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Winds of Change Chapter 3

CBSE Board

Teacher Name : Rakesh
Total Questions : 18
Time Allowed : 60
Total Marks : 18

Q 1 :From which material are delicate pankhas in Bengal made?
- Metal
- Grass
- Bamboo
- Sola
Q 2 :One negative impact of technological advancement on pankhas is ______.
- Technology has reduced the use of traditional pankhas.
- It has created new designs.
- It has made pankhas more popular.
- It has increased their quality.
Q 3 :Why are Tal Patar Pankhas commonly kept in Bengali households?
- They are expensive.
- They are rare.
- They are decorative only.
- They are easy to carry.
Q 4 :The writer refers to 'pankhas' as a 'culture' because ______.
- they are not popular anymore.
- they are made from plastic.
- they are only used in cities.
- they represent traditions, craftsmanship, and regional identity.
Q 5 :How is celebrating pankhas beneficial?
- It increases awareness, demand, and financial support for artisans.
- It reduces their quality.
- It makes them less popular.
- It limits their market.
Q 6 :How does the title 'Winds of Change' capture the essence of the chapter?
- It describes a different craft.
- It reflects the transformation of pankhas from functional objects to decorative and commercial items.
- It focuses on the history of India.
- It talks about the weather.
Q 7 :The sentence 'They were considered exotic and stylish' is an opinion and not a fact because ______.
- terms like 'exotic' and 'stylish' depend on personal opinions.
- it is based on statistics.
- everyone agrees with it.
- it is a historical fact.
Q 8 :Reason: Pankhas were made of indigenous materials with elaborate designs. What does this suggest?
- They were made only for decoration.
- Each kind of pankha could be distinguished from the other.
- Pankhas were imported.
- All pankhas looked the same.
Q 9 :Select the line that shows the changing role of pankhas.
- Pankhas were handmade.
- Once made for personal use, over time this handicraft has transformed into a commercial business.
- People carried pankhas during summer.
- Pankhas were used in every household.
Q 10 :How will balancing tradition and innovation help preserve pankhas?
- It will confuse consumers.
- It will make them less popular.
- Combining traditional craftsmanship with modern designs can make pankhas attractive.
- It will reduce their quality.
Q 11 :One way in which increased demand benefits artisans is ______.
- It limits their market.
- It makes their work harder.
- It provides employment and income opportunities.
- It reduces their creativity.
Q 12 :Which factor contributed to the commercialization of pankhas?
- Climate
- Festivals
- Economic demand
- Government rules
Q 13 :What are palm leaf hand fans called in Bengal?
- Phadh Pankha
- Bamboo Pankha
- Silk Pankha
- Tal Patar Pankha
Q 14 :Which states are known for large palm leaf fans?
- Gujarat and Rajasthan
- Tamil Nadu and Kerala
- Odisha and Bihar
- Punjab and Haryana
Q 15 :Pankhas were one of the most popular items of commerce.
- False
- Maybe
- Not sure
- True
Q 16 :One reason for the common use of pankhas across India is ______.
- India’s hot climate made pankhas a common necessity.
- They are expensive.
- They are made of plastic.
- They are only used by the rich.
Q 17 :How can workshops help preserve this craft?
- They will make it more expensive.
- Workshops are not necessary.
- They will reduce the number of artisans.
- Workshops can train younger generations and keep the art alive.
Q 18 :Why has the word 'traditional' been used to describe pankhas?
- They are made from modern materials.
- They are not popular anymore.
- They are only used in festivals.
- They have been made and used for a long time and are part of cultural heritage.

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