Reading Comprehension (School)

The Thar Desert is spread over ____ states.

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Thar Desert, also known as the great Indian desert. It is spread over four states in India, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres. The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm. It is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well. No native cactus or palm tree breaks the monotony of the vast expanse. Due to the diversified habitat, the vegetation and animal life in this arid region is very rich. About 23 species of lizards and 25 species of snakes are found here and several of them are endemic to the region. Some wild life species which are fast vanishing in other parts of India, are found in the desert in large numbers such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck, the Indian gazelle and Wild ass. The increase of human and livestock population in the desert has led to a deterioration in the ecosystem resulting in degradation of soil fertility and vegetation.

Rainfall in Thar Desert is

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Thar Desert, also known as the great Indian desert. It is spread over four states in India, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres. The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm. It is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well. No native cactus or palm tree breaks the monotony of the vast expanse. Due to the diversified habitat, the vegetation and animal life in this arid region is very rich. About 23 species of lizards and 25 species of snakes are found here and several of them are endemic to the region. Some wild life species which are fast vanishing in other parts of India, are found in the desert in large numbers such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck, the Indian gazelle and Wild ass. The increase of human and livestock population in the desert has led to a deterioration in the ecosystem resulting in degradation of soil fertility and vegetation.

Which word in the paragraph does not pertain to “endemic” species of reptiles?

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Thar Desert, also known as the great Indian desert. It is spread over four states in India, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres. The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm. It is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well. No native cactus or palm tree breaks the monotony of the vast expanse. Due to the diversified habitat, the vegetation and animal life in this arid region is very rich. About 23 species of lizards and 25 species of snakes are found here and several of them are endemic to the region. Some wild life species which are fast vanishing in other parts of India, are found in the desert in large numbers such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck, the Indian gazelle and Wild ass. The increase of human and livestock population in the desert has led to a deterioration in the ecosystem resulting in degradation of soil fertility and vegetation.

According to the paragraph, the ecosystem is

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Thar Desert, also known as the great Indian desert. It is spread over four states in India, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres. The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm. It is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well. No native cactus or palm tree breaks the monotony of the vast expanse. Due to the diversified habitat, the vegetation and animal life in this arid region is very rich. About 23 species of lizards and 25 species of snakes are found here and several of them are endemic to the region. Some wild life species which are fast vanishing in other parts of India, are found in the desert in large numbers such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck, the Indian gazelle and Wild ass. The increase of human and livestock population in the desert has led to a deterioration in the ecosystem resulting in degradation of soil fertility and vegetation.

Which of the following endangered species is not found in Thar Desert?

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Thar Desert, also known as the great Indian desert. It is spread over four states in India, namely, Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan and Gujarat and two states in Pakistan and covers an area of about 4,46,000 square kilometres. The average annual rainfall of the region varies from 100 to 500 mm. It is distributed very erratically, occurring mostly between July and September. One unique feature of this desert is that there is neither an oasis in it nor any artesian well. No native cactus or palm tree breaks the monotony of the vast expanse. Due to the diversified habitat, the vegetation and animal life in this arid region is very rich. About 23 species of lizards and 25 species of snakes are found here and several of them are endemic to the region. Some wild life species which are fast vanishing in other parts of India, are found in the desert in large numbers such as the Great Indian Bustard, the Blackbuck, the Indian gazelle and Wild ass. The increase of human and livestock population in the desert has led to a deterioration in the ecosystem resulting in degradation of soil fertility and vegetation.

The word “recurrence“ does not mean

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An earthquake is a tremor of varied intensity in the earth's surface caused by the action of the end genetic forces of the earth. It causes immense damage to life and property of the region if its intensity is measured over 7 on the Richter scale. Studies have shown that over 60% of the country's area comes under the moderate and high seismic zones. In the past, a number of devastating earthquakes have been caused. Tsunamis-Earthquake measuring more than 7 on Richter scale in the sea bed may produce high sea waves called tsunamis. Such tsunamis were caused due to the earthquake near Sumatra coast on 26^th Dec. 2004, which led to a loss of more than 1.5 lakh people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and India. In India, heavy damage to life and property was caused in Andaman-Nicobar islands and Tamil Nadu coast. Severity of the tsunamis was a little minimised along the coasts having wider continental shelves and luxuriant growth of mangrove forests. Since Andaman area lies in the high seismic zone, the recurrence of tsunamis is not ruled out. The need is early warning system, planting of mangroves and building of protection walls.

How many countries in the world have been affected by tsunamis?

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An earthquake is a tremor of varied intensity in the earth's surface caused by the action of the end genetic forces of the earth. It causes immense damage to life and property of the region if its intensity is measured over 7 on the Richter scale. Studies have shown that over 60% of the country's area comes under the moderate and high seismic zones. In the past, a number of devastating earthquakes have been caused. Tsunamis-Earthquake measuring more than 7 on Richter scale in the sea bed may produce high sea waves called tsunamis. Such tsunamis were caused due to the earthquake near Sumatra coast on 26^th Dec. 2004, which led to a loss of more than 1.5 lakh people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and India. In India, heavy damage to life and property was caused in Andaman-Nicobar islands and Tamil Nadu coast. Severity of the tsunamis was a little minimised along the coasts having wider continental shelves and luxuriant growth of mangrove forests. Since Andaman area lies in the high seismic zone, the recurrence of tsunamis is not ruled out. The need is early warning system, planting of mangroves and building of protection walls.

In this paragraph, “luxuriant growth” pertains to

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An earthquake is a tremor of varied intensity in the earth's surface caused by the action of the end genetic forces of the earth. It causes immense damage to life and property of the region if its intensity is measured over 7 on the Richter scale. Studies have shown that over 60% of the country's area comes under the moderate and high seismic zones. In the past, a number of devastating earthquakes have been caused. Tsunamis-Earthquake measuring more than 7 on Richter scale in the sea bed may produce high sea waves called tsunamis. Such tsunamis were caused due to the earthquake near Sumatra coast on 26^th Dec. 2004, which led to a loss of more than 1.5 lakh people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and India. In India, heavy damage to life and property was caused in Andaman-Nicobar islands and Tamil Nadu coast. Severity of the tsunamis was a little minimised along the coasts having wider continental shelves and luxuriant growth of mangrove forests. Since Andaman area lies in the high seismic zone, the recurrence of tsunamis is not ruled out. The need is early warning system, planting of mangroves and building of protection walls.

Which of the following is/are important measure(s) to minimise the loss of life and property by earthquakes?

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An earthquake is a tremor of varied intensity in the earth's surface caused by the action of the end genetic forces of the earth. It causes immense damage to life and property of the region if its intensity is measured over 7 on the Richter scale. Studies have shown that over 60% of the country's area comes under the moderate and high seismic zones. In the past, a number of devastating earthquakes have been caused. Tsunamis-Earthquake measuring more than 7 on Richter scale in the sea bed may produce high sea waves called tsunamis. Such tsunamis were caused due to the earthquake near Sumatra coast on 26^th Dec. 2004, which led to a loss of more than 1.5 lakh people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and India. In India, heavy damage to life and property was caused in Andaman-Nicobar islands and Tamil Nadu coast. Severity of the tsunamis was a little minimised along the coasts having wider continental shelves and luxuriant growth of mangrove forests. Since Andaman area lies in the high seismic zone, the recurrence of tsunamis is not ruled out. The need is early warning system, planting of mangroves and building of protection walls.

What percentage of the Indian area comes under moderate and high seismic zones?

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An earthquake is a tremor of varied intensity in the earth's surface caused by the action of the end genetic forces of the earth. It causes immense damage to life and property of the region if its intensity is measured over 7 on the Richter scale. Studies have shown that over 60% of the country's area comes under the moderate and high seismic zones. In the past, a number of devastating earthquakes have been caused. Tsunamis-Earthquake measuring more than 7 on Richter scale in the sea bed may produce high sea waves called tsunamis. Such tsunamis were caused due to the earthquake near Sumatra coast on 26^th Dec. 2004, which led to a loss of more than 1.5 lakh people in Indonesia, Sri Lanka and India. In India, heavy damage to life and property was caused in Andaman-Nicobar islands and Tamil Nadu coast. Severity of the tsunamis was a little minimised along the coasts having wider continental shelves and luxuriant growth of mangrove forests. Since Andaman area lies in the high seismic zone, the recurrence of tsunamis is not ruled out. The need is early warning system, planting of mangroves and building of protection walls.

What type of environment is man-made?

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Nature is beautiful. It offers all that its organisms require to fulfill their basic needs. Once man was living on Earth like other animals, abiding all the natural systems without disturbing them but with the passage of time, mental capabilities of man have evolved and enabled him to understand the natural phenomena and to manipulate the environment to his advantage. This is quite evident from the fact that now man has developed a new environment called socio-cultural environment within the natural environment which comprises of the substances, articles and institutions created by man for his comforts and security. We also derive various natural resources from the environment in return. “Natural” means an ecosystem not influenced by man and resources mean that reserve stock of supply which living things can take from nature for sustenance of life. Natural resources can be defined as those natural reserve stocks of supply which man utilises for his sustenance and welfare. These are the sun, atmosphere, lithosphere and the hydrosphere.

For what purpose does man utilise natural resources?

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Nature is beautiful. It offers all that its organisms require to fulfill their basic needs. Once man was living on Earth like other animals, abiding all the natural systems without disturbing them but with the passage of time, mental capabilities of man have evolved and enabled him to understand the natural phenomena and to manipulate the environment to his advantage. This is quite evident from the fact that now man has developed a new environment called socio-cultural environment within the natural environment which comprises of the substances, articles and institutions created by man for his comforts and security. We also derive various natural resources from the environment in return. “Natural” means an ecosystem not influenced by man and resources mean that reserve stock of supply which living things can take from nature for sustenance of life. Natural resources can be defined as those natural reserve stocks of supply which man utilises for his sustenance and welfare. These are the sun, atmosphere, lithosphere and the hydrosphere.

From where do we derive natural resources?

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Nature is beautiful. It offers all that its organisms require to fulfill their basic needs. Once man was living on Earth like other animals, abiding all the natural systems without disturbing them but with the passage of time, mental capabilities of man have evolved and enabled him to understand the natural phenomena and to manipulate the environment to his advantage. This is quite evident from the fact that now man has developed a new environment called socio-cultural environment within the natural environment which comprises of the substances, articles and institutions created by man for his comforts and security. We also derive various natural resources from the environment in return. “Natural” means an ecosystem not influenced by man and resources mean that reserve stock of supply which living things can take from nature for sustenance of life. Natural resources can be defined as those natural reserve stocks of supply which man utilises for his sustenance and welfare. These are the sun, atmosphere, lithosphere and the hydrosphere.

Which word in the passage is opposite in meaning to 'deprivation'?

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Nature is beautiful. It offers all that its organisms require to fulfill their basic needs. Once man was living on Earth like other animals, abiding all the natural systems without disturbing them but with the passage of time, mental capabilities of man have evolved and enabled him to understand the natural phenomena and to manipulate the environment to his advantage. This is quite evident from the fact that now man has developed a new environment called socio-cultural environment within the natural environment which comprises of the substances, articles and institutions created by man for his comforts and security. We also derive various natural resources from the environment in return. “Natural” means an ecosystem not influenced by man and resources mean that reserve stock of supply which living things can take from nature for sustenance of life. Natural resources can be defined as those natural reserve stocks of supply which man utilises for his sustenance and welfare. These are the sun, atmosphere, lithosphere and the hydrosphere.

What has enabled man to manipulate the environment?

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Nature is beautiful. It offers all that its organisms require to fulfill their basic needs. Once man was living on Earth like other animals, abiding all the natural systems without disturbing them but with the passage of time, mental capabilities of man have evolved and enabled him to understand the natural phenomena and to manipulate the environment to his advantage. This is quite evident from the fact that now man has developed a new environment called socio-cultural environment within the natural environment which comprises of the substances, articles and institutions created by man for his comforts and security. We also derive various natural resources from the environment in return. “Natural” means an ecosystem not influenced by man and resources mean that reserve stock of supply which living things can take from nature for sustenance of life. Natural resources can be defined as those natural reserve stocks of supply which man utilises for his sustenance and welfare. These are the sun, atmosphere, lithosphere and the hydrosphere.