Animal
What is the Bengal tiger known for?
A. Being the fastest runner in the jungle
B. Having a long tail for climbing trees
C. Living in large herds
D. Having orange fur with black stripes and being a strong swimmer
D. Having orange fur with black stripes and being a strong swimmer
What is special about the banyan tree?
A. It grows only in the mountains
B. Its leaves change color with the seasons
C. It has roots that grow from branches and reach the ground
D. It produces the largest fruit in the world
C. It has roots that grow from branches and reach the ground
Why was the Taj Mahal built?
A. To celebrate a festival
B. As a royal palace
C. To store treasures
D. As a tomb for Emperor Shah Jahan’s wife
D. As a tomb for Emperor Shah Jahan’s wife
What is "masala" in Indian cooking?
A. A special spice blend that adds flavor and varies by region
B. A type of rice dish
C. A dessert made with milk
D. A type of bread
A. A special spice blend that adds flavor and varies by region
How do Indian elephants use their trunks?
A. To swing from trees
B. To grab food and spray water
C. To build nests
D. To scare away predators
B. To grab food and spray water
What is the lotus a symbol of in Indian culture?
A. Beauty and purity
B. Wealth and luck
C. Strength and bravery
D. Speed and growth
A. Beauty and purity
What makes the Himalayas special?
A. They are the tallest mountains in the world and include Mount Everest
B. They are the flattest region in India
C. They are home to the Taj Mahal
D. They are made of only volcanic rock
A. They are the tallest mountains in the world and include Mount Everest
What makes Indian breads like naan and roti different?
A. They are both made with fruit
B. They are always fried
C. They are made differently—naan is fluffy, roti is thin and whole wheat
D. They are all sweet
C. They are made differently—naan is fluffy, roti is thin and whole wheat
Why do male peacocks spread their feathers?
A. To keep cool in hot weather
B. To fly long distances
C. To impress female peacocks
D. To scare away other birds
C. To impress female peacocks
Why is the neem tree important?
A. It produces colorful flowers
B. It gives delicious fruit
C. It is the tallest tree in India
D. Its leaves are used in medicine and help keep mosquitoes away
D. Its leaves are used in medicine and help keep mosquitoes away
What does the festival of Diwali celebrate?
A. The harvest season
B. The start of the monsoon
C. The victory of light over darkness
D. The birthday of a famous leader
C. The victory of light over darkness
What is biryani?
A. A type of sweet dish
B. A kind of flatbread
C. A vegetable curry
D. A rice dish made with spices, meat, and vegetables
D. A rice dish made with spices, meat, and vegetables
What does the king cobra do when it feels threatened?
A. Lifts its head and spreads its hood
B. Runs away quickly
C. Changes color
D. Climbs into trees
A. Lifts its head and spreads its hood
What do people love about the mango tree?
A. Its flowers are used for decoration
B. It grows sweet, juicy fruit called mangoes
C. It makes strong wood for building
D. It grows fast in cold weather
B. It grows sweet, juicy fruit called mangoes
What is Bollywood known for?
A. Wild animal documentaries
B. Colorful movies with music and dance
C. Making only silent films
D. Making only cartoon films
B. Colorful movies with music and dance
Why do many people in India eat vegetarian food?
A. It is cheaper than meat
B. It is connected to cultural and religious beliefs
C. It is easier to cook
D. They don't have access to meat
B. It is connected to cultural and religious beliefs
What is one thing sloth bears are known for?
A. Flying short distances
B. Carrying their babies on their backs
C. Living in icy mountains
D. Swimming across rivers
B. Carrying their babies on their backs
What is Tulsi (Holy Basil) believed to do?
A. Bring good health and protection
B. Help trees grow faster
C. Attract birds and butterflies
D. Keep fruit fresh longer
A. Bring good health and protection
Why is the Ganges River important?
A. It is the longest river in Asia
B. It is used to grow tea plants
C. It flows into the Himalayas
D. It is holy and home to unique animals like the Ganges river dolphin
D. It is holy and home to unique animals like the Ganges river dolphin
What ingredients are commonly used in Indian sweets (mithai)?
A. Bread, salt, and spices
B. Pickles, flour, and yogurt
C. Milk, sugar, and nuts
D. Rice, lentils, and vegetables
C. Milk, sugar, and nuts