GRADE 5 CH 4 THE FRIGID ZONE

    Chapter 4 - Frigid Zone- The land of snow 

  1. Tourism – Going to visit new places for fun or holidays.

  2. Inuits – People who live in very cold places like the Arctic.

  3. Frigid – Very cold.

  4. Baffin Bay – A big water area near Canada and Greenland, mostly covered with ice.

  5. Icebergs – Big pieces of ice that float in the sea.

  6. Arctic – A very cold place near the North Pole with ice and snow.

  7. Igloos – Snow houses built by Inuits.

  8. Davis Strait – A stretch of sea between Canada and Greenland.




Short answers 
Q1. Define an igloo.
Ans- An igloo is a house made of blocks of snow, usually built in very cold places like the Arctic. It is shaped like a dome and keeps people warm inside by trapping heat.

Q2. What is a kayak and an Umiak?
Ans- A kayak is a small boat used by one person. It is made for traveling on water and  for hunting and fishing.

An umiak is a larger boat made from wood and animal skins. It can carry heavy loads.

Q3. On a trip to Greenland, Saira undertakes many activities, except Jungle safari.Do you know why?
 Ans - Saira couldn't go on a jungle safari in Greenland because it lacks, forests and jungles, being mostly covered by ice and tundra.

Long answers 

Q1. Why is it so cold in greenland all around the year?
Ans -Greenland is very cold all year because it is near the North Pole. The sun’s rays are very weak there, so it doesn’t get much heat. Also, most of Greenland is covered with ice and snow, which reflect the sunlight instead of keeping the heat. That is why it stays cold even in summer.

Q2. How do the inuits earn their livelihood?
Ans - The Inuits earn their livelihood mainly by hunting, fishing, and gathering. They hunt animals like seals, whales, and caribou for food, clothing, and tools. They also catch fish and collect berries.



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