Chapter 2
Holi
1. What is the main theme of the passage?
a) Holi is a religious festival.
b) Holi is a historical event.
c) Holi is a celebration of spring and colors.
d) Holi is a time for mourning.
Answer – c) Holi is a celebration of spring and colors.
2. What is “abir”?
a) A special Holi dance.
b) A traditional Holi sweet
c) A type of colored powder used in Holi.
d) A musical instrument played during Holi.
Answer – c) A type of colored powder used in Holi.
3. What does exchanging abir signify?
a) Marking your territory.
b) Wishing good luck.
c) Showing respect and affection.
d) Challenging someone to a duel.
Answer – c) Showing respect and affection.
4. What should be avoided during Holi?
a) Playing with friends.
b) Singing traditional songs.
c) Using harmful colors.
d) Wearing bright clothes.
Answer – c) Using harmful colors.
5. Who is Lord Shri Krishna associated with in the context of Holi?
a) The creator of Holi.
b) A strict observer of Holi rules.
c) A famous player of Holi in Brindavan.
d) An opponent of Holi celebrations.
Answer – c) A famous player of Holi in Brindavan.
6. When is Holi observed?
a) On a fixed date in the calendar.
b) On the first day of spring.
c) On the full moon day of spring.
d) On the last day of winter.
Answer – c) On the full moon day of spring.
7. What is the Assamese term for abir mentioned in the passage?
a) Rang
b) Gulal
c) Phag
d) Faku
Answer – d) Faku
8. What message does the passage convey about playing Holi?
a) Play with aggression and win.
b) Play with caution and respect others.
c) Play only with family and close friends.
d) Play without any rules or restrictions.
Answer – b) Play with caution and respect others.
9. What does the author suggest about enjoying Holi?
a) Focus on winning the color fight.
b) Play with devotion and love.
c) Avoid any physical contact during the celebration.
d) Drink excessive amounts of alcohol.
Answer – b) Play with devotion and love.
10. What is the overall tone of the passage?
a) Critical and judgmental.
b) Joyful and celebratory.
c) Serious and melancholy.
d) Informative and neutral.
Answer – b) Joyful and celebratory.