DODDABETA QUIZ CLASS 7

The author mentions the weather was "pleasant compared to the harsh summer in Kerala". What can you INFER about the typical summer weather in Kerala?

• It is usually mild and breezy

• It is usually very hot and uncomfortable

• It is usually rainy and humid

• It is similar to the weather in Ooty

Is the statement "the weather was pleasant" a fact or an opinion?

• Neither a fact nor an opinion

• A fact, because the author clearly experienced it

• A fact, because weather can be measured objectively

• An opinion, because "pleasant" is a subjective feeling

The text states, "It is said that from the peak we can see the whole town." Why does the author use the phrase "it is said" instead of stating it as a definite fact?

• To indicate they may not have personally confirmed this information or there might be some doubt about it

• To make the passage more interesting

• To show that the author doesn't know much about the place

• To show that the peak view is only open at a certain time

Where did the narrator go for their vacation?

• Munnar

• Kerala

• Ooty

• Shimla

How was the weather in Ooty compared to Kerala?

• Windier and drier

• Similar but with more rain

• Colder and more pleasant

• Hotter and more humid

What is special about the Doddabetta peak?

• It has a historical monument at the top

• It has a panoramic view of the entire town

• It is known for its unique flora and fauna

• It is the highest peak in the Western Ghats

Describe the Rose Gardens mentioned in the text!

• It is a vast garden with terraces, tunnels, and pergolas filled with roses

• It is a small garden with a few rose bushes

• It is a private garden with exotic plants

• It is a botanical garden with various types of flowers

How many varieties of roses are there in the Rose Gardens?

• Approximately 1000

• Around 2000

• About 3600

• Nearly 5000

What are some of the highlights of the Botanical Gardens?

• A large collection of cacti and succulents

• A rock garden and a water fountain

• A butterfly park and a bird sanctuary

• Rare tree species, an Italian-style garden, and a fern house

What is unique about the monkey puzzle tree?

• It has leaves that resemble monkey tails

• Monkeys are unable to climb it

• It changes color with the seasons

• It produces fruit that is edible