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Question 13 Marks
Guess the meaning of the following word.
  1. pleasing
  2. finely
  3. magnificent
  4. coarse-grained
  5. beautify
  6. fragrant
Answer
  1. pleasing – appealing and attractive
  2. finely – in a very skilled manner
  3. magnificent – beautiful and impressive
  4. coarse – grained – rough
  5. beautify – improve the appearance
  6. fragrant – having a sweet, pleasant smell
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Question 23 Marks
What different names is ‘Rangoli’ known by in different regions?
Answer
‘Rangoli’ is known by different names in different parts of the country. It is known as ‘Chowkpurana’ in Uttar Pradesh, ‘Madana’ in Rajasthan, ‘Muggu’ in Andhra Pradesh, and as ‘Rangoli’ in Gujarat, Karnataka and Maharashtra. In Bengal it is known as ‘Alpanaa’ whereas in Bihar and Uttaranchal it is named ‘Aipanaa’. ‘Kolam’ is the name given to the art of Rangoli in southern parts of the country, mainly in the states of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
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Question 33 Marks
What are the common Rangoli designs or motifs?
Answer
Common Rangoli designs or motifs are based on nature, such as mango, creepers, lotus and other flowers, swans, peacocks, fish and other animals and so on. They also include geometrical patterns and shapes.
 
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