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B. Write in one word.

1. The average condition of weather of a large area.

2. Experiencing different seasons at regular interval.

3. A strong wind from the west (Europe).

C. Answer these questions.

1. What is the role of monsoon winds in the climate of India?

2. What are the two branches of Monsoon winds?

3. What is the difference between weather and climate?

D. Explain the following.

Kalbaisakhi Loo Retreating monsoons

Mango shower Western Disturbances Monsoon

Think and Answer • Critical thinking

E. Why is Monsoon so important for India?

[Hint: Monsoon is called the real Finance Minister of India.

Let Us Do • AIL
• Information literacy

F. Activity
Collect 15 December’s (any year) weather report of Ladakh and Chennai from
newspaper/radio broadcast and compare them.

Life Skills • Information literacy

G. Cyclones are very dangerous. If you hear a warning about cyclone, what should you
do?

1. Become panicky and run away from the house.

2. Remain calm and listen to government instructions.

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