Global
Warming | Prose 3 | English 8th |
Tulip Series |
(Inam-Ur-Rehman)
WORKING WITH TEXT
Q1. Why
has the earth’s average surface temperature increased?
Ans. The earth’s average surface temperature has increased due to the global warming which has increased the concentration of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere produced by human activities such as deforestation and burning of fossil fuels.
Q2. Why
the Himalayan region is called the ‘Water Tower of Asia’?
Ans. The
Himalayan Region is covered of about 33000 sq km by glaciers which act as a
mother to several streams and rivers and support economy and livelihood to
millions of people in several countries of Asia, so it is called the ‘Water
Tower of Asia’.
Q3. What
are the main sources of water in the Kashmir valley?
Ans.
Flood plain lakes, high altitude Himalayan lakes, perennial rivers of Indus
system, wetlands of different dimensions, ponds, snow-fed streams, springs,
reservoirs are the main source of water in the Kashmir Valley.
Q4. Why
is water the most precious natural resource?
Ans.
Water is the most precious natural resource because it saves our lives in many
ways, such as, we drink it because we cannot live without it, it helps in the
economy, development, livelihood and mainly it keeps us clean from dust and
dirt. It is used to generate electricity, in other words, it brights up our
dark rooms. It is used for agriculture so that we can get two-time meals. It is
really a precious natural resource.
Q5. How
has Kashmir been influenced by global warming?
Ans.
Kashmir has been badly influenced by global warming. Since the last two decades, many changes have been seen and witnessed in the valley Kashmir. Water is
becoming scarce day by day due to the melting of Kolhai Glacier, the main
source of water in Kashmir. The climate has totally been changed. It is
difficult to distinguish between spring, summer, and winter. Wetlands that were
a part of water for irrigation in Kashmir, have been concretized. It has also
reduced the production of crops.
Q6. How
is global warming the largest threat to humanity?
Ans.
Global Warming is the largest threat not only to humanity but also to all
living organisms. Due to global warming, the largest glaciers are melting, which
will cause the rise in the sea level and the change in the precipitation in air
and certainly seasonal change. The weather will change from moderate to hot.
This will lead to droughts and lesser production of agricultural yields. It
will also lead to natural disasters. It has affected the livelihood of humans.
It has adversely affected humanity and will continuously affect it, if not
controlled in time.
Q7. What
do you think, is the cause of a decrease in snowfall in Kashmir?
Ans. As
we know that global warming changes the precipitation in the air, this leads to a change in weather and climate to extreme weather. So we think that global
warming is the cause of a decrease in snowfall in Kashmir.
Q8. What
has been the impact of global warming on J & K so far?
Ans.
Global warming has an adverse impact on J & K, because the demarcation between
seasons that was well defined a decade ago, has vanished. It is now difficult
to distinguish between autumn and winter. Its impact can be seen on the
glaciers that are continuously melting. High-velocity storms are another factor
of global warming in Jammu & Kashmir.
Q9. What
role do the scientists play in J & K to deal with the problem of global warming?
Ans.
Scientists have considered the Kolhai glacier as one of the index glaciers in
the Lidder Valley. It has been selected for long term monitoring. This Glacier
is the water resource of the whole community in this valley, so they have indexed a
glacier in this region for assessing water resource availability for them.
Scientific studies conducted on the glacier will last for five years after
which TERI (The Energy and Resources Institute J&K) will recommend measures
to bring down the glaciers recession rate.
Q10.
What do we, as individuals, need to do to deal with the problem of global warming?
Ans. As
individuals, we should try to make awareness among the people about the drastic
effects of global warming. Even the individual should try to minimize the exhaust
of the greenhouse gases.
LANGUAGE WORK
I. Fill
the blanks in the following sentences with appropriate compound word/s or
phrases from the box below:
White
House/white house, Green House/greenhouse, Black box/black box, Stronghold/stronghold,
White-collar/whitecollar
1. a) We
live in a beautiful Green House.
b) My uncle has built a greenhouse next to his house, where he
grows vegetables in winter.
2. a)
Most Ph.D.’s only preferred white-collar jobs.
b) He was wearing a pink shirt with a whitecollar.
3. a) We
live in a white house near the mosque.
b) The president of America lives in the White House.
4. a) My
wife keeps her jewelry in a black box.
b) The black box has been found. It will now be possible to
find out why the plane crashed.
5. a) He
has a stronghold on his wife.
b) The southern part of the state is a stronghold of the
robbers.
II. Use
the following phrases or expressions from the lesson in your own sentences;
Ans. In
progress: The game was already in progress when I tuned in.
Uncontrollable
rate: The birth rate in the state is increasing at an uncontrollable rate.
Across
the globe: Global
warming is a major threat across the globe.
In the backdrop of: State
employees are not well satisfied in the backdrop of the state economy.
At an
alarming rate: Glaciers
are receding at an alarming rate.
An
irritating change: Pollution
leads to an irritating change in the environment.
Bereft
of: People,
are bereft of the cause of global warming.
Dried
up: Most
of the springs in the valley have dried up due to global warming,
At the
global level: We
should find the measures at the global level to control global warming.
Heavy
burden: If
global warming is not controlled at an earliest, it will be a heavy burden on
the shoulders of every individual in the near future.
III.
Choose the synonym of the word from the four options given:
1. The sporadic rise
in his temperature has caused us much worry.
a.
Frequent b.
irksome c.
irregular d. scattered
Ans.
c. Irregular
2. The reading of poetry is not congenial to his state.
a.
Suited b.
Beneficial c.
Helpful d. Preferable
Ans.
a. Suited
3. The
weavers have to do monotonous work.
a.
Repetitive b. exhaustive c.
irksome d. autonomous
Ans. a.
Repetitive
4. The
fishing pulled away from the wharf and chugged smoothly down
the bay.
a.
harbor b. shore c.
quay c. ager
Ans. c.
Quay
GRAMMAR WORK
In the
following sentences, use either infinitive or gerund in order to make them
correct:
1. Laughing is
good for health. (to laugh/laughing)
2. Our
turn to be over, we left the library. (be / being)
3. The old woman tried to go to the hospital alone. (to go/
going)
4. Being late
for school is his habit. (to be / being)
5.
Hina, having completed her work, left home. (to have /
having)
6. Listening to music
is her hobby. (to listen / listening)
7. I
liked to read Arabic literature. (to read / reading)
8. His only aim was to cheat. (to cheat / cheating)
9. Fishing is
not allowed here. (to fish / fishing)
Let’s Talk
We all
know that there are natural calamities like earthquakes, floods, etc. But now,
due to our carelessness towards natural resources like water, forests, etc., we
are ourselves inviting calamities like global warming. What steps should we
take to save ourselves from these calamities? Form groups and discuss this in
the class.
Answer:
How to
Save Ourselves from Natural and Man-Made Calamities
Natural
calamities like earthquakes and floods have always existed. However, in recent
times, we humans have started causing new problems for ourselves such as global
warming, water shortage, and deforestation. These man-made calamities happen
mainly due to careless use of natural resources.
To save
ourselves from such calamities, we must take some important steps:
Firstly,
we must save water. Water is precious, and wasting it today can create a big
crisis tomorrow. We should fix leaking taps, use water wisely, and practice
rainwater harvesting.
Secondly,
protecting forests is necessary. Trees give us oxygen and help in balancing
nature. Cutting trees increases global warming. Therefore, we must plant more
trees and support afforestation.
Thirdly,
we must reduce pollution. We can do this by using public transport, reducing
plastic use, and recycling waste. Less pollution means a healthier environment.
Fourthly,
saving energy is also important. We must switch off lights, fans, and
electronic items when not needed. Using solar energy and other renewable
sources will also help.
Lastly,
spreading awareness is key. We must inform others about the importance of
protecting the environment through campaigns and discussions.
In
conclusion, small actions from each person can create a big difference. If we
take these steps seriously, we can save our planet from many man-made
disasters.
Individual
Speaking Points for Group Discussion:
Member
1:
“Our first duty is to save water. We must use water carefully and avoid wasting
it, especially while bathing, washing, and cleaning.”
Member
2:
“Forests protect us. Cutting too many trees causes global warming. We should
plant more trees and say no to deforestation.”
Member
3:
“Pollution is a big reason for climate problems. We should use bicycles or
public transport, say no to plastic, and keep our environment clean.”
Member
4:
“Saving electricity and energy is very important. We should switch off
appliances when not in use and try to use renewable energy like solar power.”
Member 5:
“Lastly, we must spread awareness. We should educate others about protecting
nature through school programs and social media.”
Let’s Write
1. If
there is any water body in your neighbourhood, write a paragraph on it.
Answer:
In my
neighbourhood, there is a beautiful natural spring that flows with cool and
clean water throughout the year. Surrounded by green trees and rocks, the
spring adds to the beauty of the area. Many people from nearby places come to
collect its fresh water, as it is pure and healthy to drink. During the summer
season, the spring provides great relief with its cold water. It is not only a
source of water but also a place where people gather to relax and enjoy nature.
We all feel proud to have such a natural gift near our homes and take care to
keep it clean and protected.
2. What
preparations/ rehearsals have Disaster Management Groups of your school made to
meet any eventuality in the institution?
Answer:
In our school, the Disaster Management Groups have made several preparations and regularly conduct rehearsals to handle any emergency situation. The school has organised mock drills for fire safety, earthquake evacuation, and first aid training. Teachers and students are taught how to quickly and safely exit the building during a disaster. Emergency exits are clearly marked, and fire extinguishers are installed on every floor. The Disaster Management Group also maintains a list of emergency contact numbers and has trained some students as safety volunteers. Regular rehearsals ensure that everyone knows their role and stays calm during any actual disaster, helping to keep all students and staff safe.
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