A Short Monsoon Diary Flashcards
Why is the author not able to see Biju?
The author is unable to see Biju because of the mist that is hovering on the hillside.
What are the two ways in which the hills appear to change when the mist comes up?
The hills appear to change when the mist spreads over them and hides them. The other way they change is the silence that spreads because the birds and the trees stop making any noise.
When does the monsoon season begin and when does it end? How do you prepare to face the monsoon?
The monsoon season starts with the early rains in late June and ends after August. People prepare for the monsoon by completing outdoor tasks beforehand. Women chop stakes, cows are taken out to graze, and houses are cleaned of various insects, which some believe bring money to the house.
Which hill station does the author describe?
The author describes Mussoorie in his diary entry.
For how many days does it rain without stopping? What does the author do on these days?
The rain does not stop for 8 or 9 days. The author doesn’t go out on these days because it is damp everywhere. He sometimes gazes at the colorful umbrellas outside and the monsoon flowers like dahlias and ground orchids.
Where do snakes and rodents take shelter?
Snakes and rodents take shelter in roofs, attics, and inside people’s houses. Their holes and burrows have been flooded with water from the continuous rains, so they take shelter elsewhere.
What did the author receive in the mail?
The author received a check, which was not a large pay, but it was still welcomed by him.
Look carefully at the diary entries for June 24, August 2, and March 23, and note down the changes that happened.
On June 24, the mist covers the hillside, which signifies the beginning of the monsoon. On June 25, the early monsoon rains start. They are warm and not cold like winter rains. Monsoon flowers also start to blossom. By August 2, the rains have become steady and last all night long, but there is no storm or thunder. March 23 marks the last of the winter rains as the skies clear during the rainstorm, and the author is able to see the rain bow
When the grandmother asked the children not to kill the chuchunder, why did she do so?
The grandmother asked the children not to kill the chuchunder because it was believed to be lucky for the family, as it brought money to the house.
Which findings in nature show that the monsoons are about to end?
Nature gives many signs indicating the end of monsoons. The growth of monsoon plants reaches its peak. Seeds of the cobra lily begin turning red, and its folds take on a yellow hue. Many flowers bloom towards the end of the monsoon season, including white butterfly orchids and wild dahlias in various colors. Snakes and rodents also sneak into roofs, attics, and houses due to continuous rain.
Mention a few things that can happen when there is endless rain for days together.
When it rains endlessly for days, the surroundings become damp and wet, making people avoid outdoor activities or stretching out. The hillsides get covered with late monsoon flowers like ground orchids and dahlias
What is the significance of the cobra lily in relation to the monsoon season?
The cobra lily signifies both the beginning and end of the monsoon season. It starts blooming in late June, marking the arrival of the early monsoon rains. It also signals the end of the monsoon when its seeds turn red.
