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NCERT Solutions
Class 10
English
First Flight
Glimpses of India

NCERT Solutions Class 10 English First Flight - Prose Chapter 5 Glimpses of India

Chapter 5 of the Class 10 English textbook First Flight is called 'Glimpses of India' and comprises three short works that give readers a taste of different areas of India. The chapter includes: A Baker from Goa, Coorg, and Tea from Assam. Each of the stories provide students with a little familiarity with the culture, traditions, geography and special characteristics of these areas.

From the stories, students become familiar with the diversity of India as well as how local traditions are preserved. The chapter develops reading skills, comprehension capability and descriptive writing skills, all which are important in examinations. Our NCERT Solutions are based on the most current and relevant CBSE syllabus, and address factual as well as value based questions with ease. These solutions are useful sources for revision and for an efficient preparation for school examinations, as well as language assessments for competitive tests.

1.0Download NCERT Solutions Class 10 English First Flight Chapter 5 Glimpses of India : Free PDF

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2.0Class 10 English Chapter 5 Glimpses of India: Brief Explanation

The important lessons and ideas involved in this chapter are:

  • A Baker from Goa: The influence of Portuguese life on Goan life, and the tradition of baking.
  • Coorg: Details from Coorg about the natural beauty, bravery, and hospitality of the people.
  • Tea from Assam: A glimpse into the history of tea and the vast tea gardens of Assam.
  • Celebration of the Regions of India: A showing that each region has its own stories and traditions.
  • Descriptive Narration: Assist students in a format for describing places, cultures, and experiences.

3.0Key Features and Benefits of class 10 English Chapter 5 Glimpses of India 

  • The solutions follow the NCERT and CBSE syllabus,with complete and easy solutions.
  • Solutions provided with detailed explanations for all the three sections in the chapter and are written in simple and easy language
  • They enhance writing and reading comprehension skills for school and board exams.
  • Provides a strong foundation for English Olympiads and like-language competitions.
  • Regular practice improves descriptive writing and cultural knowledge.

Frequently Asked Questions

Chapter 5 has three stories that talk about different areas of India and their cultural uniqueness.

You will find on this site responses to all of the textbook questions, short notes, and descriptive answers from the three sections.

This will give you systematic answers to the textbook assignment which could help to speed up preparation process and improve answer writing technique.

This chapter will enhance reading skills and descriptive writing, which is useful for English Olympiads.

Students learn to think, plan and present their ideas logically and systematically.

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