Jaipur, India — Questions and answers

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Why is Jaipur known as the 'Pink City'?

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  1. Because all its buildings are made of pink marble.
  2. Because its buildings have a distinctive salmon-hued color. ✓
  3. Because a famous pink flower grows there.
  4. Because the Prince of Wales loved the color pink.

Answer: Because its buildings have a distinctive salmon-hued color.

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How do visitors usually get up the steep path to Amber Fort?

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  1. They ride in cars.
  2. They take a cable car.
  3. They are carried by elephants. ✓
  4. They walk all the way.

Answer: They are carried by elephants.

From page 2

What two traditional crafts are mentioned as being popular in Jaipur's markets?

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  1. Pottery and painting
  2. Jewelry making and sculpting
  3. Block printing and handloom weaving ✓
  4. Wood carving and glass blowing

Answer: Block printing and handloom weaving

From page 3

What is Jalebi, a popular street food in Jaipur?

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  1. A savory pastry filled with vegetables.
  2. A sweet treat made from deep-fried batter soaked in syrup. ✓
  3. A type of spicy noodle dish.
  4. A refreshing fruit drink.

Answer: A sweet treat made from deep-fried batter soaked in syrup.

From page 4

What was the City Palace once used for?

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  1. A public market.
  2. A school for children.
  3. The seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur. ✓
  4. A training ground for soldiers.

Answer: The seat of the Maharaja of Jaipur.

From page 5

What animals are often seen roaming freely around the Galtaji Temple complex?

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  1. Elephants
  2. Monkeys ✓
  3. Camels
  4. Peacocks

Answer: Monkeys

From page 6

What do people throw on each other during the Holi festival in Jaipur?

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  1. Colorful confetti
  2. Vibrant powders and water ✓
  3. Small flowers
  4. Sweet candies

Answer: Vibrant powders and water

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What is special about the Albert Hall Museum in Rajasthan?

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  1. It is the newest museum.
  2. It is the largest museum.
  3. It is the oldest museum. ✓
  4. It is the only museum.

Answer: It is the oldest museum.

From page 9

How many stories of the Jal Mahal are visible above the water?

Choices

  1. Five stories
  2. Four stories
  3. Three stories
  4. One story ✓

Answer: One story

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