Let’s go through each definition one by one and match it with the correct word from the box.
1.
Traditional storytellers → In many cultures, especially in Central Asia, traditional storytellers are called
akyn. They recite epics and poems orally.
2.
Mostly flat grassland → This is a
steppe. Steppes are large areas of flat, treeless grassland, common in Eurasia.
3.
A democracy not based on religion → That’s a
secular democracy. “Secular” means separate from religion.
4.
Sending tasks to be done by workers outside a company → This is
outsourcing. Companies often outsource work to other countries or external firms.
5.
Noisy, violent public gathering → That’s a
riot. Riots involve crowds acting violently or disruptively.
6.
Flat lands along a river → These are
flood plains. Rivers overflow and deposit soil here, making them flat and fertile.
7.
System that divides society into groups → This is the
caste system, especially known in India, where people are born into social classes.
8.
School that teaches the Islamic religion → That’s a
madrassa. It’s an Islamic religious school.
9.
In Hinduism, a state of understanding that releases the soul from the cycle of rebirth → That’s
nirvana. (Note: Nirvana is more commonly associated with Buddhism, but in some contexts, it’s used similarly in Hinduism for liberation — though technically, Hindus use “moksha.” But since “nirvana” is in the word box and fits the description given, we’ll use it.)
Wait — let’s double-check: The question says “in Hinduism,” but nirvana is primarily a Buddhist term. However, looking at the word box, “moksha” isn’t there. So perhaps the test expects “nirvana” even if it’s not perfectly accurate. Alternatively, maybe they mean “nirvana” as a general term for release from rebirth. Since it’s the only option that fits, we’ll go with
nirvana.
Actually — hold on! Let me check again. The word box has “nirvana” and also “Buddhism”. Maybe this is a trick? But the definition says “in Hinduism...” Hmm. Perhaps it’s a mistake in the question? But since we must choose from the box, and “nirvana” is the only term related to release from rebirth, we’ll pick it.
Alternatively — could it be “moksha”? Not in the box. So yes,
nirvana is the best available choice.
10.
Splitting a country into two states → That’s
partition. Like when India was partitioned into India and Pakistan.
11.
Long poem of adventure and conflict → That’s an
epic. Examples: Mahabharata, Ramayana, Iliad.
Now let’s list all answers clearly:
1. akyn
2. steppe
3. secular democracy
4. outsourcing
5. riot
6. flood plain
7. caste system
8. madrassa
9. nirvana
10. partition
11. epic
Final Answer:
1. akyn
2. steppe
3. secular democracy
4. outsourcing
5. riot
6. flood plain
7. caste system
8. madrassa
9. nirvana
10. partition
11. epic
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of 9th grade english worksheets.
