Question

How has modern transportation affected the role of the camel for caravan traders?

1. Modern mechanized transport has significantly reduced the reliance on camels.
2. The development of new transport methods has increased the importance of camels.
3. Camels are now exclusively used for ceremonial purposes in desert regions.

• A. i only
• B. ii, iii
• C. None of these
• D. All

Answer 1

Answer:

A. i only

• Caravan traders constitute another nomadic group in the desert.

• They are merchants who travel across the desert, carrying a range of goods for sale or exchange.

• Traditionally, they relied heavily on the camel, as it is extremely well adapted to surviving in the desert.

• It can carry large loads and cover long distances and go without food and water for long stretches of time.

• Not only that, it can also provide milk and meat, while its hair can be woven into rugs and carpets

• These rugs and carpets can be traded, along with articles made from camel hide.

• However, the development of modern means of mechanised transport has reduced the role of the camel.