Question

Answer the following question in 40-50 words:

Bread plays a pivotal role in Goan culture and tradition. Support the statement with evidences from the text. 

(Glimpses of India: A Baker from Goa)

Answer 1

Sweet bread (bol) is essential as marriage gifts and at feasts; cakes and bolinhas are musts for Christmas and festivals. Bakers (paders) are vital village figures doorstep delivery, ovens, children’s excitement show bread’s central role in Goan life and sustain livelihoods.