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What are the traditional Goan bakers known as?
What are the traditional Goan bakers known as?
- Bamboo
- Pader (correct)
- Furnace
- Moulder
What is the significance of the bamboo staff used by the traditional baker?
What is the significance of the bamboo staff used by the traditional baker?
- Symbol of Portuguese influence
- Used for mixing dough
- Heralding his arrival and attracting customers (correct)
- Traditional musical instrument
What does the text suggest about the role of the baker in Goan households?
What does the text suggest about the role of the baker in Goan households?
- Primarily responsible for bread production
- Played a ceremonial role during festivals
- Considered a friend, companion, and guide by children (correct)
- Mainly interacted with the adults of the household
What was the main reason for children's excitement upon hearing the baker's bamboo in the morning?
What was the main reason for children's excitement upon hearing the baker's bamboo in the morning?
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What is the significance of the age-old furnaces mentioned in the text?
What is the significance of the age-old furnaces mentioned in the text?
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Study Notes
Traditional Goan Bakers
- Traditional Goan bakers are known as "pader".
Bamboo Staff and Baker's Role
- The bamboo staff used by the traditional baker is a significant symbol, indicating the baker's arrival in the neighborhood.
- The baker plays a crucial role in Goan households, suggesting that they are an integral part of daily life.
Children's Excitement
- The sound of the baker's bamboo in the morning triggered excitement among children, likely because it signified the arrival of fresh bread and other treats.
Age-Old Furnaces
- The age-old furnaces mentioned in the text are significant, implying that the traditional baking practices have been passed down through generations, with a strong emphasis on preserving heritage.
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