CBSE Class 6 English Neem Baba MCQs Set 03

Answer: (b) Leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and roots

Explanation:
1. The neem tree is famous for having healing qualities in every part.
2. We can make medicine from its leaves, bark, flowers, fruits, and even roots.
3. No part of the tree is wasted, making it a true wonder of nature.

Answer: (a) Statement I is true and Statement II is false.

Explanation:
1. Neem leaves contain special chemicals that kill virus germs and soothe the skin.
2. It is not the rough surface of the leaves that stops itching; it is their healing juice.
3. This means only the first statement is true.

Answer: (b) neem bark

Explanation:
1. In the story, the child's cough and cold were cured by grandmother.
2. She used the woody outer skin of the neem tree, which is called bark.
3. She boiled the bark in water to make a warm, healing drink.

Answer: (a) Measles

Explanation:
1. Amber's brother fell ill with a disease that causes red skin rashes.
2. This disease is called measles.
3. Doctors suggest lying on neem leaves to stop the intense itching of measles.

Answer: (c) standing

Explanation:
1. Stagnant means water that is not moving or flowing anywhere.
2. 'Standing' is another word that means the same thing.
3. Mosquitoes love to multiply in standing puddles of water.

Answer: (b) It's termite-proof

Explanation:
1. Termites are tiny insects that eat and destroy normal wood.
2. Neem wood is very bitter, so termites dislike it and stay away.
3. Thus, neem wood furniture is called termite-proof and lasts very long.

Answer: (c) Cooking food

Explanation:
1. Neem is used for curing skin problems, keeping bugs out of grains, and building furniture.
2. We do not use neem to cook meals because it is too bitter to eat as normal food.
3. So, cooking food is not a use of neem mentioned here.

Answer: (b) It stops locusts from eating crops

Explanation:
1. Locusts are greedy crop-eating insects that can ruin a farmer's field.
2. Neem powder is very bitter and keeps insects away.
3. Sprinkling it stops locusts from destroying the farmer's crops.

Answer: (c) Arishta

Explanation:
1. Sanskrit is an ancient language of India.
2. In Sanskrit books, the neem tree is called 'Arishta'.
3. This name is given because the tree is very good at curing illnesses.

Answer: (c) 20th

Explanation:
1. Scientists are amazed by the many useful features of the neem tree.
2. They praised it by calling it 'the tree of the 20th century'.
3. This shows how important the tree is for health and science.

Answer: (b) Because the benefits of Neem are similar to the wise experiences of a sage.

Explanation:
1. A sage or 'Baba' is an old, wise person who helps people solve their problems.
2. The neem tree also helps us cure many illnesses and keeps us healthy, just like a wise elder.
3. That is why the tree is given the respectful title of 'Neem Baba'.

Answer: (b) soap and toothpaste

Explanation:
1. Neem oil is extracted from the seeds of the neem tree.
2. Because it has great cleaning and anti-germ properties, it is used in daily hygiene items.
3. It is added to soaps to clean skin and to toothpastes to keep teeth clean.

Answer: (d) By removing pollutants

Explanation:
1. Neem trees are wonderful at absorbing harmful dirty gases from our environment.
2. They trap dust and other harmful pollutants on their leaves.
3. This natural filtration makes the air around us much safer to breathe.

Answer: (a) Because the unending benefits of Neem might get few more additions in future.

Explanation:
1. Neem has so many different uses that we still do not know all of them.
2. Scientists continue to research the tree to find new healing powers.
3. We will likely discover even more benefits of neem as time goes by.

Answer: (d) well-trained professionals

Explanation:
1. Although neem is a natural herb, using it incorrectly can cause health problems.
2. Experts like doctors know exactly how much neem is safe for us to take.
3. Therefore, we should only use neem medicines with the help of well-trained health professionals.

Answer: (b) To prepare kajal for eye itching

Explanation:
1. The tiny flowers of the neem tree are used to make eye remedies.
2. They are used to make kajal, which is a dark paste applied to the eyes.
3. Putting this special kajal in the eyes reduces irritation and itching.

Answer: (b) Millions of years ago

Explanation:
1. Neem is an ancient species of plant that has lived on Earth for a very long time.
2. In the story, Neem Baba says he does not remember his exact age because he is so old.
3. He says he was born millions of years ago, long before humans built cities.

Answer: (a) The wide range of benefits of Neem.

Explanation:
1. Neem is considered a very important tree because it has countless different uses.
2. It helps us protect our crops, clean our teeth, heal skin diseases, and purify the air.
3. This huge variety of benefits is what makes it so special.

Answer: (c) by mixing it with water and spraying on the fields to drive away the insects

Explanation:
1. Neem seeds are dried and crushed to make a bitter powder.
2. Growers mix this powder into water and spray it on their crop fields.
3. The bitter taste and smell of neem make bugs fly away without damaging the crops.

Answer: (b) Not flowing

Explanation:
1. Water that does not flow or move is called stagnant water.
2. Puddles that form after rain are examples of stagnant water.
3. Mosquitoes lay their eggs in this still water, so we should not let it collect near our homes.

Answer: (b) Mixing neem seed powder in water

Explanation:
1. Mosquitoes lay eggs in open standing water.
2. Mixing neem seed powder in the standing water kills mosquito larvae and stops them from growing.
3. This is a very cheap and eco-friendly method to prevent mosquito breeding.

Answer: (c) Environmental awareness

Explanation:
1. The main lesson of this chapter is to teach us about the value of nature and trees.
2. It helps us appreciate how much trees do to keep our Earth clean and healthy.
3. Learning to respect and protect trees is what environmental awareness is all about.

Answer: (c) one who cures diseases

Explanation:
1. Arishta is the ancient Sanskrit name given to the neem tree.
2. The word means 'one who relieves or cures all sicknesses'.
3. Since neem can treat many health issues, it is perfectly named.

Answer: (a) To make soap

Explanation:
1. Neem oil is great at cleaning and keeping germs away from our skin.
2. It is mixed with other ingredients to make healthy bath soaps.
3. Because it is bitter and has a strong smell, it is not used to make sweet perfumes.

Answer: (a) Nimbe

Explanation:
1. The neem tree has different names across India depending on the region.
2. A common regional name used for neem is 'Nimbe'.
3. This name is very close to its Sanskrit origin word, 'Nimba'.