CBSE Class 6 English Spices that Heal Us Worksheet Set 02

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Question. It can truly be said that our kitchen is a ________.
Answer: home doctor
Explanation: Kitchens are full of healthy spices that act like natural medicines for common everyday health problems.

Question. We can treat sleeplessness from ________.
Answer: Cumin seeds
Explanation: Cumin (jeera) water relaxes our body and mind, helping us get a good night's sleep.

Question. Saunf and Elaichi are offered for ________.
Answer: digestion of food
Explanation: Chewing fennel and cardamom after meals helps our tummy digest food smoothly and keeps breath fresh.

Question. Fennel seeds can be eaten after meals to aid digestion and relieve bloating.
Answer: aid digestion and relieve bloating
Explanation: Chewing fennel seeds (saunf) after eating relaxes the stomach and stops your tummy from feeling puffed up with gas.

Question. ___________ is used to ease toothache and gum infections due to its antiseptic properties.
Answer: Clove
Explanation: Clove (laung) cleans away germs and numbs the pain so that a hurting tooth feels better quickly.

True or False

Question. Kali mirch eases body pain.
Answer: True
Explanation: Black pepper has natural pain-relieving qualities that help soothe tired and aching muscles.

Question. Elaichi helps us in breathing trouble.
Answer: True
Explanation: Cardamom (elaichi) clears airways and opens up the chest to help us breathe much more easily.

Question. Cardamom is used to cure toothaches and gum infections.
Answer: False
Explanation: Clove is used for treating toothaches, whereas cardamom (elaichi) is usually used to freshen our breath and improve digestion.

Question. Fenugreek seeds are soaked overnight and consumed to regulate blood sugar levels.
Answer: True
Explanation: Soaking methi seeds overnight releases healthy nutrients into the water that help keep blood sugar steady.

Questions / Short Question Answers

Question. Why are saunf (fennel seeds) and ajwain (carom seeds) offered after meals?
Answer: Saunf and ajwain help in digesting food, especially after a heavy meal. They prevent bloating and improve stomach health. This tradition of serving these seeds after meals highlights their role in promoting digestive wellness.
Explanation: Chewing on these tasty seeds after lunch or dinner prevents heavy gas and helps the belly digest rich food quickly.

Question. Select the spice that is not useful for body pain according to Daadi’s letter: (a) Turmeric (b) Ginger (c) Fennel seeds (d) Black pepper
Answer: (c) Fennel seeds
Explanation: Fennel seeds (saunf) are mainly used to settle the stomach and improve digestion, not for curing body pain.

Question. What is the function of heeng (asafoetida) in natural remedies?
Answer: Heeng is used to relieve gas in babies and provides relief from cough and cold. It is applied as water externally on the stomach for gas relief. Its medicinal properties make it a trusted remedy in traditional Indian households.
Explanation: Mixing a pinch of heeng in warm water and rubbing it on a baby's tummy quickly relieves tummy aches and trapped gas.

Question. How do we know that traditional cures are passed from one generation to another?
Answer: The grandmother got the knowledge of these home remedies from her grandmother. Now she was passing it on to her grandchildren. So, we know that the cures were passed on from one generation to another.
Explanation: Great-grandmothers taught these simple remedies to grandmothers, who now share them with young grandchildren today.

Question. What is the importance of kali mirch (black pepper)?
Answer: Black pepper aids digestion and provides relief from body pain. Its anti-inflammatory properties make it a key ingredient in various home remedies. Adding black pepper to food not only enhances flavor but also boosts overall health.
Explanation: Kali mirch adds yummy heat to food while helping our tummy digest meals and calming sore body joints.

Question. What is the purpose of grandmother’s letter?
Answer: Through the letter, the grandmother shows her happiness that the natural remedies have helped cure Vikram and Vaibhavi. Then she informs them about other spices and their benefits. She also asks them to spread this awareness among their friends. However, she warns the siblings that they should use these remedies only after consulting an elder.
Explanation: Daadi wrote the letter to share ancient kitchen secrets that keep everyone healthy and happy without rushing to the pharmacy.

Question. How does methi (fenugreek) support health?
Answer: Methi or fenugreek helps control blood sugar levels and body weight. By soaking methi seeds overnight and drinking the water in the morning, one can enjoy its benefits. It is a simple and natural remedy often suggested for maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
Explanation: Drinking soaked methi water every morning helps maintain a healthy weight and keeps energy levels steady.

Question. Grandmother tells about the spice called Adrak that is used in Indian cooking. Do you know any other spice that is a famous ingredient in Indian cooking?
Answer: Yes, a few spices like Cumin seeds and turmeric are very popular in Indian cooking.
Explanation: Spices like jeera and haldi are used in almost every Indian curry to make the dish delicious, colourful, and healthy.

Question. What are the benefits of elaichi (cardamom)?
Answer: Elaichi helps with digestion and respiratory troubles. It also cures bad breath, making it a popular choice for freshening breath after meals. Additionally, its aromatic flavor enhances the taste of sweets and beverages like tea.
Explanation: Elaichi makes sweet dishes smell delicious, cleans our breath, and clears blocked chests during colds.

Question. Why did Daadi ask Vikram and Vaibhavi to share the natural remedies with their friends?
Answer: She wanted them to share the cures with their friends so that more people could benefit from these cures.
Explanation: Sharing helpful health ideas ensures all their friends can also feel better quickly using simple kitchen ingredients.

Question. What makes adrak (ginger) unique in cooking and remedies?
Answer: Ginger, used for over 4000 years, relieves cough, cold, and body pain. It is extensively used in Indian cooking, both for its flavor and health benefits. Ginger tea is a popular remedy for soothing sore throats and improving digestion.
Explanation: Ginger has been trusted for thousands of years because its spicy juice instantly warms up the throat and fights coughing.

Question. What was Daadi’s ultimate advice to Vikram and Vaibhavi?
Answer: Her final advice was to use the spice under the guidance of an elder.
Explanation: An adult knows the right amount of spice to give, so children should always get help from grown-ups.

Question. Why are jeera (cumin) seeds considered beneficial?
Answer: Jeera seeds improve digestion and can cure sleeplessness when soaked in water overnight. They are a common kitchen ingredient used in various dishes, making them easily accessible for promoting better health and aiding in restful sleep.
Explanation: Jeera stops stomach aches after big meals and calms our body down so we can fall asleep easily at bedtime.

Question. List the names of all the spices which grandmother mentions in the letter.
Answer: The grandmother mentions various spices like ginger, turmeric, carom seeds, fenugreek seeds, black pepper, asafoetida, cinnamon, cardamom and clove.
Explanation: These are common household ingredients: adrak, haldi, ajwain, methi, kali mirch, heeng, dalchini, elaichi, and laung.

Question. What suggestion did the grandmother give about using spices?
Answer: The grandmother advised consulting elders before using spices for remedies. This ensures their proper and safe application, especially as many traditional remedies require experience and knowledge. Her guidance emphasizes the importance of careful use of natural resources.
Explanation: Using too much of a strong spice can hurt your tummy, so an experienced adult should always guide you.

Question. Why do you think we should learn about the healing properties of spices?
Answer: We should know about the healing properties of spices so that we can use them and get better health in time of illness.
Explanation: Knowing about spices helps us fix small cuts, coughs, and bellyaches quickly and naturally at home.