Class 6 Science Mindful Eating: A Path to a Healthy Body Extra Questions

Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)

Question 1. Q1: What drives humans to explore and ask questions from a young age? 

(a) Necessity
(b) Curiosity
(c) Education
(d) Environment
Ans: (b)

Q2: What does the scientific method help us to do? 
(a) Spend more time outdoors
(b) Find reliable answers and understand the world better
(c) Avoid asking questions
(d) Make quick decisions
Ans: (b)

Q3: What is metamorphosis? 
(a) A plant growing towards the light
(b) A caterpillar turning into a butterfly
(c) Water boiling to become steam
(d) Seeds sprouting into plants
Ans: (b)

Q4: At what temperature does water boil?
(a) 0°C
(b) 50°C
(c) 100°C
(d) 200°C
Ans: (c)

Q5: Why do plants grow towards the light? 
(a) To escape darkness
(b) To get more sunlight for photosynthesis
(c) To find more water
(d) To produce oxygen
Ans: (b)

Fill in the Blanks

Q1:The traditional food in Karnataka includes __________ and Dosa.
Ans: Idli

Q2:__________ are rich in dietary fibers and are essential for digestion.
Ans: Fruits

Q3:The primary function of fats in the body is to provide __________.
Ans: Stored energy

Q4:__________ is a deficiency disease caused by lack of Vitamin C.
Ans: Scurvy

Q5:The distance food travels from the farm to the consumer is known as ______________.
Ans: Food miles

True or False

Q1:A healthy diet includes only fruits and vegetables.
Ans: False

Q2:Millets are easy to cultivate and highly nutritious.
Ans: True

Q3: Protein helps in the absorption of vitamins.
Ans: False

Q4:Cooking methods have not changed significantly over time.
Ans: False

Q5:Laddoos are traditionally eaten in winter for extra energy.
Ans: True

Match the Following

Ans:

One Word Answer

Q2:Name one traditional food from Punjab.
Ans: Makki di roti.

Q3:What crop is primarily grown in Karnataka?
Ans: Rice.

Q4:Which beverage is commonly consumed in Manipur?
Ans: Black tea.

Q7:What is the primary source of energy for our body?
Ans: Carbohydrates.

Q8:Name a plant source of protein.
Ans: Pulses.

Q13: What deficiency disease is caused by a lack of Vitamin D?
Ans: Rickets.

Q14:Name a symptom of Iron deficiency.
Ans: Weakness.

Q16: Which nutrient helps in digestion?
Ans: Dietary fibers.

Q17: What is the main source of calcium?
Ans: Milk and dairy products.

Very Short Answer Questions

Q1: What are the primary sources of energy in our diet?

Carbohydrates and fats are the primary sources of energy.

1. What is food?
   Answer:
   Food is a basic requirement for all living organisms. It provides energy for carrying out all the daily activities.

Q2: Why is Vitamin C important for our body?

Vitamin C helps the body fight diseases and is essential for the healing of wounds.

Q4: What does the presence of an oily patch on paper indicate when testing food?

The presence of an oily patch indicates that the food contains fats.

Q5: What is the significance of a balanced diet?

A balanced diet provides all the essential nutrients in the right amount, supporting proper growth and development.

Q6: What is the role of proteins in our body?

Proteins help in the growth and repair of the body, making them essential body-building nutrients.

Q7: How can you test for the presence of starch in a food item?

By adding iodine solution to the food item; a blue-black colour indicates the presence of starch.

Q9: What is goitre, and what causes it?

Goitre is the swelling at the front of the neck caused by iodine deficiency.

Q10: Why are millets considered a healthy food choice?

Millets are rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibers, making them nutritious and beneficial for health.

Q1:What are the main components of food?
Ans: The main components of food are carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, and minerals.

Q5: Why do we eat laddoos in winter?
Ans: Laddoos provide energy and help keep the body warm in winter.

Q6:What traditional cooking method was commonly used in the past?
Ans: Cooking on chulhas (clay stoves).

Q9:What is the significance of iodised salt?
Ans: It helps prevent goitre by providing necessary iodine.

Q10: How have cooking practices changed over time?
Ans: Cooking has shifted from traditional methods to modern appliances like gas stoves and microwaves.

Q11:What is the function of Vitamin A?
Ans: Keeps eyes and skin healthy.

Q12: Which food sources are rich in Vitamin C?
Ans: Amla, guava, green chilies, oranges, lemons.

Q15:What are millets known for?
Ans: They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibers.

Q18:What does the test for starch involve?
Ans: Using iodine solution to check for a blue-black color.

Q19:What are food miles?
Ans: The distance food travels from the farm to the consumer.

Q20:Why is a balanced diet important?
Ans: It provides all essential nutrients in the right proportions.

Short Answer Questions

Q3: What is roughage and why is it important in our diet?

Our body needs dietary fibers and water. Dietary fibers, or roughage, do not provide nutrients but are crucial for removing undigested food and ensuring smooth bowel movements. They are mainly obtained from plant products.

17. Name various types of vitamins.
    Answer:
    Various types of vitamins are:

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin B₁
• Vitamin C
• Vitamin D

Why is there diversity in food in different states of India?
Answer:
There is diversity in food in different states of India because of diversity in soil, climate, culture, traditions, ethnic groups and occupations.

1. What are nutrients? Name major nutrients.
   Answer:
   The components of food which are needed by our body for growth and development are called nutrients. The major nutrients are:

• Carbohydrates
• Fats
• Proteins
• Vitamins
• Minerals

2. Name the food materials which contain fat.
   Answer:
   The food materials which contain fat are:

• Ghee
• Butter
• Oil

3.
Write test for detecting the presence of starch
Answer:
Take a piece of the food item. Put 2-3 drops of dilute iodine solution on it. If the colour of the food item becomes blue-black, then it indicates the presence of starch in the food item.

• Food + Iodine → Blue-black colour (starch present)
• Food + Iodine → No blue-black colour (no starch present)

1. How will you test for starch in a food sample?
   Answer:

• Take a small quantity of food samples.
• Then add 2-3 drops of iodine solution to it.
• The appearance of a blue-black colour indicates that the food sample contains starch.

11.
What are the symptoms of carbohydrate deficiency?
Answer:
The symptoms of deficiency of carbohydrates are:

• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Dehydration
• Lack of energy and stamina etc.

18. Name any 2 vitamins, their sources and deficiency diseases caused by them.
    Answer:
    The two vitamins are:
    Vitamin C:
    It is needed by the body to fight diseases. Deficiency of vitamin C can cause scurvy, a disease that is characterized by bleeding gums, skin spots and swelling in joints. Foods rich in vitamin C sources are amla, guava, Citrus fruits, etc.

• Vitamin A:
  It is important for normal vision, growth and a healthy immune system. The deficiency of vitamin A can cause night blindness, poor vision. Foods rich in vitamin A sources are papaya, carrot, milk, mango, etc.

2.
What is a balanced diet? Write the components of balanced diet.
Answer:
A diet which provides the right proportion of all the nutrients that our body needs along with roughage and water is called balanced diet. The various components of balanced diet are carbohydrates, fats, proteins, vitamins, minerals, roughage and water.