Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Q1: What is the traditional food made at the ‘Mystery Masala’ stall?
(a) Dhokla
(b) Ugadi Pachadi
(c) Chhena Poda
(d) Dal Baati Churma
Q2: Which food group is essential for providing energy for daily activities?
(a) Protective foods
(b) Body-building foods
(c) Energy-giving foods
(d) Junk food
Q3: What is a characteristic of junk food?
(a) It is high in nutrients
(b) It is rich in vitamins
(c) It is high in oil, salt, and sugar
(d) It is a good source of proteins
Q4: What is the purpose of water in our body?
(a) It helps in digestion and hydration
(b) It increases body temperature
(c) It adds flavor to food
(d) It makes the food tastier
Q5: Which method of cooking uses sunlight instead of fire?
(a) Solar cooking
(b) Steaming
(c) Frying
(d) Grilling
Solar Cooking
Fill in the Blanks
Q1: The six tastes in Ayurveda are called ________.
Q2: ________ are small grains that are packed with nutrients and are good for health.
Q3: A ________ plate includes the right amount of food from all three food groups: protective, body-building, and energy-giving foods.
Q4: ________ foods, like fruits and vegetables, help protect us from illnesses.
Q5: We need to drink enough ________ to stay hydrated and healthy.
True or False
Q1: A balanced food plate includes mostly energy-providing foods and no protective foods.
Q2: Solar cooking uses sunlight to cook food instead of fire.
Q3: Food that is home-cooked and fresh is better than processed or packaged junk food.
Q4: Eating water-rich fruits like watermelon helps in maintaining water balance in the body.
Drinking Water
Q5: Food does not help us grow, stay strong, and protect us from diseases.
Short Question Answers
Q1: What is the “Mystery Masala” dish made from?
Q2: Why are millets considered a good food choice?
Millets
Q3: What is the significance of drinking water for our health?
Q4: What is the role of a balanced food plate?
Q5: What are some healthy, no-cook food options mentioned in the chapter?
Vocabulary Activity – “Guess the Word”
Q1: A substance found in food that provides energy and supports body growth.
Q2: A sharp or spicy taste, like that of green chilli.
Q3: A type of grain that is rich in nutrients, such as jowar, bajra, and jau.=
Q4: The six tastes in Ayurveda: sweet, sour, salty, pungent, bitter, and ________.
Q5: A method of cooking food using sunlight, without using fire or electricity.
Match the Following