Short Answer Questions: Happy and Healthy Living

Q1: Why should we value food?
Ans: We should value food because many people and animals work hard to produce it. When we waste food, we fail to respect the hard efforts of everyone who helped bring food to our plate. Every grain is precious and should not be wasted.

Q2: What is the journey of grains?
Ans: The journey of the grain from the farm to our plate is long. Farmers grow them using soil, water, and sunlight. Shopkeepers sell them, and our family members cook them for us. Many people and nature work together to make this possible.

Q3: Why do we celebrate festivals like Makar Sankranti and Onam?
Ans: In India, we have different cultural practices and festivals where we show gratitude to ‘Mother Nature’ for the food we eat. These include Makar Sankranti, Onam, and other festivals that express our gratitude for the crops and the hard work of farmers.

Q4: Why is sleep important for our health?
Ans: Sleep is important because it removes tiredness and refreshes us. Without enough sleep, it is hard to focus on work or play. Good sleep keeps us healthy and energetic.

Q5: What happens in our mouth when we eat food?
Ans: The tongue feels the food’s texture and moves it around. The teeth chew the food into smaller pieces. Saliva mixes with the food to make it soft and easy to swallow.

Q6: What does mindful eating mean?
Ans: Mindful eating is about paying attention to what we eat and how we feel while eating. It includes eating slowly, noticing the taste and texture, and being thankful for every bite of food.

Q7: What are some things that make us feel happy?
Ans: We feel happy when we eat our favourite food, play games with friends, spend time with family, and celebrate festivals or special occasions. Happiness is also an important part of being healthy.

Q8: Name two fun physical activities that keep us healthy.
Ans: Cycling and skipping are two fun physical activities that keep us healthy. They make our bodies strong and give us more energy.Cycling & Skipping

Q9: How does yoga help us?
Ans: Yoga helps improve our posture, keeps our body flexible, and makes us feel happy and active. It is a healthy activity for both body and mind.

Q10: Why is mindful eating important?
Ans: Mindful eating helps us enjoy food more, make healthier choices, and feel thankful for every bite. It also teaches us to eat slowly and respect the effort behind our food. Eating right, at the right time, in the right way is necessary for happy and healthy living.

Q11: What is a safe touch?
Ans: A safe touch is a touch that makes us feel happy, loved, and comfortable, like a hug from our parents or a pat from a teacher.

Q12: What is an unsafe touch?
Ans: An unsafe touch makes us feel scared, uncomfortable, or bad. It can come from anyone, even a familiar person. If we feel unsafe, we should say “No” and tell a trusted adult.

Q13: Who is a trusted adult?
Ans: A trusted adult is someone we can talk to when we feel unsafe, like our parents, teachers, or other family members. They listen and help us stay safe.

Q14: What should we do if we feel unsafe?
Ans: If we feel unsafe, we should say “No” loudly, move away from the person, and tell a trusted adult immediately. Speaking up is always the right thing to do.

Q15: Why is exercise important for our health?
Ans: Exercise makes our body strong, active, and full of energy. It keeps us healthy and happy. Activities like running, playing, and yoga are great for our well-being.