Question bank

Chapter-1   Beautiful Nature
Q-1

Name these animals that are in the list of endangered species.

1. The _______________ of Manipur, also called the dancing deer, lives in swamps made up of a thick mat of humus and dead vegetation.

2. The Kashmir _______________ of Hangul is found only in the northern valleys of Kashmir. Its number has declined because of poaching and destruction of its habitat.

3. The wild _______________ , found only in the Rann of Kutch, is one of the rarest mammals numbering less than 700 worldwide.

4. The Monk _______________ of the Mediterranean has not been seen since 1962.

5. The _______________ of North Africa, a species of antelope hunted for its meat, is almost extinct.

6. The Mexican _______________ once roamed freely in the area between Arizona and New Mexico in the U.S. They were trapped and poisoned by hunters. Only a few exist today

7. The _______________ was hunted for its flesh, blubber and a cash crop of tusks.

8. The Cochin Forest Cane _____________ is the smallest of its kind. It is on the verge of extinction.

Q-2

Complete the names of these trees by filling in the blanks with the missing letters.

1. The Great B __ n __ a __ Tree is over 250 years old and covers about 14,500 square metres of land (3.5 acres) in the Acharya Jagadish Chandra Bose Botanical Garden near Kolkata (Calcutta), making it the widest tree in the world.

2. The national fruit of India is Ma__ g __.

3. P ___ ne trees are considered evergreens because they keep their needles for approximately 2 years. When old needles fall, new needles quickly take their place.

4. An oil found in Eu__ al __ pt __ s leaves is a strong, natural disinfectant, which is used in some medicines, but can be poisonous if too much is taken.

5. The M __ h __ a tree dots the dry tropical forests of southern India. Indigenous communities use the bark of the tree as medicine, the fruit as food and of course the flowers as an intoxicant.

6. In ancient times, the N__ __m tree was found in all houses as it spreads purity in the environment.

7. Gautama Buddha meditated under a ___ ___ e pal tree and became Bodhi or the ‘Enlightened One’.

8. Karnataka is one of the largest producers of __ a __ d __ l __ ood.

Q-3

Write their names below their pictures.

1. The cluster of this plant looks like a hen, that is, surrounded by smaller patches, the chicks. ________________

2. This plant is a part of the mint family and its flowers look like caps. ________________

3. This plant gets its name from its leaves, which are shaped like a large ear or shield.____________

4. This plant has flowers that look like flying bats. They have long ‘whiskers’ attached to the flowers. ________________

5. This is a ball-shaped dwarf fleshy plant. It resembles a stone and has no branches. ___________

6. This is a plant in Australia. Its sting can last for years and its pain is so unbearable that people have killed themselves after touching it. ___________

7. It has a sap that is so toxic that it can paralyze your vocal cords. ________________

Q-4

Look at the pictures and fill in the blanks :

This tree-floating water plant grows commonly in stagnant water. It is an aggressive invader that may kill other plants in the habitat by blocking sunlight. _____________

These giant sea plants are actually a species of large brown algae found in the Pacific Ocean and in the southern oceans near South America, South Africa and Australia. They grow in dense stands, known as kelp forest, which are home to many water animals. _____________

This free-floating perennial aquatic plant is native to tropical South America. It has feathery, freely hanging purple–black roots and beautiful purple and pink flowers. It grows vigorously and can double its population in two weeks. _____________

These floating plants have small flowers with five yellow or white petals. Some species of these plants are aquatic weeds. _____________

This floating plant has huge spongy leaves without stems, and roots hanging submerged beneath the floating leaves. It is found in nearly all tropical and subtropical freshwater bodies. _____________

Q-5

Do you know about these plants and flowers ?

1. This purple flower is dried and then used for scenting linen. It is also a colour. ____________

2. This stands as a symbol of purity. ___________

3. This plant is the symbol of everlasting life. _________

4. This attractive flower shares its name with a part of the eye. ____________

5. This stands for remembrance. ___________

6. For the Chinese, this is a symbol of peace and beauty. 

 _________________

7. A Christmas decoration, this plant symbolizes joy and goodwill. ____________

Q-6

Write T for the true statements and F for the false ones in the boxes :

1. The dracula ant feeds on the blood of its own young offspring.

2. Honeybees can sting only once, after which they die. 

3. Fireflies emit ‘cold light’, which means they emit light without any heat.

4. Most of the insects in the world live in the deep sea.

5. A fear of insects is known as entomophobia.

6. The butterflies of Kerguelen Island can fly higher than most birds.

7. Some cicadas can make sounds 120 decibels loud.

8. Hornets, yellow jackets and cicada killers are all various kinds of wasps.

Q-7

Name the insects described in the descriptions below :

1. This beetle uses its own light to attract mates. _______________.

2. This polka-dotted carnivore is often sold to farmers to control pests such as aphids, scales and mites. _______________.

3. This insect is also known as the devil’s darning needle. _______________.

4. This bloodsucking bug causes Lyme’s disease. _______________.

5. This notorious plant pest, also called plant louse, can produce about 50 to 100 babies per year. ________ .

Q-8

Identify these trusted breeds. Write their names in the blanks provided.

Also known as the Persian Greyhound, it is a standardised breed developed from sighthounds. 

 __________________

A spitz type of dog breed is originally from northern China. 

 ________________

With physically distinctive features such as wrinkly, short-muzzled face and curled tail _________________

Main use was to herd livestock and pull carts laden with butchered meat to market. ________________

A British breed of retriever gun dog. 

 ______________

One of the smallest breeds of dog, and is named after the Mexican state _______________

A German breed of working dog of medium to large size ___________________

Descends from hunting dogs from the Middle Ages used to hunt wild boar and deer, and as guardians of German nobility. ________________

A sighthound dog breed that has been bred for game coursing ________________

A breed of medium-sized dog noted for its uique white coat marked with black or brown-coloured spots _________________

A long muzzle breed. It stands on its pads and is not usually heavy-footed. _________________

A breed of very large working dog from the Western Alps _________________

Similar in appearance to the much larger foxhound. 

 ________________

The coat is smooth and tight-fitting; colours are fawn, brindled, or white, with or without white markings. _________________

Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 Which tree is known for its large canopy and is considered the widest tree in the world?

(i)

Mango

(ii)

Banyan

(iii)

Peepal

(iv)

Teak
Q-2 The flowers of which plant resemble flying bats with long whiskers?

(i)

Black Bat Flower

(ii)

Hen and Chicks

(iii)

Elephant’s Ear

(iv)

Hooded Skullcap
Q-3 Which plant is highly invasive and can block sunlight for other aquatic plants?

(i)

Water Hyacinth

(ii)

Duckweed

(iii)

Floating Heart

(iv)

Giant Kelp
Q-4 What is the primary function of aquatic plants in an ecosystem?

(i)

Increase salt levels in water

(ii)

Provide oxygen and habitat for aquatic life

(iii)

Decrease water temperature

(iv)

Reduce water clarity
Q-5 Which tree has an oil with strong disinfectant properties but can be toxic in large amounts?

(i)

Eucalyptus

(ii)

Mahua

(iii)

Peepal

(iv)

Neem
Q-6 Which plant's sap is so toxic that it can paralyze vocal cords?

(i)

Dumb Cane

(ii)

Hen and Chicks

(iii)

Hooded Skullcap

(iv)

Sea Urchin Cactus
Q-7 Which fruit is considered the national fruit of India?

(i)

Guava

(ii)

Mango

(iii)

Banana

(iv)

Orange
Q-8 Which floating plant has huge, spongy leaves without stems?

(i)

Floating Heart

(ii)

Duckweed

(iii)

Water Cabbage

(iv)

Water Hyacinth
Q-9 The lotus flower was considered sacred in which ancient civilization?

(i)

Greek

(ii)

Egyptian

(iii)

Chinese

(iv)

Roman
Q-10 Which flower is associated with remembrance?

(i)

Tulip

(ii)

Rose

(iii)

Poppy

(iv)

Lotus
Q-11 Which type of soil is best for agriculture due to its balanced texture and humus content?

(i)

Sandy soil

(ii)

Laterite soil

(iii)

Loamy soil

(iv)

Clay soil
Q-12 Which crop is commonly grown in plantation farming?

(i)

Wheat

(ii)

Rubber

(iii)

Rice

(iv)

Barley
Q-13 Which type of farming involves burning vegetation to clear land for agriculture?

(i)

Mixed farming

(ii)

Slash and burn

(iii)

Subsistence farming

(iv)

Hydroponic farming
Q-14 What is the main use of a Labrador Retriever?

(i)

Guard dog

(ii)

Hunting dog

(iii)

Police and rescue dog

(iv)

Herding dog
Q-15 Which dog breed is named after a Mexican state?

(i)

Rottweiler

(ii)

Great Dane

(iii)

Chihuahua

(iv)

Doberman Pinscher
Q-16 Which insect emits light without producing heat?

(i)

Dragonfly

(ii)

Ladybug

(iii)

Firefly

(iv)

Termite
Q-17 What is the largest producer of rice in the world?

(i)

Brazil

(ii)

China

(iii)

India

(iv)

USA
Q-18 Which insect is known to cause Lyme disease?

(i)

Mosquito

(ii)

Tick

(iii)

Termite

(iv)

Firefly
Q-19 What is the name of the endangered deer species found in Manipur?

(i)

Hangul

(ii)

Chinkara

(iii)

Sangai

(iv)

Barasingha
Q-20 What is the primary reason for the declining population of the wild ass in the Rann of Kutch?

(i)

Habitat destruction

(ii)

Overgrazing by livestock

(iii)

Illegal hunting

(iv)

All of the above
Chapter-2   Sports & Entertainment
Q-1

Write ‘Yes’ or ‘No’.

1. Can a goalkeeper wear a jersey of the same colour as worn by his teammates ?

2. Can a goalkeeper score a goal for his team ?

3. Does an international match last 90 minutes ?

4. Has Brazil won the World Cup more than any other team ?

Q-2

Try this oral football quiz

1. What is the other name for football ?

2. What is the national championship in India called ?

3. What does EPL stand for ?

4. When is the World Cup Football held ?

5. Where was the World Cup held in 2022 ?

Q-3

Match these great players with the countries they represent.
Q-4

Name these modern-day footballers
Q-5

Read these the sportspersons who have left an indelible mark on Olympic history. Write their names :

1. He is an Indian track and field athlete who is the reigning Olympic champion and world championship silver medalist in javelin throw. He is the first Asian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in men’s javelin throw. ___________

2. He is a former American competitive swimmer and nine-time Olympic champion. He was the most successful athlete at the 1972 Summer Olympics in Munich, winning seven gold medals, all in world record time.

 _____________________

3. He is a former American track and field athlete who won nine Olympic gold medals, one Olympic silver medal, and 10 World Championships medals, including eight gold. __________________________

4. He is a retired Jamaican sprinter, widely considered to be the greatest sprinter of all time. He is the world record holder in the 100 metres, 200 metres, and 4 × 100 metres relay. _____________

5. She is known professionally as a Romanian retired gymnast and a five-time Olympic gold medalist, all in individual events. In 1976, at the age of 14, Comaneci was the first gymnast to be awarded a perfect score of 10.0 at the Olympic Games. __________________________

Q-6

Match the sports to their descriptions.
Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 Can a goalkeeper wear a jersey of the same color as his teammates?

(i)

Yes

(ii)

No
Q-2 Can a goalkeeper score a goal for his team?

(i)

Yes

(ii)

No
Q-3 How long does an international football match last?

(i)

60 minutes

(ii)

80 minutes

(iii)

90 minutes

(iv)

120 minutes
Q-4 Which country has won the FIFA World Cup the most times?

(i)

Argentina

(ii)

Germany

(iii)

Brazil

(iv)

Italy
Q-5 What is the other name for football?

(i)

Soccer

(ii)

Baseball

(iii)

Rugby

(iv)

Hockey
Q-6 What is the national football championship of India called?

(i)

Indian Football League

(ii)

Indian Super League

(iii)

Indian Premier League

(iv)

Federation Cup
Q-7 What does EPL stand for?

(i)

European Players League

(ii)

English Players League

(iii)

English Premier League

(iv)

European Premier League
Q-8 When is the FIFA World Cup held?

(i)

Every 2 years

(ii)

Every 4 years

(iii)

Every 5 years

(iv)

Every 6 years
Q-9 Where was the FIFA World Cup held in 2022?

(i)

Russia

(ii)

USA

(iii)

Qatar

(iv)

Brazil
Q-10 Which country does Neymar Jr. represent?

(i)

Germany

(ii)

Brazil

(iii)

Argentina

(iv)

Spain
Q-11 Who was the first Indian athlete to win an Olympic gold medal in men’s javelin throw?

(i)

Milkha Singh

(ii)

Neeraj Chopra

(iii)

Abhinav Bindra

(iv)

P. T. Usha
Q-12 Which American swimmer won seven gold medals in the 1972 Olympics?

(i)

Michael Phelps

(ii)

Mark Spitz

(iii)

Ian Thorpe

(iv)

Ryan Lochte
Q-13 Which former American sprinter won nine Olympic gold medals?

(i)

Carl Lewis

(ii)

Usain Bolt

(iii)

Justin Gatlin

(iv)

Jesse Owens
Q-14 Who holds the world record in the 100m, 200m, and 4 × 100m relay?

(i)

Carl Lewis

(ii)

Maurice Greene

(iii)

Usain Bolt

(iv)

Asafa Powell
Q-15 Who was the first gymnast to score a perfect 10.0 in the Olympics?

(i)

Simone Biles

(ii)

Olga Korbut

(iii)

Nadia Comaneci

(iv)

Mary Lou Retton
Q-16 What do the three “agitos” in the Paralympic symbol represent?

(i)

Strength, Speed, Endurance

(ii)

Red, White, Blue

(iii)

The colors most used in national flags

(iv)

Paralympic sports categories
Q-17 Who was the first Indian Paralympian to win a gold medal in shooting?

(i)

Deepa Malik

(ii)

Devendra Jhajharia

(iii)

Avani Lekhara

(iv)

Murlikant Petkar
Q-18 What is the field size for a football match?

(i)

90–100 yards long, 30–40 yards wide

(ii)

100–130 yards long, 50–56 yards wide

(iii)

70–80 yards long, 40–50 yards wide

(iv)

50–100 yards long, 20–30 yards wide
Q-19 Who won India’s first Paralympic gold medal in 1972?

(i)

Murlikant Petkar

(ii)

Devendra Jhajharia

(iii)

Avani Lekhara

(iv)

Deepa Malik
Q-20 Which exercise system was designed in Germany to help war veterans?

(i)

Circuit training

(ii)

Pilates

(iii)

Weight training

(iv)

Aquaerobics
Chapter-3   Our Motherland
Q-1

Match the dances to the states/union territories they have originated from.
Q-2

Write the names of the places associated.

Biryani is an aromatic rice dish cooked using several spices, notably saffron, and meat (typically chicken or mutton) that has been marinated overnight. ________________

Rogan josh is a lamb curry that traces its origins in Persian cuisine. It is best enjoyed in places with cold climatic conditions.

 _______________

Butter chicken is extremely popular in the northern part of India.

 ________________

Idli is a savoury cake formed by steaming a fermented combination of rice and lentils. It is enjoyed with the combination of sambhar and chutney. _______________

The khaman dhokla is a savoury steamed cake made out of gram flour or chana dal. This soft and savoury snack item is served with green chutney. ______________

Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 Which Rajput princess wrote devotional poems that are still sung today?

(i)

Mira Bai

(ii)

Ahilyabai Holkar

(iii)

Laxmi Bai

(iv)

Rani Padmini
Q-2 Who wrote the Sanskrit literary works Meghadootam and Abhijnanashakuntalam?

(i)

Tulsidas

(ii)

Kalidas

(iii)

Surdas

(iv)

Ravidas
Q-3 Which ruler introduced the Rupiya coin, which evolved into the modern Rupee?

(i)

Kanishka

(ii)

Sher Shah Suri

(iii)

Babur

(iv)

Akbar
Q-4 Who was known as ‘Zinda Pir’ or ‘Living Saint’ in Mughal India?

(i)

Humayun

(ii)

Akbar

(iii)

Aurangzeb

(iv)

Shah Jahan
Q-5 Which ambassador of Queen Elizabeth visited Akbar’s court for trade in Gujarat?

(i)

Sir Thomas Roe

(ii)

William Hawkins

(iii)

John Mildenhall

(iv)

Ralph Fitch
Q-6 Ahilyabai Holkar was a ruler of which kingdom?

(i)

Rajputana

(ii)

Malwa

(iii)

Bundelkhand

(iv)

Marwar
Q-7 Who wrote the Thirukkural, a classic Tamil work on ethics and values?

(i)

Siva Poakaser

(ii)

Villputturar

(iii)

Thiruvalluvar

(iv)

Kambar
Q-8 Which poet wrote the Ramcharitmanas?

(i)

Tulsidas

(ii)

Kalidas

(iii)

Surdas

(iv)

Ravidas
Q-9 Who wrote the Arthashastra and served as the advisor to Chandragupta Maurya?

(i)

Socrates

(ii)

Chanakya

(iii)

Radha Gupta

(iv)

Aryabhata
Q-10 In which Indian state is the Hornbill Festival celebrated?

(i)

Mizoram

(ii)

Sikkim

(iii)

Nagaland

(iv)

Arunachal Pradesh
Q-11 Which festival marks the end of the fasting month of Ramazan?

(i)

Eid-al-Fitr

(ii)

Id-al-Adha

(iii)

Muharram

(iv)

Navroz
Q-12 What is the Jewish festival of lights called?

(i)

Niahanu

(ii)

Hanuhakk

(iii)

Hanukkah

(iv)

Rosh Hashanah
Q-13 Which of the following state-festival pairings is incorrect?

(i)

Rajasthan — Gangaur Teej

(ii)

Uttar Pradesh — Krishna Janmashtami

(iii)

Gujarat — Durga Puja

(iv)

West Bengal — Durga Puja
Q-14 Which dance form originates from Kerala?

(i)

Lavani

(ii)

Bihu

(iii)

Kaikottikali

(iv)

Ghumar
Q-15 In which state did the dance form Yakshagana originate?

(i)

Andhra Pradesh

(ii)

Karnataka

(iii)

Tamil Nadu

(iv)

Odisha
Q-16 Biryani is a famous dish associated with which city?

(i)

Delhi

(ii)

Hyderabad

(iii)

Kashmir

(iv)

Gujarat
Q-17 Rogan Josh, a lamb-based dish, is best associated with which Indian region?

(i)

Gujarat

(ii)

Kashmir

(iii)

Kerala

(iv)

Delhi
Q-18 The Tehri Dam is located in which Indian state?

(i)

Himachal Pradesh

(ii)

Uttarakhand

(iii)

Madhya Pradesh

(iv)

Jharkhand
Q-19 The Bhakra Nangal Project is built on which river?

(i)

Mahanadi

(ii)

Beas

(iii)

Satluj

(iv)

Ganga
Q-20 Which river is the Sardar Sarovar Dam constructed on?

(i)

Yamuna

(ii)

Narmada

(iii)

Brahmaputra

(iv)

Kaveri
Chapter-4   Language & Literature
Q-1

Tick (✓ ) the correct statements and cross (x) the incorrect ones.

1. The Gita is a part of the great Indian epic, Mahabharata.

2. The Ramayana, another great Indian epic, is based on the life-story of Lord Rama (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu).

3. Kumbhakarna was the eldest son of Ravana.

4. Sita was the daughter of King Janak, the ruler of Mithila.

5. The Gita contains the philosophy of ‘Deed’ or ‘Karma’ as preached by Arjuna.

6. Vibhishana was the youngest brother of Ravana.

7. Meghanatha, Ravana’s son, was also called ‘Indrajeet’ because he once defeated the Rain–God, ‘Indra’.

Q-2

Complete the crossword with the names of these mythical characters:
Q-3

Some statements related with new words are given below. Read them and write new words

Wiggle Room, Serial Comma, Biometrics, Bookcrossing, Bad Hair Day, Mystery Shopper, Tiggerish, Weekend Warrior, Show Pony, Bumsters, Bloviate, Spyware

1. A day when you are unhappy and easily upset, especially because your hair does not look the way you want it to look.

2. The practice of leaving a book in a public place to be picked up and read by others.

3. Trousers that are cut very low on the hips.

4. A person who participates in an activity only in his or her spare time.

5. A person who is very lively, energetic and cheerful.

6. An attractive, stylish or flamboyant person, especially a performer, who enjoys being in limelight.

7. A way of identifying persons by their distinctive physical traits, such as their fingers and eyes, usually for security purposes.

8. A comma used after the penultimate item in the list of three or more items before the coordinating conjunction 'and' or 'or'.

9. A person employed to visit a shop or restaurant in order to assess the quality of goods or services.

10. Computing software that enables a user to obtain covert information about someone's computer activities by transmitting data covertly from his/her hard drive.

11. Talk at length, especially in an inflated or empty way.

12. Limited capacity or scope for negotiation, especially in order to modify a previous statement or decision.

Q-4

Underline the correct word.

1. The school (principal, principle) came into the room.

2. My pants are too (lose, loose).

3. We went before the teen (council, counsel).

4. The (capital, capitol) of Colorado is Denver.

5. I like all (accept, except) the blue one.

6. This is a (stationary, stationery) bike.

7. I would like to (precede, proceed) with my story.

8. It was a steep (descent, dissent) into the cave.

9. Most drugs have side-(affects, effects).

10. Warm bread (compliments, complements) any meal.

11. I practise so I won’t (lose, loose) the game.

12. The Senate was in session at the (capital, capitol) today.

Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 Who is the creator of the fictional detective character, Byomkesh Bakshi?

(i)

Satyajit Ray

(ii)

Munshi Premchand

(iii)

Sharadindu Bandyopadhyay

(iv)

Rabindranath Tagore
Q-2 Which detective character did Satyajit Ray create?

(i)

Feluda

(ii)

Karamchand

(iii)

Sherlock Holmes

(iv)

Byomkesh Bakshi
Q-3 Who wrote the epic poem *Ramcharitmanas*?

(i)

Valmiki

(ii)

Kalidasa

(iii)

Tulsidas

(iv)

Ved Vyas
Q-4 Which Indian ruler introduced the coin called Rupiya, which later became the modern Rupee?

(i)

Babur

(ii)

Sher Shah Suri

(iii)

Aurangzeb

(iv)

Ashoka
Q-5 Which of these instruments does Sherlock Holmes play often?

(i)

Violin

(ii)

Piano

(iii)

Guitar

(iv)

Flute
Q-6 Who is the author of *Five Point Someone*?

(i)

Amish Tripathi

(ii)

Chetan Bhagat

(iii)

R.K. Narayan

(iv)

Arundhati Roy
Q-7 What is the other name for football?

(i)

Rugby

(ii)

Soccer

(iii)

Polo

(iv)

Baseball
Q-8 What is the name of the festival that ends the fasting month of Ramzan?

(i)

Eid-al-Fitr

(ii)

Id-al-Adha

(iii)

Muharram

(iv)

Baisakhi
Q-9 Who is considered the father of Sanskrit grammar?

(i)

Panini

(ii)

Chanakya

(iii)

Patanjali

(iv)

Vyas
Q-10 What is the national fruit of India?

(i)

Mango

(ii)

Apple

(iii)

Banana

(iv)

Orange
Q-11 What is the capital city of Spain?

(i)

Madrid

(ii)

Barcelona

(iii)

Lisbon

(iv)

Rome
Q-12 Which gas do plants use for photosynthesis?

(i)

Oxygen

(ii)

Carbon dioxide

(iii)

Nitrogen

(iv)

Helium
Q-13 Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

(i)

Venus

(ii)

Jupiter

(iii)

Mars

(iv)

Saturn
Q-14 Which is the highest civilian award in India?

(i)

Padma Bhushan

(ii)

Padma Shri

(iii)

Bharat Ratna

(iv)

Arjuna Award
Q-15 What is the longest river in the world?

(i)

Amazon

(ii)

Nile

(iii)

Ganges

(iv)

Yangtze
Q-16 What is the capital of Japan?

(i)

Tokyo

(ii)

Kyoto

(iii)

Osaka

(iv)

Hiroshima
Q-17 What is the process of water turning into vapor called?

(i)

Condensation

(ii)

Precipitation

(iii)

Evaporation

(iv)

Sublimation
Q-18 Who discovered the principles of electromagnetic induction?

(i)

Nikola Tesla

(ii)

Isaac Newton

(iii)

Michael Faraday

(iv)

Albert Einstein
Q-19 Which of these animals is an amphibian?

(i)

Lizard

(ii)

Frog

(iii)

Snake

(iv)

Eagle
Q-20 Which among the following is NOT a folk dance of India?

(i)

Kathakali

(ii)

Garba

(iii)

Flamenco

(iv)

Bihu
Q-21 

Who wrote the Ashtadhyayi, the first work on Sanskrit grammar?

(i)

Patanjali

(ii)

Panini

(iii)

Bharavi

Q-22 

Who is known as the father of Hindi drama?

(i)

Premchand

(ii)

Jaishanker Prasad

(iii)

Bharat Muni

Q-23 

Who wrote ‘Abhigyan Shakuntalam’?

(i)

Valmiki

(ii)

Kalidasa

(iii)

Panini

Q-24 

The book ‘Arthashastra’ was written by ...

(i)

Kautilya

(ii)

Banabhatta

(iii)

Brahmabhatta

Q-25 

Which of these books was not written by Tulsidas ?

(i)

Ramcharitmanas

(ii)

Vinaya Patrika

(iii)

Vani Vinayaka

Chapter-5   Go Global
Q-1

Fill in Blanks 
Q-2

Answer these questions and discover more about our diverse and wonderful world.

1. Which is the highest capital-city in the world ?

2. In which country are the Galapagos Islands located ?

3. Which island country hosts the giant, flightless parrot called the Kakapo ?

4. Which is the largest land-locked country in the world ?

5. In which country is Adam’s Peak located ?

6. Which continent is also known as ‘the Last of the Lands’ ?

7. In Australia, what is a willy-willy ?

8. In which countries will you find the Patagonian ice cap ?

9. The name of this landmass means ‘Opposite to the Arctic’.

10. Which is the largest country in the Caribbean ?

11. Which is the highest waterfall in the world ?

12. Which Indian state is known as the ‘Land of Lamps’ ?

13. Who designed the city of New Delhi ?

14. Into which body of water does the Amazon River flow ?

15. Which river has a tributary called the Tungabhadra ?

16. Which river flows by the most number of national capitals ?

Q-3

There are many types of rules. Match them to their meanings :

A

B. Here are different governments. Match them to the right terms :

Q-4

Write the names of some famous people from the ancient times.

1. A Greek astronomer and geographer, his theory of the earth-centric universe was disproved by Copernicus. __________________

2. This king of ancient Babylon was famous for giving a ‘Code of Law’ to his subjects. ________________

3. A Greek mathematician and scientist, he is best known for his theorem. He is often referred to as ‘the Father of Numbers’. __________________

4. He was a Greek philosopher and Plato’s teacher. __________

5. He was the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity. He founded the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. ____________ .

6. A Roman dictator, he is considered to be one of the world’s greatest conquerors. The month of July is named after him. ___________

7. A Greek scientist and mathematician, he discovered the principle of fluid displacement. ___________

8. A Roman poet, he is best known for writing the Aeneid, which is regarded as ancient Rome’s national epic. ________

9. A Chinese teacher and philosopher, he taught the importance of self-discipline and respect for tradition in personal and public life. ___________

10. A Greek poet, he wrote the epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey. __________

Q-5

Write the names of the countries to which these leaders belong.

1. Narendra Modi ------------------

2. Mario Draghi -----------------

3. Angela Merkel ------------------

4. Scott Morrison -----------------

5. Joe Biden -----------------

6. Justin Trudeau -----------------

7. Fumio Kishida --------------------

8. Liz Truss -----------------

9. Benjamin Netanyahu -----------------

Q-6

Write the names of some famous people from the ancient times.

1. A Greek astronomer and geographer, his theory of the earth-centric universe was disproved by Copernicus. ___________ .

2. This king of ancient Babylon was famous for giving a ‘Code of Law’ to his subjects. _____________ .

3. A Greek mathematician and scientist, he is best known for his theorem. He is often referred to as ‘the Father of Numbers’. _____________ .

4. He was a Greek philosopher and Plato’s teacher. ___________ .

5. He was the first Roman emperor to convert to Christianity. He founded the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. ___________ .

6. A Roman dictator, he is considered to be one of the world’s greatest conquerors. The month of July is named after him. __________ .

7. A Greek scientist and mathematician, he discovered the principle of fluid displacement. _________

8. A Roman poet, he is best known for writing the Aeneid, which is regarded as ancient Rome’s national epic. _________ .

9. A Chinese teacher and philosopher, he taught the importance of self-discipline and respect for tradition in personal and public life. ______

10. A Greek poet, he wrote the epic poems, the Iliad and the Odyssey. ___________ .

Q-7

Write the names of the countries where they are found. 
Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 In which country is Sdok Kok Thom located?

(i)

Jordan

(ii)

Thailand

(iii)

Greece

(iv)

Russia
Q-2 The Parthenon is a famous structure found in which country?

(i)

Chile

(ii)

Greece

(iii)

Turkiye

(iv)

Russia
Q-3 The Rapa Nui National Park, known for its giant stone statues, is in which country?

(i)

Chile

(ii)

Thailand

(iii)

Russia

(iv)

Jordan
Q-4 What is the largest ocean in the world?

(i)

Atlantic Ocean

(ii)

Indian Ocean

(iii)

Arctic Ocean

(iv)

Pacific Ocean
Q-5 Which is the highest mountain range in the world?

(i)

Andes

(ii)

Alps

(iii)

Himalayas

(iv)

Rocky Mountains
Q-6 Which is the longest river in the world?

(i)

Amazon

(ii)

Ganges

(iii)

Yangtze

(iv)

Nile
Q-7 What is the name of the smallest country in the world?

(i)

Monaco

(ii)

Vatican City

(iii)

Liechtenstein

(iv)

San Marino
Q-8 Which is the brightest star visible from Earth (excluding the Sun)?

(i)

Polaris

(ii)

Betelgeuse

(iii)

Sirius

(iv)

Alpha Centauri
Q-9 Which country is home to the Galápagos Islands?

(i)

Australia

(ii)

Ecuador

(iii)

Brazil

(iv)

Madagascar
Q-10 Which is the largest landlocked country in the world?

(i)

Mongolia

(ii)

Chad

(iii)

Kazakhstan

(iv)

Bolivia
Q-11 What is a "willy-willy" in Australia?

(i)

A type of snake

(ii)

A strong windstorm

(iii)

A native bird

(iv)

A traditional dance
Q-12 What is the largest country in the Caribbean?

(i)

Jamaica

(ii)

Cuba

(iii)

Dominican Republic

(iv)

Haiti
Q-13 Which river flows through the most national capitals?

(i)

Amazon

(ii)

Danube

(iii)

Yangtze

(iv)

Mississippi
Q-14 Who designed the city of New Delhi?

(i)

Le Corbusier

(ii)

Edwin Lutyens

(iii)

Frank Lloyd Wright

(iv)

Charles Correa
Q-15 The Amazon River flows into which ocean?

(i)

Pacific Ocean

(ii)

Arctic Ocean

(iii)

Indian Ocean

(iv)

Atlantic Ocean
Q-16 Which epic is considered the longest in the world?

(i)

Odyssey

(ii)

Ramayana

(iii)

The Mahabharata

(iv)

Beowulf
Q-17 What type of government is ruled by a few individuals?

(i)

Monarchy

(ii)

Oligarchy

(iii)

Autocracy

(iv)

Anarchy
Q-18 Who was the Greek mathematician known for his famous theorem in geometry?

(i)

Archimedes

(ii)

Euclid

(iii)

Pythagoras

(iv)

Aristotle
Q-19 Which Roman dictator has a month named after him?

(i)

Augustus

(ii)

Julius Caesar

(iii)

Nero

(iv)

Constantine
Q-20 Who is the Prime Minister of Canada?

(i)

Justin Trudeau

(ii)

Scott Morrison

(iii)

Joe Biden

(iv)

Fumio Kishida
Chapter-6   Science & Technology
Q-1

Identify the symbols and write the full forms of the elements.

1. Pb -------------- .

2. Cu ------------- .

3. Ag -------------- .

4. Hg ------------- .

5. Sn ---------------- .

6. Au -------------- .

Q-2

It is the part of the language that is used by scientists in the context of their professional activities.
Q-3

Look at the pictures and name some of our famous nuclear scientists :

1. He won his battle with poverty, to become one of the country’s greatest astrophysicists. The Institute of Nuclear Physics, Kolkata, was established by him in 1947. He died in 1956. _____________

2. He founded the Bose Research Institute in Kolkata in 1915. Totally engrossed in his work, he never pursued fame. Though he was the first to study electric waves yet it was Marconi who got the credit. He invented the crescograph that measured the development of plants and came to the conclusion that plants also feel joy and pain like humans. He died in 1937 _____________

3. Known as the Father of Indian Space Research, he was involved in all projects–be it from the development of uranium for nuclear energy, the development of rockets and missiles and to the installation of nuclear power stations. The ISRO at Thumba, near Thiruvananthapuram, is named after him. He died in 1971. ________________

4. He is remembered for his role in Indian Nuclear Programme. He was the main force behind India’s first nuclear test at Pokhran in 1974. Along with the Tatas, he established the National Institute of Science, Bengaluru. He died in 2004. ________________

5. He was the first Indian scientist to win a Nobel Prize in Physics (in 1930), for his observations on the scattering of light. 28 February, the day he shared his observations with the world, is celebrated as National Science Day in India. He also did some outstanding research work on the veena and the violin. He died in 1970. ________________

Q-4

True or False

1. The virus that causes COVID-19 spreads primarily through respiratory droplets.

2. Antibiotics can prevent and treat COVID-19.

3. I should go to the emergency room for a test to make sure I don’t have COVID-19.

4. I should wear a mask to protect from getting COVID-19.

5. 5G mobile networks DO NOT spread COVID-19.

6. Wearing medical masks DOES NOT cause oxygen deficiency.

7. Nephritis is the inflammation of the kidneys.

8. The Ebola disease is named after a river in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

9. Tonsillitis is an infectious viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can cause temporary or permanent paralysis.

10. Mumps is an infectious viral disease causing swelling of the parotid salivary glands in the face.

Q-5

Write the correct letters to match the nutrients to their food items :
Q-6

Fill in the blanks.

1. ______________________ is the biggest of all the planets of the solar system.

2. ______________________ has water and atmosphere and is perhaps the only planet which has conditions suitable for life. It has one moon.

3. ______________________ is the hottest planet. It is named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty.

4. ______________________ is closest to the sun. This planet is named after the messenger of the Roman god.

5. ______________________ was the first planet which was discovered with a telescope.

6. ______________________ is a red planet, named after the Roman god of war.

7. ____________________ is named after the Roman god of the sea. It has eight satellites.

8. The Uranus rotates in ______________________ direction.

9. Our solar system has a diameter of ______________________ km.

10. ______________________ is named after the Roman god of farming. It is the second largest planet after Jupiter.

11. It is believed that our solar system was formed ______________ years ago.

12. _______________ now is not regarded as a plant any more. It is now called a dwarf planet. It was once regarded as the planet farthest from the sun.

Q-7

Name the element in each statement:

1. A deficiency of this leads to a disease called goitre. ................ .

2. A white-coloured element used in developing of photographic negatives. .................. .

3. Used for giving a white polish to costume jewellery. .............. .

4. Turns to liquid at room temperature, also known as quicksilver. ................... .

5. An orange-pink element used to make electrical wires and cables. ....................... .

6. Used in the process of galvanisation, while electroplating an iron object. .................. .

Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 Which branch of science deals with the study of birds?

(i)

Pharmacology

(ii)

Dermatology

(iii)

Ornithology

(iv)

Meteorology
Q-2 The scientific study of the moon is called:

(i)

Ophthalmology

(ii)

Selenology

(iii)

Ecology

(iv)

Anthropology
Q-3 Who is known as the Father of Indian Space Research?

(i)

C.V. Raman

(ii)

Homi Bhabha

(iii)

Vikram Sarabhai

(iv)

Jagadish Chandra Bose
Q-4 The first Indian scientist to win a Nobel Prize in Physics was:

(i)

Homi Bhabha

(ii)

C.V. Raman

(iii)

Jagadish Chandra Bose

(iv)

Meghnad Saha
Q-5 Which virus primarily spreads through respiratory droplets?

(i)

Ebola

(ii)

COVID-19

(iii)

Influenza

(iv)

Hepatitis B
Q-6 Which vitamin is essential for good vision?

(i)

Vitamin B12

(ii)

Vitamin D

(iii)

Vitamin A

(iv)

Vitamin C
Q-7 Which planet is the hottest in the solar system?

(i)

Mercury

(ii)

Venus

(iii)

Mars

(iv)

Jupiter
Q-8 Which planet has conditions suitable for life?

(i)

Mars

(ii)

Venus

(iii)

Earth

(iv)

Jupiter
Q-9 What is the chemical symbol for lead?

(i)

Ld

(ii)

Pb

(iii)

Pl

(iv)

Le
Q-10 The gas used for extinguishing fire is:

(i)

Oxygen

(ii)

Nitrogen

(iii)

Carbon dioxide

(iv)

Helium
Q-11 Which metal is always found in a free state in nature?

(i)

Gold

(ii)

Iron

(iii)

Zinc

(iv)

Copper
Q-12 Which vitamin helps in wound healing and strengthens the immune system?

(i)

Vitamin A

(ii)

Vitamin B12

(iii)

Vitamin C

(iv)

Vitamin D
Q-13 The first planet discovered with a telescope was:

(i)

Mercury

(ii)

Uranus

(iii)

Mars

(iv)

Venus
Q-14 Which programming language is commonly used for enhancing web pages?

(i)

Python

(ii)

Java

(iii)

C

(iv)

BASIC
Q-15 To copy a file from the Internet to your computer is called:

(i)

Uploading

(ii)

Browsing

(iii)

Downloading

(iv)

Streaming
Q-16 Which is the purest form of carbon?

(i)

Graphite

(ii)

Diamond

(iii)

Coal

(iv)

Charcoal
Q-17 What is the chemical name of Vitamin C?

(i)

Citric acid

(ii)

Ascorbic acid

(iii)

Oxalic acid

(iv)

Folic acid
Q-18 Which element is used in the process of galvanization?

(i)

Zinc

(ii)

Iron

(iii)

Copper

(iv)

Aluminum
Q-19 Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

(i)

Venus

(ii)

Mercury

(iii)

Mars

(iv)

Jupiter
Q-20 The Internet started as a US military project called:

(i)

Cablenet

(ii)

Arpanet

(iii)

Fishnet

(iv)

Usernet
Chapter-7   Life Skills, Values & Reasoning
Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 What is the core principle of non-violence?

(i)

Physical strength

(ii)

Avoiding harm to others

(iii)

Dominating others

(iv)

Ignoring problems
Q-2 Which of the following is NOT a benefit of non-violence?

(i)

Reducing anger and aggression

(ii)

Encouraging conflicts

(iii)

Promoting empathy

(iv)

Creating positive momentum
Q-3 How does non-violence help in mental well-being?

(i)

By increasing aggression

(ii)

By reducing stress and anger

(iii)

By avoiding responsibilities

(iv)

By isolating individuals
Q-4 Which of the following best describes peer pressure?

(i)

Encouragement to think independently

(ii)

Influence from peers to conform to behaviors and actions

(iii)

Learning from elders

(iv)

Personal decision-making without any influence
Q-5 Why do people often give in to peer pressure?

(i)

To avoid hurting others' feelings

(ii)

To be more independent

(iii)

To increase their knowledge

(iv)

To improve their leadership skills
Q-6 What is a positive impact of peer pressure?

(i)

Engaging in substance abuse

(ii)

Encouraging academic excellence

(iii)

Decreasing self-confidence

(iv)

Promoting bullying
Q-7 What is a negative effect of peer pressure?

(i)

Developing empathy

(ii)

Gaining emotional support

(iii)

Loss of individuality

(iv)

Learning new hobbies
Q-8 Which law was introduced in India to protect minors from sexual abuse?

(i)

POCSO Act 2012

(ii)

RTE Act 2009

(iii)

Juvenile Justice Act

(iv)

Cyber Crime Act
Q-9 What is analytical reasoning mainly about?

(i)

Memorization of facts

(ii)

Identifying patterns and solving problems

(iii)

Avoiding logical thinking

(iv)

Guessing without analysis
Q-10 If Anuj is twelfth from the right and fourth from the left, how many boys are there in total?

(i)

12

(ii)

16

(iii)

15

(iv)

20
Q-11 Raunak ranks eighteenth in a class of 49 students. What is his rank from the last?

(i)

31

(ii)

32

(iii)

33

(iv)

34
Q-12 Amrit is 7 ranks ahead of Gaurav, who is seventeenth from the last. What is Amrit’s rank from the start?

(i)

16

(ii)

15

(iii)

14

(iv)

13
Q-13 Namit is 8 ranks ahead of Divya, who is twenty-sixth in a class of 42. What is Namit’s rank from the last?

(i)

10

(ii)

8

(iii)

9

(iv)

7
Q-14 If N ranks fifth in a class, S is eighth from the last, and T is sixth after N, how many students are there in the class?

(i)

18

(ii)

19

(iii)

20

(iv)

21
Q-15 In a queue, A is eighteenth from the front, B is sixteenth from the back, and C is exactly in the middle of A and B. How many people are in the queue?

(i)

33

(ii)

34

(iii)

35

(iv)

36
Q-16 Which of the following is NOT an aspect of analytical reasoning?

(i)

Identifying patterns

(ii)

Solving problems logically

(iii)

Making decisions based on facts

(iv)

Relying on emotions
Q-17 How can peer pressure positively impact students?

(i)

By helping them develop better social skills

(ii)

By forcing them to follow bad habits

(iii)

By making them feel left out

(iv)

By increasing stress
Q-18 How can one resist negative peer pressure?

(i)

By avoiding all social interactions

(ii)

By thinking independently and making informed choices

(iii)

By following everything friends do

(iv)

By ignoring personal values
Q-19 What can be a consequence of negative peer pressure?

(i)

Increased self-confidence

(ii)

Engaging in harmful activities

(iii)

Learning new skills

(iv)

Forming better friendships
Q-20 Which of the following best describes the impact of non-violent movements?

(i)

They encourage peaceful resolutions to conflicts

(ii)

They promote physical fights

(iii)

They create more divisions in society

(iv)

They increase aggression among people
Chapter-8   Entrepreneurship
Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 What is a business model?

(i)

A legal document for a company

(ii)

A strategy for increasing employee salaries

(iii)

A plan for making a profit by selling products or services

(iv)

A marketing slogan
Q-2 Which of the following is NOT a key component of a business model?

(i)

The company’s target market

(ii)

The company’s mission statement

(iii)

The company’s expenses

(iv)

The company’s profit expectations
Q-3 In the retailer model, from whom does the retailer purchase products?

(i)

Customers

(ii)

Manufacturers or distributors

(iii)

Other retailers

(iv)

Government agencies
Q-4 Which business model charges a fixed fee for a specific service?

(i)

Retailer model

(ii)

Manufacturer model

(iii)

Fee-for-service model

(iv)

Subscription model
Q-5 Which of the following companies follows a subscription-based model?

(i)

Grocery store

(ii)

Netflix

(iii)

Furniture manufacturer

(iv)

Car dealership
Q-6 How does a business model help a company?

(i)

It assists in planning financial resources and strategies

(ii)

It guarantees immediate success in the market

(iii)

It removes the need for marketing efforts

(iv)

It reduces the importance of customer feedback
Q-7 What is the first stage of product development?

(i)

Concept development

(ii)

Idea generation

(iii)

Testing

(iv)

Launch
Q-8 What is the purpose of concept development?

(i)

To manufacture products

(ii)

To design advertisements

(iii)

To refine the product idea and define its features

(iv)

To launch the product in the market
Q-9 What is a prototype in product development?

(i)

A sample product created to test functionality

(ii)

A final version of the product

(iii)

A marketing campaign for a product

(iv)

A customer survey
Q-10 Why is testing an important stage of product development?

(i)

It helps in reducing production costs

(ii)

It identifies flaws and ensures product quality

(iii)

It replaces the need for a business model

(iv)

It eliminates customer feedback
Q-11 What happens during the production stage of product development?

(i)

The product is tested for quality

(ii)

The product is manufactured in large quantities

(iii)

The product is launched in the market

(iv)

The product is marketed through advertisements
Q-12 Why is product development important for a company?

(i)

It helps create products that meet customer needs

(ii)

It reduces competition

(iii)

It removes the need for advertising

(iv)

It guarantees a monopoly in the market
Q-13 What is the primary goal of marketing?

(i)

To produce high-quality products

(ii)

To promote and advertise a product or service

(iii)

To replace the sales process

(iv)

To determine employee salaries
Q-14 What is the first step in marketing?

(i)

Branding

(ii)

Advertising

(iii)

Market research

(iv)

Promotions
Q-15 How does branding help a company?

(i)

It helps customers recognize the company’s products

(ii)

It replaces the need for sales representatives

(iii)

It ensures the company has no competition

(iv)

It reduces production costs
Q-16 What is the role of sales in a business?

(i)

To design logos for the company

(ii)

To physically sell the product or service to customers

(iii)

To develop new products

(iv)

To analyze competitors' advertisements
Q-17 Why is customer interaction important in sales?

(i)

It helps in understanding customer needs and objections

(ii)

It eliminates the need for marketing

(iii)

It speeds up the production process

(iv)

It replaces the need for a business model
Q-18 Which of the following is NOT a sales strategy?

(i)

Approaching customers

(ii)

Demonstrating the product

(iii)

Conducting employee training

(iv)

Handling customer objections
Q-19 What is the final step in the sales process?

(i)

Market research

(ii)

Handling customer objections

(iii)

Closing the sale

(iv)

Advertising the product
Q-20 Why is marketing important for businesses?

(i)

It increases customer awareness and demand

(ii)

It guarantees instant profit

(iii)

It eliminates the need for sales representatives

(iv)

It reduces production costs
Chapter-9   Yoga Book
Multiple Choice Questions
Q-1 What is the primary benefit of yoga for children?

(i)

It helps them sleep longer

(ii)

It promotes strength, flexibility, and coordination

(iii)

It makes them win sports competitions

(iv)

It reduces their study time
Q-2 What does the word "Yoga" mean?

(i)

Meditation

(ii)

Exercise

(iii)

Union

(iv)

Strength
Q-3 Which of the following is NOT a benefit of yoga?

(i)

Enhancing flexibility

(ii)

Promoting mental clarity

(iii)

Increasing stress and anxiety

(iv)

Improving strength and stamina
Q-4 Which of the following is a type of Pranayama?

(i)

Trikonasana

(ii)

Paschimottanasana

(iii)

Anulom Vilom

(iv)

Salamba Sirsasana
Q-5 What is "Prana" in Pranayama?

(i)

A type of yoga pose

(ii)

A universal life force energy

(iii)

A breathing technique

(iv)

A type of meditation
Q-6 Which of the following is NOT a cause of high blood pressure?

(i)

Stress

(ii)

Excess salt in food

(iii)

Regular exercise

(iv)

Weight gain
Q-7 Which asana is useful for controlling blood pressure?

(i)

Baddha Konasana

(ii)

Salamba Sirsasana

(iii)

Paschimottanasana

(iv)

Shavasana
Q-8 What are "Tri Dosas" in yoga?

(i)

Three types of yoga poses

(ii)

Three types of breathing exercises

(iii)

Three impurities in the body

(iv)

Three steps of meditation
Q-9 When is the best time to practice Pranayama?

(i)

At night before sleeping

(ii)

In the afternoon after lunch

(iii)

In the morning after taking a bath

(iv)

Anytime after eating food
Q-10 Which yoga pose helps improve digestion?

(i)

Trikonasana

(ii)

Anulom Vilom

(iii)

Salamba Sirsasana

(iv)

Shavasana
Q-11 What is the purpose of Paschimottanasana?

(i)

It strengthens leg muscles

(ii)

It improves digestion and circulation

(iii)

It increases blood pressure

(iv)

It reduces body weight instantly
Q-12 Which of the following is NOT a cause of low blood pressure?

(i)

Dehydration

(ii)

Thyroid problems

(iii)

Exercise

(iv)

Low blood sugar
Q-13 What does Anulom Vilom help with?

(i)

Joint pain

(ii)

Respiratory diseases like asthma

(iii)

Strengthening leg muscles

(iv)

Increasing blood sugar
Q-14 Which asana is recommended for growing children to increase height?

(i)

Shavasana

(ii)

Paschimottanasana

(iii)

Trikonasana

(iv)

Salamba Sirsasana
Q-15 Which of the following benefits does Shavasana provide?

(i)

Helps in relaxation

(ii)

Increases blood pressure

(iii)

Reduces body flexibility

(iv)

Increases muscle tension
Q-16 What is the function of Agni in digestion according to yoga?

(i)

It burns fat

(ii)

It eliminates toxins and body waste

(iii)

It increases blood sugar

(iv)

It slows down metabolism
Q-17 How does breathing help in yoga?

(i)

It brings life force and removes toxins

(ii)

It only helps in meditation

(iii)

It reduces body flexibility

(iv)

It weakens the muscles
Q-18 What is the main benefit of Baddha Konasana?

(i)

It improves spinal flexibility

(ii)

It reduces back pain

(iii)

It stimulates the nervous and respiratory systems

(iv)

It increases body fat
Q-19 Which yoga practice helps balance the mind, body, and spirit?

(i)

Running

(ii)

Pranayama

(iii)

Weightlifting

(iv)

Competitive sports
Q-20 What does Salamba Sirsasana require for safe practice?

(i)

A soft blanket for cushioning

(ii)

A chair for support

(iii)

A rope for stability

(iv)

A belt to tie the legs