NCERT Class 6 English Poorvi Chapter 9 Question Answer Spices that Heal Us

Let us do these activities before we read. (Page 93)

Question 1:
A spice is any part of a plant used to give taste and color to our food. Try to recall the names of three spices that are used for cooking in your home. Write them below and share your answers with your teacher.

Answer:
(a) Coriander
(b) Cardamom
(c) Turmeric

Let us think and reflect (Page 95)

Question 1:
Read the lines and answer the following questions.
‘When I was a child, I learned them from my grandmother. She used to find cures for most of the weather-related common illnesses in the kitchen.’

(a) Where exactly in the kitchen did her grandmother find the cures?
Answer:
Grandmother found the cures in the kitchen, using spices.

(b) Give one example of weather-related common illnesses.
Answer:
Cough and cold.

(c) What kind of relationship did the speaker have with her grandmother?
Answer:
The speaker had a loving and close relationship with her grandmother.

Question 2:
Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence.
Daadi soaked methi seeds overnight and drank the water in the morning to manage __________ and __________.

Answer:
Daadi soaked methi seeds overnight and drank the water in the morning to manage sugar levels and body weight.

Question 3:
Circle 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

Question 4:
Why did Daadi ask Vikram and Vaibhavi to share the natural cures with their friends?
Answer:
Daadi wanted Vikram and Vaibhavi to share the cures with their friends so everyone could benefit from them.

Question 5:
What was Daadi’s final advice to Vikram and Vaibhavi?
Answer:
Daadi advised them to go into the kitchen and search for the herbs and seeds she mentioned, and to use them carefully under the guidance of an elderly person.

Question 6:
How do we know that natural cures are passed from one generation to another?
Answer:
Daadi learned these cures from her parents and grandparents and is now teaching them to the younger generation.

Question 7:
Why do you think we should know about the healing properties of spices?
Answer:
We should know about the healing properties of spices because they are natural, easy to use, and can help in curing common illnesses without side effects.

Let us learn (Page 96)

Question 1:
You have read the uses of spices in the letter. Complete the following table with the help of your teacher.

Question 2:
Read the sentences given below.

(a) The words given in Column A are helping verbs. Match the helping verbs in Column A with their functions in Column B.

Answer:

(b) Complete the following dialogues with any four modals from the table given above.

Ajay: Anand had a fever last week. He (i) _____________ take good rest.
Suman: Yes, he (ii) _____________ or he will fall ill again.
Ajay: He (iii) _____________ take grandmother’s natural cures.
Suman: Yes, we (iv) _____________ remember how effective they are.

Answer:
Ajay: Anand had a fever last week. He (i) should take a good rest.
Suman: Yes, he (ii) must or he will fall ill again.
Ajay: He (iii) can take grandmother’s natural cures.
Suman: Yes, we (iv) need to remember how effective they are.

Let us listen (Page 98)

The Wonder Herb

• Name: Tulsi
• Family: Basil family
• First found in: North Central India
• Now found: Everywhere in India
• Known as: The Queen of Herbs
• Can decrease levels of: Glucose and cholesterol
• Used to treat: Breathing and digestion disorders
• Used to make: Mouthwash and herbal toothpaste
• We can have Tulsi leaves by: Eating them raw or adding them while making tea

Let us speak (Page 98)

Question 1:
Daadi told Vikram and Vaibhavi about many spices. Choose one spice and introduce yourself as that spice to the class.

Answer:
Hello Everyone!
I am Turmeric, known as Haldi. I come from the root of the Curcuma longa plant and I’m bright yellow. I have a bitter and earthy taste.
I am not just used for cooking; I’m a wonder spice with many health benefits! I help improve energy, digestion, and I am great for reducing body pain. I’m also used in beauty products.
I am proud to be part of your kitchen and your health routine!
Thank you!

Question 2:
Make a spicy headband for the spice you chose.

Answer:

1. Cut strips of paper and join the ends to fit your head.
2. Make a small card with a picture of turmeric and attach it to the headband.
3. Wear the headband and introduce yourself as turmeric.

Let us write (Page 99)

Question 1:
Vikram’s grandmother shared two natural cures for his cough in her letter. Help Vikram complete the natural cures.

Answer:
(a) To prepare this home remedy, you just need ginger and honey. First, take some basil leaves, grate it, and take the juice. Add two teaspoons of juice to two and a half teaspoons of honey. Warm the mixture on low heat for a minute. Have it 3-4 times a day for relief from the cough. It might take some time to show results.

(b) To prepare the second home remedy, take 10 grams each of long pepper, dried ginger, and basil leaves. Add 4-6 small cardamoms and grind them to get a fine powder. Mix this powder with honey and take it for cough relief.

Question 2:
Write a short paragraph on Tulsi based on the completed factsheet.

Answer:
Tulsi is known as the Queen of Herbs and is very useful for health. It can help treat cough, cold, and fever at home. It also helps improve digestion and reduce stress.

Let us explore (Page 100)

Question 1:
Guess the spices based on the riddles below.

Answer:
(a) Heeng
(b) Ginger

Question 2:
Complete the riddle below and write one of your own.

Answer:
(a) Brownish- Methi in color,
and bitter to taste,
I help everyone,
to lose weight.
Who am I?
Answer: Fenugreek (Methi)

(b) I am yellow and brown
I am hard, useful in curing
aches and pains, used as an antiseptic.
Who am I?
Answer: Turmeric

Question 3:
Close your eyes and learn about spices by smelling and feeling them.

Answer:

• Turmeric:
  • Smell: Warm, earthy, and pungent.
  • Feel: Fine powder, rough texture.
• Fenugreek:
  • Smell: Strong, sweet, and nutty.
  • Feel: Small, hard, rough seeds.
• Cinnamon:
  • Smell: Sweet, woody, and spicy.
  • Feel: Hard sticks with rough texture.
• Clove:
  • Smell: Strong, sweet, and spicy.
  • Feel: Small, hard, and rough.
• Black Pepper:
  • Smell: Sharp, pungent, woody.
  • Feel: Small, hard, round, rough texture.
• Cardamom:
  • Smell: Sweet, floral, slightly spicy.
  • Feel: Smooth, firm pods with slight give.