Health and Hygiene
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Balanced Diet and Nutrients
SubtopicBalanced Diet and Nutrients under Health and Hygiene for Grade 6 ICSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
Vitamins and minerals are required by our body in:
A.Large quantities
B.Small quantities
C.Zero quantity
D.Only when we are sick
- 2.
Which nutrient is tested using a mixture of Copper Sulphate and Caustic Soda?
A.Starch
B.Sugar
C.Protein
D.Fats
- 3.
Which of these is a rich source of plant-based fat?
A.Butter
B.Groundnut
C.Cheese
D.Egg yolk
- 4.
What is the main source of energy for most living organisms?
A.Proteins
B.Vitamins
C.Carbohydrates
D.Minerals
- 5.
Vitamins are organic compounds required in small amounts for healthy body functions. They are categorized based on their solubility as shown in the flowchart. Which vitamin correctly replaces the label 'Vitamin X' in the water-soluble category?
A.Vitamin D
B.Vitamin K
C.Vitamin C
D.Vitamin E
- 6.
Eating too much of fat-rich foods can lead to a condition called:
A.Anemia
B.Obesity
C.Scurvy
D.Marasmus
- 7.
Which of these is a symptom of Kwashiorkor?
A.Extreme thinness
B.Pot-belly and swollen legs
C.Bent backbone
D.Loose skin folds
- 8.
What is the primary function of Vitamin E in the human body?
A.It helps in the formation of bones.
B.It acts as an antioxidant and protects cell membranes.
C.It is necessary for the clotting of blood.
D.It helps in the absorption of iron.
- 9.
Why is the excessive consumption of fried foods like samosas and chips harmful to health?
A.They lack the carbon atoms needed for energy.
B.They lead to the deposition of cholesterol in blood vessels.
C.They cause the destruction of the stomach lining.
D.They prevent the absorption of water in the large intestine.
- 10.
A diet that contains all the principal constituents of food in appropriate proportions to meet the requirements of the body is called a:
A.Enriched Diet
B.Balanced Diet
C.Supplementary Diet
D.Nutritious Diet
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Communicable and Non-communicable Diseases
SubtopicCommunicable and Non-communicable Diseases under Health and Hygiene for Grade 6 ICSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
What is the best way to keep the air inside our homes fresh and germ-free?
A.Keeping all windows closed
B.Proper ventilation and sunlight
C.Using heavy curtains
D.Using air fresheners only
- 2.
Drinking plenty of clean, boiled water is most effective in preventing:
A.Night blindness
B.Anaemia
C.Water-borne diseases like Typhoid
D.Rickets
- 3.
Which of these is a fungal disease affecting the skin between the toes?
A.Malaria
B.Athlete's foot
C.Scurvy
D.Cholera
- 4.
Which of the following helps in the clotting of blood?
A.Vitamin A
B.Vitamin D
C.Vitamin K
D.Vitamin E
- 5.
Based on the pathway shown in the diagram, which disease is typically transmitted through bacteria entering the body via deep cuts and is characterized by severe muscle stiffness known as 'lockjaw'?
A.Tuberculosis
B.Tetanus
C.Malaria
D.Ringworm
- 6.
The lack of which mineral causes the blood to lose its ability to carry enough oxygen to the body parts?
A.Calcium
B.Iron
C.Iodine
D.Phosphorus
- 7.
Which of these is NOT a nutrient-deficiency disease?
A.Night blindness
B.Beri-beri
C.Influenza
D.Goitre
- 8.
Which of these is a hereditary non-communicable disease passed from parents to offspring?
A.Hemophilia
B.Scurvy
C.Cholera
D.Malaria
- 9.
Which of the following is a primary symptom of Anemia?
A.General weakness and pale skin color
B.Swelling of the joints and difficulty walking
C.High fever with rashes on the body
D.Inability to see in the dark
- 10.
How does the 'Common Cold' differ from 'Pneumonia' in terms of the body part affected?
A.Common Cold affects the upper respiratory tract; Pneumonia affects the alveoli of the lungs.
B.Common Cold affects the heart; Pneumonia affects the throat.
C.Common Cold is a bone disease; Pneumonia is a blood disease.
D.Common Cold affects the skin; Pneumonia affects the stomach.
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Personal Hygiene and Cleanliness
SubtopicPersonal Hygiene and Cleanliness under Health and Hygiene for Grade 6 ICSE.
Preview questions (no answers)
- 1.
What is the best habit to follow when you finish using a tissue?
A.Drop it on the floor
B.Put it back in your pocket
C.Dispose of it in a dustbin
D.Leave it on the table
- 2.
Why should we avoid wearing very tight clothes?
A.They are very cheap
B.They can restrict movement and cause skin irritation
C.They make us look taller
D.They never get dirty
- 3.
Which of these is a sign of good dental hygiene?
A.Bleeding gums
B.Yellow teeth with cavities
C.Clean, white teeth and pink gums
D.Bad breath every morning
- 4.
How does sunlight help in maintaining cleanliness in our homes?
A.It makes the furniture look old
B.It helps in killing certain types of germs
C.It makes the room dark
D.It helps in growing mold
- 5.
Which of the following describes the proper way to maintain 'Eye Hygiene'?
A.Rubbing the eyes vigorously with dry hands if they itch.
B.Splashing eyes with clean, cold water and avoiding touching them with dirty hands.
C.Using any available cloth to wipe the eyes.
D.Applying strong perfumes near the eyes to kill germs.
- 6.
What is the main hygienic disadvantage of using 'Public Hand Towels' in restrooms?
A.They are often too small to dry hands completely.
B.They can harbor and transfer germs from one person's hands to another.
C.They take too long to dry after use.
D.They are usually made of low-quality fabric.
- 7.
Why is 'Personal Hygiene' considered the first line of defense against infectious diseases?
A.It makes the body look more attractive to others.
B.It physically removes or kills pathogens before they can enter the body.
C.It replaces the need for a healthy diet.
D.It is the only way to get vitamins from the environment.
- 8.
What is the function of the 'Epiglottis' in terms of maintaining the hygiene of the respiratory tract during eating?
A.It filters the air entering the lungs
B.It prevents food particles from entering the windpipe (trachea)
C.It produces mucus to trap dust
D.It helps in the mechanical breakdown of food
- 9.
Why is it important to wash fruits and vegetables even if they look clean?
A.To make them look shiny for the table
B.To remove residual pesticides, fertilizers, and pathogenic microbes from the surface
C.To increase their nutritional value by adding water
D.To prevent them from ripening too quickly
- 10.
Which biological agent is responsible for 'Ringworm', a common hygiene-related skin infection?
A.A microscopic worm
B.A fungus
C.A virus
D.A bacterium
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