AP 4th EVS Workbook Answers
5. Eat Together
Worksheet 1 (Page 129)
Concept: Vana Bhojanam and Mid-Day Meal
Worksheet 1 Continued (Page 130)
II. Observe the mind map and answer the following questions.
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1. What do children develop by sitting and eating together during the Mid-day Meal?
Children develop friendship, sharing nature, cooperation, and strong bonds with one another by sitting and eating together.
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2. Who helps to cook the food during 'Vana Bhojanam'?
Family members, relatives, friends, and villagers collectively help and participate in cooking food during Vana Bhojanam.
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3. Why are 'Ragi malt' or a variety menus provided in schools?
They are provided to supply essential nutrients, vitamins, and minerals to children, preventing weakness and keeping them energetic throughout the day.
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4. What good habits should be followed after eating in Vana Bhojanam?
We should clean up the surroundings, avoid throwing waste or food leftovers in the open, and dispose of garbage properly in dustbins.
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5. How does 'Eating Together' help us emotionally?
Eating together gives immense joy, reduces stress, strengthens emotional affection, and creates happy memories.
III. Match the following.
| Column A | Ans | Column B |
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| 1) Ragi malt | ( B ) | A. Eating together in a garden |
| 2) Mid-Day Meal | ( C ) | B. Gives instant energy |
| 3) Vana Bhojanam | ( A ) | C. School lunch programme |
| 4) Cleaning the area | ( E ) | D. Healthy nutrients |
| 5) Vegetables and curry leaves | ( D ) | E. Protects environment |
Worksheet 1 Continued (Page 131)
IV. Multiple Choice Questions.
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1. If a child feels weak in the class, which drink in the school menu is most helpful? [ ]
Answer: B) Ragi malt
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2. Which habit is most important during Vana Bhojanam? [ ]
Answer: B) Cleaning the place after eating
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3. Why does the menu change every day in Mid-Day Meal? [ ]
Answer: B) To give different nutrients
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4. If a child leaves vegetables on the plate, what is the main problem? [ ]
Answer: B) Loss of nutrients
V. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Write any two benefits of mid-day meals.
1. It provides nutritious and balanced food that supports the healthy growth of students.
2. It encourages regular school attendance and promotes unity among children. -
2. Mention any two occasions when people eat together.
1. Festivals like Sankranthi and weddings.
2. Family picnics, birthday celebrations, and community Vana Bhojanam. -
3. Do you agree that ragi malt is good for health? Give reasons.
Yes, I agree because ragi malt is rich in calcium, iron, and fiber, which strengthen our bones and provide instant energy.
Worksheet 1 Continued (Page 132)
VI. Answer the following questions in four or five sentences.
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1. Your school provides rice, dal, and cooked vegetables for Mid-Day Meal. How does this help you stay active?
Rice provides carbohydrates for energy, dal supplies proteins for muscle development, and vegetables provide vital vitamins and minerals that protect our body from diseases. This balanced diet keeps us energized, alert, and active in both studies and games.
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2. In some schools, children waste food during mid-day meals. Analyse the situation and suggest steps to avoid food wastage and develop good habits.
Food wastage happens when children take more food than required or discard vegetables. To prevent this, children should be served only what they can consume and taught the value of food and hard work of farmers. Teachers should monitor dining and encourage finishing all items on the plate, including vegetables.
Worksheet 2 (Page 133)
Concept: Food Habits - Vegetarian & Non-Vegetarian
II. True (T) or False (F).
| Statement | Ans |
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| 1. All people have the same food habits. | False |
| 2. Vegetarians eat vegetables, fruits and grains. | True |
| 3. Protein helps build our body. | True |
| 4. Wasting food is a good habit. | False |
| 5. We should respect others' food habits. | True |
Worksheet 2 Continued (Page 134)
III. Read the following paragraph and answer the following questions.
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1. What foods do non-vegetarians eat?
Non-vegetarians eat meat, fish, chicken, and eggs along with plant-based foods and dairy products.
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2. Why is protein important for our body?
Protein is essential for building muscle tissues, repairing cells, and supporting body growth.
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3. Write one good habit mentioned in the paragraph.
Washing hands thoroughly before and after every meal is a good habit.
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4. How should we treat other people's food habits?
We should always respect other people's food preferences without criticizing them.
IV. Multiple Choice Questions.
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1. Which of the following people are called vegetarians? [ ]
Answer: B) People who eat plant-based food and dairy products
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2. Non-vegetarian food is useful because it: [ ]
Answer: B) gives more protein
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3. Which of the following is a good food habit? [ ]
Answer: C) Eating clean and fresh food
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4. Which food should always be fresh and well cooked? [ ]
Answer: C) Non-vegetarian food
Worksheet 2 Continued (Page 135)
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5. Respecting other people's food habits shows: [ ]
Answer: B) good manners
V. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Write the names of any two dairy products.
Curd and butter (or ghee and cheese).
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2. Why should we wash hands before eating food? Why should food be covered and kept safely?
Washing hands removes germs and dirt, preventing illness. Covering food prevents houseflies, insects, and dust from contaminating our meals.
VI. Answer the following question in four or five sentences.
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1. Write four differences between vegetarian and non-vegetarian food habits.
1. Vegetarians eat plant-based foods like vegetables, grains, fruits, and dairy products.
2. Non-vegetarians eat meat, fish, chicken, and eggs in addition to plant foods.
3. Vegetarian diets are naturally rich in dietary fiber and vitamins.
4. Non-vegetarian diets are rich in animal protein and essential minerals.
Worksheet 3 (Page 136)
Concept: Food is Valuable
II. Match the following.
| Column A | Ans | Column B |
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| 1) Farmer | ( B ) | A. Sells food items |
| 2) Mill worker | ( C ) | B. Grows crops |
| 3) Vendor | ( A ) | C. Grinds grains |
| 4) Leftover food | ( E ) | D. Improves soil |
| 5) Manure | ( D ) | E. Buried in pit |
Worksheet 3 Continued (Page 137)
III. Read the following paragraph and answer the given multiple choice questions.
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1. Food reaches our home through the combined effort of: [ ]
Answer: B) many workers
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2. Food is wasted mostly at: [ ]
Answer: C) social gatherings
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3. Buried leftover food becomes: [ ]
Answer: B) manure
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4. Manure is useful because it: [ ]
Answer: B) improves soil quality
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5. According to the paragraph, every grain is: [ ]
Answer: C) precious
IV. True (T) or False (F).
| Statement | Ans |
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| 1. Food wastage happens only at home. | False |
| 2. Vegetables should be eaten to stay healthy. | True |
| 3. Leftover food can be useful for plants. | True |
| 4. We do not need farmers to get food. | False |
| 5. Food should be respected and not wasted. | True |
V. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Why should we not waste food?
Every grain of food is produced through the hard work of farmers and workers. Wasting food is disrespectful, especially when many needy people do not get enough food to eat.
Worksheet 3 Continued (Page 138)
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2. Write any two professions involved in food production.
1. Farmers
2. Mill workers
VI. Answer the following questions in four or five sentences.
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1. Write four ways to avoid food wastage at home and functions.
1. Take only required portions of food onto your plate.
2. Plan menus accurately based on the number of guests.
3. Distribute extra, untouched food to orphanages or needy people.
4. Convert leftover kitchen waste into organic compost/manure. -
2. Why should we thank farmers and food workers?
Farmers toil day and night in all seasons to cultivate crops. Mill workers, transporters, and vendors work tirelessly to process and bring food to our homes. Without their dedicated efforts, we would not have meals on our table.
Worksheet 4 (Page 139)
Concept: Say 'No' to Plastic - Reuse of Plastic
II. Match the following.
| Column A | Ans | Column B |
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| 1) Plastic burning | ( D ) | A. Soil pollution |
| 2) Plastic waste | ( A ) | B. Safe to use |
| 3) Cloth bag | ( E ) | C. Pen stand |
| 4) Steel glass | ( B ) | D. Air pollution |
| 5) Plastic bottle reuse | ( C ) | E. Eco-friendly |
Worksheet 4 Continued (Page 140)
III. Read the following paragraph and answer the given questions.
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1. What problems are caused by using and burning plastic in this situation?
Burning plastic releases toxic smoke causing severe air pollution, and discarded plastic litters the soil and threatens animals' lives.
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2. How does plastic waste affect animals and the environment?
Animals eat plastic covers along with leftover food and die due to intestinal blockage. Plastic does not degrade and degrades soil and water quality.
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3. What steps would you suggest to reduce plastic usage in such functions?
We should strictly ban single-use plastic plates and glasses and use traditional banana leaves, areca nut plates, and steel utensils.
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4. Which eco-friendly alternatives can be used instead of plastic?
Cloth bags, jute bags, banana/leaf plates, paper cups, and stainless steel utensils.
IV. Multiple Choice Questions.
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1. Food is served in plastic plates at a marriage function. What problem may this cause? [ ]
Answer: B) Plastic particles may enter our body
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2. A cow eats food along with plastic covers. What may happen to the cow? [ ]
Answer: B) It becomes sick
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3. People burn plastic waste near houses. What is the result of this action? [ ]
Answer: B) Air pollution
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4. Which is the best alternative to plastic bags? [ ]
Answer: B) Cloth bag
Worksheet 4 Continued (Page 141 - 142)
V. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Is it good to use plastic plates at parties? Why or why not?
No, it is not good. Hot food served in plastic plates causes chemical leaching which harms our health and creates non-biodegradable waste.
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2. What happens when plastic waste is burned?
Burning plastic releases harmful toxic gases into the atmosphere, causing breathing problems, lung diseases, and air pollution.
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3. How does reusing plastic help us and the environment?
Reusing plastic reduces new plastic production, decreases trash in landfills, and protects animals and nature from pollution.
VI. Answer the following questions in five or six sentences.
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1. Your teacher asked the class to say "No to Plastic" and showed pictures of cloth bags, steel bottles, and leaf plates. Explain why we should avoid plastic and what alternatives we can use in daily life.
Plastic takes hundreds of years to decompose, pollutes soil and oceans, and harms living beings. We can easily replace single-use plastic by carrying cloth or jute bags for shopping, using stainless steel water bottles, and serving food on biodegradable leaf plates.
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2. Plastic bags are used to carry food. How can this harm our health and environment?
When hot or oily food is packed in thin plastic covers, hazardous chemicals mix into the food and can cause health issues. Discarded bags choke drainage pipes, prevent rainwater percolation into the soil, and kill grazing cattle when swallowed.
Worksheet 5 (Page 143)
Concept: Say 'No' to Junk food
II. Fill in the blanks with the given answers.
- 1. Chips, burgers and pizza are called junk food.
- 2. Junk food contains more oil, salt and sugar.
- 3. Eating junk food every day makes us feel tired.
- 4. Soft drinks are unhealthy for our health.
- 5. We should eat fresh and home-made food.
Worksheet 5 Continued (Page 144)
III. Read the dialogue and answer the multiple choice questions.
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1. Who called Arun first in the story? [ ]
Answer: B) Junk food
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2. How did junk food describe itself? [ ]
Answer: B) Tasty and spicy
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3. What happens if Arun eats junk food every day? [ ]
Answer: C) He will get a stomach ache
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4. Why did Arun choose home-made food? [ ]
Answer: D) Because he wants to be strong
Worksheet 5 Continued (Page 145 - 146)
IV. Match the following.
| Column A | Ans | Column B |
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| 1) Junk food | ( E ) | A. Good for health |
| 2) Healthy food | ( D ) | B. Rich in sugar |
| 3) Soft drinks | ( B ) | C. Fresh and clean |
| 4) Home-made food | ( C ) | D. Gives us strength |
| 5) Eating vegetables | ( A ) | E. Chips and pizza |
V. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Why should we not eat too much junk food?
Junk food contains excess oils, salts, and sugars with zero nutrients, leading to stomach aches, obesity, and lethargy.
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2. Write some healthy foods you eat at home.
Steamed rice, dal, leafy vegetable curries, curd, fresh fruits, and ragi malt.
VI. Answer the following questions in four or five sentences.
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1. Create a 'healthy lunch box plan' with any three food items. Write any two reasons why you choose them.
Healthy Lunch Box Plan:
1. Lemon Rice / Vegetable Pulao
2. Boiled Egg / Sprouted Moong Dal
3. Fresh Fruit (Apple or Guava)
Reasons:
• It provides balanced carbohydrates and proteins to keep us energetic throughout the day.
• It contains natural vitamins and dietary fiber that aid digestion. -
2. Explain why soft drinks are not good for health.
Soft drinks contain very high amounts of artificial sugars, chemical preservatives, and zero nutrition. Regular consumption leads to dental damage, weak bones, digestive disorders, and childhood obesity.
Assessment (Page 147)
I. Multiple Choice Questions.
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1. During Vana Bhojanam, the villagers cleaned the place before leaving. This shows: [ ]
Answer: B) Responsibility
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2. Raju leaves vegetables in his mid-day meal plate every day. This is: [ ]
Answer: C) Food wastage
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3. A function uses steel plates instead of plastic plates. This is good because: [ ]
Answer: B) Steel reduces pollution
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4. Meena chooses fruits instead of chips for lunch. This helps her to: [ ]
Answer: B) Stay healthy and active
II. Answer the following questions in two or three sentences.
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1. Why should we not waste food?
Food is produced through the hard work of farmers and workers. Since food is precious and essential for survival, it should be respected and never wasted.
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2. How does mid-day meal help children?
It provides wholesome, hot, nutritious meals every day, helping children grow strong, stay healthy, and focus on their learning.
Assessment Continued (Page 148 - 149)
III. Answer the following questions in four or five sentences.
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1. Arun eats junk food daily and feels tired. Explain the reason. Suggest two changes in his food habits.
Junk food lacks essential vitamins and proteins, making the body sluggish and fatigued.
Two suggested changes:
1. Replace deep-fried snacks with fresh seasonal fruits and roasted nuts.
2. Consume fresh home-cooked meals including vegetables, dal, and ragi malt daily. -
2. At a party, many people throw away leftover food. What problems can this cause? How can it be avoided?
Throwing away food generates foul odors, attracts pests, and wastes resources. This can be avoided by taking only required food onto the plate, using buffet counters with portion control, and donating clean leftovers to charity.
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3. Some children skip breakfast and feel dull in class. Why is breakfast important? Explain.
Breakfast breaks the overnight fast and supplies the initial glucose and energy required for brain activity and physical endurance. Skipping breakfast leads to headaches, tiredness, and poor concentration during class.
IV. Answer the following questions in five or six sentences.
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1. Your school celebrates a food festival. Some students use plastic plates, waste food, and eat junk food.
a) Identify the wrong practices:
Using disposable plastic plates and cups, leaving food on plates, and consuming unhealthy junk foods.
b) Explain their effects on health and environment:
Plastic causes long-term soil and air pollution, and eating junk food harms digestion and overall health. Discarded food creates foul smells and breeds disease-causing flies.
c) Suggest better practices to follow:
Use steel or leaf plates, take only the amount of food that can be eaten, serve only wholesome traditional recipes, and ensure the eating area is left clean.
