Question

Ashu is visiting a slum area as a part of his homework assignment. He reaches the place and observe that people are very poor and their living conditions are bad. He asks questions to residents and realizes that due to drought there is no food available to them and that people are hungry and children are under nourished. Ashu promises them that he will try to help and next day bring food and other amenities along with his friends.

(a) Do you think food is responsible for some of consequences faced by villagers?

(b) Why do all living organisms require food?

(c) Name the condition which arises due to lack of food or undernourishment.

(d) What values can you observe in Ashu?

Answer 1

Part (a):

1. Food comes from different sources.
2. It is the source of energy for the living beings.
3. All living beings have different requirements depending upon region, habitat, climate, availability etc.
4. Yes, without food there is no energy in people and their body cannot fight against infections.

Part (b):

1. Food is required because it gives us energy to carry out all life processes.
2. It helps in the growth and maintenance of the body.

Part (c):

1. Malnutrition is defined as the lack of sufficient nutrients in the body.
2. It occurs when the body doesn't get enough nutrients.
3. Symptoms of malnutrition are fatigue, dizziness and weight loss.
4. It can result in physical or mental disability if untreated.

Part (d):

1. Ashu is sincere, caring and a helpful boy.
2. He is eager to provide his support and encourages his friends in helping him to help villagers.