Chapter 12 A Way of Life Text Book Solutions

Let us do these activities before we read (Page no. 122)

Q1. What do you know about yoga? Discuss in pairs and share with the whole class.

Ans: Yoga is an ancient practice that originated in India. It involves physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. Yoga helps in increasing flexibility, strength, and relaxation.

Q2. What is 21st June known for? What do we do on this day?

Ans: 21st June is known as International Yoga Day. On this day, people all over the world participate in yoga sessions to celebrate and promote the benefits of yoga.

Q3. List as many words you know related to yoga. Share them with your classmates.

Ans: Asana, Pranayama, Meditation, Flexibility, Balance, Relaxation, Strength, Harmony, Mindfulness, Wellness

Let us Discuss (Page no. 124)

Q1. Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box.

sleep 
lifestyle 
health 
strength 
calm 
stress 
balance 

Ans:

Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but also improves mental (i) strength and leads to a healthier (ii) lifestyle. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) health. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) balance and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind (v) calm, lessens (vi) stress, and improves the quality of (vii) sleep. This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.

Let us think and reflect (Page no. 125)

Q1. What is the aim of yoga?

Ans: The aim of yoga is to create a balance between the mind and body, achieve harmony between human and nature, and promote overall health and well-being by quieting the mind and freeing it from distractions.

Q2. Explain the idea of unity in yoga.

Ans: The idea of unity in yoga involves the integration of mind and body, thought and action, and achieving harmony between the individual and the environment. It symbolizes the joining of physical, mental, and spiritual practices to create a holistic approach to health.

Q3. What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?

Ans: The launch of the WHO mYoga app highlights the global recognition of the benefits of yoga. It indicates that yoga is valued for its ability to improve physical and mental health and that there is an international effort to make yoga accessible to people worldwide.

Q4. Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person’s qualities.

Ans: One long-term effect of practicing yoga is increased mindfulness. Regular yoga practice can enhance a person’s awareness, leading to better focus, emotional regulation, and a greater sense of inner peace and resilience in the face of challenges.

Let us learn (Page no. 125)

Q1. Let us play the game of Antakshari. The first word is ‘yoga’. The next word must then begin with the letter ‘a’. This activity will go on and the whole class will participate and will write the words on the blackboard. How many new words have you learnt?

Ans:

1. 
   Yoga
   
2. 
   Asana
   
3. 
   Namaste
   
4. 
   Exercise
   
5. 
   Energy
   
6. 
   Relaxation
   

Q2. Make as many words as you can using the letters shown. Use the letter ‘A’ in all the words that you make.

Ans:

1. 
   Asana
   
2. 
   Amazing
   
3. 
   Animal
   
4. 
   Alphabet
   
5. 
   Arrange
   
6. 
   Balance
   
7. 
   Calm
   
8. 
   Dance
   

Let us listen (Page no. 125)

Q1. You will listen to a girl talk about practicing yoga. As you listen, select four true statements from the sentences given in the table.

Statements:

1. 
   The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises. T
   
2. 
   Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago. F
   
3. 
   The girl practises some easy yoga exercises with her grandfather. T
   
4. 
   The girl practises breathing exercises to relax. T
   
5. 
   Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals. F
   
6. 
   Her grandfather’s regular yoga practice has kept him strong. T
   
7. 
   The girl wishes to learn asanas over the weekend. T
   

Let us speak (Page no. 126)

Q1. Participate in groups of four to share your ‘yoga thoughts’.

Ans:

If you have tried yoga:

• 
  I practice yoga because it helps me relax and stay fit.
  
• 
  My favorite thing about yoga is the feeling of calmness it brings.
  
• 
  I feel rejuvenated after a yoga session because it helps release stress.
  
• 
  The one thing in yoga that I want to practice is meditation because it helps in calming the mind, reducing stress, and improving focus and mental clarity. 
  

If you have not tried yoga yet:

• 
  I wish to practice yoga because I want to improve my flexibility and mental health.
  
• 
  I hope that once I begin practicing yoga, I will feel more relaxed and focused.
  
• 
  The kind of exercise I want to try in yoga is meditation because it helps in calming the mind.
  

Let us write (Page no. 127)

Write a short paragraph on ‘The Benefits of Yoga’. You may use the following sentence starters along with your own ideas to create the paragraph.

Ans.

Opening line: Yoga is important because it promotes overall health and well-being.

Supporting ideas:

• 
  One benefit of yoga that interests me is its ability to reduce stress.
  
• 
  Practicing yoga can help people improve their physical fitness and mental clarity.
  
• 
  A popular yoga pose is the Downward Dog because it stretches multiple muscle groups.
  
• 
  Yoga is not just physical exercise; it also includes mental and spiritual practices.
  

Concluding line: Finally, yoga can be a great way to maintain a healthy lifestyle and achieve inner peace.