Yoga—A Way of Life
Class 6 · English · 10 Questions
What is 21st June known for? What do we do on this day?
List as many words you know related to yoga. Share them with your classmates.
Read the passage again and fill in the blanks with words from the box.
Yoga is a practice that not only improves physical flexibility but also improves mental (i) _____ and leads to a healthier (ii) _____. It involves a series of asanas, which increase muscular (iii) _____. Practicing yoga also leads to a better body and mind (iv) _____ and reduces body pain such as the lower back. Moreover, the focus on breathing techniques and meditation makes the mind (v) _____, lessens (vi) _____, and improves the quality of (vii) _____. This helps to adopt a more positive lifestyle.
What is the aim of yoga?
Explain the idea of unity in yoga.
What does the launch of the WHO mYoga app tell us about the importance of yoga?
Describe one long-term effect that the practice of yoga can have on a person's qualities.
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 | T/F |
|---|---|
| 1. The girl sees people at the park doing breathing exercises. | |
| 2. Her grandfather began practising yoga sixteen years ago. | |
| 3. The girl practises some easy yoga exercises with her grandfather. | |
| 4. The girl practises breathing exercises to relax. | |
| 5. Her grandfather is fit even though he has untimely meals. | |
| 6. Her grandfather’s regular yoga practice has kept him strong. | |
| 7. The girl wishes to learn asanas over the weekend. |
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.
Find out about two asanas and their benefits, and share your findings with your classmates and teacher. You may visit the following websites to learn more about yoga.
https://www.mygov.in/campaigns/international-yoga-day/ https://www.un.org/en/observances/yoga-day https://www.mygov.in/campaigns/international-yoga-day/