Class 5 My Science, Health and Physical Education Guide
Part 2 - Health Education
Lesson 1 - Personal Cleanliness
1. Match the organs in column ‘A’ with their functions in column ‘B’.
Answer 👉
(a) Teeth - (b) help to digest food.
(b) Eyes - (c) help to see.
(c) Ears - (d) helps to listen.
(d) Nose - (a) should be brushed twice a day.
2. Put a tick (√) if the statements is correct and a cross (×) if it is wrong:
Answer 👉
a. × (We should not rub our eyes if dust falls in it.)
b. × (We should brush our teeth twice a day even if we don't have a toothache.)
c. √ (The skin should be cleaned properly.)
d. √ (Menstruation does not occur in boys.)
e. √ (We should not keep our nails long.)
3. Write answers to the following questions:
a. Write names of any five organs of our body.
Answer 👉 Five organs of our body are: nose, eyes, ears, teeth, and skin.
b. What happens when the hair becomes dirty?
Answer 👉 When the hair becomes dirty, it may lead to dandruff, lice, and other scalp infections.
c. Write the ways to clean the teeth.
Answer 👉 The ways to clean teeth are:
- Brush teeth properly with a smooth toothbrush moving it up and down twice a day after each meal.
- After eating sweet food, clean the mouth with water.
- The use of fluoride toothpaste helps in making the teeth strong.
d. What are the things to be considered during menstruation?
Answer 👉 During menstruation, the following things should be considered:
- Wash the sex organ with clean water and use a soft cotton pad to absorb the blood.
- Eat nutritious food containing minerals.
- Give more attention to cleanliness during menstruation.
e. What happens if we do not clean our nails?
Answer 👉 If we do not clean our nails, dirt and germs can accumulate under the nails, which can lead to the spread of infections and diseases. Long nails can also be a breeding ground for bacteria and fungus.
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