Class Eight English Seen Passage Unit 3

Class 8, Unit 3, Lesson 1: Health

Health is the condition of our body and mind. It may be good or bad. Good health means healthy body free from diseases. It is essential for everyone to lead a happy life. If we are not in good health, we cannot concentrate on any activity in our life.

A proverb goes, "Health is Wealth" It means health is equally valuable as gold or any other personal possessions. We may have vast wealth and property, but if we are not healthy we cannot enjoy them.

To keep ourselves healthy, we have to do certain things. We have to take a balanced diet. We must exercise regularly to keep our body fit for work. There is an old saying: Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise.' So, we should not keep late hours. We should go to bed early at night and rise early in the morning. Peace of mind is another condition for good health. So we must not worry over small things of life.

Word Meaning Questions (10 MCQs)

1.What does the word "condition" in the passage mean?

a) Situation
b) Problem
c) Comfort
d) Medicine

2.What does "concentrate" mean in the passage?

a) Ignore
b) Focus
c) Forget
d) Change

3.What is the meaning of "proverb" in the passage?

a) A short well-known saying
b) A scientific fact
c) A law
d) A type of message

4.What does the phrase "Health is Wealth" suggest?

a) Wealth is more important than health
b) Health and wealth are the same
c) Good health is as valuable as wealth
d) Health can be bought with wealth

5.What is the meaning of "vast" in the passage?

a) Small
b) Huge
c) Limited
d) Special

6.What does "balanced diet" mean?

a) Eating only vegetables
b) Eating different types of healthy food
c) Eating large amounts of food
d) Avoiding food altogether

7.What does "regularly" mean in the passage?

a) Sometimes
b) Once in a while
c) At fixed intervals
d) Never

8.What does "fit" mean in the passage?

a) Healthy
b) Tired
c) Lazy
d) Small

9.What does the word "wise" mean in the passage?

a) Foolish
b) Clever and knowledgeable
c) Rich
d) Weak

10.What is the meaning of "peace of mind"?

a) A worried state
b) A calm and relaxed state
c) A confused state
d) A rich state

Comprehension Questions (11 MCQs)

11.What is the main topic of the passage?

a) The importance of wealth
b) The importance of health
c) The benefits of sleeping early
d) How to become rich

12.According to the passage, why is good health important?

a) It helps us become wealthy
b) It allows us to enjoy life and concentrate on activities
c) It makes us stronger than others
d) It prevents aging

13.Which of the following is necessary to maintain good health?

a) Eating junk food
b) Sleeping late at night
c) Taking a balanced diet and exercising
d) Worrying about everything

14.What is the meaning of the proverb "Health is Wealth"?

a) Health is more important than money
b) Wealth can make us healthy
c) Money is more valuable than health
d) Health and wealth are unrelated

15.What happens if we do not have good health?

a) We can still enjoy our wealth
b) We can concentrate better
c) We cannot focus on our daily activities
d) We become stronger

16.What should a person do to stay healthy?

a) Eat unhealthy food
b) Exercise regularly
c) Sleep less
d) Work continuously

17.Why should we go to bed early and rise early?

a) To earn more money
b) To become stronger
c) To stay healthy, wealthy, and wise
d) To avoid responsibilities

18.What is another important condition for good health?

a) Peace of mind
b) Studying hard
c) Working all day
d) Buying expensive food

19.What is the effect of worrying too much?

a) It keeps us healthy
b) It disturbs our peace of mind
c) It makes us richer
d) It helps us sleep better

20.How can we describe the tone of the passage?

a) Informative and helpful
b) Sad and emotional
c) Angry and complaining
d) Funny and entertaining

21.What is the purpose of this passage?

a) To explain how to become rich
b) To inform about the importance of good health
c) To discuss different types of diseases
d) To describe the history of health practices

Text-Based Short Answer Questions:

1.What is health?
2.What does good health mean?
3.Why is good health essential for everyone?
4.What happens if we are not in good health?
5.What does the proverb "Health is Wealth" mean?
6.Can we enjoy our wealth if we are not healthy? Why or why not?
7.What must we do to keep ourselves healthy?
8.Why is a balanced diet important for good health?
9.How does regular exercise help in maintaining good health?
10.What does the saying "Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise" suggest?
11.Why should we not keep late hours?
12.How does peace of mind contribute to good health?
13.What should we avoid to maintain peace of mind?
Critical Thinking Short Answer Questions:
14.Why do you think health is considered as valuable as wealth?
15.In what ways can a lack of good health affect our daily life?
16.Do you agree that a balanced diet and exercise are necessary for good health? Why or why not?
17.What might happen if someone ignores their mental well-being while maintaining physical health?
18.How can small lifestyle changes improve a person's overall health?
19.If you had to choose between wealth and health, which one would you prioritize and why?
20.How can schools help students develop healthy habits?

Class 8, Unit 3, Lesson 2: Ode on Solitude

Ode on Solitude

-Alexander Pope

Happy the man, whose wish and care

A few paternal acres bound,

Content to breathe his native air,

In his own ground.

Whose herds with milk, whose fields with bread.

Whose flocks supply him with attire,

Whose trees in summer yield him shade,

In winter fire.

Blest! who can unconcern'dly find

Hours, days and years slide soft away.

In health of body, peace of mind,

Quiet by day,

Sound sleep by night; study and ease

Together mix'd; sweet recreation;

And innocence, which most does please,

With meditation.

Thus let me live, unseen, unknown;

Thus unlamented let me die;

Steal from the world, and not a stone

Tell where I lie.

Basic Comprehension Questions:

1.Who is the poet of Ode on Solitude?
2.What makes a man happy, according to the poem?
3.What does the phrase "a few paternal acres" mean?
4.What does the poet say about the man's native air?
5.How does the man get his food and clothing?
6.What does the poet suggest about the trees in different seasons?
7.How does the poet describe the passage of time in a peaceful life?
8.What qualities of life does the poet consider ideal?
9.What activities does the poet associate with a peaceful life?
10.What does "study and ease" suggest in the poem?

Interpretation and Analysis Questions:

11.What does the poet mean by "content to breathe his native air"?
12.Why does the poet emphasize self-sufficiency in the poem?
13.How does the poet describe the relationship between nature and happiness?
14.What do "sound sleep" and "sweet recreation" symbolize in the poem?
15.What does "innocence" mean in the context of the poem?

Critical Thinking and Personal Response Questions:

16.Do you agree with the poet's view of happiness? Why or why not?
17.How does the poem reflect the theme of simplicity in life?
18.What message does the poet convey about death in the last stanza?
19.How does the poem contrast with modern ideas of success and happiness?
20.If you could choose, would you prefer the peaceful life described in the poem or a more active, ambitious life? Why?

Unit 3; Lesson 3: Hygiene

The word 'hygiene" means the practice of keeping ourselves clean. It also means to keep our home and work places clean. It is important for our good health.

Hygiene is thought to be next to godliness. It is because we cannot achieve anything physically, mentally or spiritually if we are unclean in our body. mind and soul. Nobody likes an unclean person either. So we must follow the rules of hygiene.

First, we must keep our body clean. We should have a bath every day and wash our hair regularly. This will keep the body and hair free from dirt and bacteria.

Secondly, we should wash our clothes regularly. Dirty clothes give off bad smell and invite germs. We should wear socks and shoes when we go out to protect our feet from dust and germs. It is also important to wash our hands before meals and after using the toilet. We should brush our teeth twice a day, after breakfast and supper. We must also cut our nails regularly. Our drinking water must be safe. We can get safe water by boiling and filtering.

Finally, we should keep our surroundings and environment clean.

If we do and follow all the above things properly, we will be able to lead a healthy and happy life.

Word Meaning MCQs

1.What does the word "hygiene" mean?

a) The practice of keeping clean
b) A type of exercise
c) A medical treatment
d) A method of cooking

2.What does the phrase "next to godliness" suggest in the passage?

a) Hygiene is more important than health
b) Cleanliness is closely related to purity and goodness
c) God rewards those who are clean
d) Only religious people should follow hygiene

3.What does "physically" mean in the passage?

a) Related to mental well-being
b) Related to religious beliefs
c) Related to the body
d) Related to emotions

4.What is the meaning of "bacteria" in the passage?

a) A type of food
b) Small germs that can cause disease
c) A cleaning agent
d) A kind of medicine

5.What does the word "invite" mean in the sentence: Dirty clothes give off bad smell and invite germs?

a) To attract
b) To reject
c) To remove
d) To ignore

6.What does "surroundings" mean in the passage?

a) The things and places around us
b) The sky and the clouds
c) Only our home
d) The clothes we wear

7.What does "regularly" mean in the phrase wash our hair regularly?

a) Once a year
b) Only on weekends
c) In a proper and timely manner
d) Whenever we feel like it

8.What does the word "properly" mean in the passage?

a) In the correct way
b) Carelessly
c) Rarely
d) With hesitation

9.What does "achieve" mean in the phrase we cannot achieve anything physically, mentally, or spiritually if we are unclean?

a) To fail
b) To accomplish
c) To lose
d) To forget

10.What does "supper" mean in brush our teeth twice a day, after breakfast and supper?

a) A type of toothbrush
b) A morning meal
c) The last meal of the day
d) A small snack

Comprehension and Analysis MCQs

11.According to the passage, hygiene includes keeping our:

a) Body, home, and workplace clean
b) Mind clean only
c) Home clean only
d) Books clean

12.Why is hygiene considered "next to godliness"?

a) Because it is a rule in some religions
b) Because an unclean person is disliked
c) Because cleanliness helps in physical, mental, and spiritual well-being
d) Because people like taking baths

13.Why should we wash our hair regularly?

a) To make it grow faster
b) To prevent dirt and bacteria buildup
c) To change its color
d) To make it curly

14.What is the main reason for wearing socks and shoes when going outside?

a) To look fashionable
b) To avoid dirt and germs
c) To make walking easier
d) To keep feet warm

15.How can we ensure our drinking water is safe?

a) By keeping it in an open container
b) By boiling and filtering it
c) By buying expensive water bottles
d) By drinking only from rivers

16.What is the best way to keep our nails clean?

a) By painting them
b) By washing them with soap
c) By cutting them regularly
d) By covering them with gloves

17.What happens if we wear dirty clothes?

a) They make us smarter
b) They help us sleep better
c) They produce bad smells and attract germs
d) They help us save water

18.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a hygiene practice in the passage?

a) Brushing teeth twice a day
b) Washing hands before meals
c) Eating fast food every day
d) Keeping the environment clean

19.What is the main purpose of the passage?

a) To explain the importance of wealth
b) To teach how to cook food
c) To educate about good hygiene habits
d) To describe different types of bacteria

20.What will happen if we follow the hygiene rules mentioned in the passage?

a) We will be able to lead a healthy and happy life
b) We will become very rich
c) We will never get tired
d) We will never have to work

21.Which of the following is the BEST title for this passage?

a) The Benefits of Sleeping Early
b) Ways to Improve Mental Health
c) Hygiene: The Key to a Healthy Life
d) The Importance of Eating Spicy Food

Basic Comprehension Questions:

1.What is the meaning of "hygiene"?
2.Why is hygiene important for good health?
3.What does the phrase "hygiene is next to godliness" mean?
4.Why is it important to keep our body clean?
5.What are two ways to keep our hair clean?
6.Why should we wash our clothes regularly?
7.Why should we wear socks and shoes when going outside?
8.What are two important times to brush our teeth?
9.How can we make drinking water safe?
10.What should we do to keep our surroundings clean?

Interpretation and Analysis Questions:

11.How does hygiene affect both physical and mental health?
12.Why do you think people dislike an unclean person?
13.What could happen if someone does not follow proper hygiene?
14.How does washing hands help prevent diseases?
15.Why is peace of mind connected to hygiene?

Critical Thinking and Personal Response Questions:

16.In your opinion, which hygiene habit is the most important and why?
17.How can schools help students practice good hygiene?
18.What are some hygiene challenges people face in poor communities?
19.Do you think modern technology has improved hygiene? Why or why not?
20.How can good hygiene improve a person's confidence and social interactions?