Class 5 Evs - WEST-BENGAL
The Mystery of Food
The chapter 'The Mystery of Food' in the Class 5 EVS textbook 'Our Wondrous World' (WBBSE) takes students on an exciting journey to discover where our food comes from, how crops are grown in fields, and the journey from a tiny seed to the delicious meal on our plate. It explains the hard work of farmers, the importance of water and soil, different methods of farming, and how food is stored and preserved. This chapter is very important for board exams as it helps students understand the source of their daily nutrition and appreciate the effort behind agriculture.
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Sources of Food
We get our food from two main sources: plants (grains, vegetables, fruits) and animals (milk, eggs, meat, honey).
Stages of Agriculture
Growing crops involves ploughing the soil, sowing seeds, watering (irrigation), weeding, harvesting, and finally storing the grains.
Role of Farmers
Farmers work day and night in fields under different weather conditions to grow food crops for the entire society.
Food Preservation
Methods like drying, pickling, refrigeration, and adding salt or sugar help protect food from getting spoiled by germs.
Balanced Diet
Eating a mix of different food items provides our body with all necessary nutrients like carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins, and minerals to stay healthy.
Important Formulas
Board Exam Info
Under West Bengal (WBBSE) Class 5 EVS guidelines, this chapter typically carries around 6 to 10 marks in examinations. Common question types include fill in the blanks, matching columns, short-answer questions about farming steps, and descriptive questions on food preservation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why do we need to preserve food?
We preserve food to prevent it from getting spoiled by bacteria and fungi, ensuring we can use it later and avoid wastage.
What are the main tools used by farmers in agriculture?
Farmers use tools like ploughs, sickles, spades, and tractors to prepare soil, plant seeds, and harvest crops.
How does water reach the crops in the fields?
Water reaches crops through natural rainfall or artificial methods like tube wells, canals, and pumps, which is known as irrigation.
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