📘 Class 1 Social Science – Chapter 6: Food We Eat
Revision Notes (English)
1. What is Food?
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Food is what we eat to stay healthy and strong.
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We need food for energy, growth, and health.
2. Types of Food
| Type | Examples | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Fruits | Apple, Banana, Orange | Vitamins, Energy |
| Vegetables | Carrot, Spinach, Tomato | Vitamins, Minerals |
| Cereals / Grains | Rice, Wheat, Maize | Energy |
| Milk & Dairy | Milk, Cheese, Yogurt | Strong bones |
| Meat / Eggs | Chicken, Eggs | Protein, Growth |
| Sugar & Fats | Honey, Oil, Butter | Energy (in small amounts) |
3. Sources of Food
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Plants → Fruits, vegetables, grains
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Animals → Milk, eggs, meat
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Fisheries / Sea → Fish and seafood
4. Healthy Eating Habits
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Eat fresh fruits and vegetables
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Drink clean water
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Eat home-cooked food
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Avoid too many junk foods and sweets
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Wash hands before and after eating
5. Fun Facts
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Food gives energy to play and study
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Different foods have different nutrients
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A balanced diet has cereals, vegetables, fruits, proteins, and dairy
MCQs for Practice (5 Questions)
1️⃣ Which of these is a fruit?
(a) Carrot
(b) Apple
(c) Rice
(d) Milk
Answer: (b) Apple
2️⃣ Milk and cheese help us have —
(a) Strong bones
(b) Soft hair
(c) Good eyesight
(d) Energy only
Answer: (a) Strong bones
3️⃣ Meat and eggs provide —
(a) Vitamins
(b) Protein
(c) Minerals
(d) Carbohydrates
Answer: (b) Protein
4️⃣ We should wash hands —
(a) Before eating
(b) After eating
(c) Both a and b
(d) Never
Answer: (c) Both a and b
5️⃣ Which food should we eat less?
(a) Fruits
(b) Vegetables
(c) Junk food and sweets
(d) Milk
Answer: (c) Junk food and sweets
✅ Quick Tip for Revision:
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Learn types of food and their benefits
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Remember sources of food: plants, animals, fish
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Practice healthy eating habits daily