Spicy Riddles - Worksheet
A. Identify the Spice
Look at the riddles below and guess the spice. Write its name in the blank.
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I am small and round, my flavor is strong,
In black and white, I belong.
What am I? (Pepper)
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My color is golden, my benefits are vast,
In milk and curry, I am added fast.
What am I? (Turmeric)
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With a sweet and spicy taste, I am long and brown,
In tea and biryani, I am often found.
What am I? (Cinnamon)
B. Match the Spice with Its Use
Draw a line to match the spice with its correct use.
Spices | Uses |
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Clove | Used in toothache relief |
Cumin | Helps in digestion |
Cardamom | Used in sweets and tea |
Mustard | Used for tempering food |
C. Observing Spices
Take any three spices from your kitchen. Observe their color, shape, and smell. Write your observations below:
- Name of spice: ___________
- Color: ___________
- Shape: ___________
- Smell: ___________
- Name of spice: ___________
- Color: ___________
- Shape: ___________
- Smell: ___________
- Name of spice: ___________
- Color: ___________
- Shape: ___________
- Smell: ___________
D. Think and Answer
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Why are spices important in our food?
Answer: Spices add flavor, aroma, and color to food. Some also have medicinal properties that help in digestion and prevent diseases. -
How do spices help in keeping us healthy?
Answer: Many spices, like turmeric and clove, have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that help boost immunity and keep us healthy.
E. Creative Activity
Draw or paste pictures of any three spices and write one interesting fact about each.