Spicy Riddles - Worksheet

 Spicy Riddles - Worksheet

Class: 4
Subject: EVS
Lesson: Spicy Riddles

A. Identify the Spice
Look at the riddles below and guess the spice. Write its name in the blank.

  1. I am small and round, my flavor is strong,
    In black and white, I belong.
    What am I? (Pepper)


  2. My color is golden, my benefits are vast,
    In milk and curry, I am added fast.
    What am I? (Turmeric)


  3. 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
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:

  1. Name of spice: ___________
    • Color: ___________
    • Shape: ___________
    • Smell: ___________
  2. Name of spice: ___________
    • Color: ___________
    • Shape: ___________
    • Smell: ___________
  3. Name of spice: ___________
    • Color: ___________
    • Shape: ___________
    • Smell: ___________

D. Think and Answer

  1. 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.

  2. 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.


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