Question

Q.1-5. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.
Neem is a tall evergreen tree with small bright green leaves. It has a straight trunk. Its
bark is hard, rough and scaly. It blossoms in spring with small white flowers. The tree is
never bare as all its leaves do not fall at the same time. It is found throughout India. The
Sanskrit name of neem is 'Arishtha' meaning the reliever of sickness. It is popularly
known as the miracle tree. Each part of the neem tree is used in medicines
Neem oil called Margosa oil, is extracted from its seeds and is effective in the
treatment of leprosy and skin diseases. Its leaves are used in the treatment of chickenpox
Neem tea is usually taken to relieve headache and fever. Its flowers are used to cure
intestinal problems. Neem bark and gum also yield valuable medicines
People in India use neem twigs to brush their teeth Dried neem leaves are put in
drawers and cupboards to keep out moths and cockroaches. Neem is widely used as a
fertilizer for sugarcane and vegetables
Some people consider the neem tree sacred and tie its leaves at the entrance of their
houses to keep evil spirits at bay. Newly born babies are laid upon the neem leaves for
good health and protection from diseases. No doubt, neem is considered to be a wonder
tree by people all over the world.
Q.1 The bark of neem tree is:
1. smooth and green.
2. rough and scaly.
3. soft and scaly.
4. hard and green
Q.2 Neem flowers are beneficial in treating:
1. skin diseases.
2. chickenpox
3. intestinal problems
4. fever
Q.3 Dried leaves are put in cupboards to:
1. keep out lizards and ants.
2. keep away insects.
3. retain the shine of clothes.
4. keep them clean
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Answer 1

Ans 1 rough and scaly
Ans 2 skin diseases
Answer 3 keep away insects

Answer 2

Answer:

1) rough and scaly

2) intestinal problems

3) keep away insects

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