Question

Q2. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:
(10)
1. While it is a well known fact that yoga, certain kinds of music and some calming
foods are known to relieve stress, the latest trend is the search for certain scents
with calming properties that can help a person to unbind and soothe the nerves.
2. One such scent that is now being touted as having calming properties, is
lavender. It has been a popular ingredients used in most spas as the scent is
believed to help one sleep better. To test its properties one sleep better. To test its
properties one can opt for a lotion with lavender as its ingredients. An even better
option is to spray the scent on the pillow for a sound sleep.
3. Everyone has heard of mint chutney that is served with samosas and pakoras,
but few with think of applying the mint based paste on one's body. Yet this is just
what is recommended for those who would like the smooth and purifying effect on
the mint, brought about this application.
4. Citrus fruits are not only good for health but also serve as good mood lifters.
Sniffing lemon zest is believed to soothe overstress and the smell of grapefruit is
known to curb depression. Other advantages include memory enhancement from
smelling oranges. Even the zest of an orange can make one feel energetic.
Therapists also recommend that one can light an orange scented candle by one's
side in the bath, and imbibe the same benefits.
5. For that nagging headache that comes on whenever you step out into the
scorching sun, there is yet a cure available from the array of calming scent.
According to some researchers sniffing at the green apple cannot only cure a
headache, but help alleviate it all together,
6. The latest finding about the calming properties of scents has entered the realm
of roses. Since time in memorial the flower has been associated with happiness,
love and joy. With this new finding it will now embody an additional quality that of
relieving stress. The ideal way to prove it would be to use a rose scented soap or
massage with rose scented body oil
Before going under the shower.
2.1 On the basis of your reading of the passage makes notes on it in points only,
using abbreviations wherever necessary. Supply a suitable title
2.2 Write a summary of the passage in 80 words.​

Answer 1

Explanation:

the latest research into scents reveals