Worksheet Solutions: Yogic Practices | Physical Education and Well Being (Khel Yoga) for Class 3 PDF Download

Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs)

1. What is the third step of Ashtanga Yoga?

a) Yama
b)  Niyama
c) Asana 
d) Pranayama

Ans: c) Asana

2. Which of the following asanas is also called the "Tree Pose"?

a) Vajrasana
b) Vrikshasana 
c) Sukhasana
d) Bhujangasana

Ans: b) Vrikshasana

3. What is the relaxation posture for standing asanas?

a) Shavasana
b) Makarasana
c) Shithila Tadasana 
d) Dandasana

Ans: c) Shithila Tadasana

4. In which asana do we lie on our stomach and lift the upper body like a cobra?

a) Vajrasana
b) Pavanamuktasana
c) Bhujangasana
d) Vrikshasana

Ans: c) Bhujangasana

5.  What should be kept straight while sitting in Sukhasana?

a) Hands
b) Back
c) Feet
d) Eyes

Ans: b) Back

Fill in the Blanks

(a) In ____________, we stand on one leg like a tree.

Ans: In Vrikshasana, we stand on one leg like a tree.

(b) The__________ posture looks like a cobra.

Ans: The Bhujangasana posture looks like a cobra.
(c) Pavanamuktasana helps in improving ___________.

Ans: Pavanamuktasana helps in improving digestion.

True or False

(a) Vrikshasana is done while sitting. 

Ans: False

Vrikshasana, or Tree Pose, is done while standing. You stand on one leg, and place the other foot on your inner thigh, then raise your hands above your head like branches. It helps with balance and focus.

(b) Bhujangasana strengthens the back muscles. 

Ans: True
(c) Sukhasana is a difficult asana to perform. 

Ans: False

Sukhasana, or Easy Pose, is a simple and comfortable sitting position. It’s done by sitting cross-legged with your back straight. It helps to relax and meditate, and is not difficult to perform.

(d) Pavanamuktasana helps in reducing stomach problems.

Ans:  True
(e) Relaxation postures are important after doing asanas. 

Ans: True

Short-Answer Questions

(a) What is the purpose of practicing Yogic Asanas?
Ans: Yogic Asanas help in improving flexibility, strength, and relaxation, making the body healthy.

(b) Why is it important to keep the back straight in Sukhasana?
Ans: Keeping the back straight helps in maintaining a good posture and improves breathing.

(c) How does Pavanamuktasana help our body?
Ans: Pavanamuktasana helps in releasing gas from the stomach and improves digestion.

(d) What should we do before starting any asana?
Ans: We should do preparatory exercises like heel walking and frog jumping to warm up the body.

(e) Why should we do a relaxation posture after performing asanas?
Ans: Relaxation postures help in calming the body and mind, reducing fatigue after yoga practice.

Think and Answer

Ques: Imagine you’re feeling nervous about a big test. How would you use breathing exercises to calm down?
Ans: I would practice "Belly Breathing." I would slowly inhale, making my belly expand, and then exhale slowly, letting go of all the nervous feelings. This helps me feel calm, focused, and ready for the test.