NCERT Solutions for Class 6 English Chapter 3 Spices that Heal Us

This worksheet is prepared for Class 6 English Unit 3 Nurturing Nature Chapter 3 Spices that Heal Us. This chapter is written in the form of a letter where Daadi explains the healing properties of common kitchen spices to Vikram and Vaibhavi. It teaches students about traditional knowledge, natural remedies, and the importance of sharing useful information responsibly. This worksheet provides complete and accurate NCERT Solutions strictly based on the given worksheet, following the exact NCERT order and structure.

Chapter summary: stories, poems & themes

This chapter presents a letter describing how common spices such as turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and others have medicinal benefits. Daadi explains how natural cures are passed down from one generation to another. The central theme focuses on nurturing nature, valuing traditional knowledge, and using natural remedies wisely. The chapter includes pre-reading activities, comprehension questions, grammar exercises on modals, listening tasks, speaking activities, paragraph writing, riddles, and exploration-based sensory activities.

What this NCERT chapter covers?

• Understanding a letter format text 
• Learning about healing properties of spices 
• Identifying key details from the text 
• Reflecting on traditional knowledge 
• Learning modal verbs and their functions 
• Completing fact sheets through listening 
• Speaking through role-play 
• Writing short paragraphs and home remedies 
• Solving riddles related to spices 
• Exploring spices through sensory activities 

How to use these NCERT solutions?

• Students should read the letter carefully before answering 
• Attempt all questions independently first 
• Parents and teachers can use these solutions for explanation and revision 
• The answers follow the exact NCERT sequence and wording from the worksheet 
• This ensures better understanding and exam readiness 

Student tips & learning tricks

• Pay attention to which spice cures which problem 
• Remember key words like glucose, cholesterol, and digestion 
• Understand the correct use of modals such as should, must, and may 
• Practise describing spices using their colour, taste, and texture 
• Participate actively in speaking and sensory activities 

Why NCERT solutions are important?

NCERT Solutions help students stay aligned with curriculum standards. They strengthen comprehension, grammar, vocabulary, and real-life awareness. Accurate NCERT-aligned answers build confidence and promote structured learning.

Complete answer key – NCERT solutions

Let us do these activities before we read

I Try to recall the names of three spices that are used for cooking in your home.

Sample answers: 
1) Turmeric 
2) Cumin seeds 
3) Ginger 

II Work in pairs and write what you call these spices in your language.

Answers may vary. 

III Do you know if these spices can be used for something else other than cooking?

Explanation: 
Read the letter carefully to learn about the healing properties of spices.

Let us think and reflect

I Read the given lines and answer the following questions.

1) In the kitchen spice box. 
2) Cough or cold. 
3) They shared a loving and caring relationship. 

II Fill in the blanks to complete the sentence.

sugar level and body weight. 

III Circle the spice that is not useful for body pain according to Daadi’s letter.

Fennel seeds 

IV Why did Daadi ask Vikram and Vaibhavi to share the natural cures with their friends?

Because these natural cures are helpful and beneficial for everyone. 

V What was Daadi’s final advice to Vikram and Vaibhavi?

To consult an elder before using the herbs and spices. 

VI How do we know that natural cures are passed from one generation to another?

Daadi learnt them from her grandmother and shared them with Vikram and Vaibhavi. 

VII Why do you think we should know about the healing properties of spices?

Answers may vary. 

Let us learn

I Complete the following table with the help of your teacher.

1) Turmeric – root – yellow – rough – bitter 
2) Fenugreek – seeds – brown – hard – bitter 
3) Cinnamon – bark – brown – rough – spicy 
4) Clove – flower buds – brown – rough – spicy 
5) Black pepper – seeds – black – rough – spicy 
6) Cardamom – fruit – green – soft – sweet 

II The words given in Column A are helping verbs. Match the helping verbs in Column A with their functions in Column B.

1) b. suggestion 
2) d. advice 
3) e. ability 
4) c. compulsion 
5) f. necessity 
6) a. past habit 

Complete the following dialogues with any four modals from the table given above.

1) should 
2) must 
3) may 
4) need to 

Let us listen

1) Name: Tulsi Family: basil 
2) First found in: north central India 
3) Now found: everywhere in India 
4) Known as: The Queen of herbs 
5) Can decrease levels of: glucose and cholesterol 
6) Used to treat disorders of: breathing and digestion 
7) Is used to make: mouth wash and toothpaste 
8) We can have Tulsi leaves by eating them: raw or adding them while making tea 

Let us speak

1) Choose one spice and introduce yourself as that spice to the class.

Answers may vary. 

2) Make a spicy headband and present it.

Activity. 

Let us write

I Natural Cures for Cough

1) a piece of fresh ginger; the mixture; you can have it; for cough. 
2) home remedy; grind to get; amount of honey. 

II Write a short paragraph on Tulsi.

Sample answer:

Tulsi is a shrub from the basil family. It was first found in north central India and now grows everywhere in India. It is known as the Queen of Herbs. Tulsi helps in decreasing glucose and cholesterol levels and improves blood pressure. It is used to treat breathing and digestion disorders. It is also used in making mouth wash and toothpaste. Tulsi leaves can be eaten raw or added to tea. 

Let us explore

I Guess the spices based on the riddles.

1) Asafoetida (Heeng) 
2) Ginger 

II Fill in the blanks to complete the riddle.

yellow; 
bitter; 
reduce. 

Write another riddle of your own.

Answers may vary. 

III Close your eyes and learn about spices by smelling and feeling them.

Activity. 

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