Asanas
27 Grade 6 Religious Education (HRE) questions on Asanas, with worked marking schemes. 27 questions are available on this topic in full.
Question 1
1 markWhich asana involves lying flat on the back to relax the whole body?
A. Vrikshasana
B. Padmasana
C. Shavasana
D. Tadasana
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4 marksExplain two precautions a learner should observe when practising asanas.
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2 marks per precaution, max 4: practise on an empty stomach/not after a heavy meal; warm up first to avoid injury; use a mat on level ground; do not force the body into pain; wear loose comfortable clothes; be guided by a teacher/expert; breathe normally. Any two explained.
Question 3
1 markWhich sitting asana is most commonly used during meditation?
A. Shavasana
B. Tadasana
C. Padmasana
D. Bhujangasana
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1 markPractising Vrikshasana (tree pose) mainly helps to improve a person's:
A. Eyesight colour
B. Handwriting
C. Voice
D. Balance
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3 marksDescribe how Tadasana (mountain pose) is performed.
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1 markThe asana done by lying on the stomach and lifting the chest like a snake raising its hood is:
A. Bhujangasana (cobra pose)
B. Tadasana (mountain pose)
C. Sukhasana (easy pose)
D. Vrikshasana (tree pose)
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1 markPadmasana is also commonly known as the:
A. Tree pose
B. Lotus pose
C. Mountain pose
D. Cobra pose
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2 marksExplain the importance of Shavasana (corpse/relaxation pose).
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1 markTadasana, in which one stands tall and straight, is also called the:
A. Mountain pose
B. Cobra pose
C. Corpse pose
D. Lotus pose
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1 markSukhasana is a simple sitting posture whose name means the:
A. Standing pose
B. Twisting pose
C. Difficult pose
D. Easy or comfortable pose
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4 marksName two asanas and briefly describe how each one is performed.
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2 marks per asana (name + brief description), max 4. E.g. Tadasana — stand straight with feet together, raise arms and stretch upward like a mountain; Vrikshasana — stand on one leg, place the other foot on the inner thigh and join hands above the head like a tree; Bhujangasana — lie on the stomach and lift the chest with hands; Padmasana — sit cross-legged with feet on opposite thighs. Any two.
Question 12
1 markAfter a yoga session, the pose usually done last to rest and relax the body is:
A. Surya Namaskar
B. Shavasana
C. Vrikshasana
D. Bhujangasana
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1 markIn yoga, the word 'asana' refers to:
A. A festival
B. A holy book
C. A type of prayer
D. A body posture or position
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1 markWhich asana is done by standing on one leg while imitating the shape of a tree?
A. Tadasana
B. Shavasana
C. Vrikshasana
D. Bhujangasana
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1 mark'Surya Namaskar' is a set of yoga movements whose name means:
A. Sun salutation
B. Deep sleep
C. Moon greeting
D. Tree bending
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2 marksState two reasons why pupils should practise asanas regularly.
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1 markAisha finds it hard to concentrate while reading. Which practice can help calm her mind and improve concentration?
A. Watching more television
B. Skipping meals
C. Practising asanas and steady breathing
D. Eating more sweets
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4 marksOutline the steps of performing Vrikshasana (tree pose).
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1 mark per correct step, max 4: stand straight with feet together; lift one foot and place its sole on the inner thigh of the other leg; balance on the standing leg; join the palms together above the head (or at the chest); breathe steadily and hold, then repeat with the other leg.
Question 19
1 markWhich of the following is a benefit of practising asanas regularly?
A. It causes a person to feel restless
B. It weakens the muscles
C. It improves flexibility and health of the body
D. It makes a person forget their studies
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4 marksExplain how practising asanas can help a learner in concentration and meditation.
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2 marks per point, max 4: sitting poses like Padmasana keep the body steady so the mind can focus; controlled breathing during asanas calms the mind; regular practice trains discipline and stillness; a relaxed body makes meditation easier. Any two explained.
Question 21
1 markVajrasana is a kneeling and sitting posture also known as the:
A. Corpse pose
B. Thunderbolt pose
C. Tree pose
D. Cobra pose
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3 marksGive three parts of the body that benefit from practising asanas.
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3 marksState three benefits of practising asanas.
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1 mark each, max 3: improves flexibility of the body; strengthens muscles; improves concentration/calms the mind; helps proper breathing; keeps the body healthy and fit; improves blood circulation; helps in meditation. Any three.
Question 24
4 marksWanjiku wants to keep her body healthy and her mind calm. Explain two ways in which practising asanas regularly can help her achieve this.
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2 marks per point, max 4: asanas make the body flexible and strong so she stays fit; they improve breathing and blood flow keeping her healthy; they calm the mind and reduce stress; they improve concentration for study; regular practice builds discipline. Any two explained.
Question 25
4 marksExplain what pranayama is and give one way it benefits the body when done with asanas.
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2 marks: pranayama is the practice of controlled/steady breathing exercises. 2 marks for one benefit explained: it increases oxygen supply keeping the body healthy; it calms the mind and reduces stress; it improves concentration; it strengthens the lungs. Award 2 + 2.
Question 26
1 mark'Pranayama', which is often practised together with asanas, refers to:
A. Fast running
B. Loud singing
C. Long sleeping
D. Controlled breathing exercises
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1 markFor safety, asanas should best be practised:
A. Immediately after a heavy meal
B. Without any preparation
C. While running fast
D. On an empty stomach after warming up
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