Pranaayam

21 Grade 6 Religious Education (HRE) questions on Pranaayam, with worked marking schemes. 21 questions are available on this topic in full.

1. Question 1

   1 mark

   The pranaayam exercise in which a person breathes through one nostril at a time is called

   A. Anulom Vilom

   B. Kirtan

   C. Langar

   D. Bhramari

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2. Question 2

   4 marks

   (a) State the meaning of 'prana'.

   (b) Explain why breathing exercises are important for good health.

   (4 marks)

   Marking scheme

   (a) 2 marks: prana means the life force or breath. (b) Up to 2 marks: breathing exercises strengthen the lungs, supply the body with more oxygen, calm the mind and reduce stress, which keeps a person healthy.

3. Question 3

   1 mark

   Pranaayam should be practised on

   A. while drinking

   B. a full stomach after eating

   C. while eating

   D. an empty stomach

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4. Question 4

   3 marks

   Describe the correct posture a person should use when practising pranaayam.

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5. Question 5

   2 marks

   Explain the meaning of the word 'Pranaayam'.

   (2 marks)

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   Up to 2 marks: Pranaayam means the control or regulation of breath/life force; it comes from 'prana' (breath/life force) and 'ayam' (control or extension) and refers to breathing exercises.

6. Question 6

   1 mark

   The most recommended time of day for practising pranaayam is

   A. during games

   B. during lunch

   C. early morning

   D. late at night

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7. Question 7

   1 mark

   Regular pranaayam especially improves the health of the

   A. hair

   B. lungs

   C. nails

   D. teeth

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8. Question 8

   4 marks

   Explain why pranaayam is best done in the morning on an empty stomach.

   (4 marks)

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   Up to 4 marks: the morning air is fresh and the surroundings are quiet, making it easy to concentrate; the mind is calm and alert after rest; practising on an empty stomach is comfortable and allows deep breathing without feeling heavy or uneasy; it helps a person start the day feeling calm and energetic.

9. Question 9

   4 marks

   Explain two ways pranaayam can help learners while in school.

   (4 marks)

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   2 marks per point (max 4): it calms the mind so learners concentrate better in class; it reduces stress and nervousness before tests or exams; it improves health and energy so learners are more active. Accept any two well-explained points.

10. Question 10

    1 mark

    Pranaayam is practised as part of

    A. football

    B. yoga

    C. farming

    D. cooking

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11. Question 11

    1 mark

    The main benefit of practising pranaayam is that it

    A. calms the mind and improves concentration

    B. causes tiredness

    C. makes a person very hungry

    D. makes one shout loudly

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12. Question 12

    1 mark

    The pranaayam exercise that makes a soft humming sound like a bee is called

    A. Anulom Vilom

    B. Om chanting

    C. Ahimsa

    D. Bhramari

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13. Question 13

    1 mark

    Pranaayam mainly involves the control of

    A. eating

    B. breathing

    C. talking

    D. walking

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14. Question 14

    3 marks

    (a) Name one type of pranaayam.

    (b) Briefly describe how it is done.

    (3 marks)

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    (a) 1 mark: e.g. Anulom Vilom (alternate nostril breathing) or Bhramari (bee breath). (b) Up to 2 marks: for Anulom Vilom, close one nostril and breathe in, then close the other nostril and breathe out, alternating the nostrils. Accept a correct description of any named type.

15. Question 15

    1 mark

    The best posture for practising pranaayam is

    A. sitting cross-legged with a straight back

    B. lying on the stomach

    C. running in place

    D. standing on one leg

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16. Question 16

    1 mark

    The best place to practise pranaayam is one that is

    A. noisy and crowded

    B. hot and stuffy

    C. quiet with fresh air

    D. dusty and dirty

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17. Question 17

    3 marks

    Give three things a learner should do before starting to practise pranaayam.

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18. Question 18

    1 mark

    A pupil sits quietly and breathes slowly and deeply to relax his mind. He is practising

    A. kirtan

    B. chanting a mantra

    C. pranaayam

    D. langar

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19. Question 19

    1 mark

    Before an examination, practising pranaayam can help a learner by

    A. increasing fear

    B. reducing stress and calming the nerves

    C. making the learner sleepy

    D. causing headaches

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20. Question 20

    3 marks

    State three benefits of practising pranaayam.

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21. Question 21

    1 mark

    In the word Pranaayam, 'prana' means

    A. food

    B. the life force or breath

    C. sleep

    D. water

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