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What does the term 'corona' mean?
What does the term 'corona' mean?
Ammachi and Sooraj enjoy cooking together.
Ammachi and Sooraj enjoy cooking together.
True
In what year did people begin to stay indoors due to the virus?
In what year did people begin to stay indoors due to the virus?
2020-2021
The virus travels from one person to another through the nose, mouth, and even ______.
The virus travels from one person to another through the nose, mouth, and even ______.
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Match the following terms with their descriptions:
Match the following terms with their descriptions:
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What should you do if you need to cough or sneeze and don't have a tissue?
What should you do if you need to cough or sneeze and don't have a tissue?
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Farida believes that touching your face can allow viruses to enter your body.
Farida believes that touching your face can allow viruses to enter your body.
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How long does Neema wash her hands for?
How long does Neema wash her hands for?
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Saif started talking to his ______ and felt less lonely.
Saif started talking to his ______ and felt less lonely.
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Match the person to their action:
Match the person to their action:
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What song does Neema sing while washing her hands?
What song does Neema sing while washing her hands?
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What should Ammachi and Sooraj do if either of them has a cough or difficulty breathing?
What should Ammachi and Sooraj do if either of them has a cough or difficulty breathing?
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Sooraj felt sick because he was worried about COVID-19.
Sooraj felt sick because he was worried about COVID-19.
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What food did Sooraj mention making him feel sick?
What food did Sooraj mention making him feel sick?
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Ammachi and Sooraj are staying safe at ______.
Ammachi and Sooraj are staying safe at ______.
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Match the characters with their actions:
Match the characters with their actions:
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What message did Nani convey to the group?
What message did Nani convey to the group?
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Everyone agreed with Nani's suggestion to stay indoors.
Everyone agreed with Nani's suggestion to stay indoors.
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How did Ammachi and Sooraj adapt their exercise routine?
How did Ammachi and Sooraj adapt their exercise routine?
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The group decided to meet again next _____.
The group decided to meet again next _____.
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Match the following characters with their statements:
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Study Notes
Life Before and During the Pandemic
- Ammachi and Sooraj enjoy various activities like cooking, inventing machines, and making kolams.
- Morning walks to a nearby river are a daily routine for both, emphasizing their commitment to a healthy lifestyle.
- The year 2020-2021 brought significant changes due to the coronavirus outbreak, prompting people to stay indoors.
Understanding Coronavirus
- "Corona" translates to "crown," inspired by the virus's round shape and spike-like projections resembling a crown.
- The virus spreads between individuals through the nose, mouth, and eyes, leading to illness.
- The body has special cells that help combat viruses, highlighting the importance of self-care.
Promoting Health and Safety
- A new song by Uma emphasizes health precautions such as using a tissue or elbow when sneezing or coughing.
- Farida shares the importance of not touching the face to prevent virus entry, while engaging in activities like feeding birds.
- Neema practices handwashing for twenty seconds after touching outside items, making it fun by singing the "Happy Birthday Song."
Mental Well-being and Social Connection
- Saif expresses feelings of sadness during isolation but finds solace in talking to his parents.
- Ammachi and Sooraj communicate with friends online, reinforcing the need for safety measures when feeling unwell.
- They plan to consult healthcare professionals for COVID-19 related symptoms, stressing the importance of expert advice.
Safety and Community Support
- Sooraj shares a humorous personal experience about feeling sick from overeating but acknowledges the confusion around health during the pandemic.
- Meera and Ameera stress maintaining a six-foot distance from others when venturing outside.
- Nani's advice highlights the necessity of staying indoors and performing good deeds to support those in need during challenging times.
Adapting to New Normal
- Ammachi and Sooraj adapt their exercise routines at home and involve their family in meditative practices.
- Emphasis is placed on creativity in maintaining physical health during lockdown.
- A shared commitment among friends to reunite next week demonstrates resilience and community spirit in navigating pandemic challenges.
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Description
Explore how the COVID-19 pandemic has altered daily routines and healthy living through the experiences of Ammachi and Sooraj. This quiz dives into their activities, beliefs, and the changes brought by the lockdown during the virus spread in 2020-2021.
