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yoga — a practice that unites mind, body, and spirit; Sanskrit — an ancient indian language; holistic
— considering the whole system of person; asanas — yoga postures or poses; meditation — a
practice to calm and focus the mind.

ASSESS YOURSELF
ASSESS YOURSELF

Let's Read and Reflect Comprehension

A. Tick (3) the correct option.
1. What is the origin of the word ‘Yoga’?

(a) Greek (b) Latin (c) Sanskrit
2. Who presented the ancient tradition of yoga in a systematic way?

(a) Buddha (b) Sage Patanjali (c) Confucius

3. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of practicing yoga mentioned in the chapter?
(a) improved flexibility

(b) increased stress and anxiety

(c) enhanced concentration
4. What does the WHO mYoga app aim to provide?

(a) paid yoga classes (b) yoga equipment sales
(c) free yoga practice resources

5. According to the chapter, how should yoga postures (asanas) be practiced?

(a) without any focus or awareness
(b) with the mind disconnected from the body

(c) with coordination of breath and awareness

B. Fill in the blanks.

1. The practice of yoga helps to improve health by lowering blood
pressure and improving circulation.
2. The WHO mYoga app includes a collection of and audio files to
support yoga practice.

3. Yoga postures help to increase , endurance, and balance.

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