SCHICO His lile lor the village m Watchman of the Lake
IV. Read the following passage and answer the questions set on it:

June 20, 2021

By Rylee

SCHICO His lile lor the village m Watchman of the Lake
IV. Read the following passage and answer the questions set on it:
Pineapple one of the popular tropical fruits is widely cultivated in south India. Assam and other Himalayan
states. It is one of the rare fruits that can be grown in shades preferably under mango trees. The plants
widely almost in any soil and does not require much care.
The Shoots of the plants reach maturity within a short span of time. It takes 15 to 22 months for the plant to
bear fruit; the fruit possesses a wonderful taste and an excellent flavour. In America some of the farmers are
producing fibreless variety. One type of pineapple is almost without any core.
Pineapple has Medicinal values. It contains an enzyme called Brosmeline that helps the body digest protem
and fats. So, Pineapple juice along with the meals is recommended for people suffering from indigestion
Fresh pineapple juice relieves thirst and soothes the throat, especially the vocal cords. So it is a valuable to me
for singers. Another chemical product of pineapple is chlorine that simulates the kidneys. In dropsy, a discase
causing water fluid collecting in the body, Pineapple juice is helpful in relieving jaundice and strengthening
the liver. In diphtheria pineapple juice relieves the misery and irritable condition of the throat If the juice is
sour one should add honey instead of sugar to improve the tonic properties
24. Which type of fruit is pineapple?
25. What is rare quality of pineapple?
26. How much time does the pineapple plant take to bear fruit?
27. Which variety of pineapple is grown in America?
28. Who are recommended to take pineapple juice along with the meals?
29. Which is the enzyme that helps the body to digest protein and fats?
30. What is chlorine?
31
is a disease causing water fluid collecting in the body.
a) Jaundice b) dropsy c) diphtheria
32. Add prefix to the word ‘digestion to make an antonym of the word.
33. Write the word which means ‘help’ from the passage.​