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B. Answer the given questions briefly.

1. Why does the poet focus on the importance of health over wealth?

2. How does the poem suggest that good health influences one’s awareness of the
world?

3. What message does the poem convey about the relationship between health and
happiness?

C. Imagine you attended a speech by the poet discussing the importance of health
titled ‘If health is lost, everything is lost’. You write a letter to your friend
sharing the main ideas of the speech and your thoughts on the topic. Complete

this letter by filling in suitable phrases from the box below.

finding balance and taking care of to tell you

take care of our health healthier choices

health for granted outlook on life

the significance of health our ability to fulfill our dreams

an inspiring speech

Dear Jessy

Guess what? I recently attended (a) by the poet Jan Kochanowski, on the
topic ‘If health is lost, everything is lost,’ and I couldn’t wait (b) about it.

The poet highlighted how often we overlook (c) until we face illness. He

also said that if we want a fulfilling life, we should (d) He passionately
discussed how our well-being impacts every aspect of our existence, from (e)
to (f)

One of the key takeaways was how good health isn’t just about physical fitness but also

mental and emotional wellness. It’s about (g) ourselves holistically.

The speech really got me thinking about how we often take our (h) and
how essential it is to prioritise self-care. I left feeling inspired to make (i)
and to appreciate the gift of well-being more consciously.

I’d love to hear your views. Write soon!

Yours affectionately

Ratna
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