The Big Questions (Page 137)
Q1. Why is the family unit important?
Answer:
The family is important because it helps people grow and be happy. Families provide:
- Emotional Support: Families care for and support each other.
- Teaching Values: Families help teach important values like kindness and honesty.
- Self-esteem: Families help children feel good about themselves.
- Practical Help: Families offer help in daily life, like money or care when needed.
- Community Links: Families are the first part of a larger community.
- Resilience: Families help each other stay strong through tough times.
Q2. What is a community and what is its role?
Answer:
A community is a group of people who live together in the same place or share common interests. Communities can be small, like a village, or large, like a city. Some communities are based on shared experiences or beliefs.
Roles of a Community:
- Shared Resources: Communities have schools, hospitals, parks, and transport systems that everyone can use.
- Problem-Solving Together: People in a community work together to solve problems like crime, pollution, and more.
- Cultural Preservation: Communities help keep traditions, festivals, and cultures alive.
In short, a community helps people live well together, share resources, and take care of each other.
Let’s Explore
Q1. What types of families do you see in your neighbourhood? List the type with the number of households for each type. (Page 138)
Answer:
In my neighbourhood, I see several types of families:
- Nuclear Family (40-50 families): Parents and their children.
- Joint Family (10-15 families): Parents, children, and grandparents living together.
- Single-Parent Family (4-5 families): One parent raising their children.
- Childless Family (10-18 families): Couples who do not have children.
Q2. What types are more frequent? Why do you think this is so? (Page 138)
Answer:
The nuclear family is the most common in my neighbourhood, especially in cities. It’s a growing trend because many people live independently. In villages, joint families are more common because many generations live together to share work and responsibilities.
Q3. Why do you think Shalini’s parents bought clothes for everyone? (Page 141)
Answer:
Shalini’s parents bought clothes for everyone because they wanted to show their love and care for their family. In a family, members support each other, and this is a way to share happiness and make everyone feel special.
Q4. What would you have done if you were in Shalini’s place? (Page 141)
Answer:
If I were in Shalini’s place, I would be happy that everyone got new clothes. Even if I had to settle for a simple cotton cloth instead of a silk one, I’d feel happy because we would all be together, celebrating as a family.
Q5. Create a story of a family somewhere in India, where we see some family values practised.
Answer:
(Do it yourself – You can make a short story based on family values such as kindness, sharing, and helping each other.)
Think About It
Q1. Why does Tenzing’s father consult his wife for special expenses? (Page 142)
Answer:
Tenzing’s father talks to his wife about special expenses because they make decisions together. This shows respect and that both have a say in important matters. It’s also a way to manage money well and plan for the family’s needs.
Questions, Activities and Projects (Page 148)
Q1. What are some of the rules you follow in your family and neighbourhood? Why are they important?
Answer:
Some rules I follow:
In the Family:
- Respectful Communication: Talking politely and listening to each other.
- Chores and Responsibilities: Helping with tasks at home.
- Curfews and Screen Time Limits: Going to bed on time and limiting phone use.
- Honesty and Truthfulness: Telling the truth to build trust.
In the Neighbourhood:
- Respect for Property: Not damaging others’ property and keeping the area clean.
These rules help me learn life skills, keep things organized, and show respect for others.
Q2. Do you think some rules are unfair to a few people in the family or community? Why?
Answer:
Sometimes, rules feel unfair because:
- Unequal Application: For example, younger siblings might get away with things that older ones can’t.
- Lack of Explanation: If parents don’t explain why certain rules exist, children might think they are unfair.
- Favoritism: If some people are treated better than others, it feels unfair.
To make things better, parents and communities should:
- Explain the rules clearly.
- Apply them fairly to everyone.
- Adjust rules based on age and maturity.
Q3. Describe several situations that you have observed where community support makes a difference.
Answer:
Here are examples where community support helps:
- After Natural Disasters: Neighbours come together to offer food, shelter, and care after a flood or storm.
- Neighbourhood Watch: People work together to keep the area safe from crime.
- Fundraising for Medical Treatment: A community raises money for a neighbour’s hospital expenses.
- Volunteering for Cleanup: Volunteers clean up local parks, making them beautiful and safe.
- Support for Disability: The community helps a family with a disabled child by offering resources and kindness.
- Food Banks: People donate food to ensure everyone has enough, especially during tough times.
Community support helps create a caring and responsible environment where everyone feels valued.
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