Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi || Textbook page 156, 157, 158, 159 & 160 || English first paper || Bangla meaning, line by line Bangla meaning, text questions and solution , short questions and summary ||

Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi || Textbook page 156, 157, 158, 159 & 160 || English first paper || Bangla meaning, line by line Bangla meaning, text questions and solution , short questions and summary ||

Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi

A. Warm up activity

Imagine that a child marriage has been arranged in your neighbourhood. Discuss with your friends how you would convince the parents of the girl to cancel the marriage.

Answer Question No. A

Warm-Up Activity: Stopping a Child Marriage

Scenario: A child marriage has been arranged in your neighborhood, and you and your friends want to convince the girl's parents to cancel it.

Discussion Points:

1. Understanding the Situation

   • Why do you think the parents arranged the marriage? (e.g., financial issues, social pressure, safety concerns)

   • What are the consequences of child marriage? (health risks, lack of education, loss of childhood)

2. Approach to the Parents

   • Be respectful and understanding, rather than confrontational.

   • Show empathy and acknowledge their concerns.

3. Key Arguments to Convince Them

   • Legal Consequences: Explain that child marriage is illegal in Bangladesh under the Child Marriage Restraint Act 2017, and they could face penalties.

   • Health Risks: Early pregnancy can cause serious health complications for the girl.

   • Educational Impact: Marriage will likely stop the girl's education, limiting her future opportunities.

   • Better Alternatives: Suggest solutions like education scholarships, vocational training, or financial assistance if needed.

4. Seeking Support

   • Contact a local teacher, social worker, or community leader to help persuade the parents.

   • Report to child protection authorities or a helpline if necessary.

Conclusion:
By having a calm and informative discussion, showing empathy, and offering practical solutions, we can work together to stop child marriage and ensure a better future for the girl.

B. Read the text and answer the questions that follow:

Shilpi was only 15 years old when she married Rashid in 2008. Marrying off daughters at an early age is a standard practice for many families living in rural Bangladesh.

After her wedding, Shilpi joined a local empowerment group that provides adolescent girls with the tools needed to 

gradually change cultural practices, particularly those pertaining to early marriage and pregnancy. The group's activities include discussions on how to most effectively change behaviour related to reproductive health as well as one-on-one counselling. It also offers peer-to-peer support and life skills training that help adolescents say no to early marriage. The empowerment group is one of more than 10,000 groups supported by some local Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) working all over Bangladesh. These NGOs work through Canada's Adolescent Reproductive Health Project which also aims to increase access to quality health services for adolescents. During one of the group sessions, Shilpi came to understand the potentially harmful effects of early marriage and pregnancy.

While maternal mortality in Bangladesh has declined by more than 50 percent since 2001, the rate remains high with 173 maternal deaths per 100,000, live births in 2017-dropping from 322 in 2001. Girls who get pregnant are at risk of serious health complications. These include dangerous hemorrhage and fistula, a painful internal injury caused by obstructed childbirth that commonly leads to serious maternal morbidities and social exclusion.
When Shilpi heard about those risks, she invited her husband, Rashid, to discuss pregnancy with a counsellor. After hearing about the risks, Rashid agreed to delay having children for five years despite pressures from his parents and neighbours to produce an offspring. Together, the couple met with a female health care provider, who informed them about the various family planning options available.

Shilpi's mother-in-law and neighbours continued to pressurize the newlyweds. Deeply rooted cultural practices and traditions caused a rift between Shilpi and Rashid and their extended family, some of whose members insulted and criticized the couple. Unable to convince their close relatives of the risks. Shilpi and Rashid returned to the counsellor. They took the help of a parent peer who had been trained to speak to other parents about adolescent issues. Shilpi's mother-in-law and neighbours eventually came to understand the harmful effects of early pregnancy on mother and child.

After that, the villagers no longer pressurized the couple; their parents and neighbours began to support them and speak out against early marriage and pregnancy.

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

Here are the word meaning in bangla along with synonym and antonym. 

1. Empowerment - ক্ষমতায়ন

   • Synonym: Strengthening, Enablement

   • Antonym: Weakening, Disempowerment

2. Adolescent - কিশোর/কিশোরী

   • Synonym: Teenager, Youth

   • Antonym: Adult, Elderly

3. Cultural - সাংস্কৃতিক

   • Synonym: Traditional, Social

   • Antonym: Uncultural, Uncivilized

4. Reproductive - প্রজনন সংক্রান্ত

   • Synonym: Generative, Procreative

   • Antonym: Non-reproductive, Sterile

5. Mortality - মৃত্যু হার

   • Synonym: Death rate, Fatality

   • Antonym: Immortality, Survival

6. Complications - জটিলতা

   • Synonym: Difficulties, Problems

   • Antonym: Simplicity, Ease

7. Hemorrhage - রক্তপাত

   • Synonym: Bleeding, Blood loss

   • Antonym: Clotting, Healing

8. Obstructed - বাধাগ্রস্ত

   • Synonym: Blocked, Hindered

   • Antonym: Unhindered, Open

9. Counselling - পরামর্শ প্রদান

   • Synonym: Guidance, Advice

   • Antonym: Misinformation, Misguidance

10. Maternal - মাতৃসংশ্লিষ্ট

    • Synonym: Motherly, Parental

    • Antonym: Paternal, Fatherly

11. Offspring - সন্তান

    • Synonym: Child, Descendant

    • Antonym: Ancestor, Forefather

12. Traditional - ঐতিহ্যগত

    • Synonym: Customary, Conventional

    • Antonym: Modern, Unorthodox

13. Practices - প্রথা

    • Synonym: Customs, Habits

    • Antonym: Innovations, Changes

14. Pregnancy - গর্ভাবস্থা

    • Synonym: Gestation, Conception

    • Antonym: Infertility, Barrenness

15. Criticized - সমালোচিত

    • Synonym: Condemned, Blamed

    • Antonym: Praised, Appreciated

16. Extended family - বর্ধিত পরিবার

    • Synonym: Relatives, Kin

    • Antonym: Nuclear family, Immediate family

17. Harmful - ক্ষতিকর

    • Synonym: Dangerous, Detrimental

    • Antonym: Beneficial, Harmless

18. Understanding - বোঝাপড়া

    • Synonym: Comprehension, Awareness

    • Antonym: Misunderstanding, Confusion

19. Support - সমর্থন

    • Synonym: Assistance, Aid

    • Antonym: Opposition, Hindrance

20. Pressure - চাপ

    • Synonym: Stress, Coercion

    • Antonym: Relief, Freedom

21. Participation - অংশগ্রহণ

    • Synonym: Involvement, Engagement

    • Antonym: Exclusion, Withdrawal

22. Discussions - আলোচনা

    • Synonym: Debate, Conversation

    • Antonym: Silence, Agreement

23. Options - বিকল্প

    • Synonym: Choices, Alternatives

    • Antonym: Compulsion, Constraint

24. Delaying - বিলম্বিত করা

    • Synonym: Postponing, Deferring

    • Antonym: Advancing, Expediting

25. Health care - স্বাস্থ্যসেবা

    • Synonym: Medical treatment, Therapy

    • Antonym: Neglect, Inattention

26. Fistula - ফিস্টুলা (এক ধরনের অভ্যন্তরীণ আঘাত)

    • Synonym: Internal injury, Medical condition

    • Antonym: Healthy tissue, Normal condition

27. Convinced - নিশ্চিত করা

    • Synonym: Persuaded, Assured

    • Antonym: Doubted, Uncertain

28. Villagers - গ্রামবাসী

    • Synonym: Rural people, Countrymen

    • Antonym: Urban dwellers, City people

29. Criticism - সমালোচনা

    • Synonym: Disapproval, Judgment

    • Antonym: Compliment, Endorsement

30. Counsellor - উপদেষ্টা

    • Synonym: Advisor, Consultant

    • Antonym: Opponent, Misleader

31. Access - প্রবেশাধিকার

    • Synonym: Entry, Reach

    • Antonym: Restriction, Denial

32. Declined - হ্রাস পেয়েছে

    • Synonym: Decreased, Reduced

    • Antonym: Increased, Rose

33. Peer-to-peer - সমবয়সীদের মধ্যে যোগাযোগ

    • Synonym: Mutual, Equal-level communication

    • Antonym: Hierarchical, Top-down

34. Intervention - হস্তক্ষেপ

    • Synonym: Mediation, Interference

    • Antonym: Neglect, Avoidance

35. Awareness - সচেতনতা

• Synonym: Knowledge, Consciousness

• Antonym: Ignorance, Unawareness

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

নিচে প্রতিটি বাক্যের বাংলা অনুবাদ দেওয়া হলো:

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1st Paragraph:

1. Shilpi was only 15 years old when she married Rashid in 2008.
   শিলপি যখন ২০০৮ সালে রাশিদের সাথে বিবাহ বন্ধনে আবদ্ধ হয়, তখন তার বয়স ছিল মাত্র ১৫ বছর।

2. Marrying off daughters at an early age is a standard practice for many families living in rural Bangladesh.
   বাংলাদেশের গ্রামীণ অঞ্চলের অনেক পরিবারের জন্য অল্প বয়সে মেয়েদের বিয়ে দেওয়া একটি সাধারণ প্রথা।

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3. After her wedding, Shilpi joined a local empowerment group that provides adolescent girls with the tools needed to gradually change cultural practices, particularly those pertaining to early marriage and pregnancy.
    বিয়ের পর, শিলপি একটি স্থানীয় ক্ষমতায়ন গ্রুপে যোগ দেয়, যা কিশোরী মেয়েদের সাংস্কৃতিক প্রথাগুলি ধীরে ধীরে পরিবর্তনের জন্য প্রয়োজনীয় সরঞ্জাম সরবরাহ করে, বিশেষ করে অল্প বয়সে বিয়ে ও গর্ভধারণের ক্ষেত্রে।

4. The group's activities include discussions on how to most effectively change behaviour related to reproductive health as well as one-on-one counselling.
    এই গ্রুপের কার্যক্রমের মধ্যে রয়েছে প্রজনন স্বাস্থ্য সম্পর্কিত আচরণ কীভাবে সবচেয়ে কার্যকরভাবে পরিবর্তন করা যায় তা নিয়ে আলোচনা এবং ব্যক্তিগত কাউন্সেলিং।

5. It also offers peer-to-peer support and life skills training that help adolescents say no to early marriage.
   এটি সহকর্মীদের মধ্যে সহায়তা এবং জীবন দক্ষতা প্রশিক্ষণও প্রদান করে, যা কিশোরীদের অল্প বয়সে বিয়ে প্রতিরোধে সহায়তা করে।

6. The empowerment group is one of more than 10,000 groups supported by some local Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) working all over Bangladesh.
    এই ক্ষমতায়ন গ্রুপটি বাংলাদেশের বিভিন্ন স্থানে কাজ করা কিছু স্থানীয় বেসরকারি সংস্থার (এনজিও) সহায়তাপ্রাপ্ত ১০,০০০-এরও বেশি গ্রুপের মধ্যে একটি।

7. These NGOs work through Canada's Adolescent Reproductive Health Project which also aims to increase access to quality health services for adolescents.
   এই এনজিওগুলো কানাডার "কিশোর প্রজনন স্বাস্থ্য প্রকল্প" এর মাধ্যমে কাজ করে, যা কিশোর-কিশোরীদের মানসম্মত স্বাস্থ্যসেবার প্রবেশাধিকার বৃদ্ধি করতেও লক্ষ্য রাখে।

8. During one of the group sessions, Shilpi came to understand the potentially harmful effects of early marriage and pregnancy.
   গ্রুপের একটি সেশনে অংশগ্রহণের সময় শিলপি অল্প বয়সে বিয়ে ও গর্ভধারণের সম্ভাব্য ক্ষতিকর প্রভাব সম্পর্কে জানতে পারে।

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9. While maternal mortality in Bangladesh has declined by more than 50 percent since 2001, the rate remains high with 173 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in 2017-dropping from 322 in 2001.
   ২০০১ সাল থেকে বাংলাদেশের মাতৃমৃত্যুর হার ৫০ শতাংশের বেশি হ্রাস পেলেও, ২০১৭ সালে প্রতি ১,০০,০০০ জীবিত জন্মে ১৭৩টি মাতৃমৃত্যু ছিল, যা ২০০১ সালে ৩২২ ছিল।

10. Girls who get pregnant are at risk of serious health complications.
    যারা অল্প বয়সে গর্ভধারণ করে, তারা মারাত্মক স্বাস্থ্য সমস্যার ঝুঁকিতে থাকে।

11. These include dangerous hemorrhage and fistula, a painful internal injury caused by obstructed childbirth that commonly leads to serious maternal morbidities and social exclusion.
    এর মধ্যে রয়েছে বিপজ্জনক রক্তক্ষরণ এবং ফিস্টুলা, যা প্রসবকালীন বাধার কারণে সৃষ্ট একটি যন্ত্রণাদায়ক অভ্যন্তরীণ আঘাত, যা সাধারণত গুরুতর মাতৃরোগ ও সামাজিক বিচ্ছিন্নতার কারণ হয়।

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12. When Shilpi heard about those risks, she invited her husband, Rashid, to discuss pregnancy with a counsellor.
    যখন শিলপি এই ঝুঁকিগুলোর কথা শোনে, তখন সে তার স্বামী রাশিদকে কাউন্সেলরের সাথে গর্ভধারণ সম্পর্কে আলোচনা করতে আমন্ত্রণ জানায়।

13. After hearing about the risks, Rashid agreed to delay having children for five years despite pressures from his parents and neighbours to produce an offspring.
    ঝুঁকিগুলোর কথা শোনার পর, রাশিদ তার বাবা-মা এবং প্রতিবেশীদের সন্তান নেয়ার জন্য চাপ থাকা সত্ত্বেও পাঁচ বছর সন্তান না নেওয়ার সিদ্ধান্ত নেয়।

14. Together, the couple met with a female health care provider, who informed them about the various family planning options available.
    একসাথে, দম্পতি একজন মহিলা স্বাস্থ্যসেবা প্রদানকারীর সাথে সাক্ষাৎ করে, যিনি তাদের বিভিন্ন পরিবার পরিকল্পনা পদ্ধতি সম্পর্কে তথ্য দেন।

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15. Shilpi's mother-in-law and neighbours continued to pressurize the newlyweds.
    শিলপির শ্বাশুড়ি ও প্রতিবেশীরা নতুন দম্পতিকে চাপ দিতে থাকে।

16. Deeply rooted cultural practices and traditions caused a rift between Shilpi and Rashid and their extended family, some of whose members insulted and criticized the couple.
    গভীরভাবে প্রোথিত সাংস্কৃতিক প্রথা ও ঐতিহ্যের কারণে শিলপি ও রাশিদের সঙ্গে তাদের পরিবারের সদস্যদের মধ্যে দূরত্ব সৃষ্টি হয়, এমনকি কিছু আত্মীয় তাদের অপমান ও সমালোচনা করতে থাকে।

17. Unable to convince their close relatives of the risks, Shilpi and Rashid returned to the counsellor.
    তাদের ঘনিষ্ঠ আত্মীয়দের ঝুঁকির বিষয়ে বোঝাতে ব্যর্থ হয়ে, শিলপি ও রাশিদ আবার কাউন্সেলরের কাছে ফিরে যায়।

18. They took the help of a parent peer who had been trained to speak to other parents about adolescent issues.
    তারা এমন একজন প্রশিক্ষিত অভিভাবকের সাহায্য নেয়, যিনি অন্যান্য অভিভাবকদের কিশোর-কিশোরীদের সমস্যা সম্পর্কে বোঝাতে পারেন।

19. Shilpi's mother-in-law and neighbours eventually came to understand the harmful effects of early pregnancy on mother and child.
    শিলপির শ্বাশুড়ি ও প্রতিবেশীরা অবশেষে অল্প বয়সে গর্ভধারণের মা ও শিশুর ওপর ক্ষতিকর প্রভাব সম্পর্কে বুঝতে পারে।

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20. After that, the villagers no longer pressurized the couple; their parents and neighbours began to support them and speak out against early marriage and pregnancy.
    এর পর থেকে, গ্রামবাসীরা আর তাদের ওপর চাপ দেয়নি; বরং তাদের বাবা-মা ও প্রতিবেশীরা তাদের সমর্থন করতে শুরু করে এবং অল্প বয়সে বিয়ে ও গর্ভধারণের বিরুদ্ধে কথা বলতে শুরু করে।

C. Discuss the following questions in pairs:

a. Why did Shilpi decide to delay her pregnancy?

b. How were Shilpi and her husband able to handle the pressure for having children?

c. What are the various health-related services that couples like Shilpi and Rashid need?

d. Is there any empowerment group working in your area? If yes, what do they do?

e. As an adolescent boy/girl, what peer support can you provide to boys and girls in your locality who have already married?

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

Answer Question No. C

Here are the answers to the discussion questions based on the provided passage:

a. Why did Shilpi decide to delay her pregnancy?

Shilpi decided to delay her pregnancy after learning about the serious health risks associated with early pregnancy. These risks included maternal mortality, hemorrhage, and fistula, which could lead to severe health complications and social exclusion.

b. How were Shilpi and her husband able to handle the pressure for having children?

Shilpi and Rashid sought guidance from a counsellor and discussed the risks of early pregnancy. They also met with a female healthcare provider to explore family planning options. When they faced pressure from their family and neighbors, they enlisted the help of a parent peer trained to educate parents about adolescent issues. Over time, their community came to understand the dangers of early pregnancy and supported their decision.

c. What are the various health-related services that couples like Shilpi and Rashid need?

Couples like Shilpi and Rashid need access to:

• Reproductive health counselling to understand the risks of early pregnancy.
• Family planning services to choose the best contraceptive methods.
• Maternal healthcare to ensure a healthy pregnancy when the couple is ready.
• Peer support groups to help navigate cultural pressures and provide emotional support.

d. Is there any empowerment group working in your area? If yes, what do they do?

(This answer depends on the specific area.) In many parts of Bangladesh, NGOs and government programs work to prevent early marriage and promote adolescent health. If there is an empowerment group in your area, you can mention its name and activities, such as providing life skills training, reproductive health education, and legal support against early marriage.

e. As an adolescent boy/girl, what peer support can you provide to boys and girls in your locality who have already married?

As an adolescent, you can support married boys and girls in your community by:

• Providing information about reproductive health and family planning options.
• Encouraging them to seek medical and counselling support for their well-being.
• Helping them connect with empowerment groups or NGOs that can offer resources and support.
• Raising awareness in the community about the risks of early marriage and pregnancy.
• Being a supportive friend who listens and helps them make informed decisions about their future.

D. Think about what the adverse effects of child marriage can be and write a 200 word essay on the topic.


Answer Question No. D

The Adverse Effects of Child Marriage: A Barrier to Progress

Child marriage remains a serious issue in many parts of the world, particularly in rural communities. It is a violation of human rights that significantly impacts the lives of young girls. Marrying at an early age deprives girls of their childhood, education, and opportunities for personal growth. The negative consequences of child marriage extend beyond the individual and affect families, communities, and society as a whole.

One of the most severe consequences of child marriage is the health risks associated with early pregnancy. Young girls' bodies are not fully developed to bear children, increasing the chances of complications such as obstructed labor, severe bleeding, and even maternal mortality. Conditions like obstetric fistula can lead to long-term suffering and social exclusion. Additionally, infants born to young mothers are more likely to face health issues, including low birth weight and malnutrition.

Child marriage also limits educational and economic opportunities for girls. Once married, many young brides are forced to drop out of school, preventing them from acquiring the knowledge and skills needed for a better future. This cycle of poverty and dependence continues, as these girls often lack financial independence and decision-making power within their households.

Moreover, child marriage perpetuates gender inequality, reinforcing societal norms that prioritize control over women and limit their rights. This harmful practice not only affects individuals but also hinders national development by restricting the potential of half the population.

To break this cycle, collective efforts from governments, NGOs, and communities are essential in promoting education, raising awareness, and enforcing laws that protect young girls from early marriage.

D. The graph below shows the percentage of 15-19 and 20-24 year old married women in urban and rural areas in Bangladesh who experienced physical or sexual violence in 2007. What do you think are the reasons for violence against women? Discuss the graph in small groups.

Answer Question No. D

The graph presents data on the percentage of married women aged 15-19 and 20-24 in urban and rural areas of Bangladesh who experienced physical or sexual violence in 2007. Here’s an analysis based on the graph:

Key Observations:

1. Physical Violence:

• In urban areas, 35.3% of women aged 15-19 and 45.2% of women aged 20-24 experienced physical violence.

• In rural areas, the percentages are even higher, with 39.8% of women aged 15-19 and 42.3% of women aged 20-24 facing physical violence.

2. Sexual Violence:

• In urban areas, 11.8% of women aged 15-19 and 16.8% of women aged 20-24 experienced sexual violence.

• In rural areas, 22.2% of women aged 15-19 and 20.2% of women aged 20-24 experienced sexual violence.

Reasons for Violence Against Women:

Several factors may contribute to this high level of violence:

• Patriarchal Society: Women often face domestic violence due to traditional gender roles and societal norms.
• Lack of Education & Awareness: Many women are not aware of their rights or lack the means to resist abuse.
• Economic Dependency: Financial reliance on husbands makes it difficult for women to escape abusive situations.
• Social Acceptance of Violence: In some communities, domestic violence is normalized, and victims rarely receive support.
• Legal & Institutional Gaps: Weak enforcement of laws against domestic violence leads to continued abuse.

Conclusion:

The graph highlights the alarming prevalence of physical and sexual violence against married women in both urban and rural Bangladesh. Rural women face slightly higher levels of violence, possibly due to lower awareness and fewer support systems. Addressing this issue requires stronger legal protections, education, and changes in societal attitudes towards women’s rights.

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

Answer Question No. E

The graph illustrates the percentage of married women aged 15-19 and 20-24 who have experienced physical or sexual violence. In general, it is seen from the graph that women of both age groups are more likely to be victims of physical violence (a) than sexual violence. The graph shows that 39.8% of rural married adolescents (aged 15-19) and 35.3% of urban adolescents have experienced some form of physical violence. On the other hand, 11.8% and 16.8% respectively of the urban age groups of 15-19 and 20-24 have been (b) victims of sexual violence (c) compared to 22.2% and 20.2% married women in rural areas. It is also (d) evident from the graph that young women aged 20-24 are more likely to have experienced physical violence than adolescents aged 15-19.  (e) In contrast younger women in rural areas are somewhat more likely to have experience of sexual violence than (f) older women. Overall, the graph shows an (g) alarming picture of rural and urban adolescents and young becoming victims of violence

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

Answer Question No. F

Here are the answers to questions F, G, and H based on the provided adolescent health quiz:

F. Adolescent health quiz

• The quiz assesses how healthy your lifestyle is by scoring different aspects of your life at home, in college, decision-making, and lifestyle choices.

• Each ticked item is worth 1 point.

• The total score determines how healthy you are:

1. 6 or less: You need to think about changing your lifestyle.

2. 7-10: You still need to work toward a healthier lifestyle.
3. 11 or higher: You have a healthy life. Keep it up!

G. If your score is 11 or higher, explain how important the family is in shaping one's future.

Answer Question No. G

Here are the answers to questions  G based on the provided adolescent health quiz:

G. If your score is 11 or higher, explain how important the family is in shaping one’s future.

• Family plays a crucial role in shaping a person’s future by providing emotional, moral, and financial support.
• They influence values, education, and decision-making.
• A supportive family helps in developing confidence and a sense of responsibility.
• Family guidance protects individuals from bad influences like drugs and unhealthy habits.

H. If your score is less than 10, write a page discussing how you think you can change your situation for the better.

Answer Question No. H

Here are the answers to questions H based on the provided adolescent health quiz:

H. If your score is less than 10, write a page discussing how you think you can change your situation for the better.

• Identify unhealthy habits and work on improving them, such as eating nutritious food and exercising regularly.
• Seek guidance from responsible family members and teachers to make better life choices.
• Reduce screen time and engage in productive activities like reading and sports.
• Build a strong social circle with trustworthy friends who encourage healthy behaviors.
• Participate in community service and extracurricular activities for personal growth.

I. Find out the meaning of the following words and write sentences using them:

a. empowerment

b. reproductive

e. counselling

d. peer

e. potential

f. hemorrhage

g. obstructed

h. morbidity

i. option

j. advocate

Answer Question No. I

Here are the meanings of the given words along with sentences using them:

a. Empowerment – The process of giving people power, authority, or confidence to make decisions and take control of their lives.
Sentence: Education plays a crucial role in the empowerment of women in society.

b. Reproductive – Related to the ability to produce offspring or the reproductive system.
Sentence: The doctor provided valuable information about reproductive health to the young women in the village.

c. Counselling – Professional guidance or advice given to someone about personal or psychological issues.
Sentence: After facing difficulties in her marriage, she sought counselling from a professional therapist.

d. Peer – A person who is of the same age, status, or ability as another person in a group.
Sentence: Students often learn better when they discuss problems with their peers.

e. Potential – The ability to develop or succeed in the future.
Sentence: The young athlete showed great potential to become a champion in the future.

f. Hemorrhage – Excessive or severe bleeding, especially from a broken blood vessel.
Sentence: The patient was rushed to the hospital due to an internal hemorrhage caused by the accident.

g. Obstructed – Blocked or prevented from moving forward.
Sentence: The fallen tree obstructed the road, causing a traffic jam.

h. Morbidity – The condition of being diseased or the rate of disease in a population.
Sentence: The government is working to reduce the morbidity rate caused by malnutrition.

i. Option – A choice or alternative that is available.
Sentence: The students were given the option to choose between online and offline classes.

j. Advocate – A person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy.
Sentence: She is a strong advocate for women's rights and gender equality.

Text questions and answers on Unit Nine: Adolescence || Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi 

Model Questions Textbook page 156, 157 English first paper  Unit Nine: Adolescence Lesson 3 The Story of Shilpi.

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