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On the basis of your understanding of the above passage, answer the following questions.

1. According to the writer, why are people interested to migrate to the West?
(a) They want to escape the evils of the Indian society without trying to find the solution.

(b) They want to live a lavish life like they see in the movies.
(c) They find living in the West cheaper than India.
(d) The curiosity to explore other cultures and lands is increasing among people
these days.

2. What do you understand by the term ‘happiness’ as mentioned in the lesson?
(a) Happiness can be achieved from outside world.

(b) Happiness can be attained by making more money.
(c) Happiness resides in living away from others.
(d) Happiness lies within the mind of the individual.

3. What do you think is the big difference between our forefathers and us?
(a) Our forefathers possessed a spirit of sacrifice, whereas we seek the help of others.

(b) Our forefathers looked for possessions, whereas we strive to achieve peace of
mind.
(c) Our forefathers took pride in simple living, possessed a spirit of sacrifice while
we strive for material comforts.
(d) Our forefathers believed that happiness lies in outside sources while we feel
happiness comes from children.

4. How does the joint family system help a child to become a good human being?
(a) Joint family inculcates respect into a child.

(b) Joint family provides values of respect, tolerance, responsibility, integrity, etc.
(c) They prioritise values of respect and integrity.
(d) all of the above

5. According to the passage, what concept did our forefathers base their life upon?
(a) Simple living and simple thinking

(b) Simple living and high thinking
(c) High living and simple thinking
(d) High living and high thinking

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