What issue does the family in the story exemplify regarding decision-making?

The story exemplifies that often the preferences of the male or leader of the family dominate decision-making, leading to unequal treatment of family members.

Fill in the blank: In families, it is important for everyone to have a chance to share their thoughts to promote ___ and ___ among members.

Fairness and equality

Riddle: I help decide what we watch on TV, but my preferences often overshadow others. Who am I?

The family leader or father.

What does the situation of Pratibha and her brothers illustrate about gender roles in families?

It illustrates that girls, like Pratibha, often have stricter rules compared to boys, like Sandeep and Sanjay, indicating unfair treatment based on gender.

True or False: Boys and girls should be treated equally and have the same rules and freedoms.

True.

Fill in the blank: Pratibha must be home by 7 o'clock, or her parents will ___ her for being late.

Scold.

Riddle: I am a rule that boys may not have, but girls must follow to avoid trouble. What am I?

A curfew.

What does the difference in rules for Pratibha and her brothers suggest about society's expectations of gender?

It suggests that society often imposes stricter expectations and limitations on girls compared to boys, reinforcing gender inequality.

What lesson does Aunt Pilloo's action of paying for all seven kulfis teach about honesty?

Aunt Pilloo's action teaches the importance of being fair and honest, even when it means correcting a mistake that benefits us.

True or False: Aunt Pilloo chose to ignore the vendor's mistake because it benefited her group financially.

False. Aunt Pilloo chose to correct the vendor's mistake, showing her commitment to fairness.

What activities did Aunt Pilloo and the children enjoy at the beach?

They played in the sand and water, rode the giant wheel, ate bhelpuri, and bought balloons.

Multiple Choice: What did Aunt Pilloo do when she noticed the vendor charged for only five kulfis? A) Ignored it B) Paid for all seven C) Paid for five D) Asked for a discount

B) Paid for all seven

Caste discrimination is primarily a result of people from ___ thinking they are better than those from ___ castes.

Higher castes; lower castes

True or False: Akshay was encouraged by his grandmother to drink water at Anil's house.

False; Akshay was warned not to eat or drink anything at Anil's house.

What lesson can be learned from Akshay's hesitation to drink water at Anil’s house after the volleyball match?

It highlights the negative impact of caste discrimination and the importance of treating everyone equally.

Fill in the blank: Discriminating against someone based on their caste or background is ___ and everyone deserves to be treated with respect.

Wrong

Why does Akshay's grandmother caution him against eating or drinking at Anil's house?

She believes that their family is different due to caste distinctions.

True or False: Everyone should be judged based on their caste and social status.

False; Everyone should be treated equally and not judged based on their caste.

Fill in the blank: Standing up against discrimination means treating everyone with ___ and fairness.

Respect