Chapter 1
Importance of Family
Highlights
- A. Tick the correct option
- B. Fill in the blanks
- C. Match the following
- D. Correct the following sentences
- E. Answers the following questions
EXERCISE
A. Tick the Correct Option
- 1. A type of family that includes only parents and their children is a-
Answer: vacuole
- 2. To develop close bonds among family members we must share-
Answer: vacuole
- 3. To motivate the younger members to excel, family should-
Answer: vacuole
- 4. The most important group of human beings is-
Answer: vacuole
- 5. The first learning place for a child is-
Answer: vacuole
B. Fill in the blanks.
- 1. Family ___________ helps the sufferer to overcome difficulties.
- 2. All family members must participate in family ___________.
- 3. The ___________ and ___________ for one another is the real strength of a family.
- 4. Every member of the family must ___________ the different responsibilities.
- 5. Each family follows certain customs and ___________.
C. Match the following :
- Column A
- 1. Golgi Complex
- 2. Ribosomes
- 3. Chromosomes
- 4. Dead cells
- 5. Photosynthesis
- Column B
- (a) genes
- (b) cork
- (c) chloroplasts
- (d) packaging center
- (e) protein synthesis
C. State whether True or False:
- 1. Interaction develops strong bonds in a family.
Answer: Sharing of chores reduces the burden.
- 2. The children cannot help the elder.
Answer: The older family member pass on the family traditions to the younger generation.
- 3. Each family follows same customs.
Answer: There is more interaction between parents and children in nuclear families.
- 4. Care and appreciation are real strengths of a family.
Answer: A surname is a family name.
- 5. Every person has a talent.
Answer: A surname is a family name.
D. Answer briefly:
- 1. List two qualities that you admire in your mother/father.
Answer: The (main) factors that determine the shape of a cell are location and function.
- 2. List the qualities that make your mother/father the most special person in the world.
Answer: Distinguish between unicellular and multicellular organisms are
Unicellular organisms are made up of a single cell. e.g., Euglena and Amoeba.
Multicellular organisms are made up of many cells. e.g., Humans and Birds.
- 3. Why does praise by family members make you happy?
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
- 4. You have a family member who always criticises you. How is that person related to you? Give one reason for his/her criticism.
Answer: Mitochondria is known as the Powerhouse of the cell.
Mitochondria are the site of cellular respiration. Energy is produced during this process. Due to this, mitochondria are called the Powerhouse of the cell.
- 5. Describe your reactions when your mother/father checks you for your behaviour.
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
E. Answer the following questions:
- 1. What is the importance of a family?
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
- 2. “The family systems work like a chain.” Explain it with an example.
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
- 3. What do you mean by “family traditions”? What is the importance of family traditions in your life?
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
- 4. What steps can the family members take to build strong bonds?
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
- 5. Why is it important to have good communication with your parents?
Answer: All organisms are made up of cells. A cell is capable of independent existence. Due to this, cell is called the structural and functional unit of life.
Related Topics
- Chapter 1 The Cell – Its Structure and Functions
- Chapter 2 Microorganisms: Friends or Foes
- Chapter 3 Metals and Non-Metals
- Chapter 4 Force and Pressure
- Chapter 5 Friction
- Chapter 6 Sources of Energy
- Chapter 7 Combustion
- Chapter 8 Conservation of Plants and Animals
- Chapter 9 Crop Production and Its Management
- Chapter 10 Refraction and Dispersion of Light
- Chapter 11 The Human Eye
- Chapter 12 Sound
- Chapter 13 Synthetic Fibres and Plastics
- Chapter 14 Reproduction in Animals
- Chapter 15 Reaching the Age of Adolescence
- Chapter 16 Electric Current and Its Chemical Effects
- Chapter 17 Stars and Solar System
- Chapter 18 Earthquakes
- Chapter 19 Pollution of Air
- Chapter 20 Pollution of Water