MCQ on Family and Community Class 6
Class 6 Social Science Chapter 9 MCQ Family and Community
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
What is a joint family?
(a) A family consisting of a couple and their children.
(b) A family where only grandparents live with parents.
(c) A family with several generations living together.
(d) A family that includes only siblings.
Answer:
(c) A family with several generations living together.
Question 2.
In which language do cousins typically not have a specific term, being referred to as brothers or sisters?
(a) Hindi
(b) Tamil
(c) English
(d) French
Answer:
(b) Tamil
Question 3.
What is the primary value taught within the family according to the text?
(a) Wealth accumulation
(b) Cooperation
(c) Independence
(d) Competition
Answer:
(b) Cooperation
Question 4.
What does ‘dharma’ refer to in Indian culture?
(a) Service
(b) Duty
(c) Charity
(d) Non-violence
Answer:
(b) Duty
Question 5.
What does the term ‘halma’ refer to in the Bhil community?
(a) A type of festival
(b) A tradition of supporting individuals or families – in crisis
(c) A type of food
(d) A specific family role
Answer:
(b) A tradition of supporting individuals or families – in crisis
Question 6.
In a joint family in India, which of the following members is NOT typically included?
(a) Grandparents
(b) Parents
(c) Only the couple
(d) Uncles and aunts
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
A joint family includes extended members like grandparents and uncles. A couple alone forms a nuclear family, not a joint one.
Question 7.
Which of the following values is NOT traditionally emphasised in Indian family culture?
(a) Ahimsa (non-Violence)
(b) Dana (giving)
(c) Greed
(d) Tyaga (sacrifice)
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Indian culture values non-violence, charity, and sacrifice, but greed is generally discouraged and not emphasised.
Question 8.
The Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh addressed water shortages by:
(a) Planting trees and building water harvesting structures
(b) Importing water from other regions
(c) Reducing water usage in households
(d) None of the above
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
The Bhil community tackled water shortages by planting trees and building water harvesting structures, promoting sustainability.
Question 9.
In urban areas, what is an example of a modern community initiative mentioned in the content?
(a) Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs)
(b) Village farming cooperatives
(c) Traditional village festivals
(d) None of the above
Answer:
Option (a) is correct
Explanation:
Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs) are modern urban initiatives where locals collaborate on community issues and improvements.
Question 10.
The Chennai floods of 2015 saw:
(a) Government agencies taking primary responsibility.
(b) Private groups, especially religious organisations, providing relief.
(c) No significant community involvement.
(d) International aid being the main source of relief.
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
During the Chennai floods, private and religious groups were key in providing relief, showcasing strong community involvemet.
Assertion-Reason Type Questions
I. There are two statements in each question marked as Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Choose your answer as per the options given below:
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(b) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(c) (A) is correct but (R) is wrong.
(d) (A) is wrong but (R) is correct.
Question 1.
Assertion (A): The concept of ‘Cooperation’ involves working together towards common goals.
Reason (R): Cooperation means each member performs tasks independently.
Answer:
(c) (A) is correct but (R) is wrong
Question 2.
Assertion (A): The family is described as a ‘school’ in the text.
Reason (R): The family teaches children important values and duties.
Answer:
(a) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
II. Questions 1 to 5 are assertion and reason -based questions.
Following options should be used for these questions.
(a) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is the correct of Assertion (A).
(b) Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, but Reason (R) is not the correct explanational of Assertion (A).
(C) Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R)
(D) Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.
Question 1.
Assertion (A): In a joint family, many genera live together under one roof.
Reason (R): In Indian culture, the concept of family emphasises cooperation and interdependence among all members.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
In a joint family system, multiple generations live together, which aligns with the Indian cultural value of cooperation and interdependence. This cultural emphasis supports the structure of a joint family where generations share responsibilities and resources.
Question 2.
Assertion (A): Cousins are considered like brothers and sisters in most Indian languages.
Reason (R): There isn’t a specific word for ‘cousin’ in many Indian languages.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
There isn’t a specific word for ‘cousin’ in most Indian languages because cousins a,e considered just like brothers and sisters, shovving how close family ties are.
Question 3.
Assertion (A): Communities are essential f0r the functioning of societies.
Reason (R): Communities come together t0 celebrate festivals, organise events, and support, each other in times of need.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
Communities are important because they come together celebrate festivals organic events, and support each other, which helps the whole society work better.
Question 4.
Assertion (A): The Bhil community in Madhya Pradesh planted thousands of trees to combat water shortages.
Reason (R): The Bhil community performed this act as a duty towards their environment and society.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
The Bhil community s tree-planting initiative addresses environmental and societal needs, reflecting their sense of duty towards both.
Fill in the Blanks
1. A _____ family consists of several generations living together.
Answer:
joint
2. In English, there are not many terms to describe _____ relationships.
Answer:
family
3. The principle of doing one’s _____is an important concept in Indian culture.
Answer:
duty
4. _____ is a key value that involves selfless service to others.
Answer:
Seva
5. The Bhil community in Jhabua worked on _____ to conserve rainwater.
Answer:
water harvesting
6. In a nuclear family, the members typically include a couple and their ________.
Answer:
Children
7. The Indian term for ‘uncle’ is ________.
Answer:
chacha
8. Communities often come together to ________ in times of need.
Answer:
Support each other
9. The Bhil community’s initiative to combat water shortage is an example of ________.
Answer:
Community service
10. In Ahmedabad, Kamal Parmar helped ________ children by providing them with education and dinner.
Answer:
Underprivileged
True or False
1. A nuclear family includes grandparents, parents, uncles, and aunts.
Answer:
False
2. ‘Dharma’ refers to doing one’s duty.
Answer:
True
3. The Bhil community is known for its tradition of planting trees and conserving water.
Answer:
True
4. Kamal Parmar provided underprivileged children ‘ with school supplies.
Answer:
False
5. ‘Ahimsa’ means charity in Indian culture.
Answer:
False
6. A nuclear family in India includes grandparents and extended family members.
Answer:
False
7. The Bhil community’s water conservation efforts were rewarded with the Padma Shri award.
Answer:
True
8. Indian languages have fewer terms for family relationships compared to English.
Answer:
False
9. Modern communities like Residents’ Welfare Associations (RWAs) often create their own rules.
Answer:
True
10. Kamal Parmar in Ahmedabad provided free education to children after his work hours.
Answer:
True
Match the Following
Question 1.
| 1. Joint Family | (a) Couple and their children |
| 2. Nuclear Family | (b) Several generations living together |
| 3. Ahimsa | (c) Paternal uncle |
| 4. Acchamma | (d) Non-violence |
| 5. Chittappa | (e) Paternal grandmother |
Answer:
| 1. Joint Family | (b) Several generations living together |
| 2. Nuclear Family | (a) Couple and their children |
| 3. Ahimsa | (d) Non-violence |
| 4. Acchamma | (e) Paternal grandmother |
| 5. Chittappa | (c) Paternal uncle |
Question 2.
| Column A | Column B |
| (1) Joint family members | (i) Dug many trenches |
| (2) The Tamil language has terms for | (ii) Grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, etc. |
| (3) Community response during the Chennai floods | (iii) Elder and younger siblings |
| (4) Bhil community’s action to conserve water | (iv) Providing food and aid without payment |
| (5) Modern community initiative in Ahmedabad | (v) Educating underprivileged children |
Answer:
| Column A | Column B |
| (1) Joint family members | (ii) Grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, etc. |
| (2) The Tamil language has terms for | (iii) Elder and younger siblings |
| (3) Community response during the Chennai floods | (iv) Providing food and aid without payment |
| (4) Bhil community’s action to conserve water | (i) Dug many trenches |
| (5) Modern community initiative in Ahmedabad | (v) Educating underprivileged children |
Passage Based Questions
I. Read the following source and answer the following questions:
Most people live in families, the oldest and most fundamental unit of society. In India, families can be joint or nuclear. A joint family includes multiple generations living together, such as grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, and cousins, while a nuclear family consists of a couple and their children or just one parent and children. Indian languages have many specific terms for family relationships, unlike English. For example, Hindi uses terms like bua and chacha, and Tamil differentiates between elder and younger siblings. Notably, most Indian languages do not have a separate word for ‘cousin/ reflecting the close bonds among family members.
Question 1.
What are the two main types of families mentioned in the passage?
(a) Extended and Simple
(b) Joint and Nuclear
(c) Traditional and Modern
(d) Large and Small
Answer:
Option (b) is correct
Explanation:
The passage mentions joint and nuclear families as the two main types.
Question 2.
In a joint family, who are the typical members included?
(a) A couple and their children
(b) Grandparents, parents, uncles, aunts, and cousins
(c) Only siblings and their children
(d) A single parent and children
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
A joint family typically multiple generations such as grandparents uncles, aunts, and cousins.
Question 3.
What is a nuclear family composed of according to the passage?
(a) Parents and their children
(b) Grandparents and their grandchildren
(c) A couple and their children or a single parent and children
(d) Only siblings
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
The passage defines a nuclear family as consisting of a couple and their children or sometimes just one parent and children.
Question 4.
Which language terms are mentioned as examples for family relationships?
(a) Hindi and Sanskrit
(b) Tamil and Kannada
(c) Hindi and Tamil
(d) Sanskrit and Telugu
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Hindi and Tamil are mentioned as languages with specific terms for family relationships.
Question 5.
Why is there no specific word for ‘cousin in most Indian languages?
(a) Because cousins are considered just like brothers and sisters.
(b) Because the concept of cousins does not exist.
(c) Because the term is not necessary in Indian culture.
(d) Because cousins are rarely seen in families.
Answer:
Option (a) is correct
Explanation:
In most Indian languages, there b no specific word for ‘cousin’ because cousins are considered as close as brothers and sisters.
II. Read the following source and answer the following questions:
Families are connected not only within themselves, but also with other families and the people around them. Such a group of connected people may be called a community (there are other meanings for ‘community’, depending on the context). Members of a community come together for various reasons, like celebrating festivals and organising feasts’, weddings and other events. In some villages, people come together to support each other with agricultural practices like land preparation, sowing and harvesting. Over time, communities often agreed upon some practices on the use of shared natural wealth and resources such as water, grazing lands and forest produce.
Question 1.
What term is used to describe a group of connected families?
(a) Society
(b) Community
(c) Clan
(d) Tribe
Answer:
Option (b) is correct.
Explanation:
A group of connected families is referred to as a ‘community’.
Question 2.
Why do members of a community come together?
(a) For political discussions
(b) For religious conversions
(c) For celebrating festivals and organising events
(d) For business purposes
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Community members gather to celebrate festivals, organise feasts, weddings, and other events.
Question 3.
In some sillages, how do community members support each other?
(a) By sharing food
(b) By organising social events
(c) Through agricultural practices like land preparation and harvesting
(d) By building homes together
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Community members support each other through agricultural practices like land preparation, sowing, and harvesting.
Question 4.
What did communities agree upon over time regarding shared resources?
(a) Ownership rights
(b) Distribution of food
(c) Practices for using water, grazing lands, and forest produce
(d) Building regulations
Answer:
Option (c) is correct.
Explanation:
Communities agreed on practices for the use of shared resources such as water, grazing lands, and forest produce.
Question 5.
Which activities are examples of how communities in villages support each other?
(a) Celebrating weddings and feasts
(b) Conducting business
(c) Holding religious ceremonies
(d) Importing goods
Answer:
Option (a) is correct.
Explanation:
Communities in villages support each other by celebrating weddings, feasts, and other community events.
Self-Assessment
Multiple Choice Questions
Question 1.
What kind of work did Kamal Parmar da for underprivileged children?
(a) He provided them with free clothing.
(b) He gave them free tuition and dinner.
(c) He built schools for them.
(d) He arranged for their medical care.
Question 2.
What is a major responsibility of parents as described in the text?
(a) To provide financial support
(b) To raise their children as happy and responsible individuals
(c) To ensure their children become famous
(d) To manage household chores
Question 3.
Which of the following is NOT a value mentioned in the text?
(a) Ahimsa
(b) Dana
(c) Tyaga
(d) Ambition
Question 4.
How did the Bhil community help during the water crisis in Jhabua?
(a) By donating money
(b) By planting trees and digging trenches
(c) By providing medical aid
(d) By organizing food drives
Question 5.
Which award was given to Shri Mahesh Sharma for his work with the Bhil communities?
(a) Padma Bhushan
(b) Padma Shri
(c) Bharat Rama
(d) Rajiv Gandhi Khel Rama
Fill in the Blanks
Question 1.
Kamal Parmar provided free ______ and dinner to underprivileged children.
Question 2.
In many Indian languages, there is no specific word for ______ they are referred to as brothers or sisters.
Question 3.
______ involves working together towards a common goal.
Question 4.
The family is also described as a where children learn important values.
Question 5.
______ is a term used for paternal grandmother in some Indian cultures.
True/False
Question 1.
Indian languages often have specific words for cousins.
Question 2.
The text describes a community as a group of people living together with shared interests.
Question 3.
The term ‘Residents’ Welfare Associations’ is used to describe communities in urban areas.
Question 4.
Tyaga is the principle of non-violence.
Question 5.
Shalini received the silk dress she expected for the Onam festival.
Practice Questions
Question 6.
What is Seva?
Question 7.
Who helps Shalini’s father in the story?
Question 8.
What did Kamal Parmar provide to underprivileged children?
Question 9.
Which award did Shri Mahesh Sharma receive?
Question 10.
What does Tyaga mean?
Question 11.
What role did Kamal Parmar play in supporting underprivileged children?
Question 12.
What does ‘Cooperation’ mean in the context of family and community?
Question 13.
How did Shalini’s grandmother explain the importance of family support?
Question 14.
How does community involvement differ in urban and rural contexts according to the text?
Question 15.
What values are reflected in Kamal Parmar’s initiative?