What are the three main things you will learn about gender equality in this chapter?
You will learn about the need to respect one another, equality amongst boys and girls, and that girls and boys must get equal opportunities.
How are people sometimes treated unfairly around the world?
People are sometimes treated differently and unfairly based on the group they belong to.
What is the definition of gender roles?
Gender roles are the expected ways boys and girls are supposed to behave, dress, speak, and act, which often differ between males and females.
In what way are boys often given more importance than girls in many families?
In many families, boys are given more importance than girls, which can lead to unfair treatment.
According to the chapter, what has unfair treatment of girls and women often led to?
Unfair treatment of girls and women has often led to them not being allowed to go to school and being married off at a young age.
How are girls and boys given equal opportunities in co-educational schools today?
In co-educational schools, girls and boys study the same subjects, play the same games, and take part in the same competitions, quizzes, and debates.
Give an example of how gender roles in homes are changing regarding work outside and inside the home.
In some families, men look after the home and women go out to work, showing a change in traditional household gender roles.
Name two careers mentioned in the chapter that women now commonly pursue.
Women now commonly pursue careers such as doctors, engineers, scientists, astronauts, and athletes.
What specific examples of sports teams are mentioned that demonstrate equal opportunities for men and women?
The chapter mentions women’s and men’s cricket and football teams as examples of equal opportunities in sports.
Why is it important to maintain a balance in the number of males and females in a country?
It is important to keep a balance in the number of males and females for the human race to continue living and thriving.
Who was the first and only woman Prime Minister in India, as mentioned in the chapter?
Indira Gandhi was the first and only woman Prime Minister in India.
What important lesson does the chapter convey regarding who can perform certain tasks or jobs, regardless of gender?
The chapter conveys that both boys and girls can do the same kind of work and achieve success in diverse professions, as talent and capability are not limited by gender.