Child Labor in Glass Furnaces

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What can be inferred about the wife of Mukesh's elder brother based on the text?

She is struggling to balance family responsibilities while being underappreciated. (correct)
She is a wealthy and respected individual in the community.
She is a skilled glassworker in the high-temperature furnaces.
She is determined to break traditional gender roles in her community.

How do the living conditions described in the text reflect the economic struggles faced by the families in this community?

The families have access to luxurious amenities, showcasing their wealth.
The houses are described as hovels with crumbling walls, highlighting poverty. (correct)
The homes are modern and well-furnished, indicating economic prosperity.
The community members are all well-educated and hold prestigious jobs.

What traditional custom is highlighted in the text regarding daughters-in-law in the household?

Daughters-in-law are exempt from participating in family meals.
Daughters-in-law are expected to take charge of all household chores.
Daughters-in-law must always veil their faces in front of male elders. (correct)
Daughters-in-law have the responsibility to provide financially for the family.

How does the description of Mukesh's environment relate to the theme of generational traditions and customs?

The family strictly adheres to generational customs passed down through the years. (C) Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the description of Mukesh's home environment shed light on artisan skills and traditional crafts?

The text doesn't provide any insight into artisan skills within the family. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How does Mukesh's eagerness to show his rebuilding home contrast with his family's current living conditions?

It highlights his desire for a better quality of life despite their struggles. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How are reflexive pronouns used in sentences 1 and 4?

To convey emphasis (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using reflexive pronouns in sentences 2 and 3?

To replace personal pronouns (C) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what is the significance of the phrase 'shovelled charcoal into the maw of the furnace'?

It describes a routine task at an iron plant (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does a crofter typically do?

Rents or owns a small farm, especially in Scotland (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is one sub-theme discussed?

Human emotional needs and behavior (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of small group discussions mentioned in the text?

The portrayal of characters in fiction (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason the elder in the text is unable to renovate a house or send his sons to school?

Economic hardships despite years of hard work (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the grandmother imply with her statement about 'god-given lineage'?

Highlighting the influence of caste on professions in their family (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does Mukesh's grandmother suggest about the tradition of bangle-making within their family?

It is a skill that should be preserved and passed down through generations (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that artisan skills are perceived in the community?

As a source of pride and cultural heritage (D) Signup and view all the answers

What role does gender play in the traditional craft of bangle-making described in the text?

Both boys and girls are involved in learning and practicing bangle-making (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text portray the impact of poverty on the future prospects of children in impoverished communities?

It highlights how poverty leads to children inheriting their parents' occupations (D) Signup and view all the answers