10 Questions
What is the overall tone of the description provided about the three villages?
Peaceful and calm
Which phrase best summarizes the condition of the children in these villages?
Malnourished and pale
Why does the text mention 'abandons distress suffered and recalls empty promises of independence'?
To show the disappointment faced by the villagers
What is the main challenge faced by the conventional schooling system in these remote areas?
Lack of resources and infrastructure
What does the text imply about the impact of man's usage of nature in these villages?
Nature has suffered from destructive actions
Why do many children in poor and deprived communities not attend school?
Mainly because families cannot afford the direct and indirect costs associated with schooling.
What was a significant barrier to access healthcare in the villages described in the text?
Inadequate transportation to convey pregnant women to the hospital during emergencies.
What obstacle prevented the villages from uniting around a common cause despite facing many socioeconomic problems?
Deep tribal and ethnic divisions within the communities.
What personal experience prompted the author to help the settlements described in the text?
Finding a sick girl alone at home with no medical care.
What impact did the death of Sara have on the author?
It galvanized the author to assist and support the settlements described in the text.
Study Notes
Challenges in Rural Communities
- Many settlements and communities in rural areas are sparsely populated and scattered, making distance a major obstacle to accessing education and healthcare.
- High costs of schooling, including uniforms, books, and writing materials, are a significant barrier to education for poor and deprived communities.
- Indirect costs, such as income loss from a child's potential employment or contribution to household revenue, also hinder access to education.
Healthcare Challenges
- Access to healthcare is limited in rural areas, resulting in avoidable deaths, such as the case of three pregnant women who died due to complications during delivery due to lack of transportation to a district hospital.
- A seven-year-old girl, Sara, died due to lack of access to healthcare, which had a profound impact on the author.
Education in Rural Areas
- The conventional schooling system is unable to thrive in remote areas due to the peculiar demographic characteristics and socioeconomic challenges.
- The only school in the village was in a terrible state, with no roof and no teachers.
The Story Behind the Communities
- The villages of Kramokrom, Camp, and Nyame Bekyere in the Central Region of Ghana were visited by the author, who was struck by their beauty and peacefulness.
- However, upon closer inspection, the author discovered deep tribal and ethnic divisions, socioeconomic problems, and a lack of unity among the community members.
- The story highlights the struggles of the people, including malnourished and pale infants, and the cry for help from the community.
Test your knowledge on a story set in the three villages of Kramokrom, Camp, and Nyame Bekyere in the Central Region of Ghana. Explore the scenic description of the night sky, nature, and community activities depicted in the text.
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