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What societal issue does the glass bangle industry primarily reflect in Firozabad?

Advanced technology replacing traditional methods
The effects of caste stigma and poverty (correct)
A lack of education and awareness
High demand for glass bangles during festivals

Which of the following describes a significant hazard of working in the glass bangle industry?

High wage increases year over year
Exposure to toxic substances (correct)
Negligible competition from other industries
Continuous improvement in working conditions

What is a prevalent feeling among the young men working in the bangle industry?

Frustration with the lack of leadership (correct)
Hopeful for a prosperous future
Confidence in their ability to innovate
Desire to expand into international markets

What might be a reason the families involved in the bangle industry avoid organizing into cooperatives?

Risk of legal repercussions from police (C) Signup and view all the answers

How has the historical context affected the current generation working in the bangle industry?

They have inherited a legacy of toil and limited dreams (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'mind-numbing toil' imply about the working conditions in the bangle industry?

The repetitive nature of work leads to mental exhaustion (B) Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of life do the bangles primarily symbolize for Indian women?

Marriage and auspiciousness (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why might the conversation among the families in the bangle industry be described as moving in a spiral?

They circle through themes of poverty and apathy repeatedly (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant hazard faced by children working in the glass bangle industry?

Exposure to high temperatures and unsafe conditions (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why are parents in Firozabad likely unaware that child labor is illegal?

They believe the work is necessary for survival (C) Signup and view all the answers

What dream does Mukesh aspire to achieve?

To drive a car (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a common misconception held by Mukesh and other children about their work?

They are unaware of the long-term health risks (A) Signup and view all the answers

What impact does working in the glass furnaces have on the children’s health?

It causes them to lose their eyesight (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'his dream looms like a mirage' suggest about Mukesh's aspirations?

His aspirations are distant and unrealistic (B) Signup and view all the answers

In what way does Saheb's situation contrast with Mukesh’s?

Saheb doesn't dream of a better life compared to Mukesh (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason children like Mukesh end up working in the glass industry?

Family traditions and roles (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant health hazard faced by children in the glass bangle industry?

Loss of eyesight due to prolonged exposure to dim lighting (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mukesh's grandmother believe that their lineage cannot be changed?

They have ancestral skills passed down through generations (B) Signup and view all the answers

What role does the young woman in the shack play in her family?

She oversees the making of bangles while cooking (C) Signup and view all the answers

What does the veil worn by the bahu symbolize in the context of the household?

Her respect towards male elders (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mukesh's family currently live in a half-built shack?

They have never been able to afford proper housing (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main occupation of Mukesh's family?

Manufacturing glass bangles (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the phrase 'eyes filled with smoke' when describing the woman cooking?

She is accustomed to the hazardous working conditions (B) Signup and view all the answers

What colors are mentioned to describe the bangles in Firozabad?

Gold, green, blue, pink, and purple (C) Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Firozabad bangle makers

A community in Firozabad, India, whose primary occupation is making bangles, often leading to blindness in children.

Inherited poverty

Poverty passed down through generations due to limited opportunities or skills.

Bangle making as destiny

The belief that bangle-making is the predetermined path for the community's people.

Impact of poverty on education

Poverty often hinders children's access to education because of the limited resources and need for labor within the families.