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What is the meaning of 'premature' in the context of a baby's birth?
What is the meaning of 'premature' in the context of a baby's birth?
- Born after a gestation period of less than the normal time (correct)
- Born after a normal gestation period
- Born with a rare genetic disorder
- Born with a physical disability
What is the primary purpose of meditation according to the text?
What is the primary purpose of meditation according to the text?
- For spiritual purposes (correct)
- To create decorative needlework
- To show regard for others
- To overcome poverty
What is 'embroidery' used to describe in the given text?
What is 'embroidery' used to describe in the given text?
- A type of fabric
- A type of spicy relish
- Decorative needlework (correct)
- A type of jewelry
What is the meaning of 'obsession' in the given text?
What is the meaning of 'obsession' in the given text?
What is the meaning of 'dishonor' in the given text?
What is the meaning of 'dishonor' in the given text?
What is the meaning of 'engagement' in the given text?
What is the meaning of 'engagement' in the given text?
Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:
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Study Notes
Meditation and Forgiveness
- Meditate: think intently and at length, often for spiritual purposes
- Option to meditate on the word "om"
- Forgiveness: overcoming offense, with a willingness to pardon a first offense
Premature Birth and Cultural Practices
- Premature birth: born after a gestation period of less than the normal time
- Sari: a draped dress worn primarily by Hindu women
- Embroidery: decorative needlework, often enjoyed by women who appreciate fabric and craft
Obsession and Submission
- Obsession: an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something
- Example: an obsession with samosas
- Submit: to refer something for judgment or consideration
- Example: submitting a comic to a contest
Ancestry and Heritage
- Ancestor: someone from whom you are descended
- Example: Rajasthani ancestors
Food and Culture
- Chutney: a spicy relish usually made with fruit, vinegar, and spices
- Example: coconut chutney
- Bangle: jewelry worn around the wrist for decoration
- Example: wearing bangles, bhabi?
Social Issues and Relationships
- Poverty: the state of having little or no money and possessions
- Injustice: the practice of being unfair
- Dishonor: a state of shame or disgrace
- Example: bringing dishonor to a family
- Engagement: a mutual promise to marry
- Example: a canceled engagement
- Independence: freedom from external control and constraint
- Example: being independent and self-sufficient
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