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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

<p>An unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'dishonor' in the given text?

<p>A state of shame or disgrace (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of 'engagement' in the given text?

<p>A promise to marry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>meditate = to think intently and at length, often for spiritual purposes offense = an unhealthy and compulsive preoccupation with something ancestor = a state of having little or no money and possessions obsession = a failure to show regard for others</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>premature = born after a normal gestation period sari = a type of jewelry worn around the wrist bangle = a draped dress worn primarily by Hindu women poverty = born after a gestation period of less than the normal time</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>embroidery = a mutual promise to marry chutney = decorative needlework injustice = a spicy relish usually made with fruit, vinegar, and spices engagement = the practice of being unfair</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>ancestor = someone from whom you are descended poverty = a state of shame or disgrace dishonor = the state of having little or no money and possessions injustice = a failure to show regard for others</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>sari = a type of jewelry worn around the wrist bangle = a draped dress worn primarily by Hindu women chutney = a type of clothing worn by men embroidery = a type of food relish</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the given words with their corresponding meanings:

<p>submission = to refer something for judgment or consideration forgive = to think intently and at length, often for spiritual purposes meditate = to pardon someone for their wrongdoing offense = a failure to show regard for others</p> Signup and view all the answers

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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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