Class 6 SST Chapter 9, “Family and Community,” helps students understand the importance of family life and the role of community in shaping our values and identity. Family is the first place where a child learns love, care, discipline, and cooperation. This chapter teaches that both family and community play a vital role in our lives. They provide support, security, and a sense of belonging.
Questions, Activities and Projects – Answers(Question and Answer Class 6 SST Chapter 9)
1. What are some of the rules you follow in your family and neighbourhood? Why are they important?
In my family, we follow certain rules such as:
- Respecting elders
- Helping with household chores
- Completing homework on time
- Speaking politely to each other
- Taking decisions after discussion
In our neighbourhood:
- We maintain cleanliness
- Avoid making unnecessary noise
- Celebrate festivals together
- Help neighbours in times of need
These rules are important because they maintain discipline, harmony, cooperation, and mutual respect in both family and community life.
2. Do you think some rules are unfair to a few people in the
family or community? Why?
Yes, sometimes certain rules may be unfair. For example:
- If household work is given only to women
- If children are not allowed to express their opinions
- If one person is burdened with too many responsibilities
Such rules are unfair because they do not promote equality and justice. A family and community should treat all members with fairness and respect.
3. Describe several situations that you have observed where community support makes a difference. You can draw or write about these.
Community support makes a big difference in many situations, such as:
- During floods or natural disasters, people distribute food and clothes.
- When someone is sick, neighbours help with daily needs.
- During festivals, people come together to organise events.
- In villages, people help each other during farming activities.
These examples show that community cooperation strengthens unity and helps people in difficult times.