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Question 18 Marks
You have recently moved to a new neighbourhood in your city. Describe the new neighbourhood comparing it to the one you have just left.
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Living in a good neighborhood enhances the quality of life. Fortunately, I recently moved to a new house in a wonderful locality that far surpasses our previous one. The new area is equipped with various amenities and boasts a pleasant atmosphere. Education and employment levels are high among the residents. The presence of a nearby park and gym adds to the appeal. Essential facilities like banks, grocery stores, eateries, and medical shops are conveniently accessible. Moreover, the transportation system is efficient, with buses connecting different parts of the city and a railway station within walking distance. Our previous neighborhood was less fortunate, plagued by quarrels and mischievous children causing damage to property and gardens. In contrast, the new neighborhood promotes peace and harmony. Residents readily assist each other during emergencies and enjoy spending time together, celebrating festivals and occasions as a united, happy family. Sharing both joys and sorrows has fostered strong bonds among us. In conclusion, living in this calm and joyful neighborhood has been a true delight.
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Question 28 Marks
Joint Family or Nuclear Family there is no guarantee of a happy family. Write a paragraph exploring the idea of a nuclear family and if it should be the ideal choice. You could think about what alternative explanation might weaker or strengthen the given statement. Include rationale and evidences.
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The nuclear family or smaller family is usually preferred and recommended in today's modern lifestyle as it gives more freedom, financial stability and independence when compared to the joint family structure.
While less conflict and decreased family stress is an advantage of the nuclear family, it also puts the family at a disadvantage. Conflict is a part of life, and conflict resolution skills are beneficial in school, community and the workplace. Nuclear families can develop like-minded thinking, leading to fewer arguments within the family unit. While joint family is like a nursery to teach social virtues. It helps to develop social virtues like co-operation, sympathy, sacrifice, affection, spirit of selfless service, obedience and broad- mindedness. Feeling of loneliness is one of important drawbacks in nuclear family. At the time of emergency one can get any help and support from other members. Joint family acts as insurance for the members of the family at the time of crisis. It provides social security to its members especially to the old, the infirm, the unemployed persons, the orphans, the widowed daughters and sisters as well.
The choice to raise a family by the nuclear model does not guarantee success or happiness but can provide a basis for obtaining those ideals. Awareness of the possible advantages and disadvantages allows a big-picture view of this family structure. No family is perfect, but when you work together with family members, you ensure the best possible outcomes for everyone involved.
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Paragraph writing: [8M] - ENGLISH [Communicative] STD 9 Questions - Vidyadip