On Equality Grade 7 Social Week 1 Session 3

1. What was the significance of Rosa Parks' action in 1955?

• She fought for women's rights in the workplace.

• She campaigned for better healthcare for African Americans.

• She became the first African American mayor in the USA.

• She refused to give up her seat on a bus, sparking the Civil Rights Movement.

2. Which of the following was a major impact of the Civil Rights Act of 1964?

• It allowed racial segregation in schools.

• It restricted African Americans from voting.

• It made discrimination based on race, religion, or nationality illegal.

• It gave only economic benefits to a few minority groups.

3. Why is true equality still a challenge in democracies?

• Laws can change, but deep-rooted social attitudes take time to evolve.

• The government does not create enough laws.

• People do not value democracy.

• Equality is already achieved in every democracy.

4. Which of the following is an example of economic inequality?

• a) Some people are paid more because they work harder.

• b) Poor children have fewer educational opportunities than rich children.

• c) Schools provide free books to all students.

• d) Citizens of a country follow different religions.

5. How does caste discrimination continue to affect equality in India?

• a) Dalit children still face unequal treatment in some schools.

• b) All people in India are treated equally, so caste discrimination is no longer an issue.

• c) The government has banned caste-based reservations.

• d) Only private institutions practice caste discrimination.

6. What is one way citizens can help reduce inequality in a democracy?

• a) By staying silent and letting the government handle all issues.

• b) By raising awareness, participating in movements, and challenging injustice.

• c) By restricting certain groups from participating in the economy.

• d) By ensuring that only educated people have voting rights.

7. What is necessary, apart from laws, to ensure true equality in society?

• a) A shift in people's attitudes and beliefs about fairness and dignity.

• b) More elections to choose better leaders.

• c) Less participation of common citizens in decision-making.

• d) Increased government control over private businesses.