English - Prose Chapter 7: A Child is born Long Answer Questions
Long Questions Answer
1 How are the ways of managing childbirth in traditional societies useful ?
Ans – The ways of managing childbirth in traditional societies are very useful . They are many and varied in traditional societies; mothers are supported culturally and collectively . She is cared for by her husband, Relatives and the other members of her family .
2 How is childbirth a family affair in traditional society ?
Ans – In traditional societies , since when a woman gets pregnant , she is treated like a princess . All the members of her family give her a VIP protocol . She does not feel any insecurity during her pregnancy . Her husband , mother-in-law and all the other members take care of her requirements. All the members participate collectively in all the rituals .
3 Why is the mortality rate higher in traditional society during childbirth ?
Ans – The mortality rate during childbirth is higher in traditional society because of the absence of proper treatment . They did not get proper medical care during pregnancy and childbirth . The people from traditional Society avoid going to the Hospital . Actually, except for remarkable accidents, birth is always attended in their society . A large number of them depends upon traditional system of treatment and also in superstitions belief
4. How are the children of a joint family in Bangladesh looked after ?
Ans – In Bangladesh , children are looked after by the whole family . They are reared together ; the works of the daughter in laws are divided , one of them bathes them all , one of them cooks the meal , and another feeds them . In the afternoon the children hear Rupthoka from their favorite aunt .
5 . In a traditional society , how is the whole matter of pregnancy a celebration ?
Ans – Really the whole matter of pregnancy is one of the celebrations in traditional societies because from the beginning of the pregnancy the mother is given proper care . After the baby is born it is an occasion of joy for the whole family . Also , the naming ceremony is held for the newborn baby . All the members celebrate it with great zeal and zest .
