Instructions
Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability in the spaces provided. Pay close attention to the number of marks allocated for each question, as this indicates the level of detail required.
SECTION B: SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
Write short answers to the questions below.
1. Say whether each of the following statements is TRUE or FALSE: (4 marks)
a) We first learn our values in our families. __________
b) In a matrilineal society, a chief's title will be inherited by the chief's son. ___________
c) Name, title, land and property is an example of traditional family line. ____________
d) What we do in the family is our family role. ___________
2. Name the islands that make up TAFEA province: (5 marks)
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- ________________
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- ________________
- ________________
3. Name the islands that make up SANMA Province: (3 marks)
- ________________
- ________________
- ________________
4. How many provinces are there in Vanuatu? (1 mark)
a) _______________________________
b) Name them: (6 marks)
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5. State four things that families do (functions of a family): (4 marks)
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- ______________________________
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6. What do the couple who have just married exchange to show that they are married in Tanna's traditional wedding? (2 marks)
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7. Discuss three ways in which the marriage ceremony in the Trobriand Islands is different from that of Tanna: (6 marks)
i. _______________________________________________________
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ii. _______________________________________________________
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iii. _______________________________________________________
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8. What changes in family life did Mr. Boe describe? Write three changes: (3 marks)
i. ____________________________________________________
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ii. ____________________________________________________
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iii. ____________________________________________________
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9. How can a conflict be solved in the family? Describe two ways: (4 marks)
i. ____________________________________________________
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ii. ____________________________________________________
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10. What is a family? (1 mark)
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11. What other group of people apart from the teachers work for Goodwill School? (3 marks)
______________________ ______________________
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Answer Key
1. True or False Statements:
a) TRUE
b) FALSE
c) TRUE
d) TRUE
2. TAFEA province islands:
- Tanna
- Aniwa
- Futuna
- Erromango
- Aneityum
3. SANMA Province islands:
- Santo (Espiritu Santo)
- Malo
- Aore
4. Provinces of Vanuatu:
a) There are six (6) provinces.
b) Names of the provinces:
- Torba
- Sanma
- Penama
- Malampa
- Shefa
- Tafea
5. Four functions of a family: (Any four of the following or similar answers)
- To provide love, care, and emotional support.
- To teach children values, language, and culture (socialization).
- To provide food, shelter, and economic support.
- To add new members to society (procreation).
- To provide protection and security.
6. Tanna traditional wedding exchange:
The couple and their families exchange traditional items such as finely woven mats, kava, and pigs to formalize the marriage.
7. Differences between Trobriand and Tanna marriage ceremonies: (Answers should highlight three key differences)
i. Public Recognition: In the Trobriand Islands, a marriage becomes official when the couple eats yams together in public, which the bride's mother has cooked. This is a simple, symbolic act. Tanna's ceremony is much larger, involving a significant exchange of goods between families.
ii. Family Involvement: While family is important in both, the Trobriand ceremony focuses on the mother of the bride's role in providing the symbolic first meal. In Tanna, the entire extended family is heavily involved in the large-scale exchange of wealth items like mats and pigs.
iii. Length and Complexity: The Trobriand ceremony is very short and simple. The Tanna wedding ceremony is a much more complex and lengthy event, involving negotiations and significant resource gathering and exchange.
8. Changes in family life described by Mr. Boe: (As this is likely from a specific text, answers should reflect common social changes. Any three of the following are acceptable.)
i. Families are becoming smaller, moving from large extended families living together to smaller nuclear families (parents and children).
ii. The roles of men and women are changing, with more women working outside the home and men helping more with household chores.
iii. Children now spend more time at school and less time learning traditional skills from their elders.
iv. Families are moving from villages to towns for work and education, weakening ties with the extended family.
9. Solving family conflict:
i. Communication: Family members can talk about the problem openly and honestly, listening to each other's point of view to find a solution that everyone can agree on.
ii. Mediation: Involving a respected and neutral person, like a grandparent, chief, or church elder, to help the family members talk through their conflict and guide them to a fair resolution.
10. What is a family?
A family is a group of people who are related by blood, marriage, or adoption. They often live together and share emotional, social, and economic support.
11. Other people who work for a school: (Any three of the following)
- Cleaner / Janitor
- Groundskeeper / Gardener
- Secretary / Bursar / Administrator
- Security Guard
- Librarian
Explanations for the Answers
1. True or False Statements:
- a) TRUE: The family is the first place we learn about the world, including what is right and wrong. These are our values.
- b) FALSE: "Matrilineal" means that heritage is traced through the mother's line. In this system, a chief's title and property would pass to his sister's son, not his own son, because his sister's son is part of his mother's lineage.
- c) TRUE: These are all examples of inheritance that are passed down through generations within a family, defining the family line.
- d) TRUE: A "role" is the part you play in a group. Your family roles could be being a son/daughter, brother/sister, or grandchild, and each role comes with certain expectations and duties.
2. & 3. & 4. Provinces and Islands of Vanuatu:
- The six provinces of Vanuatu are administrative regions.
- The names TAFEA and SANMA are acronyms formed from the first letters of the main islands within them:
- TAFEA: Tanna, Aniwa, Futuna, Erromango, Aneityum.
- SANMA: SANto and MAlo. Aore is another significant island in this province.
5. Functions of a Family:
Families are the basic building blocks of society. They serve essential purposes, such as providing a safe and loving environment, teaching children how to behave and interact with others (socialization), and ensuring everyone's physical needs (food, shelter) are met.
6. Tanna Wedding Exchange:
In many cultures, marriage is not just about two people but about bringing two families together. The exchange of valuable items like special mats (a form of traditional wealth), pigs, and kava is a public and symbolic way to formalize this new relationship between the families.
7. Trobriand vs. Tanna Marriage:
This question shows how different cultures can have very different ways of doing the same thing (getting married). The Trobriand Islanders have a simple, symbolic ceremony, while the people of Tanna have a much more elaborate and communal event. It highlights the diversity of cultural practices.
8. Changes in Family Life:
Societies are always changing. Factors like modern education, new job opportunities in towns, and exposure to other cultures through media cause family structures and traditions to change over time. The shift from large, extended families to smaller, nuclear families is a common change seen around the world.
9. Solving Family Conflict:
Conflict is a normal part of life, even in families. The key is to have healthy ways to resolve it. Talking directly (communication) is often the best first step. When that doesn't work, bringing in a respected outsider (mediation) can provide a fresh perspective and help find a peaceful solution.
10. What is a Family?:
This is a fundamental social studies concept. While the definition can vary between cultures (e.g., nuclear vs. extended family), it is generally understood as a core social group based on kinship ties.
11. Other School Workers:
A school needs many people to function smoothly, not just teachers. This question encourages you to think about the entire community of people whose work is necessary to create a safe and effective learning environment.