Class 7 Civics – Chapter 4
GROWING UP AS BOYS AND GIRLS
Revision • Mind Map • Mnemonics

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ONE-PAGE REVISION

• Gender refers to social differences between boys and girls.
• Sex refers to biological differences.
• Society creates different roles for boys and girls.
• Girls often do household work.
• Boys are encouraged to play outside.
• These differences are learned, not natural.
• Gender inequality limits opportunities.

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📌 GENDER ROLES IN DAILY LIFE

• Girls: cooking, cleaning, caring.
• Boys: earning, outdoor work.
• These roles can change.
• Both boys and girls are equal.

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🧠 TEXT MIND MAP

GENDER

➡ Social roles
➡ Learned behavior
➡ Unequal opportunities
➡ Household work
➡ Need for equality

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🧩 MNEMONICS (MEMORY TRICKS)

1️⃣ GENDER

GENDER
G – Girls
E – Equal
N – Not inferior
D – Different roles (created by society)
E – Equality needed
R – Rights for all

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2️⃣ Difference between Sex & Gender

S-BIO / G-SOC
Sex = Biological
Gender = Social

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✍️ EXAM ANSWER FRAME (5 MARKS)

Question: What is gender inequality?

Answer:
Gender inequality means unequal treatment of boys and girls. Girls are often expected to do household work while boys get more freedom. These differences are created by society, not by nature. Gender inequality limits opportunities for girls. Equality is necessary for a fair society.

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🎯 LAST-DAY EXAM TIPS

• Write answers in points
• Use words: society, equality, gender roles
• Underline keywords
• Keep language simple

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