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Lesson 1 Family Relationship

Unit Six: Relationships

A. Discuss the following questions in pairs

1. What do you see in the picture? Can you guess the relationship of the people you see?
2. What type of relationship do you have in your family?
3. Who do you have the closest relationship within the family?

Answer:

What do you see in the picture? Can you guess the relationship of the people you see?
- The picture likely depicts a family or a group of people interacting with one another. You might see parents, children, grandparents, or friends. Based on their actions and expressions, you can guess their relationships. For example, if a child is hugging an older person, it might be a grandparent-grandchild relationship.
What type of relationship do you have in your family?
- The relationship types in a family can be parental (between parents and children), sibling (between brothers and sisters), or spousal (between husband and wife). You can discuss whether your family is close-knit, supportive, or if there are certain dynamics like friendships within the family.
Who do you have the closest relationship within the family?
- This could be a parent, sibling, or grandparent. You can describe why you feel closest to that person—perhaps because they understand you the most, or you spend the most time with them.

B. Read the following text and then discuss the questions that follow.

The famous Greek philosopher Aristotle said, ‘Man is by nature a social animal.’ What he meant was that man, by instinct, seeks company of others and establishes relationships, much like most animals of the wild, form companionship and for physical and emotional support. Unlike the animals however, man’s relationships give meaning to his existence and inspires him to do well in education, in workplace or in a profession that he pursues.

Relationships are of different kinds. Some are familial and intimate, formed by blood and by marriage; some are social like the ones we have with friends and some are made in school where we form close bonds with classmates and teachers. Relationships can also be fostered in workplace, which may quickly change from professional to social. There are relationships also between human beings and animals, between children and their toys that they cannot part with.

All these relationships keep us close to each other and provide us all kinds of support, love and affection. A person who has no family feels the pain of loneliness and isolation. There is no one to laugh or cry with him/her. When we share our joy with someone, it simply redoubles, and we when we suffer a loss and someone shares our sorrow, it lessens. Relationships are thus needed for our emotional health.

To build relationships, we need to have trust and respect for each other, and love where this is needed. We cannot be selfish and possessive if we want to establish an effective relationship. But quite often we see people quarrelling and fighting with each other which only brings misery and loss to all.

Now discuss the following questions in pairs.

Why is relationship so important?
What different types of relationships are there?
What happens to a person who has no family?
What are some of the preconditions of good relationship?

Answer:

Why is a relationship so important?
- Relationships are crucial because they provide emotional support, love, and companionship, which are essential for a person’s well-being. They give meaning to our lives and help us share both joys and sorrows. Without relationships, life can feel empty and lonely, making it difficult to thrive.
What different types of relationships are there?
- There are several types of relationships, including:
  - Familial relationships: These are formed with family members, like parents, siblings, and extended family.
  - Social relationships: These include friendships and connections with peers.
  - Professional relationships: Bonds formed at the workplace with colleagues and superiors.
  - Special bonds: Relationships between humans and animals or even between children and their favorite toys.
What happens to a person who has no family?
- A person who has no family often experiences loneliness and isolation. Without the emotional support and companionship that family provides, life can be difficult and less fulfilling. Such a person may struggle to share their happiness and cope with their sorrows, leading to a lack of emotional well-being.
What are some of the preconditions of a good relationship?
- Some of the essential preconditions of a good relationship include:
  - Trust: Believing in each other’s honesty and reliability.
  - Respect: Valuing each other’s opinions, feelings, and boundaries.
  - Love: Showing affection and care where necessary.
  - Selflessness: Being considerate and putting the needs of others before oneself.
  - Avoiding possessiveness: Allowing each other space and freedom within the relationship.

C. Think of a member of your family who is kind and caring. Write a paragraph in no more than 150 words about him/her. In your paragraph you should include the following:

° Who is the person?
° What does he/she do for you?
° What do you do to return his/her acts of kindness?
° Give one example of his/her caring attitude.

Answer:

My mother is the kindest and most caring person in our family. She always ensures that everyone is happy and healthy, often putting our needs before her own. She cooks our favorite meals, helps me with my studies, and is always there to listen when I need someone to talk to.

To return her acts of kindness, I help her with household chores and make sure to show appreciation for all that she does. One example of her caring attitude is when I had a fever last month; she stayed up all night, taking care of me, checking my temperature, and making sure I was comfortable. Her constant love and care make our home a warm and nurturing place.

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