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This lesson covers vocabulary about society, community life, social issues and citizenship.
🔹 Society vocabulary :
• community — a group of people living in the same area
• citizen — a member of a country
• democracy — a system where citizens vote to choose their leaders
• human rights — basic rights every person is entitled to
• equality — being treated the same regardless of gender, race, religion
• poverty (pauvreté) — lack of money and basic necessities
• unemployment — being without a job
• solidarity — helping and supporting each other
• volunteer — someone who works without being paid
• tradition — customs passed down through generations
🔹 Social issues :
• gender inequality — unequal treatment of men and women
• child labour — children working instead of going to school
• early marriage — getting married at a young age
• rural exodus — people leaving villages for cities
🔹 Useful phrases :
• Every child has the right to education.
• We must fight against poverty and inequality.
• Community solidarity is very strong in Senegal.
• Citizens have rights but also responsibilities.
• The 'teranga' spirit means hospitality and sharing in Wolof culture.
📝 Match the word with its meaning :
1. democracy → a system where people vote for their leaders
2. solidarity → helping and supporting each other
3. poverty → not having enough money or resources to live
4. volunteer → someone who helps others without being paid
5. equality → treating everyone the same way
📝 True or False :
1. Every child has the right to go to school. → True
2. Rural exodus means people moving from cities to villages. → False (it is the opposite)
3. Child labour prevents children from getting an education. → True
4. A citizen has rights but no responsibilities. → False
What is democracy? How does it work?
Correction
Democracy is a political system where citizens vote to choose their leaders. It is based on freedom of speech, equality and the rule of law.
What is 'rural exodus'? What are its causes?
Correction
Rural exodus is when people leave villages to live in cities. Causes include lack of jobs, poverty, drought, and the search for better education and healthcare.
Name two social issues in Senegal and suggest a solution for each.
Correction
1. Child labour — solution: enforce compulsory education laws and support poor families. 2. Early marriage — solution: raise awareness and keep girls in school.
Write a sentence using: citizen / rights / responsibility.
Correction
Example: Every citizen has rights such as education and freedom, but also responsibilities like respecting the law and paying taxes.
What does 'teranga' mean and why is it important in Senegalese culture?
Correction
'Teranga' means hospitality and generosity in Wolof. It is a core value in Senegalese culture, symbolizing the warm welcome and solidarity that Senegalese people show to guests and neighbours.