Adapting to Changes

Classes were held online

Step 1: The chapter begins by talking about the COVID-19 pandemic. Step 2: During the pandemic, schools were shut down to prevent the spread of the virus. Step 3: To ensure that children continued to learn, schools held classes online using the internet. Step 4: Teachers did not visit homes as that would spread infection. Step 5: Students did not study alone — teachers taught them through online classes. So the correct answer is that classes were held online.

Gas stoves, microwaves and induction stoves

Step 1: The chapter compares kitchens of the past with modern kitchens. Step 2: In earlier times, people used mud stoves and kerosene stoves for cooking. Step 3: Over time, with advancement in technology, gas stoves, microwaves, and induction stoves became common. Step 4: Wood fire and coal stoves are old methods, similar to mud and kerosene stoves. Step 5: Solar cookers are not specifically mentioned as a common replacement. The correct answer is gas stoves, microwaves, and induction stoves.

Apartments cost less and suit nuclear families with less space

Step 1: The chapter explains the shift from independent houses to apartments in modern times. Step 2: One reason is the lack of space available in cities — there is less land for big houses. Step 3: Another reason is that families are increasingly becoming nuclear (smaller families). Step 4: Apartments also cost less compared to independent houses. Step 5: Green spaces and proximity to schools are not the reasons given in the chapter. So apartments are preferred for cost, space, and family size reasons.

A place that takes care of young children when parents are at work

Step 1: The chapter discusses changes in family life from the past to the present. Step 2: It mentions that today both parents in many families go out to work to earn a living. Step 3: Since young children need care, crèches have come up to look after them while parents are at work. Step 4: A crèche is not a school for older children or a kitchen appliance. Step 5: It is not a type of house either. So the correct answer is that a crèche is a place that takes care of young children.