English Class 9 - Words Related-To-Social-Cause Notes

Words Related to Social Cause

Welcome to the chapter on Words Related to Social Cause for Class 9. In this chapter, you will learn important vocabulary connected to social issues, causes, and movements. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to use these words in sentences, understand their meanings, and discuss social causes confidently.

Introduction

Social causes are issues that affect society and need attention or action. Understanding words related to social causes helps us talk about problems and solutions in our community and the world.

Key Vocabulary

• Poverty: The state of being very poor.
• Inequality: When people are not treated the same or do not have the same opportunities.
• Charity: Helping people in need, usually by giving money, food, or time.
• Awareness: Knowing about a problem or issue.
• Discrimination: Treating someone unfairly because of their race, gender, religion, etc.
• Empathy: Understanding and sharing the feelings of others.
• Volunteering: Working without pay to help others or a cause.
• Campaign: A planned series of actions to achieve a goal, often to raise awareness or bring change.
• Activism: Taking action to support a cause, often by protesting or campaigning.
• Human Rights: The basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person.
• Sustainability: Using resources in a way that does not harm the environment or future generations.
• Inclusivity: Making sure everyone is included and treated fairly.
• Welfare: The health, happiness, and well-being of people.
• Advocacy: Supporting or recommending a cause or policy.

Using Social Cause Words in Sentences

• Many organizations work to reduce poverty in rural areas.
• We should fight against discrimination in all forms.
• She joined a campaign to save the environment.
• Volunteering at an animal shelter is a good way to help your community.
• Everyone deserves human rights.

Practice Questions

1. What does "empathy" mean? Use it in a sentence.
2. Give an example of a social cause you care about.
3. What is the difference between "charity" and "activism"?
4. Write a sentence using the word "sustainability".
5. Why is "inclusivity" important in society?

Challenge Yourself

• Write a short paragraph about a social cause using at least five words from the key vocabulary list.
• Find a news article about a social issue and underline the words related to social causes.

Did You Know?

• The United Nations has 17 Sustainable Development Goals to make the world a better place by 2030.
• World Human Rights Day is celebrated on December 10 every year.

Glossary

• Activism: Actions taken to support or oppose a cause.
• Advocacy: Public support for or recommendation of a cause or policy.
• Inclusivity: The practice of including people who might otherwise be excluded.
• Sustainability: Meeting needs without harming the environment or future generations.

Answers to Practice Questions

1. Empathy means understanding and sharing the feelings of others. Example: She showed empathy to her friend who was sad.
2. (Any example, e.g., saving the environment, helping the poor, promoting education for all.)
3. Charity is giving help or money to those in need, while activism is taking action to bring about social or political change.
4. We must practice sustainability to protect our planet.
5. Inclusivity is important because it ensures everyone is treated fairly and has equal opportunities.

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Use these words to talk about social causes and make a positive difference in your community!