WORKSHEET IN CESC FOR 12 HUMSS LEARNERS

Why is community action essential in addressing local social issues?

• It relies solely on government intervention.

• It empowers community members to take collective ownership of problems and solutions.

• It shifts responsibility from individuals to organizations.

• It focuses on short-term solutions.

Which of the following best describes the impact of participatory community action on social equity?

• It tends to widen social gaps.

• It enables marginalized groups to have a voice in decision-making.

• It reinforces existing power structures.

• It primarily benefits those already in power.

How does recognizing cultural diversity enhance the effectiveness of community action?

• By creating uniform strategies for all communities.

• By ensuring that initiatives respect and reflect the unique needs and values of different groups.

• By minimizing differences to achieve common goals.

• By focusing solely on the dominant culture's practices.

In what way does community action contribute to sustainable development?

• By prioritizing immediate results over long-term goals.

• By integrating local knowledge and resources into development initiatives.

• By relying on external experts for all decision-making processes.

• By ignoring environmental considerations in favor of economic growth.

Which of the following is a key benefit of involving youth in community action?

• It diverts them from education.

• It allows them to develop leadership skills and a sense of civic responsibility.

• It restricts their participation to manual tasks.

• It limits their role to passive observers.

How does community action help in building social capital?

• By fostering individualism over collectivism.

• By strengthening networks of trust, cooperation, and shared values among community members.

• By isolating communities from external influences.

• By focusing solely on economic benefits.

Which factor is most crucial in ensuring the success of a community action initiative?

• Top-down decision-making by external authorities.

• Active participation and collaboration of community members throughout the process.

• Reliance on government funding alone.

• Implementation without feedback from the community.

Why is it important to evaluate the outcomes of community action initiatives?

• To compare them with global standards only.

• To identify successes, challenges, and areas for improvement for future actions.

• To prove the superiority of one community over another.

• To maintain the status quo.

Which of the following best explains the role of community action in promoting social justice?

• It reinforces existing inequalities.

• It challenges systemic injustices by advocating for the rights of disadvantaged groups.

• It focuses solely on economic growth.

• It overlooks the needs of marginalized communities.

What is a potential challenge of community action, and how can it be addressed?

• Lack of community interest; this can be addressed by imposing mandatory participation.

• Diverse opinions within the community; this can be addressed through inclusive dialogue and consensus-building.

• Over-reliance on external funding; this can be addressed by ignoring local resources.

• • Resistance to change; this can be addressed by enforcing top-down directives.