Unit # 2 Patriotism
Questions within lesson
Q.1 What is the origin of the word patriot?
Ans: The origin of the word patriot is Latin word "Patriota."
Q.2 What are supreme values for a patriot according to the text?
Ans: Sovereignty, integrity and honour of the country are the supreme values for
a patriot.
Q.3 Why did Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah want to secure a separate
homeland for the Muslims of the subcontinent?
Ans: Quaid-e-Azam wanted to protect the values, culture and honour of the
Muslims of the subcontinent. He also wanted to give them a sense of identity.
Q.4 Which wars are mentioned in the text where soldiers laid down their lives
for Pakistan?
Ans: In The wars of 1965, 1971 and the Kargil war, many soldiers laid down their
lives for Pakistan.
Q.5 Who is awarded Nishan-e-Haider in Pakistan?
Ans: The soldiers who lay down their lives while fighting bravely for the defence
of Pakistan are awarded Nishan-e-Haider.
Questions Within Exercise
Q.1 How do you personally define patriotism? Can you provide an example from
your own life or community that illustrates your definition?
Ans: Patriotism means respecting our country's culture and traditions. Once we
caught a terrorist and handed him over to the police.
Q.2 Why do you think Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah's efforts were
crucial in securing a separate homeland for the Muslims?
Ans: Quaid-e-Azam wanted to protect the values, culture and traditions of the
Muslims. He wanted the Muslims to live their lives peacefully according to Islam.
Q.3 Why do you think the soldiers mentioned in the text are considered heroes?
What qualities do they show?
Ans: The soldiers are heroes as they lay down their lives for their country. They
show devotion and patriotism while fighting bravely for their homeland.
Q.4 How can the spirit of patriotism be maintained and fostered in today's
society, where many people are more connected globally than locally? Provide
examples of modern acts of patriotism.
Ans: The spirit of patriotism can be maintained by loving our country. We should
respect our traditions and culture. Helping others in disaster, buying local
products and sharing good news show patriotism.
Q.5 The text includes a quote from S.W. Scott about patriotic spirit. What do
you think S.W Scott means by "a man devoid of patriotic spirit"? Do you agree
or disagree with this perspective? Why?
Ans: S.W. Scott means that a man without patriotism has a" dead soul." It means
that he has no love for his country. We agree to this because patriotism bring
people together.
Q.6 How can schools teach students about patriotism? Why is it important for
students to learn about it?
Ans: Schools can teach the students about patriotism by celebrating the national
events, telling them about the sacrifices of the heroes. In this way, students can
learn about the unity, national pride and respect of their country.
Q.7 Can you think of a small act of patriotism that someone could do every
day? How does this help the country?
Ans: A small act of patriotism is to follow the traffic rules on daily basis. It shows
respect for laws. By following this act, one can save the lives of others from the
accidents.
Q.8 What did you learn about patriotism from this text?
Ans: We learnt that patriotism is love for one's country. It teaches selfless love,
responsibility, duty, and encouraging citizens to protect their country's interests.
GLOSSARY with Sentences
i. Commendable: admirable
Patriotism is a comendable quality.
ii. devoid: deprived
The room was devoid of furniture.
iii. devotion: great love
We should work for our nation with devotion.
iv. embrace: to accept
The company will embrace new technology to improve efficiency.
v. instances: examples
The tecaher provided instances of how the concept applies to real life
.
vi. martyrdom: death of a martyre, execution
Martyrdom is of great importance in Islam.
vii. native: motherland, homeland, birthplace
He is a native English speaker.
viii. preservation: protection, conserving
The preservation of environment is crucial.
ix. spirit: passion
Pakistan's cricket team's spirit was high during match.
x. supreme: of great value
We felt a supreme sense of joy during our visit to zoo.
(E). Write sentences using each form of the word " sovereignty"
Noun Form ( sovereignty)
.The sovereignty of the nation is enshrined in its nation.
Verb Form ( soveriegnty, sovereignize)
.The government claimed sovereignty over the island.
.The government aims to sovereignize its economy by reducing
dependence on foreign aid.
Adjective Form ( sovereign)
.The sovereign people have the power to elect their leader.
Adverb Form ( sovereignly)
.The government acted sovereignly, taking control of the economy.
