Understanding the Caste System through a Dalit Perspective
Explore the author's purpose in discussing the life of Dalits, the transformation they have undergone, and the challenges they still face within the traditional caste system. Discover insights into the portrayal of Dalits in society, the role of statistics in highlighting their realities, and the ongoing struggles for equality and recognition.
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CASTE SYSTEM KEYSTONE READING
1.) The authors purpose of this passage is to: a) inform people that Dalits are more likely to have higher mortality rates. b) describe the transformation of the Dalits from impoverished to rich. c) share information about how the life of a Dalit has improved with more opportunities and laws. d) attack the age-old caste system.
2.) What additional information could be added to further the author s purpose? a) The amount of Dalits has been decreasing in recent years. b) Very few people in India follow the caste system anymore. c) Less than 1/3 of Dalits can read and write. d) Self-educated Dalits have been increasing in number and are contributing to the thriving middle class.
3.) Hari Kishan Pippal states, I am more than Brahmin. He is referring to: a) his accumulated wealth which is more than the wealth of most Brahmins. b) his social standing makes him more godlike. c) his own desire to move within the Hindu caste system. d) the Brahmins who mocked and made slurs against him earlier in his life.
4.) Which word best describes the authors passage? a) hopeful b) melancholy c) divisive d) angry
5.) The purpose of mentioning the violence against the Dalits in the article was to: a) inform the reader how violent India is today for Dalits. b) inform the reader that despite progress, traditional caste supporters are still opposed to Dalits. c) invoke jealous feelings towards the upper castes. d) bring about change in India.
6.) The author used statistics when describing the life of the Dalits in order to: a) give the reader a more optimistic outlook of the life of Dalit. b) compliment the current change in Dalit social status. c) provide the reader with negative statistics and hardships faced by the Dalits, even today. d) to push his argument to overthrow the traditional caste system.
7.) How did Pippal start to amass such a large degree of wealth? a) He bought hospitals. b) He sold high quality shoes. c) He bartered frequently. d) He went to school.
