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Comprehensive, board-style questions with detailed answer points based strictly on the NCERT textbook. Write in complete sentences, include key terms, and add suitable NCERT examples wherever asked.

5 lesson sessions Short answers 2–5 mark practice

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Cover the answer boxes while practising. For a 2-mark response, write the definition plus one relevant point or example. For a 4–5 mark response, write clearly separated points. The marking style follows the CBSE pattern of awarding marks for correct, relevant value points.

Board-writing tip: Use the exact lesson vocabulary—stressors, ABC model, emotional awareness, harnessing emotions, SMART goals, organise, prioritise, control, track—and always cite the textbook examples (e.g., Ravi & Shiv, Sameer, E. Sreedharan) to fetch full marks.

SECTION A · VERY SHORT ANSWERS (1–2 MARKS)

Definitions and key facts.

Stress & Emotional Intelligence

Define self-management.
Answer: Self-management (or self-control) is the ability to control one’s emotions, thoughts, and behaviour effectively in different situations. It includes motivating oneself and setting goals.
What are 'stressors'? Give two examples from the lesson.
Answer: Stressors are the perceived demands or threats that cause stress. Examples: feeling unprepared close to exams, or stress due to lack of sleep.
What does the 'ABC' of stress management stand for?
Answer: A = Adversity (the stressful event), B = Beliefs (the way you respond to the event), C = Consequences (actions and outcomes of the event).
Define emotional intelligence.
Answer: Emotional intelligence is the ability to identify and manage one’s own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.
Name the three skills included in emotional intelligence.
Answer: 1. Emotional awareness, 2. Harnessing emotions, 3. Managing emotions.
What does the 'Ability to Work Independently' mean? List any two points.
Answer: It means becoming self-aware, self-monitoring, and self-correcting; knowing what you need to do; taking the initiative; recognising mistakes without blaming others; and having the will to learn continuously. (Any two)

Self-Awareness & Motivation

What is self-awareness?
Answer: Self-awareness is the ability to identify your strengths and weaknesses. It means understanding who you are, what you like/dislike, your beliefs, opinions, background, and what you do well or not well.
Differentiate between 'Interests' and 'Abilities'.
Answer: Interests are things you like to do in your free time that make you happy. Abilities are acquired or natural capacities that enable you to perform a particular job or task with considerable proficiency.
Define self-motivation.
Answer: Self-motivation is the force within you that drives you to do things, achieve goals, feel happy, and improve your quality of life without someone or something influencing you.
Name the two types of motivation and give one keyword for each.
Answer: 1. Internal motivation (Keyword: LOVE / feeling good). 2. External motivation (Keyword: REWARD / recognition).

Goals & Time Management

What is 'Goal Setting'?
Answer: Goal setting is the process of finding and listing your goals (dreams with a deadline) and then planning on how to achieve them.
What does the acronym SMART stand for in goal setting?
Answer: Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound.
Define time management.
Answer: Time management is the ability to plan and control how you spend the hours of your day well and do all that you want to do.
Name the four steps for effective time management.
Answer: 1. Organise, 2. Prioritise, 3. Control, 4. Track.

SECTION B · SHORT ANSWERS (2–3 MARKS)

Explain in 30–50 words.

Concepts & Applications

Explain the 'ABC' model of stress management with an example.
Answer: The ABC model helps understand stress: A is Adversity (the stressful event, e.g., an upcoming exam), B is Beliefs (how you respond, e.g., "I haven't studied enough"), and C is Consequences (the outcome, e.g., anxiety or making a study plan).
How does a healthy diet and physical exercise help in stress management?
Answer: Physical exercise, yoga, and deep breathing improve blood circulation and relax the body. A healthy, balanced diet (Dal, Roti, vegetables, fruits) gives you the strength to do your daily work efficiently, reducing physical stress.
Explain the NCERT example of Ravi and Shiv in the context of emotional intelligence.
Answer: Ravi and Shiv practised for a dance competition, and Shiv won. If Ravi lacks emotional intelligence, he might shout, cry, and ignore his parents. If he is emotionally intelligent, he will accept defeat gracefully and plan to do better next time.
What should you do if your interests do not match your abilities? Give the lesson's example.
Answer: You can either improve your abilities through practice or follow a different path that matches your strengths. Example: You may like music, but if you are not good at singing, you should not force yourself to become a singer; instead, find another path.
Explain the difference between a 'Specific' goal and a 'Measurable' goal with examples.
Answer: A Specific goal answers 6 questions (Who, What, Where, etc.), e.g., "I will learn English fluently by joining coaching classes." A Measurable goal answers "How much/many?", e.g., "I want to have 5 times more savings by year-end."
How does 'Breaking down big goals' make them Achievable? Give the lesson's example.
Answer: Breaking a big goal into smaller parts makes the path clear and manageable. Example: Big goal = "Become a teacher." Smaller goals = Complete Graduation → Complete B.Ed. → Apply for teaching jobs.
Differentiate between the 'Organise' and 'Prioritise' steps of time management.
Answer: Organise means planning day-to-day activities, making a timetable, and keeping surroundings mess-free. Prioritise means making a 'To-Do' list and ranking activities by importance to do the most critical task first.
What is the difference between the 'Control' and 'Track' steps of time management?
Answer: Control means maintaining authority over your time by avoiding time-wasters like gossip sites. Track means noting where you spent your time to analyse if it was used effectively and to identify time-wasting habits.

SECTION C · DESCRIPTIVE PRACTICE (4–5 MARKS)

Write detailed, point-wise answers.

Board-Style Long Answers

Describe the qualities of self-motivated people. Support your answer with two real-life examples from the lesson.
Answer guide: Self-motivated people have four key qualities: 1) They know what they want. 2) They know what is important. 3) They are focussed. 4) They are dedicated to fulfilling their goals.
Examples: 1) E. Sreedharan (Former MD, Delhi Metro) motivated his team with dedication and respect to achieve massive results. 2) Mahashay Dharmapal Gulati (Founder of MDH) started with a small shop in Karol Bagh, but with focus, dedication, and clear ideas, made it a globally popular brand.
Explain the SMART framework for goal setting in detail, providing one NCERT example for 'Realistic' and 'Time-bound'.
Answer guide: SMART stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time-bound.
• Realistic: Something you actually want and can work towards. Unrealistic: "Read entire syllabus in one day." Realistic: "I spend 3 hours every day after school to revise my subjects."
• Time-bound: Has a specific deadline to encourage action. Not time-bound: "I want to lose 10 kg someday." Time-bound: "I want to lose 10 kg in the next 6 months."
Describe the story of Sameer from the lesson. What lesson did he learn about time management?
Answer guide: Sameer was a lazy boy who always postponed things. One day, he won first prize in a singing competition. The prize was a ticket to a circus show for the previous day. He didn't care and went to collect it the next day, but the prize was now useless. He learned an important lesson: the importance of doing things on time and not postponing tasks.
What are the techniques for identifying your strengths and weaknesses? List the questions you should ask yourself.
Answer guide: Finding Strengths: Think of what you are always good at, what others like in you, and what you do well.
Finding Weaknesses: Point out areas where you struggle, look at feedback from others, and accept weaknesses as areas for improvement.
Questions to ask: How am I different? What do I do better? What do others admire in me? Where do I worry and struggle? Where/how/why do others perform better? What advice for improvement do I often receive?
Explain the four steps of effective time management with their specific actions as per the NCERT textbook.
Answer guide: 1) Organise: Plan day-to-day activities, follow a timetable, keep surroundings mess-free, and put things back to save time. 2) Prioritise: Make a 'To-Do' list, rank activities by importance, and do the most important task first. 3) Control: Avoid time-wasters like phone chatting or gossip sites and focus on important tasks. 4) Track: Note where you spent your time to analyse effectiveness and identify time-wasting habits.

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