1. Who are commonly employed as domestic workers in towns and cities?
   A) Mostly men
   B) Mostly women and sometimes young boys and girls
   C) Only elderly people
   D) Only professional housekeepers
2. Which of the following tasks is typically performed by domestic workers?
   A) Only cooking and childcare
   B) Only shopping for groceries
   C) Sweeping, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, cooking, and childcare
   D) Managing finances for the employer
3. Why are the wages of domestic workers generally low?
   A) Because their work is not seen as valuable
   B) Because they do not work long hours
   C) Because they have government support
   D) Because their work is highly specialized
4. What is the usual work schedule for domestic workers?
   A) 9 AM to 5 PM
   B) Only night shifts
   C) As early as 5 AM and ending as late as midnight
   D) Three hours a day
5. What challenge do domestic workers often face in their workplaces?
   A) Frequent promotions and salary increases
   B) Lack of respect, long hours, and difficult working conditions
   C) Overuse of technology
   D) Equal treatment as their employers
6. What did Melani, a domestic worker in Delhi, say about her experience?
   A) She was treated with great respect and given good wages
   B) She had to work long hours, faced harsh treatment, and was not provided enough food
   C) She received a high salary and medical benefits
   D) She worked part-time and had flexible hours
7. Why do some domestic workers secretly give extra food to each other?
   A) Because they enjoy cooking extra food
   B) Because they are not given enough food despite working long hours
   C) Because they are testing their cooking skills
   D) Because their employers encourage them to eat more
8. Why do many domestic workers feel humiliated in their jobs?
   A) Because they are not allowed to talk to their employers
   B) Because they are expected to work long hours without fair treatment or respect
   C) Because they have to wear uniforms
   D) Because they are given extra responsibilities
9. Which of the following is a common restriction placed on domestic workers in some households?
   A) They are not allowed to wear shoes inside the house
   B) They must only work for one employer
   C) They must attend college while working
   D) They have to manage the household finances
10. What can be done to improve the condition of domestic workers?
    A) Ignoring their problems
    B) Ensuring fair wages, better working conditions, and respect for their work
    C) Increasing their working hours
    D) Providing them with fewer tasks to do

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Answers and Explanations

1. B) Mostly women and sometimes young boys and girls
   Most domestic workers are women, but sometimes young boys and girls are also employed.
2. C) Sweeping, cleaning, washing clothes and dishes, cooking, and childcare
   Domestic workers perform multiple tasks including cleaning, cooking, and taking care of children or elderly people.
3. A) Because their work is not seen as valuable
   Domestic work is often undervalued, leading to lower wages and poor working conditions.
4. C) As early as 5 AM and ending as late as midnight
   Many domestic workers have extremely long work hours, starting early in the morning and ending late at night.
5. B) Lack of respect, long hours, and difficult working conditions
   Many domestic workers face poor treatment, disrespect, and long working hours without fair pay.
6. B) She had to work long hours, faced harsh treatment, and was not provided enough food
   Melani shared her experience of mistreatment, long working hours, and lack of proper food.
7. B) Because they are not given enough food despite working long hours
   Many domestic workers are not given enough food even after working all day, leading to them sharing food secretly.
8. B) Because they are expected to work long hours without fair treatment or respect
   Many domestic workers feel humiliated because they are overworked and not treated with dignity.
9. A) They are not allowed to wear shoes inside the house
   Some employers impose strict rules such as not allowing domestic workers to wear shoes inside the house, even in winter.
10. B) Ensuring fair wages, better working conditions, and respect for their work
    Improving wages, working hours, and social recognition can enhance the conditions of domestic workers.

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