Question 35
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As the citizens of a nation, we all must fulfil our duty. In groups of 4–5, speak about how you propose to serve your nation.
You can choose from the themes given below:
• Saving the environment
• Health and well-being
• Helping others
• Righteous conduct

You may use the sentence prompts given below to organise what you speak about.

  • I believe one of the best ways to serve the nation is by...
  • A small change we can make is... and it will have a big impact because...
  • If everyone contributes by... it can lead to...
  • One of the biggest challenges we face is... and I propose we address it by...
  • We can make a difference by working together as a team, if we...
  • Serving the nation is not just about big actions; even small efforts like... matter.
How to organise your speech

Use a simple flow: idea → small action → why it matters → what everyone can do .

How to answer: Choose one theme and use two or three of the textbook prompts to build a short speech.
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Sample speech — Saving the environment:

I believe one of the best ways to serve the nation is by protecting the environment. A small change we can make is to reduce unnecessary plastic and save water. It will have a big impact because millions of small choices together reduce waste. One of the biggest challenges we face is careless consumption, and I propose we address it by reusing materials, planting trees where suitable, and keeping public spaces clean. Serving the nation is not only about big actions; regular responsible habits also matter.

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