Grade 10 Life Orientation Vocabulary Flashcards

Flashcards covering key vocabulary and concepts from the Grade 10 Life Orientation June 2024 Controlled Test, focusing on important definitions and terms.

CEDAW

Committee on the Elimination of Discrimination against Women

Significant contributors to address Human Rights Violations in SA during apartheid

Desmond Tutu, Sophie de Bruin, Helen Suzman, Charlotte Maxeke

Discrimination

Unfair /different/bias/prejudicial treatment of a person or group based on gender, sex, race, culture etc

Sexual Orientation

A person’s sexual/gender identity in relation to the gender of the people the person is attracted to romantically.

16 days of activism against women and child abuse

A UNITED NATIONS campaign that takes place every year from 25 November to 10 December that aims to eliminate violence against women and children.

Career Field

A grouping of occupations that have common skills, knowledge and work setting

Gender Inequality

Allocation of specific jobs to men/women due to perceived strength or weaknesses associated with a particular gender.

Occupation

This is the work that you do and requires special education, training or a skill

Power

The ability to influence someone or something

Power Relations

The way in which different people or groups are affected by power

Negative Gossip Influence on Self-Esteem

The effect of negative gossip can damage trust and relationships, leading to feelings of isolation, worthlessness and self-doubt.

Respect and Acknowledge Uniqueness of Self and Others

It is important to allow people to be themselves and have unique qualities

Sexual Abuse

Violation of bodily integrity and punishable by law

Influence of Gender Inequality

An increase in teenage pregnancy

Social Justice

Fairness in society

Comprehension

Having a clear understanding in a subject area

Concentration

Increased knowledge and preparedness for assessments

Study Methods Impact

Enhanced information retention and different perspectives

Time Management in Exams

Helps learners manage time during the duration of a test

Developing a study plan

It helps learners to manage their work

Safety Issues During Physical Activities

Safety hazards can occur

Cardiovascular Fitness

The efficiency of the heart

Muscular Strength

The amount of force that a muscle can exert

Endurance

The ability to stay physically active for longer

Flexibility

Being flexible in movements

Indigenous Games

Traditional or cultural games