West Bengal Board Class 10 English Lesson 2 Fable Solution with Bangla Translation
Lesson 2
Fable
Ralph Waldo Emerson
The author and the text:
Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882) was an American essayist, lecturer, and poet.
রালফ ওয়াল্ডো এমারসন (১৮০৩-১৮৮২) ছিলেন একজন আমেরিকান প্রবন্ধকার, বক্তা এবং কবি।
His famous poems include ‘Concord Hymn’ and ‘Brahma’.
তার বিখ্যাত কবিতাগুলির মধ্যে রয়েছে ‘কনকর্ড হিম’ এবং ‘ব্রহ্ম’।
The poem describes a conversation between the squirrel and the mountain.
কবিতাটি কাঠবিড়ালি এবং পর্বতের মধ্যে একটি কথোপকথন বর্ণনা করে।
The squirrel points out that in this world every being, living or non-living, big or small, have their individual reasons for existence.
কাঠবিড়ালিটি ইঙ্গিত দেয় যে এই বিশ্বে প্রতিটি সত্তা, জীবিত বা নির্জীব, বড় বা ছোট, তাদের অস্তিত্বের নিজস্ব কারণ রয়েছে।
Read the following poem:
The mountain and the squirrel
পর্বত ও কাঠবিড়ালীর
Had a quarrel:
ঝগড়া বেধেছিল;
And the former called the latter ‘Little Prig!
এবং প্রথম জন দ্বিতীয় জনকে বলল ‘খুদে নীতিবাগীশ’
Bun replied,
কাঠবিড়ালী উত্তর দিল,
‘You are doubtless very big;
“নিঃসন্দেহে তুমি অনেক বড়ো;
But all sorts of things and weather
কিন্তু সব ধরনের জিনিস আর আবহাওয়া
Must be taken in together,
অবশ্যই একসাথে জড়ো করতে হবে,
To make up a year
যাতে তৈরি হয় একটা বছর
And a sphere.
এবং একটা পৃথিবী।
And I think it no disgrace
আর আমি মনে করি এটা লজ্জার বিষয় নয় ,
To occupy my place.
আমার জায়গাটুকু নিয়ে থাকাটা।
If I’m not so large as you,
আমি যদি তোমার মতো বড়ো না হই,
You are not so small as I,
তুমিও আমার মতো ছোটো নও,
And not half so spry.
আর আমি যত চটপটে তার অর্ধেকও তুমি নও।
I’ll not deny you make
আমি অস্বীকার করব না তুমি বানাও
A very pretty squirrel track;
কাঠবিড়ালীর যাওয়ার জন্য সুন্দর একটা পথ ;
Talents differ; all is well and wisely put;
গুণের তফাত থাকে ; সবই ভালো আর বুদ্ধিমত্তার সাথে রাখা ;
If I cannot carry forests on my back,
আমি যদি পিঠে জঙ্গল ধরে রাখতে না পারি,
Neither can you crack a nut!
তুমিও একটা বাদাম ভাঙতে পার না । ”
Comprehension exercises
1. Choose the correct alternative to complete the following sentences:
(a) The quarrel was between the mountain and the
(i) rabbit
(ii) rat
(iii) cat
(iv) squirrel
Ans: (iv) squirrel
(b) Bun has no doubt that the mountain is
(i) small
(ii) big
(iii) noble
(iv) kind
Ans: (ii) big
(c) Unlike a mountain, a squirrel can crack a
(i) nut
(ii) joke
(iii) stone
(iv) lock
Ans: (i) nut
2. State whether the following statements are True or False. Provide sentences/phrases/words in support of your answer:
(a) The mountain called the squirrel “Little Bun”.
Ans: False
Supporting statement: And the former called the latter ‘Little Prig!’
(b) The squirrel is sprier than the mountain.
Ans: True
Supporting statement: You are not so small as I, And not half so spry.
(c) The mountain can carry forests on its back.
Ans: True
Supporting statement: If I cannot carry forests on my back, Neither can you crack a nut!
3. Answer the following questions:
(a) Who had a quarrel with the squirrel?
Ans: The Mountain had a quarrel with the squirrel.
পর্বত কাঠবিড়ালির সাথে ঝগড়া করেছিল।
(b) What is not a disgrace to the squirrel?
Ans: Occupying his place is not a disgrace to the squirrel.
তার নিজের জায়গাটি দখল করে রাখাটাই কাঠবিড়ালির জন্য কোনো অসম্মানের বিষয় নয়।
(c) What is it that the squirrel doesn’t deny?
Ans: The squirrel doesn’t deny that the mountain makes a pretty squirrel track.
কাঠবিড়ালি এটি অস্বীকার করে না যে পর্বতটি একটি সুন্দর কাঠবিড়ালি পথ তৈরি করে।
Grammar in use
4. Replace the underlined words with suitable phrasal verbs from the list given below. Change the form of verbs where necessary. There is one extra phrasal verb in the list:
(a) Rabi met his friend in the park.
Ans: Rabi came across his friend in the park.
(b) Tanushree cannot tolerate cruel behaviour to animals.
Ans: Tanushree cannot put up with cruel behaviour to animals.
(c) His proposal was rejected.
Ans: His proposal was turned down.
List: turn down, come over, put up with, come across
5. Change the voice of the following sentences:
(a) Lock the door.
Ans: Let the door be locked.
(b) Ashim knows the solution to this problem.
Ans: The solution to this problem is known to Ashim.
(c) I had written a letter.
Ans: A letter had been written by me.
Writing activities
6. Write a letter to your friend (within 100 words) advising her / him to visit the public library in her/his locality as frequently as possible.
Ans:
[Your Address]
[Date]
My dear [Friend’s Name],
Hope you are all well with the blessings of God. We are also fine here. I am writing to you today to emphasize the benefits of visiting our local public library. A library is a treasure trove of knowledge with books on every subject imaginable. It is a quiet place to study, which can greatly improve your concentration. You can find reference books for your syllabus and also wonderful storybooks to refresh your mind. Regular visits will cultivate a excellent reading habit. I strongly advise you to make it a routine to visit the library as often as you can. It will be very beneficial for your studies and overall growth.
Please consider my suggestion. Waiting for your reply.
Your friend,
[Your Name]
[Friend’s Name]
[Friend’s Address]
7. Write a paragraph (within 100 words) on the benefits of early morning exercises using the following points: good for health-fresh air- keeps one active throughout the day
Ans:
Benefits Of Early Morning Exercises
The habit of early morning exercise is immensely beneficial for our health. The morning air is fresh and pollution-free, which is excellent for our lungs. Doing some free-hand exercises or going for a walk or jog in this environment boosts our energy levels. It improves blood circulation and keeps our body fit. This morning routine helps to ward off various diseases and also sharpens our mental focus. The freshness we gain from it keeps us active and alert throughout the entire day. Therefore, everyone should incorporate early morning exercise into their daily routine for a healthy and productive life.
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