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Who sent the letter received by the narrator's father?
Who sent the letter received by the narrator's father?
- Aunt Esther's mother (correct)
- A friend from school
- The narrator's mother
- Aunt Esther
What is the primary request of the poet in the poem?
What is the primary request of the poet in the poem?
- A tall sailor
- A cloudy sky
- A tall ship (correct)
- A sea-gull
What is described as a unique event in Raiganj?
What is described as a unique event in Raiganj?
- The Ganesh festival
- A spring festival
- The Lakshmi Puja Carnival (correct)
- A yearly art exhibition
How many residents participated in the Lakshmi Puja this year?
How many residents participated in the Lakshmi Puja this year?
Which colour does the poet NOT ask for in the poem regarding the sail?
Which colour does the poet NOT ask for in the poem regarding the sail?
What traditional custom do Raiganj residents uphold during the event?
What traditional custom do Raiganj residents uphold during the event?
Which aspect of the sea does the poet express a strong desire for?
Which aspect of the sea does the poet express a strong desire for?
What is the main reason for the increase in participants in the Lakshmi Puja?
What is the main reason for the increase in participants in the Lakshmi Puja?
Which best describes the 'call' that the poet mentions?
Which best describes the 'call' that the poet mentions?
When does the fair associated with Lakshmi Puja begin?
When does the fair associated with Lakshmi Puja begin?
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Study Notes
English Language Exercise
- Complete sentences with alternatives to enhance understanding of context.
- Identify the sender of a letter and family relations from the text.
- Recognize the absence of specific details such as names from an ambiguous narrative.
- Reflect on the emotional circumstances of characters in the narrative.
Poem Analysis
- The poet expresses a desire for the sea, sky, and sailing experiences.
- Key imagery includes a "tall ship," "wind’s song," and "grey mist."
- The poet longs for a "windy day" with "white clouds."
- The imagery evokes the beauty and wildness of the sea.
Reading Comprehension (Unseen Passage)
- Raiganj hosts a traditional "Lakshmi Puja Carnival" attended by over 500 residents.
- The event includes an exhibition and competition for idols brought to Hatkhola Ground.
- This tradition has been celebrated for 23 years, evolving to include participants from outside the local area.
- A procession is held to bring idols to the exhibition, culminating in a fair.
- The event takes place on the Sunday following Lakshmi Puja, culminating in idol immersion in rivers and streams.
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