Read the passage, then answer the questions

Mainul Islam is a qualified farmer in Naogaon, Mr. Islam was very brilliant as a student. He took his higher education from Bangladesh Agricultural University in Mymensingh. After completing his higher education. Mainul came back home and started advanced farming. He has two other brothers who are graduates in different areas. The speciality of the Islam family is that they all are living in their village and all have fame in their own fields. His younger brother, who is a Rajshahi University graduate, is a science teacher in a local school. His youngest brother is a Social Science graduate and he too would like to start a local NGO to work for this area. When asked “What makes you decide to stay here in this village? Mr. Islam smiled. He said, “Look, It’s true that we could leave this village for a city life. I could be an officer or my brother could be a bureaucrat. But it didn’t attract us, We are sons of this soil. Yes, we have education but does education prepare a person only to be an officer? Don’t we have an obligation to the soil that has made us what we are? He also added that every educated individual shouldn’t be a job seeker. He continued that since his discipline was Agriculture, after his education he took the occupation of a farmer. In response to the question whether they have any frustrations to live in a village, he confirmed that they were very pleased with their life. He said, “I work in my own farm, stay with my family members, pass time with my old friends, and sleep at my own home. All these count a lot.”

Mr. Islam is right. Many people go to cities and forget or loosen their roots knowingly or unknowingly Mr. Islam and his brothers are great roots, they have been torch bearers for others to be respectful of their own roots. 

নওগাঁর একজন যোগ্য কৃষক মাইনুল ইসলাম। ছাত্র হিসেবে জনাব ইসলাম খুবই মেধাবী ছিলেন। তিনি ময়মনসিংহের বাংলাদেশ কৃষি বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় থেকে উচ্চশিক্ষা গ্রহণ করেন। উচ্চশিক্ষা সম্পন্ন করার পর মাইনুল বাড়ি ফিরে আসেন এবং উন্নতS কৃষি কাজ শুরু করেন। তাঁর আরও দুই ভাই আছেন যারা বিভিন্ন বিষয়ে স্নাতক। ইসলাম পরিবারের বিশেষত্ব হলো, তাঁরা সবাই তাঁদের গ্রামে বসবাস করেন এবং সবাই নিজ নিজ ক্ষেত্রে সুপরিচিত। তাঁর ছোট ভাই, যিনি রাজশাহী বিশ্ববিদ্যালয় থেকে স্নাতক, একটি স্থানীয় স্কুলের বিজ্ঞান শিক্ষক। তাঁর সবচেয়ে ছোট ভাই সমাজবিজ্ঞানে স্নাতক এবং তিনিও এই এলাকার জন্য কাজ করার জন্য একটি স্থানীয় এনজিও শুরু করতে চান। যখন জিজ্ঞাসা করা হয়েছিল “কী আপনাকে এই গ্রামে থাকতে উৎসাহিত করেছে?” জনাব ইসলাম হাসলেন। তিনি বললেন, “দেখুন, এটা সত্যি যে আমরা শহরের জীবনের জন্য এই গ্রাম ছেড়ে যেতে পারতাম। আমি একজন অফিসার হতে পারতাম বা আমার ভাই একজন আমলা হতে পারতেন। কিন্তু এটা আমাদের আকর্ষণ করেনি, আমরা এই মাটির সন্তান। হ্যাঁ, আমাদের শিক্ষা আছে কিন্তু শিক্ষা কি একজন ব্যক্তিকে শুধুমাত্র একজন অফিসার হওয়ার জন্য প্রস্তুত করে? যে মাটি আমাদের আজকের অবস্থানে এনেছে, তার প্রতি কি আমাদের কোনো কর্তব্য নেই?” তিনি আরও যোগ করেন যে, প্রত্যেক শিক্ষিত ব্যক্তিরই চাকরিপ্রার্থী হওয়া উচিত নয়। তিনি বলতে থাকলেন যে, যেহেতু তাঁর বিষয় ছিল কৃষি, তাই পড়াশোনা শেষ করে তিনি কৃষকের পেশা গ্রহণ করেন। গ্রামে বসবাস নিয়ে তাঁদের কোনো হতাশা আছে কিনা জানতে চাইলে তিনি নিশ্চিত করেন যে তাঁরা তাঁদের জীবন নিয়ে খুবই সন্তুষ্ট। তিনি বলেন, “আমি আমার নিজের খামারে কাজ করি, পরিবারের সদস্যদের সাথে থাকি, পুরোনো বন্ধুদের সাথে সময় কাটাই এবং নিজের বাড়িতে ঘুমাই। এই সবকিছুই অনেক মূল্যবান।”

জনাব ইসলাম ঠিকই বলেছেন। অনেক মানুষ শহরে যায় এবং জেনে বা না জেনে তাদের শিকড় ভুলে যায় বা আলগা করে ফেলে। জনাব ইসলাম এবং তাঁর ভাইয়েরা দারুণ শিকড়, তাঁরা অন্যদের জন্য তাঁদেরM নিজেদেরC শিকড়ের প্রতি শ্রদ্ধাশীল হতে মশাল বহনকারী হয়ে আছেন।

A. nswer the following questions.

1. What is Mainul Islam’s profession? (i) Officer (ii) Teacher (iii) Farmer (iv) Bureaucrat
2. From which university did Mainul Islam complete his higher education? (i) Rajshahi University (ii) Dhaka University (iii) Bangladesh Agricultural University (iv) Mymensingh University
3. What did Mainul Islam start after completing his higher education? (i) A new business (ii) Advanced farming (iii) A teaching career (iv) An NGO
4. How many brothers does Mainul Islam have? (i) One (ii) Two (iii) Three (iv) Four
5. What is special about the Islam family, according to the passage? (i) They all live in the city. (ii) They all have different professions. (iii) They all live in their village and are renowned in their fields. (iv) They all are job seekers.
6. What is Mainul Islam’s younger brother’s profession? (i) Farmer (ii) Bureaucrat (iii) Science teacher (iv) NGO worker
7. Which university did Mainul Islam’s younger brother graduate from? (i) Bangladesh Agricultural University (ii) Dhaka University (iii) Rajshahi University (iv) Mymensingh University
8. What is the academic background of Mainul Islam’s youngest brother? (i) Agriculture (ii) Science (iii) Social Science (iv) Arts
9. What does Mainul Islam’s youngest brother wish to start? (i) A new farm (ii) A local school (iii) A local NGO (iv) A coaching center
10. What was Mainul Islam’s immediate reaction when asked why he decided to stay in the village? (i) He became sad. (ii) He looked confused. (iii) He smiled. (iv) He expressed anger.
11. According to Mainul Islam, what could he have become if he had left the village? (i) A teacher (ii) A farmer (iii) An officer (iv) An NGO worker
12. What did Mainul Islam say about his brother’s potential career if he had left the village? (i) He could be a doctor. (ii) He could be a bureaucrat. (iii) He could be a professor. (iv) He could be an engineer.
13. What reason did Mainul Islam give for not being attracted to city life? (i) Lack of opportunities (ii) They are sons of this soil. (iii) Too much competition (iv) High cost of living
14. What question did Mainul Islam pose regarding education? (i) Does education prepare a person only for business? (ii) Does education prepare a person only for farming? (iii) Does education prepare a person only to be an officer? (iv) Does education prepare a person only for teaching?
15. What obligation does Mainul Islam emphasize for educated individuals? (i) To the government (ii) To their families (iii) To the soil that made them what they are (iv) To their university
16. What did Mainul Islam state about every educated individual? (i) They should be entrepreneurs. (ii) They should be job creators. (iii) They shouldn’t be a job seeker. (iv) They should work abroad.
17. What was Mainul Islam’s discipline in his higher education? (i) Science (ii) Social Science (iii) Agriculture (iv) Business Studies
18. What occupation did Mainul Islam take after his education? (i) Bureaucrat (ii) Officer (iii) Farmer (iv) Teacher
19. Were Mainul Islam and his brothers frustrated about living in a village? (i) Yes, very frustrated. (ii) No, they were very pleased. (iii) They were indifferent. (iv) The passage does not say.
20. What is one of the things Mainul Islam enjoys about his life in the village? (i) Working in a city office (ii) Living alone (iii) Staying with family members (iv) Traveling frequently
21. What does Mainul Islam do to pass his time? (i) Watches movies (ii) Plays sports (iii) Spends time with old friends (iv) Reads books
22. Where does Mainul Islam sleep? (i) At a relative’s house (ii) At his own home (iii) In a guesthouse (iv) In the field
23. What phrase does Mainul Islam use to describe the importance of his activities? (i) “It’s nothing.” (ii) “It doesn’t matter much.” (iii) “All these count a lot.” (iv) “It’s just a routine.”
24. What do many people who go to cities tend to do with their roots? (i) Strengthen them (ii) Forget or loosen them (iii) Ignore them (iv) Celebrate them
25. How do people lose their roots when they go to cities, according to the passage? (i) Knowingly only (ii) Unknowingly only (iii) Knowingly or unknowingly (iv) Never
26. What are Mainul Islam and his brothers described as? (i) Good citizens (ii) Great roots (iii) Successful businessmen (iv) Village leaders
27. What role have Mainul Islam and his brothers played for others? (i) Role models for city life (ii) Torchbearers for disrespecting roots (iii) Torchbearers for being respectful of their own roots (iv) Guides for migration
28. What is the central theme highlighted by Mainul Islam’s family story? (i) The importance of financial success (ii) The value of urban living (iii) The significance of staying connected to one’s roots (iv) The benefits of higher education
29. What type of family is the Islam family presented as? (i) A family that migrated to the city (ii) A family that lost its roots (iii) A family deeply connected to their village and roots (iv) A family solely focused on professional success
30. What does Mainul Islam mean by “sons of this soil”? (i) They are farmers. (ii) They are physically made of soil. (iii) They have a deep connection and loyalty to their birthplace. (iv) They own a lot of land.
31. What is implied about education by Mainul Islam’s statement, “does education prepare a person only to be an officer?” (i) Education limits career choices. (ii) Education should lead to government jobs. (iii) Education should not solely be for white-collar jobs. (iv) Education is not important for villagers.
32. What kind of impact did Mainul Islam and his brothers have on their community? (i) Negative (ii) Neutral (iii) Inspiring (iv) Minimal
33. What can be inferred about the author’s opinion of Mainul Islam’s decision? (i) The author disapproves. (ii) The author is indifferent. (iii) The author agrees with and praises it. (iv) The author finds it unusual.
34. The phrase “All these count a lot” expresses Mainul Islam’s: (i) Discontent (ii) Satisfaction (iii) Ambition (iv) Regret
35. What is the main contrast presented in the passage? (i) City life vs. village life (ii) Education vs. illiteracy (iii) Farming vs. teaching (iv) Brothers’ professions
36. What quality is exemplified by Mainul Islam’s decision to return to his village? (i) Ambition (ii) Detachment (iii) Dedication to his roots (iv) Materialism
37. What type of community service does the youngest brother aspire to? (i) Health care (ii) Education (iii) General social work through an NGO (iv) Agricultural development
38. What is the overall tone of the passage? (i) Critical (ii) Humorous (iii) Appreciative (iv) Indifferent
39. What does the passage suggest about the meaning of success? (i) It is solely about high-paying jobs. (ii) It is about personal satisfaction and contribution to one’s roots. (iii) It is about living in the city. (iv) It is about gaining fame.
40. What is the significance of the Islam family being “renowned in their own fields”? (i) They are famous celebrities. (ii) They are respected for their contributions in their chosen professions. (iii) They have large landholdings. (iv) They are known for their wealth.
41. What does Mainul Islam’s statement about “obligation to the soil” imply? (i) A need to improve farming techniques. (ii) A moral duty to contribute to one’s origin. (iii) A legal requirement to stay in the village. (iv) A financial debt to the land.
42. How does the passage portray the relationship between education and one’s roots? (i) Education pulls people away from their roots. (ii) Education has no impact on roots. (iii) Education can be used to strengthen one’s roots and serve the community. (iv) Education makes roots irrelevant.
43. What is the implicit message about rural development in the passage? (i) Rural areas cannot be developed by educated people. (ii) Educated people should leave rural areas. (iii) Educated individuals can significantly contribute to rural development by staying. (iv) Rural development is solely a government responsibility.
44. What kind of person would the author consider “rootless” based on the passage? (i) Someone who travels frequently. (ii) Someone who forgets or loosens ties with their origin. (iii) Someone who works in the city. (iv) Someone who is not highly educated.
45. The Islam brothers challenge the conventional idea that: (i) Higher education is not useful. (ii) Village life is always difficult. (iii) Success is only found in urban settings and white-collar jobs. (iv) Farming is a lowly profession.
46. What can be concluded about the Islam family’s values? (i) They value material wealth above all. (ii) They prioritize social status. (iii) They cherish family, community, and their homeland. (iv) They are individualistic.
47. What literary device is most evident in the passage’s concluding sentence? (i) Simile (ii) Metaphor (iii) Hyperbole (iv) Personification
48. The passage is primarily a narrative about: (i) The challenges of modern agriculture. (ii) The importance of family bonds. (iii) An example of educated individuals choosing rural life and its benefits. (iv) The comparison of city and village living.
49. What is the author’s purpose in writing this passage? (i) To entertain the reader. (ii) To inform about farming techniques. (iii) To promote the idea of staying connected to one’s origins. (iv) To criticize urban migration.
50. What does the youngest brother’s desire to start an NGO signify? (i) A lack of job opportunities. (ii) A desire to help his local area. (iii) A wish to become famous. (iv) A move away from agriculture.
51. What does Mainul Islam’s contentment suggest about his choices? (i) He compromised on his aspirations. (ii) He made choices that align with his personal values. (iii) He lacked ambition for a city career. (iv) He was forced to stay in the village.
52. The passage implicitly argues against the notion that: (i) Higher education is a necessity. (ii) All talented individuals must seek jobs in cities. (iii) Rural areas cannot offer fulfilling lives. (iv) Family connections are important.
53. What kind of roots does the passage refer to in the context of human beings? (i) Physical roots in the ground. (ii) Emotional and cultural connections. (iii) Financial investments. (iv) Ancestral trees.
54. What is the significance of the phrase “torch bearers for others”? (i) They lead literal torch parades. (ii) They illuminate the path for others to follow their example. (iii) They are famous athletes. (iv) They are responsible for public safety.
55. How does Mainul Islam define a fulfilling life? (i) By having a high-paying job. (ii) By staying connected to family, friends, and home. (iii) By living in a big city. (iv) By achieving academic success only.
56. What is the general attitude of the Islam family towards their village? (i) They tolerate it. (ii) They dislike it. (iii) They have a strong sense of belonging and affection for it. (iv) They view it as a temporary residence.
57. The passage can be seen as a commentary on: (i) Government policies on agriculture. (ii) The brain drain phenomenon. (iii) The importance of social responsibility and cultural identity. (iv) The challenges of rural education.
58. What is the main message about “education” from Mainul Islam’s perspective? (i) Education’s sole purpose is to get a job. (ii) Education should be used to uplift one’s community, not just for personal gain. (iii) Education makes people forget their roots. (iv) Education is unnecessary for farmers.
59. What does Mainul Islam’s statement “We are sons of this soil” convey? (i) Their profession is farming. (ii) Their deep connection and loyalty to their homeland. (iii) They are physically made of soil. (iv) They cannot leave the village.
60. What is the implication of “All these count a lot” in the context of Mainul Islam’s life? (i) Material possessions are important. (ii) Emotional and relational aspects of life are highly valued. (iii) Only career achievements matter. (iv) Time spent alone is valuable.
61. What does the term “advanced farming” imply about Mainul Islam’s approach to agriculture? (i) He uses traditional methods. (ii) He incorporates modern techniques and knowledge. (iii) He relies on manual labor only. (iv) He grows only one type of crop.
62. How does the passage portray the relationship between professional success and personal fulfillment? (i) Professional success always leads to personal fulfillment. (ii) Personal fulfillment can be found outside traditional career paths. (iii) They are mutually exclusive. (iv) Only city jobs lead to fulfillment.
63. What is the likely target audience for this passage? (i) Farmers only (ii) City dwellers (iii) Educated youth contemplating career and life choices (iv) Government officials
64. What is the significance of the Islam brothers having “fame in their own fields”? (i) They are locally recognized and respected. (ii) They are internationally famous. (iii) They are just popular among their friends. (iv) They are known for their wealth.
65. The passage suggests that true identity is derived from: (i) One’s job title. (ii) One’s place of residence. (iii) One’s connection to their roots, culture, and community. (iv) One’s bank balance.
66. What problem does the passage indirectly address regarding educated individuals in Bangladesh? (i) Lack of higher education opportunities. (ii) The tendency to migrate to cities and potentially lose cultural ties. (iii) Insufficient government jobs. (iv) The difficulty of finding work in rural areas.
67. What is the core message about “obligation” in the passage? (i) Obligation to leave the village. (ii) Obligation to earn a lot of money. (iii) Obligation to contribute back to one’s origins. (iv) Obligation to pursue an officer’s career.
68. What is the prevailing sentiment of the Islam brothers towards their chosen path? (i) Regret (ii) Contentment (iii) Indifference (iv) Frustration
69. What aspect of life is highlighted as crucial for a sense of completeness? (i) Professional networking (ii) Maintaining strong ties with one’s roots and community (iii) Constant travel (iv) Accumulating possessions
70. The passage serves as an example of: (i) How to become wealthy through farming. (ii) How to break free from traditional expectations. (iii) How to find meaning and purpose by embracing one’s heritage. (iv) How to avoid difficult situations.

Answers: 1. (iii) 2. (iii) 3. (ii) 4. (ii) 5. (iii) 6. (iii) 7. (iii) 8. (iii) 9. (iii) 10. (iii) 11. (iii) 12. (ii) 13. (ii) 14. (iii) 15. (iii) 16. (iii) 17. (iii) 18. (iii) 19. (ii) 20. (iii) 21. (iii) 22. (ii) 23. (iii) 24. (ii) 25. (iii) 26. (ii) 27. (iii) 28. (iii) 29. (iii) 30. (iii) 31. (iii) 32. (iii) 33. (iii) 34. (ii) 35. (i) 36. (iii) 37. (iii) 38. (iii) 39. (ii) 40. (ii) 41. (ii) 42. (iii) 43. (iii) 44. (ii) 45. (iii) 46. (iii) 47. (ii) 48. (iii) 49. (iii) 50. (ii) 51. (ii) 52. (ii) 53. (ii) 54. (ii) 55. (ii) 56. (iii) 57. (ii) 58. (ii) 59. (ii) 60. (ii) 61. (ii) 62. (ii) 63. (iii) 64. (i) 65. (iii) 66. (ii) 67. (iii) 68. (ii) 69. (ii) 70. (iii)

 Answer the following questions

1. What is Mainul Islam’s profession?
2. Where did Mainul Islam pursue his higher education?
3. What did Mainul Islam start after completing his studies?
4. How many brothers does Mainul Islam have?
5. What is unique about the Islam family’s living situation?
6. Who is Mainul Islam’s younger brother?
7. Where did Mainul Islam’s younger brother graduate from?
8. What is the academic background of Mainul Islam’s youngest brother?
9. What does Mainul Islam’s youngest brother intend to start?
10. What was Mainul Islam’s initial reaction when asked about staying in the village?
11. What career paths did Mainul Islam mention he and his brother could have pursued in the city?
12. Why did city life not attract Mainul Islam and his brothers?
13. What rhetorical question did Mainul Islam pose regarding the purpose of education?
14. What obligation does Mainul Islam believe educated individuals have?
15. What did Mainul Islam state about every educated individual’s role?
16. What was Mainul Islam’s academic discipline?
17. What occupation did Mainul Islam choose after his education?
18. How did Mainul Islam and his brothers feel about living in a village?
19. What specific activities does Mainul Islam enjoy in his village life?
20. What statement does Mainul Islam use to convey the importance of his life choices?
21. What happens to many people’s roots when they move to cities?
22. How do people lose their roots, according to the passage?
23. What are Mainul Islam and his brothers described as in relation to their roots?
24. What role have the Islam brothers played for others regarding their roots?
25. What is the central message conveyed by the Islam family’s story?
26. What does Mainul Islam mean by “sons of this soil”?
27. What is implied about the traditional view of education by Mainul Islam’s perspective?
28. What kind of impact have the Islam brothers had on their local community?
29. What is the author’s general stance on Mainul Islam’s life choices?
30. What does Mainul Islam’s contentment signify about his decision?
31. What type of community work does the youngest brother envision doing?
32. What is the overall tone of the passage?
33. What does the passage suggest about the true definition of success?
34. What is the significance of the Islam family being “renowned in their own fields”?
35. What moral duty does Mainul Islam emphasize when referring to “obligation to the soil”?
36. How does the passage illustrate the potential relationship between education and one’s roots?
37. What implicit argument does the passage make regarding rural development?
38. Who might be considered “rootless” based on the passage’s description?
39. What conventional idea do the Islam brothers challenge?
40. What values are evident in the Islam family’s choices and lifestyle?
41. What literary device is used when describing the Islam brothers as “torch bearers”?
42. What is the primary focus of the passage’s narrative?
43. What is the author’s main purpose in sharing this story?
44. Why does the youngest brother want to start an NGO?
45. What does Mainul Islam’s sense of fulfillment suggest about his choices?
46. What common societal expectation does the passage implicitly argue against?
47. What kind of roots are discussed in the context of human beings?
48. How do Mainul Islam and his brothers serve as an example for others?
49. What aspects of life does Mainul Islam prioritize for a fulfilling existence?
50. What is the general sentiment of the Islam family towards their village and lifestyle?

Answers:

1. Mainul Islam is a farmer. He practices advanced farming techniques in his village in Naogaon.
2. Mainul Islam pursued his higher education at Bangladesh Agricultural University in Mymensingh. He was a very brilliant student during his studies there.
3. After completing his higher education, Mainul Islam returned home. He then began advanced farming.
4. Mainul Islam has two other brothers. Including himself, there are three brothers in total, all graduates in different fields.
5. The unique aspect of the Islam family is that all the brothers, despite being graduates, choose to live in their village. They have all achieved fame and respect in their chosen fields while remaining there.
6. Mainul Islam’s younger brother is a science teacher. He works at a local school in their village.
7. Mainul Islam’s younger brother graduated from Rajshahi University. He then decided to contribute to his community by teaching locally.
8. Mainul Islam’s youngest brother is a Social Science graduate. He is also dedicated to improving his local area.
9. Mainul Islam’s youngest brother intends to start a local NGO. He aims to work for the betterment of their village and surrounding areas.
10. When asked why he decided to stay in the village, Mr. Islam smiled. This reaction conveys his contentment and firm conviction in his choice.
11. Mainul Islam mentioned that he could have become an officer. His brother, he noted, could have become a bureaucrat if they had chosen city life.
12. City life did not attract them because they identified themselves as “sons of this soil.” They felt a strong bond and obligation to their native land.
13. Mainul Islam posed the rhetorical question, “Does education prepare a person only to be an officer?” This challenges the notion that education’s sole purpose is securing white-collar jobs.
14. Mainul Islam believes educated individuals have an obligation to the soil that has nurtured them. This implies a moral duty to give back to their place of origin.
15. Mainul Islam stated that every educated individual shouldn’t be a job seeker. He suggested they should instead consider creating opportunities or serving their community directly.
16. Mainul Islam’s academic discipline was Agriculture. This specialized knowledge directly informed his choice of profession.
17. After his education, Mainul Islam chose the occupation of a farmer. He applied his advanced agricultural knowledge to his family’s land.
18. Mainul Islam confirmed that they were very pleased with their life in the village. They expressed no frustration about their rural existence.
19. Mainul Islam enjoys working on his own farm, staying with his family members, and spending time with his old friends. He also values sleeping at his own home.
20. Mainul Islam states, “All these count a lot.” This phrase emphasizes the significant personal value he places on his chosen lifestyle and relationships.
21. Many people’s roots tend to be forgotten or loosened when they move to cities. This occurs whether they are aware of it or not.
22. According to the passage, people lose their roots knowingly or unknowingly. This often happens when they relocate to urban environments and detach from their origins.
23. Mainul Islam and his brothers are described as “great roots.” They are considered firmly connected to their heritage and community.
24. The Islam brothers have played the role of “torch bearers” for others. They serve as an example for being respectful of one’s own roots.
25. The central message conveyed by the Islam family’s story is the importance of staying connected to one’s roots. It highlights the value of contributing to one’s homeland.
26. By “sons of this soil,” Mainul Islam means they have a deep, intrinsic connection and loyalty to the land where they were born and raised. It signifies their strong sense of belonging and identity with their birthplace.
27. Mainul Islam’s perspective implies that the traditional view of education is often too narrow, focusing solely on securing office jobs. He suggests education should also equip individuals to serve their community in diverse ways.
28. The Islam brothers have had an inspiring impact on their local community. They serve as role models, demonstrating that educated individuals can find success and fulfillment by staying rooted.
29. The author’s general stance on Mainul Islam’s life choices is one of agreement and admiration. The passage praises his decision to stay connected to his roots and contribute to his village.
30. Mainul Islam’s contentment signifies that his decision to stay in the village aligns deeply with his personal values and priorities. It shows that he finds immense satisfaction and fulfillment in his chosen lifestyle.
31. The youngest brother envisions doing community work by starting a local NGO. His aim is to actively work for the betterment of their village and its inhabitants.
32. The overall tone of the passage is analytical and reflective, mixed with appreciation and admiration. The author thoughtfully examines the concept of roots and celebrates the Islam family’s choices.
33. The passage suggests that the true definition of success is not solely about acquiring wealth or high-status city jobs. Instead, it encompasses personal satisfaction, contributing to one’s community, and maintaining strong ties to one’s roots.
34. The significance of the Islam family being “renowned in their own fields” is that they are highly respected and recognized for their contributions. This fame exists within their specific professions and within their local community, proving success doesn’t require city lights.
35. Mainul Islam emphasizes a moral duty when referring to “obligation to the soil.” This duty involves giving back to, and nurturing, the land and community that have shaped one’s identity.
36. The passage illustrates that education, rather than pulling one away from their roots, can be a tool to strengthen them. Mainul Islam used his agricultural education to serve his land directly.
37. The passage implicitly argues that educated individuals are crucial for rural development. Their commitment and skills can significantly uplift their home areas, rather than seeking opportunities exclusively in cities.
38. Based on the passage’s description, someone might be considered “rootless” if they lose their bond with family, birthplace, culture, and traditions. Such individuals are described as lacking identity and feeling empty.
39. The Islam brothers challenge the conventional idea that success and fulfillment are exclusively found by migrating to cities for white-collar jobs. They demonstrate that meaningful lives can be built by staying connected to one’s origins.
40. The Islam family’s choices and lifestyle exhibit strong values of family connection, community contribution, and deep loyalty to their homeland. They prioritize intrinsic satisfaction over external markers of success.
41. The literary device used when describing the Islam brothers as “torch bearers” is a metaphor. It signifies that they are leading examples, illuminating the path for others to follow by valuing their roots.
42. The primary focus of the passage’s narrative is to illustrate the profound importance of staying connected to one’s cultural and familial roots. It uses the Islam family as a compelling example of this principle.
43. The author’s main purpose in sharing this story is to highlight the value of cultural belonging and the potential for educated individuals to contribute meaningfully to their communities. It advocates for embracing one’s origins.
44. The youngest brother wants to start an NGO because he feels a strong desire to work directly for the welfare of his local area. He aims to bring positive social change to his community.
45. Mainul Islam’s sense of fulfillment suggests that his choices are deeply aligned with his personal values and identity. It shows that true happiness and satisfaction come from meaningful connections and contributions, not just external achievements.
46. The passage implicitly argues against the common societal expectation that higher education primarily serves to enable individuals to leave their rural roots for urban, high-status jobs. It offers an alternative perspective on success and contribution.
47. The passage discusses invisible and mental roots in the context of human beings. These roots represent the deep emotional and cultural bonds individuals have with their family, friends, birthplace, and traditions.
48. Mainul Islam and his brothers serve as an example for others by demonstrating that it is possible to be educated, successful, and renowned while remaining deeply connected to one’s village and cultural origins. They are living proof of the “pull of the roots.”
49. Mainul Islam prioritizes staying with his family members, passing time with old friends, and sleeping at his own home for a fulfilling existence. He values these personal and communal connections above conventional urban successes.
50. The general sentiment of the Islam family towards their village and lifestyle is one of deep pleasure and contentment. They are proud “sons of this soil” and derive great satisfaction from their rooted existence.