The Purple Jar (Part-2)

This time Rosamond was really disappointed as her mother wanted nothing. However, while they were passing by a chemist’s shop, she saw some jars—blue, green, red, yellow and purple–and she seemed to have a fascination for a purple jar. But her mother answered as before, “Of what use would they be to me, Rosamond?”

“Oh, Mamma. I would use it for a flower pot.”

“But you have a flower pot and the jar you are dying for buying is not a flower pot.”

“Yet, Mamma, I like it so much …!”

Then suddenly she cried, “Ouch! A stone, mamma, a stone has got in my shoe. It hurts!”

“Oh! How did it get there?”

“See, there’s a hole in my shoe, Mamma. In fact, my shoes are quite worn out. Would you be so good as to buy me another pair?”

“But, Rosamond, I haven’t got money enough to buy shoes, jars, jewellary, buckles and all that you wish to buy.”

Rosamond became sad again. Her mind flashed back to all those beautiful things she had seen that morning.

“But, Mamma, I like the purple jar very much. And now my foot hurts. Could you buy me only these two things the jar and a pair of shoes. please?”

“No, Rosamond, you can buy only one thing. However, you may buy the other thing next month. And you have to decide which one you would like to buy now.”

“I need the shoes badly,” Rosamond began to argue with herself, but my heart is in that beautiful jar.

Then looking at her shoes, she told her mother, “These shoes are not so bad, except for the hole in one. I think I can make them last till the end of the month, can’t I? Don’t you think so, Mamma?”

“I want you to think for yourself, dear.”

“Okay, if you please. I would like to have the purple jar.”

“Very well, you will have it.”

The Purple Jar (Part-2) — Bangla অনুবাদ

এইবার রোজামন্ড সত্যিই হতাশ হয়েছিল কারণ তার মা কিছুই কেনার ইচ্ছা প্রকাশ করলেন না। তবে, তারা যখন একটি ফার্মেসি বা ঔষধের দোকানের পাশে যাচ্ছিল, তখন সে কয়েকটি জারের দিকে তাকাল—নীল, সবুজ, লাল, হলুদ এবং বেগুনি—আর সে বেগুনী জারটির প্রতি আকর্ষণ অনুভব করল। কিন্তু তার মা আগের মতোই বললেন,

“এসব আমার কাছে কী কাজে আসবে, রোজামন্ড?”

“ওহ, মম্মা, আমি এটাকে ফুলের পাত্র হিসেবে ব্যবহার করব।”

“তোমার তো একটা ফুলের পাত্র আছে, আর তুমি যা কিনতে মরিয়া হচ্ছ সেটা ফুলের পাত্র নয়।”

“তবুও, মম্মা, আমি এটা খুবই পছন্দ করি…!”

তখন হঠাৎ সে চিৎকার করে বলল,

“আহ! একটা পাথর, মম্মা, একটা পাথর আমার জুতোর ভিতরে ঢুকে গেছে। এটা কষ্ট দিচ্ছে!”

“ওহ! এটা কীভাবে ঢুকে গেল?”

“দেখো, আমার জুতোর মধ্যে একটা ছিদ্র আছে, মম্মা। আসলে, আমার জুতোগুলো বেশ পুরানো হয়ে গেছে। তুমি কি দয়া করে আমার জন্য আরেক জোড়া কিনে দিতে পারো?”

“কিন্তু রোজামন্ড, আমার কাছে এত টাকা নেই জুতো, জার, গয়না, বকলস আর তোমার সব ইচ্ছাপূরণ করার জন্য।”

রোজামন্ড আবার দুঃখ পেতে শুরু করল। তার মন আবার সেই সকালে দেখা সমস্ত সুন্দর জিনিসের কথা মনে পড়ল।

“কিন্তু, মম্মা, আমি বেগুনি জারটি খুব পছন্দ করি। আর এখন আমার পায়ে ব্যথা করছে। তুমি কি দয়া করে আমাকে এই দুইটিই কিনে দিতে পারো—জার এবং জুতোর একটা জোড়া, দয়া করে?”

“না, রোজামন্ড, তুমি শুধু একটা জিনিসই কিনতে পারবে। তবে, তুমি পরের মাসে অন্যটা কিনতে পারবে। আর এখন তোমাকে ঠিক করতে হবে কোনটা কিনবে।”
“আমাকে জুতো খুবই দরকার,” রোজামন্ড নিজের সাথে যুক্তি দিতে শুরু করল, “কিন্তু আমার হৃদয় সেই সুন্দর জারটিতে।”

তার জুতোর দিকে তাকিয়ে সে তার মাকে বলল,

“আমার এই জুতোগুলো খুব খারাপ নয়, শুধু একটার মধ্যে ছিদ্র আছে। আমি মনে করি মাসের শেষ পর্যন্ত এগুলো চালিয়ে নিতে পারব, তাই না? তুমি কি তাই মনে করো, মম্মা?”

“আমি চাই তুমি নিজের মতো করে সিদ্ধান্ত নিও, প্রিয়।”

“ঠিক আছে, যদি তোমার ভালো লাগে। আমি বেগুনি জারটিই নিতে চাই।”

“খুব ভালো, তোমাকে সেটা দেওয়া হবে।”

50 WH Questions with Two-Sentence Answers

1. Who was really disappointed in this part of the story?
   Rosamond was really disappointed because her mother didn’t want to buy anything. She wanted to buy many things but was refused.
2. What did Rosamond see at the chemist’s shop?
   She saw many jars of different colors: blue, green, red, yellow, and purple. She was especially fascinated by the purple jar.
3. What did Rosamond want to do with the purple jar?
   She wanted to use it as a flower pot. However, her mother pointed out that it wasn’t actually a flower pot.
4. How did Rosamond’s mother respond to her wish to buy the purple jar?
   She asked Rosamond what use the jar would be to her. She was cautious about buying unnecessary things.
5. Why did Rosamond say she wanted the jar?
   Because she liked it very much. It was beautiful and attracted her heart.
6. What problem did Rosamond suddenly face while walking?
   A stone got inside her shoe, causing pain. This made her realize her shoes were worn out.
7. What did Rosamond ask her mother after feeling pain in her shoe?
   She asked for a new pair of shoes because her old ones had a hole. She wanted her mother to buy shoes for her.
8. Why couldn’t Rosamond’s mother buy everything Rosamond wanted?
   Because she didn’t have enough money. She explained that she couldn’t buy jars, jewelry, buckles, and shoes all at once.
9. How did Rosamond feel when her mother said she couldn’t buy everything?
   She became sad again. She was thinking of all the beautiful things she had seen earlier.
10. What two things did Rosamond want her mother to buy?
    She wanted her mother to buy the purple jar and a new pair of shoes. She asked to have both despite limited money.
11. What was the mother’s decision about buying the two things?
    She said Rosamond could only buy one thing now. The other could be bought the next month.
12. What did Rosamond have to do because of her mother’s decision?
    She had to choose between the jar and the shoes. She needed to decide which was more important.
13. Why did Rosamond say she needed the shoes badly?
    Because her old shoes had a hole and were worn out. She was in pain from the stone inside.
14. Despite needing the shoes, what did Rosamond’s heart want?
    Her heart was set on the beautiful purple jar. She was emotionally attached to it.
15. How did Rosamond try to justify keeping her old shoes?
    She said the shoes were not so bad except for the hole. She thought she could make them last till the end of the month.
16. What did Rosamond ask her mother about her old shoes?
    She asked if she could keep using the old shoes for a while longer. She hoped to delay buying new ones.
17. How did Rosamond’s mother respond to her question about old shoes?
    She encouraged Rosamond to think for herself. She wanted Rosamond to make her own decision.
18. What choice did Rosamond finally make?
    She chose to buy the purple jar. She gave in to her desire despite practical reasons.
19. What does the mother’s question “Of what use would they be to me?” reveal about her?
    It shows she values usefulness over appearance. She is careful with money and practical decisions.
20. Why is the purple jar so important to Rosamond?
    Because she finds it beautiful and fascinating. It appeals to her emotions rather than reason.
21. What does the hole in Rosamond’s shoe symbolize?
    It symbolizes a real need versus a desire. The shoe is a practical necessity, while the jar is a luxury.
22. How does Rosamond’s struggle reflect a common dilemma?
    It reflects the conflict between wants and needs. People often have to choose between practical and emotional purchases.
23. Why couldn’t Rosamond’s mother afford to buy both shoes and the jar?
    Because their money was limited. She had to prioritize important things.
24. What lesson can readers learn from Rosamond’s choice?
    That sometimes desires can overpower needs. It’s important to think carefully before making decisions.
25. How does Rosamond’s mother help her learn responsibility?
    By making her choose one item. She teaches Rosamond to weigh options and make decisions.
26. What role does self-reflection play in the story?
    Rosamond reflects on her needs and wants. This shows her growing maturity.
27. Why does the mother let Rosamond decide for herself?
    To help her develop independence. It encourages Rosamond to think critically.
28. How does the story describe Rosamond’s feelings towards the jar and shoes?
    She feels emotionally attached to the jar but knows she needs the shoes. Her feelings are conflicted.
29. What is the significance of the colors of the jars?
    The variety shows attractive options. The purple jar stands out as special.
30. How does Rosamond express her frustration?
    By crying out when the stone hurts her foot. She shows her physical discomfort.
31. What does Rosamond’s argument with herself reveal?
    That she is aware of practical needs but also driven by desire. It shows internal conflict.
32. How does the mother’s guidance shape the story’s message?
    It promotes thoughtful decision-making. She encourages reflection before buying.
33. Why is Rosamond’s final choice important to the story?
    It sets up later consequences. It shows a key moment of decision.
34. How does the story depict the relationship between emotion and reason?
    Rosamond’s emotions compete with her reason. The story explores this tension.
35. What does Rosamond’s decision tell us about childhood?
    Children often choose based on feelings. They may overlook practicalities.
36. How might Rosamond’s mother feel about her choice?
    She may be concerned but respects her daughter’s decision. She trusts her to learn from experience.
37. What does the mother mean by “think for yourself”?
    She means Rosamond should make her own decisions. It is a lesson in responsibility.
38. How does this part of the story prepare the reader for what might happen next?
    It creates suspense about consequences. The choice implies important results.
39. Why is Rosamond’s desire for the jar described as a “heart” feeling?
    Because it is emotional and instinctive. It contrasts with practical reasoning.
40. What does the story suggest about wants versus needs?
    Needs should usually come before wants. But wants can be strong and persuasive.
41. How is money portrayed in this story?
    As a limited resource. It requires careful spending.
42. What is the effect of Rosamond’s inner argument?
    It shows her struggle between desire and responsibility. It makes her more relatable.
43. Why is the story set in a chemist’s shop for this part?
    To introduce the jars as tempting objects. It adds variety to the shopping setting.
44. How does Rosamond’s reaction to the stone in her shoe influence her decision?
    It highlights her need for new shoes. But despite this, she chooses the jar.
45. What is the tone of this passage?
    Reflective and gentle. It shows a child’s thought process and feelings.
46. How does the mother’s role in the story reflect parenting values?
    It shows guidance and teaching. She balances care with discipline.
47. What can readers infer about Rosamond’s character?
    She is curious, emotional, and learning about decision-making. She is at a stage of growth.
48. Why does Rosamond try to delay buying new shoes?
    Because she wants the jar more. She hopes to keep using her old shoes.
49. What is the significance of the mother letting Rosamond choose?
    It empowers Rosamond. It teaches independence and consequences.
50. How does this story teach about consequences of choices?                  By showing a child’s struggle between wants and needs. It hints that choices have effects, encouraging thoughtful decisions.