Read the passage. Then answer the questions below.

Zahir Raihan was one of the most talented film makers in Bangladesh. He was born on 19 August 1935 in the village Majupur in Feni district. He was an active worker of the Language Movement. He was one of the ten students to go out in a procession on 21 February, 1952 despite a ban on such activies. As a result, he and many others were arrested and taken to prison. Zahir was also present at the historic meeting of Amtala on February 21, 1952. He also took part in the mass movement in 1969. In 1971, he joined the Liberation War.

All through his life, Zahir dreamt for a democratic society, a society that will ensure freedom of speech and will. He had many dreams about our film industry too. He made a legendary film Jibon Theke Neya based on the Language Movement of 1952. It was a revolt against the then autocratic government. The family presented in that film was a miniature East Pakistan ruled by an autocrat who had to go to the prison for her conspiracy. During the liberation war this film was shown outside Bangladesh. Critics like Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen and Ritwik Ghatak appreciated this film. Zahir gave all his money to the Freedom Fighters’ trust that he got from his film shows. Besides, his great documentary on Pakistani atrocities, Stop Genocide, helped create world sentiment in favour of our liberation war.

On 30 December 1971, someone informed Zahir about an address somewhere at Mirpur, where he might find his brother, the famous writer Shahidullah Kaiser. Shahidullah was captured and killed by the Pakistani army and the local collaborators during the last days of the war. Accordingly, Zahir left home to get his brother back and he never returned. Zahir’s dream was fulfilled. He could see the inception of a free indepedent Bangladesh though he did not get back his brother. And it’s a pity that this dreamer was missing at such a time when his dream came true.

জহির রায়হান বাংলাদেশের অন্যতম প্রতিভাবান চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাতা ছিলেন। তিনি ১৯৩৫ সালের ১৯ আগস্ট ফেনী জেলার মজুপুর গ্রামে জন্মগ্রহণ করেন। তিনি ভাষা আন্দোলনের একজন সক্রিয় কর্মী ছিলেন। ১৯৫২ সালের ২১শে ফেব্রুয়ারি মিছিলে অংশ নেওয়া দশজন ছাত্রের একজন ছিলেন তিনি, যদিও সে সময় এ ধরনের কার্যকলাপের উপর নিষেধাজ্ঞা জারি ছিল। এর ফলে, তিনি এবং আরও অনেকেই গ্রেপ্তার হয়ে কারাগারে পাঠানো হয়। জহির সেই ঐতিহাসিক অমতলা সভাতেও উপস্থিত ছিলেন। তিনি ১৯৬৯ সালের গণআন্দোলনেও অংশগ্রহণ করেন। ১৯৭১ সালে তিনি মুক্তিযুদ্ধে যোগ দেন।

জীবনভর জহির একটি গণতান্ত্রিক সমাজের স্বপ্ন দেখেছিলেন—একটি সমাজ, যেখানে বাকস্বাধীনতা ও মত প্রকাশের স্বাধীনতা থাকবে। আমাদের চলচ্চিত্র শিল্প নিয়েও তার অনেক স্বপ্ন ছিল। তিনি ১৯৫২ সালের ভাষা আন্দোলনকে কেন্দ্র করে ‘জীবন থেকে নেয়া’ নামে একটি কিংবদন্তী চলচ্চিত্র নির্মাণ করেন। এটি তৎকালীন স্বৈরশাসনের বিরুদ্ধে একটি প্রতিবাদ ছিল। ছবিতে দেখানো পরিবারটি ছিল পূর্ব পাকিস্তানের প্রতিচ্ছবি, যেটি এক স্বৈরাচারীর দ্বারা শাসিত হচ্ছিল এবং যার ষড়যন্ত্রের জন্য তাকে শেষ পর্যন্ত কারাগারে যেতে হয়। মুক্তিযুদ্ধ চলাকালীন এই ছবিটি বাংলাদেশের বাইরে দেখানো হয়। সত্যজিৎ রায়, মৃণাল সেন ও ঋত্বিক ঘটকের মতো সমালোচকরা এই ছবির প্রশংসা করেন। ছবির প্রদর্শনী থেকে প্রাপ্ত অর্থ তিনি ফ্রিডম ফাইটার্স ট্রাস্ট–এ দান করেন। এছাড়াও, পাকিস্তানি নৃশংসতার উপর নির্মিত তার বিখ্যাত প্রামাণ্যচিত্র ‘স্টপ জেনোসাইড’ মুক্তিযুদ্ধের পক্ষে বিশ্বজনমত গঠনে সাহায্য করে।

১৯৭১ সালের ৩০ ডিসেম্বর কেউ একজন তাকে মিরপুরের একটি ঠিকানা জানায়, যেখানে তার ভাই, প্রখ্যাত লেখক শহীদুল্লাহ কায়সারকে পাওয়া যেতে পারে। শহীদুল্লাহ যুদ্ধের শেষ দিকে পাকিস্তানি সেনাবাহিনী ও তাদের দেশীয় দোসরদের হাতে ধরা পড়ে নিহত হন। সেই খবরে জহির ভাইকে খুঁজে পেতে বাড়ি থেকে বের হন, কিন্তু তিনি আর ফিরে আসেননি। জহিরের স্বপ্ন পূর্ণ হয়েছে—তিনি একটি স্বাধীন বাংলাদেশের সূচনা দেখে যেতে পেরেছিলেন, যদিও ভাইকে ফিরে পাননি। দুর্ভাগ্য এই যে, নিজের স্বপ্ন বাস্তবায়নের মুহূর্তে এই স্বপ্নদ্রষ্টা হারিয়ে গেলেন।

 Vocabulary Box: Zahir Raihan

A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. 

1. Zahir Raihan was a —
   (i) teacher
   (ii) doctor
   (iii) artist
   (iv) film maker
2. Zahir Raihan was born in —
   (i) Comilla
   (ii) Dhaka
   (iii) Feni
   (iv) Chittagong
3. The village where Zahir was born is called —
   (i) Majupur
   (ii) Amtala
   (iii) Sonapur
   (iv) Rajapur
4. Zahir Raihan was born on —
   (i) 21 February 1952
   (ii) 30 December 1971
   (iii) 26 March 1971
   (iv) 19 August 1935
5. Zahir Raihan actively took part in the —
   (i) Liberation War only
   (ii) Language Movement
   (iii) 1970 Election
   (iv) Education Movement
6. On 21 February 1952, Zahir went out in a —
   (i) bus
   (ii) car
   (iii) procession
   (iv) train
7. The procession on 21 February was —
   (i) a public celebration
   (ii) a legal activity
   (iii) banned by the government
   (iv) a cultural festival
8. Zahir Raihan was — for participating in the procession.
   (i) awarded
   (ii) arrested
   (iii) welcomed
   (iv) promoted
9. Zahir Raihan was present at the historic meeting of —
   (i) Amtala
   (ii) Dhaka
   (iii) Mirpur
   (iv) Sylhet
10. In 1969, Zahir took part in the —
    (i) Language Movement
    (ii) Mass Movement
    (iii) Liberation War
    (iv) Educational Reform
11. In 1971, Zahir joined —
    (i) the Language Movement
    (ii) the Liberation War
    (iii) the Mass Movement
    (iv) the Election Campaign
12. Zahir dreamt of a —
    (i) dictatorial society
    (ii) democratic society
    (iii) monarchy
    (iv) theocracy
13. Zahir’s democratic society would ensure —
    (i) freedom of speech and will
    (ii) censorship
    (iii) curfew
    (iv) restrictions
14. Zahir made a legendary film called —
    (i) Jibon Theke Neya
    (ii) Stop Genocide
    (iii) The Mass Movement
    (iv) Freedom Fight
15. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was based on —
    (i) the Liberation War
    (ii) the Language Movement of 1952
    (iii) the 1970 Election
    (iv) the Mass Movement of 1969
16. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was a —
    (i) love story
    (ii) revolt against the autocratic government
    (iii) comedy
    (iv) documentary
17. The family in the film symbolized —
    (i) a democratic society
    (ii) a miniature East Pakistan ruled by an autocrat
    (iii) a freedom fighter family
    (iv) a typical Bengali family
18. The autocrat in the film was sent to —
    (i) exile
    (ii) prison
    (iii) foreign country
    (iv) death
19. During the Liberation War, the film was shown —
    (i) only in Bangladesh
    (ii) outside Bangladesh
    (iii) only on TV
    (iv) only in schools
20. Critics like — appreciated the film ‘Jibon Theke Neya.’
    (i) Satyajit Ray
    (ii) Mrinal Sen
    (iii) Ritwik Ghatak
    (iv) All of the above
21. Zahir donated all his money earned from the film shows to —
    (i) the government
    (ii) Freedom Fighters’ trust
    (iii) charity organizations
    (iv) his family
22. Zahir made a documentary called —
    (i) Jibon Theke Neya
    (ii) Stop Genocide
    (iii) The Liberation War
    (iv) The Mass Movement
23. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ helped create —
    (i) national support for the autocrats
    (ii) world sentiment in favor of liberation
    (iii) confusion about the war
    (iv) propaganda against freedom fighters
24. On 30 December 1971, Zahir got information about his brother’s location at —
    (i) Dhaka
    (ii) Mirpur
    (iii) Chittagong
    (iv) Sylhet
25. Zahir’s brother was —
    (i) a famous writer
    (ii) a politician
    (iii) a film maker
    (iv) a teacher
26. Zahir’s brother’s name was —
    (i) Zahir Raihan
    (ii) Shahidullah Kaiser
    (iii) Satyajit Ray
    (iv) Mrinal Sen
27. Shahidullah Kaiser was captured and killed by —
    (i) the Bangladeshi army
    (ii) the Pakistani army and local collaborators
    (iii) the Indian army
    (iv) freedom fighters
28. Zahir left home to —
    (i) join the army
    (ii) find his brother
    (iii) make a film
    (iv) move abroad
29. Zahir — after leaving home to find his brother.
    (i) returned safely
    (ii) never returned
    (iii) went to India
    (iv) joined the government
30. Zahir saw the beginning of —
    (i) an autocratic state
    (ii) a free independent Bangladesh
    (iii) a cultural festival
    (iv) a political crisis
31. Zahir’s dream was —
    (i) unfulfilled
    (ii) fulfilled partially
    (iii) fulfilled
    (iv) destroyed
32. Zahir was a — during the Language Movement.
    (i) bystander
    (ii) passive observer
    (iii) active worker
    (iv) reporter
33. Zahir’s contribution to film was —
    (i) insignificant
    (ii) legendary
    (iii) minor
    (iv) irrelevant
34. The family in ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ symbolized —
    (i) freedom fighters
    (ii) political dictatorship in East Pakistan
    (iii) a peaceful community
    (iv) cultural unity
35. ‘Stop Genocide’ was a —
    (i) short story
    (ii) documentary film
    (iii) poem
    (iv) drama
36. Zahir’s role in the Liberation War was —
    (i) a fighter
    (ii) a supporter through film and activism
    (iii) neutral
    (iv) opposed
37. Zahir’s disappearance happened —
    (i) before Liberation War
    (ii) during Liberation War
    (iii) after Liberation War
    (iv) in 1969
38. Zahir’s dream for Bangladesh was —
    (i) democracy with freedom of speech
    (ii) dictatorship
    (iii) monarchy
    (iv) religious rule
39. The poem ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was made to —
    (i) entertain people
    (ii) inspire revolt against autocracy
    (iii) promote government
    (iv) support foreign rulers
40. The local collaborators mentioned in the passage refer to —
    (i) freedom fighters
    (ii) Pakistani rulers
    (iii) Rajakars
    (iv) common people
41. Zahir’s films contributed to —
    (i) creating awareness about Pakistani atrocities
    (ii) supporting the autocratic government
    (iii) entertainment only
    (iv) government propaganda
42. Zahir’s money from film shows was given to —
    (i) his family
    (ii) freedom fighters’ trust
    (iii) government funds
    (iv) charity
43. Zahir was arrested on 21 February because —
    (i) he was part of the banned procession
    (ii) he committed a crime
    (iii) he was a political leader
    (iv) he broke a law unrelated to the movement
44. Zahir was an active participant in —
    (i) only the Liberation War
    (ii) Language Movement and Mass Movement of 1969
    (iii) only the 1970 Election
    (iv) none of the above
45. Zahir’s birth year is —
    (i) 1930
    (ii) 1935
    (iii) 1940
    (iv) 1945
46. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ helped —
    (i) stop the genocide itself
    (ii) raise international awareness
    (iii) spread propaganda
    (iv) nothing significant
47. Zahir’s brother was killed by —
    (i) Indian army
    (ii) local collaborators and Pakistani army
    (iii) freedom fighters
    (iv) unknown persons
48. The main theme of the passage is —
    (i) Zahir’s last days
    (ii) Zahir’s life and contributions
    (iii) Zahir’s family history
    (iv) Zahir’s films only
49. Zahir’s film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was shown —
    (i) only inside Bangladesh
    (ii) outside Bangladesh as well
    (iii) only on TV
    (iv) in Indian cinemas only
50. Zahir’s disappearance is described as —
    (i) mysterious
    (ii) well-known
    (iii) expected
    (iv) irrelevant
51. Zahir Raihan was born in the district of —
    (i) Feni
    (ii) Dhaka
    (iii) Chittagong
    (iv) Khulna
52. The procession Zahir took part in was against —
    (i) foreign invasion
    (ii) language discrimination
    (iii) economic crisis
    (iv) environmental issues
53. Zahir’s role in the Language Movement was —
    (i) passive
    (ii) active
    (iii) indifferent
    (iv) unknown
54. The meeting at Amtala was —
    (i) a cultural event
    (ii) a historic political meeting
    (iii) a social gathering
    (iv) a sporting event
55. Zahir’s film “Jibon Theke Neya” reflects —
    (i) a family drama
    (ii) the political struggle of East Pakistan
    (iii) a love story
    (iv) a comedy
56. The autocratic ruler in the film was —
    (i) a symbolic figure
    (ii) a real person
    (iii) a freedom fighter
    (iv) an ordinary citizen
57. Zahir Raihan contributed to the liberation war by —
    (i) fighting on the battlefield
    (ii) producing films and documentaries
    (iii) organizing protests only
    (iv) none of the above
58. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ was aimed to —
    (i) inform the world about atrocities
    (ii) promote violence
    (iii) entertain the audience
    (iv) document cultural traditions
59. Zahir’s brother Shahidullah Kaiser was —
    (i) a famous actor
    (ii) a famous writer
    (iii) a politician
    (iv) a teacher
60. Zahir’s disappearance happened —
    (i) after the Liberation War ended
    (ii) during the Language Movement
    (iii) before 1970
    (iv) in 1965
61. Zahir Raihan gave the money he earned from his film to —
    (i) help the freedom fighters
    (ii) build his house
    (iii) start a business
    (iv) support political parties
62. Zahir’s film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was appreciated by —
    (i) Indian critics
    (ii) world-famous filmmakers
    (iii) politicians only
    (iv) no one
63. The phrase “freedom of speech and will” means —
    (i) right to speak and act freely
    (ii) silence
    (iii) obedience to laws
    (iv) censorship
64. Zahir’s disappearance is considered —
    (i) mysterious and unresolved
    (ii) explained clearly
    (iii) a common event
    (iv) irrelevant
65. The term ‘local collaborators’ refers to —
    (i) freedom fighters
    (ii) traitors who helped the enemy
    (iii) foreign diplomats
    (iv) peacekeepers
66. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ was made to —
    (i) raise awareness worldwide
    (ii) entertain viewers
    (iii) oppose the freedom fighters
    (iv) document traditional dances
67. Zahir Raihan was an important figure in —
    (i) politics only
    (ii) arts and politics
    (iii) sports
    (iv) business
68. Zahir’s film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ is based on events from —
    (i) 1971
    (ii) 1952
    (iii) 1969
    (iv) 1947
69. The government opposed the procession on 21 February because —
    (i) it was political
    (ii) it was banned
    (iii) it was violent
    (iv) it was a cultural festival
70. Zahir Raihan was arrested because he —
    (i) broke the law unrelated to politics
    (ii) participated in banned activities
    (iii) stole money
    (iv) no reason given
71. Zahir’s brother Shahidullah Kaiser was —
    (i) killed during the war
    (ii) alive after the war
    (iii) a freedom fighter
    (iv) a film director
72. Zahir’s contribution to the liberation war included —
    (i) making films
    (ii) organizing protests
    (iii) fighting as a soldier
    (iv) all of the above
73. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ symbolized —
    (i) family values
    (ii) political dictatorship
    (iii) cultural heritage
    (iv) education reform
74. Zahir’s films were —
    (i) only popular in Bangladesh
    (ii) internationally recognized
    (iii) unknown
    (iv) banned
75. Zahir Raihan died or disappeared —
    (i) before independence
    (ii) after independence
    (iii) during the Liberation War
    (iv) in the 1980s
76. The date of Zahir’s disappearance was —
    (i) 30 December 1971
    (ii) 21 February 1952
    (iii) 19 August 1935
    (iv) 16 December 1971
77. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was a response to —
    (i) an autocratic government
    (ii) foreign invasion
    (iii) poverty
    (iv) cultural decline
78. Zahir Raihan’s main contribution was —
    (i) political speeches
    (ii) filmmaking and activism
    (iii) sports
    (iv) education
79. Zahir’s dream was —
    (i) unfulfilled because he disappeared
    (ii) fulfilled despite his disappearance
    (iii) destroyed
    (iv) forgotten
80. Zahir Raihan’s disappearance remains —
    (i) a mystery
    (ii) fully explained
    (iii) unimportant
    (iv) unrelated to history
81. The word ‘inception’ in the passage means —
    (i) beginning
    (ii) end
    (iii) peak
    (iv) failure
82. Zahir’s films helped to —
    (i) raise awareness about the Liberation War
    (ii) entertain only
    (iii) support the government
    (iv) discourage freedom fighters
83. The autocrat in ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was —
    (i) a symbol of oppression
    (ii) a hero
    (iii) a freedom fighter
    (iv) a family man
84. Zahir Raihan’s work is remembered for —
    (i) promoting freedom and justice
    (ii) entertainment only
    (iii) business success
    (iv) political failure
85. Zahir’s documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ was made during —
    (i) the Language Movement
    (ii) the Liberation War
    (iii) the Mass Movement
    (iv) after 1971
86. Zahir Raihan supported the freedom fighters by —
    (i) donating money
    (ii) making inspiring films
    (iii) participating in movements
    (iv) all of the above
87. Zahir Raihan’s films were appreciated by —
    (i) local audiences only
    (ii) international critics and filmmakers
    (iii) government officials only
    (iv) no one
88. Zahir Raihan’s village Majupur is located in —
    (i) Feni district
    (ii) Dhaka district
    (iii) Comilla district
    (iv) Chittagong district
89. The 21 February movement was primarily about —
    (i) education reform
    (ii) language rights
    (iii) independence from India
    (iv) social equality
90. Zahir Raihan’s films have —
    (i) no historical significance
    (ii) important cultural and political significance
    (iii) only entertainment value
    (iv) little recognition
91. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ showed —
    (i) the life of a freedom fighter
    (ii) political oppression in East Pakistan
    (iii) a family reunion
    (iv) cultural festivals
92. Zahir Raihan joined the Liberation War in —
    (i) 1969
    (ii) 1971
    (iii) 1952
    (iv) 1970
93. The autocrat in the film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was sent to —
    (i) exile
    (ii) prison
    (iii) death
    (iv) retirement
94. Zahir Raihan’s brother Shahidullah Kaiser was —
    (i) a victim of war atrocities
    (ii) a freedom fighter
    (iii) a government official
    (iv) a filmmaker
95. Zahir Raihan’s disappearance was related to —
    (i) his search for his brother
    (ii) a political conspiracy
    (iii) exile
    (iv) personal reasons
96. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ aimed to —
    (i) gain international support for Bangladesh’s independence
    (ii) document culture
    (iii) entertain audiences
    (iv) support Pakistan
97. Zahir Raihan’s films are considered —
    (i) propaganda
    (ii) historical evidence
    (iii) fiction only
    (iv) irrelevant
98. The phrase “freedom of speech and will” means —
    (i) the right to express opinions freely
    (ii) silence and obedience
    (iii) censorship
    (iv) punishment for speech
99. Zahir Raihan’s work inspired —
    (i) only filmmakers
    (ii) freedom fighters and the general public
    (iii) only politicians
    (iv) no one
100. Zahir Raihan’s legacy is —

(i) forgotten
(ii) celebrated in Bangladesh
(iii) unknown outside his village
(iv) irrelevant today

Answers: 1 (iv), 2 (iii), 3 (i), 4 (iv), 5 (ii), 6 (iii), 7 (iii), 8 (ii), 9 (i), 10 (ii), 11 (ii), 12 (ii), 13 (i), 14 (i), 15 (ii), 16 (ii), 17 (ii), 18 (ii), 19 (ii), 20 (iv), 21 (ii), 22 (ii), 23 (ii), 24 (ii), 25 (i), 26 (ii), 27 (ii), 28 (ii), 29 (ii), 30 (ii), 31 (iii), 32 (iii), 33 (ii), 34 (ii), 35 (ii), 36 (ii), 37 (iii), 38 (i), 39 (ii), 40 (iii), 41 (i), 42 (ii), 43 (i), 44 (ii), 45 (ii), 46 (ii), 47 (ii), 48 (ii), 49 (ii), 50 (i), 51 (i), 52 (ii), 53 (ii), 54 (ii), 55 (ii), 56 (i), 57 (ii), 58 (i), 59 (ii), 60 (i), 61 (i), 62 (ii), 63 (i), 64 (i), 65 (ii), 66 (i), 67 (ii), 68 (ii), 69 (ii), 70 (ii), 71 (i), 72 (i), 73 (ii), 74 (ii), 75 (iii), 76 (i), 77 (i), 78 (ii), 79 (ii), 80 (i), 81 (i), 82 (i), 83 (i), 84 (i), 85 (ii), 86 (iv), 87 (ii), 88 (i), 89 (ii), 90 (ii), 91 (ii), 92 (ii), 93 (ii), 94 (i), 95 (i), 96 (i), 97 (ii), 98 (i), 99 (ii), 100 (ii)

Here are 100 WH questions based on the passage about Zahir Raihan

1. Who was Zahir Raihan?
2. When was Zahir Raihan born?
3. Where was Zahir Raihan born?
4. What was Zahir Raihan’s profession?
5. How was Zahir Raihan involved in the Language Movement?
6. Why was Zahir Raihan arrested in 1952?
7. Who were the ten students that took part in the procession on 21 February 1952?
8. Where was the historic meeting of Amtala held?
9. When did Zahir participate in the mass movement?
10. What role did Zahir play in the Liberation War of 1971?
11. What kind of society did Zahir Raihan dream of?
12. What freedom did Zahir want for society?
13. What was the film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ about?
14. Who was the autocrat in the movie ‘Jibon Theke Neya’?
15. What did the family in the film represent?
16. Where was ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ shown during the Liberation War?
17. Which famous critics appreciated the film?
18. What did Zahir do with the money earned from his film shows?
19. What is the documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ about?
20. How did ‘Stop Genocide’ help the Liberation War?
21. When did Zahir get information about his brother’s whereabouts?
22. Where was Zahir’s brother Shahidullah Kaiser?
23. Who killed Shahidullah Kaiser?
24. What did Zahir do after hearing about his brother’s location?
25. Did Zahir return after he left to find his brother?
26. What was Zahir’s dream regarding Bangladesh?
27. What does the last sentence of the passage mean?
28. Why is Zahir’s disappearance considered a pity?
29. How is Zahir remembered in Bangladesh?
30. What were the consequences of Zahir’s participation in the Language Movement?
31. How did Zahir contribute to the mass movement in 1969?
32. What kind of films did Zahir Raihan make?
33. How did Zahir’s films contribute to Bangladesh’s independence?
34. What role did culture play in Zahir’s activism?
35. Why is the date 21 February important?
36. Who were the local collaborators mentioned in the passage?
37. What happened in Mirpur during the Liberation War?
38. How did the autocratic government impact the people according to the film?
39. What is the significance of Zahir’s donation to the Freedom Fighters’ trust?
40. Why was the film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ considered legendary?
41. How did Zahir Raihan support freedom fighters beyond making films?
42. What is the historical importance of the Language Movement?
43. How did Zahir’s films influence international opinion?
44. What is the connection between the family in ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ and East Pakistan?
45. How did Zahir show his patriotism?
46. What does ‘Stop Genocide’ document?
47. How did Zahir’s life reflect his political beliefs?
48. What does the passage say about Zahir’s brother?
49. Why was Zahir’s disappearance mysterious?
50. How did Zahir’s films affect the political situation?
51. What message does the film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ convey?
52. How did critics respond to Zahir’s films?
53. What challenges did Zahir face during his activism?
54. How is Zahir’s role in the Liberation War remembered?
55. What was the outcome of the Language Movement?
56. How did Zahir’s films reach international audiences?
57. What values did Zahir promote through his work?
58. What does the passage tell us about the political climate of East Pakistan?
59. How did Zahir balance art and activism?
60. What impact did Zahir’s films have on the morale of freedom fighters?
61. How did the local collaborators affect the Liberation War?
62. What was the significance of the Mass Movement of 1969?
63. How did Zahir’s background influence his work?
64. What was Zahir’s contribution to Bangladeshi culture?
65. Why is Zahir considered a legendary filmmaker?
66. How did Zahir’s films criticize the autocratic regime?
67. What role did Zahir play in the cultural resistance?
68. How did the government respond to Zahir’s activism?
69. What role did the arts play in the Liberation War?
70. How did Zahir’s films help preserve history?
71. What motivated Zahir to join the Liberation War?
72. How did Zahir’s family background influence his activism?
73. What was the public reaction to ‘Jibon Theke Neya’?
74. How is Zahir’s legacy preserved today?
75. What does the passage reveal about the sacrifices made during the Liberation War?
76. How did Zahir contribute to the freedom movement through his art?
77. What were Zahir’s main goals?
78. What was the impact of Zahir’s disappearance on the nation?
79. How did Zahir inspire future generations?
80. What does the passage tell about the unity between parents and teachers regarding children?
81. How did Zahir’s films differ from other films of the time?
82. What role did Zahir play in documenting atrocities?
83. How did Zahir use his films as tools for political change?
84. What was the reaction of international critics to Zahir’s films?
85. What is the importance of the date 30 December 1971 in the passage?
86. What was the significance of Zahir’s film screenings abroad?
87. How did Zahir’s films impact international awareness of Bangladesh’s struggle?
88. What role did Zahir’s personal sacrifices play in his activism?
89. How did Zahir contribute to freedom of expression?
90. What does Zahir’s story teach about the cost of activism?
91. How did Zahir’s disappearance affect his family?
92. What is the significance of the Freedom Fighters’ trust?
93. How did Zahir’s films promote democratic ideals?
94. What challenges did Zahir face while making politically charged films?
95. How did Zahir’s films portray social injustice?
96. How is the Language Movement connected to the Liberation War?
97. What impact did Zahir’s activism have on Bangladesh’s independence?
98. How did Zahir balance his personal and political life?
99. What does Zahir’s life story reflect about the history of Bangladesh?
100. Why is Zahir Raihan remembered as a national hero?

Answers for WH questions

1. Zahir Raihan was one of the most talented film makers in Bangladesh. He was known for his activism and contributions to the Liberation War.
2. Zahir Raihan was born on 19 August 1935. His birth took place in the village of Majupur in the Feni district.
3. Zahir Raihan was born in Majupur, a village in the Feni district of Bangladesh. This rural background influenced his understanding of society deeply.
4. Zahir Raihan was a filmmaker by profession. He used his films to promote social and political messages.
5. Zahir Raihan was an active worker in the Language Movement. He participated in protests despite the ban and was arrested for his activism.
6. Zahir Raihan was arrested because he joined a banned procession on 21 February 1952. The government wanted to suppress the Language Movement.
7. Zahir Raihan was one of ten students who took part in the procession on 21 February 1952. They protested to demand recognition of the Bengali language.
8. The historic meeting of Amtala was held on 21 February 1952. It was a significant event during the Language Movement.
9. Zahir took part in the mass movement of 1969. This movement was aimed at demanding greater rights and democracy.
10. During the Liberation War of 1971, Zahir joined the freedom fighters. He contributed by making films that supported the cause.
11. Zahir Raihan dreamed of a democratic society. He wanted a society where freedom of speech and will were guaranteed.
12. Zahir wanted people to have the freedom to express their opinions and make their own choices. This was part of his vision for a free Bangladesh.
13. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was based on the Language Movement of 1952. It depicted a family ruled by an autocratic figure symbolizing East Pakistan.
14. The autocrat in the movie represented the oppressive government of East Pakistan. This character symbolized the lack of freedom for the people.
15. The family in the film represented East Pakistan under autocratic rule. Their struggles reflected the political situation of that time.
16. ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was shown outside Bangladesh during the Liberation War. It helped raise awareness about the country’s struggle.
17. Famous critics like Satyajit Ray, Mrinal Sen, and Ritwik Ghatak appreciated the film. Their praise helped bring international attention.
18. Zahir gave all the money earned from his film shows to the Freedom Fighters’ trust. This showed his commitment to the liberation cause.
19. The documentary ‘Stop Genocide’ exposed the atrocities committed by the Pakistani army. It played a key role in creating global sympathy for Bangladesh.
20. ‘Stop Genocide’ helped generate international support for the Liberation War. It informed the world about the suffering of the Bangladeshi people.
21. On 30 December 1971, Zahir was informed about an address in Mirpur. It was believed his brother Shahidullah Kaiser might be there.
22. Zahir’s brother Shahidullah Kaiser was captured and killed by the Pakistani army and collaborators. This happened during the last days of the war.
23. Shahidullah Kaiser was killed by the Pakistani army and local collaborators known as Rajakars. His death was a tragic loss for the family.
24. After hearing about his brother, Zahir left home to find him. Unfortunately, he never returned.
25. Zahir did not return after he left to find his brother. His disappearance remains a mystery to this day.
26. Zahir’s dream was to see a free and independent Bangladesh. Although he disappeared, he witnessed the birth of that dream.
27. The last sentence means that although Zahir did not get back his brother, he saw the realization of Bangladesh’s independence. It also expresses sorrow that he went missing at that crucial time.
28. Zahir’s disappearance is considered a pity because it happened just as his dream of independence was fulfilled. He could not enjoy the freedom he fought for.
29. Zahir is remembered as a brave filmmaker and freedom fighter in Bangladesh. His contributions continue to inspire many.
30. Due to his participation in the Language Movement, Zahir was arrested and imprisoned. This showed his dedication to the cause.
31. Zahir contributed to the 1969 mass movement by actively participating in protests and raising awareness. His activism was consistent throughout his life.
32. Zahir made films that highlighted political struggles and social issues. His work was deeply connected to Bangladesh’s history.
33. His films played an important role in inspiring people during the Liberation War. They helped expose injustice and unite the population.
34. Culture was a key tool for Zahir’s activism. Through films and documentaries, he expressed political resistance.
35. The date 21 February is important because it marks the Language Movement protests. It is now observed as International Mother Language Day.
36. Local collaborators were people who sided with the Pakistani army against the independence movement. They helped oppress the Bangladeshi people.
37. Mirpur was a site of conflict during the Liberation War. It was where Shahidullah Kaiser was believed to be held captive.
38. The autocratic government oppressed the people of East Pakistan. The film depicted this tyranny through the family’s struggles.
39. Zahir’s donation to the Freedom Fighters’ trust helped support those fighting for independence. It showed his selflessness.
40. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ was considered legendary because of its powerful political message. It was a symbol of resistance.
41. Beyond making films, Zahir supported the freedom fighters financially and morally. His work raised international awareness.
42. The Language Movement was a struggle to recognize Bengali as a state language. It was a key step toward Bangladesh’s independence.
43. Zahir’s films helped inform the international community about Bangladesh’s plight. They built global support for the liberation cause.
44. The family in ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ symbolized the people of East Pakistan under oppressive rule. Their story reflected real political realities.
45. Zahir showed patriotism by actively participating in movements and making films supporting freedom. He sacrificed personal safety for his country.
46. ‘Stop Genocide’ documents the brutal actions of the Pakistani army in 1971. It was a call for global intervention.
47. Zahir’s life reflected his commitment to freedom and justice. His art was inseparable from his activism.
48. The passage tells us that Zahir’s brother was captured and killed during the war. This personal loss deeply affected him.
49. Zahir’s disappearance is mysterious because no one knows exactly what happened to him. It remains an unresolved issue.
50. His films influenced politics by exposing autocratic rule and inspiring resistance. They were a form of political protest.
51. The film ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ conveys a message against dictatorship. It urges people to fight for their rights.
52. Critics praised Zahir’s films for their artistic quality and political courage. Their appreciation brought wider recognition.
53. Zahir faced arrest, censorship, and danger due to his activism. Despite this, he remained dedicated.
54. His role in the Liberation War is remembered as heroic and influential. He is celebrated for his artistic activism.
55. The Language Movement succeeded in getting Bengali recognized as a state language. It laid the groundwork for future independence.
56. Zahir’s films reached international audiences through screenings abroad. This helped raise global awareness.
57. Zahir promoted values of freedom, justice, and democracy through his work. He believed in a society with equal rights.
58. The passage reveals that East Pakistan was ruled by an oppressive government. People were denied basic freedoms.
59. Zahir balanced art and activism by using films as a platform for political messages. His creativity served his cause.
60. His films boosted the morale of freedom fighters by showing their struggle positively. They inspired hope and courage.
61. Local collaborators harmed the Liberation War effort by assisting the enemy. They were seen as traitors.
62. The Mass Movement of 1969 was a major uprising demanding democracy. Zahir’s participation showed his lifelong activism.
63. Zahir’s rural and cultural background influenced his films and activism. He understood the common people’s struggles.
64. He contributed significantly to Bangladeshi culture through filmmaking and political awareness. His legacy endures.
65. Zahir is considered legendary due to his courage, artistic talent, and sacrifice. His works remain culturally important.
66. His films criticized the autocratic regime by portraying its cruelty and injustice. This helped awaken public resistance.
67. Zahir played a role in cultural resistance by creating politically charged films. He used art to fight oppression.
68. The government often tried to suppress Zahir’s activism through arrest and censorship. Yet, he persisted.
69. The arts played a vital role in the Liberation War by spreading messages and uniting people. Zahir’s films were part of this.
70. His films help preserve the history of Bangladesh’s fight for independence. They are educational and inspirational.
71. Zahir was motivated by patriotism and the desire for justice. This led him to join the Liberation War actively.
72. His family background in a politically aware community shaped his beliefs and actions. It encouraged his activism.
73. The public reacted positively to ‘Jibon Theke Neya’ as a symbol of resistance. It became a cultural milestone.
74. Zahir’s legacy is preserved through continued recognition of his films and contributions. He is taught in schools and remembered in history.
75. The passage reveals that many made sacrifices during the Liberation War, including Zahir and his brother. These sacrifices were for the nation’s freedom.
76. Zahir contributed through films that informed, inspired, and mobilized people. His art was a form of activism.
77. His main goals were to see a democratic and free Bangladesh. He wanted equality and justice for all.
78. Zahir’s disappearance left a gap in the nation’s cultural and political landscape. It was a great loss.
79. He inspired future generations to fight for their rights and use art for social change. His life is a model of courage.
80.  
81. Zahir’s films stood out for their political depth and courage. They addressed real social issues.
82. He documented atrocities to expose the truth to the world. This helped gain international sympathy.
83. Zahir used films as tools for political change by spreading awareness and inspiring resistance.
84. International critics praised his films for both their message and artistic quality.
85. The date 30 December 1971 marks when Zahir sought his brother’s whereabouts. It was near the war’s end.
86. Screenings abroad were significant because they spread awareness internationally. This helped gather support for Bangladesh.
87. His films helped create global awareness of Bangladesh’s struggle for freedom. This influenced foreign opinions.
88. Zahir made personal sacrifices including risking his life. He put the nation before himself.
89. He contributed to freedom of expression by using cinema as a voice against oppression.
90. His story teaches that activism can come with great personal cost. It shows courage and dedication.
91. Zahir’s disappearance caused grief for his family. It remains a painful loss.
92. The Freedom Fighters’ trust supported those fighting for independence. Zahir’s donation strengthened their cause.
93. His films promoted democratic ideals by criticizing dictatorship and encouraging freedom.
94. Zahir faced censorship and threats while making politically charged films. Despite this, he persisted.
95. His films portrayed social injustice by showing the oppression faced by ordinary people.
96. The Language Movement was the foundation that led to the Liberation War. Both were struggles for rights and freedom.
97. Zahir’s activism inspired people and contributed to Bangladesh’s independence.
98. He balanced personal risk with political commitment throughout his life.
99. Zahir’s life story reflects Bangladesh’s history of struggle and sacrifice.
100. Zahir Raihan is remembered as a national hero for his artistic and activist contributions.