DAY 1 ALL ABOUT A DOG প্যারা অনুবাদ
All About a Dog
Section 01
1
English Text
I was travelling in a bus. It was a bitterly cold night, and even at the far end of the bus the east wind cut like a knife. The bus stopped and two women and a man got in together and filled the vacant places. The younger woman carried a little Pekinese dog.
Bengali Translation
আমি একটি বাসে ভ্রমণ করছিলাম। এটি ছিল হাড়কাঁপানো শীতের রাত, এবং বাসের একেবারে শেষ প্রান্তেও পূবালী বাতাস ছুরির মতো বিঁধছিল। বাসটি থামল এবং দুজন মহিলা ও একজন পুরুষ একসঙ্গে উঠলেন এবং খালি জায়গাগুলো পূরণ করলেন। কমবয়েসী মহিলাটির সাথে একটি ছোট পেকিনিজ কুকুর ছিল।
Section 02
2
English Text
The conductor came in and took their fares. Then his eye rested on the beady-eyed dog. I saw trouble coming. This was the opportunity for which the conductor had been waiting, and he intended to make the most of it.
Bengali Translation
কন্ডাক্টর ভেতরে এলেন এবং তাদের ভাড়া নিলেন। তারপর তার চোখ পড়ল ছোট উজ্জ্বল চোখের কুকুরটির ওপর। আমি বিপদ আসন্ন দেখলাম। এটি ছিল সেই সুযোগ যার জন্য কন্ডাক্টর অপেক্ষা করছিলেন, এবং তিনি এর পূর্ণ সদ্ব্যবহার করতে মনস্থির করলেন।
Section 03
3
English Text
"Take that dog out," he said. "I shall certainly do nothing of the kind. You can take my name and address," said the woman. She had evidently expected the challenge and knew the reply.
Bengali Translation
"কুকুরটিকে বাইরে নিয়ে যান," তিনি বললেন। "আমি নিশ্চিতভাবেই তেমন কিছু করব না। আপনি আমার নাম ও ঠিকানা নিতে পারেন," মহিলাটি বললেন। তিনি স্পষ্টত এই চ্যালেঞ্জটি আশা করেছিলেন এবং উত্তরটি জানতেন।
Section 04
4
English Text
"You must take that dog out," said the conductor. "I won't go on the top in such weather. It would kill me," said the woman. "Certainly not," said her lady companion. "You've got a cough as it is."
Bengali Translation
"আপনাকে অবশ্যই কুকুরটিকে বাইরে নিয়ে যেতে হবে," কন্ডাক্টর বললেন। "এমন আবহাওয়ায় আমি উপরে (বাসের ছাদে) যাব না। এটা আমাকে মেরে ফেলবে," মহিলাটি বললেন। "নিশ্চয়ই না," তার মহিলা সঙ্গিনী বললেন। "তোমার এমনিতেই কাশি হয়েছে।"
Section 05
5
English Text
"It's nonsense," said her male companion. The conductor pulled the bell and the bus stopped. "This bus doesn't go on until that dog is brought out." He stepped on to the pavement and waited. It was his moment of triumph. He had the law on his side.
Bengali Translation
"এটা অর্থহীন বাজে কথা," তার পুরুষ সঙ্গীটি বললেন। কন্ডাক্টর ঘন্টা বাজালেন এবং বাসটি থামল। "যতক্ষণ না ওই কুকুরটিকে বের করা হচ্ছে, এই বাস আর এগোবে না।" তিনি ফুটপাতে নেমে অপেক্ষা করতে লাগলেন। এটি ছিল তার বিজয়ের মুহূর্ত। আইন তার পক্ষে ছিল।
Section 06
6
English Text
Everybody in the bus was on the side of the lady and her dog. They talked in raised voices: "Shameful!" "Call the police!" "Let's all report him!" "Let's make him give us our fares back!"
Bengali Translation
বাসের প্রত্যেকেই ওই ভদ্রমহিলা এবং তার কুকুরের পক্ষে ছিলেন। তারা উচ্চস্বরে কথা বলতে লাগলেন: "লজ্জাজনক!" "পুলিশ ডাকুন!" "চলুন সবাই মিলে ওর বিরুদ্ধে রিপোর্ট করি!" "ওকে বাধ্য করি আমাদের ভাড়া ফেরত দিতে!"
Section 07
7
English Text
The little dog sat blinking at the dim lights, unconscious of the trouble he was causing. The conductor came to the door. "Some passengers demanded their fares back." "You can't leave us here all night!" "No fares back," said the conductor.
Bengali Translation
ছোট কুকুরটি আবছা আলোর দিকে তাকিয়ে পিটপিট করছিল, সে জানত না যে সে কী সমস্যার সৃষ্টি করছে। কন্ডাক্টর দরজার কাছে এলেন। "কিছু যাত্রী তাদের ভাড়া ফেরত চাইলেন।" "আপনি আমাদের সারা রাত এখানে ফেলে রাখতে পারেন না!" "কোনো ভাড়া ফেরত দেওয়া হবে না," কন্ডাক্টর বললেন।
Section 08
8
English Text
Two or three passengers got out and disappeared into the night. The conductor turned on the pavement, went to the driver to have a talk with him. Another bus, the last on the road, went by. It seemed indifferent to the shouts of the passengers to stop.
Bengali Translation
দুই বা তিনজন যাত্রী নেমে রাতের অন্ধকারে হারিয়ে গেলেন। কন্ডাক্টর ফুটপাতে ঘুরলেন, চালকের সাথে কথা বলতে গেলেন। রাস্তায় শেষ আরেকটি বাস পাশ দিয়ে চলে গেল। থামার জন্য যাত্রীদের চিৎকারের প্রতি এটি উদাসীন মনে হলো।
Section 09
9
English Text
The poor woman's face wore a look of utter hopelessness. Finally, she rose. "Where are you going?" asked her companion. "I'm going up to the top." She went up the stairs. The conductor came back and pulled the bell. The bus went on.
Bengali Translation
বেচারি মহিলার মুখে চরম হতাশার ছাপ ফুটে উঠল। অবশেষে, তিনি উঠে দাঁড়ালেন। "তুমি কোথায় যাচ্ছ?" তার সঙ্গী জিজ্ঞাসা করলেন। "আমি উপরে যাচ্ছি।" তিনি সিঁড়ি দিয়ে উপরে উঠলেন। কন্ডাক্টর ফিরে এলেন এবং ঘন্টা বাজালেন। বাস চলতে শুরু করল।
Section 10
10
English Text
He stood triumphant, while his conduct was criticized in his face by the passengers. Then the bus developed engine trouble and the conductor went to the help of the driver. It was a long job. Meanwhile, the lady with the dog stole down the stairs and re-entered the bus.
Bengali Translation
তিনি বিজয়ী হয়ে দাঁড়িয়ে রইলেন, যখন যাত্রীরা তার মুখের ওপরই তার আচরণের সমালোচনা করছিলেন। তারপর বাসের ইঞ্জিনে সমস্যা দেখা দিল এবং কন্ডাক্টর চালককে সাহায্য করতে গেলেন। এটি ছিল দীর্ঘ সময়ের কাজ। ইতিমধ্যে, কুকুরসহ ভদ্রমহিলা চুপিচুপি সিঁড়ি দিয়ে নিচে নেমে এলেন এবং পুনরায় বাসে প্রবেশ করলেন।
Section 11
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English Text
When the engine was put right, the conductor came back and pulled the bell. Then his eye fell on the dog, and his hand went to the bell-rope again. The driver looked round, the conductor pointed to the dog, and the bus stopped. The whole struggle began all over again.
Bengali Translation
যখন ইঞ্জিন ঠিক হলো, কন্ডাক্টর ফিরে এলেন এবং ঘন্টা বাজালেন। তারপর তার চোখ কুকুরের ওপর পড়ল, এবং তার হাত আবার ঘন্টার দড়িতে চলে গেল। চালক পেছনে তাকালেন, কন্ডাক্টর কুকুরের দিকে ইঙ্গিত করলেন, এবং বাস থামল। পুরো সংগ্রাম আবার নতুন করে শুরু হলো।
Section 12
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English Text
The conductor walked on the pavement, the little dog blinked at the lights, the lady again declared that she would not go to the top, and finally went.
Bengali Translation
কন্ডাক্টর ফুটপাতে হাঁটাহাঁটি করলেন, ছোট কুকুরটি আলোর দিকে তাকিয়ে পিটপিট করল, ভদ্রমহিলা আবার ঘোষণা করলেন যে তিনি উপরে যাবেন না, এবং অবশেষে গেলেন।
Section 13
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English Text
I was the last passenger left in the bus. "I've got my rules," the conductor said to me. He had won his victory, but felt that he would like to justify himself to somebody.
Bengali Translation
আমি বাসে অবশিষ্ট শেষ যাত্রী ছিলাম। "আমার নিয়ম আছে," কন্ডাক্টর আমাকে বললেন। তিনি তার জয় হাসিল করেছিলেন, কিন্তু অনুভব করলেন যে কারো কাছে নিজেকে সঠিক প্রমাণ করা দরকার।
Section 14
14
English Text
"Rules," I said, "are necessary things. Some are hard and fast rules, like the rule of the road, which cannot be broken without danger to life and limb. But some are only rules for your guidance, which you can apply in the light of common sense. They are meant to be observed in the spirit, not in the letter, for the comfort of the passengers."
Bengali Translation
"নিয়ম," আমি বললাম, "প্রয়োজনীয় জিনিস। কিছু হলো ধরাবাঁধা নিয়ম, যেমন রাস্তার নিয়ম, যা জীবন ও অঙ্গহানির ঝুঁকি ছাড়া ভাঙা যায় না। কিন্তু কিছু নিয়ম শুধুমাত্র আপনার নির্দেশনার জন্য, যা আপনি সাধারণ জ্ঞানের আলোকে প্রয়োগ করতে পারেন। যাত্রীদের আরামের জন্য সেগুলোর আক্ষরিক অর্থের চেয়ে মূল উদ্দেশের প্রতি লক্ষ্য রেখে পালন করা উচিত।"
DAY 2 ALL ABOUT A DOG সম্পূর্ণ সমাধান করা কার্যকলাপ এবং প্রশ্নব্যাংক
All About a Dog
Lesson 2 • A.G. Gardiner
Complete Solved Activities & Question Bank
Textbook Activities (Solved)
Exercise 1: Choose the correct answer
1. The younger woman carried a little: Answer: (b) Pekingese dog
2. The younger woman was suffering from: Answer: (c) a cough
3. The bell was pulled by the: Answer: (a) conductor
4. The number of policemen to whom the woman expressed her anger was: Answer: (a) three
5. The problem the bus faced was with the: Answer: (b) engine
Exercise 2: True/False & Supporting Statements
1. The conductor ordered the younger woman to go out with the dog. True (T)
SS: "Take that dog out," said the conductor.
SS: "Take that dog out," said the conductor.
2. The conductor had grievances against the passengers. True (T)
SS: He seemed to have a general grievance against everything.
SS: He seemed to have a general grievance against everything.
3. The younger woman was shivering because of cold. False (F)
SS: She had a cough and she was wearing a summer fur. (The text implies she didn't want to go up because of the cold, but she wasn't explicitly described as shivering initially, though the cold was the main issue).
SS: She had a cough and she was wearing a summer fur. (The text implies she didn't want to go up because of the cold, but she wasn't explicitly described as shivering initially, though the cold was the main issue).
4. The woman did not go to the top of the bus. False (F)
SS: The lady with the dog stole down the stairs and re-entered the bus. (This implies she eventually went up, then came down).
SS: The lady with the dog stole down the stairs and re-entered the bus. (This implies she eventually went up, then came down).
Exercise 3: Answer the following questions
1. When did the author feel that trouble was coming up? The author felt that trouble was coming up when a younger woman entered the bus carrying a little Pekingese dog and the conductor's eye rested on the dog with a vague desire to cause trouble.
2. What was the conductor's order to the younger woman? The conductor ordered the younger woman to take the dog out of the bus.
3. Why did the conductor stand triumphant? The conductor stood triumphant because the law was on his side and the bus had stopped, forcing the lady to eventually comply with his order to go to the top.
4. What is that rule which cannot be broken without danger to life and limb? The rule of the road (like keeping to the left) cannot be broken without danger to life and limb.
Question Bank (60 Questions)
Comprehensive practice including 20 MCQs, 20 SAQs, and 20 LAQs.
Part A: 20 Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ)
- The night was:
a) bitterly cold b) pleasant c) rainy - The bus was moving through:
a) the countryside b) the east end c) the city center - The two women were dressed in:
a) cotton b) sealskin c) wool - The conductor looked like he had a:
a) grievance b) headache c) smile - The dog was a:
a) Bulldog b) Poodle c) Pekingese - The fare was paid by:
a) the man b) the younger woman c) the older woman - "I shall certainly do nothing of the kind" was said by:
a) the lady with the dog b) the author c) the conductor - The bus stopped because:
a) of traffic b) the conductor pulled the bell c) it broke down - The passengers felt a sense of:
a) joy b) solidarity with the woman c) anger at the woman - One passenger threatened to:
a) hit the conductor b) report the conductor c) leave the bus
- The conductor was compared to:
a) a soldier b) a resentful employee c) a tyrant - "You can't leave us here all night" said:
a) the author b) a male passenger c) the lady - The police constable:
a) arrested the conductor b) supported the conductor c) fined the lady - The lady finally went:
a) to the top b) home c) to the driver - The engine driver was:
a) beating his arms b) sleeping c) shouting - When the engine started, the conductor:
a) smiled b) pulled the bell again c) apologized - The lady came down when:
a) it rained b) the bus stopped again c) the dog barked - The author was the:
a) last passenger b) first passenger c) driver - Rules are meant to be observed in:
a) letter b) spirit c) anger - The conductor bade the author:
a) goodbye b) good night c) good luck
Part B: 20 Short Answer Questions (SAQ)
1. Describe the weather.It was a bitterly cold night, and even at the far end of the bus, the east wind cut like a knife.
2. Who boarded the bus?Two women and a man boarded the bus together.
3. What was the conductor doing when they entered?He was shivering and rubbing his hands.
4. What did the lady say when asked to take the dog out?She said, "I shall certainly do nothing of the kind. You can tell me my name and address."
5. Where did the conductor want the dog to go?He wanted the dog to be taken to the top of the bus.
6. Why did the lady refuse to go to the top?She refused because the weather was terribly cold and she had a cough; she feared it would kill her.
7. What did the conductor do when she refused?He pulled the bell and the bus stopped. He stated the bus wouldn't move until the dog was removed.
8. How did the passengers react initially?They were on the side of the lady and expressed strong anger towards the conductor, calling him names.
9. What did the policeman say?The policeman said that the conductor had the law on his side and they had to follow the rules.
10. Why did the bus stop frequently after starting?The lady kept coming down from the top into the warm interior, forcing the conductor to stop the bus each time.
11. What condition was the lady suffering from?She had a cough.
12. What did the man accompanying the women do?He eventually got off the bus when the bus stopped for a long time.
13. How did the conductor look at the passengers?He looked at them cold and hard, indifferent to their protests.
14. What happened to the engine?The engine developed a fault or 'went on strike' during the standoff, delaying them further.
15. Who was the last passenger left?The narrator (author) was the last passenger left on the bus.
16. What advice did the narrator give the conductor?He advised him that some rules are meant to be observed in the spirit, not the letter, for the comfort of passengers.
17. How did the conductor receive the advice?He took it very well and said "Good night" quite amiably.
18. What is the 'Rule of the Road'?It is a hard and fast rule (like driving on the left) that ensures safety and cannot be broken.
19. Why are some rules only 'rules of guidance'?Because they are meant for convenience and comfort, like the dog rule, and require common sense.
20. What is the moral of the story?Rules should be tempered with humanity and common sense.
Part C: 20 Long Answer Questions (LAQ) & Concepts
1. Describe the character of the conductor in the story. The conductor initially appears as a rigid, grievance-filled employee. He seems to enjoy exercising his small authority. He is observant, noticing the dog immediately. He is stubborn, willing to hold up the entire bus to enforce a rule. However, he is not entirely villainous; he keeps his cool against the angry passengers and, in the end, accepts the narrator's advice about mixing rules with humanity, showing he is capable of learning.
2. Contrast the attitude of the passengers with that of the conductor. The passengers were emotional, angry, and focused on the immediate discomfort of the cold and the unfairness to the woman. They showed solidarity. The conductor was cold, detached, and focused solely on the technicality of the rule. While the passengers demanded humanity, the conductor demanded obedience.
3. "He had the law on his side." Explain the significance of this line. This line highlights the central conflict. Technically, the rule book stated dogs were not allowed (or must be on top). The conductor was legally correct. However, the situation (bitter cold, sick woman) made the enforcement of the law morally wrong or cruel. It shows that being legally right doesn't always mean being morally right.
4. How does the author distinguish between two types of rules? The author distinguishes between rules for safety (like the rule of the road) which must be strictly followed to prevent danger to life, and rules for comfort/guidance (like the dog rule). The latter should be applied with common sense and a spirit of compromise, rather than rigid adherence to the letter of the law.
5. Describe the incident of the engine failure. How did it affect the situation? Just as the conductor won his battle and the lady went up, the bus engine stopped working. The driver tried to start it, and the conductor went to help. This irony—that the bus wouldn't move even after the rule was enforced—added frustration to the passengers and prolonged the lady's suffering in the cold.
6. Why did the conductor triumph?He triumphed because he controlled the vehicle. He refused to signal the driver to move until his condition was met. The passengers' threats and the police's presence didn't sway him because the rules supported him.
7. What was the reaction of the lady with the dog throughout the incident?She was initially defiant ("I shall certainly do nothing of the kind"). Then she became fearful for her health. Finally, she submitted reluctantly, disappearing up the stairs, but kept sneaking back down when she thought she could, showing persistence.
8. Describe the atmosphere inside the bus.The atmosphere was tense and hostile. It was physically cold due to the weather and the open door, and emotionally cold due to the conflict between the conductor and the passengers.
9. "You are a shame," the passengers said. Why?They felt the conductor was behaving shamefully by forcing a sick woman into the freezing cold for a minor rule, showing a lack of basic human decency.
10. How did the story end?The story ends on a reflective note. The bus empties, the author gives advice to the conductor, who accepts it. The conductor says good night amiably, suggesting a resolution and a lesson learned.
11-20. Additional Long Answer Practice Topics:
- 11. The role of the Pekingese dog as the catalyst.
- 12. The significance of the "East Wind".
- 13. The behavior of the policemen.
- 14. The irony of the situation.
- 15. The author's internal monologue.
- 16. Justification of the conductor's action (Debate).
- 17. The importance of goodwill in public service.
- 18. Character sketch of the younger woman.
- 19. The visual imagery of the street scene.
- 20. Relevance of the story in modern times.
Mock Test Question Paper
ENGLISH MOCK TEST
Chapter: All About a Dog (Lesson 2)
Time: 45 Minutes | Full Marks: 30
1 x 6 = 6 SECTION A: Multiple Choice Questions
- The woman was wearing a:
(a) Winter coat (b) Raincoat (c) Summer fur (d) Shawl - The conductor had a general grievance against:
(a) The driver (b) The passengers (c) The weather (d) The dog - The bus stopped because:
(a) The engine failed (b) The conductor pulled the bell (c) A passenger got off (d) The police stopped it - The narrator was the last to:
(a) Enter the bus (b) Leave the bus (c) Speak to the lady (d) Pay the fare - Rules of guidance are meant to be observed in:
(a) The letter (b) Fear (c) The spirit (d) Silence - The dog was a:
(a) Pomeranian (b) Pekingese (c) Pug (d) Poodle
2 x 5 = 10 SECTION B: Short Answer Questions (Answer in 15-20 words)
- Why did the conductor look at the dog with a vague desire to cause trouble?
- What was the immediate reaction of the passengers when the bus stopped?
- Why did the engine driver get annoying?
- What did the lady say she would give the conductor?
- How did the conductor justify his action to the policeman?
7 x 2 = 14 SECTION C: Long Answer Questions (Answer in 50-60 words)
- "Some rules are hard and fast... others are only rules for your guidance." Explain this distinction with examples from the story.
- Describe the hardships faced by the lady with the dog and how the situation was finally resolved.
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All About a Dog
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Essential Vocabulary & Meanings
| Word | Bengali Meaning | English Usage |
|---|---|---|
| Grievance | অভিযোগ / নালিশ | "The passenger had a vague grievance against the conductor." |
| Shiver | শীতে বা ভয়ে কাঁপা | "The little dog sat blinking and shivering in the bitter cold." |
| Conductor | বাস বা ট্রামের পরিচালক | "The conductor pulled the bell and the bus stopped." |
| Callous | অনুভূতিহীন / নিষ্ঠুর | "He seemed callous to the suffering of the passengers in the cold." |
| Gale | প্রবল বাতাস / ঝড় | "The bus stopped, and the two conductors stood talking in the gale." |
| Pavement | ফুটপাথ | "The lady refused to go up and stood on the pavement." |
| Beast | পশু / জানোয়ার | "You can't leave that poor beast out there in the rain." |
| Dignity | মর্যাদা / গাম্ভীর্য | "He stood there with a sense of injured dignity." |
| Indefinite | অনির্দিষ্ট | "The bus was held up for an indefinite period." |
| Triumph | বিজয় / সাফল্য | "It was a moment of triumph for the conductor when the lady went up." |
| Conscious | সচেতন | "He was conscious that he had the law on his side." |
| Resentful | বিরক্ত / ক্ষুব্ধ | "The passengers were resentful of the conductor's behavior." |
| Pedigree | বংশলতিকা / কুলজি | "It was not a dog with a high pedigree." |
| Inevitable | অনিবার্য | "The trouble with the dog was inevitable." |
| Spirit | উদ্দেশ্য / মর্মার্থ | "You should keep the spirit of the rule, not just the letter." |
| Demand | দাবি করা | "The conductor demanded that the dog be taken to the top." |
| Vague | অস্পষ্ট | "He had a vague feeling that something was wrong." |
| Assault | আক্রমণ | "The storm was an assault on the passengers." |
| Appease | শান্ত করা | "He tried to appease the angry passengers." |
| Uncomfortable | অস্বস্তিকর | "The atmosphere in the bus became very uncomfortable." |
DAY 3 ALL ABOUT A DOG এই অধ্যায়ের নোট এবং প্রশ্ন ও উত্তর
All About a Dog
Lesson 2 • Comprehensive Study Material
Q1
The author of 'All About a Dog' is:
A.G. Gardiner
Q2
The younger woman in the bus was carrying:
A little Pekinese dog
Q3
The night was:
Bitterly cold
Q4
The conductor ordered the lady to:
Take the dog out
Q5
The bus stopped because:
The conductor pulled the bell
Q6
The lady refused to go to the top because:
The weather was extremely cold
Q7
The conductor looked like he had a:
General grievance against everything
Q8
The passengers were on the side of:
The lady
Q9
One passenger threatened to:
Report the conductor
Q10
The lady finally went up to the top because:
The bus was not moving
Q11
When the lady went up, the conductor:
Pulled the bell to start the bus
Q12
The dog was:
Quiet and asleep mostly
Q13
The conductor felt he had won a:
Victory
Q14
The narrator was the:
Last passenger left on the bus
Q15
The conductor said rules are meant to be observed in the:
Spirit, not only in the letter
Q16
The two men accompanying the lady:
Got off the bus earlier
Q17
The police constable's attitude was:
Supportive of the conductor's rules
Q18
The conductor's face was described as:
Cold and hard
Q19
The title 'All About a Dog' is:
Ironical (it's about human behavior)
Q20
The lesson teaches us about:
Civility and goodwill
Q1
What did the conductor notice when he came in to take fares?
His eye rested on the beady-eyed Pekinese dog.
Q2
What was the immediate reaction of the conductor upon seeing the dog?
He ordered the lady to take the dog out of the bus.
Q3
What was the weather like outside?
It was a bitterly cold night, and the wind was like a knife.
Q4
How did the lady defend herself initially?
She said she certainly would not go up in such weather as it would kill her.
Q5
What did the lady's male companion do?
He got off the bus when the conductor refused to move the bus.
Q6
How did the other passengers react?
They were furious and protested, calling the conductor names like "emperor".
Q7
What did the policeman say?
He said the conductor was only doing his duty by enforcing the rules.
Q8
When did the bus finally move?
The bus moved only when the lady agreed to go to the top.
Q9
Why did the bus stop a second time?
The lady came down because the dog was cold, and the conductor stopped the bus again.
Q10
What advise did the narrator give the conductor?
He advised him to keep the rules in the spirit, not just in the letter.
Q11
How did the conductor receive the advice?
He took it very well and said good night nicely.
Q12
What was the mood inside the bus?
The atmosphere was tense and filled with indignation against the conductor.
Q13
What did the lady have to prevent?
She had a bad cough which she thought the cold would aggravate.
Q14
Who were the last people on the bus?
The narrator and the conductor.
Q15
What does "resentment" mean in the context?
It means the anger the passengers felt towards the conductor's stubbornness.
Q16
Why is the dog mentioned as "beady-eyed"?
To describe the small, shiny eyes typical of a Pekinese breed.
Q17
Did the conductor break any law?
No, technically he was enforcing the company rule against dogs inside.
Q18
What is a "rule of guidance"?
A rule meant to help people, which can be flexible (like the dog rule).
Q19
What was the conductor doing on the pavement?
He was waiting triumphantly for the lady to yield to his demand.
Q20
What is the central theme?
The conflict between rigid rules and human compassion.
Q1
Describe the character of the conductor.
The conductor initially appears as a rigid, rule-bound person with a grievance. He enjoys his authority and lacks empathy, forcing a lady into the cold. However, by the end, he listens to reason, suggesting he is capable of learning.
Q2
Justify the title "All About a Dog".
Though the incident revolves around a dog, the story is actually about human behavior. The dog is merely the catalyst that exposes the nature of the conductor and the passengers. It is ironic.
Q3
Explain: "Rules are necessary things, but there are rules and rules."
Some rules (like road side) are hard and fast for safety. Others (like dogs on buses) are for comfort and can be bent for humanity. The narrator argues for common sense over blind obedience.
Q4
Describe the plight of the passengers.
The passengers were tired and cold. They were held hostage by the conductor's stubbornness. They felt helpless and angry, expressing solidarity with the lady but unable to move the bus.
Q5
How does the author describe the night?
It is described as a night where the wind served as a "knife". This metaphor emphasizes the cruelty of forcing someone to the top of the bus, highlighting the conductor's lack of mercy.
Q6
What is the difference between the Spirit and the Letter of the law?
The 'letter' is the literal meaning, while the 'spirit' is the intent (safety/comfort). The narrator suggests enforcing the spirit allows for kindness, whereas the letter creates tyranny.
Q7
Why did the conductor triumph?
He triumphed because he had the law on his side and the physical control of the bus. The passengers' protests were verbal, but he held the power of action (stopping the bus).
Q8
Discuss the ending of the story.
The ending is reconciling. The conductor accepts the criticism without anger. It transforms a story of conflict into a lesson on social behavior and goodwill.
Q9
What role does the policeman play?
The policeman represents institutional support for rules. He validates the conductor, showing how systems often support rigidity over humanity.
Q10
How is the dog oblivious to the trouble?
The dog sleeps through most of the chaos. This highlights the absurdity of the human conflict—the cause of the trouble is unaware and innocent.
Q11
Why did the lady finally agree?
She realized the bus would not move, and she was inconveniencing other passengers. The pressure of the situation forced her to risk her health.
Q12
Describe the visual imagery used.
Images of the "blue light", the "cold night", the "white pavement", and the "beady-eyed dog" create a vivid scene of a chilly London evening.
Q13
What does the story say about authority?
It suggests that petty authority, when unchecked by common sense, becomes tyrannical. Little people in power often use rules to assert dominance.
Q14
Compare the lady and the conductor.
The lady is vulnerable but stubborn initially; the conductor is powerful and inflexible. One seeks comfort, the other seeks victory.
Q15
Why did the passengers not get off?
It was late and cold. They likely had no other way home, making them captives of the situation.
Q16
What is the "Rule of the Road"?
Usually refers to traffic laws (keep left), but here it serves as a metaphor for social conduct and how we navigate public spaces together.
Q17
How does the narrator view the conductor?
Not as a villain, but as a man with a grievance who doesn't understand the nuance of his job. He views him with critical sympathy.
Q18
What is the significance of the "bell"?
The bell is the symbol of the conductor's power. He pulls it to stop and start the lives of the passengers.
Q19
Why is this story relevant today?
It teaches tolerance. In a world of strict regulations, remembering humanity and "goodwill" is essential for social harmony.
Q20
Summarize the story in 3 sentences.
A conductor stops a bus on a cold night because a lady has a dog. Passengers protest, but he refuses to move until the dog goes up. The narrator concludes that rules should be tempered with goodwill.
MOCK QUESTION PAPER
Subject: English (Lesson 2) | Full Marks: 30 | Time: 45 Mins
SECTION A: MCQ (10 x 1 = 10 Marks)
1. The dog was a: (a) Pug (b) Pekinese (c) Bulldog (d) Poodle
2. The author is: (a) R.K. Narayan (b) A.G. Gardiner (c) O. Henry (d) Ruskin Bond
3. The conductor had a grievance against: (a) The dog (b) The passengers (c) The weather (d) Everything
4. The weather was: (a) Rainy (b) Stormy (c) Bitterly cold (d) Pleasant
5. The lady was suffering from: (a) A cough (b) A fever (c) A headache (d) Fatigue
6. Who supported the conductor? (a) The passengers (b) The policeman (c) The lady (d) The driver
7. Rules are meant to be observed in: (a) Letter (b) Anger (c) Spirit (d) Silence
8. The bus stopped because: (a) Engine failure (b) Conductor pulled the bell (c) Traffic (d) Accident
9. The narrator was the: (a) First passenger (b) Last passenger (c) Driver (d) Conductor
10. The young woman was accompanied by: (a) Two men (b) One man (c) Her mother (d) No one
SECTION B: Short Answer Questions (10 x 1 = 10 Marks)
1. What did the conductor order the lady to do?
2. Why did the lady refuse initially?
3. What did the passengers call the conductor?
4. Where did the male companion go?
5. What happened when the lady finally went up?
6. Why did the bus stop the second time?
7. What advice did the narrator give at the end?
8. How did the conductor react to the advice?
9. What is the "Rule of the Road" metaphor?
10. What was the dog doing during the trouble?
SECTION C: Long Answer / Explanatory (10 Questions - Practice Pool)
Note: In a real exam, this section would carry higher marks per question. For this practice set, answer briefly (1 mark logic per point).
1. Describe the atmosphere inside the bus.
2. Why is the title considered ironical?
3. Explain the difference between rules for safety and rules for comfort.
4. Sketch the character of the conductor.
5. What lesson does the story teach about civility?
6. Why did the passengers feel helpless?
7. Discuss the role of the policeman.
8. "He had won his victory, but felt he would like to justify it." Explain.
9. How does the weather contribute to the conflict?
10. What is the central conflict of the story?
DAY 4 ALL ABOUT A DOG MOCK TEST
MOCK TEST
Class 9 | English (WBSSC BLISS)
SECTION A: Multiple Choice Questions 20 Marks
Q.1
Who is the author of "All About a Dog"?
Answer: B) A.G. Gardiner
Q.2
The younger woman in the bus was carrying a little:
Answer: C) Pekinese dog
Q.3
The conductor ordered the woman to take the dog to the:
Answer: B) Top of the bus
Q.4
The weather that night was:
Answer: C) Bitterly cold
Q.5
"I shall certainly do nothing of the kind." Who said this?
Answer: B) The lady with the dog
Q.6
The lady's companion had a:
Answer: C) Cough
Q.7
The conductor pulled the bell to:
Answer: B) Stop the bus
Q.8
The passengers generally felt sympathy for:
Answer: C) The lady and the dog
Q.9
How many policemen came up to the bus?
Answer: A) One
Q.10
The 'seal-skin lady' threatened to:
Answer: B) Report the conductor
Q.11
The conductor looked as cold as:
Answer: B) The night
Q.12
When the lady went up to the top, the conductor:
Answer: B) Rang the bell
Q.13
Why did the lady come down from the top?
Answer: D) The cold was unbearable
Q.14
The author felt that the conductor had a specific:
Answer: A) Grievance
Q.15
Some rules are meant to be observed in the:
Answer: B) Spirit
Q.16
The rule about dogs is for the comfort of:
Answer: C) The Passengers
Q.17
Who was the last passenger to leave the bus?
Answer: C) The author
Q.18
The conductor's eyes rested on the dog with:
Answer: C) Malice
Q.19
The bus was waiting in the:
Answer: B) Quiet street
Q.20
According to the author, rules like the one about dogs are:
Answer: B) Rules of guidance
SECTION B: Short Answer Questions 20 Marks
Q.21
What trouble did the author notice on the bus?
The author noticed a younger woman carrying a little Pekinese dog, which the conductor would likely object to.
Q.22
How did the conductor react upon seeing the dog?
The conductor's eyes rested on the dog with malice, and he demanded that the dog must be taken out.
Q.23
What was the lady's initial response to the conductor's order?
She refused to go to the top of the bus in such cold weather, stating it would kill her.
Q.24
What did the lady say she would do instead of going to the top?
She said she would give him her name and address, implying she was ready to be reported but would not move.
Q.25
Describe the weather conditions mentioned in the story.
It was a bitterly cold night, and the wind was blowing hard from the east.
Q.26
What did the conductor do to enforce his rule?
He pulled the bell cord to stop the bus and refused to let it move until the dog was removed.
Q.27
What was the general sentiment of the passengers towards the conductor?
The passengers were angry with the conductor, calling him names like "Shameful" and threatening to report him.
Q.28
Why did the policeman not intervene against the conductor?
The policeman stated that the conductor was observing the rules, so he could not force the bus to move.
Q.29
What happened when the lady finally went to the top?
The conductor rang the bell, and the bus started moving.
Q.30
Why did the bus stop again after starting?
The lady came back down because of the cold, and the conductor stopped the bus again upon seeing her.
Q.31
How did the conductor behave during the standoff?
He remained calm, cold, and unyielding, seemingly enjoying his triumph over the passengers.
Q.32
What did the lady's male companion do?
He got off the bus when the conductor refused to move it.
Q.33
What does the author compare the conductor to?
The author compares him to a resentful employee with a general grievance against everything, specifically passengers.
Q.34
What advice did the author give the conductor at the end?
The author advised him to keep the rules but observe them in the spirit, not just the letter, for the comfort of passengers.
Q.35
How did the conductor receive the author's advice?
He took it "very well," implying he understood or accepted the criticism.
Q.36
What is the difference between a rule like 'keep to the left' and the rule about dogs?
Rules like 'keep to the left' are hard and fast for safety, while the dog rule is for passenger comfort and can be flexible.
Q.37
Why did the passengers slowly disappear?
They got tired of waiting in the cold and decided to walk or find other transport.
Q.38
What was the 'seal-skin lady's' reaction?
She was furious, declaring "It's shameful" and asserting she would never travel on that bus again.
Q.39
What lesson does the story teach about rules?
It teaches that rules should be applied with common sense and goodwill, not blindly.
Q.40
How did the bus finally empty?
The passengers got off one by one until only the author and the conductor were left.
SECTION C: Long Answer Questions 20 Marks
Q.41
Sketch the character of the bus conductor.
Key Points:
- He appears as a man with a grievance.
- He is strict about rules (the letter of the law) but lacks empathy (the spirit).
- He enjoys his authority and power over passengers.
- He is cold and unyielding, indifferent to the suffering of the lady.
- However, he listens to advice at the end, showing some capacity for change.
Q.42
Discuss the central theme of "Rules vs. Spirit" in the story.
Key Points:
- The story contrasts rigid enforcement of rules with common sense.
- The conductor represents the "Letter of the Law" (blind obedience).
- The author argues for the "Spirit of the Law" (goodwill and purpose).
- Rules exist for comfort and safety, not to cause misery.
- A little goodwill makes everyday life smoother.
Q.43
Describe the atmosphere inside the bus during the incident.
Key Points:
- The atmosphere was tense and hostile.
- The passengers were united in anger against the conductor.
- There was a sense of solidarity with the lady and the dog.
- It was physically cold outside, matching the "cold" behavior of the conductor.
- The bus became a stage for a conflict of wills.
Q.44
Justify the title "All About a Dog".
Key Points:
- The entire incident revolves around a small Pekinese dog.
- The dog is the catalyst for the conflict between the conductor and the lady.
- Ironically, the dog remains unaware and peaceful throughout the chaos.
- The title highlights how a small animal can trigger significant human behavior and ethical questions.
Q.45
How does the author distinguish between rules for safety and rules for comfort?
Key Points:
- Safety rules (e.g., 'keep to the left') are life-and-death matters and must be strictly followed.
- Comfort rules (e.g., about dogs on buses) are meant to ensure pleasant travel.
- Comfort rules can be "winked at" (ignored slightly) if enforcing them causes greater discomfort or danger (like freezing cold).
Q.46
Narrate the sequence of events leading to the bus stopping.
Key Points:
- A woman enters with a dog.
- The conductor collects the fare but then demands the dog be removed.
- The woman refuses due to the cold.
- The conductor pulls the bell.
- The bus stops, and the conductor refuses to proceed until the dog is moved.
Q.47
What role did the other passengers play in the story?
Key Points:
- They acted as a "public conscience," voicing disapproval of the conductor.
- They supported the lady initially.
- However, they eventually prioritized their own comfort and left the bus one by one.
- This shows that public support can be fleeting when personal inconvenience arises.
Q.48
"He had won his victory, but felt that he would like to justify himself to somebody." Explain this line.
Key Points:
- The conductor successfully forced the lady to comply (his victory).
- However, the moral pressure from the passengers and the author made him feel insecure.
- He realized his victory was hollow and unkind.
- He sought validation from the author to prove he wasn't a bad person, just doing his job.
Q.49
What is the significance of the ending of the story?
Key Points:
- The story ends with a reconciliation of sorts.
- The author imparts wisdom, and the conductor accepts it ("Good night").
- It moves from conflict to understanding.
- It reinforces the theme that civility and goodwill are necessary for social harmony.
Q.50
Compare the behavior of the lady with the dog to the behavior of the conductor.
Key Points:
- The Lady: Stubborn initially for her health, but eventually compliant to save the situation. She is a victim of the rules.
- The Conductor: Rigid, unyielding, and uses rules as a weapon. He lacks compassion.
- Comparison: One fights for survival/comfort, the other fights for authority.
Q.51
Why does the author say "The little dog blinked at the dim lights... unconscious of the trouble he had caused"?
Key Points:
- This highlights the irony of the situation.
- The innocent animal is the center of a human conflict.
- It emphasizes that the conflict wasn't really about the dog, but about human ego and the interpretation of rules.
Q.52
Describe the physical setting of the story and how it contributes to the mood.
Key Points:
- Setting: A bus in London on a bitterly cold, windy night.
- Contribution: The cold weather raises the stakes (going to the top is dangerous).
- It mirrors the "cold" attitude of the conductor.
- It creates a sense of entrapment for the passengers.
Q.53
"You can't be too hard on the man." Why did the policeman say this? Do you agree?
Key Points:
- The policeman supports the conductor because, legally, the conductor is following the company rules.
- From a strict legal standpoint, he is correct.
- Agreement (Subjective): One might disagree because while legally right, the conductor was morally wrong to endanger the woman's health.
Q.54
Explain the phrase "resisted the spirit of the rule while keeping to the letter of it".
Key Points:
- "Letter of the law": Doing exactly what the words say (No dogs).
- "Spirit of the law": The intention behind the rule (Passenger comfort).
- The conductor followed the words (letter) but ignored the intention (spirit), as he made everyone uncomfortable by enforcing it so strictly.
Q.55
What would you have done if you were the conductor?
Key Points (Model Answer):
- I would have assessed the situation (small dog, cold night).
- I would have allowed the dog to stay if it wasn't bothering anyone.
- I would have prioritized the health of the passenger over a minor rule violation.
- I would have used common sense and goodwill.
Q.56
"Some rules are hard and fast... others are rules of guidance." Elaborate with examples from the text.
Key Points:
- Hard and Fast: Rules regarding traffic directions, safety equipment. Violation leads to danger.
- Guidance: Rules regarding conduct, dress codes, or pets on transport. These are for social smoothness.
- The text uses the dog rule as an example of guidance that should be flexible.
Q.57
How does the story illustrate the importance of 'goodwill' in daily life?
Key Points:
- Without goodwill, the bus ride became a miserable experience for everyone.
- With goodwill, the conductor could have made an exception, and everyone would have been happy.
- Goodwill acts as a lubricant for the machinery of life, preventing friction between people.
Q.58
What does the author mean by "a little goodwill and good temper"?
Key Points:
- It refers to a positive, patient, and understanding attitude.
- It suggests not taking oneself too seriously or holding onto grievances.
- It is the antidote to the conductor's rigid behavior.
Q.59
Describe the conductor's reaction to the woman repeatedly going up and down the stairs.
Key Points:
- He treated it as a game or a battle of wills.
- Every time she came down, he stopped the bus.
- He did not show annoyance but rather a cold, calculated determination to win.
- He behaved like a strict disciplinarian.
Q.60
Summarize the story "All About a Dog" in your own words.
Key Points:
- A woman boards a bus with a dog on a cold night.
- The conductor enforces a rule forbidding dogs, demanding she go to the open top.
- A standoff ensues; the bus stops, passengers protest but eventually leave.
- The woman eventually complies but suffers from the cold.
- The author stays behind to advise the conductor on interpreting rules with humanity.
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