SVN Class 8 English Chapter 15 Answer A Glimpse of Majuli পাঠটোৰ উত্তৰ

Lesson 15

A GLIMPSE OF MAJULI

VERY SHORT TYPE QUESTIONS

1. Why is it difficult to ascertain the year of creation of Majuli?

Ans: It is difficult to ascertain the exact year of the creation of Majuli because there are not enough reliable and convincing historical records.

2. How many satras were originally set up in Majuli?

Ans: Originally, sixty-five satras were established in Majuli.

3. How many satras currently exist in Majuli according to the lesson?

Ans: According to the lesson, twenty-two of the original satras still exist.

4. What was the population density of Majuli according to the 2001 Census mentioned in the lesson?

Ans: According to the 2001 Census figures given in the lesson, Majuli had a population of 1,53,362 and a population density of 362 persons per square kilometre.

5. What is Samaguri Satra famous for?

Ans: Samaguri Satra is famous for its traditional mask-making art.

SHORT TYPE QUESTIONS

1. What do you understand by “Manikanchan Sanjog”?

Ans: “Manikanchan Sanjog” refers to the historic and auspicious meeting between Srimanta Sankardeva and Madhavdeva. Their meeting became highly significant in the development and spread of the Neo-Vaishnavite movement in Assam.

2. Where did Srimanta Sankardeva meet his disciple Madhavdeva?

Ans: Srimanta Sankardeva met Madhavdeva at Dhuwahat in Belguri.

3. What is a typical satra made up of?

Ans: A typical satra consists of several structures such as the Namghar, Manikut, Gurugriha, Bharalghar, Vaishnavgriha, Sari-hati, Karapat, Atithisala, Natyasala and Bhog-ghar.

4. What is “Ekasarana Naam Dharma”?

Ans: Ekasarana Naam Dharma is the Neo-Vaishnavite religious movement preached by Srimanta Sankardeva. It emphasises devotion to one supreme God through prayer, naam-kirtan and a simple spiritual life.

ESSAY TYPE QUESTIONS

1. What does the word “Majuli” mean? Write a few lines on the origin of Majuli.

Ans: The word “Majuli” is believed to have developed from the word “Majoli,” meaning a land situated between two rivers. Originally, Majuli was a long and narrow tract of land lying between the Brahmaputra in the north and the Burhidihing in the south.

It is difficult to determine the exact period when Majuli took its present form because there are not enough reliable historical records. However, geographical evidence and literary references suggest that the island had developed much before the thirteenth century.

Frequent earthquakes between 1661 and 1696 are believed to have weakened the region. Later, a severe flood around 1750 caused major changes in the channels of the Brahmaputra and Burhidihing. These changes gradually shaped Majuli into the river island known today.

Majuli is also made up of a number of smaller riverine landforms and has long been famous for its natural beauty, cultural heritage and Vaishnavite traditions.

2. Describe the satras of Majuli with special reference to the lesson.

Ans: Majuli is one of the most important centres of Neo-Vaishnavite culture in Assam. Its satras have played a major role in preserving religion, literature, music, dance, drama, painting and traditional crafts.

According to the lesson, sixty-five satras were originally established in Majuli under the influence of Srimanta Sankardeva, Madhavdeva and their followers. A typical satra includes structures such as the Namghar, Manikut, Gurugriha, Bharalghar, Vaishnavgriha, Sari-hati, Karapat, Atithisala, Natyasala and Bhog-ghar.

Among the important satras mentioned in the lesson are Dakhinpat Satra, Garamur Satra, Auniati Satra, Kamalabari Satra, Bengenaati Satra and Samaguri Satra.

These satras preserve old manuscripts, religious objects, utensils, jewellery, masks, paintings and handicrafts. They continue to serve as important centres of Assamese religious and cultural life.

3. Write in brief about the performing arts and the major arts and crafts of the satras in Majuli.

Ans: The satras of Majuli are well known for their rich cultural traditions. Different forms of performing arts such as Ankiya Bhaona, Sattriya dance, Bor Dhulia and Saru Dhulia are practised and performed in the satras.

The satras are also famous for traditional arts and crafts such as Hengul-Haital painting, mask-making, pottery, bamboo and cane work, wood carving and other forms of handicraft.

Samaguri Satra is especially famous for its unique mask-making tradition. These masks are widely used in Bhaona performances.

Through these arts and crafts, the satras have preserved and promoted the cultural ideals of the Neo-Vaishnavite movement introduced by Srimanta Sankardeva.

GRAMMAR AND USAGE

1. Complete the sentences with suitable adverbs

(a) We did not go out because it was raining ______.

Ans: We did not go out because it was raining heavily.

(b) Our team lost the game because we played very ______.

Ans: Our team lost the game because we played very badly.

(c) We had to wait for a long time, but we did not complain. We waited ______.

Ans: We waited patiently.

(d) Nobody knew Raju was coming to see us. He came ______.

Ans: He came unexpectedly.

(e) Mike keeps fit by playing tennis ______.

Ans: Mike keeps fit by playing tennis regularly.

2. Put in the right word

(a) The driver of the car was ______ injured.

(serious / seriously)

Ans: The driver of the car was seriously injured.

(b) The driver of the bus had ______ injuries.

(serious / seriously)

Ans: The driver of the bus had serious injuries.

(c) I think you behaved very ______.

(selfishly / selfish)

Ans: I think you behaved very selfishly.

(d) Rosy is ______ upset about losing her job.

(terrible / terribly)

Ans: Rosy is terribly upset about losing her job.

(e) Linda likes wearing ______ dresses.

(colourful / colourfully)

Ans: Linda likes wearing colourful dresses.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS

1. What is Majuli famous for?

A. Desert culture
B. Vaishnavite culture and satras
C. Tea gardens only
D. Snow-covered mountains

Ans: B. Vaishnavite culture and satras

2. How many satras were originally established in Majuli according to the lesson?

A. 65
B. 22
C. 50
D. 40

Ans: A. 65

3. How many of the original satras are said to survive according to the lesson?

A. 15
B. 18
C. 22
D. 30

Ans: C. 22

4. Samaguri Satra is especially famous for—

A. boat-making
B. weaving
C. pottery only
D. mask-making

Ans: D. mask-making

5. “Manikanchan Sanjog” refers to the meeting of—

A. Sankardeva and Madhavdeva
B. Sankardeva and Lachit Borphukan
C. Madhavdeva and Ajan Fakir
D. Sankardeva and Chilarai only

Ans: A. Sankardeva and Madhavdeva

6. Where did Sankardeva meet Madhavdeva?

A. Sivasagar
B. Dhuwahat in Belguri
C. Guwahati
D. Barpeta Road

Ans: B. Dhuwahat in Belguri

7. Which of the following is a part of a satra?

A. Airport
B. Cinema hall
C. Namghar
D. Railway station

Ans: C. Namghar

8. What does Ekasarana Naam Dharma emphasise?

A. Worship of many kings
B. Trade and business
C. Military training
D. Devotion to one supreme God

Ans: D. Devotion to one supreme God

9. Which performing art is associated with the satras of Majuli?

A. Sattriya dance
B. Kathakali only
C. Bhangra
D. Garba

Ans: A. Sattriya dance

10. Which art form is closely associated with Samaguri Satra?

A. Stone carving
B. Mask-making
C. Metal casting
D. Carpet weaving

Ans: B. Mask-making

11. What is Hengul-Haital associated with?

A. Farming
B. Fishing
C. Traditional painting
D. Boat racing

Ans: C. Traditional painting

12. Which natural force played an important role in shaping Majuli?

A. Snowfall
B. Volcanoes
C. Desert winds
D. Floods and river-channel changes

Ans: D. Floods and river-channel changes

13. Which adverb correctly completes the sentence: “It was raining ______”?

A. heavily
B. heavy
C. heavier
D. heaviness

Ans: A. heavily

14. Which sentence is correct?

A. He was serious injured.
B. He was seriously injured.
C. He was seriousness injured.
D. He was more serious injured.

Ans: B. He was seriously injured.

15. Which word is an adjective?

A. seriously
B. patiently
C. colourful
D. unexpectedly

Ans: C. colourful

16. What is one major importance of the satras of Majuli?

A. They preserve Assamese culture and Vaishnavite traditions
B. They are only tourist hotels
C. They are modern industries
D. They are sports centres

Ans: A. They preserve Assamese culture and Vaishnavite traditions