Story Writing

1.A Fox Without a tail

Once, a fox was quietly crossing a field. But alas, suddenly he got trapped. Then he tried hard to come out of the trap. It was only after a tough struggle that she got free. But his tail got cut off. He was ashamed of his loss. “How ugly I shall look!” moaned the fox, “The other foxes will laugh at me!”  Thinking hard, the fox came up with a plan to save himself from being laughed at. For a long time he kept away from the other Foxes, for he knew well enough that they would all make fun of him and crack jokes and laugh behind his back. But it was hard for him to live alone, and at last he thought of a plan that would perhaps help him out of his trouble. He called a meeting of all the Foxes, saying that he had something of great importance to tell the tribe. When they were all gathered together, the Fox without a Tail got up and made a long speech about those Foxes who had come to harm because of their tails. He said that men hunt Foxes simply for their tails, which they cut off as prizes of the hunt. With such proof of the danger and uselessness of having a tail, said Master Fox, he would advise every Fox to cut it off, if he valued life and safety. When he had finished talking, an old Fox arose, and said, smiling: “Master Fox, kindly turn around for a moment, and you shall have your answer.” When the poor Fox without a Tail turned around, they laughed aloud and replied, “You used to say that tails looked very fine when your own was all right. Now that you have lost yours, you want us to lose ours too.”

2. Grasp All Lose all

Once upon a time there lived a farmer in a village. The farmer was very poor and within his small income he was unable to continue his family properly. He always thought how to increase his income. One day he bought a goose from the market. From this goose, he hoped to get more eggs and geese. After some days when the goose became matured, it started laying eggs. The eggs were golden and it made the farmer so happy. Every morning the goose laid a golden egg and the farmer used to sell the golden egg to the market. Within a short time the luck of the farmer became changing. Gradually he became rich. Actually, the farmer was very greedy and impatient. So, one day he thought that if he cut the belly of the goose he would get all the eggs at a time and by this way he would be rich overnight. So, to have all the eggs at a time one day he took a sharp knife and cut the belly of the goose. But alas! There was no egg inside it. He was so sorry and started crying. Finally, he realized his fault and the reason behind losing all is greediness.

3. A friend in need is a friend indeed

There lived two close friends in a certain village. They were very fond of travelling. One day they went to a forest to see the natural beauty. They were walking along the path of the forest. They were so spell bound by the excitement of the forest that they even did not notice that they had entered into the deep forest. After that, they noticed that they had lost their wayThey knew it very well that the forest was abode of various wild animals. So, they promised to one another that they would never leave each other in times of danger. One friend knew how to climb on a tree but the other did not. Anyway, they were walking through the jungle and searching the way. All on a sudden, they saw a bear coming towards them.  They both got frightened. One friend said, “Dear friend, I will climb up a tree. As you don’t know how to climb, you had better run away.”  The other friend became very disappointed hearing this. But he knew that a bear doesn’t touch a dead body. So, finding no other way, he capitalized the idea and fell flat on the ground like a dead person. When he guessed that the bear was just beside him, he stopped breathing. The bear smelt the body of the lying friend and thought him to be a dead body. So, it did not touch him and went away gently. The friend on the tree saw everything. When the bear away, he got down from the tree. He went to his friend and asked him eagerly. “Dear friend, what did the bear whisper into your ear?” In reply the friend said, “It advised me not to trust a friend who leaves his friend at the time of danger.” At this, the false friend felt embarrassed and left the place. So, we must be very careful in choosing friends.

Paragraph Writing

1. Hason Raja

Mystic Poet Hason Raja, also known as Dewan Hason Raja, was a Chittagonian poet, mystic philosopher and folksongs writer and composer. His father’s name is Dewan Ali Raja, and his mother’s name is Hurmuth Jahan Bibi. Dewan Hason Raja Choudhury was born on 21 December 1854 in the village of Bishwanath. He gained international recognition few years after his death, when Nobel prize laureate, poet Rabindranath Tagore mentioned him in his lectures at Oxford University. Hason's poetry reflects his spiritual pursuits and the ever-changing nature of the world. Poet Rabindranath was overwhelmed with the depth of Hason Raja’s thought, the insight, the supreme truth and the ultimate goal. Despite his financially privileged upbringing, Hason Raja had set up a number of local and religious centers like masques, temples and churches. He was widely engaged in charities within his immediate communities. He donated a vast land properties for the well-being of the people. He was also interested about well-being and protection of birds and animals life. After the death of his elder step-brother, followed by the death of his father Ali Raja, he had put the power and responsibility of the whole family. Unfortunately, the severe earthquake of 1897 in india had ruined all his properties, lost many of his kins and relatives. The earthquake left a big impact on his mind, life, philosophy and his music. Hason Raja died in 1922, years before his contribution to the poetry of Bengal was mentioned in lectures at Oxford University by Nobel poet laureate Rabindranath Tagore 1930. Two museums were established in his name in two places. One namely, Hason Raja Museum at his birthpalce Lokkonshri, Sunamganj, and another namely, Museum of Rajas' at Raja - Kunjo, Sylhet.

2. The Taj Mahal

The most outstanding monument built by Emperor Shahjahan is the Taj Mahal at Agra. It is on the bank of River Yamuna. This grand mausoleum was built in the memory of his beloved Queen Mumtaj Mahal. It has been described as "a dream in marble designed by fairies and completed by jewelers."

It is made of pure white marble. As a monument of love "it is unsur­passed in the world." It stands on a platform of 8.5 meters height. The mausoleum rises to a height of 32.4 meters. It is surmounted by cupolas at each corner. The bulbous dome in the centre of the cupolas has the ap­pearance of an inverted lotus.

There are four smaller domes at the four corners of the building. Four minarets stand at each corner of the terrace. The outer walls and the inte­rior walls are richly decorated with ex­quisite inlay work and calligraphy.

The mausoleum is surrounded by beautiful gardens and fountains. It is an spectacular example of Mughal Ar­chitecture and one of the seven wonders of the world.

3. Computer

Computer is a modern electronic machine that is used for doing various programmers.The person operating the computer gives instructions and thus the computer works. A computer stores information in its memory and uses whenever it is needed. The person gives instructions to the computer in a language that a computer understands. The main parts of a PC are a centre processor with its disk drives, keyboards monitor, printer and a scanner. They have become important part of our lives. It is used in measuring daily routine work, trade and commerce, diagnosing diseases, entertainment, games and sports, transport, educational sector, researching space and what not. It has done great wonders in inventing e-mail, internet and robot. Nowadays computer helps to diagnose a disease. Computer is of great use to us also in the field of agriculture and buriness.It has lessened our work loads and made our life easy and comfortable. At present lives cannot be led without computer. Truly speaking, modern civilization is dependent on computer to a great extent. 

4. Your Best Friend

A friend is one, who has the feelings of friendship. We can't go in this age of global relationship without friendship. A good friend is a heavenly bliss to us. I have a good friend. He is Rebel by name. I have known him for more than seven years. At school from a hard quarrel our friendship started. He quarreled with me for a specific ground, but I was very cruel to him. Even I hit him seriously, but he didn't take it otherwise. In spite of reverse attitude, he remained calm and quiet. It pulled me near him and at last, he has become my best friend. He is a boy of mild nature. He doesn't talk to others unnecessarily. He doesn't harm others. There are many good qualities in him. Honesty, modesty, politeness, sincerity, mildness, orientation to reading books and the liking are the qualities available in my friend. The feelings that he shows me is undoubtedly genuine and bonafide. This great feeling of friendship made us two best fiends. Infact, we are apples of eyes of each other.

Composition

1. Newspaper

Newspaper is a very important organ of the 'world voice' of our present times. In the modern democratic world, it is also known as the 'Fourth Estate', the other three being judiciary, executive and administrative systems.

It is a great blessing of the modern scientific advancement. It gives lot of knowledge and information. It keeps the people up-dated with regard to all the social and political or other developments.

The newspapers contain the news from every corner of the world. These are published in every language of the world. There are dailies, weeklies, monthlies, newspapers and magazines. The first newspaper in India was published by Raja Ram Mohan Rai in 1850 from Kolkata." Newspapers helped in a big way during the freedom movement against the British Raj.

Newspapers educate the people. The Press is regarded as one of the pillars of democracy. They focus the attention of the people on many important national and international issues. They also help raise the poor and the down-trodden.

The newspaper is a mirror of the world. It shows us each morning all that has happened in the last twenty four hours. It is a record of the life of every nation and the daily diary of the human race. It keeps us well informed about the happenings in the world.

The seasons of Bangladesh

There are six seasons in Bangladesh. They are the summer, the rain, the autumn,the late autumn, the winter and the spring.

The summer is the first season in Bangali calendar. Baishakh and Jaistha make the summer season. During summer, the sun shines hotly. The heat is unbearable. Water goes dry. Pond, canals, lakes and small rivers go dry. Extreme heat makes everything lifeless. People can not work easily. Summer is also called the season of fruits. Various kinds of fruits like Mangoes, Jackfruits and other fruits of Bangladesh ripen in this season.

Then rainy season comes. Ashar and Shravan are the months of the rainy season. During the rainy season the sky looks cloudy. Sometimes the sun is not seen. It rains heavily. Rivers, tanks, ponds and canals become full to the brim. It rains cats and dogs. Students can not go to schools, madrasha and colleges. Road become mudy and slippy. The rainy season is very usful for our country. Our agriculture depends on this rain. We get enough fishes in this season.

After the rain the autumn comes. Badra and Ashin are the months of the Autumn. The cloudy sky becomes clear with the coming of the Autumn.

Then the late autumn comes. Katrick and Agrahayon make this season. It is the season of dew. The paddy begins to ripe. The farmers are busy with their harvests.

After late autumn, the winter comes. Poush and Magh are the months of Winter season. It is the season of fog. Nature becomes gloomy. People shiver in cold. Various delicious Vegetables grow and people eat them.

Falgun and chaitra make the spring. It is the king of seasons. It is neither very cold nor very hot . Nature looks beautiful. Trees get new leaves. Flower bloom. A gentle breeze blows. It is the season of joy. The cuckoo sings sweet song . It is the best of all seasons.

My Daily Life

As a student, I lead a life of honesty and simplicity. By habit I get up early from bed and clean my parts of the body and brush my teeth with a brush. I take physical exercise to keep my body healthy and fit and if it becomes advantageous for me, I take a walk of about one kilometer.

I get refreshed with the morning walk or a little exercise and then prepare myself for the study with utmost sincerity. It is against my principle to put off today's work for tomorrow or to have any private tutor. I accept the guidance of my elder brother who has proficiency in English and mathematics as well.

After devoting myself to study from 7 A.M. to 9 A.M., I play games for sometime without having any rigid rules. After bathing in the well, I take my meal prepared by my mother at 9.45 A.M. and proceed to the school situated at a distance of only one furlong from my home.

The classes begin at 10.30 A.M. usually. I go to school with my good friends and occupy the first bench. On the way to school I talk a great variety of topics with students coming from different parts of the town. I maintain

punctuality in attending classes. The first period begins with English taught by our Headmaster. I do have an aptitude for this subject. Our class begins after the prayer class and after the National Anthem is sung.

All our subjects like Social Studies, Science, Mathematics, Sanskrit, etc. are covered within the eight periods. We avail of the recess after the third period.

In the classes we listen to the teachings of the teachers with rapt attention. The recess is allowed for an hour. In the recess hour I take the Tiffin given by my mother in a Tiffin box. I play some outdoor games like foot ball or cricket for energizing my spirits. In the recess time also I talk of the topics taught in the classes with my friends and come to class at 2 P.M.

The recess breaks at 2 P.M. and thereafter we continue for four periods. The school breaks up at 4.30 P.M. in the afternoon and I get back home. Having placed my books and notes in the proper place I wash my hands and face. After having a little Tiffin I proceed to the playground for playing games of different kinds. I play hockey, kabadi, football, cricket and other games as it suits to me or to my friends. In the playground students of different classes meet together and make friends with one another.

I return home at 6 P.M. and prepare my lessons after getting my dresses changed and after washing my hands, feet and face. I begin my studies at about 6.30 P.M. and devote to the study of English and Science. As a matter of habit, I read for about two and half hours and take my supper at 9.30 P.M.

There is a slight change in the routine on Sunday which is a holiday. I engage myself in washing the uniform dresses of school. I also visit a movie or theatre. I spend the Sundays in a different way than on the other days. This is all about my daily life as a student.

A Journey By Train

Children generally love to go out. As such, they are very fond of making journeys frequently. They love all kinds of journeys. I have frequently travelled by bus with my parents to different places. However, last Sunday I had a memorable journey by train.

We reached the station at about 10.00 a.m. The train was to start at 10.15 a.m. My father bought tickets for mother and me as also for himself. Immediately, we moved to platform No.1 where the train was to arrive shortly. We had not been there on the platform for more than a minute or two when the train arrived. We at once boarded it. We had first class tickets with us. So, we found no difficulty in boarding the train.

I got a seat near the window. Soon, the train started. I felt thrilled. I saw the platform moving backwards. At first the train was slow but soon it gathered speed. Within a few minutes, it gained the speed of the wind.

All the houses, poles, fields and trees seemed to be running backwards. I saw farmers working in the fields. Animals were also grazing there. Some women were picking up weeds from the fields.

It was an express train. So, it did not halt at small stations. Even at big stations and junctions, it halted only for a few minutes. As the train halted some people bought eatables and drinks from the vendors at the platforms. Some vendors also came within the compartments. A travelling ticket Examiner came and checked our tickets.

It was late in the afternoon that the train reached Kolkata. We alighted from it and through the exit gate came out. Again our tickets were checked, now at the gate. We left for our uncle’s house where we had to go.

Letter

**To Your Father Asking Him To Send Some Money For Buying Books

A-B-C Road,
Dhaka
4th September, 1998

My Dear Father,
Assalam-o-Alaikum,
Many thanks for your kind letter which I received sometimes back. I was very much please to read it. My result was declared one week ago. You will be glad to know that I have come out successful. I have stood third in my class. I am now in class IX in which news books have been prescribed. These are very costly and I have to buy them all. As classes will start from the next month I would need some money immediately for the purchase of books.

Kindly, therefore send Tk.1000/- by money order as soon as possible. So that I may buy these articles without delay.

All is Ok. Please convey my compliments to all the members of the family and love to Mummy.
With best wishes.

Your Loving Daughter,
X-Y-Z

From, _______________ ______________ _________

Stamp                                                                   To, ______________ ____________ ________

** To your friend describing your country.

November 12, 2013 
Chittagong, Bangladesh

Dear Arif,

I am glad to receive your letter. I have learnt much from your letter about your country Japan. You have expressed your desire to know about my country, Bangladesh. Bangladesh declared independence on 26 March 1971. It became free from Pakistan on 16 December 1971 after a great liberation war. Bangladesh is a small country with a large population. It is a democratic country with many kinds of people. They follow different religions and customs. All these people are free and have equal rights. Some people of these basic rights are the right to food, health, shelter, and education. It is not easy for everyone to have these basic rights, because they are expensive. Bangladesh is also a beautiful country with many resources. It is a fertile land and where rice, jute, sugar-can, tea and fruits grow in plenty. Bangladesh has rich deposit of oil, gas and coal. It can utilize these resources and become prosperous. These things can help Bangladesh to earn money and give basic rights to her peoples. No more today.

With love and best wishes.

Yours ever,

 Masud

From Masud Chadmari Road Gopalganj

Stamp                                                 To                                     Arif College Gate Shibpur, Narsingdi

** To your friend about your new school.

                                                                                                                                                             Bashundhara , Dhaka
                                                                                                                                                                4th April 2014
My dear Rakesh,
You will be glad to learn that I have taken admission in central school, Janakpuri. Life in the school is interesting and enjoyable. The school complex is in a huge and splendid building.
The school timings are from 9 in the morning to 4 in the evening. We go there by school bus so I am always punctual.
The Principal is very strict about punctuality. There are eight periods daily. We remain busy in all the periods except recess. The teachers are helpful and nice. They take so much interest in teaching us that I do not miss any period. There is very strict discipline about uniform, behaviour and cleanliness. There is a very good atmosphere in the school.
I have made many new friends. Atul is my best friend. We help each other in studies. How are you getting on your studies? You must be working hard. I often miss my old school and friends. Remember me to Sahith, Anuj and Sameer with lots of love and remembrance. Please pay my regards to your parents.

Yours Sincerely,
Prakash

From, _______________ ______________ _________

Stamp                                                                   To, ______________ ____________ ________

Letter on E-Mails

*** Suppose you are Murad, study in Dhaka. Suddenly you are informed that your younger brother, a student of a collage, is mixing with bad companies and smoking. Now write a letter to your younger brother advising him about the bad effect of smoking.    

From     : Ratan Khan <ratansd@cd.com

To         : Rifat Khan<riffat23@ymail.com

Sent       : Tuesday, Feb 14, 2014

Subject   : Advising about the bad effects of smoking.

Dear Rifat,

How are you? I am not fine at all because I have learnt that you are mixing up with bad boys and also started smoking. Hearing it I become shocked and still now I cannot believe the news. I hope it may be wrong.

You are an intelligent boy and can easily realize the bad effect of smoking. It is a dangerous habit and it damages our lungs. By dint of it man loses his longevity and it is also responsible for many diseases like cancer, bronchitis, heart attacks etc. It also spoils human brain, damages the nerves of human brain and wastes of money. Many bad habits are formed by dint of it and cigarettes carry many virus of disease. It also spoils human characters and destroys social happiness. So, I hope you will give up smoking.

No more today, convey my regards to your parents and love to the Younger.        

Your elder brother

Ratan

*** To your younger brother advising him to be attentive to studies.

From     : Ratan Khan <ratansd@cd.com

To          : Rifat Khan<riffat23@ymail.com

Sent       : Tuesday, Feb 14, 2014

Subject   : Advising to be attentive to study.

My dear Jabed, 

Yesterday I reached mother’s letter. Reading the letter I’ve come to know that you are not attentive in your studies. Mother is very worried about your study. Nowadays you often go out and remain outside home even till evening. You know, this is never good for a student. I’ve also come to know that your show lack of interest in study. But if you do not study seriously, you won’t be able to do well in the examination. Your scholarship exam is near at hand. So your lack of interest in study indicates that you are planning to adopt unfair means in the examination. This is extremely destructive and suicidal. If you do it, you will kill your future. You’ll not be able to get scholarship and pursue higher studies. You won’t get any good job either.

So from now be serious about your study and get prepared for the coming scholarship examination.

Your elder brother

Jahid

Dialogue

1.       Write a dialogue between you and your friend about the importance of tree plantation.

Audrey                 : Hello, Sanjida. What are you reading?

Sanjida                 : Hi! I am reading an article on trees. Do you know how important trees are for us?

Audrey                 : Yes, trees are not only the source of our food but also they help to maintain the ecological

                                balance of the environment.

Sanjida                 : So we should plant more and more trees.

Audrey                 : But there are many people who are ignorant of the importance of tress cut trees at random.

Sanjida                 : That is why tree plantation program should be extended to the remote of  the country.

Audrey                 : Every possible attempt should be made to make the program a grand  success.

Sanjida                 : I feel very happy that your thoughts are similar to those of mine.

Sanjida                 : thank you very much.

2.       Write a dialogue between you and your friend to invite him to visit a book fair.

Audrey                 : Hello, Sanjida. What are you doing?

Sanjida                 : Hi! I am reading a book I recently bought. Have you been to the book fair this year?

Audrey                 : No, I didn’t. I wish to go.

Sanjida                 : So , I have a plan to go there next day.

Audrey                 : But there are many works to do. And I should ask for permission.

Sanjida                 : Hmm. ok. But do as soon as possible.

Audrey                 : Yes. Then when will we start?

Sanjida                 : At 11 A.M we will start.

Audrey                 : thank you very much.