English first paper || Bangla meaning, important word meaning with synonym and antonym, text-based short questions and answers||Textbook page 47, 48, 49 & 50 || Class eleven and twelve || Unit two: Art and Craft || Lesson 4 craft ||
English first paper || Bangla meaning, important word meaning with synonym and antonym, text-based short questions and answers||Textbook page 47, 48, 49 & 50 || Class eleven and twelve || Unit two: Art and Craft || Lesson 4 craft ||
Here is a table containing important words from the passage with their meanings in Bengali, synonyms, antonyms, and parts of speech:
| Word | Meaning (Bengali) | Synonym | Antonym | Part of Speech |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art | শিল্প | Creativity, Skill | Craft | Noun |
| Craft | হস্তশিল্প | Handiwork, Skill | Art | Noun |
| Intuitive | স্বজ্ঞাত | Instinctive, Natural | Logical | Adjective |
| Visionary | দূরদর্শী | Idealist, Dreamer | Pragmatic | Noun/Adjective |
| Practical | বাস্তব | Realistic, Functional | Theoretical | Adjective |
| Application | প্রয়োগ | Use, Implementation | Misuse | Noun |
| Everyday | দৈনন্দিন | Daily, Routine | Unusual | Adjective |
| Beautiful | সুন্দর | Attractive, Lovely | Ugly | Adjective |
| Jewelry | গয়না | Ornaments, Accessories | None | Noun |
| Instruments | যন্ত্র | Tools, Devices | None | Noun |
| Guidance | নির্দেশনা | Advice, Direction | Misguidance | Noun |
| Training | প্রশিক্ষণ | Education, Coaching | Ignorance | Noun |
| Tradition | ঐতিহ্য | Custom, Heritage | Modernity | Noun |
| Agriculture | কৃষি | Farming, Cultivation | Industry | Noun |
| Household | গৃহস্থালী | Domestic, Family | Industrial | Adjective/Noun |
| Occasions | উপলক্ষ | Events, Celebrations | None | Noun |
| Rituals | আচার | Ceremonies, Customs | None | Noun |
| Festivals | উৎসব | Celebrations, Fetes | None | Noun |
| Trade | বাণিজ্য | Commerce, Business | Stagnation | Noun |
| Commerce | ব্যবসা | Trade, Business | Idleness | Noun |
| Domestic | গৃহস্থালী | Household, Internal | Foreign | Adjective |
| Decorative | সজ্জাসংক্রান্ত | Ornamental, Fancy | Plain | Adjective |
| Handicraft | হস্তশিল্প | Craft, Artwork | Mass-production | Noun |
| Artwork | শিল্পকর্ম | Creation, Masterpiece | None | Noun |
| Creator | সৃষ্টিকর্তা | Maker, Originator | Destroyer | Noun |
| Signature | স্বাক্ষর | Autograph, Mark | None | Noun |
| Value | মূল্য | Worth, Importance | Worthlessness | Noun |
| Stature | মর্যাদা | Prestige, Status | Insignificance | Noun |
| Anonymous | বেনামী | Nameless, Unidentified | Known | Adjective |
| Appreciate | প্রশংসা করা | Admire, Value | Criticize | Verb |
| Tactile | স্পর্শজনিত | Tangible, Palpable | Intangible | Adjective |
| Animate | প্রাণবন্ত | Lively, Energetic | Inanimate | Verb/Adjective |
| Dynamic | গতিশীল | Energetic, Active | Static | Adjective |
| Evolving | বিকশিত | Developing, Changing | Stagnating | Verb/Adjective |
| Abreast | সমান্তরাল | Alongside, Up-to-date | Behind | Adjective |
| Lifestyle | জীবনধারা | Way of life, Culture | None | Noun |
| Material | উপাদান | Substance, Matter | Spiritual | Noun/Adjective |
| Preferences | পছন্দ | Choices, Inclinations | Aversions | Noun |
| Signifier | চিহ্ন | Symbol, Indicator | None | Noun |
| Stable | স্থির | Steady, Firm | Unstable | Adjective |
| Community | সমাজ | Society, Group | Individual | Noun |
| Values | মূল্যবোধ | Principles, Ethics | None | Noun |
| Personal | ব্যক্তিগত | Individual, Private | Public | Adjective |
Bangla Translation (Line by Line):
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While art is considered intuitive and visionary, craft is seen to be a practical application of certain skills for producing objects of everyday use that are often beautiful to look at, such as pottery, metal and wood work, cane and bamboo items, jewelry, musical instruments like ektara, dhol or flute and textile items.
শিল্পকে সাধারণত অন্তর্দৃষ্টিপূর্ণ এবং দূরদর্শী হিসাবে বিবেচনা করা হয়, কিন্তু কারুশিল্পকে নির্দিষ্ট দক্ষতার বাস্তব প্রয়োগ হিসাবে দেখা হয়, যা প্রতিদিনের ব্যবহারের জন্য পণ্য তৈরি করে, যা প্রায়ই দেখতে সুন্দর হয়, যেমন মৃৎশিল্প, ধাতু এবং কাঠের কাজ, বেত এবং বাঁশের জিনিস, গয়না, একতারা, ঢোল বা বাঁশির মতো বাদ্যযন্ত্র এবং বস্ত্র সামগ্রী। -
People who practice a craft are called crafts persons or artisans who pick up their skills under the guidance of older and more experienced artisans.
যারা কারুশিল্প চর্চা করেন, তাদের কারিগর বা শিল্পী বলা হয় এবং তারা অভিজ্ঞতাসম্পন্ন প্রবীণ কারিগরদের নির্দেশনায় তাদের দক্ষতা অর্জন করেন। -
The training they receive is thus on-the-job, and artisans often come from the same family.
তারা যে প্রশিক্ষণ পান তা মূলত কাজের সময়েই হয়, এবং কারিগররা প্রায়ই একই পরিবার থেকে আসেন। -
Bangladesh has a rich tradition of craft as the country has been, until very recently, dependent on agriculture, and most people lived in villages.
বাংলাদেশে কারুশিল্পের সমৃদ্ধ ঐতিহ্য রয়েছে, কারণ এই দেশটি সাম্প্রতিক সময় পর্যন্ত কৃষির ওপর নির্ভরশীল ছিল এবং বেশিরভাগ মানুষ গ্রামে বাস করত। -
Rural communities relied on artisans to supply them with necessary household items.
গ্রামীণ সম্প্রদায় তাদের প্রয়োজনীয় গৃহস্থালী সামগ্রী সরবরাহের জন্য কারিগরদের ওপর নির্ভর করত। -
But communities also needed objects to help them with social occasions such as weddings, religious rituals, festivals and personal use.
কিন্তু সামাজিক অনুষ্ঠান যেমন বিয়ে, ধর্মীয় আচার, উৎসব এবং ব্যক্তিগত ব্যবহারের জন্যও তাদের বিভিন্ন সামগ্রী প্রয়োজন হতো। -
They also needed items for use in trade and commerce.
তাদের বাণিজ্য এবং ব্যবসার জন্যও জিনিসপত্র প্রয়োজন হতো। -
Craftworks thus range from winnowing baskets to clay oil lamps, from hand held fans to metal coins.
ফলে, কারুশিল্পের অন্তর্ভুক্তি ছিল ধানের চালুনা থেকে শুরু করে মাটির প্রদীপ, হাতপাখা থেকে ধাতব মুদ্রা পর্যন্ত। -
As artisans worked with their hands to produce domestic and decorative objects, these came to be known as handicrafts.
কারিগররা তাদের হাতে গৃহস্থালির এবং সজ্জাসামগ্রী তৈরি করত বলে, এগুলো হস্তশিল্প নামে পরিচিত হয়ে ওঠে। -
An artwork bears the signature of its creator, and the value of a painting, graphic art or sculpture depends on the stature of the artist.
শিল্পকর্মে তার স্রষ্টার স্বাক্ষর থাকে, এবং চিত্রকলা, গ্রাফিক শিল্প বা ভাস্কর্যের মূল্য শিল্পীর মর্যাদার ওপর নির্ভর করে। -
No such thing happens in case of craftwork.
কারুশিল্পের ক্ষেত্রে এমনটা ঘটে না। -
The maker of a terracotta doll or a shatranji (cotton floor mat) remains anonymous but the work retains a personal touch.
মাটির পুতুল বা শাত্রাঞ্জি (তুলার মাদুর) তৈরিকারক অজ্ঞাত থাকে, কিন্তু কাজটি ব্যক্তিগত ছোঁয়া বজায় রাখে। -
When we look at a thirty year old nakshikantha we wonder at its motifs and designs that point to the artistic talent of its maker.
ত্রিশ বছরের পুরোনো নকশিকাঁথা দেখলে আমরা এর নকশা ও চিত্রকর্ম দেখে এর স্রষ্টার শিল্পীসত্তার প্রতি বিস্মিত হই। -
The fact that we don't know her name or any other details about her doesn't take anything away from our appreciation of the maker's skill.
আমরা তার নাম বা তার সম্পর্কে অন্য কোনো তথ্য জানি না, তা সত্ত্বেও তার দক্ষতার প্রতি আমাদের প্রশংসা কমে না। -
Indeed, the intimate nature of the kantha and the tactile feeling it generates animate the work and make it very inviting.
বাস্তবিকই, কাঁথার ঘনিষ্ঠ প্রকৃতি এবং এর স্পর্শ অনুভূতি কাজটিকে জীবন্ত করে তোলে এবং অত্যন্ত আকর্ষণীয় করে তোলে। -
A craftwork is a dynamic object-always evolving and always abreast of changing tastes and needs.
একটি কারুশিল্প একটি গতিশীল বস্তু—সর্বদা পরিবর্তনশীল এবং সর্বদা পরিবর্তনশীল রুচি ও প্রয়োজনের সঙ্গে খাপ খাইয়ে নিতে সক্ষম। -
Changes in lifestyle and material conditions have an impact on craftworks and their production.
জীবনযাত্রার পরিবর্তন এবং বস্তুগত অবস্থার পরিবর্তন কারুশিল্প এবং এর উৎপাদনে প্রভাব ফেলে। -
But certain forms, motifs, styles and aesthetic preferences change little over time, suggesting that a craftwork can function as a stable signifier of community values and preferences over time.
কিন্তু কিছু নির্দিষ্ট রূপ, নকশা, শৈলী এবং নান্দনিক পছন্দ সময়ের সঙ্গে খুব বেশি পরিবর্তিত হয় না, যা প্রমাণ করে যে একটি কারুশিল্প দীর্ঘমেয়াদে সম্প্রদায়ের মূল্যবোধ ও পছন্দের স্থির নিদর্শন হিসাবে কাজ করতে পারে।
1. Word Meanings and Sentences
Intuitive
- Meaning: Instinctive, based on a natural feeling rather than conscious reasoning.
- Sentence: Her intuitive understanding of people's emotions made her an excellent counselor.
Visionary
- Meaning: Someone with a clear and imaginative idea of the future.
- Sentence: The scientist was a visionary, proposing ideas that revolutionized modern technology.
Decorative
- Meaning: Serving to make something look more attractive; ornamental.
- Sentence: The decorative lights on the wall created a festive atmosphere.
Graphic
- Meaning: Relating to visual art or involving vivid and detailed imagery.
- Sentence: The graphic illustrations in the book brought the story to life.
Intimate
- Meaning: Having a close personal connection or being detailed and thorough.
- Sentence: The couple shared an intimate dinner to celebrate their anniversary.
Generate
- Meaning: To produce or create something.
- Sentence: The solar panels generate enough energy to power the entire house.
Animate
- Meaning: To bring to life or make lively.
- Sentence: The teacher's energetic explanations seemed to animate the otherwise dull subject.
Inviting
- Meaning: Attractive or tempting.
- Sentence: The cozy living room had an inviting atmosphere that made everyone feel at home.
Evolving
- Meaning: Developing or progressing gradually.
- Sentence: The evolving design of smartphones shows how technology adapts to user needs.
Signifier
- Meaning: A symbol or object that represents a specific idea or meaning.
- Sentence: The dove is often used as a signifier of peace.
2. Prepare a list of handicrafts that are in use in your house.
2. List of Handicrafts in Use at Home
- Clay Pots – Used for decorative purposes and as flower pots.
- Bamboo Baskets – Used for storage and organizing items.
- Embroidery Items (e.g., Kantha) – Used as quilts or bed covers.
- Wooden Utensils – Bowls, spoons, and cutting boards.
- Terracotta Decorations – Small figurines and wall hangings.
- Handwoven Mats (Shatranji) – Used as floor coverings.
- Ceramic Items – Plates, cups, and decorative pieces.
- Jewelry – Handmade earrings, necklaces, and bracelets.
- Handheld Fans – Made of cane or palm leaves, used for ventilation.
- Textile Crafts – Handmade curtains or tablecloths.
The export value of hand-woven rugs from Bangladesh to European Union (EU) countries fluctuated significantly between 2013 and 2017, reflecting a dynamic trend in demand and market performance.
In 2013, the export value was slightly below 0.5 million Euros, showing a modest start. However, this value dropped sharply in 2014, falling to less than 0.3 million Euros, indicating a decline in demand or production challenges. The downward trend continued into 2015, where exports hit their lowest point, ranging between 0.10 and 0.15 million Euros.
In 2016, exports rebounded significantly, rising to approximately 0.37 to 0.40 million Euros, signaling a recovery and renewed interest in Bangladeshi rugs. This upward momentum continued into 2017, where the value reached its peak during the period, ranging between 0.43 and 0.50 million Euros.
Overall, while the export market experienced some setbacks during the period, the recovery in the latter years indicates potential growth and opportunities for Bangladeshi artisans to expand their presence in the EU market.
Here is a table with some important words from the text along with their meanings in Bangla, parts of speech, synonyms, and antonyms:
Vocabulary
| Word | Meaning (Bangla) | Part of Speech | Synonym | Antonym |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ancient | প্রাচীন | Adjective | Old, Historic | Modern, New |
| Township | শহরতলী | Noun | Town, Settlement | Metropolis, City |
| Landmark | স্থাপত্য নিদর্শন | Noun | Monument, Milestone | None |
| Antiquity | প্রাচীনত্ব | Noun | Oldness, Ancientness | Modernity, Novelty |
| Prosperous | সমৃদ্ধশালী | Adjective | Wealthy, Thriving | Poor, Destitute |
| Splendor | জাঁকজমক | Noun | Grandeur, Magnificence | Dullness, Simplicity |
| Capital | রাজধানী | Noun | Headquarters, Metropolis | Suburb, Countryside |
| Mentioned | উল্লেখ করা | Verb | Stated, Referred | Ignored, Omitted |
| Independent | স্বাধীন | Adjective | Free, Autonomous | Dependent, Subordinate |
| Trading | বাণিজ্য | Noun/Verb | Commerce, Business | Bartering, Stealing |
1. Some of you who live outside Sonargaon, an Upazila in the district of Narayanganj, may have visited the ancient township with its Folk Arts and Crafts Museum, set up by the famous artist Zainul Abedin in 1970, and a number of old buildings which speak of a glorious past.
আপনাদের মধ্যে যারা নারায়ণগঞ্জ জেলার একটি উপজেলা সোনারগাঁও-এর বাইরে থাকেন, তারা হয়তো প্রখ্যাত শিল্পী জয়নুল আবেদিন কর্তৃক ১৯৭০ সালে প্রতিষ্ঠিত লোক ও কারুশিল্প জাদুঘর এবং অতীতের গৌরবময় ইতিহাসের সাক্ষী অনেক প্রাচীন ভবনসহ এই প্রাচীন শহরটি ভ্রমণ করেছেন।
2. But those who haven't had a chance to go there may still read about it and see images of its historical and cultural landmarks on the Internet.
কিন্তু যারা সেখানে যাওয়ার সুযোগ পাননি, তারা ইন্টারনেটে এর ঐতিহাসিক ও সাংস্কৃতিক নিদর্শনগুলোর সম্পর্কে পড়তে পারেন এবং ছবি দেখতে পারেন।
3. Sonargaon lies about 24 kilometers away from Dhaka and can be reached by bus or taxi and other forms of private transport.
সোনারগাঁও ঢাকা থেকে প্রায় ২৪ কিলোমিটার দূরে অবস্থিত এবং বাস, ট্যাক্সি বা অন্যান্য ব্যক্তিগত পরিবহনের মাধ্যমে পৌঁছানো যায়।
4. It attracts hundreds of visitors every day because of its antiquity and historical importance.
এর প্রাচীনত্ব এবং ঐতিহাসিক গুরুত্বের কারণে এটি প্রতিদিন শত শত দর্শনার্থীকে আকর্ষণ করে।
5. Sonargaon was once the capital of the independent Sultanate of Bengal in the early 14th century.
সোনারগাঁও একসময় ১৪শ শতাব্দীর প্রথম দিকে স্বাধীন বাংলার সুলতানাতের রাজধানী ছিল।
6. Even before that, it was the capital of Vanga under Raja Danauja Rai.
তারও আগে, এটি রাজা দনুজ রায়ের শাসনাধীন বঙ্গের রাজধানী ছিল।
7. Greek and Roman writers and travelers from abroad mentioned Sonargaon which was a prosperous trading post with a splendid river port.
গ্রিক ও রোমান লেখক এবং বিদেশি পর্যটকরা সোনারগাঁও সম্পর্কে উল্লেখ করেছেন, যা একটি সমৃদ্ধ ব্যবসায়িক কেন্দ্র এবং চমৎকার নদীবন্দর ছিল।
8. Ibn Battuta visited it in 1346 and was amazed by its splendor.
ইবনে বতুতা ১৩৪৬ সালে এটি ভ্রমণ করেছিলেন এবং এর জাঁকজমক দেখে মুগ্ধ হয়েছিলেন।
1. Make sentences with the following words:
ancient, glorious, landmark, antiquity, prosperous, splendid, amazed
2. Describe the fastest way to reach Sonargaon from your city/town/village.
3. A travel agent has prepared a brief description of Sonargaon under different headings. Fill up the blanks with information from the text.
Sonargaon
Location
Not too far from the capital city, Dhaka, only (1)........... away kilometers
Attractions
Folk Arts and Crafts Museum set up in (2)........... Zainul Abedin. by famous artist
A number of old buildings of (3) ........... and cultural importance.
History
The capital of the independent Sultanate of Bengal in the early (4)........... century
The capital of (5) ........... Vanga under Raja Danauja Rai
Famous admirers
Mentioned and admired by Greek and (6) ........... writers and travellers.
Drew the attention of (7)............... who travelled to this area in 1346.
1. Sentences with the given words:
- Ancient: The ancient ruins of Sonargaon remind visitors of its historical significance.
- Glorious: The glorious past of Sonargaon attracts history enthusiasts.
- Landmark: The Folk Arts and Crafts Museum is a famous landmark in Sonargaon.
- Antiquity: Sonargaon is admired for its antiquity and cultural heritage.
- Prosperous: Sonargaon was a prosperous trading center in the 14th century.
- Splendid: The splendid architecture of the old buildings reflects its rich history.
- Amazed: Ibn Battuta was amazed by the beauty of Sonargaon during his visit.
2. Describe the fastest way to reach Sonargaon from your city/town/village:
The fastest way to reach Sonargaon from my location is by car or taxi, taking the main highway towards Narayanganj. It is about 24 kilometers from Dhaka, and the journey takes approximately 30–45 minutes, depending on traffic.
3. Filling the blanks:
Sonargaon
Location
Not too far from the capital city, Dhaka, only (1) 24 kilometers away.
Attractions
Folk Arts and Crafts Museum set up in (2) 1970 by famous artist Zainul Abedin.
A number of old buildings of (3) historical and cultural importance.
History
The capital of the independent Sultanate of Bengal in the early (4) 14th century.
The capital of (5) Vanga under Raja Danauja Rai.
Famous admirers
Mentioned and admired by Greek and (6) Roman writers and travelers.
Drew the attention of (7) Ibn Battuta, who traveled to this area in 1346.
C. Read the text below and do the activities that follow.
One of the historical landmarks of Sonargaon is the ancient city of Panam (also known as Painam) or Panam Nagar, which was developed to the south of the old city to provide residential quarters to the governors after the Moghuls conquered Sonargaon in 1611. But some historians believe the city's history ismuch older and that the Moghuls developed Panam Nagar and built highways and bridges to connect it with Sonargaon. Three such bridges still exist. There are also three artificial canals that were dug up for easy communication and protection of the city. Panam Nagar became a prosperous trading post under the British rule. The East India Company made it a centre of muslin trade. At the peak of the trade about 1400 families of weavers lived in and around the city.
If you visit Panam Nagar today, you will see old buildings lining both sides of a 600 meter road, ending at Panam Bazar. The brick buildings were built by Hindu traders in the early 19th to early 20th century. No one lives in these buildings now as the place is considered a heritage site.
Here are some important words from the text with their meanings in Bangla, parts of speech, synonyms, and antonyms:
Vocabulary
| Word | Part of Speech | Meaning (Bangla) | Synonym | Antonym |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Landmark | Noun | ঐতিহাসিক নিদর্শন | Monument, Milestone | Neglect, Insignificance |
| Ancient | Adjective | প্রাচীন | Old, Antique | Modern, Contemporary |
| Developed | Verb/Adjective | উন্নত | Advanced, Progressed | Undeveloped, Primitive |
| Provide | Verb | প্রদান করা | Supply, Offer | Withhold, Deny |
| Conquer | Verb | জয় করা | Defeat, Overcome | Lose, Surrender |
| Historian | Noun | ইতিহাসবিদ | Scholar, Chronicler | - |
| Highway | Noun | মহাসড়ক | Road, Expressway | Trail, Pathway |
| Bridge | Noun | সেতু | Overpass, Viaduct | Gap |
| Communication | Noun | যোগাযোগ | Connection, Interaction | Isolation, Disconnect |
| Prosperous | Adjective | সমৃদ্ধ | Wealthy, Flourishing | Poor, Destitute |
| Artificial | Adjective | কৃত্রিম | Synthetic, Fake | Natural, Genuine |
| Canal | Noun | খাল | Waterway, Channel | - |
| Protection | Noun | সুরক্ষা | Safety, Security | Danger, Risk |
| Trade | Noun | ব্যবসা | Commerce, Business | Stagnation, Idleness |
| Company | Noun | প্রতিষ্ঠান | Organization, Firm | Individual |
| Muslin | Noun | মসলিন কাপড় | Fine Cotton Cloth | - |
| Weaver | Noun | তাঁতী | Artisan, Craftsman | - |
| Brick | Noun | ইট | Block | - |
| Trader | Noun | ব্যবসায়ী | Merchant, Dealer | Customer |
| Heritage | Noun | ঐতিহ্য | Tradition, Legacy | Modernity |
| Residential | Adjective | আবাসিক | Housing, Dwelling | Commercial, Industrial |
| Exist | Verb | অস্তিত্ব থাকা | Survive, Persist | Perish, Cease |
| Considered | Verb/Adjective | বিবেচিত | Regarded, Deemed | Ignored, Overlooked |
| Splendor | Noun | জাঁকজমক | Grandeur, Majesty | Dullness, Simplicity |
| Mention | Verb | উল্লেখ করা | Refer, Cite | Ignore, Omit |
| Dug | Verb | খনন করা | Excavated, Unearthed | Filled |
| Old | Adjective | পুরানো | Aged, Ancient | New, Fresh |
| End | Noun/Verb | শেষ/শেষ করা | Conclusion, Terminate | Beginning, Start |
| Road | Noun | রাস্তা | Street, Path | - |
| Site | Noun | স্থান | Location, Spot | - |
Passage Bangla Translation (Line by Line):
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One of the historical landmarks of Sonargaon is the ancient city of Panam (also known as Painam) or Panam Nagar, which was developed to the south of the old city to provide residential quarters to the governors after the Moghuls conquered Sonargaon in 1611.
সোনারগাঁয়ের অন্যতম ঐতিহাসিক নিদর্শন হল প্রাচীন শহর পানাম (পাইনাম নামেও পরিচিত) বা পানাম নগর, যা পুরনো শহরের দক্ষিণে মোগলরা ১৬১১ সালে সোনারগাঁ জয়ের পর গভর্নরদের বাসস্থান হিসেবে গড়ে তুলেছিল। -
But some historians believe the city's history is much older and that the Moghuls developed Panam Nagar and built highways and bridges to connect it with Sonargaon.
কিন্তু কিছু ঐতিহাসিক মনে করেন যে শহরটির ইতিহাস আরও প্রাচীন এবং মোগলরা পানাম নগর গড়ে তুলে সোনারগাঁয়ের সাথে সংযোগের জন্য সড়ক ও সেতু তৈরি করেছিল। -
Three such bridges still exist.
এমন তিনটি সেতু এখনো বিদ্যমান। -
There are also three artificial canals that were dug up for easy communication and protection of the city.
শহরের সহজ যোগাযোগ এবং সুরক্ষার জন্য তিনটি কৃত্রিম খালও খনন করা হয়েছিল। -
Panam Nagar became a prosperous trading post under the British rule.
ব্রিটিশ শাসনের অধীনে পানাম নগর একটি সমৃদ্ধ বাণিজ্যকেন্দ্র হয়ে ওঠে। -
The East India Company made it a centre of muslin trade.
ইস্ট ইন্ডিয়া কোম্পানি এটিকে মসলিন ব্যবসার কেন্দ্র বানায়। -
At the peak of the trade about 1400 families of weavers lived in and around the city.
ব্যবসার শীর্ষ সময়ে প্রায় ১৪০০ তাঁতির পরিবার শহর ও তার আশেপাশে বাস করত। -
If you visit Panam Nagar today, you will see old buildings lining both sides of a 600 meter road, ending at Panam Bazar.
আজ যদি আপনি পানাম নগর পরিদর্শন করেন, তবে ৬০০ মিটার দীর্ঘ একটি রাস্তার দুই পাশে সারি সারি পুরনো ভবন দেখতে পাবেন, যা শেষ হয় পানাম বাজারে। -
The brick buildings were built by Hindu traders in the early 19th to early 20th century.
এই ইটের ভবনগুলি হিন্দু ব্যবসায়ীরা ১৯শ থেকে ২০শ শতকের প্রথম দিকে নির্মাণ করেছিলেন। -
No one lives in these buildings now as the place is considered a heritage site.
এই ভবনগুলোতে এখন কেউ বসবাস করে না কারণ এটি একটি ঐতিহ্যবাহী স্থান হিসেবে বিবেচিত হয়।
1. One of your social media friends living in Australia is interested in visiting some of the old architectural sites in Bangladesh. Write an email inviting him/her to visit Panam Nagar. Based on the information given in the above text, explain in your email why Panam Nagar is worth visiting.
2. Project: Plan a visit to Panam Nagar. Prepare and give an oral presentation on what you expect to see there.
Answer Question No. 1&2
1. Email to a friend in Australia:
Subject: Discover the Beauty of Panam Nagar!
Dear [Friend's Name],
I hope this email finds you well. I remember you once mentioned your interest in exploring old architectural sites. I have the perfect suggestion for you if you ever plan to visit Bangladesh—Panam Nagar, a historical gem in Sonargaon.
Panam Nagar is a fascinating site with a rich history. It was developed as a residential area for governors during the Mughal period and later became a significant trading hub under British rule, especially for muslin. Walking along its 600-meter road, you'll see beautifully constructed brick buildings that date back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. These buildings, built by Hindu traders, showcase exquisite architecture and reflect the lifestyle of the time.
What makes Panam Nagar even more intriguing are the remnants of Mughal-era bridges and canals, which were vital for transportation and defense. Though no one lives there now, it has been preserved as a heritage site, offering visitors a glimpse into Bangladesh's cultural and architectural past.
I believe you'll truly enjoy exploring the historical charm of Panam Nagar. Let me know if you plan a visit—I’d be happy to help you with arrangements.
Warm regards,
[Your Name]
2. Project: Visit to Panam Nagar – Oral Presentation
Title: Exploring Panam Nagar: A Journey Through History
Good [morning/afternoon] everyone,
Today, I am going to share my plans for a visit to Panam Nagar, one of the most significant historical landmarks in Bangladesh.
When I arrive at Panam Nagar, the first thing I expect to see is its iconic 600-meter road lined with old brick buildings. These structures, built by Hindu traders in the 19th and 20th centuries, are architectural masterpieces that reflect the lifestyle and prosperity of the time.
I am also excited to explore the three Mughal-era bridges that still stand today, connecting Panam Nagar to Sonargaon. These bridges are a reminder of the advanced infrastructure developed during that period. Additionally, the three artificial canals around the city will offer insight into the strategic planning for communication and defense.
Finally, I plan to visit Panam Bazar, located at the end of the road. Although no one lives in Panam Nagar anymore, the site feels alive with history. I hope to take photographs, enjoy the serene environment, and learn more about the role of Panam Nagar as a muslin trading hub under British rule.
This visit will undoubtedly deepen my appreciation for Bangladesh’s historical and cultural heritage. Thank you for listening, and I look forward to sharing my experience after the trip!
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