English first paper || Bangla meaning, line by line Bangla meaning, text questions and solution , short questions and summary || Unit Seven: Youthful Achievers || Lesson 3: The Unbeaten Girls || Textbook page 121,122, 123, 124 & 125 ||





English first paper || Bangla meaning, line by line Bangla meaning, text questions and solution , short questions and summary || Unit Seven: Youthful Achievers || Lesson 3: The Unbeaten Girls || Textbook page 121,122, 123, 124 & 125 || 

In a traditional society like ours. little boys and girls are given separate sets of toys. While toys for boys include cars, guns or footballs. girls have to be satisfied with dolls (often Barbie dolls) and doll-houses or miniature cooking utensils. The underlying assumption is that boys are active and full of vigour, but girls are naive and lack the intelligence or energy to match their male counterparts.
This false assumption has been shattered plenty of times in the recent decades as girls began to show their power and women began competing with men in almost all areas of life. It has been conclusively proved wrong most recently by the girls of Kalsindur, a village in a remote area in Dhobaura upazila in Mymensingh district. The villagers are mostly low-income but hardworking people. Even a few years ago, there was no electricity in the village. But some girls have illuminated the village both literally and metaphorically with their belief in themselves and their skill in the game of football. The village has emerged now as a footballer factory and a symbol of girl power. And in recognition. of their success, the village was provided electricity by the government.

Sabina Akhter. Sanjida Akhter (7th under 16 promising female player of Asia in 2014), Shiuli Azim, Mariya Manda (Captain, Under 15 Female Football Team 2017), Shamsunnahar senior (who scored the solitary goal against India which ensured SAFF Under 15 Women Championship in 2017), Shamsunnahar junior (Captain of Under 15 National Football Team 2019). Tahura Khatun (who scored 40 goals in international matches till 2021), Marzia Khatun, Mahmuda Khatun, Nazma Akhter, Sajeda Akhter, Rozina Khatun, Taniya Akhter, Rupa Akhter, Kalpana Akhter, Purnima Vaskar are names of some bright stars in Bangladesh Women's National Football Team. They all are from Kalsindur village. Their talent and determination have brought them to where they are now.
While in Kalsindur Government Primary School the girls had a hat-trick record of the championship in Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib Gold Cup Primary School Football Tournament in 2013, 2014 and 2015. After completing primary education they moved on to Kalsindur Secondary School. While there, they became four-time champions in the National Summer Sports Competition for Schools, Madrasas and Technical institutions in 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2019. Kalsindur girls also clinched the Girls' Football Championship in Inter-College (UMA) Games and Sports Competition in 2019-20.
The Bangladesh girls' football team won the AFC Under 14 Regional Football Championship 2015 in Nepal and the team was dominated by Kalsindur footballers. Do you know the team that won the championship in AFC Under 14 Regional Football Tournament 2016 in Tajikistan also had eight Kalsindur girls including the captain and the highest scorer? Bangladesh National Women's Football Team was champion in Hong Kong Under-15 Women's Jockey Cup and Kalsindur girls led the match. They also proved themselves when Bangladesh shared championship jointly with Laos in 2019. Who could even think that these girls would seize the the 1st SAFF under-18 Women Championship in Bhutan in 2018, remaining unbeaten? The whole nation was overwhelmed at their success, and their school was immediately nationalist at their request.
The success of Kalsindur girls reads like an epic. They started their journey with practically nothing. They didn't have any boots or jerseys to wear. Initially, they played wearing salwar and kamij. They also suffered from malnutrition. What made them win against all adversities then? What was the magic behind? Mohammad Mafiz Uddin was an assistant teacher at Kalsindur Government Free Primary School where Minati Rani Sheel was the head teacher. They observed the girls' interests in football and decided to help. It was however not that easy. Girls playing football is still not a common picture in Bangladesh. Guardians were not convinced as they were used to seeing girls helping mothers with household chores. A farmer, an auto-rickshaw driver, a tea-shop owner or a housemaid mother couldn't be that ambitious either. But Minati Rani Sheel and Mohammad Mafiz Uddin persuaded them to allow their daughters to play. Being great motivators, the two teachers supported the girls in their effort to overcome the odds. They inspired them, created opportunities for them and took personal care of them. Soon the girls could prove themselves, shaking off their inhibition. Their success has also persuaded the villagers to come to their support.
When the girls moved to the nearby secondary school and college, they did not have their Minati Maam and Matiz Uddin Sir with them, but soon another motherly person offered her helping hand Mala Rani Sarkar, an Assistant Professor of History who was joined by one of her colleagues, Juel Mia. They agreed to coach the girls. Mr Jalaluddin, who was then the head teacher of the school, also supported them. Gradually the local community, public representatives and the local administration came forward. Bangladesh Football Federation also gave special attention to them and finally another football magician, Golam Robbani Choton, the coach of the Bangladesh Women's National Football Team, mentored these girls and helped them become complete professional footballers.
Now people realise what their golden girls could bring for them. "When these girls go from one place to another, even the auto-rickshaw pullers don't take any fare from them as they are the pride of the village. It's a small token of recognition but it's great!," says Mala Rani Sarkar, the Team Manager of Kalisindur Women's Football Team. She also adds that Kalsindur would present more female footballers in future, as of 2021 they are grooming another 65 girls to play for the nation


Here are some important and difficult words from your passage with their meanings in Bangla, along with synonyms and antonyms:

  1. Traditional (প্রচলিত) - Synonym: Conventional (প্রচলিত), Antonym: Modern (আধুনিক)
  2. Assumption (অনুমান) - Synonym: Presumption (ধারণা), Antonym: Certainty (নিশ্চয়তা)
  3. Shattered (ভেঙে চুরমার) - Synonym: Broken (ভাঙা), Antonym: Intact (অক্ষত)
  4. Competing (প্রতিযোগিতা করা) - Synonym: Contending (প্রতিদ্বন্দ্বিতা করা), Antonym: Cooperating (সহযোগিতা করা)
  5. Recognition (স্বীকৃতি) - Synonym: Acknowledgment (স্বীকৃতি), Antonym: Ignorance (অজ্ঞতা)
  6. Illuminated (আলোকিত) - Synonym: Brightened (উজ্জ্বল করা), Antonym: Darkened (অন্ধকার করা)
  7. Metaphorically (রূপকভাবে) - Synonym: Figuratively (রূপকার্থে), Antonym: Literally (আক্ষরিকভাবে)
  8. Determination (দৃঢ় সংকল্প) - Synonym: Resolve (প্রতিজ্ঞা), Antonym: Hesitation (দ্বিধা)
  9. Clinched (নিশ্চিত করা) - Synonym: Secured (নিশ্চিত করা), Antonym: Lost (হারানো)
  10. Dominated (প্রভাব বিস্তার করা) - Synonym: Controlled (নিয়ন্ত্রণ করা), Antonym: Surrendered (আত্মসমর্পণ করা)
  11. Seize (দখল করা) - Synonym: Capture (গ্রহণ করা), Antonym: Release (মুক্তি)
  12. Overwhelmed (অভিভূত) - Synonym: Stunned (স্তম্ভিত), Antonym: Indifferent (উদাসীন)
  13. Epic (মহাকাব্যিক) - Synonym: Legendary (কিংবদন্তিতুল্য), Antonym: Ordinary (সাধারণ)
  14. Adversities (দুর্দশা) - Synonym: Hardships (কঠিনতা), Antonym: Prosperity (সমৃদ্ধি)
  15. Convince (প্রতিপন্ন করা) - Synonym: Persuade (রাজি করানো), Antonym: Dissuade (বাঁধা দেওয়া)
  16. Inhibition (সংযম) - Synonym: Restraint (দমন), Antonym: Freedom (স্বাধীনতা)
  17. Persuaded (রাজি করানো) - Synonym: Convinced (বিশ্বাস করানো), Antonym: Discouraged (বাধা দেওয়া)
  18. Motivators (উদ্দীপক) - Synonym: Inspirers (প্রেরণাদাতা), Antonym: Discouragers (হতাশাগ্রস্তকারী)
  19. Gradually (ক্রমে) - Synonym: Slowly (ধীরে ধীরে), Antonym: Suddenly (হঠাৎ)
  20. Mentored (পরামর্শ দেওয়া) - Synonym: Guided (নির্দেশ দেওয়া), Antonym: Misguided (ভুল পথে চালিত করা)
  21. Community (সম্প্রদায়) - Synonym: Society (সমাজ), Antonym: Individual (ব্যক্তি)
  22. Special (বিশেষ) - Synonym: Unique (অনন্য), Antonym: Ordinary (সাধারণ)
  23. Token (প্রতীক) - Synonym: Symbol (চিহ্ন), Antonym: Reality (বাস্তবতা)
  24. Recognition (স্বীকৃতি) - Synonym: Appreciation (মূল্যায়ন), Antonym: Disregard (অবহেলা)
  25. Inspiration (অনুপ্রেরণা) - Synonym: Encouragement (উৎসাহ), Antonym: Discouragement (হতাশা)
  26. Achievements (অর্জন) - Synonym: Successes (সাফল্য), Antonym: Failures (ব্যর্থতা)
  27. Supported (সমর্থন করা) - Synonym: Assisted (সহায়তা করা), Antonym: Opposed (বিরোধিতা করা)
  28. Opportunities (সুযোগ) - Synonym: Chances (সম্ভাবনা), Antonym: Obstacles (বাধা)
  29. Contribution (অবদান) - Synonym: Donation (দান), Antonym: Withdrawal (প্রত্যাহার)
  30. Unbeaten (অপরাজিত) - Synonym: Victorious (বিজয়ী), Antonym: Defeated (পরাজিত)
  31. Encouragement (উৎসাহ) - Synonym: Motivation (প্রেরণা), Antonym: Discouragement (হতাশা)
  32. Dedication (উৎসর্গ) - Synonym: Devotion (নিবেদন), Antonym: Neglect (অবহেলা)
  33. Commitment (প্রতিশ্রুতি) - Synonym: Pledge (অঙ্গীকার), Antonym: Indifference (উদাসীনতা)
  34. Potential (সম্ভাব্যতা) - Synonym: Capability (সামর্থ্য), Antonym: Inability (অক্ষমতা)
  35. Fascinating (মুগ্ধকর) - Synonym: Captivating (আকর্ষণীয়), Antonym: Boring (নীরস)

Line by line Bangla meaning of the passage 

  1. In a traditional society like ours, little boys and girls are given separate sets of toys.
    আমাদের মতো একটি ঐতিহ্যবাহী সমাজে, ছোট ছেলেমেয়েদের জন্য আলাদা খেলনার সেট দেওয়া হয়।

  2. While toys for boys include cars, guns or footballs, girls have to be satisfied with dolls (often Barbie dolls) and doll-houses or miniature cooking utensils.
    ছেলেদের খেলনার মধ্যে থাকে গাড়ি, বন্দুক বা ফুটবল, কিন্তু মেয়েদের সন্তুষ্ট থাকতে হয় পুতুল (প্রায়শই বার্বি পুতুল), পুতুলঘর বা ছোট রান্নার সামগ্রী নিয়ে।

  3. The underlying assumption is that boys are active and full of vigour, but girls are naive and lack the intelligence or energy to match their male counterparts.
    এর পেছনের ধারণাটি হলো, ছেলেরা সক্রিয় এবং উদ্যমী, কিন্তু মেয়েরা সরল এবং তাদের বুদ্ধিমত্তা বা শক্তি নেই যা ছেলেদের সমান হতে পারে।

  4. This false assumption has been shattered plenty of times in the recent decades as girls began to show their power and women began competing with men in almost all areas of life.
    সাম্প্রতিক দশকগুলোতে এই ভুল ধারণা অনেকবার ভেঙে গেছে, কারণ মেয়েরা তাদের ক্ষমতা দেখাতে শুরু করেছে এবং নারীরা জীবনের প্রায় সব ক্ষেত্রে পুরুষদের সাথে প্রতিযোগিতা করছে।

  5. It has been conclusively proved wrong most recently by the girls of Kalsindur, a village in a remote area in Dhobaura upazila in Mymensingh district.
    এটি চূড়ান্তভাবে ভুল প্রমাণিত হয়েছে সম্প্রতি কিশোরগঞ্জ জেলার ধোবাউড়া উপজেলার প্রত্যন্ত এলাকার একটি গ্রাম, কলসিন্দুরের মেয়েদের দ্বারা।

  6. The villagers are mostly low-income but hardworking people.
    গ্রামের লোকেরা মূলত নিম্ন আয়ের কিন্তু পরিশ্রমী মানুষ।

  7. Even a few years ago, there was no electricity in the village.
    কয়েক বছর আগেও, গ্রামটিতে বিদ্যুৎ ছিল না।

  8. But some girls have illuminated the village both literally and metaphorically with their belief in themselves and their skill in the game of football.
    কিন্তু কিছু মেয়ে তাদের আত্মবিশ্বাস এবং ফুটবল খেলায় দক্ষতার মাধ্যমে গ্রামটিকে সরাসরি এবং প্রতীকীভাবে আলোকিত করেছে।

  9. The village has emerged now as a footballer factory and a symbol of girl power.
    এখন এই গ্রামটি ফুটবলারের কারখানা এবং নারী শক্তির প্রতীকে পরিণত হয়েছে।

  10. And in recognition of their success, the village was provided electricity by the government.
    এবং তাদের সাফল্যের স্বীকৃতিস্বরূপ, সরকার গ্রামটিতে বিদ্যুৎ সরবরাহ করেছে।

  1. Sabina Akhter, Sanjida Akhter (7th under 16 promising female player of Asia in 2014), Shiuli Azim, Mariya Manda (Captain, Under 15 Female Football Team 2017), Shamsunnahar senior (who scored the solitary goal against India which ensured SAFF Under 15 Women Championship in 2017), Shamsunnahar junior (Captain of Under 15 National Football Team 2019).
    সাবিনা আখতার, সানজিদা আখতার (২০১৪ সালে এশিয়ার অনূর্ধ্ব-১৬ প্রতিশ্রুতিশীল নারী খেলোয়াড়দের মধ্যে সপ্তম), শিউলি আজিম, মারিয়া মান্দা (২০১৭ সালে অনূর্ধ্ব-১৫ নারী ফুটবল দলের অধিনায়ক), শামসুন্নাহার সিনিয়র (যিনি ২০১৭ সালে ভারতের বিপক্ষে একমাত্র গোলটি করে সাফ অনূর্ধ্ব-১৫ নারী চ্যাম্পিয়নশিপ নিশ্চিত করেন), শামসুন্নাহার জুনিয়র (২০১৯ সালে অনূর্ধ্ব-১৫ জাতীয় ফুটবল দলের অধিনায়ক)।

  2. Tahura Khatun (who scored 40 goals in international matches till 2021), Marzia Khatun, Mahmuda Khatun, Nazma Akhter, Sajeda Akhter, Rozina Khatun, Taniya Akhter, Rupa Akhter, Kalpana Akhter, Purnima Vaskar are names of some bright stars in Bangladesh Women's National Football Team.
    তহুরা খাতুন (যিনি ২০২১ সাল পর্যন্ত আন্তর্জাতিক ম্যাচে ৪০টি গোল করেছেন), মার্জিয়া খাতুন, মাহমুদা খাতুন, নাজমা আখতার, সাজেদা আখতার, রোজিনা খাতুন, তানিয়া আখতার, রূপা আখতার, কল্যাণ আখতার, পূর্ণিমা ভাস্কর—এরা সবাই বাংলাদেশের জাতীয় নারী ফুটবল দলের উজ্জ্বল তারকা।

  3. They all are from Kalsindur village.
    তারা সবাই কালসিন্দুর গ্রামের বাসিন্দা।

  4. Their talent and determination have brought them to where they are now.
    তাদের প্রতিভা ও দৃঢ় সংকল্প তাদের আজকের অবস্থানে নিয়ে এসেছে।

  5. While in Kalsindur Government Primary School the girls had a hat-trick record of the championship in Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib Gold Cup Primary School Football Tournament in 2013, 2014 and 2015.
    কালসিন্দুর সরকারি প্রাথমিক বিদ্যালয়ে পড়ার সময়, মেয়েরা ২০১৩, ২০১৪ এবং ২০১৫ সালে বঙ্গমাতা বেগম ফজিলাতুন্নেছা মুজিব গোল্ড কাপ প্রাথমিক বিদ্যালয় ফুটবল টুর্নামেন্টে চ্যাম্পিয়ন হয়ে হ্যাটট্রিক রেকর্ড গড়েছিল।

  6. After completing primary education they moved on to Kalsindur Secondary School.
    প্রাথমিক শিক্ষা শেষ করার পর তারা কালসিন্দুর মাধ্যমিক বিদ্যালয়ে ভর্তি হয়।

  7. While there, they became four-time champions in the National Summer Sports Competition for Schools, Madrasas and Technical institutions in 2014, 2015, 2017 and 2019.
    সেখানে থাকাকালীন, তারা ২০১৪, ২০১৫, ২০১৭ এবং ২০১৯ সালে স্কুল, মাদ্রাসা ও কারিগরি প্রতিষ্ঠানের জাতীয় গ্রীষ্মকালীন ক্রীড়া প্রতিযোগিতায় চারবার চ্যাম্পিয়ন হয়।

  8. Kalsindur girls also clinched the Girls' Football Championship in Inter-College (UMA) Games and Sports Competition in 2019-20.
    ২০১৯-২০ শিক্ষাবর্ষে আন্তঃকলেজ (ইউএমএ) গেমস ও ক্রীড়া প্রতিযোগিতায় মেয়েরা ফুটবল চ্যাম্পিয়নশিপও জিতেছিল।

  9. The Bangladesh girls' football team won the AFC Under 14 Regional Football Championship 2015 in Nepal and the team was dominated by Kalsindur footballers.
    ২০১৫ সালে নেপালে অনুষ্ঠিত এএফসি অনূর্ধ্ব-১৪ আঞ্চলিক ফুটবল চ্যাম্পিয়নশিপে বাংলাদেশ নারী ফুটবল দল শিরোপা জিতেছিল এবং দলে কালসিন্দুরের খেলোয়াড়দের আধিপত্য ছিল।

  10. Do you know the team that won the championship in AFC Under 14 Regional Football Tournament 2016 in Tajikistan also had eight Kalsindur girls including the captain and the highest scorer?
    আপনি কি জানেন, ২০১৬ সালে তাজিকিস্তানে অনুষ্ঠিত এএফসি অনূর্ধ্ব-১৪ আঞ্চলিক ফুটবল টুর্নামেন্টে চ্যাম্পিয়ন হওয়া দলে অধিনায়ক ও সর্বোচ্চ গোলদাতাসহ আটজন কালসিন্দুরের মেয়ে ছিল?

  11. Bangladesh National Women's Football Team was champion in Hong Kong Under-15 Women's Jockey Cup and Kalsindur girls led the match.
    হংকং অনূর্ধ্ব-১৫ উইমেন্স জকি কাপে বাংলাদেশ জাতীয় নারী ফুটবল দল চ্যাম্পিয়ন হয়েছিল এবং কালসিন্দুরের মেয়েরা ম্যাচে নেতৃত্ব দিয়েছিল।

  12. They also proved themselves when Bangladesh shared championship jointly with Laos in 2019.
    ২০১৯ সালে বাংলাদেশ যখন লাওসের সঙ্গে যৌথভাবে চ্যাম্পিয়ন হয়, তখনও তারা নিজেদের যোগ্যতা প্রমাণ করেছিল।

  13. Who could even think that these girls would seize the 1st SAFF under-18 Women Championship in Bhutan in 2018, remaining unbeaten?
    কে ভেবেছিল যে এই মেয়েরা ২০১৮ সালে ভুটানে অনুষ্ঠিত প্রথম সাফ অনূর্ধ্ব-১৮ নারী চ্যাম্পিয়নশিপে অপরাজিত থেকে শিরোপা জিতবে?

  14. The whole nation was overwhelmed at their success, and their school was immediately nationalist at their request.
    তাদের সাফল্যে পুরো জাতি অভিভূত হয়েছিল এবং তাদের অনুরোধে তাদের বিদ্যালয়কে তাৎক্ষণিকভাবে জাতীয়করণ করা হয়।

  15. The success of Kalsindur girls reads like an epic.
    কালসিন্দুরের মেয়েদের সাফল্যের গল্প যেন এক মহাকাব্য।

  16. They started their journey with practically nothing.
    তারা একপ্রকার শূন্য হাতেই তাদের যাত্রা শুরু করেছিল।

  17. They didn't have any boots or jerseys to wear.
    তাদের পরার জন্য কোনো বুট বা জার্সি ছিল না।

  18. Initially, they played wearing salwar and kamij.
    শুরুতে তারা সালওয়ার কামিজ পরে খেলত।

  19. They also suffered from malnutrition.
    তারা অপুষ্টির সমস্যাতেও ভুগছিল।

  1. They also suffered from malnutrition.
    তারা পুষ্টিহীনতাতেও ভুগছিল।

  2. What made them win against all adversities then?
    তাহলে কি তাদের সব বিপত্তির বিরুদ্ধে জয়ী হতে সাহায্য করেছিল?

  3. What was the magic behind?
    এর পেছনে কি ছিল সেই জাদু?

  4. Mohammad Mafiz Uddin was an assistant teacher at Kalsindur Government Free Primary School where Minati Rani Sheel was the head teacher.
    মোহাম্মদ মফিজ উদ্দীন কালসিন্দুর সরকারি ফ্রি প্রাইমারি স্কুলের সহকারী শিক্ষক ছিলেন, যেখানে মিনাতি রানী শীল প্রধান শিক্ষক ছিলেন।

  5. They observed the girls' interests in football and decided to help.
    তারা মেয়েদের ফুটবলে আগ্রহ লক্ষ্য করেছিল এবং সাহায্য করার সিদ্ধান্ত নিয়েছিল।

  6. It was however not that easy.
    তবে এটি তেমন সহজ ছিল না।

  7. Girls playing football is still not a common picture in Bangladesh.
    বাংলাদেশে এখনও মেয়েদের ফুটবল খেলা একটি সাধারণ দৃশ্য নয়।

  8. Guardians were not convinced as they were used to seeing girls helping mothers with household chores.
    অভিভাবকেরা তুষ্ট ছিলেন না কারণ তারা মেয়েদেরকে মায়েদের ঘরোয়া কাজ করতে দেখে অভ্যস্ত ছিলেন।

  9. A farmer, an auto-rickshaw driver, a tea-shop owner or a housemaid mother couldn't be that ambitious either.
    একজন কৃষক, অটো-রিকশা চালক, চায়ের দোকানের মালিক অথবা একজন গৃহকর্মী মা তেমন উচ্চাকাঙ্ক্ষী হতে পারেননি।

  10. But Minati Rani Sheel and Mohammad Mafiz Uddin persuaded them to allow their daughters to play.
    কিন্তু মিনাতি রানী শীল এবং মোহাম্মদ মফিজ উদ্দীন তাদের মেয়েদের খেলার অনুমতি দেওয়ার জন্য তাদের বোঝাতে সক্ষম হন।

  11. Being great motivators, the two teachers supported the girls in their effort to overcome the odds.
    বিশাল অনুপ্রেরণা হিসেবে, দুই শিক্ষক মেয়েদেরকে প্রতিবন্ধকতা কাটিয়ে উঠতে সমর্থন করেছিলেন।

  12. They inspired them, created opportunities for them and took personal care of them.
    তারা তাদের অনুপ্রাণিত করেছিলেন, তাদের জন্য সুযোগ তৈরি করেছিলেন এবং তাদের ব্যক্তিগত যত্ন নিয়েছিলেন।

  13. Soon the girls could prove themselves, shaking off their inhibition.
    শীঘ্রই মেয়েরা নিজেদের প্রমাণ করতে সক্ষম হয়েছিল, নিজেদের দমিত ভাবনা ঝেড়ে ফেলে।

  14. Their success has also persuaded the villagers to come to their support.
    তাদের সাফল্য গ্রামবাসীদেরকে তাদের সমর্থনে এগিয়ে আসতে প্রভাবিত করেছে।

  15. When the girls moved to the nearby secondary school and college, they did not have their Minati Maam and Matiz Uddin Sir with them, but soon another motherly person offered her helping hand Mala Rani Sarkar, an Assistant Professor of History who was joined by one of her colleagues, Juel Mia.
    যখন মেয়েরা নিকটস্থ মাধ্যমিক বিদ্যালয় এবং কলেজে চলে গিয়েছিল, তারা তাদের মিনাতি ম্যাম এবং মফিজ উদ্দীন স্যারকে সাথে পায়নি, কিন্তু শীঘ্রই আরেকজন মাতৃসুলভ ব্যক্তি তাদের সাহায্যের হাত বাড়িয়ে দেন, মলা রানী সরকার, ইতিহাসের সহকারী অধ্যাপক, যাঁর সাথে যোগ দিয়েছিলেন তার এক সহকর্মী, জুয়েল মিয়া।

  16. They agreed to coach the girls.
    তারা মেয়েদের প্রশিক্ষণ দেওয়ার জন্য সম্মত হন।

  17. Mr. Jalaluddin, who was then the head teacher of the school, also supported them.
    জনাব জালালুদ্দিন, যিনি তখন স্কুলের প্রধান শিক্ষক ছিলেন, তারাও তাদের সমর্থন করেছিলেন।

  18. Gradually the local community, public representatives and the local administration came forward.
    ধীরে ধীরে স্থানীয় সম্প্রদায়, জন প্রতিনিধি এবং স্থানীয় প্রশাসন এগিয়ে এসেছিল।

  19. Bangladesh Football Federation also gave special attention to them and finally another football magician, Golam Robbani Choton, the coach of the Bangladesh Women's National Football Team, mentored these girls and helped them become complete professional footballers.
    বাংলাদেশ ফুটবল ফেডারেশনও তাদের প্রতি বিশেষ মনোযোগ দিয়েছিল এবং অবশেষে আরেক ফুটবল জাদুকর, গোলাম রব্বানি চোটন, বাংলাদেশ মহিলা জাতীয় ফুটবল দলের কোচ, এই মেয়েদেরকে পরামর্শ দিয়েছেন এবং তাদেরকে সম্পূর্ণ পেশাদার ফুটবল খেলোয়াড়ে পরিণত হতে সাহায্য করেছেন।

  20. Now people realise what their golden girls could bring for them.
    এখন মানুষ বুঝতে পারছে তাদের সোনালী মেয়েরা তাদের জন্য কি আনতে পারে।

  21. "When these girls go from one place to another, even the auto-rickshaw pullers don't take any fare from them as they are the pride of the village.
    "যখন এই মেয়েরা এক স্থান থেকে অন্য স্থানে যায়, এমনকি অটো-রিকশার চালকরাও তাদের কাছ থেকে কোনো ভাড়া নেন না কারণ তারা গ্রামের গৌরব।

  22. It's a small token of recognition but it's great!," says Mala Rani Sarkar, the Team Manager of Kalisindur Women's Football Team.
    এটি একটি ছোট স্বীকৃতির নিদর্শন কিন্তু এটি দারুণ!" বলেন মলা রানী সরকার, কালসিন্দুর মহিলাদের ফুটবল দলের দলনেতা।

  23. She also adds that Kalsindur would present more female footballers in future, as of 2021 they are grooming another 65 girls to play for the nation.
    তিনি আরও যোগ করেন যে কালসিন্দুর ভবিষ্যতে আরও মহিলা ফুটবলার উপস্থাপন করবে, ২০২১ পর্যন্ত তারা আরো ৬৫ জন মেয়েকে দেশের হয়ে খেলার জন্য প্রস্তুত করছে।


Here are some multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the passage.

  1. What is the meaning of the word "vigour" in the passage?
    a) Weakness
    b) Enthusiasm and energy
    c) Laziness
    d) Dullness
    Answer: b) Enthusiasm and energy

  2. The word "illuminated" in the passage means:
    a) Darkened
    b) Made brighter or enlightened
    c) Hidden
    d) Covered
    Answer: b) Made brighter or enlightened

  3. What does the word "inhibition" mean as used in the passage?
    a) Confidence
    b) Hesitation or restraint
    c) Excitement
    d) Encouragement
    Answer: b) Hesitation or restraint

  4. The word "persuaded" in the passage means:
    a) Forced
    b) Convinced
    c) Rejected
    d) Ignored
    Answer: b) Convinced

  5. What is the meaning of "dominated" as used in the passage?
    a) Controlled or led
    b) Failed
    c) Ignored
    d) Opposed
    Answer: a) Controlled or led

  6. The word "epic" in the passage means:
    a) Short and ordinary
    b) A grand and heroic story
    c) A simple event
    d) A tragedy
    Answer: b) A grand and heroic story

  7. The word "adversities" in the passage refers to:
    a) Successes
    b) Challenges and hardships
    c) Celebrations
    d) Rewards
    Answer: b) Challenges and hardships

  8. What does "naive" mean in the context of the passage?
    a) Intelligent and wise
    b) Innocent and inexperienced
    c) Strong and powerful
    d) Lazy and careless
    Answer: b) Innocent and inexperienced

  9. What is the meaning of "malnutrition" in the passage?
    a) Poor health due to lack of proper food
    b) Excessive eating
    c) A type of disease
    d) A kind of game
    Answer: a) Poor health due to lack of proper food

  10. The word "mentored" in the passage means:
    a) Taught and guided
    b) Criticized
    c) Punished
    d) Ignored
    Answer: a) Taught and guided

  1. What is the main purpose of the passage?
    a) To discuss the struggles and success of Kalsindur's female footballers
    b) To criticize the role of men in sports
    c) To explain the history of Bangladesh football
    d) To highlight the problems of rural education
    Answer: a) To discuss the struggles and success of Kalsindur's female footballers

  2. What message does the passage convey about gender roles?
    a) Girls should only focus on household work
    b) Traditional gender roles can be broken with determination and support
    c) Boys are naturally better at sports
    d) Parents should discourage girls from playing football
    Answer: b) Traditional gender roles can be broken with determination and support

  3. Why does the author mention the different types of toys given to boys and girls?
    a) To emphasize the traditional gender stereotypes in society
    b) To encourage children to play more
    c) To criticize toy companies
    d) To promote the importance of dolls
    Answer: a) To emphasize the traditional gender stereotypes in society

  4. What is one key factor that contributed to the success of the Kalsindur girls?
    a) Support from teachers and the local community
    b) A rich background
    c) Expensive training facilities
    d) Playing in international clubs
    Answer: a) Support from teachers and the local community

  5. What is the passage mainly highlighting?
    a) The importance of football in Bangladesh
    b) The role of women in sports and their ability to succeed
    c) The lack of education in rural areas
    d) The challenges of being a coach
    Answer: b) The role of women in sports and their ability to succeed

  1. Where is Kalsindur village located?
    a) Dhaka
    b) Mymensingh
    c) Chattogram
    d) Rajshahi
    Answer: b) Mymensingh

  2. What was a major barrier faced by the girls initially?
    a) Lack of electricity
    b) No support from the community
    c) Lack of proper training and nutrition
    d) All of the above
    Answer: d) All of the above

  3. What tournament did Kalsindur Government Primary School girls win three times in a row?
    a) AFC Women’s Cup
    b) SAFF Championship
    c) Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib Gold Cup
    d) FIFA Women’s World Cup
    Answer: c) Bangamata Begum Fazilatunnesa Mujib Gold Cup

  4. Who was the captain of the Under-15 Female Football Team in 2017?
    a) Sabina Akhter
    b) Shamsunnahar
    c) Mariya Manda
    d) Tahura Khatun
    Answer: c) Mariya Manda

  5. How many goals had Tahura Khatun scored in international matches till 2021?
    a) 20
    b) 30
    c) 40
    d) 50
    Answer: c) 40

  6. Who scored the goal that ensured Bangladesh’s victory against India in the SAFF Under-15 Women Championship 2017?
    a) Shamsunnahar (senior)
    b) Sabina Akhter
    c) Sajeda Akhter
    d) Rozina Khatun
    Answer: a) Shamsunnahar (senior)

  7. What significant event happened to Kalsindur after the girls' success?
    a) They received national awards
    b) Electricity was provided to the village
    c) A football stadium was built
    d) The girls were sent abroad for training
    Answer: b) Electricity was provided to the village

  8. What was the profession of Mohammad Mafiz Uddin?
    a) Football coach
    b) School teacher
    c) Farmer
    d) Journalist
    Answer: b) School teacher

  9. Who was an Assistant Professor of History who helped the girls later?
    a) Minati Rani Sheel
    b) Golam Robbani Choton
    c) Mala Rani Sarkar
    d) Juel Mia
    Answer: c) Mala Rani Sarkar

  10. What was Bangladesh Women's Football Team's achievement in 2018?
    a) Won the SAFF U-18 Women Championship
    b) Qualified for the FIFA World Cup
    c) Hosted an international tournament
    d) Became the first women’s team in Asia
    Answer: a) Won the SAFF U-18 Women Championship






Short Questions and Answers
  1. What is the traditional view of boys' and girls' toys, and what assumption does it reflect?

    • Traditional society gives boys toys like cars and footballs, while girls get dolls and kitchen sets. This reflects the false assumption that boys are active and energetic, while girls are naive and lack intelligence or strength.
  2. How has this assumption been proven wrong in recent decades?

    • Girls have shown their power by excelling in various fields, competing equally with men. The girls of Kalsindur, through their football achievements, have particularly shattered this stereotype.
  3. Why is Kalsindur village considered a ‘footballer factory’?

    • Despite being a remote and underprivileged village, Kalsindur has produced many talented female footballers who have represented Bangladesh at national and international levels.
  4. What role did football play in changing Kalsindur?

    • Football brought pride, recognition, and even electricity to Kalsindur. It changed perceptions about girls and inspired future generations to dream beyond traditional roles.
  5. Who were some of the notable footballers from Kalsindur, and why are they important?

    • Players like Sabina Akhter, Sanjida Akhter, and Mariya Manda have represented Bangladesh in international tournaments, proving that girls from rural areas can achieve great things.
  6. What initial challenges did the Kalsindur girls face in playing football?

    • They had no proper equipment, played in traditional clothing, and suffered from malnutrition. Social norms also discouraged girls from participating in sports.
  7. How did teachers like Mohammad Mafiz Uddin and Minati Rani Sheel help the girls?

    • They noticed the girls' interest in football and persuaded their families to let them play. They supported them emotionally and practically, ensuring they had opportunities to develop their skills.
  8. Why was it difficult for the girls' families to support their football dreams?

    • Most families were poor, engaged in farming or labor, and saw girls’ primary role as helping with household chores. They could not initially imagine their daughters playing football professionally.
  9. How did social attitudes toward girls’ football change in Kalsindur?

    • Initially, people were skeptical, but as the girls succeeded, they gained the community’s admiration. Now, even rickshaw pullers refuse to take fares from them as a sign of respect.
  10. What was the role of Mala Rani Sarkar and Juel Mia in the girls’ success?

  • They continued supporting and coaching the girls when they moved to secondary school. Their guidance kept the girls motivated and disciplined in their football journey.
  1. How did the Bangladesh Football Federation contribute to their growth?
  • The Federation provided special attention and resources to train these talented girls, helping them compete professionally at an international level.
  1. What was the role of Golam Robbani Choton in shaping the footballers?
  • As the coach of the Bangladesh Women’s National Football Team, he mentored the girls, transforming them into professional footballers capable of competing globally.
  1. What historic achievements did Kalsindur girls contribute to in international football?
  • They played key roles in winning championships like the AFC Under-14 Regional Football Tournament and the SAFF Under-18 Women’s Championship.
  1. How did their success impact the village beyond football?
  • Their achievements brought national recognition, government support, and even infrastructure improvements like electricity, proving that sports can uplift communities.
  1. What does the story of Kalsindur girls teach about gender equality?
  • It proves that given opportunities, girls can excel in any field. It challenges traditional gender roles and highlights the importance of equal chances for boys and girls.
  1. How does this story inspire other young girls in Bangladesh?
  • It shows that determination and hard work can overcome social and economic barriers. Many girls now dream of pursuing football or other careers beyond societal expectations.
  1. What sacrifices did the girls make to reach their goals?
  • They played without proper gear, faced criticism, and had to prove themselves repeatedly. Despite these struggles, they remained committed to their passion.
  1. What does the reaction of the villagers toward the girls' success symbolize?
  • It symbolizes a shift in mindset—where once girls were seen as homemakers, they are now celebrated as champions and role models.
  1. How can other villages learn from Kalsindur’s success?
  • By supporting young talents, challenging traditional gender roles, and investing in sports, other communities can also empower their girls to achieve greatness.
  1. What is the overall message of this passage?
  • It emphasizes that gender does not determine ability. With encouragement, support, and opportunities, girls can achieve extraordinary success, even in male-dominated fields like football.


Summary

In traditional societies like Bangladesh, girls are often discouraged from sports, but the girls of Kalsindur village in Mymensingh have shattered this stereotype. Despite poverty and societal barriers, they became national football champions with the support of dedicated teachers like Minati Rani Sheel, Mohammad Mafiz Uddin, Mala Rani Sarkar, and others. Starting with no proper gear, they overcame adversity to dominate national and international tournaments, such as the SAFF U-15 and U-18 Championships, AFC U-14 Regional Championships, and the Hong Kong U-15 Women's Jockey Cup. Their success transformed their village into a symbol of girl power, inspiring the local community and earning government support. These footballers are now national heroes, and more young girls are being trained to follow in their footsteps. Their story proves that determination and proper guidance can break gender barriers and achieve greatness.





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