In the chapter, Patol Babu, an ordinary 52-year-old man, is unexpectedly offered a small role in a film by Nishikanto Babu, his neighbour, who knows about Patol Babu's past passion for acting. Overwhelmed and excited by this opportunity, Patol Babu accepts the offer and .............................
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Match the idioms related to shows and theatre with their meanings.
A B
1. To hold the stage a. to be the focus of everyone’s attention
2. In the groove b. receive the most attention or praise than
anyone else
3. In the limelight c. to be ready for a particular job when required
4. The show must go on d. to perform confidently
5. Steal the show e. to dominate a scene/debate
6. To wait in the wings f. an event or activity must continue despite
hindrances or problems
- To hold the stage - e. to dominate a scene/debate
- In the groove - d. to perform confidently
- In the limelight - b. receive the most attention or praise than anyone else
- The show must go on - f. an event or activity must continue despite hindrances or problems
- Steal the show - a. to be the focus of everyone's attention
- To wait in the wings - c. to be ready for a particular job when required
Now, use the highlighted words given above to complete these sentences.
1. When the ducks saw the other birds, they began to ..................................... loudly.
2. The butterfly came and sat on the ..................................... of my hand.
3. The entire ..................................... of the play has gone for a picnic.
4. Rice and dal is the ..................................... diet of many Indians.
5. He visited his father’s ..................................... quite often as he missed him a lot.
6. We are all looking forward to our ..................................... to the Andaman’s.
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Sign up nowMatch the words in Column A with their antonyms in Column B.
A B
1. Innocent a. accept
2. Continue b. dull
3. Deny c. intelligent
4. Raise d. miss
5. Brilliant e. break
6. Stupid f. stop
7. Fix g. lower
8. Observe h. guilty
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1. I can see .................................................................................................................. .
2. She said .................................................................................................................. .
3. I understand .................................................................................................................. .
4. She told me .................................................................................................................. .
5. .................................................................................................................. makes me happy.
6. You can drink .................................................................................................................. .
7. Do you know .................................................................................................................. .
8. I am sure .................................................................................................................. .
9. I know .................................................................................................................. .
10. She does not know .................................................................................................................. .
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Sign up nowCombine these sentences together to make one sentence each. Put the adjective clause after the noun that it describes. You may use who or that to put the clauses together.
1. We sent a gift to my aunt. She lives in Pune.
2. The man works as a doctor. He lives in the house next to mine.
3. That’s the article. She is writing it.
4. We bought some books. Our cousin told us they were on sale.
5. The car runs very fast. I got it repaired last week.
6. I lived in an apartment. It did not have a lift.
7. You should see a vet. He can help your dog better.
8. The movie was brilliant. It was directed by Castro.
9. We saw the boy. He has long hair.
10. My mother bought me a dress. It is beautiful.
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1. I waited for my sister. I waited till she arrived.
2. He hid behind the bushes. The police could not find him.
3. I saw her. She had walked into the room.
4. He was not there. I felt a message with his secretary.
5. We wish to do well. We work hard.
6. She was very tired. She could barely walk.
7. Don’t play with that knife. You could hurt yourself.
8. He started late. He finished in time.
9. You must tell me everything. Otherwise I will not be able to help you.
10. We watched the sparrows. They laid their eggs in this nest.
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Naresh Dutt cast an appraising look at Patol Babu and gave a not to convey that
a. he thought Patol Babu was suitable for the role.
b. he did not think much of Patol Babu.
c. he liked Patol Babu.
a. he thought Patol Babu was suitable for the role.
Patol Babu thought the whole thing was a hoax because
a. he thought he was being made a laughing stock.
b. he thought he was being cheated.
c. he was given a one-word dialogue.
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Sign up nowImagine that Patol Babu writes in his journal every day. Write the entries he would write on the day
- He got the role.
- He plays the role.
Remember to include his thoughts and feelings.
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He moved up to the office beyond the pan shop and sat down on the steps. It was nearly half-past nine. On Sunday mornings, songs in praise of goddess Kali were sung in Karali Babu’s house. Patol Babu went there every week and enjoyed it. What if he were to go these useless people, and be made to look foolish on top of that? ‘Silence’! Stuff and nonsense! to hell with your ‘silence’! They had put up this pompus show for something so triviali! Things sere much better on the stage.
i) Choose the option that describes the main reason which was the trigger for Patol
Babu’s chain of thought that made him question his presence at the film shoot.
It was the fact that__________________.
A. he was missing his duty towards God to fulfill a personal desire
B. he was with strangers instead of spending time with loved ones
C. he was wasting time on free volunteer work instead of earning money
D. he was wasting a great Sunday on doing something so small and insignificant
ii) Choose the correct option.
Assertion: Patol Babu felt silly for getting his hopes high.
Reason: He was convinced that he could never be a successful actor.
A. Assertion is true but the reason is false.
B. Both Assertion and Reason are false
C. Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
D. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
iii) Patol Babu thought that Things were much better on the stage, because_______.
A. theater had better monetary rewards.
B. the actors could see the response of the audience instantly.
C. he delivered long dialogues and got important roles.
D. theater was more suited to his talents as an actor.
iv) Infer Patol Babu’s tone as reflected in the extract.
A. sarcastic and worried
B. angry and regretful
C. serious and threatening
D. ironic and solemn
v) The writer uses questions in his writing. Comment on the purpose of this style
i) D. he was wasting a great Sunday on doing something so small and insignificant
ii) A. Assertion is true but the reason is false.
iii) B. the actors could see the response of the audience instantly.
iv) B. angry and regretful
v) The writer uses questions in his writing to make the narrative more engaging and to invite readers to think along with the protagonist, Patol Babu. This style allows readers to understand Patol Babu's thought process and emotions better by making them feel more involved in his inner struggles and dilemmas. It also adds depth to the character, making him more relatable and human.
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Sign up nowHere are some lines from the lesson. Match the meanings of the underlined words with their meanings listed below
(a) Then he had a job in a Bengali firm which he gave up in disgust when his boss began to treat him in too high-handed a fashion ----stimulate the imagination
(b) A faint memory was stirred up in Patol Babu's mind. ----to surrender or relinquish
(c) At first he opened a variety store which he had to wind up after five years. ----staged
(d) In Jatras, in amateur theatricals, in plays put up by the club in his neighbourhood, Patol Babu was always in demand -----to gain control over one's actions
(e) Patol Babu was about to step forward when he was pulled up short by a voice shouting 'Silence!' -----shut down
(f) Patol Babu pulled himself together -----stopped.
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Unlock now 🔓About the Author - Patol Babu, Film Star | New Voices Course Book | Class 8 Literature | English
Satyajit Ray (1921-1992) was an Indian filmmaker, screenwriter, music composer, and author widely regarded as one of the greatest filmmakers of the 20th century. Born in Calcutta (now Kolkata), Ray came from a prominent Bengali family with a rich history in the arts and literature.
Ray's filmmaking career began with the movie "Pather Panchali" (1955), the first instalment of The Apu Trilogy. The film, based on a classic Bengali novel, won numerous awards and established Ray as an international filmmaking talent. His other notable works include "Aparajito" (1956), "The World of Apu" (1959), "The Music Room" (1958), and "Charulata" (1964).
Ray received numerous prestigious awards, including 32 Indian National Film Awards, the Golden Lion at the Venice Film Festival, the Golden Bear at the Berlin International Film Festival, an Honorary Award at the 1992 Academy Awards, and the Bharat Ratna, India's highest civilian award. Ray's immense contribution to the world of cinema and literature has left an indelible mark on the global artistic landscape.
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Themes - Patol Babu, Film Star | New Voices Course Book | Class 8 Literature | English
1. Dedication and Passion:
The chapter emphasizes the importance of dedication and passion in one's pursuits, regardless of the magnitude of the task. Patol Babu's commitment to delivering a perfect performance, even for a small role, showcases his love and respect for the art of acting. He does not let the perceived insignificance of the role deter him from giving it his all, which is a lesson in staying true to one's passion.
2. Self-Respect and Integrity:
Patol Babu's initial disappointment with his single-word dialogue stems from feeling undervalued and humiliated. However, as he immerses himself....
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A. Introduction and Character Background
1. Patol Babu receives an unexpected offer to act in a film.
2. Nishikanto Babu informs Patol Babu about the opportunity.
3. Patol Babu reminisces about his past acting experiences on stage.
B. Preparation....
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1. Amateur – here, done as a hobby, not as a job
She enjoyed painting as an amateur, finding joy in expressing her creativity outside of her regular job.
2. Diffidence – modesty or shyness resulting from a lack of self-confidence
His diffidence often prevented him from speaking up in meetings, as he lacked confidence in his own ideas.
3. Appraising – examining
The appraising eyes of the art..................................
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1. "The thing is - remember how I started on the stage? Remember my first part? I played a dead soldier! All I had to do was lie still on the stage with my arms and legs spread. And remember how I rose from that position? Remember Mr. Watts shaking me by the hand? And the silver medal which the chairman of our municipality gave me? Remember? This is only the first step on the ladder, my dear better-half! Yes --the first step that would--God willing-mark the rise to fame and fortune of your beloved husband!"
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