The Cat Question Answer
The Cat – Andrew Barton Paterson
ক) বহুবিকল্পভিত্তিক প্রশ্নাবলী (MCQ) – মান ১ (৪০টি)
1. Most people think that the cat is:
2. The cat is said to be more fond of ease than:
3. The cat gets a great deal more satisfaction out of his life than:
4. The cat really has more character than:
5. During the day, the cat appears to be:
6. The cat cares little for anyone in the house as long as he is treated:
7. The cat rubs himself against the legs of the family members and makes a noise that is:
8. The guest in the house is likely to say about the cat:
9. The real character of the cat emerges when:
10. When the evening falls, the cat begins to:
11. The cat goes down to his own:
12. The cat’s true self is revealed as a/an:
13. To understand the cat properly, one must see him:
14. In the evening, the cat sends a call to his:
15. The call of the cat is a cry that is half a defiance and half:
16. The cat is compared to a knight who is:
17. The sport the cat looks for is with his own kind, which is mostly:
18. A cat that is old and has a torn ear is like a/an:
19. The family members say “Poor pussy!” when they see the cat because they think he is being:
20. The author of the text ‘The Cat’ is:
21. The cat looks tiredly at the family members as if to say:
22. In the evening, the cat’s movements become:
23. The cat gives the family a look that says he is putting up with their presence as a:
24. The family members consider the cat a ‘poor thing’ because they only see him in his:
25. The cat sharpens his claws on the:
26. The cat makes sure that a guest gives him his share of food by:
27. The cat is an expert in getting his share of food without:
28. The backyards that are “dull to us” are to the cat a/an:
29. The cat is said to be an ‘athlete’ because of his:
30. The cat’s call is not understood by:
31. When the cat goes for his sport, he is no longer the:
32. The author suggests that the cat’s life is full of:
33. The piece of fish that the guest gives the cat is received:
34. The cat’s opinion of the family is that they are:
35. The text primarily focuses on the cat’s:
36. The cat drops noiselessly to the ground from the:
37. The family gets the credit for the cat’s kill of a rat, but the cat is really thinking of:
38. The author’s tone throughout the essay is:
39. The cat is tolerant of the family’s presence because they:
40. The overall message of the essay is that cats are:
খ) অতি-সংক্ষিপ্ত উত্তরভিত্তিক প্রশ্নাবলী (SAQ) – মান ১ (৩৫টি)
1. What is the common belief about the cat?
উত্তর: The common belief is that the cat is an unintelligent animal, fond of ease and caring little for anything but mice and milk.
2. Who does the author think has more character than most human beings?
উত্তর: The author thinks that the cat has more character than most human beings.
3. How does the cat get its share of food from the family?
উত্তর: The cat gets its share of food by purring and rubbing itself against the legs of the family members.
4. What does a guest in the house stroke the cat and say?
উত্তর: A guest strokes the cat and says, “Poor pussy! Aren’t you sweet?”
5. When does the real character of the cat appear?
উত্তর: The real character of the cat appears when the shades of evening fall and the family sits down to tea.
6. What does the cat do when evening falls?
উত্তর: When evening falls, the cat stretches himself a few times and saunters out of the room.
7. Where does the cat go in the evening?
উত্তর: In the evening, the cat goes down to his own backyard.
8. What are the two aspects of the cat’s character?
উত্তর: The two aspects are his meek, demure daytime character and his grim, fighting nighttime character.
9. What does the cat do on the top of the shed?
উত্তর: On the top of the shed, the cat stretches himself and looks at his feet to see if they are clean.
10. What kind of a call does the cat send across the roofs?
উত্তর: The cat sends a call that is a cry half of defiance and half a hunting cry.
11. To whom does the cat send his call?
উত্তর: The cat sends his call to his kindred.
12. What is the cat compared to when he goes for his sport?
উত্তর: The cat is compared to a knight errant, looking for adventure.
13. What is the cat’s favourite sport?
উত্তর: The cat’s favourite sport is to have a fight with another cat.
14. What does the family think when they see their cat fighting?
উত্তর: They think their cat is being bullied and say, “Oh, the poor, poor thing!”
15. What does the family throw at the other cat?
উত্তর: The family throws a boot and a bottle at the other cat.
16. How does the cat’s movement change in the evening?
উত্তর: His movement becomes lithe and panther-like in the evening.
17. How does the cat ensure he gets his share of food from a guest?
উত্তর: He quietly puts his claw into the guest’s leg if he is not given his share.
18. What does the cat do before he sets out for his nightly adventures?
উত্তর: He sharpens his claws on the leg of the table.
19. How does an old, battle-scarred cat look?
উত্তর: He looks like an old prize-fighter, tough and experienced.
20. What is the backyard to a cat?
উত্তর: To a cat, the backyard is a hunting ground and a romantic arena.
21. Why is the cat called an athlete?
উত্তর: The cat is called an athlete because of his wonderful agility and graceful movements.
22. Who is the author of ‘The Cat’?
উত্তর: The author of ‘The Cat’ is Andrew Barton “Banjo” Paterson.
23. What does the purring sound of a cat signify to the family?
উত্তর: To the family, the purring sound signifies the cat’s happiness and affection.
24. Where does the cat go after leaving the room?
উত্তর: After leaving the room, the cat goes to the roof of an empty shed.
25. What is the cat’s attitude towards the family?
উত্তর: The cat is tolerant of the family, putting up with their presence as a favour.
26. What does the family say when the cat catches a rat?
উত্তর: They say that he is a clever cat to kill so many rats.
27. How does the cat cross the street?
উত্তর: The cat looks up and down the street to see if there is any traffic, then glides across.
28. What does the cat enjoy about his fights?
উত্তর: The cat enjoys the fight for its own sake, as a form of sport and adventure.
29. What is the cat’s life really like according to the author?
উত্তর: According to the author, the cat’s life is full of drama, fighting, and adventure.
30. What is the author’s final advice to understand a cat?
উত্তর: The author’s final advice is to follow a cat out on a moonlight night to see his true character.
31. How does the cat behave when a guest gives him a bit of fish?
উত্তর: The cat receives it with a look of dislike, as if to say it’s not good enough.
32. What does the cat do with the food given by the family?
উত্তর: He eats it, but seems to imply that the family has kept him waiting too long for it.
33. Why do other cats come when he calls?
উত্তর: Other cats come because they are his kindred, and they gather for their nightly sport and socialising.
34. What is the cat’s “true life”?
উত্তর: The cat’s “true life” begins in the evening, when he becomes an adventurer and a fighter in his backyard kingdom.
35. What is the main contrast presented in the essay?
উত্তর: The main contrast is between the cat’s meek and gentle daytime appearance and his fierce, independent nighttime character.
গ) সংক্ষিপ্ত উত্তরভিত্তিক প্রশ্নাবলী – মান 2 (২৫টি)
1. Why do most people have a wrong idea about cats?
উত্তর: Most people have a wrong idea about cats because they only observe them during the day. In the daytime, the cat appears to be a meek, gentle, and unintelligent creature, hiding its true, independent character which emerges only at night.
2. Describe the dual character of the cat as presented in the text.
উত্তর: The cat has a dual character. By day, he is a meek and demure pet who purrs and rubs against people for food. By night, he transforms into a “grim fighter” and an “athlete,” a bold adventurer who rules his backyard kingdom.
3. How does the cat manage to get his share of food from the family and the guest?
উত্তর: The cat cleverly gets food from the family by rubbing against their legs and purring. If a guest is soft-hearted and doesn’t offer him food, the cat quietly puts his claw into the guest’s leg as a firm reminder.
4. “The cat has more character than most human beings.” – Why does the author say so?
উত্তর: The author says this because the cat leads a complex double life with great skill. He can be a gentle pet when it suits him and a fierce warrior when he is on his own, showing a level of independence and adaptability that the author finds admirable.
5. Describe the process of the cat’s transformation in the evening.
উত্তর: As evening falls, the cat begins his transformation. He stretches himself, yawns, and walks out of the room. His movements become lithe and panther-like, and he prepares for his nightly adventures by sharpening his claws and giving a last, condescending look to the family.
6. What is the significance of the backyard for the cat?
উত্তর: For humans, the backyard might be dull, but for the cat, it is his kingdom. It serves as his hunting ground, his romantic arena, and his battlefield where he meets his kindred and expresses his true, wild nature.
7. Why is the cat compared to a “knight errant”?
উত্তর: The cat is compared to a “knight errant” because, like a knight from old tales, he goes out at night looking for excitement and adventure. He is not just looking for food, but for the thrill of sport and the challenge of a fight.
8. What is the family’s reaction to the cat’s fights, and why is it ironic?
উত্তর: The family reacts with pity, saying “Poor, poor thing!” and throwing things at the other cat, thinking their cat is being bullied. This is ironic because their cat is not the victim; he is the one who initiates and enjoys the fight as his favourite sport.
9. Explain the meaning of the cat’s call: “half a defiance and half a hunting cry.”
উত্তর: This means the cat’s call has a dual purpose. It is a cry of “defiance,” challenging any rival cats in the area. At the same time, it is a “hunting cry,” signaling his readiness for the night’s adventures and alerting his kindred to his presence.
10. What impression do you get of the author’s attitude towards cats?
উত্তর: The author has a deep admiration and understanding of the cat’s true nature. He sees beyond the “pet” and appreciates the cat’s intelligence, independence, and the hidden, adventurous life it leads, presenting it in a humorous and observant manner.
11. Why does the author describe the cat as an “athlete” and a “grim fighter”?
উত্তর: He is called an “athlete” for his incredible agility, grace, and noiseless movements, like a panther. He is a “grim fighter” because at night, he engages in fierce battles with other cats, not out of necessity, but for the sheer sport of it.
12. How does the cat’s relationship with the family reveal its true character?
উত্তর: The cat’s relationship with the family shows he is not a loyal pet but a self-interested individual. He tolerates them because they provide food and shelter, but he does not truly care for them. His actions show he sees the house as a convenient base, not his only world.
13. “He is a very knowing fellow.” – In what ways is the cat “knowing” or clever?
উত্তর: The cat is clever in many ways. He knows exactly how to manipulate the family and guests to get food. He is also street-smart, looking both ways before crossing, and is an expert fighter, making him a truly “knowing” and intelligent creature.
14. What does the family fail to understand about the cat?
উত্তর: The family fails to understand the cat’s true, independent nature. They see him only as a ‘poor pussy,’ a gentle and helpless pet, and are completely unaware of his secret life as a brave adventurer and a fierce fighter at night.
15. Describe the scene when the cat’s kindred come to his call.
উত্তর: When the cat calls, other cats come gliding from neighbouring backyards. They are of all types—some old and battle-scarred, others young and sleek. They gather on the roof for their nightly social rituals, which often involve fierce but sporting fights.
16. What is the difference between how the cat sees the family and how the family sees the cat?
উত্তর: The family sees the cat as a simple, sweet, and dependent pet that needs their care. In contrast, the cat sees the family as unintelligent but useful providers of food and shelter, whose company he tolerates as a favour.
17. Why does the cat give the guest a “look of dislike” for a piece of fish?
উত্তর: The cat gives this look to show his superiority and to imply that the offering is not good enough. It is part of his act of being a dignified creature who is doing the guest a favour by accepting the food, rather than being a grateful, hungry pet.
18. “All this is a condescension on his part.” – Explain this statement.
উত্তর: This statement means that the cat’s affectionate behaviour towards the family, like purring and rubbing, is not genuine. He is simply “condescending” or acting graciously from a position of superiority, pretending to be a loving pet to get what he wants.
19. How does the setting of a suburban home contrast with the cat’s wild nature?
উত্তর: The suburban home represents a safe, dull, and civilised world. This setting provides a sharp contrast to the cat’s wild, adventurous, and untamed nature, which is unleashed in the “jungle” of the backyard after dark.
20. What makes the essay humorous?
উত্তর: The humour comes from the gap between appearance and reality. The family’s complete misunderstanding of the cat’s true nature, their pity for him when he is actually enjoying a fight, and the author’s witty and observant descriptions of the cat’s clever manipulations all contribute to the essay’s humour.
21. What happens when the family throws things at the “brute” cat?
উত্তর: When the family throws things, the other cat goes away, but their own cat also leaves. He is not grateful for their “help” because they have interrupted his favourite sport, and he goes off to find another fight elsewhere.
22. How is the cat’s intelligence demonstrated when he crosses a road?
উত্তর: His intelligence is shown by his cautious behaviour. Unlike a dog that might run blindly, the cat looks carefully up and down the street to check for traffic before he “glides” across, demonstrating his street-smart survival instincts.
23. What is the author’s purpose in writing this essay?
উত্তর: The author’s purpose is to challenge the common perception of cats as simple pets. He aims to reveal their complex, independent, and adventurous hidden lives, encouraging readers to see them with more appreciation and understanding.
24. Why does the cat yawn and stretch before going out?
উত্তর: Yawning and stretching are the cat’s way of waking up his body and preparing his muscles for the night’s activities. It marks the end of his lazy, daytime persona and the beginning of his active, athletic, nighttime life.
25. “But the cat is a very knowing fellow.” – Give two examples from the text to support this.
উত্তর: Two examples are: firstly, he knows exactly how to get food by gently reminding a guest with his claw without appearing greedy. Secondly, he is street-wise enough to check for traffic before crossing a road, showing he is a “knowing” and intelligent survivor.
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