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Exercise on Textual Poems
[Question No: 08]
Poem-01 (Unit-1; Lesson-3)
O Me! O Life! (ওহ আমি! ওহ জীবন!)
By Walt Whitman
Oh me! Oh Life! of the questions of these recurring. Of the endless trains of the faitless, of cities fill’d with the foolish, Of myself forever reproaching myself, (for who more foolish than I, and who more faithless?) Of eyes that vainly crave the light, of the objects mean, of the struggle ever renew’d, Of the poor results of all, of the plodding and sordid crowds I see around me. Of the empty and useless years of the rest. with the rest me interwined, The question, O me! so sad, recurring- What good amid these, O me. O’ life? Answer. That you are here that life exists and identity. That the powerful play goes on, and you may contribute a verse.
ওহ আমি! ওহ জীবন! এই পুনরাবৃত্তিমূলক প্রশ্নগুলোর মধ্যে অকৃতজ্ঞদের অন্তহীন ট্রেনগুলোর মধ্যে, বোকাদের দিয়ে ভরা শহরগুলোর মধ্যে,
নিজেকে চিরকাল তিরস্কার করা আমার সম্পর্কে, (কারণ আমার চেয়ে বোকা আর অবিশ্বাসী আর কে?).
আলোর জন্য নিরর্থকভাবে আকাঙ্ক্ষা করা চোখগুলোর মধ্যে, অর্থের মধ্যে, সর্বদা পুনর্নবায়ন করা সংগ্রামের মধ্যে,
সকলের খারাপ ফলাফলের মধ্যে, আমার চারপাশে আমি যে নোংরা এবং জঘন্য ভিড় দেখতে পাই,
বাকিদের খালি ও অকেজো বছরগুলোর মধ্যে, বাকিদের সাথে সাথে আমি জড়িয়ে গেছি,
প্রশ্নটা, ওহ আমি! এতো দুঃখজনক, বারবার আসছে–
এসবের মাঝে কী লাভ, ওহ আমি, ওহ জীবন? উত্তর দাও। যে তুমি এখানে আছো- যে জীবন ও পরিচয় বিদ্যমান,
যে প্রবল খেলা চলতে থাকে, এবং তুমি একটি কবিতা লিখে অবদান রাখতে পারো।
A. Answer the following questions from the poems (any five): 2×5=10
a. What recurring questions does
b. the speaker mention in the poem?
c.How does the speaker describe the world and the people around him?
d.What does the line “Of eyes that vainly crave the light” suggest about human destres?
e. What is the “powerful play” mentioned in the answer, and how does it relate to life?
f. How does the poet use repetition to emphasize the speaker’s despair?
g. What is the significance of the phrase “you may contribute a verse” in the context of the poem?
h. How does the imagery of “the plodding and sordid crowds” shape the speaker’s view of society
i. Do you think the poem’s message is relevant to modern life? Why or why not?
Solutions to Exercise on Textual Poems
[Question No: 08]
O Me! O Life! (ওহ আমি! ওহ জীবন!) এর Questions and Answers
Poem-01 (Unit-1; Lesson-3)
a .The speaker repeats the question, “What good amid these. O me. O life?” He asks about the meaning or purpose of life. particularly in the struggles, foolishness, and disappointment. This question reflects his deep confusion and sense of hopelessness. face of
b. The speaker describes the world as filled with “faithless” people, “foolish” cities, and “plodding and sordid crowds”. He feels surrounded by emptiness and meaningless actions, where people are constantly struggling but achieving little. This view reflects his sense of frustration and disillusionment with society.
c. The line suggests that people long for truth. enlightenment, or purpose, but these desires often remain, unfulfilled. The “vain” craving indicates that despite their efforts, people struggle to find meaning or clarity, much like being in darkness and seeking light that cannot be reached.
e. The “powerful play” refers to life itself, with all its ups and downs, challenges, and experiences. It symbolizes the larger process of living, where each person plays a role. The answer to the speaker’s despair is that life continues, and everyone has a chance to make a meaningful contribution, no matter how small.
f. The repetition of “O me! O life!” at the beginning and the recurrence of the question in the middle of the poem emphasize the speaker’s deep sadness and frustration. This repeated questioning reflects the speaker’s inner turmoil and his ongoing struggle to find meaning or purpose in his life.
g.The phrase suggests that each person has the ability to contribute to life in a meaningful way. While the world may seem full of foolishness. the answer is that we all have a role to play. The “verse” represents individual actions or contributions that can add value to the larger “play” of life.
h. This imagery portrays society as dull, tiring, and morally corrupt. The word “plodding” suggests a slow, laborious movement, while “sordid” implies a sense of dirtiness or moral decay. The speaker feels surrounded by people who are stuck in a meaningless cycle, which deepens his sense of isolation and disillusionment.
i. Yes, the poem’s message is still relevant today. Many people in modern society feel lost or disillusioned by the overwhelming struggles of life. The poem captures the universal human experience of questioning life’s purpose, and the idea of contributing a “verse” encourages individuals to find meaning through their actions, even in a world that may seem confusing or pointless.
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