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Friday 5 July 2024

PRESERVATION OF NATURE - "Once More to The Lake" by E.B, White - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Text Book Exercise (Unit 2.1)

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Unit-2: PRESERVATION OF NATURE
Unit 2.1: Reading Comprehension
Once More to The Lake
by E.B, White
Text Book Exercise

By Practical center
Pre-Reading
1. Look at the pictures and compare and contrast them.
Ans: The pictures are of two lakes in Maine (State of The United States of America). In one picture, a lake exists in its natural form while in another picture, the lake is polluted through artificiality i.e. man-made buildings surround it. After replacing the lake into a residential area, it has lost its natural beauty and is not ready to survive more.

2. Guess the theme of the fext you are going to study.
Ans: I guess that the theme of the text we are going to read, is about the preservation of nature. One should not turn the natural beauty ino polluted areas by building the residential or commercial areas around it. It should be used just for the purpose of picnic.

While-Reading
EXERCISE 1:
Work in pairs and deduce the meaning of words given in column A and write their contextual meaning in column B.
S.NO. Words Meanings
1. Marred Spoiled / Ruined / Damaged / Deface
2. Tarred Covered with tar / Carpeted / To describe someone in a negative way
3. Grooves Channels / Furrows / Trench / A long and narrow space
4. Sneak Move secretly / Move or go in a furtive or stealthy way
5.  Illusion Deceptive appearance / Unreal / Hallucination / False idea / Imagination
6. Creepy Scary / Terrifying / Frightening / Nervous
7. Moss A flowerless plant / Very small green or yellow plant
8. Jollity Cheerful / Lively / Enjoyment / Happiness
9. Sedative Inducing sleep / Causing sleep / A drug in calm a person / Promoting calm
10. Petulant Bad tempered / Easily annoyed / Ill-tempered

EXERCISE 2:
Read the statements and encircle the correct option.
1. The writer in the essay 'Once More to the Lake' is accompanied by his ______.
a) brother
b) son ✔
c) wife
d) pet

2. In the beginning of 'Once More to the Lake’, the writer characterizes himself as ______.
a) lake-water man
b) pond-water man
c) salt-water man
d) ordinary man ✔

3. The writer has referred the word ‘placidity’ in the context of ________.
a) peacefulness
b) calmness ✔
c) loneliness
d) idleness

4. The ________ were/was tapping on the roof of the camp of writer.
a) mosquitoes
b) swam
c) squirrel ✔
d) mouse

5. The writer felt in the end of the essay _______.
a) the fear of storm
b) the danger of life
c) happy
d) the loneliness ✔

6. ______ caught two fish before lunch.
a) son
b) father
c) both son & father ✔
d) spinner

7. The writer revisited the lake with his son in ______ season.
a) summer ✔
b) Winter
c) autumn
d) spring

8. The writer's son has been ______ while travelling by train.
a) weeds
b) lily pads ✔
c) sheltered bay
d) wet wood

9. The writer used to visit the lake _____.
a) in New York
b) in Maine
c) near his farm house
d) in his school

10. For _______ the writer used to go to the lake.
a) fishing ✔
b) seeing waves
c) enjoying cool water
d) enjoying swimming

EXERCISE 3:
The writer has described things of the past which he saw on the lake. He has also presented the scenario of that lake after few Years. Read the text individually. First, write the five things that writer observed and loved in the past. Then, write five changes that took place later on. After you have completed share your work with your partner.
Past scene of lake Last scene
 1. The sheltered bay and stream 1. The noisy sound of the motor.
 2. The hills that the sunset behind. 2. The worms and dragonfly on the boat while fishing.
 3. The camp and the path behind the camp. Fishing scene
 4. The cool and motionless lake early in the morning. 4. The tare or pitched road
 5. The long shadows of the pines. A school of fish and it's shadow in the water.

EXERCISE 4:
In this text, the writer has used similes and metaphors at many places. Now, work in groups. Analyse the text and write five examples of similes, and five examples of metaphors in respective columns. After you have completed, share your work with other groups.
S.NO. Similes S.NO. Metaphors
1. Motors whined about one's ears like mosquitoes.1. The boat would leap ahead, charging full fashion at the dock.
2.  It is strange how much you can remember about places like that once you Allow your mind to return into the grooves which lead back.2. My groin felt the chill of death.
3. None of us ever thought there was any place in the world like that lake in Maine.3. I was with my father.
4. It was the arrival of this fly that convinced me beyond any doubt that everything was as it always had been, that the years were mirage and there had been no mirage.4. The lake seemed enchanted sea.
5. 1 seemed to be living like a dead existence.5. The lake is constant and trustworthy body of water.

Post-Reading
EXERCISE 5:
Read the text answer the following questions.
1. Why do the writer take a vacation at this particular lake?
Ans: The write takes a vacation at this particular lake in order to forget the hard realities of life. The calmness of the natural lake provides him comfort. He loves it too much because it takes him to the distant past when he used to go there with his father. With the help of it, he tries to escape mortality.

2. Which key concerns the writer has expressed in the text?
Ans: The following key concerns the writer has expressed in the text.
  1. Love to the past memories or nostalgia.
  2. Power of memory.
  3. Transistorized of life.
  4. Inevitability of mortality / death.
  5. Father and son relationship.
  6. Past and present.
  7. Greatness and power of nature.
  8. Old technology vs. new technology.

3. How has the lake changed since he was a boy?
Ans: The lake has changed in following three ways since he was a boy.
  1. The road where horses drew the wagon / vehicle has been tarred / pitched fully.
  2. The motorboats produce irritable and awful sound now unlike before.
  3. New boats have big and noisier engines. These are kept on the upper slides of boats.

4. What contrast does the writer make between the sea and the lake?
Ans: The writer makes the contrast between the sea and the lake is the stirred water. The sea water easily can be stirred while the lake water cannot be stirred. The lake is constant and trustworthy body of water.

5. Why does the writer repeatedly call the lake as wild lake?
Ans: The writer repeatedly calls the lake as wild lake in order to emphasize the cottages surrounded it. He says that it is not at a place where men cannot reside. Men not only enjoys the calmness nature of the lake but also settled in those cottages to live in the peaceful atmosphere of the lake which is not wild.

6. Why is the arriving at the lake less exciting now than in the past?
Ans: It was less exciting for the writer to revisit the lake accompanied with his son. This time, he was not as much enthusiastic as before to the age difference.
Next, the artificiality and noise pollution has also spoiled the natural beauty of the lake. It was no more as peaceful as it was before.

7. How are the boat motors different in the present situation?
Ans: In the present situation, the motorboats produce irritable and awful sound now unlike before. New boats have noisier engines. In the former days, being small motors were also indoors, but now they were outdoors by the campers. Motors boats are larger in size and powerful. The boat's movement......

8. The writer calls the lake as a 'holy spot'. How does he further develop this idea?
Ans: The essayist (writer) describes the lake as a holy spot because it provides him solace or peace. He further develops it by explaining it more that it makes him forget the worldly worries and takes him to his beautiful past. It reminds him of his beautiful childhood. It helps him to rget his mortality. Become fast but these do not rejoice their noise becomes displeasing and unbearable.

9. What kind of sensation persisted and grew in the mind of the writer?
Ans: While spending time at the lake, the essayist feels dual existence of himself. Memories of the past haunt him. He finds himself in his son and himself as his father. He is, at the same time, his father in imagination and his son's father in reality. Such creepy sensation persisted and grew in the mind of the writer.

10. What is the central idea of the text?
Ans: The central idea of the text "Once More to The Lake" which is written by E.B, White is that the writer wants to show the relationship between sight and insight, observation and speculation through reminisce of his boyhood summer. Especially in this essay, the writer displays the power of memory and the utmost fear of mortality.

EXERCISE 6:
Work individually and recollect your past impression of natural things of your city village. Enlist these all and also write the changes that have taken place now. Share all these with the class.
Ans: Recollected Past Natural Scenes:
  1. The greenery of the field.
  2. A beautiful lake surrounded by trees.
  3. The most impressive scene was the play during rain in mud with little comrades.

Changes:
  1. The greenery of the field into deserted area due to the insufficient water.
  2. Trees are replaced into the buildings.
  3. Little comrades are no more


Wednesday 3 July 2024

PRESERVATION OF NATURE - "Once More to The Lake" by E.B, White - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Summary and Salient Points

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Unit-2: PRESERVATION OF NATURE
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Once More to The Lake
by E.B, White

SUMMARY

By Practical Center
Written by E.B. White, "Once More to the Lake" is an essay that reflects upon White’s memories of visiting the lake as a child and the memories he creates with his son many years later. White describes experiencing a sense of childlike wonder that makes him feel like a child and his father at the same time. In fact, this subjective creation is so beloved it is even considered his most valuable contribution to literature.

White begins by describing the first trip he took with his family in August 1904 to a lake in Maine. Though they did all catch ringworm and his father experienced a rolled canoe, the family enjoyed the visit so much they returned many summer after that. They would arrive on August 1st and stay for one month in the cabin. While there, they enjoyed fishing and the general tranquility of the lake.

Now; White experiences the lake with his son, who has never had such an experience. Before arriving, White wonders that it will be liked and if it will have the same charm he remembered from his childhood. In a very scenic manner, he begins by remembering what he best recalls about the lake. Then, he takes the reader on a sensory tour of his memories. He describes the scents and sights, fearing that they will no longer be there.

As White and his boy arrive at the lake, he realize that his son become the child he remembers from the cabin. White understand that this makes him into his own father from those many years ago. He experiences what he calls a "dual existence" which refers to the feelings more and more comfortable, sharing the lake with his son in the way he had enjoyed it. White comments and reflects that the years seem to have collapsed. He is pleased to see that a lot has not changed with time.

White feels the only difference between his childhood and his son's experience is the sounds of the lake: various sounds of the welcoming and unpacking of large trunks versus his current moment. The other sounds White describes as different are the changes in the sounds of the beats. Here, White explains what it is like to captain the boats from his childhood versus his son's childhood.

Pleased with the happy time in the lake, White enjoys the week they spend and struggle to break the difference between himself and his son's experience. White also relishes a thunderstorms that feels the same as when he was a child.

At the conclusion of the essay, White comes to terms with the fact that he is becoming an older man, as his father did. As much as he remember being a child at the lake, this will not keep him from aging.

The essay Unravels in, a non-linear fashion. This means that the events do not occur in chronological order. Instead the past and present mix together. The style of writing throughout his essay is very sensory-heavy, Told through the recollection of White's ‘memory, the reader can visualize the lake and the space White remembers well in his childhood. The whole essay feels nearly dreamlike in its description, adding to the seemingly ethereal nature of the essity. White's style of long, flowing sentences brings to mind the sounds of small waves washing the lakeshore. The reader can nearly Picture the place White describes, making one feel as though eis experiencing the meme Actions right along with White, as though he is experiencing the memories and actions right along with White, as he experiences them through his son.

The essay is twelve paragraphs long. It contains no subheadings oF dividers but is told in one long set. of experiences. In the beginning, the reader gets a glimpse into what is happening in the essay. The memories unravel throughout the middle of it. The essay ends when White feels brought back to his aging reality. The paragraphs get longer throughout the essay until the final part, which is very short.


Tuesday 2 July 2024

PRESERVATION OF NATURE - "Once More to The Lake" by E.B, White - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Words Meanings

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Unit-2: PRESERVATION OF NATURE
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Once More to The Lake
by E.B, White

WORDS MEANING

S.NO. Words Meanings
1. Accumulated Gathered
2. Anchor A heavy metal object
3. Bait Small amount of food
4. Bay Coast
5. Breeze Gentle air
6. Canoe A light narrow boat with both ends sharp
7. Chucking Throwing
8. Convinced Persuaded
9. Creepy Scary / Terrifying / Frightening / Nervous
10. Debris Filth
11. Desolated Isolated / Barren
12. Dual With two parts
13. Enchanted enjoyed / Fascinated
14. Except Without
15. Existence the fact of something / somebody existing
16. Extend Expand
17. Fluttered Moved fast
18. Gesture Movement of hand, arms or head.
19. Grooves Channels / Furrows / Trench / A long and narrow space
20. Guess Speculate
21. Illusion Deceptive appearance / Unreal / Hallucination / False idea / Imagination
22. Imperceptible Unable to feel
23. Inconvenience Troubles
24. Ingredient Constituent
25. Insubstantial without reality / Unreal
26. Irritable Petulant
27. Jarred Produced sound / To have a harshly disagreeable or disconcerting effect
28. Jollity Cheerful / Lively / Enjoyment / Happiness
29. Lumber Wood
30. Marred Spoiled / Ruined / Damaged / Deface
31. Minor Small
32. Mirage Illusion
33. Moss  A flowerless plant / Very small green or yellow plant
34. Motionless Still
35. Owned Belonged to
36. Partitions Portions / Parts
37. Persisted Continued to exist
38. Petulant Bad tempered / Easily annoyed / Ill-tempered
39. Pines Evergreen Tree
40. Rented Hired
41. Ribs Iron chain
42. Rowboat A small boat
43. Sedative Inducing sleep / Causing sleep / A drug in calm a person / Promoting calm
44. Sensation Feelings
45. Sheltered Covered
46. Shore Edge of the sea
47. Sneak (out) Move secretly / Move or go in a furtive or stealthy way
48. Spinner Fish bait
49. Spot Place
50. Sprinkled To make wet
51. Squirrel An animal
52. Stirred Mix / Blend
53. Stream small river
54. Sustain Support
55. Tarred Covered with tar / Carpeted / To describe someone in a negative way
56. Transposition Transmutation
57. Throbbed Pulsate steadily. / Felt pain
58. Unique Unusual
59. Utterly Completely
60. Worms Insects


Thursday 20 June 2024

DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP - Quaid On 11th August, 1947 - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Text Book Exercise (Unit 1.1)

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Unit-1:DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Quaid On 11th August, 1947
Text Book Exercise

Pre-Reading
1. What do you know about the Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah?
Ans: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah(25th December 1876 - 11th September 1948) was the founder Of Pakistan. He is revered as the father of nation. he was the top barrister of Bombay. He also sought the political union of Hindus and Muslims, which earned him the title of "the best ambassador of Hindu-Muslim unity." He became the first governor General of Pakistan. As a mark of respect, he was titled as Quaid-e-Azam by Pakistani people. Quaid-e-Azam is a urdu language phrase which means "The great leader".
OR
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a man par excellence. He was a man of many virtues. As a significant pillar of Indian National Congress, he won the title of the Messenger of Hindu Muslim Unity. Later, he found the prejudiced attitude of congress leaders, he took upon himself the task of separate Muslim state. As the president of the All India Muslim League, he used his level best to avoid bloodshed for the achievement of his goal. Formation of Pakistan was a great victory for Jinnah but he was in deep sorrow for the brutal killings of innocent people. People were warm-hearted and enjoying the victory they achieved in the shape of Pakistan. He tried his level best to control people's emotions. After partition, he emphasized upon the need of peaceful co-existence between the two neighbouring states till the last breath of his life. He exerted himself as a true statesman for the people of all creeds colours and religions in the political scenario of the sub-continent. He was a true statesman, who thought for humanity at large. His far-sighted principle were not materialized by his successors, so Pakistan faced unpredictable upheavals.

2. What was his main contribution?
Ans: His main contribution was the creation of a new independent state called Pakistan for the Muslim community of sub-continent.
OR
Quaid-e-Azam believed in non-violent politics. He fought against extremism. When he found that the politicians of rival camp were determined to put the Muslim nation to subjection, he supported the separation movement. His major objective was to keep the two rival nations in separate states. His aim was to see the subcontinent a peaceful and stable region with the struggle of progress. It was apprehended that two rival camps in the undivided sub-continent might threaten the whole of the continent of Asia. A separate Muslim state was the answer to all socio-political and religious confrontations of this region. The Quaid fought for separation not on the basis of hatred but for peaceful co-existence.

3. What was his vision for Pakistan?
Ans: The Quaid's speech on 11th August, 1947 to the constituent Assembly, brings to light his clear vision for Pakistan. He emphasized to make Pakistan a welfare state in letter and spirit. To allow religious freedom to all, the state should safeguard all the people without any discrimination. Putting Pakistan on the track of progress and disallow corruption, bribery and nepotism in all walks of life. To stabilize constituent assembly, legislature and judiciary, rule of law and justice must be assured. The people indulging in black marketing, should be taken to task Pakistan could be declared as crime free state.

4. Share some famous quotes of the Quaid-e-Azam.
Ans: Some famous quotes of the Quaid-e-Azam are given below:
  • "I do not believe in taking the right decision, I take a decision and make it right."
  • "There are two powers in the world; one is the sword and the other is the pen."
  • "Think a hundred times before you take a decision, but once the decision is taken, stand by it as one man."
  • "With faith, discipline and selfless devotion to duty, there is nothing worthwhile that you cannot achieve."
  • "No struggle can ever succeed without women participating side by side with men."
  • "Expect the best, Prepare for the worst."
  • "Failure is a word unknown to me."

While-Reading
EXERCISE 1:
Work in pairs and deduce contextually the meaning of following words. After completing, share your work with your partner.
S.NO. Words Meanings
1. Unprecedented Remarkable/ No earlier precedent/ Never existed in the past/ Unmatched/ Never known or done before
2. Sovereign Autonomous/ Free/ Superior authority/ Powerful/ A supreme ruler/ Supreme/ Absolute
3. Monster A huge and frightening / Beast / Extremely wicked / Evil / horrible / A large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature
4. Starvation Hunger/ The state of being hungry/ Suffering due to lack of food/ Famine
5. Colossal Enormous/ Huge/ Extremely large or great/ Gigantic
6. Nepotism Favouritism/ To give job / Advantages to you/ Favouring relatives or friends
7. Onerous Difficult or trouble/ Hard/ Heavy responsibility/ Difficult job/ A task or responsibility / Great deal of effort
8. Titanic Massive/ Enormous/ Very big/ Gigantic/ Exceptional strength, size, or power
9. Gravest Mature/ Very serious/ Solemn/ Important
10. Relentlessly Brutally/ In a harsh way/ Mercilessly/ Intense

EXERCISE 2:
Work in pairs, read the following phrases and idioms which have been taken from the text. Match the phrases and idioms in Column A with corresponding meanings in Column B and write answers in Column C.
NO. Column A NO. Column B Column C
1. Put downA. grant of something forE
2. Bring aboutB. be certain toD
3. Go throughC. to end fight to make peaceJ
4. Conferred uponD. to cause something to happenA
5. Bound toE. stop holding somethingB
6. With an iron handF. to deal or face great problemH
7. To tackle the monsterG. have an effect of somethingF
8. Bring to bearH. with full forceG
9. To bury the hatchetI. encourage to do an expected taskC
10. To lead someone toJ. read or examine thoroughlyI

Matched Answers:
  1. Put down: Stop holding something. (E)
  2. Bring about: To cause something to happen. (D)
  3. Go through: Read or examine thoroughly. (J)
  4. Conferred upon: Grant of something for. (A)
  5. Bound to: Be certain to. (B)
  6. With an iron hand: With full force. (H)
  7. To tackle the monster: To deal or face great problem. (F)
  8. Bring to bear: Have an effect of something. (G)
  9. To bury the hatchet: To end fight to make peace. (C) 
  10. To lead someone to: Encourage to do an expected task. (I)

EXERCISE 3:
Read the statements and encircle the correct option.
i. The Quaid-e-Azam was speaking to the Constituent Assembly at ____.
a) national level ✔
b) regional level
c) global level
d) provincial level

ii. The main function of the Constituent Assembly was to ____.
a) make country as example
b) honors assembly members
c) make constitution ✔
d) practice constitution

iii. According to the Quaid-e-Azam, 'cyclonic revolution' meant a wave of _____.
a) discrimination
b) revolt ✔
c) elections
d) legislation

iv. The main task of the Govt. according to the Quaid-e-Azam is to _______.
a) make constitution for provinces
b) stop black marketing
c) curb bribery
d) make law and order ✔

v. According to the Quaid-e-Azam, the poisonous thing is ____.
a) corruption ✔
b) black-marketing
c) nepotism
d) law and order situation

vi. The colossal crime monster as stated in the text is ____.
a) break the law
b) black marketing ✔
c) favoritism
d) bribery

vii. On 11 august 1947 Quaid-e Azam was speaking to ___.
a) already function assembly
b) first legislative body ✔
c) whole nation
d) members of the provincial body

viii. The first legislative body was bestowed with ____.
a) full powers ✔
b) limited powers
c) only make legislative powers
d) only powers to curb bribery

ix. The thing that was already prevailing in the continent after partition was ____.
a) bribery
b) foodstuff
c) nepotism ✔
d) starvation

x. The guided principles of the Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah are ____.
a) support & cooperation
b) justice & fair play ✔
c) prejudice & honors
d) angularities of majority & minority

Post-Reading
EXERCISE 4:
Read the text and answer the following questions.
Q.1: Why was the Quaid feeling honoured while addressing the First Constituent Assembly?
Ans. On 10th August 1947, the First Constituent Assembly was established in order to frame a constitution for Pakistan. The Quaid was made its first ever president. The newly born nation gave him the right to deliver the inaugural speech. Thus, he was feeling honoured while addressing the assembly. He was the originator and first governor general of Pakistan which added to his prestige.

Q.2: Which is the greatest curse according to the Quaid-i-Azam?
Ans: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, Pakistan had inherited several curse i.e. black marketing, nepotism, jobbery etc. To him, one of the greatest curses was bribery and corruption. He believe that all social evils must be curbed an atmosphere of honesty and accountability be set.
OR
Ans: According to the Quaid-e-Azam, all the criminal acts can threaten any state integrity but bribery and corruption are heinous (wicked) crimes. Pakistan has to set target to wage war against these evils. If a state successfully eliminates corruption and bribery, it can prosper in all walks of life. Black marketing is also another offence which needs to be seriously suppressed. The steps are desired to ensure a crime-free state that can lead to rapid development.

Q.3: What was the Quaid's vision about religious freedom?
Ans: The Quaid's vision about the religious freedom was: "No power can hold another nation in subjection. Therefore, we must learn a lesson from this. You are free, you are free to go to your temples, you are free to go to your mosques or to any other places of worship in this state of Pakistan. You may belong to any religion or caste or creed that has nothing to do with the business of the state. We are starting in the days when there is no discrimination, no distinction between one community and another, no discrimination between one caste or creed and another. We are starting with this fundamental principle that we are all citizens and equal citizens of one state."

Q.4: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, what lesson should we learn?
Ans: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, we should learn the lesson of equality. There should not be suppression of one community by another. Discrimination on the basis of religion, caste, creed or community must be discourage. All citizens should try to give priority to the state rather than religion or creed. The state should nurtures the atmosphere of brotherhood and kindness. People have to think in terms of welfare for all.
OR
Ans: Keeping in view the global scenario, we have to learn the lesson that no power can put any nation in subjection. Man is born free should be left free without any discrimination. In Pakistan, all the people are free to practise their religion according to their own choice. None has a right to impose his or her will over others in their worshiping or place of worship. Discrimination on the basis of religious communities, is not only unethical but illegal. The views of Quaid-e-Azam can the nation to the track of prosperity.

Q.5: How far the key ideas of the Quaid's speech are applicable to the present scenario?
Ans: The key ideas of the Quaid's speech are:
Unification of all the residents of the state.
  • Caste, creed and communities should be merged into one nation. All residents should think for the general welfare of the state but not for their particular religions.
  • The curses of bribery, corruption, jobbery, nepotism and black marketing should be rooted out. 
  • All the above key ideas are applicable in the present scenario of Pakistan. Our state needs to adopt the ideas for the general well-being of our country.

Q.6: How we make Pakistan prosperous in the light of the Quaid's vision?
Ans: We can make Pakistan flourishing and prosperous by forgetting the past and working for the well-being of the poor and needy people of the country. We should cooperate with one another. We should not help one another on the basis of religion or caste but on the basis of being equal citizens of the country. People have to extend their cooperation in all constructive projects. It is believed that the sentiment of humanitarianism minimizes so many ills of society.

Q.7: "I shall always be guided by the principles of justice and fair play without any political language, prejudice and Ill-will." Elaborate these words.
Ans: Here, the Quaid wanted to say that he would follow the principles of justice and fair play while dealing with the citizens of the country. He promised to keep personal enmities away while dealing with the people for the sake of a prosperous and peaceful Pakistan. He would never think ill of any community but try to treat everyone equally. In fact, prejudiced and biased approach kills the spirit of justice. The idea of welfare for all, peace with all and salvation for everyone be propagated.

EXERCISE 5:
The text of the Quaid's speech has some statements of facts and some of opinions. Work in pairs and read the following statements and write fact or opinion in the answer column. First one has been done as an example.
S.NO. Words Meanings
1. The Quaid-e Azam was president of the first constituent Assembly Fact
2. Hope that with your support we will make this Constituent Assembly as an example. Opinion
3. The first duty of Government is to maintain law and order Opinion
4. All kinds of inhabitants are living in the sub-continent. Fact
5. Nepotism and jobbery are social evils. Fact
6. The mighty revolution that has taken place is unprecedented. Opinion

EXERCISE 6:
Do you think some of the ideas in this historic speech are not included? Work individually and search out the missed points of above speech. Using various sources and share these with the class.
Ans: It is generally commented that Islamic Ideology is missing. Philosophy of new Muslim state is lacking and no word about the future of Kashmiris and other Muslims states is included. Overall focus is on secularism. According to my view point, all the apparently missing things are present there if one can read between lines. The Quaid's focus on religious freedom and nondiscrimination on the basis of religion bear testimony to the firm belief in Islam.
These principles of Islam should not be placed in the account of secularism. The speech of Jinnah was a preamble to the constitution of Pakistan.

OR

ANS: I think the following ideas are missing:
Future plans about Kashmiris are missed.
Discussion of the India plan was not included.
Discussion of population and inflation also not included.


Saturday 15 June 2024

DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP - Quaid On 11th August, 1947 - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Questions & Answers

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Unit-1:DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Quaid On 11th August, 1947
Questions & Answers

By Practical Center
Note: Read the text and answer the following questions:
Q.1: Why was the Quaid feeling honoured while addressing the First Constituent Assembly?
Ans. On 10th August 1947, the First Constituent Assembly was established in order to frame a constitution for Pakistan. The Quaid was made its first ever president. The newly born nation gave him the right to deliver the inaugural speech. Thus, he was feeling honoured while addressing the assembly. He was the originator and first governor general of Pakistan which added to his prestige.

Q.2: Which is the greatest curse according to the Quaid-i-Azam?
Ans: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, Pakistan had inherited several curse i.e. black marketing, nepotism, jobbery etc. To him, one of the greatest curses was bribery and corruption. He believe that all social evils must be curbed an atmosphere of honesty and accountability be set.
OR
Ans: According to the Quaid-e-Azam, all the criminal acts can threaten any state integrity but bribery and corruption are heinous (wicked) crimes. Pakistan has to set target to wage war against these evils. If a state successfully eliminates corruption and bribery, it can prosper in all walks of life. Black marketing is also another offence which needs to be seriously suppressed. The steps are desired to ensure a crime-free state that can lead to rapid development.

Q.3: What was the Quaid's vision about religious freedom?
Ans: The Quaid's vision about the religious freedom was: "No power can hold another nation in subjection. Therefore, we must learn a lesson from this. You are free, you are free to go to your temples, you are free to go to your mosques or to any other places of worship in this state of Pakistan. You may belong to any religion or caste or creed that has nothing to do with the business of the state. We are starting in the days when there is no discrimination, no distinction between one community and another, no discrimination between one caste or creed and another. We are starting with this fundamental principle that we are all citizens and equal citizens of one state."

Q.4: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, what lesson should we learn?
Ans: According to the Quaid-i-Azam, we should learn the lesson of equality. There should not be suppression of one community by another. Discrimination on the basis of religion, caste, creed or community must be discourage. All citizens should try to give priority to the state rather than religion or creed. The state should nurtures the atmosphere of brotherhood and kindness. People have to think in terms of welfare for all.
OR
Ans: Keeping in view the global scenario, we have to learn the lesson that no power can put any nation in subjection. Man is born free should be left free without any discrimination. In Pakistan, all the people are free to practise their religion according to their own choice. None has a right to impose his or her will over others in their worshiping or place of worship. Discrimination on the basis of religious communities, is not only unethical but illegal. The views of Quaid-e-Azam can the nation to the track of prosperity.

Q.5: How far the key ideas of the Quaid's speech are applicable to the present scenario?
Ans: The key ideas of the Quaid's speech are:
Unification of all the residents of the state.
  • Caste, creed and communities should be merged into one nation.
  • All residents should think for the general welfare of the state but not for their particular religions.
  • The curses of bribery, corruption, jobbery, nepotism and black marketing should be rooted out. 
  • All the above key ideas are applicable in the present scenario of Pakistan. Our state needs to adopt the ideas for the general well-being of our country.

Q.6: How we make Pakistan prosperous in the light of the Quaid's vision?
Ans: We can make Pakistan flourishing and prosperous by forgetting the past and working for the well-being of the poor and needy people of the country. We should cooperate with one another. We should not help one another on the basis of religion or caste but on the basis of being equal citizens of the country. People have to extend their cooperation in all constructive projects. It is believed that the sentiment of humanitarianism minimizes so many ills of society.

Q.7: "I shall always be guided by the principles of justice and fair play without any political language, prejudice and Ill-will." Elaborate these words.
Ans: Here, the Quaid wanted to say that he would follow the principles of justice and fair play while dealing with the citizens of the country. He promised to keep personal enmities away while dealing with the people for the sake of a prosperous and peaceful Pakistan. He would never think ill of any community but try to treat everyone equally. In fact, prejudiced and biased approach kills the spirit of justice. The idea of welfare for all, peace with all and salvation for everyone be propagated.

Q.8: What does the Quaid mean by welfare state?
Ans: Quaid-e-Azam had a strong desire to see Pakistan a welfare state for all. According to his perception it is the responsibility of the state to improve the quality of life of the people. They should be provided with basic needs of life, food, clothing, shelter and education according to the Quaid, a state is duty-bound to take care of all the citizens for their honourable living. It involves the provision of all the things that sustain life.

Q.9: What does the title Democratic citizenship imply for?
Ans: The phrase Democratic Citizenship stands for the significance and worth of the common man. The people are the liability of the state and the government must be conscious of its responsibility. This is the way that forces people to think of their responsibilities besides their rights. This makes a proper balance of rights and responsibilities. In fact the phrase democratic citizenship stands for ethics and morality that stabilize whole of the state.

Q.10: What do you mean by corruption, bribery, injustice and black marketing? Why does the Quaid oppose all?
Ans: These are sister terms and stand for socio-political cultural and commercial crime. These are moral cancer and threaten the roots of our society. For these offensive acts, the wealth of state remains limited in a few hands and the common man begins to starve. In such a state, thumping majority of people hardly gets one-time meal. If a state fails to bring comforts to the people, it can not imagine to have prosperity. Quaid-e-Azam had a resolute will to see Pakistan a strong and prosperous state. He believes that the state can be presented as a model for the rest of the world.

Q.11: What do you know about the Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah?
Ans: Ans: Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah(25th December 1876 - 11th September 1948) was the founder Of Pakistan. He is revered as the father of nation. He also sought the political union of Hindus and Muslims, which earned him the title of "the best ambassador of Hindu-Muslim unity." He became the first governor General of Pakistan. As a mark of respect, he was titled as Quaid-e-Azam by Pakistani people. Quaid-e-Azam is a urdu language phrase which means "The great leader".
OR
Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah was a man par excellence. He was a man of many virtues. As a significant pillar of Indian National Congress, he won the title of the Messenger of Hindu Muslim Unity. Later, he found the prejudiced attitude of congress leaders, he took upon himself the task of separate Muslim state. As the president of the All India Muslim League, he used his level best to avoid bloodshed for the achievement of his goal. Formation of Pakistan was a great victory for Jinnah but he was in deep sorrow for the brutal killings of innocent people. People were warm-hearted and enjoying the victory they achieved in the shape of Pakistan. He tried his level best to control people's emotions. After partition, he emphasized upon the need of peaceful co-existence between the two neighbouring states till the last breath of his life. He exerted himself as a true statesman for the people of all creeds colours and religions in the political scenario of the sub-continent. He was a true statesman, who thought for humanity at large. His far-sighted principle were not materialized by his successors, so Pakistan faced unpredictable upheavals.

Q.12: What was his main contribution?
Ans: Quaid-e-Azam believed in non-violent politics. He fought against extremism. When he found that the politicians of rival camp were determined to put the Muslim nation to subjection, he supported the separation movement. His major objective was to keep the two rival nations in separate states. His aim was to see the subcontinent a peaceful and stable region with the struggle of progress. It was apprehended that two rival camps in the undivided sub-continent might threaten the whole of the continent of Asia. A separate Muslim state was the answer to all socio-political and religious confrontations of this region. The Quaid fought for separation not on the basis of hated but for peaceful co-existence.

Q.13: What was the vision of Quaid-e-Azam for Pakistan?
Ans: The Quaid's speech on 11th August, 1947 to the constituent Assembly, brings to light his clear vision for Pakistan. He emphasized to make Pakistan a welfare state in letter and spirit. To allow religious freedom to all, the state should safeguard all the people without any discrimination. Putting Pakistan on the track of progress and disallow corruption, bribery and nepotism in all walks of life. To stabilize constituent assembly, legislature and judiciary, rule of law and justice must be assured. The people indulging in black marketing, should be taken to task Pakistan could be declared as crime free state.

Q.14: Share some famous quotes of the Quaid-e-Azam.
Ans: Some famous quotes of the Quaid-e-Azam are given below:
  • "I do not believe in taking the right decision, I take a decision and make it right."
  • "There are two powers in the world; one is the sword and the other is the pen."
  • "Think a hundred times before you take a decision, but once the decision is taken, stand by it as one man."
  • "With faith, discipline and selfless devotion to duty, there is nothing worthwhile that you cannot achieve."
  • "No struggle can ever succeed without women participating side by side with men."
  • "Expect the best, Prepare for the worst."
  • "Failure is a word unknown to me."

Q.15: What were the key messages in Quaid-e-Azam's speech to the Constituent Assembly?
Ans: In his speech to the Constituent Assembly on August 11, 1947, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah delivered several key messages.
  • Firstly, he emphasized that Pakistan was to be a democratic and sovereign state where every citizen would have equal rights and opportunities, regardless of their background or religion.
  • Secondly, he called upon the people of Pakistan to work together in a spirit of cooperation and unity, forgetting the past differences and animosities.
  • Thirdly, he urged the assembly to focus on the well-being of the masses and the poor, and to promote social and economic justice through honest and fair distribution of the country's resources.
  • Fourthly, he emphasized that the state should have a modern and progressive outlook, based on principles of equality, freedom, and tolerance.
  • Fifthly, he stressed the importance of education, both for men and women, as the key to progress and development.
  • Lastly, he warned against corruption, exploitation of people, and misuse of power, which he believed would lead to the downfall of the state.

Q.17: How did Quaid-e-Azam envision the future of Pakistan?
Ans: In his speech to the Constituent Assembly on August 11, 1947, Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah envisioned a bright future for Pakistan as a democratic, sovereign, and progressive state. He emphasized that every citizen would have equal rights and opportunities, regardless of their background or religion. He believed that the people of Pakistan should work together in a spirit of cooperation and unity, and focus on the well-being of the masses and the poor. He envisioned a state that would be modern and progressive, based on principles of equality, freedom, and tolerance. He also stressed the importance of education, particularly for women, as a key to progress and development. Quaid-e-Azam warned against corruption, exploitation, and misuse of power, which he believed would lead to the downfall of the state. Overall, he believed that if the people of Pakistan could work together in harmony and with a sense of purpose, the country would achieve its potential and become a great nation.


Friday 24 May 2024

DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP - Quaid On 11th August, 1947 - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Summary and Salient Points

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Unit-1:DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Quaid On 11th August, 1947
Summary and Salient Points

Reference:
Excerpt from: http: www.na.gov.pk/en/content.php?id=74

SUMMARY

By Practical Center
The 11th August (1947) speech was delivered by the Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah, the founding father of Pakistan. He was speaking to the Constituent Assembly of the newly created state. When the partition of India finally took place, Mr. Jinnah became the Governor General of the newly created state to be called Pakistan. He outlined his vision of Pakistan in an address to the Constituent Assembly, delivered on 11th August 1947. He spoke of his agenda: an impartial government, religious freedom, rule of law and shelter for all.

The Quaid-e-Azam began by saying that the assembly had two tasks; formation of a provisional constitution and governing the country. Meantime, the Quaid continued with the list of very serious issues. He focused on the assurance of law and order, so life, property and religious beliefs could be protected for all. Further he stated for War against bribery and steps against black marketing.

The Quaid showed his optimism that Pakistan would reset to the track of progress by making consistent efforts. The Quaid-e-Azam announced agenda for the newly created state.
  1. All the people of Pakistan are equal even of one state without any discrimination of creed, caste and region.
  2. Pakistan must be on the track of transparency, neatness and fair play. It has to be given the status of crime free state.
  3. The evil of nepotism jobbery and bribery need to be eradicated at once.
  4. Black-marketing is a great curse. It is a heinous crime that has been persisting in the subcontinent for years. This might be the cause of starvation and widespread suffering.
  5. We should learn from history that no state can be put into subjection.
  6. By taking rightful decisions, this state can emerge as an ideal welfare state.

OR

Reference Book Faridi English - (By M.B. Jamali) 
The speech of the father of the nation in the inaugural session of the First Constituent Assembly as the Presidential address on 11th August 1947, reflects the vision of Quaid about the newly Independent state of Pakistan. He Observed that creation of Pakistan is an unprecedented and unparalleled event in the history of world. He hoped that its constituted Assembly would work as sovereign legislative body to frame the federal and provincial constitution and work for the welfare and prosperity of the people with unity, cooperation and Justice with all minorities and religious communities. He hoped that all people irrespective of any discrimination be treated equally before the law. He asked the members of the assembly to eliminate all social, moral economic evils like bribery, corruption, nepotism, Jobbery black-marketing with Iron hand. He wanted Pakistan to be made as progressive and prosperous and leading nation of the world.


Salient Points Of Chapter

  • Presidential address of Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah to the First Constituent Assembly of Pakistan on 11th August 1947.
  • His speech was based on the preaching of last Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
  • His speech reflected his vision about Pakistan.
  • He assigned two most important functions to Assembly; to frame the future constitution of Pakistan, and to act as full sovereign body as the Federal Legislature of Pakistan.
  • He described the creation of Pakistan was an unprecedented and unparalleled avent in the global history.
  • He described that the first duty of the government is to maintain law and order. So that property, religious belief of all citizens of state are fully protected.
  • Crush bribery and corruption with Iron hand is the second duty of the government.
  • Black Marketing is another curse which is to be severely punished.
  • He said that nepotism and Jobbery is the legacy, which he would not tolerate.
  • He said the well being of people can only make Pakistan prosperous.
  • He clarified that all citizens of state are equal before law and have equal rights irrespective of any discrimination and prejudice.
  • He described the guiding principles of functioning government, will be justice and impartiality.

DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP - Quaid On 11th August, 1947 - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Words Meanings

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Unit-1:DEMOCRATIC CITIZENSHIP
Unit 1.1: Reading Comprehension
Quaid On 11th August, 1947

WORDS MEANING

S.NO. Words Meanings
1. Address Sermon
2. Adequate Sufficient/ Enough
3. Assertions Saying announcement
4. Black Marketing Illegal trading of goods
5. Bound to Be certain to
6. Bribery Money for dishonest action/ Corruption
7. Bring About To cause something to happen
8. Bring To Bear Have an effect of something
9. Bury the hatchet To forget unpleasant things
10. Colossal Enormous/ Huge/ Extremely large or great/ Gigantic
11. Commodities Things
12. Companions Associate/ Partner/ Fellow
13. Confer To give respect
14. Concentrate To pay attention
15. Conferred upon Grant of something for
16. Consequential As a result.
17. Constitution Regulation
18. Constituent Assembly The group of elected representative can form a constitution.
19. Co-operation Support
20. Cordially friendly manner, very much sociable.
21. Corruption Illegal behavior by powerful people/ dishonest and bad/ Fraudulent
22. Creed Sect/ System of religious belief/ Faith
23. Crushed Destroyed
24. Curses Troubles
25. Cyclonic Of a cyclone / big change
26. Cyclonic revolution Quick change or rebellion (i.e. the establishment of two sovereign democratic nation in south Asia.)
27. Dominions Sovereignty/ Supremacy/ Dominance
28. Discrimination Prejudice, Distinction, Intolerance
29. Distinction Difference
30. Distressed Troubled
31. Emphasize Urge
32. Essential Very important
33. Excerpt A piece of text/ Section/ Fragment/ Portion/ Short part (of film, writing or music etc)
34. Federal Of central government
35. Federal legislature System of government in which assembly have authority to make or change laws of the country or city.
36. Frequently Often
37. Function Job
38. Fundamental Basic
39. Go through Read or examine thoroughly
40. Gravest Mature/ Very serious/ Solemn/ Important
41. Ill will Animosity/ Bitterness/ Hatred
42. Impartiality Neutrality
43. Inaugural Launching/ Initial/ Introductory
44. Inhabitant Natives
45. Jobbery Dishonesty
46. Legacy Inheritance/ The thing you get after one's death
47. Legislature who can make and change law
48. Measures Steps
49. Memorable Unforgettable
50. Monster A huge and frightening / Beast / Extremely wicked / Evil / horrible / A large, ugly, and frightening imaginary creature
51. Nepotism Favouritism/ To give job / Advantages to you/ Favouring relatives or friends
52. Obligations Duties
53. Occur Happen
54. Onerous Difficult or trouble/ Hard/ Heavy responsibility/ Difficult job/ A task or responsibility / Great deal of effort
55. Poison Substance that causes death
56. Prejudice Bias
57. Presidential Relating to a president
58. Privileges Special rights
59. Prosperous Rich/ Flourishing/ Doing well
60. Provisional Temporary
61. Punished Penalized
62. Put down Stop holding something
63. Regulation Rule
64. Relentlessly Brutally/ In a harsh way/ Mercilessly/ Intense
65. Revolution Big change
66. Sovereign Autonomous/ Free/ Superior authority/ Powerful/ A supreme ruler/ Supreme/Absolute
67. Starvation Hunger/ The state of being hungry/ Suffering due to lack of food/ Famine
68. Subcontinent A specific area in South Asia
69. Subjection Slavery
70. Tackle Cope with
71. Testify
(Pl.Testifies)
 Witness/ Give evidence as a witness in a law court
72. Titanic Massive/ Enormous/ Very big/ Gigantic/ Exceptional strength, size, or power
73. Tolerate To have patience
74. To bury the hatchet To end fight to make peace
75. To lead someone to Encourage to do an expected task
76. To Perform To Do
77. To tackle the monster To deal or face great problem
78. Undermine To make someone less
79. Unparalleled Matchless
80. Unprecedented Remarkable/ No earlier precedent/ Never existed in the past/ Unmatched/ Never known or done before
81. Utmost Great
82. Well-being Betterment
83. Wholesale Large scale
84. Wholly and Solely Completely
85. With an iron hand With full force


Wednesday 25 October 2023

Play - A Visit To A Small Planet - English (Compulsory) For Class XI - Scene I (Summary & Translation)

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A Visit To A Small Planet
Scene I (Summary & Translation)

Scene I - Plot Summary

Visit to a Small Planet opens with a view of television news commentator Roger Spelding's comfortably middle-class home near Manassas, Virginia. General Tom Powers, a friend of Roger's, is explaining to him that an Unidentified Flying Object (UFO) has, for the last twelve hours, been spotted hovering over the Spelding's home. When Roger dismisses the idea, Powers convinces him to look outside-which he does, seeing the craft. Roger, who was planning to announce to a television audience that UFOs do not exist, panics and asks Powers for permission to break the story. The general refuses, stating that this information is "classified."
Ellen, Roger's nineteen year-old daughter, appears on the terrace with her boyfriend John Radolph, whom Roger dismisses as "the boy farmer. "She and John discuss their plans for the future; these plans are interrupted, however, when the UFO lands outside the house. The hatch opens and Kreton, the visitor from outer space, enters the room. He looks very human, sporting side-whiskers and the garb of an 1860s gentleman. Kreton asks the Speldings to take him to General Power. After some confusion, Kreton explains that he has been studying the inhabitants of Earth as a "hobby"; he hoped to see the Civil War during 1861. He soon realizes, however, that he must have set the wrong coordinates for his time-traveling spacecraft. Invited by Roger (who hopes to interview him on his television show) to come inside, Kreton accepts, thrilled with the prospect of seeing "a real house."
General Powers returns with an aide and in Roger's study begins questioning Kreton. Kreton is not only from another planet but from another dimension, one where its inhabitants do not die and have the power to read minds-a power that Kreton demonstrates on the general. After being ordered by Powers to search Kreton's ship, the aide returns, explaining that the door has been shut and that there has been "some kind of invisible wall" constructed around it. When asked by Powers how he managed to create this force field, Kretôn dryly responds, "I don't think I could ever explain it to you." Powers then announces that no one present is allowed to leave the house. The general presses his investigation of Kreton, speculating that he "has been sent here by another civilization for the express purpose of reconnoitring prior to invasion." Kreton denies that he has been "sent here" by anybody-but then explains that he intends to "take charge" of the entire world. When Powers attempts to arrest him, Kreton surrounds himself with another invisible force-field. The curtain closes as the audience hears all of the characters' thoughts and Kreton saying, "Tomorrow will be a wonderful day for all of us. Sleep tight!"

A VISIT TO A SMALL PLANET SCENE 1
Translation In Urdu

About 'A Visit to a Small Planet'
'ایک چھوٹے سیارے کا دورہ' کے بارے میں

Gore Vidal's 'A Visit to a Small Planet' is a science-fiction comedy. It follows the exploits of Kreton, an alien from a distant and technologically more advanced planet, who observes Earth as his hobby. He intends to see the Civil War during 1861; but mistakenly, he lands nearly a century later in Manassas, Virginia. Nevertheless, he decides to stay and starts his own war to have a little fun.
Urdu Translation
گور وڈال کی 'A Visit to a Small Planet' ایک سائنس فکشن کامیڈی ہے۔ یہ کریٹن کے کارناموں کی پیروی کرتا ہے، جو ایک دور دراز اور تکنیکی لحاظ سے زیادہ ترقی یافتہ سیارے سے تعلق رکھتا ہے، جو زمین کو اپنے شوق کے طور پر دیکھتا ہے۔ وہ 1861 کے دوران خانہ جنگی دیکھنے کا ارادہ رکھتا ہے۔ لیکن غلطی سے، وہ تقریباً ایک صدی بعد مناساس، ورجینیا میں اترتا ہے۔ اس کے باوجود، وہ ٹھہرنے کا فیصلہ کرتا ہے اور تھوڑا مزہ کرنے کے لیے اپنی جنگ شروع کرتا ہے۔

Though the play was written in 1957, it is still relevant. The story and characters are simple. Vidal originally wrote this play as a television script. After its success, he reworked it for the stage. Later, a movie was also made on it. Here only the first act of the is given with few changes for better performance.
Urdu Translation
اگرچہ یہ ڈرامہ 1957 میں لکھا گیا تھا، لیکن یہ اب بھی قابل اطلاق ہے۔ کہانی اور کردار سادہ ہیں۔ وڈال نے اصل میں یہ ڈرامہ ٹیلی ویژن اسکرپٹ کے طور پر لکھا تھا۔ اس کی کامیابی کے بعد، اس نے اسے اسٹیج کے لیے دوبارہ کام کیا۔ بعد میں اس پر فلم بھی بنائی گئی۔ یہاں بہتر کارکردگی کے لیے چند تبدیلیوں کے ساتھ صرف پہلا ایکٹ دیا گیا ہے۔

A VISIT TO A SMALL PLANET
Characters in the Play
  1. Kreton
  2. Roger Spelding
  3. Ellen Spelding
  4. Mrs. Spelding
  5. John Randolph
  6. General Power
  7. Aide
Urdu Translation
ایک چھوٹے سیارے کا دورہ
ڈرامے میں کردار
  1. کریٹن.
  2. راجر سپیلڈنگ
  3. ایلن سپیلڈنگ
  4. مسز سپیلڈنگ
  5. جان رینڈولف
  6. جنرل پاور
  7. ائیدی

SCENE I
(The room is comfortably balanced between the expensively decorated and homely. ROGER SPELDING is concluding his TV broadcast. He is a middle-aged, unctuous, and resonant. His wife, bored and vague, knits passively while he talks at his desk. Two technicians are on hand, operating the equipment. His daughter, ELLEN, a lively girl of twenty, fidgets as she listens.)
Urdu Translation
منظر I
(کمرہ مہنگے ترین اور گھریلو طریقے سے سجے ہوا، آرام دہ اور پرسکون ہے۔ ROGER SPELDING اپنی ٹی وی نشریات کا اختتام کر رہا ہے۔ وہ ایک درمیانی عمر کا آدمی ہے۔ جس کا لہجہ خوشامدی اور آواز گونجدار ہے۔ جبکہ وہ اپنی میز پر بیٹھا بول رہا ہے تو اس کی بیوی اکتا سی گئ ہے، خیالات میں الجھی ہوئی نظر آتی ہے۔ اور کوئی چیز بن میں مصروف ہے۔ دو تکنیکی ماہرین بھی وہاں موجود، آلات کو چلا رہے ہیں۔ اسپیلڈنگ کی بیٹی، ایلن، جس کی عمر بیس سال ہے ایک زندہ دل لڑکی ہے، نشریات سنتے ہی وہ بھی بے چین ہو جاتی ہے۔)

SPELDING: (Into microphone) ... And so, according to General Powers.......... who should know if anyone does....... the flying object which has given rise to so much earth's orbit. It is not, as many believe, a secret weapon of this country. Nor is it a spaceship as certain lunatic elements have suggested. General Powers has assured me that it is highly doubtful there is any form of life on other planets capable of building a spaceship. "If any travelling is to be done in space, we will do it first." And those are his exact words........ which winds up another week of news. (Crosses to pose with wife and daughter). This is Roger Spelding, saying good night to Mother and Father America, from my old homestead in Silver Glen, Maryland, close to the warm pulse beat of the nation.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: (مائیکروفون میں) ... اور اسی طرح، جنرل پاورز کے مطابق۔۔۔۔۔۔۔۔ جو کہ اس کو کسی سے بہتر جانتے ہے... وہ اڑتی چیز جس نے زمین کے مدار کے بارے میں بہت کچھ جنم دیا ہے۔ ایسا نہیں ہے جیسا کہ بہت سے لوگ یقین کر بیٹھے ہیں کہ یہ اس ملک کا خفیہ ہتھیار ہے۔ نہ ہی یہ کوئی اڑن طشتری ہے جیسا کہ بعض نامعقول عناصر نے تجویز کیا ہے۔ جنرل پاورز نے مجھے یقین دلایا ہے کہ یہ انتہائی مشکوک ہے کہ دوسرے سیاروں پر اڑن طشتری بنانے کے قابل کوئی مخلوق موجود ہے۔ "اگر خلاء میں کسی نے سفر کرنا ہوا تو ہم (زمینی لوگ) سب سے پہلے کریں گے۔" اور یہ ان کے بالکل درست الفاظ انکے اپنی زبانی ہیں.... اور ہر ہفتے کی طرح اس ہفتے کی خبریں اپنی اختتام کو پہنچیں۔ (پھر اپنی بیوی اور بیٹی کے جانب بڑھتا ہے تاکہ انکے ساتھ کھڑا ہو کر اختتامیہ الفاظ بولے)۔ اور میں ہوں راجر سپیلڈنگ اور بات کر رہا ہوں میری لینڈ، سلور گلین میں واقع اپنی پرانی رہائش گاہ سے, جو پوری قوم کی ولولۂ انگیز دلی دھڑکن کے قریب  ہے۔ امریکہ کے والدوں اور ماؤں کو شب بخیر.

TECHNICIAN: Good show tonight, MR. Spelding.
SPELDING: Thank you.
TECHNICIAN: Yes sir, you were right on time.
(Spelding nods wearily, his mechanical smile and heartiness suddenly gone.)
MRS. SPELDING: Very nice dear. Very nice.
TECHNICIAN: See you next week, Mr. Spelding.
SPELDING: Thank you boys.
(Technicians go.)
SPELDING: Did you like the broadcast, Ellen?
ELLEN: Of course I did, Daddy.
SPELDING: Then what did I say?
ELLEN: Oh, that's not fair.
SPELDING: It's not very flattering when one's own daughter won't listen to what one says while millions of people...
ELLEN: I always listen, Daddy, you know that.
MRS. SPELDING: We love your broadcasts, dear. I don't know what we'd do without them. SPELDING: Starve.
ELLEN: I wonder what's keeping John?
SPELDING: Certainly not work.
Urdu Translation
ٹیکنیشن: آج آپ نے رات اچھا شو کیا، مسٹر سپیلڈنگ
سپیلڈنگ: شکریہ۔
ٹیکنیشن: جی جناب، آپ صحیح وقت پر آگۓ تھے۔ (سپیلڈنگ تھکے ہوۓ انداز میں سر ہلاتے ہوئے، اس کی بناوٹی مسکراہٹ اور زندہ دلی اچانک ختم ہو گئی۔)
مسز سپیلڈنگ: آپ نے بہت عمدہ کام کیا۔ بہت اچھے.

ٹیکنیشن: اگلے ہفتے ملاقات ہوگی، مسٹر سپیلڈنگ۔
سپیلڈنگ: شکریہ جوانوں۔
(تکنیکی ماہرین چلے جاتے ہیں۔)
سپیلڈنگ: کیا تمہیں براڈکاسٹ پسند آئیں، ایلن؟
ایلن: یقیناً (ایسا سوال کرنا نا انصافی ہے) میں نے کیا، ڈیڈی۔
سپیلڈنگ: اچھا پھر میں نے کیا کہا؟
ایلن: اوہ، یہ مناسب نہیں ہے۔
 سپیلڈنگ: یہ مجھے اچھا نہیں لگا کہ جب کسی کی اپنی بیٹی کسی کی بات نہیں سنتی جب کہ لاکھوں لوگ...
ایلن: میں ہمیشہ سنتی ہوں، ڈیڈی، آپ جانتے ہیں۔
مسز سپیلڈنگ: ڈیئر، ہمیں آپ کی نشریات بہت پسند ہیں۔ مجھے نہیں معلوم کہ ہم ان کے بغیر
کیا کریں گے۔
سپیلڈنگ: فاقے کرو گے۔
ایلن: میں سوچ رہی (حیران)  ہوں کہ جان کہاں رہے گیا ہے؟
سپیلڈنگ: یقینی طور پر کوئی کام کی وجہ نہیں ہوسکتی ہے۔

ELLEN: Oh, Daddy, stop it! John works very hard and you know it.
MRS. SPELDING: Yes, he's a perfectly nice boy, Roger. I like him.
SPELDING: I know. I know: He has every virtue except the most important one: he has no get-up-and-go.
ELLEN: Precisely. He doesn't want to get up and he doesn't want to go because he's already where he wants to be on his own farm which is exactly where I'm going to be when we're married.
SPELDING: More thankless than a serpent’s tooth is an ungrateful child.
ELLEN: I don't think that's right. Isn't it "More deadly ...?"
SPELDING: Whatever the exact quotation is, I stand by the sentiment.
MRS. SPELDING: Please don't quarrel. It always gives me a headache.
Urdu Translation
ایلن: اوہ، ڈیڈی، جانے بھی دیۓ! جان بہت محنتی ہے اور آپ اس بات سے آگاہ ہیں۔
مسز سپیلڈنگ: ہاں بالکل، وہ بہت اچھا لڑکا ہے، راجر۔ مجھے تو پسند ہے.
سپیلڈنگ: میں جانتا ہوں۔ میں جانتا ہوں: اس میں ایک اہم خوبی کے علاوہ ہر خوبی ہے: بس اس میں ترقی کر
کے آگے بڑھنے کا جزبہ نہیں ہے۔
ایلن: بالکل۔ وہ نہ تو مہاں سے اٹھنا چاہتا ہے اور نہ ہی وہ کہیں اور جانا چاہتا ہے کیونکہ وہ پہلے ہی اس مقام پر موجود ہے جہاں پر رہنا چاہتا ہے اسکا اپنا فارم۔ بالکل وہی جہاں میں شادی کے بعد جا کر رہوں گی۔
سپیلڈنگ: ایک نا شکرا بچہ ایک ناگن کے دانت سے بھی زیادہ بے رحم ہوتا ہے۔
ایلن: میرا خیال نہیں کہ یہ صحیح (محاورا) ہے۔ کیا یہ "زیادہ مہلک نہیں...؟"
سپیلڈنگ: درست محاورہ جو بھی ہو، میں اس کے مرکزی خیال کی تائید کرتا ہوں۔
 مسز سپیلڈنگ: برائے مہربانی جھگڑا نہ کریں۔ یہ ہمیشہ مجھے سر درد دیتا ہے۔

SPELDING: I never quarrel. I merely reason, in my simple way, with Miss Know-it-all here.
ELLEN: Oh, Daddy! Next you'll tell me I should marry for money.
SPELDING: There is nothing wrong with marrying a wealthy man. The horror of it has always eluded me. However, my only wish is that you marry someone hard-working ambitious, a man who'll make his mark in the world. Not a boy who plans to sit on a farm all his life, growing peanuts.
ELLEN: English walnuts.
SPELDING: Will you stop correcting me?
ELLEN: But, Daddy, John grows walnuts...
(John enters, breathlessly.)
JOHN: Come out! Quick! It's coming this way. It's going to land right here!
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: میں کبھی جھگڑا نہیں کرتا۔ میں صرف اپنے سادہ انداز میں دلیل پیش کرتا ہوں، یہ صاحبہ خود کو علم کا خزانہ سمجھتی ہے۔
ایلن: اوہ، ڈیڈی! اب آپ مجھے یہ بھی کہیں گے کہ مجھے دولت کے لیے شادی کرنی چاہیے۔
سپیلڈنگ: امیر آدمی سے شادی کرنے میں کوئی حرج نہیں۔ تم نہ جانے کیوں اس سے خوفزادہ رہی ہو جو کہ میری سجھ سے بالا تر ہے۔ تاہم، میری خواہش صرف یہ ہے کہ تم کسی ایسے شخص سے شادی کرو جو محنت کرنے والا اور پرعزم ہو، ایک ایسا آدمی جو دنیا میں اپنی شناخت بنائے۔ وہ لڑکا نہیں جو ساری زندگی کھیت پر
بیٹھ کر مونگ پھلی اگانے کا ارادہ رکھتا ہو۔
ایلن: انگریزی اخروٹ۔
سپیلڈنگ: کیا تم میوی اصلاح کرنے سے باز آؤ گی؟
ایلن: لیکن، ڈیڈی، جان اخروٹ اگاتا ہے...
(جان بے ساختہ اندر داخل ہوتا ہے۔)
جان: باہر آؤ! جلدی! یہ اس طرف آرہا ہے۔ یہ یہاں اترنے والا ہے!

SPELDING: What's going to land?
JOHN: The spaceship. Look!
SPELDING: Apparently you didn't hear my broadcast. The flying object in question is a meteor not a spaceship.
(John has gone out with Ellen. Spelding and Mrs. Spelding follows.)
MRS. SPELDING: Oh, my! Look! Something is falling! Roger, you don't think it's going to hit the house, do you?
SPELDING: The odds against being hit by a falling object that size are, I should say, roughly, ten million to one.
JOHN: Ten million to one or not it's going to land right here, and it's not falling.
SPELDING: I'm sure it's a meteor.
MRS. SPELDING: Shouldn't we go down to the cellar?
SPELDING: If it's not a meteor, it's an optical illusion... mass hysteria.
ELLEN: Daddy, it's a real spaceship. I'm sure it is.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: کیا چیز زمین پن اترنے والی ہے؟
جان: خلائی جہاز۔ وہ دیکھو!
سپیلڈنگ: بظاہر تم نے میری نشریات نہیں سنی۔ زیر بحث ہوا میں اڑتی ہوئی شے ایک شہاب ثاقب ہے نہ کہ
کوئی خلائی جہاز۔
(جان ایلن کے ساتھ باہر چلا گیا ہے۔ اور اسپیلڈنگ اور مسز اسپیلڈنگ ان کے پیچھے جاتے ہیں۔)
مسز سپیلڈنگ: اوہ، میرے خدا! دیکھو! کوئی چیز گر رہی ہے! راجر، کیا آپ کو نہیں لگتا کہ یہ ہمارے گھر
سے ٹکرا جائے گی؟
 سپیلڈنگ: ایسی جسامت کی گرتی ہوئی چیز کا ٹکرانے کے خدشات عجیب ہے، مجھے لگتا ہے تقریباً ایک کڑور
میں سے ایک ہی ہو کوئی ۔
جان: ایک کڑور میں سے ایک ہو یا نہیں یہ یہاں اترنے والا ہے، اور یہ گر نہیں رہا ہے۔
سپیلڈنگ: مجھے یقین ہے کہ یہ ایک شہاب ثاقب ہے۔
مسز سپیلڈنگ: کیا ہمیں زیر زمین تہ خانے میں نہیں جانا چاہئے؟
سپیلڈنگ: اگر یہ شہاب ثاقب نہیں ہے، تو یہ ایک نظری وہم ہے... ماس ہسٹیریا۔
ایلن: ڈیڈی، یہ ایک واقعی اصلی خلائی جہاز ہے۔ مجھے تو یقین آ گیا ہے۔

SPELDING: Or maybe a weather balloon. Yes, that's what it is. General Powers said only yesterday …..
JOHN: It's landing!
SPELDING: I'm going to call the police... the Army! (Bolts inside.)
ELLEN: Oh look how it shines!
JOHN: Here it comes!
MRS. SPELDING: Right in my rose garden!
ELLEN: May be it's a balloon.
JOHN: No, it's a spaceship and right in your own backyard.
ELLEN: What makes it shine so?
JOHN: I don't know but I'm going to find out.
(Runs off towards the light.)
ELLEN: Oh, Darling, don't! John, please! John, John come back!
(Spelding wide-eyed returns.)
MRS. SPELDING: Roger, it's landed right in my rose garden.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: یا شاید کوئی موسمیاتی غبارہ ہے۔ جی ہاں، یہ وہی ہے.
جنرل پاورز نے کل ہی کہا تھا...
جان: وہ زمین پر اتر رہا ہے!
سپیلڈنگ: میں پولیس کو کال کرنے جا رہا ہوں... آرمی کو! (اندر سے کنڈی لگا لیتا ہے۔)
ایلن: اوہ دیکھو یہ کتنے خوبصورتی سے چمک رہی ہے!
جان: لو جی اتر گئی زمین پر!
مسز سپیلڈنگ: یہ تو بالکل میرے گلاب کے باغ میں اتری ہے!
ایلن: ہو سکتا ہے یہ ایک غبارہ ہی ہو۔
جان: نہیں، یہ ایک خلائی جہاز ہے اور آپ کے اپنے گھر کے پچھواڑے میں اترا ہے۔
ایلن: کیسے یہ اس طرح چمک رہا ہے؟
جان: مجھے علم نہیں لیکن میں پتہ لگانے جا رہا ہوں۔
(روشنی کی طرف بھاگتا ہے۔)
ایلن: اوہ، ڈارلنگ، مت جاؤ! جان، میں منت کرتی ہوں! جان، جان واپس آؤ!
(سپیلڈنگ واپس آتا ہے اور حیرت سے اسکی آنکھیں چوپٹ کھلی ہیں۔)
مسز سپیلڈنگ: راجر، یہ بالکل میرے گلاب کے باغ میں اترا ہے۔

SPELDING: I got General Powers. He's coming over. He said they've been watching this thing. They... they don't know what it is.
ELLEN: You mean it's nothing of ours?
SPELDING: They believe it... (Swallows hard)... it's from outer space.
ELLEN: And John's down there! Daddy, get a gun or something.
SPELDING: Perhaps we'd better leave the house until the army gets here.
ELLEN: We can't leave John.
SPELDING: I can. (Peers near-sightedly) Why, it's not much larger than a car. I'm sure it's some kind of meteor.
ELLEN: Meteors are blazing hot.
SPELDING: This is a cold one....
ELLEN: It's opening …….. The whole side's opening! (Shouts) John! Come back! Quick ...
MRS. SPELDING: Why, there's a man getting out of it (Sighs) I feel much better already. I'm sure if we ask him, he'll move that thing for us. Roger, you ask him.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: میری جنرل پاورز سے بات ہوگئی ہے۔ وہ ہمارے گھر آ رہے ہے۔ انہوں نے کہا کہ وہ اس چیز کو دیکھ رہے ہیں۔ وہ... وہ نہیں جانتے کہ یہ کیا ہے۔
ایلن: آپ کا مطلب ہے کہ یہ کوئی زمینی چیز نہیں ہے؟
سپیلڈنگ: وہ اس پر یقین رکھتے ہیں... (سختی سے نگلتے ہیں)... یہ چیز خلا سے آئی ہے۔
ایلن: اور جان وہاں باہر گیا ہے! ڈیڈی، بندوق یا کچھ اور لےآئیں۔
سپیلڈنگ: شاید یہی مناسب ہوگا کہ ہم اس وقت تک گھر چھوڑ دیں جب تک کہ فوج یہاں نہ پہنچ جائے۔
ایلن: ہم جان کو یہاں پر چھوڑ کر نہیں جا سکتے۔
سپیلڈنگ: میں جا سکتا ہوں۔ (آنکھوں کو سکیڑ کر دیکھتا ہے) کیوں، یہ ایک کار سے زیادہ بڑی نہیں ہے۔ مجھے یقین ہے کہ یہ کسی قسم کا شہاب ثاقب ہے۔
ایلن: شہاب ثاقب گرم دہکتے ہوۓ ہوتے ہیں۔
سپیلڈنگ: شاید کوئی ٹھنڈی قسم کا شہاب ثاقب ہے...
ایلن: یہ تو کھل رہا ہے ……..اسکا ایک جانب سے پورے کا پورا حصہ کھل رہا ہے! (چلا کر) جان! واپس آؤ! فورا...
مسز سپیلڈنگ: کمال ہے، ایک آدمی اس سے باہر نکل رہا ہے (سکون کا سانس لیتی ہیں) میں پہلے ہی بہت
بہتر محسوس کر رہی ہوں۔ مجھے یقین ہے کہ اگر ہم اس آدمی سے کہیں گے تو وہ اس چیز کو یہاں سے منتقل کر دے گا۔ راجر، تم اس سے کہو نا!

SPELDING: (Ominously) If it's really a man!
ELLEN: John's shaking hands with him. (Calls) John darling, come on up here...
MRS. SPELDING: And bring your friend.
SPELDING: There's something wrong with the way that creature looks... if it is a man and not a ... not a monster.
MRS. SPELDING: He looks perfectly nice to me.
(John and the visitor appear. The visitor is in his forties, a mild, pleasant- looking man with side-whiskers and dressed in the fashion of 1860. He pauses when he sees the three people, in silence, for a moment. They stare back at him, equally interested.)
VISITOR: I seem to've made a mistake. I am sorry. I'd better go back and start over again.
SPELDING: My dear sir, you've only just arrived. Come in, come in. I don't need to tell you what a pleasure this is ... Mister... Mister...
VISITOR: Kreton ... This is the wrong costume, isn't it?
SPELDING: Wrong for what?
KRETON: For the country, and the time.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: (خطرے کو بھانپتے ہوۓ) اگر یہ واقعی ایک آدمی (انسان) ہے!
ایلن: جان اس سے مصافحہ کر رہا ہے۔ (جان کو پکارتی ہے) جان ڈارلنگ، یہاں واپس آجاؤ...
مسز سپیلڈنگ: اور اپنے اس دوست کو بھی اپنے ساتھ لے آؤ
سپیلڈنگ: مخلوق کے دکھنے کے انداز میں کچھ گڑبڑ ہے... اگر وہ انسان ہے اور اگر نہیں ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ ۔ نہیں: کو بلا۔
مسز سپیلڈنگ: مجھے تو یہ بہت ہی بھلا آدمی لگتا ہے۔
(جان اور وہ سیاح اندر آتے ہیں۔ سیاح کی عمر چالیس کے لگ بھگ ہے، دھیمے مزاج کا، خوش باش آدمی ہے۔ چہرے پر بڑی قلمیں رکھی ہیں اور اس نے 1860 کے طرز کا لباس پہنا ہوا ہے۔ جب وہ ان تینوں لوگوں کو خاموشی سے دیکھتا ہے تو ایک لمحے کے لیے رک جاتا ہے اور خاموشی سے انہیں دیکھ رہا ہے۔ اتنی ہی دلچسپی سے وہ بھی اس کی طرف دیکھتے ہیں۔)
سیاح: لگتا ہے میں نے غلطی کی ہے۔ میں معافی چاہتا ہوں. بہتر ہے کہ میں واپس لوٹ جاؤں اور اپنا سفر دوبارہ شروع کروں۔
سپیلڈنگ: جناب عزیز من، آپ ابھی ابھی آئے ہیں۔ اندر آیۓ، اندر آیۓ۔ مجھے یہ بتانے کی ضرورت نہیں کہ
ہمیں کتنی خوشی ہوئی ہے...جناب...جناب... نام پوچھنا چاہتا ہوں۔
سیاح: کریٹن... یہ مناسب لباس نہیں ہے، ہے نا؟
سپیلڈنگ: کس لیے نا مناسب؟
 کریٹن: اس ملک اور دور کے لحاظ سے۔

SPELDING: Well, it's a trifle old-fashioned.
MRS. SPELDING: But really awfully handsome.
KRETON: Thank you.
MRS. SPELDING: (to husband) Ask him about moving that thing off my rose bed. 
(Spelding leads them all into living room.)
SPELDING: Come on in and sit down. You must be tired after your trip.
KRETON: Yes, I am a little (looks around delightedly) Oh, it's better than I'd hoped!
SPELDING: Better? What's better?
KRETON: The house... That's what you call it? Or is this an apartment?
SPELDING: This is a house in the State of Maryland, U.S.A.
KRETON: In the late 20th Century! To think is really the 20th Century. I must sit down a moment and collect myself. The real thing!
(He sits down.)
ELLEN: You... You're not an American, are you?
KRETON: What a nice thought! No, I'm not.
JOHN: You sound more English.
Urdu Translation
سپیلڈنگ: ٹھیک ہے،غرض یہ قدرے پرانی پرانی طرز کا لباس ہے۔
مسز. سپیلڈنگ: لیکن واقعی بہت ہی شاندار (لباس) ہے۔
کریٹن: شکریہ۔
مسز. سپیلڈنگ: (اپنے شوہر سے۔) اس سے کہو نا کہ میرے گلابوں کی کیاری سے اپنی وہ چیز کو ہٹالے۔
(سپیلڈنگ ان سب کو کمرے میں لے جاتا ہے۔)
سپیلڈنگ: اندر تشریف لایۓ اور بیٹھ جایۓ۔ آپ اپنے سفر کے بعد لازماّّ تھک چکے ہوں گے۔
کریٹن: ہاں، میں کچھ تھک سا گیا ہوں (خوشی سے ادھر ادھر دیکھتا ہے) واہ، یہ جگہ میری توقعات سے بھی بہتر ہے!
سپیلڈنگ: بہتر؟ کیا بہتر ہے؟
کریٹن: گھر... آپ اسے کیا کہتے ہیں؟ یا یہ اپارٹمنٹ ہے؟
سپیلڈنگ: یہ گھر امریکہ کی ریاست میری لینڈ میں واقع ہے۔
کریٹن: بیسویں صدی کے آخر میں! یہ سوچنا کہ واقعی یہ بیسویں صدی ہے۔ مجھے ایک لمحہ بیٹھ کر ابنے حواس بحال کرنا جاہیے۔ یہ واقعی حقیقت ہے! (وہ بیٹھ جاتا ہے۔)
ایلن: آپ... آپ امریکی نہیں ہیں، کیا آپ ہیں؟
کریٹن: کیا خوب سوچا آپ نے! نہیں میں نہیں ہوں.
جان: آپ کافی حد تک برطانوی لگتے ہو۔

KRETON: Do I? Is my accent very bad?
JOHN: No, it's quite good.
SPELDING: Where are you from, Mr. Kreton?
KRETON: (Evasively) Another place.
SPELDING: On this Earth, of course!
KRETON: No, not on this planet.
ELLEN: Are you from Mars?
KRETON: Oh dear no, not Mars. There's nobody on Mars ... at least no one I know.
ELLEN: I'm sure you're teasing us and this is all some kind of publicity stunt.
KRETON: No, I really am from another place.
SPELDING: I don't suppose you'd consent to my interviewing you on television?
KRETON: I don't think your authorities will like that. They are terribly upset as it is.
SPELDING: How do you know?
KRETON: Well, I ... pick up things. For instance, I know that in a few minutes a number of people from your army will be here to question me and they... like you... are torn by doubt.
SPELDING: How extraordinary!
Urdu Translation
کریٹن: کیا میں؟ کیا میرا لہجہ بہت خراب ہے؟
جان: نہیں، آپ کا لہجہ بہت اچھا ہے۔
سپیلڈنگ: آپ کہاں سے ہیں مسٹر کریٹن؟
کریٹن: (احتزازکرتے ہوۓ) کسی اور جگہ سے۔
سپیلڈنگ: اسی زمین پر، یقینا!
کریٹن: نہیں، اس سیارے پر نہیں ہے۔
ایلن: کیا آپ مریخ سے ہیں؟
کریٹن: نہیں میری عزیز!، مریخ نہیں۔ مریخ پر کوئی نہیں ہے... کم از کم جہاں تک میرا علم ہے کوئی نہیں رہتا وہاں۔
ایلن: مجھے یقین ہے کہ آپ ہمیں ستا رہے ہیں اور یہ سب کچھ ایک سنسنی خیز تشهیر ہے۔
کریٹن: نہیں، میں واقعی کسی اور جگہ سے آیا ہوں۔
سپیلڈنگ: مجھے نہیں لگتا کہ آپ ٹیلی ویژن پر مجھے انٹرویو دینے کے لیے رضامند ہوں گے؟
کریٹن: مجھے نہیں لگتا کہ آپ کے حکام کو یہ پسند آئے گا۔ اور حقیقت یہ ہے کہ وہ بہت پریشان ہیں۔
سپیلڈنگ: آپ کیسے جانتے ہیں؟
کریٹن: ٹھیک ہے، مجھے باتوں کا علم ہوجاتا ہے۔ مثال کے طور پر، میں جانتا ہوں کہ چند منٹوں میں آپ کی فوج کے بہت سے لوگ مجھ سے پوچھ گچھ کرنے کے لیے یہاں حاضر ہوں گے اور وہ لوگ... آپ کی طرح... شک وشہبات کا شکار ہیں۔
سپیلڈنگ: کتنا غیر معمولی بات ہے!

ELLEN: Why did you come here?
KRETON: Simply a visit to your small planet. I've been studying it for years. In fact, one might say, you people are my hobby. Especially, this period of your development.
JOHN: Are you the first person from your ... your planet to travel in space like this?
KRETON: Oh my no! Everyone travels who wants to. It's just that no one wants to visit you. I can't think, why. I always have. You'd be surprised what a thorough study I've made. (Recites) The planet, Earth, is divided into five continents with a number of large islands. It is mostly water. There is one moon. Civilization is only just beginning....
SPELDING: Just beginning! My dear sir, we have had....
KRETON: (Blandly) You are only in the initial stages, the most fascinating stages as far as I'm concerned... I do hope I don't sound patronizing.
ELLEN: Well, we are very proud.
KRETON: I know and that's one of your most endearing primitive traits. Oh, I can't believe I'm here at last!
(General Powers, a vigorous product of the National Guard, and his Aide enter.)
POWERS: All right folks. The place is surrounded by troops. Where is the monster?
KRETON: I, my dear General, am the monster.
POWERS: What are you dressed up for, a fancy-dress party?
KRETON: I'd hoped to be in the costume of the period. As you see I am about a hundred years too late.

Urdu Translation
ایلن: آپ یہاں کیوں آئیے ہیں؟
کریٹن: صرف آپ کے اس چھوٹے سے سیارے کی سیر کرنے آیا ہوں۔ میں برسوں سے اس سیارے کا مطالعہ کرتا رہا ہوں۔ درحقیقت، یہ بھی کہہ سکتے ہیں، آپ لوگ میرا مشغلہ ہیں. خاص طور پر، آپ کی ترقی کا یہ دور.
جان: کیا آپ اپنے ... اپنے سیارے سے اس طرح خلا میں سفر کرنے والے پہلے شخص ہیں؟
کریٹن: ارے نہیں بھئی! ہمارے سےارے سے ہر کوئی سفر کرتا ہے جو چاہتا ہے۔ بات صرف اتنی ہے کہ کوئی بھی آپ کے سیارے کی سیر کرنا نہیں چاہتا ہے۔ مجھے معلوم نہیں، کیوں؟ میں نے ہمیشہ خواہش کی ہے۔ آپ حیران ہوں گے کہ میں نے کتنا تفصیلی مطالعہ کیا ہے۔ (با آواز بلند بولتے ہوۓ جیسے کوئی یاد کی ہوئی چیز سنا رہا ہو) سیارہ، زمین، کئی بڑے جزیروں کے ساتھ پانچ براعظموں میں تقسیم ہے۔ یہاں زیادہ تر حصہ پانی پر مشتمل ہے۔ اسکا ایک چاند ہے۔ تہذیب کا محض آغاز ہوا ہے....
سپیلڈنگ: ابھی آغاز ہواہے! میرےعزیز صاحب، ہم مہذب ہو چکے ہیں ...
کریٹن: (بے شرمی سے) آپ صرف ابتدائی مراحل میں ہیں، میرے لحاظ سے اس سے زیادہ دلکش دور ابھی آنا ہے ... مجھے امید ہے کہ میرے انداز میں تکبر نہیں ہے۔
ایلن: ٹھیک ہے، ہمیں اپنے ترقی یافتہ ہونے پربہت فخر ہے۔
کریٹن: میں جانتا ہوں اور یہ آپ کی سب سے پیاری قدیم خصلتوں میں سے ایک ہے۔ اوہ، میں یقین نہیں کر سکتا کہ میں آخر میں یہاں پر ہوں!
(جنرل پاورز، جو نیشنل گارڈ کی ایک جوشیلی پیداوار (فوجی) ہے، اور اس کے ساتھ ایڈی داخل ہوتا ہے۔)
پاورز: ٹھیک ہے حضرات۔ اس جگہ کو فوج نے گھیرے میں لے لیا ہے۔ اور کہاں ہے وہ بلا؟
کریٹن: محترم، میرے پیارے جنرل، میں ہوں وہ بلا۔
پاورز: یہ لباس تم نے کیا کسی فینسی ڈریس پارٹی میں شرکت کے لیے پہن رکھا ہے؟
کریٹن: میں نے یہ لباس دور کی مناسبت سے پہنا چاہا رہا تھا۔ پر جیسا کہ آپ دیکھ رہے ہیں کہ میں تقریباً ایک سو سال بعد پہنچا ہوں۔