Poem 9 BUTTOO KSEEB SSLC CLASS 10 ENGLISH SOLUTIONS
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Poem 9 BUTTOO KSEEB SSLC CLASS 10 ENGLISH SOLUTIONS
II.COMPREHENSION QUESTIONS :
A.Answer the following questions briefly.
- Why had Buttoo gone to Dronacharya?
– To learn archery from him.
– He came seeking knowledge and skill, not wealth or status.
- How did Drona respond to Buttoo’s request?
– Drona tested Buttoo’s dedication and loyalty.
– He asked for Buttoo’s right-hand thumb as gurudakshina.
- I came here to learn ‘thy science’, says Buttoo? What does ‘thy science’ refer to?
– It refers to the knowledge and skills of archery taught by Dronacharya.
- Why did Buttoo revere Drona as his master?
– Because Drona was exceptionally skilled in archery.
– Buttoo saw Drona as his inspiration and source of knowledge.
- Buttoo says “All that I have, all I shall conquer by my skill, gladly shall I to thee resign.” This shows Buttoo’s
– a) reverence to Drona**
– He acknowledges Drona’s influence and promises to dedicate his achievements to him.
- “Rash promise ever ends in strife.” By saying this Drona is
– a) warning Buttoo of unpleasant consequences
– Drona cautions Buttoo about the potential consequences of making hasty promises.
- What did Drona seek from Buttoo as recompense?
– Drona asked for Buttoo’s right-hand thumb.
8.What justification did Drona give for his unfair demand?
– Drona believed it was to maintain his reputation as a teacher of unparalleled skill.
- “Buttoo”, a small extract from a very long poem, is composed in an Epic form. It makes use of archaic words like “unto”, “thee” (line 1). Pick out the other archaic words from this extract.
– Words like “pelf”, “revere”, “resign”, “swear”, “strife” are archaic.
- The poem makes use of the dialogue form. The two speakers in the poem are Drona and Buttoo. Identify the lines/passages spoken by each of them:
– Drona speaks in lines: 12-36.
– Buttoo speaks in lines: 1-11, 37-40.
B.Close Study
Read the following extracts carefully. Discuss in pairs and then write the answers to the questions given below them:
1.“I press for this sad recompense,” says Drona.
a.What does “sad recompense” refer to?
– Drona asked for Buttoo’s right-hand thumb as gurudakshina (teacher’s fee).
b.What does it tell us about Drona?
– Drona values selflessness and loyalty more than personal gain.
c.If it was “sad recompense,” why did Drona demand it?
– Drona demanded it to test Buttoo’s loyalty and as a symbolic token of his devotion as a student.
2.“The severed thumb was on the sod There was no tear in Buttoo’s eye.”
a.Why was the thumb severed?
– Buttoo agreed to fulfill Drona’s request for his thumb as promised, showcasing his unwavering dedication.
b.Why was there no tear in Buttoo’s eye?
– Buttoo remained steadfast and showed resilience, accepting the consequence without showing emotional weakness.
c.What does it tell you about Buttoo?
– Buttoo demonstrates profound loyalty and courage, placing duty above personal suffering.
III. PARAGRAPH WRITING :
1.Discuss in pairs the great qualities of Buttoo and write down any five:
ANSWER;
Buttoo, in the poem, exhibits admirable qualities:
– Loyalty:He remains devoted to his master, Dronacharya, seeking to learn from him despite his humble background.
-Respect: Buttoo reveres Dronacharya as his guru and acknowledges him as a great archer.
-Selflessness: He promises to give anything his master asks as gurudakshina, showing his readiness to sacrifice.
-Courage: Buttoo demonstrates bravery by fulfilling his promise without hesitation, offering his thumb despite the pain.
– Faith: He accepts Dronacharya’s demand calmly, leaving the outcome to his fate or God.
2.Discuss the following in groups of four each and write in a paragraph: Was Drona unfair in his demand?
ANSWER;
Considering Dronacharya’s demand for Buttoo’s thumb as gurudakshina:
– Dronacharya’s request can be seen as a test of Buttoo’s loyalty and devotion.
– It reflects the traditional guru-shishya relationship where gurudakshina symbolizes the disciple’s gratitude and commitment.
– However, some may argue that the demand was extreme, considering the physical sacrifice demanded from Buttoo.
– Ultimately, the fairness of Dronacharya’s demand lies in the context of ancient traditions and the moral lessons imparted through such stories.