Bonku Babu’s Friend
Bonku Babu's Friend narrates the transformative encounter of a timid teacher, Bonku Babu, with an alien named Ang, leading him to rediscover his self-worth. Answer the following MCQs and questions & answers from the chapter.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What does Bonku Babu do?
2. Who was Bonku Babu's unexpected visitor?
3. What is the visitor's name?
4. How does Bonku Babu initially react to the visitor?
5. What does the visitor claim to be?
6. What unusual abilities does the visitor possess?
7. What does the visitor offer Bonku Babu?
8. Why does Bonku Babu ultimately reject the visitor's offer?
Reference to Context Questions
Every year, a new batch of students replaced the old one, but old or new, the tradition of teasing poor Bonku Babu continued among all the students. Some drew his cartoon on the blackboard; others put glue on his chair; or, on the night of Kali Puja, they lit a chasing rocket and set it off right behind him.
Question: Who is Ang and where is he from?
Answer: Ang claims to be from the planet Craneus and refers to himself as a ‘far superior being than humans’.
Question: How does Bonku Babu treat Ang?
Answer: Bonku Babu initially treats Ang with a mix of curiosity and fear, but gradually warms up to him. Over time, they become friends, and Ang influences changes in Bonku Babu's life.
I am Ang, from the planet Craneus. A far superior being than man.
Question: What do these lines tell about Bonku Babu?
Answer: These lines depict Bonku Babu as a recurring victim of teasing and pranks by his students. The repeated mention of 'every year, a new batch of students replaced the old one, but old or new, the tradition of teasing poor Bonku Babu continued' highlights his ongoing role as the target of their jokes.
Question: Did he change and get stronger in the story?
Answer: Yes, Bonku Babu experiences a notable transformation throughout the story. His encounter with the alien, Ug, acts as a catalyst for change. The friendship with Ang and the extraordinary experiences they share lead to a newfound confidence and self-worth in Bonku Babu.