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ইংরেজি ১ম পত্র (৩০)
Read the passage and answer the questions no: 1&2
Kuakata, locally known as Sagar kannya (Daughter of the sea) is a rare scenic spot located on the southernmost tip of
Bangladesh. Kuakata in Latachapli union under Kalapara police station of Patuakhali district is about 30 km in length
and 6 km in breadth It is 70 km from patuakhali district headquarters and 320 km from Dhaka An excellent
combination of the picturesque natural beauty, sandy beaches, blue sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the
Bay of Bengal and the evergreen forest makes kuakata a much sought after tourist destination. The name Kuakata
takes its origin from the story of a kua or well dug on the sea shore by the early Rakhaine settlers for collecting drinking
water. The Rakhaine had landed on Kuakata coast after being expelled from Arakan by the Mughals. Following the first
well, it became a tradition to dig wells in the neighborhood of Rakhaine homesteads
for fresh water supply
, Kuakata is
one of the unique spots which allow a visitor to watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the beach. That perhaps
makes Kuakata one of the world's most attractive beaches. The long and wide beach at Kuakata has a typical natural
setting. This sandy beach slopes gently into the Bay and bathing there is as pleasant as is swimming or diving.Kuakata
is truly a virgin beach and a sanctuary for migratory winter birds. Fishing boats plying in the Bay of Bengal with colourful
sails ,surfing waves and the lines of coconut trees add to the vibrant colours kuakata. The indigenous cultures of the
Rakaine community and hundred year old Buddhist temples indicate the age old tradition and cultural heritage of the
area Kuakata is also a holy land for the Hindus and Buddhists Each year thousands of devotees come here to attend
the festivals Rash Purnima and Maghi Purnima .On these two days, pilgrims take holy bath and enjoy going to the
traditional fairs.
1. Answer the following questions:
(a) Where does the name 'Kuakata' derive from?
(b) What do you know about the geographical description of Kuakata ?
(c) Who were expelled from Arakan and by whom?
(d) What is the holy land for Hindus and Buddhists?
(e) Describe the beauty of kuakata in your own words.
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Answer 1

Answer:

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