MAIN IDEA:-
The poem “The Snail” describes the simple and slow life of a snail. The poet observes how the snail carries its house (shell) on its back and moves very slowly from place to place.
The snail is shown as a patient and independent creature. It does not depend on anyone for shelter because it always carries its home with it. It moves carefully and calmly, never in a hurry, and remains safe in all situations.
The poem also highlights that the snail is self-sufficient. It does not need to worry about weather or danger because its shell protects it like a house. Even when it sleeps, it stays safe inside its shell.
Through the snail’s life, the poet teaches us a lesson about simplicity, patience, and self-reliance. It shows that even a small creature can live a peaceful and secure life by being independent.
1. Important Word Meanings
| Word | Meaning (English) | Meaning (Bengali) |
|---|---|---|
| Sticks close | clings, adheres | শক্তভাবে লেগে থাকা |
| Secure | safe, protected | নিরাপদ |
| Imminent | near, approaching | আসন্ন |
| Betides | happens, occurs | ঘটে |
| Harm | injury, damage | ক্ষতি |
| Slightest | tiniest, least | সামান্যতম |
| Self-collecting | self-controlled, composed | নিজেকে সামলে নেওয়া |
| Shrinks | withdraws, curls up | সঙ্কুচিত হয় |
| Displeasure | annoyance | অসন্তোষ |
| Dwells | lives, resides | বাস করে |
| Chattels | belongings | সম্পত্তি / জিনিসপত্র |
| Satisfied | content | সন্তুষ্ট |
| Hermit-like | solitary | সন্ন্যাসীর মতো একাকী |
| Banquet | feast | ভোজ |
| Feeds | eats | খায় |
| Faster | more quickly | আরও দ্রুত |
| Seeks | searches | খোঁজে |
| Combined | joined | একত্রিত |
| Fails | cannot succeed | ব্যর্থ হয় |
| Master | owner | মালিক |
2. MCQ Answers
- Snail shrinks with slightest touch into house with → Displeasure
- Snail lives in house with → No one (alone)
- Snail sticks close to → Leaf / wall / surface
- Snail is → Fearless
- “Betides” means → Happens
- Snail feels inside house → Secure / satisfied / comfortable
- Snail lives like a → Hermit
3. True / False
- The snail fears to fall from the wall → ❌ False
✔ “nor fears to fall” - The snail comes out during a storm → ❌ False
✔ “within that house secure he hides”
4. Short Answers
Q1. What does the snail usually stick itself to?
✔ The snail usually sticks closely to grass, leaves, fruits, or walls.
Q2. What makes the snail well-satisfied?
✔ The snail is well-satisfied because it is self-sufficient and lives independently in its own shell without needing others. It considers its shell as its complete world.
