ইংরেজী ১ম পত্র প্রশ্ন

(1) Context: The lines describe a boy whose childhood has been taken away by poverty. From the time he was old enough to understand the world, he has been forced to carry the burden of adult labour.

Explanation: The phrase 'Doing a man's work' means that the boy shoulders responsibilities and hard physical work that belong to grown-up men. The phrase 'though a child at heart' shows the contrast: in his feelings, innocence and wishes he is still a child who longs for play, affection and learning. The contrast between his small age and heavy work stirs the reader's sympathy. The lines therefore criticise child labour and the social conditions that rob children of their childhood.