Hafiz Mian by Paritosh Sen - Class 7 Question-Answers
Hafiz Mian by Paritosh Sen Short Summary:
The story is about a talented tailor, Hafiz Mian, who makes a coat for a wealthy nobleman's son (Nawabzada). A young boy narrates how Hafiz Mian skillfully cuts and stitches the coat without taking measurements. The boy is amazed by Hafiz Mian's confidence and expertise. Finally, the coat fits perfectly, and the Nawabzada is pleased.
Hafiz Mian Q-A
Who was Hafiz Mian?
Hafiz Mian was an expert tailor who lived at Zindabahar Lane.
What outstanding qualities did Hafiz Mian have?
Hafiz Mian was a tailor, who always made custom-fitted suits that required no further trials or estimations.
From where did the narrator witness the interesting event? Which time of the day it was?
From their balcony on the first floor the narrator witnessed the interesting event.
It was afternoon.
What kind of vehicle did the narrator see in front of Hafiz Mian's shop?
In front of Hafiz Mian's shop, the narrator saw a Ford Convertible car with a tarpaulin hood.
Where was Hafiz Mian's shop?
Hafiz Mian's shop on Zindabahar lane.
Why was the narrator interested to see the passenger under the hood of the car?
The narrator was interested to see the passenger under the car's hood because a car was a very rare sight in their lane. He was curious to know what kind of important and wealthy person would visit Hafiz Mian's shop.
What did Hafiz Mian do to the sight of the visitor? / What was Hafiz Mian’s reaction to seeing the passenger?
The sight of the visitor brought Hafiz Mian to his feet and he hurriedly did a respectful as salam alaikum.
Describe the visitor.
The visitor was a fair-complexioned young man in a bright red fez cap and ghee-coloured silk achkan. He has a brown beard, yet he looks kind of feminine.
What was the visitor's demand for Hafiz Mian? / What did the visitor ask Hafiz Mian to make? / Why did the visitor come to Hafiz Mian's hop?
The visitor handed fabric to Hafiz Mian and asked him to make a coat for him with that fabric.
What was wrong with Hafiz Mian that day?
That day, Hafiz Mian was suffering from a stomach ailment and had also caught a cold, which had affected his voice. He was in a foul mood, as evidenced by his continuous tirade against Kallu throughout the day.
Why did Nawabzada leave even though he was nonplussed with Hafiz Mian's request?
Nawabzada left, even though he was puzzled by Hafiz Mian's request. In the tailor's feeble voice, he sensed the authority of long experience and expertise. There was something in it that obviously suggested to the nawabzada that Hafiz Mian wanted him to leave because he was feeling unwell.
Why was the Nawabzada surprised when Hafiz Mian told him to come back after three days for the trial?
Nawabzada was surprised when Hafiz Mian told him to come back after three days for the trial because Hafiz Mian didn't take his measurements at all.
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What astonished Nawabzada? / How was Nawabzada feeling initially? Why?
The Nawabzada was astonished when Hafiz Mian told him to come back after three days for the trial and then he did not even take any measurements yet.
Why was the narrator panic-stricken?
The narrator was panic-stricken because Hafiz Mian, the tailor, cut the fabric for the Nawabzada's coat without taking measurements. The narrator feared that Hafiz Mian may make any mistake and face heavy consequences.
What thoughts came to the narrator’s mind when he saw Hafiz Mian cut the coat?
When Hafiz Mian cut the coat, the narrator wondered if he was just a tailor or a talented artist. He thought Hafiz was very bold to cut the fabric without measurements. The narrator worried that Hafiz might make a mistake, like cutting the sleeve too short or the back too long, and that the nawabzada might reject the coat. He even questioned if Hafiz had a special gift or was simply being reckless.
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The narrator thought Hafiz Mian had made a mistake and was worried that the coat wouldn’t turn out well, which could lead to trouble.
How was Hafiz Mian cutting the fabric?
Hafiz Mian began by drawing straight and curved lines on the fabric with a piece of coloured chalk, pausing frequently to close his eyes and visualize Nawabzada's figure. Then, with slender fingers, he carefully applied scissors along the chalk marks, standing up periodically to examine his work.
What did the narrator see on the third day at Hafiz Mian's shop?
On the third day at Hafiz Mian's shop, the narrator noticed that Hafiz Mian seemed completely unbothered. He was sitting near the door, wearing a blue and brown lungi and a dirty pink vest, engrossed in a detailed discussion about the pedigree of pigeons with another person.
Why did the narrator come up at the balcony on the third day?
On the third day, the narrator went up to the balcony, determined not to miss the fun, or rather to see how Nawabzada's coat turned out. It was made without taking any measurements, and the narrator wondered what kind of wonder Hafiz Mian had performed.
Why was Hafiz Mian confident about giving the coat to the Nawabzada for trial?
Hafiz Mian was confident because he knew he was an expert tailor and had done a perfect job on the coat.
What was the reaction of the narrator and the Nawabzada to Hafiz Mian’s work?
Both the narrator and the Nawabzada were very impressed with Hafiz Mian’s work. The Nawabzada, who had doubts, was happy with the coat, and the narrator was relieved.
What was Nawabzada's reaction to the trail of his coat?
Nawabzada was so surprised that he could not believe his eyes. He stood frozen, like a statue in front of the mirror.
What was Nawabzada's reaction to seeing his coat?
Nawabzada was so surprised that he could not believe his eyes. He stood frozen, like a statue in front of the mirror. When Hafiz Mian took the coat off after marking, Nawabzada was still too stunned to speak. Even as he proceeded to the car, he turned to the master tailor, Hafiz Mian, and mumbled with a smile, "Kamaal, Kamaal, gazab, gazab!"
How do you think the narrator was related to Hafiz Mian? Justify your answer.
Hafiz Mian Reference to the Context
1. 'Please leave the material and come back after three days for a trial'
a. Name the speaker and the person spoke to.
b. How is the person spoken to described in the story?
c. What material did the person leave with the speaker and for what purpose?
d. In which vehicle did the person come in?
e. What had happened to the speaker that particular day?
f. What did the person reply to the speaker's that particular day?
Answer:
a) The speaker was Hafiz Mian. He spoke to Nawabzada.
b) Nawabzada was described as a fair-complexioned young man in a bright red fez cap and ghee-coloured silk achkan. He has a brown beard, yet he looks kind of feminine.
c) Nawabzada left a piece of woollen cloth with the Speaker because he wanted Hafiz Mia to make a coat for him.
d) The person came in a Ford Convertible car with a tarpaulin hood.
e) That particular day, Hafiz Mian was suffering from a stomach ailment and had also caught a cold, which had affected his voice. He was in a foul mood, as evidenced by his continuous tirade against Kallu throughout the day.
f) Nawabzada was surprized and replied the speaker in a stammering voice that Hafiz Mian had not taken the measurement yet, how could he talk of a trial.
2. 'This tailor is trying to pull my leg,' he must have thought.
a. Name and describe the tailor.
b. Who is 'he' in the extract?
c. Why did he think the tailor was trying to pull his leg?
d. What did he do thereafter?
e. What did the tailor do the next morning?
f. How did he manage to get the task completed?
Answer:
a) The tailor's name was Hafiz Mian. He is portrayed as a skilled tailor who can create perfectly fitted garments without measurements or the need for further adjustments. His true passion, however, lies in flying pigeons.
b) In the extract, 'he' is referred to Nawabzada.
c) The narrator imaged that Nawabzada must have thought the tailor was trying to pull his leg because Hafiz Mian told him to come back after three days for the trial but he did not even take necessary measurements for his coat.
d) Thereafter, Nawabzada got into the car and drove off.
e) The next morning, the tailor, Hafiz Mian began by drawing straight and curved lines on the fabric with a piece of coloured chalk, pausing frequently to close his eyes and visualize Nawabzada's figure. Then, with slender fingers, he carefully applied scissors along the chalk marks, standing up periodically to examine his work.
f) Hafiz Mian finished the Nawabzada’s coat using his extraordinary skill and experience as a tailor. Despite not taking any measurements, Hafiz Mian relied on his keen eye and years of tailoring expertise to cut and stitch the fabric with confidence. When Nawabzada was giving a trail for the coat, Hafiz Mian drew some signs on the coat and placed pins on the marked spots. After a couple of hours, the coat was neatly folded and pressed and delivered to Nawabzada’s place.
3. 'Kamaal, Kamaal, gazab, gazab.'
a. Who said these words and what do they mean?
b. What prompted the person to say these words?
c. What had the master tailor just done to invite such a response?
d. What reaction do we get from the narrator about the master tailor's work? Why?
e. Why did the speaker frown earlier?
f. What do you think was going on in the speaker's mind earlier? Why?
Answer:
a) Nawabzada said these words. They means Amazing or Unbelievable.
b) The tailor, Hafiz Mian totally astonished Nawabzada with his skill in making perfectly fit coat for him. So, the speaker said those words.
c) The tailor, Hafiz Mian, finished the Nawabzada's coat using his extraordinary skill, keen eyes, and experience. He made the coat perfectly fit for Nawabzada without taking any measurements.
d) The narrator, is filled with awe and admiration after seeing the master tailor's work. He is amazed by how perfectly the coat fits the Nawabzada, despite the fact that Hafiz Mian did not take any measurements. The narrator marvels at the tailor’s confidence and skill, realizing that Hafiz Mian's expertise and years of experience allowed him to create the coat flawlessly. This moment leaves a lasting impression on the narrator.
e) The Nawabzada was frowning because he was not hopeful about the coat that Hafiz Mian had made for him without taking any measurements. He felt uncertain and lacked confidence in Hafiz Mian's ability to deliver a well-fitted garment. Additionally, Hafiz Mian's nonchalant attitude contributed to the Nawabzada's skepticism, leaving him apprehensive about the outcome before trying on the coat.
f) At that time, the Nawabzada must have been feeling a mix of skepticism, anxiety, and frustration. His frown reflected his doubt about Hafiz Mian's unconventional method of making the coat without taking measurements, leading him to question the tailor's skills and experience. He likely felt apprehensive about whether the coat would fit properly, as he was used to high standards and expected perfection.
Hafiz Mian Complete The Sentences:
One afternoon a Ford ________________________________________
In spite of his __________________________________________
The tailor's voice though ______________________________________
Hafiz Mian greeted his __________________________________
Before getting in car, ____________________________________
