Class 9 English - BIHAR
Prose: The Bond of Love
The Bond of Love by Kenneth Anderson is a touching prose piece from the Class 9 Bihar Board English textbook (Panorama Part 1). It narrates the emotional bond between the author's wife and a sloth bear named Bruno, whom they rescued and raised as a pet. The chapter highlights animal emotions, love, and the pain of separation when Bruno had to be sent to a zoo. For BSEB exams, this chapter is crucial for testing reading comprehension, character analysis, and understanding themes of compassion and empathy towards animals.
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Rescue of Bruno
The author finds a baby sloth bear in the sugarcane fields of Mysore and presents it as a gift to his wife, who names him Bruno.
Bruno's Growth and Mischief
Bruno grows rapidly, develops a great appetite for diverse foods, and becomes a affectionate yet mischievous pet who plays tricks on other pets.
Accidents and Safety
Bruno accidentally consumes barium carbonate (poison) meant for rats and later old engine oil, but he is miraculously saved both times by veterinary treatment.
Separation and Distress
As Bruno grows too large, he is safely sent to the Mysore Zoo, where both Bruno and the author's wife suffer deeply from separation anxiety.
Reunion and Return
After three months, the author's wife visits the zoo, and Bruno immediately recognizes her through his cage, leading to a joyful reunion and his eventual return home.
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Board Exam Info
In the Bihar (BSEB) Class 9 English examinations, this chapter typically carries around 4 to 8 marks. Questions usually include objective multiple-choice questions about the story events, short answer questions regarding Bruno's mischief and the zoo visit, and long-answer questions focusing on the theme of love and compassion between humans and animals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How did Bruno come to live with the author's family?
Bruno was rescued by the author from a sugarcane field where he had been accidentally shot at by the author's companions.
Why was Bruno sent away to the zoo?
Bruno grew up to become a large sloth bear, and it was no longer safe or practical to keep him in a domestic household.
How did Bruno react when he met the author's wife at the zoo?
Bruno recognized her immediately even after three months, stood on his head in excitement, and wept with joy.
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