Essay on "Faisal Mosque"

 The Faisal Mosque is one of the most iconic landmarks of Islamabad, the capital city of Pakistan. It is one of the largest mosques in the world, and its unique architecture and beautiful design make it a must-visit destination for tourists from around the globe. In this essay, we will explore the history, design, and significance of the Faisal Mosque.

The Faisal Mosque was completed in 1986 and is named after King Faisal of Saudi Arabia, who donated funds for its construction. The mosque was designed by Turkish architect Vedat Dalokay and is located at the foot of the Margalla Hills, which provides a stunning backdrop for the mosque's beautiful design.

The mosque's architecture is a blend of traditional Islamic and modern styles, making it a unique and breathtaking structure. The mosque's design is inspired by the Bedouin tent, with a triangular prayer hall that can accommodate up to 100,000 worshippers. The mosque's white marble exterior is adorned with four towering minarets, which stand at a height of 88 meters, making them some of the tallest minarets in the world.

The interior of the mosque is equally impressive, with a grand prayer hall that is decorated with beautiful Islamic calligraphy and intricate tile work. The mosque's unique design and beautiful aesthetics make it a popular destination for tourists and locals alike, and it has become a symbol of the city's cultural and religious identity.

The significance of the Faisal Mosque extends beyond its architectural and aesthetic beauty. It is an important place of worship for Muslims in Pakistan and is a symbol of the country's strong ties with Saudi Arabia, which has provided significant support for the mosque's construction and maintenance. The mosque is also a symbol of unity and harmony, as it brings together Muslims from different backgrounds and cultures to worship together in one of the most beautiful and awe-inspiring structures in the world.

In conclusion, the Faisal Mosque is one of the most iconic landmarks of Islamabad and a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Pakistan. Its unique design, stunning aesthetics, and cultural significance make it an important symbol of the city's identity and a source of pride for Pakistanis around the world. Whether you are a tourist or a local, a visit to the Faisal Mosque is an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of the beauty and magnificence of Islamic architecture.

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Explanation of the Poem: On the Grasshopper and Cricket | John Keats

The Poetry of earth is never dead: When all the birds are faint with the hot sun, And hide in cooling trees, a voice will run From hedge to hedge about the new-mown mead; Explanation In the very start of this poem, the poet affirms that the ‘music of earth’ is not dead, but it is always going because it is live. Even at the time when all the singing birds are extremely tired in the hot summer season and take shelter under the shady branches of trees, the nature’s song can still be heard. You will hear a voice running from hedge to hedge around the newly-cut grasslands is that of a Grasshopper. That is the Grasshopper’s—he takes the lead In summer luxury,—he has never done With his delights; for when tired out with fun He rests at ease beneath some pleasant weed. Explanation In the previous stanza we learnt that a voice which runs from hedge to hedge around the newly cut grasslands is that of a Grasshopper. In this stanza, the poet tells us more about the grasshopper. He has the luxury of taking over the duty of everlasting song of earth in summer, as he is never filled with delights. The grasshopper is cheerful in summer season. He takes rest under the pleasant weeds only when he is ‘tired out with fun’. The poetry of earth is ceasing never: On a lone winter evening, when the frost Has wrought a silence, from the stove there shrills During the cold winter season, the birds are silent. There is complete silence on the frosty winter days. But the earth has its own way of expressing pleasure and joys. The song of a cricket can be heard which breaks this silence. So, the chilly atmosphere forces the cricket to seek warmth indoors but cannot stop his music. Rather, his music gets louder with time. The Cricket’s song, in warmth increasing ever, And seems to one in drowsiness half lost, The Grasshopper’s among some grassy hills. To a sleepy or drowsy man, the cricket’s song seems like the Grasshopper’s voice among some grassy hills. Here the poet means that people like to feel the warmth of summer even in bleak winter by mistaking the Cricket’s song for the Grasshopper’s.

Poem: Robin | Explanation | Questions Answers | Summary |The Main Message

Learning Objectives To explain the poem To summarize it To answer the questions Warm-up Questions Which birds sing sweetly? Which birds are colourful? Can you name any ten birds? Do birds live in one place all year long? What does migration mean? When do birds lay their eggs? Are all eggs the same? Robin sang sweetly When the days were bright: Thanks, thanks for summer,' He sang with all his might. Explanation Robin sang in a sweet manner when it was summer season. We enjoy the sweet song of Robin. He thanks the summer because he seems to love this season when the sun shines brightly. It sang with all his might. Here might means “strength”. He used all his strength to sing beautiful songs. Robin sang sweetly, In the autumn days, 'There are fruits for everyone; Let all give praise.'   Explanation Robin sings in every season. He sang sweet songs in autumn season. It is the season when the leaves fall from the trees and the fruits are ripe for everyone. Then he says that we should praise this season. In the cold and wintry weather, Still hear his song: Somebody must sing,' said Robin Or winter will seem long.’ Explanation Robin does not stop singing even in the very cold winter season. In spite of extreme cold we hear Robin singing. He said that if nobody sings any song, the winter season will certainly look long and boring. When the spring came back again, He sang, ‘I told you so! Keep on singing through the winter It will always go.’ Explanation Here we find that whatever was expected happened. This shows the hopefulness of Robin. When the spring came again, he sang in the same way. He advised that we should keep on singing. The winter season will not stay forever. It will certainly come to an end. Robin: A kind of singing bird Bright: Shiny; Sunny Autumn : the season before winter, when leaves fall from the treesMight : strengthPraise : thank (through worship); admireWintry : cold, like the winter season Qa. What are the four seasons? Ans. The four seasons are spring, summer, autumn, and winter. Qb. When does Robin sing with all his might? Ans. The Robin sings with all his might in the summer. Qc. What does Robin say about autumn? Ans. Robin says that in autumn there are fruits for everyone. We should give praise at this time. Qd. When can we still hear Robin's song? Ans. We can still hear Robin’s song in the cold and wintry weather. Qe. What does Robin say in the spring? Ans. In the spring, Robin says that he told us that winter would go away.. Qf. Do you think Robin is a happy bird? Why? Ans. Since Robin sings throughout the year, with a note of hope, he must be happy. Qg. Which of the following words best describe Robin? Say why. i. Careful ii. Clever iii. Hopeful iv. sorrowful Ans. “Hopeful” best describes Robin. He sings and is happy because he knows that spring will return even when the winter might seem cold and long. Robin is a beautiful poem written by an anonymous poet. The poet tells us that Robin sang in a sweet manner when it was summer season. We enjoy the sweet song of Robin who thanks the summer because he seems to love this season when the sun shines brightly. It sings with all his strength. Robin sings in every season. He sings sweet songs even in autumn season. It is the season when the leaves fall from the trees and the fruits are ripe for everyone. He says that we should praise this season. Robin does not stop singing even in very cold winter season. In spite of extreme cold we hear Robin singing. He says that if nobody sings any song, the winter season will certainly look long and boring.

Unit 2 - The Ransom of Red Chief l Questions Answers l Grade 6 English

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Poem: Robin by Anonymous Poet - Urdu Translation

English Poem

Urdu Translation

Poem: Robin Robin sang sweetly When the days were bright: 'Thanks, thanks for summer,' He sang with all his might. Robin sang sweetly, In the autumn days, 'There are fruits for everyone; Let all give praise.' In the cold and wintry weather, Still hear his song: 'Somebody must sing,' said Robin 'Or winter will seem long.' When the spring came back again, He sang, 'I told you so! Keep on singing through the winter It will always go.'

رابن رابن نے میٹھا گانا گایا جب دن روشن تھے: 'شکریہ ، گرمیوں کا شکریہ ،' اس نے اپنی پوری طاقت سے گایا۔ رابن نے پیاری سے گایا ، موسم خزاں کے دنوں میں ، 'ہر ایک کے لئے پھل ہوتے ہیں۔ سب تعریف کریں۔ ' سردی اور سردی کے موسم میں ، پھر بھی اس کا گانا سنیں: 'کسی کو ضرور گانا چاہئے' ، روبن نے کہا 'یا سردیوں کا موسم لمبا لگے گا۔' جب موسم بہار دوبارہ آیا ، اس نے گایا ، 'میں نے آپ کو ایسا ہی کہا تھا! سردیوں میں گاتے رہیں یہ ہمیشہ جاتا رہے گا۔ '

 

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Qa. How do the animals feel about the newcomer? What do you think is the main emotion in the poem?

Ans. No animal feels happy about the newcomer. They are all scared, shocked and suspicious about its intervention in their natural life. Each animal wants to warn the other animals of its kind as soon as possible. The main emotions or feelings in the poem are those of fear, suspicion, anticipation, awe, and surprise.

Qb. There are a lot of negatives in the poem. What is the effect of the word “no” repeated again and again?

Qc. What is meant by ‘Not even the wing of a ghost’? Does it mean that humans have never had wings?

Ans: The repetition of the word ‘no’ helps to paint a dark or negative picture. “No” shows the lack of identification of the newcomer’s personality. It brings out or reiterates the great difference between the unwelcome visitor and the other animals living in the wild world.

Ans: In the river, the humans ‘ignore the impassable dam: In the warren, they dig deeper than the animals ‘dare’ go. This tells us that they have abilities far grater than those of the other animals.

Ans: It means that the newcomer hasn’t even the slightest physical similarity with any sort of bird. It is completely wingless. In spite of having no wings and feather, it can fly higher than birds. Qd. What do the humans do in the river and in the warren? What do these actions tell us about the abilities of humans?

Qe. Do you think that this poem is fair to human beings?

Qf. Can you imagine the world in which humanity does not ‘kill, kill and kill’? What would this be like? Discuss in your class whether this would be a better world?

Ans: No, this is not fair to human beings who are said to be like killing machines. There are thousands of people who do their level best to protect nature and wildlife in their own regions. They even educate others for the welfare and protection of animals. It is true about half of the humans who are not kind towards animals and nature.

Ans: No, I can’t imagine an overpopulated world without killing or violence. Man is always busy in killing even men at one place or the other. If it is at peace, the world would be like paradise. Such a peaceful situation would be an ideal state for us.

Contents of English Book 1, Book 2, Book 3 and Goodbye Mr. Chips

                         

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CONTENTS OF ENGLISH SYLLABUS 

HSSC-2    

      English Book 2             

                                                                     

   PART - I

 1.The Dying Sun by Sir James Jeans (Original Text)

  2. Using the Scientific Method by Darrel Barnard& Lon Edwards (Original Text)

  3. Why Boys Fail in College by Herbet E. Hawkes (Original Text)

  4. End of Term by David Daiches (Original Text)

  5. On Destroying Books by J.C. Squaire (Original Text)

  6. The Man Who Was a Hospital by Jerome K. Jerome (Original Text)

  7. My Financial Career by Stephen Leacock (Original Text)

  8. China's Way to Progress by Galeazzo Santini

  9. Hunger and Population Explosion by Anna McKenzie

  10.The Jewel of the World by Philip K.Hitti

 

PART–II 

  11. First Year at Harrow by Sir Winston S. Churchill

  12. Hitch–Hiking Across the Sahara by G.F. Lamb

  13. Sir Alexander Fleming by Patrick Pringle

  14. Louis Pasteur by Margaret Avery

  15. Mustafa Kamal by Wilfrid F. Castle

NOVEL
Goodbye Mr. Chips (Original Text) 
RECOMMENDED REFERENCE BOOK
Intermediate English Book 2 & Goodbye Mr Chips
Punjab Textbook Board, Lahore

                                CONTENTS OF ENGLISH SYLLABUS For Class XI

                                             Short Stories

  1.        Button, Button
  2.        Clearing in the Sky
  3.        Dark they were, andGolden Eyed
  4.        Thank you, M’am
  5.        The Piece of String
  6.        The Reward
  7.        The Use of Force
  8.        The Gulistan of Sadi
  9.        The Foolish Quack
  10.       A Mild Attack of Locusts
  11.       I Have a Dream
  12.       The Gift of Magi
  13.       God be Praised
  14.       Overcoat
  15.       The Angel and The Author and Others

                                                                         Plays
   1.         Heat Lightning
  2.         Visit to a Small Planet
  3.         The Oyster and the Pearl
                                                                           Poems
  1.        The Rain
  2.        Night Mail
  3.        Loveliest of Trees, the Cherry Now
  4.        O Where are You Going?
  5.        In the Street of theFruit Stalls
  6.        Sindhi Women
  7.        Times
  8.        Ozymandias
  9.        The Feed
  10.       The Hollow Men
  11.       Leisure
  12.       Ruba’iyat
  13.       A Tale of Two Cities
  14.       My Neighbour Friend BreathingHis Last!
  15.       He Came to Know Himself
  16.       God’s Attributes
  17.       The Delight Song
  18.       Love – an Essence of All Religions
  19.       A Man of Words and Not of Deeds
  20.       In Broken Images

 

What is Business Intelligence?

If we talk about business, we are sure that everybody is not business minded and business minded people are the ones who should have knowledge about business intelligence. Then what is business intelligence? In fact, business intelligence (its abbreviated form is BI) is termed, according to wikipedia as "a set of techniques and tools for the acquisition and transformation of raw data into meaningful and useful information for business analysis purposes". What is are the main functions of business? It greatly depends on the specific objectives of an organization for different reasons which further depend on their specific circumstances and industry.

i. They are used 

                a. in manufacturing for order shipment and customer support, 

                b. in retail for user targeting and profiling, 

                c. in financial and banking services for claims and risk analysis, 

             d. in transportation for fleet management, in telecommunications for 
                   understanding customer drop-off rates, 

                e. and in power and utilities for power usage analysis.  

What does Business Intelligence provide us? 
Business Intelligence technologies provide historical, current 
and predictive views of business operations. 

The man common functions of business intelligence technologies are:
a. reporting, 
b. online analytical processing, 
c. analytics, 
d. data mining, 
e. process mining, 
f. complex event 
g. processing, 
h. business performance management, 
i. bench-marking, 
j. text mining, 
k. predictive analytics and 
l. prescriptive analytics. 
m. business decisions ranging from operational to strategic
n. basic operating decisions include 
o. product positioning or pricing 

Some Causes and Symptoms of Old Age

It is a fact universally admitted that man has to do one thing but hope is always there to live more and more. How will we come to know about aging process and the physical conditions? We all know that there are some causes which tell us about whether we should be call aged even at the some point of our life where we should not be supposed to be. But anyhow the following reasons which can indicate that we are falling victim to old age can be counted a lot:

1. The graying or whitening of the hair

2. Wrinkles on face

3. More than the normal routine slip or forgetfulness or absent-mindedness. 
It may not it a serious problem but it is one of the symptoms. Such as you put the keys and then you don't remember as to where you have kept them or you promise someone and then you totally forget it to fulfill.  This is the alarming situation. Minor or sporadic forgetfulness doesn't mean that you have become a victim of old age.

4. System disorders digestive 
Constipation can be numerous reasons for the use of medicines, food, more exercise, such as a trip to lesser amounts of fiber in the third or fourth decade of age and diabetes, etc., but, in fact, fit in old age is a sign of lack of speed. To counter this, more and more fruit and vegetables as part of their diet and daily use water in large quantities because it is cause of suffer from constipation also.

5. Loss of brightness in skin
To be like the brightness of the skin is another indicator of premature old age. This may be the result of some kidney problem.  especially in the form of women this age seems to show quite large.

6. Abnormal redness in eyes 
May be appropriate not to relax or sit in front of the computer all day be red eyes but do you know that it can cause diseases of the joints, which can spread to the entire body rising. If your eyes are red and dry joints rash complaint would be the best way to contact a doctor.

7. Dry mouth
Do you rise in the morning, you feel dryness in your mouth and sometimes pain in throat? If it has become normal, it just may be the cause of various problems, not thirst. It can also cause a type of smoking and diseases.

8. Pain in Joints
Many different conditions can lead to painful joints, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, bursitis, gout, strains, sprains, and other injuries. Joint pain is extremely common. In one national survey, about one-third of adults reported having joint pain within the past 30 days. Knee pain was the most common complaint, followed by shoulder and hip pain, but joint pain can affect any part of your body, from your ankles and feet to your shoulders and hands. As you get older, painful joints become increasingly more common.

But you need not worry about it. Go to your doctor and take advice and follow it. Never forget your daily exercise.