Notes Class 9 Chapter 4.1 Kumarbharati English Maharashtra Board

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Please Listen!

Type: Poem (Free Verse)

Author: Unknown

Key Concepts

What the Speaker Wants:

• To be listened to, not advised.
• To be understood, not judged.
• To be accepted, not fixed.

Feelings Expressed by the Speaker

• Hurt when someone gives advice instead of listening.
• Frustrated when told how they “should” feel.
• Discouraged, but not helpless.
• Wants respect for their feelings.

What the Listener Should Do

• Just listen without interrupting.
• Accept the speaker’s feelings even if they don’t make sense.
• Be patient and wait for their turn to talk.

What the Listener Should NOT Do

• Do not give advice quickly.
• Do not solve the speaker’s problem unless asked.
• Do not correct their feelings or reactions.

 Speaker’s Beliefs

• Advice is easy and cheap; real listening is rare.
• People are not helpless-they may be struggling, but they can improve.
• Doing things for someone else can make them feel inadequate (not good enough).
• Understanding emotions is more important than fixing them.

 Important Comparisons

• Speaker compares a good listener to God who is silent and listens without giving advice.
• Emphasizes that silence and presence are more powerful than words.

 Why Listening Matters

• Listening shows respect and care.
• It helps the speaker understand themselves better.
• Makes the speaker feel safe and supported.
• Helps to solve emotional problems without external help.

 Language Style

• Poem is written in colloquial (everyday) language.
• Tone is friendly, emotional, and personal.
• No rhyme or fixed rhythm – it’s in Free Verse.

 Words to Know