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Suggestion : Examination 2018  English Second Paper 395

Suggestion
All Boards  Probable Questions for HSC Examination 2018
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bZzb KvwiKyjvg I bÁ¼i e¥Ÿb AbymvGi BsGiwR 2q cGòi Grammar-‰ 60 ‰es Composition-‰ 40
bÁ¼i ^vKGe| NCTB cÉYxZ bZzb bgybv cÉk²cGòi cy›Lvbcy›L AbymiGY ‰es KÅvGWUmn
Õ¼bvgabÅ KGjGRi wbeÆvPwb cixÞvi cÉk²cò weGkÏlGYi AvGjvGK ‰ mvGRkGbi Test Item-
àGjv cÉYqb Kiv nGqGQ|

Part A : Grammar 60 Marks 3. Fill in the blanks in the following text with
articles as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks:
Question No 
1-12 Grammar 60 — [RB-2017]
‰B AskwU gyLÕ©wbfÆi bq; eÅvcK Truthfulness is (a) — greatest of all (b) — virtues
AbykxjbwbfÆi| hZ ˆewk Abykxjb KiGe, ZZ which makes (c) — man really great. If we do not
ˆewk mdjZv jvf KiGe| cultivate the habit of speaking (d) — truth, we
‰Z`mGî½I ˆkl gynƒGZÆi cÉÕ§wZi RGbÅ cannot command (e) — confidence of others. (f) —
wbÁ²wjwLZ Grammar items- àGjv msGhvRb Kiv man whom nobody believes can never be great in
nGjv hv cixÞv-cÉÕ§wZGZ ˆZvgvG`i kZfvM life. We might succeed once or twice by telling (g)
mdjZv eGq AvbGe| ˆZvgvG`i P„ov¯¦ — lie but it never brings a good result. (h) — lie
never lies hidden. Today or tomorrow it comes to
mdjZvB AvgvG`i ‰Kv¯¦ KvgÅ|
light. Then (i) — real character of (j) — liar is
revealed and nobody believes him.
Question No  1 Fill in the blanks in the following 4. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
texts with articles (a/ an/ the) as necessary. Some of
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks:
the blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () — [DjB-2017]
in those blanks. 0.510=5 What (a) — surprise it was! Robin got (b) — first
1. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles prize in (c) — competition. I was really (d) —
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not amazed at his success. Of course he was trained by
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: (e) — expert coach for (f) — time. He always
— [DB-2017] obeyed (g) — instructions given by (h) — coach.
Patriotism is (a) — noble virtue. It inspires (b) — Even he was not found outside (i) — camp during

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man to dedicate his life for the freedom of his (c) — practice session. (j) — boy like him is always
country. (d) — man without patriotism is no better appreciated by people.
than (e) — beast. A true patriot is honoured by (f) 5. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles
— his countrymen. He thinks for (g) — betterment (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
of his country. On (h) — the contrary (i) — require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks:
unpatriotic man thinks only of his own interest. — [JB-2017]
Those who die for (j) — country are true patriots. The process of learning may very well be compared
2. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles to (a) — undertaking of a journey. The learner or
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not the student is (b) — journey taker or traveller. Just
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: as a traveller has to undergo all (c) — botheration of
— [CB-2017] buying his ticket, booking his baggage, showing up
In (a) — last 25 years (b) — world has lost one- his ticket, taking core of things, boarding a train or a
third of its natural wealth, according to (c) — bus and suffering every other item of (d) — tedious
international conservation organization world wild journey to reach his (e) — destination, so a learner
fund. (d) — earth's forest, wetlands, seas and coasts has to mange his learning affair himself. It is (f) —
are in (e) — worse state today than they were labourious process and no one can do (g) — labour
before. Forests are cut down. Moreover, they are for him and no one else can undertake (h) —
being burnt indiscriminately resulting in (f) — journey for another. There is no trick or magic in it.
increase in carbon-di-oxide and ultimately in (g) —
It cannot be enquired at second hand. Just as a
water level rising as a consequence of global
traveller, he can enquire here and there in case of
warming. It is anticipated that (h) — new century
doubt and difficulty. However, the journey is (i) —
will face (i) — overwhelming environmental (j) —
passenger’s own concern. In (j) — same way,
catastrophe.
learning is entirely the concern of the student or the
learner.

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6. Fill in the blanks with articles. Use a cross () mark contributed much to (j) — development of Bengali
where an article is not necessary. [CtgB-2017] literature.
‘Rifle Roti Aurat’ is (a) — first Bengali novel on (b) 10. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
— Liberation War of Bangladesh. This unique
require an article. Put a cross () in those blanks : —
novel is written by Anwar Pasha, (c) — Professor of
[CB-2016]
Bangla department at Dhaka University. He wrote
My mother is (a) — ideal housewife. She is (b) —
this (d) — novel between April and June in 1971.
affectionate lady. She manages (c) — family very
The main characters in this novel is Sudipta
nicely. She hopes to see me happy at (d) — cost of
Shaheen who shares his dream of (e) — new her own life. She does not enjoy (e) — wink of
country. Professor Anwar Pasha was picked up from sleep if I fall sick. She is very kind to (f) — poor.
his Dhaka University residence two days before (f) She is also (g) — very religious lady. She advises us
— victory. Sensing imminent defeat, the members to follow (h) — path of truth and honesty. (i) —
of (g) — notorious killing squad Al-Badr picked up woman like her is very rare. She bears a good moral
(h) — novelist Anwar Pasha and many other (j) — character.
intellectuals and brutally killed them. According to 11. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles
(i) — Banglapedia, around 991 academics, 13 (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
journalists, 49 physicians, 42 lawyers, and 16 other require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks:—
intellectuals were killed during (j) — Liberation [RB-2016]
War of Bangladesh. Every student wants to do better in (a) —
7. Fill in the blanks in the following text with examination. But it is not (b) — easy work. (c) —
articles as necessary. Some of the blanks may not student has to do something for this. From (d) —
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: very beginning he must be serious. He should read (e)
— [SB-2017] — texts again and again. He must not memorize (f)
Robi is (a) — indigent boy. He comes of (b) — — answer without knowing the meaning. He must
needy family. But he is diligent and upright. He has not make notes from (g) — common source. He
(c) — unique vision for life. He believes that should have a good (h) — command over English.
honesty is (d) — key to success. Moreover, he has
(e) — deep sense of patriotism. Being imbued with By doing all these things (i) — student can hope to
these ideals, he shapes (f) — dream of his life. From make a good (j) — result.
(g) — dawn to dusk, he works hard. He never 12. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with articles
squanders time, wastes money and dissipates (h) — (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
energy. His only aim is to reach (i) — apex of require an article. Put a cross mark (×) in those
success. We need (j) — ideal boy like Robi. blanks:— [DjB-2016]
8. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles (a)  morning walk is a good habit for all classes of
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(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not people. It is (b)  simple exercise and good for
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: health and (c)  mentality. In the morning (d) 
— [BB-2017]
air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and
Truthfulness is (a) — greatest of all (b) — virtues
which makes (c) — person really great. If we do not pollution. This pure (e)  environment makes an
cultivate (d) — habit of speaking (e) — truth, we effect on (f)  walker's health and mind when (g)
cannot command (f) — trust of others. The man  man enjoys (h)  beauties and solemnity of (i)
whom nobody believes can never be famous in life.  nature in (j)  morning.
It may be that we may succeed once or twice by 13. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with articles
telling (g) — lie but it never brings about (h) — (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
good result. A lie never lies hidden. Today or require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks:
tomorrow it comes to light. Then (i) — real — [JB-2016]
character of (j) — liar is revealed and nobody
believes him. Literacy as (a)  skill was first institutionalized in
9. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles Mesopotamia, Syria, Egypt and China soon after (b)
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not  art of writing was invented. Then education was
require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: not for (c)  general people but (d)  privilege for
— [DB-2016] (e)  chosen (f)  few who took on strategic roles
Michael Madhusudan Dutt was (a) — popular 19th in (g)  running of (h)  state and in religion. In
century Bengali poet and dramatist. He was born in (b) Greece, education became more widespread in
— Sagardari on (c) — bank of (d) — Kopotaksho about the 5th century BC. (i)  Greeks, however,
river, (e) — village in Keshobpur Upazilla under
Jessore district. From (f) — early age, Dutt aspired to sent only their (j)  male children to school.
be (g) — Englishman in form and manner. Though he 14. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles
was born in (h) — sophisticated Hindu family, he took (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not
Christianity arousing (i) — anger of his family. He require an article. Put a cross () in those blanks :
— [CtgB-2016]
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There is a saying that sincerity is (a) — key to He thought that it was his father inside it and saluted
success. (b) — person can prosper in life by doing him with (j) — love and respect.
hard work. The man who does not follow (c) — 20. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
rules of sincerity can never go (d) — long way in (e) articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
— world. Many (f) — man is not conscious of (g) blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
— importance of (h) — sincerity for which they in those blanks. [DjB-2015]
don't have (i) — benefit of (j) — success. However, Ferdousi, (a) — great poet, began to write (b) —
we should be sincere to our work if we want to Shahnama and the Sultan promised him (c) — piece
achieve anything notable. of gold for each (d) — verse. (e) — epic contained
15. Fill in the blanks in the following text with articles sixty thousand (f) — verses. But instead of gold
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not coins, he offered the poet only sixty thousands silver
require an article. Put a cross () in those blanks : (g) — coins. So, the poet refused to accept the silver
— [SB-2016] coins and left the court with (h) — broken heart. He
was (i) — aggrieved man. Later on, the Sultan
Kamal is (a) — HSC examinee this year. He is not
realised that he had made (j) — blunder.
(b) — attentive to his lessons. He is very weak in (c)
— English. Moreover he is (d) — lazy. So his 21. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
preparation in English is not good. (e) — month ago articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
before his examination he managed (f) — short blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
suggestion and learnt it. On (g) — day of in those blanks. [JB-2015]
examination he started for the examination hall (h) Mr. Bright is (a) — European. As he is (b) —
— bit earlier. He entered (i) — examination hall English man, he knows (c) — English well. He is
with (j) — trembling heart. (d) — honourable to everyone though he is (e) —
16. Fill in the blanks with articles. Use cross (×) mark one-eyed man. One day having (f) — SOS, he went
where an article is not necessary: — [BB-2016] to (g) — USA. His brother Johnson living there
Once there lived (a)  poor cobbler. He had (b)  joined (h) — Army last year. He is (i) — younger of
rich neighbour. (c)  neighbour possessed (d)  the two brothers. When Bright met his brother, he
ill-health. So, he was (e)  angry man. He was could not but shed (j) — tears.
always (f)  unhappy man. Once he used to think 22. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
(g)  richest men to be (h)  happiest men in (i) articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
 world. But his (j)  idea was wrong. blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
17. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with in those blanks. [CtgB-2015]
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the Television is (a) — part and parcel of modern life.
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () At present we can enjoy various TV channels
in those blanks. [DB-2015] through satellite. Among these, (b) — Discovery
Industry is (a) — key to success. (b) — industrious Channel is my favourite one. This TV channel is

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can prosper in life. (c) — man who does not very interesting and attractive. I think both (c) —
undertake (d) — hard-work can never go (e) — long young and (d) — old get pleasure from this channel.
way in (f) — world. Many (g) — man is not When I watch this TV channel, I forget (e) —
conscious of (h) — importance of (i) — diligence everything of practical life. The introducer narrates
for which they can't reap (j) — benefit of success. everything in (f) — most appropriate way. He turns
18. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with our attention to (g) — unknown and mysterious
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the world of (h) — history and animals (i) — sea-view
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () is excellent. I think it attracts (j) — attention of all
in those blanks. [CB-2015] kinds of viewers.
(a) — discipline is seen even in (b) — nature. Every 23. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
morning (c) — sun rises in (d) — east. Day follows articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
(e) — night, birds sing and (f) — plants blossom. blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
Everywhere in (g) — nature, there is (h) — in those blanks.[SB-2015]
harmony. If there was no discipline in (i) — nature, Life is full of (a) — unfavourable circumstances. (b)
there would have been (j) — chaos everywhere. — great men in (c) — world bravely faced (d) —
19. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with adverse situations. These situations bring out (e) —
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the man's latent qualities. (f) — people in such
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () circumstances learn many virtues like fortitude and
in those blanks. [RB-2015] bravery. Only (g) — virtuous and brave men can
Long long ago, (a) — mirror was found in (b) — conquer (h) — obstacles of life. (i) — adverse
paddy field by (c) — farmer. Neither this farmer nor situations have glorified (j) — mind and character
anybody else in (d) — area had ever seen (e) — of great men.
mirror. So, when (f) — farmer looked into (g) — 24. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
mirror, he was surprised to see (h) — man looking articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
straight at him. Now, this farmer very much blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
resembled his father who had died (i) — years ago. in those blanks. [BB-2015]
398 Suggestion : Examination 2018  English Second Paper

The process of globalisation obviously requires (a) people in the shop. So it was easier for (c) 
— common language for international (b) — detective to watch her. The woman first bought (d)
communication. For many different reasons, English  few small articles. After (e)  little time, she
has achieved (c) — prestige of being that (d) — chose one of the most expensive dresses in the shop
language because it is (e) — international language. and handed it to (f)  assistant who wrapped it up
It is no longer (f) — unique possession of the for her as quickly as possible. Then the woman
British or the Americans or other native-speakers, simply took the parcel and walked out of the shop.
but (g) — language that belongs to (h) — world's When she was arrested, it was discovered that (g) 
people. This phenomenon has led to (i) — sales assistant was her (h)  daughter. The girl
bewildering variety of (j) — English around us. gave her (i)  expensive dress once (j)  week.
25. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with 30. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks
may not require an article. Put a cross () in those may not require an article. Put a cross () in
blanks. [CB-2014, 2009; RB-2014; JB-2014] those blanks. [DB-2013; RB-2010]
(a)  idle man and (b)  active man cannot be Though newspaper is not always (a)  unmixed
equal. We know (c)  story of (d)  ant and (e)  blessing, it is (b)  most useful thing in our life.
grasshopper. (f)  ant was industrious. On the other We rarely think of (c)  day without reading (d) 
hand, the grasshopper was really (g)  lazy. The newspaper. Reading newspapers is one of (e) 
ant knew that (h)  industrious shine. On (i)  good habits of a man. We shall be like (f)  frog in
contrary, (j)  lazy suffer in life. a dark well if we neglect developing this habit.
However, some people prefer (g)  electronic
26. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
media to reading (h)  newspaper. But (i) 
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
newspaper offers more to its readers than (j) 
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
electronic media.
in those blanks. [DjB-2014, CB-2012]
(a) — 16 December is (b) — red letter day in the
th 31. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
history of Bangladesh. On this day, we achieved (c) articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
— freedom at the cost of (d) — bloody battle and blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
Bangladesh came into (e) — being and made a place in those blanks. [CB-2013]
in (f) — world map as (g) — independent country. (a) — morning walk is (b) — good habit for all classes
Every year this day is celebrated in (h) — of (c) — people. It is (d) — simple exercise and good
enthusiastic atmosphere. We remember (i) — great for health and (e) — mentality. In the morning, (f) — air
sacrifice of our heroic sons who died for this is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution.
country. We also pay (j) — great tribute to them. This pure (g) — environment makes (h) — effect on (i)
— nature in (j) — morning.
27. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the 32. Use articles in the following passage where
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blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () necessary. Put a cross () where an article is not
in those blanks. [CtgB-2014] needed: [RB-2013]
Poverty is (a)  acute problem in (b)  LDC like Mosquito menace is one of (a) — most talked
Bangladesh. Many people live below (c)  poverty topics. (b) — fear and nuisance of mosquito is
line here. They regard (d)  poverty as (e)  great called (c) — mosquito menace. For (d) — city
evil. It degrades (f)  dignity of (g)  individual as dwellers it is (e) — constant nuisance. Particularly
well as (h)  nation. But (i)  poverty alleviation is at (f) — night, it becomes more when thousands of
(j)  mammoth task. mosquitoes start singing around (g) — us. Even
during daytimes, we are not free from (h) — attack
28. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with articles of mosquitoes. To prevent (i) — nuisance caused by
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not mosquitoes, we have to be alert and work in (j) —
require an article. Put a cross () in those blanks. assorted efforts.
[SB-2014] 33. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
Patriotism is a noble (a)  virtue. It inspires (b)  articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
man to shed his blood for his (c)  country. (d)  blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
man without patriotism is no better than (e)  beast. A in those blanks. [JB-2013]
true patriot is honoured by (f)  all. He thinks for (g) Adnan is a brilliant student. He is (a) — asset. One
 welfare of his country. On (h)  other hand, (i)  day he may be (b) — engineer or (c) — doctor. He
unpatriotic man thinks only of his own interest. Those makes (d) — best use of his time. He makes a
who died for (j)  country are true patriots. proper division of his time and does his duties
29. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with articles accordingly. He knows that youth is (e) — golden
(a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not period of (f) — life. He has (g) — aim in life. He
require an article. Put a cross () in those knows that life without (h) — aim is like (i) — ship
blanks.[BB-2014] without (j) — rudder.
Recently a detective watched (a)  well dressed 34. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
woman who always went into (b)  large store on articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
Monday morning. One Monday, there were fewer
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blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
in those blanks. [SB-2013] in those blanks. [JB-2012]
A library is (a) — part and parcel of (b) — Long long ago (a) — mirror was found in (b) —
educational institution. It is (c) — unique place paddy field by (c) — old farmer. Neither this farmer
where books of different subjects are kept for (d) — nor anybody else in (d) — area had ever seen a
reading. It enables (e) — readers to read books of mirror. So, when (e) — farmer looked into (f) —
their choice that creates (f) — enthusiasm for mirror, he was surprised to see (g) — man looking
learning. Students should pay (g) — visit to (h) — straight at him. Now, (h) — farmer closely (i) —
library regularly. They can borrow books for (i) — resembled his father who had died many years ago.
certain period and return them after (j) — given He thought that it was his father (j) — inside it and
time. saluted him with love and respect.
35. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with 40. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
in those blanks. [BB-2013] in those blanks. [CtgB-2012]
Galib works in (a) — nationalized bank in Dhaka, Today women are playing (a) — important role in
(b) — capital city of Bangladesh. Being (c) — all spheres of (b) — life. They are no longer
sensitive young man and (d) — ex-student of (e) —
confined within (c) — four walls of the kitchens.
English literature, he takes the job as (f) — source
They have come out of their cocoons and are
of pleasure. As (g) — honest officer, he tries to give
his best to (h) — clients. Everyday hundreds of working hand in hand with (d) — men. They are
people come to (i) — bank and Galib happens to joining (e) — wide range of professions and making
come across many of them with (j) — smiling face. a great (f) — contribution to the economy. Now it
36. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with has come to (g) — realisation of all that it is not
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the possible to develop the country keeping women, (h)
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross () — large section of (i) — population, in (j) — dark
in those blanks. [DB-2012]
Tea is a drink. It is also (a) — refreshing drink. The
preparation of tea is a long but (b) — interesting
process. (c) — water is first boiled in (d) — kettle
and (e) — desired quantity of (f) — tea dust is put
in it. After (g) — few minutes (h) — boiled leaves
are separated from (i) — liquor. Then the liquor is
poured into (j) — cup and some milk and sugar are
mixed with it.
37. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with

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articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
in those blanks. [RB-2012]
Once upon (a) — time there was (b) — king. His
palace was surrounded by (c) — beautiful gardens.
One day he fell ill. He called in (d) — doctor. But
(e) — doctor could not say what wrong was with
him. More (f) — doctors were called. Finally they
said that (g) — king could be healed if he wore (h)
— shirt of (i) — happy man. (j) — messengers were
sent everywhere, but no happy man could be found.
38. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
blanks may not require an article. Put a cross ()
in those blanks. [DjB-2012]
(a) — ant is (b) — industrious insect. Bees are also
(c) — industrious insects. If we observe the life of
(d) — successful man, we will find that he is also
(e) — industrious. (f) — industrious are appreciated
by all. On the other hand, (g) — idle are disliked by
all. So, industry is (h) — must to prosper in (i) —
life. We all know that industry is the key to success
and laziness leads us to (j) — misfortune.
39. Fill in the blanks in the following texts with
articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the
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Question No  2 Complete the text with suitable conceals the future (c) — all His creatures, and
reveals only the present. He hides from the animals
prepositions. 0.510=5 what men know, and so He hides from men what the
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — angels know. For example, if a lamb had reason (d)
[DB-2017] — a man, it could not gamble happily knowing it
The environment plays an important role (a) — our was destined to be killed (e) — human food. But
life. (b) — short, what we have (c) — us including being quite ignorant (f) — its fate, it is happy to the
people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. last moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g)
These are the main elements (d) — our — the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence
licks the hands (h) — the butcher who is about to
environment. (e) — ensuring sound life, the balance
slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are
(f) — the natural elements is very significant. ignorant (i) — the future! Allah, to whom the death
Sometimes (g) — lack of knowledge, we don't of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death
realise the importance (h) — it. As a result, we are of a hero, has, in His mercy, thus limited our
polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i) knowledge so that we might fulfill our duty in the
— a polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter sphere (j) — which He has appointed us.
(j) — great regret. 6. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
2. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — [CtgB-2017]
[CB-2017] Syed Shamsul Haq, a legendary literature, was born in
We got our freedom (a) — the sacrifice of hundreds Kurigram (a) — 1935. He received the Bangla
and thousands (b) — lives. The patriots (c) — our academy award (b) — the age of twenty nine. It is
land fought (d) — the oppression of the West noteworthy that he was the youngest (c) — all who got
the Bangla academy award. He was awarded the
Pakistani rulers. Finally, the oppressors were bound Swadhinata Padak in 2000 (d) — his contributions (e)
to surrender (e) — our freedom fighters. But a great — Bangla literature. His literary works are included (f)
number (f) — the sons of the land died (g) — the — the curricula of secondary, higher secondary and
war. Soon (h) — the war, the government (i) — graduation level (g) — Bangladesh. Syed Shamsul
Bangladesh founded the National Memorial (j) — Haq was married (h) — Anwara Syed Haq who is
memory of the martyrs. member (i) — the Royal college of psychiatrists in
3. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — London. This renowned intellectual passed away (j) —
[RB-2017] 27 September in 2016 at the age of 81.
Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are everywhere (a) 7. Complete the text with appropriate prepositions:
— our life — literature, economy and culture. But [SB-2017]
are the rivers (b) — good shape? Unfortunately, I caught sight (a) — him while crossing the road. I
they are not. A few are already dead and several are tried to talk (b) — him. But he was (c) — a hurry.
He was one (d) — my best friends. Both of us
going (c) — the pangs of death. The river Buriganga
studied (e) — the same school. I had an intimacy (f)
is an example (d) — a dying river. A report
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— him. Both of us got separated (g) — each other


published in 'The Daily Sun' describes what has after the completion (h) — S.S.C. Examination.
happened (e) — the river Buriganga and why. Its Though my heart bleeds (i) — him, I hardly meet (j)
water is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the air — him. This is the go of the world.
(f) — it. The report says that the river had a glorious 8. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
past. Once, it was a tributary (g) — the Ganges and [BB-2017]
flowed (h) — the Bay of Bengal (i) — the river I am glad to receive your letter. You have wanted to
Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j) — the know (a) — the picnic that we made. I am now
Ganges and got the name Buriganga. writing (b) — you about it. It was winter vacation.
4. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — Our college was closed. I (c) — some of my friends
[DjB-2017] arranged a pienic. We selected Sonargaon (d) — the
Badal lived (a) — a village of Bangladesh. He was a picnic spot. It is some twenty miles from Dhaka. We
school boy. There was a canal (b) — his way (c) — got (e) — the bus (f) — about 9 am (g) — all
school. An old bridge was (d) — that canal. It was necessary utensils and materials. (h) — reaching
useful to one and all of the villagers. Yet none cared sonargaon, we finished our breakfast (i) — about
(e) — its repair. So one day it broke (f) — and caused 9.30 am. We did not take any cook (j) — us.
a good deal (g) — hardship to the villagers. They 9. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
were (h) — difficulty. They could not go to the town [DB-2016]
(i) — the other side of the canal to sell their fruits and A good stock (a) — words is necessary (b) — anybody
vegetables profitably. They sold their production (j) who wants to use a language. Vocabulary is an
— local market at a nominal price. essential component (c) — successful communication.
5. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — It is an integral part (d) — reading skill. While
[JB-2017] grammar is important, a lack (e) — vocabulary may
It would be impossible (a) — us to continue living result (f) — complete failure to convey a message.
in this world if each of us knew exactly what fate Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge (g) —
had (b) — store for us. So, Allah in His mercy words that go well (h) — an ordinary dictionary
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meaning. Students' vocabulary knowledge is a building [CtgB-2016]
process that occurs (i) — time as they tend to make Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have
connections (j) — other words. existed (a) — the earth (b) — prehistoric time.
10. Complete the text with suitable prepositions : — Since then they have been treated (c) — the symbol
[CB-2016] of beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers are
A good student is never indifferent (a) — his used (d) — various spheres (e) — our life. It is used
studies. He always adheres (b) — his studies. He mostly (f) — decoration. People (g) — all walks of
does not learn things (c) — rote. He does not hunt life use flowers usually (h) — national occasion and
(d) — traditional guide books. Moreover he has (i) — wedding. Everyone prefers flowers (j) —
great thirst (e) — knowledge. For this he does not expressing their love and devotion.
confine himself (f) — the traditional studies. He is 15. Complete the text with suitable prepositions : —
always aware (g) — the current affairs (h) — the [SB-2016]
world. He abides (i) — his teachers' advice and jots The science fair held (a) — our college paved a new
(j) — their lectures. way for us to gather practical knowledge. Many of
11. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — our friends took part (b) — the fair (c) — their
[RB-2016] projects. We showed genuine interest (d) — them.
Once an English and a Bengalee gentleman were Most of the projects were made (e) — consistent (f)
travelling (a) — the same train and they were in the — the prevailing world situation. They were
same compartment. The Englishman was very proud intended (g) — acquaint us (h) — the solutions (i)
(b) — himself because he was an Englishman. He — some common problems we are facing specially
looked (c) — upon the Bengalee gentleman who, in regard to the environment we live in. We were
however, took no notice (d) — it and went to sleep sanguine (j) — achieving success and we really
(e) — peace. As soon as the Bengalee gentleman was achieved it.
asleep, the Englishman picked (f) — the gentleman's 16. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
shoes and threw them (g) — the window and went to [BB-2016]
sleep. When the Bengalee gentleman woke up, he During holidays when my mother went to sleep (a)
looked for his shoes and understood it. Then he took  noon, we went to the railway line. There, along
the Englishman's long coat (h) — the wall and threw with other children I watched how the trains passed
it outside the window and returned (i) — bed (b)  innumerable unknown facts. My father got an
laughingly. Next morning the Englishman became appointment (c)  a town school and he moved (d)
startled and shouted, 'Where's my coat gone?' "Your  the town immediately with all the members of
coat has gone to fetch my shoes," said the gentleman the family. I was admitted (e)  my father's school.
(j) — a smile. The Bengalee gentleman was Sir I felt that my school fellows had no feeling (f) 
Ashutosh Mukherjee. one another as we had in the village. However, I
12. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — have gradually adjusted myself (g)  town life. I
[DjB-2016] am happy with my new friends but my heart aches

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Greenhouse effect is the gradual warming (a)  the air (h)  the happy childhood days. Childhood is free
surrounding the earth as a result of heat being trapped (i)  worries and has infinite capacity (j) 
(b)  environment pollution. This is exemplified (c) enjoyment.
 the destruction and burning (d)  of tropical rain 17. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
forests, (e)  traffic that clogs (f)  city streets, (g) Parents have desire (a)  bright future (b)  their
 the rapid growth of industry, the use of children. They are ready to do anything which may
chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) (h)  packaging and be congenial (c)  the success (d)  their children.
manufacturing commercial products, the use of Every success (e)  their children make them
detergents like washing (i)  liquids and so (j)  . happy and they become sanguine (f)  their bright
13. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — future. But then the children do not pay heed (g) 
[JB-2016] the suggestions (h)  their parents and fail to move
A teacher is an architect (a)  a nation. He plays an forward as the parents want. Their entire hopes end
important role (b)  building up an educated (i)  smoke. So, children must be cautious (j)  it.
nation. He dispels the darkness (c)  ignorance (d) 18. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
 the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to speak. He Preposition links all types (a)  words together and
has to suit his act according (e)  the need of his help them make better sense (b)  the readers.
audience which is his class. He is a clear speaker (f) They help us understand the relationship (c) 
 good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g)  objects. (d)  example, the book and the table are
his control. He does not sit motionless (h)  his (e)  the kitchen. This gives you a basic
class. Everybody has something valuable (i)  him. understanding. If we add another preposition, it
A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside makes it even clearer. The book is (f)  top of the
each student. He also wants the students happy and table (g)  the kitchen. We have a clear picture (h)
for this he keeps them busy. A good teacher never  our mind i)  the relation of those two objects
hankers (j)  money. and their relationship (j)  each other.
14. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — 19. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
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Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have I object (a)  your proposal because this kind of
existed (a)  earth (b)  prehistoric time. Since ideas originate (b)  evil motives. We should
then they have been treated (c)  the symbol of remember that we must not be prey (c)  greed.
beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers arc used We should be plunged (d)  deep study. Although
(d)  various spheres (e)  our life. It is used people are oblivious (e)  the past, they remember
mostly (f)  decoration. People (g)  all walks of the evil things. We have to be mindful (f)  our
life use flowers usually (h)  national occasion and studies and avoid merging (g)  bad boys. I was
(i)  wedding. Everyone prefers flowers (j)  moved (h)  the pathetic condition of the freedom
expressing their love and devotion. fighter who once fought (i)  our country. We
20. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — should mourn (j)  the fallen.
Man has an unquenchable thirst (a) — knowledge. 25. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
He is never satisfied (b) — what he has known and Humayun Ahmed is perhaps the most celebrated
seen. He wants (c) — see more. The inventions (d) contemporary Bangladeshi fiction writer. His
— rockets, spaceships and artificial satellites have immense contribution (a)  the Bangladeshi
made it possible (e) — him (f) — go far (g) — the literature (b)  the last three decades has earned
earth, his home planet. As a result, he has already him international acclaim as well. At least (c)  the
last two decades, his books have been topping the
landed (h) — the moon while he has made the
best seller lists (d)  Bangladesh. He won the
whole world a village, a global village (i) — means
of mobile phone that connect a man to a distant man hearts (e)  millions as the creator (f)  characters
like Himu and Misir Ali. After a nine-month battle
thousands miles (j) —.
(g)  cancer (h)  the age (i)  64, he breathed
21. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
his last bringing the curtain down (j)  an
During the last four years, several devastating
illustrious career nearly four decades.
Cyclones swept (a)  Bangladesh and caused 26. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
immense harm (b)  the people. A cyclone may Man is fond (a)  turning back from the present to
occur any time and (c)  any place. The cyclone of the past again and again. Nothing is more pleasant
Bangladesh generally originates (d)  the Bay-of- (b)  him than memories of his childhood.
Bengal, and blows (e)  that land. It is often Whenever I am sick of the present, I try to get relief
accompanied (f)  thunders and heavy showers. (c)  the past days of my childhood. A man cannot
Before a cyclone commences, unbearable heat is felt remember everything that happened in his
(g)  a few days. Then suddenly one day, the sky childhood. But certain events are stored in the sub-
becomes terribly dark (h)  clouds and strong conscious mind. They sometimes peep (d)  mind's
winds begin to blow with flashes (i)  lighting and eye. My playground was the bank of mighty Teesta.
the rumbling of thunders. It causes a great havoc. A In all the seasons, this river had great attraction (e)
lot of people and other animals die. Dwelling houses  me. Whenever I was not (f)  home, I could be
found (g)  its bank. There would be other children
are blown (j) .
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also (h)  me. We used to row on the river, jump


22. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
(i)  it and swim (j)  it.
Language plays a very important role (a)  the life
27. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
of human beings. We use language (b)  the
Time and tide wait (a)  none. A stitch (b)  time
moment we wake (c)  in the morning till we go to saves nine. Those are the two very well known
bed (d)  night. We use language not only during proverbs (c)  the significance of time. Some
our waking hours but also (e)  our dreams. We people don't care (d)  anything. They put (e)  a
use language (f)  different purposes. We use job for tomorrow though they are not sure whether
language (g)  express what we fell. We use tomorrow will come. (f)  this way, they cannot
language to say what we like or dislike. If you do finish a work when they need it. Then they say,
not like tea (h)  milk, you say, "I'll take tea (i)  "Alas! If we did not fight shy (g)  our jobs when
milk." We use language to express our strong we had a lot of time, we could be successful". So,
feelings and emotions. If you are charmed (j)  the (h)  become successful (i)  life, we have to
scenery of a place, you say, "What a lovely place"! realize the importance (j)  utilizing time.
23. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — 28. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
Last Friday, 1 attended a public function. It was (a) Rumi and Ruman are talking (a) — the importance
 the political crisis (b) — Bangladesh. The (b) — a teacher and a doctor. Rumi says that doctors
participants discussed freely and honestly (c) — are of great use (c) — society. But Ruman does not
political disorder and instability (d) — the country. agree (d) — Rumi. He says that teachers are the
They said the main reason is the lack (e)  architect (e) — a nation. They spread the light of
goodwill. Besides, the political parties are not education. Teachers remove ignorance (f) —
tolerant (f)  one another. They are engaged (g)  society. However, they are different (g) — their
harming one another. The speakers opined that if we opinion. But they agree (h) — the point that the
cannot come out (h)  the situation, we cannot service (i) — a teacher and a doctor is very essential
hope (i)  any better future. So, this crisis should (j) — the society.
be solved (j)  delay. 29. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
24. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
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Patriotism is a great quality (a) — human being. It never looks down (i)  anybody. Everybody is
creates (b) — a man true love (c) — his motherland. pleased (j)  his conduct.
Patriotism is older than civilization. The man, who 35. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
loves his own country, does his duties and works (d)
— the welfare (e) — his country, is a patriot. Even The food we eat seems to have profound effects (a)
the ancient tribes had a fondness (f) — the place — our health. Although science has made enormous
where they were born and sacrificed their lives to steps (b) — making food more fit to eat, it has (c)
save them. A student, an artist or a politician may be — the same time made many foods unfit to eat.
a patriot (g) — usual way (h) — life. If he does his Some research has shown that eighty percent (d) —
duties honestly and sincerely (i) — his own field, he all human diseases are related (e) — diet. People (f)
can be a patriot. If he does not do so, he will be a — different culture are more prone (g) — contact
traitor. We must not have hatred or bitterness (j) — certain illness because (h) — the characteristics (i)
anyone. But chauvinist patriotism is very bad. — the foods they consume. So we should give (j) —
30. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — the habit of taking bad foods.
The cyber cafe is a place teeming (a)  information. It 36. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
is a network (b)  all networks. It is a place (c)  Sakhina is overwhelmed (a)  grief as her father is
computers (d)  which customers can use the internet determined (b)  marry her (c)  at an early age of
and send e-mails and so on. A cyber cafe is closely fifteen. Since she possesses an aptitude (d) 
associated (e)  internet communication system. A studies, she prefers, carrying (e)  her education (f)
customer sitting (f)  the cafe can communicate (g)  getting married. Sakhina's father being burdened
 people (h)  the world. In fact, it is not prejudicial (g)  a nine-member family, wants to reduce his
(i)  our development and essential (j)  easier
expenditure. This is the picture (h)  the thousands
communication.
of families who live (i)  the poverty line. We have
31. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
Natural disaster has occurred throughout the world to look (j)  the matter seriously.
(a)  recent years. The reason behind this is 37. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
greenhouse effect or warming (b)  the air around The writer has been trying hard to put a finish to an
the earth. Global warming is melting the huge ice extremely difficult literary work. (a)  this purpose
(c)  Polar Regions and (d)  the peaks (e)  the she badly needed a very lonely place. (b)  this end
mountains. Consequently, the level (f)  sea water (c)  view, she lived in a cabin. It belonged (d) 
has alarmingly increased. Cyclones and tidal bores an orphanage (e)  the Carolina mountains. The
are inundating and destroying the coastal regions (g) place was isolated (f)  all human habitations. It
 a large extent. Climatologists believe that (h)  was a very cold place. This situation caused her to
the last 185 years 99 cyclones hit the coastal areas look (g)  firewood which was available there but
and off shore islands (i)  our country causing not ready. Finding no other way, she requested the
irrecoverable loss (j)  life and properties. orphanage authority to send someone (h)  the

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32. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — cabin who could chop well. The authority sent an
The Nobel Prize is the most prestigious prize (a)  underaged boy named Jerry. Jerry looked so small
the world. The prize is awarded (b)  the persons (i)  size that the writer felt hesitated to appoint
(c)  outstanding contribution (d)  specific six him (j)  doing a heavy job like chopping.
fields. Economics was included (e)  the list in 38. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
1969 (f)  the first time. One prize is awarded (g) I am fed up (a) — the next door neighbour. His
 each field. But, if there is more than one room is adjacent (b) — my room. Always he keeps
recipient (h) — the prize (i)  one field, the prize his TV (c) —. There is sound (d) — dragging (e) —
money is equally distributed (j)  all the winners. chair and table. When I try to concentrate (f) — my
33. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — studies, a blaring sound comes (g) — the next door.
A good student never learns things (a)  rote. He is In winter, I can tolerate it (h) — some extent (i) —
very cautious (b)  his studies and always adheres closing the windows but it becomes very unbearable
(c)  his lessons and texts. He does not learn (d)  (j) — summer.
traditional guide books. He prepares notes (e) — 39. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
taking help (f)  his teachers. He abides (g)  his When I started working (a)  the research and
teachers' advice and jots (h)  their lectures. He science (b)  leprosy more than a decade ago,
makes the best use (i)  his time and concentrate people thought this chronic disease would eliminate
(j)  his studies according to his daily routine. itself and burn out (c)  time. We didn't have time
34. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: — (d)  that. Nearly 2,50,000 new cases (e) 
leprosy are diagnosed every year. Approximately 10
A good student never learns things (a)  rote. He
percent (f)  new cases occur (g)  children. Even
always adheres (b)  his studies. He does not haunt
though it is associated (h)  biblical times, leprosy
(c)  traditional guide books. He abides (d)  his
teachers' advice and jot (e)  their lectures. He remains a problem (i)  modern era and was
does not mix (f)  bad boys and while (g)  his reported (j)  130 countries worldwide.
40. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: —
time. He also behaves well (h)  the superiors and
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The Freedom Fighters are the pride of the nation. In They are the martyrs. Death is a must (f)  all.
1971, many of these great sons (a)  the soil Everyone has to yield (g)  death. Man may die (h)
sacrificed their lives (b)  the cause of the country  a disease or (i)  an accident. He may also die
and the countrymen. They were so deeply devoted (j)  overworking. But martyrdom differs from
(c)  the war of liberation that they had no time to these types of ordinary death.
complain (d)  the odds they had to go (e) .
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Question No 
3 Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10=5
1. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [DB-2017]
as soon as what does ..... look like what if what's it like it
had better was born let alone have to would rather
(a) Deforestation is a matter of great concern. We — take immediate steps against cutting down trees at random.
(b) To tell a lie is a great sin. We — die than tell a lie. Otherwise none will believe us.
(c) Helmet should be used while driving a motorcycle. — you were driving your bike and met a serious accident?
(d) — swimming in the sea? It seems to be very heroic to me.
(e) — mother heared the news, she cried loudly. She lost her child in a car accident.
(f) Rome was not built in a day. — took a long-time and hard labour to build this city.
(g) Rahman is a poor man. He cannot buy a shirt — a car.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He — in Churulia of West Bengal.
(i) Rina's dress looks very dirty. It is old enough. She — buy a new dress.
(j) Rana: Hi. Robi — a Pea-cock —?
Robi : It's a very nice bird. It knows how to dance?
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [CB-2017]
it is high time in case lest as though no sooner had
unless would you mind have to used to as long as
(a) There is foul smell in the room. — opening the windows?
(b) Tomorrow I will be very busy. So, I’ll say good bye now — I don't see you again.
(c) We — educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(d) Nobody likes Karim at all. He talks — he knew everything.
(e) The poor will continue to suffer — they are illiterate.
(f) Nobody likes you here. — you left this place.
(g) He saw a bear coming towards him. So, he climbed up a tree — the bear might attack him.
(h) Everybody disliked Rakib. He — do many harmful activities.
(i) Time is very important in our life. You cannot prosper in life — you make proper use of time.
(j) The students were talking in the class. — the teacher entered the class than they stopped talking.
3. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [RB-2017]
there what if have to no sooner had would rather
lest as if let alone what does look like be born
(a) The students were loitering in the corridor. — they seen the teacher than they entered the classroom.
(b) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He — in 1920 in Tungipara of Gopalganj district.
(c) I can't stand Rubel. He always acts — he were smarter than everyone.

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(d) The little girl was suddenly crossing the road. A bus was passing by. As it came near the girl, the driver
halted it. — he wouldn't have stopped the bus?
(e) Shoma — live in a hostel than live in her relative's home. She feels free and comfortable in the hostel.
(f) You started late. Now you are walking slowly. Walk fast — you should miss the bus.
(g) He is very poor. He can't afford to travel by an AC bus — an aeroplane.
(h) Daughter: Mom, — an albatross —?
Mother: My dear, an albatross is a very large white bird that lives in the Pacific and Southern Oceans.
(i) Long ago, — lived a mighty warrior named Kubla Khan. He was the grandson of Chenghis Khan.
(j) I — seek advice from a doctor. I have been suffering from fever for a long time.
4. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [DjB-2017]
there let alone it as if what ..... look like
have to as soon as was born had better would rather
(a) We — not go out today. A riot has broken out in our locality.
(b) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. One can take it as an important form of physical exercise, because
it refreshes both body and mind.
(c) Do you often — travel on business? You are always seen travelling abroad.
(d) Long ago, — lived a very pious man. His name was Hatem Tai and he was very kind hearted.
(e) — does a clown — ? You've seen a clown in the circus many a time.
(f) — I see my father coming my heart fills up with joy. I am very much fond of my father.
(g) I got a job at a bar. But I hate working at a bar. I — be a waiter than a barman.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam — in an impoverished family. He had to earn even when he was a small boy.
(i) The economical condition of Robi is very poor. He cannot afford one meal per day — square meals.
(j) After the final match of the FIFA World Cup 2014, Messi looked — he were completely routed. His
cherished dream had been shattered.
5. Complete the sentences with suitable words/phrases given in the box: — [JB-2017]
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as if let alone what does .......... look like was born there
what's it like have to as soon as had better would rather
(a) In modem times, — has been a great change in the attitude of man regarding superstitious belief.
(b) Our learners develop a very poor writing skill. They cannot write fairly well even in Bangla — in English.
(c) Some city dwellers’ behaviour is often too formal. They speak in such a way — they were never in the village.
(d) I have never travelled by air. — flying in the sky?
(e) Riaz: — the frozen mountain peak.....?
Purnima: It looks like a white dome.
(f) Sheela is suffering from tooth-ache. She — see a dentist.
(g) Play is delayed due to rain. It will resume — the rain stops.
(h) Sohel is a very good natured boy. He — stay at home than mix with bad companies.
(i) Milton was a poet of versatile genius. He — in 1608 in England. He used to believe that one should start a
profession after taking necessary preparations.
(j) We have discussed for quite a long time. We can’t take much time any more. We — come to a conclusion.
6. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [CtgB-2017]
There As soon as What does ..... look like Was born What if
Has to As if What's it like Let alone Would rather
(a) It was 45 years ago when a new country named Bangladesh in the world map — at the cost of million of lives.
(b) During the liberation war of Bangladesh — was a great American singer George Harison who sang for
Bangladesh.
(c) — living in Bangladesh? You seem to be very happy with your life in Bangladesh.
(d) My foreign friend told me you — leave this country than live here. I replied "This is my motherland."
(e) In 1971 the Pakistani army did terrible atrocities against the Bangladeshis. Pakistan — apologize for this to
Bangladesh.
(f) Pakistan always plays a role against Bangladesh. We cannot expect any co-operation from them — apology.
(g) The elements of anti-liberation forces came out of their cocoons — the father of the nation Bangabandhu
Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was killed.
(h) Some persons living in Bangladesh always try to make conspiracy against the country — Bangladesh were not
their own country.
(i) The authority of Dhaka University cut ties with Pakistan. — the government of Bangladesh takes initiatives
to cut of diplomatic relation with Pakistan?
(j) Teacher : Learners, — the national flower of Bangladesh — ?
7. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [SB-2017]
had better let alone as if as soon as was born
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what does ..... look like there would you mind it would rather
(a) The room appears to be suffocating. — opening the windows?
(b) It is raining outside. You — take an umbrella.
(c) He cannot read newspaper, — edit a newspaper.
(d) — lived a wise man but he was not well known to all.
(e) You look tired. — appears to me that you have worked hard.
(f) Ismail is a symbol of versatile genius. He — in a needy family.
(g) — a dinosaur —? Have you ever seen it?
(h) He proceeded — he had never seen me. His defiant behaviour offended me.
(i) Panic seized me — I heard his roaring voice.
(j) Though I am in dire need of money, I — die than seek any financial help from him.
8. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [BB-2017]
let alone as if as soon as had better what's like
if it would rather have to there
(a) I met him ten years ago. I can hardly recall his name — his address.
(b) — has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(c) Don't behave — you knew everything. Remember all others here are senior to you.
(d) You — build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much nowadays.
(e) Give him the good news — you meet him.
(f) — are many rivers in Bangladesh. The rivers abound with plenty of fishes.
(g) — I had a typewriter, I would type well.
(h) You — consult with a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(i) — he — ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(j) Time is over. I — go now.
9. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [DB-2016]
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unless let alone it there would you mind


as if neither will had better as fast as the older.... the more
(a) When my brother was a child, he wouldn't look at all like my father, — he gets, — he looks like him.
(b) — are hundreds of languages spoken regularly by human beings. But everywhere of the world people speak
English.
(c) A: They won't be enjoying a holiday this year.
B: — we.
(d) It is admitted by all that a deer can run fast. But it cannot run — a Cheetah.
(e) He loves his garden very much. He does not allow his sons to pluck any flower, — other children.
(f) I cannot carry the box on my back. — taking the box into the room?
(g) — is very difficult to get good grade in Bengali and English.
(h) It is getting dark. You — go home right now.
(i) The man was seriously injured in an accident. He would have died — he had been taken to a nearby hospital.
(j) The boy talks too much of himself. He talks — he knew everything.
10. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box : — [CB-2016]
as if was born as soon as it what does.. look like
there have to let alone would rather had better
(a) Manners make a man. Students — practice good manners in everyday life.
(b) Most students in our country are weak in English. They — follow the advice of their teachers' for improvement.
(c) He tries to show off his knowledge in English. He speaks English — he were an Englishman.
(d) Cox's Bazar is a popular tourist hub. — are many nice hotels there for tourists.
(e) The other day I met an old rickshaw puller. He told me that he — pull a rickshaw than beg.
(f) A poor man struggles hard to survive in our country. He can hardly earn Tk. 200 a day, — Tk. 2000.
(g) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common. — may occur anywhere anytime.
(h) Smoking is one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer. — a smoker stops smoking, he can avoid the risk
of any danger.
(i) Have you ever heard the name of William Shakespeare? He — on 23rd April, 1564 in England. He was one
of the greatest dramatists of the world.
(j) Son : Dad, — an alien — ?
Father : Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by UFOs. Films and science fiction tell us
about them. They are really awesome.
11. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [RB-2016]
had better was born would rather as soon as let alone
in order to has to as if whenever there
(a) The students were making a noise in the class. But — the teacher entered the class, they kept quiet.

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(b) It was a hot summer day. A crow felt very thirsty. So it was flying here and there — find water.
(c) Panna was a criminal. So he was always on his toes. — he saw the police, he hid himself.
(d) The man is so weak that he cannot walk. He cannot walk even a kilometer — five kilometers.
(e) — is a nice kitchen garden just behind our house. So we can get fresh vegetables from there.
(f) I am too tired to talk. I can no longer give you company. You — leave me and let me take rest.
(g) Though I am poor, I hate begging. Begging is most disreputable. I — die than beg.
(h) Michael Madhusudan Dutt was a popular Bengali poet. He — in a sophisticated Hindu family, but he took
Christianity when he was young.
(i) My friend Ratul talks — he were a millionaire. But he comes of an impoverished family. Moreover, he is
good for nothing.
(j) Rana is a meritorious student. He is the first boy in our class. He — study hard and work more to maintain his
position in class.
12. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [DjB-2016]
had better there have to would rather let alone as if it what's it like was born as soon as
(a) Motin's father is a low paid service holder. He has no ability to buy a bi-cycle for his son  a motor bike.
(b) I've never travelled by air,  in the sky?
(c) Let's go to the cinema,  is not worth waiting any longer.
(d) I am tired. I  stay at home than go outside.
(e) You look very anxious. And you cannot continue your study any longer. You  take rest.
(f) I am surprised to hear his speeches. He speaks  he knew the ins and outs of the incident.
(g) Salam feels pain in his chest. He  go back to the hospital for a scan next week.
(h) Tagore  in 1861. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1913.
(i)  is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
(j) I went there to meet with him,  I saw him: I rushed to talk to him.
13. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [JB-2016]
but for used to was born no sooner had had better
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as if it what do you mean has to what's the matter


(a) Shamsur Rahman  in Dhaka in 1929. He is famour both as a poet and a novelist.
(b)  Diamond jumped upon the table than the lighted candle fell on the papers. It caused a great damage to
Newton's research works.
(c) You  apply to the principal of your college for granting you a stipend. He will surely see on it.
(d) Thomas Alva Edison was very inquisitive in his childhood. He  do many harmful activities. However, he made
a lot of inventions.
(e) One evening I returned home groaning with a bad headache. My mother asked me,"  with you? Why do you
look so pale?"
(f)  your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them. I was just a victim of circumstances.
(g) ? How can a rope bite a man? It is quite unbelievable.
(h) He tells the matter  he knew it. Actually, he is quite ignorant of it.
(i)  is a good idea to walk in the morning. Morning walk is very healthful.
(j) A good citizen  perform a lot of things. These things will enable him to become a true patriot.
14. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box : — [CtgB-2016]
was born would you mind there would rather what does ... look like
as if let alone had better have to as soon as
(a) He cannot tell my name, — my address. He is lying.
(b) The Bangladeshi cricketers have done well in the World Cup. They — struggle more to win the World Cup.
(c) — the earth —? It's not completely round.
(d) I — walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(e) — I reached the station, the train left. Really I was lucky.
(f) Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah was a great linguist. He — in 1885 A.D.
(g) He acts — he were rich. So nobody likes him.
(h) You look sick. You — go home immediately.
(i) — was a boy at the door. He wanted to talk to me.
(j) — eating sea fish? I think you will enjoy a lot.
15. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/ words given in the box : — [SB-2016]
was born what's ... like it let alone there
would rather as soon as had better as if what if
(a) — your family — ? Our family is not so big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a rainy day. You — not go to office today.
(c) I have a bad headache. I — go to doctor.
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(d) — lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.


(e) My sister is acting — she were all in all. She always acts like this way.
(f) I'll call you — I arrive. Then we will go to market.
(g) Prabha can't afford to buy a cell phone, — a laptop. Actually she is very poor.
(h) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time. — is, of course, a good habit.
(i) Tajuddin Ahmed, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh, — in 1925. He was a wise man.
(j) Rina: — we miss the bus? Mina: We will take a taxi then.
16. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: — [BB-2016]
there what if was born had better as long as
let alone have to as if it as soon as
(a)  is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal,  a hattrick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home  possible.
(d) The manager says alone; It seems  other had nothing to say.
(e) No one is happy with her result; she  understand it.
(f)  you lose your pen?
(g)  lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(h) The poor will continue to suffer  they are illiterate.
(i) Zahir Raihan  on 19 August, 1935 in Feni.
(j) We  educate all and work hard to develop our country.
17. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
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what does.... look like as if had better let alone need not
what if as soon as what's it like have to would rather
(a) Nowadays most of the politicians play the role of actors/actresses. They act  they were the real patriots.
(b) Pakistan cricket team is very weak now. They can not defeat Bangladesh,  Australia.
(c) In our country the members of law enforcing organizations  lead a very risky life.
(d) The price of mango is high in our country.  we turn this land into a mango orchard?
(e) We  walk fast. It may start raining. The sky seems stormy.
(f)  staying in a hostel?
(g)  the meeting started, some activists of the opposition party started picketing.
(h) He can see well. He  use spectacle.
(i) We  develop our humanity than observe hartal and strike. Let us change our destructive culture.
(j) The authoress :  your mother , Jerry?
Jerry : She is a very nice woman. She looks pretty nice.
18. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
Lest A white elephant Would rather It is time Let alone
Square meal P's and Q's At the eleventh hour Had rather There is ... the fact
(a) Who does not know the wretched condition of a day laborer? He cannot earn a — a day when he has no
work at hand.
(b) Mr. Pervez is not well off to run a car. So, a car is — to him.
(c) Shut up, Mr. Idris, you don't know how to behave with others. So mind your —.
(d) — no denying of — that corruption causes innumerable problems for the country. The govt. should take
necessary steps against it.
(e) The hustling and noisy condition of Dhaka city is quite unbearable to me. I — go to village. It is free from chaos.
(f) Mr. Iqbal is a very talented teacher but a poor man. He cannot buy a Pulser (motorbike) — a Prado.
(g) Of late, Mr Fazal has been absent minded. He must work attentively — he should lose his job.
(h) Rahman is a great liar. He — give up this bad habit.
(i) Dowry system spoils many valuable lives. — to say 'no' to this system.
(j) The man is about to die. No result will come if you try —.
19. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
have to there what's it like would rather what does ..... look like
as soon as had better as if was born let alone
(a) Many people think that they have no joy in their life. We  find out how we can make our life happier.
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(c) Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He  on February 12,1809 in Kentucky.
(d) Jony does not keep late at any work. I  ring him at once, he must have fallen in any problem.
(e) Aritro is a dull student. He cannot pass in C-grade  in A-grade.
(f) Rahimgonj is a big Union. But  is no high school here.
(g) The condition of the patient is very critical. The doctor wanted to operate  possible.
(h) Mizan is an honest man. He talks about the matter  he knew everything.
(i) Karim:  the sculpture ?
Rahim: I think it is like a horse.
(j)  writing in the paper? You seem to be very happy with this pen.
20. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
let alone was born there what is it like what if
has to it as if what does...look like had better
(a) He treats me  I were his younger brother. Actually he is one of my distant relatives.
(b) Rima is a daughter of poor parents. She has no private tutor. So she  study hard.
(c)  was a stormy night. It was raining also.
(d) I cannot ride a bike,  a car. I have no money to buy any of these two things.
(e) Victor Hugo is a famous French novelist and dramatist. He  in 1802.
(f) Salma,  a kangaroo ?
(g) Today is holiday,  going to the zoo?
(h) You are not attentive to your study.  you fail in the exam?
(i) You  cross the river at this moment. The river is very rough now.
(j) — flows a river by our village. We often swim in it. .
21. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
would rather as if has to had better as soon as
there what's it like it let alone what if
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a. To be successful one  be disciplined. For, without maintaining a disciplined life, none can succeed in life.
b. He cannot express his ideas in Bangla,  in English. He is not studious at all.
c. I  lead a simple life than earn a lot of money illegally and lead an aristocratic life. I always hate corruption and
the corrupt.
d. While taking exam, students should check if they have attempted all the questions  they finish writings.
But unfortunately some students do not do it.
e. Today it is drizzling. So,  taking kedgeree at lunch?
f. Rahim is meritorious but poor. He  do a private tuition in the afternoon to afford his educational
expenses.
g. Touhid is a good singer. We have invited him only to our cultural function.  he misses?
h. My friend always talks  he knew everything. Actually he is not a learned man.
i.  is unfortunate that many students spoil most of their time by using facebook.
j. Now we get information within some seconds. Cell phones are doing this miraculous thing. But  was a
time we had to wait days after days for a letter to come and bring the news about our near and dear ones.
22. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
was born what does.... look like let alone there would rather
has to what's it like as soon as as if had better
(a) Life is full of struggles. Certainly, it has ups and downs. A man  face innumerable barriers in his life.
(b) The tide of globalization has now entered other spheres too. The whole world is now  it were a global
village.
(c) Education is the back bone of a nation. It is the crying need of our country.
We  educate our children than keep them illiterate.
(d) Self-employment is a possible solution to the unemployment problem. The Government  explore avenues
for self-employment.
(e) I frequently visit library to read books on different subjects. But nowadays many students do not attend the
class regularly,  visit library.
(f) A major influence on American Children's lives is the television shows they watch. TV viewing statistics
are staggering .
(g) Punctuality is the key to success. A student can do good result  he becomes punctual.
(h) Sadaf :  a desert look ?
Samin : A desert looks like a sea of sand. People use ships for travelling by the sea. In the same way for the
travelling through desert, camel is used.
(i) Shakespeare is the greatest dramatist of all times. He  in 1564 in England.
(j)  trying to abstain from evil deeds? It is great because evil deeds bring about ruins.
23. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
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what if read between the lines let alone had better get used to
used to look down upon would rather as soon as what's it like
(a) She does not like any literary work,  admire any literary work.
(b) The hunter was ready with his gun for the tiger.  it came out of its cave, he shot at it.
(c) The whole area is covered already by rain water.  it rains again?
(d) The poor are  by the rich. It should not be done.
(e) The canal dried up making it difficult for the villagers. They  dig it.
(f) You look ill. You  not go to work.
(g) I think you have reacted totally in a negative way. If you , you could have understood what he tried to
say.
(h) In ancient time people  fight against dangerous wild animals.
(i) I have no idea of  going on a long drive. I had never such occasion in my life.
(j)  walking in the morning because walking is very important to keep a sound health.
24. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
what's it like have to what if as soon as there
as if would rather had better was born let alone
(a) I had lost my sense. — I opened my eyes, I remembered where I was. Thank God, I am still alive.
(b) Surendra Kumar Sinha is the 2lst Chief Justice of Bangladesh. He — in Sylhet in 1951. He is the first non-
Muslim Chief Justice of this country.
(c) — lived a boy named Ahsanullah. The boy was very kind-hearted. So everybody liked him.
(d) I saw my friends yesterday. They were running — they were trying to catch a train.
(e) This is not a well-furnished hotel. We — stay at a different hotel.
(f) It’s a very important meeting. We — not miss the start of his presentation.
(g) Sima is very lazy. She cannot boil water, — prepare a dinner.
(h) Saturday is my holiday. On this day I usually take rest. I also don’t — work on Friday now.
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(i) You look very pale. — you consulted with a lawyer?
(J) — living in a crowded city? You seemed very puzzled with your life in Dhaka city.
25. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
Let alone What's it like As soon as Was born What does .... look like
Would rather There Have to Had better As if
(a)  was a time when educated people were more honourable than the rich people. But alas! Those days are gone.
(b) I  be more disciplined. Discipline is the root of all success.
(c) Most of the poor villagers have no tin-shed house,  brick-built building.
(d) We stand up  the teacher enters our classroom. This is a part of our culture.
(e) I  and brought up in a village. I like the rural life so much.
(f) You  settle up the dispute with your brother. Otherwise, it will harm you in many ways.
(g) My parents  stay in village than live with us in Dhaka. They don't like city life.
(h) You are praising yourself  you were a scholar. Empty vessels sound much.
(i) I have no idea about  living in a foreign country. I have never been abroad.
(j)  an alien ? Is it like a human being?
26. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
was born what's ... like it let alone there
would rather as soon as had better as if what if
(a)  your family ? Our family is not so big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a rainy day. You  not go to office today.
(c) I have a bad headache, I  go to doctor.
(d)  lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.
(e) My sister is acting  she were all in all. She always acts like this way.
(f) I'll call you  I arrive. Then we will go to market.
(g) Prabha can't afford to buy a cell phone,  a laptop. Actually she is very poor.
(h) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time.  is, of course, a good habit.
(i) Tajuddin Ahmed, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh  in 1925. He was a wise man.
(j) Rina:  we miss the bus? Mina: We will take a taxi then.
27. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
but for let alone adhere to when it comes to unless
as long as cannot but was born read between the lines as far as
(a) The man is very weak. He cannot walk even a kilometer,  five kilometers.
(b) Tagore  with a silver spoon in his mouth.
(c) Rimi is a nice girl. But  cooking, she is hopeless.

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(d) This car is absolutely fine  the engine is concerned.
(e) I'd like to wait here  the rain continues.
(f) They always  work but never does well because they have some limitations.
(g) It is six years since my father died. I  remember his love for me.
(h) If you , you could understand what he tried to say.
(i) You cannot go and pass your time there  you are a member of it.
(j)  your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them.
28. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
with a view whether or even though definitely what if
nevertheless would you mind likely to anyway supposed to
(a) We didn't go away at the weekend because I had too much work.  the weather was awful, so we didn't
miss anything.
(b) We have given some very good reasons. I think he's  agree to our proposal.
(c) A : We must reach the party now.
B :  we don't get a rickshaw?
(d) Rajib had a good preparation for the examination but he did not perform well.  he got a distinction in
English.
(e) She , won't pass the exam. She hasn't done any work at all.
(f) We are  check in at 3 pm. What's the time now?
(g) I'm being disturbed in preparing a report. You keep making that stupid noise  I've asked you to stop three times.
(h) It is 11:30. I'm going home  you like it  not.
(i) We cannot ensure smooth development keeping the women inside home. Government provides free
education for girls  to educating them.
(j) A : We must finish the lesson today.
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B :  bringing all the notes you've taken in the class?


29. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
let alone what if have to had better would rather
as if what does.... look like was born as soon as there
(a) Karan is usually a boy of gentle nature. But yesterday he behaved  he had lost his mind.
(b)  have been significant changes in the types of entertainment. People are looking for newer forms
nowadays.
(c) The weather is very hostile. So they  wait until rain stops.
(d) The unnecessary expenses  be cut. Otherwise, our company will be at the risk of bankruptcy.
(e)  an elephant's trunk  ? It is a snake shaped organ doing the work of a nose and even a hand.
(f)  he entered the castle, the door automatically closed behind.
(g) I met her a decade ago. I can hardly recall her name,  her address.
(h) It is the shortest way from my home to DRMC. I  not go another way.
(i)  the road ends over there? We have to walk the whole campus to find the exit.
(j) Barak Obama is the President of the USA. But his father  in Kenya.
30. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: —
as if scarcely would rather have to as soon as
had better used to what if as long as no sooner
(a) The poor will continue to suffer  they are illiterate.
(b) I will call you  I arrive. Then we will go to market together.
(c) Rina :  we miss the bus?
Mina : We will take a taxi then.
(d) The Bangladeshi cricketers are doing well. They  struggle more to win the World Cup.
(e) I  walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(f)  had I reached the station than the train left. So I missed the train and waited for the next train.
(g)  had she heard the news of her friend's accident when she rushed to the hospital.
(h) Thomas Alva Edison was very inquisitive in his childhood. He  do many harmful activities out of his
curiosity.
(i) He tells the matter  he knew it. Actually, he is quite ignorant of it.
(j) Salam feels pain in his chest. He  go back to hospital next week for a checkup.
(j) Parks are the ideal place for the children to spend their evening. So,  should be a park at every "Mohalla"
of the city..
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Question No  4 Complete the sentences using 4. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/
phrases: [DjB-2017]
suitable clauses/ phrases. 0.510=5
(a) Rifat does not like —. He knows that rich food
1. Complete the following sentences with suitable does not contain rich vitamins.
clauses/phrases: — [DB-2017] (b) As Shafi is devoted to studies, all his teachers
(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we love him. He hopes to —.
should —. (c) — is not good. We should give up it.
(b) English is an international language. — you (d) — gives no pleasure. It is always painstaking.
cannot get a good job. (e) There is nobody —. Hence happiness is a
(c) Corruption is an obscene to our national relative term.
development. It is high time —. (f) Birds — in winter are called migratory birds.
(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I We should not kill them.
wish —. (g) People are carefull — in Dhaka city. They don't
(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. waste their resource.
But —. (h) Man is a social being. No man can do —.
(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should —. (i) Robinson Crusoe was born in England. His
(g) He confessed that —. So, I forgave him. father wanted him —.
(h) The student could not memorise the poem. It (j) — in Bangladesh are unemployed. Self
was too difficult —. employment is a possible solution to this
(i) Since they had no more question to discuss, —. problem.
(j) Female education is a crying need for our country. 5. Complete the sentences using suitable words
It is a good sign that nowadays. ............ phrases/clauses: — [JB-2017]
2. Complete the sentences using suitable (a) Last night, I did not have a sound steep. I feel
clauses/phrases:— [CB-2017] sleepy — TV.
(a) He studies medicine so that — (b) You cannot handle such a — if you don't have
(b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we — prior experience in teaching.
(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to (c) If the driver had been more careful, — the fatal
me with a view to — accident.
(d) I found a box in the room. The box was too (d) We were supposed to start our journey the next
heavy for — day. But it was so hot that —.
(e) I went to market yesterday. Had you requested (e) A village market is one of the many attractions
me, I — of country life. It is a public place where —.
(f) Do not worry about me. I — after I have (f) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough — ?
finished my study. (g) Begging is not a profession. It is very
(g) They are very hard working. If the bank gives disreputable. We must not —.
them loan on easy terms, they — (h) Wherever he speaks in English —. But it is

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(h) Unity is strength. United we stand, — natural that we learn through mistakes.
(i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a (i) The station is not far away from here. It will
snake while we — take you five minutes —.
(j) Everybody will go to the graveyard after death. (j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit
A graveyard is a place — is easy to do but —.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable 6. Complete the sentences using suitable
clauses/phrases:— [RB-2017] clauses/phrases: [CtgB-2017]
(a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life (a) We are closely related to our environment. We
because —. It is our Mother Language Day. should keep the environment free from pollution so
(b) Once there was a farmer who had three sons. that —. (b) We must follow the rules of hygiene.
They were so lazy that —. Without following the rules of hygiene, we —. (c) He
(c) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where —? was very hopeful about winning the game. He —
(d) It is high time you —. It is detrimental to before he look part in 'the competition. (d) He had a
health. street accident and his mother injured herself falling on
(e) English is an international language. If you the stairs. To tell the truth misfortune —. (e) She has
want to go abroad for higher studies —. got GPA 4.50. If —more seriously, she would have got
(f) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies GPA 5 in the exam. (f) The boy was playing when —.
from flower to flower to —. He stopped his playing at once. (g) I feel a very bad
(g) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years headache. If —, I would continue my classes. (h)
since —. Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We
(h) We must grow the habit of getting up early in cannot prosper in life unless —. (i) He runs very fast.
the morning. The sooner we get up —. Last year he — that other competitions were left
(i) There goes the proverb 'United we stand, behind. (j) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we
divided we fall'. Unless we are united —. take a balanced diet, it —.
(j) Our country is beset with many problems. We 7. Complete the following sentences using suitable
all should come forward with a view to —. clauses /phrases: — [SB-2017]
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(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain letter day in our national history, because on
honesty, —. this day —.
(b) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —. (b) A proverb goes that —. So we must try to lead
(c) English is an international language. I wish —. an honest life.
(d) If I had much money, —. (c) Courtesy means —. Courtesy costs nothing but
(e) There goes a proverb that —. So, you have to brings a lot.
make friendship with a gentleman. (d) Bangladesh is an agricultural country. As her
(f) Hardly has he seen his friend —. economy depends on agricultures, —.
(g) It is a long time since we —. (e) Time is very important in our life. You cannot
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to —. prosper in life unless —.
(i) I was too young to —. (f) Bangladesh is our motherland. It is a small but
(j) A student has to be punctual. He has to study beautiful country. Though it is a small country,
regularly lest he —. it is —.
8. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ (g) Early rising gives a man enough free time.
phrases: [BB-2017] Since I am an early riser —.
(a) The job market is getting bad to worse day by day. (h) You must have confidence in your ability. If
If you don't work hard in your student life, —. you — you will be successfully.
(b) Trees are most important for our survival. They (i) My final examination is going on. I studied hard
supply oxygen without which —. lest I —.
(c) My HSC exam is knocking at the door. I have (j) His father has no ability to bear his sons
to study attentively so that —. educational expenses. So the son takes up a part-
(d) I have lost my cell phone. Would you mind — time job so that —.
so that I can talk to my mother. 11. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/
(e) Last week, my friend Hasan met with an phrases: [RB-2016]
accident. No sooner had I heard the news than (a) Industry is the key to success. If you work hard, —.
—. (b) Corruption is the main hindrance to
(f) Flower is a symbol of beauty, love and purity. development. It is high time —.
There is hardly any one who —. (c) Abdul is an HSC candidate. He is studying hard
(g) Walk fast lest —. lest —.
(h) Jui is studying medicine. She wants —. (d) There are a good number of reasons why —.
(i) During the recent years, most teenagers have That English is a foreign language is the main
become face book freak. They waste time for reason.
nothing. They should know that —. (e) Birds fly in the sky. I wish —.
(j) He came to my room while —. He did not wake (f) No sooner had we reached there than —.
me up. Unless we went there earlier, we would miss
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9. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ the beginning of the programme.
phrases: [DB-2016] (g) It is not good —. A man is known by the
(a) Physical exercise keeps us healthy and strong. company he keeps.
If you take regular physical exercises, —. (h) Dulal Sheikh is a quack. He behaves as if —.
(b) They came to you with a view to —, but you (i) It is very cold outside. You had better —.
scolded them without any reason. (j) My childhood was full of joys and happiness.
(c) Please wait here until —. I have a serious Would that —.
matter to discuss with you. 12. Complete the sentences with suitable clauses/
(d) I was not hungry at all. If I had been hungry, — phrases: [DjB-2016]
. (a) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be
(e) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we
punctual lest .
should plant —.
(f) There goes a proverb that —. So, we must (b) I've missed the 8 O'clock train. Do you know
make proper use of time. when  ?
(g) We should drink pure water. Since the water of (c) The thief stole my watch and I saw it. As soon
this bottle is not pure, —. as I saw him .
(h) The two brothers are not on good terms. (d) Though he was late, .
Yesterday when we went to their house, —. (e) As he is unwilling to work, he cannot get rid of
(i) Air is polluted in many ways. It is high time —. poverty. He must work if .
(j) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They (f) I usually avoid . It is boring to drive now.
did it so that —. (g) As it is a difficult task, . He is very skilled in
10. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ doing such work.
phrases: [CB-2016] (h) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I  . He
(a) 16th December is observed as Victory Day must account for his absence.
every year in Bangladesh. It is really a red- (i) The film ended very fantastically. If you
enjoyed the film, .
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(j) There are many obstacles in our way to success. (e) The poem is too difficult for the students —.
We must work hard so that . They couldn't but memorize it.
13. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ (f) If I had a camera, —. I like photography.
phrases: [JB-2016] (g) He came to my room while —. He didn't wake
me up.
(a) Geometry is very much confusing to Zillur. He
(h) Rina waited until —. She went after getting it.
practices geometry a lot so that —.
(i) He went to London so that —. He was devoted to
(b) I could not recognize you at first. It was five study.
years since we . (j) He confessed that —. So, I forgave him.
(c) Sanjida was writing quite well in the exam
16. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/
when suddenly she . As a result, she could phrases: [BB-2016]
not finish the exam with satisfaction.
(d) Don't worry. I  after I have finished my study. (a) You cannot buy a car unless . It costs a lot.
(e) Fahen was really in a great danger. He came to (b) You are now sick. Call me in case .
you with a view to  from you, but you (c) He is so short that .
disappointed him. (d) Since there are no more questions to discuss .
(f) Sujon was very weak, but he had to carry a big (e) I worked hard although .
box. The box was too heavy for . (f) Hardly had we started to eat when .
(g) The farmers of our country are very poor, but (g) We were unable to go by train because of .
they can work hard. If the bank gives them loan (h) I will give him the message as soon as .
on easy term, they . (i) When I was a child .
(h) Load-shedding occurs because we cannot produce (j) There are many helpless people. I wish .
adequate electricity. It is high time we . 17. Complete the following sentences with suitable
(i) I requested him to join me in playing cricket. clauses/phrases: —
He joined me . (a) Ruhi's father died of a heart attack while
(j) He tried his best to get the job but he could not working in his office. Scarcely had she heard
get it. Had he got the job, he would . the news .
14. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ (b) I hate dishonest people. So, I am with you till .
phrases: [CtgB-2016] (c) Adopting unfair means in any exam is a
corruption. I had better fail .
(a) Garment industry in Bangladesh is one of the
(d) Hazrat Khan Jahan Ali (R) was a great saint of
major sources —. But this sector is afflicted
Islam. He came to Bagerhat so that .
with many problems.
(b) Once Taimur attacked the province of a (e) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time .
(f) I left my hometown Kushtia. Five years passed
powerful prince. When the prince heard the
news —. since .

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(g) He failed to make a good result. If he had been
(c) Mr. Karim is a hard working man. — he cannot
turn the wheels of his fortune. sincere to his studies, .
(d) Success doesn't come to a man automatically. (h) His laugh is harsh and mysterious. Actually, he
When a man works in a systematic way —. laughs as though .
(e) Female education is a crying need for our (i) Playing in the sun may make you sick. Avoid
country. It is a good sign that nowadays —. playing in the sun lest .
(f) Motherland is like heaven. It is our sacred duty (j) Childhood is the golden period of our life. I
— our motherland. wish .
(g) Life should not be considered —. It is full of 18. Complete the following sentences with suitable
sorrows and sufferings. clauses/phrases: —
(h) When you — work, you will go home. (a) The darkness of night prevails everywhere. I
(i) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest don't know whether —.
(b) Flood is a natural calamity. Neither the
— arrested.
government —.
(j) He is an honest worker. Despite his honest
(c) Koli is an intelligent girl. We don't know why —.
work —.
(d) If winter comes —.
15. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ (e) Skiing is a popular sports at the time when —.
phrases: [SB-2016] Many people like it.
(a) The students were sympathetic and patriotic. That's (f) Market is a place where —. We visit it everyday.
why —. (g) Load shedding hampers our normal life. — the
(b) There were five boys. I took five books that —. development of our country will be seriously
(c) When he came out, —. He was worthy of affected.
getting such greetings. (h) People observe 21st February all over the world —.
(d) Though the pen writes well, —. I can't afford to (i) The Pakistani army were so cruel that —.
use it. (j) Untie the knot and —.
19. Complete the following sentences with suitable
clauses/phrases: —
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(a) My friend was staying in Chittagong. If he had (g) If you , you will never understand the agony
invited me, . of failure.
(b) Scarcely had I got into the train . (h) I did not know anything about the matter. If ,
(c) As it is raining . I would have told him.
(d) I went to market so that . (i) Planting trees must be our priority. We have to
(e) It was long time since . plant more trees lest we .
(f) I wished . (j) We must try to maintain a good health. Though
(g) Our principal has taken various steps . a healthy man is an , an unhealthy man is a
(h) We should give more importance on study in liability.
order that . 23. Complete the following sentences with suitable
(i) Though it was cloudy . clauses/phrases: —
(j) Avoid risky driving lest . (a) The students were sympathetic and patriotic.
20. Complete the following sentences with suitable That's why .
clauses/phrases: — (b) There were five boys. I took five books that .
(a) The poem is too difficult . But Mamun (c) When he came out, . He was worthy of
memorized the whole poem. getting such greetings.
(b) We voted for him . He was elected as a (d) Though the pen writes well, . I can't afford to
chairman. use it.
(c) The judge pronounced . A hue and cry was (e) The poem is too difficult for the students .
created in the court. They couldn't but memorize it.
(d) Unless , I will go back home. (f) If I had a camera, . I like photography.
(e) Hazrat Omar (R) went out  an ordinary man. (g) He came to my room while . He didn't wake
He was a good ruler. me up.
(f) You have helped me in my danger. I assure you . (h) Rina waited until . She went after getting it.
(g) Work hard lest . (i) He went to London so that . He was devoted
(h) It is a very hard nut . We should try to solve it to study.
together. (j) He confessed that . So, I forgave him.
(i) It is high time . Don't waste your time. 24. Complete the following sentences with suitable
(j) No sooner had  than the thief ran away. clauses/ phrases: —
21. Complete the following sentences with suitable (a) Eve-teasing is extremely worrying. It is time
clauses/phrases: — the government .
(a) He was really in great danger. He came here with a (b) We were ruled by Pakistan. But 1971 is the year
view to  from you. But you disappointed him. .
(b) Despite , he is unhappy. (c) That girl who my friend is talking .
(c) A man is known by the . (d) The shop I went . I advise others to go there.
(e) It's too late. , we would not have missed the
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(d) It is a long distance. If you travel .


(e)  than he fell down. train.
(f) I am sorry I kept you waiting. How long ? (f) Scarcely had the teacher gone out of the room .
(g) I didn’t have her mobile number. If I knew her (g) Had I the wings of a bird, .
number . (h) Don't hide it from me. I know the committee of
(h) While we are in our classroom, . which .
(i) I need to go to Dhaka right now. Do you know (i) So, you can borrow my camera on condition that .
when ? (j) The poem is too difficult for .
(j) I am not fond of jokes.  who tell jokes all the 25. Complete the following sentences with suitable
time. clauses/phrases: —
22. Complete the following sentences with suitable (a) The poor work hard so that . About 26%
clauses/phrases: — people are poor in our country.
(a) Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man (b) , I'll give you a reward. So tell me the truth.
healthy, wealthy and wise. You must go to bed (c) Hiroshima is a city of Japan where . Many
early so that . people were killed.
(b) Shantanu was expecting a brilliant result. (d)  is very harmful. We should not allow the
Hardly had the result been published when . children to play in the sun.
(c) The poem was too difficult for . The teacher (e) Very often I take my breakfast outside. The
told the students to listen to him carefully. hotel's breakfast is so enormous that .
(d) Climate change is so alarming that it . We (f) No sooner had she finished cooking . We
must be aware of this fact. were so hungry.
(e) Trees are very important for our existence on (g) Unless you finish your home work, . So
earth. We should stop cutting trees. It is high finish your home work first.
time we . (h) I couldn't tolerate him then. He spoke as if .
(f) We can ensure a healthy and comfortable life (i) Our main profession is agriculture. So we can
by . not help .
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(j) Most of the educational institutions are poor in (f) I was too weak . I had been ill for seven
respect of facilities. It is high time . days.
26. Complete the following sentences with suitable (g) You must have confidence in your ability. If
clauses/phrases: — you , you will be successful.
(a) Though I trusted you with the money, . I (h) She is not the captain of the class, but she behaves
have no other alternative but to file a case as if .
against you. (i) Traffic jam occurs because we do not have
(b) I collected the newspaper in order that . I enough public transports. It is high time .
needed a way to support my poor father. (j) He was really in a great danger. He came here
(c) The old mother was shocked . She was weeping with a view to  from you, but you
bitterly. disappointed him.
(d) No sooner had he heard the news . I could 29. Complete the following sentences with suitable
not even tell him the address. clauses/ phrases: —
(e) Those  shall not suffer any way. Honesty is (a) Time flies very fast. Five years passed since —.
always the best policy. (b) The man was very weak, but he had to carry a
(f) His silence proved that . So, the verdict went big box. The box was too heavy for —.
against him. (c) Scarcely had he reached the station —.
(g) Those who live in glass houses . Otherwise, (d) I was very busy with my exam. If I —, I would
they will meet their own misery. have joined your birthday celebration.
(h) Only the wearer knows . Therefore, we (e) He was surely out of his mind. He — as if he
should not ignore when someone complains. had been the president of the function.
(i) Advice is often given but . And this is why, (f) There goes the proverb, "United we stand,
the person who gives advice is found making divided we fall." It is high time we —.
the same folly. (g) Playing in the sun may make you sick. Avoid
(j) A person is known by . So we all have to be playing in the sun lest you —.
careful about the people we mix with. (h) Overburden of responsibility never brings
27. Complete the following sentences with suitable happiness. So people say, "Uneasy lies the head
clauses/ phrases: — ."
(a) There are many obstacles in our way to success. (i) He is supposed to join the bridal party. So we
We must work hard so that . are looking forward to receiving him.
(b) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Eventually he — before we started for the
Would that .
programme.
(c) When I got down from the train, I saw my
(j) Yesterday, I was in great danger. Then I felt
friend, Ripon. It was long since .
(d) Five years have passed since . I still miss him like —.
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very much.
(e) I did not know anything of the matter. , I clauses/ phrases: —
would have told him about it. (a) Have you ever been to the Cox's Bazar sea-
(f) The poem was too difficult . The teacher told beach? That is the .
us to listen to him very carefully. (b)  goes the saying. So, we must stick to
(g) Some students adpot unfair means in the honesty at any cost.
examinations. It is high time . (c) Man cannot live alone. He lives with others in
(h) If I had a camera, . I like photography very society. These other people are .
much.
(d) You are always late in the class. You have to be
(i) Don't worry. I will join you after I . Then we
will play together. punctual lest you should miss the .
(j) You take so much food at dinner. You will (e) Exercise is very essential for health. If you take
suffer unless . regular exercise .
28. Complete the following sentences with suitable (f) The 16th December is a red letter day in the
clauses/ phrases: — history of Bangladesh. On this day, we .
(a) It is mobile phone that has . It is a great (g) Munia is very serious about her studies. She
invention of science. wants to be a doctor so that 
(b) Don't tell a lie. There is nobody who . (h) Cricket is getting popular very rapidly. One
(c) Five years have passed since . I miss him day, Bangladesh Tigers can become the number
very much.
one team in ODIs provided .
(d) There goes a proverb, "Grasp all, ". If you
want to get everything at a time, you may end (i) I have a dream to fly in the sky. Had I .
up losing everything. (j) The terrified rabbit shouted, 'O eagle, don't kill
(e) Though it rained yesterday, . I had an urgent me'. The voice helped the eagle spot the rabbit
task. easily and so she flew down and  up in her
talons.
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In the last autuman vacation I (a) — (get) sufficient


Question No  5 Read the text and fill in gaps time. So I (b) — (make) up my mind to make a
with correct form of verbs as per subject and journey by train from Dhaka to Chittagong. I (c) —
(reach) the station about half an hour before the
context. 0.510=5 departure of the train. It (d) — (be) then a very busy
1. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct time. Rickshaw, motorcars and other vehicles (e) —
form of verbs as per subject and context: [DB-2017] (come) to the station with passengers. Coolies (f) —
Road mishap (a) — (happen) in our country almost (run) behind them. There (g) — (be) shouts and rush
everyday. Recently it (b) — (rise) to an alarming of the passengers and the coolies. After sometime
rate (c) — (take) a heavy toll of human lives. The hearing a whistle, the passengers (h) — (stand) in a
members of a family remain anxious if someone (d) queue before the ticket counter. I also (i) — (stand)
— (travel) in a bus. In most cases, reckless driving in the line and (j) — (buy) a second class ticket.
(e) — (cause) road accidents. The drivers are in the 5. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs in the brackets as per subject and
habit of (f) — (violate) traffic rules. Road accidents context: — [JB-2017]
can be (g) — (lessen) if the drivers drive their Most of the people who (a) — (appear) most often
vehicles carefully. People should be conscious in and most gloriously in the pages of history (b) —
this respect. While (h) — (cross) the road, they (be) great conquerors and generals and soldiers,
should be careful. Some people travel (i) — (climb) whereas the people who really (c) — (help)
on the roof of the buses and trains. Traffic rules civilization forward are often never (d) — (mention)
must be maintained strictly with a view to (j) — at all. We do not know who first (e) — (set) a
(control) road accidents. broken leg, or launched a sea worthy boat or (f) —
2. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct (calculate) the length of a year, but we (g) —
form of verbs as per subject and context: [CB-2017] (know) all about the killers and destroyers. People
think a great deal of them, so much so that on all the
English (a) — (be) the most widely used international
highest pillars in great cities of the world you (h) —
language. It (b) — (learn) to communicate with the
(find) figures of a conqueror or a general or a
foreigners for various purposes such as (c) —
soldier. And I think that most people (i) — (believe)
(maintain) co-operation, co-existence and
that the greatest countries are those that (j) — (beat)
exchanging business information. There are also
in the battle the greatest number of countries and
certain jobs which (d) — (require) a good functional
ruled over them as conquerors.
knowledge of English. The jobs of a pilot, a
postman, a telephone operator, a tour guide, a 6. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
mechanic, a receptionist of an international hotel, an form of verbs as per subject and context: [CtgB-2017]
executive of a multinational firm etc. (e) — (be) a The liberation war of Bangladesh inspired many
few of them. Besides, a student (f) — (wish) to go artists, singers and cultural activists. Eminent artiste
for higher studies must learn English because the Shaheen Samad (a) — (join) Bangladesh Mukti
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books on advanced education are mostly (g) — Sangrami Shilpi Sangstha during the liberation war.
(write) in English. So, the importance and demand She along with others (b) — (inspire) millions with
of learning English in our country can, in no way, her voice (c) — (raise) funds for the refugee camps.
be (h) — (ignore). Rather, we should (i) — (put) The cultural troupe used to (d) — (travel) to refugee
high importance on (j) — (learn) English to make camps and different areas in Mukta Anchal. They
room for ourselves in the competitive world. (e) — (perform) patriotic songs and arranged puppet
shows, besides, (f) — (stage) dramas. Shaheen
3. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
Samad said, "Liberation war always (g) — (be) an
form of verbs: — [RB-2017]
inspiration for me." She sang a lot of songs during
It has been over three hundred years since emperor that time and now (h) — (feel) honoured to have
Shah Jahan of Delhi (a) — (build) the Taj Mahal as a been able to inspire the freedom fighters. She has
tomb for his wife in Agra. Architecturally, it (b) — the memorable harmonium with which she sang in
(be) one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. 1971. Now she (i) — (wish) to hand it over to
The building (c) — (make) of fine white marble with liberation war museum. This eminent artiste wants
inlays of coloured marble. It (d) — (have) eight sides live performance of those moving songs on TV
and many open arches. It (e) — (rest) on a platform or channel, at least one song in a week and thus (j) —
terrace of red sandstone. Four slender white towers (f) (cover) all the year round.
— (rise) from the corners of the terrace. A large dome
(g) — (stand) above the centre of the building. Around 7. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs: — [SB-2017]
this large dome there (h) — (be) four smaller domes.
Just inside the outer walls, there is an open corridor Jerry is an orphan. He (a) (come) — to the
from which the visitors (i) — (look) through carved Orphanage at the age of four. He (b) (lose) — his
marble screens into a central room. The bodies of Shah parents in his infancy. Then, he (c) (commit) — to
Jahan and his wife Mumtaz (j) — (lie) in two graves the care of the Orphanage. He could hardly (d)
below this room. (recollect) — his parents' memory. In spite of (e)
(be) — an orphan, he had developed a strong fabric
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
of morality. His inimitable morality (f) (draw) —
form of verbs as per subject and context: [DjB-2017]
him close to the writer. The writer (g) (impress) —
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with him. She started (h) (show) — affection for (g) (destroy) as a result of the dropping of atom bombs.
him. Jerry (i) (take) — her for his mother. He However, the emergence of Bangladesh as an
fabricated a lie (j) (win) — her heart. independent nation (h) (become) a momentous event.
8. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct After a bloody war of nine months Bangladesh (i)
form of verbs as per subject and context: [BB-2017] (bear). Now we (j) (hold) our heads high in the
Air (a) (be) — an important element of the community of nations.
environment. But it is constantly being (b) — 13. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
(pollute) in many ways. We make fire to cook food form of verbs as per subject and context: [JB-2016]
and (c) — (do) many works. This fire emits smoke Idle brain is devil's workshop. If we (a)  (waste)
which (d) —. (contaminate) air. Vehicles pollute air our time in idleness, all sorts of evil thoughts will
to a great extent by (e) — (burn) fuel. Air pollution crowd our brain. Idle persons who (b)  (kill) their
also (f) — (happen) when coal and oil (g) — (burn). time are burdens of society. They (c)  (sit) idle
Mills and factories can be (h) — (hold) responsible and cherish no high ideal and lofty ambition in life.
for this pollution. It is high time we (i) — (check) They (d)  (not support) themselves. They (e) 
air pollution. Otherwise we (j) — (suffer) a lot. (lead) an unhappy life and (f)  (suffer) in the long
9. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form run. There should be time for reading, for office or
of verbs as per subject and context: [DB-2016] other work, time for physical exercise, time for
Football is a favourite game in our country. It (a) — recreation and time for prayer. This (g)  (indicate)
(arrange) between two teams (b) — (contain) eleven that we should do everything at the right moment.
players each. The captains of both teams (c) — We (h)  (lead) a healthy and prosperous life only
(lead) their groups. This is the most exciting and when we (i)  (follow) the routine which we (j) 
enjoyable game ever (d) — (play) across the world. (make) for our guidance.
It (e) — (run) for an hour and a half with an interval 14. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form
after half of the time (f) — (be) over. Any football of verbs as per subject and context: [CtgB-2016]
tournament (g) — (arrange) between two strong
teams can be exciting. The result (h) — (remain) To err is human. If a man commits crime anytime
almost unpredictable till the end because any team and repents truly for his misdeed, he may (a) —
might win the other team (i) — (score) a goal within (forgive). But the man who (b) — (not, give up) the
seconds. The referee is to see whether rules and wrong, (c) — (suffer) surely. In the long run, he (d)
order (j) — (maintain) by the players. — (will take) to the land of death. The old sailor (e)
10. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct — (be) a wrong-doer in his long journey. He
form of verbs as per subject and context : [CB-2016] committed a crime (f) — (kill) a sea bird (g) —
Parents (a) — (be) blessings of God to us. When a (call) Albatross. That crime ultimately (h) — (bring)
child (b) — (bear), their joys (c) — (know) no bad luck to them. The ship (i) — (leave) in the icy
bounds. They (d) — (start) (e) — (think) of (f) — sea. The sun shone over their head. The wind (j) —
(nurse) and (g) — (bring) up their children. They (h)

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(drop) down. It was a great disaster.
— (remain) safe under the custody of their parents
since birth. Parents never mind (i) — (take) pains 15. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
for the upbringing of their off-spring. We (j) — form of verbs as per subject and context : [SB-2016]
never (offend) our parents. One night the entire village was sleeping. The boy
11. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form Bayazid Bustami was busy in study. His mother (a)
of verbs as per subject and context: [RB-2016] — (sleep). Suddenly she woke up and (b) — (feel)
Once there (a) — (live) an idle king. He (b) — (not thirsty. (c) — (call) her son, she told her son to give
undergo) physical labour. As a result, he (c) — (get) her a glass of water and (d) — (fall) a sleep again.
bulky and could not move from one place to
When Bayazid went to the pitcher, he (e) — (find) it
another. He (d) — (call) in a doctor. The doctor (e)
— (be) clever and wise. He did not (f) — empty. So, he went out with the pitcher in search of
(prescribe) any medicine for the king. He asked the water. After a while he (f) — (come) back home
king to buy a club and (g) — (move) it in the air till with water and found his mother (g) — (sleep).
his hands (h) — (get) moistened. The king started Then he waited (h) — (stand) by her bed with a
(i) — (follow) the prescription. Thus, the king (j) glass of water. He did not make any sound lest she
— (relieve) of his problem. (i) — (wake) up. Suddenly his mother woke up and
12. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form saw him with the glass of water. At once she (j) —
of verbs as per subject and context: [DjB-2016] (understand) what was the matter.
Many events of great importance (a) (take) place 16. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
during the last century. Significant advances (b)
(make) in the field of science and technology. Many form of verbs as per subject and context: [BB-2016]
European colonies (c) (gain) independence. The There are many people who (a)  (not take) physical
movement for democracy (d) (become) prominent in exercise. They can hardly (b)  (realize) that they
many parts of the world. Two World Wars (e) (break) themselves (c)  (ruin) their health. They (d) 
out in this century. It also (f) (witness) the misuse of
atomic energy. Two cities of Japan were completely (fall) victim to many diseases. Life (e)  (become)
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dull to them. They (f)  (remain) always ill to it. He thought that the ghost (i)  (have) some
tempered. We (g)  (build) good health and sound message for him. He felt perhaps it (j)  (tell) him
mind through physical exercise. Physical exercise (h) the truth about his father's death.
21. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
 (make) our body active and the muscles strong. It form of verbs as per subject and context :
also (i)  (improve) our power of digestion and Nobel prizes (a)  (award) every year for
blood circulation. It (j)  (give) strength to our brain. outstanding achievements in the field of science,
17. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct literature and for (b)  (promote) world peace.
form of verbs as per subject and context Under this prize, the prize winner (c)  (get) a gold
It is high time, we (a) — (use) our brain about the medal, a certificate and a large sum of money. This
curse of dowry. The issues of dowry (b) — (have) prize (d)  (give) to persons with most outstanding
contributions in six fields, namely, physics,
be considered in view of a country's socio- chemistry, physiology or Medicine, Literature,
economic, cultural, political circumstances. United Peace and Economics. Economics (e)  (add) in
efforts (c) — (require) to put an end to violence the list in 1969 for the first time. One prize is
against women. A specific frame work must (d) — awarded in each field. If there are more than one
(draw) up to (e) — (implement). Anyway, we can recipient of the prize in one field, the prize money is
hope that dowry (f) — (come) to an end in the time equally (f)  (distribute) amongst all the winners.
to come. We dare to (g) — (hope) so because our The prize was (g)  (institute) by a man who (h) 
girls are being (h) — (educate) day by day. Parents' (be) the inventor of the science of destruction. This
scientist was Alfred Nobel. He (i)  (bear) in
mentality (i) — (change) gradually. People (j) —
Stockholm on 21st October, 1833 and he (j)  (die)
(be) more conscious. on the 10th December, 1896.
18. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct 22. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs as per subject and context form of verbs as per subject and context :
My 17th birth day ceremony (a)  (hold) yesterday. Most of the students of our country (a)  (be)
On the occasion, the whole house (b)  (decorate) experts in (b)  (memorise) answers. They (e) 
very nicely. All the rooms (c)  (clean). A dining (prepare) notes themselves. They get them (d)  (
table (d)  (set) in the middle of the dining room. prepare) by their tutors. Their tutors exercise their
Various delicious items of food (e)  (cook) by my brain for the students. So, the (e)  (think) power
mother. An order (f)  (give) for a birthday cake. of the students (f)  (not develop). They (g)  (not
The guests who (g)  (invite) started to come. They have) any command of the language. They, of
(h)  (welcome) by my parents. They (i)  (tell) to course, (h)  ( do) well in the examination. But for
sit in the drawing room. The cake (j)  (bring) in this, they can (i)  ( claim) no credit of' their own.
time.
This result (j)  (not help) them in their later life.
19. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
23. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
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form of verbs as per subject and context:


Tigers (a)  (know) as ferocious animals. But they form of verbs as per subject and context :
Flood is a natural calamity. It (a)  (visit) our country
hardly (b)  (kill) any animal when they are not
hungry. Usually, tigers (c)  (reside) in the deep almost every year. Floods (b)  (cause) a great havoc
to our crops, houses, livestocks etc. During floods,
forest. They are hardly (d)  (see) in the open
unless there is a strong necessity. They often remain people (c)  (become) very helpless; they (d)  (not
(e)  (hide) under the deep green in search of their get) food to eat, pure water to drink, medicine for (e)
prey. Whenever they (f)  (see) any prosperous  (treat) diseases. During the last flood, the Food
prey, they take a pose (g)  (fall) upon it. Tigers Minister (f)  (come) to our village. He gave us
often (h)  (unite) themselves so that they (i)  drinking water and other relief materials. He also (g)
(attack) their prey from different directions. An  (assure) us that we (h)  (need) not feel worried
adult tiger (j)  (devour) 20 to 30 kilograms of because he (i)  (be) always with us. Flood is an usual
meat in a single day. phenomenon and if proper steps (j)  (take), we can
20. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct prevent it to some extent.
form of verbs as per subject and context: 24. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
Hamlet was the prince of Denmark. He was brave form of verbs as per subject and context :
and a noble young man who was interested in games The news of your sudden admission into Sylhet
and sports. But suddenly he (a)  (change) totally. Medical College Hospital (a)  (take) me aback. I
The change happened because of a great sorrow that have learnt that you (b)  (suffer) from gastric pain
(b)  (fall) upon him. In a mysterious way his father, for about a week. I (c)  (be) beside you in the
old king Hamlet (c)  (die). Hamlet's best friend hospital. But you (d)  (know) my test examination
Horatio one day (d)  (come) to him with a strange (e)  (go) on. It (f)  (finish) on the 17th instant.
story. The soldiers on guard on the castle (e)  (see) Immediately after the examination I (g)  (come)
the ghost of the old king. At midnight it (f)  to meet you. I (h)  (send) my younger brother,
(appear) in the armour of the king. Hamlet (g)  (not Mukul to hand you some books. These (i)  (help)
rest) till he saw the ghost himself and (h)  (speak)
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you to remove your boredom. (j)  (not, get) Today we (a)  (be) a free nation. We (b)  (have)
nervous. to take great pains to achieve freedom. Our War of
25. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct Liberation (c)  (take) place in 1971. People of all
form of verbs as per subject and context : walks of life (d)  (come) forward and got (e) 
A proverb goes that time and tide wait for none. (involve) in the war directly or indirectly. Many a
None a)  (call) it back. A man b)  (get) back his man (f)  (kill) in the battlefield. They never (g) 
lost money and wealth but cannot get back his lost (flee) from the battlefield (h)  (show) their backs.
time. Time once lost c)  (lose) forever. So we d) Rather all of them (i)  (contribute) much to (j) 
 (make) the best use of our time. We e)  (do) (achieve) independence.
our work in time. If we put off our work for 30. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
tomorrow, we do not get time to do it at all. There form of verbs as per subject and context :
are some people who waste their time for nothing. Dowry (a)  (regard) as a great curse in our
They cannot prosper in life. They f) — (depend) on society. It may (b)  (compare) to cancer that (c)
others. If we read the biography of the great men,  (increase) in our society at a great speed. The
fathers of the brides (d)  (victimize) for dowry. If
we g)  (realize) it. They h)  (waste) a single
steps (e)  (take) against those greedy people, it (f)
moment uselessly. They i)  (be) very industrious  (grasp) our society. It is mainly (g)  (notice)
from their childhood. We can prosper in life only by among the rich who demand dowry with a view to
j)  (follow) their lives. (h)  (fulfill) their greed. So, we have to (i) 
26. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct (develop) morality. The culprits should (j) 
form of verbs as per subject and context : (punish) to put an end to this social curse.
There are many reasons for which many students in
our country (a) — (fail) in English. One of the main mycvi wUcm&: Context -‰i gGaÅ verb-‰i
reasons is that English is a foreign language. mwVK eÅenvGii RbÅ context evi evi coGZ
English is as if it (b) — (be) a language (c) — nGe| Sentence-‰i subject, tense, situation
(mean) for a particular class of people. It (d) —
BZÅvw` welqàGjv ˆLqvj ˆiGL verb-‰i
(regard) as a sheer wastage of time. They (e) —
(begin) to cram English as though they (f) — DchyÚ form eÅenvi KiGe|
(consider) cramming is the only way to learn
English. But (g) — (have) they been earnest in
learning English, they could have (h) — (learn) it
easily. Moreover they are not (i) — (motivate)
properly. In addition the textbooks (j) — (not write)
according to the need of the learners.
27. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs as per subject and context :
When I (a)  (enter) the restaurant, I found that it (b)
 (be) quite crowded. I took a seat and (c)  (order)

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my meal. While I (d)  (wait) for my rice and fish to
arrive, I looked around to see if there (e)  (be)
anyone in the restaurant whom I (f)  (know). Then I
noticed a man (g)  (sit) at a corner table near the
door. He kept (h)  (glance) in my direction as if he
knew me. But I was sure I had never (i)  (see) him
before. He (j)  (have) a newspaper open in front of
him. He was pretending to read it, but actually he was
keeping an eye on me all the time.
28. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs as per subject and context :
Idle brain is devils workshop. If we (a)  (waste)
our time in idleness, all sorts of evil thoughts will
crowd our brain. Idle persons who (b)  (kill) their
time are burdens on society. They (c)  (sit) idle
and cherish no high ideal and lofty ambition in life.
They not (d)  (support) themselves. They (e) 
(lead) an unhappy life and (f)  (suffer) in the long
run. There should be time for reading, for office or
other work, time for prayer. This (g)  (indicate)
that we should do everything at the right moment.
We (h)  (lead) a healthy and prosperous life only
when we (i)  (follow) the routine which we (j) 
(make) for our guidance.
29. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct
form of verbs as per subject and context :
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Question No 
6 Read the following passage 7. Read the text and change the sentences as
directed: [SB-2017]
and change the following sentences as directed (a) Most of the people of our country are living in the
in brackets: 15=5 rural areas. (Make it interrogative without the change
1. Read the text and change the sentences as of meaning) (b) They are peace loving. (Make it
directed:— [DB-2017] complex) (c) They are more patriotic and industrious.
Frugality is a good habit. (a) A man who is frugal (Make it positive) (d) They love their motherland
does not like to spend money without reasons profoundly. (Make it passive) (e) Although they are
(Simple). (b) The target of a frugal man is to save insolvent, they do not adopt any unfair means to
money for future (Make it Complex). (c) Every one become rich overnight. (Make it simple)
should practice frugality to make a well planned 8. Read the text and change the sentences as
family (Make it Passive). (d) A frugal man lives a directed: [BB-2017]
solvent life (Make it Negative). (e) A frugal man is (a) Jim and Della sacrificed their dearest possessions in
happier than a prodigal man (Make it Positive). order to buy Christmas presents for each other
2. Read the text and change the sentences as (Compound). (b) Della had an ardent desire to give her
directed: — [CB-2017] husband a worthy gift (Complex). (c) Jim also thought
(a) Some essential agricultural inputs are to be how he could give his wife a nice gift (Simple). (d)
ensured to increase our food production. (Make it Della saved a scanty amount of money for this
active) (b) The farmers who are poor do not get (Passive). (e) Jim was one of the sincerest husbands
loans on easy terms. (Make it simple) (c) What a that we have ever known (Positive).
pity! (Make it Assertive) (d) The farmers do not get
9. Read the text and change the sentences as
the facilities necessary for food production. (Make it
directed: [DB-2016]
complex to) (e) Unfortunately, they do not get the
due price of their products. (Make it compound) (a) Pohela Baishakh is undoubtedly the most
3. Read the text and change the sentences as direct: celebrated festival in Bangladesh. (Complex) (b) It
[RB-2017] is the first day of the Bengali year when the city
roads get so jam packed. (Simple) (c) Almost
(a) It was 1971 when Bangladesh achieved
independence. (Simple) (b) It is the most significant everyone enjoys the day in his own way. (Passive)
event in the history of Bangladesh. (Comparative) (c) (d) Although I do not like gathering, I enjoy the
Our Freedom Fighters sacrificed their lives for the activities of this day. (Compound) (e) It is one of
independence of Bangladesh. (Complex) (d) It was a the most interesting days of the year. (Positive)
great struggle for them. (Exclamatory) (e) We shall 10. Read the text and change the sentences as
always remember them with pride. (Compound) directed: [CB-2016]
4. Read the text and change the sentences as We are very much proud of our freedom fighters.
directed: [DjB-2017] (a) They fought for the country with a patriotic zeal
(a) Water, an important vital element of (Make it compound). (b) They are the most
environment, is polluted in various ways (complex). courageous sons of our nation (Make it positive). (c)
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It is called life. (b) The water which is pure is Everybody admires and respects them greatly
necessary for us (simple). (c) Men pollute water by (Make it passive). (d) Nobody denies their
throwing waste in it (compound). (d) The farmers contribution to their motherland (Make it
use water in time of cultivation largely (passive). (e) interrogative). (e) They will never be forgotten by
It is one of the most important elements of all living their countrymen to the end (Make it affirmative).
beings (positive). 11. Read the text and change the sentences as
5. Read the text and change the sentences as directed:—
directed: [JB-2017]
We are very much proud of our freedom fighters. (a) (a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (Make it
They fought for the country with a patriotic zeal. exclamatory) (b) People of all ages enjoy this
(make it compound) (b) They are the most courageous game. (Make it passive) (c) At present cricket is the
sons of our nation. (make it positive) (c) Everybody most popular game in our country. (Make it
admires and respects them greatly. (make it passive) comparative) (d) Though cricket is a costly game,
(d) Nobody denies their contribution to their people of all classes enjoy playing it. (Make it
motherland. (make it interrogative without changing simple) (e) Bangladesh is a test playing country but
meaning) (e) They will never be forgotten by their its standard is not high. (Make it complex)
countrymen to the end. (make it affirmative) 12. Read the text and change the sentences as direction:
6. Read the text and change the sentences as directed: [DjB-2016]
[CtgB-2017]
(a) Long ago there was a king who was very wise (a) Anger is nothing but a vice. (Interrogative)
(Make it simple). (b) People called him wise (b) It is compared to flame. It begets only the
Solomon (make it passive). (c) Actually at that time worst. (Negative)
he was the wisest of all (Make it comparative). (d) (c) So we should control it for our sake. (Passive)
There was another ruler also named Queen of Sheba (d) He who is taken by anger causes a lot of
(Make it complex). (e) One day, she thought troubles. (Simple)
Solomon’s wisdom should not remain untested (e) Realising it we should try to be emotionally
(Make it affirmative). balanced. (Compound)
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13. Transform the sentences as directed: —[JB-2016] The visitors go there to enjoy natural beauties
(a) Helal refused the money. (Negative) (Compound). (e) Those who become tired may
(b) Nasir earnestly desires to see her once. go to relax there (Simple).
(Exclamatory) 19. Read the following passage and change the
(c) The house which I live in at present is sentences as directed. [RB-2015]
comfortable. (Simple) (a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (Exclamatory)
(b) People of all ages enjoy this game. (Passive) (c)
(d) He delivered a speech and everybody admired
At present cricket is the most popular game in our
it. (Simple)
country. (Positive) (d) Bangladesh is one of the
(e) It disturbed him but he did not know the reason. weakest Test Playing Countries. (Comparative) So,
(Complex) most of the people do not like watching test cricket.
14. Read the text and change the sentences as (e) They are fond of watching "Twenty-twenty"
directed: — [CtgB-2016] cricket. (Interrogative)
No person can be happy without friends. So, (a) 20. Read the following passage and change the
everybody wants friends. (Make it Negative without underlined sentences as directed. [DjB-2015]
changing the meaning) (b) The heart is formed for love (a) Once Taimur attacked the province of a
and cannot be happy without the opportunity of giving powerful prince. (Make it passive) (b) He entered
and receiving love. (Complex) (c) But you cannot find the kingdom of the prince and captured a large
others to love you unless you love them. (Simple) (d) village. (Make it Simple) (c) As soon as the prince
You cannot be happy without it. (Make it Interrogative heard the news, he came with a large army. (Make it
without changing the meaning) So (e) as love is divine, negative). (d) The village was surrounded on all
everybody wants to love. (Compound) sides. (Make it active) (e) Taimur disguised himself
15. Read the text and change the sentences as as a poor traveller to survive. (Make it Complex)
directed: — [SB-2016] 21. Read the following passage and change the
The Tajmahal, the unique tomb, is the 7th wonder of underlined sentences. [JB-2015]
the world. (a) It was three hundred years ago since (a) I read Nazneen's letter published on 5th January
emperor Shah Jahan built the Taj. (Make it simple). (b) (complex). (b) I can understand her problems
As he loved his wife Mamtaj very much, he built it as a (commpound). (c) Nazneen thinks that things are
tomb of his dear wife (Make it compound). (c) The always rosy in a nuclear family (Simple). (d) She
building was made with fine white marbles. (Make it admires the advantages of a nuclear family
active). (d) It rests on a platform of red stone, therefore (passive). (e) But how mistaken she is! (assertive).
it looks very nice. (Make it complex). (e) The 22. Change the underlined sentences as directed.
Tajmahal is one of the most beautiful buildings in the [CtgB-2015]
world. (Make it positive). Many tourists come here to (a) English is more used than any other language.
enjoy the scenery of the Taj. (Positive) (b) Organisations frequently need
16. Read the text and change the sentences as employees who have a good command of English.

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directed:— [BB-2016] (Simple) (c) An English knowing man can earn
(a) The Chinese put a lot of emphasis on the unity better salary. (Passive) (d) English is spoken all over
(Make it passive). (b) The parks are crowded the world. (Active) (e) We should learn English to
(negative without changing meaning). (c) There are make a room for us in the competitive world.
lots of clean parks in the cities (Compound). (d) In (Complex).
the evening many families watch television and 23. Read the following Passage and change the
spend their free time (Simple). (e) Life becomes dull underlined sentences as directed. [SB-2015]
without recreation (Complex). (a) Jerry was a small boy who lived in the
17. Read the following passage and change the following orphanage. (Simple) (b) He was the strongest of all
sentences as directed in brackets : [DB-2015] the boys (Positive). He used to cut wood for the
writer. (c) He also did some unnecessary things for
(a) Bayazid Bostami was one of the greatest saints
her. (Passive). (d) His mother visited him at the
of Islam. (Positive) (b) One night, while
orphanage in autumn. (Complex) (e) One morning
reading, his mother asked him for a glass of water.
the writer was awakened by the sound of his tapping
(Passive) (c) There was no drinking water in the
on the door (Active). She did not say anything,
house, so he went out to fetch it. (Complex).
though she was disturbed.
(d)When he came back, he found his mother
24. Read the following passage and change the
sleeping (Compound) (e) Thus what he
underlined sentences as directed in brackets :
showed was a great love and respect to his mother.
[BB-2015]
(Simple)
I was extremely tired. (a) I lay down on the grass
18. Read the following passage and change the
which was very soft and short. (Compound) (b)
underlined sentences as directed in brackets :
When I woke up, it was day-light (Simple). (c) I
[CB-2015]
attempted to rise but could not. (Complex) (d) I was
(a) Cox's Bazar sea-beach is the largest sea-beach in strongly fastened to the ground (Active voice). I
the world (Complex). (b) It is one of the most could only look upwards. I could see nothing except
beautiful sea-beaches in the world (Positive). (c) It the sky. (e) The sun grew hot and its bright light
is called pleasure seekers' paradise (Active). (d) hurt my eyes. (Complex)
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25. Read the following passage and change the parliament buildings. (Positive) (d) As it is a highly
underlined sentences as directed in brackets: complex structure its annual maintenance cost is
[CB-2014] about 50 million Taka. (Simple) (e) It is very
(a) Mobile phone is one of the greatest inventions difficult for a poor country like Bangladesh to bear
this high expense. (Negative)
(positive). (b) Scientists believe that mobile phones
cause brain tumour (compound). (c) Millions of 31. Read the following passage and change the
people are getting benefits from mobile phones but underlined sentences as directed: [BB-2014]
most are unaware of the danger of it (complex). (d) (a) Eve-teasing is one of the serious problems.
The consumers of mobile phones are increasing day (make it positive). (b) It is an inhuman and
by day (Interrogative). (e) But the children are barbarous act. (make it negative). (c) The problem
affected much by mobile phones (active). cannot be solved overnight. (make it active voice)
(d) We should create public awareness to solve this
26. Read the following passage and change the problem. (make it complex) (e) Moral lesson is
underlined sentences as directed: [RB-2014] essential for this. (make it interrogative).
(a) Health is wealth. (Make it complex)
32. Read the following passage and change the
(b) A healthy poor man is happier than a sick underlined sentences as directed. [DB-2013]
moneyed man. (Make it positive) Success will not come to one's life automatically. (a)
(c) When a healthy man is an asset to his family, Do you know it? (Passive) (b) An industrious boy
an unhealthy man is a liability. (Make it will shine in life. (Complex) (c) A life with an
compound) assignment is an actual life. (Negative) (d) None can
(d) He can succeed in life. (Make it interrogative) receive any reward unless he works hard. (Simple)
(e) Everybody must be conscious of health. (Make (e) It is evident that industry is one of the greatest
it negative) virtues. (Positive)
27. Read the following passage and change the 33. Read the following passage and transform the
underlined sentences as directed: [DjB-2014] underlined sentences as directed in brackets:
(a) Once a cook roasted a duck for his master. [CB-2013]
(Passive) (b) The roast looked so delicious that he (a) A true friend is an asset (Complex). (b) He helps
could not resist his temptation. (Simple) So, he ate his friend when he is in danger (Simple). (c) He
one of the drumsticks. (c) As soon as the master sat does not leave his friend (Affirmative). (d) A true
down to eat, he noticed the missing leg. (Negative) friend is hardly found (Active). (e) He is as good as
(d) He asked him about the missing leg. (Complex) an honest man (Comparative).
(e) It is quite impossible to convince anybody with 34. Read the following passage and change the
an implausible answer. (Exclamatory) underlined sentences as directed: [JB-2013]
28. Read the following passage and change the (a) The old sailor shot the Albatross (Passive). (b)
underlined sentences as directed: [CtgB-2014] At this the sailors were very angry with him
Rio Carnival, a famous celebration of Brazil, is held (Negative). (c) Their throats were dry and they
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in February. (a) This carnival was introduced in could not speak (Complex). (d) Since the old sailor
Brazil by the Portuguese in 1641 to celebrate their killed the bird, he brought bad luck to the sailors
independence from Spanish domination. (Make it (Simple). (e) It was a very unlucky day
Complex) (b) The first carnival which was held in (Exclamatory).
Rio de Jennerio lasted a week. (Make it Compound) 35. Read the following passage and change the
(c) When the carnival is celebrated, the whole city underlined sentences as directed in the brackets:
explodes with music, dancing and excitement. [RB-2013; CtgB-2011]
(Make it Simple) (d) They are organized by Samba (a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (Exclamatory)
Schools. (Make it Active) (e) It is one of the most (b) People of all ages enjoy this game. (Passive). (c)
enjoyable festivals in Brazil. (Make it Positive) At present cricket is the most popular game in our
29. Read the following passage and change the country. (Positive). (d) Bangladesh is one of the
underlined sentences as direct: [JB-2014] weakest test playing countries (Comparative). So,
(a) Health is wealth (Make it complex). Good health most of the people do not like watching test cricket.
is a guarantee for happiness. (b) A healthy poor man (e) They are fond of watching "Twenty-twenty"
is happier than a sick moneyed man (Make it cricket. (Interrogative)
positive). (c) Though a healthy man is an asset to his 36. Read the following passage and change the
family, an unhealthy man is a liability (Make it underlined sentences as directed: [DjB-2013]
compound). (d) A healthy man succeeds in life (a) Jim and Della sacrificed their dearest
(Make it interrogative). (e) So, everybody cannot possessions in order to buy nice Christmas presents
but be conscious of health (Make it affirmative). for each other. (Make it compound) (b) Della had an
30. Read the following passage and change the ardent desire to give her husband a worthy gift.
underlined sentences as directed. [SB-2014] (Make it complex) (c) Jim also thought how he
(a) Our Parliament House at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in could give his wife a nice gift. (Make it simple) (d)
Dhaka is a triumph of modern architecture and Della saved a scanty amount of money for this.
technology. (Complex) (b) A famous American (Make it passive) (e) Jim was one of the sincerest
architect Louis I Kahn, designed this magnificent husbands that we have ever known. (Make it
building. (Passive) (c) It is one of the largest positive)
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37. Read the following passage and change the


underlined sentences as directed. [SB-2013]
(a) Everybody lives in society (Negative) (b) We
should not disturb social order (Affirmative). (c) If
we maintain it, we shall be able to lead a peaceful
life (Simple). (d) Who does not like peace?
(Assertive). (e) It is so much required (Active)
38. Read the following passage and change the
underlined sentences as directed : [BB-2013]
There are many virtues that man should possess, (a)
Truthfulness is one of the greatest virtues in a man's
life. (make it comparative). It indicates the quality
of a man. (b) Everybody respects a truthful person.
(make it interrogative). (c) A truthful person may
lead a poor life, but is honoured everywhere (make
it simple). (d) A truthful person is not afraid of
anybody. (make it complex) (e) It brings peace in
one's mind. (make it passive).
39. Read the following passage and change the
underlined sentences as directed in brackets:
[DB-2012]
(a) Anika wrote a letter to her mother yesterday.
(Passive) (b) She told her mother to send Tk. 1000
to buy some books (Complex) (c) In the letter, she
told her that she should not worry about her studies.
(Simple) (d) Her mother often writes to her.
(Interrogative) (e) She feels that her mother is better
than all other mothers in the world. (Superlative).
40. Read the following passage and change the
underlined sentence as directed in brackets:
[CB-2012]
(a) My friend invited me to pay a visit to Cox’s

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Bazar (Make it interrogative). (b) I gladly accepted
the invitation. (Make it passive). (c) When I reached
there, my friend received me cordially (Make it
compound). (d) I was very glad to see the sea-beach
(Make it exclamatory). (e) It was one of the most
memorable journeys in my life (Make it positive).
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Question No  7 Change the narrative style by "Please give me your English grammar book," said
Fahim. "I cannot give it," said Arman. "I have to take it
using direct/indirect speeches. 5 with me in the class." "I shall return the book before the
1. Change the narrative style by using indirect class starts." Said Fahim. "Take it" said Arman.
speeches: — [DB-2017] "Thanks," said Fahim.
"Follow my example," she said as we shook hands, 9. Change the narrative style by using indirect
"and never eat more than one thing for luncheon." speeches: — [DB-2016]
"I'll do better than that," I retorted. "I'll eat nothing "Where do you come from?" I asked him. "From
for dinner to-night." San Carlos," he said, and smiled. "I was taking care
"Humorist," she cried gaily, jumping into a cab. of animals." "Oh," I said, not quite understanding.
2. Change the narrative style by using indirect "Yes," he said, "I stayed, you see, taking care of
animals. I was the last one to leave the town of San
speeches: — [CB-2017]
Carlos."
"Have you saved something for the future?" said the
10. Change the narrative style by using indirect
rich man. "No," said the cobbler, "I am happy with speeches : — [CB-2016]
the present and think little about tomorrow." "No,
One day Hazrat Omar (R) became shocked to see
that would not do," said the richman. "I like to see the sufferings of a woman and said, "Where do you
you above want. Have this money and keep it." live?" The woman said, "I live in a poor hut south
3. Change the narrative style by using indirect end to this town. I'm hungry but there is no food in
speeches: — [RB-2017] my house. Will you give me something to eat?"
"Whose picture is it?" I asked. Hazrat Omar (R) said, "Go back home. I'm coming
"A little girl's of course," said Grandmother. with food and money for you."
"Can't you tell?" 11. Change the narrative style by using indirect
"Yes, but do you know the girl?" speeches: — [RB-2016]
"Yes, I knew her." said Granny "but she was a very
"Have you cut your nails short?" The teacher said to
wicked girl and I shouldn't tell you about her."
Maruf. "No, I've forgotten, Sir," said Maruf. "That's
4. Change the narrative style by using indirect very bad. You must be more careful about neatness
speeches: — [DjB-2017]
and cleanlines. By doing so, you can prevent
He said to me, "I am very sorry to trouble you, but I
diarrhoea and some other diseases too," said the
shall be much obliged if you will kindly lend me
teacher.
your dictionary." "I shall be very glad to be of
service to you, and you are welcome to any of my 12. Change the narrative style by using indirect
books that you think of use to you," said I. speeches: — [DjB-2016]
5. Change the narrative style by using direct "Have you saved something for future?" said the
speech: — [JB-2017] rich man. "No" said the cobbler. "I am happy with
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The teacher asked the students if they had heard the the present and think little about tomorrow." "No,
name of Aesop. The students respectfully replied that would not do," said the rich man. "I like to see
that they had not and asked the teacher who he had you above want. Have this money and keep it."
been. The teacher advised them to listen to his 13. Change the narrative style by using direct
lecture attentively and they would be able to know speeches: — [JB-2016]
about him. He also exclaimed with wonder that his
fables were very interesting and instructive. I told the rickshaw puller that he had carried me a
long way. Then I asked him how much I should pay
6. Change the narrative style by using direct
him. I further asked him if fifty taka would do. He
speeches: — [CtgB-2017]
replied that anything was all right.
The witness told the International Crimes Tribunal
that he had suddenly heard a gunshot and had gone 14. Change the narrative style by using indirect
towards the door. He added that he had seen many speeches : — [CtgB-2016]
Al-Badr men and the members of the Pakistani "Why are your children crying, my daughter?" said
army on his house premises. The judge asked him if the Caliph.
he had recognized some of the Al-Badr men. The "They have been starving," said the woman. "Have
witness answered that he could recognize one you none else in the world?" "My husband died
Hamid in his village who had brought the members some months ago. He left them neither money nor
of the Pakistani army to the village. any property. So, they are in great distress. They
7. Change the narrative style by using indirect have to starve sometimes." "Oh! Let me see, how I
speeches: — [SB-2017] can help you," said the Caliph.
"Why are you crying? Do you have any problem?"
asked the passerby. "I am crying because I have 15. Change the narrative style by using direct
none to look after me" said the street child. "Are speeches : — [SB-2016]
you hungry?" "Yes, I am." said the boy. Once I asked a little girl what her mother's name
8. Rewrite the following in the reported speech: — was. She repelied that she could remember her
[BB-2017] mother's name but she would not tell me that. She
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added that she did not tell her mother's name to you remember her face all these years?" "My
anyone whom she did not know. I exclaimed with mother lives in Mannville." "Have you seen her
admiration that she was a very clever girl. lately?" I said.
16. Change the narrative style by using indirect 24. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches: — [BB-2016] speeches. [DB-2013, JB-2013]
"Do you know Bangladesh Open University offers The teacher said to the boy, "Do you think that
an English self-learning course?" Sejan said to honesty is the best policy?" The boy said, "Yes, sir,
Shawan. "Yes, I have heard it from my father who I think so." "Then, learn to be honest from your
works as a tutor of the course. It is a six-month boyhood," said the teacher. "Thank you, sir," said
course known as CELP," said Shawan.
the boy. "May Allah grant you a long life," said the
17. Change the narrative style by using indirect teacher to the boy.
speeches. [CB-2014; DB-2009]
25. Change the narrative style by using indirect
"Have you seen your mother, Jerry?' "I see her
speeches. [CB-2013]
every summer, she sends for me." I wanted to cry
out, "Why are you not with her? How can she let "My sons," said he, "A great treasure lies hidden in
you go away again?" He said "She comes up here the estate. I am about to leave you." "Where is it
from Manville whenever she can. She does not have hidden?" said the sons. "I am about to tell you," said
a job now." the old man. "But you must dig for it."
18. Change the narrative style by using indirect 26. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [RB-2014] speeches. [RB-2013]
"Have you cut your hair off?" asked Jim. "Cut it off The writer said to Jerry, "Your roller-skates look
very nice. Who has bought them for you?"
and sold it," said Della. "Don't you like me just as
"My mother"
well, anyhow? I'm me without my hair, aren't I?" "Is she alive?"
19. Change the narrative style by using indirect "Yes, she lives in Mannville."
speeches. [DjB-2014] 27. Change the narrative style by using indirect
"Mina, have you done your English lesson today?" speeches. [DjB-2013]
said the teacher. "Yes, sir," she replied. "But I haven't He said, "I can chop some wood today." I said, "But I
understood one grammatical point." "Don't worry. I'll have a boy coming from the orphanage." "I'm the boy."
help you understand it," said the teacher. "Thank you, "You? But you're small." "Size doesn't matter chopping
sir," she said. wood," he said.
20. Change the narrative style by using indirect 28. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [SB-2013]
speeches. [CgtB-2014, JB-2010]
Rahim said to Hamid, "How are you? I went to your

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"You look a little bit like my mother," he said, hostel yesterday, but did not find you. Where did
"especially in the dark by the fire." "But you were you go?" "I went to the station", said Hamid. "I had
only four Jerry, when you came here. You have to receive my maternal uncle there."
remembered how she looked all these years?" "My 29. Change the narrative style by using indirect
mother lives in Mannville," he said. speeches. [BB-2013]
21. Change the narrative style by using indirect "Take the fan", said Edna, offering a fan to him. "Oh,
speeches. [JB-2014] no! Thank you. It does no good. You have to stop
"Where do you like to visit, sir?" asked the ticket fanning some time and feel all the more uncomfortable
seller. "I want to visit Chittagong." said the stranger. afterward."
"How many tickets do you need?" asked he. The 30. Change the narrative style by using indirect
stranger replied, "Five tickets." "Here are the speeches. [DB-2012]
tickets. They will cost two thousand taka", said the "Oh, my Lord, please do not kill the child,” said the
ticket seller. woman. “Let her have him.” The king said, “Now
everything is clear to me.” Pointing to the woman,
22. Change the narrative style by using indirect
he said to the servant, “Give her the child. She is the
speeches. [SB-2014] mother of the baby.”
The beggar said, "Will you give me some food to eat? 31. Change the narrative style by using indirect
I have been without food for two days". The housewife speeches. [CB-2012]
said, "Why don't you work? You can earn your own The traveller said to the peasant, “Can you tell me the
food". "Oh my God" said the beggar, "I am disabled. I way to the nearest inn?” The peasant said, “Yes, I can.
can't work". Do you want one in which you can spend the night?”
23. Change the narrative style by using indirect The traveller said, “I do not wish to stay there, but I
speeches. [BB-2014] only want a meal.”
"You look a little bit like my mother," he said. "But 32. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [RB-2012]
you were only four, Jerry, when you came here. Do
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“Have you heard the name of Aesop?” asked the


teacher. “No, sir, who was he?” “Read the lesson
attentively and then you will be able to know about him.
How interesting and instructive his fables are!” said the
teacher.
33. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [DjB-2012]
“Will you buy my hair?” asked Della. “I buy hair,”
said Madame. “Take your hat off and let’s have a
sight at the locks of it.” “Twenty dollars,” said
Madame. “Give it to me quick,” said Della.
34. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [JB-2012]
“Follow my example,” she said as we shook hands,
“and never eat more than one thing for luncheon.”
“I’ll do better than that,” I retorted. “I’ll eat nothing
for dinner tonight.” “Humourist, quite a humourist!"
she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.
35. Change the narrative style by using indirect
speeches. [CtgB-2012]
“Why are you putting the foods in your pocket, Sir?
Why don’t you eat?” asked the nobleman. “I’m
doing the right thing. My dress deserves these rich
dishes,” replied Sheikh Saadi. “I’m sorry. I don’t
understand what you mean to say,” said the
nobleman.
mycvi wUc&m: Changing the form of speech-‰i
ˆÞGò wkÞv^ÆxG`i AekÅB tense mÁ·GKÆ
fvGjv aviYv ^vKGZ nGe| ‰K eÅwÚi eÚeÅ
AbÅ eÅwÚ KxfvGe cÉKvk KiGe ˆm mÁ¼G®¬
aviYv ^vKv AZÅvekÅK| cixÞvq ‰KB cÉk²
he ev she wKsev male/female «¼viv
cwiewZÆZfvGe AvmGZ cvGi, ZvB DîGii
ˆÞGò he/she eÅenvGi mZKÆ ^vKGe|
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Question No  8 Identify the unclear pronoun A rich man went to a farmer with one thousand taka
references in the following paragraph. Where in a bag. He said to him, “Look, my friend. I have
necessary, rewrite the sentence so that all pronoun brought one thousand taka for you. Keep this money
references are clear. 5 and remove your distress." He was surprised. He
1. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the took the bag from the rich man and thanked him. He
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite said to himself, “One thousand taka is a lot of
the sentences so that all pronoun references are money." He could not think where to keep the
clear: —[DB-2017; CB-2017; DjB-2016] money. He did not find any safe place. He dug a
Travelling is a part of education. These means going hole in his hut and kept it there.
from place to place. One can enhance knowledge by 6. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
going from place to place. This gives one the following paragraph. Rewrite the sentences to
opportunity to see the unseen and know the
unknown. Some people are averse to travelling. This make the pronouns references clear and underline
limits his vision. However, by travelling to different the changes. [SB-2017]
parts of the world, my knowledge may be enriched. Books are the medium through which human beings
2. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the talk with enlightened minds, the great men of the
following paragraph. Rewrite the sentences to world. They are our best friends. They introduce
make the pronoun references clear and underline them to the life and the world. Books are the mirrors
the changes: — [RB-2017] of past, present and even future. These are having an
Education is the birth right of every man. But even active voice. We know about the thoughts and deeds
then many people in our country are deprived of this of our ancestors through it. They make the noble
for many reasons. They are unconscious and men alive in the world for ever.
unskilled for want of it. For this, they are unable not
7. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
only to develop their own fate or their family, but
also unable to play any role for the development of following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
society or the state. If the people are not properly the sentences so that all pronoun references
educated, that is not possible. So, the more we can become clear: — [BB-2017]
educate our people, the more the country will be Teaching is a profession who is full of challenge. I
developed. With a view to developing human want to be a teacher because you like working with
resource, the government has given many incentives children. But my father argues that one cannot make
in the field of expanding the primary and the much money from it. He wants me to look after
secondary education. We must ensure these for their farms instead. But this does not inspire me
every child of the country.
much.
3. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite 8. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
the sentences so that all pronoun references are following text. Where necessary re-write the

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clear: — [DjB-2017] sentences so that all pronoun references are clear:
Sunlight is the source of all energy of the earth. All — [DB-2016]
the living beings are dependent upon this. Green A cook once roasted a duck for its master. He
plants are the producer of the ecosystem. All plants looked so delicious that he could not resist the
and animals of it are interconnected serially. temptation and ate up one of the drumsticks. When
Consequently, there develops a food chain among he sat down to eat the meal, he quickly noticed the
these. The transfer of food energy takes place from missing leg. He asked him what had happened to the
producers through a series of food levels. This is
called food chain of food in the ecosystem. There other leg. The cook told him that it had one leg only.
are numerous food chains in an ecosystem. Food The master said that there was no such thing as a
chain does not work in isolation. These are linked one-legged duck but the cook insisted that every
together to form a food web. duck had only one leg.
4. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the 9. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. If necessary, re-write the following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
sentences so that all pronoun references are clear: the sentences so that all pronoun references are
— [JB-2017] clear: — [CB, BB-2016]
Mandela left public life in June 2004 telling his Women are nowadays as important as men in
adoring countrymen not to call them. Regarding it, society. She constitute nearly half of our total
Nadine Gordimer said, "He is at the epicenter of his population. No nation can make real progress
time, our in South Africa and your, wherever you keeping half of it in darkness. Without the uplift of
are." women, it is not at all possible. Again, without
5. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the education, women cannot be uplifted. So proper
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite education should be given to her so that they can
the sentences so that all pronoun references are work hand in hand with them in all development
clear: — [CtgB-2017] programmes.
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10. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the the end of our lives and the terrible and destructive
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite storm will never come to an end. Storm causes harm
the sentences so that all pronoun references are to them. The house roofs are blown away. Many
clear: — [RB-2016] trees are uprooted. A large number of houses and
shelters are damaged within a very short time.
Salam and Salma are siblings. They read in a local
Standing crops are badly damaged. That is thus a
primary school. Salam is in class five whereas her dreadful night to the people.
sister, Salma, reads in class three. They go to school
14. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
together. Sometimes they take rickshaw because it following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
is five kilometers away from his home. Today, she the sentences so that all pronoun references are
is going to school with her father because her clear:
brother, Salam is sick. He is taking medicine and Once upon a time there lived a young man named
bed rest. Androcles. Androcles was caught by the slave
11. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the merchant who sold him to a rich man. He was very
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite bad and tortured him. One day he fled from his
the sentences so that all pronoun references are master's house and took shelter in a cave. In the
clear: — [JB-2016] evening, a lion entered the cave. He seemed
wounded as he was groaning. He came near
On a summer day, becoming very thirsty, a lion and Androcles and lifted his paw. He took his paw in his
a boar came at the same moment to a small well to hand and saw a sharp piece of stone stuck to it. He
drink. Those fiercely quarrelled which of them pulled the stone out. The lion was relieved of his
should drink first, and were soon engaged in a pain.
mortal fighting. On his stopping on a sudden to take 15. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
breath for renewal of the fighting, it saw some following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
vultures waiting in the distance to feast on the one the sentences so that all pronoun references are
which should fall first. They at once stopped the clear:
quarrel saying, "That is better for us to make friends Once a poor woman came to Buddha and asked him
than to become the food of crows or vultures, as will whether he could give her any medicine to restore
certainly happen if ourselves are disabled." her dead child to life. Buddha was very much
touched by this. He told her that there was only one
12. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the medicine which could revive that. It was a handful
following passage. Where necessary, rewrite the of mustard seeds to be obtained from a house where
sentences so that all pronoun references are death had never entered. The sorrowful mother went
clear: — [CtgB-2016] from door to door in search of this, but being
Life is full of struggles. These are quite normal in disappointed she came to Buddha and told him
any one's life as it is not a bed of roses. Certainly, it about it.
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has ups and downs. A man has to face innumerable 16. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
barriers in his life. Sometimes he can overcome following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
those but sometimes he fails to combat them. He
clear:
may be born with silver spoon without any trouble.
When a child is born, he is totally helpless. It is his
But even then he has to overcome a lot of such to be parents who come forward to remove this. So the
successful in life. In other words, life is full of parents are the best friends of all the children on
challenges. If he cannot fight them successfully, his earth. They are greatly cared of by them.
life becomes full of sorrows. Though the scholars 17. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
differ in giving the definition of life, they are following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
unanimous that obstacles are the ways of life. In the sentences so that all pronoun references are
fact, a man has to undergo many in his life. clear:
13. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the The countries of the world have their own histories.
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite They are written through the researches by the
the sentences so that all pronoun references are scholars of ages. They are called historians. It is
clear: — [SB-2016] done very carefully with proof through the way of
truth. As cloud cannot hide the sun permanently,
A stormy night is fearful and horrible. They causes
lies cannot envelop it for a long time. Today or
untold sufferings to the people. In a stormy night,
tomorrow it must flee away and truth will reign the
the whole sky is totally overcast with dark cloud.
ages.
Only the roaring of violent wind can be heard. The
wind begins to blow with fearful sound from no 18. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
directions. People get frightened with sound of following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
storm. In addition to it, there is thundering and the sentences so that all pronoun references are
lightning. The frequent thundering and lightning clear:
causes much terror and fear in the mind of the One must possess honesty and perseverance if he
people whom always think that this night may be wants to be successful in life. Without it you can not
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expect trust and respect from others. Without 24. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
perseverance you can not maintain your success for following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
a long time, because it needs continuous effort. the sentences so that all pronoun references are
Honesty and perseverance go hand in hand and they clear:
complement the other. Its combination always At the Writing Centre, you can receive help on any
brings the best result. writing assignment. It can make your writing
19. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the stronger by discussing it with someone else. This
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite will lead to a greater understanding of the proper
the sentences so that all pronoun references are mechanics and style expected in academic writing.
clear: This is an important part of the writing process, and
Nelson Mandela was the greatest leader of South they spend a good deal of time making sure you
Africa. In fact it was one of the greatest leaders in understand the expectations of written assignments.
the world. All its life he struggled against apartheid. Using it will definitely make your writing skills
This was a government policy of racial segregation. stronger, and that will give you greater confidence
The Europeans were separated from the non- for your next assignment.
Europeans. The blacks were treated cruelly. Those
were aliens in its country. 25. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
20. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
clear:.
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
clear: Group work refers to the activities in which you can
The Taj Mahal is surrounded by a beautiful garden discuss about a particular matter with several persons.
and it is a long pool that stretches out in front of the It can solve any of your critical problems by
building. He can see the beauty of the Taj Mahal in discussing with the group members. But for this, you
this reflection in the pool water. Visitors come to have to be respectful to the opinions of these group
see these wonderful building at different times of members. They can make your problems easier by
the day since it assumes a different look at different giving different opinions. This should be given much
times. Most people like this best on moonlit night. importance if you want to come to a final decision.
21. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the 26. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentences so that all pronoun references are the sentences so that all pronoun references are
clear: clear:
A beggar is a person that begs from door to door. Shafiq and Kamal are cousins. They are also
There are some beggars who beg on streets. He is classmates. One day, Shafiq told Kamal that their
called street beggars. It is not a profession. It is a Physics teacher, Mr. Bose, had called him. So, he

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social problem. They are the ignoble persons in the decided to meet him. In the last exam, Shafiq did
society. Though they earn money by begging, they very well in physics. But their cousin cut a very sorry
do not contribute to it. figure. Actually he finds no interest in it. He was
22. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the therefore afraid of going to the teacher.
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite the 27. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
sentences so that all pronoun references are clear: following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
Many people think that poverty is a great evil who the sentences so that all pronoun references are
makes life a hell. On the other hand money can make clear:
him feel happy. But it is not true. If we investigate a The Egyptians believed that after death, people
poor man, we may find happiness in him, but if we do would go to another world. One thought that in that
the same for the rich, we may find unhappiness in her. world, people still would need many things he had
For this, we often say that they are not always happy. on earth. Their kings had many wonderful treasures.
Actually it consists in contentment. They loved and respected them very much. So, they
23. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the buried them with the dead kings.
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite 28. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
the sentences so that all pronoun references are following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
clear:
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
Once there lived two friends, a grocer and a fruit clear:
seller. The grocer was intelligent, but the later one
was very dishonest. One day he borrowed a balance One quality that helps students succeed in their
and weights from him. After a few days, he told his studies is self-discipline. It is particularly important
friend to return his balance and weights. The grocer in college. In fact, it is important not only for our
showed a lame excuse and said that a rat had eaten academic education but also for moral education.
away its balance and weights. It made the fruit seller My younger brother, Shafiq, has learned a great
very angry. deal about self-discipline by observing one of my
roommates named Habib. He has told me that he
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plans his time every night before he goes to bed. He


writes down what he will have to do the next day
and how much time he will spend doing each
activity.
29. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
clear:
Kamal tells Hasan that he needs to visit some places
that are full of natural beauty. To him, it will give
one mental relief as it is always enjoyable. Hasan
can understand the fact and requests Kamal to
accompany him. These two friends are very sincere
to each other and each of them is ready to do
anything for their friend.
30. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentences so that all pronoun references are
clear:
Reading comprehension questions test your ability
to understand a passage and answer questions on the
basis of what is stated and implied in it. One needs
to read the passage first so that you can identify the
main idea of the passage. If the learners are not clear
of the main idea of the passage, it will be really hard
for them to answer the questions. It is because most
of them are done based on it..
31. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentence so that all pronoun references are
clear.
What is the cause of malaria? Primitive people thought
that one kind of evil spirit entered human body and
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they caused it. As a result, patients were tormented


physically to be cured. This often caused death to
some people. But now it is proved that one kind of
mosquito bears the germ of malaria. So we should be
careful about it if we want to be safe from it.
32. Identify the unclear pronoun references in the
following paragraph. Where necessary, rewrite
the sentence so that all pronoun references are
clear.
When a child is born, he is totally helpless. It is his
parents who come forward to remove this. So, the
parents are the best friends of all the children on
earth. They are greatly cared of by them.
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Question No  9 Read the following text and use noun) families. Out of desperation, Ayesha Begum
started (i) — (post-modify the verb) in the village to
modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.510=5 feed her old, (j) — (pre-modify the noun) husband
1. Read the following text and use modifiers as
and herself.
directed in the blank spaces: — [DB-2017]
4. Read the following text and use modifiers as
Deforestation means cutting down of trees (a) — directed in the blank spaces: — [DjB-2017]
(post-modify the verb). To meet up the basic needs
Sabbir is (a) — (use determiner to pre modify the
of food and housing, trees are being cut in large
noun phrase) ideal student. He prepares (b) — (use
scale and thus it causes (b) — (pre-modify the noun)
possessive to pre modify the noun) lessons in
imbalance. Besides, there are some dishonest people
collaboration with his teachers. He does (c) — (post
who cut trees in our forest (c) — (use an infinitive
modify the verb) in every examination as he does
phrase to post-modify the verb). The (d) — (use a
not waste time. He knows time once lost is lost for
noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) level is
ever. So, he utilizes every moment. During his free
rising and many parts of the world are going to be
time he goes to his native village. He teaches (d) —
engulfed by the sea in near future. New areas of the
(pre modify the noun) people. He wants (e) — (use
world are (e) — (use a participle to pre-modify the
an infinitive phrase to post modify the verb)
verb) turned into desert as a result of deforestation.
illiteracy from his village. (f) — (use present
So, we must stop (f) — (use a participle to post-
participle to pre modify the verb) illiteracy from his
modify the verb) down trees unnecessarily. (g) —
village, he wants to bring about massive
(use a participle to pre-modify the noun) trees
development there. He is (g) — (use an intensifier
indiscriminately will be hazardous for our future
to pre modify the adjective) devoted to God. He
existence. If we destroy tress (h) — (use an
says prayer (h) — (use quantifier to pre modify the
adverbial phrase to post-modify the verb) one day
noun) times a day. He never tells a lie. He respects
the country will turn into a great desert. The (i) —
his parents very much. Other superiors are also
(use a participle to pre-modify the noun)
respected by him. His father, (i) — (post modify the
temperature will cause green house effect.
noun phrase with an appositive) supports him
Necessary measures should be taken (j) — (use an
cordially. His mother, an ideal housewife, (j) — (pre
infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb).
modify the verb) supports him very much. Such a
2. Read the following text and use modifiers as
student like Sabbir is rarely found nowadays.
directed in the blank spaces: — [CB-2017]
5. Read the following text and use modifiers as
A balanced diet is a good mixture of (a) — (pre directed in the blank spaces: — [JB-2017]
modify the noun) foods. It is essential for us (b) —
A village doctor is a very (a) — (pre-modify the
(post modify the adjective with an infinitive) a
noun) person in the rural areas of Bangladesh. He is
healthy life. There are many benefits of eating a (c)
(b) — (pre-modify the verb) known as quack. A
— (pre modify the noun) diet because it prevents (d)
village doctor is not a (c) — (pre-modify' the noun)
— (use determiner to premodify the noun) diseases.
doctor. He usually sits in a small dispensary (d) —
As a result, we do not get sick (e) — (post modify

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(post modify the verb). He treats the patients (e) —
the verb with an adverb). We should select (f) —
(use a participle phrase to post-modify the verb). A
(pre modify the noun with possessive) diet
village doctor is not a (f) — (pre-modify the noun)
according to our needs. We should not eat the (g) —
man. His chamber is (g) — (pre-modify the verb)
(use adjective to pre modify the noun) foods for the
furnished. He cannot supply costly medicine to (h)
whole week. We can keep fit (h) — (use a
— (pre-modify the noun) patients. In our country,
participle) a balanced diet. But it is not easy (i) —
the number of qualified doctors is (i) — (use an
(post modify the adjective with an infinitive) a
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) few. So, a
balanced diet. Here (j) — (use a determiner)
village doctor is a great friend to the (j) — (pre-
nutritionist can help us.
modify the noun) villagers.
3. Read the following text and use modifiers as
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as
directed in the blank spaces: — [RB-2017]
directed in the blank spaces: — [CtgB-2017]
Ayesha Begum has three sons and two daughters.
The people of Bangladesh have expressed their
Her husband was a (a) — (pre-modify the noun)
shock (a) — (post modify the verb) at the reaction
farmer who used (b) — (post-modify the verb by
of the Pakistan Parliament. Pakistan strongly
using infinitive) on other people's land. With great
protested the execution of two (b) — (pre- modify
effort they married (c) — (use a pronoun) daughters
the noun) collaborators who committed crimes
off by the time they reached teenage. The sons also
against humanity on their own people in 1971.
started (d) — (use present participle to modify the
There is a demand for apology from (c) — (use a
verb) with their father as (e) — (pre-modify the
noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) government
noun) labourers when they were old enough to help.
for the crimes of its army during the liberation war
By the time they were seventeen, they left for towns
of Bangladesh. Recently Pakistan's National
(f) — (use infinitive to post modify the verb)
Assembly may be within its rights (d) — (use an
money. At first they used to send money to their
infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) for the
parents (g) — (use an adverb to post modify the
execution of two collaborators. But it is quite clear
verb) but after getting married they barely had
to us that Pakistan always tries to erase its past
enough to support their (h) — (pre-modify the
history. To erase (e) — (use a demonstrative to pre-
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modify the noun) history is not easy because history family of Mr. Scott. He also visited the House of
continues to follow all of us. Pakistan, (f) — (post Parliament (h) — (post-modify the verb with an
modify the noun with an appositive), cannot come infinitive) Gladstone and John Bright's debates on
out of its military influence. As a result, the country Irish rule. He wrote letters to Kolkata (i) — (post-
has become (g) — (use an intensifier to pre-modify modify the verb with a present participle) English
the adjective) barbarous. So Pakistan is going down society. At this, his family thought that they might
(h) — (use an adverb to post-modify the verb). The lose their son (j) — (post-modify the verb). So, he
founder of Pakistan Mr. Jinnah was physically (i) — was called back to Kolkata.
(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) weak 10. Read the following text and use modifiers as
and so, the state always tried to show its physical directed in the blank spaces: — [CB-2016]
strength since (j) — (use a possessive to pre-modify
the noun ) birth. I had a peculiar experience (a) — (Post-modify the
7. Read the following text and use modifiers as verb) while travelling to St. Martin's Island. I visited
directed in the blank spaces: — [SB-2017] the island along with my family. Zahid, (b) — (Post-
modify the noun with an appositive), was our guide.
Kazi Nazrul Islam is called the Shelley of Bengali
On our way to the island, we watched (c) —
literature. He was a (a) — (pre-modify the noun)
(demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) sea gulls. The
poet. He wrote (b) — (post-modify the verb) in every
(d) — (Pre-modify the noun) birds were flying (e) —
branch of Bengali literature. Nazrul, (c) — (use an
(Post-modify the verb) with the ship. They became
appositive), won the attention of everyone in his early
(f) — (Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective)
childhood. He wrote ceaselessly until the death of (d)
dear and friendly to us. We entertained them with
— (use possessive pronoun) poetic flair. He
chips and biscuits. (g) — (Use a present participle to
composed his songs (e) — (use an infinitive phrase to
pre-modify the verb) them we became (h) — (Use an
post modify the verb). His songs are (f) — (use an
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) excited. We
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) melodious. He
decided (i) — (Use an infinitive phrase to post-
enriched the Bengali literature (g) — (use an adverb
modify the verb) in the idyllic island for a couple of
to pre-modify the verb). His literary works have
days. We can never forget (j) — (Use a
enriched (h) — (use a noun adjective) literature. He
demonstrative to pre-modify the adjective phrase)
was (i) — (use an article) secular poet. He sang the
lovely sea birds.
songs of equality (j) — (use an adverbial phrase).
8. Read the following text and use modifiers as 11. Read the following text and use modifiers as
directed in the blank spaces: — [BB-2017] directed in the blank spaces: — [RB-2016]
Raja, (a) — (post-modify the noun with an It was a hot (a) — (use a noun adjective to pre-
appositive), is known to his classmates as a good modify the noun) day. A (b) — (pre-modify the
student. He has (b) — (use a quantifier to pre- noun) crow flew all over the fields looking for
modify the noun) good qualities. He knows that the water. For a long time, she could not find any water.
(c) — (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) She felt (c) — (use an intensifier to pre-modify the
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duty of a student is to study and he never neglects adjective) weak, almost giving up hope. Suddenly,
(d) — (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) she saw a water jug below her. She flew (d) —
duty. He prepares (e) — (use possessive to pre- (post-modify the verb) to see if there was any water
modify the noun) lessons regularly. He maintains inside. Yes, she could see some water inside the
discipline. He knows the value of time. He gets up jug. The crow tried (e) — (use an infinitive phrase
(f) — (post-modify the verb with an adverb) so that to post-modify the verb). Sadly, she found that the
he can get enough time to study. He goes to school neck of the jug was too narrow. Then she tried to
(g) — (post-modify the verb with an adverb). He push the jug down for the water to flow out. But she
never wastes a (h) — (use determines to pre-modify found (f) — (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the
the noun) moment in vain. Raja is (i) — (pre- noun) jug too heavy. The crow thought (g) — (use a
modify the adjective with an intensifier) gentle. He phrase to post-modify the verb) what to do. (h) —
always obeys his parents and teachers. He never (use a participle to pre-modify the verb), she saw
mixes with (j) — (pre-modify the noun) boys. A some pebbles nearby. She (i) — (pre-modify the
student like Raja is a great asset of a nation. verb) had a good idea. She started picking up the
9. Read the following text and use modifiers in the pebbles one by one, dropping each into the jug. As
blank spaces as directed: — [DB-2016] more and more pebbles filled the jug, the water
level kept rising. Soon it was high (j) — (post-
Rabindranath Togore was a (a) — (pre-modify the
modify the adjective) for the crow to drink. The
noun) poet of Bangali literature. He was born in a (b)
crow quenched its thirst and flew away.
— (pre-modify the noun) family at Jarasanko,
Kolkata. He went to school (c) — (post-modify the 12. Read the following text and use modifiers as
verb). He wrote his (d) — (pre-modify the noun) directed in the blank spaces: — [DjB-2016]
verse at the age of eight. At the age of seventeen, he Water is a (a) (pre modify the noun) substance. It
went to London (e) — (post-modify the verb with an has no colour of (b) (possessive to pre modify) own.
infinitive) school there. He was put up in a lodging The (c) (determiner to pre modify the noun) name of
house under the care of a (f) — (pre-modify the water is life. By drinking water, we can quench (d)
noun) coach, Mr. Scott. He was lucky (g) — (post- (Possessive to pre modify the noun) thirst. Thus we
modify the adjective with an infinitive) an English
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can survive on earth. But (e) (pre modify the noun) 15. Read the following text and use modifiers as
water is life killing. By drinking contaminated directed in the blank spaces: — [SB-2016]
water, we suffer from diseases like diarrhoea, Othello, (a) — (Use an appositive to post-modify
typhoid etc. We may (f) (pre modify the verb) face the noun) had risen to become a general. He had
(g) (pre modify the noun) death by drinking such shown his bravery in many (b) — (Use an adjective
type of water. We are responsible for (h) (noun to pre-modify the noun) battles against the Turks.
adjective to pre modify the noun) pollution. Waste Everyone praised him (c) — (Use an adverb to post-
materials from mills and factories are thrown here modify the verb) and the senate trusted and
and there. Farmers use fertilizers and insecticides in honoured him. Brabantio, a rich senator of Venice
their land. During the rainy season, they are mixed had a daughter named Desdemona (d) — (Use a
with ponds and rivers. Besides, latrines (i) relative clause to post-modify the noun). Brabantio
(participle to post modify the noun) on ponds and (e) — (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb)
rivers cause water pollution. (j) (pre modify the invited Othello to his house where he and his
noun) awareness should be raised to stop water daughter listened in wonder to Othello as he spoke
pollution. about his adventures. He told them of deserts, of
13. Read the following text and use modifiers as caves and of mountains high (f) — (Use an
directed in the blank spaces: — [JB-2016] intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) to touch the
Most of the people in (a)  (use possessive to pre- sky. Desdemona had to weep (g) — (Use a present
modify the noun) country do not know the participle to post modify the verb phrase) and she
importance of English. In fact, it is an (b)  (use an never became tired of listening to it. She pitied
adjective to pre-modify the noun) language and we Othello (h) — (Use an adverb to post-modify the
verb) for the misfortunes and hardships of his life.
are living in a (c)  (pre-modify the noun) village.
Her pity (i) — (Use an adverb to post-modify the
So, if you know English (d)  (post modify the verb) turned to love. She refused all the young men
verb with an adverb), you can communicate with (e) (j) — (Use an infinitive to post-modify the verb)
 (use article to pre-modify the noun phrase) rest because she loved Othello, a noble Muslim Moor
of the world. It is surely an important element of from North Africa.
your (f)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the
noun) skill. Without the knowledge of English with 16. Read the following text and use modifiers as
proper understanding, you cannot complete (g)  directed in the blank spaces:— [BB-2016]
(use possessive to pre-modify the noun) higher A village doctor is a (a)  (use an intensifier to pre-pre-
studies because most of the books are written in modify the adjective) familiar person in the rural areas
English in the process of higher education. Poor of Bangladesh. He is (b)  (pre-modify the verb)
knowledge of English will also hamper your (h)  known as a quack. A village doctor is not a (c)  (pre-
(use a noun-adjective) development. In short, if you modify the noun) doctor. He (d)  (pre-modify the
do not have a good command of English, you will verb) sits in a small dispensary in the morning and
suffer (i)  (post-modify the verb with evening. He treats the patients (e)  (use a participle to

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prepositional phrase/adverbial) of your life. So, post-modify the verb) small fees. A village doctor is not
don't waste your time and try to learn English (j)  a (f) — (pre-modify the noun) man. His chamber is (g)
(post-modify the verb with an adverb) from today.  (pre-modify the verb) furnished. He cannot supply
14. Read the following text and use modifiers as costly medicines to the (h)  (pre-modify the noun)
directed in the blank spaces: — [CtgB-2016] patients. In our country, the number of qualified doctors
Once there lived a (a) (pre-modify noun) — fox in a is (i)  (use to intensifier to pre-modify the adjective)
jungle. One day, while he was walking (b) — (post- few. So, a village doctor is a great friend to the (j) 
modify the verb) through the jungle he fell into a trap (pre-modify the noun) people.
and lost his tail. He felt (c) — (pre-modify the 17. Read the following text and use modifiers as
adjective) unhappy and sad. But the fox was very directed in the blank spaces:—
cunning. He hit upon a plan. He invited all the foxes Nelson Mandela, (a)  (post-modify the noun with
(d) — (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) to a appositive), is one of the greatest leaders of the world,
meeting. When all the foxes arrived, the fox without a no doubt. During (b)  (use article to pre-modify the
tail said "My dear friends, listen to me, please, I have noun) time of Mandela, the Europeans were separated
discovered a (e) — (pre-modify the noun) thing. It is from the non-Europeans. It was (c)  (use noun-
that our tails are (f) — (pre-modify the adjective) adjective to pre-modify the noun) policy of racial
useless. They look ugly and dirty. So, we all should cut segregation. The blacks were subjected to (d)  (use
off our tails, shouldn't we?". All foxes listened to the quantifier to pre-modify the noun) sorts of indignities.
cunning fox (g) — (post-modify the verb). Most of They were denied all basic (e)  (use adjective to pre-
them agreed (h) — (post-modify the verb with an modify the noun) rights. They were in fact aliens in (f)
infinitive) their tails. But an old and (i) — (pre-modify
 (use possessive) own country. The blacks were also
the noun) fox said to him, "My friend, your plan is nice
but evil. Actually, you want to cut off our tails because treated (g)  (use adverb to post-modify the verb).
you have (j) — (pre-modify the noun with a Even dogs received a much better treatment than the
determiner) tail of your own." blacks. The (h)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the
noun) leader vowed to put an end to the inhuman
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practice. Unfortunately, (i)  (use demonstrative to article to pre-modify the noun phrase) rest of the
pre-modify the noun) great man thrown behind the world. It is surely an important element of your (f)
prison bars. But the oppressive rulers could not break  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun)
his spirit. All his life he struggled against apartheid. skill. Without the knowledge of English, you cannot
Eventually, the great leader fulfilled the goal of complete (g)  (use possessive to pre-modify the
liberating (j)  (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) higher studies because most of the books are
noun) people. written in English. Poor knowledge of English will
18. Read the following text and use modifiers as also hamper your (h)  (use noun adjective to pre-
directed in the blank spaces:— modify the noun) development. In short, if you do
Mother is an (a)  (Use an adjective phrase to pre- not have a good command over English, you will
modify the noun) blessing in the world. Mother's Day is suffer (i)  (post-modify the verb with adverb). So,
a (b)  (Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) start to learn English (j)  (post-modify the verb
significant day observed as a (c)  (Use an adjective to with an adverb) from today.
pre-modify the noun) occasion in honour of mothers. 21. Read the following text and use modifiers as
The day was for the first time, announced as a formal directed in the blank spaces:—
holiday in the United States of America. Mother's Day is Once upon a time there lived (a)  (Use article to
now observed (d)  (Use an adverbial phrase to post- pre-modify the noun phrase) generous and kind-
modify the verb) as elsewhere around the world. The hearted king. But the people were not happy with
sons and daughters (e)  (Use an adverb to pre-modify (b)  (Use possessive to pre-modify the noun)
the verb) wait for this day. They buy some special king, because the king was too lazy and would not
presents for their (f)  (Use a superlative degree to pre- do (c)  (Use determiner to pre-modify the noun)
modify the noun) mother. When they offer the presents, work other than eating and sleeping. He spent days
the mother becomes very happy. It brings a (g)  (Use and weeks and months in (d)  (Use possessive to
an adjective to pre-modify the noun) happiness between pre-modify the noun phrase) bed either eating
a mother and (h)  (Use a possessive to pre-modify the something on sleeping. He became (e)  (Use an
noun) children. The bond of relationship between adverb to pre-modify the noun) inactive. The king
mother and children becomes everlasting. The mother became (f) . (Use article to pre-modify the noun)
(i)  (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) draws her potato couch and the people started worrying about
children with her motherly affection. In this way, we pay the king. (g)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the
a (j)  (Use a participle to pre-modify the noun) tribute noun) day the king realized that he could not even
to our dear mothers. move his body. He became fat and his enemies
19. Read the following text and use modifiers as made fun of him calling "fatty king" of "bulky king"
directed in the blank spaces:— etc he invited (h)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify
It was a cold (a) — (use a noun-adjective to pre- the noun) doctors from (i) — (use determiner to pre-
modify the noun) morning. A farmer was going to modify the noun) parts of his country and offered
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his field (b) — (post-modify the verb with an them generous rewards (j)  (Use an infinitive
infinitive) seed. On the way he saw a snake (c) — phrase to post modify the verb) fit. Unfortunately,
(post-modify the noun with a present participle) on none could help the king regain his health and
the ground. The farmer went near it (d) — (post- fitness.
modify the verb with an infinitive) what happened 22. Read the following text and use modifiers as
to it. It was almost dead in cold. He took pity on the directed in the blank spaces:—
snake. He put it (e) — (post-modify the verb) and I experienced a very interesting incident (a) —
brought it home. (f) — (pre-modify the verb with a (Post-modify the verb) on my way to Dinajpur. My
present participle phrase) by the fire, he took care of friend Tamalika, (b) — (Post-modify the noun with
it. Then he gave it (g) — (pre-modify the noun) an appositive) was driving. A crow was crossing the
milk. Soon the snake got well. It began (h) — (post- road but suddenly in the middle of the road it
modify the verb with an infinitive) with the children stopped and remained standing. In a minute
of the farmer. But the snake showed its (i) — (pre- Tamalika had to change her course but she didn't
modify the noun) nature and bit one of the children. have (c) — (Pre-modify the noun) time and space to
(j) — (pre-modify the verb with a present participle do that. Tamalika tried to turn in the left when the
phrase), the farmer killed the snake. cow too walked (d)  (Post-modify the verb) back
20. Read the following text and use modifiers as a few steps. To save (e) — (Use a demonstrative to
directed in the blank spaces:— pre modify the noun) cow Tamalika had to move n
Most of the people in (a)  (use possessive to pre- the right. She lost her control and bumped the car
modify the noun) country do not know the with a (f) — (Use a noun adjective to pre-modify
importance of English, (b)  (post-modify the noun the noun) tree. (g) — (Use a participle to pre-
with an appositive). In fact, it is an (c)  (use an modify the verb) Tamalika was shocked but she was
adjective to pre-modify the noun) language and we (h) — (Use an intensifier to pre-modify the
are living in a global village. So, If you know adjective) happy (i) — (Use an infinitive phrase to
English (d)  (post-modify the verb with an post-modify the verb). She patted the (j) — (Pre-
adverb), you can communicate with (e)  (use modify the noun) cow and burst into laughter.
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23. Read the following text and use modifiers as His parents want him (f) — (Use an infinitive
directed in the blank spaces:— phrase to postmodify the verb) in life. So his father,
One day Robert Bruce, a) — (post-modify the (g) — (Post modify the verb with an appositive), is
noun with an appositive) was lying in the cave. He really an honorable person (h) — (Use a
was thinking of b) — (use possessive to pre-modify prepositional phrase to post modify the noun
the noun) misfortune. He thought that he would not phrase). He wants his son to become a teacher like
be able c) — (use an infinitive phrase). Suddenly, him and Karim's mother (i) — (Pre-modify the
he saw a spider d) — (post-modify the verb with a verb) inspires him (j) — (Use an infinitive phrase to
prepositional phrase). The spider was trying to reach post modify the verb)
e) — (use article to pre-modify the noun) ceiling of 26. Read the following text and use modifiers as
the cave. It almost got to the point f) — (use directed in the blank spaces:—
quantifier to premodify the noun) times but fell Tea is the most (a)  (pre-modify the noun) drink
down at the last moment. It didn't lose hope. It was in the world. It is (b)  (use an intensifier to pre-
trying g) — (post-modify the verb with an adverb). modify the adjective) refreshing. Tea plants grow
On the seventh attempt it reached the ceiling. Robert (c)  (post-modify the verb) on the slope of the
Bruce became very much amazed h) — (use an hills. In the tea garden tea plants are (d)  (pre-
infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) the modify the verb) planted in rows. (e)  (use a noun
success of the spider. He felt encouraged & came adjective to pre-modify the noun) leaves are plucked
out of the cave. He began to gather soldiers again & four times a year. (f)  (use participle to pre-
prepared i) — (post-modify the verb with an modify the verb) they are rolled by a machine and
adverb) for the battle. He fought hard with the dried in a cauldron over a furnace. After (g)  (use
English and (j) — (use a demonstrative to pre- a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) process,
modify the noun) time, he came out successful. tea is ready for consumption. As a drink, tea is
24. Read the following text and use modifiers as prepared in a (h)  (pre-modify the noun) way. It is
directed in the blank spaces:— now (i)  (pre-modify the verb) used for the
entertainment of guests in our country. But it is
It was twenty years (a)  (use adverb to post harmful for our health (j)  (use an infinitive to
modify the verb) when I was living in an apartment post-modify the verb) too much of tea.
(b)  (use present participle to post modify the 27. Read the following text and use modifiers as
noun) a cemetery. At that time a lady wrote a letter directed in the blank spaces:—
to me (c)  (use present participle to post modify There lived a (a)  (pre-modify the noun) fox in a
the noun) one of my books just (d)  (use past jungle. Once the fox was feeling (b)  (use an
participle to post modify the noun) in the intensifier to pre modify the adjective) hungry. He
newspaper. It made me so excited that I sent her a roamed here and there (c)  (use prepositional
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phrase to post modify the verb), but be could not
second letter (e)  (use present participle to post find anything to eat. He became (d)  (use an
modify the noun) that she was passing through Paris intensifier to pre modify the adjective) tired. (e) 
and would like to have a chat with me. The lady (use infinitive phrase to pre modify the verb), he sat
also requested me (f)  (use infinitive to post under a (f)  (use a noun adjective to pre modify
modify the noun) her a little luncheon at Foyot's. (g) the noun) tree. When he looked up, he saw a crow
 (use perfect participle to post modify the noun) (g)  (use participle to post modify the noun) on
the letter I became pleased and excited. I was eager one of the branches of the tree. The crow was
to enjoy the company of the (h)  (per modify the holding a piece of meat (h)  (use prepositional
noun) lady. However, at Foyot's I met the lady. I phrase to post modify the verb). (i)  (use a
was disappointed to see the guest. She was not so participle phrase to pre modify the verb), the mouth
charming and young as I expected her to be. She of the fox began to water and he wished to have (j)
was a woman of forty (i)  (use present participle  (use a demonstrative to pre modify the noun)
to post modify the noun) more teeth. She was also piece of meat.
(j)  (use intensifier to pre modify the adjective) 28. Read the following text and use modifiers as
talkative. directed in the blank spaces:—
25. Read the following text and use modifiers as Once there lived a (a) — (pre-modify noun) fox in the
directed in the blank spaces:— jungle. One day, while he was walking (b) — (post-
modify the verb) through the jungle he fell into a trap
I have (a) — (Pre-modify the noun) friends, but and lost his tail. He felt (c) — (pre-modify the
Karim is my (b) — (Pre-modify the noun) friend. adjective) unhappy and sad. But the fox was very
He studies in my class. We go to college (c) — cunning. He hit upon a plan .He invited all the foxes
(Post modify the verb). He is good at studies and (d) — (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) to a
helps the students (d) — (Use a relative clause to meeting. When all the foxes arrived, the fox without a
post modify the noun). He is (e) — (Use an tail said, "My dear friends, listen to me, please, I have
intensifier to premodify the adjective) hardworking. discovered a (e) — (pre-modify the noun) thing. It is
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that our tails are (f) — (pre-modify the adjective) impact on human life, animals and environment. In
useless. They look ugly and dirty. So, we all should cut Bangladesh, tree plantation programme is conducted
off our tails, shouldn't we? All foxes listened to the by both the government and private firms. (g)  [use-
cunning fox (g) — (post-modify the verb). Most of a possessive] sunderbans is the largest mangrove forest
them agreed (h) — (post-modify the verb with an in the world. (h)  [use an infinitive phrase], public
infinitive) their tails. But an old and (i) — (pre-modify awareness is also important. We all know that trees, (i)
the noun) fox said to him," My friend, your plan is  [use an appositive], provide us food, shelter,
beautiful but evil. Actually, you want to cut off our oxygen, timber etc. They also protect us from different
tails because you have (j) — (pre-modify the noun (j)  [pre-modify the noun] calamities.
with a determiner) tail of your own.
32. Read the following text and use modifiers as
29. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
directed in the blank spaces:— My elder sister is (a)  (pre-modify the adjective
Our people fought (a)  (post modify the verb with an with an intensifier) affectionate to me. She is a very
adverb) in our Liberation War. Independence was our (b)  (pre-modify the noun) lady. She advises me (c)
(b)  (pre-modify the noun with a phrase) need. We  (post modify the verb with an infinitive) my
tried to live (c)  (adverb post-modify the verb) with knowledge and skill. She tells me to go to college (d)
the Pakistanis. But they were (d)  (use an adjective)  (post-modify the verb). She encourages me to
to us. They behaved (e)  (use an adverb). (f)  (use follow the (e)  (pre-modify the noun) path. She
a participle) no way of settlement, we look up arms. also advises me (f)  (post modify the verb with an
India had reasons enough (g)  (use an infinitive infinitive phrase) towards other fellow students. She
phrase to post modify the adverb) us. At last, the (h)  is really a (g)  (pre-modify the noun) woman. She
(pre-modify the noun) force won over Pakistan. We teaches me how (h) — (post modify the verb with an
infinitive) between right and wrong. She advises me
started living (i)  post-modify the adverb by an
to be a (i) — (pre-modify the noun) human being. (j)
adverb). We must speak (j)  (post-modify- the verb
 (pre-modify with a present participate phrase) I
by an adverb) of our independence. want to become a trustworthy man.
30. Read the following text and use modifiers as 33. Read the following text and use modifiers as
directed in the blank spaces:— directed in the blank spaces:—
A few days ago, the (a)  (pre-modify the noun with a Students are the (a)  (pre-modifier of noun)
noun adjective) ceremony was held. We invited our leaders of a country. The development of a country
friends and relatives (b)  (post-modify the noun with depends (b)  (post modifier of verb) on how the
infinitive phrase). The (c)  (pre-modify the noun) students prepare themselves to face (c)  (a noun-
guests started to come in the evening. We receive them adjective to pre-modify a noun) challenges. But
(d)  (post-modify the verb). We all were waiting (e) unfortunately many students are not serious (d) 
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 (post-modify the verb with infinitive) the (a prepositional phrase to post-modify the
bridegroom. The groom came at about 8 p.m. We were adjective). They spoil their (e)  (pre-modifier of a
happy (f)  (post-modify the adjective with infinitive noun) time. Some of them do not go to school (f) 
phrase). The groom came (g)  (post-modify the verb (noun phrase functioning as adverb). Again some
with a present participle) wedding dress. He was remain inattentive (g)  (prepositional phrase
looking (h)  (pre-modify the adjective with functioning as adverbial of place). But they have to
intensifier) smart and handsome. I took him to the be attentive and struggle hard (h)  (an infinitive)
in life. They should remember that success is equal
stage (i)  (post-modify the verb with a present
to (i)  (Adjective) work plus determination. So,
participle) his hand. He took his seat. The Quazi
all students should work hard (j)  (infinitive) in
solemnized the marriage (j)  (post-modify the verb life.
with present participle phrase) from the Holy Quran.
34. Read the following text and use modifiers as
31. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
directed in the blank spaces:— One day Israt was returning home (a) –– (post modify
Afforrestation is the (a)  [use an intensifier to pre- the verb) from college. On the way she saw a dog (b)
modify the adjective] beneficial to us. We all know  (use a participle phrase to postmodify the noun). It
about (b)  [use a determiner] harmful effects of was barking (c) –– (postmodify the verb). An (d) ––
deforestation. Deforestation (c)  [use a relative (premodify the noun) boy had hit the poor creature
clause to post modify the noun] is one of the causes of with a big stone. It hurt its (e) –– (premodify the noun)
global warming. Non only that, it has (d)  [use a leg and it was bleeding (f) –– (postmodify the verb).
quantifier to pre-modify the noun] negative impacts on Israt became very (g) –– (postmodify the verb). She
(h) –– (premodify the verb) carried the dog home and
our daily life. Deforestation has caused the extinction
nursed the wound. She tied a bandage tightly round
of various (e)  [pre-modify the noun] animals. On the (i) –– (premodify the noun) leg. In a week the dog
the other hand, afforestation has a (f)  [use a was (j) –– (use an intensifier to premodify the
compound adjective to pre-modify the noun] positive adjective) well.
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35. Read the following text and use modifiers as


directed in the blank spaces:—
I enjoyed my (a) — (premodify the noun) journey
by plane (b) — (postmodify the verb). After getting
into the plane, I felt a little bit nervous. I looked (c)
— (postmodify the verb) and tried to have a
glimpse of the other passengers. All of them looked
calm and (d) — (postmodify the verb), but I felt my
tension (e) — (use a participle to postmodify the
noun). The captain announced that he would be
soon starting. I clenched (f) — (use a possessive to
premodify the noun) fists. The plane began to race
down the runway and after a while with a jerk, it
took off. I looked (g) — (postmodify the verb) from
my window and saw buildings, people and trees
looking like miniatures. As we rose (h) —
(postmodify the verb), the plane bumped a little as
the weather was a (i) — (premodify the adjective)
rough. I held on to my seat and closed my eyes.
However, soon I began (j) — (use an infinitive
phrase to postmodify the verb) and looked out of
my window again.

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Question No  10 Use appropriate sentence single moment in vain. But, the night did not pass
smoothly at all. (c) —, it was full of mishaps. (d) —,
connectors in the blank spaces of the following the electricity went out. I waited for it for about an
passage. 0.510=5 hour, however, there was no sign of its coming. (e)
—, I lighted a candle and began to study again. The
1. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank flickering light of the candle was creating problems
spaces of the following passage: — [DB-2017] for me. Soon, I began to feel a bad headache. I
Mobile phone has added a new dimension to our really wanted to get rid of it. (f) —, I left my
communication system. It has made the world closer reading room and stood in the balcony for some
to us. (a) — it has made worldwide communication time. I began to feel better, but could not stay there
easier. We use it for our day to day communication. for long. (g) —, I left the place. (h) —, I went to my
(b) —, it has been a part and parcel in our life as we reading room again. (i) —, to add to my gladness
cannot go for a single day without using it. We use the electricity came. I could finish my study within
it for rapid communication. (c) —, mobile phone is two hours. (j) —, I went to bed with a happy mind.
not free from defect. It has some negative sides as 5. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
well. (d) —, excessive use of mobile phone may spaces of the following passage: — [JB-2017]
damage our hearing power. (e) —, it is a means of Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a)
money wastage. (f) —, it is seen that many —, it is the burning question of the day. (b) — almost
underworld crimes are being done with the use of all the countries of the world suffer from the curse of
mobile network. (g) —, the radiation from mobile unemployment problem. (c) — Bangladesh is the
phone may cause cancer to the users. (h) —, we are worst sufferer of this so called problem. (d) — no
aware of these harmful effects. (i) —, we are not where in the world this problem is so acute as in our
aware of using the mobile phone. (j) —, we must country. (e) — there are many reasons behind it. (f)
— our country is industrially backward. (g) — our
have to be conscious of the negative impact of
system of education fails to give a student an
mobile phone. independent start of life. (h) — it has little provision
2. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank for vocational training. (i) — our students and youth
spaces of the following passage: — [CB-2017] have false sense of dignity. (j) — they run after jobs
Trees are a vital part of our environment. (a) —, blindly.
they bear a great impact on the climate. (b) — we 6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
are not careful about them. (c) —, we destroy trees spaces of the following paragraph: —[CtgB-2017]
at random. (d) —, one day the country will bear the Rangpur town hall is a place of cultural activities.
consequence of greenhouse effect. (e) — ours is an (a) — in 1971 it became a torture cell used by the
agricultural country, our economy depends on it. (f) Pakistani army. (b) — the army brought here
—, our agriculture is dependant on rain. (g) —, trees innocent Bangalees. After that they started to bring
play a vital role on our climate. (h) —, trees keep
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Bangalee women here. Among them Mansura


the soil strong. (i) —, trees save us from flood (j) — Begum was one who was the wife of a freedom
many other natural calamities. fighter. (c) — she was young and beautiful, she
3. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank drew the attention of local collaborators. (d) — they
spaces of the following passage: — [RB-2017] informed the Pakistani army. (e) — the Pakistani
Man is a social being. (a) —, man cannot live alone. army abducted Mansura. On the day of occurrence
(b) —, man has been living together from time Pakistani soldiers surrounded her house. (f) — they
immemorial. Living in society is not an easy task. searched her husband who joined the Mikti Bahini.
We have to follow certain rules and regulations of
(g) — they found her father-in-law. They started to
the society. (c) —, we should be cooperative. (d) —,
we must help others when they are in need. (e) —, beat him mercilessly. The old man got unconscious.
we have to be careful not to hurt others by our (h) — the barbarous soldiers did not stop beating
words or activities. (f) —, we must control our him. Mansura rushed to her father-in-law, grabbed
emotions and behave rationally with others. (g) —, his bleeding body and begged the military not to kill
we should not think and live only for us. (h) —, we him. (i) — they did not listen to her. They picked
should always think and work for the betterment of up the old man on the military truck. (j) —, they
the society. (i) —, we should remain prepared to pulled and dragged Mansura on to the truck.
sacrifice our lives for the greater interest of the 7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
society. (j) —, sacrificing our lives for the society spaces of the following passage: — [SB-2017]
makes us immoral.
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man possessing this
4. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
spaces of the following passage: — [DjB-2017] invaluable quality is the happiest man on earth, (a) —.
To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness. (b)
It was the night before my math exam in the 2nd
semester. I could not do better in the math exam of —, nobody trusts a liar. A liar may prosper for the time
1st semester. (a) —, I was really serious about the being. (c) —, he goes to the dogs. (d) — we should be
exam. (b) —, I was careful enough not to spend a honest. It is said that honesty is the best policy. (e) —
dishonesty is the sign of downfall. God helps those
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who are honest. (f) —, dishonest people are cursed. (g) on the pavement. I picked it up and opened it to see (b)
—, children should be taught honesty from childhood. — I could find out the owner's name. There was
It is widely observed that children follow their parents. nothing inside (c) — some small change and a rather
(h) —, parents should be honest and upright in their old photograph a picture of a woman and a young
business of life. (i) —, children should be allowed to girl about twelve years old who looked like the
mix with those friends who are honest. (j) — they can woman's daughter. I put the photograph back (d) 
mould their characters. took the purse to the Police station. (e)  I handed it to
the sergeant in charge. Before I left, the sergeant made
8. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
a note of my name and address in case the owner of the
spaces of the following passage: — [BB-2017]
purse wanted to write and thank me. That evening I
Water is a vital element of the environment (a) — went to have dinner with an uncle and aunt of mine.
this element is polluted in many ways. (b) —, They had also invited another person, a young woman,
farmers use chemical fertilizers and insecticides in (f)  there would be four people at table. The young
their field. (c) — rain and flood wash away these woman's face was familiar (g)  I could not
chemicals, they get mixed with water in rivers, remember where I had seen it. I was quite sure (h) 
canals and ponds (d) — pollute it. (e) —,mills and we had not met before. (i)  conversation, however,
factories throw their poisonous chemicals and waste the young woman happened to mark that she had lost
product into water. (f) —, water vehicles also her purse that afternoon. I at once remembered where I
pollute water by dumping food waste and human had seen her face. She was the young woman in the
waste into it. (g) — insanitary latrines and unsafe photograph (j)  she was now much older.
drains also contribute to water pollution. Water is 12. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
called life. (h) — we cannot allow this pollution to spaces of the following passage:— [DjB-2016]
continue. We have to raise an awareness about it. (i) Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a)  possesses
—, laws should be enforced strictly. (j) — we fail to this rare quality is the happiest man on earth. To be
check water pollution, we will suffer. honest, a man should have trustworthiness (b) 
9. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the nobody trusts a lair. A liar may prosper for the time
blanks space of the following text: — [DB-2016] being. (c)  ultimately he goes to the dogs. (d) 
A lion was drinking water from a brook. (a) — a we should be honest. It is said that honesty is the
lamb was also drinking water from the down stream best policy (e)  dishonesty is the sign of downfall.
of the same brook. The lion saw the lamb and God helps those who are honest. (f)  dishonest
decided to devour it. (b) — he was thinking about people are cursed. Childhood is the best time (g) 
how to accomplish his evil design. (c) — he hit children should be taught honesty. It is seen that
upon a plan. (d) — the lion complained that the children follow their parents. (h)  parents should
lamb was disturbing him by muddying water. But be honest. (i)  children should be allowed to mix

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the lamb said that he was drinking water from down with those friends who are honest. (j)  they can
stream. (e) — the question of muddying water on mould their characters.
his part did not arise here. (f) — the lamb argued that it 13. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
was the lion that was muddying the water for him as he spaces of the following passage: — [JB-2016]
was drinking water upstream. (g) — the lion retorted Time and tide wait for none. (a)  no one can stop
that the lamb spoke ill of him a year ago. (h) — the the onward march of time. (b) , we should not
lamb said that he was not born a year ago. The lion waste a single moment in vain. (c)  , we should
grew into a rage. (i) — he said that perhaps his farther make proper use of every single moment of our life.
spoke ill of him last year. (j) — the lion had the right to (d) , the students should understand the value of
take revenge and kill the lamb. time. It is a matter of great regret that some of the
students pass away their valuable time in Facebook.
10. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks (e) , they kill their time. (f)  , they cannot
spaces of the following passage : [CB-2016] prepare their lessons well. (g)  they always have a
Mobile phone has become an essential gadget for poor preparation for the examination. (h)  they
everybody (a) — it has become very popular. (b) — cannot do well in the examination. (i)  , they do
it has created a number of problems. It has (c) — not stop wasting time. (j) , they continue to waste
advantages (d) — disadvantages. (e) — it helps to their time using cell phone and Facebook till it is
connect people. (f) — it helps to exchange too late for them.
information. (g) — it can be used for various
14. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks
purposes. (h) — it has a few disadvantages (i) — spaces of the following passage : [CtgB-2016]
can cause a lot of troubles. (j) — its advantages are
more than its disadvantages. Bangladesh is mainly an agricultural country. (a) —,
her economy and prosperity depend on agriculture.
11. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank (b) —, our agriculture depends on the mercy of
spaces of the following passage:— [RB-2016] nature. (c) —, if there is sufficient rain, people can
(a) — I was walking along the road the other day, I plough their lands and sow seeds in time. (d) —,
happened to notice a small brown leather purse lying they can reap a good harvest. (e) —, if it does not
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rain in time, the farmers cannot grow the crops instruments. (g) , modern music is now fusing
easily and they do not have good harvest. (f) —, melodies from folk and traditional songs. (h) ,
without water our agriculture is lifeless. The rain is band and pop music is becoming more and more
not always beneficial to our agriculture. (g) —, popular, particularly among the young generation.
sometimes it rains so much that it causes floods. (h) (i)  sport has become a great source of
—, our crops go under water and most often, they entertainment today. (j)  football, which used to
are totally destroyed. (i) —, the farmers who be the most popular spectator sport in Bangladesh,
constitute the most part of our professional people, is gradually being replaced by cricket.
lose everything. (j) — we can safely conclude that 18. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
our economy depends on rain. spaces of the following passage:—
15. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks Soil is necessary for life (a)  most of our foods
spaces of the following passage : [SB-2016]
come from soil. It is true (b)  some of us eat meat.
The gifts of science are uncountable. (a) — we cast (c)  meat comes from animals that live on plants
our eyes, we see the wonders of science. Satellite (d)  again grow on soil. (e)  we do not give
TV channels are the means through (b) — we can
food to soil, plants will become weak. (f)  natural
see and hear the events (c) — are happening all over
and inorganic manure are necessary for cultivation.
the world. (d) —, today we have specialized satellite
channels on almost every interest. (e) —, people (g)  compost manure is widely used in cultivation.
now have more choices and more freedom about (h)  agriculture scientists discourage the farmers
television programmes. Satellite channels help us a to use pesticides, (i)  they opt for a method of
lot by reporting on climatic conditions of different catching pests in traditional way. (j)  it is not so
parts of the world. (f) —, we can be aware of popular.
storms, cyclones and tidal bores. (g) — satellite 19. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
channels are helping us to a great extent to enrich spaces of the following passage:—
our own culture and tradition. (h) — satellite Home is the word (a)  gives solace to each (b) 
channels are playing a favourable role, it is (i) — every soul in the universe. Home is the place (c) 
doing harm to our young and new generation. (j) — people feel secured. (d)  a fortunate child I have
still we cannot deny the immense benefits we are my loving parents and one brother. My mother is
getting from satellite channels. affection personified. My father is earning (e) — a
16. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank disciplined man. I nave tremendous regard for both of
spaces of the following passage: — [BB-2016] them. (f)  my mother gets angry with me, I feel
Time is a special resource that you cannot store or restless (g)  I make mother happy again. My father
save for future use. (a)  it is managed properly to is a quiet person (h)  at times (i)  he has spare
gain success. The skills of managing time properly time, he plays with us and tells us interesting stories.
are called time management skills. (b)  these And my brother is the cutest person I have ever seen.
skills are necessary for job hunting and career (j)  he is very small, he is quite capable of
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success (c)  it is essential to improve these skills. expressing his concern for me.
(d)  there are several useful strategies that can be 20. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
used to improve your time management skills. (e) spaces of the following passage:—
 have clear goal in mind. (f)  set up your In life we want to be perfect. (a)  to attain
priorities. (g)  block out time for your high perfection in life is impossible (b)  man is
priority activities first and protect that time from originally imperfect. (c)  we should try to be
interruptions. (h)  set a deadline to do them and great. (d)  be great we have to achieve certain
try your best to stick to it. (i)  your skills will help qualities. (e)  we have to be truthful. (f)  this is
you avoid stress in completing any work (g)  the best virtue in our life. It gives rise to
successfully (j)  reward yourself when the job is many other virtues (h)  makes us respectable in
done.
society. (i)  we must be truthful (j)  we can be
17. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank great in life.
spaces of the following passage:— 21. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
There have been significant changes in the types of spaces of the following passage:—
entertainment over time. Many of these no longer We should always keep in mind (a)  all kinds of
exist. (a)  they do, people keep looking for newer physical exercise are not suitable for all (b) 
forms of entertainment. (b)  snake charming, different people have different capacities. (c) ,
puppet shows, jatra, jarigan, sharigan and kabigan harder exercise (d)  wrestling and gymnastics are
which were common forms of entertainment in the
suitable for young people (e)  have energy to
past, have almost lost their appeal. (c) , radio perform them. Weaker and old people should take
were used to be a good source of entertainment. (d) the milder exercise (f) — walking, jogging and free
 it is giving place to TV, and to satellite channels hand exercise. Over exercise never does good (g) 
in particular. (e) , the entertainment business, like
breaks down the health. (h) , we should always
other spheres of life, is getting westernized. (f) ,
take (i)  exercises as would suit us. Physical
folk music or palligeeti is now sung with western
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exercise is important for the preservation of good very difficult when the learners are not mentally
health. It (j)  builds our character. prepared to receive it. (d) — a teacher of English can
22. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank hardly find out a technique suitable for all. (e) — they
spaces of the following passage:— fail to make the language learning interesting. (f) — the
There is a wise saying “Early to bed and early to motto of the questions in public examinations inspires
rise; makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise." (a) —, memorizing rather than learning the language. (g) —
a person who gets up early in the morning enjoys students can be successful in English if teachers are
several benefits. (b) —, he can walk in the morning. trained well. Students should be encouraged to learn
It is a simple exercise. (c) — it is very beneficial for four skills of language. The four skills of language are
both our physical and mental health. (d) —, he can speaking, listening, reading and writing. Every teacher
enjoy the fresh air of the morning. (e) —, morning should put emphasis on the four skills of language. (h)
walk is free from noise and pollution. (f) —, it also — they should give importance to communicative
provides us with a unique opportunity to enjoy the approach. (i) — spontaneous communication of a
beauty of nature in the cold and calm atmosphere. (g) language helps one learn it easily. (j) — every student
—, an early riser can offer his Fazar prayer. (h) —, he should be involved in communicative approach.
can get extra time to work which helps him earn 26. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
more. (i) —, an early riser can also get enough time spaces of the following passage:—
to study which makes him wise. (j) —, we should The greatness of a book depends (a)  on the
develop this habit of getting up early in the morning. acceptability among the readers. (b)  we read a
23. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank book (c)  once, we can discover many things in it.
spaces of the following passage:— (d)  basing on one reading, we cannot judge the
(a) , most of our students cannot write out their standard of a book. (e)  a book is praised (f) 
examination paper fairly. (b)  they cannot we have no doubt about the greatness of the book.
understand the questions properly; they often beat (g)  the first reading we may not understand a
about the bush and cram their answers with book. But if it is read more than once, we will see
irrelevant and unnecessary details. (c)  they fail to (h)  it was read (i)  praised. So, the great books
arrange their answers neatly, clearly and are those (j)  have passed the test of time.
systematically. (d)  the teacher suggests that their 27. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
answer should be brief and precise, they often spaces of the following passage:—
lengthen unnecessarily where size does not matter at Food adulteration is a social problem. There is
all. (e) , they have a silly notion that the more hardly any food that is not adulterated. (a) , a
they write, the more will be their marks. (f) , the business syndicate is involved in this. (b) , they
reality is just the opposite; their long answers are bringing national health to the edge of death. (c)
generally become disgusting. (g) , such answers
, people taking adulterated food will become
always earn unhappy marks. If you want to get
gradually sick. (d) , they will suffer from many

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expected marks, all you should do is to understand
the questions well and answer them just to the point. complicated diseases. (e) , they will die. (f) ,
Don't worry if your answers are fairly short. (h) , food adulteration has reached in an alarming state in
try to answer the question more or less in your own our country. (g) , the authority concerned is
English. (i)  plain and clear English is not bad. playing a silent role. (h) , laws regarding this
Again your handwriting should be legible. (j) , crime are not so strict. (i) , this crime is going to
you will get poor marks in the exam. be out of control. (j) , steps must be taken against
24. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank this heinous crime to save our life.
spaces of the following passage:— 28. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
A student should prepare himself to face the spaces of the following passage:—
problems (a)  lie before him. He is (b)  an We cannot walk on a road in the darkness without
individual (c)  a member of the community too. light. (a) —, we cannot step forward in our life
He should try to equip himself fully (d)  in future without education. (b) — throughout the ages,
he can be able to discharge his duties as an
education has always been compared to light and.
individual (e)  as a member of the community to
(c) —, ignorance has been compared to darkness,
(f)  he belongs. (g)  he wastes his time in (h) 
(d) —, the light of education enlightens us. (e) —, it
activities (i)  agitational politics, his future will be
broadens our mind and widens our outlook, (f) —, it
doomed. The students should not forget that their
is education that helps us to become a good citizen.
main duty is to study. (j)  it is their first and
foremost duty also. (g) —, education creates good citizens and ensures
the smooth development of a country. (h) —,
25. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
ignorance stands on the way of the development of
spaces of the following passage:—
an individual, (i) —, ignorance has a detrimental
There are a good number of reasons why students in
effect on the overall development of a nation. (j) —,
Bangladesh fail in English. (a) — English is a foreign
language. (b) — students have no good feeling with we should come forward to educate every single
English. (c) — teaching a foreign language becomes
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person of our country and, thereby, ensure the


development of our country.
29. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
spaces of the following passage:—
The language movement was a political movement
in former East Bengal (today Bangladesh). It
advocated the recognition of Bangla language as an
official language. (a) , this movement wanted
Bangla to be used in government offices. (b) , it
supported Bangla as a medium of instruction. (c) 
it demanded the use of Bangla script. (d)  the
partition of India in 1947, the dominion of Pakistan
began. (e)  Pakistan and Bangladesh were
composed of various ethnic and linguistic groups.
(f)  these two regions were not geographically
attached. (g) , the Government of Pakistan
declared Urdu as the sole national language. (h) ,
it produced massive protest among the Bengali
speaking people of erstwhile East Pakistan. The
Pakistani government banned public meetings and
rallies. (i) , the students of Dhaka University
disobeyed the law and organized a protest on 21 st
February 1952. (j) , the central government
granted Bangla as an official language in 1956.
30. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank
spaces of the following passage:—
We earned our independence in nine months. There
were many reasons that made our victory easier. (a)
— we all were united at one point. (b) — it was a
question of our survival and dignity. (c)  our
freedom fighters were committed. They fought
valiantly in the war fields. (d) — we had huge
international support, (e)  the Pakistani soldiers
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didn't have any noble reason before them. They


were killers. They were not natives of this country.
(f) — they didn't have sufficient ideas about the
communication systems, weather, or people's
sentiment in this country. (g) — they had two
superpowers behind them. (h) — these superpowers
could do very little directly for them. (i) — only in
nine months the Pakistani soldiers had to accept the
worst defeat the world had ever experienced. (j) —
it can be said, the war of independence proved that
no power can suppress the desire of the mass
people.
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Question No  11 Read the passage and then write the (a) obviously (synonym); (b) prestige (synonym);
antonym or synonym of the words as directed below. (c) national (synonym); (d) unique (antonym); (e)
0.510=5 native (antonym); (f) variety (synonym); (g) emerge
1. Read the passage and write the antonyms or (antonym); (h) control (antonym); (i) important
synonyms of the words as directed below : [DB-2017] (synonym); (j) intelligibility (antonym).
4. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
Sports are a popular form of entertainment. Many synonym of the words as directed below: [DjB-2017]
international sporting events are organised from All this was perplexing and upsetting. For at the
time to time. Most of the events are sponsored by time I had already made up my mind that
multinational manufacturing companies and imperialism was an evil thing and the sooner I
business firms. They pay for the sports events in chucked up my job and got out of it the better.
exchange for the right to advertise their products Theoretically and secretly, of course I was all for
during those events. These events are telecast the strugglers and against their oppressors.
worldwide by satellite and people all over the world (a) perplexing (antonym) (b) upsetting (antonym)
watch them live. As a result, the sponsor's products (c) imperialism (synonym) (d) evil (antonym) (e)
receive maximum media coverage giving companies sooner (antonym) (f) chucked (synonym) (g) better
international recognition. This is the only (antonym) (h) theoretically (synonym) (i) secretly
commercial aspect of international sport but there (synonym) (j) oppressor (synonym).
are other aspects too. 5. Read the following passage and then write the
(a) popular (antonym); (b) form (synonym); (c) antonym or synonym of the words as directed
entertainment (synonym); (d) organize (synonym); below : [JB-2017]
(e) sponsor (synonym); (f) multinational (antonym); Sincerity is the root of success of all works. One can
(g) pay (antonym); (h) watch (synonym); (i) go a long way if he does a job with sincerity. The
maximum (antonym); (j) recognition (antonym). great men are sincere because they know that
2. Read the passage and then write the antonym or sincerity is the key to success. Those who do not
synonym of the words as directed below :[CB-2017] follow the rules of sincerity can never go a long
There are many (a) people who have a (b) way. Sincerity is the secret of victory. If any work is
conservative outlook. Quite (c) early in life they not done with sincerity, one will never receive
learn to (d) believe that everything in this (e) world desirable output from it. So, we should be sincere in
was predetermined and (f) all that happen to them every walk of life.
was ordained by God. For this belief, the poor (a) success (antonym) (h) job (synonym) (c) great
generally accept their (g) Poverty and all their (antonym) (d) because (synonym) (e) know
sorrows and (h) sufferings without trying much to (synonym) (f) follow (antonym) (g) rule (synonym)
(i) overcome them. They also have the (j) same sort (h) never (antonym) (i) victory (synonym) (j)
of attitude towards illness and disease. desirable (antonym).
6. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
(a) people (synonym); (b) conservative (antonym); synonym of the words as directed below: [CtgB-2017]
(c) early (antonym); (d) believe (synonym); (e)

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During the nine month long Liberation War the
world (synonym); (f) all (antonym); (g) poverty Pakistani army carried out the most brutal massacre
(antonym); (h) sufferings (synonym); (i) overcome in human history. There were thousands of killing
(synonym); (j) same (antonym). fields all around Bangladesh. One of the largest
3. Read the passage and then write the antonym or killing fields is located at Dumuria in Khulna. The
synonym of the words as directed: — [RB-2017] area is called Chuknagar. Hundreds and thousands of
The process of globalization obviously requires a fleeing people arrived at Chuknagar to cross the
common language for international communication. border. On 20 May 1971 Pakistani soldiers
For many different reasons, English has achieved surrounded the area. They started to fire the fleeing
the prestige of being that language. As a result, it people. About eight to ten thousand people were
has crossed national borders to reach people who killed at Chuknagar.
speak other languages. It is no longer the unique (a) liberation (synonym) (b) brutal (antonym) (c)
possession of British or American people, but a Massacre (synonym) (d) human (antonym) (e)
language that belongs to the world's people. In fact, located (antonym) (f) called (synonym) (g)
bilingual and multlingual users of English far surrounded (synonym) (h) started (antonym) (i)
outnumber its monolingual native speakers. This killed (synonym) (j) largest (antonym)
phenomemon has led to a bewildering variety of 7. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
English around the world. As more and more people synonym of the words as directed: — [SB-2017]
speak English, more and more varieties have Bangladesh is an agro-based country. The soil of
emerged which are strongly influenced by the Bengal is purer than gold. Most of her land is fertile.
pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the The farmers of this country are industrious. They
respective mother-tongues. Word English has now
work ceaselessly from dawn to dusk. They are not
moved away from the control of the native speakers.
lazy. They love their motherland. They have a
However, the question of British or American
strong attachment to their motherland. Their
English is not so important now. Today's slogan is
diligence and perseverance keep the wheel of
mutual intelligibility among users of the language.
economy moving. We must respect them. We are
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grateful to them. We must follow their devotion to (synonym) (h) best (antonym) (i) success (antonym)
duty and country. (j) achieve (synonym)
(a) fertile (synonym); (b) industrious (antonym); (c) 11. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
ceaselessly (synonym); (d) lazy (synonym); (e) love synonym of the words as directed below : [RB-2016]
(antonym); (f) strong (synonym); (g) moving
Books are men's best friends in life. You may have
(antonym); (h) respect (synonym); (i) grateful
many good friends; but you do not find them when
(antonym); (j) devotion (synonym).
you need them. They may not always come to you
8. Read the following passage and then write the
with sympathy. Some may prove true or some may
antonym or synonym of the words as directed
prove false and do you much harm. But books are
below : [BB-2017]
always ready to be your side. Some books will make
Sincerity is the root of success of all work. One can
you laugh, some others will give you much
go a long way if one does a job with sincerity. The
pleasure. Again some books will bring new
great men are sincere because they know that
knowledge and ideas. They are your ever friends
sincerity is the key to success. Those who do not
throughout your life.
follow the rules of sincerity can never go a long
way, sincerity is the secret of victory. If any work is (a) friend (antonym); (b) need (antonym); (c)
not done with sincerity, one will never receive sympathy (synonym); (d) prove (synonym); (e) false
desirable output from it. So we should be sincere in (antonym); (f) harm (antonym); (g) laugh
every walk of life. (antonym); (h) pleasure (synonym); (i) bring
(a) success (antonym) (b) job (synonym) (c) great (synonym); (j) idea (synonym).
(antonym) (d) because (synonym) (e) know 12. Read the passage and write down antonym and
(synonym) (f) follow (antonym) (g) rule (synonym) synonym of the words as directed below :
(h) never (antonym) (i) victory (synonym) (j) [DjB-2016]
desirable (antonym). Grass is a vegetation consisting of short plants with
9. Read the following passage and then write the long narrow leaves. The grass family contains some
synonym or antonym of the words as directed 9000 species, including both terrestrial and aquatic
below : — [DB-2016] species. No other plant family has been so
Social values underline a set of principles of successful in colonising a broad range of habitats
generally accepted norms and behaviour of a across the globe. Most grasses have inconspicuous
society. Our forefathers practised a good number of flowers that are wind pollinated. Certain species are
social values like simplicity, honesty, sincerity, cultivated as food crops. Others are employed in
responsibility, and piety. We have replaced those horticulture.
good aspects with complexity, dishonesty, (a) consist (synonym); (b) narrow (antonym); (c)
corruption, conspiracy, faithlessness and envy. Our include (antonym); (d) aquatic (synonym); (e)
materialistic attitude has made us self-centered and successful (synonym); (f) broad (antonym); (g)
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corrupted. We must get rid of these vices and create habitat (synonym); (h) inconspicuous (synonym); (i)
awareness among all about the negative impacts of certain (antonym); (j) employed (synonym).
our wrong doings. In order to make a better society, 13. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
we should create awareness among people about the synonym of the words as directed below : —
outcome of their misdeeds.
[JB-2016]
We must have distinctive social values once
practised by our forefathers. We should give Democracy is the system of government which
importance to the past moral values to bring peace allows freedom of speech, religious and political
and harmony in the society and make the world opinion. It means fair and equal treatment for the
better for living. citizens without social class division. In fact, in a
(a) accepted (Antonym); (b) sincerity (Antonym); democratic country people elect their
(c) responsibility (Synonym); (d) complexity representatives who work for the people. Free and
(Antonym); (e) envy (Antonym); (f) vice fair election is the pre-condition for democracy. In a
(Antonym); (g) impact (Synonym); (h) outcome democratic country, people enjoy the rights of food,
(Synonym); (i) importance (Synonym); (j) cloth, shelter, education, medical treatment and
awareness (Synonym). other facilities.
10. Read the passage and then write the antonym or (a) allow (synonym) (b) freedom (synonym) (c)
synonym of the words as directed below: [CB-2016] opinion (synonym) (d) fair (antonym) (e) equal
(antonym) (f) division (antonym) (g) elect
We should never call a student weaker. Teachers
(synonym) (h) system (synonym) (i) treatment
should never discourage any student frustrating his/her
interest, ability and dream. Every teacher should try (synonym) (j) facility (synonym).
his/her best to find out the ways of success for the 14. Read the passage and then write the antonym or
students and guide them to achieve it. synonym of the words as directed below: —
(a) never (antonym) (b) weaker (antonym) (c) [CtgB-2016]
discourage (antonym) (d) frustrating (synonym) (e)
interest (synonym) (f) ability (synonym) (g) dream
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A thing cannot become as precious as gold only by have to suffer for it. So we should take an oath that
the way of glittering. People in general, are charmed we must do our duty properly and in time.
and attracted by outward show of things and not by (a) tide (antonym) (b) wait (synonym) (c) call
their own merits. Gold is a bright precious metal (synonym) (d) back (synonym) (e) lose (synonym)
and its value is recognised by all. Nevertheless there (f) use (synonym) (g) duty (synonym) (h)
are many metals cheaper than gold but look like it. opportunity (synonym) (i) suffer (antonym) (j) oath
They glitter for sometime and fade in the course of (synonym)
time. They fascinate our eyes too. But their beauty 18. Read the passage and write the antonym or
and glamour do not last long. But gold is such a synonym of the underline words as directed:
metal that it can stand the wear and tear of time and A group of employees was working in a software
shine till the last moment of existence. In our company. It was a team of thirty employees. This
society, there are so many people who are outwardly was a young man, energetic and dynamic team with
very gentle and nice. But after a period of time, their keen enthusiasm and desire to learn and grow. The
real identity is revealed. They do not have intrinsic management decided to teach the employees about
value and morality. finding real solution of the problems. The team was
called to play a game in a banquet hall. The group
(a) precious (antonym): (b) glitter (synonym); (c) was quite surprised as they were called for playing
attract (synonym); (d) outward (antonym); (e) game. All reached the venue holding various
recognize (synonym); (f) fascinate (synonym); (g) thoughts. As they entered the hall, they found the
glamour (antonym); (h) shine (antonym); (i) hall decorated beautifully. Everyone was surprised
intrinsic (synonym); (j) morality (antonym). and gazed at each other. There was also a huge box
15. Read the passage and then write the antonym or of balloons placed at the centre of the hall.
synonym of the words as directed below: [SB-2016] (a) group (antonym) (b) dynamic (antonym) (c)
A good writer may be a good reader. A good reader enthusiasm (synonym) (d) grow (antonym) (e) real
(antonym) (f) banquet (synonym) (g) enter
may be a good speaker or make good recitation.
(antonym) (h)decorated (synonym) (i) gazed
Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not (synonym) (j) centre (synonym)
lazy. The main thing is sincerity. Seriousness should
also be taken under consideration. If a man is 19. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed:
serious, he can make impossible to be possible. If
we become serious in our intention we can shine in Mobile phone is one of the most wonderful
inventions in modern science. Today modern
life.
science has made possible what was impossible in
(a) good (antonym); (b) speaker (synonym); (c) the past. Mobile phone is a threat to the success of
recitation (synonym); (d) impossible (antonym); (e) modern science. It has made a new communication
lazy (antonym); (f) sincerity (synonym); (g) system. It is the most up-to-date means of

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seriousness (synonym); (h) possible (antonym); (i) communication. We can send and receive any
intention (synonym); (j) shine (synonym). information from any corner of the world in few
16. Read the passage and write the antonym or seconds by sitting at home. but mobile phone is not
synonym of the underline words as directed: free from demerits. It may damage our hearing
power and brain.
[BB-2016]
(a) wonderful (synonym) (b) modern (antonym) (c)
Illiteracy is a (a) curse (antonym). It is the root (b) past (synonym) (d) great (antonym) (e) made
cause (synonym) of (c) ignorance (antonym) which (synonym) (f) send (synonym) (g) free (antonym)
(d) frustrates (synonym) all (e) development (h) damage (synonym) (i) up to date (antonym) (j)
(synonym) efforts of the government. No information (synonym).
development effort can (f) succeed (synonym) 20. Read the passage and write the antonym or
unless illiteracy is (g) eradicated (antonym). synonym of the underline words as directed:
Eradication of illiteracy in a country like (a) Honesty is the antonymous use of dishonesty.
Bangladesh with so (h) vast (antonym) a population An honest man is never (b) harmful to anybody. He
is (i) undoubtedly (synonym) a (j) gigantic never does (c) injustice to other. When he does
(antonym) task. anything (d) immoral, he feels (e) uncomfortable.
17. Read the passage and write the antonym or He never tells a lie. He is always (f) responsible to
synonym of the underline words as directed: his duty. We should not (g) perform any job with (h)
Time and tide wait for none. No one can call it back. insincerity and its (i) better to leave the path of
A man gets back his lost money and health but dishonesty and (j) falsehood.
cannot get back his lost time. Time once lost is lost (a) Honesty (synonym) (b) Harmful (antonym) (c)
forever. So we should make the best used of time. Injustice (antonym) (d) Immoral (synonym) (e)
We should do our duties properly. If we put off our Uncomfortable (antonym) (f) Responsible
work for tomorrow, we may not get an opportunity (synonym) (g) Perform (synonym) (h) Insincerity
to do it at all. There are some people who idle away (antonym) (i) Better (antonym) (j) Falsehood
time for nothing. They cannot prosper in life. They (synonym)
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21. Read the passage and write the antonym or Facebook users can create and customize their own
synonym of the underline words as directed: profiles with photos, videos and other information
Dictatorship does not imply monarchy. It rather about themselves. Facebook is an effective way of
reflects the whims and caprices of a single ruler. finding old friends and connecting to new ones.
Hitler was a great dictator whose rule will never be (a) popular (antonym); (b) drastically (antonym); (c)
marked as the age of suicide. Private opinion was launch (synonym); (d) very (synonym); (e) social
omitted and democracy was flourished. However, (synonym); (f) originally (synonym); (g) open
the dictatorship of Fidel Castro, Lenin and Stalin is (antonym); (h) create (antonym); (i) customize
highly clapped by the people .Though they are (synonym); (j) effective (antonym).
democratic leaders, they have earned people's 25. Read the passage and write the antonym or
hatred. synonym of the underline words as directed:
(a) imply (syn.); (b) monarchy (ant.); (c) never Illiteracy is a curse. It retards all development work
(ant.); (d) suicide (ant.); (e) private (ant.); (f) of a country. It is said that an illiterate nation gropes
omitted (syn.); in darkness with no definite goal. In fact, an
(g) democracy (ant.); (h) clapped (syn.); (i) illiterate person is conservative, superstitious and
democratic (ant.); (j) hatred (ant.). blind. He can contribute very little to his country.
22. Read the passage and write the antonym or He is unconscious and unaware of his rights and
synonym of the underline words as directed: responsibilities. The whole country is responsible
Mannaa had a very happy journey last year. At the for this. Most of our people are illiterate and poor.
invitation of my college, he spent to Sylhet by an In fact, illiteracy, caused by poverty, stands in the
inter city tran. On his arrival of the station Momin way of success. All should be practical and
received him cordially. Then he took him to his pragmatic while addressing this problem. Effective
residence. Since he made a nice arrangement for his measures should be taken by all concerned to
comfortable stay, he spent an enjoyable time there remove illiteracy and thus make the nation
and visited some places of scenic beauty. enlightened.
(a) happy (antonym), (b) invitation (synonym), (c) (a) Curse (antonym); (b) Retards (synonym); (c)
college (synonym), (d) cordially (antonym), (e) Darkness (antonym); (d) Conservative (antonym); (e)
residence (synonym), f) nice (antonym), (g) Unconscious (synonym); (f) Success (antonym); (g)
arrangement (synonym), (h) comfortable (antonym), Pragmatic (synonym); (h) Measures (synonym); (i)
(i) enjoyable (antonym), (j) beauty (synonym). Remove (synonym); (j) Enlightened (synonym).
23. Read the passage and write the antonym or 26. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed: synonym of the underline words as directed:
Courtesy is a (a) virtue in man. It goes without Books are the unique medium through which we
saying that courtesy costs nothing but gives (b) a contact mighty minds of ages. Books tell us about
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lot. So you should be courteous. You must have their feelings what they said and what they did.
politeness. People will (c) disrespect and dislike you Books are one of the greatest friends to us. They
if you are discourteous. Nobody likes discourtesy. introduce us the best humanity. They are reliable
(d) Try to be (e) gentle from your student life. You records of the history of the pastmen. A book is a
can (f) win the heart of your enemy by being valuable living voice. We can know about the
courteous. You can (g) ensure removal of hatred and thoughts and rituals of pastmen through books. We
(h) anger by embracing your enemy and Courtesy should reads good books and avoid worthless ones.
can (i) remove the bitter relationship improve A good book is a friend in loneliness and a nurse in
mutual understanding and (j) cordiality among ailment. We can find real happiness by reading good
people. books.
(a) virtue (synonym); (b) a lot (antonym); (c) disrespect (a) unique (antonym) (b) mighty (antonym) (c)
(synonym); (d) try; (synonym); (e) gentle (antonym); (f) humanity (synonym) (d) reliable (antonym) (e)
win (antonym); (g) ensure (synonym); (h) anger valuable (antonym) (f) ritual (synonym) (g)
(synonym); (i) remove (synonym); (j) cordiality worthless (antonym) (h) loneliness (synonym) (i)
(synonym). ailment (synonym) (j) happiness (antonym)
24. Read the passage and write the antonym or 27. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed: synonym of the underline words as directed:
Facebook is the most popular social networking site Honesty is undoubtedly a great virtue. A person
of all time. The popularity of facebook has who is honest is respected everywhere. Sometimes
increased drastically. Within six years of its launch, he has to go through difficulty due to the pressure
facebook reached one billion users milestone. created by the crooked fellows who want to see the
Nowadays it has become very important part of our honest man on his knee. But the reward ultimately
life. Actually, it is a social networking website that comes for an honest person. So we should follow
was originally designed for college students but it is the path of honesty in our words and action.
now open to anyone with 13 years of age or older.
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(a) undoubtedly (synonym); (b) everywhere (synonym); (f) speak (synonym); (g) interfere
(antonym); (c) difficulty (antonym); (d) created (synonym); (h) law (antonym); (i) administration
(synonym); (e) crocked (antonym); (f) reward (synonym); (j) affair (synonym).
(synonym); (g) ultimately (synonym); (h) follow
(antonym); (i) words (synonym); (j) action
(synonym).
28. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed:
'Communicative competence' refers to the ability to
use language appropriately in different
circumstances. There are two ways of developing
communicative competence in a language. The first
is acquisition which is similar to the way people
develop ability in their mother tongue. It is natural,
subconscious process in which users are not usually
aware of acquiring a language. They are aware only
of the fact that they are using the language to
communicate. In non-technical terms, acquisition is
'picking up' a language spontaneously. It may be
called 'implicit' learning.
(a) competence (antonym); (b) ability (antonym);
(c) appropriately (synonym); (d) circumstance
(synonym); (e) develop (antonym); (f) acquisition
(synonym); (g) aware (antonym); (h) communicate
(synonym); (i) spontaneously (synonym); (j)
implicit (synonym).
29. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed:
Most men long for wealth. Wealth, they think, brings
happiness. But often wealth brings a great deal of
worry instead of much happiness. A millionaire is a
very wealthy man indeed, but his great wealth is also
a great responsibility. He may have large estates and
factories. Estates and factories usually need a lot of
attention. There may be disputes between the

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millionaire and his workers over one trouble or
another. These disputes may lead to strikes. In that
case, the millionaire may lose a lot of money; or
some gangsters may kidnap his child and demand
thousands of pounds to return his child safe and
sound. A very rich man, in spite of his great wealth,
may not have an easy life.
(a) happiness (synonym) (b) worry (antonym) (c)
indeed (synonym) (d) attention (antonym) (e)
dispute (antonym) (f) trouble (antonym) (g) lose
(synonym) (h) demand (synonym) (i) safe
(synonym) (j) great (antonym)
30. Read the passage and write the antonym or
synonym of the underline words as directed:
A citizen has certain privileges. For example, he
has a right to security of life and property and
protection of' law where necessary. The state is
bound to give him such protection. He has right to
speak as he pleases and the state should not
interfere with his freedom of speech. But he must
not say anything that goes against the established
laws of his land. He has a natural right to take a
hand in the administration of the affairs of his
country.
(a) certain (antonym); (b) privilege (antonym); (c) right
(synonym); (d) security (antonym); (e) property
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Question No  12 There are ten errors in the use Aryan : Then, from today, I will start reading
of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite newspaper
Farhan : Yes, that's like a good friend.
the text correcting the errors. 0.5 10=5
5. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks
1. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation
in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the
marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
errors: [JB-2017]
correcting the errors: [DB-2017]
Tourist : How old is the edifice guide
Abid : We are about to finish our H.S.C
Guide : Madame its a 15th century edifice
examination Are you thinking about your
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is
future
Guide : It was built by Akbar the then emperor of
Hasib : Yes, what about you
India.
Abid : I want to pursue higher education what are
Tourist : Oh! I see
your plans
Guide : Madame we should move now. The sun
Hasib : I rather follow some vocational courses
is about to set. It would be dark soon.
to make my career
Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
Abid : Really have you thought of any
Guide : It is. But the security does not allow
particular vocation
anybody after sunset.
Hasib : Yes. 1 would like to join the Fashion
6. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks
Design course This career has a prospect
in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the
these days
errors: [CtgB-2017]
Abid : Is it suitable for boys
Son : Did you keep a diary during the
Hasib : Why not Boys are as good as girls in
liberation war
many professions now-a-days Whats
Father : Yes I did.
your future plan
Son : Can I have a look at it?
Abid : I would like to go for teaching
Father : I'm afraid, Ive lost it.
Hasib : Its a good profession for a studious boy
like you Son : Can you remember anything about it
2. There are some errors in the use of punctuation Father : Yes, 1 remember one event there were
marks in the following text. Re-write the text lots of sounds and bangs out side one
correcting those errors: — [CB-2017] night. You wanted to look out but we
how is your father rana said mr karim he is very didn’t let you.
well thank you replied rana i am glad to hear that he Son : Why
is in good health said mr karim. Father : Because it was very dangerous. You
3. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation were only four years old then
marks in the following text. Rewrite the text Son : I can’t remember anything.
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correcting the errors: [RB-2017] Father : Its natural. No one can remember all
"I'm not in the least hungry," my guest sighed "but from early childhood
if you insist I don't mind having some asparagus." 7. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks
I ordered them. in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting
"Aren't you going to have any" them: — [SB-2017]
Entering the study my elder brother looked around
"No I never eat asparagus."
and burst out in disgust How dirty you have made
"I know there are people who don't like them. The the room! Why do you use it if you cant keep it tidy
fact is you ruin your palate by all the meat you eat." I said, i am extremely sorry I have been a nuissance
"Coffee" I said In future youll never see the room in such a bad
"Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee" she answered. condition I promise
4. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation 8. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation
marks in the following text. Re-write the text marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors: — [DjB-2017] correcting the errors: [BB-2017]
Aryan : Do you read newspaper regularly Farhan Myself : Good morning Rana. How are you?
Farhan : Yes I do. What's about you Rana : I am so so and you
Aryan : To tell you frankly I do not read Myself : I am well. But why aren't you completely
newspaper regularly. well.
Farhan : Why you get enough time during the Rana : In every examination I'm cutting a sorry
break in the college. figure.
Aryan : Yes I do get but I do not like. Moreover I Myself : Whats the reason? Dont you utilize your
think it is a wastage of time. time properly?
Farhan : Remember newspaper is called the 'store Rana : I spend most of the time in watching TV.
house' of knowledge. The more you will Myself : Recreation is necessary. But spending
read newspaper the more you will learn. too much time on this has no good side.
Rana : I don't feel bored in watching TV.
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Myself : But as a student, you should study more Arafat : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner
and more. Nazmul : Thank you.
Rana : Thank you for your good advice. Arafat : Dont mention it
Myself : Welcome.
14. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation
9. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following texts. Rewrite the texts
marks in the following text. Re-write the text
correcting the error : [CtgB-2016]
correcting the errors:— [DB-2016]
A : Whats solar energy? Good Morning where are you going" said the
B : Its one of the renewable energy sources. merchant. I was just coming to see you said the youth.
"What do you want" "Please help me to earn my bread
A : Why is it called green energy.
by the labour of my hands. "Do you really want work!"
B : Well its green energy because it helps us keep
the earth green I mean it doesn't emit any said the merchant, yes if you have any." "Then follow
pollutant in the atmosphere when we produce me and carry the box from the shop to my house." "By
and use it. Allah I'm really grateful to you." said the youth.
A : I see then it must be a clean source of energy. 15. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation
B : Exactly. And thats why its also called clean energy. marks in the following text. Re-write the text
10. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation correcting the errors:— [SB-2016]
marks in the following text. Rewrite the text Tourist : How old the edifice guide
correcting the errors: [CB-2016] Guide : Madame its a 15th century edifice
Arif : Hello How are you Zakia?
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is
Zakia : Fine. What about you
Guide : It was built by Akbar the emperor of India.
Arif : Well I was a bit sick
Zakia : Really What happened Tourist : Oh I see
Arif : Stomach upset. I had outside food. It Guide : Madame we should move now. The sun
troubled my stomach. is about to set. It would be dark.
Zakia : That's why I always try to avoid outside Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
food they are unhygienic. Guide : It is. But the security does not allow
Arif : I'm not going to have it anymore. anybody after the sunset.
Zakia : Anyway you take care bye. 16. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors
Arif : Bye. in punctuation:— [BB-2016]
11. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation Student : May I come in Sir?
marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors: [RB-2016] Principal : Yes come in
Husband : Cant you cook food properly Student : Good morning Sir

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Wife : I cook food properly the problem is with Principal : Good morning how can I help you
you. Student : Sir we would like to arrange a study tour
Husband : Really these foods are crap they taste Principal : It's a great idea Ill appreciate it Submit
pathetic. an application to me so that I can take
Wife : I spend time in the kitchen from morning step in favour of you.
till afternoon. I work hard. I take care of Student : Ok Sir. We will write an application
two children at home. What do you do? on behalf of the students
Husband : I work hard and earn money that you spend
lavishly. Principal : Ok, see you
Wife : How dare you say that Student : Thank you very much, Sir
Husband : Well that is the truth Principal : You are most welcome
12. There are some errors in the use of punctuation
17. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors
marks in the following text. Rewrite the text in punctuation:—
correcting those errors:— [DjB-2016]
Newton : Excuse me where is the nearest hospital
how is your father rana said mr karim he is very
Shuvro : Its about 3 kilometers from here You
well thank you replied rana i am glad to hear that he have to hire a taxi You can also go by
is in good health said mr karim. bus
13. There are ten errors in the use of capitalization and Newton : I see Is there a bus station near here
punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite Shuvro : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner
the text correcting the errors: — [JB-2016] Newton : Thank you.
Nazmul : Excuse me where is the nearest hospital Shuvro : Don't mention it.
Arafat : Its about 2 kilometers from here You will 18. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors
have to hire a taxi You can also go by bus in punctuation:—
Nazmul : I see Is there a bus station near here Marie : You're really fit Paul. do you exercise very
much?
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Paul : Well I almost always get up early and I lift 25. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
weight for an hour. punctuation:—
Marie : You're kidding. There goes a proverb A barking dog seldom bites
Paul : No. And then go swimming
When a dog is powerless to bite, it wants to show its
Marie : Wow how often do you exercise like that?
ability by barking. It thinks that if it barks people
Paul : About five times a week. What about you?
Marie : Oh I hardly ever exercise. I usually just will be scared, but people are always more
watch TV in my free time. Often my mom intelligent than dogs. Instead of being afraid people
says Marie darling, don't be a potato laugh at the barking of the powerless dogs. In our
couch. society there are also many powerless persons but
19. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in they pretend to be powerful. By this pretension they
punctuation:— want to serve their purpose. Such causes are not rare
"Mina have you done your English lesson today'?" rather
asked the teacher "Yes sir" she replied. "But I 26. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
haven't understood one grammatical point." "Come punctuation:—
to my room. Ill help you," said the teacher. Thank
Eight anas Sir Give me eight anas only" said the
you sir she smilingly said.
boy. Hey you Come here. How many square meals
20. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors do you have" asked Zayed. "None a slice of bread
in punctuation:—
bought with begged money, some leftover rice from
Student should know that to pass in the exam is one hospital attendants all I live on" the boy replied.
thing and to know is another thing. one can pass in "What's your name" asked Zayed Robi" said the
the examination without knowing anything there are boy.
many ways to pass in the examination but there is
only one way to know it is hard work. if you want to 27. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
know you must read vigorously there is no other punctuation:—
short cut students of our country to our utter surprise Son : Have you finished your cooking
simply want to pass in the examination they don't mother? My time is up if I do not start
bother at all how much they have known they have now I will again be late today.
become totally certificate oriented. Mother : I will need only ten minutes more by
21. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in this time you dress up yourself.
punctuation:— Son : I have already done it now I am waiting for
Dear Mitu, food
How are you I am well by the grace of Allah. I Mother : I am coming my child don’t worry I will
missed you on the Birth day so much. How lonely I give you a drop if necessary
felt without you seeing me very depressed my Son : Then I have no problem to wait. Please
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friends-Zarin Tomal and Mayeesha tried their best ask your driver to make the car ready
to cheer me up. Have you got the saree I sent for Mother : Ok. No problem, I myself will drop you
you? have you liked it? I hope I will see you next at your college.
week No more today Take care of your health. Son : That’s like a good mother.
Yours loving 28. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
Bipu. punctuation:—
22. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in "Whats your dream? Do you have any dream" asked
punctuation:— Zayed Robi said tenderly "Yes I have a dream. My
oh doctor im so upset said the woman my husband dream is a full plate of rice. "Come with me" said
seems to be wandering in his mind don't let that Zayed holding his hand "Im going to materialize
worry you I know your husband he cant go far your dream."
23. Jhenaidah Cadet College, Jhenaidah-2016
29. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
how can you do the work in two days nobody agrees punctuation:—
to do it less than four i said to the boy i am Tourist : How old is the edifice guide
confident i shall finish it as I have told you he Guide : Madame its a 15th century edifice
replied. Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is
24. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in Guide : It was built by Akbar the emperor of
punctuation:— India.
My dear friends, said the piper. I know a charm by Tourist : Oh I see
which I can get rid you of these rats but you must Guide : Madame we should move now. The sun
pay me one thousand guilders for this service. One is about to set. It would be dark.
thousand guilders cried the man. we will give you Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
ten thousand if you can get rid of us of these rats. Guide : It is. But the security does not allow
anybody after the sunset.
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30. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in
punctuation:—
A : I love you. I cannot live without you.
B : What how is it possible our circumstances are
different.
A : That means if circumstances were same you
could love me.
B : Actually I didnt mean it.
A : Youre really stone hearted. I know your
inevitable circumstances are resisting you
from expressing your love for me. However
I'll love you forever.
B : Rubbish!

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Part B : Composition 40 Marks 20. An application to your Principal praying for a


testimonial.[DjB 2009]
Question No 13 Writing Formal Letter 10 21. An application to the Principal of your college for a
1. An application to your Principal for his/her transfer certificate. [BB-2016; SB-2014; CB-2013]
permission to set up a debating club in your college. 22. An application to the Upazilla Chariman for the
[CtgB-2017; SB-2017, 2013; JB, DB-2009;BB-2010] repairment of the roads in your locality. [DB-2012]
2. An application to the Principal of your college to
provide multimedia facilities in the classroom. [RB-
2017; CtgB-2015]
3. An application to the principal of your College for
admission on T.C. [DB-2017; BB-2016] Question No 13 (Or) Email 08
4. An application to the Principal of your college seeking
1. Suppose, you are a student of the Department of
permission to set up an English Speaking Club./
English Language Club. [DjB-2017; RB-2012] English, Dhaka University. You have received an e-
5. An application to the principal of your college for mail from the Director of Bangla Academy to attend
improving computer lab facilities. [CB-2017] a seminar on language study. Now, write a reply to
6. An application to the Principal of your college to that e-mail. [CtgB-2016]
provide sound-system for large classrooms.[BB- 2. Suppose, you are an English teacher. You want to
2017] attend the training programme organised by
7. An application to your Principal of your College Bangladesh English Language Teachers Association
requesting him to take necessary step for setting up (BELTA) on 16-20 August 2017. Write an e-mail
a multimedia classroom in your College. message to the President of BELTA requesting
8. An application to your Principal for his permission to him to give you an opportunity.
arrange a study tour. [CB-2016;2011;2009; BB-2014; 3. Suppose, you’re Meena. You’ve booked an air-
JB-2014;CtgB-2009] ticket to visit India. But for some personal problems
9. An application to the Principal of your college for a seat you want to cancel the booking. Now, write an e-
in the college hostel. [DB-2016;DjB-2010;DB-2015; RB- mail to the Director of the Travel Agency to
2015; BB-2009] cancel the ticket.
10. An application to the Principal of your college for 4. Write an e-mail to the manager of a bank for
taking measures against outsiders in the college cancelling a cheque.
campus during class hours. [BB-2015] 5. Write an e-mail to the railway booking clerk
11. An application to the Principal of your college asking him to reserve a seat for you.
requesting him/her to set up an ‘English Debating 6. Suppose, you want to open a bank account in
Club’ at your college.[ CB-2012; SB-2015] Agrani Bank. Now, write an e-mail to the
12. An application to your Principal requesting him to Manager of this bank about it.
supply an English newspaper for your common room. 7. Suppose, you are a student of Bangladesh. Write an
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[JB-2012] e-mail to the Oxford University, admission


13. An application to the Principal of your college section, asking them about admission procedure
for overseas students.
seeking permission to stage a drama in the college
8. Suppose, you love to participate in creative writing
auditorium. [CtgB-2012; JB-2015; DjB-2015]
competition. Now, write an e-mail to the Ekush
14. An application to the Principal of your college to Organization expressing your wish to take part
open a relief camp in your college premises so that in their essay writing competition.
you can send relief goods to the flood affected 9. Suppose, you are the Secretary of the Computer
people in your locality. [RB-2011] Club of your college. Write an e-mail to a
15. An application to the principal of your college computer accessories dealer requesting him to
requesting him/her not to allow any student or teacher supply some computer accessories for your
to use cell phone in the classroom or in the college.
examination hall. [CtgB-2014; JB-2011] 10. Suppose, you are the Admission Officer at
Wellington College in the UK. Read the following
16. An application to the Principal of your college to set up
e-mail and reply to it.
a computer club. [DjB- 2011] From: [email protected]
17. An application to the Principal of your college To: [email protected]
requesting him to take proper steps for setting up a Cc:
literary club. [CtgB-2011] Bcc:
18. An application to the Principal of your college Subject: For admission information.
requesting him to improve the facilities in the Attn: Admission officer
college library.
19. An application to your Principal for increasing Dear Sir,
facilities in the college common room. [RB-2014, I’m interested (AvMÉnx) to get admission in your
2010; SB 2009] college in Grade 11. Would you please inform me
how I could apply for the admission to your
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college? Please, send me a catalogue (ZvwjKv) Manager


which mentions the admission procedure (fwZÆ Asha Book House
cÉwKÌqv), tuition fees, school rules etc. Nilkhet, Dhaka
I am looking forward to hearing from you. 13. Suppose, you are the Secretary of the Young Boys
Cricket Club. Read the following e-mail sent by a
Thank you.
sports dealer and write a reply requesting him to
Iffat Sharmin supply you some sports materials for your club.
13 Bijoynagar, From: [email protected]
Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh To: [email protected]
Tel: +88 02 XXXXXX
Cc:
11. Suppose, you are the secretary of the internet library
club of your college. Now, read the following email Bcc:
sent by an internet service providing company and Subject: Sports materials available.
write a reply requesting the company manager to Attn: The Secretary
provide you with internet facilities for the
upgradation of your library. [SB-2016] Dear Sir,
Dear Sir, We are pleased to inform you that Dynamic Sports
We are glad to inform you that our firm,
'Bangladesh Internet Service Provider' is ready to Company has recently produced (Drcv`b
support and help for the upgradation of internet KGiGQ) some sports materials locally
service of the internet library of the educational (Õ©vbxqfvGe). We supply these materials to
institutions with a good price. We have imported different sporting clubs with a reasonable price.
modern machineries from the foreign country for Besides, we ensure (wbwøZ KivB) our clients
providing the best service. We here attach the price
list for your further interest. Please mail us if you (ˆKÌZv) to supply the best quality products.
need any internet related service. We hereby attach the specification (weÕ¦vwiZ
weeiYx) of our products for your further interest.
Sincerely yours Please contact us if you wish to get our products for
P.B. Choudhury
your club.
Manager
Bangladesh Internet Service Provider Sincerely yours,
12. Suppose, you are the Director of the Language Club Ahsan Habib
of your college. Read the following e-mail sent by the Secretary
Manager of Asha Book House and write a reply Dynamic Sports Company

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requesting him to supply you some books. Stadium Market, Dhaka
From: abh. [email protected]
To: [email protected] Question No 14 Report Writing 08
Cc: 1. Suppose, you are the Satkhira Correspondent of The
Bcc: Daily Star. You are worried about the evil impact of
using facebook among the young generation. Now,
Subject: New books available. write a news report of about 120 words. Give a title
Dear Sir, to your report. [DB-2017; JB-2016]
We are pleased to inform you that Asha Book House 2. Suppose, you are a reporter of a Daily Newspaper. Write
has recently stocked (gRy` Kiv) a number of a report of about 120 words for your newspaper on
'Prize giving ceremony of A. K. College.' [RB-2017;
books on English Language including CD and DVD SB-2015]
for different level of learners. We would like to 3. Suppose, you are a reporter of the Daily Star. Now,
assure (wbwøZ Kiv) you that these materials write a report on food adulteration. [JB-2017; CB-
would be really effective (KvhÆKi) for speaking 2015]
and listening practice. We supply (mieivn Kiv) 4. Suppose, you are Khairul/Kushum of Savar. You
have experienced an unexpected fire in a Textile
these materials to the educational institutes and other and Garment Factory. Write a report on it. [DjB-
language clubs with a reasonable price (mvkÉqx 2017; CB-2016; CtgB-2016; DB-2013; BB-2010;
gƒjÅ). SB-2014, 2009]
We hereby attach a list of newly stocked materials. 5. Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Write
Please contact us if you wish to get our language a report on the observance of the independence day.
Give a title to your report. [CB-2017]
practice materials for your institution.
6. Suppose you are reporter of the Daily Times. Now
Sincerely yours, write a report on a book fair held at Bangla
Ahmed Kabir Academy Premises. [SB-2017]
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7. Write a report on Cultural Week Celebration of your 2. Write a paragraph showing causes and effects of
college. [BB-2017] Road Accident in Bangladesh. [DB-2017; RB-2016]
8. Suppose, you are a reporter of 'The Daily Shangram'. 3. Write a paragraph on ‘Importance of Learning
Make a report on the 'Corruption of Bangladesh'. English’. [DB-2016]
[CtgB-2017] 4. Write a paragraph describing "The Importance of
9. Suppose, you are a reporter of a national daily. Recently, Female Education" [DjB-2017]
you have visited a 'Science Fair' held in Metropolitan 5. Write a short paragraph about 'Climate Change'/'The
College, Chittagong. Now, write a report in about 120 Impact of Climate Change' following descriptive
words. Give a title to your report. [DB-2015] technique. [DjB-2016]
10. Suppose, you are a reporter of a Daily Newspaper. 6. Write a paragraph mentioning the positive and
Now, write a report of about 120 words on the negative impacts of facebook. [CtgB-2017]
celebration of 'Victory Day' in your college.
7. Write a paragraph on 'Water Pollution' [SB-2016]
[DjB-2015]
11. Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily. Now write a 8. Write a paragraph on your country/homeland.
report on Load-shedding. [CtgB-2015] [BB-2017]
12. Suppose you are a reporter of 'The Daily Sun'. You 9. Write a paragraph on ' Patriotism'
are asked by the authority to write a report on 10. Write a paragraph on 'Benefits of Physical Exercise'
Jainta-Jafflong Tourist Spot in Sylhet. After your 11. Write a paragraph on ‘The Qualities and Duties of
visit to the spot, write a news report in about 120 an Ideal Student’. [JB-2016]
words for the proper maintenance of the tourist 12. Write a paragraph about a college library.
spots. Give a title to your report. [SB-2016] [CB-2012; RB-2010]
13. Write a report on the devastating consequences of
deforestation/Cutting Down of Trees 13. Write a paragraph about the prize giving ceremony
of your college.
indiscriminately in the context of Bangladesh. [BB-
2014; DjB-2014; CtgB-2012] 14. Write a paragraph on 'Self-Employment.'
14. Suppose, you are the local correspondent of a 15. Write a paragraph on students and social service.
national daily. You have visited the spot of an 16. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting
accident. Now write a report for the newspaper. between ‘Country Life and City Life’/’City life and
Rural life’ [JB-2017]
[JB-2014; BB-2012; DjB-2011; CB 2010]
17. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting
15. A huge number of students fail in English every year in between private and public universities.
public examinations despite studying it as a compulsory 18. Write a paragraph on 'Uses and Abuses of Internet'.
subject from Class One to Honours level. Now, prepare [CtgB-2016]
a report focusing on different causes of their failures in
English for a daily newspaper. [BB-2016; JB 2011] 19. Write a paragraph about acid violence.
16. Suppose, you are a reporter of a national daily. You 20. Write a paragraph of about' Deforestation'.
have recently visited the area affected by the erosion 21. Write a paragraph on 'Child Labour.'
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of the Meghna. Now, write a report on the miseries 22. Write a paragraph on the 'Addiction to Facebook.
of the people living in the area. [BB 2011] For More Paragraphs: See Suggestions- 1st paper
17. You are a reporter of a reputed daily. You have
interviewed many slum-dwellers about their ways of
life. Now, write a report on them. [DjB-2016; DB- Question No 16 Short Composition Writing14
2009]
18. Write a report on the problem of traffic jam in your 1. Write a short composition on female education.
locality bringing out the causes, effects and possible Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250
solutions. [CB-2014; DjB-2013;CtgB-2009] words. [DB-2017; RB-2016; CtgB-2016; 2014; SB-
2012; DjB-2011]
19. Write a report on the devastating consequences of 2. Write a composition on 'impact of climate change in
drug addiction in the context of Bangladesh. Bangladesh'. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed
[DB-2016; SB-2013; BB-2009] 250 words. [DjB-2017]
20. Write a report on the role of the Satellite Channels 3. Write a short composition on the dangers of drug
in our present society. [JB-2013] addiction. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed
250 words.
21. Suppose, you are a reporter of a reputed daily. You
have interviewed a number of common people recently [CtgB-2017; JB-2016; SB-2011; CB-2010]
about the price hike of day-to-day commodities. Now, 4. Write a composition on patriotism. Write at least 200
write a report on your interview. [RB–2016, 2015] words but don't exceed 250 words. [SB-2017; DB-2013]
22. Suppose, you are a reporter of a reputed daily. Now,
write a report on frequent road accidents. 5. Write a short composition on environment pollution.
Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250 words.
[CB-2017]
Question No 15 Paragraph Writing 10 6. Write a composition on 'importance of rivers in
Bangladesh'. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed
1. Write a paragraph on ‘Ethnic Cleansing in 250 words. [JB-2017]
Myanmar’
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7. Write a composition on the role of internet in 16. Write a composition on the importance of reading
Bangladesh. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed newspapers. Write at least 200 words but don't
250 words. [BB-2017] exceed 250 words.
8. Write a composition on the season you like most. Write [JB-2015; SB-2015, 2014, 2011; CtgB-2009]
at least 200 words but don't exceed 250 words. 17. ‘Population growth hinders development.’ Do you
[RB-2014] agree with this statement? Give your opinions for or
against it. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed
9. Write a composition on the career you have selected.
250 words. [SB-2015]
Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250 words
18. Write a short composition that tells about
10. Write a composition on wonders of modern science. Unemployment Problem in Bangladesh. Write at
Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250 least 200 words but don't exceed 250 words.
words. [JB-2015; RB, JB, DjB, BB-2012; CtgB, CB
[CB-2015;BB-2015]
-2009]
11. Write a composition on a journey by train. Write at 19. Modern civilization is mostly projected in city life.
least 200 words but don't exceed 250 words. [BB- Yet there are some discomforts and disadvantages
2015; DjB-2014; CB, CtgB-2012; SB-2009] of it. If you agree, write on the advantages and
disadvantages of city life showing reasons of your
12. Write a short composition on your childhood
answer. Use 200-250 words. [BB-2016]
memories. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed
250 words. 20. Is the participation of the student community of
[CB-2016, 2012, RB-2015;CtgB, SB-2012; DjB-2009] Bangladesh important in nation building task? Give
13. Write a short composition that tells about duties and reasons for your answer. Write at least 200 words
but don't exceed 250 words. Give a title to your
responsibilities of students. Write at least 200 words
composition. [ SB-2016]
but don't exceed 250 words.
[DjB-2016; CtgB-2015;CB-2015] 21. Write a composition on a memorable day in your
14. The first and foremost duty of students is to study Life. Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250
words. [CB-2013; JB-2013]
hard. But they should also render some valuable
services to society. Write a short composition about 22. Write a composition on 'Uses and Abuses of
‘Students and Social Services’. Internet'. (within 250 words)
15. Write a short composition on the uses and abuses of 23. Write a composition on the person you like most.
satellite channels. Write at least 200 words but don't Write at least 200 words but don't exceed 250
exceed 250 words. [SB-2013; CB-2011; DB-2009] words. [RB-2017; DB-2015]

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