PartB (Composition)  Unit10 : Writing Formal Letters/E-mails 99

Composition HSC English Exam Prep. 

WRITING FORMAL
10 LETTERS/ E-MAILS

Writing Formal Letters  Academic

1. Write an application to the Principal of your college to open a debating club. (weZKÆ msN Pvjy Kivi
RbÅ AaÅGÞi wbKU AvGe`b|)
Ans.
20 July 2024
The Principal
Dhaka Metropolitan College
Khilgaon, Dhaka

Subject : Application for starting a debating club.

Sir,
With due respect and humble submission, we aspire to draw your kind attention to the fact that we
want to start a debating club in our college campus. Ours is a renowned school in the capital city.
We have got a lot of facilities for co-curricular activities. But it is a matter of great grief that there is
no debating club which can train the debaters in this art under the guidance of our teachers. For the
lack of a debating club, the juvenile debaters of our college could not do well last year in the National
Debate Championship. Debating is an art of oratory. We can express ourselves through logical
statements if we are trained up through a debating club. It will help us to express our feelings and
experiences spontaneously.
May, we therefore, apply and aspire that your mollifying heart would be kind enough to grant us to
start a debating club and take necessary steps to arrange everything for a debating club in our
college campus as early as possible and oblige thereby.

We remain Sir
Your most obedient students
of class (XI) of your college
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  humble submission webgË DcÕ©vcb| co-curricular activities
mnwkÞv KvhÆKÌg| debaters ZvwKÆKe†±`| oratory evw™ÂZv| spontaneously Õ¼ZtÕ¹„ZÆfvGe, mvejxjfvGe|
mollifying cÉkwgZ, •Kvgj|

2. On behalf of the students of your class write an application to the Principal of your college for
providing multimedia facilities in the classroom. (•kÉwYKGÞ gvwΟ-wgwWqv myweav cÉ`vGbi RbÅ AvGe`b|)
Or, Suppose, you are Raju/ Meena. You read in class XII. There is no multimedia facilities in your
classroom. Now, write an application to the principal of your college requesting him to
provide multimedia facilities in your classroom. (•kÉwYKGÞ gvwΟ-wgwWqv myweav cÉ`vGbi RbÅ AvGe`b|)
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Or, Write an application to the principal of your college for providing multimedia facilities in the
classroom. (•kÉwYKGÞ gvwΟ-wgwWqv myweav cÉ`vGbi RbÅ AvGe`b|)
Ans.
10 April 2024
The Principal
X College
Chattogram
Subject : Application for providing multimedia facilities in the classrooms
Sir,
We, the students of class XI, would like to draw your kind attention to the fact that we feel the
necessity of multimedia facilities in our classrooms. As it is the age of information technology, a
multimedia classroom can make teaching and learning more effective and enjoyable for both the
students and the teachers. Multimedia learning is a form of learning supported by different sources
of information such as, text, graphic, animation, audio, and video, etc. Multimedia applications are
used to improve the learning process and increase the interaction between students and teachers.
Besides, this technology allows the user to be an active participant, rather than a spectator. With the
help of multimedia, the teachers can give more opportunity to students to express their opinion and
enjoy the course. To cope with the present world the importance of multimedia classroom cannot be
denied anymore. In absence of a multimedia classroom we will lag behind in the race of acquiring
up-to-date knowledge.
We, therefore, expect that you would be gracious enough to provide multimedia facilities in the
classrooms.
Sincerely yours,
Raju
ClassXI; Roll3
On behalf of the students of class XI
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  effective KvhÆKix| process cÉwKÌqv| interaction cviÕ·wiK wKÌqv-
cÉwZwKÌqv| participant AskMÉnYKvix| spectator `kÆK| cope with Lvc LvIqvGbv| denied AÕ¼xKvi Kiv| lag
behind wcwQGq cov|
3. Imagine, you are Safiuddin, a student of Tejgaon College, Dhaka. Flood has caused a great
damage all around your locality. Now, write an application to the Principal of your college to
open a relief camp in your college premises so that you can send relief goods to the flood
affected people in your locality. (ebÅv`yMÆZ •jvGKi RbÅ òvY wkwei Õ©vcGbi AvGe`b|) [RB '11]
Ans.
5 June 2024
The Principal
Tejgaon College
Dhaka
Subject : Request for permission to open a relief camp on the college premises
Dear Sir,
We, the students of your college, have the honour to state that flood has caused a great damage this
year all around the locality. The sufferings of the people beggar description. They are now suffering
from want of shelter, food and medicine. So, we can arrange at least a shelter for them in our college
premises so that we can send relief goods to the flood affected people of the locality.
We, therefore, hope that you will kindly give us permission to open a relief camp on the college
premises.
Yours obediently,
Safiuddin Ahmed Manik
On behalf of the students of
Tejgaon College, Dhaka
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  damage a»sm| sufferings `yGfÆvM| beggar description AeYÆbxq|
shelter AvkÉq| at least A¯¦Z| premises cÉvãb|
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4. Suppose, you are a student of 'X' College, Dhaka. You want to play a friendly cricket match
between HSC 1st Year and HSC 2nd Year. Now, write an application to the Principal of your
college seeking permission for arranging the match in the college playground. (cÉxwZ wKÌGKU gÅvP
AvGqvRGbi AbygwZ •PGq AvGe`b|)
Ans.
20 March 2024

The Principal
Ananda Mohan College, Mymensingh

Subject : Permission for arranging a friendly cricket match

Sir,
I, on behalf of the students of your college, would like to draw your kind attention to the fact that
our annual examination is over and so we are willing to play a friendly cricket match between HSC
1st year and HSC 2nd year students of our college. We have already finished relevant activities for
the match. Our college playground is already prepared for the ensuing game. College sports trainer
has agreed to guide us and extend his help. But all will go in vain without your permission.
We, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to give us your permission for the
match and obliged thereby.

Yours faithfully,
The students of class: XI & XII
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  on behalf of cGÞ| attention gGbvGhvM| willing to AvMÉnx|
ensuing Avm®²| go in vain wedGj hvIqv|
5. Write an application to the principal of your college for taking measures against outsiders in
the college campus during class hours. (KÑvk PjvKvjxb mgGq KGjR cÉvãGb ewnivMZG`i wei‚G«¬ eÅeÕ©v •bIqvi
RbÅ AvGe`b|)
Ans.
10 May 2024

The Principal
Uttara Commerce College
Dhaka

Subject : Application for taking measures against outsiders in the college campus

Sir,
We, the students of your college, would like to lay before you the following fact that outsiders are
often seen in the college campus during the class hours that disrupts the academic environment of
the college. Besides, female students often fall in an odd situation for the presence of the outsiders
in the campus. Even some outsiders are seen doing offensive activities in the college campus which
is not acceptable at all.
It is, therefore, prayed and hoped that you would take measures against outsiders in the college
campus during class hours and help us devote ourselves to lessons in a congenial atmosphere.

Sincerely yours,
Farhana Islam
ClassXI; Roll17
On behalf the students of the college
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  disrupts  eÅvnZ Kiv| odd situation  weeËZKi cwiwÕ©wZ| outsiders
 ewnivMZ| measure  eÅeÕ©v| congenial  Õ¼vÕ©ÅKi|
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6. Suppose, the environment of your college is not clean. There is a mosquito menace(cÉv`yfÆve) in
your college. So arranging a clean-up programme around the college is earnestly (HKvw¯¦KfvGe)
needed. Now write an application to your Principal asking his/ her permission for arranging a
clean-up programme around the college. (KGjGRi Pvicvk cwiÕ•vi Kivi AYyGiva RvwbGq AvGe`b|)
Ans.
16 June 2024
The Principal
Govt. Victoria College
Cumilla
Subject : Request for arranging a clean-up programme around the college
Dear Sir,
I, on behalf of the students of your renowned college, would like to inform you about an important
matter that at present mosquito menace has become the worst problem for the people of this locality.
Some people have been suffering from dengue fever. To get rid of the mosquito menace, cleaning up
the garbages and bushes around our dwelling houses is very important. To make people conscious
we can launch a clean-up campaign around our college premises.
Under the above circumstances, I would request you kindly to take steps to arrange a cleaning up
programme around our college premises.
Obediently Yours,
Sumaiya Sharmin Esha,
Class XII
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  renowned Õ¼bvgabÅ| get rid of gywÚ cvIqv| garbages AveRÆbv|
dwelling AvevwmK| conscious mGPZb| premises cÉvãb|

Letter of Application  Social Issues

7. Suppose, you are Mou and you live in Louhajang. The hospital there has no COVID unit. Now,
write an application to the Civil Surgeon of Munshiganj to open a Coronavirus unit in your
local hospital. (Õ©vbxq nvmcvZvGj •KvwfW BDwbU •Lvjvi RbÅ wmwfj mvRÆGbi KvGQ `iLvÕ¦ •jL|)
Ans.
18 January 2024
The Civil Surgeon
Munshiganj
Subject : Application for opening a COVID Unit in a hospital
Dear Sir,
We are the inhabitants of Louhajang area. There is a hospital here which provide all the medical
facilities for the people. But sorry to say that there is no COVID Unit in this hospital. During this
pandemic situation it is a crying need for us. People of this area with COVID-19 symptoms can't get
treatment here. They have to go to Dhaka which is very much troublesome and costly as well.
So, we request you to open a COVID Unit in our local hospital in order to provide treatment to the
people of this area.
Sincerely yours
Mou
On behalf of the people of Louhajang
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  inhabitants Awaevmx| pandemic AwZgvix| crying need Ri‚wi
cÉGqvRb| symptoms DcmMÆ| troublesome cxov`vqK|
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8. Suppose, your area was one of the wrost infected zone during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Besides, the ratio of elderly citizen is still high in your locality. So, as an intensely vulnerable
zone, your area deserves priority in taking vaccine for COVID-19. Now, write an application to
the Deputy Commissioner to take initiative for COVID-19 vaccine in the first phase. (wbR ‣jvvq
cÉ^g chÆvGq •KvwfW-19 fÅvKwmb cÉ`vGbi eÅeÕ©v MÉnGYi RbÅ •Rjv cÉkvmGKi wbKU AvGe`bcò •jL|)
Ans.
20 February 2024
The Deputy Commissioner
Jashore
Subject : Arranging COVID-19 vaccine in the first phase.
Dear Sir,
We, the inhabitants of Keshabpur upazila under your district, have the honour to invite your
considerate attention to the fact that, Keshabpur upazila has been the worst victim of COVID-19.
The number of infected people and death toll are one of the highest here in your district. More
significantly, the ratio of elderly person is also higher in our upazila. We know, your administration
has taken the decision to execute the vaccination program in several phases. So, we are earnestly
requesting you to enlist our upazila in the very first phase for COVID-19 vaccination program, in
consideration of our intense vulnerability.
In these circumstances, we therefore, hope and expect that you would be considerate enough to
enlist Keshabpur upazila in the very first phase for COVID-19 vaccination program and oblige
thereby.
Sincerely yours,
Shadheed Azad
On behalf of the people of
Keshabpur Upazila
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  considerate weGePbvcƒYÆ| victim wkKvi| ratio AbycvZ| execute
Pvjy Kiv| phases avGc| intense ZxeË| vulnerability fãyiZv|
9. Suppose, there is no charitable (`vZeÅ) dispensary (Jlavjq) in your locality. Now on behalf of
the people of your locality, write a letter to the District Commissioner asking for setting up a
charitable dispensary at your locality. (`vZeÅ Jlavjq Õ©vcGbi RbÅ AvGe`bcò|)
Ans.
18 June 2024
The District Commissioner
Mymensingh.
Subject : Application for setting up a charitable dispensary in our locality
Dear Sir,
On behalf of the inhabitants of Muktagacha thana under No.-8 Daogaon Union, I would like to draw
your kind attention to the fact that there is no facility of minimum health requirement in our
locality. As a result, people suffer from many diseases and die for lack of treatment. Most of the
people are poor and ignorant and are not aware of the health issues. Every year cholera, typhoid,
influenza etc. break out in an epidemic form and take a heavy toll of lives. A charitable dispensary is
the immense need of time to save these people.
I, therefore, hope that you would be kind enough to take steps to set up a charitable dispensary so
that people can get the medical service.
Sincerely yours,
Faruk Ahmed
On behalf of the people of Daogaon Union
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  inhabitants  Awaevmx| attention  gGbvGhvM| facility  myweav|
ignorant  Aæ| break out  cÉv`yfÆve nIqv| epidemic  gnvgvwi|
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10. Suppose, some tubewells of your village are in need of re-sinking. Now write an application to
the Nirbahi Officer of your Thana for the re-sinking of some tube-wells. (bjK„c cybtÕ©vcGbi RbÅ
AvGe`bcò|)
Ans.
30 April 2024
The Thana Nirbahi Officer
Narsingdi Sadar, Narsingdi
Subject : Request for re-sinking of some tube-wells
Dear Sir,
I would like to inform you that some tube-wells in our village need re-sinking as they raise muddy
water. Finding no other alternatives people have been drinking this water and many of them are now
suffering from intestinal troubles due to this.
In the circumstances stated above I, therefore, hope that you would be kind enough to look into the
matter and arrange re-sinking of these tube-wells.
Yours faithfully,
Abdul Aziz Khan
Vill- Chinishpur
Dist- Narsingdhi
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  raise  ZzGj Avbv| muddy  K`ÆgvÚ| alternatives  weK͸| intestinal
 Avw¯¨K| into  Z`¯¦ Kiv|

Letter of Application  Complaint Letter

11. Imagine, you are a government employee who is quite cautious of submitting all kinds of vats
& taxes. You went to a restaurant with your friend yesterday where they charged you extra
than the labelled price. Now, lodge a complaint against the restaurant to the National
Consumers Rights Protection Department of the Government of Bangladesh. (•iÕ¡zGiG´Ÿ LvG`Åi
MvGqi gƒGjÅi •PGq AwaK gƒjÅ ivLvi AwfGhvM RvwbGq RvZxq •fvÚv AwaKvi msiÞY wefvGM ‣KwU AwfGhvMcò `vwLj Ki|)
Ans.
13 Rayer Bazar
Dhaka
July 15, 2024
The Director
Consumers Rights Protection Department
Karwan Bazar, Dhaka
Subject : About charging extra than the labelled price.
Dear Sir,
This is to inform you that some restaurants in Dhanmondi area are defying the law and charging
people extra for their food. I am a government employee and am quite cautious to submit all kinds of
vats & taxes. Yesterday I went to Donald Trump Cafe at Dhanmondi with a friend for having dinner.
Later when I paid the bill I wanted to have a receipt including vat. But they were reluctant to provide
me with the receipt. While I was arguing my friend had a calculation of what we had for dinner.
Consequently we found that they had been charging extra from the customers which is immoral and
illegal as well.
I request you to look into the matter and take necessary measures so that people can eat with
content in exchange of original price.
Thanking you,
Mahfuzul Islam
Project Engineer
BCSIR
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  consumer  •fvÚv| charge  gƒjÅ ev `vg avhÆ Kiv| labelled price 
MvGq wjwLZ gƒjÅ ev ZvwjKvq wjwLZ gƒjÅ| defy  AgvbÅ Kiv| cautious  mZKÆ| reluctant  AwbœQzK| immoral 
A‹bwZK|
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12. Complaining about insanitary condition in your locality. (•Zvgvi ‣jvKvq AÕ¼vÕ©ÅKi cwiGek mÁ¼G®¬
AwfGhvM RvwbGq AvGe`b|)
Ans.
10 May 2024
The Mayor
Dhaka North City Corporation
Dhaka - 1216
Subject : Complaint regarding insanitary condition in Kafrul, Mirpur
Sir,
I, on behalf of the localities of Kafrul, Mirpur, would like to address that, we the people of Kafrul are
facing insanitary condition on the roads caused by the debris and wastes dumped on the roads here
and there. There is no proper waste management system here and people throw their household
wastes on the roads. For this, foul odour gets spread easily. During the COVID-19 pandemic, this
can also cause serious health issues to the people of different neighborhoods. Because, they are
directly exposed to these wastes.
In these circumstances, we hope and expect that you would kindly take necessary initiatives to
change this insanitary condition and relieve the people of Kafrul from their distress.
Faithfully yours
Rafid Rafsan
(On behalf of the people of Kafrul)
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  insanitary  AÕ¼vÕ©ÅKi| debris  wewÞµ¦ UzKGiv| dump  •djv| foul
adour  `yMÆ®¬| spread  QovGbv| pandemic  AwZgvix/eÅvwa| exposed  DG¯ÃvwPZ| relieve  cwiòvY •`Iqv|
distress  `y`Ækv|

13. Complaining to the Railway authorities for missing goods. (nvivGbv gvjcGòi eÅvcvGi •ijIGq KZ‡ÆcGÞi
KvGQ AwfGhvMcò|)
Ans.
21 November 2024
The Chief Operating Officer
Bangladesh Railway, Khulna
Subject : Complaint for missing goods
Sir,
I have the honour to draw your kind attention that I started for Khulna at 7 am by Sundarban
Express. I booked four packets of goods as luggage. But to my utter regret, the packets were not
available after the train had arrived at Khulna. Booking authorities were duly informed of it
immediately.
I, therefore, earnestly request you to take necessary legal steps to find out the missing goods at the
earliest.
Yours sincerely
Hasan Mustafa
Sutrapur, Dhaka
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  goods  cYÅ| luggage  gvjcò| utter  Pig| regret  cwiZvc/`ytL|
duly  h^vmgGq| missing  nvivGbv| legal  AvBbMZ|

14. Complaining against the reckless driving of the motor cars in the streets. (moGK •ecGivqv hvb
PvjvGbvi wei‚G«¬ AwfGhvM RvwbGq cò|)
Ans.
6 June, 2024
The Editor
The Bangladesh Observer
Dhaka
Subject : Complaint against reckless driving of motor cars
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Dear Sir,
I shall be grateful if you could find a space in your widely circulated daily to publish the following
letter.
Reckless Driving in the Streets
Street accidents have become common experience in our daily lives. Though we know that there are
many factors responsible for the increasing number of road accidents across the country, reckless
driving of motor cars is to be placed as the main factor.
In the recent years, the number of motor cars in Dhaka along with all other divisional headquarters
has rapidly increased. Anyone with capacity of buying vehicles buys and uses them on their will. As
a result each of the upper class and even upper middle class families living in Dhaka city owns and
uses more than one motor cars. Concurringly, the young member of these families often prefer to
drive cars recklessly while playing music with loud speaker. In the busy city streets drivers
frequently violate the traffic laws. They try to overtake others in the streets. This is a very bad
practice which often causes street accidents. Also, many drivers of these motor cars do not have
formal training in driving.
To overcome the crisis driving test should be fair and also vehicles law that permits people buying
and driving of motor cars should be strict and implemented. To ensure the safety of the people and
to bring the traffic jam to a bearable extent, the concerned authorities should pay attention to this
problem.
Sincerely yours,
Md. Raqib
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  capacity  mvg^ÆÅ| prefer  cQ±` KGi| violate  j›Nb KGi| overtake
 wcQGb •dGj hvIqv| crisis  mâU| permits  AbygwZ •`Iqv| strict  KGVvi| implement  evÕ¦evqb Kiv|
extent  gvòv| concerned authorities  mswkÏÓ¡ KZ‡ÆcÞ| bearable  mnbxq| reckless  •ecGivqv| overtake 
cvk KvUvGbv| training  cÉwkÞY| vehicle  hvbevnb| concurringly  ‣KBmvG^|
15. Complaining about the frequent power failure/load-shedding over the country. (•`Gki meÆò Nb Nb
•jvWGkwWs mÁ¼G®¬ RvwbGq AwfGhvMcò|)
Ans.
09 July 2024
The Editor
The Bangladesh Times
1, DIT Avenue
Dhaka
Dear Sir,
I would highly appreciate you if you would allow me to express my opinion on the following national
issue in the columns of your esteemed daily.
Yours ever,
Ahammad Hossain, Ghorashal.
Load-shedding
Load shedding is a vital issue of the country. The necessity and demand of the present electricity
consumption is much more than its total production. For this shortage of electric supply, the PDB
cuts down its supply in some areas for an indefinite period, which incurs heavy loss. As there is
frequent power failure, production in the mills and factories is being disrupted. It also causes
economic instability.
The teachers, students and people in the offices have to face a very difficult situation when there is
power-cut. Besides, where the power failure is all around, anti-socials and thieves get chance to
indulge themselves in different crimes.
People of every walk of life have repeatedly complained to the relevant authorities but no response is
obtained. Now we draw the attention of the government to look into the matter and ensure the
regular and normal supply of electricity everywhere in the country.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  opinion  gZvgZ| consumption  eÅenvi, wbtGklKiY| shortage 
NvUwZ| frequent  evisevi| disrupted  eÅvnZ nIqv| instability  AwÕ©wZkxjZv| anti-socials  AmvgvwRK|
indulge  PwiZv^Æ Kiv| relevant  mswkÏÓ¡| demand  Pvwn`v| incur  •WGK Avbv|
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16. Complaining about a damaged product sold to you by a sales assistant. (ÞwZMÉÕ¦ cYÅ weKÌq mÁ¼G®¬
AwfGhvMcò|)
Ans.
House 2, Road 2
BIHAS, Rajshahi 6205
The Manager 5 December 2024
Quality Leathers
222/R.D. Market, Rajshahi
Subject : A complaint letter regarding customer service
Dear Sir,
I am writing to complain about a leather jacket which I bought from your store 3 weeks ago. I had
tried a jacket on in the shop and checked it carefully before I decided to buy it. When I went to the
cash desk, however, the assistant persuaded me to take one which was already packaged and
assured me that it was perfect.
When I reached home and tried the jacket on, I found a large rip under the side pocket. As you will
realize, I was extremely upset to discover this.
The jacket was very expensive, and I only bought it from you because of your reputation for quality.
In fact I always recommended your shop to friends in the past. I was shocked.
I am returning the jacket with this letter and looking forward to receiving an apology with a full
refund of the cost, Tk. 2950.00.
I look forward to hearing from you as soon as possible.
Yours sincerely,
Moinur Rashid
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  persuade  cÉGivwPZ Kiv| rip  •Quov| reputation  mybvg|
recommend  mycvwik Kiv| apology  Þgv cÉv^Æbv| refund  •diZ| complain  AwfGhvM Kiv| upset  weglÆ|
expensive  `vwg|

17. For taking proper initiative about the disposal of waste from the garden. (eRÆÅ wbtmiGYi RbÅ h^vh^
eÅeÕ©v MÉnGYi RbÅ AvGe`bcò|)
Ans.
June 18, 2024
Dhaka South City Corporation (DSCC)
Nagar Bhaban
Dhaka-1000
Subject : Regarding the poor maintenance of the garden and improper waste disposal
Sir,
I am Naila Aziz, a resident of Keraniganj area. I am writing to bring to your notice the poor
maintenance of the garden near our residential area and the improper disposal of waste. The garden
near the residential area was watered regularly, and grass shrubs were trimmed and maintained
neatly in the beginning. It has been more than a month now since any kind of maintenance is done
in the garden. We have tried to contact the person in charge, but every effort has just been in vain.
Another growing issue is the problem of waste disposal. There were people from the corporation
collecting garbage for disposal every two days, but it has been more than a week now since they have
collected any garbage from our area. This has led to the accumulation of waste, and people have
started dumping it in the corner of the street as they have no other choice. Kindly look into this
matter and the maintenance of the garden as it would become a huge mess if this continues. It
would be highly appreciated if you could also inform the residents that all garbage would be collected
and not to throw them out around the street corners.
Thank you.
Yours faithfully,
Naila Aziz
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  maintenance  iÞYvGeÞY| residential  AvevwmK| disposal 
•djv| trimmed QuvUv| accumulation Rgv| mess  RMvwLPzwo| garbage AveRÆbv| effect cÉGPÓ¡v| vain eÅ^Æ|
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18. About mosquito menace. (gkvi DrcvZ mÁ¼G®¬ RvwbGq AvGe`b|)

Ans.
The Mayor
Dhaka South City Corporation
Phoenix Road, Fulbaria, Dhaka1000
Subject : Complaint about mosquito menace
Sir,
Mosquito menace is nothing new for the residents of Dhaka. But, recently it has become a serious
problem at Lalbag, especially in old Dhaka as this menace has gone out of hand. As the warm
season comes, the menace increases.
People in different parts of this capital city are now complaining about intolerable mosquito bite
throughout day and night. Mosquito coils, spray and mosquito nets have proved futile in stopping
mosquito menace. Numerous people are suffering from dengue and malaria due to this menace. It is
reported that some of the children in our locality already died of dengue.
Under the circumstances, it is prayed and hoped that you would kindly take immediate measures to
stop mosquito menace in our area and help us to lead a healthy life.
Yours faithfully,
Mr. Anisuzzaman
On behalf of the locality
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  menace  Dc`Ëe| residents  Awaevmx| complaining  AwfGhvM Kiv|
intolerable  Amnbxq| numerous  AmsLÅ| serious  gvivñK| futile  wbÓ¹j/AKvhÆKi|
Letter of Application  Seeking Information
19. Suppose, you are Alom/Aleya. You want to open a Bank Account in a local Bank. Now, write an
application to the Manager of the Bank seeking necessary information (e.g. how to open the
account, what papers are needed, etc.). (eÅvsK wnmve •Lvjvi RbÅ cÉGqvRbxq Z^Å RvbGZ •PGq AvGe`b|)
Ans.
August 1, 2024
Branch Manager
IFIC Bank Ltd
Bijoy Nagar, Dhaka-1000
Subject : Seeking information about opening a savings account
Dear Sir,
I have read a lot about your bank’s success and customer service from my friends and social media.
So I want to open a savings account in your bank, and I also want to enjoy your customer service. To
fulfill my purpose I am in need of the exact procedure of opening a savings account including
necessary papers that needed to be submitted.
I hope you will help me to inform about the requirements as soon as possible.
Yours truly,
Aleya Ferdous
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  social media  mvgvwRK gvaÅg| purpose  DGókÅ| procedure 
c«¬wZ| submit  •ck Kiv, Rgv •`Iqv| inform  RvbvGbv|
20. Asking the manager of a travel agency to send you details of holidays abroad. (weG`Gk ögGYi welGq
weÕ¦vwiZ RvbGZ •PGq AvGe`bcò|)
Ans.
2 May 2024
The Manager
Global Tours & Travels
Dhaka
Subject : Seeking information about a tour abroad
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Dear Sir,
I like to inform you that I want to make a foreign tour during the coming summer vacation with your
renowned travel agency. I will go to Kathmandu and stay there for five days. I would like to start my
journey on 15 May 2024 and return before 23 May 2024. I also like to visit most of the tourist spots
there. So now I would like to know the details of such a package tour. It will be convenient for me if
you inform me of the details of such a tour.
Hope, you will reply to my query informing me of the details.
Thanking you,
Shagupta Nasreen
Doulatpur Khulna
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  convenient  myweavRbK| query  wRævmv| vacation  QywU/AeKvk|
foreign  weG`k| coming  Avm®²| visit  •eovGbv| tourist spot  chÆUb •K±`Ê|

21. Asking information about the job e.g. salary, work hour, benefits, overtime, responsibility, etc.
(PvKwii eÅvcvGi wewf®² welq RvbGZ •PGq AvGe`b|)
Ans.
22 May 2024
The Director
Transcom Group
Dhaka
Subject : Asking for further information about Office Executive
Dear Sir,
From your advertisement published in ‘The Daily Star’ on 15 May 2024, I have come to know that
some Office Executives will be appointed under your authority. But there is not sufficient
information in the advertisement about the requisite academic qualifications, salary, work hour,
benefits, overtime, responsibility, etc. As I am an interested candidate for this post, I would like to
know the details about above information.
I, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to inform me the above information as
early as possible. I am enthusiastically waiting for your quick reply.
Thanking you,
Rafiq
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  sufficient  chÆvµ¦| interested  AvMÉnx| enthusiastically 
AvMÉnfGi| appoint  wbhyÚ Kiv/wbGqvM •`Iqv| requisite  cÉGqvRbxq| benefit  myweav| responsibility  `vwqZ½|
detail  weÕ¦vwiZ| candidate  cÉv^xÆ|
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Lesson-2 Writing E-mails

1. You are the manager of Evergreen Grocery Shop. Read the following e-mail sent by the
production manager of Pran Foods Ltd. and write a reply requesting him to supply you some
food items for your shop. (•Kvb •KvÁ·vwbi BGgBGji RevGe KwZcq Lv`Å mieivGni AbyGiva RvwbGq BGgBj|)
To : mr.x31@[Link]
Subject : To get informed about our food items.
Dear Sir,
We are pleased to inform you that Pran takes a comprehensive approach to all kinds of agro-
processed food products, considering all of the ways by which lives can be enriched through
ensuring hygienic and quality food products. Pran Foods Ltd. has recently produced some kinds of
agro-processed foods locally. We supply these foods to various shops not only at home but also
abroad as we offer our foods with a good price. Apart from this, we are determined to supply the best
quality foods to our clients. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Sincerely yours,
Production Manager
Pran Foods Ltd. Dhaka
Ans.
To : officeprangroup52@[Link]
Subject : Request to supply for food items
Dear Sir,
I am pleased to place the following order with you. Kindly send the following food items by the 12 th of
this month. Please ensure quick delivery as well as good products for further orders.
Sl. Items with description Quantity
1. Basmati rice 100 packets
2. Pran tomato sauce 100 pieces
3. Pran potato chips 50 pieces
4. Sweet toast 100 packets
5. Mango juice 300 bottles
6. Mango pickles 60 bottles
The food items should be neatly packed and the parcel should be sent by SA Paribahan addressing
Evergreen Grocery Shop, 45 Purana Paltan, Dhaka-1100. Payment will be made immediately after
the parcel is received.
Yours truly,
Basir Ahmed
Manager
Evergreen Grocery Shop
45, Purana Paltan, Dhaka
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  comprehensive  eÅvcK| agro-processed  K‡wl cÉwKÌqvRvZ|
hygienic  Õ¼vÕ©ÅKi| enrich  mg†«¬ Kiv| afart from  QvovI| neatly  my±`ifvGe|

2. Suppose, you are the manager of a hotel in Cox's Bazar. You have given an advertisement of
your hotel in a national daily. You have received an e-mail from one of your probable boarders.
Now, write a reply to it. (•nvGUGji •mevi welGq weÕ¦vwiZ RvwbGq BGgBj|)
Ans.
To : [Link]@[Link]
Subject : Detail information about service
Dear Sir,
In response to your e-mail, we are pleased to inform you that we offer you two types of luxurious
roomsA/C & nonA/C as per your requirement. The charges for A/C room and non-A/C room are
Tk. 4,000/- and Tk. 3,000/- only per day.
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We also have our own luxurious cars for sight-seeing and it will cost you only Tk. 3,000/- per day.
Further, besides 24 hour water supply, we have 24-hours electricity supply facilities as we have our
own power generator.
So, we hope, your stay at our hotel will be comfortable and convenient.
Awaiting for your early reply.
Thanking you,
Deputy Manager
Hotel Cox Today
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  response  Reve, Dîi| requirement  Pvwn`v| sight-seeing  `kÆbxq
Õ©vb ögY, NyGi •eovGbvi Õ©vb| comfortable  Avivg`vqK| convenient  myweavRbK|
3. Suppose, you want to open a bank account in EXIM Bank. Now, write an e-mail to the manager
about it. (eÅvsGK wnmve •Lvjvi AvGe`b RvwbGq BGgBj|)
Ans.
To : Eximbank<[Link]@[Link]>
Subject : Request for opening a new Savings Account
Sir/ Madam,
With reference to the above-mentioned subject, my name is Sheena Ahmed and I am interested in
opening a new Savings Account with a reputed bank as yours. Thereby, I am enclosing the required
filled application form, documents as well as photographs as per the requirements. It would be
highly appreciable if you do the needful and initiate the process as soon as possible.
Allow me to thank you in advance for your consideration.
Thanking you,
Sincerely,
Sheena Ahmed
Enclosures:
(1) An application form.
(2) A Copy of Identity Card.
(3) Photographs 3 copies
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  above-mentioned  DcGivwÍÏwLZ| enclose  mvG^ w`Gq •`Iqv|
appreciable  cÉksmbxq| needful  cÉGqvRbxq| initiate  ÷i‚ Kiv|

4. Suppose, you are the secretary of the computer club of your college. Write an e-mail to a
computer accessories dealer requesting him to supply some computer accessories for your
college. (KgwcDUvi h¯¨vsk mieivGni AbyGiva RvwbGq BGgBj|)
Ans.
To : braintechcomputers@[Link]
Subject : About supplying some computer accessories
Dear Concerned,
You are a trusted supplier of computer accessories for our college. We also are a regular client for
you. With this continuation, I am sending a list of accessories to be sent immediately.
1. Keyboard Logitech  5 pcs.
2. Boca Video Card  5 pcs.
3. Cannon Printer X2i  1 pcs.
4. Mustek Scanner  1 pcs.
5. NEC Monitor  3 pcs.
6. Quantum hard drive  2 pcs.
7. Apacer Pendrive 32 GB  5 pcs.
Hope the ordered accessories will be delivered duly.
Thanking you,
Farhan Kabir
Secretary, Computer Club
SKF College
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  accessories  h¯¨vsk| trusted  wek¼Õ¦| client  Lwióvi, •KÌZv|
continuation  avivevwnKZv| immediately  AwejGÁ¼|
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5. Suppose, you are the Director of Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation. One of your probable
clients has sent you the following e-mail inquiring some information of tour to Cox's Bazar.
Read the following e-mail and write a reply to it. (cÅvGKR ögGYi weÕ¦vwiZ RvbGZ •PGq BGgBj|)
To : [Link]@[Link]
Subject : For further information regarding package tour
Dear Concerned,
I have gone through the advertisement published in the Daily Star highlighting the package tour to
Cox's Bazar. The offer attracted me most. Please provide me more about the timing, hotel facilities
and probable discounts.
Sincerely yours,
Mazharul Islam
Ans.
To : [Link]@[Link]
Subject : Regarding the information about tour to Cox's Bazar.
Dear Sir,
It is a great pleasure for us that you've asked us for information regarding the tour to Cox's Bazar.
Now let me inform you of the matter. It is a three-day package tour starting from 25 June 2024.
There are four AC Bus of the Parjatan Corporation that will carry the tourists from Dhaka at 7 am on
25 June 2024. Hotel Sea Gull will accommodate the tourists. And we're sorry to say that there is no
discount in this season.
Faithfully yours
Anwar Parvez
Bangladesh Parjatan Corporation
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  hgihlight  jÞYxq Kiv| provide  mieivn Kiv| probable  mÁ¿veÅ|
accommodate  AvevmGbi eÅeÕ©v Kiv, ^vKvi eÅeÕ©v Kiv| discount  wWmKvD´Ÿ, evUv ev Kwgkb ev Qvo|

6. Suppose, you are the head of your sports department. Write an e-mail to a sports dealer for
some sporting materials that you need for your annual sports meet. (•Ljvi mvgMÉx `Ë‚Z mieivGni
AbyGiva RvwbGq BGgBj|)
Ans.
To : elegantsports@[Link]
Subject : Request to supply sports materials urgently
Dear Sir,
For our annual sports meet, we are urgently in need of some sports materials listed below. Please
ensure the super quality and immediate delivery.
Payment to be made on delivery of the goods.
Sincerely yours,
Gazi A. Sadek
Head of Sports Department
Gazipur District Sports Council
Gazipur
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  urgently  Ri‚wi wfwîGZ| need  cÉGqvRb| material  wRwbm, mvgMÉx|
ensure  wbwøZ Kiv| payment  UvKv cÉ`vb|
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Composition Question Review 

WRITING
11 PARAGRAPHS
By Listing/Description

Listing Paragraphs
1. Write a paragraph of about 200 words describing the Merits and Demerits of a Mobile Phone.
Ans. The merits and demerits of Mobile Phone
Mobilephones have revolutionized the way people in Bangladesh communicate, access information,
and engage with the digital world. The advantages of mobilephones in Bangladesh are evident.
Firstly, they have facilitated easy and instant communication, enabling people to stay connected
with their loved ones, regardless of distance. Mobilephones have also opened up a world of
knowledge and information, providing access to educational resources, news updates, and online
learning platforms. Additionally, mobilephones have played a significant role in the growth of e-
commerce, allowing people to shop online, access digital banking services, and engage in cashless
transactions. However, there are also disadvantages associated with mobilephones in Bangladesh.
Excessive use of mobilephones can lead to addiction and negatively impact productivity, particularly
among the younger population. They have also contributed to a decline in face-to-face social
interactions, potentially affecting personal relationships and social dynamics. Moreover, the
increasing dependence on mobilephones has raised concerns about privacy and data security.
Overall, while mobilephones have brought numerous advantages, it is important to address the
potential disadvantages associated with their use. Promoting digital literacy and ensuring responsible
mobilephone usage can help maximize the benefits for individuals and society as a whole.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  revolutionize  weµÏe NUvGbv| evident  Õ·Ó¡| regardless  wbweÆGkGl|
access  cÉGekvwaKvi •`Iqv| asociated  hyÚ| excessive  AwZwiÚ| addiction  AvmwÚ| decline  nËvm|
dynamics  MwZkxjZv| potential  mÁ¿vebvgq| responsible  `vwqZ½kxj| maximize  mGeÆvœP Kiv|
2. Write a paragraph on "Tree Plantation". Use 200 words.
Ans. Tree Plantation/ Importance of Trees (e†ÞGivcY/e†GÞi ài‚Z½)
Tree plantation refers to the process of planting trees in a designated area for various purposes, such
as environmental conservation, improving air quality, reducing soil erosion, and providing shade.
Trees play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance on our planet. Trees not only provide
us with oxygen, but they also absorb carbon dioxide, which is responsible for global warming.
Planting trees is the most effective way to reduce the carbon footprint and combat climate change.
Trees also help to reduce soil erosion, improve air quality, and provide habitats for various species of
animals and birds. They are also a source of food, medicine and timber. In addition to environmental
benefits, tree plantation has social and economic benefits as well. They also enhance the beauty of
landscapes and attract tourism, which can create employment opportunities and generate revenue
for local communities. Therefore, it is vital to plant trees in large numbers every year. Government,
NGOs, and individuals must come together to ensure that enough trees are planted to meet the
needs of the planet. Tree plantation drives should be organized in urban as well as rural areas to
ensure that the entire planet is benefited from the initiative. Schools, colleges, and universities
should encourage their students to participate in such drives and make them aware of the
importance of planting trees. However, tree plantation is an essential component of sustainable
development. It has numerous environmental, social, and economic benefits, which contribute to the
well-being of both humans and the planet. So, we should continue to promote and support tree
plantation programmes to create a greener and healthier world.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  designated area  gGbvbxZ ‣jvKv| conservation  msiÞY| crucial
 Lye ài‚Z½cƒYÆ| carbon footprint  wewf®² KgÆKvGíi dGj m†Ó¡ •gvU MÉxbnvDR MÅvm wbtmiY| habitat  Avevm, evmÕ©vb|
generate  m†wÓ¡ Kiv, Drcv`b Kiv| initiative  DG`ÅvM| component  Dcv`vb|
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3. Write a paragraph on "International Mother Language Day". Use 200 words.

Ans. International Mother Language Day
The language of one's native land which is learnt subconsciously by the speakers from their
childhood is known as mother language. Every nation has its own language and everybody loves his
mother language. We are Bangladeshi and Bangla is our mother tongue. To establish this language
as the state language during the Pakistani regime many Bangalees including some students like
Salam, Barkat, Rafiq, Safiq and so on sacrificed their valuable lives on the 21st February, 1952. And
as such the 21st February is regarded as a red letter day in our national life. Every year we
remember this day with due respect. Considering the significant background of this rare language
movement, the UNO declared the International Mother Language Day to be observed on 21st
February every year. The first initiative was taken by the two Bangladeshis for the recognition of the
International Mother Language Day. Rafiqul Islam and Abdus Salam, residing in Canada, through
their organisation 'The Mother Language Lover of the World' applied for the declaration to the general
secretary of the UNO, Mr Kofi Anan. Later through UNESCO, after a long process it was recognised
as the International Mother Language Day. It is really a great achievement for Bangladesh and the
Bangladeshi people.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  subconsciously  AeGPZbfvGe| sacrifice  DrmMÆ Kiv| significant
 ZvrchÆcƒYÆ| background  cUf„wg| initiative  c`GÞc| recognition  Õ¼xK‡wZ| declaration  •NvlYv|
achivement  ARÆb| regime  kvmb| regarded  weGewPZ|
Descriptive Paragraphs
4. Write a paragraph on "Padma Multipurpose Bridge" within 200 words.
Ans. Padma Multipurpose Bridge
The Padma Multipurpose Bridge, commonly known as the Padma Bridge, is a two-level road-rail
bridge acroos the Padma River. It is the most challenging construction project in the history of
Bangladesh. It carries a four-lane highway on the upper level and a single track railway on the lower
level. The length of the bridge is 6.15 km while the width is 18.8 m. The bridge has a total of 42
pillars. Steel spans have been placed on the pillars. It connects Louhajang Upazila of Munshiganj
and Zazira Upazila of Shariatpur. It has linked the southwest regions of the country to the northern
and eastern regions. The bridge was inaugurated on 25 June 2022 by the Prime Minister Sheikh
Hasina. The cost of the bridge is tk. 30,193 crore. The project was funded by the Government of
Bangladesh. The Padma Multipurpose Bridge is a dream project for the millions of people in the
southwestern region of Bangladesh. It has connected 21 southwestern districts which were cut off
from the country's major economic centre, the Dhaka-Chattogram economic corridors. Ferries,
launches and boats were the only means of communication and transport on the river Padma to the
south-western districts. This form of transport was not only uncertain but also time-consuming. Due
to poor connectivity, economic operation in this zone was not easy. Consequently, the districts did
not see much industrialization. So the Padma Bridge will offer many advantages to the regions. This
enhanced connectivity will encourage the investors to set up new industries in the region. It is
expected that the Padma Bridge will boost country's annual GDP by 1.23 percent. Similarly, the
southwestern region's GDP is projected to increase by 2.5 percent.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  multipurpose  eügyLx| width  cÉÕ©| connect  mshyÚ Kiv|
inaugurate  DG«¼vab Kiv| fund  Znwej •hvMvGbv| cut off  wewœQ®² nIqv| uncertain  AwbwøZ| time-
consuming  mgq •ÞcY KGi ‣gb| enhanced  mg†«¬|
5. Write a paragraph of analysis on "Your favourite Teacher".
Ans. My Favourite Teacher
Usually a student is taught by many teachers. But all the teachers cannot impress a student by
their extraordinary qualities. One or two of them can touch the heart of the students by his
distinguished teaching capacity and become favourite to them. Mr. Anis Ahmed is such a teacher
who is very favourite to me. He teaches us English. His method of teaching is very easy and lucid. He
has a clear and pleasant voice. He is very expert in finding out the weakness of a student. And
accordingly he helps him overcome that weakness. He increases the curiosity of a student and
arouses the latent talent in him. He follows the modern method of teaching. He makes a lesson
interesting to the students. If a student fails to understand any term, he helps him understand it
again and again. He is also very well-behaved and co-operative. He is respected and admired not only
by the students but also by our guardians, teachers and the Principal. I hardly find these qualities in
other teachers. I myself desire to be a teacher like him. Because such a teacher is an asset to the
country and he lives in the hearts of the students.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  impress gy™¬ Kiv| distinguished Õ¼Z¯¨| capacity mvg^ÆÅ| lucid
mnRGevaÅ| curiosity •KŒZ„nj| latent myµ¦|
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6. Write a paragraph on "A Sunset Scene". Use 200 words.

Ans. A Sunset Scene
A sunset scene is always appealing. In the eye of a nature loving poet the narration of the sunset
scene is heart throbbing indeed. Rising from the east, the sun goes down in the west. The farther he
goes towards the west the bigger and redder he looks. Going to the western horizon the sun takes
crimson red form. Then the deep red ray of the sun with a faint tremor touches the tree tops, hill
tops, house tops, sea beach and the like. All the nature puts on a heavenly reddish dress and a
sweet fire work plays hide and seek on the sea-beach and in the bosom of rivers and seas. But we
may notice a magical play of different colour if the sky is full of patched clouds. Then the flight of
birds going back to their nesting places is an extra dimension of beauty, charm and romance. The
sunset scenery in this phase makes a poetic mind nonchalant. The callous minded people also
become spell bound, at times, by the colourful magic of the setting sun. Infact the sunset is
resemblance to the scene of twilight, a never ending appeal for nature loving guys. In the true sense
of sunset it may be admitted without any excuse that sun-set scene is impossible for an ordinary
man to describe.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  appealing  AvKlÆYxq| horizon  w`M¯¦| crimson  iwÚg| heavenly
 Õ¼MxÆq| dimension  gvòv| nonchalant  D`vmxb, fveyK| callous  fveGjknxb| resemblance  cÉwZœQvqv,
Abyi…cZv|
7. Write a paragraph on "Domestic Workers". Use 200 words.
Ans. Domestic Workers
Domestic workers play an important role in the socio-economic landscape of Bangladesh. They often
serve as the backbone of many households. These dedicated individuals undertake various
household tasks, such as cleaning, cooking, childcare, and even elderly care, etc. And, thus they
provide essential support to families and ensure the smooth functioning of homes across the
country. Despite their significant contribution to society, domestic workers face many challenges.
Many are subjected to low wages, long working hours, and limited legal protections. This condition
makes them vulnerable to exploitation and abuse. Moreover, a lack of formal recognition and
regulation further increases their vulnerable status. To deal with these issues, it is essential for the
government and society to recognize the rights of domestic workers. It is furthermore essential to
ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and access to social security for them. In addition,
promoting education and awareness about the importance of their work can foster greater respect
and appreciation for the invaluable services domestic workers provide. However, empowering this
workforce through these moves will not only enhance their well-being but also contribute to a more
equitable and just society.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  socio-economic  Av^Æ-mvgvwRK| backbone  •gi‚`í| undertake 
`vwqZ½fvi •bIqv| essential support  AZÅvekÅKxq mnGhvwMZv| despite  mGî½I| face  mÁÃyLxb nIqv| low wages
 Kg gRywi/•eZb| legal protection  AvBbMZ wbivcîv/myiÞv| formal recognition  AvbyÓ¤vwbK Õ¼xK‡wZ| foster 
DrmvwnZ Kiv, jvjb Kiv| appreciation  cÉksmv, gƒjÅvqb| invaluable  AgƒjÅ| moves  c`GÞcmgƒn|
8. Write a paragraph of space on "Garment Industry". Use 200 words.
Ans. Garment Industry
Garment industry is playing a vital role in the economy of the country. It is the fore-runner of all
industries in Bangladesh. The demand of garments comes just after food. About 25 lacs of people in
this crowded country are employed in garment industry. Bangladesh is earning a lot of foreign
currency with the help of garment industry. So its importance is very great in the economy of
Bangladesh. The cause of setting up garment industry in our country is its favourable environment,
much skilled and available labourers, available power sectors, supply of capital, govt and non-govt
patronage and initiative, developed transport and communication system, certain market,
technological knowledge and so on. The manufacturing products of garment industry of Bangladesh
are shirt, pant, children's garment etc. There are more than 2000 garment factories in our country.
Most of the garment factories are in Dhaka and Chattogram. The garment industry plays a very
significant role in strengthening our poor economic frame. We should be more sincere and cordial to
make the industry more developed. Consequently, more foreign exchange will enter our country than
present.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  forerunner  AMÉ`ƒZ| favourable  AbyKzj| patronage 
c†Ó¤GcvlKZv| initiative  c`GÞc, DG`ÅvM| significant  ZvrchÆcƒYÆ| economic frame  A^Æ‹bwZK KvVvGgv|
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Composition Question Review 

WRITING
12 PARAGRAPHS
Comparison and Contrast/Cause and Effect

Comparison & Contrast Paragraphs

1. Write a compare and contrast paragraph on "City life and Rural life".
Ans. City Life and Rural Life
Leading life in urban area is known as city life. On the contrary, leading life in rural area is known
as rural life. There is no want of job opportunities in city as there are more mills and factories there.
On the contrary, there is severe want of job opportunities in rural area as there is want of mills and
factories there. There are more educational and medical institutions in city area. So, students can
easily take higher education there. Besides, city dwellers can easily get medical treatment. On the
contrary, there is severe want of educational and medical hospitals in village areas. Consequently,
village people have to come to city to take higher education and medical treatment. Sometimes they
face harassment while taking education as well as medical treatment. There is no want of criminals
in urban areas. Crimes are often committed in city areas. City life is severely hampered because of
different heinous crimes. On the contrary, crimes are rarely committed in village areas. So, rural life
is comparatively peaceful and happier. Food adulteration is severe in city areas. Taking adulterated
food and drinks, city dwellers often become sick. On the contrary, village people get opportunity to
take natural food and drinks. Food of different types in village areas is almost free from adulteration.
So, village people do not fall sick frequently. Environmental pollution is severe in city areas. By
taking polluted air and water, city dwellers often get sick. On the contrary, environmental pollution
is less in rural areas. Village people can take fresh air and be healthier and happier. There is no
want of amusement centres in city area. But they are artificial and commercial. On the contray,
there is no amusement centre in rural area. But village areas are full of natural beauties and
charms. Village people can refresh their mind and mentality by enjoying natural beauties and
charms. Thus they can remain hale and hearty.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  on the contrary  cÞv¯¦Gi| severe want  ZxeË Afve| city dwellers
 bMievmx| harassment  nqivwb| heinous  RNbÅ| adulteration  •fRvj| amusement  weGbv`b|
artificial  K‡wòg| hale and hearty  myÕ©mej|

Cause & Effect Paragraphs

2. Write a paragraph showing causes and effects of Road Accident in Bangladesh. Use 200 words.
Ans. Causes and Effects of Road Accidents in Bangladesh
Road accident is an accident which occurs in the roads or in the streets. Road accidents occur very
often in Bangladesh. There are various reasons for road accidents in our country. Our drivers are
not experienced and trained enough. They often drive recklessly. They ignore traffic rules frequently.
Their tendency to overtake other vehicles is also another reason. Again most of the vehicles are so
faulty and defective that they cannot run smoothly. Our roads are inadequate and narrow but many
vehicles ply on these narrow roads. So, road accidents frequently occur. Poor traffic system is also
responsible for road accident. Road accident has a devastating and horrible effect. Most of the time,
these road accidents snatch the lives of the passengers, even of the drivers. Many lose some parts of
their body. For them life becomes a curse. The common passengers are the worst sufferers. The
victims lose either their working ability or even their lives. Whatever happens to them, their families
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have to bear the brunt of their tragic consequences. Road accidents can be checked by implementing
strict traffic rules. The drivers must be experienced and trained. They must be forced to abide by
traffic rules. Faulty vehicles must be banned. Thus, we can avoid the curse of road accident.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  experienced  Awfæ| recklessly  •ecGivqvfvGe| ignore  AMÉvnÅ
KGi| tendency  cÉeYZv| defective  ò‚wUcƒYÆ| inadequate  AcÉZzj| devastating  a»smvñK| horrible 
fqâi| snatch  •KGo •bq| brunt  AvNvZ| tragic  weGqvMv¯¦K| implementing  cÉGqvM| strict  KGVvi|
banned  wbwl«¬| avoid  ‣ovGZ cvwi|

3. Write a paragraph on 'Environment Pollution'. Use about 200 words.

Ans. Environment Pollution
The elements of our surroundings such as air, water, soil, weather, climate, etc all make up our
environment. If the natural relationships among these elements are disturbed, the ecological balance
is hampered and this is termed environment pollution. Our environment is being polluted in many
ways. First of all, with the increase of population, the number of mills, factories and vehicles
increases, they produce more toxic fumes and more carbon mono-oxide which cause air pollution.
Secondly, water is polluted by industrial waste, poisonous chemicals and other contaminated or
harmful substances. Forests and trees are being cut down and thus the ecological balance is being
hampered. We have noise from motor vehicles, aeroplanes, domestic appliance and so on. These
cause sound pollution which is not less harmful than any other sort of pollution. All these types of
pollution have harmful effects on humans, animals and plants. Air pollution causes various
respiratory diseases and water pollution causes water-borne diseases. Sound pollution affects the
capacity of our hearing. Again all pollution causes an ecological imbalance. So we should keep the
environment pollution-free to ensure a safe environment for us.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  elements  Dcv`vb| surroundings  cwiGek| disturbed  bÓ¡ nq|
balance  fvimvgÅ| toxic  welvÚ| fumes  MÅvm| waste  eRÆÅ| contaminated  `ƒwlZ| harmful  ÞwZKi|
substances  c`v^Æ| respiratory  k¼vmRwbZ| water-borne  cvwbevwnZ|

4. Write a cause and effect paragraph on "Price Spiral/Price Hike".

Ans. Price Spiral/Price Hike
The term "Price Hike"denotes the escalation of the price of daily necessaries. Price of daily
necessaries is going up. People having limited income are suffering to keep body and soul together. It
seems that price escalation has reached levels beyond moral's control. Greed for lucre and self-
centred aptitude are largely responsible for this unexpected price hike. Market mechanism has set
the chain reaction which is now beyond the control of the administration. Though combined forces
raided a lot of ware house where commodities were allegedly hoarded during The Caretaker Govt. but
in vain. The dishonest businessmen and their syndicate are basically responsible for the price hike.
They make the artificial scarcity and increase the rate of the price. Again, the shortage in the supply
may cause the high rate of the goods. Sometimes during the Ramadan, the dishonest businessmen
escalate the price of consumable items highest ever. The whole-seller and the retailers blame each
other. The retailers always complain that the whole sellers keep high price. On the other hand the
whole sellers tell about the high cost of transportation, toll collection, shortage of production and
high rate in the international market. Price hiking of the household products has now become
unbearable for us. Everyone of us are facing it. Most of our people having limited income or who are
poor are in danger. As there is no consumers association, they can't even protest against it. They
cannot think of buying meat and fish as they require. The price of vegetables and other items (onion,
chilly, ginger) is also high. At times the customers are cheated as there is no fixed price for every
item. It the price of every item is made fixed, the consumers will be free from harassment.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  denote mƒwPZ Kiv| escalation e†w«¬| lucre A‹eafvGe UvKv evbvGbv|
to keep body and soul together •Kvb iKGg •euGP ^vKv| raid cywjGki SwUKv nvgjv| consumable •fvMÅ|
retailer LyPiv weGKÌZv| consumer •fvÚv|

5. Write a paragraph on "Global Warming".

Ans. Global Warming
Global warming is the ultimate result of climate change. Global Warming is the rise of temperature
of the atmosphere results from heat being trapped by environmental pollution. It is caused by the
destruction and burning down of tropical rain forests, by traffic that clogs up city streets, by the
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rapid growth of industry, the use of CFCs in packing and manufacturing commercial products, the
use of detergents and so on. However, the main culprits for global warming are carbon dioxide gas,
produced by the burning of fossil fuels and forests, and pollutants such as methane and
chlorofluorocarbons. Global warming becomes a constant threat to the living beings. It threatens our
happy living. Scientists predict that midway through this century, temperatures may have risen by
as much as 4ºc. This could catastrophically reduce mankind's ability to grow food, destroy or severely
damage wildlife and wilderness, raise sea levels and thereby flood coastal areas and farmland. The
alarming news about Bangladesh is that as a result of the rise of the sea level, the lower southern
part of the country may one day go under water. So it is necessary to do something better for
preventing global warming. For this reason, we should preserve our environmental balance.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  ultimate  P„ov¯¦| trapped  AvUGK cov| rain forest  NbelÆY
ebvçj| detergent  gqjv cwiÓ•viKvix `ËeÅ| fossil  RxevkÄ| pollutants  `ƒlK/hv `ƒlY NUvq| constant 
AweiZ| catastrophically  wechÆqcƒYÆfvGe|
6. Writing a Paragraph on "COVID19".
Ans. COVID19
Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which cause respiratory infection ranging from the
common cold to acute respiratory infection. The new strain of virus was identified to be a novel
coronavirus, and the disease it causes is now referred to as coronavirus disease or COVID19. It is a
contagious disease. The first known case was identified in Wuhan, China, in December 2019. The
disease has since spread worldwide, leading to an ongoing pandemic. The common symptoms of
Covid-19 are fever, cough, fatigue, shortness of breath, and loss of smell and taste. Majority of the
cases show mild symptoms. In severe cases, it can cause pneumonia, multiple organ failure and
death. The virus is primarily spread among people during close contact of the infected people. The
infected people produce small droplets by coughing, sneezing, and talking. This droplets spread
Covid-19 among others. People of any age can catch COVID19, but it most commonly affects older
persons and persons with high blood pressure, heart disease, lung disease, cancer or diabetes. To
prevent infection recommended measures are frequent hand washing, maintaining physical distance
from others, quarantine for the people with symptoms, covering coughs and keeping unwashed
hands away from the face. Several COVID19 vaccines have been approved and distributed in most
of the countries. Booster doses are being given in some countries. It is hoped that people of the world
will get rid of COVID19 soon.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  respiratory  k¼vmZ¯¨ RwbZ| infection  msKÌgY| strain  cÉRvwZ,
aiY| contagious  msKÌvgK, •QuvqvGP| pandemic  gnvgvwi| fatigue  KÑvw¯¦, Aemv`| quarantine  mãGiva|
7. Write a paragraph on "AIDS".
Ans. AIDS
One of the terrifying diseases that has found no cure till today is AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome) that is caused by the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). The disease destroys the
immunity or resistance system of the body that helps man withstand the attack of the some bacteria
or virus. Thus, he is attacked by a number of other diseases and ultimately dies a premature and
painful death. The largest number AIDS cases has been found in America followed by Africa. But in
recent times this dreadful curse is on the rise in Asian countries as well. Though researches for
isloating the aIDS virus and efforts to find its antidote are going on, no positive cure has yet been
found. Only preventive steps like avoiding careless sex and unchecked blood transfusion have been
suggested. One of the serious effects of AIDS infection is the social stigma that it causes to the
victim.
Selected Vocabulary (wbeÆvwPZ kõv^Æ)  immunity  cÉwZGiva ÞgZv| withstand  AvKÌgGYi gyGL wUGK ^vKv|
bacteria  RxevYy| premature  AKvGj ev AcwiYZ eqGm| curse  Awfkvc| preventive  cÉwZGiva| careless
sex  Amveavbx •hŒbvPvi| effects  dj| social stigma  mvgvwRK jäv|
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GRAMMAR
Unit01  Use of Prepositions ....................................................................................................... 5
Unit02  Special Uses of words/ phrases .................................................................................. 13
Unit03  Completing Sentences ................................................................................................ 29
Unit04  Using Correct form of Verbs ....................................................................................... 49
Unit05  Changing Narrative Style/ Changing Speech ............................................................. 59
Unit06  Use of Modifiers .......................................................................................................... 66
Unit07  Use of Sentence Connectors ....................................................................................... 75
Unit08  Use of Synonyms and Antonyms ................................................................................ 81
Unit09  Use of Punctuation Marks........................................................................................... 91

COMPOSITION
Unit10 # Writing Formal Letter/ Email
Lesson1 : Writing Formal Letters (Academic)
1. Request for permission to open a debating club. ....................................................... 99
2. Application to provide multimedia facilities for classrooms. ...................................... 99
3. Request for permission to open a relief camp on the college premises. .................... 100
4. Application for seeking permission for arranging a friendly cricket match in
the college playground. .......................................................................................... 101
5. Application for taking measures against outsiders in the college campus
during class hours. ................................................................................................ 101
6. Request for arranging a clean-up programme around the college. ........................... 102
Letter of Application  Social Issues
7. Write an application to the Civil Surgeon of your district to open a COVID unit
in your local hospital.............................................................................................. 102
8. Write an application to the Deputy Commissioner of your district to take
initiative for COVID-19 vaccine in the first phase. .................................................. 103
9. Application for setting up a charitable dispensary in our locality. ........................... 103
10. Request for re-sinking of some tube-wells............................................................... 104
Letter of Application  Complaint Letter
11. Complaint to the National Consumers Rights Protection Department against
the restaurant for changing extra money than the labelled price............................. 104
12. Complaining about insanitary condition in your locality. ........................................ 105
13. Complaining to the Railway authorities for missing goods. ..................................... 105
14. Complaining against the reckless driving of the motor cars in the streets. .............. 105
15. Complaining about the frequent power failure/load-shedding over the
country. ................................................................................................................. 106
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16. Complaining about a damaged product sold to you by a sales assistant. ................ 107
17. For taking proper initiative about the disposal of waste from the garden. ................ 107
18. About mosquito menace. ........................................................................................ 108
Letter of Application  Seeking Information
19. Write an application to the Manager of a Bank seeking necessary information
(e.g. how to open the account, what papers are needed, etc.). ................................. 108
20. Asking the manager of a travel agency to send you details of holidays abroad. ........ 108
21. Asking information about the job e.g. salary, work hour, benefits, overtime,
responsibility, etc. .................................................................................................. 109

Lesson2 : Writing Formal E-mails

1. Request to supply some food items ......................................................................... 110
2. Detail information about service of the hotel in Cox's Bazar.................................... 110
3. Request for opening a new Savings Account. .......................................................... 111
4. Request for supplying some computer accessories .................................................. 111
5. Regarding further information about tour to Cox's Bazar. ....................................... 112
6. Request to supply sports materials urgently ........................................................... 112

Unit11 # Writing Paragraphs (by listing/description)

Listing Paragraphs
1. The merits and demerits of Mobile Phone ..................................................................................... 113
2. Tree Plantation............................................................................................................................. 113
3. International Mother Language Day ............................................................................................. 114
Description Paragraphs
4. Padma Multipurpose Bridge ......................................................................................................... 114
5. My Favourite Teacher ................................................................................................................... 114
6. A Sunset Scene ............................................................................................................................ 115
7. Domestic Workers ........................................................................................................................ 115
8. Garment Industry ........................................................................................................................ 115

Unit12 # Writing Paragraphs (comparison and contrast/cause and effect)

Comparison & Contrast Paragraphs
1. City Life and Rural Life ................................................................................................................ 116
Cause & Effect Paragraphs
2. Causes and Effects of Road Accidents in Bangladesh ................................................................... 116
3. Environment Pollution ................................................................................................................. 117
4. Price Spiral/Price Hike ................................................................................................................. 117
5. Global Warming ........................................................................................................................... 117
6. COVID19.................................................................................................................................... 118
7. AIDS ............................................................................................................................................ 118

MODEL TEST
 Board Analysed Model Test Ques. Ans.
Model Test01 : Dhaka Board2023 .................................................................................... 119...... 142
Model Test02 : Rajshahi Board2023 ................................................................................. 120...... 142
Model Test03 : Jashore Board2023 .................................................................................. 122...... 143
Model Test04 : Cumilla Board2023 .................................................................................. 124...... 144
Model Test05 : Sylhet Board2023..................................................................................... 126...... 145
Model Test06 : Barishal Board2023 ................................................................................. 127...... 145
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Model Test07 : Dinajpur Board2023 ................................................................................ 129...... 146

Model Test08 : Mymensingh Board2023........................................................................... 131...... 147
Model Test09 : Chattogram Board2023 ............................................................................ 132...... 147
Model Test10 : Dhaka Board2022 .................................................................................... 133...... 148
Model Test11 : Rajshahi Board2022 ................................................................................. 134...... 148
Model Test12 : Jashore Board2022 .................................................................................. 135...... 149
Model Test13 : Cumilla Board2022 .................................................................................. 136...... 149
Model Test14 : Chattogram Board2022 ............................................................................ 137...... 150
Model Test15 : Sylhet Board2022..................................................................................... 138...... 150
Model Test16 : Barishal Board2022 ................................................................................. 139...... 151
Model Test17 : Dinajpur Board2022 ................................................................................ 140...... 151
Model Test18 : Mymensingh Board2022........................................................................... 141...... 152
 Board Analysed Model Test
Model Test19 : Birshrestha Noor Mohammad Public College, Dhaka .................................. 153...... 172
Model Test20 : Savar Cantt. Public School & College, Savar ............................................... 155...... 172
Model Test21 : Safiuddin Sarker Academy & College, Tongi, Gazipur ................................. 157...... 173
Model Test22 : Bogura Cantt. Public School & College, Bogura .......................................... 159...... 174
Model Test23 : BAF Shaheen College, Jashore ................................................................... 160...... 174
Model Test24 : Feni Govt. College, Feni .............................................................................. 162...... 175
Model Test25 : Chattogram Cantonment Public College, Chattogram ................................. 164...... 176
Model Test26 : Govt. Syed Hatem Ali College, Barishal ....................................................... 166...... 176
Model Test27 : Cantt. Public School & College, Rangpur ................................................... 168...... 177
Model Test28 : Ananda Mohan College, Mymensingh ......................................................... 170...... 178
 Special Model Test
Model Test29 : .................................................................................................................. 179...... 198
Model Test30 : .................................................................................................................. 181...... 198
Model Test31 : .................................................................................................................. 183...... 199
Model Test32 : .................................................................................................................. 184...... 200
Model Test33 : .................................................................................................................. 186...... 200
Model Test34 : .................................................................................................................. 188...... 201
Model Test35 : .................................................................................................................. 190...... 202
Model Test36 : .................................................................................................................. 192...... 202
Model Test37 : .................................................................................................................. 194...... 203
Model Test38 : .................................................................................................................. 196...... 204
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USE OF
01 PREPOSITIONS
Gap Filling Activities (Without Clues)

Ques. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5

1. SHAHEED BIR UTTAM LT. ANWAR GIRLS' COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
When a storm revolves violently round a centre, it is termed as cyclone. It moves (a)  a high
speed ranging (b)  forty to one hundred or more kms per hour, (c)  the last 10 years, several
devastating cyclones swept over Bangladesh and caused immense harm (d)  the people. This is
like a curse especially (e)  the inhabitants (f)  the coastal regions (g)  Bangladesh. A
cyclone may occur any time (h)  any place. The cyclone of Bangladesh generally originates (i) 
the Bay of Bengal and blows (j)  land.
2. GAZIPUR CANTONMENT COLLEGE, GAZIPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
Addiction (a)  drug has appeared (b)  curse in our country. Many young people fall (c)  a
victim (d)  drugs. They do not feel how injurious drugs are (e)  their health. Government has
passed strict law (f)  drug dealing (g)  view to saving young generation (h)  drug
addiction. (i)  addition, government is trying to create public awareness to control it. Even
though this curse is increasing (j)  an alarming rate.
3. GOVT. HARAGANGA COLLEGE, MUNSHIGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam)
Globalization has become a buzzword (a)  the new era of international relations. It is mainly
connected (b)  business, trade and international relation. It is now largely based (c)  a
strange technological foundation. The electronic transfer (d)  information (e)  the internet has
now created and expanded an interconnected world (f)  information resulting (g)  a 24 hour
trading network. This technology has largely changed banking and financial activities. Worldwide
money transfer and transaction (h)  business have now become a matter (i)  clicking of the
mouse (j)  a computer.
4. GOVT. SARADA SUNDARI MOHILA COLLEGE, FARIDPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
Mount Everest is (a)  the Himalayan Mountains. It is situated (b)  the north of India (c) 
Tibet and Nepal. It is the highest mountain in the world. Its height is (d)  29000 feet. It was
named (e)  George Everest who first surveyed the Himalayas (f)  1841. It is very difficult and
dangerous to climb mountains (g)  the Himalayas. But mountaineers are always attracted (h)
 Everest. The dangers and difficulties cannot refrain them (i)  climbing Everest. They are not
afraid (j)  facing any challenge.
5. MICHAEL MADHUSUDAN COLLEGE, JASHORE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Time and money are two (a)  the most valuable issues of human life. Time is running too fast (b)
 comparison (c)  all other things in this world. Similarly money is making its own path
necessarily and unnecessarily (d)  being exhausted in every step of our daily activities. Acquiring
money is closely related (e)  time and, (f)  the same way, time has a deep connection (g) 
money. Money can be regained but time cannot be brought back even (h)  exchange of all the
wealth we have. But one thing is very interesting that time can be purchased (i)  money (j) 
an alternative way.
6. FENI GOVT. COLLEGE, FENI2022 (Prep. Exam)
Dreams have fascinated philosophers (a)  thousands (b)  years, but only recently have,
dreams been subjected (c)  empirical research and scientific study. Chances are that you've often
found yourself puzzling (d)  the content of a dream, or perhaps you've wondered why you dream
at all. First, let's start (e)  answering a basic question: What is a dream? A dream can be
extraordinarily vivid or very vague or filled (f)  joyful emotions. Considering the time we spend (g)
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 a dreaming state, the fact that researchers do not yet understand the purpose of dreams. Let's
learn more (h)  some of the most prominent dream theories. Consistent (i)  psychoanalytic
perspective, Sigmund Freud's theory of dreams suggests that people are driven by aggressive as well
as inborn instincts that are repressed (j)  conscious awareness.
7. GOVT. COMMERCE COLLEGE CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
The word 'meta' means 'after', so the literal translation (a)  'metaphysical' is 'after the physical'.
Basically, metaphysics deals (b)  questions that can't be explained (c)  science. It questions
the nature (d)  reality in a philosophical way. Here are same common metaphysical questions.
Essentially, what is the difference (e)  reality and perception? Is everything that happen already
predeterminal? If so, then is free choice non-existent? Is consciousness limited (f)  the brain'?
Metaphysics can cover a broad range of topics from relgious (g)  consciousness; however, all the
questions (h)  metaphysics ponder the nature of reality. And of course, there is no one correct
answer (i)  any of these questions. Metaphysics is about exploration and philosophy, not (j) 
science and math.
8. MIRPUR CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Ispahani Public School & College, Chattogram2022 (Prep. Exam)
The trip (a)  the mountains was an exhilarating experience. We left just (b)  dawn (c)  a
van loaded (d)  passengers and luggage. We believed that the trip would take (e)  six and
eight hours, and we hoped to arrive (f)  our final destination (g)  dark. The trip began (h) 
any other. The van headed down the highway (i)  the base (j)  the mountain.
9. SCHOLARSHOME, SYLHET2022 (Prep. Exam)
The man was proud (a)  his talent. But none should take pride (b)  his talent. Pride results
(c)  ruin. Those who have prided themselves (d)  their talents have been subjected (e) 
humiliation. A proud man has to repent (f)  his pride or he has (g)  atone (h)  his pride. A
proud man should apologize (i)  his pride. He is not acceptable (j)  anyone.
10. BLUE BIRD HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE, SYLHET2022 (Prep. Exam)
Do you want (a)  enjoy sound health? Your answer will certainly be (b)  the affirmative. It is
because health is the root (c)  all happiness. (d)  maintaining sound health you can become
happy. (e)  this you need (f)  know what sound health is. When a person has both physical
fitness and mental fitness, he/she can be said (g)  be enjoying sound health. (h)  having
physical fitness and mental fitness none can enjoy life. So, we should find (i)  our physical
problems and look (j)  our mental health as well.
11. HABIGANJ GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE, HABIGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a)  12 May. 2018 Bangladesh first satellite. Bangabandhu Satellite-1 was launched (b)  Cape
Canaveral (c)  Florida on a Falcon 9. It was a historic and proud moment (d)  the Bangalees.
The successful launch was celebrated (e)  the country, (f)  extensive media coverage. The
satellite was named (g)  honour of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, the "father of the
country". Since independence, Bangladesh was eagerly awaiting its first telecom satellite.
Bangabandhu Satellite-1 allowed Bangladesh to become a full-fledged member (h)  the space
community. The Satellite will contribute to boosting the country’s economy (i)  providing all
citizens with a wide range of telecommunication services. It will bring revolutionary changes (j) 
the fields of broadcast and telecommunication.
12. GOVT. SYED HATEM ALI COLLEGE, BARISHAL2022 (Prep. Exam)
All the people in this earth are not same (a)  nature. There are some people who are greedy. They
have a desire (b)  wealth. Their want is (c)  the limit. Moreover, they hanker (d)  riches.
Their strong desire sometimes leads them (e)  some illegal ways. But ultimately, they have to
atone (f)  their greediness. We know that happiness lies (g)  contentment. Wealth may be
needed for us, but it is not the only thing to bring (h)  happiness in our life. It is high time we
gave (i)  the habit of covetousness. We should be contented (j)  what we have if we want real
happiness.
13. PATUAKHALI GOVT. COLLEGE, PATUAKHALI2022 (Prep. Exam)
Andrew Marvell was the most inspired and affectionate (a)  Cromwell's panegyrists, and after the
Restoration he carried (b)  in verse and prose the struggle (c)  religious and political liberty.
Yet it must be recognized that he was not the kind of the conventional puritan, harsh and gloomy
and an enemy (d)  all worldly and artistic amusement; he was not the kind (e)  puritan for
ever quoting verses from the Old Testament in order (f)  denounce the signs (g)  the world.
This becomes clear when we read the verses which he wrote (h)  his thirtieth year, permeated ,as
they are (i)  human love and feeling (j)  human nature.
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14. DINAJPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, DINAJPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)

Man has made friendship (a)  trees. Trees play an important role (b)  our life and economy.
June and July are the best time (c)  tree plantation. Tree plantation programme should be
expanded (d)  the remote corner of the country. Attempt should be made to make the illiterate
aware (e)  the importance of trees. They are a great source (f)  food and vitamins. We use
them for various purposes. We cannot think of our homes, houses, residences, etc without trees.
Trees bear a great impact (g)  the climate. If we destroy trees (h)  random, one day the
country will turn (i)  a great desert. Trees save us (j)  flood and many other natural
calamities.
15. COLLECTORATE SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
I was there (a)  Autumn. I wanted quite isolation (b)  do some troublesome writing. I wanted
mountain air (c)  blow (d)  malaria. I was homesick too (e)  the flaming (f)  maples
and (g)  corn shocks. I found them all living (h)  a cabin belonging (i)  the orphanage.
There I became acquainted (j)  a boy named Jerry.
16. ANANDA MOHAN COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (Prep. Exam)
Last month I along (a)  my family had a visit (b)  my village home (c)  a view (d) 
passing the vacation (e)  my parents. We passed a few days there roaming the green village,
fishing, sight-seeing and paying a visit (f)  almost all the families (g)  the village. The village
people, (h)  spite (i)  being very poor are still very hospitable and cooperative (j)  their
guests.
17. AGRICULTURAL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (Prep. Exam)
Hasib is a third grader at a government primary school (a)  the fringes of Khulna district. As
soon as the bell rings, (b)  the blink of an eye, he is seen meandering (c)  the meadows, flying
kites whilst taking relishing bites (d)  ripe fruits. Later he just sneaks (e)  for an untimely
midday plunge (f)  a local pond (g)  absolute ecstasy. Sunset drives him home (h)  some
routine memorizing of lessons. There's little urge (i)  excel or do more than the bare minimum.
Hasib snuggles (j)  in bed. His parents, meanwhile, are satisfied that their child is learning to
read, write and count.
18. DHAKA COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
Dear Polu,
I have just received your letter. (a)  your letter you have wanted to know (b)  the fair that has
ended recently (c)  our village. You know every year (d)  the occasion (e)  Nabanna
Festival a fair is held in our village. This year the festival was held (f)  usual (g)  the age-old
banyan tree situated in our village. I felt interested (h)  visiting the fair. I went to the fair (i) 
some of friends (j)  4 in the afternoon.
19. DHAKA CITY COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
The secret of success (a)  life lies (b)  the proper use (c)  time. Many (d)  us are prone
(e)  forgetting that every moment is precious. Life is short but art is long. Time is uncertain. We
do not know when we shall be called (f)  from this world (g)  death, (h)  this limited and
uncertain period, we have to build (i)  our body and mind and apply them (j)  useful
activities.
20. ADAMJEE CANTONMENT COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
A good command (a)  English always gives a person a better edge (b)  others. (c)  the
influence of globalization, the whole world has turned (d)  a small village, (e)  the people
across the world using English (f)  a lingua-franca. (g)  line with the global demand, people
are becoming keen (h)  learning English. Different companies want employees (i)  a good
working knowledge of English. So, there is no alternative (j)  acquiring English skill.
21. HOLY CROSS COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
The Trojan War was a war (a)  the Greeks (Achaeans) and the city (b)  Troy. This all
happened (c)  Paris of Troy took Helen (d)  her husband, the king of Sparta Menelaus. The
Trojan War is one of the most important events to have occurred (e)  Greek mythology and has
been told in many works of Greek literature, the most notable being Homer's Illiad. The Trojan War,
lasted (f)  ten years. It finally ended when the Greeks retreated from camp and left (g)  a large
wooden horse outside the gates of Troy. The wooden horse was a plan made by Odysseus to end the
war. The wooden horse was designed to be hollow in the middle so that soldiers could hide inside
and then was wheeled in front of the city of Troy. After the Trojan Horse was left (h)  the gates,
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the Greeks sailed away from Troy to the island of Tenedos, leaving (i)  one double agent name
Sinon. He was able to convince the Trojans that the Greeks had retreated (j)  the war and that
the horse was a parting gift that would ultimately give the Trojans a fortune. However, once night
time fell, the horse opened up and out came the Greek soldiers. From the inside of the city, the
Greeks were able to destroy the city of Troy and win the war.
22. BRISHRESTHA NOOR MOHAMMAD PUBLIC COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
I object (a)  your proposal because this kind of ideas originate (b)  evil motives. We should
remember that we must not be prey (c)  greed. We should be plunged (d)  deep study.
Although people are oblivious (e)  the past, they remember the evil things. We have to be mindful
(f)  our studies and avoid merging (g)  bad boys. I was moved (h)  the pathetic condition
of the freedom fighters who once fought (i)  our country. So, we should mourn (j)  the fallen.
23. NARAYANGANJ GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Conflict can be described (a)  a disagreement (b)  groups or individuals characterized (c) 
antagonism and hostility. This is usually fueled (d) — the opposition of one party (e)  another (f)
 an attempt to reach an objective different (g)  that of the other party. The elements involved
(h)  the conflict have varied sets of principles and values thus allowing a conflict (i)  rise.
Conflict results (j)  antagonistic state.
24. JATIR PITA BANGABANDHU SHEIKH MUJIBUR RAHMAN GOVT. COLLEGE,
SHARIATPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
Sakhina is overwhelmed (a)  grief as her father is determined (b)  marry her (c)  at an
early age of fifteen. Since she possesses an aptitude (d)  studies, she prefers carrying (e)  her
education (f)  getting married. Sakhina's father being burdened (g)  a nine-member family
wants to reduce his expenditure. This is the picture (h)  the thousands of families who live (i)
 the poverty line. We have to look (j)  the matter seriously.
25. NETROKONA GOVT. COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Books introduce us (a)  the world. They revive our sense which has sunk (b)  oblivion. When
the thought of a book coincides (c)  our thought, we get much pleasure. Besides, they provide us
(d)  knowledge and information. So, books are known to us as a source of information and
entertainment. But most of our young generation have aversion (e)  reading book which results
(f)  making them unable to cope (g)  the advanced world. So, to enlighten an individual as
well as to make us suited (h)  the hard time (i)  come, we must emphasize (j)  forming the
habit of reading books from an early age.
26. GOVT. ASHEK MAHMUD COLLEGE, JAMALPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
When we say (a)  learning life, we are sure (b)  the fact that there is nothing more inspiring
than travelling. It provides us (c)  more valuable life lessons. It is because instead (d) 
knowing something from our study, we directly experience it. Travelling can expose us (e)  new
ideas; how we choose to apply that learning is up to us. Travelling makes one grow and expand (f)
 all the ways possible. But we simply cannot be a traveler (g)  motivation. There are many
differences (h)  a tourist and a traveler. The traveler’s goals for a trip will be to learn and
experience new things, rather than to seek comfort (i)  life. People use travelling (j)  a way to
learn about themselves as much as about their surroundings whereas tourists consider travelling as
a way of escapism.
27. CUMILLA GOVT. CITY COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Natural disaster has occurred throughout the world (a)  recent years. The reason behind this is
greenhouse effect or warming (b)  the air around the earth. Global warming is melting the huge
ice (c)  polar regions and (d)  the peaks (e)  the mountains. Consequently, the level (f)
 sea water has alarmingly increased. Cyclones and tidal bores are inundating and destroying the
coastal regions (g)  a large extent. Climatologists believe that (h)  the last 185 years 99
cyclones hit the coastal areas and offshore islands (i)  our country causing irrecoverable loss (j)
 life and properties.
28. CUMILLA COMMERCE COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Smoking is a bad habit. The danger of smoking is (a)  description. All know that smoking is
injurious (b)  health. People addicted (c)  smoking suffer (d)  many diseases. But many
people do not abstain (e)  smoking. They are not careful (f)  their health. It is hoped that
smokers should give (g)  smoking, otherwise (h)  the long run smokers succumb (i) 
many diseases. So, we should campaign (j)  smoking.
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29. CUMILLA GOLLECTORATE SCHOOL & COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

 Rangamati Govt. College2022 (Prep. Exam)
Money is the means (a)  leading worldly life. Shortage (b)  money makes our life deplorable.
We cannot lead our life properly (c)  want of money. But there is difficulty (d)  earning
money. Our peace and prosperity are dependent (e)  proper utilization (f)  money. Spending
money (g)  improper way can lead us (h)  the path (i)  destruction. So, we should be
careful (j)  spending money.
30. SIRAJGANJ GOVERNMENT COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Charles Dickens, a great novelist, was born (a)  7 February (b)  1812 in a small but
respectable house in Landport, a locality (c)  Portsmouth. His father was a clerk (d)  the Navy
Pay Office. He was the second of eight children, the eldest being his sister Fanny (e)  whom he
was quite devoted. (f)  a few moments of the birth of Charles Dickens, his father felt compelled (g)
 his deteriorating financial condition to move (h)  a poorer house. The most intense feelings
of his novels come (i)  his memories of his childhood. His love of the theatre also dates back (j)
 this time.
31. MOQBULAR RAHMAN GOVT. COLLEGE, PANCHAGARH2022 (Prep. Exam)
It is known (a)  all that one day all will pass away (b)  this earth. So we have no escape (c)
 death. One day, we all will roll down (d)  the icy lap of death. Because death is common (e)
 all. So we should not mourn (f)  the dead. But those who die (g)  the country are
immortal. Their memories do not sink (h)  oblivion. There is no medicine that can save a man (i)
 death. So we should always be ready (j)  death.
32. CHATTOGRAM COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Nowadays science and technology pervade everywhere (a)  our life and as a result, society is
changing (b)  a great speed. There is technological explosion (c)  us, generated (d) 
science. This explosion is already freeing vast number (e)  people (f)  their traditional
bondage (g)  nature. Now we can easily communicate (h)  each other and travel (i)  any
country (j)  shortest possible time.
33. BANGLADESH NOUBAHINI COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
A cook once roasted a duck (a)  his master. The roast looked so delicious that he couldn't resist
temptation and ate (b)  one (c)  the drumstikcs. When his master sat (d)  to eat, he
quickly noticed the missing leg and asked what had happened (e)  the other leg. He insisted that
this duck had only one leg. Then the master was very annoyed (f)  the stubbornness of the cook.
He also threatened to fire him (g)  the job. At that time, the cook noticed some ducks resting
outside. One of the ducks was standing (h)  one leg. He drew attention of the master. At that
time, the master clapped his hands. The duck put (i)  its other leg and ran (j) . Eventually
the master forgave him for showing ready wit.
34. COX’S BAZAR GOVT. COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
The vast number (a)  plant species underwater forms a beautiful ecosystem. The plants which
stay underwater depend (b)  the light coming (c)  the sun (d)  their growth. They also
draw the atmospheric carbon dioxide (e)  the air above and convert them (f)  oxygen. The
flora (g)  the surface (h)  the water adds (i)  the aesthetic beauty. These plants sometimes
span vast lengths below the surface (j)  the ocean.
35. GOVT. BROJOMOHUN COLLEGE, BARISHAL2022 (Prep. Exam)
Kuakata (a)  Latachapli union (b)  Kalapara Police Station of Patuakhali district is (c)  30
km in length and 6 km in breadth. It is 70 km from Patuakhali district headquarters and 320 km
from Dhaka. An excellent combination (d)  the picturesque natural beauty, sandy beaches, blue
sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the Bay of Bengal and the ever green forest makes
Kuakata a much sought (e)  tourist destination. The name Kuakata takes its origin (f)  the
story (g)  a ‘kua’ or well dug (h)  the sea shore (i)  the early Rakhaine settlers (j) 
collecting drinking water.
36. PIROJPUR GOVT. WOMEN’S COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
Drug addiction or smoking is detrimental (a)  health. It causes many fatal diseases. There is no
remedy (b)  the diseases. The addicts or the smokers are aware (c)  the matter. Yet they stick
(d)  their bad habits. Smoking is also injurious (e)  the passive smokers. Nobody is free (f)
 the harmful effect of smoking. They become the victims (g)  the whims of the smokers. In
this respect, children are the worst sufferers, (h)  some cases, they are made sufferers because (i)
 their parents. It is high time all the smokers got rid (j)  smoking.
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37. BARGUNA GOVERNMENT COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

Parents are quite desirous (a)  their children. They crave a good career (b)  their dear sons.
They are ready to do anything for their children so that they can compete (c)  others in the fast
paced world or can be capable (d)  doing anything they want. Success depends (e)  hard
work. As a student, they must be in the library, join debating club or cultural functions. These
activities are essential (f)  develop creative faculty of human being. They must not be fearful (g)
 doing anything just and right. After graduation, they must pursue career. In professional life,
they must not be involved in corruption, must not hanker (h) — money. They must be satisfied (i)
 what they have. Greed leads one (j)  destruction. So, they must be honest and self-content.
38. HAMDARD PUBLIC COLLEGE, DHANMONDI2019
 Muminunnisa Govt. Women's College, Mymensingh2019; Sristy College of Tangail, Tangail2019; Birshrestha Noor Mohammad
Public College, Dhaka2018; MEH Arif College, Konabari, Nilnagar, Gazipur2017; Govt. Azizul Haque College, Bogura2016
We know that smoking is prejudicial (a)  health. It causes many fatal diseases. There is no
remedy (b)  the disease. People are aware (c)  the matter. Yet they stick (d)  this bad
habit. Smoking is also injurious (e)  a passive smoker. Unfortunately, the smokers don't think (f)
 these passive smokers. They become the victims (g)  their whims. In this respect, children
are the most sufferers. (h)  some cases, they are made sufferers because (i)  their parents. (j)
 them all smokers should think once again.
39. IDEAL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MOTIJHEEL, DHAKA2019
 Motijheel Model High School & College, Dhaka2019; Rajshahi College, Rajshahi2018; Savar College, Savar2017;
Lakshmipur Govt. College2017; Shaheed Syed Nazrul Islam College, Mymensingh2016; Uttara High School & College, Uttara,
Dhaka2016; Joypurhat Govt. College, Joypurhat2016
Some people get pleasure (a)  reading books. Reading books is a good habit. The pleasure (b) 
reading books is different (c)  the pleasure of hearing songs. Books are our best companion (d)
 life. Reading books keeps us free (e)  tension and anxiety. It gives relief (f)  a while (g)
 our monotonous life. So, all (h)  us should develop the habit (i)  reading books (j) 
pleasure.
40. SYLHET COMMERCE COLLEGE, SYLHET2019
 Shariatpur Govt. College, Shariatpur2018; Naogaon Govt. College2018; Ahammad Uddin Shah Shishu Niketan School &
College, Gaibandha2018; Bangladesh College-University Teachers’ Association, Barishal2017; Lions School & College,
Nilphamari2016
A good student is always attentive (a)  his studies. He concentrates (b)  his studies very
much. He listens (c)  his teachers' advice. He is respectful (d)  his superior. He does not
quarrel (e)  anyone. He behaves well (f)  everyone. Nobody is annoyed (g)  his behaviour.
He is true (h)  his words. He is dear (i)  all. Everybody prays (j)  him.
41. BRAHMANBARIA GOVT. COLLEGE, BRAHMANBARIA2019
 Cox's Bazar City College, Cox's Bazar2019; Abdul Kadir Mollah City College, Narsingdi2018
A teacher is an architect of a nation. He plays an important role in building (a)  an educated
nation. He dispels the darkness of ignorance (b)  the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to speak.
He has to suit his act according (c)  the need of his audience which is his class. He is able to
hold the attention and interest (d)  his students. He is a clear speaker (e)  good, strong
pleasing voice which is (f)  his control. He does not sit motionless before his class. He makes
lessons interesting (g)  the students. A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden (h)  each
student. He also wants the students happy and (i)  this he keeps them busy. A good teacher
never hankers (j)  money.
42. GOVT. SYED HATEM ALI COLLEGE, BARISHAL2019
 Sylhet Govt. College, Sylhet2017; Faujdarhat Cadet College, Chattogram2016
The Nobel Prize is the most prestigious prize (a)  the world. The prize is awarded (b)  the
persons (c)  outstanding contribution (d)  specific six fields. Economics was included (e) 
the list in 1969 (f)  the first time. One prize is awarded (g)  each field. But, if there is more
than one recipient (h)  the prize (i)  one field, the prize money is equally distributed (j)  all
the winners.
43. GOVT. HAZI MOHAMMAD MOHSIN COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
 Govt. Ashek Mahmud College, Jamalpur2017; Rajshahi Govt. City College, Rajshahi2016
During the last four years, several devastating cyclones swept (a)  Bangladesh and caused
immense harm (b)  the people. A cyclone may occur any time and (c)  any place. The cyclone
of Bangladesh generally originates (d)  the Bay of Bengal, and blows (e)  the land. It is often
accompanied (f)  thunders and heavy showers. Before a cyclone commences unbearable heat is
felt (g)  a few days. Then suddenly one day the sky becomes terribly dark (h)  clouds and
strong winds begin to blow with flashes (i)  lightning and the rumbling of thunders. It causes a
great havoc. A lot of people and other animals die. Dwelling houses are blown (j) .
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44. CHANDPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, CHANDPUR2019

 M.C. College, Sylhet2019
A street hawker deals (a)  various things by hawking (b)  street to street. He carries his
materials (c)  head. Sometimes he carries his goods in hand and sometimes in a small handcart.
Usually he buys his goods (d)  a cheaper rate and sells them (e)  a good profit. He brings
goods for women and children. He sells them (f)  a fixed price. He sells things of domestic chores
(g)  women. He speaks (h)  a different way to draw the attention of his customers. He does
not come when the house masters are (i)  home. He knocks when women are free (j)  their
household duties.
45. GOVT. CITY COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
 Notre Dame College, Dhaka2018
A man is known (a)  his deeds. The man known (b)  you may not be known (c)  his
locality. This is because somebody (d)  the known may tell you that he is not known (e)  a
good man. However, the great men are known (f)  their sacrifices for the betterment of mankind.
At present, I do not know (g)  anyone who cares for other's happiness. I know (h)  certain
that they often run after money. I know all the people (i)  pat that they are well-known (j) 
their selfishness. Thus, the very modern world is turning into the waste land.
46. GOVT. TOLARAM COLLEGE, NARAYANGANJ2019
 BAF Shaheen College, Tejgaon, Dhaka2018
Man cannot escape (a)  death. He dies (b)  many ways. A man dies (c)  diseases. He may
die (d)  overwork. Sometimes he dies (e)  accidents. Moreover, he may die (f)  suicide.
Sometimes he dies (g)  hunger. Even he may die (h)  overeating. It so happens that a man
even dies (i)  sleep. But people who die (j)  a noble cause are remembered for a long time.
47. MOHILA COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
 Feni Govt. College, Feni2018
In order to write an essay, one must engage (a)  reading which focuses (b)  a specific topic
relevant (c)  one's subjects of study. Students should show an awareness (d)  recent debate
in the area and not rely (e)  secondary sources but make use of primary data with particular
reference (f)  recent findings. They should be introduced (g)  qualitative and quantitative
reading methods and learn how to construct paragraphs completing writing (h)  relevant details.
Essay should clearly indicate the limitations (i)  their study and its usefulness in terms of the
wider reading (j)  the subject.
48. COLLECTORATE SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2019
 Chattogram Govt. Women's College, Chattogram2018
A sunset (a)  the side (b)  a seashore or (c)  a river is very charming. (d)  the end (e)
 the day the sun gradually goes down (f)  the western horizon. The western sky is coloured
(g)  a red colour. The rays (h)  the sun are soft and soothing. The tops of the trees become
red (i)  the rays (j)  the setting sun.
49. MIRZAPUR CADET COLLEGE, TANGAIL2019
A woman succumbed (a)  her burns (b)  Dhaka Medical College Hospital the day (c) 
yesterday. Two days ago she was set (d)  fire allegedly (e)  her in-laws (f)  an ownership
conflict. Her in-laws were claiming the share (g)  ownership (h)  a two-storey building which
was reportedly funded and owned (i)  the husband (j)  the deceased.
50. PABNA CADET COLLEGE, PABNA2019
Abrar Fahad was born (a)  12 February 1998 in Kushtia Bangladesh. His village home is (b) 
Kumarkhali, Kushtia. He finished early schooling (c)  Kushtia Mission Primary School and later
studied in Kushtia Zilla School. He has also studied in Notre Dame College, Dhaka. Having been a
high performing student (d)  Notre Dame College in Dhaka, Fahad was one of the top 20
students (e)  Dhaka Board in Higher Secondary School Certificate HSC Examination. He was
also selected to study at the University of Dhaka (Genetics Engineering) and Dhaka Medical College
(f)  successfully passing the admission tests of the educational institutions respectively.
According to some sources, an educational institution outside (g)  Bangladesh selected him to
study nuclear engineering but he chose BUET (h)  his bachelor's degree. (i)  31 March 2018,
he started studying in BUET. Fahad's home in Kushtia was next door (j)  the home of an AL
leader.
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01 Key to Use of Prepositions

1. (a) at (b) from (c) During (d) to (e) to (f) of (g) of (h) at (i) from (j) towards
2. (a) to (b) as (c) in (d) to (e) to (f) on (g) with (h) from (i) In (j) at
3. (a) in (b) with/to (c) on (d) of (e) via (f) of (g) in (h) of (i) of (j) of
4. (a) in (b) to (c) between (d) about (e) after (f) in (g) like (h) by (i) from (j) of
5. (a) of (b) in (c) to/with (d) wihtout (e) to (f) in (g) with (h) in (i) with (j) in
6. (a) for (b) of (c) to (d) over (e) by (f) with (g) in (h) about (i) with (j) from
7. (a) of (b) with (c) by (d) of (e) between (f) to (g) to (h) about (i) to (j) about
8. (a) to/through (b) at/after (c) in (d) with (e) between (f) at (g) before (h) like (i) towards (j) of
9. (a) of (b) in (c) in (d) on (e) to (f) of (g) to (h) for (i) for (j) to
10. (a) to (b) in (c) of (d) By (e) For (f) to (g) to (h) Without (i) out (j) after
11. (a) On (b) from (c) in (d) for (e) across/ throughout (f) with/through (g) in (h) of (i) by (j) in
12. (a) in (b) for (c) beyond (d) after (e) to (f) for (g) in (h) about (i) up (j) with
13. (a) of (b) on (c) for (d) of (e) of (f) to (g) of (h) in (i) with (j) for
14. (a) with (b) in (c) for (d) to (e) of (f) of (g) on (h) at (i) into (j) from
15. (a) in (b) to (c) to (d) out (e) for (f) of (g) for (h) in (i) to (j) with
16. (a) with (b) to (c) with (d) to (e) with (f) to (g) in/of (h) in (i) of (j) with
17. (a) at (b) in (c) through (d) off (e) up (f) into (g) with (h) for (i) to (j) down
18. (a) In (b) about (c) in (d) on (e) of (f) as (g) under (h) in (i) with (j) at
19. (a) in (b) in (c) of (d) of (e) to (f) in (g) by (h) During/In (i) up (j) in
20. (a) over (b) on (c) For (d) into (e) with (f) as (g) In (h) on (i) with (j) to
21. (a) between (b) of (c) after (d) from (e) in (f) for (g) being (h) at (i) behind (j) from
22. (a) to (b) from (c) to (d) into (e) of (f) of (g) with (h) by (i) for (j) for
23. (a) as (b) among (c) by (d) by (e) to (f) in (g) from (h) in (i) to (j) in
24. (a) with (b) to (c) off (d) for (e) on (f) to (g) with (h) of (i) below (j) into
25. (a) to (b) into (c) with (d) with (e) to (f) in (g) with (h) to (i) to (j) on
26. (a) about (b) of (c) with (d) of (e) to (f) in (g) without (h) between (i) in (j) as
27. (a) in (b) of (c) in/of (d) on (e) of (f) of (g) to (h) in (i) in/of (j) to
28. (a) beyond (b) to (c) to (d) from (e) from (f) of/about (g) up (h) in (i) to (j) against
29. (a) of (b) of (c) in (d) in (e) on (f) of (g) in (h) to (i) of (j) with
30. (a) on (b) in (c) in (d) at/in (e) to (f) After (g) for (h) to/into (i) from (j) to
31. (a) to (b) from (c) from (d) into (e) to (f) for (g) for (h) into (i) from (j) for
32. (a) in (b) at (c) around (d) by (e) of (f) from (g) to (h) with (i) to (j) in
33. (a) for (b) up (c) of (d) down (e) to (f) at (g) from (h) on (i) down (j) away
34. (a) of (b) on (c) from (d) for (e) from (f) into (g) under (h) of (i) to (j) of
35. (a) in (b) under (c) about (d) of (e) after (f) from (g) of (h) on (i) by (j) for
36. (a) to (b) for (c) of (d) to (e) to (f) from (g) of (h) in (i) of (j) of
37. (a) of (b) for (c) with (d) of (e) on (f) to (g) of (h) after (i) with (j) to
38. (a) to (b) for (c) of (d) to (e) to (f) of/about (g) of (h) In (i) of (j) For
39. (a) in (b) of (c) from (d) in (e) from (f) for (g) from (h) of (i) of (j) for
40. (a) to (b) on (c) to (d) to (e) with (f) with (g) at (h) to (i) to (j) for
41. (a) up (b) from (c) to (d) of (e) with (f) under (g) to (h) inside (i) for (j) after
42. (a) in (b) to (c) for (d) in (e) in (f) for (g) in (h) for (i) in (j) among
43. (a) over (b) to (c) at (d) from (e) across (f) by (g) for (h) with (i) of (j) away
44. (a) in (b) from (c) on (d) at (e) for (f) at (g) to (h) in (i) at (j) from
45. (a) by (b) to (c) to (d) of/among (e) as (f) for (g) about (h) for (i) off/down (j) for
46. (a) from (b) in (c) of (d) from (e) in (f) by (g) from (h) from (i) in (j) for
47. (a) in (b) on (c) to (d) about (e) on (f) to (g) to (h) with (i) of (j) on
48. (a) from/by (b) of (c) of (d) At (e) of (f) in (g) with (h) of (i) with (j) of
49. (a) to (b) at (c) before (d) on (e) by (f) for (g) of (h) of (i) by (j) of
50. (a) on (b) in (c) from (d) at (e) from (f) after (g) of (h) for (i) On (j) to
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
SPECIAL USES OF
02 WORDS/ PHRASES
Gap Filling Activities (With Clues)

Ques. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/ words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5

1. GOVT. ASHEK MAHMUD COLLEGE, JAMALPUR2023

let alone was born what's .... like what does ..... look like have to
as soon as there would rather it had better
(a) Laila has been suffering from backache. She  consult a medicine specialist.
(b) Drivers  travel within the speed limit and in accordance with road and traffic conditions.
(c) She  not take that job offer.
(d)  is no denying that this is a superb meal. I hope to enjoy it.
(e)  was kind of you to help her. She was in a miserable condition.
(f) I have heard he has got a new car.  it ?
(g) Last week you made a journey to Bandarban.  the journey ?
(h) Let's not think about it,  plan.
(i)  he wakes up, he checks his phone for messages.
(j) The idea  when I had to find somewhere to put my clothes.
2. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (PREP. EXAM)
 Rajshahi Govt. City College, Rajshahi2019; Jalalabad College, Sylhet2019; Dinajpur Govt. Women's College, Dinajpur2019;
Rajshahi Cadet College, Rajshahi2018; Rajbari Govt. College, Rajbari2018; Savar Cantt. Public School & College, Savar2017
there it what... look like had better was born
what's it like let alone as soon as have to would rather
(a) In England, most school children  wear a uniform. Is it the same in Bangladesh?
(b) I  take a taxi than walk home. It's already too late.
(c) We  take an umbrella. It may rain.
(d) I can't remember the title of the book,  the details of the story. I read it many years ago.
(e) The tennis match restarted  the rain had stopped. It was a great relief for the spectators.
(f)  living in Hawaiian style? You seem to be very happy with your life in Hawaii.
(g) Baby : Mom,  does a ghost ?
(h) Long ago,  lived a mighty warrior, Kublai Khan. He built an amazing alabaster palace in a
deep, dark, and mysterious forest.
(i) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He  in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional
Greek beliefs and so he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock.
(j)  has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
3. HOLY CORSS COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Mohammadpur Preparatory Higher Secondary School, Dhaka2019; Cumilla Cadet College, Cumilla2018
what's it like let alone It there would rather
have to what does... look like was born had better as soon as
(a) I  accept the chance. Chance does not come frequently.
(b) I  leave the place than live with him. He is not a man, he is a beast.
(c)  living an isolated life? I never believe in isolation. I believe in association.
(d) Son : Father,  a fairy ? Father : Sorry, I have never seen any fairy.
(e) Hazi Mohammad Mohsin  in Hoogly. He is famous for his philanthropic activities.
(f) We should proceed  possible. The function will start within a short time.
(g) My mother cannot talk due to illness,  shout. We are worried about her.
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(h) All  be loyal to law. If not, law will force us to be so.

(i)  are many educational institutions in Jashore town. So, it is called "Town of education."
(j)  is very hot today. Load shedding is aggravating the situation.
4. CUMILLA GOVT CITY COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Khulna Govt. Girls' College, Khulna2018; Joypurhat Govt. Women’s College, Joypurhat2017; Govt. B.L College, Khulna2017;
Cumilla Cadet College, Cumilla2016

have to there what's it like What does ... look like as soon as
was born let alone It had better would rather
(a) Many people think that they have no joy in their life. We  find out how we can make our life
happier.
(b) Abbas is a good boy. He  read novel than watch TV.
(c) Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He  on February 12, 1809 in
Kentucky.
(d) Jony does not come late at any work. I  ring him at once. He must have fallen in any
problem.
(e) Aditro is a dull student. He cannot pass in C-grade,  in A-grade.
(f) Rahim lives in a big village. But  is no high school here.
(g) The condition of the patient is very critical. The doctor wanted to operate  possible.
(h) Karim :  the sculpture ?
Rahim : I think it is like a horse.
(i)  writing in the paper? You seem to be very happy with this pen.
(j) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time.  is, of course, a good habit.
5. MOTIJHEEL MODEL SCHOOL AND COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (1st Semester Exam.)
as if would rather what does ... look like as soon as there
had better have to was born let alone what's it like
(a) Hazrat Muhammad (Sm.)  into a Quraish family in Saudi Arabia. Allah sent him in this
world as the blessing for the whole mankind.
(b) I  buy this house. Really, the house is very cute.
(c)  travelling by a bullock cart? I have no idea about it.
(d) I sent a message to my fahter to come  possible, because mother was seriously ill and
needed urgent treatment.
(e) My father is very rigid. He  resign than compromise with corruption.
(f) The patient is very week. He cannot stand up,  walk.
(g) Students are the future leaders of our country. They  make proper use of every second to
get them established in life.
(h)  was a time when village life was very pleasant. Now, nobody wants to live in village.
(i)  a chimpanzee ? Tomorrow I will go to the zoo to see chimpanzee.
(j) Behave like a normal person. Don't behave  you were a lord.
6. VIQARUNNISA NOON COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
What's it like as soon as had better let alone would rather
was born There It have to What does .... look like
(a) In school, you  follow the rules and regulations of school. It teaches you discipline.
(b) I  have a glass of water than take tea. I'm very thirsty.
(c) We  finish the work as early as possible. We may start our cricket match soon.
(d) I can't remember the syllabus of the exam  the topics discussed in detail. I'm not serious
about the exam.
(e) The warning bell to enter the examination hall rang  she entered the exam hall. It was a
great relief for her.
(f)  eating Chinese food? You seem to be very happy with your Chinese dishes.
(g) Student: Sir,  a boomerang ?
Teacher: It has the shape of a sickle. Why don't you search for it in the Google?
(h) Sir Isaac Newton was born on Christmas Day, in 1643, to a relatively poor farming family. His
father died three months before he .
(i)  arose a dispute about the ownership of the property. The three brothers stood against each
other.
(j) Saif is staying away from home for a long time.  is a good thing he is going home tomorrow.
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7. IDEAL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MOTIJHEEL, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)

would rather what's ..... like had better as soon as it
let alone was born what does .... look like has to there
(a) Rafi has been fined five thousands taka. He  pay that or he will be punished further.
(b) Boxing is a combat sport. When I first tried this game, I could barely get through the first
round,  get a chance to throw punches.
(c) He is the new king and has to see to the needs of his people. This is the life he  for.
(d) I need your help to get my luggage. Please, deliver the luggage to my hotel  you get it.
(e) I have read about the sports car.  it ?
(f) Your decision about the matter seems confusing. Well, do what you like, but you  think it
over.
(g) Don't mind, but I  stay at home than go out. I've some project to finish tonight.
(h)  was the first money that he had ever had. So, he was excited.
(i) A:  your new teacher ?
B : He is a nice person but quite strict.
(j)  had never been any doubt in her mind that she was fortunate. Her parents were very
caring to her.
8. MIRZAPUR CADET COLLEGE, TANGAIL2022 (Prep. Exam)
soso what does....look like had better there no matter
sowhat if so let alone as if as soon as
(a) The entry will be closed within half an hour. So, we should reach the hall  possible.
(b) He cannot get A,  A+.
(c) Mimi: They will not appreciate it. Mina: ? I will do what I am supposed to do.
(d) Student: Sir,  a wild cat ?
Teacher: A wild cat is larger and stronger than an ordinary cat.
(e) I hope they will help us.  there will not be any problem.
(f) ‘How is your work going on?’ ‘.’
(g) I know there may be some obstacles. I will not flinch.  what hindrances I may face.
(h)  lived a king in a certain country. He was voracious.
(i) He is very upset  he lost everything.
(j) It is already late. You  leave now.
9. JEHNAIDAH CADET COLLEGE, JHENAIDAH2022 (Prep. Exam)
Scarcely had...when high time had better lest...should has to
would rather ever since let alone as though as soon as
(a) He behaves  nothing happened.
(b) It is  you changed your food habit.
(c)  I reached the station  the train left.
(d) She had been worrying  the letter arrived.
(e) We run most of the way  we  be late.
(f) She  have spent the money for the education of the poor.
(g) He  get her soon or he’ll miss the opening ceremony.
(h) The poor can’t afford a meal out,  a holy day.
(i) You can get up and go  you wake up.
(j) He  keep his promises before all people misunderstand him.
10. BARISHAL CADET COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone was born as soon as had better what's  like
there it would rather has/have to what does  look like
(a) I met him ten years ago. I can hardly recall his name,  his address.
(b) You  build your own house than live in a rented house.
(c) Give him the good news  you meet him.
(d) You  consult with a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(e)  your new dress ? It is nice.
(f) Time is over. I  go now.
(g) We suspected,  was Sajid who took away money from the box.
(h) His income was very limited. He could not buy a motorbike,  a luxury car.
(i) Mr. Sabit is very honest. He  resign the post than earn money in a dishonest way.
(j) Lost time never comes back in life. So, you  not waste time in unprofitable work.
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11. DHAKA CITY COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

there let alone had better as soon as it
was born would rather have to what's ... like what does ... look like
(a) We  educate all and work hard to develop our motherland.
(b) she heard the result of her medical admission test, she began to dance with joy.
(c)  a peacock  ? It looks very nice.
(d) A :  kindness  ?
B : It is the quality of being kind.
(e) She is very shy. She would not speak freely anything to her friends,  give a speech on stage.
(f) Jasim  in London. So, he must be a British citizen.
(g) The house is very old. They  demolish it than repair it.
(h) You  not smoke. You will be sick.
(i)  is an age-old banyan tree in front of our school. During summer, people take rest under its
shade.
(j) Our spring is very charming. During spring various kinds of flowers bloom.  seems that
everything has got a new life.
12. ADAMJEE CANTONMENT COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
What's it like has to/have to barely had unless had better
as fast as bad blood would rather high time get used to
(a) You are not allowed to handle these chemicals  you are under the supervision of a chemist.
(b) The fugitive walked  he could to get away from the prison.
(c) There has been  between the Chowdhury and Khan families for years.
(d) I  have seen the Harry Potter films at the cinema than on DVD.
(e) The bridge is very old and risky. The authority  take all necessary steps to repair it.
(f) She  get home soon or she will miss the wedding ceremony.
(g)  we won the match when our captain fell sick.
(h)  working at the fire service department? You seem to be very unsettled.
(i) It took my grandmother years to  living in the city after moving from the village.
(j) It's  you repaired your car. You almost had an accident.
13. BEGUM BADRUNNESSA GOVT. GIRLS' COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
must had better high time should rather
are born difficult of all as if How does it feel like
sit for the exam as soon as what does ... look like not only.... but also
(a) Zafar was always irregular in his classes. He will not be allowed to .
(b) It is very difficult to cut a good figure in all examinations. HSC is the most .
(c) The boy  go to Dhaka to buy books. These books are not available here.
(d)  tending the cows in the field? I want to experience it once in a lifetime.
(e) You  consult your parents. Otherwise, you will suffer in future.
(f)  a blue whale ? I am very eager to see it.
(g) Greedy people  in low class family.
(h) Get out from the fire  possible. Don't stay inside.
(i) It is  we changed our food habit.
(j) The naughty boy laughs  he were mad.
14. SAVAR CANTONMENT PUBLIC SCHOOL AND COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
what does...look like would you mind in case let alone would rather
it is high time what if have to there as soon as
(a) Mr. Aftab remains extremely busy these days. He hardly gets time to think,  relax.
(b) A democratic government  ensure people’s political, economic, and cultural freedom. If it
fails to do so, its popularity decreases.
(c) Before planning to climb up a hill, you need to know the pros and cons of it.  you slip?
(d) He ran away  he saw the police. Because he was a notorious criminal.
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(e) Smoking tells upon the smoker’s health.  you gave up smoking.
(f)  lived a clever fox which lost its tail. The fox wanted other foxes to lose their tails too.
(g) I am running out of money.  going with me where a bank can be found?
(h)  you face difficulty, give me a call. I must help you.
(i) Copying in the exam is a crime. I  fail than copy in the exam.
(j) I haven’t seen a chimpanzee.  it  ?

15. SHERPUR GOVT. COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

there let alone was born as soon as had better
have to what does ... look like it what's it like would rather
(a) We  take an umbrella. It may rain.
(b) The cricket match started  the rain had stopped. It was great relief for the spectators.
(c)  living in Hawaiian style. You seem to be very happy with your life in Hawaii.
(d) In England, most school children  wear a uniform. Is it the same in Bangladesh?
(e) I  take a taxi than walk home. It’s already too late.
(f)  lived an unhappy young girl. Her mother was dead and her father had married a widow
with two daughters.
(g) Sir Isaac Newton  at Woolsthorpe-by-Colsterworth, Lincolnshire, England on 25 December,
1642.
(h) I can’t remember the title of the book,  the details of the story. I read it many years ago.
(i)  was a very cold night. People were sleeping.
(j) Baby: Mom,  a ghost ? Mom: Sorry dear, no idea. I had never been to any Ghost Island.

16. CUMILLA COLLECTORATE SCHOOL2022 (Prep. Exam)

was born would rather It has to/have to had better
let alone What does....look like What's....like as soon as there
(a) The baby who  at COVID-19 isolation center immediately after the detection of coronavirus
was named Corona.
(b) You  apply to the principal of your college for granting your stipend. He will surely see on it.
(c)  is a good idea to walk in the morning. Morning walk is very healthful.
(d) A good citizen  perform a Iot of things. These things will enable him to become a true
patriot.
(e) He cannot read newspaper,  edit a newspaper.
(f)  lived a wise man but he was not well known to all.
(g)  a hippopotamus ? Have you ever seen it?
(h) Though I am in dire need of money, I  die than seek any financial help from him.
(i) Panic seized me  I heard his roaring voice.
(j)  friendship ? Nowadays it is nothing but a name.

17. NOAKHALI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

provided that but for let alone nothing but no matter
have to what if used to as soon as had better
(a) You  take a taxi than walk home. It's already loo late.
(b) She goes to the book fair every day in the afternoon. But she buys  story books.
(c) I can't remember the title of the book,  the details of the story. I read it many years ago.
(d) The hunter was ready with his gun.  the lion came out of its cave, he shot at it.
(e) The whole area is already covered with rain water.  it rains again?
(f) In ancient time, people  fight against dangerous wild animals.
(g)  your mental support, 1 couldn't stick to my decision. I’m really grateful to you.
(h) We should respect one another. You will get respect from others  you respect them.
(i) Time once lost is lost forever. So we  make the best use of our time if we want to succeed in
life.
(j) I always advise the boy to complete the daily lessons in time.  what I say, he will do what he
likes.
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18. CHOWMUHANI GOVERNMENT SALEH AHMED COLLEGE, NOAKHALI2022 (Prep. Exam)

Would rather As soon as What does...look like Let alone As well as
Had better Was born What's it like There It
(a) They have to take immediate steps to solve the problem. I  they did something about it
instead of just talking about it.
(b) Rubel did not face any difficulties in his life. He  with a silver spoon in his mouth.
(c) I haven’t decided on the menu yet,  bought the food.
(d) Karim: Hello, Rubel.  a peacock ? Rubel: It’s very nice bird. It is famous for dancing.
(e) Its five o’clock. I  go now before the traffic gets too bad.
(f)  they own one trophy they set their sights on the next.
(g)  are differences of opinion, he added, on very basic issues.
(h) We  educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(i)  travelling by a plane? I have never travelled by plane.
(j) Now, our humanity is at risk.  is high time we did something to solve it.
19. GOVT. SHAH SULTAN COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)
There Would rather As soon as Was born What does...look like
Let alone Had better What's it like Have to It
(a) Bribery is a great sin. We  starve than take bribe.
(b) He is a miser. He does not help his neighbours,  the villagers.
(c) I  go to the railway station to receive my father.
(d)  eating panta-ilish, especially on Pahela Boishakh?
(e) You look so weak. You  go home as early as possible.
(f)  has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(g)  the meeting started, some activists of the opposition party started picketing.
(h) Albert Einstein was a great scientist of Physics. He  in 1879 and breathed his last in 1955.
(i)  are few places in the world today that have not been spoiled by industrialization and
pollution.
(j) Sir,  a whale ? It is extraordinarily large.
20. SIRAJGONJ GOVERNMENT COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
there was born would rather as well as used to
as if had better let alone had to lest
(a) His income is very poor. He can't buy an ordinary watch,  costly one.
(b) He saw a bear coming towards him. So he climbed up a tree  the bear might attack him.
(c) Our young generation is following western culture  they were born in foreign country.
(d) The bridge grew old. They  repair it.
(e) It is a popular restaurant. We  reserve a table.
(f) Don‘t worry. It will take some time to get  new place.
(g) It is autumn. They  make a journey by boat than a journey by train.
(h)  was a time when people used to travel by walking or by riding on animals. But at present
revolutionary change has taken place in the transport system.
(i) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist, playwright, and film maker. He  on 13
November 1948.
(j) I studied psychology, medicine  working in a hospital to gain experience.
21. NILPHAMARI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
would rather There have to had better What's if like
as soon as as if was born let alone What does...look like
(a) What has happened to you? You look  you saw a ghost.
(b) You seem to be ill. You  see a doctor.
(c)  goes an old man. Everybody respects him for his wisdom.
(d) Don’t make a fun. He can’t walk a mile  ten miles.
(e) He said to me, " an alien ?" But I couldn’t answer.
(f) Bangladesh is our motherland. We all  work for it.
(g) It’s raining outside. I  stay at home than go to college.
(h) He went out  he saw me. I can’t believe it.
(i)  eating a crab? You said nothing.
(j) Kazi Nazrul Islam is a great poet. He  in 1899 AD. He wrote against injustice.
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22. THAKURGAON GOVT WOMEN'S COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

as soon as as if what's it like would rather was born
had better what does...look like there let alone have to
(a)  was a time when educated people were more honorable than the rich people. But alas!
Those days are gone.
(b) I  be more disciplined. Discipline is the root of the success.
(c) Most of the poor villagers have no tin-shed house,  brick built building.
(d) We stand up  the teacher enters our class. This is part of British old culture.
(e) I  and brought up in a village. I like the village so much.
(f) You  settle up the dispute with your brother;' otherwise, it will harm you in many ways.
(g) My parents  stay in a village than live with me 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 a foreign country.  living in a foreign country? I have never been
abroad.
(j)  an alien ? Is it like a human being?
23. GOVT. CITY COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
have to what does..look like would rather what's it like what if
had better no sooner had there as if was born
(a) A:  I forget to shut down the computer?
B: Don’t worry. It will be in sleep mode automatically.
(b) A:  your house ?
B: My house looks like a palace.
(c) Its five o’clock. I  go now before there is serious jam.
(d) My father will come tonight from Thailand. I  go to the airport.
(e) He is very punctual. He  make the best use of time than kill it.
(f) The students were loitering in the corridor.  they seen the teacher than they entered the
classroom.
(g) They are two brothers. But there exists no relation between them. They behave  they were
dire enemy to each other.
(h) He didn’t study at all.  is hardly any chance of his passing the examination.
(i) Last year I went to Stradford-upon-Avon. I saw where William Shakespeare .
(j)  playing games in a computer? You spend most of your time with it.
24. CHATTOGRAM COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
as if had better despite though it dared not
would rather what does...look like let alone whether as would that
(a)  being a small country, Bangladesh has many natural resources.
(b) People don’t protest against corruption  they were adapted to it.
(c) Some people never even read a newspaper,  a book.
(d) The trade fair was successful  all put combined effort.
(e) I  die than indulge in corruption.
(f) I don’t know  the man will call me or not.
(g) He  leave the place then.
(h) Child: Sister,  a crocodile ?
Sister: Sorry, no idea.
(i)  I had listened to your advice.
(j) You  face the situation alone. I can’t help you now.
25. BANGLADESH NOUBAHINI COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
was born it had better as soon as what's ... like
there what does...look like would rather let alone have to/has to
(a) Our classroom is small. It can't accommodate forty students  hundred.
(b)  is a good habit to walk in the morning because morning air is fresh.
(c) A:  your father ?
B: He is a very honest and hard working person.
(d) Hazrat Ali (R)  on 20th September 601 AD in Makkah. He was the cousin and son-in-law of
the prophet of Islam.
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(e) I like spicy food. My lunch  be spicy.

(f) It's a very important secret. You  not tell it to anybody.
(g) He is a brilliant student. He  fail than copy.
(h) Our village is a famous one.  are many highly educated and very rich persons in our village.
(i)  a comet ? Comets are cosmic snowballs of frozen gases, rock and dust that orbit the
sun.
(j) Give him the good news  you meet him.
26. COX'S BAZAR GOVT. COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone was born what is it like would rather there
have to as soon as what does...look like had better as if
(a) While playing cricket, cricketers  accept the decisions given by the umpire.
(b) I  start my revision of lessons than sitting idle.
(c) We  take warm clothes. It may get colder at night.
(d) I myself proceed with caution,  a boy of ten.
(e) She spoke in a way  she had known everything.
(f) The class started  the bell rang.
(g)  living in a tin shed house? Is it very hot during daytime?
(h)  the mouse of computer ?
(i) Once  lived a poor woodcutter in a village
(j) The man you are talking of  in a period when he was needed the most.
27. BARGUNA GOVERNMENT COLLEGE, BARGUNA2022 (Prep. Exam)
had better let alone call it a day read between the lines bring to book
assoon as a cracker jack how it...like how....doing by fits and starts
(a) As he reads , it is sure that he will not make a good result.
(b) He was incapable of swimming in the pond  swimming in the river.
(c)  means to punish someone.
(d) I have to hire  for the job.
(e) We  put on warm cloths. This could give us relief in the cold weather.
(f) The audience listened to her song spellbound.  she finished it, the audience burst into a
loud clap.
(g) I am going to enter into university life, I wonder  will be .
(h) I am too tired to continue working. Let us .
(i) Mannon: Salam have you met Mr. Jabir recently?  is he ?
(j) If you , you could understand what he tried to say.
28. JHALOKATHI GOVERNMENT COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone was born have to had better as soon as
there what does...look like what's...like it would rather
(a) I  get a taxi. The buses are so slow.
(b) I  get a taxi. I don’t like buses.
(c) The man is very poor. He can’t buy his food,  a cycle.
(d) Bangabandhu is the father of our nation. He  in 1920.
(e)  the teacher entered the classroom, the students stood up.
(f) The time is very short. You  leave the place now for attending the function.
(g)  was a boy at the door. He wanted to meet me.
(h)  is twenty past twelve. You should go to bed now.
(i)  the earth ? It is not completely round.
(j) They went to theatre to enjoy a drama.  the drama  ?
29. SHAHEED BIR UTTAM LT. ANWAR GIRLS' COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
had better what if scarcely had providing that is born
as if would rather what’s it like let alone no sooner had
(a) He left, barely able to see straight  think straight.
(b) I  you stayed at home tonight.
(c)  Richard reached the stage when the audience started screaming.
(d) You have become involved in bad companies.  your parents know it?
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(e) They say that in China a new baby  every five minutes.
(f) She  be ready for the next week's meeting. Otherwise, she would fail to present her
company properly.
(g)  the cadets finished one project than they started working on the next.
(h) His elder brother always treats him  he were a child.
(i) I will buy my son a new car  he agrees not to get a tatoo.
(j)  working in the government office? You seem to be very happy with your govt. service.
30. MONIPUR HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MIRPUR, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
as well as would rather had better used to had to
what if was born let alone as if lest
(a) We are a developing nation. We should make the best use of our resources  we might lag
behind.
(b) I called you several times but could not get you. I felt  you had given me wrong cell phone
number.
(c) He is a diabetic patient. He  eat more vegetables than carbohydrate.
(d) I spend my leisure doing different activities. Gardening  stamp collecting is my favourite
hobby.
(e) There  be houses around here long time.
(f) You look ill. You  not go to work.
(g) The canal dried up. They  dig it.
(h) His father gets a poor salary. He cannot afford to send his children to an ordinary school, 
an expensive school.
(i) A :  I can’t attend the meeting?
B : I’ll manage it.
(j) Shamsur Rahman, a poet deeply rooted in his own tradition,  on 24th October, 1929 in
Dhaka.
31. DANIA COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Qadirabad Cantt. Sapper College, Bagatipara, Natore2022 (Prep. Exam)
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 impotant form of exercise,
because it refreshes both the 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  three
meals.
(j) After the final match of the FIFA World Cup 2014, Messi looked  he were routed. His
cherished dream had been shattered.
32. GAZIPUR CANTONMENT COLLEGE, GAZIPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
there it what if had better should
no sooner have to let alone what ..... looks like as soon as
(a) He cannot afford a motor bike  maintain a car.
(b) Do you know  a space ship ?
(c)  are many problems which should be solved..
(d)  had the boy heard the ring than he went out,
(e) He is not available whom you want. You  come tomorrow.
(f) Your exam is knocking at the door. You  study attentively,
(g) He Is riding without wearing helmet.  he would make an accident?
(h)  I looked at him, he hid the mobile set.
(i) One  show his ID card to enter here.
(j)  has been instructed that musk is a must.
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33. GOVT. TOLARAM COLLEGE, NARAYANGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam)

there it what if have to as soon as
let alone was born would rather as if had better
(a) We  make our tour to the Sundarbans than go to Cox's Bazar. We already visited Cox's
Bazar two times.
(b) Pets are not allowed in the ballroom. People  keep their pet dogs in their houses.
(c) Some friends are going to visit me today. My room is on mess. I  tidy my room.
(d)  is very hot today. You shouldn't go out today.
(e) He doesn't donate a single coin to the charity,  a piece of land. He is a closedfisted man.
(f) The farmers become busy  the monsoon begins. They largely depend on nature for there
cultivation.
(g)  comes a beggar. He seems to be very old and feeble.
(h) William Cowper is regarded as the connecting link between the classical and schools of poetry.
He  in 1731.
(i) Pond water should be drunk after being purified.  we drank pond water containing germs?
(j) He is devouring the food in a way  he were hungry for days. He should eat a little bit slowly.
34. KUMUDINI GOVT. COLLEGE, TANGAIL2022 (Prep. Exam)
was born what does ... look like there would rather let alone
had better have to as soon as what's ... like it
(a)  is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal,  hat-trick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home  possible.
(d) No one is happy with her result. She  understand it.
(e)  lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(f) Zakir Hossain  on 19 July, 1945.
(g) We  educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(h)  a dragon fruit  ?
(i) You  leave the rented house than pay the rent every month.
(j)  tour ? It’s very enjoyable.
35. GOVT. HARAGANGA COLLEGE, MUNSHIGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam)
was born have to it had better let alone
as soon as what’s ... like would rather there what does .... look like
(a) You are getting bulky day by day. You  take physical exercise.
(b) The presence of students in the class is less than sixty today.  were about 100 students
present in the last class.
(c) Shoma  live in a hostel than live in her relative’s home. She feels free and comfortable in the
hostel.
(d) He is very poor. He can’t afford to travel by an AC bus  an aeroplane.
(e) I  seek advice from a doctor. I have been suffering from fever for a long time.
(f)  he ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(g)  the tranquil water journey began, she fell asleep in the early morning.
(h) Children followed her when she went out.  the foreign lady ?
(i) Tareq Ahmed is a renowned teacher. He  in 1960.
(j) He is an honest man and  is known to all.
36. GOVT. SARADA SUNDARI MOHILA COLLEGE, FARIDPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
would rather what does .... look like if only as soon as provided that
but for had better there if so what is ... like
(a) You look very tired. You  go to bed now.
(b) Have you ever seen an armadillo?  it ?
(c) It is already ten p.m. I  you went home now.
(d) Are you staying for another night? , I'll give you another room.
(e) I am grateful to you.  your help, I would have failed.
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(f) Do you know about her nature?  she ?

(g)  lived an illiterate man in that village. However, he could make up stories.
(h) You can sleep in this room  you make no noise during the night. I can't sleep if there is a
noise.
(i) He is always late.  he comes in time.
(j) The children are hungry.  she arrives, I'll tell her to give them food.

37. RAFIQUL ISLAM MOHILA COLLEGE, BHAIRAB2022 (Prep. Exam)

 Muminunnisa Govt. Mohila College, Mymensingh2022 (Prep. Exam)
it is high time what does .... look like lest as though let alone
unless would rather have to used to as long as
(a) Son:  a satellite ?
(b) He cannot buy a shirt  a car.
(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) I am tired. I  stay at home than go outside.
38. NEW GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2022 (Prep. Exam)
had better there have to would rather let alone
as if it what's like was born as soon as
(a) Hasan'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 have never travelled by air.  flying in the sky?
(c) Let's go to 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) Industry is the key to success. We  work hard to succeed in life.
(h) Tagore  in 1861. He was awarded Nobel Prize for literature in 1913.
(i)  is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
(j) I went there to meet him.  I saw him, I rushed to talk to him.
39. RAJSHAHI GOVT. CITY COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2022 (Prep. Exam)
what’s it like would rather was born let alone there
what does .... look like as if as soon as had better have to
(a) This boy  blind. Doctors opined that he would not recover. Since his birth, the boy has been
one-eyed.
(b) If you don’t want to miss the bus, start  possible. Otherwise, you will have to wait 2 hours
for the next bus.
(c) This poor student cannot manage even his textbooks,  a bicycle. He walks to school which
is 5 miles away.
(d) Our society is full of bad persons. We  remain aware of them.
(e) Our village is a famous one.  are many highly educated and very rich persons in our village.
(f) Son : Father  a dolphin ?
Father : Sorry. I have no idea.
(g) I have no idea of  going on a long drive. I had never such occasion in my life.
(h) He behaves  he were a king. He always pretends to be important.
(i) I  support my father than my uncle. I believe that my father is more honest and just than
my uncle.
(j) You  bring your camera. We could take photo of every incident.
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40. GOVT. AZIZUL HAQUE COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)

had better it let alone has to scarcely ... when
it is high time with a view to used to prefer .... to look forward to
(a) We always  getting light at the end of the tunnel because darkness is followed by light.
(b) The freedom fighters were indomitable. They  embracing martyrdom  escaping showing
back from the battle field.
(c) When we were children, we  play in the open ground.
(d)  had he dreamt of a nightmare  he started screaming.
(e) He feels sick today. He  not go to office today.
(f) Robin is the son of a poor man. He  fend for his own livelihood.
(g) He is meek and mild. He never utters any hard words  rebuke anyone.
(h)  takes two to tango.
(i) Our country is already over populated.  we thought about solving this problem fruitfully.
(j) We should help the helpless  condescending to remove the sufferings of the destitute.
41. BOGURA CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone as if as soon as had better what does ... look 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.
42. AZAM KHAN GOVT. COMMERCE COLLEGE, KHULNA2022 (Prep. Exam)
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 heard 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.
43. CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, JAHANABAD, KHULNA2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Netrokona Govt. College2022 (Prep. Exam)
had better as long as was born let alone wish
lest would rather as soon as as if have to
(a) Mr. Aziz is an honest man. He  starve than take bribe.
(b) Hello. I am from Bangladesh. I  in Dhaka.
(c) Your mother is ill. So, I think you  go home early.
(d) We have started late. Now you are walking slowly. Walk fast  you should miss the train.
(e) I want to set up a hospital. But, I have not enough money. I  I were a millionaire to do that.
(f) I helped him many a time. But, now he speaks in such a manner  he did not know me.
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(g) None can live without hope. In fact, there is hope  there is life.
(h) Rima was waiting for the reply. So, she went home  she got the telegram.
(i) You don’t know how poor he is. He cannot buy a fan,  an air conditioner.
(j) There are some promising sectors in Bangladesh. So, we all  work sincerely to flourish in
those areas.
44. KHULNA GOVT. MODEL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, KHULNA2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone would rather had better as soon as what does .... look like
it was born what's .... like there have to/has to
(a) It may rain today. You  leave earlier.
(b) His mother is very sick. He needs to go home  possible.
(c) Shoma  live in a hostel than live in her relative's home. She feels free and comfortable in the
hostel.
(d) He cannot read newspaper,  edit a newspaper.
(e)  lived a wise man but he was not well-known to all.
(f) You look tired.  appears to me that you have worked hard.
(g) Ismail is a symbol of versatile genius. He  into a needy family.
(h)  a dinosaur ? Have you ever seen it?
(i)  industry  ? It is the key to success.
(j) One of my relatives is a poor man. I  help him financially.
45. MICHAEL MADHUSUDAN COLLEGE, JASHORE2022 (Prep. Exam)
nor provided as though look like would rather
used to high time let alone unless whether
(a) The corrupt can barely think positive  do positive.
(b) What does a bat ?
(c) She deserves neither reward  punishment.
(d) She proceeded  I had not spoken.
(e) It depends upon you  you will do it or not.
(f) Day labourers are very much  smoking.
(g) I must not go out  it rains.
(h)  you are punctual, you can never reach the top of success.
(i) It is  we changed our food habit.
(j) A man  starve than beg.
46. BAF SHAHEEN COLLEGE, JASHORE2022 (Prep. Exam)
would rather as long as it what’s it like what if
let alone have to had better as soon as as if
(a) A : I  inform my parents about my delay.
B : Of course, you should.
(b) The pen is new and full of ink. It writes  it had no ink in it.
(c) The question paper was very hard. She  sit for the next exam than fail.
(d) Smoking is a very bad habit. You have to give up smoking  possible.
(e) A : What if it rains heavily this afternoon?
B : We  stay inside and play indoor games.
(f) You do not have enough money. You cannot buy a book  five books.
(g) It is raining in torrents.  playing football in the rain?
(h) A :  the teacher comes late?
B : We'll keep silent in the class.
(i) A : How long will you watch TV?
B :  the match continues.
(j)  is not necessary for you to go there. You can stay at home and enjoy a sound sleep.
47. SATKHIRA GOVT. MAHILA COLLEGE, SATKHIRA2022 (Prep. Exam)
had better let alone as if as soon as was born
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.
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(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  1 heard his roaring voice.
(j) Though 1 am in dire need of money, I  die than seek any financial help from him.
48. FENI GOVT. COLLEGE, FENI2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Dinajpur Govt. College, Dinajpur2022 (Prep. Exam)
as soon as it there was born let alone
what's it like would rather had better as if have to
(a) The rules of the college are very strict.  the bell rings, the students have to attend the class.
(b) We suspected  was he who took away money from the box.
(c)  was a king named Solomon. He was powerful and intelligent.
(d) His income is very limited, He could not buy a motorbike,  a luxury car.
(e)  living in English style? You seem to be happy with your life in London.
(f) Mr. Habib is very honest. He  resign the post than earn money in a dishonest way.
(g) Lost time never comes back in life. So, you  not waste time in unprofitable work.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam is a rebel poet. He  in West Bengal.
(i) Paradise lies under parents' foot. So, we all  obey our parents.
(j) He behaved  none had got this opportunity in this universe.
49. GOVT. COMMERCE COLLEGE CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
let alone as if what if crocodile tears providing
have to enough to somehow as long as lest
(a) A student should not forget that  he is a student; his bounden duty is to study.
(b) He is devouring the food in a way  he were hungry for days. He should eat a little bit slowly.
(c) Save some money for the future  you might be in financial difficulties.
(d) The old man is a real pretender. Don't give heed to him as he weeps .
(e) I don't want to visit the place without you. I will wait for you  you are ready to accompany
me.
(f) There was a terrible storm. Unfortunately, the ship was wrecked but he  managed to swim
ashore.
(g) He is the only earning member in his family. He  work very hard for maintaining it.
(h) A : We are going to travel 300 km today.
B :  the car runs short of petrol?
(i) I think you are wise  understand what I say. So, beware of others.
(j) He is struggling to survive  leading a luxurious life.
50. GOVT. HAZI MOHAMMAD MOHSIN COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
have to what does .... look like what if let alone what's it like there
would rather it had better as if as soon as was born
(a) They are courageous, they  face any problem than sitting idle.
(b) He has taken an admission form. He will submit it  he fills it up.
(c)  is a very big library in our college. We can borrow books from the library.
(d) A : We must reach our destination by 4 o'clock.
B :  we can’t manage a taxi?
(e) Today is my mother’s birthday. I  buy flowers for her.
(f) She looked at the question paper again and again. It seemed  she had not known the
answer or a single questions.
(g) Mr Alik is going to deliver a presentation in the college auditorium. We  not miss his
presentation.
(h) Rakib is an introvert. He does not even feel comfortable on the telephone,  speak in public.
(i) After breakfast Amol took his friend to see a new foal that  during the night.
(j)  flying in a plane above the cloud? I will feel over the moon if I get a chance.
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02 Key to Special Uses of Words/Phrases

1. (a) had better (b) have to (c) would rather (d) There (e) It (f) What does....look like (g) What's....like (h)
let alone (i) As soon as (j) was born
2. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) had better (d) let alone (e) as soon as (f) What's it like (g) what ... look
like (h) there (i) was born (j) It
3. (a) had better (b) would rather (c) What's it like (d) what does... look like (e) was born (f) as soon as (g)
let alone (h) have to (i) There (j) It
4. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) was born (d) had better (e) let alone (f) there (g) as soon as (h) what
does ... look like (i) What's it like (j) It
5. (a) was born (b) had better (c) What's it like (d) as soon as (e) would rather (f) let alone (g) have to (h)
There (i) What does .... look like (j) as if
6. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) had better (d) let alone (e) as soon as (f) What's it like (g) what does ....
look like (h) was born (i) There (j) It
7. (a) has to (b) let alone (c) was born (d) as soon as (e) What does .... look like (f) had better (g) would
rather (h) It (i) What's .... like (j) There
8. (a) as soon as (b) let alone (c) So what (d) what does ... look like (e) If so (f) So so (g) No matter (h)
There (i) as if (j) had better
9. (a) as though (b) high time (c) Scarcely had ... when (d) ever since (e) lest ... should (f) would rather
(g) had better (h) let alone (i) as soon as (j) has to
10. (a) let alone (b) would rather (c) as soon as (d) had better (e) What does ... look like (f) have to (g) it (h)
let alone (i) would rather (j) had better
11. (a) have to (b) As soon as (c) What does ... look like (d) What's ... like (e) let alone (f) was born (g)
would rather (h) had better (i) There (j) It
12. (a) unless (b) as fast as (c) bad blood (d) would rather (e) had better (f) has to (g) Barely had (h)
What's it like (i) get used to (j) high time
13. (a) sit for the exam (b) difficult of all (c) must (d) How does it feel like (e) had better (f) What does
...look like (g) are born (h) as soon as (i) high time (j) as if
14. (a) let alone (b) has to (c) What if (d) as soon as (e) It is high time (f) There (g) Would you mind (h) In
case (i) would rather (j) What does ... look like
15. (a) had better (b) as soon as (c) What's it like (d) have to (e) would rather (f) There (g) was born (h) let
alone (i) It (j) what does ... look like
16. (a) was born (b) had better (c) It (d) has to (e) let alone (f) There (g) What does ... look like (h) would
rather (i) as soon as (j) What's ... like
17. (a) had better (b) nothing but (c) let alone (d) As soon as (e) What if (f) used to (g) But for (h) provided
that (i) have to (j) No matter
18. (a) as well as (b) was born (c) let alone (d) What does ... look like (e) had better (f) As soon as (g) There
(h) would rather (i) What's it like (j) It
19. (a) would rather (b) let alone (c) have to (d) What's it like (e) had better (f) It (g) As soon as (h) was
born (i) There (j) what does ... look like
20. (a) let alone (b) lest (c) as if (d) had to (e) had better (f) used to (g) would rather (h) There (i) was born
(j) as well as
21. (a) as if (b) had better (c) There (d) let alone (e) What does... look like (f) have to (g) would rather (h) as
soon as (i) What's it like (j) was born
22. (a) There (b) have to (c) let alone (d) as soon as (e) was born (f) had better (g) would rather (h) as if (i)
What's it like (j) What does ... look like
23. (a) What if (b) What does ... look like (c) had better (d) have to (e) would rather (f) No sooner had (g) as
if (h) There (i) was born (j) What's it like
24. (a) Despite (b) as if (c) let alone (d) as (e) would rather (f) whether (g) had better (h) what does ... look
like (i) Would that (j) dared not
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25. (a) let alone (b) It (c) What's like (d) was born (e) has to (f) had better (g) would rather (h) There (i)
What does ... look like (j) as soon as
26. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) had better (d) let alone (e) as if (f) as soon as (g) What is it like (h) What
does ... look like (i) there (j) was born
27. (a) by fits and starts (b) let alone (c) Bring to book (d) a cracker jack (e) had better (f) As soon as (g)
How it ... like (h) call it a day (i) How ... doing (j) read between the lines
28. (a) had better (b) would rather (c) let alone (d) was born (e) As soon as (f) have to (g) There (h) It (i)
What does ... look like (j) What's ... like
29. (a) let alone (b) would rather (c) Scarcely had (d) What if (e) is born (f) had better (g) No sooner had (h)
as if (i) providing that (j) What's it like
30. (a) lest (b) as if (c) would rather (d) as well as (e) used to (f) had better (g) had to (h) let alone (i) What
if (j) was born
31. (a) had better (b) It (c) have to (d) there (e) What .... look like (f) As soon as (g) would rather (h) was
born (i) let alone (j) as if
32. (a) let alone (b) what .... looks like (c) There (d) No sooner (e) had better (f) should (g) What if (h) As
soon as (i) has to (j) It
33. (a) would rather (b) had better (c) have to (d) It (e) let alone (f) as soon as (g) There (h) was born (i)
What if (j) as if
34. (a) It (b) let alone (c) as soon as (d) had better (e) There (f) was born (g) have to (h) What does .... look
like (i) would rather (j) What's .... like
35. (a) had better (b) There (c) would rather (d) let alone (e) have to (f) What's .... like? (g) As soon as (h)
What does ..... look like? (i) was born (j) it
36. (a) had better (b) What does .... look like? (c) would rather (d) If so (e) But for (f) What is .... like (g)
There (h) provided that (i) If only (j) As soon as
37. (a) What does ....... look like (b) let alone (c) have to (d) as though (e) as long as (f) It is high time (g)
lest (h) used to (i) unless (j) would rather
38. (a) let alone (b) What's like (c) It (d) would rather (e) had better (f) as if (g) have to (h) was born (i)
There (j) As soon as
39. (a) was born (b) as soon as (c) let alone (d) have to (e) There (f) what does .... look like (g) what's it like
(h) as if (i) would rather (j) had better
40. (a) look forward to (b) prefer .... to (c) used to (d) Scarcely .... when (e) had better (f) has to (g) let
alone (h) It (i) It is high time (j) with a view to
41. (a) let alone (b) It (c) as if (d) would rather (e) as soon as (f) There (g) If (h) had better (i) What does ....
look like (j) have to
42. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) What if (d) What's it like (e) As soon as (f) It (g) let alone (h) was born (i)
had better (j) What does ..... look like
43. (a) would rather (b) was born (c) had better (d) lest (e) wish (f) as if (g) as long as (h) as soon as (i) let
alone (j) have to
44. (a) had better (b) as soon as (c) would rather (d) let alone (e) There (f) It (g) was born (h) What does ...
look like (i) What's .... like (j) have to
45. (a) let alone (b) look like (c) nor (d) as though (e) whether (f) used to (g) provided (h) Unless (i) high
time (j) would rather
46. (a) had better (b) as if (c) would rather (d) as soon as (e) have to (f) let alone (g) What's it like (h) What
if (i) As long as (j) It
47. (a) Would you mind (b) had better (c) let alone (d) There (e) It (f) was born (g) What does .... look like
(h) as if (i) as soon as (j) would rather
48. (a) As soon as (b) it (c) There (d) let alone (e) What's it like (f) would rather (g) had better (h) was born
(i) have to (j) as if
49. (a) as long as (b) as if (c) lest (d) crocodile tears (e) providing (f) somehow (g) has to (h) What if (i)
enough to (j) let alone
50. (a) would rather (b) as soon as (c) There (d) What if (e) have to (f) as if (g) had better (h) let alone (i)
was born (j) What's it like
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
COMPLETING
03 SENTENCES
Use of Conditionals, Phrase and Clause

Ques. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases. 1  10 = 10

1. CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MOMENSHAHI2023

(a) 21s1 February is a red-letter day in our life because . It is our mother Language Day.
(b) A railway station is the place .
(c) I am an early riser. I am used to .
(d) Mr. Jamal is a quack. He behaves as though .
(e) Unity is strength. Unless you are united, .
(f) My test is going on. I studied hard lest I .
(g) It is very cold. I have to put on warm clothes so that .
(h) There goes a proverb, "What is lotted, ."
(i) Speak the truth or . A truthful man is always honoured everywhere.
(j) Environment is polluted in many ways. It is high time .
2. GOVT. ASHEK MAHMUD COLLEGE, JAMALPUR2023
(a) Scarcely had I seen the accident . Fortunately the hospital was near the accident spot.
(b) The bridge was very old. The villagers repaired it lest .
(c) Happiness lies in contentment. Despite , he is not happy.
(d) He failed in the exam. He could pass if .
(e) We have not found him. He is out of the office since you .
(f) Climate change is so alarming that . We must be aware of this fact.
(g) Irfan heard a knock at the door while . He got scared.
(h) An airport is a place where .
(i) Some students try to adopt unfair means in the exam. It is high time .
(j) A proverb goes that a stich in time .
3. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (Prep. Exam)
 St. Gregory's High School & College, Dhaka2019; Rajshahi Govt. City College2019; Collectorate School & College,
Rangpur2019; Rajshahi Cadet College2018; Brahmanbaria United College2018; Govt. Commerce College, Chattogram2018
(a) Rangamati is very busy now. But don't worry. If I find any good hotel, .
(b) I could not understand the chemistry lesson today. I would understand the lecture better if the
teacher .
(c) My cousin, Mohua is going to Cox's Bazar on vacation. If I were she, I .
(d) Bangladesh is one of the worst victims of climate change. The climate is getting hotter because
of .
(e) Whenever I go out for a walk, . I know many people don't like this.
(f) I shall stay here until . I do not want to take any risk.
(g) The shoes were so expensive that . I did not have sufficient money with me.
(h) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to . The organizers should have arranged
sound system.
(i) London was a new city for us. We hired a bus so that .
(j) As I've already completed my studies, . I need money.
4. DANIA COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (1st Year Half-Yearly Exam.)
(a) Despite the foggy weather, he was .
(b) None can receive any reward unless he works hard. Hence .
(c) It is not good . A man is known by the company he keeps.
(d) If I had a camera, . I like photography very much.
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(e) Jerry was an orphan boy. He was only four when .
(f) Reckless driving causes a lot of accidents. It is high time .
(g) Today is hot day. The heat of the sun is so unberable that .
(h) My examination is going on. I studied hard lest .
(i) I missed you very much on the occasion. Had you gone there .
(j) Globalization is a frequently used word. It is a process of expanding trade and commerce .
5. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam); RAJUK UTTARA MODEL COLLEGE,
DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Only if bamboo can be moved to higher elevation, .
(b) The sooner you book the ticket, . During Eid the pressure of the passengers' is excessive.
(c) Now that she was so nervous, . Eventually, the inverviewers eliminated her.
(d)  gives no pleasure. Hence, I don't like to travel by a local train.
(e) As the countries differ, so do . This gives them their identity.
(f) But for his help .
(g) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time
(h) The poem is too easy .
(i) I am an early riser. 1 am used to .
(j) What is lotted .
6. VIQARUNNISA NOON COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam); IDEAL SCHOOL & COLLEGE,
MOTIJHEEL, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Cactus plants grown in tubs need a very small amount of water. We were careful so that .
(b) Hard work and determination bring success.  a man can be successful.
(c) Without being united, we cannot succeed. We all know the proverb, “United we stand, .
(d) Every year many students are to stop their studies. Without stopping dropout, .
(e) I will be very busy today, but you can pass any message to my younger brother in case .
(f) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we .
(g) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that .
(h) Mr. X is a close-fisted man. He never .
(i) Choosing a good friend is very important in life. The proverb says, "A man is known ".
(j) Success does not come to our life automatically.  if we want to be successful.
7. DHAKA RESIDENTIAL MODEL COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam); SHAHEED BIR UTTAM
LT. ANWAR GIRLS' COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Shabbir Khan is a quack. He behaves as though .
(b) Barely had we started to eat .
(c)  so that they could fail to get a good mark in the final exam.
(d) I haven't seen the film star. Had 1 been there, .
(e) Ayub Khan promised that . Therefore, people of East Pakistan grew rebellious.
(f) If the ozone layer collapses, .
(g) Barely had we started to eat .
(h) Ria didn't inform me earlier about the program. , I would have attended her program.
(i)  so that they could fail to get a good mark in the final exam.
(j) Save something lest .
8. DANIA COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam); GAZIPUR CANTONMENT COLLEGE,
GAZIPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) He studies medicine so that .
(b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we .
(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to .
(d) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for .
(e) I went to market yesterday. Had you requested me, I .
(f) Scarcely had I heard the news .
(g) Had I the power of being invisible, .
(h) Increasing use of fossil fuel is a threat. It is high time we .
(i) Raju is a good flute piper. But yesterday in a party he acted as if .
(j) Religious people believe that .
9. GOVT. TOLARAM COLLEGE, NARAYANGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam); KUMUDINI GOVT.
COLLEGE, TANGAIL2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Cancer takes a number of lives every year. Were I a scientist, .
(b) The garbage piled on the road is so stinky that . It should be removed from their
immediately.
(c) I bought the bag for her. I took the price tag off it so that .
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(d) It's not cold now, but take your coat with you in case . It will keep you warm.
(e) It is high time you . It is detrimental to health.
(f) If I had enough space, .
(g) That he is a liar .
(h) Morality is declining. It is high time .
(i) Barely had he learnt about his result .
(j)  before she attained maturity.
10. GOVT. HARAGANGA COLLEGE, MUNSHIGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam); GOVT. SARADA SUNDARI
MOHILA COLLEGE, FARIDPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Hardly had he reached the station . So he had to wait for the next train.
(b) This ceiling is not so high. He is tall enough .
(c) The weather was so cold that . So we spent time gossiping in the house.
(d) You’re not going out until . You won’t have time to read it later.
(e) If she posts the letter now, . But they must be informed of the incident today.
(f) There were so many students. The teacher spoke loudly so that .
(g) The place was very charming. I would have taken some pictures If I had .
(h) She was very serious. Tired as she was .
(i) We should not call him to do it along with us. You know that too many cooks .
(j) We were late. No sooner did we .
11. NEW GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2022 (Prep. Exam); RAJSHAHI GOVT. CITY
COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where ?
(b) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies from flower to flower so that .
(c) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since .
(d) We must grow the habit of getting up early in the morning. The sooner we get up .
(e) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to .
(f) He entered a university when . After completing graduation, he is now self-employed.
(g) There is a wise saying that united we stand, . So, we must be united to reach our expected
goal.
(h) Women who  should not be ignored. It is our duty to respect them.
(i) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to . The organizers should have arranged
sound system.
(j) I told him to accompany me to Rajshahi. But he refused . I went alone.
12. BOGURA CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam); QADIRABAD
CANTT. SAPPER COLLEGE, BAGATIPARA, NATORE2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to .
(b) A railway station is the place where .
(c) She said, “It is high time we .”
(d) I am an early riser. I am used to .
(e) He who follows two hares .
(f) English is a global language. She read English lest .
(g) They were going to the Sundarbans. Had I been proposed to .
(h) We want to develop our country. Now, it is high time for us .
(i) He spoke as though .
(j) I did not see my mother. It was long since .
13. CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, JAHANABAD, KHULNA2022 (Prep. Exam); KHULNA
GOVT. MODEL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, KHULNA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Spring is the time when . This time they hide themselves and coo from the high branches of
trees.
(b) As she is firmly determined, . Strong determination is the precondition of any success.
(c) The path is very uneven. Walk carefully lest .
(d) I don’t understand why . We should make proper use of time.
(e) We should not disturb social order. We just can’t do what .
(f) English is an international language. So, to keep pace with the process of globalization .
(g) I am an early riser. I am used to .
(h) You are getting fat. If you want to lose weight .
(i) Many people of our country are illiterate. They do not know .
(j) Women constitute half of the total population. No progress is possible .
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14. MICHAEL MADHUSUDAN COLLEGE, JASHORE2022 (Prep. Exam); BAF SHAHEEN COLLEGE,
JASHORE2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) The man  is a liar.
(b) One cannot do .
(c) We are late. Walk fast lest the first class .
(d) A stitch in time .
(e) She was, , a woman of forty.
(f) Though Bangladesh is a poor country, it is blessed with enormous resources. Had we been able
to use them properly, .
(g) Rahim was proved guilty. He was hanged after the order .
(h) Akkas was very hopeful about winning the game. He  before he took part in the
competition.
(i) He had a street accident and his mother injured herself falling on the stairs. To tell the truth
misfortune .
(j) Kulsum has got GPA 4.50. If  more seriously, she would have got GPA 5 in the exam.
15. CUMILLA CANTONMENT COLLEGE, CUMILLA2022 (Prep. Exam); CUMILLA GOVT. WOMEN'S
COLLEGE, CUMILLA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Geometry is very much confusing to Zillur. He practices geometry a lot so that .
(b) I could not recognize you at first. It was five years since we .
(c) The man is too dishonest to . We don't believe him.
(d) Don't worry. I  after I have finished my study.
(e) Try to depend on yourself. Allah helps those .
(f) Last night I did not have a sound sleep. I feel sleepy  TV.
(g) A village market is one of the many attractions of country life. It is a public place where .
(h) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough ?
(i) Whenever he speaks in English . But it is natural that we learn through mistakes.
(j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit is easy to do but .
16. NOAKHALI GOVT. COLLEGE, NOAKHALI2022 (Prep. Exam); FENI GOVT. COLLEGE,
FENI2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) A lot of passengers were waiting at the bus stop when a small bus came. The bus was so small
.
(b) Corruption is a great problem in our country. It is high time we .
(c) He was indifferent to his study. Had he studied seriously, .
(d) He is going to the railway station. He walks fast lest  the train.
(e) Most of the students could not answer the question. It was too difficult for .
(f) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that .
(g) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(h) When I got down from the train, I saw my friend, Tuhin. It was long since .
(i) Five years have passed since . I still miss him very much.
(j) I did not know anything of the matter.  I would have told him about it.
17. GOVT. COMMERCE COLLEGE CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam); ISPAHANI PUBLIC SCHOOL
& COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Despite his best efforts to conceal his anger .
(b) I felt somewhat more released .
(c) Although he is reputed for making very candid statements, .
(d) He tames animals because he .
(e) The officer who has neglected to file his income tax returns had to .
(f) "Is Lisa coming to the party?" "No,  until you call her."
(g) A wise man is one who has knowledge. So, acquire knowledge if .
(h) To save himself from his enemies, Robert Bruce took shelter in a cave. He began to think how
.
(i) The boy noticed that his mother was wearing an old, torn dress. So, .
(j) Despite being a millionaire, Mr Ahmed hates . But, don't think that he is a miser. He is
actually very frugal.
18. SCHOLARSHOME, SYLHET2022 (Prep. Exam); BLUE BIRD HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE,
SYLHET2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) I don't know whether . But it is sure that he will come tomorrow.
(b) They were walking fast to get the bus.  the bus left.
(c) I am fond of reading books. I purchase books whenever .
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(d) The passengers were waiting at the stoppage. They got into the bus as soon as .
(e) Time and tide wait for none.  if you want to succeed.
(f) He was not known to me. If I had known his name, .
(g) I like warm weather. The warmer the weather, .
(h) Do you know the proverb, “All’s well ."
(i) Students should read textbooks again and again with a view to .
(j) I have single copy of this book. I can give you it provided .
19. HABIGANJ GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE, HABIGANJ2022 (Prep. Exam); AMRITA LAL DEY
COLLEGE, BARISHAL2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Corruption is a great problem in our country. It should be stopped so that .
(b) In Bangladesh, paying dowry is a common practice although .
(c) Nothing comes automatically in the world. Therefore, we should not sit idle but .
(d) Sincerity is the key to success. Since he was sincere, .
(e) I went to the hospital to see my friend. Yesterday he had an accident while .
(f) Hardly had he seen his friend .
(g) It is a long time since we .
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to .
(i) I was too young to .
(j) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he .
20. BARISHAL GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, BARISHAL2022 (Prep. Exam); GOVT. SYED HATEM
ALI COLLEGE, BARISHAL2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) I was really in a great danger. He came here with a view to .
(b) I found a box in my room. The box was too heavy for .
(c) Death is inevitable. But the person who  is remembered by all.
(d) My friend lived in New Zealand. It was many years since .
(e) My friend left Bangladesh yesterday. Had I known his phone number .
(f) We are late. The class will start soon. Walk fast .
(g) There goes a proverb that . we must make proper use of time.
(h) The condition of Mitu's father was not well. If I knew his mobile number .
(i) Though Bangladesh is a small country . We are proud of our world heritage sites.
(j) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when .
21. PATUAKHALI GOVT. COLLEGE, PATUAKHALI2022 (Prep. Exam); CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL
& COLLEGE, BUSMS, PARBATIPUR, DINAJPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Earthquake can occur in Dhaka at any time. We have to be alert .
(b) We are living in the age of globalization. It needs skill and competence .
(c) The drivers  have an overtaking tendency. They are responsible for road accidents.
(d)  heavily. We had better not to go outside.
(e) There are some people . Such people cannot succeed in life.
(f) We have to learn the basic grammatical rules but .
(g) I wish I . I would help the poor with the money.
(h) It is raining heavily. I have taken an umbrella so that .
(i) Ria didn’t inform me about the programme. Had I been informed earlier .
(j) Please wait here until . I have an important matter to discuss with you.
22. POLICE LINES SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2022 (Prep. Exam); CANTT. PUBLIC
SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) English is an international language.  you cannot get a good job.
(b) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time .
(c) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But .
(d) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to .
(e) Do not worry about me. I  after I have finished my study.
(f) John is fond of reading. Whenever he goes to the book fair, . He has a good collection of
books now.
(g) Smoking is detrimental to health. It is high time you .
(h) My mother was a philanthropist: She loved to live among the poor villagers so that .
(i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we .
(j) Death is inevitable. There is nobody who .
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23. COLLECTORATE SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2022 (Prep. Exam); GAIBANDHA GOVT.
COLLEGE, GAIBANDHA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) My friend was staying in Peru. If he had invited me, .
(b) Hardly had I got into the train, .
(c) As it is raining in torrents, .
(d) I went to the library in order that .
(e) I fancy . But I know she is not here.
(f) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be punctual lest .
(g) I've missed the 8 o'clock train. Do you know when ?
(h) The thief stole my watch and I saw it. As soon as I saw him, .
(i) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I . He must account for his absence.
(j) There are many obstacles on our way to success. We must work hard so that .
24. ANANDA MOHAN COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (Prep. Exam); AGRICULTURAL
UNIVERSITY COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) A man cannot succeed in life .
(b) He studies medicine so that .
(c) I was too young to .
(d) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, .
(e) Flower is a symbol of beauty, love and purity. There is hardly anyone who .
(f) Trees are our best friends. But dishonest people cut trees so that .
(g) Flower is a symbol of love, beauty and purity. There is hardly any person .
(h) In society, people say many things. We should not give importance .
(i) I cannot permit my kid to go abroad. He is so young that .
(j) The dog attacked you because you frightened it. If you had not frightened the dog, it .
25. MONIPUR HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MIRPUR, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Please remember that I can’t do the work alone. I will do every work provided .
(b) There goes the proverb, “United we stand, divided we fall”. Unless we are united, .
(c) Your father is looking for you. He will not accept your stay in the field playing so late. It is high
time .
(d) You are going to London by plane. Write your name and the address on your bag in case .
(e) Birds can fly because . I wish I had the wings of a bird.
(f) He saw a bear coming towards him. So he climbed up a tree lest .
(g) I do not want to get wet in the rain. I will wait here until .
(h) It was a heart rending story. Tears were rolling down on her face while .
(i) I know she’ll want to carry on playing, if . It’s an important match.
(j) He is poor and has no house. Even if he had money, .
26. RAJSHAHI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Industry is the .
(b) It is high time . It is detrimental to health.
(c) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But .
(d) I was really in great danger. He came here with a view to .
(e) Since it was raining highly . We stayed at home.
(f) You cannot pass in the exam unless .
(g) Be punctual lest you .
(h) I was not hungry at all. If I had been hungry, .
(i) Birds fly in the sky. I wish .
(j) He is satisfied with what .
27. GOVT. AZIZUL HAQUE COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Samir scored a good grade in the exam. His family is very poor. If he gets financial help, .
(b) He is weak in physics. He would understand it better if the teacher .
(c) Birds can fly freely in the sky. If I were a bird, .
(d) Ice caps are melting. Lower coastal area will be flooded because of .
(e) Whenever Ripa gets up early, . She knows many girls neglect it.
(f) The passengers will wait until . So they will not leave the place.
(g) The ox was so gentle that . Many wanted to buy it.
(h) The weather was too hot for one to . People were not found as usual.
(i) Rajshahi is famous for mangoes. People go there .
(j) As it is winter, . Some may dislike it.
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28. GOVT. HAZI MOHAMMAD MOHSIN COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)

(a) Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise. One must go to bed early
so that .
(b) The poem was too difficult for . The teacher told the student to listen to him carefully.
(c) Climate change is so alarming that . We must be aware of this fact and take necessary
steps.
(d) Trees are important for our existence on earth. We should stop cutting trees. It is high time we
.
(e) She went to the headmistress with a view to  but she could not as she was very busy.
(f) Dulal is a quack. He behaves as if .
(g) My chidlhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(h) There are a good number of reasons why . English being a foreign language is the main
reason.
(i) You are not sick. Call me in case .
(j) All the employees want to be . But preference remains everywhere.
29. DINAJPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, DINAJPUR2022 (Prep. Exam)
(a) Bangladesh is burdened with huge population. But her over population can be .
(b) Truthfulness is a great virtue. One cannot command the respect of others unless .
(c) My final exam was going on. I studied hard lest I .
(d) Opportunity does not come always. So, if we miss any opportunity, .
(e) Man is a social being. He cannot do whatever .
(f) If a man wants to enjoy peace, he is to abide by social rules. If he does not follow the social
rules, .
(g) We eat to preserve our health. So, we should bear in mind that .
(h) Health is the root of all happiness. If we want good health, .
(i) People who live in the midst of plenty do not always eat a balanced diet. The fact is that .
(j) Many people of our country suffer from malnutrition. One of the main reasons of malnutrition
is that .
30. BRAHMANBARIA UNITED COLLEGE, BRAHMANBARIA2019
 Police Lines School & College, Rangpur2019; Muminunnisa Govt. Women's College, Mymensingh2018; Jashore Govt. Mohila
College, Jashore2017; Scholarshome, Sylhet2017; Govt. Agragami Girls' High School and College, Sylhet 2017; Holy Cross
College, Dhaka2016
(a) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that .
(b) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(c) When I got down from the train, I saw my friend, Ripon. It was long since .
(d) Five years have passed since . I still miss him very much.
(e) I did not know anything of the matter. , I would have told him about it.
(f) The poem was too difficult . The teacher told us to listen to him very carefully.
(g) Some students adopt unfair means in the examinations. It is high time .
(h) If I had a camera, . I like photography very much.
(i) Don't worry. I will join you after I . Then we will play together.
(j) You take so much food at dinner. You will suffer unless .
31. FENI GIRLS’ CADET COLLEGE, FENI2019
 Narayanganj Govt. Mohila College, Narayanganj2018; Govt. Louhajong University College, Munshiganj2018; Dhaka
College2017; Rajshahi College2016
(a) I've missed the 8 o'clock train. Do you know when ?
(b) The thief stole my watch and I saw it. As soon as I saw him .
(c) Though she was late, .
(d) As he is unwilling to work, he cannot get rid of poverty. He must work if .
(e) I usually avoid . It is boring to drive now.
(f) As it is a difficult task, . He is not very skilled in doing such work.
(g) The film ended very fantastically. If you saw it, .
(h) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that .
(i) Vehicles are hardly seen after midnight. We have to wait to start the journey until .
(j) Your health seems affected by fever. You had better .
32. RANI BHAWANI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, NATORE2019
 Govt. Rashidazzoha Mahila College, Sirajganj2019; Faujdarhat Cadet College, Chattogram2018
(a) Be punctual lest .
(b) Nobody can succeed in life without .
(c) Time is so valuable that .
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(d) You could not get A+ provided .

(e) I have no pen with me. I would lend him, if I .
(f) Would you mind ?
(g) One cannot do well in the exam unless .
(h) We read with a view to .
(i) If you had wanted, .
(j) Do you know where ?
33. SREEMANGAL GOVT. COLLEGE, SREEMANGAL, MOULVIBAZAR2019
 Holy Cross College, Dhaka2018; Noakhali Govt. Women's College, Noakhali2018
(a) Industry keeps us free from want. Mr. Ant worked hard during the summer so that .
(b) There goes the proverb, "United we stand, divided we fall". It is high time we .
(c) We do not realize that indiscriminate cutting of trees has bad effects on environment. If we cut
trees at random, .
(d) It is unfortunate that you don't take exercise.  if you took regular physical exercise.
(e) Save money lest . From your childhood, you should form the habit of saving something for
the future.
(f) I've missed the 8 o'clock train. Do you know when ?
(g) Her voice was too low . The organizers should have arranged sound system.
(h) Robin is very brilliant. He could have made a glorious result if .
(i) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(j) Time flies very fast. Five years passed since .
34. SRISTY COLLEGE OF TANGAIL, TANGAIL2019
 Kurigram Govt. Women's College, Kurigram2019; Dhaka City College, Dhaka2018
(a) Industry is the key to success. If you work hard, .
(b) Corruption is the main hindrance to development. It is high time .
(c) When I was a child .
(d) I have a dream to fly in the sky. Had I .
(e) Work hard lest .
(f) Exercise is very important for health. If you take regular exercise .
(g) A proverb goes that . So, we must try to lead an honest life.
(h) Time is very important in our life. You cannot prosper in life unless .
(i) Trees are very important for our survival. They supply oxygen without which .
(j) A person is known by . So, we have to be careful about the people we mix with.
35. BARISHAL CADET COLLEGE, BARISHAL2019
 Jhenidah Cadet College, Jhenidah2018
(a) A good citizen is .
(b) A good citizen means a person .
(c) If every citizen renders their duties and responsibilities properly .
(d) But if the citizens do otherwise, we are bound .
(e) At the same time the citizens must be conscious and active enough .
(f)  making good citizens, we must educate our children.
(g) Educated people  can realize what is good.
(h)  people can realize democracy in our country.
(i) In our country democracy cannot get flourished and successful  illiteracy.
(j) So, people of all walks of life should co-operate with the government .
36. NATIONAL IDEAL COLLEGE, KHILGAON, DHAKA2019
 Motijheel Model High School & College, Dhaka2018
(a) The attack on the free-thinkers in Bangladesh is extremely worrying. It is time the government
.
(b) Shakespeare is a key figure in the 16th century. 1564 is the year .
(c) The students were talking in the class. As soon as the teacher entered the class .
(d) I am unable to talk to you as I need to go to my office immediately. You have to wait until .
(e) They are too poor to . So, very often they have to starve.
(f) Anger is a human vice. He who is taken  causes a lot of troubles.
(g) Mr Habib is a greedy man. The more he gets, .
(h) I will agree to go provided .
(i) His elder son lives in Paris. It was many days since .
(j) He was not aware of the matter. If he had known the matter earlier, .
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37. MUMINUNNISA GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2019

 Birshrestha Noor Mohammad Public College, Dhaka2018
(a) Hasan is an HSC candidate. As an HSC candidate, he should read properly so that .
(b) The old man is very weak. He is walking very slowly lest .
(c) My brother will come to Bangladesh from Italy tomorrow. So I have to go to airport with a view
to .
(d) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without
knowing the meaning, .
(e) Corruption is a crime. But our government is failing to punish the corrupted people. It is high
time we .
(f) Nian and I work in the same office. Both of us hold the same statues. Her salary is higher than
mine although .
(g) Charity is a great virtue. It inspires us to help the poor. Allah will have mercy on us as long as
.
(h) We are going to arrange a football match between our college and Dhaka College. The match
will take place outdoors whether .
(i) The boy lacks intelligence. He is too dull to .
(j) Yesterday was Rana's birthday. He did not invite me to his birthday party. If he had invited me,
.
38. CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, JAHANABAD, KHULNA2019
 Cantt. Public School & College, Jahanabad, Khulna2018
(a) It is mobile phone that has . It is a great invention of science.
(b) Don't tell a lie. There is nobody who .
(c) 16th December is observed as the Victory Day every year in Bangladesh. It is really a red-letter
day in our national history because on this day .
(d) He earns such a small amount that . So, he is looking for some additional income.
(e)  because sincerity is the key to success. An insincere person always becomes failure.
(f) You must have confidence in your ability. If you  you will be successful.
(g) The path is not smooth at all. Walk carefully lest .
(h) Rajshahi is famous for mangoes. People go there .
(i) Ice caps are melting. Lower coastal areas will be flooded because of .
(j) Service depends on how much you pay. The more expensive the hotel, the .
39. GAZIPUR CANTONMENT COLLEGE, GAZIPUR2019
 Alamdanga Govt. Degree College, Alamdanga, Chuadanga2018
(a) I think you are not punctual by nature. Be punctual lest .
(b) Time once lost . So never waste a single second.
(c) I don't know why . He is very regular in studies.
(d) No one should put off a work for tomorrow if it is possible to do it today. If we put off our work
for tomorrow .
(e) The honesty of the poor man is beyond doubt. The poor man got a wallet but .
(f) Choosing a companion or a friend is very important in one's life. A man is known by .
(g) It's raining cats and dogs now. We would rather stay here than .
(h) The teacher asked him how . But his answer frustrated him.
(i) Everyone appreciates Tazim for his intelligence. He is so intelligent that .
(j) Our enemy is not strong now. This is high time we .
40. KUSHTIA GOVT. COLLEGE, KUSHTIA2019
 Chattogram Govt. College, Chattogram2018
(a) We have to learn the basic grammatical rules but .
(b) I wish I . I would help the poor with the money.
(c) It is raining heavily. I have taken an umbrella so that .
(d) Ria didn't inform me about the programme. Had I been informed earlier .
(e) Please wait here until . I have an important matter to discuss with you.
(f) Flood is a natural calamity. Neither the government .
(g) Load shedding hampers our normal life. Load shedding occurs when .
(h) The robber was so cruel that .
(i) Avoid reckless driving lest .
(j)  does not bring any good result. So we should work regularly.
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41. MIRZAPUR CADET COLLEGE, TANGAIL2019

(a) You cannot prosper in life unless .
(b)  where there is life there is hope.
(c) Would that I .
(d) Ten years passed since .
(e) A man who leads an idle life .
(f) There is hardly any person .
(g) Would you mind ?
(h) I went to London with a view to .
(i) He underwent hard work in order to .
(j) It is high time .
42. CUMILLA CADET COLLEGE, CUMILLA2019
(a) He was working sincerely so that .
(b) I will keep waiting until .
(c)  let alone enjoying a movie.
(d) It is true that .
(e) I did not like the way he .
(f) He interrupted me while .
(g) He started talking as if .
(h) I could not think of .
(i) He was so grateful .
(j) I wish I .
43. PABNA CADET COLLEGE, PABNA2019
(a) People  are becoming increasingly concerned about corruption.
(b) Governments are starting to react, .
(c) Corruption has to be tackled from the top down and from the bottom up with .
(d) An international response is needed .in this mere singly globalized world as well.
(e) Corruption has plagued the world ever since .
(f) , many of the new developed countries were riddled with corruption.
(g)  to bring the levels down.
(h) Grand corruption typically involves .
(i) Petty corruption involves .
(j) Though corruption is widespread .
44. JHENIDAH CADET COLLEGE2019
(a) Forgetting  is common with most of the students because they memorize without
understanding.
(b) Honest people are always respected by all. You must have honesty if .
(c) Though Bangladesh is a small country. . We are proud of our world heritage sites.
(d) Moral values are essential for building up our character. A person without moral values is .
(e) Education is the process of developing our mind. But many people of our country are too poor
.
(f) There goes a proverb that where . So, to get the way, one should have his will.
(g) "Jibon Theke Neya" is a legendary film based on the Language Movement of 1952. Zahir Raihan
who  made it.
(h) Partho Pratim Majumder is the first Bangladeshi to take up mime as a profession. He got the
scholarship from the French government so that he .
(i) The 16 December is a red letter day. On this day, .
(j) My Test Examination is going on. I have studied sincerely lest .
45. SYLHET CADET COLLEGE, SYLHET2019
(a) Have confidence and work hard. Success will be yours. Nothing is impossible for a man who
.
(b) The boy was indifferent. If he had studied hard, .
(c) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that .
(d) It was a long time since .
(e) I’ve missed the flight. Do you know when ?
(f) Corruption is the main hindrance to development. It is high time we .
(g) I went to book fair. Had you requested me, I .
(h) My mother woke me up. She told me that I would miss the train unless .
(i) My childhood was full of happiness. Would that .
(j) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be punctual lest .
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46. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, DHAKA2019

(a) Please remember that I can't do the work alone. I will do every work provided .
(b) There goes the proverb, "United we stand, divided we fall". Unless we are united .
(c) Your father is looking for you. He will not accept your stay in the field playing so late. It is high
time .
(d) You are going to London by plane. Write your name and address on your bag in case .
(e) The bus stopped. No sooner had the passengers seen the bus than .
(f) I wish . Then I could take care of the helpless people.
(g) There was a little rain yesterday. If it rained heavily, .
(h) I don't like her at all. She speaks as if .
(i) I lived in Cox's Bazar when . I used to go to the beach everyday.
(j) The bridge grew old. The villagers repaired it lest .
47. RAJUK UTTARA MODEL COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
(a) We were stuck in a terrible traffic jam. No sooner had we reached the station .
(b) Student politics, nowadays, has become a serious issue. It is high time .
(c) Book fair is an attraction for the city dwellers. Booklovers gather in the fair so that .
(d) Our new classmate is very amiable. She behaves in such a manner as if .
(e) I woke up late on the exam day. So, I ran hurriedly lest .
(f) The students were inattentive in their English class. If they were more attentive, .
(g) How time does fly! Five years have passed since .
(h) This year there was moderate rain. We shall get bumper crops provided that .
(i) Our college has the best teachers of the country. The teachers are not only highly educated
.
(j) I have a strong desire to fly in the blue sky like a free bird. Had I got the wings of a bird, .
48. VIQARUNNISA NOON COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
(a) Yesterday a boy came to me. He said that . So, I gave him a shirt and some money.
(b) Sometimes we fail to answer the questions . Only Karim hardly fails to do so. He is the best
boy in the class.
(c) This place is memorable in my life. It is the place .
(d) You have failed in the exam. You could pass .
(e) Rafiq has left just few minutes ago. If you arrived a little earlier .
(f) Sonia is a good singer. She sings so beautifully that .
(g) The departure time of the train was approaching. So he walked fast lest .
(h) I need a reliable and dutiful person since . I shall give you the task.
(i) Earthquake can visit Dhaka at any time. We have to be alert .
(j) The boy , is my brother. He gets up early in the morning.
49. IDEAL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MOTIJHEEL, DHAKA2019
(a) It is said that youth is .
(b) In other words, youth is called .
(c) In youth, the mind is so soft .
(d) At this time, there is not only physical strength .
(e) This is the period when .
(f) If we lose the morning hours of life, .
(g) We will reap good harvest if .
(h) On the other hand, if we remain lazy, .
(i) During this period of time, a youth should struggle a lot with a view to .,
(j) In fact, a youth can have the confidence which .
50. DHAKA CITY COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
(a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because . It is our Mother Language Day.
(b) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since .
(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to .
(d) Unity is strength. United we stand, .
(e) We are closely related to our environment. We should keep the environment free from pollution
so that .
(f) He runs very fast. Last year he  that other competitors were left far behind.
(g) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time .
(h) There are a good number of reasons why . That English is a foreign language is the main
reason.
(i) You must have confidence in your ability. If you , you will be successful.
(j) Life should not be considered . It is full of sorrows and sufferings.
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03 Key to Completing Sentences

1. (a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because on this day some of our patriotic sons
accepted martyrdom to establish Bangla as a state language.
(b) A railway station is the place where trains stop for the passengers to get on or get down.
(c) I am used to rising very early in the morning.
(d) He behaves as though he were an MBBS.
(e) Unless you are united, you are sure to lag behind.
(f) I studied hard lest I should fail to make a good result.
(g) I have to put on warm clothes so that I can save myself from coldness.
(h) There goes a proverb, "What is lotted, cannot be blotted ."
(i) Speak the truth or you will be dishonoured.
(j) It is high time we took strong initiative against this pollution.
2. (a) Scarcely had I seen the accident when I rushed to help the injured persons.
(b) The villagers repaired it lest it might collapse and become impassable.
(c) Despite having vast wealth, he is not happy.
(d) He could pass if he had studied more diligently.
(e) He is out of the office since you last saw him two hours ago.
(f) Climate change is so alarming that immediate action is necessary to cope with the situation.
(g) Irfan heard a knock at the door while he was going to bed at dead of night.
(h) An airport is a place where airplanes take off, land, and facilitate the movement of passengers
across different locations.
(i) It is high time the authority took strict measures.
(j) A proverb goes that a stich in time saves nine.
3. (a) If I find any good hotel, I will reserve it for you.
(b) I would understand the lecture better if the teacher made it a little easier.
(c) If I were she, I would go to the St. Martin's.
(d) The climate is getting hotter because of greenhouse effect.
(e) Whenever I go out for a walk, I see beggars on the street.
(f) I shall stay here until you come back.
(g) The shoes were so expensive that I couldn't buy them.
(h) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to hear properly.
(i) We hired a bus so that we could travel around the city.
(j) As I've already completed my studies, I will find a job.
4. (a) Despite the foggy weather, he was ready to drive on hilly roads.
(b) None can receive any reward unless he works hard. Hence we should work hard to succeed in
life.
(c) It is not good to keep association with bad companions.
(d) If I had a camera, I would capture the scene.
(e) He was only four when he came to the orphanage.
(f) It is high time we took effecive measures to reduce road accidents.
(g) The heat of the sun is so unberable that no player agreed to continue the game.
(h) I studied hard lest I should fail in the examination.
(i) Had you gone there I would have enjoyed the occasion with you.
(j) It is a process of expanding trade and commerce all over the world.
5. (a) Only if bamboo can be moved to higher elevation, pandas will stand a chance of survival in
their habitats.
(b) The sooner you book the ticket, the better it will be far you.
(c) Now that she was so nervous, she could not answer any question asked by the interviewers.
(d) Making journey by a local train gives no pleasure.
(e) As the countries differ, so do the cultures and customs of their people.
(f) But for his help I could not get out of danger.
(g) It is high time we cultivated this virtue.
(h) The poem is too easy for us to forget.
(i) I am used to getting up from bed at 6 o'clock everyday.
(j) What is lotted cannot be blotted.
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6. (a) We were careful so that our cactus plants might grow well.
(b) By working hard and being determined firmly, a man can be successful.
(c) We all know the proverb, “United we stand, divided we fall.
(d) Without stopping dropout, we cannot expect to get massive development of the state.
(e) I will be very busy today, but you can pass any message to my younger brother in case you are
in need of any things.
(f) It is high time we started working unitedly for our motherland.
(g) They did it so that they could leave an independent country for the people.
(h) He never buys anything if it is not extremely essential.
(i) The proverb says, "A man is known by his friends".
(j) We have to work hard if we want to be successful.
7. (a) He behaves as though he were an MBBS.
(b) Barely had we started to eat when the rain started.
(c) They were wasting time in idleness so that they could fail to get a good mark in the final exam.
(d) Had I been there, I wouldn't have recognized him.
(e) Ayub Khan promised that the winners of the elections will form government but he declared
Martial Law.
(f) If the ozone layer collapses, many plants would die.
(g) Barely had we started to eat when the door-bell rang harshly.
(h) If she had informed of me earlier about it, I would have attended her program.
(i) They should not waste their time idly so that they could fail to get a good mark in the final
exam.
(j) Save something lest you should face crisis of money.
8. (a) He studies medicine so that he may serve the distressed people.
(b) It was five years since we had last met.
(c) He came to me with a view to getting some financial help.
(d) The box was too heavy for me to carry alone.
(e) Had you requested me, I would have bought the things for you.
(f) Scarcely had I heard the news when I burst into tears.
(g) Had I the power of being invisible, I would have gone anywhere I like.
(h) It is high time we stopped using fossil fuel.
(i) But yesterday in a party he acted as if he were an apprentice in flute piping.
(j) Religious people believe that all will have to account for their deeds to the almighty.
9. (a) Were I a scientist, I would invent an anti-dote to cancer.
(b) The garbage piled on the road is so stinky that passers-by feel very uncomfortable while
crossing it.
(c) I took the price off it so that she did not feel uncomfortable.
(d) It's not cold now, but take your coat with you in case severe cold begins.
(e) It is high time you gave up smoking cigarettes.
(f) If I had enough space, I could make a bigger garden.
(g) That he is a liar is known to all.
(h) It is high time we taught our children about the importance of morality.
(i) Barely had he learnt about his result when he burst into tears.
(j) She had been married off before she attained maturity.
10. (a) Hardly had he reached the station when the train left.
(b) He is tall enough to touch it.
(c) The weather was so cold that we could not go outside.
(d) You’re not going out until you have finished reading the essay.
(e) If she posts the letter now, her parents may not know the incident today.
(f) The teacher spoke loudly so that all the students could hear him.
(g) I would have taken some pictures If I had a camera.
(h) Tired as she was she continued to study late at night.
(i) You know that too many cooks spoil the broth.
(j) No sooner did we reach there than the function ended.
11. (a) Do you know where he lives?
(b) It flies from flower to flower so that it can collect nectar.
(c) It is many years since he left Bangladesh.
(d) The sooner we get up the more he can enjoy the day.
(e) We all should come forward with a view to solving these problems one by one.
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(f) He entered a university when he was 19 years old.

(g) There is a wise saying that united we stand, divided we fall.
(h) Women who are helpless and shelterless should not be ignored.
(i) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to hear properly.
(j) But he refused to go with me there.
12. (a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving the sick people.
(b) A railway station is the place where trains regularly stop so that passengers can get on or off.
(c) She said, “It is high time we left the place.”
(d) I am used to getting up early and having a walk in the morning.
(e) He who follows two hares catches neither.
(a) She read English lest she should fail to communicate with foreign traders.
(b) Had I been proposed to go there, I would have accepted it quickly.
(c) Now, it is high time for us to develop our country wholeheartedly.
(d) He spoke as though he had entered every branch of knowledge.
(e) It was long since she had died.
13. (a) Spring is the time when cuckoos coo.
(b) As she is firmly determined, she will succeed in life.
(c) Walk carefully lest you should fall down.
(d) I don't understand why you waste your time.
(e) We just can't do what we are disallowed to do to keep social peace and order.
(f) So, to keep pace with the process of globalization we should learn English.
(g) I am used to getting up early in the morning.
(h) If you want to lose weight you will have to control diet and take physical exercise regularly.
(i) They do not know how to read or write.
(j) No progress is possible without the participation of women in development work.
14. (a) The man who has given you the news is a liar.
(b) One cannot do whatever he likes.
(c) Walk fast lest the first class should be missed.
(d) A stitch in time saves nine.
(e) She was, in fact, a woman of forty.
(f) Had we been able to use them properly, we would have become wealthy.
(g) He was hanged after the order had been given by the court.
(h) He got sidelined with injury even before he took part in the competition.
(i) To tell the truth misfortune never comes alone.
(j) If she had studied more seriously, she would have got GPA 5 in the exam.
15. (a) He practices geometry a lot so that he can do well in it.
(b) It was five years since we had met last.
(c) The man is too dishonest to speak the truth.
(d) I will take care of you after I have finished my study.
(e) Allah helps those who help themselves.
(f) I feel sleepy during class/so I will not watch more TV.
(g) It is a public place where goods are bought and sold by the villagers.
(h) Are you strong enough to carry it alone?
(i) Whenever he speaks in English he makes silly mistakes.
(j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit is easy to do but it is difficult to give them up.
16. (a) The bus was so small that it could not take all the passengers waiting there.
(b) It is high time we curbed corruption.
(c) Had he studied seriously, he could have done well in examination.
(d) He walks fast lest he should miss the train.
(e) It was too difficult for them to answer it accurately.
(f) We must work hard so that we can succeed in life.
(g) Would that I could be a child again!
(h) It was long since I had met him.
(i) Five years have passed since I met him.
(j) If I knew it I would have told him about it.
17. (a) Despite his best efforts to conceal his anger he failed to keep his cool.
(b) I felt somewhat more released when my friends accompanied me in that tough situation.
(c) Although he is reputed for making very candid statements, his recent remarks on his friend's
scandal is quite diplomatic.
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(d) He tames animals because he likes to keep them as pets.

(e) The officer who has neglected to file his income tax returns had to face departmental
punishment.
(f) "No, she is not attending the party until you call her."
(g) So, acquire knowledge if you want to be wise.
(h) He began to think how he would save his kingdom from the enemies.
(i) So, he could not but buy a new dress for her.
(j) Despite being a millionaire, Mr Ahmed hates wasting money.
18. (a) I don't know whether he will come here today.
(b) But unfortunately the bus left.
(c) I purchase books whenever I get opportunity.
(d) The passengers were waiting at the stoppage. They got into the bus as soon as the bus reached
the stoppage.
(e) So you should make proper use of time if you want to succeed.
(f) If I had known his name, I would have called him to come here.
(g) The warmer the weather, the better I feel.
(h) Do you know the proverb, “All’s well that ends well."
(i) Students should read textbooks again and again with a view to doing well in examination.
(j) I can give you it provided you return it to me within four days.
19. (a) It should be stopped so that sustainable economic development can be ensured.
(b) In Bangladesh, paying dowry is a common practice although it is a punishable crime.
(c) Therefore, we should not sit idle but try our best.
(d) Since he was sincere, he could secure first place in the Exam.
(e) Yesterday he had an accident while he was going to market to shop.
(f) Hardly had he seen his friend when he embraced him.
(g) It is a long time since we met last.
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to achieving success in life.
(i) I was too young to say 'no' to a woman.
(j) He has to study regularly lest he should fail in the examination.
20. (a) He came here with a view to saving me from the danger.
(b) The box was too heavy for me to carry.
(c) But the person who contributes to social change is remembered by all.
(d) My friend lived in New Zealand. It was many years since we met last.
(e) Had I known his phone number I would have communicated with him.
(f) Walk fast lest we should miss the class.
(g) There goes a proverb that time and tide wait for none.
(h) If I knew his mobile number I would phone him.
(i) Though Bangladesh is a small country it/she has three World Heritage Sites.
(j) 1971 is the year when we got freedom through a sanguinary war.
21. (a) We have to be alert in the event of earthquake.
(b) It needs skill and competence to overcome the challenge of this age/to keep pace with the
challenge of this age.
(c) The drivers who are desperate/who don't follow the rules have an overtaking tendency.
(d) It is raining heavily.
(e) There are some people who never stick to anything.
(f) We have to learn the basic grammatical rules but we do not know how to learn them smoothly.
(g) I wish I were a multimillionaire.
(h) I have taken an umbrella so that I might save myself from being drenched.
(i) Had I been informed earlier I would have attended the programme.
(j) Please wait here until I come back.
22. (a) Without learning English you cannot get a good job.
(b) It is high time we curbed corruption.
(c) But it has some demerits too.
(d) He came to me with a view to getting some financial help.
(e) I will go to college after I have finished my study.
(f) Whenever he goes to the book fair, he buys books of different categories.
(g) It is high time you gave up smoking cigarettes.
(h) She loved to live among the poor villagers so that they might have some happiness.
(i) We saw a snake while we were walking through the jungle.
(j) There is nobody who can escape death.
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23. (a) If he had invited me, I could have travelled abroad.

(b) Hardly had I got into the train, when the train started.
(c) As it is raining in torrents, we cannot go out.
(d) I went to the library in order that I could collect some reference books.
(e) I fancy I turned a little pale.
(f) Be punctual lest you should fail in the examination.
(g) Do you know when the next train will come?
(h) As soon as I saw him, he ran away.
(i) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I see him absent/missing.
(j) We must work hard so that we can overcome the obstacles.
24. (a) A man cannot succeed in life unless he is industrious.
(b) He studies medicine so that he can be a specialist in it.
(c) I was too young to say 'no' to a woman.
(d) If you maintain honesty, you will be rewarded here and hereafter.
(e) There is hardly anyone who does not love flowers.
(f) But dishonest people cut trees so that they can make money by selling it.
(g) There is hardly any person who does not love flowers.
(h) We should not give importance to all the comments.
(i) He is so young that he cannot lead himself alone.
(j) If you had not frightened the dog, it would not have attacked you.
25. (a) I will do every work provided that I get help.
(b) Unless we are united, we can be vulnerable.
(c) It is high time you returned home.
(d) Write your name and the address on your bag in case you face difficulty finding it..
(e) Birds can fly because they have wings.
(f) So he climbed up a tree lest he should be attacked by the bear.
(g) I will wait here until the rain stops.
(h) Tears were rolling down on her face while watching the movie.
(i) I know she’ll want to carry on playing, if she can.
(j) Even if he had money, he couldn't have bought one.
26. (a) Industry is the key to success.
(b) It is high time you gave up smoking.
(c) But it has some demerits too.
(d) He came here with a view to saving me from the danger.
(e) Since it was raining highly we could not go outside.
(f) You cannot pass in the exam unless you study attentively.
(g) Be punctual lest you should lag behind.
(h) If I had been hungry, I would have taken food.
(i) I wish I could fly in the sky like a bird.
(j) He is satisfied with what he has.
27. (a) If he gets financial help, he can receive higher education.
(b) He would understand it better if the teacher gave him extra time individually.
(c) If I were a bird, I could fly in the sky.
(d) Lower coastal area will be flooded because of rising sea level/global warming.
(e) Whenever Ripa gets up early, she gets enough time to prepare her lessons.
(f) The passengers will wait until the bus gets mechanically prepared for the journey.
(g) The ox was so gentle that it did not make any aggression to see anyone.
(h) The weather was too hot for one to go outside.
(i) People go there to buy mangoes.
(j) As it is winter, the environment is frosty and misty.
28. (a) One must go to bed early so that s/he can enjoy a healthier life.
(b) The poem was too difficult for the student to make out.
(c) Climate change is so alarming that it can eventually make the world inhabitable.
(d) It is high time we stopped all types of deforestation.
(e) She went to the headmistress with a view to discussing about the problem but she could not as
she was very busy.
(f) He behaves as if he were an MBBS.
(g) Would that I could be a child again.
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(h) There are a good number of reasons why students fail to do well in English.
(i) Call me in case you feel any emergency.
(j) All the employees want to be promoted to higher position.
29. (a) But her over population can be turned into human resources if they are properly trained.
(b) One cannot command the respect of others unless he is truthful.
(c) I studied hard lest I should fail in the exam.
(d) So, if we miss any opportunity, we have to repent in the long run.
(e) He cannot do whatever he likes.
(f) If he does not follow the social rules, he will face various problems.
(g) So, we should bear in mind that we should eat a balanced diet to remain healthy.
(h) If we want good health, we should follow some rules of health.
(i) The fact is that they do not know how to choose a balanced diet from the foods that are
available to them.
(j) One of the main reasons of malnutrition is that they do not get adequate nutrients from their
diet.
30. (a) We must work hard so that we can gain success in life.
(b) Would that I were a child again.
(c) It was long since we had met each other.
(d) Five years have passed since he left the country.
(e) If I had known anything, I would have told him about it.
(f) The poem was too difficult for us to understand.
(g) It is high time they stopped this evil practice.
(h) If I had a camera, I could go to different places for photography.
(i) I will join you after I have completed my homework.
(j) You will suffer unless you are careful of overeating.
31. (a) Do you know when the next train will come?
(b) As soon as I saw him he ran away.
(c) Though she was late, she could participate in the competition.
(d) He must work if he really wants to see prosperity.
(e) I usually avoid going to a long drive.
(f) As it is a difficult task, he did not dare to do this single-handed.
(g) If you saw it, you could not but praise it.
(h) We must work hard so that we can overcome these obstacles.
(i) We have to wait to start the journey until the sun rises.
(j) You had better consult a doctor.
32. (a) Be punctual lest you should lag behind in life.
(b) Nobody can succeed in life without being punctual.
(c) Time is so valuable that nothing is comparable to it.
(d) You could not get A+ provided that you idled away your time.
(e) I would lend him, if I had any.
(f) Would you mind taking a cup of tea?
(g) One cannot do well in the exam unless one studies attentively.
(h) We read with a view to knowing about something/increasing our knowledge.
(i) If you had wanted me to go, I would have gone.
(j) Do you know where he lives?
33. (a) Mr. Ant worked hard during the summer so that he could spend the winter without any want of
food.
(b) It is high time we got united.
(c) If we cut trees at random, we will face a major issue/crisis in future.
(d) You could keep fit/You would be fit if you took regular physical exercise.
(e) Save money lest you should face crisis of money.
(f) Do you know when the next train will come?
(g) Her voice was too low to hear.
(h) He could have made a glorious result if he had studied hard.
(i) Would that I could be a child again.
(j) Five years passed since we had met.
34. (a) If you work hard, you will prosper in life.
(b) It is high time we raised our voice against corruption.
(c) When I was a child I used to play with toys.
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(d) Had I the wings of a bird.

(e) Work hard lest you should fail to shine in life.
(f) If you take regular exercise you can enjoy a sound health.
(g) A proverb goes that honesty is the best policy.
(h) You cannot prosper in life unless you make the proper use of time.
(i) They supply oxygen without which we cannot survive at all.
(j) A person is known by the company he keeps.
35. (a) A good citizen is an asset to his/her country.
(b) A good citizen means a person having sensibility of performing his/her duties and
responsibilities to the country.
(c) If every citizen renders their duties and responsibilities properly the condition of the country
must be improved.
(d) But if the citizens do otherwise, we are bound to suffer a lot.
(e) At the same time the citizens must be conscious and active enough to enjoy their rights.
(f) With a view to making good citizens, we must educate our children.
(g) Educated people who achieve the fullest development of body, mind and soul together can
realize what is good.
(h) Politically conscious people can realize democracy in our country.
(i) In our country democracy cannot get flourished and successful without removing illiteracy.
(j) So, people of all walks of life should co-operate with the government in order to ensure
democracy and its values.
36. (a) It is time the government took steps to free us from this worry.
(b) 1564 is the year when Shakespeare was born.
(c) As soon as the teacher entered the class, they became silent.
(d) You have to wait until I come back.
(e) They are too poor to buy food.
(f) He who is taken by anger causes a lot of troubles.
(g) The more he gets, the more he wants.
(h) I will agree to go provided you give me the travel fare.
(i) It was many days since he had come to Bangladesh to visit his family.
(j) If he had known the matter earlier he would have taken action.
37. (a) As an HSC candidate, he should read properly so that he can make a good result.
(b) He is walking very slowly lest he should stumble down.
(c) So I have to go to airport with a view to receiving him.
(d) If he memorizes the answer without knowing the meaning, he will fail to understand the topic.
(e) It is high time we raised our voice against corruption.
(f) Her salary is higher than mine although I am more dedicated than her.
(g) Allah will have mercy on us as long as we show mercy to His creatures.
(h) The match will take place outdoors whether it rains or not.
(i) He is too dull to solve an easy puzzle.
(j) If he had invited me, I would have joined the party.
38. (a) It is mobile phone that has been part and parcel of our life.
(b) There is nobody who trusts a liar.
(c) It is really a red-letter day in our national history because on this day we achieved
independence.
(d) He earns such a small amount that he cannot maintain his family.
(e) We should be sincere because sincerity is the key to success.
(f) If you are confident you will be successful.
(g) Walk carefully lest you should fall down/you should get injured.
(h) People go there to collect/enjoy sweet mangoes.
(i) Lower coastal areas will be flooded because of the melting of ice caps due to global warming.
(j) The more expensive the hotel, the better service you get.
39. (a) Be punctual lest you should lag behind in life.
(b) Time once lost is lost foreover.
(c) I don't know why he failed in English.
(d) If we put off our work for tomorrow we may not get time to do it any more.
(e) The poor man got a wallet but he returned it to its owner.
(f) A man is known by the company he keeps.
(g) We would rather stay here than go outside in the rain.
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(h) The teacher asked him how he can do well in the exam.
(i) He is so intelligent that he can solve the most difficult problems.
(j) This is high time we attacked our enemy.
40. (a) We have to learn the basic grammatical rules but we should not restrict ourselves in rules only.
(b) I wish I could win a lottery of 50 lakh taka.
(c) I have taken an umbrella so that I don't get drenched.
(d) Had I been informed earlier I could have participated in the programme.
(e) Please wait here until I return.
(f) Neither the government nor people can do anything to stop it.
(g) Load shedding occurs when the demand of electricity surpasses the supply.
(h) The robber was so cruel that he did not even spare the infant.
(i) Avoid reckless driving lest you should cause a street accident.
(j) Irregular work does not bring any good result.
41. (a) You cannot prosper in life unless you work hard.
(b) A proverb goes that where there is life there is hope.
(c) Would that I could be a child again.
(d) Ten years passed since his father had died.
(e) A man who leads an idle life cannot be successful in life.
(f) There is hardly any person who does not like winter date juice.
(g) Would you mind closing the door?
(h) I went to London with a view to receiving a Ph.D. degree.
(i) He underwent hard work in order to shine in life.
(j) It is high time we stopped corruption.
42. (a) He was working sincerely so that he might get a good result.
(b) I will keep waiting until you come back.
(c) He doesn't listen to music let alone enjoying a movie.
(d) It is true that honesty is the best policy.
(e) I did not like the way he behaved with the guests.
(f) He interrupted me while I was talking about him.
(g) He started talking as if he had known everything.
(h) I could not think of dining at expensive restaurants.
(i) He was so grateful that everyone praised him.
(j) I wish I were a child again.
43. (a) People from all avenues of life are becoming increasingly concerned about corruption.
(b) Governments are starting to react, but they should work more efficiently to tackle corruption.
(c) Corruption has to be tackled from the top down and from the bottom up with a strict hand.
(d) An international response is needed to minimize corruption in this mere singly globalized world
as well.
(e) Corruption has plagued the world ever since I was a young boy.
(f) During twentieth century, many of the new developed countries were riddled with corruption.
(g) It is high time we did something to bring the levels down.
(h) Grand corruption typically involves the highest levels of the government.
(i) Petty corruption involves the grass-root levels.
(j) Though corruption is widespread, the govt. can minimize it if they try sincerely.
44. (a) Forgetting the memorized lesson is common with most of the students.
(b) You must have honesty if you want to be respected.
(c) Though Bangladesh is a small country, she has three World Heritage Sites.
(d) A person without moral values is not better than a beast.
(e) But many people of our country are too poor to afford their children's education.
(f) There goes a proverb that where there is a will, there is a way.
(g) Zahir Raihan who is a martyred intellectual made it.
(h) He got the scholarship from the French government so that he could develop himself as a better
mime artist.
(i) On this day, we achieved victory over the brutal Pakistani rule.
(j) I have studied sincerely lest I should fail to make my desired result.
45. (a) Nothing is impossible for a man who works hard and confidently.
(b) If he had studied hard, he could have done well in the exam.
(c) We must work hard so that we can overcome the obstacles.
(d) It was a long time since we had met last.
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(e) Do you know when the next flight is?

(f) It is high time we raised our voice against corruption.
(g) Had you requested me, I would have bought some books for you.
(h) She told me that I would miss the train unless I got up quickly.
(i) Would that I could get back my childhood.
(j) Be punctual lest you should fail in the exam.
46. (a) I will do every work provided that you give me some assistants/helpers/co-workers.
(b) Unless we are united we shall be vulnerable/we will fall into many problems.
(c) It is high time you changed your habit/you returned home.
(d) Write your name and address on your bag in case you lose it.
(e) No sooner had the passengers seen the bus than they started jumping onto it/they started
hustling to get in.
(f) I wish I had a lot of money/I were a millionaire.
(g) If it rained heavily, I would take a leave/it would lessen the heat.
(h) She speaks as if she knew everything.
(i) I lived in Cox's Bazar when I was a child.
(j) The villagers repaired it lest it should break down.
47. (a) No sooner had we reached the station than the train left.
(b) It is high time the govt banned student politics.
(c) Booklovers gather in the fair so that they can buy their favourite books.
(d) She behaves in such a manner as if she were one of our old friends.
(e) So, I ran hurriedly lest I should/might fail to reach the exam hall in time.
(f) If they were more attentive, they could be more interested in English.
(g) Five years have passed since we met each other for the last time.
(h) We shall get bumper crops provided that there is no natural disaster.
(i) The teachers are not only highly educated but also earnestly sincere in their duty.
(j) Had I got the wings of a bird, I would have been able to fly in the blue sky.
48. (a) He said that he needed help/he did not eat anything.
(b) Sometimes we fail to answer the questions asked by our teachers.
(c) It is the place where I spent my childhood.
(d) You could pass if you studied regularly.
(e) If you arrived a little earlier you would catch him.
(f) She sings so beautifully that the audience gets amused/fascinated.
(g) So he walked fast lest he should miss the train.
(h) I need a reliable and dutiful person since the task is urgent.
(i) We have to be alert so that we can minimize losses.
(j) The boy who got the prize, is my brother.
49. (a) It is said that youth is the golden season of life.
(b) In other words, youth is called the seedtime of life.
(c) In youth, the mind is so soft that it can be shaped into any form.
(d) At this time, there is not only physical strength but also mental/spiritual power.
(e) This is the period when we learn to distinguish between right and wrong.
(f) If we lose the morning hours of life, we shall repent afterwards.
(g) We will reap good harvest if we sow good seeds in this time.
(h) On the other hand, if we remain lazy, we cannot prosper/shine in future.
(i) During this period of time, a youth should struggle a lot with a view to getting
success/moulding his life according to his dream.
(j) In fact, a youth can have the confidence which is a must to get success in life.
50. (a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because on this day in 1952 we achieved Bangla as
our mother tongue.
(b) It is many years since he left the country.
(c) He came to me with a view to seeking a job.
(d) Unity is strength. United we stand divided we fall.
(e) We should keep the environment free from pollution so that we may live a healthy life.
(f) Last year he ran so fast that other competitors were left far behind.
(g) It is high time we showed patriotism in our deeds and words.
(h) There are a good number of reasons why students do badly in the exam in English.
(i) If you do any work confidently, you will be successful.
(j) Life should not be considered a bed of roses.
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USING CORRECT
04 FORM OF VERBS

Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and
Ques.
context. 0.5  14 = 7

1. SHARIATPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, SHARIATPUR2018

English is now (a)  (use) as a common language for global communication. It (b)  (recognize)
as an international language. We can't help (c)  (rely) on English (d)  (communicate) with the
rest of the world. English (e)  (is) important (f)  (maintain) our communication with our
development partners. A good command of English as well as regular practices (g)  (be) essential
for good communication. We (h)  (provide) with the scope of (i)  (enjoy) the best books of the
world through English. 80% information of all the computers (j)  (be) in English. With a view to
(k)  (acquaint) with the latest technology we (l)  (know) English. Now English (m)  (belong)
to the British or Americans but a language that (n)  (belong) to the world's people.
2. DHAKA COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
Time and tide (a)  (wait) for none. It (b)  (go) on and on. It (c)  (not, take) any rest. It (d)
 (be) never constant. Time once (e)  (go) is gone forever. Lost health may be (f)  (regain) by
medicine and proper caring and nursing, lost wealth by dint of hard labour but (g)  (loss) time
cannot be (h)  (recover) by any means because nobody (i)  (stop) the ceaseless onward march
of time. Success in life (j)  (depend) on the best use of time. If we (k)  (make) a proper division
of our time and (l)  (do) our duties accordingly, we (m)  (be) sure that we would be able to
march in life and (n)  (reach) the cherished goal of our life.
3. BARGUNA GOVT. COLLEGE, BARGUNA2019
A man (a)  (not, live) alone. He always (b)  (need) companion. He has (c)  (express) his
thoughts, ideas and (d)  (feel) to others while the others (e)  (be) of the same needs. They (f)
 (be) also in need of others for (g)  (ensure) their safety and mutual help. So human beings
are bound (h)  (live) together (i)  (make) an institution that (j)  (call) society. Society (k)
 (be) the first organization that (l)  (make) by our primitive ancestors. They (m)  (be) the
first to contribute to (n)  (build) up the civilization.
4. RAJBARI GOVT. COLLEGE, RAJBARI2019
After (a)  (stay) in England for two months Gulliver (b)  (undertake) his next sea voyage which
(c)  (take) him to a land of giants (d)  (call) Brobdingnag. Here he (e)  (discover) by a field
worker who (f)  (sell) him to the queen. The queen (g)  (entertain) by his musical talent. The
physicality of the Brobdingnagins (h)  (repulse) Gulliver. The ignorance of the people (i) 
(startle) him. Even the king (j)  (not, know) anything about politics. Many insects (k) 
(endanger) his life here. Gulliver (l)  (leave) Brobdingnag when his cage (m)  (pluck) up by an
eagle and (n)  (drop) into the sea.
5. SYLHET CADET COLLEGE, SYLHET2019
Real Estate groups and various private organizations as well as some influential persons (a) 
(encroach) the lakes and canals in Dhaka city and (b)  (build) huge installations. Thus they (c)
 (change) city’s landscape and (d)  (pose) dangers and miseries for the city dwellers during
rainy season. Illegal concrete structures (e)  (build) by occupying many wetlands and low-lying
lands though they (f)  (protect) by law. But these grabbers (g)  (show) their thumbs to law
and by (h)  (bribe) the corrupt officials of RAJUK manage (i)  (occupy) them for years. City
planners and urban experts (j)  (express) their concern over these illegal structures by (k) 
(grab) wetlands and low-lying lands but things go on (l)  (unchanged). The remaining canals and
lakes (m)  (die) slowly as grabbing (n)  (increase) more rapidly.
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6. MILESTONE COLLEGE, UTTARA, DHAKA2019

It is popularly (a)  (believe) and (b)  (appreciate) that no nation (c)  (think) of its
development without (d)  (involve) women in development process. Women of our country (e) 
(constitute) the 50% of the total population. So, there (f)  (be) no denying that they (g)  (play)
a significant role in the development of the country. Just a few days ago, women (h)  (be) not
allowed to come outside and (i)  (participate) in the economic affairs. Society could only (j) 
(allow) them in the role of a primary level teacher and a nurse. Now, (k)  (educate) women have (l)
 (prove) their ability as well as talent. Illiterate women are also (m)  (make) their contribution
in (n)  (develop) of the country.
7. CUMILLA CADET COLLEGE, CUMILLA2019
“Newspaper (a)  (be) the people’s parliament.” The newspaper (b)  (play) a vital role in modern
civilization. It (c)  (say) to be the mirror of the world. We (d)  (have) the habit of (e)  (read)
a newspaper daily. It (f)  (help) us (g)  (acquire) general knowledge which (h)  (be)
essential for our education. Nobody (i)  (keep) contact with the world outside without (j) 
(read) a newspaper. Mere bookish knowledge (k)  (be) not sufficient in the struggle of life. A man
who (l)  (not, read) a newspaper daily is like a frog in a narrow well. (m)  (be) ignorant of
current topics, he (n)  (not, take) part in the talks and discussions in an enlightened society.
8. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (a)  (be) born at Tungipara in the district of Gopalganj.
His parents used to (b)  (call) him Khoka. He (c)  (spend) his childhood in Tungipara. At the
age of seven, Mujib (d)  (begin) his schooling at Gimadanga Primary School. At nine, he (e) 
(admit) to class three at Gopalganj Public School. Subsequently, he (f)  (transfer) to a local
missionary school. Mujib (g)  (force) to stop (h)  (study) for a while, as at the age of fourteen,
one of his eyes had to (i)  (operate) on. Mujib (j)  (return) to school after a break of four years,
(k)  (occasion) by the severity of the eye opration. At eighteen, Mujib (l)  (marry) Begum
Fazilatunnesa. They subsequently (m)  (become) the happy parents of five children. Except their
two daughters, all their family members (n)  (kill) on 15 August 1975.
9. Life is full of actions and man's worth (a)  (determine) by his actions. It is his action which (b)
 (differentiate) him from other creatures of the planet. Action (c)  (enable) him to better his
own quality of life, by (d)  (engage) in some professions, so that the society as a whole (e) 
(get) the fruit of his labour. All work (f)  (dignify), for it is better than (g)  (be) on debts or at
someone else's mercy. Not only (h)  (do) an occupation (i)  (help) us to live a life with dignity
and esteem but also to stay away from worry and boredom. This is so because work (j) 
(generate) optimism and optimism cannot but (k)  (make) life pleasant. Ordinary people (l) 
(rise) to great heights by (m)  (excel) in their work. We have such illustrious examples of Florence
Nightingale, Mother Teresa and thousands of others. They (n)  (become) immortal by their sheer
dint of hard work and devotion.
10. Congratulations for (a)  (score) a good result in the examination. I (b)  (be) now in Chattogram.
Next week I (c)  (go) to Dhaka. Then I (d)  (meet) you. You (e)  (choose) your career? I
think you should (f)  (depend) on yourself for your own choice. If I (g)  (be) you, I (h)  (like)
to be an agriculturist. Ours (i)  (be) an agricultural country. Most of the farmers (j)  (educate).
They not (k)  (know) how to cultivate good crops. They still depend on the plough. If they (l) 
(give) scientific instruments, they (m)  (grow) more crops. Then our country (n)  (will) self-
sufficient in food.
11. A proverb (a)  (go) that time and tide wait for none. Since the dawn of civilization, time is (b) 
(move). It (c)  (take) any rest. It is never constant. Time once gone is (d)  (go) forever. Lost
health (e)  (regain) by medicine and proper caring and nursing. Lost time cannot be (f) 
(recover) by any means because nobody (g)  (stop) the ceaseless onward march of time. Life (h)
 (be) nothing but the sum total of some moments. So, everybody should (i)  (utilize) every
moment of his life. But everyone (j)  (do) so. Only a few people (k)  (make) proper use of time
and they can (l)  (rise) to the pinnacles of glory by (m)  (overcome) the problems of life in this
world. We (n)  (follow) them.
12. Gazi Pir (a)  (be) a Muslim saint who (b)  (say) to (c)  (spread) Islam in the parts of Bengal
close to the Sundarbans. He (d)  (credit) with many miracles. He (e)  (depict) in Paats or
scroll. According to some stories he (f)  (fight) with many crocodiles by which people of that
region (g)  (threaten). Because of his vigilant presence all predatory animals (h)  say to (i) 
(keep) within bounds. It (j)  (believe) that he (k)  (enable) people to live there in peace. So
people (l)  (pray) to him for protection. The story of Gazi Pir (m)  (preserve) in folk literature
as well as art and (n)  (perform) in indigenous theater.
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13. (a)  (be) successful in a job interview, the applicant (b)  (demonstrate) certain personal and
professional qualities. In as much as the first and often lasting impression of a person (c) 
(determine) by the clothes he (d)  (wear), the job applicant should take care (e)  (appear) well-
groomed and modestly dressed, (f)  (avoid) the extremes of too elaborate or too casual an attire.
Besides care for personal appearance, he (g)  (pay) close attention to his manner of speaking,
which (h)  (be) neither ostentatious nor familiar, but rather straight forward, grammatically
accurate, and friendly. In addition, he should (i)  (prepare) to talk knowledgeably about the
requirements of the position for which he (j)  (apply) in relation to his own professional
experience and interests. And finally, the really impressive applicant (k)  (convey) a sense of self-
confidence and enthusiasm for work, factors which all interviewers (l)  (value) highly. The job
seeker that (m)  (display) these characteristics, with just a little luck, certainly (n)  (succeed)
in the typical personal interview.
14. ‘Globalisation’ (a)  (become) a buzzword in the new era of international relations. Basically, it (b)
 (be) a process of (c)  (expand) trade and commerce all over the world by (d)  (create) a
borderless market. But it (e)  (has) a far-reaching effect on many aspects of life. With the
development of hi-tech communication media and rapid transportation facilities, the world (f) 
(come) closer. We now (g)  (learn) in an instant what (h)  (happen) in the farthest corner of
the world and (i)  (travel) to any country in the shortest possible time. Countries of the world (j)
 (be) like families in a village. They even (k)  (share) their joys and sorrows like next door
neighbours. If one country (l)  (be) in distress, others immediately (m)  (come) to its
assistance. If we (n)  (build) up an atmosphere of mutual understanding and co-operation
through this globalisation process, our world could certainly be a better place to live.
15. Sports (a)  (be) a popular form of entertainment. Many international sporting events (b) 
(organise) from time to time. Most of these events (c)  (sponsor) by multinational manufacturing
companies and business firms. They (d)  (pay) for the sports events in exchange for the right (e)
 (advertise) their proudcts during those events. These events (f)  (telecast) worldwide by
satellite and people all over the world (g)  (watch) them live. As a result, the sponsors' products
(h)  (receive) maximum media coverage thus (i)  (give) companies international recognition.
This is only the commercial aspect of international sport but there are other aspects too. The sports
venue (j)  (become) a meeting place of people from different countries. When people of different
nations get together on the occasion of an international sporting event, they come closer to each
other, (k)  (share) views, opinions and friendship. This opportunity (l)  (create) a sense of
brotherhood and a spirit of mutual co-operation among them. Moreover, (m)  (get) acquainted
with different cultures helps (n)  (break) down prejudice and broaden outlook.
16. The process of globalisation obviously (a)  (require) a common language for international
communication. For many different reasons, English (b)  (achieve) prestige of (c)  (be) that
language. As a result, it (d)  (cross) the national borders (e)  (reach) people who (f) 
(speak) other languages. It (g)  (be) no longer the unique possession of the British or American or
other native speaker people, but a language that (h)  (belong) to the world’s people. In fact,
bilingual and multilingual users of English far (i)  (outnumber) its monolingual native speakers.
This phenomenon (j)  (lead) to a bewildering variety of English around the world. As more and
more people (k)  (speak) English, more and more varieties (l)  (emerge) which strongly (m)
 (influence) by the pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the respective mother tongues. World
English has now (n)  (move) away from the control of its native speakers.
17. Black holes (a)  (produce) by huge stars. They (b)  (call) black holes not because there (c) 
(be) real holes in space but because they (d)  (see) as there is no light (e)  (come) out of them.
When after (f)  (burn) for billions of years stars (g)  (reach) the end of their lives their energy
(h)  (disappear). The burning core (i)  (become) very small like a pinpoint but its weight (j)
 (be) as much as a star. It also has tremendous gravity and this gravity pulls towards it
everything that (k)  (come) near it. Although black holes cannot (l)  (see) through telescopes,
their presence (m)  (identify). They (n)  (be) like gigantic magnets in space.
18. Scientists have always (a)  (wonder) if there (b)  (be) life anywhere out in the space besides
us. They (c)  (join) together on a major project (d)  (call) the Communication with Extra-
Terrestrial Intelligence (CETI) which seeks (e)  (establish) contact with any other living beings in
the universe. For this they (f)  (beam) out radio signals into space in the hope of (g)  (attract)
attention of "other worlds". It was (h)  (think) that there is life on Mars. But two Viking
spacecrafts that (i)  (land) on Mars in 1976 (j)  (provide) much evidence of life. The pictures
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(k)  (send) by them (l)  (show) Mars as (m)  (have) a red sky instead of a blue one like ours
and a pinkish iron-rich soil. Its gravity (n)  (is) about half as strong as that of Earth so that the
atmosphere is also much thinner than our planet.
19. A ‘Geostationary’ orbit (a)  (move) in a big circle away from the earth. It (b)  (allow) a satellite
(c)  (rotate) at the same speed that the earth rotates so that it (d)  (stay) at the same position
over the earth all the time. This (e)  (is) useful for television and navigation. The ‘Polar’ orbit (f)
 (circle) around the earth’s poles, so that the entire earth (g)  (scan) to observe weather
conditions. However, the one mostly (h)  (favour) by scientists (i)  (be) the ‘Low Earth’ orbit,
because it allows them (j)  (carry) out space investigations. An ‘Eccentric’ orbit on the other hand
(k)  (allow) a satellite (l)  (rotate) at different distances from the earth and (m)  (send)
information from different angles. This is useful for (n)  (study) magnetic and electrical fields.
20. The life of our people has often (a)  (shape) by tragedy. Floods (b)  (devastate) our land and
tidal waves from the sea (c)  (sweep) away thousands of lives. Poverty (d)  (be) an ever-present
spectre. As a result, nearly seventy percent of the population (e)  (suffer) from various degrees of
malnutrition. Rapid population growth (f)  (add) to this problem. Although the growth rate (g)
 (slow) down to some extent, the population has almost (h)  (double) since independence. On
the other hand, turbulent politics and instability, and the rise of terrorism and crime are adversely (i)
 (affect) society. Despite these negative aspects, the last twenty five years (j)  (remain)
memorable for certain events. The 21st of February 1952 immediately (k)  (come) to mind. Only
recently, our language day (l)  (declare) the International Mother Language Day by UNESCO. 16
December, 1971 (m)  (be) another day our nation (n)  (cherish) forever- the day when we
became citizens of a free state following our victory over the occupation forces of Pakistan.
21. (a)  (Feed) the ever growing population (b)  (be) a big challenge for Bangladesh in the coming
decades. The major challenge for the country is (c)  (sustain) the current level of agricultural
production. The task (d)  (be) daunting, especially when the country (e)  (lose) about 80
thousand hectares of cultivable land annually due to excessive pressure on land for human
settlement as well as the building of infrastructure such as roads and bridges. Moreover, river
erosion and other non-agricultural uses (f)  (contribute) to the diminishing of agricultural land.
Although the total number of farm holdings (g)  (increase) by 18 percent, the cultivated area (h)
 (decline) with the average farm size (i)  (decrease) from 2.26 acres in1983-84 to 1.69 acres in
1996. (j)  (give) that about 80% of the farms (k)  (be) small and highly fragmented, more
imaginative and effective organisations of production (l)  (be) needed (m)  (sustain)
agricultural productivity and (n)  (create) more employment and income for the farming’
community.
22. Gender discrimination in Bangladesh (a)  (begin) at birth. Most parents want (b)  (have)
children so that they (c)  (supplement) their family income and/or (d)  (help) with the
domestic work. In the existing socio-economic set up, male children (e)  (be) best-suited to this
purpose. So girls (f)  (be) born to an unwelcome world. However, they (g)  (assign), rather
confined to domestic chores. Some of these girls (h)  (be) at school. But all their work— domestic
or academic (i)  (stop) as soon as they (j)  (marry) off, which (k)  (be) the prime concern
of the parents about their daughters. This discriminatory treatment (l)  (to have) some long-term
negative effects on the body and mind of the girl children and women in a family. They (m)  (give)
to understand that they (n)  (keep) the best food available for the male members in the family.
23. Bangladesh is a small country but (a)  (to have) a huge population. Most people here (b) 
(live) below the poverty line and cannot therefore afford (c)  (educate) their children. Many poor
children either (d)  (drop) out of school after just a few years or simply (e)  (go) to school at
all. Despite this situation, we (f)  (to have) far too many students to educate (g)  (compare) to
the number of institutions available. Bangladesh (h)  (need) more schools, colleges and
universities for the increasing number of students. But owing to financial and resource constraints,
the government (i)  (fund) the requisite number of educational institutions. At present every
educational institution (j)  (be) over-crowded and class size is unusually large. As facilities in
these institutions (k)  (be) poor, students (l)  (get) a standard education. Moreover, many
educational institutions in Bangladesh (m)  (trouble) with politics and violence. Sometimes
institutions (n)  (close) down to avoid clashes between rival groups of students. Such closures
badly affect academic progress.
24. It (a)  (be) over three hundred years since Emperor Shah Jahan of Delhi (b)  (build) the Taj
Mahal as a tomb for his wife in Agra. Architecturally, it (c)  (be) still one of the most beautiful
buildings in the world. The building (d)  (make) of fine white marble with inlays of coloured
marble. It (e)  (to have) eight sides and many open arches. It (f)  (rest) on a platform or
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terrace of red sandstone. Four slender white towers rise from the corners of the terrace. There is a
large dome above the centre of the building. Around this large dome there (g)  (be) four smaller
domes. Just inside the outer walls, there (h)  (be) an open corridor from which visitors (i) 
(look) through curved marble screens into a central room. The bodies of Shah Jahan and his wife
Mumtaj (j)  (lie) in two graves below this room. The Taj Mahal (k)  (surround) by a beautiful
garden and there is a long pool that (l)  (stretch) out in front of the building. One (m)  (see)
the beauty of the Taj Mahal in its reflection in the pool water. Visitors come to see this wonderful
building at different times of the day since it (n)  (assume) a different look at different times.
Most people like it best on moonlit nights.
25. A society's culture (a)  (make) up of all of its ideas and ways of behaving. Language, music, ideas
about what (b)  (be) bad and good, ways of working and playing, and the tools and other objects
(c)  (make) and used by people in the society all these (d)  (be) part of a society's culture. As
studying a person's repeated actions is a good way (e)  (find) out about that person, (f) 
(Study) the important patterns of an entire society is a way (g)  (learn) about the culture of that
group. Patterns of behaviour and action (h)  (vary) from individual to individual, class to class,
society to society and country to country. These differences (i)  (refer) to as cultural differences.
What is an appropriate mode of behaviour in one culture (j)  (prove) inappropriate or even rude
in another culture. For example, when Latin Americans talk to each other, they (k)  (stand) about
18 to 12 inches apart, (l)  (measure) nose to nose. (m)  (Stand) further away from each other
while (n)  (talk) seems unfriendly to them.
26. Ayesha Begum (a)  (to have) three sons and two daughters. Her husband (b)  (be) a landless
farmer who used to (c)  (work) on other people’s land. With a great effort they (d)  (marry)
their daughters off by the time they (e)  (reach) teenage. The sons also started (f)  (work) with
their father as day labourers when they (g)  (be) old enough (h)  (help). By the time they (i)
 (be) about seventeen years old, all of them had left (j)  (work) in nearby towns (k)  (earn)
money. At first they used to send money to their parents occasionally, but after (l)  (get) married
they barely had enough (m)  (support) their own families. Ayesha Begum and her husband are
now old and feeble. Years of malnutrition and deprivation (n)  (make) them look older than their
years.
27. Today women (a)  (play) an important role in all spheres of life. Once they (b)  (dominate) by
men. They no longer (c)  (confine) within the four walls of their parents' or husbands' house.
They (d)  (come) out of the kitchen and (e)  (work) hand in hand with men. By (f)  (take)
higher education, they (g)  (become) pilots, doctors, engineers, teachers, administrators etc. They
(h)  (be) able to prove their worth. They (i)  (contribute) much to the economy of the country.
Now it (j)  (come) to the realization of the men that true development of the country (k)  (be)
never possible (l)  (keep) half of the population idle at home. So, it (m)  (need) no telling that
women (n)  (play) a great role in the socieconomic condition of our country.
28. There (a)  (be) several reasons why friendship (b)  (be) so necessary in human life. A man
without a friend is like a man (c)  (live) in wilderness. Moreover, it (d)  (enable) him to
understand his surrounding in a better way. By (e)  (speak) to a friend, a man can (f)  (get)
relief. The advice (g)  (give) by a friend (h)  (be) sometimes more reliable than his own
judgement. Thus, it (i)  (see) that friendship (j)  (be) really important. But a man must (k)
 (take) time while (l)  (choose) a friend. If he (m)  (fail) to select the right person as a
friend, he (n)  (suffer) in the long run.
29. Men (a)  (travel) ever since they first (b)  (appear) on the earth. In primitive time, they not (c)
 (travel) for pleasure but to find new places. They (d)  (protect) themselves with simple
weapons. Their journeys (e)  (be) long tiring and often dangerous. Being intelligent, they soon (f)
 (discover) easier ways of travelling. They (g)  (ride) on the backs of their domestic animals.
They (h)  (make) boat and used it to travel across water. Travelling, of course, has now (i) 
(become) a highly organised business. There are vehicles which (j)  (provide) us with comforts
and security. If we (k)  (want) to go abroad, we (l)  (need) a passport and a visa. If we (m) 
(lose) any of them, our journey may (n)  (ruin).
30. Adult allowance (a)  (be) a noble programme initiated by the present government. In most of the
developed countries of the world this kind of programme is (b)  (take) by the government. The
government should (c)  (pursue) that their old age (d)  (be) secured and comfortable. But in
our country the adult (e)  (be) dependent on their own sons or daughters. The adult (f)  (lose)
the ability to work and (g)  (earn) at this age. They (h)  (treat) offensively by their own issues.
They have to (i)  (pass) their days depending on others. The allowance should be (j) 
(increase) and the true needy (k)  (allow) to have this allowance. It (l)  (expect) that the local
leaders (m)  (do) their duty impartially to (n)  (select) the right person for this purpose.
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31. The Bedouin are the Arab people who live in the desert and (a)  (move) from one place to another.
Their name in Arabic means people who (b)  (wander) and never stay still. They (c)  (live) in
tents, the only place that they can (d)  (call) their home. They often (e)  (prefer) to travel
alone. They sometimes have herds of goats or camels or sometimes, if they live near the sea. they
can get food from (f)  (fish). They also earn money (g)  (help) people to travel across the
desert. The Bedouin have very strict rules that (h)  (tell) them how to live. Their women (i) 
(live) with honour because they never know a man until they (j)  (marry). Men have a different
system. They must (k)  (look) after the honour of the women in their families and (l)  (protect)
their homes. They must give food and a place to sleep to anyone that (m)  (ask) for it. It (n) 
(matter) if that person is an enemy or if the Bedouin are very poor and haven’t got much food for
themselves  they must still give.
32. Bangladesh (a)  (be) an agro-based country. The farmers (b)  (be) the main power of this
country. There (c)  (be) many poor and landless farmers. They (d)  (find) income generating
projects to (e)  (work) on. Govt and some NGOs (f)  (implement) some projects for our rural
development and poverty alleviation. Our unemployed people should (g)  (finance) for self-
employment. They should be helped and (h)  (train) for fish cultivation or other activities for
earning. The trend of (i)  (migrate) to the towns or cities (j)  (change). There (k)  (be)
venues in rural areas where the unemployed people will (l)  (have) employment to (m)  (earn)
their living. The govt, and the NGOs (n)  (work) jointly for this purpose.
33. Bangladesh (a)  (afflict) with lots of problems. Among them child labour (b)  (be) an acute
one. Today millions of children are (c)  (engage) in various odd jobs. "Today's children are the
future adult people." If a large number of our future adults (d)  (oppress) and exploited, we can
(e)  (expect) anything for the nation. We all must (f)  (find) a way out of this problem. We (g)
 (believe) that days (h)  (be) too far when Bangladesh will (i)  (be) free from child labour.
The govt now (j)  (lay) emphasis on this issue. Different humanitarian organizations are found (k)
 (speak) against child labour that (l)  (prevail) in the country. The editors of different
newspapers also (m)  (make) a focus on this issue to (n)  (motivate) people towards banning
child labour.
34. The battle of Yarmouk (a)  (fight) between the Byzantine (Christian) empire and the nascent
Islamic state of Madina from 15  20 August 636 AD. The place where the battle (b)  (take) place,
was by the Yarmouk river which (c)  (flow) in the present day Jordan. Emperor Theodore (d) 
(lead) the Christian army whereas Khalid-ibn-Walid (e)  (spearhead) the Muslim battalion. About
two hundred thousand Christian soldiers (f)  (deploy) against a relatively small number of
Muslim men of about forty thousand. Yet the Bizantine army (g)  (defeat) by the smaller Muslim
forces. The reason for decisive muslim victory was; Khalid (h)  (adopt) a tricky war strategy which
nowadays is (i)  (call) 'an element of surprise'. At the last phase of the battle, the Muslim cavalry
horsemen (j)  (attack) the enemies so suddenly and so swiftly that the Christian forces (k) 
(be) completely dumbfounded and (l)  (begin) to run away. But many of them not (m)  (flee).
About 120000 Christian soldiers (n)  (slaughter) in the battle against only 3000 (Three thousand)
Muslim casualty.
35. Lakshmipur Govt. Girls’ High School is (a)  (situate) at the heart of Lakshmipur district. It (b)
 (establish) in 1998 with a view to (c)  (spread) female education in this rural area. It (d) 
(be) nationalized in 1984. Since then, this institution (e)  (play) pioneering role in imparting
female education. It is a double shift school which (f)  (start) at 7.30 am. and (g)  (break) up
at five pm. This school (h)  (have) about thirteen hundred students and roughly thirty teachers.
There is severe shortage of teachers in this school but the existing teachers (i)  (work) relentlessly
for ensuring proper teaching for the students. The students of this famous school not only (j) 
(study) well but also actively (k)  (participate) in extracurricular activities like debate, recitation,
music, quiz, games and sports etc. even, multimedia class has been (l)  (take) here regularly in
order to (m)  (make) the subject knowledge easier, enjoyable and better understandable.
Recently, this well-known institute (n)  (receive) the Best School Award for its outstanding JSC
and SSC result.
36. Education is one of the basic needs of human being and (a)  (be) essential for any kind of
development. The poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be (b)  (attribute) to
most people’s inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not (c)  (have) any knowledge
of health, sanitation and population control. If they (d)  (educate), they could (e)  (live) a
healthy and planned life. Education (f)  (teach) us how to (g)  (earn) well and how to (h) 
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(spend) well. It (i)  (enable) us to make the right choices in life and to (j)  (perform) our duties
properly. It (k)  (enhance) our ability to (l)  (raise) crops, store food, (m)  (protect) the
environment and (n)  (carry) out our social responsibilities.
37. The literacy rate in Bangladesh (a)  (increase) day by day. We (b)  (be) lucky that at present
our literacy rate is 72.76%. But it (c)  (be) not sufficient for us. Because the literacy rate of India
is 93.91%. So, in order to (d)  (cope) with the neighbouring countries as well as the present
competitive world we (e)  (come) forward to (f)  (educate) the illiterate. If we want to (g) 
(develop) our country, the light of education should (h)  (spread) among the general mass and the
quality education should be (i)  (ensure). Otherwise, we will not (j)  (be) skilled resourceful
manpower. Consequently, the systematic development will (k)  (hamper). We should (l)  (try)
our level best to (m)  (upgrade) our literacy rate so that we can (n)  (reach) our target "Vision
2021'.
38. It's obviously important to (a)  (tell) the truth in an interview, Whether your interview is in-
person or through online video, (b)  (realize), this isn't your interviewer's first time speaking with
a candidate. If you (c)  (lie) and you're nervous about it, it's likely your interviewer will be able to
tell. Again, body language can either (d)  (help) you make your point or completely (e) 
(undermine) you (like if you look deceitful while lying in your interview). (f)  (belive) me that a
good interviewer can (g)  (tell) the difference. So, it's more important to tell an inconvenient truth
in an interview that to (h)  (attempt) a lie that could be easily (i)  (discover). If an employer (j)
 (discover) you lying, there is no way you'll (k)  (get) the job. Because employers (l)  (want)
candidates they can (m)  (trust), and if you're lying already in the interview, you've (n) 
(brand) yourself as an untrustworthy candidate.
39. In about 1920, medicine cured more people than it killed for the first time in history. The most
important reasons that medicine (a)  (get) better were antibiotics and, vitally, immunization.
Immunisation (b)  (come) very late to Europe. A country surgeon called Edwar Jenner tried (c)
 (immunize) an eight-year-old boy against smallpox. This disease (d)  (kill) many people every
year and also (e)  (blind) thousands of others. Jenner (f)  (notice) that women working on
dairy farms never (g)  (catch) the disease. He (h)  (discover) cows had a different disease from
small pox, called cow pox, which many women on farms caught. However, it was not serious in
human beings and so the girls (i)  (continue) to work and, later, never (j)  (get) the often fatal
disease, smallpox. He also (k)  (find) that the disease (l)  (travel) from cows to people and
from one person to another. He then (m)  (make) a vaccine. Interestingly, the word 'vaccination'
(n)  (derive) from the Latin word 'vacca' meaning 'cow'.
40. Old John relates a dream that he (a)  (have) the previous night, of a world in which animals (b)
 (live) without the tyranny of men: they are free, happy, well fed, and (c)  (treat) with dignity.
He (d)  (urge) the animals to do everything they can to (e)  (make) this dream a reality and (f)
 (exhort) them to overthrow the humans who (g)  (purport) to own them. The animals can (h)
 (succeed) in their rebellion only if they first (i)  (achieve) a complete solidarity or "perfect
comradeship" of all of the animals against the humans, and if they (j)  (resist) the false notion (k)
 (spread) by human that animals and humans (l)  (share) common interests. A brief
conversation (m)  (arise) in which the animals debate the status of rats as comrades. John then
provides a precept that will allow the animals to (n)  (determine) who their comrades are:
creatures that walk on two legs are enemies; those with four legs or with wings are allies.
41. "Who (a)  (care) about reading?" you might say. "I have a career in mind that (b)  (have)
nothing to do with reading. Well, that's unlikely. But even if such a career (c)  (exist), you still
have to (d)  (talk). It isn't a matter of (e)  (be) able to speak well so that people (f)  (think)
you went to Oxford the issue is larger than that. The way you (g)  (speak), the way you put your
thoughts into language (h)  (say) a lot about you. At work, your insights will (i)  (count) for
nothing if you are unable to communicate them. And in the rest of your life, your relationships with
people are (j)  (develop) through getting to (k)  (know) each other, which is primarily (l) 
(accomplish) by talking. And how well you talk is (m)  (govern) by your understanding of
grammar and syntax. Grammar, like it or not, (n)  (help) define who you are.
42. One night the entire village (a)  (sleep). The boy Bayazid Bustami was busy in study. His mother
(b)  (sleep). Suddenly she woke up and (c)  (feel) thirsty. (d)  (call) her son, she told her
son to give her a glass of water and (e)  (fall) asleep again. When Bayazid went to the pitcher, he
(f)  (find) it empty. So, he (g)  (go) out with the pitcher in search of water. After a while he (h)
 (come) back home with water and found his mother (i)  (sleep). Then he waited (j) 
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(stand) by her bed with a glass of water. He (k)  (not make) any sound lest she (l)  (wake) up.
Suddenly his mother woke up and (m)  (see) him with the glass of water. At once she (n) 
(understand) what was the matter.
43. Nobel prizes (a)  (award) every year for outstanding achievements in the fields of science,
literature and for (b)  (promote) world peace. Under this prize, the prize winner (c)  (get) a
gold medal, a certificate and a large sum of money. This prize (d)  (give) to persons who (e) 
(contribute) extraordinarily in six fields, namely, Physics, Chemistry, Literature, Physiology or
Medicine, Peace and Economics. Economics (f)  (add) in the list in 1969 for the first time. One
prize is (g)  (award) in each field. If there (h)  (be) more than one recipient of the prize in one
field, the prize money is equally (i)  (distribute) amongst all the winners. The prize (j) 
(institute) by a man who (k)  (be) the inventor of the science of destruction. This scientist (l) 
(be) Alfred Bernard Nobel. He (m)  (bear) in Stockholm on 21st October, 1833 and he (n) 
(die) on 10 December, 1896.
44. In a dark night of March, 1971 Pakistani Army (a)  (attack) innocent Bangladeshis. They (b) 
(do) it with a view to (c)  (stop) our movement for democracy. But our brave people (d) 
(protest) against them (e)  (save) the honour of our motherland. Many of our freedom fighters (f)
 (kill) and (g)  (injure) but they (h)  (not give) up fighting. At last after a blood shedding
war of 9 months we managed (i)  (achieve) independence on 16 December, 1971. Therefore, this
day (j)  (observe) as the Victory day with great enthusiasm. Independence war (k)  (consider)
the greatest incident in our national life. If we (l)  (not get) independence, we (m)  (exploit) by
the Pakistani rulers. So, it is high time we (n)  (ensure) the privileges of independence in all
sphere of life.
45. An ansar member (a)  (kill) by garment workers when they (b)  (vandalize) factories in
Gazipur over a rumour of a fellow worker's death yesterday noon. The victim (c)  (beat) by the
workers, in Hatimara area under Kashimpur Police Station. Police later (d)  (confirm) the death
and (e)  (say) that a case (f)  (file) after (g)  (receive) the post-mortem report. The incident
(h)  (begin) when workers of Mitali Fashion Limited (i)  (gather) along with others from
different factories and began (j)  (riot) after (k)  (hear) the rumour that Mehdi, a worker, (l)
 (beat) to death by the security staff on allegation of theft. The agitated workers (m) 
(blockade) the Dhaka-Tangail Highway for an hour. After two hours the situation (n)  (come)
under control.
46. The boat race (a)  (arrange) by any club. The date (b)  (announce) in due course. The
spectators (c)  (gather) and line up along the banks of the river in which the race (d)  (take)
place. The hawkers (e)  (see) moving through the crowd (f)  (sell) many things. The boats (g)
 (put) in a proper row. The rowers (h)  (look) much excited. They (i)  (encourage) by their
supporters. The umpire and judges (j)  (take) their position. A great excitement (k)  (pass)
through the crowd. Now the zero hour (l)  (come) for the starting of the race. The starter (m) 
(give) the signal. Right go the boats onward. A huge cry (n)  (go) round the place.
47. Trees are our best friends and contribute a lot (a)  (maintain) ecological balance. A month-long
tree fair (b)  (begin) in Kurigram recently in Kurigram stadium. It (c)  (organize) by the local
administration and the Department of Social forestation. The fair (d)  (inaugurate) yesterday by
Mr. Jalal Uddin, DC of Kurigram. It (e)  (be) also addressed by other speakers who (f) 
(emphasize) the need for planting more trees. The chief guest in his speech (g)  (put) importance
on planting trees so that we (h)  (save) our environment from other effects of climate change and
natural disasters. A huge procession (i)  (parade) the streets of the town after the inauguration.
Various government and non-government organisations (j)  (set) up stalls (k)  (display)
saplings of different varieties. Cultural functions (l)  (arrange) every night (m)  (inspire)
people (n)  (plant) trees.
48. English is now (a)  (use) as a common language for global communication. It (b)  (recognize)
as an international language. We can't help (c)  (rely) on English in our communication with the
rest of the world. English (d)  (be) important (e)  (maintain) our communication with our
development partners. A good command of English as well as regular practices (f)  (be) essential
for good communication. We (g)  (provide) with the scope of (h)  (enjoy) the best books of the
world through English. 80% information of all the computers (i)  (be) in English. With a view to (j)
 (acquaint) with the latest technology we (k)  (know) English. Now English (l)  (belong) to
the British or Americans but a language that (m)  (belong) to the world's people. So to keep pace
with the rest of the world, we (n)  (learn) English well.
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04 Key to Using Correct Form of Verbs

1. (a) used (b) is recognized (c) relying (d) to communicate (e) is (f) to maintain (g) are (h) are provided (i)
enjoying (j) is (k) acquainting (l) must know (m) does not belong (n) belongs
2. (a) wait (b) goes (c) does not take (d) is (e) gone (f) regained (g) lost (h) recovered (i) can stop (j)
depends (k) make (l) do (m) are (n) reach
3. (a) cannot live (b) needs (c) to express (d) feelings (e) are (f) are (g) ensuring (h) to live (i) making (j) is
called (k) is (l) was made (m) were (n) building
4. (a) staying (b) undertook (c) took (d) called (e) was discovered (f) sold (g) was entertained (h) repulsed
(i) startled (j) did not know (k) endangered (l) left (m) was plucked (n) was dropped
5. (a) have encroached (b) built (c) have changed (d) posed (e) have been built (f) are protected/have
been protected (g) show (h) bribing (i) to occupy (j) have expressed (k) grabbing (l) unchanged (m) are
dying (n) is increasing
6. (a) believed (b) appreciated (c) can think (d) involving (e) constitute (f) is (g) play/are playing (h) were
(i) participate (j) allow (k) educated (l) proved (m) making (n) developing
7. (a) is (b) plays (c) is said (d) must have (e) reading (f) helps (g) acquiring (h) is (i) can keep (j) reading
(k) is (l) does not read (m) Being (n) cannot take
8. (a) was (b) call (c) spent (d) began (e) was admitted (f) was transferred (g) was forced (h) studying (i) be
operated (j) returned (k) occasioned (l) married (m) became (n) were killed
9. (a) is determined (b) differentiates (c) enables (d) engaging (e) can get (f) is dignified (g) being (h) to do
(i) helps (j) generates (k) make (l) rise/can rise (m) excelling (n) have become
10. (a) scoring (b) am (c) will go (d) will meet (e) Have (you) chosen (f) depend (g) were (h) would like (i) is
(j) are not educated (k) do not know (l) are given (m) can grow (n) will be
11. (a) goes (b) moving (c) doesn't take (d) gone (e) may be regained (f) recovered (g) can stop (h) is (i)
utilize (j) doesn't do (k) make (l) rise (m) overcoming (n) should follow
12. (a) was (b) is said (c) have spread (d) was credited (e) is depicted (f) fought (g) were threatened (h)
were said (i) have been kept (j) was believed (k) enabled (l) prayed/would pray (m) has been preserved
(n) has been performed
13. (a) To be (b) should demonstrate (c) is determined (d) wears (e) to appear (f) avoiding (g) should pay
(h) should be (i) be prepared (j) is applying (k) must convey (l) value (m) displays (n) will succeed
14. (a) has become (b) is (c) expanding (d) creating (e) has had (f) has come (g) can now learn (h) is
happening (i) travel (j) are (k) can even share (l) is (m) can immediately come (n) can build
15. (a) are (b) are organised (c) are sponsored (d) pay (e) to advertise (f) are telecast (g) watch (h) receive (i)
giving (j) becomes (k) sharing (l) creates (m) getting (n) to break
16. (a) requires (b) has achieved (c) being (d) has crossed (e) to reach (f) speak (g) is (h) belongs (i)
outnumber (j) has led (k) speak (l) have emerged (m) are strongly influenced (n) moved
17. (a) are produced (b) are called (c) are (d) cannot be seen (e) coming (f) burning (g) reach (h) does not
disappear (i) becomes (j) is (k) comes (l) be seen (m) can be identified (n) are
18. (a) wondered (b) is (c) have joined (d) called (e) to establish (f) are beaming (g) attracting (h) thought (i)
landed (j) did not provide (k) sent (l) showed (m) having (n) is
19. (a) moves (b) allows (c) to rotate (d) stays (e) is (f) circles (g) can be scanned (h) favoured (i) is (j) to
carry (k) allows (l) to rotate (m) send (n) studying
20. (a) been shaped (b) have devastated (c) have swept (d) has been (e) suffer (f) has added (g) has slowed
(h) doubled (i) affecting (j) will remain (k) comes (l) has been declared (m) is (n) will cherish
21. (a) Feeding (b) is (c) to sustain (d) is (e) loses (f) contribute (g) have increased (h) has declined (i)
decreasing (j) Given (k) are (l) are (m) to sustain (n) create
22. (a) begins (b) to have (c) can supplement (d) help (e) are (f) are (g) are assigned (h) may be (i) stops (j)
are married (k) is (l) has (m) are given (n) should keep
23. (a) has (b) live (c) to educate (d) drop (e) do not go (f) have (g) compared (h) needs (i) cannot fund (j) is
(k) are (l) do not get (m) are troubled (n) are closed
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24. (a) has been (b) built (c) is (d) is made (e) has (f) rests (g) are (h) is (i) can look (j) lie (k) is surrounded
(l) stretches (m) can see (n) assumes
25. (a) is made (b) is (c) made (d) are (e) to find (f) Studying (g) to learn (h) vary (i) are referred (j) might
prove (k) stand (l) measured (m) To stand (n) talking
26. (a) has (b) was (c) work (d) married (e) reached (f) working (g) were (h) to help (i) were (j) to work (k) to
earn (l) getting (m) to support (n) have made
27. (a) are playing (b) were dominated (c) are confined (d) have come (e) are working (f) taking (g) are
becoming (h) have been (i) contribute/are contributing (j) has come (k) is (l) keeping (m) needs (n) are
playing
28. (a) are (b) is (c) living (d) enables (e) speaking (f) get (g) given (h) is (i) is seen (j) is (k) take (l) choosing
(m) fails (n) will suffer
29. (a) have been travelling (b) appeared (c) did not travel (d) protected (e) were (f) discovered (g) rode (h)
made (i) become (j) provide (k) want (l) need (m) lose (n) be ruined
30. (a) is (b) taken (c) pursue (d) is (e) are (f) lose (g) earn (h) are treated (i) pass (j) increased (k) should be
allowed (l) is expected (m) will do (n) select
31. (a) move (b) wander (c) live (d) call (e) prefer (f) fishing (g) helping (h) tell (i) live (j) get married (k) look
(l) protect (m) asks (n) does not matter
32. (a) is (b) are (c) are (d) find (e) work (f) have implemented (g) be financed (h) trained (i) migrating (j)
should be changed (k) should be (l) have (m) earn (n) are working
33. (a) is afflicted (b) is (c) engaged (d) are oppressed (e) not expect (f) find (g) believe (h) are not (i) be (j)
lays (k) to speak (l) prevails (m) make (n) motivate
34. (a) was fought (b) took (c) flows (d) led (e) spearheaded (f) were deployed (g) was defeated (h) adopted
(i) called (j) attacked (k) were (l) began (m) could not flee (n) were slaughtered
35. (a) situated (b) was established (c) spreading (d) was (e) has been playing (f) starts (g) breaks (h) has
(i) are working (j) study (k) participate (l) taken (m) make (n) has received
36. (a) is (b) attributed (c) have (d) were educated (e) live (f) teaches (g) earn (h) spend (i) enables (j)
perform (k) enhances (l) raise (m) protect (n) carry
37. (a) is increasing (b) are (c) is (d) cope (e) should come (f) educate (g) develop (h) be spread (i) ensured
(j) be (k) be hampered (l) try (m) upgrade (n) reach
38. (a) tell (b) realize (c) lie (d) help (e) undermine (f) Believe (g) tell (h) attempt (i) discovered (j) discovers
(k) get (l) want (m) trust (n) branded
39. (a) got (b) came (c) to immunise (d) killed (e) blinded (f) noticed (g) caught (h) discovered (i) continued
(j) got (k) found (l) travelled (m) made (n) is derived
40. (a) had (b) live (c) treated (d) urges (e) make (f) exhorts (g) purport (h) succeed (i) achieve (j) resist (k)
spread (l) share (m) arises (n) determine
41. (a) cares (b) has (c) exists (d) talk (e) being (f) think (g) speak (h) say (i) count (j) developed (k) know (l)
accomplished (m) governed (n) helps
42. (a) was sleeping (b) was sleeping (c) felt (d) Calling (e) fell (f) found (g) went (h) came (i) sleeping (j)
standing (k) did not make (l) should wake (m) saw (n) understood
43. (a) are awarded (b) promoting (c) gets (d) is given (e) contribute (f) was added (g) awarded (h) are (i)
distributed (j) was instituted (k) was (l) was (m) was born (n) died
44. (a) attacked (b) do (c) stopping (d) protested (e) to save (f) were killed (g) injured (h) did not give (i) to
achieve (j) is observed (k) is considered (l) did not get (m) would be exploited (n) ensured
45. (a) was killed (b) were vandalizing (c) was beaten (d) confirmed (e) said (f) was filed (g) receiving (h)
began (i) gathered (j) to riot/rioting (k) hearing (l) had been beaten (m) blockaded (n) came
46. (a) is arranged (b) is announced (c) gather (d) takes (e) are seen (f) selling (g) are put (h) look (i) are
encouraged (j) take (k) passes (l) comes (m) gives (n) goes
47. (a) to maintain (b) has begun (c) has been organized (d) was inaugurated (e) was (f) emphasized (g)
put (h) could save (i) paraded (j) have set (k) displaying (l) are arranged (m) to inspire (n) planting
48. (a) used (b) is recognized (c) relying (d) is (e) to maintain (f) are (g) are provided (h) enjoying (i) is (j)
being acquainted (k) must know (l) does not belong (m) belongs (n) must learn
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
NARRATIVE
05 STYLE
Direct to Indirect and Vice Versa

Ques. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7

1. CHANDPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, CHANDPUR2023

The teacher said to the boy, "Do you think that honesty is the best policy?" The boy said, "Yes, sir, I
think so." "Then learn to be honest from your boyhood," said the teacher. "Thank you, sir," said the
boy. "May the Almighty grant you a long life", said the teacher.

2. CHATTOGRAM GOVT. COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2023

Mahi said with eagerness, "Hello, Rabi! Would you like to play volley ball with us this weekend?"
Rabi hesitated a little. He said, "I love playing but I'm really out of shape. I haven't exercised much
all winter." "That is okay. None of us are professionals. We begin at 9:00 a. m. and I'll look forward to
seeing you then." replied Mahi.

3. COX'S BAZAR GOVT. COLLEGE, COX'S BAZAR2023

"What happened to you, Manna?" said Nodi. "I have been suffering from fever since Monday. Do you
have any information regarding the exam?" "It will start in July. You need to fill in the form for HSC
exam first." "Where can I do it?" "You need to go to the office room and meet the Head Clerk," said
Nodi.

4. MOULVIBAZAR GOVT. COLLEGE, MOULVIBAZAR2023

The teacher said to the students, ''Why are you going out of your class?" "We have a meeting with
our Head of the Department, Sir", said the students. "After the meeting, I will give you a class. Don't
miss my class." "We will not, sir, and thank you." "Welcome."

5. NARISHIKSHA ACADEMY DEGREE COLLEGE, BARLEKHA, MOULVIBAZAR2023

Mariam said to Lopa, "How do you solve the problems of maths? I find them very difficult and I feel
worried about maths." "I do my maths classes regularly. If I find anything hard, I go to Jubaida
ma'am or Rikendra sir for help," said Lopa. "Yes, our math teachers are very helpful."

6. ANANDA MOHAN COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2023

"Stop, you are eating all of our bread," shouted the two rats. "I am doing my best but I've told you it's
difficult," said the monkey. "Give us that little piece," said the rats. 'This is my piece. Haven't I done
a lot of work for you?" replied the monkey. "How foolish we are believing you!" said the rats.

7. JHENAIDAH CADET COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

“What are you doing now, Mitra?” I said. “I am watching an interesting programme on television.”
“Aren’t you wasting your time?” I said. “No, I don’t think so,” he said. “But life is not always what we
think.”

8. DHAKA COLLEGE, DHAKA2022 (Prep. Exam)

The king's minister asked the fool why he was digging holes on the side of the road. He added that
the people passing-by would put their feet in them and fall down. He also asked if he (f) had not
thought of that. The fool wanted to know why they would fall in. He said that he had not dug in the
middle of the road. He also commented that only those who left the straight road and came off the
path would fall into his pit.
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9. DHAKA MOHANAGAR MOHILA COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)

Once I said to a little girl, "What is your mother’s name?" "I can remember my mother's name but I
will not tell you that. I don't tell my mother's name to anyone whom I do not know," she said. "What
a clever girl!" said I.
10. SAVAR CANTONMENT PUBLIC SCHOOL AND COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
“Why do you look upset, my son?” “I have the final exam next week. But I think I am not prepared,” I
said. “Don’t worry at all. You will do well,” mother said.
11. NETROKONA GOVT. COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Cantonment Public School & College, BUSMS, Parbatipur, Dinajpur2022 (Prep. Exam)
“You know, there’s one thing I thoroughly believe in,” “she said, as she ate the ice cream. “One
should always get up from a meal feeling one could eat a little more.”
“Are you still hungry?” I asked faintly.
“Oh, no, I’m not hungry; you see I don’t eat luncheon.”
“Oh, I see!”
12. SHERPUR GOVT. COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
The teacher said to the boy, “Why did you make a noise in the class? You are not attentive to your
lessons.” “Sorry, sir,” said the boy. “I was asking a pen from my friend.” The teacher said, “Be
attentive and listen to me carefully.”
13. GOVT. SHAH SULTAN COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)
“Stop, you bloody fool. Why are you eating all our bread?” shouted the two rats. “I am doing my level
best, but I've told you it’s difficult,” said the monkey. “Give us those little pieces,” said the rats. “
What! This is my piece. Didn’t I do a lot of work for you?” retorted the monkey. “How foolish we are
having believed you!” said the rats, “May you be deceived.”
14. SIRAJGANJ GOVERNMENT COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
“Can I have a look at your paper for a moment?” said the man next to me. “I just want to see the
cricket results.” “I haven’t quite finished with it,” I said. “Could you wait a moment?” “I can’t wait
long,” he said, “I am getting off at the next stop.”
15. THAKURGAON GOVT WOMEN'S COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
"Good morning, Swapna," said Ripon. "How much preparation have you taken for the test Exam?" "A
great preparation" replied she. "I can stand first.” “Wow, what a lucky girl!" said Ripon. "But my
preparation is not very nice."
16. BANGLADESH NOUBAHINI COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2022 (Prep. Exam)
A fruit seller asked the customer which fruits he would need. He said that he had apple from
Australia, oranges from Darjeeling, grapes from Kashmir etc.. The customer asked what fruits the
Seller had of their country. The seller said that he had coconut, guava, jackfruits etc. The customer
then said that he wanted one kg of guava as it would be the substitute of Australian apple.
17. BOGURA CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, BOGURA2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Brindaban Govt. College, Habiganj2019; Govt. Nurunnahar Mohila College, Jhenidah2018; Govt. Yasin College,
Faridpur2017; Govt. Akbar Ali College, Ullapara, Sirajganj2016
The old man said, "Can you give me some food? I've been starving for three days." The maid said,
"Why do you beg? Can't you work?" "No, I'm unable to work," the old man replied.
18. KUSHTIA GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE2022 (Prep. Exam)
 Jhenidah Cadet College, Jhenidah2019
"Sir," he said, "Would you please help me?" "Of course." "I was absent from your class yesterday and
could not understand the lesson you taught." "Ok, if you are free after this class, meet me in the
teachers' room. I will help you." "Thank you, sir." "Son, you are welcome.
19. SHAHID SYED NAZRUL ISLAM COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2019
 Nawabganj Govt. College, Chapainawabganj2019; Kurigram Govt. Women's College, Kurigram2019
Once I asked a little girl what her mother's name was. She replied that she could remember her
mother's name but she would not tell me that. She added that she did not tell her mother's name to
anyone whom she did not know. I exclaimed with admiration that she was a very clever girl.
20. SRISTY COLLEGE OF TANGAIL, TANGAIL2019
 Al-Hera Academy (School & College), Bera, Pabna2019; BAF Shaheen College, Tejgaon, Dhaka2018
Looking at me angrily my father asked where I had been so long and why I was wasting my time.
After a moment he asked me if I would not appear at the final examination that year. I said that I
had gone to my friend's house to borrow an essential book but he had not been at home then. I
added that I had to wait for him for that reason.
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21. SHARIATPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, SHARIATPUR2019

 Jalalabad Cantonment Public School & College, Sylhet2019
"Good morning, how can I help you?" said the police officer," "Last night while I was going home by a
baby taxi, two snatchers attacked us," said Sujon. "Did they take anything from you?" "Yes, they
snatched away my cell-phone and two thousand taka." "Let me record your complaint." "Thank you
very much."
22. CHANDPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, CHANDPUR2019
 M.C. College, Sylhet2019
"What is the matter with you? You have been absent from school since Monday." said the class
teacher with an angry voice. "I went to my village home to see my ailing grandfather. He was in
critical condition, so we hurried home. I didn't have enough time to report to school. I am really sorry
for that," said Abrar.
23. KHULNA PUBLIC COLLEGE, KHULNA2019
 Dhaka Residential Model College, Dhaka2018
"Open the door, mom", the beggar said. "I have been starving for two days." From within the house,
Mrs Rupa said, "Why do you beg? Can't you work?" "No, mom. I am blind. I can walk only with stick
and talk." Opening the door, Mrs Rupa looked at him and said, "O my God! You are very old too."
24. NATIONAL IDEAL COLLEGE, KHILGAON, DHAKA2019
 Govt. Nazimuddin College, Madaripur2018
"I'm not in the least hungry," my guest sighed, "but if you insist I don't mind having some asparagus.
Aren't you going to have any?"
"No, I never eat asparagus," I said.
"I know there are people who don't like them. The fact is, you ruin your palate by all the meat you
eat."
25. NEW GOVT. DEGREE COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2019
 Govt. Louhajong University College, Munshiganj2018
Alexander said to Porus, "How do you desire to be treated?" "Like a king", replied Pours. "And you
have nothing else to request?" said Alexander. " No".
26. CHUADANGA GOVT. COLLEGE, CHUADANGA2019
 Bogura Cantt. Public School & College, Bogura2018
When we shook hands she advised me to follow her example and never to eat more than one thing
for luncheon. I retorted that I would do better than that. I added that I would eat nothing for dinner
that night. Jumping into a cab, she cried out gaily saying that I was a humorist.
27. CUMILLA CADET COLLEGE, CUMILLA2019
“How long will you live?” asked the king. With ready wit, the astrologer said, “The stars declare that I
shall die a week before your majesty. So, good-bye.” Hearing this, the king turned pale and shouted,
“Drive this wretch away. Let him not come here again.”
28. PABNA CADET COLLEGE, PABNA2019
The fisherman was very sad, "What an unlucky man I am for facing you! Please do not kill me.” “I
have told you,” said the genie, "that is impossible. Quickly choose how you will die.”
29. SYLHET CADET COLLEGE, SYLHET2019
The teacher said to the students, "Do you know that your examinations will be starting next week?
You will have to work hard if you want to get good marks. Cheer up! Do not waste your time and
start doing your revision work immediately. May God reward your hard work with a great success!"
30. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
Addressing me brightly, she told me that it was many years since we had first met. She exclaimed
that time flies too fast. She added that we are none of us getting any younger. She asked if I
remembered the first time I had seen her. She also told me that I had asked her to luncheon.
31. VIQARUNNISA NOON COLLEGE, DHAKA2019
I asked him what animals they had been. He replied that there had been three animals altogether.
He also said that there had been two goats and a cat and then there had been four pairs of pigeons.
Being surprised I asked him if he had to leave them. He replied in the affirmative and said that he
had left them because of the artillery and added that the captain had told him to go because of the
artillery.
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32. IDEAL SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MOTIJHEEL, DHAKA2019

"What's a puppet show?" Mita said to her father. Father said, "Let's go inside and you can see
yourself," Inside the tent Mita said, "How strange! A doll is dancing and talking". Father said, "A man
behind the screen is moving the doll. Do you understand who is talking?"

33. SHAHEED BIR UTTAM LT. ANWAR GIRLS' COLLEGE, DHAKA2019

On returning home, my mother said, "Your progress in studies is very slow. You always move about
with a group of your friends. Aren't you idling away your time with them? Can't you be more
serious?" "l am sorry and 1 will amend myself," I replied.

34. MILESTONE COLLEGE, DHAKA2019

Karim said to Rahim, "Why are you late for college everyday?" "I can’t get up early in the morning, so
I don’t have enough time to be ready for college," he said. "How lazy you have grown!" said Karim. "If
you don’t change your habit, you will be a cause of sorrow to your parents."

35. MONIPUR HIGH SCHOOL & COLLEGE, MIRPUR2019

Father said to his son, "Where were you this afternoon when I was at office?" The son said, "In the
garden. I was watering the flower plants." "Very good", replied father.
36. SHAMSUL HAQ KHAN SCHOOL & COLLEGE, DEMRA, DHAKA2019
"Who are you? What do you want?"
"We are," replied one of the friends, "Strangers, we shall go a long way. We want shelter for tonight."
"Where will you go?" said an old man.
"To the hills," replied another friend.
"To the hills!" shouted the old man. "Why will you go to the dangerous hills?"

37. DR. MAHBUBUR RAHMAN MOLLAH COLLEGE, DEMRA2019

Then one day, the fruit seller told the grocer that he (f) was going to the town to do some shopping
and so he (f) requested him (g) to send his (g) son with him (f) to carry his (f) things. He (f) added that
they would come back the next day. The grocer asked the fruit seller where his (g) son was. The fruit
seller replied that a crow had carried his (g) son away. The grocer called him (f) a liar and shouting
angrily asked him (f) how a crow could carry away such a big boy. The fruit seller replied that the
crow could carry the boy just in the same way as mice could eat away the balance and weights.

38. SAFIUDDIN SARKER ACADEMY & COLLEGE, TONGI, GAZIPUR2019

The old man begged the maid if she could give him some food because he had been starving for two
days. The maid asked him why he begged. She again asked if he couldn't work. The man replied in
the negative and said that he was unable to work.

39. GHATAIL CANTONMENT PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, TANGAIL2019

My friend asked me why I was sitting alone there. He further said that he had been looking for me
and proposed that we should go out for a walk in the open field. I told him to leave me alone. I also
requested him not to disturb me.

40. GOVT. HARAGANGA COLLEGE, MUNSHIGANJ2019

Mr. Abedin said to Rafiq, "Is it bad for us to have such a big population in the country? Rafiq said,
"Sir, before my answer could I tell what happened to Kalim Majhee last week?'' Mr. Abedin said, "Ok.
But say briefly." Rafiq said, "Thank you, sir. It was a hot day."

41. GOVT. SARADA SUNDARI MOHILA COLLEGE, FARIDPUR2019

"What animals were they?" I asked. "There were three animals altogether," he explained, "There were
two goats and a cat and then there were four pairs of pigeons." "And you had to leave them?" I
asked. "Yes, because of the artillery. The captain told me to go because of the artillery."

42. RAJSHAHI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2019

The son asked his father if they would take a taxi or a bus to go to the exhibition. Father said that it
would be better if they took a bus. Father also said that it was really difficult getting a taxi at the
rush hours. The son then asked his father if they would go to next bus stop. He added that there
they would get the vacant seats.
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05 Key to Narrative Style

1. The teacher asked the boy if he (b) thought that honesty is the best policy. The boy respectfully
replied in the affirmative and said that he (b) thought likewise. The teacher then advised him (b) to
learn to be honest from his (b) boyhood. The boy thanked the teacher respectfully. The teacher
prayed that the Almighty might grant him (b) a long life.
2. Mahi greeted Robi with eagerness and asked him if he (R) would like to play volley ball with them
that weekend. Hesitating a little, Rabi said that he (R) loved playing but he (R) was really out of
shape. He added that he (R) hadn't exercised much all winter. Mahi replied that it was okay. He (M)
then said that none of them were professionals. He further added that they began at 9:00 am and he
(M) would look forward to seeing him (R) then.
3. Nodi asked Manna what had happened to her (M). Manna replied that she (M) had been suffering
from fever since Monday. Manna then asked her (N) if she (N) had any information regarding the
exam. Nodi replied that it would start in July, and added that she (M) needed to fill in the form for
HSC exam first. Then Manna asked where she (M) could do that. Nodi replied that she (M) needed to
go to the office room and meet the Head Clerk.
4. The teacher asked the students why they were going out of their class. The students respectfully
replied that they had a meeting with their Head of the Department. The teacher then said that after
the meeting he would give them a class. He then warned the students not to miss his class. The
students thanked him respectfully and replied that they would not miss the class. The teacher
welcomed them.
5. Mariam asked Lopa how she (L) solved the problems of maths. She (M) told her (L) that she (M) found
them very difficult and she (M) felt worried about maths. Lopa replied that she (L) did her (L) maths
classes regularly. She added that if she (L) found anything hard she (L) went to Jubaida ma'am or
Rikendra sir for help. Mariam agreed and said that their math teachers were very helpful.
6. The two rats shouted and told the monkey to stop and added that he was eating all their bread. The
monkey told the rats that he was doing his best and added that he had told them it was difficult. The
rats told the monkey to give them that little piece. The monkey replied that that was his piece and
asked them if he had not done a lot of work for them. The rats exclaimed with sorrow that they were
so foolish believing him.
7. I asked Mitra what he was doing then. He (M) replied that he was watching an interesting
programme on television. Then I asked him if he was not wasting his time. He (M) replied in the
negative and said that he did not think so. But I said that life was not always what we thought.
8. “Why are you digging holes on the other side of the road? People passing-by will put their feet in
them and fall down. Did you not think of that?” the king’s minister said to the fool. “Why will they
fall in? I have not dug in the middle of the road. Only those who leave the strait road and come off
the path will fall into my pit,” said the fool.
9. Once I asked a little girl what her mother's name was. She replied that she could remember her
mother's name but she would not tell me that. She added that she did not tell her mother's name to
anyone whom she did not know. I exclaimed with admiration that she was a very clever girl.
10. Addressing me as son, mother asked me why I looked upset. In reply, I said that I had the final exam
the following week but I thought I was not prepared. My mother consoled me and asked me not to
worry. She assured me that I would do well.
11. As she ate the ice cream, she told me that there was one thing she thoroughly believed in. She added
that one should always get up from meal feeling one could eat a little more. At this, I faintly asked
her if she was still hungry. She refused it and said that she was not hungry. She added that I saw
she did not eat luncheon. At this, I said that I got the point.
12. The teacher asked the boy why he had made noise in the class. He also reproached him (B) for not
being attentive to his (B) lessons. The boy said respectfully that he was sorry for that. He also said
that he had been asking for a pen from his friend. The teacher advised him to be attentive and listen
to him (T) carefully.
13. Addressing the monkey as bloody fool, the two rats ordered him to stop and asked shouting why he
was eating all their bread. The monkey replied that he was doing his level best but he had told them
earlier that it was difficult. The rats told him to give them those little pieces. The monkey exclaimed
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with surprise and told them that was his piece and retorted if he had not done a lot of work for them.
The rats exclaimed with sorrow that they were very foolish having believed him. They wished that he
might be deceived.
14. The man next to me asked me if he could have a look at my paper for a moment. He added that he
just wanted to see the cricket results. I replied that I had not quite finished with it. Then I asked him
if he could wait a moment. The man replied that he could not wait long. He added that he was
getting off at the next stop.
15. Ripon wished Swapna good morning and asked her how much preparation she had taken for the test
exam. She replied that she had taken a great preparation and added she could stand first. Ripon
exclaimed with surprise and told her that she was a lucky girl. but he said his preparation was not
very nice.
16. A fruit-seller said, “Which fruits would you need? I have apple from Australia, oranges from
Darjeeling, grapes from Kashmir etc.” The customer said, “What fruits do you have of our country?
The seller said, “I have coconut, guava, jackfruits, etc.” The customer said, “I want one kg of guava
as it will be the substitute of Australian apple.”
17. The old man asked the maid if she could give him some food. He added that he had been starving for
three days. The maid asked him why he begged. She further asked if he couldn't work. The old man
replied in the negative and said that he was unable to work.
18. The student politely asked the teacher if he (t) would help him (s). The teacher assured him (s) that
he (t) would. Then the student told him (t) that he (s) had been absent from his class the previous
day and could not understand the lesson he had taught. The teacher gracefully told him (s) to meet
him (t) in the teachers' room if he was free after that class. He (t) also told him (s) that he (t) would
help him (s). Then the student thanked the teacher politely. Addressing the student as son, the
teacher welcomed him.
19. Once I said to a little girl, "What is your mother's name?" She said, "I can remember my mother's
name but I won't tell you that. I don't tell my mother's name to anyone whom I don't know."
I said, "What a clever girl you are!"
20. My father angrily asked me, "Where have you been so long? Why are you wasting your time?" After a
moment he said to me, "Will you not appear at the final examination this year?" I said, "I went to my
friend's house to borrow an essential book but he was not at home then. So I had to wait for him."
21. The police officer wished Sujon good morning and asked him (S) how he (p) could help him (S). In
reply Sujon told him (p) that the previous night while he (S) was going home by a baby taxi, two
snatchers attacked them. Then the police officer asked him (S) whether they had taken anything
from him (S). Sujon replied in the affirmative and said that they had snatched away his (S) cell
phone and two thousand taka. On the basis of Sujon's statement the police officer told him (S) that
he might be allowed to record his (S) complaint. Sujon thanked him (p) very much.
22. The class teacher asked Abrar with an angry voice what the matter was with him (A). He (t) said that
he (A) had been absent from school since Monday. In reply he (A) told him (t) that he (A) had gone to
his (A) village home to see his ailing grandfather. He (A) added that he (g) was in critical condition, so
they hurried home. He (A) further added that he (A) hadn't had enough time to report to school. He
also (A) said that he (A) was really sorry for that.
23. Addressing Mrs Rupa as mom the beggar requested her to open the door. The beggar further said
that he had been starving for two days. From within the house, Mrs Rupa asked him why he begged.
She again asked him if he could not work. The beggar replied in the negative and said that he was
blind. He also said that he could only walk with stick and talk. Opening the door Mrs Rupa looked at
him and exclaimed with sorrow that he was very old too.
24. His guest sighed that she was not hungry at all but on the writer's insistence, she wouldn't mind
having some asparagus. She asked the writer if he wasn't going to have any. The writer replied in the
negative and said that he never ate asparagus. The guest then said that she knew there were people
who didn't like them. She further said that the fact was, they ruined their palate by all the meat they
ate.
25. Alexander asked Porus how he desired to be treated. Porus replied that he desired to be treated like
a king. Alexander then asked Porus if he had nothing else to request. Porus replied in the negative.
26. "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 to-night."
"Humorist!" she cried gaily jumping into a cab.
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27. The king asked the astrologer how long he would live. With ready wit, the astrologer replied that the
stars declared that he (a) would die only a week before his majesty and then bade him (K) goodbye.
Hearing this, the king turned pale and shouted to drive that wretch away and ordered that he might
not be allowed to go there again.
28. The fisherman very sadly exclaimed that he was a very unlucky man facing him (genie). Then he
requested him (genie) not to kill him (fisherman). At this, the genie said that he (genie) had told him
that was impossible and told him to choose quickly how he (fisherman) would die.
29. The teacher asked the students if they knew that their examinations would be starting the following
week. He added that they would have to work hard if they wanted to get good marks. He also told
them to cheer up. Then he advised them not to waste their time and start doing their revision work
immediately. Finally he prayed that God might reward their hard work with a great success.
30. She addressed me brightly and said, "It's many years since we first met. How time does fly! We're
none of us getting any younger. Do you remember the first time you saw me? You asked me to
luncheon."
31. I said to him, "What animals were they?" He said, "There were three animals altogether. There were
two goats and a cat and then there were four pairs of pigeons." I was surprised and said, "Did you
have to leave them?" He said, "Yes, I left them because of the artillery. The captain told me to come
because of the artillery."
32. Mita asked her father what a puppet show was. Father suggested that they should go inside and she
could see herself. Inside the tent Mita exclaimed with wonder that it was so strange and added that a
doll was dancing and talking. Father said that a man behind the screen was moving the doll. He
asked her if she understood who was talking.
33. On returning home my mother told me that my progress in studies was very slow. She added that I
always moved about with a group of my friends. Then she asked me whether I wasn't idling away my
time with them. She further asked me whether I couldn't be more serious. In reply I told her that I
was sorry and I would amend myself.
34. Karim asked Rahim why he (R) was late for college everyday. Rahim replied that he (R) couldn't get
up early in the morning. That's why he (R) didn't have enough time to be ready for college. Karim
exclaimed with wonder that he (R) had grown very lazy and added that if he (R) didn't change his (R)
habit, he (R) would be a cause of sorrow to his (R) parents.
35. Father asked his son where he (s) was that afternoon when he (f) was at office. The son replied that
he had been in the garden. He added that he (s) had been watering the flower plants. Hearing this,
father expressed his satisfaction.
36. The old man asked the strangers who they were and what they wanted. One of the friends replied
that they were strangers and added that they would go a long way. He further added that they
wanted shelter for that night. The old man again asked them where they would go. Another friend
replied that they would go to the hills. Hearing this the old man got scared and shouted. He then
asked them why they would go to the dangerous hills.
37. Then one day, the fruit seller said to the grocer, "I am going to the town to do some shopping. Please,
send your son with me to carry my things. We will come back tomorrow". The grocer said, "Where is
my son?" The fruit seller said, "A crow carried/has carried your son away." The grocer shouted
angrily, "You liar. How can a crow carry away such a big boy?" "The crow can carry the boy just in
the same way as mice can eat away the balance and weights," the fruit seller said.
38. The old man said to the maid, "Can you give me some food? I have been starving for two days." The
maid said, "Why do you beg? Can't you work?" The man replied, "No, I am unable to work."
39. "Why are you sitting alone here?" said my friend. "I was looking for you. Let us go out for a walk in
the open field." "Leave me alone. Please, don't disturb me," said I.
40. Mr. Abedin asked Rafiq if it was bad for them to have such a big population in the country. Rafiq
respectfully asked Mr. Abedin whether he (R) could tell what had happened to Kalim Majhee the
previous week before his (R) answer. Mr. Abedin permitted but asked Rafiq to say briefly. Rafiq
respectfully thanked him (A) and then he (R) started that it had been a hot day.
41. I asked him what animals they were. He replied that there had been three animals altogether. He
also explained that there had been two goats and a cat and four pairs of pigeons as well. Then I
asked him if he had to leave them. He replied in the affirmative and said that he had to do so
because of the artillery. He added that the captain had told him to go because of the artillery.
42. The son said to his father, "Shall we take a taxi or a bus to go to the exhibition?" Father replied, "It
will be better if we take a bus. It is really difficult getting a taxi at the rush hours." The son said to
his father, "Shall we go to the next bus stop? There we will get the vacant seats."
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USE OF
06 MODIFIERS

Ques. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5

1. LALMATIA MOHILA COLLEGE, LALMATIA, DHAKA2019

Man has an (a)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) curiosity to see the unseen and (b) 
(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) the unknown. One can do (c)  (pre-modify the noun with
a quantifier) things to fulfill one's indomitable desire. A person usually tries to find out the things (d)
 (post-modify the noun with a present participle) him. And thus he gathers knowledge
throughout his lifetime leaving himself (e)  (post-modify the pronoun with a participle). But to
know oneself is (f)  (pre-modify the noun with a determiner) abstract quest of finding something
beyond the material capacity. It is (g)  (pre-modify the adjective with an intensifier) difficult to
understand even our own selves. It may be (h)  (post-modify the pronoun with an adjective) to
self-criticism. (i)  (pre-modify the noun with a present participle) oneself is the (j)  (pre-modify
the noun with a graded adjective) way to develop personality. Therefore, importance of knowing
oneself can never be denied.

2. HAMDARD PUBLIC COLLEGE, DHANMONDI2019

One day, Napoleon (a)  (Use Appositive) was walking along the seashore. (b)  (Use adverb to
modify the whole sentence), he noticed that an English boy was making a (c)  (pre-modify the
noun) boat. The king asked him (d)  (use Wh clause). The boy said, "I shall cross the sea (e) 
(Use Participle) this boat. My mother is on the (f)  (Use determiner) side of the sea. I din't see my
mother for a pretty (g)  (Use adverbial phrase)." The king was charmed by the words (h)  (Use
Prepositional Phrase). He made (i)  (Use quantifier) arrangements to send the boy to (j)  (Use
possessive Pronoun) country.

3. SAVAR GOVT. COLLEGE, SAVAR2019

Students should follow the rules of (a)  (pre-modify the noun) health. They should rise (b) 
(post-modify the verb) from the bed. And they should go for a walk (c)  (post-modify the verb).
They can breathe in (d)  (pre-modify the noun) air. It is good for health. They should take
physical exercise (e)  (post-modify the verb). Besides these, they should take part in sports (f)
 (post-modify the verb with an infinitive phrase). These are essential for their physical and (g)
 (pre-modify the noun) health. Today's students are the (h)  (pre-modify the noun) leaders of
the nation. So, they should be healthy and strong (i)  (pre-modify the verb with a present
participle phrase). They can keep fit for study and work. Good health is not (j)  (pre-modify the
adjective with an intensifier) important than money.

4. GAZIPUR CANTONMENT COLLEGE, GAZIPUR2019

I was enjoying a sound sleep (a)  (post-modify the verb). Suddenly, I woke up (b)  (use a
participle to post-modify the verb) a hue and cry at a (c)  (pre-modify the noun) distance. (d) 
(use participle phrase to pre-modify the verb) I saw that a cottage was burning and people were
rushing to it. The (e)  (pre-modify the noun) woman and the poor little girl (f)  (use a relative
clause to post-modify the noun phrase) could not come out. The victims were crying for help from
inside the (g)  (pre-modify the noun) cottage. Suddenly Asif, (h)  (post-modify the noun with
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an appositive) rushed into the cottage (i)  (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). He
came out with the victims. I thanked God and felt (j)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the
adjective) proud of the commendable action done by my cousin.
5. SRISTY COLLEGE OF TANGAIL2019
Most of (a)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) students cannot write out their
examination papers fairly. As they cannot understand the questions (b)  (post-modify the verb),
they often beat about the bush and cram their answers with irrelevant and unnecessary details.
Sometimes they also fail to arrange their answer neatly, cleanly and systematically. Although the
teacher suggests that their answer should be brief and precise, they (c)  (pre-modify the verb)
lengthen them unnecessarily. Therefore, their (d)  (pre-modify the noun) answers generally
become disgusting and unnecessary. Such answers always earn (e)  (pre-modify the noun)
marks. In order to get expected marks, all you should do, is to understand the questions (f) 
(post-modify the verb) and answer them just to the point. Don’t worry, if (g)  (use a possessive to
premodify the noun) answers are fairly short. You should make your presentation neat and clean (h)
 (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). To answer the short comprehensive questions,
you should not copy anything (i)  (post-modify the verb) from the passage. Make your sentences
(j)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) short and simple.
6. MANIKGONJ GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE, MANIKGONJ2019
Ayesha Khatun, (a)  (use an appositive to post-modify the noun), works in a house as a domestic
maid. She lives in a slum (b)  (post-modify the noun with a present participle) by Gulshan Lake.
Some days ago, her husband died (c)  (post-modify the verb). She has two daughters and a son.
All depend on her (d)  (pre-modify the noun) income. Ayesha rises (e)  (post-modify the verb)
and goes to work. It becomes difficult for her (f)  (post-modify the adjective with an infinitive) the
family. Her eldest daughter passed the SSC Examination. But now she is not able (g)  (post-
modify the adjective with an infinitive) her to college. Sometimes Ayesha looks (h)  (pre-modify
the adjective with an intensifier) worried about her children. She does not earn (i)  (pre-modify
the noun) money to educate her children. Her only son goes to govt. primary school. She cannot buy
the (j)  (pre-modify the noun) books.
7. GOVT. BANGABANDHU COLLEGE, GOPALGANJ2019
Long time ago, Hamelin, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive), was full of rats. The rats
were (b)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify adjective) big and fierce that they fought the dogs,
killed the cats and bit the babies. In (c)  (pre-modify the noun with demonstrative) situation, the
mayor of the town called a meeting of the elite persons. The meeting went on for (d)  (pre-modify
the noun) time but there was no result. At that time, a stranger appeared (e)  (post-modify the
verb). He demanded one thousand guilders for (f)  (use a participle phrase to post-modify the
verb). The mayor agreed and the stranger, now called the pied piper of Hamelin, went out on the
road and started (g)  (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). The rats followed the (h)
 (pre-modify the noun) man who stopped (i)  (post-modify the verb). The man stopped near a
river but the rats did not. They all jumped (j)  (use prepositional phrase) and died.
8. SHARIATPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, SHARIATPUR2019
There was a proud (a)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) tree in the forest. He was
(b)  (post-modify the pronoun with an adjective) and strong. There was a small herb next to the
tree. The tree said, "I am (c)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) handsome and
steady. No one can defeat me." (d)  (use a participle phrase to pre-modify the verb), the herb
replied, "Dear friend, too much pride is harmful." The tree ignored the herb's words. He continued (e)
 (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). The herb did not like to pride itself. Then a (f)
 (pre-modify the noun) wind blew. Gradually there was a storm in the forest. The herb bowed
low. The tree stood (g)  (post-modify the verb). The storm kept growing (h)  (post-modify the
verb with an adverb). The teak tree could no longer bear it. He fell down. When the storm came to an
end, the herb found the teak tree (i)  (use participle phrase to post-modify the noun). He felt
sorry for (j)  (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) proud tree.
9. GOVT. AZIZUL HAQUE COLLEGE, BOGURA2019
Diarrhoea is (a)  (use determiner to pre-modify the noun) condition of having three or more loose
or (b)  (Pre-modify the noun phrase) bowel movements per day. The most common cause is
gastroenteritis. (c)  (Pre-modify the noun phrase) Rehydration Solution (ORS) with (d)  (pre-
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modify the noun) amounts of salts and zinc tablets are the treatment of choice and have been
estimated (e)  (Use infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) 50 million children in the past 25
years. In case where ORS is not available, (f)  (use compound to pre-modify the noun) solutions
are (g)  (pre-modify the verb) used. Diarrhoea is a (h)  (Pre-modify the noun phrase) cause of
death in (i)  (Pre-modify the noun) countries and the second most common cause of (j)  (Pre-
modify the noun) deaths worldwide.
10. RANI BHAWANI GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, NATORE2019
As the focus is on the (a)  (use adjective to pre-modify the noun) functions of language, the main
aim of the textbook is to provide ample opportunities for students to use English (b)  (use
prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun) in interesting situations. The book is divided into
units. (c)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) unit, (d)  (use an appositive to post-modify
the noun), has several lessons that contain reading texts and a range of tasks and activities designed
to enable the students (e)  (use infinitive to post-modify the noun) the different skills, sometimes
individually and sometimes in pairs or groups. Some literary texts have also been included. However,
the emphasis in such cases is not just on context but on the exploitation of the texts to trigger a
variety of (f)  (use noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) activities. (g)  (use article to pre-
modify the noun) emphasis on communicative approach, however, does not disregard the role of
grammar. Instead of treating grammar as a set of rules to be memorized in isolation, the book has
integrated grammar (h)  (use infinitive to post-modify the noun) more meaningful role (i) 
(use prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun). The students develop (j)  (use possessives to
pre-modify the noun) language skills by practicing language activities and not merely by knowing the
rules of the language.
11. GOVT. SHAHEED BULBUL COLLEGE, PABNA2019
A birthday is a (a)  (Pre-modify the noun) day in one's life. Children around the world like (b) 
(Post-modify the verb with an infinitive) fun on this day. Parents ask other children (c)  (Post-
modify the verb with an infinitive) and have a party. Children wear (d)  (Pre-modify the noun)
clothes, sing songs (e)  (Post-modify the noun with an infinitive) the day. There is usually a (f)
 (Pre-modify the noun) cake and candles are lit (g)  (Post-modify the verb). The number of
candles is lit (h)  (Post-modify the verb with a present participle) on how old the child is.
Children who come to the party sing songs (i)  (Post-modify the verb with an infinitive) happy
birthday to the child who is having a (j)  (Pre-modify the noun) party.
12. SATKHIRA GOVT. COLLEGE, SATKHIRA2019
Amerigo, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive). lives alone. His mother who is separated
from (b)  (pre-modify the noun with a possessive adjective) father does not want him. She told
him (c)  (pre-modify the verb with an infinitive phrase). (d)  (pre-modify the verb with an
adverb) she is married to another man. His father lives (e)  (pre-modify the adverb with an
intensifier) away. He wants to go (f)  (post-modify the verb with a prepositional phrase) but he
does not agree. He begged him (g)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive verb) him some
money. His father has kept him (h)  (post-modify the pronoun with a present participle) without
answering. (i)  (pre-modify the verb with an adverb) streets are his home. He collects and sells
trash (j)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive phrase).
13. GOVT. H.S.S. COLLEGE, MAGURA2019
Nasima is a Bangladeshi girl (a)  (post-modify the noun with adjective clause) but has no hopes
(b)  (use prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun). Like millions of (c)  (use adjective to
pre-modify the noun) parents, Nasima's parents think that (d)  (use present participle phrase) is
waste of time and money. They have decided that they will (e)  (use adverb to pre-modify the
verb) marry her off and use their (f)  (pre-modify the noun) resources for their son's education.
Nasima used to worry about lessons and tests but now she worries more (g)  (use prepositional
phrase) and having children. She used to dream about being a doctor but now faces a life of
household chores and a life of (h)  (use gerund). She used to be happy (i)  (use participle as
post-modifier) a girl but now wishes if she were a boy. If she had been a boy, she could have gone to
college and university (j)  (use infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb).
14. CHANDPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, CHANDPUR2019
Einstein, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive), was once traveling from Princeton on a
train. When (b)  (use a determiner to pre-modify the noun) conductor came to Einstein, Einstein
reached in his vest pocket. He couldn't find his ticket, so he reached in his (c)  (use a noun-
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adjective to pre-modify the noun) pockets. It wasn't there, so he looked in his briefcase but couldn't
find it. Then he looked (d)  (use a prepositional phrase to post-modify the verb) beside him. He
still couldn't find it. The conductor said, "Dr. Einstein, I know who you are. I'm sure you bought a
ticket. Don't worry about it." Einstein nodded appreciatively. As the conductor was ready (e) 
(use an infinitive phrase to post-modify adjective) to the next car, he turned around and saw the (f)
 (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) physicist down on his hands and knees looking under
(g)  (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) seat for his ticket. The conductor rushed (h) 
(post-modify the verb) and said, "Dr. Einstein, don't worry. I know who you are. No problem. You
don't need (i)  (pre-modify the noun using an article) ticket. I'm sure you bought one." Einstein
looked at him and said, "Young man, I too, know who I am. But I need my ticket (j)  (use an
infinitive phrase) where I'm going."
15. CHATTOGRAM GOVT. COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
The Amazon rainforest, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive) produces more than 20%
of the world's oxygen. This is why scientists call it 'the lungs of the earth'. In size, the forest is twice
(b)  (post-modify the noun with an equative/ adjective phrase) India. It is the world's (c) 
(pre-modify the noun with a superlative) biological reservoir, containing several million species of
plants and animals. It is home to a (d)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) variety of insects
and birds. (e)  (Use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) area of immense natural beauty
plays a/ an (f)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) role in limiting climate change. Its rich
vegetation takes carbon dioxide out of the air and releases oxygen. Unfortunately, the Amazonian
rainforest is shrinking. And in the recent years, it has shrunk (g)  (Post-modify the verb with a
comparative) than ever before. About 17% of the forest has been destroyed over the past 50 years. In
the 20th century, Brazil's (h)  (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) growing population settled
in major areas of the Amazon rainforest. Fires have also become (i)  (Use an intensifier to modify
the adjective) frequent. Some 75,000 fires occurred in the Brazilian Amazon during the first half of
2019. Environmentalists, (j)  (Use a participle phrase to post-modify the noun) the destruction in
the region, have called for more effective conservation efforts.
16. CHATTOGRAM GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
The sun rises (a)  (post-modify the verb). Everyday it brings us (b)  (pre-modify the noun)
dreams. We work (c)  (post-modify the verb) to materialise our dreams. (d)  (use present
participle) dreams requires perseverance and sincerity. Because our life is (e)  (use preposition
phrase). We have to overcome every hurdle (f)  (use an infinitive phrase). Sometimes we fail
miserably. But we have to brave the hazards of life (g)  (use prepositional phrase). A man with (h)
 (premodify the noun) spirit can overcome any impediment successfully. He can put on the
crown of (i)  (use possessive pronoun) success. Then he can take (j)  (use intensifier) pride in
his hard earned success.
17. FATICKCHARI GOVT. COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM2019
English is an (a)  (pre-modify the noun) language and we are living in a (b)  (pre-modify the
noun) village. But, most of the people of (c)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) country do
not understand the importance of learning English. If you know English (d)  (post-modify the
verb), you will be able (e)  (use an infinitive to post-modify the verb) easily with the people of the
world. In learning any foreign language you have to acquire (f)  (use a quantifier to pre-modify
the noun) skills such as listening, reading, writing and speaking. These skills are called (g)  (use
a noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun) skill. Without developing (h)  (use a demonstrative to
pre-modify the noun) four skills of English, you can't complete your (i)  (pre-modify the noun)
education as most of the books of higher education are written in English. English is also (j) 
(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) important to get a good job and good salaries.
18. SYLHET GOVT. WOMEN’S COLLEGE, SYLHET2019
People around were just watching as the (a)  (pre-modify the noun) boy started (b)  (post-
modify the verb with an infinitive) into the (c)  (pre-modify the noun) canal. Then the traffic
constable came. (d)  (pre-modify the noun with present participle) no time, he jumped into the
canal. The (e)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) constable did not think of his (f)  (pre-
modify the noun) life. He was (g)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) kind that he
risked his life. People (h)  (post-modify the noun with present participle) by the canal praised him
(i)  (post-modify the verb with an intensifier). This type of people is a model (j)  (post-modify
the noun with an infinitive).
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19. SYLHET COMMERCE COLLEGE, SYLHET2019

Bangladesh is a (a)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) country. But there are about 150
million people in our country. (b)  (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) large number of
population causes many problem for us. We should take proper steps (c)  (use an infinitive to
post-modify the verb) this problem. (d)  (use a participle to pre-modify the verb), most of the
people of our country are not aware of this problem. So, they give birth to (e)  (pre-modify the
noun) children in their life. Many parents want (f)  (use a noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun)
child. Over population creates (g)  (pre-modify the noun) problem for us. People cut down trees
(h)  (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) and furniture. It is (i)  (use an
intensifier to pre-modify the noun) tough for our government to educate them. This (j)  (use a
participle to pre-modify the noun) population creates unemployment problem.

20. BORDER GUARD PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, SYLHET2019

Gulliver felt (a)  (use an intensifier to modify the adjective) hungry, for he had not eaten anything
for many hours. He could not speak the (b)  (pre-modify the noun) language of the little folk. So
he tried (c)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) to his mouth. The technique worked (d) 
(post-modify the verb). The little men understood him. (e)  (pre-modify the verb with present
participle) against his sides, they carried baskets of food. Gulliver was very glad (f)  (post-modify
the verb with an infinitive phrase). He ate three (g)  (pre-modify the noun) loaves at one bite. He
saw the men (h)  (post-modify the noun with present participle) to and fro beside his body.
Gulliver felt happy and fell into (i)  (use a determiner) sleep. The king of the land ordered his men
(j)  (post-modify the verb with infinitive) him to the capital as soon as they could.

21. BRINDABAN GOVT. COLLEGE, HABIGANJ2019

Eve-teasing means to harass women physically and mentally. It is a (a)  (pre-modify the noun)
crime. Generally (b)  (pre-modify the noun) boys tease girls and women. (c)  (Use quantifier to
pre-modify the noun) boys who fail to get (d)  (Pre-modify the noun) love (e)  (post-modify the
verb) harass girls and women. Being (f)  (Use intensifier to pre-modify the verb) upset they
commit suicide (g)  (post-modify the verb). Eve-teasing at (h)  (Use determiner to pre-modify
the noun) cost should be stopped. Eve teasers should be given (i)  (Pre-modify the noun)
punishment. (j)  (Pre-modify the noun) awareness should be raised to stop eve-teasing.

22. MOULVIBAZAR GOVT. COLLEGE, MOULVIBAZAR2019

Kuakata, (a)  (use an appositive to post-modify the noun) is a rare scenic spot of Patuakhali
district. (b)  (use determiner) name Kuakata takes (c)  (use possessive) origin from the story
of a Kua or well dug on the sea shore by the early Rakhaine settlers for collecting drinking water.
The Rakhaines had landed on Kuakata after being (d)  (use participle) from Arakan by the
Mughals. Kuakata is one of the (e)  (pre-modify the noun) spots which allows a visitor (f) 
(use an infinitive to post-modify the noun) both the sunrise and the sunset from the beach. It is (g)
 (use an intensifier) a virgin beach and a sanctuary for migratory (h)  (use a noun adjective)
birds. Kuakata is (i)  (use an adverb) a holy land for the Hindus and Buddhists. Each year
thousands of devotees come here to attend the festivals Rash Purnima and Maghi Purnima. On these
(j)  (use quantifier to premodify the noun) days, pilgrims take holy bath and enjoy going to the
traditional fairs.

23. SREEMANGAL GOVT. COLLEGE, SREEMANGAL, MOULVIBAZAR2019

Hercules was the son of Jupiter and Alcmena. Eurystheus, (a)  (use appositive to post-modify the
noun) made him undergo (b)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) difficult tasks, which are
known in Greek myth as the twelve labours of Hercules. The first involved a fight with a lion. The
valley (c)  (use prepositional phrase) was being disturbed by a (d)  (use adjective to pre-
modify the noun) lion and so Eurystheus ordered Hercules (e)  (use to infinitive to post-modify
the verb) the animal on his own and bring him (f)  (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) skin.
At first Hercules tried to fight the lion (g)  (use prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun) but
this took him (h)  (use adverbials to post-modify the verb). Then Hercules attempted a different
tactic. He decided he would use his hands. He thus managed to slay the animal (i)  (use adverb
phrase to post-modify the verb). relying entirely on his immense strength. Victorious, he returned to
Mycenae (j)  (use present participle to post-modify the verb) the dead lion on his shoulder.
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24. AMRITA LAL DEY COLLEGE, BARISHAL2019

A craftwork is an art of (a)  (Pre-modify the noun) products, which are handmade. Nakshikantha,
(b)  (Post-modify the noun with an appositive), is a wonder of (c)  (Pre-modify the noun with a
possessive) culture. It points to the (d)  (Pre-modify the noun) originality. But we don’t know the
name of its artist. However, the shape and design of a craftwork depend (e)  (Post-modify the
verb) on the desire of the artist. Most of craftworks in the Museum of Bangladesh are bought from
the (f)  (Use noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) fairs. (g)  (Use participle to pre-modify
the noun) crafts should be revived and can be made (h)  (Use an infinitive to post-modify the
verb) them. (i)  (Use demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) craftworks are our assets. Initiatives
can be done by providing loans and assistance to (j)  (Use article to pre-modify the noun)
producers.
25. BHOLA GOVT. COLLEGE, BHOLA2019
Mother is a (a)  (pre-modify the noun) asset. Allah, (b)  (use appositive), most generously
gives us (c)  (use determiner) blessing of Him. It is she (d)  (use relative clause) to keep us
happy (e)  (use participle) her happiness. Her face beams with joy (f)  (use a participle) us
happy. When we are helpless, she keeps us (g)  (use intensifier) close. She labours (h)  (post-
modify the verb) from dawn to (i)  (pre-modify the noun) hours at night. (j)  (use an infinitive)
in this world and after world, we must take a great care of her.
26. DINAJPUR GOVT. WOMEN'S COLLEGE, DINAJPUR2019
One hot (a)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) day an ant was searching for some
water. Walking for some time she came to a (b)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) spring.
To reach the spring she had to climb up a blade of grass. While climbing the blade of (c)  (use a
demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) grass, she slipped and fell into water. A dove from a mango
tree saw this incident. (d)  (use a participle phrase to pre-modify the verb) the dove quickly
plucked off a leaf and dropped it into the water near the (e)  (use a present participle to pre-
modify the noun) ant. The ant moved towards the leaf and climbed up there. Soon it carried her (f)
 (use an adverb to post-modify the verb) to the dry ground. Just at that time the ant saw a
hunter standing (g)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) close to him. He was aiming
an arrow at the dove (h)  (use relative clause to post-modify the adjective). So the ant took a firm
determination to save the dove's life. She (i)  (use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) went to the
hunter and gave him a severe bite. The hunter cried out in pain and missed the target. The dove saw
this and flew away (j)  (use an infinitive phrase to pre-modify the verb).
27. RANGPUR GOVT. COLLEGE, RANGPUR2019
Bangladesh is an (a)  (pre-modify the noun) country. About four decades have passed since we
achieved (b)  (use possessive) independence. (c)  (use prepositional phrase to pre-modify the
noun) building a golden Bangladesh, we fought against Pakistan and got our freedom. But our
dream has not been fulfilled (d)  (post-modify the verb). Still we are not free from poverty,
hunger, corruption, nepotism, over population, unemployment, power crisis, political unrest, food
shortage, price hike etc. (e)  (use present participle to pre-modify the noun) all these problems
the present government has taken some pragmatic and time proven steps (f)  (use infinitive to
pre-modify the noun) most of these problems. The aim of the government is to set up technology (g)
 (use past participle to post-modify the noun) digital governance, E-commerce, E-education, E-
banking, E-agriculture, E-planning (h)  (use present participle to pre-modify the noun) the total
development of the country and the nation. So, we should focus on the power crisis (i)  (use
infinitive to pre-modify the noun) Bangladesh a digital one. To develop the nation, more power (j) 
(use present participle to pre-modify the noun) plants should be introduced.
28. LIONS SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR2019
Modern life depends (a)  (post-modify the verb) on transport. We can understand well how
important transport is when it is hampered by (b)  (pre-modify the noun) disasters and political
crisis. Transport helps us (c)  (Post-modify the verb with an infinitive) our destinations. It has
quickened trade and commerce (d)  (Post-modify the verb). It also helps us (e)  (Post-modify
the verb with an infinitive) with our relatives and friends. The development of transport has made
the world small. We can travel to any country (f)  (Post-modify the verb). We use transport (g)
 (Use an infinitive to post-modify the verb) our goods and products to different places. The use of
transport saves our time (h)  (Post-modify the verb). It also helps us (i)  (Post-modify the verb
with an infinitive) knowledge and ideas. (j)  (Pre-modify the verb with a present participle phrase)
we can promote understanding among the nations.
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29. SAIDPUR GOVT. TECHNICAL COLLEGE, SAIDPUR, NILPHAMARI2019

Zainul Abedin, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive), was born in 1914 in Kishoregonj,
Mymensingh. His (b)  (use a noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun) life near the pictorial banks
of Brahmaputra river was (c)  (use article to pre-modify the noun phrase) endless source of
inspiration for him throughout his career. (d)  (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) sketches
of the great famine of 1943 in the state of Bengal brought him (e)  (pre-modify the noun phrase
with an adjective) fame and recognition. Zainul Abedin was associated with (f)  (use determiner
to pre-modify the noun) stages of the liberation movement (g)  (use a prepositional phrase to
post-modify the verb). He was (h)  (use article to pre-modify the noun phrase) founder of the Folk
Art Museum in Sonargaon near Dhaka and Zainul Abedin Sangrahashala in Mymensingh. In
Bangladesh, (i)  (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun phrase) talented man is known as
Shilpacharya (j)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive).

30. MYMENSINGH GIRLS' CADET COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH2018

 BAF Shaheen College, Chattogram2018
A few days ago, the (a)  (pre-modify the noun with a noun adjective) ceremony was held. We
invited our friends and relatives (b)  (post-modify the noun with infinitive phrase). The (c) 
(pre-modify the noun) guests started to come in the evening. We received them (d)  (post-modify
the verb). We all were waiting (e)  (post-modify the verb with infinitive) the bridegroom. The
groom came at about 8 p.m. We were happy (f)  (post-modify the adjective with infinitive phrase).
The groom came (g)  (post-modify the verb with a present participle) wedding dress. He was
looking (h)  (pre-modify the adjective with intensifier) smart and handsome. I took him to the
stage (i)  (post-modify the verb with a present participle) his hand. He took his seat. The Quazi
solemnized the marriage (j)  (post-modify the verb with present participle phrase) from the Holy
Quran.

31. RANGPUR CADET COLLEGE, RANGPUR2018

 Kalikapur Abdul Matin Khasru Degree College, Burichang, Cumilla2018; Ispahani Public School & College, Chattogram2017
Once a cake was stolen by two cats from (a)  (use article to pre-modify the noun) house. But
each of the cats claimed that it was his earning and was not prepared (b)  (Use an infinitive
phrase to post-modify the verb) a share to the other. When (c)  (Use possessive to pre-modify the
noun) quarrel reached the climax, a monkey appeared (d)  (Post-modify the verb with
prepositional phrase). He offered himself (e)  (Use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb)
the dispute. Somehow the cats agreed to his suggestion. Then the monkey took the cake and divided
it into (f)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) parts. He weighed each of the parts separately,
and found that one was heavier than the other. So he gave a good bite to the (g)  (Use an
adjective to pre-modify the noun) piece to make it of lesser weight, and weighed it again. Now he
found the other part heavier. He followed the same process (h)  (Post-modify the verb with an
adverbial). And the cake was almost eaten up by the (i)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify the
noun) monkey this way. So the cats wanted the remaining parts back from the monkey. At this, the
monkey said that they could not get them back, because he engaged his time for them. So saying,
the monkey swallowed the two small pieces of the cake and jumped (j)  (Post-modify the verb
with prepositional phrases) of a tree, beyond the reach of the cats.
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06 Key to Use of Modifiers

1. (a) inborn (b) to know (c) many (d) surrounding (e) unknown (f) an (g) very (h) similar (i) Knowing (j)
best
2. (a) the great French conquerer (b) Suddenly (c) small (d) why he had made that small boat (e) getting
on (f) other (g) long time (h) of the boy (i) all (j) his
3. (a) good/sound (b) early (c) in the morning (d) fresh (e) regularly/daily (f) to keep fit/to remain fit (g)
mental (h) future (i) for preparing themselves (j) less
4. (a) last night (b) hearing (c) little (d) Going there (e) old (f) who were inside the cottage (g) burning (h)
one of my cousins (i) to save the victims (j) very
5. (a) our (b) well/clearly (c) often (d) irrelevant/lengthy (e) poor (f) properly (g) your (h) to get expected
marks (i) exactly/blindly (j) very
6. (a) a widow of forty (b) standing (c) in an accident/suddenly/abruptly (d) sole (e) early in the morning
(f) to maintain/run (g) to send (h) very/so (i) enough (j) necessary/requisite
7. (a) a town of Germany (b) so (c) that (d) long (e) there (f) solving the problem (g) to play on a flute (h)
strange (i) playing on the flute abruptly (j) into the river
8. (a) teak (b) tall (c) very (d) Hearing this (e) to pride himself (f) strong (g) firmly (h)
fiercely/severely/gradually (i) lying down on the ground (j) that
9. (a) the (b) frequent (c) Oral (d) needful (e) to cure (f) homemade (g) frequently/usually (h) common (i)
poorer (j) neonatal
10. (a) communicative (b) for a variety of purposes (c) Each (d) based on a theme/topic (e) to practise (f)
language (g) The (h) to play (i) in the learning of English (j) their
11. (a) special (b) to have (c) to come (d) new (e) to celebrate (f) birthday (g) on it (h) depending (i) to wish
(j) birthday
12. (a) a street child (b) his (c) to go away (d) Now (e) far (f) to him (g) to send (h) waiting (i) Now (j) to earn
his living
13. (a) who is about to finish school (b) of going to college (c) other (d) educating a daughter (e) somehow
(f) little (g) about getting married (h) bringing up children (i) being (j) to fulfil her dream
14. (a) the great physicist (b) the (c) trouser (d) in the seat (e) to move (f) great (g) his (h) back (i) a (j) to
know
15. (a) the biggest of its type (b) as large as (c) largest (d) wide (e) This (f) significant/important (g) more
(h) ever (i) quite (j) observing profoundly
16. (a) in the east (b) many/new (c) hard (d) Malerializing (e) full of difficulties/hurdles (f) to materialize
our dreams (g) in attaining/achieving success (h) indomitable (i) his (j) much
17. (a) international (b) global (c) our (d) well/properly/fluently/correctly (e) to communicate (f) four (g)
language (h) these/those (i) higher (j) very
18. (a) small (b) to fall (c) roadside (d) Wasting/Sparing (e) brave/selfless (f) own (g) so (h) standing (i)
highly (j) to follow/imitate
19. (a) small (b) This (c) to mitigate/solve (d) Being uneducated (e) many (f) male (g) serious (h) to make
houses (i) very/quite (j) increasing/growing
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20. (a) very (b) local/native/mother (c) to point (d) well (e) Moving/Turning (f) to see the food (g) huge (h)
running (i) deep (j) to take
21. (a) heinous (b) debauched (c) Some (d) desired (e) also (f) very (g) too (h) any (i) exemplary (j)
Social/Public
22. (a) locally known as Sagar Kannya (b) The (c) its (d) expelled (e) unique (f) to watch (g) truly (h) winter
(i) also (j) two
23. (a) the king of Mycenae and his cousin (b) some (c) of Nemea (d) terrible (e) to slay (f) his (g) with his
club and arrows (h) nowhere (i) on his own (j) carrying
24. (a) cultural (b) a very excellent piece of craftwork (c) our (d) artistic (e) largely/mostly/entirely (f)
village/country (g) Dying/Disappearing (h) to sell (i) These (j) the
25. (a) valuable/heavenly (b) the Almighty (c) this (d) who does her best (e) sacrificing/dedicating (f)
seeing/finding (g) very (h) hard (i) late (j) To get rewarded/To get blessed
26. (a) summer (b) flowing (c) that (d) Seeing the predicament of the ant (e) drowning (f) safely (g) very (h)
who saved her life (i) quickly (j) to save her life.
27. (a) independent (b) our (c) With a view to (d) yet (e) Addressing (f) to solve (g) based (h) targeting (i) to
make (j) generating
28. (a) much (b) natural (c) to reach (d) to a great extent/greatly (e) to communicate (f) within a short
time (g) to take/carry (h) to a great extent (i) to obtain/acquire (j) By using transport/Making proper
use of transport
29. (a) a great artist (b) childhood (c) an (d) His (e) worldwide/international (f) all (g) in order to inspire
the freedom fighters (h) the (i) this (j) the great teacher of art
30. (a) marriage (b) to attend the ceremony (c) invited (d) warmly (e) to greet/to receive (f) to see the
groom (g) wearing (h) very (i) holding (j) reciting the verses
31. (a) a (b) to give (c) their (d) on the scene/at the spot (e) to settle (f) two (g) bigger/heavier (h) again
and again (i) clever (j) onto the branch
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USE OF SENTENCE
07 CONNECTORS

Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage.
Ques.
0.5  14 = 7

1. NOTRE DAME COLLEGE, DHAKA2019

In our country women are the worst sufferers of social prejudices. (a)  when a female child is
born, it is not regarded as a happy moment. (b) , she is not welcome with the deep warmth of
heart. (c) , the male members think (d)  she has come to add to their misery. (e)  the
mother of the female child is not welcome cordially for giving birth to a female child. (f) , she is
held in great contempt. (g)  there are many reasons behind the social superstition. (h) , she
is regarded as a great liability to be got rid of as soon as possible. (i) , her parents try to find a
husband for her (j)  before she attains physical (k)  mental maturity. (l)  her parents
think that she won't be able to contribute to the income of her parents family. (m) , they are not
willing to spend money for her education. (n)  girls are totally denied of the opportunities of
education.

2. SAFIUDDIN SARKER ACADEMY & COLLEGE, TONGI, GAZIPUR2019

Many of our students cannot write out their examination paper fairly well. (a) , they cannot
understand the questions properly. (b)  they often beat about the bush. It is (c)  they learn
their lessons by rote (d)  so fail to understand the questions properly. (e) , they cram their
answers with irrelevant (f)  unnecessary details. (g)  their teachers suggest (h)  their
answer should be brief (i)  precise, they often lengthen them unnecessarily (j)  they may get
good marks. (k) , they are mistaken (l)  do not get expected marks. (m) , you should
understand the questions well and (n)  answer them to the point.

3. We have some memorable days in our life. (a)  we do not forget some days. (b) , we remember
every moment of them quite vividly. (c)  my first day at school is a memorable day in my life (d)
 my mother took me to school. (e) , I was very nervous when I found so many new faces
there. (f)  I got myself introduced to some of them. (g) , I shared my interests with them. (h)
, I got rid of my nervousness gradually. There were no classes on that day. (i) , the teachers
came one by one and introduced themselves to us. All of them seemed very cordial. (j) , I
developed a liking for our Headmistress who was an old but smart lady. (k) , I took her as a
model from the very first day. (l) , she was second to my mother. My first day at school took me
to a new world. (m) , it was the beginning of a new life. (n) , it is an eternal source of joy for
me.

4. Communicative English refers to the knowledge of English which is essential to communicate with
others. (a)  we have to do certain things in order to learn communicative English effectively. (b)
, we must acquire all four communicative skills, (c) , reading, writing, listening and
speaking. (d) , without any of these skills, it will be difficult for us to learn communicative
English effectively. (e) , these skills must be learnt with equal importance. (f) , we must
create real-life situations. (g) , they give us better understanding of the use of our communicative
skills. (h) , they allow us to overcome our shyness and nervousness. (i)  we must have a rich
vocabulary. (j)  we may not understand when we read or listen something. (k) , we must
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practice with someone who is a native speaker. (l)  this could be through conversation, chatting,
emails or letters. (m)  a native speaker is not available, we may practice with someone within the
family environment. (n) , by following these steps we can learn communicative English
effectively.
5. Once there lived a good number of frogs in a pond. (a)  on a rainy day, they were in a joyous
mood. (b) , they started playing. (c) , there were only a few of them. (d) , almost all the
frogs joined the play. (e) , the young ones were very enthusiastic. (f)  they jumped into the air
and then dived into the water. (g) , some of them began to sing in a loud voice. (h) , they were
really wonderful to watch on. (i) , some boys were passing by the pond. (j)  one of them
proposed to hit the frogs with stones in order to have some fun. (k) , they started throwing
stones at the frogs. (l) , some of the frogs got injured and some of them were killed. (m)  the
boys did not stop their cruel game. (n) , they continued throwing stones at the innocent frogs.
6. Early rising is one of the best habits (a)  a man can possess. (b)  the benefits of early rising
are many. (c) , if we get up early, we get enough time to work. (d) , we can enjoy the fresh air
of the morning. (e)  it refreshes our body and mind. (f) , we can take some exercises or a
walk. (g)  nature smiles with colourful flowers and chirping of birds in the morning. (h) ,
early rising takes us to close contact with wonderful world of nature. (i) , if we do not get up early
in the morning, we suffer a lot. (j) , we do not have enough time to do our work. (k) , we
cannot finish our work in time. (l) , late rising from bed tells upon our health. (m) , we can
never enjoy the freshness of nature. (n) , we should make a habit of early rising and stay safe
and sound both physically and mentally.
7. Tension means mental, emotional (a)  nervous strain. (b)  almost all the people of all walks of
life suffer from tension. (c)  there are many reasons of tension. (d)  the aim of the people is
now very high which is unattainable. (e)  he faces many difficulties to reach his destination. (f)
 this tendency puts him into tension. (g) , the man obsessed with tension cannot perform his
assigned duties in time and properly. (h) , because of tension, he becomes ill-tempered (i) 
shows a sign of arrogance (j)  tells upon his personal image. (k) , a man can easily avoid
tension, But how? (l)  simple living and thinking is the best way of life. (m) , we should be
contented with (n)  we have.
8. A cyclone is a devastating storm in Bangladesh that moves at a high speed. (a)  it causes
immense harm to people and property. (b)  the inhabitants of coastal regions are the main
victims of cyclone. (c)  the cyclone of Bangladesh originates from the Bay of Bengal. (d)  it is
accompanied by thunders and heavy showers. (e)  unbearable heat is felt for a few days. (f) 
one day the sky becomes terribly dark and strong winds begin to blow. (g)  a terrible situation is
created that lasts for hours. (h)  it causes a great havoc causing death to people and other
animals. (i)  dwelling houses are blown away. (j)  the cyclone is followed by scarcity of food
and outbreak of various diseases. (k)  the great loss caused by cyclones can be reduced. (l) 
prior warning can be given to people using modern technology of weather forecast. (m)  people
and domestic animals of the cyclone-prone areas can be shifted to cyclone shelters. (n) , a quick
relief and medical treatment should be made available.
9. Earthquake is one of the most devastating natural calamities that attacks Bangladesh very often. (a)
 Dhaka lies in the active earthquake zone. (b)  people of Bangladesh are aware of it. (c) 
experts do not give any straight answer, they keep studying the issue. (d)  they call for adequate
precautions to minimize losses. (e)  they have called for an earthquake resistant building code to
follow as mandatory. (f)  there are two schools of experts regarding earthquakes. (g)  one of
them opines that the recurrence of quakes should be taken as a signal for a major earthquake. (h)
 another opines that the concern should not be amplified. (i)  although there are a number of
fault lines underneath, none of these is active enough. (j)  none of the schools rules out the
possibility. (k)  we must be cautious of it. (l)  the RAJUK should develop a code. (m)  the
loss could be heavier. (n)  they won't be able to avoid the responsibility.
10. Illiteracy is a great problem in Bangladesh. (a)  most of the people of our country cannot read
and write. (b)  the literacy rate in Bangladesh is too low. (c) , it is too poor to imagine. (d) 
some other problems like poverty, unemployment and terrorism are on the rise. (e)  there are
many reasons responsible for our illiteracy. (f)  we can mention poverty as the root cause. (g) 
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majority of our people cannot have two square meals a day, they cannot send their children to
schools. (h)  some guardians do send, they leave the schools before completing primary
education. (i)  many of them leave school in search of work. (j)  some steps have been taken
by the govt. to solve this problem. (k)  free primary education, food for education and free
education for girls upto secondary level have already been running. (l)  social awareness is
another reason. (m)  it is a matter of satisfaction that it is increasing day by day. (n) 
everyone should come forward to solve the problem of illiteracy.
11. Trees are useful to man in three very important ways. (a) , they provide man with wood, food and
other products. (b) , they give man shade. (c)  they help to prevent drought and floods. (d)
, in many parts of the world, man has not realised their importance. (e) , he has cut down
trees in large numbers. (f)  he can't realize that he has lost the best friend he had. (g)  it is
difficult for a government to persuade people. (h)  the forest will slowly disappear. (i)  people
want to cook food with wood and earn money by selling wood or making charcoal. (j)  they are
too careless to plant and look after the new trees. (k)  rains falls on hard ground, causes floods
and washes away the rich top soil. (l)  all the top soil is gone, nothing remains but worthless
desert. (m)  if there are trees, their roots bind the soil. (n)  they prevent the soil from washing
away.
12. Women can play important role in all spheres of life. (a)  they are no longer confined within the
four walls of their parents' or husbands' house. (b)  they are working hand in hand with men in
all the development programmes of the government. (c)  by receiving higher education they are
becoming pilots, doctors, engineers, teachers, administrators, etc. (d)  they have been able to
prove their worth. (e)  they are contributing much to the economy of the country. (f)  it needs
no telling that women are playing a great role in the socio-economic condition of our country. (g) 
they are gradually realizing the need for financial independence. (h)  their incomes are needed to
supplement their husbands' earnings in order to meet the growing costs of living. (i) , especially
among the poorer sections of the society, women have greater role in decision making. (j)  it's a
long way before women can discover their full potentiality in the job market. (k)  lack of security
and deep-rooted male selfishness have not been able to deter our women. (l)  development
continues and society evolves, the number of women entering the work force will increase. (m) 
it's quite impossible to deny their contribution. (n)  it is time to honour them.
13. Bangladesh is a poor country. She faces floods every year, (a) she is improving day by day. (b)
 she is blessed with many natural resources, they are not properly utilized. (c)  many
measures are being taken to use them. (d)  they nip in the bud due to corruption,
mismanagement, etc. (e)  Allah has given us vast wealth here and there such as on the ground
and under the ground. (f)  our country is enriched with many attractive places (g)  may be
used as tourist spots. (h)  tourism may be a good source of earning. (i)  government should
pay heed to this sector. (j)  private investors should come forward to improve this sector. (k) 
we all can realize the importance of tourism as early as possible, it will bring a good result for the
country. (l)  we stretch out our hands for the improvement of tourism, foreigners will not come to
visit our country. (m)  we are not able to keep our tourism out of political violence, we will lag
behind (n) .
14. There was a time (a) —— life in a village was the life of peace and happiness. Gone are those days (b)
 the villagers had enough and to spare, (c)  the nation lived in the villages. (d)  a village is
not a comfortable place to live in. Those (e)  live in villages fall into three classes, namely, the
rich, the middle class and the toiling mass. The rich are very few, (f)  they turn away from the
village and usually live in towns. Some of the middle class people are land-holders. (g) —— they do
not cultivate the land themselves. (h)  the vast majority of the villagers belong to the toiling
masses. (i)  the village is also full of dirty politics. There are some shrewd people (j)  keep up
quarrels, rivalries and litigations among the rival groups to get some financial benefits out of them.
(k)  the life of the villagers is a sad tale of woes and sufferings. (l)  we must not forget that (m)
 the villages die out, the fate of our nation will be sealed forever. Villages must be reconstructed
at any cost (n)  village life should be restored to its former state.
15. Truthfulness is the greatest and most important of all human virtues. It is important to build up the
character of a man. A man (a)  character is not good is not loved by anybody. (b)  we should
always speak the truth. Our society cannot exist (c)  we all be liars. A truthful man keeps his
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word. (d) , people depend upon (e)  he says. They give him responsible work. He is not afraid
of anybody. He may be poor, (f)  he lives a peaceful and happy life, because he knows (g)  he
is pure in mind and he is right. (h) , the word of a truthful man has great value. (i)  his
words carry more weight than documents. A truthful man, (j) ——, has a clear conscience and does
not fear anybody. (k)  his mind is free from anxiety (l)  constantly troubles a liar. (m)  his
enemies respect him, (n)  his respect is more important than any costly jewel.
16. The habit of overeating is very dangerous for health. We eat (a)  we can live. (b)  there are
some people (c]  foster a view (d)  we have come to this world for one time; (e)  eat (f) 
you can. There are also some people who eat (g)  want to eat whatever they see. They do not
follow any routine of eating (h)  think of the food value. (i)  they have to suffer from various
indigestion problems and (j)  become too fat to live a normal life. There is a saying, “A man dies
not from less eating (k)  from overeating." (l)  we turn our eyes to our surroundings we see
(m)  those who are in the habit of overeating suffer from so many problems. (n) , nobody
should develop the dangerous habit of overeating.
17. Human life is short (a)  you have a lot of jobs to do. (b) - you must make proper use of time,
(c)  you will do everything in the right time. (d)  you should not put off any work for
tomorrow. (e)  you do not perform it in just time, you will never be able to finish your work. You
must make use of every moment, (f) , you must make a routine of your daily life. (g)  you will
get up from bed early m the morning (h)  start doing your work according to the routine. (i) 
a student, you will sometimes follow your teachers and seek their advice about using your time. (j)
, you may go to your superiors for their advice, (k)  you should remember that your parents
are your best guides. (l)  you must not waste a single moment, (m)  you should always keep
in mind (n)  the most important thing of life is this time.
18. Socrates is considered one of the greatest thinkers of all times. This was not (a)  he was the most
intelligent, (b)  as he states in the apology, it was (c)  he knew he didn't know everything. He
enjoyed questioning people (d)  getting them to think deeper (e)  he would consider other's
opinion. He refers to himself as a gadfly (f)  pesters the horse into action. This is the case in
Plato's Meno. Socrates is having a discussion with Meno on (g)  virtues are teachable. This
conversation leads to the understanding of (h)  it takes for a man to be successful. Socrates
states (i)  there are two ways in (j)  men succeed. One is to gain true knowledge (k)  the
other is to express right opinion, (l)  there are differences between them, they both will lead to
success. (m) , Socrates refers to true knowledge as one of the ways in which men (n) 
succeed.
19. Gender discrimination in Bangladesh begins at birth. Most parents want to have children (a) 
they can, (b)  they are older, supplement their family income (c)  for help with the domestic
work. In the existing socio-economic set-up, male children are best suited to this purpose. (d) 
girls are born to an unwelcome world, (e) , they are assigned, (f)  confined to domestic
chores. Some of these girls may be at school. (g)  all their work domestic or academic stops (h)
 they are married off, (i)  is the prime concern of the parents about their daughters. (j) ——,
they are ill-treated by the in-laws (k)  they fail to fulfil their demands. They have to do (l)  the
members of the in-law family want and (m)  they want. (n) , the girls can contribute a little to
the socio-economic development of the nation.
20. Students at school read books to please their teacher. (a)  the teacher says that this, that or the
other is a good book (b)  that it is sign of good taste to enjoy it, many students get the book, (c)
 they read it. Some students may genuinely like the book. (d)  they feel grateful to the
teacher for recommending the book for reading. (e) , many students will not honestly like it. (f)
, they will persuade themselves (g)  they like it. (h)  that does a great deal of harm. (i)
, they take a dislike to the writer of the book, (j)  they think (k)  there is something wrong
with them. (l)  the teacher should be tactful (m)  suggesting students regarding their reading
of books. (n) , the pupils will be misguided.
21. Health is the general condition of one’s body and mind. It (a)  refers to the soundness of body
and mind together. A healthy man is an asset to a family (b)  a society. He can do family
responsibilities nicely. (c) - he can do social responsibilities properly, (d)  he can enjoy his
life. (e)  an unhealthy man is a burden of a family as well as a society. An unhealthy man cannot
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eat and do (f)  he likes to eat and do. He may have intelligence, merit, learning power, (g)  he
cannot put them to the use and reap their benefits. (h) , health is the source of all happiness in
life. (i)  a question may be raised here (j)  a man can be healthy. A man can be healthy by
following discipline. (k)  he should take balanced diet to remain hale and hearty. (l)  he
should take proper rest and repose. (m)  he should take physical exercise regularly. (n)  he
should maintain cleanliness everywhere.

22. Time and tide wait for none, (a)  once it gets lost can never be recovered. (b)  no one can stop
the onward march of time. (c)  we waste it thoughtlessly. (d) , we should not waste a single
moment in vain. (e)  we should make proper use of every single moment of time. (f)  the
students should understand the value of time. (g)  It is a matter of great regret that some of the
students pass their valuable time in Facebook. (h)  they kill their time. (i)  they cannot
prepare their lessons well. (j)  they always have a poor preparation for their examination. (k) 
they cannot do well in the examination. (l)  they do not stop wasting time. (m)  they continue
to waste their time using Facebook (n)  it is too late for them.

23. It was the night before my math exam in the 2nd semester. I could not do better in the math exam of
1st semester. (a) , I was really serious about the exam. (b) , I was careful enough not to
spend a single moment in vain. (c)  the night did not pass smoothly at all. (d) , it was full of
mishaps. (e) , the electricity went out. I waited for it for about an hour, (f) , there was no sign
of its coming. (g)  , I lighted a candle and began to study again. The flickering light of the candle
was creating problems for me. (h) , I began to feel a bad headache. I really wanted to get rid of it.
(i) , I left my reading room and stood in the balcony for some time. I began to feel better (j) 
could not stay there for long. (k)  I left the place. (l)  , I went to my reading room again. (m)
, to add to my gladness the electricity came. I could finish my study within two hours. (n) , I
went to bed with a happy mind.

24. A thing of beauty is a joy forever. (a)  a flower is a symbol of beauty and purity. Its sweet smell
attracts one to all. (b)  flower cultivation was very rare in our country. (c)  the scenario has
changed. (d)  many people cultivate flowers not only for enjoying their beauty (e)  also for
earning money. (f)  in big cities and towns many flower shops have flourished. Different kinds of
flowers are sold there. (g)  the demand of flowers is increasing day by day. (h)  they are of
great use to us. (i)  we keep flowers in flower vase to beautify our drawing room. (j)  during
marriage ceremony we decorate gate and vehicle with flowers. (k) , we express our love and
affection towards anyone with flowers. (l)  flowers are associated with the beauty of a woman. (m)
 the presence of flowers can heal patient naturally by dropping their stress levels. (n)  the
use of flower is very great.

25. Gender discrimination in Bangladesh begins at birth. Most parents want to have children (a) 
they can, (b)  they are older, supplement their family income (c)  help with the domestic
work. In the existing socio-economic set-up, male children are best suited to this purpose. (d) 
girls are born to an unwelcome world. (e) , they are assigned, (f)  confined to domestic
chores. Some of these girls may be at school. (g)  all their work-domestic or academic stops (h)
 they are married off, (i)  is the prime concern of the parents about their daughters. (j) ,
they are ill-treated by the in-laws. (k)  they fail to fulfill their demands. They have to do (l) 
the members of the in-law family want and (m)  they want. (n) , the girls can contribute a
little to the socio-economic development of the nation.
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07 Key to Use of Sentence Connectors

1. (a) Firstly/Even (b) Usually/Generally (c) Because (d) that (e) Even/Moreover (f) Rather (g) Obviously
(h) In fact (i) That is why (j) even (k) and (l) Because/Generally (m) So (n) Thus
2. (a) In fact/Actually (b) So (c) because (d) and (e) Hence/As a result (f) and (g) Though (h) that (i) and
(j) thinking (k) But/However (l) and (m) Therefore (n) then
3. (a) However (b) Furthermore (c) For instance (d) On that day (e) Consequently/Really (f) Later/Then
(g) Additionally (h) Besides (i) Eventually (j) In addition (k) As a result (l) In my eyes
4. (a) However (b) First of all/Firstly (c) namely/such as (d) In fact/Truly speaking (e) That is why (f) For
this/In this regard (g) By this way/Because (h) Besides/Moreover (i) For this/Secondly (j) Otherwise
(k) Thirdly (l) For example (m) If (n) Thus
5. (a) And (b) So/Hence (c) At first (d) Gradually (e) In fact (f) Simultaneously (g) Besides (h) Truly
speaking (i) Meanwhile (j) Suddenly (k) Consequently (l) As a result (m) However (n) On the contrary/
Rather
6. (a) that (b) In fact (c) Firstly (d) Secondly (e) In addition (f) Besides (g) Moreover (h) In this way (i) On
the other hand (j) For example (k) As a consequence (l) Besides (m) At the same time (n) Therefore
7. (a) and (b) Actually (c) However (d) First/First of all (e) Hence (f) And (g) In fact/Truly (h)
Besides/Moreover (i) and (j) which (k) However (l) In particular (m) So (n) what
8. (a) In fact (b) Especially (c) Generally (d) Sometimes (e) Beforehand (f) Then (g) Thus (h) Consequently
(i) Besides (j) Usually (k) However (l) At first (m) Secondly (n) Moreover
9. (a) In fact (b) However (c) Though (d) And (e) Moreover (f) However (g) Actually (h) On the other hand
(i) Because (j) Yet (k) So (l) Besides (m) Otherwise (n) And
10. (a) Truly speaking (b) So (c) In fact (d) As a consequence (e) However (f) Firstly (g) As (h) Though (i) At
a very early stage (j) Now (k) For example (l) Moreover/Besides (m) But (n) Thus
11. (a) Firstly (b) Secondly (c) Thirdly (d) Unfortunately (e) Rather (f) But (g) Even (h) Consequently (i)
Actually (j) Usually (k) As a result (l) When (m) On the other hand (n) Thus
12. (a) Nowadays (b) Rather (c) And (d) Thus (e) In fact (f) So (g) Actually (h) Moreover (i) In many cases (j)
Although (k) Yet (l) As (m) So (n) Therefore
13. (a) Yet/But/Nevertheless (b) Though/Although (c) Sometimes/However (d) But (e) True that (f)
Moreover/Besides/In addition (g) which (h) Not only that (i) So (j) Even (k) If (l) Unless (m) If (n)
undoubtedly/ultimately
14. (a) when (b) when (c) and (d) But now (e) who (f) because (g) But (h) On the other hand (i) However (j)
who (k) On the whole (l) But (m) if (n) and
15. (a) whose (b) So (c) if (d) So (e) what (f) but (g) that (h) In fact (i) Sometimes (j) on the other hand (k)
So (l) that (m) Even (n) and
16. (a) so that (b) But (c) who (d) that (e) so (f) whatever (g) or (h) or (i) That is why (j) sometimes (k) but (l)
If (m) that (n) So
17. (a) but (b) So (c) and (d) Besides (e) If (f) and (g) So (h) and then (i) As (j) Moreover/At the same time
(k) but (l) Above all (m) and (n) that
18. (a) because (b) as (c) because (d) and (e) while (f) that (g) whether (h) what (i) that (j) which (k) and (l)
While/Although (m) Therefore/However (n) undoubtedly
19. (a) so that (b) when (c) and (d) Unfortunately/In fact (e) and (f) rather (g) But (h) as soon as (i) which
(j) However/But (k) if (l) whatever (m) as (n) So
20. (a) When (b) and (c) and (d) Besides (e) But (f) Rather (g) that (h) And (i) Either (j) or (k) that (l) So (m)
while (n) Otherwise
21. (a) basically (b) as well as (c) Also (d) And/At the same time (e) On the otherhand (f) what (g) but (h)
In fact (i) Now (j) how (k) Firstly (l) Secondly (m) Thirdly (n) Lastly/Finally
22. (a) and (b) In fact (c) Nevertheless (d) But (e) Instead/Rather (f) Especially (g) Unfortunately (h) Thus
(i) As a result/For this (j) Hence (k) So/As a result/Consequently/As a consequence (l) But/Yet/Even
though (m) Neverthless/Rather (n) till
23. (a) This is why/So/For this reason (b) Besides/Moreover (c) But (d) Actually/Truly Speaking (e)
Suddenly/All on a sudden (f) however (g) Then (h) Soon (i) So (j) but (k) At once/Soon/After a little
while (l) However (m) At that time/At this moment (n) At last/Finally
24. (a) In fact/Generally (b) Earlier (c) But (d) Nowadays (e) but (f) Recently/In recent time (g) Actually (h)
Because (i) First of all (j) Secondly (k) Thirdly (l) Often (m) According to science (n) In fact
25. (a) so that (b) when (c) and (d) So (e) However (f) rather (g) But (h) as soon as (i) which (j) But (k)
Consequently (l) what (m) how (n) As a result
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Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USE OF
08 SYNONYM & ANTONYM

Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
Ques.
0.5  14 = 7

1. Formalin is a very toxic chemical widely used as the preservative of foodstuffs like fish, milk, fruit,
vegetables etc. Once formalin is added to any foodstuff, it cannot be easily removed. Even washing
with hot water is not effective to make food safe. So, our people are exposed to the high risk of
formalin intoxication. But ingestion of a little amount of formalin can immediately cause serious
injury to our digestive system. Long term use of this poison certainly leads one to death. So strict
action must be taken against those who are ruining our nation by poisoning our foodstuffs.
(a) toxic (synonym) (f) high (synonym) (k) injury (synonym)
(b) widely (antonym) (g) intoxication (synonym) (l) certainly (antonym)
(c) preservative (synonym) (h) ingestion (synonym) (m) strict (antonym)
(d) remove (synonym) (i) amount (synonym) (n) ruin (synonym)
(e) effective (antonym) (j) immediately (synonym)

2. The battle of Yarmouk was fought between the Byzantine (Christian)empire and the nascent Islamic
state of Madina from 15  20 August 636 AD. The place where the battle took place, was by the
Yarmouk river which flows in the present day Jordan. Emperor Theodore led the Christian army
whereas Khalid-ibn-Walid spear headed the Muslim battalion. About two hundred thousand
Christian soldiers were deployed against a relatively small number of Muslim men of about forty
thousand. Yet the Bizantine army was defeated by the smaller Muslim forces. The reason for decisive
muslim victory was; Khalid adopted a tricky war strategy which nowadays is called 'an element of
surprise'. At the last phase of the battle, the Muslim cavalry horsemen attacked the enemies so
suddenly and so swiftly that the Christian forces were completely dumbfounded and began to run
away. But many of them could not flee. About 120000 Christian soldiers were slaughtered in the
battle against only 3000 (Three thousand) Muslim casualty.
(a) battle (synonym) (f) decisive (antonym) (k) completely (synonym)
(b) place (synonym) (g) victory (antonym) (l) flee (synonym)
(c) defeated (antonym) (h) tricky (synonym) (m) slaughtered (synonym)
(d) smaller (antonym) (i) strategy (synonym) (n) casualty (synonym)
(e) reason (synonym) (j) suddenly (antonym)

3. Lakshmipur Govt. Girls’ High School is situated at the heart of Lakshmipur district. It was
established in 1998 with a view to spreading female education in this rural area. It was nationalized
in 1984. Since then, this institution has been playing pioneering role in imparting female education.
It is a double shift school which starts at 7.30 Am. And breaks up at five Pm. This school has about
thirteen hundred students and roughly thirty teachers. There is severe shortage of teachers in this
school but the existing teachers are working relentlessly for ensuring proper teaching for the
students. The students of this famous school not only study well but also actively participate in
extracurricular activities like debate, recitation, music, quiz, games and sports etc. even, multimedia
class has been taken here regularly in order to make the subject knowledge easier, enjoyable and
better understandable. Recently, this well-known institute has received the Best School Award for its
outstanding JSC and SSC result.
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(a) established (antonym) (f) double (synonym) (k) student (antonym)

(b) spread (synonym) (g) roughly (synonym) (l) famous (antonym)
(c) education (antonym) (h) severe (synonym) (m) regularly (antonym)
(d) rural (antonym) (i) relentlessly (synonym) (n) enjoyable (synonym)
(e) institution (synonym) (j) proper (antonym)
4. Education is one of the basic needs of human being and is essential for any kind of development.
The poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be attributed to most people’s
inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health, sanitation
and population control. If they were educated, they could live a healthy and planned life. Education
teaches us how to earn well and how to spend well. It enables us to make the right choices in life
and to perform our duties properly. It enhances our ability to raise crops, store food, protect the
environment and carry out our social responsibilities.
(a) basic (synonym) (f) illiterate (synonym) (k) spend (antonym)
(b) essential (synonym) (g) sanitation (synonym) (l) enable (antonym)
(c) development (synonym) (h) population (synonym) (m) properly (synonym)
(d) condition (synonym) (i) healthy (antonym) (n) ability (antonym)
(e) inaccessibility (antonym) (j) teach (antonym)
5. Within the last century, the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere increased dramatically as
because people burnt vast amount of fossil, coal and petroleum. Average global temperature has also
increased by about 0.6 degree Celsius within the past century. Scientists find that human activities
are responsible for at least half of that temperature rise. They predict that unless drastic action is
taken, global temperature will continue to rise by about 0.8 degree Celsius over the next century.
This rise in atmospheric temperature will make the polar ice-caps melt. If it happens, the low lands
of many countries including Bangladesh will submerge.
(a) century (synonym) (f) increase (antonym) (k) continue (antonym)
(b) atmosphere (synonym) (g) responsible (synonym) (l) next (antonym)
(c) dramatically (synonym) (h) rise (antonym) (m) low (antonym)
(d) amount (synonym) (i) predict (synonym) (n) submerge (synonym)
(e) global (antonym) (j) drastic (synonym)
6. Education is regarded as the yardstick of development. Development and education go hand in
hand. Therefore, no development can be achieved without the advancement in the field of education.
Obtaining degrees shouldn't be the only aim of education. Redefinition of education is required to
make our people realize what the real education is. Real education develops the mentality of men. It
refines the sense of humanity. It can make men sensible, reasonable and optimistic. It does not
mean obtaining certificates. Real education cannot be derived from books only.
(a) regarded (synonym) (f) aim (synonym) (k) sensible (antonym)
(b) development (synonym) (g) required (synonym) (l) reasonable (antonym)
(c) achieved (synonym) (h) realize (synonym) (m) optimistic (antonym)
(d) field (synonym) (i) mentality (synonym) (n) real (antonym)
(e) obtain (antonym) (j) humanity (antonym)
7. It is said that Dr. Mahathir Mohamad was never defeated. He maintained that record and created
another one at 92 as the world’s oldest elected leader. He led the Malaysian for 22 years starting in
1981. He worked with a view to establishing a modern Malaysia. He turned Malaysia from a sleepy
backwater into a modern industrialized nation. The world’s tallest twin towers were built in Kuala
Lumpur during his reign. People consider him to be one of the wisest leaders of all time. He is
remembered with respect for his contribution to Malaysia and beyond.
(a) never (antonym) (f) establish (antonym) (k) wise (antonym)
(b) defeated (antonym) (g) sleepy (synonym) (l) remember (antonym)
(c) maintain (synonym) (h) modern (synonym) (m) respect (synonym)
(d) elected (synonym) (i) tallest (antonym) (n) contribution (synonym)
(e) start (antonym) (j) consider (synonym)
8. Formalin is a very toxic chemical which is widely used in fish and fish products, fruits and
vegetables with a view to preserving them for a long time. If formalin is added to any food stuff once,
it can't be eradicated easily. Even washing with hot water is not effective enough to make food save.
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So, our people are exposed to the high risk of formalin intoxication. The use of formalin and other
poisonous substances in food products produces various alarming diseases like liver cirrhosis,
cancer etc. Long term use of formalin certainly leads one to death. The criminals related to this
ghastly crime deserve severe punishment. So stern action should be taken against those who are
ruining our nation by poisoning our food stuffs.
(a) toxic (synonym) (f) effective (antonym) (k) certainly (antonym)
(b) widely (synonym) (g) high (synonym) (l) ghastly (antonym)
(c) product (synonym) (h) poisonous (synonym) (m) punishment (antonym)
(d) preserve (synonym) (i) various (synonym) (n) ruin (synonym)
(e) eradicate (synonym) (j) disease (synonym)

9. The literacy rate in Bangladesh is increasing day by day. We are lucky that at present our literacy
rate is 72.76%. But it is not sufficient for us. Because the literacy rate of India is 93.91%. So, in
order to cope with the neighbouring countries as well as the present competitive world we should
come forward to educate the illiterate. If we want to develop our country, the light of education
should be spread among the general mass and the quality education should be ensured. Otherwise,
we will not be skilled resourceful manpower. Consequently, the systematic development will be
hampered. We should try our level best to upgrade our literacy rate so that we can reach our target
"Vision 2021'.
(a) literacy (antonym) (f) forward (antonym) (k) resourceful (synonym)
(b) increase (antonym) (g) develop (synonym) (l) consequently (synonym)
(c) sufficient (antonym) (h) spread (synonym) (m) development (synonym)
(d) neighbouring (antonym) (i) general (synonym) (n) hamper (antonym)
(e) competitive (antonym) (j) quality (synonym)

10. It's obviously important to tell the truth in an interview, Whether your interview is in-person or
through online video, realize this isn't your interviewer's first time speaking with a candidate. If you
lie and you're nervous about it, it's likely your interviewer will be able to tell. Again, body language
can either help you make your point or completely undermine you (like if you look deceitful while
lying in your interview). Believe me that a good interviewer can tell the difference. So, it's more
important to tell an inconvenient truth in an interview that to attempt a lie that could be easily
discovered. If an employer discovers you lying, there is no way you'll get the job. Because employers
want candidates they can trust, and if you're lying already in the interview, you've branded yourself
as an untrustworthy candidate.
(a) obviously (synonym) (f) nervous (antonym) (k) attempt (synonym)
(b) important (synonym) (g) completely (synonym) (l) employer (antonym)
(c) truth (antonym) (h) deceitful (synonym) (m) trust (antonym)
(d) realize (synonym) (i) difference (antonym) (n) untrustworthy (antonym)
(e) candidate (synonym) (j) inconvenient (antonym)

11. In about 1920, medicine cured more people than it killed for the first time in history. The most
important reasons that medicine got better were antibiotics and, vitally, immunization.
Immunisation came very late to Europe. A country surgeon called Edwar Jenner tried to immunise
an eight-year-old boy against smallpox. This disease killed many people every year and also blinded
thousands of others. Jenner noticed that women working on dairy farms never caught the disease.
He discovered cows had a different disease from small pox, called cow pox, which many women on
farms caught. However, it was not serious in human beings and so the girls continued to work and,
later, never got the often fatal disease, smallpox. He also found that the disease travelled from cows
to people and from one person to another. He then made a vaccine. Interestingly, the word
'vaccination' is derived from the Latin word 'vacca' meaning 'cow'.
(a) people (synonym) (f) notice (synonym) (k) girl (antonym)
(b) important (antonym) (g) discover (synonym) (l) never (antonym)
(c) better (antonym) (h) different (antonym) (m) fatal (synonym)
(d) late (antonym) (i) small (antonym) (n) derived (synonym)
(e) many (antonym) (j) serious (synonym)
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12. Old John relates a dream that he had the previous night, of a world in which animals live without
the tyranny of men: they are free, happy, well fed, and treated with dignity. He urges the animals to
do everything they can to make this dream a reality and exhorts them to overthrow the humans who
purport to own them. The animals can succeed in their rebellion only if they first achieve a complete
solidarity or "perfect comradeship" of all of the animals against the humans, and if they resist the
false notion spread by human that animals and humans share common interests. A brief
conversation arises in which the animals debate the status of rats as comrades. John then provides
a precept that will allow the animals to determine who their comrades are: creatures that walk on
two legs are enemies; those with four legs or with wings are allies.
(a) previous (synonym) (f) succeed (antonym) (k) common (antonym)
(b) tyranny (synonym) (g) complete (antonym) (l) conversation (synonym)
(c) happy (antonym) (h) solidarity (synonym) (m) precept (synonym)
(d) dignity (synonym) (i) resist (synonym) (n) determine (synonym)
(e) reality (synonym) (j) notion (synonym)
13. "Who cares about reading?" you might say. "I have a career in mind that has nothing to do with
reading. Well, that's unlikely. But even if such a career exists, you still have to talk. It isn't a matter
of being able to speak well so that people will think you went to Oxford the issue is larger than that.
The way you speak the way you put your thoughts into language say a lot about you. At work, your
insights will count for nothing if you are unable to communicate them. And in the rest of your life,
your relationships with people are developed through getting to know each other, which is primarily
accomplished by talking. And how well you talk is governed by your understanding of grammar and
syntax. Grammar, like it or not, helps define who you are.
(a) nothing (antonym) (f) larger (antonym) (k) developed (antonym)
(b) unlikely (antonym) (g) speak (antonym) (l) primarily (antonym)
(c) exist (synonym) (h) language (synonym) (m) understanding (synonym)
(d) talk (synonym) (i) count (synonym) (n) define (synonym)
(e) able (antonym) (j) communicate (synonym)
14. Learning English, especially communicative competence in English, is urgently needed in our
country. The present world is almost digital and going fast and developing by leaps and bounds. In
order to keep pace with the present world, we cannot help learning English. But the present system
of teaching and learning English is not up to the mark. The text books designed for class IX and X
have to be modified and updated. Though the learners of our academic institution read and write
English well, they are not expert in speaking and listening skill. As a result they fail to understand
when the native speakers talk to them in English. Indeed the teachers should be trained up in order
to teach English properly.
(a) especially (synonym) (f) design (synonym) (k) result (synonym)
(b) competence (antonym) (g) updated (synonym) (l) fail (antonym)
(c) urgently (antonym) (h) institution (synonym) (m) native (antonym)
(d) fast (antonym) (i) write (synonym) (n) properly (synonym)
(e) teaching (antonym) (j) expert (antonym)
15. Rafique has recently visited his aunt's house. His aunt lives in a village named Dhubni in Gaibandha
district. He has two cousins. One of the cousins reads in class ten and other is in class seven. They
have become his good friends. Rafique's uncle is very jovial. He took them to many interesting
places. Rafique took many photographs. He has returned to his home in Dhaka. Standing on the
balcony, now he watches busy people on roads and remembers the happy days in the village. He
mutters, "I wish I went to my aunt's home very soon!"
(a) recently (synonym) (f) many (antonym) (k) remember (antonym)
(b) village (antonym) (g) interesting (antonym) (l) happy (antonym)
(c) friend (antonym) (h) watch (synonym) (m) wish (synonym)
(d) uncle (antonym) (i) return (antonym) (n) soon (synonym)
(e) jovial (synonym) (j) busy (synonym)
16. The battle of Badr is regarded as one of the most important among the Islamic battles of Destiny. It
occurred when the followers of a new faith emerged at the very beginning of Islam when the prophet
(sm) migrated to Medina. The Prophet (sm) along with his followers was put into a serious test. If the
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pagan army became victorious over the nascent Islamic forces, the faith of Islam could have come to
an end. The battle got to start when Utbah Ibn Rabi-ah, his son Walid and his brother Shaybah
stood at in front of the pagan army and asked the prophet (sm) to send to them their equals for a
dual. The Prophet (sm) sent Ali (R), Al-Hamza (R) and Obeidah Al- Harith (R) to face the enemy. The
first two became successful in killing the enemy but the last one got martyrdom at this battle.
(a) regarded (synonym) (f) migrate (antonym) (k) equal (antonym)
(b) important (antonym) (g) serious (synonym) (l) enemy (antonym)
(c) destiny (synonym) (h) victorious (antonym) (m) successful (antonym)
(d) follower (synonym) (i) start (synonym) (n) battle (synonym)
(e) beginning (antonym) (j) front (antonym)
17. The process of globalization obviously requires a common language for international communication.
For many different reasons, English has achieved the prestige of being that language. As a result, it
has crossed national borders to reach people who speak other languages. It is no longer the unique
possession of British or American people, but a language that belongs to the world's people. In fact,
bilingual and multilingual users of English far outnumber its monolingual native speakers. This
phenomenon has led to a bewildering variety of English around the world. As more and more people
speak English, more and more varieties have emerged which are strongly influenced by the
pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the respective mother-tongues. World English has now moved
away from the control of the native speakers. However, the question of British or American English is
not so important now. Today's slogan is mutual intelligibility among users of the language.
(a) obviously (synonym) (f) variety (synonym) (k) speaker (antonym)
(b) prestige (synonym) (g) emerge (antonym) (l) question (antonym)
(c) national (synonym) (h) strongly (antonym) (m) important (synonym)
(d) unique (antonym) (i) influence (synonym) (n) intelligibility (antonym)
(e) native (antonym) (j) control (antonym)
18. Social values underline a set of principles of generally accepted norms and behaviour of a society.
Our forefathers practised a good number of social values like simplicity, honesty, sincerity
responsibility, and piety. We have replaced those good aspects with complexity, dishonesty,
corruption, conspiracy, faithlessness and envy. Our materialistic attitude has made us self-centered
and corrupted. We must get rid of these vices and create awareness among all about the negative
impacts of our wrong doings. In order to make a better society, we should create awareness among
people about the outcome of their misdeeds. We must have distinctive social values once practised
by our forefathers. We should give importance to the past moral values to bring peace and harmony
in the society and make the world better for living.
(a) accepted (Antonym) (f) envy (Antonym) (k) distinctive (synonym)
(b) sincerity (Antonym) (g) vice (Antonym) (l) importance (Synonym)
(c) responsibility (Synonym) (h) negative (antonym) (m) awareness (Synonym)
(d) complexity (Antonym) (i) impact (Synonym) (n) harmony (synonym)
(e) conspiracy (synonym) (j) outcome (Synonym)
19. Bangladesh, comparatively, has a very low labour cost which gives the garments' owners high profit
with low cost. The workers are not dissatisfied with the payment. They are also provided with food
and extra money occasionally. This makes the workers more dedicated towards the work which
subsequently gives more products in less time. Apart from the low cost, Bangladeshi garments have
always manufactured high quality products. One reason might be the abundance of cotton in our
country. The threads used by the garments are very good in quality and come in a very reasonable
price and so the products manufactured by the garments are very rich quality.
(a) comparatively (synonym) (f) occasionally (antonym) (k) garments (synonym)
(b) labour (antonym) (g) dedicated (synonym) (l) thread (synonym)
(c) profit (antonym) (h) products (synonym) (m) reasonable (antonym)
(d) cost (synonym) (i) quality (synonym) (n) rich (antonym)
(e) dissatisfied (synonym) (j) abundance (synonym)
20. A most important truth, which we are apt to forget, is that a teacher can never truly teach unless he
is still learning himself. A lamp can never light another lamp unless it continues to burn its own
flame. The teacher who has come to the end of his subject, who has no living traffic with his
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knowledge, but merely repeats his lessons to his students, can only load their minds; he cannot
quicken them. Truth not only must inform but inspire. If the inspiration dies out, and the
information only accumulates, then truth loses its infinity. The greater part of our learning in the
schools has been waste because, for most of our teachers, their subjects are like dead specimens of
once living things, with which they have a learned acquaintance, but no communication of life and
love.
(a) important (synonym) (f) end (antonym) (k) accumulate (antonym)
(b) apt (antonym) (g) knowledge (synonym) (l) lose (antonym)
(c) truly (synonym) (h) quicken (synonym) (m) teacher (antonym)
(d) learning (antonym) (i) truth (antonym) (n) acquaintance (synonym)
(e) never (antonym) (j) inspire (antonym)
21. Modern education is different. In method, it seeks to draw out and develop the mind, to make it
eager and curious. It depends more on observation and experiment than upon mere bookish
knowledge. A mind that is intellectually alert will seek and learn from books. It develops the latent
talents of an individual. Teachers play more of a coaching role these days. They are not just
instructors who deliver a lesson. Rather they support and guide the student activities as coaches do.
(a) modern (antonym) (f) depend (synonym) (k) more (antonym)
(h) different (antonym) (g) mere (synonym) (l) experiment (synonym)
(c) method (synonym) (h) alert (antonym) (m) instructor (synonym)
(d) develop (antonym) (i) latent (synonym) (n) support (antonym)
(e) curious (synonym) (j) individual (synonym)
22. Newspaper is a blessing of modern civilization. Newspaper provides us with the news and views of
the whole world. It carries the news of every important happening from any corner of the world and
takes before us. That is why it is called the mirror of the world. It gives us general knowledge and
allows us to maintain contact with the outside world. It makes us a member of the enlightened
society. A man who does not read the newspaper daily has a very little knowledge of the world. he
lives in a very small world of his own. So, we must form the habit of reading newspaper daily. But we
should keep in mind that different newspapers publish news and views from different angles. It is
our duty to keep an open mind and accept the right one.
(a) blessing (synonym) (f) mirror (synonym) (k) form (synonym)
(b) modern (antonym) (g) general (antonym) (l) publish (synonym)
(c) provide (synonym) (h) contact (synonym) (m) different (synonym)
(d) whole (antonym) (i) enlightened (antonym) (n) right (antonym)
(e) important (antonym) (j) little (antonym)
23. The rapid advancement of science has made life easy and less complicated. The inventions made by
science are many. Computer is the latest addition to them. It has now become an essential part of
modern life. Any device helping people perform mathematical calculations may be called a computer.
It is a special kind of electronic machine that can perform mathematical calculation and process
large masses of information at a great speed. Computer is now used in all sectors of life. It is widely
used in the field of space administration, telecommunication, air traffic control, navigation of ships
and aircrafts. In fact, computer is doing a great job by substituting human brain and thus
preventing misuse of time and energy.
(a) advancement (synonym) (f) perform (synonym) (k) widely (synonym)
(b) complicated (antonym) (g) calculation (synonym) (l) administration (synonym)
(c) invention (synonym) (h) special (antonym) (m) prevent (antonym)
(d) latest (synonym) (i) process (synonym) (n) misuse (synonym)
(e) essential (antonym) (j) large (antonym)
24. Napoleon, the king of France was a great hero. He won many battles and conquered many countries
of Europe. One day he was walking along the sea shore. Suddenly he noticed a wonderful thing. An
English boy was making a small boat. The boy was immediately brought before him. The king asked
him why he was making such a tiny boat. The boy said confidently, "I shall cross the sea. My
country is on the other side of the sea. I shall go to my country by this boat. I didn't see my mother
for a good long time." The king was charmed by the words of the small boy. He made all
arrangements to send him to his country.
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(a) hero (synonym) (f) wonderful (antonym) (k) cross (synonym)

(b) battle (synonym) (g) small (synonym) (l) charm (synonym)
(c) many (antonym) (h) immediately (synonym) (m) arrangements (synonym)
(d) along (antonym) (i) tiny (antonym) (n) country (synonym)
(e) shore (synonym) (j) confidently (antonym)
25. Once two cats, one white and one black, quarrelled, over a large piece of cake. The white cat said
that she had seen the cake first and so it was hers. The black cat refused to allow her claim and
pretended to scratch her. A monkey saw the cats quarrelling. He asked them what the matter was.
He advised them not to fight. He said that he would be the guide and settle the quarrel justly. Both
the cats agreed. The monkey broke the cake into two pieces. He said that he would divide the cake
equally for them. He got a pair of scales and put one piece in each pan.
(a) quarrelled (synonym) (f) pretended (synonym) (k) agreed (antonym)
(b) large (synonym) (g) matter (synonym) (l) divide (synonym)
(c) first (antonym) (h) fight (synonym) (m) equally (antonym)
(d) refused (antonym) (i) settle (antonym) (n) pair (synonym)
(e) allow (antonym) (j) justly (antonym)
26. My feet failed to find a suitable crevice and I fell. My hands burned red as I slid down the rough rope,
and the coarse strip of leather wrapped around my waist, bit in hand. At the top of the cliff face, at
the gateway to the Debra Damo Monastery, an Ethiopian Priest sat with his legs jammed up against
either side of the rock- hewn entrance; wrapped around his muscular arms was the other end of the
leather strap that had kept me from crashing down below. Further up still, in the piercing blue sky
above the jagged mountain, vultures circled around the 6th century stone church.
(a) fail (antonym) (f) top (antonym) (k) below (antonym)
(b) suitable (antonym) (g) gateway (synonym) (l) piercing (synonym)
(c) crevice (synonym) (h) entrance (antonym) (m) jagged (synonym)
(d) rough (antonym) (i) muscular (synonym) (n) century (synonym)
(e) wrap (antonym) (j) strap (synonym)
27. Bangladesh is now apparently in the grip of all sorts of pollution, like air pollution, soil pollution and
water pollution. The dwellers of the urban areas are the worst sufferers of such pollution. The
indiscriminate industrialization process in Bangladesh over the past decades has create significant
environmental problems. We will now know about some of the most common types of environmental
pollutions. Air pollution comes from a wide variety of sources. In Bangladesh poisonous exhaust
from industrial plants, brick fields, old or poorly serviced vehicles and dust from roads and
construction sites are some of the major sources of air pollution. We can reduce this type of
pollution by making less use of motor vehicles and avoiding the use of vehicles older than 20 years.
(a) apparently (synonym) (f) indiscriminate (synonym) (k) poisonous (antonym)
(b) grip (synonym) (g) process (synonym) (l) construction (antonym)
(c) pollution (antonym) (h) significant (antonym) (m) source (synonym)
(d) dweller (synonym) (i) common (antonym) (n) reduce (antonym)
(e) worst (antonym) (j) variety (synonym)
28. Smoking is a very bad habit. It is a dangerous habit too. It is so dangerous and mortifying that it
may cause cancer, heart attack, high blood pressure chronic troubles and other serious diseases.
Smoking tobacco products is a major health hazard. One puff of cigarette smoke contains fifteen
billion particles of extremely poisonous things such as nicotine, methyl alcohol, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, arsenic and several other acids. These are all really very fatal and injurious to health.
Nicotine constricts the size of blood-vessels which impedes the normal flow of blood and oxygen in
the body. It causes the heart to beat faster. Arsenic and tobacco tar are cancer-causing agents in
animals and human beings. Tobacco tar forms a brown sticky mass inside the lungs and it hinders
the easy flow of blood. In short, the dangers of smoking are quite unlimited and all should avoid it to
live a happy and peaceful life.
(a) dangerous (synonym) (f) fatal (antonym) (k) inside (antonym)
(b) mortifying (antonym) (g) injurious (synonym) (l) hinder (synonym)
(c) hazard (synonym) (h) impede (antonym) (m) short (antonym)
(d) contain (synonym) (i) normal (synonym) (n) unlimited (antonym)
(e) extremely (antonym) (j) agent (synonym)
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29. The pioneer of Bangladeshi modern art Zainul Abedin is widely acclaimed for his Bengal 'Famine
Sketches'. Through a series of sketches, Zainul not only documented the harsh famine of 1940 but
also showed its sinister face through the skeletal figures of the people destined to die of starvation in
a man-made plight. He depicted these extremely shocking pictures with human compassion. He
made his own ink by burning charcoal and using cheap ordinary packing paper for sketching. He
produced a series of brush and ink drawings, which later became iconic images of human sufferings.
(a) pioneer (synonym) (f) sinister (synonym) (k) compassion (synonym)
(b) modern (antonym) (g) die (antonym) (l) cheap (antonym)
(c) wide (synonym) (h) plight (synonym) (m) later (antonym)
(d) series (synonym) (i) shocking (antonym) (n) suffering (synonym)
(e) harsh (antonym) (j) human (antonym)
30. Beauty is easy to appreciate but difficult to define. As we look around, we discover beauty in
pleasurable objects and sights in nature, in the laughter of children, in the kindness of strangers.
But asked to define, we run into difficulties. Does beauty have an independent objective identity? Is
it universal, or is it dependent on our sense perceptions? Does it lie in the eye of the beholder? we
ask ourselves. A further difficulty arises when beauty manifests itself not only by its presence, but
by its absence as well, as when we are repulsed by ugliness and desire beauty. But then ugliness
has as much a place in our lives as beauty, or may be more as when there is widespread hunger and
injustice in a society. Philosophers have told us that beauty is an important part of life, but isn't
ugliness a part of life too?
(a) beauty (antonym) (f) laughter (antonym) (k) beholder (synonym)
(b) appreciate (antonym) (g) stranger (antonym) (l) manifest (antonym)
(c) difficult (synonym) (h) independent (synonym) (m) repulse (synonym)
(d) discover (synonym) (i) universal (antonym) (n) injustice (antonym)
(e) pleasure (synonym) (j) perception (synonym)
31. Long, long ago in Japan there lived an old man and his wife. The old man was a good, kindhearted,
hardworking, old fellow, but his wife was a regular crosspatch, who spoiled the happiness of her
home by her scolding tongue. She was always grumbling about something from morning to night.
The old man had for a long time ceased to take any notice of her crossness. He was out most of the
day at work in the fields, and as he had no child, for his amusement when he came home, he kept a
tame sparrow. He loved the little bird just as much as if she had been his child. When he came back
at night after his hard day's work in the open air it was his only pleasure to pet the sparrow, to talk
to her and to teach her little tricks, which she learned very quickly. The old man would open her
cage and let her fly about the room, and they would play together. Then when suppertime came, he
always saved some titbits from his meal with which to feed his little bird.
(a) fellow (synonym) (f) amusement (antonym) (k) quickly (antonym)
(b) regular (synonym) (g) tame (synonym) (l) open (antonym)
(c) happiness (antonym) (h) little (antonym) (m) cage (synonym)
(d) grumble (synonym) (i) pleasure (antonym) (n) together (antonym)
(e) cease (antonym) (j) trick (synonym)
32. Once there was an emperor. Once he was informed that some of his subjects in a distant province
revolted against him. "Come then", said he, "Follow me and I shall destroy enemies." He marched
against the enemies but they submitted on his arrival. All now expected that he would punish them
severely. But instead of doing so, he treated them with mildness and humanity. "Sir", said his chief
Minister, "You promised to destroy your enemies." "But we see that you have pardoned them all and
even bestowed favours upon some of them." "Is this the way you kept your word?" "I promised",
replied the Emperor, "to destroy my enemies. But these men are no longer my enemies; I have made
friendship with them," "So my promise has not been broken." Like this emperor, we also should
overcome evil with good. And we can turn our enemies into friends by kindness.
(a) distant (antonym) (f) destroy (synonym) (k) bestow (antonym)
(b) revolt (synonym) (g) arrival (antonym) (l) promise (synonym)
(c) friendship (synonym) (h) punish (antonym) (m) overcome (synonym)
(d) follow (antonym) (i) mildness (synonym) (n) turn (synonym)
(e) enemy (antonym) (j) pardon (synonym)
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08 Key to Use of Synonym & Antonym

1. (a) poisonous (b) rarely/narrowly (c) protective (d) eradicate (e) ineffective (f) great/lofty/main (g)
propensity (h) repast/taking (i) quantity (j) instantly/soon (k) damage/wound (l) possibly/probably
(m) flexible (n) destroy/damage
2. (a) war/combat (b) venue (c) victorious (d) larger/bigger (e) cause (f) indecisive (g) defeat (h)
clever/perplexing (i) plan/technique (j) gradually (k) entirely/fully (l) bunk/elude (m) killed (n)
death/loss
3. (a) abolished (b) disperse/diffuse/propagate (c) ignorance (d) urban (e) organisation (f) lowfold (g)
nearly (h) acute/intense (i) continuously/restlessly (j) improper/inappropriate (k) teacher (l)
infamous/notorious (m) irregularly (n) pleasant/likable/lovable
4. (a) initial/elementary (b) necessary/inevitable (c) progress (d) situation/state (e) accessibility (f)
literate (g) healthiness/hygiene (h) people (i) unhealthy (j) learn (k) earn (l) disable (m)
appropriately/correctly (n) inability
5. (a) centenary (b) environment (c) largely/enormously (d) quantity (e) local/regional (f)
decrease/reduce (g) liable/accountable (h) fall (i) forecast/foretell (j) utmost (k) discontinue (l)
previous (m) high (n) flood/drown
6. (a) considered (b) progress (c) gained/obtained (d) sector (e) lose/miss/give up/surrender (f)
target/objective (g) needed/necessary (h) understand/comprehend (i) mindset (j) inhumanity (k)
insensible (l) unreasonable (m) pessimistic (n) unreal
7. (a) always (b) victorious (c) keep/preserve (d) selected/chosen (e) end (f) abolish (g)
drowsy/somnolent (h) latest/recent (i) shortest/smallest (j) regard (k) foolish/unwise (l) forget (m)
honour (n) performance/role
8. (a) poisonous (b) broadly/vastly/extensively (c) commodity (d) save/maintain (e) remove/erase (f)
ineffective (g) great/main (h) toxic/polluted (i) different (j) illnesss/malady (k) uncertainly/probably (l)
pleasant/joyful (m) prize/award (n) damage/abolish
9. (a) illiteracy (b) decrease (c) insufficient (d) remote (e) non-competitive (f) backward (g) progress (h)
expand/propogate (i) common (j) standard (k) creative/inventive/capable (l) therefore (m) progress (n)
hinder/impede
10. (a) apparently/overtly (b) significant (c) lie/untruth (d) understand (e) applicant (f) calm/steady (g)
entirely (h) fraudulent/deceptive (i) similarity (j) convenient (k) try (l) employee (m) distrust/suspect
(n) trustworthy
11. (a) mass/folk/community (b) unimportant/inessential (c) worse (d) early (e) few (f) observe/view (g)
invent/unfold (h) same (i) big/large (j) acute/severe (k) boy (l) always (m) deadly/serious (n)
obtained/taken
12. (a) earlier/former/prior (b) autocracy/outrage (c) unhappy/sad (d) honour/respect (e) fact/truth (f)
fail (g) incomplete (h) mobilization/support (i) dispute/oppose (j) believe/faith/view (k) uncommon (l)
dialogue/discuss (m) principle/guideline (n) decide/fix
13. (a) everything (b) likely (c) remain/present (d) speak (e) unable (f) smaller/shorter (g) listen (h) tongue
(i) calculate (j) contact (k) undeveloped (l) secondarily (m) realization (n) clarify/explain/describe
14. (a) particularly (b) incompetence (c) casually/calmly (d) slow (e) learning (f) sketch/plan (g)
modernised (h) organisation (i) compose/scribe (j) inexpert/amateur (k) outcome/consequence (l)
succeed (m) foreign (n) appropriately/rightly
15. (a) lately/latterly (b) town (c) foe/enemy (d) neice/nephew (e) cheerful/jolly/festive (f) few (g)
boring/dull (h) see/observe (i) depart (j) engaged/employed (k) forget (l) unhappy/sad (m)
expect/hope (n) shortly/immediately
16. (a) considered (b) unimportant (c) fate/lot (d) disciple/fellowman (e) ending (f) intrude (g)
hard/tong/acute (h) loser/defeated/anguished (i) begin/launch (j) back/rear (k) unequal (l) friend
(m) unsuccessful (n) war/fight
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17. (a) certainly/definitely/surely (b) honour/status (c) local/domestic (d) common/ordinary (e) foreign
(f) diversity (g) disappear (h) weakly (i) impress (j) freedom (k) listener (l) answer (m) significant (n)
unintelligibility
18. (a) unaccepted/rejected/disapproval (b) insincerity (c) accountability/dutifulness (d) simplicity (e)
plot (f) praise/admiration (g) virtue (h) positive (i) influence/effect (j) result/consequence (k) unique
(l) significance/emphasis (m) consciousness (n) coherence
19. (a) relatively (b) leisure (c) loss (d) expense (e) displeased (f) often (g) devoted (h) results/commodities
(i) standard (j) affluence/wealth (k) clothing (l) yarn (m) unreasonable (n) poor
20. (a) significant (b) inept/unsuitable (c) acutally (d) teaching (e) always (f) begin (g) wisdom/sense (h)
accelerate/incite (i) lie (j) discourage/dishearten/deject (k) disperse (l) win/gain (m) student (n)
association
21. (a) old (b) same (c) way/strategy (d) deteriorate (e) eager/interested (f) rely (g) only (h)
careless/negligent (i) hidden (j) person (k) less (l) research/test (m) teacher (n) oppose/hinder/reject
22. (a) boon (b) old/ancient (c) give (d) partial (e) trivial/insignificant (f) speculum (g) specific/ particular
(h) communication (i) ignorant/unemnlightened (j) vast/huge (k) develop/cultivate (l) print/release
(m) various (n) wrong
23. (a) progress/development (b) simple (c) discover (d) recent (e) inessential (f) accomplish/execute (g)
assessment (h) ordinary/general (i) manage (j) small/tiny (k) largely/vastly (l) management (m) allow
(n) abuse/waste
24. (a) conqueror (b) war/fight (c) few (d) against/opposite (e) coast (f) awful (g) tiny/little (h) instantly (i)
large/huge (j) hesitatingly (k) pass (l) captivate/fascinate (m) provisions (n) state
25. (a) argued/fought (b) big/huge (c) last (d) agreed/accepted (e) disallow (f) feigned (g) issue (h)
combat/wrangle/struggle (i) unsettle (j) unjustly (k) disagreed (l) part/split (m) unequally (n) couple
26. (a) succeed (b) unsuitable (c) crack (d) smooth (e) unwrap (f) bottom (g) entrance (h) exit (i) brawny (j)
belt (k) above (l) penetrating (m) notched/rough (n) centenary
27. (a) seemingly (b) grasp (c) purity (d) resident/inhabitant (e) best (f) haphazard/random (g)
method/procedure (h) insignificant/trivial (i) uncommon (j) diversity (k) harmless/non-toxic (l)
demolition/ destruction (m) origin/genesis (n) increase
28. (a) hazardous (b) glorifying (c) problem/trouble (d) include/comprise (e) somewhat/mildly (f)
common/riskless/mild (g) harmful (h) facilitate (i) usual/common (j) element (k) outside (l) hamper
(m) brief/long (n) restricted/limited
29. (a) promoter/initiator (b) ancient/back dated/old (c) broad (d) sequence (e) mild (f) malicious (g)
survive (h) suffering/sorrow/distress (i) exciting/delightful/happy (j) inhuman (k) sympathy/fellow-
feeling (l) costly/expensive/precious (m) earlier (n) affliction/trouble/difficulty/pain
30. (a) ugliness (b) criticize/insult/depreciate/disparage (c) tough/hard (d) find (e) joy/delight/
amusement/enjoyment (f) sadness/cry (g) familiar/known/native (h) distinctive (i) limited/common
(j) conception/insight/intuition (k) watcher/observer/viewer (l) conceal/hide/obstruct/cloud/
camouflage (m) disgust/repel (n) justice
31. (a) person/cowrade (b) usual/typical (c) unhappiness/sadness/sorrow (d) complain/mutter (e)
start/continue (f) boredom (g) pet/docile/domesticated (h) large/big (i) displeasure (j) tactice/
technique (k) slowly (l) closed (m) enclosure/aviary (n) separately.
32. (a) nearby/close (b) rebel (c) fraternity (d) lead/precede (e) friend (f) demolish/eliminate/annihilate (g)
exit/departure (h) reward/commend (i) softness (j) forgive (k) withdraw/renounce (l) commitment/
pledge (m) conquer (n) make/alter/change
 PartA (Grammar)  Unit9 : Use of Punctuation Marks 91

Grammar
HSC English Exam Prep. 
USE OF
09 PUNCTUATION MARKS

There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite
Ques.
the text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7

1. HAMDARD PUBLIC COLLEGE, DHANMONDI2019

"will you come to my house tomorrow" i asked the boy we can discuss terms and conditions then i
said "i shall be happy to meet you at your house thank you so much" he replied
2. SAFIUDDIN SARKER ACADEMY & COLLEGE, TONGI, GAZIPUR2019
"have you killed the mice "said the mayor." yes I have "said the piper". give me the money you have
promised". "how funny you are" said the mayor. "take only fifty"
3. SRISTY COLLEGE OF TANGAIL, TANGAIL2019
Student : Good morning sir.
Teacher : Same to you, how can I help you
Student : I want to discuss with you some grammatical problems.
Teacher : what class are you in?
Student : I am in class XI sir.
Teacher : May I know your name please?
Student : sir, I am a newly admitted student My name is sajal.
Teacher : ok, tell me your problems.
Student : I want to understand the difference between a phrase and a clause.
Teacher : Dont worry it is an easy item.
4. GOVT. NAZIMUDDIN COLLEGE, MADARIPUR2019
his name is amerigo. he is 13 years old and he lives on the streets alone his mother who is separated
from his father doesnt want him. she told him to go away now she is married to another man his
father lives very far away He wants to go to him but his father wont take him either.
5. MANIKGONJ GOVT. MOHILA COLLEGE, MANIKGONJ2019
Tutul : did you get your certificate?
Reaz : yes It came in the mail yesterday.
Tutul : how was the test?
Reaz : pretty easy
Tutul : how was the oral exam?
Reaz : It was a breeze there were some questions on vocabulary and sentence structure. thats
about it.
Tutul : you make it sound so easy
Reaz : It is easy. Ill give you list of sample questions that were handed out.
6. GOVT. SARADA SUNDARI MOHILA COLLEGE, FARIDPUR2019
Policeman : Whats going on here?
Man : You mean whats happening? Well constable, Im trying to get out of the window and
fred, here is helping me.
Policeman : Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door?
Man : Well. You see I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry. come on Fred. Were wasting
time.
Policeman : Just a minute, you two. I don't think you are telling me the truth. This isn't your
house, is it?
92 HSC English Second Paper

Man : No It's my brothers. I'm staying with him for a while.

Policeman : Is he at home?
Man : I'm afraid not. Hes in jail for house breaking at the moment.
7. RAJSHAHI COLLEGE, RAJSHAHI2019
Father : You are really strong my son. could you break this bundle of sticks?
Son : Well its a very simple job. Ill do it within a second
Father : Have a try.
Son : Sure. Oh I'm quite wrong. Its stronger than I expected.
Father : okay. Now try this single stick. See what you can do.
Son : Pass it to me and just hear the sound
Father : I know itll be easy for you. Have you learnt anything from these sticks?
Son : Learning from sticks
Father : Yes, the bundle of sticks is stronger than the single stick. It teaches us the wise saying,
"united we stand, divided we fall."
8. Dhaka the capital of Bangladesh has been remarked as mega city side by side it has also been
remarked as the most polluted city of the world the population of Dhaka city is on ever increase no
one knows when it will stop. Rather instead of decreasing the population of the city is increasing
very rapidly day by day the question arises who are responsible for this the answer is not very far to
seek but cannot be told because the destroyers should have been the protectors.
9. Mother : Do you know how to make a cup of tea my child?
Daughter : No mother. I dont.
Mother : No it is just shameful. being a college student you do not know how to make a cup of
tea.
Daughter : Modern girls least bother cooking mother.
Mother : Don't the modern girls eat.
Daughter : yes they do.
Mother : Where does their food come from
Daughter : Mother if you do have money you need not know cooking because you can employ
several maids or you may buy food from hotel.
10. Lady Guest : I never eat more than one thing I think people eat far too much now-a-days. a little
fish, perhaps I wonder if they have any salmon
Writer : would you have something while it was being cooked.
Lady Guest : I never eat more than one thing unless they had a little caviare I never mind caviare.
what will you take.
Writer : a mutton chop
Lady Guest : I think you are unwise to eat meat I don't know how you can expect to work after
eating heavy things like chops I dont believe in overloading my stomach
11. students should know that to pass in the exam is one thing and to know is another thing one can
pass in the examination without knowing anything there are many ways to pass in the examination
but there is only one way to know it is hard work if you want to know you must read vigorously there
is no other shortcut students of our country to our utter surprise simply want to pass in the
examination they don't bother at all how much they have known they have become totally certificate
oriented.
12. Whats your dream Do you have any dream asked zayed Robi said tenderly "Yes I have a dream My
dream is a full plate of rice. "Come with me" said Zayed holding his hand" Im going to materialize
your dream.
13. Afroja : Excuse me Where is the nearest hospital
Proggya : Its at least 5 Kilometers away from here you will have to hire a taxi, You can also go by
bus.
Afroja : I see Is there a bus station near here.
Proggya : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner.
Afroja : Thank you
Proggya : Youre welcome.
14. The Bangabandhu satellite-1 is the first Bangladesh geo-stationary communications and
Broadcasting Satellite. It was manufactured by Thales Aliena Space and launched on 11 may 2018
the project is being implemented by Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission BTRC
working hand in hand with US based Space Partnership International llc and was the first payload
launched by a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket of specx.
 PartA (Grammar)  Unit9 : Use of Punctuation Marks 93

15. Stranger : May I come in sir

Mayor : Yes of course
Stranger : Id like to help you get rid of these rats.
Mayor : Really
Stranger : Within an hour but it will cost you one thousand gold coins.
Mayor : Id love to spend more than that only if you could free us from the rats.
Stranger : I dont need more than one thousand gold coins.
Mayor : It's a deal. Start your work now
Stranger : Make arrangement for my payment.
Mayor : Well be ready before you finish.
Stranger : Oh thats great
16. Feluda : Do you know where he is or what hes doing now.
Nihar Datta : No
Feluda : Didnt he stay in touch with you after the accident
Nihar Datta : no he lacked concentration Biochemistry wasnt his only interest in life-he had
various other distractions
Feluda : What caused the explosion negligence
Nihar Datta : I was never negligent or careless Not consciously
17. Bookseller : Good morning sir. Hew can I help you?
Myself : I would like to buy an English dictionary.
Bookseller : Would you mind telling me the name
Myself : Its Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary.
Bookseller : Here is it. A very helpful book A lot of people like this dictionary.
Myself : I had this book but I lost it So, I need it again.
Bookseller : Will 1 pack it up?
Myself : What's the price
Bookseller : Seven hundred taka only.
Myself : But I bought it with six hundred taka only for the first time Can you reduce the price
Bookseller : Ok I'll give you hundred taka less.
Myself : Here is the money Pack it up now.
Bookseller : Do you need anything else
Myself : No thanks.
Bookseller : Sir please come here next time
18. Follow my example she said as we shook hand and never eat more than one thing for luncheon
ill do better than that I retorted Ill eat nothing for dinner tonight. Humorist she cried gaily jumping
into a cab youre quite a humorist
19. shimul is extremely annoyed with his wife the couple is to attend a birthday party at 7 this evening it
is 7:30 now and Samia is not yet ready. She is still sitting at the dressing table, adorning herself for
the party. My God when is she going to finish he asked himself.
Shimul is restless by nature and he hates waiting to distract himself from the agony of waiting, he
plunged into household chores. He watered the plants arranged the bed and made himself a cup of
tea. Samia was still there before the looking glass, mending her smile Shimul suddenly lost his cool
at this point and made an angry announcement. Unless youre downstairs in three minutes, he said
I'm leaving without you.
20. The high and the low the rich and the poor the wise and the foolish the sinner and the virtuous all
must die death is must there is not way to escape from death, where there is life, there is death. It is
unfortunate that, sometimes we forget, we are mortal. Different worldly attractions, make us forget
our transient existence on earth.
21. Sadaf : Good morning sir
Mr. Rahman : Good morning Is that you Sadaf.
Sadaf : Yes sir.
Mr. Rahman : It's now 11 am. You have made delay to come to office my boy.
Sadaf : I understand but i fell in a traffic jam.
Mr. Rahman : In fact you should start early.
Sadaf : Sorry I will remember it.
Mr. Rahman : Anyway take this file and give it to Mr. Ahmed. Wont you?
22. Tareq : You know I am very inspired by Nelson Mandela.
Faruk : Isn't he the former South African President.
Tareq : Yes he is. He fought a long time for South Africas independence
94 HSC English Second Paper

Faruk : He looks like Obama doesnt he.

Tareq : Oh no he doesn't. Mandela is old obama is young!
Faruk : But they are both tall thin and black having short hair. Actually Nelson Mandela fought
for his peoples emancipation.
23. William Words worth a romantic poet was born at Cockermouth in 1770 he went to st john college
Cambridge in 1787 he was attracted by the ideals of French Revolution after coming back from
France he settled down with his sister Dorothy and the poet Coleridge at Alfoxden.
24. Ishraj : Hi Ishrak. What are you doing this evening.
Ishrak : I'm not sure why
Ishraj : Lets go to watch a documentary.
Ishrak : Well whats it on
Ishraj : It's a historical documentary on the independence of bangladesh.
Ishrak : What's the name of it?
Ishraj : Hasina A Daughter Tale.
Ishrak : What a heart breaking documentary it is.
Ishraj : Have you already watched it?
Ishrak : Yes I've watched it. My eyes were full of tears to watch the sad tale. I'll watch it again.
Ishraj : So, get prepared. I'll ring you at 3 pm.
Ishrak : I'll wait for your call.
25. The boy said i have to go supper now I can come again tomorrow i said Ill pay you for what you have
done thinking I should probably have to insist on an older boy ten cents an hour Anything is alright.
26. Mom : Have you taken your breakfast rafi
Rafi : No mom
Mom : Oh Youre really annoying. Why don't you just take it
Rafi : I don't want to eat Roti with vegetables mom. I want fried chicken with oyster sauce and
chicken sausage.
Mom : Having junk food is not good for your health. Have you seen yourself m the mirror? Youre
being a couch potato
Rafi : Really 1 think I have to stop eating fast foods. Well I’ve just decided to stop eating them but
from tomorrow onwards now can I have them, please.
27. Two travellers seeking respite from the searing heat of the midday sun took shelter under a leafy
tree. They soon felt cool and refreshed what sort of tree is this Does it produce edible fruits asked
one of the men to the other. Its a plane tree said his companion. Don’t waste your time looking for
fruits. It produces neither edible fruits nor good wood. "Its one of the most trees around. "How can
you say that when you are enjoying my shade at this very moment" snapped the tree.
28. Teacher : How is your father sumona
Sumona : He is very well Thank you.
Teacher : Im glad to hear that he is in good health where is he now
Sumona : He is now at home.
Teacher : What did the doctor say
Sumona : He needs rest and proper care
Teacher : Who is taking care of him
Sumona : my mother and elder brother.
Teacher : Hope he will recover soon
Sumona : Thank you Sir.
29. There is a strong debate among the people on which one is more powerful education or money to
some people education is more powerful but to many people money is more powerful. The money-
supporters opine that education, today can be bought by money if anyone spends money s/ he can
somehow manage a lot of certificates. They moreover opine that if someone has enough money s/ he
can appoint any educated person to serve under her or his command. Time has come to tell them
that their notion is absolutely false
30. Myself : Hi friend, how are you
My friend : Im fine And you
Myself : Yes Im also fine do you know what a dream is
My friend : I think dream is one kind of images thoughts and emotions that are experienced during
sleep
Myself : Do you have any dream
My friend : Yes I do Like everyone I also have dream
 PartA (Grammar)  Unit9 : Use of Punctuation Marks 95

09 Key to Use of Punctuation Marks

1. "Will you come to my house tomorrow?" I asked the boy. "We can discuss terms and conditions
then." I said. "I shall be happy to meet you at your house. Thank you so much." he replied.
2. "Have you killed the mice? "said the Mayor." Yes, I have, "said the piper." Give me the money you
have promised." "How funny you are!" said the Mayor. "Take only fifty."
3. Student : Good morning, Sir.
Teacher : Same to you, How can I help you?
Student : I want to discuss with you some grammatical problems.
Teacher : What class are you in?
Student : I am in class XI, Sir.
Teacher : May I know your name, please?
Student : Sir, I am a newly admitted student. My name is Sajal.
Teacher : OK, tell me your problems.
Student : I want to understand the difference between a phrase and a clause.
Teacher : Don't worry, it is an easy item.
4. His name is Amerigo. He is 13 years old and he lives on the streets alone. His mother who is
separated from his father doesn't want him. She told him to go away. Now she is married to another
man. His father lives very far away. He wants to go to him but his father won't take him either.
5. Tutul : Did you get your certificate?
Reaz : Yes. It came in the mail yesterday.
Tutul : How was the test?
Reaz : Pretty easy!
Tutul : How was the oral exam?
Reaz : It was a breeze. There were some questions on vocabulary and sentence structure. That's
about it.
Tutul : You make it sound so easy!
Reaz : It is easy. I'll give you list of sample questions that were handed out.
6. Policeman : What's going on here?
Man : You mean what's happening? Well. Constable, I'm trying to get out of the window and
Fred, here is helping me.
Policeman : Why are you climbing through the window and not leaving by the front door?
Man : Well. You see, I can't find the key and I'm in a hurry. Come on Fred. We're wasting
time.
Policeman : Just a minute, you two. I don't think you are telling me the truth. This isn't your
house, Is it?
Man : No, It's my brother's. I'm staying with him for a while.
Policeman : Is he at home?
Man : I'm afraid, not. He's in jail for house breaking at the moment.
7. Father : You are really strong, my son. Could you break this bundle of sticks?
Son : Well, it's a very simple job. I'll do it within a second!
Father : Have a try.
Son : Sure. Oh! I'm quite wrong. It's stronger than I expected.
Father : Okay. Now try this single stick. See what you can do.
Son : Pass it to me and just hear the sound!
Father : I know it'll be easy for you. Have you learnt anything from these sticks?
Son : Learning from sticks!
Father : Yes, the bundle of sticks is stronger than the single stick. It teaches us the wise saying,
"United we stand, divided we fall."
8. Dhaka, the capital of Bangladesh, has been remarked as a mega city. Side by side it has also been
remarked as the most polluted city of the world. The population of Dhaka city is on ever increase; no
one knows when it will stop. Rather, instead of decreasing, the population of the city is increasing
very rapidly day by day. The question arises who are responsible for this? The answer is not very far
to seek but cannot be told because the destroyers should have been the protectors.
96 HSC English Second Paper

9. Mother : Do you know how to make a cup of tea, my child?

Daughter : No, mother. I don't.
Mother : No! It is just shameful. Being a college student, you do not know how to make a cup of
tea.
Daughter : Modern girls least bother cooking, mother.
Mother : Don't the modern girls eat?
Daughter : Yes, they do.
Mother : Where does their food come from?
Daughter : Mother, if you do have money, you need not know cooking because you can employ
several maids or you may buy food from hotel.
10. Lady Guest : I never eat more than one thing. I think people eat far too much now-a-days. A little
fish, perhaps, I wonder if they have any salmon.
Writer : Would you have something while it was being cooked?
Lady Guest : I never eat more than one thing unless they had a little caviare. I never mind caviare.
What will you take?
Writer : A mutton chop.
Lady Guest : I think you are unwise to eat meat. I don't know how you can expect to work after
eating heavy things like chops. I don't believe in overloading my stomach.
11. Students should know that to pass in the exam is one thing and to know is another thing. One can
pass in the examination without knowing anything. There are many ways to pass in the examination
but there is only one way to know. It is hard work. If you want to know, you must read vigorously.
There is no other shortcut. Students of our country, to our utter surprise, simply want to pass in the
examination. They don't bother at all how much they have known. They have become totally
certificate-oriented.
12. "What's your dream? Do you have any dream? asked Zayed. Robi said tenderly, "Yes, I have a dream.
My dream is a full plate of rice." "Come with me" said Zayed holding his hand, "I'm going to
materialize your dream."
13. Afroja : Excuse me! Where is the nearest hospital?
Proggya : It's at least 5 kilometers away from here. You will have to hire a taxi. You can also go by
bus.
Afroja : I see! Is there a bus station near here?
Proggya : Yes, there is a bus stop at the corner.
Afroja : Thank you.
Proggya : You're welcome.
14. The Bangabandhu Satellite1 is the first Bangladesh geo-stationary communications and
Broadcasting Satellite. It was manufactured by Thales Aliena Space and launched on 11 May 2018.
The project is being implemented by Bangladesh Telecommunication Regulatory Commission (BTRC)
working hand-in-hand with US based Space Partnership International. LLC. and was the first
payload launched by a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket of Space X.
15. Stranger : May I come in, sir?
Mayor : Yes, of course.
Stranger : I'd like to help you get rid of these rats.
Mayor : Really!
Stranger : Within an hour. But it'll cost you one thousand gold coins.
Mayor : I'd love to spend more than that only if you could free us from the rats.
Stranger : I don't need more than one thousand gold coins.
Mayor : It's a deal. Start your work now.
Stranger : Make arrangement for my payment.
Mayor : We'll be ready before you finish.
Stranger : Oh, that's great!
16. Feluda : Do you know where he is or what he's doing now?
Nihar Datta : No.
Feluda : Didn't he stay in touch with you after the accident?
Nihar Datta : No. He lacked concentration. Biochemistry wasn't his only interest in life. He had
various other distractions.
Feluda : What caused the explosion negligence?
Nihar Datta : I was never negligent or careless. Not consciously.
 PartA (Grammar)  Unit9 : Use of Punctuation Marks 97

17. Bookseller : Good morning, sir. How can I help you?

Myself : I would like to buy an English dictionary.
Bookseller : Would you mind telling me the name?
Myself : It's Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary.
Bookseller : Here it is. A very helpful book. A lot of people like this dictionary.
Myself : I had this book but I lost it. So, I need it again.
Bookseller : Will I pack it up?
Myself : What's the price?
Bookseller : Six hundred taka only.
Myself : But I bought it at five hundred taka only for the first time. Can you reduce the price?
Bookseller : Ok, I'll give you hundred taka less.
Myself : Here is the money. Pack it up now.
Bookseller : Do you need anything else?
Myself : No, thanks.
Bookseller : Sir, please come here next time.
18. "Follow my example," she said as we shook hand, "and never eat more than one thing for luncheon."
"I'll do better than that, "I retorted. "I'll eat nothing for dinner tonight!" "Humorist!" she cried gaily,
jumping into a cab, "you're quite a humorist!"
19. Shimul is extremely annoyed with his wife. The couple is to attend a birthday party at 7 this evening.
It is 7:30 now and Samia is not yet ready. She is still sitting at the dressing table, adorning herself
for the party. "My God, when is she going to finish?" he asked himself.
Shimul is restless by nature, and he hates waiting. To distract himself from the agony of waiting, he
plunged into household chores. He watered the plants, arranged the bed and made himself a cup of
tea. Samia was still there before the looking glass, mending her smile. Shimul suddenly lost his cool
at this point and made an angry announcement, "Unless you're downstairs in three minutes," he
said "I'm leaving without you."
20. The high and the low, the rich and the poor, the wise and the foolish, the sinner and the virtuous-all
must die. Death is a must. There is no way to escape from death. Where there is life, there is death.
It is unfortunate that sometimes we forget, we are mortal. Different worldly attractions make us
forget our transient existence on earth.
21. Sadaf : Good morning, sir.
Mr. Rahman : Good morning, Is that you, Sadaf?
Sadaf : Yes, sir.
Mr. Rahman : It's now 11 am. You have made delay to come to office, my boy!
Sadaf : I understand but I fell in a traffic jam.
Mr. Rahman : In fact, you should start early.
Sadaf : Sorry, I will remember it.
Mr. Rahman : Anyway, take this file and give it to Mr. Ahmed, won't you?
22. Tareq : You know, I am very inspired by Nelson Mandela.
Faruk : Isn't he the former South African President?
Tareq : Yes, he is. He fought a long time for South Africa's independence.
Faruk : He looks like Ohama, doesn't he?
Tareq : Oh, no, he doesn't. Mandela is old. Obama is young.
Faruk : But they are both tall, thin and black having short hair. Actually Nelson Mandela fought
for his people's emancipation.
23. William Wordsworth, a romantic poet, was born at Cockermouth in 1770. He went to St. John
College, Cambridge in 1787. He was attracted by the ideals of French Revolution. After coming back
from France, he settled down with his sister Dorothy and the poet Coleridge at Alfoxden.
24. Ishraj : Hi, Ishrak. What are you doing this evening?
Ishrak : I'm not sure, why?
Ishraj : Let's go to watch a documentary.
Ishrak : Well, what's it on?
Ishraj : It's a historical documentary on the independence of Bangladesh.
Ishrak : What's the name of it?
Ishraj : "Hasina A Daughter's Tale."
98 HSC English Second Paper

Ishrak : What a heart-breaking documentary it is!

Ishraj : Have you already watched it?
Ishrak : Yes, I've watched it. My eyes were full of tears to watch the sad tale. I'll watch it again.
Ishraj : So, get prepared. I'll ring you at 3 pm.
Ishrak : I'll wait for your call.
25. The boy said, "I have to go to supper now, I can come again tomorrow." I said, "I'll pay you for what
you have done," thinking I should probably have to insist on an older boy. "Ten cents an hour?"
"Anything is alright."
26. Mom : Have you taken your breakfast, Rafi?
Rafi : No, mom.
Mom : Oh, you’re really annoying! Why don’t you just take it?
Rafi : I don’t want to eat Roti with vegetables, mom. I want fried chicken with oyster sauce and
chicken sausage.
Mom : Having junk food is not good for your health. Have you seen yourself in the mirror? You’re
being a couch potato.
Rafi : Really! I think' I have to stop eating fast foods. Well, I’ve just decided to stop eating them
but from tomorrow onwards. Now, can I have them, please?
27. Two travellers seeking respite from the searing heat of the midday sun, took shelter under a leafy
tree. They soon felt cool and refreshed. "What sort of tree is this? Does it produce edible fruits?"
asked one of the men to the other. “It's a plane tree”, said his companion. "Don’t waste your time
looking for fruits. It produces neither edible fruits nor good wood. It’s one of the most trees around."
“How can you say that when you are enjoying my shade at this very moment?” snapped the tree.
28. Teacher : How is your father, Sumona?
Sumona : He is very well. Thank you.
Teacher : I'm glad to hear that he is in good health. Where is he now?
Sumona : He is now at home.
Teacher : What did the doctor say?
Sumona : He needs rest and proper care.
Teacher : Who is taking care of him?
Sumona : My mother and elder brother.
Teacher : Hope, he will recover soon.
Sumona : Thank you, Sir.
29. There is a strong debate among the people on "Which one is more powerfuleducation or money?" To
some people, education is more powerful. But to many people, money is more powerful. The money-
supporters opine that education today can be bought by money. If anyone spends money, s/ he can
somehow manage a lot of certificates. They, moreover, opine that if someone has enough money, s/
he can appoint any educated person to serve under her or his command. Time has come to tell them
that their notion is absolutely false.
30. Myself : Hi friend, how are you?
My friend : I'm fine. And you?
Myself : Yes, I'm also fine. Do you know what a dream is?
My friend : I think dream is one kind of images, thoughts and emotions that are experienced
during sleep.
Myself : Do you have any dream?
My friend : Yes, I do. Like everyone, I also have dream.
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DHAKA BOARD  2023 Model Test 01
English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A good boy is accustomed (a)  hard work. He is not addicted (b)  any bad thing. He is not
averse (c)  any hard work. He clings (d)  his determination. Since he is used (e)  hard
work, he is not doubtful (f)  his success. He is very much conscious (g)  his duties. He is not
boastful (h)  his talents. He behaves well (i)  all. He attends (j)  his studies.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there What does.... look like? As soon as was born let alone
would rather What’s it like? it have to had better
(a) Time is very valuable. We  utilize time properly.
(b) I  take a taxi than walk home. It is already too late.
(c) Long ago  lived a mighty king Kubla Khan. He built an amazing palace in deep dark forest.
(d)  watching a horror film at midnight? You are really scared.
(e) It is winter. You  buy a coat.
(f)  the balcony ? It looks very beautiful but it is really small.
(g) Bangladesh  as an independent state on 16 December 1971 after nine months bloody war
against the occupation Pakistan Army.
(h)  was in China that the art of Bonsai originated perhaps more than 1000 years ago.
(i) I cannot ride a bicycle  a motor cycle. I have no money to buy any of them.
(j)  the rain stopped, I started for home.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, .
(b) English is an international language. I wish  .
(c) It is a long time since .
(d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don’t like people who .
(e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than .
(f) The old man is very weak. He is walking slowly .
(g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without
knowing the meaning, .
(h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time .
(i) Had I earned enough money .
(j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So I have to go to station with a view to .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Student life is the best time for (a)  (prepare) ourselves for future. It is (b)  (call) the seed time
of life. So during this period of life students mustn’t (c)  (waste) time. The main pursuit of the
students (d)  (be) study. They should prepare themselves for the life (e)  (lie) ahead. They
should also (f)  (participate) in co-curricular activities. By (g)  (read) newspaper they will
know what (h)  (happen) in the world. When the country (i)  (face) with a natural calamity,
they should (j)  (come) forward with a view to (k)  (remove) the sufferings of the affected
people. Even in normal times they (l)  (engage) themselves in acts of social service. The students
cannot do well in the examination without (m)  (work) hard. It is a pity that many students are
trying to (n)  (succeed) in the shortest and easiest way.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“Where will you get admission after your HSC Examination? Do you have any choice?” said the
teacher to Susmita. “I’m not yet sure what I have to do because everything depends on my result.”
“You should have a choice. Be positive and optimistic.”
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Cricket is an (a)  (pre-modify the noun) game. It is not a game of (b)  (use possessive to pre-
modify the noun) country. A (c)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) match is played
between two teams. (d)  (use a distributive pronoun to pre-modify the noun) team consists of
eleven players. A cricket field must be (e)  (post modify the noun). It requires two wooden bats, a
ball and two sets of stumps. (f)  (use a numeral adjective to pre-modify the noun) umpires
conduct the game. Sometimes, a third umpire is required (g)  (use an infinitive to post-modify the
verb) an acute confusion. (h)  (use a participle to pre-modify the noun) the opportunity, the
batter hits the ball away at a good distance and runs to the opposite wicket. If (i)  (use an
indefinite pronoun to pre-modify the noun) batter is out, next batter comes in his place. Both teams
try (j)  (use an adverbial phrase to post modify) to out all batters of the opposite.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Happiness is a relative term (a)  it depends upon some factors. (b) , contentment is the key to
happiness. (c)  contentment varies from person to person. (d) , a beggar may be contented
with only ten taka. (e) , a wealthy person may be dissatisfied even after getting one million taka.
(f) , it is said that contentment brings happiness. (g) , we must learn to be contented with
what we have. (h) , this learning is the simplest way to remain happy. (i) , we must
remember that our life is short. (j) , in this short life we cannot get everything (k)  we want.
(1)  we want everything, we will not get happiness. (m) , we will get frustrated and we will
plunge into the world of sadness. (n) , it is always better to be contented with what we have than
to live in eternal sadness.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A good writer may be a good reader. A good reader may be a good speaker or make good recitation.
Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not lazy. The main thing is sincerity. Seriousness
should also be taken under consideration. If a man is serious, he can make impossible to be
possible. If we become serious in our intention we can shine in life.
(a) Good (antonym) (f) Lazy (antonym) (k) Serious (antonym)
(b) Writer (synonym) (g) Main (antonym) (l) Possible (antonym)
(c) Speaker (synonym) (h) Sincerity (synonym) (m) Intention (synonym)
(d) Recitation (synonym) (i) Seriousness (synonym) (n) Shine (synonym)
(e) Impossible (antonym) (j) Consideration (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Lion : How dare you wake me up
Mouse : Im sorry sir I did not mean to wake you I was just playing
Lion : Now Im going to kill you.
Mouse : Oh please sir. Have mercy on me one day, I can be your help.
Lion : What rubbish How can a little mouse help a big lion
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of ‘X’ college. Now, write an application to your Principal to
establish a debating club in the college. 10
11. Write a paragraph about the benefits of early rising by using listing style within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph describing the causes of price-hike in Bangladesh and its effects within 200
words. 15

RAJSHAHI BOARD  2023 Model Test 02

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
But at last God took pity (a)  him. One day the sailor was watching the water-snakes swimming
(b)  the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled (c)  such a strange wonder
that he felt a great love (d)  them and blessed them (e)  his heart. At once, the dead albatross
fell (f)  his neck (g)  the sea. A gentle breeze began to blow (h)  the south and the old man
fell (i)  a deep sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old man
was relieved (j)  his sufferings.
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2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
if there has to what’s...like had better
what does—look like was born let alone would rather as soon as
(a) Rupa  take up the profession of teaching than be a nurse. She thinks teaching is a noble
profession.
(b) Edmund Burke was an orator, writer and shrewd politician. He  in 1729 in England.
(c) He cannot teach in a high school,  in a university.
(d)  is difficult to regain lost health. So, we should always take care of our health.
(e)  flows a river beside our village. The river is useful to us in many ways.
(f) Sarika is an examinee. She  study a lot to make a good result.
(g)  honesty ? I think it to be a noble virtue.
(h) Rita is ill. We  go to see her. She will be happy to see us.
(i) The girls fell sick  they had foods. The foods were contaminated.
(j)  an elephant ? I have never seen it before.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that .
(b) It’s too late. , we would not have missed the train.
(c) The poem is too difficult for .
(d) Danger comes where . So, we have to be careful in our life.
(e) She spoke as if . She was actually a quack.
(f) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest  arrested.
(g) Despite , he helps his relatives.
(h) He took Logic  History. History seems to be difficult to him.
(i) If I had been hungry, . But I am not hungry at all.
(j) Corruption is a curse. It is high time the government .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
If all the children (a)  (go) to school, the country (b)  (get) rid of the curse of illiteracy. To
boost up education, the govt. (c)  (spend) more money. Subsidies must (d)  (give) in the
education sector. Teachers (e)  (need) to (f)  (train) for good teaching. The poor students can
(g)  (bring) under "Food for Education" programme. We (h)  (take) care that no institution (i)
 (close) down due to political clashes. All concerned (j)  (be) conscious about it. If we cannot
(k)  (keep) pace with the present world, we (l)  (lag) behind. For this we have to (m) 
(ensure) education for all and set a bright prospect for (n)  (implement) all necessary steps.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
“I can chop some wood today,” said Jerry. “But I have a boy coming from the orphanage.” “I am the
boy.” “You? But you are small.” Size does not matter, chopping wood,” said Jerry. “Some of the big
boys don't chop good. I’ve been chopping wood for a long time,” said Jerry to the writer.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
People around were just watching as the (a)  (pre-modify the noun) boy started (b)  (post-
modify the verb) into the (c)  (pre-modify the noun) canal. Then the traffic constable came. (d)
 (pre-modify the noun with a present participle) no time, he jumped into the canal. The (e) 
(pre-modify the noun with an adjective) constable did not think of his (f)  (pre-modify the noun)
life. He was (g)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) kind that he risked his life. People
(h)  (post-modify the noun) by the canal praised him (i)  (post-modify the verb with an
adverb). This type of person is a model (j)  (post-modify the noun).
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
The greatness of a book depends (a)  on the acceptability among the readers. (b)  we read a
book (c)  once, we can discover many things in it. (d)  basing on one reading, we cannot
judge the standard of a book. (e)  a book is praised (f) , we have no doubt about the
greatness of the book. (g)  the first reading, we may not understand a book. But if it is read more
than once, we will see (h)  it was read (i)  praised. So, the great books are those (j)  have
passed the test of time. (k)  the appeal of a great book doesn't decrease. (l) , the greatness of
the book is newly felt (m)  time passes. (n) , a great book is widely read and reread by people
all over the world.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
He is optimistic of his success. He works hard and abides by his teachers’ guidelines. He
understands that it is important to be diligent. He does not rely on any one and believes that
honesty and hard work can help one reach the peak of success. He harbours the faith that a
laborious man is sure to shine.
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(a) optimistic (antonym) (f) important (antonym) (k) peak (synonym)

(b) success (antonym) (g) diligent (synonym) (l) harbour (synonym)
(c) hard (synonym) (h) rely (synonym) (m) laborious (antonym)
(d) guidelines (synonym) (i) honesty (antonym) (n) shine (synonym)
(e) understand (synonym) (j) help (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Raja : What are you doing Rana
Rana : I am reading a letter
Raja : Letter? From whom
Rana : It’s from my pen friend. Shes an Australian. Her names Lucy.
Raja : How old is she
Rana : Sixteen The same as us. She lives in Sydney,
Raja : Sydney what’s that
Rana : Its a city in the south-east of Australia.
Raja : How do you know about it
Rana : Lucy has sent me a picture of it.
Raja : Can you show me the picture
Rana : Yes, here it is. You see, it looks very nice, doesn’t it
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Shafayat. You want to get admitted into an English Language Course run by
the British Council. Write an e-mail to the manager for detail. 10
11. Write a paragraph on "Importance of Moral Values” in 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on “Global Warming” in 200 words. 15

JASHORE BOARD  2023 Model Test 03

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Books are really our best friends as we can rely (a)  them when we are bored, upset, depressed,
lonely or annoyed. They share (b)  us information and knowledge whenever we need. They enable
us to have a glimpse (c)  cultures, traditions, arts, history, geography, health, psychology and
many other subjects and aspects of life. Good books always guide us (d)  the right path (e) 
life. Reading good books helps us understand the world (f)  us better. While reading books, we
build new and creative thoughts, images and opinions (g)  our mind. This habit helps us explore
life (h)  different perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects (i)  our body,
mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j)  the best qualities that a person can
possess.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born as soon as would father what does....look like had better
what's ...like have to/has to let alone there it
(a) Manners make a man. Students  practise good manners in everyday life.
(b) You look exhausted. You  take rest to refresh yourself.
(c) Raihan has not yet got 1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine,  booster dose.
(d) Our spring is very charming. During spring, various kinds of flowers bloom.  seems that
everything has got a new life.
(e) Ria :  the frozen mountain peak ?
Purnima : It looks like a white dome.
(f) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He  in Churulia of West Bengal.
(g) The sky is cloudy and it may storm at any moment. So, we should start our journey 
possible.
(h)  your family ? I belong to a nuclear family.
(i) I  learn than quarrel with them.
(j)  was a time when people used to travel on foot or riding animals.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to .
(b) If I had the wings of a bird, I .
(c) Unity is strength. United we stand, .
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(d) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless .
(e) Whenever my uncle comes to our house, he . I have never seen him coming to our house
empty-handed.
(f) It is high time you . It is detrimental to health.
(g) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough ?
(h) John is fond of reading. Whenever he goes to the book fair, .
(i) Rima is a good singer. She sings so well that .
(j) Since Bangladesh is an agricultural country, . We should put emphasis on our agricultural
sectors.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Dhaka, the world’s densest and fastest growing city, (a)  (face) unbearable traffic jams. There (b)
 (be) many reasons for this. The ever increasing number of vehicles and population (c)  (be)
the main reason. During a traffic jam, people (d)  (has) to suffer much. They have to (e) 
(move) inch by inch. They have to wait on roads hours after hours (f)  (face) unbearable
sufferings. Again, the roads of Dhaka city (g)  (be not) spacious. Only seven percent of Dhaka city
is (h)  (cover) by roads, compared with around 25 percent of Paris and Vienna. If anybody falls in
a traffic jam. he (i)  (not know) when he will reach home. Sometimes, a distance of 1km (j) 
(take) an hour to cross. Office and school goers find it very difficult (k)  (reach) their destination
in time. Our government (l)  (try) heart and soul to solve this problem. Flyovers (m)  (build) in
different places in order to control traffic jam. Besides, traffic police and sergeants (n)  (see) filing
cases against vehicles breaking road transport rules. But still it is becoming impossible to control
traffic jam.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
"I have won a lottery and got 10 lakh taka," said Samira. "Congratulations!" I said. "What do you
intend to do with the large amount of money?" "I want to serve my poor village people. So, I have
made up my mind to establish a hospital in our rural area," Samira replied. "Thank you," I said. "I
shall also help you in this respect."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Language plays a (a)  (pre-modify the adjective with an intensifier) important role in our life. We
use language from the time we wake up (b)  (post-modify the verb) till we go to bed at night. We
use language not only in our (c)  (pre-modify the noun) hours, but also in our dreams. We use
language (d)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) what we feel and to say what we like or
dislike. We also use language (e)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) information. Language
is (f)  (pre-modify the adjective) present in our life. It is an (g)  (pre-modify the noun) part of
our life. As an (h)  (pre-modify the noun) nation we also have a language. But we had to struggle
(i)  (use adverb to post-modify the verb) to establish the right to our language. Many (j)  (pre-
modify the noun with an adjective) sons of our country sacrificed their lives for our mother-tongue.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Leisure is the moment (a)  a man is totally free from his work. In leisure, a man is (b)  free
from work but also from worries and tension. (c) , it is a time, (d)  a man is his own master
and the mind is relaxed (e)  the body is at rest. (f)  our life is full of duties. By performing our
duties one after another, it seems (g)  our life is an exhausting business. This is the tragedy of
our life that we cannot avoid our work and worries. (h) , leisure helps us to break this chain and
enable us to refresh ourselves and revive our spirit. Leisure breaks the monotony of existence with a
touch of variety. (i)  we look into developed countries, we will see that people love to spend their
leisure in different ways. (j) , they never idle away their leisure time. (k) , it is seen that some
people love to go for travelling, some enjoy sight-seeing in different places. (l) , some people
spend their free time playing different types of games. (m)  leisure is always a source of joy. (n)
, everybody should try to find leisure to enjoy it to make the life happy and peaceful.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Illiteracy is a curse. It retards all development work of a country. It is said that an illiterate nation
gropes in darkness with no definite goal. In fact, an illiterate person is conservative, superstitious
and blind. He can contribute very little to his society and country. He is unconscious and unaware of
his right and responsibilities. The whole country is responsible for this. Most of our people are
illiterate and poor. In fact, illiteracy, caused by poverty, stands in the way of success. All should be
practical and pragmatic while addressing this problem. Effective measures must be taken by all
concerned to remove illiteracy and thus make the nation enlightened.
(a) curse (antonym) (f) conservative (antonym) (k) responsibilities
(b) retards (synonym) (g) little (synonym) (synonym)
(c) illiterate (antonym) (h) unconscious (synonym) (l) measure (synonym)
(d) darkness (antonym) (i) whole (synonym) (m) poor (antonym)
(e) goal (synonym) (j) success (antonym) (n) remove (synonym)
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9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Rodela : Hello Rahela what are you doing
Rahela : I'm reading a newspaper
Rodela : Do you read them regularly
Rahela : Yes everyday before breakfast Dont you
Rodela : No I don’t. Whats the use of it
Rahela : Newspaper is an indispensable part of our life It helps us in many ways.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of class XII of 'X' college. Write an application to the principal of
your college for ensuring safe drinking water in the college campus. 10
11. Write a paragraph on 'The Padma Bridge', within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on 'The causes and effects of failure in English' within 200 words. 15

CUMILLA BOARD  2023 Model Test 04

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A craftwork is an applied form (a)  art, a social and cultural product reflecting the inclusive
nature (b)  folk imagination. A craftwork, which usually doesn't bear the signature of its maker,
retains a personal touch. When we look (c)  a thirty years old Nakshi Kantha, we wonder (d) 
its motif and designs that point (e)  the artistic ingenuity and the presence of the maker (f) 
it. The fact that we do not know her name or any other detail (g)  her does not take anything (h)
 from our appreciation (i)  the artist. Indeed, the intimate nature (j)  the Kantha and the
tactile feeling it generates animate the work and make it very inviting.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there let alone have to had better what does.... look like
it would rather as soon as was born what’s—like
(a) The tennis match restarted  the rain had stopped.
(b) In England, most school children  wear a uniform. Is it the same in Bangladesh?
(c) In our country, rainy season is very different. During this season  rains heavily without any gap.
(d) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He  in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional
Greek beliefs and so he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock.
(e) Long ago,  lived a mighty warrior, Kublai Khan. He built an amazing palace in a deep dark
and mysterious forest.
(f) A warrior  die than surrender to enemies. He loves his country more than his life.
(g) We  take an umbrella. It may rain today.
(h)  the weather  today?
(i) Baby : Mom,  a ghost ?
(j)  has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) There is a wise saying that united we stand, , So, we must be united to reach our expected goal.
(b) Industry is the key to success. We work hard so that .
(c) My younger brother is very fond of me. Whenever I go out, .
(d) Bangladesh is my motherland. It is blessed with rivers. Inspite of that, we do not get water
during dry season because .
(e) If we lose the morning hours of life, .
(f) I can't recall his name. It is long since .
(g) The poem is too difficult . The teacher told us to listen to him very carefully.
(h) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(i) We met the strange person while .
(j) Would you mind ? I am very thirsty.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Newspaper (a)  (consider) the people's parliament. The newspaper (b)  (play) a vital role in
modern civilization. It (c)  (call) to be the mirror of the world. We must (d)  (develop) the habit
of (e)  (read) the newspaper daily. It helps us (f)  (acquire) general knowledge, which (g) 
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(be) essential for our education. Nobody (h)  (maintain) contact with the outside world without
reading the newspaper. Mere bookish knowledge (i)  (be) not sufficient in the struggle of life. A
man who (j)  (read) the newspaper daily (k)  (be) like a creature of the narrow well. Being
ignorant of current topics, he cannot (l)  (take) part in the talks and discussions in an
enlightened society and he (m)  (live) like a fish out of water in it. Students (n)  (ask) for
reading newspaper daily.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
"What's a puppet show?" Mita said to her father. Father said, "Let's go inside and you can see
yourself." Inside the tent Mita said, "How strange! A doll is dancing and talking." Father said, "A man
behind the screen is moving the doll. Do you understand who is talking?"
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Amerigo, (a)  (use noun in apposition) lives alone. His parents now live separate and none of
them wants (b)  (use infinitive to post-modify the verb) his responsibility. (c)  (use possessive
to pre-modify the noun) mother told him to go away because she is married to another man. (d) 
(use determiner to pre-modify the noun) streets are now his home. He wanted (e)  (use adjective
to pre-modify the noun) money from his father to buy a (f)  (use noun adjective to pre-modify the
noun) ticket. But his father did not answer. He earns his living by working hard. (g)  (use
adverbial to pre-modify the verb) he finds work. Some of (h)  (use demonstrative to pre-modify
the noun) works are very risky for him. Once he sold ice-cream (i)  (use prepositional phrase to
post modify the verb). But he got (j)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) money in return
from the owner of the ice-cream shop.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Health (a)  is the root of all happiness, can be enjoyed taking adequate care of body and mind.
People (b)  are always under mental stress and suffer from anxieties cannot enjoy a good health,
(c)  to enjoy good health, it is also necessary to keep our mind sound. They are doctors (d) 
say that simple and carefree life is more conducive to health. Many people, (e) , are not aware of
health rules. They (f)  take physical exercise (g)  take proper food. (h) , a huge number of
people of our country live below poverty line. (i)  they cannot afford to eat good food. (j)  they
cannot enjoy good health. (k) , awareness about health rules (l)  following them are very
important in maintaining good health. (m)  only healthy people can contribute to the national
development. (n)  we must be careful of our health.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Education is one of the basic needs of human being and is essential for any kind of development.
The poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be attributed to most people’s
inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health, sanitation
and population control. If they were educated, they could live a healthy and planned life. Education
teaches us how to earn well and how to spend well. It enables us to make the right choices in life
and to perform our duties properly. It enhances our ability to raise crops, store food, protect the
environment and carry out our social responsibilities.
(a) basic (synonym) (f) illiterate (synonym) (k) spend (antonym)
(b) essential (synonym) (g) sanitation (synonym) (l) enable (antonym)
(c) development (synonym) (h) population (synonym) (m) properly (synonym)
(d) condition (synonym) (i) healthy (antonym) (n) ability (antonym)
(e) inaccessibility (antonym) (j) teach (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Laila : I cant see anything. Where am I?
Aunt : Youre safe in your Aunts house. Whats the matter?
Laila : I’m afraid I can hear a sound.
Aunt : But I cant.
Laila : Listen again can you hear it now?
Aunt : Yes I can.
Laila : Is it a ghost?
Aunt : No, its only an owl.
Laila : Owl But it makes a horrible sound.
Aunt : It’s a bird only dear.
Laila : Could you sleep with me?
Aunt : Okay Now go to sleep Laila You’re very tired After your long journey.
Laila : You’re right.
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PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]

10. Imagine, you are Arif, a student of 'N' College. Flood has caused a great damage all around
your locality. Now, write an application to the Principal of your college to open a relief camp
in your college premises so that you can send relief goods to the flood affected people in your
locality. 10
11. Write a paragraph of description on "Your Favourite Teacher" within 200 words. 15
12. Write a compare and contrast paragraph on "City life and Rural life" within 200 words. 15

SYLHET BOARD  2023 Model Test 05

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Corruption is a curse (a)  a nation. It is a great hindrance (b)  the development. (c) 
corrupted people, a nation will surely suffer (d)  the long run. Corrupted people are hated (e) 
all. The common mass have no good feeling (f)  them. They are devoid (g)  honesty and
purity. They don’t abide (h)  the social rules. Morality doesn’t have any impact (i)  these
criminals. They bring no sweet fruit for their land and so it is high time we stood (j)  them
unitedly.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there was born what does... look like as soon as let alone
had better it would rather what’s it like have to
(a) Anika can’t afford a bus ticket  air ticket.
(b) It may rain today, you  reach home earlier.
(c)  is many years since we first met. How time does fly!
(d) As his brother met an accident, he needs to go to hospital  possible.
(e) We  develop our view about hartal and strike. Let's change our destructive culture.
(f)  have been remarkable changes in the behaviour of our young generation.
(g) Maria Manda is a promising footballer of our country. She  in a remote village, Kalshindur.
(h)  having integrity in one's character? It is the best quality of a man.
(i) He is very poor but honest. He  starve than cheat anybody.
(j)  a squirrel ?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Most of the rivers are getting polluted day by day. It is high time .
(b) Milk is rich in food values. We should take milk everyday so that .
(c) Mr. John is very interested in tourism. He wants to visit Bangladesh with a view to .
(d) I like to play cricket in my leisure time. When I get a chance, .
(e) No nation can develop without education. So, it is rightly said that .
(f) Mina really sings well. If she gets opportunity, .
(g) He was a petty clerk. But he behaved as though .
(h) The weather of that night was very rough. I would have met you provided .
(i) Bangladesh is a small country. Though it has a small area, .
(j) English is an international language. There is not a country in the world where .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
It is natural that a man cannot (a)  (live) alone. He always (b)  (need) a company. He has to
(c)  (express) his thought and ideas, (d)  (think) others while the others (e)  (be) of the
same needs. He (f)  (have) also the need of others for (g)  (ensure) their safety and comfort.
So, he is bound (h)  (live) with others (i)  (make) an institution and it (j)  (call) society.
Society (k)  (be) the first organization which (l)  (make) by our primitive ancestors. They (m)
 (be) the first to contribute to (n)  (develop) the civilization.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
Mr. Kalam said to the bank manager, “ May I get in, sir?” “Yes, come in,” said the bank manager. Mr.
Kalam said, “I want to open a bank account.” The manager said, “What type of account will you
open?” “ I want to open a savings account, “said Mr. Kalam. “Please go to the front desk. The officer
will help you.” "Thank you very much," Mr. Kalam said.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Drug addiction among the young generation has become a (a)  (pre modify the noun) concern.
Drug is mainly used as medicine (b)  (use an infinitive to post modify the verb) diseases and an
excess of taking drug for no disease is called drug addiction. It has grasped the young generation (c)
 (post modify the verb). They take drugs to forget (d)  (use possessive to pre modify the noun)
sadness, (e)  (pre modify the noun) people take drugs (f)  (use adverb to post modify). Drug
addiction causes (g)  (pre modify the noun) harm to human body. (h)  (use a participle) them
aware, we can remove this curse from our society. All concerned should take initiatives (i)  (use
an infinitive to post modify the verb) it. The criminals should be punished with an (j)  (use a
noun adjective) hand.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Bangladesh is a free and sovereign country. (a)  it was a part of Pakistan from 1947 to 1971. In
1971 it became independent (b)  started its journey as a free nation, (c)  the journey was not
smooth at all. On 7 March, 1971 (d)  Bangabandhu delivered his speech, the common mass got
united (e)  started their preparation for a war. The Pakistani forces started mass killing (f) 
killed about 30 lakh innocent people. They thought (g)  they could suppress the Bangalees
within a few days. (h)  the brave sons of our land proved them wrong.(i)  the freedom fighters
didn’t have modern weapons in their hand, they were the real patriots and courageous. (j) , after
few months they became successful in their mission. (k)  the long waited date came (l)  the
Bangalees got their victory on 16 December, 1971. (m)  we are the citizens of a free land (n) 
marching forward to the way of lasting development very quickly.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Facebook is a very popular social networking site with over eight hundred million users. But it has
both positive and negative effects on its users. We can keep touch with our friends and relatives. It is
the best means to stay connected with people. Facebook helps us make friendship even with
unknown people. On the other hand, it is very easy for cyber bullies to thrive. They can harass any
one. Besides, teenagers are spending too much time on it.
(a) popular (antonym) (f) connected (antonym) (k) thrive (synonym)
(b) effects (synonym) (g) help (synonym) (l) harass (synonym)
(c) touch (synonym) (h) make (synonym) (m) teenager (antonym)
(d) friends (antonym) (i) unknown (antonym) (n) spend (synonym)
(e) means (synonym) (j) easy (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Ratan said to his father I want to go outside for sometime. Why is it not the suitable time for going
out. I need to meet my friend Shimul. Now it is 8 PM. You should not waste time doing this type of
activities father replied. Ill come back. before 9 0 clock said Ratan. “This is the last time I think,”
father said.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Alindo Hasan, a student of Oxford College. Write an application to the
principal of your college for opening a relief camp for the flood affected people. 10
11. Write a paragraph on “The Padma Bridge”. (200 words) 15
12. Write a paragraph on “Road Accidents in Bangladesh” showing its causes and effects. (200
words). 15

BARISHAL BOARD  2023 Model Test 06

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Speaking ill (a)  others is a very bad human tendency. It develops a negative inclination (b) 
one’s mind. This habit tempts one (c)  indulge (d)  a negative approach out of his unsound
mind. It leaves bad effects (e)  human individuals and society. It also hampers the happy and
smooth run (f)  the society. People very often burst (g)  tears (h)  this heinous act. We all
should be aware (i)  it and give (j)  this bad habit.
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2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better would rather what’s.... like used to as soon as
what does ...... look like feel like as if there what if
(a) Jolly is my friend, she  sing in a choir, but she gave it up for some unavoidable reasons.
(b) The world economy is passing through a great crisis due to war situation. The world leaders
 concentrate on the economy and security of the common people.
(c) We went to John’s office yesterday. He behaved  he had not known us.
(d)  a dinosaur ? Have you ever seen it?
(e) We are waiting outside.  you finish your dinner, don't delay to join us.
(f) He is so honest that he  die than cheat.
(g)  the ice had cracked? You would have disappeared into the icy water.
(h) You told me about a French novel.  the novel ?
(i) I am very thirsty. I  having a nice cool glass of lemonade.
(j)  exists no life in the Mars.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. We all should have patriotism .
(b) Our freedom fighters risked their lives in the war of liberation so that .
(c) He was not hungry at all. Had he been hungry, .
(d) They continued to walk until .
(e) She can't ride a bicycle, let alone .
(f) Corruption is rampant in the country. It is high time the government .
(g) 21st February is a red-letter day in our national history, because .
(h) There goes a proverb .
(i) Mira has not been able to recall where .
(j) No sooner had she crossed the main gate .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
On 26 March, 1971, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (a)  (declare) the independence of
Bangladesh. (b)  (follow) this declaration, a war began between the freedom-loving Bangalees and
the brutal forces of West Pakistan, (c)  (result) the independence of Bangladesh. The Pakistani
Military Janta (d)  (base) in West Pakistan (e)  (launch) the Operation Searchlight against the
unarmed people of East Pakistan (f)  (initiate) genocide in Bangladesh. In response to the
violence, members of Mukti Bahini (g)  (start) a mass guerrilla war against the occupation forces.
People from all walks of life (h)  (respond) to the call of Bangabandhu and joined the war (i) 
(liberate) their dear motherland. The war (j)  (continue) for about nine months. The heroic sons of
the soil made the supreme sacrifices with a view to (k)  (snatch) away the long-cherished freedom
and thus (l)  (establish) Bangladesh as an independent country in the world map. Now, it (m)
 (be) our bounden duty (n)  (uphold) the freedom of the country.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“How is your mother, Habib?,” said Fahim. “She is better today,” said Habib. “Did you take her to
any doctor?” “Yes, and the doctor has x-rayed her.” “Now, take a good care of her and ensure all
medications as prescribed,” said Fahim. “Of course, thank you a lot,” said Habib.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Kazi Nazrul Islam is called the Shelley of Bangla literature. He was a (a)  (premodify the noun)
poet. He wrote (b)  (postmidify the verb) in almost all branches of Bangla literature. Nazrul, (c)
 (post modify the noun with appositive), won the atention of everybody in his early childhood. He
wrote ceaselessly until the death of (d)  (use possessive to premodify the noun)poetic flair. He
composed (e)  (premodify the noun) songs (f)  (post modify the noun with an adjective
clause). His literary works have enriched (g)  (premodify the noun with noun adjective) literature.
His poems and songs played a great role (h)  (post modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) in
our war of liberation. He (i)  (premodify the verb) sang the songs of equality in his poetry. He is (j)
 (premodify the noun with determiner) pride, no doubt.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Scientists have always wondered (a)  there is life anywhere out in the space. They have joined
together in a major project called the communication with Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (b)  seeks
to establish contact with any other living beings in the universe. (c)  they are beaming out radio
signals into the space. It was thought (d)  there exists life on Mars, (e)  two viking spacecrafts
(f)  landed on Mars in 1976 did not provide much evidence of life there. The pictures sent by
them showed (g)  the Mars has a sky; (h) , the sky is red instead of a blue one like ours. Its
gravity is about half (i)  strong (j)  that of Earth. (k) , the atmosphere is also much
thinner than our planet. It has deserts, high mountains, canals, volcanoes, craters etc. as well as
summer (l)  winter. (m) , there are no trees, (n)  life forms.
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8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Hospitality means friendly and generous treatment and entertainment towards guests or strangers,
especially at one's home. There was a time when hospitality was encouraged in our country. People
could travel hundreds of miles with having a single penny. Gone are those days! Nowadays, people
have become commercial and self-centred in their etiquette and manners. In all religions, hospitality
is encouraged, because hospitality brings peace and amity in the society. To form a better society, we
need to cultivate it at home and away.
(a) hospitality (synonym) (f) stranger (antonym) (k) etiquette (synonym)
(b) friendly (antonym) (g) encourage (synonym) (l) peace (antonym)
(c) generous(synonym) (h) travel (synonym) (m) amity (antonym)
(d) treatment (synonym) (i) having (synonym) (n) cultivate (synonym)
(e) entertainment (antonym) (j) self-centred (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Ishtiak : Excuse me where is the nearest hospital
Fuad : Its about 2km from here You will have to hire a taxi You can also go there by bus
Ishtiak : I see is there a bus station near here
Fuad : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner
Ishtiak : Thank you
Fuad : Dont mention it
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Write an application to the Chairman of Union Parishad requesting him/her to issue you an
online birth certificate. 10
11. Write a paragraph on “The Uses and Abuses of Mobile Phone” in about 200 words. 15
12. Write a cause-and-effect paragraph on “Price Hike”, briefly describing the causes and its
impacts on our daily life. 15

DINAJPUR BOARD  2023 Model Test 07

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Drug addiction has become a serious problem (a)  modern society. Many young men and women
are falling victims (b)  this. There are many reasons (c)  drug addiction. Drugs are expensive.
So, to manage money, the addicts often go (d)  stealing, killing or all sorts of misdeeds. Drugs are
smuggled (e)  a country and the smugglers carry (f)  drug business freely. Bangladesh is not
free (g)  the curse of drugs. But we cannot allow this (h)  our country. The first thing to do is
to highlight its dangerous effects (i) —— people. The government and mass media can play an
effective role (j)  this respect.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
have to what’s... like had better was born let alone
there what does...look like would rather as soon as it
(a) Your performance is not satisfactory. You will  be careful in future.
(b) Mr. X is an honest man. He  die than steal.
(c) I am a poor student. I cannot buy my necessary books,  a smart phone set.
(d) You have failed in the test examination. You  start reading attentively from today.
(e) Madhusudan Dutta is an epic poet. He  at Sagardari in Jashore.
(f) I had a bad luck.  I reached the station, the train left.
(g)  the Bay of Bengal ? My friend is going there for a visit tomorrow.
(h)  it  travelling by an air? I have no idea about it.
(i) Recently I have visited the Sundarbans.  are tigers in it.
(j)  is many years since I saw him last. Today I cannot recognize him.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Honesty is the best policy. The people who are honest .
(b) Because of greenhouse effect, the climate .
(c) You cannot shine in life .
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(d) Overeating is harmful to health. It is high time .

(e) There goes a proverb that morning .
(f) I work hard although .
(g) No sooner had I reached the college .
(h) There are so many poor people in our country. I wish .
(i) Inspite of having all facilities, the boy .
(j) The old man  is my grandfather.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Deforestation (a)  (mean) cutting down trees at random. It (b)  (cause) mainly by a group of
dishonest people. They cut trees (c)  (make) profit. Ordinary people also (d)  (use) trees as
fuel and furniture. Because of (e)  (cut) more and more trees, we are going (f)  (face) a great
danger in the coming future. We (g)  (know) that oxygen (h)  (supply) by trees for animals.
Without (i)  (take) oxygen, we cannot live a single moment. If trees (j)  (cut) down in this way,
the amount of carbon dioxide (k)  (increase) in the atmosphere. As a result, the heat (l) 
(rise). It (m)  (call) greenhouse effect. (n)  (enjoy) a peaceful life, we must plant more and more
trees.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“Why do you stop me?” asked Rubel. “Have I done any wrong?” “You are driving so fast. It is not the
rule," said the traffic sergeant. “Sorry Sir. My mother is in the hospital. So, I am in a hurry,” said
Rubel.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
An (a)  (pre-modify the noun) student is he, who has (b)  (use a quantifier to pre-modify the
noun) good qualities. He studies (c)  (post modify the verb). He knows that the (d)  (pre-
modify the noun) duty of a student is to study. So, he never neglects (e)  (use a possessive) duty.
He even makes the proper use of (f)  (use a determiner to pre-modify the noun) moment. Sabuj,
(g)  (post modify the noun with an appositive) of our class is an example of a good student. Sabuj
is (h)  (pre-modify the adjective) helpful to us. I try (i)  (modify the verb with an infinitive) a
boy like Sabuj. I want to be one of the (j)  (pre-modify the noun) stars in the class.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
A cyclone is a devastating storm in Bangladesh that moves at a high speed, (a)  it causes
immense harm to people and property. (b)  the inhabitants of coastal regions are the main
victims of cyclone. (c)  the cyclone of Bangladesh originates from the Bay of Bengal. (d)  it is
accompanied by thunders and heavy showers. (e)  unbearable heat is felt for a few days. (f) 
one day the sky becomes terribly dark and strong winds begin to blow. (g)  a terrible situation is
created that lasts for hours. (h)  it causes a great havoc causing death to people and other
animals. (i)  dwelling houses are blown away. (j)  the cyclone is followed by scarcity of food
and outbreak of various diseases. (k)  the great loss caused by cyclone can be reduced. (l) 
prior warning can be given to people using modern technology of weather forecast. (m)  people
and domestic animals of the cyclone-prone areas can be shifted to cyclone shelters. (n)  a quick
relief work and medical facilities should be ensured.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A rift was created between Shilpi and Rashid and their extended family. Some of the members
insulted and criticized the couple. Unable to convince their close relatives of the risks of pregnancy,
Shilpi and Rashid returned to the counsellor. They took the help of a parent peer who had been
trained to speak to other parents about adolescent issues. Eventually everyone came to understand
the harmful effects of early pregnancy on mother and child.
(a) create (synonym) (f) close (synonym) (k) harmful (antonym)
(b) extend (antonym) (g) early (antonym) (l) effect (synonym)
(c) insult (antonym) (h) return (synonym) (m) counsellor (synonym)
(d) criticize (antonym) (i) help (synonym) (n) trained (antonym)
(e) unable (antonym) (j) everyone (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
He said i can chop some wood today, you but youre small said I. Size dont matter chopping wood
some of the big boys dont chop good, ive been chopping wood at the orphanage a long time.
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PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]

10. Suppose, you are a student of a college in Jashore. Many outsiders disturb the students in
your college campus during class hours. Now write an application to your Principal for taking
measures against outsiders. 10
11. Write a paragraph on ‘International Mother Language Day’. Your paragraph should not exceed
200 words. 15
12. Write a cause and effect paragraph on, ‘Environment Pollution’. Your paragraph should not
exceed 200 words. 15

MYMENSINGH BOARD  2023 Model Test 08

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The orphanage is high (a)  the Carolina mountains. The writer was there (b)  the autumn.
She preferred peaceful environment to pen some troublesome writing. She wanted the mountain air
to blow (c)  the malaria from too long a time (d)  the subtropics. She was homesick (e) 
the flaming (f)  maples (g)  October and for many other things. She found them all living (h)
 a cabin belonging (i)  the orphanage, half a mile (j)  orphanage farm.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
what’s.... like there have to/has to let alone had better
what does.... look like was born as soon as it would rather
(a) These kids are fun-loving. They  play than study.
(b) She is an irresponsible person. You can’t trust her with your dog,  with your child.
(c) A :  your new office ?
B : I love it. The environment is very peaceful.
(d) The show resumed  the power supply was restored. It was a great relief for the spectators.
(e) I have to meet my aunt in 15 minutes. I  go now or I will be late.
(f) The weather is very hot and humid.  is expected that it will rain this evening.
(g)  goes a proverb that unity is strength. So, we must be united till we reach our goal.
(h) In England, school children  wear uniforms. What about Bangladesh?
(i) Shakespeare  and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, England.
(j) Son: Dad,  an Arctic fox  ?
Father : I’ve no idea. But you can always Google the term and find out.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) There was a little rain yesterday. If it had rained heavily, .
(b) Though junk foods look appetizing, . We should avoid them.
(c) Opportunity does not always come. You would have succeeded in life provided that .
(d) The old man is very weak. He walks very slowly lest .
(e) The amount of waste is growing rapidly all over the world and polluting the environment. It is
high time .
(f) I wish I . I would express my feelings in my poems.
(g) English is an international language. We need to learn it as .
(h) Kiran got a foreign scholarship. She was so happy that .
(i) It was my first lecture. I was too nervous .
(j) Manners define a man. We always appreciate a person .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Cricket (a)  (be) a popular game. Now-a-days, people (b)  (long) to watch it to get pleasure.
Cricket (c)  (call) a gentlemen’s game too. A bond of friendship (d)  (create) among the playing
nations. The Bangladesh national cricket team is popularly (e)  (know) as the Tigers. Our cricket
team (f)  (be) very organized. It already (g)  (prove) its worth in many an international match.
Our cricketers (h)  (be) capable of (i)  (compete) with the renowned cricket teams of the world.
The prestige of our country already (j)  (go) up in the international arena: thanks to our cricket
team. In spite of its renown, sometimes our cricket team (k)  (shock) us by (l)  (perform)
poorly. Even after that, we believe, our cricketers (m)  (outshine) all other competitors in future.
However, they (n)  (need) more vigorous practice to reach their goals.
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5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7

“What kind of stories did Aesop tell?” asked Anwar. “Fables,” replied Mr. Rahman.
“Do you know what fables are?” “No,” replied Anwar. “Well,” continued Mr. Rahman, “Fables are
stories with a moral. And Aesop entertained people by telling these stories.”
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
The purpose of education is to bring about (a)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) changes
in (b)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) behaviour. It also brings changes in our lives
and society (c)  (use a relative clause to post-modify the noun). If it fails to do so, it can’t be
called education. Education is not only receiving certificates and getting grades. It is (d)  (use an
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) more than that, we can apply our (e)  (use a part participle
to pre-modify the noun) knowledge in our engagement with the world that lies (f)  (use an adverb
to post-modify the verb). We can do that in (g)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) ways.
One way is civic engagement which is (h)  (use an adverb to pre-modify the verb ‘appreciated’)
appreciated all over the world. Civic engagement means working to make difference in civic life (i)
 (use a prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun ‘life’). A person (j)  (use a past participle
to post modify the noun) civically is concerned about civic issues like injustice, discrimination and
other forms of social ills.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Time, by its very nature, is fleeting. (a)  time once gone is gone forever. (b)  the sincere people
realize the value of time. (c) , not everyone is aware of the value of time. (d) , it is seen that
many of us waste time. (e) , we realize the significance of lost time when it is too late. (f) , we
suffer in life. (g)  all of us should make the best use of time. (h)  proper time management is
the key to success in student life. (i) , we find that an ideal student is the one who makes the
best use of time. (j) , a lazy student fails to make the grade as he kills time. (k)  the teachers
advise their students not to waste time. (l) , they warn the students against their addiction to
social networking sites and gaming. (m) , students should follow the advice of their teachers, (n)
 they will suffer in the long run.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Sumi is a good-looking young women. Her large dark eyes are beautiful. Her complexion is flawless
and she has got a lovely smile. Her long black hair is full and shiny. She is tall and slender, and her
movement is graceful. And, she always dresses stylishly. Everyone appreciates her beauty. But Sumi
worries that people do not notice her talents and hard work. She wants people to know that a
woman can have beauty, ambition and a bit of intelligence too.
(a) good-looking (synonym) (f) graceful (synonym) (k) talent (synonym)
(b) dark (synonym) (g) stylishly (antonym) (l) beauty (antonym)
(c) flawless (synonym) (h) appreciate (antonym) (m) ambition (synonym)
(d) shiny (antonym) (i) worries (antonym) (n) intelligence (synonym)
(e) slender (antonym) (j) notice (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Son : Did you keep a diary during the Liberation War
Father : Yes I did
Son : Can I have a look at it
Father : Im afraid Ive lost it.
Son : Do you remember anything about it
Father : Yes I remember one event there were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night you
wanted to look out but we didnt let you.
Son : Why
Father : Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of ‘X’ College, Dhaka. Now, write an application to the Principal of
your college for providing multimedia facilities in the classrooms. 10
11. Write a paragraph within 200 words describing the importance of “Tree Plantation". 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting between “Village life and City life” within 200
words. 15

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DHAKA BOARD  2022 Model Test 10

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Camels are one of the few animals that can live in a desert. Camels have humps (a)  their backs.
They store fat (b)  these humps. The fat gives them energy. Because camels do not store water,
fat helps produce water when camel move (c)  the dry desert. They can go (d)  several months
without water. Camels eat grass to get moisture. The camels are as useful (e)  the people of the
desert as the buffalo are (f)  the grasslands. The meat of the camel is good to eat. People make
cloth (g)  of camel hair. Shoes are made (h)  the hides. The camels also good (i)  travel in
the desert. Some people travel the desert (j)  camels to make a living.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
what's...like have to/has to there would rather let alone
was born what does....look like as soon as had better it
(a) We have not decided yet where we are going,  booked the tickets.
(b) I  lead a simple life than earn a lot of money illegally.
(c)  has been many years since I saw him.
(d) Have you ever seen an octopus?  it  ?
(e) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He  in 469 BC.
(f) The sailors were terrified.  were no birds or animals in that snow covered country.
(g) He is not at home now.  he returns, I will ring you.
(h) I hear you have joined a new job.  your new boos ?
(i) You are always late in attending class. You  be on time.
(j) I  get to the railway station by five or else I may miss the train.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) I could not recognise you at first. It was many years since we .
(b) Water is polluted in different ways. It is high time we .
(c) I think you are not regular in studies. Be attentive lest .
(d) Birds fly in the sky freely. Had I the wings of a bird .
(e) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
When I was a child, I (a)  (be) afraid of the dark, and I always (b)  (go) to sleep with a light on.
Even then, I feared that monsters (c)  (climb) in through my bedroom window and kill me. And
every sound I (d)  (hear) struck fear into me. Often, I ran away from the room and (e)  (sleep)
on the floor at the foot of my parent's bed. Now that I (f)  (be) almost twenty years old, I obviously
do better than what I (g)  (do) as a child. However, I (h)  (be) still scared of bedtime. I dislike
(i)  (sleep) alone, and I still keep a tiny night light on. And before I go to bed, I double-check every
door and every window to make sure that they (j)  (be) locked. Indeed, imaginary beings do not
invade from outside, they exist in our superstitious beliefs.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"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." "Humorist! you're
quite a humorist," she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Once there lived a grasshopper and an ant. The ant was hard-working. (a) , the grasshopper was
lazy. (b) , he idled away his time dancing and sleeping. (c) , he sometimes advised the ant not
to work so hard. (d) , the ant paid no heed to the grasshopper. (e) , he continued to work
hard gathering food for the coming winter. (f) , winter came, covering everything with snow. The
surface of the earth went under the snow-cover. (g) , the grasshopper could not find any food. (h)
, he had nothing in stock. (i) , he went to the ant for help. The ant gave him some food for the
day. (j) , the long winter was ahead, and the grasshopper was really worried about his survival.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Suppose, you sent five packages of books to Khulna through Zebra Courier Service. One
package was missing at the time of delivery. Now, write a letter to the customer service
manager complaining about missing goods. 10
8. Write a paragraph on "On-campus class and online class" showing their respective merits and
demerits within 200 words. 10
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RAJSHAHI BOARD  2022 Model Test 11

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Shilpi married Rashid (a)  the age of fifteen. Marrying (b)  daughters (c)  an early age is a
standard practice (d)  many families living in rural Bangladesh. (e)  her wedding, Shilpi
joined a local empowerment group that helps her (f)  the tools needed to gradually change
cultural practices, particularly those pertaining (g)  early marriage and pregnancy. The group's
activities include discussions (h)  how to change behaviour related (i)  reproductive health as
well as one-on-one counselling. Like Shilpi, many of the girls got assistance (j)  this
empowerment group.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born has to what's...like had better let alone
as soon as there what does...look like would rather it
(a) Susmita is very honest. She  resign the post than earn money in a dishonest way.
(b) Karim :  your new dress ?
Rahim : It is very nice.
(c) Sukanto  on 25 August 1926 at his maternal uncle's home at Kolkata.
(d) I cannot remember the title of the book  the details of the story. I read it many years ago.
(e) You look very dirty. You  take bath before you go to bed.
(f) Panic seized me  I heard his roaring voice.
(g) My mother is ill. She  be shifted to hospital.
(h) I have never seen a ghost.  a ghost ?
(i)  lived a boy named Newton. The boy was very kind-hearted. So, everybody liked him.
(j) During Spring, various kinds of flowers bloom.  seems that everything has got a new life.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) If I had a camera, . I like photography very much.
(b) Though he was brilliant, . He was very irregular in his college.
(c) Jamil had an accident yesterday while he .
(d) I am not a rich man. The car is too expensive .
(e) There goes a proverb that . So, we should make friendship with a gentleman.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
There are many reasons for which many a student in our country (a)  (fail) in English. That
English is a foreign language is the main reason. English is as if it (b)  (to be) a language (c) 
(mean) for a particular class of people. It (d)  (regard) as a sheer wastage of time. They (e) 
(begin) to cram English as though they (f)  (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.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"What happened to you, Tareq?" said Rashed. "I was sick with the flu. Have you heard anything
about our exam?" said Tareq. "It is on 23 October. You need to collect the admit card of the exam,"
said Rashed. "From where can I get it?" said Tareq. "It is in the office room," said Rashed.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Air is an important element of our environment. (a) , clean air is essential for our life. (b) , air
is polluted in many ways. (c) , one thing that pollutes air is smoke. Smoke is produced from
different sources. (d) , we make fire to cook food and it creates smoke. (e) , buses and trucks
plying in the roads emit smoke. (f) , the burning of coal in the railway engine also produces
smoke. (g) , the mills and factories also produce a huge amount of smoke. (h) , we melt tar
for road constructions which produces black smoke. (i) , all these smokes mix with the air and
pollute it. (j) , smoke from different sources is causing serious harm to our environment.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper complaining against the reckless driving of the
motor cars in the streets. 10
8. Write a paragraph on 'Food Adulteration' showing its causes and effects. [Use 200 words] 10
 PartC  Board Based Model Test 135

JASHORE BOARD  2022 Model Test 12

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The ceremony began (a)  10 a.m. Our principal Mr. Rahman presided (b)  the function and
Member of Parliament Mr. Reza was the chief guest. The function started (c)  the recitation from
the holy Quran. One (d)  our senior teachers read (e)  the annual report. The honorable chief
guest delivered a brief but inspiring speech (f)  education. He advised the students to be regular
(g)  the class and attentive (h)  studies and take part (i)  the movement (j)  illiteracy.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there let alone was born would rather what's...like
had better it have to as soon as what does...look like
(a) He cannot read newspaper,  edit a newspaper.
(b)  lived a wise man but he was not wellknown to all.
(c) Suhel is a liar. He  give up this bad habit.
(d) We  walk fast. Otherwise we will miss the class.
(e) He  study English than History. He has interest in literature.
(f)  friendship  ? Nowadays, it is nothing but a name.
(g) Let me know the news  he arrives here.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our national poet. He  in 1899 in a village named Churulia.
(i) Teacher : Students,  the national flower of Bangladesh ?
(j)  takes two to make a quarrel.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) Sabbir Khan is a quack. He behaves as though .
(b) A proverb goes that .
(c) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for .
(d) Corruption is an obscene to our national development. It is high time .
(e) It is love that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
Would you mind (a)  (receive) my letter. I am extremely sorry for (b)  (be) late. Had I had any
message about your illness, I (c)  (visit) you. Believe me, since my return from Australia, I have
got myself (d)  (engage) in raising awareness among people (e)  (send) their daughters to
school. In this country, girls (f)  (deprive) of proper education and guidance. Due to lack of
education, they (g)  (not know) what they (h)  (need). For years, they (i)  (neglect) in
society.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"Why are you crying? Do you have any problem?" asked the passer-by. "I am crying because I have
none to look after me," said the street child. "Are you hungry?" "Yes, I am," said the boy.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Drug addiction is a great curse of the present world. (a) , a few things were used as drugs. (b)
, the number of drugs has increased. (c) , cocaine, marijuana, opium, heroine, morphine,
etc. (d)  offer another world to the addicted ones. (e)  they do not know that this addiction
destroys the inner part of the body of addicted persons. (f) , why do many people take drugs? The
reasons are many. (g) , some people are tempted by their so-called friends to have a taste of a
drug. (h) , they are trapped forever. (i) , some people take drugs to forget the frustration of
their life. (j) , those who become drug addicts, cannot live a normal life.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Suppose, you are an inhabitant of Cox's Bazar. Write a letter to the Chairman of Electricity
Board of your district complaining about frequent power failure in your area. 10
8. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting between 'City Life and Rural Life' within 200
words. 10
136 HSC English Second Paper

CUMILLA BOARD  2022 Model Test 13

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Books are really our best friends as we can rely (a)  them when we are bored, upset, depressed,
lonely or annoyed. They share (b)  us information and knowledge any time we need. They enable
us to have a glimpse (c)  cultures, traditions, arts, history, geography, health, psychology and
many other subjects and aspects of life. Good books always guide us (d)  the right path (e) 
life. Reading good books helps us understand the world (f)  us better. While reading books, we
build new and creative thoughts, images and opinions (g)  our mind. This habit helps us explore
life (h)  different perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects (i)  our body,
mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j)  the best qualities that a person can possess.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
let alone have to what's...like There had better
was born It would rather What does...look like as soon as
(a) It is such a nice weather. I  sit in the garden than watch TV.
(b) He worked hard. He was too tired to walk,  run.
(c) It is raining heavily now. I will go to the shop  it stops raining.
(d) We  stop the devastating loss of our forests; otherwise life on the earth will be endangered.
(e)  an alligator  ? Have you ever seen it?
(f)  it  going to play? The weather is good now.
(g)  is no denying the fact that time is more valuable than money.
(h) It is five o'clock. I  go now before the traffic gets too bad.
(i)  appears to me that he is interested in the matter.
(j) I love this city. This is the city where I  in.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) Had he been a poet .
(b) Honesty is a great virtue. We should not like those .
(c) A rainy day is the day when .
(d) All of us should try our best .
(e) It is very cold. They have to put on warm clothes so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
(a)  (acquire) knowledge is not limited to any age or time. It can (b)  (gain) by any person all
through the life. It (c)  (be) like unlimited wealth which can never (d)  (finish). However, the
level of a person's knowledge (e)  (develop) with his dedication, patience and continuity. A person
(f)  (have) some new knowledge through regular observation and experimentation. The progress
of human being largely (g)  (depend) on the growth of knowledge in various fields in positive and
constructive ways. For example, Newton (h)  (discover) a theory of gravitation and there are many
famous scientists who (i)  (invent) amazing things (j)  (make) life easy on the earth.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"Stop. Didn't I tell you to stop? You cannot go there," said the sergeant. "Oh! very well, it is hard
thing to be very poor. All the world is against the poor," said the man.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Mobile phones are one of the most commonly used gadgets in today's world. (a)  mobile phones
have made our life easy and convenient. (b)  they are a blessing till we use them judiciously. (c)
 they are very beneficial, they have some disadvantages. (d) , excessive use of the device acts
as a barrier to quality communication. (e) , mobile phones waste a lot of time. (f)  they are
the causes of many ailments such as weak eyesight, strain on brain, headaches, dry eyes,
sleeplessness and more. (g) , they have created a lack of privacy in people's lives. (h) , we see
how the device is both a boon and a bane. (i) , we must not let mobile phones control our lives.
(j)  we must know when to draw the line.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Suppose, you are a student of Educare College, Khulna. The sound system in your classroom
has become defective. Now, write an application to the principal of your college asking for
solving the problem. 10
8. Write a paragraph within 200 words on "City Life and Country Life". 10
 PartC  Board Based Model Test 137

CHATTOGRAM BOARD  2022 Model Test 14

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Email has brought (a)  a revolution (b)  modern communication. Messages can be
transmitted (c)  one country to another (d)  seconds. It is far cheaper than telephone calls.
Trade and commerce has become greatly dependent (e)  this speedy mode (f) 
communication. It has, however, not reached everyone, especially (g)  developing countries (h)
 ours, as most people cannot afford (i)  have a personal computer. But even here, people
have started using commercially operated email facilities (j)  important purposes.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better there have to would rather let alone
was born it what does...look like what's...like as soon as
(a) The examination is close at hand. I  study seriously.
(b) Zahir Raihan was one of the most talented filmmakers in Bangladesh. He  on August 19,
1935.
(c) You do not know how poor Sohel is. He cannot buy a cell phone  a desktop.
(d) Your mother is ill. So, I think you  go home early.
(e) We have spent much time. We should now conclude  possible.
(f)  the earth ? It looks like an apple.
(g)  is no fish in the pond. It is used as a swimming pool.
(h) We  sacrifice our lives than live under the subordination of another country. It is a different
taste to live in an independent country.
(i)  it  swimming in the river? For the first time, it seems new experience for all.
(j) People are getting sweated easily today.  seems the humidity is higher.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a)  is lost forever. So, we should utilize time properly.
(b) All around us are not friends. In fact, friends  are real friends.
(c) For higher education, we should learn English. So, it is high time .
(d) Neighbours are those persons who live adjacent to us. As man cannot live alone, .
(e) Birds fly in the sky. I wish .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
Parents (a)  (be) the blessings of God to us. When a child (b)  (bear), their joys (c)  (know)
no bounds. They begin to (d)  (start) (e)  (think) of (f)  (nurse) and (g)  (bring) up their
child. Children (h)  (remain) safe under the custody of their parents since their birth. Parents
never mind (i)  (take) pains for the upbringing of their offspring's. We (j)  (offend) our parents.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
He said, "I can chop some wood today," "You? But you're small." "Size don't matter, chopping wood,"
Jerry said. "Some of the big boys don't chop good. I've been chopping wood at the orphanage for a
longtime."
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
We want success (a)  prosperity in life. (b)  we do not do what are needed in achieving these.
(c)  we want to make our life glorious, we must follow some rules. (d) , we have to be
industrious. (e) , without hard work, success in life is impossible. (f)  we should be sincere in
our activities. Some people think that good luck is at the root of all achievements in life. (g)  to
them nothing is further from truth than it. (h)  every success in life depends totally on our
activities. (i)  we spend time in idleness, we must suffer. (j)  we should be honest in life
because this virtue helps us greatly to gain our goal.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Write an application to the Principal of your college for increasing library facilities in your
college library. 10
8. Write a cause and effect paragraph on "Indiscriminate cutting of Trees". Briefly point out the
causes of this large-scale deforestation and its effect on our environment. You must complete
this paragraph within 200 words. 10
138 HSC English Second Paper

SYLHET BOARD  2022 Model Test 15

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The moon is a very familiar figure (a)  all of us. She awakens a feeling (b)  love and
tenderness (c)  our hearts. Even infants in arms stretches (d)  their hands to grasp the
beautiful thing. Nor is her appeal confined only (e)  children. Ever since the string of the poetic
faculty in man, she has furnished a theme (f)  poets and artists. The moon has no light (g) 
her own. The soft silvery brightness which forms her principal charms to us, is borrowed solely (h)
 the light of the sun. If we go out on a clear night, we can look (i)  the magic of moon light. It
is often difficult (j)  us to realize that the moon is shining in borrowed feathers.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better let alone what does...look like there as if
as soon as would you mind it was born 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.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) A good student must possess .
(b) The student  is a good student.
(c) He must be honest in thought, active in habit and obedient to .
(d)  health is another quality of an ideal student.
(e) He, who  makes a glorious result in the examination.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
COVID-19 (a)  (transmit) when people (b)  (breathe) in air contaminated by droplets and
small airborne particles (c)  (contain) the virus. The risk of breathing these in (d)  (be) highest
when people (e)  (be) in close proximity, but they (f)  (inhale) over longer distances,
particularly indoors. Transmission also (g)  (occur) if splashed or (h)  (spray) with
contaminated fluids in the eyes, nose or mouth, and rarely via contaminated surfaces. People remain
contagious for up to 20 days, and (i)  (spread) the virus even if they (j)  (not develop)
symptoms.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"Could I help you, Sir?" said the receptionist. The man replied, "Sure, I want to meet the Managing
Director of the company." The receptionist said, "Do you have an appointment?" "Yes, I have," he
said. "Wait for a while," said the receptionist.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Trees are a vital part of our environment. (a) , they bear a great impact on the climate. (b) ,
we are not kind and careful about them. (c) , we destroy trees at random. (d) , one day the
country will bear the consequence of greenhouse effect. (e)  ours is an agricultural country, our
economy depends on agriculture. (f) , trees play a vital role on our climate. (g) , trees keep
the soil strong and protect it. (h) , trees save us from flood and many other natural calamities. (i)
, trees provide us timber which is of great use specially in construction works and for making
furniture. (j) , trees are our best friends.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Suppose, you are Motin, a second year college student of Dhaka college. Write an application
to the Principal of your college for starting an English Language Club. 10
8. Write a comparison and contrast paragraph on "Offline and Online class". (Within 200 words).
10
 PartC  Board Based Model Test 139

BARISHAL BOARD  2022 Model Test 16

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Traffic problem is a major problem (a)  our day-to-day life. Mainly the city dwellers suffer (b) 
it. The drivers do not abide (c)  the traffic rules. Most often traffic problems occur (d)  the
congested areas where the roads are very narrow in proportion (e)  our population. There are
many unlicensed vehicles which should be brought (f)  control. Strict rules must be introduced
(g)  this regard. We should raise consciousness (h)  the people of our country (i)  a view
to ensuring a good traffic system (j)  the safety of the people.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
as soon as what if provided that had better let alone
would rather would you mind as if was born what does...look like
(a) I can't remember the name of the story,  the details about the different characters. I read
the story many years ago.
(b) I am too tired to talk. I can no longer give you company. You  leave me and let me take rest.
(c) By working hard, he had reached the highest peak of success. You can also reach your goal
 you work hard.
(d) I think something is wrong between Tanni and Munni. They are acting  they did not know each other.
(e)  watching the film with me? I am afraid that there may have some horrors in the film.
(f) Take some emergency medicine with you.  you fall ill during your journey?
(g) Khaled  resign his job than tolerate injustice. He has moral courage to raise voice against injustice.
(h)  it stops raining, I will go to play football.
(i) Student : Sir,  a wild cat ?
(j) He is my friend for the last five years. But I did never ask him where he .
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) I can't recall his name. It is long since .
(b) A village doctor is a person who . He is the best friend to the villagers.
(c) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward in order to .
(d) Whenever he speaks in English, . Infact, we learn through mistakes.
(e) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
Road mishap (a)  (happen) in our country almost everyday. Recently, it (b)  (rise) to an
alarming rate (c)  (take) a heavy toll of human lives. The members of a family remain anxious if
someone (d)  (travel) in a bus. In most cases, reckless driving (e)  (cause) road accidents. The
drivers are in the habit of (f)  (violate) traffic rules. Road accidents can (g)  (reduce) if the
drivers drive their vehicles carefully. People should be conscious in this respect. While (h)  (cross)
the road, they should be careful. Some people travel (i)  (climb) on the roof of the buses and
trains. Traffic rules (j)  (maintain) strictly with a view to controlling road accidents.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"Oh, my Lord, please do not kill the child," said the woman. "Let her have him." The king said, "Now
everything is clear to me." Pointing to the woman, he said to the servant, "Give her the child. She is
the mother of the baby."
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Mobile phone has added a new dimension to our communication system. It has made the world
closer to us. (a) , it has made worldwide communication easier. We use it for our day to day
communication. (b) , it has been part and parcel in our life as we cannot go for a single day
without using it. We use it for rapid communication. (c) , mobile phone is not free from defects. It
has some negative sides as well. (d) , excessive use of mobile phone may damage our hearing
power. (e) , it is a means of money wastage. (f) , it is seen that many underworld crimes are
being done with the use of mobile network. (g) , the radiation from mobile phone may cause
cancer to the users. (h) , we are aware of these harmful effects. (i) , we are not aware of using
the mobile phone .(j) , we must have to be conscious of the negative impacts of mobile phone.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Write a letter of complaint to the Superintendent of Police to take steps against the anti-
social activities in your area. 10
8. Write a paragraph on 'Price Hike' mentioning its causes and effects. (within 200 words) 10
140 HSC English Second Paper

DINAJPUR BOARD  2022 Model Test 17

English (Compulsory); Second Paper
Time : 2 hours Full marks : 50
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Japan is an island country (a)  the east coast of Asia. It has more than 100 islands which were
mostly formed (b)  earthquakes and volcanoes. Most Japanese people live (c)  the four largest
islands. These islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikoku and Kyushu. The name of Japan comes (d)
 a Chinese phrase meaning "land of the rising sun". Japan has borrowed other things from the
Chinese (e)  its name. The Japanese written language, for example, is based (f)  the Chinese
system (g)  picture writing. Japan has to buy almost all its raw materials (h)  other countries.
Trade is very important (i)  the island nation of Japan. (j)  the resources it buys, Japan
makes products to sell all over the world.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
has to would rather what does...look like There let alone
as soon as It what's...like had better was born
(a) You look exhausted. You  take rest to refresh yourself.
(b) He does not like hustle and bustle. He  stay alone than join the gathering.
(c)  was a time when every child used to relish home-made food.
(d) The man who wears a crown  bear the burden of responsibility.
(e) He is the descendant of a royal family. He  with a silver spoon in his mouth.
(f)  is said that a stitch in time saves nine.
(g) They cannot afford to buy a bike,  a car.
(h) Have you ever seen a kingfisher?  a kingfisher ?
(i)  I heard the news, I informed you.
(j) I have never travelled by air.  a plane journey ?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) I am waiting for the chairman. Can you tell me when ?
(b) Development of a country depends on the active participation of every citizen. Bangladesh
expects that .
(c) Give me your address. I will send the documents .
(d) Her son died in an accident. She was so grief-stricken that she even could not cry. She had to
cry, or .
(e) There is a job vacancy announced on [Link]. Anyone who wants to apply .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
I have tried a lot of different exercises, but I have never (a)  (stick) with any of them. I swam for a
while, but when the weather got cold, I (b)  (quit). I tried jogging, but that really (c)  (wear) me
out. I (d)  (play) badminton for a few weeks, but I could not find anyone (e)  (play) with
regularly. Then one day, I read in a magazine about a form of exercise that I did not even (f) 
(consider) exercise. That was plain walking! I tried it for a month, and it (g)  (be) so easy and
enjoyable that I kept (h)  (do) it. While walking, I could enjoy the scenery, talk to people I (i) 
(meet), and come back home (j)  (feel) great.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
"Where is the cattle which these people graze and where are the fields they plough, uncle?" he asked,
turning to Daya Ram. "They have no cattle and no fields here," said the chaprasi, pushing his neck back
to stiff uprightness. "It is only the rustics in the villages who graze cattle and plough the land," he said.
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
Luna looks intelligent. (a) , she works hard on her studies. (b) , she seems to have poor test
taking skills. (c) , she often does badly in the exam. (d) , she repeatedly makes some strategic
mistakes during a written test. (e) , she starts off really slowly. This initial slowness forces her to
write too hurriedly towards the end resulting in spelling and other mistakes. (f) , her answers are
often too long. (g) , she sometimes has to leave some questions unanswered because of time
constraint. (h) , she never starts with the easier questions as other students do. (i) , she
answers questions sequentially beginning from the first one. (j) , these impractical habits of hers
lead to poor time management during the exam.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Recently you have purchased an electric rice cooker from an online shop. Having received it you
found it was not functioning. Now, you are to write them complaining to replace it with a new one. 10
8. Write a paragraph on "Causes and dire consequences of Drug Addiction" in about 200 words. 10
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Time : 2 hours English (Compulsory); Second Paper Full marks : 50
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 30]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A teacher is an architect (a)  a nation. He plays an important role (b)  building up an
educated nation. He dispels the darkness (c)  ignorance (d)  the lot of a nation. He is an
actor, so to speak. He has to suit his act according (e)  the need of his audience which is his
class. He is a clear speaker (f)  good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g)  his control. He
does not sit motionless (h)  his class. Everybody has something valuable (i)  him. A good
teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside each student. He also wants the students to be happy
and for this he keeps them busy. A good teacher never hankers (j)  money.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born as soon as what does...look like there have to/has to
let alone would rather had better not only...but also it
(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) Cox's Bazar is a popular tourist hub.  are many nice hotels for tourists.
(d) The other day, I met an old rickshaw puller. He told me that he  pull a rickshaw than beg.
(e) A poor man struggles hard to survive in our country. He can hardly earn Tk. 200 a day, 
Tk. 2,000.
(f) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common.  may occur anywhere, anytime.
(g) Smoking is one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer.  a smoker stops smoking,
he can avoid the risk of many health hazards.
(h) Have you ever heard the name of William Shakespeare? He  on 23 April 1564 in England.
He was one of the greatest dramatists of the world.
(i) Son : Dad,  an alien ? Father : Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by
UFOs. Films and science fictions tell us about them. They are really awesome.
(j) Learning more than one language  improves a person's capacity  boosts his confidence.
So, children are being taught more than one language.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 15=5
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to .
(b) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when .
(c) I don't have enough money. Had I been a rich man, .
(d) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest I .
(e) Man proposes, .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs and subject-verb agreement as
per context. 0.5  10 = 5
People who (a)  (appear) most often and most gloriously in the pages of history (b)  (be) great
conquerors and generals. Whereas, the people who really (c)  (help) civilization forward are often
never (d)  (mention) at all. We do not know who first (e)  (set) a broken leg or (f)  (launch)
a sea worthy boat or (g)  (calculate) the length of a year. The great men are those who (h) 
(work) ceaselessly to quicken the pace of civilization. On the contrary, the condemned men are those
who (i)  (cause) bloodshed and violence in the world. All of us praise the great men of the world.
We are highly indebted to those great men who contributed a lot to (j)  (flourish) the civilization.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 5
Jerry said, "I can chop some wood today." "But I have a boy coming from the orphanage." "I'm the
boy." "You? But you are small." "Size does not matter, chopping wood," Jerry said, "Some of the big
boys don't chop good. I've been chopping wood at the orphanage for a long time."
6. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  10 = 5
The old sailor spoke so strangely (a)  the guest stood still. The feast began (b)  the guest
could hear the music and laughter, (c)  for some reasons he could not join the others. The old
man told him about his last journey on the sea. They had sailed away to the south (d)  they had
arrived in the cold grey sea. (e)  the sea was frozen, (f)  the ice was all around them. The big
sails opened wide (g)  the strong wind blew them quickly through the icy waters. The weather
was very cold. (h) , there were no birds and animals in that snow covered country. But one day
the sailors saw an albatross flying towards the ship. All men were very pleased to see it and they
gave it food and water. It came to the ship everyday (i)  they called it. (j)  one day, the old
sailor killed the bird and after that everyone had to undergo terrible sufferings.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 20]
7. Suppose, a big canal runs along your village. People have to cross it everyday but they face
many problems due to a damaged bridge. Now, write a letter to the Chairman of your Union
Parishad for repairing the bridge immediately. 10
8. Write a paragraph within 200 words about the "Causes of Failure in English and their Remedies". 10
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PartA : Grammar
1. (a) to (b) to (c) to (d) to (e) to (f) of (g) of (h) of (i) with (j) to
2. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) there (d) What's it like (e) had better (f) What does....look like (g) was
born (h) It (i) let alone (j) As soon as.
3. (a) If you maintain honesty, everybody will respect you.
(b) I wish I could speak English fluently.
(c) It is a long time since we met last.
(d) I don’t like people who are talkative.
(e) No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than he ate it.
(f) He is walking slowly lest he should fall down.
(g) If he memorizes the answer without knowing the meaning, he will not be able to acquire his
learning outcome.
(h) It is high time we stood against corruption.
(i) Had I earned enough money I could have helped the poor.
(j) So I have to go to station with a view to receiving him.
4. (a) preparing (b) called (c) waste (d) is (e) lying (f) participate (g) reading (h) is happening (i) faces (j)
come (k) removing (l) should engage (m) working (n) succeed.
5. The teacher asked Susmita where she would get admission after her HSC Examination and if she
had any choice. Susmita replied that she was not sure yet about what she had to do because
everything depended on her result. The teacher encouraged her to have a choice and to remain
positive and optimistic.
6. (a) interesting/international (b) our (c) cricket (d) Each (e) oval-shaped (f) Two (g) to resolve/to remove
(h) Having/Taking/Getting (i) any (j) heart and soul/hard enough.
7. (a) as (b) In fact (c) However (d) For example (e) On the contrary (f) Therefore/As a result (g)
Therefore/So (h) Actually/In fact (i) Additionally/For this (j) However/Indeed (k) that/even if (l) If (m)
Rather (n) Therefore/Hence.
8. (a) Bad (b) author (c) orator (d) reading (e) possible (f) active (g) subsidiary (h) integrity (i)
gravity/earnestness (j) deliberation (k) playful/carefree/unwise (l) impossible (m) aim (n) succeed.
9. Lion : How dare you wake me up?
Mouse : I'm sorry, Sir. I did not mean to wake you. I was just playing.
Lion : Now, I'm going to kill you.
Mouse : Oh, please, Sir. Have mercy on me! One day, I can be your help.
Lion : What rubbish! How can a little mouse help a big lion?
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 02 RAJSHAHI BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) on (b) round (c) with (d) for (e) from (f) from (g) into (h) from (i) into (j) of
2. (a) would rather (b) was born (c) let alone (d) It (e) There (f) has to (g) What's....like (h) had better (i) as
soon as (j) What does....look like
3. (a) They did it so that we could get an independent country.
(b) If we had reached the station a little bit earlier, we would not have missed the train.
(c) The poem is too difficult for me to understand.
(d) Danger comes where danger is feared.
(e) She spoke as if she had been an MBBS.
(f) He ran away lest he should be arrested.
(g) Despite his hardship/inability, he helps his relatives.
(h) He took Logic instead of/in lieu of History.
(i) If I had been hungry, I would have eaten something.
(j) It is high time the government took action against corruption.
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4. (a) went/go (b) would get/will get (c) should spend/must spend (d) be given (e) need (f) be trained (g)
be brought (h) must take (i) closes (j) should be (k) keep (l) will lag (m) ensure (n) implementing
5. Jerry told the writer that he (J) could chop some wood that day. But the writer said that he/she (W)
had a boy coming from the orphanage. Then Jerry replied that he (J) was the boy. Being astonished
the writer asked him if he (J) was the boy and commented that he (J) was small. At this Jerry
assured him/her (W) that size didn't matter chopping wood. He added that some of the big boys
didn't choop good. He further added that he had been chopping wood for a long time.
6. (a) small (b) drowning (c) roadside (d) Wasting/Sparing (e) brave/selfless (f) own (g) so (h)
standing/sitting (i) highly/greatly/cheerfully/a lot (j) for the society/of dedication and sacrifice
7. (a) mainly/actually/generally (b) If/When (c) just/only/for (d) But (e) If/When (f) highly (g) Only
through (h) why (i) and (j) which (k) But/In fact (l) Rather (m) as/when (n) So
8. (a) pessimistic (b) failure (c) difficult (d) instructions (e) comprehend/realize (f) insignificant (g)
hardworking (h) depend (i) dishonesty (j) hinder (k) summit (l) hold/maintain/believe (m)
lazy/idle/indolent (n) succeed/prosper
9. Raja : What are you doing, Rana?
Rana : I am reading a letter.
Raja : Letter? From whom?
Rana : It’s from my pen friend. She's an Australian. Her name's Lucy.
Raja : How old is she?
Rana : Sixteen. The same as us. She lives in Sydney.
Raja : Sydney? What’s that?
Rana : It's a city in the south-east of Australia.
Raja : How do you know about it?
Rana : Lucy has sent me a picture of it.
Raja : Can you show me the picture?
Rana : Yes, here it is. You see, it looks very nice, doesn’t it?
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 03 JASHORE BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) on (b) with (c) of (d) toward/to (e) in (f) around (g) in/within (h) from (i) on (j) of
2. (a) have to (b) had better (c) let alone (d) It (e) What does....look like (f) was born (g) as soon as (h)
What's....like (i) would rather (j) There
3. (a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to nursing the ailing people.
(b) If I had the wings of a bird, I would fly freely in the sky.
(c) United we stand, divided we fall.
(d) We cannot prosper in life unless we use our time properly.
(e) Whenever my uncle comes to our house, he brings something with him for us.
(f) It is high time you gave up eating junk food.
(g) Are you strong enough to carry the box?
(h) Whenever he goes to the book fair, he buys some books.
(i) She sings so well that it captivates everyone's attention.
(j) Since Bangladesh is an agricultural country, its economy largely depends on agriculture.
4. (a) faces (b) are (c) is (d) have (e) move (f) facing (g) are not (h) covered (i) does not know (j) takes (k) to
reach (l) is trying (m) are built/are being built (n) are seen
5. Samira told me that she had won a lottery and got 10 lakh taka. I congratulated her (S) and asked
what she intended to do with the large amount of money. She (S) replied that she wanted to serve
her poor village people and so she (S) had made up his mind to establish a hospital in their rural
area. I thanked her and added that I would also help her (S) in that respect.
6. (a) very (b) early in the morning (c) waking (d) to express (e) to collect/to share (f) consistently/
always/ever (g) integral (h) independent (i) persistently/hard/enormously/a lot (j) brave/valiant
7. (a) when (b) totally (c) Actually/Certainly/Basically (d) when (e) and (f) Actually/However (g) that (h)
In fact/In this regard/Hence (i) If (j) In fact/Moreover (k) For example/Often (l) Besides (m) In
fact/Undoubtedly (n) So
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8. (a) blessing (b) hinders/resists (c) literate (d) light (e) objective (f) liberal (g) small (h) anaware (i) entire
(j) failure (k) duties/liabilities (l) step/action/programme (m) rich (n) eliminate
9. Rodela : Hello, Rahela! What are you doing?
Rahela : I'm reading a newspaper.
Rodela : Do you read them regularly?
Rahela : Yes, everyday before breakfast. Don't you?
Rodela : No, I don’t. What's the use of it?
Rahela : Newspaper is an indispensable part of our life. It helps us in many ways.
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 04 CUMILLA BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) of (c) at (d) at (e) to (f) in (g) about (h) away (i) of (j) of
2. (a) as soon as (b) have to (c) it (d) was born (e) there (f) would rather (g) had better (h) What's....like (i)
what does....look like (j) It
3. (a) There is a wise saying that united we stand, divided we fall, So, we must be united to reach our
expected goal.
(b) We work hard so that we can be successful in life.
(c) Whenever I go out, he wants to go with me/he waits eagerly for my return.
(d) Inspite of that, we do not get water during dry season because of reduced rainfall, upstream
water diversion and changing weather patterns.
(e) If we lose the morning hours of life, we cannot hope for success.
(f) It is long since we met last.
(g) The poem is too difficult for me to understand.
(h) Would that every stage of life were the same/I could be a child again.
(i) We met the strange person while walking on the road.
(j) Would you mind giving me a glass of water?
4. (a) is considered (b) plays (c) is called (d) develop (e) reading (f) to acquire (g) is (h) can maintain (i) is
(j) does not read (k) is (l) take (m) lives (n) are asked
5. Mita asked her father what a puppet show was. Father proposed that they could go inside and she
could see herself. Inside the tent, Mita exclaimed that it was very strange and added that a doll was
dancing and talking. Her father said that a man behind the screen was moving the doll. Then he
asked Mita if she understood who was talking.
6. (a) a street child (b) to take (c) His (d) The (e) some (f) bus (g) Sometimes (h) those (i) on the beach
(j) no
7. (a) which (b) who (c) So (d) that/who (e) however (f) neither (g) nor (h) Moreover (i) Therefore (j)
Consequently (k) Hence/For this reason (l) and (m) In fact (n) So
8. (a) fundamental (b) necessary/crucial (c) progress (d) circumstances (e) accessibility (f) uneducated
(g) hygiene/cleanliness (h) demography (i) unhealthy (j) learn/mislead (k) save (l) disable (m)
correctly/appropriately (n) inability
9. Laila : I can't see anything. Where am I?
Aunt : You're safe in your aunt's house. What's the matter?
Laila : I’m afraid! I can hear a sound.
Aunt : But I can't.
Laila : Listen again. Can you hear it now?
Aunt : Yes. I can.
Laila : Is it a ghost?
Aunt : No, it's only an owl.
Laila : Owl! But it makes a horrible sound.
Aunt : It’s a bird only, dear.
Laila : Could you sleep with me?
Aunt : Okay. Now, go to sleep, Laila. You’re very tired after your long journey.
Laila : You’re right.
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part
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KEY TO MODEL TEST 05 SYLHET BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) for (b) to (c) For (d) in (e) by (f) for (g) of (h) by (i) on (j) against
2. (a) let alone (b) had better (c) It (d) as soon as (e) have to (f) There (g) was born (h) What's it like (i)
would rather (j) What does....look like
3. (a) It is high time we took initiatives against it.
(b) We should take milk everyday so that we can lead a healthy life.
(c) He wants to visit Bangladesh with a view to exploring its cultural heritage and its natural
beauty.
(d) When I get a chance, I play cricket with my friends.
(e) So, it is rightly said that education is the backbone of a nation.
(f) If she gets opportunity, she will be a great singer.
(g) But he behaved as though he had possessed a managerial post.
(h) I would have met you provided it had improved.
(i) Though it has a small area, it has huge population.
(j) There is not a country in the world where English is not used.
4. (a) live (b) needs (c) express (d) thinking (e) are (f) has (g) ensuring (h) to live (i) to make (j) is called (k)
is (l) was made (m) were (n) developing
5. Mr. Kalam respectfully requested the bank manager if he might get in. The bank manager replied in
the affirmative and permitted him to go in. Mr. Kalam said that he wanted to open a bank account.
The manager asked him what type of account he (K) would open. Mr. Kalam replied that he (k)
wanted to open a savings account. Then the manager suggested him (k) to go to the front desk and
added that the officer would help him (k). Mr. Kalam thanked him (manager) very much.
6. (a) great/on-going/major (b) to cure (c) alarmingly/severely/tightly (d) their (e) Some (f) regularly/
recreationally/frequently (g) serious (h) Making (i) to remove/to prevent (j) iron
7. (a) Formerly (b) and (c) Certainly/But (d) when (e) and (f) and (g) that (h) But (i) Though (j) However
(k) At Last/finally (l) and (m) Now (n) and
8. (a) unpopular (b) impacts/consequences (c) contact/connection (d) foes/enemies/strangers (e)
way/media (f) disconnected/separated (g) assist/support (h) build/establish (i) known/familiar (j)
difficult/hard (k) expand/increase/rise/grow (l) tease/disturb/embarrass (m) adult/grown-up/
matured/old (n) use/pass/waste/squander
9. Ratan said to his father, "I want to go outside for sometime. Why is it not the suitable time for going
out? I need to meet my friend, Shimul." "Now, it is 8 P.M. You should not waste time doing this type
of activities" father replied. "I'll come back before 9 0'clock," said Ratan. “This is the last time, I
think,” father said.
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 06 BARISHAL BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) to (c) to (d) in (e) on (f) of (g) into (h) at (i) of (j) up
2. (a) used to (b) had better (c) as if (d) What does...look like (e) As soon as (f) would rather (g) What if
(h) What's...like (i) feel like (j) There
3. (a) We all should have patriotism to be a good citizen/if we want to be a good citizen.
(b) Our freedom fighters risked their lives in the war of liberation so that we could get an
independent country.
(c) Had he been hungry, he could have eaten the whole burger.
(d) They continued to walk until they felt tired.
(e) She can't ride a bicycle, let alone a car.
(f) It is high time the government took steps against corruption.
(g) 21st February is a red-letter day in our national history, because we shed blood on this day to
get the rightful place of Bangla, our mother tongue.
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(h) There goes a proverb honesty is the best policy.

(i) Mira has not been able to recall where she left her phone.
(j) No sooner had she crossed the main gate than she saw her father.
4. (a) declared (b) Following (c) resulting (d) based (e) launched (f) initiating (g) started (h) responded (i)
to liberate (j) continued (k) snatching (l) established (m) is (n) to uphold
5. Fahim asked Habib how was his (H) mother. Habib replied that she was better that day. Fahim
asked again whether he (H) had taken her to any doctor. Habib replied affirmatively and told that the
doctor had x-rayed her. Fahim then suggested Habib to take a good care of her and ensure all
medications that had been prescribed. Habib assured him and thanked him a lot.
6. (a) revolutionary/rebel (b) relentlessly/tirelessly (c) an orphan child/a prodigy (d) his (e) many (f)
which are loved/appreciated by all (g) Bengali/Bangla (h) to encourage people (i) always (j) our
7. (a) whether/if (b) which (c) So (d) that (e) Although (f) that/which (g) that (h) however (i) as (j) as (k)
Besides (l) and (m) But (n) or
8. (a) friendliness/generosity/cordiality/amicability (b) hostile/unfavorable/unfriendly (c) kind/
magnanimous/noble (d) behaviour/reception/conduct/etiquette (e) bore/grief/indifference/
ignorance (f) known/familiar/friend/acquainted (g) inspire/motivate/uplift/cheer (h) visit/roam/
wonder (i) owning/holding/possessing/retaining (j) considerate/liberal/ sympathetic/altruistic/
caring/generous (k) manner/hehaviour/protocol/courtesy (l) disorder/conflict/irritation/distress (m)
animosity/enmity/hostility (n) practice/exercise/execute/apply/utilize
9. Ishtiak : Excuse me. Where is the nearest hospital?
Fuad : It's about 2km from here. You will have to hire a taxi. You can also go there by bus.
Ishtiak : I see. Is there a bus station near here?
Fuad : Yes, there is a bus stop at the corner.
Ishtiak : Thank you.
Fuad : Don't mention it.
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 07 DINAJPUR BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) in (b) to (c) for/behind (d) about (e) into (f) on/out (g) from (h) in (i) to (j) in
2. (a) have to (b) would rather (c) let alone (d) had better (e) was born (f) As soon as (g) What does....look
like (h) What's....likes (i) There (j) It
3. (a) The people who are honest always succeed in the long run.
(b) Because of greenhouse effect, the climate is changing all over the world.
(c) You cannot shine in life if you do not work hard/unless you work hard.
(d) It is high time we changed our food habit.
(e) There goes a proverb that morning shows the day.
(f) I work hard although I have limitations./I am physically unfit.
(g) No sooner had I reached the college than the class started.
(h) There are so many poor people in our country. I wish I could help them.
(i) Inspite of having all facilities, the boy failed to succeed.
(j) The old man who is sitting there is my grandfather.
4. (a) means (b) is caused (c) to make (d) use (e) cutting (f) to face (g) know (h) is supplied (i) taking (j)
are cut (k) will increase (l) will rise (m) is called (n) To enjoy
5. Rubel asked the traffic sergeant why he (T) stopped him (R). He also asked whether/if he (R) had
done any wrong. The traffic sergeant replied that he (R) was driving so fast and said that it was not
the rule. Rubel apologized respectfully and told him (T) that his (R) mother was in the hospital. He
further said that he was in a hurry for this reason.
6. (a) ideal (b) many (c) regularly (d) main (e) his (f) every (g) a student (h) very (i) to be (j) brightest
7. (a) Unfortunately (b) Specifically (c) Actually/Mainly (d) And/Also (e) Beforehand/Firstly (f)
Then/Later (g) Finally/Ultimately (h) Eventually (i) Besides (j) Moreover (k) However (l) Firstly/For
example (m) Secondly/Besides/additionally (n) Finally/Moreover
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8. (a) make/build (b) shorten/reduce (c) compliment/praise (d) commend/laud (e) able/capable (f)
near/bosom/familiar (g) late/delayed (h) come-back (i) aid/assistance/support (j) none/nobody (k)
beneficial/helpful (l) result/outcome (m) mentor/adviser (n) untrained/inexperienced/unlearned
9. He said, "I can chop some wood today." "You? But you're small," said I. "Size don't matter, chopping
wood. Some of the big boys don't chop good. I've been chopping wood at the orphanage a long time."
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 08 MYMENSINGH BOARD2023

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) in (b) in (c) out (d) in (e) for (f) of (g) in (h) in (i) to (j) beyond
2. (a) would rather (b) let alone (c) What's....like (d) as soon as (e) had better (f) It (g) There (h) have to (i)
was born (j) What does....look like
3. (a) If it had rained heavily, the roads would have been submerged.
(b) Though junk foods look appetizing, it can be detrimental to your health.
(c) You would have succeeded in life provided that you took them with both hands.
(d) He walks very slowly lest he might fell down.
(e) It is high time we reduced the waste by recycling.
(f) I wish I were a poet.
(g) We need to learn it as it is the mostly widely used language in the world.
(h) She was so happy that she threw a party.
(i) I was too nervous to talk.
(j) We always appreciate a person who is good mannered.
4. (a) is (b) long (c) is called (d) is created (e) known (f) is (g) has (already) proved (h) are (i) competing (j)
has (already) gone (k) shocks (l) performing (m) will outshine (n) need
5. Anwar asked Mr. Rahman what kind of stories Aesop had told. Mr. Rahman replied that they were
fables. Mr. Rahman asked Anwar if he knew what fables were. Anwar admitted not knowing what
fables were. Mr. Rahman then explained that fables were stories with a moral and that Aesop had
entertained people by telling those stories.
6. (a) meaningful (b) our (c) in which we live (d) much (e) acquired (f) beyond/around (g) many (h)
greatly/mostly (i) through active participation and contribution (j) engaged
7. (a) So (b) Certainly/Only (c) However (d) Sometimes/Often (e) Unfortunately (f) As a result (g)
Therefore (h) In fact (i) for instance (j) On the other hand (k) That's why (l) Moreover (m)
Hence/Therefore (n) Otherwise
8. (a) beautiful/pretty (b) black (c) perfect/immaculate (d) matt/unglazed (e) plump/fat/chubby (f)
elegant/charming (g) unfashionably/unstylishly/obsoletely (h) disregard/disparage/undermine/
criticize/belittle (i) overlooks/enjoys (j) ignore (k) genius/competence/skill (l) ugliness (m) aspiration
/dream/aim (n) wisdom/talent/brilliance
9. Son :
Did you keep a diary during the Liberation War?
Father :
Yes, I did.
Son :
Can I have a look at it?
Father :
I'm afraid I've lost it.
Son :
Do you remember anything about it?
Father :
Yes, I remember one event. There were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night. You
wanted to look out but we didn't let you.
Son : Why?
Father : Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 10, 11 & 12 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 09 CHATTOGRAM BOARD2023

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KEY TO MODEL TEST 10 DHAKA BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) on (b) in/into (c) to/towards/on/across/along/around/throughout (d) for (e) to/for (f) in/to/for
(g) out (h) of/from (i) for (j) with/by/on
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) let alone (b) would rather (c) It (d) what does ...... look like (e) was born (f) There (g) As soon as (h)
What's...like (i) had better/have to (j) have to/had better
3. Completing sentences
(a) I could not recognise you at first. It was many years since we had met each other.
(b) Water is polluted in different ways. It is high time we took proper initiatives to stop water
pollution.
(c) I think you are not regular in studies. Be attentive lest you should cut a sorry figure in the
examination.
(d) Birds fly in the sky freely. Had I the wings of a bird I would fly up high in the sky!
(e) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that we can overcome
the obstacles to attain success in life.
4. Use of verbs
(a) was (b) used to go (c) would climb/might climb (d) heard (e) slept (f) am (g) used to do/did (h) am
(i) sleeping/to sleep (j) are
5. Narrative style
As we shook hands, she suggested me to follow her example and never eat more than one thing for
luncheon. Than I retorted that I would do better than that and added that I would eat nothing for
dinner that night. Hearing this, she exclaimed with wonder that I was a humorist and cried gaily
said that I was quite a humorist, jumping into a cab.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) On the other hand/On the contrary/Conversely (b) So/Therefore/Hence (c) Moreover/Besides/
Furthermore (d) But/However/Anyway (e) Rather/Instead (f) As usual/Then/At last/Naturally/
Meanwhile/In the meantime (g) So/As a result/As a consequence/Consequently (h) Besides/Even/
Unfortunately/Moreover (i) Later/Then/So/Consequently/Therefore (j) Eventually/Finally/Thus
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 11 RAJSHAHI BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) at (b) off (c) at (d) for (e) After (f) with (g) to (h) on (i) to (j) from
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) would rather (b) What's...like? (c) was born (d) let alone (e) had better (f) as soon as (g) has to (h)
What does...look like (i) There (j) It
3. Completing sentences
(a) If I had a camera, I would take some rare photographs. I like photography very much.
(b) Though he was brilliant, he could not make good results. He was very irregular in his college.
(c) Jamil had an accident yesterday while he was going to his village home.
(d) I am not a rich man. The car is too expensive for me to buy.
(e) There goes a proverb that a man is known by the company he keeps. So, we should make
friendship with a gentleman.
4. Use of verbs
(a) fails (b) were (c) meant (d) is regarded (e) begin (f) considered (g) had (h) learnt (i) motivated (j) are
not written
5. Narrative style
Rashed asked Tareq what had happened to him. Tareq replied that he had been sick with the flu.
Then he asked Rashed whether he had heard anything about their exam. Rashed told that that was
on 23 October. He added that he (T) needed to collect the admit card of the exam. Tareq asked from
where he could get it. Rashed told that that was in the office room.
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6. Use of sentence connectors

(a) And/So (b) But (c) Most importantly (d) For example (e) Moreover (f) Furthermore (g) Again (h)
Besides (i) Finally (j) Thus/However
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 12 JASHORE BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) at (b) over/at (c) with (d) of (e) out (f) on/about (g) in (h) to (i) in (j) against
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) let alone (b) There (c) had better (d) have to (e) would rather (f) what's...like (g) as soon as (h) was
born (i) what does...look like (j) It
3. Completing sentences
(a) Sabbir Khan is a quack. He behaves as though he were a specialist doctor.
(b) A proverb goes that Health is wealth.
(c) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for me to carry/lift.
(d) Corruption is an obscene to our national development. It is high time we took effective
measures to curb corruption.
(e) It is love that makes us happy.
4. Use of verbs
(a) receiving (b) being (c) would/could/might have visited (d) engaged (e) to send (f) are deprived (g) do
not know (h) need (i) have been being neglected/are neglected
5. Narrative style
The passer-by asked the street child why he was crying. He also asked the boy if he had any
problem. The street child replied that he was crying because he had none to look after him. The
passer-by again asked the boy whether he was hungry. The boy replied in the affirmative and said
that he was hungry.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) Earlier/Initially/Previously/Before/Infact/Truly (b) Gradually/Recently/Nowadays/Presently/On
the other hand (c) For example/For instance (d) usually/basically/generally/usually (e) But/
Unfortunately (f) However/Then/Still/Anyway (g) Firstly/First of all/At first (h) By this way/Thus/As
a result/Besides/Also (i) Secondly/Moreover/Besides/Again (j) Undoubtedly/However/Finally/
Infact/Above all
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 13 CUMILLA BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) on (b) with (c) into (d) to (e) of (f) around (g) in (h) from (i) on (j) of
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) would rather (b) let alone (c) as soon as (d) have to (e) What does...look like (f) What's...like (g)
There (h) had better (i) It (j) was born
3. Completing sentences
(a) Had he been a poet he could have written poems.
(b) Honesty is a great virtue. We should not like those who are not honest.
(c) A rainy day is the day when it rains all day long.
(d) All of us should try our best to make ourselves a skilled workforce.
(e) It is very cold. They have to put on warm clothes so that they can keep themselves warm.
4. Use of verbs
(a) Acquiring/To acquire (b) be gained (c) is (d) be finished (e) can develop (f) can have (g) depends (h)
discovered (i) have invented (j) to make
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5. Narrative style
The sergeant ordered the man to stop. He then asked him (M) if he (S) had not told him (M) to stop.
He (S) further said that he (M) could not go there. Then accepting the idea with astonishment, the
man said that it was hard thing to be very poor. He further added that all the world was against the
poor.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) In fact (b) Actually/Even (c) Although (d) For example/Firstly (e) Besides/Secondly (f)
Moreover/Thirdly (g) Again/Fourthly (h) Surely/Finally (i) So/Therefore (j) Rather/However/Infact
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 14 CHATTOGRAM BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) about (b) in (c) from (d) within (e) on/upon (f) of (g) in (h) as/like (i) to (j) for
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) have to (b) was born (c) let alone (d) had better (e) as soon as (f) What does...look like (g) There (h)
would rather (i) What's...like (j) It
3. Completing sentences
(a) Time once lost, is lost forever. So, we should utilize time properly.
(b) All around us are not friends. In fact, friends who help you in your danger are real friends.
(c) For higher education, we should learn English. So, it is high time we started to learn English
well.
(d) Neighbours are those persons who live adjacent to us. As man cannot live alone, every moment
he needs a neighbour/we should be friendly with our neighbours.
(e) Birds fly in the sky. I wish I were a bird/I could be a bird.
4. Use of verbs
(a) are (b) is born (c) know (d) start (e) thinking (f) nursing (g) bringing (h) remain (i) taking (j) should
not offend/should never offend
5. Narrative style
Jerry told me that he could chop some wood that day. Being astonished/hesitated I asked him if he
was small. At this he assured me that size did not matter chopping wood. He added that some of the
big boys didn't chop good. He further told that he had been chopping wood at the orphanage for a
long time.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) and/as well as (b) But/Yet/Still (c) If (d) Firstly/For example (e) Actually/Infact/Because (f) So/
Therefore/Hence/Secondly/Besides (g) According (h) Rather/Infact/No doubt (i) If (j) So/Therefore/
That is why
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 15 SYLHET BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) to (b) of (c) in (d) out (e) to (f) to/for (g) of (h) from (i) for (j) for
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) Would you mind (b) had better (c) let alone (d) There (e) It (f) was born (g) What does...look like (h)
as if (i) as soon as (j) would rather
3. Completing sentences
(a) A good student must possess some qualities such as punctuality, sincerity, attentiveness. etc.
(b) The student who cultivates these qualities is a good student.
(c) He must be honest in thought, active in habit and obedient to his teachers and his parents.
(d) Maintaining good and sound health is another quality of an ideal student.
(e) He, who possesses the qualities of a good student makes a glorious result in the examination.
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4. Use of verbs
(a) transmits/is transmitted (b) breathe (c) containing (d) is (e) are (f) can inhale (g) occurs/can occur
(h) sprayed (i) can spread (j) do not develop
5. Narrative style
Addressing the man as sir the receptionist asked him if she (R) could have helped him. The man
replied with assurance and said that he wanted to meet the Managing Director of the company. Then
the receptionist asked if he had an appointment. He replied in the affirmative and said that he had.
At this the receptionist told him to wait for a while.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) Actually/Infact/Naturally (b) But/Yet/Unfortunately (c) Rather/Instead/Infact/On the other
hand (d) As a result/Consequently/For this (e) As/Since (f) In addition/Moreover/Firstly (g) For
example/Secondly (h) Besides/Thirdly (i) In addition/Again/Fourthly (j) Above all/Infact/Indeed/
Thus/Finally
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 16 BARISHAL BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) in (b) from (c) by (d) in (e) to (f) under (g) in (h) among (i) with (j) for
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) let alone (b) had better (c) provided that (d) as if (e) Would you mind (f) What if (g) Would rather (h)
As soon as (i) What does...look like (j) was born
3. Completing sentences
(a) I can't recall his name. It is long since we met last.
(b) A village doctor is a person who gives medical treatment to the village people. He is the best
friend to the villagers.
(c) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward in order to
overcome/remove these problems.
(d) Whenever he speaks in English, he makes mistakes. Infact, we learn through mistakes.
(e) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he should cut a sorry figure in the
exam.
4. Use of verbs
(a) happens (b) has risen (c) taking (d) travels (e) causes (f) violating (g) be reduced (h) crossing (i)
climbing (j) must be maintained/should be maintained
5. Narrative style
Addressing the king as her lord the woman requested him not to kill the child and said that she
might be allowed to have him. The king said that then everything was clear to him. And then
pointing to the woman he asked the servant to give her the child. He added that she was the mother
of the baby.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) Infact/Actually (b) Truly (c) But (d) For example/Firstly (e) Besides/Secondly (f) Usually/
Sometimes/Moreover/Thirdly (g) Again/Fourthly (h) Fortunately/Now (i) Yet/But (j) However/Above
all/Therefore
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 17 DINAJPUR BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) on/in (b) by/of/with (c) in (d) from (e) besides/after (f) on (g) of (h) from (i) for (j) With/From
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) had better (b) would rather (c) There (d) has to (e) was born (f) It (g) let alone (h) What does...look
like (i) As soon as (j) What's....like
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3. Completing sentences
(a) I am waiting for the chairman. Can you tell me when he will arrive?
(b) Development of a country depends on the active participation of every citizen. Bangladesh
expects that each and every citizen will participate actively in her development activities.
(c) Give me your address. I will send the documents to your address
(d) Her son died in an accident. She was so grief-stricken that she even could not cry. She had to
cry, or she would not be able to survive/she would fall sick.
(e) There is a job vacancy announced on [Link]. Anyone who wants to apply should go
through the announcement.
4. Use of verbs
(a) stuck (b) quit/quitted (c) wore (d) played (e) to play (f) consider (g) was (h) doing (i) met (j) feeling
5. Narrative style
Turning to Daya Ram and addressing him as his uncle he asked him where the cattle was which
those people grazed and where the fields were they ploughed. Pushing his neck back to stiff
uprightness the chaprashi replied that they had no cattle and no fields there. He (C) added that it
was only the rustics in the villages who grazed cattle and ploughed the land.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) Infact/Usually (b) However/Nevertheless (c) As a result/So (d) For example/This is because/
Actually (e) Firstly/Therefore/And (f) Secondly/Moreover (g) As a result/That's why/So (h) Thirdly/
Again/Furthermore (i) Rather/Instead (j) To sum up/Actually/True sense of the term/Thus
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 10 MYMENSINGH BOARD2022

PartA : Grammar
1. Gap filling activities without clues
(a) of (b) in (c) of (d) from (e) to (f) with (g) under (h) before (i) in (j) after
2. Gap filling activities with clues
(a) have to (b) had better (c) There (d) would rather (e) let alone (f) It (g) as soon as (h) was born (i)
What does...look like (j) not only...but also
3. Completing sentences
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving the sick people.
(b) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when we achieved freedom at the cost of a bloody
war.
(c) I don't have enough money. Had I been a rich man, I would have helped the poor.
(d) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest I should fail in the exam.
(e) Man proposes, but God disposes.
4. Use of verbs
(a) appear (b) are (c) help (d) mentioned (e) set (f) launched (g) calculated (h) work (i) cause (j) flourish
5. Narrative style
Jerry told me that he could chop some wood that day. But I said that I had a boy coming from the
orphanage. He said that he was the boy. Being astonished, I asked him if he was the boy and said
with hesitation that he was small. At this he assured me that size didn't matter chopping wood. and
added that some of the big boys did not chop good. He further added that he had been chopping
wood at the orphanage for a long time.
6. Use of sentence connectors
(a) that (b) and (c) but (d) until (e) Even (f) and (g) as (h) And (i) when (j) But
PartB : Composition  For Questions No. 78 See Composition Part
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Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The ship sailed out (a)  the icy waters (b)  another sea. Day after day the sailors stayed (c)
 that silent sea. It was (d)  a painted ship (e)  a painted ocean. There was no cloud in the
sky to guard them (f)  the blistering sun. The other sailors very angry (g)  the old man. They
blamed him (h)  their sufferings. So they lung the dead albatross (i)  his neck. They were
filled (j)  trepidation and there was not a breath of wind.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
even though what's it like figure out neither...nor would rather provided
nevertheless would prefer enough to either...or ought to from alpha to omega
(a) We  go home on the motorway; it's much quicker.
(b) Their father died long ago. He could leave them  any money  any property.
(c) I have gone through the script. It's really difficult to  what you mean if you don't explain
yourself.
(d) We went to the theatre yesterday. Today I  to go to the cinema.
(e) We started our journey at 5 pm. We reached our destination  we did not have very good
seats.
(f) The mountain is so high. I'm not well  climb.
(g) We have planned for a boat journey. We shall start our journey tomorrow  our parents
allow.
(h) I've not had much time to study for my exam.  I think I am going to pass the examination.
(i) Rana: How about going to a film out with Azam Rahman? Rani: I  go out for dinner. I'm
hungry!
(j)  taking part in a sports competition outside the home country?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Shefali gave a thorough account of the incident. She spoke as if .
(b) Illiteracy is an ignominy. It postpones the development activities of a country. So, it is high time
we .
(c) Sumon was caught in a severe traffic jam yesterday.  than the examination started.
(d) The hill is too towering . I cannot ascend it all the way.
(e) Don't dive. If you do not know how to swim, .
(f) Hospitality has long been a part of our culture. , people are still quite polite towards
foreigners.
(g) Campus violence is increasing day by day. Many a student loses life even if .
(h) We all respect him very much. As soon as he turned up here .
(i) Ani has written an excellent pamphlet. What distinguishes his work .
(j) The crown is a symbol of a king. Uneasy lies the head .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
The (a)  (soar) price hike (b)  (make) the life of people intolerably difficult. Rice, vegetables,
oil, fish, meat all (c)  (go) out of the reach of the people with (d)  (fix) income. No one (e) 
(know) what their budget (f)  (be) in the next month or the next week. The shopkeepers (g) 
(show) lame excuse for this price hike. The same thing (h)  (sell) at different prices at different
shops in the market. This clearly (i)  (indicate) that the profit monger shopkeepers or syndicates
are deliberately (j)  (create) this nuisance. Sometimes, the authority concerned (k)  (make)
occasional inspection and (l)  (fine) culprits but that cannot (m)  (prevent) them from what
they are (n)  (do).
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5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7

"You've cut off your hair?" asked Jim. "Cut it off and sold it," said Della. "Don't you like me just as
well, anyhow?" I'm me without my hair, ain't I?" "You say your hair is gone?" he said. "You don't have
to look for it. Shall we eat dinner, Jim?" said Della.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
A young girl was crying (a)  (post-modify the verb). So, I went to her (b)  (use infinitive to
post-modify the verb) what happened to her. She felt a bit comforted (c)  (use a noun phrase to
post-modify the verb). Going near her, I came to know that she lost (d)  (use a noun phrase to
post-modify the verb). She told me that she had come to the market with her parents. But as the
place was (e)  (pre-modify with an intensifier) crowded she could not follow them. I felt (f) 
(pre-modify the adjective with an intensifier) sorry for the girl and took her with me. (g)  (pre-
modify the verb with a present participle phrase), I gave her food. The girl became happy (h)  (use
an infinitive phrase to post-modify the adjective) and slept soon. Next morning I went to the (i) 
(pre-modify the noun) police station and informed the duty officer about the girl (j)  (post-modify
the noun with a relative pronoun) I got in the market place.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
In the pre-industrial feudal society, both husbands and wives worked together in the fields and
outside the hearth. (a) , in the industrial period, women were segregated from out-of-some
productive work. (b)  the hearth became the place for them. (c)  cooking, cleaning, washing,
giving birth and rearing children became their jobs. (d)  men became the wage earners and all
other outdoor activities became their responsibility. (e)  in the post-war period, women started
joining the workforce contributing to family income. (f)  started exercising an influence on family
affairs. (g)  authority in the family rested on the husband. (h)  he was the decision maker in
all matters. (i)  women, with their economic power, started influencing decisions about important
family matters. (j)  in developed countries, household work is shared by both husbands and
wives. (k)  shopping and taking children to school, to doctors or for recreation are done equally
by both husbands and wives. Large extended families have given, and are still giving place to small,
nuclear families. (l)  in developing countries, with the process of industrialization and
urbanization, extended families are breaking down. Kinship is declining. In the west, marriages now
often break up. (m)  the number of single-mother or single-father families is ever on the increase.
(n)  the psychological problems of children in such families are also mounting in modern times.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
During the nine-month long Liberation War the Pakistani army carried out the most brutal massacre
in human history. There were thousands of killing fields all around Bangladesh. One of the largest
killing fields is located at Chuknagar to cross the border. On 20 May 1971 Pakistani soldiers
surrounded the area. They started to fire the fleeing people. About eight to ten thousand people were
killed at Chuknagar.
(a) Liberation (synonym) (f) fields (synonym) (k) area (synonym)
(b) brutal (antonym) (g) largest (antonym) (l) started (antonym)
(c) massacre (synonym) (h) located (antonym) (m) fire (synonym)
(d) human (antonym) (i) called (synonym) (n) killed (synonym)
(e) history (synonym) (j) surrounded (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Up ahead the traffic is jammed so close together that pedestrians are climbing over pickup trucks
and through empty rickshaws to cross the street Two rows to my left is an ambulance blue light
spinning uselessly This is what the streets here look like from seven oclock in the morning until ten
oclock at night If youre rich you experience it from the back seat of a car If your poor youre in a
rickshaw breathing in the exhaust.
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Write an application to the Principal of your college for providing multimedia facilities in the
classroom. 10
11. Write a paragraph of around 200 words on "Price Hike". 15
12. Write a paragraph on "Nuclear Family Versus Extended Family". 15
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SAVAR CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, SAVAR
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Our college campus will certainly take one (a)  surprise (b)  many well-grounded reasons.
The huge campus (c)  all its large green trees all around offers a fairly pleasant prospect. The
surrounding golf ground teeming (d)  large lakes and trees of different varieties adds beauty (e)
 our campus. One can very easily have a look at the ground (f)  the corridors or (g)  the
windows of the college buildings. Almost every day we can either see some birds (h)  rare species
or hear their sweet chirping. If someone visits the campus now, certainly s/he will see the mango
trees (i)  full bloom. So, considering all these good sides it will not be illogical or exaggerated to
conclude that ours is one (j)  the best colleges in the country.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
it has to would rather had better let alone what if
as if as soon as what's it like what does .... look like there was born
(a)  representing your company in the UN? You seem to be very proud.
(b) Nobody enjoyed the lunch at Tina's house. He mother greeted  she had never seen us
before.
(c) Rina  die trying than surrender to fate. She is very realistic.
(d) The baby is sleeping. You  turn off the TV. You will be in trouble if it wakes up.
(e) Rana has started his new job. His work place is far away from his home. So, he  drive 30
miles to work every day.
(f) He has never swam in the pond,  dive in the sea. He has hydrophobia.
(g) The exam ends in five minutes. Submit your script  the bell rings.
(h) Save some money for future.  you lose your job tomorrow?
(i) Maradona is a living legend to the Argentina people. He  in 1960.
(j) Once  was poor boy named Rafiq. Poverty could not stop his progress.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) The country is going to face food crisis.  the farmers produced crops all the year.
(b) He took a transfer certificate after he . He is still trying to get himself admitted into another
college.
(c) Many patients have already died since the doctors . The government is trying to have talks
with the doctors.
(d) Some patients are leaving hospitals because they .
(e) We went to Mohera Jamindar Bari, Tangail so that we .
(f) After we had reached there we . We really felt impressed.
(g) As the place is important historically some students told that they .
(h) We have to face severe consequences if . Test examination is very important.
(i) The authority should provide relief materials to the poor people when they .
(j) Hardly had the Principal announced when the students . They were hungry.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
A magazine which (a)  (manage) entirely by the students of a college or school is a college/school
magazine. Also, in (b)  (publish) this magazine, teachers (c)  (have) some role and they (d)
 (contribute) articles. Poems, essays, discussions, drawings, personal experiences, short stories,
jokes, riddles and other topics related to college affairs (e)  (contain) in it. A magazine also (f) 
(contain) the reports of the whole year and the results of some consecutive years. This magazine (g)
 (give) the students an opportunity to demonstrate their creative power and students (h) 
(encourage) in the literary activities. It (i)  (provide) students with a medium for self-expression. It
(j)  (be) a necessary aid to the fostering of an extra-academic life in the college. It (k) 
(encourage) them to think for themselves, to organize their information into knowledge and to take
an active interest in all that (l)  (go) on around them. The main objective of a college/school
magazine is to bring out the literary talents of the students. The practice of contributing to the
magazine (m)  (make) them observant and thoughtful. It is also a valuable training ground for
students in business management. It is a good source of pleasure for the young learners because
when they see their writings printed they feel delighted. Therefore, every institution (n)  (have) its
magazine.
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5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7

"Can you stand in the sun for hours and sing? "asked the teacher. "I'm used to it." said Muna with a
smile on her face. "The freedom fighters gave us an independent country in exchange of their lives.
So, standing in the hot sun or walking a long distance doesn't matter.' she further said. "Thank you
for your feeling and determination." said teacher finally.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
We cannot (a)  (Use an adverb to post-modify the verb) altogether get rid of our waste but a (b)
 (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) management of it can certainly reduce (c)  (Use a
possessive adjective to pre-modify the noun) quantity. If we think of burning, burying, and recycling
and thus reduce our waste, we can (d)  (Post-modify the verb with an adverb phrase) save our
environment. Our garbage consists of various kinds of things  some are burnable and some arc
non burnable. In some countries, burnable waste is destroyed by incinerators. The non-burnable
garbage is melted and refabricated. Some rubbish is not rubbish at all. For example, most textiles,
glass, metal, paper and cardboard can be recycled. Some kinds of waste can be used as fuel. We can
use and have been using (e)  (Use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) waste to make
compost (f)  (Use an infinitive to post modify the verb) our soil. The only problem then is to find
authorities to make it easy to reuse what we throw away. This is because we cannot recycle paper, or
metal ourselves. It is a big action. In many countries it is now (g)  (Use an adverb to pre-modify
the adjective) normal to collect old bottles and reuse them. Again many companies are now designing
(h)  (Use a possessive adjective to pre-modify the noun) containers and packaging in such a way
that they are easy to recycle. Some companies are using (i)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify the
noun) wrappers. More and more companies should come forward to promote greater recycling and
changes in (j)  (Use an noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) patterns to reduce the amount of
rubbish we produce and help people save the environment.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
(a) , reading newspapers is quite a laudable habit. (b) , some people cannot help reading
newspapers. (c) , with the invention of radio, TV, computer and internet, men have free access to
information worldwide. (d)  the importance of newspapers has not lessened at all. A newspaper
tells the tales of people. (e) , in a newspaper one can get news about politics, international
affairs, cine news and sports news. (f) , for the students a newspaper has a corner where they
can get lessons prepared by good teachers. (g)  newspapers are of great use to the teacher and
businessman since they have pages for them. (h) , by reading a newspaper, we can get news as
well as we can know the latest improvement in the field of sports, politics and war. (i) , while
reading a newspaper, a reader may not read the whole newspaper. He only goes through the area or
areas of this areas. (j)  certainly by reading a newspaper he can enrich his knowledge. Reading
newspapers all the time has some disadvantages. (k) , it spoils our valuable time. (l) , it may
cost us extra money. (m) , you may pick up a bad habit of reading them ignoring your important
work. (n) , we should be careful of the time we spend for reading a newspaper.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Hakaluki Haor provides a wide range of economic and non-economic benefits to the local people as
well as to the people of Bangladesh. These include fish production, cattle rearing, duck rearing,
collection of reeds and grasses, and collection of aquatic and other plants. The haor system also
protects the lower floodplains from flash floods occurring in the months of April-May, maintains the
supply of fish in other water bodies and provides habitat for migratory and local waterfowls.
The unique haor system contributes to the beauty of the landscape both during the monsoon and
the dry season. In monsoon, its unique scenic beauty makes it a huge natural bowl of water and in
the dry season it becomes vast grassland with pockets of beels serving as resting places for
migratory birds. This unique natural system can be a major attraction for tourists.
(a) provide (synonym) (f) major (antonym) (k) maintain (synonym)
(b) benefit (synonym) (g) unique (synonym) (l) contribute (synonym)
(c) wide (synonym) (h) migratory (synonym) (m) vast (antonym)
(d) include (antonym) (i) occur (synonym) (n) habitat (synonym)
(e) protect (synonym) (j) attraction (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Hello Imtiaz how are you said Robin.
I'm fine replied Imtiaz. what's about you
I'm fine too but I'm in some troubles dear said Robin.
 PartC  Test Analysed Model Test 157
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Write a letter of complaint to the Upazilla Chairman against the irregularities in distributing
relief materials allocated for flood/cyclone victims of your area. 10
11. Suppose, you have recently got yourself admitted into a college. Now write a paragraph on
your first at college in about 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on a beggar. 15

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SAFIUDDIN SARKER ACADEMY & COLLEGE, TONGI, GAZIPUR
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Somebody (a)  the know may tell you that using prepositions (b)  a passage is just like a
game with words. Good students are known (c)  their games, dedications and sacrifices for any
advancement. Nowadays, it is very hard to know (d)  any student who cares for his game. One
day they will roll down (e)  the lap of depression for not having any win in their lives. Actually,
they don't get any pleasure (f)  reading books though books are our best companions, friends. It
could give a short relief (g)  a while (h)  our monotony. This monotony finally results (i) 
deadly depression. It is, as though, a death (j)  death.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
lingua franca I think eagerly waiting for not only but also nevertheless was born
scarcely had but read between the lines call it a day hence let alone
(a) , therefore I am.
(b) I know there may be some obstacles  hindrances I may face.
(c)  they reached the airport when the plane took off. They started late from their residence.
(d) Salman did not come to the campus on the day,  attended meeting. He lied to you.
(e) The examination is knocking at the door. I haven't had much time to study,  I think I am
going to pass the examination.
(f) Unlike me, my brother excels in sport. He is  a good football player  a successful
businessman.
(g) I am too tired to continue my work. Let us .
(h) I think you reached in a negative way. If you , you could understand what he tries to say.
(i) I hope you will help us.  there will not be any problem.
(j) In the middle of the 20th century, English suddenly became the  of the world.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) The postman who serves in the town .
(b) But the postman who works in the village .
(c) The postman has a definite area where .
(d) He carries across his shoulders a bag .
(e) He goes from one house to another and .
(f) If the postman is not loved, it is good evidence that .
(g) We should immediately decide to shift him to a hospital where he can get treatment, if he .
(h) It is long since .
(i) Their salary is not so high. The government should assist him lest .
(j) We should treat him well so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Dhaka Metro Rail, a dream project of the current government like the Padma Bridge (a)  (be) one
of the mega projects of the government (b)  (inaugurate) on 28 December, 2022 (c)  (mark) a
major significant in the transport sector of Bangladesh. The 20.1 km long metro rail line from Uttara
to Motijheel is known as MRT 6. It (d)  (carry) 60 thousand passengers per hour and 5 lakh
passengers per day. The Metro rail (e)  (go) to play an effective role in decreasing traffic. It (f) 
only (not ease) traffic congestion, but also will greatly enhance the beauty of Dhaka City. Besides, as
it is fully electric, it (g)  (to play) an effective role in reducing the environmental pollution. The
metro rail (h)  (equip) with all kinds of modern facilities so that the passengers (i)  (complete)
their journey with ease and comfort. Already a large amount of employment (j)  (take) place for
metro rail operation and maintenance. Metro rail, in Bangladesh so to say, (k)  (be) massive
achievement of the present government. Total 200 people (l)  (include) ministers, government
officials, diplomats, and freedom fighters among others (m)  (join) the premier in the maiden
metro rail journey on Wednesday (28 December) last year. These jobs and opportunities (n) 
(stimulate) the economy and eventually benefit the whole nation.
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5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 5

Miranda exclaimed with great sorrow and forbade Ferdinand to work hard. She (M) also told him
that her (M) father was at his studies and he was safe for those three hours. She (M) further
requested him (F) to rest himself. Addressing her (M) as his dear lady, Ferdinand replied that he
dared not rest and added that he had to finish his work before he took his rest.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  14 = 7
The people of Bangladesh have expressed their shock (a)  (post-modify the verb) at the reaction of
the Pakistan Parliament. Pakistan strongly protested the execution of two (b)  (pre-modify the
noun) collaborators who committed crimes against humanity on their own people in 1971. There is a
demand for apology from (c)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) government for the
crimes of its army during the liberation war of Bangladesh. Recently, Pakistan's National Assembly
may be within its rights (d)  (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) for the execution of
two collaborators. But it is quite clear to us that Pakistan always tries to erase its past history. To
erase (e)  (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) history is not easy because history
continues to follow all of us. Pakistan, (f)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive) cannot come
out of its military influence. As a result, the country has become (g)  (use an intensifier)
barbarous. So, Pakistan is going down (h)  (use an adverb to post modify the verb). The founder
of Pakistan Mr. Jinnah was physically (i)  (modify the adjective) possessive. Through this history,
we have got a number of monuments to remember our national heroes, the martyrs. (j)  (use a
demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) monument was designed by Syed Mainul Hossain. The
monument is composed of (k)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) towers that are triangular
pyramid shaped structures. The highest point of the monument is 150 feet. There is an (l)  (use
adjective to pre-modify the noun) lake, and (m)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) mass
graves in front of the (n)  (pre-modify the noun) monument.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Time is a special resource that you cannot store or save for future use. (a)  it is managed
properly to gain success. The skills of managing time properly are called time management skills (b)
 these skills are necessary for job hunting and career success. (c)  it is essential to improve
these skills. There is a wise saying that, "A stitch in time saves nine". (d) , if work of today is put
off for tomorrow, the load of work of tomorrow will be very heavy. (e)  that will demand a hurried
action. We know very well that hurry spoils the curry. Work done in hurry is not well done and
hurry, (f) , does not lessen the volume of work. (g) , it increases the volume. (h) , delay
sometimes complicates the action. (i)  it becomes impossible to do the task fruitfully. (j) , we
should take timely and prompt actions to avoid any difficulty in doing our respective duties. (k) 
there are several strategies that can be used to improve your duties with management skills. (l) 
have a clear goal in mind. (m)  set your priorities. (n)  block out time for your high priority
activities first and protect that time from interruptions.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Illiteracy is a curse. It retards all development work of a country. It is said that an illiterate nation
gropes in darkness with no definite goal. In fact, an illiterate person is conservative, superstitious
and blind. He can contribute very little to his country. He is unconscious and unaware of rights and
responsibilities. The whole country is responsible for this. Most of our people are illiterate and poor.
In fact, illiteracy, caused by poverty, stands in the way of success. All should be practical and
pragmatic while addressing this problem. Effective measures should be taken by all concerned to
remove illiteracy and thus make the nation enlightened.
(a) curse (synonym) (f) address (antonym) (k) darkness (synonym)
(b) retard (synonym) (g) pragmatic (synonym) (l) illiterate (synonym)
(c) superstitious (antonym) (h) concerned (synonym) (m) people (antonym)
(d) conservative (antonym) (i) remove (synonym) (n) whole (synonym)
(e) contribute (synonym) (j) enlightened (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
The King asked does it hop.
God forbid. said the nephew
Does it still fly!
No.
Does it still sing!
No
"Does it screech if it isnt fed!
"Bring it to me so that I can see it," said the King
 PartC  Test Analysed Model Test 159
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Write an application to the principal of your college requesting him to arrange some extra
classes on English for the weak students. 10
11. Write a paragraph on moral degradation of young generation. 15
12. Write a paragraph within 200 words comparing and contrasting 'Democracy and Autocracy'. 15

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BOGURA CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, BOGURA
Final Lesson Evaluation2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
We got our freedom (a)  the sacrifice of hundreds and thousands (b)  lives. The patriots (c)
 our land fought (d)  the oppression of the West Pakistan rulers. Finally, the oppressors were
bound to surrender (e)  our freedom fighters. But a great number (f)  the sons of the land
died (g)  the war. Soon (h)  the war. the government (i)  Bangladesh founded the National
memorial (j)  memory of the martyrs.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born let alone had better would you mind there
what does .... look like have to as soon as would rather as if
(a)  flying in the sky? I think you will enjoy a lot.
(b)  was a king named Robert Bruee. He was very famous.
(c) I  and brought up in Bangladesh.
(d) Bangladesh is an emerging power in the world cricket. But we  struggle more to win the
world cup.
(e) He cannot tell my name,  my address. He is really a liar.
(f)  the earth ? It's not completely round.
(g) We  walk fast than got on the train. The train is very crowded.
(h) The class started  I reached my college. I was really lucky.
(i) You look so weak. You  go home as early as possible.
(j) The man pretended  he had been very poor. So, we disliked him.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Speak the truth or . A truthful man is always honoured everywhere.
(b) Though he is dull of hearing, . He can make a good result.
(c) Danger comes when . So, we have to be careful in our life.
(d) What a lovely view that was! If I had a camera, .
(e) The woman  was taken to hospital.
(f) My grandfather often talks about the old day .
(g) Don’t worry, We are going to be there right on time. I am driving .
(h) The bee is one of the busiest insects. We should follow the .
(i) Work carefully lest .
(j) Rashed is a quack. He behaves as though .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
A poor man was once (a)  (put) in a jail, although he (b)  (do) no wrong. After a long time, the
king of the state (c)  (visit) the jail and the man told him that he was innocent but a case (d) 
(file) against him by some of his enemies. The king (e)  (inquire) privately and (f)  (find) that it
was true. He (g)  (give) the man some money and set him free. He went straight to the market. In
a shop there, wild birds (h)  (keep) in cages for sale. He said to the shopkeeper, "I wish to buy all
the birds of your shop. These birds unjustly (i)  (imprison) and I like to (j)  (set) them free."
The man (k)  (purchase) all the birds and (l)  (free) them. The birds started (m)  (fly) in the
sky. (n)  (close) the eyes the man enjoyed what freedom is.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
Returning home, my mother said to me, “Your progress in studies is very slow. You always move
about with a group of your friends. Aren’t you idling away your time with them? Can’t you be more
serious?” “I am sorry and I will amend myself,” I replied.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Newspaper plays a very (a)  (pre-modify the noun) role in modern civilization. It publishes news and
views of home and abroad. Only (b)  (pre-modify the noun) knowledge is not enough in this
competitive world. A newspaper helps a man (c)  (post-modify the verb with infinitive) his general
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knowledge. Besides academic books, one should read newspapers (d)  (post modify the verb).
Newspaper helps one (e)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) the facts of the world. (f) 
(pre-modify the verb with a participle phrase) regularly, one can be aware of everything. There are (g)
 (pre-modify the noun) kinds of newspaper. One should select the newspaper (h)  (post-modify
the verb). One should choose the (i)  (pre-modify the noun) newspaper because many newspapers
present news partially. Whatever the paper is, it (j)  (pre-modify the verb) helps a man.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Unemployment is a great curse. (a)  all the countries of the world suffer from the curse. (b) 
nowhere in the world this problem is so acute as in our country. (c)  there are many reasons
behind it. (d) , our country is industrially backward. (e)  our traditional education system is
not service oriented. (f)  our students and youths have false sense of dignity. (g) , they run
after job only. (h) , unemployment problem should be removed at any cost. (i)  we want to
remove it truly, our education system should be changed. (j)  more mills and factories should be
established, (k)  the educated youth should change their attitude to life. (l)  they can work in
agriculture field, cultivate fish, grow vegetables etc. (m)  they can start small business, (n) 
self-employment is a possible solution to this great problem.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Sincerity is the root of success of all works. One can go a long way if he does a job with sincerity.
The great men are sincere because they know that, sincerity is the key to success. Those who do not
follow the rules of sincerity, can never go a long way. Sincerity is the secret of victory. If any work is
not done with sincerity, one will never receive desirable output from it. So, we should be sincere in
every walk of life so that we can hope a better tomorrow.
(a) root (synonym) (f) know (synonym) (k) secret (synonym)
(b) success (antonym) (g) key (synonym) (l) desirable (antonym)
(c) way (synonym) (h) follow (antonym) (m) walk (synonym)
(d) job (synonym) (i) rules (synonym) (n) tomorrow (synonym)
(e) because (synonym) (j) never (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Tourist : How old is the edifice guide.
Guide : Madame it’s a 15th century edifice
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is
Guide : It was built by Akbar the then emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh! I see
Guide : Madame we should move now. The sun is about to set. It would be dark soon.
Tourist : But we want to see more. Isnt the place safe.
Guide : Yes, it is safe. But the security does not allow anybody after sunset. If you want to stay
for some time we need permission.
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. As you are a student, you attend classes regularly, But your classrooms are overcrowded. Now,
write an application to the principal of your college to provide sound system in large
classroom. 10
11. Write a paragraph describing "The Importance of Female Education". 15
12. Write a paragraph mentioning The Positive and Negative Impacts of Facebook. Use 150 words.

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BAF SHAHEEN COLLEGE, JASHORE
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
I received (a)  her another letter saying that she was passing (b)  Paris and would like to have
a chat (c)  me; but her time was limited, and the only free moment she had was (d)  the
following Thursday; she was spending the morning at the Luxembourg and would I give her a little
luncheon (e)  Foyot's afterwards? Foyot's is a restaurant (f)  which the French senators eat,
and it was so far (g)  my means that I had never even thought (h)  going there. But I was
flattered, and I was too young to have learned to say no (i)  a woman. When we met, she assured
me, "I never eat more than one thing (j)  luncheon."
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2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
what's it like there as soon as would rather what does ... look like
had better have to was born let alone as if
(a) I can't even think of cheating in the exam hall. I  fail.
(b) In France, people  drive on their right. It is opposite in our country.
(c) William Shakespeare was a famous dramatist. He  in 1564. Human nature was his
favourite, subject to portray in his drama.
(d) He stared at me  I had been crazy, but I did not do anything like that.
(e) It started raining  we got out of the car. It was really an awkward situation.
(f) Long ago.  lived a boy named Bayazid Bostami. He was famous for his love and respect
towards his mother.
(g)  representing your own country in UN? You seem to be very proud of.
(h) The baby is sleeping. You  turn off the TV. You will be in trouble if it wakes up.
(i) There is a bad blood between two friends. They do not talk to each other,  share the same
room in the hostel.
(j) Baby : Mom,  a Kangaroo ?
Mom: It's a rabbit like animal with a pouch but bigger than a rabbit.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Amerigo is a small boy living in the street. Since, he has no shelter .
(b) Shantanu was expecting a brilliant result. Hardly had the result been published when .
(c) Early to bed and early to rise, makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise. I am use to .
(d) Climate change is so alarming that it  We must be aware of this fact.
(e) Trees are very important for our existence on earth. We should stop cutting trees. It is high time
we .
(f) Bangladesh is an agricultural country. As her economy depends on agriculture .
(g) Mount Everest is the highest mountain. Climbing the Everest is difficult and dangerous
because .
(h) I did not know anything about the matter. If , I would have told him.
(i) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest he .
(j) There goes a proverb that . So, you have to make friendship with a gentleman.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
The Liberation War of Bangladesh inspired many artists, singers and cultural activists. Eminent
artiste Shaheen Samad (a)  (join) Bangladesh Mukti Sangrami Shilpi Sangstha during the
Liberation War. She along with others (b)  (inspire) millions with her voice (c)  (raise) funds
for the refugee camps. The cultural troupe used to (d)  (travel) to refugee camps and different
areas in Mukta Anchal. They (e)  (perform) patriotic songs and arrange puppet shows, besides (f)
 (stage) dramas. Shaheen Samad said, "Liberation War always (g)  (be) an inspiration for me."
She sang a lot of songs during that time and now (h)  (feel) honoured to have (i)  (be) able to
inspire the freedom fighters. She (j)  (have) the memorable harmonium with which she (k) 
(sing) in 1971. Now, she (l)  (wish) to hand it over to Liberation War Museum. This eminent
artiste (m)  (want) live performance of those moving songs on TV channel, at least one song in a
week and thus (n)  (cover) all the year round.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"Have you seen your mother, Jerry?" "I see her every summer. She sends for me." I wanted to cry
out, "Why are you not with her? How can she let you go away again?" He said, "She comes up here
from Mannville whenever she can. She does not have a job now."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Students are the (a)  (a pre-modifier of noun) leaders of a country. The development of a country
depends (b)  (post-modifier of verb) on how the students prepare themselves to face (c)  (a
noun-adjective to pre-modify a noun) challenges. But unfortunately many students are not serious
(d)  (a prepositional phrase to post-modify the adjective). They spoil their (e)  (pre-modifier of
a noun) time. Some of them do not go to school (f)  (noun phrase functioning as adverb). Again
some remain inattentive (g)  (prepositional phrase functioning as adverbial). But they have to be
attentive and struggle hard (h)  (an infinitive) in life. They should remember that success is equal
to (i)  (Adjective) work plus determination. So, all students should work hard (j)  (us an
infinitive) in life.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Valentina Tereshkova was born in Central Russia. Her parents were very poor. (a)  she did not
have an easy access to education. Tereshkova began school in 1945 at the age of eight. (b)  she
left school in 1953. (c)  she continued her education through distance learning. She became
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interested in parachuting from a young age (d)  she received training in skydiving at the local
Aero club. (e)  she made her first jump at the age of age 12 on 21 May 1959. (f)  she was
employed as a textile worker in a local factory. (g)  the flight of Yuri Gagarin the Soviet Union
decided to send a woman in space. (h)  Valentina was selected for this project by the Soviet
Union (i)  it was her expertise in skydiving (j)  led to her selection as a cosmonaut.
Tereshkova had to undergo a series of training (k)  weightless flights, isolation tests, centrifuge
tests, ocket theory spacecraft engineering, etc. (l)  the successful launch of the spacecraft
Vostok-5 on 14 June 1963. Tereshkova began preparing for her own flight. It was on the morning of
16 June 1963 (m)  Tereshkova and her back-up cosmonaut Solovyova were taken to the space
shuttle launch pad by a bus (n)  after finishing a two-hour countdown. Vostok-6 launched
faultlessly.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
We should I never call a student weaker. Teachers should never discourage any student frustrating
his/her interest, ability and dream. Every teacher should try his/her best to find out the ways of
success tor the students and guide them to achieve it. Actually a successful teacher plays the role of
a mentor to his/her students. He guides his students and escorts them to the realm of knowledge.
(a) never (antonym) (f) ability (synonym) (k) successful (antonym)
(b) weaker (antonym) (g) dream (synonym) (l) mentor (synonym)
(c) discourage (antonym) (h) best (antonym) (m) escort (synonym)
(d) frustrating (synonym) (i) success (antonym) (n) realm (synonym)
(e) interest (synonym) (j) achieve (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Whats your dream do you have any dream?" asked Zayed. Yes indeed, said Robi. My dream is a full
plate of rice big pieces of chicken and sweets. Zayed and his friends were surprised. Is that all come
on I'm going to make your dream come true. Robi couldn't believe his ears. "was he making fun of
me Playing a cruel game" Robi thought.
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Suppose, you are a student of XYZ College. Now, write an application to the principal of your
college for organizaing an English Language Club. 10
11. Write a paragraph on "Food Adulteration" describing its causes, effects and solution within
200 words 15
12. Write a paragraph describing the merits and demerits of "Village life and Town life" within 200
words. 15

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FENI GOVT. COLLEGE, FENI
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Shilpi is an adolescent girl born (a)  a poor family. She was married (b)  at an early age. Her
illiterate parents thought that education (c)  a daughter needs a lot of money which is (d) 
their control. So, they quickly wanted to get release (e)  Shilpi. Then her life was beset (f) 
many problems. Fortunately, she could get help (g)  a local empowerment group and her
husband stood (h)  her. She decided to take a child only (i)  she had been physically and
mentally tortured. (j)  she explained her wishes to everyone, they were no longer against her
wishes.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
let alone be born there have to would rather
what does ..... look like as soon as it had better what's ... like
(a) There is a charitable dispensary in our village. No one  pay for the service.
(b) He was too weak to walk,  run.
(c) His father is very sick.  seems to be hopeless of recovery.
(d) It is very disgraceful for me. I  die than follow you.
(e) The road is very rough. You  walk carefully.
(f)  mother's love ? It is incomparable.
(g) He did not see his father alive. When his father died, he not  .
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(h) It was a terrible ship.  was no crew in the ship of death.
(i)  the frozen mountain peak ? It looks like a white dome.
(j)  the cat saw the rat, it rushed to it.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) I worked hard although .
(b) I need to meet you. In case you are late, .
(c) The club is for members only. You cannot go and pass your time there unless .
(d) People drive too fast, so there are a lot of accidents. If people drove slowly .
(e) I shall stay here until . I do not want to take any risk.
(f) Folk music is a type of music which .
(g) As W.B. Yeats is fed up with the business of city life, .
(h) In our country, girls can be married off legally when .
(i) Life should not be considered . It is full of sorrows.
(j) Parents should spend quality time with their kids, The sooner they understand the fact .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Co-operation means (a)  (to work) together for the benifit of all. Without cooperation modern
society (b)  (exist). Cooperation (c)  (see) at its best among farmers in the dry regions of some
parts of Australia and America. The fields (d)  (irrigate) in these regions. Crops (e)  (not grow)
without water. Water (f)  (bring) to the fields without streams being tapped higher up. For this
purpose, Canals and dams (g)  (build). The canals (h)  (cut) through the fields of more than
one farmer. Those who (i)  (live) higher up the valley than the others (j)  (allow) to build
canals through their land in order to carry water to the fields of farmers lower down. In times of
drought, all (k)  (be) able to share the water. Instead of (l)  (take) all water for themselves, the
farmers on the higher land leave enough for their neighbors down the valley. Farming in dry areas
(m)  (make) possible by such cooperation. By cooperation, farmers have learned to make even the
desert (n)  (produce) crops.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"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." "Humorist! She
cried gaily, jumping into a cab, "You're quite a humorist!" Being complacent, I said, "I have had my
revenge at last. I do not believe that I am a vindictive man. But today she weighs twenty-one stone."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Jatiyo Smriti Shoudho, (a)  (post modify the noun with an appositive), is the symbol in the
memory of (b)  (use determiner to pre-modify the noun) martyrs who gave (c)  (pre modify the
noun with possessive) lives to bring independence for the country. (d)  (use demonstrative to pre
modify the noun) monument is located at Saver, (e)  (pre modify the adjective with an adverb) 35
km northwest of the capital, Dhaka. (f)  (use determiner to pre-modify the noun) monument was
designed by Syed Mainul Hossain. The monument is composed of (g)  (use quantifier to pre-
modify the noun) towers that are triangular pyramid shaped structures. The highest point of the
monument is 150 feet. There is an (h)  (pre modify the noun) lake and (i)  (use quantifier to
pre modify the noun) mass graves in front of the main monument. When we stand before the graves,
we become overwhelmed with grief and pray for the (j)  (pre modify the noun) souls of the
martyrs.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
The world we live in is full of things (a)  natural and manmade. Natural and manmade things
constitute our environment. Any abnormal change in chemical, physical (b)  biological
characteristics of the environment are called pollution. It causes a lot of harm to mankind. (c) , it
creates health hazards to a great extent. (d) , some effective measures should be taken to prevent
this pollution. We (e)  the government should take a hand to create a better environment for
living on earth. (f) , it will carry benefit for all of us. (g)  we think that (h)  the government
is responsible (i)  we have nothing to do. (j)  this is shocking no doubt. (k)  we all become
aware of the environment, it will be possible to prevent the pollution. (l)  if we do not become
conscious, the pollution will destroy us. (m) , total prevention may be impossible. (n) , we
can certainly reduce the pollution by raising awareness among people.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Life is full of complexities of contradictions. Our expectations are not always materialized. What we
think to happen naturally teach us that virtue is rewarded but vice is punished. A good natured man
will live a happy and prosperous life but an ill natured man will face various sufferings. But in real
life we see that a man who culture the good qualities like honesty, sincerity, piety is not a life in
comfort and happiness.
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(a) complexities (synonym) (f) punished (antonym) (k) piety (antonym)

(b) contradiction (synonym) (g) prosperous (antonym) (l) financially (synonym)
(c) expectations (synonym) (h) sufferings (antonym) (m) comfort (synonym)
(d) materialize (synonym) (i) honesty (synonym) (n) happiness (antonym)
(e) naturally (antonym) (j) sincerity (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
The Superintendent said nobody would drive in the fog Jerry said I came just before bed time last
night and you hadn't come So I brought pat some of my breakfast this morning I wouldn't have let
anything happen to him I was sure of that I didn't worry replied the authoress.
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Write an application to the principal of your college to change your elective subject. 10
11. At present, Dhaka Metro Rail is no more a dream but a great part of the people of Dhaka city.
Now, write a paragraph on 'The Dhaka Metro Rail' showing its significance in transport
communication within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph showing the comparisons and contrasts of the Rural Life and the City Life.
(about 200 words) 15

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CHATTOGRAM CANTONMENT PUBLIC COLLEGE, CHATTOGRAM
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Do you have any idea (a)  a cybercafe? It is a place teeming (b)  information. It is a network
(c)  all networks. It is a place (d)  computers (e)  which customers can use the Internet
and send emails and so on. A cybercafe is closely associated (f)  Internet communication system.
A customer sitting (g)  the cafe can communicate (h)  people (i)  the world. In fact, a
cybercafe is not prejudicial (j)  our development.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
There Would rather Was born Had better As soon as
Let alone Have to/ has to What’s it like It What does—look like
(a)  is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal,  a hat-trick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home  possible.
(d) No one is happy with her result. She  understand it.
(e)  lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(f) Zahir Raihan  on 19 August 1935 in Feni.
(g) We  educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(h)  a dinosaur  ? Have you ever seen it?
(i) You  build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much
nowadays.
(j)  going to a tour ? It's very enjoyable.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) The police saw a pickpocket. Seeing the police he ran away lest .
(b) They could not avail . They were very disappointed.
(c) His strange behaviour annoyed me. He behaved as though .
(d) Shanta was the first girl in the class. She read attentively in order that .
(e) Hardly had the leader finished his speech . The clash injured many common people.
(f) Mirjafor was a part of conspiracy but in front of Sirajuddaula he behaved as if .
(g) As it is a difficult task, . He is very skilled in doing such work.
(h) Nabil could not appear in the exam for his insufficient attendance in class. He could have taken
part in the exam if —.
(i) The film ended very fantastically. If you enjoyed the film,  .
(j) There are many obstacles on our way to success. We must work hard so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
If all children of Bangladesh (a)  (go) to school, the country (b)  (get) rid of the curse of
illiteracy. To boost up education, the government (c)  (spend) more money. Subsidies must (d)
 (provide) in the education sector. Teachers (e)  (need) to (f)  (train) for quality teaching.
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The poor students can (g)  (bring) under ’Food for Education' program. We (h)  (take) care
that no institution (i)  (close) down for political clashes. All concerned (j)  (be) conscious
about it. Moreover, teachers have some roles (k)  (play) in (1)  (implement) fruitful classes.
Sizeable attendance of the students (m)  (have) to be ensured. All students should be motivated
that the more classes they (n)  (attend), the more performance they can show in the examination.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"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. "Some days before 1 took shelter in this very
house. But your servants showed sheer indifference to me as I was in ordinary dress on that day.
But today 1 being well dressed, they are entertaining me with very rich foods. So, I don’t deserve
these dishes."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
A day on which it rains (a)  (Post-modify the verb with an adverb) is called a rainy day. We see (b)
 (Use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) kind of day in the wet season, (c)  (Post-
modify the noun with an appositive). (d)  (Pre-modify the verb with prepositional phrase), it rains
cats and dogs without any break. It stops (e)  (Use article to pre-modify the noun phrase) wheels
of life. A rainy day is dull and gloomy. The sky remains cloudy. People remain at room and spend the
whole day in idleness. A rainy day is not enjoyable to the poor. They cannot earn (f)  (Use
possessive to pre-modify the noun) livelihood and as a result, they spend the day without eating
anything. (g)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) roads go under water. People walk along
the(h)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) roads with shoes in hand. They fold their
clothes almost up to their knees. Students fail (i)  (Use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the
verb) and if some of them go at all, they get wet on the way. So. schools are on (j)  (Use a noun
adjective to pre-modify the noun) mood. Thus, a rainy day is a workless and idle day.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
The greenhouse effect is the gradual warming of air surrounding the earth (a)  heat being
trapped by environment pollution. It is a dangerous type of effect (b)  influences our nature
violently. The result is that animals and birds living in the forests are on the verge of extinction (c)
 deforestation, (d)  we destroy forest and burn down trees, the effects might eventually
endanger our life. Many predict (e)  the rise of temperature will reduce the mankind's ability to
grow crops (f)  will destroy our wildlife. (g) , it could raise sea levels and (h)  flood coastal
areas and farmland. (i)  the southern part of Bangladesh may one day go under water, (j) , we
should not do anything (k)  can disturb the balance between man and nature. But human beings
are destroying this balance. (1) , we are on the verge of destruction. The government (m)  the
mass people should work sincerely to make this world a better place to live in. (n) , our
extinction is a must.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Idleness never makes a man successful in life. It will be totally a foolish idea if a person thinks that
success will come automatically. The history of humans shows that success is achieved by those
who work relentlessly. Passing time in idleness brings about adversity in life. On the other hand, the
industrious enjoy the harvest of prosperity in life.
(a) idleness (synonym) (f) history (synonym) (k) industrious (antonym)
(b) totally (synonym) (g) achieved (synonym) (l) enjoy (antonym)
(c) foolish (antonym) (h) relentlessly (synonym) (m) harvest (synonym)
(d) success (antonym) (i) passing (synonym) (n) prosperity (antonym)
(e) automatically (synonym) (j) adversity (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Student : May I come in sir
Teacher : Yes come in.
Student : Thank you sir.
Teacher : What can I do for you.
Student : Please make me clear on a grammatical point
Teacher : Didnt you attend my class yesterday. I have made the point clear
Student : Sir I did not come
Teacher : Why you must not miss any class How can you expect good results
Student : Ill try my best not to miss any class sir.
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PartB : Composition [40 Marks]

10. Write a letter to the principal of your college to increase facilities of computer lab for the
students. 10
11. Write a paragraph describing "Liberation War of Bangladesh". (Use 200 words). 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting "(Online and Offline Class" in not more than 200
words. 15

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GOVT. SYED HATEM ALI COLLEGE, BARISHAL
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Semantics is the study of meaning (a)  language. We know that language is used to express
meanings which can be understood (b)  others. But meanings exist (c)  our minds and we
can express what is in our minds (d)  the spoken and written forms of language (as well as
through gestures, action etc.). The sound is organized in order to receive and understand messages.
"How is language organized in order to be meaningful? A student school never be indifferent (e) 
semantics. He ought to adhere (f)  such knowledge. This is the question we ask and attempt to
answer (g)  the level of semantics. Semantics is that level (h)  linguistic analysis where
meaning is analyzed. Learners should not confine themselves (i)  limited studies. He is always
aware (j)  syntax, language, semantics etc.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
as if was born as soon as what does ..... look like it
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 her 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 that 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 ?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Corruption has risen to such an extent that people want to get rid of it. It is high time we .
(b) We study physics with a view to .
(c) He is so brilliant that .
(d) Since my final exam was going on, I couldn't go there. I studied hard lest I .
(e) There are many helpless people. I wish .
(f) I worked hard although .
(g) Yesterday I could not get up from bed on time because .
(h) No sooner had she confessed her guilt .
(i) I could not recognize you at first. It was five years since we .
(j) If I had had a camera, . I like photography.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
The Black Death (also known as the Pestilence, the Great Mortality or the Plague) (a)  (be) a
bubonic plague pandemic occurring in Western Eurasia and North Africa from 1346 to 1353. It is
the most fatal pandemic (b)  (record) in human history, causing the deaths of 75200 million
people, peaking in Europe from 1347 to 1351. The disease (c)  (originate) in central Asia and (d)
 (take) to the Crimea by Mongol warriors and traders. The plague then entered Europe via Italy,
perhaps (e)  (carry) by rats or human parasites via Genoes (f)  (trade) shops sailing from the
Black Sea. The disease was caused by a bacillus bacteria, Yersinia pasties, and carried by fleas on
rodents, although recent studies suggest human parasites like lice may well (g)  (have) been the
 PartC  Test Analysed Model Test 167
carriers. It (h)  (know) as the Black Death because it could turn the skin and sores black while (i)
 (show) other symptoms included fever and joint pains. With up to two thirds of sufferers dying
from the disease, it is (j)  (estimate) that between 30% and 50% of the population of those places
affected (k)  (die) of the Black Death. The death toll was so high that it (l)  (have) significant
consequences on European medieval society as a whole, with a shortage of famers (m)  (result) in
demands for an end to serfdom, a general questioning of authority and rebellions, and the entire
abandonment of many towns and villages. The worst plague in human history, it would take 200
years for the population of Europe (n)  (recover) to her level seen prior to the Black Death.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"What's the matter? What's happened?" said Laura.
"There's been a horrible accident," said Cook. "A man killed."
"A man killed! Where? How? When?" said Mom.
"We are going to stop everything?" said Laura.
"Stop everything, Laura!" cried Mom in astonishment. "What do you mean?" "Stop the garden-party?
My dear Laura. Don't be so absurd. Of course we can't do anything of the kind. Nobody expects us
to. Don't be extravagant."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
At one time the fox and the Stork were on (a)  (use a present participle pre-modify the noun)
terms and seemed (b)  (use an intensifier to pre modify the adjective) good friends. So, the fox
invited the stork to dinner, and for (c)  (use determiner to pre-modify the noun) joke put nothing
before her but (d)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) soup in a very (e)  (use adjective
pre-modify the noun) dish. This the fox could (f)  (use adverb to pre-modify the verb) lap up, but
the Stork could only went the end of (g)  (use a possessive adjective to pre-modify the noun) long
bill in it, and left the meal as hungry as when she began, "I am sorry," said the Fox (h)  (use a
infinitive phrase to pre-modify the verb), "the soup is not to your liking." "Do not apologize," said the
Stork (i)  (use a prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun). "I hope you will return this visit,
and come and dine with me soon. "So a day was appointed when the Fox should visit the Stork; but
when they were seated at table all that was for their dinner was contained in a very long-necked jar
with a narrow mouth, in which the fox could not insert his snout, so all he could manage to do was
to lick the outside of the jar. (j)  (use a determiner) bad turn deserves another.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
An old farmer was very happy with his animals. He loved them so much (a)  he himself took care
of them properly. (b)  his animals were always strong and healthy. (c) , the farmer had been
sick for several months. (d)  he could not look after his animals himself. (e) , he engaged a
servant to do the job. The farmer's young son, Ali would often help the servant. Once, Ali annoyed
their bull. (f)  the bull did not like him at all. (g)  it used to bellow and tear up the soil with
horns whenever it saw Ali. (h)  it was always kept in chains. (i)  could not do harm to Ali.
One day, the bull was tied to a stake as usual in a nerby field. (j)  it began to rain with thunder
and lightning. (k) , the bull got frightened and tried to get loose. He looked pitiful and began to
tremble with fear. Ali told the servant to go and release it. (l)  he did not go as he was afraid too.
(m) , Ali himself went there and set the bull free. (n)  the bull behaved well towards Ali as a
token of gratefulness.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Camel is called the ship of the desert. But do you know why it is called the ship of the desert? As
believed commonly, camel is so called because it is the only animal that can survive in the condition
of the desert and a primary mode of transport. Moreover, camels can survive in the desert for very
long period of time just the same like ships do in the sea. Ships carry large quantity of food and
water for their long voyages in the sea. They both carry people as well as goods. Camels have the
ability to absorb fat from. Food and retain in their body like hump. Camels got the nickname "ship of
the desert" because they can travel easily in the desert for transportation without having food and
water for long time.
(a) called (synonym) (f) moreover (synonym) (k) goods (synonym)
(b) commonly (antonym) (g) long (antonym) (l) ability (antonym)
(c) because (synonym) (h) primary (antonym) (m) retain (antonym)
(d) survive (synonym) (i) voyages (synonym) (n) easily (antonym)
(e) condition (synonym) (j) carry (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Arif : Hello How are you Zakia
Zakia : Fine What about you
Arif : Well I was a bit sick
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Zakia : Really What happened

Arif : Stomach upset I had outside food. It troubles my stomach.
Zakia : That's why I always try to avoid outside food they are unhygienic.
Arif : I'm not going to have it anymore.
Zakia : Anyway you take care bye.
Arif : Bye
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. Suppose, you are Tanzila/Taz Uddin and studying at ABC College in Barishal. Now, on behalf
of the students of your college, rite an application to the Principal seeking his permission to
go on a study tour. 10
11. Write a paragraph on Drug Addiction. 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing your childhood memories with present life. 15

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CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A good stock (a)  words is necessary (b)  anybody who wants to use a language. Vocabulary
is an essential component (c)  successful communication. It is an integral part (d)  reading
skills. While grammar is important, a tack (e)  vocabulary may result (f)  complete failure to
convey a message. Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge (g)  words that go well (h)  an
ordinary dictionary meaning. Students’ vocabulary knowledge is a building process that occurs (i)
 time as they tend to make connections (j)  other words.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
would rather as if as soon as what does .... look like what's it like let alone
have to shy of lest read between the lines unlikely
(a) I am unable to write a verse,  compose a poem. I am not a poet.
(b) My friend is under a lot of pressure at the moment. She feels  she had the weight of the
world on her shoulders.
(c) You  discuss the matter with your boss. He may solve the problem.
(d) My family lives at Gazipur now. We're moving to Dhaka  we can sell our House.
(e)  feeling alone in a big city? It’s really painful.
(f) Son; Mon,  a hell ?
Mom: Sorry dear, no idea. I have never been there.
(g) I never saw him crying, it is quite  of him.
(h) She left many things untold, but 1 could easily .
(i) She is 70 years old  few months.
(j) My uncle loves cricket more than anything in the world. He always keeps a radio with him 
he should miss the updates.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Physical exercise keeps us healthy and strong, If you take regular physical exercise, .
(b) They came to you with a view to , but you scolded them without any reason.
(c) Please wait here until , I have serious matters to discuss with you.
(d) I was not hungry at all. If I had been hungry, .
(e) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant .
(f) There goes a proverb that . So, we must take proper use of time.
(g) We should drink pure water, Since the water of this bottle is not pure, .
(h) The two brothers are not in good terms. Yesterday when we went to their house, .
(i) Air is polluted in many ways, It is high time .
(j) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Mamun went to his friend's house, When he (a)  (return) home, he saw his father (b)  (sit) in
the drawing room, His father looked at him angrily and (c)  (say), "Where have you (d)  (be) so
long and why are you (e)  (waste) your time?" Mamun was nervous and (f)  (keep) quiet, After
 PartC  Test Analysed Model Test 169
a moment, his father said, "Will you not (g)  (appear) at the final examination?" Mamun said, "I
went to my friend's house to (h)  (borrow) an essential book but he (i)  (be) at home. So, I (j)
 (have) to wait for him." Father once again said, “Well, time (k)  (be) not your friend, it (l) 
(wait) for you (m)  (catch)." ‘if you fail (n)  (care) of yourself, no one is going to do that for
you."
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
The stranger said to the boy, “Will you tell me the way to the nearest hotel?" “Yes, I will. Do you want
a residential one in which you can spend the night?” the boy said. “I do not want to stay here, but I
only want a meal," the stranger replied. The boy said. “Follow me".
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
On February 21, people get up (a)  (post-modify the verb) in the morning remembering the
memory of the martyrs. They walk (b)  (post-modify the verb with a phrase) to the Shaheed
Minar. Most of them put on black badges (c)  (post-modify the noun with a prepositional phrase).
They go to the Shaheed Minar (d)  (use a participle to post-modify the verb) the most cherished
song "Amur viayer rokte rangano...". They pay homage and tribute to the memory of the martyrs.
Offering the flowers, they pray for (e)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) souls, They also
gather in the mosque, temple and other (f)  (pre-modify the noun) institutions and pray for the
salvation of the martyrs' (g)  (pre-modify the noun)'souls. Different social and (h)  (pre-modify
the noun) organizations arrange (i)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) programmes on (j)
 (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) day.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Travelling is pleasant to all. (a) , it is very enjoyable for most of the people. (b)  it may be
disgusting sometimes. (c) , it totally depends on the mode. Travelling by a boat is rather an old
fashion, (d) , it has certain advantages. (e) , boats are usually more comfortable than planes
or ears. Instead of staying in your seat the whole journey, you can go for a walk on the deck, eat in a
restaurant, or (f) , go shopping. Having more spaces to move around makes a long journey much
more pleasant, (g)  boats are often cheaper than other forms of travel, (h) , a boat ticket
usually costs less than a plane ticket. (i) , boats are safer alternative to cars and planes. (j) ,
there are fewer accidents at sea than in the air or on the roads. (k) , people tend to select boat
journey for touring around: (l)  when the journey has a business purpose, boat or sky way get an
upper hand. (m) , due to construction of large bridges, the business of waterway transportation
is shrinking. (n) , the government needs to invest to accommodate the people involved in this
sector into other sectors.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A thing cannot become as precious as gold only by the way of glittering. People in general, are
charmed and attracted by outward show of things and not by their own merits. Gold is a bright
precious metal and its value is recognized by all. Nevertheless there are many metals cheaper than
gold but look like it. They glitter for sometime and fade in the course of time. They fascinate our eyes
too. But their beauty and glamour do not last long. But gold is such a metal that it can stand the
wear and tear of time and shine till the last moment of existence. In our society, there are so many
people who are outwardly very gentle and nice. But after a period of time, their real identity is
revealed. They do not have intrinsic value and morality.
(a) precious (antonym) (f) fascinate (synonym) (k) value (antonym)
(b) glitter (synonym) (g) glamour (antonym) (l) gentle (antonym)
(c) attract (synonym) (h) shine (antonym) (m) identity (synonym)
(d) outward (antonym) (i) intrinsic (synonym) (n) reveal (synonym)
(e) recognize (synonym) (j) morality (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Son : Did you keep a diary during the Liberation War
Father : Yes I did.
Son : Can i have a look at it
Father : Im afraid, ive lost it.
Son : Can you remember anything about it
Father : Yes I remember one event There were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night you
wanted to look out but we didnt let you!
Son : Why
Father : Because it was, very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
Son : I cant remember anything.
Father : Its natural. No one can remember all from early childhood
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PartB : Composition [40 Marks]

10. Suppose, you booked a ticket from travel agency. But owing to some unavoidable
circumstances you have to cancel your fixed journey. Now write an E-mail to the manager of
the travel agency to cancel the ticket booked for you. 10
11. Write a paragraph on “Qualities of a good citizen”. 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting Technical Education and General Education, Use
200 words. 15

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ANANDA MOHAN COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH
Test Examination2023  English (Compulsory) Second Paper
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
I am fed up (a)  the next door neighbour. His room is adjacent (b)  my room. Always he keeps
his TV (c) . There is sound (d)  dragging (e)  chairs and tables. When I try to concentrate
(f)  my studies, a blaring sound comes (g)  the next door. In winter I can tolerate it (h) 
some extent (i)  closing the windows but it becomes unbearable (j)  summer.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better let alone what does .... look like as soon as as if
there would you mind would rather it was born
(a) Our spring is very charming. During spring, various kinds of flowers bloom.  seems that
everything has got a new life.
(b) Baby : Mom,  an owl  ?
(c) Don't disturb me, you  leave me alone at this moment.
(d) The poor man  starve than beg.
(e)  exists no life on Mars.
(f)  taking tea with me?
(g) Sir Walter Scott was both a poet and a novelist. He  in 1771.
(h) She acts  she were mad.
(i)  we reached the station, the train started.
(j) He did not even see a hill,  a mountain.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Sound pollution is very severe in big cities. If we fail to control sound pollution, .
(b) No sooner had I got down from the train . There were some important things in the luggage.
(c) Faisal got a scholarship. He opened a bank account so that .
(d) He came to my room while . He didn't wake me up.
(e) The poem is too difficult for the students . They couldn't but memorize it.
(f) Birds fly in the sky. I wish .
(g) It is high time . It is detrimental to health.
(h) Life should not be considered . It is full of sorrows and sufferings.
(i) Though it rained yesterday, . There was an urgent task.
(j) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Patriotism (a)  (be) a very noble virtue. It (b)  (inspire) a man to do everything just and fair for
the well being and betterment of the country. It (c)  (be) the quality that (d)  (impel) a man (e)
 (sacrifice) his own interest, comfort, pleasure and even his life for the sake of his country.
Patriotic zeal (f)  (make) a man dutiful, energetic and enthusiastic. He (g)  (obey) the laws,
pays taxes and (h)  (think) for the country. Patriotism (i)  (teach) a man fellow feeling,
fraternity and love and sympathy for the countrymen. A patriot is also (j)  (praise) and (k) 
(honour) by his countrymen. An unpatriotic man, on the other hand, (l)  (be) an ignoble person.
He is self-centered. He (m)  (engage) all his time in achieving his mean end. He (n)  (cause)
harm to the country by his unyielding and reckless activities.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"Stop, you are eating all of our bread," shouted the two rats. "I am doing my best but I've told you it's
difficult," said the monkey. "Give us that little piece," said the rats. 'This is my piece. Haven't I done
a lot of work for you?" replied the monkey. "How foolish we are believing you!" said the rats.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Nelson Mandela (a)  (post-modify the noun with appositive), is one of the greatest leaders of the
world, no doubt. During (b)  (use article to pre-modify the noun) time of Mandela, the Europeans
were separated from the non-Europeans. It was a (c)  (use noun adjective to pre-modify the
noun) policy of racial segregation. The blacks were subjected to (d)  (use quantifier to pre-modify
the noun) sorts of indignities. They were denied ail basic (e)  (use adjective to pre-modify the
noun) rights. They were in fact aliens in (f)  (use possessive) own country. The blacks were also
treated (g)  (use adverb to post-modify the verb). Even dogs received a much better treatment
than the blacks. The (h)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) leader vowed to put an end to
the inhuman practice. Unfortunately, (i)  (use demonstrative to pre modify the noun) great man
was thrown behind the prison bars. But the oppressive rulers could not break his spirit. All his life,
he struggled against apartheid. Eventually, the great leader fulfilled the goal of liberating (j)  (use
possessive to pre-modify the noun) people.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a)  possesses this uncommon quality is the happiest man in
the world. Truly speaking, a man should have trustworthiness (b)  nobody believes a liar. A liar
may prosper for the time being, (c)  ultimately he goes to the dogs. Nobody can read the mind of
a person, (d)  he does not know that the person is sincere. Honesty is a good habit, (e) 
provides happiness and peace for all. Unconscious people do not develop any relationship (f) 
create many problems. The truth is always bitter, (g) , always gives good and healthy results. (h)
 we should be honest in our life. It is believed that honesty is the best policy (i)  dishonesty is
the sign of downfall. God helps those who are honest. (j)  dishonest people are cursed. Childhood
is the best time (k)  children should be taught honesty. It is seen that children follow their
parents. (I)  parents should be honest. (m)  they should be allowed to mix with those friends
who are really honest. (n)  they may build up their character.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Beauty is easy to appreciate but difficult to define. As we look around, we discover beauty in pleasurable
objects and sights in nature, in the laughter of children, in the kindness of strangers. But asked to define,
we run into difficulties. Does beauty have an independent objective identity? Is it universal, or is it
dependent on our sense perceptions? Does it lie in the eye of the beholder?  we ask ourselves. A further
difficulty arises when beauty manifests itself not only by its presence, but by its absence as well, as when
we are repulsed by ugliness and desire beauty. But then ugliness has as much a place in our lives as
beauty, or may be more as when there is widespread hunger and injustice in a society. Philosophers have
told us that beauty is an important part of life, but isn't ugliness a part of life too?
(a) beauty (antonym) (f) universal (antonym) (k) place (synonym)
(b) appreciate (antonym) (g) perception (synonym) (l) injustice (synonym)
(c) discover (synonym) (h) beholder (synonym) (m) Philosophers (synonym)
(d) pleasurable (synonym) (i) manifest (antonym) (n) important (antonym)
(e) strangers (antonym) (j) repulse (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Myself : Good morning, rana. How are you?
Rana : I am so so and you?
Myself : I am well. But why arent you completely well?
Rana : In every examination, i am cutting a sorry figure.
Myself : Whats the reason? Dont you utilize your time properly?
Rana : I spend most of the time in watching tv.
Myself : Recreation is necessary, but spending too much time on this has no good side.
Rana : I don’t feel bored in watching tv.
Myself : but as a student you should study more and more
Rana : thank you for your good advice.
Myself : Welcome
PartB : Composition [40 Marks]
10. On behalf of the students of your college, write an application to the Principal of your college
to provide multimedia facilities in the classrooms. 10
11. Write a paragraph describing the uses and abuses of Face book. Use 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting country life and city life in Bangladesh. Use 200
words. 15
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KEY TO MODEL TEST 19 BIRSHRESTHA NOOR MOHAMMAD PUBLIC COLLEGE, DHAKA
PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) into (c) in (d) like (e) upon/on (f) from (g) with (h) for (i) round (j) with
2. (a) ought to (b) neither, nor (c) figure out (d) would prefer (e) even though (f) enough to (g) provided (h)
Nevertheless (i) would rather (j) What's it like
3. (a) She spoke as if she had witnessed everything.
(b) So, it is high time we removed/eradicated illiteracy from the country.
(c) No sooner had he reached the centre than the examination started.
(d) The hill is too towering for anyone to climb.
(e) If you do not know how to swim, you may/will drown.
(f) Although may other things are changing now people are still quite polite towards foreigners.
(g) Many a student loses life even if the are not involved in politics.
(h) As soon as he turned up here we stood up as a part of showing respect.
(i) What distinguishes his work from others is his forms of writing.
(j) Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.
4. (a) soaring (b) has made (c) have gone (d) fixed (e) knows (f) will be (g) show (h) is sold (i) indicates (j)
creating (k) makes (l) fines (m) prevent (n) doing
5. Jim asked Della if she had cut her hair off. Della replied that she had cut it off and sold it. She also
asked him if he didn't like her just as well, anyhow. She remarked that she was she without her hair
and asked him if she was not so. He asked her if she said her hair was gone. Della said that he did
not have to look for. She also suggested jim that they should eat dinner.
6. (a) helplessly (b) to know (c) seeing me (d) her parents (e) quite (f) very (g) Reaching home (h) to
satisfy her hunger (i) local (j) whom
7. (a) However (b) As a result/Consequently (c) So (d) On the other hand/While (e) Later (f) And (g)
Previously (h) Therefore (i) But (j) Now/Nowadays (k) Besides/Moreover (l) Recently (m) As a result (n)
Inevitably
8. (a) Freedom/liberty/emancipation (b) loving/kind/generous/merciful (c) Genocide/mass killing (d)
cruel/inhuman/unkind (e) story/episode (f) areas/regions (g) smallest (h) dislocated (i) named/
known (j) enclosed/encompassed (k) field/region (l) finished/stopped/ended (m) flame/heat (n)
assassinated/murdered/stained/slaughtered
9. Up ahead, the traffic is jammed so close together that pedestrians are climbing over pickup trucks
and through empty rickshaws to cross the street. Two rows to my left is an ambulance, blue light
spinning uselessly. This is what the streets here look like from seven o'clock in the morning until ten
o'clock at night. If you're rich, you experience it from the back seat of a car. If you're poor, you're in a
rickshaw, breathing in the exhaust.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 20 SAVAR CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, SAVAR
PartA : Grammar
1. (a) by (b) for (c) with (d) with (e) to (f) from (g) through (h) of (i) in (j) of
2. (a) What's it like (b) as if (c) would rather (d) had better (e) has to (f) let alone (g) as soon as (h) What
if (i) was born (j) there
3. (a) It is high time the farmers produced crops all the year.
(b) He took a transfer certificate after he had decided to leave the city.
(c) Many patients have already died since the doctors are on a strike.
(d) Some patients are leaving hospitals because they are not served duly.
(e) We went to Mohera Jamindar Bari, Tangail so that we could spend a day in a historical place.
(f) After we had reached there we saw so many historical evident.
(g) As the place is important historically some students told that they had already visited the place.
(h) We have to face severe consequences if we fail to pass the last exams.
(i) The authority should provide relief materials to the poor people when they are affected by any
natural calamity.
(j) Hardly had the Principal announced when the students rushed to the canteen.
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4. (a) is managed (b) publishing (c) have (d) contribute (e) are contained (f) contains (g) gives (h) are
encouraged (i) provides (j) is (k) encourages (l) goes (m) makes (n) should have
5. The teacher asked Muna if she could stand in the sun for hours and sing. With a smile on her face,
Muna replied that she was used to it. She added that the freedom fighters gave us an independent
country is exchange of their lives for which standing in the hot sun and walking a long distance
didn't matter. Hearing this the teacher finally thanked her for her feeling and determination.
6. (a) altogether (b) proper (c) its (d) to a great extent (e) human (f) to fertilize (g) quite (h) their (i) bio
degradable/recyclable (j) consumption
7. (a) Truly speaking/Actually (b) Even (c) And (d) Yet (e) Besides (f) Moreover (g) Again (h) So (i) In fact
(j) However (k) Firstly (l) Besides (m) Moreover (n) So/That's why
8. (a) give/offer (b) facility/advantage (c) extensive/great (d) exclude (e) save (f) minor (g) exclusive (h)
visiting/moving (i) happen (j) repulsion (k) keep/sustain (l) patronize/subscribe/assist (m)
little/small (n) resident/house/dwelling
9. "Hello, Imtiaz. How are you.", said Robin.
"I'm fine," replied Imtiaz. What's about you.
"I'm fine too. But I'm in some troubles, dear," said Robin.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 21 SAFIUDDIN SARKER ACADEMY & COLLEGE, GAZIPUR

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) in (b) in (c) for (d) about/of (e) into (f) from (g) for (h) from (i) in (j) before
2. (a) I think (b) but (c) Scarcely had (d) let alone (e) nevertheless (f) not only...but also (g) call it a day
(h) read between the lines (i) Hence (j) lingua franca
3. (a) The postman who serves in the town puts on a khaki dress.
(b) But the postman who works in the village has no particular dress.
(c) The postman has a definite area where he has to go.
(d) He carries across his shoulders a bag containing letters, parcels, money orders and other postal
articles.
(e) He goes from one house to another and delivers letters, money orders etc to the proper address.
(f) If the postman is not loved, it is good evidence that the appreciation of their crucial role in
delivering letters, etc. is often overlooked.
(g) We should immediately decide to shift him to a hospital where he can get treatment, if he falls
sick.
(h) It is long since he was treated properly.
(i) The government should assist him lest he should lead a life of distress.
(j) We should treat him well so that he can feel that people care for him.
4. (a) is (b) inaugurated (c) marking (d) will carry (e) is going (f) will not (only) ease (g) will play (h) is
equipped (i) can complete (j) has taken (k) is (l) including (m) joined (n) will stimulate
5. Miranda said, "Oh Ferdinand! Don't work hard. My father is at his studies and you are safe for these
three hours. Please, rest yourself." Ferdinand replied. "My dear lady, I dare not rest. I have to finish
my work before I take my rest."
6. (a) strongly/sharply/immediately/instantly (b) notorious/ignoble (c) Pakistan (d) to blame/to
condemn (e) that (f) the mostly military ruled country (g) so/very (h) gradually/slowly (i) very (j) This
(k) seven (l) artificial (m) ten (n) national
7. (a) Rather (b) and (c) So (d) Actually (e) And/Hence (f) in fact (g) Rather (h) Moreover (i) Consequently
(j) Therefore (k) However (l) First (m) Second/Then (n) Finally.
8. (a) jinx/malediction (b) delay/hinder/impede (c) rational/factual/scientific/discerning (d) progressive
(e) assist (f) avoid/ignore/overlook (g) practical (h) involved (i) eradicate (j) illuminated (k)
dark/shadow (l) ignorant/uneducated (m) elite/gentry/upper class (n) all/entire/total
9. The King asked does it hop.
The King asked, "Does it hop?"
"God forbid," said the nephew.
"Does it still fly?"
"No."
"Does it still sing?"
"No."
"Does it screech if it isn't fed!"
"Bring it to me so that I can see it," said the king
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part
174 HSC English Second Paper

KEY TO MODEL TEST 22 BOGURA CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) through/for (b) of (c) of (d) against (e) to (f) of (g) in (h) after (i) of (j) in
2. (a) Would you mind (b) There (c) was born (d) have to (e) let alone (f) What does .... look like (g) would
rather (h) as soon as (i) had better (j) as if
3. (a) Speak the truth or you will not get honour.
(b) Though he is dull of hearing, his memory is very sharp.
(c) Danger comes when it is feared.
(d) If I had a camera, I would take some photos.
(e) The woman who got injured was taken to hospital.
(f) My grandfather often talks about the old day when he was young enough.
(g) I am driving fast so that we can reach timely.
(h) We should follow the lifestyle of bees to become successful in life
(i) Work carefully lest you should not get the reward.
(j) He behaves as though he were an MBBS.
4. (a) put (b) did (c) visited (d) had been filed/was filed (e) inquired (f) found (g) gave (h) were kept (i) are
(unjustly) imprisoned (j) set (k) purchased (l) freed (m) flying (n) Closing
5. Returning home, my mother said to me that my progress in studies was very slow and added that I
always moved about with a group of my friends. Then she asked me if I was not idling away my time
with them. She also asked me if I could not be more serious. I replied that I was very sorry and
promised to her that I would amend myself.
6. (a) significant/important (b) bookish/academic (c) to widen (d) daily/regularly (e) to know (f) Reading
newspaper (g) various/many/different (h) impartially/wisely (i) impartial (j) always
7. (a) In fact/Actually (b) But (c) And/However (d) Firstly (e) Secondly (f) Thirdly (g) As a result(h)
However/Obviously/No doubt (i) If (j) Therefore (k)At the same time (l) For example (m) Besides (n) In
fact/Basically/Actually
8. (a) origin/foundation (b) failure (c) path (d) work/employment (e) as/since (f) apprehend/understand
(g) vital/essential (h) disobey/defy (i) laws/principles (j) always (k) magic/mystery/key (l) unwanted
(m) sphere (n) future
9. Tourist : How old is the edifice, guide?
Guide : Madame, it's a 15th-century edifice.
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide : It was built by Akbar, the Emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh! I see.
Guide : Madame, we should move now. The sun is about to set. It would be dark soon.
Tourist : But we want to see more. Isn't the place safe?
Guide : Yes, it is safe. But the security does not allow anybody after sunset. If you want to stay for
some time, we need permission.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 23 BAF SHAHEEN COLLEGE, JASHORE

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) from (b) through (c) with (d) on (e) at (f) at (g) beyond (h) of (i) to (j) for
2. (a) would rather (b) have to (c) was born (d) as if (e) as soon as (f) there (g) What's it like (h) had better
(i) let alone (j) what does ... look like
3. (a) Since, he has no shelter he lives in a slum.
(b) Hardly had the result been published when he rushed to the college to know the result.
(c) I am use to getting up early in the morning.
(d) Climate change is so alarming that it has become a great concern to the world leaders.
(e) It is high time we stopped cutting down trees indiscriminately.
(f) As her economy depends on agriculture, agricultural production must be increased.
(g) Climbing the Everest is difficult and dangerous because it contains rock, ice, snow slopes etc.
(h) If I had known the matter, I would have told him it.
(i) He ran away lest he should be caught red-handed.
(j) There goes a proverb that a true gentleman is one who is never unintentionally rude.
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4. (a) joined (b) inspired (c) rasing/to raise (d) travel (e) performed (f) staging (g) is/has been (h) feels (i)
been (j) has (k) sang/used to sing (l) wishes (m) wants (n) covering
5. I asked Jerry if he had seen his mother. Jerry replied that he saw her every summer. He added that
she sent for him. I wanted to cry out and asked him why he was not with her and how she could let
him go away again. Jerry replied that she went up there from Manville whenever she could. He
added that she did not have a job then.
6. (a) future (b) much/largely (c) life/future (d) in this respect/about their responsibilities (e) valuable (f)
because of poverty/at all (g) to their studies (h) to succeed (i) hard (j) to succeed/to prosper
7. (a) So (b) But (c) However/Then (d) and (e) However (f) At that time (g) After (h) So,/Thus (i) In fact (j)
which/that (k) as (l) After/since (m) When (n) Finally/then
8. (a) always (b) stronger (c) encourage (d) upsetting/disappointing (e) keenness/eagerness (f)
skill/capability/competency (g) fancy (h) worst (i) failure (j) obtain/gain (k) unsuccessful/failed (l)
counselor/advisor (m) accompany/pioneer (n) kingdom/dominion
9. "What's your dream? Do you have any dream?" asked Zayed. "Yes, indeed," said Robi. My dream is a
full plate of rice, big pieces of chicken and sweets. Zayed and his friends were surprised. "Is that all?
Come on, I'm going to make your dream come true." Said Zayed. Robi couldn't believe his ears. "Was
he making fun of me? Playing a cruel game?" Robi thought.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 24 FENI GOVT. COLLEGE, FENI

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) into (b) off (c) of/for (d) beyond (e) from (f) with (g) of/from (h) by/beside (i) after (j) After
2. (a) has to (b) let alone (c) It (d) would rather (e) had better (f) What's .... like (g) was (not) born (h)
There (i) What does ..... look like (j) As soon as
3. (a) I worked hard although I was not fully fit for work.
(b) In case you are late, I am ready to wait for your arrival.
(c) You cannot go and pass your time there unless you possess a membership.
(d) If people drove slowly the number of accidents would decrease.
(e) I shall stay here until the rain stops.
(f) Folk music is a type of music which is originated from heart of the mass people.
(g) As W.B. Yeats is fed up with the business of city life, he likes to live in a hamlet.
(h) In our country, girls can be married off legally when they reach 18.
(i) Life should not be considered a bed of roses.
(j) The sooner they understand the fact the better it is for their children's future.
4. (a) working (b) can't exist (c) is seen (d) are irrigated (e) don't grow/can't be grown (f) is brought (g)
are built (h) are cut (i) live (j) are allowed (k) are (l) taking (m) has been made (n) to produce
5. As we shook hands, she advised me to follow her example and never to eat more than one thing for
luncheon. Then I retorted that I would do better than that and eat nothing for dinner that night.
Jumping into a cab, she cried gaily that I was a humorist, quite a humorist. Being complacent, I
remarked that I had had my revenge at last. I added that I did not believe I was a vindictive man yet
she weighed twenty one stone that day.
6. (a) the National Mausoleum (b) the (c) their (d) The (e) about/approximately (f) This (g) seven (h)
artificial (i) some (j) departed
7. (a) both (b) or (c) For example (d) So (e) along with/as well as (f) Only then (g) If (h) only/however (i)
then/and (j) But (k) If (l) On the other hand (m) Truely speaking/However (n) But
8. (a) difficulties (b) conflict (c) hope/prediction (d) implement (e) artificially (f) rewarded (g) poor/
impoverished (h) enjoyments (i) integrity (j) insincerity (k) impiety (l) economically (m) ease/pleasure
(n) sorrow/unhappiness
9. The superintendent said, "Nobody would drive in the fog." Jerry said, "I came just before bed time
last night and you hadn't come. So I brought Pat some of my breakfast this morning. I wouldn't have
let anything happen to him." "I was sure of that. I didn't worry," replied the authoress.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part
176 HSC English Second Paper

KEY TO MODEL TEST 25 CHATTOGRAM CANTONMENT PUBLIC COLLEGE

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) about (b) with (c) of (d) with (e) by/through (f) with (g) in (h) with (i) around/across (j) to
2. (a) It (b) let alone (c) as soon as (d) had better (e) There (f) was born (g) have to (h) What does ... look
like (i) would rather (j) What's it like
3. (a) Seeing the police he ran away lest he should get caught red-handed.
(b) They could not avail themselves of the full range of possibilities.
(c) He behaved as though he had become a mad.
(d) She read attentively in order that she had to succeed in life.
(e) Hardly had the leader finished his speech when the clash broke out.
(f) Mirjafor was a part of conspiracy but in front of Sirajuddaula he behaved as if he had been loyal
to the Nawab.
(g) As it is a difficult task, we should appoint none but him.
(h) He could have taken part in the exam if he had attended classes regularly .
(i) If you enjoyed the film, you would have liked the ending as well.
(j) We must work hard so that we can overcome them.
4. (a) go (b) will get/may get (c) should spend (d) be provided (e) need (f) be trained (g) be brought (h)
should take (i) is closed/gets closed (j) should be (k) to play (l) implementing (m) has (n) attend
5. The nobleman asked Sheikh Saadi with respect why he was putting the foods in his pocket and why
he didn't eat. Sheikh Saadi said that he was doing the right thing. He added that his dress deserved
those rich dishes. The nobleman apologized and added that he did not understand what he (Saadi)
meant to say. Saadi answered that some days ago he took shelter in that very house but his
(nobleman) servants showed sheer indifference to him (Saadi) as he (Saadi) was in ordinary dress on
that day. He further added that they were entertaining him with rich food since he was well-dressed
then. Thus, he claimed that he did not deserve those dishes.
6. (a) heavily (b) such (c) the second season of the year (d) At trines (e) the (f) their (g) Many (h) watery (i)
to go to school (j) idle
7. (a) with (b) that/which (c) due to (d) If (e) that (f) and/which (g) As a result (h) even (i)
consequently/As a result (j) So (k) which/that (l) Thus (m) as well as/along with (n) Otherwise
8. (a) laziness (b) completely (c) great/wise (d) failure/downfall (e) naturally (f) chronicle/record (g)
earned/gained (h) tirelessly (i) spending (j) pleasure (k) lazy (l) sulfer/dislike (m) result (n)
poverty/hardship
9. Student : May I come in, sir?
Teacher : Yes, come in.
Student : Thank you, sir.
Teacher : What can I do for you?
Student : Please make me clear on a grammatical point.
Teacher : Didn't you attend my class yesterday? I have made the point clear.
Student : Sir, I did not come.
Teacher : Why you must not miss any class? How can you expect good results?
Student : I'll try my best not to miss any class, sir.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 26 GOVT. SYED HATEM ALI COLLEGE, BARISHAL

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) by (c) in (d) by (e) to (f) to (g) at (h) of (i) to (j) of
2. (a) have to (b) ha better (c) as if (d) there (e) would rather (f) let alone (g) It (h) As soon as (i) was born
(j) what does .... look like
3. (a) It is high time we took steps to curb corruption.
(b) We study physics with a view to being technologically advanced.
(c) He is so brilliant that he can even teach his classmates.
(d) I studied hard lest I I should cut a sorry figure in the exam.
(e) I wish I could help them.
(f) I worked hard although I didn't need to.
(g) Yesterday I could not get up from bed on time because I went to bed late.
(h) No sooner had she confessed her guilt I forgave her.
(i) It was five years since we had last met.
(j) If I had had a camera, I would have captured the beautiful moment.
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4. (a) was (b) recorded (c) originated (d) was taken (e) carried (f) trading (g) have (h) is known (i) showing
(j) estimated (k) died (l) had (m) resulting (n) to recover
5. Laura asked what the matter was. She (L) again asked what had happened. Cook replied that there
had been a horrible accident. He added that a man was killed. Mom exclaimed with wonder and
asked where, how and when the man was killed. At this Laura asked if they were going to stop
everything. Mom cried in astonishment and asked Laura what she (L) meant by stopping everything.
Laura replied that she meant to stop the garden-party. Mom then told her dear Laura not to be so
absurd. She (M) then said that surely they couldn't do anything of the kind. She added that nobody
expected them to do that and forbade her to be extravagant.
6. (a) pleasing (b) very (c) a (d) only (e) flat (f) easily (g) its/her (h) to show sympathy (i) with a false smile
(j) A
7. (a) that (b) As a result (c) Once (d) And (e) So (f) Consequently (g) Hence (h) For this reason (i) And (j)
Suddenly (k) Therefore (l) But (m) So (n) Since then
8. (a) named (b) rarely (c) as (d) live (e) situation (f) besides/furthermore (g) short/brief (h) secondary (i)
cruise (j) drop/avoid (k) commodities (l) inability (m) disperse/abandon (n) difficultly
9. Arif : Hello! How are you, Zakia?
Zakia : Fine. What about you?
Arif : Well, I was a bit sick.
Zakia : Really! What happened?
Arif : Stomach upset. I had outside food. It troubles my stomach.
Zakia : That's why I always try to avoid outside food. They are unhygienic.
Arif : I'm not going to have it anymore.
Zakia : Anyway, you take care. Bye.
Arif : Bye.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 27 CANTT. PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, RANGPUR

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) for (c) of/for (d) of (e) of (f) in (g) of (h) with (i) with (j) with
2. (a) let alone (b) as if (c) have to (d) as soon as (e) what's it like (f) what does ... look like (g) unlikely (h)
read between the lines (i) shy of (j) lest
3. (a) If you take regular physical exercise, you will remain hale and hearty.
(b) They came to you with a view to getting help from you, but you scolded them without any
reason.
(c) Please wait here until I come back.
(d) If I had been hungry, I would have taken food.
(e) So, we should plant more and more trees.
(f) There goes a proverb that time and tide wait for none.
(g) Since the water of this bottle is not pure, we should avoid it.
(h) Yesterday when we went to their house, we found them quarrelling with each other.
(i) It is high time we took measures to stop air pollution.
(j) They did it so that our country might get freedom.
4. (a) returned (b) sitting (c) said (d) been (e) wasting (f) kept (g) appear (h) borrow (i) was not (j) had (k)
is (l) will not wait (m) to catch (n) to care
5. The stranger asked the boy if he (p) would tell him (s) the way to the nearest hotel. The boy replied
that he would. Then he asked him (s) if he wanted a residential one in which he could spend the
night. The stranger replied that he did not want to stay there but he only wanted a meal. Then the
boy told him to follow him.
6. (a) early (b) barefooted (c) on their shoulder (d) singing (e) their (f) religious (g) departed (h) cultural (i)
various (j) this
7. (a) In fact (b) But (c) However (d) Yet (e) For instance (f) in addition (g) Moreover (h) True to say (i)
Besides (j) Actually (k) Hence (l) but (m) Anyway (n) Therefore
8. (a) cheap (b) shine (c) allure/fascinate (d) inward (e) trace (f) attract (g) ugliness (h) fade (i)
impulse/inclination (j) immorality (k) disadvantage (l) brutal (m) personality/character (n) expose
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9. Son : Did you keep a diary during the liberation war?

Father : Yes, I did.
Son : Can I have a look at it?
Father : I'm afraid I've lost it.
Son : Can you remember anything about it?
Father : Yes, I remember one event. There were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night. You
wanted to look out but we didn't let you.
Son : Why?
Father : Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
Son : I can't remember anything.
Father : It's natural. No one can remember all from early childhood.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 28 ANANDA MOHAN COLLEGE, MYMENSINGH

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) with (b) to (c) on (d) of (e) of (f) on (g) from (h) to (i) by (j) in
2. (a) It (b) What does .... look like (c) had better (d) would rather (e) There (f) Would you mind (g) was
born (h) as if (i) As soon as (j) let alone
3. (a) If we fail to control sound pollution, it will cause damage to our ears.
(b) No sooner had I got down from the train than I lost my luggage.
(c) He opened a bank account so that he could save/keep the money in the bank.
(d) He came to my room while I was sleeping.
(e) The poem is too difficult for the students to understand.
(f) I wish I were a bird/I could fly in the sky.
(g) It is high time he gave up smoking.
(h) Life should not be considered a bed of roses.
(i) Though it rained yesterday, I went to the office.
(j) I studied hard lest I should fail to get the highest marks in the exam.
4. (a) is (b) inspires (c) is (d) impels (e) to sacrifice (f) makes (g) obeys (h) thinks (i) teaches (j) praised (k)
honoured (l) is (m) engages (n) causes
5. The two rats shouted and told the monkey to stop and added that he was eating all their bread. The
monkey told the rats that he was doing his best, however he had told them it was difficult. The rats
told the monkey to give them that little piece. The monkey replied that that was his piece and asked
if he had not done a lot of work for them. The rats exclaimed with sorrow that they were so foolish
believing him.
6. (a) the first black president of South Africa. (b) the (c) government (d) all (e) human (f) their (g) cruelly
(h) great (i) this (j) his
7. (a) who (b) because (c) but (d) that's why (e) which/that (f) rather (g) however (h) So/Therefore (i) whereas
(j) On the other hand/On the contrary (k) when (l) For This/So/Therefore (m) Besides (n) Thus
8. (a) ugliness/crudeness/roughness (b) depreciate/criticize/disregard (c) explore/detect/ invent/
unearth/reveal (d) enjoyable/satisfying/plasing (e) acquaintance (f) uncommon/rare/ unusual/
specific (g) conception/insight/intuition (h) watcher/observer/viewer (i) conceal/hide (j) failure/
defeat (k) area/room/spot/site (l) inequality/malpractice/inequity/discrimination (m) Theorist/
Sophist/Sage (n) insignificant/unimportant/trivial
9. Myself : Good morning, Rana. How are you?
Rana : I am so so. And you?
Myself : I am well. But why aren't you completely well?
Rana : In every examination, I'm cutting a sorry figure.
Myself : What's the reason? Don't you utilize your time properly?
Rana : I spend most of the time in watching TV.
Myself : Recreation is necessary. But spending too much time on this has no good side.
Rana : I don't feel bored in watching TV.
Myself : But as a student, you should study more and more.
Rana : Thank you for your good advice.
Myself : Welcome.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Some boys were playing (a)  a pond when they spotted a group (b)  frogs hopping and
swimming about (c)  the water. One (d)  the boys made a plan (e)  having fun (f)  the
cost of the frogs. The boys began to throw rocks (g)  the frogs and even compete (h)  each
other as to who could hit the most frogs. Sometimes the rocks hit the frogs so hard that they died.
Finally one frog hopped (i)  a lily pad. 'Please stop," he pleaded, "What may seem just fun to you
is death (j)  us".
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
have to what does... look like there would rather was born
what's it like as soon as had better let alone it
(a) It is autumn. They  make a journey by boat than a journey by train.
(b) If you don't want to miss the bus, start  possible. Otherwise, you will have to wait 2 hours
for the next bus.
(c) The authoress:  your mother , Jerry?
(d)  appears that there has been an accident.
(e) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist, playwright and filmmaker. He  on 13
November 1948.
(f) His income is very poor. He cannot buy an ordinary watch,  a costly one.
(g) I have no idea of  going on a long drive. I had never such occasion in my life.
(h) Our society is full of bad persons. We  remain aware of them.
(i) It is a popular restaurant. We  reserve a table.
(j)  was a time when people used to travel by walking or riding on animals. But at present a
revolutionary change has taken place in the transport system.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) You are very much disrespectful to your elders. Unless you change this behaviour, .
(b) You are making a long journey. Keep your phone turned on in case .
(c) She received a letter. She was so angry that .
(d) The meeting starts at 3 pm. I think it's very likely that .
(e) I have good terms with her. I have often written to her. Now, I have stopped writing, because .
(f) Don't you think it's time you found a job? It's six months since !
(g) I wish I didn't speak a madam like that. You know how .
(h) It was the story of my teenage. My friends always teased me because of .
(i) Jamaluddin is a fisherman by profession. He is the man whom .
(j) Despite the fact that he worked very hard . He was rather disappointed.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Road mishap (a)  (happen) in our country almost everyday. Recently it (b)  (rise) to an
alarming rate (c)  (take) a heavy toll of human lives. The members of a family (d)  (remain)
anxious if someone (e)  (travel) in a bus. In most cases, reckless driving (f)  (cause) road
accidents. The drivers (g)  (be) in the habit of (h)  (violate) traffic rules. Road accidents can be
(i)  (lessen) if the drivers (j)  (drive) their vehicles carefully. People should be conscious in this
respect. While (k)  (cross) the road, they should be careful. Some people travel (l)  (climb) in
the roof of the buses and trains. Traffic rules must be (m)  (maintain) strictly with a view to (n)
 (control) road accidents.
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5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7

Napoleon asked the English boy why he was making such a small boat. The boy replied that he
hadn't seen his mother for a long time. He added that he would go to his country by that boat to see
her. Napoleon then asked him where she lived. The boy replied that his mother lived in the country
on the other side of the sea and requested him that he might be allowed to go there.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Blackberry is a (a)  (Pre-modify the noun) fruit. It is popular for use in desserts, jams, (b) 
(Pre-modify the noun) jelly and sometimes wine. It is (c)  (Pre-modify the verb) mixed with apples
for pies and crumbles. Blackberries are (d)  (Pre-modify the verb) used to produce candy. We
should grow blackberries widely. Blackberries are grown (e)  (Post-modify the verb) all over (f)
 (Use determiner to pre-modify the noun phrase) United kingdom and Ireland. They are an (g)
 (Pre-modify the noun) element in the ecology of (h)  (Use demonstrative to pre-modify the
noun) countries. Harvesting blackberries is a popular pastime in those countries. However, it is also
considered an (i)  (Pre-modify the noun) weed, sending down its strong suckering roots amongst
garden hedges and shrubs. In some parts of the world, such as in Australia, Chile, New Zealand and
the Pacific Northwest or North America, (j)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the noun phrase)
blackberry species are naturalised and considered an invasive species and a serious weed.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Time and tide wait for none, (a)  once it gets lost can never be recovered. (b)  no one can stop
the onward march of time. (c)  we waste is thoughtlessly. (d) , we should not waste a single
moment in vain. (e)  we should make proper use of every single moment of time. (f)  the
students should understand the value of time. (g)  It is a matter of great regret that some of the
students pass their valuable time in Facebook. (h)  they kill their time. (i)  they cannot
prepare their lessons well. (j)  they always have a poor preparation for their examination. (k) 
they cannot do well in the examination. (l)  they do not stop wasting time. (m)  they continue
to waste their time using Facebook (n)  it is too late for them.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below and
make sentences with them. 0.5  14 = 7
The process of globalization obviously requires a common language for international communication.
For many different reasons, English has achieved the prestige of being that language. As a result, it
has crossed national borders to reach people who speak other languages. It is no longer the unique
possession of British or American people, but a language that belongs to the world's people. In fact,
bilingual and multilingual users of English far outnumber its monolingual native speakers. This
phenomenon has led to a bewildering variety of English around the world. As more and more people
speak English, more and more varieties have emerged which are strongly influenced by the
pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the respective mother-tongues. World English has now moved
away from the control of the native speakers. However, the question of British or American English is
not so important now. Today's slogan is mutual intelligibility among users of the language.
(a) obviously (synonym) (f) variety (synonym) (k) speaker (antonym)
(b) prestige (synonym) (g) emerge (antonym) (l) question (antonym)
(c) national (synonym) (h) strongly (antonym) (m) important (synonym)
(d) unique (antonym) (i) influence (synonym) (n) intelligibility (antonym)
(e) native (antonym) (j) control (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Kamal : Hello Jamal. have you ever been to Cox's Bazar
Jamal : No I have not. but I wish to go there during my next vacation
Kamal : When will your vacation start
Jamal : Any time in next december. either during the first week or 2nd week.
Kamal : You see I have also not been there Will you allow me to accompany you
Jamal : why not? i would rather love to.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. As you are a student, you attend classes regularly. But your classrooms are overcrowded. Now,
write an application to the principal of your college to provide sound system in large
classrooms. 10
11. Write a descriptive paragraph on 'Our National Flag'. Use 200 words. 15
12. Write a cause-and-effect paragraph on 'Indiscriminate Cutting of Trees'. Briefly point out the
causes of this large-scale deforestation and its effect on our environment. Use 200 words. 15
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Ban-Ki-Moon who is the Secretary General (a)  the UN came (b)  Bangladesh (c)  Sunday
evening (d)  a three-day visit. He is one (e)  the most successful Secretary Generals (f) 
the UN. He came to Bangladesh with a view to attending the conferences (g)  Climate Vulnerable
Forum. Besides attending the conference he paid a visit (h)  a community clinic (i) 
Moulvibazar. Bangladesh State Minister for Women and Child Affairs received him (j)  the
airport.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born there What does .... look like would rather As soon as
What's it like have to it let alone had better
(a) Nelson Mandela was the former President of South Africa. This great leader  in 1918 in
South Africa.
(b) He  save up than spend all his money. He is honest and sincere.
(c)  was a stormy night. It was raining also.
(d) I cannot ride a bike,  car. I have no money to buy any of these two things.
(e) You cannot wear shorts and a t-shirt to a job interview. You  change clothes before you go.
(f)  playing in a local team? You seem to be bored playing with the team.
(g) You  cross the river at this moment. The river is very calm now.
(h)  flows a river by our village. We often swim in it.
(i) The storm was raging violently. We got out  it abated.
(j) Father,  a ghost ?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Nipu knows a little bit of everything, but he does not have a deep knowledge about anything. He
is jack of all trades, but .
(b) Bangladesh is blessed with rivers. In spite of that, we do not get water from them during the dry
season because we .
(c) Procrastination is the thief of time. I have done it intentionally because .
(d)  your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them. I was a victim of
circumstances.
(e) One is supposed to accumulate wealth without sticking to a particular vocation. If I had more
time .
(f) Colleges and universities are often closed down so that .
(g) Be lenient if you .
(h) It is five years since . We always pray for her.
(i) Bangladesh is one of the worst victims of climate change. The hotter the climate .
(j) I think who are untidy in their lifestyle .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Cramming (a)  (be) a crime. It (b)  (smash) the creativity of a student. The arena of learning
by heart has (c)  (shrink). Our students have (d)  (grow) habituated to a gadget life i.e.
copying and pasting, not (e)  (learn) by themselves and from life and nature. They (f)  (try) to
analyze anything and (g)  (quote) from memory. Our very education system is yet (h)  (be)
able (i)  (bring) all the students into the bower of creative learning. New ideas (j)  (borrow)
from a certain corner of the world (k)  (test) on them. Consequently, our creative minds, in some
respects, (l)  (waste). So, our very education system needs to (m)  (update) with options for
students (n)  (visualize) the dawn of a new beginning.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
The old man said, "Can you give me some food? I have been starving for two days". The maid said,
"Why do you beg? Can't you work"? "No, I am unable to work" said the man.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Kabir is (a)  (Use determiner to pre-modify the noun phrase) ideal student. He prepares (b) 
(Use possessive to pre-modify the noun) lesson in collaboration with his teachers. He does (c) 
(Post-modify the verb) in every examination as he does not waste time. He knows time once lost is
lost forever. So, he utilizes every moment. During his free time, he goes to his native village. He
teaches (d)  (Pre-modify the noun) people. He wants (e)  (Use an infinitive phrase to post-
modify the verb) from his village. (f)  (Use present participle to pre-modify the verb) illiteracy from
his village, he wants to bring about massive development here. He is (g)  (Use an intensifier to
pre-modify the adjective) devoted to God. He says prayer (h)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the
noun) times a day. He never tells a lie. He respects his parents very much. Other superiors are also
respected by him. His father, (i) , (Post-modify the noun phrase with an appositive) supports him
cordially. His mother, an ideal housewife, (j)  (Pre-modify the verb) supports him very much.
Such a student like Kabir is rarely found nowadays.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Students have certain duties towards the country. (a)  they must contribute to the eradication of
illiteracy. During the vacation they can go to villages (b)  teach the illiterate people. (c)  they
can make a literate nation (d)  ensure a considerable development. (e)  the students have to
create awareness among the common people about the basic rules of health and sanitation. (f)  it
will have an enormous effect on the overall development of the country. (g)  the students should
teach the illiterate farmers about the scientific method of cultivation (h) . The students should
take part in voluntary service (i)  the crisis period of the country. (j)  the students should
prepare themselves as the leaders of the country. They must be serious in this matter, (k)  they
will fail to prepare themselves. (l)  the country will not see light of development. (m)  the
students are the most vital element of a country (n)  their development means the development
of the country.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below and
make sentences with them. 0.5  14 = 7
Smoking is a very bad habit. It is a dangerous habit too. It is so dangerous and mortifying that it
may cause cancer, heart attack, high blood pressure chronic troubles and other serious diseases.
Smoking tobacco products is a major health hazard. One puff of cigarette smoke contains fifteen
billion particles of extremely poisonous things such as nicotine, methyl alcohol, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, arsenic and several other acids. These are all really very fatal and injurious to health.
Nicotine constricts the size of blood-vessels which impedes the normal flow of blood and oxygen in
the body. It causes the heart to beat faster. Arsenic and tobacco tar are cancer-causing agents in
animals and human beings. Tobacco tar forms a brown sticky mass inside the lungs and it hinders
the easy flow of blood. In short, the dangers of smoking are quite unlimited and all should avoid it to
live a happy and peaceful life.
(a) dangerous (synonym) (f) fatal (antonym) (k) inside (antonym)
(b) mortifying (antonym) (g) injurious (synonym) (l) hinder (synonym)
(c) hazard (synonym) (h) impede (antonym) (m) short (antonym)
(d) contain (synonym) (i) normal (synonym) (n) unlimited (antonym)
(e) extremely (antonym) (j) agent (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
you look a little bit like my mother he said. But you were only four jerry when you came here. "do
you remember her face all these years" "my mother lives in mannville." "have you seen her lately" i
said
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are the secretary of the internet library club of your college. Now, read the
following e-mail sent by an internet service providing company and write a reply requesting
the company manager to provide you with internet facilities for the upgradation of your
library. 10
11. Write a listing paragraph on "Uses of Internet" within 200 words. 15
12. Write a cause and effect paragraph on "Water Pollution" within 200 words. 15
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Do you have any idea (a)  a cyber cafe? It is a place teeming (b)  information. It is a network
(c)  all networks. It is a place (d)  computers (e)  which customers can use the internet
and send e-mails and so on. A cyber cafe is closely associated (f)  internet communication
system. A customer sitting (g)  the cafe can communicate (h)  people (i)  the world. In
fact, a cyber cafe is not prejudicial (j)  our development.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
let alone what's it like there what does... look like would rather
have to as soon as had better was born it
(a) Students  be confident to struggle in life.
(b) You don't know how poor he is. He cannot buy a fan,  an air conditioner.
(c) Karim :  the sculpture ?
(d) He is an honest man and  is known to all.
(e) I  buy this house. Really the house is very cute.
(f) It is a great sin to tell a lie. I  die than tell a lie.
(g)  living an isolated life? I never believe in isolation. I believe in association.
(h) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He  in 1920 in Gopalganj.
(i) The boy was making a noise in the class. But  the teacher entered the class, he kept quiet.
(j)  is no fish in the pond. It is used as swimming pool.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) John is fond of reading. Whenever he goes to the book fair, . He has a good collection of
books now.
(b) Smoking is detrimental to health. It is high time you .
(c) The students saw the teacher. No sooner had the teacher entered the classroom than .
(d) Birds fly in the sky. I wish I .
(e) My mother was a philanthropist. She loved to live among the poor villagers so that .
(f) Samia is good at all of her subjects except English. She cannot compete with her classmates
because of .
(g) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we .
(h) I don't have enough money. Had I been a rich man, .
(i) Death is inevitable. There is nobody who .
(j) Boys, I'm going to discuss an important topic today. Be attentive to my lecture, otherwise .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Trees contribute a lot (a)  (maintain) ecological balance. A month-long tree fair (b)  (begin) in
Kurigram stadium recently. It (c)  (organize) by the local administration and the Department of
Social Forestation. The fair (d)  (inaugurate) yesterday by the DC of Kurigram. It was also (e) 
(address) by other speakers who (f)  (emphasize) the need for (g)  (plant) more trees. The chief
guest in his speech (h)  (put) importance on planting trees so that we (i)  (save) our
environment from other effects of climate change and natural disasters. A huge procession (j) 
(parade) the streets of the town after the inauguration. Various government and non-government
organizations (k)  (set) up stalls (l)  (display) saplings of different varieties. Cultural functions
(m)  (arrange) every night (n)  (inspire) people to plant trees.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"Will you buy my hair?" asked Della. "I buy hair," said Madame. "Take your hat off and let's have a
sight at the looks of it." "Twenty dollars," said Madame, lifting the mass with a practiced hand. "Give
it to me quick," said Della.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Kazi Nazrul Islam is called the Shelley of Bengali Literature. He was a (a)  (pre-modify the noun)
poet. He wrote (b)  (post-modify the verb) in every branch of Bengali Literature. Nazrul, (c) 
(use an appositive), won the attention of everyone in his early childhood. He wrote ceaselessly until
the death of (d)  (use possessive pronoun) poetic flair. He composed his songs (e)  (use an
infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). His songs are (f)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the
adjective) melodious. He enriched the Bengali Literature (g)  (use an adverb to pre-modify the
verb). His literary works have enriched (h)  (use a noun adjective) literature. He was (i)  (use
an article) secular poet. He sang the songs of equality (j)  (use an adverbial phrase).
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7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Time (a)  tide wait for none. (b)  no one can stop the onward march of time. (c) , we
should not waste a single moment in vain. (d)  we should make proper use of every single
moment of time. (e)  the students should understand the value of time. (f)  it is a matter of
great regret (g)  some of the students pass their valuable time in Facebook. (h)  they kill their
time. (i)  they cannot prepare their lessons well. (j)  they always have a poor preparation for
their examination. (k)  they cannot do well in the examination. (l)  they do not stop wasting
time. (m)  they continue to waste their time using Facebook (n)  it is too late for them.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Books are men's best friends in life. You may have many good friends but you do not find them when
you need them. They may not always come to you with sympathy. Some may prove true or some may
prove false and do you much harm. But books are always ready to be by your side. Some books will
make you laugh, some others will give you much pleasure. Again some books will bring new
knowledge and ideas. They are ever friends throughout your life.
(a) friend (antonym) (f) false (antonym) (k) pleasure (synonym)
(b) need (antonym) (g) harm (antonym) (l) bring (synonym)
(c) sympathy (synonym) (h) ready (antonym) (m) knowledge (synonym)
(d) true (antonym) (i) laugh (antonym) (n) idea (synonym)
(e) prove (synonym) (j) give (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Bindu : Do you read newspaper regularly hema?
Hema : Yes I do what about you?
Bindu : To tell you frankly I do not read newspaper regularly.
Hema : Why you get enough time.
Bindu : I do but I do not like. moreover I think it is a wastage of time.
Hema : strange why do you think so?
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Balaka, an insolvent student of class XII. Recently the Chairman of your
Education Board has come to your college on an inspection. Write an application to him for a
stipend. 10
11. Now-a-days, Pahela Baishakh has become a part of our national history, culture and tradition.
Write a descriptive paragraph in about 200 words on "The Celebration of Pahela Baishakh"
showing its significance. 15
12. Write a cause and effect paragraph on "Environment Pollution" within 200 words. 15

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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
There are some people in the society who always criticize others. These people mock (a)  you
without considering whether your work is conducive (b)  the society. Should you pay heed (c)
 them? You need not be shocked (d)  their criticism, because they are envious (e)  you
and your good action or are accustomed (f)  continuing this practice. Therefore, a man (g) 
sound wisdom will not discontinue his benevolent activities seeing others finding fault (h)  him.
On the contrary, he will derive a lesson (j)  their criticism and thereby stick (j)  his plan even
more passionately.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
would rather let alone was born there have to
It what's it like what does ... look like As soon as had better
(a) Sir Jogodish Chandro Bose, a Bengali polymath, physicist and biologist,  on 30 November
1858.
(b) I am very tired. I  take rest.
(c) A :  a satellite ?
B : I have heard of it but never got a chance to see it.
(d) Everybody respects him very much.  is no other person as honest as he in our village.
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(e)  getting GPA-5 in the exam? You have got it in the SSC and HSC exam.
(f) I have a severe headache. I  go and see a doctor.
(g) He was a kind-hearted man. He  spend his money for the poor than save it.
(h)  the man entered the station, the train left. He ran as fast as he could to get into the train
but in vain.
(i) He is eating voraciously.  seems that he is very hungry.
(j) He cannot express his ideas in Bangla,  in English. He is not studious at all.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) He would have repaired the car himself if . It's unfortunate that the tools are in the garage.
(b) If I hadn't practised . This is why I always ask you to practice before playing any game.
(c) My cousin, Rima is going to Cox's Bazar on vacation. If I were she, I .
(d) Bangladesh is one of the worst victims of climate change. The climate is getting hotter because
of .
(e) Whenever I go out for a walk, . I know many people don't like this.
(f) Deserts always attracted me. I longed to live . But alas! Here I am in a Godforsaken North
Pole.
(g) The shoes were so expensive that . I did not have sufficient money with me.
(h) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to . The organizers should have arranged
sound system.
(i) It is time  foreign music as it enhances cultural aggression.
(j) Sajek was a new place for us. We hired a guide so that .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Men (a)  (travel) ever since they first (b)  (appear) on the earth. In primitive time, they not (c)
 (travel) for pleasure but to find new places. They (d)  (protect) themselves with simple
weapons. Their journeys (e)  (be) long tiring and often dangerous. Being intelligent, they soon (f)
 (discover) easier ways of travelling. They (g)  (ride) on the backs of their domestic animals.
They (h)  (make) boat and used it to travel across water. Travelling, of course, has now (i) 
(become) a highly organised business. There are vehicles which (j)  (provide) us with comforts
and security. If we (k)  (want) to go abroad, we (l)  (need) a passport and a visa. If we (m) 
(lose) any of them, our journey may (n)  (ruin).
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"Where are you going?" said the merchant. "I was coming to see you.'' "What do you want?" "To earn
my bread by the sweat of my brows." "Do you really want work?" said the merchant. "Yes, if you have
any." "Then follow me and carry a box from a shop to my house." "I do not see how I can do that,"
said the youth.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
People do not eat the (a)  (pre-modify the noun) food all over the world. The food habits of a
country depend on (b)  (pre-modify the noun) position, climate and soil. That is why, the kinds of
food that people eat depend on what they grow, or afford (c)  (post-modify the verb with an
infinitive) from other countries. For example, people (d)  (post-modify the noun with present
participle) in the tropical regions eat corns, rice, fruits and vegetables. Bangladesh is a (e)  (pre-
modify the noun) country, so it grows these foods. Japan, (f)  (use an appositive), depends on
seas for food. They eat a lot of (g)  (pre-modify the noun with a noun adjective) food. The Eskimos
eat (h)  (pre-modify the noun) meat, and fish as they cannot grow anything. The Australians
raise livestock (i)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive). They also have (j)  (pre-modify the
noun) pastures for grazing livestock.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Addiction means strong attraction for any harmful thing. (a)  drug addiction means taking
heroin, opium, marijuana, morphine, cocaine, phensidyl, etc. (b)  these drugs are used for
intoxicating and stimulating effects. (c)  some of these are taken by smoking or through
injection. (d)  these drugs are taken frequently, it can lead a man to death. Drug addiction is, (e)
, a global problem. (f)  it has grasped the young generation of our country. (g)  drugs are
very expensive. (h)  the young boys commit crime to collect money. (i)  drugs have a terrible
effect on human body. (j)  people feel drowsy and lose appetite. (k)  it may damage the brain
and all internal function of the body. (l)  the treatment of the drug addicts is expensive and
difficult. (m)  in Bangladesh, the problem had become so acute. (n)  awareness must be
created at personal and family levels against the dangerous impact of drug addiction among the
youth.
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8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Formalin is a very toxic chemical widely used as the preservative of foodstuffs like fish, milk, fruit,
vegetables etc. Once formalin is added to any foodstuff, it cannot be easily removed. Even washing
with hot water is not effective to make food safe. So, our people are exposed to the high risk of
formalin intoxication. But ingestion of a little amount of formalin can immediately cause serious
injury to our digestive system. Long term use of this poison certainly leads one to death. So strict
action must be taken against those who are ruining our nation by poisoning our foodstuffs.
(a) toxic (synonym) (f) high (synonym) (k) injury (synonym)
(b) widely (antonym) (g) intoxication (synonym) (l) certainly (antonym)
(c) preservative (synonym) (h) ingestion (synonym) (m) strict (antonym)
(d) remove (synonym) (i) amount (synonym) (n) ruin (synonym)
(e) effective (antonym) (j) immediately (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Old man : The cat will be all right I am sure There is no need to be unquiet about the cat.
I : Did you leave the dove case unlocked
Old man : Yes
I : Then theyll fly.
Old man : Yes certainly theyll fly
I : Strange
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Write a letter to the District Commissioner asking him to make proper arrangement for
sending relief for the flood affected people of your locality. 10
11. Write a descriptive paragraph on "Self-Employment". Use 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting "Online Classes and Traditional Classes" in
perspective of Bangladesh. Use 200 words. 15

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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A good student is never indifferent (a)  his studies. He always adheres (b)  his studies. He
does not learn things (c)  rote. He does not hunt (d)  guide books. Moreover, he has great
thirst (e)  knowledge. For this he does not confine himself (f)  the bookish knowledge. He is
always aware (g)  the current affairs (h)  world. He abides (i)  his teachers' advice and
jots (j)  their lecture.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there it had better let alone was born
what does... look like have to what's it like as soon as would rather
(a) Our society is full of bad persons. We  remain aware of them.
(b) I  just have a cold soft drink. I won't be able to sleep otherwise.
(c) We informed the police  the incident took place. But the police didn't arrive even after two
hours.
(d) Tagore  in 1861. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1913.
(e) She  die than give a speech.
(f) Motin's father is a low paid service holder. He has no ability to buy a bi-cycle for his son,  a
motor bike.
(g) I've never travelled by air.  travelling in the sky?
(h)  should be a charitable hospital in the village.
(i)  a hare ? I have never seen any hare.
(j)  so happens that he spends the whole night at his office.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Though it was a difficult task, 
(b) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time for us .
(c) English is an international language. Would that 
(d) If I had much money, 
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(e) There goes a proverb that . So, you have to make friendship with a gentleman.
(f) Hardly had he seen his friend 
(g) It was a long time since we 
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to .
(i) He went to a doctor. The doctor asked him what .
(j) My name is Emon. May I know what ?
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Lakshmipur Govt. Girls’ High School is (a)  (situate) at the heart of Lakshmipur district. It (b)
 (establish) in 1998 with a view to (c)  (spread) female education in this rural area. It (d) 
(be) nationalized in 1984. Since then, this institution (e)  (play) pioneering role in imparting
female education. It is a double shift school which (f)  (start) at 7.30 am. and (g)  (break) up
at five pm. This school (h)  (have) about thirteen hundred students and roughly thirty teachers.
There is severe shortage of teachers in this school but the existing teachers (i)  (work) relentlessly
for ensuring proper teaching for the students. The students of this famous school not only (j) 
(study) well but also actively (k)  (participate) in extracurricular activities like debate, recitation,
music, quiz, games and sports etc. even, multimedia class has been (l)  (take) here regularly in
order to (m)  (make) the subject knowledge easier, enjoyable and better understandable.
Recently, this well-known institute (n)  (receive) the Best School Award for its outstanding JSC
and SSC result.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
My brothers,
I stand before you today with a heart overflowing with grief. You are fully aware of the events that are
going on and understand their import. We have been trying to do our best to cope with the
situtaiton. And yet, unfortunately, the streets of Dhaka, Chattogram, Khulna, Rajshahi and Rangpur
are awash with the blood of our brothers. The people of Bengal now want to be free, the people of
Bengal now want to live, and the people of Bengal now want their rights.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
St. Martin's Island, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive), is about 9 km south of the tip
of the Cox's Bazar-Teknaf peninsula. It is the (b)  (pre-modify the noun phrase) coral island in
Bangladesh. It is about 8 km west of (c)  (use article to pre-modify the noun) northwest coast of
Myanmar at the mouth of the Naf River. The (d)  (use adjective to pre-modify the noun phrase)
name of the island is Narikel Jinjira meaning 'coconut island' in Bangla. St. Martin's Island has
become a popular (e)  (use a noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun) spot. Three shipping liners
run (f)  (use adjective to pre-modify the noun) trips to the island. (g)  (use a demonstrative to
pre-modify the noun) liners are Kutubdia, Sea-Truck and Keary Sindabad. Tourists can book (h) 
(use possessive to pre-modify the noun) trip either from Chattogram or from Cox's Bazar. The island
is home to a (i)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) of endangered species of turtles as well
as the corals some of which are found only on (j)  (use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun)
island.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Truthfulness is the greatest and most important of all human virtues. It is important to build up the
character of a man. A man (a)  character is not good is not loved by anybody, (b)  we should
always speak the truth. Our society cannot exist (c)  we all be liars. A truthful man keeps his
word. (d) , people depend upon (e)  he says. They give him responsible work. He is not afraid
of anybody. He may be poor, (f)  he lives a peaceful and happy life, because he. knows (g)  he
is pure in mind and he is right, (h) , the word of a truthful man has great value. (i)  his
words carry more weight than documents. A truthful man, (j) ——, has a clear conscience and does
not fear anybody. (k)  his mind is free from anxiety (l)  constantly troubles a liar, (m)  his
enemies respect him, (n)  his respect is more important than any costly jewel.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Formalin is a very toxic chemical which is widely used in fish and fish products, fruits and
vegetables with a view to preserving them for a long time. If formalin is added to any food stuff once,
it can't be eradicated easily. Even washing with hot water is not effective enough to make food save.
So, our people are exposed to the high risk of formalin intoxication. The use of formalin and other
poisonous substances in food products produces various alarming diseases like liver cirrhosis,
cancer etc. Long term use of formalin certainly leads one to death. The criminals related to this
ghastly crime deserve severe punishment. So stern action should be taken against those who are
ruining our nation by poisoning our food stuffs.
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(a) toxic (synonym) (f) effective (antonym) (k) certainly (antonym)

(b) widely (synonym) (g) high (synonym) (l) ghastly (antonym)
(c) product (synonym) (h) poisonous (synonym) (m) punishment (antonym)
(d) preserve (synonym) (i) various (synonym) (n) ruin (synonym)
(e) eradicate (synonym) (j) disease (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Follow my example she said as we shook hand and never eat more than one thing for luncheon.
Ill do better than that I retorted Ill eat nothing for dinner tonight. Humorist she cried gaily, jumping
into a cab youre quite a humorist. [Feni Govt. College, Feni2019]

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10. Suppose, you are a representative of the students of New Govt. Degree College, Rajshahi. On
behalf of the students, write an application to the principal of your college to set up a
debating club in your college. 10
11. Write a descriptive paragraph in about 200 words on "A Village Fair. 15
12. Write a paragraph on "Food Adulteration" showing its causes, effects and solution. Use 200
words. 15

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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
One day the Czar of Russia was walking alone through the busy streets (a)  Moscow. He had
nobody to guard (b)  him. He went out to know (c)  his people. Suddenly the Czar saw a tired
man. He was dragging a handcart (d)  the snowy street. There was a coffin (e)  it (f) 
burial. The Czar came to know that it was the dead body (g)  a poor soldier. He was sad to think
that the brave soldier laid down his life (h)  the sake (i)  the country. So he shouldn't be
buried unhonoured. So he followed the dead body (j)  the grave.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better would rather was born what's it like as soon as
it let alone what does... look like has to there
(a) I  lead a simple life than earn a lot of money illegally and lead an aristocratic life. I always
hate corruption and the corrupt.
(b) You can't speak Bangla,  English.
(c) Rahim is meritorious but poor. He  do a private tuition in the afternoon to afford his
educational expenses.
(d) Everyone  work for the development of his country, so do I.
(e) While taking exam, students should check if they have attempted all the questions  they
finish writings. But unfortunately some students do not do it.
(f)  is 11 pm. I cannot talk to you anymore. I feel sleepy.
(g) I have never seen the National Memorial at Savar.  it ?
(h) Nazrul  in much hardship but it could not suppress the wild spirit of him.
(i)  are many tigers in the Sundarbans.
(j)  riding bicycle in the road? You seem to be very excited doing it.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) We had to cross a small river on the way to our village. We hired a boat so that .
(b) He writes very slowly.  so slow that he cannot finish his examination in time.
(c) Dhaka is one  of the world. It has a population larger than many other countries of the
world.
(d) Kazi Nazrul Islam is the national poet of Bangladesh. His poems  to fight for the
independence of the country.
(e) The tortoise was too slow to win the race with a hare, but eventually it won the race because
"Slow and steady  ".
(f) You never speak the truth. I will not accompany you unless you .
(g) He did not ask for my help. I would have helped him if he .
(h) It was really surprising to all of us. She attended the party though no one .
(i) We must help the needy when they come to us with a view to .
(j) The boy  when a beggar came to him and wanted some food from him.
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4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Most of the people who (a)  (appear) most often and most gloriously in the pages of history (b)
 (be) great conquerors and generals and soldiers, whereas the people who really (c)  (help)
civilization forward are often never (d)  (mention) at all. We (e)  (not know) who first (f) 
(set) a broken leg, or (g)  (launch) a sea worthy boat or (h)  (calculate) the length of a year,
but we (i)  (know) all about the killers and destroyers. People (j)  (think) a great deal of them,
so much so that on all the highest pillars in the great cities of the world you (k)  (find) figures of
a conqueror or a general or a soldier. And I think that most people (l)  (believe) that the greatest
countries are those that (m)  (beat) in the battle the greatest number of countries and (n) 
(rule) over them as conquerors.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
Mrs. Rahman told Mrs. Karim that she (R) was sorry to bother her (K) so early. Mrs. Karim said that
it was okay and asked her (R) what had happened. Then Mrs. Rahman asked her (K) if she (K) could
tell her (R) how she could (R) get hold of a doctor. Mrs. Karim replied that there was a Health Centre
about ten minutes' walk away and asked her (R) why she (R) needed a doctor. Mrs. Rahman replied
that their daughter Anna wasn't very well that morning and she was bit worried for her (A).
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Garlic is (a)  (Pre-modify the verb) used around the world for (b)  (Use possessive to pre-
modify the noun phrase) pungent flavour as a seasoning or condiment. The garlic plant's bulb is the
(c)  (Use superlative form of adverb to pre-modify the verb) used part of the plant. With the
exception of the single close types, garlic bulbs are (d)  (Pre-modify the verb) divided into
numerous fleshy sections called cloves. Garlic cloves are used for consumption or for (e)  (Pre-
modify the noun) purposes. They have a (f)  (Pre-modify the noun phrase) pungent, spicy flavour
that mellows and sweetens (g)  (Post-modify the verb) with cooking. (h)  (Use determiner to
pre-modify the noun) parts of the garlic plant are (i)  (Pre-modify the adjective) edible. The leaves
and flowers on the head are (j)  (Pre-modify the verb) eaten. Garlic may be applied to different
kinds of bread to create a variety of classic dishes, such as garlic bread, garlic toast, bruchetta,
crostini, oils can be flavoured with garlic cloves. These infused oils are used to season all categories
of vegetables, meats, breads and pasta. In some cuisines, the young bulbs are pickled for three to six
weeks in a mixture of sugar, salt and spices.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Mobile phone has added a new dimension in our communication system. (a)  It has made the
world closer to us, (b)  it has made worldwide communication easier. (c)  we use it for our
day to day communication. (d) , it has been a part and parcel in our life (e)  we cannot go for
a single day without using it. We use it for rapid communication. (f) , mobile phone is not free
from defect. It has some negative sides (g) . (h) , excessive use of mobile phone may damage
our hearing power. (i) , it is a means of money wastage. (j) , it is seen that many underworld
crimes are being done with the use of mobile network. (k) , the radiation from mobile phone may
cause cancer to the users. (l) , we are not aware of these harmful effects. (m) , we are not
aware of using the mobile phone. (n) , we must have to be conscious of the negative impact of
mobile phone.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below and
make sentences with them. 0.5  14 = 7
Social values underline a set of principles of generally accepted norms and behaviour of a society.
Our forefathers practised a good number of social values like simplicity, honesty, sincerity
responsibility, and piety. We have replaced those good aspects with complexity, dishonesty,
corruption, conspiracy, faithlessness and envy. Our materialistic attitude has made us self-centered
and corrupted. We must get rid of these vices and create awareness among all about the negative
impacts of our wrong doings. In order to make a better society, we should create awareness among
people about the outcome of their misdeeds. We must have distinctive social values once practised
by our forefathers. We should give importance to the past moral values to bring peace and harmony
in the society and make the world better for living.
(a) accepted (Antonym) (f) envy (Antonym) (k) distinctive (synonym)
(b) sincerity (Antonym) (g) vice (Antonym) (l) importance (Synonym)
(c) responsibility (Synonym) (h) negative (antonym) (m) awareness (Synonym)
(d) complexity (Antonym) (i) impact (Synonym) (j) harmony (synonym)
(e) conspiracy (synonym) (j) outcome (Synonym)
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9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Myself : Hello, friend How're you
Sumon : Fine thanks. And you
Myself : Same to you. what're you going to do after your HSC examination
Sumon : i'll go to my village after my HSC exam.
Myself : But why
Sumon : I want to educate the illiterate villagers because most of the people of our village don't
know how to read and write.
Myself : it's nice. I've also a plan
Sumon : Please tell me the secret.
Myself : I want to complete a three- month long english Language Course for my better future
Sumon : Well thank you.
Myself : Welcome.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Abid and studying at ABC College in Feni. Now, on behalf of the students of
your college, write an application to the principal of your college to set up an English
Debating Club at your college. 10
11. Dowry system is a curse for our society. Write a descriptive paragraph on it within 200 words.15
12. Write a compare and contrast paragraph on "City life and Rural life" within 200 words. 15

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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The boy is proud (a)  his talents. But none should take pride (b)  his talents. Pride results (c)
 misery. Those who have prided themselves (d)  their talents have been subjected (e) 
humiliation. A proud man has to feel sorry (f)  his pride. Also he has to atone (g)  his pride. A
proud man should apologize (h)  his pride. He is not acceptable (i)  anyone. He is not useful
(j)  the society.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
let alone What's it like it there was born
would rather as soon as had better have to what ... look like
(a) The students fell sick  they had had foods. The foods were poisonous.
(b) He cannot lend me five hundred taka,  one lac taka.
(c) I  not stay here anymore. A clash may occur between the two rival groups.
(d)  appears that there has been an accident.
(e) We  rent a car than go by public bus?
(f) It was a tiny car.  wasn't much room inside the car.
(g) Mr. Kamal doesn't  wear glasses for reading.
(h)  does a camel ?
(i)  riding bicycle in the road? You seem to be very excited doing it.
(j) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He  in 1920 in
Tungipara of Gopalganj district.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we .
(b) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest .
(c) Your HSC examination is knocking at the door. You have to read attentively so that .
(d) I have lost my cell phone. Would you mind  so that I can talk to my mother?
(e) English is an international language. If you know English properly, .
(f) Time plays very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless .
(g) I need to go to Dhaka right now. Do you know when ?
(h) Honesty is a great virtue. Mr. Jaman is so honest .
(i) Hardly had we started our journey .
(j) Bangladesh is our motherland. It is a small but beautiful country. Though it is a small
country, .
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4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
We cannot change our society overnight. It is true that there are many problems but things are now
(a)  (change). We (b)  (notice) a great change in our economy. It (c)  (get) better day by
day. But it is to be (d)  (note) here that corruption (e)  (be) the main obstacle to (f) 
(progress). Despite this, the government (g)  (try) hard (h)  (run) the wheels of development.
The first visual development (i)  (notice) in the agricultural sector. Education system is also in a
change but still there are problems. The courses (j)  (select) for different classes need to be (k)
 (make) adjustable to the students. Sometimes courses (l)  (create) pressure on the students.
It is very hopeful that Bangladesh (m)  (advance) much in infrastructural development. The long-
awaited Padma Bridge (n)  (start) its functioning at last.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
The mistress of the house told the porter laughing that he might go. She added that he had gained
his freedom. Swearing by Allah the porter replied that he would not leave the house until he had
heard the stories of his companions.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Cardiovascular disease is a class of diseases that involve the heart, the (a)  (Use noun adjective
to pre-modify the noun) vessels or both. Cardiovascular disease refers to (b)  (Use determiner to
pre-modify the noun) disease that affects (c)  (Pre-modify the noun) system, principally cardiac
disease, vascular diseases of brain and kidney and peripheral (d)  (Pre-modify the noun) disease.
The causes of cardiovascular disease are diverse but hypertension is the most common. In addition,
with aging come a number of physiological and (e)  (pre-modify the noun) changes that alter
cardiovascular function and lead to (f)  (Pre-modify the noun) risk of cardiovascular disease, even
in (g)  (Pre-modify the noun phrase) asymptomatic individuals. Cardiovascular disease is the (h)
 (Pre-modify the noun) cause of deaths worldwide, though, since 1970s, cardiovascular mortality
rates have declined in (i)  (Use quantifier to pre-modify the noun phrase) high-income countries.
At the same time, cardiovascular deaths and disease have increased at a (j)  (Pre-modify the
noun) rate in low and middle income counties.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
We earned our independence in nine months. There were many reasons (a)  made our victory
easier. (b)  we all were united at one point. (c)  it was a question of our survival and dignity.
(d)  our freedom fighters were committed. (e)  they fought valiantly in the war fields. (f) 
we had huge international support. (g)  the Pakistan soldiers didn't have any noble reasons
before them. (h)  they were killers. (i)  they were not natives of this country. (j)  they
didn't have sufficient ideas about the communication systems, weather, or people's sentiment in this
country. (k)  they had two superpowers behind them. (l) , these superpowers could do very
little directly for them. (m)  only in nine months the Pakistani soldiers had to accept the worst
defeat the world had ever experienced. (n)  it can be said, the war of independence proved that
no power can suppress the desire of the mass people.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below and
make sentences with them. 0.5  14 = 7
Modern education is different. In method, it seeks to draw out and develop the mind, to make it
eager and curious. It depends more on observation and experiment than upon mere bookish
knowledge. A mind that is intellectually alert will seek and learn from books. It develops the latent
talents of an individual. Teachers play more of a coaching role these days. They are not just
instructors who deliver a lesson. Rather they support and guide the student activities as coaches do.
(a) modern (antonym) (f) depend (synonym) (k) more (antonym)
(h) different (antonym) (g) mere (synonym) (l) experiment (synonym)
(c) method (synonym) (h) alert (antonym) (m) instructor (synonym)
(d) develop (antonym) (i) latent (synonym) (n) support (antonym)
(e) curious (synonym) (j) individual (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
What's your dream Do you have any dream asked Zayed. "Yes indeed, said robi, "My dream is a plate
full of rice big pieces of chicken and sweets". zayed and his friends were surprised "Is that all Come
on. Im going to make your dream come true." Robi couldnt believe his ears. was he making fun of me
Playing a cruel trick Robi thought.
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PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]

10. Imagine, you are Safiuddin, a student of Tejgaon College, Dhaka. Flood has caused a great
damage all around your locality. Now, write an application to the Principal of your college to
open a relief camp in your college premises so that you can send relief goods to the flood
affected people in your locality. 10
11. Write a paragraph of description on "Your favourite Teacher" within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph in about 200 words on "Water Pollution" by using cause and effect method.
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
When the sun was setting (a)  the treetops, the jailor came (b)  the room of Socrates to bid
him prepare (c)  death. In those days, people were sentenced to death by giving a cup (d) 
poison in Athens. Socrates knew this and he nodded (e)  the jailor. Bursting (f)  tears the
jailor went out of the room and returned (g)  a cup of hemlock. Socrates lifted the cup to his lips.
His pupils tried to keep back their tears but soon the room was filled (h)  the sound of weeping.
With the cup of poison (i)  hand, Socrates said, "What is the strange sound? I have heard that a
man should die (j)  peace. So be silent and have patience."
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
There was born have to had better What's it like
As soon as What does .... look like had to would rather let alone
(a) His income is very poor. He cannot buy an ordinary watch,  a costly one.
(b) The bridge grew old. They  repair it.
(c) It is a popular restaurant. We  reserve a table.
(d) It is autumn. They  make a journey by boat than a journey by train.
(e)  was a time when people used to travel by walking or riding on animals. But at present a
revolutionary change has taken place in the transport system.
(f) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist, playwright and filmmaker. He  on 13
November 1948.
(g)  he came, we all stood up. He is our professor.
(h) Bangladesh is an emerging power in the world cricket. But we  struggle more to win the
World Cup.
(i)  a clown ? You've seen a clown in the circus many a time.
(j)  being awarded the Nobel prize?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to .
(b) She was thirty years old when .
(c) If a man sows good seeds, .
(d) I got up late today. Let's take a taxi so that .
(e) A village doctor is a person who . He is the best friend to the villagers.
(f) She said, "It is high time we ."
(g) I wish I could fly in the sky. If I had the wings of a bird, I .
(h) I don't know why you go there, most probably, .
(i) But all sorts of attempts to solve food problem will fail unless .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
A poor man was once (a)  (put) in a jail, although he (b)  (do) no wrong. After a long time, the
king of the state (c)  (visit) the jail and the man told him that he (d)  (be) innocent but a case
(e)  (file) against him by some of his enemies. The king (f)  (inquire) privately and (g) 
(find) that it was true. He (h)  (give) the man some money and set him free. He (i)  (go)
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straight to the market. In a shop there, wild birds (j)  (keep) in cages for sale. He (k)  (say) to
the shopkeeper, I wish (l)  (buy) all the birds of your shop. These birds unjustly (m) 
(imprison) and I like to (n)  (set) them free.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
A cat hearing that a hen was laid up sick in her nest, paid her a visit of condolence and said, "How
are you, my dear? What can I do for you? Only tell me. Is there anything in the world that I can bring
for you?" "Thank you," said the hen. "Do you be good enough to leave me, and I have no fear but I
shall soon be well."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Taking food is essential. We take food (a)  (use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). We
cannot survive on earth if we do not take food. In fact (b)  (use a quantifier to pre-modify the
noun phrase) living beings need to take food. But it is a matter of great regret that (c)  (use
possessive to pre-modify the noun) food is being adulterated. (d)  (use a noun-adjective to pre-
modify the noun) adulteration is increasing (e)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adverb)
alarmingly that we cannot stop it. (f)  (use a determiner to pre-modify the noun phrase)
dishonest businessmen use (g)  (pre-modify the noun) chemicals in food and fruits to make
illegal and quick money. But they do not think about (h)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the
noun) health. (i)  (use present participle) adulterated food, people get sick. They are often
attacked with different fatal diseases. So (j)  (use a gerund) food safety is a must today.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a) , it is the burning question of the day. It is
an issue (b)  does not exist in just one location. (c) , almost all countries of the world suffer
from the curse of unemployment problem. (d)  the most developed countries in the world have to
deal with this issue. (e) , Bangladesh is the worst sufferer of this so-called problem. (f) 
nowhere in the world this problem is so acute as in our country. It is a problem (g)  affects not
just individual people (h)  the financial and economic condition of the country. (i) , there are
many reasons behind it. (j) , our country is industrially backward. (k) , our system of
education fails to give a student an independent start of life. (l) , it has little provision for
vocational training. (m) , our students and youths have false sense of dignity. (n) , they run
after jobs blindly.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Human life is dynamic. Everyone, therefore, must have a plan to do something or to be something in
life. And that is one's aim in life. A man without an aim has no direction and can never go ahead as
expected. So everyone should choose a profession which suits him most. The choice of profession
depends on one's taste, interest, aptitude and ability. These vary from person to person. Teaching is
a noble profession. The teachers are nation-builders. They educate the children and train them to
become good and useful citizen in future.
(a) dynamic (antonym) (f) choose (synonym) (k) vary (synonym)
(b) plan (antonym) (g) profession (synonym) (l) ability (antonym)
(c) aim (synonym) (h) suit (antonym) (m) educate (synonym)
(d) direction (synonym) (i) aptitude (antonym) (n) citizen (antonym)
(e) expected (antonym) (j) depend (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
"Youve cut off your hair?" asked Jim laboriously as if he had not arrived at that patent fact yet even
after the hardest mental labour. "cut it off and sold it" said della. "don't you like me just as well,
anyhow Im me, without my hair aint I?' jim looked about the room curiously. "you say your hair is
gone" he said with an air almost of idiocy.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him for allowing to go for a
study tour. 10
11. Write a listing paragraph on "Uses of Internet". 15
12. Write a cause and effect paragraph on "Gender Discrimination" within 200 words. 15
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
We know that smoking is detrimental (a)  health. It causes many fatal diseases. There is no
remedy (b)  the diseases. People are aware (c)  the matter. Yet they stick (d)  this bad
habit. Smoking is also injurious (e)  the passive smokers. Unfortunately, the smokers don't think
(f)  these passive smokers. They become the victims (g)  their whims. In this respect, children
are the most sufferers. (h)  some cases, they are made sufferers because (i)  their parents. It
is high time all people gave (j)  smoking as soon as possible.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
would rather let alone was born has to It
There have to What does .... look like as soon as had better
(a) Everyone  work for the development of his country, so do I.
(b) She is not an admirer of literature. She does not like any literary work  admire all literary
works.
(c) The hunter was ready with his gun for the tiger.  it came out of its cave, he shot at it.
(d) We  go home. It's getting dark.
(e)  is many years since we have first met. How time does fly!
(f)  are hundreds of languages spoken regularly by human beings. But everywhere of the world
people speak English.
(g) Health is wealth. So, we  do exercise to lead a sound life.
(h) Albert Einstein, a German-born theoretical physicist and philosopher of science  in March
14, 1879, who developed the general theory of relativity, one of the two pillars of modern
physics.
(i)  the earth ? It's not completely round.
(j) I  lead a simple life than earn a lot of money illegally and lead an aristocratic life. I always
hate corruption and the corrupt.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Hasan is an HSC candidate. As an HSC candidate, he should read properly so that .
(b) The old man is very weak. He is walking very slowly lest .
(c) My brother will come to Bangladesh from Italy tomorrow. So I have to go to airport with a view
to .
(d) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without
knowing the meaning, .
(e) Corruption is a crime. But our government is failing to punish the corrupt people. It is high
time we .
(f) Nina and I work in the same office. Both of us hold the same status. Her salary is higher than
mine although .
(g) Charity is a great virtue. It inspires us to help the poor. Allah will have mercy on us as long as
.
(h) We are going to arrange a football match between our college and Dhaka College. The match
will take place outdoors whether .
(i) The boy lacks intelligence. He is too dull to .
(j) Yesterday was Rana's birthday. He did not invite me to his birthday party. If he had invited me
.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Adult allowance (a)  (be) a noble programme initiated by the present government. In most of the
developed countries of the world this kind of programme is (b)  (take) by the government. The
government should (c)  (pursue) that their old age (d)  (be) secured and comfortable. But in
our country the adult (e)  (be) dependent on their own sons or daughters. The adult (f)  (lose)
the ability to work and (g)  (earn) at this age. They (h)  (treat) offensively by their own issues.
They have to (i)  (pass) their days depending on others. The allowance should be (j) 
(increase) and the true needy (k)  (allow) to have this allowance. It (l)  (expect) that the local
leaders (m)  (do) their duty impartially to (n)  (select) the right person for this purpose.
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5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7

"Whose picture is it?" I asked. "A little girl's of course." said grandmother. "Cant' you tell?" "Yes, but
do you know the girl?" "Yes, I knew her" said granny "but she was a very wicked girl and I shouldn't
tell you about her!"
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Nelson Mandela (a)  (post-modify the noun with appositive) is one of the greatest leaders of the
world, no doubt. During (b)  (use article to pre-modify the noun) time of Mandela, the Europeans
were separated from the non-Europeans. It was (c)  (use noun adjective to pre-modify the noun)
policy of racial segregation. The blacks were subjected to (d)  (use quantifier to per-modify the
noun) sorts of indignities. They were denied (e)  (use adjective) basic (f)  (use a noun
adjective) rights. The blacks were also treated (g)  (use adverb to post-modify the verb). Even
dogs received a much better treatment than the blacks. The (h)  (use an adjective to pre-modify
the noun) leader vowed to put an end to the inhuman practice. Unfortunately, (i)  (use
demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) great man was thrown behind the prison bars. But the
oppressive rulers could not break his spirit. All his life he struggled against apartheid. Eventually,
the great leader fulfilled the goal of liberating (j)  (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) people.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Trees are useful to man in three very important ways. (a) , they provide man with wood, food and
other products. (b) , they give man shade. (c)  they help to prevent drought and floods. (d)
, in many parts of the world, man has not realised their importance. (e) , he has cut down
trees in large numbers. (f)  he can't realize that he has lost the best friend he had. (g)  it is
difficult for a government to persuade people. (h)  the forest will slowly disappear. (i)  people
want to cook food with wood and earn money by selling wood or making charcoal. (j)  they are
too careless to plant and look after the new trees. (k)  rains falls on hard ground, causes floods
and washes away the rich top soil. (l)  all the top soil is gone, nothing remains but worthless
desert. (m)  if there are trees, their roots bind the soil. (n)  they prevent the soil from washing
away.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
The battle of Yarmouk was fought between the Byzantine (Christian) empire and the nascent Islamic
state of Madina from 15  20 August 636 AD. The place where the battle took place, was by the
Yarmouk river which flows in the present day Jordan. Emperor Theodore led the Christian army
whereas Khalid-ibn-Walid spear headed the Muslim battalion. About two hundred thousand
Christian soldiers were deployed against a relatively small number of Muslim men of about forty
thousand. Yet the Bizantine army was defeated by the smaller Muslim forces. The reason for decisive
muslim victory was; Khalid adopted a tricky war strategy which nowadays is called 'an element of
surprise'. At the last phase of the battle, the Muslim cavalry horsemen attacked the enemies so
suddenly and so swiftly that the Christian forces were completely dumbfounded and began to run
away. But many of them could not flee. About 120000 Christian soldiers were slaughtered in the
battle against only 3000 (Three thousand) Muslim casualty.
(a) battle (synonym) (f) decisive (antonym) (k) completely (synonym)
(b) place (synonym) (g) victory (antonym) (l) flee (synonym)
(c) defeated (antonym) (h) tricky (synonym) (m) slaughtered (synonym)
(d) smaller (antonym) (i) strategy (synonym) (n) casualty (synonym)
(e) reason (synonym) (j) suddenly (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
A : Whats solar energy?
B : Its one of the renewable energy sources.
A : Why is it called green energy.
B : Well its called green energy because it helps us keep the earth green I mean it doesn't emit any
pollution in the atmosphere when we produce and use it.
A : I see then it must be a clean source of energy.
B : Exactly. And that is why its also called clean energy.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of Police Lines School and College, Mymensingh. Now, write an
application to the Principal of your college for setting up a computer lab. 10
11. Write a descriptive paragraph on "Positive and Negative Impacts of Facebook." Use 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting "Epidemic and Pandemic". Use 200 words. 15
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PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Eskimos are the indigenous people inhabiting (a)  the northern circumpolar region ranging (b)
 Siberia to Canada. Traditionally, these people had to adapt (c)  an extremely cold
environment. Still they made very good use (d)  their environment. They made snow block
houses called igloos. During the brief summer, however, they sheltered (e)  animal-skin tents.
For food, they killed seals and whales (f)  harpoons. And they used seal oil (g)  their lamps.
In summer they hunted land animals (h)  caribou using bows and arrows. They fashioned
clothes (i)  caribou furs, which provided protection (j)  the extreme cold.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
as soon as would rather what's ... like has to what does... look like
was born there let alone it had better
(a) My mother was forty when I .
(b) I  not say what I really think about him.
(c) He was too tired to walk,  run.
(d) The soup  be stirred continuously to prevent burning.
(e) "It's getting late. I have to go now." "You  not. It's raining very hard."
(f) His mother being sick, he needs to go home  possible.
(g)  a chimpanzee ? Tomorrow I will go to the zoo to see chimpanzee.
(h)  appeared to the court that the man was a criminal.
(i)  he ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(j)  are two people in the room.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) I missed you a lot when I was in Italy. If I had had your phone number, .
(b) "Do you know this gentleman?" "Yes, I know him.  since he was a boy."
(c) He was such a nice neighbour. We never suspected .
(d) The waiter  was impatient and impolite.
(e) The woman standing over there is a friend of my sister's. She often comes .
(f) Are these the keys ? I found them lying on the landing.
(g) Tina isn't as old as she looks. In fact she looks .
(h) Everything is getting so costly. Cooking gas is now twice it was a few years ago.
(i) Your English test is close at hand. , you will do badly in the test.
(j) My father has no interest in Facebook. He says social ties were stronger .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Education is one of the basic needs of human being and (a)  (be) essential for any kind of
development. The poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be (b)  (attribute) to
most people’s inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not (c)  (have) any knowledge
of health, sanitation and population control. If they (d)  (educate), they could (e)  (live) a
healthy and planned life. Education (f)  (teach) us how to (g)  (earn) well and how to (h) 
(spend) well. It (i)  (enable) us to make the right choices in life and to (j)  (perform) our duties
properly. It (k)  (enhance) our ability to (l)  (raise) crops, store food, (m)  (protect) the
environment and (n)  (carry) out our social responsibilities.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
"Your grandson?" asked the policeman, looking suspiciously at the little boy standing by. "Yes," the
old man replied, "The son of my only son. Both my son and his wife were killed in the cyclone."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
The Amazon rainforest, (a)  (post-modify the noun with an appositive) produces more than 20%
of the world's oxygen. This is why scientists call it 'the lungs of the earth'. In size, the forest is twice
(b)  (post-modify the noun with an equative/adjective phrase) India. It is the world's (c)  (pre-
modify the noun with a superlative) biological reservoir, containing several million species of plants
and animals. It is home to a (d)  (pre-modify the noun with an adjective) variety of insects and
birds. (e)  (Use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) area of immense natural beauty plays
a/an (f)  (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) role in limiting climate change. Its rich
vegetation takes carbon dioxide out of the air and releases oxygen. Unfortunately, the Amazonian
rainforest is shrinking. And in the recent years, it has shrunk (g)  (Post-modify the verb with a
comparative) than ever before. About 17% of the forest has been destroyed over the past 50 years. In
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the 20th century, Brazil's (h)  (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) growing population settled
major areas of the Amazon rainforest. Fires have also become (i)  (Use an intensifier to modify
the adjective) frequent. Some 75,000 fires occurred in the Brazilian Amazon during the first half of
2019. Environmentalists, (j)  (Use a participle phrase to post modify the noun) the destruction in
the region, have called for more effective conservation efforts.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Early rising is one of the best habits (a)  a man can possess. The benefits of early rising are
many. (b) ——, if we get up early, we get enough time to work, (c) , we can enjoy the fresh air of
the morning (d)  refreshes our body and mind, (e) , we can take some exercises (f)  a
walk. In the morning, nature smiles with colourful flowers and chirping of birds, (g)  early rising
takes us to close contact with wonderful world of nature, (h) , if we do not get up early in the
morning, we suffer a lot. (i) , we do not have enough time to do our work, (j) , we cannot
finish our work in time, (k) , late rising from bed tells upon our health, (l) , we can never
enjoy the freshness of nature, (m) , we should make a habit of early rising (n)  stay safe and
sound both physically and mentally.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
The literacy rate in Bangladesh is increasing day by day. We are lucky that at present our literacy
rate is 72.76%. But it is not sufficient for us. Because the literacy rate of India is 93.91%. So, in
order to cope with the neighbouring countries as well as the present competitive world we should
come forward to educate the illiterate. If we want to develop our country, the light of education
should be spread among the general mass and the quality education should be ensured. Otherwise,
we will not be skilled resourceful manpower. Consequently, the systematic development will be
hampered. We should try our level best to upgrade our literacy rate so that we can reach our target
"Vision 2021'.
(a) literacy (antonym) (f) forward (antonym) (k) resourceful (synonym)
(b) increas (antonym) (g) develop (synonym) (l) consequently (synonym)
(c) sufficient (antonym) (h) spread (synonym) (m) development (synonym)
(d) neighbouring (antonym) (i) general (synonym) (n) hamper (antonym)
(e) competitive (antonym) (j) quality (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Shimul is extremely annoyed with his wife. The couple is to attend a birthday party at 7 this evening
it is 7:30 now and Samia is not yet ready. She is still sitting at the dressing table, adorning herself
for the party. My God when is she going to finish he asked himself.
Shimul is restless by nature, and he hates waiting to distract himself from the agony of waiting, he
plunged into household chores. He watered the plants arranged the bed and made himself a cup of
tea. Samia was still there before the looking glass, mending her smile Shimul suddenly lost his cool
at this point and made an angry announcement. Unless you're downstairs in three minutes, he said
I'm leaving without you.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Rakibul Hasan, Sales Executive of a company manufacturing and selling
electronic gadgets. Write a reply to the following warranty claim letter from a customer. 10
Kabir Ahmed
22, Kazi Nazrul Islam Road, Chattogram.
November 16,2019
Rakibul Hasan
ATC Enterprises
132/4, CDA Avenue, Chattogram
Dear Mr. Hasan,
The LED TV set (Model: SJ-GC700VSL) I purchased from your sales center on the 23rd October 2018
has stopped working. I suppose the TV set was defective and somehow it slipped your inspection
process.
I already phoned your office. My call was received by someone who said that you were going to repair
it for me. But the product carries a five year replacement warranty and I would like you to replace it
with a new one rather than just repair it.
I hope you would take immediate action in this matter.
Sincerely,
Kabir Ahmed.
11. Write a paragraph of description in about 200 words on "Our National Flag". 15
12. Write a paragraph of cause and effect on "Juvenile Delinquency" within 200 words. 15
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PartA : Grammar
1. (a) nearby/beside (b) of (c) in (d) of (e) for (f) at (g) at (h) with (i) on (j) to
2. (a) would rather (b) as soon as (c) What does... look like (d) It (e) was born (f) let alone (g) What's it
like (h) have to (i) had better (j) There
3. (a) Unless you change this behaviour, you have to repent in the long run.
(b) Keep your phone turned on in case anyone needs to communicate with you.
(c) She was so angry that she tore the paper into pieces
(d) I think it's very likely that we will reach the venue in time.
(e) Now, I have stopped writing, because she hardly responds to my letters timely.
(f) It's six months since you started trying heart and soul!
(g) You know how audacious the madam is.
(h) My friends always teased me because of my excessive fondness for cinema.
(i) He is the man whom everybody in the locality knows.
(j) Despite the fact that he worked very hard he could not succeed in life.
4. (a) happens (b) has risen (c) taking (d) remain (e) travels (f) causes (g) are (h) violating (i) lessened (j)
drive (k) crossing (l) climbing (m) maintained (n) controlling
5. Napoleon said to the English boy. "Why are you making such a small boat?" The boy said, "I didn't
see my mother for a long time. I'll go to my country by this boat to see her". "Where does she live?"
"In the country on the other side of the sea. Please let me go there."
6. (a) delicious/popular (b) seedless (c) often (d) also (e) widely (f) the (g) important (h) those (i) invasive
(j) some
7. (a) and (b) In fact (c) Nevertheless (d) Therefore/That's why (e) Instead/Rather (f) Especially (g) But (h)
Thus (i) As a result/For this (j) Hence (k) So/As a result/Consequently/As a consequence (l)
But/Yet/Even though (m) Neverthless/Rather (n) till
8. (a) certainly/definitely/surely/apparently (b) honour/status (c) local/domestic (d) common/ordinary
(e) foreign (f) diversity (g) disappear (h) weakly (i) impress (j) freedom (k) listener (l) answer (m)
significant (n) unintelligibility
9. Kamal : Hello, Jamal. Have you ever been to Cox's Bazar?
Jamal : No, I have not. But I wish to go there during my next vacation.
Kamal : When will your vacation start?
Jamal : Any time in next December. Either during the first week or 2nd week.
Kamal : You see, I have also not been there. Will you allow me to accompany you?
Jamal : Why not? I would rather love to.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 30

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) to (c) on (d) on (e) of (f) of (g) on (h) to (i) in (j) at
2. (a) was born (b) would rather (c) It (d) let alone (e) have to (f) What's it like (g) had better (h) There (i)
as soon as (j) What does .... look like
3. (a) He is jack of all trades, but master of none.
(b) In spite of that, we do not get water from them during the dry season because we find most of
them dried in the season.
(c) I have done it intentionally because I need more time to complete the work.
(d) But for your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them.
(e) If I had more time I could do more hard work to earn more.
(f) Colleges and universities are often closed down so that clashes among rival political groups can
be stopped.
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(g) Be lenient if you want to be praised by your employees.

(h) It is five years since my mother is ill.
(i) The hotter the climate is the worse the suffering of the people is.
(j) I think who are untidy in their lifestyle are likely to lead an unhealthy life.
4. (a) is (b) smashes (c) shrunk (d) grown (e) learning (f) do not try (g) quote (h) to be (i) to bring (j)
borrowed (k) are tested (l) are wasted (m) be updated (n) to visualize
5. The old man asked the maid if she could give him some food. He added that he had been starving for
two days. At this the maid asked the man why he begged. She again asked him if he could not work.
The man replied in the negative and added that he was unable to work.
6. (a) an (b) his (c) well (d) illiterate (e) to remove illiteracy (f) Removing (g) very (h) five (i) an honest
police officer (j) also
7. (a) First of all (b) and (c) In this way (d) and (e) Secondly (f) Consequently/And (g) Furthermore (h) as
well (i) during (j) Also (k) otherwise (l) As a consequence (m) So (n) and
8. (a) risky/deadly (b) glorious (c) problem/trouble (d) include/comprise (e) somewhat/mildly (f)
common/riskless/mild (g) harmful (h) facilitate (i) usual/common (j) element (k) outside (l) hamper
(m) brief/long (n) restricted/limited
9. "You look a little bit like my mother," he said. "But you were only four, Jerry when you came here."
"Do you remember her face all these years?" "My mother lives in Mannville." "Have you seen her
lately?" I said.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 31

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of/about (b) with (c) of (d) of/with (e) in/at/by/through (f) with (g) in/at (h) with (i)
around/across/throughout (j) to/against
2. (a) have to (b) let alone (c) What does... look like (d) it (e) had better (f) would rather (g) What's it like
(h) was born (i) as soon as (j) There
3. (a) Whenever he goes to the book fair, he collects books of different types.
(b) It is high time you gave up smoking.
(c) No sooner had the teacher entered the classroom than the students stood up.
(d) I wish I were a bird.
(e) She loved to live among the poor villagers so that she could have heavenly bliss.
(f) She cannot compete with her classmates because of her weakness in English.
(g) We saw a snake while we were passing a bush.
(h) Had I been a rich man, I would have helped the poor people of my locality.
(i) There is nobody who can escape death.
(j) Be attentive to my lecture, otherwise you will miss something important to take preparation for
the ensuing exam.
4. (a) to maintain (b) has begun (c) has been organized/is organised (d) was inaugurated (e) addressed
(f) emphasized (g) planting (h) put (i) could/might save (j) paraded (k) have set/set (l) displaying (m)
are arranged (n) to inspire/inspiring
5. Della asked Madame whether she (M) would buy her (D) hair. In reply Madame told her (D) that she
buys hair and told her (D) to take her (D) hat off and proposed that they should have a sight at the
looks of it. Lifting the mass with a practiced hand, Madame offered her (D) twenty dollars. Della told
her to give it to her (D) quick.
6. (a) great/famous/renowned/rebel (b) almost/extensively/profusely (c) our national poet/the rebel
poet (d) his (e) to inspire people (f) very/highly (g) greatly/immensely (h) Bengali/Bangla (i) a (j)
throughout his life/in a loud voice
7. (a) and (b) In fact (c) Therefore/That's why (d) Instead/Rather (e) Especially (f) But (g) that (h) Thus (i)
As a result/For this (j) Hence (k) So/As a result/Consequently/As a consequence (l) But/Yet/Even
though (m) Nevertheless/Rather (n) till
8. (a) foe/enemy/rival (b) avoid/shun/avert/repel (c) kindness/empathy/compassion (d) untrue/false
(e) verify/show/test/testify/appear/seem (f) true/actual/genuine/real (g) help/assist/benefit (h)
unpreapared (i) cry/weep (j) take (k) delight/joy/enjoyment/amusement (l) fetch/get/carry/bear (m)
wisdom (n) view/concept/design/thought/notion
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9. Bindu : Do you read newspaper regularly, Hema?

Hema : Yes, I do. What about you?
Bindu : To tell you frankly, I do not read newspaper regularly.
Hema : Why? You get enough time.
Bindu : I do, but I do not like. Moreover, I think it is a wastage of time.
Hema : Strange! Why do you think so?
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PartA : Grammar
1. (a) at (b) to (c) to (d) at (e) of (f) to (g) with (h) with (i) from (j) to
2. (a) was born (b) have to (c) What does ... look like (d) There (e) What's it like (f) had better (g) would
rather (h) As soon as (i) It (j) let alone
3. (a) He would have repaired the car himself if he had the necessary tools with him.
(b) If I hadn't practised I wouldn't have become a good player.
(c) If I were she, I would visit the St. Martin's Island too.
(d) The climate is getting hotter because of global warming.
(e) Whenever I go out for a walk, I take my dog along/I try to talk with others.
(f) Deserts always attracted me. I longed to live in the deserts.
(g) The shoes were so expensive that I could not think of buying them.
(h) Her voice was too low for the people at the back to hear clearly.
(i) It is time we boycotted foreign music as it enhances cultural aggression.
(j) We hired a guide so that we could get to see the attractive places/we could be introduced to the
place by him.
4. (a) have been travelling (b) appeared (c) did not travel (d) protected (e) were (f) discovered (g) rode (h)
made (i) become (j) provide (k) want (l) need (m) lose (n) be ruined
5. The merchant asked the youth where he (y) was going. The youth replied that he had been coming to
see him (m). The merchant then asked him what he (y) wanted. The youth replied that he wanted to
earn his bread by the sweet of his brows. The merchant again asked him if he (y) really wanted work.
The youth replied in the affirmative and said that he really wanted work if he (m) had any. At this,
the merchant ordered him to follow him (m) and carry a box from a shop to his house. The youth
said that he (y) did not see how he could do that.
6. (a) same (b) geographical (c) to buy (d) living (e) tropical (f) an island country (g) sea (h) only (i) to get
their food (j) huge/large
7. (a) And (b) Actually (c) However (d) If (e) whatsoever (f) Truly speaking (g) But (h) So (i) Obviously (j)
For instance (k) Besides (l) Again (m) Unfortunately (n) Hence
8. (a) poisonous (b) rarely/narrowly (c) protective (d) eradicate (e) ineffective (f) low (g) propensity (h)
repast/taking (i) quantity (j) instantly/soon (k) damage/wound (l) possibly/probably (m) flexible (n)
destroy/damage
9. Old man : The cat will be all right. I am sure. There is no need to be unquiet about the cat.
I : Did you leave the dove case unlocked?
Old man : Yes!
I : Then they'll fly.
Old man : Yes. Certainly they'll fly.
I : Strange!
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PartA : Grammar
1. (a) to (b) to (c) by (d) for (e) for (f) to (g) of (h) of (i) by (j) down
2. (a) have to (b) had better (c) as soon as (d) was born (e) would rather (f) let alone (g) What's it like (h)
There (i) What does... look like (j) It
3. (a) Though it was a difficult task, I accomplished it.
(b) It is high time for us that we all became patriotic.
(c) Would that I spoke fluently in English.
(d) If I had much money, I would buy a bike.
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(e) There goes a proverb that a man is known by the companion he keeps.
(f) Hardly had he seen his friend when he started running towards him.
(g) It was a long time since we had met for the last time.
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to improving our status.
(i) The doctor asked him what his problem was.
(j) May I know what your name is?
4. (a) situated (b) was established (c) spreading (d) was (e) has been playing (f) starts (g) breaks (h) has
(i) are working (j) study (k) participate (l) taken (m) make (n) has received
5. Addressing the audience as his brother, the speaker said that he stood before them that day with a
heart overflwing with grief. He added that they were fully aware of the events that were going on and
understood their import. He further added that they had been trying their best to cope with the
situation. He further added that yet unfortunately the streets of Dhaka, Chattogram, Khulna,
Rajshahi and Rangpur were awash with the blood of their bother. The people of Bengal then wanted
to be free, the people of Bengal then wanted to live and the people of Bengal then wanted their
rights.
6. (a) a wonderful coral island (b) only (c) the (d) original (e) tourist (f) regular (g) These (h) their (i)
number (j) this
7. (a) whose (b) So (c) if (d) So (e) what (f) but (g) that (h) In fact (i) Sometimes (j) on the other hand (k)
So (l) that (m) Even (n) and
8. (a) poisonous (b) rarely/narrowly (c) commodity (d) save/maintain (e) remove/erase (f) ineffective (g)
low (h) toxic/polluted (i) different (j) illnesss/malady (k) uncertainly/probably (l) pleasant/joyful (m)
prize/award (n) damage/abolish
9. "Follow my example," she said as we shook hand, "and never eat more than one thing for luncheon."
"I'll do better than that, "I retorted. "I'll eat nothing for dinner tonight!" "Humorist!" she cried gaily,
jumping into a cab, "you're quite a humorist!"
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

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PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) on (c) about (d) along (e) in (f) for (g) of (h) for (i) of (j) towards/to
2. (a) would rather (b) let alone (c) had better (d) has to (e) as soon as (f) It (g) What does... look like (h)
was born (i) There (j) What's it like
3. (a) We hired a boat so that we could cross the river easily.
(b) He writes so slow that he cannot finish his examination in time.
(c) Dhaka is one of the most populated cities of the world.
(d) His poems inspired the people of this land to fight for the independence of the country.
(e) "Slow and steady wins the race".
(f) I will not accompany you unless you form the habit of speaking the truth.
(g) I would have helped him if he had asked for my help.
(h) She attended the party though no one could recognize him.
(i) We must help the needy when they come to us with a view to getting help.
(j) The boy got scared when a beggar came to him and wanted some food from him.
4. (a) appear (b) are (c) help (d) mentioned (e) do not know (f) set (g) launched (h) calculated (i) know (j)
think (k) can find/will find (l) believe (m) beat (n) ruled
5. "I'm sorry to bother you so early," said Mrs. Rahman. "It's ok. What happened?" said Mrs. Karim.
"Could you tell me how I can get hold of a doctor?" said Mrs. Rahman. "There's a Health Centre
about ten minutes' walk away. Why do you need a doctor?" said Mrs. Karim. "Our daughter, Anna
isn't very well this morning and I'm bit worried for her," said Mrs. Rahman.
6. (a) widely (b) its (c) most commonly (d) normally (e) medicinal (f) characteristic (g) considerably (h)
Other (i) also (j) sometimes
7. (a) True that (b) and (c) Now/Nowadays (d) So/Thus/In fact (e) as (f) However (g) as well (h) For
example/Firstly (i) Besides/Secondly/Moreover (j) Sometimes (k) Furthermore/Lastly/Finally (l)
However (m) But/Yet (n) Therefore/So
8. (a) unaccepted/rejected/disapproval (b) insincerity (c) accountability/dutifulness (d) simplicity (e)
plot (f) praise/admiration (g) virtue (h) positive (i) influence/effect (j) result/consequence (k) peculiar
(l) significance/emphasis (m) consciousness (n) coherence
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9. Myself : Hello, friend! How're you?

Sumon : Fine, thanks. And you?
Myself : Same to you. What're you going to do after your HSC examination?
Sumon : I'll go to my village after my HSC exam.
Myself : But why?
Sumon : I want to educate the illiterate villagers because most of the people of our village don't
know how to read and write.
Myself : It's nice. I've also a plan.
Sumon : Please, tell me the secret.
Myself : I want to complete a three- month long English Language Course for my better future.
Sumon : Well, thank you.
Myself : Welcome.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 35

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) of (b) in (c) in (d) on (e) to (f) for (g) for (h) for (i) to (j) to
2. (a) as soon as (b) let alone (c) had better (d) It (e) would rather (f) there (g) have to (h) what ... look like
(i) What's it like (j) was born
3. (a) It is high time we possessed this virtue.
(b) He has to study regularly lest he should fail.
(c) You have to read attentively so that you can make brilliant result.
(d) Would you mind giving me your phone so that I can talk to my mother?
(e) If you know English properly, you can communicate with foreigners.
(f) We cannot prosper in life unless we utilize our valuable time.
(g) Do you know when the train will arrive at the station?
(h) Mr. Jaman is so honest that everybody believes him.
(i) Hardly had we started our journey when the storm began to blow.
(j) Though it is a small country, it has a huge population.
4. (a) changing (b) notice (c) is getting (d) noted (e) is (f) progress (g) is trying (h) to run (i) is noticed (j)
selected (k) made (l) create (m) has advanced (n) has started
5. "Porter, you may go," said the mistress of the house laughing, "You have gained your freedom." "By
Allah," he replied, "I will not leave this house until I have heard the stories of my companions."
6. (a) blood (b) any (c) cardiovascular (d) arterial (e) morphological (f) increased (g) healthy (h) leading (i)
many (j) fast
7. (a) that (b) Firstly (c) Besides (d) Moreover (e) And (f) Not only that (g) On the other hand (h) Besides
(i) Moreover (j) Hence (k) True that (l) But/However (m) As a result (n) Finally
8. (a) old (b) same (c) way/strategy (d) deteriorate (e) eager/interested (f) freely (g) only (h) careless/
negligent (i) hidden (j) person (k) less (l) research/test (m) teacher (n) subvert/hinder/hamper
9. "What's your dream? Do you have any dream?" asked Zayed. "Yes, indeed, said Robi, "My dream is a
plate full of rice, big pieces of chicken and sweets". Zayed and his friends were surprised. "Is that all?
Come on. I'm going to make your dream come true." Robi couldn't believe his ears. Was he making
fun of me? Playing a cruel trick? Robi thought.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 36

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) behind (b) into (c) for (d) of (e) to (f) into (g) with (h) with (i) in (j) in
2. (a) let alone (b) had to (c) had better (d) would rather (e) There (f) was born (g) As soon as (h) have to
(i) What does .... look like (j) What's it like
3. (a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving distressed humanity.
(b) She was thirty years old when she had given birth to her first child.
(c) If a man sows good seeds, he will reap good harvest.
(d) Let's take a taxi so that we can attend office in time.
(e) A village doctor is a person who gives medicine and treatment with his little knowledge to the
village people.
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(f) She said, "It is high time we got united to stop eve-teasing."
(g) If I had the wings of a bird, I could fly in the sky at large.
(h) I don't know why you go there, most probably, you have someone special.
(i) But all sorts of attempts to solve food problem will fail unless we are conscious.
(j) He who follows two hares catches neither.
4. (a) put (b) did (c) visited (d) was (e) was filed (f) inquired (g) found (h) gave (i) went (j) were kept (k)
said (l) to buy (m) are (unjustly) imprisoned (n) set
5. A cat hearing that a hen was laid up sick in her nest paid her a visit of condolence and addressing
her as his dear asked her how she was. He further asked her what he could do for her. He requested
her to only tell him if there was anything in the world that he could bring for her. Then the hen
thanked him and asked him whether he was good enough to leave her and said that she had no fear
but she would soon be well.
6. (a) to survive/to live (b) all (c) our (d) Food (e) so (f) Some (g) harmful (h) our (i) Taking/Eating (j)
ensuring
7. (a) In fact/Actually (b) which (c) Nowadays/At present (d) Even (e) But/Unfortunately (f)
Truly/Because (g) which (h) but (i) Obviously (j) First of all (k) Secondly/Besides (l) Thirdly/Moreover
(m) Last but not the least/Last of all/Lastly/In addition (n) So/For this reason/That is why
8. (a) static (b) aimlessness (c) goal/object/target (d) aim/goal/target/purpose (e) unexpected (f) select
(g) career/occupation (j) misadjust/mismatch (i) apathy/averseness/disinclination (j) rely (k) differ (l)
inability/incapability (m) teach (n) alien/immigrant/foreigner
9. "You've cut off your hair?" asked Jim, laboriously as if he had not arrived at that patent fact yet even
after the hardest mental labour. "Cut it off and sold it," said Della. "Don't you like me just as well,
anyhow? I'm me, without my hair, ain't I?' Jim looked about the room curiously. "You say your hair
is gone?" he said, with an air almost of idiocy.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 37

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) to (b) for (c) of (d) to (e) to (f) of/about (g) of (h) in (i) of (j) up
2. (a) has to (b) let alone (c) As soon as (d) had better (e) It (f) There (g) have to (h) was born (i) What
does .... look like (j) would rather
3. (a) As an HSC candidate, he should read properly so that he can pass successfully.
(b) He is walking very slowly lest he should fall down.
(c) So I have to go to airport with a view to receiving him.
(d) If he memorizes the answer without knowing the meaning, he will forget it later.
(e) It is high time we took rapid action to punish the corrupt people.
(f) Her salary is higher than mine although I do more work.
(g) Allah will have mercy on us as long as we extend our helping hands to the poor.
(h) The match will take place outdoors whether the weather remains fine or not.
(i) The boy lacks intelligence. He is too dull to understand anything easily.
(j) If he had invited me I would have attended the party.
4. (a) is (b) taken (c) pursue (d) is (e) are (f) lose (g) earn (h) are treated (i) pass (j) increased (k) should be
allowed (l) is expected (m) will do (n) select
5. I asked grandmother whose picture it was. In reply grandmother told me that of course it was a little
girl's picture,. Then she asked me whether I couldn't tell about it. I replied in the affirmative but
asked her whether she knew the girl. Grandmother replied in the affirmative and added that she had
known her. But she further added that she (girl) had been a very wicked girl and she (grandmother)
wouldn't tell me about her.
6. (a) the first black president of South Africa (b) the (c) government (d) all (e) all (f) human (g) cruelly (h)
great (i) this (j) his
7. (a) Firstly (b) Secondly (c) Thirdly (d) Unfortunately (e) Rather (f) But (g) Even (h) Consequently (i)
Actually (j) Usually (k) As a result (l) When (m) On the other hand (n) Thus
8. (a) war/combat (b) venue (c) undefeated (d) larger/bigger (e) cause (f) indecisive (g) defeat (h)
clever/perplexing (i) plan/technique (j) gradually (k) entirely/fully (l) bunk/elude (m) killed (n)
death/loss
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9. A :
What's solar energy?
B :
It's one of the renewable energy sources.
A :
Why is it called green energy?
B :
Well. It's green energy because it helps us keep the earth green. I mean it doesn't emit any
pollution in the atmosphere when we produce and use it.
A : I see. Then it must be a clean source of energy.
B : Exactly. And that is why it's also called clean energy.
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part

KEY TO MODEL TEST 38

PartA : Grammar
1. (a) in (b) from (c) to (d) of (e) in (f) with (g) for (h) like (i) with (j) from
2. (a) was born (b) would rather (c) let alone (d) has to (e) had better (f) as soon as (g) What does... look
like (h) It (i) What's ... like (j) There
3. (a) If I had had your phone number, I would have phoned you.
(b) I have known him since he was a boy."
(c) We never suspected him in any way.
(d) The waiter that served us food was impatient and impolite.
(e) She often comes to see us.
(f) Are these the keys of your car?
(g) In fact she looks older than her actual age.
(h) Cooking gas is now twice as much the price as it was a few years ago.
(i) If you don't be serious now you will do badly in the test.
(j) He says social ties were stronger before than now.
4. (a) is (b) attributed (c) have (d) were educated (e) live (f) teaches (g) earn (h) spend (i) enables (j)
perform (k) enhances (l) raise (m) protect (n) carry
5. Looking suspiciously at the little boy standing by, the policeman asked the old man whether the little
boy was his (o) grandson. The old man replied in the affirmative and said that he (b) was the son of
his (o) only son. He (o) added that both his (o) son and his wife had been killed in the cyclone.
6. (a) the biggest of its type (b) as large as (c) Largest (d) wide (e) This (f) important (g) more (h) ever (i)
quite (j) observing profoundly
7. (a) that (b) Firstly (c) Then (d) which (e) Secondly (f) or (g) Thirdly (h) On the other hand (i) First of all
(j) Moreover (k) Secondly (l) In addition (m) So (n) and
8. (a) illiteracy (b) decrease (c) insufficient (d) remote (e) non-competitive (f) backward (g) progress (h)
expand/propogate (i) common (j) standard (k) creative/fanciful (l) therefore (m) progress (n)
hinder/impede
9. Shimul is extremely annoyed with his wife. The couple is to attend a birthday party at 7 this evening.
It is 7:30 now and Samia is not yet ready. She is still sitting at the dressing table, adorning herself
for the party. "My God, when is she going to finish." he asked himself.
Shimul is restless by nature, and he hates waiting. To distract himself from the agony of waiting, he
plunged into household chores. He watered the plants, arranged the bed and made himself a cup of
tea. Samia was still there before the looking glass, mending her smile. Shimul suddenly lost his cool
at this point and made an angry announcement, "Unless you're downstairs in three minutes," he
said "I'm leaving without you."
PartB : Composition  Ques. No.10, 11 & 12 : See the Composition Part
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