Bangladesh (a) — in the southern part of Asia. She is now (b) — in the grip of all (c) — of pollutions like air pollution, soil pollution and water pollution. The dwellers of the urban areas are the (d) — sufferers of such pollution. The industrialization process (e) — Bangladesh over the past decades (f) — created significant environmental problems. We know (g) — some of the most common types (h) — environmental pollutions and ways of (i) — with them. In this case, we need (j) — most.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Truthfulness (a) — to the habit of speaking the truth. It is (b) — greatest of all virtues in a man’s life. The true peace and prosperity of man entirely depend (c) — it. It ennobles one’s character and gives one high (d) — in society. It may not make one rich (e) — brings peace of mind. A truthful person is loved and respected (f) — all. A truthful person cares (g) —. All religions teach us to (h) — truthful. By (i) — of truthfulness all can shine in life. Truthfulness (j) — lead the whole world to peace and prosperity.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below.
Many of us
can save
the life of dying patients
By donating blood, we
will
misconception about blood donation
Blood donation
have
cause no harm to us
Every man in sound health
is
a very noble deed
Donating blood
can donate
blood after every three months
4. Complete the following text with the right forms of verbs given in the box.
promise
be
finish
want
refuse
contain
return
agree
ask
compose
One day the great poet Ferdousi (a) — by Sultan Mahmood to (b) — Shahanama in honour of the Sultan. The Sultan (c) — to pay Ferdousi a gold coin for each verse. Ferdousi (d) — the writing and it (e) — found (f) — sixty thousand verses. Now Sultan (g) — to pay sixty thousand gold coins. He (h) — to pay silver coins instead of gold coins. The poet (i) — to take silver coins and (j) — to his village.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text:
Shabab said to Tahsin, “Did you visit the Shat Gombuj Mosque?” “No, I didn’t,” said Tahsin. “I visited there last week. How beautiful the mosque is!” said Shahab. “Let’s go there next year,” Tahsin said.
6. Change the sentences according to directions:
(a) Very few conquerors of the world were so great as Taimur. (Superlative)
(b) The province of a powerful prince was once attacked by young Taimur. (Active)
(c) Entering the kingdom of the prince, he captured a large village. (Compound)
(d) The army killed Taimur’s all soldiers. (Passive)
(e) He disguised himself as a poor traveler to survive. (Complex)
(f) He came to a house and asked for something to eat. (Simple)
(g) There lived an old woman in the house. (Complex)
(h) The woman became sympathetic to see Taimur. (Interrogative)
(i) The food was very hot. (Exclamatory)
(j) Taimur was too hungry to wait. (Negative)
7. Complete the sentences:
(a) It is English which —.
(b) But most of the students don’t know how —.
(c) If a student wants to do well in English —.
(d) Unless he/she practices it, —.
(e) It is high time —.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis:
People are (a) — (general) fond of glittering things. They are the (b) — (love) of the surface. They are concerned with the (c) — (out) show of things and beings. They (d) — (hard) bother about intrinsic value. Gold is a very (e) — (value) thing. But there are (f) —(vary) metals in nature that look like gold. They fade soon and become less (g) — (beauty). So the surface of anything should not be the key for its (h) — (measure). We all should be (i) — (care) about this truth. Otherwise, we will have to be (j) — (repent) in the long run.
9. Make tag questions of these statements:
(a) At present, everybody likes cricket, —?
(b) Students hardly miss watching this game, —?
(c) Nothing is more enjoyable to them than cricket, —?
(d) How exciting the game is, —?
(e) Let’s play this game, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:
(a) — taking food, we should bear in mind (b) — we do not eat just to satisfy hunger or to fill the belly. We eat (c) — we can preserve our health. Some people living in the midst of plenty, do not eat the food they need for good health (d) — they have no knowledge of the science of health and nutrition. (e) — they suffer from various diseases.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text:
whats your programme after the examination asked ratul nabil said i havent yet decided can you suggest any lets go on a picnic said ratul what an excellent idea
2. Rajshahi Board 2017
1 Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the form of the words. You may need to use one word more than once.
Numerous
suitable
maintain
moreover
the
early
ages
make
a
fresh
Morning walk is an exercise (a) — for the people of all (b) —. It gives us (c) — benefits. (d) — people who wake up (e) — and go out for (f) — walk, can enjoy (g) —morning air. (h) — this exercise helps them (i) — good health. Again, they can (j) — a good start of their work.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank.
Man is the (a) — of his own fate. If he makes a proper (b) — of time and does his duties (c) —, he is sure to improve and (d) — in life. But if he does not (e) — it, he is sure to (f) —. Then he will be (g) — to drag a miserable (h) —. To spoil time is (i) — for a person. For our life is nothing (j) — the sum total of hours, days and years.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below
Kazi Nazrul
is
as a rebel poet
His writings
inspired
almost all branches of literature
He
explored
in a small village in India
was born
our freedom fighters
is known
our national poet
4. Complete the following text with right forms of verbs given in the box.
Speak
choose
be
fail
suffer
enable
live
see
give
take
There are several reasons why friendship (a) — so necessary in human life. A man without a friend is like a man (b) — in wilderness. Moreover, it (c) — him to understand his surroundings in a better way. By (d) — to a friend, a man can get relief. The advice (e) — by a friend is sometimes more reliable than his own judgment. Thus, it is (f) — that friendship is really important. But a man must (g) — time while (h) — a friend. If he (i) — to select the right person as a friend, he (j) — in the long run.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text.
My mother said, “Won’t you go to school today?” I said, “Mother, I feel feverish today. I don’t want to go to school.” “Ok, take a rest now. You should be more careful about your health,” said mother.
6. Change the sentences according to directions.
(a) My friend invited me to pay a visit to Cox’s Bazar. (Make complex sentence)
(b) I was very glad. (Make negative sentence)
(c) I accepted the invitation. (Use passive voice)
(d) When I reached there, my friend received me cordially. (Make simple sentence)
(e) I was very excited to see the sea beach. (Make exclamatory sentence)
(f) It is the largest sea beach in the world. (Use positive degree)
(g) It is one of the most beautiful sea beaches in the world. (Use comparative degree)
(h) It is called the pleasure seekers’ paradise. (Use active voice)
(i) Every year a lot of people come to visit it. (Make compound sentence)
(j) If I could visit the sea beach! (Make assertive sentence)
7. Complete the following sentences.
(a) Books are our best friends because —
(b) A man who reads books regularly —
(c) By reading books —
(d) We can learn moral values —
(e) We should inspire the students —
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis.
Early rising is the habit of (a) — (get) up from bed early in the morning. An early (b) — (rise) can enjoy the (c) — (fresh) of the morning air. He can hear the (d) — (melody) songs of the birds. Again, he can start his day’s work (e) — (early) than others. An early riser does not suffer from (f) — (physic) problems very often. So, he need not go to any (g) — (physic) (h) — (frequent). Thus, an early riser enjoys (i) — (vary) benefits and leads a (j) — (peace) life.
9. Make tag questions of the following statements.
(a) Patriotism is a great virtue, —?
(b) Every religion teaches us to be patriots, —?
(c) We all must remember that the country is above everything, —?
(d) Why some people forget it is really a question, —?
(e) We hope that nobody will derail from the right path, —?
10. Complete the passage with suitable connectors.
Ripa is a student of class ten. (a) — she is meritorious, she never takes pride in her merit. She is helpful to all. (b) — any weak student comes to her with any problem, she tries to help him. She is respectful of the senior (c) — affectionate to the junior. She is simple in behaviour (d) — strict in principle. (e) — everyone loves her.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.
the teacher said to me dont you like to practise english its an important subject and you should be more careful about it
3. Dhaka Board 2017
English: Second Paper
Time: 3 hours Subject Code: 108
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. you may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. .5×10=5
on
to
by
a
Learning
rote
proper
then
speak
is
(a) — continuous process. Learning a language depends on a process based (b) — language skills. We need to practice four skills (c) — learn a language (d) —. We learn by listening, (e) — reading and writing. But we have to learn not by (f) — but by understanding. We know that (g) — child starts to learn its mother tongue (h) — listening and lipsing and (i) — speaking. Native (j) — learn their language easily by listening and speaking.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Every student wants to do well (a) — the examination. But it is not (b) — easy task. A student has to work (c) — for this. From the very (d) — of the year, he must be serious. He should read the (e) — books again and again. He must not memorize answers (f) — understanding. He must not make note (g) — a common source. He should have a good command (h) — English. By doing all (i) — thing, a student can hope to make (j) — excellent result.
3. Make five meaningful sentence using parts of sentences from each column of the table below.
Rural people
depends
mostly illiterate
Bangladesh
be
the development of the villages
Our villages
means
under devoloped though they are the heart of the country
Rural development
a land of villages
So, prosperity of the country
on the welfare of the villages
4. Complete the following text with right forms of verbs given in the box.
manage
rescue
acquire
work
go
invent
give
teach
print
run
Edison never (a) — to school. All education that he ever got (b) — to him by his mother. At the age of twelve, he was put to (c) — on a railway. Having a great deal to do with newspapers, he (d) — to pick up the art of (e) — and he printed a newspaper of his own named “The Weekly Herald.” One day he (f) — a station-master’s child which was nearly (g) — over by a train. The station-master out of gratitude, (h) — him how to use the telegraph. Young Edison soon (i) — great skill at the telegraph. When only twenty, Edison (j) — a new telegraph which was extremely useful.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text.
“Good morning, can I help you?” said the manager. “Yes, I was told to come over here to get a parking sticker. Is it the right place? “said the lady. “Yes, it is. What’s the registration number of your car? ” said the manager.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions
(a) Mother Teresa is an icon to many people. (Make it interrogative sentence)
(b) She is respected by everybody. (Make it active)
(c) She is one of the greatest persons of the world. (Make it positive)
(d) She was very kind to the needy and the ill-fated. (Make it negative)
(e) She believes that charity is a great virtue. (Make it compound sentence)
(f) Actually Mother Teresa was a noble hearted person. (Make it complex sentence)
(g) Mother Teresa was a very passionate woman. (Make it an exclamatory sentence)
(h) She helped those who were helpless. (Make it a simple sentence)
(i) She set up “Nirmal Hridoy” in Kolkata. (Make it a compound sentence)
(j) Who does not know about the charity of Mother Teresa? (Make it assertive)
7. Complete the sentences.
(a) There goes a proverb that — .
(b) Though lost wealth can be regained by hard work, lost time — .
(c) Time is so valuable that — .
(d) Those who — cannot shine in life.
(e) —, you must be successful.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis.
Flowers are the symbol of love and (a) — (pure). They are (b) — (know) for their beauty and fragrance. Some flowers are (c) — (note) for their fragrance and same are for their beauty. But the rose is favourite to us for its colour and beauty. Its mother place is the city of Paris. The (d) — (japan) are exceptionally famous for its (e) — (cultivate). At present most of the countries grow rose in plenty. It (f) — (general) grows from June to November. Its scent makes us (g) — (cheer). It makes people lively, lovely, (h) — (affection) and so on. By (i) — (grow) roses in plenty, we can export them and solve our (j) — (employ) problem.
9. Make tag questions of the following statements.
(a) Telling lies is a great sin, —?
(b) One lie begets hundred lies, —?
(c) Man hardly believes a lair, —?
(d) A liar has to lead a miserable life, —?
(e) So, all of us ought to refrain from telling lies, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
We know that trees are essential for all kinds of creatures. They give us not only food (a) — oxygen. They protect us from natural calamities. (b) —, they are called the saviour of our environment. (c) — many people are not aware of this. They cut down trees randomly. (d) —, forest lands are shrinking. (e) — people go on cutting down trees, one day there well be no trees left for us.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.
in a certain school a student once found a one hundred taka note in the playground he took it to his teacher what shall I do with it asked the teacher
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Touhid Hasan/ Tania Akter. You have passed HSC and taken a one-year diploma on Computer. You have found a vacancy advertisement published in “The Daily Azadi” for the post of ” A Receptionist” in Medical Centre Hospital, Chittagong. Now, Write a CV with a Cover letter for the post. Your CV should not excees one page.
13. Suppose, you are sakib Ahmed/ Sabrina Chowdhury and you are a student of Rangpur Zilla school, Rangpur. You know learning computer is a must for all nowadays. But there is no computer club in your school. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of your school for opening a computer club as early as possible
14. A rickshaw puller is a very familiar figure in our country. He plays a great role in our communication system. But he leads a very miserable life for financial problem. Now, write a paragraph in 150 words on “The life of a rickshaw puller”. 15. Bangladesh is a land of six seasons. Every season has its own special aspects. You have a great attraction for one of the seasons. Now, write a composition on “The seasons you like most”. (250 words)
4. Dinajpur Board 2017
English: Second Paper
Time: 3 hours
Subject Code: 108
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1. Fill in the blanks with words from the box. You may need to to change the forms of some words. You may need to use one word more than once.
the
friend
in
entire
appreciate
or
of
for
forward
Gratefulness is (a) — acknowledgement and (b) — of help received from others. In the society we cannot do all things. Sometimes we need the help (c) — others. We are (d) — dependent in the society. A man may be in danger (e) — in problem at any time. It is a natural instinct in man to come (f) — to help the needy because of his fellow-feeling, (g) — and kinship. Gratefulness comes from (h) — depth of the heart and finds its manifestation (i) — books, words and deeds of the grateful man. The grateful man feels highly obliged (j) — the benefit he has received.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Trees are (a) — to man in many ways. They provide us (b) — oxygen without which we cannot live more than a few minutes. They supply (c) — with vitamin and food, give us shade and help to (d) — drought and flood. Unfortunately, we cannot realize (e) — importance of trees. We cut them (f) — in large numbers. (g) — it is a suicidal attempt. (h) — we do not stop (i) — acts, soon our country will, no doubt, turn (j) — a desert.
3. Make five, meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below.
People
means
raise themselves to achieve it
The real freedom
must
freedom from want, disease and ignorance.
Liberty
does not decend
upon people automatically.
It
is
a fruit that is an old idea.
Freedom from foreign domination
be earned before it can be enjoyed.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once.
dissuade
carry
employ
forbid
be
address
go
work
do
Child labour has (a) — internationally by the UN. To make a child (b) — the work that is suitable for a man is punishable. Yet in the third world countries, the number of child labour (c) — up day by day. Bangladesh (d) — one of these countries. Though government is committed to (e) — rich people to engage children in labourious work, things are not so easy. Poverty (f) — the first impediment in this field. The poor parents want to get additional earning by (g) — their children in work. Many children (h) — at different sectors now. But this should not be (i) — on. We should immediately (j) — this problem.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text.
“My sons, listen to me. A great treasure lies hidden in the land. I am going to leave it to you.” “How will we find it?” said the sons. “You must dig the land for it,” said the old man.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions.
(a) We are grateful to the freedom fighters. (Make it negative sentence)
(b) Their contribution is greater than any other thing. (Make it positive Degree)
(c) The freedom fighters who died in the Liberation War are called martyrs. (Make it a compound sentence)
(d) The National memorial has been built with a view to paying tribute to their memories. (Make it complex sentence)
(e) A freedom fighter is the greatest son of the soil. (Make it comparative sentence)
(f) They fought bravely and snatched the red sun of independence. (Make it simple sentence)
(g) Mother Teresa was a very passionate woman. (Make it an exclamatory sentence)
(h) Though their weapons were ordinary, they had much courage in their mind. (Make it compound sentence)
(i) Their contribution will never be forgotten. (Affirmative sentence)
(j) The government has taken some steps to improve the condition. (Passive)
7. Compound the sentence.
(a) It is said that —.
(b) In youth the mind is soft that —.
(c) If we lose the morning hours of life —.
(d) We will reap good harvest —.
(e) On the other hand, if we remain lazy —.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the brackets.
Life without leisure and (a) — (relax) is dull. Life becomes — (charm) if one does not have any time to enjoy the (c) — (beauty) objects of nature. (d) — (monotony) work hinders the (e) — (smooth) of work. Leisure (f) — (rich) our sprit to work. Everybody knows that (g) — (work) is (h) — (harm). Leisure does not mean (i) — (idle). It gives freshness to — (creat) our energy.
9. Make tag question of the following statements.
(a) Time and tide wait for none, —?
(b) Unfortunately, many of us waste our time, —?
(c) None can prosper in life without utilizing time properly, —?
(d) So, everybody should realize this truth, —?
(e) Let’s make the best use of time, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
Globalization is a term (a) — is commonly used by man. (b) — it is a process of expanding trade and commerce all over the world creating a borderless market. (c) — global development we have conquered the time (d) — distance. (e) —, we can learn that is happening in the farthest corner of the world.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.
why are you putting up the food in your pocket why don’t you eat asked the noble man i am doing the right thing replied sheikh sadi Part B : Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Atik/Atika. You have complted your study M.A in Bangla. Then you have completed a 2 years diploma on Library Science. Recently you have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of Librarian in a renowned college. Now a write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.
13. Suppose, you are Nahian/Nahia of Ruppur Model High School. Your School has no common room. For want of a common room, the students spend their leisure aimlessly. Now, write an application to your Headmaster for openings a common room in your School campus.
14. Imagine, you are the students of a renowned school of the city. You have very big and resourceful library. You use regularly in a certain manner and get much benefit. Now write a paragraph on your School Library within works.
15. Everyone has his/has favorite game. Now write a composition Your favorite game. Now write a composition on Your favorite game focusing the research behind your likings. (250 words)
5. Sylhet Board 2017
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once.
forward
up
move
the
a
at
in
for
number
Traffic jam is (a) — problem in all towns and cities (b) — Bangladesh. It occurs where a (c) — of vehicles crowd so close that (d) — becomes impossible (e) — sometime. It is more common where (f) — streets are narrow and have many bends. Weak traffic control system is also largely responsible (g) — it. It is very annoying and time killing. When caught in a traffic jam, we simply get stuck (h) — at one place. We can neither move (i) — nor backward. We have to wait and look repeatedly (j) — our watch.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words:
Trees bear a great impact (a) — the climate. If we destroy trees (b) — random, one day the country will turn (c) — a great desert. The country will bear the consequences of greenhouse (d) —. Again, there will be no rain and as a result the country will face a great crisis because ours is (e) — agricultural country and our economy is dependent on (f) —. Again, our agriculture (g) — on rain. So, trees have a (h) — effect on our climate. Trees keep the soil strong. Trees save us (i) — flood and many other natural (j) —.
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below
Ambition
work
to be competitive too.
Almost all of us
cherish
successful in life if one sits idly.
One
needs to
a particular ambition.
One’s ambition
can never be
hard to materialize any ambition.
One
means
a desire to achieve something.
4. Complete the following text with the right form of verbs given in the box.
get
refresh
take
walk
keep
be
enjoy
reap
avail
do
A walk by the riverside in the evening (a) — very useful and pleasant. One (b) — not only beautiful sight but also (c) — fresh air. It (d) — the mind when one (e) — a walk by the river-side. Bangladesh is a riverine country and you can (f) — yourself of this opportunity of (g) — by the river side. In the cities there are parks where you can go for a walk. This will help you (h) — fit. But if you (i) — it regularly, you will not be able to (j) — the benefit.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text
“What are you doing now, Rashed?” I said. “I am watching an interesting program on television.” “Aren’t you wasting your time?” “No, I don’t think so,” he said. “Remember, too much watching of TV makes people lazy.”
6. Change the sentences according to directions:
(a) We should read books to gain knowledge. (Make it a complex sentence)
(b) Books introduce us to the realm of knowledge. (Make it passive)
(c) The books of great writers contain noble thoughts and great ideas. (Make it an interrogative sentence)
(d) If we read books, we can enrich our minds. (Make it a simple sentence)
(e) Books are the greatest friends. (Make it positive)
(f) They give us both knowledge and pleasure. (Make it Negative)
(g) As they are our real friends, they remain with us in time of danger. (Make it a compound sentence)
(h) Some books are very interesting. (Make it an exclamatory sentence)
(i) We can build up a developed society by reading books. (Make it a complex sentence)
(j) Nothing but books can remove the darkness of ignorance. (Make it an affirmative sentence)
7. Complete the sentences
(a) Cricket is a game —.
(b) Boys and girls of our country —.
(c) Though cricket is a costly game, —-.
(d) Bangladesh is a test playing country —.
(e) — to upgrade the standard.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the underlined words:
Food (a) — (adulterate) is a crime. Adulterated food is (b) — (poison) and causes (c) — (curable) diseases. Some (d) — (greed) businessmen are responsible for this (e) — (wicked). The steps so far taken by the government against those (f) — (honest) businessmen (g) — (real) deserve praise. (h) — (present), the fraudulent businessmen are much alarmed. (i) — (Hopeful), we will be able to shun this (j) — (practice) very soon.
9. Make tag questions of these following statements:
(a) Mina is having a birthday party in the afternoon, —?
(b) Yes, she’s been busy cleaning and dusting the drawing room, —?
(c) Yesterday her father bought her a lovely dress, —?
(d) And, her mother wants to give her a pleasant surprise, —?
(e) Let’s buy a nice gift for her, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:
None can deny the importance of tree plantation (a) — our lives on earth directly or indirectly depend on it. (b) — it is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c) — trees are planted, soon our country will turn into desert. (d) — there will be an adverse change in the climate. (e) — we should plant more and more trees for our own sake. 11. capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text:
why dont you attend classes regularly the teacher said to the boy you cannot expect good result unless you attend classes be regular in class
6. Barishal Board-2017
English (Compulsory)
English Second Paper [According to the Syllabus of 2017]
Part A-Grammar (Marks — 60)
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the form of words. You may need to use one word more than once:
blessing
harm
children
debate
of
to
from
the
on
The issue (a) — using cell phones at school is (b) — matter of recent (c) —. Many schools are struggling (d) — prevent their students (e) — using cell phones. Guardians also have different views on allowing their (f) — to use technological devices such as cell phones, video games and (g) — internet. There are some guardians who do not want their children to use technology as it might cause (h) — to them. (i) — the other hand, some guardians do not want to deprive them of the (j) — of technology.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank:
Sleep is one of (a) — most important factors (b) — human life. (c) — sound man cannot go (d) — sleeping. Sleep is (e) — healing medicine of the troubled (f) —. It relieves physical and mental pain. Night is the proper time of (g) —. But if (h) — man has to pass a sleepless night, he never feels well. He loses energy and peace of mind. As a result, he becomes indifferent (i) — his (j) — and responsibilities.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below:
Whales
live
strong family ties
They
look after
in herds.
behave
like human beings.
show
in water but they do not behave like fish
one another in times of danger.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box
kill
get
put
bite
be
have
carry
lay
would
fly
Malaria (a) — by a kind of mosquito. If a mosquito (b) — man who (c) — malaria, it will carry away some of the germs of the disease. If this mosquito then bites a healthy man, the germs may (d) — into his blood and he gets malaria. Mosquitoes (e) — their eggs in the standing water. If there was no standing water, there would be no mosquitoes and so there (f) — no malaria. Sometimes people (g) — kerosene oil on standing water and this (h) — the mosquitoes before they (i) — big enough to (j) — away.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text:
“Dear friend, which book do you want?” “A Practical English Grammar’ of A. J. Thomson. I lost my copy yesterday,” said Oishe. “I can lend you. But return it in a week,” I said.
6. Change the sentences according to directions in the brackets:
(a) There was an old man in a village. (Interrogative)
(b) He was very poor but honest. (Complex)
(c) He was one of the best cap makers with palm leaves. (Positive)
(d) He sold them in the neighbouring market. (Voice change)
(e) Earning money in this way, he thus maintained his family. (Compound)
(f) One day he could not but go to a market. (Affirmative)
(g) The market was far from his house. (Negative)
(h) He had a basket full of caps. (Complex)
(i) He was too tired to walk. (Compound)
(j) He sat under the tree and fell asleep. (Simple)
7. Complete the sentences:
(a) Slum dwellers are so poor —.
(b) As they live there in an inhuman condition, —.
(c) Although they do hard labour from dawn to dusk, —.
(d) Come forward to help them lest —.
(e) Only then they will be able to —.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis:
Zahir Raihan was one of the most (a) — (talent) filmmakers in Bangladesh. He was an (b) — (act) worker of the Language Movement. He was also present at the (c) — (history) meeting at Amtala on February 21, 1952. All through his life, Zahir dreamt for a (d) — (democrat) society, a society that will (e) — (sure) freedom of speech and will. He made a — (legend) film Jibon Theke Neya based on the Language (g) — (Move) of 1952. He could see the (h) — (incept) of a free and (i) — (dependent) Bangladesh. And it’s a pity that this (j) — (dream) was missing at such a time when his dream came true.
9. Make tag questions of these statements
(a) Man is the best creature of God, —?
(b) But sometimes the beast in us comes out, —?
(c) Some of us are known as good persons in the society, —?
(d) Those who are involved to do harm to others should avoid it, —?
(e) Let’s make a peaceful and happy society, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:
Rural life and urban life have many common sides. (a) — differences between them are greater. Rural people do not have adequate educational and medical facilities. (b) — they face problems with their communication network. (c) — the urban people enjoy an educational and medical facilities. (d) — the people of cities and towns enjoy a smooth and easy communication system. (e) — there is a rush of people to come to cities from villages every year.
11. Use capital letters and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text:
oh my lord please dont kill the child said the first woman to the king solomon let her have it king solomon said to them now everything is clear to me pointing the first woman he said to the servant give her the child she is the mother of the baby
7. Jashore Board 2017
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once:
repent
the
of
sure
make
in
to
a
do
life
Man is the (a) — of his own fate. If he makes (b) — proper division of his time and (c) — his duties accordingly, he will (d) — improve and prosper (e) — life. But if he does otherwise, he is sure (f) — suffer when it is too late. To waste time is as bad as to commit suicide. In fact, our (g) — is nothing but the sum total (h) — hours, days, and years. If we waste (i) — morning hours of life, we shall have to (j) — afterwards.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words
A great (a) — of people speak English all over (b) — world. Some people use (c) — as a first language and some people take it as (d) — second language. Many international organizations now (e) — on English to communicate with offices in different (f) —. Their advertisements published (g) — different newspapers are in English. They also want people who possess a good (h) — over English. People seeking (i) — can’t expect to get a good one (j) — knowing English.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below
Drug addiction
is
strong attraction for any harmful thing.
Drugs
has
not only a national but also a global problem.
These drugs
means
used for intoxicating and stimulating effects.
Addiction
are
grasped the young generation of the country.
taken by smoking or through injection.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box
tremble
ask
have
drown
be
say
come
cross
begin
know
One day a scholar (a) — a river with a boat. Suddenly a ghastly wind (b) — to blow. The scholar (c) — with fear. The boatman (d) — him if he (e) — how to swim. The answer from the scholar (f) — negative. Then the boatman (g) —, “Very soon you are going to (h) —. You (i) — a lot of knowledge but it (j) — to use at this moment.” 5. Change the narrative style of the following text “Why did you not go to school yesterday, Rimu?” asked the mother. “I was ill, mum.” “How are you today?” “Well,” answered the girl. “Don’t worry for me.”
6. Change the sentences according to directions in the brackets
(a) Strategy is the most important thing in the examination. (Comparative)
(b) Any answer in the exam should not be elaborated. (Active)
(c) When he gets the question paper he should read it carefully. (Simple)
(d) At first glance, the questions may seem difficult. (Negative)
(e) A student should attempt to answer all the questions to get good marks. (Complex)
(f) If an examinee answers all the questions, the examiner becomes glad to see that. (Simple)
(g) But, it is better than not answering at all. (Positive)
(h) It is really sensible. (Exclamatory)
(i)The examinee should not waste time by doing it. (Passive)
(j) Without following this process, you cannot bring a good result in an examination. (Compound)
7. Complete the following sentences
(a) Five years have passed since —
(b) Hardly had the assembly began —
(c) — lest you should miss the plane.
(d) Danger often comes —
(e) The lady speaks as if —
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis –
You should bear in mind that (a) — (confidence) assists a man to reach the goal of life. The lack of (b) — (determine) leads one to lose the confidence. You need it in order to (c) — (come) the problems of life. Fix a target and then try (d) — (sincere) to gain success. Don’t lose heart if you fail. Remember that (e) — (fail) is the pillar of success. Whereas, success without (f) — (compete) is not enjoyable. Determination keeps you (g) — (mental) strong and make (h) — (prepare) for struggling to reach the goal. Nobody can be (i) — (success) in his mission. Failure makes him more (j) — (determine) to work hard. 9. Make tag question of the following statements:
(a) The freedom fighters are the real heroes, —?
(b) Nothing is greater than their sacrifice, —?
(c) Their contribution for our country will always be remembered, —?
(d) We should never neglect them, —?
(e) Every citizen of Bangladesh must have due respect for them, —?
10. Complete the passage with suitable connectors:
Trees are very important (a) — they produce Oxygen (b) — is a must for man and all living beings. We must realize (c) — they help us in many ways. (d) — trees are less in number, there will be an increased amount of carbon di-oxide in the atmosphere. (e) — it will enhance greenhouse effect.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the text below!
my sons listen to me said rahman an old farmer a great treasure lies hidden in the land there i am going to leave it for you the sons asked how shall we find it
8. Cumilla Board 2017
English: Second Paper
Time: 3 hours
Subject Code: 108
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1. Fill in the blanks with words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some words. You may need to use one word than once.
between
saying
physical
of
on
participation
personality
for
an
beneficial
Sports are very essential (a) — us. There are various types (b) — sports. Among them cricket, football, volleyball, swimming etc. are very popular. All types of sports are (c) — to us. There is relation (d) — the body and the mind. “A sound mind lives in a sound body,” is a wise (e) —. In order to win success in life, we should have a sound health which depends (f) — regular (g) — in game and sports. Sports keep us (h) — fit. Sports exercise (i) — important influence in forming one’s (j) —.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
The Eiffel Tower was named (a) — Gustavo Effiel, a Frenchman who built (b) — Tower. He graduated from the Central School of Engineering in Paris and went to work for a railway (c) — company. For years Gustave made plan (d) — plan of dams, factories, stations and structures of great size. All (e) — Europe engineers copied them. In the middle of 1880 a group of French industrialists persuade the government to organize (f) — World’s Fair (g) — Paris. Gustave Eiffel proposed a 989-foot tower of iron as symbol of the (h) —. Forty engineers and designers under Eiffel’s (i) — worked for two years. It was (j) — highest structure yet made by man.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below.
Mount Everest
is
difficult and dangerous because of snow.
It
might be
exciting and challenging to them.
But climbing the Everest
has fascinated
the climbers always.
There
looks
in the Himalayan Mountain.
snow slides and cracks under ice.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of verbs given in the box.
prepare
form
get
should
be
maintain
succeed
influence
use
call
Student life (a) — the golden season of life. This (b) — the time when we should (c) — ourselves for future. The very habits (d) — in the student life (e) — the later phases of life. Right from the student life, they (f) — be careful in (g) — discipline. They should (h) — their time properly. If they do not use their time, they will not (i) — in life. They should (j) — punctual from the very beginning of their student life.
5. Change the narrative style the following text.
The teacher said to the boy, “Do you know 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 Allah grant you a long life,” said the teacher to boy.
6. Change the sentences according to the direction.
(a) Haji Mohammod Mohsin was more generous than any other man in this subcontinent. (Positive)
(b) He was born in Hoogly. (complex)
(c) He inherited a vast property from his father and sister. (Interrogative)
(d) He did not misuse this wealth. (Passive)
(e)He is called a friend of humanity. (Active)
(f) He didn’t marry. (Affirmative)
(g) During his life time, he spent money lavishly to help the poor. (Compound)
(h) He was very kind to the poor. (Negative)
(i) One night when he was saying his prayer, a thief broke into his room. (Simple)
(j) He caught the thief but didn’t punish him. (Complex)
7. Complete the sentences.
(a) This is Bangladesh —.
(b) The people of Bangladesh are friendly though —.
(c) When anyone falls in danger, others —.
(d) We love and help one another as if —.
(e) We work seriously in order that Bangladesh —.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the words given in the parenthesis.
Trees are (a) — (use) to man in many ways. They are companion in our day to day life. It is (b) — (possible) to build our homes, furniture etc. without trees. Trees save us from flood and (c) — (nature) calamities. It (d) — (strength) the soil. If we cut trees (e) — (discriminately) there will be ecological (f) — (balanced). So, tree (g) — (plant) programme should be extended for a better, (h) — (happy), (i) — (healthy) life and (j) — (peace) environment.
9. Make tag questions of the following statements.
(a) Most of students who fail in English do not have strong foundation on grammar, —?
(b) No, they read only to pass the examination, —?
(c) Yes, teacher should motivate them to learn the basic thing, —?
(d) Yes, they cannot help learning grammar, —?
(e) No, moreover, practice is essential too, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
21 February is a red-letter day in our national history. It is our pride (a) — no nation of the world has ever fought for its language the way we fought. So, it has been now declared as the International Mother Language Day. The proposal has been passed unanimously in the General Assembly of the the UNESCO (b) — some country pointed out (c) — the incident of 21st is related to the Banglees only. (d) —, the recognition of the day (e) — the International Mother Language Day by UNESCO has upheld the prestige of Banglees all over the world.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following.
how dare you are to wake me up the lion roared i shall kill you for that please let me go the mouse cried i did not mean to wake you up
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Emon, you have obtained MA Degree from the University of Dhaka ABC School is going to recruit some assistant teachers. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. You CV shouldn’t exceed one page. Now a write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.
13. Imagine, you are Arafat Rahman, a student of Rajuk High School, Shylet, there is no computer club in your school. Now, on behait of the students of your school write an application to your Headmaster to set up a computer club in your school. 14. Suppose, you have visited the Amor Ekushey Boimela this Year and had an experience. Write a paragraph on “Your Visite to Book Fair”.
15. Write a composition on “A Journey you have recently enjoyed”.
9. Chittangong Board 2017
English: Second Paper
Time: 3 hours
Subject Code: 108
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some words. You may need to use one word more than once.
between
physical
an
for
beneficial
saying
of
Personality
participation
on
Sports are very essential (a) — us. There are various types (d) — sports. Among them cricket, football, volleyball etc. are very popular. All types of sports are (c) — to us. There is a relation (d) — the body and the mind.”A sound mind in a sound body,” is a wise (e) —. In order to win success in life, we should have sound health which depends (f) — regular (g) — in game and sports. Sports keep us (h) — fit. Sports exercise (i) — important influence in forming one’s (j) —.
2. Fill in the blanks suitable words.
A man of (a) — is respected always (b) — after his death for his (c) —. He is an (d) — person who devotes himself with a view to (e) — education in the society. He always (f) — people how to (g) — between right and wrong. (h) — fact, he is the authentic person (i) — the world should (j) —.
3. Make five sentences using parts of sentences from column of the table below.
Sincerity
are
indifferent to the importance of sincerity.
A sincere man
is
properly.
The great people
work
not aware of its importance.
The people of our country
also sincere to their work.
They
a great virtue.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box below.
have
try
buy
face
think
be
require
cheat
Price hike of household products (a) — now a problem for us. Every day we (b) — it. Most of our people (c) — low income are in danger. They (d) — of purchasing meat and fish as they (e) —. The price of vegetables is also high. We are to bargain (f) — simple product. Many times, the buyers (g) —. There (h) — a fixed price for every time. Then it (i) — possible to make the buyers free from harassment. Government (j) — to fulfill our expectation.
5. Change the sentences according to directions.
“How lovely the doll is! I’ll buy it,” said Mona. “No, it is not durable. Tomorrow we’ll visit another village fair. Then you can buy another doll. Let’s go now,” said mother. “You must buy me a good doll,” said Mona. “Yes,” replied mother.
6. Change the sentences according to directions.
(a) Who does not want to succeed in life? (Assertive)
(b) It is not an easy thing. (Affirmative)
(c) Being industrious, everyone can prosper in life. (Negative)
(d) The idle always lag behind. (complex)
(e) We must work hard so that we can earn money. (simple)
(f) By working hard, we can improve our lot. (compound)
(g) The light of prosperity can be seen by a hard-working person. (Active)
(h) Women should work as much as men. (comparative)
(i) We should remember that industry is the key to success. (passive)
(j) An idle man leads a very miserable life. (Exclamatory)
7. Complete the following sentences.
(a) He pretends as if —.
(b) It is high time —.
(c) Walk slowly lest —.
(d) — cannot succeed.
(e) Had I seen you before —.
8. Complete die text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis.
(a) — (Kind) is a divine virtue. So we should not be (b) — (kind) to the people in distress and even to (c) —- (low) animals. Some naughty boys (d) — (joy) beating the lower animals like dogs and cats. This is an (e) — (rational) behaviour. Animals are dumb (f) — (create). They are (g) — (harm) beings. Some animals are very (h) — (faith) and they feel no (i) — (hesitate) to risk their lives for our (j) — (protect).
9. Complete the following sentences using appropriate question tags.
(a) Fishes can swim, —?
(b) Once our rivers abounded with fishes, —?
(c) But at present the water of most of the fivers has been polluted, —?
(d) So, there is scarcity of fish, —?
(e) We must take measures to protect the rivers from being polluted, —?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
Global warming is increasing day by day (a) — deforestation. We cut down trees (b) — never think of planting more trees. (c) — human and other living beings are in the threat of extinction. Time is coming (d) — there will be no tree left for us. (e) — we have to face bitter consequences of deforestation.
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.
thomas alva edison a great scientist was born in 1847 in ohio america as a little boy he was inquisitive he always wanted to know how things were done very early in life he showed that he was full of curiosity a quality which is so important to inventors
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Md. Saiful Bari and you have passed MSS in Mass Communication. You have seen a vacancy ad for the post of an English news caster in a renowned Satellite TV Channel. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.
13. Suppose, you are Shathi/ Sabuj, a student of pronner High School, Rangpur. You are facing some problems in your school library especially the inadequacy of books essential for preparing notes. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of your school praying for enhancing library facilities.
14. Early rising is a good habit. It has many benefits for our happy and healthy life. Now, write a paragraph in 250 words on “The benefits of early rising”. 15. Write a composition on “The Season you Like Most”.
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
May Day or International Workers’ Day is observed on May 1 all over the world today to commemorate the historical struggle and sacrifices of the working people to establish an eight-hour workday. It is a public holiday in almost all the countries of the world. Since the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and the US, the workers in mills and factories had been working a long shift, fourteen or even more hours a day.
On May 1st in 1886, inspired by the trade unions, half of the workers at the Mc Cormick Harvester Company in Chicago went on strike demanding an eight-hour work day. Two days later, a workers’ rally was held near the Mc Cormick Harvester Company and about 6000 workers joined it. The rally was addressed by the labour leaders. They urged the workers to stand together, to go on with their struggle and not to give in to their bosses. Just at this moment some strike breakers started leaving the meeting place. The strikers went down the street to bring them back. Suddenly about 200 policemen attacked them with clubs and revolvers. One striker was killed instantly, five or six others were badly injured.
The events of May 1, 1886 are a reminder that workers will continue to be exploited until they stand up and speak out to gain better working conditions, better pay and better lives.
1. Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) The word ‘commemorate’ in line two means –
(i) identify (ii) remember (iii) demonstrate (iv) display
(b) The prevailing work hour of the workers had been very —
(i) tolerable (ii) short (iii) lengthy (iv) expectable
(c) In the rally, the labour leaders inspired the workers –
(i) to follow their bosses. (ii) to honour their bosses.
(iii) not to surrender to their bosses. (iv) not to disobey their bosses.
(d) Whom does trade union represent?
(i) Farmers (ii) Teachers (iii) Workers (iv) Businessmen
(e) During the industrial revolution the workers in mills and factories had a/an –
(i) favourable environment (ii) satisfactory environment
(a) Why is May Day or International Worker’s Day observed now?
(b) When and where did the historic events of May 1st take place?
(c) How did the policemen behave with the workers during their protest?
(d) What inspired the workers joining the protest?
3. Read the following text and fill in each gap with suitable word based on the information of the text: 0.5×10=5
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 industrialisation process in Bangladesh over the past decades has created significant environmental problems. Air pollution comes from a wide variety of sources. In Bangladesh poisonous exhaust from industrial plants, brick kilns, old and poorly-serviced vehicles and dust from roads and construction sites are some of the major sources of air pollution. We can minimise this type of pollution by making less use of motor vehicles and avoiding the use of vehicles older than twenty years. We may also use proper lubricants to lessen the level of emission and pollutants. We can encourage people to use Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for fuelling their cars. The government may relocate hazardous industries like brick kilns to areas away from human habitations.
At present, environment pollution is one of the greatest (a)____ in Bangladesh. There are various types of pollutions such (b) ____ air pollution, soil pollution and water pollution. Though it is widespread, the urban areas are badly (c) ____with it. Unplanned industrialization, wastage (d) ____ mills and factories, faulty vehicles and construction sites are the main (e) ____ of pollution. To get rid (f) ____all types of pollutions, some fruitful steps must be (g) ____. Firstly, to reduce air pollution, faulty and old vehicles must be avoided. On the other (h) ____, we can minimise water and soil pollution by proper management of all (i) ____ of wastage including industrial garbage. Finally, general people must be made (j) ____ of the adverse consequences of environment pollution.
4. Match the parts of the sentences in column A, B and C to write four complete sentences: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
Air pollution
are
from the vehicles is the main cause of it.
There
must be taken
to control this pollution.
Black smoke which
is
a number of reasons behind this pollution.
Immediate steps
is emitted
the most dangerous form of pollution.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
It was Autumn, August 26, 1910. A little girl was born to an Albanian descent, rich catholic merchant’s family in a small town called Skopje, Macedonia. She was the youngest of the three siblings and was named Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu, who had known that this tiny, little girl would one day become the servant of humanity-would love and serve the poorest of the poor and become the mother of humanity. Yes we are talking about none other than Mother Teresa. At the age of 12, she heard a voice from within her that urged her to spread the love of Christ. She decided that she would be a missionary. At the age of 18 she left her parental home. She then joined an Irish Community of nuns called the Sisters of Loreto, which had missions in India. After a few months of training at the institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin, Mother Teresa came to India. On May 24, 1931, she took her initial vows as a nun. From 1931 to 1948, Mother Teresa taught Geography and theology at St. Mary’s high school in Kolkata. However, the prevailing poverty in Kolkata had a deep impact on Mother Teresa’s mind, and in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent and devote herself to work among the poorest of the poor in the slums of Kolkata.
5. Complete the table below with the information from the passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Name
Mother Teresa
Nationality
(i)
Who/What
Event/activity
Place/where
Year/when
Mother Teresa
(ii)
Skopje
1910
(iii)
had missions
India
Mother Teresa
took vows as a nun
India
(iv)
She
taught geography
(v)
(vi)
shocked Mother Teresa
streets of Kolkata
6. Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
7. Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on “A school Library”. 8
(a) What is a school library?
(b) What kinds of books are there in your library?
(c) What is the use of your school library?
(d) How can you use your school library?
8. Suppose, you are Salam/Salma living at Patenga, Chottogram. Your friend Sumon/Sumona lives at Himchori, Cox’s bazar. Recently you have visited his/her house and stayed there for two days. Now, write an e-mail to him/her thanking his/her family members for their hospitality. 7
9. Suppose, you are Ebad and your friend is Rifa. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about tree plantation. 5
Answer
1. (a) (ii) remember (b) (iii) lengthy (c) (iii) not to surrender to their bosses.
(d) (iii) Workers (e) (iv) adverse environment
2. (a) May Day or International Workers’ Day is observed now all over the world to remember the historical struggle and sacrifices of the working people to establish an eight-hour workday.
(b) The historic events of May 1st took place on May 1st in 1886. The place was Mc Cormick Harvester Company at Chicago The USA.
(c) The policemen behaved very rudely with the workers during their protest. As it is seen in the passage that about 200 policemen attacked them with clubs and revolvers. They also killed and injured them.
(d) The trade unions inspired the workers joining the protest.
3. (a) problems (b) as (c) beset/associated/affected (d) of (e) causes/reasons (f) of (g) taken (i) hand (j) kinds/sorts (k) aware/careful
(c) An Irish Community of nuns called the Sisters of Loreto
(d) On May 24, 1931 (e) at St. Mary’s high school in Kolkata
(f) the prevailing poverty in Kolkata
2. Rajshahi Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
In the next class Ms. Choudhury tells her students the story of Lipi. The year before last, Lipi, a 14-years old girl was in class nine in a rural school in Rangpur. Lipi is the eldest of five children – three daughters and two sons. Their father is a day labourer working on other people’s land and mother is a homemaker and a part-time worker at other people’s homes. The parents, particularly the mother, found it real difficult to raise five children on the small income the father could earn. Perhaps that is why Lipi’s father wanted to marry her off. But Lipi was not ready to accept what her parents wanted to impose on her. She wanted to pursue her education. Her mother stood by her, though secretly. When her father arranged her marriage with Tara Mia, the only son of a farmer in the same village, she became greatly upset. Tara Mia was a widower- illiterate, but well-off. His father had a few acres of arable land and was influential in the village. The marriage seemed to be inevitable.
1. Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) Which of the following has the closest meaning of the word ‘impose’?
(i) appear (ii) set (iii) enforce (iv) rely
(b) Lipi had——siblings.
(i) two (ii) three (iii) four (iv) five
(c) Which of the following words describes Lipi’s father best?
(i) jobless (ii) indolent (iii) widower (iv) insolvent
(d) Which of the following best describes Lipi’s stand on her marriage?
(i) She was much interested in her marriage. (ii) She requested her parents to marry her off.
(iii) She was not willing to get married. (iv) Her father wanted Lipi to continue her studies
(e) What is the author’s main purpose behind writing the passage?
(i) To focus on the life of rural women. (ii) To depict the condition of our rural society.
(iii) To show the consequence of early marriage. (iv) To focus on the poor girl’s fate in our villages.
2. Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(i) What do you know about Lipi?
(ii) How was the financial condition of Lipi’s family?
(iii) Why was Lipi’s father going to marry her off at an early age?
(iv) Why did Lipi become greatly upset?
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
Countries of the world rely heavily on petroleum, coal and natural gas for their energy sources. There are two major types of energy sources: renewable and non-renewable. Hydrocarbon or fossil fuels are non- renewable sources of energy. Reliance on them poses real big problems. First, fossil fuels such as oil, coal, gas etc. are finite energy resources and the world eventually will run out of them. Secondly, they will become too expensive in the coming decades and too damaging for the environment. Thirdly, fossil fuels have direct polluting impacts on earth’s environment causing global warming. In contrast, renewable energy sources such as, wind and solar energy are constantly and naturally replenished and never run out. Most renewable energy comes either directly or indirectly from the sun. Sunlight or solar energy can be used for heating and lighting homes, for generating electricity and for other commercial and industrial uses.
3. Fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
People (a)____ the world are habituated to using two major types of energy sources. They are (b) ____ as renewable and non-renewable. Non-renewable energy sources are very harmful (c) ____ our nature. (d) ____ they are burnt, they produce different types of pollutants which are very (e) ____ for our environment. These kinds of energy sources are (f) ____. With the passage of time they will be (g) ____ and very expensive. They are also (h) ____ for global warming. (i) ____ the other hand, renewable energy sources are very (j) ____ and environment friendly.
4. Match the parts of sentences given in column ‘A’ ‘B’ and ‘C’ to write four complete sentences: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) To generate electricity people
of the world
are
finished or run out.
(b) One day these resources
should use
a lot of oil, coal and gas everyday.
(c) But wind and sunlight
will be
solar energy as an alternative source.
(d) For the betterment of us, we
are burning
unlimited around the world.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
It was late summer, 26 August 1910. A little girl was born to a rich Catholic merchants’ family of Albanian descent in a small town called Skopje, Macedonia. She was the youngest of the three siblings and was named Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu. Who could imagine at the time that this little girl would one day become the mother of humanity, loving and serving the poorest of the poor? Yes, we are talking about none other than
Mother Teresa. At the age of 12, she heard a voice from within that urged her to spread the love of Christ. She decided that she would be a missionary. At the age of 18 she left her parental home. She then joined an Irish community of nuns called the sisters of Loreto, which had missions in India. After a few months of training at the institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin, Mother Teresa came to India. On May 24, 1931, she took her initial vows as a nun. From 1931 to 1948, Mother Teresa taught geography and theology at St. Mary’s High School in Kolkata (then Calcutta). However, the widespread poverty in Kolkata had a deep impact on Mother Teresa and in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent and devote herself to caring for the poorest at the poor in the slums of Kolkata. For her contribution to humanity, she was awarded the Noble Peace Prize in 1979. She died at the age of 87, on 5 September, 1997.
5. Read the passage from the text and complete the following table with information from the passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Biography of Mother Teresa
Aim
Serving the helpless people
Life span
1910 to (i) —
Who
Event/activity
When
Place
Reason
Award
Mother
Teresa
(ii) —
1910
Skopje in Macedonia
She
(iii) —
1928
She
taught Geography and Theology
(iv) —
(v) —
was taken by her
1931
She
achieved
1979
(vi) —
Nobel peace prize
6. Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
7. Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on ‘A Book Fair’: 8
(a) What is a book fair?
(b) What types of books are available in the fair?
(c) How is the environment of the fair?
(d) What is the importance of a book fair?
8. Suppose, you are Samin/ Samina living at Rupnagar, Narayangonj. You have a friend named Joy/Joya living at Sonapur, Chattogram. He/She does not read the newspaper daily. Now, write an e-mail to him/her describing the importance of reading newspaper. 7
9. Suppose, you are Bakul and your friend is Nayon. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend on the benefits of early rising. 5
Answer
1. (a) (iii) enforce (b) (iv) five (c) (iv) insolvent (d) (iii) She was not willing to get married. (e) (iii) To show the consequence of early marriage.
2. (a) Lipa is a 14-years old girl reading in class nine in a rural school in Rangpur. She is the eldest of five siblings.
(b) The financial condition of Lipi’s family was not good at all. Because, her father was a day labourer who worked on other people’s land and her mother was a homemaker and a part-time worker.
(c) Lipi’s father was going to marry her off because for him, it was difficult to raise his five children on the small income he could earn.
(d) As Lipi knew that marriage at this age would hinder the way of her further education that she wanted to continue, she became upset after hearing the news of her marriage which was going to drop her out of her education.
3. (a) of (b) known/regarded/considered/called (c) for (d) when/whenever/if (e) harmful (f) finite (g) run out/finished (h) liable (i) on (j) effective
5. (i) 1910-1997 (ii) was born (iii) left her parental home
(iv) at St. Mary’s High School in Kolkata (v) for her contribution to humanity
3. Chattogram Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Countries of the world rely heavily on petroleum, coal and natural gas for their energy sources. There are two major types of energy sources: renewable and non-renewable. Hydrocarbon or fossil fuels are non- renewable sources of energy. Reliance on them poses real big problems. First, fossil fuels such as oil, coal, gas etc. are finite energy resources and the world eventually will run out of them. Secondly, they will become too expensive in the coming decades and too damaging for the environment. Thirdly, fossil fuels have direct polluting impacts on earth’s environment causing global warming. In contrast, renewable energy sources such as, wind, solar energy are constantly and naturally replenished and never run out. Most renewable energy comes from either directly or indirectly from the Sun. Sunlight or solar energy can be used for heating and lighting homes, for generating electricity and for other commercial and industrial uses. The sun’s heat drives the wind and this wind energy can be captured with wind turbines to produce electricity. Then the wind and the sun’s heat cause water to evaporate. When this water vapour turns into rain or snow and flows downhill into rivers or streams, its energy can be captured as hydroelectric energy.
Along with the rain and snow, sunlight causes plants to grow. Plants produce biomass which again can be turned into fuels such as fire wood, alcohol, etc. identified as bioenergy.
Scientists have identified Hydrogen as another form of renewable energy source. It is the most abundant element in nature. But it does not exist separately as a gas. It is always combined with other elements. Such as with oxygen to make water. Hydrogen, separated from another element can be burned as a fuel to produce electricity.
Our Earth’s interior contains molten lava which gives off extreme heat. This heat inside the Earth produces steam and hot water which can be tapped as geothermal energy to produce electricity for heating homes etc.
Ocean energy comes from several sources. Ocean’s force of tide and wave can be used to produce energy. The surface of the ocean gets more heat from the sun than the ocean depths. This temperature difference can be used as energy source too.
1. Choose the correct answers from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) The word ‘rely’ stands for in the passage:
(i) Separate (ii) Depend (iii) Combine (iv) Help
(b) What will not eventually run out?
(i) Oil (ii) Fossil fuels (iii) Solar power (iv) Petroleum
(c) Hydrogen and Oxygen help to form –
(i) fuel (ii) oil (iii) ice (iv) gas
(d) Which energy is not related with the sunlight?
(i) Geothermal energy (ii) Wind energy (iii) Hydroelectric energy (iv) Ocean energy
(e) Which is not a renewable energy?
(i) Wind energy (ii) Solar energy (iii) Fossil energy (iv) Geothermal energy
2. Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) What is a renewable energy?
(b) Why is a renewable energy more advantageous than a nonrenewable energy?
(c) Why is electric energy necessary for us?
(d) How can the ocean be a source of energy?
3. Read the following text and fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text:5 × 10 = 5
26 March, our Independence Day, is the biggest state festival. The day is celebrated every year in the country with enthusiasm and fervour. It is national holiday. All offices, educational institutions, shops, and factories remain closed on the day. The day begins with a 31gun salute. Early in the morning the President and the Prime Minister on behalf of the nation place floral wreaths at the National Mausoleum at Savar. Then other leaders, political parties, diplomats, social and cultural organizations, educational institutions and freedom fighters pay homage to the martyrs. People from all walks of life also go there in rallies and processions. There are many cultural programmers throughout the day, highlighting the heroic struggle. and sacrifice in 1971.
In Bangabandhu National Stadium, school children, scouts and girl guides take part in various displays to entertain thousands of spectators. Educational institutions also organize their individual programmes. Sports meets and tournaments are also organized on the day, including the exciting boat race in the river Buriganga.
In the evening all major public buildings are illuminated with colourful lights. Bangla Academy, Bangladesh Shilpakala Academy and other socio-cultural organizations hold cultural functions. Similar functions are also arranged in other places in the country.
Questions: 26 March is (a) ____ important for the Bengali nation. People celebrate the day every year becoming very (b) ____. As it is a national holiday, all offices do not remain (c) ____on the day. All the higher officials of the state offer wreaths of (d) ____ at National Mausoleum at Savar. People (e) ____ of cast and creed proceed with rallies and processions. People show respect to the heroic figures who (f) ____their lives in 1971. The audience get (g) ____in Bangabandhu National Stadium by the participants. All the offices both govt. and non-govt. (h) ____ flags on their buildings and (i) ____ them with colourful lights. Thus, the whole of the country wears a (j) ____look.
Match the parts of the sentences in column A, B and C to write four correct statements: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) We celebrate
to the martyrs by
(i) at the national parade ground.
(b) We pay homage
Our Independence Day
(ii) various displays in
Bangabandhu Stadium.
(c) We witness
are entertained with
(iii) placing wreaths at national mausoleum.
(d) Spectators
a smartly dressed parade
(iv) with great enthusiasm and
fervour.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
Zainul Abedin was born in Kishoregonj on 29 December, 1914. He spent most of his childhood near the scenic banks of the Brahmaputra river. The river and the open nature inspired him from his early life. The Brahmaputra later appeared in many of his paintings and remained a great source of inspiration throughout his career. As his tribute to the river Brahmaputra, he drew a series of water colour paintings in this regard. This helped him earn Governor’s Gold medal in all India Exhibition in 1938. This was the first time when he came under spot light and this award gave Abedin the confidence to create his own visual style. Abedin got admitted to the Government School of Art in Calcutta (Now Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata, India). Here he learned European academic style for five years. Later he joined the faculty of the same school after his graduation. He was the first muslim student to obtain first class with distinction from the school. In 1951, Zainul went to London to study at Slade School of Art for two years. From the dissatisfaction of oriental style and the limitations of European academic style, he was attracted to realism. After his return from, he started a new style called, Bengali Style. Therefore, he went back to nature, rural life and the daily struggles of men to make art that would be realistic but modern in appearance.
Complete the table below with the information from the text. 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Who/What
Event/Activity
What/Where/
Place
Whom/By whom
Zainul Abedin
enjoyed
the natural beauty of
(i)
The river
(ii)
him to draw
a lot of paintings.
(iii)
helped him to earn
a gold medal
awarded the prize
Zainul Abedin
(iv)
after he was
He
learned European academic style in
(v)
(vi)
attracted
him
as he was dissatisfied with oriental style.
6. Summarize the above text in your own words.
Part-B: Writing Test
7. Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on ‘COVID-19’. 8
(a) What is ‘COVID-19’?
(b) What are the symptoms of it?
(c) How does it spread?
(d) What is the treatment of it?
(e) How can we prevent this virus?
8. Suppose, you are Robin/Jerin and you are living in the hostel far away from your home. Your parents are anxious about your preparation for the forthcoming SSC exam. Now, write an email to pacify them regarding your preparation for the exam. 7
9. Suppose, you are Tomal/Jessica. Your friend’s father has fallen in a road accident recently. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about road accident and how to prevent it. 5
Answer
1. (a) (ii) Depend (b) (iii) Solar power (c) (i) fuel (d) (i) Geothermal energy (e) (iii) Fossil energy
2. (a) The energy which is constantly and naturally replenished and never runs out is called a renewable energy, such as, wind and solar energy.
(b) A renewable energy is more advantageous than a nonrenewable energy because renewable energy sources such as, wind, solar energy are constantly and naturally replenished and never run out. One the other hand, non renewable energy sources are finite energy resources and the world eventually will run out of them.
(c) Electric energy is necessary for us because it helps us heat homes, run our industrial activities and cars etc.
(d) Ocean energy comes from several sources. Ocean’s force of tide and wave can be used to produce energy. The surface of the ocean gets more heat from the sun than the ocean depths. This temperature difference can be used as energy source too.
5. (i) the Brahmaputra river (ii) inspired (iii) a series of water colour paintings tributing to the river Brahmaputra (iv) became confident to create his own visual style. (v) the Government School of Art in Calcutta (Now Government College of Art and Craft, Kolkata, India). (vi) Realism
4. Sylhet Board
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Let’s save our planet! Everyone must play a part in protecting the environment. There are many things you can do on your own everyday to help save the planet. Here are some suggestions.
REDUCE!
Really, the best thing we can do for the planet is to use its resources properly. Our unplanned activities are mainly responsible for the environmental crisis. Here are some questions you can ask yourself before buying something, “Do I really need this?” or “Is there another product which would do the same thing but is more sustainable?” or ask the question, “Will this last a long time?” Some other questions may be, “Do I know how this item was made, how it will be used and how it will be disposed of?”
REUSE!
What do you think of using your own ceramic cup or mug at your school or local club? It means there are no plastic cups to throw away. You can wash it and reuse it everyday. Unfortunately, we are encouraged to buy a new “improved” item even if the one we have can be repaired or reused. When we buy things, we should buy those that are durable; we should use them properly, and have them repaired when necessary. If we practise this, many things will not only last a lifetime, but also be passed on for future use. However, if something is truly unusable for its original purposes, try to be more creative and think of how else it might be used. When you’re done with it, think of whether someone else might be able to use it. You can donate some of the things to the poor. You may also sell some of your used items through personal advertisements in a local newspaper or in social media.
RECYCLE!
Rather than throwing an item out when neither you nor anyone else can make use of it, have it recycled. And if recycling is not possible, it is better to send goods to a landfill or have them burned up. Find out what types of materials can be recycled in your area. Clean and sort the materials before putting them out in the bin. Recycling your drink and food cans means there will be less trash in a resource recovery facility or landfill. Moreover, a company can use the old cans to make new ones.
1. Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) The word ‘recovery’ refers to —–.
(i) get back (ii) achieve (iii) getting (iv) find
(b) We should try to be more creative and think of ___.
(i) how else it might be used (ii) where it may be used
(iii) how it was made (iv) when it is used.
(c) Which of the following has the closest meaning of the word ‘cncouraged’?
(i) disheartened (ii) discussed (iii) made interested (iv) barred
(d) What is the purpose of reduce, reuse, recycle?
(i) to buy best things (ii) to save the earth
(iii) to use things properly (iv) to save the money and energy.
(e) If recycling is impossible —
(i) we should donate it (ii) we should sell it
(iii) we should preserve it (iv) we should send it to a landfill or burn up.
2. Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) Whom does the author blame for the environmental crisis?
(b) How many questions can you ask yourself before buying the things?
(c) Why is it necessary to save our planet?
(d) Do you think recycling can contribute to the development of our country? How?
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
May day or International Workers’ Day is observed on May 1 all over the world today to commemorate the historical struggle and sacrifices of the working people to establish an eight-hour workday. It is a public holiday in almost all the countries of the world. Since the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and the US, the workers in mills and factories had been working a long shift, fourteen or even more hours a day.
On May 1st in 1886, inspired by the trade unions, half of the workers at the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company in Chicago went on strike demanding an eight-hour workday. Two days later, a workers’ rally was held near the McCormick Harvester Machine Company and about 6000 workers joined it. The rally was addressed by the labour leaders. They urged the workers to stand together, to go on with their bosses. At one point of the rally, some strike breakers started leaving the meeting place. The strikers went down the street to bring them back. Suddenly about 200 policemen attacked them with clubs and revolvers. One striker was killed instantly, five or six others were seriously wounded and many others were injured. The events of May 1, 1886 are a reminder that workers will continue to be exploited until they stand up and speak out to gain better working conditions, better pay and better lives.
3. Read the following text and fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the above text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
The world observes the May Day in (a)____ of the struggle and great (b) ____ of the working people on May 1, 1886. For their great struggle and sacrifice workers now can (c) ____ an eight hours workday. May 1, 1886 has been (d) ____ as a public holiday in (e) ____all the countries of the world. The workers had to work (f) ____ hours or more a day (g) ____ the may 1,1886. It (h) ____ the workers that they cannot get rid of (i) ____if they do not stand up and speak out to gain their (j) ____.
4. Match the parts of sentences in column ‘A’, ‘B’ and ‘C’ to write four complete sentences: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) May Day
(i) had to work
(i) and went on strike on 1 May 1886.
(b) The workers
(ii) them and so
(ii) as International Workers Day.
(c) They demanded
(iii) is known
(iii) one striker was killed instantly.
(d) The police attacked
(iv) an eight-hour workday
(iv) fourteen or more hours a day at that time.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
It was late summer, 26 August 1910. A little girl was born to a rich Catholic merchants’ family of Albanian descent in a small town called Skopje, Macedonia. She was the youngest of the three siblings and was named Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu. Who could imagine at the time that this little girl would one day become the mother of humanity, loving and serving the poorest of the poor. Yes, we are talking about none other than Mother Teresa. At the age of 12. she heard a voice from within that urged her to spread the love of Christ. She decided that she would be a missionary. At the age of 18 she left her parental home. She then joined an Irish community of nuns called the Sisters of Loreto, which had missions in India. After a few months of training at the Institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin, Mother Teresa came to India. On May 24, 1931. She took her initial vows as a nun. From 1931 to 1948, Mother Teresa taught geography and theology at St. Mary’s High School in Kolkata (then Calcutta). However, the widespread poverty in Kolkata had a deep impact on Mother Teresa and in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent and devote herself to caring for the poorest of the poor in the slums of Kolkata.
5. Complete the following table with the information given in the passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Mother Teresa the mother of humanity
Aims
loving and (i) — the poorest of the poor.
Who/What
Activities
When/Year
Place/Subject
Mother Teresa
was born
in 1910
(ii) —
She
heard a voice within herself
at the age of 12.
Then she
(iii) —
an Irish community of nuns.
(iv) — and (v) —
were taught by her
at St.Mary’s High School
She
(vi) —
on May 24, 1931.
6. Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
7. Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on “A Village Fair You Experienced”. 8
(a) Where and when is a village fair usually held?
(b) Who come to the fair and why?
(c) When did you visit a fair and who were with you?
(d) What did you do there?
(e) Who enjoyed the most and why?
(f) What is the role of a village fair in our economy?
8. Imagine, You are Salam/Salma. Robin/Runa is your best friend. You are going for a picnic. Now, write an email to your friend inviting him/her to join the picnic with you using his/her email address. 7
9. Suppose, you are Limon/Lima. Your friend Milon/Maliha wants to know about Digital Bangladesh. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about Digital Bangladesh. 5
Answer
1. (a) (i) get back (b) (i) how else it might be used (c) (iii) made interested
(d) (ii) to save the earth (e) (iv) we should send it to a landfill or burn up.
2. (a) The author blames humankind for the environmental crisis. Because, humankind’s unplanned activities are the root cause of environmental crisis.
(b) There are certain questions i can ask myself while buying something:
(i) Do i really need this?
(ii) Is there any sustainable alternative thing?
(iii) Will this thing long lasting
(iv) Finally, the background information of the product.
(c) As mankind’s life is completely dependent on the different elements of our planet, it is necessary to save
this. If we fail to save this, our existence will be threatened.
(d) Yes, i think recycling can contribute to the development of our country. Because, through recycling, one product
is reused. For this reason, more profits are gained from one product. Moreover, there will be less trash if we recycle
a product. Eventually, all these things help to develop our country both economically and environmentally.
5. (i) serving (ii) at Skopje in Macedonia (iii) joined (iv) Geography (v) Theology (vi) took initial vows as a nun
5. Barishal Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Meherjan lives in a slum on the Sirajgonj Town Protection Embankment Her polythene roofed shelter looks like a cage. She is nearly 45 but looks more than her age. In front of her shelter, she is trying to make a fire to cook the day’s only meal. Her weak hands tremble as she adds some fallen leaves and straw to the fire. The whispering wind from the river Jamuna makes the fire unsteady. The dancing flames remind Meherjan of the turmoil in her life.
Not long ago Meherjan had everything – a family, cultivable land and cattle. The erosion of the Jamuna gradually consumed all her landed property. It finally claimed her only shelter during the last monsoon. It took the river only a day to devour Meher’s house, trees, vegetable garden and the bamboo bush. She had a happy family once. Over the years, she lost her husband and her family to diseases that cruel hunger and poverty brought to the family. Now, she is the only one left to live on with the loss and pain. The greedy Jamuna has shattered her dreams and happiness.
There are thousand others waiting to share the same fate like Meherjan. Bangladesh is a land of rivers, some of whose banks overflow or erode during monsoon. Erosion is a harsh reality for the people living along the river banks. During each monsoon many more villages are threatened by the mighty rivers like the Jamuna, the Padma and the Meghna. It is estimated that river erosion makes at least 100,000 people homeless every year in Bangladesh. In fact, river erosion is one of the main dangers caused by climate change. If we can’t take prompt actions to adapt to climate change, there will be thousands of more Meherjans in our towns and villages every year.
Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) Meherjan’s hands are trembling because ___
(i) she is tired (ii) she is exhausted (iii) she is frightened (iv) she is feeble
(c) Before the erosion of the river, Meherjan was ____.
(i) well off (ii) sad (iii) unhappy (iv) healthy
(d) The dancing flames remind Meherjan of the turmoil in her life. Here ‘dancing’ means _____.
(i) jumping (ii) unstable (iii) glittering (iv) bright
(e) River banks erode ______.
(i) throughout the year (ii) in one season (iii) in two seasons (iv) in three seasons
Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) How was Meherjan’s life earlier?
(b) Why are many more villages in the threat of erosion?
(c) Where does Meherjan live?
(d) Why does the writer call the Jamuna greedy?
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
Fish population is in serious danger from global warming. Climate change is increasing the water temperature in rivers, lakes and seas. This means there is less food and oxygen available for fish. It also means the fish may not grow fully and may have fewer offsprings. Some fishes will become extinct if temperatures rise even by one or two degrees celsius. Climate change increases the pressure on fish population. Fishes are one of the world’s most valuable biological assets. Forty percent of people in the world eat fish as their main source of protein. If we fail to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, we will increase the pressure on fish. As a result, people who depend on fish will suffer from hunger and poverty.
Read the above text and fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text:
5 × 10 = 5
Global warming is causing serious threat to fish population. It is climate change which is the cause of the (a)_____ of water temperature in rivers, lakes and seas. For this reason, available food and oxygen for fish in these water (b) _____ will be less than (c) _____. For the same reason, the (d) _____ of fish may not be full and offsprings may not be (e) _____. So the pressure on fish population is (f) _____ due to climate change. Fishes are one of the world’s most (g) _____ biological assets. The (h) _____ of people in the world eating fish as their main source of protein is 40%. In case of our (i) _____ to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the pressure on fish will be increased and consequently people (j) _____ on fish will suffer from hunger and poverty.
Match the parts of the sentences in column A, B and C to write four complete sentences: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) Fish is regarded
(i) will extinct some
(i) from lack of protein, hunger and
poverty
(b) Fish population is under pressure
(ii) fish will suffer
(ii) fishes very soon
(c) Increasing temperatures
(iii) and serious danger
(iii) about 40% of people in the world
(d) People depending on
(iv) as the main source of
protein of
(iv) due to global warming
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
May Day or International Workers’ Day is observed on May 1 all over the world today to commemorate the historical struggle and sacrifices of the working people to establish an eight-hour workday. It is a public holiday in almost all the countries of the world.
Since the industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and the US, the workers in millsand factories had been working a long shift, fourteen or even more hours a day. On May 1st in 1886, inspired by the trade unions, half of the workers at the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company in Chicago went on strike /demanding an eight-hour workday. Two days later, a workers’ rally was held near the McCormick Harvester Machine Company and about 6000 workers joined it. The rally was addressed by the labour leaders. They urged the workers to stand together, to go on with their struggle and not to give in to their bosses. At one point of the rally, some strikebreakers started leaving the meeting place. The strikers went down the street to bring them back. Suddenly about 200 policemen attacked them with clubs and revolvers. One striker was killed instantly, five or six others were seriously wounded and many others were injured.
The events of May 1, 1886 are a reminder that workers will continue to be exploited until they stand up and speak out to gain better working conditions, better pay and better lives.
Complete the following table with information from the passage above: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Who
Event/Activity
When
Where
The workers in mills and factories
(i) —
in the 18th and 19th century
(ii) —
(iii) —
went on strike
on May 1, 1886
at the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company
6000 workers
(iv) —
on May 3, 1886
(v) —
(vi) —
attacked the workers
on May 3, 1886
near the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company
Write a summary of the above passage in your own words.
Part-B: Writing Test
Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on ‘The life of a Farmer’: 1 × 8 = 8
(a) Who is a farmer?
(b) When does he start his daily work?
(c) How does he lead his life?
(d) What is his contribution to the nation?
(e) How can we improve his condition?
Suppose, you are Tomal/Toma. Your father is Abu Sayeed and he lives in the USA. He wants to know about
your preparation for the SSC examination. Now, write an e-mail to your father informing him about
your preparation for the SSC examination. 7
Suppose, you are Monir/Monira, a student of class X. Your friend, Zahid/Zeba wants to know about your
aim in life. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about your aim in life. 5
Answer
(a) (iv) she is feeble (b) (i) climate change (c) (i) well off (d) (ii) unstable
(e) (ii) in one season
(a) In earliar, Meherjan life was pretty good compared to her present life. Because, not long ago Meherjan
had everything – a family, cultivable land and cattle.
(b) Many more villages are in the threat of erosion because Bangladesh is a land of rivers, some of whose
banks overflow or erode during monsoon. For this reason, erosion is a harsh reality for the people living
along the river banks in the village.
(c) Meherjan lives in a slum on the Sirajgonj Town Protection Embankment Her polythene roofed shelter
looks like a cage.
(d) The writer calls the Jamuna greedy because The Jamuna consumes a large number of properties of the
(i) had been working a long shift, fourteen or even more hours a day.
(ii) in Europe and the US (iii) Half of the workers (iv) joined in a rally
(v) near the McCormick Harvester Machine Company (vi) about 200 policemen with clubs and revolvers
Jashore Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Humans can neither change the sun’s radiation nor the earth’s orbit around the sun But they can control the increase in the amount of green house gases and its effect on the atmosphere. Only during the last hundred years, the carbon dioxide concentration has been raised alarmingly in the atmosphere and we humans can be held responsible for this.
The main cause of the increase in carbon dioxide level in the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels. Since the end of the 19th century, industrial activities increased rapidly giving rise to many factories. These factories required energy, which was produced through the combustion of coal. Besides coal, other sources of energy such as mineral oil and natural gas were also burned to heat our houses, run cars and airplanes or to produce electricity. Nowadays, about 85 million barrels of crude oil are burned daily. Every time a fossil raw material is burned, it releases carbon dioxide into the air. Therefore, it is clear that more and more greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide are being generated world- wide by humans. Moreover, we are strengthening the greenhouse effect by deforestation, which means cutting down trees. Every year enormous areas of forests are destroyed by people to obtain wood and to clear regions for mining and to create pasture. This loss of the forest causes dual problems. Trees that are burned up release large volumes of carbon dioxide gas into the air. On the other hand, as forests absorb a lot of carbon dioxide from the air and deliver Oxygen instead, we also destroy an important storehouse of carbon dioxide when we clear forests.
Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) Cutting down trees is called ______.
(i) afforestation (ii) industrialisation (iii) glorification (iv) deforestation
(b) Greenhouse effect is strengthened by ______.
(i) Planting trees (ii) afforestation (iii) erosion of soil (iv) destruction of forest
(c) Trees absorb_____.
(i) Carbon dioxide (ii) Oxygen (iii) Methane (iv) Hydrogen
(d) Natural gas is a kind of _____.
(i) fossil fuel (ii) toxic substance (iii) harmful gas (iv) crude oil
(e) Who are mainly responsible for greenhouse effect_____.
(i) wild animals (ii) plants (iii) Humans (iv) acquatic life.
Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) How does the loss of forests cause dual problems?
(b) What should we do to control the increase of greenhouse gases?
(c) How do forests help us?
(d) Can man influence the climate? How?
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
May Day or International Workers’ Day is observed on May 1 all over the world today to commemorate the historical struggle and sacrifices of the working people to establish an eight-hour workday. It is a public holiday in almost all the countries of the world.
Since the Industrial Revolution in the 18th and 19th centuries in Europe and the US, the workers in mills and factories had been working a long shift, fourteen or even more hours a day. One May 1st in 1886, inspired by the trade unions, half of the workers at the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company in Chicago went on strike demanding an eight-hour workday. Two days later, a worker’s rally was held near the McCormick Harvesting Machine Company and about 6000 workers joined it. The rally was addressed by the labour leaders. They urged the workers to stand together, to go on with their struggle and not to give into their bosses. At one point of the rally, some strikebreakers started leaving the meeting place. The strikers went down the street to bring them back. Suddenly about 200 policemen attacked them with clubs and revolvers. One striker was killed instantly, five or six others were seriously wounded and many others were injured. The events of May 1, 1886 are a reminder that workers will continue to be exploited until they stand up and speak out to gain better working condition, better pay and better lives.
Fill in the blanks with suitable words based on the information of the text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
May Day is a red letter day in the (a)____ of the working class people all over the (b) ____. This day reminds (c) ____ of the valiant struggle of the (d)____ with a view to fulfilling their rightful demands. On this day in 1886, the workers went on (e) ____ demanding an eight-hour workday. As a part of their (f) ____ they also brought out a rally. At one point, police fell upon the (g) ____ and attacked them with clubs and revolvers, As a result, one striker was mercilessly (h) ____ and many others were (i) ____ ____ badly. Now the day is observed (j) ____.
Match the parts of sentences in Column A, B and C to write four complete sentences. 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) May Day
(i) work in mills and factories
(i) to commemorate the workers’
sacrifice in 1886.
(b) The day
(ii) is also called
(ii) struggle and sacrifice.
(c) The workers had to
(iii) is observed
(iii) for quit a long time.
(d) We enjoy the facilities today
(iv) because of their
(iv) International Workers Day.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
Steven Paul Jobs (24 February 1955-5 October 2011), most popularly known as Steven Jobs was the Co- founder, Chairman and Chief Executive officer of Apple Inc He was the pioneer of the personal computer revolution. He was famous for his career in the electronic field of computers and consumers. This became possible through the marketing of Apple Computers. In 1985, Jobs left Apple after losing a power battle with the board of directors. He then founded NeXT, a Computer platform development company specializing in the higher education and business market. Apple, however failed to bring up any new operating system during Job’s absence. Jobs returned to Apple as an adviser and took control of the company as an interim CEO. By 1998, Jobs brought Apple back to profitability from the verge of bankruptcy. He supervised the development of iMac, iTunes, iPod, iPhone and iPad These devices are so simple and user friendly that even a child can operate them.
Complete the table below with the information from the passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Steven Jobs
Who
Event
Contribution
Year/When
Jobs
was born
(i)
He
founded
(ii)
He
brought Apple back to profitability
(iii)
He
supervised the development of
(iv)
Apple
became almost bankrupt
(v)
He
(vi)
in 2011.
Summarize the passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
Write a paragraph on ‘Early Rising’ answering the following questions: 8
(a) What do you mean by early rising?
(b) What facilities can an early riser get?
(c) How does nature look early in the morning?
(d) What opportunities does a late riser lose?
(e) How can you form the habit of early rising?
Suppose, you are Rana/Rina of Rangpur and your friend is Moon/Minu who lives in Khulna. Now, write
an e-mail to your friend describing the importance of reading newspaper. 7
Write a dialogue between you and your friend about your preparation for the coming examination.5
(i) on 24 February in 1955 (ii) Apple Inc (iii) 1998
(iv) iMac, iTunes, iPod, iPhone and iPad (v) 1985 (vi) Breath his last
Cumilla Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
“Today there are many jobs where you need English. This is because the world has become smaller. Vast distances are shortened by speedy transports. We can talk to a person thousands of kilometers away on the phone or the Internet. So, we can communicate with the whole world easily. English has made this communication easier. There are many countries in the world with many languages, but to communicate with them, you cannot use all the languages. So you need a common language that you can use with more or less all the people in the world. English is that common language. You can talk to a Chinese toy maker, a French artist, an Arab ambassador or a Korean builder in one language English. English for us in
Bangladesh is all the more important. As we have seen earlier, we are too many people in a small country. So if you learn English, you have the best opportunity to find a good job, both within and outside the country. And that is good news for millions of our unemployed youths.” “But Miss, we learn English for 12 or 14 years, yet we do not find good jobs”, says Rumi. She then tells the class about what happened to her brother. “Could you please tell us why?” Rumi asks. “This is a very important question, Rumi. We should learn how to use English both orally and in writing for doing things as needed in our work, such as communicating with others at personal, social, national and international levels. But unfortunately, at the moment we are learning English mainly for our exams,” continues Ms. Chowdhury. “Remember, English can greatly help you become skilled workers.” “But where and how can we learn this kind of English, Miss?” asks Ratan. Ms Chowdhury says, “We can learn English both in and outside the classroom. Besides your textbooks, the radio, television, newspapers, magazines, computers and other supplementary materials will greatly help you. During our classroom activities, we’ll see how we can learn English.”
Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) In the given text- “The world has become smaller” means
(i) The world’s area is decreasing (ii) The world has become small
(iii) Easy communication systems shorten the distances (iv) The world’s land area is getting smaller
(b) An ‘Ambassador’ is ____.
(i) a businessman (ii) an athlete (iii) a banker (iv) an official
messenger sent to a foreign country to represent his/her country
(c) The word ‘supplementary’ used in the text means ______.
(i) new (ii) secondary (iii) extra (iv) primary
(d) Which of the following is true?
(i) The internet widens the distances
(ii) English is a medium of rapid communication
(iii) One can use any language in any country to communicate
(iv) English has not made communication easier
(e) The word ‘opportunity’ stands for ______.
(i) opening (ii) chance (iii) offer (iv) oppose
Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) Describe briefly the things that have made the present world smaller.
(b) Why is a common language needed in today’s world? Write in about 2/3 sentences.
(c) Why is English needed all the more in Bangladesh?
(d) How can our youths become a skilled workforce?
Read the following text and fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
Air pollution comes from a wide variety of sources. In Bangladesh poisonous exhausts from industrial plants, brick kilns, 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. We may also use proper lubricants to lessen the level of emission and pollutants. We can encourage people to use Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) or Liquid Petroleum Gas (LPG) for fuelling their cars. The government may relocate hazardous industries like brick kilns to areas away from human habitations.
Air is the most important (a) ______ of human environment. Man cannot (b) ______ a single moment (c) ______air. But we do not (d) ______ that it is we who (e) ______ this most vital element. For the (f) ______ of air pollution we should avoid the use of vehicles (g) ______ than 20 years. People can be (h) ______ to use CNG or LPG for fuelling their (i) ______ . Thus air pollution can be (j) ______ to some extent.
Match the parts of the sentences in column A, B and C to write four complete sentences: 1 × 4 = 4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) Air is an
(i) no living being
(i) air in many ways.
(b) Without air
(ii) important element
(ii) to prevent air pollution
(c) But unfortunately
(iii) should be taken
(iii) can survive.
(d) So steps
(iv) we are polluting
(iv) of our environment.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
It was late summer, 26 August 1910. A little girl was born to a rich catholic merchants’ family of Albanian descent in a small town called Skopje, Macedonia. She was the youngest of the three siblings and was named Agnes Gonxha Bojaxhiu. Who could imagine at the time that this little girl would one day become the mother of humanity, loving and serving the poorest of the poor. Yes, we are talking about none other than Mother Teresa.
At the age of 12, she heard a voice from within that urged her to spread the love of Christ. She decided that she would be missionary. At the age of 18, she left her parental home. She then joined an Irish community of nuns called the sisters of Loreto, which had mission in India. After a few months of training at the institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin, Mother Teresa came to India. On May 24, 1931, she took her initial vows as a nun. From 1931 to 1948, Mother Teresa taught geography and theology at St. Mary’s High School in Kolkata (then Calcutta). However, the widespread poverty in Kolkata had a deep impact on Mother Teresa and in 1948 she received permission from her superiors to leave the convent and devote herself to caring for the poorest of the poor in the slums of Kolkata.
Complete the following table with information from the above passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Who
Events/What
Where
When/Year
Mother Teresa
(i) —
Macedonia
1910
She
left the parental home
(ii) —
(iii) —
took training
(iv) —
1928
She
(v) —
1931
She
(vi) —
ST. Mary’s High School
1931 to 1948
Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on ‘Water Pollution’: 8
(a) Why is water called life?
(b) How is water being polluted by humans?
(c) How do industrial plants pollute water?
(d) What measures should be taken to prevent water pollution?
Suppose, you are Helal/Helen. Your friend Labib/Labiba wanted to know from you about your preparation for the coming S.S.C examination. Now, write an e-mail to him/her telling about your preparation for the S.S.C examination. Your friend’s e-mail id is inspiration99@gmail.com. 7
Suppose, you are Masum/Masuma. You have a friend named Liton/Luna who does not rise early in the morning. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about the importance of early rising. 5
Answer
(a) (iii) Easy communication systems shorten the distances
(b) (iv) an official (c) (ii) secondary
(d) (ii) English is a medium of rapid communication
(e) (ii) chance
(a) Two things have made the world smaller. First of all, vast distances are shortened by speedy transports.
Secondly, phone and internet get people closer that eventually makes the world smaller.
(b) As there are many countries in the world with many languages, communicating with them using all the
languages is not possible. That is why, one need a common language by which one can communicate
with more or less all the people in the world.
(c) As we have seen earlier, we are too many people in a small country. So if we learn English, we will
have the best opportunity to find a good job, both within and outside the country. And that is good news
for millions of our unemployed youths. For this reason, English is needed all the more in Bangladesh.
(d) Our youths can become a skilled workforce by learning English. Because English will help them to get
many jobs available in home and abroad.
(a) element/component (b) live/do/pass (c) without (d) know
(e) are polluting/contaminating (f) reduction (g) more
(iv) at the institute of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Dublin
(v) came to India (vi) taught Geography and Theology
Dinajpur Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Human can neither change the sun’s radiation nor the earth’s orbit around the sun. But they can control the increase in the amount of green-house gases and its effect on the atmosphere. Only during the last hundred years the carbon dioxide concentration has been raised alarmingly in the atmosphere and we humans can be held responsible for this.
The main cause of the increase in carbon dioxide level in the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels. Since the end of the 19th century, industrial activities increased rapidly giving rise to many factories. These factories required energy which was produced through the combustion of coal. Besides coal, other sources of energy such as mineral oil and natural gas were also burned to heat our houses, run cars and airplanes or to produce electricity. Now-a-days about 85 million barrels of crude oil are burned daily. Every time a fossil raw material is burned, it releases carbon dioxide into the air.
Therefore, it is clear that more and more greenhouse gases like carbon dioxide are being generated world- wide by humans. Moreover, we are also strengthening the greenhouse effect by deforestation, which means cutting down trees. Every year enormous areas of forests are destroyed by people to obtain wood and to clear regions for mining and to create pasture. This loss of the forest causes dual problems. Trees that are burned up release large volumes of carbon dioxide gas into the air. On the other hand, as forests absorb a lot of carbon dioxide from the air and deliver oxygen instead, we also destroy an important storehouse of carbon dioxide when we clear forests.
Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) Which of the period describes the beginning of the rapid industrialization?
(i) The start of the 19th century (ii) The end of the 18th century
(iii) The start of the 18th century (iv) The end of the 19th century
(b) What are the fossil fuels mentioned in the passage?
(i) Coal (ii) Mineral oil (iii) Natural gas (iv) All the above
(c) The word ‘instead’ mentioned in the passage means _______.
(i) option (ii) choice (iii) as an alternative (iv) preference
(d) Trees transport ___ into the air.
(i) nitrogen (ii) oxygen (iii) hydrogen (iv) all
(e) The word combustion mentioned in the passage means ____.
(i) kindling (ii) burning (iii) consummation (iv) flame
Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) Why can humans neither change the sun’s radiation nor the earth’s orbit around the sun?
(b) Describe how human beings are responsible for the increase in the greenhouse gases.
(c) What do you think the main cause of the increase in carbon dioxide level in the atmosphere is?
(d) Why enormous areas of forests are destroyed by the people every year? Describe in brief.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
“Today there are many jobs where you need English. This is because the world has become smaller. Vast distances are shortened by speedy transports. We can talk to a person thousands of kilometers away on the phone or the internet. So, we can communicate with the whole world easily. English has made this communication easier.
There are many countries in the world with many languages, but to communicate with them, you cannot use all the languages. So you need a common language that you can use with more or less all the people in the world. English is that common language. You can talk to a Chinese toy maker, a French artist, an Arab ambassador or a Korean builder in one language – English. English, for us in Bangladesh, is all the more important. As we have seen earlier, we are too many people in a small country. So if you learn English, you have the best opportunity to find a good job, both within and outside the country. And that is good news for millions of our unemployed youths.”
Read the following text and fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
Globalization has made the world (a) _____ and so it requires a (b) _____ language for International communication. Now we can (c) _____ communication with a person thousands of kilometers away on the phone or the internet. In fact, we can communicate with the whole world with absolute (d) _____. The lingua franca of the world is (e) _____. English provides us with the (f) ____ to pursue a good job. Being a densely (g) ____ country, Bangladesh is (h) ____ with unemployment. Proficiency in (i) ____ may help (j) ____ unemployment problem and bring economic development.
Match the parts of the sentences given in column A, column B and column C to write four complete sentences: ×4=4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) People
(i) require
(i) learn and use English properly.
(b) They
(ii) cannot but
(ii) the purpose more effectively than other languages.
(c) English
(iii) can serve
(iii) a common language for the purpose
(d) Therefore all
(iv) need to
(iv) communicate with others internationally.
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
21 February is observed as Shaheed Dibosh every year throughout the country in remembrance of the martyrs of language movement of 1952. The commemoration begins at the early hours of the day with morning songs that recall the supreme sacrifices of our language martyrs. People wear black badges and go to the Shaheed Minar in barefoot processions, singing mourning songs. They place wreaths at the Minar.
Many of them visit the graves of the martyrs at Azimpur graveyard and pray for them. They also attend various programmes organized in remembrance of the language martyrs. The UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation) on 17 November in 1999 proclaimed February 21 as the International Mother Language Day in recognition of the sacrifices of the martyrs for the rightful place of Bangla. The day is now annually observed world-wide to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.
Complete the following table with the information from the above passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
Who/What
Event/Activity
Where/Whom/What
When/How
People all over the world
(i) —
21 February
(ii) —
We
remember
(iii) —
by wearing black badges
People
(iv) —
at the Shaheed Minar
at the early hours of the day
(v) —
was declared as International
Mother Language Day
(vi) —
Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
Answer the following questions to write a paragraph on ‘Water Pollution’. You should write it in
about 150 words: 8
(a) What is water pollution?
(b) Why is water called life?
(c) What do you think about the causes of water pollution?
(d) What are the effects and impacts of water pollution?
(e) What measures should we take to prevent water pollution?
Suppose, you are Ayan/Anni. You live in B-3/Gopalpur, Haji Mohammad Mohosin Road, Pabna. Your
friend is Farhan/Farhana who is living in 13/B, Purana Palton, Dhaka-1216. Now, write an e-mail to your
friend describing a road accident you have recently witnessed in your town. 7
Suppose, you are Shanta and your friend is Taslima. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend
about the merits and demerits of using mobile phone at teen-age. 5
Answer
(a) (iv) The end of the 19th century (b) (iv) All the above.
(c) (iii) as an alternative (d) (ii) oxygen (e) (ii) burning
(a) Humans can neither change the sun’s radiation nor the earth’s orbit around the sun because it is a
completely supernatural thing controlled solely by our creature.
(b) Greenhouse gas increases because of carbon dioxide. Unfortunately, we human beings are knowingly
and unknowingly increase the amount of carbon dioxide in atmosphere by our different ignorant
activities, such as the burning of fossil fuels and extensive unplanned industrial activities.
(c) The main cause of the increase in carbon dioxide level in the atmosphere is the burning of fossil fuels.
(d) Every year enormous areas of forests are destroyed by people to obtain wood and to clear regions for
mining and to create pasture.
(a) smaller (b) common (c) start/begin (d) interest/enthusiasm
(e) English (f) opportunity/chance/scope (g) populated
(ii) in remembrance of the martyrs of the language movement of 1952
(iii). the supreme sacrifices of our language martyrs
(iv) go to the Shaheed Minar in barefoot processions, singing mourning songs
(v) 21 February
(vi) on 17 November in 1999
Mymensingh Board 2022
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks]
Part-A: Reading Test
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 1 and 2:
Mother Teresa was moved by the sight of the sick and dying on the streets of Kolkata. She founded a home for the dying destitute and named it ‘Nirmal Hriday’, meaning ‘Pure Heart’. She and her fellow nuns brought the dying people off the streets of Kolkata to this home. They were lovingly looked after and cared for. Since then many men, women and children have been taken from the streets and carried to Nirmol Hriday. These unloved and uncared for people get an opportunity to die in an environment of kindness and love. In their last hours they get human and divine love, and can feel they are also children of God. The Missionaries of Charity try to find jobs for those who survive, or send them to homes where they can live happily for some more years in a caring environment. Regarding commitment to family, Mother Teresa said, “May be in our own family, we have somebody, who is feeling lonely, who is feeling sick, who is feeling worried. Are we there? Are we willing to give until it hurts in order to be with our families, or do we put our interest first?
We must remember that love begins at home and we must also remember that future of humanity passes through the family.”
Mother Teresa’s work has been recognized throughout the world and she received a number of awards. These include the Pope John XXIII Peace Prize (1971), the Nehru Prize for Promotion of International Peace and understanding (1972), the Balzan Prize (1978), the Nobel Peace Prize (1979) and the Bharat Ratna (1980). Mother Teresa died at the age of 87, on 5 September 1997. The world salutes her for her love and compassion for humanity. She has taught us how to extend our hand towards those who need our love and support irrespective of creed, caste and religion. The picture of Mother Teresa, draped in a white and blue-bordered sari, with a wrinkled face, ever soft eyes and a saintly smile, lives on in our mind.
Choose the correct answer from the following alternatives: 1 × 5 = 5
(a) _____moved Mother Teresa.
(i) The condition of working people on the streets (ii) The condition of dying people in her home
(iii) The condition of ailing people on the streets (iv) The condition of sick people in the world
(b) Mother Teresa is a symbol of ____.
(i) love and beauty (ii) kindness and honesty (iii) love and kindness (iv) cruelty and jealousy
(c) The word ‘divine’ means ____.
(i) wordly (ii) social (iii) heavenly (iv) personal
(d) Mother Teresa smiled____.
(i) falsely (ii) sacredly (iii) sinfully (iv) impiously
(e) people all over the world have ____ the work of Mother Teresa.
(i) appreciated (ii) ignored (iii) depreciated (iv) denied
Answer the following questions: 2 × 4 = 8
(a) For what purpose did Mother Teresa establish ‘Nirmal Hriday’?
(b) Why did Mother Teresa emphasize on family?
(c) What does Mother Teresa teach us?
(d) How did the Missionaries of Charity help the people who survived?
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 3 and 4:
“Today there are many job, where you need English. This is because the world has become smaller. Vast distances are shortened by speedy transports. We can talk to a person thousands of kilometers away on the phone or the Internet. So, we can communicate with the whole world easily. English has made this communication easier.
There are many countries in the world with many languages, but to communicate with them, you cannot use all the languages. So you need a common language that you can use with more or less all the people in the world. English is that common language. You can talk to a Chinese toy maker, a French artist, an Arab ambassador or a Korean builder in one language English.
English for us in Bangladesh is all the more important. As we have seen earlier, we are too many people in a small country. So if you learn English, you have the best opportunity to find a good job, both within and outside the country. And that is good news for millions of our unemployed youths.
“But Miss, we learn English for 12 or 14 years, yet we do not find good jobs,” says Rumi. She then tells the class about what happened to her brother. “Could you please tell us why?” Rumi asks. “This is a very important question, Rumi. We should learn how to use English both orally and in writing for doing things as needed in our work, such as communicating with others at personal, social, national and international levels. But unfortunately, at the moment we are learning English mainly for our exams,” continues Ms Choudhury. “Remember, English can greatly help you become skilled workers.”
“But where and how can we learn this kind of English, Miss?” asks Ratan Ms Choudhury says, “We can learn English both in and outside the classroom. Besides your text books, the radio, television, newspapers, magazines, computers supplementary materials will greatly help you. During our classroom activities, we’ll see how we can learn English.”
Fill in each gap with a suitable word based on the information of the text: 0. 5 × 10 = 5
Different languages are being (a)____ in different countries. But a common language is necessary for (b) ____ communication. For many (c) ____ English has achieved the prestige (d) ____ that common language. So, it is very (e) ____ for everyone to learn English. If we want to (f) ____with other countries, there is no (g) ____ of learning English. By learning English, we can easily (h) ____ our unemployment problem. From the very (i) ____, a student should keep in mind that he has to learn English not only to (j) ____ the exams but also to communicate with others.
Match the parts of the sentences given in column A, column B and column C to make four complete sentences:1×4=4
Column A
Column B
Column C
(a) Nowadays we can
communicate
(i) to get a good job both inside
and outside the country
(i) and that is English
(b) But the language
(ii) with a person living anywhere
in the world
(ii) by learning English
(c) To communicate with
anyone living anywhere
(iii) is not the same
(iii) on the phone or the internet
(d) One can have an opportunity
(iv) we need a common language
(iv) in all the countries
Read the passage. Then answer the questions below 5 and 6:
21 February is observed as Shaheed Dibosh every year throughout the country in remembrance of the martyrs of Language Movement of 1952. The commemoration begins at the early hours of the day with mourning songs that recall the supreme sacrifices of our language martyrs. People wear black badges and go to the Shaheed Minar in barefoot processions, singing mourning songs. They place wreaths at the Minar. Many of them visit the graves of the martyrs at Azimpur graveyard and pray for them. They also attend various programmes organized in remembrance of the language martyrs. The UNESCO (United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) on 17 November in 1999 proclaimed February 21 as the International Mother Language Day in recognition of the sacrifices of the martyrs for the rightful place of Bangla. The day is now annually observed worldwide to promote awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism.
Complete the table below with information from the above passage: 0. 5 × 6 = 3
About 21 February
Aim
to narrate (i) —
Who/What
Activities
When
Why
How
People
commemorate the language martyrs
at an early hour of 21 February
(ii) —
They
go to the Shaheed Minar
(iii) —
Many people
visit Azimpur graveyard
(iv) —
(v) —
are organized
in remembrance of the language martyrs
Shaheed Dibosh
(vi) —
in 1999
Write a summary of the above passage in your own words. 5
Part-B: Writing Test
Write a paragraph on “A Tea Stall” by answering the following questions: 8
(a) What is a tea stall?
(b) Where is it seen?
(c) What is sold there along with tea?
(d) How long does it remain open?
(e) Does a tea stall play an important role? If so, how?
Suppose, you are Habib/Habiba of Dhaka. You have a friend named Neel/Nila who lives in Jamalpur. Your elder sister’s wedding ceremony is going to be held next week. Now, write an e-mail to your friend inviting him/her to attend the wedding ceremony. 7
Suppose, you are Shamim/Shamima. Your friend is Rahim/ Rahima. You want to do something good for the people of your locality after your SSC Examination. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend about your plan that you are going to materialize after the SSC Examination. 5
(a) (iii) The condition of ailing people on the streets (b) (iii) love and kindness
(c) (iii) heavenly (d) (ii) sacredly (e) (i) appreciated
(a) To overcome the worst conditions of the ailing and dying people on the streets of Kolkata, Mother Teresa established ‘Nirmol Hriday’.
(b) Mother Teresa emphasized family because she believed that love began at home. Moreover, she also asserted that future of humanity passed through family.
(c) Mother Teresa teaches us how to extend our hand towards those who need our love and support irrespective of creed, caste and religion.
(d) Missionaries of Charity helped the surviving people by trying to manage jobs for them. Also, they sent the people to homes where they can live happily for some more years in a caring environment.
(a) used (b) easier/effective (c) reasons/criteria (d) of (e) essential/necessary (f) communicate (g) retreat /option
(i) the celebration of 21st February as Shaheed Dibosh.
(ii) with mourning songs
(iii) in barefoot processions, singing mourning songs
(iv) to pray for the language martyrs
(v) Various programmes
(vi) proclaimed as the International Mother Language Day by The UNESCO.
1. Dhaka Board 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
It was 4 in the afternoon. Hamid was studying (a) — the library when his cell phone rang. It was his younger sister, Runa. She said that she was standing (b) — front of (c) — shopping mall opposite Hamid’s office and asked him to meet her there as soon as possible. Hamid hurried out of (d) — library. As he went (e) — the street, he noticed that Runa was not alone. She was holding (f) — three to four years old girl (g) — hand. (h) — child was crying and Runa was trying frantically (i) — to pacify her. Some passers-by were looking (j) — them suspiciously. When he reached her, she started to explain.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 *10 = 5
build
idle
work
reach
follow
remember
be
lag
depend
lead
Bangladesh is full of natural resources. The prosperity of the country (a) — on the proper utilization of the resources. We should not (b) — a lazy life. We should all (c) — up our country. For this reason, we have to (d) — hard. No nation can prosper without industry. It should be (e) — that industry is the key to success. If we (f) — the days away, we (g) — behind. The nations that (h) — industrious (i) — the pinnacle of development. So, we (j) — them.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Bangladesh is a low-lying country. (Change it into Interrogative) (b) Every year natural disasters visit us. (Change it into passive voice) (c) Who does not know the consequence of Tsunami? (Change it into Assertive sentence) (d) The recent flood was very devastating. (Change it into Exclamatory sentence) (e) Dhaka is the most risky city in the earthquake zone. (Change it into Positive degree)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 *10 = 5
The aim of (a) — (educate) is to make a man fully equipped to be (b) — (use) to himself and to society. A (c) — (true) educated person should be self-reliant with regard to his (d) — (person) needs. He should be well mannered, (e) — (thought), sympathetic and co-operative. He should be (f) — (truth), honest, punctual and (g) — (duty). Punctuality is a virtue that makes a nation (h) — (prosper). An educated person tries to (i) — (move) the suffering of his countrymen. He also helps others in attaining (j) — (self-reliant).
Make tag questions of these statements.
(a) Everybody wants to lead a better life, —? (b)A better life seldom comes without hard work, —? (c) We have to work hard for this, —? (d) But most of us can hardly do the job, —? (e) Actually, life is not a bed of roses, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.0.5*10=5
have you killed the rats said the mayor yes i have replied the paper give me the promised money how funny you are said the mayor take only fifty
Part B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, you are Samira/Shamim and you have passed B.Sc Hon’s in Chemistry. You have seen a circular for the post of Medical Representative in a renowned company. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post.
Suppose, you are Sami/Sara living in Sylhet. You went to Dhaka by train yesterday. You lost your goods while going to Dhaka. Now, write a letter to the Chief Operating Officer of Bangladesh Railway complaining about your missing goods.
10
RAJSHAHI BOARD2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
It is needless to say that washing hands is very important for us. It is certainly (a) — important issue. Washing hands regularly can save us from a kind of infectious disease (b) — COVID-19. Washing hands with soap is (c) — must. We have to wash hands (d) — taking meal and (e) — using the toilet. Again, we should wash hands after touching sick members (f) — our family and pet animals. Washing hands is also strictly recommended after coming back (g) — outside. Washing hands in (h) — proper wav may help us stay away from corona virus, (i) — reason is that corona virus spreads through touch. So, it is (j) — important to keep our hands clean.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
understand
be
preach
respect
stop
prosper
feel
reign
prevail
defeat
Truth always (a) — in the world. Falsehood may (b) — for the time being. Those, who (c) — engaged in (d) — the truth are (e) — by the people. Those who (f) — interest in telling lies cannot (g) — in life. They may prosper seemingly. But, after all, they become really (h) —. Socrates throughout his life would preach the truth. He tried to make people (i) — what was good for them. He was troubled by the powerful people. Yet, he never (j) — teaching good things.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Only you can do the work. (Negative)
(b) No other friend is as great as books. (Superlative)
(c) The rose is a very nice flower. (Exclamatory)
(d) We should be patriots. (Imperative)
(e)He called it laurel. (Passive)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Everybody knows that (a) — (smoke) is a (b) — (danger) bad habit. It is (c) — (harm) to health. It is also (d) — (cost). A (e) — (smoke) should not smoke (f) public. Smoking creates (g) — (pollute). A single puff of cigarette contains (h) — (numerable) harmful particles that cause many (i) — (respirator) diseases which are incurable. But there are many people who are (j) — (aware) of the bad effects of smoking.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) He let me do it, —?
(b) Let’s be sincere in our life, —?
(c) Everybody respects the freedom fighters, —?
(d) Success cannot be achieved without efforts, —?
(e) He has to lead a miserable life, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 *10 = 5
Shoel asked Alam Friend have you ever visited the National Memorial at Savar in Dhaka Wow how Splendid it is Yes I havent yet gone there said Alam
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Mind that, you are Tamim/Tamima. Your home district is Khulna. You have recently completed MBA from Dhaka University. You have found a job advertisement in ‘The Daily Prothom Alo’ that there is a vacancy post for the position of Junior Marketing Officer in BD Textile Limited. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 10
Suppose, you are Munir/Mita, a student of Joypara High School, Manikganj. Your School has some computers for the students. But it is very sorry to say that most of the computers are out of order. So, the students cannot get proper facilities for practice. Now, write a complained letter to the Headmaster to take proper steps about this immediately. 10
JASHORE BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
Road accidents have recently become (a) — regular phenomenon in our country. As a result of the accidents, many persons fall a victim (b) — untimely death. It is reported that most of the accidents occur (c) — the violation of traffic rules, by (d) — unskilled drivers and unconscious passers-by. Many unlicensed and faulty vehicles also endanger (e) — passengers and (f) — passers-by. So, in order to save us (g) — the accidents (h) — government is trying to create awareness (i) — the people and has passed strict laws (j) — the accused.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
form
owe
respect
succeed
admit
consider
take
understand
acquire
forget
In an educational institution teacher-students relationship is (a) — to be the most important matter. It is such a relationship that is (b) — on the basis of mutual (c) —. A student always (d) — teachers because he cannot but (e) — help from them in case of (f) — knowledge. The sensible students never (g) — their teachers. Moreover, they (h) — their memorable teachers’ role which helps them (i) — in life. So, they always (j) — their teachers.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) The freedom fighters are considered to be the real heroes of our country. (Active)
(b) Their contribution will never be forgotten. (Affirmative)
(c) Their sacrifice is greater than any other thing. (Positive)
(d) By taking proper steps, we can improve their condition. (Negative)
(e) We must show proper respect to them. (Passive)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Life without leisure and (a) — (relax) is dull. Life becomes (b) — (charm) if one does not have any time to enjoy the (c) — (beauty) objects of nature. (d) — (monotony) work hinders the (e) — (smooth) of work. Leisure (f) — (rich) our spirit to work. Everybody knows that (g) — (work) is (h) — (harm). Leisure does not mean (i) — (idle). It gives freshness to (j) — (create) our energy.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Everyone is nostalgic in life, —?
(b) We hardly forget the golden past, —?
(c) The memories of childhood are always haunting us, —?
(d) The sweetest memories of childhood are colourful, —?
(e) Who forgets these memories, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
go to bed now mother said you can complete your assignment in the morning no mom ill finish it now.
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, a computer programmer will be appointed in the National ICT Research Centre, Dhaka. You are very interested for the post. Now, write a C.V with a cover letter for the same. 10
People of all sections have to suffer a lot because of load shedding. The economic frame of the country is going to be weak for it. Now, write a complain letter to the editor of a newspaper about the problem of frequent load-shedding over the country.
CUMILLA BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
Travelling has (a) — great influence (b) — our minds. The human mind always craves (c) — change. There is none who does not feel a thrill of joy (d) — the new sight of experience. The traveller comes in contact (e) — various types of people. If he moves (f) — with the observant eyes, he can acquire (g) — lot of practical knowledge about men and things of (h) — world which books alone cannot provide. Travelling gives us (i) — opportunity to enjoy the more enchanting sights of nature. It helps one enrich his knowledge and makes him completely (j) — perfect man.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
know
hinder
hear
begin
call
remember
inspire
be
bear
join
You must have (a) — the name of Kazi Nazrul Islam. He (b) — our national poet. He (c) — as a rebel poet as well. He (d) — in a poor family. But dire needs could not (e) — his potentiality. When the First World War broke out, he (f) — the army. After the war, he (g) — to compose poems. At that time his poems and songs (h) — people against oppression. He (i) — the Shelley of Bangla literature. We should (j) — him for his great deeds.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Very few conquerors of the world were so great as Taimur. (Superlative)
(b) The province of a powerful prince was once attacked by young Taimur. (Active)
(c) He captured a large village. (Passive)
(d) The army killed Taimur’s all soldiers. (Negative)
(e) He did not disguise himself as a rich traveller to survive. (Affirmative)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
(a) — (Forestation) means cutting down of trees (b) — (discriminately). Bangladesh is a (c) — (dense) populated country. This huge population needs more shelter, (d) — (agriculture) land, fuel and furniture etc. For all these reasons, people cut trees. Moreover, there are (e) — (honest) people who cut trees for making money (f) — (legally). The (g) — (remove) of trees causes serious damage to the soil as trees give (h) — (protect) to soil as well. The temperature will rise and it will cause greenhouse effect. One day the country will be (i) — (suitable) for living. So, tree (j) — (plant) programme should be extended throughout the country.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Good health means the health free from all kinds of diseases, —?
(b) One can keep good health by following certain rules, —?
(c) He is to eat a balanced diet, —?
(d) He has to take regular physical exercise, —?
(e) He must enjoy sound sleep, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 *10 = 5
hasan is a renowned english teacher he has been teaching in our school for the past five years he is honest and sincere he is our favourite teacher we love him much
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, you want to be a teacher and you have seen an advertisement in a newspaper. An Assistant Teacher will be appointed in Nurpur High School, Netrokona. Now, write a C.V with a cover letter for the post of an Assistant Teacher. Your C.V should not exceed one page. 10
Suppose, you are an inhabitant of Mymensingh City, Mymensingh. The people of your locality suffer greatly due to insufficient water supply. Now, write a letter to the Mayor complaining about insufficient water.
CHATTOGRAM BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
Nowadays, parents are very conscious (a) — the harmful effect of punishment (b) — children. Child psychologists think that both (c) — physical and mental punishments can be disastrous for (d) — child’s growth and development. It may lead (e) — fear and hatred of the person who punishes (f) — child. Again, if (g) — child is punished, it may lack initiative. It may also feel hostile (h) — others. So, rude (i) — behaviour gradually develops (j) — him.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
take
deserve
thrive cause
run
fall
eat
be
know
do
Everybody (a) — that food adulteration (b) — a crime. Adulterated food is poisonous and (c) — diseases. People (d) — this kind of food (e) — victim to liver disease, cancer, kidney failure and so on. Some businessmen who are avaricious and (f) — after money only (g) — this heinous work. They (h) — on the miseries of others. They (i) — punishment. Some strict measures should be (j) — to stop this abominable task of this greedy businessmen.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Computer is one of the greatest inventions of modern science. (Positive)
(b) Computer is a blessing on earth. (Negative)
(c) We must learn how to use computer. (Imperative)
(d) Computer helps us a lot. (Passive)
(e) Because of its usefulness, it has become very popular. (Exclamatory)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Life without leisure and (a) — (relax) is dull. Nobody can work without rest. Life becomes (b) — (charm) if man does not have any time to enjoy (c) — (beauty) objects of nature. (d) — (monotony) work hinders the (e) — (smooth) of work. Leisure (f) — (new) our spirit of work. Everybody knows that (g) — (work) is (h) — (harm). Leisure does not mean (i) — (idle). It gives (j) — (fresh) to our mind.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Time and tide wait for none, —?
(b) Unfortunately, many of us waste our time, —?
(c) None can prosper in life without utilizing time properly, —?
(d) So, everybody should realize this truth, —?
(e)Let’s make the best use of time, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Once a rich banker said to a poor cobbler How much do you earn a year The cobbler replied laughing I never count in this way I earn barely enough to pass a day And I’m happy Are you really happy said the banker.
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, some computer operators will be appointed in Prime Bank. You, Labib/Tanha, are interested to be a computer operator. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. 10
Suppose, your village is badly affected by the recent flood. The people have been suffering severely due to lack of food and shelter. Now, write an application to the UNO for the relief goods for the affected people.
SYLHET BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
Friendship is (a) — great human virtue. It is (b) — love and affection between two persons. It binds more than one person (c) — good relationship and inspires each other to share (d) — joys and sorrows (e) — life. Man is (f) — social being. He cannot live alone. So, he wants (g) — company. He yearns (h) — giving and receiving love and affection. Friendship grows between the persons (i) — similar taste, feelings and thoughts. It grows out of mutual understanding and give and take. It generally grows (j) — two persons of the same age.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
develop
have
emphasize
keep
learn
need
go
motivate
enrich
modify
Communicative competence in English is urgently (a) — in our country. The present world (b) — fast and (c) — on with the advancement of technology. With a view to (d) — pace with the present world, we cannot help (e) — English. The present curriculum has (f) — learning English by (g) — the books (h) — with modern information. But readers should be (i) — to read more supplementary books. (j) — an ICT based skill can be very productive to keep pace with this advanced world.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Honesty is the best way of leading life. (Positive)
(b) This noble virtue is always appreciated. (Active)
(c) Honesty can open a door of peace before a person. (Negative)
(d) Honesty is a very important virtue. (Exclamatory)
(e) So, we should never be dishonest. (Imperative)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5* 10 = 5
Money occupies a unique position in our modern (a) — capital economy. In its (b) — absent, the whole (c) — prosper economic life would collapse like a packet of cards. Money is used as a medium of (d) — change. It promotes (e) — specialise which increases (f) product and efficiency. But money cannot buy (g) — happy. Money is a must for our life. But it is not necessary to bring happiness. Happiness is (h) — absolute a psychological thing. It is the name of a feeling. It means the (i) — content of the mind. He who has (j) — satisfy with what he has is really a happy one.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Nobody was present yesterday, —?
(b)I am an SSC examinee, —?
(c) Don’t tell a lie, —?
(d) The widower shut the door, —?
(e) The idle can do little for society, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
I said to the old man, what are you doing I am watching the boy, swimming in the pond he said How happy they are May Allah bless them let me sit by you and enjoy the scene I said.
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, you are Adib/Adiba. You got your MBA exam result last month. Recently you have seen a vacancy advertisement in “The Daily Star” for the post of a ‘Senior Officer’ in a private bank. Now, write a CV with cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 10
Suppose, you are Arafat/Arefa, a student of class X reading in Rajshahi High School, Rajshahi. There is a lack of quality books in your school library. Now, write an application to the Headmaster on behalf of the students of your school to increase the number of quality books in the library.
BARISHAL BOARD
2022 English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks]
Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
Metro rail is (a) — mega project in the development history (b) — Bangladesh. To make traffic (c) — movement easy and smooth in the city of Dhaka, metro rail is sure to play (d) — great role. The mega city of almost two crore people is struggling badly with its narrow and (e) — over crowded roads. But metro rail is sure to come as a sigh of relief. With its (f) — uninterrupted movement, it will carry sixty thousand passengers per hour (g) — both ends. 16th December, 2022 is going to be (h) — unforgettable day for (i) — dwellers of Dhaka city. (j) — this day, the red and green coloured coaches of metro rail will take the passengers to their destinations with ease and comfort.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
get
upgrade
read
take
be
continue
see
retrain
observe
start
1st January (a) — now as the book festival in Bangladesh. On this day, students (b) — in school and madrashas get new text books free of cost. Books (c) — the most important teaching aids for the students. If students (d) — books in time, their academic progress will be greatly hampered. So, the present government (e) — this epoch-making programme. This programme will undoubtedly play a vital role in (f) — the standard of education. By getting books on this day, students can start (g) — their preparation from the very beginning of the academic year. Guardians of the students also become happy to (h) — new books in the hands of their children. So, this programme should be (i) — for building an educated nation. The people of Bangladesh (j) — ever grateful to the present government for taking this noble initiative.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Flower cultivation is very profitable now. (Exclamatory)
(b) Many people cultivate flowers for earning money. (Passive)
(c) At present, there is a great demand of flowers. (Interrogative)
(d)Everybody becomes glad to get flowers. (Negative)
(e) In some cases, flowers are more welcoming than any other gift. (Positive)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Mango is a very popular fruit in Bangladesh. This (a) — (season) fruit is very tasty and juicy. There are (b) — (vary)types of mangoes. Among these, Himshagor and Amropali are (c) know. Mango is (d) favour to most of the people. Actually, there is (e) — (hard)any person who does not like mango. Most of the (f) — (ripe)mangoes are sour. But, they become sweet and tasty when they are ripe. Mango cultivation is very (g) — (profit)in Bangladesh. But all areas are not (h) — (suit) for mango cultivation. It is widely cultivated in Rajshahi, Chapai Nawabgonj and Satkhira districts. Mango farmers (i) — (come)very glad when the production is huge. They dream of improving their (j) — (economy) condition by selling their mangoes at a good price.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Truthfulness is a great virtue, —?
(b) Nothing is better than this quality, —?
(c) Everybody loves a truthful man, —?
(d) Follow the footprints of truthful persons, —?
(e) Let us try to be truthful, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
my mother said to me where are you going i am going to school said i did you go to school yesterday
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, you are Habib/Habiba. You have passed HSC and got a diploma on computer operating. You have seen a vacancy advertisement in “The Daily Star” that the National ICT Research Center is going to appoint a Computer Operator. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 10
Suppose, you are Arif/Arifa. You read in Kazirbag School, Noakhali. There is a big library in your school. But the collection of books and sitting arrangements are not satisfactory. Now, write a complaint letter to your Head Master abour this matter.
DINAJPUR BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks] 1. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5 Bangladesh is a free land but she is beset (a) — many problems. The use of poly bags is very dreadful. Recently it has become (b) — great threat (c) — our environment. (d) — used poly bags block the drainage system. As a result, the low-lying areas (e) — the towns and the cities go under (f) — dirty water when it rains heavily. The used poly bags also destroy (g) — fertility of our soil. Our government has already banned the production (h) — poly bags. Yet some greedy and (i) — dishonest businessmen are producing the bags (j) — their own interest.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 * 10 = 5
have
dislike
create
show
refer
maintain
be
regard
indulge
hamper
Social value denotes customs, beliefs, social practices and norms. Besides, social value (a) — to the mode of manners and the way of behaviour. Social value is (b) — as the picture of the culture of a nation. It (c) — a great educative value in our life. In the past people were very much conscious of (d) — social values. Dishonesty, cruelty, misconduct, untruthfulness, rude behaviour etc. were strongly hated and (e) — in the society. At present our social value (f) — in a great threat. Young people (g) — due respect to their elders. They are seen (h) — in different types of anti-social activities. As a result, peace and order and decent life are greatly (i) —. It is high time we (j) — social awareness about social values.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) The government has almost completed the construction of the Padma Bridge. (Passive)
(b) This is the largest bridge of Bangladesh. (Comparative degree)
(c) The countrymen will be very happy when it will be opened for use. (Exclamatory)
(d) It is a mega project. (Negative)
(e) We should go to visit it. (Imperative)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 * 10 = 5
The nature of a mother’s love is the same in all countries. It is (a) — (universe). For our (b) — (exist) on earth, we (c) — (great)owe to our father and mother, (d) — (special) to our mother. A mother’s love is (e) — (parallel)and unique. A child’s (f) — (relate) with its mother is (g) — (heaven) and (h) — (spirit). We can (i) — (hard) see a mother (j) — (different) to her child’s wellbeing.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Industry is the key to success, —?
(b) The industrious are prosperous, —?
(c) They hardly suffer from poverty, —?
(d) On the other hand, there is no alternative to industry, —?
(e) Let us try to be industrious, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
the old woman said can you give me some food i have been starving for three days the young man said why do you beg cant you work
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks]
Suppose, you are Jamil/Jamila and you have completed your honours and masters degrees in English and you are looking for a job. Recently you have seen an advertisement for the post of an Assistant Teacher in English at Balaka Model High School, Dhaka. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 10
Imagine, you are Helal/Helena, a student of class 9 of Rupali Public School, Tangail. Your school has a big library, but the collection of books and sitting arrangement are not satisfactory. Now, write a complaint letter to your Head Master to solve the problem. 10
MYMENSINGH BOARD 2022
English (Compulsory)– Second Paper
Time: 2 hours
Full marks: 50 [N.B- The figures in the right margin indicates full marks.]
Part-A: Grammar [30 Marks] 1. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). 0.5 * 10 = 5
A national flag is (a) — matter of pride for a nation. Every independent nation in (b) — world has a national flag (c) — its own. As (d) — independent nation, we have a national flag. Our national flag is (e) — symbol of independence, (f) — sovereignty and prosperity. Red and green colours are used in it. The red colour used in (g) — flag indicates (h) — martyrs who laid down their valuable lives (i) — the independence of our country. We must uphold its (j) — honour.
Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 10 = 5
make
conduct
send
do
be
become
enhance
help
use
increase
Mobile phone is an important medium of modern communication which (a) — intercommunication. It (b) — our life very easy and comfortable. The world (c) smaller due to the rapid use of it. Mobile phone connected with the Internet (d) —— its users watch TV, and, use social media like Facebook, Instagram, Linkedln etc. We (e) — almost everything by using various mobile apps. We can check mails and (f) — the reply through it. The use of mobile phone (g) — noticeably during COVID-19. Nowadays, teachers and students (h) — dependent on it greatly. It has played a vital role in (i) — online education. But excessive use of it causes unpredictable health hazards. So, we (j) — it excessively.
Change the sentences according to directions. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Computer is one of the greatest inventions of modern science. (Make it positive)
(b) In fact, it is a blessing of science. (Make it negative without changing the original meaning)
(c) It has facilitated the world very greatly. (Make it exclamatory)
(d) Moreover, it has lessened our workloads. (Make it passive)
(e) So, we should use it in our everyday life. (Make it imperative)
Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis. 0.5 *10 = 5
Health is wealth. To keep in good health, we have to follow many things. Physical exercise is one of them. It increases our appetite and improves (a) — (digest) power. If anybody suffers from (b) — (digest), he should take physical exercise. Proper (c) — (digest) of food removes his loss of appetite. Physical exercise removes (d) — (constipate) and helps proper blood (e) — (circulate). Our anti-bodies will be (f) — (act) if our blood circulation is (g) — (normal). (h) — (proper) blood circulation in our bodies may cause many (i) — (predictable) physical problems. So, we must take physical exercise for the (j) — (improve) of blood circulation.
Make tag questions of these statements. 1 * 5 = 5
(a) Reading books is a good habit, —?
(b) One should read books to acquire knowledge, —?
(c) Reading books never goes in vain, —?
(d) There is a saying, “The more you read, the more you learn”, —?
(e) So, a student should form the habit of reading books, —?
Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 0.5 * 10 = 5
Monira said to Protiva How does the question seem to you Have you got everything common. No one item is uncommon to me. What about you said Protiva. Im in the same position like you replied Monira.
Part-B: Composition [20 Marks] 7. Suppose, you are Kabir/Kabita. You have passed the HSC this year. You have found a vacancy advertisement published in “The Daily Ittefaq” for the post of a salesman in a manufacturing company. Now, write a CV with a cover letter to the Manager for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 10
8. Suppose, you are Abid/Abida of class X of Raipura Adarsha High School, Raipura, Narsingdi. You have a canteen in your school. But the quality of foods is not good and healthy. Now, write a complaint letter to the Headmaster about it.
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
The success of Kalsindur girls reads like an epic. They started their journey with practically nothing. They didn’t have any boots or jerseys to wear. wear. Initially, they played wearing salwer and kamij. They also suffered from malnutrition. What made them win against all adversities then? What was the magic behind? Mohammad Mafiz Uddin was an assistant teacher at Kalisndur Government Free Primary School where Minati Rani Sheel was the head teacher. They observed the girls interests in football and decided to help. It was however not that easy. Girls playing football is still not a common picture in Bangladesh. Guardians were not convinced as they were used to seeing girls helping mothers with household chores. A farmer, an auto-rickshaw driver, a tea-shop owner or a housemaid mother couldn’t be that ambitious either. But Minati Rani Sheel and Mohammad Mafiz Uddin persuaded them to allow their daughters to play. Being great motivators, the two teachers supported the girls in their effort to overcome the odds. They inspired them, created opportunities for them and took personal care of them. Soon the girls could prove themselves, shaking off their inhibition. Their success has also persuaded the villagers to come to their support. When the girls moved to the nearby secondary school and college, they did not have their Minati Maam and Mafiz Uddin Sir with them, but soon another motherly person offered her helping hand Mala Rani Sarkar, an Assistant Professor of History who was joined by one of her colleagues, Jual Mia. They agreed to coach the girls. Mr. Jalaluddin, who was then the head teacher of the school, also supported them. Gradually the local community, public representatives and the local, administration came forward. Bangladesh Football Federation also gave special attention to them and finally another football magician, Golam Robbani Choton, the coach of the Bangladesh Woman’s ‘s National Football Team, mentored these girls and helped them become complete professional footballers.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: Marks 0.5×10=5
(a) Mohammad Mafiz Uddin was a
(i) organizer (ii) mentor (iii) promoter (iv) moderator
(b) What does the word ‘Malnutrition’ mean?
(i) Lack of deliciousness (ii) Lack of taste (iii) Lack of balanced health (iv) Lack of food
(c) “Girls playing football is not a common picture.” What does it mean?
(i) Football is not a game for girls (ii) Football is not a good game
(iii) Football is restricted for stricted for girls (iv) Girls are not regular in playing football
(d) What is the meaning of the word ‘chores’?
(i) House works (ii) Jobs (iii) Forces (iv) Responsibilities
(e) What does the phrase ‘Shake off mean here?
(i) Throw (ii) To get rid of (iii) Avoid (iv) Move
(f) Secondary level of school means
(i) six to eight (ii) six to ten (iii) six to twelve (iv) five to eight
(g) Public representatives are
(i) non-government workers (ii) paid workers (iii) government workers (iv) elected persons
(h) The very word ‘attention’ is related to
(i) physic (ii) mentality (iii) emotion (iv) consciousness
(i) Kalsindur is a
(i) district (ii) thana (iii) sub-district (iv) village
(j) What is the opposite word of ‘inhibition’?
(i) Capacity (ii) Advantage (iii) Promotion (iv) Possibility
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) “The success of Kalsindur girls reads like an epic”- What does the line indicate?
(b) Who were the persons behind the magic of the success of the girls?
(c) Why were the guardians not interested in allowing the girls playing football?
(d) Who is Golam Rabbani Choton? What was his contribution for the girls?
(e) What inspiration do you get from the success of Kalsindur girls? Discuss.
2. Read the following passage and make a flow chart showing the names of junk foods (one is done for you): 1×5=5
Junk foods are processed foods consisting of high calories, but that is considered only as a broad umbrella. These foods are prepared in a way that they look appealing and are enjoyable so you are chemically programmed to ask for more. According to Dr. Sunali Sharma, a Dietician & Nutritionist, “Commercial products including salted snack foods, chewing gum, candy, sugary deserts, fried fast food and sweetened carbonated beverages that have little or no nutritional value but are high in calories, salt and fats may be considered junk foods. Though not all fast foods are junk foods, a great number of them are. For instance, a salad may be fast food but is definitely not junk food. Some foods like burgers, pizzas, and tacos may alternate between junk and healthy categories depending on the ingredients, calories and process of manufacturing.”
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life, such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of self-confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows. The first thing education does is to give us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we being school, we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We then expand our sense of belonging to include the school at large, our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical change if necessary: 0.5×10=5
prosper
be
so
help
idealism
hence
immortal
positive
country
welfare
materialism
quality
Good citizens are (a) — people who are possessing the (b) — attitude about their society, community and (c) — also. They never possess the quality of (d) — deviated from the right path. They are always thinking about the (e) — of their surroundings. They have all the good (f) — that lead them to the path of (g) — others. That is why good citizens are loved by all. They are not thinking of their (h) — prosperity. And, (i) — they dedicate their lives for others which (j) — them.
5. Fill in the blanks with appropriate words: 1×10=10
The development of communication in any (a) — creates an impact on the development of the economy (b) — the gross (c) — product of any country. Bangladesh, in this sense, has become a (d) — model all over the world. The present government has scheduled (e) — and such projects recently (f) — increase the lifestyle of the country people. We can (g) — here some of such developments: The Padma Multipurpose Bridge, the (h) — way, Bangabandhu Tunnel under the river (i) — and the Metro Rail in Dhaka City. The national and international business will be (j) — by these kinds of communication development.
7. The graph below shows the users condition of the social sites of mobile phone in internet for the last four years. Now, describe the graph highlighting the information given in the chart. 37-50% 25% 15% 10% 15 2020 2021 2022 2023
8. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words:
Raihan is a student who has recently passed the HSC Exam obtaining unexpected marks. He was not attentive to his studies. ther passed time idly and disobediently. But after his Test Rather Exam,
9. Suppose, you are Jinia. You younger sister Sonia reads in a school in Dhaka. Now, write a letter to her describing the advantages of learning English.
2. Barishal Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
Valentina Tereshkova was born in the village Maslennikovo, Tutayevsky District, in Central Russia. Tereshkova’s father was a tractor driver and her mother worked in a textile plant. Tereshkova began school in 1945 at the age of eight but left school in 1953 and continued her education through distance learning. She became interested in parachuting from a young age, and trained in skydiving at the local Aeroclub, making her first jump at age 22 on 21 May 1959. At that time she was employed as a textile worker at a local factory. It was her expertise in skydiving that led to her selection as a cosmonaut.
After the flight of Yuri Gagarin (The first human being to travel to outer space in 1961), the Soviet Union decided to send a woman in space. On 16 February 1962, Proletaria Valentina Tereshkova was selected for this project from among more than four hundred applicants. Tereshkova had to undergo a series of training that included weightless fights, Isolation tests, centrifuge tests, rocket theory. Since the successful launch of the spacecraft Vostok-5 on 14 June 1963, Tereshkova began cosmonaut Solovyova were dressed in spacesuits and taken to the space shuttle launch pad by a bus. After completing her communication launched port checks, she was sealed inside Vostok-6.Finishing a two-hour countdown Vostok-6 launched faultlessly.
Although Tereshkova experienced nausea and physical discomfort for much of the flight, she orbited the earth 48 times and spent almost three days in space. With a single flight, she logged more flight time than the combined times of all American astronauts who had flown before that date. Tereshkova also maintained a flight log and took photographs of the horizon, which were later used to identify aerosol layers within the atmosphere.
Vostok-6 was the final Vostok flight and was launched two days after Vostok-5, which carried valary Bykovsky into a similar orbit for five days, landing three hours after Tereshkova. The two vessels approached each other with 5 kilometers at one point, and from space Tereshkova communicated with Bykovsky and the Soviet leader Khrushchev by radio.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: Marks 0.5×10=5
(a) What is the best antonym of the word ‘Faultlessly?
(i) perfectly. faultily of ‘ (iii) accurately under (iv) flawlessly
(b) What is the meaning is undergo
(i) go through (ii) exclude (iii) cause (iv) comfort
(c) It was her expertise in skydiving that led her selection as cosmonaut. The word ‘skydiving’ stands for-
(i) Present participle (ii) Gerund (iii) Infinitive (iv) Both i and ii
d) Tereshkova logged more flight time than the combined times of all American astronauts who had flown before that date. Identify the clause
(i) Noun clause (ii) Adjective clause (iii) Adverbial clause (iv) All of them
(e) What does the word ‘communicate’ in the passage refer to?
(i) interact (ii) contact (iii) continue Both i and ii
(f) The word ‘isolation’ can be best explained as-
(i) to be exclusive (ii) to be concerned (iii) to stand aside (iv) segregation
(g) Mig-15 UTI is a/an
(i) space project (ii) aircraft (iii) flying saucer (iv) projector
(h) What is the closest meaning of ‘ plant’?
(i) workshop (ii) mill (iii) factory (iv) all of them
(i) The word ‘parachuting’ in the passage refers to
(i) Noun (ii) Adjective (iii) Verb (iv) Adverb
(j) What is the meaning of the word ‘launch’?
(i) taking off (ii) comfort (iii) rule (iv) space craft
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) Which was the first journey by a woman in space? How?
(b) What do you mean by kosto write in 2/3 sentences.
(c) Briefly discuss Tereshkova’s life in not more than 3 sentences.
(d) How did Tereshkova communicate with Bykovsky and the Soviet leader Khrushchev?
(e) Who were dressed in space-suits and taken to the space shuttle launch pad by bus? When?
2. Read the following text and make a flow-chart giving information about civic engagement. (one has been done for you):
In civic engagement, issues of public concern are crucial. Civic engagement includes individual or group activities to protect public interests and change the way the community values itself. For example, if you are protesting against any unjust decision of the local municipality such as raising taxes or an act that might work against people’s interests, you are civically engaged and your action is considered a civic engagement. This protest can be done in different ways such as organizing rallies, collecting signatures, making human chains, writing petitions, etc. You can also help control traffic in front of a so school, help children to cross the roads, work in a team to clean a park or a sea beach, You can also give some services to elderly people. These are all examples of civic engagement as what you do directly affects the community.
i. To help children to cross the roads
ii. To protect public interest
iii. To protest against any unjust decision
iv. To help control traffic in front of a school
v. To work in a team to clean a park
vi. To give some services to elderly people
3. Summarize the following text:
The orphanage is high in the Carolina mountains. I was there in the autumn. I wanted quiet, isolation, to do some troublesome writing. I wanted mountain air to blow out the Malaria from too long a time in the subtropics. I was home-sick too, for the flaming of Maples in October, and for corn shocks and pumpkins and black-walnut trees . . . I found them all living in a cabin that belonged to the orphanage, half a mile beyond the orphanage farm. When I took the cabin, I asked for a boy or man to come and chop wood for the fireplace . . . . . I looked up from my type- writer one late afternoon, a little startled. A boy stood at the door and my pointer dog, my companion, was at his side and had not barked to warn me. The boy was probably twelve years old, but under sized. He wore overalls and a torn shirt, and was barefooted. He said, “I can chop some wood today.”
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical changes if necessary:
cheat
make
story
completely
tell
face
care
matter
rescue
treat
think
promise
Keeping promise given to anyone is a must though it takes much perseverance to keep promise honestly. Since keeping promise is a (a) _______ of remembrance, we should be (b) ______ whenever we make promises. While (c) ______ an unavoidable danger, people. usually (d) _______ any promise only to be (e) _____ from the situation without perfect (f) ________ . After being rescued, most people (g) _____ forget the promises given. A (h) _____ about the Pied Piper of Germany. (i) ______ how the Piper was deliberately (j) ______ by the Mayor, who has made promises to give Piper one thousand guilders for his work.
5. Fill in the blanks with appropriate word in each gap:
When a girl gets married, she usually drops out of school and begins full-time work in her inlaws’ household. In the in-laws’ house, she is marginalized. She (a) — vulnerable to all forms of abuse, (b) — dowry-related violence. In Bangladesh, it is still (c) — for a bride’s family to pay dowry, (d) — the practice being illegal. Dowry demands can also (e) — after the wedding. For an adolescent (f) —, even if her in-laws are supportive, there (g) — greater health risks in terms of (h) — and child birth. The majority of adolescent (i) — and their families are uninformed or insufficiently (j) — about reproductive health and contraception. The maternal mortality rate for adolescents is double the national rate.
6. The following sentences are jumbled. Re-arrange them in proper sequence:
(i) Hojja became furious and decided to teach him a lesson.
(ii) Suddenly, he saw someone calling from below.
(iii) Hojja immediately replied, for why did you make me climb all the way down stairs money? Couldn’t you see that I was working?”
(iv) When he came near, the man said that he was a beggar and wanted some money.
(v) One day, Nasiruddin Hojja was mending a hole on the roof of his two storeyed house.
(vi) The beggar was very surprised and asked why Hojja had made him climb the stairs to say he had no money.
(vii) When they both got to the rooftop, where he was previously working, Hojja turned towards the man and said, “Sorry, I have no money, so you have to leave.”
(viii) He saw there was a man standing at the foot of the stairs and was asking him to get down and listen to him.
(ix) So, he told the man to climb the stairs with him.
(x) Being curious, he climbed down from the roof and went down the stairs.
Part II-Guided
Writing Marks-40
7. The graph below shows the importance and usage of English. Describe the graph in at least 80 words: 100 80- 60- 80 58. 50 40- 20 33 30 0 Usage of English in information technology 80% Usage of English as the 1st language 33% Used in various organizations 30% Used in other purposes 50% Using English as the 2nd language 58% 18. 15
8. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words:
Urmi was an HSC examinee. After completing her HSC exam, she went to take admission test Dhaka to in Dhaka University. But she did not get chance in the university. Being frustrated, she returned Chashi
9. You have many friends who are students with dengue fever and hospitalized. Now, write a letter to your friend showing sympathy.
3. Jeshore Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
His name was Jerry……………. he had been at the orphanage since he was four. I could picture him at four, with the same grave gray-blue eyes and the same independence? No, the word that comes to me is “integrity” ………. . It is bedded on courage, but it is more than brave. It is honest, but it is more than honesty. The axe handle broke one day. Jerry said the woodshop at the orphanage would repair it. I brought money to pay for the job and he refused it. “I’ll pay for it,” he said. “I broke it. I brought the axe down careless.” “But no one hits accurately every time.” I told him. “The fault was in the wood of the handle. I’ll see the man from whom I bought it.”
It was only then that he would take the money. He was standing back of his own carelessness. He was a free-will agent and he chose to do careful work, and if he failed, he took the responsibility without subterfuge.
And he did for me the unnecessary thing, the gracious thing, that we find done only by the great of heart. Things no training can teach, for they are done on the instant, with no predicated experience. He found a cubbyhole beside the fireplace that I had not noticed. There, of his own accord, he put kindling and “medium” wood, so that I might always have dry fire material ready in case of sudden wet weather. A stone was loose in the rough walk to the cabin. He dug a deeper hole and steadied it, although he came, himself, by a shortcut over the bank. I found that when I tried to return his thoughtfulness with such things as candy and apples, he was wordless. “Thank you” was, perhaps, an expression for which he had no use, for his courtesy was instinctive. He only looked at the gift and at me, and a curtain lifted, so that I saw deep into the clear well of his eyes, and gratitude was there, and affection, soft over the firm granite of his character.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: 0.5×10=5
(a) What does the word ‘grave’ in the passage mean?
(i) deep (ii) insignificant (iii) light (iv) exuberant
(b) The word ‘careless’ mentioned in the passage means
(i) impudent (ii) considerate (iii) foresighted (iv) heedless
(c) What impressed the writer?
(i) Jerry’s sense of sincerity (ii) Fairness of character (iii) Jerry’s sense of courtesy (iv) Jerry’s sense of integrity
(d) What does the word ‘gratitude’ in the passage refer to?
(i) ungratefulness (ii) appreciation thankfulness (iv) thanklessness
(e) What type of attitude did Jerry show when he got a gift from the writer?
(i) Cheerful (ii) thankful (iii) indifferent (iv) silent
(f) “He was a free-will agent”-What does the word ‘free-will’ mean?
(i) reluctant (ii) enforced autonomy (iv) involuntary
(g) What does the word ‘subterfuge’ in the passage refer to?
(i) candidness excuse (iii) forthrightness (iv) none of these
(h) What is the antonym of the word ‘affection’?
(i) love (ii) devotion (iii) amity (iv)antipathy
(i) The word ‘gracious’ in the passage is closest in meaning to-
(i) courteous (ii) impolite (iii) ungenital (iv) cruel
(j) The word ‘refuse’ mentioned in the passage means
(i) restrain deny (iii) accept (iv) consent
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) “Jerry was a free-will agent” explain the statement in your own words.
(b) Why was the authoress impressed with Jerry?
(c) What does the phrase “granite of his character” refer to?
(d) What things did Jerry do “of his own accord”?
(e) “Jerry is a responsible boy” how do you know about his responsibility
2. Read the following passage and make a flow chart showing the principles of ecotourism set forth by the International Ecotourism Society (No. 1 has been done for you.) 1×5=5
Ecotourism is broadly defined as low impact travel to endangered and often undisturbed locations. It is different from traditional tourism because it allows the traveller to become educated about the areas-both in terms of the physical landscape and cultural characteristics. It often provides funds for conservation and benefits the economic development of places that are often impoverished. Principles of Ecotourism: Due to the growing popularity of environmentally-related and adventure travel, various types of trips are now being classified as ecotourism. Most of these are not truly ecotourism, however, because they do not emphasize conservation, education, low impact travel, and social and cultural participation in the locations being visited. Therefore, to be considered ecotourism, a trip must meet the following principles set forth by the International Ecotourism Society (TIES: 2015):
Minimize the impact of visiting the location (i. e. the use of roads)
Build respect and awareness of the travellers for the environment and cultural practices
Ensure that the tourism provides positive experiences for both the travellers and the hosts.
Provide direct financial aid for conservation.
Provide financial aid, empowerment and other benefits for local peoples.
Raise travellers’ awareness environmental and social climate of the host country’s political,
(1) Minimizing the impact of visiting the location.
(2) Building respect and awareness for the environment and cultural practices.
(3) Ensuring positive experiences for both the travellers and the hosts.
(4) Providing direct financial aid for Conservation.
(5) Providing financial aid, empowerment and other benefits for local peoples.
(6) Raising travellers’ awareness of the host country’s political, environmental and social climate.
3. Write a summary of the following text:
We spend money for different reasons. We buy foods, clothes or everyday essentials. Pay for different services, entertain people, travel to places, help others in need or invest in business and thus spend money everyday. In fact, spending in a part of our life. Spending may make us happy or unhappy depending on how and why we spend. When we spend money on things that we need and within our limit, it is good. When it becomes a compulsive behaviour, it makes life stressful. Unnecessary spending or spending beyond one’s means has some bad effects. For one thing, it may lead to financial ruin or debt, and for another, it may create unhappiness within families. People who overspend are never satisfied with what they have. They always rush for brands, fashion items, designer clothes etc. Over a period of time it becomes an addiction which may eventually create psychological problems.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than necessary. Make any grammatical changes if necessary: 0.5×10 =5
living
huge
great
economic
connects
dream
changes
mighty
ambitious
reality
owing
developed
The Padma Bridge is no longer a deram now; it is now a (a)—–. This multipurpose bridge is going to be a (b)—- boon for the south-western part of Bangladesh. But decades ago, it was rather an (c)—–dream, a daunting challenge to tame the (d)—– Padma. Crossing the river has always been strenuous and sometimes dangerous (e)—– to unreliable and limited ferry connections and long waits for crowded boats and launches. The Padma Bridge that (f)—— Dhaka with 21 southern districts is a potential catalyst for major economic (g)—— in the lives of over 30 million people (h)—– in the region and will give a (i)—– boost to trade and (i)—— activities.
5. Fill in the gaps using suitable words:
Nelson Mandela was an unconditional brave fighter against race discrimination. During his (a) ____ , he had (b) ___ himself to this (c) _____ of the people of Africa. He stated that he had fought against (d) ____ domination and he had fought against black (e) ______ . Being (f) ____ with his (g) ______ . Nadine Gordimer, the South African writer and/Nobel Laureate for literature, once (h) _______ that Mandela was at the (i) _____ of their time, theirs in South Africa, and the other people (j) _____ they were.
6. Rearrange the following sentences to make a coherent order :
(a) The cook was very stubborn.
(b) The cook could not check his temptation and ate one of the drumsticks.
(c) The master was also very clever and was not to be fooled so easily.
(d) The cook was more than clever.
(e) He replied that it was a one-legged duck.
(f) Once a cook roasted a duck for his master and it looked very delicious.
(g) The master came to have his meal and noticed one of the legs missing.
(h) He said that there was no one-legged duck.
(i) He asserted that this duck had only one leg.
(j) He asked what had happened to the other leg.
7. The pie chart shows the export sectors in Bangladesh that earn foreign currency. Write a paragraph describing the chart below You should highlight and summarize the information given in the pie chart: Tea, fish, leather, etc. 8%/ Others 8% Manpower 30% -Garments 54%
8. The following is the beginning of the story, complete it in your own words:
Once upon a time there lived a king in England. He had three daughters. Oneday he made up his mind to divide his kingdom among them. So, he called them in the court and asked each of them how much they loved him
9. Suppose, you are Nadim/Neela, write a letter to your brother/sister, Shakil/Sabiha advising him/her not to share any wrong information on Facebook.
4. Rajshahi Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
Children’s right to education is widely recognized today as a fundamental human right. But that right also implies that the school they go to will have a pleasant and learning friendly environment where everyone will have an enjoyable time. Teachers will be kind, caring and supportive and children will feel relaxed. No harsh words will be spoken to them and special care will be taken of children with learning disabilities. That, unfortunately is not the general picture in our school. The system of education in our part of the world does not allow children much freedom, and classrooms look more like cages where they are pent up for hours. Rabindranath Tagore found it unacceptable; so did William Blake (1757-1827) an English poet and painter, whose favourite subjects included children. In his poem “The School Boy” Blake writes about a young boy who is unhappy with his school where dour-faced teachers give joyless lessons. He would rather like to be outdoors and enjoy the summer day. He pleads with his parents to rescue him from the drudgery of school.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: 0.5×10=5
(a) The right to education is considered to be-
(i) negligible (ii) minor (iii) major (iv) fundamental
(b) What kind of environment does a child like?
(i) Strict (ii) Boring (iii) Joyful (iv) Tiresome
(c) What does the word ‘drudgery’ refer to?
(i) Pleasant task Hard and boring work (iii) Painful experience (iv) Bad feeling
(d) The word ‘implies’ indicates-
(i) to think something to be true (ii) to judge something to be just
(iii) to admit something (iv) to appreciate something
(e) The antonym of the word ‘harsh’ is-
(i) cruel (ii) unpleasant kind (iv) rough
(f) In our schools teachers should be-
(i) comprehensive (ii) judgemental (iii) authoritative helpful.
(g) When was William Blake born?
(i) In 1757 (ii) In 1767 (iii) In 1787 (iv) In 1797
(h) The expression ‘dour-faced’ means
(i) unfriendly and severe panicky (ii) sad and gloomy (iv) very anxious
(i) What unacceptable thing did Rabindranath find?
(i) Students’ anxiety about examinations (ii) Students’ caged up in classroom for hours (iii) Difficult lessons for children (iv) (j) Learners’ indifference to education Who should get special attention?
(i) Poor children (ii) Students with learning disabilities (iii) Unruly students (iv) Children with special intellect
B. Answer the following questions:
(a) What does children’s right to education imply?
(b) Mention three qualities a teacher should have.
(c) What does “learning-friendly environment” indicate?
(d) What is the general picture in our school?
(e) Describe the boy Blake portrays in his poem.
2. Read the following text and make a flow chart showing what we can do with the help of education (No.1 has been done for you). 1×5 =5
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life, such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of self-confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pic pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows. The first thing education does is to give us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we begin school, we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We then expand our sense of belonging to include the school at large, our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare.
i. Pick up skills to communicate with others
ii. Manage our affairs well
iii. Help us think independently
iv. Make our own opinion
v. Know more about the world
vi. Appreciate the good things
3. Summarize the following text:
We spend money for different reasons. We buy foods, clothes or everyday essentials, pay for different services, entertain people, travel to places, help others in need or invest in business and thus spend money every day. In fact, spending is, a part of our life. Spending may make us happy or unhappy depending on how and Marks why we spend. When we spend money on things that we need and within our limit, it is good. When it becomes a compulsive behaviour, it makes life stressful. Unnecessary spending or spending beyond one’s means has some bad effects. For one thing, it may lead to financial ruin or debt, and for another, it may create unhappiness within families. People who overspend are never satisfied with what they have. They always rush for brands, fashion items, designer clothes etc. Over a period of time it becomes an addiction which may eventually create psychological problems. Nowadays consumer items are displayed in stores or in advertisements in ways that they create a feeling of immediate need for them. We are constantly tempted to buy, use or consume things even when we do not have a genuine need. We all need to be careful here. Salespersons often encourage customers to buy things by flattering them. This is a perfect match for you’, they would say, or ‘You look so stunning in that dress’. Never forget, they say the same thing to most of their customers. It is better not to be persuaded by such words. They use these words to please the customers as the more a customer buys, the higher the profit is.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical change if necessary: 0.5×10 =5
capable
frustrate
both
be
build
achieve
syllabus
requirement
understand
enlightenment
certainly
concentrate
Education aims at (a) — lessons in a two things: knowledge and skill. The (b) — prepare a learner for gaining knowledge of certain subjects. When a learner gets a clear (c) — of a subject or topic, it indicates his/her knowledge. Next appears skill that means the (d) — of doing something with the use of knowledge. Knowledge provides us with (e) — and skill presents the ability of doing well. (f) — the two things are important. But here lies a more important (g) — the two things are important. But here lies a more education should make a good man. Without (h) — a good man, no one should be considered fully and fairly educated. Without it all other achievements are (i) —. Therefore, one should at first (j) — on attaining positive human aspects.
5. Fill in the blanks with appropriate word in each gap: 1×10=10.
If you want to (a)_____ English properly and fairly, you have to achieve writing skill. To attain this skill, you need (b) _______ some measures. At first you should (c)_______ your vocabulary since everywhere words are required. Words will help you (d)_______ your ideas appropriately. Next you should know how to arrange (e)_______ in a sentence. Here grammar will help you the (f)_______ way. For that, basic (g)_______ items must be known to you. Then you have to (h)_________ your general knowledge to generate, ideas and make sentences accordingly. Be creative and try to (i)_________sentences of your own. Finally, regular (j)________ will help you succeed in achieving this skill.
6. Rearrange the following sentences to make a coherent order :
(i)Knowledge of these machines is essential to keep pace with the 1×10=10 future world.
(ii) The sooner we can make and activate this plan, the better it will be for us..
(iii) This is known to be Al (Artificial Intelligence) Revolution.
(iv) Therefore, learning technology and achieving technological skill should be thought of seriously.
(v) The machines will mainly include computer, mobile phone and robot.
(vi) But we can no longer wait; exact and realistic plan should be made now.
(vii) The fourth revolution is knocking at the door.
(viii) Those who are skillful in it will survive successfully.
(ix) We have not yet been prepared for this sort of education.
(x) This revolution will turn the world into a machine-based one.
7. The graph below shows students from different academic areas who got themselves admitted into a public university last year. The left-aligned numbers show the percentages of students. You should analyse the information mentioning the ratio of their achievements in at least 150 words.
9. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words:
Shrabandhara, a green village is situated on the bank of the river Chitra. People are very nice, as the village is. Most of them are farmers. One year, due to heavy rainfall Chitra overflowed her banks…..
9. Suppose, you are Alal. Arif, your younger brother is afraid of using computer since he does not know how to run it. Write a letter to your younger brother giving some suggestions for learning and running computer.
5. Cumilla Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
Chawla was born in Karnal, India. She completed her earlier schooling at Tagore Baal Niketan Senior Secondary School, Karnal. She is the first Indian-born woman and the second person in space from this subcontinent. After graduating in Aeroriautical Engineering from Punjab Engineering College, India, in 1982, Chawla moved to the United States the same year. She obtained her Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Texas in 1984. Later she did her Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering in 1988 from the University of Colorado. Determined to become an astronaut even in the face of the Challenger disaster 1986 that broke apart after 73 seconds into flight, leading to the deaths of its seven crew members, Chawla joined NASA in 1988. She began working as a Vice President where she did Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) research on vertical take-off and landing. In 1991 she got U.S. citizenship and started her career as a NASA astronaut in 1995. She was selected for her first flight in 1996. She spoke the following words while travelling in the weightlessness of space, “You are just your intelligence.”. She had travelled 10.67 million miles, as many as 252 times around the earth. Her first space mission (Mission STS 87) began on 19 November 1997 with six other astronauts on the Space Shuttle Columbia. On her first mission that lasted for 15 days 16 hours, 34 minutes and 4 seconds, she travelled 6-5 million miles. She was responsible for deploying the Spartan Satellite which however malfunctioned, necessitating a spacewalk by Winston Scott and Tako Doi, two of her fellow astronauts, to retrieve the satellite. In 2000 she was selected for her second space mission STS 107. This mission was repeatedly delayed due to scheduling conflicts and technical problems. On 16 January 2003, Kalpana Chawla started her new mission with six other space crews on the ill-fated space shuttle Columbia. She was one of the mission specialists. Chawla’s responsibilities included the microgravity experiments, for which the crew conducted nearly 80 experiments studying earth and space science, advanced technology development, and astronaut health and safety.
After a 16 day scientific mission in space, on I February 2003, Columbia disintegrated over Texas during its re-entry into the Earth’s atmosphere. All the crew in Columbia including Chawla died only 16 minutes prior to their scheduled landing. Investigation shows that this fatal accident happened due to damage in one of Columbia’s wings caused by a piece of insulating foam from “the enternal fuel tank peeling off during the lunch. During the intense heat of re- entry, hot gases penetrated the interior of the wing, destroying the support structure and causing the rest of the shuttle to break down.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: Marks 0.5×10=5
(a) The word ‘gain’ mentioned in the passage means
(i) hold (ii) prevail (iii) acquires (iv) achieve
(b) Chawla started her career as a NASA Astronaut in
(i) 1986 (ii) 1988 (iii)1995 (iv) 1996
(c) She met an untimely death due to
(i) her own fault (ii) treachery of other crews
(iii) the clash between Columbia and STS 107 (iv) intense heat
(d) The word ‘Extention’ mentioned in this passage means ______
(i) know how (ii) development (iii) decline (iv) show
(e) Damage means in this passage _________
(i) decline (ii) decay (iii) loss (iv) downfall
(f) Kalpana Chawla _______.
(i) was the first woman in space from this subcontinent
(ii) is a living legend
(iii) an American by birth
(iv) was the first Indian woman graduating from America.
(g) The words, ‘you’ are just your intelligence imply ________.
(i) one must have intelligence (ii) one’s value is justified by his/her intelligence
(iii) intelligence is more than one’s self (iv) intelligence is just
(h) In her first space mission, Kalpana travelled for ______
(i) 10.67 million miles (ii) 6.5 million miles
(iii) 250 times around the Earth (iv) 8.5 million miles
(i) She took the responsibility to _________ .
(i) assist the fellow astronauts (ii) retrieve the satellite
(iii) deploy the Spartan Satellite (iv) begin her first space travel
(j) Which qualities describe her character best?
(i) Determination and responsibility (ii) Indifference and arrogance
(iii) Haughtiness and callousness (iv) Civility and humanity
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) How did Chawla make herself a strong foundation for space travelling?
(b) When was Kalpana Chawla selected for her second space mission?
(c) Why did she have to delay for her second space?
(d) Where did Chawla die and how?
(e) Do you think Kalpana Chawla was the guide of young generation? Why and why not?
2. Read the following text and make a flow-chart showing the purposes of education. (One has been done for you.)
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life, such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of a self confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pick up skills to communicate with others and mange our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows. The first thing education does, is to give us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we begin school, we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We then expand our sense of belonging to include the school at large, our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare.
i. Enriching knowledge
ii. Having the ability to think rationally
iii. Gaining self confidence
iv Articulating our thoughts
v. Expanding the sense of belonging to school and community
vi. Working for the welfare of the community
3. Summarize the following text:
Once in water, you get oblivious of time, distance or direction. The only thought which kept me worried, was that I must make it and that I must get good weather all the way. The second half of the swim is always very difficult. And if even little waves develop, it saps the ebbing energy of the swimmer all the more. Taking a lesson from my previous swims I kept my speed at a steady pace for I knew I would need every ounce of my energy towards the close…….. I felt hungry and famished and shouted for my manager. In reply, I was told that I could not afford to waste 10 minutes in having the feed! If I have to break the record, I must swim on with all my might. But I refused …………. I am sorry now for it. For if I had gone on. I might have. finished the whole swim in less than 10 hours and 15 minutes creating a new world record from both sides …………….
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical change if necessary. 0-5×10=5
developed
acquisition
usual
aware
fact learning
natural
spontaneous
mother
used competent
ability
communication
acquire
Communicative competence refers to the (a) — to use language appropriately in various circumstances: There are two ways of (b) — communicative competence in a language. The first is (c) —which is similar to the way people develop ability in their (d) — tongue. They are aware only of the (e) — the language for (g) process in which users not (i) It is a (h) that they are subconscious of acquiring a language. In non- technical terms, acquisition is picking up a language (j)
5. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word in each gap:
Sports are a popular form of entertainment. Many international sporting events are (a) _____ from time to time. Most of these events are (b) ______ by multinational manufacturing (c) ______ and business firms. They pay for the sports events in (d) ________ for the right to (e) ______ their products during those events. These events are (f) _____ worldwide by satellite and people all over the world watch them (g) _______ . As a (h) ______ the sponsors’ products receive maximum media (i) ______ . Thus sports help the (j) _______ of trade and commerce.
6. The following sentences are jumbled. Rearrange them in proper Sequence:
(a) The angel took down his request and went away.
(b) His name was Abu Ben Adhem.
c) Abu then requested him to put his name in the list because he loved mankind and his fellow brothers.
(d) He again appeared the next night and showed Abu that his name was at the top of the list.
(e) The angel was writing the names of persons who loved God.
(f) Once upon a time there was an honest and pious man.
(g) He asked the angel if his name was there.
(h) He was once sleeping peacefully.
(i) In reply the angel said that his name was not there.
(j) Suddenly he woke up and he saw an angel.
7. The graph shows “the internet users” from 2012 to 2018. Describe the graph in at least 80 words. The internet users in lakh 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 6-5 6.0 5-5 4-25 15 3-5 3.0 1-5 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
8. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words: Once an ant was very thirsty. He went to a river to drink water. When he began to drink water, a wave 8.
9 . Suppose, you are Ahad/Afia. You have just received a letter from your pen-friend Tania who lives at 13 Moukan Street, UK. She wants to know about your country Bangladesh. Now, write a reply to the letter.
6. Dinajpur Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B:
My name is Amerigo. I am 13 years old and I live on the street, alone. My mother, who is separated from my father, doesn’t want me. She told me to go away. Now she is married to another man. My father lives very far away. I want to go to him, but he won’t take me either. I begged him to send me some money so that I could buy a bus ticket. I am still waiting. He hasn’t answered.
The streets are now my home. Sometimes I find work. I used to collect trash and sell it to a vendor. I stopped doing that after I had a serious infection and a doctor told me to stay away from the trash dump. Once I worked for an ice cream shop owner and sold ice cream on the beach. But I got no money in return. The owner of the shop gave me something to eat, and let me sleep in his hut at night. The work was difficult and painful. The ice cream box is quite heavy when it is full. I had to walk for hours, offering my ice cream to whoever wanted to buy. There were days when I could not even sell one ice cream.
In a way, I am lucky because I am alive. My friends who work sorting rubbish in dumps often suffer from serious diseases. One of them was recently killed after he fell into a hole that opened up in the pile of trash. Many of us work for 10 to 12 hours, and get so little in return that we can’t even buy food.
Shoe-shining is very popular among the street kinds. A few of my friends also work in factories and workshops. A boy I know lost one of his eyes after a piece of hot glass flew into his eye at the glass factory where he worked. The owner refused to pay for medical help and fired him. For me, like all other children on the street, it is very hard. I am always hungry, and I don’t know where I will sleep the next night. I would like to live in my own home and sleep there in peace. The nights are very cold in the winter. You can die of cold in the street.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives.
(a) Amerigo is — human rights.
(i) affected by (ii) deprived of (iii) fond of (iv) working for
(b) What does the word ‘separated mean here?
(i) Isolated (ii) divided (iii) ill (iv) divorced
(c) What made Amerigo fall sick?
(i) living in the street (ii) selling ice cream
(iii) collecting trash dump (iv) sorting rubbish in dumps
(d) Amerigo’s parents are —
(i) separate (ii) separated (iii) separating (iv) being separated
(e) What was the occupation of Amerigo?
(i) He was a street hawker (ii) He was a shopkeeper (iii) He was a street beggar (iv) He was an orphan.
(f) The word ‘vendor stands for
(i) a person who walks (ii) a shop where goods are sold
(iii) a container (iv) a person or a company that vends or sells
(g) “I would like to live in my own home statement imply?
(i) Amerigo does not have a good life. (ii) Amerigo wants to go home.
(iii) Amerigo wants to lead a better life (iv) Amerigo misses his parents.
(h) Go away’ refers to
(i) to depart or leave a place y (ii) to die (iii) to travel (iv) to disappear
(i) Where is the home of Amerigo now?
(i) on the beach (ii) in the shop (iii) on the house tops (iv) on the streets
(j) What is Amerigo?
(i) a brilliant student (ii) an-artist (iii) an street urchin (iv) an orphan boy
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) How does Amerigo evaluate his life? Does he have any option to change it?
(b) Why did Amerigo stop collecting trash?
(c) How is the relationship of Amerigo with his parents?
(d) What happens to the friends of Amerigo?
(e) Do you support child labor? Why/why not?
2. Based on your reading of the following passage, make short notes in each of the boxes in the flow chart showing some major characteristics and challenges of adolescence. (One is done for you): 1×5=5
The time of adolescence is a period of preparation for adulthood during which one experiences several key developments. Besides physical and sexual maturation, these experiences include movement toward social and economic independence, development of identity, the acquisition of skills needed to carry out adult relationships and roles and the capacity for abstract reasoning. While adolescence is a time of tremendous growth and potential, it is also a time of considerable risks during which social contexts exert powerful influences.
Many adolescents face pressure to use alcohol, cigarettes, or other drugs and to initiate sexual relationships putting themselves a high risk for intentional and unintentional injuries, unintended pregnancies, and sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs). including the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV). Many also experience a wide range of adjustment and mental health problems.
(1) Physical and sexual maturation
(2) Movement toward social and economic independence
(3) Development of identity
(4) Acquisition of skills to carry out adult relationships
(5) Capacity of abstract reasoning
(6) Vulnerability towards existing social problems
3. Read the following text and summarize it:
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life. such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we leam how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of self-confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows.
The first thing education does is to give us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we begin school, we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We then expand our sense of belonging to include the school at large, our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than necessary. Make any grammatical change if necessary:0.5×10=5
misuse
family
popular
invent
use
spreads
make
expand
users
within
addicted
over
Facebook is an online networking service. It is a (a)_______ social networking service. It is (b)_______ friendship and relation all (c)_______ the world. Though Mark Zucker Berg first (d)______ Facebook, (e)_______ a very short time. it gained much popularity. Now it has over one billion active users. It (f)______ love and shares sorrows. But sometimes it is (g)_______ Students are spending much time in (h)_______ facebook which is very alarming for the future generation. Adults are also getting (i)_______ to it which is causing many problems in their (j)_______ life. So, we should be aware of using Facebook.
5. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word in each gap :
Money is power and can do much good and evil. It gives (a)______ and delight. It (b)______ do everything. A person without (c)_______ is a person to be pitied. Nobody pays (d)_______ respect to him. His friends do not (e)______ him. He has to depend on the (f)______ of others. In order to (g)______ money, he does a lot of jobs. It is’a must (h)_______ our life. But it does not necessarily (i)________ happiness. Happiness is absolutely a (j)_______ matter.
6. The following sentences are jumbled. Rearrange them in proper sequence:
(a) There she became a teacher of a school in Kolkata.
(b) Soon her activities for the service of mankind spread all over the world.
(c) She was on her heels for her selfless services to mankind even at her old age.
(d) As a recognition to her service, she was awarded the Nobel Prize for Peace in 1979.
(e) She was one of those people who dedicated their lives to the service of mankind.
(f) When she was eighteen, she decided to be a nun and came to Kolkata.
(g) She swore to dedicate her life for the cause of helpless and poor people.
(h) She was born in Yugoslavia in 1910.
(i) She was also given ‘Bharat Ratna Award’ in the following year.
(j) You have heard the name of Mother Teresa.
Part II-Writing Marks-40
7. The graph below shows the positive and negative Uses of Internet according to different age groups of the users. Describe the chart at least in 150 words. You should highlight the information and report the main features given in the chart. Positive and Negative Uses of Internet 80% 70% 60% 90% 80% 70% 60% 50% 40% 30% 20% 10% 0% 80% 55% 50% 30% 20% Age (3-12) Age (13-19) Positive L’se Age (20-35) Negative Use Age (36-60)
8. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words. Give a suitable title to it.
Once a crow got a chance to be beautiful. One day the crow found some beautiful feathers of a peacock in a jungle. He became very glad
9. Suppose, you are Shimul from Feni and one of your best friends is Nayon who lives in Khulna. He does not go through the newspapers daily. Now, write a letter to your friend about the benefits of reading newspapers regularly.
7. Chattagram Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life, such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of self confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts we pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows. The first thing education does is to give us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we begin school, we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We then expand our sense of belonging to include the school at large, our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare. Education, is believed, releases our potentials and our inner strengths. It sharpens our intellect and develops our creativity. As we are taught to reason well and find solutions to the problems of life, we become productive members of society. Education by definition is progressive and liberal, teaching us to respect human diversity and cultural and religious differences. If all of us practice these values in life, the world becomes a much happier place.
Education also fosters critical thinking and provides us a set of competencies including life skills that enable us to become competitive even in the most challenging of circumstances. Education also teaches us to appreciate beauty and the bounties of nature.
School, however, is not the only place where a child gets education. A Bangla poem tells us that nature can be our best teacher. Here are a couple of lives from the poem in English translation:
The sky has taught me to be liberal.
The wind has given me the motto to be industrious.
It we can make nature our friend, philosopher and guide, we can learn lessons about life that, combined with what our schools teach us, will prepare us for the future.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. Marks 0.5×10=5
(a) The word ‘arithmetic’ means —
(i) The study of Physics (ii) The study of Mathematics (iii) The study of Biology (iv) The study of Chemistry
(b) To decide things rationally explains —.
to judge things reasonably and take wise decision (ii) to judge things madly and take hasty decision
(iii) to judge thins independently and take illogical decision (iv) to develop good debating power
(c) The first act of education is to develop —.
(i) personality (ii) nationality (iii) dignity (iv) brutality
(d) What does the idiom ‘at large’ mean?
(i) Critically Entirely (ii) Dependently (iii) entirely (iv) Surely
(e) Through education we become — members of society.
(i) rational (ii) evil (iii) common (iv) foolish
(f)The sky teaches us to be-:
(i) honest (ii) poetic (iii) liberal (iv) scientific
(g) The passage is about —.
(i) scholars of education (ii) benefits of education
(iii) sources of education (iv) elements of education
(h) The meaning of the word ‘hatred’ is —
(i) intense dislike (ii) love (iii) strong affection (iv) friendship
(i) We can get education —.
(i) from school only
(ii) not only from educational institutions but also from family, society, nature, from experiences of life
(iii) from teachers, philosophers and nature (iv) from nature only
(j) Proper education frames a child for —.
(i) the former (ii) the present (iii) the future (iv) the past
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) What does education provide us?
(b) How does a child become an active member of the community?
(c) What is accepted as true about education?
(d) How will the world become a much happier place?
(e) Do you want to make nature your friend, philosopher and guide? Why?
2. Based on your reading of the passage, make short notes in each of the boxes in the flow-chart showing different characteristics of dreams. (No. 1 has been done for you):
Dreams have fascinated philosophers for thousands of years, but only recently have dreams been subjected to empirical research and scientific study. Chances are that you’ve often found yourself puzzling over the content of a dream, or perhaps you’ve wondered why you dream at all. First, let’s start by answering a basic question: What is a dream? A dream can include any of the images, thoughts and emotions that are experienced during sleep. Dreams can be extraordinarily vivid or very vague; filled with joyful emotions or frightening images;
focused and understandable or unclear and confusing. Why do we dream? What purpose do dreams serve? While many theories have been proposed about the reason and function of dreams, no consensus has emerged. Considering the time we spend in a dreaming state, the fact that researchers do not yet understand the purpose of dreams may seem baffling. However, it is important to consider that science is still unraveling the exact purpose and function of sleep itself. Some researchers suggest that dreams serve no real purpose, while others believe that dreaming is essential to mental, emotional and physical well-being.
Extraordinarily vivid
Very vague
Filled with joyful emotions
Frightening images
Focused and understandable
Unclear and confusing
3. Summarize the following passage
My name is Amerigo. I am 13 years old and I live on the street, alone. My mother, who is separated from my father, doesn’t want me. She told me to go away. Now she is married to another man. My father lives very far away. I want to go to him, but he won’t take me either. I begged him to send me some money so that I could buy a bus ticket. I am still waiting. He hasn’t answered.
The streets are now my home. Sometimes I find work. I used to collect trash and sell it to a vendor. I stopped doing that after I had a serious infection and a doctor told me to stay away from the trash dump. Once I worked for an ice cream shop owner and sold ice cream on the beach. But I got no money in return. The owner of the shop gave me something to eat, and let me sleep in his hut at night. The work was difficult and painful. The ice cream box is quite heavy when it is full. I had to walk for hours, offering my ice cream to whoever wanted to buy. There were days when I could not even sell one ice cream.
In a way, I am lucky because I am alive. My friends who work sorting rubbish in dumps often suffer from serious diseases. One of them was recently killed after he fell into a hole that opened up in the pile of trash. Many of us work for 10 to 12 hours, and get so little in return that we can’t even buy food.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical change if necessary. 0.5×10=5
device
trained
abour
perform
essential
great
abacus
large
special
recent
refer
call
The computer is a fairly (a)—— invention. It has now become an (b) —- part of modern life. It has greatly benefited us and brought (c)—– revolutionary changes in our life. Any (d)—- that helps people perform mathematical calculation may be (e)—– a computer. In this sense the (f)—– is a simple computer. Today, however, the term, computer (g)—– to a special kind of electronic machine that can perform mathematical calculations and process (h)—– masses of information at a (i)—–speed. In a few minutes a computer can perform calculation that (j)——. mathematicians would need years to complete.
5. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word in each gap:
Bangladesh is a land of (a) ______ beauty. Its beauty is so captivating that a stranger cannot but be (b) _____ looking at this endless variety. Nature has (c) ______ showered its blessings on this country. The rivers, hills and forests are rich in natural (d) _______. The people of this country feel a strong (e) _______ for their motherland. They love their motherland from the (f) _______ of heart. They work hard to (g) ______ its economic condition and to remove poverty. Most of them toil hard from dawn to dask to accelerate the pace of (h) _____. The progress of this country lies in the (i) _____ of common people. They are the (j) ______ of a beautiful and prosperous Bangladesh.
6. Rearrange the following sentences to make a coherent order.
(i) The crow tried to turn the jar over the over again but failed.
(ii) At last he found a jar in a garden.
(iii) As he was leaving the jar in despair, he noticed a heap of pebbles nearby.
(iv) There was some water in the jar, but it was at the bottom and out of his reach.
(v) He flew from one place to another in search of water.
(vi) He took some pebbles and started dropping them into the jar.
(vii) Then he hit upon a plan.
(viii) A crow was very thirsty and wanted to drink water.
(ix) When the water came to the mouth of the jar the crow drank his full.
(x) As each pebble went down, the water in the jar rose up little by little.
Part 2 Guided Writing Marks-40
7. The graph shows the choice of profession by educated people in our country. Analyze the graph in 150 words.. 80% ד 60%- 60% 40% 30% 40%- 20%- 0% 10% 20% 10% Farming Business V Govt. Job V V Research work. 15 Banking Teaching
8. The following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words:
There was a naughty cowboy who grazed his cows beside a forest. He used to make fun with people crying Tiger! Tiger!
9. Imagine, you are Rashed/Raisa. Recently you got a letter from your friend asking you what you would like to do after your HSC examination. Now write a letter to your friend telling him/her about it.
8. Mymensingh Board 2024
ENGLISH FIRST PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 10 7
Time 3 hours Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
Part I-Reading Test Marks-60
1. Read the passage and answer the questions A
Adolescents constitute a nation’s core resource for national renewal and growth. Adolescence is a period in life when transition from childhood to adulthood takes place and behaviours and life styles are shaped. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), adolescence is the period which shapes the future of girls’ and boys’ lives. There are 28 million adolescents in Bangladesh: 13.7 million of them are girls and 14.3 million boys.
The situation of adolescent girls in Bangladesh is characterized by inequality and subordination within the family and society. This inequality leads to widespread practice of child marriage. marginalisation or exclusion from health, education and economic opportunities and vulnerability to violence and sexual abuse. In Bangladesh, the legal age of marriage is 18 for girls and 21 for boys. However, 33 percent of adolescent girls are married off before the age of 15 and 60 percent become mothers by the age of 19. Researches find that adolescents with higher level of education and from more affluent families tend to marry at a later age. Boys, however, become ready for marriage only after several years of adolescence and young adulthood.
A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives: Marks 0.5×10=5
(a) What does the word ‘constitute’ mean?
(i) form (ii) take (iii) add (iv) make
(b) The synonym of ‘legal’ is
(i) illicit (ii) banned (iii) lawful (iv) prohibited
(c) The phrase ‘leads to refers to
(i) results of (ii) results in (iii) results from (iv) results to
(d) Adolescence is a -period from childhood to adulthood.
(i) constant (ii) rigid (iii) fixed (iv) transitional
(e) The word ‘economic’ can be replaced by-
(i) monetary (ii) cheap (iii) financial (iv) economical
(f) What could be the closest meaning of the word ‘core’ in the first sentence?
(i) Alternative (ii) Central (iii) Subsidiary (iv) Minor
(g) The phrase take place’ stands for-
(i) occur (ii) go to a place (iii) happen (iv) destroy
(h) The synonym of affluent is-
(i) destitute (ii) poverty (iii) poor (iv) solvent
(i) The transition from childhood to adulthood takes place in life-
(i) during childhood (ii) in adolescence
(iii) before death (iv) when they get maturity
(j) The word ‘marginalisation’ refers to-
(i) holding a lot of money (ii) holding no power
(iii) boldness in decision making (iv) having empathy
B. Answer the following questions: 3×5=15
(a) What do you understand by adolescence?
(b) What is the condition of girls in Bangladesh?
(c) What is gender disparity? What are the consequences of it?
(d) Which factors are responsible for girls’ early marriage?
(e) Why is adolescence an important period in life?
2. Based on the text below write short notes in each of the boxes mentioning the benefits of education to make a flow chart (No. 1 has been done for you):
Education gives us knowledge and a set of abilities to function meaningfully in life such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic, we gain a degree of self confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world, we appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the durations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows.
Offering a set of abilities
Helping us function meaningfully
Giving the ability to decide things rationally
Helping us make the right choices
Helping us gain a degree of self confidence
Helping us think independently
3. Write a summary of the following passage:
Sheikh Kamal knew that there is no short cut to success. He groomed himself up as a young man who earned success by dint of perseverance and commitment. When the Pakistan military began its genocide in Bangladesh, he joined the Liberation War and received military training at Camp Murtee located at the Himalayan foothills in India. The tall young man who carried himself with dignity and possessed remarkable traits of leadership became the ADC of General Ataul Goni Osmani, the Commander in Chief of Bangladesh Armed Forces during the Liberation War. After Independence, Sheikh Kamal could easily remain in Bangladesh Army and pass a secure life but he preferred to engage himself in country building and organizing the young forces to that end. Journalist Syed Ishtiaq Reza in one of his columns ‘Ekjon Sheikh Kamal’ in Bangla Tribune rightly says that the unique qualities of Sheikh Kamal’s character, especially his wholehearted involvement in sports and culture are never seen in any son or daughter of any President, Prime Minister or High Officials in Bangladesh.
4. Read the following text and fill in the blanks with suitable words from the box. There are more words than needed. Make any grammatical change if necessary:
alleviation
burden
liability
explosion
asset
resource
predict
poverty
possible
think
planning
crises
Population (a)_______ is considered as one of the greatest (b)_______ in our country. Many people (c)_______ that over population is (d)_______ and it causes (e)________ But, in fact, proper (f)_______ and management can turn this (g) __________ into an asset. If we can develop our human (h)_______ properly, it can be a (i)_________ way for poverty (j)________
5. Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word in each gap:
Self employment means to create job opportunity for oneself by one’s own effort. Various government organizations (a)______ trying to create (b)_______ congenial atmosphere for (c)_______ Different NGOs have (d)_______ rendered their help. Livestock (e)________ rmiculture farming, poultry (f)________ are some of (g) _______ seekers. There are (h) _______ opportunities for self (i)__________ in Bangladesh. One (j) _________ easily engage oneself in these jobs.
6. Rearrange the following sentences to make a coherent order: 1×10=10
(i) He asked him where God is.
(ii) He praised him highly.
(iii) Once a lad went to a famous teacher.
(iv) The teacher thought highly of the boy’s understanding.
(v) The lad replied that he would answer if he would tell where he is not.
(vi) The boy devoted himself to earning knowledge.
(vii) He begged to instruct him in arts and science.
(viii) He agreed to teach the lad.
(ix) He expressed his desire to acquire knowledge.
(x) The teacher wished to find out the ability of the boy.
Part II-Guided Writing Marks-40
7. The pie chart below shows Rima’s time spending on various activities. 15 Describe the chart in at least 80 words: Sleep 25% Entertainment 15% Home work 10% School 25% Playing 19% MealsThe following is the beginning of a story. Complete it in your own words: Once a lion was sleeping in a forest. Suddenly a mouse came there. It did not notice the lion. . 15
9. Write a letter to your brother describing the importance of reading newspaper. 10
9. Dhaka Board 2024
Part A: Grammar (60 Marks)
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
1. Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions. .5×10-5
We learn etiquette and manners (a) — our parents and various institutions such as schools, colleges or professional bodies. There are rules (b) — behaviour (c) — all kinds (d) — social occasions and it is important to learn them and practise them (e) — everyday life. The manners that are correct (f) — a wedding reception will not do (g) — a debating club. Therefore, we have to be careful (h) — etiquette and manners. We know how important it is to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you (i) — everyday life. A few more polite expressions such (j) — Pardon me’, ‘Excuse me”, May I’ are bound to make your day smooth and pleasant.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: 0-5×10-5
what does…… look like
what if
would rather
was born
have to
what’s it like
As if
had better
let alone
As soon as
(a) Sumi talks too much. It is — she were a mad.
(b) Can anyone tell me —- an elephant —? I have never seen an elephant.
(c) I am eagerly waiting for your reply. Please answer me — you can.
(d) — swimming river? I am so excited.
(e) Helmet should be used while driving a motorbike. — you were in a bike and met a serious accident?
(f) It is a secret matter. We — not discuss this in public.
(g) Socrates who was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock, — in 469 BC.
(h) I — take an auto bike than go to college on foot. The exam is about to start.
(i) Sometimes we — accept something unwillingly for the sake of peace.
(j) I can hardly walk — run a race.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases.
(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should ——-.
(b) English is an international language. ——- you cannot get a good job.
(c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time ——-.
(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish ——-.
(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But ——-.
(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should ——-.
(g) He confessed that ——-. So, I forgave him.
(h) The students could not memorise the poem. It was too difficult ——-.
(i) Since there was no more question to discuss, ——-.
(j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays ——-.
4. Read the following text and fill the gaps with correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Once upon a time, there (a) — (be) a king who was very fond of (b) — (know) his future from the astrologers. A famous astrologer (c) — (stop) at his capital on his way to home. The king called on him to (d) — (know) about the future and the astrologer (e) — (tell) him something unpleasant. At this the king (f) — (get) furious and (g) — (condemn) him to death saying, “Men like you (h) — (live) to spoil the peace of the world.” But another thought (i) — (cross) his mind before the astrologer (j) — (send) for execution. “How long will you (k) — (live)?” asked the king. With ready wit, the astrologer said, “The stars (l) — (declare) that I shall die only a week before your majesty, so goodbye.” (m) — (hear) this, the king turned pale like a dead man and shouted, “Drive this wretch away, let him (n) — (come) here again.”
5. Change the form of narrative style by using indirect speeches: 5.
“Oh, my Lord! Please do not kill the child,” cried the woman, “Let her have the child.” The king said, “Now everything is clear to me.” Pointing to the woman, the king king again said to the servant, “Give her the child. She is the real mother.” The woman addressed the king as her lord and told him (king) not to kill the child. Then the king ordered his servant to let her (the woman) have the child.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Once there lived a (a) — (pre-modify the noun) fox in a jungle. One day, while he was walking (b) — (post modify the verb with a prepositional phrase), he fell into a trap and lost his tail. He felt very unhappy and sad. But the fox was (c) — (pre-modify the adjective) cunning too. He hit upon a plan and invited all the foxes (d) — (use an infinitive phrase). When all the foxes arrived, the fox, (e) — (use an appositive), said, “My dear friends, I have discovered a new thing. It is that (f) — (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) tails are quite useless. They look (g) — (pre-modify the adjective) ugly and dirty too. So, we all should cut off our tails, shouldn’t we?” Most of them agreed with the cunning fox (h) — (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) their tails. But an old and (i) — (pre-modify the noun) fox said to the cunning fox, “My friend, your plan is nice but evil. Actually you want to cut off our tails because you have lost (j) — (pre- prodify the noun with a determiner) tail of your own.”
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
Teaching is a noble profession. (a) — to be a teacher, one must possess some noble qualities too. (b) —, he should be a student. (c) — teaching is related to knowledge, he can’t acquire knowledge (d) — he is a student. (e) — a teacher thinks (f) — he knows everything, he can’t be a good teacher. (g) — thirst for knowledge is the second best quality of a teacher. (h) —, a teacher should be a psychologist. Different students have different ways of learning. (i) — the teacher needs to teach his students by studying their psychology. Fourthly a teacher should have good delivery power. (j) — his voice should be clear (k) — artistic (l) — a teacher should be an actor (m) — he needs to behave according to the classroom situation. And (n) — a teacher must be a good human being.
8. Read the passage below and write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed: .5×14=7
All of us know what a dream is. Generally, we dream during our sleep, Dreams may appear to be short or long lasting. Sometimes we say, I dreamt for the whole night! But do we really dream for the whole night? Some dreams are sweet or romantic, Some are horrible. When we dream something extremely bad, we call it a nightmare,
(a) All (Antonym) (b) Dream (Synonym) (c) Generally (Antonym) (d) Appear (Antonym) (e) Sleep (Antonym) () Short (Synonym) (g) Long (Synonym) (h ) Sometimes (Antonym) (i) Night (Synonym) (j) Really (Synonym) Romantic (Antonym) (k) (l) Horrible (Synonym) (m) Extremely (Synonym) (n) Nightmare (Antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation in the following text. Re-write the text correcting the errors. Lise capital letter if necessary.
Sumi said to Rumi, What will you do after hsc exam take preparation for varsity admission.What’s about you said Rumi.
Part B Guided Writing Marks-40
10. Suppose you are a student of Govt. Women’s College. Now write an application to your Principal to establish an English Language Club in the college.
11. Write a descriptive paragraph on “Pahela Baishakh.” similarities and dissimilarities you find.
10. Jessore Board 2024
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: Marks 0-5×10-5
In Bangladesh, the legal age (a) — marriage (5) — girls is 18. However, 33% of our girls get married before they are 15 and 60% (c) — them become mothers (d) — the time they reach 19. When an adolescent girl gets married, she usually drops (e) — of school and thus loses her mobility. She gets confined (f) — full time work (g) — her in-law’s household. She loses social status and all the opportunities (h) — economic independence. (i) — her in-law’s house, she gets marginalized. She becomes vulnerable (j) — all sorts of abuse, including dowry related violence.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box 0.5×10-5
had better
there
it
What’s … like
would rather
let alone
What does …..look like
as soon as
have to
was born
(a) He headed for the new workplace — he received the transfer order.
(b) — your new teacher —? He is nice but a bit strict.
(c) The Bangladesh cricket team dropped out from the tournament in the first round, — make it to the final,
(d) I am trying to catch upon some sleep. You — turn off the TV.
(e) — she —? She is tall and has blonde hair.
(f)Although Lalon Shah — into a Hindu family, he grew up in a Muslim family.
(g) Nowadays we cannot think of a single day without cell phones but — was a time when even land phones were a luxury.
(h) My aunt is shy by nature. In social gatherings, she — stay alone than interact with others.
(i) — was a wonderful night. The sky was cloudless and full of s stars.
(j) You — follow traffic rules. You cannot drive as you like.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases:
(a) The poor man knocked at the door. He came to me with a view to —.
(8) Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health. If they were educated, —.
(c) Scarcely had the teacher gone out of the room —.
(d) My grandmother lives in a village. It is many years since —.
(e) Trees are very important for our existence on earth. It is high time —.
(f) Despite the fact that he worked very hard, —. He was rather disappointed.
(g) You should finish your work today. A stitch in time —.
(h) You are making a long Journey. Keep your phone turned on in case —.
(i) My friend is going to the USA. I wish —.
(j) Time is so valuable 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
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Biswas,
We are very (a) — (concern) about your son Rahel’s behaviour. He (b) — (play) truant from school three times last month. When he (c) — (come) to class, he usually (d) — (not concentrate) on his lessons. He does not seem to understand texts and never (e) — (ask) any questions. The only time he (f) — (show) any initiative is in (g) — (make) excuses for not (h) — (to have) (i) — (do) his homework. Although he (j) — (have) a natural talent for art, he even (k) — (not take) any interest in art lessons. This is (l) — (disappoint), because even last year he (m) — (be) attentive in his studies. We hoped he (n) — (win) a scholarship.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches:
“Are you ready to order, sir?” said the waiter. “I would like to have a plain vegetable soup for starter. Then grilled chicken, boiled potatoes and garlic bread for main course.”, replied the customer. “Anything for dessert?”, asked the waiter. “Just a scoop of ice cream, please.”, said the customer.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers in the blank spaces as directed:
Kazi Nazrul Islam is one of (a) — (use determiner to pre modify the noun) best poets Bengal has (b) — (use an adverb to pre modify the verb) produced. A (c) — (use an adjective to pre modify the noun) writer, he contributed to many branches of Bangla literature. However, it is his poems and songs that earned him the (d) — (pre modify the noun) reputation. Through his writings, Nazrul aimed (e) — (use an infinitive to post modify the verb) the society because he was (f) — (pre modify the verb) troubled by old values and religious superstitions. It is (g) — (use an intensifier to pre modify the adjective) important to note that while Nazrul fought against religious bigotry, he composed (h) — (use a determiner to pre modify the noun) songs that (i) — (pre modify the verb) glorified religion. Sadly, a/an (j) — (pre modify the noun) disease untimely ended his literary career in his early forties.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
The internet has transformed the way we live. (a) — it has become an integral part of our life. On the one hand, this technology has brought us many benefits. (b) — it has many negative sides. (c) — the internet, our communication systems have become much faster and more efficient. (d) — we can make bank transactions and pay our bills from home now. (e) — the internet allows us to access health information easily and, (f) — saves many lives. (g) — our learning opportunities have greatly increased, thanks to digital technologies. (h) — the internet is not an unmixed blessing. (i) — , its harmful effects far outweigh its benefits. (j) — we should take precautions about using this technology. (k) — we must be careful not to become addicted to internet browsing. Second, we should keep an eye on our younger family members, (l) — there are potential dangers in the virtual world. (m) — online gambling and cyberbullying are very common on the internet nowadays. (n) — it can be said that the internet technology is doing us more harm than good.
8. Read the passage below and then write the synonym or antonym of the words as directed: 0-5×14
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 latenttalents 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 students’ activities as coaches do.
(a) modern (antonym) (b) different (antonym) (c) method (synonym) (d) develop (antonym) (e) curious (synonym) observation (synonym) (g) mere (synonym) (h) knowledge (synonym) (i) alert (antonym) (j) latent (synonym) (k) talent (synonym) (l) more (antonym) (m) support (antonym) (n) guide (antonym)
9. Write a paragraph on “Village Life and City Life”
11. Cumilla Board 2024
Full marks-100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks. Answer all the questions.]
Part A Grammar Marks-60
1. Fill in the blanks with suitable preposition
Social network is a network for virtual social interaction (a) — internet users across the world. Actually, this is an age (b) — globalisation. This is also an age of information and technology. People all over the world are virtually connected (c) — one another (d) — the borders. Hence, the necessity of social networks has emerged. But the young generations are getting addicted (e) _____ social networks (f) — Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc. The lifestyle of the young before and after getting used (g) — a social network has a noticeable change. In fact, the students who were used to studying at the table before, nowadays pass their valuable time by chatting (h) — the social media. As a result, they are now lagging (i) —. So, they should be kept aloof (j) — using internet excessively and unnecessarily.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box:
There
would rather
have to/has to
as soon as
it
what does …. look like
what’s….. like
let alone
had better
was born
(a) — looks dangerous to reach the top. Very few number of people can arrive there safely.
(b) All passengers — fill in an immigration form on arrival. It is mandatory.
(c) My cousin citizenship — in Malaysia and raised in America. Now she has a dual citizenship.
(d) — your family —? Is it an extended family like ours?
(e) Your mother seems to be very weak. You — consult an experienced doctor about her health.
(f) His parents — stay in village than live with him in Dhaka. Both of them don’t like city life.
(g) — have been significant changes in the types of entertainment over time. Many of those no longer exist.
(h) Teacher: learners, — the national flower of Bangladesh —?
Students: It looks a bit like the lotus.
(i) It is not easy to score a goal — hat trick.
(j) We informed the police — the incident took place. But the police didn’t arrive even after two hours.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses phrases:
(a) I’m so tired that —. Please, take a rickshaw right now.
(b) Though Bangladesh is a small country, — heritage sites. We are proud of our world.
(c) I can’t recall his name. It is long since —.
(d) She came to my room while —. She didn’t wake me up.
(e) It is true that most of the parents of our country are not interested enough to —. They think, educating their daughters is nothing but a wastage of time and money.
(f) There are many helpless people around us. I wish —.
(g) He likes photography very much. But unfortunately he has lost his camera. If he had the camera,—.
(h) Be punctual lest —.
(i) Our job market is getting very competitive. Unless you study well, —.
(j) It is too hot inside the room. Would you mind —?
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
Students get themselves (a) — (admit) into universities for higher education. They acquire higher education from two streams; one is public and the other is private. The private universities (b) — (be) open to all but one has to (c) — (face) tough (b) competition for (d) — (get) a seat there. The public universities are cheaper in terms of tuition fees. They (e) — (offer) residential and boarding facilities at subsidized rates. But public universities often (f) — (face) a number of problems. Student politics (g) — (play) a vital role in (h) — (deteriorate) the academic environment there. As a result, students (i) — (face) session jam. So, the conscious and moneyed persons (j) — (impress) by the private universities. Since this is the age of privatization, the private universities (k) — (become) popular day by day. Besides, it is less difficult (l) — (get) a seat in a private university but here they are to pay a lot. However, the private sectors have some limitations. In fact, the two streams should (m) — (develop) in a balanced way. Because, both sectors are playing important roles with a view to (n) — (make) the nation highly educated.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches:
A man, lost in a forest, saw another man and rushed to him and said, “Oh! How happy I am to meet you! Unfortunately I have been lost in this forest for four days. Can you help me get out of this forest?” “No, Actually you don’t need to be so happy, my friend,” replied the another man, “I myself have been lost here for a week.”
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Man has (a) — (use determiner to pre-modify the noun phrase) inborn curiosity to know the unknown and (b) — (use an infinitive phrase). Не likes to see new places and wants to know about (c) — (pre-modify the noun) nations, their cultures, manners and religions. Bookish knowledge is (d) — (use adjective phrase). In order to have practical knowledge one has to go for travelling. (e) — (use an adverbial phrase) people had to suffer much for travelling as they did not have (f) — (pre-modify the noun) transports. Nowadays travelling has become much easier and comfortable for the invention of Aeroplane, buses, ships, speedy trains etc. Travelling plays a (g) — (use an intensifier to pre- modify the adjective) important role in acquiring knowledge. So, the students go for (h) — helps to remove (i) — (pre-modify the noun with a noun adjective) tour which also (j) — (pre-modify the noun with a possessive) boredom of study. In fact, everyone should travel to develop practical knowledge which cannot be acquired by sitting (j) (post-modify the verb).
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
Junk food is very popular nowadays. (a) — the children are very much fond of junk food. (b) — the children are do we know what junk food actually is? Junk food is such kind of processed food (c) — has been produced for its pungent taste rather than for its health value. (d) — it contains high calories, salt, added sugar, saturated fat etc. (e) — its nutritional value is very low. (f) — its appearance is very appealing and mouth watering. (g) — it can attract anybody. (h) — it is harmful for health. (i) — it consists of harmful substances, it may lead to a higher risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases and other chronic health problems. (j) —, it can also affect brain. (k) — addiction to it may even result in the rejection of healthier foods such as fruits, vegetables, salads etc. (l) —, the sugar used in junk food can damage our teeth and skin. (m) — , we should avoid having junk food. (n) — we should remember that health is the root of all happiness.
8. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
Earthquake is one of the most common natural calamities on earth. It is an abrupt and violent tremor of the earth’s surface. It occurs for various reasons. It is mainly caused by deep crack inside the earth or by volcanic eruption. If there is any fault line in a geographical area, there is a great chance of occuring earthquakes in that area. Word File Download In some cases, earthquake occurs because some gases try to come out from the deep of the earth. Bangladesh lies in the active earthquake zone and so earthquake occurs here very frequently. RAJUK, responsible for the planned development of the capital city, warns that an earthquake resistant building code should be developed to reduce loses. But it is a matter of sorrow that our people are not aware of the gravity of its danger.
(a) common (b) calamities Word File Download Right Form of Verbs HSC-2022 (c) violent 1,000 500 (d) deep Add to cart (e) inside (f) chance (g) occur (h) active(i) frequently (j) responsible (k) development (l)reduce (m) aware (n) gravity
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the errors: Yasha: What happened to you Meem Youre not looking normal.
Meem: you are right my friend. Im really very upset today.
Yasha: But why Wont you say me the reason
Meem: Why not A road accident took the life of our Chairman yesterday He was a well known person in our village. How pathetic it is for his family
Yasha: Oh Thats very shocking.
Meem: Its very sad that such accidents are occuring frequently in our country.
12. Rajshahi Board 2024
SECOND PAPER
According to the Syllabus of 2024
Subject Code: 108
Ne Agures in the right margie indicute full marks]
Part A-Grammar Marks 60
1. Complete the text with suitable proposition:
Education is instrumental (a) ______ bringing (b) _____ socio- economic development. A man devoid (c) _______ education cannot contribute (d) ______ the society. On the other hand, an educated man plays a pivotal role (e) _____ enhancing the pace (f) ______ socio-economic development. A country should put much emphasis (g) _______ educating its citizens. The citizens have to be provided (h) _______ ample opportunities so that they feel keen interest (i) ______ getting themselves educated. The educated people are to be treated (j) ______ much respect.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box:0.5×10=5
would that
since
too-to
as if
as soon as
had better
let alone
it
lest
no sooner had..than
(a) You look exhausted. You — take rest for a while.
(b) The thief has fled away — he might be caught.
(c) — seen the snake — I became awe-struck.
(d) I would render my cooperation to you if — requires.
(e) It was long — I had met you.
(f) — he met me, he hugged me warmly.
(g) Don’t, expect any help from him. He is — busy — help you.
(h) I am an orphan now. — my father had lived longer.
(i) He cannot walk for few steps — run for a mile.
(j) He overlooks me — he never knew me.
3. Complete the following sentences using suitable phrases clauses:
(a) Had you sought my help —.
(b) A man leading an indolent life —.
(c) Strike the rod —.
(d) The men, who love their country, —.
(e) Be punctual in your studies —.
(f) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time —.
(g) Childhood is the golden period of life. I wish —.
(h) Scarcely had we got out of home —.
(i) I know the man —.
(j) He feigns as though —.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
The life of our farmers (a) _____ (be) full of hardships. Many a farmer (b) _____ (not know) how to cultivate scientifically. They (c) ______ (work) hard from dawn to dusk. But their toil (d) _______ (go) awry due to lack of scientific knowledge. Our government offers a lot of opportunities to them with a view to (e) _____ (eliminate) their sufferings. Unfortunately, they (f) _______ (not avail) themselves of those opportunities. It is time they (g) _____ (to get) scientific education and all concerned (h) ______ (to help) them. If they (i) _________ (to educate), they (j) _______ (to contribute) better to the prosperity of the country. The prosperity of our country (k) ______ (to lie) in their proper education. (l) ______ (to educate) a farmer (m) ______ (mean) educating a family and a nation. And, it (n) _______ (to result) in greater success in every sector of the country.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches:
“Why are your children crying. daughter?” “They have been starving,” said the said the woman, “Have you none else in the world?” “My husband died some months ago, He left them neither money nor any property. So So, they are in great distress. They have to starve sometimes.” “What a pity it is!” said the Caliph..
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Trees, (a) ______ (use an apositive), are essential for maintaining eco-system. Without trees, the balance of eco-system will be (b) ______ (post modify the verb) lost. Trees provide us with (c) _____ (pre-modify the noun) elements without which we cannot live on this earth. It is a matter of (d) ______ (pre-modify the noun) concern that we are felling trees (e) ______ (post modify the verb). As a dire consequence, the global temperature is rising (f) ______ (post modify the verb). The existence of flora and fauna is at an (g) ________ (use a pre-modifier) risk. Polar ice caps are melting and (h) ______ (use a noun adjective) level is rising. (i) ______ (use a present participle phrase), we can avoid such a catastrophe. If we want to keep our (j) _______ (use a noun adjective) earth safe and sound, we have to plant trees and protect our forests.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
Mobile phone is a miracle of modern science. It has brought about a revolutionary development in the arena of communication. (a) ______ it has eliminated distance (b) ______ promoted human relationship. (c) ______ it helps to promote business. (d) ______ gearing the pace of business, it ensures the smooth growth of economy. (e) _______ it can solve many problems of mathematics. (f) _______ it has become a daily necessity. (g) _____ it is not free from demerits. (h) ______ it becomes detrimental to the reckless users. (i) ______ the use of mobile phone by the teenagers has to be regulated. (j) ________ they will go to ruin. (k) ________ if we want to save our young generation, we have to be more vigilant. (l) _______ parents, teachers and neighbors can play positive role in this regard. (m) ______ the people who are addicted to wanton mobile phone have to be more cautious. (n) _________ they maintain abstinence, it will positively influence their offspring.
8. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below: 0.5×14=7
An ideal student is an asset for a society or a country. He is sincere, punctual, obedient and law-abiding. He never derails from the right track. He tries, his best to materialise the dream of his parents. He is a worthy citizen and cherishes patriotic zeal. He not only devotes to regular studies but also serves his society during his leisure time. He is frugal in spending but generous in promoting noble deeds. He never squanders his energy aimlessly. His only goal is to emulate his career. Unfortunately, the number of ideal students is declining day by day.
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the errors:
Jerry: You look like my mother
Writer: Do you meet your mother frequently when have you met her does she visit you
Jerry: she often visits me She sends gifts for me Did you see the skates I put on yesterday
Writer: Why do you not live with her doesn’t your heart bleed for her
Jerry: Im fated to live alone
10. Write an application to the Principal of your college asking for permission to arrange a ‘Study Tour’.
11. Write a paragraph on “The Importance of Sports’.
12. Write a paragraph on Technical Education and ion comparing and contrasting their feature Education
13. Barishal Board 2024
SECOND PAPER
According to the Syllabus of 2024
Subject Code: 108
Ne Agures in the right margie indicute full marks]
Part A-Grammar Marks 60
1. Complete the text with suitable proposition: 0.5×10=5
If you want to derive the best (a) — your education, you must be fully aware (b) — some basic things. You should never be indifferent (c) — your study. In fact, fostering a kind of passion (d) — learning appears to be very important for achieving your goal. Again, you should never try to learn anything (e) — context. You should also not run (f) — substandard traditional guide books. As a matter of fact, confining yourself (g) — poor quality note books discourages you to learn something deeply. But (h) — learning a thing very deeply, you cannot achieve the required mastery (i) — the learnt thing. Thus, you may fail to get the desired benefits (j) — from your learning.
2. Complete the sentences with the suitable phrases/words given in the box: 0.5×10=5
was born
as soon as
would rather
there
what’s…… like
have to/has to
had better
let alone
it
what does…look like
(a) Begging is quite disgraceful. I think he knows it very well. He — starve than do so.
(b) We — stop cutting down trees. Deforestation is detrimental to environment.
(c) — he —? He is friendly and he can help you.
(d) — is difficult to regain lost health. So we should always take care of health.
(e) — flows a river beside our village. The river is useful to us in many ways.
(e) Have you seen a camel? — it—?
(f)He cannot express his ideas in Bangla, — in English.
(g) Robert Herrick was a poet and a clergyman. He London.
(h) I — take coffee in lieu of tea. But I like both of them.
(i) We informed the police — the incident took place.
(j) Robert Herrick was a poet and a clergyman. He — in London.
3. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases or clauses:
(a) It is too late. Now I — go to lunch.
(b) It is a long time since —.
(c) Had would have bought a house —.
(d) He is a quack but he talks —.
(e) The girl returned home before evening lest —.
(f) Mira sings very well. If she gets opportunity, —.
(g) The poem is too difficult for —.
(h) In spite of having all facilities, —.
(i) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
(j) Be studied hard so that —.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Tigers (a) _____ (know) as ferocious animals. But they hardly (b) _____ (kill) any animal when they are not hungry. Usually the tigers (c) _____ (reside) in the deep forest. They are hardly (d) ______ (see) in the open unless there (e) ______ (to be) a strong necessity. They often remain (f) ______ (hide) under the deep green in search of the prey. Whenever they (g) ______ (discern) any prospective prey, they take a pose to (h) ______ (fall) upon it. Tigers often (i) _____ (unite) themselves to (j) ________ (attack) their prey from different directions. An adult tiger (k) _____ (devour) 20 to 30 kilograms of meat at a single meal. In our Sundarbans the number of tigers (l) _____ (decrease) day by day. Poaching and illegal trafficking (m) _____ (to be) the main reasons of decrease. So the concerned authority should be committed to (n) ______(take) action to protect the tigers.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech: Direct Speech:
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’m unable to work,” said the man. The maid again said, “Don’t you have anyone to look after you?” “No, I have none on this earth who can take care of me,” said the old man.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Books are (a) — (use intensifier) essential for us. They help us (b) — (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) knowledge. (c) — (pre-modify the noun with present participle) books, they show us the (d) — (pre-modify the noun) way. Books can be our (e) — (pre-modify the noun) friends. They help us (f) — (post-modify the verb) our mind. They improve our (g) –(pre-modify the noun) ‘power’. They give us solace to our (h) — (pre-modify the noun) mind. Besides, reading our (i) —(pre-modify the noun) books, students should read other books. They will be able to know everything (j) — (post modify the verb).
7. Use appropriate connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
Time and tide wait for none. (a) _____, no one can stop the onward march of time. (b) _____, it is very important to value our time. (c) ______, if time once has gone, we cannot regain it. (d) ____, we should not waste a single moment in vain. (e) _____, we should make proper use of every single moment of our life. (f) _____, the students should understand the value of time. (g) _______, it is a matter of great regret that some of the students pass away 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 the examination. (k) ______ they cannot do well in the examination. (l) ______, they do not stop wasting time. (m) _______, they continue to waste their time using different social media sites (n) _______ it is too late for them.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed: 0.5×14=7
Teachers are the best mentors of a student. They serve the society by instructing and guiding countless students through the different stages of their growth. They should never call a student weak and discourage any student frustrating his/her interest, ability and dream. Every teacher should try his/her best to find out the ways of success for the students and guide them to achieve it.
Teachers are the best mentors of a student. They serve the society by instructing and guiding countless students through the different stages of their growth. They should never call a student weak and discourage any student frustrating his/her interest, ability and dream. Every teacher should try his/her best to find out the ways of success for the students and guide them to achieve it.
(a) never (antonym) — always
(b) weak (antonym) — strong
(c) discourage (antonym) — encourage
(d) frustrating (synonym) — irritating/disturbing
(e) interest (synonym) — welfare/desire
(f) ability (antonym) — inability
(g) dream (synonym) — aim/goal
(h) best (antonym) — worst
(i) success (synonym) — failure
(j) achieve (synonym) — gain
(k) mentor (synonym) — adviser
(l) instruct (antonym) — mislead
(m) countless (synonym) — innumerable
(n) growth (synonym) — development
9. Use the necessary punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the errors and make capitalization if needed:
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.
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 Marks: 40
10. Suppose you are a student of “X” College. Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting the installation of a smart sound system in your classroom.
11. Write a paragraph showing the causes and effects of price hikes. (Use 200 words)
12. Write a paragraph describing “The Uses and Abuses of Social Media.” (Use 200 words)
14. Mymensingh Board 2024
ENGLISH SECOND PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 108
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: Marks 0.5×10=5
Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are everywhere (a) — our life, literature, economy and culture. But are the rivers (b) — good shape? Unfortunately they are not. Though rivers are part and parcel (c) — our life, we ourselves are cruel (d) — them. A few rivers are already dead and several are going (e) — the pangs of death. Some river-grabbers grab river banks and build buildings (f) — getting silted (g) — trade and commerce. Rivers are also deforestation. So, rivers cannot flow (h) — sufficient water during the rainy season. As a result floods occur and people’s sufferings go (i) — description. Then rivers become source of sufferings instead (j) — blessings.
2. Complete the following sentences with suitable words /phrases given below: 0.5×10=5
there
let alone
what does…..look like
it
would rather
has to
as soon as
was born
had better
what’s…..like
(a) Selina is a poor student. She cannot afford to buy a cell phone — a laptop.
(b) The sky is cloudy. It may rain today. You — leave early.
(c) — is many years since we first met. How time does fly! (
(d) His mother is sick. He needs to go home — possible.
(e) We — develop our humanity than observe hartal and strike.
(f) Robert Browning is my favourite poet. He — in 1812.
(g) — was a pandemic all over the world in 2020 and 2021.
(h) A good citizen — perform a lot of things.
(i) — the national flower of Bangladesh —?
(j) — honesty —? It is the best quality of life.
3. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses and phrases: 1×10-10
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
(b) Hasan got GPA 4.50. Had he studies seriously, he —.
(c) Time is valuable. Those who waste time —.
(d) This celling is not so high. He is tall enough —.
(e) Lock the door and keep the key in a safe place lest —.
(f) You cannot understand everything clearly unless —.
(g) A lot of passengers were waiting at the bus stop. A bus came. But the bus was so small that —.
(h) In spite of facing so many drawbacks in life he ultimately —.
(i) Ayesha is a bright student. She studies hard so that —.
(j) Freedom is man’s birth right. He is born free but everywhere —.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context: 0.5×14=7
Man has unquenchable thirst for knowledge. He is never (a)______ (satisfy) with what he already (b)_______ (know) and (c)______ (see). Naturally he (d)______ (want) to know and (e)________ (see) more and more. This curiosity for (f)______ (know) more has (g)_______ (inspire) him (h)_________(undertake) and (i)_______ (carry) out difficult and dangerous tasks which eventually (j)________ (result) in epoch making discoveries and inventions and (k)________ (lead) him in his long and continuous journey from his helpless state of caveman to his present situations of power and progress. He (1)________ (be) helpless still now, he would not have (m)________ (be) able to control all powers and forces. (n)________ (invent) so many technologies he now controls almost all destructive powers and forces.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:
The king said to the astrologer, “How long do you want to live? For you will be hanged very soon.” Looking at the sky the astrologer said, “My Lord, the positions of the stars declare that I’ll die only a week before your Majesty. Good bye.” The king turned pale and ordered his courtiers, “Drive this wretch away and never allow him to come for disturbing peace.”
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
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 premodify the noun) streets are now his home. He wanted (e) ____ (use adjective to premodify the noun) money from his father to buy a (f) _____ (use noun adjective to premodify the noun) ticket. But his father did not answer. He earns his living by working hard. (g) _____ (use adverbial to premodify the verb) he finds work. Some of (h) _____ (use demonstrative to premodify 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 premodify 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 text:
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a)_______possesses this uncommon quality is the happiest man in the world. Truely 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. (d)_______ we should be honest in our life. It is believed that honesty is the best policy. (e) dishonesty is the sign of down fall. God helps those who are honest. (f)_______ dishonest people are cursed. Childhood is the best time (g)_______ children should be taught honesty. It is seen that children follow their parents. (h)_______ parents should be honest (i)_________ they should be allowed to mix with those friends who are really honest. (j)_________ parents should tell stories of honest people to children. (k)__________ they can tell the story of honest people from history. (l)_______ parents should teach children how to distinguish between the right and the wrong. (m)_________ children build up their character. (n)_______ parents can show the path of honesty to children.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
Sincerity is the essential element of life. Since it is the root of success, it is the quality of great men. They know its importance in human life. A sincere person is concerned about the outcome of his deeds. He has a good intention. People would like to trust a sincere person as he does not prove false. So, he usually, wins respect of others. A sincere person is always eager to possess a truthful mind. friendly and real personality. With these qualities he can overcome many difficulties in life. He can also recognise the intrinsic value of something. His good deeds are recognised and praised everywhere. Undoubtedly a sincere person is a trustworthy person.
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the errors:
Rahim: We are about to finish our HSC examination are you thinking about your future
Karim: Yes, What about you
Rahim I want to pursue higher education. What are your plans
Karim: I rather follow some vocation course to make my career.
Rahim: Really have you thought of any particular vacation Karim: Yes I would like to join the fashion design course. This career has a prospect these days.
Rahim: It is suitable for boys.
Karim: Why not Boys are as good as girl in many profession now a days. Whats your future plan
Rahim: I would like to go for teaching.
Karim: Its good profession for a studious boy like you.
Part B Composition Marks-40
10. Write an application to the Principal of your college to install multimedia system in the classroom. 10
11. Write a paragraph on uses and abuses of internet in 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on ‘Price Hike’ in 200 words. 15
15. Chattagram Board 2024
ENGLISH SECOND PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 108
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: Marks 0.5×10=5
Life of common people is beset (a)______ a number of troubles. Price spiral has added new sufferings (b)_________ our life. Indeed, price of daily commodities has gone (c)_________ the ability of the common people. Lack (d)_______ supervision is responsible (e)________ it. Some dishonest businessmen devoid (f)__________ morality hoard goods (g)________ quick profit. The Government should take punitive action (h)_______ those people. People from all walks (i)________ life should also co-operate (j)__________ the Government.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable words/phrases given in the box:
what does _____ look like
it
what’s _____ like
as soon as
was born
has to
there
would rather
let alone
had better
(a) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman ______ in 1920 in Tungipara of Gopalgonj district.
(b) _______ Professor Nathaniel Kleitman? Though he looks serious, he is an interesting physiologist and sleep researcher.
(c) The train blew whistle. ________ the passengers heard the whistle, they got into it.
(d) _______ is very hot today. Moreover, load-shedding is aggravating the situation.
(e) ________ mother’s love? It is incomparable.
(f) Ronny Heaslop’s father is very sick. ________ seems to be no hope of recovery.
(g) The sky is getting dark. Nahian _________carry an umbrella.
(h) Tahmid was too tired to walk, ________ run.
(i) Ahsan ________ walk home than take a rickshaw. The road is jam- packed.
(j) There is a charitable dispensary in our locality. None_______ pay for the service.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable phrases/clauses.
(a) I miss my maternal grandmother a lot. 15 years have passed since —.
(b) Zillur and Ashraf were lucky. No sooner had they —.
(c) In our country, there are many people —. Poverty is a curse for any society.
(d) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time —.
(e) Study sincerely lest —.
(f) Nurjahan studies medicine so that —.
(g) Once there was an old man who had three sons. They were so lazy that —.
(h) Rezwan tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would —.
(i) The man — can maintain a sound health.
(f)Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to —.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Relationships (a)______ (be) of different kinds. Some (b)_______ (be) familial and intimate, (c)_______ (form) by blood and by marriage; some are social like the ones we have with friends and some (d)________ (make) in school where we (e)_______ (form) close bonds with classmates and teachers. Relationship can also (f)_______ (foster) in workplace, which may quickly (g)_________ (change) from professional to social. There (h)________ (be) relationships also between human beings and animals, between children and their toys that they can’t (i)________ (part) with. All these relationships (j)_________. (keep) us close to each other and (k)______ (provide) us all kinds of support love and affection. A person (1)________ (have) no family feels the pain of loneliness and isolation. There (m)_______ (be) no one to laugh or (n)______ (cry) with him/her.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches :
“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. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Long ago, there was an (a)________ (pre-modify the noun) king in England. He was tired of ruling and needed rest. He had (b)________ (pre-modify the noun) daughters Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. He made up his mind (c)________(post-modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) among his daughters. But, at first, he wanted (d)_______ (post- modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) how much they loved him. Firstly, the king asked his (e)________ (pre-modify the noun) daughter how much she loved him. Goneril declared that she loved him (f) _________ (use an intensifier to post-modify the verb) than she could say. Lear, the king, was (g)__________(pre-modify the adjective) satisfied. He gave her one-third of the kingdom. Then he asked his (h) ________ (pre-modify the noun) daughter Regan. She replied that her love for him would never change. She was able (i) __________ (post-modify the adjective with an infinitive) him. So, the king gave another-third of his kingdom. Then, it was the turn of Cordelia, the (j) _________(pre-modify the noun) daughter of the king.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
Self-confidence is essential to attain success in life. (a)_______ a person having self-confidence has won half of the battle. Self- confidence enables a man to prosper by creating some other virtues requisite for success. (b)_______ when a self-confident man fails to attain success, he becomes determined to reach his goal. This determination gives rise to some other virtues in him. (c)________ he becomes diligent. He does not yield to failure. (d)_______ he endeavours more in the process. (e)________ he becomes more sincere in his work. (f)_______ he becomes successful. (g) _______ a man devoid of self-confidence stumbles at every step, (h)________ – he loses vitality to go ahead. (i)__________ he does not try once more. (j)________ he is heard to curse his fortune. (k)_______ the brave who have self-confidence (l)_________ this process has been going on since prehistoric time. (m)________ we must follow the track of the greatest people. (n)_________ we have to be failure in life and lament.
8. Read the passage and then write the synonym or antonym of the words as directed below: 0.5×14=7
Morning walk is not only pleasant but also beneficial to health. In fact, walking regularly in the morning is a very good habit. It is the most advisable physical exercise for the aging and the old. In the morning, nature appears at her best. At that time everything remains quiet and seems impressive. The environment with birds and beasts becomes calm and serene. The people who go out for a walk in the morning cannot but be impressed by it. It helps to keep their mind jolly and jovial. It also sets their temper for the rest of the day.
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting the errors:
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 doesnt have a job now.
Part B Composition Marks-40
10. Write an application to the Principal of Chattogram College, Chattogram for admission on TC. 10
11. Write a paragraph on ‘Smart Bangladesh around 200 words. 15
12. Write a compare and contrast paragraph on “Junk Food and Healthy Food” around 200 words. 15
16. Dinajpur Board 2024
ENGLISH SECOND PAPER
[According to the Syllabus of 2024]
Subject Code: 108
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: Marks 0.5×10=5
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. Thein 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.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box:
had better
there
What does…. look like
it
let alone
as soon as
What’s… like
have to
would rather
was born
(a)He headed for the new workplace _____ he received the transfer order.
(b)_______ your new teacher ______? He is nice but a bit strict.
(c)The Bangladesh cricket team dropped out from the tournament in the first round, ______ make it to the final.
(d)I am trying to catch upon some sleep. You _____ turn off the TV.
(e)_______ she_____ ? She is tall and has blonde hair.
(f)Although Lalon Shah ______ into a Hindu family, he grew up in a Muslim family.
(g)Nowadays we cannot think of a single day without cell phones but _____ was a time when even land phones were a luxury.
(h)My aunt is shy by nature. In social gatherings, she ______ stay alone than interact with others.
(i)_______ was a wonderful night. The sky was cloudless and full of stars.
(j)You _______ follow traffic rules. You cannot drive as you like.
3. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:
(a)There goes a proverb, “Grasp all, ……… .” If you want to get everything at a time, you may end up in losing every thing.
(b) The first and foremost duty of a student is to study. Without — , you can never expect a good result.
(c) You never speak the truth. I will not accompany you unless you —.
(d) Early rising is good for health. You should rise early so that —.
(e) Self-help is the best help and Allah helps those who …………….. .
(f) Don’t be tensed for my return. ………. after I shall have finished my work.
(g)You ought to read your texts again and again with a view to —.
(h) You should remember that if you do not work hard, you will have a chance to fail in the exam. Work hard lest —.
(i) It is 10 O’clock now. Our train will start exactly at 11 O’clock. It is high time we —.
(j) My childhood was full of happiness. Would that —.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
We can’t help (a) _____ (rely) on English. Now, English is (b) ______ (use) as a common language for global communication. It (c) _____ (recognize) as an international language. English is important for (d) _____ (maintain) communication with our development partners. A good command over English as well as regular practices (e) _____ (be) essential for us. 80% information of all the computers (f) _______ (be) in English. With a view to (g) ______ (exchange) our views with the rest of the world, we have to (h) ______ (learn) English. Moreover, we (i) ________ (provide) with the good scope of (j) ______ (enjoy) the best books through English. English (k) ____ (be) now no longer the native speaker’s language. Now it (l) _______ (belong) to the world’s people. It is high time we (m) ______ (pay) more attention to English. Otherwise, we (n) ________ (lag) behind.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches:
The class teacher said to the students, “Do you like to go for study tour?” “Yes,” said all the students. Then he said, “Take permission of your parents.” One of the students said, ” Let us go to Cox’s Bazar.” The Principal said, “May your journey be safe and sound.”
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:
Rainy season is the proper time for (a) ______ (use a noun adjective to pre modify the noun) plantation. It is the time when (b) _____ (use article to pre modify the noun) environment is the most suitable one for the (c) _____ (use an adjective to pre modify the noun) growth of trees. We should plant trees according to (d) _____ (use possessive to pre modify the noun) suitability of the land. There are (e) _______ (use quantifier to pre modify the noun) fallow lands around us. We can plant saplings on (f) ______ (use a demonstrative) lands. Sea-beaches, low-lying areas, road sides etc. can be brought under the scheme of tree plantation. We can easily engage landless people (g) ______ (use an infinitive phrase to post modify the verb) the saplings and ensure their safe growth. The success of tree plantation programme requires (h) _____ (use article to pre modify the noun phrase) united effort. The Government, the NGOs and the educated section of the society should work (i) _____ (post modify the verb with adverbial) in this regard. Everybody should come forward spontaneously to contribute to (j) _____ (use a demonstrative to pre modify the noun phrase) noble campaign.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:
My name is Amerigo. I am 13 years old (a) ____ live on the street alone. My mother does not live with me. (b) _____, she does not want me. (c) _____, she told me to go away. (d) _____ , my mother is separated from my father. (e) _____ she is married to another man. Probably she is happy with him. (f) ____ , my father lives very far away. (g) ______ , I cannot go there. (h) ____ I want to go to him, he doesn’t take me either. I begged him to send to me some money (i) _______ I could buy a bus ticket. I am still waiting (j) _______ he hasn’t answered. (k) ______ , the streets are now my home. I used to do some works (l) ______ , collecting trash, selling ice-cream of a owner etc. I sold ice-cream of the owner but he gave me nothing in return. (m) _____ , I had to starve sometimes. (n) ______, my life is very hard without my parents.
8. Read the passage below and then write the synonym or antonym of the words as directed:
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.
1. Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary.
provide
leave
turn
be
cut
stop
prevent
Trees (a) — useful to us in many ways. They (b) — us with food, fruit, shade and shelter. They prevent a region from (c) — into a desert. But it is a pity that the people of our country (d) — trees indiscriminately. It is high time we (e) — such an act of human cruelty towards trees.
2. Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
Dear Helal,
Yesterday I was informed (a) — your bad habit. You are addicted (b) —- smoking! This piece of information has upset me very much. You should bear in mind that smoking is very harmful and it tells (c) — health. So, you should abstain (d) — smoking. You should not indulge (e) — any bad habit.
Your loving elder brother
Habib
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed.
Though newspaper is not always (a) — unmixed blessing, it is (b) — most useful thing in our life. We rarely think of (c) — day without reading (d) — newspaper. Reading newspaper is one of (e) — good habits of a man. We shall be like (f) — frog in a dark well if we neglect developing this habit. However, some people prefer (g) — electronic media to reading (h) — newspaper. But (i) — newspaper offers more to its readers than (j) — electronic media.
4. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five).
keep pace with, win over, accountable to, read between the lines, skim through, Achilles’ heel, slow coach.
5. Rewrite the following passage in the reported speech.
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 Allah grant you a long life,” said the teacher to the boy.
6. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed.
Success will not come to one’s life automatically. (a) Do you know it? (Passive) (b) An industrious boy will shine in life. (Complex) (c) A life with an assignment is an actual life. (Negative) (d) None can receive any reward unless he works hard. (Simple) (e) It is evident that industry is one of the greatest virtues. (Positive)
7. Fill in the blanks with tag questions.
(a) A student should read the texts again and again, —?
(b) Nobody pays due respect to a dishonest man, —?
(c) “I” is a pronoun, _____?
(d) Thousands of people admired Rumi in his life time, —?
(e) Deeba as well as her friends enjoyed the short film, —?
8. Complete the following sentences.
(a) Read attentively or —.
(b) Had I been there —.
(c) There goes the proverb that —.
(d) It was long since —.
(e) Do what —.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
9. Suppose, you are a reporter of a national daily. You are assigned to cover a massive fire in a factory. Now, write a report on it. 10. Write a composition on any one of the following.
(a) Patriotism; (b) Duties and Responsibilities of Students.
11. Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him to change one of your elective subjects. 12. Write a dialogue between you and your friend about admission into a university.
Or, Write a summary of the following passage.
A mother exercises an undeniable influence in the formation of children’s character and in shaping their life. The thing that they learn at home takes a firm root in them. And it goes without saying that this learning they get mostly from their mother as they live under her direct supervision and constant care. If a mother fails to bring up her children properly, the mother is held responsible for their failure, not the child. If all the children become great, all the credit goes to the mothers. From this point of view, an educated mother is an asset and it is necessary to educate women folk.
13. Complete the following story with the cue. 15
There lived a cobbler in a village. He used to maintain his family with his earning. He was satisfied with what he got. He had a lot of happiness in his mind. One of his neighbours was a banker. One day…………………..
RAJSHAHI BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
1. Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use thenegatives where necessary.
stand
experience
seem
look
appear
sit
enjoy
Once I (a) — a full moonlit night. I came out of my reading room and sat on the lawn. To me nature (b) — in her magic beauty. Her objects (c) — to flash with heavenly radiance. I found a kind of harmony between the world and the heaven. People (d) — in the yard and (e) — themselves gossiping.
2. Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
Dear Sumon,
I’m going to tell you (a) — the proper use of holidays. They give us relief (b) — heavy pressure of regular work or normal duties. They help us get rid (c) — the din and bustle of life. We know that to work (d) — pause is tiresome. So, holidays are essential (e) — our life.
3. Use articles in the following passage where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed.
Mosquito menace is one of (a) — most talked topics. (b) — fear and nuisance of mosquito is called (c) — mosquito menace. For (d) — city dwellers it is (e) — constant nuisance. Particularly at (f) — night, it becomes more when thousands of mosquitoes start singing around (g) — us. Even during daytimes, we are not free from (h) —attack of mosquitoes. To prevent (i) — nuisance caused by mosquitoes, we have to be alert and work in (j) — assorted efforts.
4. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words from the list below.
who
when
while
because
or
though
that
(a) — taking food, we should bear in mind (b) — we do not eat just to satisfy hunger (c) — to fill the belly. We eat to preserve our health. Some people (d) — live in the midst of plenty, do not eat the food they need for good health (e) — they have no knowledge of the science of health and nutrition.
5. Make the meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five).
of one’s own accord; as far as; for the sake of; look forward to; at the sight of; beggar description; in the long run.
6. Rewrite the following in the reported speech.
The writer said to Jerry, “Your roller-skates look very nice. Who has bought them for you?”
“My mother.” “Is she alive?”
“Yes, she lives in Mannville”.
7. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in the brackets.
(a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (Exclamatory) (b) People of all ages enjoy this game. (Passive) (c) At present cricket is the most popular game in our country. (Positive) (d) Bangladesh is one of the weakest Test Playing Countries. (Comparative) So, most of the people do not like watching test cricket. (e) They are fond of watching “Twenty-twenty cricket. (Interrogative)
8. Form tag questions for the following.
(a) Time and tide wait for none, —?
(b) Health is wealth, —?
(c) An unhealthy man cannot prosper in life, —?
(d) Everybody dislikes him, —?
(e) They feel her absence, —?
9. Complete the following sentences.
(a) The old man was too weak to —.
(b) No sooner had we reached the station ––.
(c) You will not prosper unless —.
(d) He is not only intelligent —.
(e) It was long since —.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
10. Write a paragraph on “Environmental Pollution” by answering the questions below. 10
(a) What is environment?
(b) Why is our environment being polluted?
(c) What are the effects of polluted environment?
(d) What are the measures to be taken to save environment from pollution?
(e) What is your opinion about pollution-free environment?
11. Write a short composition that tells about ‘your first day at college’. 15
12. Write a dialogue between a customer and a salesman in a shoe shop. 10
13. Write a letter to your friend telling him about a natural sight that you have enjoyed very recently. 10
14. Complete the story following the cue. 15
Once a dog stole a piece of meat from a shop. Holding it in his mouth, he was running beside a stream. When the dog was crossing a bridge over the stream, it discovered an image in the water………………..
DINAJPUR BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
1. Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use the negatives where necessary.
dare
desire
attain
be
may
should
assist
Everyone (a) — success in life but very few can (b) — it. One of the main reasons for this failure is that many people (c) — take risks. We must remember that life (d) — not a bed of roses. It is full of troubles and problems. We (e) — face them with courage.
2. Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions.
Education is not confined (a) — schools, colleges and universities only. The family, society and the whole world (b) — large educate us. What we learn (c) — experience in our practical life is no less important than what we learn from our educational institutions formally. Education begins (d) — birth and ends only at death. We continue to learn (e) — our whole life.
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed.
At present, Bangladesh faces (a) — number of (b) — problems. Of all these problems (c) — population problem is (d) — most acute one. Population is undoubtedly (e) —great asset to (f) — country. But when (g) — country fails to feed and provide them with (h) — basic necessities of life, they become (i) — burden. Similar is (j) — case with Bangladesh.
4. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five).
keep body and soul together, at stake, black sheep, of one’s own accord, at all, learn by heart, hue and cry.
5. Rewrite the following in the reported speech.
He said, “I can chop some wood today.” I said, “But I have a boy coming from the orphanage.” “I’m the boy.” “You? But you’re small.” “Size doesn’t matter chopping wood,” he said.
6. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed.
(a) Jim and Della sacrificed their dearest possessions in order to buy nice Christmas presents for each other. (Make it compound) (b) Della had an ardent desire to give her husband a worthy gift. (Make it complex) (c) Jim also thought how he could give his wife a nice gift. (Make it simple) (d) Della saved a scanty amount of money for this. (Make it passive) (e) Jim was one of the sincerest husbands that we have ever known. (Make it positive)
7. Fill in the blanks with tag questions.
(a) Let’s have a walk in the open air, —?
(b) I’m in the habit of walking in the morning, —?
(c) Morning entertains everybody with fresh air, —?
(d) None should miss this opportunity, —?
(e) Try to form the habit of rising early in the morning, —?
8. Complete the following sentences.
(a) Nobody can succeed in life without —.
(b) The boy is strong enough —.
(c) Scarcely had the teacher completed the lecture —.
(d) Five years have passed since —.
(e) He acted as if —.
9. Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list.
otherwise
although
but
however
accordingly
which
so
Every citizen has some duties and responsibilities for his country and nation (a) — most of the people are indifferent to these. We have achieved our freedom and national identity at the cost of a tremendous sacrifice (b) — is still evaluated nationally. (c) — some unpatriotic people seem to be forgetful of our national history. (d) — we all should render selfless service for society. (e) —, we will be hated by our future generations.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
10. Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily newspaper, and you have been asked to make a report on traffic jam. Write a report on it.
11. Write a short composition on any one of the following.
(a) Deforestation; (b) Television; (c) Students and Social Service.
12. Make a dialogue between you and your elder brother about your future course of studies.
13. Write an application to the Principal of your college seeking permission to stage a drama in the college auditorium.
14. Complete the story with the following cue. 15
Once a dove was sitting on a tree. It was “singing in a melodious voice. A hunter aimed at it. In the meantime an ant came……………………….
JESSORE BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight of the following questions]
1. Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary.
stop
be
condemn
call
get
tell
Once upon a time there (a) — a king who was very fond of knowing his future from the astrologers. A famous astrologer happened to (b) — at his capital on his way to Benares. The king (c) — on him to know about his future and the astrologer (d) — him something unpleasant. At this the king got furious and (e) — him to death.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
Einstein was very simple (a) — his ways of life and indifferent (b) — his astounding fame. Once the Queen of Belgium invited him (c) — Brussels. When he got down (d) — the train at Brussels, he could not think that there were actually many gorgeously dressed officials to receive him (e) — the station.
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed.
Adnan is a brilliant student. He is (a) — asset. One day he may be (b) — engineer or (c) — doctor. He makes (d) — best use of his time He makes a proper division of his time and does his duties accordingly. He knows that youth is (e) — golden period of (f) — life. He has (g) — aim in life. He knows that life without (h) — aim is like (i) —ship without (j) — rudder.
4. Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list.
before
or
by means of
when
unless
therefore
and
We communicate our thoughts to others (a) — speech or writing. (b) — beginning to speak (c) — write, (d) —, we should be sure about what is in our mind. We cannot expect to make others understand our meaning (e) — ourselves. We are quite clear about it.
5. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five).
on the sly, Pandora’s box; suitable for; in a nutshell; fast life; bid adieu; hard up.
6. Rewrite the following passage in the reported speech.
The teacher said to the boy, “Do you think that honest}’ is the best policy?” The boy said, “Yes, sir, I think so.” “Then learn to be honest from your boyhood,ok” said the teacher. “Thank you, sir.” said the boy. “May Allah grant you a long life.” said the teacher to the boy.
7. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed.
(a) The old sailor shot the Albatross (Passive). (b) At this the sailors were very angry with him. (Negative) (c) Their throats were dry and they could not speak (Complex). (d) Since the old sailor killed the bird, he brought bad luck to the sailors (Simple). (e) It was a very unlucky day (Exclamatory).
8. Fill in the blanks with tag questions.
(a) None of them knew the answer, _____?
(b) You should not tell a lie, _____?
(c) Teachers teach, _____?
(d) I am writing to my mother, _____?
(e) Blind men cannot read, _____?
9. Complete the following sentences.
(a) I am so tired that _____.
(b) It is high time we —— the place.
(c) Though it was quite dark ——.
(d) He learns much so that_____.
(e) If the weather is good_____.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
Suppose, you are a reporter of the Daily Ittefaq. Now, write a report on the role of The Satellite Channels in our present society.
Write a short composition on ‘Greenhouse Effect’ Or, The Day You Remember Most 15
Write an application to the principal of your college for the establishment of a debating club. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the dangers of smoking. 10
Complete the following story using the cue. 15
Once in a village there lived two friends. They were very close. One day they were walking through a forest. They…………….
COMILLA BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
1. Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Usenegatives where necessary.
Cut
answer
write
secure
expect
help
be
Students (a) _____to be precise and accurate while (b) _____the questions in the examination. But the real scenario is different. Most of the students (c) —— their examination paper fairly as they cannot understand the questions properly. As a result, they (d) _____a very sorry figure in the examination. If they were correct in their answers, they certainly (e) _____good marks in the examination.
2. Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
Dear Adita,
So far I know, you do not want (a) _____study any more. What’s wrong (b) _____you? You should know that no one can be great (c) _____taking education. Only (d) _____taking education you will be well established. Therefore, you should not deprive yourself (e) _____education.
Yours ever,
Rivu
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed.
(a) — morning walk is (b) — good habit for all classes of (c) — people. It is (d) — simple exercise and good for health and (e) — mentality. In the morning, (f) — air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution. This pure (g) — environment makes (h) — effect on (i) — nature in (j) — morning.
4. Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list.
only through
highly
besides
why
mainly
because
only
The greatness of a book depends (a) — on the acceptability among the readers. If we read a book (b) — once, we can discover many things in it. But basing on one reading, we cannot judge the standard of a book. When a book is praised (c) —, we have no doubt about the greatness of the book, (d) –– the first reading we may not understand a book but if it is read more than once, we will see (e) — it was read and praised. So, the great books are those that have passed the test of time.
5. Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms (any five). 1×5=5
at stake; beyond one’s means; come round; big guns; beyond doubt; null and void; take after.
6. Rewrite the following passage in the reported speech. 1×5=5
“My sons,” said he, “A great treasure lies hidden in the estate. I am about to leave you.” “Where is it hidden?” said the sons. “I am about to tell you.” said the old man. “But you must dig for it.”
7. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in brackets. 1×5=5
(a) A true friend is an asset. (Complex) (b) He helps his friend when he is in danger. (Simple) (c) He does not leave his friend. (Affirmative) (d) A true friend is hardly found. (Active) (e) He is as good as an honest man. (Comparative)
8. Fill in the blanks with tag questions. 1×5=5
(a) Let us have a picnic, _____?
(b) I do not feel fine today, ——?
(c) Let me be alone, ——?
(d) I shall enjoy your company another day, ——?
(e) Please, excuse me for today, _____?
9. Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) Hardly had he reached the station_____.
(b) He speaks as if_____.
(c) I went to Dhaka with a view to_____.
(d) He walked carefully lest_____.
(e) We wish_____.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
Write a paragraph on ‘Your Favourite Teacher’ by answering the questions below. 10
(a) Who is your favourite teacher? (b) Why is he favourite to you? (c) What differences do you find between your favourite teacher and others? (d) How does he influence his students in his class? (e) Do you desire to be a teacher like him? Why?
Write a short composition on “The Rivers of Bangladesh”. Or, “The Day You Remember Most”. 15
Write an application to the principal of your college for a transfer certificate. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the importance of learning English. 10
Complete the following story with the cue. 15 There was an old farmer. He had four sons. They were all grown up. But they had no good relation with one another. They were disobedient and always quarrelled………
SYLHET BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
1. Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in correct tense. Use negatives where necessary.
adopt
come
rise
pay
do
achieve
try
Honesty is a great virtue. An honest man is liked and trusted by all. The ignorant man adopts unfair means with a view to (a) _____their objectives. In every walk of life, honesty (b) _____most. An honest man may be poor, but he (c) _____to become rich by (d) _____dishonest means. His rise in life may be slow, but he (e) _____very high in the long run.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
Population growth is one (a) — the causes (b) — the world’s environmental problems. Although the growth rate (c) — the world’s population has slowed slightly since 1990, still it increases (d) —77 million human beings each year. (e) — the increasing number of people, destruction of habitats and the use of additional natural resources are gradually increasing.
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed.
A library is (a) — part and parcel of (b) — educational institution. It is (c) — unique place where books of different subjects are kept for (d) — reading. It enables (e) —readers to read books of their choice that creates (f) — enthusiasm for learning. Students should pay (g) — visit to (h) — library regularly. They can borrow books for (i) —certain period and return them after (j) — given time.
4. Rewrite the following in the reported speech.
Rahim said to Hamid, “How are you? I went to your hostel yesterday, but did not find you. Where did you go?” “I went to the station,” said Hamid, “I had to receive my maternal uncle there.”
5. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five).
take one to task, slow coach, rainy day, off and on, open secret, on behalf of, bread and butter.
6. Read the following passage and transform as directed.
(a) Everybody lives in society. (Negative) (b) We should not disturb social order. (Affirmative). (c) If we maintain it. we shall be able to lead a peaceful life. (Simple) (d) Who does not like peace? (Assertive) (e) It is so much required. (Active)
7. Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words.
Man is the architect of his own fortune. (a) — he makes a proper division of his time (b) — does his duties accordingly, he is sure to prosper in life. (c) — if he does otherwise, he is sure to repent (d) — it is too late. To kill time is (e) — to commit suicide.
8. Fill in the blanks with tag questions.
(a) Every mother loves her child_____?
(b) We should love our country_____?
(c) Fortune favours the brave_____?
(d) Nobody dislikes flowers ——?
(e) Don’t waste time_____?
9. Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) He is tall enough_____.
(b) Saturday is the day when_____.
(c) It is time for you_____.
(d) I would rather suffer ——.
(e) Scarcely had I reached the college ——.
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
Suppose, you are a reporter of the Daily Independent. Now, write a report on the ‘Rapid Spread of Drug Addiction’ among the young people of our country. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following. 15
(a) Unemployment Problem; (b) Natural Calamities in Bangladesh; (c) Uses and Abuses of Satellite Channels.
Write a dialogue between two friends about the Dangers of Smoking. 10
Write an application to the principal of your college for the permission of establishing a debating club. 10
Complete the following story using the cue. 15
Once a lion was sleeping in a forest. Suddenly a mouse came there. It did not notice the sleeping lion. It was running about and playing happily. By chance it ran over the face of the lion. It awoke the lion. At this the lion grew very angry………..
BARISAL BOARD—2013
Part A : Grammar (40 Marks)
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
1. Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use the negatives where necessary.
reflect
experiment
give
assign
provide
find
include
be
bring
stand
Hamidur Rahman (a) — shape to the concept and design of the Shaheed Minar by combining all the aspirations of Bengali identity and nationalism. When he (b) — to make the design, he was full of enthusiasm focusing on the Language Movement as the central concept. He wanted to find a new expression to convey the aspirations of the people. He (c) — with basic horizontal and vertical forms to bring out the concept of Bengali solidarity and unity for their national identity. The vertical lines of his design (d) — the manifestations of inner strength. The four columns on both sides of the central structure (e) — the balance and harmony of a united stand.
2. Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions.
Like many people (a) — the world, I came to know of Nelson Mandela (b) — a distance, when he was imprisoned on Robben Island. To so many of us, he was more than just a man— he was a symbol of the struggle (c) — justice, equality, and dignity in South Africa and around the globe. His sacrifice was so great that it called (d) — people everywhere to do what they could (e) — behalf of human progress.
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed.
Galib works in (a) — nationalized bank in Dhaka, (b) — capital city of Bangladesh. Being (c) — sensitive young man and (d) — ex-student of (e) — English literature, he takes the job as (f) — source of pleasure. As (g) — honest officer, he tries to give his best to (h) — clients. Everyday hundreds of people come to (i) — bank and Galib happens to come across many of them with (j) — smiling face.
4. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words from the list below.
that
then
there upon
which
while
and
but
The Caliph marvelled at the grace and radiance of the young girls, (a) — was astonished to see (b) — each of the dervishes was blind in the left eye. The girls offered him a cup of wine, (c) — he excused himself saying, “I am setting forth on a pilgrimage to Makkah shortly.” (d) — one of the girls put down before him a small table, on (e) —she placed a cup of Chinese porcelain. The Caliph kept on seeing all these wonderful things done by the girls.
5. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five).
swan song; apple of discord; blue blood; once in a blue moon; all on a sudden; learn by heart; of ones own accord.
6. Rewrite the following in the reported speech.
“Take the fan,” said Edna, offering a fan to him. “Oh, no! Thank you. It does no good. You have to stop fanning some time, and feel all the more uncomfortable afterward.”
7. Form tag questions for the following.
(a) Khalid and Aloka will go to Dhaka, _____?
(b) I’m also going. You aren’t going, _____?
(c) No. Now I don’t have enough money for this purpose, _____?
(d) But if you wish, I’ll lend you some money, _____?
(e) It’s your kindness. I’m always grateful to you, ——?
8. Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) I have spent sometime thinking_____.
(b) Wait for me until —.
(c) We shall play provided —.
(d) Let us discuss —.
(e) There are many reasons why students —.
9. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed.
There are many virtues that man should possess. (a) Truthfulness is one of the greatest virtues in a man’s life. (Make it comparative). It indicates the quality of a man. (b) Everybody respects a truthful person. (Make it interrogative) (c) A truthful person may lead a poor life but is honoured everywhere. (Make it simple) (d) A truthful person is not afraid of anybody. (Make it complex) (e) It brings peace in one’s mind. (Make it passive)
Part B : Composition (60 Marks)
Think you are the local reporter of a national daily newspaper. As a reporter you attended a cultural programme on the Victory Day. Now, write a report for the newspaper. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following. 15
(a) The Utilities and Evils of Internet; (b) Rivers of Bangladesh.
Write an application to the principal of your college to provide sound system for large classrooms. 10
Complete the given story following the cue. 15
There was a young shepherd in a village near a forest. He used to graze a flock of goat on the pasture by the forest. The grassland was not far from the village. One day, an evil thought came to his mind and he wanted to make fun of……………..
Write a dialogue between two friends about the win of Bangladesh against the West Indies in a One Day International Cricket Match. 10
DHAKA BOARD-2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
1. Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:-
occur
increase
punish
keep
clean
bring
obey
Most often traffic problem (a) — in the congested areas where the roads are very narrow. In proportion to our population roads (b) —. There are many unlicensed vehicles which should (c) — under control. The drivers are not willing to (d) — the traffic rules. Irresponsible drivers (e) — strictly.
2. Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:
Dear Bina,
I am very glad to receive your letter (a) — time. You have stood first (b) — the examination. I would like to offer congratulations (c) — your grand success. We are really proud (d) — you. I hope you will do better (e) — your future examinations. With best wishes Your elder brother Nasim.
3. Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:
Tea is a drink. It is also (a) — refreshing drink. The preparation of tea is a long but (b) — interesting process. (c) — water is first boiled in (d) — kettle and (e) — desired quantity of (f) — tea dust is put in it. After (g) — few minutes (h) — boilled leaves are separated from (i) — liquor. Then the liquor is poured into (j) — cup and some milk and sugar are mixed with it.
4. Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):
On the contrary; an open secret; in the mean time; in the event of; as soon as; in front of; as though.
5. Re-write the following passage in the reported speech.
“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. Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed:
(a) Anika wrote a letter to her mother yesterday. (passive) (b) She told her mother to send Tk. 1000 to buy some books, (complex) (c) In the letter, she told her that she should not worry about her studies. (simple) (d) Her mother often writes to her. (interrogative) (e) She feels that her mother is better than ail other mothers in the world. (superlative)
7. Fill in the blanks with tag questions;
(a) Everybody is liable to error, ———–?
(b) Very few students are devoted to studies, ———-?
(c) Please, don’t waste your time———–?
(d) Let us go out for a walk,———-?
(e) Fire burns, ———–?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) United we stand, ————-.
(b) Rupa talks as if————.
(c) Since the body and mind go together,——–
(d) Zinia is so tired ————.
(e) As I had forgotten her, ———.
Part-B : Composition (Marks 60)
Suppose, you are Abir Hasan, a reporter of a reputed daily. Recently you have visited a book fair in Dhaka. Now, write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following. 15
(a) The Natural Beauties of Bangladesh
(b) Population Problem in Bangladesh
Write an application to the Upazila Chairman for the repairment of the roads in your locality. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends on Environmental Pollution. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage.
Sincerity is the root of success of all work. One can go a long way if one does anything with sincerity. The rich are sincere to their work and they are capable of making anything a success. The great men are also 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 in the world. Sincerity is the secret of any work because it helps the work to be done properly. If any work is not done properly, one will never get good output from it. So we should be sincere in every walk of life.
Complete the following story with the cue. 15
Once there was a selfish giant who had a large and beautiful garden. The garden was full of soft green grass. Here and there all over the grass stood many colorful flowers like stars. The garden was a nice playground for the beautiful children———–
COMILLA BOARD 2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5=5
run
be
reach
suffer
live
hamper
go
The people (a) ____ in the big cities and towns greatly (b) ____from traffic jam. Their office activities (c) ____. They (d) ____ their working places in time. Several factors (e)____ responsible for this severe and chronic problem.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions:- 1×5=5
Rana is a good boy. He is conscious (a) ______ his studies. He is not indifferent (b)______ his duties. He is also respectful (c) ______his teachers. He is popular (d)______his friends (e)______his good behaviour.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
.5 xl0=5
(a) ———– 16th December is (b) ———-red letter day in the history of Bangladesh. On this day, we achieved (c) ———- freedom at the cost of (d) ———- bloody battle and Bangladesh came into (e)———-being and made a place in (f)———-world map as (g) ———- independent country. Every year this day is celebrated in (h) ———- enthusiastic atmosphere. We remember (i) ———-great sacrifice of our heroic sons who died for this country. We also pay (j)———-great tribute to them.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking word from the list. 1×5=5
who
while
or
that
when
because
though
(a) ———-taking food, we should bear in mind (b) ———-we do not eat just to satisfy hunger (c)———-to fill the belly. We eat to preserve our health. Some people (d) —— live in the midst of plenty, do not eat the food they need for good health (e)— they have no knowledge of the science of health and nutrition.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms, (any five) 1×5=5
Beggar description, a dark horse, far and wide, well off, on the sly, skim through, in not time
Re-write the following passage in the reported speech. 5
The traveller said to the peasant, “Can you tell me the way to the nearest inn?” The peasant said, “Yes, I can. Do you want one in which you can spend the night?” The traveller said. I do not wish to stay there, but I only want a meal.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in brackets:- 1×5=5
(a) My friend invited me to pay a visit to Cox’s Bazar. (Make it interrogative) (b) I gladly accepted the invitation. (Make it passive) (c) When 1 reached there, my friend received me cordially. (Make it compound) (d) I was very glad to see the sea-beach. (Make it exclamatory) (e) It was one of the most memorable journeys in my life. (Make it positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) Trees are our best friends,———?
(b) We should plant more trees, ———-?
(c) Nobody phoned me that day,———-?
(d) The spot is quite far from here, ———-?
(e) Let us go out for a walk, ———?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) As the poor man was hungry——-
(b) The weather was so cold that———-.
(c) Hasib behaves as if———-.
(d) It is high time we———-.
(e) A patriot is respected because———-.
Part-B : Composition (Marks 60)
Write a paragraph on “Your College Library” by answering the questions below. 10
(a) What do you mean by a college library? (b) Where is it housed? (c) What is the necessity of a college library? (d) What kinds of books are found in a college library? (e) What is your feeling about your college library?
Write a short composition on You Childhood Memories Or, A Journey by Train you
have recently enjoyed. 15
Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him/her for permission to set up an “English Debating Club” at your college. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends on the choice of career. 10
Complete the following story with the cue. 15
Once there lived a good king in Scotland. His name was Robert Bruce. He loved his country and his subjects very dearly. His subjects had great love and respect for him. One day his enemies attacked his country and drove him away from his kingdom—–
RAJSHAHI BOARD2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5=5
can
do
change
eat
diversify
catch
sell
To alleviate poverty, the first step (a) ———-be diversification of the economy. This may be (b)———-on two fronts. First because ours is an agro-based economy. It is imperative to (c) ——-our agricultural output. At the same time, we have to (d)———-our habits. Rice is our staple food, but side by side with rice, we have to develop the habit of (e)——-potatoes and wheat to reduce the excessive pressure on rice.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:- 1×5=5
My dear Father,
My best regards to you and mother. I know you are worried (a)———— me and want to know how I am passing my life here. I feel quite (b) ———- home. Our hostel manager takes care (c)———us. I can pass my time happily and pay concentration (d) ——–studies. I have become accustomed (e) ———-my new hostel life.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
.5xl0=5
Once upon (a) ———-time there was (b) ——— king. His palace was surrounded by (c) ————–beautiful gardens. One day he fell ill. He called in (d)———— doctor. But (e) ———–doctor could not say what wrong was with him. More (f)——— doctors were called. Finally they said that (g)———-king could be healed if he wore (h) ———– shirt of (i) ———– happy man. (j)———-messengers were sent everywhere, but no happy man could be found.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate linking word from the list below. 1×5=5
so
that
if
as if
that
as
although
in order to
Most of our students can not write their examination paper fairly well, (a)———-they cannot understand the questions properly, they often beat about the bush and cram their answer with irrelevant arid unnecessary details, (b) ———-their teachers suggest (c)———-their answers should be brief and precise, they often lengthen these unnecessarily, (d) ———- get expected marks, you all should understand the questions well and answer them to the point. Don’t worry (e)———-your answers are fairly short.
Make the meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases, (any five) 1×5=5
Win over; Let the cat out of bag; On the sly, An irony of fate, Give vent to. In a nut-shell, Of one’s own accord.
Re-write the following passage in the reported speech. 5
“Have you heard the name of Aesop?” asked the teacher. “No. sir, who was he?” “Read the lesson attentively and then you will be able to know about him. How interesting and instructive his fables are!” said the teacher.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in
brackets:- 1×5=5
Once there was a small village where Ayesha Begum lived with her husband. (a) As her husband had no land, he used to work on other people’s land. (compound) (b) With great effort they married their two daughters off when they reached teenage, (simple) (c) Her only son went to town for earning his livelihood, (complex) When Ayesha Begum and her husband became hungry, there was nobody to feed. (d) Years of malnutrition and depravation made them look older. (passive) One day, she started begging in the village to feed her old and invalid husband, (e) Very few women were as needy as Ayesha Begum, (superlative).
Form tag questions for the following:- 1×5=5
(a) What a pity,————?
(b) None of yon went there,———?
(c) Let us have a discussion,——– ?
(d) Our college won the match, ———-?
(e) He does not take sugar in tea, ——–?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5-5
(a) The weather is so cold that———.
(b) He was strong enough———.
(c) He came here with a view to—–
(d) Hasib behaves as if———-.
(e) You had better————-.
Part B : Composition (Marks 60)
Write a paragraph on “A Baishakhi Mela” by answering the questions below. 10
(a) Have you ever gone to a Baishakhi Mela? (b) Where was it arranged? (c) With whom did
you go there? (d) What did you see there? (e) What was your feeling?
Write a short composition on ‘Uses and Abuses of Wonders of Science’. 15
Write a dialogue between two Mends on the choice of career. 10
Write an application to the Principal of your college seeking permission to set up an English Speaking Club. 10
Complete the story following the cue. 15
Sheikh Saadi was a great poet. He used to put on simple dress. Once, he took shelter in the house of a nobleman. The nobleman could not recognize him and treated him as an ordinary man——–
JESSORE BOARD-2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5=5
command
help
memories
prepare
develop
have
Most of the students of our country are experts in (a)————answers. They don’t prepare notes themselves. They get them (b)————by their tutors. Their tutors exercise their brain for the students. So, the thinking power of the students (c) ————. They, do not have any (d)————over the language. They of course, do well in the examination. But for this they can claim no credit of their own. This result (e) ———— them in their later life.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:- 1×5=5
21st February is red letter day (a) ———-the history of Bangladesh, (b) ———-this day in 1952 about halt a dozen young state sacrificed their lives (c) ———-making Bangla on of the state languages (d) ———Pakistan. But the blood spilt is not in vain. In 1956 the first Constitution (e)———- Pakistan recognized this demand.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
1×5=5
Long long ago (a) ——— mirror was found in (b) ———paddy field by (c)———-old farmer. Neither this farmer nor anybody else in (d) ——— area had ever seen a mirror. So, when (e) ———-farmer looked into (f) ——— mirror, he was surprised to see (g) —— man looking straight at him. Now, (h) ——— farmer closely (i) ———-resembled his father who had died many years ago. He thought that it was his father (j) ——— inside it and saluted him with love and respect.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list:- 1×5=5
too
when
for
this
naturally
because of
and
but
Global warming is increasing day by day (a) ———— deforestation. We cut down trees (b) ———never think of planting more trees, (c) ——– man and other living beings are in the threat of extinction. Time is coming (d) ——there will be no tree left for us. (e)———-we have to face bitter consequences of deforestation.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):- 1×5=5
Good for nothing; end in smoke; bad blood: hard and fast; get rid of; catch sight of; make
up one’s mind,
Rewrite the following in the reported speech:- 1×5=5
“Follow my example,” she said as we shook hands, “and never eat more then one thing for luncheon.” ‘I’ll do better than that,” I retorted “I’ll eat nothing for dinner for tonight.” “Humourist, quite a humourist!’ she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed, 1×5=5
Anger is nothing but a vice, (a) It begets only the worst, (negative) (b)Anger is one of the most inhuman vices, (positive) (c) So, we should control it for our own sake. (passive) (d) He who is taken by anger causes a lot of troubles, (simple) (e) Realising it we should try to be emotionally balanced, (complex)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) Every one would do so,————?
(b) You need not do this,——-?
(c) There is a little water in this pond,—————-?
(d) You is a pronoun,———?
(e) A man like you should not do this,——- ?
Complete the following sentence:- 1×5=5
(a) A college is a seat of learning, so————
(b) It should be a peaceful place where———–.
(c) But now a days peaceful atmosphere is absent from the college because——-
(d) The students who—————.
(e) The sooner it can be controlled, the—————–
Part B- Composition (Marks- 60)
10.Suppose, yon are a reporter of a reputed Daily. Now write a report on the rising prices of the essential commodities. 10
Write a short composition on the blessings of science. 15
Write an application to the Principal of your college for an English newspaper for the college common room. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the ways of keeping good health. 10
Complete the following story using the cue:- 15
There was a shepherd boy. He used to graze a block of sheep near a forest. It was not far from his village. One day he wanted to make a fun———–
SYLHET BOARD- 2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
1.Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense
Use the negatives where necessary:-___1x5-5
work
invent
discover
come
take
give
bring
Computer has (a)————about a revolutionary change in the world. But it (b) ———overnight. It (c) ————a long time to invent computer. Many votaries of science (d)——— hard for years and finally (e) ————out successful.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:- 1×5=5
Mr. M. R. Khan applied (a) ———– the post of a lecturer. Being pleased (b) ———-his performance, the authority appointed him (c) ———-the post. Actually he had authority (d)———-English. Moreover, he had a great zest (e)—– music.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
1×5=5
Socrates believed that (a) ——-angry man was more of (b)———-beast than human being. He had a wife who used to lose her temper on (c) ———-slightest excuse. One day (d) ———-woman got more furious and began to insult him. He went out and sat on the door step of his (e) ———house. He looked out on the public (f)——- street. The wife found that he was paying (g) ——— least heed to her. So she began to pour hot water on (h) ——-head of Socrates. The passers-by were very amused at (i) ———– incident. They had seen such (j) ——- incident before.
Re-write the following in the reported speech:- 5
“You’re cut off your hair?” asked Jim. “Cut it off and sold it,” said Delia. “Don’t you like me just as well, any how? I’m me, without my hair, amn’t I?”
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):- 1×5=5
Skim through, An irony of fate, The lion’s share. Bed of thorns, Hard nut to crack, Scape goat, Learn by heart.
Read the following passage and transform the sentences as directed:- 1×5=5
(a) Cox’s Bazar sea-beach is the largest sea-beach in the world, (complex) (b) It is one of the most beautiful sea-beaches in the world, (positive) (c) It is called pleasure seekers’ paradise, (active) (d) The visitors go there to enjoy natural beauties, (compound) (e) Those who become tired may go to relax there, (simple)
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words:- 1×5=5
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a)———-possesses this rare quality is the happiest person in the world. To be honest, man should have trust worthiness (b) ———-nobody trusts a liar, (c)———-Allah helps the honest people, (d) ———- children should be taught honesty from the very beginning of life, (e) ………. children should be developed among the honest people.
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) I’d meet you ———-?
(b) There are many problems in our college———-?
(c) It is impossible———-?
(d) You cannot be sure———?
(e) Their performance shows it———-?
Complete the following sentences:- 1×5=5
(a) I wish ———.
(b) He works hard so that———-.
(c) There is hardly any person———-.
(d) Man is born free but———-.
(e) It is our sacred duty——-.
Part B- Composition (Marks- 60)
l0. Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Write a report on the prize giving ceremony of Dhaka College. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following:- 15
(a) Childhood Memories; (b) Female Education; (b) The value of time.
Write a dialogue between yourself and your friend about “Eve-teasing”. 10
13.Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him to change one of your elective subjects. 10
Complete the following story using the cue:- 15
Shaikh Sadi was a great poet. He used to put on simple dress. Once he took shelter in the house of a nobleman. The nobleman could not recognize him and treated him as an ordinary man ——-
BARISAL BOARD 2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
1.Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense.
Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5=5
value
indulge
try
think
encourage
be
do
evaluate
Many of us often (a)———–in an undesirable act which is finding faults with others. But we (b) ———– to find out our own faults. It is difficult for one (c)———- one’s shortcomings because most often man (d) ———- himself to be in no way meaner, less intelligent, less experienced. Only those who are great of heart (e) ———-themselves on their own.
Read the/following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:- 1×5-5
Everyone desires (a) ———wealth. But very few can attain it. Some people hanker (b) ———riches. Some are content (c) ———what they have. True happiness lies (d) ———- contentment. It is high time we gave (e)———-the habit of covetousness.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
1×5=5
Childhood or boyhood is (a) ———-man’s formative period. During this period (b) ——– child receives training from its mother, (c) ———-mother’s tender heart always looks to (d) ———-welfare and well-being of (e) ———child. If during this period (f) ——— mother tries to bring (g) ———–child up carefully and according to her (h)———-best ideas, (i) ——child is sure to grow with its superiors, parents and teachers and love (j) ——— all irrespective of cast creed and colour.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list:- 1×5=5
as
in spite of
rnoreover
in short
both
if
until
though
Mr. Joy is always sparing in use of money (a)———-he earns a lot of money. He seldom buys new cloths, (b) ———-, he bargains with the shopkeepers to save money, (c)———- having many friends and relatives, he always tries to avoid entertaining them, (d)———-he and his wife put on shabby dresses, (e)———-, he has a strange personality.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):- 1×5=5
Drop out; look down upon; on the instant: beggar description; black and blue; rainy day; cut off.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech:- 5
“You look a little bit like my mother,” he said, “especially in the dark by the fire.” “But you were only four, Jerry, when you came here.” the writer said. “My mother lives in Mannville.”
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) Everybody loves flowers, ———–?
(b) Today flowers are used on different occasions, ———-?
(c) We need flowers to greet our honourable guests,———?
(d) Now many people cultivate flowers,———-?
(e) This will better the living condition of the poor flower sellers, ————?
Complete the following sentences:- 1×5-5
(a) He hurried to the station lest,———-.
(b) People are advised to take oral-saline since ———–.
(c) Where there is a will ———-.
(d) The weather was so unbearable that ———-.
(ej When the final hour of departure came, ———–.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
There are two ways of developing competence in a language acquiring-the language or learning it. (a) Acquiring a language is more successful than learning, (Make it positive) (b) Teachers encourage the learners of a second language to practice the language. (Make it passive), (c) Students who wish to acquire proficiency in language should practice, the language. (Make it smile) (d) Communicative competence can be achieved in a short-time. (Make it interrogative without changing meaning), (e) A language learner must shake off reticence and he is sure to succeed in his effort. (Make it complex)
Part B- Composition (Marks- 60)
Think, you are the local correspondent of national daily newspaper. You have visited the spot of an accident that took place on Dhaka-Barisal highway. Now write a report for newspaper. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following:- 1×15=15
(a) Wonders of Modern Science.
(b) Your First Day at College.
Write an letter co the Mayor of your town asking him to provide street-lights in your locality. 10
Or, Write letter to your father telling him about your aim in life.
Complete the following story using the cue:- 15
Once upon a time there lived a tortoise and a hare in a forest. The hare now and then teased the tortoise for its slow pace. One day————-
Write a dialogue between friends about their preparation for the coming examination.
CHITTAGONG BOARD-2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5-5
ensure refer buy mean call satisfy feel
Money (a) ——- happiness. Happiness is absolutely a psychological thing. It (b)——-; -the contentment of the mind. He who (c)———-with what he gets and is content life (d) ———-a happy man. It is only moral and spiritual development which (e) ———happiness in our life.
Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions:-
Every year millions of people all (a) ——- the world die as a result (b) — pollution. These unfortunate deaths are brought (c) ———- by four specific factors. There are air pollution, water pollution, noise pollution and odour pollution We should take determined action to control these problems and clean (d) ———- the environment. Moreover, we have to raise awareness (e)———-the people.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed: .5×10=5
Today women are playing (a) ——- important role in all spheres of (b) ——- life. They are no longer confined within (c)———– four walls of the kitchens. They have come out of their cocoons and are working hand in hand with (d)———-men. They are joining (e) ———– wide range of professions and making a great (f)———– contribution to the economy. Now it has come to (g)——realisation of all that it is not possible to develop the country keeping women, (h) —– large section of (i) —– population, in (j)——-dark.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the box. 1×5=5
for example
though
but
as well as
so
however
because
Men usually want to have their own way. No one, (a) ——- , can have his own way all the time. He has to consider the interest of others (b) ——- his own interests. He is free to take his own decisions, (c) ———– these decisions must not be unjust or harmful for others, (d) ———–, he must be very careful while driving (e) ———- there are other vehicles and pedestrians on the road.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five);- 1×5=5
For the sake of, Make up one’s mind, Of one’s own accord, Beyond doubt, Look after, Leave no stone unturned, Take place
Re-write the following in the reported speech. 5
“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.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed:-1×5=5
(a) E-mail is a computer-based messaging system. (complex) It is a speedy mode of communication, (b) It eliminates the time spent in establishing phone calls. (interrogative) (c) It is cheaper than telephone calls. (positive) It permits communication between two parties without the parties actually being present simultaneously. (d) It takes only a few seconds to transmit a message from one country to another. (negative) It has, however, not reached everyone, especially in developing countries like ours. (e) But even here people use commercially operated e-mail facilities for important purposes. (passive)
Fill in the blanks with appropriate tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) Telling lies is a great sin, ————-?
(b) One lie begets hundred lies, ———–?
(c) None believes a liar,————-?
(d) He has to lead a miserable life,—————?
(e) So all of us ought to refrain from telling lies,——–?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) We want that ———.
(b) Man dies but————-.
(c) People work with a view to————-.
(d) I wish————-.
(e) A patriot is person whom————-.
Part-B : Composition (Marks 60)
Suppose, you are a reporter of a renowned newspaper. Write a report for your newspaper on “Deforestation and its devastating consequences.” 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following. 15
(a) Internet (b) Childhood Memories (c) A Journey by Train
Write an application to the Principal of your college seeking permission to stage a drama in the college auditorium. 10
Write a dialogue between two HSC candidates about their preparation for the final examination. 10
Complete the following story using the cue given below. 15
Long ago there lived a hare in a forest. A tortoise also lived nearby. The hare was proud of his speed. He always teased the tortoise. One day————
DINAJPUR BOARD-2012
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) SECOND PAPER
Part A- Grammar (Marks-40)
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary:- 1×5=5
irritate
belong
offend
use
take
addict
find
People (a) ———– to smoking find it difficult to give up this fatal habit. Many of them suffer from various incurable diseases including cancer which (b) ———– a heavy toll of lives every year. An effective cure for this deadly disease has not been (c) ———– out yet. In addition, smoking (d)———– eyes and (e)———-the nose.
Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:- 1×5=5
We are to be content (a) ———–what we have. We should bear in mind that money is the
root (b) ———-all evils. But this does not mean that we can live (c) ———-money. We
should maintain dignity and honesty (d) ———- earning money. Money (e) ———- any
cost should not be our target.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed:-
.5xl0=5
(a) ———- ant is (b)———- industrious insect. Bees are also (c) —– industrious insects. If we observe the life of (d)———-successful man, we will find that he is also (e) ———-industrious, (f)———-industrious are appreciated by all. On the other hand, (g) —–idle are disliked by all. So, industry is (h) ———-must to prosper in (i) ———- life. We all know that industry is the key to success and laziness leads us to (j)———-misfortune.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list. 1×5=5
unless
shortly
in this regard
hardly
even
which
like
Illiteracy is a curse. It is the root cause of ignorance (a)——–—frustrates all development efforts of the government and the community. No development effort can succeed (b)——– illiteracy can be removed. Eradication of illiteracy, in a country (c) ———-Bangladesh with so vast a population is undoubtedly a mammoth task. Any individual, community or organization (d) ————— the government is not capable of solving this tremendous problem single-handed. It is the social responsibility of all the educated people, men and women to make some all out efforts to remove illiteracy from the society. The Government of Bangladesh has already undertaken some effective programmes (e) ———–.
Re-write the following in the reported speech. 5
“Will you buy my hair?” asked Delia. “I buy hair,” said Madame. “Take your hat off and let’s have a sight at the looks of it.” “Twenty dollars,” said Madame. “Give it to me quick,” said Della.
6.Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
Frugality is a good habit. (a) A man who is frugal does not like to spend money without reasons. (simple) (b) The target of a frugal man is to save money for future, (complex) (c) Every one should practise frugality to make a well-planned family. (passive) (d) Since a frugal man saves money, he can spend it in time of crisis. (compound) (e) A frugal man is happier than a prodigal man. (positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:- 1×5=5
(a) Rana as well as his friends enjoyed the film,— ?
(b) Let me be alone, ___?
(c) We ought not to do this, __?
(d) Everyone welcome us,___ ?
(e) I have the right to get your help, —?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) Since Bangladesh is a disaster-prone country________
(b) Though Bangladesh is a small country, she is burdened ________
(c) Women who comprise half of our population________
(d) Moreover, our country is beset ________
(e) We all should come forward with a view to________
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five):- 1×5=5 A bone of contention, A bed of roses, End in smoke. Catch sight of, Commit something to memory, Put up with, Black and blue
Part-B : Composition (Marks 60)
The prices of essential commodities have gone beyond he reach of the poor people, Now write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition on the wonders of modern science. 15
Make a dialogue between yon and your friend on the abuses of mobile phone particularly by the teenagers in the recent times. 10
Write an application to the Principal of your college to allot you a seat in the college hostel. 10
Complete the story with the following clue. 15
There was a shepherd boy. He used to graze a flock of sheep near a forest. It was not far from his village. One day, he wanted to make fun of ……………….
DHAKA BOARD-2011
English Second Paper
Time—3 hours : Marks—100
Part-A—Grammar : Marks—40
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense.
Use the negatives where necessary :— 1×5=5
require achieve take | become | consider | learn | rise
Education is often compared to light and (a)——-as the pillar of human civilization. So, it is only education which can wake a nation (b)———to the level of standard development. From this point of view, it (c)——-quite clear to us that if a country can provide its people with education (d) ——— for the modern aspects of life, it will be able to (e)——–an all-out prosperity to the betterment and welfare of the nation.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5=5
Dear Rony,
Thanks for your letter. I have learnt that you are keen (a)——— learning English. I appreciate your interest. You can listen (b) ——-BBC, CNN and such other news programmes. You should go (c)——— English newspapers, study books etc. You can maintain a diary and write your feelings (d)——–English. You should communicate (e) —— others in English. Go ahead. 1 hope you will be successful.
Your elder brother,
Farhan
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed. 5
Bangladesh is (a) ———world’s most densely populated country. Our development efforts
are frustrated because of (b) —–great size of our population, (c)____population explosion is (d)-______constant threat to our environment and (e)- society. Her population is growing at such (f)____high rate that (g)_______environment may soon fail to supply (h)— —– people with their minimum necessities. It is indeed (i) ——–alarming situation. Something should be done to change (j)————situation.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms 1×5 (any five)
look down upon; at random; beggar description; at sixes and sevens; apple of discord; a black sheep
Re-write the following passage in the reported speech. 1×5=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,” she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
(a) Water, an important element of environment, is polluted by various ways, (complex) (b) The water which is pure is necessary for us. (simple) (c) Men polluted water by throwing waste in it. (compound) (d) The farmers use water in time of cultivation largely, (passive) (e) It is one of the most important elements of all living beings, (positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions :— 1×5=5
(a) Life is full of troubles and difficulties, ———-?
(b) They have to be overcome if we are to succeed in life,—?
(c) So, we should face them with courage, -—?
(d) We may fail at first, ————-?
(e) But we must not loose heart, —-—–?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) We should say ‘no’ to corruption because————.
(b) Corrupt persons are not only dishonest but also———-.
(c) Now, it is high time ———-.
(d) We should work together if
(e) But we are so self-centred————.
Part B—Composition : Marks—60
Suppose, you are a reporter of a reputed Daily. You have interviewed a number of common people recently about the price hike of day-to-day commodities. Now, write a report on your interview.
Write a short composition on the following. 15
World Cup Cricket in Bangladesh.
Write an application to the principal of your college seeking permission to arrange a voting camp for the selection of the Sundarbans as one of the seven wonders of the world. 10
Write a dialogue between two Mends about their future plan of studies. 10
Write a summary of the following passage:
Most men long for wealth. Wealth, they think, brings happiness. But often wealth brings a great deal of worry instead of much happiness, A millionaire is a very wealthy man indeed, but his great wealth is also a great responsibility. He may have large estates and factories. Estates and factories usually need a lot of attention. There may be disputes between the millionaire and his workers over one troube or another. These disputes may lead strike. In that case, the millionaire may lose a lot of money; or some gangsters may kidnap his child and demand thousands of pounds to return his child safe and sound. A very rich man, in spite of his great wealth, may not have an easy life.
Complete the following story with the cue :— 15
Once there lived a poor wood-cutter in a village. He was very honest. Every day he went to cut wood in the jungle. One day while cutting wood———–
COMILLA BOARD-2011
English Second Paper Part A—Grammar
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in correct tense. Use the negative if necessary: 1×5=5
walk get run | reach sit [buy open |
We (a)——— there before the gate (b)———. Then we (c) ——— some tickets and
entered the Zoo. While we (d)—–——, 1 saw my friend Mukul (e)——— towards us.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions: 1×5=5
The ceremony began (a)———- 2 pm. Our principal presided (b) ——— the function.
The function started (c)——— the recitation from the Holy Quran. One of our senior
teachers read (d)——~— the annual report. The Deputy Commissioner, the honourable
chief guest, delivered a brief speech. He advised the students to be regular in studies and take part in the movement (e)———- illiteracy
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed: ~xl0=5
(a)— honest boy is he who never tells a lie, He carries out (b)———– orders of his
parents. He has (c)———aim in life. He develops (d) ———attitude to serve his nation.
He is (e)——— active worker who upholds (f)——— interest of his nation above
everything. He thinks that he has (g)———role to play in all matters. We cordially expect
such (h)——- boy to change (i) -—– selfish motive of (j)—–people.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list: 1×5=5
otherwise
but
So
although
however
which
Accordingly
people are careless in this respect. People of this country have achieved national identity at
the cost of a great sacrifice (b) ———is still evaluated nationally (c)———- some selfish
people never want to give them recognition, (d) ———we all should do some benevolent
activities (e) ———we will be guilty to the nation.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):— 1×5=5
by means of; blue blood; dead against; end in smoke; nip in the bud; give away; take after.
Re-write the following in the reported speech:— 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.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in
brackets:— 1×5=5
a The birds that come to our country in winter are called migratory birds. (Make it simple) b In winter the weather is too cold for them to live in the north. (Make it complex) (c) They :”:nd a better shelter in Bangladesh, (Make it passive) (d) We must protect them. (Make it negative) (e) Migratory birds run faster than the dove. (Make it positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions:— 1×5=5
a) Let us have a discussion———?
b) Time and tide wait for none———-?
c) Many of us waste our time———?
d) None could prosper in life without utilizing time———?
ej Every body should realize this truth ——–?
Complete the following sentences:— 1×5=5
la) No sooner had he reached the station———.
(b) She ran fast lest——–.
(c) He could not avail———.
(d) I prevented him———.
(e) All should do something to———-.
Fart B—Composition : Marks-60
Suppose you are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Write a report on “A village fair” you have recently visited. 10
Write a short composition on “The uses and abuses of satellite channels’*. 15
Write an application to the principal of your college seeking permission to go on a study tour. (Use imaginary name and address) 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the causes of road accidents in our country. 10
Complete the following story with the clue:— 15
Once there was a thirsty crow. It flew to and fro in search of water. But it found water no where. So it became helpless. All on a sudden it saw a jar—————————
RAJSHAHI BOARD-2011
English Second Paper
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
waste, suffer, envelop, educate, do, study, be
It is high time you (a)_for the Test Exam. You (b)_much time wandering aimlessly and doing meaningless jobs. Don’t you know that your parents and relatives highly expect you to (c)_? But if you are not serious right from now, you (d)_ in the long run. Besides, your future (e)_in darkness
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions: 1×5=5
Madhu Mela at Sagardanri arranged on the occasion of Bengali epic poet Michael Madhusudan Dutt’s 182nd Birth Anniversary started (a)_January 24, 2006. The Mela was duly observed gorgeously along (b)_a number of daily programmes (c) _ the week. Seminars and symposiums were held (d)_the poet’s life and literary works and his contribution (e)_Bengali literature as well as to the world literature.
Use articles in the following passage where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed : .5×10=5
There was (a)_idle man who inherited vast property from his father. He did not like physical labour. As (b) _ _ result, he became very fat and could not move from one place to another. He called in (c)_European doctor, (d)_doctor was very intelligent. He did not prescribe any medicine for (e)_man. He advised him to buy (f)_heavy club and move it in (g) __ air till he got (h)_tired. Following the advice of the doctor, he became (i)_thin from (j)_obese man.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases/idioms (any five) : 1 x5=5
adhere to, beyond doubt, dead language, ups and downs, a maiden speech, as far as, make up.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech : 1×5=5
“I came here yesterday from my village”, he said. “Why did you come?” I asked. “My mother sent me to you with this letter.” “How is your mother? I have not seen her for a long time. I hope she is quite well.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in the brackets : 1×5=5
(a) Water, a vital element of environment, is polluted in different ways. (complex) People pollute water by throwing waste into it. Fanners use chemicals, fertilizers and insecticides in the fields. (b) When rain and flood wash away some of these chemicals, they get mixed with water. (simple) (c) Mills and factories also pollute water. (passive) (d) Water vehicles pollute rivers by dumping oil, food waste and human waste into them. (compound) (e) Thus water is contaminated by various kinds of waste and filth. (Active)
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) AIDS is a fatal disease which_
(b) It is such a disease that_
(c) The first AIDS patient was a man who_
(d) The doctors suggest that __________
(e) The doctors suggest that_
(f) There is no further remedy that__
Fill in the blanks with tag question : 1×5=5
(a) Let us have a discussion,_?
(b) Do not forget me,_?
(c) The weather was fine yesterday,__?
(d) Our college won the match,_?
(e) He does not take sugar in tea,_?
Part B-Composition (Marks-60)
Write a paragraph on “Internet” by answering the questions below : 10
(a) What do you understand by internet?
(b) How does it work?
(c) What is the importance of internet?
(d) Is it widespread throughout the country?
(e) Why are the people all over Bangladesh deprived of the benefit of internet?
Write a short composition on “Deforestation and its effect on the Environment”. 15
Complete the story following the cue : 15
Once a school boy named Sumon was going home after completing his classes. When he was crossing the road, he saw an old woman lying on the road. She was senseless. There was nobody to help her
Write a dialogue between two H.S.C candidates about load-shedding. 10
Or, Write a Summary of the following passage :
An intellectual is one who is an enlightened person. He has to give light to others who are in need of it. In every society we find intellectuals, such as, philosophers, scientists, scholars, writers and critics; and they as enlightened men, have a great responsibility towards society. In a society all cannot be intellectuals. If a time comes when all are intellectuals, it would be blessed time indeed; but at present, at any rate, all are not intellectuals and those who are intellectuals have the great responsibility of guiding others on to the right path. If today we have our civilization and culture, if we have order and security in life and if our life is better than that of our primitive ancestors, it is because the intellectuals who from time to time have been guiding humanity on the path of felicity and amity. An intellectual should come out of his ivory tower and try to elevate others to his level. This is the theme of Tennyson’s famous poem “The Palace of Art”. An intellectual has the duty of seeing the truth and teaching it to others. An intellectual contemplates on the eternal laws of the universe to explore the truth. The perception of the truth is almost the same as the perception of beauty and the duty of an intellectual is to see this truth or beauty and to reveal it to others.
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
JESSORE BOARD-2011
English Second Paper
Time-3 hours Full marks-100
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
see
lean
blow
want
Cast
screen
lower
Robert Frost (a)_any severance of his ties with nature. Even when the window sash (b) _at night and the tree (c)_from his view he (d)_ a shadow outline of the tree which (e) _ a more profound influence over him than the rustling of leaves.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions : 1×5=5
Dear Sejuti
Here goes the story of an explorer which you have wanted to know from me. In 1955 he led an expedition to Eastern Island, a tiny speck of land (a)_2000 miles (b) _ the Western coast of Chile. Here he found stone statues, some weighing (c) _ _ fifty tons, relics of very early civilization. How could a primitive people have carried them? How could they have stood them (d)_? But the mysteries of Eastern Island went far (e)_its statues. My next letter will follow the last part of the story.
With best love
Kiran
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed :.5×10=5
“Under the Greenwood Tree” is (a)_song derived from “As Your Like It,” (b) _ comedy by Shakespeare. In this song (c)_writer’s love of nature has found (d)_ eloquent expression, as has, as (e) _ undertone, his deep concern for (f) limitations of (g)_human society. In the forest (h)_only enemy of man is bitter winter and rough weather. Nature has no particular enmity towards man and it treats undoubtedly (e)_great asset of (f)_country. But when (g) _ __ country fails to feed and provide them with (h) _ _ suitable jobs, they become (i) _ burden. Similar is (j)_case with Bangladesh.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the box : 1×5=5
Most of our students cannot write out their examination papers fairly, (a)__they cannot understand the questions properly, they often beat about the bushes and cram their answers with irrelevant and unnecessary details, (b)__their teachers suggest (c) _their answers should be brief and precise, they often lengthen those unnecessarily, (d)_get expected marks, a student should answer the questions to the point. He should not worry (e)__some of his answers are fairly short.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms: 1×5=5 of one’s own accord, keep body and soul together, in the least, on the instant, beyond one’s means, cut out, a bone of contention, lean against.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech : 5 “Have you cut your hair off?” asked Jim. “Cut it off and sold it,” said Delia. “Don’t you like me just as well, anyhow? I’m me without my hair, am’t I ?”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :
1×5=5
(a) But at last God took pity on him. (Make it negative without changing the meaning), (b) One day the old sailor was watching the water snakes swimming round the ship. (Make it passive) Their colours were very beautiful and (c) he was filled with a strange wonder. (Make it active) Then he felt a great love for them and blessed them from his heart, (d) At once the dead albatross fell from his neck into the sea and the old man fell into a deep sleep. (Make it complex) (e) When he woke up, it was raining. (Make it simple)
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) United we stand,_.
(b)_know this wise saying?
(c) Unless you are united, you_.
(d) The story of the old man and his sons teaches us_.
It is high time we__.
Fill in the gaps with suitable words from the list:_.5×10=10
9.Almost twelve years ago the population of the world was only 1.7 billion. Now it is (a)_5.7 billion. Statistics say that world population (b)__at the rate of nearly 100 million people a year. Sociologists say (c)_with the passage of time there will not be enough food and shelter for all, let (d)_education. But we believe that (e) _means development and development is not possible (f) _education. Education is the (g)_of development. Education perhaps has to be (h)_. It is not only getting (i)_from schools, colleges and universities but something more, something deeper, something more lasting, more (j)_.
Part B—Composition (Marks 60)
A huge number of students fail in English every year in public examinations despite studying it as a compulsory subject from class I to Honours level. Now prepare a report focusing on different causes of their failures in English for a daily newspaper. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following : 15
(a) The Value of Time; (b) Students and Social Service.
Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him/her not to allow any student or teacher to use cell phone in the classroom or in the examination hall. 10
Student politics has been a common affair to cause campus violence which is contributing much to the session jam. Now prepare a dialogue between you and your friend highlighting the bad effects of student politics. 10
Complete the following story using the cue given below : 15 Last year we had a tour to the Sunderbans. It was just 3:15 when we reached Katka. Under a forest guide and a coast guard we started going down to the deep forest. I was so beguiled with the wonderful green of the Sunderbans that even I failed got to follow our teammates. But when I came into sense,……………….
CHITTAGONG BOARD-2011
English Second Paper
Time-3 hours Full marks-100
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
dare
desire
attain
be
may
should
assist
Everyone (a) _ success in life but very few can (b) _ it. One of the main reasons for his failure is that many people (c)_take risks. We must remember that life (d)_not a bed of roses. It is full of troubles and problems. We (e)_face them with courage.
2.Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions : 1×5=5
out
With
beyond
of
in
to
For
I was there (a)_autumn. I wanted quiet isolation to do some troublesome writing. I wanted mountain air to blow (b)_malaria. I was homesick, too, (c)_the flaming of maples and for corn shocks, pumpkins and black walnut trees. I found them all living in a cabin that belonged (d)_the orphanage. There I became acquainted (e) _a boy named Jerry.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross mark (x) where an article is not needed
.5×10=5
At present Bangladesh faces (a) _ number of (b) _ problems. Of all these problems (c) _ population problem is (d) _ most acute one. Population is undoubtedly (e)__great asset of (f)_country. But when (g)_country fails to feed and provide them with (h) _ suitable jobs, they become (i) _ burden. Similar is (j)_case with Bangladesh.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the box : 1×5=5
Most of our students cannot write out their examination papers fairly, (a)_they cannot understand the questions properly, they often beat about the bushes and cram their answers with irrelevant and unnecessary details, (b)_their teachers suggest (c) _their answers should be brief and precise, they often lengthen those unnecessarily, (d)_get expected marks, a student should answer the questions to the point. He should not worry (e)_some of his answers are fairly short.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms (any five) :
1×5=5
At length; catch sight of; apple of one’s eye; get by heart; big guns; come round; a man of letters.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech : 5
Once I asked a little girl, “What’s your mother’s name?”
“I know my mother’s name but I won’t tell you that. I never tell my mother’s name to anybody whom I don’t know.” I said, “How clever you are!”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed:
1×5=5
(a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (Exclamatory) (b) People of all ages enjoy this game. (Passive) (c) At present cricket is the most popular game in our country. (Positive) (d) Bangladesh is one of the weakest test playing countries. (Comparative) So most of the people do not like watching test cricket, (e) They are fond of watching “twenty-twenty” cricket. (Interrogative)
Fill in the gaps with appropriate tag questions : 1×5=5
(a) Health is wealth,_? (b) A sick rich man is not happier than a healthy poor
man,_? (c) An unhealthy man cannot prosper in life,_? (d) Nobody pays him
due respect,_? (e) We must take care of our health,_?
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) Arif studies attentively so that_
(b) Hardly had the leader finished his speech_
(c) I walked fast lest_
(d) A fish market is the place where people go_
(e) It is disappointing to note that the price of_
Part-B : Composition (mark 60)
Write a paragraph on “Your Favourite Teacher” by answering the following questions 1×5=5
(a) Who is your favourite teacher?
(b) Why do you like him most?
(c) What differences do you find between his teaching methodology and that of others?
(d) How does he motivate his students in his classroom?
(e) Do you wish to be a teacher like him?
Write a short composition on the uses and abuses of television. 15
Write an application to the principal of Khulna College for organising a literary club in the college.
Suppose you want to buy some-books. Now write a dialogue between you and the book-seller. 10 Or, Write a summary of the following passage.
The process of learning may well be compared to the undertaking of a journey. The learner or student is a journey taker or traveller. Just as a traveller has to undergo all the botherations of buying his ticket, booking his baggage, showing up his ticket, taking care of things, boarding a train or a bus and facing unexpected problems during the journey. So, a learner, too, has to manage his learning affair himself. It is a laborious process and no one can do the labour for him. There is no trick or magic in it. It cannot be acquired at second hand just as a traveller can enquire here and there in case of doubt or difficulty, so can a learner take help or advice from guides or teachers whenever he is in difficulty. However, the journey is the passenger’s own concern. In the same Way, learning is entirely the concern of the student or the learner.
Complete the following story with the cue below : 15
Once upon a time, there was a king in England. He had three daughters. One day, he made up his mind to divide his kingdom among them. So he called them in the court and asked each of them how much they loved him…………..
SYLHET BOARD-2011
English (Compulsory) Time-3 hours
Second Paper
Full marks-100
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
drop
fall
find
fly
carry
advise
show
The poor farmer (a)_a purse of gold, which (b)_by a passer-by. He (c) _ it
home and (d)_it to his wife who (e)__him to use it.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions : 1×5=5
Dear Ruma
I have just heard (a)_your brother that you have been ill (b)_ the hospital (c) _the last two weeks. I am very sorry, I should have written (d)_time. I. hope you will come (e)_soon.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed: .5×10=5
I live in (a)_Jigatola near (b)_Rifles Square. When I was (c) _ _ student of (d)_University of Dhaka, I stayed at Wari in (e)_old Dhaka. Actually, it was in (f)_Bonogram Lane that originates from (g)_BCC Road which is a branch of (h)_Renkin Street, (i)_Bangabhaban and (j)_ Baldha Garden are adjacent
to this area.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) : 1×5=5
out and out; beggar description; every nook and cranny; in full swing; give away; put down; kick off.
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words : 1×5=5
(a)_Bangladesh is a small country, she has a huge population. Most people live here below the poverty line (b) _ _ they can not afford to educate their children, (c) _ , many poor children drop either out of school after just a few years (d)_ simply do not go to school at all. (e)_this situation, we have far too many students to educate.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech : 5
“Will you come to my house tomorrow?” I asked the boy. “We can discuss terms and conditions then,” I said. “I shall be very happy to meet you at your house. Thank you so much,” he replied.
Fill in the blanks with tag question : 1×5=5
(a) His name was Jerry,_?
(b) They waste their valuable time,_?
(c) Every one knows this,_?
(d) He can never help people of the society,_?
(e) Everybody dislikes him,_?
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) Walk fast lest_.
(b) It is high time_.
(c) Modem husbands are_.
(d) For good health_.
(e) If I help him in danger_.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :
1×5=5
(a) The National Memorial, which is situated at Savar, is a symbol of the nation’s respect. (Simple) (b) Standing in front of the graves, we bow down our heads. (Compound) (c) The towers symbolize the loftiness of the spirit of the martyred freedom fighters. (Interrogative) (d) We always remember their memories. (Negative) (e) Everyday many people go to visit it. (Interrogative)
Part B—Composition (Marks-60)
You are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Make a report on the rising prices of essential commodities. 10
Write a short composition on any one of the following. 15
(a) Drug Addiction; (b) Students and Social service; (c) Benefits of Reading Newspaper.
Write an application to the Principal of your college for a study tour. 10
You have met your friend just after the HSC Examination results. Write a dialogue between you and your friend about admission in a university. 10
Complete the following story with the clue : 15
Once there was a very powerful man in a city. He had everything at his disposal. He always boasted of his money and power. There lived another man in the same city who had neither power nor money, but what he had was immense love from the commoners who used do call him a saint, a great lover of man. There began a rivalry between these two over a simple thing……………….
BARISHAL BOARD-2011
English (Compulsory)
Second Paper
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct
tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
try
make
be
think
ponder
abide
indulge
mend
We often see young people (a)_in pompous ways of life. They (b)_by the advice of the seniors, not even of their guardians. Even they (c)_to realize the negative aspects of it. Pompous life (d) _ them gradually derailed. When they realize the consequence on their lives, they often find it quite impossible to (e)_ the damages.
Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions. 1×5=5
You must have come across the name of Leo Tolstoy, a great writer in world literature. No novelist stands parallel (a) _ _ him. All his novels and short stories convey a message. His purpose of writing was the purification of human mind and soul (b)__all kinds of evils and misjudgements. His heroes suffer (c) _ _ inner conflict, pass (d)_ups and downs of life and struggle (e)_deprivation caused
by feudal and bourgeois society.
Use articles where necessary. Put cross (x) where an article is not needed :.5×10=5
We live on (a)_ground floor of (b)_old house on (c)_river Kirtankhola. We are very much afraid of (d) _ _ burglars and always lock up (e)_house very carefully before we go to (f) _bed. We also take (g)__ precaution of looking under (h)_bed to see if (i)_burglar is hiding there. We know modern burglars do not hide under beds, but we go on looking just (j)_same.
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words from the list below : 1×5=5
likewise
until
whenever
however
consequently
otherwise
on the contrary
Aloka is a very sincere student, (a)_she gets time, she sits to study. She does well
in her college tests, (b)_she does not forget to take physical exercise, (c) _ _ her
sister Anika is very inattentive to her studies, (d)_ she cannot do well in her
school tests. One day her father called her and said, “You should be attentive to study (e) __ __ you won’t be able to shine in life.”
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five) :
1×5=5
hue and cry; of one’s own accord; then and there, far-fetched; hanker after; black and blue; ask for.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech : 5
“Could 1 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.
Form tag questions for the following: 1×5=5
(a) You must have heard the name of Jalaluddin Rumi,_?
(b) He achieved fame as a spiritual leader,_?
(c) He was also renowned as a mystic poet,_?
(d) Thousands of people admired him in his life time,_?
(e) Still today millions of people all over the world find pleasure in his poetic works,
?
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) We work hard so that,_
(b) There is nobody who,_
(c) As he is devoted to studies,_
(d) He left the place after,_
(e) As soon as the police came,
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :
1×5=5
(a) Very few insects are as busy as a bee. (Make it comparative) It is known as an industrious creature, (b) It only lives in a hive. (Make it negative) (c) It flies from flower to flower to collect honey. (Make it compound) (d) Collected honey is stored in the hive. (Make it active) (e) In winter, it remains idle, but works hard in spring. (Make it complex)
Suppose you are a reporter of a national daily. You have recently visited the area affected by the erosion of the Meghna. Now, write a report on the miseries of the people living in the area.
Write a short composition on “Rivers of Bangladesh15
Write an application to the Principal of your college requesting him to improve the facilities in the college library. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the recent success of the Bangladesh Cricket Team in international cricket. 10
Complete the given story following the cue : 15 One day in the evening two friends were passing through a jungle. They were very intimate friends. There lived many wild beasts in the jungle. After walking for sometimes they saw a bear coming…………..
DINAJPUR BOARD-2011
English (Compulsory) Time-3 hours Second Paper Full marks-100
Part-A
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
be reach work come confine dominate succeed
Today women play an important role in all spheres of life. Once they were (a) _ by men. They (b)__no longer (c)__within the four walls. They have (d)_out of kitchens and are (e)_hand in hand with man.
Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions : 1X5=5
I worked hard for my HSC examination. My effort did not end (a)__smoke. I succeeded (b)_the examination. My parents were glad (c) _ _ my success. They congratulated me (d) _my brilliant results. I also owe (e) _ _ my parents and teachers.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed :.5×10=5
You must have heard (a)_name of Kazi Nazrul Islam. He is our national poet. He is known as (b)_rebel poet. He was born in (c)_poor family. He passed his boyhood in great hardship. When (d) _ _ First World War .broke out, he joined (e) _army. After (f)_war, he began to write poems. He wrote specially for (g) _ oppressed and down trodden people. He is called (h) _ Shelley of Bengali literature. His poems and songs inspired (i) _ Bangalees in (j) _ War of liberation.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list: 1×5=5
either
if
also
or
as
moreover
and
English gives us easy access to the ever-expanding knowledge of science and technology, arts and education, innovations and discoveries (a) _ all the hooks, journals, reports, researchings are available in English, (b)_any important books, news etc. are (c)__written in English (d)_translated into English immediately after they are published in other language. You easily learn about them (e)__ you have acquired the reading power in English.
Re-write the following in the reported speech : 5
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 can spend the night?” the boy said. “I do not want to stay here, but I want a meal” the stranger replied. The boy said,” Follow me.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :
1×5=5
Stephen Hawking was horn in 1942. He was born in an educated family, (a) He is considered the greatest physicist after Einstein. (Active) (b) In 1979 he joined Cambridge University, (complex) (c) When he was thirty two years old, he received the prestigious Albert Einstein award, (simple) (d) He wrote a book explaining cosmology for general public, (compound) (e) He is one of the greatest scientists in the present world, (positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions : 1×5=5
You are not resigning from your job, (a)___?
: No, not yet, Unless 1 get another job I can’t (b)_?
: Of course not. Well, you can use a computer, (c)_?
: And you do not mind working in a friend’s firm, (d)_?
: Well if I offer you a job in my office, you won’t refuse it, (e)_?
Complete the following sentences : 1×5=5
(a) I don’t like people who_.
(b) Do you know where__.
(c) It was long since_.
(d) You will not prosper unless_.
(e) Had I been proposed to go_.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five) :1×5=5
null and void; take after; maiden speech; in lieu of; for good; at a stretch; bad blood.
Part B—Composition (Marks-60)
Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily newspaper. You have witnessed a terrible road accident. Now, write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition on Female Education in Bangladesh. 15
Make a dialogue between a father and a son about the future course of son’s study.
Suppose, you are a student of XII class of R Cadet College. Write an application to your principal for setting up a Computer Club in your college. 10
Complete the story with the following clue: 15
Once there lived a wood cutter. He was very poor but honest. He lived on the bank of a river near a forest. He used to cut wood………………..
DHAKA BOARD20I0
English Second Paper
[The figures in the right margin indicate full mark.]
Part A — Grammar : Marks -40
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense.
Use the negatives where necessary 1×5=5
need
learn
go
do
modify
revise
design
Communicative competence in English Is urgently (a)———-in our country. The present world (b)———-fast and developing by leaps and bounds. In order to keep pace with the present world, we cannot help (c)———English, but the present system of teaching and learning English is not up to the mark. The textbooks (d)——— for the classes XI—XII have to (e) ———- and made updated.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions : 1×5=5
My dear Mini,
Happy to know your brilliant success (a) ——-— medical profession. Always remember that man is the noblest creation (b) ———Allah, and his greatness lies in selfless service (c) —humanity as well as in doing something great and noble (d)——— human-beings irrespective of caste, creed and colour. Waiting to hear again (e) ———–you.
Your well-wisher.
Raihan.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) mark where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
(a) ————— Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. It is (b) ———simple exercise and good for health and (c)———–mentality. In the morning, (d) ———- air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution. This pure (e) –— environment makes an effect on (i)———–walkers’ health and mind, when (g)——-— man enjoys (h)—— – beauties and solemnity of (i) ———nature in (j)———– morning.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms, (any five) 1×5-5
jump at an offer, die out, at length, far and near; golden age, bring to book, at stake
Re-write the following passage in the reported speech. 1×5=5
Where are you going?” said the merchant. “I was coming to see you”. “What do you want?” To earn my bread by the labour of my hands.” “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.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
Raju is a good boy. (a) I do not know his father’s name. (complex) (b) But I know the place where he was born, (simple) He is an active man. (c) Though he is poor, he is honest, (compound) (d) He is the best player, (negative) (e) What a simple life he leads! (assertive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions : 1×5=5
(a) Every student wants to do well in the examination,———–?
(b) But it is not an easy task,———–?
(c) A student should read the texts again and again,——-———?
(d) He must not memorise the answer without knowing the meaning,————-?
(e) He can render social services,—————–?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) You cannot find others to love you unless
(b) It is love that
(c) Love is divine which— ,
(d) Your friends cannot help loving you if…….—.
(e) If you are not loved, it is a good evidence that————-—-.
Part-B : Composition : Marks – 60
Suppose, an award-giving ceremony to the meritorious students of your college was held in your college auditorium a few day ago. Now, write a report regarding it. 10
Write a composition on “Modern Technology” and “Globalisation”. 15
Write an application to your Union Council Chairman for construction of a bridge over a canal which runs through your village. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends on the choice of career. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage :
Presentation is of very importance in good writing. Your opening paragraph should arrest the reader’s attention and show him what you are writing about and why. if you are going to give the readers some information, tell them what subject you are going to deal with, it you are going to argue in support of a particular point of view, say what this point of view is. There is no harm in startling the reader in this first paragraph by putting forward a new and apparently paradoxical point of view, provided you have convincing ideas to support it in the rest of what you write.
The main body of your piece of writing should collect together and present the ideas promised in the first paragraph, or give good arguments to support the view put forward there. You should come to the point at once, say what you promised to say, avoiding irrelevant material, and then finish.
Your last paragraph or sentence should bring what you have written to a neat, satisfying end, leaving the reader with a clear idea of what you have been saying.
Read the following story. The story is not complete. Use imagination to complete it and give a title to it. 15
Rahela is a village girl of a Muslim family. She is waiting for HSC results. She dreams to read in a university after the end of her HSC examination. She would be a teacher and will take care of the young students. She is also anxious of her conservative parents. They think otherwise. Educating a daughter is more waste of and money —————–
COMILLA BOARD 2010
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks-40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense
Use the negative where necessary : 1×5=5
be fight regain brood | try inspire | help
Robert Bruce was the king of Scotland. Once he (a) ———- with the British forces and lost his kingdom to England. He fought several times with the British forces to (b)————his country but failed. One day, he sat in a lonely cave (c)——– over his sad lot, Suddenly he caught sight of a spider. It was (d)——-—to reach the ceiling. But each time it tried, it dropped. After six attempts it became successful. This perseverance of the spider (e)———— Bruce to fight again with the British and this time he was able to free his country from the enemy.
Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions : 1×5=5
One day some boys were playing by a pond. All (a) —–— a sudden, they saw some frogs were swimming in it. They started throwing stones (b)——— them. Two or three frogs died (c) ———–it. One senior frog holding its head (d)———– said, “Please stop this cruel act of yours.” The boys said, “We are playing a game. We will not stop.” “What is a game for you is a cause of death (e)——-—us”, said the frog.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed : .5×10=5
It is (a)————known fact that English is (b)————-international language. (c).—— language used by international community is important. Statistics show that 350 million people speak English as (d)—–—— first language and another 300 million use it as (e)———— second, language. It is (f)——-official language in more than 60 countries of the world. Once it was also (g)————official language of our country. Most of (h)———– books of science and technology are written in English, So (i)———– importance of learning English beggars description. It is (j)———must.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list; 1×5=5
because of healthy also later at the age fever but
Hellen Keller was born in 1880 at Tashcambia in America. She was born as a (a)———- and normal child (b)———–lost her eyesight later, (c) ——of one and a half she was attacked by brain (d)————. This disease took away her power of seeing. She (e)——— —lost her power of hearing.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):- 1×5=5
ins and puts ; go through ; instead of; above all ; for good ; to catch sight of; to give up; by
all means.
Re-write the following in the reported speech :— 5
“May I come in, sir?” A boy standing at the door said to him. Then without waiting for his reply the boy entered the room and said, “Sir, I have come from Palashpur with a letter from
Mr. Ajit Bose.” “Ajit Bose? How is he?’ he said smiling. “He is not well. He has been suffering from a serious illness for two years,” the boy said. “How sad it is! May God cure him” he said.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed : 1×5=5
(a) Long long ago there was a king who was very wise. (Make it simple) (b) People called him wise Solomon. (Make it passive) (c) Actually, at that time he was the wisest of all. (Make it comparative) (d) There was another ruler also named queen of Sheba. (Make it compound) (e) One day she thought wisdom should not remain untested. (Make it complex)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions : 1×5=5
(a) Certainly you will go there,————-?
(b) I know you have not hidden my pen, —————?
(c) A boy like you should not do this,—————?
(d) The earth is round, ———–?
(e) Let us go for a walk,—— ?
Complete the following sentences : — 1×5=5
(a) He has a lot of money but—–
(b) My father gave me taka 500 so that
(c) She has been suffering from fever for
(d) Though it rained yesterday————.
(e) The train had left the station before——.
Part B — Composition : Marks- -60
You are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Write a report on a road accident you have
witnessed. 10
11* Write a short composition on the dangers of drug addiction. 15
Write an application to the principal of your college seeking permission to stage a drama in the college auditorium. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends about the importance of tree plantation. 10
Complete the following story with the clue :- 15 Once there lived a poor man in a village. He had a peculiar goose which laid a golden egg everyday. The poor man earned his livelihood by—————
RAJSHAHI BOARD-2010
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list, Put them in the correct tense.
Use the negatives where necessary : 1×5=5
suffer
render
kill
come
bring
have
try
In the spring of 1945, the Second World War (a) ——— to an end. The war had (b)——–
great misery to the whole world. Millions of people (c) ——– -and wounded, They
included men, women and children. Millions of people (d)——— homeless and (e) ——from poverty, hunger and disease,
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions : 1×5=5
Dear Preety,
I received from you another e-mail saying that you will pass (a) ——Dhaka next week.
In your letter you wished that you would like to have a chat (b) ——— me about your
course of study. You also mentioned that your time is very limited and the only free day you
have is (c) ——-…..the next Friday. You planned to spend the morning at Banani and
requested me to give a little luncheon (d) — my residence in the noon. I agree (e)———
-your plan. Thanks.
Your Uncle,
Tahsin.
Use articles in the following passage where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article
is not needed :— .5xl0=5
Though newspaper is not always (a)———— unmixed blessing, it is (b) —————-most
useful thing in our life. We rarely think of (c) ————-day without reading (d) ———-,
newspaper. Reading newspaper is one of (e) —-——good habits of a man. We shall be like (f)———— frog in a dark well if we neglect developing this habit. However, some people prefer (g)————electronic media to reading (h) ——————- newspaper. But (i) ————newspaper offers more to its readers than (j)—————electronic media.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases/idioms (any five).— 1×5=5
For the sake of; storm in a tea-pot; in cold blood; look forward to; heart and soul; keep pace with; look down upon.
Re-write the following passage in the reported speech :— 5
A hawker said. “Will you buy any paper? I have all types of Newspapers and Magazines. Please take one from me.” “I buy books but now 1 need a weekly. Don’t you have any Weekly Magazine?” said Sushmita.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in the
brackets 1×5=5
(a) Once a cook roasted a duck for his master. (passive) (b) The roast looked so delicious that the cook could not resist the temptation. (simple). He ate one of the drumsticks, (c) When his master sat down to eat he quickly noticed the missing drumstick. (compound) (d) The master enquired of the missing leg. (interrogative) (e) But the cook told him that this duck had only one leg. (negative)
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) Walk fast lest————-.
(b) Our students are so meritorious———
(c) Scarcely had the teacher gone out of the room————.
(d) If I knew his mobile number————.
(e) It is time we ——.
Fill in the blanks with tag question : 1×5=5
(a) Hamidur Rahman gave the shape to the Shaheed Minar, ————–?
(b) He combined in it the Bengalee aspirations,————- ?
(c) He was the pioneer of the new painting movement,————-?
(d) People admire him for his outstanding design of the Central Shaheed Minar, ———?
(e) We should never forget him,—————–?
Part B—Composition : Marks—60
Write a paragraph on “Your College Library” by answering the questions below:— 10
(a) What do you mean by a college library? (b) Where is it housed? (c) What is the necessity of a college library? (d) What kind of books are found in a college library? (e) W7hat is your
feeling about your college library?
Write a short composition on “The Common Fruits of Bangladesh”.
Complete the story following cue 15
Once upon a time two friends went on a journey. They had to go through a forest, As they came through the wood, they saw a bag lying on the ground———
12, Write a dialogue between Rizwan and Minhaj about their plan of studies after H.S.C. examination is over. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage :—
Co-operation means working together for the benefit of all. Without co-operation modern society can not exist. Co-operation has been seen at its best among farmers in the dry regions of some parts of Australia and America. The fields have been irrigated in these regions, Crops cannot be grown without water. W7ater cannot be brought to the fields without streams being tapped higher up. For this purpose canals and dams have been built. The canals have been cut through the fields of more than one farmer. Those who live higher up the valley than the others have allowed canals to be built through their land in order to carry water to the fields of farmers lower down. In times of drought all are able to share the water. Instead, of taking all water for themselves the farmers on the higher land leave enough for their neighbours down the valley. Farming in dry areas has been made possible by such co-operation. By co-operation farmers have learned to make even the desert produce crops.
Write an application to the principal of Model College, Barisal for increasing facilities
in the common room. 10
JESSORE BOARD- 2010
English Second Paper
Part – A: Grammar
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the following letter with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct
tenses. Use negatives where necessary :
do
have
imagine
learn
go
be
Dear Farah,
It seems hard to believe that I (a)———– in Savar for a whole month now ! I promised to write and tell you how I was going on so here (b)———-! When I first got here, I just (c) — used to the slow pace of life ! Now, though, I (d)———to take things easy and I’m beginning to really feel at home. You can’t (e)———-how beautiful the University campus is. It’s very large, very green, and probably the best campus in the country. It is simply wonderful. It’s all up today.
Preen,
Read the following passage and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions : 1×5=5
It was the middle (a)———- April. The afternoon sun shone brightly (b) ——–the village
Ravel ope. The air was fresh and warm. The villagers were (c)——– of their cottages. They
were in the park enjoying the sunny spring afternoon. A man walked (d)———– the park.
He was lean and thin and had a pale face. He had a bag hung (e) ——his shoulder.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
Once you have completed (a)———-initial diagnosis of your students, you are faced with selecting subject-matter appropriate to their (b)———-interests, abilities, and personal – social adjustment as well as to your own teaching objectives. Frequently, (c) ————– selection and planning of content are not seen as integral (d)———-parts of (e) ———- evaluation process, (f) ———– techniques you select to evaluate how well you and your students have achieved your objectives are inextricably bound to (g)———– subject-matter used to teach these objectives. In (h) ———-sense, you must evaluate (i)——— subject-matter itself to (j) ———-determine if it is appropriate for your objectives.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms (any five). 1×5=5
Make up one’s mind: As well as; Beggar description; Once in a blue moon; Hue and cry; At random; For good.
Rewrite the following in the indirect speech : 1×5=5
“You look a little bit like my mother,” he said, “especially in the dark by the fire,” “But you were only four Jerry, when you came here. You have remembered how she looked all these years?” “My mother lives in Mannville,” he said.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in
brackets:— 1×5-5
it was a hot summer day. (a) A cunning fox was passing through a forest, (complex) (b) The fox was thirsty and was looking for water. (simple) (c) It could not find any source of water, (passive) (d) He felt very helpless. (interrogative). Suddenly he found a pitcher of water. (e) It seemed to the fox that it was the happiest animal in the world. (comparative)
Fill in the blanks with appropriate tag questions :- 1×5=5
(a) Lei’s have a walk outside the farm,———-?
(b) I’m in the habit of walking every morning,———–?
(c) Morning entertains us with fresh air, ———-?
(d) No one should miss this opportunity, ———–?
(e) Have a try to form this habit of morning walk, ———-?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) A graveyard is a place where ————– .
(b) I am not sure whether———- .
(c) The old man is walking carefully lest
(d) Do you mind if-———?
(e) Unless you work hard———–.
Complete the following passage with suitable words. 1×5=5
There was a violent clash in the university (a) ———–yesterday between two (b) ———- groups of students. The clash began (c) ———half-past ten in the morning (d) ———- one group was chanting (e)———-against the other. Suddenly one group chased their (f) — ———from behind. But instead of (g) ———-away, the second group launched a counter (h) ———-. The campus turned into a battle field. One student v/as stabbed to (i) ———– and many others were seriously injured. At last the police came, arrested some of the students and brought the (j)——-under control.
Part B—Composition : Marks 60
The results of HSC examination of this year have just come out. Now prepare an elaborate report on it for the daily you are working for. 10
Write a short composition on ‘The Rivers of Bangladesh.” 15
Write an application to the Principal of Natore College asking permission to participate In the Relief Fund Raising Programme for the SIDR-hit people of the southern part of Bangladesh. 10
Write a summary of the following passage : 10
The prisoner went to bed, but could not get any sleep. He lay awake the whole night. The images of his past life came to his mind one after another. He saw before his eyes his wife, as if alive, asking him not to go to the fair. He heard her speak and laugh. He saw his two children. He saw himself – how merry and free from care he had been before he was arrested. Then came to his mind the pictures of his twenty six years’ prison life, how he was flogged, how he was chained, how the people stood around enjoying his sufferings. He felt so wretched that he thought of killing himself.
Complete the following story with the cue below :- 15
When I was five my father took me to a school quite far away from our home. There I followed my father to a room where I saw a big bald headed man. Ho looked pleased to see my father but I got frightened when————-
SYLHET BOARD-2010
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the box and put them in correct tenses. Use negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
find
look
feel
hear
be
return
send
Gafur was sitting thoughtfully on the veranda. Mahesh (a) ———– anywhere since
yesterday. Gafur was very weak again. So Amina (b)———– in search of him since
morning. She (cj———-home at about sun-set and said, “You (d)—–— father? Manik
Ghosh’s men (e)———-Mahesh to the police station.”
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5-5
Dear Runu,
How are you? Well, I hope you’re OK. And working hard, as usual. Can I ask (a) ———-a favour? I will be in Dhaka for a week (b)————–your Aunties’ medical check-up. Can you put me (c) ————– ? We will turn (d) –—-— just two days after. I look forward (e) ———–hearing from you soon.
Love to kids. Best wishes
Uncle Tahiti
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed : .5xl0=5
Providing enough energy to meet (a) ————ever-increasing demand is one of (b)————
-gravest problems (c)—world is now facing. Energy is (d)———— key to (e) ——–industrialized economy, which calls for (f)———– doubling of electrical output every ten to twelve years. Meanwhile (g) ———– days of cheap abundant and environmentally acceptable power may be coming to (h)———end. Coal is plentiful but polluting, natural gas is (i)———–scarce, oil is not found everywhere. Nuclear power now appears (j)————-costly and risky.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words :— 1×5-5
These two girls are from a village. They look malnourished. Their parents, landless (a)——
—-jobless, had to migrate to the city just to make a living, (b) ———— they have found a
shelter in a slum. The male members of their family are either rickshaw-pullers or day-labourers or do some small business. The female members work as part-time or full-time
housemaids in the neighbourhood. These girls do not go to school, or (c)———— they do,
they go to an underprivileged children’s school or a non-formal education centre. They have
to earn something to supplement the family income before (d)———–after school. They
do not know (e)———– they will do in future.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech :-— 5 “I’ll pay for it,” he said. “I broke it, I brought the exe down careless,”But no one hits accurately every time, Jerry. Moreover, the fault was in the wood of the handle. I’ll see the man who I have bought it from.” I told him.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :—1×5-5
(a) Health is wealth. (Make it complex) (b) A healthy poor man is happier than a sick moneyed man. (Make it positive) (c) When a healthy man is an asset to his family an unhealthy man is a liability. (Make it compound) (d) He can succeed in life. (Make it interrogative) (e) Everybody must be conscious of health. (Make it negative)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions :-— 1×5-5
(a) You need not come here tomorrow, —–? (b) Let’s help the poor boy,–—-— ?
(c) Nobody phoned me that day, —-—— ?
(d) She has little idea about it ——— ?
(e) He reads news papers everyday, ——— ?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) It is easy to say but–—.
(b) Five years passed since ——- .
(c) A graveyard is a place —-.
(d) She insisted that—–.
(e) Unless you work hard,———-.
Complete the following passage with suitable words : — .5xl0=5
Smoking is a very (a) ———— habit. It is injurious to (b) ————. Generally young people smoke to look (c)———— . The farmers and labourer (d)——– -for relaxation. Smoking causes fatal (e) ———– . It causes cancer, heart attack, chronic bronchitis and (f)———–other diseases. One puff of cigarette smoke (g) ———–fifteen billion particles of matter some of (h)—————-are fatal to human (i) ———. So we should (J) ————- up smoking.
Part B — Composition Marks -60
Suppose you had a chance to pay a visit to a village fair at your locality last month. Now prepare a report on that fair for the daily paper you are working for. 10
Write a short composition on any of the following :— 15
(a) Rural Development, (b) Unemployment Problem, (c) The Value of Time,
Write an application to the principal of your college for increasing library facilities. 10
Prepare a dialogue between a reporter and the principal of your college on the results of your college in the last BSC examination. 1 0
Complete the following story with the cue — 15
It was twenty years ago when I was living in an apartment overlooking a cemetery; I was just living from hand to mouth. At that time a lady wrote a letter to me praising one of my writings just published in the newspaper. It made me so excited that I sent her a letter of thanks. Immediately after that she wrote her second letter saying that———————–
BARISAL BOARD-2010
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary :— 1×5=5
continue
cause
increase
find
burn
go
predict
Within the last century, the amount of carbon-di-oxide in the atmosphere (a) ———dramatically because people (b)———— vast amounts of fossil, coal and petroleum. Average global temperature has also increased by about 0-6° Celsius within the past century. Scientists (c) ——–— that human activities are responsible for at least half of that temperature increase, They (d) ———– that unless drastic action is taken, global temperature (e)——-— to rise by 1-4° to 5-8° Celsius over the next century.
Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions :— 1×5=5
Population growth is one (a) ————– the causes (b) ————- the world’s environmental problems. Although the growth rate (c)————- the world’s population has slowed slightly since the 1990s, still it increases (d) —————77 million human beings each year, (e) -———- the increasing number of people, destruction of habitats and the use of additional natural resources are gradually increasing.
Use articles where necessary. Put cross (x) where an article, .5×10=5
Cellular radio telephone, also called cellular telephone or cell phone provides voice telephone and other services to (a)———–mobile users. Cellular telephones primarily operate like portable or cordless telephones. However, unlike conventional wire-based cordless phones, cell phones are completely portable and do not require (b) ————jack to access (c) ————-wire-based networks operated by local telephone companies, (d)————– new generation of services for cell phones include video conferencing and (e)——– internet access with (f) ———— ability to send e-mail. Cellular telephones have become very popular with (g) —————professionals and (h)———-consumers as (i)———–way to communicate easily. It has been (j)————–alternative to conventional wire-based services.
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate linking words from list below _ 1×5=5
hence
as
who
when
that
if
Students are the future leaders of a country (a) ———–are to lead a nation, (b)————–
they must seek to fulfil their potential. They posses the art (c)———— can lead to their
success story, (d) ———— leaders, they can decide our fates (e)——-—they discharge
their responsibilities with great efficiency, we can reach the target of perfection,
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases. (any five) : —1×5=5
beggar description, all on a sudden, cold war, Achilles’ heel, part and parcel, cope with, out and out,
Rewrite the following passage into the reported speech : 5
“Will you go to college today?” the mother said to her son. “No, mother. Our classes are suspended.” “Then go to the market and bring some vegetables,” “Let me be ready and give me money.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
Adulteration is the act of making any commodity impure by admixture of other or baser ingredients, (a) This admixture may corrupt the nature of the original commodity. (Make it passive) (b) The value or the effectiveness of the finished product destroyed by adulteration. (Make it active) Adulterated foods and beverages cause a serious health hazards, (c) We have laws and law-enforcing agencies to stop the dishonest businessmen. (Make it complex) (d) Their effort has been proved ineffective since adulteration of foods and other commodities is on the increase. (Make it compound) (e) It is strong public awareness which is essential for the fight against adulteration. (Make it simple)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions : 1×5=5
: Rimi is trying her best to make a good result, (a) ———?
: She thinks she will complete all the subjects before December, (b) ———–?
: Her parents are also serious, (c)———–?
: They feel her absence, (d)———–?
: She should not miss her classes now, (e) ———-— ?
Complete the following sentences: 1×5=5
(a) He could not attend the meeting because——-
(b) We went to his residence as soon as—–—
(c) He was so ill that———— .
(d) We immediately decided to shift him to a hospital where————.
(e) No sooner had we reached the hospital, ———-.
Part B—-Composition : Marks—60
Suppose, you are a reporter of a daily newspaper. You have witnessed a massive fire on
a garment factory. Write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition on the “Price-hike in Bangladesh”. 15
Write an application to the Principal of Bluebird College asking permission for setting up a debating club. 10
Write a summary of the following passage : 10
Internet is the computer based global information system. It is composed of many interconnected computer networks. Each network may link tens, hundreds, or even thousands of computers enabling them to share information with one another. The Internet has made it possible for people all over the world to communicate with one another effectively and inexpensively. Unlike traditional broadcasting media, such as radio and television, the Internet does not have a centralized distribution system. Instead, an individual who has Internet access can communicate directly with anyone else on the Internet, make information available to others, find information provided by others or sell products with a minimum overhead cost. The Internet has brought new opportunities to government, business, and education. Governments use the Internet for internal communication, distribution of information, and automated tax-processing. In addition to offering goods and services online to customers, businesses use the Internet to interact with other businesses. Many individuals use the Internet for communicating through electronic mail (e-mail), for news and research information,, shopping, paying bills, and online banking. Educational institutions use the internet for research and to deliver courses and course materials to students.
Complete the given story following the cue :— 15
Once there lived a poor farmer who worked very hard to maintain his big family. But he could hardly manage two square meals a day. One day while working in the field he found a basket. He picked it up and carried it——
CHITTAGONG BQARD-2010
English Second Paper
Part A — Grammar : Marks-40
1, Complete the passage with suitable Verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary: 1×5=5
work
invent
discover
come
take
give
bring
Computer has (a) ————about a revolutionary change in the world. But it (b)——-overnight. It (c) ————–a long time to invent computer. Many votaries of science (d)——- hard for years and finally (e)——— out successful.
Read the following letter and fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions: 1×5=5 Dear Rimi,
You know the world we live (a) ————–is full (b)———— different things. There are
many things (c)—— us. All these things make (d)————- air environment. We should
not turn a good, clean environment (e)————a bad polluted one.
Yours ever,
Sumi
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross mark (x) where an article is not needed: .5xl0=5
James Norman Hall was (a)————American writer. He wrote (b).————–story about
(c)……….wonderful piece of business that took place between him and a farmer. While
in (d)————-Tahiti, he was short of (e)——— money and rented (f)———— one room
house about 22 kilometres from (g)———— town. He was doing (h)—–interesting
writing there. To save money he wanted to make (i)——–vegetable garden in front of
his house. But (j)——-land was full of ants and land-crabs. They foiled all his attempts.
4, Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list:_ 1×5=5
who
when
while
because
or
though
that
(a) ———— taking food, we should bear in mind (b)———-—we do not eat just to satisfy
hunger (c)——-—to fill the belly. We eat to preserve our health. Some people (d)————-
live in the midst of plenty, do not eat the food they need for good health (e)~———-they
have no knowledge of the science of health and nutrition.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms (any five): — 1×5=5
Once for all; take after; far and wide; a black sheep; at the sight of; beggar description; in the long run.
Re-write the following in the reported speech:— 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 said. ‘I’ll eat nothing for dinner tonight.”
Fill in the gaps with tag questions:— 1×5=5
(a) Trees are our best friends,————–?
(b) They help us in many ways, ———–?
(c) But many men do not realise the importance of trees———-?
(d) The country will change into a desert without trees,——-?
Complete the following sentences:— 1×5=5
(a) They went to college after they——
(b) This poem is too difficult for———-.
(c) No sooner had she seen me———–.
(d) He speaks as if——-
(e) It is high time we———-.
Part B—Composition Marks—-60
Write a paragraph on “Your future plan of life” by answering the following questions:-
10
(a) What is your future plan of life? (b) Why have you adopted this plan? (c) How are you preparing yourself according to this? (d) Do you find it difficult to materialise your plan? (e) What do your parents think about your plan?
Write a short composition on your first day at college. 15
Write an application to the principal. Rajshahi College requesting him to change one of your elective subjects. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends after visiting a book fair. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage: –
Co-operation means working together for the benefit of all. Without co-operation modern society could not exist. Co-operation has been seen at its best among farmers in the dry regions of certain parts of Australia and America. The fields have been irrigated in these regions. Crops cannot be grown without water. Water cannot be brought to the fields without streams being tapped higher up. For this purpose canals and dams have been built. The canals have been cut through the fields of more than one farmer. Those who live higher up the valley than the others have allowed canals to be built through their land in order to carry water to the fields of farmers lower down. In times of drought all are able to share the water. Instead of taking all water for themselves, the farmers on the higher leave enough for their neighbours down the valley. Farming in dry areas has been made possible by such co-operation. By co-operation farmers have learnt to make even the desert produce crops.
Complete the story following the cue: 15
There was an old house in a village. A number of mice lived in that house. They were doing a lot of the house. The master of the house was very annoyed and made a plan————-
DINAJPUR BOARD-2010
English Second Paper Part A: — Grammar : Marks -40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use negatives where necessary : 1×5=5
sail
carry
contain
move
be
build
regard
The great ship, Titanic (a)———for New York from Southampton on April 10, 1912. She
(b)———1316 passengers. At that time she (c)——–the largest ship that ever (d)—–—
—-and (e)———- as unsinkable.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions :— 1×5=5
My dear Rumi,
I have received your letter just now and am very anxious (a) ——- your studies because
your HSC Exam, is knocking (b) ———-the door. How have you prepared yourself? Here is
a piece of advice (c) ———you. Make a routine, dividing the days, allotting (d) ———
each subject. At least, write one broad and two short answers a day (e) ————practice
or you will forget them and will not be able to reproduce them in the exam.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed : .5xl0=5
We know (a)——– man is (b)———-rational creature. It is (c)———-rationality in him which makes him (d) ———– different species. He can differentiate between (e)——–right and (f) ———–wrong. This is why (g)———– man is considered (h)———–best creation of (i) ———-creator of (j)————universe.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list.— 1×5=5
but
that
not only
but also
above all
also
who
Rokeya is a Bangladeshi girl (a)——–is about to finish school, (b)——-she has no hope
of going on to college. Her parents are (c)——–illiterate (d) ——-superstitious, (e) ——
they think that educating girls is but a mere wastage of money.
Rewrite the following in the reported speech. 1×5=5
“Why don’t you attend classes regularly?” the teacher said to the student, “You can’t expect good results unless you attend classes as I tell you”. “I am sorry, sir, I have offended you,” said the student.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed : 1×5=5
(a) Water, an important vital clement of environment, is polluted by various ways, (complex)
(b) The water which is pure is necessary for us. (simple) Men pollute water by throwing waste in it. (compound) (d) The farmers use water in time of cultivation largely. (passive) (e) It is one of the most important elements of all living beings. (positive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions : 1×5=5
(a) You are not used to taking potatoes,———-?
(b) No, I don’t like it. I think you also don’t like potatoes,———-?
(c) It is true. But in a country like Bangladesh we ought to take alternative food,———-?
(d) The wise say like that, ———-?
(e) But I don’t think, they will be satisfied with potatoes instead of rice,———-?
Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) As you sow, so———-.
(b) Although Bangladesh is a populous country, it———-.
(c) He is my teacher who———-.
(d) I wish I———-.
(e) He took up a part-time job so that———.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms and phrases (any five): 1×5=5
chicken-hearted, apple of discord, at sixes and sevens, by dint of, blue blood, in front of.
Part B—Composition : Marks -60
Write a paragraph about “Load-Shedding” by answering the questions below. 10
(a) What is load-shedding? (b) Why does it occur and when? (c) What happens when it occurs frequently? (d) Who are the worst sufferers of it? (e) How can we solve the problem?
Write a short composition on your hobby. 15
Recently you have read an article about the students’ failure in English. Now make a dialogue between you and your friend on the causes of failure. 10
Suppose you are a student of XI class of X college. Write an application to your principal for a seat in your college hostel. 10
Complete the following story with the following cue: 15
Once there lived a happy cobbler who passed his days in working and singing. A rich businessman neighbour said to him one day. “How much a year do you earn?”———-
BOARD QUESTIONS-2009
DHAKA BOARD-2009
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) [According to New Syllabus]
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense.
1×5=5
take
pray
offer
remain
keep
do
publish
With extreme competition everywhere parents are constantly worried about the results. This is a common sight during the S.S.C Examinations in thousands of families. Special prayers (a) ————in families having such an examinee. Parents (b) ————special care of their children. They make sure that their wards get along with studies without the slightest of problems even without mosquito bites. Parents shuttle to mazars and temples and (c)——- for the examinees. Sometimes they give cash money and kinds for their wards. Parents of an examinee usually
(d) ———–worried until the result (e) ————.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions :— 1×5=5
It was very nice of you to have written to me. You will be glad to know that I got the first
prize (a)———the debate competition in English of our college (b)—— the topic “The importance of learning English.” I will now tell you (c) ——— brief what I said there. English is an international language. All that is best in modern civilization is available (d) ——– English. If we avoid English, we will keep ourselves aloof (e) — the civilized world.
Yours ever,
Fahim.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross mark (x) where an article is not needed:— 1×5=5
A brilliant student is (a) — asset. One day he may be (b)——engineer or (c)—–M.B.B.S.doctor. He makes (d)—–best use of his time. He makes a proper division of his time and does his duties accordingly. He knows that youth is (e)—-golden period of (f) —- life. He has (g) — aim in life. He knows that (h) – life without (i) — aim is like (j) — ship without a rudder.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) :— 1×5=5
in the guise of; hard times; a black sheep; for the purpose of; storm in a tea-cup; from time immemorial; end in smoke
Re-write the following in the reported speech. 5
“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.”
Read the following passage and transfer the underlined sentences as directed :—1×5=5
(a) Day to day life in Dhaka is expensive, (negative) (b) People living below the poverty line lead a miserable life, (complex) (c) Price hike is one of the biggest problems for them. (positive) (d) The government has taken necessary measures to keep the price hike under control, (passive) (e) The people who are greedy are responsible for price spiral, (simple)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions :— 1×5=5
: We’re going to visit the Fantasy Kingdom today, (a)———–?
: But we can’t start our journey unless it stops raining, (b) ————?
: Why don’t we start now? Its only drizzling, (c)———–?
: The spot is quite far from here, (d) ————?
: So, let’s put off our visit for tomorrow, (e) ——-?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) Since Bangladesh is an agricultural country, ———— .
(b) As her economy depends on agriculture, ———— .
(c) We have to develop cultivation scientifically because———— .
(d) Though our farmers work hard, they do not get what————.
(e) They cannot improve their condition but though —……— .
Part B— Composition : Marks—60
You are a reporter of a reputed daily. You have interviewed many slum-dwellers about their ways of life. Now write a report on them. 10
Write a short composition on “The Uses and Abuses of Satellite Channels.” 15
Write an application to the principal of your college requesting him/her for permission to set up an “English Debating Club” at your college. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends on frequent road accidents in our country. 10
Or, Write a summery of the following passage and give a suitable title to it.
Money cannot buy happiness. Money is a must for our life. But it is not the thing that necessarily brings our happiness. Happiness is absolutely a psychological thing. It is the name of a feeling. It means the contentment of mind. He who is satisfied with what he gets and remains content with his life, is really happy. Happiness cannot be purchased with money. No doubt money has got something to do with happiness but it cannot give us happiness. So, we see that the richest men of our society are not the happiest men. They lead life burdened with cares and anxieties and pass sleepless nights. On the other hand, there is a large number of poor men who are happy and they enjoy a sound sleep. The man who is honest and virtuous though not rich, does not suffer from the anguish of the soul. His conscience does not torment him. Hence, money cannot ensure happiness. It is only moral and spiritual development that gives us happiness.
Complete the given story following the cue. 15
Once the house of a rich man was infested with rats. The house became like the town of Hamelin. There were rats everywhere———-.
COMILLA BOARD-2009
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) [According to the Syllabus of 2009]
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
[Answer any eight questions out of nine]
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
say
be
provide
face
participate
enrich
Human life (a) ———–not static but dynamic. A man cannot reach the highest peak of success if he (b) -— in extra co-curricular activities. Travelling is also an important part of co-curricular activities. It is travelling which (e)-our knowledge, experience and promotes our attitudes. Therefore, travelling (d)—–us with knowledge and practical experience. It can be clearly (e)—that our knowledge can be mobilized by travelling the different corners of the vast globe.
Fill in the gaps with appropriate prepositions :— 1×5=5
Everyone desires (a) ————wealth. But a few attain it. Some people hanker (b) ———-riches. Some are content (c)——-what they have. True happiness lies (d) ——–contentment. It’s high time we gave (e)——-the habit of covetousness.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed :— 1×5=5
(a) —–idle man and (b) —–active man cannot be equal. We know (c)—–story of (d) —–ant and (e)– grasshopper, (f)-ant was industrious. On the other hand, the grasshopper was really (g) —–lazy. The ant knew that (h) —–industrious shine. On (i)——–contrary, (j) —–lazy suffer in life.
Fill in the blanks with the suitable linking words from the list:- 1×5=5
unless
if
according to
what
where
which
and
until
The foods that we eat can be divided into six kinds (a) —–what substances they contain and (b)——-benefits they do to us. Fish, meat, peas, and milk provide us with protein (c) —– builds our body and helps us grow, (d)———we do not take all these, we cannot grow well. Vitamins and mineral salts protect us from diseases (e) —–keep us fit for work.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five):— 1×5=5
a white elephant, skim through, gala day, to and fro, on the sly, instead of, flesh and blood.
Re-write the following in the reported speech :— 5
“I came here yesterday from my village,” he said. ‘Why did you come?” I asked. “My mother sent me to you with this letter.” “How is your mother? I have not seen her for a long time. I hope she is quite well.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed in brackets :— 1×5=5
(a) Very few insects are as busy as a bee. (make it comparative) It is known as an industrious creature, (b) It lives together. (make it negative) (c) It flies from flower to flower and collects honey. (make it simple) (d) It stores honey in the hive. (make it passive) (e) In winter, it remains idle but it works hard in spring. (make it complex) It leads a disciplined life.
Fill in the blanks with tag questions :— 1×5=5
(a) Nothing is certain,-?
(b) Nila knows you better,-?
(c) Let’s have a discussion,-?
(d) He seldom comes here,-?
(e) You are right,-?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) Water is so vital of all natural resources that-.
(b) It is water which-.
(c) Our agriculture which-.
(d) Though Bangladesh is blessed with rivers–.
(e) If the rainfall is timely —
Part B— Composition : Marks—60
You are a reporter of a daily newspaper. Write a report on the rising of prices of essential commodities in the market. 10
Write a short composition on uses and abuses of the Wonders of Science. 15
Write an application to the principal of your college seeking permission to go on a study tour. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends stating the causes of failure in English and solution to the problem. 10
Complete the following story with the cue : 15
Once there lived a poor wood cutter. But he was very honest. He earned his livelihood by selling wood in the market. One day while he………………………………….
RAJSHAHI BOARD 2009
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) [According to the Syllabus of 2009]
English Second Paper
Part A — Grammar : Marks — 40
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense.
Use the negatives where necessary : — 1×5=5
walk
get
run
reach
sit
buy
open
Last Friday I went to the zoo with some of my friends. We (a) ——- there before the gate (b) ——-. Then we (c) ——- some tickets and entered the zoo. While we (d)——–, I saw my friend Raihan (e) ——-towards us.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions :— 1×5=5
Dear Sagor,
I’m going to tell you (a) ——-the proper use of holidays. They give us relief (b)——-heavy pressure of regular work or normal duties. They help us to get rid (c) ——-the din and bustle of life. We know that to work (d) ——- pause is tiresome. So, holidays are essential (e) ——-our life.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed :— .5xl0=5
Bangladesh is a land of (a) ——-scenic beauty, (b) ——-land, (c)-rivers and the forests are (d) ——— sources of this beauty. Geographically Bangladesh can be divided into four regions. In many places there are a lot of amazing beautiful spots. There are many historical places also. For this reason, (e) ——-tourism business can flourish here, (f) ——-wild animals of (g) ——-Sundarbans are also (h) ——-great asset. Tourism can play (i) ——-vital role in national economy. But it is still in its tender age. So, we have to cross (j) ——-long way.
Fill in the blanks with the suitable linking words from the list:— 1×5=5
otherwise
but
so
although
however
which
accordingly
Every citizen has some duties and responsibilities for his nation, (a) ——- most of the people are careless in this respect. The people of this country have achieved national identity by dint of a great sacrifice (b) ——-is still evaluated nationally (c) ——-some selfish people never want to give their recognition, (d) ——-, we all should do some benevolent activities, (e) ——-, we will be indebted to the nation.
Re-write the following in the reported speech :— 5
“Where are you from?” said the teacher. “I am from Nepal,” said the student. “How did you find Dhaka when you first arrived?” said the teacher. “Well, I like it. I think the city is very beautiful.” said the student.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) :— 1×5=5
By means of; on the sly; above all; in the long-run; nip in the bud- on the eve of, take after
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :—
1×5=5
(a) Cox’s Bazar sea-beach is the longest sea-beach in the world. (complex) (b) It is one of the most beautiful sea-beaches in the world. (positive) (c) It is called pleasure seeker’s paradise. (active) (d) The visitors go there for enjoying natural beauties. (compound) (e) Those who become tired may go to relax there. (simple)
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) The poor man is too hungry to——-.
(b)I came here with a view to——-.
(c) The weather was so cold that——-.
(d) Hasib behaves as if——-.
(e) The higher we fly, the harder——-.
Part B— Composition : Marks—60
Suppose, you are Maria, a student of Class XI of Rajshahi Government Mohila College. The cultural week of your college was observed a few days ago. Now, write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition that tells about your first day at college. 15
Complete the following story following the cue : 15
Once there lived a happy cobbler who passed his days in working and singing. A rich neighbour of his was a banker who one day said to him, “How much a year do you earn?”……………………………
Recently you have read an interesting novel. Now, write a dialogue between you and your friend Tania. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage :—
The general view against student politics is that they are immature and it is likely that they will be easily misguided by clever agents from politics altogether, they will remain political lobbies even when they are grown up and they will be more easily misled in later life on account of their ignorance and inexperience. The famous philosopher Aristotle says, “Every human being is a political being.” At schools, colleges and universities students read history, public administration, civics, political philosophy and political economy. If they can understand these things in the abstract, why should they be kept away from the concrete realities of life? Secondly, it is true that students may discover late in life that the interest they took in politics in the early years was on the wrong lines and they might change their opinions.
Write a letter to your friend Nasif telling him about the study tour you enjoyed a few days ago.
JESSORE BOARD-2009
English Second Paper
Part A – Grammar : Marks-40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the
correct tenses. Use negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
do
get
beg
want
write
receive
choose
I (a)——–your letter just now. You (b)——–to know where I (c) ——— myself admitted and which subjects I (d)——–. I am now (e) — everything in detail.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5=5
Dear Arif,
Thank you so much (a) —–your kind invitation to your birthday party. I think we shall make enjoy the day very much. Will Karim be present (b)——–that day? I shall go to your house (c)——–my younger sister. Convey my best regards (d)——–your parents, (e) ——–
Best wishes.
Yours Tomal.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
Bangladesh is (a) ————-world’s most densely populated country. Our development efforts are frustrated because of (b) —— great size of our population, (c)————-population explosion is (d) ————-constant threat to our environment and (e)———-society. Here population is growing at such (f) ——-high rate that (g)——environment may soon fail to supply (h)——-people with their minimum necessities. It is indeed (i) ———alarming situation. Something should be done to change (j)————-situation.
Fill in the gaps with suitable linking words from the box. 1×5=5
in short
though
until
more over
in spite of
if
both
as
Mr. X is a miser (a)——–he earns a lot of money. He seldom buys new clothes, (b)——–he bargains with the shopkeepers to save money (c)——–having many friends, he always avoids entertaining them, (d)——–he and his wife put on shabby dresses, (e)——–, he possesses a strange personality.
Make meaningful sentences with the following phrases and idioms (any five) 1×5=5
Cut out, burning question, in the event of, at present, far and wide, make fun of, on the whole
Rewrite the following in the indirect speech. 5
Once I asked a little girl. “What is your mother’s name?” She replied cleverly, “I know my mother’s name but I won’t tell you that.” I said, “What a celever girl you are! May you prosper in life.”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
(a) Cricket is a very exciting game. (complex) (b) People all over the world enjoy this game very much. (passive) (c) At present cricket is one of the most popular games in our country. (comparative) (d) Though it is a very costly game, young men and children get a great deal of delight playing it. (compound) (e) It is a matter of sorrow that the performance of Bangladesh Cricket Team is not up to the mark. (exclamatory)
Complete the following sentences. 5
(a) My father is a teacher who——–.
(b) Unless he gets up early in the morning——–.
(c) It is high time we——–.
(d) Though it is raining———.
(e) A patriot is respected——–.
Complete the following passage with suitable words. .5xl0=5
Truthfulness is a noble (a)——–. It is considered to be the (b)——–and noblest of all virtues. It denotes the (c)——–habit of speaking the truth. It is synonymous with the (d) ——–straight-forwardness. This very simple and unique virtue (e) ——–a man nothing but earns for him a lot. For example, it crowns a man with (f)——–and dignity. Besides, every body believes him and (g)——–him. Furthermore he always enjoys (h)——–ease and peace. He is (i) —–of none but the Almighty, But sometimes a (j)——–man is to face an untoward situation and may fall prey to some culprits.
Part-B : Composition : Marks-60
Suppose you are Hasan Utpol, a reporter of a daily newspaper. You have visited a vote-centre. Write a report on your observation. 10
Write a paragraph on ‘Tour favourite Teacher” answering the following questions. 15 Questions :
Who is your favourite teacher? Why is he favourite to you? What difference do you find between your favourite teacher and others? How does he influence his students in his classroom? Do you desire to be a teacher like him? Why?
Suppose, you are Tanima Chowdhury, a student of Mymensingh City College. Write an application to your principal seeking his permission to set up an English Speaking Club in
your College. 10
Suppose, you want to buy some books. Now, write a dialogue between you and the book-seller. 10
Complete the following story with the cue below. 15
There was a crow on a tree with a piece of meat in its beak. A hungry fox sat under the tree…
SYLHET BOARD-2009
English Second Paper
Part A – Grammar : Marks 40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
dare not
visit
bedesireattain faceshall
Everybody (a) —–success life, but few (b) —— it. One of the main reasons for this
failure is that many people (c)——–take risks. Life (d)——–not a bed of roses. It is full
of troubles and difficulties. We (e)——–them with courage.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5=5
My dear Mimi,
Love to you. I am very glad to know that you have stood first in order (a) —-merit. I know you would do well in the examination as you worked hard. So it is rightly said that industry is the key (b)——–success. Very few students can do well in the examination (c) ——–dint of merit. It is seen that those who became great in this mundane world have become so (d)——–hard labour and perseverance. I pray to omnipotent creator (e)——–your brilliant result.
Your elder brother. Rashid.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
Newspaper plays (a) ———important role in our society. It is (b)——–most useful thing in our modern life. We cannot think of (c)——–day without it. To read news paper is (d) ——– good habit, (e) ——– more we read newspaper (f) ——– more we can acquire knowledge. If we don’t read it, we shall be (g) ——–frogs in (h) ——–dark well. It is (i) ——–looking glass of (j)——–modern world.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words from the list. 1×5=5
thus
so
| as
| besides
| who
even
| because
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a) ——–possesses this rare quality is the happiest person in the world. To be honest, man should have trustworthiness (b) ——– nobody trusts a liar, (c)——–Allah helps the honest people, (d)——–children should be taught honesty from the very beginning of life, (e)——–children should be developed among the honest people.
Re-write the following in the reported speech. 5
Once I said to a sweet girl. “What is your mother’s name?”
She replied cleverly, “I know my mother’s name but I won’t tell you that.”
I said, “What a clever girl you are!”
“I don’t tell my mother’s name to anybody whom I don’t know.” She spoke with an air of confidence.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
(a) The Jamuna is one of the biggest rivers in Bangladesh. (make it comparative) (b) When it is summer, it becomes emaciated. (make it simple) (c) During the rainy season, it assumes a terrible shape. (make it complex) (d) Every body knows it. (make it interrogative) (e) Tourists from home and abroad visit its shore. (make it passive)
Fill in the blanks with appropriate tag questions. 1×5=5
: You are going abroad, (a)——–.
: No, not yet, unless I can manage money, I cannot go, (b)——–.
: I admit you can’t. But you have much money (c)
: You don’t know our present state. Now my father has to maintain a very large family (d) —. : I admit, Your father can manage it if he wishes (e)——–.
Complete the following sentences. 5
(a) It is true that most of the parents in our country are not interested enough to——–.
(b) Parents think that spending money for the children’s education is unwise specially when——.
(c) They think female children need no education because they——–.
(d) To lesson discrimination in children’s educational status the government gives subsidy for female children so that —–.
(e) It is a good sign that now a days—–.
Complete the following passage with suitable words. .5×10=5
No sooner (a)——–Rahim entered my office (b)—— I offered him a cup of tea. Though he is my close friend, he is junior (c) —— me by 2 years. He joined (d) ——–army 5 years ago. I said to him, “My car (e)——–stolen just now.” He consoled me. He told me that he (f)——– solve the matter. He also said that it was (g) ———easy task for him (h) ——–find out the thief (i) — he took a cup of tea and went to the (j) ——Police Station.
Part-B : Composition : Marks-60
You are a reporter of a renowned newspaper. You have experienced an unexpected fire on a garment factory. Now, write a report on it. 10
Write a short composition on a journey by train you have recently enjoyed. 15
Suppose you are Rana. You are a regular student of XII class of Barisal College, You have a common room without modern facilities.
Now, write an application to the Principal of your college for increasing facilities for the college common room. 10
Hasan gets up late in the morning. So he cannot complete his lesson in time. His result is bad in the examination. On the other hand, Kamal gets up early in the morning and prepares his lesson accordingly. He is doing well in the examination. 10
Now, write a dialogue between Hasan and Kamal about the benefits of early rising.
Complete the story following the cue. 15
Once there lived a good King in Scotland. His name was Robert Bruce. He loved his country and his subjects, very dearly. His subjects had a great love and respect for him. One day his enemies attacked his country and drove him away from his kingdom———————.
BARISAL BOARD-2009
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) [According to the Syllabus of 2009]
English Second Paper Part A — Grammar : Marks — 40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Usethe negatives where necessary : —1×5=5
Write reach | happen come do twinkle return
At last your long awaited letter (a) ————- us yesterday. You can hardly imagine how I
jumped for joy and how mummy’s eyes (b)——– with delight. When papa (c) ———-
– home in the evening and we told him that you (d)— very well in your mid-term examination he, too, was very pleased. So you may be sure of a very warm welcome when you (e)———-— here for Christmas.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5=5
Dear Sir,
1 shall be grateful to you if you kindly publish the following write-up in your Newspaper. “Culture is the mirror and reflection (a) ————life (b) ——–a society, (c)—— a country. From the beginning of cable TV, the western as well as Indian culture is sweeping (d) ————our culture. If we fail to make our people interested (e) ————our own culture, the cultural invasion is a must. We should make all our efforts to improve our cultural heritage and entertainment media, so that we can uphold our heritage.”
Yours sincerely, A. Salam
Writes from Oxford University.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
When (a) ———— great poet, Ferdousi, began to write (b).—— Shahnama, the sultan promised him (c) ————piece of gold for each (d) ———-verse. When (e) ——– epic was finished, it contained sixty thousand (f) ———— verses. Instead of giving gold coins, he offered the poet only sixty thousand silver (g) ————- coins. The poet refused to take the silver coins and left the court with (h)——broken heart. He was (i)—–aggrieved man. Later on the sultan realised that he had made (j)——blunder.
Fill in the blanks with the suitable linking words from the list below:—_1x5=5
fact | recently | sometimes | besides | for instance | though | while
(a)————man has made tremendous technological progress, he has not able to conquer
nature completely, (b)——-….. , he is hit by natural calamities, (c) ————, a
devastating flood very often occurs in Bangladesh leaving people homeless (d) ————
other various calamities damage and destroy life and property, (e) ————, some of the
African countries are affected by drought.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) :— 1×5=5
at the sight of, black and blue, hard and fast, the lion share, beat about the bush, throw dust in ones eyes, well off
Re-write the following in the reported speech :— 5
“Where did you go yesterday?” said Lipi.
“I went to Chittagong to see my mother,” said Mina. “She has been suffering from high blood pressure.”
“Is she sound now?” said Lipi. “No,” said Mina.
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed :—•
1×5=5
(a) Pahela Baishakh is undoubtedly the most celebrated festival in Bangladesh. (complex)
(b) It is the day of the year when the roads get so jam packed. (simple) (c) Almost everyone enjoys the day in his own way. (passive) (d) Although I hate gathering, I enjoy activities of the flood of masses this day. (compound) (e) How enthusiastic the people look on this day! (assertive)
Fill in the blanks with appropirate tag questions. 1×5=5
: Hi Rahim, why are you staying here alongside the road?
: Actually I am waiting for Kamal, (a)————?
: Kamal? I also have come here to meet him, (b)————?
: Has he told you about something?
: No. He just told me to meet him here. I don’t know more about this, (c)————?
: So far as I know, he wants to go to the fair, (d)————?
: Really? Oh, here’s Kamal coming. Let’s discuss this with him, (e)————?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) Yesterday Mita had an accident while————.
(b) No sooner had we heard the news————.
(c) We took her to a hospital which————.
(d) As it was a public hospital————.
(e) But our patient was so serious that————.
Part B—Composition : Marks—60
Write a report on the devastating consequences of drug addiction in the context of Bangladesh. 10 Or, Write a paragraph on ‘Tour Future Plan of Life” by answering the questions below.
(a) What is your future plan of life? (b) Why have you adopted this plan? (c) How are you preparing yourself according to this? (d) Do you find it difficult to materialise your plan? (e) What is your parents’ idea about your plan?
Write a short composition on the celebration of the Pahela Baishakh as a common festival in Bangladesh on the basis of your personal experience. 15
Or, Write a short composition that expresses your opinion about the birds of Bangladesh.
Write an application to the Principal of your college for a seat in the college hostel. 10 Or, Read the following advertisement from the Daily New Nation and then write an application with a CV in response to it.
Vacancy Announcement
Applications are invited for recruitment of an Assistant Accountant for Shahin Girls’ College. Interested candidates having at least graduation degree are encouraged to apply by 15 Sept, 2008 to-Principal Shahin Girls’ College Dhaka Cantt. Dhaka.
Suppose you are Lina and your friend is Hena. Now, make a dialogue between you and your friend about the importance of punctuality in student life. 10
Or, Write a summary of the following passage.
There are many causes of greenhouse effect. The deforestation and burning down of the tropical forests, rapid growth of unplanned industries, overpopulation, pollution, increase of temperature etc. are the causative factors of greenhouse effect. Overpopulation is a problem for any country. They need additional things for their survival. They need to cut down trees to build their houses, furniture, boats, fuel etc. Thus we are losing our forests and trees. It causes natural imbalance. The use of various chemicals in mills and factories has a great effect on our environment. Besides, these mills and factories emit black smoke and pollute the air. Thus deforestation, the rapid growth of unplanned industries, the use of chlorofluorocarbons in packaging and manufacturing chemical products etc. produce huge amount of carbon dioxide gas, which acts as the main agent of greenhouse effect.
Complete the given story following the cue. 15 I live in Chittagong. My elder brother works in Sylhet. Last summer he asked me to stay a few days with him and sent me a plane ticket. That was my first journey by air. I arrived at the airport about an hour before the flight and checked in and waited in the lounge. I——
CHITTAGONG BOARD2009
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) [According to New Syllabus]
English Second Paper
Part A—Grammar : Marks—40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tense. Use the negatives where necessary :— 1×5=5
feel | lead | make inspire | create | imply devote
Patriotism is a noble virtue. It (a) ______a man to do everything just and fair for his country and people. Actually it (b) ______those qualities which makes a person (c) ______his/her life for the well being of his country. Patriotic zeal (d) ______a person dutiful, energetic and enthusiastic. On other hand, those devoid of patriotic zeal (e) ______any scruple to plot against the country.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions :— 1×5=5
Dear Sebanty,
We are pleased to learn that you will be able to start the course (a) —— Business studies from September this year. In reply (b)—your request, we have allotted you room number 315 in the East Hall. You must complete your registration (c) —— August. Classes will start (d) —— September 12. We look forward (e) —— meeting you.
Patricia Jones
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross mark (x) where an article is not needed:—1×5=5
An angry man is not liked (a) —— even by (b) —— idiot. There is difference between the educated and (c) – uneducated. An educated (d) —— person should come forward to educate (e)—— uneducated. On the other hand (f)–rich man should have (g) —— sympathy for (h) —— poor there is difference between (i)—— poor man and (j) —— rich man.
Fill in the blanks with suitable phrases and linking words from the list:— 1×5=5
[after all, because of. somehow, in fact, when, however, unfortunately |
Having a degree on medicine Gulliver went on a voyage, (a) —the ship was wrecked but he (b)—managed to swim ashore, He slept a deep sleep (c)—–— his tiredness, (d) – he woke up he saw many tiny creatures, (e)–—, they were the human beings smaller than Gulliver himself.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) :— 1×5=5
well off, put up with, in order to, ups and downs, so that, by hook or by crook.
Change the form of speech of the following passage 5
“Where is my son?” said the Grocer. “A crow carried your son away” said the fruitseller. “You liar. How can a crow carry away such a big boy?” “Just the same way as mice can eat away the balance and weights.”
Read the following passage and transfer the underlined sentences as directed : 1×5=5
(a) Robert Frost lives in a small apartment in the capital city Toronto. (complex) (b) His wife Catherine, loves gardening. (negative) (c) Toronto is one of the most expensive cities of the world. (positive) His relatives often come to stay with him. (d) They don’t realize the high cost of living in Toronto. (interrogative) (e) However, he loves his relatives a great deal. (passive)
Fill in the blanks with tag questions :— 1×5=5
Congratulations Terence. You have made an excellent result, (a) —-? Thanks. But my
parents and teachers also deserve the credit, (b) ———-? Right you are. We ought to
remain grateful to them, (c)– ? Certainly. You too studied hard, (d)——- ? Yes. it
is our duty to study in a disciplined way. (e) ———-?
Complete the following sentences :— 1×5=5
(a) Acid rain is harmful because ——— .
(b) The wind was so strong that ——–.
(c) Had he been a little careful ——— .
(d) They were frightened when ——–—.
(e) Take your umbrella lest -——.
Part B—Composition : Marks—60
Write a report on the problem of traffic jam in your locality bringing out the causes, effects and possible solutions. 10
Or, Write a paragraph on your visit to a trade fair by answering the following questions
(a) When and where was that fair held? (b) What was the area of the fair and how many stalls were there? (c) What kinds of stalls were there? (d) How many countries participated in the fair? (e) What is the impact of such fairs on the economy?
Write a composition on Wonders of Modern Science or Benefits of Reading Newspapers. 15
Write an application to the principal of your college requesting him to pass necessary orders for a study tour for the outgoing students of class XII after the send-up test. 10
Write a dialogue between two friends on the choice of career. Or, Write a summary of the following passage.
The dowry system is a curse to our society. It can be an amount of money or some kind of property that a wife or her family is to pay to the bridegroom or his family. It was a social custom in ancient times in many parts of the world. But at present, dowry is nothing less than a dreadful bane to a family with a marriageable daughter or sister. In this subcontinent most of the families face this heinous problem. A family with a maiden or spinster finds it impossible to marry her off only if they are not wealthy. In many cases, the parents of the bride are compelled against their conscience to promise an amount of dowry to the groom or his relatives knowing fully well that it is beyond their capacity to pay it in the near future. More often than not, the helpless girl starts being tortured within a. few weeks or at best months for her family’s inability to pay the promised dowry. And as we all know, the luckless girl is often tortured physically and kicked out of the house or even brutally killed for having not been born in a family with enough wealth to meet the lusty demands of the family with so-called superiority of having a son. Our young generation has to be conscious about this dreadful curse. It is high time that all eligible bachelors started to shout a big ‘no’ to this heinous vice. We must start large-scale postering, canvassing and advertising to motivate and persuade people against this abominable crime against humanity.
Complete the following story following the cue. 15
Once a dog stole a piece of meat from a shop. Holding it in his mouth, he was running beside a stream. When the dog was crossing a bridge over the stream, it discovered an image in the water……………………………..
DINAJPUR BOARD-2009
English Second Paper
Part A – Grammar : Marks-40
(Answer any eight questions out of nine)
Complete the following passage with suitable verbs from the list. Put them in the correct tenses. Use negatives where necessary. 1×5=5
begin
say
hold
bid
call
invite
recite
A few days ago the marriage ceremony of my elder sister was (a) ——– in a very befitting manner. We (b)——– our friends and relatives. The invited guests (c) ——– to come in the evening. After the arrival of the bridegroom the Qazi Solemnized the marriage (d) ——– the related verses from the holy Quran. While (e) ——– farewell to my sister my parents burst into tears.
Read the following letter and fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions. 1×5=5
Dear Mohon,
Sorry for my unwilling delay to attend the function (a) ——– your residence. When I was ready (b) —— the function, my father (c) ——– giving me any information, cause to me. He had fallen seriously ill. So I could not help taking him (d) ——– a Clinic for immediate treatment. I hope I will visit you (e) ——– a week.
Use articles where necessary. Put a cross (x) where an article is not needed. .5xl0=5
We were returning home. On (a)——–way we met (b) ———little girl. She was selling (c) —— flowers on (d) ———street. She requested us to buy (e)——–flower. My mother is (f)——–kind-hearted woman, (g)——–motherly affection rose at (h)——— sight of her. She gave her (i) ——— ten taka note and bought some flowers. We should be kind to (j) — — helpless.
Fill in the blanks with suitable linking words. 1×5=5
(a) ——– being a small country, Bangladesh has a huge population. Most people here live below the poverty line and are (b) ——– unable to educate their children. (c) ——– this situation, we have far too many students to educate. (d) ——– financial and resource constraints, the government cannot fund the requisite number of educational institutions. (e) ——– every educational institution is over-crowded.
Make meaningful sentences with the following idioms (any five) 1×5=5
for the sake of, in spite of, in the long-run, good for nothing, at a glance, to and fro
Re-write the following in the reported speech. 5
I asked Nisa, “What’s your mothers name”?“I know my mother’s name but I won’t tell you that. I don’t tell my mother’s name to anybody whom I don’t know,” said she. I said, “What a clever girl you are!”
Read the following passage and transform the underlined sentences as directed. 1×5=5
(a) Health is wealth, (make it complex) (b) A healthy poor man is happier than a sick moneyed man, (make it positive) (c) Though a healthy man is an asset to his family, an unhealthy man is a liability. (make it com
Arrange and rewrite the following words so that they make sense.
Questions: 1. a. l, e, m, g, e, n, t, a, n b. to, a, Shefali, days, will, few, go, for, Dhaka. c. would, oh, be, that, wonderful! d. mother, dress, is, Saikat’s, a, maker. e. table, why, want, Amina, David’s, does, go, to, to? Answer: a. Gentleman b. Shefali will go to Dhaka for a few days. c. Oh, that would be wonderful! d. Saikat’s mother is a dress maker. e. Why does Amina want to go to David’s table? 2. a. her, who, put, out? b. a, days, few, for c. o, k, e, s, i, m d. ask, questions, can, you, I, some? e. school, to, she, go, didn’t Answer: a. Who put her out? b. For a few days. c. Eskimo d. Can I ask you some questions? e. She didn’t go to school. 3. a. you, foods, which, healthy, keep, can? b. do, say, I, can, what, you? c. you, but, join, an, I, hour, can, after. d. s, i, p, r, a, c, t, e e. play, often, it, do, how, you? Answer: a. Which foods can keep you healthy? b. Can you say what I do? c. But I can join you after an hour. d. Practise e. How often do you play it?
Questions: 4. a. today, the, is, sky, clear. b. separate, they, rooms, live, in. c. h, i, l, e, d, c, r, n d. country, is, Bangladesh, a, small. e. his, who, uncle, is? Answer a. Today the sky is clear. b. They live in separate rooms. c. Children d. Bangladesh is a small country. e. Who is his uncle? 5. a. n, h, i, t, c, a, g, o, g, t b. our, often, come, time, free, here, we, in. c. groups, say, lines, of, student, different, will, different. d. lives, his, parents, Bogra, in, an, Saikat, with, apartment, in. e. sewing, in, her, time, free, loves, she. Answer a. Chittagong b. We often come here in our free time. c. Different groups of student will say different lines. d. Saikat lives in an apartment in Bogra with his parents. e. She loves sewing in her free time. 6. a. have, you, do, any, class, now? b. l, r, g, u, l, a, e, y, r c. you, have, done, your, homework? d. 29, Olympic, seen, already, has, the, world, games. e. don’t, like, potato, I, chips. Answer a. Do you have any class now? b. Regularly c. Have you done your homework? d. The world has already seen 29 Olympic Games. e. I don’t like potato chips.
Questions: 7 a. Jumps, tree, a, to, over, Fitzy. b. voice, my, lost, have, I. c. e, s, m, s, a, e, g d. you, how, are, Fitzy? e. Rebecca Rabbit, the, on, grass, sitting, is. Answer: a. Fitzy jumps over to a tree. b. I have lost my voice. c. Message. d. How are you, Fitzy? e. Rebecca Rabbit is sitting on the grass. 8 a. f, v, i, o, r, t, e, u b. live, my, in, I, with, parents, Dhaka c. should, good, you, eat, food. d. loves, read, Bithi, to, books. e. likes, visit, Raju, schools, to. Answer: a. Favourite. b. I live in Dhaka with my parents. c. You should eat good food. d. Bithi loves to read books. e. Raju likes to visit schools. 9 a. my, I, leisure, spend, gardening, time. b. game, what, you, play, do, like, to? c. often, how, watch, do, TV, you? d. are, candles, it, lit, on. e. h, t, h, o, u, g, t. Answer: a. I spend my leisure time gardening. b. What game do you like to play? c. How often do you watch TV? d. Candles are lit on it. e. thought.
Questions: 10. a. hare, there, once, was, a. b. you, to, happy, birthday. c. talking, to, she, mother, is, her. d. r, d, e, m, a e. game, what, you, play, do, like, to? Answer a. Once there was a hare. b. Happy birthday to you. c. She is talking to her mother. d. dream. e. What game do you like to play? 11. a. you, do, in, Sylhet, live? b. name, Mita, my, is. c. class, Rashid, Is, for, late? d. r, t, w, i, r, e e. is, Bithi, a quiet, person, not. Answer a. Do you live in Sylhet? b. My name is Mita. c. Is Rashid late for class? d. writer. e. Bithi is not a quiet person. 12. a. l, u, f, i, t, u, a, e, b b. do, a, does, singer, what? c. not, no, all, at. d. seven, past, it’s, half. e. comes, Tuesday, after, Monday. Answer a. Beautiful. b. What does a singer do? c. No, not at all. d. It’s half past seven. e. Tuesday comes after Monday. # Arrange and rewrite the following words so that they make sense. Questions: 13. a. like, would, to, you, come? b. o, f, o, s, d c. millionaire. I, I, a, were, wish! d. it, time, is, what, now? e. cannot, spring, see, Maria, day, the. Answer a. Would you like to come? b. Foods c. I wish I were a millionaire. d. What time is it now? e. Maria cannot see the spring day. 14. a. do, family, what, for, does, the, she? b. date, the, second, what, day, of, January, is? c. r, e, b, m, e, m, e, r d. far, is, Teknaf, how, Chittagong, from? e. groups, say, lines, of, students, different, will, different. Answer a. What does she do for the family? b. What date is the second day of January? c. Remember. d. How far is Chittagong from Teknaf? e. Different students of different groups will say lines. 15. a. way, hospital, that, is the. b. you, sailing, can, sea, go, the, in. c. is, minutes, it, 7, fifteen, o’clock, past. d. half-way, I, already, through, am. e. e, p, a, i, r, i, d, m Answer a. The hospital is that way. b. You can go sailing in the sea. c. It is fifteen minutes past 7 o’clock. d. I am already through half -way. e. Impaired 20. a. I, what, do, say, can, you? b. kind, are, they, polite, and. c. fair, at, see, the, you. d. r, n, i, t, o, d, c, u, e. e. in, year, months, a, twelve. Answer a. Can you say what I do? b. They are polite and kind. c. See you at the fair. d. Introduce. e. Twelve months in a year. 21. a. x, c, e, d, e, i, t b. made, lot, he, a, of, mistakes. c. stay, in, I, Dhaka, will, for, days, two. d. game, you, like, what, do, to, play? e. the, at, the, last, tortoise, won, game. Answer a. Excited. b. He made a lot of mistakes. c. I will stay in Dhaka for two days. d. What game do you like to play? e. At last, the tortoise won the game. 22. a. name, is, what, your? b. over, Fitzy, to, a, rock, jumps. c. kind, what, of, cake, you, like, do? d. time, is, what, it? e. f, a, c, r, e, u, l. Answer a. What is your name? b. Fitzy jumps over to a rock. c. What kind of cake do you like? d. What time is it? e. careful. 23. a. name, Kishoreganj, of, home, the, town, is, my. b. far, is, Teknaf, now, from, Chittagong? c. name, your, what’s friend’s best? d. do, when, get up, you, bed, from? e. e, o, h, u, s, s. Answer a. Kishoreganj is the name of my home town. b. Is Chittagong far from Teknaf now? c. What’s your best friend’s name? d. When do you get up from bed? e. Houses. 24. a. kind, are, polite, and, they. b. want, know, what, you, do, to? c. o, w, n, e, d, r, l, f, u. d. spend, leisure, your, you, do, how, time? e. yourself, know, don’t, you. Answer a. They are kind and polite. b. What do you want to know? c. Wonderful. d. How do you spend your leisure time? e. You don’t know yourself.
Questions: 20. a. I, what, do, say, can, you? b. kind, are, they, polite, and. c. fair, at, see, the, you. d. r, n, i, t, o, d, c, u, e. e. in, year, months, a, twelve. Answer a. Can you say what I do? b. They are polite and kind. c. See you at the fair. d. Introduce. e. Twelve months in a year. 21. a. x, c, e, d, e, i, t b. made, lot, he, a, of, mistakes. c. stay, in, I, Dhaka, will, for, days, two. d. game, you, like, what, do, to, play? e. the, at, the, last, tortoise, won, game. Answer a. Excited. b. He made a lot of mistakes. c. I will stay in Dhaka for two days. d. What game do you like to play? e. At last, the tortoise won the game. 22. a. name, is, what, your? b. over, Fitzy, to, a, rock, jumps. c. kind, what, of, cake, you, like, do? d. time, is, what, it? e. f, a, c, r, e, u, l. Answer a. What is your name? b. Fitzy jumps over to a rock. c. What kind of cake do you like? d. What time is it? e. careful. 23. a. name, Kishoreganj, of, home, the, town, is, my. b. far, is, Teknaf, now, from, Chittagong? c. name, your, what’s friend’s best? d. do, when, get up, you, bed, from? e. e, o, h, u, s, s. Answer a. Kishoreganj is the name of my home town. b. Is Chittagong far from Teknaf now? c. What’s your best friend’s name? d. When do you get up from bed? e. Houses. 24. a. kind, are, polite, and, they. b. want, know, what, you, do, to? c. o, w, n, e, d, r, l, f, u. d. spend, leisure, your, you, do, how, time? e. yourself, know, don’t, you. Answer a. They are kind and polite. b. What do you want to know? c. Wonderful. d. How do you spend your leisure time? e. You don’t know yourself.
25. Write the following words, phrases or sentences correctly so that they make a sense.
(a) guangela
(b) dnrife
(c) she/ do/ what/ does?
(d) when/ last/ you/ there/ did/ go?
(e) with/ was/ who/ you?
Answer to the question no 9 : (a) Language; (b) Friend. (c) What does she do? (d) When did you last go there? (e) Who was with you?
25. Arrange and rewrite the following words so that they make sense. 1X5 = 5
a. my, time, I, leisure, spend, gardening. b. game, What, you, play, do, like to? c. often, How, Watch, do, TV, you? d. Don’t, like, potato, I, chips. e. he. thought, the, hare, than, he, would, longer, slept. Answer to the question no. 9: a) I spend my leisure time gardening. b) What game do you like to play? c) How often do you watch TV? d) I don’t like potato chips. e) The hare slept longer than he thought he would.
26. Rewrite the following words, phrases or sentences correctly so that they make a sense. (a) ahfrte (b) itsfr (c) help/who/will/you? (d) a/mother/is/my/housewife? (e) is/your/what/nationality? Answer to the question no. 6 : (a) Father (b) First (c) Who will help you? (d) My mother is a housewife. (e) What is your nationality?
27. Arrange and rewrite the following words so that they make sense. (a) my, time, I, leisure, spend, gardening. (b) game, what, you, play, do, like, to? (c) often, how, watch, do, TV, you? (d) don’t, like, potato, I, chips. (e) he, thought, the, hare, than, he, would, longer, slept. Answer to the question no-5 : (a) I spend my leisure time gardening. (b) What game do you like to play? (c) How often do you watch TV? (d) I don’t like potato chips. (e) The hare slept longer than he thought he would.
28. Write the following words, sentences correctly so that they make sense.
(a) aemsuer
(b) raetrsue
c) fan, the, is, the, van, on
(d) I, a, saw, women, in, veil, a. (e) vine, fox, the, saw, the, on, grapes, a. Answer to the question no.-2: (a) measure (b) treasure (c) The fan is on the van. (d) I saw a women in a veil. (e) The fox saw the grapes on a vine.
29. Arrange and rewrite the following words so that they make sense. 1–5 = 5 a. my, time, I, leisure, spend, gardening. b. game, What, you, play, do, like to? c. often, How, Watch, do, TV, you? d. Don’t, like, potato, I, chips. e. he. thought, the, hare, than, he, would, longer, slept.
30. Write the following words/phrases/sentences correctly: (a) kchierdanhfe (b) of/lot/a (c) friends/writes/letter/a/to/she/her (d) at/school/are/how/things? (e) well/not/am/feeling/ I.
31. Rearrange the sentences to build up questions and answer them. (a) do/ study/ where/ you? (b) your/ does/ where/ live/ family? (c) is/ your/ what/ father? (d) get up/ you/ do/ when/ bed/ from? (e) are/ how/ old/ you?
32. Rearrange the following words, sentences correctly so that they make sense. 1 (a) erapatmnt
(b) gerfifihtre
(c) Mr, a, banker, his, father, is, Islam.
(d) notacro
(e) time, her, loves, she, sewing, in, free.
33. Write the following words/phrase/sentences correctly.
(a) I, today, to do, work, meant, my.
(b) own, rhythm, English, its, speech, has.
(c) time, books, I, by, spend, my, reading, leisure, story.
W/h question begins with some specific words like who, which, what, when, where, why, how, whom, how much, how many. These are known as ‘WH’ questions.
Question words are also called wh questions because they include the letters ‘W’ and ‘H’.
Question words
Meaning
Examples
who
person
Who’s that? That’s Nantu.
where
place
Where do you live? In Dhaka.
why
reason
Why do you sleep early? Because I’ve got to get up early.
when
time
When do you go to work? At 7:00
how
manner
How do you go? By car
what
object, idea or action
What do you do? I am an engineer
which
choice
Which one do you prefer? The red one.
whose
possession
Whose is this book? It’s Alam’s.
whom
object of the verb
Whom did you meet? I met the manager.
what kind
description
What kind of music do you like? I like quiet songs
what time
time
What time did you come home?
how many
quantity (countable)
How many students are there? There are twenty.
how much
amount, price (uncountable)
How much time have we got? Ten minutes
how long
duration, length
How long did you stay in that hotel? For two weeks.
how often
frequency
How often do you go to the gym? Twice a week.
how far
distance
How far is your school? It’s one mile far.
how old
age
How old are you? I’m 16.
how come
reason
How come I didn’t see you at the party?
Formation of Interrogative sentences with W/h question
W/h+ auxiliary verb + sub + verb + ext +?
When did he leave? Why did you choose to keep your child? How did it get so late so soon? Where do you want to go today? Where do you work? When does she wake up? Whom did you see? How does this work? When did Nina sleep well? What did you do then? What would you like to eat? Who/whom/what do you want to see? What will he say? Who/whom/what did you see? About who/whom/what are you speaking? What do you mean? Who do you think is right?
W/h + verb+ ext +?
Who wants to save the world? What is the use of a house? Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Why is a raven like a writing-desk? Who is your brother? Where are you from? Who is that man? When is your class? Are you from Canada? Whose are these keys? Who is knocking at the door? What is your phone number? Who came here in the morning? Which/what is better – wisdom or riches? What is a continent? Who knows the answer?
W/h+ to be verb + sub + verb3 + ext +?
How was it done well? Why is it shown to him? What is it meant? When has the glass been broken? How is she informed tonight? Why can he be called today? What was he asked for? When have you been seen by me? How am I helped? By who/whom was this book written?
W/h + noun + auxiliary verb + sub + verb+ ext +?
Whose turn is it? Which colour do you want? How much wealth do you need? Which book have you lost that you are searching? Which book do you like? Which offer did he choose? What kind of place do you live in? Which painting do you like the best? Whose parents are coming to the meeting tomorrow? What time must we be there? What kind of music do you listen to? How much money do you have?
Make Wh questions from the given sentences (by using Who, What, When, Where, Why, Which and How). Student will make question with the underlined word. (Competency based)
Examples on Unit 1
a. Andy is going to the book fair.
Ans. Where is Andy going?
b. My grandmother is fine.
Ans. How is your grandmother?
c. Tamal can meet Andy in an hour.
Ans. When can Tamal meet Andy?
d. Andy says goodbye to Tamal.
Ans. Who says goodbye to Tamal?
e. Ms. Smith is a new English teacher.
Ans. Who is a new English Teacher?
f. Ms. Smith is a new English teacher.
Ans. What is Ms. Smith?
g. The fan is on the van.
Ans. Where is the fan?
h. I like grapes from the vine.
Ans. What do you like from the vine?
Unit 3.
a. Saikat’s father’s name is Mr. Rashidul Islam.
Ans. What is Saikat’s father’s name?
b. He is a banker.
Ans.What is he?
c. She is a housewife.
Ans. What is she?
d. She makes dresses in her free time.
Ans. What does she do in her free time?
e. She makes dresses in her free time.
Ans. When does she make dresses?
f. Saikat lives with his parents in a flat.
Ans. Where does Saikat live with his parents?
g. In his free time he writes stories.
Ans. When does he write stories?
h. In his free time, he writes stories.
Ans. What does he do in his free time?
i. Saikat is in class 5.
Ans. What class is Saikat in?
j. Saikat studies at 6 o’clock.
Ans. When does Saikat study?
Make WH questions with the underlined words. (Competency based)
a. The hare ran as fast as he could.
Answer: How did the hare run?
b. The hare was furious.
Answer: How was the hare?
c. The hare saw the tortoise.
Answer: What did the hare see?
d. The hare went to sleep.
Answer: What did the hare do?
e. The hare felt very angry.
Answer: How did the hare feel?
Make WH questions with the underlined words. (Competency based)
a. A person’s birthday is a special day.
Answer: How is a person’s birthday?
b. This is the date when someone was born.
Answer: What is this date?
c. People around the world celebrate birthdays.
Answer: Who celebrate birthdays?
d. People around the world celebrate birthdays.
Answer: What do people around the world do?
e. There are candles on the cake.
Answer: What are there on the cake?
Make WH questions with the underlined words. (Competency based)
a. It is his home town.
Answer: What is it?
b. The next day was awful.
Answer: How was the next day?
c. He found Nipa in a field.
Answer: Where did he find Nipa?
d. They took Nipa at home.
Answer: Where did they take Nipa?
e. Babul and his family went to live in the school.
Answer: Who went to live in the school?
Making five Wh questions from the given statements (By using Who, What, when, Where, Why, Which and How). Student will make question with the underlined word(s) : (Competency based). 1. Raju was in class 5.
Ans. What class was Raju in?
2. Raju is a fire fighter,
Ans. Who is a fire fighter?
3. A long time ago there was a fire in Raju’s School.
Ans. When was there a fire in Raju’s school?
4. Raju teaches new fire fighters.
Ans. What does Raju do to the new fire fighters?
5. There are 13 Upazilas in the district.
Ans. How many Upazilas are there in the district?
Try yourself
Unit 1
I’m going to Chittagong.
Sima is from Sylhet.
Jessica is from Chittagong.
Sima’s train is leaving in 10 minutes.
Sima and Jessica are at railway station.
Jessica is going there for hoilday.
Sima and Tamal are in the Town Hall Language Club.
Sima and Tamal are in the Town Hall Language Club
They go there for practise speaking English.
Andy is a young man.
He is reading a book about Bangladesh.
He is reading.
I met him yesterday at the bookshop.
I met him yesterday at the bookshop.
Sima wants to meet the new person for practise her English with him.
Unit 2
Andy is going to the book fair.
My grandmother is fine.
Tamal can meet Andy in an hour.
Andy says goodbye to Tamal by see you.
Ms. Smith is a new English teacher.
Ms. Smith is a new English teacher.
The fan is on the van.
I like grapes from the vine.
Unit 3.
Saikat’s father’s name is Mr. Rashidul Islam.
He is a banker.
She is a housewife.
She makes dresses in her free time.
She makes dresses in her free time.
Saikat lives with his parents in a flat.
In his free time, he writes stories.
Saikat is in class 5.
Saikat studies at 6 o’clock.
He wants to improve her English.
He likes book about animals.
He is a good student.
Saikat was helping his mother at 8 o’clock.
Saikat was helping his mother at 8 o’clock.
I was sitting in my class.
Miss Khan is teaching.
Make five W/H (Who, What, When, Where, Why, Which and How) Questions according to underlined words from the given statements. (Competency based)2×5=10
a) Javed is a footballer.
b) My favourite hobby is stamp collecting.
c) Minara Begum is an affectionate
d) The examination will be finished at 4:00 pm.
e) We will go to fieldto play football.
Answers :
a) Who is a footballer?
b) What is your favourite hobby?
c) How is Minara Begum as a woman?
d) When will the examination be finished?
e) Where will we go to play football?
a) Englishlanguagehas its rhythm.
b) Jamila returns from shop by rickshaw.
c) The man walked quickly to catch the train.
d) Every studentshould go to school every day.
e) My younger brother loves to play badminton.
Answers :
a) Which language has its rhythm?
b) How does Jamila returns from shop?
c) Why did the man walk quickly?
d) Who should go to school every day?
e) What does my younger brother love to play?
a) Mr. Rakibshows us the way to tea garden.
b) Saikatread in village school.
c) The winter morning is coldand glommy.
d) Our school was established in 1989.
e) Rafia is at school
Answers:
a) Who shows us the way to tea garden?
b) Who read in a village school.
c) How is the winter morning?
d) When was our school established?
e) Where is Rafia now?
a) Chessis their fvourite game.
b) There are twenty four hoursin a day.
c) Laila goes to library in afternoon.
d) Bulbulwas the youngest member of his family.
e) She has gone to gardento pluck some flowers.
Answers:
a) What is their favourite game?
b) How many hours are there in a day?
c) When does Laila go to library?
d) Who was the youngest member of his family?
e) Where has she gone to pluck some flowers?
a) Chittagongis the port city of Bangladesh.
b) There are seven daysin a week.
c) Everybody respects Abdur Rahman for his honesty.
d) The railway station is on the left way.
e) Blusteris lying on rock.
Answers :
a) What is the port city of Bangladesh?
b) How many days are there in a week?
c) Why does everybody respect Abdur Rahman?
d) Which way is the railway station?
e) Who is lying on rock?
a) Shihabwas gossiping with his friends.
b) The parrots are eating grain.
c) There are thirtygirls in our classroom.
d) Bangladesh became independent in 1971.
e) Sorna is drawing a picture on the table.
Answers :
a) Who was gossiping with his friends?
b) What are the parrots eating?
c) How many students are there in your classroom?
d) When did Bangladesh become independent?
e) Where is Sorna drawing a picture?
a) Laila and Bithiare friends..
b) Mr. Rahman is a teacher.
c) The girls go to school on foot.
d) I am going there for visiting my sister.
e) The small boywas crying in the class.
Answers :
a) Who are friends?
b) What is Mr. Rahman?
c) How do the girls go to school?
d) Why are you going there?
e) Which boy was crying in the class?
Make five W/H (Who, What, When, Where, Why, Which and How) Questions according to underlined words from the given statements. (Competency based) 2×5=10
a) Muhinis a cricketer.
b) My favourite hobby is gardening.
c) My mother is an affectionate
d) The examination will be finished at 4:00 pm.
e) They will go to fieldto play football.
Answers :
a) Who is a cricketer?
b) What is your favourite hobby?
c) How is my mother as a woman?
d) When will the examination be finished?
e) Where will they go
to play football?
a) Mina read in classfive.
b) Motheris preparing food.
c) Summer days are very hotin Bangladesh.
d) The boy is reading attentively to make good result.
e) My brother likes blue
Answers :
a) What class did Mina read in?
b) Who is preparing food?
c) How are summer days in Bangladesh?
d) Why is the boy reading attentively?
e) Which colour does my brother like?
a) He reads in class five.
b) The girl sings very nicely.
c) Saniais my best friend.
d) My school starts at 8:00 am.
e) She was going to Dhaka.
Answers :
a) What class does he read?
b) How does the girl sings?
c) Who is my best friend?
d) When does my school start?
e) Where was she going?
a) English language has its rhythm.
b) Jamila goes to shop by bus.
c) The man walked quickly to catch the train.
d) Theyshould go to school everyday.
e) My grandfather loves to eat mango.
Answers :
a) What does English language have?
b) How does Jamila go to shop?
c) Why did the man walk quickly?
d) Who should go to school everyday?
e) Which fruit does my grandfather love to eat?
a) Mituwas playing with the pet.
b) The sparrows are eating grain.
c) There are fifty fivestudents in our class room.
d) Bangladesh became independent in 1971.
e) The man is drawing a picture on the wall.
Answers :
a) Who was playing with the pet?
b) What are the sparrows eating?
c) How many students are there in your class room?
d) When did Bangladesh become independent?
e) Where is the man drawing a picture?
Make five W/H (Who, What, When, Where, Why, Which and How) Questions according to underlined words from the given statements. (Competency based)2×5=10
a) My mother is a teacher.
b) The girlsings a nice song.
c) Amrin is a brilliant
d) They love the singer for his voice.
e) They need a red pen.
Answers :
a) What is your mother?
b) Who sings a nice song?
c) How is Amrin as a student?
d) Why do they love the singer?
e) Which pen do they need?
a) Our nationality is Bangladeshi.
b) The Cox’s Bazar sea beach is 120 kilometers long.
c) Fariacan solve the problem.
d) The language movement took place in 1952.
e) The bird was kept in the cage.
Answers :
a) What is our nationality?
b) How long is the Cox’s Bazar sea beach?
c) Who can solve the problem?
d) When did the language movement take place?
e) Where was the bird kept?
a) The peacock looks fine.
b) The old man speaks weakly.
c) My favourite food is vegetable.
d) Hasib wants to go out for playing football.
e) The big hand is the minute hand in a clock.
Answers :
a) How does the peacock look?
b) Who speaks weekly?
c) What is your favourite food?
d) Why does Hasib want to go out?
e) Which hand is the minute hand in a clock?
a) The guideshows us the way to tea garden.
b) My grandfather was a farmer.
c) The winter morning is misty.
d) Our school was established in 1989.
e) Sadia is at school
Answers :
a) Who shows us the way to tea garden?
b) What was your grandfather?
c) How is the winter morning?
d) When was our school established?
e) Where is Sadia now?
a) Amina reads in class five.
b) Mr. Rakib is a teacher.
c) The girls go to school on foot.
d) I am going there for visiting my sister.
e) The small boywas crying in the class.
Answers :
a) Who reads in class five?
b) What is Mr. Rakib?
c) How do the girls go to school?
d) Why are you going there?
e) Which boy was crying in the class?
a) Jamil’s favourite game is Cricket.
b) Nishatlearnt to speak French.
c) Everyone got afraidfor fire in school building.
d) Maria gets up from bed early in the morning.
e) Nadia lives in Chittagong.
Answers :
a) What is Jamil’s favourite game?
b) Who learnt to speak French?
c) How did everyone get for fire in school building?
1. … (T)he Negro is still not free. … the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of segregation and the chains of discrimination. … (T)he Negro lives on a lonely island of poverty of the midst of a vast ocean of material prosperity. … (T)he Negro is still languishing in the corners of American society and finds himself an exile in his own land. So we have come here today to dramatize a shameful condition ….
I say you today, my friends, so even though we face the difficulties of today and tomorrow, I still have a dream. It is a dream deeply rooted in the American dream.
I have a dream that one day this nation will rise up and live out the true meaning of its creed: “We hold these truths to be self-evident; that all men are created equal.”
I have a dream that one day on the red hills of Georgia, the sons of former slaves and the sons of former slave owners will be able to sit down together at the table of brotherhood. I have a dream that one day even the state of Mississippi, a state sweltering with the heat of injustice, sweltering with the heat of oppression, will be transformed into an oasis of freedom and justice.
I have a dream that my four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged by the color of their skin but by the content of their character.
I have a dream today.
Summary: Martin Luther King Jr. laments the ongoing segregation and discrimination against African Americans, feeling they are exiled in their own land. Despite these challenges, he envisions a nation embodying the true creed of equality. He dreams of Georgia as a land of brotherhood and Mississippi as an oasis of freedom and justice. He hopes for a future where individuals are judged by their character, not the color of their skin. King’s vision is one of unity and fairness for all.
2. Unit-1, Lesson-1
My brothers, The Assembly has been called into session on the 25th of March. But the blood spilled on our streets has not yet dried. About the 10th of this month, I have told them: Mujibur Rahman won’t join the Round Table Conference because that would mean wading over the blood that has been shed. Although you have called the Assembly into session, you’ll have to listen to my demands first.
You’ll have to withdraw Martial Law. You’ll have to return all army personnel to their barracks. You’ll have to investigate the way our people have been murdered. And you’ll have to transfer power to the representatives of the people. It is only then that I’ll decide whether we will take our seats in the Assembly or not. I don’t want the Prime Minister’s office. We want the people of this country to have their rights. I want to state clearly that from this day Bangladesh’s courts, magistracies, government offices and educational institutions will be shut down indefinitely.
Remember: since we have already had to shed blood, we’ll have to shed a lot more of it; by the Grace of God, however, we’ll be able to liberate the people of this land. The struggle this time is a struggle for freedom-the struggle this time is a struggle for emancipation. Long live Bengal!
Summary: My brothers, the Assembly is set to convene on March 25th, but blood has recently been spilled in our streets. On March 10th, I told them Mujibur Rahman would not attend the Round Table Conference due to this violence. Before any Assembly meeting, several demands must be met: Martial Law must be withdrawn, army personnel must return to their barracks, the killings of our people must be investigated, and power must be transferred to the people’s representatives. We seek not the Prime Minister’s office but the rights of our people, and thus, Bangladesh’s institutions will shut down indefinitely. Our struggle is for freedom and emancipation, and despite the bloodshed, we will ultimately liberate our land. Long live Bengal!
3. Unit-3, Lesson-1
Dreams have fascinated philosophers for thousands of years, but only recently have dreams been subjected to empirical research and scientific study. Chances are that you’ve often found yourself puzzling over the content of a dream, or perhaps you’ve wondered why you dream at all.
First, let’s start by answering a basic question: What is a dream? A dream can include any of the images, thoughts and emotions that are experienced during sleep. Dreams can be extraordinarily vivid or very vague; filled with joyful emotions or frightening images; focused and understandable or unclear and confusing. Why do we dream? What purpose do dreams serve? While many theories have been proposed, no consensus has emerged.
Considering the time we spend in a dreaming state, the fact that researchers do not yet understand the purpose of dreams may seem baffling. However, it is important to consider that science is still unraveling the exact purpose and function of sleep itself. Some researchers suggest that dreams serve no real purpose, while others believe that dreaming is essential to mental, emotional and physical well-being.
Summary: Dreams have intrigued philosophers for millennia, but only recently have they been studied scientifically. You might often puzzle over the content of your dreams or wonder why you dream at all. A dream includes any images, thoughts, and emotions experienced during sleep, varying from vivid and joyful to vague and frightening. The purpose of dreams remains unclear, with many theories but no consensus. While some researchers believe dreams serve no real purpose, others argue they are crucial for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
4. Unit-6, Lesson-2
Adolescents constitute a nation’s core resource for national renewal and growth. Adolescence is a period in life when transtition from childhood to adulthood takes place and behaviours and lifestyles are shaped. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), adolescence is the period which shapes the future of girls and boys’ lives.
There are 28 million adolescents in Bangladesh; 13.7 million of them are girls and 14.3 million boys. The situation of adolescent girls in Bangladesh is marginalization by inequality and subordination within the family and society. This inequality leads to widespread practice of child marriage, marginalization or exclusion from health, education and economic opportunities, and vulnerability to violence and sexual abuse.
In Bangladesh, the legal age of marriage is 18 for girls and 21 for boys. However, 33 Percent of adolescent girls are married before the age of 15 and 60 become mothers by the age of 19. Research finds that adolescents with higher level of education and from more affluent families tend to marry at a later age. Boys, however, become ready for marriage only after several years of adolescence and young adulthood.
Summary: Adolescents are essential for a nation’s growth and renewal, marking the transition from childhood to adulthood where behaviors and lifestyles are formed. In Bangladesh, there are 28 million adolescents, with 13.7 million girls and 14.3 million boys. Adolescent girls face significant marginalization and inequality, leading to issues such as child marriage, limited access to health, education, and economic opportunities, and vulnerability to violence. Despite the legal marriage age being 18 for girls, 33% marry before 15, and 60% become mothers by 19. Research indicates that higher education and affluence delay marriage for girls, while boys typically marry later after adolescence.
5. Unit 5, Lesson 1
Sheikh Kamal, the eldest son of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Bangamata Fazilatunnesa Mujib, was born in Tungipara, Gopalganj. He received his secondary education at Dhaka’s BAF Shaheen School and later attended Dhaka College, where he pursued his higher studies in the Department of Sociology at Dhaka University. Beyond his academic pursuits, Sheikh Kamal led a vibrant and creative life, actively participating in sports and cultural activities.
He was an accomplished basketball and cricket player, earning a reputation as a sports organizer. Additionally, he had a keen interest in classical music, learning to play the Sitar under the guidance of Ustad Ful Mohammad at Chhayanaut. He also had a passion for the Piano and maintained a collection of musical instruments in his home at Dhanmondi, Road no. 32.
Sheikh Kamal was known for his disciplined routine, often beginning his day by practicing the Sitar. He was involved in sports like basketball, football, and cricket, and he dedicated his evenings to rehearsing plays, such as his participation in the stage performance of “Kabar” written by renowned playwright Shaheed Munir Chowdhary. He co-founded Dhaka Theatre and played a role in founding Spondon Shilpi Gosthi, a cultural organization. He is also remembered for founding Abahoni Krira Chokro, which introduced modern football to the country.
Sheikh Kamal’s life was marked by a passionate pursuit of sports, culture, and the arts, leaving a lasting impact on various facets of Bangladeshi society.
Summary: Sheikh Kamal, the eldest son of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman and Bangamata Fazilatunnesa Mujib, was born in Tungipara and educated in Dhaka, where he studied sociology at Dhaka University. He led a vibrant life, excelling in sports like basketball and cricket, and engaging deeply in cultural activities such as playing the Sitar and the Piano. Known for his disciplined routine, he began his days with Sitar practice and spent evenings rehearsing plays, including “Kabar.” Sheikh Kamal co-founded Dhaka Theatre and Spondon Shilpi Gosthi, and founded Abahoni Krira Chokro, which modernized football in Bangladesh. His contributions to sports, culture, and the arts left a significant impact on Bangladeshi society.
6. 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 apart of life too? And if art has beauty as an important ingredient, can it confine itself only to a projection of beauty? Can art ignore what is not beautiful?
Poets and artists have provided an answer by incorporating both into their work. In doing so, they have often tied beauty to truth and justice, so that what is not beautiful assumes a tolerable proportion as something that represents some truth about life. John Keats, the romantic poet, wrote in his celebrated ‘Ode on a Grecian Urn’ ‘Beauty is truth, truth beauty,’ by which he means that truth, even if it’s not pleasant, becomes beautiful at a higher level. Similarly, what is beautiful forever remains true. Another meaning, in the context of the Grecian Urn an art object-is that truth is a condition of art.
Summary: Beauty is easy to appreciate but difficult to define, raising questions about its objective identity and universality. It can manifest through its absence, highlighting the role of ugliness in life, especially in the context of societal issues like hunger and injustice. Philosophers and artists have integrated both beauty and ugliness into their work, connecting beauty with truth and justice. John Keats encapsulates this idea in “Ode on a Grecian Urn,” suggesting that truth, even if unpleasant, attains a higher level of beauty. Thus, art must encompass both the beautiful and the ugly to represent life’s truths.
7. Education gives us knowledge and set of abilities to function meaningfully in life, such as the ability to decide things rationally and make the right choices. As we learn how to read, write and do the basic operations of arithmetic. We gain a degree of self-confidence. We learn to think for ourselves and articulate our thoughts; we pick up skills to communicate with others and manage our affairs well. Education helps us think independently and make our own opinions. As we know more about the world. We appreciate the good things it offers us but also become critical of the deviations from the values it imparts and the rise of hatred or conflict that follows.
The first thing education does is to gives us an awareness about ourselves which leads to the development of our personality. As we begin school we feel the need to belong to the class and make friends. We than expand our community and finally our country. Education thus prepares every child to become an active member of the community and work for its welfare.
Education it is believed releases our potentials and our inner strengths. It sharps our intellect and develops our creativity. As we are taught to reason well and find solutions to the problems of life we become productive members of society. Education by definition is progressive and liberal, teaching us to respect human diversity and cultural and religious differences. If all of us practice these values in life, the world become a much happier place.Summary: Education equips us with the knowledge and abilities to make rational decisions, communicate effectively, and manage our affairs confidently. It fosters independent thinking and helps us form our own opinions, while also making us critical of societal deviations and conflicts. By raising self-awareness, education develops our personality and prepares us to be active, community-oriented citizens. It enhances our intellect, creativity, and problem-solving skills, making us productive members of society. Ultimately, education promotes respect for diversity and, if practiced universally, can create a happier world.
8. According to some myths and legends, Gazi Pir was a Muslim saint who is said to have spread Islam in the parts of Bengal close to the Sundarbans. He was credited with many miracles. For example, he could supposedly calm dangerous and make them docile. He is usually depicted in paats or scroll paintings riding a fierce-looking Bengal tiger, a snake in his hand, but in apparent danger. According to some stories, he also fought crocodiles who threatened the people of a region full of canals and creeks, indeed, a kind of watery jungle bordering the Bay of Bengal. Because of his alert and vigilant presence, all predatory animals were said to have been kept within bounds. It was also believed that he enabled villagers to live close to forests and jungles and cultivate their lands. Consequently, people of these regions would pray to him for protection. The story of Gazi Pir has been preserved in folk literature as well as art and has been performed in indigenous theatre. In fact, some Gazir paat scrolls are part of the collection of the British Museum.
Summary: Gazi Pir, a Muslim saint, is said to have spread Islam in the Bengal region near the Sundarbans and performed numerous miracles, including calming dangerous animals and fighting crocodiles. He is often shown in scroll paintings riding a Bengal tiger with a snake in his hand. His vigilant presence was believed to keep predatory animals in check, enabling villagers to live near forests and cultivate their lands safely. People in the region prayed to him for protection. His story is preserved in folk literature, art, and indigenous theatre, with some Gazir paat scrolls featured in the British Museum.
9. Bangladesh is blessed with huge inland open water resources. It has numerous rivers, canals, beels, lakes, and vast areas of floodplains. Hakaluki Haor is one of the major wetlands of Bangladesh. With a land area of 18,386 hectares, it supports a rich biodiversity and provides direct and indirect livelihood benefits to nearly 190,000 people. This haor was declared an Ecologically Critical Area in April 1999 by the Government of Bangladesh.
Hakaluki is a complex ecosystem, containing more than 238 interconnecting beels and jalmahals. The most important beels Chatla, Pinlarkona, Dulla, Sakua, Barajalla, Balijhuri, Lamba, Tekonia, Haorkhal, Tural, Baghalkuri and Chinaura.
Hakaluki Haor is bounded by the Kushiara river as well as a part of the Sonai-Bardal river to the north, by the Fenchuganj-Kulaura railway to the west and to the south, and by the Kulaura-Beanibazar road to the east. The haor falls under two administrative districts, Maulvibazar and Sylhet. Some 190,000 people live in the area surrounding the haor.
Hakaluki Haor is an important source of fisheries resources for Bangladesh. Kalibaus, Boal, Rui, Ghagot, Pabda and Chapila are the main fish species found here. From the Kushiara there are frequent upstream movements of fish towards the beels and tributaries of Hakaluki. The beels in Hakaluki Haor provide winter shelter for the mother fisheries. In early monsoon these mother fisheries produce millions of fries for the entire downstream fishing communities. Floodplains are also an important source of fisheries resources within the area. However, many of the beels have lost their capacity to provide shelter for mother fisheries because of sand deposits from upstream rivers and canals, use of complete dewatering technique for fishing and lack of aquatic plants to provide feed and shelter for parent fish.
Summary: Bangladesh possesses abundant inland open water resources, including rivers, canals, beels, lakes, and floodplains, with Hakaluki Haor being one of its major wetlands. Spanning 18,386 hectares, Hakaluki Haor supports rich biodiversity and provides livelihood benefits to nearly 190,000 people, and was declared an Ecologically Critical Area in 1999. This complex ecosystem comprises over 238 interconnecting beels and jalmahals and is located between the districts of Maulvibazar and Sylhet. Hakaluki Haor is crucial for fisheries, hosting species like Kalibaus, Boal, Rui, Ghagot, Pabda, and Chapila, and serving as a winter refuge for mother fisheries that produce fries during the monsoon. However, the beels are losing their capacity to support fisheries due to sand deposits, complete dewatering techniques, and the lack of aquatic plants.
Fill in each gap using appropriate word from the box below to complete the following passage.
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1. The world is getting (a) — because of pollution. Every year millions of people all over the world die (b) — as a result of pollution. In the recent years there have been (c) — reports that the worlds (d) — is undergoing a significant (e) —. All these reports provide strong (f) — that world temperatures are (g) — day by day. Climatologists (h) — that midway through the next century temperatures may have (i) — as much as 4 c. This could raise sea-levels and thereby (j) —.
2. Bangladesh (a) —- in the active earthquake zone. It is (b) — to all Bangladeshis. Experts are alarmed by the (c) —– of quakes during recent years. But they give no (d) — answer to the question of (e) — about the buildings of Dhaka city. As there is every (f) —- of earthquakes in Bangladesh, experts call for taking adequate (g) —measures to (h) — losses. RAJUK (i) —- that an earthquake resistant building code should be (j) —-.
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3. In 1884 France (a) — the United States with gift as a dramatic gesture of friendship. This (b) — gift was in the form of a huge copper statue. Its (c) — name is “Liberty Enlightening the world”. Most people, however, (d) — it simply as the statue of liberty. The piece of the statue (e) — in the United States in 214 cases. The French people donated the money for the (f) — of the statue. Grateful, the people of the United states collected the funds for the (g) — granite and concrete pedestal. This impressive monument found a (h) — home on Liberty Island in New York harbour. At 151 feet and I inch high, it (i) — one of the largest statues in the world. The monumental lady with the torch quickly became a (j) — of American democracy.
4. Returning home can be very difficult. When people (a) — to their home countries, they often find many changes. The (b) — old streets may not look the same. People they remember may not (c) — them. If they go back to their own childhood house, the house may look very (d) —. It may (e) — small and cramped. One woman wrote that she returned to her (f) — and her house was gone. In its (g) —, there was a little, modern grocery shop. No one (h) — her. She was extremely (i) —. It is also possible to return to a place where everyone remembers you. That makes a person feel happy inside; at least you were not (j) —.
Answer: (a) presented (b) massive/ spectacular (c) official (d) know (e) arrived (f) construction (g) round/ massive (h) permanent (i) remains (j) symbol
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5. Once upon a time, there was a King who was very fond of (a) — his future from the astrologers. A famous astrologer (b) — to stop at his capital on his way to Benaras. The King called on him to know about his future and the astrologer told him something (c) —. At this the King got (d)— and condemned him to (e) — saying, ‘Men like you should not live to (f) — the peace of the world.’ But another thought had crossed his mind before the astrologer was removed for (g) —. ‘How long will you live?’ asked the King. With ready (h) — the astrologer said, ‘The stars (i) — that I shall die only a week before your majesty. So, good bye.’ Hearing this, the King turned pale like a dead man and shouted, ‘Drive this (j) — away, let him not come here again.’
6. One day a lad went to a famous teacher and having expressed his desires to (a) — knowledge, begged him to (b) — him in the arts and sciences. The learned man, wishing to (c) — out what sort of ability the lad (d) —, asked him where God (e) ¾. The lad replied, ‘I will answer you, if you will first (f) — me where he is (g) —.’ The sage, from this sensible (h) —, thought highly of the boy’s (i) —and according to his (j) — perfected him in his studies. Thus the wisdom of the wise manifests itself early.
Answer: (a) gain (b) teach (c) find (d) had (e) is (f) tell (g) not (h) reply (i) wit (j) ability.
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7. Bangladesh is a (a) — populated country, but a large number of her people are (b) —. It is not possible for her to ensure (c) — to the teeming millions. Self-employment is a possible (d) — to this problem. It means that people themselves should (e) — avenues for self-employment. Facilities for training in (f) — trades and vocations are available (g) — the country. The youths, in particular, can train themselves in any of these trades and turn into a useful (h) —. The Govt. also (i) — easy loans and counseling with a view to helping them start an (j) — earning activity.
8. Modern life (a) — much on transport. We can very well (b) — how important transport is when it is (c) — by natural calamities or during socio-political crises. In fact, transport has made it (d) — for us to reach places previously (e) —. It has (f) — helped the flourish of trade and commerce and to (g) — new knowledge and ideas. (h) — transport has (i) — friendship and understanding among nations and peoples (j) — the globe.
9. Self-employment means to create (a) — opportunity for (b) — by one’s own effort. Various government organizations are trying to (c) — a congenial atmosphere for self-employment. Different NGO’s have (d) — rendered their help. Livestock (e) —, agricultural (f) —, poultry (g) — are some of the (h) —. There are many (i) — for self-employment in Bangladesh. One can (j) — engage oneself in these jobs.
10. Money is power and can do much good and evil. It gives (a) — and delight. It (b) — do everything. A person (c) — is a person to be pitied. Nobody pays (d) — respect to him. His friends do not (e) — him. He has to depend on the (f) — of others. In order to (g) — money he does a lot of jobs. It is a must (h) — our life. But it does not necessarily (i) — happiness. Happiness is absolutely a (j) — matter.
Answer: (a) comfort (b) can (c) without money (d) any (e) love (f) mercy (g) earn (h) for (i) bring (j) different.
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11. We find changes in amusement and entertainment that (a) — taken place over time. Common forms of entertainment like snake charming, puppet shows, jarigan (b) — popular in the past are gradually (c)—–their appeal. They are (d) — out. We don’t (e) — the existence of many of these. Now people like to (f)—TV.They(g)— concert, disco, pop etc. All the changes that have (h) — place today are not (i) — good. Sometimes people are (j)—to receive some bad aspects of western culture.
Answer:(a) have (b) were (c) losing (d) dying (e) find (f) enjoy (g) prefer (h) taken (i) considered (j) bound
12. There are many people in our country who have a conservative (a) —. Quite early in life they learn to (b)—-that everything in this world was (c) —. They think all that happens to them was (d) — by God. From this belief the poor generally accept their (e) —. They also accept all their (f) —and suffering without trying much to overcome them. They also (g)—a firm belief that those who (h) — sufferings in this world will be (i) — rewarded in the next world. They also have the same sort of (j) — towards illness and disease.
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13. Over eating (a) — taking too much food (b) — one needs. We eat (c) — to overload our stomach but to (d)—-a sound health. A sound health (e)—-on eating habit, to some extent. Overeating tells (f) — our health. By (g) — awareness of the people habit of overeating can be (h) —. With a view to (i) — our body fit. We should (j) — taking too much food.
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14. Education is one of the basic (a) — of a human being and is (b) — for every kind of development. It(c) — us to make right choices in life. It (d) — our ability to raise crops, store food, (e)—-the environment and (f) — out our social responsibilities. It (g) — us with an enlightened (h) — about things. But education has to be (i) —. It is merely (j) — degrees from schools, colleges and universities. It is something more lasting more humane.
15. The destruction of forests and other (a) — is causing the (b) — of various plants and animals every day. In the last 25 years alone the world has lost one third of its natural wealth. Forests are being (c) — down. Moreover, they are being burnt (d) — resulting in an (e) — in carbon di oxide and ultimately the water level is (f) — as a consequence of global (g) —. It is (h) — that the new century will face an overwhelming environment (i) —. It is therefore (j) — to check the reckless pollution of the environment.
16. For international communication a common language is (a)—–. There are many (b)—for which English has achieved the (c) — of being that language. Now English has (d)—the national borders to (e)—people who speak other language. It is no longer the (f) — possession of British or American or other native speakers, but a language that belongs to (g) — people. This phenomenon has led to a (h) — variety of English around the world. As more and more people speak English, more and more varieties have (i) — which are strongly (j)—-by the pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the respective mother tongues.
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17. Sports are a (a) — form of entertainment. Many international sporting events are (b) — from time to time. Most of these events are (c) — by multinational manufacturing (d) — and business firms. They (e) — for the sports events in exchange for the right to (f) — their products during those events. These events are (g)—-worldwide by satellite and people all over the world watch them(h)—. As a result, the sponsors’ products (i)—-maximum media(j)—thus giving companies international recognition.
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18. Your performance in the interview is very important, even (a) — some people regard (b) — as poor predictors of future(c) —. There is a good(d) — of subjectivity in an interview to judge a (e) —, but as a candidate, he subjectivity inherent in interviews can work to your (f) —. If you manifest confidence and enthusiasm, smile a (g) — and generally look as though you know (h) — you are talking about, then you are well on the (i) — to a result. (j) — you respond is probably more important than what you say.
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19. Newspaper in Bangladesh have constantly (a) — our attention to the (b) — safety measures provided by (c)—-garment factors. They (d) — adequate space, (e) — staircases and (f) — exits. (g) — addition, most of the garment (h) — do not have any training (i) — fire safety. At least 104 garment employees were (j) — in fire related incidents.
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20. Many events of (a) — importance took place during the last century. Significant advances were made in the (b) — of science and technology. Many European colonies(c) — independence. The movement for democracy became (d)— in many parts of the world. Two worlds wars (e) — out in this country. It also witnessed the misuse of atomic energy. Two cities of Japan were completely (f) — as a result of the dropping of atom bombs. The Vietnam war and the Gulf war killed (g) — of innocent people. However, the emergence of Bangladesh as an (h) — nation was a momentous event. After a bloody (i) — of nine months. Bangladesh was born. Now we hold our heads (j) — in the comity of nations.
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21. Proper education (a) — a learner with opportunities of (b) — all his talents. Its aim is to (c) — him physically and (d) — so that he can be (e) — to himself and to the society. An educated man is (f) — but he also (g) — others in attaining self-reliance. He is supposed to be well mannered, kind and (h) —. So a man who has acquired knowledge and skill only for his maternal development cannot be (i) — a truly (j) — man.
22. Animals must be able to (a) — themselves from enemies in order to (b) —. Different animals have (c) — ways. Some animals are protective colouring that is their (d) — changes to much their (e) —. The tree tood changes (f) — gray to green when it (g) — from the trunk of a tree to green (h) —. Similarly, the dead leaf butterfly (i) — being seen by its enemies because it (j) — like to dray leaf.
23. The Shatgambuj Mosque is a 15 century Islamic (a) — situated in the suburbs of Bagerhat, on the (b) — of the Sundarbans, some 175 km south-west of Dhaka. It is an(c) — Mughal architectural site (d) — a very large area. The mosque is (e) — in that it has sixty pillars, which (f) — seventy seven exquisitely (g) — domes that have worn away with the (h) — of time. The mausoleum of the city’s (i)—Khan Jahan Ali can be found nearby. With the (j)—-of the mosque as a world Heritage Site it is hoped that this beautiful architectural movement will be preserved from further decay.
24. Women in our society have always been considered (a) — to men. The majority of houses are being (b) — usually by (c) — and women most often have no say in opinion. Their opinion is (d) …… unnecessary even in such important (e) — as the number of things they would like to have. In many households they are (f) — by the husbands. To (g) — their rights the government has introduced law. But (h) — sometimes can’t (i) — them. So what is more needed for them is the proper (j) —.
Answer: (a) subservient (b) dominated (c) husbands (d) considered (e) issues (f) beaten up (g) protect (h) law (i) save (j) education
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25. The development of railway in the 19th century has (a) — a profound (b) — on social and (c) — development in many parts of the world. This process is (d) — in most (f) — fashion by the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway. It is the first and still the most (f) — model of a (g) — train that goes (h)—–a mountain. It is (i)—-known as toy train perhaps because of its (j) — wagons and its slow speed.
26. Investment in education (a) — girls increase the economic and social (b)—-of development investment in all other sectors. Educating girls contributes (c) — wealth through its impact on economic development. Educated women have higher income (d) — than those who have (e) — no schooling. Educated mother is more (f) — to send both their boys and girls to school. It is important to realise that (g) — in girls education generally results (h) — an integrated approach to community development. Thus (i) —- to educate girls results in a tremendous waste of potential human (j) —.
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27. Today women (a) — an important role in all spheres of life. They (b) — no longer within the four walls of their home. They have (c) — out of their kitchens and are (d) — with men in all tine development programmes of the government. Many women have (e) — higher education and are (f) — as doctors, engineers, teachers, administrators, judges etc. They have been able to (g) — their worth. However, women still face (h) — discrimination. Many girls are married (i) — at an early age. Many never (j) — to school.
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28. It seems hard to believe that I’ve been in Savar for a whole month now! I promised to write you and tell you how I was (a) —. So here it goes. When I first got there I just couldn’t get used to the (b) — of life. Now, though I am learning to take things (c) — I am beginning to feel at home. You can’t imagine how (d) — the university campus is. It is very large, very green and (e) — the best campus in the country. It’s (f) — wonderful. My first (g) — of the students and teachers here is that they are really (h)—-and helpful. And the (i) — is wonderful. As you know I am staying in a hall of (j) — but life here is so different particularly if you are used to home comforts.
29. It (a) — difficult to drive in Bangladesh if you have no experience of (b) — here. Drivers change lanes (c) —. As a foreigner you may find lane changing (d) — signal quite distressing. Even drivers (e) — defying rules. Many people are not at all (f) — about traffic signals. They go around not (g) — what may happen to them if accident (h) — rickshaw and baby-taxis (i) — in and out in a zigzag course and try to push (j) — whenever they find some space.
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30. Hamidur Rahman was the (a) — who gave shape to the (b) — and design of the Shaheed Minar, by (c) — all the aspirations of Bengali (d) — and nationalism. He was the first art (e) — of Bangladesh who in the 1950s (f) — to Europe and studies at ‘Ecole de Beaux Art’ in Paris. He was the (g) — of the new painting movement in the (h) — Pakistan. But he is most (i) — for his remarkable (j) — of the Central Shaheed Minar.
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31. As the world’s communication system is (a) — day by day, the world’s seem to be (b)—–smaller. For the development of communication system, now we can easily (c) —with the people of other countries within a moment. Now, the world (d) — to be a village and the countries seem to be families. If we develop our (e) —understanding and co-operation, we can (f) — our world a better place. We should never (g) — domes that have won others as enemies but as friends. As a friend we should (h) — immediate help to other counties in their (i) — and sorrows. We should take them to be our (j) —-.
32. Dictionaries are very important books in the (a) — of a people. A dictionary lists the words in a language (b) — so that the reader may (c) — them easily. A dictionary entry gives us the accepted (d) — of a word, its division into (e) —, its pronunciation, its origins, and its meanings. Sometimes a dictionary also provides (f)—-or, opposites of a word. In addition, if the word is a (g) — that describes a visible thing, the dictionary may provide a (h) — of it. Dictionaries of the past, present and future can become your teachers and good (i) —. Don’t (j) —them.
33. Children are fond of festivals. They become very (a) — on a day of festival. If it is their birthday, their joys become over (b) —. They become very (c) — to have wishes from their beloved persons. The whole day they (d) — to spend times in joy. Usually a child on its birthday, gets up early and tries to (e) — closed to their parents. If (f)—a nice day, if it is presented anything very (g) — to it. Children also want to have their friends (h) — to their house on a festival. They expected to have party. Their joys give pleasure to their (i) —. We should try to keep the children always in a (j) — mind.
34. Education for girls is essential for the development in all (a) — of the society. So, investments in the education of (b) — will bring in greater (c) — in the field of economic and social (d) —-. Educated women can contribute more to the family (e) — than those who have no schooling. Educated (f) — are more likely to send their (g) —to school and look after their health and nutrition. Thus (h) — women can contribute to the (i) — development. On the other hand, failure to educate women is a tremendous (j) — of human resources.
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35. Language (a) — an important medium of expression of thoughts, feelings, ideas etc. We use it from the (b)—we wake up in the morning (c)—-we go to bed at night. We use language not only during our (d)—hours but also in our dreams. We use language to (e)—-what we feel and to say (f)—-we like or dislike. We also use it to (g)—information. In Short, language is an (h) — part of what we do, (i)—-and believe. We must avoid (j)——bad language.
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36. Many diseases are rising (a) — an (b) — rate, which experts believe is (c) — to increased (d) — of the development. Pollution (e) — to be greater in urban areas although rural societies too are (f) — by (g) — use of chemical fertilizers and insecticides. Nevertheless, today city people (h) — to suffer from many more diseases and suffer more (i) — than country people. Now let us see how life in cities is (j) — from that in the country.
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37. Microcredit institutions have a great (a) — in Bangladesh. Grameen Bank is one of them which has (b)—recognition. It (c) — money to the poor especially the (d)—-women. It (e) — the need to develop skills and (f) — consciousness among them. It creates(g) — opportunity for rural women. Thus institution has a positive (h) —on their economic variables and family (i) —. It also helps to (j) — their poverty.
38. Trees are very useful to humans. They (a) — the rich to soil from being (b) — away by rain water and floods. You can see trees being (c) — along mountain slopes, on roadsides, in parks and gardens. Trees give us shade. They (d) — life to a place with their colourful flowers, beautiful leaves, fruits and thick trunks. They (e) — shelters for birds and animals. They give us timber, medicines, paper, gum and many other useful things. They (f) — in carbon di-oxide and (g) — oxygen. As you know by now man (h) — oxyzen to (i) — and live. Trees are our best friends. We should (j) — them and plant more trees around us.
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39. In ancient times, education was (a) — for the general people but a (b) — for the chosen few who took on (c) —roles in the (d) — of the state and in a religion. (e) — Greece, education became more (f) — in about the 15th century BC. The Greeks, however, sent(g) — their male children to school. When Rome was (h) — by the Greeks, the Romans under Greek influence (i) — a strong (j) — of literacy.
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40. (a)—-illiteracy problem is the (b) — task of the hour. We must educate all of our people (c) — our balanced development; otherwise all of our development plans must go (d) —. If we can educate our people, half of our problems will be automatically (e) —. That’s why, education is (f) — the nerve of development. All strength and power to (g) — the development of our country(h) — from education. So, we (i) — give topmost priority on education sector if we really want the (j) — -of our dear motherland.
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41. Every year the Nobel Prize is awarded for outstanding (a) — to the field of science, literature, and economics and for the (b) — of peace. It is the world’s most (c) — prize. If there is more than one recipient, the prize money is (d) — equally among the winners. The prize was (e) — by Sir Alfred Nobel, the father of science of destruction. He (f) — dynamite. Though Nobel was born in Sweden, he was (g) — in Russia. For this important invention, he became (h) — all over the world. He earned a (i) — sum of money. The prize is given from the interest of the money. The winners of the Nobel Prize are (j) — with great respect across the globe.
42. Bangladesh is a (a) — populated country, but a large number of her people are (b) —. It is not possible for her to ensure (c) — to the teeming millions. Self-employment is a possible (d) — to this problem. It means that people themselves should (e) — avenues for self-employment. Facilities for training in (f) ——- trades and vocation are available (g) — the country. The youth, in particular, can train themselves in any of these trades and turn into a useful (h) —. The govt. also (i) — easy loans and counselling with a view to helping them start an (j) — earning activity.
43. Of the fast increasing population most of them are poor and (a) —-. They do not realize the (b) — consequences of having so many children. They do not know that they are creating the existing food problem more serious and more (c) —. There is always (d) — of food. Again the mouths to be fed are multiplying too (e) — for food production to keep peace with. The threats of famine and mass (f) — now loom larger than ever before, because the population is increasing in geometrical progression. While the food production is increasing in arithmetical progression. The agriculture of our country is still (g) —. They cannot apply scientific (h) — of cultivation in their lands. So the production of food (i) — is very low. Thus the increasing population adds to (j) — problem.
44. The Computer is a (a) — recent invention. It has now become an important part of (b) — life. It has greatly benefited us and brought (c) — revolutionary changes in our life. Any (d) — that helps people (e)…mathematical calculation may be called a computer. In this sense the (f)….is a simple computer. Today however, the term (g) — refers to special kind of electronic (h) — that can perform mathematical calculations and (i) — large masses of information at a great speed. In a few minutes a computer can perform calculation that (j) — mathematicians would need years to complete.
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45. Mr Zaman is a house wife. She loves (b) —. She lives in an apartment block. There are seven more families in the building. She has an (b) — cook. So she does not have to do any (c) —. Almost every day around eleven o’clock she (d) — to visit one of her (e) — in the apartments mostly to gossip. Most of the housewives she (f)—-do not have much domestic help and they (g) — this time to cook, clean or do other household (h)—. But Mrs Zaman does not seem to be (i)—-. She does not mind (j)—-the personal matters of one family with another.
46. We cannot get rid of our (a) — but a proper management of it can certainly reduce its quantity. If we think of burning, burying, recycling and thus(b) — our waste, we can to a large (c) — save our (d) —. Our garbage consists (e) — various kinds of things. Some are burnable, (f) — are (g) —. In some countries waste is destroyed by (h)—-. The non-burnable waste is melted and (i) —. Some rubbish is not (j) — at all.
47. Napoleon Bonaparte said, “Give me an educated (a) — and I will give you an educated (b) —” From this saying we can (c) — the great role of the mother in building up an educated nation because a child usually (d) — up in contact with its mother and from its childhood he/she develops his/her talents. If the mother (e) —, she will be able to teach her children. In another sense, her children naturally will learn from what she says and does because a child, up to a certain (f) — is always in (g) — of its mother. So he/she will follow everything that is said and done by his/her mother. Besides, an educated mother (h) — how to bring up and (i)…her children well. So it is universally true that an educated nation is largely (j) — to its mother.
48. The British have a (a) — for (b) — their emotions private. Some obvious things are (c)—in British behaviour. For example, on public transport one passenger does not (d)—-talk to another passenger. One meeting, people do not (e) — and often simply shake hands on a first(f) —. In theatres, concert halls and cinemas audiences (g) — as unfriendliness. If a visitor (i) — the first move to start a conversation, he will find that British people are (j) —.
49. Young people often consider (a) — poetry by heart a tiresome drudgery. But the learning of poetry has great advantage (b) — merely reading it. Poems that have been learnt become a permanent personal(c)—. The mind is (d) — with a store of beautiful or lofty (e) — and ideas which may be a source of pleasure, comfort and inspiration at (f) — when the books are not at hand. Poems selected for learning, however, should be worthy (g)—- the time to be spent on them and should be those which make a strong appeal to the learner. The best way to (h) — a poem to memory is not to learn it line by line, but to read the whole poem (i) — over and over again until it is thoroughly.
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51. (a) — blind people cannot (b) —, their (c) — of touch becomes far more developed than that of most sighted people. This (d) — was put to use by a brilliant (e) — called Louis Braille. In the early nineteenth century, he invented a (f) — of writing which bears his name. The Braille system reproduces the (g) — of the alphabet by a series of (h) — in certain positions, which are raised on the paper. The blind person runs the (i) — of his fingers across the pages of the Braille book, and can work out the printed letters and numbers. In this way, he reads the book(j) — his sense of touch.
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52. The ocean has always been a good (a) — of food for man. But only one percent of mankind’s food (b)—-from the sea and most of it is fish. Besides fish, we eat prawn, shrimps, lobsters and whales, (c) — are commonly (d)—– fish but are scientifically classified otherwise. There are about 20 thousand (e) — of fish but are scientifically classified otherwise. There are about 20 thousand (e) — of fish in the sea. We (f) — only a few kinds. We should try to eat some (g) — kinds too. In order to (h) — the sea’s yield of fish, we can start fish farming in the sea. In China, sea weeds are now (i) — for use both as food and as fertilizer. We too can take similar measures and make the best (j) — of our water resources.
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53. The disposal of various kinds of (a) — is seriously polluting the environment. The world’s climate is (b)—a significant change. (c) — warming is the cause of the increase of heat in the atmosphere. The climatologists (d) — that it will be difficult to find a (e) — place to live in. Every year millions of people all over the world die (f) — as a result of (g) —. These unfortunate and (h) — deaths are (i) — about by four specific factors. We should take determined (j) — to control these problems.
54. It (a) — difficult to drive in Bangladesh if you have no experience of (b) — here. Drivers change lanes (c)—–. As a foreigner you may find lane changing (d) — signal quite distressing. Even drivers (e) — defying rules. Many people are not at all (f) — about traffic signals. They go around not (g) — what may happen to them if accident (h) —. Rickshaw and baby-taxi (i) — in and out in a zigzag course and try to push (j) — whenever they find some space.
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55. Bangladesh has a (a) — population. Our educational institutions are also few. We have far too many students to (b) —. Compared to the number of institutions (c) —. Bangladesh (d) — more schools, colleges, and universities to provide for the (e) — number of students. But owing to financial and resource (f) —.the government cannot fund the (g) — number of educational institutions. At present every educational institution is overcrowded and class size is (h) — large. As (i) — in this institutions are poor, the students do not get a (j) —– education.
56. Einstein was very simple in his (a) — of life. He was (b) — to his fame. Once the queen of Belgium (c)….him to Brussels. When he (d) — down from the train, he could not (e) — that there were actually many (f)….dressed officials to (g) — him at the station. The officials also expected somebody who would (h) — to be (i)…and aristocratic to them. They never imagined that this (j) — man would be Einstein.
57. While (a) — food we should bear in (b) — that we don’t eat just to (c) — hunger or to feel the belly. We eat to (d) — our health. For good health a man (e) — good food. Sometimes, it so (f) — that people who live even in the midst of plenty do not eat the food they need for good health, because they have no (g) — of science and health and (h) —. They don’t know how to secret a (i) — diet from the many foods that are (j) — to them.
58. Bangladesh (a) — in the active earthquake zone. It is (b) — to all Bangladeshis. Experts are alarmed by the (c)—- of quakes during recent years. But they give no (d)—answer to the question of (e)—about the buildings of Dhaka city. As there is every (f)—-of earthquakes in Bangladesh, experts call for taking adequate (g)—measures to (h) — losses. RAJUK (i) — that an earthquake resistant building code should be (j) —.
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59. E-mail means (a) — mail. It is an electronic (b) — of communication. E-mail (c) — is user to user but telex communication is terminal to terminal. Telephone connection often takes a lot of time to be (d)…because both the caller and the called must be present (e) —. But E-mail is a computer (f) — system and the messages that are (g) — via the computer become (h) — in the mail box of an individual’s (i) — computer without the need of his being (j) — present. Thus, e-mail saves both time and money.
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60. Electronic mail, popularly (a) — as ‘e’ mail is the communication of textual message via (b) — means. Although telex (c) — is also electronic in (d) —, there are differences (e) — a telex and ‘e’mail.’ While telex communication(f) — to terminal, electronic mail communication is user to user via the (g)—-. In telex, messages destined to a number of users are sent to the same terminal from where it is (h) — in a printed form by an operator. On the other hand, e-mail is derived to (i) — electronic mail boxes (j) — in computers.
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61. A library serves as the best source of knowledge (a) — for the students and the teachers. It is a large (b) — of books. Among these there are books on courses that are taught in different classes. There (c) — books on extra –curricular subjects also. In the library newspapers and periodicals are also (d) —. The library (e) — to the testes of different tastes of different people. Books are arranged in shelves (f) —. There are library assistants who are also heaps for the readers. One head librarian (g) — after the library. So the readers do not have any problems in (h) — out the right book. There is also reading room where silence (i) —. one can also take books from the library for reading at home by (j) — library cards to the librarian.
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62. Television is a source of much knowledge, pleasure, and information and a widely used media of mass communication, is now being (a) — at from a different point of view. Is the TV really doing good, especially to the youngsters of our new generation? It is an important (b) — both to ask and to answer indeed. Looked from an (c)—-point of view, the Tv set is to be (d) — one of the most effective means of educating both the students and the public as a whole. Again, it has almost become the most effective and popular means of people’s (e)—–. Flims, dramas, songs, dances, comedy series all these are very attractive packages of programmes. As a means of communications Tv is, (f)—–not the most important, yet the most effective and useful means of communication. Upto this point, we must say that the TV is doing good to our youngsters by educating them and by giving them recreational (g)—. But as far as the satellite TV is (h) —, we cannot say this for certainly. The commercial pakage programmes (i)—-by satellite TVs are detrimental to our young generation, pernicious to our socities, threating to our values and traditions and (j)—beliefs.
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