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62. Birshreshtha Noor Mohammad Public College, Dhaka
1. (a) the; (b) the; (c) ×; (d) a; (e) the/a; (f) A; (g) a; (h) the;
(i) the; (j) the.
2. (a) by; (b) by; (c) in; (d) inside/in; (e) during; (f) During;
(g) to; (h) After; (i) at; (j) from.
3. (a) no longer; (b) What if; (c) What about; (d) Would you
mind; (e) No sooner had; (f) But for; (g) What's it like; (h)
would rather; (i) let alone; (j) in order to.
4. (a) But now he is a full time worker/working full time.
(b) What is lotted cannot be blotted.
(c) If you are good at others they will also be good to
you.
(d) Since body and mind go together, we should take care
both of them/both of them should be taken care of.
(e) It is high time we took measures to stop corruption.
(f) The higher we fly the smaller we appear.
(g) He pretended as though he had been mad./he knew
everything.
(h) We read with a view to acquiring knowledge.
(i) Romel could not walk as fast as his brother.
(j) If you had been serious, you could have made a
brilliant result.
5. (a) is regarded; (b) anticipates/anticipated; (c) be called;
(d) is praised; (e) enhanced; (f) is/was; (g) to bring; (h) is;
(i) was concerned; (j) made.
6. (a) The National Memorial situated at Savar/The
National Memorial at Savar is a symbol of nation's
respect./The National Memorial at Savar is a symbol
of nation's respect.
(b) When we stand in front of the graves, we bow down
our heads.
(c) The loftiness of the spirit of the martyred freedom
fighters is symbolized by the towers.
(d) We never forget their memories.
(e) Don't many people go to visit it everyday?
7. The man wished the woman good morning. The woman
also wished the man good morning and asked him how she
could help him. The man said/replied that he understood
that the school organized trips to different places. The
woman replied in the affirmative and said that they run
five trips every month. The man asked the woman what
63. Birshrestha Munshi Abdur Rouf Public College, Dhaka
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) the; (d) ×; (e) an; (f) a; (g) ×; (h) the; (i)
a; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) for; (c) to; (d) against; (e) through; (f) for; (g)
to; (h) of; (i) by/in; (j) from.
3. (a) But for; (b) let alone; (c) Would you mind; (d) What if
; (e) if ; (f) as if; (g) feel like; (h) What’s it like; (i) No
wonder; (j) Had I.
4. (a) That is the longest sea-beach in the world.
(b) ‘Honesty is the best policy’ goes the saying
(c) These other people are his neighbours.
(d) You have to be punctual lest you should miss the
first class.
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sort of places they were. The woman said/replied that they
always took their students to the places of historical
interest. The man thanked the woman very much for the
information.
8. Travelling is a part of education. Travelling means going
from place to place. A traveler can enhance his
knowledge by going from place to place. Travelling gives
one the opportunity to see the unseen and know the
unknown. Some people are averse to travelling. Aversion
to travelling limits their vision. However, by travelling
different parts of the world, we can enrich our knowledge
and vision.
9. (a) summer; (b) flowing/large/big; (c) that; (d) Seeing
this/Noticing this/Seeing the predicament of the ant; (e)
floating; (f) close; (g) very ; (h) to bite him; (i)
quickly/instantly/immediately; (j) to save.
10. (a) that; (b) such as/like/including; (c) because; (d)
also/often/sometimes; (e) Moreover/Besides; (f) so and so;
(g) which; (h) and; (i) In fact/Indeed; (j) why.
11. (a) freedom/independence; (b) ascend/go up; (c) decline/
lower; (d) hated/displeased/dissatisfied; (e) nonnative/
overseas; (f) reign/supremacy/rule; (g) only/ simply; (h)
dependent/imprisoned/enchained; (i) unreal/ artificial; (j)
importance/ significance/ usefulness/ worth.
12. Mom : Have you taken your breakfast, Rafi?
Rafi : No, mom.
Mom : Oh, you're really annoying. Why don't you just
take it?
Rafi : I don't want to eat roti with vegetables, mom. I
want fried chicken with oyster sauce and
chicken sausage.
Mom : Having junk food is not good for your health.
Have you seen yourself in the mirror? You're
being a potato couch.
Rafi : Really! I think I have to stop eating fast foods.
Well, I've just decided to stop eating them but
from tomorrow onwards. Now can I have them,
please?
(e) If you take regular exercise you can keep fit.
(f) On this day we became independent.
(g) She wants to be a doctor so that she can help the
poor.
(h) One day Bangladesh Tigers can become the number
one team in ODIs provided they improve their
condition.
(i) Had I the wings of a bird!
(j) The voice helped the eagle spot the rabbit easily and
so she flew down and picked the rabbit up in her
talons.
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5. (a) are getting; (b) can move; (c) are; (d) is ; (e) have been
suffering ; (f) stands; (g) beggar; (h) is; (i) are frightened;
(j) be improved.
6. (a) It is human being who can live in many sorts of
environment.
(b) Most kind of animals can live successfully in not
more than one kind of environment.
(c) Can we bring them back once it had happened?
(d) Human activity has destroyed the habitats of some.
(e) For example, the survival of the golden bamboo
lemur and the big leaf palm is threatened by the
clearance of forests of Madagascar for farming.
7. The young mouse bade the old mouse goodbye and told
him that he (the young mouse) was leaving him (the old
mouse). The old mouse asked the young mouse why he
(the young mouse) was leaving and where he was going.
The young mouse replied that he was going to Far Away
Land. The old mouse asked the young mouse why he (the
young mouse) wanted to go there. The young mouse
replied that he wanted to experience his life and added that
he needed to learn everything. The old mouse told him that
he (the young mouse) could learn many things if he (the
young mouse) stayed with them and requested him (the
young mouse) to stay there.
8. Centuries ago, man discovered that removing moisture
from food helped to preserve it, and that the easiest way to
do this was to expose the food to sun and wind. All foods
contain water. However the proportion of water varies
from food to food. If this water is removed, the activity of
the bacteria that/which cause food to go bad is checked.
64. Shaheed Bir Uttam Lt Anwar Girls' College, Dhaka
1. (a) An; (b) an; (c) an; (d) an; (e) the; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) an;
(i) a; (j) a.
2. (a) of; (b) upon/on; (c) during; (d) of; (e) under; (f) up; (g)
around; (h) for; (i) of; (j) to.
3. (a) would rather; (b) was born; (c) had better; (d) lest; (e)
wish; (f) as if; (g) as long as; (h) as soon as; (i) let alone;
(j) have to.
4. (a) No sooner had the teacher entered the class than they
students stopped talking.
(b) If I had known it, I would not have come to disturb
you.
(c) You will be sick unless you put on some warm
clothes.
(d) We should keep the environment free from pollutin
so that we can lead a happy life.
(e) We will start when the rain stops.
(f) Call me in case you need my help.
(g) 21 February is a red-letter day in our life because
some of our valiant sons sacrificed their lives for
Bangla on this day.
(h) I will do every work provided you work with me.
(i) Avoid playing in the sun lest you should fall sick.
(j) The area of Bangladesh is so small that she can
hardly accommodate her people.
5. (a) was held; (b) was decorated; (c) were cleaned; (d) was
set; (e) were cooked; (f) was given; (g) were invited; (h)
were welcomed; (i) were told; (j) was brought.
6. (a) Day-to-day life in Dhaka is not cheap.
(b) People who live below the poverty line lead a
miserable life.
Nowadays most of foods are dried mechanically. This is
usual method for drying such things as vegetables, minced
meat, and fish is to put them into chambers through which
hot air is blown at varying temperatures. Liquids such as
milk, coffee, tea, soups and eggs may be dried by pouring
them over a heated horizontal steel cylinder or by
spraying them into a chamber through which a current of
hot air passes.
9. (a) the great leader of Bengal; (b) his; (c) renowned; (d)
One day ; (e) very ; (f) Then; (g) with his book; (h) these;
(i) to test him; (j) some.
10. (a) In fact; (b) However; (c) Truly speaking; (d) like ; (e)
that/which ; (f) For example; (g) Besides/In addition; (h)
Moreover; (i) Furthermore; (j) such as.
11. (a) gather; (b) impart; (c) foolish; (d) friendliness/
cordiality ; (e) riches/richness ; (f) humble; (g) improper;
(h) conceated/ hidden; (i) discourage; (j) arrangement.
12. Student : Good morning! May I come in, Sir?
Principal : Good morning! Yes, come in.
Student : Sir, what’s this? Do you think I am an
ordinary student? Don’t you know....
Principal : Please, cool down my boy. What’s wrong
with you?
Student : The Test-Exam result has been published. I
am not in the ‘Pass-list’. Can you tell me
why I am unallowed?
Principal : Certainly I can. You’re disallowed because of
your “unallowed”.
(c) Very few problems for them are as big as price like.
(d) Necessary measures have been taken by the
government to keep the price hike under control.
(e) The greedy people are responsible for price spiral.
7. Alexander asked Porus how he (P) desired to be treated.
Porus replied that he desired to be treated like a king. And
Alexander again asked if he (P) had nothing else to
request. Porus replied in the negative.
8. Once a king ordered his cook to prepare a delicious duck
roast. When it was cooked, the cook could not resist his
temptation and ate one of the legs of a roasted duck. When
the king sat to eat, he found one of the legs of it was
missing and so, he asked the cook about the missing leg.
But the cook said that the duck had only one leg. At this,
The king got furious and said that there was no such thing
as a one-legged duck.
9. (a) a South-African; (b) the; (c) political; (d) all; (e)
human; (f) their; (g) badly/inhumanly; (h) great; (i) this; (j)
his.
10. (a) Actually; (b) Nowadays; (c) Unfortunately; (d)
But/However; (e) In fact; (f) Firstly; (g) Secondly; (h)
Thirdly; (i) Finally; (j) and.
11. (a) Illiteracy; (b) curse; (c) fail; (d) literacy/schooling; (e)
success/development; (f) logical; (g) greater; (h) greater;
(i) good; (j) superior.
12. Dela : May I come in?
Sophronie : Yes, please.
Dela : Do you buy hair?
Sophronie : Yes, I buy hair.
Dela : Will you buy my hair?
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Sophronie : Take your hat off and let's have a sight at
the locks of it.
Dela : How much will you pay?
Sophronie : Twenty dollars.
65. St. Joseph Higher Secondary School, Dhaka
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) ×; (h) the; (i)
×; (j) ×.
2. (a) of; (b) to; (c) between/among; (d) For; (e) in; (f) on; (g)
in; (h) in; (i) about; (j) between.
3. (a) had better; (b) have to; (c) as if; (d) was born; (e)
would rather; (f) what does .... look like; (g) let alone; (h)
As soon as; (i) What's like; (j) there.
4. (a) The teacher will punish him if he doesn't complete it
today.
(b) The tribal people build their houses on high platforms
in case wild animals and snake may attack them.
(c) I have to walk fast lest I should miss the train.
(d) When we first met, we felt as if we were close
friends.
(e) So, they are fighting and would rather die than live
under Zionist Israel.
(f) So, I am with you till you are honest.
(g) If he worked hard, he would make a good result.
(h) Actually, he laughs as if he were a mad.
(i) He confessed that he had done the mistake.
(j) I would rather fail than take unfair means.
5. (a) used; (b) have to; (c) are required; (d) drawn; (e)
implemented; (f) will come; (g) hope; (h) educated; (i) is
changing; (j) are being.
6. (a) Very few curses in our society that hampers the
harmony of the society are as heinous as dowry.
(b) We should stop this barbarous tradition of the dark
age anyhow.
(c) Tough punishment should be given out to the
criminals who are greedy.
(d) Bangladesh government had already made some laws
and the laws are used to root out this vice.
66. BAF Shaheen College, Tejgaon, Dhaka
1. (a) a; (b) ×; (c) the; (d) ×; (e) an; (f) a; (g) a; (h) the; (i) a;
(j) ×.
2. (a) at; (b) in; (c) with; (d) in; (e) in; (f) with; (g) to; (h)
with; (i) to; (j) about.
3. (a) What's it like; (b) It; (c) as if; (d) had better; (e) there;
(f) would rather; (g) What does. ... look like; (h) as soon
as; (i) let alone; (j) has to.
4. (a) When he realized the fact, he took the matter easy.
(b) Though science has brought a revolutionary change,
it has negative effects too.
(c) The servant performs his duty lest he should be
scolded by his master.
(d) As he was dutiful, he was loved by all.
(e) Though Shovon had a lot of wealth, he was not
profligate.
(f) The passengers get ready when the train reaches the
station.
(g) The soldiers marched on as long as they were with
the chief.
(h) If I were a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(i) It is an irony of fate that inspite of working hard, he
could not succeed.
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Dela : Only twenty dollars!
Sophronie : Yes, that's the best I can offer.
Dela : Ok, give it to me quick.
Sophronie : Here it is.
(e) What a notorious crime taking dowry is!
7. The teacher said, "Why are you talking in the class?"
Shahed said, "I was asking Ali about the schedule of the
pretest exam". The teacher said, "Don't gossip in the class
and be mindful to my lesson." Shahed said, "Sorry, sir.
Please forgive me for this time".
8. Nelson Mandela was the greatest leader of South Africa.
In fact he was one of the greatest leaders in the world. All
his life he struggled against apartheid. Apartheid was a
government policy of racial segregation. The Europeans
were separated from the non-Europeans. The blacks were
treated cruelly. The black were aliens in their country.
9. (a) a famous poet; (b) in a rich family; (c) very; (d) first;
(e) to study; (f) also; (g) with a great interest; (h) praising;
(i) forever; (j) immediately.
10. (a) Actually; (b) But; (c) Rather; (d) As a result; (e) As; (f)
Since; (g) So; (h) besides; (i) Moreover; (j) and.
11. (a) enslavement; (b) partiality; (c) demonstration; (d)
dishonor; (e) discuss; (f) chained; (g) dissent/refusal; (h)
detach; (i) racism; (j) abyss/cleft gap.
12. "Perhaps, you don't always need to use commas, periods,
colons, etc. to make sentences clear. When I am in a hurry,
tired, cold, lazy, or angry, I sometimes leave out
punctuation marks. "Grammar is stupid! I can write
without it and don't need it." My uncle, Harry, once said.
He was not very clever and I never understood a word he
wrote to me. I think I'II learn some punctuation, not too
much, enough to write to Uncle Harry. In fact, he needs
some help.
(j) No sooner had they seen the thief than he became
very nervous.
5. (a) poses; (b) is increasing; (c) is becoming; (d) is rising;
(e) engulfed; (f) causes; (g) makes; (h) will turn; (i) will
not find; (j) will face.
6. (a) Every college has a library.
(b) We must read many books other than textbooks so
that we can widen our knowledge.
(c) We are helped in this respect by a college library.
(d) Books provide us with joy.
(e) They are better than all other friends.
7. She said that she never drank anything for luncheon. I
answered promptly saying that neither did I. She
proceeded as though I had not spoken, and said that she
took nothing for luncheon except white wine. She also
added that those French white wines were so light and
they were wonderful for digestion.
8. Once a poor woman came to Buddha and asked whether
he could give her any medicine to restore her dead child to
life. Buddha was very much touched by this speech/the
woman's speech. He told her that there was one medicine
which could revive her son. The medicine was a handful
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of mustard seeds obtained from a house where death had 11. (a) bad; (b) orator/lecturer; (c) possible; (d) active/
never entered. The sorrowful mother went from door to industrious; (e) honesty/integrity; (f) determination; (g)
door searching for the mustard seeds. But being recital; (h) impossible; (i) motive/purpose; (j) prosper.
disappointed she came back to Buddha and told her about 12. Imran : Good morning!
her disappointment/failure/search. Librian : Good morning! How can I help you?
9. (a) yesterday; (b) a talented student; (c) vast/deep; (d) Imran : I want to have a library card.
wisely; (e) almighty; (f) To hear his speech; (g) very; (h) Librian : Which class are you in?
curious enthusiastic; (i) listening to; (j) favourite. Imran : I am in class XI.
10. (a) who; (b) surely; (c) and; (d) Somehow; (e) either; (f) Librian : Have you got your ID card?
or; (g) as; (h) if; (i) and; (j) what. Imran : Yes. Here it is.
Librian : Ok. Fill up the form.

67. BN College, Dhaka

1. (a) an; (b) the; (c) a; (d) a; (e) The; (f) the; (g) the; (h) a;
(i) a; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) to; (c) to; (d) out; (e) for; (f) of; (g) for; (h) in;
(i) to; (j) with.
3. (a) was born; (b) What's it like; (c) What if; (d) had better;
(e) has to; (f) It; (g) would rather; (h) there; (i) as soon as;
(j) let alone.
4. (a) So, read attentively or you will do bad in the exam.
(b) Had I been at my village I would have set up a
computer training center.
(c) Without honesty you cannot go a long way in life.
(d) So, don't waste your time in vain lest you should
miss the deadline.
(e) It was long since Rafin had seen Riaz.
(f) Do what I say otherwise you may be suspended.
(g) But he talks as if he knew nothing.
(h) I need a job. I will go to Dhaka with a view to getting
a job.
(i) Kazi Ubayed was too lazy to do any job.
(j) You can not be a doctor unless you study medical
science.
5. (a) was addicted/is addicted; (b) smoking; (c) started; (d)
smoking; (e) became; (f) try/tried; (g) try/tried; (h) would
arise/will arise; (i) was; (j) realized.
6. (a) Though most people seem to have an innate fear of
failure, failure is really your best friend.
(b) The successful people make a lot of attempts and they
also fail a great deal.
(c) Failure is not less important than success.
(d) Is there anything wrong or shameful in failing?
(e) Adjustments along the way can always be made by
you.
7. I told the waiter that madame wanted to know if he had
any of those giant asparagus. I tried with all my might to
will him to say no. A happy smile spread over his broad,
priest-like face and he assured me that they had some so
large, so splendid, so tender that it was a marvel. My guest
sighed and said that she was not in the least hungry but if I
insisted she did not mind having some asparagus. Then I
ordered them. She then asked me if I was not going to
have any. I replied in the negative saying that I never ate
asparagus. She then told me that she knew there were
people who did not like them. She added that the fact was,
I ruined my palate by all the meat I ate.
8. Sense of humor is a very good quality of a successful
teacher. This works wonders in teaching. Any boring class
can be turned into an interesting one by creating the sense
of humour. Mr. Ahmed can make his students laugh in
the class in different ways. It increases respect of the
students towards him. His presentation skill is different
than other. His body language is his main aid and he keeps
body language positive at all times. It is certainly a very
fascinating quality. I am sure this quality will greatly help
him become a successful teacher.
9. (a) mainly/basically; (b) natural; (c) to reach; (d)
worldwide/significantly; (e) to communicate; (f) instantly;
(g) to carry; (h) also/as well; (i) to gather/to gain; (j) Using
the transformation.
10. (a) Rather/Instead; (b) However; (c) Then; (d) Thus; (e)
So; (f) Gradually; (g) In fact; (h) Truly speaking; (i)
Besides; (j) Still now.
11. (a) noisy; (b) stick/hang; (c) usually/expectedly; (d) old;
(e) wet/humid; (f) effort; (g) avoid/ignore; (h) foolish; (i)
perdue/loiter; (j) den.
12. Father : You're really strong, my son. Could you break
this bundle of sticks?
Son : Well. It's a very simple job. I' II do it within a
second!
Father : Have a try.
Son : Sure. Oh! I'm quite wrong. It's stronger than I
expected.
Father : Okay. Now try this single stick. See what you
can do.
Son : Pass it to me and just hear the sound.
Father : I know it'll be easy for you. Have you learnt
anything from these sticks?
Son : Learning from sticks!
Father : Yes, the bundle of sticks is stronger than the
single stick. It teaches us the wise saying,
"United we stand, divided we fall."

68. BCIC College, Dhaka

1. (a) ×; (b) the; (c) a; (d) a; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) The; (h) the; (i) 3. (a) What if; (b) Would you mind; (c) let alone; (d) Could
×; (j) the. you; (e) What's the matter; (f) It's high time; (g) As soon
2. (a) of; (b) of; (c) in; (d) against; (e) by; (f) on; (g) in; (h) as; (h) It; (i) wish; (j) There.
of; (i) in; (j) for. 4. (a) There is a wise saying that united we stand divided
we fall.
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(b) He undergoes hard work so that he can earn his
livelihood.
(c) They think they need no education because they
cannot help them in their later life.
(d) No sooner had we heard the news than we rushed
there.
(e) Without a sound physique we cannot enjoy a sound
mind.
(f) There is hardly any person who does not love
flower.
(g) He used to support his family with the crops but it
was not enough for them
(h) When any falls in danger, the other instantly come
forward to help.
(i) I went to Dhaka with a view to visiting/seeing/
meeting him.
(j) You will not prosper unless you work hard.
5. (a) needed; (b) taking; (c) was not; (d) would eat; (e) was
left; (f) would be devoured; (g) left; (h) did; (i) to ferry; (j)
to get.
6. (a) I read Nazneen's letter which was published on 5th
October.
(b) She has problems and I can understand it.
(c) The advantages of a nuclear family were admired by
her.
(d) But she was really mistaken.
(e) Suicide was one of the greatest blunders that she
committed.
7. Addressing Sheikh Saadi as sir, the nobleman asked him
why he (S) was putting the foods in his (S) pocket and
why he did not eat. Sheikh Saadi replied that he (S) was
doing the right thing and added that his (S) drees deserved
69. Ideal College, Dhanmondi, Dhaka
1. (a) an; (b) a; (c) a; (d) a; (e) a; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) a; (i) the;
(j) the.
2. (a) to; (b) upon; (c) down; (d) in; (e) from; (f) in; (g) of;
(h) to; (i) with; (j) into.
3. (a) rule out; (b) made sense; (c) all the best; (d) crocodile
tears; (e) keep body and soul together; (f) far and wide; (g)
As soon as; (h) enough to; (i) so that; (j) as though.
4. (a) The students are working hard so that they can
make a good result.
(b) She called me while I was crossing the road.
(c) You can't win the heart of the people without
showing that you love them truly.
(d) You are falling behind as you are reluctant to work.
(e) It does not matter whether your family comes with
you or not.
(f) A traitor betrays the whole country whereas a patriot
can sacrifice his own life for his country.
(g) He can ride the cycle so that he can go to college.
(h) He ran so fast lest he should fail to win the race.
(i) We will play no role to make him lose the chance.
(j) It was beyond my imagination that he took bribe.
5. (a) constitute; (b) should be included; (c) is required; (d)
are; (e) have proven; (f) are working; (g) are seen; (h) are
not lagging; (i) is not counted; (j) should work.
6. (a) Man wants to know what is unknown.
(b) Many things can be done by a man to fulfill his
indomitable desire.
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those rich dishes. Then the nobleman apologized and said
that he (NM) did not understand what he (S) meant to say.
8. Trees are our best friends. Our existence on earth will be
at stake without them/trees. We inhale oxygen which
trees produce. Again, we exhale carbon dioxide which a
tree absorbs. Besides, we get foods from trees and
firewood to cook foods. But some unconscious people cut
down trees indiscriminately. Those people should be
brought to book. Furthermore, we should take keen
interest to plant more trees so that we can live comfortably
on earth.
9. (a) loudly; (b) to know; (c) Going; (d) her parents; (e)
very/much; (f) for the girl; (g) Going home; (h) to have
dinner; (i) nearest; (j) whom.
10. (a) but; (b) So; (c) that; (d) though; (e) In fact; (f) When;
(g) which; (h) who; (i) and; (j) Even.
11. (a) noisy; (b) hang; (c) gradually; (d) old; (e) wet; (f)
effort; (g) overlook; (h) foolish; (i) run; (j) hole.
12. Writer : Would you like to have some coffee?
Lady guest : Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee. You?
Writer : I will have coffee.
Lady guest : You know there is one thing I thoroughly
believe in. I think, one should always get up
from a meal feeling one could eat a little
more.
Writer : Are you still hungry?
Lady guest : Oh, no. I'm not hungry you see. I don't eat
luncheon. I have a cup of coffee in the
morning and then dinner, but I never eat
more than one thing for luncheon. I was
speaking for you.
Writer : Oh, I see.
(c) Doesn't a person usually try to find out the things and
beings surrounding him?
(d) A person sees a beautiful thing and becomes excited.
(e) Very few inventions are as wonderful as internet.
7. The man next to me asked me if he could have a look at
my paper for a moment and added that he just wanted to
see the cricket result. I told him that I had not quite
finished reading the paper. I asked him if he could wait a
moment. The man replied in the negative and thanked me.
He added that he was getting off at the next stop.
8. Our food has impacts on our health. Its medicinal value
and toxic value affect us differently. Some of the foods
enable us to fight and some of them cause diseases. 80%
illnesses are related to diet and 40% of cancer is related to
diet. Diet consists of different foods.
9. (a) his; (b) due; (c) to succeed/ to pass; (d) always/also; (e)
on time; (f) to avoid; (g) maintaing punctuality; (h) who is
punctual; (i) that time and tide wait for none; (j)
wisely/properly.
10. (a) Actually; (b) And; (c) Afterwards/Then; (d) But; (e)
Rather; (f) Finally; (g) Initially; (h) However; (i) Because;
(j) Gradually.
11. (a) vital; (b) healthy; (c) create/provoke; (d) prime; (e)
unconscious; (f) contamination; (g) filth; (h) endanger; (i)
life; (j) few.
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12. Mahabub : Hello Pias! How are you? Did you go to Mahabub : How careless 1 am! 1 did not know it.
college yesterday? Pias : We enjoyed many entertainments like
Pias : Yes. But you? songs, drama, comic, recitation and
Mahabub : No. I didn't go. many other programmes.
Pias : Really? You're unfortunate. Mahabub : All the programmes are really enjoyable
but I have missed.
Mahabub : What do you say?
Pais : Don't you know that we had a cultural
function in our college yesterday?

70. Govt Science College, Dhaka

1. (a) the; (b) ×; (c) ×; (d) The; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) the; (h) ×;
(i) ×; (j) ×.
2. (a) of/about; (b) about; (c) in; (d) about; (e) after; (f) from;
(g) to; (h) into; (i) for; (j) from.
3. ((a) No sooner had; (b) lest; (c) let alone; (d) provided; (e)
There; (f) used to ; (g) as if; (h) unless; (i) was born; (j) It
is high time.
4. (a) No sooner had the teacher entered the classroom than
they kept silent.
(b) If I had known it before, I would not have come to
disturb you.
(c) You will be sick unless you put on warm cloth.
(d) We should keep the environment free from pollution
so that we can lead a healthy life.
(e) We will start when the rain stops.
(f) Call me in case you need me.
(g) 21 February is a red letter day in our life because on
this day some of our heroic sons sacrificed their
lives for our mother tongue.
(h) The more you read, the more you learn.
(i) Avoid playing in the sun lest you should become
sick.
(j) The area of Bangladesh is so small that the people of
this country have to suffer from housing problem.
5. (a) was held; (b) was decorated; (c) were cleaned; (d)
was set; (e) were cooked; (f) was given; (g) were
invited; (h) were welcomed; (i) were told; (j) was
brought.
6. (a) Day to day life in Dhaka is not cheap.
(b) People who live below the poverty line lead a
miserable life.
(c) Very few problems for them are as big as price hike.
(d) Necessary measures have been taken to keep the
price hike under control by the government.
(e) The greedy people are responsible for price spiral.
7. My father looked at me angrily and said to me," Where
have you been so long and why are you wasting your
time?" After a moment, he said," Will you not appear at
the final examination?" I said," I went to my friend's house
to borrow an essential book but he was not at home. So, I
had to wait for him for this reason."
8. To be successful in life, one should respect one's parents.
They bear great sufferings to give birth to a child and to
bring it up. In exchange they want to see their child
established in life. So, we must try our best to make them
happy and satisfied. They hope that we take care of them
in their old age in the same way as they took care of us in
our childhood.
9. (a) alone; (b) vegetables; (c) to hear; (d) very; (e) Finding;
(f) essential; (g) one; (h) Taking; (i) to see; (j) shopping.
10. (a) In fact/Actually; (b) And/Also; (c) Though; (d) As a
result/Consequently; (e) For example; (f) But; (g) Firstly;
(h) Secondly; (i) At the same time; (j) Finally.
11. (a) several/some; (b) necessary; (c) symmetry/equality; (d)
give; (e) tillable; (f) remember; (g) destroy/spoil; (h)
wasteland; (i) problems; (j) subsistence/presence.
12. Myself : Hi Sumon, how are you?
Suman : Fine, and you?
Myself : I'm fine too.
Suman : By the by, what's your result in the HSC exam?
Myself : Not satisfactory. I've got 4.90.
Suman : Don't be worried. It's Ok. Try to get a chance in
Dhaka University or another good one.
Myself : Thank for your advice. What's your result?
Suman : I've got GPA-5.
Myself : Congratulations!
Suman : I'll try to get admission to BUET.
Myself : Wish you good luck.
Suman : Ok, I hope you'll succeed.
Myself : Thanks. Pray for me.
Suman : Ok. Good-bye.
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71. Mirpur Cantt Public School & College, Dhaka

1. (a) an; (b) ×; (c) a; (d) the; (e) ×; f) An; (g) the; (h) a; (i) a; (c) We should be punctual and make the best use of our
(j) an. time.
2. (a) of; (b) over; (c) to; (d) At; (e) of; f) to; (g) for; (h) (d) English as an international language is spoken all
through; (i) over; (j) to. over the world.
(e) I got a great surprise when I found the gift.
3. (a) would better; (b) What if; (c) had better; (d) As soon
(f) As you are a student you should make the best use
as; (e) as if; (f) let alone; (g) has to; (h) was born; (i) It .....
of time. At the same time you should participate in
changed; (j) There.
different extra-curricular activities.
4. (a) But if we instead of taking revenge forgive him he (g) But no sooner had I passed a little distance it started
will become ashamed of his deed. to rain. The rain continued for the next two hours.
(b) Mother is sent as blessing for children on the part of (h) We don't know whether we will get time to do it or
Allah. not.
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(i) The college has arranged a prize giving ceremony
for examination results.
(j) The Pakistani rulers were exploiting us in such a way
that we couldn't develop our economy.
5. (a) is; (b) is learnt; (c) maintaining; (d) require; (e) are; (f)
wishing; (g) written; (h) learning; (i) ignored; (j) learn.
6. (a) I was so young that I could not learn to say 'no'.
(b) Panic seized the writer.
(c) Could anything in the world change their eyes?
(d) He confessed his guilt.
(e) Isn't smoking injurious to health?
7. Addressing Midas as friend he said that he (M) was wealthy
man. He also said that he doubted any other four walls on the
earth contained so much gold so he (M) piled up there.
8. Education is the birthright of every man. But even then
many people in our country are deprived of education for
many reasons. They are unconscious and unskilled for
want of proper education. For this, they are unable not
only to develop their own fate or their family, but also
unable to play any role for the development of society or
the state. If the people are not properly educated, the
development of society is not possible. So, the more we
72. Kabi Nazrul Govt College, Dhaka
1. (a) The; (b) an; (c) an; (d) a; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) the; (h) an;
(i) a; (j) ×.
2. (a) of; (b) in; (c) in; (d) in; (e) In; (f) to; (g) with; (h)
during; (i) in; (j) From.
3. (a) would better; (b) What if; (c) had better; (d) As soon
as; (e) as if; (f) let alone; (g) has to; (h) was born; (i) It ......
changed; (j) there.
4. (a) Health is the root of all happiness.
(b) We can never lead a happy life if we do not follow
the rules of health.
(c) To lead a happy life we should follow the rules of
health.
(d) We cannot be healthy without eating nutritious
foods .
(e) Nutritious foods do not mean valuable foods.
(f) We can find nutritious foods in local markets.
(g) We must have knowledge on nutrition so that we can
make a proper diet chart.
(h) Many rich people cannot lead a healthy life because
they do not have knowledge about proper diet.
(i) BTV puts up programs based on health.
(j) We must remember healthy people are assets of a
country.
5. (a) waste; (b) kill; (c) sit; (d) can not support; (e) lead; (f)
suffer; (g) indicates; (h) lead; (i) follow; (j) make.
6. (a) Truthfulness is greater than most other virtues in a
man's life.
(b) Who does not respect a truthful person?
(c) In spite of leading a poor life a truthful person is
honoured everywhere.
(d) A person who is truthful is not afraid of anybody.
(e) Peace is brought in one's mind by it.
73. SOS Hermann Gmeiner College, Dhaka
1. (a) a; (b) an; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) a; (g) ×; (h) ×; (i) the; 3.
(j) a.
2. (a) in; (b) by; (c) to; (d) to; (e) beyond/against; (f) to; (g)
in; (h) on; (i) with; (j) with. 4.
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can educate our people, the more the country will be
developed. With a view to developing human resource, the
government has given many benefits in the field of
expanding the primary and the secondary education.
Government must ensure the primary education for
every child of the country.
9. (a) very; (b) in the morning; (c) sleep/dream; (d) to
express; (e) to transfer/to gather; f) ever; (g) essential; (h)
inseparable; (i) hard; (j) brave.
10. (a) Firstly; (b) Then; (c) Besides; (d) But; (e) Moreover; f)
Simultaneously; (g) In addition; (h) similarly; (i) Besides;
(j) Thus/By this way.
11. (a) fix; (b) performances; (c) unpopular; (d) closed; (e)
city; f) independence; (g) expanded; (h) Little; (i) fast; (j)
tough/complicated.
12. The boy said, "I have to go to supper now. I can come
again tomorrow." I said, "I'll pay you for what you have
done thinking I should probably have to insist on an older
boy ten cents an hour." "Anything is all right."
7. George asked Symon how he (S) was. Symon replied that
he was not in a hilarious spirit. Then George asked him (S)
if it was Tom again. Symon sighed and replied in the
affirmative that it was Tom again. Then George asked him
(S) why he did not chuck him (T). He added that he (S)
had done everything in the world for him (T) and he had to
know by then that he (T) was quite hopeless.
8. Mr. Robertson is a lawyer. He doesn't have a beard but he
has an enormous moustache of which he is very proud. He
says the moustache makes him look important. He is in
fifties and loves to eat. But he doesn't eat too much
because too much eating creates various complications in
his body. He is a serious person but sometimes he can
make one laugh.
9. (a) social; (b) certain; (c) his; (d) steady; (e) certain; (f)
badly; (g) The; (h) very; (i) everywhere; (j) to compete.
10. (a) Firstly; (b) Secondly; (c) Thirdly; (d) So; (e) Then; (f)
Besides; (g) Moreover; (h) also; (i) Then after that; (j)
Thus.
11. (a) fixation; (b) inability; (c) unpopular; (d) close; (e) city;
(f) independence; (g) large; (h) limited; (i) breakneck; (j)
difficult.
12. Bangladesh, the land of rivers sometimes faces water
crisis. As a result, our agriculture suffers most. Water
crisis happens due to irregular rainfall. If rainfall is not
timely, crops do not grow well. This causes untold
sufferings to our farmers. Timely rainfall, a must for
bumper harvest is not at our hands. It is controlled by
nature. We have nothing to do in that case. If so, how can
we tackle this problem? Irrigation a substitute of rainfall
can be an effective remedy to address this problem. So,
our government should give emphasis on irrigation.
Otherwise, we shall have to suffer more.
(a) let alone; (b) has to; (c) would rather; (d) as soon as;
(e) had better; (f) as if; (g) there; (h) What's it like; (i)
what does.... look like (j) was born.
(a) Our English teacher gave us some special tips lest we
should fail in English.
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(b) So, they had better choose another.
(c) It seems as if it were rainy season.
(d) I could recognize neither Kamal nor Salam.
(e) If I were a king, I would serve to my subjects.
(f) If she sang a song, the audience could enjoy it.
(g) Scarcely had I finished eating rice when I went
there.
(h) So, it high time we started our journey early.
(i) She would rather remain unmarried than marry a
bad guy.
(j) He assured me, "Be not afraid till I am with you."
5. (a) were; (b) introduced; (c) giving; (d) were led; (e) was
born; (f) going; (g) brought; (h) Being; (i) were; (j)
proved.
6. (a) No other friend in men's life is as good as books.
(b) But you may not get them in your need.
(c) Aren't books always with you?
(d) You will be made wise by some books.
(e) Don't they do much good to us?
7. "Have you ever heard the name of Aesop?" the teacher
said to the boy. "No, sir. Who is he?" said the boy. "Read
the lesson attentively and then you will be able to know
about him. How interesting and instructive his fables are!"
said the teacher.
8. The result of the HSC Examination is going to be
published. The teachers have a great expectation from
Kamal and Jabed. Actually, these two boys are the most
talented students of the college and hence, their teachers
74. BEPZA Public School & College, Dhaka
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) the; (f) The; (g) ×; (h) ×;
(i) ×; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) to; (c) to; (d) out; (e) for; (f) of; (g) for; (h) in;
(i) to; (j) with.
3. (a) would rather; (b) had better; (c) Had; (d) let alone; (e) It;
(f) lest; (g) What if; (h) There; (i) as if; (j) cannot but.
4. (a) The teacher reacted as if we had made a blunder.
(b) If I had been a king, I would have made a grand
palace.
(c) I hurried to the station so that I could catch the
train.
(d) If I had had such a beautiful house of my own, I
would have been the happiest man on earth.
(e) I had thought about it before I did it.
(f) The more we speak English, the more we become
fluent.
(g) Our parents are so experienced that they can help us
in overcoming our difficulties.
(h) So many men, so many minds.
(i) This is too tough a sum for me to solve.
(j) Too much courtesy, too much craft.
5. (a) proclaims/has proclaimed; (b) to be observed; (c)
establishing; (d) came; (e) adopted; (f) was to encourage;
(g) developed; (h) inspired; (i) paid; (j) is.
6. The mistress of the house told the porter laughing that he
might go. She added that he had gained his freedom.
Swearing by Allah the porter said that he would not leave
that house until he had heard the stories of his
companions.
7. (a) Fiction is not as strange as truth.
(b) Didn't I have a very good idea?
(c) The ancient mariner was older than all other sailors.
think that either Kamal and Jabed will be able to show his
talent and save the prestige of the college. Fortunately,
neither of the boys has disappointed his teachers as they
have secured the first and second position respectively in
the merit list of the board. The teachers felt really proud
of the boys.
9. (a) famous; (b) one of the earliest torch bearers of Islam;
(c) beautiful; (d) including; (e) with flowers; (f) also/often;
(g) historical; (h) This; (i) many/the; (j) very.
10. (a) Actually; (b) But/However; (c) Truly speaking/Yet; (d)
In fact; (e) In order to; (f) Moreover; (g) Thus; (h)
But/Nevertheless; (i) Rather; (j) For this purpose/For this.
11. (a) kind/benevolent; (b) kill; (c) all; (d) periodic; (e)
unnecessary; (f) critical; (g) face/encounter; (h) ignoble/
shameful/ heinous; (i) professional/ compulsory; (j) take
/abstain.
12. Boss : Why can't you come to office on time?
Employee : I'm sorry, Sir. I was stuck in traffic jam.
Boss : How pathetic! You always come up with
some excuses.
Employee : Please, trust me.
Boss : Anyway, why didn't you do the assigned
job yesterday?
Employee : Sir, I was busy with some other tasks.
Boss : Shut up! Get out from here.
(d) Not only he but also his brother tried to win the
victory.
(e) The innocent Albatross was killed without any reason
by the old man.
8. Once upon a time there lived a young man named
Androcles. He was caught by a slave merchant who sold
him to a rich man in another country. The rich man was
very bad and inflicted heavy torture on him. Androcles
wanted to get rid of him. One day he fled from his
master’s house and took shelter in a cave. In the evening a
lion entered the cave. He seemed wounded. The wound
was so severe that he was groaning. Androcles came near
the lion. He took the lion’s paw in his hand and removed a
big thorn from it. The lion was relieved of his pain.
9. (a) axe; (b) wood; (c) every; (d) his; (e) careful; (f)
unnecessary; (g) gracious; (h) predicated; (i) cubby; (j)
fire.
10. (a) Actually; (b) For example; (c) Besides; (d) So; (e) For
this reason; (f) In comparison with; (g) Now; (h)
But/However; (i) Though; (j) That's why/consequently.
11. (a) modern/present; (b) restricted; (c) natural/genuine; (d)
unclear; (e) rewarded.
12. Jessie : What's solar energy?
Rifat : It's one of the renewable energy sources.
Jessie : Why is it called green energy?
Rifat : Well, it's green energy because it helps us keep
the earth green. I mean it doesn't emit any
pollutant in the atmosphere when we produce
and use it.
Jessie : I see. Then it must be a clean source of energy.
Rifat : Exactly! And that's why it's also called clean
energy.
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75. Govt Tolaram College, Narayanganj
1. (a) the; (b) the; (c) a; (d) a; (e) a; (f) An/The; (g) the; (h)
the; (i) a; (j) an.
2. (a) of; (b) near; (c) by; (d) for; (e) on; (f) after; (g) from;
(h) by; (i) to (Note: here 'to' is not preposition, but part of
infinitive); (j) in.
3. (a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) had better; (d) let alone;
(e) as if; (f) as soon as; (g) what's it like; (h) what does ⎯
look like; (i) There; (j) not only .... but also.
4. (a) The train had started before we reached the station.
(b) A stitch in time saves nine.
(c) I am so hungry that I cannot wait a second.
(d) The boy went to the shop to buy some groceries.
(e) If I were a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(f) Unless you study, you will fail in the examination.
(g) We became so upset that we stopped our
programme.
(h) All that glitters is not gold.
(i) She is well enough to do the job.
(j) No sooner had I went there than it started raining.
5. (a) is seen; (b) burning; (c) result; (d) trapping; (e) cause;
(f) rise; (g) resulting; (h) been released; (i) is called; (j) is.
6. (a) The Albatross was shot by the old sailor.
(b) At this, the other sailors were not at all happy with
him.
(c) As their throats were dry, they could not speak.
(d) By killing the bird, the old sailor brought bad luck to
the other sailors.
76. Gazipur Govt Mahila College, Gazipur
1. (a) the; (b) an; (c) A; (d) the; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) a; (h) ×; (i)
a; (j) ×.
2. (a) to; (b) to; (c) by; (d) for; (e) for; (f) to; (g) of; (h) of; (i)
by; (j) down.
3. (a) let alone; (b) have to; (c) What does ... look like; (d)
would rather; (e) As soon as; (f) was born; (g) as if; (h)
had better; (i) There; (j) Would you mind.
4. (a) If you work hard, you will succeed in life.
(b) It is high time, we stopped corruption.
(c) She is studying hard lest she might cut a sorry
figure in the exam.
(d) There is a good number of reasons why why students
fail in English.
(e) I wish I were a bird.
(f) No sooner had we reached the stadium than the
match started/began.
(g) It is not good to keep bad company.
(h) He behaves as if he were a qualified doctor.
(i) You had better go home now.
(j) Would that I could be a child again.
5. (a) are; (b) is born; (c) know; (d) start; (e) to think; (f)
nursing; (g) bringing; (h) remain; (i) taking; (j) should
never offend.
6. (a) The freedom fighters fought for the country and they
fought with a patriotic zeal.
(b) No other son of our nation is as courageous as they.
(c) They are admired and respected greatly by
everybody.
(d) Does anybody deny their contribution to their
motherland?
(e) They will ever be remembered by their countrymen
to the end.
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(e) What an unlucky day it was!
7. I was startled when the menu was brought, for the prices
were a good deal higher than I had expected. Then the
lady guest told me that she never ate anything for
luncheon. At this, I told her not to say that. Then she
reassured that she never ate more than one thing and added
that she thought people ate for too much on those days.
However she wondered if they had any salmon."
8. Babies are often compared to flowers. Both of them bring
pleasure to us. In the first 28 days, babies are called
newborns. The parents feel heavenly joy when they find
the smiling faces of the babies. Babies are divine gifts to
parents.
9. (a) a gift of nature; (b) enjoyable; (c) a; (d) brightly; (e)
all; (f) their; (g) However; (h) many; (i) to enjoy; (j) a.
10. (a) Not only; (b) In fact; (c) If; (d) Nowadays; (e) For
example; (f) That's why; (g) Besides; (h) Not only that; (i)
For; (j) So.
11. (a) Uncommon/rare; (b) capacity; (c) damage/harm; (d)
significant; (e) complete/full; (f) sound/healthy; (g) sound;
(h) unfit; (i) obey; (j) foolish/unwise.
12. I went there. They received me cordially. They asked me
how I had gone there. I replied," I had gone there on foot."
They became very glad and asked me what I had wanted."
A pen, a cell phone set, a fan and as a basket."
7. Lipi asked Sumi if she knew that Dhaka University offered
an Evening English session. Sumi replied in the
affirmative and said that she had heared it from Tania who
had already joined there. Sumi said that it was a two hours
session on basic grammar.
8. Einstein was a great scientist. His fame spread throughout
the world. But he led his life very simply and was
indifferent to his fame. The queen of Belgium was
impressed. Once she invited him to Brussels. Einstein
went there very simply and appeared like a shabby man.
The queen sent some officials to receive him. The
officials expected Einstein as somebody who would
appear to be rich. But as he led a very simple life, none of
the officials could understand that the shabby man was
really Einstein.
9. (a) our; (b) international; (c) global; (d) well; (e) the; (f)
communication/language; (g) your; (h) career; (i) in later
phases; (j) right/just.
10. (a) At present/Nowadays; (b) At the same time; (c) both;
(d) and; (e) Again; (f) Moreover; (g) Furthermore; (h) On
the other hand; (i) For example; (j) However.
11. (a) ever/always; (b) meritorious; (c) encourage; (d)
baffling; (e) curiosity; (f) capability; (g) vision; (h) worst;
(i) failure; (j) gain.
12. Laila : Excuse me. Where is the nearest hospital?
Arifa : It is about 2 km from here. You will have to hire
a taxi. You can also go by bus.
Laila : I see. Is there a bus station near here?
Arifa : Yes, there is a bus stop at the corner.
Laila : Thank you.
Arifa : Don't mention it.
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77. Safiuddin Sarker Academy & College, Gazipur
1. (a) an; (b) ×; (c) an; (d) a; (e) an; (f) an; (g) the; (h) a; (i)
the; (j) the.
2. (a) to; (b) About; (c) by; (d) to; (e) to; (f) by; (g) in; (h)
from; (i) in; (j) for.
3. (a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) What if; (d) What's it
like; (e) As soon as; (f) It; (g) let alone; (h) was born; (i)
had better; (j) What does .... look like.
4. (a) Nobody can succeed in life unless he works hard.
(b) The boy is strong enough to carry the bag.
(c) Scarcely had the teacher completed the lecture when
the students started to make noise.
(d) Five years have passed since we met last.
(e) He acted as if he had been a mad.
(f) Though he possessed a lot of money, he didn't help
the poor.
(g) The price of daily essential commodities is rising day
by day. So, it is very difficult to lead a comfortable
life.
(h) Provided that the weather is fine, we are going to
hold our picnic as scheduled.
(i) But for her kindness, she could not but adopt the
child.
(j) As soon as they knew the matter, they took proper
steps.
5. (a) was held; (b) was decorated; (c) were cleaned; (d) was
set; (e) were cooked; (f) was given; (g) were invited; (h)
were welcomed; (i) were told; (j) was brought.
6. (a) Education is not only getting certificates.
(b) We have to acquire an enlightened mind which is
enriched with the ability of free thinking and
rationality.
(c) Our mental horizon will be broadened without being
blind to our feeling.
78. Shaheed syed Nazrul Islam College, Mymensingh
1. (a) an; (b) the; (c) ×; (d) ×; (e) the; (f) a; (g) a; (h) the; (i)
a; (j) ×.
2. (a) from/by; (b) of; (c) from; (d) of/in; (e) from; (f) for; (g)
from; (h) of; (i) of; (j) for.
3. (a) at all; (b) While; (c) Since; (d) for; (e) a bit of a; (f) as
such; (g) The whole; (h) As well as; (i) as if; (j) as well.
4. (a) Once there lived a king who was fond of knowing
his future from astrologers.
(b) One day it so happened that a famous astrologer
was passing through his realm.
(c) The king called in him and wanted to know about
his future .
(d) As a result, the king got angry and condemned him
to death.
(e) The astrologer was thinking how he could save his
life.
(f) Before execution, the king asked him how long he
would live.
(g) Promptly, the astrologer said, "The stars declare that
I'll die one week before your Majesty."
(h) The astrologer used his ready wit so that he could
save his life.
(i) Hearing this the king drove him away.
(j) So, we can overcome the difficulties easily if we can
use our ready wit.
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(d) When we should achieve the capability to think from
others' perspective, we have an unbiased and
balanced opinion.
(e) Along with this, we should always equip our mind
with rationality.
7. Henry asked who there was. An unknown voice replied
that he was Dick Arkwrite. Henry again inquired if he was
a spinner. The unknown voice replied in the negative that
he was a barbar. Henry replied that then he (H) would be
needing him (U) for cutting his (H) hair.
8. The Taj Mahal is surrounded by a beautiful garden and
there is a long pool that stretches out in front of the
building. One can see the beauty of the Taj Mahal in this
refection in the pool water. Visitors come to see this
wonderful building at different times of the day since the
building assumes a different look at different times, Most
people like it best on moonlit night.
9. (a) bravely; (b) talking; (c) to know; (d) extremely/very;
(e) to become; (f) ambitious/cruel; (g) to convince; (h) the
king of Scotland; (i) to kill; (j) taking.
10. (a) actually; (b) If; (c) only for; (d) But; (e) When; (f)
highly/widely; (g) After; (h) why; (i) and; (j) that.
11. (a) beneficial; (b) difficulties; (c) pastime; (d) organize; (e)
cooperate; (f) deliberately; (g) really; (h) waste/kill; (i)
gratifying; (j) cases.
12. The old sailor said, "I am saved because I have shown true
love for all living things. Sometimes, I feel, I must teach
the lesson that I learnt." "What is the lesson?" the guest
said. The old sailor said, "He prayeth best who loveth best
all things-both great and small."
5. (a) yielding; (b) remains; (c) can notice; (d) are
changed/are being changed; (e) do not exist; (f) is
replacing; (g) is losing; (h) are becoming; (i) has changed;
(j) looking.
6. (a) The college authority gave her the responsibility so
that she could organize the club.
(b) She enlisted the name of the people interested in
debating.
(c) The teacher was not in the class and she went around
to every class.
(d) They were made convinced in debating by her.
(e) Very few girls in the class are as clever as she.
7. The student drew the attention of the librarian and said
that he (s) wanted to know about reference books of the
library. The librarian replied that in one part of the library
he (s) would go to read books but he (s) could not take
them out of the building. The student asked him (L) what
they called that section of the library. The librarian replied
that it was called 'Closed reserve'. However he added that
he (s) would find some useful books there and he (s)
would need them for the exam.
8. The earth is getting hotter. It is also very old. It is about
4,500 million years old! The earth's climate has been
changing for all these years. But the climate is heating up
much faster now. Humans and their machines are
responsible for warming. Almost all machines use fuels
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such as oil, gas, coal. These gases produce pollution. 12. Karim :
Much of this pollution contains a gas called carbon-di- Rony :
oxide. This gas is responsible for the pollution of the Karim :
atmosphere. To prevent pollution we should plant trees Rony :
which produce oxygen in the atmosphere. Karim :
9. (a) a; (b) their; (c) any; (d) his; (e) very; (f) a; (g) one; (h) Rony :
experienced; (i) different; (j) to make.
Karim :
10. (a) because; (b) that; (c) But; (d) which/that; (e) If; (f) Rony :
Both; (g) Nowadays; (h) Very often; (i) Instead; (j)
Karim :
However/But.
Rony :
11. (a) Unpleasant; (b) harmful; (c) seldom; (d) suggested; (e)
seems; (f) noisy; (g) tranquil; (h) charmed; (i) sad; (j) .
mood.
79. Netrakona Govt Women's College, Netrakona
1. (a) a; (b) a; (c) a; (d) An; (e) The; (f) the; (g) The; (h) a;
(i) a; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) to; (c) behind; (d) by; (e) to; (f) into; (g) of; (h)
to; (i) away; (j) at.
3. (a) would rather; (b) as soon as; (c) It; (d) as if; (e) had
better; (f) how to; (g) as long as; (h) what is; (i) What if; 8. The Chinese put a lot of emphasis on the unity of family.
(j) let alone.
4. (a) Students practice English a lot so that they can learn
it properly.
(b) I will come after I have finished my work.
(c) Eve teasing is a serious social problem. It is high time
we put an end to this problem.
(d) If you study literature you will learn a lot about life.
(e) Since there are more questions to discuss, we should
end our meeting today.
(f) Five long summers have passed since I lost my 9. (a) modern; (b) to spend; (c) cell/mobile; (d) to be; (e) the;
father.
(g) I no sooner had reached the college than it started
raining. 10. (a) In fact/Actually; (b) Besides; (c) However; (d) And;
(h) I would rather you didn't smoke.
(i) Walk fast lest you should miss the train.
(j) The man accepted his fault. That's why he was 11. (a) include/comprise; (b) thick/broad; (c) exclude; (d)
punished highly.
5. (a) has raised; (b) are; (c) offer; (d) rejected; (e) take; (f)
throwing; (g) burnt; (h) lead; (i) preventing; (j) develop. 12. Rifat : Hello, Rafat! I was trying to call you but the line
6. (a) The history of the world does not sing the glory of the
cowardly people.
(b) He had a spirit and it was indomitable.
(c) He was defeated again and again by the English
army.
(d) Although he hid himself as a part of strategy, he did
not yield.
(e) Fighting back bravely, he won over the enemy.
7. The tourist wished good morning to the receptionist and
asked him (R) if he (R) had any room vacant. Replying in
80. Govt Debendra College, Manikganj
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) a; (d) the; (e) the; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) ×; (i)
the; (j) the.
2. (a) about; (b) of; (c) over; (d) in; (e) of; (f) into; (g) in; (h)
about; (i) to; (j) away.
3. (a) so that; (b) What's it like; (c) an open secret; (d) at the
eleventh hour; (e) at stake; (f) is supposed; (g) call on; (h)
deals in; (i) hot cake; (j) as though.
4. (a) This is the man that I guess.
(b) The ship capsized but nobody died.
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Where's your pen?
It's gone.
Gone?
Yes, it was on the desk a few minutes ago.
I left it on the desk. Now, there's no sign of it.
It's my favourite pen. What can I do?
Let's complain to the principal.
For what?
For your pen.
You're mad! I'll complain to the Principal for a
pen.
the affirmative, he (R) asked the tourist if he (T)
needed/wanted a double or single room. In reply, he (T)
said that he (T) wanted one double room. Then the
receptionist said that they had a double room on the
second floor.
In the cities the parks are often crowded with
families/people spending their time together. There are
lots of nice, clean parks for people to spend their time in.
Sometimes, musicians and acrobats perform in the open
air to entertain people who are present there. In the
evening many families spend their free time watching
television. The Japanese love to take part in sports in their
free time. They also love skate boarding which involves
riding on a flat piece of wood that has wheels under it.
(f) love; (g) by a lover; (h) also/definitely/ certainly; (i)
who writes it; (j) writing.
(e) At present/Now; (f) As a result; (g) So; (h) Moreover;
(i) Furthermore; (j) Thus/By this way.
watery; (e) fruitful; (f) small; (g) abode; (h)
dormant/obscure; (i) non-specific/uncertain; (j) engaged.
was engaged.
Rafat : Sorry. I was talking to my doctor.
Rifat : Doctor? Are you sick?
Rafat : No, no. My doctor is sick. I was just enquiring
about his condition.
Rifat : Oh, I see. We often forget that doctors are also
humans.
(c) Bangladesh defeated England in test match for the
first time but could not win the series.
(d) The President has been informed whether food will
be imported or not.
(e) The people demand what is difficult to be met.
(f) Do you know what he does?
(g) I know that honesty gets reward.
(h) The children who take much sweets spoil their teeth.
(i) No sooner had he come than I stood up.
(j) He is so weak that he needs rest now.
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5. (a) have received; (b) will be; (c) have won; (d) held; (e)
am telling; (f) Being; (g) helps; (h) communicate; (i) is
needed; (j) holds/has held.
6. Father told his son that he (F) had come to know that he
(S) was not reading newspaper. He (F) added that he (S)
didn't know how important it was. The son asked his
father why it was very important. Father replied that just
the books he (S) read were not enough. He added that
from a newspaper he (S) could learn a lot of news of home
and abroad.
7. (a) What a tired person I was then!
(b) At day light, I woke up.
(c) The people surrounded me.
(d) I heard a confusing noise which was around me./I
heard a noise around me which was confusing.
(e) I felt it was more disastrous than most other days in
my life.
8. What's your aim in life? A man should set the aim early
in his life. In that case he gets more preparation time and
understand do's and don'ts of what he wants to choose. If
you choose a writer's life, you are a free bird enjoying
your time, creating and still earning. Are you laughing?
The career of writer/Choosing of a writer's life is not
good or this is not a profession? In advanced countries the
writers are a big number and are considered to be in a
good profession. Do you know how much the writers
earn? Some of them earn millions of dollars. Even
81. Govt Haraganga College, Munshiganj
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) ×; (d) a; (e) a; (f) a; (g) The; (h) the; (i) ×;
(j) the.
2. (a) on; (b) in; (c) on; (d) of; (e) in; (f) about; (g) at; (h) of;
(i) on (j) to.
3. (a) there; (b) as if; (c) what does ... look like; (d) would
rather; (e) had better; (f) as soon as; (g) What's it like; (h)
have to; (i) let alone; (j) It.
4. (a) He has a lot of money but does not help the poor.
(b) It is high time we stood against it.
(c) He walked carefully lest he should slip on it.
(d) Had I been proposed to go, I would have gone there.
(e) Their throats were so dry that they could not speak.
(f) It is many years since we achieved our
independence.
(g) Be attentive to my lecture, otherwise you will fail to
understand.
(h) Everybody should be sincere because sincerity is
the key to success.
(i) He opened a bank account so that he could deposit
money.
(j) We arrived at the stadium after the match had
started.
5. (a) waste; (b) kill; (c) sit; (d) can not support; (e) lead; (f)
suffer; (g) indicates; (h) can lead; (i) follow; (j) is made.
6. (a) Is anger anything but a vice?
(b) We compare it with flame.
(c) It begets nothing but the worst.
(d) The person taken by anger causes a lot of troubles.
(e) We should realise it and try to be emotionally
balanced.
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statesmen, journalists, professors, choose for themselves
this profession and live happy retired life.
9. (a) first/greatest; (b) our; (c) In the morning; (d) done; (e)
early/easily; (f) to take; (g) Getting up/Rising; (h) to do/to
complete; (i) finishing/doing; (j) after work.
10. (a) Accordingly; (b) After; (c) Now/At present; (d)
Besides/Moreover; (e) However/But; (f) If; (g) After that/
Moreover; (h) While; (i) Besides; (j) So/Therefore.
11. (a) becoming; (b) aware/alert; (c) thin/slender/smart; (d)
fatty/bulky; (e) gymnasts/acrobats; (f) unusually; (g)
harmed; (h) largely/highly; (i) unhealthy; (j) usually.
12. Customer : Excuse me! Can I make a
telephone call?
Telephone operator : Sure. Here it is.
Customer : I want to phone someone in.
Telephone Operator : Do you know the dialing code
no.?
Customer : No, could you help me?
Telephone operator : O! It's 0421.
Customer : What's the call rate, please?
Telephone operator : Oh, it's Tk 2.00 per minute.
Customer : It's all right.
Telephone operator : Would you tell me the phone
number?
Customer : It's 6023.
7. The mistress of the house told the porter laughing that he
might go. She added that he had gained his freedom.
Swearing by Allah the porter said that he would not leave
that house until he had heard the stories of his
companions.
8. When a child is born, it is totally helpless. It is its parents
who come forward to remove its helplessness. So the
parents are the best friends of all the children on earth.
The children are greatly cared of by their parents.
9. (a) a burning question of the day; (b) specific; (c) the; (d)
daily; (e) their; (f) severely; (g) industrial; (h) to produce;
(i) private; (j) this.
10. (a) In fact; (b) Truly speaking; (c) Unfortunately; (d)
Moreover/Then; (e) Finally; (f) Nowadays; (g) But; (h)
Besides; (i) As a result; (j) So.
11. (a) solution; (b) affluence; (c) disparity; (d) means; (e)
notorious; (f) unwillingly; (g) rescue; (h) inside; (i) job; (j)
snare.
12. Marie : You're really fit, Paul. Do you exercise very
much?
Paul : Well, I almost always get up early and I lift
weight for an hour.
Marie : For an hour!
Paul : Yes. And then go swimming.
Marie : Wow! How often do you exercise like that?
Paul : About five times a week. What about you?
Marie : Oh! I hardly ever exercise. I usually just watch
TV in my free time. Often my mom tells me
not to be a potato couch.
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82. Govt Sarada Sundari Mahila College, Faridpur
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) the; (d) a; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) the; (i)
an; (j) a.
2. (a) with; (b) down; (c) about; (d) on; (e) of; (f) for; (g) on;
(h) into; (i) at; (j) on.
3. (a) has gone; (b) must have left; (c) has been; (d) must
leave; (e) For; (f) after; (g) when; (h) should have; (i) have
had; (j) was to.
4. (a) I'll ring you back as soon as I complete my writing.
(b) I will be watching TV while they will be sleeping.
(c) I entered the class after the bell had rung.
(d) If I was there, I would know the matter.
(e) I object to your speech.
(f) I wish I could know the place.
(g) I would rather work than sit idle.
(h) Despite being sick I went out.
(i) Unless you study hard, you will fail.
(j) No sooner had we reached the station than the
train left.
5. (a) were walking; (b) came; (c) found; (d) had happened;
(e) think; (f) went; (g) saw; (h) would tell; (i) took; (j)
going.
6. (a) The Sundarbans is larger than any other mangrove
forest in the world.
(b) Isn't this forest an invaluable asset for us?
(c) The Royal Bengal Tiger which is the most attractive
tiger in the world lives here.
(d) But very regretfully the number of the tigers is
decreasing day by day.
(e) These beautiful beasts should be protected by us.
7. As we shook hands she advised me to follow her example
and told me never to eat more than one thing for luncheon.
I retorted that I would do better than that and added that I
83. Govt Nazimuddin College, Madaripur
1. (a) The; (b) a; (c) a; (d) ×; (e) a; (f) a; (g) a; (h) an; (i) the;
(j) the
2. (a) of; (b) of; (c) with; (d) of; (e) in; (f) After; (g) with; (h)
to; (i) for; (j) to.
3. (a) Scarcely had; (b) had to; (c) as if; (d) let alone; (e) It is
high time; (f) lest; (g) would rather; (h) as well as; (i)
There; (j) had better.
4. (a) The sky is gloomy and the weather is suffocating.
(b) If he comes, I will go there.
(c) People who are not honest can not be believed.
(d) Helen behaves as if she knew everything.
(e) The villagers repaired it lest they should face an
accident.
(f) Salam is very hungry today, he had better buy food.
(g) Do not rely on a person who is a liar.
(h) The girl was very sick, hardly had I seen her at the
office.
(i) I wish I were a magistrate.
(j) He started late. He walked as fast as he could but
could not catch the train.
5. (a) became; (b) thinking; (c) becoming; (d) didn't find out;
(e) got; (f) found; (g) did not miss; (h) took; (i) stuck; (j)
live.
6. (a) The authority established our college in 1948.
(b) Isn't this college playing a valuable role in spreading
the light of education in this region?
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would eat nothing for dinner that night. Jumping into a
cab, she cried gaily and said that I was quite a humorist.
8. Once there was a king who had a beautiful garden in his
palace, and in the garden stood a tree which bore golden
apples. The true was always counted, and about the time
when the golden apples grew ripe, it was found that every
night one of the apples was gone. He became very angry
and ordered the gardener to keep watch all night under the
tree. The gardener set his eldest son to watch; but about
twelve o'clock he fell asleep. And in the morning one
more apple was missing. The next day, the second son was
ordered to watch; and at midnight the second son too fell
asleep.
9. (a) a coconut Island/a coral island; (b) only; (c) the; (d)
another/other; (e) tourist; (f) daily/their; (g) These; (h)
their; (i) number of; (j) that.
10. (a) while; (b) Basically; (c) that; (d) whereas / though; (e)
Actually; (f) when; (g) which; (h) who; (i) and; (j)
Besides/moreover.
11. (a) large/big; (b) hardly; (c) recently; (d) unlimited; (e)
earn; (f) ability; (g) support/continue; (h) near/close; (i)
require; (j) handle/run.
12. Tourist : How old is the edifice guide?
Guide : Madame, it's a fifteen century edifice.
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide : It was built by Akbar, the emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh, I see!
Guide : Madame, we should move now. The sun is
about to set. It would be dark.
Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
Guide : It is. But the security does not allow anybody
after sunset.
(c) It is bigger than most other colleges in the southern
part of Bangladesh.
(d) Many have received education from this college and
are serving the country in various fields.
(e) There is none who does not expect success of this
college.
7. Niloy asked Koly where she had gone. Koly replied that
she had gone to the Bishyshahittiyokendro Library. Niloy
asked her again what book/books she had borrowed. She
replied that she had borrowed a book by Nehru and he
might also have one. She also told Niloy to go right then if
he liked.
8. There lived a wise man in a village who had a great love
for knowledge. Once he went to a bazar to buy some fruits
from a fruitseller. He was a very dishonest man. He tried
to make more money from the man.
9. (a) many; (b) best; (c) everyday; (d) really; (e) much/a lot;
(f) dearly; (g) always; (h) in the morning; (i) future; (j) to
be attentive and punctual.
10. (a) Firstly; (b) Again; (c) Besides; (d) As a result; (e)
Then; (f) Moreover; (g) For this reason; (h) Sometimes; (i)
Consequently; (j) So.
11. (a) desire; (b) meaningful/worthy; (c) friend; (d) die; (e)
hold, keep, continue; (f) accomplish/achieve; (g)
refuse/reject; (h) applause; (i) offer/ distribute; (j)
quit/end/desist.
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12. Rashed : Hello, Abir, What are you doing?
Abir : I'm reading a newspaper.
Rashed : Do you read newspaper daily?
Abir : Yes, everyday before breakfast. Don't you
read newspaper?
84. Chandpur Govt College, Chandpur
1. (a) the; (b) A; (c) the; (d) a; (e) the; (f) a; (g) the; (h) ×; (i)
the; (j) ×.
2. (a) of; (b) against; (c) about; (d) in/across; (e) inside; (f)
for; (g) of; (h) for; (i) of; (j) to.
3. (a) What's it like; (b) had better; (c) let alone; (d) There;
(e) was born; (f) would rather; (g) as soon as; (h) What
does ....... look like; (i) as if; (j) have to.
4. (a) It is high time we planted more trees.
(b) My parents are glad that I have got Golden A+.
(c) If he were rich, he could solve the problem.
(d) For this, a wealthy man cannot lead a peaceful life.
(e) He is now in problem since he lost his job.
(f) He has become tired after working for a long
period.
(g) In spring the cuckoo sings night and day.
(h) It is observed throughout the country.
(i) If I knew his phone number, I would communicate
with him.
(j) Neighbours are those persons who live in and
around us.
5. (a) will have taken; (b) is growing; (c) prepared; (d) Could
have finished; (e) know; (f) had learnt; (g) has come; (h)
admitted; (i) achieved; (j) accomplished.
6. (a) A tree in his father's garden was cut by George
Washington.
(b) After seeing it his father became very angry.
(c) The boy trembled in fear but he did not tell a lie.
(d) His father expressed happiness for his son who was
truthful.
(e) Very few sons were as devoted as he.
7. George asked Symon how he (S) was. Symon replied that
he was not in a hilarious spirit. George asked him if it was
Tom again. Symon replied in the affirmative and said that
it was Tom again. George asked Symon why he (S) did
85. Feni Govt College, Feni
1. (a) the; (b) the; (c) the; (d) the; (e) an; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) ×;
(i) a; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) on; (c) to; (d) of; (e) to; (f) to; (g) for; (h) with;
(i) of; (j) about.
5.
3. (a) there; (b) had better; (c) have to; (d) let alone; (e) first
hand; (f) You should drive; (g) exercise power; (h) as if;
(i) a famous; (j) global language.
6.
4. (a) The doctor suggested that Halim should test his
blood.
(b) I wanted to have this car bought at a reasonable
price.
(c) We had hoped that Rusel would make a bright
result.
(d) We arrived so late that we could not catch the train.
(e) He talks as if he knew all.
(f) I exist therefore I am.
(g) Struggle hard lest you might lag behind in life.
(h) I shall wait until Shahid returns.
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Rashed : No, I don't. What's the importance of
reading newspaper?
Abir : Newspaper is an indispensable part of our
life. It helps us in many ways.
not chuck him (T). He added that he (s) had done
everything in the world for him (T) and he (S) had to
know by then that he (T) was quite hopeless.
8. Human life on earth is very short. In this short span of life
man should have definite aim to attain success in life. In
other words, life is nothing but a journey. To reach the
destination of the journey everyman has some plants and
programmes. It is his aim. An aim is the corner stone to
success in human life. A life without an aim is like a ship
without a rudder. An aim helps a man to gain his coveted
objective. So, in order to be successful in life, the aim
should be fixed earlier.
9. (a) important; (b) bookish; (c) to enrich; (d) regularly; (e)
to know; (f) Reading newspaper; (g) many; (h)
wisely/properly; (i) definitely; (j) always.
10. (a) and; (b) so; (c) rather; (d) Most importantly; (e) Thus;
(f) and; (g) so; (h) consequently; (i) still; (j) and.
11. (a) urban; (b) complication; (c) unlike; (d) indefinite; (e)
large; (f) easy; (g) slowly; (h) indicate; (i) able; (j) few.
12. Assistant : Can I help you?
Customer-1 : I'm looking for a maroon skirt.
Assistant : Yes, those're there. What size?
Customer-1 : Size twelve.
Assistant : Size 12 is over there on the rack. Wait a bit,
please. I'll show you.
Assistant : Can I help you?
Customer-2 : No, I'm just looking. Thank you.
Customer-3 : Excuse me, can I try this jacket on, please?
Assistant : Certainly. The trial room is over there by
the cash desk. Try please.
Customer-3 : Thank you.
(i) My father did not attended the meeting nor did he
inform us.
(j) You should see a doctor otherwise you will face a
serious condition.
(a) developed; (b) develop; (c) has; (d) formulated; (e) is
butchered; (f) been made; (g) wants; (h) widen; (i)
simplify; (j) be supported.
(a) Very few events are as exciting as T-20 cricket
matches.
(b) Bangladesh has not made a little progress in this field
lately.
Hasn't Bangladesh made a tremendous progress in
this field lately?
(c) Shakib Al Hasan, the best all-rounder, has made us
proud.
(d) He does an all-round performance both in batting and
bowling but he sometimes fails to show the
professionalism in his attitude.
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(e) Shakib's playing is enjoyed by those who love T-20
cricket match.
7. A father's friend asked his father if his son had decided
what he (son) wanted to do when he grow up. The father
replied in the affirmative that he (son) wanted to be a
garbage collector. Hearing this answer, father's friend,
commented it as strange ambition to have for a career.
Father replied that he (s) thought that garbage collectors
only worked on Friday.
8. At English Class, you can receive help on any writing
practice. Writing practice can make your writing stronger
by discussing topics with someone else. This will lead to a
great understanding of the proper mechanics and style
expected in academic exam writing. This method/system
is an important part of learning writing process, and the
teachers spend a good deal of time making sure you
understand the skills of writing in exams. Using
technique/mechanics will definitely make your writing
skills stronger, and that will give you greater confidence
for your next assignment.
86. Noakhali Govt College, Noakhali
1. (a) a; (b) a; (c) The; (d) ×; (e) an; (f) an; (g) the; (h) the;
(i) the; (j) ×.
2. (a) in; (b) At; (c) for; (d) of; (e) from; (f) from; (g) about;
(h) of; (i) for; (j) at.
3. (a) was born; (b) as if; (c) It; (d) have to; (e) would rather;
(f) let alone; (g) had better; (h) What if; (i) what does ...
look like; (j) There.
4. (a) Unless something unexpected happens I will join the
party.
(b) The old man was too weak to get into the train.
(c) Had he studied seriously, he would have done well
in the exam.
(d) He walks fast lest he should miss the class.
(e) It is such a book which contains the meanings,
definitions etc. of words.
(f) Mr. Rahman did not need an umbrella because he had
reached office before it started raining.
(g) It is high time we controlled over population.
(h) He reads seriously so that he can cut a good figure
in the exam.
(i) It was so difficult that they could not get the
meaning.
(j) Five years have passed since I saw him last.
5. (a) is; (b) cannot ignore; (c) is polluted; (d) pollutes; (e)
throwing; (f) wash; (g) mixed; (h) throw; (i) pollute; (j)
standing.
6. (a) Once I was travelling through a forest which was in
Africa.
(b) How dark all around it was!
(c) Didn't I spend the whole night on a tree?
(d) Suddenly I saw a lion which was coming towards me.
87. Rajshahi Govt Women's College, Rajshahi
1. (a) an; (b) the; (c) a; (d) ×; (e) the; (f) An; (g) a; (h) ×; (i) 4.
An; (j) the.
2. (a) with; (b) of; (c) for; (d) off/out; (e) in; (f) of; (g) out;
(h) out; (i) from; (j) in.
3. (a) had better; (b) as if; (c) would rather; (d) No sooner
had; (e) There; (f) What if; (g) have to; (h) What does ...
look like?; (i) What's ..... look like?; (j) was born.
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9. (a) duly; (b) an initiative; (c) the; (d) the; (e) to know the
details; (f) Often; (g) minutely; (h) our; (i) likely; (j)
real/proper.
10. (a) or; (b) While; (c) especially; (d) and; (e) Surprisingly; (f)
however; (g) because; (h) and; (i) but also; (j) Shockingly.
11. (a) compare/contradict; (b) guilt; (c) pacific/pleasant; (d)
absence; (e) unawareness; (f) pleasure; (g) wrong/
inappropriate; (h) proficiency; (i) dream; (j) material/
physical.
12. Perhaps you don't always need to use commas, periods,
colons etc. to make sentences clear. When I am in a hurry,
tired, cold, lazy or angry; I sometimes, leave out
punctuation marks. Grammar is stupid. I can write without
it and don't need it. My uncle Harry once said, "He was
not very clever and I never understood a word." He wrote
to me. "I think I'll learn some punctuation not too much
enough to write to Uncle Harry. He needs some help."
.
(e) It was thought by me that I would be killed by it.
7. "Why are you crying? What has happened to you?" said
the prophet. "I'm hungry. I have been starving for three
days," said the boy. "Come with me", said the prophet.
8. Shefali comes of a poor illiterate family of a remote
village. Her father is a day labourer and mother is a
housewife. Their prime concern is to marry Shefali off.
But Shefali is only 13 now. She so little that she cannot
even think of a marriage life. Marriage seems to be a
imprisonment to her. Shefali wants to concentrate on her
studies so that she can be proud of an well-educated
daughter.
9. (a) industrious/active; (b) co-operative; (c) hard; (d) rainy; (e)
any; (f) other; (g) Great; (h) their; (i) all/whole; (j) whole.
10. (a) Undoubtedly; (b) Once; (c) But; (d) For example; (e)
As a result; (f) Nowadays; (g) Besides; (h) Moreover; (i)
Even; (j) In fine/To sum up.
11. (a) steps/endeavour; (b) demotion; (c) appeal; (d)
complicatedly/seriously; (e) pleasure/merriment; (f)
defeat; (g) unequally; (h) dislike; (i) challenging; (j)
interesting.
12. "What a good time I shall have eating this meat when I get
home!" said a dog as it started to cross a stream of water.
He stopped suddenly, looked down into water. There was
his shadow. "That dog has a large piece than I", he said. "I
want that piece of meat and I will have it," he growled.
"But the dog in the water did not move nor did he drop his
piece of meat."
.
(a) They got into the bus as soon as the bus arrived.
(b) His main job is to catch fish.
(c) If you go outside, you will get wet.
(d) We should plant trees in order to get help from
trees/to save our environment.
(e) He is so weak that he cannot move without other's
help/he cannot walk.
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(f) The man speaks with an air of arrogance/in an
arrogant mood.
(g) The man whom you met yesterday is my brother.
(h) But I could not attend the party because I had an
urgent piece of business.
(i) I used to swim when I lived in my village.
(j) No sooner had he finished his lecture than the bell
rang.
5. (a) lived; (b) had; (c) loved; (d) obeyed; (e) was sleeping;
(f) woke; (g) felt; (h) told; (i) dozing; (j) found.
6. (a) I was there at autumn.
(b) Since I needed/wanted to finish some writings, I
wanted a quiet place.
(c) I hired a cabin and the cabin belonged to the
orphanage.
(d) A boy was asked for by me to chop wood for the fire
place.
(e) The first few days were not cold.
7. The son said to his father, "Will we take a taxi or a bus to
go to the exibition?"
"A bus will be better", said father. "It is really difficult
getting a taxi at the rush hours." Then the son said, "Will
we go to next bus stop? We will get vacant seats there."
"Yes, good idea," said father.
8. A beggar is a person who begs from door to door. There
are some beggars who beg on streets. A beggar who begs
on streets is called a street beggar. Begging is not a
profession. It is a social problem. Beggars are the ignoble
88. BIAM Model School & College, Bogra
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) a; (d) ×; (e) the; (f) the; (g) the; (h) the;
(i) ×; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) in; (c) by; (d) away; (e) with; (f) into; (g) by; (h)
on; (i) for; (j) by.
3. (a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) had better; (d) let alone;
(e) as if; (f) as soon as; (g) What's it like; (h) What does ...
look like; (i) There; (j) was born.
4. (a) You cannot buy a car unless you have a lot money.
(b) Call me in case you need me.
(c) If you enjoyed the film, you would watch it again.
(d) No sooner had I got down from the train than I lost
my luggage.
(e) Though he was innocent, he was arrested.
(f) He cannot walk one mile at stretch, let alone win a
race.
(g) He acted as if he had been mad.
(h) They worked very hard all day long so that they
could prepare the garden.
(i) Would you mind taking a cup of tea?
(j) It was a long since I had seen you last.
5. (a) inspires; (b) is; (c) makes; (d) obeys; (e) thinks; (f)
teaches; (g) praised; (h) honoured; (i) engages; (j) causes.
6. (a) People consider him the greatest physicist after
Einstein.
(b) It was 1979 when he joined Cambridge University.
(c) He received the prestigious Albert Einstein Award at
his thirty two.
(d) He wrote a book and it explained cosmology for
general public.
(e) Very few scientists in the present world are as great
as he.
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persons in the society. Though they earn money by
begging, they do not contribute to the society.
9. (a) a season of extreme heat; (b) very; (c) earnestly/here
and there; (d) small; (e) little/short; (f) few; (g) the; (h)
very; (i) its; (j) to turn down.
10. (a) Similarly; (b) So; (c) whereas; (d) In fact; (e)
Besides/Again/Also; (f) Truly; (g) Undoubtedly; (h) On
the other hand; (i) Moreover; (j) So/Therefore.
11. (a) individual/member; (b) lethargic/sluggish; (c)
apathy/indifference; (d) worsen/demote; (e)
probable/unreal; (f) feast/dinner; (g) exit/depart; (h)
furnished/adorned; (i) stared; (j) middle.
12. Abid : Have you heard the latest news?
Hasan : No, what's happened?
Abid : Well, it seems Tomal and Topu have broken
off their friendship.
Hasan : Really? I must say it doesn't surprise me.
Abid : Why do you think so?
Hasan : Tomal was very selfish. They were bound to
break off today or tomorrow!
Abid : Yes, the sooner, the better.
Hasan : But, Topu is a good boy. He's a pretty tough
character.
Abid : I'm just surprised at the beginning of their
friendship. How could they stay together? Two
opposite characters.
Hasan : Friendship never follows a rule.
7. The Grocer asked the fruit seller where his (FS) son was.
The fruit-seller replied that a crow had carried away his
(G) son away. The Grocer addressed him (FS) as a liar and
asked him (FS) how a crow could carry away such a big
boy. The fruit-seller replied that just the same way as mice
could eat away balance and weights.
8. A cook once roasted a duck for his master. The roast
looked so delicious that could not resist the temptation and
ate up one of the drumsticks. When his master sat down
to eat the meal, he quickly noticed the-missing leg. He
asked the cook what had happened to the other leg. The
cook told his master that it had one leg only. The master
said that there was no such thing as one-legged duck but
the cook insisted that every duck had only one leg.
9. (a) a famous poet; (b) rich; (c) the; (d) early; (e) first; (f)
much; (g) This; (h) much; (i) his; (j) a collection of poem.
10. (a) It is true that; (b) Also; (c) Moreover; (d) In addition;
(e) On the top of that; (f) Finally; (g) however; (h)
Unfortunately; (i) So; (j) As a result/Hence.
11. (a) fool; (b) honour; (c) disbelieve; (d) rich; (e) master; (f)
present; (g) natural; (h) ugly; (i) succeed; (j) actual.
12. Rodela : Hellow, Rahela, what are you doing?
Rahela : I am reading a newspaper.
Rodela : Do you read newspaper daily?
Rahela : Yes, everyday before breakfast. Don't you read
newspaper?
Rodela : No, I don't. What's the importance of reading
newspaper?
Rahela : Newspaper is an indispensable part of our life.
It helps us in many ways.
Rodela : Would you please tell me how it helps us?
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Rahela : It has removed the global distance. It gives us
news about politics, economics, cultures,
literatures, games and sports of the whole
world.
89. Ishwardi Govt College, Pabna
1. (a) a; (b) The; (c) ×; (d) a; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) ×; (h) ×; (i)
the; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) In; (c) to; (d) of; (e) For; (f) among; (g) for; (h)
of; (i) in; (j) of.
3. (a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) had better; (d) let alone;
(e) as if; (f) as soon as; (g) What's it like; (h) what ... look
like; (i) There; (j) was born.
4. a) Bangladesh is an agricultural country.
b) Most of the people here live by agriculture.
c) As these people are mostly illiterate, they do not
know the scientific way of cultivation.
d) Consequently, it is not sufficient for us to produce
sufficient food for our people.
e) Moreover, the country is very small and cannot
afford to produce enough food for our large
population.
f) So it is essential for us to train our farmers.
g) To solve these problems, our government has taken
various steps.
h) But our government should give more importance on
vocational educations so that our country can be
enriched with skilled population.
i) In the present globalized world, we can export our
native products to different countries.
j) Side by side, we must make them skilled in English to
communicate with other countries.
5. (a) was sleeping; (b) felt; (c) calling; (d) fell; (e) found; (f)
came; (g) sleeping; (h) standing; (i) should wake; (j)
understood.
6. (a) At the age of 17, he was sent to London for studies.
(b) London was described by him as a dismal city.
(c) He was happy in Brighton but a friend of the family
persuaded his brother to send him to London.
(d) He was lucky to get an English family which was
friendly.
90. Qadirabad Cantt Sapper College, Natore
1. (a) the; (b) the; (c) The; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) a; (h)
the; (i) the; (j) ×.
2. (a) on; (b) outside; (c) past; (d) to; (e) in; (f) about; (g) to;
(h) to; (i) until; (j) in.
3. (a) was born; (b) No sooner had; (c) had better; (d) used
to; (e) What's the matter; (f) But for; (g) What do you
mean?; (h) as if; (i) is it; (j) has to.
4. (a) He is a wealthy man. He will help you by managing a
job provided that you request him earnestly.
(b) The road is too damaged to drive a car.
(c) Ratan is an orphan boy. His uncle treats him as if he
were his son.
(d) Had he been little careful, he would have made a
good result but he was not attentive to his study at
all.
(e) We cannot expect the respect of others unless we
respect them.
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Rodela : You're right. I'm just away from so many
things. So, from now on, I'll read newspaper
daily. Thanks for your suggestion.
Rahela : You're welcome
(e) Very few poets in the world is as great as
Rabindranath.
7. "I have come here yesterday from my village," he said.
"Why have you come?" I asked, "My mother has sent me
to you with this letter," he said. "How is your mother? I
have not seen her for a long time. I hope she is quite well."
8. A stormy night is fearful and horrible. It causes untold
sufferings to the people. In a stormy night, the whole sky
is totally overcast with dark cloud. Only the roaring of
violent wind can be heard. The wind begins to blow with
fearful sound from no direction. People get frightened with
sound of storm. In addiction to it, there is thundering and
lightning. The frequent thundering and lightning causes
much terror and fear in the mind of the people who always
think that this night be the end of their lives and the
terrible and destructive storm will never come to an end.
Strom causes harm to us. The house roofs are blown away.
Many trees are uprooted. A large number of houses and
shelters are damaged within a very short time. Standing
crops are badly damaged. It is thus a dreadful night to the
people.
9. (a) a black South African; (b) the; (c) state/government;
(d) all; (e) human; (f) their; (g) inhumanly; (h) great; (i)
this; (j) his.
10. (a) as; (b) So; (c) but; (d) As a result; (e) Suddenly; (f)
Then; (g) But; (h) However; (i) Then; (j) Finally.
11. (a) Renowned; (b) called; (c) leaving/abandoning; (d)
Awake; (e) Indifferent; (f) researching; (g) put /rest; (h)
pile; (i) entered; (j) failure.
12. While I was going to the market yesterday, I met a boy
begging in the street. On being asked to tell the reason of
begging, the boy with a sad mind and tearful eyes said,
"Oh sir! I have a sad tale to tell you. Would you please
hear my story?" "Yes, I would love to," I said to him.
Instead of telling the story, the boy simply began to cry.
(f) I left my hometown Jessore. Five years passed since I
had seen my brother.
(g) Your HSC exam is knocking at the door. Study hard
so that you can make a good result.
(h) Begging is not a profession. I would rather die than
beg.
(i) I am fond of cricket. I wish I were a great cricketer.
(j) A man cannot remember that he has done in the past
.
5. (a) was held; (b) was decorated; (c) were cleaned; (d) was
placed; (e) were cooked; (f) was given; (g) were
invited/had been invited; (h) were welcomed; (i) were
told; (j) was brought.
6. (a) They had a patriotic zeal and fought for the country.
(b) No other son of our nation is as courageous as they.
(c) They are admired and respected by everybody.
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(d) Can anybody deny their contribution to their
motherland?
(e) They will always be remembered by their countrymen.
7. My friend asked me why I am sitting alone in my room at
that hour. He again asked if I did not see the sky had
cleared. Then he proposed that we should go out for a
walk in the open field. Finally I told him angrily to leave
me alone.
8. Honesty is the best policy. It is honesty which brings
happiness in life. Without it, none can dream of a great life.
Those who were great in their life were honest. They worked
with sincerity, lived earnestly and died with honour. Their
contributions to this world are unforgettable. So, if you want
yourself to be in their league, be honest. Remember, there is
no short cut to be great person, a great life.
91. Islamia Govt College, Sirajganj
1. (a) a; (b) an; (c) a; (d) a; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) a; (i)
An; (j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) to; (c) to; (d) out; (e) for; (f) of; (g) for; (h) in;
(i) to; (j) with
3. (a) It; (b) let alone; (c) as soon as; (d) as if; (e) had better;
(f) What if; (g) There; (h) as long as; (i) was born; (j) have
to.
4. (a) He is so short that he cannot touch the ceiling.
(b) Hardly had we reached the station when the train
left.
(c) They walked fast lest they should miss the train.
(d) It was a year since I had seen him.
(e) If I had a lot of money, I would help the poor.
(f) Had I been rich, I would have set up a hospital.
(g) When the teacher entered the classroom, the students
stood up.
(h) While I was walking in my garden, I was bitten by a
snake.
(i) I would rather die than beg.
(j) The poem is too difficult for him to understand.
5. (a) was; (b) was blessed; (c) was; (d) wanted; (e) was; (f)
was given; (g) had; (h) was; (i) differentiating; (j) spread.
6. (a) Cox's Bazar is more beautiful than most other sea
beaches in the world.
(b) This beach is visited by tourists from home and
abroad every year.
(c) They come here so that they can enjoy themselves.
(d) There are many luxurious hotels and motels for the
tourists to stay in safely.
(e) More steps should be taken by our govt to make it
more beautiful.
7. Lipi asked Mina where she had gone the previous day.
Mina replied that she had gone to Chittagong to see her
mother. She added that she (mother) had been suffering
from high blood pressure. Lipi asked her (M) if she
92. Dinajpur Govt Women's College, Dinajpur
1. (a) a; (b) an; (c) an; (d) An; (e) a; (f) a; (g) an; (h) the; (i) 3.
×; (j) a.
2. (a) of; (b) in; (c) of; (d) from; (e) to; (f) with; (g) under;
(h) in; (i) in/inside; (j) after. 4.
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9. (a) National; (b) situated; (c) great; (d) symbolic; (e) our;
(f) The; (g) heart-felt; (h) greatest/noblest; (i) an; (j) Its.
10. (a) Actually/In fact; (b) Since; (c) But/However; (d)
Moreover; (e) Because; (f) Again; (g) So; (h) Unless; (i) In
addition; (j) Most importantly.
11. (a) Dependence; (b) relies; (c) fulfiling; (d) performing;
(e) responsibilities; (f) hinterland/desert; (g) hope; (h)
demerit/vice; (i) heinous/ ignoble; (j) villain.
12. "Good morning. Where are you going?" said the merchant.
"I was just coming to see you," said the youth. "What do
you want?" "Please help me to ear 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 the box from the shop to my house." "By Allah! I'm
really grateful to you," said the youth.
(Mina's mother) was found then. Mina replied in the
negative.
8. Travelling is a part of education. It means going from
place to place. One can enhance knowledge by going from
place to place. It gives one the opportunity to see the
unseen and know the unknown. Some people are averse to
travelling. Aversion to travelling limits their vision.
However, by travelling different parts of the world, our
knowledge may be enriched.
9. (a) liquid; (b) its; (c) other; (d) our; (e) polluted; (f)
ultimately/also; (g) premature; (h) water; (i) standing; (j)
public.
10. (a) Rather; (b) Once; (c) as well as; (d) So; (e) Then; (f)
Consequently; (g) But; (h) Afterwards; (i) As a result; (j)
For this.
11. (a) assure; (b) sorrow; (c) dissatisfaction; (d) sin/vice; (e)
peacefulness/tranquility.
12. Student : May I come in, sir?
Principal : Yes, come in. Why have you come? Do
you have any problem?
Student : I have come from Rajshahi. I have studied
there in K.P. College. Now, I am seeking
admission into your college.
Principal : Why?
Student : Sir, my father has been transferred to
Dhaka.
Principal : Oh, I see! Which class do you like to take
admission?
Student : Class XI (Science Group).
Principal : Well, you must have a transfer certificate.
Where's your application?
Student : Here it is, sir.
Principal : Now, contact the office executive.
Student : Thank you, sir.
Principal : Thank you, my boy.
(a) wish; (b) Would you mind; (c) have to; (d) had to; (e)
There; (f) Whether ........ or; (g) as soon as; (h) as fast as;
(i) in case; (j) was born.
(a) They got into the bus as soon as the bus stopped at
the stand.
(b) His main job is to catch fish.
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(c) If you go outside, you will get wet.
(d) We should plant trees in order to save our
environment.
(e) He is so weak that he cannot go to college today.
(f) The man speaks ill of others.
(g) The man whom you love is my brother.
(h) But I could not attend the party because I was sick.
(i) I used to swim when I was child.
(j) No sooner had he finished his lecture than the bell
rang.
5. (a) are; (b) is born; (c) know; (d) start; (e) to
think/thinking; (f) nursing; (g) bringing; (h) remain; (i)
taking; (j) should never offend.
6. (a) Books are better than all other friends of us.
(b) In case of wanting to succeed in life we have to read
books.
(c) We are guided to the right path by good books.
(d) We should read books so that we can acquire
knowledge.
(e) Nothing but reading books can increase our intellect.
7. The Mayor asked the piper if he (P) had killed the rats.
The piper replied in the affirmative that he had killed the
rats. Then the piper asked the Mayor to give him (P) the
promised money. The Mayor exclaimed with wonder that
he (P) was very funny and told him (P) to take only fifty.
8. The Liberation war of Bangladesh is a memorable event in
our national life. Bangladesh achieved her independence
through sacrifice and blood-shed. Independence is the
birth right of a man. On the night of March 25, 1971, the
Pakistan army fell upon the unarmed sleeping Bangalees.
93. Kurigram Govt College, Kurigram
1. (a) a; (b) ×; (c) the; (d) the; (e) a; (f) the; (g) an; (h) a; (i)
the; (j) the.
2. (a) to; (b) to; (c) by; (d) for; (e) for; (f) to; (g) of/about; (h)
of; (i) by; (j) down.
3. (a) as soon as; (b) in order to; (c) Whenever; (d) let alone;
(e) There; (f) had better; (g) would rather; (h) was born; (i)
as if; (j) has to.
4. (a) He practices geometry a lot so that he can
understand it.
(b) It was five years since we had met last.
(c) Sanjida was writing quite well in exam. Suddenly she
felt like vomiting.
(d) I will help you after I have finished my study.
(e) He came to you with a view to seeking help from
you, but you disappointed him.
(f) The box was too heavy for him to carry.
(g) If the bank gives them loan on easy term, they will be
able to buy scientific equipments for farming.
(h) It is high time we produced more electricity.
(i) He joined me to honour my request.
(j) Had he got the job, he would have been very happy.
5. (a) was sleeping; (b) felt; (c) Calling; (d) felt; (e) found; (f)
came; (g) sleeping; (h) standing; (i) should wake/might
wake; (j) understood.
6. (a) A lot of emphasis on the unity is put by the Chinese.
(b) The parks are not empty.
(c) There are lots of parks in the cities and they are clean.
(d) In the evening many families spend their free time
matching television.
(e) Life becomes dull when there is no recreation in it.
7. Addressing the woman as his daughter, the Caliph asked
her why her children were crying. In reply, the woman
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But the Bangalees are not cowards. They built up strong
resistance against the Pakistani army. They fought with
courage for long nine months. After nine month's bloody
war and the sacrifice of the freedom fighters, the red sun
of independence rose in our soil on the 16th December
1971. Now we remember the freedom fighters/the
martyred with great respect.
9. (a) a; (b) their; (c) any; (d) his; (e) very; (f) a; (g) One; (h)
some; (i) different; (j) to make.
10. (a) In fact/Actually; (b) that; (c) And; (d) again; (e) If; (f)
So/Therefore; (g) Besides; (h) Sometimes; (i) and; (j)
However/But.
11. (a) always; (b) stronger; (c) encourage; (d)
hindering/undermining; (e) curiosity; (f) potentiality/
talent; (g) desire/imagination; (h) least; (i) failure; (j)
attain/acquire.
12. Husband : Can't you cook properly?
Wife : I cook food properly. The problem is with
you.
Husband : Really? These foods are crap. They taste
pathetic.
Wife : I spend time in the kitchen from morning till
afternoon. I work hard. I take care of two
children at home. What do you do?
Husband : I work hard and earn money that you spend
lavishly.
Wife : How dare you say that?
Husband : Well, that is the truth.
told him that they had been starving. Then he asked her if
she had none else in the world. She replied that her
husband had died some months before and left them
neither money nor any property and so they were in great
distress. She also added that they had to starve sometimes.
Hearing all these, the Caliph became sympathetic and told
her to let him see how he could help her.
8. Women are nowadays as important as men in the society.
They constitute nearly half of our total population. No
nation can make real progress keeping half of its
population in darkness. Without the uplift of women
development/progress is not all possible. Again, without
education, women cannot be uplifted. So proper education
should be given to them so that they can work hand in
hand with men in all development programmes.
9. (a) famous; (b) rich; (c) early; (d) first; (e) to attend; (f)
professional; (g) to find; (h) to listen; (i) praising; (j)
soon/there.
10. (a) Now/Nowadays; (b) However/But; (c) not only/ both;
(d) but also/and; (e) For example; (f) In addition; (g)
Beside/Moreover; (h) At the same time; (i) which; (j) But.
11. (a) foe; (b) shun/neglect; (c) compassion/pity; (d)
expose/conclude; (e) true; (f) benefit; (g) cry; (h)
comfort/joy; (i) supply; (j) concept.
12. Nazmul : Excuse me, where is the nearest hospital?
Arafat : It's about 2 kilometers from here. You will
have to hire a taxi. You can also go by bus.
Nazmul : I see. Is there a bus station near here?
Arafat : Yes, there is a bus stop at the corner.
Nazmul : Thank you.
Arafat : Don't mention it.
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94. Majida Khatun Govt Women's College, Lalmonirhat
1. (a) a; (b) a; (c) the; (d) ×; (e) A; (f) a; (g) ×; (h) the; (i)
the; (j) an.
2. (a) for; (b) of; (c) on; (d) by/through; (e) of; (f) by; (g) in;
(h) on; (i) of; (j) on.
3. (a) let alone; (b) was born; (c) have to; (d) There; (e) As
soon as; (f) had better; (g) what if; (h) as if; (i) would
rather; (j) What does....look like.
4. (a) Though he is rich, he is miser.
(b) International organizations often need employees
who know English well.
(c) We believed that education is the backbone of a
nation.
(d) Rita couldn't go to college because she was poor.
(e) It is Bangla which is our mother tongue.
(f) We had reached there before the other gerests
arrived.
(g) When I entered the classroom, the students stood
up.
(h) The teacher suddenly entered the classroom while the
students were making hue and cry.
(i) It is known to all that industry is the key to success.
(j) As he got visa, he went abroad.
5. (a) reached; (b) are taken; (c) face; (d) checking; (e) save;
(f) falling; (g) said; (h) called; (i) enforce; (j) to punish.
6. (a) Once there was a farmer who was very old.
(b) How clever he was!
(c) No other man in the village was as intelligent as he.
(d) But they were not active.
(e) Didn't the old man call his sons to his bed one day?
7. Father asked his son, Imran if his classes hadn't started.
Imran replied in the affirmative that their classes had
started that day. He added that their teachers had
suggested them to buy some books. Then father asked his
son how much the books might cost him. Imran replied
95. Panchagarh Govt Women's College
1. (a) a; (b) an; (c) a; (d) The; (e) the; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) a; (i)
an; (j) an.
2. (a) for; (b) of; (c) to; (d) of; (e) of; (f) of; (g) to; (h) of; (i)
in; (j) of about.
3. (a) as fast as; (b) what's it like; (c) let alone; (d) was born;
(e) would rather; (f) had better; (g) what if; (h) have to; (i)
There; (j) as if.
4. (a) I don't like people who are idle.
(b) Do you know where he lives?
(c) It was a long since we had met last.
(d) You will not pass unless you study hard.
(e) Had I been proposed to go, I would have gone.
(f) For sound health we need a balanced diet.
(g) Time and tide wait for none. Who does not know this 8.
wise saying?
(h) Unless you are united, you cannot be powerful.
(i) The story of the old man and his sons teaches us that
unity is power.
(j) It is high time we stood against this problem.
5. (a) continues; (b) has not yielded; (c) to be mobilized; (d)
is reported; (e) to prevent; (f) coordinated ; (g) has
provided/ provides; (h) is being used; (i) to be
implemented; (j) has initiated.
6. (a) The Sundarbons, the unique creatis of nature, is
called the 52nd World Heritage Site.
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that they might cost two thousand taka. Father told his son
to go with his mother to the book stall and to buy those
books.
8. Liberty does not descend upon people. People must raise
themselves to it. It is a fruit that must be earned before it
can be enjoyed. That freedom means freedom only from
foreign domination is an out worn idea. It is not merely
the government that should be free, but people
Themselves to be free and no freedom has any real value
for the common man and woman unless it also means
freedom from want, freedom from disease, freedom from
ignorance. This is the main task which confronts us if we
are to take our rightful place in the modern world. We
cannot hold the clock back and therefore, it is we who
must go forward at a double pace bending all our
resources and all our energies to great purpose.
9. (a) last month/yesterday; (b) a popular cricketer; (c)
warmly/cordially; (d) enough/much; (e) to entertain
people; (f) Enjoying their magic; (g) very/highly; (h)
those; (i) excited; (j) for a while.
10. (a) Once; (b) When; (c) about to; (d) At that time; (e) and;
(f) Accordingly; (g) Whenever; (h) when; (i) As a result;
(j) Thus.
11. (a) bad/simple; (b) orator; (c) recital; (d) possible; (e)
active/industrious; (f) punctuality/seriousness; (g)
importance; (h) impossible; (i) desire/purpose; (j) develop.
12. "Have you seen your mother lately, Jerry?" "I see my
mother every summer, she sends for me," replied he. I
wanted to cry out, "Why are you not with her? How can
she let you go away again?" "She comes up here from
Mannville whenever she can. She does not have a job
now."
(b) People call it the mangrove forest.
(c) It is bigger than most other mangrove forests in the
world.
(d) It protects southern part of our country when there
occurs any natural disasters.
(e) Many people go to the Sundarbons and observe the
natural beauties.
7. Ripon bade good morning to Swapna and asked her how
much preparation she had taken for test exam. In reply,
she said that she had a great preparation and added that she
could stand first. At this, Ripon exclaimed with wonder
that she was a very lucky girl and added that his
preparation was not very nice.
The creative system of examination usually consists of
few broadly stated questions. These require the students to
organize their response in essay form. The students have
to give proof of their ability to handle general concepts to
answer those questions. The students also have to answer
factual question in an essay type answer. For this, the
students need to have analytical ability to answer an essay
type question in creative system. They also need to have
skills to prepare a composition. Thus, this creative system
has a pragmatic role to the assessment of academic
achievements. But the students can only get academic
achievements if they try hard.
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9. (a) living; (b) ting small; (c) to keep; (d) praising; (e)
thanking; (f) another; (g) to have; (h) to give; (i)
expensive; (j) too.
10. (a) Even though; (b) As a result; (c) In the past; (d) Now;
(e) Thus; (f) For example; (g) Moreover; (h) In
addition/Gradually; (i) Besides; (j) At present.
11. (a) permit; (b) liberty; (c) idea/view; (d) unfair/biased; (e)
discriminatory; (f) unity; (g) reject; (h) suffer; (i) facility;
(j) advantages.
12. Father : You're really strong, my son. Could you break
this bundle of sticks?
Son : Well, it's a very simple job. I'll do it within a
second.
96. Govt MM College, Jessore
1. (a) an; (b) ×; (c) the ; (d) ×; (e) a; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) a; (i) ×;
(j) the.
2. (a) for; (b) of; (c) to; (d) of; (e) of; (f) of/about; (g) to; (h)
of; (i) in; (j) of/about.
3. (a) was born; (b) It is high time; (c) let alone; (d) had to ;
(e) as well as; (f) as if; (g) unless; (h) even if; (i) lest; (j) as
soon as.
4. (i) If I get an opportunity, I will visit your home.
(ii) Actually, he laughs as if he knew nothing.
(iii) Whenever they come to our classes, we stand up to
show respect.
(iv) I cannot go out of my house until she comes back.
(v) You helped me when I was in danger.
(vi) The chicken Biriyani was so delicious that I could
not resist my greed.
(vii) I bought a bouquet so that I could show respect to
the martyrs.
(viii) As it was raining heavily, I could not go to bank.
(ix) He went to Mr. Ahmed in order to get some help
from him.
(x) If I find formalin free mangoes, I'll have some.
5. (a) has been; (b) had; (c) saw; (d) didn't explain; (e) felt;
(f) has changed; (g) involves; (h) will present; (i) have
been working; (j) has decided.
6. (i) After coming the bill I paid it.
(ii) I had three frances left for the waiter and her eyes
rested on them.
(iii) That she thought me mean was known to me.
(iv) Though I had the whole month before me, I had not a
penny in my pocket.
(v) But before coming here I did not have less than 80
francs.
7. "See Sancho," said Don Quixote," "See those thirty huge
giants towering over the plain! I shall do the world a great
service if I rid it of such cruel and greedy monsters as
those giants always are." "What giants?" asked Sancho
staring about him. "Why, those straight before you, with
the long outstretched arms," his master replied.
97. Cantonment College, Jessore
1. (a) the; (b) the; (c) the; (d) the; (e) the; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) 4.
the; (i) a; (j) ×.
2. (a) in; (b) from; (c) to; (d) to; (e) with; (f) after; (g) during;
(h) of; (i) in; (j) as.
3. (a) what is ...... like; (b) had better; (c) would rather; (d)
There; (e) as if; (f) as soon as; (g) let alone; (h) It; (i) was
born; (j) what if.
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Father : Have a try.
Son : Sure. Oh, I'm quite wrong. It's stronger than I
expected.
Father : Okay. Now try this single stick. See what you
can do.
Son : Pass it to me and just hear the sound!
Father : I know it'll be easy for you. Have you learnt
anything from these sticks?
Son : Learning from sticks?
Father : Yes, the bundle of sticks is stronger than the
single stick. United we stand, divided we fall.
"O Sir," said Sancho, "Those are not giants which are
standing up there, but windmills. And their arms are
nothing but the sails, which turn round when the wind
blows and make the mills go."
8. At the Writing Centre, you can receive help on any writing
assignment. You can make your writing stronger by
discussing it with someone else. The discussions will lead
to a greater understanding of the proper mechanics and
style expected in academic writing. This understanding
is an important part of the writing process, and the tutors
spend a good deal of time making sure you understand the
expectations of written assignments. Using the Writing
centre will definitely make your writing skills stronger,
that will give you greater confidence for your next
assignment.
9. (a) last week; (b) a famous athlete; (c) enough; (d) slowly;
(e) that; (f) jackfruit; (g) Seeing the damage in her new
car; (h) very; (i) to save the cow; (j) naughty/innocent.
10. (a) Firstly; (b) Besides; (c) Moreover; (d) Not only that;
(e) On the other hand; (f) Hence; (g) True that; (h)
However; (i) As a result; (j) Finally.
11. (a) succeed; (b) unsuitable; (c) crack; (d) smooth; (e)
unwrap; (f) entrance; (g) departure; (h) band; (i) sharp; (j)
pointed.
12. Marie : You're really fit, Paul. Do you exercise very
much?
Paul : Well, I almost always get up early, and I lift
weight for an hour.
Marie : You're kidding!
Paul : No. And then go swimming.
Marie : Wow! How often do you exercise like that?
Paul : About five times a week. What about you?
Marie : Oh, I hardly ever exercise. I usually just watch TV
in my free time. Often my mom says, "Marie
darling, don't be a potato couch".
(a) Holidays are essential because they give us mental
refreshment.
(b) I would understand the lecture if the teacher
explained the topic with more examples.
(c) So I get up early in order that I can enjoy fresh air.
(d) It is mobile phone that has become the most popular
thing in modern life.
(e) Because there goes a proverb grasp all, lose all.
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(f) I knew that some one had stolen it.
(g) So I had to wait until the rain stopped.
(h) So I should not be hopeless.
(i) I think he should give up this habit.
(j) It is very easy to advice others but difficult to follow
oneself.
5. (a) has increased; (b) has spread; (c) gives; (d) are; (e)
turning; (f) procuring; (g) are affected; (h) caused; (i) was;
(j) has brought.
6. (a) He was sent to England for studies at the age of
seventeen.
(b) London was described as a dismal city by him.
(c) He was happy in Brighton but a friend of the family
persuaded his brother to send him to London.
(d) He was lucky to get an English family which was
friendly.
(e) Very few poets in the world are as great as
Rabindranath.
7. I asked him what polities he had. He replied that he was
without politics. He added that he was seventy six years old
and he had come twelve kilometers then and he thought then
he could go no further. I said that that was not a good place to
stop. I also told him that if he could make it, there are trucks
up the road where it forks for Tortosa. At this he replied that
he would wait a while and then he would go. He also asked
me where the trucks went. I told him that the trucks went
towards Barcelona.
98. Govt B L College, Khulna
1. (a) an; (b) ×; (c) the; (d) ×; (e) a; (f) a; (g) a; (h) a; (i) the;
(j) ×.
2. (a) to; (b) around; (c) about; (d) in; (e) in; (f) with; (g) on;
(h) of; (i) with; (j) to.
3. (a) was born; (b) would rather; (c) let alone; (d) there; (e)
as soon as; (f) had better; (g) as if; (h) What's it like; (i)
What does — look like; (j) have to.
4. (a) The teacher delivered his speech loudly so that the
students could hear.
(b) Unless you love the country, you are not a patriot.
(c) It is high time we took steps against food
adulteration.
(d) Wherever she gets free time, she goes to river side
for refreshment.
(e) I took part in the competition after I had been selected.
(f) No sooner had the teacher completed the lecture than
the students started making noise.
(g) It was long since I had met Ezaz.
(h) You will get good marks providing that you answer
all the questions properly.
(i) Yesterday he had an accident while he was crossing
the road.
(j) If he had been hungry, he would have asked for
something to eat.
5. (a) fail; (b) were; (c) meant; (d) is regarded; (e) begin; (f)
considered; (g) had; (h) learnt; (i) motivated; (j) are not
written.
6. (a) It was twenty years ago and I was living in Paris.
(b) She gave me the impression that she had more teeth.
(c) I was too young to have learnt to say 'no' to a woman.
(d) Let never more than one thing be eaten for luncheon.
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8. There goes a proverb, "grasp all; lose all." We know that
greediness is one of the worst vices. Whenever the greed
of a person exceeds the limit, he gets punished. the
greediness gradually draws him to the ultimate doom. We
should be averse to worldy possessions. Then our
aversion will help us live a happy life devoid of
greediness.
9. (a) overall/economic; (b) total; (c) a; (d) at a large scale;
(e) ahead; (f) their; (g) to their work places; (h)
financially; (i) immense; (j) a great social curse.
10. (a) That's why; (b) speaking truly; (c) Actually; (d) But;
(e) In fact; (f) for example; (g) On the other hand; (h)
Recently; (i) But; (j) Hopefully.
11. (a) primary; (b) expensive/valuable; (c) idea; (d) late; (e)
affiliated; (f) compatible/accordant; (g) vocally; (h)
contain/have; (i) bar/regulation/hindrance; (j) retain/take.
12. A : Hi? Where do you want to go?
B : Please take me to the Modern Art Museum.
A : I'm sorry. I don't know where the Modern Art
Museum is located.
B : That's okay. Go south across the bridge and turn right
at the post office.
A : Oh, I remember. It is east of Central Park.
B : That is correct. Turn right at the corner and stop in
from of the bus stop.
A : Thanks for your directions.
(e) Foyot's is more expensive than all other restaurants in
France.
7. Being surprised to see Maria there, Mary said that she had
thought she (Maria) had never been going to come back.
Expressing sorrow, Maria said that the canteen had been
absolutely packed and she (Maria) had to wait for ages.
Mary said that it was ok and asked Maria if she (Maria)
could manage to get any food for them. Maria replied in
the affirmative that she had got pizza, apple and a bottle of
orange juice. Expressing her satisfaction over it, Mary
thanked Maria a lot.
8. Once upon a time there lived a rich man who bought a
necklace and a ring for his wife. Unfortunately the necklace
was lost. In the meantime a few servants passed by the
house. The house husband suspected that the servants
might steal the necklace. he/the house husband lodged a
complaint with the judge against the servants. The court
brought a charge of theft against the servants and he was
summoned to the court in due date. But they did not confess
the guilt. On the contrary they raised a strong protest against
Judgement/ accusation.
9. (a) yesterday/last month; (b) nicely/tastefully; (c) festive;
(d) with festoons and banners; (e) five; (f) a cultural
person/a popular figure ; (g) opening; (h) local; (i) On the
occasion of cultural week/On the first day; (j) to entertain
us.
10. (a) basically/largely; (b) If; (c) But; (d) When; (e)
highly/greatly; (f) Only through/By; (g) why; (h) and; (i)
Actually/Infact; (j) that/which.
11. (a) non-national; (b) regional; (c) calamity; (d) sorrow; (e)
control/handle; (f) horrify/scare; (g) right; (h) light/brightness; (i)
in effective/unfruitful; (j) unlearn/teach.
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12. Writer : Would you like to have coffee?
Lady guest : Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee.
Writer : I'll have coffee.
Lady guest : You know, there's one thing I thoroughly
believe in. I say, one should always get
99. Meherpur Govt Mahila College, Meherpur
1. (a) ×; (b) The; (c) a; (d) a; (e) a; (f) an; (g) a; (h) an; (i)
the; (j) an.
2. (a) of; (b) of; (c) of; (d) in; (e) on; (f) of; (g) in; (h) to; (i)
of; (j) about.
3. (a) let alone; (b) have to; (c) What ... look like; (d) would
rather; (e) As soon as; (f) was born; (g) as if; (h) had
better; (i) There; (j) Would you mind.
4. (a) It is really a red letter day in our national history,
because on this day we have achieved our desired
freedom.
(b) A proverb goes that "Honesty is the best policy".
(c) Courtesy means showing politeness in one's
attitude and behaviour towards others.
(d) As her economy depends on agriculture, the govt
should teach our farmers the scientific ways of
cultivation.
(e) You cannot prosper in life unless you utilize your
time.
(f) Though it is a small country, it is densely populated.
(g) Since I am an early riser I get enough time to study.
(h) If you have confidence in your ability, you will be
successful.
(i) I studied hard lest I might cut a sorry figure in the
examination.
(j) So the son takes up a part time job so that he can
continue his study.
5. (a) is related; (b) spend; (c) trying; (d) has; (e) looking; (f)
create; (g) consider; (h) dictate; (i) find; (j) doesn't
conform.
6. (a) There is nobody who doesn't live in society./There is
nobody but lives in society.
(b) We should maintain social order.
(c) By maintaining it, we shall be able to lead peaceful
life.
100. Govt Nurunnahar Mahila College, Jhenaidah
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) a; (d) the; (e) the; (f) the; (g) ×; (h) ×; (i)
the; (j) the.
2. (a) for; (b) of; (c) with; (d) to; (e) on/over; (f) for; (g) in;
(h) without; (i) by; (j) by.
3. (a) who; (b) about; (c) so that; (d) in order to; (e) have to;
(f) If; (g) This is why; (h) makes an excuse; (i) but also; (j)
let alone.
4. (a) Students read attentively so that they can do well in
the exam.
(b) Where there is a will, there is a way.
(c) Without loving others, you can't expect to have
love.
(d) Walk fast lest you should miss the train.
(e) He was rewarded because he was honest.
(f) It is high time we left the place.
(g) Unless you work hard, you will not succeed in life.
(h) But the doctor came after he had died.
(i) Therefore, you had better take some rest.
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up from a meal, feeling one could eat a
little more.
Writer : Are you still hungry?
Lady guest : Oh, no. I'm not hungry. You see, I don't
eat luncheon.
(d) Everyone likes peace.
(e) People require it so much.
7. The mistress of the house told Porter laughingly that he
might go and added that he had gained his freedom.
Swearing by Allah he replied that he would not leave that
house until he had heard the stories of his companions.
8. To be successful in life, one should respect one's parents.
The parents bear great sufferings to give birth to a child
and to bring it up. In exchange they want to see their child
established in life. So, we must try our best to make them
happy and satisfied. They hope that we take care of them
in their old age in the same way as they took care of us in
our childhood.
9. (a) one of the major Persian poets; (b) One; (c) ordinary;
(d) for a night; (e) any; (f) same; (g) That; (h) cordially;
(i) to see him doing that/to see it; (j) into the pockets of
his dress.
10. (a) and; (b) But; (c) both; (d) and; (e) For example; (f)
Besides; (g) Moreover; (h) On the contrary; (i) that; (j)
But/However.
11. (a) blessing; (b) reason; (c) knowledge; (d)
hampers/hinders; (e) progress; (f) attain/gain; (g)
established; (h) small; (i) certainly; (j) tiny.
12. Tourist : How old is the edifice guide?
Guide : Madam, it's a 15th century edifice.
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide : It was built by Akbar, the emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh, I see.
Guide : Madam, we should move now. The sun is
about to set. It would be dark.
Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
Guide : It is. But security does not allow anybody after
the sunset.
(j) He did not get the job though he tried his level
best/performed well in the interview.
5. (a) is known; (b) is; (c) enriched; (d) do not learn; (e) will
keep; (f) lag; (g) will suffer; (h) required; (i) are written;
(j) is based.
6. (a) of roses; (b) our; (c) both; (d) by turns; (e) To be; (f) to
cling to accept; (g) being afraid of; (h) in our life; (i) of
happiness; (j) immediately.
7. The teacher asked Silvia if she had done her homework
that day. She respectfully replied in the affirmative. But
she told him with respect that she had not understood one
grammar point. Then the teacher told her to go to his room
and he would help her. She smilingly thanked him then.
8. (a) The body and the mind go together and so the illness
of one inevitably affects the other.
(b) An unsound body greatly hampers the development
of the mind.
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(c) No jobs can be done properly in case of one's broken 11. (a) Initiate/start; (b) extraordinary; (c) inconsiderable; (d)
health. No jobs can be done properly in case of one's failure; (e) prevent; (f) go on a pension/give up working;
health being broken. (g) late/tardily; (h) dedicate; (i) works; (j) establish.
(d) If one is ill, even the religious duties cannot be 12. Suha
performed. Mahia
(e) One's health and mind can be ensured by true
education. Suha
9. Some of our students are really good. They study hard and
follow them as their teachers advise. Last year's result Mahia
made us proud-all golden GPA. What do you think? Isn't Suha
that extraordinary? Their record in debating is also
excellent. Some of them got national award for that. You Mahia
also need to follow their example. Our college is not new.
10. (a) For example; (b) Unfortunately; (c) It is true that; (d) Suha
As; (e) As a result; (f) Besides; (g) But; (h) So; (i) Mahia
Anyhow; (j) And.
101. Chittagong College, Chittagong
1. (a) the; (b) an; (c) ×; (d) a; (e) the; (f) the; (g) a; (h) a; (i)
the; (j) ×.
2. (a) on; (b) at; (c) in; (d) with; (e) at; (f) with; (g) by/beside;
(h) for; (i) about; (j) with.
3. (a) There might be; (b) There is no point; (c) It is about
time; (d) get used to; (e) so that; (f) by the time; (g) as if;
(h) feel like; (i) blow your own trumpet; (j) living on
borrowed time.
4. (a) He often talks about the old days when they used to
listen to Radio programs.
(b) Don’t worry we’ll let you know If anything goes
wrong.
(c) If I had had a camera I would have taken some
pictures.
(d) Tina and Tamim prefer to live in rented apartments.
Even if the prices of apartments fall down.
(e) I’ve always believed that in her honesty.
(f) The Met Office says it’ll rain till the sun set.
(g) Once I found a bar that was hidden under the
carpet.
(h) So he had to watch the rest of the match standing by
the sideline.
(i) she begged her friends to lend her a pen.
(j) Nobody actually wanted to go out in the sun.
5. (a) was; (b) went; (c) would climb; (d) heard; (e) slept; (f)
am; (g) did; (h) am; (i) sleeping; (j) are.
6. (a) I wish I could be young again.
(b) He talked of his school days and his eyes glittered.
(c) No other batsman in his school team was as good as
he.
(d) In spite of his being a little plump he could run very
fast.
(e) The school team was captained by him for two years.
7. Once I asked a little girl where she lived. She stared at me
for a moment and asked why I wanted to know. I replied
that it was just curiosity. I again asked her why she was
102. Ispahani Public School & College, Chittagong
1. (a) ×; (b) an; (c) an; (d) an; (e) the; (f) the; (g) the; (h) the; 3.
(i) the; (j) a.
2. (a) to; (b) of; (c) of; (d) to; (e) to; (f) to; (g) on; (h) for; (i)
from; (j) from.
Key to Test Exam Questions Q English 2nd Paper
: How are you, Malia?
: I am fine, and you?
: I am also fine. Did you talk to Mohua
yesterday?
: No, I didn't. Because I was busy.
: Then you are going to talk to her tomorrow,
aren't you?
: I am not sure. By the by, is Silvia taking the
JSC exam this year?
: Yes, she is. Bye.
: Bye.
gaping at me. She promptly replied that it was just her
curiosity.
8. Robin hates people who are mean to animals. He cannot
realize how people find amusement in torturing these
innocent creatures. Last afternoon, when he was walking
home from work, he saw some boys throwing stones at an
old lame dog. He could not keep his cool. He rushed to
help the lame dog. "Stop throwing stones!” he shouted as
he ran toward the boisterous boys, “Leave it alone!”
Startled by the big man’s shouts, they ran away. Some of
them jeered at him as they fled. Robin, however, was
totally indifferent to the flouters. He was happy that he
could drive them away. He has always been affectionate to
animals. Once he even went to the police station to
complain about a neighbor-who threw his cat out of the
window. Instead of taking any action, the police laughed at
Robin and advised him not to meddle with such ‘petty’
matters.
9. (a) a young cricketer; (b) international; (c) intrnational; (d)
this; (e) nicely; (f) best; (g) strong; (h) like a; (i) worse; (j)
watching; (k) test.
10. (a) First; (b) then; (c) next; (d) But; (e) So; (f) On top of
that; (g) However,; (h) and; (i) Correspondingly; (j) To
everyone's relief.
11. (a) anxious; (b) cheerfully; (c) tough; (d) seldom; (e)
asleep; (f) dark; (g) boring; (h) annoyed; (i) calm; (j)
valuable.
12. Although hot dogs, French fries, and ice cream are not
healthy foods, they are still favourite with teenagers,
young people are determined to enjoy themselves. They do
not want to hear about fat and cholesterol. Even my uncle
who has just turned sixty, is extremely fond of junk food.
Consequently, he is getting fatter and fatter. His doctor
spoke sternly to him at his last checkup, if you don’t start
dieting right. His said, "The doctor, I’m telling you, plain
and simple, that you’re asking for a heart attack."
(a) had better; (b) It is high time; (c) was born; (d) lest; (e)
soon after; (f) used to; (g) let alone; (h) have to; (i) there;
(j) until.
4. (a) We must educate every single citizen of the country
so that we can make them worthy citizens of the
country.
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(b) If you heat water to 100 degrees Celsius, it will turn
into vapour.
(c) The box was so heavy that I could not move it an
inch.
(d) Since he did not find any water in the house, he
decided to collect It from a nearby spring.
(e) Yesterday, I went to the station early lest I might
miss the train.
(f) I know he does not know anything about politics, but
he speaks as if he knew everything about politics.
(g) If I had possessed the money, I would have lent you
some money.
(h) Actually, I was saying my prayer when you called
me.
(i) So, we have to wait until he comes.
(j) If you waste your time in vain, you will repent in
future.
5. (a) had been suffering; (b) made; (c) went; (d) was; (e) sat;
(f) waited; (g) came; (h) entered; (i) lay; (j) felt.
6. (a) Dowry is not a blessing.
(b) We should abolish it from society.
(c) If we take stern action, we can solve the problem.
(d) Today dowry is more serious than any other problem.
(e) We should create awareness among the people.
7. Hearing the answer I became speechless. He told me that I
had broken the glass not he. I asked him if he saw me to
tell a lie anytime. He became silent. Then he replied very
weakly in the negative and said that she was not there and
I knew that. Then I asked him why he had not told mother
that. Two drops of tears rolled on his cheeks. Addressing
103. Rangamati Govt College, Rangamati
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) the; (d) a; (e) the; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) the;
(i) The; (j) ×
2. (a) towards; (b) with; (c) with; (d) for; (e) for; (f) of; (g)
with; (h) with; (i) in; (j) from.
3. (a) It; (b) as long as; (c) as if; (d) Would you mind; (e) as
soon as; (f) What does .... look like; (g) had to; (h) let
alone; (i) had better; (j) what if.
4. (a) We work hard so that we can shine in life.
(b) The tea was so hot that I could not drink it.
(c) He ran fast lest he should miss the bus.
(d) The patient died after the doctor had come.
(e) I had lost the pen which wrote well.
(f) He acted as if he had learnt all.
(g) It was long since I had seen Mr. Ezaz Ahmed.
(h) If I had a pen I would lend him.
(i) If I had seen you, I would have told you the matter.
(j) He can't run 1 mile, let alone 10 miles.
5. (a) was held; (b) was decorated; (c) were cleaned; (d) was
set; (e) were cooked; (f) was given; (g) were invited; (h)
were welcomed; (i) were told; (j) was brought.
6. (a) Helall did not take the money.
(b) How earnestly Nasir desires to see her once!
(c) At present, I live in a comfortable house.
(d) Everybody admired his speech.
(e) Though it disturbed him, he did not know the reason.
7. I asked him where he came from. He replied that he came
from San Carlos. He added that he had been taking care of
animals. I expressed wonder not quite understanding. Then
he explained that he had stayed there taking care of
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me as apu he requested me not to mind and added that
actually for his result he was quite upset.
8. In a village there lived a woman who had gathered
together a dish of beans and wanted to cook them. So, she
made a fire, and to burn-quicker, she lighted it with a
handful of straw. When she was emptying the beans into
the pan, a bean dropped without her observing it, and lay
on the ground beside a straw. Soon afterwards a burning
coal sprang from the fire, and it leapt down to the bean
and the straw. The coal said. "I fortunately sprang out of
the fire, and if I had not escaped, my death would have
been certain. I should have been burnt to ashes.
9. (a) good; (b) our; (c) from an early age; (d) a; (e) very; (f)
affectionately; (g) the; (h) human; (i) an; (j) deliberately.
10. (a) Firstly; (b) For example; (c) Actually; (d) However;
(e) Secondly; (f) Now/ At present; (g) Again; (h) Finally;
(i) Usually; (j) However.
11. (a) modern; (b) revive; (c) bondage/dependence; (d)
educationist/ teacher; (e) pundit/sage; (f)
establish/introduce; (g) seperate; (h) unfriendly/hostile; (i)
friendship; (j) caste/ class.
12. Two travellers, seeking respite from the searing heat of the
midday sun, took shelter under a leafy tree. They soon felt
cool and refreshed. "What sort of tree is this? Does it
produce edible fruits?" asked one of the man to the other.
"Its a plane tree", said his companion. Don’t waste your
lime looking for fruits. It produces neither edible fruits nor
good wood. It’s one of the most useless trees around."
"How can you say that when your enjoying my shade at
this very moment?" snapped the tree.
animals and he had been the last one to leave the town of
San Carlos.
8. A cook once roasted a duck for his master. The roast
looked so delicious that he could not resist the temptation
and ate up one of the drumsticks. When the master sat
down to eat the meal, he quickly noticed the missing leg.
He asked the cook what had happened to the other leg.
The cook told him that it had one leg only. The master said
that there was no such thing as a one-legged duck but the
cook insisted that that duck had only one leg.
9. (a) our; (b) a widely used language; (c) international; (d)
well; (e) the; (f) communication/language; (g) your; (h)
career; (i) in the long run; (j) properly.
10. (a) So/Consequently; (b) However/But; (c) So; (d)
Accordingly/One day; (e) Moreover/And; (f) However; (g)
Then; (h) But; (i) However/In the meantime; (j)
Thus/Soon.
11. (a) cultivator; (b) near; (c) bad/malevolent; (d) destroy/
harm; (e) safely/cautiously; (f) kind/humane; (g)
damage/spoil; (h) ill-natured; (i) resolved; (j)
good/harmless.
12. Bookseller : Good morning, sir. How can I help you?
Myself : I would like to buy an English grammar
book.
Bookseller : Would you mind telling me the name?
Myself : It's Oxford Advanced Learners Dictionary.
Bookseller : Here it is. A very helpful book. A lot of
people like this dictionary.
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Myself : I had this book but I lost it. So, I need it Bookseller : Ok. I'll give you hundred taka less.
again Myself : Here is the money. Pack it up now.
Bookseller : Will I pack it up? Bookseller : Do you need anything else?
Myself : What's the price? Myself : No, thanks.
Bookseller : Six hundred taka only. Bookseller : Sir, please come here next time.
Myself : But I bought it with five hundred only for
the first time. Can you reduce the price?

104. Bandarban Govt College, Bandarban

1. (a) the; (b) a; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) a; (g) the; (h) the; (i)
an; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) in; (c) over; (d) on; (e) in; (f) to; (g) in; (h)
between; (i) of; (j) of.
3. (a) as if; (b) What's it like; (c) What if; (d) had better; (e)
have to; (f) It; (g) let alone; (h) as soon as; (i) There; (j)
would rather.
4. (a) I drink plenty of pure water every day so that I can
maintain good health.
(b) He is so weak that he cannot get up from bed.
(c) Self-help is the best help and Allah helps those who
help themselves.
(d) If I had the wings of a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(e) Though it was raining, we went out because we had
to attend an important meeting.
(f) It is high time we stopped this and put emphasis on
tree plantation.
(g) She had turned into a good student by studying
seriously.
(h) He took me to the village after I had finished my
annual exam.
(i) If you took regular physical exercise, you would
keep good health.
(j) If you had been more serious, you would have made
a good result.
5. (a) are; (b) gives; (c) reaches; (d) are told; (e) are
described; (f) contains; (g) taken; (h) is published; (i)
inform; (j) help.
6. (a) When it was 9 pm, I slept a sound sleep.
(b) I heard a hue and cry at a little distance and I woke
up.
(c) Getting up from bed, I ran to the spot.
(d) I saw a burning cottage./I saw a cottage burning.
(e) The cottage was engulfed by the fire.
7. The Police Officer asked Zakir how he (P) could help him
(Z). Zakir replied that last night while he (Z) had been
going home by a baby taxi, two snatchers suddenly had
ridden into his (Z) baby taxi. The police officer there
asked him (Z) if they had taken anything from him (Z).
Zakir replied in the affirmative and added that they had
snatched away his (Z) cell phone and two thousand taka.
The police officer told him (Z) that he (P) might record his
(Z) complaint. Zakir tanked him (P) profoundly.
8. Man is naturally very inquisitive, and so, he wants to
know the unknown and see the unseen. This
curiosity/inquisitiveness is the driving force for all the
inventions throughout the human civilization. But we
should keep it in mind that nothing is invented overnight
and scientists work for days together to invent what they
wish for. The scientists have worked for years and
invented the computer. Computer has brought out a
radical change in the field of communication and
entertainment.
9. (a) famous; (b) rich; (c) early; (d) first; (e) to attend; (f)
professional; (g) to find; (h) to listen to; (i) praising; (j)
there/soon.
10. (a) who; (b) since/because/as; (c) but; (d) so; (e) and; (f)
on the other hand; (g) when; (h) that; (i) who; (j) thus.
11. (a) renowned; (b) attack; (c) cowardly; (d) run away; (e)
nearby; (f) cheerless; (g) floor; (h) brave; (i) win; (j)
recaptured
12. Lamb : Are you going to eat me?
Wolf : Yes, at any cost.
Lamb : But, can you please wait for some more time.
Wolf : Why?
Lamb : I've just eaten a lot grass and my stomach is
filled with grass.
Wolf : So what?
Lamb : If you eat me now, you will feel like eating
grass.
Wolf : Oh, now I understand. No problem. I’ll wait.
Lamb : Wait and see my dance. It'll digest the grass.
Wolf : You’re here before me and I can wait for
some time.
Lamb : Oh, that's great.

105. Madan Mohan College, Sylhet

1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) the; (d) a; (e) ×/the; (f) ×/the; (g) ×; (h) (c) Padma Bridge is going to be constructed soon It is
the; (i) the; (j) the. expected that it would be opened for use within few
2. (a) with; (b) to; (c) beyond; (d) of; (e) for; (f) of; (g) for; years.
(h) against; (i) of; (j) with. (d) It is Tajmahal which was built by Emperor Shah
Jahan.
3. (a) was born; (b) There; (c) as if; (d) What if; (e) have to;
(e) The tortoise was confident that he would win the
(f) As soon as; (g) let alone; (h) what does.... look like; (i)
race.
had better; (j) would rather.
(f) It is high time we started our journey.
4. (a) Though he has a lot of money, he does not help the (g) He told the matter as if he were present there.
poor. (h) The path is not smooth at all, walk carefully lest you
(b) We read with a view to gaining knowledge. should stumble.
(i) He allowed me to drive the car.
(j) I went to Patenga so that I could see the sea-port.
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5. (a) entered; (b) was; (c) ordered; (d) was waiting; (e) was;
(f) knew/could know; (g) sitting; (h) glancing; (i) seen; (j)
had.
6. (a) Bangladesh is a small country having a vast
population./Bangladesh, a small country has a vast
population.
(b) It is one of the most populous countries in the world.
(c) The farmers work hard so that they can support
themselves.
(d) They are not dishonest and unkind.
(e) We should take care of them.
7. He told me that he could chop some wood that day. But I
said that I had a boy coming from the orphanage. He said
that he was the boy. I became astonished hearing that it
was he. I added that he was small. He said that size didn't
matter chopping wood.
8. Student politics is a burning question in our country.
Nowadays, students are being misguided because of
student politics. They have become the puppets in the
hands of the so-called politicians. They are being easily
exploited by these politicians. The students have taken
arms in their hands instead of books. So they are found to
be engaged in bloody clashes very often. Sometimes,
educational institutions are closed sine die for bloody
clashes between the rival groups. General students also
become victims of student politics every now and then.
106. Moulvibazar Govt College, Moulvibazar
1. (a) a; (b) a; (c) A; (d) the; (e) a; f) a; (g) a; (h) ×; (i) the;
(j) ×.
2. (a) against; (b) of; (c) at; (d) behind; (e) of; f) of; (g) in;
(h) in; (i) with; (j) for.
3. (a) has to; (b) There; (c) as soon as; (d) had better; (e) It;
(f) what's it like; (g) was born; (h) What if; (i) let alone; (j)
would rather.
4. (a) If you were in my position, you would feel my
sufferings.
(b) I can't send my children to good school. If I live in a
town, I could send my children to a good school.
(c) So, I went to the library in order to browse some
reference books.
(d) We must stay here until the train comes.
(e) He reads newspaper so that he can know the current
affairs of the world.
(f) We have to look a big house to accommodate such a
big family.
(g) Unless you follow the rules, you will be terminated.
(h) If demand increases, price also increases.
(i) He woke up early in the morning so that he could
enjoy the calm and quiet environment in the
morning.
(j) The auditorium looked beautiful as it was nicely
decorated.
5. (a) to work/working; (b) does not exist/cannot exist; (c) is
seen; (d) are irrigated; (e) can not grow; f) cannot be
brought; (g) tapped; (h) have been built/are built; (i) to be
built; (j) to share.
6. (a) Wasn't Geoffrey Chaucer, the father of English
poetry, born in 1340?
(b) He was the first major poet who wrote in English.
(c) Chaucer wrote the poem in his old age.
(d) It consists of many stories and they were told by a
group of pilgrims who travelled from london to
Canterbury to show respect to St. Thomas Becket.
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Sometimes, innocent students have to die for such clashes.
It is quite unexpected. We certainly look forward to the
bright future of innocent students.
9. (a) popular; (b) very; (c) well; (d) usually; (e) Tea; (f)
After plucking; (g) this; (h) special; (i) widely; (j) to
drink.
10. (a) Truly; (b) who; (c) So; (d) that; (e) frankly to
speak/however; (f) neither; (g) nor; (h) In
fact/Unfortunately; (i) Therefore/So; (j) and.
11. (a) blessing boon; (b) retards; (c) literate/enlightened/
educated; (d) brightness; (e) much; (f) conscious; (g)
entire; (h) failure; (i) step; (j) eradicate.
12. Student : Good morning, sir.
Teacher : Good morning.
Student : How are you, sir?
Teacher : Fine, thank you. Do you want to say anything?
Student : Yes, sir. I have a problem in English. Should I
tell you now?
Teacher : Sure, what's that?
Student : I do not know how to combine the sentences.
Teacher : It's an easy matter. If you practice regularly, it
will be clear to you, isn't it?
(e) Very few poems in English literature are considered
as old and great as this poem.
7. The noble man asked Sheikh Saadi respectfully why he (S)
was putting up the food in his pocket. He (N) also asked
him (S) why he (S) did not eat. Sheikh Saadi replied that
he (s) was doing the right thing. He (S) also said that his
dress deserved those rich dishes. The nobleman said that
he (N) did not understand what he (S) meant to say. He
(N) also appologized to him (s).
8. A language club is a place where one can practise
speaking English. Practice can develop your English by
speaking English with friends. You can discuss various
issues in English with friends. This discussion will also
develop your English. You can read English dailies there.
Reading English dailies will increase your vocabulary.
So every school should set up a language club to develop
students' knowledge of English.
9. (a) an affluent businessman; (b) his; (c) Being; (d) Many;
(e) this; f) training; (g) highly; (h) appointed; (i) The; (j)
charged.
10. (a) Besides; (b) So; (c) On the other hand; (d) But; (e) In
fact; f) However; (g) For this; (h) In addition; (i)
Moreover; (j) Last but not the least.
11. (a) commonly; (b) inefficient; (c) improve; (d) obligation;
(e) fortunately; f) discourage; (g) surely; (h) home; (i)
flexible; (j) strength.
12. We watched the flames.
"That's an apple log", he said. "It burns the prettiest of any
wood."
We were very close.
He was suddenly impelled to speak of things he had not
spoken of before, nor had I cared to ask him.
"You look a little bit like my mother," he said. "especially
in the dark by the fire".
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107. Sunamganj Govt College, Sunamganj
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) the/×; (d) a; (e) the; (f) the/× ; (g) ×; (h)
×; (i) ×; (j) the.
2. (a) for/to; (b) to; (c) For/With; (d) into; (e) for; (f) of; (g)
to; (h) by; (i) on; (j) against.
3. ((a) let alone; (b) would rather; (c) what's it like; (d) what
if; (e) had better; (f) As soon as; (g) how .... like; (h) call it
a day; (i) How .... doing; (j) read between the lines.
4. (a) If we lose the morning hours of our life we must
repent in future.
(b) As a student, you should read properly so that you
can shine in life.
(c) Students should read text books again and again with
a view to understanding their lessons.
(d) Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.
(e) When the student stood up, he told them to sit
down.
(f) Tell me what your future plan is.
(g) You will surely succeed provided that you use your
time properly.
(h) Had I see him I would have invited him
(i) Would you mind opening the door?
(j) I am the only person that is responsible for this work.
It is I who have done the work.
5. (a) yielding; (b) remains; (c) notice; (d) are changed; (e)
do not exist; (f) is replacing; (g) is losing; (h) are
becoming; (i) has changed; (j) looking.
6. (a) But at last God could not but take pity on him.
(b) One day water snakes were being watched swimming
round the ship by the old sailor.
(c) A strange wonder filled him.
(d) As soon as the dead albatross fell from his neck into
the sea, the old man fell into a deep sleep.
(e) It was raining at the time of his waking up.
108. Govt Syed Hatem Ali College, Barisal
1. (a) the; (b) ×; (c) The; (d) ×; (e) a; (f) ×; (g) the; (h) a; (i)
an; (j) a.
2. (a) of; (b) to; (c) between; (d) For; (e) in; (f) on; (g) in; (h)
in; (i) almost; (j) with.
3. (a) Would you mind; (b) as if; (c) hard better; (d) let
alone; (e) as soon as; (f) was born; (g) No sooner had; (h)
what's the matter; (i) It; (j) have to.
4. (a) Be punctual lest you should fail in English.
(b) I usually avoid driving my car in the city.
(c) If you enjoyed the film, you could learn something
important.
(d) Life should not be considered as only a bed of roses.
(e) Garment industry in Bangladesh is one of the major
sources of earning foreign currency.
(f) Since there are no more questions to discuss, we can
conclude here.
(g) Hardly had we started to eat when the chief guest
arrived.
(h) The poem is too difficult for the students to
undersand.
(i) He came to my room while I was sleeping.
(j) I wish I were a bird.
5. (a) teaching; (b) makes; (c) are; (d) treats; (e) praises; (f)
commits; (g) realize; (h) behaves; (i) is interested; (j) sets.
6. (a) Books are better than any other friends of us.
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7. I said, "Whose picture is it?" Grandmother said, "Of
course it is a girl's picture". "Did you know the girl?"
"Yes, she was a wicked girl. I won't tell any further about
the girl but I'll tell you about the photograph."
8. Trees are our best friends. Our existence on earth will be at
stake without them. We inhale oxygen which trees produce.
Again, we exhale carbon-di-oxide which they absorbs.
Besides, we get foods from trees and firewood to cook our
food. But some unconscious people cut down trees
indiscriminately. Those people should be brought to book.
Furthermore, we should take keen interest to plant more trees
so that we can live.
9. (a) winter; (b) everywhere; (c) late; (d) warm; (e) to
remain; (f) pinching; (g) hardly; (h) to stay; (i) on the
grasses; (j) to warm themselves.
10. (a) and; (b) so; (c) that; (d) but/whereas; (e) Actually; (f)
If; (g) and; (h) who; (i) and; (j) For this/That is why.
11. (a) curse — blessing (antonym); (b) ignorance —
illiteracy/unawareness (synonym); (c) effort — attempt
(synonym); (d) succeed — fail (antonym); (e) remove —
eradicate (synonym); (f) vast — little/small (antonym); (g)
mammoth — gigantic (synonym); (h) individual —
community (antonym); (i) capable — incapable
(antonym); (j) problem — trouble (synonym).
12. Jerry : I can chop some wood today.
Writer : But I've a boy coming from the orphanage
Jerry : I'm the boy.
Writer : You? but you're small.
Jerry : Size doesn't matter chopping wood. Some of
the big boys don't chop wood. I've been
chopping wood for a long time.
Writer : Very well. There's the axe. Go ahead. see
what you can do.
(b) To succeed in life, we have to read books.
(c) We are guided to the right path by good books.
(d) We should read books in order that we can acquire
knowledge.
(e) Nothing but reading books can increase our intellect.
7. The teacher asked Rita why she was talking in the class.
He added that she should behave herself. Then Rita
respectfully apologised. The teacher then advised her to
be attentive and listen to his lecture. He also prayed that
Allah might bless her.
8. The Liberation War of Bangladesh is a memorable event
in our national life. Bangladesh achieved her
independence through sacrifice and blood-shed.
Independence is the birth right of a man. On the night of
March 25, 1971; the Pakistan army fell upon the unarmed
sleeping Bangladesh. But Bangalis are-not cowards. They
built up strong resistance against the Pakistani army. They
fought with courage for long nine months. After nine
months war and the sacrifice of the freedom fighters, the
red sun of independence rose in our soil on the 16th
December 1971. Now we remember freedom fighters
with great respect.
9. (a) famous/great/renowned; (b) rich/ sophisticated/ Hindu;
(c) early/at an early age; (d) first; (e) to attend; (f)
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professional; (g) to find/get; (h) to listen to; (i)
praising/admiring; (j) for ever/soon.
10. (a) And; (b) However; (c) For example; (d) As a result; (e)
On the other hand; (f) In fact; (g) For instance; (h)
Then/Consequently; (i) Ultimately; (j) So.
11. (a) enemy; (b) avoid; (c) care/ compassion; (d)
appear/turn out; (e) true; (f) benefit; (g) cry; (h) delight;
(i) supply; (j) opinion.
12. Writer : Would you like to have some coffee?
Lady guest : Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee. You?
Writer : I'll have coffee.
109. Bangladesh College Teachers' Association, Barisal
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) a; (h) the; (i)
×; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) in; (c) of; (d) from; (e) to; (f) with; (g) under;
(h) before/in; (i) in/inside; (j) after.
3. (a) so that; (b) was born; (c) Would you mind; (d) let
alone; (e) had better; (f) as if; (g) have to; (h) What does
... look like; (i) there; (j) would rather.
4. (a) If you work hard, you will shine in life.
(b) It is high time we stopped it.
(c) He is studying hard lest he should miss A+.
(d) There are a good number of reasons why I am weak
in English.
(e) I wish I were a bird.
(f) No sooner had we reached there than the
programme started.
(g) It is not good to mix with bad companions.
(h) He behaves as if he knew everything.
(i) You had better stay at home tonight.
(j) Would that I could be a child again!
5. (a) is regarded; (b) be compared; (c) is increasing; (d) are
victimized; (e) are not taken; (f) will grasp; (g) noticed;
(h) fulfilling; (i) develop; (j) be punished.
6. (a) Most of the drivers of our country are not literate.
(b) The traffic rules are not followed by them.
(c) The traffic police on duty do not perform their duties
sincerely.
(d) Very few problems in our country are as irritating as
traffic jam.
(e) The drivers who are ignorant always have an
overtaking tendency.
7. The grocer asked the fruitseller where his (G) son was.
The fruitseller replied that a crow had carried his (G) son
away. Then he grocer called him (F) a liar and asked him
110. Govt Suhrawardy College, Pirojpur
1. (a) a; (b) the; (c) a; (d) ×; (e) the; (f) the; (g) the; (h) ×; (i)
×; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) for; (c) in; (d) for; (e) against; (f) with; (g) for;
(h) of; (i) for; (j) of.
3. (a) as soon as; (b) it; (c) There; (d) let alone; (e) what's it
like; (f) would; (g) had better; (h) was born; (i) have to; (j)
How did he look?
4. (a) If she had studied hard, she could have made a
brilliant result.
(b) They walked fast lest they should fail to reach on
time.
(c) Had man the wings of a bird, he would fly in the sky.
If I were a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(d) She acts as if she were a mad girl.
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Lady guest : You know, there's one thing I thoroughly
believe in. I say one should get up from a
meal feeling one could eat a little more.
Writer : Are you still hungry?
Lady guest : Oh, no, I'm not hungry; you see. I don't
eat luncheon. I have a cup of coffee in
the morning and then dinner, but I never
eat more than one thing for luncheon, I
was speaking for you.
Writer : Oh, I see.
(F) how a crow could carry away such a big boy. The
fruitseller replied that just the same way as mice could eat
away the balance and weights.
8. The countries of the world have their own historians.
Histories are written through the researches by the
scholars of ages. These scholars are called historians.
Research is done very carefully with proof through the
way of truth. As cloud cannot hide the sun permanently,
lies cannot envelop the truth for a long time. Today or
tomorrow lies must flee away and truth will reign the
ages.
9. (a) cunning; (b) very; (c) in search of food; (d) extremely;
(e) To take rest; (f) banyan; (g) sitting; (h) in its beak; (i)
Seeing the piece of meat; (j) that.
10. (a) So; (b) However; (c) For example/That is; (d) As a
result; (e) On the other hand; (f) In fact; (g) For instance;
(h) Then/Consequently; (i) As a result/ Ultimately; (j)
So/Therefore.
11. (a) blessing; (b) reason; (c) knowledge; (d) hamper; (e)
progress; (f) attain; (g) establish; (h) small; (i) certainly;
(j) tiny.
12. Student : May I come in, Sir?
Teacher : Yes, come in. But, why are you so late?
Student : I'm really sorry, Sir. I could not get up from
bed in time.
Teacher : You are always late.
Student : You are right, Sir. I cannot get up early. What
can 1 do?
Teacher : You must make a habit of early rising. Don't
you know, "Early to bed and early to rise
makes a man healthy, wealthy and wise?"
(e) No sooner had he reached the station than the train
arrived.
(f) The fact that he is innocent is true.
(g) Hardly had I reached when the rain left.
(h) Go to the bank with the cheque lest you should fail
to cash out the cheque.
(i) The mountain is too high for ordinary people to
climb.
(j) Danger often comes where danger is feared.
5. (a) means; (b) can write; (c) should think; (d) expressing;
(e) is called; (f) to make; (g) should know; (h) should
take; (i) should give; (j) will improve.
6. (a) Very few languages are as used as English.
(b) Organizations frequently need employees having a
good command of English.
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(c) Better salary can be earned by an English knowing
man.
(d) People speak English all over the world.
(e) We should learn English so that we can make a room
for us in the competitive world.
7. I asked my leady guest faintly if she was still hungry. My
lady guest replied that she was not hungry and added that
she did not eat luncheon. She also said that she had a cup
of coffee in the morning and then dinner. She further said
that she never ate more than one thing for luncheon and
she had been speaking for me. I said that I got her point.
8. The Liberation War of Bangladesh is a memorable event
in our national life. We achieved our independence
through sacrifice and blood-shed. Independence is the
birth right of a man. On the night of March 25, 1971, the
Pakistan army fell upon the unarmed sleeping Bangalees.
But the Bangalees were not cowards. They built up strong
resistance against the Pakistani army. They fought with
courage for long nine months. After nine months bloody
war and the sacrifice of the freedom fighters, the red sun
of independence rose in our soil on the 16th December
1971. Now we remember the freedom fighters with great
respect.
111. Barguna Govt College, Barguna
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) a; (h) the; (i) ×;
(j) the.
2. (a) in; (b) in; (c) by; (d) of; (e) in; (f) to; (g) to; (h) for; (i)
to; (j) with.
3. (a) had better; (b) let alone; (c) as soon as; (d) What is it
like; (e) as if; (f) was born; (g) what if; (h) have to; (i)
would rather; (j) What does ..... look like
4. (a) He is so popular that every student likes him .
(b) That's why they should be well-educated.
(c) He needs a personal computer because he wants to
be up-to-date.
(d) Our country is not only beautiful but also peaceful.
(e) I have an aim that one day I shall be a cricketer.
(f) I need to commit it to memory.
(g) We went to St Martin last year. It is an island on the
Bay of Bengal.
(h) You would like to take rest lest you should become
ill.
(i) If I had gone to Dhaka University, I would have
improved myself.
(j) People who work hard can become successful in
life.
5. (a) used; (b) will have; (c) are required; (d) drawn; (e)
implemented; (f) will come; (g) hope; (h) educated; (i) is
changing; (j) are.
6. (a) Very few teams in the world are as strong as New
Zealand.
(b) Who does not know it?
(c) It is natural that they should have defeated
Bangladesh in the one day series.
(d) However, Bangladesh Tigers won a breathtaking
victory over New Zealand and people of Bangladesh
watched it.
(e) We cannot but be proud of our cricketers.
7. One day Hazrat Omar (R) became shocked to see the
sufferings of a woman and asked her where she lived. The
Test Exam Questions Q English Second Paper
9. (a) cats and dogs; (b) inside their houses; (c) young/aged;
(d) the greatest; (e) greatly; (f) profound; (g) alike; (h)
mainly; (i) Lying/Staying; (j) deeply.
10. (a) Actually; (b) The reason is; (c) therefore; (d) For
example; (e) Consequently; (f) actually/in fact; (g) rather;
(h) Moreover; (i) Sometimes/At times; (j) So.
11. (a) truthfulness/integrity; (b) useful; (c) justice; (d) evil;
(e) comfortable (f) dutiful; (g) do; (h) sincerity; (i) worse;
(j) lie/deceit.
12. Samir : Hi Bani! How're you?
Bani : Fine. You?
Samir : Fine. What're you doing?
Bani : I'm searching an information in the internet
about the changing of climate.
Samir : Are you sure that you're finding it here?
Bani : Of course. Every information is found here.
Samir : I don't know much about internet. Can you tell
me more about the importance of internet?
Bani : Sure. Internet is the storehouse of knowledge. It's
getting updated every moment.
Samir : Thanks. Next time I'll try to update myself by
using internet.
Bani : Ok. I'm getting late. Bye.
Samir : Bye. Thanks again.
woman replied that she lived in a poor hut south end to
that town. She added that she was hungry but there was
no food in her house. She asked him [Hazrat Omar (R)] if
he would give her something to eat. He told her to go
back home. He also told her that he was coming with food
and money for her.
8. On a summer day, becoming very thirsty, a lion and a
boar came at the same moment to a small well to drink.
They fiercely quarrelled which of them should drink first,
and soon engaged in a mortal fighting. On their stopping
on a sudden to take breath for renewal of the fighting,
they saw some vultures waiting in the distance to feast on
the one which should fall first. They at once stopped the
quarrel, saying. "It is better for us to make friends than to
become the food of crows or vultures, as will certainly
happen if we are disabled.
9. (a) very; (b) to make ; (c) loudly; (d) shouting; (e) to
rescue; (f) to know; (g) Being angry/dissatisfied; (h)
again; (i) living/staying; (j) to rescue him.
10. (a) what; (b) that; (c) when; (d) However; (e) As a result;
(f) while; (g) almost; (h) But; (i) Soon by this time; (j)
and.
11. (a) depend; (b) trait; (c) unimportant; (d) invaluable; (e)
succeed.
12. Tourist : How old is the edifice, guide?
Guide : Madame, it's a 15th century edifice.
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide : It was built by Akbar, the Emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh! I see.
Guide : Madame, we should move now. The sun is
about to set. It would be dark.
Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
Guide : It is. But the security does not allow anybody
after the sunset.
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112. Bhola Govt College, Bhola
1. (a) ×; (b) a; (c) ×; (d) the; (e) ×; (f) the; (g) a; (h) the; (i)
×; (j) the.
2. (a) of; (b) by; (c) by; (d) down; (e) by; (f) up; (g) by; (h)
in; (i) up; (j) on.
3. (a) let alone; (b) What's it like travelling; (c) It; (d) would
rather ; (e) had better; (f) as if; (g) has to; (h) was born; (i)
There; (j) As soon as.
4. (a) Be punctual lest you should fail in the examination.
(b) Do you know when the next train will leave?
(c) As soon as I saw him, he ran away.
(d) Though he was late, he finished the work early.
(e) He must work if he wants to succeed in life.
(f) I usually avoid driving my car in the city.
(g) As it is difficult task, we should go to Rahim. He is
very skilled in doing such work.
(h) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I find Raton
absent. He must account for his absence.
(i) If you enjoyed the film, you could learn a lot from it.
(j) We must work hard so that we can overcome
obstacles to gain success.
5. (a) waste; (b) kill; (c) sit; (d) cannot support; (e) lead; (f)
suffer; (g) indicates; (h) can lead; (i) will follow/follow;
(j) has been made/is made.
6. (a) What an exciting game cricket is!
(b) This game is enjoyed by people of all ages.
(c) At present cricket is more popular than any other
game in our country.
(d) People of all classes enjoy playing cricket despite its
being a costly game.
(e) Though Bangladesh is a test playing country, her
standard is not high.
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7. The teacher asked Maruf if he (M) had cut his (M) nails
short. Replying in the negative with respect, Maruf said
that he had forgotten. At this, the teacher said that it was
very bad and added that he (M) had to be more careful
about neatness and cleanliness. He also said that by doing
so, he (M) could prevent diarrhoea and some other
diseases too.
8. Ratna is a student of class 5 in a local primary school.
The school is the only academic institution in the area.
Almost four hundred students read in the school. But 90%
of students are male. Out of thirty students, there are only
three girl students in Ratna's class including herself. Her
best friend's name is Asma. Asma is also a very good
student. It is Asma who topped the last annual
examination and stood first.
9. (a) famous/great/renowned; (b) rich/ sophisticated/ Hindu;
(c) early/at an early age; (d) first; (e) to attend; (f)
professional; (g) to find; (h) to listen; (i)
praising/admiring; (j) for ever/soon/there.
10. (a) At that time; (b) So; (c) Then; (d) Accordingly; (e)
Therefore/So; (f) Moreover/In addition/Besides; (g)
However; (h) But; (i) Then; (j) That’s why/ So.
11. (a) unaccepted/ disapproved; (b) insincerity; (c)
accountability; (d) simplicity; (e) love/liking; (f) virtue;
(g) effect; (h) result/effect/consequence; (i) emphasis; (j)
consciousness.
12. The teacher said to Rahman, "Why are you talking in the
class? Don't disturb the class." "Sorry, sir. I was asking
Jahid to lend me a pen. My pen has run out of ink," said
Rahman. Then the teacher said, "It's okay. Now,
concentrate on your lesson."