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Suggestion with Answers
English 2nd Paper
Specially for HSC 25

Preposition

Board Ex m Appropriate Preposition

Preposition Meaning Example

Abide in ․ I abide in Dhaka.
Abound with ․ The Padma abounds with fishes.
Abound in ․ Fish abounds in the Padma.

Absorbed in He absorbed in deep studies.

Absent form ’ His absence from the function shocked me
much.
Abstain from ․ Everyone should abstain from smoking.
Abhorrence of ‧ A drunkard has no abhorrence of wine.
Accede to ‫• ‫‬ I acceded to his request.
Acclimatize to ․ ‫‫‬ I will need some time to get acclimatized to
‥ ‥• the new surroundings.
Accuse of ’ …․ He was accused of theft.
Access to ․ ’ ․ We have easy access to our headmaster.
Accessible to ’ … Mr. Aziz is accessible to all.
Acceptable to … Your offer is acceptable to me.
Accommodate (one) with (a ․ He accommodated me with a loan.
loan)
Accommodate to ‥ ‥• You should accommodate yourself to any
circumstances.
Accompanied by The politician joined the meeting
accompanied by his supporters.
Accomplished in The boy is accomplished in painting.
Accord to ․ They accorded a grand reception to the
leader.
According to ’ He acted according to my advice.
Account for ․ ․‪ ‫․ ‫‬ We shall have to account to God for our
• deeds.
Account to ․ ․ ‪ ․ We shall have to account to God for our
• deeds.
Accountable to ․ ․ ‪ ․ ․‪ We are accountable to Allah for our deeds.
‫‫‬
Acquit of ․ ‥ • He was acquitted of the charge of murder.
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Acquainted with I am acquainted with him.

Accustomed to ’ Jerry was accustomed to hard work.
Add to … Add this to that.
Adhere to … ․ I must adhere to my principles.

Addicted to ‥ ․ ‫‚‫‬ He is addicted to gambling.

Addiction to ․ ‫‚‫‬ Addiction to gambling is very bad.

Adjacent to His house is adjacent to mine.

Adapted for ” … The story has been adapted for school boys
from Gulliver's Travels.
Adapted from … The story is adapted from Gulliver's Travels.
Adequate to This little amount of money is adequate to my
purpose.
Admit to • I was admitted to Dhaka City College.
Advantageous to ‫․ ‫‬ This rule is advantageous to us.
Adverse to ․ The new rule is adverse to our interests.
Affection for/ towards He has affection for/ towards me.
Affectionate to/ towards He is affectionate to/ towards me.
Affinity between (two There is an affinity between the two
things) languages.
Affix to/ on † Affix this stamp to/ on the letter.
Affected with He is affected with sufferings.
Afraid of He is not afraid of anybody.
Agree with ‫• ‫‬ I agreed with him.
Agree to ․ ‫• ‫‬ I cannot agree to your proposal.
Agree on ․ ‫• ‫‬ I can agree with you on this point.

Argue with ․․ Students should not argue with their

teachers.
Agreeable to The climate of the place is agreeable to me.
Ahead of Mr. Amin reached here much ahead of the
scheduled time.
Aim at ․ The police aimed at the robber.
Akin to My feeling for him is akin to pity.
Alarmed at/by We are alarmed at/ by the news.
Alarmed for ‚ He is alarmed for my safety.
Alight from (a vehicle), at, ’ ․ He alighted from the car at the park/ The brid
on alighted on the roof of the house.
Align with … ․ The passers-by aligned with the police to fight
the dacoits.
Allegiance to ‚ … One must show allegiance to one's leader.
Alliance with Bangladesh has formed an alliance with
Thailand.
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Allied with Bangladesh is allied with India.

Alive to A politician is always alive to his flatterers.
Alien to Flattery is alien to my nature.
Allotted to ․ The shares were allotted to the partners.

Allocate to ․ The money was allocated to the club for social

work.
Allot to ․ Fifty shares were allotted to me.
Alternate with ‧ This question is alternative to that.
Alternative to Light alternates with darkness.
Amazed at The authoress was amazed at Jerry's duty.
Ambition for ” ․ I have no ambition for fame.
Amenable to The lady is not amenable to reason.
Ambitious of ” I am not ambitious of fame.
Amount to • What does the total sugar amount to?
Amused at/ by/ with ․ ․ ․ I am amused at/by/ with your story.
Analogy between (Two The teacher drew an analogy between the
things) human heart and a pump.
Angry with (a person ) for … • He is angry with me for my idleness.
(having done something)
Angry for ․ ․‪ ․ ‫‫‬ He is angry for not getting any help form me.
…
Angry at, about (a thing) … He is angry at or about my failure.
Annex to ‫․ ‫‬ Annex this slip to the letter.
Annoyed with (a person) ․ He was annoyed with me.
Anxious about Students are anxious about their result.

Antidote to / for / against ․ Paracetamol is antidote to/for/against fever

and headache.

Annoyed for ․ ․‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ He was annoyed with me for my going there.

Answer to ” • He answered to my questions.

Answer for ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ We are to answer to God for our actions.

‫‫‬ ․

Antecedent (adj.) to Happenings antecedent to his disappearance

are being examined.
Antecedent (noun) of The antecedents of the person are not known
to me.
Antipathy to ․ ․‪ I have an antipathy to smoking.
Antipathy against ․ … I have antipathy against him.
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Anxious for ” I am anxious for the prize.

Apathy towards ’ He has a great apathy towards his studies.
The student apologized to the principal for his
misbehavior.
Apologize to ․ ․ ‪ • The student apologized to the principal for his
misbehavior.
Apologize for ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ I applied to him for the post.
•
Apply for ‥ ․ I am apprehensive of failure.
Apprehensive of I have an antipathy to smoking.
Apprised of We were duly apprised of the event.
Appear before ‫‫‬ • It appears before me that he is innocent.
Appear to • It appears to me that he is innocent.
Appear in ․ • The news appeared in the Ittefaq.
Appeal to ․ ․ ‪‚ ․ I appealed to him for help.
Appeal for ․ ․‪ ․ ‫‫‬ I appealed to him for help.
‚ ․
Apply to …․ The rule does not apply to my case.
Apology for The student had to apology to the teacher for
his | misbehavior.
Appropriate to ” His remark was appropriate to the occasion.
Appetite for I have no appetite for food.
Apprise of ․ I would like to apprise you of the fact.
Argue about /over ․ I do not want to argue with you about ( or
(something) over) the decision.
Argue against/ for ․ He argued against / for the bill.
(something)
Ascribe to ‚ ․ Don't ascribe any motive to my action.
Ashamed of I am ashamed of his conduct.
Astonished at The authoress was astonished at Jerry's
integrity.
Assure of ․ I assured him of my help.
Ask (a person) for (a thing) • He asked me for a loan.
Ask about/ after ․” ․ ‥‫․‫‬ He asked about/ after you.
Aspirant to ” ․ My friend is an aspirant to the post of the
Principal.
Aspiration for/ after ” ․ I have no aspiration for (or after) riches.
Assent to ‫• ‫‬ I assented to the proposal.
Assign to ․ He assigned the task to me.
Associated with ․ ‫‫‬ He was associated with the organization.
Associated in ․ ‫‫‬ He was associated with you in the plot.
Attacked by (a person)/with ‚ He was attacked by robbers on the way/ He
(disease) has been attacked with fever.
Attain to ’‫․ ‫‬ He attained to greatness by dint of
perseverance.
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Attribute to (a person ) ‚ ․ He attributed the loss to me.

Attend to … • Students should attend to their lessons.
Attend at … ․ He does not attend at his office in time.
Attentive to … Students should be attentive to their lessons.
Attach to ‫‫‬ • I attached the documents to the application.
Attend on ․ A nurse attends on patients.
Approve of ’ ․ I approved of his action.
Aspire after/ to ‚․ ․ Man aspires after / to riches.
Appoint to …․ The Principal appointed him to the post.
Ask for ․ ․ ‪ ․‪ • I asked for a boy to chop wood.
Avenge on/ for ․ ” ․ ․‪ I avenged on him for his rudeness.
•
Atone for ․ A sinner has to atone for his sins.
Authority on ․‪ Dr. Shahidullah had authority on Bengali
language.
Ban (noun) on There is a ban on the play.
Ban (verb) from ․ He was banned from entering the club.
Bar to There is no bar to your trying for the post.
Bare of ‥ The field is bare of trees.
Behave towards ‧” ‧” ․ The dog always barks at a stranger.
Bark at ” His allegation was based on facts.
Based on In winter, people bask in the sun.
Bask in ․ Behave kindly towards the poor.
Belong to ’ ․ • This book belongs to me.
Beware of ․ • | Beware of thieves.
Beg of ․ I beg mercy of the Principal.
Beg for (pray a person for a ․ The poor beg for alms of the rich.
thing)
Believe in ․ I do not believe in overloading my stomach.
Beneficial to ” ․ Morning walk is beneficial to health.
Bereft of Jerry was bereft of motherly affection.
Bent upon ․ He is bent upon going to the meeting.
Bequeath to ”‛ • My father bequeathed a portion of his land to
my mother.
Bestow on ․ God bestows His mercy on us.
Beset with The Principal is beset with flatterers.
Bias against/ towards ‬․ I have no bias (prejudice) against him (or
towards anything particular).
Blind of ’ The man is blind of one eye.
Blind to ‥• ‥ He is blind to his son's fault.
Boast of ․ He boasts of his riches.
Born in ‫‫‬ I was born in Khulna.
Born of ‫‫‬ I was born of a middle class family.
Born to ‫‫‬ • He borrowed a book from his friend.
Borrow from • A female child was born to her.
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Bound for ․ ” The ship is bound for London.

Border on • His conduct borders on cruelty.
Bow to • You should bow to your superiors.
Burdened with Jim was burdened with a family.
Burst into ․ Suddenly he burst into tears.
Burst out They burst out into a laughter hearing my
jokes.
Busy at The student is busy at his desk.
Busy in He is busy- in doing his work.
Busy with He is busy with his lessons.
Busy about He is always busy about nothing.
Buy of ․ ․‪ ․ I bought this book of him.
Buy from ․ ․ ․ I bought this book from his shop.
․ ․‪ ․
Capable of He is capable of solving the problem.
Care for ․ He does not care for anybody.
Care of We should take care of our health.
Careful of / about • He is careful of about his health.
Callous to ” We should not be callous to the sufferings of
the poor.
Capacity for We should have capacity for hard labor.
Cause for ․ There is no cause for anxiety.
Cause of ․ What was the cause of this accident?
Cautious of ․ He is not cautious of his future.
Caution against We should take proper caution against
cancer.
Certain of I am certain of it.
Certify to (one's character) ․ He certified to my conduct.
Characteristic of Honesty is the characteristic of his work.

Charge to ․ He charged the price to me.

Claim upon/against (a ” I have no claim against him.
person)
Close to ․ My house is close to my college.
Clue to I found a clue to the mystery.
Clear of We should always be clear of our debts.
Cling to … ․ One should cling to one's plan.
Certain of He is certain of passing the examination.
Charge against ․ • ’ … He brought a charge against me.
Charge on ’ ․ The murder was charged on the innocent
man.
Clothed with Clothed with glory he stood up in the meeting.
Clothed in ․ The lady was clothed in white.
Collaborate with (a … ․ The people collaborated with the police in
person)/ in/on (something) rounding up the dacoits.
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Complacent about You should not be complacent about your

examination result
Compromise with (a person ‚ ․ I cannot compromise with you on this issue.
or party) on (an issue)
Communicate to ‥ • Please communicate the news to my mother.
Communicate with ‚ ․ I shall communicate with my mother.
Coincide with • His opinion coincided with me.
Compare with †․‛ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ Nazrul can be compared with Shelley.
․
Compare to ’ ․ Life may be compared to flowers.
Commit to ‥ ․ I committed the poem to memory.
Comment on ․ He commented on the lecture.
Commend to ․ The teacher commended the book to the
students.
Common to Death is common to all.
Commence on • Our examination will commence on Monday.
Compensate for ․ He will compensate for my loss.
Competent for ” He is competent for the post.
Compete with … ․ I shall not compete with you for the post of
Principal.
Complain to ․ ․ ‪’ …․ The teacher complained to the Principal
against the unruly students.
Complain against ․ ’ … The teacher complained to the Principal
․ against the unruly students.
Comply with • He complied with my request.
Composed of … Water is composed of oxygen and hydrogen.
Complement on ․ The Principal complemented the student on
his brilliant success.
Conceive of ․ I could not conceive of dishonesty in him.
Concentrate on … At last the unruly boy concentrated on his
studies.
Concerned in He is not concerned in the plot.
Concerned for ” Students are concerned for their result.
Conclusion of ” People clapped at the conclusion of the
meeting.
Conclusion from ” You can draw some conclusions from the
incident.
Concur with †․ • The lawyer concurred with the decision of the
client.
Condemn to • The criminal was condemned to death.
Condole with/ on ․ ․ I condole with my friend on his father's death.
Conducive to ” ․ Early rising is conducive to health.
Confess to ․ ․ He confessed to his guilt.
Confide in ․ I can confide in his honesty.
Confide to ․ I confided the secret to him
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Confident of ‚ I am confident of my success.

Confined in ‚ He was confined in prison for a murder case.
Confined to … He was confined to bed by an attack of
dysentery.
Conform with †․ • His words conform with his work.
Conform to ․ We are to conform to social norms.
Conformity with ’ I did the work in conformity with the plan.
Confuse with … ․ Don't confuse liberty with license.
Conceal from ․ The criminal concealed many things from the
police officer.
Congenial to ” … The climate of new place is congenial to my
health.
Congratulate on ’ ․ The teacher congratulated the students on
their bright result.
Conscious of I am conscious of my duties and
responsibilities.
Consist of … The committee consists of ten members.
Consist in • True happiness consists in contentment.
Consideration for He was showed consideration for his old age.
Consistent with His words were not consistent with his
actions.
Conspicuous for Once Dhaka was conspicuous for Muslin.
Contemporary of ․ Nazrul was contemporary of Tagore.
Contend with … ․ He contended with a strong rival.
Contiguous to ․ My residence was contiguous to my college.
Contrary to The student acted contrary to his teacher's
direction.
Contrast to His action is contrast to his profession.
Contrast with ‥ He drew a contrast of Nazrul with Tagore.
Contribute to ․ I contributed a good amount to the flood
affected area.
Control of, over The man has no control over his sons.
Converse with ‚ -‚ ․ I conversed with him on our national
problems.
Converted to He was converted to Islam.
Convict of ’ The criminal was convicted of murder.
Convince of ‫‫‬ The writer was convinced of Jerry's honesty.
Cope with I failed to cope with the new environment.
Correspond with ‚ I regularly correspond with my family.
․
Count for • His father's advice counts for nothing on him.
Crave for/ after ․ I do not crave for/ after money.
Credit to ‫․ ‫‬ The manager credited the amount to my
account.
Cure of ‚ … • The patient has been cured of his disease.
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Cure for ․ Napa is cure for headache.

Confer with ․ I shall confer with him about your prayer.
Confer about ․ ․ I shall confer with him about your prayer.
Connected with ․ I am connected with that matter.
Connection with ․ He has no connection with me.
Connection between two. ․ There is no connection between the
Consent (verb) to ․ He consented to my proposal.
Consent for He gave his consent for the marriage.

Conspire with ․ His enemies conspired with his soldiers to

ruin him.
Conspire against ․ ․ They conspired against the leader.
(somebody)
Consult with (a person) ․ ․ I consulted with him about that matter.
Consult on/about ․ ․ I consulted with him on/ about the problem.
Contact with … … I have no contact with him.
Contempt for, of ‧ I have a great contempt for him.
Contented with ․ He is contented with what he has.
Converge on ‫‫‬ • People converged on the parade ground.
Co-operate with … ․ I hope you will co-operate with me in this
matter.
Credence to I do not give much credence to his report.
Culminate in ‪ His fortune culminated in his promotion to
the post of Managing Director.
Deal in ․ He deals in rice.
Deal with ․ He does not know how to deal with a
gentleman.
Debar from ․ He was debarred from voting.
Decide upon ․ The boy has not decided upon his
programmer.
Decide against The judgment was decided against the
innocent boy.
Dedicate to ” …․ Our Principal has dedicated his life to the
service of the college.
Defend from ․ One should defend oneself from evil
temptations.
Defend against ․ We should defend our country against all
attacks.
Defer to ‥ The discussion was deferred to the next
meeting.
Delete from The book was deleted from the list.
Delegate to ․ The power was delegated to the
subordinates.
Deliberate upon ‚ ․ We deliberated long upon the matter.
Delight in ‚ • I delight in sports and games.
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Deliver to I delivered his letter to his mother.

Deficient in ’ The boy is deficient in English.
Demand for Jerry had no demand for high amount.
Demand from or of ․ I demanded the amount from him.
Depend upon ․ I depended upon his word.
Dependent on Our family is dependent on me.
Deprive of • He was deprived of the property.
Derive from • Wordsworth derived much inspiration from
his sister.
Deserving of … His honesty is deserving of praise.
Desire for/ of ‚․ I have no desire for riches.
Despair of • A lazy boy always despairs of success in life.
Descend from He claims to have descended from a noble
family.
Desirous of ‛ ‪․ My father is not desirous of wealth.
Destined for/ to I am destined for teaching profession.
Destructive of/ to ․ ․ Smoking is destructive of/to health.
Detach from ‪ He is detached from his family.
Determined on ․ I am determined on carrying on my studies.
Detrimental to ․ ․ Smoking is detrimental to health.

Deviate from • My father never deviated from the truth.

Devoid of ‫‫‬ He is devoid of common sense.
Devote to ‫․ ‫‬ The Principal devoted all his energy to the
welfare of the college.
Delighted at/ with ‚ He is delighted at/ with the result.
Descendant of ‫‫‬ The Mughals claim to be descendants of the
Mongolians.
Die of ․ … He died of cholera.
Die from ․ ․ He died from over eating.
Die by ‚․ ․ ‛ ‪ ․ He died by suicide.

Die for ‚ …․ We are ready to die for our country.

Differ from †․ The rose differs from marigold.
’ ․ ․
Differ with ․ I differ with you on this point.
Different from ․ This pen is different from that.
Disgrace to A notorious boy is disgrace to his family.
Disgusted with/ at ․ ․ ․‪ The teacher is disgusted with the student at
his misconduct.
Dislike to/for ’ ‪ I have a dislike to evil company.
Displeased with ’ The teacher is displeased with the student.
Dispose of ․ The Principal ordered the clerk to dispose of
the file.
Disqualified for ’ You are disqualified for the post for your
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overage.
Dispute with/about/ on There is none to dispute with my right.
Dissimilar to This pen is dissimilar to that.
Distinguish between ․ ‥ Distinguish between the two.
Distinguish from †․ ‫‫‬ ’ He tried to distinguish right from wrong.
‫‫‬ ․ ‥
Distract from ’ …․ The music distracted my attention from my
study.
Dispense with ‥ ․ The headmaster dispensed the clerk with his
services.
Difference between ․ What is the difference between the two?
Disappointed at ․ ․‪ He was disappointed at your failure.
Disappointed of ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ He was disappointed of the prize.
Disappointed with ․ I am disappointed with him.
Disagree with (one, on) • I disagreed with him on that point.
Discriminate (one thing) ․․ You should discriminate good boys from bad
from '(another)' ones.
Divide into …․ He divided the mangoes into two equal
halves.
Doubt about/ of I have doubt about his success.
Due to ․ I could not go to college due to my illness./
The prize was due to me.
Dull of The boy is dull of hearing.
Dull at ․ He is dull at English.
Divert from …․ He diverted me from my purpose.
Duty to ․ We must do our duty to our parents.
Dwell in ․ The manager dwells in a fine house.
Dwell upon ‚ ․ The teacher dwelled upon the subject
Expose to ’ ‥ Don't expose the syrup to babies.
Expert at The girl is expert at drawing.
Expert in Mr. Jalil is expert in English.
Excuse from/ of ․ The Headmaster excused him from fine.
Excuse for ․ His excuse for his absence was not granted.
Expect from ‚ ․ I expect a good result from my younger
brother.
Exclude from He was excluded from the list.
Exclusive of The rent of the house is five thousand taka
exclusive of utility bill.
Exhausted with I am exhausted with hard work.
Eager for ” ․ A greedy man is eager for riches.
Earnest in ‚ Students should be earnest in their studies.
Eligible for … He is not eligible for the post.
Emerge from • Suddenly a tiger emerged from the bush.
End in • All his attempts ended in smoke.
Endowed with Sher-E-Bangla was endowed with many
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qualities
Engaged to … She is engaged to a doctor.
Engaged in He is engaged in writing a book
Enveloped in ‚‪ The sky is enveloped in black clouds.
Envy at/ of ․ ․‪ “ His heart was filled with envy at my grand
success.
Envious of “ He is envious of my success.
Enquire of/ About ‫‫‬ ․ He enquired of my whereabouts.
Enter into ․ The thief entered into the room at dead of
night.
Equal in/ with ․ I am equal in rank with you.
Equally with The manager is to blame equally with the
clerk.
Escape from Man has no escape from death.
Essential to ’ ․ Health is essential to success in life.
Excel in The boy excels in painting.
Exception to There is an exception to every rule.
Exempt from • The poor student was exempted from tuition
fees.
Exile from The king was exiled from the country.

Experience in ’ Professor Abdur Rashid has vast experience

in English.
Faith in I have faith in his honesty.
Faith with He has broken faith with me.
Faithful to The dog is a faithful animal to its master.
Failure of The failure of my younger brother in the
examination astonished me.
Familiar with ‧ I am familiar with him.
Famous for ‥ Mohsin is famous for his kindness.
Favourable for ’ ․ The soil of Sylhet is favourable for growing
oranges.
Favour of His report was in favour of me.
Fear of The rich are in fear of their lives.
Fear for ․ The rich fear for their lives.
Fearful of I am fearful of enemies.
Feed on ‥ ․ The cow feeds on grass.
Fire at/upon ․ The police fired at the criminal.
Filled with The sailors were filled with fear.
Fine for ‫‫‬ He had to pay a heavy fine for his
misbehavior.
Fit for ” He is fit for the post.
Fix to … Fix the stamp to the envelope.
Fond of I am fond of meat.
Fondness for ‪ I have fondness for sweets.
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Foreign to ’ To tell a lie is foreign to an honest man.

Forgetful of Man is forgetful of the past.
Free from Man is not free from cares and anxieties.
Free of The goods reached free of cost.
Frown at ․ ․ The teacher frowned at the boy who made
noise in the class.
Full of The glass is full of dirty water.
Furnish with ‫‫‬ The college was furnished with fine furniture.
Get over ’ ․ I am trying to get over all obstacles.
Gifted with ‚ The boy is gifted with an extraordinary talent.
Good for You are good for nothing.
Good at He is good at English.
Grateful to ․ Every student should be grateful to his/her
teacher.
Guess at ’ ․ It is not easy to guess at her inner problem.
Guilty of The man is guilty of murder.
Grasp at ‚․ She has grasped at the point.
Hanker after ․ ․‪ ‪ • Most of the men hanker after money.
․ ․
Hatred for ‧ As a human being, you should not have
hatred for an honest man.
Heir of ” ․ The three sons are the heir of their father.
Heir to ” ․ • He has become an heir to a huge property.
Hope for ‚ ․ I hope for your betterment.
Hostile to ․ Your behaviour is completely hostile to him.
Hunger for ‚․ A student should have a hunger for learning.
Ignorant of ’ ‥ You are ignorant of your situation.
Indebted to ‟ I confess, I am indebted to you.
Influence on/upon A teacher's advice may influence on/upon a
student largely.
Informed of ’ I will be informed of your misbehaviour.
Inquire of ‥‫․‫‬ They inquired of me.
Invite to ․ I will invite you to my party.
Impose on/upon • They have imposed a new decision on/upon
me.
Impress with I have been impressed with the old system.
Indifferent to ” You should not be indifferent to your position.
Indulge in • I don't indulge in any criminal activity.
Insist on ‫․ ‫ ‫‬ Do not insist on my attendance.
Involved in ‫‫‬ He is involved in political murder.
Irrespective of - They were presented irrespective of the class
and creed.
Jealous of “ You should not be jealous of one another.
Justice to Justice to all is the great way to have peace.
Key to ” This part of the book may be the key to the
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solution.
Knock at • Knock at the door loudly.
Lack of ’ The woman has lack of common sense.
Lame in/of ‥ The man is lame in/of two legs.
Lament for ‚ ․ The young man has lamented for his lost job.
Laugh at ․ Do not laugh at the poor.
Learn by ‥ ․ Learn the summary of the story by heart.
Listen to Listen to what the speaker says.
Live on ‥ The cow lives on grass.
Liking for Most of the girls have liking for pickle.
Limit to You should have limit to the demand.
Loyal to ’ … All employees must be loyal to the laws of the
company.
Look after ‥ ․ She looks after her mother carefully.
Look for ‥‫‫‬ He is looking for something.
Look into ’ ․ The police is looking into the case.
Look over ․ Now look over the answer script carefully.
Long for ․ ․ Every man longes for his reputation.
Made of This ring is made of diamond.
Match for You are not match for the mercenary.
Meet with ․ ․‪ • Suddenly they met with a horrible scene
Mourn for/over ․․ He is mourning for/over his father's death.
Name after ․ ․ This company is named after his grandfather.
Necessary to, for ‫‫‬ A mobile phone is necessary to a business
man for maintaining communication.
Need for ‫‫‬ This school needs for a good English teacher.
Noted for ‥ ‥ This actor is noted for his exchange of
dialogues.
Object to ․ I objected to the violation.
Object to ‚ ․ They objected to chairman's condition.
Oblige to ․ I am obliged to you for your co-operation.
Occupied with I am occupied with my business.
Open to ” This game is open to all.
Opposed to All of my friends were opposed to my going
abroad.
Opposite to My instituition is opposite to the National
Bank.
Originate from ” The bonsai method originated from China.
Owe to ‟ I owe to you.
Parallel to This system is not parallel to the old system.
Part from ‪ • The teacher parted from the school long ago.
Partial to You should not be partial to any applicant.
Patience with I have lost my patience with you.
Pity for ․ He feels pity for the innocent.
Play on ‫‫‬ I am playing on a mouth organ.
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Pleased with I am pleased with your recent job.

Polite in ‫‫‬ Be polite in hotel management.
Popular with ‫‫‬ Our leader is very popular with the general
mass.
Prefer to ’ ․ ‪ ․ I prefer green tea to ordinary tea.
Prepare for They are prepared for stage show.
Preferable toto ’ ․ ‪ … Death is preferable to dishonor.
Pretend to ․ He pretends to be a wise man.
Preside over ․ The GM presided over the meeting.
Prevent from • We all prevented the man from doing unwise
thing.
Pride in … ’ ․ Do not take pride in wealth.
Prohibit from ‥ I prohibited my son from playing chess.
Promote to ․ Mr. Mridha, a new employee, has been
promoted to a new post.
Provide with … • My brother provides me with money.
Proud of … I am proud of your brilliant result.
Proportionate to ‚ ․ Invest money proportionate to income.
Qualified for … • You are qualified for the post.
Quarrel with ‬… ․ She is quarreling with her neighbours.
Quarrel over ․ ‬… ․ Please avoid quarreling over this matter.
Quick at A waiter must be quick at moving.
Recover from • The patient has recovered from dangue fever.
Refer to ‫‫‬ ․ The issue was referred to the secretary.
Rely on ․ Please rely on me.
Remind of ․ • They reminded me of my given request.
Replace by/with • The popularity of football is replaced by/with
the popularity of cricket.
Revenge on/upon ․ He has revenged on/upon the villain for the
murder.
Rule over ․ Now the monarch is rulling over the country
to the point
Relevant to ․ Your words are not relevant to our proposal.
Refrain from ‥ ․ Refrain yourself from taking drugs.
Respond to ” • Respond to my call when I recall.
Result in His misbehaviour results in his lossing
popularity.
Retire from ’ ․ My father has retired from the job.
Respect for I think you have no respect for me.
Rob of ․ ․ The thief robbed me of all.
Rid of • He has got rid of all problems.
Regret for ‥․ We all regret for your demotion.
Remedy for ․ There is no remedy for cancer diseases.
Sad at ‥ I am very sad at your bad performance.
Satisfied with The higher authority was greatly satisfied with
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my presentation.
Sanguine of ‚ I am sanguine of your betterment.
Search for ․ The spy searched here and there for arms.
Shocked at ․ ‚‧ Runa has been shocked at hearing the bad
news.
Short of ’ ‧ You cannot implement this project having
short of money.
Similar to †․‛ ․ phone is similar to his phone.
Sick of She is sick of doing this unnecessary work.
Smile on/upon ’ ․ Remember, fortune smiles on/upon the
brave.
Stare at †․ ‫‫‬ ․ She stares at the strangers.
Stick to … ․ You have to stick to this system.
Subject to It has been changed to new method subject
to another new mechanism.
Suit to … • A professional man is suited to this purpose.
Suitable for ” … You are not suitable for this present post.
Support of ’ The old man became proud of getting the
support of his only one son.
Sure of I am sure of your upcoming result.
Surprised at The headmaster was surprised at the little
girl's handwriting.
Succeed in ․ You can succeed in your life by hard work.
Suffer from ․ • She is suffering from fatal disease.
Suspicious of ‫․ ‫‬ I am suspicious of your activities.
Sympathy for He has no sympathy for the lame man.
Taste for I have a great taste for modern music.
Take after • She takes after her mother.
Talk about ․ ․ I am talking about recent issue.
Talk with/to ․ Sabrina is talking to/with me.
Think of/about ․ Avoid thinking of/about the past history.
Think over ․ - Please think over my economic condition.
Thankful to ․ I am really thankful to your help.
Thirst for ‚․ A wise man has the thirst for knowledge.
Tie toe She tied the horse to a small tree.
Tired of I am tired of doing my official work.
True to He is really true to me.
Tolerant of They are tolerant of the opposition party.
Unite with ‡․ • To be winner, be united with your team
members.
Useful to, for ” ․ This system is very useful to me for my next
success.
Use of ‫‫‬ In today's era there is a little use of chalk-
duster.
Vary from • Economic condition may vary from country to
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country.
Verge on ․ Now you are verge on your prosperity.
Veiled in ‚ The real incident was totally veiled in fake
news.
Vexed with, at The teacher was vexed at the behavior of the
student.
Versed in Mr. Harun is well versed in math term.
Victim of ․ Neela is a victim of new problem.
Void of ‫‫‬ The man is void of ABC knowledge of English.
Warn of/against ․․ You should warn all flood affected people of
the forthcoming disaster. / Everybody has to
be warned against all dangers.
Waste of ’ Once people believed that to educate woman
is the wastage of money.
Wait for ’ ․ We waited for our schedule train.
Warrant for A warrant has been affirmed for his arrest.
Want of ’ The beggar is in want of cloth.
Watch over ‫‫‬ ‥ Watch over the situation carefully.
Weak in ․ He is weak in English.
Weary of He is weary of day long work.
Wish for ‛‪․ I wish for your better life.
Worthy of … His success is worthy of appreciation.
Wonder at ’ ․ • We wondered at the little boy's English
pronunciation.
Yearn to ‚․ ․ Finally our boss yearned to give promotion to
all.
Yield to ․ The naughty boy yielded to the guardian's
force.
Zeal for ” The little girl has a great zeal for English
learning.
Zest for ’ … You should have a zest for social welfare.

01. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Man has an unquenchable thirst (a) _____ knowledge. He is never satisfied (b) _____ what he has known
and seen. He wants (c) _____ see more. The inventions (d) _____ rockets, spaceships and artificial
satellites have made it possible (e) _____ him (f) _____ go far (g) _____ the earth, his home planet. As a
result, he has already landed (h) _____ the moon while he has made the whole world a village, a global
village (i) _____ means of mobile phone that connect a man to a distant man thousands miles (j) _____.

Bengali Translation:
(a) _____ ’ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‪† ‥ ‪ (b) _____ ․‥ ‛
(c) _____ ‚ • ‥ ․ ․ † ․ ” (d) _____ ‚ ․ (e)
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_____ (g) _____ ‛ (f) _____ • ․ ‪ ‛ ‛ (h) _____ ’

․ ‪ ’ ․ ‛ (i) _____ ․ †․ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
‛ (j) _____ ․ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) for → – ‥ ․‪ • ‚․ ․

(b) with → – † †․ • ‬

(c) to → "Want to – ․ ‚… ‚

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ‚ ‬

(e) for → – ․ ‫‫‬ ‬

(f) to → –․ ‬

(g) beyond → – ‛ ‬

(h) on → – ” ’ ‬

(i) by → – ‥ ․ ․‪ ․

(j) away → – ‪ ‬

02. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have existed (a) _____ earth (b) _____ prehistoric time. Since
then they have been treated (c) _____ the symbol of beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers are
used (d) _____ various spheres (e) _____ our life. It is used mostly (f) _____ decoration. People (g)
_____ all walks of life use flowers usually (h) _____ national occasion and (i) _____ wedding. Everyone
prefers flowers (j) _____ expressing their love and devotion.

Bengali Translation:
․ †․ ” ․ ” † (a) _____ (b) _____ … ․ ․ ‥
․‛ † (c) _____ ․ ‚ ‪ † †․ ’‥ (d)
_____ (e) _____ ‚ ‫‫‬ † … (f) _____ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․
(g) _____ (h) _____ ‫‫‬ ’ † (i) _____ ․ ‛
(j) _____ • ․ ․ ‪ ․
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Answers with Explanation:

(a) on → – ‥ ․‪ ” ’ ․

(b) since/from → – †․ ․ ‬

(c) as → – ․ ․ ․ ‬

(d) in → –

(e) of → –‫‫‬ ’ ․‪ ’ ‬

(f) for → – ․ ” ‬

(g) from → – ‬

(h) on → – ”

(i) at/in → – ’ ‫‫‬ ’ ․

(j) for → – †․ ” ‫‫‬

03. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Preposition links all types (a) _____ words together and help them make better sense (b) _____ the
readers. They help us understand the relationship (c) _____ objects. (d) _____ example, the book and the
table are (e) _____ the kitchen. This gives you a basic understanding. If we add another preposition, it
makes it even clearer. The book is (f) _____ top of the table (g) _____ the kitchen. We have a clear
picture (h) _____ our mind (i) _____ the relation of those two objects and their relationship (j) _____ each
other.

Bengali Translation:
(a) _____ ․ †․ ․ † ․ (b) _____ † ‚ •
‬ ․ † ‚ (c) _____ ․ ‬ ․ (d) _____ ” ‛
† (e) _____ ‧ ‪ † ‚ ․ †․ ․ ‚ ‚ • †․
…․ † ‚ • ․ ‛ (f) _____ (g) _____ ‧ ‪ ‚
(h) _____ †․ ‪ (i) _____ †‛ ․† (j) _____ † ․ ’ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → – … ‬

(b) to → – ․ ” ’ ‬
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(c) between/among → – †․ ․ ․ ‬

(d) for → –” •

(e) in → – ‧ ’ ‬

(f) on → – ” ’ ‬

(g) in → – ‧ ” ‬

(h) in → – ‬

(i) about → – ․ ‚ ‬ "about"

(j) to → –† ․’ ․ ‬

04. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Parents have desire (a) _____ bright future (b) _____ their children. They are ready to do anything which
may be congenial (c) _____ the success (d) _____ their children. Every success (e) _____ their children
make them happy and they become sanguine (f) _____ their bright future. But then the children do not
pay heed (g) _____ the suggestions (h) _____ their parents and fail to move forward as the parents want.
Their entire hopes end (i) _____ smoke. So, children must be cautious (j) _____ it.

Bengali Translation:
(a) _____ ” (b) _____ ‫‫‬ ‚․ ․ † ․‪ ․
(c) _____ (d) _____ ‫‫‬ ․ (e) _____
‥ ․ † (f) _____ ” ‚ • ․ ‥ (g)
_____ (h) _____ ․ … † †…
‚ (i) _____ ‛ (j) _____ † ․ ․ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) for → – ‫‫‬ ‚․ ‬

(b) of → – ‬

(c) to → – ‫‫‬ ” ‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(e) of → –† ‚ … ‛ ‬

(f) about → "Sanguine about their brig – ․‚ • ‬

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(g) to → – • ‬

(h) of → – ․ ‬

(i) in → – †․ ․ ‬

(j) about/of → – ․ ․ ․ ‬

05. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

During holidays when my mother went to sleep (a) _____ noon, we went to the railway line. There, along
with other children I watched how the trains passed (b) _____ innumerable unknown facts. My father got
an appointment (c) _____ a town school and he moved (d) _____ the town immediately with all the
members of the family. I was admitted (e) _____ my father's school. I felt that my school fellows had no
feeling (f) _____ one another as we had in the village. However, I have gradually adjusted myself (g)
_____ town life. I am happy with my new friends but my heart aches (h) _____ the happy childhood days.
Childhood is free (i) _____ worries and has infinite capacity (j) _____ enjoyment.

Bengali Translation:
‪ ‥ ‚ (a) _____ ‧ ‚ ‛ ‥ ’
‚ ‥ ․ (b) _____ ’… ’‫‫‬ ‚ †․ (c)
_____ … ‪ † ․ ․ (d) _____ … ‚ (e)
_____ ‚ ‚ ’ ․ ‪ ‚ (f) _____ † ․ ’
․ ’ ‛ ‪ ‚ ‫( ․ ‫‬g) _____ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚
‚ ‥ ․ ‚ (h) _____ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․ (i)
_____ † † (j) _____ ‚ ’ ‪

Answers with Explanation:

(a) at → – ‬

(b) with → – ․ ․‪ ․

(c) at → "App – … ‬

(d) to → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ • ‬

(e) into → – •

(f) for → "Feeling –’ ” ‬

(g) to → – ‥ ‥• ‬

(h) for → – ‚․ ’ ‬
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(i) from → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(j) of → – †․ ‬

06. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

The science fair held (a) _____ our college paved a new way for us to gather practical knowledge. Many of
our friends took part (b) _____ the fair (c) _____ their projects. We showed genuine interest (d)
_____ them. Most of the projects were made (e) _____ consistent (f) _____ the prevailing world situation.
They were intended (g) _____ acquaint us (h) _____ the solutions (i) _____ some common problems we
are facing specially in regard to the environment we live in. We were sanguine (j) _____ achieving success
and we really achieved it.

Bengali Translation:
‚ ․ ‫( ‫‬a) _____ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †․
․ ‪ ‚ ’ ․ (b) _____ (c) _____ ․ ’ ․ ‪ ‚ (d)
_____ ‚ ․‚ ‥ ‪ … ․ (e) _____ (f) _____
․ ‪ † (g) _____ ‚ (h) _____ (i) _____ ․‪
․ ” ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‚ (j)
_____ ’‫‫‬ ․‚ ‪ † ‚ ‛ † ’‫․ ‫‬ ‪

Answers with Explanation:

(a) at/in → – ․ ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ‬

(b) in → – ․ ‛ ․ ’ ‬

(c) with → – ․ ․‪ ․

(d) in → –‚ ․ ‬

(e) in → – ․‪ ‬

(f) with → – ․ ‬

(g) to → –” ‬

(h) with → "Acqu – ․ ‬

(i) to → – ‬

(j) about → – ․ ‚ • ‬
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07. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have existed (a) _____ earth (b) _____ prehistoric time. Since
then they have been treated (c) _____ the symbol of beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers are
used (d) _____ various spheres (e) _____ our life. It is used mostly (f) _____ decoration. People (g)
_____ all walks of life use flowers usually (h) _____ national occasion and (i) _____ wedding. Everyone
prefers flowers (j) _____ expressing their love and devotion.

Bengali Translation:
․ †․ ” ․ ” † (a) _____ (b) _____ … ․ ․ ‥
․‛ † (c) _____ ․ ‚ ‪ † †․ ’‥ (d)
_____ (e) _____ ‚ ‫‫‬ † … (f) _____ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․
(g) _____ (h) _____ ‫‫‬ ’ † (i) _____ ․ ‛
(j) _____ • ․ ․ ‪ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) on → – ” ’ ‬

(b) since/from → – ․ ‬ †
․ ‬

(c) as → – ․ ‬

(d) in → – ․ ’ ‬

(e) of → –‫‫‬ ’ ․‪ ’ ‬

(f) for → – ” … ‬

(g) from → – ‬

(h) on → – ”

(i) at/in → – ’ ‫‫‬ ’ ․

(j) for → – ’ ․ ”

08. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

A teacher is an architect (a) _____ a nation. He plays an important role (b) _____ building up an educated
nation. He dispels the darkness (c) _____ ignorance (d) _____ the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to
speak. He has to suit his act according (e) _____ the need of his audience which is his class. He is a clear
speaker (f) _____ good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g) _____ his control. He does not sit
motionless (h) _____ his class. Everybody has something valuable (i) _____ him. A good teacher discovers
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the treasure hidden inside each student. He also wants the students happy and for this he keeps them
busy. A good teacher never hankers (j) _____ money.

Bengali Translation:
†․‫‫‬ ․ (a) _____ †․ ‫‫‬ (b) _____ †․ ‫‫‬ … ․
․ (c) _____ ’ ’ ․ (d) _____ †․ ‫‫‬ … ․ ․ †․‫‫‬
’ ․ ’ (e) _____ ‫’ ‫‬ ‛․
†․‫‫‬ (f) _____ † ․ (g) _____ (h) _____
․ ․ (i) _____ ․‪ ‚ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ․
․ ․ ‚ ․ ‥ ․† † ‫‫‬
‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․‥ ‛ (j) _____ ’ ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(b) in → – ․ ․ ‬

(c) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(d) from → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(e) to → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(f) with → – ․ ‬

(g) under → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(h) in → – ․ ’ ‬

(i) in → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(j) after → – • ‚․ ‬

09. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Greenhouse effect is the gradual warming (a) _____ the air surrounding the earth as a result of heat being
trapped (b) _____ environment pollution. This is exemplified (c) _____ the destruction and burning (d)
_____ tropical rain forests, (e) _____ traffic that clogs (f) _____ city streets, (g) _____ the rapid growth of
industry, the use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) (h) _____ packaging and manufacturing commercial
products, the use of detergents like washing (i) _____ liquids and so(j) _____.

Bengali Translation:
” (a) _____ ․‧ ․ ” (b) _____
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‚ ․ ․ † (c) _____ † (d) _____ ’ (e) _____ ‫‫‬

(f) _____ ․‚ ․ ‥ (g) _____ ․ † (h)
_____ ․‫† ‫‬ ‫․‫‬ ” ‫‫‬ • (i) _____ † ‛ (j) _____
” •

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → "Warmin – ․ ․‪ ‬

(b) by → – ․ ․‪ ․ ․‪ • ‬

(c) by → –” ․ ‬

(d) of → "Burning – ․ ․‪ ‬

(e) by → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(f) up → – ‚ ․ • ‬

(g) by → " – ․ ․‪ ‬

(h) in → – ․‪

(i) of → – ‬

(j) on → "And so on – ․ ․ ‬

10. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Once an English and a Bengalee gentleman were travelling (a) _____ the same train and they were in the
same compartment. The Englishman was very proud (b) _____ himself because he was an Englishman. He
looked (c) _____ upon the Bengalee gentleman who, however, took no notice (d) _____ it and went to
sleep (e) _____ peace. As soon as the Bengalee gentleman was asleep, the Englishman picked (f)
_____ the gentleman's shoes and threw them (g) _____ the window and went to sleep. When the
Bengalee gentleman woke up, he looked for his shoes and understood it. Then he took the Englishman's
long coat (h) _____ the wall and threw it outside the window and returned (i) _____ bed laughingly. Next
morning the Englishman became startled and shouted, 'Where's my coat gone?' "Your coat has gone to
fetch my shoes," said the gentleman (j) _____ a smile. The Bengalee gentleman was Sir Ashutosh
Mukherjee.

Bengali Translation:
†․ †․‫‛ ‫‬ ‫†‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ․ (a) _____ †․‛ ․ ‪ † †․‛
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․ ‪ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ (b) _____ ‫․‫‬ ‥ … ‪ ․ †․‫‛ ‫‬ ‫‫‬‪

(c) _____ ․․ ‪ ‪ ․ ‪ (d) _____ † ․ (e)
_____ ‧ … ․‧ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ (f) _____ ․ ‫‫‬
† (g) _____ ‫‫‬ ‛ † ‧ … ․ ‫”… ‫‬ ‫‫‬
‥‫‫‬ ․ † ‬ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ (h) _____ ․
† ‫‫‬ ‛ † (i) _____ ‪ …
․ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ․” ․ ․ ‚ ․ ․ … ‚ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬
‚ …‪ ․ (j) _____ †․ ․‪ ‚ ‥

Answers with Explanation:

(a) on → – ․ ‬

(b) of → "Proud of hims – ․ ․‪ … • ‬

(c) down → – ․ ․ ‪ ‪ ․ ‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ • ‬

(e) in → " – ․ ’ ․

(f) up → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(g) out of → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ ․ ‛ • ‬

(h) from → – ․ ” ‬

(i) to → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ • ‬

(j) with → – ․ ‚ … ’ ․‫․‫‬ ‬

11. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

A good student is never indifferent (a) _____ his studies. He always adheres (b) _____ his studies. He does
not learn things (c) _____ rote. He does not hunt (d) _____ traditional guide books. Moreover he has great
thirst (e) _____ knowledge. For this he does not confine himself (f) _____ the traditional studies. He is
always aware (g) _____ the current affairs (h) _____ the world. He abides (i) _____ his teachers' advice.

Bengali Translation:
†․‫‫‬ ‪ ․‥ ‛ ”
… ․ ‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ …‛ ‛ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‪
‫‫‬ ‪ † ‫‫‬ ‫․‫‬ ‥
․ ‧ ․ ․
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Answers with Explanation:

(a) to → – ․ ” ‬

(b) to → – ․ ’ … ․ ‬

(c) by → – ‥ ․ ‬

(d) for → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(e) for → – ‚․ ‬

(f) to → – ‬

(g) of → – • ‬

(h) of → – ‧ ‬

(i) by → – ․ ’ ‬

12. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

A good stock (a) _____ words is necessary (b) _____ anybody who wants to use a language. Vocabulary is
an essential component (c) _____ successful communication. It is an integral part (d) _____ reading skill.
While grammar is important, a lack (e) _____ vocabulary may result (f) _____ complete failure to convey a
message. Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge (g) _____ words that go well (h) _____ an ordinary
dictionary meaning. Students' vocabulary knowledge is a building process that occurs (i) _____ time as
they tend to make connections (j) _____ other words.

Bengali Translation:
†․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †․ ․
… … †․ ’ ’ † (d) ____ †․ ’ ‪ ’
․ • ’ †․ ‪
’ … ‪ †․ ’ ’
†․ … ․ ‧ ‥ …
․ ’

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(b) for → "N – ‫‫‬ ” … ‬

(c) of → – ․ … ’ ‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬
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(e) of → "Lack of vocabulary" – ’ ‧ ‬

(f) in → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(g) of → – ‬

(h) beyond → – ‛ ’ ‬

(i) over → – ‧ ‬

(j) with → – ․ … ‬

13. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

I am glad to receive your letter. You have wanted to know (a) _____ the picnic that we made. I am now
writing (b) _____ you about it. It was winter vacation. Our college was closed. I (c) _____ some of my
friends arranged a picnic. We selected Sonargaon (d) _____ the picnic spot. It is some twenty miles from
Dhaka. We got (e) _____ the bus (f) _____ about 9 am (g) _____ all necessary utensils and materials. (h)
_____ reaching Sonargaon, we finished our breakfast (i) _____ about 9.30 am. We did not take any cook (j)
_____ us.

Bengali Translation:
‚ ‥ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‚ †‥
․† ․ ‥‪ † ‪ ‪ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ ‚ ․‪
†․ ․ ․ ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ‪ ‚ …•․ ․ ․ ․ ‪ †
․ ․ ‛ ‚ ” ‪ ․
‫‫‬ † ” ․ ‪ …• ‚ ‚
․ ‪ ․ ‚ ․ ‛

Answers with Explanation:

(a) about → – ․ ․‫‫‬ ‬

(b) to → –․” ․” ․ ․‪ ‥ ‬

(c) with → – ․ ‬

(d) as → – ․ ․ ‬

(e) on → "Got on the bus" – • ‬

(f) at → – ‬

(g) with → – ․ ․‪ ” ‬

(h) on → – ․ ‧ ‧ • ‬
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(i) at → – ‬

(j) with → – ․ ” ‬

14. Complete the text with appropriate prepositions:

I caught sight (a) _____ him while crossing the road. I tried to talk (b) _____ him. But he was (c) _____ a
hurry. He was one (d) _____ my best friends. Both of us studied (e) _____ the same school. I had an
intimacy (f) _____ him. Both of us got separated (g) _____ each other after the completion (h) _____ S.S.C.
Examination. Though my heart bleeds (i) _____ him, I hardly meet (j) _____ him. This is the go of the world.

Bengali Translation:
‚ • ‥ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ․
‪ ‪ ‚ †․‫‫‬ ‚ ‫‛ ‫‬ †․‛
‚ ‧ ‪ ‚ ‫‛ ‫‬ ‪ … † ․’ ․
† † • •‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‥ ․ ‛
‥․ † …

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → "Caught sig – ․ ․‪ ․ ‥ ‬

(b) to → – ․ ․ ‬

(c) in → – ․ ․ ‬

(d) of → – ․ … ’ ‬

(e) at → – ․ ‬

(f) with → – ․ ․ ‬

(g) from → – ‪ • ‬

(h) of → – ․ ‧ ‬

(i) for → –‚ … ․ ‬

(j) with → – ․ ‥․ ‬

15. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Syed Shamsul Haq, a legendary literature, was born in Kurigram (a) _____ 1935. He received the Bangla
academy award (b) _____ the age of twenty nine. It is noteworthy that he was the youngest (c) _____ all
who got the Bangla academy award. He was awarded the Swadhinata Padak in 2000 (d) _____ his
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contributions (e) _____ Bangla literature. His literary works are included (f) _____ the curricula of
secondary, higher secondary and graduation level (g) _____ Bangladesh. Syed Shamsul Haq was married
(h) _____ Anwara Syed Haq who is member (i) _____ the Royal college of psychiatrists in London. This
renowned intellectual passed away (j) _____ 27 September in 2016 at the age of 81.

Bengali Translation:
․ †․‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
†․ ‪ ‪ † ‪ ․
†․ ‪ ․ ․ • ‪ ‫‫‬ ’
․ ’ ․ ‪ ․ ” ․† ․
․ ․ ‪ ‚ ․․
․ ‫‫‬ … †‛ ‥ ‫‫‬
‪

Answers with Explanation:

(a) in → – ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‬

(b) at → - – ‬

(c) among → – ․ … ‬

(d) for → – ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ • ‬

(e) to → – ’ ‬

(f) in → – ․ ․ ’ ‬

(g) in → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ ‬

(h) to → –

(i) of → – ․ … ‬

(j) on → – ‥ ‬

16. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

It would be impossible (a) _____ us to continue living in this world if each of us knew exactly what fate had
(b) _____ store for us. So, Allah in His mercy conceals the future (c) _____ all His creatures, and reveals
only the present. He hides from the animals what men know, and so He hides from men what the angels
know. For example, if a lamb had reason (d) _____ a man, it could not gamble happily knowing it was
destined to be killed (e) _____ human food. But being quite ignorant (f) _____ its fate, it is happy to the last
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moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g) _____ the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence licks
the hands (h) _____ the butcher who is about to slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are ignorant (i)
_____ the future! Allah, to whom the death of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death of a hero,
has, in His mercy, thus limited our knowledge so that we might fulfill our duty in the sphere (j) _____ which
He has appointed us.

Bengali Translation:
† ’ ‚ ‫‫‬ †‛ ․ ․‫‫‬ … ․ ‚‪
‚ ‫‫‬ ‛‚ ․ ‥ ․ ․ † ․
․ ․ ․ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ † ‛ ․ ․ ‥
‫‫‬ ” †․ ․ ․ † ‥ ‥
․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ․ … ․ (f ’
․ † ‫‫‬ ‥ ‧ ‥ † † ․
‫‫‬ ‛․ ‛ ․‫․‛ ‫‬ ‪ ․‚ ‚
․’ ‚ ․ ‪ †․ ‛ ‥ †․‫‫‬
‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ‚ ․ ‛ ‥
‚ …․ ‪

Answers with Explanation:

(a) for → "Imp – ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ‬

(b) in → – ․‪ ‬

(c) from → – ․‪ ․ ‬

(d) like → – ‬

(e) for → – ” ‬

(f) of → – ․‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ‬

(g) in → "Grazing in – ․ ’ ‬

(h) of → – ․ ’ ‬

(i) about → – ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‬

(j) to → "The s – ‫… ‫‬ … ‬

17. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

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Badal lived (a) _____ a village of Bangladesh. He was a school boy. There was a canal (b) _____ his way (c)
_____ school. An old bridge was (d) _____ that canal. It was useful to one and all of the villagers. Yet none
cared (e) _____ its repair. So one day it broke (f) _____ and caused a good deal (g) _____ hardship to the
villagers. They were (h) _____ difficulty. They could not go to the town (i) _____ the other side of the canal
to sell their fruits and vegetables profitably. They sold their production (j) _____ local market at a nominal
price.

Bengali Translation:
․ †․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ‪ •
†․ ‥ ‪ †․ ‪ ‛‥ ” † ․ ‫‫‬ ” ․ ‪ •
․”‛ † ‫‫‬ ‛ †․ † †
’ ․․ ․ ‥ ’
• ‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ” ․ ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation:

(a) in → – ․ ‬

(b) on → – ․ • ․ ‬

(c) to → – ․ … ‬

(d) over → – ․ ․‪ ” ․ ‬

(e) for → – ․ ‬

(f) down → – • ‬

(g) of → "A good d – ․ ‬

(h) in → – ․ ‬

(i) across → – †․ ․’ • ‬

(j) in → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

18. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are everywhere (a) _____ our life _____ literature, economy and culture.
But are the rivers (b) _____ good shape? Unfortunately, they are not. A few are already dead and several
are going (c) _____ the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is an example (d) _____ a dying river. A report
published in 'The Daily Sun' describes what has happened (e) _____ the river Buriganga and why. Its water
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is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the air (f) _____ it. The report says that the river had a glorious past.
Once, it was a tributary (g) _____ the Ganges and flowed (h) _____ the Bay of Bengal (i) _____ the river
Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j) _____ the Ganges and got the name Buriganga.

Bengali Translation:
‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ‫‫‬ ’ • ․
․ (b) __ ’ ‚‪ … ‛ ․ ․ ‛ ‛ † ․ ․
‪ … †․ ” †․ ‛ †
․ †․ ․ ‪ ․‧ ‪ (e) … † ․ † † †․
… ․ ․ †․ … ’ ‪ †․ † ‪
… †․ ” † …
† … … † …

Answers with Explanation:

(a) in, and → – ․
‬ ‚ ․ … ‫‫‬

(b) in → – ’

(c) through → – ․ •

(d) of → "An example of a dying riv – ․‪ ‬

(e) to → – ‧ ‬

(f) around → – ․ ․‪ ’
‬

(g) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(h) into → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(i) via → – ․ ‬

(j) with → – ․ ․‪ … ‬

19. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

We got our freedom (a) _____ the sacrifice of hundreds and thousands (b) _____ lives. The patriots (c)
_____ our land fought (d) _____ the oppression of the West Pakistani rulers. Finally, the oppressors were
bound to surrender (e) _____ our freedom fighters. But a great number (f) _____ the sons of the land died
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(g) _____ the war. Soon (h) _____ the war, the government (i) _____ Bangladesh founded the National
Memorial (j) _____ memory of the martyrs.

Bengali Translation:
‚ ‚ ‪ • ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ” … ‚
․ ‛․ ‪ ․ ․ ’ ’
’ ‪ ‚ ․ (e) __ ‚ ․ ‪ ․ ‥․
†‛ … ‪ ’ ‛ ․
․ ‪ ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation:

(a) through → – ․ ․‪ ․‪ ’‫‫‬ ‬

(b) of → – ‬

(c) of → – ․ ’ ‬

(d) against → – ․ ․‪ ‛․ ‬

(e) to → –․ ․ ‪‚ ‬

(f) of → "A great number of sons of the la – ‬

(g) in → – ․ ‧ ‬

(h) after → – ․ ‧ ‬

(i) of → – ․ ‬

(j) in → – ․‪ ‬

20. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

The environment plays an important role (a) _____ our life. (b) _____ short, what we have (c) _____ us
including people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. These are the main elements (d) _____ our
environment. (e) _____ ensuring sound life, the balance (f) _____ the natural elements is very significant.
Sometimes (g) _____ lack of knowledge, we don't realise the importance (h) _____ it. As a result, we are
polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i) _____ a polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter
(j) _____ great regret.
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Bengali Translation:
†․ ․ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‚
․‪ ‚ ‪ ‛ ․ † ‚
” ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․” ’ ․‥ •
․‥ • ’ ‚ † ‬ ‚ ’‫‫‬ ‛‚
․ ‪ †․ †․ ‚

Answers with Explanation:

(a) in → – ․ ․ ․‪ ‬

(b) In → – ‬

(c) around → – ‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(e) For → – ․ ” ‫‫‬

(f) of → – ‬

(g) due to → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(h) of → – ‬

(i) in → – ․ ’ ‬

(j) of → "A ma – ․ ‬

21. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

A good boy is accustomed (a) ____hard work. He is not addicted (b) ____ any bad thing. He is not averse
(c) ____any hard work. He clings(d) ____his determination. Since he is used (e) ____ hard work, he is not
doubtful (f) ____his success. He is very much conscious (g) ____ his duties. He is not boastful (h) ____ his
talents. He behaves well (i) ____all. He attends (j) ____ his studies.

Bengali Translation:
†․‫‫‬ ‪ ’ ․ ‚ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬
․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚․ ․ ’ ․
․ ‥ ․ …
‚ ․ …

Answers with Explanation:

(a) to → –’ ’ ‬
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(b) to → –‚ ‬

(c) to → –’ ‪ ‬

(d) to → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‚․ ‬

(e) to → –’ • ‬

(f) about → – • ‬

(g) of → – ․ ‬

(h) of → "Boastful of his ta –’ … ‬

(i) with/towards → –‚ ‬

(j) to → – … • ‬

22. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

But at last God took pity (a) ____him. One day the sailor was watching the water-snakes swimming (b)
____ the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled (c) ____ such a strange wonder that he felt
a great love (d) them and blessed them (e) ____ his heart. At the once, the dead albatross fell (f) ____ his
neck (g) ____ the sea. A gentle breeze began to blow (h) ____ the south and the old man fell (i) ____ a deep
sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old man was relived (j) ____ his
sufferings.

Bengali Translation:
․ “ ․ †․ ․ ‥‪ ‫ ‫‬- ․ ‪
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ † ‪ † … † †․ ’
’ ․ †․ … ‫‫‬ † ‚ ․ ․
‚ ‥ … … ․ †․ ‛ ․
․ ․† ‧ †․ … ‧ ‥ ‫”… ‫‬ ‥
‪ † ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ † ․ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) on → – ․ ․ ‬

(b) around → – ’ ‬

(c) with → – ․ ‚ … ’ • ‬

(d) for → "Felt a great love for them" – ’ ․ ‬

(e) from → –” ‬
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(f) from → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ ․ • ‬

(g) into → – ․ ‫… ‫‬ ‬

(h) from → – ․ ․ ․ • ‬

(i) into → –… ‧ ‬

(j) of → "Relieved of his suffe – ․ ․‪ ‬

23. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

A craftwork is an applied form (a) ____ art, a social and cultural product reflecting the inclusive nature (b)
____ folk imagination. A craftwork, which usually doesn't bear the signature of its maker, retains a
personal touch. When we look (c) ____ à thirty years old Nakshi Kantha, we wonder (d) ____ its motif and
designs that point (e) ____ the artistic ingenuity and the presence of the maker (f) ____ it. The fact that we
do not know her name or any other detail (g) ____ her does not take anything (h) ____ from our
appreciation (i) the artist. Indeed, the intimate nature (j) ____ the Kantha and the tactile feeling it
generates animate the work and make it very inviting.

Bengali Translation:
†․ ․ †․ …․ †․ ‫• ․‫‬ ․” ․
․ ․․ †․ ․ ․ †․
… ‥ ‥ ‚ ․‛ †․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ’ ․ ‛
† † ․ ․ ․ ․ † ”
† †‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ․ † ․‪‛ ․
‚ ․ ․ ’ ․ ․ †
† ․ ․‫․ ‫‬ ․ † † ‥ ‛ ‚․ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(b) of → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(c) at → - - – ․ ․‪ ․ ․ ‬

(d) at → – ․ ‬

(e) to → – ․ ․‪ ․‛ ․ ‬

(f) of → – ․ ” ‬

(g) about → – ․ ‬
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(h) away → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(i) of → "Appreciation of the art – ․ ‬

(j) of → – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

24. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

We learn etiquette and manners (a) _____ our parents and various institutions such as schools, colleges
or professional bodies. There are rules (b) _____ behaviour (c) _____ all kinds (d) _____ social occasions
and it is important to learn them and practice them (e) _____ everyday life. The manners that are correct
(f) _____ a wedding reception will not do (g) _____ a debating club. Therefore, we have to be careful (h)
_____ etiquette and manners. We know how important it is to say 'please' and 'thank you' (i) _____
everyday life. A few more polite expressions such (j) _____ 'Pardon me', 'Excuse me', 'May I' are bound to
make your day smooth and pleasant.

Bengali Translation:
‚ ‥ ‚ ․‪ ․† ․ ‫‫‬
․ ‚ ‚ ‪ (c) ____ ‫’ ․‫‬ ‫‫‬ † †
‥ •’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ †․ ’
․‫․‫‬ †․ ․ ‛‚ ․ ․ •‚ ․
‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ † ‫‫‬ ‚ • ․‪ ’
․ † ․”‫‫‬ ‚‛ ‚ ․ • ‥․ ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) from → "Lear – ‥ ” ‬

(b) of → –‚ ‫‫‬ ‬

(c) for → – ․ ‫‫‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(e) in → – ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ‬

(f) at → – ․ ‛ ․‚ ‬

(g) in → – ․‪ ”

(h) about → – ․ ․ ․ ‬
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(i) in → "Say 'please' and 'tha – ‫‫‬ ․‪ ‬

(j) as → –” ․‪ ‬

25. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Life of common people is beset (a) _____ a number of troubles. Price spiral has added new sufferings (b)
_____ our life. Indeed, price of daily commodities has gone (c) _____ the ability of the common people.
Lack (d) _____ supervision is responsible (e) _____ it. Some dishonest businessmen devoid (f) _____
morality hoard goods (g) _____ quick profit. The Government should take punitive action (h) _____ those
people. People from all walks (i) _____ life should also co-operate (j) _____ the Government.

Bengali Translation:
‫‫‬ ‫‫‫‬ ․ …․ ‪ ‚
‫‫‬ ․ ‪ …‪ ․ ․
’ † ‫‫‬ ․‪ ’ ․ ‫․ ‫‬
‫‫‬ ․ ” ․ • † ‫‫‬
• … ․ ” ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) with/by → – ․ ‫‫‫‬ • ‬

(b) to → – ․ ․‪ ․‪ … ‬

(c) beyond → – ‛ • ‬

(d) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(e) for → – ‬

(f) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

(g) for → – ․ ” ‫‫‬

(h) against → –․” ․ • ‬

(i) of → – ‬

(j) with → - – … ‬

26. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

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Man is fond (a) _____ turning back from the present to the past again and again. Nothing is more pleasant
(b) _____ him than memories of his childhood. Whenever I am sick of the present, I try to get relief (c)
_____ the past days of my childhood. A man cannot remember everything that happened in his childhood.
But certain events are stored in the sub-conscious mind. They sometimes peep (d) _____ mind's eye. My
playground was the bank of mighty Teesta. In all the seasons, this river had great attraction (e) _____ me.
Whenever I was not (f) _____ home, I could be found (g) _____ its bank. There would be other children also
(h) _____ me. We used to row on the river, jump (i) _____ it and swim (j) _____ it.

Bengali Translation:
‪ ․ ․’ ․ ‪ ․‪‛ ‚ ․
․ ‥ ‛‚ ․ ‛ ‚ ‥‫‫‬ ‚
’ †․‫‫‬ ‧ ‥ ․ ․‪ ‧ ’ ‫‫‬ ․
‬ ‬”․ ‥ ‚ ‥ ‪ ‟ ‛ †‛
‪ ’ ‚․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛‚ ․ ‚ ․ •
† ’ • ․ ‚ ‚ ․
† ․ †

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of → – ․ ‚․ ‬

(b) to → – ’

(c) in → "Relief in the past – ․ ’ ‬

(d) through → – ․‪ ” ․ • ․ • ‬

(e) for → – ‚․ ‚ ․ ‬

(f) at → –’ ‬

(g) on → – ․ ’ ‬

(h) with → – ․ ” ‬

(i) into → – ․ ‬

(j) in/across → – ․ ․ ‬ ‚ ‫… ‫‬ •
‬

27. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Time and tide wait (a) _____ none. A stitch (b) _____ time saves nine. Those are the two very well known
proverbs (c) _____ the significance of time. Some people don't care (d) _____ anything. They put (e) _____
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a job for tomorrow though they are not sure whether tomorrow will come. (f) _____ this way, they cannot
finish a work when they need it. Then they say, "Alas! If we did not fight shy (g) _____ our jobs when we
had a lot of time, we could be successful". So, (h) _____ become successful (i) _____ life, we have to realize
the importance (j) _____ utilizing time.

Bengali Translation:
• ‫‫‬ - ’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ †․ ․ ․
† ‥ ․ ․‪ ․ ․‪ ․‫‫‬
‥ ‚… ․ ‫‫‬ • ‚… ․ ‚ ․ †‛
․‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ †
‚ ․‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ ‪ ‚ ‛
‫‫‬ ‚ ” ․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) for → – ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ‬

(b) in → "A sti – ․

(c) about → – ․ ‬

(d) for → – ․ ‬

(e) off → – ․ ․‫‫‬ ‪ • ‬

(f) In → – ․ ‬

(g) of → – ․ ․‪ † ‬

(h) to → "To bec – • ” ‬

(i) in → – ․ ‬

(j) of → "Importance of utilizing time" – ․ ‬ "of"

28. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Rumi and Ruman are talking (a) _____ the importance (b) _____ a teacher and a doctor. Rumi says that
doctors are of great use (c) _____ society. But Ruman does not agree (d) _____ Rumi. He says that
teachers are the architect (e) _____ a nation. They spread the light of education. Teachers remove
ignorance (f) _____ society. However, they are different (g) _____ their opinion. But they agree (h) _____
the point that the service (i) _____ a teacher and a doctor is very essential (j) _____ the society.
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Bengali Translation:
• ․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ․• ‥
” ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ․ †․ ․ ‛
†․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‪ ․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․
† ․’ ․ ․ †․ †‛ †․‫‫‬ ․
• ‥ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‫‫ ‫‬

Answers with Explanation:

(a) about → – ․ ‚ ‬

(b) of → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(c) in → "Of great use in society" – ․ ․ ‬

(d) with → – ․ ‬

(e) of → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(f) from → "Remove ignorance from socie – ․ ․‪ ․ ‬

(g) in → – ․ ․ ‬

(h) on → – ․ †․ • ‬

(i) of → "Service of – ․ ‬

(j) to/for → – ․ ․‪ ’ ‬

29. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

Patriotism is a great quality (a) _____ human being. It creates (b) _____ a man true love (c) _____ his
motherland. Patriotism is older than civilization. The man, who loves his own country, does his duties and
works (d) _____ the welfare (e) _____ his country, is a patriot. Even the ancient tribes had a fondness (f)
_____ the place where they were born and sacrificed their lives to save them. A student, an artist or a
politician may be a patriot (g) _____ usual way (h) _____ life. If he does his duties honestly and sincerely (i)
_____ his own field, he can be a patriot. If he does not do so, he will be a traitor. We must not have hatred
or bitterness (j) _____ anyone. But chauvinist patriotism is very bad.

Bengali Translation:
†․ † ․ †․‫‫‬ ․
‫‫‬ • ‫‫‬ ․
․ † ․‫․‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ․ … •
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‪ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ † ‫‫‬ ‪ †․‫‫‬

‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬
•‚ ․ ․ (i) _____ ‫‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․
†․‫‫‬ ‧ ․ ‚ ’ ‛‧ ‥” ․ ․ ”
‫‫‬ ‥ ‛‥

Answers with Explanation:

(a) of/for → "Quality of/for human be – ․ ․‪ ‬ ‚
․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ‬

(b) in → – ․ ․‪ ․‪ ‬

(c) for → – ” ‬

(d) for → – ․ ‬

(e) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ’ ․ ‬

(f) for → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(g) in → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(h) in → – ․ ’

(i) in → – ․ ‬

(j) for → – ․ ’ ‬

30. Complete the text with suitable prepositions:

The cyber cafe is a place teeming (a) _____ information. It is a network (b) _____ all networks. It is a place
(c) _____ computers (d) _____ which customers can use the internet and send e-mails and so on. A cyber
cafe is closely associated (e) _____ internet communication system. A customer sitting (f) _____ the cafe
can communicate (g) _____ people (h) _____ the world. In fact, it is not prejudicial (i) _____ our
development and essential (j) _____ easier communication.

Bengali Translation:
‛ ․ †․ † †․ • ․ • ․ † †․
․ ” ․ ‛ ․ † ‛- ‛
‛ †․ ‛ ․ ‧ ․ ‛ … … †․‫‫‬ ․
․ … …․ † ․
‚ ” ‫‫‬ † ’ ‫‫‬ … … ‫‫‬
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Answers with Explanation:

(a) with → – ․ ․‪ ‬

(b) of → – ․ ․‪ ’ ․ ‬

(c) with → – ․ ․‪ ․

(d) through → – ․ ‬

(e) with → – ․ ‬

(f) in → –’ ‬

(g) with → –․ … … ‬

(h) around/across → – ‬ "acros

(i) to → – ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‬

(j) for → – ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‬

Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words

01. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
let alone was born there what is it like what if
has to it as if what does...look like had better
(a) He treats me____I were his younger brother. Actually he is one of my distant relatives.
(b) Rima is a daughter of poor parents. She has no private tutor. So she____study hard.
(c)  was a stormy night. It was raining also.
(d) I cannot ride a bike,____a car. I have no money to buy any of these two things.
(e) Victor Hugo is a famous French novelist and dramatist. He____in 1802.
(f) Salma,____a kangaroo ?
(g) Today is holiday,____going to the zoo?
(h) You are not attentive to your study.____you fail in the exam?
(i) You____cross the river at this moment. The river is very rough now.
(j) ____ flows a river by our village. We often swim in it. .

‚ ․ ‚ ‪ ‛ ‚ ‚ ․ ‚

- ․ … ․ ‛ ‛ ․ ’ ‛ ․ ․

† †․ ‬ ‪ • ‪
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‚ ‛․ … ․ ‚ †‛ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‛

… †․‫‫‬ ‥ ‣ ․† ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

․ ‥ ․

‚‫ ‫‬‪ ‥ • ․ ‪

… • •

• ” †‛ †‥ ‥ ”

‥ ‚ †․ ‚ † ‛ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as if → ‬ ‪ ‛ • ‚
 (b) has to → ․ ․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (c) it → ․‧ ‪ ‬ ‪
 (d) let alone → Phrase †․ … ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) was born → ‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (f) what does...look like → ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪
 (g) what is it like → Question ‥ • ’ ․ ․ ‪
 (h) what if → • ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) had better → • ” ․ ‬ ‪
 (j) there → ’ ‬ ‪

02. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
have to there what's it like would rather what does ..... look like
as soon as had better as if was born let alone
(a) Many people think that they have no joy in their life. We____find out how we can make our life
happier.
(b) Abbas is a good boy. He____read novel than watch TV.
(c) Abraham Lincoln was the 16th president of the United States. He____ on February 12,1809 in
Kentucky.
(d) Jony does not keep late at any work. I____ring him at once, he must have fallen in any problem.
(e) Aritro is a dull student. He cannot pass in C-grade____in A-grade.
(f) Rahimgonj is a big Union. But____ is no high school here.
(g) The condition of the patient is very critical. The doctor wanted to operate____possible.
(h) Mizan is an honest man. He talks about the matter____he knew everything.
(i) Karim: ____the sculpture ?
Rahim: I think it is like a horse.
(j)  writing in the paper? You seem to be very happy with this pen.

’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‛ ‚ ‥‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‚
‚ ‫‫‬ ․‚ • ‥ ․

‚ †․‫‫‬ ‪ ‥ ” ‪ ․
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‚ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
․ ․

‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‫• ‥․ ‫‬ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ” ․
‪

’ †․‫‫‬ ‪ - ․ - ․

… †․ ‛” ․ ‥ ․ ” ‛

… ’ ‥ ‛ ․ ’ ․ ‪

‫‫․† ‫‬ ․† ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬

․ ‥ ․ ‚ ․ † †․ ‧

․…‫․ ‫‬ ‥‪ ‪ †‛ ․ ‥ ‥

Answers with Explanation

 (a) have to → ․‫․‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‬ ‪

 (b) would rather → ․ ‪ ‬ ‪
 (c) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
 (d) had better → ․ ․‫” ․‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
 (e) let alone → ․ ‬ ‪
 (f) there → ” ‬ ‪
 (g) as soon as → ․ ․‫․‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (h) as if → … ” ‬ ‪
 (i) what does...look like → ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪
 (j) wh t’s it like → ’ ’ ․ ‪

03. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
Lest A white Would rather It is time Let alone
elephant
Square meal P's and Q's At the eleventh Had rather There is ... the fact
hour
(a) Who does not know the wretched condition of a day laborer? He cannot earn a ____ a day when
he has no work at hand.
(b) Mr. Pervez is not well off to run a car. So, a car is ____ to him.
(c) Shut up, Mr. Idris, you don't know how to behave with others. So mind your ____.
(d) ____ no denying of ____ that corruption causes innumerable problems for the country. The govt.
should take necessary steps against it.
(e) The hustling and noisy condition of Dhaka city is quite unbearable to me. I ____ go to village. It is free from
chaos.
(f) Mr. Iqbal is a very talented teacher but a poor man. He cannot buy a Pulser (motorbike) ____ a
Prado.
(g) Of late, Mr Fazal has been absent minded. He must work attentively ____ he should lose his job.
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(h) Rahman is a great liar. He ____ give up this bad habit.

(i) Dowry system spoils many valuable lives. ____ to say 'no' to this system.
(j) The man is about to die. No result will come if you try ____.

․ ‫‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ” ‫․ ‫‬

‫…‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ‪ ‛ ․ ‪ †․ … ’ ․

․ ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ‚ ․ ‛‚ ‚ •
‥

’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ‥ ․ ․ ․†
‫‫‬

․ ․ † ” ’ ‚ ․ ‪† ․ ’ ‚ ‪
․ †

‛․ †․‫’ ‫‬ ․ ․ †․‫‫‬ †․ ‛․ ․
․

․․ ‫‫‬ ‪ ․ ․ ․‫․‫‬ ․

†․‫‫‬ †‛ ‥ ’ …․ ”

’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ †‥ ‛ †‛

․ ․ ․ ‚

Answers with Explanation

 (a) square meal → ‥ ‬ ‪

 (b) a white elephant → ’ ‫‫‬ • ‬ ‪
 (c) P’s nd Q’s → ‚ • ‬ ‪
 (d) There is no denying the fact → ‬ ‪
 (e) would rather → Ph ․ ‪ • ‬ ‪
 (f) let alone → ․ ‬ ‪
 (g) lest → ․ ‬ ‪
 (h) had rather → … ‬ ‪
 (i) it is time → †‥ ‛ ․ ․ ‫” ․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (j) at the eleventh hour → ․ ․‫․‫‬ ‬ ‪

04. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
what does.... look as if had better let alone need not
like
what if as soon as what's it like have to would rather
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(a) Nowadays most of the politicians play the role of actors/actresses. They act____they were the real
patriots.
(b) Pakistan cricket team is very weak now. They can not defeat Bangladesh,____Australia.
(c) In our country the members of law enforcing organizations____lead a very risky life.
(d) The price of mango is high in our country.____we turn this land into a mango orchard?
(e) We____walk fast. It may start raining. The sky seems stormy.
(f)  staying in a hostel?
(g)  the meeting started, some activists of the opposition party started picketing.
(h) He can see well. He____use spectacle.
(i) We____develop our humanity than observe hartal and strike. Let us change our destructive
culture.
(j) The authoress :____your mother , Jerry?
Jerry : She is a very nice woman. She looks pretty nice.

‚‫․‫‬ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ’ ․ ․ † ’
․ ․ ․

․ ․ †‥ ‥ ‛ ․ ’ ․

(c ‚ ‚‛ - ․ ’ ‛ ‥ ‛‬․ ‫‫‬ ․

‚ ‚ ’ ․ ‚ †‛ ‫‫‬ ․‚ … ․

‚ ” ‚․ ‬ ‪

․ ’ ․

‥ ‛ ‥ ‛ ․‪ ․ ․ ․

‥ ‫‫‬ ‛

‚ ․ ․ ․ ” • ‧ ․ ‚ ‚ ․
․

‥․ ‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥ †․‫‫‬ ‥

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as if → ․ • ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (b) let alone → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) have to → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
 (d) what if → ․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (e) had better → ․‫” ․‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) as soon as → ‧ ‛ ․‪ • ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) need not → ‫‫‬ ‛† ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
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 (j) what does...look like → ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪

05. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
there what if was born had better as long as
let alone have to as if it as soon as
(a) ____ is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal, ____ a hattrick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home ____ possible.
(d) The manager says alone; It seems ____ other had nothing to say.
(e) No one is happy with her result; she ____ understand it.
(f) ____ you lose your pen?
(g) ____ lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(h) The poor will continue to suffer ____ they are illiterate.
(i) Zahir Raihan ____ on 19 August, 1935 in Feni.

† ‛ … ‫‫․† ․ ‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ •

†․ … ․ ․ ․

’ • ․

‫․ ․† ‫‬ † ’ ․‪ ‛

․” ‥ ’ ‛ † ‬

․ •

(g) _ ‥ †․ ’ †․ ‫‫‬ ․

․ ․ …․ ․

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‚…

Answers with Explanation

 (a) it → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (b) let alone → ․ †․ ” ․‫․‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (c) as soon as → ․‫․‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) there → ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) as long as → Phrase: ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

06. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/ words given in the box : ____
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was born what's ... like it let alone there

would rather as soon as had better as if what if
(a) ____ your family ____ ? Our family is not so big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a rainy day. You ____ not go to office today.
(c) I have a bad headache. I ____ go to doctor.
(d) ____ lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.
(e) My sister is acting ____ she were all in all. She always acts like this way.
(f) I'll call you ____ I arrive. Then we will go to market.
(g) Prabha can't afford to buy a cell phone, ____ a laptop. Actually she is very poor.
(h) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time. ____ is, of course, a good habit.
(i) Tajuddin Ahmed, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh, ____ in 1925. He was a wise man.
(j) Rina: ____ we miss the bus? Mina: We will take a taxi then.

․ ‚ † ․ ‪

‚‫‫‬ ‪ ’ • ”

‚ ‥ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ‪ • ”

‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‥ ‛ ‪

‚ † ’ ․ ‪ ․‪ ․ ‛† ‚ ․

‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬

‛ ․ ․ ‚ ‥ ‛…

․ ‫’ ․† ․ ‫‬ † ’ ‛ †․ ’

‫”‫‬ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

‚ ․ ‚ †․

Answers with Explanation

 ( ) wh t’s… like → ․‫‫‬ … ‪

 (b) had better → ․‫” ․‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) let alone → ․ ” ․ ‬ ‪
 (h) it → ’ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪

07. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box : ____
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was born would you mind there would what does ... look
rather like
as if let alone had better have to as soon as
(a) He cannot tell my name, ____ my address. He is lying.
(b) The Bangladeshi cricketers have done well in the World Cup. They ____ struggle more to win the
World Cup.
(c) ____ the earth ____? It's not completely round.
(d) I ____ walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(e) ____ I reached the station, the train left. Really I was lucky.
(f) Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah was a great linguist. He ____ in 1885 A.D.
(g) He acts ____ he were rich. So nobody likes him.
(h) You look sick. You ____ go home immediately.
(i) ____ was a boy at the door. He wanted to talk to me.
(j) ____ eating sea fish? I think you will enjoy a lot.

‚ ․ ․ ‪

․ ․ ․ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ • ․

‥ ․ † …

‚ ‪ ․ • †‛ ‥ ‛

‚ ‪ ‪ ‛‚ … ‪

†․‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

† ’ ․ ‪ ‛ ․” ․ ‪ ․

’ ‥ ‪ ’ • ”

‥ ‫‫․† ‫‬ ‪ ‪ ‚ ․ ‪

․ ‪ ‥ ‛‪ ‚ ․ ‥ ” …․

Answers with Explanation

 (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 → ’ ‫‫‬ ‪
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08. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
but for used to was born no sooner had had better
as if it what do you has to what's the
mean matter
(a) Shamsur Rahman ____ in Dhaka in 1929. He is famour both as a poet and a novelist.
(b) ____ Diamond jumped upon the table than the lighted candle fell on the papers. It caused a great
damage to Newton's research works.
(c) You ____ apply to the principal of your college for granting you a stipend. He will surely see on it.
(d) Thomas Alva Edison was very inquisitive in his childhood. He ____ do many harmful activities. However,
he made a lot of inventions.
(e) One evening I returned home groaning with a bad headache. My mother asked me," ____ with you?
Why do you look so pale?"
(f) ____ your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them. I was just a victim of
circumstances.
(g) ____? How can a rope bite a man? It is quite unbelievable.
(h) He tells the matter ____ he knew it. Actually, he is quite ignorant of it.
(i) ____ is a good idea to walk in the morning. Morning walk is very healthful.
(j) A good citizen ____ perform a lot of things. These things will enable him to become a true patriot.

‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ․ † ‣ ․ ‥

” ‬ ‚ ․…‫” ‫‬ … †
” … ․ ‫․ ’‫‬ ․ ‪

(c ’ ‛ ․ ‫’ ‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ †․ • ‫‫‬ ‚ ․
’ ‛† ․

‚ † ‥ ‛’ ‪ ’ ’ ․ ․ ․‫․‫‬
’ ․” ․ ‪

( †․ ‚ †․ ‚ ‚ ․‫‫‬ ․ ․
‪ ․ † ․ ‥ ‪

․ ‚ ‚ ‚ ․ ․
‪

(g) _ ․ ‬ ‪ ․ †․ †․‫‫‬ ․․ † ’

† ․․ † ‫‫‬ ‚ † ․ ․‪‛ ‫‫‬

․ †․ ’ ․ ․

†․‫‫‬ … ․ ’ ‛ ’ ․․‫‫‬ ․ †‛ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․

․ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪

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 (b) no sooner had → P ․ ․‫‧‫‬ ’ †․ ․ ‫• ‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬

‪
 (c) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) used to → ’ ’ ‪ † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) wh t’s the m tter → Que ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) but for → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) what do you mean → ‥ • ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) it → ․ ’ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) has to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

09. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
had ther have would let as if it what's it was as soon
better e to rather alone like born as
(a) Motin's father is a low paid service holder. He has no ability to buy a bi-cycle for his son____a
motor bike.
(b) I've never travelled by air,____in the sky?
(c) Let's go to the cinema,____is not worth waiting any longer.
(d) I am tired. I____stay at home than go outside.
(e) You look very anxious. And you cannot continue your study any longer. You____take rest.
(f) I am surprised to hear his speeches. He speaks____he knew the ins and outs of the incident.
(g) Salam feels pain in his chest. He____go back to the hospital for a scan next week.
(h) Tagore____in 1861. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1913.
(i)  is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
(j) I went there to meet with him,____I saw him: I rushed to talk to him.

†․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ †․ ‛․ ․ ‛
‛․ ․

‚ ․‥ • ․ ‚․ ․ ’ ․

‛ ’ ․ ‚ ․ ‛

‚ ‚ ‛ • ․ ‪ ․

‥ ‛” ‥ ‪ † ‚ ‪ • ”

‚ † ․ ‧ ․‪ ‫‫‬

․ ’ ‪ ․ ․

․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
‪

†‥ ․ ‪ ‛ † †․ ‛

‚ ‥․ … ‪ ‥ ‛ ‚ ․ ‥ ‚ ․ ‪
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Answers with Explanation

 (a) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪

 (b) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) it → ’ ․ ’ ‛ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

10. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
had better was born would rather as soon as let alone
in order to has to as if whenever there
(a) The students were making a noise in the class. But ____ the teacher entered the class, they kept
quiet.
(b) It was a hot summer day. A crow felt very thirsty. So it was flying here and there ____ find water.
(c) Panna was a criminal. So he was always on his toes. ____ he saw the police, he hid himself.
(d) The man is so weak that he cannot walk. He cannot walk even a kilometer ____ five kilometers.
(e) ____ is a nice kitchen garden just behind our house. So we can get fresh vegetables from there.
(f) I am too tired to talk. I can no longer give you company. You ____ leave me and let me take rest.
(g) Though I am poor, I hate begging. Begging is most disreputable. I ____ die than beg.
(h) Michael Madhusudan Dutt was a popular Bengali poet. He ____ in a sophisticated Hindu family,
but he took Christianity when he was young.
(i) My friend Ratul talks ____ he were a millionaire. But he comes of an impoverished family.
Moreover, he is good for nothing.
(j) Rana is a meritorious student. He is the first boy in our class. He ____ study hard and work more to
maintain his position in class.

․ ‪ ․ ‥ ‛ ․ ․ …

† †․ … ‪ †․ ․ ․ ‥ ’ ․ ‪ ‛† ‥‫‫‬ † ․-• ․
” ‪

†․‫’ ‫‬ ‪ ‛ ․ ․ ‥ ‛ ‥ ․

․ † †․ ․ • ․
․

‥ ‚ ․ ‪ †․ … ‚‪ ‛‚ ‥ ․ ․
․ ‫‫‬

‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ‚ ‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ †․ ․ •†
•
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•‚ … ‚ ‧ ․ ‥ ‛’ ‫‚ ․ ‫‬ ․ ‪
․

‛․ †․‫‫ ‫‬ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †․ ’ ‫‫‬

․ ‪ ․ ‪

‚ † ․ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․† ‪
‪ ․ ․ ‫•‫‬

†․‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ ‪ ․ ‫’ ‫‬ ‥ ․
․

Answers with Explanation

 (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 → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

11. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box : ____
as if was born as soon as it what does.. look
like
there have to let alone would rather had better
(a) Manners make a man. Students ____ practice good manners in everyday life.
(b) Most students in our country are weak in English. They ____ follow the advice of their teachers' for
improvement.
(c) He tries to show off his knowledge in English. He speaks English ____ he were an Englishman.
(d) Cox's Bazar is a popular tourist hub. ____ are many nice hotels there for tourists.
(e) The other day I met an old rickshaw puller. He told me that he ____ pull a rickshaw than beg.
(f) A poor man struggles hard to survive in our country. He can hardly earn Tk. 200 a day, ____ Tk.
2000.
(g) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common. ____ may occur anywhere anytime.
(h) Smoking is one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer. ____ a smoker stops smoking, he can
avoid the risk of any danger.
(i) Have you ever heard the name of William Shakespeare? He ____ on 23 rd April, 1564 in England. He
was one of the greatest dramatists of the world.
(j) Son : Dad, ____ an alien ____ ?
Father : Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by UFOs. Films and science fiction
tell us about them. They are really awesome.
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․ ․ ’ ․ ”

(b) ‚ … ‛ ‫‫‬ ” ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․

”

‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‛ ‫†‫‬ ․ †․‫‛ ‫‬ ‫‫‬

․ ‫‫ ․† ‫‬ ․ ‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ‚‪

‚ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‥․ ‚ ․ ․
․ ‪ ․

†․‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․” ‫․ ‫‬
․ ․

․ ‫‛ ‥ ‫‬ ‧ † ․ ․ ‫‧ … ‫‬

’ ․† ․ ․ †․ ‥ ‛ †․‫‫‬
․ ․ ‬․†

․ ․‥ ”‛ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †
‛ ’ ․ ‪

‪ †․‫† ‫‬ ‥ ․ ․‚ ‪ ․ † ’
․ - ‚ † ․․ ․ ‚ ․ ‛’

Answers with Explanation

 (a) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) would rather → Phrase: ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (g) it → ‫‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) as soon as → ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what does...look like → † ․‫‫‬ ‪

12. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
unless let alone it there would you mind
as if neither will had better as fast as the older.... the more
(a) When my brother was a child, he wouldn't look at all like my father, ____ he gets, ____ he looks like
him.
(b) ____ are hundreds of languages spoken regularly by human beings. But everywhere of the world
people speak English.
(c) A: They won't be enjoying a holiday this year.
B: ____ we.
(d) It is admitted by all that a deer can run fast. But it cannot run ____ a Cheetah.
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(e) He loves his garden very much. He does not allow his sons to pluck any flower, ____ other children.
(f) I cannot carry the box on my back. ____ taking the box into the room?
(g) ____ is very difficult to get good grade in Bengali and English.
(h) It is getting dark. You ____ go home right now.
(i) The man was seriously injured in an accident. He would have died ____ he had been taken to a nearby
hospital.
(j) The boy talks too much of himself. He talks ____ he knew everything.

‥ ‚ ‛ ‪ ‪ ‚ ‥ ‪
‥ ‪

‫‫‬ ․ ‫‛ … ‫‬ ‫‫‬

†‛ ‪ ‪ ” …․ ‚ •․

† ‫‫‬ ․ †․ ․ †

… ․‥ ‪ ․ ’
․

‚ †‛ ‚ ․ ‪ ‧ • ’

•‛ ‫‫‬ • ‥ ‛․

’ ․ ‪ †‥ ‛ • ”

․ †․ ‧ ‚ ‪ ․‪․ ‪ •

‪ ‫․‫‬ ‥ ․ † ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) the older... the more → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬

‪
 (b) there → ‥ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) neither will → ․ ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) as fast as → ․… ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (f) would you mind → ’ • ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) it → • ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) had better → Phr ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) unless → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

13. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
let alone as if as soon as had better what's like
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if it would rather have to there

(a) I met him ten years ago. I can hardly recall his name ____ his address.
(b) ____ has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(c) Don't behave ____ you knew everything. Remember all others here are senior to you.
(d) You ____ build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much
nowadays.
(e) Give him the good news ____ you meet him.
(f) ____ are many rivers in Bangladesh. The rivers abound with plenty of fishes.
(g) ____ I had a typewriter, I would type well.
(h) You ____ consult with a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(i) ____ he ____ ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(j) Time is over. I ____ go now.

‚ ․ ‪ ‚… ‥‪ ‚ ․ ․ ․

’ ․ ‪ …‪ ‚ ․ ‥‪ ‛ ‚ ․ ‪

† ‚ ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ‥ †‥ ’ ‛

․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ‚‫․‫‬ ’ ․
…‪

‥ ‛ ․ ‥ ‥ ‛ ․ ‥ •

’ ․ ‪ †‛ ‪ ‚

‚ †․ ‛ ‛ ․ ‚ ‛ ․

․ ” ’ ‚ •‥

‥ ․ † ․ ․

‚ ․ †‥ ‛

Answers with Explanation

 (a) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪

 (b) it → ‧ ‥ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) if → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) what does…look like → ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) have to → Mod ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

14. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
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had better let alone as if as soon as was born

what does ..... look there would you mind it would rather
like
(a) The room appears to be suffocating. ____ opening the windows?
(b) It is raining outside. You ____ take an umbrella.
(c) He cannot read newspaper, ____ edit a newspaper.
(d) ____ lived a wise man but he was not well known to all.
(e) You look tired. ____ appears to me that you have worked hard.
(f) Ismail is a symbol of versatile genius. He ____ in a needy family.
(g) ____ a dinosaur ____? Have you ever seen it?
(h) He proceeded ____ he had never seen me. His defiant behaviour offended me.
(i) Panic seized me ____ I heard his roaring voice.
(j) Though I am in dire need of money, I ____ die than seek any financial help from him.

‧ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‥ ’

‛ ‪ †․ ‪ • ”

․ ․

‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‛ ․

‥ ‪ † ‪ ․ ․ ‪

( ‛ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ‥ ․ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

†․ ‛ ‥ ․ ․ ․‥ † ‥‪

† ‚ ․ ‚ ․ ․‥ ‥ ’ ․‚ ‚ ․‚
․ ‪

( ‚ …‫‫‬ ‚ ‚ ․ ․

•‚ ’ ’ ’ ‚‪ ‚ ․‚ ․ • ‪ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) would you mind → ’ • ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (d) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) it → Prono ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) what does…look like → ‛ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
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15. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
There As soon as What does ..... look Was born What if
like
Has to As if What's it like Let alone Would rather
(a) It was 45 years ago when a new country named Bangladesh in the world map ____ at the cost of million
of lives.
(b) During the liberation war of Bangladesh ____ was a great American singer George Harison who
sang for Bangladesh.
(c) ____ living in Bangladesh? You seem to be very happy with your life in Bangladesh.
(d) My foreign friend told me you ____ leave this country than live here. I replied "This is my
motherland."
(e) In 1971 the Pakistani army did terrible atrocities against the Bangladeshis. Pakistan ____ apologize for
this to Bangladesh.
(f) Pakistan always plays a role against Bangladesh. We cannot expect any co-operation from them ____
apology.
(g) The elements of anti-liberation forces came out of their cocoons ____ the father of the nation
Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman was killed.
(h) Some persons living in Bangladesh always try to make conspiracy against the country ____ Bangladesh
were not their own country.
(i) The authority of Dhaka University cut ties with Pakistan. ____ the government of Bangladesh takes
initiatives to cut of diplomatic relation with Pakistan?
(j) Teacher : Learners, ____ the national flower of Bangladesh ____ ?

‚‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‚… †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
․ ‪

†․‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ ․ … ․ ‫‫‫‬ ‪
‫‫‬ … … ‪

․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‥

‚ ‚ ․ ‪ †‛ ․ ‪ ‪ ․ ‚
” † ‚

․ ․ ‪ ․ ․ †‛ ’
‫‫‬ ․ ‛

․ ․‫․‫‬ ‚ ․‪ ․ ․ … ‚ ․
․

” ‚ ‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬

․‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․
‫‫‬
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(i ․ ․ ․ ․‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․
․ ․ ․‪ ․ ” …

․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) there → ‛ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) has to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (g) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what does…look like → ‫‫‬ ․‫‫‬ ‪

16. Complete the sentences with suitable words/phrases given in the box: ____
as if let alone what does .......... look like was born there
what's it like have to as soon as had better would rather
(a) In modem times, ____ has been a great change in the attitude of man regarding superstitious
belief.
(b) Our learners develop a very poor writing skill. They cannot write fairly well even in Bangla ____ in
English.
(c) ‖
village.
(d) I have never travelled by air. ____ flying in the sky?
(e) Riaz: ____ the frozen mountain peak_____?
Purnima: It looks like a white dome.
(f) Sheela is suffering from tooth-ache. She ____ see a dentist.
(g) Play is delayed due to rain. It will resume ____ the rain stops.
(h) Sohel is a very good natured boy. He ____ stay at home than mix with bad companies.
(i) Milton was a poet of versatile genius. He ____ in 1608 in England. He used to believe that one
should start a profession after taking necessary preparations.
(j) ‖
conclusion.

‚ ․ ․ ․ †․ ‪

‚ ‥ ‛ ‥ ’‫․ ‫‬ • ․ ‥
‛ ‫‫‬ ․

․‪ ‚ ‛’ ‚ ․ † ․
․‥

‚ ․‥ ․ ‚․ ” ’ ․
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‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ․ † †․ … ‫‫‬ ‥

…‪ ․ ‪ • ”

‥ ․ ‪ †

‥ ‪ ‥ ․ ‪ ․

‪ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‛
․ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‚… • ”

‚ ’ ․ ‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ‚ ‚ †‥ ‛ ‚
”

Answers with Explanation

 (a) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (c) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

17. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
there let alone it as if what ..... look like
have to as soon as was born had better would rather
(a) We ____ not go out today. A riot has broken out in our locality.
(b) ____ is a good idea to walk in the morning. One can take it as an important form of physical
exercise, because it refreshes both body and mind.
(c) Do you often ____ travel on business? You are always seen travelling abroad.
(d) Long ago, ____ lived a very pious man. His name was Hatem Tai and he was very kind hearted.
(e) ____ does a clown ____ ? You've seen a clown in the circus many a time.
(f) ____ I see my father coming my heart fills up with joy. I am very much fond of my father.
(g) I got a job at a bar. But I hate working at a bar. I ____ be a waiter than a barman.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam ____ in an impoverished family. He had to earn even when he was a small boy.
(i) The economical condition of Robi is very poor. He cannot afford one meal per day ____ square
meals.
(j) After the final match of the FIFA World Cup 2014, Messi looked ____ he were completely routed.
His cherished dream had been shattered.

‚ ‚‫‛ ‫‬ • ” ‚ † ․ †․ ‪ ‪
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․ †․ ’ † †․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ †․
․ † • ․ ‫‫‬ ‥

․ ․․ ‫‫‬ ‛ ․ ․ ․ ‥

‪ ‚… ‥ †․‫’ ‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ‛†
‪ ’

†․‫‫‬ ‫․‫‬ ‥ ․ ․ ‫․‫‬ ‥‪

‥ ‛ ‚ ‚ ․‚ ‥ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚ ․‥

‚ †․ ․ ‪ ․ ‚ ‥ ․‫․‫‬ ‧ ․ ‚ •
‪ ․

․‫‫ ‫‬ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †․ ‥ ‛‚ ․ ․
‥ ‪ ‪

‖ ’ ․’ ‥ ‛ †․ ‥ •․ ‥ ․

․ -† ‛ † ‥ ‪ ‫‫‬
‪ …‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) it → ․ ” ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) there → ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) what does…look like → ‫․‫‬ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (j) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

18. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
there what if have to no sooner had would rather
lest as if let alone what does look be born
like
(a) The students were loitering in the corridor. ____ they seen the teacher than they entered the
classroom.
(b) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He ____ in 1920 in Tungipara of
Gopalganj district.
(c) I can't stand Rubel. He always acts ____ he were smarter than everyone.
(d) The little girl was suddenly crossing the road. A bus was passing by. As it came near the girl, the
driver halted it. ____ he wouldn't have stopped the bus?
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(e) Shoma ____ live in a hostel than live in her relative's home. She feels free and comfortable in the
hostel.
(f) You started late. Now you are walking slowly. Walk fast ____ you should miss the bus.
(g) He is very poor. He can't afford to travel by an AC bus ____ an aeroplane.
(h) Daughter: Mom, ____ an albatross ____?
Mother: My dear, an albatross is a very large white bird that lives in the Pacific and Southern
Oceans.
(i) Long ago, ____ lived a mighty warrior named Kubla Khan. He was the grandson of Chenghis Khan.
(j) I ____ seek advice from a doctor. I have been suffering from fever for a long time.

․ ‪ ․․ ‥ ․ …

‥ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ … …

‫‫‬

‚ ․ ․ † ’ ․ ’

‪ ‪ †․ ‪ † ‥ ․‪․ ‪‚ ․

‚ ․ ․ ‪ ․ •
‚ ․’ ․

․ ‪ †‥ ‪ ․

‥ ‛… † ․ ․

†․ ’ ‥ ․ ’ †․ ‥ ‥ •
… ․

‪ ‚… ‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‛‥ ․ ‪ ‥

‚ • ” ‚ ‧ …‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) no sooner had → ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) lest → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (h) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
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 (i) there → Ad ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (j) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

19 Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
it is high time in case lest as though no sooner had
unless would you mind have to used to as long as
(a) There is foul smell in the room. ____ opening the windows?
(b) ‖
(c) We ____ educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(d) Nobody likes Karim at all. He talks ____ he knew everything.
(e) The poor will continue to suffer ____ they are illiterate.
(f) Nobody likes you here. ____ you left this place.
(g) He saw a bear coming towards him. So, he climbed up a tree ____ the bear might attack him.
(h) Everybody disliked Rakib. He ____ do many harmful activities.
(i) Time is very important in our life. You cannot prosper in life ____ you make proper use of time.
(j) The students were talking in the class. ____ the teacher entered the class than they stopped
talking.

‧ … ‪ ‫‫‬ ‥ ’

‚… ․ ‚ ‥ ․ ‛ ‚ †‥ ‛ ‚ ‥

‚ † ” ‫‫‬ ․ ․

․” ․ ․ ‪ ․ † ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬

․ ․ …․ ․

․” †‥ ․ ‪ ․ † ” †‛ …․

†․ ․․ ․‚ ‥ ‛ … ‪” ․ ․‚ ․

‛ ․ ․’ ‪ ․ ’ ․ ․ ․‫․‫‬

‚ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ․ ․ ‫‫‬

․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) would you mind → ’ ‫‫‬ • ‪

 (b) in case → ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) it is high time → †‥ ‛ ․‪ ․ ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) as though → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as long as → ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
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 (f) unless → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (g) lest → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) used to → ’ ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) unless → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) no sooner had → ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

20. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
as soon as what does ..... look what if what's it like it
like
had better was born let alone have to would rather
(a) Deforestation is a matter of great concern. We ____ take immediate steps against cutting down trees
at random.
(b) To tell a lie is a great sin. We ____ die than tell a lie. Otherwise none will believe us.
(c) Helmet should be used while driving a motorcycle. ____ you were driving your bike and met a serious
accident?
(d) ____ swimming in the sea? It seems to be very heroic to me.
(e) ____ mother heared the news, she cried loudly. She lost her child in a car accident.
(f) Rome was not built in a day. ____ took a long-time and hard labour to build this city.
(g) Rahman is a poor man. He cannot buy a shirt ____ a car.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He ____ in Churulia of West Bengal.
(i) Rina's dress looks very dirty. It is old enough. She ____ buy a new dress.
(j) Rana: Hi. Robi ____ a Pea-cock ____?
Robi : It's a very nice bird. It knows how to dance?

”‫․† ․ ‫‬ ‚ † ․ ’ • ”

†․ ‚ • ” ’ ․” ‚
․

‛․ ․ ” ‛․ … †․
‧ ․ •

․ ’ ․ † ‚ ․ ‪’

‥ ‛ ‥ ” ․ … †․ … ‧ ․
‪

†․ †‛ … ’ ․ † ․ …‪

†․‫‫‬ †․ ․ … ․

․‫‫ ‫‬ ‛ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

․‥ ‛ ‥ ‪ † ’ ․ †․ ․ ․ ”

‛ †․ ‥ ․ † †․ ‥ ‥ † ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation

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 (a) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) it → … ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (h) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪

21. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
there What does..... look As soon as was born let alone
like
would rather What's it like? it have to had better
(a) Time is very valuable. We___ utilize time properly.
(b) I___take a taxi than walk home. It is already too late.
(c) Long ago___lived a mighty king Kubla Khan. He built and amazing palace in deep dark forest.
(d) ___watching a horror film at midnight? You are really scared.
(e) It is winter. You___buy a coat.
(f) ___the balcony___? It looks very beautiful but it is really small.
(g) Bangladesh ___ as an Independent state on 16 December 1971 after nine months bloody war
against the occupation Pakistan Army.
(h) ___ was in China that the art of Bonsai originated perhaps more than 1000 years ago.
(i) I cannot ride a bicycle___ a motor cycle. I have no money to buy any of them.
(j) ___ the rain stopped, I started for home.

‥ ‛ ‚ ․ ․

‚ • ‪ ․ ‛ ’ ․ …‪

‪ ‚… ‥ †․ ‫․‫‬ ‛‥ ․ … ’ ․
†․ ․ ․ ‪

†․ ․ ‥ ’ ․ ‛ ‪

†‥ ․ †․ ․ ․ ”

․ ․ † ‥ ‥ ‪․ ‚ † ’ ․ ‪

‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †․ ‥ ․
‥ ‫‫’ ‫‬

‛ ” ‪ ‪ • ‚…
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‚ ‛․ ‛․ ․ ‚ † ․ ‛ ․ ‫‫‬
․ ‛

‚ ․ •

Answers with Explanation

 (a) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) there → ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) it → ‛ ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (j) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

22. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
it there has to what's... like had better
what does... look was born let alone would as soon as
like rather
(a) Rupa___take up the profession of teaching than be a nurse. She thinks teaching is a noble
profession.
(b) Edmund Burke was an orator, writer and shrewd politician. He___in 1729 in England.
(c) He cannot teach in a high school, ___ in a university.
(d) ___is difficult to regain lost health. So, we should always take care of our health. -
(e) ___flows a river beside our village. The river is useful to us in many ways.
(f)Sarika is an examinee. She ___study a lot to make a good result.
(g) ___ honesty___? I think it to be a noble virtue.
(h)Rita is ill. We___ go to see her. She will be happy to see us.
(i)The girls fell sick___ they had foods. The foods were contaminated.
(j) ___an elephant ___? I have never seen it before.

• ․ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ †․

† ․‪ †․‫‫‬ ‥․ † ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

‛

” ․

․ ․ ‛ ‚ ‚ ․

‚ †․ ‚ ’ ․ ․

․ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ’ ․ ․
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‥ ․ ‚ † ․ †․ ․

’ ‚ ‥․ • ” ․ ‥ ‥

’ ‥ ‛ ‥ ‥ ‥ ‪

†․ ‥ ․ ‚ ‚ … ․‥ ‥

Answers with Explanation

 (a) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (d) it → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) has to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) wh t’s…like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) as soon as → ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪

23. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
There let alone have to had better what does...
what's
it would rather as soon as was born look like like

(a) The tennis match restarted____ the rain had stopped.

(b) ____ In England, most school children____ wear a uniform. Is it the same in Bangladesh?
(c) In our country, rainy season is very different. During this season ____rains heavily without any
gap.
(d) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He____ in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional
Greek beliefs and so he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock.
(e) Long ago, ____lived a mighty warrior, Kublai Khan. He built an amazing palace in a deep dark
and mysterious forest.
(f) A warrior ____die than surrender to enemies. He loves his country more than his life.
(g) We ____ take an umbrella. It may rain today.
(h) ____ the weather____ today?
(i) Baby: Mom, ____ a ghost____?
(j) ____ has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.

‛ … ‛” • ․ †․‛ ‚‪

‚ ․ ‥ ‛‚ †‛
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†․‫‫‬ ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ …
․ ․ ‪ † ‛ ․ ․ ․ •

‪ ‚… ‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‛‥ ․ … ’ ․ †
†․ ․ ․ ‪

†․‫‫‬ ․ ‪‚ ․ ‪ ․ ․
‫‫‬ •

‚ †․ ‪ • ” ‚‫‫‬

‚‫‚ ․ ‫‬ • ․

†․ ‥ ․

’ ․ ‪ …‪ ‚ ․ ‥ ‛ ‚ ․ ‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) there → ‛ ’ ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) it → ‧ ‥ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

24. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
what does... look what it would rather what's it like had better
like
was born let alone as if as soon as have to
(a) Sumi talks too much. It is ___ she were a mad.
(b) Can anyone tell me____ an elephant ____? I have never seen an elephant.
(c) I am eagerly waiting for your reply. Please answer me ____you can.
(d)___swimming in a river? I am so excited.
(e) Helmet should be used while driving a motorbike._____
you were in a bike and met a serious accident?
(f)It is a secret matter. We___not discuss this in public.
(g) Socrates who was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock, ______in 469 BC.
(h) I___ take an auto bike than go to college on foot. The exam is about to start.
(i) Sometimes we____ accept something unwillingly for the sake of peace.
(j)I can hardly walk___run a race.

‥ ․ † …
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․” ‚ ․ †․ ‥ ․ ‚ ․‥ ‥

‚ ” ‫‫‬ ’ ‪ ․ ‚ ․ ” •

․ ’ ․ ‚ ‥ ‛” ‫‫‬

‛․ ․ ” ‛․
†․ ‧ ․ •

† †․ … ‚ † ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ”

․ ․ ․ • ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

‚ ’ ․ • ‪ ․ ‪

․‥ • ․‥ • ‚ ‫‫‬ ’ ‪․ ․‪ ․

‚ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (b) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) let alone → Phra ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪

25. Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
what does... look it what's ....it like as soon as was born
like
has to there would rather let alone had better
(a) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Tungipara of Gopalgonj district ___in 1920 in
(b) ___Professor Nathaniel Kleitman ___? Though he looks serious, he is an interesting
physiologist and sleep researcher.
(c) The train blew whistle___ the passengers heard the whistle,they got into it.
(d) ___is very hot today. Moreover, load-shedding is aggravating the situation.
(e) ___ mother's love___? It is incomparable.
(f) Ronny Heaslop's father is very sick. ___ seems to be no hope of recovery.
(g) The sky is getting dark. Nahian___ carry an umbrella.
(h) Tahmid was too tired to walk, ___ run.
(i) Ahsan___ walk home than take a rickshaw. The road is jam packed.
(j) There is a charitable dispensary in our locality. None___ pay for the service.
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‥ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ … … ‫‫‬

‛ ‥ ․ • … ‥ †․‫․‚ ‫‬
† ‧ … ․

‫‫‬ ”

‚‫… ․ ’ ‫‬ ‪ ․‚ •‥ ․ ‪

’ ․ †

‥ ’ † ‪ • ․ •‚ ‛

‚․ ’ ․ ‪ †․ ‪ • ”

’ ‪ ․

‚ ․ • ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․‚ ‪

‚ † ․ †․ ‪ ․” ‫‫‬ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) as soon as → ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) it → ‚ • ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) wh t’s it like → ’ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) it → ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (i) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) has to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

26. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
was born what's ... like it let alone there
would rather as soon as had better as if what if
(a)  your family ? Our family is not so big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a rainy day. You____not go to office today.
(c) I have a bad headache, I____go to doctor.
(d)  lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.
(e) My sister is acting____she were all in all. She always acts like this way.
(f) I'll call you____I arrive. Then we will go to market.
(g) Prabha can't afford to buy a cell phone,____a laptop. Actually she is very poor.
(h) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time.____is, of course, a good habit.
(i) Tajuddin Ahmed, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh____in 1925. He was a wise man.
(j) Rina:____we miss the bus? Mina: We will take a taxi then.
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․ ‚ † ․ ‪

‚‫‫‬ ‪ ’ • ”

‚ ‥ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ‪ • ”

‥ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‥ ‛ ‪

‚ † ’ ․ ‪ ․‪ ․ ‛† ‚ ․

‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬

‛ ․ ․ ‚ ‥ ‛…

․ ‫’ ․† ․ ‫‬ † ’ ‛ †․ ’

‫”‫‬ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

‚ ․ ‚ †․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) wh t’s… like → …․‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) had better → ․‫” ․‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) let alone → ․ ” ․ ‬ ‪
 (h) it → ’ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪

27. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
but for let alone adhere to when it comes to unless
as long as cannot but was born read between the as far as
lines
(a) The man is very weak. He cannot walk even a kilometer,____five kilometers.
(b) Tagore____with a silver spoon in his mouth.
(c) Rimi is a nice girl. But____cooking, she is hopeless.
(d) This car is absolutely fine____the engine is concerned.
(e) I'd like to wait here____the rain continues.
(f) They always____work but never does well because they have some limitations.
(g) It is six years since my father died. I____remember his love for me.
(h) If you , you could understand what he tried to say.
(i) You cannot go and pass your time there____you are a member of it.
(j)  your timely intervention, I would have been assaulted by them.
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․ ‥ ‛ †․ ․ • ․ ․

․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

‥ ․ †․

( †‛ … ․‚ ‪ ‛ ․

‚ †‥ ’ ․ ‛ ․

․‫’‫‬ ․ ․ ․‥ ․ ․ ․‪ ‚‪

‚ • ‪ ‪ …‪ ‚ ․

… ‬ ․ ‬ ․ ‪

‥ † ․ † •

․ ‚ ‚

Answers with Explanation

 (a) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪

 (b) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) when it comes to → Phras ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) as far as → ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) as long as → ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) adhere to → ’ ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) cannot but → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) read between the lines → … ‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) unless → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) but for → ․ † ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

28. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
with a view whether or even though definitely what if
nevertheless would you mind likely to anyway supposed to
(a) We didn't go away at the weekend because I had too much work.____the weather was awful, so
we didn't miss anything.
(b) We have given some very good reasons. I think he's____agree to our proposal.
(c) A : We must reach the party now.
B :____we don't get a rickshaw?
(d) Rajib had a good preparation for the examination but he did not perform well.____he got a
distinction in English.
(e) She , won't pass the exam. She hasn't done any work at all.
(f) We are____check in at 3 pm. What's the time now?
(g) I'm being disturbed in preparing a report. You keep making that stupid noise____I've asked you to stop
three times.
(h) It is 11:30. I'm going home____you like it____not.
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(i) We cannot ensure smooth development keeping the women inside home. Government provides
free education for girls____to educating them.
(j) A : We must finish the lesson today.
B :____bringing all the notes you've taken in the class?

‚ ‛ ‛ ․ ‚ ’ ․․‫ ‫‬‪ ‪ ‚ • •‥ ‥ ‪ ‛
‚ ․‪‛ ․

‚ ․‪ ‥ ․ ” ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ‚ ․

‚ ’ ‛ †‥ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‛

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‪ ․ ․ • ‛ ‫‫‬

․ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‪

․ †․ ‛ ․

‚ ․ ․-‛ ․ ․ ‪ †‥ ․

‚ †․ ․ ‪ •‚ ‪

†‥ ‚ ‪ † ‪ ․ ․

‚ ‧ ‚ ․ ‥” ․ ․ ‫‫‬
․ ‪ ․ ”

‚ ’ ‛ ‚‫․ ‫‬ ․ ․ • ‚ ?

Answers with Explanation

 (a) even though → ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) likely to → ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) what if → ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
 (d) nevertheless → Phra • ․‪ ’‫‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) supposed to → ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) supposed to → ․ ․ ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) anyway → ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) whether or not → ․ ․ ․ ‪
 (i) with a view to → ” ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) would you mind → ’ • ‫‫‬ ‪

29. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
let alone what if have to had better would rather
as if what does.... look like was born as soon as there
(a) Karan is usually a boy of gentle nature. But yesterday he behaved ____ he had lost his mind.
(b) ____ have been significant changes in the types of entertainment. People are looking for newer
forms nowadays.
(c) The weather is very hostile. So they ____ wait until rain stops.
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(d) The unnecessary expenses ____ be cut. Otherwise, our company will be at the risk of bankruptcy.
(e) ____ an elephant's trunk ____ ? It is a snake shaped organ doing the work of a nose and even a
hand.
(f) ____ he entered the castle, the door automatically closed behind.
(g) I met her a decade ago. I can hardly recall her name, ____ her address.
(h) It is the shortest way from my home to DRMC. I ____ not go another way.
(i) ____ the road ends over there? We have to walk the whole campus to find the exit.
(j) Barak Obama is the President of the USA. But his father ____ in Kenya.

․ ․ ‪ ․ … ․ † ‚ ․ ‪
‪

” ‥ … † ‪ †‥ ‥‫ ․‫‬‪

‚ • ‥ ․ ‛ ’ ․ ”

’ ‫‫‬ ․ ” ’ ‚ ․ ” • ‬․ ․

†․ ‥ ․ † †․ ’ ․• ․‫․‫‬

… ․ ‫‫‬ …

‚ ․ ‪ ‚… ‥‪ ‚ ․ ․ ․

† ‚ ․ ‚ ’ …

†‥ ․ ‚ ․ ‧ ․

․• ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (b) there → ” ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) have to → ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (e) what does…look like → ․‪ ․‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) let alone → ․ ” ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (h) would rather → ․ †․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) was born → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

30. Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box: ____
as if scarcely would rather have to as soon as
had better used to what if as long as no sooner
(a) The poor will continue to suffer ____as long as____ they are illiterate.
(b) I will call you ____as soon as____ I arrive. Then we will go to market together.
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(c) Rina: ____What if____ we miss the bus? Mina: We will take a taxi then.
(d) The Bangladeshi cricketers are doing well. They ____have to____ struggle more to win the World
Cup.
(e) I ____would rather____ walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(f) ____No sooner____ had I reached the station than the train left. So I missed the train and waited for
the next train.
(g) ____No sooner____ had she heard the news of her friend's accident than she rushed to the
hospital.
(h) Thomas Alva Edison was very inquisitive in his childhood. He ____used to____ do many harmful
activities out of his curiosity.
(i) He tells the matter ____as if____ he knew it. Actually, he is quite ignorant of it.
(j) Salam feels pain in his chest. He ____had better____ go back to the hospital next week for a
checkup.

․ ․ …․

‚ ․ ․ ‚ †․ ‫‫‬

‚ ․ ‚ †․

․ ․ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ •․ ․

‚ ” ‪ ․ †‛ ‥ ‛

‚ ‪ ‪ ‛‚ ․ †
‫‫‬ ’ ․

‧ ‥ ‪ …

‚ † ‥ ‛’ ‪ ’ ․ ․ ․‫․‫‬ ․
․

† ․․ † ‫‫‬

․ ’ ․ ‪ ․ ․‚

Answers with Explanation

 (a) as long as → ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

 (b) as soon as → ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (c) what if → ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) have to → ․ ‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (e) would rather → ․
†․ ‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (f) no sooner → ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (g) no sooner → Ph ‧ ‚ ․ ‧ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (h) used to → ’ ’ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (i) as if → † ․‪ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (j) had better → ” ․ ․ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
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Completing sentences with suitable phrase/clause

01. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) The poem is too difficult ________. But Mamun memorized the whole poem.
(b) We voted for him ________. He was elected as a chairman.
(c) The judge pronounced ________. A hue and cry was created in the court.
(d) Unless ________, I will go back home.
(e) Hazrat Omar (R) went out ________ an ordinary man. He was a good ruler.
(f) You have helped me in my danger. I assure you ________.
(g) Work hard lest ________.
(h) It is a very hard nut ________. We should try to solve it together.
(i) It is high time ________. Don't waste your time.
(j) No sooner had ________ than the thief ran away.

Answers:

(a) for me to memorize

․ † ․ ‚ † ‥ ․
†‥ … ․ ‪ ‬ ․‪ ․ ‥ ․
’

(b) because he was an honest man

‚ ‪ ․ †․‫‫‬ ‪
†․ ․ ․ ‫․ ‫‬ ” ‬

(c) that the murderer would be hanged till death

․ ‧ ․ ‪ ‥
"tha †․ ‧ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ‬
‪

(d) he comes
‚ ‚
†․ ․ ’ ’ ’ ․‪ ‧

(e) at night as
• †․‫‫‬
†․ ․ †
․ ․

(f) that I will always stand by you

‚ ․ ․ ‪ ‚ ․‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ․
†․ ‗ - ‘ ․ ‚ ‬
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(g) you should fail

․ ․ ․
†․ ․ ’ ․ ․ ”

(h) to crack
† †․ ․ ‚ †․ † ․ ․ ”
"a hard nut to crack †․ ‬ ․ ․ ․

(i) you studied seriously

†‥ ‛ ․
† ․ † ‫‫‬ ․‪ ․
‬

(j) the police arrived

‚ ‛
†‛ … ‬ ․‫․ ‥‫‬‪․ ‪
‧ …‪

02. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) My friend was staying in Chittagong. If he had invited me, ____________.

(b) Scarcely had I got into the train ____________.
(c) As it is raining ____________.
(d) I went to market so that ____________.
(e) It was long time since ____________.
(f) I wished ____________.
(g) Our principal has taken various steps ____________.
(h) We should give more importance on study in order that ____________.
(i) Though it was cloudy ____________.
(j) Avoid risky driving lest ____________.

Answers:

(a) I would have gone to visit Chittagong

‚ ․‚ ‫‫‬ ‚
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ‗
‘ express an unreal past condition.

(b) when it started to move

‚ • ‛ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘
actions in quick succession.

(c) you should not go out without an umbrella

‪ ‪ ‪ ‛ •
Explanation: ‗ ‘
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(d) I could buy some essentials

‚ ‫ … ‫‬‪ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(e) we had met last

‚ ‥ • ’ ․ ․ …‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ long interval since a past event.

(f) I had been a bird

‚ ‛ ‚ †․ ‥
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(g) to maintain the standard of education

‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(h) we can be successful in life

‚ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ • • ”
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ate purpose.

(i) it did not rain

• ‚․ ‧ ‪ •
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(j) you should have an accident

‬․ ‛ † ․ ‧ ‧
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ‖

03. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) The darkness of night prevails everywhere. I don't know whether ____________.
(b) Flood is a natural calamity. Neither the government ____________.
(c) Koli is an intelligent girl. We don't know why ____________.
(d) If winter comes ____________.
(e) Skiing is a popular sport at the time when ____________. Many people like it.
(f) Market is a place where ____________. We visit it every day.
(g) Load shedding hampers our normal life. ____________ the development of our country will be
seriously affected.
(h) People observe 21st February all over the world ____________.
(i) The Pakistani army was so cruel that ____________.
(j) Untie the knot and ____________.

Answers:
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(a) I can see anything clearly

’ ․ ‫ ․‫‬‪ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․‪ ‥ ․
Explanation: "Whether" is used to introduce an indirect question showing doubt or uncertainty.

(b) nor the people have been able to prevent it

†․ ․ ․ … ․ ‫† … ‫‬ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(c) she does not share her thoughts with anyone

․ †․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․”․
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(d) we must prepare ourselves for cold weather

‚ ‚ ‫‫‬
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ditional sentence — cause and effect.

(e) it is enjoyed by people of all ages

‛ †․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‥ † ” …․
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(f) people buy and sell various goods

‫‥ … ‫ ․† † ‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(g) as a result,
‚ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ”
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(h) to pay respect to the martyrs

․ ‫‫‬
Explanation: The infinitive phrase ‗ ‘

(i) they killed many innocent people

․ † ‛ ‪ ’ ․ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ — the cruelty led to killing.

(j) you will be able to tie it again

… ‥ † ‚ †
Explanation: A compound sentence with two sequential commands or instructions.

04. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Ruhi's father died of a heart attack while working in his office. Scarcely had she heard the news
____________.
(b) I hate dishonest people. So, I am with you till ____________.
(c) Adopting unfair means in any exam is a corruption. I had better fail ____________.
(d) Hazrat Khan Jahan Ali (R) was a great saint of Islam. He came to Bagerhat so that ____________.
(e) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time ____________.
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(f) I left my hometown Kushtia. Five years passed since ____________.

(g) He failed to make a good result. If he had been sincere to his studies, ____________.
(h) His laugh is harsh and mysterious. Actually, he laughs as though ____________.
(i) Playing in the sun may make you sick. Avoid playing in the sun lest ____________.
(j) Childhood ____________.

Answers:

(a) when I rushed to see him

‥ ‛‚ ․ ‥ … ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ — †․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‛’ ․ ‫( ‧ ‫‬past perfect + simple past).

(b) I see that you are not dishonest

‚ ‥ ’ ‚ ‚‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ․ ․‪ ‧

(c) than to adopt unfair means

‚ ․ ‛ ․ ’ ” ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ‬ †

(d) he could spread Islam widely

‛ ‫‫‬ … † ‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ” ‬

(e) we take steps to stop it

† ․ ‫‚ ‫‬ †‥ ‛ • ”
Explanation: ‗ ‘ •’ ‛․‫‫‬ ․ ”

(f) we last met

‚ ‥․ ‪ …‪
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ․ ‗ ‘

(g) he would have done better

‚ ․ ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘

(h) he were a madman

† †․‫‫‬ …
Explanation: ‗ ‘‗ ‘† ‬ ‗ ‘

(i) you fall sick

’ ‛ ‥ † •
Explanation: ‗ ‘ †․ ‬ — ‗ ‘

(j) was full of joy and fun

‪ ‚ • ‫‫‬
Explanation: † †․ …

5. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

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(a) You cannot buy a car unless ____________. It costs a lot.

(b) You are now sick. Call me in case ____________.
(c) He is so short that ____________.
(d) Since there are no more questions to discuss ____________.
(e) I worked hard although ____________.
(f) Hardly had we started to eat when ____________.
(g) We were unable to go by train because of ____________.
(h) I will give him the message as soon as ____________.
(i) When I was a child ____________.
(j) There are many helpless people. I wish ____________.

Answers:

(a) you have enough money

․ ․ … ․
Explanation: ‬ ’ †‥ † †․ ․ ‪

(b) you need help urgently

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ․
Explanation: ․ ‫‫‬

(c) he cannot reach the top shelf

† ‛‥ ” ․ ‪
Explanation: † †․ ‬ ’ ‧

(d) we can end the meeting now

‚ ‫․ ‚ ‫‬ ‛ ‚ †‥ ․
Explanation: ‬ ․

(e) I was not feeling well

‚ ․ ‪ •‚ ․ ‪
Explanation: "Alt ’ ․ ‥

(f) the lights went out

‚ ‥• ․ ‛ … ‪
Explanation: … †․ ․ ‫‫‬ • ․ ’ ․‫• ‫‬ ‬ (past
perfect +

(g) a strike on the railway

‧ ․ ‚
Explanation: ․ ․‪ ․ ․

(h) I see him

‚ ․ ‚ ․ ‥
Explanation: ‬ †․ ․ ‫‫‬ • ‚ ․ •
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(i) life was simple and joyful

‥ ‚ ‪ ‪ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‚ †‫‬
Explanation: ‬ †‥ †․ ’ ․ ․ ‪

(j) I could help them all

‚ ‛‚ ‛․ ․
Explanation: † †․ ’ ․ ․ ․ ․

6. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) The students were sympathetic and patriotic. That's why ____________.
(b) There were five boys. I took five books that ____________.
(c) When he came out, ____________. He was worthy of getting such greetings.
(d) Though the pen writes well, ____________. I can't afford to use it.
(e) The poem is too difficult for the students ____________. They couldn't but memorize it.
(f) If I had a camera, ____________. I like photography.
(g) He came to my room while ____________. He didn't wake me up.
(h) Rina waited until ____________. She went after getting it.
(i) He went to London so that ____________. He was devoted to study.
(j) He confessed that ____________. So, I forgave him.

Answers:

(a) they protested against injustice

‪ • ․‪ †‫‫‬ ’ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‬ — ․ ‛ † ‚ ․ ‪

(b) matched each of their interests

‪ ‪ ‚ † ‛ ‪ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‪ ‛ ․ ․ —

(c) everyone greeted him warmly

‥ ‥ ‛ ․‚ ․ ‪‫‫‬ ‪
Explanation: ‬ ‪ •’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬

(d) its price is too high

•․ ‥ † † ‚ † ․
Explanation: ‥

(e) they couldn’t underst nd it without help

․ ‪ ‫․‛ † ‫‬ ‪ ‪ ‬
Explanation: … ‬ †․ ’ ‫․ ‫‬

(f) I would take pictures of nature

‚ ․ ‪ †․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‪’ ․
’ ‫‫‬
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(g) I was sleeping

‥ ‚ ‧ † ‪ ‥ ‚ ‧ ‪
Explanation: ‬ †․‛ ‛ ․‫‫‬ ‪

(h) she got the letter

’ ․ ‪ ‪
Explanation: ‬ †․ ’ ․ ‪

(i) he could pursue higher education

… ‪ ”
Explanation: ‪” ․ ‫‫‬

(j) he had made a mistake

․ ․ ‪ †․ ․ ‪ ‛‚ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: ‪ … —

7. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Garment industry in Bangladesh is one of the major sources ____________. But this sector is afflicted
with many problems.
(b) Once Taimur attacked the province of a powerful prince. When the prince heard the news
____________.
(c) Mr. Karim is a hard working man. ____________ he cannot turn the wheels of his fortune.
(d) Success doesn't come to a man automatically. When a man works in a systematic way ____________.
(e) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays ____________.
(f) Motherland is like heaven. It is our sacred duty ____________ our motherland.
(g) Life should not be considered ____________. It is full of sorrows and sufferings.
(h) When you ____________ work, you will go home.
(i) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest ____________ arrested.
(j) He is an honest worker. Despite his honest work ____________.

Answers:

(a) of foreign currency earning

… ․ ’‫‫‬ ” †․ ․ †‛ ‥ ’ ․
‫‫‫‬
Explanation: ‗ ‘ † † ‪ … ‥ ․ ‪

(b) he became alarmed and got ready for war

†․ ‛ †․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ‪ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‥
‚
Explanation: ‬ ‪† -† ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‪

(c) he cannot change his fate

․ †․‫․ ‫‬ • … ․
Explanation: †‥ ‬ ․ •‗ ‘
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(d) he is more likely to succeed

‚ ‚ ‚ ․ ‥ ․” ․‫․‫‬ ‥ ‚
․
Explanation: • ‬ † -†
‬

(e) many girls are going to school

‚ ‫’ ․† ‫‬ ․ † †․ †‥ ’ ․
‪
Explanation: †‥ †․ ‛ ․‧ ‪

(f) to love and defend

… ‚ ‚ ․ † ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘— † ‥ ‪

(g) as a bed of roses

‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‥ ” † ‥† ․
Explanation: †‥ ․ • ” ‬ ‪

(h) you finish your

‥ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‥
Explanation: † ‪․
‬ ‪

(i) he should be
․ ‪ … ․ ․
Explanation: ․‪ ‧ ‛” †

(j) he is not properly evaluated

†․‫‫‬ ․ ․‫‫‬ • ․ ․
Explanation: ‗ ‘ ‗ ‘ ‪ ‥ — ․‫• ․‫‬

8. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Geometry is very much confusing to Zillur. He practices geometry a lot so that ____________.
(b) I could not recognize you at first. It was five years since we ____________.
(c) Sanjida was writing quite well in the exam when suddenly she ____________. As a result, she could not
finish the exam with satisfaction.
(d) Don't worry. I ____________ after I have finished my study.
(e) Fahen was really in a great danger. He came to you with a view to ____________ from you, but you
disappointed him.
(f) Sujon was very weak, but he had to carry a big box. The box was too heavy for ____________.
(g) The farmers of our country are very poor, but they can work hard. If the bank gives them loan on easy
term, they ____________.
(h) Load-shedding occurs because we cannot produce adequate electricity. It is high time we
____________.
(i) I requested him to join me in playing cricket. He joined me ____________.
(j) He tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would ____________.
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Answers:

(a) he can understand it better

‫•‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‫‛ ‥ ‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․ ․
Explanation: "So that" expresses purpose and indicates the result of practicing geometry.

(b) last met

‚ ․ † ‪ ‪‚ ‥․
Explanation: "Since" introduces the time when the last meeting occurred, and "last met" is the
appropriate verb form here.

(c) dropped her pen

• ‥ ‥‪ ․ ․ … ‪
‫․ ‫‬ ․
Explanation: "When" introduces an event that happened while she was writing, and "dropped her pen"
indicates the sudden interruption.

(d) will return

․ ‚ ‚ ․ ․ ‪ ‚
Explanation: "After" followed by a future action in the simple future tense "will return."

(e) getting help

‛‥ ‪ ․ ‪ † ‪ ․ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: "With a view to" expresses purpose or intention, and "getting help" is a suitable gerund
phrase to complete the sentence.

(f) him to carry

‫‥ ‫‬ ‪ ․ ․ †․ ․ ‪ ‫‥ ‫‬ ‪
Explanation: "Too" expresses excess, and "too heavy for him to carry" fits the structure.

(g) may prosper

‚ ․ ․ ‥ ․ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‟

Explanation: "If" introduces a condition, and "may prosper" indicates the potential result.

(h) we took action

‧ ․ ‚ ” ․ † ‛ ‚ ․
‫‫‬
Explanation: "It is high time" indicates that the action should have been taken in the past, and "we took
action" fits the tense and structure.

(i) when I asked him

‚ ․ ․ ‥ … ’ ․ ‪ ‚ … ‪
Explanation: "When" introduces the time when the action took place, and "when I asked him" is the
correct phrase to complete the sentence.

(j) have been very happy

․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ ‥ ‥
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Explanation: "Had" is used for past unreal condition, and "would have been" expresses the hypothetical
result in the past.

9. Complete the sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be punctual lest ____________.
(b) I've missed the 8 O'clock train. Do you know when ____________ ?
(c) The thief stole my watch and I saw it. As soon as I saw him ____________.
(d) Though he was late, ____________.
(e) As he is unwilling to work, he cannot get rid of poverty. He must work if ____________.
(f) I usually avoid ____________. It is boring to drive now.
(g) As it is a difficult task, ____________. He is very skilled in doing such work.
(h) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I ____________ . He must account for his absence.
(i) The film ended very fantastically. If you enjoyed the film, ____________.
(j) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that ____________.

Answers:

(a) you fail in the exam

‚ ․ ․ ․ ․
Explanation: "Lest" expresses prevention, so "lest you fail" is used to indicate the purpose of being
punctual.

(b) the next train will leave

‚ ․ ‪ ‫‥․ ‫‬
Explanation: "When" introduces the time question, and "the next train will leave" answers the question
with a future action.

(c) I ran to inform the police

‚ ‧ ․ ‪ † ‚ ‥‪ ‚ ․ ‥ ‚
․‫‫‬ ‪
Explanation: "As soon as" indicates an immediate action that follows the previous one.

(d) he was allowed to participate in the program

• ․ ‪ ‪
Explanation: "Though" shows contrast, and the sentence implies he was allowed despite being late.

(e) he wants to improve

․‫․‫‬ ‛ ‪․ ․ ․․‫․‫‬ ”
․
Explanation: "If" shows the condition necessary for change, and he must work if he wants to improve his
situation.

(f) driving now

‚ … † †‥ ․ ” ‪
Explanation: The gerund "driving" follows "avoid" as the object of the sentence.
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(g) it requires skill

† †․ ․ ․‫․ †‛ ‫‬ ‫‫‬
Explanation: "So" introduces the result of the difficulty, indicating that skill is required.

(h) speak with the workers

‥ ‛‚ ․ ‥ ‛ ‚ ․ ․
Explanation: "Whenever" shows frequency, indicating a routine action whenever the factory is visited.

(i) love it
‥ ‪ ” …․ ‪ †
Explanation: "If" expresses the result of enjoying the film, and the sentence indicates that enjoyment
leads to love for the film.

(j) we can succeed

‚ ’ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‚

Explanation: "So that" expresses the purpose, meaning hard work is necessary to overcome obstacles and
achieve success.

10. Complete the sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) ____________ I will not wait for you.

(b) The exam is very tough ‖
(c) We did not go to the picnic ____________.
(d) He helped the poor people ____________.
(e) I will not go to school ____________.
(f) You will fail the exam ____________.
(g) He tried his best ____________.
(h) I cannot attend the meeting ____________.
(i) He has been absent for three days ____________.
(j) ‖

Answers:

(a) ‖
․ ‚ ‫’ ‫‬ ․
Explanation: "If" introduces a condition, meaning that if the condition is not met, the consequence will
happen.

(b) So
‥ ․ ‛† ․ ․
Explanation: "So" shows the result of the condition, meaning the exam's difficulty leads to the challenge in
passing.

(c) Because of the heavy rain

• ․ ‚ ․ ․ ‛
Explanation: "Because of" gives the reason for not attending the picnic.
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(d) So that they could overcome their poverty

… ․ ‪ ․ ”
Explanation: "So that" introduces the purpose of helping the poor, which is to overcome their poverty.

(e) If it rains tomorrow

‚… ․ ‚
Explanation: "If" introduces a condition affecting the future event (not going to school if it rains).

(f) Unless you study hard

․ ․ ․
Explanation: "Unless" introduces a negative condition; failure will happen unless you study hard.

(g) So that he could solve the problem

․ ‪ ․
Explanation: "So that" introduces the purpose of trying his best.

(h) Because I have an urgent task to do

‚ … ․ ‚ †․ ‫‫‬ ․‫ ‚‫‬‪
Explanation: "Because" provides the reason for not attending the meeting.

(i) Since he was not feeling well

’ ‪ ’ ․ ‪
Explanation: "Since" introduces the reason for his absence.

(j) ‖
‚ ․ ’ … ․ ․ ‚ ․ ’ ․
Explanation: "As" introduces the reason for not making progress, which was due to not following the
instructions correctly.

11. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) 16th December is observed as Victory Day every year in Bangladesh. It is really a red-letter day in our
national history, because on this day ____________.
(b) A proverb goes that ____________. So we must try to lead an honest life.
(c) Courtesy means ____________. Courtesy costs nothing but brings a lot.
(d) Bangladesh is an agricultural country. As her economy depends on agriculture, ____________.
(e) Time is very important in our life. You cannot prosper in life unless ____________.
(f) Bangladesh is our motherland. It is a small but beautiful country. Though it is a small country, it is
____________.
(g) Early rising gives a man enough free time. Since I am an early riser ____________.
(h) You must have confidence in your ability. If you ____________ you will be successful.
(i) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest I ____________.
(j) His father has no ability to bear his son's educational expenses. So the son takes up a part-time job so
that ____________.

Answers:
(a) we achieved victory over the Pakistani occupation forces
‛ ‫‫‬ ‛ †․ ․ †‛ ‚ ․ ‥
” ‫ ․ ‫’ ‫‬‪
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Explanation: This clause explains why 16th December is observed as Victory Day in Bangladesh—because
of the victory over the Pakistani forces.

(b) honesty is the best policy

†․ ‚‪ ‛ ‛‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ”
Explanation: The proverb emphasizes the value of honesty as the best approach to life.

(c) showing politeness in behaviour and speech

‚ •․ ․ ․
Explanation: This defines what courtesy means—politeness in both actions and speech.

(d) we should give more importance to agriculture

†․ ․ ‛‚ ․ ․‚ • • ”
Explanation: Since Banglade ‖ z

(e) you make proper use of time

‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ․ ․ ‚
Explanation: This clause explains that prosperity in life is dependent on making the best use of time.

(f) rich in natural beauty and resources

‚ † ‪ • ․ ․ •
Explanation: Despite its small size, Bangladesh is described as rich in natural beauty and resources.

(g) I can finish my tasks in time

‚ †․‫‫‬ ” • ‚ ․‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: Being an early riser provides enough time to complete tasks on schedule.

(h) believe in yourself

‫” ‫‬ ‥ ‫” ‫‬ ‥
Explanation: This emphasizes self-confidence as key to success.

(i) should fail in the exam

‚ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‪ ․
Explanation: The clause shows the precautionary measure taken (studying hard) to avoid failure.

(j) he can continue his study

‪ ‥ ’ ‛ ‪ ‥ ․ ․ ․ ‪

Explanation: The clause explains why the son is working part-time—to continue his education despite
financial limitations.

12. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) Physical exercise keeps us healthy and strong. If you take regular physical exercises, ____________.
(b) They came to you with a view to ____________, but you scolded them without any reason.
(c) Please wait here until ____________. I have a serious matter to discuss with you.
(d) I was not hungry at all. If I had been hungry, ____________.
(e) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant ____________.
(f) There goes a proverb that ____________. So, we must make proper use of time.
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(g) We should drink pure water. Since the water of this bottle is not pure, ____________.
(h) The two brothers are not on good terms. Yesterday when we went to their house, ____________.
(i) Air is polluted in many ways. It is high time ____________.
(j) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that ____________.

Answers:
(a) you will remain fit and energetic
․ ․ • ․
Explanation: The clause explains the positive outcome (remaining fit and energetic) of regular physical
exercise.

(b) getting some help from you

․ ‪ ․‪ • ‚ † ‪ ․ ․ ․‪
Explanation: The phrase explains the purpose for which they came—to seek help from you.

(c) I return
‚ ‚ †‥ ’ ․ ‚ †․ ‚ ․

Explanation: "Until" introduces the condition that waiting will occur until the person returns.

(d) I would have eaten something

‚ • ‪ ‚ ․‪ ‥
Explanation: The conditional clause explains what would have happened if hunger had occurred.

(e) more and more trees

…‪‚ ’ ‫’ ‫‬ ‛‚ ‚ • ․ …‪ … ”
Explanation: This clause emphasizes the importance of planting more trees for survival.

(f) time and tide wait for none

†․ ‚‪ • ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ‛‚ ․ ․

Explanation: The proverb emphasizes that time does not wait for anyone, urging proper use of time.

(g) we should not drink it

‚ ․ ” †‛ ‛‚ † ․ ”

Explanation: The clause explains that impure water should not be consumed.

(h) they were quarrelling with each other

‛ ‛ ․ … ․ ‥ ‚ … ‪ ‥ † ․’
‬… ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause describes the situation that was happening when the brothers were quarrelling.

(i) we took steps to control it

’ ․ ‪ †‥ ‛ † •
Explanation: The clause shows the urgent need to take action against air pollution.
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(j) we could live in an independent country

‫‫‬ ” …․ ‪ ‚ †․ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose behind the sacrifices made by the martyrs in 1971.

13. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) The job market is getting bad to worse day by day. If you don't work hard in your student life,
____________.
(b) Trees are most important for our survival. They supply oxygen without which ____________.
(c) My HSC exam is knocking at the door. I have to study attentively so that ____________.
(d) I have lost my cell phone. Would you mind ____________ so that I can talk to my mother?
(e) Last week, my friend Hasan met with an accident. No sooner had I heard the news than ____________.
(f) Flower is a symbol of beauty, love and purity. There is hardly anyone who ____________.
(g) Walk fast lest ____________.
(h) Jui is studying medicine. She wants ____________.
(i) During the recent years, most teenagers have become Facebook freaks. They waste time for nothing.
They should know that ____________.
(j) He came to my room while ____________. He did not wake me up.

Answers:
(a) you will suffer in the long run
․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‪ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: This conditional clause expresses the consequence of not working hard in student life.

(b) we cannot live

…‪‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ’ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‚

Explanation: This clause explains the essential role of trees in providing oxygen for survival.

(c) I can do well in the exam

‚ †‛ † ‫․ ‫‬ ‪ ‚ ․ … ‚ ․

Explanation: The clause expresses the goal of studying attentively for a good performance in the exam.

(d) lending me your phone

‚ ‛ …‪ ‚ ․‚ ‛ †․ ‚ ‚ ․ ․

Explanation: The phrase "lending me your phone" shows the request to borrow the phone.

(e) I rushed to the hospital

… ‚ †․ ‧ ․ ‥ ‛‚ ‪ … ‪
Explanation: "No sooner had I heard the news" indicates immediate action taken after hearing the news.

(f) does not like flowers

• ․ † ․” ‛ ‪ ․
Explanation: The clause expresses the universal truth that most people like flowers.

(g) you should miss the train

․
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Explanation: The clause provides a warning with "lest," indicating the possibility of missing the train if one
‖

(h) to serve the poor

‫‛‫‬ ․ ‪ … ․
‖

(i) time is more valuable than anything

‚‫․ ’ ․‫‬ ․ ․‚ ‪ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ”
․‪
Explanation: The clause stresses the importance of time over other distractions.

(j) I was sleeping

‚ ‧ † ‥ ‚ ‧ ‪ ‚ ․‫…‫‬
Explanation: The clause describes the situation when the person entered the room while the speaker was
sleeping.

14. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses /phrases:

(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, ____________.
(b) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time ____________.
(c) English is an international language. I wish ____________.
(d) If I had much money, ____________.
(e) There goes a proverb that ____________. So, you have to make friendship with a gentleman.
(f) Hardly has he seen his friend ____________.
(g) It is a long time since we ____________.
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to ____________.
(i) I was too young to ____________.
(j) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he ____________.

Answers:
(a) you will be respected by all
‛ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ․ ․
Explanation: The conditional clause shows the outcome of maintaining honesty.

(b) we practised patriotism in real life

†․ †‥ ‛ ‚ …․
Explanation: The clause expresses the urgency of practicing patriotism.

(c) I could speak it fluently

‛ ‫․ ‫ ‚ ․† ‫‬ ‛‪․ ‚ †
Explanation: The clause expresses a wish about speaking English fluently.

(d) I would help the poor

‚ ’ ․ ․ ․ ‚ … ․
Explanation: This is a hypothetical condition in the past, expressing what would have been done with
more money.
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(e) a man is known by the company he keeps

†․ ‚‪ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ․

Explanation: The proverb emphasizes the importance of choosing good company.

(f) when he burst into tears

․ ‥ ‛ ․
Explanation: The clause shows what happened immediately after seeing his friend.

(g) we met each other

’ ․ … ‪‚ † ․’ ‥
Explanation: The clause indicates a long period of time since the last meeting.

(h) achieving our goal

‚ ․ ․‚ ’‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose of working hard.

(i) understand the matter

‚ † ‛ ‪ ‪ ‬
Explanation: The clause describes the speaker's inability to understand due to their young age.

(j) should fail in the exam

†․‫ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause uses a negative condition with "lest" to emphasize avoiding failure in exams.

15. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) We are closely related to our environment. We should keep the environment free from pollution so
that ____________.
(b) We must follow the rules of hygiene. Without following the rules of hygiene, we ____________.
(c) He was very hopeful about winning the game. He ____________ before he took part in the competition.
(d) He had a street accident and his mother injured herself falling on the stairs. To tell the truth
misfortune ____________.
(e) She has got GPA 4.50. If ____________ more seriously, she would have got GPA 5 in the exam.
(f) The boy was playing when ____________. He stopped his playing at once.
(g) I feel a very bad headache. If ____________, I would continue my classes.
(h) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless ____________.
(i) He runs very fast. Last year he ____________ that other competitors were left behind.
(j) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we take a balanced diet, it ____________.

Answers:
(a) we can live a healthy life
‚ ‚ ‧ ․ ‚ ‥ ‚
†․ ‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: The result of keeping the environment free from pollution is living a healthy life.

(b) cannot remain healthy

‚ ” ‚ ․
Explanation: Not following hygiene rules results in not being able to stay healthy.
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(c) practised a lot

‥ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛‚ ‪ … ’ • ‚ … ’ ․’
․ ‪
Explanation: He was hopeful because of his preparation, which involved a lot of practice.

(d) never comes alone

‧ ․ ‪ † ․ … ‚‧ ‪ …
†․ ‚
Explanation: Misfortune often comes with other problems, as shown by the additional accident involving
his mother.

(e) she had studied

‪ ‚ •
Explanation: The result of studying more seriously would have been a GPA of 5.

(f) he heard a loud scream

‪ ‥ ‪ ‥ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ․
Explanation: The boy stopped playing after hearing a loud scream.

(g) ‖
‚ ‥ ․ ‪ ‚ † ’
Explanation: The headache made it impossible for me to continue the class.

(h) we make the best use of it

‫‫‬ ’ ‚ ‚ † ․ ․
Explanation: Prosperity depends on making the best use of time.

(i) ran so fast

‥ … ‪ † ‪ ’ … ‪ ‪
Explanation: His speed was the reason other competitors were left behind.

(j) keeps us fit and healthy

‫․† ‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‥ ․ ‚ • ‥
Explanation: A balanced diet helps maintain fitness and health.

16. Complete the sentences using suitable words phrases/clauses:

(a) Last night, I did not have a sound steep. I feel sleepy ____________ TV.
(b) You cannot handle such a ____________ if you don't have prior experience in teaching.
(c) If the driver had been more careful, ____________ the fatal accident.
(d) We were supposed to start our journey the next day. But it was so hot that ____________.
(e) A village market is one of the many attractions of country life. It is a public place where
____________.
(f) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough ____________ ?
(g) Begging is not a profession. It is very disreputable. We must not ____________.
(h) Wherever he speaks in English ____________. But it is natural that we learn through mistakes.
(i) The station is not far away from here. It will take you five minutes ____________.
(j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit is easy to do but ____________.
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Answers:

(a) Last night, I did not have a sound sleep. I feel sleepy while watching TV.
… ‚ ‧ ‚ ‥ ‧ ‪
Explanation: The phrase "while watching" explains the simultaneous activity of feeling sleepy while
watching TV.

(b) You cannot handle such a task if you don't have prior experience in teaching.
‚ ․ ’ ․ ‚ † ․‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: "task" refers to a challenging or responsible activity, and the sentence emphasizes the
necessity of prior experience.

(c) If the driver had been more careful, he could have avoided the fatal accident.
․‚ • ․ ‧ ‧ †
Explanation: The clause shows the unreal past condition and its probable result.

(d) We were supposed to start our journey the next day. But it was so hot that we decided to postpone it.
‚ ․ ․ ‪ ․ † … ‪ ‚ … ․
Explanation: The phrase describes the effect of extreme heat, leading to the decision to postpone the
journey.

(e) A village market is one of the many attractions of country life. It is a public place where people gather
for buying and selling goods.
†․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †․ ‚․ † †․ ‥ ․
․ ‚
Explanation: The clause explains the primary function of a village market as a place for trading.

(f) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough to lift it?
‥ ․† ․
Explanation: The phrase "to lift it" refers to the ability to handle the box.

(g) Begging is not a profession. It is very disreputable. We must not encourage it.
†․ † ‥ ‛’ ․ ‚ † ” ․ ”
Explanation: The clause suggests not promoting begging as a profession.

(h) Wherever he speaks in English, people listen attentively. But it is natural that we learn through
mistakes.
‥ ‛ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥ … ․ † ․ ‚
‥
Explanation: The phrase shows that people listen carefully when he speaks in English, linking it to natural
learning through mistakes.

(i) The station is not far away from here. It will take you five minutes to reach there.
†‥ ․ ‥ ‪ ‚ ․ …
Explanation: The clause explains the time required to reach the station.
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(j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habits is easy to do but breaking them is very difficult.
† ‥” ‥ ’ … ․ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥ ․
Explanation: The clause highlights the difficulty of breaking bad habits after they are formed.

17. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) Rifat does not like ____________. He knows that rich food does not contain rich vitamins.
(b) As Shafi is devoted to studies, all his teachers love him. He hopes to ____________.
(c) ____________ is not good. We should give up it.
(d) ____________ gives no pleasure. It is always painstaking.
(e) There is nobody ____________. Hence happiness is a relative term.
(f) Birds ____________ in winter are called migratory birds. We should not kill them.
(g) People are carefull ____________ in Dhaka city. They don't waste their resource.
(h) Man is a social being. No man can do ____________.
(i) Robinson Crusoe was born in England. His father wanted him ____________.
(j) ____________ in Bangladesh are unemployed. Self employment is a possible solution to this
problem.

Answers:

(a) Rifat does not like eating rich food. He knows that rich food does not contain rich vitamins.
‥ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ † ‥ ․
Explanation: The phrase "eating rich food" refers to the act of consuming food with a lot of fat and sugar.

(b) As Shafi is devoted to studies, all his teachers love him. He hopes to become a doctor.
‥ ‛ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause expresses Shafi's future aspiration as a result of his dedication to studies.

(c) Smoking is not good. We should give up it.

․ ‚ † …․ ”
Explanation: "Smoking" is the subject in the sentence, emphasizing the bad habit to be given up.

(d) Working hard gives no pleasure. It is always painstaking.

․ ․ ‚ ‛ † ․ ․
Explanation: The phrase "working hard" expresses the difficulty in laborious tasks that do not offer
immediate rewards.

(e) There is nobody who does not want happiness. Hence happiness is a relative term.
․”‛ † ‥ ‛ ‥ †․ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause underlines that everyone desires happiness, making it a subjective and variable
concept.

(f) Birds that migrate in winter are called migratory birds. We should not kill them.
‥ ․ ’ ․ ‥ ‚ ․ ”
Explanation: The clause describes the characteristic of migratory birds and their protection.

(g) People are careful with their resources in Dhaka city. They don't waste them.
․ ’ ․
Explanation: The phrase explains the caution exercised regarding the management of resources.
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(h) Man is a social being. No man can do without others.

†․ ‫․‫‬ ․ †․ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes that humans cannot function effectively without social interaction.

(i) Robinson Crusoe was born in England. His father wanted him to become a merchant.
‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains the career his father hoped for him.

(j) Many people in Bangladesh are unemployed. Self-employment is a possible solution to this problem.
’ ․ ․ ‚ ․ †‛ †․
Explanation: The clause points out the unemployment issue in Bangladesh and suggests self-
employment as a solution.

18. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because ____________. It is our Mother Language Day.
(b) Once there was a farmer who had three sons. They were so lazy that ____________.
(c) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where ____________?
(d) It is high time you ____________. It is detrimental to health.
(e) English is an international language. If you want to go abroad for higher studies ____________.
(f) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies from flower to flower to ____________.
(g) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since ____________.
(h) We must grow the habit of getting up early in the morning. The sooner we get up ____________.
(i) There goes the proverb 'United we stand, divided we fall'. Unless we are united ____________.
(j) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to
____________.

Answers:

(a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because it reminds us of our sacrifice for the mother
tongue. It is our Mother Language Day.
‚ ‫‫‬ †․ ․ † ‚ ‫‚ ‫‬ …
․ † ‚
Explanation: The clause describes the significance of 21st February as a day to remember sacrifices for
the mother tongue.

(b) Once there was a farmer who had three sons. They were so lazy that they never helped their father
in the field.
†․‫ ․ ․ ‫‬‪ ‪ ‪ † ‛’ ‪ ․‥ ‛ ․
․
Explanation: The clause explains the laziness of the sons, leading to their failure to help their father.

(c) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where he lives?

‚ ‛ ‥․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause "where he lives" asks for the location of Raihan.

(d) It is high time you stopped smoking. It is detrimental to health.

† ’ ‫‫‬ ․ † ‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: The phrase "stopped smoking" emphasizes the importance of quitting smoking for health.
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(e) English is an international language. If you want to go abroad for higher studies, you must learn
English well.
‛ ‫․ ‫ ‚ ․† ‫‬ ” • ․ ‛ ‫‫‬
‥
Explanation: The clause describes the necessity of learning English for studying abroad.

(f) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies from flower to flower to collect nectar.
†․ † ․ ․
Explanation: ‖

(g) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since he moved to another country.
: ‚ ”‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ‪ …‪ ’ …‪
Explanation: The phrase indicates the time lapse since the friend's move to another country.

(h) We must grow the habit of getting up early in the morning. The sooner we get up, the more
productive we become.
‚ ․ • ’ … ” ‛ ”
Explanation: The clause expresses the relationship between getting up early and being productive.

(i) There goes the proverb 'United we stand, divided we fall'. Unless we are united, we cannot face any
challenge.
‪ †․ ‚ ‚‪ ‪ ‚ ‛ ‚ †․ ‛
‚ ․ ‥ ‥
Explanation: The clause highlights the necessity of unity for overcoming challenges.

(j) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to solving these
problems.
‚ ’ ․ ‫‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ․‛ † … † †‛ ‫‫․ ‫‬
․
Explanation: The clause expresses the purpose of coming forward to resolve national issues.

19. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) He studies medicine so that ____________
(b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we ____________
(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to ____________
(d) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for ____________
(e) I went to market yesterday. Had you requested me, I ____________
(f) Do not worry about me. I ____________ after I have finished my study.
(g) They are very hard working. If the bank gives them loan on easy terms, they ____________
(h) Unity is strength. United we stand, ____________
(i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we ____________
(j) Everybody will go to the graveyard after death. A graveyard is a place ____________

Answers:

(a) He studies medicine so that he can become a doctor.

Explanation: The clause indicates the purpose of studying medicine, which is to become a doctor.
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(b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we last met.
… ’ ‪ … ‪‚ † ․’ ․ ‥ ․ ‪
Explanation: The phrase "last met" reflects the passage of time since the previous meeting.

(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to asking for help.
… ‚ ‫‫‬ ․․ ‚ ․ ‪ • ‫ † ‫‬‪
Explanation: The clause explains the reason for the poor man coming to the speaker.

(d) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for me to lift.
‚ ․ †․ ‪ † ‪ ‚
Explanation: The clause "me to lift" describes the inability to lift the heavy box.

(e) I went to the market yesterday. Had you requested me, I would have bought some groceries.
‚ … ․ ‫ … ‫‬‪ ‚ ․ ‚ ․‪ ․ ‚
Explanation: The phrase describes a hypothetical scenario where the speaker would have bought
groceries if requested.

(f) Do not worry about me. I will call you when I finish my study.
‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ‥ ‚ ․ ‥ ․․ ․
Explanation: The clause indicates the action that will happen once the speaker finishes studying.

(g) They are very hard working. If the bank gives them a loan on easy terms, they will be able to expand
their business.
‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ‟ ․
Explanation: The clause describes a potential outcome based on the condition of receiving a loan.

(h) Unity is strength. United we stand, divided we fall.

†․ †․ ‚ ‚‪ ‪ ‪
Explanation: The phrase highlights the importance of unity, suggesting that division leads to failure.

(i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we were walking.
"‚ †․ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ †․ ‥‪
Explanation: The clause describes the simultaneous action of walking and seeing a snake.

(j) Everybody will go to the graveyard after death. A graveyard is a place where people are buried.
․ ․ †․ ․ ‛ ‥ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the function of a graveyard as a burial place.

20. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should ____________.
(b) English is an international language. ____________ you cannot get a good job.
(c) Corruption is an obscene to our national development. It is high time ____________.
(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish ____________.
(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But ____________.
(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should ____________.
(g) He confessed that ____________. So, I forgave him.
(h) The student could not memorise the poem. It was too difficult ____________.
(i) Since they had no more question to discuss, ____________.
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(j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays__________.

Answers:

(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant more trees.
…‪‚ ’ ‫’ ‫‬ ‛‚ ‚ •…‪ … ”
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the need for planting trees for a sustainable future.

(b) English is an international language. Without it, you cannot get a good job.
‛ ‫․ ‫ ‚ ․† ‫‬ † ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause highlights the importance of English for securing a good job.

(c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time we eradicated corruption.
‚ ‫‫‬ ” ․ ․ ‪ † †‥ ‛ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the urgent need to eliminate corruption for national progress.

(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish I could relive it.
‚ ‪ ‚ † ‥ ‚ ‛‚ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: The clause expresses a longing to relive the happiness of childhood.

(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But it also has its drawbacks.
‛ ‚ ․ †․ ‚ ․ † ․‪ ’ •‚ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains that despite being a technological marvel, mobile phones have negative
aspects.

(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should hire a manager.

‪ ‛ ․ †․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ …․ ”
Explanation: The clause suggests hiring a manager as a solution to his inability to run the business.

(g) He confessed that he had made a mistake. So, I forgave him.

․ ․ ‪ †․ ․ ‪ ‛‚ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause describes the confession and its outcome of forgiveness.

(h) The student could not memorize the poem. It was too difficult for him to memorize.
‪ ․ ․ † ‥ ‥ ‛․ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains why the student could not memorize the poem due to its difficulty.

(i) The internet is a powerful tool. It helps us gather information quickly.

‛ †․ ” ․ † ‚ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause describes the positive impact of the internet in acquiring knowledge.

(j) She is very rich. But she never shows off her wealth.
‥ ‛ ․‥ ․
Explanation: The clause highlights the humility of the rich person in not flaunting her wealth.
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21. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Though I trusted you with the money, ____________. I have no other alternative but to file a case
against you.
(b) I collected the newspaper in order that ____________. I needed a way to support my poor father.
(c) The old mother was shocked ____________. She was weeping bitterly.
(d) No sooner had he heard the news ____________. I could not even tell him the address.
(e) Those ____________ shall not suffer any way. Honesty is always the best policy.
(f) His silence proved that ____________. So, the verdict went against him.
(g) Those who live in glass houses ____________. Otherwise, they will meet their own misery.
(h) Only the wearer knows ____________. Therefore, we should not ignore when someone complains.
(i) Advice is often given but ____________. And this is why, the person who gives advice is found
making the same folly.
(j) A person is known by ____________. So we all have to be careful about the people we mix with.

Answers:

(a) Though I trusted you with the money, you cheated me.
•‚ ” ․ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause shows a contrast between trust and betrayal.

(b) I collected the newspaper in order that I could go through the job advertisement.
‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause shows the purpose of collecting the newspaper (to read the job ad).

(c) The old mother was shocked when she heard the news.
‥ … ‪
Explanation: The clause explains the reason for the mother's shock.

(d) No sooner had he heard the news than he left home.

‥ ‛ ‪ … ‪
Explanation: This is an example of a "no sooner... than" structure showing immediate action after hearing
the news.

(e) Those who are honest shall not suffer any way.
․ ․
Explanation: The clause identifies those who will be free from suffering, i.e., honest people.

(f) His silence proved that he was guilty.

․ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains the implication of his silence.

(g) Those who live in glass houses should not throw stones.
․ ․ ․ ”
Explanation: The clause gives advice about avoiding actions that could hurt oneself.

(h) Only the wearer knows where the shoe pinches.

․ ‫․ ‫ ‫‬ ‪
Explanation: This is a proverb meaning only the person experiencing something understands its difficulty.
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(i) Advice is often given but seldom followed.

’ ․ ․ ’ ․
Explanation: The clause indicates the gap between giving advice and following it.

(j) A person is known by the company he keeps.

†․‫‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes that a person's character is judged by the people they associate with.

22. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that ____________.
(b) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that ____________.
(c) When I got down from the train, I saw my friend, Ripon. It was long since ____________.
(d) Five years have passed since ____________. I still miss him very much.
(e) I did not know anything of the matter. ____________, I would have told him about it.
(f) The poem was too difficult ____________. The teacher told us to listen to him very carefully.
(g) Some students adpot unfair means in the examinations. It is high time ____________.
(h) If I had a camera, ____________. I like photography very much.
(i) Don't worry. I will join you after I ____________. Then we will play together.
(j) You take so much food at dinner. You will suffer unless ____________.

Answers:

(a) We must work hard so that we can attain our success.

‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‚ ’‫․ ‫‬
Explanation: The clause shows the purpose of working hard, which is to achieve success.

(b) Would that I could be a child again.

‛ ‪ ․ ‚ ‚ †․
Explanation: The clause expresses a longing for the past (a wish).

(c) It was long since we had met each other.

‚ † ․’ ․ ․‥ ‥ ‪ ’ ․ ‚…
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the time gap since they last met.

(d) Five years have passed since he left the village.

‪ …‪ ‥ ‪ ‪
Explanation: The clause shows the time passed since a specific event.

(e) If I had known, I would have told him about it.

‚ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․† ․
Explanation: This is a conditional sentence showing a hypothetical situation in the past.

(f) The poem was too difficult for us to understand.

․ ‚ ‬ ‥ ‛․ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains the difficulty they faced in understanding the poem.

(g) It is high time they gave up this tendency.

† ‥ ‛ † ‪ †‛ …․
Explanation: The clause suggests that it's the right time to stop a certain habit.
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(h) If I had a camera, I would take some photographs.

‚ ․ ‪ †․ ․ ․ ‚ ․‪ ‪
Explanation: This is a hypothetical conditional sentence indicating an unreal situation.

(i) I will join you after I will have completed my work.

‚ … ‚ ․‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: The clause shows the condition upon which the speaker will join.

(j) You will suffer unless you change your habit.

․ ’ ․
Explanation: The clause shows a condition under which suffering will occur.

23. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) It is mobile phone that has ____________. It is a great invention of science.
(b) Don't tell a lie. There is nobody who ____________.
(c) Five years have passed since ____________. I miss him very much.
(d) There goes a proverb, "Grasp all, ____________". If you want to get everything at a time, you may
end up losing everything.
(e) Though it rained yesterday, ____________. I had an urgent task.
(f) I was too weak ____________. I had been ill for seven days.
(g) You must have confidence in your ability. If you ____________, you will be successful.
(h) She is not the captain of the class, but she behaves as if ____________.
(i) Traffic jam occurs because we do not have enough public transports. It is high time ____________.
(j) He was really in a great danger. He came here with a view to ____________ from you, but you
disappointed him.

Answers:

(a) It is mobile phone that has added a new dimension to our communication system.
† ‛ ‚ … … †․ …․ ‪
Explanation: The clause highlights the importance of mobile phones in communication.

(b) There is nobody who trusts a liar.

․ ‛ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes that liars are not trusted by anyone.

(c) Five years have passed since I met him last.

‪ …‪ ‥ ‚ ․ ‥․ ‪
Explanation: The clause shows the time passed since the last meeting.

(d) There goes a proverb, "Grasp all, lose all."

†․ ‚‪ ․‪ ․‪ •
Explanation: The clause references a proverb meaning you can't have everything at once without losing
something.

(e) Though it rained yesterday, I had to go out.

•… ․ ‪ •‚ ․ ‛ ‪
Explanation: The clause shows that despite the rain, the action of going out was necessary.
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(f) I was too weak to walk.

‚ ‥ ‛ ‪
Explanation: ‖

(g) If you are confident, you will be successful.

‚ •
Explanation: This is a conditional sentence showing the cause and effect of confidence leading to success.

(h) She is not the captain of the class, but she behaves as if she were the captain.
․ ․ † ‚ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause uses the subjunctive mood to show an unreal situation.

(i) It is high time we increased public transports.

† † ‪ ‚ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause indicates that it is the right time for action.

(j) He came here with a view to getting help from you, but you disappointed him.
†‥ ․ • ‫ † ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause shows the purpose of his visit.

24. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/ phrases:

(a) Time flies very fast. Five years passed since ____________.
(b) The man was very weak, but he had to carry a big box. The box was too heavy for ____________.
(c) Scarcely had he reached the station ____________.
(d) I was very busy with my exam. If I ____________, I would have joined your birthday celebration.
(e) He was surely out of his mind. He ____________ as if he had been the president of the function.
(f) There goes the proverb, "United we stand, divided we fall." It is high time we ____________.
(g) Playing in the sun may make you sick. Avoid playing in the sun lest you ____________.
(h) Overburden of responsibility never brings happiness. So people say, "Uneasy lies the head
____________."
(i) He is supposed to join the bridal party. So we are looking forward to receiving him. Eventually he
____________ before we started for the programme.
(j) Yesterday, I was in great danger. Then I felt like ____________.

Answers:

(a) Five years passed since I had left my village.

‪ …‪ ‥ ‚ ‚ ‪ † ‪
Explanation: The clause shows the time elapsed since leaving the village.

(b) The box was too heavy for him to lift/carry.

† ‪ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the difficulty in lifting the heavy box.

(c) Scarcely had he reached the station when the train left.
‪ ‛ …
Explanation: This is an example of the "scarcely... when" structure showing something happening
immediately after another event.
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(d) If I had been free, I would have joined your birthday celebration.
‚ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ” …
Explanation: The clause expresses a hypothetical past situation.

(e) He spoke as if he had been the president of the function.

† ․ ‪ ’ ‪
Explanation: The clause uses the past perfect subjunctive to describe an unreal situation.

(f) It is high time we became united.

† † ‪ ‚ †․
Explanation: The clause indicates a strong necessity for unity.

(g) Avoid playing in the sun lest you should be sick.

‥ † ’ •
Explanation: The clause shows a precaution to avoid illness.

(h) "Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown."

․ ․ ․‥ ‛ ․
Explanation: The clause references a proverb meaning those in power face great responsibility.

(i) Eventually, he had joined us before we started for the programme.

’ ‚ … ‪ ‚ ‫‫‬ • • ‚…
Explanation: The clause shows that the person joined before the group left.

(j) Then I felt like a fish out of water.

‥ ‚ ‫’․ ‫‬ ’ ․
Explanation: The clause uses a metaphor to express discomfort or unease.

25. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Have you ever been to the Cox's Bazar sea-beach? That is the ____________.
(b) ____________ goes the saying. So, we must stick to honesty at any cost.
(c) Man cannot live alone. He lives with others in society. These other people are ____________.
(d) You are always late in the class. You have to be punctual lest you should miss the ____________.
(e) Exercise is very essential for health. If you take regular exercise ____________.
(f) The 16th December is a red letter day in the history of Bangladesh. On this day, we ____________.
(g) Munia is very serious about her studies. She wants to be a doctor so that ____________
(h) Cricket is getting popular very rapidly. One day, Bangladesh Tigers can become the number one
team in ODIs provided ____________.
(i) I have a dream to fly in the sky. Had I ____________.
(j) The terrified rabbit shouted, 'O eagle, don't kill me'. The voice helped the eagle spot the rabbit
easily and so she flew down and ____________ up in her talons.

Answers:

(a) Have you ever been to the Cox's Bazar sea-beach? That is the longest sea-beach in the world.
‚ ․ ․‥ • ․ ‫‫‬ ․ … ‪ † ‧ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the exceptional feature of Cox's Bazar being the longest sea-beach.
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(b) "Honesty is the best policy," goes the saying.

†․ ‚‪
Explanation: The clause refers to a well-known proverb that encourages being truthful at all costs.

(c) Man cannot live alone. He lives with others in society. These other people are his neighbours.
†․ ․ ‫’‫‬ ․ †‛ ’
Explanation: The clause identifies the people around him as his neighbors, highlighting the social nature
of humans.

(d) You are always late in the class. You have to be punctual lest you should miss the first class.
․ ․ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause serves as a warning about the consequences of being late — missing the first
class.

(e) Exercise is very essential for health. If you take regular exercise you will stay fit.
‫’ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the benefit of regular exercise, which is maintaining good health.

(f) The 16th December is a red-letter day in the history of Bangladesh. On this day, we became
independent.
‛ ‛ †․ †‛ ‚ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause highlights the historical importance of the 16th of December as the day
Bangladesh became independent.

(g) Munia is very serious about her studies. She wants to be a doctor so that she can serve humanity.
‥ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ․
Explanation: The clause explains Munia's purpose of becoming a doctor — to serve humanity.

(h) Cricket is getting popular very rapidly. One day, Bangladesh Tigers can become the number one team
in ODIs provided they continue to improve their performance.
․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ” ‪ †․ ‛… • ‚‛-
” ․ ․
Explanation: The clause presents a condition for Bangladesh Tigers to reach the top, emphasizing the
need for continuous improvement.

(i) I have a dream to fly in the sky. Had I wings, I would soar through the clouds.
‚ ‚․ ” • ‚‪ ‚ ․ ‚ ‧ ”
Explanation: The clause presents a hypothetical scenario where the speaker dreams of flying if they had
wings.

(j) The terrified rabbit shouted, 'O eagle, don't kill me'. The voice helped the eagle spot the rabbit easily
and so she flew down and picked it up in her talons.
‥ … ․ ․ • “… ‚ ․ “… ․ ‥ …
‫‛‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ‛ † ․ ․
Explanation: The clause describes the result of the rabbit's shout, which helped the eagle identify and
capture it.
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26. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, ______.
(b) English is an International language. I wish______.
(c) It is a long time since______.
(d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don't like people who______.
(e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than______.
(f) The old man is very weak. He is walking slowly______.
(g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without knowing
the meaning, ______.
(h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time______.
(i) Had I earned enough money______.
(j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So I have to go to station with a view to______.

Answers:

(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, you will be respected by all.
‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause shows the result of maintaining honesty — gaining respect.

(b) English is an International language. I wish I could have a good command of English.
‛ ‫․ ‫ ‚ ․† ‫‬ ‚ ‚ ․ ‚ ‛ ‫‫‬ ’‫․ ‫‬
Explanation: The clause expresses a wish about having a better command of English.

(c) It is a long time since I met you last.

† ’ ․ …‪ ‚ ․ ‥‪
Explanation: The clause refers to the time that has passed since the last meeting.

(d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don't like people who are not sincere in their work.
․‫․‫‬ ‥ ․ ‚ † ‪ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
‚ ․
Explanation: The clause defines the quality that the speaker does not like in people — a lack of sincerity.

(e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than he picked it up and
started eating.
․ ‥ ‥ ‪ ․ ․ ‪ ‥ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause describes the immediate action the beggar took after getting the food.

(f) The old man is very weak. He is walking slowly lest he should fall down.
․ ‥ ‚ ‚ ‪
Explanation: The clause expresses the reason for walking slowly — to avoid falling.

(g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without knowing the
meaning, he cannot develop his knowledge.
†․‫ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ” ’ ․ ” ‬” ․
” ․
Explanation: The clause explains the consequence of memorizing without understanding — not being
able to develop knowledge.
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(h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time we took steps to
eradicate corruption from our country.
‚ ” ․ † †‥ ‚ ‚ ․
․ ‫‫‬
Explanation: The clause suggests the necessary action — taking steps to eliminate corruption.

(i) Had I earned enough money, I could have worked for the poor.
‚ ․” ‫․ ‫‬ ‚ … ‫․‫․ ‫‬
Explanation: The clause presents a hypothetical situation — working for the poor, if enough money had
been earned.

(j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So I have to go to the station with a view to receiving
him.
‚ ‛ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‛‚ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose of going to the station — to receive the brother.

27. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that ______.
(b) It's too late. ______, we would not have missed the train.
(c) The poem is too difficult for______.
(d) Danger comes where______. So, we have to be careful in our life.
(e) She spoke as if______. She was actually a quack.
(f) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest______ arrested.
(g) Despite______, he helps his relatives.
(h) He took Logic _______ History. History seems to be difficult to him.
(i) If I had been hungry,____________. But I am not hungry at all.
(j) Corruption is a curse. It is high time the government ______.

Answers:

(a) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that we might live in an independent
country.
‫‫‬ ” …․ ‪ † ․ ‪ ‚
․
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose of the martyrs' sacrifice — for the people to live in an
independent country.

(b) It's too late. If we had reached the station on time, we would not have missed the train.
† ’ ․ …‪ ‚ ‪ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause presents a hypothetical situation of what would have happened if they had
reached on time.

(c) The poem is too difficult for me to learn by heart.

․ † ․ † ‚ ‥ ․
Explanation: The clause describes the difficulty in memorizing the poem.
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(d) Danger comes where it is feared. So, we have to be careful in our life.
‚ ‥ • ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause presents the cause of danger — fear.

(e) She spoke as if she had been an MBBS doctor. She was actually a quack.
: † ․ ‪ †․‫† ‫‬ † ‪ ‚ †․‫‫‬ ‪
Explanation: The clause illustrates the pretense of the woman who spoke as though she had medical
qualifications.

(f) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest he should be arrested.
‪ …
Explanation: The clause explains the reason for the thief's action — to avoid arrest.

(g) Despite being poor, he helps his relatives.

• • ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause expresses the contrast between being poor and helping others.

(h) He took Logic in lieu of History. History seems to be difficult to him.

‛ ‫․‫‬ ‪ ‛ ․․
Explanation: The clause indicates the subject the person chose instead of History.

(i) If I had been hungry, I would have taken food. But I am not hungry at all.
‚ ‥ ․ ‚ †․ ‛
Explanation: The clause presents a hypothetical condition that did not occur — being hungry and taking
food.

(j) Corruption is a curse. It is high time the government took drastic action against it.
†․ ’ † †‥ ․ † ․
Explanation: The clause suggests the urgent need for government action against corruption.

28. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) There is a wise saying that united we stand, ______. So, we must be united to reach our expected
goal. (b) Industry is the key to success. We work hard so that ______ (c) My younger brother is very
fond of me. Whenever I go out, ______ . (d) Bangladesh is my motherland. It is blessed with rivers.
Inspite of that, we do not get water during dry season because ______ .(e) If we lose the morning
hours of life, ______ . (f) I can't recall his name. It is long since ______ .(g) The poem is too difficult- .The
teacher told us to listen to him very carefully. (h) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would
that ______ .(i) We met the strange person while ______ . (j) Would you mind? I am very thirsty.

Answers:

(a) There is a wise saying that united we stand, divided we fall. So, we must be united to reach our
expected goal.
†․ ‚ ‪ †․ ‚ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‛ ‛ ‚ †․ ‚
‚ ’‫․ ‫‬
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the importance of unity for success.
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(b) Industry is the key to success. We work hard so that we can prosper in life.
․ ‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬
Explanation: The clause presents the goal of hard work — prosperity.

(c) My younger brother is very fond of me. Whenever I go out, he wants to go with me.
‚ ‪ ‛‚ ․‥ ‚ ‥ ‛ ‛ ‛ ‚
Explanation: The clause explains the younger brother's wish to accompany the speaker.

(d) Bangladesh is my motherland. It is blessed with rivers. In spite of that, we do not get water during the
dry season because of drought.
‚ † ‚ • ‚ ․ ‛ ․ ‥
Explanation: The clause explains the reason for the lack of water during dry seasons.

(e) If we lose the morning hours of life, we will lag behind.

‚ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‪
Explanation: The clause stresses the importance of utilizing the morning hours.

(f) I can't recall his name. It is long since I met him last.
‚ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․‥ ‥‪ ’ ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause refers to the time since the last meeting.

(g) The poem is too difficult to memorize. The teacher told us to listen to him very carefully.
․ ‥ ․ † ‥ ․‚ ․‥ … ․ ‪
Explanation: The clause explains the difficulty in memorizing the poem.

(h) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that I could be a child again.
‚ ‪ ‚ † ‥ ‚ ‚ †․
Explanation: The clause expresses a wish to return to childhood.

(i) We met the strange person while we were walking.

‚ ’ ․ ‥‪ ‥ ‚ ‪
Explanation: The clause describes the situation when the person was met.

(j) Would you mind giving me a glass of water? I am very thirsty.

‚ ․ ‚ ․ †․ ‚ ‥
Explanation: The clause is a polite request for water.

29. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So,_______.
(b) The rats are now thinking who will tie the bell on cat?
Finally they realize it is easy to say______.
(c) Wait until______. You should not go out alone.
(d) Love is divine. You can't find others to love you unless______.
(e) Punctuality is a great virtue. So try______.
(f) The patient was so serious and we were looking for a doctor. Alas! The patient had died
before______.
(g) Sharing is. So______. teach your children how to share.
(i) Everybody must be conscious of health because______.
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(j) The train will start at 10 am. Now it is 09:55 am. So, walk fast lest______.
Corruption is a hindrance to national development. It is high time______.

Answers:

(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we must plant more trees.
…‪‚ ’ ‫’ ‫‬ ‛ ‚ ‚ •…‪ ․ ”
Explanation: The clause suggests the necessary action for the importance of trees.

(b) The rats are now thinking who will tie the bell on the cat? Finally, they realize it is easy to say but
difficult to do.
‛ †‥ ‪ ․ … ‧ ’ ” ․ † ‫․ ․‫‬
․
Explanation: The clause contrasts the ease of saying something and the difficulty in execution.

(c) Wait until I come back. You should not go out alone.
’ ․ ‚ ‚ †․ ‛ • ”
Explanation: The clause specifies the time to wait before going outside.

(d) Love is divine. You can't find others to love you unless you love them first.
’
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the importance of reciprocation in love.

(e) Punctuality is a great virtue. So try to be punctual.

․ †․ ‛ ․ ․
Explanation: The clause gives the action to adopt for punctuality.

(f) The patient was so serious and we were looking for a doctor. Alas! The patient had died before we
could find one.
…† ‪ † ‚ ‥‫ ‫‬‪ ‥ … … ‪ † ‚ …‛ ‚ †․‫‫‬

Explanation: The clause describes the situation before the patient passed away.

(g) Sharing is a great virtue. So teach your children how to share.

… … †․ ‛‚ … …․ ‥
Explanation: The clause gives a piece of advice about teaching sharing.

(i) Everybody must be conscious of health because health is wealth.

‛․ ․ • ” ․ ‛
Explanation: The clause explains the value of health.

(j) The train will start at 10 am. Now it is 09:55 am. So, walk fast lest you should miss the train.
‪ †‥ ‫‛ ‫‬ ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause advises quick action to avoid missing the train.

30. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:

(a) I miss my maternal grandmother a lot. 15 years have passed I since______.
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(b) Zillur and Ashraf were lucky. No sooner had they ______.
(c) In our country, there are many people______. Poverty is a curse for any society.
(d) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time______.
(e) Study sincerely lest______.
(f)Nurjahan studies medicine so that______.
(g) Once there was an old man who had three sons. They were so lazy that______.
(h) Rezwan tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would______.
(i) The man______ can maintain a sound health.
(j) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to______.

Answers:

(a) I miss my maternal grandmother a lot. 15 years have passed since I last met her.
‚ ‚ ․’ ․ ․ ‪ ‪‚ ․ ‥‪
Explanation: The clause indicates the time since the last meeting.

(b) Zillur and Ashraf were lucky. No sooner had they reached the station than the train arrived.
‫‚ † ‫‬ … ‪ ‪ ‛ ‚
Explanation: The clause presents the immediate result after reaching the station.

(c) In our country, there are many people who live in poverty. Poverty is a curse for any society.
‚ ’ ․ ‚‪ ․ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬
’
Explanation: The clause explains the reality of poverty in the country.

(d) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time we took action against it.
‚ ‫‫‬ ” †․ ․ † †‥ ‥ ‚ †

Explanation: The clause urges immediate action against corruption.

(e) Study sincerely lest you should fail.

․ ․
Explanation: The clause expresses a warning to avoid failure.

(f) Nurjahan studies medicine so that she can become a doctor.

‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ "
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose of studying medicine.

(g) Once there was an old man who had three sons. They were so lazy that they never helped him.
†․ †․ ‪ ‪ ‪ † ’ ‪ ․‥ ․
․
Explanation: The clause explains the laziness of the sons.

(h) Rezwan tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would have been
successful in life.
‫•‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬

Explanation: The clause presents a hypothetical situation.

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(i) The man who exercises regularly can maintain sound health.
․ ․
Explanation: The clause emphasizes the role of exercise in maintaining health.

(j) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving the sick and wounded.
‛ †․‫‫‬ ‪ ’ † ‚ ․
Explanation: The clause explains the purpose of Florence Nightingale's career choice.

Right Form of Verbs

01. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Hamlet was the prince of Denmark. He was brave and a noble young man who was interested in games
and sports. But suddenly he (a) ___ (change) totally. The change happened because of a great sorrow that
(b) ___ (fall) upon him. In a mysterious way his father, old king Hamlet (c) ___ (die). Hamlet's best friend
Horatio one day (d) ___ (come) to him with a strange story. The soldiers on guard on the castle (e) ___
(see) the ghost of the old king. At midnight it (f) ___ (appear) in the armour of the king. Hamlet (g) ___
(not rest) till he saw the ghost himself and (h) ___ (speak) to it. He thought that the ghost (i) ___ (have)
some message for him. He felt perhaps it (j) ___ (tell) him the truth about his father's death.

․ ‫‫‬ ‪ † †․‫‫‬ ‪ … • ‥ ‚ ‪ ․
†‛ ‧ ‪ †․ … ․ ․
” ‪ ‫․ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ †․ ‧
• ․ ‪ †․ ’ … ‚ … ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․
‥‪ † ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
․ ‫‫‬ ‥† ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚‪ ’
․ ․ ‧
Answers with Explanation:
–† ’ ․ ‬ ․ ‧ ‚ …‛ ‧ … ‪
(b) fell – ‗ ‘ † ’ ‗ ‘ ‧
– ‧ ‪ ‛‗ ‘† ‗ ‘ ‪
–† ’ ‧ ‛‗ ‘† ‗ ‘ ‪
– ‥‪ † ’ ‛‗ ‘† ‗ ‘ ‪
– ‥ …‪ ’ ․ ‬ ‗ ‘† ‗ ‘
‪
–‗ ‘† ․ ‗ ‘ ․ ‪
(h) spoke – ‗ ‘† ‗ ‘ ‪․ † ’ †․ ‧
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– ․‪ ‪ ‛ ‗ ‘† ‗ ‘
– ‫‗ ‫‬ ‘ ․ ‪

02. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Tigers (a) ___ (know) as ferocious animals. But they hardly (b) ___ (kill) any animal when they are not
hungry. Usually, tigers (c) ___ (reside) in the deep forest. They are hardly (d) ___ (see) in the open
unless there is a strong necessity. They often remain (e) ___ (hide) under the deep green in search of
their prey. Whenever they (f) ___ (see) any prosperous prey, they take a pose (g) ___ (fall) upon it.
Tigers often (h) ___ (unite) themselves so that they (i) ___ (attack) their prey from different
directions. An adult tiger (j) ___ (devour) 20 to 30 kilograms of meat in a single day.

‧ ․ ‥ ․ ‛ ․ ․ ․ ‥
․ ‧ … ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ․ ‛ ‥ ‫… ‫‬ ‥ ․
‫‫‬ ‛ ․ ‥‫… ‫‬ ‫‚ ‫‬ ․ ․ ‥ ‛
․ ․ ‥ †․ ․ • ‬ ‫‫‬ ‧ ‛ ‫‫‬
†․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ †․ ‧
†․ ․ ․ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) are known – † ․
(b) kill – ‧ ‬ ‪
(c) reside – ․ ․ ‬ ‪
(d) are seen – ․ ’ ‥
(e) hide – ’ ‬ ‪
(f) see – † ․ † ‧ †․
(g) fall – ․ ‫† ‫‬
(h) unite – ‧ †․ • ‬ ‪
(i) attack – †․ • ” ‬ ‪
(j) devours – †․ • † ‪

03. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context
My 17th birth day ceremony (a)___(hold) yesterday. On the occasion, the whole house
(b)___(decorate) very nicely. All the rooms (c)___(clean). A dining table (d)___(set) in the middle of the
dining room. Various delicious items of food (e)___(cook) by my mother. An order (f)___(give) for a
birthday cake. The guests who (g)___(invite) started to come. They (h)___(welcome) by my parents.
They (i)___(tell) to sit in the drawing room. The cake (j)___(bring) in time.

‚ ‫‫‬ ’ … ․ ’ ‪ †‛ ” ‥
‫‫‬ ‪ ․ ․ ‪ ‥ ‧ ‬‥ †․ ‛
‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ ‥ ․ ‪ †․ ‫‫‬ ․․ ‫‫‬
’ • ‪ ‚ ’ ‚ ․ ‚ - …
‫‫‬ ‪ ‚․ ‧ ‪ ․․ (j) ‚ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) was held – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) was decorated – † ․ † ’ ․ • ‫‫‬ ‪
(c) were cleaned – ‛ "wer ‪
(d) was set – †․ ‬ ․ ‪
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(e) were cooked – ‥ • ‪

(f) was given – †․ ‛ ․ ‪
(g) were invited – ’ • ․ ‪
(h) were welcomed – ’ … ‫‫‬ ‪
(i) were told – ‫‫‬ • ․ ‪
(j) was brought – ․․ †․ ‛ ․ ‪

04. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context
It is high time, we (a) ___ (use) our brain about the curse of dowry. The issues of dowry (b) ___ (have)
be considered in view of a country's socio-economic, cultural, political circumstances. United efforts
(c) ___ (require) to put an end to violence against women. A specific frame work must (d) ___ (draw)
up to (e) ___ (implement). Anyway, we can hope that dowry (f) ___ (come) to an end in the time to
come. We dare to (g) ___ (hope) so because our girls are being (h) ___ (educate) day by day. Parents'
mentality (i) ___ (change) gradually. People (j) ___ (be) more conscious.

† ” ‚ ‚ ․ ’ ․ †․
‫․‫‬-’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․
․ ‡․ ‫․† ‫‬ ․ ․
‫‫‬ ‛ ․ ‚ ‚ ․ ‚ ․
‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‪ ’ ․ ․
‪ ‚ • ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) used – † ‫‫‬
(b) has to – ’ ‬ ․ ‪
(c) are required – ‬ ․ ‪
(d) be drawn – † ․ ․ ‪
(e) be implemented – ․‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
(f) will come – ‬ ․ ‪
(g) hope – † -† ․
(h) being educated – -† ‬
(i) is changing – "men †․ ‛ ‪
(j) are becoming – ‛ ‪

05. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
There are many people who (a)___(not take) physical exercise. They can hardly (b)___(realize) that they
themselves (c)___(ruin) their health. They (d)___(fall) victim to many diseases. Life (e)___(become) dull
to them. They (f)___(remain) always ill tempered. We (g)___(build) good health and sound mind
through physical exercise. Physical exercise (h)___(make) our body active and the muscles strong. It
also (i)___(improve) our power of digestion and blood circulation. It (j)___(give) strength to our brain.

’ ․ ․ ․ ‥ ․ ‛ ” ․ ‫‛ ‫‬
․ ‪ ’ ․ … ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ •
‥ ‥ ‫‚ ․ ‫ ‫‬ ․ † … ․
․ ‚ ․ ․ † ․ ․ † ‚ ‫‫‬
• ” ․ † ‚ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) do not take – ․ † ’ ‬ ‪
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(b) realize – ․ ‪
(c) are ruining – ‬ Present Continuous Tense ‪
(d) fall – … ‚ • • ‪
(e) becomes – †․ • ‪
(f) remain – ’ ‬ ‪
(g) build – † ‬ ․ ‪
(h) makes – †․ • ‪
(i) improves – †․ • ‪
(j) gives – †․ • ‪

06. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
One night the entire village was sleeping. The boy Bayazid Bustami was busy in study. His mother (a)
___ (sleep). Suddenly she woke up and (b) ___ (feel) thirsty. (c) ___ (call) her son, she told her son to
give her a glass of water and (d) ___ (fall) a sleep again. When Bayazid went to the pitcher, he (e) ___
(find) it empty. So, he went out with the pitcher in search of water. After a while he (f) ___ (come)
back home with water and found his mother (g) ___ (sleep). Then he waited (h) ___ (stand) by her
bed with a glass of water. He did not make any sound lest she (i) ___ (wake) up. Suddenly his mother
woke up and saw him with the glass of water. At once she (j) ___ (understand) what was the matter.

†․ ‧ ‪ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‫…‫‬
” † ’ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ․ †․
‚ ‧ ‥ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‪ … ‥ † ‥ ‛
‥‫․ ‫‬ ‛ … ․‪ † † ‥
‧ ‪ ‪ †․ ’ ․ ․ ․
‫• …‫‬ ‫”… ‫‬ † ․ ‥ ‬ ․‧ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) was sleeping – ‬ ‪
(b) felt – ’ ‧ • †․ ’ ‬ ‪
(c) calling – † ․ † †․ ‧ ․ ․‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
(d) fell – ’ ‧ ‧ ‬ ․ ‪
(e) found – ’ ‧ ‛ ․ ‪
(f) came – ’ ‚ ‧ ‬ ‪
(g) was sleeping – ‧ ‪ ‛ ․ ‪
(h) stood – ’ ’ ․ ‧ ‬ ․ ‪
(i) should wake – ‫…‫‬ ‬ ‪
(j) understood – ’ ‧ ‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

07. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
To err is human. If a man commits crime anytime and repents truly for his misdeed, he may (a) ___
(forgive). But the man who (b) ___ (not, give up) the wrong, (c) ___ (suffer) surely. In the long run, he
(d) ___ (will take) to the land of death. The old sailor (e) ___ (be) a wrong-doer in his long journey. He
committed a crime (f) ___ (kill) a sea bird (g) ___ (call) Albatross. That crime ultimately (h) ___ (bring)
bad luck to them. The ship (i) ___ (leave) in the icy sea. The sun shone over their head. The wind (j) ___
(drop) down. It was a great disaster.

․ ․ ․‥ ’ ․ † ․ ’ ․ ․
․ ․ ․‫‫‬ …․ ․ …․ ‧
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• ․ ‧ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †․ ’
․ ‪ †․ ‥ ‚ ․ ‛’ … ․
‚ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‪ ‥ • ‪ • ‪
… ‪ † ‪ †․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) be forgiven – † ‫‫‬ ‪
(b) does not give up – ․ † ’ ․ ․ ‪
(c) will suffer – ‧ † ’ ‬ ․ ‪
(d) will be taken – • ‬ ‪
(e) was – ’ ‧ • ․ ‪
(f) by killing – ’ ․ ’ ‪ ‬ ․ ‪
(g) called – ․ ‥ ‬ ․ ‪
(h) brought – ’ … † ‪ ‬ ․ ‪
(i) was left – ‬ ․ ‪
(j) dropped – ’ ‧ ‬ ․ ‪

08. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Idle brain is devil's workshop. If we (a)___(waste) our time in idleness, all sorts of evil thoughts will
crowd our brain. Idle persons who (b)___(kill) their time are burdens of society. They (c)___(sit) idle
and cherish no high ideal and lofty ambition in life. They (d)___(not support) themselves. They
(e)___(lead) an unhappy life and (f)___(suffer) in the long run. There should be time for reading, for
office or other work, time for physical exercise, time for recreation and time for prayer. This
(g)___(indicate) that we should do everything at the right moment. We (h)___(lead) a healthy and
prosperous life only when we (i)___(follow) the routine which we (j)___(make) for our guidance.

’ ․ ‥ ‚ ‚ ’ ․ ’ ’
‚ ․ ’ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‬
’ ․† ‫‫‬ ․ ” ‚ ‚․ ․ ‫‫‬
․ †․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ † ‧ ․ …․
‫‫‬ ’ ’ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †
‫‫‬ ․” † ․ ‚ ” ․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‚
‥ ‛ † ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‚ ‛ ’ ․ ‚
‚ ‫‫‬ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) waste – -† ‪
(b) kill – ․․ ‬ ‪
(c) sit – ’ ․ ․ Presen ‪
(d) do not support – ․ ‪
(e) lead – ‬ ‪
(f) suffer – ‬ •† ․ † †․

(g) indicates – †․ ․ ‪
(h) lead – • ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪
(i) follow – ‬ ‪
(j) make – … ‬ ‪
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09. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Many events of great importance (a) (take) place during the last century. Significant advances (b) (make)
in the field of science and technology. Many European colonies (c) (gain) independence. The movement
for democracy (d) (become) prominent in many parts of the world. Two World Wars (e) (break) out in this
century. It also (f) (witness) the misuse of atomic energy. Two cities of Japan were completely (g) (destroy)
as a result of the dropping of atom bombs. However, the emergence of Bangladesh as an independent
nation (h) (become) a momentous event. After a bloody war of nine months Bangladesh (i) (bear). Now
we (j) (hold) our heads high in the community of nations.

… ’ ․ ‧ ‧ ‪ • ” ‥ … ’ …
‪ ’ ․ ‛” ” ’‫․ ‫‬ ‪ … ‚ ’ ․’
” ‪ †‛ ‧ ‪ † ․ ’ •
․ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ … ‪
†․ ‫‫‬ ‚ †․ ‧ ” ‪
‫‫‬ ․ ‪ †‥ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‧ … ” ․
‚‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) took – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) were made – † † ‛ ‪
(c) gained – ’‫ ‧ ‫‬‪ ’ ‛ ‪
(d) became – … ‚ ’ ‪ ‛
(e) broke – ‧ ‪’ ‛ ‪
(f) witnessed – ․ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(g) were destroyed – ‪ † † • ‪
(h) became – ’‫‫‬ ‪ ‛
(i) was born – † ‛
(j) hold – ‬ Present ‪

10. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Once there (a) ___ (live) an idle king. He (b) ___ (not undergo) physical labour. As a result, he (c) ___
(get) bulky and could not move from one place to another. He (d) ___ (call) in a doctor. The doctor (e)
___ (be) clever and wise. He did not (f) ___ (prescribe) any medicine for the king. He asked the king to
buy a club and (g) ___ (move) it in the air till his hands (h) ___ (get) moistened. The king started (i) ___
(follow) the prescription. Thus, the king (j) ___ (relieve) of his problem.

†․ †․ ’ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․
… ‪ † †․ ‫… ‫‬ ․‚ ․‫… ‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․
‪ † ‫• ․ ․ ‫‬ ‫․† ․ ‫‬
․ † ‫‫‬
’ ․ ․ † ‫‫‬ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) lived – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) did not undergo – • ‪
(c) got – ’ • ‬ ‪
(d) called – ․ ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(e) was – †․ ‛ ‪
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(f) prescribe – ․ -† ․ ‪
(g) move – ‪ ․ † ’
(h) got – • ’ ‧ ‛
(i) following – ․ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ … ’ ․ ‪
(j) was relieved – ‪․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪

11. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Parents (a) ___ (be) blessings of God to us. When a child (b) ___ (bear), their joys (c) ___ (know) no
bounds. They (d) ___ (start) (e) ___ (think) of (f) ___ (nurse) and (g) ___ (bring) up their children.
They (h) ___ (remain) safe under the custody of their parents since birth. Parents never mind (i) ___
(take) pains for the upbringing of their off-spring. We (j) ___ never (offend) our parents.

- ‚ ‫‫‬ “ ‚ ‥ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚
․ ․ ․ • † ․
‫‫‬ ․ - ․ - ․‥ ‛
- ․ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ․‥ ‛ ‚ - ․․

Answers with Explanation:

(a) are – • Pres ‪
(b) is born – ‫‫‬ ‧ • ‪
(c) know – • ‪
(d) start – - ․ ․ ‛
(e) thinking – † -†
(f) nursing – ․ ‪
(g) bringing – ․ ‪
(h) remain – ․ ’ ‬ ‪
(i) taking – † -†
(j) should never offend – ‬ ‪

12. Read the text and fill in the gaps with correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Football is a favourite game in our country. It (a) ___ (arrange) between two teams (b) ___ (contain)
eleven players each. The captains of both teams (c) ___ (lead) their groups. This is the most exciting
and enjoyable game ever (d) ___ (play) across the world. It (e) ___ (run) for an hour and a half with an
interval after half of the time (f) ___ (be) over. Any football tournament (g) ___ (arrange) between
two strong teams can be exciting. The result (h) ___ (remain) almost unpredictable till the end
because any team might win the other team (i) ___ (score) a goal within seconds. The referee is to see
whether rules and order (j) ___ (maintain) by the players.

‚ †․ ‫‫‬ ‥ † ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥
†… ‫‥ ‫‬ ․ ” ’ ․ ․ †
” ‫‫‬ † ” … ‥ †‥ ‥ ‪ † †․ ‧
‥ ’ ․ (f) ___ †․ ․ ․
‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ’ ” ‫‫‬ ’ ․․ ․
†․ … ․ ‥ ․ ‥ •
‫‫‬ ‥ ‪․
Answers with Explanation:
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(a) is arranged – ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ † • ‪
(b) contains – †․ ․ ‪
(c) lead – ’ ․ ‛
(d) played – † ’ • ‬ ‪
(e) runs – †․ ․ ‪
(f) is – ’ ․ • ‧ ․ ․ Presen ‪
(g) is arranged – ‬ ․ ‪
(h) remains – †․ • ‪
(i) scores – ․ … ․ ‛
(j) are maintained – • ‪

13. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Air (a) (be) ___ an important element of the environment. But it is constantly being (b) ___ (pollute) in
many ways. We make fire to cook food and (c) ___ (do) many works. This fire emits smoke which (d)
___. (contaminate) air. Vehicles pollute air to a great extent by (e) ___ (burn) fuel. Air pollution also (f)
___ (happen) when coal and oil (g) ___ (burn). Mills and factories can be (h) ___ (hold) responsible for
this pollution. It is high time we (i) ___ (check) air pollution. Otherwise we (j) ___ (suffer) a lot.

†․ ” ․ † … ‪ ‚ ‥
․ † ․‫․‫‬ ‚ ․ †‛ ‚ … ․ ․ ․
․ ․ ‥ ․ •
‥ • ‧ ․ -․ ‥ †‛ ‫‫‬ † † †․
‥ ‚ ․ ” ’ ‚ ’ ․ ․ …․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) is – †․ ․ ‪
(b) being polluted – ‬ ‪
(c) do – ․ ‫ ‬ ‫‬Present Simple ‪
(d) contaminates – †․ • ‪
(e) burning – ․ ‪
(f) happens – † ‧ ‛ ‪
(g) is burned – "coal and o †․ ․ ‪
(h) held – ․ ‪
(i) checked – ․ ‪
(j) will suffer – … ‬ ‪

14. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs:
Jerry is an orphan. He (a) (come) ___ to the Orphanage at the age of four. He (b) (lose) ___ his parents
in his infancy. Then, he (c) (commit) ___ to the care of the Orphanage. He could hardly (d) (recollect)
___ his parents' memory. In spite of (e) (be) ___ an orphan, he had developed a strong fabric of
morality. His inimitable morality (f) (draw) ___ him close to the writer. The writer (g) (impress) ___
with him. She started (h) (show) ___ affection for him. Jerry (i) (take) ___ her for his mother. He
fabricated a lie (j) (win) ___ her heart.

‫† ‫․† ‫‬ ‪ † ‥ † ‪ - ․ ‪
․ † ‥ ’ ․ ‪ ‥ ․ ‛ - ․ ․
† • • ․ †․ … ‪ ’ ․ ․
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‥․ ․ ‪ ‚ ‥․ ․ ․
‫‫‬ ․ ․
‪ (j) ‫․ ‫‬ †․ … ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) came – ’ † ‥ ‚ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) lost – ’ - ․ ‧ ‬ ‪
(c) was committed – voice • ‪
(d) recollected – ’ ‧ • ‪
(e) being – ․ ‪
(f) drew – ‥ ․ ․ ‪ ‚․ • ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(g) was impressed – ‪․ ‥․ ‪
(h) showing – † ‪
(i) took – ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ‛
(j) to win – ‪․ † ” ․ ․ ‪
15. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
The liberation war of Bangladesh inspired many artists, singers and cultural activists. Eminent artiste
Shaheen Samad (a) ___ (join) Bangladesh Mukti Sangrami Shilpi Sangstha during the liberation war.
She along with others (b) ___ (inspire) millions with her voice (c) ___ (raise) funds for the refugee
camps. The cultural troupe used to (d) ___ (travel) to refugee camps and different areas in Mukta
Anchal. They (e) ___ (perform) patriotic songs and arranged puppet shows, besides, (f) ___ (stage)
dramas. Shaheen Samad said, "Liberation war always (g) ___ (be) an inspiration for me." She sang a
lot of songs during that time and now (h) ___ (feel) honoured to have been able to inspire the
freedom fighters. She has the memorable harmonium with which she sang in 1971. Now she (i) ___
(wish) to hand it over to liberation war museum. This eminent artiste wants live performance of those
moving songs on TV channel, at least one song in a week and thus (j) ___ (cover) all the year round.

’ ․ … ․† ․․ ’ ․ ‪
․ … ‪ ’
․ ․’ ․ ‪ † ‫‫‬
․ ‪ ․ † ․
․… ․ † ․‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ․
‚ ․ ’ ‚ ‪ ‛ ’ ․…
… ‪ † †‥ ’ ․ ’ ․
․ ‪ … … ‪ †‥ †
‫‧ ‫‬ ․ †‛ ‛‚ ․ …
․ ’ †․ … ‪ ‫‫‬
Answers with Explanation:
(a) joined – ’ … • ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) inspired – ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․’ ․
‪
(c) raised – ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(d) traveled – ’ ․ ․ ‪ ‛
(e) performed – ․… ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(f) staged – ․ ․ ’ ‧ ‛
(g) is – †․ ‛
(h) feels – ’ ․ ․ ‪ ‛
(i) wishes – †․ ‛
(j) be covered – ․ ‪ ․ …
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16. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs in the brackets as per subject and
context:
Most of the people who (a) ___ (appear) most often and most gloriously in the pages of history (b) ___
(be) great conquerors and generals and soldiers, whereas the people who really (c) ___ (help)
civilization forward are often never (d) ___ (mention) at all. We do not know who first (e) ___ (set) a
broken leg, or launched a sea worthy boat or (f) ___ (calculate) the length of a year, but we (g) ___
(know) all about the killers and destroyers. People think a great deal of them, so much so that on all
the highest pillars in great cities of the world you (h) ___ (find) figures of a conqueror or a general or a
soldier. And I think that most people (i) ___ (believe) that the greatest countries are those that (j) ___
(beat) in the battle the greatest number of countries and ruled over them as conquerors.

(a) ‛ † ” ‫‫‬
† ․ ’ ․ ’ ․ †… ․ ‪ ‛ ․‥ ‛
” ‥․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․․ ‪ †․ … ․
․ ‪ ‪ ‧ … ․ ‪ ․ ‚ ․ † ․ ․
‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․‪ † ‛ ” ‚
†․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ † ‚ ․ … ․
‛ ‥․ ․ ‫․ ‫‬ ‪†
‫‫‬ ․ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) appear – ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) are – †․ ․ ” ‥․ Present Simple

(c) help – ․†… • ‬ Present

(d) are mentioned – ‪․ ” ‥․
(e) set – ’ ‧ ‧ ‪ ‛ ‪
(f) calculated – ‪ ‧ … ․ ’ ‧ ‛
(g) know – ‬ ‪
(h) find – ․ ‥ ‛
(i) believe – ․ ․ ‪
(j) have beaten – ‪․ ’ ‪† † †‥

17. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
In the last autuman vacation I (a) ___ (get) sufficient time. So I (b) ___ (make) up my mind to make a
journey by train from Dhaka to Chittagong. I (c) ___ (reach) the station about half an hour before the
departure of the train. It (d) ___ (be) then a very busy time. Rickshaw, motorcars and other vehicles
(e) ___ (come) to the station with passengers. Coolies (f) ___ (run) behind them. There (g) ___ (be)
shouts and rush of the passengers and the coolies. After sometime hearing a whistle, the passengers
(h) ___ (stand) in a queue before the ticket counter. I also (i) ___ (stand) in the line and (j) ___ (buy) a
second class ticket.

… ․ ‪ ‚ ‪ ‛‚ ‪ ․ ․
․ ‚ ‪ ‚ ‧ ‚… ‪‪ ‥ † (d) _ ‥
‪ ․ … † ’ ‚ ‪ ․ ‪
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‪ ‥ •․ ․ † ‪ ․‪ †․
․ ․” ‛ ‪ ‚ ‛ ‪ † †․
․ ․ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) got – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) made – • ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛ Past Simpl
(c) reached – ‪ ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(d) was – †․ • ‪
(e) came – ‚… ’ ‧ ‛
(f) ran – ․ ‧ ’ ‛ Past Sim
(g) were – • ‪
(h) stood – ‛ ‪ ’ ‧ ‬
(i) stood – ‚ • ‛ ‪ ‛
(j) bought – ․ ․ ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛

18. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs:
It has been over three hundred years since emperor Shah Jahan of Delhi (a) ___ (build) the Taj Mahal as a
tomb for his wife in Agra. Architecturally, it (b) ___ (be) one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.
The building (c) ___ (make) of fine white marble with inlays of coloured marble. It (d) ___ (have) eight sides
and many open arches. It (e) ___ (rest) on a platform or terrace of red sandstone. Four slender white
towers (f) ___ (rise) from the corners of the terrace. A large dome (g) ___ (stand) above the centre of the
building. Around this large dome there (h) ___ (be) four smaller domes. Just inside the outer walls, there is
an open corridor from which the visitors (i) ___ (look) through carved marble screens into a central room.
The bodies of Shah Jahan and his wife Mumtaz (j) ___ (lie) in two graves below this room.

† ․ ‪ ‪ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬

․ ‪ … † †․ †‛
․ ‪ ‥ ․ ‪ † ‚ † ’ ․ ‥ ‥
․ † †․ • ‚‪ ․ ․
” ” … ‪ †․ … ‫‫‬ ․ • ‚ ‪ †‛
… ‫‫‬ ‪ … ‫‫‬ ‪ ‛ ․ †․ ‥ ․ ‪ ‥
․ ‥ ‛․ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ †
‫‫‬ †‛ ․ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) built – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) is – †․ • ‪
(c) is made – † … ‬ ‪
(d) has – † ‬ Pr ‪
(e) rests – ’ ‬ ‪
(f) rise – ” ․ ․ ․ ‪
(g) stands – … ‫‫‬ • ‪ ‛ Present Simpl
(h) are – ‛
(i) look – ․‫․ ․ ‫‬ ‪
(j) lie – ‪ ‛

19. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
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English (a) ___ (be) the most widely used international language. It (b) ___ (learn) to communicate with
the foreigners for various purposes such as (c) ___ (maintain) co-operation, co-existence and
exchanging business information. There are also certain jobs which (d) ___ (require) a good functional
knowledge of English. The jobs of a pilot, a postman, a telephone operator, a tour guide, a mechanic, a
receptionist of an international hotel, an executive of a multinational firm etc. (e) ___ (be) a few of
them. Besides, a student (f) ___ (wish) to go for higher studies must learn English because the books
on advanced education are mostly (g) ___ (write) in English. So, the importance and demand of
learning English in our country can, in no way, be (h) ___ (ignore). Rather, we should (i) ___ (put) high
importance on (j) ___ (learn) English to make room for ourselves in the competitive world.

‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ † … … ‫‫‬ ‥
” … ‫‫‬ ‥ ’ † ․ † ․‪ ․ ‫•‫‬
‪ ‛ ‫․ ․ ‫‬ ‫‫․† ‫‬ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬
’ †․‫‫‬ … ‛ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ †․ ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ †․ ‫․ ‫‬
‛ ․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ” ‫‫‬
․’ ‛‛ ‫‥ ‫‬ ․ ” ‛ …‛ ‛ ‫‫‬
‥ ‛‚ ‛ ‫‥ ‫‬ † ․ ․ ‛ ” ․
‚ ” ‛ ‫• ‥ ‫‬ ” ․ ‚ … ․
‫‫‬ ‫․… ‫ ‫‬
Answers with Explanation:
(a) is – †․ • ‪
(b) is learned – ‪․ ‛ ‫‥ ‫‬
(c) maintaining – ․ ‪
(d) require – ‬ ․ ‪
(e) are – • ‪
(f) wishes – †․ • ‪
(g) written – ‛ ‥ ‛ ‪
(h) ignored – ‪․ ” ․
(i) put – ․ -† ․ ‪
(j) learning – ․ ․ ‪

20. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context:
Road mishap (a) ___ (happen) in our country almost everyday. Recently it (b) ___ (rise) to an alarming
rate (c) ___ (take) a heavy toll of human lives. The members of a family remain anxious if someone (d)
___ (travel) in a bus. In most cases, reckless driving (e) ___ (cause) road accidents. The drivers are in
the habit of (f) ___ (violate) traffic rules. Road accidents can be (g) ___ (lessen) if the drivers drive
their vehicles carefully. People should be conscious in this respect. While (h) ___ (cross) the road, they
should be careful. Some people travel (i) ___ (climb) on the roof of the buses and trains. Traffic rules
must be maintained strictly with a view to (j) ___ (control) road accidents.

․ ‧ ‚ ‧ † †․ ․ ‪
‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ” ․ ․” ․
’ ․ ․ ‧ ‧ ․ ․ ’
’ ․ … ․ ․ ‧ ․†
‥ ‥ ․ ․” ․‪ • ‪
․ ․ ․ ” ․ ‧
Answers with Explanation:
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(a) happens – †․ • ‪
(b) has risen – ․ • ‧ ‬ ‪
(c) taking – ․ ‪
(d) travels – ‧ ․ ․ ․ ‪
(e) causes – †․ • ‪
(f) violating – ․ ․ ‪
(g) lessened – vo ‪․ ‧ ․
(h) crossing – ․ ․ ‪
(i) climbing – † ․ ‪
(j) controlling – ․ ․ ‪

21. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
There are many reasons for which many students in our country (a) ___ (fail) in English. One of the
main reasons is that English is a foreign language. English is as if it (b) ___ (be) a language (c) ___
(mean) for a particular class of people. It (d) ___ (regard) as a sheer wastage of time. They (e) ___
(begin) to cram English as though they (f) ___ (consider) cramming is the only way to learn English.
But (g) ___ (have) they been earnest in learning English, they could have (h) ___ (learn) it easily.
Moreover they are not (i) ___ (motivate) properly. In addition the textbooks (j) ___ (not write)
according to the need of the learners.

’ ․․ ‪ ‫‚ ‫‬ ’ ․ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․
†․ ‛ ‫․† ‫‬ ‛ ‫†․ ‫‬ ‥ † †․
‫‫‬ ․ ‪ † ’ ‛ ‫․ ‥ ‫‬
․ ․ ‛ ‫․† ‥ ‫‬ ” ‥ ․ ․
‚ ․ ‛ ‫‥ ‫‬ ․ ‫( † ‛‫‬h) __ ‥
’ ․ †‪ • ‛ ‫’ ‫‬ ‥
Answers with Explanation:
(a) fail – • ‪
(b) were – "as ․ ․
(c) meant – -† ․ ‪
(d) is regarded – ․ ‪ ․ †
(e) begin – ’ ․ ․ ․ ‪
(f) consider – ․ † ․
(g) had – †․ -† ’
(h) learned – ․
(i) motivated – ‪․ ’ ․
(j) are not written – ‪․ ‛ ‥

22. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
When I (a) ___ (enter) the restaurant, I found that it (b) ___ (be) quite crowded. I took a seat and (c) ___
(order) my meal. While I (d) ___ (wait) for my rice and fish to arrive, I looked around to see if there (e) ___
(be) anyone in the restaurant whom I (f) ___ (know). Then I noticed a man (g) ___ (sit) at a corner table
near the door. He kept (h) ___ (glance) in my direction as if he knew me. But I was sure I had never (i) ___
(see) him before. He (j) ___ (have) a newspaper open in front of him. He was pretending to read it, but
actually he was keeping an eye on me all the time.
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‚ ‥ ․ ‥ ‥ † ‪ ‚ †․ ‚
† ‚ ‥ ’ ‥ ‚ † ‚‪‚ ‫’ ‫‬ ․ ‪
‚ ․ † ‥ ‫‫‬ ․” ‚‪ ․ ․‚
‚ ‫ ․ ‫‬‪ †․ ․ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‚ ․
․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‚ ‪ ‚ ‚ … ․‥ ․
‥ †․ ‥ ‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․
‚ ․ ․ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) entered – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) was – ’ ․ ․ ‪
(c) ordered – ‥ ’ ․ ’ ‧ ‛
(d) was waiting – ․ ․‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
(e) was – ․” ‚ ‪ ․ ․ ․ ‪
(f) knew – ’ ‬
(g) sitting – … ‧ • ․‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
(h) glancing – † -† ‪
(i) seen – ․ ‪
(j) had – ’ ․ ․ ‪

23. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Idle brain is devils workshop. If we (a) ___ (waste) our time in idleness, all sorts of evil thoughts will
crowd our brain. Idle persons who (b) ___ (kill) their time are burdens on society. They (c) ___ (sit) idle
and cherish no high ideal and lofty ambition in life. They not (d) ___ (support) themselves. They (e)
___ (lead) an unhappy life and (f) ___ (suffer) in the long run. There should be time for reading, for
office or other work, time for prayer. This (g) ___ (indicate) that we should do everything at the right
moment. We (h) ___ (lead) a healthy and prosperous life only when we (i) ___ (follow) the routine
which we (j) ___ (make) for our guidance.

’ ․ ‥ ‚ ‚ ’ ․ ’
‚ ․ ’ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‬
’ ․† ‫‫‬ ․ ” ‚ ‚․ ․ ‫‫‬
․ †․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ † ‧ ․ …․
‫‫‬ ’ ’ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ † ‫‫‬ ․” †
․ ‚ ” ․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‚ ‥ ‛ •
‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‚ ‛ ’ ․ ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬
․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) waste – -† ‪
(b) kill – ․․ ‬ Present Sim ‪
(c) sit – ’ ․ ․ ‪
(d) do not support – • ‪
(e) lead – ‬ ‪
(f) suffer – "in ‬ •† ․ † †․

(g) indicates – †․ ․ ‪
(h) lead – • ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪
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(i) follow – ‬ ‪
(j) make – … ‬ ‪

24. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Today we (a) ___ (be) a free nation. We (b) ___ (have) to take great pains to achieve freedom. Our
War of Liberation (c) ___ (take) place in 1971. People of all walks of life (d) ___ (come) forward and got
(e) ___ (involve) in the war directly or indirectly. Many a man (f) ___ (kill) in the battlefield. They never
(g) ___ (flee) from the battlefield (h) ___ (show) their backs. Rather all of them (i) ___ (contribute)
much to (j) ___ (achieve) independence.

‚‫‚ ‫‬ †․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ’ ․․ ․ ‪

‚ ‧ ‪ ‫‫‬ †… † ‪ †
‫‫‬ ‪ ’ ․ ‪ ․‥ ‛
‪ ‪ ‥ ‛ ’‫’ ․ ’ ‫‬ ‥‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) are – • ‪
(b) had – ’ ’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ … ‬ ‪
(c) took – ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(d) came – †… † ‪ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(e) involved – ․ ‪
(f) were killed – ‪․ ‪
(g) did not flee – • ․ ‪
(h) showing – ․ gerund form "showi ‪
(i) contributed – ’‫‫‬ ’ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(j) achieve – ‪․ † ” ․ ․ ‪

25. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Dowry (a) ___ (regard) as a great curse in our society. It may (b) ___ (compare) to cancer that (c) ___
(increase) in our society at a great speed. The fathers of the brides (d) ___ (victimize) for dowry. If
steps (e) ___ (take) against those greedy people, it (f) ___ (grasp) our society. It is mainly (g) ___
(notice) among the rich who demand dowry with a view to (h) ___ (fulfill) their greed. So, we have to
(i) ___ (develop) morality. The culprits should (j) ___ (punish) to put an end to this social curse.

‚ ‫․† ‫‬ ’ † ․ ․
… ‚ ‫‫‬ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‛
•
† ‚ ‫․‫‬ ․ †
․ ․ ” ․ ‛ ‚ ․
… ’ †‛ ‫’ ․‫‬ ’ ‧ ‫‫‬ • ”
Answers with Explanation:
(a) is regarded – ‪․ ․’ ‥
(b) be compared – ‬ ․ ‪
(c) is increasing – ‬ ‪
(d) are victimized – ․ ‪
(e) are taken – ‪․ •
(f) will grasp – ‫․‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
(g) is noticed – ‪․ † ‥
(h) fulfilling – ․ ‪
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(i) develop – ․ verb-† ․ ‪

(j) be punished – ’ • ․ ‪

26. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Student life is the best time for (a) ___ (prepare) ourself for future. It is (b) ___ call) the seed time of
life. So during this period of life students mustn't (c) ___ (waste) time. The main pursuit of the
students (d) ___. (be) study. They should prepare themselves for the life (e) ___ (lie) ahead. They
should also (f) ___ (participate) in co-curricular activities. By (g) ___ (read) newspaper they will know
what (h) (happen) in the world. When the country (i) ___ (face) with a natural calamity, they should (j)
___ (come) forward with a view to (k) ___ (remove) the sufferings of the affected people. Even in
normal times they (l) ___ (engage) themselves in acts of social service. The students cannot do well in
the examination without (m) ___ (work) hard. It is a pity that many students are trying to (n) ___
(succeed) in the shortest and easiest way.

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ • † ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬

‛ †‛ ․‥ ‛ ․ ”
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ” - ․․ • ’ ․ ”
‫‫‬ ․ ‧ ‪ ‥ ․ ․ ․
… ‥‥ ‥ ․ ‧ ․ ” †… ‚ ”
† ․ ․ • ‫․‫‬ ․․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪
․ …‫․ ‫‬ ’ ․ † ‫”‫‬
․ ‪
Answers with Explanation:
(a) preparing – ․ ․ ‪
(b) called – ‪․ † ․
(c) waste – ․ verb-† ․ ‪
(d) is – †․ • ‪
(e) lying – ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ․ ‪
(f) participate – ․ -† ․ ‪
(g) reading – ․ ․ ‪
(h) is happening – ‧ ‬ ‪
(i) faces – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(j) come – ․ verb-† ․ ‪
(k) removing – ․ ․ ‪
(l) engage – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(m) working – ․ ․ ‪
(n) succeed – ․ ․ ‪
27. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
If all the children (a) ___ (go) to school, the country (b) ___ (ger) rid of the curse of illiteracy. To boost
up education, the govt. (c) ___ (spend) more money. Subsidies must (d) ___ (give) in the education
sector. Teachers (e) ___. (need) to (f) ___ (train) for good teaching. The poor students can (g) ___
(bring) under "Food for Education" programme. We (h) ___ (take) care that no institution (i) ___
(close) down due to political clashes. All concerned (j) ___ (be) conscious about it. If we cannot (k) ___
(keep) pace with the present world, we (1) ___ (lag) behind. For this we have to (m) ___ (ensure)
education for all and set a bright prospect for (n) ___ (implement) all necessary steps.
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’ ․ ” ‫‫‬
․ ‚ • ’ ․ ‥ ․’ ‛ ․ ” ․
‫‫‬ ‥ ․
‚• ‚ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‧ ․
‛† ․ ‚
‚ ‪ †‫‚ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․
† ‫‫‬ ‫” ․† ‫‬ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) go – -† ‪
(b) will get – ‬ ‪
(c) should spend – ‬ ‪
(d) be given – ‪․ ․ ․
(e) need – • ‪
(f) be trained – Passiv ‪․ •
(g) be brought – ․ ‚• ‚ ․ ‪
(h) take – ‬ ‪
(i) not be closed – ‪․ • ‬ ‪
(j) must be – ․ ․ ‪
(k) keep – ․ -† ․ ‪
(l) will lag – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(m) ensure – ․ ․ ‪
(n) implementing – ․ ․ ‪

28. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Newspaper (a) ___ (consider) the people's parliament. The newspaper (b) ___ (play) a vital role in
modern civilization. It (c) ___ (call) to be the mirror of the world. We must (d) ___ (develop) the habit
of (e) ___ (read) the newspaper daily. It helps us (f) ___ (acquire) general knowledge, which (g) ___
(be) essential for our education. Nobody (h) ___ (maintain) contact with the outside world without
reading the newspaper. Mere bookish knowledge(i) ___ (be) not sufficient in the struggle of life. A
man who (j) ___ (read) the newspaper daily (k) ___ (be) like a creature of the narrow well. Being
ignorant of current topics, he cannot (l) ___ (take) part in the talks and discussions in an enlightened
society and he (m) ___ (live) like a fish out of water in it. Students (n) ___ (ask) for reading newspaper
daily.

‫… ‫‬ ‚ ․ ․
․ † ‚ ” ’ …
† ‚ ’‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ’ ․”‛
‛ … ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ‫‫‬
†․‫‫‬ ․ ․ †․ ‫‫‬
’ ․ ‚ ․ ‫‚‫‬ ’ † †
‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) is considered – ‪․ ․‫… ‫‬ ‥
(b) plays – †․ ․ ‪
(c) is called – ‪․ ․
(d) develop – ․ -† ․ ‪
(e) reading – ․ ․ ‪
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(f) acquire – † ’ ․ ․ ‪
(g) is – -† †․ ․ ‪
(h) can maintain – ․ ․ ‪
(i) is – †․ ․ ‪
(j) reads – ’ ․ ․ ․ ‪
(k) is – ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‪
(l) cannot take – ․ ‪
(m) lives – ‫‫‬ ․ ․ Present Simple ․ ‪
(n) are asked – ‪․

29. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
Once upon a time, there (a)___ (be) a king who was very fond of (b) __ (know) his future from the
astrologers. A famous astrologer (c) __ (stop) at his capital on his way to home. The king called on him
to (d)___ (know) about the future and the astrologer (e) __ (tell) him something unpleasant. At this
the king (f) __ (get) furious and (g) __ (condemn) him to death saying, "Men like you (h) __ (live) to
spoil the peace of the world." But another thought (i) __ (cross) his mind before the astrologer (j) __
(send) for execution. "How long will you (k) __ (live)?" asked the king. With ready wit, the astrologer
said, "The stars (l) __ (declare) that I shall die only a week before your majesty, so goodbye." (m) __
(hear) this, the king turned. pale like a dead man and shouted, "Drive this wretch away, lethim (n) __
(come) here again."

†․ †․ ‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ ’ ‚ ‪ †․ ‥ ‫‫‬

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ † ‫‫‬ ․ ․‪ ’
‫‫‬ † ‫‫‬ ” † ․ ․
․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․
‚ …‛ ‫‫‬ †․ † ․ ‫‫‫‬ ‛
‫‫‬ ‧ ‪ ‚ ‚ †․ ‚…
† ‫‫‬ ․ … † ․ ․ †‛ ․ ․ ․ ․
‚ †‥ ‚ •
Answers with Explanation:
(a) was – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(b) knowing – ․ ․ ‪
(c) stopped – ’ ‧ ‬ ‪
(d) know – "t ․ ․ ‪
(e) told – ’ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
(f) got – ‫‫‬ • ‧ ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(g) condemned – ’ ‪ ‛ Past Simple
(h) live – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(i) crossed – ” ’ ‧ ‪ ‛
(j) was sent – ‪․ ‫‫‬ ‪
(k) live – ․ v -† ․ ‪
(l) declare – ․ ․ ‪
(m) hearing – ․ ․ ‪
(n) never come – ‪

30. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context :
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Relationships (a) ___ (be) of different kinds. Some (b) ___ (be) familial and intimate. (c) ___ (form) by
blood and by marriage: with friends and some some are social like the ones we have/ (d) ___ (make) in
school where we (e) ___ (form) close bonds with classmates and teachers. Relationship can also(f) ___
(foster) in workplace, which may quickly (g) ___ (change) from professional to social. There (h) ___
(be) relationships also between human beings and animals, between children and their toys that they
can't (i) ___ (part) with. All these relationships (j) ___ (keep) us close to each other and (k) ___
(provide) us all kinds of support. love and affection. A person (l) ___ (have) no family feels the pain of
loneliness and isolation. There (m) ___ (be) no one to laugh or (n) ___ (cry) with him/her.

․ ․ ․‪ ․† ’ ․‪ †
… † ․‪ ‫․‫‬ ‚ ․ ‥ ‚
‚ † ․ ‧ … ․․ • ․
․ ‫․‫‬ ․ • † ‥
․• ․ ․ ‪ †‛ ․‚ † ․’ ․‪․ ‪
‥† ‚ † ․ †․‫‫‬ ‛
†․ ․ • ‪ ’ ․ (n ․ ․” ․
Answers with Explanation:
(a) are – • ‪
(b) are – ‛ ․ ‪
(c) are formed – ‪ ․ ․ ․
(d) are made – ‪ ․ ․ ․
(e) form – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(f) can be fostered – ․ ․ ․ ‪
(g) can change – ․ ․ ‪
(h) are – • ․ ‪
(i) part – ․ ․ ‪
(j) keep – ‛ ․ ‪
(k) provide – ‛ ․ ‪
(l) has – †․ • ․ ‪
(m) is – -† †․ ․ Present S ․ ‪
(n) cry – ․ ․ ‪

Narration

01. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"You look a little bit like my mother," he said, "especially in the dark by the fire."
"But you were only four Jerry, when you came here. You have remembered how she looked all these
years?"
"My mother lives in Mannville," he said.
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‚ ‥ ․ ‚ ’ ․ ․ ‥
†‥ † ‪ ‥ ‪ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․† ‪ ‥‪ ‚
․

Ans: Jerry told her that she looked a little bit like his mother, especially in the dark by the fire. She then
told him that he had been only four when he had gone there and asked if he had remembered how she
had looked all those years. Jerry replied that his mother lived in Mannville.

Answers with Explanation:

 "You look" → "She looked" (Present simple → Past simple)

 "Have remembered" → "Had remembered" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "My mother lives" → "His mother lived" (Present simple → Past simple)
 Question converted into an indirect speech using "asked"

02. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Mina, have you done your English lesson today?" said the teacher.
"Yes, sir," she replied. "But I haven't understood one grammatical point."
"Don't worry. I'll help you understand it," said the teacher.
"Thank you, sir," she said.

․ ‚‫‫‬ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ․
‚ †․ ․ … ‬ ․ ‚ ․† ‬ ․ ․

Ans: The teacher asked Mina if she had done her English lesson that day. Mina respectfully replied that
she had but added that she had not understood one grammatical point. The teacher assured her not to
worry and added that he would help her understand it. She thanked him respectfully.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you done" → "Had she done" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "I haven't understood" → "She had not understood" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "I'll help" → "He would help" (Future → Conditional)

03. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Have you cut your hair off?" asked Jim.

"Cut it off and sold it," said Della.
"Don't you like me just as well, anyhow? I'm me without my hair, aren't I?"

․ ․ ‪ ‫‫ ‫‬ ․ ․ ․ ‪ ․
‚ ․‚ … ‛ ‪ ․ ‚ ․‚ ‪ ‚ ‛

Ans: Jim asked Della if she had cut her hair off. Della replied that she had cut it off and sold it. Then she
‖ t her hair.
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Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you cut" → "Had she cut" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "Cut it off and sold it" → Remains unchanged as a past action
 "I'm me without my hair" → "She was herself without her hair" (Present simple → Past simple)

04. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Have you seen your mother, Jerry?"

"I see her every summer; she sends for me."
I wanted to cry out, "Why are you not with her? How can she let you go away again?"
He said, "She comes up here from Manville whenever she can. She does not have a job now."

․ ‖․ ‥‪ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ‥ ‚ ․ ․ ‚
‛ ․ ․ ․ ․‚ ‥ ‛
․ †‥ ‚ †‥ ․ ․ ‛

Ans: I asked Jerry if he had seen his mother. Jerry replied that he saw her every summer and she sent for
him. I wanted to cry out and asked why he was not with her and how she could let him go away again. He
replied that she went up there from Mannville whenever she could and added that she did not have a job
then.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you seen" → "Had he seen" (Present perfect → Past perfect)

 "I see her" → "He saw her" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "She does not have" → "She did not have" (Present simple → Past simple)

05. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Do you know Bangladesh Open University offers an English self-learning course?" Sejan said to Shawan.
"Yes, I have heard it from my father who works as a tutor of the course. It is a six-month course known as
CELP," said Shawan.

․‫‫‬ • ‛” †․ ‛ ‫ ‫‬- ․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬

• ․ ‚ ‪ • † †․ ‪ ․

Ans: Sejan asked Shawan if he knew Bangladesh Open University offered an English self-learning course.
Replying positively, Shawan said that he had heard it from his father who worked as a tutor of the course
and added that it was a six-month course known as CELP.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Do you know" → "If he knew" (Present simple → Past simple)

 "I have heard" → "He had heard" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
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06. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

Once I asked a little girl what her mother's name was. She replied that she could remember her mother's
name but she would not tell me that. She added that she did not tell her mother's name to anyone whom
she did not know. I exclaimed with admiration that she was a very clever girl.

†․ ‚ †․ ‪ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ‚
‚ ‥ ․ ‚ ․ ‚ † ․” ․‚ ․
‚ ‚ ‛‥

Ans: Once I asked a little girl what her mother's name was. She replied that she could remember her
mother's name but she would not tell me that. She added that she did not tell her mother's name to
anyone whom she did not know. I exclaimed with admiration that she was a very clever girl.

Answers with Explanation:

 "What is your mother's name?" → "What her mother's name was" (Changing question
structure)
 "I will not tell you" → "She would not tell me" (Future → Conditional)
 "I don't tell" → "She did not tell" (Present simple → Past simple)

07. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Why are your children crying, my daughter?" said the Caliph.

"They have been starving," said the woman.
"Have you none else in the world?"
"My husband died some months ago. He left them neither money nor any property. So, they are in great
distress. They have to starve sometimes."
"Oh! Let me see, how I can help you," said the Caliph.

․ ․ ‪ ‚ ‥ ’ ‚‪
․ †‛ ‚ ․” ‛ ‚ ․‪ ‚… …‪ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
‥ ‛ ‥ ‛ ․ ‚ ‪ ․‥ • ․‥ • ‥ ‛ ․ • ‥ ‚ ․
․ ․ ‥

Ans: Addressing the woman as his daughter, the Caliph asked her why her children were crying. In reply,
the woman 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 had 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
this, the Caliph became sympathetic and told her to let him see how he could help them.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Why are your children crying?" → "Why her children were crying" (Changing question)
 "They have been starving" → "They had been starving" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "Let me see how I can help you" → "Told her to let him see how he could help them"
(Imperative → Indirect request)
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08. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

I told the rickshaw puller that he had carried me a long way. Then I asked him how much I should pay him.
I further asked him if fifty taka would do. He replied that anything was all right.

‚ ․ ․․ ‚ ․’ ․ … ‪ ‚ ․․ ․
․ ․ ․‪ ․ ‚ ‪ ․ ․

Ans: I told the rickshaw puller that he had carried me a long way. Then I asked him how much I should pay
him. I further asked him if fifty taka would do. He replied that anything was all right.

Answers with Explanation:

 "You have carried me" → "He had carried me" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "How much should I pay you?" → "Asked how much he should pay him" (Changing question
structure)
 "Anything is all right" → "Anything was all right" (Present simple → Past simple)

09. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Have you saved something for future?" said the rich man.
"No," said the cobbler.
"I am happy with the present and think little about tomorrow."
"No, that would not do," said the rich man.
"I like to see you above want. Have this money and keep it."

․ ‫․ ‫‬‪ ․ ‪ ‚
‥ † ‥ ․ ‛ † ‚ ․’ „
‥ ‛ †‛ ․ •† ‥ •

Ans: The rich man asked the cobbler if he had saved something for the future. Replying in the negative,
the cobbler said that he was happy with the present and thought little about the next day. At this, the rich
man said that that would not do and added that he wanted to see him above want and requested him to
have that money and keep it.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you saved something?" → "If he had saved something" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "I am happy" → "He was happy" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "Have this money and keep it" → "Requested him to have that money and keep it"
(Imperative → Indirect request)

10. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Have you cut your nails short?" The teacher said to Maruf.
"No, I've forgotten, Sir," said Maruf.
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"That's very bad. You must be more careful about neatness and cleanliness. By doing so, you can prevent
diarrhoea and some other diseases too," said the teacher.

․ ‥ ‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ‚ … ‪
† ‥ ‛‥ ․ ‪ † ‚ • † ․
† ‚ • ․‪ … ․ ․

Ans: The teacher asked Maruf if he had cut his 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 had to be more
careful about neatness and cleanliness. He also said that by doing so, he could prevent diarrhoea and
some other diseases too.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you cut" → "If he had cut" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "I have forgotten" → "He had forgotten" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "You must be more careful" → "He had to be more careful" (Changing imperative)

11. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

One day Hazrat Omar (R) became shocked to see the sufferings of a woman and said, "Where do you
live?"
The woman said, "I live in a poor hut south end to this town. I'm hungry, but there is no food in my house.
Will you give me something to eat?"
Hazrat Omar (R) said, "Go back home. I'm coming with food and money for you."

†․ • †․‫‫‬ ‥-․ ‥ ․ ․ ․
‚ †‛ †․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ‚ ‧ ․ ‥
‛ ․ ‚ ․ ․‪ ‥ • • ‚ ‫‫‬ ‥
† ․ ‚ ‪

Ans: One day Hazrat Omar (R) became shocked to see the sufferings of a woman and asked her where
she lived. In reply, she told him that she lived in a poor hut at the south end of that town. She also added
that she was hungry but there was no food in her house and asked him if he would give her something to
eat. Hazrat Omar (R) told her to go back home and assured her that he was coming with food and money
for her.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Where do you live?" → "Where she lived" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "I'm hungry" → "She was hungry" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "Will you give me something?" → "If he would give her something" (Future → Conditional)

12. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

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"Where do you come from?" I asked him.

"From San Carlos," he said, and smiled.
"I was taking care of animals."
"Oh," I said, not quite understanding.
"Yes," he said, "I stayed, you see, taking care of animals. I was the last one to leave the town of San Carlos."

․ ․† ‪ ‚ ․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ †
‚ ‪ • ‚ ‬ ‚
․ ‚ ․ ‪

Ans: I asked him where he came from. He replied with a smile that he came from San Carlos. He added
that he had been taking care of animals. Being confused, I exclaimed with surprise. He then assured me
that he had stayed taking care of animals. He also added that he had been the last person to leave the
town of San Carlos.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Where do you come from?" → "Where he came from" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "I was taking care" → "He had been taking care" (Past continuous → Past perfect continuous)
 "I stayed" → "He had stayed" (Past simple → Past perfect)

13. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Please give me your English grammar book," said Fahim.

"I cannot give it," said Arman.
"I have to take it with me in the class."
"I shall return the book before the class starts," said Fahim.
"Take it," said Arman.
"Thanks," said Fahim.

․ ‚ ․ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‛ • ‚ ‚
‚ † ‚ • ‚… ‛ • ‚

Ans: Fahim politely requested Arman to give him his English grammar book. In reply, Arman said that he
could not give it. He further said that he had to take it with him in the class. At this, Fahim said that he
would return the book before the class started. Then Arman told him to take it, and Fahim thanked him
for that.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Please give me" → "Politely requested to give" (Request → Indirect request)

 "I shall return" → "He would return" (Future → Conditional)

14. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Why are you crying? Do you have any problem?" asked the passerby.
"I am crying because I have none to look after me," said the street child.
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"Are you hungry?"

"Yes, I am," said the boy.

․ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ‚‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ․ ‪․
‚ ․ ‥ ․” ‛ ․ ‚ ‪

Ans: The passerby asked the street child why he was crying and if he had any problem. The street child
said that he was crying because he had none to look after him. The passerby asked if he was hungry. The
street child replied that he was hungry.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Are you hungry?" → "If he was hungry" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "I am crying" → "He was crying" (Present continuous → Past continuous)

15. Change the narrative style by using direct speech:

The witness told the International Crimes Tribunal that he had suddenly heard a gunshot and had gone
towards the door. He added that he had seen many Al-Badr men and the members of the Pakistani army
on his house premises. The judge asked him if he had recognized some of the Al-Badr men. The witness
answered that he could recognize one Hamid in his village who had brought the members of the Pakistani
army to the village.

‚ ‫’․ ‫‬ ‛ ․ ‪ †․ ․ ‪
† ‫‫‬ ․… ‪ ‚ • ‪ ‚ ’ ․‚ - †
․ ․ ‥‪ ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․‪ ‚ - ․
‪ ․ ” ‪ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․
† ‪

Ans: "I suddenly heard a gunshot and went towards the door," the witness told the International Crimes
Tribunal. "I saw many Al-Badr men and members of the Pakistani Army on my house premises," he added.
"Did you recognize some of the Al-Badr men?" the judge asked him. "Yes, I could recognize one Hamid in
my village who brought the members of the Pakistani army to the village," the witness answered.

Answers with Explanation:

 Indirect → Direct conversion while keeping past events intact

 Past perfect usage replaced with simple past in direct speech

16. Change the narrative style by using direct speech:

The teacher asked the students if they had heard the name of Aesop. The students respectfully replied
that they had not and asked the teacher who he had been. The teacher advised them to listen to his
lecture attentively and they would be able to know about him. He also exclaimed with wonder that his
fables were very interesting and instructive.

․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․† ‪ ‫․ ‫‬
” ‪ † ․․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․‪ ․ ‪
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… † ․‫‫‬ ‚ • ‪
․ ‥ ‛ ‚․ † ․

Ans: "Have you heard the name of Aesop?" asked the teacher. "No, sir, who was he?" "Listen to my
lecture attentively and then you will be able to know about him. How interesting and instructive his fables
are!"

Answers with Explanation:

 Indirect → Direct conversion while keeping past events intact

 Respectful tone maintained

17. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

He said to me, "I am very sorry to trouble you, but I shall be much obliged if you will kindly lend me your
dictionary."
"I shall be very glad to be of service to you, and you are welcome to any of my books that you think of use
to you," said I.

‚ ․ ‚ ‚ ․ ․ ‛ ‥ ‚ ․ ‚ ․
‚ ’ ‚ ‥ ‛․ ‚ ‚ ‚ ․ ․ ‚
† ‚ ‚ ‛ ․ ․

Ans: He humbly apologized for troubling me and said that he would be obliged if I would lend him my
dictionary. I said that I would be glad to be of service to him and that he was welcome to borrow any of my
books that he thought useful to him.

Answers with Explanation:

 "I am sorry to trouble you" → "Apologized for troubling" (Present simple → Indirect apology)
 Politeness and humility retained

18. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Whose picture is it?" I asked.

"A little girl's of course," said Grandmother.
"Can't you tell?"
"Yes, but do you know the girl?"
"Yes, I knew her," said Granny, "but she was a very wicked girl, and I shouldn't tell you about her."

† ․ ‪ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‛ †․ ‪ ․
‪ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ‥
‪ † ‚ ․ ․ ”

Ans: I asked grandmother whose picture it was. Grandmother replied that undoubtedly it was a picture of
a little girl and asked me if I couldn't tell. I agreed that it was a picture of a little girl and asked her if she
knew the girl. Granny replied that she knew her and added that she had been a very wicked girl and she
shouldn't tell me about her.
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Answers with Explanation:

 "Do you know the girl?" → "If she knew the girl" (Question changed to indirect speech)
 Tone of hesitancy and secrecy kept intact

19. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Have you saved something for the future?" said the rich man.
"No," said the cobbler, "I am happy with the present and think little about tomorrow."
"No, that would not do," said the rich man.
"I like to see you above want. Have this money and keep it."

․ ‫․ ‫‬‪ ․ ‪ ‚
‥ † ‥ ․ ‛ † ‚ ․’ „
‥ ‛ †‛ ․ •† ‥ •

Ans: The rich man asked the cobbler if he had saved something for the future. The cobbler replied in the
negative and said that he was happy with the present and thought little about tomorrow. The rich man
disagreed with him and said that would not do. He again said that he wanted to see him above want. The
rich man offered some money to the cobbler and requested him to keep the money.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Have you saved something?" → "If he had saved something" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "I am happy" → "He was happy" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "Have this money and keep it" → "Requested him to have the money and keep it"
(Imperative → Indirect request)

20. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Follow my example," she said as we shook hands, "and never eat more than one thing for luncheon."
"I'll do better than that," I retorted. "I'll eat nothing for dinner tonight."
"Humorist," she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.

‚ ” ’ ․ ‥ ‚ † ․‥ ‛ †․
‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ † ․ ‚ ‚ ‚‫‫‬ ․‪‛ ‥
‚ † †․ ” …

Ans: As we shook hands, she asked me to follow her example and never to eat more than one thing for
luncheon. I retorted that I would do better than that and added that I would eat nothing for dinner that
night. Jumping into a cab, she cried gaily and called me a humorist.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Follow my example" → "Asked me to follow her example" (Imperative → Indirect request)

 "I'll do better" → "I would do better"

21. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

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The writer said to Jerry, "Your roller-skates look very nice. Who has bought them for you?"
"My mother"
"Is she alive?"
"Yes, she lives in Mannville."

‥․ ‫‫‬ ․ - ‥ ‥ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ †
․ ‪ ‚ ․ ‚‪ ․

Ans: The writer told Jerry that his roller-skates looked very nice. She asked him who had bought them for
him. Jerry replied that his mother had bought them for him. She asked him if she was alive. Replying
positively, Jerry told her that his mother lived in Mannville.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Your roller-skates look very nice" → "His roller-skates looked very nice" (Present simple →
Past simple)
 "Who has bought" → "Who had bought" (Present perfect → Past perfect)
 "Is she alive?" → "If she was alive" (Question → Indirect speech)

22. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

He said, "I can chop some wood today." I said, "But I have a boy coming from the orphanage." "I'm the
boy." "You? But you're small." "Size doesn't matter chopping wood," he said.

‚ ‚‫․ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ‚ † ‥ ․
†․‫‫‬ ‪ ․‚ ‪ ‚ ‛ ‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ‚․

Ans: He told me that he could chop some wood that day. But I told him that I had a boy coming from the
orphanage. He told me that he was the boy. Then I wondered and asked him if it was he. I also added that
he was small. He told me that size did not matter when chopping wood.

Answers with Explanation:

 "I can chop" → "He could chop" (Present simple → Past simple)
 "Size doesn't matter" → "Size did not matter" (Present simple → Past simple)

23. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

Rahim said to Hamid, "How are you? I went to your hostel yesterday, but did not find you. Where did
you go?" "I went to the station", said Hamid. "I had to receive my maternal uncle there."

․ ․ ‚‪ ‚ … ․ … ‪ ․ ․
‛ ․ … ‪ ‚ … ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ‪
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Ans: Rahim asked Hamid how he was. He added that he had gone to his hostel the previous day but had
not found him. He again asked him where he had gone. Hamid replied that he had gone to the station. He
added that he had to receive his maternal uncle there.

Answers with Explanation:

 "How are you?" → "How he was" (Present simple → Past simple)

 "Where did you go?" → "Where he had gone" (Past simple → Past perfect)

24. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Take the fan", said Edna, offering a fan to him. "Oh, no! Thank you. It does no good. You have to stop

fanning some time and feel all the more uncomfortable afterward."

†‛ ‥ • † ‥ ․ • † ․ ” ․
‛ †․ ․ ․ † ‚ • ’ ’ ․

Ans: Offering a fan to him, Edna told him to take the fan. He negated the offer and thanked her. He added
that it did no good. He again said that she had to stop fanning at some point and would feel all the more
uncomfortable afterward.

Answers with Explanation:

 Imperative sentence transformed into an indirect request

25. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

‘ ‗ ‘ ‗
‘ ‗
‘

• ‚ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
‫‫‬ †‥ ․‪ ‚ ․ ‪ ․‛ ․ ․ ․ ․
• ‛ ․

Ans: Addressing the king as her Lord, the woman earnestly requested the king not to kill the child. The
woman also asked the king to let her have him. Then the king said that everything was clear to him.
Pointing to the woman, he ordered the servant to give her the child and added that she was the mother of
the baby.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Oh my Lord" → Addressing the king as "her Lord"

 Imperative sentence transformed into an indirect request

26. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

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"Where will you get admission after your HSC Examination? Do you have any choice?" said the teacher to
Susmita. "I'm not yet sure what I have to do because everything depends on my result." "You should have
a choice. Be positive and optimistic."

†‛ † ․ ․ ․ ‪ ‚‪ ․ ․
‚ †‥ • ‛‚ ․․ ․ ․ ․‪ ‚ ” ․
†․ ‪ ․” ‛ ․† ‚ •

Ans: The teacher asked Susmita where she would get admission after her HSC Examination. He also asked
her if she had any choice. Susmita replied that she was not yet sure about what she had to do because
everything depended on her result. The teacher advised her to have a choice and to be positive and
optimistic.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Where will you get admission?" → "Where she would get admission" (Future → Conditional)
 "Do you have any choice?" → "If she had any choice" (Question → Indirect speech)
 "Be positive and optimistic." → "Advised her to be positive and optimistic." (Imperative →
Indirect advice)

27. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"I can chop some wood today," said Jerry. "But I have a boy coming from the orphanage," said the writer. "I
am the boy." "You? But you are small." "Size does not matter, chopping wood," said Jerry. "Some of the big
boys don't chop well. I've been chopping wood for a long time," said Jerry to the writer.

‚ ‚‫․ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ † ‥ ․ †․‫‫‬ ‪

‚ ‪ ‥․ ‚ ‛ ‪ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ‚․ ‫‫‬
․‪ ‪ ․ ․ ‚ ‧ ․ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ‥․ ․

Ans: Jerry told the writer that he could chop some wood that day. Then the writer told him that she had a
boy coming from the orphanage. Jerry then told her that he was the boy. The writer surprisingly told Jerry
that he was small. Jerry firmly told her that size did not matter when chopping wood. He added that some
‖

Answers with Explanation:

 "I can chop some wood today." → "He could chop some wood that day." (Present → Past)
 "I am the boy." → "He was the boy." (Present → Past)
 "Size doesn't matter." → "Size did not matter." (Present simple → Past simple)

28. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

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

Ans: Mita asked her father what a puppet show was. Father proposed that they should go inside and she
could see for herself. Inside the tent, Mita exclaimed in wonder that it was very strange that a doll was
dancing and talking. Father told Mita that a man behind the screen was moving the doll. Then he asked
her if she understood who was talking.

Answers with Explanation:

 "What's a puppet show?" → "What a puppet show was." (Present → Past)

 "Let's go inside." → "Proposed that they should go inside." (Imperative → Indirect proposal)
 "Do you understand?" → "If she understood." (Present → Past)

29. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Oh, my Lord! Please do not kill the child," cried the woman. "Let her have the child." The king said, "Now
everything is clear to me." Pointing to the woman, the king again said to the servant, "Give her the child.
She is the real mother."

• ‚ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
‫‫‬ †‥ ․‪ ‚ ․ ‪ ․‛ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
․ • ‛ ․

Ans: The woman addressed the king as her lord and told him not to kill the child. Then the king ordered his
servant to let her have the child. Again the king said that everything was clear to him. Pointing to the
woman, the king again ordered his servant to give her the child. The king also said that she was the real
mother.

Answers with Explanation:

 "Please do not kill the child." → "Told him not to kill the child." (Imperative → Indirect request)
 "Give her the child." → "Ordered his servant to give her the child." (Imperative → Indirect
command)

30. Change the narrative style by using indirect speech:

"Porter, you may go," said the mistress of the house, laughing. "You have gained your freedom." "By
Allah," he replied, "I will not leave this house until I have heard the stories of my companions."

… ․ ’‫ ․ ‫‬‪
‚ ‚ †‛ …․ ‚ ‚ …

Ans: The mistress of the house, laughing, told the porter 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.

Answers with Explanation:

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 "Porter, you may go." → "Told the porter that he might go." (Imperative → Indirect
permission)
 "By Allah, I will not leave this house." → "Swearing by Allah, he replied that he would not
leave that house." (Sworn statement → Indirect speech)

Modifiers

01. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
I have (a) ____(Pre-modify the noun) friends, but Karim is my (b) ____(Pre-modify the noun) friend.
He studies in my class. We go to college (c) ____(Post modify the verb). He is good at studies and helps
the students (d) ____(Use a relative clause to post modify the noun). He is (e) ____(Use an intensifier
to premodify the adjective) hardworking. His parents want him (f) ____(Use an infinitive phrase to
postmodify the verb) in life. So his father, (g) ____(Post modify the verb with an appositive), is really
an honorable person (h) ____(Use a prepositional phrase to post modify the noun phrase). He wants
his son to become a teacher like him and Karim's mother (i) ____(Pre-modify the verb) inspires him (j)
____(Use an infinitive phrase to post modify the verb)

‚ ’ ․ ‪ ․ ․ ‚ ‚ ‚
†․ ․ ‫‛ ‫‬ † … ‫‫‬
․ ’ - ․ ‫‫‬ ‛
†․‫‫‬ ․ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ‫‫‬
‪ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ † ․ ․ ․
․ ’ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) many/several/a lot of → ’ ‬ • ․ •

‥ ․ ․ ․
 (b) best/closest/dearest → ’ ’ ․ ‪ ‚
’
 (c) together every day/daily/in the morning → ‬ †․
†․‛ ’ ․ † ․
 (d) who need academic support/who struggle with studies/who require guidance → †‛
Relative C ․ ‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․
․
 (e) extremely/very/highly → ’ •
†․‛ ’ ․ ․
 (f) to succeed/to do well/to achieve greatness →
• ‬ ․ ‬ ‚ ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬
 (g) a respected teacher/an experienced educator/a well-known scholar →
"A ․ ‬ ’ ‬
‚ - ‥ ‬
 (h) in his community/within society/among the people →
‫‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‬ ‚
‫… ‫‬ ‬ ‬
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 (i) always/constantly/frequently → ’ ․
’ ․ ‚ ’ ․
 (j) to work hard/to stay focused/to keep striving →
․ ․ ‬ … ․ ‚
•

02. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
It was twenty years (a) ____ (use adverb to post modify the verb) when I was living in an apartment (b)
____ (use present participle to post modify the noun) a cemetery. At that time a lady wrote a letter to
me (c) ____ (use present participle to post modify the noun) one of my books just (d) ____ (use past
participle to post modify the noun) in the newspaper. It made me so excited that I sent her a letter of
thanks. Immediately after that she wrote me second letter (e) ____ (use present participle to post
modify the noun) that she was passing through Paris and would like to have a chat with me. The lady
also requested me (f) ____ (use infinitive to post modify the noun) her a little luncheon at Foyot's. (g)
____ (use perfect participle to post modify the noun) the letter I became pleased and excited. I was
eager to enjoy the company of the (h) ____ (per modify the noun) lady. However, at Foyot's I met the
lady. I was disappointed to see the guest. She was not so charming and young as I expected her to be.
She was a woman of forty (i) ____ (use present participle to post modify the noun) more teeth. She
was also (j) ____ (use intensifier to pre modify the adjective) talkative.

† ‪ (a) _ ‪ ‥ ‚ †․ ’ (b)
․ ‪ ‛ †․‫‫‬ ‚ ․ †․ ‥‪ (c)
․ (d) ‪ † ‚ ․† ‛” ‫ ․ ‫‬‪ ‚ ․
‫‫‬ †․ ‪ † ‛ ‚ ․ (e) ‥
‪ † ‚ ․ ‪ ‛ ‚ ․ (f)
’ ․ ‪ (g) ‚ ’ ‚ †
” ‫‫‬ ‚ ‛ (h) ․ ‫‚ ‫‬ ‪ -
†‚ ‛ ․ ‥ ’ ․ ‥‚ ‚․ † ‪
‚ ․ ‪ ‪ ‪ †․‫‫‬ (i)
(j) ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) ago → ’ ․ ․
 (b) overlooking → "Ove ‬ ’ ․ ․ ․ ‚‪
 (c) appreciating → ’ ‛ ․
 (d) published → ‬ ‛ ․ ‪
 (e) mentioning → ‬ †
” ‥․ ‪
 (f) to offer → ’ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬
 (g) Having received → ‬ •
 (h) charming → ’ ‚․
 (i) having → ‬ ‪
 (j) very → ‬ ‥ ․

03. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
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One day Robert Bruce, a) ____ (post-modify the noun with an appositive) was lying in the cave. He
was thinking of b) ____(use possessive to pre-modify the noun) misfortune. He thought that he would
not be able c) ____ (use an infinitive phrase). Suddenly, he saw a spider d) ____(post-modify the verb
with a prepositional phrase). The spider was trying to reach e) ____(use article to pre-modify the
noun) ceiling of the cave. It almost got to the point f) ____(use quantifier to premodify the noun) times
but fell down at the last moment. It didn't lose hope. It was trying g) ____(post-modify the verb with an
adverb). On the seventh attempt it reached the ceiling. Robert Bruce became very much amazed h)
____(use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) the success of the spider. He felt encouraged &
came out of the cave. He began to gather soldiers again & prepared i) ____(post-modify the verb with
an adverb) for the battle. He fought hard with the English and (j) ____(use a demonstrative to pre-
modify the noun) time, he came out successful.

†․ ( ) ‪ (b) … ․
‪ (c) †․ ․ (d)
‥ ․ (e) ‪ ‪ ․ ‪ † (f)
‪… ‪ ․ … ‪ † ‚ † (g)
․ ‪ † ‪ ‪ (h)
” ․ † ․ ‚ ‚ ․ ․ † (i)
‫‫‬ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‛․ † (j)

Answers with Explanation

 (a) the great Scottish king → ․ ․ ․ ‪

 (b) his → ‪
 (c) to fight again → ․ ‬
 (d) on the wall → ’ ‬ ‪
 (e) the → ‪ ․ ‪
 (f) several → ‪
 (g) continuously → … ․‫․‫‬ ’ ‬ ‪
 (h) to see → ․ ‪
 (i) carefully → ‪
 (j) this → ‬ ‪

04. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
I experienced a very interesting incident (a) ____(Post-modify the verb) on my way to Dinajpur. My
friend Tamalika, (b) ____(Post-modify the noun with an appositive) was driving. A crow was crossing
the road but suddenly in the middle of the road it stopped and remained standing. In a minute
Tamalika had to change her course but she didn't have (c) ____(Pre-modify the noun) time and space
to do that. Tamalika tried to turn in the left when the cow too walked (d) ____ (Post-modify the verb)
back a few steps. To save (e) ____(Use a demonstrative to pre modify the noun) cow Tamalika had to
move n the right. She lost her control and bumped the car with a (f) ____(Use a noun adjective to pre-
modify the noun) tree. (g) ____(Use a participle to pre-modify the verb) Tamalika was shocked but
she was (h) ____(Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) happy (i) ____(Use an infinitive
phrase to post-modify the verb). She patted the (j) ____(Pre-modify the noun) cow and burst into
laughter.
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‚ †․ ’ ․ ‧ ( ) ’ ․ ‪ ‥ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‪
‚ ․ (b) … ‪ †․ … ‪ ․
‬‥ † … † ‛ †․ ․ ․ ․ ․
(c) † ‫ … ‫‬‪ ․ ․‧ ․ ‪ ․ ‥ … (d)
․ ․ (e) … ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․
† … †․ (f) … ‪ ‥ (g)
․ ․ … ․ (h) ‥ ‪ (i)
(j) … ․‚ ․ †

Answers with Explanation

 (a) while traveling → ‧ • ‧ ‪

 (b) a skilled driver → ․
 (c) enough → ‬ ‪
 (d) backwards cautiously → ․ ‪ •
‬
 (e) this → … ․ ․
 (f) large → … ‪ ‚․ ‬
 (g) shocked → ․ ’ ‬
 (h) extremely → ‥ • ’ ․ ․
 (i) to have saved the cow → ’ ‬
 (j) helpless → … ’ ․ ․

05. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
Once upon a time there lived (a) ____ (Use article to pre-modify the noun phrase) generous and kind-
hearted king. But the people were not happy with (b) ____ (Use possessive to pre-modify the noun)
king, because the king was too lazy and would not do (c) ____ (Use determiner to pre-modify the
noun) work other than eating and sleeping. He spent days and weeks and months in (d) ____ (Use
possessive to pre-modify the noun phrase) bed either eating something on sleeping. He became (e)
____ (Use an adverb to pre-modify the noun) inactive. The king became (f) ____. (Use article to pre-
modify the noun) potato couch and the people started worrying about the king. (g) ____ (Use
quantifier to pre-modify the noun) day the king realized that he could not even move his body. He
became fat and his enemies made fun of him calling "fatty king" of "bulky king" etc he invited (h) ____
(Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) doctors from (i) ____(use determiner to pre-modify the
noun) parts of his country and offered them generous rewards (j) ____ (Use an infinitive phrase to
post modify the verb) fit. Unfortunately, none could help the king regain his health and fitness.

†․ ( ) ” † ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‫( … ‫‬b) ‫‫‬

‪ ․ ‫’‫‬ ’ ‪ † (c) ․‫․‫‬ ‥• † ‧
‪ † (d) ‪ ․ ‪ ․‪ ‥ ‧ (e)
… ‫( ‫‬f) ‚ ” † ‫… ‫‬
‫‫‬ ․ (g) __ ‫‬ ‫‬ • ‪
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… † ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ (h)

(i) ’ ․‚ ‫‫‬ † ” (j)
• … ․”‛ ‫‫‬ †
․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) a → ․ ‪
 (b) his → ‪
 (c) any → ․‫․ ‫‬ ‬ ‫‫‬ ‪
 (d) his → ‬ ‪
 (e) completely → ‬ ‪
 (f) a → "A potato ․ ‪
 (g) one → †․ ‬ ‪
 (h) renowned → ‥ ‬ ‪
 (i) all → ‫‫‬ ‬ ‪
 (j) to make him fit → Infinitive ph ‬ ‪

06. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
Most of the people in (a) ____ (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) country do not know the
importance of English, (b) ____ (post-modify the noun with an appositive). In fact, it is an (c) ____ (use
an adjective to pre-modify the noun) language and we are living in a global village. So, If you know
English (d) ____ (post-modify the verb with an adverb), you can communicate with (e) ____ (use
article to pre-modify the noun phrase) rest of the world. It is surely an important element of your (f)
____ (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) skill. Without the knowledge of English, you
cannot complete (g) ____ (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) higher studies because most of the
books are written in English. Poor knowledge of English will also hamper your (h) ____ (use noun
adjective to pre-modify the noun) development. In short, if you do not have a good command over
English, you will suffer (i) ____ (post-modify the verb with adverb). So, start to learn English (j) ____
(post-modify the verb with an adverb) from today.

‚ ( ) … ‛ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ (b)

․ † †․ (c) † ‚ †․ ․ ‪ ‛
‚ ‛ ‫( ‫‬d) ‫‫‬ ‚ (e) ․ … …
․ † ’ ‛‚ (f) †․ ” ‛ ‫‫‬
‪ ‚ (g) ” ․ ․ … ‛‛ ‫‫‬ ‥
‛ ‫‫‬ ‚ (h) ” • ‚ ‛ ‫” ‫‬
․ ‚ (i) ‛ ‚‫‫‬ ․‛ (j)
‛ ‫‥ ‫‬ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) our → ․ ․ ․ ‪
 (b) a globally used language → Apposi ‛ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ‪
 (c) important → ‬ ‪
 (d) properly → ․ ․ ‪
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 (e) the → ’ ‬ ‪
 (f) communication → - ‬ ‪
 (g) your → ‬ ‪
 (h) career → - … ” ‬ ‪
 (i) greatly → Adv ․ ‬ ‪
 (j) seriously → ‥ ‬ ‪

07. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
It was a cold (a) ____(use a noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun) morning. A farmer was going to
his field (b) ____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) seed. On the way he saw a snake (c)
____(post-modify the noun with a present participle) on the ground. The farmer went near it (d)
____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) what happened to it. It was almost dead in cold. He took
pity on the snake. He put it (e) ____(post-modify the verb) and brought it home. (f) ____(pre-modify
the verb with a present participle phrase) by the fire, he took care of it. Then he gave it (g) ____(pre-
modify the noun) milk. Soon the snake got well. It began (h) ____(post-modify the verb with an
infinitive) with the children of the farmer. But the snake showed its (i) ____(pre-modify the noun)
nature and bit one of the children. (j) ____(pre-modify the verb with a present participle phrase), the
farmer killed the snake.

† †․ ( ) ․ ‪ †․‫․ ․ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ (b)

‪ †․ (c) ‥ ․ ․† ․ ‪ … (d)
† ․ ‪ † ‪ ‥ † (e)
‥ † † (f) † † (g)
____ ‛ ” † (h) ․ ․
(i) ‥ † †․‫․ ․ ‫‬ (j)
․ ․ ․ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) winter → - ‪
 (b) to sow → ‬ ‪
 (c) lying → ‬ ‪
 (d) to see → "To see what ‪
 (e) inside his bag → - ․ ‥ ‪ ‬ ‪
 (f) Being warmed → ‚ ” • ‬ ‪
 (g) fresh → ‪
 (h) to play → ‬ ‪
 (i) cruel → ․ ‬ ‪
 (j) Feeling betrayed → ․ ․ ’ ․ ․ ‪

08. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
Mother is an (a) ____ (Use an adjective phrase to pre-modify the noun) blessing in the world. Mother's Day is
a (b) ____ (Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) significant day observed as a (c) ____ (Use an
adjective to pre-modify the noun) occasion in honour of mothers. The day was for the first time, announced
as a formal holiday in the United States of America. Mother's Day is now observed (d) ____ (Use an adverbial
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phrase to post-modify the verb) as elsewhere around the world. The sons and daughters (e) ____ (Use an
adverb to pre-modify the verb) wait for this day. They buy some special presents for their (f) ____ (Use a
superlative degree to pre-modify the noun) mother. When they offer the presents, the mother becomes very
happy. It brings a (g) ____ (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) happiness between a mother and (h)
____ (Use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) children. The bond of relationship between mother and
children becomes everlasting. The mother (i) ____ (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) draws her children
with her motherly affection. In this way, we pay a (j) ____ (Use a participle to pre-modify the noun) tribute to
our dear mothers.

†․ (a) ___ ‚ †․ (b) (c)

” ” † ․ ‚ ․‪
‧ ․ ‪ †‥ (d) ․ -․ (e)
†‛ ’ ․ (f) ‫‫‬ ”
․ ‥ ” ‥ ‥ † † (h) (g) _
‚ ‚ • ․ (i) ․ ‪
†‛ ‚ ‚ (j) ‫‛ ‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) incomparable and precious → Adjec ’ ․ ‪

 (b) very → ‬ ‪
 (c) special → ‬ ‪
 (d) widely across nations → ‬ ‪
 (e) eagerly → ‚ ․ ․ ‪
 (f) dearest → ‪
 (g) deep → ․ … ․ ․ ‪
 (h) her → "Her chil ‬ ‪
 (i) lovingly → ‬ ‪
 (j) heartfelt → ‚ ․ ‬ ‪

09. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
Nelson Mandela, (a) ____ (post-modify the noun with appositive), is one of the greatest leaders of the
world, no doubt. During (b) ____ (use article to pre-modify the noun) time of Mandela, the Europeans
were separated from the non-Europeans. It was (c) ____ (use noun-adjective to pre-modify the noun)
policy of racial segregation. The blacks were subjected to (d) ____ (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun)
sorts of indignities. They were denied all basic (e) ____ (use adjective to pre-modify the noun) rights. They
were in fact aliens in (f) ____ (use possessive) own country. The blacks were also treated (g) ____ (use
adverb to post-modify the verb). Even dogs received a much better treatment than the blacks. The (h)
____ (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) leader vowed to put an end to the inhuman practice.
Unfortunately, (i) ____ (use demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) great man thrown behind the prison
bars. But the oppressive rulers could not break his spirit. All his life he struggled against apartheid.
Eventually, the great leader fulfilled the goal of liberating (j) ____ (use possessive to pre-modify the noun)
people.
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( ) ’ (b)
‛” ’-‛” ․ ․․ ‪ † ‪ (c)
‫… ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ (d) ’ ․ ‪
(e) ․’ ․ ․ ․ ‪ (f) ‫‫‬
‪ ․ • (g) ‚ ․ ‪ † ․ ․․ •
‚ ․ (h) †‛ ’ ․ ’ ‧ ․ ‪
… (i) ․․ … ‚ ․․ ‪ ․ ’ ․ ‚ ․
‫‫‬ ‪ †‛ (j)
‫․ … ‫‬ ․ ․ ‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) the first black president of South Africa →

 (b) the → ” ‥․
 (c) an unjust → - ‫… ‫‬ ’ ․
 (d) all → ’ ‬
 (e) human → ‬
 (f) their → ․ ‬
 (g) cruelly → ’ ‬
 (h) brave → ․
 (i) this → †‛ ․ ‬
 (j) his → ‬

10. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces:—
A village doctor is a (a) ____ (use an intensifier to pre-pre-modify the adjective) familiar person in the rural
areas of Bangladesh. He is (b) ____ (pre-modify the verb) known as a quack. A village doctor is not a (c) ____
(pre-modify the noun) doctor. He (d) ____ (pre-modify the verb) sits in a small dispensary in the morning
and evening. He treats the patients (e) ____ (use a participle to post-modify the verb) small fees. A village
doctor is not a (f) ____(pre-modify the noun) man. His chamber is (g) ____ (pre-modify the verb) furnished.
He cannot supply costly medicines to the (h) ____ (pre-modify the noun) patients. In our country, the
number of qualified doctors is (i) ____ (use to intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) few. So, a village doctor
is a great friend to the (j) ____ (pre-modify the noun) people.

†․‫‫‬ ’ ( ) (b)
†․‫‫‬ (c) (d)
․ † †․ ‪ … (e) ․ ․
†․‫‫‬ (f) (g) ‫‫‬ (h)
… • ․ ‚ … ‥ (i) ․
‛ †․‫‫‬ (j) †․‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) very →
 (b) commonly → ․ ‬
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 (c) professional → ‬
 (d) usually → ․ ․‫․‫‬ ‬
 (e) charging → … ․‪ ․ • ‬
 (f) rich → ‚ ․’ ‬
 (g) poorly → ’ ‬
 (h) needy → … ’ ‬
 (i) very → … ‥ ’ ‬
 (j) helpless → ’ ‬

11. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: — Othello, (a)
____(Use an appositive to post-modify the noun) had risen to become a general. He had shown his
bravery in many (b) ____(Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) battles against the Turks.
Everyone praised him (c) ____(Use an adverb to post-modify the verb) and the senate trusted and
honoured him. Brabantio, a rich senator of Venice had a daughter named Desdemona (d) ____(Use a
relative clause to post-modify the noun). Brabantio (e) ____(Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb)
invited Othello to his house where he and his daughter listened in wonder to Othello as he spoke
about his adventures. He told them of deserts, of caves and of mountains high (f) ____(Use an
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) to touch the sky. Desdemona had to weep (g) ____(Use a
present participle to post modify the verb phrase) and she never became tired of listening to it. She
pitied Othello (h) ____(Use an adverb to post-modify the verb) for the misfortunes and hardships of
his life. Her pity (i) ____(Use an adverb to post-modify the verb) turned to love. She refused all the
young men (j) ____(Use an infinitive to post-modify the verb) because she loved Othello, a noble
Muslim Moor from North Africa.

• ( ) †․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ • ‫‫‬ ” ‪

․ ’ ․ (b) ․ ‪ ‛ ․ (c) __
․ † ․ • ․ • †․ ․ (d)
• (e) • ․
‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ † ․ • ’ ․
† ‚․ ‪ ‫‫‬ (f) ” ․ (g)
․ † ․‥ • † • (h)
’ ․ … •․ ‫‫‬ (i)
‪ (j) ․
• ․ †․‫‫‬ ” ‚ ․ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) a valiant warrior and noble leader → •

 (b) fierce → ‬
 (c) highly → ‬
 (d) who was admired for her beauty and intelligence →
‬
 (e) cordially → ‚ ‫‫‬ ‬
 (f) enough → ” ‬
 (g) hearing his sorrowful tales → ’ ‬
 (h) deeply → … ‬
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 (i) gradually → ‬
 (j) to marry → ‥ ” ‬

12. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Once there lived a (a) (pre-modify noun) ____fox in a jungle. One day, while he was walking (b)
____(post-modify the verb) through the jungle he fell into a trap and lost his tail. He felt (c) ____(pre-
modify the adjective) unhappy and sad. But the fox was very cunning. He hit upon a plan. He invited all the
foxes (d) ____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) to a meeting. When all the foxes arrived, the fox
without a tail said "My dear friends, listen to me, please, I have discovered a (e) ____(pre-modify the noun)
thing. It is that our tails are (f) ____(pre-modify the adjective) useless. They look ugly and dirty. So, we all
should cut off our tails, shouldn't we?". All foxes listened to the cunning fox (g) ____(post-modify the verb).
Most of them agreed (h) ____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) their tails. But an old and (i)
____(pre-modify the noun) fox said to him, "My friend, your plan is nice but evil. Actually, you want to cut
off our tails because you have (j) ____(pre-modify the noun with a determiner) tail of your own."

†․ †․ ( ) †․ ‫‫‬ ․ †․ ‥ (b)
‫‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬ (c) ‥ † ’
․ ․ ’
‪ ․ †․ ․ (d)
‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬ ” ‚ ․
‚ ․ ‚ †․ (e) ‚ ․ ‪ † ‚ ‫( ‫‬f)
’ ‫‫‬ † ․ † ‥ ‚ ‛ ․‚ ‫․ ‫‬
‛ ․ (g) …‛
(h) ‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ † (i) ․ ‚
․ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ‫․‫‬ •․ (j)
‫‛ ‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) clever → ‬
 (b) carefully → ‬
 (c) extremely → ’ ‬
 (d) to attend → ‚ ” ‬
 (e) strange → ․‪ ’ ․ ‬
 (f) completely → ‫‫‬ ’ ‫‫‬ ‬
 (g) attentively → ․ ‬
 (h) to remove → ‫․‫‬ ‬
 (i) wise → ‬
 (j) no → ‫’ ‫‬ ‬

13. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Most of the people in (a) ____ (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) country do not know the
importance of English. In fact, it is an (b) ____ (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) language and
we are living in a (c) ____ (pre-modify the noun) village. So, if you know English (d) ____ (post modify
the verb with an adverb), you can communicate with (e) ____ (use article to pre-modify the noun
phrase) rest of the world. It is surely an important element of your (f) ____ (use a noun adjective to
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pre-modify the noun) skill. Without the knowledge of English with proper understanding, you cannot
complete (g) ____ (use possessive to pre-modify the noun) higher studies because most of the books
are written in English in the process of higher education. Poor knowledge of English will also hamper
your (h) ____ (use a noun-adjective) development. In short, if you do not have a good command of
English, you will suffer (i) ____ (post-modify the verb with prepositional phrase/adverbial) of your life.
So, don't waste your time and try to learn English (j) ____ (post-modify the verb with an adverb) from
today.

‚ ( ) … ‛ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ † †․ (b)

† ‚ †․ (c) ․ ‪ ‛ ‚ ‛ ‫( ‫‬d)
‫‫‬ ‚ (e) ․ … …․ †
’ ‛‚ (f) †․ ” ” ‛ ‫‫‬ ‪
‚ (g) ” ․ ․ ” … ‛
‛ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‚ (h) ” ‚
‛ ‫” ‫‬ ․ ‚ (i) ‛ ‚‫( ‛․ ‫‬j)
‛ ‫‥ ‫‬ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) our → ․ ․ ․
 (b) essential → ’ ‬
 (c) global → - ‬
 (d) fluently → ‫‫‬ ‬
 (e) the → ‬
 (f) professional → - … ‬
 (g) your → ” ․ ․
 (h) career → - ․ ‫‫‬ ” ‬
 (i) throughout life → ‫‫‬ ‬
 (j) seriously → ‥ ‬

14. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Water is a (a) ____ (pre modify the noun) substance. It has no colour of (b) ____ (possessive to pre
modify) own. The (c) ____ (determiner to pre modify the noun) name of water is life. By drinking
water, we can quench (d) ____ (Possessive to pre modify the noun) thirst. Thus we can survive on
earth. But (e) ____ (pre modify the noun) water is life killing. By drinking contaminated water, we
suffer from diseases like diarrhoea, typhoid etc. We may (f) ____ (pre modify the verb) face (g) ____
(pre modify the noun) death by drinking such type of water. We are responsible for (h) ____ (noun
adjective to pre modify the noun) pollution. Waste materials from mills and factories are thrown here
and there. Farmers use fertilizers and insecticides in their land. During the rainy season, they are
mixed with ponds and rivers. Besides, latrines (i) ____ (participle to post modify the noun) on ponds
and rivers cause water pollution. (j) ____ (pre modify the noun) awareness should be raised to stop
water pollution.
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†․ ( ) † (b) ․ ‛ (c)
‫‫‬ ․ ‚ (d) † ‚ ․
․ (e) ‫‫‬ - ․ ‚ ‛ ‛ …
‚ ‛ ‚ (f) (g) ‥ †
․ ‚ (h) ‫‫‬ ․ -․ ‥ ․ ‫‫‬ †‥ -•‥
․ ․ ‫‫‬ •․ ․ ․ ․ † ․ • †‪ ․ •
(i) ․ (j) ”
․ ‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) vital → ’ ‬
 (b) its → ‫․ ‫‬ ‛ ‬
 (c) common → ” ‥․
 (d) our → … ․ ‬
 (e) contaminated → ‬
 (f) severely → ․ ‬
 (g) fatal → ‫‫‬ ‬
 (h) environmental → - … ‬
 (i) built → ․ • ‬
 (j) public → ‫‫‬ ‬

15. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
It was a hot (a) ____(use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) day. A (b) ____(pre-modify the
noun) crow flew all over the fields looking for water. For a long time, she could not find any water. She
felt (c) ____(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) weak, almost giving up hope. Suddenly,
she saw a water jug below her. She flew (d) ____(post-modify the verb) to see if there was any water
inside. Yes, she could see some water inside the jug. The crow tried (e) ____(use an infinitive phrase to
post-modify the verb). Sadly, she found that the neck of the jug was too narrow. Then she tried to
push the jug down for the water to flow out. But she found (f) ____(use a demonstrative to pre-modify
the noun) jug too heavy. The crow thought (g) ____(use a phrase to post-modify the verb) what to do.
(h) ____(use a participle to pre-modify the verb), she saw some pebbles nearby. She (i) ____(pre-
modify the verb) had a good idea. She started picking up the pebbles one by one, dropping each into
the jug. As more and more pebbles filled the jug, the water level kept rising. Soon it was high (j)
____(post-modify the adjective) for the crow to drink. The crow quenched its thirst and flew away.

† †․ ( ) ‪ †․ (b) ․․‫‫‬ •
” ‪ ‧ ․ ‫‫‥ ‫‬ (c) ’ ․ ‪ ‚ ‪
‪ †․ ‫‥ …‫‬ (d) ” … ‥ ‥ ․ ‫‫‬
‚‪ ․ ‫…‫‬ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ․ (e) ․
‥‫․ ‫‬ ‥ ‫… …‫‬ ‥ ‫…‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬
‚ ․ (f) ‫‥ …‫‬ ․ ․ (g) ․․
(h) ․ ‪ ․ ‪ ․‪ ․ ․ ‥ (i) †․
† ․† ․․ ․ ․ ․ ‫…‫‬ ․ ․ ‫…‫‬
․ ‛ † (j) ” ․ ․ ․ ‫․․ ‫‬
† ” …
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Answers with Explanation

 (a) summer → - ․ ‬
 (b) thirsty → ․ ․ ’ ‬
 (c) extremely → ‬
 (d) quickly → ․ ․ ‬
 (e) to drink → ․ ‫” ‫‬ ‬
 (f) this → ‫…‫‬ ‬
 (g) for a while → ․ ‬
 (h) looking around → ․ ․ ‥ ‬
 (i) immediately → ․ ․ ‬
 (j) enough → ” ‬

16. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
I had a peculiar experience (a) ____(Post-modify the verb) while travelling to St. Martin's Island. I visited
the island along with my family. Zahid, (b) ____(Post-modify the noun with an appositive), was our
guide. On our way to the island, we watched (c) ____(demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) sea gulls.
The (d) ____(Pre-modify the noun) birds were flying (e) ____(Post-modify the verb) with the ship. They
became (f) ____(Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) dear and friendly to us. We entertained
them with chips and biscuits. (g) ____(Use a present participle to pre-modify the verb) them we became
(h) ____(Use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) excited. We decided (i) ____(Use an infinitive
phrase to post-modify the verb) in the idyllic island for a couple of days. We can never forget (j) ____(Use
a demonstrative to pre-modify the adjective phrase) lovely sea birds.

‚ †․ ( ) ’ ’ ․ ‪ ‥ ‚ ‪
‚ ‚ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ (b) ‚
…‛ ‪ ‚ (c) ․… ‥ (d) ‥ (e)
‫‫ ‫‬ ” ‪ ‚ ‫( ‫‬f) † ” ‪
‚ † ‚ ․ ‪ (g) ‚ (h)
” ‫‫‬ ” ‪ ‚ (i) ” …․
‫‫‬ ‚ (j) ․ ‥ ․ ․‥

Answers with Explanation

 (a) unexpectedly → ’ ‚․ ․ ‬
 (b) an experienced traveler → …‛ ‬
 (c) those → ‥ ‬
 (d) beautiful → ‥ ‬
 (e) gracefully → ‥ ” ‬
 (f) very → ‬
 (g) Feeding → ․ ‬
 (h) extremely → Intensi ” ‫‫‬ ‬
 (i) to stay → ․ ․‫‬ ‫‬
 (j) these → ‥ ‬
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17. Read the following text and use modifiers in the blank spaces as directed: —
Rabindranath Togore was a (a) ____(pre-modify the noun) poet of Bangali literature. He was born in a
(b) ____(pre-modify the noun) family at Jarasanko, Kolkata. He went to school (c) ____(post-modify the
verb). He wrote his (d) ____(pre-modify the noun) verse at the age of eight. At the age of seventeen, he
went to London (e) ____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) school there. He was put up in a lodging
house under the care of a (f) ____(pre-modify the noun) coach, Mr. Scott. He was lucky (g) ____(post-
modify the adjective with an infinitive) an English family of Mr. Scott. He also visited the House of
Parliament (h) ____(post-modify the verb with an infinitive) Gladstone and John Bright's debates on
Irish rule. He wrote letters to Kolkata (i) ____(post-modify the verb with a present participle) English
society. At this, his family thought that they might lose their son (j) ____(post-modify the verb). So, he
was called back to Kolkata.

․ ‪ ( ) ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ †․ (b)
‫‫‬ ․ ‪ (c) (d)
․ ‚ ‪ ‥‪ ‪ (e)
†․ (f) ___ ․ -† †․ ‫” ‫‬ ‪ (g) -
• ․ ‪ (h)
․ ․ ‥‪
(i) † (j) ․
‛ ․․ ․ ‚

Answers with Explanation

 (a) great → ‬
 (b) noble → ‬
 (c) regularly → • ’ ‬
 (d) first → ․ ‬
 (e) to study → • ” ‬
 (f) kind → Adject ․ -† ‬
 (g) to meet → … … ‬
 (h) to observe → • ” ‬
 (i) describing → ‛ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‬
 (j) forever → ‬

18. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Raja, (a) ____(post-modify the noun with an appositive), is known to his classmates as a good student.
He has (b) ____(use a quantifier to pre-modify the noun) good qualities. He knows that the (c)
____(use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) duty of a student is to study and he never neglects (d)
____(use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) duty. He prepares (e) ____(use possessive to pre-
modify the noun) lessons regularly. He maintains discipline. He knows the value of time. He gets up (f)
____(post-modify the verb with an adverb) so that he can get enough time to study. He goes to school
(g) ____(post-modify the verb with an adverb). He never wastes a (h) ____(use determines to pre-
modify the noun) moment in vain. Raja is (i) ____(pre-modify the adjective with an intensifier) gentle.
He always obeys his parents and teachers. He never mixes with (j) ____(pre-modify the noun) boys. A
student like Raja is a great asset of a nation.
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‫) ( ‫‬ ․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ‪ (b)
‚‪ ‫‫‬ †․‫ ‫‬‪ (c) _ †
․‥ ‛ (d) ’ ․ (e) ․
‫‫‬ ‥ ‬ (f) • ‫‫‬
(g) ․‥ ‛ (h) ’ ․ ‫( ‫‬i)
- † ․ ’ … ․ ․‥ ‛ (j)
‪ ‫‫‬ †․‫ ‫‬‪ ‫‫‬ ‫․† ‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) a diligent student → ’ ‬

 (b) many → ‥ ‬
 (c) primary → ‬
 (d) this → ‬
 (e) his → ‬
 (f) early → ‬
 (g) punctually → ‬
 (h) single → ‬
 (i) very → ‬
 (j) bad → ‥ ‬

19. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Kazi Nazrul Islam is called the Shelley of Bengali literature. He was a (a) ____(pre-modify the noun) poet.
He wrote (b) ____(post-modify the verb) in every branch of Bengali literature. Nazrul, (c) ____(use an
appositive), won the attention of everyone in his early childhood. He wrote ceaselessly until the death of
(d) ____(use possessive pronoun) poetic flair. He composed his songs (e) ____(use an infinitive phrase
to post modify the verb). His songs are (f) ____(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective)
melodious. He enriched the Bengali literature (g) ____(use an adverb to pre-modify the verb). His
literary works have enriched (h) ____(use a noun adjective) literature. He was (i) ____(use an article)
secular poet. He sang the songs of equality (j) ____(use an adverbial phrase).

․‫‫ ‫‬ ‛ ․ ‪ ( ) ․
‥ (b) ‥ ‫‫‬ (c)
‛ ․ ‚․ ․ ‪ (d) ․ ’ ‥‪
(e) … ․ ‪ … (f)
․ (g) ․ ‪ ․ (h) ․
․ ‪ (i) ․ ‪ (j) …
… ‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) revolutionary → ‬
 (b) frequently → ‥ ‬
 (c) a fearless literary genius → ‫‫‬ ‬
 (d) his → ․ ‬
 (e) to inspire → … ” ‬
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 (f) extremely → … ‬
 (g) significantly → ․ ‬
 (h) modern → - ․ ‬
 (i) a → ‫‫‬ ․
 (j) with great passion → … ‚ … ‬

20. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
The people of Bangladesh have expressed their shock (a) ____(post modify the verb) at the reaction
of the Pakistan Parliament. Pakistan strongly protested the execution of two (b) ____(pre- modify the
noun) collaborators who committed crimes against humanity on their own people in 1971. There is a
demand for apology from (c) ____(use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) government for the
crimes of its army during the liberation war of Bangladesh. Recently Pakistan's National Assembly may
be within its rights (d) ____(use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb) for the execution of two
collaborators. But it is quite clear to us that Pakistan always tries to erase its past history. To erase (e)
____(use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) history is not easy because history continues to
follow all of us. Pakistan, (f) ____(post modify the noun with an appositive), cannot come out of its
military influence. As a result, the country has become (g) ____(use an intensifier to pre-modify the
adjective) barbarous. So Pakistan is going down (h) ____(use an adverb to post-modify the verb). The
founder of Pakistan Mr. Jinnah was physically (i) ____(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective)
weak and so, the state always tried to show its physical strength since (j) ____(use a possessive to pre-
modify the noun ) birth.

‫… ‫‬ ․ ( ) ․ ․ ‪ ․
‫‫ ‫‬ … ’ ․ (b) ‛ …
․ ‫‫‬ ‪ ․․ (c) ’ ‫‫‬
• ” ‪ ․‫‫‬ (d)
’ ․ ‥ ․ † ‚ ․ ‪† ․ ․ ’ ‛ ‪ (e)
‛ ‪ ‫․ ‫‬ ‛ ‚ ․ ․’ ․ ․ (f)
․ ․ (g)
” ‪ ‛ ․ (h) ’ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ (i)
‪ ‛ (j) ․‛ ․
․ ‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) profoundly → … ‬
 (b) war criminal → - ’ ‬
 (c) Pakistani → - ․ ‬
 (d) to question → ․ ’ ‬
 (e) this → ‛ ‬
 (f) a nation influenced by military rule → ․ ․ ‬
 (g) increasingly → ‬
 (h) rapidly → ․ … ‬
 (i) very → ․ ‬
 (j) its → ‫‫‬ ‬

21. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
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A village doctor is a very (a) ____ (pre-modify the noun) person in the rural areas of Bangladesh. He is
(b) ____(pre-modify the verb) known as quack. A village doctor is not a (c) ____(pre-modify' the noun)
doctor. He usually sits in a small dispensary (d) ____(post modify the verb). He treats the patients (e)
____(use a participle phrase to post-modify the verb). A village doctor is not a (f) ____(pre-modify the
noun) man. His chamber is (g) ____(pre-modify the verb) furnished. He cannot supply costly medicine
to (h) ____(pre-modify the noun) patients. In our country, the number of qualified doctors is (i)
____(use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) few. So, a village doctor is a great friend to the (j)
____(pre-modify the noun) villagers.

†․‫‫‬ ’ ( ) (b)
†․‫‫‬ (c) (d)
†․ ‪ … (e)
․ ․ †․‫‫‬ (f) (g) ‫‫‬ (h)
… • ․ ‚ … ‥ (i)
․ ‛ †․‫‫‬ (j) †․‫‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) important → ‬
 (b) commonly → ‬
 (c) professional → ’ ‬
 (d) in the morning and evening → ․ ‫‫‬ ‬
 (e) charging → … ․‪ ․ • ‬
 (f) wealthy → Adjective ‚ ․’ ‬
 (g) poorly → ‫‫‬ ‬
 (h) needy → … ’ ‬
 (i) very → ‬
 (j) rural → ․ ‫‫‬ ‬

22. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Sabbir is (a) ____(use determiner to pre modify the noun phrase) ideal student. He prepares (b)
____(use possessive to pre modify the noun) lessons in collaboration with his teachers. He does (c)
____(post modify the verb) in every examination as he does not waste time. He knows time once lost
is lost for ever. So, he utilizes every moment. During his free time he goes to his native village. He
teaches (d) ____(pre modify the noun) people. He wants (e) ____(use an infinitive phrase to post
modify the verb) illiteracy from his village. (f) ____(use present participle to pre modify the verb)
illiteracy from his village, he wants to bring about massive development there. He is (g) ____(use an
intensifier to pre modify the adjective) devoted to God. He says prayer (h) ____(use quantifier to pre
modify the noun) times a day. He never tells a lie. He respects his parents very much. Other superiors
are also respected by him. His father, (i) ____(post modify the noun phrase with an appositive)
supports him cordially. His mother, an ideal housewife, (j) ____(pre modify the verb) supports him
very much. Such a student like Sabbir is rarely found nowadays.
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( ) ____ ‚ ‪ (b) ․ … ․
(c) ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ †․
‛ ․․ ‫… ‫‬ ’ ‫‫‬ (d)
․ (e) (f)
‥ ․” ‚ (g) “ (h)
‫‚‫‬ ․ ․‥ • - ․’ ․
’ • ․ (i) ․‚ ․
․ †․‫… ‚ ‫‬ (j) _ ․’ ․ ‪
‚‫‛ ‥ ․‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) an → ” ‥․
 (b) his → ․
 (c) well → ․ … ‬
 (d) poor → ‫… ‫‬ ‚ ․’ ‬
 (e) to eradicate → ․ ” ‬
 (f) Removing → ․ ․‫‫‬ ‬
 (g) highly → “ ‬
 (h) five → ‫‫‬ ‥ ‬
 (i) a well-respected elder → ․ ‥ ․
 (j) always → ․ ‬

23. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Ayesha Begum has three sons and two daughters. Her husband was a (a) ____(pre-modify the noun)
farmer who used (b) ____(post-modify the verb by using infinitive) on other people's land. With great
effort they married (c) ____(use a pronoun) daughters off by the time they reached teenage. The sons
also started (d) ____(use present participle to modify the verb) with their father as (e) ____(pre-
modify the noun) labourers when they were old enough to help. By the time they were seventeen,
they left for towns (f) ____(use infinitive to post modify the verb) money. At first they used to send
money to their parents (g) ____(use an adverb to post modify the verb) but after getting married they
barely had enough to support their (h) ____(pre-modify the noun) families. Out of desperation,
Ayesha Begum started (i) ____(post-modify the verb) in the village to feed her old, (j) ____(pre-modify
the noun) husband and herself.

‚ … † ‛․ ‪ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․‪
’ ‫‫‬ ․‫․‫‬ ․ ․ ․
‪ ‚ …‛ • ․‫․‫‬ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬
‥ ․ ” ‪ ‪ ․ ” ‫‫‬
․ - ․ ․ ․ ․
‫‫‬ ‥ ‛․ ‚ …
․‫‫‬ ․ ’ • ‫•‥․ ‫‬

Answers with Explanation

 (a) poor → ‚ ․’ ․ ‪
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 (b) to work → ․ ․․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (c) their → ․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (d) working → ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
 (e) day → - ․ ‬ ‪
 (f) to earn → • ” ‬ ‪
 (g) regularly → ․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (h) own → ․ ‬ ‪
 (i) weaving → ‚ … ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‬ ‪
 (j) sick → ․’ ․ ‬ ‪

24. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
A balanced diet is a good mixture of (a) ____(pre modify the noun) foods. It is essential for us (b)
____(post modify the adjective with an infinitive) a healthy life. There are many benefits of eating a (c)
____(pre modify the noun) diet because it prevents (d) ____(use determiner to premodify the noun)
diseases. As a result, we do not get sick (e) ____(post modify the verb with an adverb). We should
select (f) ____(pre modify the noun with possessive) diet according to our needs. We should not eat
the (g) ____(use adjective to pre modify the noun) foods for the whole week. We can keep fit (h)
____(use a participle) a balanced diet. But it is not easy (i) ____(post modify the adjective with an
infinitive) a balanced diet. Here (j) ____(use a determiner) nutritionist can help us.

‥ ․ ‥ †․ † ‚ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥
’ ‥ ’ ․” ․ ‪ ․ † …
․ ‚ (e) __ ‛ ’ ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‚ ’
․ ” ‚ †․‛ ‥ ‥• ” ‚
‥ ’ ․ ․ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬ †‥ †․‫‫‬
‚ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) nutritious → ‥ ‬ ‪
 (b) to maintain → ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥ ” ‬ ‪
 (c) balanced → ‥ ‬ ‪
 (d) various → … … ‥ ‬ ‪
 (e) frequently → ․ ’ • ‬ ‪
 (f) our → … ‥ ․ ‬ ‪
 (g) similar → †․‛ ‥ ‥• ‬ ‪
 (h) by following → ‫‫‬ ‥ ‬ ‪
 (i) to maintain → ‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ‬ ‪
 (j) a professional → ․ ‬ ‪

25. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Deforestation means cutting down of trees (a) ____(post-modify the verb). To meet up the basic
needs of food and housing, trees are being cut in large scale and thus it causes (b) ____(pre-modify
the noun) imbalance. Besides, there are some dishonest people who cut trees in our forest (c)
____(use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb). The (d) ____(use a noun adjective to pre-
modify the noun) level is rising and many parts of the world are going to be engulfed by the sea in near
future. New areas of the world are (e) ____(use a participle to pre-modify the verb) turned into desert
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as a result of deforestation. So, we must stop (f) ____(use a participle to post-modify the verb) down
trees unnecessarily. (g) ____(use a participle to pre-modify the noun) trees indiscriminately will be
hazardous for our future existence. If we destroy tress (h) ____ (use an adverbial phrase to post-
modify the verb) one day the country will turn into a great desert. The (i) ____(use a participle to pre-
modify the noun) temperature will cause green house effect. Necessary measures should be taken (j)
____(use an infinitive phrase to post-modify the verb).

”‫․ ‫‬ ’ ․ …‪․ ‥ • ․ ‫‫‬

․ …‪․ ‪† † … ‪ †‪ ․‪ ’
‚ ․…‪․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪†
’ ․’ ’ ‪ ’
‪ ”‫‫‬ ‛ ‚ ’ ‫‫‬ …‪․ ․
…‪ ․ ‚ ’ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ․
‪ ‛ …‪ ․ †․ †․ ” ”‫‫‬
․ ”‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ”

Answers with Explanation

 (a) recklessly → ”‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪

 (b) environmental → - ”‫‫‬ … ‬ ‪
 (c) to sell → …‪․ ” ‬ ‪
 (d) sea → - • ‬ ‪
 (e) gradually → • … ‬ ‪
 (f) cutting → Present parti ․ ․ ‬ ‪
 (g) destroying → ”‫‫‬ ․ ‬ ‪
 (h) without caution → …‪ ․ ’ ․” ‬ ‪
 (i) rising → ” ‬ ‪
 (j) to prevent → ”‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‬ ‪

26. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Cricket is an (a) ___ (pre-modify the noun) game. It is not a game of (b) ___ (use possessive to pre-
modify the noun) country. A (c) ___ (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) match is played
between two teams. (d) ___(use a distributive pronoun to per-modify the noun) team consists of
eleven players. A cricket field must be (e) ___ (post modify the noun). It requires two wooden bats, a
ball & two sets of stamps. (f) ___ (use a numeral adjective to pre-modify the noun) umpires conduct
the game. Sometimes, a third umpire is required (g) ___ (use an infinitive to post-modify the verb) an
acute confusion. (h) ___ (use a participle to pre-modify the noun) the opportunity, the batter hits the
ball away at a good distance and runs to the opposite wicket. If (i) ___ (use an indefinite pronoun to
pre-modify the noun) batter is out, next batter comes in his place. Both teams try (j) ___ (use an
adverbial phrase to post modify) to out all batters of the opposite.

․ †․ ( ) ‥ † (b) ‥ †․ (c)
’ (d) †… ‫‥ ‫‬ …
†․ ․ (e) • ” † ‛ ․ †․ †
‫( ‫‬f) ‚ ‥ ․ ․‥ • ․‥ • ‚ (g)
‫‫‬ (h)
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‚‧ ․ † ”‛ ․ (i) ‚”
‚ ” (j) ․ ‚” ․ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) exciting → ․ ‚․ ‬
 (b) our → ․ ‬
 (c) sports → - ‬
 (d) each → ‬
 (e) well-maintained → - ’ ‬
 (f) two → ‚ ‥ ‬
 (g) to resolve → ‫‫‬ ․ ” ‬
 (h) grabbing → Prese … • ․ ‬
 (i) any → ’ ‬
 (j) strategically → ․ ‥ ․ ‬

27. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
People around were just watching as the (a) ___ (pre-modify the noun) boy started (b) ___ (post-
modify the verb) into the (c) ___ (pre-modify the noun) canal. Then the traffic constable came. (d) ___
(pre-modify the noun with a present participle) no time, he jumped into the canal. The (e) ___ (pre-
modify the noun with an adjective) constable did not think of his (f) ___ (pre-modify the noun) life. He
was (g) ___ (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) kind that he risked his life. People (h) ___
(post-modify the noun) by the canal praised him (i) ___ (post-modify the verb with an adverb). This
type of person is a model (j) ___ (post-modify the noun).

․ ‥‪ ‥ ( ) ‪ (b) (c)
‥ † ․․ † (d) ‥ ‬ (e)
․ (f) ‫‫‬ ․ (g)
‪ ‫‫ ‫‬ ․‬․ (h) ․ (i)
†‛ ‫( ․† ‫‬j)

Answers with Explanation

 (a) small → ‪ ‚․ ‬
 (b) drowning → - ․ ‧ ‬
 (c) deep → ‥ … ‬
 (d) wasting no time → ‬
 (e) brave → ․ ‬
 (f) own → ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‬
 (g) very → ․ ‬
 (h) standing by the canal → - ․ ’ ‬
 (i) greatly → ․ ‬
 (j) role model → - ‫‚ ‫‬ ‬

28. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Amerigo, (a) ___ (use noun in apposition) lives alone. His parents now live separate and none of them
wants (b) ___ (use infinitive to post modify the verb) his responsibility. (c) ___ (use possessive to pre-
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modify the noun) mother told him to go away because she is married to another man. (d) ___ (use
determiner to pre-modify the noun) streets are now his home. He wanted (e) ___ (use adjective to
pre- modify the noun) money from his father to buy a (f) ___ (use noun adjective to pre-modify the
noun) ticket. But his father did not answer. He earns his living by working hard. (g) ___ (use adverbial
to pre-modify the verb) he finds work. Some of (h) ___ (use demonstrative to pre-modify the noun)
works are very risky for him. Once he sold ice-cream (i) ___ (use prepositional phrase to post modify
the verb). But he got (j) ___ (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) money in return from the owner
of the ice-cream shop.

‚ … †․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †․ ․ - †‥ ‚ ․ †
․”‛ ․ ‪ ․ ’
†․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ †‛ †‥ ․‪ ․ ․ ‪
‪ †․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ” ․
․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․‫‫ ‥ ‫‬ †‛ ․‫‫‬ ․‪
‫’ ‫‬ ․ †․ ‚‛ ․ ‪ ․
’ ․ ․ ․ ․‪ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) a lonely resident → ‚ … ‫‫‬ ‬

 (b) to take → ․ ’ ‬
 (c) his → ․ ‬
 (d) these → ‬
 (e) some → ․ ‬
 (f) bus → - ․ ‬
 (g) every morning → ․‫‫‥ ‫‬ ‬
 (h) these → ․‫‬ ‫‬
 (i) selling → ‚‛ ․ ‬
 (j) little → ․ ‬

29. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Once there lived a (a) ___ (pre-modify the noun) fox in a jungle. One day, while he was walking (b) ___
(post modify the verb with a prepositional phrase), he fell into a trap and lost his tail. He felt very
unhappy and sad. But the fox was (c) ___ (pre-modify the adjective) cunning too. He hit upon a plan
and invited all the foxes (d) ___ (use an infinitive phrase). When all the foxes arrived, the fox, (e) ___
(use an appositive), said, "My dear friends, I have discovered a new thing. It is that (f) ___ (use a
possessive to pre-modify the noun) tails are quite useless. They look (g) ___ (pre-modify the
adjective) ugly and dirty too. So, we all should cut off our tails, shouldn't we?" Most of them agreed
with the cunning fox (h) ___ (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) their tails. But an old and (i) ___
(pre-modify the noun) fox said to the cunning fox, "My friend, your plan is nice but evil. Actually you
want to cut off our tails because you have lost (j) ___ (pre-modify the noun with a determiner) tail of
your own."

†․ †․ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ †․ ‥ ‫‫‬
‪ †․ † ‫‫‬ ‥ ‛ ‥ • ’ ․ ․
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’ ‪ †․ ․ ․ † †․ …
‥ ” ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚
‚ †․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ‪ † ‚ ‫․ †‫‬ ’․‫† ‫‬
’ ․ † ‚ ‛ ․‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ‛
… †․ ‫․‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ †
․ ‚ ․ ․ ․ ․
‚ ‫․‫‬ •․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‪

Answers with Explanation

 (a) clever → ‬
 (b) through the jungle → Preposi ’ ‬
 (c) very → ․ ‬
 (d) to attend a meeting → ” ‬
 (e) who lost his tail → ’ ‬
 (f) our → ‫‫‬ ‫‬ ‫‬
 (g) very → ‫․ ‫‬ ‬
 (h) to remove → ‫․‫‬ ‬
 (i) wise → ‬
 (j) own → ‫‫‬ ‫‬ ‫‬

30. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces: —
Long ago, there was an (a) ___ (pre-modify the noun) king in England. He was tired of ruling and
needed rest. He had (b) ___ (pre-modify the noun) daughters Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. 1le made
up his mind (c) ___ (post-modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) among his daughters. But, at first,
he wanted (d) ___ (post- modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) how much they loved him. Firstly,
the king asked his (e) ___ (pre-modify the noun) daughter how much she loved him. Goneril declared
that she loved him (f) ___ (use an intensifier to post-modify the verb) than she could say. Lear, the
king, was (g) ___ (pre-modify the adjective) satisfied. He gave her one-third of the kingdom. Then he
asked his (h) ___ (pre-modify the noun) daughter Regan. She replied that her love for him would
never change. She was able (i) ___ (post-modify the adjective with an infinitive) him. So, the king gave
another-third of his kingdom. Then, it was the turn of Cordelia, the (j) ___ (pre- modify the noun)
daughter of the king.

’ ․ ‚… ‛ †․ ‫ ‫‬‪ ․ ‪ †
‫ ‫‬‪ ․ … … † ․ ‪ ․
‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ‛ ․․
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ ․․ …
‧ ․ ․ ’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥
․ ‫․† ‫‬- † ․ ․ … ․‫‫‬
․ ” ․‥ (i) ‥․
‪ ‛ ‫․ ‚ ‫ ‫‬- ․ † ․ ‪ ‫‫‬
‪ ․ ․‫‫‬ ․

Answers with Explanation

 (a) old → ‫‫‬ ‬

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 (b) three → ․ ‥ ‬
 (c) to divide the kingdom → ‫‫‬ ․ ‬
 (d) to know how much they loved him → ‫” ‫‬ ‬
 (e) eldest → ‫․ ‫‬ ‬
 (f) extremely → ‬
 (g) very → ‬
 (h) middle → ․ ‬
 (i) to make happy → ․ … ‬
 (j) youngest → ․ ’ ‬

Sentence Connectors

01. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
There are a good number of reasons why students in Bangladesh fail in English. (a) ____ English is a foreign
language. (b) ____ students have no good feeling with English. (c) ____ teaching a foreign language becomes
very difficult when the learners are not mentally prepared to receive it. (d) ____ a teacher of English can
hardly find out a technique suitable for all. (e) ____ they fail to make the language learning interesting. (f)
____ the motto of the questions in public examinations inspires memorizing rather than learning the
language. (g) ____ students can be successful in English if teachers are trained well. Students should be
encouraged to learn four skills of language. The four skills of language are speaking, listening, reading and
writing. Every teacher should put emphasis on the four skills of language. (h) ____ they should give
importance to communicative approach. (i) ____ spontaneous communication of a language helps one learn
it easily. (j) ____ every student should be involved in communicative approach.

‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․․ ‚‪ ‛ ‫․† ‫‬
‛ ‫‫‬ ’ ‛ ‥ ․ ‥ †․
‥ ‥ ․ †․‫‫ ‛ ‫‬ ․† ․ ‥‫‫‬ ․
‫” ‫‬ ‥ ․ ‚․ ․ f) ․ ‛
‥ ․ ․” ․ ‥ ․ ․ ‛ ‫‫‬
‥ ” ․ ” †․
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… … †․‫․ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ․ … … ․ ․
”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– † †․ ․ † ․ ” ․
–’ † ‥ ․
–† …․
– ․ ” ․
– ․ ‧ ‬
– ” ․ …
– ․ †․ ‫‫‬
– ’
– ‛ ․ ․
–’ † ․ ․ ‬

02. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
A student should prepare himself to face the problems (a) ____ lie before him. He is (b) ____ an
individual (c) ____ a member of the community too. He should try to equip himself fully (d) ____ in
future he can be able to discharge his duties as an individual (e) ____ as a member of the community
to (f) ____ he belongs. (g) ____ he wastes his time in (h) ____ activities (i) ____ agitational politics, his
future will be doomed. The students should not forget that their main duty is to study. (j) ____ it is
their first and foremost duty also.

†․‫‫‬ ․† ․ ․
‪ ․ †․‫‫‬ ‫‫․† • ‫‬
․ †․‫‫‬ † ‫‫․† ‫‬ ’
’ ․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
† † ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– ․ ‥ ․ ‪
– ․ ‛ ’ ‚
– ‚ • -† ’
(d) s – ” ․ ․
– ‫‫‬ †․ ‬
– ․ ‥ ․ ‪
– ․
–† ․ ․ ․ ‬
– ” ‬
–‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ” ․

03. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
(a) ____, most of our students cannot write out their examination paper fairly. (b) ____ they cannot
understand the questions properly; they often beat about the bush and cram their answers with
irrelevant and unnecessary details. (c) ____ they fail to arrange their answers neatly, clearly and
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systematically. (d) ____ the teacher suggests that their answer should be brief and precise, they often
lengthen unnecessarily where size does not matter at all. (e) ____, they have a silly notion that the
more they write, the more will be their marks. (f) ____, the reality is just the opposite; their long
answers generally become disgusting. (g) ____, such answers always earn unhappy marks. If you want
to get expected marks, all you should do is to understand the questions well and answer them just to
the point. Don't worry if your answers are fairly short. (h) ____, try to answer the question more or less
in your own English. (i) ____ plain and clear English is not bad. Again your handwriting should be
legible. (j) ____, you will get poor marks in the exam.

‚ … ․ ‥ ‥ ․
‬ ‛’ ․† ’ ‫‫‬ ” ”
† ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ” † • ” ‥
’ ‫‫‬ ” ․ ․ ”
” ․ † ” ‥ ‛ ‚
․ • ‬ ‫”‫ ‫‬ • ‫‛ ‫‬ ‫” ‫‬
․ † ‛ ‫‥ •‫‬ ‚ ‥• • ”
․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– ‚‫․‫‬ ‬
– ․ ‥ ․
– ‬
– • ․
–‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․
– ․ ‥
–
– ’
–‚ ․ ‥
–’ ․ ‛

04. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
There is a ‗ man healthy, wealthy and wise." (a) ____,
a person who gets up early in the morning enjoys several benefits. (b) ____, he can walk in the morning.
It is a simple exercise. (c) ____ it is very beneficial for both our physical and mental health. (d) ____, he
can enjoy the fresh air of the morning. (e) ____, morning walk is free from noise and pollution. (f) ____, it
also provides us with a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature in the cold and calm
atmosphere. (g) ____, an early riser can offer his Fazar prayer. (h) ____, he can get extra time to work
which helps him earn more. (i) ____, an early riser can also get enough time to study which makes him
wise. (j) ____, we should develop this habit of getting up early in the morning.

†․ ‚ ‪‗ ‧ •† ” † †․‫․ ‫‬ † ․ ‘
†․‫• ․ ‫‬ ’ ․” ․ ․ † †․ ‫‫‬
† ‚ ․• ․ ‫․ ” ‥ ‫‬ ․ ․ ” …․
․ • † ‚ ․ ” … ․ †․ ’
… †․‫‫‬ • ‫‫‬ ‫‚‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬
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… ․ ‚ ․ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․ •
․ ․ ‚ †‛ ’ … ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– ․ ” ․ ․ ‫‫‬
–” ‬
– ” ․
– ’ ․
– ‚ • …․
(f) Furthermore – ‚ • ’
– ” ․
– ’
– ”
–’ † ․

05. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
We should always keep in mind (a) ____ all kinds of physical exercise are not suitable for all (b) ____
different people have different capacities. (c) ____, harder exercise (d) ____ wrestling and gymnastics
are suitable for young people (e) ____ have energy to perform them. Weaker and old people should
take the milder exercise (f) ____ walking, jogging and free hand exercise. Over exercise never does
good (g) ____ breaks down the health. (h) ____, we should always take (i) ____ exercises as would suit
us. Physical exercise is important for the preservation of good health. It (j) ____ builds our character.

‚ ‥” ․ ‫” ‫‬ …
‪ ․ ․ •‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ” …
† ․ ‚‪ • ․ ․ ” †
’ ․ ․ ‚ †
․ ” ‚ ‫‫‬ ” … ․ ‫‫‬ † ‚
… ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– assertive clause-†
–․ ‥ ․
–” ․ ”
– ” ․
–
– ”
– ․
–’ †
–† -† … ‬
– ’ ” ․ ‬

06. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
In life we want to be perfect. (a) ____ to attain perfection in life is impossible (b) ____ man is originally
imperfect. (c) ____ we should try to be great. (d) ____ be great we have to achieve certain qualities. (e)
____ we have to be truthful. (f) ____ this is (g) ____ the best virtue in our life. It gives rise to many other
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virtues (h) ____ makes us respectable in society. (i) ____ we must be truthful (j) ____ we can be great
in life.

‫‫‬ ‚ ‥ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‥ • ’ ’ ‚
․ ” ‚ ․‪ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‚
† ‚ ‫‫‬ † ‚ •’ ․ ‫‫‬
‫‚‫‬ ‫․․ ‫‬ ‚ ’ ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

–․ ․ ․
– ․ ‬
–’ † ․
(d) I –․ ‫” ‫‬ ‬
– ․
–․ ‥
– ’ …․
– ․ ․
– ‬
– ․ ” ‬

07. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
Home is the word (a) ____ gives solace to each (b) ____ every soul in the universe. Home is the place
(c) ____ people feel secured. (d) ____ a fortunate child I have my loving parents and one brother. My
mother is affection personified. My father is earning (e) ____ a disciplined man. I nave tremendous
regard for both of them. (f) ____ my mother gets angry with me, I feel restless (g) ____ I make mother
happy again. My father is a quiet person (h) ____ at times (i) ____ he has spare time, he plays with us and
tells us interesting stories. And my brother is the cutest person I have ever seen. (j) ____ he is very small,
he is quite capable of expressing his concern for me.

‚ ․ ․ † †․
․ ‚ … ‚ ‚‪ - • †․‫‫‬ ‛ ‚
․ ‚ ” ‫․ ‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ‚ ” … ’
․ ‚ • …․ ‚ ’ (g) ‚ ․‥ ․ ‚
†․‫‫‬ ‬ ‬ ‚ ‥ † … ‚ ‛‚
‥ ‥ ‪ • ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a –
–† ․
– ‥ ‬
– ․ ‬
– †․ ‬
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– ‥ ‬
– ” ‬
–† …
– ‥ ‬
– • ” ․

08. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
Soil is necessary for life (a) ____ most of our foods come from soil. It is true (b) ____ some of us eat
meat. (c) ____ meat comes from animals that live on plants (d) ____ again grow on soil. (e) ____ we do
not give food to soil, plants will become weak. (f) ____ natural and inorganic manure are necessary for
cultivation. (g) ____ compost manure is widely used in cultivation. (h) ____ agriculture scientists
discourage the farmers to use pesticides, (i) ____ they opt for a method of catching pests in traditional
way. (j) ____ it is not so popular.

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ …‥ ․‚ † ‚ ․”

․” ‥ ‚ ․ ” ‥ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‚
․‥ ‛ ” ․ ․•․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
‡ … ․ † ‫‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

–․ ‥
– ․
–․ ‬
– relat
– ‬
– ‛ ‬
– ․
– • ‬
– ‛ ․ ‬
–․ ․ ․ ‬

09. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
There have been significant changes in the types of entertainment over time. Many of these no longer
exist. (a) ____ they do, people keep looking for newer forms of entertainment. (b) ____ snake
charming, puppet shows, jatra, jarigan, sharigan and kabigan which were common forms of
entertainment in the past, have almost lost their appeal. (c) ____, radio were used to be a good source
of entertainment. (d) ____ it is giving place to TV, and to satellite channels in particular. (e) ____, the
entertainment business, like other spheres of life, is getting westernized. (f) ____, folk music or
palligeeti is now sung with western instruments. (g) ____, modern music is now fusing melodies from
folk and traditional songs. (h) ____, band and pop music is becoming more and more popular,
particularly among the young generation. (i) ____ sport has become a great source of entertainment
today. (j) ____ football, which used to be the most popular spectator sport in Bangladesh, is gradually
being replaced by cricket.

” ‥ … † ‪ ’ ․ ‚ ‛ ․ •
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‥ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥ ‫… ‫‬ … •․ … ’
• ‚․ ‪ • †․ ” ‪ †
†‥ ‛ ․ ‪ ‪ ‫‫ • …‫‬ ’
‪ ․ … †‥ …• ‪ ‚ ․ … †‥
․•‡ ‪ • ‛‫‫‬ ‪
‥ • †‥ ” †․ ‫‫‬ ‥ †‥
․ ․ ‪ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– • ‬
–”
– †․ ’ ‬
(d) – †‥ ’ ‬
– ’
– †‪ • ‚ •
–‚ ․ ‬
– ‬
– ’
–․ ‬

10. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Time is a special resource that you cannot store or save for future use. (a) ____ it is managed properly
to gain success. The skills of managing time properly are called time management skills. (b) ____ these
skills are necessary for job hunting and career success (c) ____ it is essential to improve these skills.
(d) ____ there are several useful strategies that can be used to improve your time management skills.
(e) ____ have clear goal in mind. (f) ____ set up your priorities. (g) ____ block out time for your high
priority activities first and protect that time from interruptions. (h) ____ set a deadline to do them and
try your best to stick to it. (i) ____ your skills will help you avoid stress in completing any work
successfully (j) ____ reward yourself when the job is done.

†․ ‫‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ † ․
’‫․ ‫‬ ․ †‛
․ ‥‫․ † ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ †‛ ” ․
’ †‛ ” ․‪ ․ ․ ․ ‪ ․
‚ ’ ․ ․ ” ’ ․ ․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ․ † ‛
․ ‧ † ‫‫‬ ․․ † ․ †‛
․ ․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ ․‫‫‬ ‫․‫‬ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

– †‛‫‫‬ ․ ‬
– ‛ ‫‫‬
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– ‛ ‬
– • •
– ․
– ‬
– ‬
– ․ ‬
(i) T –† ‬
–† ’ ․‫‫‬ ‬

11. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks spaces of the following passage :
The gifts of science are uncountable. (a) ____ we cast our eyes, we see the wonders of science.
Satellite TV channels are the means through (b) ____ we can see and hear the events (c) ____ are
happening all over the world. (d) ____, today we have specialized satellite channels on almost every
interest. (e) ____, people now have more choices and more freedom about television programmes.
Satellite channels help us a lot by reporting on climatic conditions of different parts of the world. (f)
____, we can be aware of storms, cyclones and tidal bores. (g) ____ satellite channels are helping us to
a great extent to enrich our own culture and tradition. (h) ____ satellite channels are playing a
favourable role, it is (i) ____ doing harm to our young and new generation. (j) ____ still we cannot deny
the immense benefits we are getting from satellite channels.

” ’… ‚ ‚ ‥ ․ ‚ ‥ ‛
‛ † ‚ ‧ • ‧ ‥ †
(c) ____ ‫ ‧ ‫‬‪ ‚‫․‫‬ ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‛
‪ ‚ • ‪ † ‪
‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ’ ․ ․
‚ ‬ ‛ † ‫‫‬ ․ ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬
† ‡ ․ ․ ’ ․ ․ ‪ ‛ †․ ‛ ․ ․
․ ‪ † ‚ • ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‪ •‚ ‛
․ ’ ․ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Accordingly/and – ’ † sentence connector

(b) However – contrasting
(c) For example/That is – ” ’ explanation ‬
(d) As a result – result ‬
(e) On the other hand – ’ ․ contrast ‬
(f) In fact – ‚ explanation ‬
(g) For instance – ” example ‬
(h) Then/Consequently – ’ † result ‬
(i) Ultimately – result ‬
(j) So – ‛ consequence ‬

12. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks spaces of the following passage :
Bangladesh is mainly an agricultural country. (a) ____, her economy and prosperity depend on
agriculture. (b) ____, our agriculture depends on the mercy of nature. (c) ____, if there is sufficient
rain, people can plough their lands and sow seeds in time. (d) ____, they can reap a good harvest. (e)
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____, if it does not rain in time, the farmers cannot grow the crops easily and they do not have good
harvest. (f) ____, without water our agriculture is lifeless. The rain is not always beneficial to our
agriculture. (g) ____, sometimes it rains so much that it causes floods. (h) ____, our crops go under
water and most often, they are totally destroyed. (i) ____, the farmers who constitute the most part of
our professional people, lose everything. (j) ____ we can safely conclude that our economy depends
on rain.

‚ ‫‫‬ †․ ’ ’ † ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚
․ ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬ ” ․ †․ ” ․ † ‫‫‬
” ․ † †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ † ‚ ․ •’
‥ ‚ ’‫† ․ ‫‬ … ‫‥‫‬ †․‫‫‬
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ † †․ ‫• ‫‬ †․ ‫’ ․† ‫‬ ‫‫‬
․ ․ †․ ’ … … ․ ” ․ (f) _
․ † ‫‫‬ ” ․ • ․ †․
‫‫‬ ․ † ․ ․ ․
․ ‫‥‫‬ † ‫‫‬ ” ․ ‚ ‛ †․ ”
† ‫‫ ‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) If – condition ‬
(b) Not only but also – addition ‬
(c) Once – †․ time/condition ‬
(d) Although/Even though – • concession ‬
(e) Because – ․ reason ‬
(f) While – • contrast ‬
(g) If – condition ‬
(h) Moreover – ‪ addition ‬
(i) Because – ․ reason ‬
(j) Indeed – ‚ ‛ emphasis ‬

13. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Time and tide wait for none. (a) ____ no one can stop the onward march of time. (b) ____, we should
not waste a single moment in vain. (c) ____ , we should make proper use of every single moment of
our life. (d) ____, the students should understand the value of time. It is a matter of great regret that
some of the students pass away their valuable time in Facebook. (e) ____, they kill their time. (f) ____ ,
they cannot prepare their lessons well. (g) ____ they always have a poor preparation for the
examination. (h) ____ they cannot do well in the examination. (i) ____ , they do not stop wasting time.
(j) ____, they continue to waste their time using cell phone and Facebook till it is too late for them.

† ․” ․’ ․ ․” ’ … ‚
†․ •’ ․ ․ ” ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ”
‬” † †․ ‥ ․‪
․ ․ ․ ․
․
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․ ․ (j) __ ․† ‛ ․ ․
‫․ ’ † ‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Since – cause ‬

(b) Therefore – result ‬
(c) Thus – result ‬
(d) Therefore – result ‬
(e) In this way – †‛ manner ‬
(f) Thus – result ‬
(g) As a result – result ‬
(h) Therefore – result ‬
(i) However – contrast ‬
(j) Thus – result ‬

14. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a) ____ possesses this rare quality is the happiest man on earth.
To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness (b) ____ nobody trusts a lair. A liar may prosper for
the time being. (c) ____ ultimately he goes to the dogs. (d) ____ we should be honest. It is said that
honesty is the best policy (e) ____ dishonesty is the sign of downfall. God helps those who are honest.
(f) ____ dishonest people are cursed. Childhood is the best time (g) ____ children should be taught
honesty. It is seen that children follow their parents. (h) ____ parents should be honest. (i) ____
children should be allowed to mix with those friends who are honest. (j) ____ they can mould their
characters.

†․ †‛ ․ ‥ †․‫‫‬
․ … ․” †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․
‚ ‫‫‬ ‥”
“ ․
‥ ” † ‥ - ․
’ ․ - ․ ’ • ” (j)
____ … ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Who – relative pronoun

(b) Because – ․ reason ‬
(c) But – ․ contrast ‬
(d) Thus – result ‬
(e) Because – ․ reason ‬
(f) While – • contrast ‬
(g) When – ‥ time ‬
(h) If – condition ‬
(i) If – condition ‬
(j) So that – purpose ‬
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15. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage:____
(a) ____ I was walking along the road the other day, I happened to notice a small brown leather purse lying
on the pavement. I picked it up and opened it to see (b) ____ I could find out the owner's name. There was
nothing inside (c) ____ some small change and a rather old photograph____ a picture of a woman and a
young girl about twelve years old who looked like the woman's daughter. I put the photograph back (d)
____ took the purse to the Police station. (e) ____ I handed it to the sergeant in charge. Before I left, the
sergeant made a note of my name and address in case the owner of the purse wanted to write and thank
me. That evening I went to have dinner with an uncle and aunt of mine. They had also invited another
person, a young woman, (f) ____ there would be four people at table. The young woman's face was
familiar (g) ____ I could not remember where I had seen it. I was quite sure (h) ____ we had not met before.
(i) ____ conversation, however, the young woman happened to mark that she had lost her purse that
afternoon. I at once remembered where I had seen her face. She was the young woman in the photograph
(j) ____ she was now much older.

‚ … ․ ‪ ‚ †․ ‪ ․ ‥ ‚
† † ‥ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․‪ ‪ ․‪
‪ † †․ ’ ․ ‪ †․ † †․ ‪ ․ ‪ ‪
․ ‪ ‚ ‪ ‚ ‥ …
‚ † ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‪ • ‚… ‫‚ ‫‬ † ․ ‥ ‥‪
․‚ ․ ‫‫‬ •‛ ‚ ‚ †․ - … ’ †․‫‫‬
†․‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‪ ‚ ․ ‪
․ ‚ † ‥‪ ‚ ‪ ‚ ‚ … ․‥ ‥․
․ ․ •‛ ․ ‪ ‚ ‛ …
‥ ‚ ‥ ‥‪ ‪ ‛ ‪ †‥ ’ ․ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) While – ‥ time ‬

(b) If – condition ‬
(c) Except – exclusion ‬
(d) And – † connection ‬
(e) When – ‥ time ‬
(f) So that – purpose ‬
(g) But – ․ contrast ‬
(h) That – relative pronoun
(i) During – ․ time ‬
(j) Although – • contrast ‬

16. Use appropriate sentences connectors in the blanks spaces of the following passage :
Mobile phone has become an essential gadget for everybody (a) ____ it has become very popular. (b)
____ it has created a number of problems. It has (c) ____ advantages (d) ____ disadvantages. (e) ____
it helps to connect people. (f) ____ it helps to exchange information. (g) ____ it can be used for various
purposes. (h) ____ it has a few disadvantages (i) ____ can cause a lot of troubles. (j) ____ its
advantages are more than its disadvantages.
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‛ †‥ ‫’ ․† ‫‬ ” ‪ (a) ____ † ‥ ‫‫‬ ” ‪

† ․‪ • ․ ‪ † ’ • ‪ † …
․ ․ † ․ † ” ․
† ․‪ ’ ‚‪ † ’ ․ ․ †
’

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Since – cause ‬

(b) However – contrast ‬
(c) Both – ” addition ‬
(d) As well as – addition ‬
(e) Because – ․ reason ‬
(f) Also – †‪ • addition ‬
(g) Moreover – addition ‬
(h) Although – • contrast ‬
(i) Which – relative pronoun
(j) Although – • contrast ‬

17. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blanks space of the following text: ____
A lion was drinking water from a brook. (a) ____ a lamb was also drinking water from the down stream
of the same brook. The lion saw the lamb and decided to devour it. (b) ____ he was thinking about
how to accomplish his evil design. (c) ____ he hit upon a plan. (d) ____ the lion complained that the
lamb was disturbing him by muddying water. But the lamb said that he was drinking water from down
stream. (e) ____ the question of muddying water on his part did not arise here. (f) ____ the lamb argued
that it was the lion that was muddying the water for him as he was drinking water upstream. (g) ____ the
lion retorted that the lamb spoke ill of him a year ago. (h) ____ the lamb said that he was not born a year
ago. The lion grew into a rage. (i) ____ he said that perhaps his farther spoke ill of him last year. (j) ____ the
lion had the right to take revenge and kill the lamb.

†․ †․ ‬ ․ ․ ‪ †․ ‥ … • †․‛ ‬ ․
․ ‪ ‥ … ‥ † ․‥• ‪ ․ ․
․ †․ ․ ’ …․ ‥ … ․
․ ․ ‪ ․ ‥ … ․ ․ ‪
‥ … ‛ ․ ‪․ ”
․ ․ ‪ ” ‥ … … ‪ ․‥ ․ ‪
‥ … … ‪ ‫‫‬ … … … ‪
․‥ ․ ‪ • † ‥ … ․ ’ ․ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Meanwhile – † simultaneous action ‬

(b) While – ‥ simultaneous action ‬
(c) Then – ‥ sequence ‬
(d) For example – ” illustration ‬
(e) Thus – result ‬
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(f) Since – cause ‬

(g) But – ․ contrast ‬
(h) However – contrast ‬
(i) Therefore – result ‬
(j) Thus – result ‬

18. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Water is a vital element of the environment (a) ____ this element is polluted in many ways. (b) ____,
farmers use chemical fertilizers and insecticides in their field. (c) ____ rain and flood wash away these
chemicals, they get mixed with water in rivers, canals and ponds (d) ____ pollute it. (e) ____,mills and
factories throw their poisonous chemicals and waste product into water. (f) ____, water vehicles also
pollute water by dumping food waste and human waste into it. (g) ____ insanitary latrines and unsafe
drains also contribute to water pollution. Water is called life. (h) ____ we cannot allow this pollution to
continue. We have to raise an awareness about it. (i) ____, laws should be enforced strictly. (j) ____ we
fail to check water pollution, we will suffer.

†․ ” (a) __ †‛ ” ’ ․ ‪ ․ ․
․ † ․ ․ ․ † †‛ ․ †
‥ † ․ † ․ † ․ ‥
․† ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ •‥ ‫† ‫‬ ‫‫‬
․ ’ ․ … † ’ ’ ‥ ‫‫‬
‚ †‛ ‚ † ․ ․ ‚‛
․ …․ ” ‚ ․ ‛ ‚

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Yet – • contrast ‬

(b) For example – ” ; illustration ‬
(c) As – cause ‬
(d) That – relative pronoun
(e) In addition – ‪ addition ‬
(f) Moreover – addition ‬
(g) Similarly – †․‛ similarity ‬
(h) Therefore – result ‬
(i) Thus – result ‬
(j) If – condition ‬

19. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Honesty is a noble virtue. The man possessing this invaluable quality is the happiest man on earth, (a)
____. To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness. (b) ____, nobody trusts a liar. A liar may prosper
for the time being. (c) ____, he goes to the dogs. (d) ____ we should be honest. It is said that honesty is the
best policy. (e) ____ dishonesty is the sign of downfall. God helps those who are honest. (f) ____, dishonest
people are cursed. (g) ____, children should be taught honesty from childhood. It is widely observed that
children follow their parents. (h) ____, parents should be honest and upright in their business of life. (i)
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____, children should be allowed to mix with those friends who are honest. (j) ____ they can mould their
characters.

†․ †‛ ’ ․ ‥ †․‫‫‬
… ․” ․” †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ †․‫‫‬
․ … ‚ • ”
“ ․
’ ‪ ․‛ ‥ ” † ․ ․
- ‛ ․ - ” ‫‫‬ † ․
† • ” … ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Therefore – ; result ‬

(b) Otherwise – ’ contrast ‬
(c) Then – sequence ‬
(d) Hence – † result ‬
(e) Because – ․ reason ‬
(f) Thus – result ‬
(g) Therefore – reason ‬
(h) Similarly – †․‛ comparison ‬
(i) Furthermore – addition ‬
(j) Thus – result ‬

20. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following paragraph: __
Rangpur town hall is a place of cultural activities. (a) ____ in 1971 it became a torture cell used by the
Pakistani army. (b) ____ the army brought here innocent Bangalees. After that they started to bring
Bangalee women here. Among them Mansura Begum was one who was the wife of a freedom fighter.
(c) ____ she was young and beautiful, she drew the attention of local collaborators. (d) ____ they
informed the Pakistani army. (e) ____ the Pakistani army abducted Mansura. On the day of
occurrence Pakistani soldiers surrounded her house. (f) ____ they searched her husband who joined
the Mikti Bahini. (g) ____ they found her father-in-law. They started to beat him mercilessly. The old
man got unconscious. (h) ____ the barbarous soldiers did not stop beating him. Mansura rushed to
her father-in-law, grabbed his bleeding body and begged the military not to kill him. (i) ____ they did
not listen to her. They picked up the old man on the military truck. (j) ____, they pulled and dragged
Mansura on to the truck.

” †․ ․․ ․ † †․ ‪
․ ․ ‪ †‥ ‚ †‥
‚ ․ … ‪ †․‫‫‬ •
‪ ‚․ ․ ‪ ․ ‥
․ ․’ ․ ‧ ․ ‧ •․
․ ‥ ‫‫‬ … … ‪ ․‥ ‫‫‬
․ ․ ’ ․
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․ ‪ … ․’ ․ ․
․ ․ ․ ․ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) However – contrast ‬

(b) Later – sequence ‬
(c) As – reason ‬
(d) Thus – result ‬
(e) Then – sequence ‬
(f) Afterward – sequence ‬
(g) When – ‥ time ‬
(h) Still – • contrast ‬
(i) But – ․ contrast ‬
(j) Then – sequence ‬

21. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a) ____, it is the burning question of the day. (b) ____
almost all the countries of the world suffer from the curse of unemployment problem. (c) ____
Bangladesh is the worst sufferer of this so called problem. (d) ____ no where in the world this problem
is so acute as in our country. (e) ____ there are many reasons behind it. (f) ____ our country is
industrially backward. (g) ____ our system of education fails to give a student an independent start of
life. (h) ____ it has little provision for vocational training. (i) ____ our students and youth have false
sense of dignity. (j) ____ they run after jobs blindly.

‚ ․ †․ † ”
․ ’ ․ †‛ ․ ‥ …
․ • †‛ ‚ † ‪ ’ ․․ ‪ (f) ____ ‚
․ ․ ‪ ‚‪ ‚ ‪ ‫‫‬
† … ‫‫‬ ‪ ‚ ‪ • ․ ’ ․
․ ’ ․ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) So – ․ • ‬
(b) In fact – ․ ’ ․ ‬
(c) Indeed – ‛ ․ ‬
(d) In fact – ‥ ․
(e) Because – ․ ․ ‬
(f) As – ․ •” ‬
(g) Because – ․ ․ ‬
(h) Since – ․ ‬
(i) As – ․ ‬
(j) Therefore – ’ † ‬

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

† ‪ ‚ … ‚… ‚ … ․
‚ ․‥ ‛ ‪ ‚ †․ •’ ․ ‫‫‬
․‪ ․ • ․ † ’ ․ ‪
… ‪ ‚ †․ ‧ ’ ․ ‚ ․ ‪ ‚ †․
† ‚ ․ ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ‛ ‚
’ ․ ․ ‚ ‛† ․ ‪ ‚ ‚ ․
․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ․‪ ’ ․ ․ ‥
․ ‚ ‪ ‪ ‚ ‚ ‚ ․
… ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‚ ‛‧ ‚ ․
‚ †․ ‥ …

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Actually – ‚ ‚ ․ ‬
(b) Hence – ’ † ․ • ‬
(c) Indeed – ‛ ‬
(d) Then – ‥ ‬
(e) Therefore – ’ † ․ • ‬
(f) Afterward – ‬
(g) Finally – ’ ‫‫‬
(h) Later – ‬
(i) Fortunately – … ‬
(j) Thus – ’ † ” ‬

23. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Man is a social being. (a) ____, man cannot live alone. (b) ____, man has been living together from time
immemorial. Living in society is not an easy task. We have to follow certain rules and regulations of the
society. (c) ____, we should be cooperative. (d) ____, we must help others when they are in need. (e)
____, we have to be careful not to hurt others by our words or activities. (f) ____, we must control our
emotions and behave rationally with others. (g) ____, we should not think and live only for us. (h)
____, we should always think and work for the betterment of the society. (i) ____, we should remain
prepared to sacrifice our lives for the greater interest of the society. (j) ____, sacrificing our lives for
the society makes us immoral.

†․ ‫․‫‬ †․ †․
† ‪ ‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫․‫‬ ‚ ‫․ ‫‬‪ • ’ ․
‚ … ․ ‚ ’ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬
‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ ’ ‚‧ • ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‚
‚ ’ ․ † ’ ‚ ․ ‚
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․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ † ‫‫‬ ․ ” ‚ ‫” ‫‬ ‫‫‬ †

․‫” ․‫‬ (i) ___ ‚ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‚ ‫‫‬ …․ ‫‫‬ ․
‫‫ ‫ ‫‬ …‚ ’ ․․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Indeed – ‛ ․ ‬
(b) Thus – ‬
(c) Therefore – ’ † ‬
(d) So – ” ․ ‬
(e) Therefore – ․ ‬
(f) Moreover – ‚ ’ • ‫‫‬
(g) Hence – ․ • ‬
(h) In addition – ‪ ‚ • ․‪ … ․ ‫‫‬
(i) Thus – ’ † ‬
(j) However – ‬

24. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Trees are a vital part of our environment. (a) ____, they bear a great impact on the climate. (b) ____ we
are not careful about them. (c) ____, we destroy trees at random. (d) ____, one day the country will
bear the consequence of greenhouse effect. (e) ____ ours is an agricultural country, our economy
depends on it. (f) ____, our agriculture is dependant on rain. (g) ____, trees play a vital role on our
climate. (h) ____, trees keep the soil strong. (i) ____, trees save us from flood (j) ____ many other
natural calamities.

…‪‚ †․ ’ ’ ‫‫‬ ‚
․ ․ ‚ ‛ ‪ …‪ ․ †․ ”
…․ ‚ †․ ․ ‚ ’ ”
‚ ․ ” …‪‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․
…‪ ․ ‥ …‪‚ ․ ․ ’ ․’ ․ ․ …

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Indeed – ‛ ․ ‬
(b) Otherwise – ’ ‬
(c) Thus – ‬
(d) Then – ‬
(e) Since – ․ ‬
(f) Therefore – ’ † ‬
(g) Moreover – ‪ ’ • ‫‫‬
(h) Furthermore – ’ • ‫‫‬
(i) In addition – ‪ ” ․ ‬
(j) And – † ‬

25. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Mobile phone has added a new dimension to our communication system. It has made the world closer
to us. (a) ____ it has made worldwide communication easier. We use it for our day to day
communication. (b) ____, it has been a part and parcel in our life as we cannot go for a single day
without using it. We use it for rapid communication. (c) ____, mobile phone is not free from defect. It
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has some negative sides as well. (d) ____, excessive use of mobile phone may damage our hearing
power. (e) ____, it is a means of money wastage. (f) ____, it is seen that many underworld crimes are
being done with the use of mobile network. (g) ____, the radiation from mobile phone may cause
cancer to the users. (h) ____, we are aware of these harmful effects. (i) ____, we are not aware of using
the mobile phone. (j) ____, we must have to be conscious of the negative impact of mobile phone.

‛ ‚ … … †․ …․ ‪ † ․‚ ․ ‪‚ •
․‪․ ‪․ ‪ † ․ … … ․ ‫ ․‫‬‪ ‚ † ‚ … … ‫‫‬
․ † ‚ ‫‫‬ †․ ’ ‪ ’ ” ‪․ ‚ † ‪
†․ • ‚ † … … ‫‫‬ ․ ‛ †
․‪ ․ ․• ‪ ‛ ’ ‚ ․
† ’ ’ †․ ‥ ’ ․ ’ ․ ‫…‫‬ ’ ‛
• ․ ․ ‧ ‪ ‛ ․ ․
‚ †‛ ․ ․ ‚ ‛ ‛
‚ ‛ ․ ․ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

(a) Indeed – ‛ … • ․ ‬
(b) Therefore – ․ • ‬
(c) However – ‬
(d) For example – ” ”
(e) Moreover – ‪ ’ • ‫‫‬
(f) In addition – ‪ ’ • ‫‫‬
(g) Consequently – ‬
(h) Thus – ” ‬
(i) Nevertheless – • ’ ‬
(j) Therefore – ’ † ‫‫‬

26. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Happiness is a relative term. (a) ___, it depends upon some factors. (b) ___, contentment is the key to
happiness. (c) ___contentment varies from person to person. (d) ___, a beggar may be contented with
only ten-taka. (e ___, a wealthy person may be dissatisfied even after getting one million taka. (f) ___,
it is said that contentment brings happiness. (g) ___, we must learn to be contented with what we
have. (h) ___, this learning is the simpliest way to remain happy. (i) ___, we must remember that our
life is short. (j) ___, in this short life we cannot get everything (k) ___ we want. (l) ___we want
everything, we will not get happiness. (m) ___, we will get frustrated and we will plunge into the world
of sadness. (n) ___ it is always better to be contented with what we have than to live in eternal
sadness.

‥ †․ ‚ ․ † ․‪ ” ” ․ ‥
․ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․
†․ ‫‫‬ †․ ․ ․• ‥ ‚
‚ ‥” ‚ ‚‪ †‛ ‥ ․
‫‫‬ ‚ ‥ ‚ ‫‫‬ †‛ ‫‫‬ ‚
‛ ․‪‛ ‚ ․‪ ‛ ‥ ‚ †
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‥ † ‚ ‚‪ ․ ‥
․

Answers and Explanations:

(a) So – ’ ․ † ‬
(b) In fact – ‚ †․ ․ ‫‫‬
(c) However – ’ ‬
(d) For example – ” †․ ” ” ․ ‫‫‬
(e) On the other hand – ’ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
(f) For this reason – †‛ ․ ․ ‬
(g) Hence – ’ † ‬
(h) In fact – ‚ ․ ‬
(i) In this respect – †‛ ․
(j) Naturally – ․ ‛ ‬
(k) that – ․ ’ …․ ‫‫‬
(l) If – ‬
(m) Rather – ․ ․ ‬
(n) So/Therefore – ’ † ‬

27. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
The greatness of a book depends (a) ___ book on the acceptability among the readers. (b) ___ we read
a (c) ___ once, we can discover many things in it. (d) ___ basing on one reading, we cannot judge the
standard of a book. (e) ___ a book is praised (f) ___, we have no doubt about the greatness of the
book. (g) -the first reading, we may not understand a book. But if it is read more than once, we will see
(h) it was read (i) ___. -praised. So, the great books are those (j) ___ have passed the test of time. (k)
___ the appeal of a great book doesn't decrease felt . (I) ___, the greatness of the book is newly time
passes (m) ___ . (n) ___ , a great book is widely read and reread by people all over the world.

†․ ‛ ․ ‛ ․ … ” ‚ †․ ‛
†․ ‚ † ’ ․ ․‪ ‚ ․ †․ ‚ ‛
․ †․ ‛ ‚ ‛ ․ • ‛
‚ †․ ‛ ‬ ․ † †․ ․ ‚ ‥ †
‛ ‛ ‛ ” ‪ • †․
‛ ‚ ․ ‛ ’ †․ ‛
‫‫‬ ․ †

Answers and Explanations:

(a) mainly/actually/generally – ‚ ’ ‬
(b) If – ‬
(c) only/just/for – ‬
(d) But – ‬
(e) When/If – ‥ ‬
(f) highly – ” ’ ‬
(g) Only through – ‬
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(h) why – ․ ․ ” ‬
(i) and – † †․ ․
(j) which/that – ․ ” …․
(k) In fact – ‚ ․
(l) Rather – ‬
(m) as – ‬
(n) So/Therefore – ’ † ‬

28. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Health (a) ___ is the root of all happiness, can be enjoyed taking adequate care of body and mind.
People (b) ___ are always under mental stress and suffer from anxieties can not enjoy a good health.
(c) ___ to enjoy good health, it is also necessary to keep our mind sound. They are doctors (d) ___ say
that simple and carefree life is more conducive to health. Many people, (e) ___ are not aware of
health rules. They (f) ___ take physical exercise (g) ___ take proper food. (h) ___, a huge number of
people of our country live below poverty line. (i) ___ they can not afford to eat good food. (j) ___ they
can not enjoy good health. (k) ___ awareness about health rules (I) ___ following them are very only
healthy people can contribute to the national important in maintaining good health. (m) ___
development. (n) ___ we must be careful of our health.

‥․† ․ ” …․
․ ․† ” … ․ ” …․
” …․ ‚ • ․ ‫‫‬ † ‫‫‬
․‚ • ․ ’ ․ (e) __ ․ ․
․ ․‥ ‥ ‚ ’ ․ ․
‥ ‥ ” …․ (k) ․
’ ․ ‥ ‛ ‛‫‫‬ ” ’ ‥
‚ ․

Answers and Explanations:

(a) which/that – ․
(b) who – ․ ‫‫‬
(c) In order – ” ‫‫‬ ‬
(d) who – ․ ‫‫‬
(e) however – ‫‫‬
(f) neither – †․ ․ ‬
(g) nor – †․ ․ ‬
(h) Moreover – ‪ ’ • ‫‫‬
(i) For this reason/Hence – †‛ ․ ․ ‬
(j) As a result/So – ‬
(k) Above all – ‬
(l) And – † … ‫‫‬
(m) In deed – ‚ ‛ ‬
(n) So/Therefore – ’ † ‬

29. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
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Teaching is a noble profession. (a) to be a teacher, one must possess some noble qualities too. (b) ___
. he should be a student. (c) ___ teaching is related to knowledge, he can't acquire knowledge(d) ___
he is a student. (e) ___ a teacher thinks (f) ___ he knows everything, he can't be a good teacher. (g)
___ thirst for knowledge is the second best quality of a teacher. (h) ___, a teacher should be a
psychologist. Different students have different ways of learning. (i) ___ the teacher needs to teach his
students by studying their psychology. Fourthly a teacher should have good delivery power. (j) ___ his
voice should be clear (k) ___ artistic. (l) ___ a teacher should be an actor (m) ___ he needs to behave
according to the classroom situation. And (n) ___ teacher must be a good human being.

․ †․ ․ †․‫․ ․ ‫‬‪ ․ ․
†․‫ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ †․‫ ‫‬‪
†․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․‪ ‫‫‬ †․‫‫‬ ․
†․ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․․ •
‪ ‥ ” ‚‪ ․․ ’ ․ ‪ ‥
†․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ • ” •
†․‫‫‬ ․ ․ †․‫’ ‫‬ • ․ ․ ’ ‚
․ † ․ ․ †․‫‫‬

Answers and Explanations:

(a) In order – ” ‬ ․ †․ ”
(b) Firstly – ․ ’ ‬
(c) Since – ․ ‬
(d) Unless – ‥
(e) If – ‬
(f) That – †․ ‬
(g) Secondly – ․ ‬
(h) Thirdly – ․ ‬
(i) Therefore – ’ † ‬
(j) Furthermore – ‪ ’ …․
(k) And – † … ‫‫‬
(l) Moreover – ‪ †․ … ‫‫‬
(m) Because – ․ ․ ‬
(n) Finally – ‬

30. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage: ____
Self-confidence is essential to attain success in life. (a) ___ person having self-confidence has won half
of the battle. Self- confidence enables a man to prosper by creating some other virtues requisite for
success. (b) ___ when a self-confident man fails to attain success, he becomes determined to reach
his goal. This determination gives rise to some other virtues in him. (c) ___ he becomes diligent. He
does not yield to failure. (d) ___ he endeavours more in the process. (e) ___ he becomes more sincere
in his work. he becomes successful. (f) ___ a man devoid of self-confidence stumbles at every step, (h)
___ he loses vitality to go ahead. (i) ___ he does not try once more. (j) ___ he is heard to curse his
fortune. (k) ___ the brave who have self-confidence can have their names enlisted in the list of the
greatest men on earth. (l) ___ this process has been going on since prehistoric time. (m) ___ we must
follow the track of the greatest people. (n) ___ we have to be failure in life and lament.
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‚ ‫‫‬ ’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ’ ‚ †․‫‫‬ ‚ ‛ ‫‫‬ ‪

‚ †․‫‫‬ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ․
‥ †․ ‚ ’‫‫‬ ’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ †‛ ․
․‪ ’ ․ • ‪
‚ • ․ (e) ․ ‫• ‚‫‬ †․ ‫‚ ‫‬
†… • ‫‫‬ ‚ †․ ․
… ․’ ‚
․ ’ †‛ … ․ ․ ‚ ‪ ‚
’ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ • † ‚ ․ ”

Answers and Explanations:

(a) In fact/Actually – ‚ ․ • ․
(b) Thus/Hence – ’ † ․ ‬
(c) Firstly – †․ ․ ‬
(d) Rather – ․ ‬
(e) Secondly – ‬
(f) Finally – ’ ” ‬
(g) On the other hand/On the contrary – ’ ․ ․ ’ ‬
(h) Naturally/Usually – ․ ․ ․ ‬
(i) Even – † ․ †․ ‬
(j) As a result/Often – †․ ‧ ‬
(k) Actually/In fact – ‚ †․ ‬
(l) And – † ․
(m) So/Hence – ’ † ‬

Punctuation & Capitalization

01. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

There goes a proverb A barking dog seldom bites When a dog is powerless to bite, it wants to show its
ability by barking. It thinks that if it barks people will be scared, but people are always more intelligent
than dogs. Instead of being afraid people laugh at the barking of the powerless dogs. In our society
there are also many powerless persons but they pretend to be powerful. By this pretension they want
to serve their purpose. Such causes are not rare rather
†․ ‚ ‪ ― ․․ ‧” ‧” ․ ․ ․ ‖ ‥ †․ ․․ ․
‥ † ‧” ‧” ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ † † ‧” ‧” ․
․ ․․ • ’ ․․ ‧” ‧”
‚ ‫’ ․ ’ •‫‬ ‚‪ ․ ․ †‛
” ‫‫‬ ․ † ‧ ’ ․ ‧ ‚ ․ ”
†‛ ’ ․ ․ ․ ․
― ‖. When a dog is powerless to bite, it wants to
show its ability by barking. It thinks that if it barks, people will be scared. But people are always more
intelligent than dogs. Instead of being afraid, people laugh at the barking of the powerless dogs. In our
society, there are also many powerless persons but they pretend to be powerful. By this pretension,
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they want to serve their purpose. Such causes are not rare rather many in number. We all should be
careful of those powerlessly powerful persons.

02. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

My dear friends, said the piper. I know a charm by which I can get rid you of these rats but you must
pay me one thousand guilders for this service. One thousand guilders cried the man. we will give you
ten thousand if you can get rid of us of these rats.

‚ ‛ ‚ †․ ‫‫ ‫‬ ‚ †‛ ‛
․ ․ ․ † ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ †․ ‫… ‫‬

My dear friends," said the piper. "I know the charm by which I can get rid you of these rats but
you must pay me one thousand guilders for this service."

03. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

how can you do the work in two days nobody agrees to do it less than four i said to the boy i am
confident i shall finish it as I have told you he replied.

․ †‛ ․ ‫‛ ‫‬ ․ ․”‛ ․ † ․ ‫‫‬
‚ ‪ ․ ‚ ‚ ‚ † ․ ․ ‪ ”

"How can you do the work in two days? Nobody agrees to do it less than four," I said to the boy. "I
am confident. I shall finish it as I have told you," he replied.

04. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

oh doctor im so upset said the woman my husband seems to be wandering in his mind don't let that
worry you I know your husband he cant go far

• ‚ ‥ ‚ ‪’ ․‚ ․ ‪†
․ ‚ ․

"Oh, doctor! I'm so upset," said the woman. "My husband seems to be wandering in his mind."
"Don't let that worry you. I know your husband. He can't go far."

05. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

Dear Mitu,
How are you I am well by the grace of Allah. I missed you on the Birth day so much. How lonely I felt
without you seeing me very depressed my friends-Zarin Tomal and Mayeesha tried their best to cheer
me up. Have you got the saree I sent for you? have you liked it? I hope I will see you next week No
more today Take care of your health.
Yours loving
Bipu.

․ ‚‪ ‚ ‚ ’ ․ ‚‪ ․‫‫‬ ‥
․ ‪ ․‪ ‚ ․ †․ ․ ’ ․ ‪‚ ․† ‥‚ ‫‫‬
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† ‛ ‚ ․‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․‚ ‪ ․
† ‪ ․ ‪‚ ․ ‚ ․ ‚… ‥ ‚‫‚ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ •

Dear Mitu, How are you? I am well by the grace of Allah. I missed you on the bid day so much.
How lonely I felt without you! Seeing me very depressed, my friends-Zarin, Toma and Mayeesha tried
their best to cheer me up. Have you got the saree I sent for you? Have you liked it? I hope I will see you
next week. No more today. Take care of your health.

Yours lovingly, Bipu.

06. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

Student should know that to pass in the exam is one thing and to know is another thing. one can pass
in the examination without knowing anything there are many ways to pass in the examination but
there is only one way to know it is hard work. if you want to know you must read vigorously there is no
other short cut students of our country to our utter surprise simply want to pass in the examination
they don't bother at all how much they have known they have become totally certificate oriented.

‪ ‫‫‬ ” ․ †․ † ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ ․” ․‪
‫• ‫‬ ․ ․ ’ ․” ‚‪ ․ ‫‫‬ ” †․ ‛ ․
‫‫‬ • ’ ‛․ ․ ’ ․ ‛‚
‪ ‚ ’ ․ ․ • ․
․ ․ ‫ ‫‬‪ ․ ․ ․ ‪

Students should know that to pass in the exam is one thing and to know is another thing. One
can pass in the examination without knowing anything. There are many ways to pass in the
examination, but there is only one way to know—it is hard work. If you want to know, you must read
vigorously. There is no other shortcut. Students of our country, to our utter surprise, simply want to
pass in the examination. They don't bother at all how much they have known. They have become
totally certificate-oriented.

07. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

"Mina have you done your English lesson today'?" asked the teacher "Yes sir" she replied. "But I
haven't understood one grammatical point." "Come to my room. Ill help you," said the teacher. Thank
you sir she smilingly said.

․ ‚‫‫‬ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪ ․‫‫‬ ․

” ․ ‚ †․ ․ … ‬ ‚ ‚ ‚ ․ ․
‥

"Mina, have you done your English lesson today?" asked the teacher. "Yes, sir," she replied. "But
I haven't understood one grammatical point." "Come to my room. I'll help you," said the teacher.
"Thank you, sir," she smilingly said.

08. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

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.
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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.

‛ ․‥ ․ ” ‚ ‛ • †
†․ ‧ •‫‫‬ ‫ ․‫‬‪ † ‚ ․ ‛
․ † ․ ․ ․․ ” • ‚
․ ‚ ’ ‥ ‛‚ ‚ ․

"You're really fit, Paul. Do you exercise very much?" Marie asked.
Paul replied, "Well, I almost always get up early and I lift weights for an hour."
Marie said, "You're kidding."
Paul responded, "No. And then I go swimming."
Marie was impressed, "Wow! How often do you exercise like that?"
Paul said, "About five times a week. What about you?"
Marie replied, "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.'"

09. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

Newton :Excuse me where is the nearest hospital
Shuvro : Its about 3 kilometers from here You have to hire a taxi You can also go by bus
Newton :I see Is there a bus station near here
Shuvro : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner
Newton :Thank you.
Shuvro : Don't mention it.

” ․ ․ ‪ ․ † †‥ ․ ․
‚ ․ †․ ‚ • ” ‚ ‬ ‪ †‥ ․ ․
‚‪ ․ †․ ‚‪ ” † ‫‫‬

Newton: Excuse me, where is the nearest hospital?

Shuvro: It's about 3 kilometers from here. You have to hire a taxi. You can also go by bus.
Newton: I see. Is there a bus station near here?
Shuvro: Yes, there is a bus stop at the corner.
Newton: Thank you.
Shuvro: Don't mention it.

10. Rewrite the following text correcting the errors in punctuation:—

Student : May I come in Sir?
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Principal : Yes come in

Student : Good morning Sir
Principal : Good morning how can I help you
Student : Sir we would like to arrange a study tour
Principal : It's a great idea Ill appreciate it Submit an application to me so that I can take step in
favour of you.
Student : Ok Sir. We will write an application on behalf of the students
Principal : Ok, see you
Student : Thank you very much, Sir
Principal : You are most welcome

‪ ‚ ․ ‚ ․ ‚ ‪
․ ․ ․ ․ ‪ ‚ †․ ‚ ‫‫‬
․ ‛ ․ † †․ ‚ † ․ ․ ‚ ․ †․ ‚ ‫‫‬ •
‚ ‪ ․‚ ‪ ‚ ․ †․ ‚
‥ ․ ․‚ ‪ ‥ ‪ ‚ ․’ ․ ․ ․ …

Student: May I come in, Sir?

Principal: Yes, come in.
Student: Good morning, Sir.
Principal: Good morning! How can I help you?
Student: Sir, we would like to arrange a study tour.
Principal: It's a great idea. I'll appreciate it. Submit an application to me so that I can take steps in favor
of you.
Student: Ok, Sir. We will write an application on behalf of the students.
Principal: Ok, see you.
Student: Thank you very much, Sir.
Principal: You are most welcome.

11. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text
correcting the errors:—
Tourist : How old the edifice guide
Guide : Madame its 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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Tourist: How old is the edifice, Guide?

‖
Tourist: What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide: It was built by Akbar, the emperor of India.
Tourist: Oh! I see.
Guide: Madame, we should move now. The sun is about to set. It would be dark soon.
‖
Guide: It is. But the security does not allow anybody after the sunset.

12. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following texts. Rewrite the texts
correcting the error :
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 earn my bread by the labour of my hands. "Do you really want work!" said
the merchant, yes if you have any." "Then follow me and carry the box from the shop to my house." "By
Allah I'm really grateful to you." said the youth.

․ ‪ ” ‚ ․ ‥ ‚ ‪ ․
․ •’ ․ ‚ ․‚ ‫…‫‬ ․ ‛
․‫‫‬ • ․ ‪ ․‪ ․ ‚ ․’ ․ † ․ ․
‚ ․ ‚ ‚ ‛ ․ ․

"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 earn my bread by the labor 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.

13. There are ten errors in the use of capitalization and punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite
the text correcting the errors: —
Nazmul :Excuse me where is the nearest hospital
Arafat : Its 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 : Dont mention it

‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ․ ‚ † †‥ ․
․ ‚ ․ †․ ‚ • ‫‫‬ ‚ ‬ ‪
†‥ ․ ․ ‚‪ ‚ ․ †․ ‚‪ ‫‫‬ ‚
• ‫‫‬ ‛
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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.

14. There are some errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting those errors:—
how is your father rana said mr karim he is very well thank you replied rana i am glad to hear that he is
in good health said mr karim.

․ ․ ‚‪ ” ‥
‚‪ ․ ‚ ‥ ‚‪

"How is your father, Rana?" said Mr. Karim.

"He is very well, thank you," replied Rana.
"I am glad to hear that he is in good health," said Mr. Karim.

15. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Husband :Cant you cook food 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

․ ․ ․ ‚ ․ ‛ ․
†‛ ‥ †․ ‫† ‫‬ ․ ‚ ․ ․
‧ ․ ‚ ․ ‚ ‛ ‥ ․ ․․ ‚
․ † ” ‫․ ‫‬ ’ ‥ ․ † ․ ․
‛

Husband: Can't you cook food 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.

16. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Arif : Hello How are you Zakia?
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Zakia : Fine. What about you

Arif : Well I was a bit sick
Zakia : Really What happened
Arif : Stomach upset. I had outside food. It troubled my stomach.
Zakia : That's why I always try to avoid outside food they are unhygienic.
Arif : I'm not going to have it anymore.
Zakia : Anyway you take care bye.
Arif : Bye.

‚
․ ‚‪ ‫․ ‫ ․ ‫‬ ․ ‚ ‚ †․ ’
‪ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‪ ‚ … … ‛ ‥ ‥ ‪ ‚
․ ‪ ‫‚ ‛ ‫† ․ ‫‬ ‛ ‥ † † ’ ․ ‚ ‚ ‚
․‥ • ‥ ‫․ ‫‬ ‛ ․ ‫‫‬ • ‚

Arif: Hello! How are you, Zakia?

Zakia: Fine. What about you?
Arif: Well, I was a bit sick.
Zakia: Really? What happened?
Arif: Stomach upset. I had outside food. It troubled my stomach.
Zakia: That's why I always try to avoid outside food; they are unhygienic.
Arif: I'm not going to have it anymore.
Zakia: Anyway, you take care. Bye.
Arif: Bye.
17. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text
correcting the errors:—
A : Whats solar energy?
B : Its one of the renewable energy sources.
A : Why is it called green energy.
B : Well its 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.
A : I see then it must be a clean source of energy.
B : Exactly. And thats why its also called clean energy.

․ ․ ‥ † … †․ ” ․ †․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥
․ † ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ‚ ‛ † ” † ․
‪ ․ ‚ ‬ † ’ ‛ †․ ” ‥ ․ ‛ ‚ †‫․ † ‛ ‫‬

A: What's solar energy?

B: It's one of the renewable energy sources.
A: Why is it called green energy?
B: Well, it's green energy because it helps us keep the earth green. I mean, it doesn't emit any
pollutants into the atmosphere when we produce and use it.
A: I see. Then it must be a clean source of energy.
B: Exactly! And that's why it's also called clean energy.
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18. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Myself : Good morning Rana. How are you?
Rana : I am so so and you
Myself : I am well. But why aren't you completely well.
Rana : In every examination I'm cutting a sorry figure.
Myself : Whats the reason? Dont you utilize your time properly?
Rana : I spend most of the time in watching TV.
Myself : Recreation is necessary. But spending too much time on this has no good side.
Rana : I don't feel bored in watching TV.
Myself : But as a student, you should study more and more.
Rana : Thank you for your good advice.
Myself : Welcome.

‚ ․ ‚‪ ‚ ‚ ‚ ‚‪ ․
‛ ․ ‚ ‥ ‥ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ․ ․ ․
․ ‪ ‚ … ‥ ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ †
’ ․ ‚ ‥ ․‥ • ‛ ‚ ․ †․‫‫‬
‚ • ․ ” ” ‫‫‬ ‚ …

Myself: Good morning, Rana. How are you?

Rana: I am so-so. And you?
Myself: I am well. But why aren't you completely well?
Rana: In every examination, I'm cutting a sorry figure.
Myself: What's the reason? Don't you utilize your time properly?
Rana: I spend most of my time watching TV.
Myself: Recreation is necessary, but spending too much time on this has no good side.
Rana: I don't feel bored watching TV.
Myself: But as a student, you should study more and more.
Rana: Thank you for your good advice.
Myself: Welcome.

19. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting
them: —
Entering the study my elder brother looked around and burst out in disgust How dirty you have made
the room! Why do you use it if you cant keep it tidy
I said, i am extremely sorry I have been a nuissance In future youll never see the room in such a bad
condition I promise

‚ ’ ․ ․ ‚ ‛ ․ ’
‧ ․․ ‥‪ † ‥ ․ ․
‚ ‚ ’ ‥ ‚ ․ ‪ ․‥ • ‧ ․† ‫’‫‬
‥ ‚ ‪

Entering the study, my elder brother looked around and burst out in disgust, "How dirty you
have made the room! Why do you use it if you can't keep it tidy?"
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I said, "I am extremely sorry. I have been a nuisance. In future, you'll never see the room in such a bad
condition. I promise."

20. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting
the errors:
Son : Did you keep a diary during the liberation war
Father : Yes I did.
Son : Can I have a look at it?
Father : I'm afraid, Ive lost it.
Son : Can you remember anything about it
Father : Yes, 1 remember one event there were lots of sounds and bangs out side one night. You
‖
Son : Why
Father : Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then
Son ‖
Father : Its natural. No one can remember all from early childhood

‪ ․ †․ ‥‪ ‥‪ ‪ ‚ ․
‥ ‥ ‚ † ‪ ‪ ․ † ․‪ ․ ‚
†․ ‧ ․ †․ ‛ † ‚• ‫ ‫‬‪ ‛ ‥
‪ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ‛ ‪ ․ ․ † ‥ ․‪ ‥
‪ ‪ ‪ ‚ ․‪‛ ․ ‪ † ․ ․”‛ ․‪
‥

Son: Did you keep a diary during the Liberation War?

Father: Yes, I did.
Son: Can I have a look at it?
‖ ‖
Son: Can you remember anything about it?
Father: Yes, I remember one event. There were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night. You
‖
Son: Why?
Father: Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
‖
‖ r all from early childhood.

21. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text correcting
the errors:
Tourist : How old is the edifice guide
Guide : Madame its a 15th century edifice
Tourist : What a wonderful edifice it is
Guide : It was built by Akbar the then emperor of India.
Tourist : Oh! I see
Guide : Madame we should move now. The sun is about to set. It would be dark soon.
Tourist : Isn't the place safe?
Guide : It is. But the security does not allow anybody after sunset.
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†‛ ․ …‛ † ․ †․
․ ․ †․ † ․ ‚․ ․ ‪ • ‚
‬ ‚ †‥ ” ‚ ‪ ‛’ ․
‫… ‫‬ ․ ‛ ․ ․” ․’

Tourist: How old is the edifice, Guide?

‖ entury edifice.
Tourist: What a wonderful edifice it is!
Guide: It was built by Akbar, the emperor of India.
Tourist: Oh! I see.
Guide: Madame, we should move now. The sun is about to set. It would be dark soon.
‖
Guide: It is. But the security does not allow anybody after the sunset.

22. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text
correcting the errors: —
Aryan : Do you read newspaper regularly Farhan
Farhan : Yes I do. What's about you
Aryan : To tell you frankly I do not read newspaper regularly.
Farhan : Why you get enough time during the break in the college.
Aryan : Yes I do get but I do not like. Moreover I think it is a wastage of time.
Farhan : Remember newspaper is called the 'store house' of knowledge. The more you will read
newspaper the more you will learn.
Aryan : Then, from today, I will start reading newspaper
Farhan : Yes, that's like a good friend.

․ ․ ․’
‚ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
․ ‚ ․ ․ ‚ … ‪ ‚ ․ † ’
: ‥ ․ ․ ․ ‥
‚‫‫‬ ․‚ ․ ․ ․ ‛

Aryan: Do you read the newspaper regularly, Farhan?

Farhan: Yes, I do. What about you?
Aryan: To tell you frankly, I do not read the newspaper regularly.
Farhan: Why? You get enough time during the break in the college.
Aryan: Yes, I do get, but I do not like. Moreover, I think it is a waste of time.
Farhan: Remember, the newspaper is called the 'storehouse' of knowledge. The more you read the
newspaper, the more you learn.
Aryan: Then, from today, I will start reading the newspaper.
Farhan: Yes, that's like a good friend.

23. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
"I'm not in the least hungry," my guest sighed "but if you insist I don't mind having some asparagus."
I ordered them.
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"Aren't you going to have any"

"No I never eat asparagus."
"I know there are people who don't like them. The fact is you ruin your palate by all the meat you eat."
"Coffee" I said
"Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee" she answered.

‚ †․ • ‛ ‚ ’ ‧ ․ ‫․ ‫‬
‚ ’ … ‥ ‚ ․ ‚ ’ ․ ․ ․‪ ‥ ‪ ‚
․‥ • ’ … ‥‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․‪ † ‪ ․ ‚ ․ ‥
․ ‪ ․ ‚ †․ ‚‛ † ․ ”

"I'm not in the least hungry," my guest sighed, "but if you insist I don't mind having some
asparagus."
I ordered them.
"Aren't you going to have any?"
"No, I never eat asparagus."
"I know there are people who don't like them. The fact is you ruin your palate by all the meat you eat."
"Coffee?" I said.
"Yes, just an ice-cream and coffee," she answered.

24. There are some errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text
correcting those errors: —
how is your father rana said mr karim he is very well thank you replied rana i am glad to hear that he is
in good health said mr karim.

․ ․ ‚‪ ” ‥
‚‪ ․ ‚ ‥ ‚‪

"How is your father, Rana?" said Mr. Karim.

"He is very well, thank you," replied Rana.
"I am glad to hear that he is in good health," said Mr. Karim.

25. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Abid : We are about to finish our H.S.C examination Are you thinking about your future
Hasib : Yes, what about you
Abid : I want to pursue higher education what are your plans
Hasib : I rather follow some vocational courses to make my career
Abid : Really have you thought of any particular vocation
Hasib : Yes. 1 would like to join the Fashion Design course This career has a prospect these days
Abid : Is it suitable for boys
Hasib : Why not Boys are as good as girls in many professions now-a-days Whats your future plan
Abid : I would like to go for teaching
Hasib : Its a good profession for a studious boy like you

‚ ‚ †‛ † ․ ‪ ․
․ ‪ ․ ‪ ‚ ” ․ ‛ ․ ․
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‚ ․‪ ․ … ․ ‛ ‚ ․ … ‛
․ ․ ‪ ‚ ‫‛‫‬ ․ … ‛ †‛ ․
‚‪ † ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ” ․ ‪ †‥ ’ ․
‛ ․ ․? ‚ ․ ‛ †
†․‫’ ‫‬ ‪ ‫‫‬

Abid: We are about to finish our H.S.C examination. Are you thinking about your future?
Hasib: Yes, what about you?
Abid: I want to pursue higher education. What are your plans?
Hasib: I rather follow some vocational courses to make my career.
Abid: Really! Have you thought of any particular vocation?
Hasib: Yes, I would like to join the Fashion Design course. This career has a prospect these days.
Abid: Is it suitable for boys?
Hasib: Why not? Boys are as good as girls in many professions now-a-days. What's your future plan?
Abid: I would like to go for teaching.
Hasib: It's a good profession for a studious boy like you.

26. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Lion: How dare you wake me up
Mouse: Im sorry sir I did not mean to wake you I was just playing
Lion: Now Im going to kill you.
Mouse: Oh please sir. Have mercy on me one day, I can be your help.
Lion: What rubbish How can a little mouse help a big lion

‚ ․‫…‫‬ ․ ․ ‥ ‚ ‚ ․‫…‫‬
‛ ‚ ‥ ‪ †‥ ‚ ․ • ․ ‚ ”
․ ․ †․ ‚ ‚ ․ ․ ․ †․ ‪ ‛ ․
․ ․

Lion : How dare you wake me up?

Mouse: I'm sorry, sir. I did not mean to wake you. I was just playing.
Lion: Now, I'm going to kill you.
Mouse: Oh, please, sir! Have mercy on me! One day, I can be your help.
Lion : What rubbish! How can a little mouse help a big lion?

27. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Raja: What are you doing Rana
Rana: I am reading a letter
Raja: Letter? From whom
Rana: it's from my pen friend. Shes an Australian. Her names Lucy How old is she
Raja: How od is she
Rana. Sixteen The same as us. She lives in Sydney.
Raja: Sydney what's that
Rana: Its a city in the south-east of Australia.
Raja: How do you know about it
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Rana: Lucy has sent me a picture of it.

Raja: Can you show me the picture
Rana: Yes, here it is. You see, it looks very nice, doesn't it

․ ․ ‪ ‚ †․ ‪ ․ ․‪ ․
† ‚ ․ ․‪ ․ † ‪ †․‫’ ‫‬ ․
‚ ‛ ․ † ․ †’ - ’
†․ † ․․ ‫‫‬ ‚ ․ † †․ ‪ ‪ ․
‚ ․‪ ‥ †‥ ‚ ‪ ‥ † ‥ ‥ ‪ ‛

Raja: What are you doing, Rana?

Rana: I am reading a letter.
Raj : Letter? From whom?
Rana: It's from my pen friend. She's an Australian. Her name's Lucy.
Raja: How old is she?
Rana: Sixteen, the same as us. She lives in Sydney.
Raja: Sydney! What's that?
Rana: It's a city in the south-east of Australia.
Raja: How do you know about it?
Rana: Lucy has sent me a picture of it.
Raja: Can you show me the picture?

28. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Laila: I cant see anything. Where am I?
Aunt: Youre safe in your Aunts house. Whats the matter?
Laila: I'm afraid I can hear a sound.
Aunt: But I cant.
Laila: Listen again can you hear it now?
Aunt: Yes I can.
Laila: Is it a ghost?
Aunt: No, its only an owl.
Laila: Owl But it makes a horrible sound.
Aunt: It's a bird only dear.
Laila: Could you sleep with me?
Aunt: Okay Now go to sleep Laila.
You're very tired
After your long journey.
Laila: You're right.

‚ ․‪‛ ‥ ‪ ‚ ․ ‚‪ ‛‚ ‪
‥ ․ ‪ ‚ ‪ ‚ †․ ‪ ․ ‚ ‪
‚ †‥ ․ ‪ ‚ ‪ † ․ †
†․ ․ † ․ ․ ‪ † †․ ‥ ․
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‚ ‧ ․ ‚ ‪ †‥ ‧ ‛
․ ‪

Laila: I can't see anything. Where am I?

Aunt:You're safe in your aunt's house. What's the matter?
Laila: I'm afraid I can hear a sound.
Aunt: But I can't.
Laila: Listen again. Can you hear it now?
Aunt: Yes, I can.
Laila: Is it a ghost?
Aunt: No, it's only an owl.
Laila: Owl! But it makes a horrible sound.
Aunt: It's a bird only, dear.
Laila: Could you sleep with me?
Aunt: Okay. Now go to sleep, Laila.
You're very tired after your long journey.
Laila: You're right.

29. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Sumi said to Rumi what will you do after hsc exam ill take preparation for varsity admission whats
about you said Rumi

†‛ † ․ ․ ‚
․ ․
Sumi said to Rumi, "What will you do after HSC exam?" I'll take preparation for varsity
admission." "What's about you?" said Rumi.

30. There are ten errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the text
correcting the errors:
Have you seen your mother Jerry I see her every summer She sends for me I wanted to cry out Why
are you not with her How can she let you go away again He said She comes up here from Mannville
whenever she can She doesnt have a job now.
․ ․ ‥‪ ‚ ․ ‥ ‚ ․ ․
․ ‛ ․ ․‚
‥ ‛ †‥ ․‚ †‥ ․ ․‫‛ ‫‬

"Have you seen your mother, Jerry?" "I see her every summer. She sends for me." I wanted to cry
out. "Why are you not with her? How can she let you go away again?" He said," "She comes up here
from Manville whenever she can. She does not have a job now."

Synonym-Antonym
01. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Illiteracy is a curse. It retards all development work of a country. It is said that an illiterate nation
gropes in darkness with no definite goal. In fact, an illiterate person is conservative, superstitious and
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blind. He can contribute very little to his country. He is unconscious and unaware of his rights and
responsibilities. The whole country is responsible for this. Most of our people are illiterate and poor. In
fact, illiteracy, caused by poverty, stands in the way of success. All should be practical and pragmatic
while addressing this problem. Effective measures should be taken by all concerned to remove
illiteracy and thus make the nation enlightened.
(a) Curse (antonym); (b) Retards (synonym); (c) Darkness (antonym); (d) Conservative (antonym); (e)
Unconscious (synonym); (f) Success (antonym); (g) Pragmatic (synonym); (h) Measures (synonym); (i)
Remove (synonym); (j) Enlightened (synonym).

’ †․ ’ † †․ ” ․ ․ … ․ †․ ’ ‫‫‬
’ ․ ․ ‪ ‛ ․ †․‫’ ‫‬ ․ ‪
† ‥ ’ ‥ ’ † ’ ․ • ․
‫‫‬ ‛† ‫‫‬ ‚ … ‛’ † ․ ․
’ †‛ ․ • ” ’ ․
․ ․ ․ ” † † ‫” ․ ․ ‚․ ‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation

urse ( ) Antonym ‚ ’ …
‥ ‚
․‪ ․
Ret rds ( ) Synonym ․ … ․
” … ․
• ‛ ․
․
․
rkness ( ) Antonym ‚ ’ ․ ‚
’ ‛
‚
onserv tive Antonym ”
( ) ’
‥ ” ‥

Unconscious ( ) Synonym ’ ’ ․‪
․ ‫‫‬ ‛
’ ․
Success ( ) Antonym
’‫‫‬ ‥
’ ․
Pr gm tic ( ) Synonym ․ ’
• ․

Measures ( ) Synonym ․
․ ․
Remove ( ) Synonym ․ ’ ․
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․
․
nlightened Synonym ‚ ․
( ) ’‫․ ‫‬ ‥
†․‛ ’
․

02. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Facebook is the most popular social networking site of all time. The popularity of facebook has
increased drastically. Within six years of its launch, facebook reached one billion users milestone.
Nowadays it has become very important part of our life. Actually, it is a social networking website that
was originally designed for college students but it is now open to anyone with 13 years of age or older.
Facebook users can create and customize their own profiles with photos, videos and other
information about themselves. Facebook is an effective way of finding old friends and connecting to
new ones.
(a) popular (antonym); (b) drastically (antonym); (c) launch (synonym); (d) very (synonym); (e) social
(synonym); (f) originally (synonym); (g) open (antonym); (h) create (antonym); (i) customize
(synonym); (j) effective (antonym).

․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‫․‫‬ …
… ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
‪ ‪ ․ †․ ․ ’‫‫‬ ‛ ․ ․ ‪ ‚‫† ․‫‬
‚ ‫‫‬ ‥ ’ ” ‪ ․ † †․ ‫• … … ․‫‬ ‛
․ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‫․ ‛‫‬ ‪ ․ †‥ ‪ ․” † ․
․ ․ ‫‫‬ ‛ † ․ ‛‫․ ‫‬ ‥ ‪ •†
’ … …․ ‥‫† • ‫‬ • ․ ․ ”
․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
‫‫‬ ’
‪
Popul r ( ) Antonym ’‫‫‬ ‥ ’‫‫‬
․ …
’ ․
․ ’
’
r stic lly
Antonym ‥
( )
․
․
unch ( ) Synonym ․ ․‪ ‛
† ․
‥ ’
Very ( ) Synonym
․‪ ’ ․ ․ ‥
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․‪ ’
․ ․
‫’ ․‫‬ ‫‫‬
‥
Soci l ( ) Synonym ‫․‫‬ ․
․ ‫․‫‬ ․
․ †․‛ ’
․

․ ‛
rigin lly ( ) Synonym
․ ․ ․
‛ ․
‥ …
pen ( ) Antonym ‥
…
․
․‪ … ․ ‥
re te ( ) Antonym
․ ․

․ ‛‫‫‬
… ․ ․
ustomize
Synonym ‥ ‚
( ) ‚ ‫‫‬
‫‫‬
․
․ ․
․‫․‫‬ ‥
ffective ( ) Antonym Ineffe ’․ ․
’․ ․ ․ ․

03. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Courtesy is a (a) virtue in man. It goes without saying that courtesy costs nothing but gives (b) a lot. So
you should be courteous. You must have politeness. People will (c) disrespect and dislike you if you
are discourteous. Nobody likes discourtesy. (d) Try to be (e) gentle from your student life. You can (f)
win the heart of your enemy by being courteous. You can (g) ensure removal of hatred and (h) anger
by embracing your enemy and Courtesy can (i) remove the bitter relationship improve mutual
understanding and (j) cordiality among people.
(a) virtue (synonym); (b) a lot (antonym); (c) disrespect (synonym); (d) try; (synonym); (e) gentle
(antonym); (f) win (antonym); (g) ensure (synonym); (h) anger (synonym); (i) remove (synonym); (j)
cordiality (synonym).

†․ ’† ‥ ․ ‥ ‪ ‛ ’ ․ ․‪ ‛
• ” • ‫‫‬ ’ • ․’ •’ ‪ ․
․”‛ ’ ․ ‪ ․ ‪ ‫‫‬ ․‛ • ․ ‫‫‬
․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ‧ † … ․ ․ ․
․ ‬ ” ․ † ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

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Word Direction Answer Explanation

’ ” ․
… ‛
Virtue ( ) Synonym
” ․ ․
† ․
’ ․
lot ( ) Antonym †․ ‥
†․
’ ’
Disrespect ( ) Synonym ․ ‛ ’
’ ’
’ ․
․ ․‪
․ ” … ‛
Try ( ) Synonym
” † †
․
․ •
‥ ․
entle ( ) Antonym
․ ’ ’

‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ •
‥ ‫‫‬
Win ( ) Antonym
‫‫‬ …․ …․

․
‛
Ensure ( ) Synonym
… ’ • ․ … ’ •
․ ․
… ‛
nger ( ) Synonym ”
”
․
’ ․
Remove ( ) Synonym ․ ․ ‛ ․
․

ordi lity ( ) Synonym ‥ ‛ ‥

․

04. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Mannaa had a very happy journey last year. At the invitation of my college, he spent to Sylhet by an
inter city tran. On his arrival of the station Momin received him cordially. Then he took him to his
residence. Since he made a nice arrangement for his comfortable stay, he spent an enjoyable time
there and visited some places of scenic beauty.
(a) happy (antonym), (b) invitation (synonym), (c) college (synonym), (d) cordially (antonym), (e)
residence (synonym), f) nice (antonym), (g) arrangement (synonym), (h) comfortable (antonym), (i)
enjoyable (antonym), (j) beauty (synonym).
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… ‪ ‥ ‛ ‥․ †․ ․ ‪ ‚ ․ ‫‚ ‫‬ ‚ … … ‪
‪ ․‚ ․ ’ ‫‫‬ ‪ ․
‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ‪ ‥ ” … ․ ‪ † ․‪
․ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
‥ ‚
ppy ( ) Antonym ’ ‥ ‥ ’ ‥
‥ ‥
‚ ․”․
․ ’ ․
nvit tion ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
․ ’ ’
․ ’
․
․ ‫‫‬
‥
’ ․
ollege ( ) Synonym
†․ ‛ ‛ ” ‛ ”
‛
"‛ ” ․
‚ ․
- ” ’ ‥
ordi lly
Antonym
( ) ”
” ’ ’

․
Residence ( ) Synonym … ‫‥ … ‫‬
… ․
․
‥
ice ( ) Antonym
’ ․ ’
․
․‪
rr ngement ․ ․ ‥
Synonym ․
( ) ․
․
‚ ․
omfort ble ‪ ‥
Antonym
( ) ’ ․ ’ ’ ․ ’

” …
‚ ․ ‥
njoy ble ( ) Antonym
․ ’ ․
’
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‚․ ‥
e uty ( ) Synonym
‚․ ‚․
․

05. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Dictatorship does not imply monarchy. It rather reflects the whims and caprices of a single ruler. Hitler
was a great dictator whose rule will never be marked as the age of suicide. Private opinion was
omitted and democracy was flourished. However, the dictatorship of Fidel Castro, Lenin and Stalin is
highly clapped by the people .Though they are democratic leaders, they have earned people's hatred.
(a) imply (syn.); (b) monarchy (ant.); (c) never (ant.); (d) suicide (ant.); (e) private (ant.); (f) omitted
(syn.);(g) democracy (ant.); (h) clapped (syn.); (i) democratic (ant.); (j) hatred (ant.).

‫․ ‫‬ ․ † †․․ ․ ‥ -‥ •‛ ‪ ․ ․
‪ †․‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․‥ ‚ … …
․ ‪ † … ․ ‪ ․ † †․ ․
‫… ‫‬ ’ ‪ • … ․ ‫… ‫‬ ‧ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
․
Mean/ ’ ․ ․ ‛
mply ( ) Synonym ‬ • ‛
․
․
‫‫‬ †․․
on rchy
Antonym … ‥
( )
…
․‥
․‪‛ ‧ ‥
ever ( ) Antonym ․
․

‚
‫․‫‬ ․
‫‫‬
Suicide ( ) Antonym ‥ ‫‫‬
․
․

…
…
Private ( ) Antonym ‫‫‬ ” ‥
‫‫‬
”
mitted ( ․
Synonym
) ’ ‪ ‫‫‬ •
…
emocr cy
Antonym ‫‫‬ ‫… ‫‬
( )
‥ ‫‫‬
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•
․ ‥
l pped (
Synonym ․
) ’ ’
’ ․
․
… ․
‫… ‫‬
emocr tic ’ ‥
Antonym
( ) ’… ․ †․ ․ ․
†․ ․ ․

‧
tred ( ) Antonym ’ … ‥
’ …

06. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
(a) Honesty is the antonymous use of dishonesty. An honest man is never (b) harmful to anybody. He
never does (c) injustice to other. When he does anything (d) immoral, he feels (e) uncomfortable. He
never tells a lie. He is always (f) responsible to his duty. We should not (g) perform any job with (h)
insincerity and its (i) better to leave the path of dishonesty and (j) falsehood.
(a) Honesty (synonym) (b) Harmful (antonym) (c) Injustice (antonym) (d) Immoral (synonym) (e)
Uncomfortable (antonym) (f) Responsible (synonym) (g) Perform (synonym) (h) Insincerity
(antonym) (i) Better (antonym) (j) Falsehood (synonym)

’ †․‫‫‬ ․‥ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․‥ ’ ’
․ ‥ ․ ’ ․․‫․‫‬ ‥ ’ ’ ․ ․‥
․ ‚ ․ ․‫’‫‬ ․ ” ’
• …․ ‛”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation

•
onesty ( ) Synonym ․ ․ ‥

‛ ․
․
․ ‥
rmful ( ) Antonym ” ․ ‫․ ‫‬ ” ․
‫․ ‫‬
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’
njustice ( ) Antonym ’ ‥

’ ․
’ ’
mmor l ( ) Synonym ’ ’ ․ ‚ ‥
’
’ ․ ․
’ ․
Uncomfort ble ’ ’
Antonym ‪ ․
( ) ‥ ‪ ․

․ ‥
Responsible
Synonym
( ) ․ ‫‫‬
‫‫‬
․
․
․‫‫‬ ․
Perform (
Synonym ․ ․ ‥ ․
)
․
․
’
nsincerity
Antonym ‚ ‥
( )

”
etter ( ) Antonym ‥ ‥ ‥

lsehood ’ ‥
Synonym ’
( )
"’ ․

07. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Mobile phone is one of the most wonderful inventions in modern science. Today modern science has
made possible what was impossible in the past. Mobile phone is a threat to the success of modern
science. It has made a new communication system. It is the most up-to-date means of
communication. We can send and receive any information from any corner of the world in few
seconds by sitting at home. but mobile phone is not free from demerits. It may damage our hearing
power and brain.
(a) wonderful (synonym) (b) modern (antonym) (c) past (synonym) (d) great (antonym) (e) made
(synonym) (f) send (synonym) (g) free (antonym) (h) damage (synonym) (i) up to date (antonym) (j)
information (synonym).
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‛ ‚ ․ ’ ․ ‚ ‚‫․ ‚ ‫‬ ․ ‪ ’ ’
‪ ‛ ‚ ․ ‫․† ‫‬ ․ † †․ … … ․ ‪
† … … ․‚ ․ ‚ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
† ․ ‛ † ‚ † ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
․
․ ’ ․
Wonderful ․ ‥
Synonym z ’ ‫’ ‫‬ ․․
( ) ’ ‫‫‬
․”
․
‚ ․
•
odern ( ) Antonym
‥

’ ‚…
‥
P st ( ) Synonym … ․ ‪
… ․ ‪
․

‥
re t ( ) Antonym ‪ ‪
’

․ ․‪
… ․ ‥
de ( ) Synonym …
․ …
․ ․

‪ ‥
Send ( ) Synonym … …
’
․

ree ( ) Antonym ‥

․ ․‪
․ ‥
m ge ( ) Synonym ․ ․
․
․ ․
‚ ․
Up-to-d te
Antonym ․ ‥
( )

nform tion ( ) Synonym

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‥
”‫‫‬
․

08. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
A group of employees was working in a software company. It was a team of thirty employees. This was
a young man, energetic and dynamic team with keen enthusiasm and desire to learn and grow. The
management decided to teach the employees about finding real solution of the problems. The team
was called to play a game in a banquet hall. The group was quite surprised as they were called for
playing game. All reached the venue holding various thoughts. As they entered the hall, they found the
hall decorated beautifully. Everyone was surprised and gazed at each other. There was also a huge box
of balloons placed at the centre of the hall.
(a) group (antonym) (b) dynamic (antonym) (c) enthusiasm (synonym) (d) grow (antonym) (e) real
(antonym) (f) banquet (synonym) (g) enter (antonym) (h)decorated (synonym) (i) gazed (synonym)
(j) centre (synonym)

†․ ․†․ • ․ ․‫ ․‫‬‪ † ‫․ ‫‬ †․ † †․‫‫‬ ․

† … ‪ ‥ † ․ ‚ •‛ ‪ ‪ ․
․ ” ‥ ‪ ․ †․ ‫‫‬ †․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
‛ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․ • ’ ․ ‥ ․ ‥ ‥ ‫‫‬
‪ ‛’ ․ † ․’ ․ ․ ․ †․ •‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
†․
roup ( ) Antonym †․․ ’ ․‫‫‬ ‥
†․․ †․
…
•”
yn mic ( ) Antonym ’ ‥
’

” ‚
nthusi sm • ‥
Synonym Inspirat ’ ‚
( ) ’
‚ ․
”
․ ‥
row ( ) Antonym ․ ․ •
․ ․
•
․ •
‥
Re l ( ) Antonym ’ ․
’ ․

‫‫‬
nquet ( ) Synonym ‫‫‬
‚ ‫‫‬ ‥
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‫‫‬
․

‚ ‥
nter ( ) Antonym • •
• •

‫‫‬
ecor ted ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
․ ‚ ․
‚ ․
․
․
… ‥
zed ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
‥ ‥
․ ․
․ ‬‥
‥ ‬
entre ( ) Synonym
‬ ․ ․
․

09. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Time and tide wait for none. No one can call it back. A man gets back his lost money and health but
cannot get back his lost time. Time once lost is lost forever. So we should make the best used of time.
We should do our duties properly. If we put off our work for tomorrow, we may not get an opportunity
to do it at all. There are some people who idle away time for nothing. They cannot prosper in life. They
have to suffer for it. So we should take an oath that we must do our duty properly and in time.
(a) tide (antonym) (b) wait (synonym) (c) call (synonym) (d) back (synonym) (e) lose (synonym) (f)
use (synonym) (g) duty (synonym) (h) opportunity (synonym) (i) suffer (antonym) (j) oath
(synonym)

† ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ․” †․ †․‫‫‬ ․
• ․ †․ ‛
‚ ” ․ ‚ ’ ‛‚ ․ ․ ”
‚ ‚ ․ ‫․ …‚ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ … ․ ‚ † ․ … • ․‪ ․
’ ․ ‫‫‬ ” ․ † † ‫․ ‫‬ ‛‚ ‚
’ ‛‚ ․ † ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation

Tide ( ) Antonym ‥
…
…

’
W it ( ) Synonym
․ ‥
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․
․ ․”․
‚ ․ ‥
ll ( ) Synonym ․ ‚ ‫‫‬ ․
‚ ‫‫‬
․
‪
ck ( ) Synonym ‪ ’ ‥
‪ ․
․
․‪ ‥
ose ( ) Synonym ’ ․ ․
’ ․
․
․‪
․ ‫… ‫‬ ‥
z z …․ …
Use ( ) Synonym …․
․
… ․
․
․‫‫‬
uty ( ) Synonym ․‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ․‫‫‬
․
…
pportunity …-
Synonym …
( ) ‥
… ․
․ •
․ …
Suffer ( ) Antonym ” …․
․ ‥ ” …
․

’ ․ ‥
th ( ) Synonym ’ ․
’ ․
․

10. Read the passage and write the antonym or synonym of the underline words as directed:
Illiteracy is a (a) curse (antonym). It is the root (b) cause (synonym) of (c) ignorance (antonym) which
(d) frustrates (synonym) all (e) development (synonym) efforts of the government. No development
effort can (f) succeed (synonym) unless illiteracy is (g) eradicated (antonym). Eradication of illiteracy
in a country like Bangladesh with so (h) vast (antonym) a population is (i) undoubtedly (synonym) a
(j) gigantic (antonym) task.
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’ †․ ’ † ’ ․ ․ ” ․ ․
’ ․ ․ ” †․ ‫… ‫‬
’ ․ †․ ․‫‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
’
… ․
urse ( ) Antonym ‚ ․‪ ‥
‚
․‪
․ ․
‧ ”
use ( ) Synonym ” ”
‥ ”
” ․
’
gnor nce ( ) Antonym ’ ‥

․
rustr tes (
Synonym ‧ ․ ‥
)
‧ ․
”
evelopment
Synonym ” ’ … ‥
( )
” ․
•
Succeed ( ’‫․ ‫‬ ‥
Synonym ’‫․ ‫‬
) ’‫․ ‫‬
․
” ‪ ․
r dic ted (
Antonym ․
) ‥
․

V st ( ) Antonym ‪ ‥ ‪

Undoubtedly ‥
Synonym
( )
․
․
ig ntic ( ) Antonym ‥

11. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
A good writer may be a good reader. A good reader may be a good speaker or make good recitation.
Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not lazy. The main thing is sincerity. Seriousness should
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also be taken under consideration. If a man is serious, he can make impossible to be possible. If we
become serious in our intention we can shine in life.
(a) good (antonym); (b) speaker (synonym); (c) recitation (synonym); (d) impossible (antonym); (e)
lazy (antonym); (f) sincerity (synonym); (g) seriousness (synonym); (h) possible (antonym); (i)
intention (synonym); (j) shine (synonym).

†․‫‫‬ ‥․ †․‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ ’

‚ ․ † ․‪‛ †․‫‫‬ ‫’ ‫‬ ’
• • ” †․‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․
‚ ‚ ” ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ’‫․ ‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
” ․
‥ ’
ood ( ) Antonym ’

․
” ․
Spe ker ( ) Synonym ‥
․ ․
․ ․ ․
‚
” ‥
Recit tion ( ) Synonym
”
” ․
’ ․
‥
mpossible Possible/Ach
Antonym ’‫‫‬ …
( ) ’‫‫‬ …

’
․ ‥
zy ( ) Antonym

•
Sincerity ( ) Synonym ‚ ․ ‥
‚
‚ ․

․ ․‪
Seriousness Gravity/Importance/Consideration
Synonym ․ ‥
( ) …
…
․
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․
‥
Possible ( ) Antonym
’ ’ ’ ’ ’
’
”
․ ‥
ntention ( ) Synonym ” …
”
… ․
” •
‚ ․ ”
‚ ․ ․ ‥
Shine ( ) Synonym
• • ” ․ ‚ ․ •
•
” ․ ․

12. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
A thing cannot become as precious as gold only by the way of glittering. People in general, are
charmed and attracted by outward show of things and not by their own merits. Gold is a bright
precious metal and its value is recognised by all. Nevertheless there are many metals cheaper than
gold but look like it. They glitter for sometime and fade in the course of time. They fascinate our eyes
too. But their beauty and glamour do not last long. But gold is such a metal that it can stand the wear
and tear of time and shine till the last moment of existence. In our society, there are so many people
who are outwardly very gentle and nice. But after a period of time, their real identity is revealed. They
do not have intrinsic value and morality.
(a) precious (antonym): (b) glitter (synonym); (c) attract (synonym); (d) outward (antonym); (e)
recognize (synonym); (f) fascinate (synonym); (g) glamour (antonym); (h) shine (antonym); (i)
intrinsic (synonym); (j) morality (antonym).

․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․․ ‛ • ․
† ‚․ ․ ” • † † ․ ‛
․ ․ • ’ ․ ‪ ‥ ․‪ ‫‬ ‫‬ ․
† ‚ ‥ ․• ․ ․ •‚ ‫‫‬ ‧ ․
† †․ • ” ․ ‚ ‫․ ․ ’ †‫‬
‪ ․ ‥ • ․ ․‪ ․ ․ ․ •
․ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
•
‥
Precious ( ) Antonym

․ ․․
litter ( ‬ ․ ”
Synonym ” ‚
) • ‚ ․ •
․
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‥ ‬
․ ” •
‚ ․ •
․
‚․ ․
… ‚
ttr ct ( ․ ’‫․ ‫‬ ‥
Synonym
) ․ ․
․
․
․ ‛
Inward/Internal/Hidde ‥
utw rd ( ) Antonym
’ … ’ … ’ …
’ …

․ ․‪ ․
Recognize ( ․ ‬
Synonym
) ․ ․ ․ ‬ ‥ ․
․ ․
‬ ․
․
‚․ • ‚․
scin te ( ․ ‥
Synonym
) ․ ‚․ ․ ․ ․ ‚․ ․
․
․
‚ ‫‫‬
‚․ •
l mour
Antonym ‥
( )

” •
‚ ‪ ‥
• ’ ․ •
Shine ( ) Antonym
• ․ • ) ’ ․ •
․ •

’ … ․
․
ntrinsic ( ) Synonym ‥ ‫‫‬
‫‫‬ ’ ‫‫‬
’
‫‫‬ ․
․
• ․
or lity ( ) Antonym
’ ․ ’ ‚ ‚ ‥
’ ․ ’
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13. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below : —
Democracy is the system of government which allows freedom of speech, religious and political
opinion. It means fair and equal treatment for the citizens without social class division. In fact, in a
democratic country people elect their representatives who work for the people. Free and fair election
is the pre-condition for democracy. In a democratic country, people enjoy the rights of food, cloth,
shelter, education, medical treatment and other facilities.
(a) allow (synonym) (b) freedom (synonym) (c) opinion (synonym) (d) fair (antonym) (e) equal
(antonym) (f) division (antonym) (g) elect (synonym) (h) system (synonym) (i) treatment (synonym)
(j) facility (synonym).

… ‛ ․ • ‫‫‬ ․ ․ † … ․
‫‫‬ ‫․‫‬ …‪ • ‚ ․ ‬ ․ †․ … ․ ‫… ‫‬
․ ‫… ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․‫․‫‬ • … †․ … ․
‥ ․ ‚ ․ •’ …- ’ ․ ” …․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
’ ․
․‪ ․ ’
llow ( z ’ ․ • ‥
Synonym
) • ․ ’
․ •
․ ․

• ‥
reedom ( ) Synonym
․

‥
pinion ( ) Synonym
․

․• ‥
Unfair/Partial/Biased ’
ir ( ) Antonym
’ ․
․

…․
qu l ( ) Antonym ‥ ’
’ ’ ’
’
’
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‫‫‬ …
․ ․․
ivision ( ) Antonym ‥ †․
†․ †․ ․
†․ ․

․
․”․
Choose/A ‪‛․ ․ ‥ ‪‛
lect ( ) Synonym
․ ․ ․ ․
․
․
†․
… ․
System ( ) Synonym ‥ …
… ․
․
․
․
‚ …
Tre tment
Synonym ‥
( ) ․
․
․
…-

cility ( ) Synonym ‥
…
… ․

14. Read the passage and write down antonym and synonym of the words as directed below :
Grass is a vegetation consisting of short plants with long narrow leaves. The grass family contains
some 9000 species, including both terrestrial and aquatic species. No other plant family has been so
successful in colonising a broad range of habitats across the globe. Most grasses have inconspicuous
flowers that are wind pollinated. Certain species are cultivated as food crops. Others are employed in
horticulture.
(a) consist (synonym); (b) narrow (antonym); (c) include (antonym); (d) aquatic (synonym); (e)
successful (synonym); (f) broad (antonym); (g) habitat (synonym); (h) inconspicuous (synonym); (i)
certain (antonym); (j) employed (synonym).

‧ ” †․ ” ‧ ․ ‧ ‫‫‬ ‪
‫’ ‫ ‫ ‫ †‫‬ ․ ’ ” † ․ ‚
‥ ․ …‧ ’ † … ․‪ ‫‫‬
‥ ․ ’ ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

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Word Direction Answer Explanation

’ ․
․‪ ”
onsist ( ․ ․ ‥
Synonym
) ․ ’ ․ ․ ․
’ ․
․
․
‪ ‥
rrow ( ) Antonym

’ ․
…․ ‥
nclude ( ‫․ ‫‬
Antonym ‫․ ‫‬
) •
•

‫‫ ‫‬
․ ‥
-
qu tic ( ) Synonym
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
‫‫‬
‫‫‬ ․

’‫‫‬
Successful ( ) Synonym ‥
’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
․

‥
ro d ( ) Antonym
․ ․

‚
․ ”
bit t ( ) Synonym ‥
‚
‚
․
’ ‫‫‬
nconspicuous ‥
Synonym
( ) ’ … ’ ’ …
’ ․

‥ ’
ert in ( ) Antonym
’ ‫’․ ‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬
’
․
z
mployed ( ) Synonym ․ ‫‫‬ … ‥
…
…
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15. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below :
Books are men's best friends in life. You may have many good friends; but you do not find them when
you need them. They may not always come to you with sympathy. Some may prove true or some may
prove false and do you much harm. But books are always ready to be your side. Some books will make
you laugh, some others will give you much pleasure. Again some books will bring new knowledge and
ideas. They are your ever friends throughout your life.
(a) friend (antonym); (b) need (antonym); (c) sympathy (synonym); (d) prove (synonym); (e) false
(antonym); (f) harm (antonym); (g) laugh (antonym); (h) pleasure (synonym); (i) bring (synonym); (j)
idea (synonym).

‛ ‫‫‬ ‚ ’ ․ ․ ‚ ‥ ‫‫‬
․ ‥ ․ ‚ ․ ‪‚ ․” ․”
‚ ․” † ‚ ․’ ․ ․ ․ ‛ ‚ ․
‫‫‬ ․ ․‪ ‛ ‚ ․ ’ ․‪ ‛ ‚ ․’ ․‚ ‚ ․‪ ‛
• ‚ ‚ ‫‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
•
․ ‥
riend ( ) Antonym

‫‫‬
‚ ․ ‥
eed ( ) Antonym ’ ‫‫‬
’ ‫‫‬ ’
’

’ ’
Symp thy • ‥
Synonym
( )

․
․
․
Con ‥ ․
Prove ( ) Synonym
․ ‛․ ․ ‛․
․
․
’
‥
lse ( ) Antonym ‚
‚
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․
․‪ ․
rm ( ) Antonym ” ․ ‚ … ‥ ” ․
‚ …

‚
․ ․ ‥
ugh ( ) Antonym ․ ․ ․
․

‚ ‥
” … ‥
Ple sure ( ) Synonym ‚ ” ‥
‚ ”
‥ ․
‚ ․‪
‚ ‥
․ ․
ring ( ) Synonym
․ ” ․ ․
” ․
․
․

de ( ) Synonym ․ ‥

16. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
We should never call a student weaker. Teachers should never discourage any student frustrating his/her
interest, ability and dream. Every teacher should try his/her best to find out the ways of success for the
students and guide them to achieve it.
(a) never (antonym) (b) weaker (antonym) (c) discourage (antonym) (d) frustrating (synonym) (e)
interest (synonym) (f) ability (synonym) (g) dream (synonym) (h) best (antonym) (i) success
(antonym) (j) achieve (synonym)

‚ ․‥ ‛ ․ ․ ․ ” ․ ” ․ ․
․ ‚ † ․ ․ ․ ” ‫‫‬
‥‫‫‬ ․ † † ’‫‫‬ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
․‥
․ ․‪ ․‥
ever ( ) Antonym ․
‧ ‥
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․
‥
We ker ( ) Antonym

․
․
iscour ge Encourage/ ” ․ ’
Antonym ‥ ”
( ) ․
․ ’
․
‫․ ‫‬
’ ․
rustr ting z ‥
Synonym
( ) ‚ ‚ ․ ‚
‚ ․
․
‚ ․‪
‫‫‬ ‥ ‛‪
nterest ( ) Synonym ” ․
‥ ” ․
․
․
․‪ ․
bility ( ) Synonym
‥
․

‚․ ‥
re m ( ) Synonym
” ”
․

‥
est ( ) Antonym ‥
‥

’‫․ ‫‬ ‥
Success ( ) Antonym ‫‫‬
‫‫‬

’‫․ ‫‬
․‪
chieve (
Synonym ․ ․ ‥
)
․ ․

17. Read the following passage and then write the synonym or antonym of the words as directed
below :
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Social values underline a set of principles of generally accepted norms and behaviour of a society. Our
forefathers practised a good number of social values like simplicity, honesty, sincerity, responsibility,
and piety. We have replaced those good aspects with complexity, dishonesty, corruption, conspiracy,
faithlessness and envy. Our materialistic attitude has made us self-centered and corrupted. We must
get rid of these vices and create awareness among all about the negative impacts of our wrong doings.
In order to make a better society, we should create awareness among people about the outcome of
their misdeeds.
We must have distinctive social values once practised by our forefathers. We should give importance
to the past moral values to bring peace and harmony in the society and make the world better for
living.
(a) accepted (Antonym); (b) sincerity (Antonym); (c) responsibility (Synonym); (d) complexity
(Antonym); (e) envy (Antonym); (f) vice (Antonym); (g) impact (Synonym); (h) outcome (Synonym);
(i) importance (Synonym); (j) awareness (Synonym).

‫․‫‬ † ․‪ ‫… ‫‬ •‚ ․ ‚
‚ ․ • ․ ’ ․ ‫․‫‬ ’ ․
‚ ‛ ․ ‫‫‬ ’ ‧ ․ •“ ․ ‪ ‚
… ‚ ‚ ․ ․• ․ ‪ ‚ ” † ‥ ’ ․ †
․ ‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ․ †․ ‫…‫‬ ‫‫‬
‚ ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ ”

‚ ’ ‛‚ ’ ‫․‫‬ ․” ‚ ”
’ ․ ․ • ‫‫‬ • ‫‫‬ ․† ․ ‫‫‬ ‚ •
․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
ccepted Antonym … ․
( ) ‥ ’ ․ ’ ‥
‥ ’ ․

Sincerity Antonym ‚ ․
( ) ’ ‫‫‬ • ‥
’
‫‫‬
Responsibility Synonym ․
( ) ․ ’ ․ ‫‫‬ ‥ ․
’ ․ ‫‫‬
․
omplexity Antonym ‪ ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․
( ) ․ ‥
‪
‫‫‬
nvy ( ) Antonym “ ’
․ ․’ ‥
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"․
Vice ( ) Antonym ․ ’ ‥
’ ․
‥
․

mp ct ( ) Synonym
‚ ‥

․
utcome Synonym
( ) ” ‥
” ․
mport nce Synonym ‫‫‬
( ) ․ ‥
․
․
w reness Synonym z ‫‫‬ •
( ) ‬ ” ‬ ‥
‬
”
․

18. Read the following passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed
below :
Sincerity is the root of success of all work. One can go a long way if one does a job with sincerity. The
great men are sincere because they know that sincerity is the key to success. Those who do not follow
the rules of sincerity can never go a long way, sincerity is the secret of victory. If any work is not done
with sincerity, one will never receive desirable output from it. So we should be sincere in every walk of
life.
(a) success (antonym) (b) job (synonym) (c) great (antonym) (d) because (synonym) (e) know
(synonym) (f) follow (antonym) (g) rule (synonym) (h) never (antonym) (i) victory (synonym) (j)
desirable (antonym).

․ ‫‫‬ ․” ․‫․‫‬ ’ ․
․ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․‥ ‛
‧ ‫‫‬ … ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ † ․
․ • ‛‚ ‫‫‬ • ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
’‫․ ‫‬
Success
Antonym ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬
( )

ob ( ) Synonym ․ ․‫‫‬ ‥
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․ ․

re t
Antonym ‥ ‪
( ) ‪

․ ․ ․‪ ‥
ec use
Synonym ․ ․ • ‥ ․
( )
․ ․
‫‫‬ ․‪ ‬
now z
Synonym • ‥ ‬ ․
( ) ‬ ․ ․ ’ ․
․ ’ ․ ․
’ ․ ․‪
ollow
” ‥ ” ․
( Antonym
․ ’ ․ ’ ․ ’ ․ ’ ․
)

․
Rule ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
․ ‚‛
‚‛ ․
․‥ ․ ․‪
ever ․ ․‥ ‛ • ‥
Antonym
( ) ․‥ ․‥ ․
․‥ ․‥
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥
Victory
Synonym ‫‫’ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ’‫‫‬
( )
․
․ ‚․
esir ble
Antonym • ‥ ’․
( ) ’․ ’ ’
’ ’

19. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed:
Bangladesh is an agro-based country. The soil of Bengal is purer than gold. Most of her land is fertile.
The farmers of this country are industrious. They work ceaselessly from dawn to dusk. They are not
lazy. They love their motherland. They have a strong attachment to their motherland. Their diligence
and perseverance keep the wheel of economy moving. We must respect them. We are grateful to
them. We must follow their devotion to duty and country.
(a) fertile (synonym); (b) industrious (antonym); (c) ceaselessly (synonym); (d) lazy (synonym); (e)
love (antonym); (f) strong (synonym); (g) moving (antonym); (h) respect (synonym); (i) grateful
(antonym); (j) devotion (synonym).

†․ ․ •‥ ’ ․ ” †‛ ․ ․
․ ․‫․‫‬ ’ ․
… ‪ ’ † ․ ’ ․ ‥
‚ ․ ” ‚ ․ ‚ ” ․ • ․
’ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
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” ’
․ ‥
ertile ( ) Synonym
” ”
․
․ •
ndustrious ․ ‥
Antonym z ’ ․
( ) ’ ․

e selessly ‥
Synonym
( ) ‪ ’ ’ ‪ ’
’ ․
’ ․
zy ( ) Synonym ‚ ‥
‚ ․
•
ove ‚ ․ ‥ ‧
Antonym ‧ ’ ‪ …
( ) ’ ‪ …

•
Strong
Synonym ‥
( )
․
…
oving
Antonym S ’ ‥
( )
’
•”
Respect
Synonym ‥
( ) …
… ․
․ ․ ․
r teful ․ ‥ ’․
Antonym
( ) ’․ ” ․ ” ” ․ ”

‚ ․ •
evotion Dedication/Commitment/Loyalty
Synonym †․ ‥ ” …
( ) ” …
․

20. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
During the nine month long Liberation War the Pakistani army carried out the most brutal massacre in
human history. There were thousands of killing fields all around Bangladesh. One of the largest killing
fields is located at Dumuria in Khulna. The area is called Chuknagar. Hundreds and thousands of fleeing
people arrived at Chuknagar to cross the border. On 20 May 1971 Pakistani soldiers surrounded the
area. They started to fire the fleeing people. About eight to ten thousand people were killed at
Chuknagar.
(a) liberation (synonym) (b) brutal (antonym) (c) Massacre (synonym) (d) human (antonym) (e)
located (antonym) (f) called (synonym) (g) surrounded (synonym) (h) started (antonym) (i) killed
(synonym) (j) largest (antonym)
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․ ․ ‛
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‪ †․ ‥ ’ †‛ ’ ․
․ … ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ • • ‫‫‬ ․ … ‚
․ †‛ ’ ‧ • • ․ ․ …
‚ ․ ‫‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
’‫‫‬
iber tion Freedom/Emancipation/Indep
Synonym ‥ ” …
( ) ” …
․
•
’ ․ ‥
rut l ( ) Antonym

․
ss cre
Synonym ․ ‥
( ) …
… ․
․
um n Inhuman/Nonhuman/U ‥ ’ ․
Antonym
( ) ’ ․’ ’ ․ ’ ’ ․

’ ․
oc ted ․ ‥
Antonym
( ) ’ ’ ’ ’

․ ․ ․
․ ․ ‥ ․ ․
lled ( ) Synonym
․ ” ‥․ ” ‥․
․
‧ ․
Surrounded Encircled/Enclosed/Co ․ ‥
Synonym
( ) ‚ ․ ‚ ․
․
․‪ ‚ ․
St rted ( ) Antonym ‥
•
•
․ ‥
illed ( ) Synonym •
• ․
․ ․

rgest
Antonym ‥ ‪
( ) ‪

21. Read the following passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below :
Sincerity is the root of success of all works. One can go a long way if he does a job with sincerity. The
great men are sincere because they know that sincerity is the key to success. Those who do not follow
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the rules of sincerity can never go a long way. Sincerity is the secret of victory. If any work is not done
with sincerity, one will never receive desirable output from it. So, we should be sincere in every walk of
life.
(a) success (antonym) (h) job (synonym) (c) great (antonym) (d) because (synonym) (e) know
(synonym) (f) follow (antonym) (g) rule (synonym) (h) never (antonym) (i) victory (synonym) (j)
desirable (antonym).

․ ‫‫‬ ․” ․‫․‫‬ ’ ․
․ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․‥ ‛
‧ ‫‫‬ … ․ ․‫‫‬ ․ † ․
․ • ‛‚ ‫‫‬ • ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
’‫․ ‫‬
Success
Antonym ‫‫‬ ‥ ‫‫‬
( )

․‫‫‬ ‥
ob ( ) Synonym ․
․ ․

re t
Antonym ‥ ‪
( ) ‪

․ ․ ․‪ ‥
ec use
Synonym ․ ․ • ‥ ․
( )
․ ․
‫‫‬ ․‪ ‬
now z
Synonym • ‥ ‬ ․
( ) ‬ ․ ․ ’ ․
․ ’ ․ ․
’ ․ ․‪
ollow
” ‥ ” ․
( Antonym
․ ’ ․ ’ ․ ’ ․ ’ ․
)

․
Rule ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
․ ‚‛
‚‛ ․
․‥ ․ ․‪
ever ․ ․‥ ‛ • ‥
Antonym
( ) ․‥ ․‥ ․
․‥ ․‥
‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ․ ‥
Victory
Synonym Triumph/Win/Succes ‫‫’ ‫‬ ‫‫‬ ’‫‫‬
( )
․
․ ‚․
esir ble
Antonym • ‥ ’․
( ) ’․ ’ ’
’ ’
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22. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below:
All this was perplexing and upsetting. For at the time I had already made up my mind that imperialism
was an evil thing and the sooner I chucked up my job and got out of it the better. Theoretically and
secretly, of course I was all for the strugglers and against their oppressors.
(a) perplexing (antonym) (b) upsetting (antonym) (c) imperialism (synonym) (d) evil (antonym) (e)
sooner (antonym) (f) chucked (synonym) (g) better (antonym) (h) theoretically (synonym) (i)
secretly (synonym) (j) oppressor (synonym).

․‪‛ ․ † ‫․ ‫‬‪ ․ ‥ ‛‚ ‪ ‫‫‬ †․ ’

† ‚ ‚ ․ ‪ † ‛ … ‛ ’ ‛ ․ † …
‚ ‪ † ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
․ ’ ‫‫‬
Perplexing ‥
Antonym Clear/Simple/Obvio
( )

‫’ ․ ‫‬
․ ․ ‥
Upsetting ․ ‥
Antonym
( ) ․” ․‚ ․ ․
” ․
‚ ․
‫‫‬ ’ †․
’ ”
mperi lism
Synonym ‚ ‥
( ) ”
”
․
’ ’ ‥
’ ․ ‥
vil ( ) Antonym
‫․ ‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬

‚… ’
‥
Sooner ( ) Antonym
․
․
…․ ’
• …․
hucked
Synonym ‥ ․
( ) ․ …․ ‪
…․
‪ ․
’ ”
etter ( ) Antonym ‥ ’ … ‥ ‥
’ …
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․ ’
… ․
Theoretic lly Conceptually/Academically/Hypoth ‥ …
Synonym
( ) … ․ ․ ․ ․
․ ․
․
… ’ …
’ ․ ‥
Secretly
Synonym …
( ) … … ’
…
’ ․
․ ’
․ ’
ppressor
Synonym ‥
( ) ․ ․
․ ․
․

23. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed:
The process of globalization obviously requires a common language for international communication.
For many different reasons, English has achieved the prestige of being that language. As a result, it has
crossed national borders to reach people who speak other languages. It is no longer the unique
possession of British or American people, but a language that belongs to the world's people. In fact,
bilingual and multlingual users of English far outnumber its monolingual native speakers. This
phenomemon has led to a bewildering variety of English around the world. As more and more people
speak English, more and more varieties have emerged which are strongly influenced by the
pronunciation, grammar and idioms of the respective mother-tongues. Word English has now moved
away from the control of the native speakers. However, the question of British or American English is
not so important now. Today's slogan is mutual intelligibility among users of the language.
(a) obviously (synonym); (b) prestige (synonym); (c) national (synonym); (d) unique (antonym); (e)
native (antonym); (f) variety (synonym); (g) emerge (antonym); (h) control (antonym); (i) important
(synonym); (j) intelligibility (antonym).

‛‫‫‬ ’ ‛ ‚ ‫․† ‫ … … ․ ‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ ‛
‛ ‫‛ ‫‬ ’‫ ․ ‫‬‪ † ‫‫‬ ’ ․ ’ ․ ‪ ‪‪
† ‚ ‚ ․ †․․ † ․ ‛ ‫‫‬
․• ․ ․ ‥ †․ ․ ․ ’ ․ †‛ ‧
‛ ‫‫‬ ‧ ‪ ‛ ‫‫‬ ․ ‪
‪ ” ․ † ‪ ‛ ‫‥† ‫‬
․ ․ † ‪ ‚ ․ ‛ ‫‫‬ †‥ ‥
‚‫․ ‫‬ ․ ․ …

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
bviously Clearly/Evidently/Apparently
Synonym
( ) ․ ‥
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․
․
•’
Prestige
Synonym ‥
( )
․
‫‫‬ ․
tion l ’ ‥
Synonym
( ) ‚ ‚
․
’ †․
Unique
Antonym ‥
( )

‫‫‬
-
tive ( ) Antonym ‥ ’
’ …
…

V riety
Synonym ‥
( )
․
” • ․ •
merge ( Disappear/Wit ’
Antonym ‥ ’ •
) • ․ ‪
․ ‪

ontrol
Antonym ‥
( )

‫‫‬
mport nt ‥
Synonym
( ) ’ ‫‫‬ - ’ ‫‫‬ -
․
… ‫‫‬ ‬
ntelligibility
Antonym ‥ ’
( ) ’ ’
’

24. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below :
There are many (a) people who have a (b) conservative outlook. Quite (c) early in life they learn to (d)
believe that everything in this (e) world was predetermined and (f) all that happen to them was
ordained by God. For this belief, the poor generally accept their (g) Poverty and all their sorrows and
(h) sufferings without trying much to (i) overcome them. They also have the (j) same sort of attitude
towards illness and disease.
(a) people (synonym); (b) conservative (antonym); (c) early (antonym); (d) believe (synonym); (e)
world (synonym); (f) all (antonym); (g) poverty (antonym); (h) sufferings (synonym); (i) overcome
(synonym); (j) same (antonym).

’ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ‚ …‛ ‥ ․‪ †
‫‫‬ ‧ “ †‛ ․ • ‥-․
‥ †… • ․ ’ ‥• … †․‛ ․
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ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
‫… ‫‬
People ( ) Synonym ‥ ‫‫‬
‫‫‬
․
-
onserv tive - ‥ ” ”
Antonym
( ) ” ” ’ … ’ …

‚…
Late/Delayed/Postp
rly ( ) Antonym ‥ …
…

․ ․ ․‪
elieve (
Synonym ․ ‥
)
․

World ( ) Synonym ‥ … ․
… ․
․
‥ ․‪‛
ll ( ) Antonym ․‪‛ ’ ․‪
’ ․‪
’ ‥
Poverty ( ) Antonym ‡
‡

‥-․ ‥•․
Sufferings
Synonym ‥
( - ) ․’
․’ ․
‫․ ‫‬ ’
vercome ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ․
Synonym
( ) ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
․
†․‛ ’ ‥
S me ( ) Antonym
25. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
Sports are a popular form of entertainment. Many international sporting events are organised from
time to time. Most of the events are sponsored by multinational manufacturing companies and
business firms. They pay for the sports events in exchange for the right to advertise their products
during those events. These events are telecast worldwide by satellite and people all over the world
watch them live. As a result, the sponsor's products receive maximum media coverage giving
companies international recognition. This is the only commercial aspect of international sport but
there are other aspects too.
(a) popular (antonym); (b) form (synonym); (c) entertainment (synonym); (d) organize (synonym);
(e) sponsor (synonym); (f) multinational (antonym); (g) pay (antonym); (h) watch (synonym); (i)
maximum (antonym); (j) recognition (antonym).

‥ †․ ‫‫‬ ’ ․‚ ‫‫‬ ․ ’ ‚ ‫‫‬ …

‛ ‫‫‬ ․” † ․ ․ ․ ‛ ‛
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‫‫‬ ’ ․ ․ ’ ․ †‛ ‛ ”
† ‫‫‬ † ‥ ․ ․ ․ ‫‫‬
‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ․ † ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ †․ ‫․ ․‫‬ ’ ․• ‪

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
‫‫‬ ․ • ‪ ‛
Popul r Unpopular/Common/Unk
Antonym ‥ ’‫‫‬
( ) ’‫‫‬ ’
’
…
orm ( ) Synonym ‥ ‚․ …
‚․ …
․
‚ ․
Entertainment
Synonym ․ ․ ‥
( ) ‚
‚ ․
‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ․
rg nize ․ ‥
Synonym
( ) ․
․ ․
․ ‚ ․
Sponsor ․ ․ ‥
Synonym
( ) ․ ․ ’ ․ ․ ․
’ ․ ․
‫․ ‫‬
ultin tion l ‚ ‫․ ‫‬ ‥
Antonym
( ) ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬

’ ․
Receive/C ․
P y( ) Antonym ․ ‥ ․
․ •
․ •
‥ … ‥
‥
W tch ( ) Synonym ‥ ‥
․
․ ․
․
ximum
Antonym ‥ ․
( ) ․

․
Recognition Ignorance/Negl
Antonym ․ ‥ ”
( ) ” ’ ’
’ ’

26. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
A good writer may be a good reader. A good reader may be a good speaker or make good recitation.
Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not lazy. The main thing is sincerity. Seriousness should
also be taken under consideration. If a man is serious, he can make impossible to be possible. If we
become serious in our intention we can shine in life.
(a) Good (antonym); (b) Writer (synonym); (c) Speaker (synonym); (d) Recitation (synonym); (e)
Impossible (antonym); (f) Lazy (antonym); (g) Main (antonym); (h) Sincerity (synonym); (i)
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Seriousness (synonym); (j) Consideration (synonym); (k) Serious (antonym); (l) Possible (antonym);
(m) Intention (synonym); (n) Shine (synonym).

†․‫‫‬ ‥․ †․‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ ․ †․‫‫‬ ’

‚ ․ † ․‪‛ †․‫‫‬ ‫’ ‫‬ ’
• • ” †․‫‫‬ ․ ’ ․ ․
‚ ‚ ” ‛ ‚ ‫‫‬ ’‫․ ‫‬

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
ood ( ) Antonym ’ ” ․ ‥
’

Writer ( ) Synonym Author/Scribe/Essayist ‥․ ‥ ․

( ‥․ ․ ․ ‥ ‥․ ․
․ ․
Spe ker ( ) Synonym ․
․ ․ ” ․ ‥

․ ․ ․
Recit tion Synonym ‚ ”
( ) ” ‥
” ․
mpossible Antonym ’ ․
( ) ’‫‫‬ … ‥ ’‫‫‬ …

zy ( ) Antonym ’ ․
‥

Main ( ) Antonym ‥
… ‪ ’ ․ … ‪ ’ ․

Sincerity Synonym •
( ) ‚ ‚ ․ ‥
‚ ․
Seriousness Synonym
( ) … ․ ․‪ ․ ‥
…
․
Consider tion Synonym …
( ) ․ ‥
․
Serious Antonym
( ) ” ․ ’ ․ ‥ ” ․
’ ․
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Possible ( ) Antonym ․ ‥
’ ’ ’ ’ ’ ’

ntention Synonym ” … ”
( ) ․ ‥ ”
… ․
Shine ( Synonym ‚ ․ ” • ‚ ․
) • • ” ․ ” ․ ‥
‚ ․ •
• ” ․ ․

27. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
He is optimistic of his success. He works hard and abides by his teachers' guidelines. He understands
that it is important to be diligent. He does not rely on any one and believes that honesty and hard
work can help one reach the peak of success. He harbours the faith that a laborious man is sure to
shine.
(a) Optimistic (antonym); (b) Success (antonym); (c) Hard (synonym); (d) Guideline (synonym); (e)
Understand (synonym); (f) Important (antonym); (g) Diligent (synonym).

‚ ․ ․ † ․ ․’ ․
‬ • ․ •• ․ † ․ •․
†․‫‫‬ ․ ‥ ‪ ․ †‛ ․ †․‫‫‬
’ ‛” ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
‚ ‛ ․
ptimistic
Antonym ‥
( )

’‫‫‬ ‫‫‬
Success
Antonym ‥ ‫‫‬
( ) ‫’ ‫‬
’
․ ․ ‥
rd ( ) Synonym ․
․ ․
․ ‫‫‬
uideline
Synonym ‥
( ) ․
․ ․
‬ ” ․
Underst nd z ’ ‬ ‥ ’
Synonym
( ) ․ ․ ” ․ ․ ․ ”
․ ․
mport nt ‫‫‬
Antonym
( ) … ‪’ ‫‫‬ ‥ … ‪
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’ ‫‫‬
… •․
iligent
Synonym ‥ ․
( ) ․
․

28. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
Education is one of the basic needs of human being and is essential for any kind of development. The
poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be attributed to most people's
inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health, sanitation
and population control. If they were educated, they could live a healthy and planned life. Education
teaches us how to earn well and how to spend well. It enables us to make the right choices in life and
to perform our duties properly. It enhances our ability to raise crops, store food, protect the
environment and carry out our social responsibilities.
(a) basic (synonym); (b) essential (synonym); (c) development (synonym); (d) condition (synonym);
(e) inaccessibility (antonym); (f) illiterate (synonym); (g) sanitation (synonym); (h) population
(synonym); (i) healthy (antonym); (j) teach (antonym); (k) spend (antonym); (l) enable (antonym);
(m) properly (synonym); (n) ability (antonym).

․ ’ † ․ ” ‫‫‬ ’
‫․‫‬-’ ․’ ․ ‪’ ․ ’ ’ ․
† ‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ․ ‛ †․ • ․
‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ․ ” ‫․ ‫‬ † ․ ․
‥ † ‚ ․ † ‚ ․ ․ †
‚ ” ‥ † ‫․‫‬ ․

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation
․
Fundamental/Prima
sic ( ) Synonym ‥ ․
․ ․ ․
․ ․ ․
’ ’
ssenti l ‫‫‬ ‥
Synonym
( ) ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ - ‫‫‬
‫ ‫‬- ․
” ’ … •
evelopment
Synonym ‥ ’ …
( ) ’ … ”
” ․
’
ondition ’ ‥
Synonym
( ) ’ ’
․
n ccessibility Antonym ’
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( ) … ” … ․ ‥
… ”
…

lliter te
Synonym ‥ ’ ’
( ) ’ ’ ’‫‫‬
’‫‫‬ ․
-
S nit tion ‪ ‥
Synonym
( ) ‪ ‪
․
‫‫‬ ‥
Popul tion z ‥ ․ ‫… ‫‬
Synonym
( ) ’ … ․‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ‥ ’ … ․
‫‫‬ ‥ ․ ․
• …
e lthy ( ) Antonym ’ ‥ ’

‥ ․
‥
Te ch ( ) Antonym
” ․ ․ ” ․ ․

29. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
All of us know what a dream is. Generally, we dream during our sleep, Dreams may appear to be short
or long lasting. Sometimes we say, I dreamt for the whole night! But do we really dream for the whole
night? Some dreams are sweet or romantic. Some are horrible. When we dream something extremely
bad, we call it a nightmare.
(a) None (Antonym); (b) Fantasy (Synonym); (c) Rarely (Antonym); (d) Disappear (Antonym); (e)
Wake (Antonym); (f) Brief (Synonym); (g) Extended (Synonym); (h) Always (Antonym); (i) Evening
(Synonym); (j) Truly (Synonym); (k) Non-romantic (Antonym); (l) Terrible (Synonym); (m) Intensely
(Synonym); (n) Dream (Antonym).

‚ ‛‫‫‬ ․ ‚ ‧ ‥ ․‥ • ‚
‧ ․‥ • ․‥ • ‚ ‚ ‥‪ ․ ‚ ․ ‛
‥ ․‪ ․ ‚ ․‪ ‥ ‛ ‥ ‚ ‥ ‛‥ ․‪
‥ ‥ ․
ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:
Word Direction Answer Explanation
․‪‛ ’
one ( ) Antonym ‥ ․
․ ․‪
․‪
․ ․ ‫…‫‬ ‥
nt sy ( ) Synonym
․ ․ ․
Often/Frequently/Regularly ‛‧ ․ ‥ ․
R rely ( ) Antonym
‧ ‥ ‛ ‧ ‧
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’ • •
is ppe r ․ • ‥ • ‥ ․
Antonym
( ) • ” • • ‥ • ”
•
‫…‫‬ ‫•… ‫‬ ‥
z ‧ ‪
W ke ( ) Antonym ‧ ‪ ․
․

․ ․
Short/Concise/Compact ‥ ‪
rief ( ) Synonym
‪ ․ ․
․
․ ‧․
xtended
Synonym ‥ ‧
( ) ‧
․
‥
Always ․‥
Antonym ․‥ ․‥ ․‥
( ) ․‥ ․‥ ․
․

…
vening ( ) Synonym ‥ …
․
‛ ․
․ ‥ ․
Truly ( ) Synonym
․ ’ ’
․
on-rom ntic Antonym ’ ․
( ) ” ‫‫‬ ’ … ‥
” ‫‫‬

Terrible Synonym ․
( ) ․ ’ ‚ ‫‥ ․ ‫‬
․ ’ ․
ntensely Synonym
( ) … … ‥
…
․
re m ( ) Antonym ․ ’ ․ ‫…‫‬
‫‫‬ ’ ․ ‥ ‫‫‬ ’
․

30. Read the passage and write the antonyms or synonyms of the words as directed below :
Smoking is a very bad habit. It is a dangerous habit too. It is so dangerous and mortifying that it may
cause cancer, heart attack, high blood pressure, chronic troubles and other serious diseases. Smoking
tobacco products is a major health hazard. One puff of cigarette smoke contains fifteen billion
particles of extremely poisonous things such as nicotine, methyl alcohol, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde, arsenic and several other acids. These are all really very fatal and injurious to health.
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Nicotine constricts the size of blood vessels which impedes the normal flow of blood and oxygen in the
body. It causes the heart to eat faster. Arsenic and tobacco tar are cancer causing agents in animals
and human beings. Tobacco tar forms a brown sticky mass inside the lungs and it hinders the easy
flow of blood. In short, the dangers of smoking are quite unlimited and all should avoid it to live a
happy and peaceful life.
(a) dangerous (synonym); (b) mortifying (antonym); (c) cause (synonym); (d) major (antonym); (e)
fatal (antonym); (f) injurious (synonym); (g) impede (antonym); (h) normal (synonym); (i) inside
(antonym); (j) hinder (synonym); (k) poisonous (synonym); (l) unlimited (antonym); (m) avoid
(antonym); (n) peaceful (antonym).

†․ ‥ ‛ ‥ ’ † †․ ․’ • † † ‛ ․† ‫․ ‫‬
† ․ ’ ․ ” ‧ † ’ … ․ ․‫‫‬
†․ ‬ ․ †․ … †․ ’ ․
” ․ ․ ‛ ’ ․ ․ ‛ ‛ ‚ ․† ‚ •
․ ․ † † ‛’ ․† ․ ․ ‚․ ․ ․
․ •’ ‫‫‬ ․ ․ † ․ ‚ ․• ․ •
․ ․ ․ †․ ‚ ․
․ ․ † ‥• ‫‫‬ ‫‫‬ ‛ ․†
․ ”

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS:

Word Direction Answer Explanation

․ ’ ‬․
Dangerous z ․ ‥ ‬․
Synonym
( ) ‬․ ’ ’
․
‫’ ’ ․ ‫‬ ‫․ ‫‬
ortifying ․ ․ ‥
Antonym
( ) ․” ․ ․ ․ ” ․
․
․ ’ ” ”
use ( ) Synonym ‥ ․ ” ․
․ ” ․”
” ․
’
jor ( ) Antonym … … ‥ … …

․ ’ ‧
t l - ․ ‥
Antonym
( ) ’ ‧ ’ ‧

․ ’ ․
njurious ’ ․ ‥ ․
Synonym
( ) ․ ․’ ․ ․ ’ ․
․
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• ’ ․ ‥
Impede ( ‧ ‥
Antonym
) ․ ‫‫‬ ․ ” ․ ․ ‫‫‬ ․
” ․
․ ’
orm l
Synonym ‥
( ) ․
․ ․
’ ’ ‥
nside ( ) Antonym ‛ …
‛ …

․ ’ ‧
Hinder ․ ‥ ․
Synonym
( ) ․ ․ ․ ․ ․
․
’ ․ ․
Poisonous ‫‫‬ ․ ‥
Synonym
( ) ‧ ․ ‧ ․
․
’ ’
Unlimited
Antonym ’ ‥
( )

․ ’ ․
void ( ․ ‥ † • ‥
Antonym
) • ‫‫‬ ․ ‥ •
‫‫‬
’ •
Pe ceful Violent/Chaotic/Turb
Antonym ‥ ․
( ) ․’
’