ENGLISH TEST PAPER(SSC)
Dhaka Board-2019
Part A: Grammar
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x10 = 5
It is (a) — that the new century is now facing various challenges especially environmental (b) —. Feeding the ever-growing population is (c) — first and foremost challenge for Bangladesh. It is very difficult to (d) — the current level of agricultural production. Because our agricultural hand is being reduced due (e) — human habitat, industrialization, river (f) — etc. Besides, we are losing our forests gradually. Trees are being cut down (g) — resulting in (h) — increase of pollution. So, it is (i) — to check the reckless alarming condition (j) — our own existence.
Answer: 1. (a) anticipated (b) disaster (c) the (d) sustain (e) To (f) erosion (g) indiscriminately (h) an (i) imperative (j) for
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Once a farmer had great desire (a) — land. One day (b) — to the landlord, he wanted some land (c) — he might live in comfort. The landlord was very wise. So, he told him to have as much land as he could cover by running (d) sun-set. The farmer became very pleased (e) — that. Next morning, he started running as (f) — as he could to cover more area. He ran till evening and the sun was (g) — to set. He ran with his last strength but became very tired and fell (h) — dead. He was (i) — there. Then the wiseman remarked a man needs just as much land as will be enough (j) — his grave.
Answer: 2. (a) for (b) going (c) so that (d) till (e) at (f) fast (g) About (h) down (i) buried (j) for
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Character means mental or moral qualities of a person.
(b) It also means the combination of some good Qualities.
(c) It is regarded as the crown of life.
(d) Character of a person is psychological or Ethical nature.
(e) Everybody hates a man without character.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
Patriotism is a noble virtue. It (a) — a man to shed the last drop of blood to (h) — the freedom of his country. A man without patriotism (c) — not better than a beast. A true patriot (d) — by ‘all. He always (e) — for the welfare of his country. On the other hand, the unpatriotic men (f) — only for their won interest. Those who (g) — for the country are true patriots. They (h) — even after their death. That is why, the freedom fighters who (i) — their lives in 1971 are remembered and (j) — forever.
Answer: 4. (a) inspires (b) defend (c) is (d) is honored (e) Thinks (f) think (g) die (h) are remembered (i) sacrificed (j) honored
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
What is the time by your watch?’ said an old man. I said, ‘It is half past nine.’ He said, “I want to go to your house. Will you accompany me, please? ‘No. I am sorry because I am going to school,” said I.
Answer: 5. An old man asked me what the time was by my Watch. I said that it was half past nine. He told me that he wanted to go to my house. He asked me requesting if I would accompany him. I replied in the negative and expressed. Sorrow Because I was going to school.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions: - 1 x 10 = 10
(a) Man is the best creation of God. (Comparative)
(b) Isn’t it our responsibility to do good deeds? (Assertive)
(c) Our life is not measured by months or years. (Active)
(d) Honest people lead a happy life. (Complex)
(e) It matters little if a man lives many years or not. (Interrogative)
(f) Nobody is absolutely happy on the earth. (Affirmative)
(g) So, we should not waste time in vain. (Passive)
(h) If we use time properly, we can be benefited. (Simple)
(i) All men must die. (Negative)
(j) Though we take utmost care, we cannot avoid death. (Compound)
Answer: 6. (a) Man is better than any other creation of God.
(b) It is our responsibility to do good deeds.
(c) We do not measure our life by months or Years,
(d) People who are honest lead a happy life.
(e) Doesn't it matter little if a man lives many 4 Years or not?
(f) Who is absolutely happy on the earth?
(g)So, time should not be wasted by us in vain.
(h) By using time properly we can be benefited.
(i) There is no man but will die. /No man can Escape/avoid death.
(j) We take utmost care but cannot avoid Death.
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) Where there is a will, —.
(b) If a man does not work hard,
(c) As the people of Bangladesh are hardworking,
(d) — but now she has made a remarkable development in her G.D.P.
(e) So, it is our bounden duty to —.
Answer: 7. (a) Where there is a will, there is a way.
(b) If a man does not work hard, he cannot Prosper in life.
(c) As the people of Bangladesh are hard Working, they are sure to be prosperous.
(d) She was an underdeveloped country, but Now she had made a remarkable Development in the G.D.P.
(e) So, it is our bounden duty to maintain her Economic development by hard work.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
A good student is always (a) — (mind) to his studies. He is (b) — (respect) to his (c) — (teach) and superiors. He never (d) — (honor) anybody. He is free from (e) — (behavior) and never rude to his classmates. As he is (f) — (study), he never wastes his time in vain. He is also sincere and listens to his teachers (g) — (attentive) so that he can be (h) — (success) in life. His punctuality and (I) — (determine) help him to (j) — (take) and solve any difficult work or job.
Answer: 8. (a) mindful (b) respectful (c) teachers (d) Dishonors (e) misbehavior (f) studious (g) attentively (h) successful (i) determination (j) Undertake
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - 1x5=5
(a) I am an SSC examinee, —?
(b) My expectation is getting A+, —?
(c) Some of my classmates became addicted to using mobile phones, —?
(d) They could not pass the test exam, —?
(e) Everybody hates them for this reason, —?
Answer: 9. (a) I am an SSC examinee, aren't I?
(b) My expectation is getting A+, isn't it?
(c) Some of my classmates became addicted to Using mobile phones, didn't they?
(d) They could not pass the test exam, could They?
(e) Everybody hates them for this reason, don't act They?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
A school magazine is a magazine (a) — is published by the school authority. It contains poems, articles, essays and jokes. The publication of it is not an easy task (b) — it needs time, energy and money. (c) —, a magazine committee is formed from the teachers and the students. The editor (d) — is selected or elected by the committee members invites writings. (e) — good writings are selected for printing.
Answer: 10. (a) that/which (b) because (c) Usually (d) who (e) Then
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
have you heard the name of alexander asked mr ahmed no sir razu replied how strange it is said he will you tell me about alexander please well he was the great king of macedonia.
Answer: 11. "Have you heard the name of Alexander?" asked Mr. Ahmed. "No, sir." Razo replied. "How strange it is!" said he? "Will you tell me about Alexander? Please?" "Well, he was the great king of Macedonia."
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, a Computer Programmer will be appointed in the National ICT Research Centre, Dhaka. You are very interested for the post. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the same. 8
13. Imagine, you are Tanirn/Tanima, an inhabitant of the village Palpara of Sujatpur Union under Rupganj Upazila of Bhola district.
Now, write an application to the Deputy Commissioner asking for relief goods for the flood affected people of your village. 10
I 4. Write a paragraph on Your Visit to a Book Fair’. 10
15. Write a composition on “Your Aim in Life”. 12
ENGLISH TEST PAPER(SSC)
Rajshahi Board 2019
Part A Grammar
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
Road accidents have (a) — become a regular phenomenon in our country. As a result of the accidents many persons fall (b) to untimely death. It is reported (c) — most of the accidents occur for (d) — violation of traffic rules, (e)— unskilled drivers and unconscious passers-by. Many unlicensed and (f) — vehicles also (g) — the passengers and the passers-by. So, in order to save us from the accidents the government is trying to create (h)— among the people and has passed (i) —laws against the (j)—.
Answer: 1. (a) recently (b) victim (c) that (d) the (e) by my (f) faulty (g) endanger (h) awareness (i) strict (j) accused
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Housing is one of the greatest (a) — in our country. Thousands of people in big ( b) — like Dhaka and Chattogram (c) — in the footpaths. In rural (d) — there is also an acute (e) — of housing. The cost of construction is (f) — day by day. At present, it is very (g) — for the (h) — people to (i) — the cost of construction. So, this problem (j) — to be solved soon.
Answer: 2. (a) problems (b) cities (c) live (d) areas (e) crisis (f) increasing (g) difficult (h) poor (i) meet (j) has own
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Cricket has a great appeal among the people all over the world. of
(b) But it is a costly game.
(c) Recently, it has become popular in our country.
(d) Its popularity surpasses that of football.
(e) Now, rural youths are also seen playing cricket.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
In an educational institution teacher-student relationship is (a) — to be the most important matter. It is such a relationship that is (b) — on the basis of mutual (c) A. student always (d) — to his teachers because he cannot but (e) —help from them in case of (f)— knowledge. The sensible students never (g) their teachers. Moreover, they (h) — their memorable teachers' role which helps them (i) — in life. So, they always (j) — their teachers.
Answer: 4. (a) considered (b) formed (c) understanding (d) owes (e) take (i) acquiring (g) forget (h) admit (i) succeed (j) respect
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
The students said "We want to celebrate the victory of the National Debate Competition". The headmaster said, "Why?" The students said, "We want to make it memorable in our life". The Headmaster said, "Don't worry. 1 shall take all necessary steps to arrange the function."
Answer: 5. The students told their Headmaster that they Wanted to celebrate the victory of the National Debate Competition. The Headmaster wanted to know the reason of such celebration. The students said that they wanted to make it memorable in their life. The Headmaster told them not to worry. He added that he would take all necessary steps to arrange the function.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions: - 1 x 10 = 10
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. (Interrogative)
(b) It is the greatest of all virtues in a man's life. (Comparative)
(c) It persuades a man to do everything just, (Negative)
(d) This quality highly motivates a man so that he can sacrifice his life for the country. (Simple)
(e) What an outstanding quality it is! (Assertive)
(f) A man having patriotic zeal is called a patriot. (Complex)
(g) A patriot fears none but the creator. (Affirmative)
(h) By paying taxes he obeys the law. (Compound)
(i) He is respected by all. (Active)
(j) So, we should be patriots. (Imperative)
Answer: 6. (a) isn’t patriotism a noble virtue?
(b) It is greater than all other virtues in a man's Life.
(c) It does not persuade a man to do everything Unjust.
(d) This quality highly motivates a man to Sacrifice his life for the country.
(e) It is a very outstanding quality.
(f) A man who has/ possesses patriotic zeal is Called a patriot.
(g)A patriot fears only the Creator.
(h) He pays taxes and obeys the law.
(I) All respect him.
(j)So, let us be patriots us on
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) We should keep in mind that ___.
(b) If we are not healthy, ___.
(c) We must eat a balanced diet so that ___.
(d) We should wear socks and shoes when ___.
(e) Nobody likes a man who ___.
Answer: 7. (a) We should keep in mind that health is Wealth.
(b) If we are healthy, we can live a happy life.
(c) We must eat a balanced diet so that we may Be physically fit.
(d) We should wear socks and shoes when we Go out.
(e) Nobody likes a man who is unhealthy.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Bangladesh is a (a)-(river) and (b)- (agriculture) country. So, we cannot ignore the (c)-(important) of rivers. Our agriculture is largely (depend) on the rivers. But we get (e) (sufficient) water for use from the rivers
There are (f)-(differ) reasons behind it at first, the water of many rivers (g)- (dry) up in summer. Again, the water of some rivers is (h)-(extreme) poisonous. This poisonous water is (i)-(suit) for our agriculture. So, water pollution should be prevented at any cost for the ()-(better) of our agriculture.
Answer: 8. (a) riverine (b) agricultural (c) importance (d) Dependent (e) insufficient (f) in different (g) dries (h) Extremely (i) unsuitable (j) betterment
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) Cutting trees is not good for us, -?
(b) Because trees supply us oxygen, fruits and wood, -?
(c) We can hardly live without them, -?
(d) They are our best friends, -?
(e) Let's plant trees more and more, -?
Answer: 9. (a) Cutting trees is not good for us, isn’t it?
(b) Because, trees supply us oxygen, fruits and Wood, don't they?
(c) We can hardly live without them, can we?
(d) They are our best friends, aren't they?
(e) Let's plant trees more and more, shall we?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
The whole world has turned into a global village (a)- the improvement of information technology. Now we can know (b) is happening on the other corner of the world sitting at home. One culture is coming in touch with another. The poor culture is receiving quickly the elements (c)- are in rich culture. (d) — technology transforms culture and develops it. (e)-we have to prevent the infiltration of bad culture of another society to our own culture.
Answer: 10. (a) as a result (b) what (c) which/that (d) Moreover (e) But
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
go to bed now mother said you can complete your assignment in the morning no mom ill finish it now
Answer: 11. "Go to bed now," mother said, "You can complete
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, some computer operators will be appointed in Prime Bank. You, Habib/Habiba, are interested to be a computer operator. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post.
13. Imagine, you are, Arif/Arifa, a student of Motijheel High School: Dhaka. Recently, your father has been 8 transferred from Dhaka to Cumilla. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of you school for a transfer certificate.
I 4. Write a paragraph on “A School Magazine”. 10
15. Write a composition on “Science in Everyday Life”. 12
ENGLISH TEST PAPER(SSC)
Dinajpur Board 2019
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
Internet is the latest discovery of science. It is the greatest (a) — in this field. It is a computerized process (b) —a telephone set. To get internet (c) — it requires a modem, telephone line and a different sort of software for using the (d) — system. Nowadays the internet is (e) — great use to us. It has made the world (f) — and brought the world (g) — our reach. We can get any information in a very (h) — time. It has not only widened our knowledge but also made us (i) — for the unknown. It's a (j) — like Aladdin’s magic lamp.
Answer: 1. (a) advancement (b) with (c) connection (d) Network (e) of (f) smaller (g) within (h) short (i) Thirsty (j) miracle
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Scientists have recently reported that (a) — surface ice caps are (b) —. This is due to a rise (c) — atmospheric temperature known (d) — the greenhouse effect. According to the scientist carbon dioxide is primarily responsible (e) — temperature rise in (f) —. The carbon dioxide is high when coal and oil (g) — burnt. The gas is accumulating (h) — the atmosphere and causing the temperature to rise. As a result, the polar ice in the North and South poles (i)— melting. We should maintain the ecological (j)— of the environment.
Answer: 2. (a) the (b) me lung (c) in (d) as (e) for (f) Atmosphere (g) are (h) in (i) is (j) balance
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Integrity is an uncommon quality of human Beings,
(b) A man of integrity is a man of great courage,
(c) He upholds his honesty and truthfulness Even at the cost of his life.
(d) He never thinks to tell a lie or do any Dishonest deed.
(e) Those who possess this quality are Considered super human beings.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
Adult allowance (a) — a noble program initiated by the present government. In most of the developed countries of the world this kind of program is (b) — by the government. The government should pursue that their old age is (c) — and comfortable. But in our country the adult is (d) — on their own sons or daughters. The adult loses the ability to work and (e) — at this age. They (f) — offensively by their own issues. They have to (g) — their days depending on others. The allowance should be (h) — and the true needy (i) — to have this allowance. It is expected that the local leaders (j) — their duty impartially to select the right person for this purpose.
Answer: 4. (a) is (b) taken (c) secured (d) dependent (e) earn (f) Are treated (g) pass (h) Increased (i) are allowed (j) will do
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
"Please give me your English Grammar and Composition Book." said Sara. "I cannot give it." said Niha. "I have to take it with me in the class." "1 shall return the book before the class starts." said Sara. "Take it." said Niha. "Thank You," said Sara.
Answer: 5. Sara requested Nihau to give her (N) English Grammar and Composition Book. Nihau said that she (N) could not give it. She (N) again said that she had to take it with her in the class. Sara told her (N) that she (S) would return the book before the class started. Nihau told her(s) to take it. Sara
Thanked her (N).
6. Change the sentences according to directions. 1 x 10=10
(a)Facebook is a common social network. (Make it a negative sentence)
(b)Now, it is being used all over the world. (Make it an active voice)
(c)Everybody uses it. (Make it an interrogative sentence)
(d)There is no student without smart phone. (Make it an affirmative sentence)
(e)Who does not like social network'? (Make it an assertive sentence)
(f)A man having patriotic zeal is called a patriot. (Complex)
(g)A patriot fears none but the creator. (Affirmative)
(h)By paying taxes he obeys the law. (Compound)
(i)He is respected by all. (Active)
(j)So, we should be patriots. (Imperative)
Answer: 6. (a) Facebook is not an uncommon social Network.
(b) Now, people all over the world are using It. /Now, people are using it all over, the World.
(c) Who doesn't use it? / Doesn't everybody use It?
(d) Every student is with smart phone.
(e) Everybody likes social networks.
(f) No other social networks are as good as Facebook
(g) In spite of its giving pleasure, we cannot get May Freedom to use it.
(h) If you do not use it, you cannot keep pace us with the modern world.
(i) We use it and can get many new Information.
(j) I wish I could open a Facebook account.
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) We should keep in mind that —.
(b) If we are not healthy,
(c)we must eat a balanced diet so that—
(d)We should wear socks and shoes when —.
(e)Nobody likes a man who —.
Answer: 7. (a) Leisure means the time when we do not Have any work to do.
(b) As we live in a materialistic world, we are Always busy with our work.
(c) But, it should be kept in mind that life Becomes dull and unpleasant without Leisure.
(d) if a man does not take rest after a work, life Becomes boring to him
(e) So. We should take rest so that we can enjoy Our life to the full.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Bangladesh is a (a) — (river) and (b) — (agriculture) country. So, we cannot ignore the (c)— (important) of rivers. Our agriculture is largely (d) — (depend) on the rivets. But we get (e) — (sufficient) water for use from the rivers. There are (f) — (differ) reasons behind it. At first, the water of many rivers (g) — (dry) up in summer. Again, the water of some rivers is (h)—(extreme) poisonous. This poisonous water is (i) — (suit) for our agriculture. So, water pollution should be prevented at any cost for the (j) — (better) of our agriculture.
Answer: 8. (a) resourceful (b) information (c) teachers (d) Reference (e) studying (f) situation (g) completely (h) relationship (i) teacher (j) popularity
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a)Cutting trees is not good for us, —?
(b)Because trees supply us oxygen, fruits and wood, —?
(c)We can hardly live without them, —?
(d)They are our best friends, —?
(e)Let's plant trees more and more, —?
Answer: 9. (a) everybody is free now, aren't they?
(b) He along with his friends will pay a visit to Sleet, won't he?
(c) But, Salam has little interest about it, has He?
(d) He as well as his parents visited Sleet last Year, didn't he?
(e) As they visited many interesting places, they and could enjoy a lot, couldn't they?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
The whole world has turned into a global village (a) — the improvement of information technology. Now we can know (b) — is happening on the other corner of the world sitting at home. One culture is coming in touch with another. The poor culture is receiving quickly the elements (c) — are in rich culture. (d) — technology transforms culture and develops it. (e) — we have to prevent the infiltration of bad culture of another society to our own culture.
Answer: 10. (a) as (b) but (c) as well as (d) But (e) and
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
go to bed now mother said you can complete your assignment in the morning no mom ill finish it now
Answer: 11. "Stop. You are eating all our bread," shouted the two rats. "I'm doing my best, but I have told you that it's difficult," said the Monkey. "Give us that NY Little piece," said the rats. "This is my piece. Haven't I labored a lot for you?" replied the Monkey. "How foolish we are believing you!" said the two rats? See
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, some computer operators will be appointed in Prime Bank. You, Habib/Habiba, are interested to be a computer operator. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. 8
13. Imagine, you are, Arif/Arifa, a student of Motijheel High School; Dhaka. Recently, your father has been transferred from Dhaka to Cumilla. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of you school for a transfer certificate. 10
I 4. Write a paragraph on “A School Magazine”. 10
15. Write a composition on “Science in everyday life”. 12
ENGLISH TEST PAPER(SSC)
Jashore Board 2019
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
A hospital is the home for (a) — sick. It gives medical (b) — to them at free (c) — cost. A hospital is (d) —run by the government. A hospital has outdoor (e) — indoor sections. (f) — great number of the (g) — people are treated in (h)— outdoor section. People attacked (i)— serious illness are admitted (j) —the indoor section.
Answer: 1. (a) the (b) treatment (c) of (d) generally (e) and (f) A (g) sick (h) the (i) by (j) to
2. (a) role (b) time (c) till (d) language (e) express (f) send/transmit (g) and any (h) always (i) an (j) what
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Language plays a very important (a) — in the life of human beings. We use language from the (b) — we wake up in the morning (c) — we go to bed at night. We use (d) — for different purposes. We use language to (e) —our ideas, thoughts and feelings, to (0 —our message or to pass (g) — information to others. In short, language is (h) — present in our activities. It is (i) — inseparable part of (j) — we are, what we do and believe.
Answer: 2. (a) Unemployment is a curse.
(b) It weakens the body and mind of our young Population.
(c) There are more people in our country than Jobs.
(d) Educated youth remain idle after completing their studies.
(e) They should not depend on the government to provide them with jobs On.
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 4. (a) memorizing (b) make (c) prepared (d) exercise (e) Thinking on develop (g) command (h) do (i) Claim (j) help
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
Most of the students of our country arc expert in (a) — answers. They do not (b) — notes themselves. They get them (c) — by their tutors. Their tutors (d) — their brain for the students. So, the (e) — power of the students does not (f) ____. They do not have any (g) — on their language. They, of course, (h) — well in the examination. But for this, they can (i)—no credit of their own. This result does not (j)—them in their later life.
Answer: 4. (a) memorizing (b) make (c) prepared (d) exercise (e) Thinking on develop (g) command (h) do (i) Claim (j) help
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
The teacher said to the boy, "why are you disturbing the class in this way? Don't you know that it is an important class? Get out of the room and don't come back today." "Excuse me, sir," said the boy. "I'll never disturb in the class," he promised.
Answer: 5. The teacher asked the boy why he (b) was Disturbing the class in that way. He (t) again asked him (b) if he (b) didn't know that it was an important class. Then he (t) ordered him (b) to get out of the room and not to come back that day. The boy begged pardon respectfully and promised that he (b) would never disturb in the class.
6. Change the sentences according to directions. 1 x 10=10
(a) Terrorism is a devastating phenomenon of the modern world. (Exclamatory)
(b) At present, it is increasing alarmingly. (Interrogative)
(c) Nothing is as disastrous as terrorism. (Comparative)
(d) It is one of the most corrosive problems of the modern world. (Positive
(e) A terrorist is hated by people. (Active)
(f) Who is not now in the threat of violence? (Assertive)
(g) Though there are laws to punish the terrorists, they are not properly applied. (Compound)
(h) By applying the law properly, we can get rid of terrorism. (Complex)
(i) What a miserable life a terrorist lead! (Assertive)
(j) They should be brought to book. (Active)
Answer: 6. (a) what a phenomenon of the modern world Terrorism is!
(b) Isn't it increasing alarmingly at present?
(c) Terrorism is more disastrous than anything.
(d) Very few problems of the modern world are So/as corrosive as it.
(e) People hate a terrorist.
(f) Everybody is now in the threat of violence.
(g) There are laws to punish the terrorists but, They are not properly implied.
(h) If the government applies the law properly, We can get rid of terrorism.
(i) a terrorist leads a very miserable life.
(j) The government should bring them to book,
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) The mango is a fruit which—.
(b) It is so delicious that—.
(c) Rajshahi is the place where —.
(d) If you visit Rajshahi, Bogura and Dinajpur —.
(e) People of these areas produce a huge number of mangoes and —.
Answer: 7. (a) the mango is a fruit which grows almost all Over Bangladesh.
(b) It is so delicious that people are fond of Tasting it.
(c) Rajshahi is the place where the best variety of mangoes grow.
(d) If you visit Rajshahi, Bogor and Diaper, You will certainly taste the best variety of Mangoes.
(e) People of this area produce a huge amount of mangoes and earn a lot of money.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Life without leisure and (a) — (relax) is dull. Nobody can work without rest. Life becomes (b) — (charm) if man does not have any time to enjoy (c) — (beauty) objects of nature. (d) — (monotony) work hinders the (e) — (smooth) of work. Leisure (f) — (new) our spirit of work. Everybody knows that (g) — (work) is (h) —(harm). Leisure does not mean (i)—(idle). It gives (j)—(fresh) to our mind.
Answer: 8. (a) relaxation (b) charmless (c) beautiful (d) Monotonous (e) smoothness (f) renews (g) over Work (h) harmful (i) idleness (j) freshness
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) You had better drink cold water, —?
(b) The father rose in him at this sight, —?
(c) Thank you very much, —?
(d) He as well as his brother came here, —?
(e) Let us go home, —?
Answer: 9. (a) you had better drink cold water, hadn't you?
(b) The father rose in him at this sight, didn't It?
(c) Thank you very much, don't me?
(d) He as well as his brother came here, didn't
(e) Let us go home, shall we?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a) — it is a simple exercise; it is good for health (b) —mentality. (c) —, the morning air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution. Morning walk is such an exercise which costs nothing (d)—gives more. (e)—we should make a habit of morning walk.
Answer: 10. (a) Though/Although (b) and (c) Moreover (d) but (e) Therefore/So
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
Zaman can you tell me what i am teaching the teacher asked i m sorry sir i can't follow replied zaman you can't because you are not attentive the teacher said
Answer: 11.”Zaman, can you tell me what I am teaching? The teacher asked, “I am sorry, Sir, I could follow,” replied seaman. “You can’t because you are not attentive, “the teacher said.
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Salim/Salina and you are looking for a job. You want to apply for a job of a teacher in school.
Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Suppose, you are Arif/Arifa, a student of Kushtia Zilla School. You are interested learning debate. But there is no Debating Club in your school. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of your school for opening a Debating Club in your school campus.
14. Write a paragraph on "Our National Flag". 10
15. Write a composition on "Duties of a Student". 12
ENGLISH TEST PAPER(SSC)
Comilla Board 2019
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once.
Bangladesh Is beset (a) — many problems. Illiteracy is one of them. It is not a (b) — to us. It is undoubtedly (c) — curse. It (d) — all kinds of developments of a country. It also causes many other problems (e) — our society. As most of our people are not conscious (f) — the importance of education, we cannot take proper step to (g) — illiteracy. As a result, we are (h) — behind. We have to depend on the foreign aids. All of us should come forward (i) — to remove illiteracy from the society. Then the (j) — of the country will be possible.
Answer: 1. (a) with (b) boon (c)a (d) hinders (e) in (f) of (g)Eradicate (h) lagging (i) jointly (j) development
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Reading textbook is essential (a) — all the students. A student cannot expect (b) — make a good result until he or she reads text books. In the text books all the topics are designed as per students’ grade that ensures (c) — complete sense. In case (d) — not reading those texts a student will miss(e) — needed for him or her. Moreover, text books are (f) — and edited by highly experienced educationists. Some students ignore (g) — read text book rather they prefer guide books. But merely (h) — guide books keeps the students ignoble of the subject-matter as they are written focusing on exam result. (i) — a text book covers all the details for holistic flourishment (j) — a student.
Answer: 2. (a) for (b) to (c) a (d) of (e) Information (f) written (g) to (h) reading (i) However (j) of
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Discipline means cans obedience to some sort of rules and regulations.
(b) It must be a very important roar in human
(c) It aims at maintaining sail harmony. Order and the like.
(d) It means not to deny individual freedom
(e) The absence of discipline is chaos and Disorder in the society
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
Love for one's own country (a) — as patriotism. Everyone 'should (b) — a great love for his country. Many of our freedom-fighters (c) —their lives in 1971 for the sake of our country. The countrymen (d) — them forever. Some people arc (e) — persistently for the development of the country. They are also patriots. Everybody (f) — a patriot. When any natural calamity (g) —in the country, a patriot (h) — by the affected people. We (i) — the footprint of the patriots. We should refrain from (j) — any crime that is harmful for our country.
Answer: 4. (a) is known to (b) have (c) sacrificed (d) will Remember (e) working (f) respects (g) occurs (h) Stands (i) should follow (j) committing
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: -
"Good morning Rupa," said Sohel, "How much preparation have you taken for the upcoming SSC Exam?" "A great preparation" replied she. "I hope, I shall get 90+ marks in every subject." "How confident you are!" said Sohel.
Answer: 5. Sahel wished Rapa good morning. He's asked Rapa how much preparation she had taken for the upcoming SSC Exam Rapa replied that she had taken a great preparation. Rapa added that she hoped she should get 904 marks in every subject Sahel exclaimed with surprise that she
Was very confident.
6. Change the sentences according to directions.
(a) Computer is one of the greatest inventions of modern science. (Positive)
(b) Computer is a blessing on earth. (Negative)
(c) Though it is a blessing, it has dark sides. (Simple)
(d) Computers 'are now-a-days being used in almost every sphere of life. (Active)
(e) We cannot but depend on it. (Affirmative)
(f) No one can deny its necessity. (Interrogative)
(g) It is the most used device in our life. (Comparative)
(h) It helps us a lot. (Passive)
(i) Because of its usefulness, it has become very popular. (Compound)
(j) Without computer, we cannot imagine our modern life. (Complex)
7. Complete the sentences: -
(a)Books are our best friends because —.
(b)A man who reads books regularly, —.
(c)By reading books —.
(d)We can learn moral values if —.
(e)We should inspire the students so that —.
Avswr: 6. (a) Very few inventions of modem science are as Great as computer,
(b) Computer is not a curse on earth.
(c) In spite of its being a blessing, it has dark Sides.
(d) Nowadays, people are using computers in Almost every sphere of life. Fell
(e) We must depend on it.
(f) Who can deny its necessity? It is more used than any other device in our
(h) We are helped a lot by it.
(i)It is very useful and so it has become very popular.
(j) It is computer without which we cannot Imagine our modern life.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Success in life depends on the proper (a) — (utilize) of time. Those who waste their (b) — (value) time in (c) — (idle), reduce the time of their important work. (d) — (punctual) is another great virtue of human beings that (e) — (rich) the (f) — (man) life. If one takes lesson from the (g) — (biography) of successful persons. One will learn that they never keep any work (h) — (do) for the next day. (i) — (obvious). They were true to their words. So, they got a (j) — (respect) position in the society.
Answer: 8. (a) utilization (b) valuable (c) idleness (d) Punctuality (e) enriches to (f) human (g) autobiography the(h) undone (i) obviously (j) Respectable
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) Sincerity is a great virtue. A sincere man always succeeds in life, —?
(b) The people who are insincere can hardly succeed, —?
(c) Nobody is as successful as a sincere man, —?
(d) Every student should be sincere to shine in life, —?
(e) Let’s be sincere in your life, —?
Answer: 9. (a) A sincere man always succeeds in life, doesn’t he?
(b) The people who are insincere can hardly sauced, Can they?
(c) Nobody is as successful as a sincere man, Are they?
(d) Every student should be sincere to shine in Life, shouldn't they?
(c) Let's be sincere in our life, shall we?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a) — it is a simple exercise; it is good for health (b) —mentality. (c) —, the morning air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution. Morning walk is such an exercise which costs nothing (d)—gives more. (e)—we should make a habit of morning walk.
Answer: 10. (a) Though (b) and (c) As (d) but (e) so
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
why are you late always try to attend the class regularly yes sir the student said to the teacher
Answer: 11." Why are you late? Always try to attend the class Regularly." "Yes, sir," the student said to the teacher
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Fahim/Fahima. You have passed HSC Exam. You have seen a vacancy that Cantonment Public School and College, Chattogram is going to recruit a computer operator. You want to do the job. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Imagine, you are Sajid/Sajida, a student of class nine of Chattgoram Public School. You know, debating is useful for all students now a days. But there is no debating club in your school. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of your school on behalf of the students for opening a debating club.
14. Write a paragraph on "Our National Flag".
15. Write a composition on "Duties of a Student"
Chattogram Board 2019
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
The world is (a) — of uncountable natural and man (b) — objects. Natural (c) — are stones, trees, air and (d) —. Man-made objects are houses, cars, (e) — and chemicals. Natural (f) — are cyclones. earthquakes, volcanoes, storms and ocean (g) Life exists (h) — different conditions. It is very (i) — to keep (j) —environment clean.
Answer: 1. (a) full (b) made (c) objects (d) water (e) clothes (f) Forces (g) currents (h) on (i) important (j) the
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Road accident is (a) — regular phenomenon in Bangladesh. Many people die (b) — road accidents every year. So, it is considered a (c)—. Road accidents occur for (d)— reasons. Many factors are (e)—for road accidents. The most common cause is (f) — driving. Sometimes they drive night coach (g) — on the same day. The drivers do not check the engines (h) — before they start driving. The roads are two-lane roads (i) — any dividers. These are some of the (j) — reasons of road accidents in Bangladesh.
Answer: 2. (a) a (b) by (c) disaster (d) many (e) responsible (f) Reckless (g) even (h) carefully (i) without (j) Major/ main
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) the national flag is the symbol of Independence and sovereignty of a nation.
(b) Every independent country of the world has its wore flag.
(c) Hence, to every nation its flag is dearer than any other thing.
(d) We need to safeguard its prestige.
(e) For that we need to have patriotic feelings.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
One day Mina and her parrot, Mithu (a) — a tall tree to pick a mango. She (b) — mango and (c) — it to her mother. Although Mina had picked the mango, her mother (d)—the largest share of the fruit to Raju. Mina (e) — very disappointed. At dinner Mina (0 —that Raju as usual (g)—an egg but she (h) — not. Mithu was not pleased to see that. Mother (i)—to see if the children (j)— their hands before they started eating.
Answer: 4. (a) climbed (b) picked (c) took (d) gave (e) felt (f) Noticed (g) got (h) did (i) wanted (j) had washed
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
Rina said to Karim, "How are you? I went to your house yesterday, but did not find you. Where did you go?" "I went to the book fair." said Karim. "I had to maintain our school's stall."
Answer: 5. Rima asked Karim how he was. She then said to Him that she had gone to his house the previous day, but had not found him. She again asked him where he had gone. Karim replied that he had gone to the book fair and added that he had to maintain their school's stall.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions: - 1 x 10 = 10
(a) Haji Mohammad Mohsin was a kind man. (Negative)
(b) He did not marry. (Affirmative)
(c) He loved the people cordially. (Passive)
(d) He never thought of his own happiness. (Interrogative)
(e) He led a very simple life. (Exclamatory)
(f) He always helped the needy. (Complex)
(g) He contributed much money for education to educate the poor students. (Complex)
(h) Though he had a vast wealth, he didn't spend for his own. (Compound)
(i) Who does not know his kindness? (Assertive)
(j) He was one of the greatest kind men of the world. (Positive)
Answer: 6. (a) Haji Mohammad Mohsen was not an Unkind/ a cruel man.
(b) He was unmarried.
(c) The people were loved cordially by him.
(d) Did he ever think of his own happiness?
(e) What a simple life he led!
(f) He always helped those who were needy. / It Is he who always helped the needy?
(g) He contributed much money for education So that he could educate the poor students.
(h) He had a vast wealth but he didn't spend for His own.
(i) everybody knows his kindness.
(j) Very few kind men in the world were so Great as he. .
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) Walk fast lest —.
(b) It is high time—.
(c) The man was so weak —.
(d) A stitch in time—.
(e) As he was meritorious, —.
Answer: 7. (a) Walk fast lest you should miss the class.
(b) It is high time you practiced speaking English.
(c) The man was so weak that he could not even Move.
(d) A stitch in time saves nine.
(e) As he was meritorious, he did well in the Quiz programmer.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Load shedding is not (a) — (desire). It is harmful to the (b) — (civil). It makes our life (c) — (tolerable) and boring. Because of (d) — (deficient) of electricity load-shedding. Our country is densely (e) — (people). The storage of electricity is (0— (sufficient) to provide electricity with all. As a result, Load shedding is seen (g)—(repeat). But this problem must be removed (h) — (immediate). So, the (i) — (govern) must be conscious of it. Only pragmatic steps can (j) — (move) this serious problem from the country.
Answer: 8. (a) desirable (b) civilization (c) intolerable (d) Deficiency (e) populated (f) insufficient (g) repeatedly (h) immediately (i) government (j) remove
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) There is little water in this pond, —?
(b) Nobody respects a dishonest man, —?
(c) Let's enjoy a picnic, —?
(d) What a pity, —?
(e) Don't disturb me, —?Answer: 9. (a) there is little water in this pond, is there?
(b) Nobody respects a dishonest man, do they?
(c) Let's enjoy a picnic, shall we?
(d) What a pity, isn't it?
(e) Don't disturb me, will you?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
Many schools have a uniform (a) — there are arguments for and against. One argument is what to put on. (b) —pupils were allowed to wear clothes according to their own choice. (c) — some clothes may not be suitable for schools. (d) — some of the students cannot afford to buy it. (e) — wearing a school dress does not allow in every school.
Answer: 10. (a) but/ though (b) Earlier (c) Besides (d) Even(c) However
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
do you know me yes i know you from my childhood whets your name my name is sumon thank you a lot said mr jamal.
Answer: 11. "Do you know me?" "Yes, I know you from my Childhood." What's your name?" "My name is Summon." "Thank you a lot," said Mr. Jamal.
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Rana/Rina and you have a degree from Dhaka University. You have seen a vacancy ad for the post of an English Teacher in a famous school. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Suppose, you are a student of Khulna Zilla School, Khulna. You need a computer club. Now, write an application to the Headmaster for setting up a computer club.
14. Write a paragraph on Your Visit to a Book Fair’. 10
15. Write a composition on “Your Aim in Life”. 12
Sylhet Board 2019
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
The issue of food (a) — has drawn the attention (b) — general people. We (c) — find any food in our country. (d) — is not adulterated in one way (e) — other. (f) — present, sub-standard foods are sold in most of (g) —hotels. Very recently government has directed a mobile court to look (h) — the matter of food. They are catching dishonest hoteliers red-handed (i)—using unhygienic ingredients (j)—are really harmful for human body.
Answer: 1. (a) adulteration (b) of (c) hardly (d) which (e) or (f) At (g) the (h) into (i) for (j) which
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
A true friend is (a) — asset. He stands (b) — his friends in time (c) — danger. He is not (d) — greedy person. He (e) — wishes for the welfare of (I) — friend. But it is a matter (g) — regret that a true friend is very (h) —today. A selfish man cannot be (i) — friend. He always thinks of his (j)— interest.
Answer: 2. (a) an (b) by (c) of (d) a (e) always (I his (g) of (h) Rare (i) true (j) own
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Newspaper has a great educative value.
(b) It shows the outside world like a mirror.
(c) Man is curious by nature.
(d) He wants to know various things of the World.
(e) Newspaper is one of the best media to satisfy His curiosity
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
At present Bangladesh (a) — unemployment problem. This problem already (b) — an alarming dimension. The government (c) — to cope with this problem. But this problem cannot be (d) — without (e) — the unemployed skillful. So, education (1) — a must. It (g) — a man to get a job. Job does not mean (h) — official work only. Self-employment is a solution of this problem. It means (i) —oneself in economic activities. The government is giving financial help and training to the educated youths with a view to (j) — them self-reliant.
Answer: 4. (a) is facing (b) has created (c) is trying (d) solved (e) Making (f) is (g) helps (h) doing (i) engaging (j) Making
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
The stranger said to the boy, "Can you tell me the way to the nearest hotel?" "Yes, sir, I can. Do you want a residential one in which you can spend the night?" said the boy. "I do not want to stay there but I only want a meal," replied the man. "Paradise Garden will be better for you," said the boy.
Answer: 5. The stranger asked the boy if he (b) could tell Him (s) the way to the nearest hotel. The boy replied in the affirmative and said that he (b) could tell him (s). Then the boy asked him (s) is he (s) wanted a residential one in which he (s) could spend the night. The stranger replied that he (s) did not want to stay there but he (s) only wanted a meal. The boy then told him that
Paradise Garden would be better for him (s).
6. Change the sentences according to the directions: - 1 x 10 = 10
(a) Corruption is one of the worst evils. (Positive)
(b) A corrupted man can do anything against morality. (Complex)
(c) People hate a corrupted man. (Passive)
(d) Nobody respects him. (Interrogative)
(e) The man who takes bribe is next to devil. (Simple)
(f) Though we have strict law, we are still affected by this evil. (Compound)
(g) No other person is as hated as a corrupted man. (Superlative)
(h) We hope that Bangladesh will be free from this evil. (Simple)
(i) Everybody avoids a corrupted man. (Negative)
(j) A corrupted man leads a very unhappy life. (Exclamatory)
Answer: 6. (a) Very few evils are as bad as corruption.
(b) A man who is corrupted can do anything Against morality. / A corrupted man can do Anything which goes against morality.
(c) A corrupted man is hated by people.
(d) Who respects him? /Does anybody respect Him?
(e) The man taking bribe is next to devil.
(f) We have strict law but we are still affected By this evil.
(g) A corrupted man is the most hated person.
(h) We hope Bangladesh to be free from this Evil.
(i) "There is nobody but avoids a corrupted Man.
(j) What an unhappy life a corrupted man Leads!
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a) Acid rain is harmful because—.
(b) The wind was so strong that —.
(c) Had he been a little careful —.
(d) They were frightened when—.
(e) Take your umbrella lest—.
Answer: 7. (a) Acid rain is harmful because it contains Harmful substances.
(b) The wind was so strong that it had blown Away many houses and uprooted many Trees.
(c) Had he been a little careful, he would not Have met the accident.
(d) They were frightened when they saw the Bear coming.
(e) Take your umbrella lest you should be Drenched in rain.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Those who lead a (a) — (luxury) life are always (b) — (different) to the miseries of the poor. They Page no:
enjoy life in (c) — (amuse) and (d) — (merry). They are (e) — (centered) people. They have little (0— (realize) of the (g) — (bounded) suffering so the poor. They remain in different to their (h) — (suffer). They feel (i) — (comfort) to work for their (j) — (better).
Answer: 8. (a) luxurious (b) indifferent (c) amusement (d) Merriment (e) self-centered in realization (g) unbounded (h) sufferings (i) uncomfortable/Discomfort (j) betterment
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) Telling lies is a great sin, —?
(b) One lie begets hundred lies, —?
(c) None believes a liar, —?
(d) He has to lead a miserable life, —?
(e) So, all of us ought to refrain from telling lies, —?
Answer: 9. (a) Telling lies is a great sin, isn't it?
(b) One lie begets hundred lies, doesn't it?
(c) None believes a liar, do they?
(d) He has to lead a miserable life, hasn't he?
(e) So, all of us ought to refrain from telling lies, oughtn’t we?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
Honesty is a divine virtue. The man (a) — possesses this quality is the happiest person in the world. To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness. (b)— nobody trusts a liar. (c) —, Allah helps the honest people. (d) — children should be taught honesty from the very beginning of life. (e) — they should be taught discipline too.
Answer: 10. (a) who (b) Because (c) Even (d) So (e) Moreover
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
who are jolly those who have sound health are jolly sound mind lies in sound body minds become jolly when our life is filled with pleasure
Answer: 11. Who are jolly? Those who have sound health are Jolly. Sound mind lies in sound body. Minds become jolly when our life is filled
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are Farhan/Farhana. Your home district is Kurigram. You have recently passed SSC from Dinajpur Board. You have found a job advertisement in a national newspaper that there is a vacancy post for the position of a salesman in a manufacturing company. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Suppose, you are Samir/Samira. You read in Jhalakathi Govt. High School. The students of your class want to go on a study tour. So you need permission of the Head teacher. Now, write an application to the Head teacher of your school seeking permission to go on a study tour.
14. Write a paragraph on ‘The Life of a Farmer’. 10
15. Write a composition on “Science in Everyday Life”. 12
Barishal Board 2019
Part A: Grammar (Marks-60)
1.Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5x1 0 = 5
The sea-beach of Cox's Bazar is a (a) — gift of nature. The blue water of the sea and its (b) — waves are always a pleasant (c) — which cools our mind (d) - a moment. It is the (e) — sea-beach in the world. (f) — Saint Martin's Island is also a gift of nature in the Bay of Bengal. The beauty of the island is simply (g) The Sundarbans, the largest (h) — forest of the world is another beautiful gift of nature. Its (i) — life and mysterious setting make it more (j)—.
Answer: 1. (a) Bewitching (b) rising (c) sight (d) within (e) Longest (f) the (g) charming (h) mangrove (i) wild (j) beautiful
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: - 0.5x10 = 5
Now-a-days, the young farmers of our country are showing interest to (a)— foreign vegetables. They with their innovative power, have added new dimensions (b) — the country's agricultural sector. Karim Ullah is such a (c) —. Five years ago, he started his farm with a (d) — and challenge. Now, he owns a (e) — farm where he cultivates curry leaves, lemon grass, broccoli and other (f)—vegetables. The cultivation of foreign crops (g) — our country is very inspiring for both (h) — farmers and the customers as it brings diversity in own regular (i) —and nutrition. It is also possible to (j) — vegetables by ensuring quality production and packaging.
Answer: 2. (a) Cultivate (b) to (c) farmer (d) dream (e) Vegetable (f) foreign (g) in (h) the (i) food (j) produce
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: - 1x5 = 5
Answer: 3. (a) Child labor is the worst form of violation of Human rights.
(b) It means to engage a child in physical or Mental labor.
(c) Child laborers are exploited and ill-treated.
(d) Child laborers are deprived of the basic Human rights.
(e) The Government should ensure the Rehabilitation of those children.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. You can use
one verb more than once 0.5 x 10 =5
Patriotism is a noble virtue. It (a) — a man to shed the last drop of blood to (b) — the freedom of his country. A man without patriotism (c) — not better than a beast. A true patriot (d) — by ‘all. He always (e) — for the welfare of his country. On the other hand, the unpatriotic men (f) — only for their won interest. Those who (g) — for the country are true patriots. They (h) — even after their death. That is why, the freedom fighters who (i) — their lives in 1971 are remembered and (j) — forever.
Answer: 4. (a) emerged (b) been (c) is (d) brought (e) are Confined (f) find (g) gives (h) work (i) are (j) earning
5. Change the narrative style of the following text: - 5
Rifat said to Munir, "You didn't attend my birthday party." "Extremely sorry, friend," Munir replied, "I had to go to my uncle's house in Dhaka. How was the program?" "Let me show you the photographs," said Rifat.
Answer: 5. RI sat said to Miner that he (M) hadn't attended His (R) birthday party. Addressing him (R) as friend Miner replied that he (M) was extremely sorry. He (M) added that he (M) had to go to his (M) uncle's house in Dhaka. He (M) then asked Rift how the programmer was. Rift proposed to
Let him (R) show him (M) the photographs.
6. Change the sentences according to the directions: - 1 x 10 = 10
(a) Internet is a computer-based networking system. (Interrogative)
(b) It is a speedy transmitting system of information. (Complex)
(c) Its functions are smooth and rapid. (Negative)
(d) A man has an internet connection and gets a link soon according to his expectation. (Simple)
(e) Many educational institutions are greatly benefited through the use of internet. (Complex)
(f) A student can visit all the renowned libraries of the world without going there. (Passive)
(g) It plays an effective role in the field of the trade and commerce. (Exclamatory)
(h) E-commerce has become one of the most popular topics to the customers. (Positive)
(i) It helps the customers to buy or choose anything without going to market. (Compound)
(j) What an amazing milestone it is in the modem world of communication! (Assertive)
Answer: 6. (a) isn’t internet a computer-based networking System?
(b) It is a transmitting system of information Which is speedy.
c) Its functions are not
(d) A mewing an internet connection Link soon according to
(e) Many extensional money Benefited because they use tempt,
(f) All the renowned worries of the world can be visited by student
Student with in the
(g) What an effective role plays in the fie Trade and commerce
(h) Very few topics have become so popular to The customers as E-commerce,
(i) it helps the customers and the Customers/ they can buy or choose anything Without going to market,
7. Complete the sentences: - 1x5 = 5
(a)There is a proverb that —.
(b) — know this wise saying?
(c)Unless you have a good health, —.
(d)You may have a lot of wealth but —.
(e)It is high time, —.
Answer: 7. (a) there is a proverb that health is wealth.
(b) Who doesn't/ do you know this wise saying.
(c) Unless you have good health, you cannot Live your life well.
(d) You may have a lot of wealth but if you are not healthy, your wealth is useless.
(e) It is high time you started to take care of your health
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis: - 0.5x10 =5
Life without leisure and (a)— (relax) is dull. Nobody can work without rest. Life becomes (b)—(charm) if one doesn't have any time to enjoy (c) —(beauty) objects of nature. Work becomes (d) — (monotony) if there is no break in it. It hinders the (e) — (smooth) of life. Leisure (1) — (new) our spirit to work. Everybody knows that (g)— (work) is (h)—(harm). Leisure doesn't mean (i)— (idle). It gives (j) —(fresh) to our mind.
Answer: 8. (a) relaxation (b) charmless (c) beautiful (d) Monotonous (e) smoothness (f) renews (g) overwork (h) harmful (i) idleness (j) Refreshment
9. Make tag questions of the following statements: - - 1x5=5
(a) To tell a lie is a great sin. Sinners suffer in the long run, —?
(b) Flowers are the symbol of beauty and purity. Nobody dislikes flowers, —?
(c) I want to meet her. She hardly comes here, —?
(d) Vitamins are essential for our health. So we must eat vegetables to get vitamins, —?
(e) Truthfulness is a great virtue. So, don't tell a lie, —?
Answer: 9. (a) Sinners suffer in the long run, don't the?
(b) Nobody dislikes flowers, do the ?
(c) She hardly comes here, does she?
(d) So, we must eat vegetables to get vitamins, Mustn’t we?
(e) So, don't tell a lie, will you?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors: - 1x5 = 5
Climate change means the changes in climate. (a) —, climate on earth is constantly changing. (b) — climate change, the weather pattern in any specific region on earth (c) — across the whole earth is changing. Human activities are greatly responsible for it. We are cutting down trees for habitation and agricultural purpose. (d) use of chemicals in industries causes serious harm to the ozone layer. (e) —, there is a rapid increase in temperature causing greenhouse effect.
Answer: 10. (a) However (b) Because of c) or (d) Moreover (e) As a result
11. Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text: - 5
don't you have any relative here to stay with no sir so i need a transfer certificate to be admitted there
Answer: 11. "Don't you have any relative here to stay with?
"No, sir. So, I need a transfer certificate to be admitted there."
Part B: Composition (Marks-40)
12. Suppose, you are HabibfHabiba and you have recently completed your HSC Examination. The Computer Zone Ltd. has published a vacancy advertisement in "The Daily Star" for the post of Junior Sales Officer. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the above-mentioned post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Imagine, you are Sadi/Sadika, a student of Sayedpur Model High School, Sayedpur. The students of your class want to go on a study tour in a historical place. Now, write an application to the Headmaster on behalf of your class, seeking permission for arranging a study tour.10
14. Our farmers play an important role in our agro-based society. They work from dawn to dusk in order to produce crops. Now, write a paragraph on "The life of a farmer". 10
15. Write a composition on “Importance of trees in our life”. 12
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