SSC Mymensingh Board -2024 English 2nd Paper Question with Answer
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once.
A man cannot remember everything that happened in his (a) —. But certain events are vivid in his (b) — mind. They sometimes peep (c) — his mind's eye. Very simple and trifling things are the centre of (d) — to a child. When a man grows up, he may laugh (e) — those things. For example, at the age of 6 or 7, when children's teeth start to fall, they start looking for a rat's hole, (f) — in villages. Because they have heard that if they put the (g) — tooth in a rat's hole, the rat will give them one of (h) — teeth. Believing that, they find out a rat's hole (i) — to put the fallen tooth inside it. This incident makes them laugh (j) — they grow up.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
To earn fame in life, a man has to possess some good qualities. Among them, honesty is the best. The man (a) — possesses this quality is the happiest man (b) — the earth. All the people respect him (c) — his honesty. On the other hand, a (d) — man is hated by all. By telling (e) —, a man may prosper for the time (f) — but finally, he is sure to suffer a (g) —. We must be honest (h) — our thoughts and deeds. Childhood is the best time to (i) — honesty. It is our moral (j) — to give our children a proper idea about what is right and what is wrong.
3.
a) Culture is a term used for a way of life.
b) It represents a society’s beliefs, customs, languages, and traditions.
c) Hospitality is a part of Bangladeshi culture.
d) We are very fond of showing hospitality.
e) But nowadays, our culture is badly influenced by the negative impacts of Western culture.
4. Complete the following text with the correct forms of the verbs given:
be, live, enable, talk, give, say, choose, fail, suffer
There are several reasons why friendship ___ (a) ___ so important in human life. A man without a friend feels like a man ___ (b) ___ in an isolated plane. Moreover, it ___ (c) ___ him to lead his life in a better way. By ___ (d) ___ to a friend, a person can get relief. The advice ___ (e) ___ by a friend is sometimes more reliable than his own judgment. Thus, it ___ (f) ___ that friendship is really important. But a man must ___ (g) ___ time while ___ (h) ___ a friend. If he ___ (i) ___ to select the right person as a friend, he ___ (j) ___ in the long run.
5.Change the narrative style of the following text:
Direct Speech:The teacher said to Rafiq, "Why didn't you come to school yesterday?" Rafiq said, "Sir, I took my mother to the hospital." The teacher said, "Oh, that is sad news! May she get well soon."
6.
(a) Very few people are as bad as corruption.(b) A person who is corrupt can do anything against morality.(c) A corrupt person is hated by people.(d) Who respects him?(e) Our country has strict laws, but we are still affected by this evil.(f) A corrupt person is the most hated person.(g) We hope for the freedom of Bangladesh from the grip of corruption.(h) There is nobody but assists every corrupt person.(i) There is nobody who does not act as a corrupt person.(j) What an unhappy life a corrupt person leads!(k) We should work together to make Bangladesh a corruption-free country.
7.Complete the sentences.
(a) Walk fast so ___.
(b) I saw the baby ___.
(c) Ten years have passed since ___.
(d) Though he works hard ___.
(e) If I were a bird ___.
8.Complete the text by adding some appropriate words from the box or both to the root words given in parentheses:
Life without leisure and ___ (a) ___ (relaxation) is dull. It lacks ___ (b) ___ (charm). If one does not have any time to enjoy the ___ (c) ___ (beautiful) objects of nature, it becomes ___ (d) ___ (monotonous) work hindering the ___ (e) ___ (smooth) of work. Leisure ___ (f) ___ (enrich) our spirit to work. Everybody knows that ___ (g) ___ (work) is the ___ (h) ___ (harm) of life. Leisure does not mean ___ (i) ___ (idle). It gives ___ (j) ___ (freshness) by shifting) our minds.
9.
1. Patriotism is a noble virtue. —?
2. Wise people teach us to love our own country. —?
3. We should remember that motherland is above everything. Some people forget it. —?
(a) ____, isn’t it?(b) ____, don’t they?(c) ____, shouldn’t we?(d) ____, don’t they?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:
We can't deny the importance of tree plantation. (a) ___ our lives on earth directly or indirectly depend on it. (b) ___ It is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c) ___ trees are planted more and more soon, our country will turn into a desert. (d) ___, there will be harmful changes in the climate. (e) ___ we must plant more trees for our own sake.
Part B—CompositionMarks: 40
12.Suppose 'X' Group of Companies will appoint some Accounts Officers. You, Tahsin/Tahsina, have completed your MBA and are interested in the position of Accounts Officer. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.
13.Suppose you are Tahmid/Tahmida, a student of Kazi Nazrul Islam Memorial High School, Rancra. The students of your class are interested in going on a study tour. You need permission from the Headmaster of your school. Now, write an application to the Headmaster seeking permission to go on a study tour.
14.Write a paragraph in 250 words on "Our National Flag."
15.Write a composition on "The Season You Like Most."
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SSC Mymensingh Board -2024 English 2nd Paper Question with Answer
1. Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once.
A man cannot remember everything that happened in his (a) —. But certain events are vivid in his (b) — mind. They sometimes peep (c) — his mind's eye. Very simple and trifling things are the centre of (d) — to a child. When a man grows up, he may laugh (e) — those things. For example, at the age of 6 or 7, when children's teeth start to fall, they start looking for a rat's hole, (f) — in villages. Because they have heard that if they put the (g) — tooth in a rat's hole, the rat will give them one of (h) — teeth. Believing that, they find out a rat's hole (i) — to put the fallen tooth inside it. This incident makes them laugh (j) — they grow up.
Answer:
(a) childhood(b) subconscious(c) through(d) attraction(e) at(f) in(g) fallen(h) new(i) to(j) when
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
To earn fame in life, a man has to possess some good qualities. Among them, honesty is the best. The man (a) — possesses this quality is the happiest man (b) — the earth. All the people respect him (c) — his honesty. On the other hand, a (d) — man is hated by all. By telling (e) —, a man may prosper for the time (f) — but finally, he is sure to suffer a (g) —. We must be honest (h) — our thoughts and deeds. Childhood is the best time to (i) — honesty. It is our moral (j) — to give our children a proper idea about what is right and what is wrong.
Answer;
(a) who(b) on(c) for(d) dishonest(e) lies(f) but(g) loss(h) in(i) learn(j) duty
3.
a) Culture is a term used for a way of life.
b) It represents a society’s beliefs, customs, languages, and traditions.
c) Hospitality is a part of Bangladeshi culture.
d) We are very fond of showing hospitality.
e) But nowadays, our culture is badly influenced by the negative impacts of Western culture.
4. Complete the following text with the correct forms of the verbs given:
be, live, enable, talk, give, say, choose, fail, suffer
There are several reasons why friendship ___ (a) ___ so important in human life. A man without a friend feels like a man ___ (b) ___ in an isolated plane. Moreover, it ___ (c) ___ him to lead his life in a better way. By ___ (d) ___ to a friend, a person can get relief. The advice ___ (e) ___ by a friend is sometimes more reliable than his own judgment. Thus, it ___ (f) ___ that friendship is really important. But a man must ___ (g) ___ time while ___ (h) ___ a friend. If he ___ (i) ___ to select the right person as a friend, he ___ (j) ___ in the long run.
Answers:
(a) is(b) living(c) enables(d) talking(e) given(f) is(g) take(h) choosing(i) fails(j) will suffer
5.Change the narrative style of the following text:
Direct Speech:The teacher said to Rafiq, "Why didn't you come to school yesterday?" Rafiq said, "Sir, I took my mother to the hospital." The teacher said, "Oh, that is sad news! May she get well soon."
Answers:
The teacher asked Rafiq why he had not come to school the previous day. Rafiq replied that he had taken his mother to the hospital. The teacher expressed sympathy, saying that it was sad news and hoped that she would get well soon.
6.
(b) Very few people are as bad as corruption.(b) A person who is corrupt can do anything against morality.(c) A corrupt person is hated by people.(d) Who respects him?(e) Our country has strict laws, but we are still affected by this evil.(f) A corrupt person is the most hated person.(g) We hope for the freedom of Bangladesh from the grip of corruption.(h) There is nobody but assists every corrupt person.(i) There is nobody who does not act as a corrupt person.(j) What an unhappy life a corrupt person leads!(k) We should work together to make Bangladesh a corruption-free country.
7.Complete the sentences.
(a) Walk fast so ___.
(b) I saw the baby ___.
(c) Ten years have passed since ___.
(d) Though he works hard ___.
(e) If I were a bird ___.
Answer:
(a) Walk fast so you don't get caught in the rain.
(b) I saw the baby sleeping peacefully.
(c) Ten years have passed since I last saw her.
(d) Though he works hard, he still struggles to meet deadlines.
(e) If I were a bird, I would fly around the world.
8.Complete the text by adding some appropriate words from the box or both to the root words given in parentheses:
Life without leisure and ___ (a) ___ (relaxation) is dull. It lacks ___ (b) ___ (charm). If one does not have any time to enjoy the ___ (c) ___ (beautiful) objects of nature, it becomes ___ (d) ___ (monotonous) work hindering the ___ (e) ___ (smooth) of work. Leisure ___ (f) ___ (enrich) our spirit to work. Everybody knows that ___ (g) ___ (work) is the ___ (h) ___ (harm) of life. Leisure does not mean ___ (i) ___ (idle). It gives ___ (j) ___ (freshness) by shifting) our minds.
Answers:
(a) relaxation(b) charm(c) beautiful(d) monotonous(e) smoothness(f) enriches(g) work(h) harm(i) idleness(j) freshness
9.
4. Patriotism is a noble virtue. —?
5. Wise people teach us to love our own country. —?
6. We should remember that motherland is above everything. Some people forget it. —?
(a) ____, isn’t it?(b) ____, don’t they?(c) ____, shouldn’t we?(d) ____, don’t they?
Answers:
1. Patriotism is a noble virtue. Isn’t it?
2. Wise people teach us to love our own country. Don’t they?
3. We should remember that motherland is above everything. Some people forget it. Don’t they?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:
We can't deny the importance of tree plantation. (a) ___ our lives on earth directly or indirectly depend on it. (b) ___ It is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c) ___ trees are planted more and more soon, our country will turn into a desert. (d) ___, there will be harmful changes in the climate. (e) ___ we must plant more trees for our own sake.
(a) Because(b) However(c) If(d) Otherwise(e) Therefore
Part B—CompositionMarks: 40
12.Suppose 'X' Group of Companies will appoint some Accounts Officers. You, Tahsin/Tahsina, have completed your MBA and are interested in the position of Accounts Officer. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page.
13.Suppose you are Tahmid/Tahmida, a student of Kazi Nazrul Islam Memorial High School, Rancra. The students of your class are interested in going on a study tour. You need permission from the Headmaster of your school. Now, write an application to the Headmaster seeking permission to go on a study tour.
14.Write a paragraph in 250 words on "Our National Flag."
15.Write a composition on "The Season You Like Most."
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