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Without Clues Worksheet-4.0 SSC Examination-2020 all board questions 1. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dhaka Board-2020] Modern civilization is the (a)---of science. Science has worked (b)---a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c)---day without the help of science. Many quick means (d)---communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite, etc. are (e) — greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) — eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) — in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) — has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power. (i) — diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j)---. 2.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board-2020] Diligence means an (a)---to perform a work successfully. God has given us two hands to (b) --- from the (c)--- of the world, human beings have been (d)---with nature to keep hold of their (e)---. If they did not struggle, they might have (f)--- long ago. Thus we see that diligence is (g)---- in our personal, social and national life. The student who is (h)--- diligent, makes a better result (i)--- those who are not. So, to be (j)--- everybody should be diligent. 3. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Cumilla Board-2020] Education is one of the basic (a) ---- of a human and is (b) ---- for every kind of development. It (c) — us to make right choices in life. It (d) — our ability to raise crops, (e) — food, protect the environment and (f) — out our social responsibilities. It provides us (g) — an enlightened (h)---- about things. But education has to be (i) —. It is not (j) — adopting degrees from schools, colleges and universities. It is something more lasting, more humane. 4.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board-2020] Adopting unfair means in the examination is (a)--- offence. It degrades (b)--- standard of education. If the students of (c)---country do not acquire (d) — education, there will be no development for (e) — country. (f) — examinee should study seriously so that he can cut (g)--- good figure in the examination. To acquire true education should be (h) — only aim in the lives of all students. (i) — educated man cannot support adopting (j) — unfair means in the examination at all. 4.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Barishal Board-2020] Terrorism is a (a) — threat and major concern (b) — almost all the countries. Terrorists damage (c) — human lives and properties (d) — panic and terror. The cause of terrorism mainly (e) — to the deprivation of genuine rights and also greed and exploitation (f) — groups and nations. To get rid of terrorism is very difficult (g) — not impossible (h) — different intellectuals and peace (i) — nations work (j)---. 5.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Chattogram Board-2020] Patriotism is an (a) — quality of human being. It creates in a man a feeling of love for his motherland. It is older than (b) —. The man who loves his own country, does his first and (c) — duties and works for the (d) — and (e) — of his country, is a patriot. Even the ancient tribes had a great love for the land where they were born and sacrificed their lives to (f) — it. If he does and (g) — his duties honestly and sincerely in his own fields, he can be a patriot. If he does not do so, he will be a (h) —. We must not have bitterness towards anyone. But (i) — patriotism is very bad. All should (j) — off it from their hearts. 6.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Mymensingh Board-2020] Nowadays, a good number of farmers are getting benefits (a) — the organic cultivation of vegetables. Vermicompost, (b) — organic fertilizer made mainly (c) — cowdung and earthworm is used by the farmers. As the farmers did not use (d) — chemical fertilizer or pesticides on their vegetable beds, the (e) — cost has come down. It takes (f) — fifty thousand taka to prepare an acre of (g) — and the harvest starts within forty-five days (h) — planting. Due to good yield of the crop, some temporary warehouses have been made in (i) — area. So, proper (j) — of organic fertilizer can change the scenario of our agricultural sector. SSC Examination-2019 all board questions 7.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dhaka Board-2019] Once a farmer had a 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) — sunset. 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 wise man remarked a man needs just as much land as will be enough (j) — his grave. 8. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board 2019] 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. 9. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.[Cumilla Board-2019] Reading textbook is essential (a) — all the students. A student cannot expect (b) — make a good result until he or she reads textbooks. In the textbooks 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, textbooks are (f) — and edited by highly experienced educationists. Some students ignore (g) — read text books rather they prefer guidebooks. But merely (h) — guidebooks keeps the students ignoble of the subject matter as they are written focusing on exam result (i) — a textbook covers all the details for holistic flourish (j) — a student. 10.Fill in the blanks with suitable words.[Jashore Board-2019] Language (a)---a very Important role in the lives of human beings. We use language from the (b) ---we wake up in the morning (c) — we go to bed at night. We use language (d) — different purposes. We use language to (e) — our ideas, thoughts and, feelings, ‘to (f) — 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. 11.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Barishal Board-2019] Nowadays, 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 our regular (i) — and nutrition. It is also possible to (j) — vegetables by ensuring quality production and packaging. 12. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Chattogram Board-2019] Road accident is (a) — regular phenomenon in Bangladesh. Many people die (b) — road accidents every year. So, it is considered as 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. 13.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board-2019;Jashore Board-2016] 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 (f) — friend. But it is’ a matter (g) — regret that a true friend is very (h) — today. A selfish man cannot be a (i) — friend. He always thinks of his (j) — interest. SSC Examination-2018 all board questions 14.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [All Board-2018] Truthfulness means the (a)--- of speaking (b) — truth. Truthfulness is (c) of the greatest virtues in manes life. The true (d) — and prosperity of man entirely depends (e) — it. It ennobles ones character (f) — gives one a high position in society. It may not make one rich (g) — brings peace of mind. All religions teach us to be (h) —. By dint (i) — truthfulness all can shine in life. It may lead the (j) — world to peace and prosperity. Answer: (a) habit; (b) the; (c) one: (d) development; (e) on; (f) and; (g) but; (h) truthful; (i) of; (j) whole. SSC Examination-2017 all board questions 15.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dhaka Board-2017] Every student wants to do well (a) — the examination. But it is not (b) — easy task. A student has to work (c) — for this. From the very (d) — of the year, he must be serious. He should read the (e) — books again and again. He must not memorize answers (f) — understanding. He must not make note (g) — a common source. He should have a good command (h) — English. By doing all (i)----- things, a student can hope to make (j) — excellent result. 16.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board-2017] Man is the (a) — of his own fate. If he makes a proper (b) — of time and does his duties (c) —, he is sure to improve and (d) — in life. But if he does not (e) — it, he is sure to (f)—. Then he will be (g) — to drag a miserable (h) —. To spoil time is (i) — for a person. For, our life is nothing (j)---- the sum total of hours, days and years. 17.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Cumilla Board-2017] The Eiffel Tower was named (a) — Gustave Eiffel, a Frenchman who built (b) — Tower. He graduated from the Central School of Engineering in Paris and went to work for a railway (c) — company. For years Gustave made plan (d) — plan of dams, factories, stations and structures of great size. All (e) — Europe engineers copied them. In the middle of 1880s a group of French industrialists persuaded the government to organise (f) — World’s Fair (g) — Paris. Gustave Eiffel proposed a 989-foot tower of iron as symbol of the (h) —. Forty engineers and designers under Eiffel’s (i) — worked for two years. It was (j) — highest structure yet made by man. 18.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Jashore Board 2017] A great (a) — of people speak English all over (b) — world. Some people use (c) — as a first language and some people take it as (d) — second language. Many international organizations now (e) — on English to communicate with offices in different (f)—. Then advertisements published g) — different newspapers are in English. They also want people who possess a good (h) — of English. People seeking (i) — can’t expect to get a good one (j) — knowing English. 19.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board 2017] Trees bear a great impact (a) — the climate. If we destroy trees (b) — random, one day the country will turn (c) — a great desert. The country will bear the consequences of greenhouse (d) —. Again there will be no rain and as a result, the country will face a great crisis because ours is (e)— agricultural country and our economy is dependent on (f) —. Again our agriculture (g) — on rain. So trees have a (h)— effect on our climate. Trees keep the soil strong. Trees save us (i) — flood and many other natural (j) —. 20.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Barishal Board-2017] Sleep is one of (a) — most important factors (b) — human life. (c) — sound man cannot go (d) — sleeping. Sleep is (e) — healing medicine of the troubled (f) —. It relieves physical and mental pain. Night is the proper time of (g) —. But if (h) — man has to pass a sleepless night, he never feels well. He loses energy and peace of mind. As a result, he becomes indifferent (i) ----his (j) — and responsibilities. 21.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Chattogram Board 2017] A man of (a) — is respected always (b) — after his death for his (c) —. He is an (d)— person who devotes himself with a view to (e) — education in the society. He always (f) — people how to (g)— between right and wrong. (h) — fact, he is the authentic person (i) — world should (j)—. 22.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dinajpur Board 2017] Trees are (a) — to man in many ways. They provide us (b) — oxygen without which we cannot live more than a few minutes. They supply (c) — with vitamin and food, give us shade and help to (d) — drought and flood. Unfortunately, we cannot realize (e) — importance of trees, We cut them (f) —- in large numbers (g),— it is a suicidal attempt. (h) — we do not stop (i) ---- acts soon our country will, no doubt, turn (j) — a desert. SSC Examination-2016 all board questions 23.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dhaka Board-2016] Illiteracy ‘is not (a) — boon to us. It is undoubtedly a (b) —. It hinders all kinds (c) — development of a country. Illiteracy causes great (d) — to us. Since we are not (e) — of the gravity of the problem, we cannot take steps to increase our (f) — rate. As a result, we are (g) — behind. We have to depend (h) — the foreign aids. So, all should come forward (i) ----to remove illiteracy. Then, the (j) — of our country will be possible. 24.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board-2016] Time is very (a) —. Time which is lost once, is lost forever. There is a proverb that time and tide (b) — for none. It is time which does not have any relative feelings. If it is not used (c) — one must suffer (d) — the long run. (e) — the other hand, we can go a long way (f)------ being realized of the value of time. Those who have become great, have made (g) — use of time. They never put (h) — their work (i) — tomorrow. As a result, they have (j) — top position in society. So, it is our duty to follow them. 25.Fill in the blanks with suitable words.[Cumilla Board-2016] Honesty is (a) — to be (b) — best policy. An honest man never (c) — from the path (d) — morality. He is (e) — by (f)--- but hated by (g) —. (h) — enemies believe and respect an (i) — and truthful man. So, it is our duty to remain honest (j) ---our life. 26.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board 2016] Housing is one of the (a) — problems of our (b) —. Thousands of people in big cities (c) ----Dhaka and Chattogram dwell (d) — the footpaths. In rural ,(e) — also there is (I) — acute shortage of houses. The cost of construction is (g) — everyday. At present it is very (h) — for the common people to afford (i) — cost of construction. This problem needs to be addressed (j) —. 27.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Chattogram Board 2016] An early (a)--- can enjoy (b)---fresh air and oxygen (c)--- the morning which refreshes both his body and mind. Moreover, he can finish his work early and as such he finds enough time to (d) ---his work properly. (e)--- the other hand, too much sleep makes (f)--- man dull and lazy. A man who gets up late, wastes a lot of time (g)--- sleep and idleness. He does not utilize time (h)--- doing his work properly. So, everyone should make (i) ---habit of early (j)---. 28.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dinajpur Board-2016] Robert Bruce was a famous king of Scotland. England was a great (a)---- of his kingdom. So was driven (b) — from his kingdom by the English. For this, he had to fight against (c) - English for the defence of his country and (d) — men. But he was (e)--- unfortunate fellow. He fought (f) — his kingdom several times but every time he was defeated. So, he was (g) —despair. One day while (h) — in a lonely cave, an incident drew his attention. He saw that a spider was trying to reach its target. Six times it tried and every time it failed. But it did not give (i) — its hope and finally at the seventh time, it was successful (j)— its attempt. SSC Examination-2015 all board questions 29.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Dhaka Board-2015;Dinajpur Board-2019] Scientists have (a) — reported that the surface ice caps are (b) —. This is due to a rise (c) — atmospheric temperature known (d) — the greenhouse effect. According to the scientists, carbon dioxide is primarily responsible (e) — temperature rise in (f) —. The carbon dioxide is high (g) — coal and oil (h) — burnt. The gas is accumulating in the atmosphere and (i) — temperature to rise. As a result, the polar ice In the North and South poles ( j) — melting. 30.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board-2015;Dhaka Board-2020] Modern civilization is the (a) — of science. Science has worked (b) — a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c) — day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) — communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite etc. are (e) — greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner to another in the twinkle of (f) — eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g)---- in all fields. In the field of medical science (h) — has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power. (i) — diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) —. 31.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Barishal Board-2015] We live in an age of (a)---. We can see (b)--- influence of science in all spheres of life. Science is a constant (c)--- of our daily life. We have (d)---the impossible things possible by means (e) — science. The modern civilization is a (f) — of science. At present, we can (g) — travel from one place to another. (h) — ancient time, journey was difficult. (i) — had to spend much (j) — and money for travelling. But we should remember that science has to be exploited for the greater welfare of mankind. 32.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Chittagong Board-2015] Bangladesh is a land of (a) —. It got (b)---in 1971 (c) — a Liberation War. It is located (d) — South Asia. Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. Dhaka is also known as the city of mosques. About 14 core people live here. Most of them are poor and (e) —. They earn their livelihood (f) — agriculture. But educated and skilled people work (g) ---offices and factories. Our main food is rice and fish. It is a country of beauty. Its flora and fauna attract everyone’s eyes. It is, in fact, (h)---large village. The people of Bangladesh are very (i) ---. There are many beautiful things here that attract the travellers and the (j)—. 33.Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board-2015] Once there lived (a) — poor man. He could hardly maintain his family (b)---- he did not have any land (c) — cultivation. One day, he bought (d )---- wonderful goose. The goose laid a (e) — egg every day. In a few months, he became rich. But he was a (f) — greedy man. He thought that there (g) — more eggs in the belly of the goose. He wanted to get all the eggs (h) — a time. So, one day he killed the goose and cut its belly open with (I) — knife. But alas! there was no egg. Thus, the greedy farmer (j) — the useful goose. Without Clues Worksheet-4.0 Answer Answer: (a) blessing/gift (b) like (c) single (d) of (e) the (f) an (g) change (h) blind (i) Some/the (j) curable Answer: (a) endevour/effort (b) work (c) beginning (d) struggling (e) being/existence (f) vanished/lost (g) led/important/necessary (h) more/sufficient/always (i) than (j) successful Answer: (a) needs (b) necessary/important (c) enables/helps (d) increases (e) prepares (f) carries (g) with (h) notion (i) redefined: (j) merely. Answer: (a) an (b) the (c) a (d) ×/the (e) the (f) an (g) a (h) the (i) an (j) ×/the Answer: (a) great (b) for (c) to (d) creating/ through (e) want/due (f) of (g) but (h) if (i) loving (j) together Answer: (a) inherent (b) democracy/civilization (c) foremost (d) progress/improvement (e) development/betterment (f) protect/save/defend (g) performs (h) traitor (i) excessive/blind/narrow (j) cast/drop/stay Answer: a) from; b) an; c) from; d) the; e) production; f) only/about; g) land; h) of; i) farm /the; j) use Answer: (a) for; (b) going; (c) so that/that; (d) until/till; (e) with/hearing; (f) speedily/ quickly /fast; (g) about/going; (h) down; (i) buried; (j) for. Answer: (a) problems (b) cities (c) dwell (d) areas (e) shortage (f) increasing (g) difficult (h) common (i) afford (j) needs Answer: a) For; b) to; c) a; d) of; e) lessons /knowledge; f) written; g) to; h) reading; i) while /whereas; j) of/for Answer: (a) plays (b) moment (c) till (d) for (e) express (f) convey/send (g) necessary (h) ever (i) an (j) what. Answer: (a) produce/grow/cultivate (b) to (c) farmer (d) determination (e) big/vegetable (f) foreign (g) in (h) the (i) diet (j) export Answer: (a) a (b) in (c) problem/hazard (d) many /various/different (e) responsible (f) reckless/continuous /long/ non-stop (g) even (h) properly (i) without (j) major/important/noteworthy Answer: (a) an; (b) by (c) of; (d) a; (e) always (f) his; (g) of: (h) rare; (i) true/real: (j) own/ personal. Answer: (a) habit; (b) the; (c) one: (d) development; (e) on; (f) and; (g) but; (h) truthful; (i) of; (j) whole. Answer: (a) in; (b) an; (c) hard; (d) beginning; (e) text (f) without; (g) from; (h) of/over; (i) these; (j) an. Answer: (a) maker (b) division (c) accordingly (d) prosper (e) do (f) suffer (g) bound (h) life (i) dangerous (j) but Answer: (a) after; (b) this (c) construction (d) after; (e) over(f) a/the; (g) in; (h) fair/exhibition; (i) direction (j) the. Answer: (a) number (b) the; (c) it; (d) a (e) depend; (f) countries (g) in; (h) command (i) job (j) without Answer: (a)on (b) at (c) into (d) effect (c) an (f) agriculture (g) depends; (h) great (i) from; (j) calamities. Answer: (a) the; (b) in/of; (c) A: (d) without; (e) a; (f) mind; (g) sleep; (h) a; (i) to; (j) duties. Answer: (a) letters (b) even (c) works (d) honest (e) spreading (f) teaches (g)distinguish (h)In (i)whom (j) respect. Answer: (a) useful(b) with (c) us (d) prevent(e) the; (f) aimlessly (g) but (h) If; (i) such/these; (j) into. Answer: (a) a (b) curse (c) of (d) problems (e) aware (f) literacy (g) lagging (h) on (I) in order (j) prosperity Answer: (a) valuable (b) wait; (c) properly (d) in; (e) On; (f) by (g) proper/the; (h) off: (i) for; (j) reached. Answer: (a) said (b) the; (c) deviates (d) of (e) respected (f) all (g) nobody; (h) Even(i) honest; (j) in. Answer: (a) greatest (b) country (c) like (d) in (e) areas (f) an (g) increasing (h) impossible (i) the (j) soon Answer: (a) riser; (b) the; (c) in; (d) do/perform; (e) On; (f) a; (g) in; (h) by/for/in: (i) the; (j) rising. Answer: (a) enemy (b) away (c) the; (d) country (e) an; (f) for; (g) in; (h) lying (i) up; (j) at/in. Answer: (a) recently: (b) melting; (c) in; (d) as; (e) for; (f) atmosphere; (g) as; (h) are; (i) helping; (j) is. Answer: (a) blessing (b) like (c) single (d)of (e) the (f) an (g) change (h) blind (i) Some (j) curable Answer: (a) science; (b) the; (c) companion (d) made; (e) of; (f) gift (g) easily (h) in; (i) We (j) time Answer: (a) river/villages; (b) independence/ freedom (c) after: (d) in; (e) farmers/ illiterate; (f) on/by/with; (g) in; (h) a; (i) simple/peace loving/ friendly/ hospitable (j) tourists/ foreigners/visitors. Answer: (a) a; (b) because; (c) for/of; (d) a; (e) golden; (f) very; (g) were/would be; (h) at; (i) a; (j) lost

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Rules Basic Advanced Worksheets Beginner (1) Elementary (2) (PECE) Pre-intermediate (3) (JSC) Intermediate (4) (SSC) Upper-intermediate (5( (HSC) Advanced (6)(University) Rules for Solving Cloze Test (With/Without Clues) Communicative System - Cloze Test with Clues Cloze test with clues: In this type of cloze test, you will be given a passage with 10 gaps. The passage will contain clues, and in each gap, there will be a box containing 14 words to choose from. You need to select the appropriate word from the box (based on tense, number, and person) to fill in the blank. Additional Examples: The professor is giving a lecture, and he has provided some hints to help you understand the topic. The article provides suggestions on how to improve your writing skills. She left some clues to help us solve the mystery. The manual includes tips for troubleshooting common problems. The book offers pointers for effective time management. The teacher gave us some guidelines for the project. Cloze Test without Clues: Cloze test without clues: In this type of cloze test, you will be given a passage with 10 gaps, but there will be no clues provided. You need to fill in the blanks with the appropriate words based on your understanding of grammar, tense, and vocabulary. Additional Examples: The candidate was asked to complete a challenging cloze test as part of the job interview. The cloze test in the exam was quite difficult, and many students found it challenging. She struggled to complete the cloze test without any assistance. The cloze test is designed to assess your comprehension of the text. He found the cloze test to be a good indicator of his language skills. The cloze test helped identify areas where she needed to improve her vocabulary. Rules of using Verb Rule 1: Insert the appropriate adverb or adverb phrase into the blank to complete the sentence correctly. Examples: Some people are (currently) working in the field. She sings (very beautifully). They played the game (quite well). Rule 2: Fill in the blank with the correct present tense form of the verb. Examples: He (guides) the students properly. She (teaches) English to the children. They (study) hard for their exams. Rule 3: Convert the verb to its present form or base form. Examples: Help the poor. He often (eat) fruits. She (write) poems in her free time. Rule 4: Adjust the verb tense according to the adverb or noun phrase provided. Examples: A balanced applicant always (qualifies) for the post. The dedicated students consistently (achieve) high scores. He (runs) marathons regularly. Rule 5: Change the verb into its passive form and modify the sentence as needed. Examples: The poor countries are (exploited) by the advanced countries. International meetings are (held) in English. The report will be (submitted) by tomorrow. Rule 6: Transform the verb into its passive form and add "to" before the verb that follows. Examples: They aren't (permitted) to go out of home. Visitors are not (allowed) to take photographs inside the museum. Students are (encouraged) to ask questions during the lecture. Rules of using Adverb Rule 1: Insert the appropriate adverb into the blank to modify the sentence correctly. Examples: Gradually Shakhina changed her lot. She silently observed the situation. He always speaks the truth. Rule 2: Add the adverb that matches the adjective provided in the blank. Examples: She speaks (frankly). He behaves (kindly) towards animals. The team played (exceptionally) well. Rule 3: Include the adverb in the blank to modify the auxiliary verb or principal verb correctly. Examples: He has (always) been my best friend. They have (never) visited that place. She will (probably) join us later. Rule 4: Insert the adverb that appropriately modifies the adjective provided. Examples: He is (completely) gentle. She looks (extremely) happy. The meal was (deliciously) prepared. Rule 5: Fill in the blank with the adverb that complements the adjective. Examples: She is (very) active girl. He is (quite) intelligent. The painting is (incredibly) beautiful. Rule 6: Add the adverb that correctly modifies the entire prepositional phrase. Examples: She talks (loudly) in any matter. They walked (slowly) down the narrow path. The music played (softly) in the background. Rules of using Adjective Rule 1: Complete the sentence with the appropriate adjective that complements the noun. Examples: He is doing (complicated) works. She enjoys (simple) pleasures. They faced (challenging) situations. Rule 2: Fill in the blank with the adjective that properly modifies the subject mentioned in the sentence. Examples: The students (good) in Maths can get better marks. He is (interested) in art. She is (proficient) in programming. Rule 3: Add the adjective that matches the noun provided and maintain the proper article (if applicable). Examples: An (honest) man can never tell a lie. Qualified candidates become successful. The (skilled) workers completed the project. Rule 4: Insert the appropriate adjective to describe the subject linked by the "Be" verb. Examples: She is (expert) in any handicrafts. He seems (confident) in his abilities. They are (knowledgeable) about the topic. Rule 5: Complete the sentence by adding the adverb that complements the adjective. Examples: This man is very (strong) now. She danced (gracefully) on stage. He works (efficiently) under pressure. Rule 6: Add the adjective that fits the sentence. Examples: He is (honest). She seems (happy). They appear (anxious). Rule 7: Complete the sentence with the appropriate words to make it grammatically correct. Examples: Some people dream of a good future. Many students struggle with mathematics. Several candidates applied for the job. Tense, Sentence, and Grammar Rules: Rule 1: In the present indefinite tense, if the subject is the third person and singular, the verb takes the form of the base verb plus "s" or "es." Example: Mili plays chess. Additional Examples: He reads books. She listens to music. The cat sleeps on the couch. John works in the office. It rains heavily in the monsoon. The sun sets in the evening. Rule 2: When expressing universal truths or habitual facts, use the present indefinite tense. Example: The earth moves round the sun. Additional Examples: Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius. The sun rises in the east. Plants need sunlight to grow. Fish swim in water. The moon shines at night. Birds fly in the sky. Rule 3: Use the present indefinite tense when describing actions that generally, normally, or always happen. Example: Sabiha learns her lessons regularly. Additional Examples: He often visits his grandmother. They always arrive on time. The clock ticks loudly. She daily practices the piano. We sometimes go for a walk. The dog barks at strangers. Rule 4: When forming negative or interrogative sentences in the present tense, use the auxiliary verb "do" (do, does, did) along with the base form of the main verb. Example: Sumita does not go to school. Additional Examples: He doesn't like spicy food. Did they complete their homework? She does her exercises every morning. Why do you always complain? The cat doesn't drink milk. Did you see that movie last night? Rule 5: When forming questions using WH-words (what, when, where, who, which, whose, why, how), use the auxiliary verb "do" (do, does, did) along with the base form of the main verb. Example: Why does Samira look so gloomy? Additional Examples: Where do they live? Who did you meet at the party? How does he always find his way home? What do you want for dinner? When did the event take place? Why does she always wear a hat? Rule 6: In sentences describing actions happening at the moment or in the present, use the present continuous tense, which consists of the base verb with "-ing" added to it. Example: Now the students are singing the national anthem. Additional Examples: They are watching a movie right now. The children are playing in the park. She is reading a book at the moment. The chef is preparing a delicious meal. We are waiting for the bus. The birds are chirping in the trees. Rule 7: In sentences where the subject has "have" or "has" as the auxiliary verb, use the past participle form of the main verb to create the present perfect tense. Example: They have gone to Dhaka. Additional Examples: She has finished her work. We have visited that museum before. Have you seen this movie? He has eaten breakfast already. They have won several awards. I have never been to Paris. Rule 8: Use the present perfect tense when describing actions that occurred just, just now, already, recently, lately, ever, or yet. Example: Rabeya has taken her dinner just now. Additional Examples: I have already finished my homework. She has recently visited her grandparents. Have you ever traveled to Europe? They have just arrived at the airport. He has yet to receive the report. We have recently redecorated our living room. Rule 9: Use the past indefinite tense when expressing actions that happened in the past and are associated with a specific time or event. Example: My father came home yesterday. Additional Examples: She visited the museum last week. They completed the project last month. He traveled to London two years ago. We watched a movie yesterday evening. She bought a new car last year. They graduated from college in 2010. Rule 10: Use the past indefinite tense when expressing actions that occurred since a specific time or event in the past. Example: Many years have passed since I visited India. Additional Examples: It's been a long time since I met her. She hasn't called me since last Friday. He hasn't eaten since breakfast. It's been ages since I saw that movie. It's been years since I visited my hometown. I haven't heard from him since our last meeting. Rule 11: Use the past perfect tense when describing actions that happened before a specific time or event in the past. Example: It was twenty years since the author first met his lady guest. Additional Examples: She had already left when I arrived. By the time they reached the station, the train had left. He had finished his homework before going out. I had never seen such a beautiful sunset before. They had already eaten dinner when we arrived. She had received the letter before leaving for vacation. Rule 12: Use the past perfect tense with "No sooner... than," "Scarcely... when," or "Hardly... when" to indicate that one action happened immediately after another action in the past. Example: No sooner had the rain stopped than they left the shelter. Additional Examples: Scarcely had he reached the stadium when it rained. Hardly had he arrived when the meeting started. No sooner had she finished her speech than they applauded. Scarcely had they started the game when it began to rain. Hardly had I left the house when I realized I forgot my keys. No sooner had the sun set than the stars appeared in the sky. Rule 13: Use the past perfect tense after "after" and "before" to indicate the sequence of two past actions. Example: The doctor had come before the patient died. Additional Examples: They had already eaten before I arrived. He had completed the project after she had left. She had gone to bed before her parents came home. They had met each other after they had moved to the city. The train had left before they reached the station. She had finished her work after he had gone to lunch. Rule 14: Use the past perfect tense when one action in the past had already occurred before another action in the past. Example: The doctor had come before the patient died. Additional Examples: She had already left before I arrived at the party. They had finished their meal before the waiter brought the bill. He had taken a shower before going to bed. I had already paid the bills before the electricity was restored. She had prepared breakfast before her family woke up. They had completed the project before the deadline. Rule 15: Use the present participle (verb + -ing) form of the verb or the bare infinitive (base form) after certain verbs in a sentence. Example: I saw him going. Additional Examples: He heard her singing in the garden. She noticed him walking down the street. They felt the rain falling on their faces. I watched them playing soccer in the park. She observed him reading a book in the library. We saw the plane flying overhead. Rule 16: Use "had rather," "had sooner," "had better," "would rather," "would better," "must," "let," and "need" followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive). Example: I had better go home by this time. Rule 17: Use "Would that" followed by a subject and the present form of the verb when expressing a wish or desire. Example: Would that I could go to America. Rule 18: Use "to be" or "having" followed by the past participle of the verb. Example: The Headmaster wants the boy to be expelled. Rule 19: Use verbs like "wish," "fancy," "it is time," and "it is high time" followed by the past tense of the verb. Examples: I wish I won the prize. I fancy I flew among the stars. It is time that the government took measures against the mosquito menace. Rule 20: Use certain verbs and phrases like "cannot help," "could not help," "with a view to," "look forward to," "would you mind," "used to," "past," "mind," and "worth" followed by the verb in its -ing form. Examples: I go to the market with a view to seeing people. I am looking forward to standing first in the class. Rule 21: Use "each," "every," "one of," "either," and "neither" followed by a singular form of the verb. Examples: Every mother loves her child. One of the students is very brilliant. Rule 22: Use "as if" or "as though" followed by "were" when describing a situation that is contrary to reality. Example: He speaks as if he were the owner of the firm. Rule 23: Modal auxiliary verbs like "can," "could," "may," "might," "shall," "should," "will," and "would" are followed by the base form of the verb. Example: He can do the sum. Rule 24: In indirect speech, the reporting verb in the past tense is followed by the past tense of the verb in the reported speech. Example: He said that he went to Dhaka yesterday. Rule 25: When forming the passive voice, use the appropriate form of the auxiliary verb "to be" (am, is, are, was, were, shall be, will be) followed by the past participle of the verb. Example: The boy is sent to school. Rule 26: Use the structure "If + Subject + were" in the if-clause and "might/would/could + verb" in the principal clause when expressing a hypothetical situation. Example: If I were a bird, I would fly to you soon. Rule 27: Use the structure "If + Present Indefinite Tense" in the if-clause and "will + base form of the verb" in the principal clause to express a future consequence. Example: If you walk slowly, you will miss the train. Rule 28: Use the if-clause with "If + Past Indefinite Tense" and "could, would, might" in the principal clause when expressing a past possibility. Example: If she requested, I would go. Rule 29: Use the if-clause with "If + Past Perfect Tense" and "would have/could have/might have" in the principal clause to express a past hypothetical situation. Example: If the thief had seen the policeman, he would have run away. Rule 30: Use the perfect conditional structure "Had + Subject + Past Participle" in the if-clause and "would have/could have/might have + past participle" in the principal clause to express a past unreal condition. Example: Had I the wings of a dove, how soon I would have met you again. Rule 31: Use "since" and "for" followed by a specific time duration to form sentences in the Present Perfect Continuous Tense. Example: It has been raining for two hours. Rule 32: Use plural verbs after adjectives that start with "The." Example: The rich are not always happy. Rule 33: Use the Future Indefinite Tense after time expressions like "tomorrow," "next day," "latter," etc. Example: The next day will be a holiday. Rule 34: Use the past participle form of the verb after verbs like "have," "get," "want," etc., when followed by an objective (noun/pronoun). Example: I get my hair dressed. Rule 35: In a compound sentence, use the past tense in both clauses. Example: He came and visited me. Rule 36: In a complex sentence, use the past tense in both the main and subordinate clauses. Example: I knew it was expensive. Rule 37: Use a plural verb when the subject of a sentence with "there" is plural. Example: There are ten boys. Rule 38: Use a singular verb when a collective noun (like "twenty miles") refers to a single unit. Example: Twenty miles is not a long distance. Rule 39: "Beside" means "at the side of" or "next to," while "besides" means "as well as" or "in addition to." Examples: There is a tree beside the river. He has none to help him besides you. Rule 40: Use "between" when referring to two items or people and "among" when referring to more than two items or people. Examples: He divided his money between his wife and his daughter. Divide the mangoes among the boys. Rule 41: Use "since" with a point of time (e.g., since Sunday) and "for" with a period of time (e.g., for a week). When using "since," the tense in the main clause should match with "since," and when using "for," use the past tense. Examples: It has been raining since Sunday last. He begins English from today. I have not seen him for a week. Rule 42: Use plural verbs after subjects connected by "and." If the subject consists of "and" followed by a singular noun, use "no" or "not" to make the subject negative, and use a singular verb. Examples: Rahim and Karim are two brothers. Only girls and no boy are guilty. Rule 43: Use singular verbs when the subject consists of a singular noun followed by "and" and another singular noun. Examples: The Chairman and Headmaster of the school is coming. Bread and butter is my favorite food. Rule 44: Indefinite subjects such as "any one," "either," "neither," "anything," "each," "everyone," "everything," "no one," "nothing," "whatever," and "whoever" take singular verbs. When referring to "all," "any," or "some," use plural verbs. Examples: The first two problems are very difficult, but the rest are easy. Either of these buses goes past the university. Every pupil has a book. Each boy was wicked. Rule 45: Use singular verbs when the subject consists of "each" or "every" followed by "and" and another singular noun. Examples: Each boy and each girl was present in the prize-giving ceremony. Every man, woman, and child was affected by the recent flood. Rule 46: When the subject consists of a singular subject followed by "or," "nor," "either...or," or "neither...nor," use singular verbs. Examples: Rahim or Karim has been present in the meeting. Either Rahim or Karim was present in the meeting. Neither Rahim nor Karim is guilty. Rule 47: When the subject consists of a singular subject followed by "or," "nor," "either...or," or "neither...nor," and the subject contains both singular and plural elements, use a plural verb. Examples: Nice or her friends have insulted the gentleman. Neither Fahmida nor her colleagues were hurt. Rule 48: When the subject contains different persons (e.g., first person, second person) connected by "or," "nor," "either...or," or "neither...nor," use the verb form that matches the first person mentioned. Examples: Either he or I have done this. Neither you nor he is to blame. Either you or he or I shall go to the market. Rule 49: When subjects consist of a combination of the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd person (e.g., you, he, and I), use a plural verb form. The formula "231 (2nd 3rd 1st)" indicates the order of persons in the subject. In cases where the formula is "123 (1st 2nd 3rd)," use the verb in its plural form. Examples: You, he, and I are close friends. I, you, and he are guilty. Rule 50: When dealing with collective nouns, use singular verbs. However, when referring to groups within a collective noun, use plural verbs. Collective nouns refer to groups as a single entity, while plural verbs emphasize the individual members within the group. Examples: The jury consists of five persons. The jury were divided in their opinions. The committee has agreed to take a unanimous decision. The committee are divided in respect of details. Rule 51: Some nouns remain the same in both singular and plural forms, such as "deer," "sheep," "piece," "public," "dozen," "score," "thousand," etc. Examples: I have five deer (not deers). I have five thousand (not thousands) taka. Rule 52: Collective and group nouns can take both singular and plural verbs. If the emphasis is on the group acting as one entity, use a singular verb. If the focus is on the individual members within the group, use a plural verb. Examples: The police are watching the house. The cattle are grazing in the field. Rule 53: Some nouns like "wages," "news," "physics," "politics," "gallows," etc., always take singular verbs. Examples: Physics is my favorite subject. Ill-news runs apace. The wages of sin is true. Rule 54: When you have a subject that is a noun followed by "but" and then another noun, use a singular verb. However, if you have "more than one" followed by a singular noun, use a singular verb. If you have "more than two" or "more than three" followed by a plural noun, use a plural verb. Examples: More than one boy is guilty. More than five scholars have participated in the writing ceremony. Rule 55: When using phrases like "as well as," "with," and "together with," the verb should agree with the subject that comes before them, which is typically the singular noun. If the subject before these phrases is singular, the verb should also be singular. If the subject before these phrases is plural, the verb should be plural. Examples: The Chairman with all the members of his council was present in the meeting. Rahim, together with some of his bosom friends, has come here. Sapon, as well as Ripon, deserves praise. Rule 56: When using correlative conjunctions like "Not only... but also," the verb should agree with the subject that follows "not only." If that subject is singular, the verb should be singular; if it's plural, the verb should be plural. Examples: Not only Rahim but also his friends are watching the television. The objective is not only to identify the problem but also to solve it. Rule 57: When using relative pronouns, the verb should agree with the antecedent (the noun to which the relative pronoun refers) in terms of number and person. Examples: It is I who am to blame. You who are my friend should stand by me. This is the boy who is my friend. Rule 58: When using pronouns like "anybody," "everybody," "anyone," "everyone," and "each," they are considered singular and should take singular pronouns like "his" or "her." Examples: Anybody can do this if he likes. Everyone likes to have his way. Each of the boys will do his duty. One should do one's duty. Rule 59: When using comparative structures with "than" or "as," the case of the pronoun should match the case of the pronoun in the other part of the comparison, and the verb should agree accordingly. Examples: She is smaller than I (am). I like you better than he (likes you). Rule 60: When dealing with nouns preceded by "many a" or "many an," use a singular noun form, and the verb should also be in the singular form. When using "a great many," "a good many," or "too many," use the plural form of the noun and the verb in its plural form. Examples: Many a boy is dull of hearing. Many an orphan was begging from door to door. A great many boys were absent from the class. Too many cooks spoil the broth. Rule 61: Some nouns are always plural in form but may refer to a single object or concept. For these nouns, use a plural verb form. Examples: The shirts need (not needs) cleaning. Smallpox has (not have) broken out there. Your new glasses are (not is) very nice. Here are some examples of always plural nouns: Pair nouns: bellows, scissors, glasses, spectacles Articles of dress: trousers, drawers, breeches, shorts Names of diseases: mumps (but not smallpox, measles) Names of games: billiards Other nouns: ashes, alms, assets, annals, fetters, proceeds, aborigines, thanks, tidings, vegetables, belongings, goods, clothes, congratulations, earnings, particulars, premises, riches, surroundings, etc. Rule 62: Some nouns are always singular in form, even though they may refer to multiple objects or concepts. For these nouns, use a singular verb form. Examples: He gave me much abuse (not abuses) for no fault. My house is full of new furniture (not furniture’s). He gave me all the information (not information’s). Here are some examples of always singular in form nouns: abuse, alphabet, furniture, information, issue, offspring, poetry, scenery Rule 63: When using "before," "after," and "when" in sentences, "before" and "when" are used with past perfect tense, while "after" is used with simple past tense. Examples: The patient died after the doctor had come. The patient had died before the doctor came. I had done the job when the manager came. Rule 64: When using "hardly" and "scarcely," these words are followed by "had" and indicate that an event occurred immediately after another event. Examples: Hardly had we reached the station when the train left. Scarcely had we started when it began to rain. Rule 65: The definite article "the" is used before nation and race (RvwZ). Additionally, "the" is used with road, street, and avenue. However, "the" is not used with English (as a language). Examples: The English are intelligent and industrious. English is an international language. I have a fine piano. The shirt is bought from KDA Avenue. He was born on Larkana Road. Rule 66: "Across" and "through" have different meanings: "Across" typically suggests movement from one side to another, often implying a surface or boundary that is crossed. Example: He walked across (not through) the ice. "Through" suggests movement within or along a medium or space, often indicating penetration or passage from one end to another. Example: He drove through (not across) several towns. Rule 67: Adverbs modify verbs, adjectives, and other adverbs. Adjectives modify nouns or pronouns. Ensure proper use of adverbs and adjectives to maintain correct sentence structure. Examples: We will have to think quickly (not quick). I don’t remember him very well (not good). It is terribly (not terrible) cold today. The curry is very badly (not bad) cooked. They are playing unusually (not usual) fast. Rule 68: "Affect" is a verb that means to influence or produce a change in something, typically an action or feeling. "Effect" is a noun that refers to the result or outcome of an action. Examples: The war seriously affected petrol prices. The war had a serious effect on petrol prices. Rule 69: "Ago" is used to indicate a specific time in the past, counting back from the present. "Before" is used with past perfect tense to indicate a time before another past event. Examples: I met that woman in Dhaka three years ago (not before). When I was talking, I found out that I had been at school with her husband ten years before (not ago). Rule 70: "Along" is used as a preposition to describe movement alongside something, such as a road, river, corridor, or line. "Through" indicates movement within or penetration through something. Examples: I saw her running along the road (not through). This train goes straight through (not along) Dhaka. Rule 71: "Appear" and "seem" are used to describe subjective impressions or feelings about something. Use "appear" or "seem" based on whether the speaker is describing an objective fact or their own perception or feeling. Examples: The baby seems/appears hungry. She does not want to go on with studying: It seems (not appear) a pity. Rule 72: Use "at," "in," and "on" to indicate different time expressions: "At" is used for specific clock times: I usually get up at six o'clock. "At" is also used for weekends: What did you do at the weekend? "In" is used for parts of the day: I work best in the morning. "In" is used for longer periods: I was born in March in 1990. "On" is used for specific days: I will ring you on Tuesday. "On" is used for public holidays: Come and see on Friday. "At" is used for specifying exact times within the hour: I was born in 1971 in January on Sunday at 2:00. Rule 73: Use "at," "in," and "on" with places: "In" is used for countries, states, provinces, cities, and rooms: We live in the United States in North Carolina in Jacksonville on the east coast on New River at 2600 River Road. "On" is used for streets, addresses, coasts, buildings, rivers, parks, ships, cars, trains, boats, and places: We live on River Road. Rule 74: "Due to" and "owing to" are used interchangeably to mean "because of" or "caused by." Use them when followed by a verb "to be." Examples: Due to/owing to the bad weather, the match was canceled. His success was due to (not owing to) his mother. Rule 75: "Lay" is a regular verb used to mean putting something down carefully or flat. Its forms are "lay," "laid," "lain." Examples: I laid the papers on the table. "Lie" is an irregular verb used to mean saying things that are not true. Its forms are "lie," "lied," "lied." Examples: You lied to me when you said you loved me. Rule 76: "Like" is a preposition used with nouns or pronouns. "As" is a conjunction used to introduce clauses. Examples: You look like (not as) your sister. Nobody knows her as (not like) I do. Rule 77: "Neither...nor" is used to express a negative idea. Both parts should agree in number with a singular verb when applicable. Examples: I neither smoke nor drink. The film was neither well made nor well acted. Rule 78: "Either...or" is used for making a choice between two options. Examples: You can either have tea or coffee. I don’t speak either French or German. Either you will leave this house, or I will call the police. Rule 79: "Both...and" is used for parallel structures. Ensure balance in parallel structures. Examples: She's both pretty and clever (adjectives). I spoke to both her director and her secretary (nouns). She both dances and sings (verbs). Rule 80: Some verbs and phrases have specific prepositions that should be used. Here are some examples: Don’t believe (not in) her. We had better discuss (not about) your fraud plan. When I entered (not into) the room, everybody stopped talking. Your brother lacks (not of) wit. She married (not with) her friend. The child does not resemble (not to) either of its parents. The train is now approaching (not to) London Paddington. Rule 81: Use "whether" or "if" for indirect yes/no questions. Both can be used, but "whether" is more formal. Examples: I am not sure whether/if I will have time. We discussed whether/if we should close the shop (after a verb). I have not settled the question of whether/if I will go back home (after a preposition). They cannot decide whether/if to get married now or wait (before "to" + infinitive). Rule 82: Use the present form of verbs with time expressions such as "everyday, always, never, every, something, often, regularly, usually, now and then." Examples: Rahim goes (not went / has gone) to school every day. He never tells (not tell) a lie. It very often rains (not rain) here in April. He regularly appears (not appear) on television. Rule 83: "Used to" is followed by the base form of a verb, while "be used to" is followed by a gerund form. Examples: She used to get up early. She was used to getting up early. Rule 84: Some verbs are followed by the infinitive "to." Examples include "agree, decide, need, intend, seem, tend, ask, refuse, promise." Examples: They didn’t plan to buy (not buying) a car. We demand to know (not knowing) our status. Rule 85: Use the "-ing" form of verbs with certain verbs like "admit, complete, deny, delay, enjoy, discuss, consider, avoid." Examples: She is considering not going (not to go). I miss watching (not to watch) the news when I am traveling. Rule 86: Some phrasal verbs are followed by the "-ing" form, including "approve of, don’t mind, look forward to, get through, keep on, insist on, forget about." Examples: I have been looking forward to meeting (not to meet) you. Rule 87: Use the future indefinite tense with time expressions such as "tomorrow, the next day, next week, in the future, in the long run, in the course of time, next year." Examples: He will come to his village next year. The boy will be a great poet in the course of time. Rule 88: When or while introducing a past continuous action, use past continuous for the action in progress and past simple for the interrupting action. Examples: I was reading a book when he came in. The boy fell down while he was running. Rule 89: "Each other" is used for two people, while "one another" is used for more than two. Examples: The two boys quarreled with each other. The three women quarreled with one another. Rule 90: "A number of," "a large number of," and "a lot of" take plural verbs. Examples: A number of boys have seen the principal. A lot of books have been damaged. Rule 91: Words like "half," "part," "rest of," "three-fourths," and "two-thirds" are followed by a singular noun when referring to one thing but a plural noun when referring to multiple things. Examples: Half of the egg is rotten. The rest of the book is dull. Half of the milk was spilled by the child. Three-fourths of the students have taken the examination. Rules of using Parts of Speech Rule 1: To form a noun from an adjective, replace the adjective in parentheses with the corresponding noun form. Examples: (Honest) is the best policy. → Honesty is the best policy. (walk) is good exercise. → Walking is a good exercise. Rule 2: Add an article or a preposition as needed before a noun to make the sentence grammatically correct. Examples: He has done –(duty) for him. → He has done a duty for him. Rule 3: Insert an adjective before a noun if it is required to provide context or make the sentence meaningful. Examples: They have bought a beautiful—(gift) for their friends. → They have bought a beautiful gift for their friends. Rule 4: Include an article, adjective, or preposition as necessary before a noun to complete the sentence. Examples: He believes in – (work) for the development of the country. → He believes in working for the development of the country. You cannot prosper in life without -- (work) hard. → You cannot prosper in life without working hard. The purpose of --- (read) history is different. → The purpose of reading history is different. Rule 5: Combine some common words (some, any, few, a few, little, many, more, much, only, every, each, no) with a noun as needed to convey the intended meaning. Examples: He has done many – (job). → He has done many jobs. Rule 6: Utilize an article followed by an adjective if the context requires it before a noun. Examples: A good--- (decide) is the pre-condition of success. → A good decision is the pre-condition of success. Rule 7: Add a verb or preposition as necessary to form a complete sentence with a noun. Examples: He has--- (believe) God always. → He has belief in God always. Or. He has believed God always. → He has believed in God always. Rule 8: Replace the verb in parentheses with the appropriate verb form or tense to make the sentence grammatically correct. Examples: She (go) to school every day. → She goes to school every day. They (study) for their exams all night. → They studied for their exams all night. Rule 9: Adjust the verb tense or form to match the subject and context of the sentence. Examples: He (run) faster than his friend. → He runs faster than his friend. She (read) the book yesterday. → She read the book yesterday. Rule 10: Ensure that the verb agrees in tense and form with the subject and the rest of the sentence. Examples: The cat (chase) the mouse. → The cat chases the mouse. The students (be) excited about the field trip. → The students are excited about the field trip. Rule 11: Change the verb form to match the intended meaning and tense of the sentence. Examples: I (have) a dog when I was a child. → I had a dog when I was a child. He (play) the piano very well. → He plays the piano very well. Rule 12: Correctly conjugate the verb based on the subject and tense required in the sentence. Examples: We (be) late for the meeting. → We are late for the meeting. She (sing) beautifully. → She sings beautifully. Rule 13: Adjust the verb tense to reflect the time frame and context of the sentence. Examples: He (eat) breakfast every morning. → He eats breakfast every morning. They (visit) the museum last weekend. → They visited the museum last weekend. Rule 14: Modify the verb form to match the subject and complete the sentence accurately. Examples: The team (win) the championship last year. → The team won the championship last year. She (dance) gracefully on the stage. → She dances gracefully on the stage. More Rules: 1) Article Usage: When an article precedes a gap, an adjective usually fills the gap. Rule: Article + Gap = Adjective Example 1: There lived a [wise] king in India. Example 2: She found an [old] book in the library. Example 3: I bought a [red] car yesterday. Example 4: He wants to be a [successful] actor. Example 5: We saw an [amazing] performance last night. 2) Article + Adjective + Noun: If an article and adjective precede a gap, the gap is usually filled with a past participle or present participle. Rule: Article + Adjective + Gap = Past Participle or Present Participle Example 1: I saw a nice [colored] sari at New market. Example 2: I have a beautiful [painted] picture hung on the wall. Example 3: He wore a [torn] shirt to the party. Example 4: She had an [exhausted] look on her face. Example 5: They found an [abandoned] house in the woods. 3) Preposition + Noun: When a preposition precedes a gap, and a noun follows the gap, the gap is typically filled with an "-ing" verb. Rule: Preposition + Gap + Noun = "-ing" Verb Example 1: I am interested in [listening] to music. Example 2: The children are fond of [eating] sweets. Example 3: She apologized for [interrupting] the conversation. Example 4: They are excited about [going] on vacation. Example 5: He is responsible for [maintaining] the garden. 4) Be Verb + Prepositional Phrase: After a "be" verb and a prepositional phrase, the gap is usually filled with an adjective. Rule: Be Verb + Prepositional Phrase + Gap = Adjective Example 1: Mr. Mofiz is [good] at English. Example 2: They are [afraid] of snakes. Example 3: She feels [comfortable] in her new home. Example 4: The room smells [fresh] after cleaning. Example 5: The cake tastes [delicious] with chocolate frosting. 5) Sensory Verbs: Certain verbs (look, seem, grow, taste, remain, sound, appear, turn, become, heap) are typically followed by adjectives. Rule: Sensory Verb + Gap = Adjective Example 1: The baby looks [nice]. Example 2: The soup tastes [delicious]. Example 3: The weather has turned [cold]. Example 4: Her singing sounds [beautiful]. Example 5: The situation seems [hopeless]. 6) Object-less Verbs: When a verb lacks an object and is followed by a gap, the gap can be filled with a noun, adjective, or adverb. Rule: Object-less Verb + Gap = Noun/Adjective/Adverb Example 1: We learn [English]. Example 2: He runs [fast]. Example 3: She learns [swimming]. Example 4: He reads [perfectly]. Example 5: They laugh [loudly]. 7) Be Verb + Adjective: After a "be" verb and an adjective, the gap is usually filled with an adverb. Rule: Be Verb + Adjective + Gap = Adverb Example 1: My father’s idea was [fully] right. Example 2: Her performance was [exceptionally] good. Example 3: The movie was [surprisingly] entertaining. Example 4: The food was [absolutely] delicious. Example 5: The room is [extremely] tidy. 8) Definite Article + Noun: When a definite article precedes a gap and a noun follows it, the gap is typically filled with the superlative form of an adjective. Rule: Definite Article + Gap + Noun = Superlative Adjective Example 1: Mr. Rana is the [wisest] man in the locality. Example 2: This is the [tallest] building in town. Example 3: She is the [best] student in her class. Example 4: It was the [strongest] earthquake ever recorded. Example 5: That was the [most beautiful] sunset I've ever seen. 9) Specific Verbs + Infinitive: Verbs like help, mind, feel, and certain phrases like "with a view to" are typically followed by a suitable verb in its infinitive form with "to." Rule: Specific Verb/Phrase + Gap = Infinitive Verb with "to" Example 1: I can’t help [going] to my sister’s house. Example 2: He doesn't mind [helping] others. Example 3: She looks forward to [meeting] her friend. Example 4: They are here with a view to [discuss] the project. Example 5: She confessed to [stealing] the cookies. 10) Inverted Sentences: When a sentence starts with something other than the subject and later includes the subject and the main verb, the first verb is often followed by an "-ing" verb. Rule: Inverted Sentence + Gap = "-ing" Verb Example 1: [Practicing] in the High court, Mr. Kalam is happy. Example 2: [Studying] hard, she passed the exam. Example 3: [Working] tirelessly, the team achieved success. Example 4: [Hiking] in the mountains, they found peace. Example 5: [Traveling] around the world, he gained valuable experiences. 11) Quantifiers with Plural Nouns: Phrases like "one of the," "many of the," and "most of the" are followed by plural nouns. Rule: [Quantifier] + Gap = Plural Noun Example 1: Karim is one of the brilliant [students] of the school. Example 2: Many of the [boys] are playing in the field. Example 3: Most of the [books] have been borrowed. Example 4: One of the [options] is correct. Example 5: Many of the [guests] arrived early. 12) "Most of the" with Countable Nouns: When "most of the" is followed by a gap, the gap is typically filled with the plural form of a countable noun. Rule: Most of the [Gap] = Plural Noun Example 1: Most of the [students] were present in the class. Example 2: Most of the [time] he remains busy. Example 3: Most of the [apples] were ripe. Example 4: Most of the [cars] were parked outside. Example 5: Most of the [employees] attended the meeting. 13) Have, Has, Had + Gap: After "have," "has," or "had," followed by a gap, the gap is typically filled with a noun or object. Rule: [Have/Has/Had] + Gap = Noun/Object Example 1: He has a [problem]. Example 2: Rana has [peace of mind]. Example 3: I had [a lot of questions]. Example 4: She has [a good sense of humor]. Example 5: They had [a wonderful experience]. 14) Not Only... But Also: In "not only... but also" constructions, both parts are followed by a gap that fills in the sentence. These gaps often require a verb form. Rule: Not only [Gap], but also [Gap] Example 1: He is [not only] honest, but also [kind]. Example 2: Not only [did] my father [agree], but also [I] [supported] the idea. Example 3: She [not only] plays the piano [beautifully], but also [sings] [wonderfully]. Example 4: Not only [is] he [intelligent], but also [he is] [hardworking]. Example 5: They [not only] visited the museum [yesterday], but also [enjoyed] the art [exhibition]. 15) Gap Before Adjective and After Preposition: When there's a gap before an adjective and after a preposition, the gap is often filled with the appropriate preposition. Rule: Preposition + Gap + Adjective Example 1: Fahim is good [in] administration. Example 2: Karim is in good health [in]. Example 3: She is skilled [at] swimming. Example 4: They are interested [in] sports. Example 5: The cake is rich [with] chocolate. 16) Verb + Gap + Article/ Noun Phrase: If there's a verb before a gap and an article or noun phrase after it, the gap is filled with a preposition. Rule: Verb + Gap + Article/Noun Phrase = Preposition Example 1: She is [in] a good position. Example 2: Karim is [in] good health. Example 3: The book is [on] the table. Example 4: They are [at] the library. Example 5: He is [with] a group of friends. 17) Sentence Start with Gap + Noun Phrase/Article: If a sentence starts with a gap, followed by a noun phrase or article, the gap is often filled with a preposition. Rule: Gap + Noun Phrase/Article = Preposition Example 1: [In] a poorest condition, [the] man struggled to survive. Example 2: [With] the sun high in the sky, [the] children played outside. Example 3: [In] times of trouble, [the] community comes together. Example 4: [Under] the moonlight, [the] lake shimmered beautifully. Example 5: [On] a cold winter morning, [the] town woke up to snow. 18) Gap Between Full Sentences: When there's a gap between two full sentences, a conjunction is often used to connect them. Rule: Sentence + Gap + Sentence = Conjunction Example 1: I went to Barishal, [and] my friends met me. Example 2: She finished her work early, [so] she could relax. Example 3: We studied hard for the exam, [but] the questions were difficult. Example 4: He loves playing soccer, [and] his brother enjoys basketball. Example 5: She woke up late, [but] she still made it to the meeting on time. 19) Gap at the Start of a Sentence: When there's a gap at the beginning of a sentence followed by an article or noun phrase, the gap is often filled with a preposition. Rule: Gap + Article/Noun Phrase = Preposition Example 1: [In] a poorest condition, [the] man struggled to survive. Example 2: [With] the sun high in the sky, [the] children played outside. Example 3: [Under] the moonlight, [the] lake shimmered beautifully. Example 4: [On] a cold winter morning, [the] town woke up to snow. Example 5: [From] a distance, [the] mountains looked majestic. 20) Gap Between Full Sentences with Conjunction: When there's a gap between two full sentences with a conjunction, the conjunction is used to connect them. Rule: Sentence + Conjunction + Gap + Sentence Example 1: I went to Barishal [and] my friend met me. Example 2: She finished her work early [so] she could relax. Example 3: We studied hard for the exam [but] the questions were difficult. Example 4: He loves playing soccer [and] his brother enjoys basketball. Example 5: She woke up late [but] she still made it to the meeting on time. 21) Gap with a Noun Before or After: When there's a gap with a noun on either side, a conjunction is often used to connect them. Rule: Noun + Gap + Noun = Conjunction Example 1: Jony [and] Rony took the decision last. Example 2: The cat [and] the dog played together. Example 3: The book [or] the movie will be your prize. Example 4: The teacher [or] the student can answer this. Example 5: The pen [but] not the pencil is on the desk. 22) Gap Between Two Clauses: When there's a gap between two clauses, a conjunction is used to connect them. Rule: Clause + Gap + Clause = Conjunction Example 1: He has well done the job [and] got the reward. Example 2: She works hard [so] she can achieve her goals. Example 3: We can go to the park [if] the weather is nice. Example 4: They practiced daily [until] they mastered the skill. Example 5: I enjoy reading [while] I travel to work. 23) Subject-Verb Agreement (Singular): When the subject is singular, the verb should also be singular. Rule: The [Noun] of his [Noun] [Verb] [Singular]. Example 1: The [color] of his [eyes] [is] blue. Example 2: The [book] on the table [is] red. Example 3: The [sound] in the room [is] loud. Example 4: The [fact] about her [was] true. Example 5: The [news] from the reporter [was] shocking. 24) Subject-Verb Agreement (Third Person Singular): When the subject is third person singular, the verb should end in -s or -es. Rule: [Noun] [Verb-s] to [Place]. Example 1: She [goes] to school. Example 2: He [plays] football in the park. Example 3: It [rains] in the rainy season. Example 4: She [works] in the office. Example 5: He [studies] at the library. 25) For/Since + Time: When "for" or "since" is followed by a gap with a mention of time, it often indicates the use of the present perfect continuous tense. Rule: [For/Since] [Gap] Example 1: He has been [reading] since morning. Example 2: She has been [working] for hours. Example 3: They have been [studying] for days. Example 4: We have been [waiting] for hours. Example 5: I have been [practicing] since last month. 26) To Be + Verb-ing: After forms of "be" (am, is, are, was, were, has been, have been, will be), the gap is typically filled with a verb in the "-ing" form. Rule: [To Be] [Verb-ing] Example 1: They are [doing] the job. Example 2: He has been [living] here for six months. Example 3: She is [painting] the walls. Example 4: I will be [traveling] next week. Example 5: It was [raining] heavily. 27) Verb + Adjective: When the sentence starts with a verb and is followed by an adjective, the gap is often filled with an adverb. Rule: [Verb] [Adjective] to [Verb] Example 1: She is [unhappy] to live in a small family. Example 2: He is [eager] to help others. Example 3: They are [excited] to visit the museum. Example 4: I am [anxious] to hear the news. Example 5: He is [happy] to see you. 28) Have/Has/Had + Been + Past Participle: When "have," "has," or "had" is followed by "been" and a gap, the gap is typically filled with a past participle. Rule: [Have/Has/Had] [Been] [Past Participle] Example 1: The letters were [written] by her yesterday. Example 2: The report has been [approved] by the manager. Example 3: The cake had been [eaten] by the time we arrived. Example 4: The document has been [signed] and sent. Example 5: The work had been [completed] before the deadline. 29) Have/Has/Had + Noun: After "have," "has," or "had," followed by a gap, the gap is typically filled with a noun. Rule: [Have/Has/Had] [Gap] = Noun Example 1: He has [some qualities]. Example 2: She had [a bag of chocolates]. Example 3: They have [no idea]. Example 4: We had [a great time]. Example 5: He has [a lot of money]. 30) Prepositions + Verb-ing: After prepositions (in, on, of, for, from, by, without), the gap is often filled with a verb in the "-ing" form. Rule: [Preposition] [Verb-ing] Example 1: She is skilled [in speaking] English. Example 2: They are interested [in learning] new skills. Example 3: He succeeded [by working] hard. Example 4: She left [without saying] goodbye. Example 5: We met [for discussing] the project. 31) Gerunds After "Being," "Been," "To Be," "Having": After "being," "been," "to be," or "having," the gap is often filled with a verb in its past participle form. Rule: [Being/Been/To Be/Having] [Past Participle] Example 1: Having [finished] the work, he left the office. Example 2: Being [exhausted], she decided to rest. Example 3: To be [recognized] as a leader is his goal. Example 4: Having [eaten] breakfast, they went to school. Example 5: Being [informed] about the situation, they took action. 32) Have/Has/Had + Noun/Object: After "have," "has," or "had," followed by a gap, the gap is typically filled with a noun or object. Rule: [Have/Has/Had] [Gap] = Noun/Object Example 1: Rana has [some qualities]. Example 2: She had [a bag of chocolates]. Example 3: They have [no idea]. Example 4: We had [a great time]. Example 5: He has [a lot of money]. 33) Subject + Verb + Object + Gap + Adjective: When the sentence structure is subject + verb + object + gap, the gap is often filled with an adjective. Rule: [Subject] [Verb] [Object] [Gap] [Adjective] Example 1: She loves me [sincerely]. Example 2: He paints the walls [beautifully]. Example 3: They sent me [flowers]. Example 4: We found the place [fascinating]. Example 5: He plays the guitar [amazingly]. 34) Subject + Verb + Object + Gap + Noun: After the subject + verb + object structure, a gap followed by another noun is common. Rule: [Subject] [Verb] [Object] [Gap] [Noun] Example 1: She sent me [flowers]. Example 2: He wrote [letters]. Example 3: They played [music]. Example 4: We heard [news]. Example 5: I need [help]. 35) Verb + Object + Gap: When the sentence starts with a verb followed by an object and a gap, the gap is often filled with a gerund (verb + ing). Rule: [Verb] [Object] [Gap] Example 1: He started [working] immediately. Example 2: She enjoys [reading] novels. Example 3: They hate [cleaning] the house. Example 4: We love [playing] basketball. Example 5: I practice [singing] every day. 36) Subject + Gap + Verb-ing: If the sentence structure starts with the subject, followed by a gap and a verb ending with -ing, the gap should be filled with a gerund (verb + ing). Rule: [Subject] [Gap] [Verb-ing] Example 1: The people [living] in the midst of poverty are the worst victims of natural disasters. Example 2: Children [playing] in the park are having fun. Example 3: The students [studying] in the library are quiet. Example 4: People [working] in the office seem busy. Example 5: The workers [repairing] the road are making progress. 37) Possessive + Noun: After a possessive form (my, your, his, her, its, our, their) followed by a gap, a noun typically follows. Rule: [Possessive] [Gap] = Noun Example 1: My [father]. Example 2: Their [mother]. Example 3: Our [friend]. Example 4: His [book]. Example 5: Her [cat]. 38) Preposition (With/For/By) + Gap: When "with," "for," or "by" is followed by a gap, a suitable noun or phrase is added to complete the sentence. Rule: [Preposition (With/For/By)] [Gap] Example 1: I did it [with confidence]. Example 2: She went [for a walk]. Example 3: He succeeded [by working hard]. Example 4: They celebrated [with enthusiasm]. Example 5: I communicated [for clarity]. 39) Adjective Before Noun: When there's an adjective before a noun and a gap, a preposition is often used. Rule: [Adjective] [Gap] [Preposition] Example 1: She is good [in administration]. Example 2: They are interested [in science]. Example 3: He is skilled [at cooking]. Example 4: She is experienced [in marketing]. Example 5: He is passionate [about music]. 40) Noun as Subject and Object: Nouns can serve as both subjects and objects in sentences. Rule: [Noun] [Verb] [Noun]. Example 1: [The book] [is] [on the table]. Example 2: [The car] [hit] [the wall]. Example 3: [The cat] [chased] [the mouse]. Example 4: [The student] [studied] [hard]. Example 5: [The river] [flows] [swiftly]. 41) Preposition + Gap: Some prepositions are followed by gaps, which are typically filled with nouns, phrases, or clauses. Rule: [Preposition] [Gap]. Example 1: I did it [with confidence]. Example 2: She went [for a walk]. Example 3: He succeeded [by working hard]. Example 4: They celebrated [with enthusiasm]. Example 5: I communicated [for clarity]. 42) "The" + Noun: When "the" is followed by a noun, the noun typically follows. Rule: [The] [Noun]. Example 1: [The possibility] [of success] is sure. Example 2: [The answer] [to the question] is unknown. Example 3: [The quality] [of the product] is excellent. Example 4: [The key] [to the door] is lost. Example 5: [The result] [of the experiment] is positive. 43) Verb + Adjective: After certain verbs like "feel," "become," "get," "look," the gap is typically filled with an adjective. Rule: [Verb] [Adjective]. Example 1: The people look [happy]. Example 2: She feels [nervous] about the exam. Example 3: He became [angry] after the argument. Example 4: They got [excited] about the news. Example 5: I look [forward] to meeting you. 44) Have/Has/Had + Object + Verb Past Participle: After "have," "has," or "had" followed by an object and a gap, the gap is typically filled with a past participle. Rule: [Have/Has/Had] [Object] [Gap]. Example 1: I got the work [done] by him. Example 2: She had the dress [washed] yesterday. Example 3: They have their car [repaired] regularly. Example 4: He had his house [painted] last week. Example 5: We will have the document [signed] tomorrow. 45) Double Prepositions: When two prepositions are present in a sentence, the gap is typically filled with a noun. Rule: [In] [Gap] [Of] [Noun]. Example 1: I have done it [in favor] [of my friend]. Example 2: She is [in charge] [of the project]. Example 3: He is [in search] [of his keys]. Example 4: We are [in need] [of assistance]. Example 5: They are [in favor] [of the proposal]. 46) Kept/Started + Verb-ing: After "kept" or "started," the gap is typically filled with a verb in the "-ing" form. Rule: [Kept/Started] [Verb-ing]. Example 1: He kept [writing]. Example 2: She started [running]. Example 3: They kept [talking]. Example 4: We started [dancing]. Example 5: I kept [reading]. 47) Subject + Verb-ing + Object: In sentences where the subject is followed by a verb in the "-ing" form and an object, the gap is typically filled with an adverb. Rule: [Subject] [Verb-ing] [Object] [Gap] [Adverb]. Example 1: He came [running] [hurriedly]. Example 2: She went [cycling] [quickly]. Example 3: They played [music] [loudly]. Example 4: We laughed [heartily] [together]. Example 5: I walked [home] [slowly]. 48) Future Indefinite Tense with Time References: When time references like "tomorrow," "the next day," or "later" are present, the future indefinite tense is used. Rule: [Time Reference] [Verb] [Future Indefinite Tense]. Example 1: [The next day] [will be] [a holiday]. Example 2: [Tomorrow] [they will] [arrive]. Example 3: [Later] [she will] [call]. Example 4: [Next week] [we will] [meet]. Example 5: [In the evening] [he will] [visit]. 49) Gerund as Subject or Object: A gerund (verb + -ing) can function as both the subject and object of a sentence. Rule: [Gerund] [is] [a good exercise]. Example 1: [Swimming] [is] [a good exercise]. Example 2: [Dancing] [makes] [her happy]. Example 3: [Running] [is] [healthy]. Example 4: [Singing] [brings] [joy]. Example 5: [Cooking] [takes] [time]. 50) Adjective Before Noun Affecting Verb Agreement: When an adjective precedes a noun, and it affects the subject-verb agreement, the verb may become plural. Rule: [Adjective] [Noun] [Verb] [Plural]. Example 1: [The pious] [are] [happy]. Example 2: [The dedicated] [work] [hard]. Example 3: [The curious] [ask] [questions]. Example 4: [The brave] [defend] [their country]. Example 5: [The ambitious] [pursue] [their goals].

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UNIVERSITY ADMISSION Grammar Previous Quetions DU ENGLISH QUESTIONS Dhaka University Admission Tests- English Questions A (Ka)UNIT DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 Read the following passage and answer the questions below (1-6) Recently, significant problems regarding energy use have emerged. Enormous amounts of pollutants are being emitted from power plants, factories, and automobiles, which are worsening the condition of the earth. This environmental degradation is a dear result of acid rain, increased levels of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere, and other forms of air pollution. Acid rain and air pollution, for instance, are devastating forests, crops, and lakes over wide areas all over the world. Since the 1950s, carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere have increased by 13%, setting the stage for global warming. As atmospheric temperature rise, grain output may significantly decrease, making it more difficult for farmers to keep pace with the growth of population. In urban areas, air pollution is taking a toll on the buildings and human health. To reduce the amount of environmental damage in cities, developed countries- have devised technology to control the harmful emissions. However, as these countries already have an abundance of vehicles that continue to grow in number, the efficacy of these measures is diminished. Since cars and other vehicles create more air pollution than any other human activity, the most effective means to reduce pollution is to decrease the number of vehicles. A major shift away from automobile usage in urban areas may be possible with the aid of urban planning. 1. The passage is about: A)The role of pollutants in increasing air pollution all over the world. ✔ A)Hazardous effects of air pollution and the role of urban planners in improving living conditions. B)The devastating effect of acid rain on forest resources, crops and water bodies. C)The extensive use of cars and vehicles is diminishing the growth of a risk-free society. 2. The word ‘pollutants’ in the passage is a/an A) adjective B) adverb C) verb D) noun ✔ 3. The word ’emitted’ can be replaced by: A) engaged B) discharged C) derived ✔ D) reduced 4. What happens with the increase in the atmospheric temperature? A) The weather becomes very pleasant. B) It causes flooding in urban areas D) Crop production is reduced D) Urban areas become overpopulated. ✔ 5. “taking a toll” on the passage means: A) being expensive B) causing a barrier C) causing damage ✔ D) ringing a bell 6. An antonym of ‘efficacy’ is: A) Uselessness ✔ B) representation C) reproduction D) efficiency DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 7. The correct spelling is: A) Intuishon B) intusion C) intution D) intuition ✔ 8. Since I——for our lunch, I——-to attract the waiter’s attention. A) Paid, tried ✔ B) paid, will be trying C) pay, tried D) was paying, tried 9. We——-a cat, but one day it just disappeared. A) would have B) have C) used to have ✔ D) do have 10. I—–at six o’clock, but——to be up by five. A) normally get up—–I have sometime B) normally get up ——sometimes I have ✔ C) get normally up——sometimes D) get normally up —— I sometime have 11. The antonym of “sporadic” is – A) occasional B) intermittent C) frequent ✔ D) isolated DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 12. “Illuminate” means A) deviant B) brighten ✔ C) illegal D) deceptive 13. When—— here? A) have you get B) did you get ✔ C) you get D) had you get 14. Why ——-return the money? A) you did not B) you C) did you not ✔ D) you did’t 15. High school students should not be——- as being immature or naive. A) helped B) directed C) taught D) categorized ✔ 16. Albert Einstein’s Theory of Relativity——–the foundation of the possibility of time travel. A) Will lay B) laying C) laid ✔ D) lay DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 17. Although the telescope——–into space in 1990, its inception was almost a half-century earlier. A) launched B) launching C) was launched ✔ D) launch C 18. There is still no way to wholly escape——-the effects on the layers of gases enveloping the earth. A) in B) of C) from ✔ D) at C 19. The 32,000-word novel ‘The Time Machine’——H.G. Wells, popularized time travel. A) into B) of C) by ✔ D) in 20. The U.S. Congress restored the Medal of Honor was first presented in 1965 to a woman—–name few of us have heard. A) which B)who C) whose ✔ D)whom 21. Dr Mary Edwards Walker was a surgeon, soldier, ——fighter for women’s rights. A) With B. and ✔ C) of D) also 22. Because of discrimination——-women, she was required to work as a nurse rather than a doctor. A) for B) of C) against ✔ D) with 23. A good teacher is one who can help his/her student——errors in their work and suggest ways to—– them. A) identify/rectify ✔ B) commit, overcome C) find, resist D) eliminate, perpetuate 24. We need to do more to——– the poor flood victims. A) reach out to B) live up to C) put up with D) make up for ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 25. In some countries, much of the natural environment has been transformed——– farmland —–a subsequent loss of species richness. A) out of, along with B) into, with ✔ C) into, as a result of D) away from, resulting from 26. Students should learn, in an environment——-pressure and with the freedom to choose what they want to learn. A) soaked in B) deprived of C) devoid of ✔ D) regardless of 27. We have to——-our political differences and come together to ——a joint fight against poverty and corruption. A) cover, venture ✔ B) rise over, pull off C) mend, prevail D) transcend, lead 28. Teaching can be a tough job, particularly when you have to ——aggressive and unruly students. A) cope on B) deal with ✔ C) handle to D) work out 29. ———the importance of zoos as tourist attractions, until recently there has been little research to investigate the nature, attitudes and motivations of zoo visitors. A) Despite ✔ B) Although C) In spite D) Given 30. I haven’t been feeling very well—– A) of late B) not long ago C) currently D) by now ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 Read the passage and answer questions 1-5: Cats are carnivorous mammals of the family Felidae. They cannot chew their food, and their teeth are adapted to stab, anchor, and cut flesh. All cats except the cheetah have strong, sharp, retractile claws. They are not adapted for long chases but prowl their prey on padded feet and try to overwhelm it in short dash or pounce. Big cats roam over a large area, usually alone but sometimes in family groups, for example, a pride of lions can contain as many as 37 individuals. Cats generally are nocturnal animals, the retina of their eyes made extra sensitive to light by a layer of guanine, which causes the eyes to shine in the dark. Tigers are largest of the cats. They are identified by their characteristic striped coat. They inhabit forests and grasslands in Asia where populations have suffered from haunting, deforestation, and demand for tiger parts in traditional medicine. 1. Cats are carnivorous, but human beings are (A) herbivorous ✔ (B) omnivorous (C) farinaceous (D) cadaverous 2. The synonym of ‘prowl’ is (A) dive (B) chase (C) ornate (D) stalk ✔ 3. ‘Cats are nocturnal animals’ means (A) cats have predatory eyesight (B) cats are sensitive to smell (C) cats haunt during daytime (D) cats are active at night ✔ 4. A group of lions is called ‘pride of lions’, what is a group of dogs called? (A) a pack of dogs ✔ (B) a colony of dogs (C) a flock of dogs (D) a cluster of dogs 5. ‘retractile claws’ in the passage means (A) claws the are extra sharp (B) claws that can change shape (C) claws that can move inwards ✔ (D) claws that are sensitive to feelings DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 6. Choose the correct spelling (a) indegenus (b) indigeneous (c) Indigenous ✔ (d) indigeneous 7. The synonym of ’embellish’ is (a) adorn ✔ (b) shock (c) impoverish (d) destroy 8. The verb of ‘beauty’ is (a) beautician ✔ (b) beautify (c) beautiful (d) beautification 9. The idiom ‘let things slide’ means (a) ignore ✔ (b) lose gradually (c) reveal a secret (d) set free 10. Why is the poet so sad to see the daffodils in ‘The Daffodils’? (a)The poet is sad because the flowers have not bloomed fully. (b)The poet is sad because winter will come soon. (c) The poet is sad because the flowers remind him of his own death. ✔ (d) The poet is sad because flowers bring very hot weather. DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 11. The correct translation of `রবিবার হইতে বৃষ্টি হইতাছিলো” (a) It was raining from Sunday. (b) It has been raining from Sunday. (c) It had been raining since Sunday. ✔ (d) It rained since Sunday. 12. The word ‘constraint’ means (a) freedom (b) limitation ✔ (c) plentiful (d) endless 13. The word ‘desperation’ is a/an (a) adjective (b) verb (c) adverb (d) noun ✔ 14. Why were the daffodils in Wordsworth’s ‘I Wandered Lonely as a Cloud’ dancing? (A) The poet was daydreaming. (B) The flowers had cheerful company. (C) The sea waves beside them had gone wild (D) There was a strong wind. ✔ 15. The expression ‘to look after’ means (a) to take care ✔ (b) to follow (c) to imitate (d) to gaze DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 16. The antonym of ‘stubborn’ is (A) agreeable ✔ (B) obstinate (C) difficult (D) irritable 17. What is the meaning of the expression “bottom of my heart”? (A)close to my heart (B) core of my heart ✔ (C) lower part of my heart (D)close to my liver Questions 18-27: Fill in the blank/blanks: 18. He —– prefers—–speak very little. (a) doesn’t, to (b) himself, to ✔ (c) himself, for (d) does, for 19. It —- heavily when he—up. (a) has snowed, woke (b) snows, wake (c) was snowing, woke ✔ (d) is snowing, wakes 20. Misuse of — energy has—-destruction. (a) solar. shown (b) renewable, increase (c) nuclear, cause (d) atomic, wreaked ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 21. There is — milk in the bottle. (a) very few (b) any (c) very little ✔ (d) many 22. I have —– him to give—–smoking. (a) said, up (b) talked, for (c) told, up ✔ (d) told, in 23. The groom arrived at the community centre exactly—–time. (a) in (b) for (c) by (d) on ✔ 24. He hates—-kept—– (a) to be, waiting ✔ (b) being kept, wait (c) to be, to wait (d) to, waiting 25. I’d like——information, please. (a) an (b) some ✔ (c) few (d) piece DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 26. Yoga is——a good exercise for—–breathing. (a) taken, controlling (b) treated, considerable (c) not, slowly (d) considered, controlling ✔ 27. A man—–by a speeding bus while he was crossing the road. (a) was run over ✔ (b) was run down (c) had been run (d) has been run over Questions 28-30: Choose the correct sentence: 28. Choose the correct sentence: (a) It is you who is to pay. (b) It is you who are to leave. ✔ (c) It is you who is late. (d) It is you who has won the prize. 29. Choose the correct sentence: (a) He suspicioned that something wrong. (b) He suspicious that something is wrong. (c) He suspected that something was wrong. ✔ (d) He suspect that something is wrong. 30. Choose the correct sentence: (a) The jury are arguing among themselves. ✔ (b)The jury is arguing among themselves. (c)The jury has argued among themselves. (d)The jury has been arguing among themselves. DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Read the passage and answer Questions 1 to 5: A coral reef is a flower garden of stone, growing like a wall or like a tower from the depths and filled with the most confusing and most colourful varieties of life. The colours are beautiful, especially in the shallow region down to sixty feet, where some of the red and yellow light of the sun’s rays still penetrates. But most corals are greenish, brown, bluish or yellow. Coral reefs offer shelter and food to thousands of creatures. The wanner the climate, the greater the variety of species there is. In the tropics, it is easier to find, in one place, ten different species than ten specimens of the same species; and a coral reef provides ample proof of that rule. Living conditions are most favourable so that many forms are able to develop and survive in their struggle for existence. 1. A coral reef is a. beautiful park ✔ b. a stone wall c. a watch tower d. a rock formation in the sea 2. The word “shallow” in the second sentence means a. very distant b. very deep ✔ c. not very deep d. cold 3. In the tropics a. the climate is warm ✔ b. shelter and food are easy to find c. many subjects are discussed d. it is quite cold 4. The word “ample” in the sixth sentence is an adjective. The noun-form of it is a . amplifier b. amplitude c. amply d. amplify ✔ 5. The main subject of the passage is a. The beauty of a coral reef b. The correlation of climate and life c. The struggle for existence ✔ d. The colours of a coral reef DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Questions 6-15: Choose the correct options 6. ————that life began billions of years ago in the water. a. In the belief b. It is believed ✔ c. the belief d. Believing 7. The government has introduced——– a. a children’s clothes tax b. a tax on children clothes ✔ c. a children cloths tax d. a tax on children’s clothes 8. The most important chemical catalyst on the planet is chlorophyll, ——carbon dioxide and water react to form carbohydrates. a. whose presence b. which is present c. presenting d. in the presence of which ✔ 9. An image on a national flag can symbolize political ideas that——-express. a. take many words otherwise would b. would take to many otherwise words c. many words to take otherwise d. would otherwise take many words to ✔ 10. Had I been in your situation,——–the offer. a. I would not accept b. I would accept c. 1 had accepted d. I would have accepted ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 11. ———-chair the meeting. a. Karim was decided to b. There was decided that Karim should c. It was decided that Karim should ✔ d. Karim had been decided to 12. She———-from flu when she was interviewed. a. has been suffering b. suffered c. had suffered d. had been suffering ✔ 13. Next month I———–John for 20 years. a. know b. will have known ✔ c. am knowing d. will have been knowing 14. I——-happy to see him, but I didn’t have time. a. will have been b. would be c. will be d. would have been ✔ 15. The traffic lights——green and I pulled away. a. gone b. got c. moved d. went ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Questions 16-17: Choose the correct meaning (if the following idioms: 16. “The job was not plain-sailing.” a The job was difficult to get b. The job was not easy to do. ✔ c. The job was not sailing a ship. d. The job was easy to do. 17. “Leave no stone unturned.” a Heavy stone b. Rare stone c. Impossible d. Try every possible means ✔ Questions 18-19: Choose the correct translation: 18. আমি আম পছন্দ করি a. I like mango b. I would like a mango c. I like mangoes ✔ d I like the mango 19. তারা সাগরের কাছে একটি কুটিরে বাস করত। a. They lived in a but closed to sea b. They lived in a but close by sea c. They lived in a but close to the sea ✔ d. They lived in a but close with the sea Questions 20-23: Fill in the blanks: 20. I came home after the rain————— a. stopped b. stop c was stop d. had stopped ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 21. Seeing is——-(believe) a. to believe b. how to believe c. believing ✔ d. believed 22. I do not know —— a. where does he live b. where is he live c. where he does live d. where he lives ✔ 23. I notified——I had changed my address. a. with the bank that b. the bank that ✔ c. that d. to the bank that 24. What is the meaning of the expression “bottom line”? a. The final step b. The end of a road Aid c. The last line of a book d. The essential point ✔ 25. Which one is the correct spelling? a. Acomodation b. Accommodation ✔ c. Acommodation d. Acomoddation DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 26. The antonym of “prosperity” is a. diversity b. adversity ✔ c. property d. posterity 27. The synonym of “brittle” is a. soft b. tough c. strong d. fragile ✔ 28. By workin hard, you can prosper. Here “working” is a- a. Participle b. Verbal Noun c. Gerund ✔ d. Infinitive 29. The noun form “grand” is a. grandness ✔ b. grandsome c. grandeur d. grand 30. Which one is the correct sentence? a. The man that said that was a fool b. The man who said that was a fool ✔ c. The man which said that was a fool d. The man whom said that was a fool DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Read the following text and answer questions (1-5). It is not only diet and lifestyle that make you obese. There is another factor that lies in your part of DNA called the gene that may influence the shape of your body. A study has recently revealed that genes may play a role in regulating body shape. The effect of genes may be stronger for women than for men. Scientists have found gene variations linked to obesity and fat, which explain why some people are apple-shaped and some are pear-shaped. Previous studies found that when we store fat in our bodies it can affect our health. More fat around the waist is linked with an increased risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease while having a fat posterior and thighs may offer some protection against diabetes and heart disease. Experts have opined that in most cases obesity, is caused by “unhealthy diet and lifestyle and that tackling obesity is challenging. However, recent developments in genetics will enable more targeted approaches to obesity prevention and to the invention of new drugs. 1. The main subject of the text is (A) The effects of fruits on the human body (B) The challenges of facing genetic disorders (C) The role of genes in making people overweight (D) The role of genes in maintaining our figure ✔ 2. The antonym of “discovery” is (A)concealment ✔ (B) disclosure (C) enclosure (D) ascertainment 3. The adjective of “prevention” is (A) prevent (B) preventable (C) preventive ✔ (D) preventing 4. “experts have opined” means (A) according to scientists’ discovery (B) according to experts imagination (C) according to the views of experts ✔ (D) according to experts study 5. A “study” refers to (A) a reading room (B) a book (C) a library (D) a research ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Choose the correct options (6-15): 6. The police questioned each witness in——- (A) return (B) order (C) turn ✔ (D) silence 7. Our thoughts——–on the missing students. (A) based (B) centred ✔ (C) imposed (D) depended 8. The new airport should be fully operational——the end of the year. (A) since (B) till (C) by ✔ (D) in 9. Neither Sufia nor I——–capable of solving the problem. (A) are (B) were (C) am ✔ (D) is 10. The player isn’t fat;———, he’s quite skinny. (A) in any case (B) by rights ✔ (C) in practice (D) on the contrary DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 11. It was so embarrassing. The Bride——– (A) attended the wedding (B) got married (C) wore an expensive sari (D) fell asleep during the ceremony ✔ 12. The———of a camel was found lying by the side of the canal. (A) corpse ✔ (B) corset (C) corps (D) casket NB: If carcass were an option, the right answer would be a carcass. 13. ——–Mr. Forbes will be able to regain control of the company. (A) With hard only work (B) In spite of his hard work (C) Only if he works hardly (D) Only with hard work ✔ 14. The discovery of penicillin was a——-discovery (A) sensory (B) sensible (C) sensational ✔ (D) sensitive 15. For those who suffer——nerves, the remedy lies——perfect rest. (A) for, with (B) from, in ✔ (C) of, to (D) at, into DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Choose the correct meaning of the following idioms (16-17)): 16. “To wash one’s dirty linen in public” (A) to quarrel in the open (B) to do some ugly work in public ✔ (C) to wash one’s clothes in the open (D) to suffer from shortage of water 17. “To smell a rat” (A) to smell a bad smell (B) to suspect a trick or deceit ✔ (C) to misunderstand (D) to fall sick Identify the one underlined word or phrase that would not be acceptable in standard English (18-20) 18. Writers (A) like (B) William Shakespeare and Edgar Allan Poe are not (C) only prolific but too (D) ✔ interesting. 19. News (A) of Charles Lindbergh’s famous transatlantic flight in 1927 spread (B) rapidly despite of (C) ✔ the lack of an (D) international communication system. 20. At the rate the clerks Were processing (A) the applications, Rahim figured that it will (B) ✔ take four hours for his (C) to be reviewed (D) DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Identify the correct sentence (21-22) 21. Identify the correct sentence (A) One of the problem’s are extremely easy to solve. (B) One of the problem is extremely easy to solve. (C) One of the problems is extremely easy to solve.✔ (D) One of the problem are extremely easy to solve. 22. Identify the correct sentence (A) Jamal was born in 13 April in 1992 (B) Jamal was born on 13 April in 1992 ✔ (C) Jamal was born on April 13 on 1992 (D) Jamal was born in 13 April on 1992 Choose the correct synonyms of the words given in 23-24: 23. PENSIVE (A) costly (B) thoughtful ✔ (C) spoiled (D) written 24. INDIGNATION (A) humiliation (B) anger ✔ (C) lacking dignity (D) none 25. The word ‘subterfuge’ means (A) subtlety (B) cunning (C) simplicity (D) trickery ✔ DU A-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 26. The correct translation of “গাছে এখনও ফল ধরে নাই” is (A)The tree has not yet borne fruit ✔ (B) The tree has not caught any fruit (C) The tree cannot bear fruit (D)The tree has not given any fruit 27. “Mutation” is a process (A) in which due to genetic changes new forms of structures are developed ✔ (B)when a person is unable to speak because of facial paralysis (C)when people refuse to obey orders (D) in Which the body is damaged severely 28. In English if two different words have the same spelling and pronunciation they are called (A) synonyms (B) homographs (C) homophones (D) homonyms ✔ 29. The antonym of ‘desolate’ is (A)populous ✔ (B) isolated (C) abandoned (D) disfigured 30. The verb of “hallucination” is (A) hallucinatory (B) hallucinogen (C) hallucine (D) hallucinate ✔ Helvetica Light is an easy-to-read font, with tall and narrow letters, that works well on almost every site. B (Kha)UNIT DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST ENGLISH 2015-16 1. Which of the following words best replaces ‘revealed’ in the sentence: Studies have revealed that infections are associated with cancers. A. found ✔ B. warned C. emphasized D. told 2. ‘No man is an island’. What does this proverb mean? A. Everyone should always be prepared B. It is best to do everything on time C. Everyone needs help from other people ✔ D. Your own home is the most comfortable place to live in 3. Choose appropriate articles. (Questions 3-4): One of Akbar’s most vigorous opponents during his lifetime had been — outstanding scholar, Sheikh Ahmed, and like Akbar, he was also venerated as — Perfect Man by his own disciples. A. the, the B. an, a ✔ C. an, the D. the, a 4. Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Memorial Museum stands as — symbol not only of the greatest moments in our history but also as evidence of the darkest moment in — history of this land, A. the, a B. a, no article C. a, the ✔ D. the, no article Read the passage below and answer questions 5-9: Vultures are not careful about what they eat. This makes them vulnerable to eating meat that could be toxic. The consequence often is the death of these birds. That is one reason why these birds are not widely seen in Bangladesh anymore. The other is that the trees which vultures perch on have also been disappearing from the land. The net result is the birds are not present throughout the country in the numbers in which they were viewed a generation, or even a decade, ago. 5. A suitable title for the passage would be: A. Birds of Bangladesh B. Food habits of Vultures C. Disappearing Trees D. Disappearing Vultures of Bangladesh ✔ 6. The net result’ is closest in meaning to which of the following words that have also been used in the passage: A. Consequence ✔ B. perch C. generation D. reason 7. An antonym for ‘toxic’ is: A. deadly B. fatal C. contaminating D. harmless ✔ 8. A ‘decade’ is the same as: A. twelve years B. ten years ✔ C. twenty years D. thirty years 9. Widely’ used in the passage is a/an: A. adjective B. adverb ✔ C. participle D. gerund Fill in the blanks with suitable word/s (Questions 10-18): 10. Since the island soil has been barren for so many years, the islanders must — much of their food. A. deliver B. import ✔ C. produce D. utilize 11. Make sure you read all the — carefully before setting up the device. A. packaging B. papers C. instructions ✔ D. Files 12. After the governor’s third overseas trip, voters complained that he was paying too little attention to — affairs. A. foreign B. domestic ✔ C. professional D. intellectual 13. Pinocchio is hungry and looks for an egg to cook — an omelette; but, to his surprise, the omelette flies out of the window. A. his own self B. itself C. oneself D. himself ✔ 14. Nature finds ways to ensure the survival of — . A. the fittest ✔ B. the fitters C. the fitting D. the fits 15. — Pohela Boishakh, there is a festive mood all — the country. A. at, over B. in, across C. since, across D. on, over ✔ 16. — did Kamal realize that there was a danger. A. Upon entering the bank B. When he entered the bank C. Only after entering the bank ✔ D. After he had entered the bank 17. ‘Rose’ is often used as—for beauty or the beautiful. A. a metaphor B. parallel C. collocation D. euphemism ✔ 18. He is hardworking and — A. I am so B. so I am C. so am I ✔ D. I too am 19. Which word is spelt correctly? A. concensus B. hiararchy C. medieval ✔ D. prossession 20. The word ‘Vegetarian’ refers to A. plants ✔ B. animals C. mammals D. carnivores 21. Which of the following is a form of ‘die’? A. dryad B. dye C. dying ✔ D. dieing 22. Find a synonym for the word ‘vigorous’ from the options given below: A. Important and necessary B. shaping and quivering C. strong and energetic ✔ D. harmful and dangerous 23. Choose the correct passive sentence: A. The meeting is to be reschedule B. The meeting is to be rescheduled ✔ C. The meeting is to rescheduled D. The meeting to be rescheduled 24. We must discourage people — throwing trash in public places. A. for B. from ✔ C. into D. into 25. “মিনা বললো যে, সে অসুস্থ” The correct translation of this sentence is: A. Meena told that she has been ill. B. Meena said that she is ill. C. Meena said that she was ill. ✔ D. Meena told that she was ill. DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2014-2015 Answer questions (1-6) based on the following passage. The first shock that I received had nothing to do with the stone figures I had come to see. It was the sight of the island itself that filled me with astonishment. It was so barren: there were no trees, and it was apparent that scarcely any ground was good enough to support crops. Yet nobody looked hungry or unhappy! The second shock left me in a state of wonder. Many people have indeed seen photographs of the enormous stone figures, but the pictures show single statues or groups of only three or four. What I now discovered was that there are hundreds; they are all over the island. The greatest concentration of the figures is near the eastern tip. Here lies the quarry from which the stone was taken. 1. Which sentence is true? A.Many statues were spread all over the island. ✔ B.There was only single or small groups of statues. C.All statues were near the eastern tip of the island. D.The photographs gave a clear idea about the statues. 2. What was the result of the writer’s second shock? A. He was baffled. B. He was delighted. C. He was disappointed. D. He was amazed ✔ 3. In the passage “quarry” means. A. the place where the statues were made. B. a track. C. the place from where the stone was dug out. ✔ D. the hunted animal. 4. The word “apparent” means A. uncertain B. confusing C. obvious ✔ D. surprising 5. What surprised the writer at first? A. The stone figures B. The size of the statues C. The island itself ✔ D. The quarry 6. Why was the writer astonished by the fact that the island was barren? A. a barren island could produce so many statues B. nobody looked unhappy or hungry ✔ C. the soil was fertile but no crops were grown D. There was a stone quarry DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2014-2015 7. To “catch off guard” means A. to neglect the duty B. to get someone when he/she is careless ✔ C. to be on guard D. to substitute a guard 8. In the poem “Ozymandias”, the phrase “king of kings” is an example of A. exaggeration ✔ B. irony C. sarcasm D. humour 9. his convincing argument, the project was not approved. A. Although B. However C. Despite ✔ D. In spite 10. In Robert Herrick’s poem “To Daffodils” human life is compared with A. summer’s rain. B. morning’s dew. C. spring. D. all three(A,B ,C ) ✔ DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2014-2015 11. He wanted nobody to know the treasure was hidden. A. except him, what B. but himself, where ✔ C. else, which D. and him, when 12. The universities have opened recently,__________ A. aren’t they B. hasn’t they C. haven’t they ✔ D. weren’t they 13. The word “fabricate” is nearest in meaning to A. manufacture ✔ B. demolish C. refresh D. arrange 14. Several new diseases in the recent years. A. grown up B. have come up ✔ C. have discovered D. Have found DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2014-2015 15. Hamidur Rahman to make the of the Shaheed Minar. A. had a responsibility, foundation B. was asked, selection C. had, construction D. was assigned, design ✔ 16. Control, Sabah! Everything is fine, so don’t start crying A. yourself ✔ B. you C. me D. herself 17. Rahim is one___ superstitious people I know. A. much B. very much C. of the more D. of the most ✔ 18. ——pair of socks ——too small for me. A. This, is ✔ B. These, are C. These, is D. This, are 19. All my efforts to bring about a compromise ended——smoke. A. with B. in ✔ C. off D. through DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2014-2015 20. When……Penicillin? A. did Fleming invent ✔ B. Fleming invented C. Fleming invents D. has Fleming invented 21. We went to Rajshahi last month to see the house where we____in the 1960s. A. Will live B. live C. would live D. used to live ✔ 22. While the man………in the field, suddenly a dog came and…….him. A. was, bite B. was working, bit ✔ C. worked, bitten D. was working, bite 23. We…..to Dhaka in 1994 and…….here since then. A. came, lived B. came, were living C. came, have been living ✔ D. came, had lived 24. Choose the appropriate translation of “তুমি আমাকে এটিই আগে দিতে পারলে ভাল হত। ” A It would have better if you could give it to me earlier C. It could have better if you could give it earlier C .It should have better if you gave it to me earlier D. Giving it to me earlier should have been better. ✔ 25. The weather is____ gloomier today than it was yesterday. A. more B. more than C. very D. much ✔ DU B UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2013-2014 Answer questions 1-5 based on the following passage. Academically, Asian students are outperforming their American counterparts on all levels. However, as adults, we are finding ourselves falling short in the area of creativity and the ability to influence others, and the successful people are those who can know to influence others. This is an area that is emphasized in a Western upbringing. In the West, children are taught to question authority by asking why, something which is not encouraged in Asian culture. At the same time, I think the Western emphasis on creativity may have gone too far. On the other hand, in Asia, there is too much emphasis on memorization and drilling. I find that my Asia students in law school have trouble coming up with creative ideas. Ideally, we should take the best from both worlds. 1. To explain the relationship between upbringing and student performance the writer has a.provided a dictionary meaning of upbringing. b.given statistics of student performance. c. used logic to reach a conclusion d. compared and contrasted students of two different cultures. ✔ 2. The word ‘outperform’ means a. to achieve b. to fall short c. to surpass ✔ d. to produce 3. The aim of the writer is to persuade the reader that a. the Western way of upbringing is superior to the Asian ways. b. he most effective upbringing is the Asian way. c. Western children are brighter than Asian children. d. both ways of upbringing have advantages and disadvantages. ✔ 4. Which is a criticism of Western upbringing made by the writer? a. There is not enough respect for authority. b. There is too much stress on creativity. ✔ c. There is not enough memorization. d. There is a shortfall of discipline. 5. The phrase ‘on the other hand’ is used to signal that the writer will a. conclude the text. b. present the opposite point of view. ✔ c. give an example. d. elaborate the previous point DU B UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2013-2014 6. The woman was someone might recognize her. a. afraid so b. afraid about c. afraid that ✔ d. afraid with 7. An “apple of discord” means a. a beautiful object b. an object of dispute ✔ c. a favourite thing d. a delicious fruit 8. The noun of ‘predict’ is a. prediction ✔ b. predicted c. predictable d. predicting 9. Iron for weapons and tools in the Bronze Age. a. was generally used ✔ b. is generally used c. used d. generally used 10. A snake can eat and digest animals much larger than a. it b. itself ✔ c. it has d. its DU B UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2013-2014 11. Of the two boys, Latif is intelligent. a. most b. more ✔ c. as d. far 12. They have tried but failed, a. haven’t they ✔ b. aren’t they c. didn’t they d. don’t they 13. of his obstinacy, we could not reach any conclusion. a. Full b. Much c. Great deal d. Because ✔ 14. respect your point of view, I cannot agree. a. Much as I ✔ b. As much I c. I also d. so much as I 15. Choose the mis-matched pair. a. immune, protected b. nervous, disturbed c. neurotic, stable ✔ d. net, mesh DU B UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2013-2014 16. She went__the big gate__the prison__the road. a. through, of, into ✔ b. into, by, to c. across, inside, over d. by, to, on 17. Choose the appropriate translation of “আমি তোমার জায়গায় হলে ঝুঁকিটি নিতাম না।” a. If I were you I could not have taken the risk. b. Was I you I would not take the risk. c.If I was you, I would not take the risk. d. If I were in your shoes, would not have taken the risk. ✔ 18. In “Jerry” the writer says that when she gave Jerry some candy and apples he a. smiled in gratitude. b. thanked her. c. just looked at her. ✔ d. did some extra work. 19. Choose the correct spelling. a. Inacessibility b. Inaccissibility c. Inaccessebility d. Inaccessibility ✔ 20. The word ‘ingenious’ means a. deceptive b. skilful ✔ c. simple d. complicated 21. The synonym of ‘commemorate’ is a. overlook b. memorize c. observe ✔ d. assert 22. The antonym of ‘assail’ is a. attack b. prevail c. befriend ✔ d. fly 23. From “I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud” we can infer that the poet saw a. a host of yellow daffodils. b. a large number of daffodils. ✔ c. the milky way and daffodils. d. ten thousand daffodils. 24. My broken ankle is—-me. a. hurting ✔ b. wounding c. paining d. aching 25. You may—- culture shock by getting—-to the new way of life. a. feel, used b. overcome, accustomed ✔ c. get, expose d. need, familiar DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2012-13 Answer questions 1 — 6 based on the following passage. There are some qualities of a sonnet which make it different from other verse forms. Its definite restrictions make it a challenge to the artistry of the poet and call for all the technical skills at the poet’s command. The more or less set rhyme patterns occurring regularly within the short space of fourteen lines afford a pleasant effect” on the ear of the reader and can create truly musical effects. The rigidity of the form precludes too great economy of too great prodigality of words. Emphasis is placed on exactness and perfection of expression. The brevity of form favours concentrated expression of ideas or passion. 1. The word ‘brevity’ means. (a) shortness (b) freedom (c) conciseness ✔ (d) permanence 2. What characteristic of a sonnet can create musical effects? (a) form (B) regular rhyme patterns ✔ (c) suitable words (d) verse form 3. The author’s primary purpose is to (a) identify the characteristics of a sonnet. ✔ (b) contrast different types of sonnets. (c) criticize the limitations of the sonnet. (d) teach readers to compose proper sonnets. 4. The word ‘afford’ means. (a) exaggerate (b) charge (c) able to pay (d) provide ✔ 5. The author’s attitude towards the sonnet form can be best described as one of (a) strong disapprobation (b) effusive enthusiasm. (c) scholarly appreciation. ✔ (d) amused toleration. 6. The adjective of ‘rigidity’ is. (a) rigor (b) rigid ✔ (c) rigorous (d) rigidness DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2012-13 7. It was so dark that the security guard could not see. (a) nobody (b) somebody (c) anyone ✔ (d) none 8. Choose the correct sentence. (a) The children were delighted by the monkeys swinging through the trees. ✔ (b)Swinging of the monkeys through the trees, the children were delighted. (c)The monkeys swinging through the trees, the children were delighted. (d)Because the monkeys swinging through the trees, the children were delighted. 9. the rain, the cricket match was not cancelled. (a) Due to (b) Although (c) Despite of (d) In spite of ✔ 10. The proposal was tentative means, the proposal was. (a) conclusive (b) indefinite ✔ (c) definite (d) timely 11. ——is it difficult——- dispose —— waste? (a) Where, to, for (b) When, for, such (c) Why, with, in – (d) Why, to, of ✔ DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2012-13 12. If I had not intervened at the right moment, Jim arrested. (a) may have been (b) can have been (c) might have been ✔ (d) could have 13. The antonym of ‘dormant’ is. (a) latent (b) active ✔ (c) sluggish (d) torpid. 14. The synonym of ‘pandemonium’ is. (a) order (b) calm (c) commotion✔ (d) peace 15. —is considered a serious crime. (a) Shoplift (b) To shoplifting (c) Shoplifter – (d) Shoplifting ✔ DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2012-13 16. —resigned, we would have been forced to sack him. (a) Had he not ✔ (b) He had (c) Has he (d) If he has not 17. The word ‘amenable’ means —— –. (a) moveable (b) durable (c) agreeable ✔ (d) answerable 18. Frequent____badly____academic progress. (a) closure, affect (b) closures, effects (c) closures, affects ✔ (d) closures, affect 19. The antonym of ‘blasphemous’ is. (a) irreverent (b) respectful ✔ (c) rigid (d) frivolous DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2012-13 20. Some of my relatives have left—Canada—to find jobs. (a) to, expectation (b) for, desire (c) at. wishing (d) for, hoping ✔ 21. I’d —- a blue bedcover—-a green one. (a) prefer, to ✔ (b) like, to (c) prefer, for (d) buy, in 22. What do you—-is the—— cause of air—–? (a) say, chief, pollution (b) consider. primary, scarcity (c) think, main, pollution ✔ (d) count, only, filth 23. Jerry said, “I——the axe ——.” (a) put down, slow – (b) brought down, carelessly ✔ (c)took away, now (d)hit over, powerfully 24. In “I wondered Lonely as a Cloud” Wordsworth companies the daffodils with . (a) the stars of the milky way ✔ (b) the waves (c) the trees (d) the milky way 25. Choose the English translation of “সৌভাগ্যক্রমে পরের বাসে আমি উঠতে পেরেছিলাম। ” (a) Fortunately, I could get on the next bus. ✔ (b) Fortunate I managed the next bus. (c) Luckily I entered the next bus. (d) Luckily I rode the next bus. DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2011-12 Answer questions 1-8 based on the following: Making judgments about people is a common feature of everyday life. We are continually evaluating what others say and do, in comments called for or not, offering criticism and feedback informally to friends and colleagues about their behaviour. Formal, institutional judgments figure prominently in our lives too. For example, people pass driving tests, survive the probationary period in a new job, get promotions at work, succeed at interviews, win Oscars for performances in a film, win medals in driving competitions, and are released from prison for good behaviour. 1. In the passage, we get mainly——types of judgments. a. Two ✔ b. Three c. Four d. Seven 2. According to the passage, judgments are a. Seldom made b. Frequently made ✔ c. Rarely made d. Discouraged 3. ‘figure’ stands for a. Shape b. Number c. Occur d. Picture ✔ 4. ‘the probationary period’ is the—-period. a. Learning b. Trial ✔ c. Leave d. Service 5. ‘evaluating’ means a. Recalling b. Tasting c. Assessing ✔ d. Balancing 6. ‘called for’ refers to a. Asked for ✔ b. Followed c. Begged for d. Summoned 7. ‘feedback’ stands for a. Encouragement b. Opinion ✔ c. Entertainment d. Help 8. The term ‘institutional judgments’ means a. Official judgments ✔ b. Set judgments c. Stereotyped judgments d. Judging institutions DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2011-12 9. Camping—-usually provide facilities—-entertainment. a. Site, for b. Sight, in c. Sites, for ✔ d. Sites, at 10. She took me—the hand, and led me—-the dais. a. At, over b. In, on c. On, from d. By, to ✔ 11. —-there any nursing schools—-Chittagong? a. Is, at b. Are, on c. Was, in d. Are, in ✔ 12. Where—-all the boys a. has, gone b. have, gone ✔ c. did, went d. does, go DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2011-12 13. The players are—-tired—-nervous. a. very, but b. neither, or c. either, or ✔ d. either, nor 14. Choose the English translation of —“তুমি কি কখনো কুয়াকাটা গিয়েছো”? a. Have you ever gone to Kuakata? b. Have you ever gone Kuakata? c. Have you ever been to Kuakata? ✔ d. Did you ever go to Kuakata? 15. Which pair of words is synonymous? a.waste, trash ✔ b. reduce, rubbish c. recycle, destroy d. conserve, consume 16. ‘contaminate’ means a. purify b. pollute ✔ c. corruption d. think DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2011-12 17. Choose the correct sentence: a. his hairs are not straight and curly b.his hair is not straight but curly ✔ c. his hairs are straight and curly d. his hairs are not straight but curly 18. The man—–down silently and—-his food. a. sits, took b. sat, take c. sat, had taken d. sat, took ✔ 19. ‘niche’ means a. surface b. centre c. edge ✔ d. hollow 20. In Shelley’s `Ozymandias’ — ‘frown’, and ‘sneer of cold command’ are seen on— a. the pedestal of the statue b. desert sand c. two trunk-less legs d. shattered visage ✔ DU B-UNIT ADMISSION TEST 2011-12 21. The Taj Mahal is a/an—-monument of the——- a. Indian, 18th b. Indian, 16th c. Moghal, 17th ✔ d. Moghal, 18th 22. The word ‘substantiate’ is a/an——– a. verb ✔ b. adjective c. noun d. adverb 23. He got a —-of land——his village. a. lease, on b. slice, into c. plot, through d. lease, in ✔ 24. One of the____ of globalization is cultural_____ a. effect, shock b. affects, surprise c. effects, assault ✔ d. effect, confusion 25. The team is qualified,_______ ? a. isn’t it ✔ b. wasn’t it c. hasn’t it d. doesn’t it C (Ga)UNIT DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2013-14 Read the following passage and answer question 1-5: The Geographical Indication (GI) Law 2013, the first of its kind in Bangladesh, was enacted in parliament on Tuesday to protect the patent rights of traditional products. ‘Historically, we produce some unique products naturally that others cannot. The law will ensure the exclusive rights of the products,’ said Industries Secretary Mohammad Moinuddin Abdullah. The government has passed the law in compliance with Article-22 of Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights. GI is a name or sign used on certain products to certify that they possess certain qualities because they are made as per traditional methods or enjoy a certain reputation due to their geographical origin. The law will protect the country’s claims to commodities such as hilsa fish, jamdani sari, nakshikantha and fruits, including pineapple and fazli, a variety of mango, said Mahboob Murshed, who is an advocate of the Supreme Court and a legal expert on GI law. This means that the real producers of any particular goods in an area will get the absolute rights to their registered products, he went on to observe, and added that the law will ensure that customers get genuine products. 1. The government passed the GI law in compliance to certify that, a. The products are made according to some random methods and originated from specific geographical location b. The products are made in accordance with a very systematic process and originate from a historical location. c. The products possess superior qualities or enjoy a certain reputation due to their cultural origin. d. The products are made according to some specific methods and their location. e. The products are made according to some traditional methods or have an exclusive reputation and originated from a specific geographical location ✔ 2. GI law will look out for the interest of- a. The government b. The hoarders c. The consumers ✔ d. The importers e. The registered products 3. The GI law will protect our commodities so that other countries cannot- a. claim their rights to the products and also the customers will have access to genuine products ✔ a.claim their access to the products and so that customers also can sell the products. b.deny their authority to the products and the customers will have access to a delivery of products c.demand rights to the products and the customers will strive to buy genuine products d.offer export privileges to the products and also give customers the authority to mass produce the commodities. 4. Who is the authority to pass/approve GI act in Bangladesh? a. The Prime Minister b. The Ministry of Commerce c. The President d. The Parliament ✔ e. The Supreme Court 5. The phrase ‘protect the patent rights of traditional products’ can be explained by which of the following phrase? a.to encourage others to supervise patent rights of traditional products b. to ensure that patent rights of traditional products are safeguarded. ✔ b.to effectively thwart others from securing patent rights of traditional products c.to actualize patent rights of traditional products effectively d.to realize patent rights of traditional products comprehensively. DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2013-14 6. He was happy to be——friends. a. along b. into c. between d. middle of e. among ✔ 7. While going to the class—— a. the dog bit me b. a dog bit me c. a dog bite me d. I was bitten by a dog ✔ e. A dog had bitten me 8. Which one of the following words is spelt incorrectly? a. repercussions b. examplification ✔ c. sausage d. cigarettes e. grammatical 9. The antonym for ‘delicious’ is: a. scrumptious b. displeasing ✔ c. dainty d. toothsome e. appetizing 10. A dolphin—–a porpoise in that it has a longer nose. a. differs b. different from c. differs from ✔ d. different e. differs than DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2013-14 11. The people of Quebec have been considering—-themselves from the rest of Canada. a. to separate b. separating ✔ c. separated d. separate e. to be separated 12. ‘A piece of cake’ means a. A result that is still unclear and can go either way b. A hidden or secret strength c. A task that can be accomplished very easily ✔ d. A very mild punishment e. A kind, innocent and mild mannered person 13. Identify one of the underlined words or phrases that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct: He made me (sit down)/A sit down, and (he was tying)/B ✔ the string of the new (rubber appron)/C tightly around/D my neck, and combined/E combed up my hair. 14. Taking the time to eat a good breakfast is a simple was’ to make the morning—–and the day——- a. easy, easier ✔ b. best, easiest c. ease, easy d. better, easer e. well, at ease 15. What is the synonym for the word ‘indifferent’? a. frank b. not differing c. similar d. unhappy e. apathetic ✔ DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2013-14 16. What is the noun form of the world ‘defer’? a. difference b. deferation c. deferment ✔ d. defomiation e. defermint! 17. Despite the lack of evidence, politicians——blaming the media for violence. a. cannot resist ✔ b. will not have resisted c. may not resist d. should not resist e. do not resist 18. Choose the correct preposition: Do you know the solution —–the economic crisis? a. at b. for c. on d. to e. about ✔ 19. The word ‘off-spring’ means a. Strength b. Winter c. fountain d. Tw ins e. Children ✔ 20. It is high time we—–the people conscious about our national interest. a. should make b. will make c. must make d. have to e. made ✔ DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2013-14 21. What is the adjective form of divide? a. divisible ✔ b. dividable c. diviidible d. divisable e. devisable 22. Let us not—–our past mistakes. a, dwelt b. dwell about c. dwell on ✔ d. dwell e. dwell at Choose the correct sentences (Questions 18-19) 23. a. He will thought that she is leaving for Sylhet. b. He thought that she is left for Sylhet. c. He thinks that she leaving for Sylhet. d. He thinks that she has left for Sylhet: ✔ e. He is thinking that she leaves for Sylhet. 24. a. Mary has been on a diet for three weeks. ✔ b. Mary has been on a diet since three weeks. c. Mary had been on a diet since three weeks. d. Mary was on a diet since weeks. e. Mary is on a diet since three weeks. 25. Find the misspelt word a. asthma b. cholera c. dehydration d. typhoid ✔ e. headache DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 Read the following passage and answer (Questions 1 through 5): Joy Card and Printing Ltd. a local company, made around 4 million SIM Cards since 2011 at its own plant for the country’s mobile phone operators, a testimony to the capability to domestic enterprises. From 2010, the company also supplied 40 million scratch cards, used for recharging balance in mobile phones. This local initiative was able to gain confidence in both national and multinational cell phone companies. Joy. a 200-person strong company with the capacity to produce 2 million SIM cards a month. imports ABS sheet and then installs chips for making the SIM cards. However, the company today is faced with a setback due to poor customer acquisition and the operators’ unwillingness to buy the SIN1 cards from domestic markets. 1. One drawback faced by the company was: A. overproduction B. underproduction of SIM sets C. regulatory problem D. lack of interest in local SIM cards ✔ E. lack of government support 2. ‘Acquisition’ in the passage implies: A. lacking B. loss C. gaining ✔ D. dearth E. want 3. The passage is all about– A. The inefficiency of local mobile markets B. A local mobile film’s experience of SIM production C. The competitive nature of mobile banking D. Lack of government initiative in SIM production ✔ E. The structure of the mobile market in Bangladesh 4. ‘Testimony’ in the passage implies: A. hypothesis B. test case C. evidence ✔ D. glamour E. denial 5. ‘Plant’ in the passage refers to: A. a place on the ground B. something inserted C. a perennial product D. an industrial site ✔ E. a large estate for crops DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 6. Which do you think is the nearest in meaning to ‘proviso’: A. sanction B. substitute C. directive D. supply E. stipulation ✔ 7. Antonym of ‘dogma’ is: A. doctrine B. principle C. tenet D. unbelief ✔ E. rule 8. Synonym of ‘apex’ is: A. base B. zenith ✔ C. bottom D low E. floor 9. ‘To smell a rat’ means: A. to smell a bad smell B. to suspect a trick or deceit ✔ C. to misunderstand D. to have dirty ways E. to be bothersome 10. Antonym of ‘tedious’ is: A. boring B. monotonous C. tiresome D. refreshing ✔ E. dull DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 11. ‘Out and out’ means: A. not at all B. someone from outside C to get out D. to be last E. thoroughly ✔ 12. ‘Pediatric’ relates to the treatment of: A. adults B. women C. old people D. children ✔ E. men Identify one of the underlined words or phrases that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct: 13. Joseph’s story (A) is a (D) clinical portrayal (C) of man as an animal (D) trapped by the fear (E) ✔and hunger. 14. The doctor suggested that the patient——weight. A. should lose B. would lose C. loss D. lose ✔ E. lost 15. Our friends will—— for two nights. A. put us up ✔ B. put us in C. provide us in D. provide us up E. provide after 16. The ozone in the upper layers of Earth’s atmosphere is beneficial,———animal and plant life from dangerous ultraviolet radiation. A. withdrawing B. thwarting C. displacing D. reflecting E. protecting ✔ DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 17. Once the audience began to applaud and laugh at his jokes, Monem felt more—– A. professional B. ambiguous C. uncertain D. relaxed ✔ E. uncomfortable 18. We drove——– the river for an hour——turned north before we reached it. A. to, and B. back. when C. towards, but ✔ D. in, to e. on. so 19. There is—– in one of front teeth. A. a. filing B. a cavity C. decay ✔ D. food E. growth 20. Which one is the correct spelling? A. scaning B. stoped C. dyeing ✔ D. recomend E. buget 21. Which of the following pairs expresses a relationship different from the rest in terms of their parts of speech? A. Convince-Convincing B. Persuade-Persuasive C. Vary-various D. Economize-Economic E. Fame-Famous ✔ DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-2013 22. Synonym of ‘paradox’ is: A. exaggeration B. hyperbole C. contradiction ✔ D. invective E. poetic device Choose the correct sentences (Questions 23 through 25): 23. Choose the correct sentences. A. If I found a bag in the street, I will take it to the police. B. If I found a bag in the street, I would take it to the police. ✔ C. If I found a bag in the street, I took it to the police. D. If I found a bag in the street, I’ll be taking it to the police. E. If I found a bag in the street, I have taken it to the police. 24. Choose the correct sentences. A.He used the phrase you know so often that I finally said, No. I don’t know. B.He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, No, I don’t know. C.He used the phrase you know so often that I finally said. “No, I don’t know.” D. He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, “No, I don’t know,” E. He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, “No I don’t know.” ✔ 25. Choose the correct sentences. A. Why you have done this? B. Why did you have done this? C. Why have you done this? ✔ D. Why you had done this? E. Why did you done this? DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-2012 Answer questions 1-5 based on the following passage: Decentralization is the latest cliché in most of the today’s development literature and stems .mainly recognition that centralized state agencies have been seen to be inefficient in providing services. However, with the growing consensus that appropriate and sustainable social change successful without the decentralization of the economy and policy, more governments of countries are adopting decentralization as a firm policy. However, there is a feeling among social workers that the full implication of decentralization has not been fully worked out, with that process is frequently defective. Even if it was possible to speed up the rate at which information to the center can be passed and processed at the same pace as to me decentralized systems, the fact remains that the quantum of information flowing to and from the center is massive and will therefore require more time, and definitely better management, than it would, if the administration was decentralized. Therefore, it is reasonable to assume that decentralization will greatly benefit the people as the Quality of information will be le: s distorted, for this invariably depends on the distance it has to travel. It, therefore, stands to reason that the centralized systems are likely to receive poorer inflows of Information, resulting in less efficiency than the decentralized, for the geographical, cultural and conceptual distance that separates program managers from the more vulnerable groups is less as this often is what relates the deficiencies in statistical flow in the feedback and information base by the time lags in analysis and response. Centralized management of social services is always, therefore, likely to be less efficient and less responsive to the needs of the vulnerable, mainly because they lack flexibility. To this can be added the general lack of empathy felt for the disadvantaged which is always a danger to the larger system. 1. Which of the following best expresses the author’s purpose in writing this passage? a . to emphasize the need for information. b. to inform the readers about benefits of planning. c. to focus on the advantages of centralization. d. to underscore the importance of decentralization for better management. e. to compare between centralization and decentralization. ✔ 2. The quality of information may be affected when — a. all are put together b. some are presented in tabular form c. distortion takes place because of mobility problems ✔ d. government offices are closed e. flows from one person to another 3. In a centralized system, program managers are- a. given quick feedback without time-lags in analysis and response b. likely to suffer from deficiencies in information flows for time-lags in analysis and response ✔ c. good planners with all statistical flow tithe-lags in ‘analysis and response d. more vulnerable group e. people do not respond properly 4. In a larger system, social services can be provided a. to the disadvantaged group b. more efficiently in a decentralized system c. more efficiently in a decentralized system. ✔ d. without any flexibility e. with the help of a prompt response 5. The title below that best expresses the ideas in the passage is: a. Decentralized Information Flow ✔ b. Centralized information Flow c. Improving Social Services d. Decentralizing Social Services e. Making people aware of information flows Find the correct sentences (questions 6-8) 6. a. She is considering not to going. b, She is considering not to go. c. She is considering not going. ✔ d. She is considering to not go. e. She is considered to not going. DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-2012 7. a. He was too clever not to miss the point. b. He was so clever to miss the point. c. He was to clever too miss the point. d. He was clever to grasp the point. e. He was too clever to miss the point ✔ 8. a. It is I who am responsible for this ✔ b. It is I who is responsible for this c. One of the boys are absent d. The points is happy e. pair of shoes are on the table Choose the best option to replace the underlined part of the sentence (Question 9-10) 9. The widely accepted big bang theory holds that the universe began in an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago and has been expanding ever since. a. that the universe began in an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago and has been expanding. ✔ b. that the universe had begun in an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago and had been expanding. c. that the beginning of the universe was an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago that has expanded d. the beginning of the universe to have been an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago that is expanding e.the universe to have begun in an explosive instant ten to twenty billion years ago and has been expanding. 10. Doctors generally agree that such factors as cigarette smoking, eating rich foods high in fats and alcohol consumption not only do damage by themselves but also aggravate genetic predispositions towards certain diseases. a. not only do damage by themselves but also aggravate ✔ b. do damage by themselves but also are aggravating to c. are damaging by themselves but also are aggravating d. not only do damage by themselves, they are also aggravating to e. are doing damage by themselves, and they are also aggravating DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-2012 Fill in the blanks (questions 11-15) 11. Rihanna was bright but lazy and because of his—–was never promoted. a. novelty b. sloth ✔ c. zeal d. indemnity e. wisdom 12. The change in the organization was so gradual that they seemed almost——. a. hasty b. spontaneous c. imperceptible ✔ d. distorted e. omitted 13. I regret that my remarks seemed—–: I never intended to belittle you. a. short-sighted b. justified c. unassailable d. disparaging ✔ e. adequate 14. When you encounter a new culture, many embarrassing situations occur—–a misunderstanding. a. for because b. because c. because of ✔ d. of e. to 15. The size and shape of a box depend primarily on the function——–intended. a. for which it is ✔ b. which it is c. which it is for d. for which is e. it is to be DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-2012 Find the synonyms of the following (questions 16-20) 16. FURTIVE a. Gallant b. Gullible c. Haughty d. Joyous e. Secret ✔ 17. TRANQUIL a. Insolent b. Angry c. Hostile d. Sagacious e. Calm ✔ 18. DESPISE a. Command b. Infuriate c. Abhor ✔ d. Facilitate e. Fluctuate 19. AUTOGRAPHY a. Graph paper b. Out of graph c. writing about ✔ d. Graphical thing e. Good writing 20. BAD BLOOD a. Wrong blood b. Poisonous Find the c. Enmity ✔ d. Friendship e. Affinity DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-2012 Find out the antonyms of the following (Question No.21-23) 21. DOCILE a. Complex b. Unruly ✔ c. Optimistic d. Fatuous e. Hopeful 22. OMINOUS a. Abundant b. Adept c. Wasteful d. Favourable ✔ e. Formidable 23. NOCTURNAL a. Diurnal ✔ b. Good c. Puny d. Spacious e. Terse Choose the pairs that express a relationship similar to the one expressed by the capitalized pair (questions 24-25) 24. PLAY: ACTS a. Essay: Topics b. Game: Athletes c. Novel: Chapter ✔ d. Poem: Rhymes e. Drama: Actors 25. CAUTION: ACCIDENT a. Radar: Collision ✔ b. Policeman: Criminal c. Worry: Disaster d. Sanitation: Filth e. Carelessness: Plan DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Answer ques. (1-5) based on the following passage Pahela. Baishakh is perhaps the single biggest celebration for the Bangalees. On this morning everybody is happy and relaxed and everybody has a smile on their lips. Greetings are exchanged, gifts given and received, and sweets distributed. Violence and despair do not figure in this day, they are things done away with, and it is only the joy and happiness of the moment that unites the Bengalees. Tragedy and absurdity take leave, to be replaced by hopes and dreams. For are we not what we dream? And on Pahela Baishakh, the Bengalees dream and sing and we are left wondering in a quiet moment by ourselves, how a nation which is so fond of music and songs, which has created and produced amongst the best poets and singers of the world, can stoop to such of moral depravity. It must not be allowed to flourish. On this first day of Bengali New Year, the resolution should be one of unity, of live and compassion, not one of hate and discord. Let us all attempt to rise above our self-seeking selves, to unite together. For once, let us not allow our petty differences to rule our hearts the Bangalees are capable of far better, far superior things as has been proven over and over again. Let us all say on Pahela Baishakh, with determination. “Where the mind is without fear and the head is held high, where knowledge is free, where words come out from the depths of truth – into that heaven of freedom, my Father, let my country awake. 1. According to the writer, the most unifying factor for the Bengalees is: A. The hopes and dreams for a better future B. The joy and happiness of Pahela Baishakh ✔ C. The month of Ramadan and Eid-ul-Fitr D. The petty differences that rule our hearts E. The tragedy and calamity that we are in 2. The writer is making the following statements, except: A. We are self-seekers B. We have petty differences C. We encourage hatred and discord ✔ D. We are capable of better things E. We are a nation that can stoop to moral depravity 3. An apt title for the above passage would be: A. A Day in the Life of Bengalee B. A New Year’s Resolution C. Bengali Culture D. Bangla New Year E. Pahela Baishake-Effect on Bengali Culture ✔ 4. The writer suggests that on Pahela Baisakh Bengalees should do the following, except: A. Exchange greetings and gifts B. Shed violence and despair ✔ C. Spread love and happiness D. share petty difference E. Dream for a better future 5. From the quotation at the end of the passage, we get a picture of the country which is: A. Communist B. Democratic C. Socialist D. Idealistic ✔ E. Anarchist DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Find the correct sentences (question 6-8) 6. A. I still adhere to my plan. ✔ 7. B. The meeting was adjourned for a week. C. He is alarmed for any safety. D. He has been alienated to his friend. E. There is an affinity between two languages. 7. A. He is eligible for the post. ✔ B. No money is due to me from him. C. he deeply engrossed to his studies. D. He is easy to access E. The tiger emerged from the jungle into the open field. 8. A. We stayed for a short period of time in the hotel. B. We stayed for a short period in the hotel. ✔ C.We stayed during a short period in the hotel. D.We were stayed for a short period in the hotel. E.We did stayed for a short period of time in the hotel. Choose the best option(s) to replace the underlined part(s)of the sentence(s)(questions 9-10) 09. If one begins to smoke at an early age, it is likely that he will go on smoking further. A.it is likely that he will go on smoking further. B.he will probably keep smoking more and more C.it is hard to stop him from smoking more D. he is likely to continue smoking ✔ E. he will have a tendency to continue smoking. 10. Ratan maintained that his scholarship record was better or at least as good as hers. A. was better or at least as good as hers B. at its least was as good as hers C. was as good or better than hers. D. was better than or at least as good as hers. ✔ E. was better or at least as good as hers scholastic record. DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Fill in the blanks (question 11-15) 11. Companies often need to recognize their business and marketing —- significant changes in the business environment. A. as a result of B. in terms of C. in support of D. in response to ✔ E. because of 12. It is always —–when you misunderstand the customs of other countries. A. discouraging B. embarrassing ✔ C. peculiar D.singular E. attitude 13. I wish I —- enough time to work. A. have B. have had C. had ✔ D. have not E. have to have 14. Fortune never smiles — the lazy. A. on ✔ B. at C. for D. after E. to 15. In — nothing much happened at the meeting. A. briefly B. a short. C. shortly D. quick E. short ✔ DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 Find the synonyms of the following (Ques. 16-18) 16. ABORTIVE A. fruitful B. successful C. consuming D. unsuccessful ✔ E. miserable 17. VOLATILE A. fluctuating ✔ B. friendly C. temporary D. beautiful E. docile 18. ADULTERATION A. refining B. sanitization C. contamination ✔ D. adulthood E. pessimism Find the antonyms of the following (Ques. 19-21) 19. ALTRUISM A. amity B. base C. selfishness ✔ D. chaos E. concern 20. FALLACIOUS A. safe B. energetic C. diverted D. valid ✔ E. persuasive DU C-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-2011 21. BLUNT A. timid B. fickle C. sharp ✔ D. shallow E. ugly Find the appropriate meanings of the phrases in bold (questions 22-23) 22. White elephant A. an elephant of white colour B. an elephant of black colour C. a boar D. a black marketer E. a very costly and troublesome possession ✔ 23. Maiden speech A. last speech B. early speech C. final speech D. first speech ✔ E. middle speech Choose the pairs that express a relationship similar to the one expressed by the capitalized pair (question 24-25) 24. MASTER: SERVANT A. judge: jury B. capital: labour C. monarch: subject D. landlord: tenant ✔ E. serf: peasant 25. CANDLE: TALLOW A. banana peel B. statue: bronze ✔ C. furniture: polish D. fire: ashes E. temple preacher D(Gha) UNIT DU D Unit English Question Solution 19-20 Dhaka University D Unit English MCQ question amount is 16 and every question marks is 1.25. So total MCQ marks is 25 and other other hand you have to answer 15 marks English written question. Tina is renowned___ her oratory.—–for He was not conversant ___the plan.–with Warning! No unauthorized personnel ______ this point? —-Beyond _____to Barishal by bus yesterday ? —Did Jashim go The dress was designed by ____ famous Italian artist.?– a It is the city ___of the country.? —most populous Who says that you can go ____ the world in eighty days?-around Choose the correct sentence.—The railway will compensate us for the loss. The correct synonym of ‘mediocre is – ordinary The correct antonym of ‘spurious’ is— genuine What is the meaning of the proverb ‘Do not put the cart before the horse”?–-Do things in proper order. What was the most well-known form of money in the past?— coins What is the passage about?—The history of money in human society The passage suggests that…– coins followed the inversion of money How does the passage define money—anything that the use to represent…….. According to the passage…—debit & cash cards newer forms of money DU D-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 Read the following passage carefully and then answer Questions (1-5): A second green revolution is imminent in Asia. It will not be the same as the first one since it will not depend on a few miracle varieties of wheat or rice but on adapting existing seeds to different environmental conditions. This second revolution promises to bring similar benefits though—this time to poor lands and poorer farmers that were not covered by the first green revolution. Such lands are poor because they are prone to floods, Droughts and salinity. New seeds have been developed which can survive flooding and tolerate drought and saline conditions better. 1. The best title for this passage is: A. Second Green Revolution in Asia ✔ B. Adapting Farming to Environmental Conditions in Asia C. Agricultural Miracle in Asia D. New seeds Being Planted in Asia 2. An antonym of “imminent” is: A. pending B. distant ✔ C. forthcoming D. eminent 3. The tone of this passage is: A. pessimistic B. suggestive C. hopeful ✔ D. sceptical 4. To be “prone” is to be “ A. vulnerable ✔ B. ready C. organized D. equipped 5. The title suggests that the key to the second green revolution will be to come up with seed varieties that are: A. adaptable B. susceptible ✔ C. changeable D. variable DU D-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 Which of the following sentences is correct? (6-10) 6. Which of the following sentences is correct? A. The two parties have different views to democracy. B. The two parties has different views of democracy. C. The two parties differing on democracy. D. The two parties have different views of democracy. ✔ 7. Which of the following sentences is correct? A. The country has adopted a new industrial policy. ✔ B. The country has effected the new industrial policy. C. The country has affected new industrial policy. D. The country has adapted an new industrial policy. 8. Which of the following sentences is correct? A. Over a billion people wing Microsoft Windows operating systems. B. Over a billion people uses Microsoft Windows operating systems. C. Over a billion people use Microsoft Windows operating systems. ✔ D. Over a billion peoples use Microsoft Windows operating systems. 9. Which of the following sentences is correct? A. To whom do the book belong? B. By whom does the book belong? C. Whom does the book belong? D. Who does the book belong to? ✔ 10. Which of the following sentences is correct? A. Where have you born? B. Where are you born? C. Where were you born? ✔ D. Where had you born? DU D-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the word in italics (11 – 12) 11. The private hospital business is booming in Bangladesh. A. flourishing ✔ B. bursting C. improving D. filling 12. The government has also defied concentrating on improving the quality of health-care. A. focus ✔ B. conceptualize C. Strike D. deliberate Answer the questions according to the instruction provided (13 -14) 13. The verb form of trauma is: A. traumatic B. traumatically C. traumatized D. traumatize ✔ 14. A radiologist is most often employed in: A. power plants B. workshops C. finances D. hospitals ✔ Fill in the blanks (15-21) 15. Let’s discuss—– the ways of improving the basic skills of English. A. about B. on C. no preposition needed ✔ D. of DU D-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 16. One-third of the students——present in the class. A. is B. are ✔ C. remains D. do not 17. Each of the students who lied out the admission form——the test. A. have appeared at B. has appeared at ✔ C. are appearing at D. is appearing 18. To discover is—–about something that already exists, but to invent is—–something new. A. to know, to find B. to create, to learn C. to learn, to create ✔ D. to find, to know 19. “Well” is usually an adverb and so describes —–, but when it refers to health it can be an adjective and describe A. Adjectives, Verbs B. Nouns. Pronouns C. Adjectives, Nouns D. Verbs, Nouns ✔ 20. Much as Rome—–roads through Europe in the years of the Roman empire, Britain —– railways and strung telegraph wires in India. A. had built, built B. built, built ✔ C. builds, is building D. had built, was building DU D-UNIT QUESTION SOLUTION 2014-2015 21. We are moved not by the fall of—–great man but the elevation to the heroism of what we had taken to be ——little man. A. a, the ✔ B. the, the C. a, a D. none of the above 22. What is a proper antonym for ‘waver’? A. determine ✔ B. away C. vary D. develop 23. Choose the correct translation of the following sentence– “মীর মোশাররফ হোসেন ছিলেন বিচিত্র ধর্মী লোক।” A. Mir Musharraf Hussain was a miscellaneous writer. B. Mir Musharral Hussain was a versatile writer. ✔ C. Mir Musharraf Hussain wrote descriptively. D. Mir Musharraf Hussain was a wonderful writer. 24. Choose the correct spelling: A. mongose B. monngose C. Mongoose ✔ D. mongosse 25. What is the synonym of the word ‘tacit”? A. spoken B. implicit ✔ C. open D. written DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION 2013-2014 Read the following passage carefully and answer Questions (1 — 5): Researchers suggest that there are creatures that do not know what light means at the bottom of the sea. They don’t have either eyes or ears; they can only feel. There is no day or night for them. There are no winters, no summers, no sun, no moon, and no stars. It is as if a child spent its life in darkness in bed, with nothing to see or hear. How different our own life is! Sight shows us the ground beneath our feet and the heavens above us — the sun, moon, and stars, shooting stars, lightning and the sunset. It shows us day and night. We are able to hear the voice, the sound of the sea, and music. We feel we taste, we smell. How fortunate we are! 1. In the passage, a child in darkness is likened to – a. someone who lives where there are no season b. an animal without the sense of touch c. a sea creature with no seeing or hearing ability ✔ d. a deaf child unaffected by the environment 2. We discover that the sea creatures in the story a. have the same sense that we do b. have no sense of hearing as well as sight ✔ c. live in darkness because they do not like light d. do not hear the sound of the sea as they are accustomed to it. 3. Which statement is true in the context of the passage? a. We can spend our lives in darkness in bed. b. We can see the ground beneath our feet and the depth of the ocean. c. We are unfortunate because we cannot experience winter and summer. d. We can feel, smell and taste, unlike the deep sea creatures. ✔ 4. Judging from the passage, we can say that this passage is mainly about a. the superiority of human beings over some creatures in terms of senses ✔ b. life of sea creatures at the bottom of the sea c. how changes in the seasons are perceived by the deep-sea creatures d. how wonderful our lives were and will be 5. ‘Researchers in line 1 suggest a. laboratory tests conducted by marine biologists b. Detailed studies about the deep sea creatures to discover new information about them. ✔ c. stories one hears about the deep sea creatures from sailors d. scientific discoveries about the deep sea DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION 2013-2014 6. He stood before me. The underlined word is- a. Noun b. Adverb c. Preposition ✔ d. Verb 7. ‘To lose heart’ is- a. to lose courage ✔ b. to have a heart attack c. to fall in love d. to be without passion 8. Choose the pair which is out of place a. colossal-tiny b. worsen-improve c. ambiguity-clarity d. humane-kind ✔ 9. The synonym for “Nepotism” is a. Favoritism ✔ b. Terrorism c. Disposition d. Neatness 10. When you think someone is “introspective”, you think s/he is a. rude b. selfish c. thoughtful ✔ d. reserved DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION 2013-2014 Fill in the blanks (11-13) 11. I’ll call you——- a. when I’ll go home. b. when I go home. ✔ c. while I get home. d. as I go home. 12. Please leave your key——the reception. a. in b. on c. at ✔ d. with 13. We better—–the schedule of the examination. a. to check b. checked c. checking d. check ✔ Answer the questions according to the instructions provided. (14 — 17) 14. Which of the following is a positive attribute? a. haughty b. conceited c. irritable d. unassuming ✔ 15. Select the correct spelling a. reminiscience b. reminisceince c. reminiscence ✔ d. reminiscance DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION 2013-2014 16. A cobbler is a person who a. sells shoes b. mends cobblestones c. mends shoes ✔ d. exports cobblestones 17. ‘Dog days’ means a. a period of being carefree b. a period of misfortune c. days when does breed d. hot weather ✔ Which of the following sentences is correct? (18 — 21): 18. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. I have looked for a good doctor before I met you. b. I had looked for a good doctor before I met you. ✔ c. I looked for a good doctor before I meet you. d. I am looking for a good doctor before meeting you. 19. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. Silver, as well as cotton, have fallen is price. b.Banda, as well as English, are taught here. c. The mayor, with his councillors, is to be present. ✔ c.The king, with his ministers, are going on a trip. 20. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. He chose well and prospered. ✔ b. He choose well and prospered. c. He choiced well and prospered. d. He chosen well and prospered. DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION 2013-2014 21. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. I insist that she come along. ✔ b. I insist that she comes along. c. I insist that she came along. d. I insist that she may come along. 22. “অন্যের দোষ ধরা সহজ” a. It is easy to find fault of others. b. It is easy to find out fault of others. c. It is easy to find fault with others. ✔ d. It is easy to find out faults of others. 23. “বিপদ কখনো একা আসে না” a. Misfortunes comes never alone. b. Misfortunes never come alone. ✔ c. Misfortunes never alone comes. d. Misfortunes conies alone ever. Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the keyword. (24 — 25) 24. The back charges an exorbitant rate of interest. a. moderate b. excessive ✔ c. fair d. increasing 25. It was indiscreet action on their part. a. unfair b. secret c. imprudent ✔ d. hasty DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-13 Read the following passage carefully and Answer: questions 1 to 6: Various research centres are studying identical twins in order to discover the “heritability” of behavioural characteristics — that is the degree to which a trait is due to genes (“nature”) instead of the environment/. They have reached some startling conclusions. One study found, for example, that optimism and pessimism are both very much influenced by genes. But only optimism is affected by environment as well. According to another study, genes influence our coffee consumption, but not the consumption of tea. Anxiety seems to be 40 to 50 percent heritable. Another study tells us that happiness does not depend much on money or love or professional success: instead, It is 80 percent heritable! Among the traits that appear to be largely heritable are shyness, attraction to danger (thrill-seeking), choice of career and religious belief. 1. What is the main topic of the paragraph? A. Research centres and study of genes B. Optimism and pessimism as behavioural traits C. Hereditariness of behavioural characteristics ✔ D. The happiness of human beings and heredity 2. Which of the f011owing has been found to be free from the influence of genes? A. consumption of coffee B. happiness C. consumption of tear ✔ D. choice of career 3. Which of the following competes with nature in influencing humans? A. behaviour B. environment ✔ C. genes D. characteristics 4. Which of the following is true? A. Anxiety is more heritable than happiness B. Anxiety is as heritable as happiness C. Anxiety is less heritable than happiness ✔ D. Happiness is less heritable than anxiety 5. In line 5, anxiety is nearest in meaning to- A. thrill B. enthusiasm C. foreboding ✔ D. fellow-feeling 6. In line 3, startling is nearest in meaning to A. upsetting ✔ B. beginning C. dampening D. enchanting DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-13 Fill in the blanks (7-11) 7. Please——pay your monthly dues regularly. A. remember too B. remember to ✔ C. remember you too D. remind 8. Before you entered the classroom, you——the teacher’s permission A. should seek B. seek C. would have sought D. should have sought ✔ 9. I’ll go shopping in the afternoon——-buy some new clothes. A. so that C. in order to ✔ C. so as D. such that 10. If you lose, your card, please——us immediately by calling our 24-hour Contact Centre. A. note B. notify ✔ C. notification D. notice DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-13 11. The Bangladesh cricket team——with a victory against England. A. bounced up B. turned up C. bounced hack ✔ D. sprang up Select the underlined word or phrase that is incorrect. 12. When our vacation, we plan to spend three days scuba diving A. When ✔ B. plan C. days D. diving 13. Do you know the student who books were stolen? A. Do B. know C. who ✔ D. were 14. The majority to the news is about violence or scandal. A. the B. to ✔ C. news D. violence 15. Kabita intends to starting her own software business in a few years. A. intends B. starting ✔ C. software D. few DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-13 16. I had a enjoyable time at the party last night. A. a✔ B. time C. at D. last Correct spelling of the word in capital letters. 17. DESICCATE A. dessicate B. desiccate ✔ C. desiccatae D. dessicete 18. MILLENIUM A. milennium B. millenium C. millennium ✔ D. millennium 19. INOCCULATE A. inoculaite B. inocualate C. inoculate ✔ D. innockulate 20. QUESTIONAIRE A. questionnaire ✔ B. questionnare C. questionaire D. questionnaire DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2012-13 21. PARSEVERANCE A. perseverence B. perseverance ✔ C. persivarence D. parseverance Select the alternative that best replaces the underlined portion of the sentence. 22. When one eats in this restaurant, you often find that the prices are high. A.When one eats in this restaurant, you often find B.When you eat in this restaurant, one often finds C. When you eat in this restaurant, you often find ✔ D. If you eat in this restaurant, you often find 23. Neither Mr Karim nor his friend are invited to speak at the seminar. A. is invited to speak at the seminar ✔ B. are invited to speak at the seminar C. is to speak at the seminar D. are speaking at the seminar 24. Your courage is —–in defending your country. A. as great as any other person B. as great as any other persons C. great like another person D. as great as that of any other person ✔ 25. The best translation of “আরজ আলী মাতুব্বর বাংলাদেশের একজন বিস্ময়কর ব্যাক্তিত্ব” A. Aroj Ali Matubbor is a surpassing personality of Bangladesh B. Aroj Ali Matubbor is an amazing personality of Bangladesh ✔ C. Aroj Ali Matubbor is Bangladesh’s startling person D. Aroj Ali Matubbor is a weird Bangladeshi person DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Questions 1 to 3: Which of the following sentences is correct? 1. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. It is more better to be safe than sorry. b. It is better to be safer than sorry. c. It is better to be safe than more sorry. d. It is better to be safe than sorry. ✔ 2. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. Family and friends together stay through thick and thin. b. Family and friends stay through thick and thin together. c. Family and friends stay together through thick and thin. ✔ d. Family and friends through thick and thin together stay. 3. Which of the following sentences is correct? a. Fear makes where I stand tremble me. b. Fear makes me tremble where I stand. ✔ c. Fear where I stand makes me tremble. d. Fear makes me stand where I tremble. Questions 4 to 5.Which of the following is closest in meaning to the underlined word? 4. The white blood cell count in one’s body may fluctuate by 50 percent during a day. a. undulate b. multiply c. diminish d. vary ✔ 5. Ultrasonic waves are beyond the range of sounds a human can hear. a. outside ✔ b. without c. over d. around DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Questions 6 to 7: Indicate the synonym of the words given below: 6. Auspicious a. supernatural b. suspicious c. fortunate ✔ d. fearful 7. Shabby a. smart b. fair c. unsmart ✔ d. honorable Questions 8 to 10: The correct translation of 8. “পুষ্টিকর খাদ্য স্বাস্থের জন্য ভাল” a. Good food is for good health. b. Nutritious food is good for health ✔ c Nutrients in food is good and healthy d. Healthy food is good for health 9. “বইটি কেমন কাটছে?” a. How does the book cut readers? b. the book cut well? c. Is the book leaving the market? d. How is the book selling? ✔ 10. ”কী করে অঙ্কটি দেখাতে হয় তা তিনি আমাকে দেখালেন ” is a. shows me to do the sum. b. He showed me to do the sum. c. showed me how to do the sum. ✔ d. He showed me do the sum, DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Questions 11 to 14: Choose the correct option 11. The correct antonym for ‘superficial’ is a. Careless b. Indifferent c. Sufficient d. Deep ✔ 12. “At a low ebb” -means a. Increasing b. Decreasing ✔ c. Still d. Invalid 13. The correct spelling is a. exemplery b. exemplary ✔ c. examplary d. exemplarie 14. The best passive form of the sentence ‘what do you want?’ – is a. what was wanting by you? b. what is wanted by you? ✔ c. what was wanted by you? d. what is wanting by you? 15. ——-parent plays a different but important role in a child’s life. a. Each ✔ b. One c. Anyone d. The DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 16. Our teacher told the monitor to hand out scripts——the class. a, between b. into c. through d. among ✔ 17. I remembered——the race. a. the horse’s winning to b. the horse to win c. the horse winning ✔ d. the horse’s to win 18. He is my best friend now, and——for many years. a. was b. had been c. has been ✔ d. was to be 19. Jenny——leave the hospital only six hours after the baby was born. a. was able to ✔ b. might c. can d. is able to 20. —— physicist, Gabriel Fahrenheit, invented the mercury thermometer in 1714. a. There is b. It is c. The ✔ d. It is the DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2011-12 Read the following passage carefully and answer Questions 21 to 25: I have travelled to many countries and have met with men of all classes, but never in my travels did I feel the presence of the human so distinctly as in this land. In other great countries, signs of man’s power-loomed largely, and I saw vast organizations which showed efficiency in all their features. There, display and extravagance, in dress, in furniture, in costly entertainments, are startling. They seem to push you back into a corner, like a poor intruder at a feast; they are apt to make you envious or take your breath away in amazement. There, you do not feel man as supreme; you are hurled against stupendous things that alienate. But in Japan, it is not the display of power or wealth that is the predominating element. You see everywhere emblems of love and admiration, and not mostly of ambition and greed. 21. The word ‘stupendous’ means a. stupid b. expensive c. ugly d. huge ✔ 22. Which statement is not true? a. The Japanese admire good things b. They are not an ostentatious people c. They alienate visitors ✔ d. They shun ambition and greed 23. The writer praises the Japanese because a. they make you envious b. they love entertainment c. they have vast organizations d. they are very humane ✔ 24. The writer is describing the following things about the people of Japan: a. ambition and greed b. love and admiration ✔ c. display and extravagance d. envy and amazement 25. ‘Like poor intruder’ is an example of a. simile ✔ b. metaphor c. metonymy d hyperbole DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-11 Read the following passage carefully and answer Questions (1 to 5) : We all know that people living in different parts of the world live different lives. But do we know why they live different lives? It is because the climate all over the world is not the same. The climate is the amount of sun, rain, heat and wind which the land receives. If it is always warm and sunny, we call that a hot climate. And if it rains a lot, it would be a wet climate. It can also be a hot wet climate or a cold, wet climate and so on. Can you imagine what it would be like if we had the same climate all over the world. All the flowers and the trees would be the same. Then the animals might be the same, and the same crops would be grown in the ground. This would mean that people would be all alike. They would look alike and they would all eat the same food. 1. ‘People living in different parts of the world live different lives’ because A.different types of crops grow in different parts of the world. B.they are habituated to different kinds of food C.the standard of living differs in different parts of the world D. the climatic influences are different ✔ 2. It is because the climate all over the world is not the same that A. different people belong to different groups B. different people have different religions C. different people have different doctrines D. different people live different lives ✔ 3. The most suitable title for the passage would be: A. Climate and differences in people B. Different lives in different parts of the world ✔ C. Climate and different parts of the world D. Climatic differences the world over 4. The adjective of ‘climate’ is — A. climate B. climated C. climatic ✔ D. climactic 5. The word “live” in line 2 is a A. Noun B. Verb ✔ C. Adjective D. Adverb DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-11 Questions 6 to 8: Which of the following sentence is correct? 6. Which of the following sentence is correct? A. The pile of bones on the plate shows how much chicken the family had ate B. The pile of bones on the plate shown how much chicken the family had ate C.The pile of bones on the plate showed how much chicken the family had ate ✔ D. The pile of bones on the plate is shown how much chicken the family had ate 7. Which of the following sentence is correct? A. Neither of those mattresses feel comfortable B. Neither of those mattresses are feeling comfortable C. Neither of those mattresses feels comfortable ✔ D. Neither of those mattresses have felt comfortable 8. Which of the following sentence is correct? A. It is more better to stay healthy than to have to get healthy B. It is better to stay healthy than to have to get healthy C.It is more better to stay healthy than to have health ✔ D. It is better to stay healthy than to have health DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-11 Questions 9 to 17: Fill in the blanks 9. She reassured me that she—— the card. A. had posted ✔ B. has posted C. had been posting D. has posting 10. ——I’ll be with you in A. one-quarter of an hour B. a quarter of an hour ✔ C. a quarter of one hour D. a quarter of hour 11. ——you have a driver’s license and two major credit cards, that company will not accept your application. A. Because B. Unless ✔ C. As D. Since 12. ——-The longer I live here A. I like the more B. the more I like it ✔ C. the more do I like it D. I like it more 13. The party was excellent, and I’d like to thank all the —— A. concerned people B. responsible people C. people concerned ✔ D. peoples responsible 14. A troupe of——-has gone to entertain the soldiers. A. artists ✔ B. artistes C. artisans D. artificers 15. The——-of a camel was found lying by the side of the canal. A. corpse B. carcass ✔ C. corps D. carcase (Romanian) 16. ——-so many people been out of work as today. A. More than ever before B. Never before have ✔ C. In the past, there never have D. Formerly, there never were 17. There is really no difference between you and——- A.I B. we C. them D.me ✔ DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-11 Questions 18 to 25: Choose the correct option 18. The translation of “আমি তাকে বুঝাতে চেষ্টা করব” A. I will making him to understand B. I will try make him understand C. I will try to make him to understand D. I will try to make him understand ✔ Indicate the synonym of the words given below: 19. Hypothetical A. suspicious B. philosophical C. assumed ✔ D. complete 20. Assemble A. unite ✔ B. disperse C. separate D. split DU D-UNIT ENGLISH QUESTION SOLUTION 2010-11 Identify the one underlined word or phrase that must be changed. 21. Sitara is finally used to cook on an electric stove after having a gas one for so long. A. finally B. cook ✔ C. after having D. one 22. Professor Chowdhury teaches both anthropology as well as sociology each fall. A. teaches B. both ✔ C. anthropology D. each fall 23. The tag for “He locked the papers in the safe, is A. has he B. haven’t he? C. have he? D. didn’t he ✔ 24. The phrase ‘in high spirits’ means A. tensed B. cheerful ✔ C. worried D. vibrant 25. The correct spelling is A. Transatory B. Transetory C. Transitory ✔ D. Transitary

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INVERSION ¨ Using the negative adverbs: Not only Never Not until Seldom Not once Rarely At no time Scarcely By no means No sooner Nowhere If these adverbs are used at the beginning of the sentence auxiliary verb comes before the subject of that sentence. Negative Auxiliary Subject Verb Ext. Never have we traveled so long way Examples: Not once was he on time. Seldom have I heard such beautiful music. Not only did the company lose profits, but it also had to lay off workers. MORE EXAMPLES: INCORRECT: Very seldom a movie can hold my attention like this one. CORRECT: Very seldom can a movie hold my attention like this one. INCORRECT: Not one paper she has finished on time. CORRECT: Not one paper has she finished on time. INCORRECT: Not once Monju and Rony have invited us to their house. CORRECT: Not once have Monju and Rony invited us to-their house. INCORRECT: Only rarely an accident has occurred. CORRECT: Only rarely has an accident occurred. INCORRECT: Never again an accident may occur. CORRECT: Never again may an accident occur. EXERCISES: Part A-1:Not until the Triassic Period – the first primitive mammals did develop. did the first primitive mammals develop. did develop the first primitive mammals. the first primitive mammals develop. Any of them can be used. Part A-2: Never again they will come to my house. the come early in the morning. will they come with a dog. she will go there rapidly. every body tell a lie. Part A-3: Not until they will come. I have done it I tell them to come she offers a banquet have I done the job their father allow them Part A-4: Not until the seventeenth century – to measure the speed of light. did anyone even attempt anyone did even attempt did anyone attempt even did even attempt anyone Inversions are used when the mentioned expressions beginning with only occur at the beginning of a sentence the subject and verb in that clause are inversed. Examples: Only in an emergency should you use this exit. Only recently did she return from abroad Only by asking questions can you learn. A. Only if B. Only when C. Only because D. Only after E. Only until In the cases of mentioned expressions auxiliary verb of the 2nd clause comes before the subject of that clause. Examples: Only if you have a serious problem should you call Mr. Franklin at home. Only when you are satisfied is the sale considered final. If expressions like so+ adj or so+ participle are used at the beginning of the sentence inversion also occurs, Examples: So rare is this coin that it belongs in a museum. So confusing was the map that we had to ask a police officer for directions. However, in the cases of adverbs of place or adverbs of order, auxiliary as well as the main verb come before the subject. Examples: In front of the museum is a statue. Off the coast of California lie the Channel Islands. First came a police car, then came an ambulance. Sample Item: 1. Most southern states had set up primary schools systems by the late eighteenth century, but only in New England – and open to all students. primary schools were free were primary schools free free were primary schools were free primary schools. 2. Across the Chesapeake Bay from the rest of the state –, whose farms produce beans, tomatoes, and other garden vegetables. there lies Maryland's Eastern Shore lies Maryland's Eastern Shore Maryland's Eastern Shore lies there Maryland's Eastern Shore lies.

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Core Differences between Formal and Informal Writing Informal writing is quite common in speaking whereas formal writing is common in writing. Formal writing is objective whereas informal writing is subjective Formal writing is for impersonal use whereas informal writing is personal use. Informal writing encourages the use of slangs while formal writing does not encourage at all. The voice of formal writing is passive while that of informal writing is active The personal pronoun of formal writing is the third person whereas informal writing is the first and second person. The language used in formal writing is formulaic whereas in informal writing is direct. The tone used in formal writing is official and professional whereas in informal writing is personal and friendly. Informal writing encourages used of interjections while formal writing does not encourage interjections. The sentences used in formal writing are long and complex whereas in informal writing are short and simple. Formal writing is often more common in writing whereas; informal writing is more common in speaking than the writing. Formal writing is objective on the other hand; informal writing is subjective. Formal writing is for impersonal use. Conversely, informal writing is for personal use only. Formal writing uses vocabulary which is specific to the discipline, on the flip side, informal writing uses unspecific vocabulary about the subject. Formal writing avoids slang language, colloquialisms (common language in spoken English), but the informal writing is full of these two characteristics. Informal: May use colloquial words/expressions (kids, guy, awesome, a lot, etc.). Formal vs. Informal Words/Phrases Informal -----------------------Formal A bit ----------------A little A lot of ----------------Numerous Afraid ----------------Fearful Again & again ----------------Repeatedly Also ----------------In addition, additionally Anyway ----------------Nevertheless Ask ----------------Enquire Ask for ----------------Request Ask out ----------------Invite At first ----------------Initially At once ----------------Immediately Avoid ----------------Evade Away ----------------Absent Bad ----------------Negative Beat up ----------------Assault Better ----------------Improved Big/Large ----------------Enormous Block ----------------Undermine Blow up ----------------Explode Book ----------------Reserve Boss ----------------Employer Brave ----------------Courageous Break down ----------------Fail/Collapse Break off ----------------Suspend/adjourn Break out ----------------Erupt Bright/smart ----------------Intelligent Bring in ----------------Introduce Build ----------------Construct But ----------------However Buy ----------------Purchase By ----------------By means of Call off ----------------Cancel Call on ----------------Visit Can ----------------Is capable of Catch up ----------------Understand Chance ----------------Opportunity Cheap ----------------Inexpensive Check ----------------Verify Childish ----------------Immature Childish ----------------Infantile Choose ----------------Select Clear ----------------Transparent Climb ----------------Ascend Clothes ----------------Garment Come after ----------------Follow Come in ----------------Enter Come up to ----------------Reach/attain Complex ----------------Convoluted Dad ----------------Father Danger ----------------Peril Dare ----------------Challenge Deal with ----------------Handle Deal with ----------------Manage Death ----------------Demise Describe ----------------Depict Dim ----------------Indistinct Dirty/ polluted ----------------Contaminated Drop out of ----------------Withdraw (from) Eager ----------------Avid Ease ----------------Facilitate Empty ----------------Vacant End ----------------Terminate End ----------------Terminate/ Finish Enjoyment ----------------Gratification Enough ----------------Sufficient Expect ----------------Anticipate Explain ----------------Disclose Fall out ----------------Quarrel Fight ----------------Combat Find out ----------------Learn/Discover Fork out ----------------Pay (money) Free ----------------Liberate Free ----------------Release Friendly ----------------Amiable Funny ----------------Humorous, amusing Get ----------------Obtain Get ----------------Receive Get away ----------------Elude Get by ----------------Survive Get out ----------------Escape Give ----------------Donate Give ----------------Provide Give out ----------------Distribute Give up ----------------Quit Go ----------------Depart Go after ----------------Pursue Go against ----------------Oppose Go ahead ----------------Proceed Go away ----------------Leave/ depart Go before ----------------Precede Go down ----------------Decrease Go on ----------------Continue Go out of ----------------Exit Go through ----------------Examine Go up ----------------Increase Good ----------------Positive Good for ----------------Beneficial Good looking ----------------Attractive Happy ----------------Pleased Help ----------------Aid/ Assist Help ----------------Assist Informal -----------------------Formal Informal -----------------------Formal Here ----------------Present Hit out at ----------------Criticise Hopeless ----------------Futile Hungry ----------------Famished Hurry ----------------Haste, hasten Hurt ----------------Damage, harm Idea ----------------Notion Imagine ----------------Envisage In charge of ----------------Responsible In the end ----------------Finally Iron out ----------------Solve/overcome (a problem/difficulty) Job ----------------Occupation Keep ----------------Preserve Kidding ----------------Jesting Kids ----------------Children Lack ----------------Deficiency Laid back ----------------Relaxed Lead to ----------------Cause Leave out ----------------Omit Let ----------------Allow Let ----------------Permit Link up ----------------Connect Live ----------------Reside Lively ----------------Energetic Look at ----------------Regard Look for ----------------Seek Look into ----------------Investigate Look like ----------------Resemble Look up to ----------------Respect Lucky ----------------Fortunate Mad ----------------Insane Mainly ----------------Principally Make out ----------------Discern Make up ----------------Fabricate Make up ----------------Invent Marvelous ----------------Exceptional Maybe ----------------Perhaps Mend ----------------Repair Naked ----------------Nude Need ----------------Request Need ----------------Require Next/later ----------------Subsequently Okay, ok ----------------Acceptable Old ----------------Elderly Older ----------------Senior Over ----------------At an end Pay back ----------------Repay Pick up ----------------Collect Pin down ----------------Determine Point out ----------------Indicate Put in ----------------Insert Put off ----------------Postpone Put up with ----------------Tolerate Put/ set down ----------------Deposit Rack up ----------------Accumulate Really big ----------------Considerable Refer to ----------------Consult Remove ----------------Eliminate Rich ----------------Wealthy Right ----------------Correct Round ----------------Circular Say ----------------Express Say no ----------------Reject Say sorry ----------------Apologise See ----------------Observe See ----------------Perceive Seem ----------------Appear Set out ----------------Display Settle for ----------------Choose Show ----------------Demonstrate Sick ----------------Ill Sight ----------------Vision Small ----------------Diminutive So ----------------Therefore Speed up ----------------Accelerate Start/ Begin ----------------Commence Stop ----------------Cease Stubborn ----------------Obstinate Sweat ----------------Perspiration Take out ----------------Remove Talk about ----------------Discuss/consider Talk into ----------------Persuade Tell ----------------Inform Test ----------------Experiment Thanks ----------------Gratitude Think about ----------------Consider Think of ----------------Conceive Throw away ----------------Discard Throw out ----------------Eject Tired ----------------Exhausted/ Fatigued Tough ----------------Difficult Try ----------------Endeavour Try out ----------------Test Use ----------------Utilize Use/Eat ----------------Consume Wait for ----------------Await Want/ hope ----------------Desire Whole ----------------Entire/Complete Wood ----------------Timber Worse ----------------Inferior Wrong ----------------Incorrect Young ----------------Youthful

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Special use of Words/Phrases Worksheet on Phrases/Words with special use-5.1 Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/ words given in the box:- 1. what’s it like was born would rather had better as though let alone what if have to as soon as there a) Sheikh Hasina is the Prime Minister of Bangladesh. She ––– in Gopalganj in 1947. She is the eldest of five children of Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. b) ––– I finished reading over the problem, the answer leapt to my mind. Actually I was absent minded. c) You are too fat. You ––– eat two rusks and an apple every lunch. d) New Zealand is a very cold country. I ––– live in a warm country. e) Once ––– lived a farmer. He had a faithful dog. The farmer loved the dog very much. f) The girl looks very ugly. She looks ––– she didn’t sleep last night. g) I have never met any actor, ––– Shahrukh Khan. But I am his great fan. h) Please don’t worry. I am thinking what to do. You don’t ––– clean the car. i) You look very pale. ––– you consult with a lawyer? j) ––– playing in the middle of the street? You seem to be very anxious playing with risk. 2. What about No longer No sooner had but for What’s it like What if Would you mind Would rather In order to Let alone a) There have been significant changes in the types of entertainment over time. Many of these ––– exist. b) It is raining heavily. ––– the bus doesn’t come? c) I have already taken my breakfast. ––– your breakfast? d) You are hungry now. ––– taking a sandwich? e) Mr. Islam would like to go abroad. ––– he arrived at the airport than the airliner landed. f) ––– your help, I would have been in real trouble. I am very grateful to you. g) ––– living in a forest? Some people in Africa live in the forest. h) His father ––– resign his job than continue it with dishonour. He is very determined to do so. i) The boy is very poor. He cannot earn his bread ––– education. j) Accessibility to higher education in our country is very difficult. Students must work hard ––– get themselves admitted into universities. 3. there used to would you mind however there what if what does...look like had better as soon as needn’t a) The exam was difficult. –––, I answered all of the questions correctly. b) A: ––– the teacher comes late? B: We’ll keep silent in the class. c) We ––– have booked a table. The restaurant is empty! d) It was a total disaster in the locality. ––– was a six-month supply of food and water-but not a soul to consume it. e) It ––– be difficult to buy fresh pasta in the UK. Now you can get it everywhere even in Bangladesh. f) We ––– go home. It’s getting dark. g) He’ll be back tomorrow. I’ll give him the message ––– I see him. h) Long ago ––– lived a hare in a forest. He was always proud of his speed. A tortoise also lived nearby. i) A: ––– my garden –––? B: It looks like a piece of heaven on earth. j) A: How can I help you? B: ––– taking the boxes into the room? 4. was born wish what’s...like need not would you mind there as fast as would rather had better a) Once upon a time ––– lived a young man named Androcles. He was caught by a slave merchant who sold him to a rich man of another country. b) He is my friend for the last five years. But I did never ask him where he –––. c) I ––– resign my job than tolerate injustice. I have moral courage to raise voice against injustice. d) He can see well. He ––– ase any spectacle. e) I ––– could attend your birthday party. But I am sorry I will not be able to attend because of my examination. f) She came to our house but left immediately. It seemed she went out ––– lightning. g) It is very hot inside the room. I ––– go to the open space. h) A: ––– the tour –––? B: It’s great if you don’t mind the travel hazard. i) Flight lieutenant Birsrestha Matiur Rahman was a pilot in the Pakistan in the Pakistan Air Force when the liberation war broke out. He ––– on 29 November 1941 at his paternal house. j) A: ––– lending your ears to me? B: Oh, sure. What do you want to say? 5. there had better as if what does...look like let alone what if was born would rather have to it a) Robert Herrick was a poet and a clergyman. He ––– in London. b) He deals with me ––– I were his friend. But I do not know him. c) ––– was in China that the art of Bonsai originated perhaps more than 1000 years ago. d) It’s free. You don’t ––– pay for it. e) I ––– take coffee in lieu of tea. But I like both of them. f) I cannot ride a bicycle ––– a motor cycle. I have no money to buy any of them. g) Your mother is ill. So I think you ––– go home early. h) It’s going to become a little bit dangerous there, ––– we had it somewhere else? i) The Taj Mahal is the tomb of Mamtaj Mahal. But I have no idea about. ––– it –––. j) ––– will be somebody waiting for you at the bus stand. Hurry up. 6. There what’s it like Had better have to Would rather what if What does...look like It Let alone Was born a) ––– is a sunny day and seems that rain will not fall soon. You can go to college now. b) ––– his new pen –––? I have a nice pen. c) I cannot have a single farthing, ––– a dollar. How can I buy a new Honda? d) Many of our people do not like to speak in English. I ––– speak in English. e) ––– is no fish in the pond as the flood has inundated it recently. You will not get any fish here. f) ––– we hear any good news from him today? I hope that he will be very glad. g) We ––– do it for the sake of the country, particularly for the poor. The poor live from hand to mouth. h) You ––– sell the village home considering the future of your children. You should educate your children properly. i) The inventor of printing, Johan Gutenberg ––– in 1400 in the city of Mainz, Germany. His contribution is praiseworthy. j) ––– living in a crowded city? You seem to be unhappy living in a crowded city. 7. There was born would rather as well as used to as if had better let alone had to lest a) His income is very poor. He cannot buy an ordinary watch, ––– a costly one. b) He saw a bear coming towards him. So he climbed up a tree ––– the bear might attack him. c) Our young generation are following western culture ––– they were born in foreign countries. d) The bridge grew old. They ––– repair it. e) It is a popular restaurant. We ––– reserve a table. f) Don’t worry. It will take some time to get ––– a new place. g) It is autumn. They ––– make a journey by boat than a journey by train. h) ––– was a time when people used to travel by walking or riding on animals. But at present a revolutionary change has taken place in the transport system. i) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist, playwright and filmmaker. He ––– on 13 November 1948. j) I studied psychology, medicine ––– working in a hospital to gain experience. 8. as if what’s it like as soon as would rather what if have to there it let alone had better a) A cultural function is going to be held in our college. ––– putting up the drama ‘Rakta Karabi’ by Rabindranath Tagore? b) She cannot speak properly in the class, ––– addressing before a large audience. She is naturally shy and introvert. c) You are depending on his money. ––– he fails to give you the money in proper time? He is not reliable. d) I am surprised to hear his speeches. He speaks ––– he knew the ins and outs of the incident. e) I went there to meet him. ––– I saw him, I rushed to him. f) You ––– strart for college early. The sky is getting cloudy and it might rain soon. g) I ––– seek his help. A great deal of work is still pending. h) ––– is not wise for us to wait here for her. What if she does not come at all? i) To be successful in life we ––– be disciplined. Because without leading a disciplined life, none can be great. j) Once ––– lived a farmer in a village. He lived a totally carefree life. He never thought of his future. 9. was born have to as long as what’s it like would rather it is high time let alone it what does...look like as if a) Corruption is a great sin. I ––– die than become corrupt. b) ––– living in bohemian style? c) Aristotle, a great philosopher, ––– in 384 BC. d) Mahin knows a little about internet browsing but he speaks ––– he knew everything. e) We are losing our valuable working hours as a result of traffic jam. ––– we solved this problem. f) I met him one month ago. I can hardly recall his name, ––– his address. g) ––– our house –––? h) You ––– be careful when you are crossing the road. The road is really busy. i) None can live without hope. Infact, ––– there is life there is hope. j) ––– seems that he is very sick. He can’t even talk to us. 10. as soon as what’s it like What does...look like would rather as if there was born had better let alone have to a) Health is wealth. So we all ––– follow the rules of health. b) ––– was a king named Lear. He had three daughters. c) I cannot even remember his name, ––– his address. d) ––– eating an unboiled egg? This must be injurious to health. e) I ––– apply for the job. Unemployed life seems very boring to me now. f) He needed our help. We ––– help him than walk home. g) We spent much time. We should now conclude ––– possible. h) He ––– with a silver spoon. But now he leads a very miserable life. i) Kashem comes of a poor family. But his activities are such ––– he were born into a rich family. j) Teacher: ––– your sister –––,Jenny? 11. far and wide so that enough to Crocodile tears all the best make sense rule out keep body & soul together as though as soon as a) This is a wrong proposal. People will ––– the proposal. b) He made abrupt comments which hardly –––. This is his nature. c) After a long time we are meeting. I wish you –––. d) He caused pains to me. Now he sheds ––– for me. e) The poor earn very little to –––. They cannot hope for the best. f) His fame spread –––. He is a famous professor. g) ––– he came, we all stood up. He is our principal. h) He is wise ––– understand what I say. He is my close friend. i) He walked very fast ––– he could reach there in time. j) The unknown person talked ––– he were mad. 12. there what does....look like let alone as soon as as if have to what’s it like would rather had better was born a) We ––– be conscious about environment pollution. It's, our duty to keep the environment clean and danger free. b) You ––– go to the concert than stay at home. The concert is always enjoyable. c) We ––– stop cutting down trees. Deforestation is detrimental to environment. d) He can't recall the incident, ––– the cause of it. He became a victim of it. e) It looks ––– it’s going to rain. Eveybody expects rain. f) I plan to move ––– I find another apartment. I want to live in an apartment. g) ––– listening to others? You don't want to talk to others. h) Daughter Mom, ––– an albatross –––? i) ––– seemed to be no doubt about it. It is wonderful. j) Sir Walter Scott was both a poet and a novelist. He ––– in 1771. 13. had better as long as there have to in case lest let alone as if what if hardly had a) Our parents sacrifice a lot for us. We ––– abide by them. b) ––– we reached the station before the train left. c) Here is nobody to help me. Please help me ––– I call you. d) Mother is calling you. You ––– go home. e) Once upon a time ––– lived an honest woodcutter in a village. f) He is a poor man. He cannot afford to travel by an AC bus, ––– by an airplane. g) We are in the room. ––– it rains outside? h) She has an urgent piece of business in Dhaka. She should start ––– she can. i) The wooden bridge was very old. The villagers repaired it ––– it might break down. j) The boy made a pure fun. He acted ––– he were mad. 14. had better there was born no sooner had would you mind enough to as soon as had to what does...look like would rather a) The road was very busy. He ––– drive carefully. b) He is close fisted man. He ––– deposit his money in a bank than spend it for own use. c) My father is physically fit. He is fit ––– run for miles at a stretch. d) A : ––– your cell phone? B : It is quite slim and light. e) ––– the teacher entered the class room, the students stood up. f) He is very sick. He ––– go to a doctor. g) Many well off people live in our district. But ––– is no good school here. h) Dr. Muhammad Yunus is a man of Nobel laureate. He ––– in Chattogram. i) ––– he received the message than he sent me. j) I offer you a cup of tea, ––– taking it? 15. has to let alone what if lest as if in case it is time wished used to what’s...like a) You had better take the keys ––– I am out. b) The teacher was angry as he did not do his homework. He ––– he had done his homework. c) There is not enough room for us, ––– any guests. d) He is suffering from diabetes. He ––– give up sugar. e) English is very important for us. ––– we adopted proper steps for learning English. f) We have to catch the 4:30 bus. ––– he comes late? g) He is ––– driving at a high speed. It can be very dangerous. h) A : ––– the university admission test? B : It's really hard and competitive. i) He went on speaking ––– I had not said anything. j) He saved some money for the future. He did so ––– he should fall into monetary crisis. 16. could not as though it is should have had had finished had to no sooner in case neither a) Rabindranath was living in London. He ––– live with an English family there. b) I have invited some colleagues to dinner. I will buy some candles ––– there is a power-cut. c) We reached the station at the eleventh hour. ––– had we reached the station than the train started. d) I was in a hurry. I ––– talk to her. e) Tired as I was I ––– the work. Then I went to bed. f) She always dislikes him. He behaves ––– he were mad. g) He does not know what he wants. He is ––– satisfied nor happy. h) I ––– my lunch before you came. Where did you go? i) ––– five years since I saw you. When are you coming back? j) You failed the test because you didn't study. You ––– studied for the test. 17. act upto there would rather have to broke though keep up broke away coming down cut off come by a) We missed our train. We ––– return home. b) I am already late for the college. I ––– start right now. c) He searched every corner of his room. ––– wasn’t any book in the room. d) He is a good boy. He always ––– his teacher's advice. e) A war broke out in the border. The soldiers ––– the enemy’s line f) Police block all the roads. Because a convict ––– from the prison. g) This is a very valuable stone. How did you ––– this stone? h) You spend a lot of money. Try to ––– your budget. i) You have done well in the examination, –––it –––. j) The price of rice is –––. It will reduce the sufferings of the people. 18. used to what if provided what’s...like in case would rather let alone as though scarcely had lest a) The man takes an umbrella ––– it rains. b) They will be playing football ––– the weather is propitious. c) I helped him in his danger but he spoke with me ––– I were a stranger to him. d) ––– the rain stopped when we resumed our journey. e) He ––– reveal the truth than hide it. f) Work with honesty and sincerity ––– you should suffer in the long run. g) The man is old and feeble. He can't walk properly, ––– run a race. h) You got GPA 5 in the previous exam. ––– you will fail in the coming HSC exam? i) There is a big play ground near our college. I ––– play there in my boyhood. j) ––– your new abode –––? 19. as if as fast as what’s it like would rather as soon as what if let alone had better lest would you mind a) We are a developing nation. We should make the best use of our resources ––– we might lag behind. b) ––– jumping from plane with a parachute? It must be thrilling. c) I stopped ––– I met my friend. It is many years since I saw him last. d) It is noon. But it is dark all around as the cloud has covered the sky. It looks –––itwere evening. e) Salam feels pain in his chest. He ––– go back to the hospital for a scan next week. f) Though I am poor, I hate begging. I ––– die than beg. g) The box is too heavy for me to carry. ––– helping me to carry it? h) I am now hot in a position to lend you one thousand taka, ––– one lakh. i) A: ––– you miss the college bus? B : No problem. I will hire a taxi. j) A : The time is very short. Write ––– you can. B : I’m trying my best. 20. as soon as had to let alone according to as if no sooner had had better would rather look forward to would have a) These students must succeed. They are studying ––– their teachers' instructions. b) My friend is a fearless soldier. He ––– die than surrender. c) We were not late to start. But ––– we reached the venue than the doors were closed. d) The company chief is not much rigid. If he had been requested properly, he ––– granted your appeal. e) Nelson Mandela became president. But he ––– spend decades behind the bars before that. f) She doesn’t even speak her own language well, ––– French. g) ––– he caught sight of a policeman, he ran away. h) She felt ––– all her worries had gone. i) Kennedy once said, "I ––– an America which will not be afraid of grace and beauty." j) You need a smooth journey. So, you ––– go by train. 21. what if let alone had better get used to used to look down upon would rather as soon as what’s it like there a) She is averse to literature. She does not admire tragedy, ––– poetry. b) The hunter aimed at a bird. ––– he pulled the string of the bow, it flew away. c) ––– stood a tea stall under the banyan tree. d) The whole area is already covered by rain water. –––, it rains again? e) The canal had silted up making it difficult for the villagers to transport their agricultural produces. They ––– re-excavate it. f) You look ill. You ––– stay at home than go to work. g) Teach your child not to ––– the downtrodden. This teaching will make him sympathetic. h) In ancient time, people were helpless. They ––– fight against the wild animals. i) I have no idea of ––– going on a long drive. I had never such an occasion in my life. j) ––– walking in the morning. Walking is very important to keep a sound health. 22. would you mind whether...or let alone as soon as provided that have to what does ....look like would rather as if had better a) It is all the same to me ––– you come ––– not. b) It is obligatory for all to participate in campaign. Riaz ––– join us if he is physically fit. c) Russel: Have you ever seen an EGC machine? Ruffi: No, I haven’t. Have you? ––– it –––? d) I ––– have a walk around than sit idly. I like the surroundings very much here. e) The cut on your forehead looks serious. You ––– put a plaster on it. f) He doesn’t know how to speak decently, ––– to behave politely. g) It is raining heavily. 1 wouldn't go out ––– the rain stops. h) The audience burst into roar ––– Messi scored a goal at the last minute of the match. i) After the interruption, the speaker went on talking ––– nothing had happened. j) I can't understand the topic. ––– helping me get it? 23. as if have to as soon as it was born let alone would rather there had better what if a) We ––– pay a visit to Cox’s Bazar than the Sundarbans. We have already visited the Sundarbans. b) The storm was raging violently. We got out ––– it abated. c) Fardin is always boastful of his uncles. He talks ––– they were the most powerful men in the country. d) My college is far away from our house. I ––– walk a long way to go to my college. e) Jasim Uddin is a rural poet. He ––– in 1903 in a village named Tambulkhana in Faridpur. f) ––– is very hot today. Load shedding is aggravating the situation. g) Maruf cannot earn 50 marks ––– 80 marks. He is a student of average standard. h) ––– are many mango trees around our home. They give us very sweet mangoes. i) Faiaz seems to be weak. He ––– consult an experienced doctor. j) The river is calm. ––– we swim in the river? To swim in the river is a nice experience. 24. would you mind used to as if as soon as let alone had better it would rather so that what if a) He acts ––– he were rich. So nobody likes him. b) ––– eating sea fish? I think you will enjoy a lot. c) Aloka can’t afford to buy a cell phone, ––– a laptop. Actually she is very poor. d) It may rain today. You ––– leave earlier. e) Sometimes we become speechless remembering our childhood memories. We ––– swim in the river. f) ––– is many years since we first met. How time does fly! g) His mother being sick, he needs to go home ––– possible. h) We ––– develop our humanity than observe hartal and strike. Let us change our destructive culture. i) There started a heavy storm when I was about to go out. ––– I had been out there? j) He took a part time job ––– he could earn some money. He was very sincere. 25. as soon as what does...look like what if what’s it like it 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 heard 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. 26. there what if have to No sooner had would rather lest as if let alone What does...look like be born 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? 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) Logn ago, ––– lived a mighty warrior named Kublai 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. 27. 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 modern 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) Some city dwellers behaviour is often too formal. They speak in such a way ––– they were never in the 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 companions. 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) We have discussed for quite a long time. We can’t take much time any more. We ––– come to a conclusion. 28. 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) Tomorrow I will be very busy. So, I’ll say good-bye now ––– I don’t see you again. 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. 29. there as soon as what does...look like was born what if 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 millions of lives. b) During the liberation war of Bangladesh ––– was a great American singer George Harrison 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 thecountry ––– Bangladesh were not their own country. i) The authorities of Dhaka University cut ties with Pakistan. ––– the government of Bangladesh takes initiatives to cut off diplomatic relation with Pakistan? j) Teacher: Learners, ––– the national flower of Bangladesh ––– ? 30. had better let alone as if as soon as was born what does...look like there would you mind it would rather 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. 31. let alone as if as soon as had better what’s like 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. 32. 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 the 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 economic 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. 33. unless let alone it there would you mind as if neither had better as 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. e) He loves his garden very much. He does not allow his sons to pluck anyflower,––– 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. 34. 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) Michail 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 the class. 35. but for used to was born no sooner had had better as if it what do you mean has to what’s the matter a) Shamsur Rahman ––– in Dhaka in 1929. He is famous 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. 36. 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 for tourists. e) The other day I met an old rickshawpuller. 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 23rd 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. Films and science fiction tell us about them. They are really awesome. 37. was born would you mind there would rather what does...look 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. 38. was born what’s...like it 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 raining 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. 39. 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 ––– others 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. j) We ––– educate all and work hard to develop our country. 40. had better there have to would rather let alone as if it what’s it like was born as soon 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. ––– travelling 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. Worksheet on Phrases/Words with special use-5.1 Answer 1. Solution: (a) was born (b) As soon as (c) had better (d) would rather (e) there (f) as though (g) let alone (h) have to what if (j) What's it like 2. Solution: (a) no longer (b) What if (c) What about (d) Would you mind (e) No sooner had (f) But for (g) What’s it like (h) would rather (i) let alone (j) in order to 3. Solution: (a) However (b) What if (c) needn't (d) There (e) used to (f) had better (g) as soon as (h) there (i) What does ... look like (j) Would you mind 4. Solution: (a) there (b) was born (c) would rather (d) need not (e) wish (f) as fast as (g) had better (h) What’s.... like (i) was born (j) would you mind 5. Solution: (a) was born (b) as if (c) It (d) have to (e) would rather (f) let alone (g) had better (h) what if (i) what does ... look like (j) There 6. Solution: (a) It (b) What does ... look like (c) let alone (d) would rather (e) There (f) What If (g) have to (h) had better (i) was born (j) What’s it like 7. Solution: (a) let alone (b) lest (c) as if (d) had to (e) had better (f) used to (g) would rather (h) There (i) was born (j) as well as 8. Solution: (a) What’s it like (b) let alone (c) What if (d) as if (e) As soon as (f) had better (g) have to (h) It (i) would rather (j) there 9. Solution: (a) would rather (b) What's it like (c) was born (d) as if (e) It is high time (f) let alone (g) What does ... look like (h) have to (i) as long as (j) It 10. Solution: (a) have to (b) There (c) let alone (d) What’s it like (e) had better (f) would rather (g) as soon as (h) was born (i) as if (j) What does ... look like 11. Solution: (a) rule out (b) make sense (c) all the best (d) crocodile tears (e) keep body and soul together (f) far and wide (g) As soon as (h) enough to (i) so that (j) as though 12. Solution: (a) have to (b) would rather (c) had ( better (d) let alone (e) as if (f) as soon; as (g) What's it like (h) What does ... look like (i) There (j) was born 13. Solution: (a) have to (b) Hardly had (c) in case (d) had better (e) there (f) let alone (g) What if (h) as long as (i) lest (j) as if 14. Solution: (a) had to (b) would rather (c) enough to (d) What does ... look like? (e) A soon as (f) had better (g) there (h) was born (i) No sooner had (j) Would you mind 15. Solution: (a) in case (b) wished (c) let alone (d) has to (e) It is time (f) What if (g) used to (h) What's ... like (i) as if (j) lest 16. Solution: (a) had to (b) in case (c) No sooner (d) could not (e) finished (f) as though (g) neither (h) had had (i) It is (j) should have 17. Solution: (a) had to (b) would rather (c) There (d) acts upto (e) broke through (f) broke away (g) come by (h) cut off (i) keep (it) up (j) coming down 18. Solution: (a) in case (b) provided (c) as though (d) Scarcely had (e) would rather (f) lest (g) let alone (h) What if (i) used to (j) What’s ... like 19. Solution: (a) lest (b) What’s it like (c) as soon as (d) as if (e) had better (f) would rather (g) Would you mind (h) let alone (i) What if (j) as fast as 20. Solution: (a) according to (b) would rather (c) no sooner had (d) would have (e) had to (f) let alone (g) As soon as (h) as if (i) look forward to (j) had better 21. Solution: (a) let alone (b) As soon as (c) There (d) What if (e) had better (f) would rattier (g) look down upon (h) used to (i) what’s it like (j) Get used to 22. Solution: (a) whether... or (b) had better (c) What does it look like? (d) would rather (e) have to (f) let alone (g) unless (h) as soon as (i) as if (j) Would you mind 23. Solution: (a) would rather (b) as soon as (c) as if (d) have to (e) was born (f) It (g) let alone (h) There (i) had better (j) What if 24. Solution(a)as if (b) Would you mind (c) let alone (d) had better (e) used to (f) It (g) as soon as (h) would rather (i) What if (j) so that 25. Solution: (a) have to (b) would rather (c) What if (d) What’s it like (e) As soon as (f) It (g) let alone (h) was born (i) had better (j) what does ... look like 26. Solution: (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 (i) there (j) have to 27. Solution: (a) there (b) let alone (c) as if (d) What's it like (e) What does ... look like (f) had better (g) as soon as (h) would rather (i) was born (j) have to 28. Solution: (a) Would you mind (b) in case (c) have to (d) as though (e) as long as (f) It is high time (g) lest (h) used to (i) unless (j) No sooner had 29. Solution: (a) was born (b) there (c) What's it like (d) would rather (e) has to/ had to (f) let alone (g) as soon as (h) as if (i) What if (j) what does ... look like 30. Solution: (a) Would you mind (b) had better (c) let alone (d) There (e) It (f) was born (g) What does ... look like (h) as if (i) as soon as (j) would rather 31. Solution: (a) let alone (b) it (c) as if (d) would rather (e) as soon as (f) There (g) If (h) had better (i) What's ... like (j) have to 32. Solution: (a) had better (b) It (c) have to (d) there (e) What ... look like (f) As soon as (g) would rather (h) was born (i) let alone (j) as if 33. Solution: (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 (i) unless (j) as if 34. Solution: (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 35. Solution: (a) was born (b) No sooner had (c) had better (d) Used to (e) What’s the matter (f) But for (g) What do you mean (h) as if (i) It (j) has to 36. Solution: (a) had better (b) have to (c) as if (d) There (e) would rather (f) let alone (g) It (h) As soon as (i) was born (j) What does ... look like 37. Solution: (a) let alone (b) have to (c) What ...look like (d) would rather (e) As soon as (f) was born (g) as if (h) had better (i) There (j) Would you mind 38. Solution: (a) What's ... like (b) would rather (c) had better (d) There (e) as if (f) as soon as (g) let alone (h) It (i) was born (j) What if 39. Solution: (a) It (b) let alone (c) as soon as (d) as if (e) had better (f) What if (g) There (h) as long as (i) was born (j) have to 40. Solution: (a) let alone (b) What's it like (c) It (d) would rather (e) have to (I) as if (g) had better (h) was born (i) There (j) As soon as

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CHATTOGRAM BOARD ― 2017 ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) FIRST PAPER Read the passage and answer the questions A and B. The term ‘diaspora' is used to refer to people who have left their home lands and settled in other parts of the world, either because they were forced to do so or because they wanted to leave on their own. The word is increasingly used for such people as a collective group and/or a community. The world has seen many diasporas but scholars have been studying the phenomenon with great interest only In recent decades. Among the great diasporas of history is that of the Jewish people, who were forced to leave their lands in ancient times. The movement of Aryans from Central Europe to the Indian nub- continent thousands of years ago is also a noteworthy diaspora, although the causes of this diaspora are unclear. In twentieth century history, the Palestinian diaspora has attracted a lot of attention and been a cause of concern for world leaders because of the plight of Palestinians. There have been massive diasporas in Africa, too, over the centuries, either because of war or because of the ravages of nature. But the chief reason why the phenomenon of diaspora is attracting so much attention now is globalization. A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. 1 x 5 = 5 (a) The word 'decade' refers to –––– (i) thirty years (ii) fifty years (iii) ten years (iv) five years (b) What does diaspora mean? (i) People who live in their own country. (ii) People who go abroad. (iii) People who work in other countries. (iv) People who leave their own countries and settle In other, parts of the world. (c) The synonym of 'noteworthy is —-—. (i) insignificant (ii) noticeable (iii) invaluable (iv) appropriate (d) The Aryans came to the Indian sub-continent from-------. (i) America (ii) Africa (iii) Central Europe (iv) Europe (e) In Africa, there have been----. (i) massive diasporas (ii) a little diasporas (iii) no diasporas (iv) very little diasporas Answer: 1. A. Multiple choice (a) → (iii) ten years; (b)→ (iv) People who leave their own countries and settle in other parts of the world; (c)→ (ii) noticeable; (d)→ (iii) Central Europe; (e)→ (i) massive diasporas. B. Answer the following questions. (a) Why do people leave their own countries? (b) Do you think that there have been massive diasporas In Africa? (c) Why is diaspora attracting so much attention? (d) How do the twentieth century Palestinian diasporas draw the attention of the world leaders? (e) Why have the scholars been studying about the diasporas with great interest? Answer: B. Open-ended (i) people leave their own countries and settle in other parts of the world because they are often forced to leave their homeland or they prefer to do so of their own accord. (ii) Yes, I think that there have been massive diasporas in Africa over the centuries due to war or ravages of nature. (iii) The questions of diaspora now is attracting so much attention mainly because of the advantages of globalization. (iv) The Palestinian diasporas in the twentieth century have been able to draw a lot of attention of the world leaders because of the untold sufferings of the Palestinians. (v) The issue of diasporas is an old one. Scholars have been studying about the diasporas with great interest to identify the reasons of the increasing diasporas and to put forward their recommendations with a view to putting an end to this ever-increasing problem. DINAJPUR BOARD ― 2017 ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) FIRST PAPER 1. Read the following text and answer the questions A and B. Adolescents constitute a nation's core resource for national renewal and growth. Adolescence is a period in life when transition from childhood to adulthood takes place and behaviours and lifestyles are shaped. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), adolescence is the period which shapes the future of million adolescents in Bangladesh; 13.7 million of them are girls and 14.3 millions boys. The situation of adolescent girls in Bangladesh is characterised by inequality and subordination within the family and society. This inequality leads to widespread practice of child marriage, marginalisation or exclusion from health, education and economic opportunities, and vulnerability to violence and sexual abuse. In Bangladesh, the legal age of marriage is 18 for girls and 21 for boys. However, 33 percent of adolescent girls are married before the age of 15 and 60 percent become mothers by the age of 19. Research finds that adolescents with higher level of education and from more affluent families tend to marry at a later age. Boys, however, become ready for marriage only after several years of adolescence and young adulthood. A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. 1x5=5 (a) What could be the closest meaning for the word "constitute" in the first sentence? (i) take (ii) form (iii) add (iv) make (b) The phrase "take place" in the second sentence stands for — (i) occur (ii) recur (Hi) go to a place (iv) all of them (c) Adolescence is a-----period from childhood to adulthood. (i) transition (ii) transitory (iii) transitional (iv) transient (d) The synonym of 'affluent' is----. (i) destitute (ii) poor (iii) poverty (iv) well off (e) The word "economic" can be replaced by-------. (i) economy (ii) economical (iii) monetary (iv) finance Answer: 1. A. Multiple choice (a) ––– (ii) form: (b) ––– (i) occur (c) ––– (iii) transitional (d) ––– (iv) well oft (e)––– (iii) monetary. B. Answer the following questions. 2X5=10 (a) How will you define adolescence? (b) Why is adolescence important? (c) What do the adolescent girls in Bangladesh usually face? (d) What are the effects of female inequality in Bangladesh? (e) How do wealth and education Influence a girl's marriage? Answer B. Open-ended (a) Adolescence is a period in life when transition from childhood to adulthood takes place and behaviours and lifestyles are shaped. (b) Adolescence is important because this period shapes the future of girls' or boys' future lives. (c) The adolescent girls in Bangladesh usually face inequality and subordination within the family and society. (d) The effects of female inequality in Bangladesh are widespread practice of child marriage, marginalization or exclusion from health, education and economic opportunities and vulnerability to violence and sexual abuse, etc. (e) A girl with higher level of education and from a more affluent family tends to marry at a later age. Thus wealth and education influence a girl's marriage. RAJSHAHI BOARD ― 2017 ENGLISH (COMPULSORY) FIRST PAPER Part-I: Reading (60 Marks) 1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B. Kuakata, locally known as Sagar Kannya (Daughter of the Sea) is a rare scenic spot located on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh. It is 70 km from Patuakhali district headquarters and 320 km from Dhaka. An excellent combination of the picturesque natural beauty, sandy beaches, blue sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the bay of Bengal and the evergreen forest makes Kuakata a much sought after tourist destination. The name Kuakata takes its origin from the story of a ‘Kua’ ― or well- dug on the seashore by the early Rakhaine settlers for collecting drinking water. The Rakhaines had landed on Kuakata coast after being expelled from Arakan by the Mughals. Kuakata is a unique spot which allow a visitors to watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the beach. That perhaps makes Kuakata one of the world’s most attractive beaches. Kuakata is truly a virgin beach and a sanctuary for migratory winter birds. Fishing boats plying on the Bay of Bengal with colourful sails, surfing waves and the lines of coconut trees add to the vibrant colours of Kuakata. The indigenous culture of the Rakhaine community and hundred years old Buddhist temples indicate the age-old tradition and cultural heritage of this area. A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. (a) Scenic spot refers to ――. (i) a place havin multiple scenes (ii) a place having a calm atmosphere (ii) a place of unparalleled natural beauty (iv) a place having untidy spots (b) The word ‘shimmering’ in the text could be best replaced by ――. (i) shivering (ii) shining (iii) significant (iv) glaring (c) The Rakhine originally came from ――. (i) Ratuakhali district (ii) Latachapali union (iii) Kuakata coast (iv) Arakan district (d) The best synonym of ‘vibrant’ is ――. (i) thrilling (ii) colourful (iii) gorgeous (iv) brilliant (e) Kuakata is truly a virgin beach and sanctuary for migratory winter birds ―― what does it imply? (i) Kuakata is a beach in its original pure condition and a rare abode for guest birds. (ii) Kuakata is a place of rare beauty and world’s longest beach. (ii) Kuakata is untouched by human habitation. (iv) Kuakata is a natural habitat. Answer: 1. A a― (iii) a place of unparalleled natural beauty; b― (ii) shining c― (iv) Arakan district d― (iv) brilliant e― (i) Kuakata is a beach in its original pure condition and a rare abode for guest birds B. Answer the following questions. 2 × 5 = 10 (a) What does the expression ‘a much south after tourist destination’ mean? (b) Where does the name Kuakata come from? (c) What makes Kuakata an attractive tourist spot? (d) Why would one visit Kuakata? (e) ‘Kuakata’ upholds an ancient tradition, how? Answer: B. Open-ended (a) The expression ‘a much south after tourist destination’ means a very attractive tourist spot which the tourists of home and abroad greatly desire to visit. (b) The name ‘Kuakata’ comes from the story of ‘Kua’ or well- dug on the seashore by the early Rakhine settlers for collecting drinking water. (c) Kuakata has a genuine scenic beauty that attracts tourists. An excellent combination of the picuresque natural beauty, sandy beaches, blue sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the Bay-of Bengal and the evergreen forest makes Kuakata a much south after tourist destination. (d) One would visit Kuakata, one of the most beautiful beaches of the world, to enjoy its scenic natural beauty, sandy and foamy beaches, blue sky, evergreen forest, shimmering and the surfing waves, migratory birds, the unending line of coconut trees, etc. (e) Kuakata rightly upholds an ancient tradition and cultural heritage of this area being in possession of the native culture of the Rakhine community and hundred-year old Buddhist temples. Dhaka Board – 2017 English First Paper [N. B. ––The figures in the right margin indicate full marks. Answer all the questions.] Part I 1. Read the passage and answer the questions A and B :–– One of the sources of water in our country are the rivers. Rivers are everywhere in our life, literature, economy, and culture. But are the rivers in good shape? Unfortunately, they are not. A fer are already dead and several are going through the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is an example of a dying river. A report published in the Daily Sun describes what has happened to the river Buriganga and why. Its water is polluted and a perpetual strench fills the air around it. But that is not what it was like before. The report says that the river has a glorious past. Once it was a tributary of the mighty Ganges and flowed into the Bay of Bengal through the river Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link with the Ganges and got the name Buriganga. The Mughals marveled at the tide level of the Buriganga and founded their capital Jahangirnagar on its banks in 1610. The river supplied drinking water and supported trade and commerce. Jahangirnagar was renamed Dhaka which grew into a heavily populated city with a chronic shortage of space. The city paid back the bounty of the river by sucking life out of it! According to newspaper report, the Buriganga is dying because of pollution. Huge quantities of toxic chemicals and wastes from mills and factories, hospitals and clinics and households and other establishments are dumped into the river everyday. The city of Dhaka discharges about 4500 tons of solid waste everyday and most of it is directly released into the Buriganga. According to the department of the Environment (DoE) 20,000 tons of tannery waste, including some highly toxic materials are released into the river everyday. Experts identified nine industrial areas in and around the capital city as the primary sources of river pollution: Tongi, Tejgaon, Hazaribagh, Tarabo, Narayanganj, Savar, Gazipur, Dhaka Export Processing Zone and Ghorashal. A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives:– 1x5=5 (a) The word ‘tributary’ refers to ––––– (i) fountain (ii) territory (iii) stream (iv) kingdom (b) The Buriganga water fills the air with –––––– (i) aroma (ii) fragrance (iii) stink (iv) scent (c) ––––––– founded their capital on the bank of the Buriganga. (i) The British (ii) The Mughals (iii) The Indians (iv) The Bangladeshi (d) Which of the following statement is false? (i) Buriganga is a river (ii) Our rivers are not in good shape (iii) Jahangirnagar was once called Dhaka (iv) Water is being contaminated (e) The best synonym of ‘toxic’ is–––––––– (i) Poisonous (ii) Hygienic (iii) Healthy (iv) Useful B. Answer the following questions :–– 2x5=10 (a) What do you think is the condition of the rivers of our country? (b) What is the commercial value of the river Buriganga? (c) Why is the Buriganga described as an example of a dying river? Give reasons for your answer. (d) How is the Buriganga polluted? (e) What did the Mughals marvel at? What was the outcome of it?

Core Differences between Formal and Informal Writing Informal writing is quite common in speaking whereas formal writing is common in writing. Formal writing is objective whereas informal writing is subjective Formal writing is for impersonal use whereas informal writing is personal use. Informal writing encourages the use of slangs while formal writing does not encourage at all. The voice of formal writing is passive while that of informal writing is active The personal pronoun of formal writing is the third person whereas informal writing is the first and second person. The language used in formal writing is formulaic whereas in informal writing is direct. The tone used in formal writing is official and professional whereas in informal writing is personal and friendly. Informal writing encourages used of interjections while formal writing does not encourage interjections. The sentences used in formal writing are long and complex whereas in informal writing are short and simple. Formal writing is often more common in writing whereas; informal writing is more common in speaking than the writing. Formal writing is objective on the other hand; informal writing is subjective. Formal writing is for impersonal use. Conversely, informal writing is for personal use only. Formal writing uses vocabulary which is specific to the discipline, on the flip side, informal writing uses unspecific vocabulary about the subject. Formal writing avoids slang language, colloquialisms (common language in spoken English), but the informal writing is full of these two characteristics. Informal: May use colloquial words/expressions (kids, guy, awesome, a lot, etc.). Formal vs. Informal Words/Phrases Informal -----------------------Formal A bit ----------------A little A lot of ----------------Numerous Afraid ----------------Fearful Again & again ----------------Repeatedly Also ----------------In addition, additionally Anyway ----------------Nevertheless Ask ----------------Enquire Ask for ----------------Request Ask out ----------------Invite At first ----------------Initially At once ----------------Immediately Avoid ----------------Evade Away ----------------Absent Bad ----------------Negative Beat up ----------------Assault Better ----------------Improved Big/Large ----------------Enormous Block ----------------Undermine Blow up ----------------Explode Book ----------------Reserve Boss ----------------Employer Brave ----------------Courageous Break down ----------------Fail/Collapse Break off ----------------Suspend/adjourn Break out ----------------Erupt Bright/smart ----------------Intelligent Bring in ----------------Introduce Build ----------------Construct But ----------------However Buy ----------------Purchase By ----------------By means of Call off ----------------Cancel Call on ----------------Visit Can ----------------Is capable of Catch up ----------------Understand Chance ----------------Opportunity Cheap ----------------Inexpensive Check ----------------Verify Childish ----------------Immature Childish ----------------Infantile Choose ----------------Select Clear ----------------Transparent Climb ----------------Ascend Clothes ----------------Garment Come after ----------------Follow Come in ----------------Enter Come up to ----------------Reach/attain Complex ----------------Convoluted Dad ----------------Father Danger ----------------Peril Dare ----------------Challenge Deal with ----------------Handle Deal with ----------------Manage Death ----------------Demise Describe ----------------Depict Dim ----------------Indistinct Dirty/ polluted ----------------Contaminated Drop out of ----------------Withdraw (from) Eager ----------------Avid Ease ----------------Facilitate Empty ----------------Vacant End ----------------Terminate End ----------------Terminate/ Finish Enjoyment ----------------Gratification Enough ----------------Sufficient Expect ----------------Anticipate Explain ----------------Disclose Fall out ----------------Quarrel Fight ----------------Combat Find out ----------------Learn/Discover Fork out ----------------Pay (money) Free ----------------Liberate Free ----------------Release Friendly ----------------Amiable Funny ----------------Humorous, amusing Get ----------------Obtain Get ----------------Receive Get away ----------------Elude Get by ----------------Survive Get out ----------------Escape Give ----------------Donate Give ----------------Provide Give out ----------------Distribute Give up ----------------Quit Go ----------------Depart Go after ----------------Pursue Go against ----------------Oppose Go ahead ----------------Proceed Go away ----------------Leave/ depart Go before ----------------Precede Go down ----------------Decrease Go on ----------------Continue Go out of ----------------Exit Go through ----------------Examine Go up ----------------Increase Good ----------------Positive Good for ----------------Beneficial Good looking ----------------Attractive Happy ----------------Pleased Help ----------------Aid/ Assist Help ----------------Assist Informal -----------------------Formal Informal -----------------------Formal Here ----------------Present Hit out at ----------------Criticise Hopeless ----------------Futile Hungry ----------------Famished Hurry ----------------Haste, hasten Hurt ----------------Damage, harm Idea ----------------Notion Imagine ----------------Envisage In charge of ----------------Responsible In the end ----------------Finally Iron out ----------------Solve/overcome (a problem/difficulty) Job ----------------Occupation Keep ----------------Preserve Kidding ----------------Jesting Kids ----------------Children Lack ----------------Deficiency Laid back ----------------Relaxed Lead to ----------------Cause Leave out ----------------Omit Let ----------------Allow Let ----------------Permit Link up ----------------Connect Live ----------------Reside Lively ----------------Energetic Look at ----------------Regard Look for ----------------Seek Look into ----------------Investigate Look like ----------------Resemble Look up to ----------------Respect Lucky ----------------Fortunate Mad ----------------Insane Mainly ----------------Principally Make out ----------------Discern Make up ----------------Fabricate Make up ----------------Invent Marvelous ----------------Exceptional Maybe ----------------Perhaps Mend ----------------Repair Naked ----------------Nude Need ----------------Request Need ----------------Require Next/later ----------------Subsequently Okay, ok ----------------Acceptable Old ----------------Elderly Older ----------------Senior Over ----------------At an end Pay back ----------------Repay Pick up ----------------Collect Pin down ----------------Determine Point out ----------------Indicate Put in ----------------Insert Put off ----------------Postpone Put up with ----------------Tolerate Put/ set down ----------------Deposit Rack up ----------------Accumulate Really big ----------------Considerable Refer to ----------------Consult Remove ----------------Eliminate Rich ----------------Wealthy Right ----------------Correct Round ----------------Circular Say ----------------Express Say no ----------------Reject Say sorry ----------------Apologise See ----------------Observe See ----------------Perceive Seem ----------------Appear Set out ----------------Display Settle for ----------------Choose Show ----------------Demonstrate Sick ----------------Ill Sight ----------------Vision Small ----------------Diminutive So ----------------Therefore Speed up ----------------Accelerate Start/ Begin ----------------Commence Stop ----------------Cease Stubborn ----------------Obstinate Sweat ----------------Perspiration Take out ----------------Remove Talk about ----------------Discuss/consider Talk into ----------------Persuade Tell ----------------Inform Test ----------------Experiment Thanks ----------------Gratitude Think about ----------------Consider Think of ----------------Conceive Throw away ----------------Discard Throw out ----------------Eject Tired ----------------Exhausted/ Fatigued Tough ----------------Difficult Try ----------------Endeavour Try out ----------------Test Use ----------------Utilize Use/Eat ----------------Consume Wait for ----------------Await Want/ hope ----------------Desire Whole ----------------Entire/Complete Wood ----------------Timber Worse ----------------Inferior Wrong ----------------Incorrect Young ----------------Youthful

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