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DHAKA BOARD2023
52 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A good boy is accustomed (a)  hard work. He is not addicted (b)  any bad thing. He is not
averse (c)  any hard work. He clings (d)  his determination. Since he is used (e)  hard
work, he is not doubtful (f)  his success. He is very much conscious (g)  his duties. He is not
boastful (h)  his talents. He behaves well (i)  all. He attends (j)  his studies.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there What does.... look like? As soon as was born let alone
would rather What’s it like? it have to had better
(a) Time is very valuable. We  utilize time properly.
(b) I  take a taxi than walk home. It is already too late.
(c) Long ago  lived a mighty king Kubla Khan. He built an amazing palace in deep dark forest.
(d)  watching a horror film at midnight? You are really scared.
(e) It is winter. You  buy a coat.
(f)  the balcony ? It looks very beautiful but it is really small.
(g) Bangladesh  as an independent state on 16 December 1971 after nine months bloody war
against the occupation Pakistan Army.
(h)  was in China that the art of Bonsai originated perhaps more than 1000 years ago.
(i) I cannot ride a bicycle  a motor cycle. I have no money to buy any of them.
(j)  the rain stopped, I started for home.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, .
(b) English is an international language. I wish  .
(c) It is a long time since .
(d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don’t like people who .
(e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than .
(f) The old man is very weak. He is walking slowly .
(g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without
knowing the meaning, .
(h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time .
(i) Had I earned enough money .
(j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So I have to go to station with a view to .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Student life is the best time for (a)  (prepare) ourselves for future. It is (b)  (call) the seed time
of life. So during this period of life students mustn’t (c)  (waste) time. The main pursuit of the
students (d)  (be) study. They should prepare themselves for the life (e)  (lie) ahead. They
should also (f)  (participate) in co-curricular activities. By (g)  (read) newspaper they will
know what (h)  (happen) in the world. When the country (i)  (face) with a natural calamity,
they should (j)  (come) forward with a view to (k)  (remove) the sufferings of the affected
people. Even in normal times they (l)  (engage) themselves in acts of social service. The students
cannot do well in the examination without (m)  (work) hard. It is a pity that many students are
trying to (n)  (succeed) in the shortest and easiest way.
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5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7

“Where will you get admission after your HSC Examination? Do you have any choice?” said the
teacher to Susmita. “I’m not yet sure what I have to do because everything depends on my result.”
“You should have a choice. Be positive and optimistic.”
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Cricket is an (a)  (pre-modify the noun) game. It is not a game of (b)  (use possessive to pre-
modify the noun) country. A (c)  (use a noun adjective to pre-modify the noun) match is played
between two teams. (d)  (use a distributive pronoun to pre-modify the noun) team consists of
eleven players. A cricket field must be (e)  (post modify the noun). It requires two wooden bats, a
ball and two sets of stumps. (f)  (use a numeral adjective to pre-modify the noun) umpires
conduct the game. Sometimes, a third umpire is required (g)  (use an infinitive to post-modify the
verb) an acute confusion. (h)  (use a participle to pre-modify the noun) the opportunity, the
batter hits the ball away at a good distance and runs to the opposite wicket. If (i)  (use an
indefinite pronoun to pre-modify the noun) batter is out, next batter comes in his place. Both teams
try (j)  (use an adverbial phrase to post modify) to out all batters of the opposite.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Happiness is a relative term (a)  it depends upon some factors. (b) , contentment is the key to
happiness. (c)  contentment varies from person to person. (d) , a beggar may be contented
with only ten taka. (e) , a wealthy person may be dissatisfied even after getting one million taka.
(f) , it is said that contentment brings happiness. (g) , we must learn to be contented with
what we have. (h) , this learning is the simplest way to remain happy. (i) , we must
remember that our life is short. (j) , in this short life we cannot get everything (k)  we want.
(1)  we want everything, we will not get happiness. (m) , we will get frustrated and we will
plunge into the world of sadness. (n) , it is always better to be contented with what we have than
to live in eternal sadness.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A good writer may be a good reader. A good reader may be a good speaker or make good recitation.
Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not lazy. The main thing is sincerity. Seriousness
should also be taken under consideration. If a man is serious, he can make impossible to be
possible. If we become serious in our intention we can shine in life.
(a) Good (antonym) (f) Lazy (antonym) (k) Serious (antonym)
(b) Writer (synonym) (g) Main (antonym) (l) Possible (antonym)
(c) Speaker (synonym) (h) Sincerity (synonym) (m) Intention (synonym)
(d) Recitation (synonym) (i) Seriousness (synonym) (n) Shine (synonym)
(e) Impossible (antonym) (j) Consideration (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Lion : How dare you wake me up
Mouse : Im sorry sir I did not mean to wake you I was just playing
Lion : Now Im going to kill you.
Mouse : Oh please sir. Have mercy on me one day, I can be your help.
Lion : What rubbish How can a little mouse help a big lion
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of ‘X’ college. Now, write an application to your Principal to
establish a debating club in the college. 10
11. Write a paragraph about the benefits of early rising by using listing style within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph describing the causes of price-hike in Bangladesh and its effects within 200
words. 15
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RAJSHAHI BOARD2023
53 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
But at last God took pity (a)  him. One day the sailor was watching the water-snakes swimming
(b)  the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled (c)  such a strange wonder
that he felt a great love (d)  them and blessed them (e)  his heart. At once, the dead albatross
fell (f)  his neck (g)  the sea. A gentle breeze began to blow (h)  the south and the old man
fell (i)  a deep sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old man
was relieved (j)  his sufferings.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
if there has to what’s...like had better
what does—look like was born let alone would rather as soon as
(a) Rupa  take up the profession of teaching than be a nurse. She thinks teaching is a noble
profession.
(b) Edmund Burke was an orator, writer and shrewd politician. He  in 1729 in England.
(c) He cannot teach in a high school,  in a university.
(d)  is difficult to regain lost health. So, we should always take care of our health.
(e)  flows a river beside our village. The river is useful to us in many ways.
(f) Sarika is an examinee. She  study a lot to make a good result.
(g)  honesty ? I think it to be a noble virtue.
(h) Rita is ill. We  go to see her. She will be happy to see us.
(i) The girls fell sick  they had foods. The foods were contaminated.
(j)  an elephant ? I have never seen it before.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) The martyrs laid down their lives in 1971. They did it so that .
(b) It’s too late. , we would not have missed the train.
(c) The poem is too difficult for .
(d) Danger comes where . So, we have to be careful in our life.
(e) She spoke as if . She was actually a quack.
(f) The thief was afraid of police. He ran away lest  arrested.
(g) Despite , he helps his relatives.
(h) He took Logic  History. History seems to be difficult to him.
(i) If I had been hungry, . But I am not hungry at all.
(j) Corruption is a curse. It is high time the government .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
If all the children (a)  (go) to school, the country (b)  (get) rid of the curse of illiteracy. To
boost up education, the govt. (c)  (spend) more money. Subsidies must (d)  (give) in the
education sector. Teachers (e)  (need) to (f)  (train) for good teaching. The poor students can
(g)  (bring) under "Food for Education" programme. We (h)  (take) care that no institution (i)
 (close) down due to political clashes. All concerned (j)  (be) conscious about it. If we cannot
(k)  (keep) pace with the present world, we (l)  (lag) behind. For this we have to (m) 
(ensure) education for all and set a bright prospect for (n)  (implement) all necessary steps.
5. Change the narrative style by using indirect speeches. 7
“I can chop some wood today,” said Jerry. “But I have a boy coming from the orphanage.” “I am the
boy.” “You? But you are small.” Size does not matter, chopping wood,” said Jerry. “Some of the big
boys don't chop good. I’ve been chopping wood for a long time,” said Jerry to the writer.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
People around were just watching as the (a)  (pre-modify the noun) boy started (b)  (post-
modify the verb) into the (c)  (pre-modify the noun) canal. Then the traffic constable came. (d)
 (pre-modify the noun with a present participle) no time, he jumped into the canal. The (e) 
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(pre-modify the noun with an adjective) constable did not think of his (f)  (pre-modify the noun)
life. He was (g)  (use an intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) kind that he risked his life. People
(h)  (post-modify the noun) by the canal praised him (i)  (post-modify the verb with an
adverb). This type of person is a model (j)  (post-modify the noun).
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
The greatness of a book depends (a)  on the acceptability among the readers. (b)  we read a
book (c)  once, we can discover many things in it. (d)  basing on one reading, we cannot
judge the standard of a book. (e)  a book is praised (f) , we have no doubt about the
greatness of the book. (g)  the first reading, we may not understand a book. But if it is read more
than once, we will see (h)  it was read (i)  praised. So, the great books are those (j)  have
passed the test of time. (k)  the appeal of a great book doesn't decrease. (l) , the greatness of
the book is newly felt (m)  time passes. (n) , a great book is widely read and reread by people
all over the world.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
He is optimistic of his success. He works hard and abides by his teachers’ guidelines. He
understands that it is important to be diligent. He does not rely on any one and believes that
honesty and hard work can help one reach the peak of success. He harbours the faith that a
laborious man is sure to shine.
(a) optimistic (antonym) (f) important (antonym) (k) peak (synonym)
(b) success (antonym) (g) diligent (synonym) (l) harbour (synonym)
(c) hard (synonym) (h) rely (synonym) (m) laborious (antonym)
(d) guidelines (synonym) (i) honesty (antonym) (n) shine (synonym)
(e) understand (synonym) (j) help (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Raja : What are you doing Rana
Rana : I am reading a letter
Raja : Letter? From whom
Rana : It’s from my pen friend. Shes an Australian. Her names Lucy.
Raja : How old is she
Rana : Sixteen The same as us. She lives in Sydney,
Raja : Sydney what’s that
Rana : Its a city in the south-east of Australia.
Raja : How do you know about it
Rana : Lucy has sent me a picture of it.
Raja : Can you show me the picture
Rana : Yes, here it is. You see, it looks very nice, doesn’t it
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Shafayat. You want to get admitted into an English Language Course run by
the British Council. Write an e-mail to the manager for detail. 10
11. Write a paragraph on "Importance of Moral Values” in 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on “Global Warming” in 200 words. 15
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JASHORE BOARD2023
54 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Books are really our best friends as we can rely (a)  them when we are bored, upset, depressed,
lonely or annoyed. They share (b)  us information and knowledge whenever we need. They enable
us to have a glimpse (c)  cultures, traditions, arts, history, geography, health, psychology and
many other subjects and aspects of life. Good books always guide us (d)  the right path (e) 
life. Reading good books helps us understand the world (f)  us better. While reading books, we
build new and creative thoughts, images and opinions (g)  our mind. This habit helps us explore
life (h)  different perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects (i)  our body,
mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j)  the best qualities that a person can
possess.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
was born as soon as would father what does....look like had better
what's ...like have to/has to let alone there it
(a) Manners make a man. Students  practise good manners in everyday life.
(b) You look exhausted. You  take rest to refresh yourself.
(c) Raihan has not yet got 1st dose of COVID-19 vaccine,  booster dose.
(d) Our spring is very charming. During spring, various kinds of flowers bloom.  seems that
everything has got a new life.
(e) Ria :  the frozen mountain peak ?
Purnima : It looks like a white dome.
(f) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He  in Churulia of West Bengal.
(g) The sky is cloudy and it may storm at any moment. So, we should start our journey 
possible.
(h)  your family ? I belong to a nuclear family.
(i) I  learn than quarrel with them.
(j)  was a time when people used to travel on foot or riding animals.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to .
(b) If I had the wings of a bird, I .
(c) Unity is strength. United we stand, .
(d) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless .
(e) Whenever my uncle comes to our house, he . I have never seen him coming to our house
empty-handed.
(f) It is high time you . It is detrimental to health.
(g) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough ?
(h) John is fond of reading. Whenever he goes to the book fair, .
(i) Rima is a good singer. She sings so well that .
(j) Since Bangladesh is an agricultural country, . We should put emphasis on our agricultural
sectors.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Dhaka, the world’s densest and fastest growing city, (a)  (face) unbearable traffic jams. There (b)
 (be) many reasons for this. The ever increasing number of vehicles and population (c)  (be)
the main reason. During a traffic jam, people (d)  (has) to suffer much. They have to (e) 
(move) inch by inch. They have to wait on roads hours after hours (f)  (face) unbearable
sufferings. Again, the roads of Dhaka city (g)  (be not) spacious. Only seven percent of Dhaka city
is (h)  (cover) by roads, compared with around 25 percent of Paris and Vienna. If anybody falls in
a traffic jam. he (i)  (not know) when he will reach home. Sometimes, a distance of 1km (j) 
(take) an hour to cross. Office and school goers find it very difficult (k)  (reach) their destination
in time. Our government (l)  (try) heart and soul to solve this problem. Flyovers (m)  (build) in
different places in order to control traffic jam. Besides, traffic police and sergeants (n)  (see) filing
cases against vehicles breaking road transport rules. But still it is becoming impossible to control
traffic jam.
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5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7

"I have won a lottery and got 10 lakh taka," said Samira. "Congratulations!" I said. "What do you
intend to do with the large amount of money?" "I want to serve my poor village people. So, I have
made up my mind to establish a hospital in our rural area," Samira replied. "Thank you," I said. "I
shall also help you in this respect."
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Language plays a (a)  (pre-modify the adjective with an intensifier) important role in our life. We
use language from the time we wake up (b)  (post-modify the verb) till we go to bed at night. We
use language not only in our (c)  (pre-modify the noun) hours, but also in our dreams. We use
language (d)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) what we feel and to say what we like or
dislike. We also use language (e)  (post-modify the verb with an infinitive) information. Language
is (f)  (pre-modify the adjective) present in our life. It is an (g)  (pre-modify the noun) part of
our life. As an (h)  (pre-modify the noun) nation we also have a language. But we had to struggle
(i)  (use adverb to post-modify the verb) to establish the right to our language. Many (j)  (pre-
modify the noun with an adjective) sons of our country sacrificed their lives for our mother-tongue.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Leisure is the moment (a)  a man is totally free from his work. In leisure, a man is (b)  free
from work but also from worries and tension. (c) , it is a time, (d)  a man is his own master
and the mind is relaxed (e)  the body is at rest. (f)  our life is full of duties. By performing our
duties one after another, it seems (g)  our life is an exhausting business. This is the tragedy of
our life that we cannot avoid our work and worries. (h) , leisure helps us to break this chain and
enable us to refresh ourselves and revive our spirit. Leisure breaks the monotony of existence with a
touch of variety. (i)  we look into developed countries, we will see that people love to spend their
leisure in different ways. (j) , they never idle away their leisure time. (k) , it is seen that some
people love to go for travelling, some enjoy sight-seeing in different places. (l) , some people
spend their free time playing different types of games. (m)  leisure is always a source of joy. (n)
, everybody should try to find leisure to enjoy it to make the life happy and peaceful.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Illiteracy is a curse. It retards all development work of a country. It is said that an illiterate nation
gropes in darkness with no definite goal. In fact, an illiterate person is conservative, superstitious
and blind. He can contribute very little to his society and country. He is unconscious and unaware of
his right and responsibilities. The whole country is responsible for this. Most of our people are
illiterate and poor. In fact, illiteracy, caused by poverty, stands in the way of success. All should be
practical and pragmatic while addressing this problem. Effective measures must be taken by all
concerned to remove illiteracy and thus make the nation enlightened.
(a) curse (antonym) (f) conservative (antonym) (k) responsibilities
(b) retards (synonym) (g) little (synonym) (synonym)
(c) illiterate (antonym) (h) unconscious (synonym) (l) measure (synonym)
(d) darkness (antonym) (i) whole (synonym) (m) poor (antonym)
(e) goal (synonym) (j) success (antonym) (n) remove (synonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Rodela : Hello Rahela what are you doing
Rahela : I'm reading a newspaper
Rodela : Do you read them regularly
Rahela : Yes everyday before breakfast Dont you
Rodela : No I don’t. Whats the use of it
Rahela : Newspaper is an indispensable part of our life It helps us in many ways.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of class XII of 'X' college. Write an application to the principal of
your college for ensuring safe drinking water in the college campus. 10
11. Write a paragraph on 'The Padma Bridge', within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on 'The causes and effects of failure in English' within 200 words. 15
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CUMILLA BOARD2023
55 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
A craftwork is an applied form (a)  art, a social and cultural product reflecting the inclusive
nature (b)  folk imagination. A craftwork, which usually doesn't bear the signature of its maker,
retains a personal touch. When we look (c)  a thirty years old Nakshi Kantha, we wonder (d) 
its motif and designs that point (e)  the artistic ingenuity and the presence of the maker (f) 
it. The fact that we do not know her name or any other detail (g)  her does not take anything (h)
 from our appreciation (i)  the artist. Indeed, the intimate nature (j)  the Kantha and the
tactile feeling it generates animate the work and make it very inviting.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there let alone have to had better what does.... look like
it would rather as soon as was born what’s—like
(a) The tennis match restarted  the rain had stopped.
(b) In England, most school children  wear a uniform. Is it the same in Bangladesh?
(c) In our country, rainy season is very different. During this season  rains heavily without any gap.
(d) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He  in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional
Greek beliefs and so he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock.
(e) Long ago,  lived a mighty warrior, Kublai Khan. He built an amazing palace in a deep dark
and mysterious forest.
(f) A warrior  die than surrender to enemies. He loves his country more than his life.
(g) We  take an umbrella. It may rain today.
(h)  the weather  today?
(i) Baby : Mom,  a ghost ?
(j)  has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) There is a wise saying that united we stand, , So, we must be united to reach our expected goal.
(b) Industry is the key to success. We work hard so that .
(c) My younger brother is very fond of me. Whenever I go out, .
(d) Bangladesh is my motherland. It is blessed with rivers. Inspite of that, we do not get water
during dry season because .
(e) If we lose the morning hours of life, .
(f) I can't recall his name. It is long since .
(g) The poem is too difficult . The teacher told us to listen to him very carefully.
(h) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. Would that .
(i) We met the strange person while .
(j) Would you mind ? I am very thirsty.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Newspaper (a)  (consider) the people's parliament. The newspaper (b)  (play) a vital role in
modern civilization. It (c)  (call) to be the mirror of the world. We must (d)  (develop) the habit
of (e)  (read) the newspaper daily. It helps us (f)  (acquire) general knowledge, which (g) 
(be) essential for our education. Nobody (h)  (maintain) contact with the outside world without
reading the newspaper. Mere bookish knowledge (i)  (be) not sufficient in the struggle of life. A
man who (j)  (read) the newspaper daily (k)  (be) like a creature of the narrow well. Being
ignorant of current topics, he cannot (l)  (take) part in the talks and discussions in an
enlightened society and he (m)  (live) like a fish out of water in it. Students (n)  (ask) for
reading newspaper daily.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
"What's a puppet show?" Mita said to her father. Father said, "Let's go inside and you can see
yourself." Inside the tent Mita said, "How strange! A doll is dancing and talking." Father said, "A man
behind the screen is moving the doll. Do you understand who is talking?"
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Amerigo, (a)  (use noun in apposition) lives alone. His parents now live separate and none of
them wants (b)  (use infinitive to post-modify the verb) his responsibility. (c)  (use possessive
to pre-modify the noun) mother told him to go away because she is married to another man. (d) 
(use determiner to pre-modify the noun) streets are now his home. He wanted (e)  (use adjective
to pre-modify the noun) money from his father to buy a (f)  (use noun adjective to pre-modify the
noun) ticket. But his father did not answer. He earns his living by working hard. (g)  (use
adverbial to pre-modify the verb) he finds work. Some of (h)  (use demonstrative to pre-modify
the noun) works are very risky for him. Once he sold ice-cream (i)  (use prepositional phrase to
post modify the verb). But he got (j)  (use quantifier to pre-modify the noun) money in return
from the owner of the ice-cream shop.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Health (a)  is the root of all happiness, can be enjoyed taking adequate care of body and mind.
People (b)  are always under mental stress and suffer from anxieties cannot enjoy a good health,
(c)  to enjoy good health, it is also necessary to keep our mind sound. They are doctors (d) 
say that simple and carefree life is more conducive to health. Many people, (e) , are not aware of
health rules. They (f)  take physical exercise (g)  take proper food. (h) , a huge number of
people of our country live below poverty line. (i)  they cannot afford to eat good food. (j)  they
cannot enjoy good health. (k) , awareness about health rules (l)  following them are very
important in maintaining good health. (m)  only healthy people can contribute to the national
development. (n)  we must be careful of our health.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Education is one of the basic needs of human being and is essential for any kind of development.
The poor socio-economic condition of Bangladesh can largely be attributed to most people’s
inaccessibility to education. Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health, sanitation
and population control. If they were educated, they could live a healthy and planned life. Education
teaches us how to earn well and how to spend well. It enables us to make the right choices in life
and to perform our duties properly. It enhances our ability to raise crops, store food, protect the
environment and carry out our social responsibilities.
(a) basic (synonym) (f) illiterate (synonym) (k) spend (antonym)
(b) essential (synonym) (g) sanitation (synonym) (l) enable (antonym)
(c) development (synonym) (h) population (synonym) (m) properly (synonym)
(d) condition (synonym) (i) healthy (antonym) (n) ability (antonym)
(e) inaccessibility (antonym) (j) teach (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Laila : I cant see anything. Where am I?
Aunt : Youre safe in your Aunts house. Whats the matter?
Laila : I’m afraid I can hear a sound.
Aunt : But I cant.
Laila : Listen again can you hear it now?
Aunt : Yes I can.
Laila : Is it a ghost?
Aunt : No, its only an owl.
Laila : Owl But it makes a horrible sound.
Aunt : It’s a bird only dear.
Laila : Could you sleep with me?
Aunt : Okay Now go to sleep Laila You’re very tired After your long journey.
Laila : You’re right.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Imagine, you are Arif, a student of 'N' College. Flood has caused a great damage all around
your locality. Now, write an application to the Principal of your college to open a relief camp
in your college premises so that you can send relief goods to the flood affected people in your
locality. 10
11. Write a paragraph of description on "Your Favourite Teacher" within 200 words. 15
12. Write a compare and contrast paragraph on "City life and Rural life" within 200 words. 15
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CHATTOGRAM BOARD2023
56 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Corruption is a curse (a)  a nation. It is a great hinderance (b)  the development. (c) 
corrupt people, a nation will surely sink (d)  oblivion. Corrupt people are hated by all. The
common people have no respect (e)  them. They are devoid (f)  honesty. The stick (g) 
their evil activities. They do not abide (h)  the social rules. Morality does not have any effect (i)
 them. They bring nothing for the nation. It is high time we stood (j)  them.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
as soon as had better has to would rather what's it like
what does.... look like there it was born let alone
(a) A good citizen  peform a lot of things. These things will eanble him to become a true patriot.
(b)  is no fish here. It's a swimming pool.
(c) Mr. Habib is an honest man. He  starve than take bribe.
(d)  walking alone through a forest? I had never faced such a situation.
(e)  she finished her work, she called her father.
(f) Sumi : Mom,  a fox ?
Mother : Well, it is somewhat like dog.
(g) He is very miserly. He doesn't help his neighbours,  the villagers.
(h) I went to my village home on foot.  took me two hours to reach there.
(i) The weather is getting worse. I  start for home. My parents will be anxious for me.
(j) Tennyson was a great victorian poet. He  in England.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) We take physical exercise so that .
(b) Air is polluted in many ways. It is high time .
(c) Prosperity does not come in one's life automatically. If , you can't prosper in life.
(d) Time is very important in our life. You can't succeed in life unless .
(e) He wrote very quickly. He had finished the exam before the .
(f) A village doctor is a person who . He is the best firend to the villagers.
(g) We all are attracted to gold. But  is not gold.
(h) I am fond of cricket. I wish .
(i) He walks slowly lest .
(j) He is dull headed. The poem is too difficult .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
While (a)  (eat) food, we should (b)  (bear) in mind that we don't eat just to (c)  (satisfy)
hunger or to (d)  (fill) the belly. We eat to (e)  (preserve) our health. For good health, a man (f)
 (eat) good food. Sometimes, it so (g)  (happen) that people who (h)  (live) even in the
midst of plenty do not (i)  (eat) the food they ned for good health. Actually they (j)  (have) no
knowledge of health and nutrition. They don't know how to (k)  (select) a balanced diet from the
many foods that (l)  (be) available to them. Besides, foods are being (m)  (adulterate) in many
ways now a days. So, it is high time we (n)  (select) right kind of foods for avoiding health hazard.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
"What's your deam? Do you have any dream?" Said Zayed. "Yes, I have a dream. My dream is a full plate of
rice." Said Robi. "Come with me. I am going to materialize your dream." "How kind you are!" Said Robi.
6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
We know that (a)  (use quantifier to pre modify the noun) species are important for miantaining
(b)  (pre modify the noun) balance. If one is lost, the whole natrual environment changes (c) 
(post modify the verb). In order to protect the enviornment from being spoilt, we should protect (d)
 (use possessive to pre modify the noun) wild life. (e)  (use determiner to pre modify the noun
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phrase) good news is that many countries are taking action (f)  (use infinitive phrase to post
modify the verb.) George Laycock, (g)  (use appositive to post modify the noun) writes, "Mankind
must develop a concern for wild creatures and determine that (h)  (use demonstrative to pre
modify the noun) wild species will not perish (i)  (use prepositional phrase as post modifier). We
have to save wild animals (j)  (use relative clause as post modifier).
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Early rising is one of the best habits (a)  a man can possess. (b) , the benefits of early rising
are many. (c) , if we get up early, we get enough time to work. (d) , we can enjoy the fresh air
of the morning which refreshes our body and mind. (e) , we can take some exercise or a walk. (f)
, in the morning nature smiles with colourful flowers and chirping of birds. (g) , early rising
takes us to close contact with wonderful world of nature. (h) , if we do not get up early in the
morning, we will suffer a lot. (i) , we do not have enough time to do our work. (j) , we cannot
finish our work in time. (k) , late rising from bed tells upon our health. (l) , we can never
enjoy the freshness of nature. (m) , early rising keeps us safe and sound both phsyically and
mentally. (n) , we should make a habit of early rising.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A good writer must be a good reader. A good reader may be a good speaker or make a good
recitation. Nothing of this is impossible for a man if he is not lazy. The main things is sincerity.
Seriousness should also be taken under consideration. If a man is serious, he can make impossible
possible. If we become serious in our intention. We can shine in life. Otherwise, we will suffer a lot
and our life will fill up with unhappiness.
(a) writer (synonym) (f) lazy (antonym) (k) intention (synonym)
(b) good (antonym) (g) sincerity (antonym) (l) shine (synonym)
(c) speaker (synonym) (h) seriousness (synonym) (m) suffer (synonym)
(d) recitation (synonym) (i) consideration (synonym) (n) unhappiness (antonym)
(e) impossible (synonym) (j) possible (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Student : May I come in Sir
Principal : Yes come in. What is your problem
Student : I want to change my 4th subject Sir.
Principal : Why
Student : Sir Mathematics is now my 4th subject but it seems to me very difficult. So I want to
take biology instead of Mathematics.
Principal : Do you thingk biology is an easy subject
Student : Not easy. Sir but easier than mathematics.
Principal : Ok Write an application. Remember your application must be endorsed by your
guardian. Otherwise, it will not be accepted.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are student of 'X' college. There is no multimedia class room in your college.
Now, write an application to the principal for setting up multimedia class rooms. 10
11. Write a paragraph on "The War of Independence of Bangladesh" within 200 words. 15
12. Write a paragraph on "Environment Pollution" mentioning, its causes and effects within 200 words.15
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SYLHET BOARD2023
57 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Corruption is a curse (a)  a nation. It is a great hindrance (b)  the development. (c) 
corrupted people, a nation will surely suffer (d)  the long run. Corrupted people are hated (e) 
all. The common mass have no good feeling (f)  them. They are devoid (g)  honesty and purity.
They don’t abide (h)  the social rules. Morality doesn’t have any impact (i)  these criminals.
They bring no sweet fruit for their land and so it is high time we stood (j)  them unitedly.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
there was born what does... look like as soon as let alone
had better it would rather what’s it like have to
(a) Anika can’t afford a bus ticket  air ticket.
(b) It may rain today, you  reach home earlier.
(c)  is many years since we first met. How time does fly!
(d) As his brother met an accident, he needs to go to hospital  possible.
(e) We  develop our view about hartal and strike. Let's change our destructive culture.
(f)  have been remarkable changes in the behaviour of our young generation.
(g) Maria Manda is a promising footballer of our country. She  in a remote village, Kalshindur.
(h)  having integrity in one's character? It is the best quality of a man.
(i) He is very poor but honest. He  starve than cheat anybody.
(j)  a squirrel ?
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Most of the rivers are getting polluted day by day. It is high time .
(b) Milk is rich in food values. We should take milk everyday so that .
(c) Mr. John is very interested in tourism. He wants to visit Bangladesh with a view to .
(d) I like to play cricket in my leisure time. When I get a chance, .
(e) No nation can develop without education. So, it is rightly said that .
(f) Mina really sings well. If she gets opportunity, .
(g) He was a petty clerk. But he behaved as though .
(h) The weather of that night was very rough. I would have met you provided .
(i) Bangladesh is a small country. Though it has a small area, .
(j) English is an international language. There is not a country in the world where .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
It is natural that a man cannot (a)  (live) alone. He always (b)  (need) a company. He has to
(c)  (express) his thought and ideas, (d)  (think) others while the others (e)  (be) of the
same needs. He (f)  (have) also the need of others for (g)  (ensure) their safety and comfort.
So, he is bound (h)  (live) with others (i)  (make) an institution and it (j)  (call) society.
Society (k)  (be) the first organization which (l)  (make) by our primitive ancestors. They (m)
 (be) the first to contribute to (n)  (develop) the civilization.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
Mr. Kalam said to the bank manager, “ May I get in, sir?” “Yes, come in,” said the bank manager. Mr.
Kalam said, “I want to open a bank account.” The manager said, “What type of account will you
open?” “ I want to open a savings account, “said Mr. Kalam. “Please go to the front desk. The officer
will help you.” "Thank you very much," Mr. Kalam said.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Drug addiction among the young generation has become a (a)  (pre modify the noun) concern. Drug is
mainly used as medicine (b)  (use an infinitive to post modify the verb) diseases and an excess of
taking drug for no disease is called drug addiction. It has grasped the young generation (c)  (post
modify the verb). They take drugs to forget (d)  (use possessive to pre modify the noun) sadness, (e)
 (pre modify the noun) people take drugs (f)  (use adverb to post modify). Drug addiction causes (g)
 (pre modify the noun) harm to human body. (h)  (use a participle) them aware, we can remove this
curse from our society. All concerned should take initiatives (i)  (use an infinitive to post modify the
verb) it. The criminals should be punished with an (j)  (use a noun adjective) hand.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Bangladesh is a free and sovereign country. (a)  it was a part of Pakistan from 1947 to 1971. In
1971 it became independent (b)  started its journey as a free nation, (c)  the journey was not
smooth at all. On 7 March, 1971 (d)  Bangabandhu delivered his speech, the common mass got
united (e)  started their preparation for a war. The Pakistani forces started mass killing (f) 
killed about 30 lakh innocent people. They thought (g)  they could suppress the Bangalees
within a few days. (h)  the brave sons of our land proved them wrong.(i)  the freedom fighters
didn’t have modern weapons in their hand, they were the real patriots and courageous. (j) , after
few months they became successful in their mission. (k)  the long waited date came (l)  the
Bangalees got their victory on 16 December, 1971. (m)  we are the citizens of a free land (n) 
marching forward to the way of lasting development very quickly.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Facebook is a very popular social networking site with over eight hundred million users. But it has
both positive and negative effects on its users. We can keep touch with our friends and relatives. It is
the best means to stay connected with people. Facebook helps us make friendship even with
unknown people. On the other hand, it is very easy for cyber bullies to thrive. They can harass any
one. Besides, teenagers are spending too much time on it.
(a) popular (antonym) (f) connected (antonym) (k) thrive (synonym)
(b) effects (synonym) (g) help (synonym) (l) harass (synonym)
(c) touch (synonym) (h) make (synonym) (m) teenager (antonym)
(d) friends (antonym) (i) unknown (antonym) (n) spend (synonym)
(e) means (synonym) (j) easy (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Ratan said to his father I want to go outside for sometime. Why is it not the suitable time for going
out. I need to meet my friend Shimul. Now it is 8 PM. You should not waste time doing this type of
activities father replied. Ill come back. before 9 0 clock said Ratan. “This is the last time I think,”
father said.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are Alindo Hasan, a student of Oxford College. Write an application to the
principal of your college for opening a relief camp for the flood affected people. 10
11. Write a paragraph on “The Padma Bridge”. (200 words) 15
12. Write a paragraph on “Road Accidents in Bangladesh” showing its causes and effects. (200
words). 15
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BARISHAL BOARD2023
58 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Speaking ill (a)  others is a very bad human tendency. It develops a negative inclination (b) 
one’s mind. This habit tempts one (c)  indulge (d)  a negative approach out of his unsound
mind. It leaves bad effects (e)  human individuals and society. It also hampers the happy and
smooth run (f)  the society. People very often burst (g)  tears (h)  this heinous act. We all
should be aware (i)  it and give (j)  this bad habit.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
had better would rather what’s.... like used to as soon as
what does ...... look like feel like as if there what if
(a) Jolly is my friend, she  sing in a choir, but she gave it up for some unavoidable reasons.
(b) The world economy is passing through a great crisis due to war situation. The world leaders
 concentrate on the economy and security of the common people.
(c) We went to John’s office yesterday. He behaved  he had not known us.
(d)  a dinosaur ? Have you ever seen it?
(e) We are waiting outside.  you finish your dinner, don't delay to join us.
(f) He is so honest that he  die than cheat.
(g)  the ice had cracked? You would have disappeared into the icy water.
(h) You told me about a French novel.  the novel ?
(i) I am very thirsty. I  having a nice cool glass of lemonade.
(j)  exists no life in the Mars.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. We all should have patriotism .
(b) Our freedom fighters risked their lives in the war of liberation so that .
(c) He was not hungry at all. Had he been hungry, .
(d) They continued to walk until .
(e) She can't ride a bicycle, let alone .
(f) Corruption is rampant in the country. It is high time the government .
(g) 21st February is a red-letter day in our national history, because .
(h) There goes a proverb .
(i) Mira has not been able to recall where .
(j) No sooner had she crossed the main gate .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
On 26 March, 1971, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman (a)  (declare) the independence of
Bangladesh. (b)  (follow) this declaration, a war began between the freedom-loving Bangalees and
the brutal forces of West Pakistan, (c)  (result) the independence of Bangladesh. The Pakistani
Military Janta (d)  (base) in West Pakistan (e)  (launch) the Operation Searchlight against the
unarmed people of East Pakistan (f)  (initiate) genocide in Bangladesh. In response to the
violence, members of Mukti Bahini (g)  (start) a mass guerrilla war against the occupation forces.
People from all walks of life (h)  (respond) to the call of Bangabandhu and joined the war (i) 
(liberate) their dear motherland. The war (j)  (continue) for about nine months. The heroic sons of
the soil made the supreme sacrifices with a view to (k)  (snatch) away the long-cherished freedom
and thus (l)  (establish) Bangladesh as an independent country in the world map. Now, it (m)
 (be) our bounden duty (n)  (uphold) the freedom of the country.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“How is your mother, Habib?,” said Fahim. “She is better today,” said Habib. “Did you take her to
any doctor?” “Yes, and the doctor has x-rayed her.” “Now, take a good care of her and ensure all
medications as prescribed,” said Fahim. “Of course, thank you a lot,” said Habib.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
Kazi Nazrul Islam is called the Shelley of Bangla literature. He was a (a)  (premodify the noun)
poet. He wrote (b)  (postmidify the verb) in almost all branches of Bangla literature. Nazrul, (c)
 (post modify the noun with appositive), won the atention of everybody in his early childhood. He
wrote ceaselessly until the death of (d)  (use possessive to premodify the noun)poetic flair. He
composed (e)  (premodify the noun) songs (f)  (post modify the noun with an adjective
clause). His literary works have enriched (g)  (premodify the noun with noun adjective) literature.
His poems and songs played a great role (h)  (post modify the verb with an infinitive phrase) in
our war of liberation. He (i)  (premodify the verb) sang the songs of equality in his poetry. He is (j)
 (premodify the noun with determiner) pride, no doubt.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Scientists have always wondered (a)  there is life anywhere out in the space. They have joined
together in a major project called the communication with Extra Terrestrial Intelligence (b)  seeks
to establish contact with any other living beings in the universe. (c)  they are beaming out radio
signals into the space. It was thought (d)  there exists life on Mars, (e)  two viking spacecrafts
(f)  landed on Mars in 1976 did not provide much evidence of life there. The pictures sent by
them showed (g)  the Mars has a sky; (h) , the sky is red instead of a blue one like ours. Its
gravity is about half (i)  strong (j)  that of Earth. (k) , the atmosphere is also much
thinner than our planet. It has deserts, high mountains, canals, volcanoes, craters etc. as well as
summer (l)  winter. (m) , there are no trees, (n)  life forms.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Hospitality means friendly and generous treatment and entertainment towards guests or strangers,
especially at one's home. There was a time when hospitality was encouraged in our country. People
could travel hundreds of miles with having a single penny. Gone are those days! Nowadays, people
have become commercial and self-centred in their etiquette and manners. In all religions, hospitality
is encouraged, because hospitality brings peace and amity in the society. To form a better society, we
need to cultivate it at home and away.
(a) hospitality (synonym) (f) stranger (antonym) (k) etiquette (synonym)
(b) friendly (antonym) (g) encourage (synonym) (l) peace (antonym)
(c) generous(synonym) (h) travel (synonym) (m) amity (antonym)
(d) treatment (synonym) (i) having (synonym) (n) cultivate (synonym)
(e) entertainment (antonym) (j) self-centred (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Ishtiak : Excuse me where is the nearest hospital
Fuad : Its about 2km from here You will have to hire a taxi You can also go there by bus
Ishtiak : I see is there a bus station near here
Fuad : Yes there is a bus stop at the corner
Ishtiak : Thank you
Fuad : Dont mention it
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Write an application to the Chairman of Union Parishad requesting him/her to issue you an
online birth certificate. 10
11. Write a paragraph on “The Uses and Abuses of Mobile Phone” in about 200 words. 15
12. Write a cause-and-effect paragraph on “Price Hike”, briefly describing the causes and its
impacts on our daily life. 15
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DINAJPUR BOARD2023
59 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
Drug addiction has become a serious problem (a)  modern society. Many young men and women
are falling victims (b)  this. There are many reasons (c)  drug addiction. Drugs are expensive.
So, to manage money, the addicts often go (d)  stealing, killing or all sorts of misdeeds. Drugs are
smuggled (e)  a country and the smugglers carry (f)  drug business freely. Bangladesh is not
free (g)  the curse of drugs. But we cannot allow this (h)  our country. The first thing to do is
to highlight its dangerous effects (i) —— people. The government and mass media can play an
effective role (j)  this respect.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
have to what’s... like had better was born let alone
there what does...look like would rather as soon as it
(a) Your performance is not satisfactory. You will  be careful in future.
(b) Mr. X is an honest man. He  die than steal.
(c) I am a poor student. I cannot buy my necessary books,  a smart phone set.
(d) You have failed in the test examination. You  start reading attentively from today.
(e) Madhusudan Dutta is an epic poet. He  at Sagardari in Jashore.
(f) I had a bad luck.  I reached the station, the train left.
(g)  the Bay of Bengal ? My friend is going there for a visit tomorrow.
(h)  it  travelling by an air? I have no idea about it.
(i) Recently I have visited the Sundarbans.  are tigers in it.
(j)  is many years since I saw him last. Today I cannot recognize him.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) Honesty is the best policy. The people who are honest .
(b) Because of greenhouse effect, the climate .
(c) You cannot shine in life .
(d) Overeating is harmful to health. It is high time .
(e) There goes a proverb that morning .
(f) I work hard although .
(g) No sooner had I reached the college .
(h) There are so many poor people in our country. I wish .
(i) Inspite of having all facilities, the boy .
(j) The old man  is my grandfather.
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Deforestation (a)  (mean) cutting down trees at random. It (b)  (cause) mainly by a group of
dishonest people. They cut trees (c)  (make) profit. Ordinary people also (d)  (use) trees as
fuel and furniture. Because of (e)  (cut) more and more trees, we are going (f)  (face) a great
danger in the coming future. We (g)  (know) that oxygen (h)  (supply) by trees for animals.
Without (i)  (take) oxygen, we cannot live a single moment. If trees (j)  (cut) down in this way,
the amount of carbon dioxide (k)  (increase) in the atmosphere. As a result, the heat (l) 
(rise). It (m)  (call) greenhouse effect. (n)  (enjoy) a peaceful life, we must plant more and more
trees.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“Why do you stop me?” asked Rubel. “Have I done any wrong?” “You are driving so fast. It is not the
rule," said the traffic sergeant. “Sorry Sir. My mother is in the hospital. So, I am in a hurry,” said
Rubel.
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
An (a)  (pre-modify the noun) student is he, who has (b)  (use a quantifier to pre-modify the
noun) good qualities. He studies (c)  (post modify the verb). He knows that the (d)  (pre-
modify the noun) duty of a student is to study. So, he never neglects (e)  (use a possessive) duty.
He even makes the proper use of (f)  (use a determiner to pre-modify the noun) moment. Sabuj,
(g)  (post modify the noun with an appositive) of our class is an example of a good student. Sabuj
is (h)  (pre-modify the adjective) helpful to us. I try (i)  (modify the verb with an infinitive) a
boy like Sabuj. I want to be one of the (j)  (pre-modify the noun) stars in the class.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
A cyclone is a devastating storm in Bangladesh that moves at a high speed, (a)  it causes
immense harm to people and property. (b)  the inhabitants of coastal regions are the main
victims of cyclone. (c)  the cyclone of Bangladesh originates from the Bay of Bengal. (d)  it is
accompanied by thunders and heavy showers. (e)  unbearable heat is felt for a few days. (f) 
one day the sky becomes terribly dark and strong winds begin to blow. (g)  a terrible situation is
created that lasts for hours. (h)  it causes a great havoc causing death to people and other
animals. (i)  dwelling houses are blown away. (j)  the cyclone is followed by scarcity of food
and outbreak of various diseases. (k)  the great loss caused by cyclone can be reduced. (l) 
prior warning can be given to people using modern technology of weather forecast. (m)  people
and domestic animals of the cyclone-prone areas can be shifted to cyclone shelters. (n)  a quick
relief work and medical facilities should be ensured.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
A rift was created between Shilpi and Rashid and their extended family. Some of the members
insulted and criticized the couple. Unable to convince their close relatives of the risks of pregnancy,
Shilpi and Rashid returned to the counsellor. They took the help of a parent peer who had been
trained to speak to other parents about adolescent issues. Eventually everyone came to understand
the harmful effects of early pregnancy on mother and child.
(a) create (synonym) (f) close (synonym) (k) harmful (antonym)
(b) extend (antonym) (g) early (antonym) (l) effect (synonym)
(c) insult (antonym) (h) return (synonym) (m) counsellor (synonym)
(d) criticize (antonym) (i) help (synonym) (n) trained (antonym)
(e) unable (antonym) (j) everyone (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
He said i can chop some wood today, you but youre small said I. Size dont matter chopping wood
some of the big boys dont chop good, ive been chopping wood at the orphanage a long time.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of a college in Jashore. Many outsiders disturb the students in
your college campus during class hours. Now write an application to your Principal for taking
measures against outsiders. 10
11. Write a paragraph on ‘International Mother Language Day’. Your paragraph should not exceed
200 words. 15
12. Write a cause and effect paragraph on, ‘Environment Pollution’. Your paragraph should not
exceed 200 words. 15
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MYMENSINGH BOARD2023
60 English (Compulsory) Second Paper
Time : 3 hours Full marks : 100
[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]
PartA : Grammar [Marks : 60]
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. 0.5  10 = 5
The orphanage is high (a)  the Carolina mountains. The writer was there (b)  the autumn.
She preferred peaceful environment to pen some troublesome writing. She wanted the mountain air
to blow (c)  the malaria from too long a time (d)  the subtropics. She was homesick (e) 
the flaming (f)  maples (g)  October and for many other things. She found them all living (h)
 a cabin belonging (i)  the orphanage, half a mile (j)  orphanage farm.
2. Complete the sentences with suitable phrase/words given in the box. 0.5  10 = 5
what’s.... like there have to/has to let alone had better
what does.... look like was born as soon as it would rather
(a) These kids are fun-loving. They  play than study.
(b) She is an irresponsible person. You can’t trust her with your dog,  with your child.
(c) A :  your new office ?
B : I love it. The environment is very peaceful.
(d) The show resumed  the power supply was restored. It was a great relief for the spectators.
(e) I have to meet my aunt in 15 minutes. I  go now or I will be late.
(f) The weather is very hot and humid.  is expected that it will rain this evening.
(g)  goes a proverb that unity is strength. So, we must be united till we reach our goal.
(h) In England, school children  wear uniforms. What about Bangladesh?
(i) Shakespeare  and raised in Stratford-upon-Avon, England.
(j) Son: Dad,  an Arctic fox  ?
Father : I’ve no idea. But you can always Google the term and find out.
3. Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases. 1  10 = 10
(a) There was a little rain yesterday. If it had rained heavily, .
(b) Though junk foods look appetizing, . We should avoid them.
(c) Opportunity does not always come. You would have succeeded in life provided that .
(d) The old man is very weak. He walks very slowly lest .
(e) The amount of waste is growing rapidly all over the world and polluting the environment. It is
high time .
(f) I wish I . I would express my feelings in my poems.
(g) English is an international language. We need to learn it as .
(h) Kiran got a foreign scholarship. She was so happy that .
(i) It was my first lecture. I was too nervous .
(j) Manners define a man. We always appreciate a person .
4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct form of verbs as per subject and context.
0.5  14 = 7
Cricket (a)  (be) a popular game. Now-a-days, people (b)  (long) to watch it to get pleasure.
Cricket (c)  (call) a gentlemen’s game too. A bond of friendship (d)  (create) among the playing
nations. The Bangladesh national cricket team is popularly (e)  (know) as the Tigers. Our cricket
team (f)  (be) very organized. It already (g)  (prove) its worth in many an international match.
Our cricketers (h)  (be) capable of (i)  (compete) with the renowned cricket teams of the world.
The prestige of our country already (j)  (go) up in the international arena: thanks to our cricket
team. In spite of its renown, sometimes our cricket team (k)  (shock) us by (l)  (perform)
poorly. Even after that, we believe, our cricketers (m)  (outshine) all other competitors in future.
However, they (n)  (need) more vigorous practice to reach their goals.
5. Change the narrative style by using direct speeches. 7
“What kind of stories did Aesop tell?” asked Anwar. “Fables,” replied Mr. Rahman.
“Do you know what fables are?” “No,” replied Anwar. “Well,” continued Mr. Rahman, “Fables are
stories with a moral. And Aesop entertained people by telling these stories.”
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6. Read the following text and use modifiers as directed in the blank spaces. 0.5  10 = 5
The purpose of education is to bring about (a)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) changes
in (b)  (use a possessive to pre-modify the noun) behaviour. It also brings changes in our lives
and society (c)  (use a relative clause to post-modify the noun). If it fails to do so, it can’t be
called education. Education is not only receiving certificates and getting grades. It is (d)  (use an
intensifier to pre-modify the adjective) more than that, we can apply our (e)  (use a part participle
to pre-modify the noun) knowledge in our engagement with the world that lies (f)  (use an adverb
to post-modify the verb). We can do that in (g)  (use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) ways.
One way is civic engagement which is (h)  (use an adverb to pre-modify the verb ‘appreciated’)
appreciated all over the world. Civic engagement means working to make difference in civic life (i)
 (use a prepositional phrase to post-modify the noun ‘life’). A person (j)  (use a past participle
to post modify the noun) civically is concerned about civic issues like injustice, discrimination and
other forms of social ills.
7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following passage. 0.5  14 = 7
Time, by its very nature, is fleeting. (a)  time once gone is gone forever. (b)  the sincere people
realize the value of time. (c) , not everyone is aware of the value of time. (d) , it is seen that
many of us waste time. (e) , we realize the significance of lost time when it is too late. (f) , we
suffer in life. (g)  all of us should make the best use of time. (h)  proper time management is
the key to success in student life. (i) , we find that an ideal student is the one who makes the
best use of time. (j) , a lazy student fails to make the grade as he kills time. (k)  the teachers
advise their students not to waste time. (l) , they warn the students against their addiction to
social networking sites and gaming. (m) , students should follow the advice of their teachers, (n)
 they will suffer in the long run.
8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed below.
0.5  14 = 7
Sumi is a good-looking young women. Her large dark eyes are beautiful. Her complexion is flawless
and she has got a lovely smile. Her long black hair is full and shiny. She is tall and slender, and her
movement is graceful. And, she always dresses stylishly. Everyone appreciates her beauty. But Sumi
worries that people do not notice her talents and hard work. She wants people to know that a
woman can have beauty, ambition and a bit of intelligence too.
(a) good-looking (synonym) (f) graceful (synonym) (k) talent (synonym)
(b) dark (synonym) (g) stylishly (antonym) (l) beauty (antonym)
(c) flawless (synonym) (h) appreciate (antonym) (m) ambition (synonym)
(d) shiny (antonym) (i) worries (antonym) (n) intelligence (synonym)
(e) slender (antonym) (j) notice (antonym)
9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Rewrite the
text correcting the errors. 0.5  14 = 7
Son : Did you keep a diary during the Liberation War
Father : Yes I did
Son : Can I have a look at it
Father : Im afraid Ive lost it.
Son : Do you remember anything about it
Father : Yes I remember one event there were lots of sounds and bangs outside one night you
wanted to look out but we didnt let you.
Son : Why
Father : Because it was very dangerous. You were only four years old then.
PartB : Composition [Marks : 40]
10. Suppose, you are a student of ‘X’ College, Dhaka. Now, write an application to the Principal of
your college for providing multimedia facilities in the classrooms. 10
11. Write a paragraph within 200 words describing the importance of “Tree Plantation". 15
12. Write a paragraph comparing and contrasting between “Village life and City life” within 200
words. 15