Sentence Connectors

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01. [DB '17]

Mobile phone has added a new dimension in our communication system. It has made the world closer to us. (a) — it has made worldwide communication easier. We use it for our day to day communication. (b) —, it has been a part and parcel in our life as we cannot go for a single day without using it. We use it for rapid communication. (c) —, mobile phone is not free from defect. It has some negative sides as well. (d) —, excessive use of mobile phone may damage our hearing power, (e) —, it is a means of money wastage. (f) —, it is seen that many underworld crimes are being done with the use of mobile network. (g) —, the radiation from mobile phone may cause cancer to the users. (h) —, we are aware of these harmful effects. (i) —, we are not aware of using the mobile phone. (j) —, we must have to be conscious of the negative impact of mobile phone.

1. (a) As such/Now/ Nowadays/At present/...... (b) In fact/So/Thus/ Therefore (c) But/On the other hand/However (d) Firstly/For example/ For instance (e) Secondly/ Besides/Moreover (f) Then/ Again/ Thirdly (g) Moreover/ Besides/ Finally (h) Actually/ However (i) Unfortunately (j) So/Therefore

02. [RB '17]

Man is a social being. (a) —, man cannot live alone. (b) —, man has been living together from time immemorial. Living in society is not an easy task. We have to follow certain rules and regulations of the society. (c) —, we should be cooperative. (d) —, we must help others when they are in need. (e) —, we have to be careful not to hurt others by our words or activities. (f) —, we must control our emotions and behave rationally with others. (g) —, we should not think and live only for us. (h) —, we should always think and work for the betterment of the society, (i) —, we should remain prepared to sacrifice our lives for the greater interest of the society. (j) —, sacrificing our lives for the society makes us immortal.

2. (a) So (b) For this reason (c) Firstly (d) Secondly (e) Thirdly (f) Besides (g) Moreover (h) Rather (i) Even (j) Actually/ In fact

03. [DinajB '17]

It was the night before my math exam in the 2nd semester. I could not do better in the math exam of 1st semester. (a) —, I was really serious about the exam. (b) —, I was careful enough not to spend a single moment in vain. But, the night did not pass smoothly at all (c) —, it was full of mishaps. (d) —, the electricity went out. I waited for it for about an hour, however, there was no sign of its coming. (e) —, I lighted a candle and began to study again. The flickering light of the candle was creating problems for me. Soon, I began to feel a bad headache. I really wanted to get rid of it. (f) —, I left my reading room and stood in the balcony for some time. I began to feel better, but could not stay there for long. (g) —, I left the place. (h) —, I went to my reading room again. (i) —, to add to my gladness the electricity came. I could finish my study within two hours. (j) —, I went to bed with a happy mind.

3. (a) So (b) In fact (c) Rather (d) Firstly/Such as (e) However (f) So (g) After a while (h) Then (i) Fortunately (j) Finally/At last

04. [JB '17]

Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a) —, it is the burning question of the day. (b) — almost all the countries of the world suffer from the curse of unemployment problem. (c) — Bangladesh is the worst sufferer of this so called problem. (d) — no where in the world this problem is so acute as in our country. (e) — there are many reasons behind it. (f) — our country is industrially backward. (g) — our system of education fails to give a student an independent start of life. (h) — it has little provision for vocational training. (i) — our students and youth have false sense of dignity. (j) — they run after jobs blindly.

4. (a) Therefore (b) As a result (c) However (b) But (e) As such (f) Firstly (g) Secondly (h) Thirdly (i) Moreover (j) so

05. [CB '17]

Trees are a vital part of our environment. (a) —, they bear a great impact on the climate. (b) — we are not careful about them. (c) —, we destroy trees at random. (d) —, one day the country will bear the consequence of greenhouse effect (e) — ours is an agricultural country, our economy depends on it. (f) —, our agriculture is dependant on rain. (g) —, trees play a vital role on our climate. (h) —, trees keep the soil strong. (i) —, trees save us from flood (j) — many other natural calamities.

5. (a) Moreover/ In fact/ Actually (b) But (c) On the other hand/ Rather (d) As a result/ Consequently (e) As/ Since (f) In addition/ Moreover/ Besides (g) So/ Therefore (h) Besides/ Moreover/ In addition (i) Again/ Moreover (j) and

06. [CtgB '17]

Rangpur town hall is a place of cultural activities. (a) — in 1971 it became a torture cell used by the Pakistani army. (b) — the army brought here innocent Bangalees. After that they started to bring Bangalee women here. Among them Mansura Begum was one who was the wife of a freedom fighter. (c) — she was young and beautiful, she drew the attention of local collaborators. (d) — they informed the Pakistani army. (e) — the Pakistani army abducted Mansura. On the day of occurrence Pakistani soldiers surrounded her house. (f) — they searched her husband who joined the Mukti Bahini. (g) — they found her father-in-law, they started to beat him mercilessly. The old man got unconscious. (h) — the barbarous soldiers did not stop beating him. Mansura rushed to her father-in-law, grabbed his bleeding body and begged the military not to kill him. (i) — they did not listen to her. They picked up the old man on the military truck. (j) —, they pulled and dragged Mansura on to the truck.

6. (a) But (b) At that time (c) As/ Since/ Because (d) So (e) Then/ After that (f) Afterwards/ Then (g) Suddenly/ Then/ But/ And (h) But (i) But (j) Finally/ Lastly/ At the end/ Moreover/ Rather/ At last

07. [SB '17]

Honesty is a noble virtue. The man possessing this invaluable quality is the happiest man on earth, (a) —. To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness. (b) —. nobody trusts a liar. A liar may prosper for the time being. (c) —, he goes to the dogs. (d) — we should be honest. It is said that honesty is the best policy, (e) — dishonesty is the sign of downfall. God helps those who are honest. (f) — dishonest people are cursed. (g) —, children should be taught honesty from childhood. It is widely observed that children follow their parents. (h) —, parents should be honest and upright in their business of life. (i) —, children should be allowed to mix with those friends who are honest. (j) — they can mould their characters.

7. (a) Indeed/ But (b) Because (c) But eventually/ But in the long run (d) So/ Therefore/ Hence (e) On the contrary/ On the other hand/ But (f) Besides/ In addition to/ Moreover/ And/ On the other hand/ but (g) Hence/ So/ Therefore (h) So/ This is why/ Hence/ For this reason (i) For all these reasons/ Hence/ So (j) so that

08. [BB '17]

Water is a vital element of the environment (a) — this element is polluted in many ways. (b) —, farmers use chemical fertilizers and insecticides in their field. (c) — rain and flood wash away these chemicals, they get mixed with water in rivers, canals and ponds (d) — pollute it. (e) —, mills and factories throw their poisonous chemicals and waste product into water. (f) —, water vehicles also pollute water by dumping food waste and human waste into it. (g) — insanitary latrines and unsafe drains also contribute to water pollution. Water is called life. (h) — we can not allow this pollution to continue. We have to raise an awareness about it. (i) — , laws should be enforced strictly. (j) — we fail to check water pollution, we will suffer.

8. (a) but (b) Firstly (c) When (d) and (e) Secondly (f) Besides (g) Again (h) So (i) For this (j) If

09. [DB '16] 

A lion was drinking water from a brook. (a) — a lamb was also drinking water from the down stream of the same brook. The lion saw the lamb and decided to devour it. (b) — he was thinking about how to accomplish his evil design. (c) — he hit upon a plan. (d) — the lion complained that the lamb was disturbing him by muddying water. But the lamb said that he was drinking water from down stream. (e) — the question of muddying water on his part did not arise here. (f) — the lamb argued that it was the lion that was muddying the water for him as he was drinking water upstream. (g) — the lion retorted that the lamb spoke ill of him a year ago. (h) — the lamb said that he was not born a year ago. The lion grew into a rage. (i) — he said that perhaps his father spoke ill of him last year. (j) — the lion had the right to take revenge and kill the lamb.     

09. (a) At that time/At the same time (b) So/That is why (c) Then/Suddenly (d) At first (e) For this reason/Hence (f) Besides/Again (g) Then (h) But (i) And/Then (j) So/After all

10. [RB '16]

(a) — I was walking along the road the other day, I happened to notice a small brown leather purse lying on the pavement. I picked it up and opened it to see (b) — I could find out the owner's name. There was nothing inside (c) — some small change and a rather old photograph — a picture of a woman and a young girl about twelve years old who looked like the woman's daughter. I put the photograph back (d) — took the purse to the Police station. (e) — I handed it to the sergeant in charge. Before I left, the sergeant made a note of my name and address in case the owner of the purse wanted to write and thank me. That evening I went to have dinner with an uncle and aunt of mine. They had also invited another person, a young woman, (f) — there would be four people at table. The young woman's face was familiar (g) — I could not remember where I had seen it. I was quite sure (h) — we had not met before. (i) — conversation, however, the young woman happened to mark that she had lost her purse that afternoon. I at once remembered where I had seen her face. She was the young woman in the photograph (j) — she was now much older.    

10. (a) While (b) if (c) rather (d) and (e) Then (f) so that (g) but/though (h) that (i) During (j) though

11. [DinajB '16]

Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a) — possesses this rare quality is the happiest man on earth. To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness (b) — nobody trusts a liar. A liar may prosper for the time being. (c) — ultimately he goes to the dogs. (d) — we should be honest. It is said that honesty is the best policy (e) — dishonesty is the sign of downfall. God helps those who are honest. (f) — dishonest people are cursed. Childhood is the best time (g) — children should be taught honesty. It is seen that children follow their parents (h) — parents should be honest. (i) — children should be allowed to mix with those friends who are honest (j) — they can mould their characters.       

11. (a) who (b) because (c) But (d) So (e) and (f) On the contrary (g) when (h) so (i) Again/Moreover/ However (j) so that

12. [JB '16]

Time and tide wait for none. (a) — no one can stop the onward march of time. (b) —, we should not waste a single moment in vain. (c) —, we should make proper use of every single moment of our life. (d) —, the students should understand the value of time. It is a matter of great regret that some of the students pass away their valuable time in Facebook. (e) —, they kill their time. (f) —, they cannot prepare their lessons well, (g) — they always have a poor preparation for the examination. (h) — they cannot do well in the examination. (i) — , they do not stop wasting time. (j) —, they continue to waste their time using Cell phone and Facebook till it is too late for them.

12. (a) In fact (b) So (c) Rather (d) Obviously (e) Thus (f) Consequently (g) and (h) Eventually (i) But (j) Moreover

13. [CB '16]

Mobile phone has become an essential gadget for everybody (a) — it has become very popular. (b) — it has created a number of problems. It has (c) — advantages (d) — disadvantages. (e) — it helps to connect people. (f) — it helps to exchange information. (g) — it can be used for various purposes. (h) — it has a few disadvantages (i) — can cause a lot of troubles. (j) — its advantages are more than its disadvantages.

13. (a) and (b) But (c) both (d) and (e) On the first hand (f) Moreover (g) Thus (h) However (i) that (j) But

14. [CtgB '16]

Bangladesh is mainly an agricultural country. (a) —, her economy and prosperity depend on agriculture. (b) —, our agriculture depends on the mercy of nature. (c) —, if there is sufficient rain, people can plough their lands and sow seeds in time. (d) —, they can reap a good harvest. (e) —, if it does not rain in time, the farmers cannot grow the crops easily and they do not have good harvest. (f) —, without water our agriculture is lifeless. The rain is not always beneficial to our agriculture. (g) —, sometimes it rains so much that it causes floods. (h) —, our crops go under water and most often, they are totally destroyed. (i) —, the farmers who constitute the most part of our professional people, lose everything. (j) — we can safely conclude that our economy depends on rain.           

14. (a) Generally/Therefore (b) As a matter of fact (c) For example (d) Thus/Then (e) But/On the other hand (f) Truly/Truly speaking (g) Rather (h) Then (i) Eventually (j) So/Hence

15. [SB '16]

The gifts of science are uncountable. (a) — we cast our eyes, we see the wonders of science. Satellite TV channels are the means through (b) — we can see and hear the events (c) — are happening all over the world. (d) —, today we have specialized satellite channels on almost every interest. (e) —, people now have more choices and more freedom about television programmes. Satellite channels help us a lot by reporting on climatic conditions of different parts of the world. (f) —, we can be aware of storms, cyclones and tidal bores. (g) — satellite channels are helping us to a great extent to enrich our own culture and tradition. (h) — satellite channels are playing a favourable role, it is (i) — doing harm to our young and new generation. (j) — still we cannot deny the immense benefits we are getting from satellite channels.

15. (a) Wherever (b) which (c) that (d) Besides (e) So (f) As a result (g) Moreover (h) Though (i) however (j) Any way

16. [BB '16]

Time is a special resource that you cannot store or save for future use. (a) — it is managed properly to gain success. The skills of managing time properly are called time management skills, (b) — these skills are necessary for job hunting and career success (c) — it is essential to improve these skills. (d) — there are several useful strategies that can be used to improve your time management skills. (e) — have a clear goal in mind. (f) — set up your priorities. (g) — block out time for your high priority activities first and protect that time from interruptions. (h) — set a deadline to do them and try your best to stick to it. (i) — your skills will help you avoid stress in completing any work successfully. (j) — reward yourself when the job is done.

16. (a) In fact (b) Actually (c) yet (d) However (e) At first (f) Then (g) Next (h) Last of all (i) As a result (j) Finally

17. Soil is necessary for life (a) — most of our foods come from soil. It is true (b) — some of us eat meat. (c) — meat comes from animals that live on plants (d) — again grow on soil. (e) — we do not give food to soil, plants will become weak. (f) — natural and inorganic manure are necessary for cultivation. (g) — compost manure is widely used in cultivation. (h) — agriculture scientists discourage the farmers to use pesticide, (i) — they opt for a method of catching pests in traditional way. (j) — it is not so popular.  

17. (a) as (b) that (c) But (d) which (e) If (f) Both (g) besides (h) But (i) and (j) However

18. Teaching is a noble profession. (a) — teachers are the nation builders. (b) — teachers play a central role in the process of classroom activities. (c) — they deliver knowledgeable speeches. (d) — they organize the system of education. (e) — they also implement national curriculum, syllabus and set up objectives of learning (f) — they motivate the learners effectively. (g) —, the physical facilities of most of the educational institutions of our country do not support the teachers in their noble endeavours. (h) — the teachers are not evaluated properly and so they are to lead a miserable life with low income. (i) — they are to live under constant poverty (j) —, we cannot expect them to give a standard education to the students of our country right now. 

18. (a) Actually (b) So (c) In fact (d) Also (e) Besides (f) thus (g) Yet (h) Not only that (i) If (j) so

19. A leader is someone (a) — leads. (b) —, by the word 'leader' we understand a 'political' leader. (c) — that a great leader is born, not made. A great leader must have certain qualities (d) — make him great. (e) — a good leader must have the ability to take the correct decision at the perfect moment. (f) —, a leader has to be determined. (g) —, a leader must have full command over his followers. (h) —, an ideal leader has the speaking ability. A good leader also possesses some other qualities. (i) —, courage, honesty, truthfulness, courtesy, patriotism, and, (j) —, sacrificing attitude. To be a good leader, a leader has to try to acquire all these qualities. 

19. (a) who (b) However (c) It is true (d) that (e) Firstly (f) Secondly (g) then (h) Besides (i) such as (j) above all

20. Sports are a popular form of entertainment. (a) — many international sporting events are organized from time to time. (b) — these events are sponsored by multinational manufacturing companies and business firms. (c) — they pay for the sports events in exchange for the right to advertise their products during those events. (d) —, the sponsors products receive maximum media coverage thus giving companies international recognition. This is only the commercial aspect of the international sport. (e) — there are other aspects too. (f) — the sports venue becomes a meeting place of the people of different countries, (g) — people of different nation get together on the occasion of an international sporting event, they come closer to each other. (h) — they can share views, opinions and friendship. This opportunity creates a sense of brotherhood. (i) —, getting acquainted with different culture helps to break down prejudice and  broaden outlook. (j) — globalization has anything to do with the development of international relationship, sporting events can certainly can contribute in a big way.   

21. It is difficult to believe (a) — any man can be so spiritually dead (b) — to have no love for his native country. But (c) — such an unpatriotic person does exist. Take careful note of his career, (d) — you will find that he will never inspire poets to sing in his honour. He may possess many things. (e) — high rank, fabulous riches etc. (f) — these advantages will not save him from oblivion. (g) —, he will win no fame during his life time : and (h) — he dies, he will die in a double sense. His body will return to the dust whence he came. (i) —, his name will be forgotten. (j) —, none will weep for him and none will honour him.

21. (a) that (b) as (c) in reality (d) and (e) including (f) But (g) After all (h) when (i) And (j) Moreover

22. Happiness lies in the mind of a man (a) — beauty lies in the eyes of a beholder. (b) —, we can say (c) — happiness comprises a state of mind. A poor man can be happy with one lakh taka (d) — it has no importance for a millionaire. (e) —, the source of happiness lies in us. (f) — we do good work (g) — give happiness to others, our own happiness also increases by leaps and bounds. One way of doing this is to find out and go out to those (h) — may be in need of our help. The highest form of happiness is derived when we help others (i) — make them happy. (j) — in every religion great importance is put on the service of mankind. 

22. (a) as (b) However (c) that (d) whereas (e) In fact (f) If (g) and (h) who (i) as well as (j) That's why 

23. The world we live is full of things (a) — natural and manmade. Both natural and manmade things constitute our environment. Any abnormal change in chemical (b) — biological characteristics of the environment are called pollution. It causes a lot of harm to mankind. (c) —, it creates health hazards to a greater extent. So, some effective and positive measure should be taken (d) — prevent environment pollution. We (e) — the government should take a hand to create a better environment for living on Earth. (f) — it will carry benefit for all of us. (g) — we think that (h) — the government is responsible (i) — we have nothing to do, (j) — this is shocking no doubt.

23. (a) both (b) or/and (c) Besides/ Hence/ Moreover (d) in order to (e) along with (f) Then (g) If (h) only (i) and (j) surely/obviously

24. Knowledge, (a) —, is an understanding of the cause and effect of various relationships (b) — govern our lives, the nature, and the role of each entity in relation to all. It allows us to describe, affect (c) — predict the natural world. Besides, knowledge, values and dreams are important, (d) — the best intentions can go very far astray. (e) — we acquire knowledge in fragments (f) — are unique to each individual. (g) — we can be smarter (h) — anyone of us by acquiring knowledge. (i) — we have to bear in mind (j) — the most serious barrier to gather knowledge is the failure to recognize our own ingnorance. 

24. (a) however (b) which (c) and (d) and (e) Nevertheless (f) that (g) In fact (h) than (i) So (j) that

25. (a) ¾ students have to sit for exams frequently to prove their knowledge of different subjects. (b) ¾ they do not feel comfortable with their exams. The students wishing to do well in the examination should give importance to several things (c) ¾ they cannot reap a good harvest. (d) ¾ they must listen to their teachers (e) ¾ act on their advice and suggestion. (f) ¾, they must be more attentive to their study. They should bear in mind (g) ¾ they should be highly educated. (h) ¾ they remain indifferent to their studies, their future will be insecure. (i) ¾ they should never keep a bad company and waste a single moment. (j) ¾ they should make the best use of the time.

25. (a) Usually (b) But (c) otherwise (d) For example (e) and (f) Moreover (g) that (h) If (i) Besides (j) Again

26. We have some memorable days in our life We do not forget them. (a) —, we remember every moment of them quite vividly. My first day at school is a memorable day in my life. My mother took me to my school. (b) —, I was very nervous when I found so many new faces there. I got myself introduced to some of them. (c) —, I shared my interests with them. (d) —, I got rid of my nervousness gradually. There were no classes on that day. (e) —, the teachers came one by one and introduced themselves to us. All of them seemed very cordial. (f) —, I developed a liking for our Headmistress who was an old but smart lady (g) —, I took her as a model from the very first day. (h) —, she was second to my mother. My first day at school took me to a new world. (i) — it was the beginning of a new life. (j) —, it is an eternal source of joy for me.

26. (a) Sometimes (b) But (c) Then (d) As a result (e) However (f) Truly speaking (g) Moreover (h) So to say (i) That is why (j) In fact

27. Bangladesh is a poor country. She faces floods every year. (a) — she is improving day by day. (b)— she is blessed with many natural resources, they are not properly utilized. (c) — many measures are being taken to use them. (d)— they nip in the bud due to corruption, mismanagement etc. Allah has given us vast wealth here and there such as on the ground and under the ground. (e) — our country is enriched with many attractive places which may be used as tourist spots. (f) — tourism may be a good source of earning, government should pay heed to this sector. (g) — private investors should come forward to improve this sector. (h)— we all can realize the importance of tourism as early as possible, it will bring a good result for the country. (i) — we stretch out our hands for the improvement of tourism, foreigners will not come to visit our country. If we are not able to keep our tourism out of political violence, we will lag behind (j) —.     

27. (a) Despite this (b) Though (c) However (d) But (e) Moreover (f) As a result (g) Likewise/ Similarly/ Equally (h) If (i) Unless (j) subsequently/ naturally

28. My hometown and my school area have several things in common. (a) —, both are small rural communities. (b) —, my hometown. Meherpur, has a population of only about 10,000 people. (c) —, my school area, Modhumoti, consists of about 11,000 local residents. This population swell to 15,000 people (d) — the students are attending classes. A (e) — way in which these two towns are similar is that they are both located in rural areas. Meherpur is surrounded by many acres of farmland (f) — is devoted mainly to growing corn and soybeans. (g) —, Modhumoti lies in the center of farmland which is used to raise hogs and cattle. (h) —, both of these towns are similar in that both contain college campuses. Meherpur, (i) —, is home to Krishi College, which is famous for its Agricultural Economics program as well as for its annual Corn Festival. (j) —, the town of Modhumoti boasts of the beautiful campus of DhanShiri College, which is well known for its Agricultural Engineering department and also for its yearly Farming Contest.

28. (a) First of all (b) As such (c) and (d) when (e) specific/ definite (f) which (g) Similarly (h) Moreover (i) On the one hand (j) On the other hand

29. (a) — man has made tremendous technological progress, he has not been able to conquer nature completely. (b) — he is hit by natural calamities. (c) —, a devastating flood very often occurs in Bangladesh leaving people homeless while various other calamities damage and destroy life and property. (d) — they face the scarcity of food, drinking water, shelter. (e) — famine breaks out to add to the misery and sufferings of the flood affected people, (f) —, various types of diseases like cholera, diarrhoea and typhoid. Cyclone is another natural calamity which causes immense harm to the people. (g) — cyclones in Bangladesh originate from the Bay of Bengal and blow towards the land. (h) — the losses of cyclone can be reduced to some extent by taking preventive measures. (i) —, many parts of northern Bangladesh are affected by drought. (j) —, we are totally helpless to nature. 

29. (a) Though (b) Most often (c) However (d) As a result (e) Besides (f) including (g) Actually (h) But (i) On the other hand (j) In fact/Indeed

30. Dowry is a social curse. this system prevails in our society. (a) —, there is no written statement about this system, (b) — it is available in our society. (c) —, it is a tradition that exposes our narrow mentality. (d) —, it is an inhuman torture for both the brides and their guardians. (e) —, the bridal guardians have to suffer a lot to meet up the demand of the bridegroom. (f) —, the brides are to undergo mental and even, physical torture in their laws' houses for being unable to pay the dowry (g) —, this social curse must be removed. (h) —, laws against dowry should be enforced strictly. (i) —, female education should be ensured and more employment opportunities have to be created. (j) —, public awareness should be increased.

30. (a) Although (b) yet (c) However (d) But (e) Because (f) Moreover (g) But (h) Again (i) More over (j) Furthermore  

31. Man is a social being. (a) — man cannot live alone. (b) — man has been living together from time immemorial. Living in a society is not an easy task. If we want to live in a society, we have to follow certain rules and regulations of that society. (c) — we have to be cooperative. (d) — we, must help others when they need it. (e) —, we have to be careful not to hurt others by our words or activities. (f) —, we must control our emotions and behave well with others. (g) —, we should not think and live only for us. (h) —, we should always work for the betterment of the society. (i) —, we should sacrifice our lives for others. (j) —, sacrificing our lives for others can make us immortal. 

31. (a) That's why (b) Therefore (c) Firstly (d) Secondly (e) Besides (f) Moreover (g) Next (h) Rather (i) However (j) Because

32. Once a crow became thirsty (a) — it was a very hot summer day. (b) —, it flew from one place to another in search of water, (c) — it did not find any water to drink. (d) — it became frustrated and was about to fly away. (e) — it noticed a jar in a garden. (f) — it flew to the jar. There was some water in the jar. (g) —, it was at the bottom and out of its reach. (h) —, it did not lose hope. It noticed a heap of pebbles nearby. (i) — it dropped the pebbles into the jar one by one. (j) —, the water came to the mouth of the jar and the crow drank to its fill.

32. (a) because (b) That is why (c) but (d) So (e) Suddenly (f) At once (g) But (h) However (i) So (j) As a result

33. 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 enables us to refresh ourselves and to revive our spirit. Leisure breaks the monotony of existence with a touch of variety. (i) — leisure is always a source of joy whenever it comes. (j) — everyday should try to find leisure and to enjoy it to make the life happy and peaceful. 

33. (a) when (b) not only (c) Therefore (d) when (e) and (f) But (g) that (h) which (i) Moreover (j) Therefore

34. Bangladesh is a developing country. (a) — here most of the people live in villages. (b) —, the development of the entire country depends on the development of these villages. (c) — the development of village areas is called rural development. (d) — there are different reasons for the underdeveloped state of our villages. (e) —, most of the people in the rural areas are illiterate. (f) —, they are not conscious about their duties, rights and responsibilities. (g) —, most of the farmers use the ancient agricultural tools and techniques. (h) —, there are different false beliefs, superstitions and malpractices among the villagers. (i) —, our rural societies are lagging behind. (j) — the people of all walks of life along with the government should take proper initiatives for rural development. 

34. (a) But (b) That is why (c) Therefore (d) But (e) First of all (f) Moreover (g) Furthermore (h) In addition (i) As a result (j) Hence

35. A student should prepare himself to face the problem (a) — lies before him. He is (b) — an individual (c) — a member of the community too. He should try to equip himself fully (d) — in future he can be able to discharge his duties as an individual (e) — a member of the community to (f) — he belongs. (g) — he wastes his time in (h) — activities (i) — agitational politics, his future will be doomed. The students should not forget that their main duty is to study. (j) — it is their first and foremost duty also.  

35. (a) that (b) not only (c) but also (d) so that (e) as well as (f) which (g) if (h) such (i) as (j) And

36. A man who earns his livelihood by fishing is called a fishermen. (a) —, a fisherman lives by the side of a river or sea. His fishing equipments are boats and nets. (b) — most of the fisherman do not have nets or boats of their own. (c) — fishermen work as day labourers under other solvent fishermen. (d) —, a fishermen sometimes goes to the deep sea for fishing in fair weather or foul. (e) —, they do not have radio with them, (f) —, they cannot know the weather forecast timely. (g) —, they now and then are caught by the violent sea and meet watery graves. (h) —, a fisherman cannot overcome his poverty for want of proper capital and skill. (i) —, for the cheating of the middle men, a fisherman does not get the due price of the fishes he sells. A fisherman contributes a lot to the economy of the country. (j) —, govt. should intervene here to upgrade the life of the fishermen.

36. (a) Generally (b) Unfortunately (c) These (d) Of course (e) As (f) so (g) As a result (h) Moreover (i) Besides (j) That's why

37. Population of a country is an asset. (a) — when it grows beyond limit, it becomes a problem in Bangladesh. There are many problems for it. There are many reasons for this problem. (b) — most of our people are illiterate. (c) — They don't know the result of their problem. They give birth to many children in their life. (d) — there are many superstitions that Allah has made us and He will feed us. (e) — many parents want male child. (f) — our climate is another cause. (g) — many people don't know family planning. (h) — it creates many problems for us. (i) — we should control it. (j) — it will hamper our development.     

37. (a) But (b) Firstly (c) So/ As such (d) Moreover (e) Besides (f) Secondly (g) Thirdly (h) Hence (i) However (j) Otherwise 

38. An ideal student is the future of a nation. He has certain duties. (a) —, he has to study sincerely. (b) — he should be punctual, disciplined and responsible. (c) —, he has to be well mannered and respectful to his superiors. (d) —, he should avoid bad companies as well as bad habits. (e) —, he can prove himself as an ideal student. (f) —, students today are not found so sincere and punctual. (g) —, they are always busy with unnecessary mobile phones, watching TV, using computer and loitering. (h) —, they are destroying their future. They are destroying the future of the nation as well. (i) —, students should be careful and sincere to their study and manners. (j) —, the future of the nation will be destroyed. 

38. (a) At first (b) Secondly (c) Thirdly (d) Fourthly (e) Thus (f) Unfortunately (g) Moreover (h) Thus (i) Obviously (j) Otherwise

39. 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.

39. (a) much (b) If (c) only (d) By (e) When (f) properly (g) Along with (h) that (i) and (j) that/which

40. Time is a special resource that you cannot store or save for later use. (a) — it is managed properly to gain success. The skills of managing time properly are called time management skill. (b) –– these skills are necessary for job hunting and career success. (c) — it is essential to improve these skills. (d) — there are several useful strategies that can be used to improve your time management skills. (e) — have clear goal in mind. (f) — set up your priorities. (g) — block out time for your high priority activities first and protect that time from interruptions. (h) — set a deadline to do them and try your best to stick to it. (i) — your skills will help you avoid stress in completing and work successfully. (j) — reward yourself when the job is done.

40. (a) So (b) And (c) But (d) Besides (e) First of all (f) Then (g) Next (h) Finally (i) Actually (j) Then 

41. Drug addiction is a curse in modern age. (a) , it is the habit of using unprescribed medicine for exciting feelings. (b) , drug addiction is found among the young generation. (c) , it has engulfed the whole nation. (d) — the entire youth society is on the verge of ruin. (e) , drugs create some kind of dream-like feelings, the drug takers forget everything for the time being (f) , the influence of drugs also causes long sleep to the drugs addicts. (g) , the after effects of drug addiction are many. (h) , it is harmful not only to the addicts but also to the whole society. (i) , drug taking is a disease, there should be given treatment to cure the addicts. (j) , parents and responsible authorities should be more alert to cure drug addiction.    

41. (a) Because (b) Usually (c) At present (d) As a result (e) Since (f) Again (g) But (h) As such (i) As (j) It is time.

42. The Language Movement was a political movement in former East Pakistan (today Bangladesh) advocated the recognition of Bangla language as an official language. (a) , this movement was Bangla to be used in government offices. (b) , it supported Bangla as a medium of instruction. (c)  demanded the use of Bangla script. (d)  the partition of India in 1947, the dominion of Pakistan between (e)  Pakistan and Bangladesh were composed of various ethnic and linguistic groups. (f) , these regions were not geographically attached. (g) , the government of Pakistan declared Urdu as the national language. (h) , it produced massive protest among the Bengali speaking people of erstwhile East Bengal. The Pakistani government banned public meetings and rallies. (i) , the students of Dhaka University disobeyed the law and organized a protest on 21 February 1951. (j) , the central government granted Bangla as an official language in 1956.      

42. (a) In addition (b) First of all (c) Secondly (d) After (e) Both (f) Though (g) Yet (h) As a result (i) However (j) Finally

43. It is often said that our large population is our number one problem. (a)  it is not true. (b)  the large population can be turned into a unique manpower in a country. (c)  China can be cited here. Though her population is more than 120 million, she is progressing day by day. (d)  we are lagging behind. We can take some measures to turn our population into manpower. (e)  we should give our population vocational training. (f)  we should give them some loan on easy terms (g)  they can start an independent business. (h)  they will be able to support their family. (i)  our national economy will be strengthened, no doubt. (j)  we will fail to compete with developed countries.

43. (a) But (b) Because (c) In this case (d) On the contrary (e) For this (f) Besides (g) so that (h) Then (i) As a result (j) Otherwise

44. Time is a special resource that you cannot store or save for later use. (a)  it is essential to gain success. The skills of managing time properly are called time management skills. (b)  these skills are necessary for job hunting and career success. (c)  it is essential to improve these skills. (d)  there are several strategies that can be used to improve your time management skills. (c)  have clear goal in mind. (f)  set up your priorities. (g)  block your time for your high priority activities first and protect that time from interruptions (h)  set a deadline to do them and try your best to stick to it. (i)  your skills will help you avoid stress in completing any work successfully. (j)  reward yourself when the job is done.  

44. (a) In fact (b) Certainly (c) Moreover (d) Again (e) First of all (f) Secondly (g) Then (h) Finally (i) Of course (j) Last of all

45. Students are the future leaders of a country. It is (a)  today's student will lead the country tomorrow. (b)  he must take preparation to lead the country properly. He should evaluate every single moment of time. (c)  lost time can never be got back. He should take proper education. (d)  obtaining certificate from academy should not be his aim and objective. He should refine his sense and sensibility through education. (e)  he should gain an ability to distinguish between right and wrong through education. (f)  he should broaden his mind and mentality through education. (g)  education is the fullest development of body, mind and soul together. During student life, he can render social service. (h)  he can eradicate illiteracy from his locality; he can help flood affected people. He should also mould his character. Without molding character, he cannot work ethically. A characterless man cannot be a patriot, (i)  a student should definitely be characterized. (j)  the whole nation will be deprived of good leadership   

45. (a) true that (b) So/Therefore/As such (c) In fact (d) Only (e) Firstly (f) Secondly (g) In fact (h) Finally (i) So (j) Otherwise

46. God has created human body so wonderfully that it cannot be compared to any other animal body. (a) , it is shaped particularly, (b)  it can do any type of work. (c)  it is not as strong as a tiger. (d)  man can beat a tiger. (e)  he has a very sharp brain. By using his brain, human body has been able to overcome any of its limitations. (f) , in spite of having no wing man flies faster than a kite. (g) , he has been able to control big and strong beasts. (h)  all the ability of human body will be useless if it is not fit for work. (i)  we must keep our body fit. (j)  we have to maintain the rules of health. 

46. (a) As (b) so (c) But (d) Nevertheless (e) Because (f) Besides (g) Thus (h) But (i) So (j) In doing so  

47. There lived a farmer in a village. One day he bought a goose from the market, (a)  it was not an ordinary goose. It used to lay a golden egg everyday. The farmer sold the eggs to a jeweller. (b)  he became solvent within a short period of time. (c) , the wife of the farmer was quite happy with their conditions. (d)  the farmer was greedy. He wanted to get all the eggs at a time. (e)  he wanted to cut the belly of the goose. (f) , his wife was a prudent woman. She forbade him to do that. (g)  he didn't listen to his wife. (h)  he killed the goose and cut open its stomach. (i)  he found nothing. (j)  he could realize that greed loses all.

47. (a) But (b) Thus (c) Besides (d) But (e) So (f) On the other hand (g) But (h) Therefore (i) But (j) Thus/At last 

48. Liberty is a small but significant word. (a)  liberty does not descend upon a nation. (b) , it is to be acquired. (c)  it has to be obtained by a way of long drawn struggle or even a bloody war. (d)  it is achieved the struggle or the war ends. (e)  comes the question of maintaining the liberty earned at a great cost and sacrifice. (f)  to maintain the liberty of a nation is a very difficult task. (g)  it is more difficult than to achieve it. (h)  national liberty is political and economic liberty. (i)  it indicates the freedom from poverty and illiteracy (j)  it will be called the real freedom.

48. (a) However (b) First of all (c) Next (d) As soon as (e) Then (f) Because (g) However (h) Moreover (i) If (j) then

49. Long ago there was a mighty old king of England named Lear. He had three  daughters Goneril, Regan and Cordelia. He was tired of ruling the country. (a) —, the made up his mind to step down and divide his kingdom among his three daughters (b) — at first he wanted to know how much they loved him (c) — Lear asked his eldest daughter, "How much do you love me?" (d) —, Goneril declared, "Sir, I love you more than I can say. Lear was satisfied. (e) —, he called for the map of his kingdom and drew his finger round one third of it. (f) — Lear asked his second daughter Regan how much she loved him.She said, "My love for you, shall never change" (g) — Lear was pleased and gave her a third of his kingdom. (h)–– it was the turn of Cordelia the youngest and most loved daughter. (i) — asked, Cordelia, said, "Nothing" (j) —, Lear was shocked and said, "Nothing comes of nothing."

49. (a) So (b) However (c) When (d) In reply (e) So (f) Then (g) At this (h) Now (i) When (j) Therefore

50. (a) — the purpose of football and cricket is the same, there are some differences between the two games. (b) —, a football match is played/held between two teams. (c) — two opposite teams are a must to arrange a cricket match. Football is a short time game. (d) —, cricket is a long time game. A football match is conducted by a referee in the middle of the field and two assistant referees in the side lines. (e) —, a cricket match is run by two field umpires and a third umpire known as TV umpire. (f) —, a football ground is square or rectangular in shape. (g) — a cricket ground is round. There are two goal posts in a football ground. (h) — there are two wickets in a cricket ground. A football is a must to play football. (i) — a tennis or cricket ball, a bat and at least six stamps with bells are needed to play cricket. (j) — both the games are entertaining.

50. (a) Generally (b) For example (c) Similarly (d) On the other hand (e) On the other hand (f) Actually (g) But (h) Whereas (i) Likewise (j) Above all