Gap Filling without Clues

1. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.   Use one word for each gap: [Dhaka Board-2015]  

Scientists have (a) — reported that the surface icecaps are (b) —. This is due to a rise (c) — atmospheric temperature known (d) — the greenhouse effect. According to the scientists, carbon di-oxide is primarily responsible (e) — temperature rise in the (f) —. The carbon di-oxide is high (g) — coal and oil (h) — burnt. The gas is accumulating in the atmosphere and (i) — temperature to rise. As a result, the polar ice in the North and south poles (j) — melting.

1. Dhaka Board-2015: Answer

Scientists have (a) recently reported that the surface icecaps are (b) melting. This is due to a rise (c) in atmospheric temperature known (d) as the greenhouse effect. According to the scientists, carbon dioxide is primarily responsible (e) for temperature rise in the (f) atmosphere. The carbon dioxide is high (g) when coal and oil (h) are burnt. The gas is accumulating in the atmosphere and (i) causing temperature to rise. As a result, the polar ice in the North and South Poles (j) is melting.

2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Chittagong Board-2015]

Bangladesh is a land of (a) —. It got (b) — in 1971 (c) — a liberation war. It is located (d) — South Asia. Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. Dhaka is also known as the city of mosque. About 14 crore people live here. Most of them are poor and (e) —. They earn their livelihood (f) — agriculture. But educated and skilled people work (g) — offices and factories. Our main food is rice and fish. It is a country of beauty. Its flora and fauna attract everyone’s eyes. It is in fact (h) — large village. The people of Bangladesh are very (i) —. There are many beautiful things here that attract the travellers and the (j) —.

2. Chittagong Board-2015: Answer

Bangladesh is a land of (a) beauty. It got (b) independence in 1971 (c) through a liberation war. It is located (d) in South Asia. Dhaka is the capital of Bangladesh. Dhaka is also known as the city of (e) mosques. About 14 crore people live here. Most of them are poor and (f) uneducated. They earn their livelihood (g) through agriculture. But educated and skilled people work (h) in offices and factories. Our main food is rice and fish. It is a country of beauty. Its flora and fauna attract everyone’s eyes. It is, in fact, (i) a large village. The people of Bangladesh are very (j) hospitable. There are many beautiful things here that attract the travelers and the (k) tourists.

3. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Rajshahi Board-2015]

Modern civilization is the (a) — of science. Science has worked (b) — a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c) — day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) — communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite, etc. are (e) — greatest wonders of science. Nowadays a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) — eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) — in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) — has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power. (i) — diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) —.

3. Rajshahi Board-2015: Answer

Modern civilization is the (a) gift of science. Science has worked (b) like a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c) single day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) of communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, and satellite, etc. are (e) the greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) an eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) change in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) blind has got eyes, lame has got legs, and deaf has got hearing power. (i) Some diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) curable.

4. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Barisal Board-2015]

We live in an age of (a) —. We can see (b) — influence of science in all spheres of our daily life. Science is a constant (c) — of our daily life. We have (d) — the impossible things possible by means (e) — science. The modern civilization is a (f) — of science. At present we can (g) — travel from one place to another. (h) — ancient time journey was difficult. (i) — had to spend much (j) — and money for travelling. But we should remember that science has to be exploited for the greater welfare of mankind.

4. Barisal Board-2015: Answer

We live in an age of (a) science. We can see (b) the influence of science in all spheres of our daily life. Science is a constant (c) companion of our daily life. We have (d) made the impossible things possible by means (e) of science. Modern civilization is a (f) blessing of science. At present, we can (g) easily travel from one place to another. (h) In ancient times, a journey was difficult. (i) People had to spend much (j) time and money on traveling. But we should remember that science has to be exploited for the greater welfare of mankind.

5. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Sylhet Board-2015] 

Once there lived (a) — poor man. He could hardly maintain his family (b) — he did not have any land (c) — cultivation. One day he bought (d) — wonderful goose. The goose laid a (e) — egg every day. In a few months he became rich. But he was a (f) — greedy man. He thought that there (g) — more eggs in the belly of the goose. He wanted to get all the eggs (h) —- a time. So, one day, he killed the goose and cut its belly open with (i) — knife. But alas! there was no egg. Thus, the greedy farmer (j) — the useful goose.

5. Sylhet Board-2015: Answer

Once there lived (a) a poor man. He could hardly maintain his family (b) as he did not have any land (c) for cultivation. One day he bought (d) a wonderful goose. The goose laid a (e) golden egg every day. In a few months, he became rich. But he was a (f) very greedy man. He thought that there (g) were more eggs in the belly of the goose. He wanted to get all the eggs (h) at a time. So, one day, he killed the goose and cut its belly open with (i) a knife. But alas! There was no egg. Thus, the greedy farmer (j) lost the useful goose.

6. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: Use one word for each gap: [Dhaka Board-2016]

Illiteracy is not (a) — boon to us. It is undoubtedly a (b) —. It hinders all kinds (c) — development of a country. Illiteracy causes great (d) — to us. Since we are not (e) — of the gravity of the problem, we cannot take steps to increase our (f) — rate. As a result, we are (g) — behind. We have to depend (h) — the foreign aids. So, all should come forward (i) — to remove illiteracy. Then, the (j) — of our country will be possible.

6. Dhaka Board-2016: Answer

Illiteracy is not (a) a boon to us. It is undoubtedly a (b) curse/ bane. It hinders all kinds (c) of development of a country. Illiteracy causes great (d) harm to us. Since we are not (e) aware of the gravity of the problem, we cannot take steps to increase our (f) literacy rate. As a result, we are (g) lagging behind. We have to depend (h) on foreign aid. So, all should come forward (i) to remove illiteracy. Then, the (j) progress of our country will be possible.

7. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one world in each blank: [Rajshahi Board-2016]

Time is very (a) —. Time which is lost once is lost forever. There is a proverb that time and tide (b) — for none. It is time which does not have any relative feelings. If it is not used (c) —, one must suffer (d) — the long run. (e) — the other hand we can go a long way (f) — realizing the value of time. Those who have become great have made (g) — use of time. They never put (h) — their work (i) — tomorrow. As a result, they have (j) — top position in society. So, it is our duty to follow them.

7. Rajshahi Board-2016: Answer

Time is very (a) valuable. Time which is lost once is lost forever. There is a proverb that time and tide (b) wait for none. It is time which does not have any relative feelings. If it is not used (c) properly, one must suffer (d) in the long run. (e) On the other hand, we can go a long way (f) by realizing the value of time. Those who have become great have made (g) proper use of time. They never put (h) off their work (i) for tomorrow. As a result, they have (j) reached top positions in society.

8. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: Use only one world in each blank: [Dinajpur Board-2016]

Robert Bruce was a famous king of Scotland. England was a great (a) — of his kingdom. So, he was driven (b) — from his kingdom by the English. For this, he had to fight against (c) — English for the defense of his country and (d) — men. But he was (e) — unfortunate fellow. He fought (f) — his kingdom several times but every time he was defeated. So, he was (g) — despair. One day while (h) — in a lonely cave, an incident drew his attention. He saw that a spider was trying to reach its target. Six times it tried and every time it failed. But it did not give (i) — its hope and finally at the seventh time it was successful (j) — its attempt.

8. Dinajpur Board-2016: Answer

Robert Bruce was a famous king of Scotland. England was a great (a) enemy of his kingdom. So, he was driven (b) out from his kingdom by the English. For this, he had to fight against (c) the English for the defense of his country and (d) his men. But he was (e) an unfortunate fellow. He fought (f) for his kingdom several times but every time he was defeated. So, he was (g) in despair. One day, while (h) sitting in a lonely cave, an incident drew his attention. He saw that a spider was trying to reach its target. Six times it tried and every time it failed. But it did not give (i) up its hope and finally at the seventh time it was successful (j) in its attempt.

9. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one world in each blank: [Cumilla Board 2016]

Honesty is (a) — to be (b) — best policy. An honest man never (c) — from the path (d) — morality. He is (e) — by (f) — but hated by (g) — (h) — enemies believe and respect an (i) — and truthful man. So, it is our duty to remain honest (j) — our life.

9. Cumilla Board-2016: Answer

Honesty is (a) said to be (b) the best policy. An honest man never (c) deviates from the path (d) of morality. He is (e) loved by (f) all but hated by (g) none. (h) Even enemies believe and respect an (i) honest and truthful man. So, it is our duty to remain honest (j) throughout our life.

10. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one world in each blank: [Chattogram Board 2016]

An early (a) — can enjoy (b) — fresh air and oxygen (c) — the morning which refreshes both his body and mind. Moreover, he can finish his work early and as such he finds enough time to (d) — his work properly. (e) — the other hand, too much sleep makes (f) — man dull and lazy. A man who gets up late, wastes a lot of time (g) — sleep and idleness. He does not utilize time (h) — doing his work properly. So, everyone should make (i) — habit of early (j) —.

10. Chattogram Board-2016: Answer

An early (a) riser can enjoy (b) the fresh air and oxygen (c) in the morning which refreshes both his body and mind. Moreover, he can finish his work early and as such he finds enough time to (d) complete his work properly. (e) On the other hand, too much sleep makes (f) a man dull and lazy. A man who gets up late wastes a lot of time (g) in sleep and idleness. He does not utilize time (h) for doing his work properly. So, everyone should make (i) a habit of early (j) rising.

11. Fill in the blanks with suitable word. Use only one world in each blank: [Sylhet Board 2016]

Housing is one of the (a) — problems of our (b) —. Thousands of people in big cities (c) — Dhaka and Chittagong dwell (d) — the footpaths. In rural (e) — also there is (f) — acute shortage of houses. The cost of construction is (g) — everyday. At present it is very (h) — for the common people to afford (i) — cost of construction. This problem needs to be addressed (j) —.

11. Sylhet Board 2016: Answer

Housing is one of the (a) major problems of our (b) country. Thousands of people in big cities (c) like Dhaka and Chittagong dwell (d) on the footpaths. In rural (e) areas also there is (f) an acute shortage of houses. The cost of construction is (g) rising every day. At present it is very (h) difficult for the common people to afford (i) the cost of construction. This problem needs to be addressed (j) urgently.

12. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one world in each blank: [Jessore Board-2016]

A true friend is (a) — asset. He stands (b) — his friends in time (c) — danger. He is not (d) — greedy person. He (e) — wishes for the welfare of (f) — friend. But it is a matter (g) — regret that a true friend is very (h) — today. A selfish man cannot be a (i) — friend. He always thinks of this (j) — interest.

12. Jessore Board 2016: Answer

A true friend is (a) an asset. He stands (b) by his friends in times (c) of danger. He is not (d) a greedy person. He (e) always wishes for the welfare of (f) his friend. But it is a matter (g) of regret that a true friend is very (h) rare today. A selfish man cannot be a (i) true friend. He always thinks of his (j) own interest.

13. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Rajshahi Board 2017]

Man is the (a) — of his own fate. If he makes a proper (b) — of time and does his duties (c) —, he is sure to improve and (d) — in life. But if he does not (e) — it, he is sure to (f) —. Then he will be (g) — to drag a miserable (h) —. To spoil time is (i) — for a person. For our life is nothing (j) — the sum total of hours, days and years.

13. Rajshahi Board 2017: Answer

Man is the (a) architect of his own fate. If he makes a proper (b) use of time and does his duties (c) properly, he is sure to improve and (d) succeed in life. But if he does not (e) utilize it, he is sure to (f) fail. Then he will be (g) forced to drag a miserable (h) life. To spoil time is (i) harmful for a person. For our life is nothing (j) but the sum total of hours, days, and years.

14. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Dhaka Board 2017]           

Every student wants to do well (a) — the examination. But it is not (b) — easy task. A student has to work (c) — for this. From the very (d) — of the year, he must be serious. He should read the (e) — books again and again. He must not memorize answers (f) — understanding. He must not make note (g) — a common source. He should have a good command (h) — English. By doing all (i) — thing, a student can hope to make (j) — excellent result.

14. Dhaka Board 2017: Answer

Every student wants to do well (a) in the examination. But it is not (b) an easy task. A student has to work (c) hard for this. From the very (d) beginning of the year, he must be serious. He should read the (e) text books again and again. He must not memorize answers (f) without understanding. He must not make notes (g) from a common source. He should have a good command (h) over English. By doing all (i) these things, a student can hope to make (j) an excellent result.

15. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Dinajpur Board 2017]

Trees are (a) — to man in many ways. They provide us (b) — oxygen without which we cannot live more than a few minutes. They supply (c) — with vitamin and food, give us shade and help to (d) — drought and flood. Unfortunately, we cannot realize (e) — importance of trees. We cut them (f) — in large numbers. (g) — it is a suicidal attempt. (h) — we do not stop (i) — acts, soon our country will, no doubt, turn (j) — a desert.

15. Dinajpur Board 2017: Answer

Trees are (a) useful to man in many ways. They provide us (b) with oxygen without which we cannot live more than a few minutes. They supply (c) us with vitamins and food, give us shade and help to (d) prevent drought and flood. Unfortunately, we cannot realize (e) the importance of trees. We cut them (f) down in large numbers. (g) Indeed, it is a suicidal attempt. (h) If we do not stop (i) these acts, soon our country will, no doubt, turn (j) into a desert.

16. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Sylhet Board 2017]

Trees bear a great impact (a) — the climate. If we destroy trees (b) — random, one day the country will turn (c) — a great desert. The country will bear the consequences of greenhouse (d) —. Again, there will be no rain, and as a result the country will face a great crisis because ours is (e) — agricultural country and our economy is dependent on (f) —. Again, our agriculture (g) — on rain. So, trees have a (h) — effect on our climate. Trees keep the soil strong. Trees save us (i) — flood and many other natural (j) —.

16. Sylhet Board 2017: Answer

Trees bear a great impact (a) on the climate. If we destroy trees (b) at random, one day the country will turn (c) into a great desert. The country will bear the consequences of greenhouse (d) effects. Again, there will be no rain, and as a result, the country will face a great crisis because ours is (e) an agricultural country and our economy is dependent on (f) it. Again, our agriculture (g) depends on rain. So, trees have a (h) positive effect on our climate. Trees keep the soil strong. Trees save us (i) from flood and many other natural (j) disasters.

17. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank:

Sleep is one of (a) — most important factors (b) — human life. (c) — sound man cannot go (d) — sleeping. Sleep is (e) — healing medicine of the troubled (f) —. It relieves physical and mental pain. Night is the proper time of (g) —. But if (h) — man has to pass a sleepless night, he never feels well. He loses energy and peace of mind. As a result, he becomes indifferent (i) — his (j) — and responsibilities.

17. Answer

Sleep is one of (a) the most important factors (b) in human life. (c) A sound man cannot go (d) without sleeping. Sleep is (e) a healing medicine of the troubled (f) mind. It relieves physical and mental pain. Night is the proper time of (g) rest. But if (h) a man has to pass a sleepless night, he never feels well. He loses energy and peace of mind. As a result, he becomes indifferent (i) to his (j) duties and responsibilities.

18. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Jashore Board 2017]

A great (a) — of people speak English all over (b) — world. Some people use (c) — as a first language and some people take it as (d) — second language. Many international organizations now (e) — on English to communicate with offices in different (f) —. Their advertisements published (g) — different newspapers are in English. They also want people who possess a good (h) — over English. People seeking (i) — can’t expect to get a good one (j) — knowing English.

18. Jessore Board 2017: Answer

A great (a) number of people speak English all over (b) the world. Some people use (c) it as a first language, and some people take it as (d) a second language. Many international organizations now (e) depend on English to communicate with offices in different (f) countries. Their advertisements published (g) in different newspapers are in English. They also want people who possess a good (h) command over English. People seeking (i) jobs can’t expect to get a good one (j) without knowing English.

19. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Cumilla Board 2017]

The Eiffel Tower was named (a) — Gustavo Effiel, a Frenchman, who built (b) — Tower. He graduated from the Central School of Engineering in Paris and went to work for a railway (c) — company. For years Gustave made plan (d) — plan of dams, factories, stations and structures of great size. All (e) — Europe engineers copied them. In the middle of 1880, a group of French industrialists persuade the government to organize (f) — World’s Fair (g) — Paris. Gustave Eiffel proposed a 989-foot tower of iron as symbol of the (h) —. Forty engineers and designers under Eiffel’s (i) — worked for two years. It was (j) — highest structure yet made by man.

19. Cumilla Board 2017: Answer

The Eiffel Tower was named (a) after Gustavo Eiffel, a Frenchman, who built (b) the tower. He graduated from the Central School of Engineering in Paris and went to work for a railway (c) bridge company. For years Gustave made (d) plan after plan of dams, factories, stations, and structures of great size. All (e) over Europe, engineers copied them. In the middle of 1880, a group of French industrialists persuaded the government to organize (f) the World’s Fair (g) in Paris. Gustave Eiffel proposed a 989-foot tower of iron as a symbol of the (h) fair. Forty engineers and designers under Eiffel’s (i) supervision worked for two years. It was (j) the highest structure yet made by man.

20. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Chittangong Board 2017]

A man of (a) — is respected always (b) — after his death for his (c) —. He is an (d) — person who devotes himself with a view to (e) — education in the society. He always (f) — people how to (g) — between right and wrong. (h) — fact, he is the authentic person (i) — the world should (j) —.

20. Chittagong Board 2017: Answer

A man of (a) wisdom is respected always (b) even after his death for his (c) contributions. He is an (d) enlightened person who devotes himself with a view to (e) spreading education in society. He always (f) teaches people how to (g) differentiate between right and wrong. (h) In fact, he is the authentic person (i) whom the world should (j) follow.

21. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [All Boards 2018]

Truthfulness (a) — to the habit of speaking the truth. It is (b) — greatest of all virtues in a man’s life. The true peace and prosperity of man entirely depend (c) — it. It ennobles one’s character and gives one high (d) — in society. It may not make one rich (e) — brings peace of mind. A truthful person is loved and respected (f) — all. A truthful person cares (g) —. All religions teach us to (h) — truthful. By (i) — of truthfulness all can shine in life. Truthfulness (j) — lead the whole world to peace and prosperity.

21. All Boards 2018: Answer

Truthfulness (a) refers to the habit of speaking the truth. It is (b) the greatest of all virtues in a man’s life. The true peace and prosperity of man entirely depend (c) on it. It ennobles one’s character and gives one high (d) position in society. It may not make one rich (e) but brings peace of mind. A truthful person is loved and respected (f) by all. A truthful person cares (g) little for material gain. All religions teach us to (h) be truthful. By (i) virtue of truthfulness, all can shine in life. Truthfulness (j) can lead the whole world to peace and prosperity.

22. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Dhaka Board 2019]

Once a farmer had a great desire (a) — land. One day (b) — to the landlord, he wanted some land (c) — he might live in comfort. The landlord was very wise. So, he told him to have as much land as he could cover by running (d) — sunset. The farmer became very pleased (e) — that. Next morning, he started running as (f) —as he could to cover more area. He ran till evening and the sun was (g) — to set. He ran with his last strength but became very tired and fell (h) — dead. He was (i) — there. Then the wise man remarked a man needs just as much land as will be enough (j) — his grave.

22. Dhaka Board 2019: Answer

Once a farmer had a great desire (a) for land. One day, (b) talking to the landlord, he wanted some land (c) so that he might live in comfort. The landlord was very wise. So, he told him to have as much land as he could cover by running (d) before sunset. The farmer became very pleased (e) with that. Next morning, he started running as (f) fast as he could to cover more area. He ran till evening and the sun was (g) about to set. He ran with his last strength but became very tired and fell (h) down dead. He was (i) buried there. Then the wise man remarked a man needs just as much land as will be enough (j) for his grave.

23. Fill in the blanks with suitable word. Use only one word for each gap. [Chattogram Board 2019]

Road accident is (a) — regular phenomenon in Bangladesh. Many people die (b) — road accidents every year. So, it is considered as a (c) —. Road accidents occur for (d) — reasons. Many factors are (e) —for road accidents. The most common cause is (f) — driving. Sometimes they drive night coach (g) — on the same day. The drivers do not check the engines (h) — before they start driving. The roads are two-lane roads (i) — any dividers. These are some of the (j) — reasons of road accidents in Bangladesh.

23. Chattogram Board 2019: Answer

Road accident is (a) a regular phenomenon in Bangladesh. Many people die (b) in road accidents every year. So, it is considered as a (c) disaster. Road accidents occur for (d) various reasons. Many factors are (e) responsible for road accidents. The most common cause is (f) reckless driving. Sometimes they drive night coach (g) and on the same day. The drivers do not check the engines (h) properly before they start driving. The roads are two-lane roads (i) without any dividers. These are some of the (j) main reasons of road accidents in Bangladesh.

24. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Rajshahi Board 2019]

Housing is one of the greatest (a) — in our country. Thousands of people in big (b) — like Dhaka and Chattogram (c) — in the footpaths. In rural (d) — there is also an acute (e) — of housing. The cost of construction is (f) — day by day. At present it is very (g) — for the (h) — people to (i) — the cost of construction. So, this problem (j) — to be solved soon.

24. Rajshahi Board 2019: Answer

Housing is one of the greatest (a) problems in our country. Thousands of people in big (b) cities like Dhaka and Chattogram (c) live on the footpaths. In rural (d) areas there is also an acute (e) shortage of housing. The cost of construction is (f) increasing day by day. At present, it is very (g) difficult for the (h) poor people to (i) bear the cost of construction. So, this problem (j) needs to be solved soon.

25. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Barishal Board 2019]

Nowadays, the young farmers of our country are showing interest to (a) — foreign vegetables. They with their innovative power, have added new dimensions (b) — the country’s agricultural sector. Karim Ullah is such a (c) —. Five years ago, he started his farm with a (d) — and challenge. Now he owns a (e) — farm where he cultivates curry leaves, lemon grass, broccoli and other (f) — vegetables. The cultivation of foreign crops (g) — our country is very inspiring for both (h) — farmers and the customers as it brings diversity in our regular (i) — and nutrition. It is also possible to (j) — vegetables by ensuring quality production and packaging.

25. Barishal Board 2019: Answer

Nowadays, the young farmers of our country are showing interest to (a) grow foreign vegetables. They, with their innovative power, have added new dimensions (b) to the country’s agricultural sector. Karim Ullah is such a (c) farmer. Five years ago, he started his farm with a (d) dream and challenge. Now he owns a (e) large farm where he cultivates curry leaves, lemon grass, broccoli, and other (f) foreign vegetables. The cultivation of foreign crops (g) in our country is very inspiring for both (h) young farmers and the customers as it brings diversity in our regular (i) diet and nutrition. It is also possible to (j) export vegetables by ensuring quality production and packaging.

26. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Sylhet Board 2019]

A true friend is (a) — asset. He stands (b) — his friends in time (c) — danger. He is not (d) — greedy person. He (e) — wishes for the welfare of (f) — friend. But it is a matter of (g) — regret that a true friend is very (h) — today. A selfish man cannot be a (i) — friend. He always thinks of his (j) — interest.

26. Sylhet Board 2019: Answer

A true friend is (a) an asset. He stands (b) by his friends in times (c) of danger. He is not (d) a greedy person. He (e) always wishes for the welfare of (f) his friend. But it is a matter of (g) great regret that a true friend is very (h) rare today. A selfish man cannot be a (i) true friend. He always thinks of his (j) own interest.

27. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Dinajpur Board 2019]

Scientists have recently reported that (a) — surface Ice caps are (b) —. This is due to a rise (c) — atmospheric temperature known (d) — the greenhouse effect. According to the scientists, carbon dioxide is primarily responsible (e) — temperature rise in the (f) —. Carbon dioxide is high when coal and oil (g) — burnt. The gas is accumulating (h) — the atmosphere and causing the temperature to rise. As a result, the polar Ice in the North and South poles (i) — melting. We should maintain the ecological (j) — of the environment.

27. Dinajpur Board 2019: Answer

Scientists have recently reported that (a) the surface ice caps are (b) melting. This is due to a rise (c) in atmospheric temperature known (d) as the greenhouse effect. According to the scientists, carbon dioxide is primarily responsible (e) for temperature rise in the (f) atmosphere. Carbon dioxide is high when coal and oil (g) are burnt. The gas is accumulating (h) in the atmosphere and causing the temperature to rise. As a result, the polar ice in the North and South poles (i) is melting. We should maintain the ecological (j) balance of the environment.

28. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Cumilla Board—2019]

Reading textbook is essential (a) — all the students. A student cannot expect (b) — make a good result until he or she reads textbooks. In the textbooks all the topics are designed as per students’ grade that ensures (c) — complete sense. In case (d) — not reading those texts a student will miss (e) — needed for him or her. Moreover, textbooks are (f) — and edited by highly experienced educationists. Some students ignore (g) — read text books rather they prefer guidebooks. But merely (h) — guidebooks keep the students ignoble of the subject matter as they are written focusing on exam result (i) — a textbook covers all the details for holistic flourish (j) — a student.

28. Cumilla Board 2019: Answer

Reading textbooks is essential (a) for all the students. A student cannot expect (b) to make a good result until he or she reads textbooks. In the textbooks, all the topics are designed as per students’ grade that ensures (c) a complete sense. In case (d) of not reading those texts, a student will miss (e) what is needed for him or her. Moreover, textbooks are (f) written and edited by highly experienced educationists. Some students ignore (g) to read textbooks; rather, they prefer guidebooks. But merely (h) reading guidebooks keeps the students ignorant of the subject matter as they are written focusing on exam results, (i) while a textbook covers all the details for holistic flourishing (j) of a student.

29. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Jashore Board-2019]

Language plays a very important (a) — in the life of human beings. We use language from the (b) — we wake up in the morning (c) — we go to bed at night. We use (d) — for different purposes. We use language to (e) — our ideas, thoughts and feelings, to (f) — our message or to pass (g) — information to others. In short, language is (h) — present in our activities. It is (i) — inseparable part of (j) — we are, what we do and believe.

29. Jashore Board-2019: Answer

Language plays a very important (a) role in the life of human beings. We use language from the (b) moment we wake up in the morning (c) until we go to bed at night. We use (d) it for different purposes. We use language to (e) express our ideas, thoughts, and feelings, to (f) convey our message or to pass (g) important information to others. In short, language is (h) always present in our activities. It is (i) an inseparable part of (j) what we are, what we do and believe.

30. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Dhaka Board-2020]

Modern civilization is the (a) — of science. Science has worked (b) — a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c) — day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) — communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite, etc. are (e) — greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) — eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) — in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) — has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power. (i) — diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) —.

30. Dhaka Board-2020: Answer

Modern civilization is the (a) gift of science. Science has worked (b) like a magician in the world. We can’t do even a (c) single day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) of communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite, etc., are (e) the greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) an eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) change in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) blind has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power. (i) Some diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) curable.

31. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word for each gap. [Mymensingh Board-2020]

Nowadays, a good number of farmers are getting benefits (a) — the organic cultivation of vegetables. Vermicompost, (b) — organic fertilizer made mainly (c) — cow dung and earthworm is used by the farmers. As the farmers did not use (d) — chemical fertilizer or pesticides on their vegetable beds, the (e) — cost has come down. It takes (f) — fifty thousand taka to prepare an acre of (g) — and the harvest starts within forty-five days (h) — planting. Due to good yield of the crop, some temporary warehouses have been made in (i) — area. So, proper (j) — of organic fertilizer can change the scenario of our agricultural sector.

31. Mymensingh Board-2020: Answer

Nowadays, a good number of farmers are getting benefits (a) from the organic cultivation of vegetables. Vermicompost, (b) an organic fertilizer made mainly (c) from cow dung and earthworms, is used by the farmers. As the farmers did not use (d) any chemical fertilizer or pesticides on their vegetable beds, the (e) production cost has come down. It takes (f) about fifty thousand taka to prepare an acre of (g) land and the harvest starts within forty-five days (h) after planting. Due to the good yield of the crop, some temporary warehouses have been made in (i) the area. So, proper (j) use of organic fertilizer can change the scenario of our agricultural sector.

32. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Rajshahi Board-2020]

Diligence means an (a) — to perform a work successfully. God has given us two hands to (b) —. From the (c) — of the world, human beings have been (d) — with nature to keep hold of their (e) —. If they did not struggle, they might have (f) — long ago. Thus, we see that diligence is (g) — in our personal, social and national life. The student who is (h) — diligent, makes a better result (i) — those who are not. So, to be (f) — everybody should be diligent.

32. Rajshahi Board-2020: Answer

Diligence means an (a) effort to perform a work successfully. God has given us two hands to (b) work. From the (c) beginning of the world, human beings have been (d) struggling with nature to keep hold of their (e) existence. If they did not struggle, they might have (f) perished long ago. Thus, we see that diligence is (g) essential in our personal, social, and national life. The student who is (h) more diligent, makes a better result (i) than those who are not. So, to be (j) successful everybody should be diligent.

33. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [ Cumilla Board-2020]

Education is one of the basic (a) — of a human being and is (b) — for every kind of development. It (c) — us to make right choices in (d) —. It enhances our ability to raise (e) —, store food, protect the environment and (f) — out our social responsibilities. It provides (g) — with an enlightened awareness about things. (h) — education has to be defined. It (i) — not merely getting degrees from schools, (j) — and universities. It is something more lasting, more humane.

33. Cumilla Board-2020: Answer

Education is one of the basic (a) rights of a human being and is (b) essential for every kind of development. It (c) helps us to make right choices in (d) life. It enhances our ability to raise (e) awareness, store food, protect the environment, and (f) carry out our social responsibilities. It provides (g) us with an enlightened awareness about things. (h) True education has to be defined. It (i) is not merely getting degrees from schools, (j) colleges, and universities. It is something more lasting, more humane.

34. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word in each blank. [Chattogram Board-2020]

Patriotism is an (a) — quality of human being. It creates in a man a feeling of love for his motherland. It is older than (b) —. The man who loves his own country, does his first and (c) — duties and works for the (d) — and (e) — of his country, is a patriot. Even the ancient tribes had a great love for the land where they were born and sacrificed their lives to (f) — it. If he does and (g) — his duties honestly and sincerely in his own fields, he can be a patriot. If he does not do so, he will be a (h) —. We must not have bitterness towards anyone. But (i) — patriotism is very bad. All should (j) — off it from their hearts.

34. Chattogram Board-2020: Answer

Patriotism is an (a) innate quality of human beings. It creates in a man a feeling of love for his motherland. It is older than (b) history. The man who loves his own country, does his first and (c) foremost duties and works for the (d) welfare and (e) prosperity of his country, is a patriot. Even the ancient tribes had a great love for the land where they were born and sacrificed their lives to (f) protect it. If he does and (g) performs his duties honestly and sincerely in his own fields, he can be a patriot. If he does not do so, he will be a (h) traitor. We must not have bitterness towards anyone. But (i) blind patriotism is very bad. All should (j) root off it from their hearts.

35. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Sylhet Board 2020]

Adopting unfair means in the examination is (a) — offence. It degrades (b) — standard of education. If the students of (c) — country do not acquire (d) — education, there will be no development for (e) — country. (f) — examinee should study seriously so that he can cut (g) — good figure in the examination. To acquire true education should be (h) — only aim in the lives of all students. (i) — educated man cannot support adopting (j) — unfair means in the examination at all.

35. Sylhet Board-2020: Answer

Adopting unfair means in the examination is (a) an offence. It degrades (b) the standard of education. If the students of (c) a country do not acquire (d) proper education, there will be no development for (e) that country. (f) An examinee should study seriously so that he can cut (g) a good figure in the examination. To acquire true education should be (h) the only aim in the lives of all students. (i) An educated man cannot support adopting (j) any unfair means in the examination at all.

36. Fill in the gaps with suitable words. Use one word for each gap: [Barishal Board-2020]

Terrorism is a (a) — threat and major concern (b) — almost all the countries. Terrorists damage (c) — human lives and properties (d) — panic and terror. The cause of terrorism mainly (e) — to the deprivation of genuine rights and also greed and exploitation (f) — groups and nations. To get rid of terrorism is very difficult (g) — not impossible (h) — different intellectuals and peace (i) — nations work (j) —.

36. Barishal Board-2020: Answer

Terrorism is a (a) global threat and major concern (b) for almost all the countries. Terrorists damage (c) both human lives and properties (d) spreading panic and terror. The cause of terrorism mainly (e) relates to the deprivation of genuine rights and also greed and exploitation (f) among groups and nations. To get rid of terrorism is very difficult (g) but not impossible (h) if different intellectuals and peace (i) loving nations work (j) together.

37. Fill in the blanks with prepositions or articles. You have to put a cross (×) where article is not needed. [Dhaka Board-2022]

It was 4 in the afternoon. Hamid was studying (a) ______ the library when his cell phone rang. It was his younger sister, Runa. She said that she was standing (b) ______ front of (c) ______ shopping mall opposite Hamid’s office and asked him to meet her there as soon as possible. Hamid hurried out of (d) ______ library. As he went (e) ______ the street, he noticed that Runa was not alone. She was holding (f) ______ three to four years old girl (g) ______ hand. (h) ______  child was crying and Runa was trying frantically (i) ______ to pacify her. Some passers-by were looking (j) ______ them suspiciously. When he reached her, she started to explain.

38. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Put a cross mark (×) where no article is needed. [Mymensingh Board-2022]

A national flag is (a) ______ matter of pride for a nation. Every independent nation in (b) ______ world has a national flag (c) ______ its own. As (d) ______ independent nation, we have a national flag. Our national flag is (e) ______ symbol of independence, (f) ______ sovereignty and prosperity. Red and green colours are used in it. The red colour used in (g) ______ flag indicates (h) ______ martyrs who laid down their valuable lives (i) ______ the independence of our country. We must uphold its (j) ______ honour.

39. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the or ×). [Cumilla Board-2022]

Travelling has (a) ______ great influence (b) ______ our minds. The human mind always craves (c) ______ change. There is none who does not feel a thrill of joy (d) ______ the new sight of experience. The traveller comes in contact (e) ______ various types of people. If he moves (f) ______ the observant eyes, he can acquire (g) ______ lot of practical knowledge about men and things of (h) ______ world which books alone cannot provide. Travelling gives us (i) ______ opportunity to enjoy the more enchanting sights of nature. It helps one enrich his knowledge and makes him completely (j) ______ perfect man.

40. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Some of the blanks may not require a preposition or an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: [Rajshahi Board-2022]

It is needless to say that washing hands is very important for us. It is certainly (a) ______ important issue. Washing hands regularly can save us from a kind of infectious disease (b) ______ COVID-19. Washing hands with soap is (c) ______ must. We have to wash hands (d) ______ taking meal and (e) ______ using the toilet. Again, we should wash hands after touching sick members (f) ______ our family and pet animals. Washing hands is also strictly recommended after coming back (g) ______ outside. Washing hands in (h) ______ proper way may help us stay away from corona virus. (i) ______ reason is that coronavirus spreads through touch. So, it is (j) ______ important to keep our hands clean.

41. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles: [Dinajpur Board-2022]

Bangladesh is a free land but she is beset (a) ______ many problems. The use of poly bags is very dreadful. Recently it has become (b) ______ great threat (c) ______ our environment. (d) ______ used poly bags block the drainage system. As a result, the low-lying areas (e) ______ the towns and the cities go under (f) ______ dirty water when it rains heavily. The used poly bags also destroy (g) ______ fertility of our soil. Our government has already banned the production (h) ______ poly bags. Yet some greedy and (i) ______ dishonest businessmen are producing the bags (j) ______ their own interest. 

42. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the and zero articles). [Jashore Board-2022]

Road accidents have recently become (a) ______ regular phenomenon in our country. As a result of the accidents, many persons fall a victim (b) ______ untimely death. It is reported that most of the accidents occur (c) ______ the violation of traffic rules, by (d) ______ unskilled drivers and unconscious passers-by. Many unlicensed and faulty vehicles also endanger (e) ______ passengers and (f) ______ passers-by. So, in order to save us (g) ______ the accidents (h) ______ government is trying to create awareness (i) ______ the people and has passed strict laws (j) ______ the accused.

43. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles. [Chattogram Board-2022]

Nowadays, parents are very conscious (a) ______ the harmful effect of punishment (b) ______ children. Child psychologists think that both (c) ______ physical and mental punishments can be disastrous for (d) ______ child's growth and development. It may lead (e) ______ fear and hatred of the person who punishes (f) ______ child. Again, if (g) ______ child is punished, it may lack initiative. It may also feel hostile (h) ______ others. So, rude (i) ______ behaviour gradually develops (j) ______ him.

44. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Some of the blanks may not require a preposition or article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: [Sylhet Board-2022]

Friendship is (a) ______ great human virtue. It is (b) ______ love and affection between two persons. It binds more than one person (c) ______ good relationship and inspires each other to share (d) ______ joys and sorrows (e) ______ life. Man is (f) ______ social being. He cannot live alone. So, he wants (g) ______ company. He yearns (h) ______ giving and receiving love and affection. Friendship grows between the persons (i) ______ similar taste, feelings and thoughts. It grows out of mutual understanding and give and take. It generally grows (j) ______ two persons of the same age.

45. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles. [Barishal Board-2022]

Metro rail is (a) ______ mega project in the development history (b) ______ Bangladesh. To make traffic (c) ______ movement easy and smooth in the city of Dhaka, metro rail is sure to play (d) ______ great role. The mega city of almost two crore people is struggling badly with its narrow and (e) ______ over crowded roads. But metro rail is sure to come as a sigh of relief. With its (f) ______ uninterrupted movement, it will carry sixty thousand passengers per hour (g) ______ both ends. 16th December, 2022 is going to be (h) ______ unforgettable day for (i) ______ dwellers of Dhaka city. (j) ______ this day, the red and green coloured coaches of metro rail will take the passengers to their destinations with ease and comfort.

46. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles. (a, an, the or ×): [Dhaka Board-2023]

Rangamati is one of (a) — most attractive hilly districts of Bangladesh. It is located (b) — the western bank of Kaptai lake. Most of the visitors visit the place for its (c) — eye-catching natural beauty. Nature has adorned this town (d) — all the elements of beauty. (e) — hills covered with green trees present (f) — unique sight. There are many tourist spots here. The suspension bridge of Rangamati is (g) — attraction for the tourists. It is also a home of several (h) — ethnic groups. (i) — trip to Rangamati would be (j) — outstanding experience for the nature lovers.

47. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Some of the blanks may not require a preposition or an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: [Mymensingh Board-2023]

There is no doubt that youth is (a) — best time of (b) — life. This is the time when it is (c) — most important (d) — one to remember (e) — maxim. “As you sow, so shall you reap”. One must sow (f) — seeds (g) —industry, truthfulness and other virtues (h) — this season (i) — reap the harvest of prosperity and happiness. Whatever takes root in a man (j) — this time lasts throughout the rest of his life and moulds his future.

48. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles and zero (×) articles. [Cumilla Board-2023]

Washing hands regularly is (a) — important activity. It keeps us safe (b) — corona-virus. How you wash your hand is also very (c) — important. First, you have to wet your hands (d) — clean, running water and apply soap. Then, rub your hands together with (e) — soap to create foam. Lather the backs of your hands, (f) — your fingers and (g) — your nails. Remember, you have to scrub your hands (h) — at least 20 seconds. After that rinse your hands well with clean and running water. Finally, dry your hands using (i) — clean towel or tissue paper. Learn the process (j) — washing hands and also educate your friends about it.

49. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles. (a, an, the or ×): [Rajshahi Board-2023]

Rangamati is one of (a) — most attractive hilly districts of Bangladesh. It is located (b) — the western bank of Kaptai lake. Most of the visitors visit the place for its (c) — eye-catching natural beauty. Nature has adorned this town (d) — all the elements of beauty. (e) — hills covered with green trees present (f) — unique sight. There are many tourist spots here. The suspension bridge of Rangamati is (g) — attraction for the tourists. It is also a home of several (h) — ethnic groups. (i) — trip to Rangamati would be (j) — outstanding experience for the nature lovers.

50. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Some of the blanks may not require a preposition or an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks: [Dinajpur Board-2023]

There is no doubt that youth is (a) — best time of (b) — life. This is the time when it is (c) — most important (d) — one to remember (e) — maxim, “As you sow, so shall you reap.” One must sow (f) — seeds (g) — industry, truthfulness and other virtues (h) — this season (i) — reap the harvest of prosperity and happiness. Whatever takes root in a man (j) — this time lasts throughout the rest of his life and moulds his future.

51. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions or articles. Put cross (×) for zero article: [Jashore Board-2023]

Computers are used (a) — many ways. For example, (b) — computer’s memory may carry the names, addresses and flight numbers of air plane passengers. (c) — ticket agent can find (d) — almost instantly, by typing (e) — flight number, whether there is a seat available (f) — a particular plane. At flight time, the computer can make a list of all the passengers (g) — the plane. Computers can also solve many problems. (h) — many bits of information can be compared (i) — one another. Mathematical calculations can then be performed (j) — them.

52. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero articles. [Chattogram Board-2023]

George Washington was the first president of America. This great man was obedient (a) — his parents. (b) — the age of 15, he decided to go (c) — studies at (d) — excellent school in Europe, where his brother was studying and had made all (e) — preparations for crossing (f) — Atlantic Ocean. He ordered his people to put his necessary things (g) — the ship. As he was preparing to leave, he went to see his (h) — mother. She was not happy thinking that her son had to struggle (i) — lot to acquire (j) — education only at 15. So, Washington did not go.

53. Fill in the blanks with prepositions or articles. Put cross (×) where there is needed no articles: [Sylhet Board-2023]

There are two types (a) — dreams. One is just (b) — dream and completely baseless. Anybody may meet (c) — it while sleeping. Another dream is real. It is very desirable to (d) — conscious and great person. Generally, it is called (e) — future plan. To be a great person this dream is (f) — must. Then go ahead (g) — the working field. Really, if there is no real dream, there is no interest (h) — action. True success fully depends (i) — a real dream. Remember, a life without (j) — aim or dream is like a ship without a rudder.

54. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions, articles and zero article. For zero articles, use (×) marks. [Barishal Board-2023]

Covid-19 is (a) — infectious diseases which has taken away many lives (b) — the world. It has created economic crisis (c) — many countries of the world. Many people have lost their jobs. Many small traders compelled to leave their trades. No doubt, it is a great disaster (d) — the people of the world. Though the corona virus is very (e) — deadly, it has created awareness (f) — mass people. Besides we have learnt many things (g) — it so far. Earlier, we were indifferent (h) — some rules of health and hygiene. Due to Covid-19, people of the world have become more conscious regarding the rules of health. Now a days, we try to maintain social distancing. We avoid (i) — massive gatherings of people. We also have made a good habit (j) — washing hands several times a day.

55. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: [Dhaka Board-2024]

Students teachers' relationship is regarded as the relationship (a) ______ parents and children. A teacher is next (b) ______ parents. Parents (c) ______ up children. On the (d) ______ hand, a teacher guides the students to materialize their (e) ______. A teacher spreads the (f) ______ of education to remove the (g) ______ of ignorance. As a (h) ______, a student can see the path of prosperity. Thus, a teacher helps build up a civilized (i) ______. So he is really called (j) ______ architect of a nation.

56. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Mymensingh Board-2024]

To earn fame in life man has to possess some good qualities. Among them honesty is the best. The man (a) ______ possesses this quality is the happiest man (b) ______ the earth. All the people respect him (c) ______ his honesty. On the other hand (d) ______ dishonest man is hated by all. By telling (e) ______, a man may prosper for the time (f) ______, but finally he is to suffer a (g) ______. We must be honest (h) ______ our thoughts and deeds. Childhood is the best time to (i) ______ honesty. It is our moral (j) ______ to give our children proper idea about what is right and what is wrong.

57. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: [Cumilla Board-2024]

Man is a social being. So he lives (a) ______ a society. Mutual understanding and cooperation are (b) ______ to ensure a peaceful society. (c) ______ produce ideal members of a (d) ______, an ideal family contributes a (e) ______. A child's future behaviour is greatly influenced (f) ______ the culture of his family. (g) ______ a child is born and brought (h) ______ in a rude and chaotic environment, he also becomes (i) ______ in behaviour and creates (j) ______ and indiscipline in the society.

58. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Rajshahi Board-2024]

The Padma Multi-purpose Bridge has (a) ______ a new era in the history of Bangladesh. This mega project has been implemented (b) ______ any foreign aid. The southern 21 districts were cut  (c) ______ from the main-land by the mighty Padma river. So, this vast area could not keep pace (d) ______ the other parts considering economic development. But direct connection with (e) ______ capital by this bridge is going to expand trade and commerce. Besides, tourism is also (f) ______ to speed up. All these are contributing much (g) ______ our economic growth and surely reduce the poverty of those (h) ______. The construction of the bridge (i) ______ was our long-cherished (j) ______ at last came true.

59. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use one word for each gap. [Dinajpur Board-2024]

English is a widely (a) ______ language. In our country we (b) ______ it as a (c) ______ language. It is not our (d) ______ tongue. Naturally, it is very (e) ______ to learn. We have a very poor (f) ______ on this language. As a result, we don't (g) ______ interest in this language. For all these (h) ______ English is (i) ______ for us to (j) ______.

60. Fill in the blanks with suitable words: [Jashore Board-2024]

The earth is a vast planet. It is (a) ______ in shape. One third of its total area is land while the other three portions are covered with (b) ______. The water areas are divided into oceans, seas and (c) ______. The surface of the land area is (d) ______ of variety. There are high hills, green forests (e) ______ stretches of deserts. The land mass is divided (f) ______ some continents. Under each continent, there are a (g) ______ of countries. The interior of the earth is (h) ______ in mineral resources. There is existence of life only on (i) ______ earth. But, this existence of life would be impossible (j) ______ sunlight. In fact, sunlight is the prerequisite for the existence of all types of living beings.

61. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. Use only one word for each gap. [Chattogram Board-2024]

Modern civilization is the (a) ______ of science. Science has worked (b) ______ a magician in the world. We can't do even a (c) ______ day without the help of science. Many quick means (d) ______ communication like telephone, telex, fax, telegram, satellite etc. are (e) ______ greatest wonders of science. Nowadays, a message can be sent from one corner of the world to another in the twinkle of (f) ______ eye. Science has brought a revolutionary (g) ______ in all fields. In the field of medical science, (h) ______ has got eyes, lame has got legs, deaf has got hearing power, (i) ______ diseases which were incurable in the past are now easily (j) ______.

62. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Sylhet Board-2024]

You are the students of class ten, (a) ______ highest class of the school. To come to this (b) ______ you had to undergo (c) ______ lot of hardship and had to make effort. None of you can deny the fact of getting help (d) ______ many dedicated and friendly teachers. This is however, (e) ______ usual process. What tremendous jobs the teachers shouldered to bring you (f) ______ this stage! All these have been done to you to help you (g) ______ becoming a (h) ______ person, having (i) ______ ability and integrity (j) ______ your own excellence.

63. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. [Barishal Board-2024]

Our forests are a part of our environment. To (a) ______ ecological balance, forest are necessary. But the amount of forests of the country (b) ______ being shrunk day by day. Some people remain (c) ______ with their personal benefits. They do not (d) ______ of the environment. Trees produce oxygen and (e) ______ the environment cool and prevent the rise of temperature. Whereas, some greedy people, out of their self-interest, (f) ______ the forests by cutting down trees at (g) ______. They should know and realize that indiscriminate (h) ______ down of trees destroys the ecological balance. They should also realize that if this destruction (i) ______, one day our country may turn into a desert. We hope that they will ultimately realize the (j) ______.