Important Connectors Exercises for HSC Students
HSC Connectors Exercise with Answers
HSC English 2nd Paper-এর গুরুত্বপূর্ণ একটি অংশ হলো Connectors। সঠিক Connector ব্যবহার করে বাক্যগুলোর মধ্যে সম্পর্ক ও ধারাবাহিকতা প্রকাশ করা হয়। পরীক্ষায় Connectors থেকে ভালো নম্বর পেতে হলে নিয়মিত অনুশীলনের পাশাপাশি বিভিন্ন ধরনের Connector-এর ব্যবহার সম্পর্কে পরিষ্কার ধারণা থাকা প্রয়োজন।
এই পোস্টে HSC Connectors Exercise-এর জন্য কিছু গুরুত্বপূর্ণ ও অনুশীলনমূলক প্রশ্ন দেওয়া হলো। প্রতিটি প্রশ্নের সঙ্গে সঠিক উত্তরও দেওয়া থাকবে, যাতে শিক্ষার্থীরা নিজেরা অনুশীলন করার পাশাপাশি তাদের উত্তর যাচাই করতে পারে।
বিশেষ করে HSC পরীক্ষার প্রস্তুতি, মডেল টেস্ট এবং English 2nd Paper-এর নিয়মিত practice-এর জন্য এই Connectors exercises গুলো সহায়ক হবে। প্রথমে নিজে প্রশ্নগুলোর উত্তর দেওয়ার চেষ্টা করুন, তারপর Answer Section থেকে সঠিক উত্তর মিলিয়ে নিন।
নিয়মিত অনুশীলনের মাধ্যমে Connectors-এর ব্যবহার আরও সহজ ও পরিষ্কার হয়ে উঠবে। আশা করি, এই HSC Connectors Exercise with Answers শিক্ষার্থীদের পরীক্ষার প্রস্তুতিতে উপকারী হবে।
1. 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 purpose. (h) — it has a few disadvantages. (i) — it can cause a lot of troubles. (j) — its advantages are more than its disadvantages.
Answers: a) as; (b) but/however; (c) both ; (d) and ; (e) firstly; (f) secondly; (g) furthermore; (h) however; (i) which; (j) yet
2. The gifts of science are uncountable. (a) — we cast our eyes, we see the wonders of science. Satellite TV channels are 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.
Answers: (a) wherever; (b) which; (c) that; (d) in fact/really; (e) therefore; (f) thus; (g) in addition/ moreover/besides; (h) though/although; (i) also; (j) but
3. Illiteracy is a great problem in Bangladesh. Most of the people of our country cannot read or write. (a) — the literacy rate in Bangladesh is too low. (b) — it is too poor to be imagined. Illiteracy hampers the development of our country. (c) —, illiteracy helps creating other problems like poverty, unemployment and terrorism. (d) —, there are many reasons responsible for illiteracy. (e) —, we can mention poverty. (f) —, it is the cause. (g) —, we can talk about ignorance and superstition. Unfortunately, most of the people do not have any idea about the importance of education. (h) —, they are reluctant to send their children to school. (i) —, we can mention the limitations of our government and poor infrastructure of our country. (j) —, we should work together to increase the literacy rate of our country.
Answers: (a) so; (b) actually; (c) besides; (d) however; (e) for example; (f) in fact; (g) moreover; (h) hence; (i) again; (j) however
4. Once a crow became thirsty (a) — it was a very hot summer day. (b) —, it flew one place to another in search of water, (c) — it did not find any water to drink. (d) — being dejected it decided to fly away to another place. (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.
Answers: (a) because/as; (b) that is why; (c) but; (d) however/at last; (e) suddenly; (f) soon; (g) alas/unluckily; (h) but; (i) then; (j) as a result
5. 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 pesticides, (i) — they opt for a method of catching pests in traditional way. (j) — it is not so popular.
Answers: (a) because; (b) that; (c) but; (d) which; (e) if; (f) so/therefore; (g) nowadays; (h) moreover; (i) and; (j) but
6. 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 bridals 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 law’s 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.
Answers: (a) however/but (b) still/yet (c) in fact(d) moreover (e) because (f) besides (g) so (h) at the same time (i) moreover (j) above all
7. 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. 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.
Answers: (a) so (b) in fact (c) firstly (d) therefore/in other words (e) secondly (f) that is why (g) thirdly (h) rather (i) so (j) in fact.
8. Smoking in public place is strictly prohibited in some Asian countries. (a) — , Bangladesh Government has made a ban on smoking in public place. (b) — , smoking is very injurious to our health, life and environment. (c) — it is a very dangerous habit. (d) — it can cause fatal diseases like bronchitis, cancer, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, kidney and heart diseases (e) — it also pollutes our environment. (f) — a smoker can harm a noon smoker. (g) — in my family, there is not a single smoker. (h) — the environment of our home always remains fresh. (i) — some people think smoking is a part of fashion. (j) — they completely wrong.
Answers: (a) similarly (b) in fact (c) at the same time; (d) because (e) and (f) besides (g) fortunately (h) so/as a result (i) nowadays (j) but/in fact
9. Nelson Mendela was the greatest leader of South Africa. (a) —, he was one of the greatest leaders of the world. All his life, he struggled against apartheid. The Europeans were separated from the non-Europeans (b) — it was the government policy of racial segregation. (c) — , the blacks were treated cruelly. (d) — , they were denied all basic human rights. (e) — , the blacks were subjected to all sorts of indignities. (f) — dogs received a much better treatment than the blacks. (g) —, they were aliens in their own country. (h) — , the great leader vowed to put an end to the inhuman practice. He was thrown behind the prison bars. (i) — , the oppressive rulers could not break his spirit. (j) — , the great realized the goal of liberating his own people.
Answers: (a) in fact (b) as (c) basically (d) moreover (e) furthermore (f) even (g) in other words (h) so (i) nevertheless (j) eventually.
10. (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. It (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 quiet 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.
Answers: (a) while (b) whether/if (c) had (d) and (e) then/there (f) and (g) but (h) that (i) during (j) but
11. A thing of beauty is a joy forever. (a) — a flower is a symbol of beauty and purity. Its sweet smell attracts one to all. (b) — flower cultivation was very rare in our country. (c) — the scenario has changed. (d) — many people cultivate flowers not only for enjoying their beauty but also for earning money. (e) — in big cities and towns many flower shops have flourished. Different kinds of flowers are sold there. (f) — the demand of flowers is increasing day by day. (g) — they are of great use to us. (h) — we keep flowers in flower vase to beautify our drawing room. (i) — during marriage ceremony we decorate gate and vehicle with flowers. Thirdly, we express our love and affection towards anyone with flowers. (j) — the use of flowers is very great.
Answers: (a) likewise; (b) in the past; (c) at present; (d) now; (e) recently; (f) as a result; (g) truly speaking; (h) firstly; (i) secondly; (j) so/hence
12. 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 said (h) ? children should be allowed to mix with those friends (i) — are honest. (j) — the can mould their characters.
Answers: (a) who; (b) because; (c) but; (d) so; (e) whereas; (f) moreover; (g) therefore; (h) hence; (i) in addition; (j) thus
13. 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 not 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.
Answer: (a) Now/ Nowadays (b) So/ Thus/ In fact (c) However (d) For example/ Firstly (e) Secondly/ Besides/ Moreover (f) Sometimes (g) Furthermore/ Finally/ Lastly (h) However (i) But/ Yet (j) So/ Therefore/ Thus
14. 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.
Answer: (a) So (b) This is why (c) First of all (d) So/ In other words (e) Secondly (f) Besides/ So (g) Thirdly (h) Rather (i) Finally (j) Thus/ In fact
15. Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a) ——, it is the burning question of the day. (b) ——, almost all countries of the world suffer from the curse of unemployment problem. (c) ——, Bangladesh is the worst sufferer of this so-called problem. (d) —— nowhere 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 youths have false sense of dignity. (j) ——, they run after jobs blindly.
Answer: (a) In fact (b) Nowadays/ At present (c) Unfortunately/ But/ However (d) In other words (e) Obviously (f) First of all (g) Secondly (h) Thirdly (i) Besides (j) So
16. 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 dependent 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.
Answer: (a) Moreover/ In fact (b) But (c) Rather (d) As a result/ Consequently (e) As/ Since (f) In addition/ Moreover (g) So/ Therefore (h) Besides/ Moreover (i) Again (j) and/ as well as
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 Manusra on to the truck.
Answer: (a) But (b) At first (c) As/ Since (d) So (e) Then/ After that (f) Afterwards/ Then (g) Suddenly/ Then/ Instead (h) But (i) But (j) Finally/ Lastly/ At the end
18. 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.
(a) indeed (b) Because (c) but/ eventually (d) So/ For this reason (e) Whereas (f) On the contrary (g) Hence/ So (h) That’s why/ So/ Therefore (i) Moreover/ Besides (j) Thus
19. 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 cannot 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.
Answer: (a) but (b) Firstly (c) When (d) and (e) Secondly (f) Furthermore/ Moreover (g) Finally/ Again (h) So (i) In this respect/ Therefore/ Moreover (j) If
20. 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.
Answer: (a) This is why/ So/ For this reason (b) Besides (c) Actually/ Truly speaking (d) Suddenly (e) Then (f) So (g) Soon (h) However (i) At this moment (j) At last
21. Many people think that money can do everything in life. (a) —— it is a must for our life, it is not the thing that necessarily brings happiness. (b) —— it is absolutely a psychological matter. The person who is contented with what he gets and (c) —— he has is really happy. Money can do something with happiness (d) —— it cannot give us happiness. (e) ——, we can see that the richest men of our society are not the happiest men. (f) ——, they lead a life burdened with cares and anxieties (g) —— pass sleepless nights. (h) ——, there are a large number of poor men (i) —— are happy and enjoy a sound sleep. (j) ——, money cannot ensure happiness.
Answer: (a) Although/ Though (b) Actually/ In fact (c) what (d) but (e) That is why/ For this reason/ So/ Therefore/ For example (f) Virtually/ Instead/ Rather (g) and (h) On the other hand/ On the contrary (i) who (j) This way/ That is to say/ Hence
22. 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 time. (d) —— the students should understand the value of time. It is a matter of great regret that some of the students pass 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 their examination. (h) —— they cannot do well in the examination. (i) —— they do not stop wasting time. (j) —— they continue to waste their time using Facebook till it is too late for them.
(a) In fact (b) Therefore/ That’s why (c) Instead/ Rather (d) Especially (e) Thus (f) As a result/ For this (g) Hence (h) So/ As a result/ Consequently/ As a consequence (i) But/ Yet/ Even though (j) Nevertheless/ Rather
23. 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 agriculture. (f) ——, trees play a vital role on our climate. (g) ——, trees keep soil strong and protect it. (h) ——, trees save us from flood and many other natural calamities. (i) ——, trees provide us timber which is of great use specially in construction works and for making furniture. (j) ——, trees are our best friends.
Answer: (a) Actually/ In fact (b) Yet/ Still/ But (c) Rather (d) Ultimately/ As a result/ Consequently (e) Since/ As (f) In addition/ Besides (g) For example/ For instance/ Firstly (h) Besides/ Secondly (i) Moreover/ Finally/ Again (j) Above all/ To sum up/ Thus
24. Unemployment is a great problem in our country. (a) ——, it is the burning question of the day. (b) ——, almost all countries of the world suffer from the curse of unemployment problem. (c) ——, Bangladesh is the worst sufferer of this so-called problem. (d) —— nowhere 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 youths have false sense of dignity. (j) ——, they run after jobs blindly.
Answer: (a) In fact/ Actually (b) Nowadays/ At present (c) But/ Unfortunately (d) Truly/ Because (e) Obviously (f) First of all (g) Secondly/ Besides (h) Thirdly/ Moreover (i) Last but not the least/ Last of all/ Lastly/ In addition (j) So/ For this reason/ That is wh
25. Honesty is a noble virtue. The man (a) —— possesses this uncommon quality is the happiest man in the world. Truly speaking, a man should have trustworthiness (b) —— nobody believes a liar. A liar may prosper for the time being, (c) —— ultimately he goes to the dogs. (d) —— we should be honest in our life. It is believed 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) —— they should be allowed to mix with those friends who are really honest. (j) —— they build up their character.
Answer: (a) who (b) because (c) but (d) So/ That’s why (e) whereas (f) On the other hand/ On the contrary (g) when (h) for which/ and so (i) Again/ Besides (j) Thus
26. Unemployment is a great curse. (a) —— all the countries of the world suffer from the curse. (b) —— nowhere in the world, this problem is so acute as in our country. (c) —— there are many reasons behind it. (d) ——, our country is industrially backward. (e) —— our traditional education system is not service oriented. (f) ——, our students and youths have false sense of dignity. (g) ——, they run after jobs only. (h) ——, unemployment problem should be removed at any cost. (i) —— our education system should be changed. (j) —— more mills and factories should be established.
Answer: (a) At present/ Nowadays (b) But (c) Actually/ Obviously (d) Firstly (e) Secondly (f) Thirdly (g) So/ That is why (h) However/ Anyway (i) For this (j) Besides/ Moreover
27. We must be aware of the dangers of smoking. It is harmful to us in various ways. It causes various diseases (a) —— blood pressure, heart attack, bronchitis, cancer, etc. (b) —— it pollutes air. (c) —— smoking causes harm to (d) —— the smokers (e) —— the non-smokers who remain by them. (f) —— we should give up smoking. (g) —— it is (h) —— great an addiction to get rid of. (i) —— nothing is impossible for us. (j) —— we are determined to give up it, we can certainly do it.
Answer: (a) such as/ like (b) Moreover/ Also (c) Besides (d) not only/ both (e) but also/ and (f) So/ Therefore (g) However (h) such/ too (i) But (j) If
28. Education is essential in our life. (a) —— we are not properly educated, we cannot live an honorable life in society. It teaches us (b) —— how to earn but also how to spend. (c) ——, it teaches (d) —— to live in amity with others in society. (e) ——, we must get proper education. (f) —— we should bear in mind (g) —— education is not only what we learn at educational institutions but also (h) —— we learn outside these institutions. (i) ——, education is a lifelong process. It begins just after our birth (j) —— ends only in death.
Answer: (a) If (b) not only (c) Besides/ Again (d) how (e) So (f) But/ In this context (g) that (h) what (i) In fact (j) and
29. We should always keep in mind (a) —— all kinds of physical exercise are not suitable for all. (b) —— different people have different capacities. (c) ——, harder exercise (d) —— wrestling and gymnastics are suitable for young people (e) —— they have energy to perform them. Weaker and old people should take the milder exercise (f) —— walking, jogging and free hand exercise. Over exercise never does good (g) —— it breaks down the health. (h) ——, we should always take those exercises (i) —— would suit us. Physical exercise is important for the preservation of good health. It (j) —— builds our character.
Answer: (a) that (b) Because (c) For example (d) such as (e) as/ because (f) such as (g) rather (h) So (i) which/ that (j) also
30. We cannot walk on a road in the darkness without light. (a) ——, we cannot step forward in our life without education. (b) ——, throughout the ages, education has always been compared to light and (c) —— ignorance has been compared to darkness. (d) ——, the light of education enlightens us. (e) ——, it broadens our mind and widens our outlook. (f) ——, it is education which helps us to become a good citizen. (g) ——, education creates good citizen and ensures the smooth development of a country. (h) ——, ignorance stands on the way of the development of an individual. (i) —— ignorance has a detrimental effect on the overall development of a nation. (j) ——, we should come forward to educate every single person of our country and thereby, ensure the development of our country.
Answer: (a) Likewise/ Similarly (b) For this reason/ That is why (c) on the contrary/ on the other hand (d) In fact (e) Besides (f) Moreover (g) Thus/ In fact/ Actually/ Truly (h) On the contrary/ On the other hand (i) In fact/ Actually (j) So/ Therefore/ Hence/ This is why
31. Time and time 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 the 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 exam. 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.
a) That is why / Truly b) So c) Rather / Instead d) Specially e) Virtually / As a matter of fact f) Consequently g) Therefore h) As a result / Consequently i) Yet j) Rather
32. Unemployment is a great curse. a) ____ all the countries of the world suffer from this curse. b) ____ nowhere in the world, this problem is as acute as in our country. c) ____ there are many reasons behind it. d) ____, our country is industrially backward. e) ____ our traditional education system is not service-oriented. f) ____, our students and youths have false sense of dignity. g) ____, they run after jobs only. h) ____, unemployment problems should be removed at any cost. i) ____ our education system should be changed. j) ____ more mill and factories should be established.
a) At present / Now / In fact b) But / Truly speaking c) Obviously / However d) Firstly / First e) Secondly f) Thirdly g) So /Therefore h) However / Anyway i) For this / From this view j) Moreover / Besides / In addition / Along with this
33. Trees are a vital part of our environment. a) ____, they bear a great impact on the climate. b) ____, we are not kind and careful about them. c) ____, we destroy trees at ranvvvvdom. 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 dependent 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.
a) In fact b) Yet / Still / But c) Rather d) Consequently / As a result e) As / Since f) In addition g) Besides h) Besides / Moreover i) Again / Furthermore j) and
34. We cannot walk on a road in the darkness without light. a) ____, we cannot step forward in our life without education. b) ____, throughout the ages, education has always been compared to light and c) ____ ignorance has been compared to darkness. d) ____ the light of education enlightens us. e) ____, it broadens our mind and widens our outlook. f) ____ , it is education which helps us to become good citizens. g) ____, education creates good citizens and ensures the smooth development of a country. h) ____, ignorance stands on the way of development of an individual. i) ____ ignorance has a detrimental effect on the overall development of a nation. j) ____, we should come forward to educate every single person of our country and thereby, ensure the development of our country.
a) Similarly / Likewise / In the same way b) So / Therefore c) on the other hand / on the contrary d) True that / In fact e) Besides / Moreover f) In fact / Surely / Again g) Thus / Therefore h) On the contrary / On the other hand i) Moreover / Besides j) Therefore / So
35. 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 (উপদ্রব). d) ____, the electricity went out. I waited for it 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.
a) So / Therefore / Hence b) Besides / Moreover c) Actually / Truly Speaking d) Suddenly / All on a sudden e) Then f) So g) Soon h) After a little while i) At that time / At that moment j) At last / Finally
36. Honesty is a noble virtue. The man a) ____ possesses (অধিকারে রাখা) this uncommon quality, is the happiest man in the world. Truly speaking, a man should have trustworthiness b) ____ nobody believes a liar. A liar may prosper for the time being. c) ____ ultimately he goes to the dogs. d) ____ we should be honest in our life. It is believed 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) ____ , they should be allowed to mix with those friends who are really honest. j) ____, they build up their character.
a) who / that b) because / as /since c) but d) So e) whereas f) But / On the contrary g) when h) Hence / So / Therefore i) And j) Thus
37. Education is essential in our life. a) ____ we are not properly educated, we cannot live an honorable life in society. It teaches us b) ____ how to earn but also how to spend. c) ____, it teaches d) ____ to live in amity (বন্ধুত্বপূর্ণ সম্পর্ক) with others in society. e) ____, we must get proper education. f) ____ we should bear in mind g) ____ education is not only what we learn at educational institutions but also h) ____ we learn outside these institutions. i) ____, education is a lifelong process. It begins just after our birth j) ____ ends only in death.
a) If b) not only c) In fact d) how e) So f) On the other hand g) that h) what i) In fact / In brief j) and
38. Honesty is a noble virtue. The man possessing (অধিকারে রাখা) this uncommon quality, is the happiest man in the world, a) ____. Truly speaking, a man should have trustworthiness b) ____ nobody believes a liar. A liar may prosper for the time being. c) ____ ultimately he goes to the dogs. d) ____ we should be honest in our life. It is believed 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) ____ , they should be allowed to mix with those friends who are really honest. j) ____, they build up their character.
a) no doubt / indeed b) because / as /since c) but d) So e) whereas f) But / On the contrary g) when h) Hence / So / Therefore i) And j) Thus
39. The gifts of science are uncountable. a) ____ we cast our eyes (চোখ ফেলা), 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. f) ____, we can be aware of storms, cyclones and tidal bores (জলোচ্ছ্বাস). 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.
a) Wherever b) which c) that d) In fact / Really e) Therefore f) Thus g) In addition / Moreover / Besides h) Although / Though i) also j) But
40. We should always keep in mind a) ____ all kinds of physical exercises are not suitable for all. b) ____ different people have different capacities. c) ____, harder exercise d) ____ wrestling and gymnastics are suitable for young people e) ____ they have energy to perform them. Weaker and old people should take the milder (আরো হালকা) exercise f) ____ walking, jogging and free hand exercise. Overexercise never does good g) ____ it breaks down the health. h) ____, we should always take those exercises i) ____ would suit us. Physical exercise is important for the preservation (সংরক্ষণ) of good health. It j) ____ builds our character.
a) that b) Because c) For example / For instance d) like e) as / since / because f) such as g) rather h) So i) which / that j) also
41. Water is a vital element of the environment a) ____ this element is polluted in many ways. b) ____, farmers use chemical fertilizers and insecticides in 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 products 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 cannot allow this pollution to continue. We have to raise awareness about it. i) ____, laws should be enforced strictly. j) ____ we fail to check (প্রতিহত করা) water pollution, we will suffer.
a) but b) Firstly / First c) When / As d) and e) Secondly / Second / Besides f) Thirdly / Third g) In addition / besides / Moreover h) That’s why / So / Therefore i) In this respect / Above all j) If
42. 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 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 (প্রতিবন্ধকতা / বাধা). h) ____ set a deadline to do them and try your best to stick (লেগে থাকা) to it. i) ____, your skills will help you avoid stress in completing any work successfully. j) ____ reward yourself when the job is done.
a) So / But b) and c) This is why / For this reason d) However e) First f) Secondly g) Thirdly h) Then i) Thus / In this way j) Finally
