1.
Dhaka Board 2025:
Charity
is a noble virtue. A person should be endowed (a) ______ this virtue. It makes
people think favourably (b) ______ their fellowmen and do them good. It is also
the cheerful giving of one’s possession to someone (c) ______ need. This
quality brings happiness (d) ______ earth and strengthens the ties of
relationship (e) ______ men. It should not be measured (f) ______ terms of
money. Rather, it should be measured (g) ______ the sacrifice that one makes.
In fact, it is a form (h) ______ self-sacrifice (i) ______ which our society
cannot progress. So, everybody should practise this habit (j) ______ childhood.
Answer:
(a) with (b) of (c) in (d) on (e) among (f) in (g) by (h) of (i) without (j)
from
2.
Cumilla Board 2025:
Love
for motherland is inherent (a) ___ man. A man who is devoid (b) ___ love for
his motherland is not a true patriot. A genuine patriot loves his motherland
(c) ___ the core of his heart. He dedicates his whole life (d) ___ the service
of his own country. He is prepared to lay (e) ___ his life for the greatest
interest of his motherland. Our freedom fighters are the proud sons of our
country. They took pride (f) ___ fighting for the country (g) ___ our enemy.
They never retreated (h) ___ the battle field rather swooped (i) ___ the enemy
valiantly. Their sacrifice will end (j) ___ vain if we fail to build our own
country.
Answer: (a)
in (b) of (c) from (d) to (e) down (f) in (g) against (h) from (i) on/upon (j)
in
3.
Barishal Board 2025:
Man is
the best creation (a) — Almighty. Actually, he is the most intelligent living
being (b) — earth. That is why, man is regarded (c) — a rational animal. But
man becomes the worst animal when he is devoid (d) — sense and rationality. Man
is endowed (e) — such qualities as are denied (f) — other animals. So, to build
(g) — civilization and to beautify the earth is possible only (h) — man (i) —
his thinking power, hard work and inventions. However, man is also responsible
(j) — mass destruction of human civilization.
Answer: (a)
of (b) on (c) as (d) of (e) with (f) from (g) up (h) for (i) with (j) for
4.
Sylhet Board 2025:
Robert
Hayden was born (a) — a poor family (b) — Detroit in USA in 1913 and had a
difficult childhood beset (c) — enough problems. He was raised (d) — part (e) —
four parents and missed a father’s caring love. But in his sonnet, which is (f)
— a childhood memory, he writes (g) — a father probably his own who is harsh
and often angry but does love his son (h) — his own way. Hayden, a black
American, wrote (i) — black experiences and history. He died (j) — 1980.
Answer:
(a) into (b) in (c) by (d) in (e) by (f) about (g) about (h) in (i) about (j)
in
5.
Dinajpur Board 2025:
Many
people do not get enough nutrition (a) — what they eat. Many children become
blind because they do not get necessary nutrition. Diarrhoea is a common
disease. This is because many do not drink clean water or they eat dirty food.
So, they often suffer (b) — diarrhea. The condition (c) — our villages is very
serious. The best way to keep in good health is to follow the rules (d) —
cleanliness. A large number (e) — people do not follow the rules (f) — health.
It is a great problem (g) — our country. So, (h) — order to keep in sound
health, all the people must be strict (i) — the rules (j) — health.
Answer:
(a) from (b) from (c) in (d) of (e) of (f) of (g) in (h) in (i) in (j) of
6.
Dhaka Board 2024:
We
learn etiquette and manners (a) — our parents and various institutions such as
schools, colleges or professional bodies. There are rules (b) — behaviour (c) —
all kinds (d) — social occasions and it is important to learn them and practise
them (e) — everyday life. The manners that are correct (f) — a wedding
reception will not do (g) — a debating club. Therefore, we have to be careful
(h) — etiquette and manners. We know how important it is to say ‘please’ and
‘thank you (i) — everyday life. A few more polite expressions such (j) — Pardon
me’, ‘Excuse me”, May I’ are bound to make your day smooth and pleasant.
Answer:
(a) from (b) of (c) on (d) of (e) in (f) at (g) in (h) about (i) in (j) as
7.
Jessore Board 2024:
In Bangladesh, the legal age (a) — marriage
(5) — girls is 18. However, 33% of our girls get married before they are 15 and
60% (c) — them become mothers (d) — the time they reach 19. When an adolescent
girl gets married, she usually drops (e) — of school and thus loses her
mobility. She gets confined (f) — full time work (g) — her in-law’s household.
She loses social status and all the opportunities (h) — economic independence.
(i) — her in-law’s house, she gets marginalized. She becomes vulnerable (j) —
all sorts of abuse, including dowry related violence.
Answer: (a) for
(b) of (c) of (d) by (e) out (f) to (g) in (h) for (i) In (j) to
8.
Cumilla Board 2024:
Social
network is a network for virtual social interaction (a) — internet users across
the world. Actually, this is an age (b) — globalisation. This is also an
age of information and technology. People all over the world are virtually
connected (c) — one another (d) — the borders. Hence, the necessity of social
networks has emerged. But the young generations are getting addicted (e) _____
social networks (f) — Facebook, Twitter, Instagram etc.
The lifestyle of the young before and after getting used (g) —
a social network has a noticeable change. In fact, the students who were used
to studying at the table before, nowadays pass their valuable time by chatting
(h) — the social media. As a result, they are now lagging (i) —. So, they
should be kept aloof (j) — using internet excessively and unnecessarily.
Answer:
(a) among (b) of (c) with (d) beyond (e) to (f) like (g) to (h) on (i) behind
(j) from
9.
Rajshahi Board 2024:
Education
is instrumental (a) ______ bringing (b) _____ socio- economic development. A
man devoid (c) _______ education cannot contribute (d) ______ the society. On
the other hand, an educated man plays a pivotal role (e) _____ enhancing the
pace (f) ______ socio-economic development. A country should put much emphasis
(g) _______ educating its citizens. The citizens have to be provided (h)
_______ ample opportunities so that they feel keen interest (i) ______ getting
themselves educated. The educated people are to be treated (j) ______ much
respect.
Answer: (a) in
(b) about (c) of (d) to (e) in (f) of (g) on (h) with (i) in (j) with
10.
Barishal Board 2024:
If you want to derive the best (a) — your
education, you must be fully aware (b) — some basic things. You should never be
indifferent (c) — your study. In fact, fostering a kind of passion (d) —
learning appears to be very important for achieving your goal. Again, you
should never try to learn anything (e) — context. You should also not run (f) —
substandard traditional guide books. As a matter of fact, confining yourself
(g) — poor quality note books discourages you to learn something deeply. But
(h) — learning a thing very deeply, you cannot achieve the required mastery (i)
— the learnt thing. Thus, you may fail to get the desired benefits (j) — from
your learning.
Answer: (a)
from (b) of (c) to (d) for (e) without (f) after (g) to (h) without (i) over
(j) from
11.
Mymensingh Board 2024:
Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are
everywhere (a) — our life, literature, economy and culture. But are the rivers
(b) — good shape? Unfortunately they are not. Though rivers are part and parcel
(c) — our life, we ourselves are cruel (d) — them. A few rivers are already
dead and several are going (e) — the pangs of death. Some river-grabbers grab
river banks and build buildings (f) — getting silted (g) — trade and commerce.
Rivers are also deforestation. So, rivers cannot flow (h) — sufficient water during
the rainy season. As a result floods occur and people’s sufferings go (i) —
description. Then rivers become source of sufferings instead (j) — blessings.
Answer: (a) in
(b) in (c) of (d) to (e) through (f) for (g) for (h) with (i) beyond (j) of
12. Chattagram
Board 2024:
Life of common people is beset (a)______ a
number of troubles. Price spiral has added new sufferings (b)_________ our
life. Indeed, price of daily commodities has gone (c)_________ the ability of
the common people. Lack (d)_______ supervision is responsible (e)________ it.
Some dishonest businessmen devoid (f)__________ morality hoard goods
(g)________ quick profit. The Government should take punitive action (h)_______
those people. People from all walks (i)________ life should also co-operate
(j)__________ the Government.
Answer: (a)
with (b) to (c) beyond (d) of (e) for (f) of (g) for (h) against (i) of (j)
with
13.
Dinajpur Board 2024:
It is known (a) ______ all that one day all
will pass away (b) _____ this earth. So, we have no escape (c) ______ death.
One day we all _____ will roll down (d) _______ the icy lap of death. Because
death is common (e) _____ all. So, we should not mourn (f) _____ the dead. But
those who die (g) _____ the country are immortal. Thein memories do not sink
(h) _____ oblivion. There is no medicine that can save a man (i) _____ death.
So, we should always be ready (j) _____ death.
Answer: (a) to
(b) from (c) from (d) into (e) to (f) for (g) for (h) into (i) from (j) for
14.
Dhaka Board-2023:
A good
boy is accustomed (a) — hard work. He is not addicted (b) — any bad thing. He
is not averse (c) — any hard work. He clings (d) — his determination. Since he
is used (e) — hard work, he is not doubtful (f) — his success. He is very much
conscious (g) — his duties. He is not boastful (h) — his talents. He behaves
well (i) — all. He attends (j) — hard studies.
Answer: (a) to
(b) to (c) to (d) to (e) to (f) of (g) of (h) of (i) with (j) to
15.
Chattogram Board–2023:
Corruption
is a curse (a) —— a nation. It is a great hindrance (b) —— development. (c) ——
corrupt people, a nation will surely sink (d) —— oblivion. Corrupt people are
hated by all. The common people have no respect (e) —— them. They are devoid
(f) —— honesty. They stick (g) —— their evil activities. They do not abide (h)
—— the social rules. Morality does not have any effect (i) —— them. They bring
nothing for the nation. It is high time we stood (j) —— them.
Answer:
(a) for (b) to (c) Without/Among (d) into (e) for (f) of (g) to (h) by (i) on
(j) against
16.
Dinajpur Board-2023:
Drug
addiction has become a serious problem (a) ____ modern society. Many young men
and women are falling victims (b) ____ this. There are many reasons (c) ____
drug addiction. Drugs are expensive. So, to manage money, the addicts often go
(d) ____ stealing, killing or all sorts of misdeeds. Drugs are smuggled (e)
____ a country and the smugglers carry (f) ____ drug business freely.
Bangladesh is not free (g) ____ the curse of drugs. But we cannot allow this
(h) ____ our country. The first thing to do is to highlight its dangerous
effects (i) ___ people. The government and mass media can play an effective
role (j) ____ this respect.
Answer: (a) in
(b) to (c) for (d) to (e) into (f) on (g) from (h) in (i) to (j) in
17.
RAJSHAHI BOARD-2023:
But at
last God took pity (a) — him. One day the sailor was watching the water-snakes
swimming (b) — the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled (c)
— such a strange wonder that he felt a great love (d) — them and blessed them
(e) — his heart. At once, the dead albatross fell (f) — his neck (g)— the sea.
A gentle breeze began to blow (h) — the south and the old man fell (i) — a deep
sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old
man was relieved (j) — his sufferings.
Answer: (a) on
(b) near (c) with (d) for (e) in (f) on (g) into (h) from (i) into (j) from
18.
Jessore Board 2023:
Books
are really our best friends as we can rely (a) ____ them when we are bored,
upset, depressed, lonely or annoyed. They share (b) ____ us information and
knowledge whenever we need. They enable us to have a glimpse (c) ____ cultures,
traditions, arts, history, geography, health, psychology and many other
subjects and aspects of life. Good books always guide us (d) ____ the right
path (e) ____ life. Reading good books helps us understand the world (f) ___ us
better. While reading books, we build new and creative thoughts, images and
opinions (g) ____ our mind. This habit helps us explore life (h) ____ different
perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects (i) _____ our
body, mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j) _____ the
best qualities that a person can possess.
Answer:
(a) on; (b) with; (c) of; (d) on; (e) in; (f) around; (g) in; (h) from: (i) on;
(j) of
19.
Cumilla Board-2023:
A
craftwork is an applied form (a) ———— art, a social and cultural product
reflecting the inclusive nature (b) —— folk imagination. A craftwork, which
usually doesn’t bear the signature of its maker, retains a personal touch. When
we look (c) ———— a thirty years old Nakshi Kantha, we wonder (d) its motif and
designs that point (e) — the artistic ingenuity and the presence of the maker
(f) it. The fact that we do not know her name or any other detail (g) – her
does not take anything (h) — from our appreciation (i) ———— the artist. Indeed,
the intimate nature (j) the Kantha and the tactile feeling it generates animate
the work and make it very inviting.
Answer: (a) of
(b) of (c) at (d) at (e) to (f) in (g) for (h) from (i) of (j) of
20.
Mymensingh Board-2023:
The
orphanage is high (a) — the Carolina mountains. The writer was there (b) — the
autumn. She preferred peaceful environment to pen some troublesome writing. She
wanted the mountain air to blow (c) — the malaria from too long a time (d) —
the subtropics. She was homesick (e) — the flaming (f) — maples (g) — October
and for many other things. She found them all living (h) — a cabin belonging
(i) — the orphanage, half a mile (j) — orphanage farm.
Answer: (a) in
(b) in (c) to (d) in (e) for (f) of (g) in (h) in (i) to (j) from
21.
Barishal Board-2023:
Speaking ill (a) — others is a very bad human
tendency. It develops a negative inclination (b) — one’s mind. This habit
tempts one (c) — indulge (d) — a negative approach out of his unsound mind. It
leaves bad effects (e)— human individuals and society. It also hampers the
happy and smooth run (f) — the society. People very often burst (g) — tears (h)
— this heinous act. We all should be aware (i) — it and give (j) — this bad
habit.
Answer: (a) of
(b) in (c) to (d) in (e) on (f) of (g) into (h) from (i) about (j) against
22.
Sylhet Board-2023:
Corruption is a curse (a) ____ a nation. It is
a great hindrance (b) ____ the development. (c) ____ corrupted people, a nation
will surely suffer (d) _____ the long run. Corrupted people are hated (e)
____ all. The common mass have no good feeling (f) ____ them. They are devoid
(g) ____ honesty and purity. They don’t abide (h) ____ the social rules.
Morality doesn’t have any impact (i) ____ these criminals. They bring no sweet
fruit for their land and so it is high time we stood (j) ____them unitedly.
Answer: (a) for
(b) to (c) Without/Among (d) in (e) by (f) for (g) of (h) by (i) on (j) against
23.
DHAKA BOARD-2022:
Camels are one of the few animals that can
live in a desert. Camels have humps (a) — their backs. They store fat (b) —
these humps. The fat gives them energy. Because camels do not store water, fat
helps produce water when camels move (c) — the dry desert. They can go (d) —
several months without water. Camels eat grass to get moisture. The camels are
as useful (e) — the people of the desert as the buffalo are (f) — the
grasslands. The meat of the camel is good to eat. People make cloth (g) — of
camel hair. Shoes are made (h) — the hides. The camels are also good (i) —
travel in the desert. Some people travel the desert (j) — camels, to make a
living.
Answer: (a) on
(b) in (c) in (d) for (e) to (f) to (g) from (h) from (i) for (j) on
24.
JASHORE BOARD-2022:
The
ceremony began (a) — 10 a.m. Our principal Mr. Rahman presided (b) — the
function and Member of Parliament Mr. Reza was the chief guest. The function
started (c) — the recitation from the Holy Quran. One (d) — our senior teachers
read (e) — the annual report. The honorable chief guest delivered a brief but
inspiring speech (f) — education. He advised the students to be regular (g) —
the class and attentive (h) — studies and take part (i) — the movement (j) —
illiteracy.
Answer: (a) at
(b) over (c) with (d) of (e) out of (f) on (g) in (h) in (i) in (j) against
25.
BARISHAL BOARD-2022:
Traffic
problem is a major problem (a) — our day-to-day life. Mainly the city dwellers
suffer (b) — it. The drivers do not abide (c) — the traffic rules. Most often
traffic problems occur (d) — the congested areas where the roads are very
narrow in proportion (e) — our population. There are many unlicensed vehicles
which should be brought (f) — control. Strict rules must be introduced (g) — this
regard. We should raise consciousness (h) — the people of our country (i) — a
view to ensuring a good traffic system (j) the safety of the people.
Answer: (a) in
(b) from (c) by (d) in (e) to (f) under (g) in (h) among (i) with (j) for
26.
CUMILLA BOARD-2022:
Books are really our best friends as we can
rely (a) — them when we are bored, upset, depressed, lonely or annoyed. They
share (b) — us information and knowledge any time we need. They enable us to
have a a glimpse (c) — cultures, traditions, arts, history, geography. us
health, psychology and many other subjects and aspects of life. Good books
always guide us (d) — the right path (e) — life. Reading good books helps us
understand the world (f) — better. While reading books, we build new and creative
thoughts, images and opinions (g) — our mind. This habit helps us explore life
(h) —- different perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects
(i) — our body, mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j) — the
best qualities that a person can possess.
Answer: (a) on
(b) with (c) of (d) on (e) in (f) to (g) in (h) from (i) on (j) of
27.
SYLHET BOARD-2022:
The
moon is a very familiar figure (a) — all of us. She awakens a feeling (b) —
tenderness (c) — our hearts. Even infants in arms stretches (d) — beautiful
thing. Nor is her appeal confined only (e) — love and their hands to grasp the
children. Ever since the string of the poetic faculty in man, she has furnished
a theme (f) — poets and artists. The moon has no light (g) — her own. The soft
silvery brightness which forms her principal charms to us, is borrowed solely
(h) — the light of the sun. If we go out on a clear night, we can look (i) —
the magic of moon light. It is often difficult (j) — us to realize that the
moon is shining in borrowed feathers.
Answer: (a) to
(b) of (c) in (d) to (e) to (f) for (g) of (h) from (i) at (j) for
28.
CHATTOGRAM BOARD-2022:
Email
has brought (a) — a revolution (b) — modern communication. Messages can be
transmitted (c) — one country to another (d) — seconds. It is far cheaper than
telephone calls. Trade and commerce has become greatly dependent (e) — this
speedy mode (f) — communication. It has, however, not reached everyone,
especially (g) —developing countries (h) — ours, as most people cannot afford
(i) — have a personal computer. But even here, people have started using
commercially operated email facilities (j) — important purposes.
Answer: (a)
about (b) in (c) from (d) in (e) on (f) of (g) in (h) like (i) to (j) for
29.
RAJSHAHI BOARD-2022:
Shilpi
married Rashid (a) — the age of fifteen. Marrying (b) — daughters (c) — an
early age is a standard practice (d) — many families living in rural
Bangladesh. (e) — her wedding, Silpi joined a local empowerment group that helps
her (f) — cultural practices, particularly those pertaining (g) — her wedding.
Shilpi the tools needed to gradually change early marriage and pregnancy. The
group’s activities include discussions (h) — how to change behaviour related
(i) — reproductive health as well as one-on-one counselling. Like Shilpi, many
of the girls got assistance (j) — this empowerment group.
Answer: (a) at
(b) off (c) at (d) for (e) After (f) change (g) to (h) on (i) to (j) from
30.
MYMENSINGH BOARD-2022:
A
teacher is an architect (a) — a nation. He plays an important role (b) —
building up an educated nation. He dispels the darkness (c) — ignorance (d) —
the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to speak. He has to suit his act
according (e) — the need of his audience which is which his class. He is a
clear speaker (f) — good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g) — his control.
He does not sit motionless (h) — his class. Everybody has something valuable
(i) — him. A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside each student. He
also wants the students to be happy and for this he keeps them busy. A good
teacher never hankers (j) — money.
Answer: (a) of
(b) in (c) of (d) to (e) to (f) with (g) under (h) in (i) in (j) for
31.
DINAJPUR BOARD-2022:
Japan is an island country (a) — the east
coast of Asia. It has more than 100 islands which were mostly formed (b) —-
earthquakes and volcanoes. Most Japanese people live (c) — the four largest
islands. These islands are Honshu, Hokkaido, Shikohu and Kyushu. The name of
Japan comes (d) — the Chinese phrase meaning “land of the rising sun”. Japan
has borrowed other things from the Chinese (e) — its name. The Japanese written
language, for example, is based (f) — the Chinese system (g) — picture writing.
Japan has to buy almost all its raw materials (h) —other countries. Trade is
very important (i) — the island nation of Japan. (j) — the resources it buys,
Japan makes products to sell all over the world.
Answer: (a) on
(b) by (c) on (d) from (e) for (f) on (g) of (h) from (i) for (j) From
32. [Dhaka
Board-2019]
Mr. Reza works (a) — a clerk in a local school. He is
poor but honest. His honesty is known (b) — everyone in his locality. He often
suffers (c) — hunger. He is deprived (d) — comfort and many other things.
Nevertheless, he does not long (e) — wealth. He never hankers (f) — name and
fame. He leads his life (g) — honest means. He is satisfied (h) — what he has.
But sometimes he runs into debt and poverty is responsible (i) — this debt.
However, he does not like to depend (j) — others.
Answer: (a) as; (b) to; (c) from; (d) of; (e) for; (f)
after; (g) by; (h) with; (i) for; (j) on.
32. [Rajshahi Board-2019] When the sun was setting (a)—the
treetops, the jailor came (b)—the room of Socrates to bid him prepare (c)—death.
In those days, people were sentenced to death by giving a cup (d)—poison in
Athens. Socrates knew this and he nodded (e)— the jailor. Bursting (f)—tears
the jailor went out of the room and returned (g)—a cup of hemlock. Socrates
lifted the cup to his lips. His pupils tried to keep back their tears but soon
the room was filled (h)—the sound of weeping. With the cup of poison hand,
Socrates said, “What is the strange sound? I have heard that a man should die
(j)—peace. So be silent and have patience.
Answer: (a) behind/under/over; (b) to/into/inside; (c)
for; (d) of; (e) to/at; (f) into; (g) with; (h) with: (i) in; (j) in.
33. [Dinajpur Board-2019]
A craftwork in an applied form (a)—art, a social and
cultural product reflecting the inclusive nature (b)—folk imagination. A
craftwork, which usually doesn’t bear the signature of its maker, retains a
personal touch. When we look (c)—a thirty-year-old nakshikantha, we wonder
(d)—its motifs and designs that point (e)— the artistic ingenuity and the presence
of the maker (f)—it. The fact that we don’t know her name or any other details
(g)—her doesn’t take anything (h)—from our appreciation (i)—the artist. Indeed,
the intimate nature ((j)—the kantha and the tactile feeling in it generates
animate the work and make it very inviting.
Answer: (a) of; (b) of; (c) at; (d) at; (e) to; (f in/of;
(g) about/of; (h) away; (i) of; (j) of.
34. [Jashore Board-2019]
Patriotism is the quality inherent (a)—a man. This is
why, he feels a natural attachment (b)—his native land. Love (c)— motherland is
necessary for the betterment of a nation. The people who are patriotic are
noted (d)—their patriotism. They are different (e)—other people. Their
contribution does not sink (f)—oblivion. They are worthy (g)—praise. They lay down
their lives for the good of the country. They are not unaware (h)—their status
in society. They are celebrated (i)—their patriotism. They should not be looked
down (j)—in any way.
Answer: (a) in; (b) to; (c) for; (d) for; (e) from; (f)
into; (g) of; (h) of; (i) for; (j) upon.
35. [Cumilla Board-2019]
Preposition connects all types
(a)—words together and supports them make better sense (b)—the readers. They
help us to understand the relationship (c)—objects. (d)— example, the book and
the table (e)—the kitchen. This ensures you a basic understanding. If we add
another preposition, it makes it even clearer. This book is (f)—top of the
table (g)— the kitchen. We have a clear picture (h)—our mind (i)—the relation
of those two objects and their relationship (j)—each other.
Answer: (a) of; (b) to/for; (c) among/with; (d) For; (e)
in/inside; (f) on; (g) in; (h) in; (i) about; (j) with /between.
36. [Chattogram Board-2019] What are the
qualities of a good student? A good student is always attentive (a)—his studies.
He is never indifferent (b)— his studies. He does not learn things (c)—note. He
is always curious and innovative. He does not hunt only (d)—traditional guide
books. His thirst (e)—knowledge knows on bounds. He does not confine himself
(f)—the traditional studies. He is aware (g)—the current affairs (h)—the world.
He listens (i)— his teachers and abides (j)—their advice.
Answer: (a) to; (b) to; (C) from; (d) for; (e) for; (f)
to; (g) of; (h) of; (1) to; (j) by.
37. [Sylhet Board-2019]
Luna’s cat was missing. So she started looking around
(a)—it. She opened her closet and looked (b)— Then she went to the bedroom
crawling (c)—the floor to look (d) the bed. The cat was not there. In fact, it
was nowhere inside the house. Therefore, Luma decided to go (e)— to look for
it. Just as she was (f)—to open the door, the doorbell rang. It was her
neighbour, Mrs Haq, “Look, Luna! Your cat is (g)— the sunshade!” said Mrs Haq
pointing (h)—a tall building opposite (i)—her house. Luna smiled and thanked
her friendly neighbour, saying that (j)—her help she would not be able to find
out her cat.
Answer: (a) for; (b) into; (c) on; (d) under; (e) out;
(f) about; (g) on/under; (h) at/towards; (i) to; (j) without.
38. [Barishal Board-2019]
The old grey-bearded sailor sat (a)—a stone (b)—the
church. The sailor watched the people walking (c)—him. The marriage guest
listened (d)—him. He had a strange mad look (e)— his eyes. The old man told him
(f)—his last journey (g)—the sea. They had sailed away (h)—the south (i)—they
arrived (j)-cold grey seas.
Answer: (a) on; (b) outside/ near/ behind/ by/
beside/before; (c) past/to/towards/by; (d) to; (e) in; (f) about/of; (g) on/in;
(h) to/towards; (i) until/till; (j) in/at.
39. [Board Question-2018 (Ka Set)]
Trees are very useful (a)— protect the rich topsoil (c)—
getting washed away (d)—rainwater and floods. We can see trees being grown
along the mountain slopes (e)—the roadsides (f)—the parks and gardens. They add
beauty (g)—our lives. They provide us (h)—food, wood, shade, shelter and so on.
They take (i)—carbon-di-oxide and produce oxygen. So we should take care
(j)—trees.
Answer: (a) to; (b) for; (c) from; (d) by; (e) by; (f)
in; (g) to; (h) with; (i) in; (j) of.
40. [Board Question-2018 (Kha Set)]
Do you have any idea (a)—a cyber
cafe? It’s a place teeming (b)— information. It’s a network (c)—all networks.
It is a place (d)—computers (e)—which customers can use the internet and send
e-mails and so on. A cybercafe is closely associated (f)— internet
communication system. A customer sitting (g) – the cafe can communicate (h) –
people (i) -the world. In fact, a cyber cafe is not prejudicial (j)-our
development.
Answer: (a) of/about; (b) with; (c) of; (d) of/with; (e)
in/at/by/through; (f) with; (g) in/at; (h) with; (i) around/ across/of/through/at;
(j) to.