Complete the sentences with suitable clauses/phrases: 2025
Dhaka Board 2025
(a) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I ______. He must account for his absence.Answer: (a) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I find him absent.
(b) You are now sick. Call me in case ______.
Answer: (b) You are now sick. Call me in case you need any help.
(c) She confessed that ______. So he pardoned her.
Answer: (c) She confessed that she had made a mistake.
(d) It was very cold. They had to put on warm clothes so that ______.
Answer: (d) It was very cold. They had to put on warm clothes so that they might not catch cold.
(e) The market is not far away from here. It will take them ten minutes ______.
Answer: (e) The market is not far away from here. It will take them ten minutes to reach there.
(f) The man tried heart and soul to get the job but could not. Had he got the job, ______.
Answer: (f) The man tried heart and soul to get the job but could not. Had he got the job, he would have been very happy.
(g) Though we were thirsty ______, The water of the bottle was not pure.
Answer: (g) Though we were thirsty and needed water badly, the water of the bottle was not pure.
(h) They had to postpone their journey because of ______.
Answer: (h) They had to postpone their journey because of the bad weather.
(i) Man is a social being. So, he cannot always do whatever ______.
Answer: (i) Man is a social being. So, he cannot always do whatever he likes.
(j) United we stand, ______.
Answer: (j) United we stand, divided we fall.
Cumilla Board 2025
(a) Your H.S.C Examination is knocking at the door. You have to study intensely so that —
Answer: (a) Your H.S.C Examination is knocking at the door. You have to study intensely so that you can do well in the exam.
(b) Time flies very fast. Five years have passed since —
Answer: (b) Time flies very fast. Five years have passed since I left school.
(c) I got a scholarship when — Everybody was happy.
Answer: (c) I got a scholarship when I achieved good results. Everybody was happy.
(d) I was very busy with my examination. If I — , I would have joined your birthday celebration.
Answer: (d) I was very busy with my examination. If I had been free, I would have joined your birthday celebration.
(e) A village market is a place where — This place is full of hue and cry.
Answer: (e) A village market is a place where people buy and sell daily goods. This place is full of hue and cry.
(f) Their salary is so high. The government should assist him lest —
Answer: (f) Their salary is so high. The government should assist him lest he becomes careless about spending.
(g) Early rising gives a man enough free time. Had I been an early riser, —
Answer: (g) Early rising gives a man enough free time. Had I been an early riser, I could have managed my time better.
(h) There is nobody — Hence happiness is a relative term.
Answer: (h) There is nobody who enjoys complete happiness. Hence happiness is a relative term.
(i) I worked hard although —
Answer: (i) I worked hard although I was not feeling well.
(j) The crown is a symbol of a king. Uneasy lies the head —
Answer: (j) The crown is a symbol of a king. Uneasy lies the head that wears the crown.
Barishal Board 2025
(a) Everyone appreciates Mim for her intelligence. She is so intelligent that —
Answer: (a) Everyone appreciates Mim for her intelligence. She is so intelligent that she can solve any problem easily.
(b) His only daughter lives in Canada. It is many years since —
Answer: (b) His only daughter lives in Canada. It is many years since he last saw her.
(c) To tell a lie is a bad habit. The cowboy was used to —
Answer: (c) To tell a lie is a bad habit. The cowboy was used to telling lies to the villagers.
(d) Don’t waste time. Do hurry lest —
Answer: (d) Don’t waste time. Do hurry lest you should miss the chance.
(e) I have bought a lottery ticket. If I win the lottery, —
Answer: (e) I have bought a lottery ticket. If I win the lottery, I will help my family and save some money.
(f) There goes a proverb that — So, we must make the proper use of time.
Answer: (f) There goes a proverb that time and tide wait for none. So, we must make the proper use of time.
(g) It’s my dream to establish a hospital for the poor. Had I been a millionaire, —
Answer: (g) It’s my dream to establish a hospital for the poor. Had I been a millionaire, I would have built it already.
(h) Eve-teasing is a heinous crime. It is high time we —
Answer: (h) Eve-teasing is a heinous crime. It is high time we stood against it strongly.
(i) My brother had no job then. He went to Dhaka with a view to—
Answer: (i) My brother had no job then. He went to Dhaka with a view to finding employment.
(j) English is an international language. If you do not learn English,
Answer: (j) English is an international language. If you do not learn English, you will fall behind in many fields.
Sylhet Board 2025
(a) Rudaba could not recognise me at first. It was many years since we —
Answer: (a) Rudaba could not recognise me at first. It was many years since we had last met.
(b) Student politics, now a days, has become a serious issue. It is high time we —
Answer: (b) Student politics nowadays has become a serious issue. It is high time we took necessary steps to reform it.
(c) A newspaper is a storehouse of knowledge. A man can be benefited in many ways —
Answer: (c) A newspaper is a storehouse of knowledge. A man can be benefited in many ways if he reads it regularly.
(d) Traffic jam in Dhaka has been unbearable these days. Had I got a Helicopter —
Answer: (d) Traffic jam in Dhaka has been unbearable these days. Had I got a helicopter, I could have reached my destination quickly.
(e) A book fair is an attraction for the city-dwellers. Book-lovers gather in the fair so that —
Answer: (e) A book fair is an attraction for the city-dwellers. Book-lovers gather in the fair so that they can buy and read their favourite books.
(f) Our college has the best teachers of the country. The teachers are not only highly educated —
Answer: (f) Our college has the best teachers of the country. The teachers are not only highly educated but also very sincere.
(g) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we take a balanced diet, it —
Answer: (g) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we take a balanced diet, it keeps us healthy and strong.
(h) Rahim Mia is a quack. He behaves as if —
Answer: (h) Rahim Mia is a quack. He behaves as if he were a qualified doctor.
(i) Success depends on the proper use of time. You will surely succeed provided that —
Answer: (i) Success depends on the proper use of time. You will surely succeed provided that you work hard and use time wisely.
(j) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless —
Answer: (j) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless we make the best use of it.
Dinajpur Board 2025
(a) It is swimming _____, It makes us strong.
Answer: (a) It is swimming that helps us stay fit, It makes us strong.
(b) Though early rising is difficult, _____. Everybody should rise early.
Answer: (b) Though early rising is difficult, it is very beneficial for health. Everybody should rise early.
(c) A barking dog _____. Do you know it?
Answer: (c) A barking dog seldom bites. Do you know it?
(d) You are very tired. You would better ____.
Answer: (d) You are very tired. You would better take some rest.
(e) The novel written by Milton is very interesting. I read it when ____.
Answer: (e) The novel written by Milton is very interesting. I read it when I had enough free time.
(f) Truthfulness is a great virtue because ____.
Answer: (f) Truthfulness is a great virtue because it builds trust and respect.
(g) Corrupt persons are not only dishonest but also criminals. Now it is high time we ____.
Answer: (g) Corrupt persons are not only dishonest but also criminals. Now it is high time we took strict action against them.
(h) A library is a place where ____. So, every education institution should have a library.
Answer: (h) A library is a place where students can read and borrow books. So, every educational institution should have a library.
(i) I worked hard though ____.
Answer: (i) I worked hard though I was feeling very weak.
(j) I closed the door of my room so that ____.
Answer: (j) I closed the door of my room so that no one could disturb me.
Chattagram Board 2025
(a) I think you are irregular in studies. Be attentive lest ______
Answer: (a) I think you are irregular in studies. Be attentive lest you should fail in the exam.
(b) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that _______
Answer: (b) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that we can overcome them.
(c) Jamil had an accident yesterday while he ______
Answer: (c) Jamil had an accident yesterday while he was crossing the road.
(d) There goes a proverb that ____ So, we should make friendship with a gentleman.
Answer: (d) There goes a proverb that a man is known by the company he keeps. So, we should make friendship with a gentleman.
(e) Corruption is a bottleneck to our national development. It is high time ______
Answer: (e) Corruption is a bottleneck to our national development. It is high time we took strict measures to stop it.
(f) He, who _____ makes a glorious result in the examination.
Answer: (f) He, who studies regularly, makes a glorious result in the examination.
(g) Whenever he speaks in English, ______ Infact, we learn through mistakes.
Answer: (g) Whenever he speaks in English, he makes some mistakes. In fact, we learn through mistakes.
(h) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year ______
Answer: (h) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when we achieved our independence.
(i) Man proposes, ______
Answer: (i) Man proposes, God disposes.
(j) Danger comes where ______ So, we have to be careful in our life.
Answer: (j) Danger comes where it is least expected. So, we have to be careful in our life.
Rajshahi Board 2025
(a) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be punctual lest —.
Answer: (a) I think you are not punctual in studies. Be punctual lest you should fall behind in the class.
(b) The film ended fantastically. If you had enjoyed the film, —.
Answer: (b) The film ended fantastically. If you had enjoyed the film, you would have felt really delighted.
(c) Though it is uncertain, —.
Answer: (c) Though it is uncertain, we still hope for the best.
(d) Fahim could not get A+ in English provided —.
Answer: (d) Fahim could not get A+ in English provided he had prepared well.
(e) Scarcely had we reached the station —.
Answer: (e) Scarcely had we reached the station when the train started to leave.
(f) What is lotted —.
Answer: (f) What is lotted cannot be blotted.
(g) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time —.
Answer: (g) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time we took strict actions against it.
(h) — as if she were a mad girl.
Answer: (h) She behaved as if she were a mad girl.
(i) Mahin is going to build —. I must help him.
Answer: (i) Mahin is going to build a house for his family. I must help him.
(j) I saw that —. So I didn’t disturb him.
Answer: (j) I saw that he was sleeping. So I didn’t disturb him.
Mymensingh Board 2025
(a) I bought a fiction of the Harry Potter Series. The story was so —.
Answer: (a) I bought a fiction of the Harry Potter Series. The story was so interesting that I finished it in one sitting.
(b) He was too old —. Yet, he did not listen to the warnings.
Answer: (b) He was too old to climb the hill. Yet, he did not listen to the warnings.
(c) I met some of my school friends at the reunion. It was nearly ten years since —.
Answer: (c) I met some of my school friends at the reunion. It was nearly ten years since we had last met.
(d) Rupa has gained weight. It is high time she —. Otherwise, she will become bulky.
Answer: (d) Rupa has gained weight. It is high time she took regular exercise. Otherwise, she will become bulky.
(e) The girl was all alone in the room. When I entered, she looked at me as though —.
Answer: (e) The girl was all alone in the room. When I entered, she looked at me as though she had seen a ghost.
(f) Cinderella suffered the cruelty of her step sisters. Had she had the courage to speak her mind, —.
Answer: (f) Cinderella suffered the cruelty of her stepsisters. Had she had the courage to speak her mind, her life might have been easier.
(g) The woman bought some antique glasses. She carried them carefully lest they —.
Answer: (g) The woman bought some antique glasses. She carried them carefully lest they should break.
(h) Our farmers are very hardworking. They work hard so that —.
Answer: (h) Our farmers are very hardworking. They work hard so that they can grow enough crops for the country.
(i) During exams, Article 144 is imposed in and around the exam hall. You cannot enter the exam hall unless —.
Answer: (i) During exams, Article 144 is imposed in and around the exam hall. You cannot enter the exam hall unless you show your admit card.
(j) Many of the politicians are corrupt. People hate them because —.
Answer: (j) Many of the politicians are corrupt. People hate them because they misuse power for personal gain.
Jessore Board 2025
(a) He walks fast lest —.
Answer: (a) He walks fast lest he should miss the bus.
(b) A pen which was bought —.
Answer: (b) A pen which was bought yesterday is already lost.
(c) I closed the door of my room so that —.
Answer: (c) I closed the door of my room so that no one could disturb me.
(d) The poem is too hard —.
Answer: (d) The poem is too hard for me to understand.
(e) Unless you came —.
Answer: (e) Unless you came in time, you would miss the class.
(f) If I were a rich man, —.
Answer: (f) If I were a rich man, I would help the poor.
(g) I wanted to learn English instead of —.
Answer: (g) I wanted to learn English instead of wasting my time.
(h) Inspite of his being poor, —.
Answer: (h) In spite of his being poor, he is very honest.
(i) Because of her being small —.
Answer: (i) Because of her being small she could not lift the heavy box.
(j) Learn English properly till —.
Answer: (j) Learn English properly till you can use it confidently.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses phrases: 2024
(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should ——-.
Answer: (a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant more trees.
(b) English is an international language. ——- you cannot get a good job.
Answer: (b) English is an international language. Without knowing it you cannot get a good job.
(c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time ——-.
Answer: (c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time we took steps against it.
(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish ——-.
Answer: (d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish I were a child again.
(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But ——-.
Answer: (e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But it has some negative effects too.
(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should ——-.
Answer: (f) He cannot run the business. So, he should look for a job.
(g) He confessed that ——-. So, I forgave him.
Answer: (g) He confessed that he had committed the crime. So, I forgave him.
(h) The students could not memorise the poem. It was too difficult ——-.
Answer: (h) The students could not memorise the poem. It was too difficult for them to understand.
(i) Since there was no more question to discuss, ——-.
Answer: (i) Since there was no more question to discuss, the meeting was over.
(j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays ——-.
Answer: (j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays people are conscious of it.
JB 24
(a) The poor man knocked at the door. He came to me with a view to —.
Answer: (a) The poor man knocked at the door. He came to me with a view to seeking my help.
(b) Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health. If they were educated, —.
Answer: (b) Many illiterate people do not have any knowledge of health. If they were educated, they would lead a healthy life.
(c) Scarcely had the teacher gone out of the room —.
Answer: (c) Scarcely had the teacher gone out of the room when the students started shouting.
(d) My grandmother lives in a village. It is many years since —.
Answer: (d) My grandmother lives in a village. It is many years since I last met her.
(e) Trees are very important for our existence on earth. It is high time —.
Answer: (e) Trees are very important for our existence on earth. It is high time we planted more trees.
(f) Despite the fact that he worked very hard, —. He was rather disappointed.
Answer: (f) Despite the fact that he worked very hard, he could not succeed. He was rather disappointed.
(g) You should finish your work today. A stitch in time —.
Answer: (g) You should finish your work today. A stitch in time saves nine.
(h) You are making a long Journey. Keep your phone turned on in case —.
Answer: (h) You are making a long Journey. Keep your phone turned on in case I need to contact you.
(i) My friend is going to the USA. I wish —.
Answer: (i) My friend is going to the USA. I wish I could go with him.
(j) Time is so valuable that —.
Answer: (j) Time is so valuable that we cannot afford to waste it.
CB24
(a) I’m so tired that —. Please, take a rickshaw right now.
Answer: (a) I’m so tired that I cannot walk. Please, take a rickshaw right now.
(b) Though Bangladesh is a small country, — heritage sites. We are proud of our world.
Answer: (b) Though Bangladesh is a small country, it has many world heritage sites. We are proud of our world.
(c) I can’t recall his name. It is long since —.
Answer: (c) I can’t recall his name. It is long since we met last.
(d) She came to my room while —. She didn’t wake me up.
Answer: (d) She came to my room while I was sleeping. She didn’t wake me up.
(e) It is true that most of the parents of our country are not interested enough to —. They think, educating their daughters is nothing but a wastage of time and money.
Answer: (e) It is true that most of the parents of our country are not interested enough to educate their daughters. They think, educating their daughters is nothing but a wastage of time and money.
(f) There are many helpless people around us. I wish —.
Answer: (f) There are many helpless people around us. I wish I could help them.
(g) He likes photography very much. But unfortunately he has lost his camera. If he had the camera,—.
Answer: (g) He likes photography very much. But unfortunately he has lost his camera. If he had the camera, he would take many photos.
(h) Be punctual lest —.
Answer: (h) Be punctual lest you should miss the chance.
(i) Our job market is getting very competitive. Unless you study well, —.
Answer: (i) Our job market is getting very competitive. Unless you study well, you cannot get a good job.
(j) It is too hot inside the room. Would you mind —?
Answer: (j) It is too hot inside the room. Would you mind opening the window?
RB24
(a) Had you sought my help —.
Answer: (a) Had you sought my help, I would have helped you.
(b) A man leading an indolent life —.
Answer: (b) A man leading an indolent life can never succeed.
(c) Strike the rod —.
Answer: (c) Strike the rod while it is hot.
(d) The men, who love their country, —.
Answer: (d) The men, who love their country, are true patriots.
(e) Be punctual in your studies —.
Answer: (e) Be punctual in your studies to make a good result.
(f) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time —.
Answer: (f) Food adulteration is a crime. It is high time we stopped it.
(g) Childhood is the golden period of life. I wish —.
Answer: (g) Childhood is the golden period of life. I wish I were a child again.
(h) Scarcely had we got out of home —.
Answer: (h) Scarcely had we got out of home when it started raining.
(i) I know the man —.
Answer: (i) I know the man who is standing there.
(j) He feigns as though —.
Answer: (j) He feigns as though he were mad.
BB24
Complete the following sentences with suitable phrases or clauses:
(a) It is too late. Now I — go to lunch.
Answer: (a) It is too late. Now I must go to lunch.
(b) It is a long time since —.
Answer: (b) It is a long time since I saw you last.
(c) Had I been a rich man, I would have bought a house —.
Answer: (c) Had I been a rich man, I would have bought a house by the lake.
(d) He is a quack but he talks —.
Answer: (d) He is a quack but he talks as if he were a real doctor.
(e) The girl returned home before evening lest —.
Answer: (e) The girl returned home before evening lest her parents should worry.
(f) Mira sings very well. If she gets opportunity, —.
Answer: (f) Mira sings very well. If she gets opportunity, she will be a great singer.
(g) The poem is too difficult for —.
Answer: (g) The poem is too difficult for the students to understand.
(h) In spite of having all facilities, —.
Answer: (h) In spite of having all facilities, he did not succeed.
(i) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
Answer: (i) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we nurtured this virtue.
(j) He studied hard so that —.
Answer: (j) He studied hard so that he could do well in the exam.
MB24
Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses and phrases:
(a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
Answer: (a) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we were patriotic.
(b) Hasan got GPA 4.50. Had he studied seriously, he —.
Answer: (b) Hasan got GPA 4.50. Had he studied seriously, he would have got a better result.
(c) Time is valuable. Those who waste time —.
Answer: (c) Time is valuable. Those who waste time cannot prosper in life.
(d) This ceiling is not so high. He is tall enough —.
Answer: (d) This ceiling is not so high. He is tall enough to touch it.
(e) Lock the door and keep the key in a safe place lest —.
Answer: (e) Lock the door and keep the key in a safe place lest it should be stolen.
(f) You cannot understand everything clearly unless —.
Answer: (f) You cannot understand everything clearly unless you listen carefully.
(g) A lot of passengers were waiting at the bus stop. A bus came. But the bus was so small that —.
Answer: (g) A lot of passengers were waiting at the bus stop. A bus came. But the bus was so small that all could not get on.
(h) In spite of facing so many drawbacks in life he ultimately —.
Answer: (h) In spite of facing so many drawbacks in life he ultimately succeeded.
(i) Ayesha is a bright student. She studies hard so that —.
Answer: (i) Ayesha is a bright student. She studies hard so that she can be a doctor.
(j) Freedom is man’s birth right. He is born free but everywhere —.
Answer: (j) Freedom is man’s birth right. He is born free but everywhere he is in chains.
CTG 24
Complete the sentences using suitable phrases/clauses.
(a) I miss my maternal grandmother a lot. 15 years have passed since —.
Answer: (a) I miss my maternal grandmother a lot. 15 years have passed since she died.
(b) Zillur and Ashraf were lucky. No sooner had they —.
Answer: (b) Zillur and Ashraf were lucky. No sooner had they reached the station than the train arrived.
(c) In our country, there are many people —. Poverty is a curse for any society.
Answer: (c) In our country, there are many people who live below the poverty line. Poverty is a curse for any society.
(d) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time —.
Answer: (d) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time we stood against corruption.
(e) Study sincerely lest —.
Answer: (e) Study sincerely lest you should fail.
(f) Nurjahan studies medicine so that —.
Answer: (f) Nurjahan studies medicine so that she can become a doctor.
(g) Once there was an old man who had three sons. They were so lazy that —.
Answer: (g) Once there was an old man who had three sons. They were so lazy that they did not work at all.
(h) Rezwan tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would —.
Answer: (h) Rezwan tried his best to get the job but he could not get it. Had he got the job, he would have been happy.
(i) The man — can maintain a sound health.
Answer: (i) The man who takes physical exercise can maintain a sound health.
(j) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to —.
Answer: (j) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving the sick people.
DJB 24
Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases:
(a) There goes a proverb, “Grasp all, ……… .” If you want to get everything at a time, you may end up in losing every thing.
Answer: (a) There goes a proverb, “Grasp all, lose all.” If you want to get everything at a time, you may end up in losing every thing.
(b) The first and foremost duty of a student is to study. Without — , you can never expect a good result.
Answer: (b) The first and foremost duty of a student is to study. Without studying regularly, you can never expect a good result.
(c) You never speak the truth. I will not accompany you unless you —.
Answer: (c) You never speak the truth. I will not accompany you unless you promise to speak the truth.
(d) Early rising is good for health. You should rise early so that —.
Answer: (d) Early rising is good for health. You should rise early so that you can take some physical exercise.
(e) Self-help is the best help and Allah helps those who …………….. .
Answer: (e) Self-help is the best help and Allah helps those who help themselves.
(f) Don’t be tensed for my return. ………. after I shall have finished my work.
Answer: (f) Don’t be tensed for my return. I will return after I shall have finished my work.
(g) You ought to read your texts again and again with a view to —.
Answer: (g) You ought to read your texts again and again with a view to understanding them clearly.
(h) You should remember that if you do not work hard, you will have a chance to fail in the exam. Work hard lest —.
Answer: (h) You should remember that if you do not work hard, you will have a chance to fail in the exam. Work hard lest you should fail.
(i) It is 10 O’clock now. Our train will start exactly at 11 O’clock. It is high time we —.
Answer: (i) It is 10 O’clock now. Our train will start exactly at 11 O’clock. It is high time we started for the station.
(j) My childhood was full of happiness. Would that —.
Answer: (j) My childhood was full of happiness. Would that I were a child again.
2023
Complete the sentences with suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, —.
Answer: (a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, you will be rewarded.
(b) English is an international language. I wish —.
Answer: (b) English is an international language. I wish I could speak it fluently.
(c) It is a long time since —.
Answer: (c) It is a long time since I met you last.
(d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don’t like people who …
Answer: (d) He talks too much while doing his work. I don’t like people who talk too much.
(e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than
Answer: (e) The beggar was very hungry. No sooner had he got a piece of loaf on the road than he ate it up.
(f) The old man is very weak . He is walking slowly —.
Answer: (f) The old man is very weak . He is walking slowly lest he should fall down.
(g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without knowing the meaning, —.
Answer: (g) A student should not memorize any answer blindly. If he memorizes the answer without knowing the meaning, he will not be able to write well in the exam.
(h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time —.
Answer: (h) Corruption is the main hindrance to the development of our country. It is high time we took steps against it.
(i) Had I earned enough money, —.
Answer: (i) Had I earned enough money, I would have bought a car.
(j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So, I have to go to station with a view to —.
Answer: (j) My brother will come to Rajshahi from Dhaka. So, I have to go to station with a view to receiving him.
2022
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) I could not recognise you at first. It was many years since we —.
Answer: (a) I could not recognise you at first. It was many years since we had met.
(b) Water is polluted in different ways. It is high time we —.
Answer: (b) Water is polluted in different ways. It is high time we prevented water pollution.
(c) I think you are not regular in studies. Be attentive lest —.
Answer: (c) I think you are not regular in studies. Be attentive lest you should fail.
(d) Birds fly in the sky freely. Had I the wings of a bird —.
Answer: (d) Birds fly in the sky freely. Had I the wings of a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(e) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that —.
Answer: (e) There are many obstacles in our way to success. We must work hard so that we can overcome them.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to —.
Answer: (a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving the sick.
(b) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when —.
Answer: (b) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when we achieved independence.
(c) I don’t have enough money. Had I been a rich man, —.
Answer: (c) I don’t have enough money. Had I been a rich man, I would have helped the poor.
(d) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest I —.
Answer: (d) My final examination is going on. I studied hard lest I should fail.
(e) Man proposes, —.
Answer: (e) Man proposes, God disposes.
Complete the following sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) I am waiting for the chairman. Can you tell me when —?
Answer: (a) I am waiting for the chairman. Can you tell me when he will come?
(b) Development of a country depends on the active participation of every citizen. Bangladesh expects that —.
Answer: (b) Development of a country depends on the active participation of every citizen. Bangladesh expects that every citizen will perform their duties.
(c) Give me your address. I will send the documents —.
Answer: (c) Give me your address. I will send the documents to you.
(d) Her son died in an accident. She was so grief-stricken that she even could not cry. She had to cry, or —.
Answer: (d) Her son died in an accident. She was so grief-stricken that she even could not cry. She had to cry, or her heart would break.
(e) There is a job vacancy announced on BD.Job.Com. Anyone who wants to apply —.
Answer: (e) There is a job vacancy announced on BD.Job.Com. Anyone who wants to apply should do it now.
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Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases:
(a) We are late. The class will start soon. Walk fast lest—
Answer: (a) We are late. The class will start soon. Walk fast lest you should miss the class.
(b) There goes a proverb that —. So, we must make proper use of time.
Answer: (b) There goes a proverb that time is money. So, we must make proper use of time.
(c) The condition of Mitu’s father was not well. If I knew his mobile number, — .
Answer: (c) The condition of Mitu’s father was not well. If I knew his mobile number, I would call him.
(d) Though Bangladesh is a small country, —. We are proud of our world heritage sites.
Answer: (d) Though Bangladesh is a small country, it has many world heritage sites. We are proud of our world heritage sites.
(e) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when —.
Answer: (e) We are a free nation now. 1971 is the year when we got independence.
(f) English is an international language. —you cannot get a good job.
Answer: (f) English is an international language. Without knowing it you cannot get a good job.
(g) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for —.
Answer: (g) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for me to lift.
(h) I was really in a great danger. He came here with a view to —.
Answer: (h) I was really in a great danger. He came here with a view to helping me.
(i) I can’t recall his name. It is long since — .
Answer: (i) I can’t recall his name. It is long since we met last.
(j) Time will decide everything. Do your best—.
Answer: (j) Time will decide everything. Do your best and wait for the result.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) He is a liar. Do not rely –
Answer: (a) He is a liar. Do not rely on him.
(b) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But –
Answer: (b) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But it has some negative sides too.
(c) Time has its wings. It was five years since we —
Answer: (c) Time has its wings. It was five years since we had met.
(d) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to –
Answer: (d) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to solving them.
(e) Whenever he speaks in English, —. But we learn through mistakes.
Answer: (e) Whenever he speaks in English, he makes mistakes. But we learn through mistakes.
(f) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
Answer: (f) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we nurtured this virtue.
(g) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest –
Answer: (g) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he should fail.
(h) There is nobody -. Hence happiness is a relative term.
Answer: (h) There is nobody who is always happy. Hence happiness is a relative term.
(i) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant —.
Answer: (i) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant more and more trees.
(j) Early rising gives a man enough free time. Since I am an early riser, –.
Answer: (j) Early rising gives a man enough free time. Since I am an early riser, I get enough free time.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses phrases.
(a) English is an international language. So, to keep pace with the process of globalization —.
Answer: (a) English is an international language. So, to keep pace with the process of globalization you need to learn it.
(b) I am an early riser. I am used to —.
Answer: (b) I am an early riser. I am used to walking in the morning.
(c) You are getting fat. If you want to lose weight, —.
Answer: (c) You are getting fat. If you want to lose weight, you should take exercise.
(d) Many people of our country are illiterate. They do not know —.
Answer: (d) Many people of our country are illiterate. They do not know how to read and write.
(e) Women constitute half of the total population. No progress is possible —.
Answer: (e) Women constitute half of the total population. No progress is possible without them.
(f) An unhealthy man cannot enjoy life. A proverb goes that —.
Answer: (f) An unhealthy man cannot enjoy life. A proverb goes that health is wealth.
(g) She loves reading. She will be reading while we —.
Answer: (g) She loves reading. She will be reading while we will be playing.
(h) Habit of eating is also important for good health. We should eat a balance diet —.
Answer: (h) Habit of eating is also important for good health. We should eat a balance diet regularly.
(i) Environment pollution is a serious problem nowadays. We should plant trees —.
Answer: (i) Environment pollution is a serious problem nowadays. We should plant trees to protect the environment.
(j) Environment is polluted in many ways. It is high time —.
Answer: (j) Environment is polluted in many ways. It is high time we should take proper measurement.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to —.
Answer: (a) Florence Nightingale wanted to be a nurse with a view to serving humanity.
(b) She was thirty years old when —.
Answer: (b) She was thirty years old when she got married.
(c) If a man sows good seed, —.
Answer: (c) If a man sows good seed, he will reap a good harvest.
(d) I got up late today. Let’s take a taxi so that —.
Answer: (d) I got up late today. Let’s take a taxi so that we can reach in time.
(e) A village doctor is a person who —. He is the best friend to the villagers.
Answer: (e) A village doctor is a person who treats the villagers. He is the best friend to the villagers.
(f) She said, “It is high time we —.”
Answer: (f) She said, “It is high time we started our journey.”
(g) I wish I could fly in the sky. If I had the wings of a bird, I —.
Answer: (g) I wish I could fly in the sky. If I had the wings of a bird, I would fly in the sky.
(h) I don’t know why you go there, most probably—.
Answer: (h) I don’t know why you go there, most probably to meet your friend.
(i) But all sorts of attempts to solve food problem will fail unless —.
Answer: (i) But all sorts of attempts to solve food problem will fail unless we control the population growth.
(j) He who follows two hares —.
Answer: (j) He who follows two hares catches none.
Complete the sentence using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) We cannot buy a car if —. It costs a lot of money.
Answer: (a) We cannot buy a car if we are not rich. It costs a lot of money.
(b) You are now very helpless. Call me whenever —.
Answer: (b) You are now very helpless. Call me whenever you need help.
(c) The man was so weak that —. He should consult with a doctor.
Answer: (c) The man was so weak that he could not walk. He should consult with a doctor.
(d) Since it was raining heavily —. We stayed at home.
Answer: (d) Since it was raining heavily, we could not go out. We stayed at home.
(e) Though he is dull of hearing, —. He can make a good result.
Answer: (e) Though he is dull of hearing, he is very attentive. He can make a good result.
(f) Danger comes when —. So, we have to be careful in our life.
Answer: (f) Danger comes when it is least expected. So, we have to be careful in our life.
(g) When I was a child, —. I was fond of playing cricket.
Answer: (g) When I was a child, I used to play a lot. I was fond of playing cricket.
(h) Hardly had we seen the police when —. Thus we were saved.
Answer: (h) Hardly had we seen the police when the robbers ran away. Thus we were saved.
(i) Speak the truth or —. A truthful man is always honoured everywhere.
Answer: (i) Speak the truth or you will be punished. A truthful man is always honoured everywhere.
(j) He took — in lieu of biology. Biology is difficult for him.
Answer: (j) He took Geography in lieu of biology. Biology is difficult for him.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Samudra Haque is a great journalist. Do you know where——?
Answer: (a) Samudra Haque is a great journalist. Do you know where he lives?
(b) Unity is power. Unless you are united, you ——.
Answer: (b) Unity is power. Unless you are united, you will fail.
(c) Work carefully lest —— .
Answer: (c) Work carefully lest you should make a mistake.
(d) Shabbir Khan is a quack. He behaves as though ——
Answer: (d) Shabbir Khan is a quack. He behaves as though he were a real doctor.
(e) It is very cold. I have to put on warm clothes so that ——
Answer: (e) It is very cold. I have to put on warm clothes so that I can keep myself warm.
Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) “Do you know this man?” “Yes, I know him. — since he was a boy.”
Answer: (a) “Do you know this man?” “Yes, I know him. I have known him since he was a boy.”
(b) What a lovely view that was! If I had had a camera, –.
Answer: (b) What a lovely view that was! If I had had a camera, I would have taken a photograph.
(c) I have never been suspicious of his honesty. I have always believed –.
Answer: (c) I have never been suspicious of his honesty. I have always believed that he is honest.
(d) It was very hot outside. Nobody actually wanted –.
Answer: (d) It was very hot outside. Nobody actually wanted to go out.
(e) The woman – was taken to hospital.
Answer: (e) The woman who was injured in the accident was taken to hospital.
(f) When my sister was young, she hid chocolate in impossible places. Once I found a bar –.
Answer: (f) When my sister was young, she hid chocolate in impossible places. Once I found a bar inside a book.
(g) My grandfather has no interest in TV. He often talks about the old days –.
Answer: (g) My grandfather has no interest in TV. He often talks about the old days before the television was invented.
(h) I am not a rich man. So, I never go to the shops –.
Answer: (h) I am not a rich man. So, I never go to the shops that sell expensive goods.
(i) Don’t worry. We are going to be there right on time. I am driving –.
Answer: (i) Don’t worry. We are going to be there right on time. I am driving as fast as I can.
(j) She never travels alone. She is – of travelling alone.
Answer: (j) She never travels alone. She is afraid of travelling alone.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/ phrases.
(a) A railway station is the place where
Answer: (a) A railway station is the place where trains stop.
(b) No sooner had he reached the station —.
Answer: (b) No sooner had he reached the station than the train left.
(c) He is satisfied with what —.
Answer: (c) He is satisfied with what he has.
(d) The car made in Japan —.
Answer: (d) The car made in Japan runs very fast.
(e) He behaved as if —.
Answer: (e) He behaved as if he had been mad.
(f) What is lotted —.
Answer: (f) What is lotted cannot be blotted.
(g) My purse has been lost where —.
Answer: (g) My purse has been lost where I was sitting.
(h) My friend, Ripon, appeared before the interview board. As he was smart, —.
Answer: (h) My friend, Ripon, appeared before the interview board. As he was smart, he got the job.
(i) You are a liar. You cannot eat a mango let alone —.
Answer: (i) You are a liar. You cannot eat a mango let alone a whole dozen.
(j) I am very hungry today. I had better —.
Answer: (j) I am very hungry today. I had better take my meal now.
Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should —.
Answer: (a) Trees are essential for our existence. So, we should plant more trees.
(b) English is an international language. — you cannot get a good job.
Answer: (b) English is an international language. Without knowing English you cannot get a good job.
(c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time —.
Answer: (c) Corruption is an obstacle to our national development. It is high time we stood against corruption.
(d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish —.
Answer: (d) My childhood was full of joys and happiness. I wish I were a child again.
(e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But —.
Answer: (e) Mobile phone is a wonder of modern science. But it has some negative effects too.
(f) He cannot run the business. So, he should —.
Answer: (f) He cannot run the business. So, he should give it up.
(g) He confessed that —. So, I forgave him.
Answer: (g) He confessed that he had done the wrong. So, I forgave him.
(h) The students could not memorize the poem. It was too difficult —.
Answer: (h) The students could not memorize the poem. It was too difficult for them.
(i) Since there was no more question to discuss, —.
Answer: (i) Since there was no more question to discuss, the meeting ended.
(j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays —.
Answer: (j) Female education is a crying need for our country. It is a good sign that nowadays people are conscious about it.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because —. It is our Mother Language Day.
Answer: (a) 21st February is a red-letter day in our life because we achieved the recognition of our mother language on this day. It is our Mother Language Day.
(b) Once there was a farmer who had three sons. They were so lazy that —.
Answer: (b) Once there was a farmer who had three sons. They were so lazy that they did not work at all.
(c) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where —?
Answer: (c) I have to meet Raihan. Do you know where he lives?
(d) It is high time you —. It is detrimental to health.
Answer: (d) It is high time you gave up smoking. It is detrimental to health.
(e) English is an international language. If you want to go abroad for higher studies, —.
Answer: (e) English is an international language. If you want to go abroad for higher studies, you must learn it.
(f) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies from flower to flower to —.
Answer: (f) The bee is one of the busiest insects. It flies from flower to flower to collect honey.
(g) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since —.
Answer: (g) My friend lived in New Zealand. It is many years since I saw him last.
(h) We must grow the habit of getting up early in the morning. The sooner we get up —.
Answer: (h) We must grow the habit of getting up early in the morning. The sooner we get up, the more we can work.
(i) There goes the proverb “United we stand, divided we fall”. Unless we are united, —.
Answer: (i) There goes the proverb “United we stand, divided we fall”. Unless we are united, we will fail.
(j) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to —.
Answer: (j) Our country is beset with many problems. We all should come forward with a view to solving them.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) Rifat does not like —. He knows that rich food does not contain rich vitamins.
Answer: (a) Rifat does not like rich food. He knows that rich food does not contain rich vitamins.
(b) As Shafi is devoted to studies, all his teachers love him. He hopes to —.
Answer: (b) As Shafi is devoted to studies, all his teachers love him. He hopes to make a good result.
(c) — is not good. We should give up it.
Answer: (c) Smoking is not good. We should give up it.
(d) — gives no pleasure. It is always painstaking.
Answer: (d) Idleness gives no pleasure. It is always painstaking.
(e) There is nobody —. Hence happiness is a relative term.
Answer: (e) There is nobody who is completely happy. Hence happiness is a relative term.
(f) Birds — in winter are called migratory birds. We should not kill them.
Answer: (f) Birds that come here in winter are called migratory birds. We should not kill them.
(g) People are careful — in Dhaka city. They don’t waste their resource.
Answer: (g) People are careful about spending money in Dhaka city. They don’t waste their resource.
(h) Man is a social being. No man can do —.
Answer: (h) Man is a social being. No man can do whatever he likes.
(i) Robinson Crusoe was born in England. His father wanted him —.
Answer: (i) Robinson Crusoe was born in England. His father wanted him to be a lawyer.
(j) — in Bangladesh are unemployed. Self-employment is a possible solution to this problem.
Answer: (j) Many people in Bangladesh are unemployed. Self-employment is a possible solution to this problem.
Complete the sentences using suitable words/phrases/clauses.
(a) Last night I did not have a sound sleep. I feel sleepy — TV.
Answer: (a) Last night I did not have a sound sleep. I feel sleepy while watching TV.
(b) You cannot handle such a — if you don’t have prior experience in teaching.
Answer: (b) You cannot handle such a class if you don’t have prior experience in teaching.
(c) If the driver had been more careful, — the fatal accident.
Answer: (c) If the driver had been more careful, he could have avoided the fatal accident.
(d) We were supposed to start our journey the next day. But it was so hot that —.
Answer: (d) We were supposed to start our journey the next day. But it was so hot that we postponed it.
(e) A village market is one of the many attractions of country life. It is a public place where —.
Answer: (e) A village market is one of the many attractions of country life. It is a public place where villagers buy and sell things.
(f) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough —?
Answer: (f) The box is very heavy. Are you strong enough to carry it?
(g) Begging is not a profession. It is most disreputable. We must not —.
Answer: (g) Begging is not a profession. It is most disreputable. We must not encourage it.
(h) Wherever he speaks in English, —. But it is natural that we learn through mistakes.
Answer: (h) Wherever he speaks in English, he makes mistakes. But it is natural that we learn through mistakes.
(i) The station is not far away from here. It will take you five minutes —.
Answer: (i) The station is not far away from here. It will take you five minutes to reach there.
(j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit is easy to do but —.
Answer: (j) One should bear in mind that forming bad habit is easy to do but difficult to give up.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) We are closely related to our environment. We should keep the environment free from pollution so that —.
Answer: (a) We are closely related to our environment. We should keep the environment free from pollution so that we can live a healthy life.
(b) We must follow the rules of hygiene. Without following the rules of hygiene, we —.
Answer: (b) We must follow the rules of hygiene. Without following the rules of hygiene, we cannot enjoy a sound health.
(c) He was very hopeful about winning the game. He — before he took part in the competition.
Answer: (c) He was very hopeful about winning the game. He had practiced a lot before he took part in the competition.
(d) He had a street accident and his mother injured herself falling on the stairs. To tell the truth misfortune —.
Answer: (d) He had a street accident and his mother injured herself falling on the stairs. To tell the truth misfortune never comes alone.
(e) She has got GPA 4.50. If — more seriously, she would have got GPA 5 in the exam.
Answer: (e) She has got GPA 4.50. If she had studied more seriously, she would have got GPA 5 in the exam.
(f) The boy was playing when —. He stopped his playing at once.
Answer: (f) The boy was playing when he saw his father. He stopped his playing at once.
(g) I feel a very bad headache. If —, I would continue my classes.
Answer: (g) I feel a very bad headache. If I felt better, I would continue my classes.
(h) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless —.
Answer: (h) Time plays a very crucial role in human life. We cannot prosper in life unless we make proper use of time.
(i) He runs very fast. Last year he — that other competitions were left behind.
Answer: (i) He runs very fast. Last year he ran so fast that other competitions were left behind.
(j) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we take a balanced diet, it —.
Answer: (j) Human body needs a balanced diet. If we take a balanced diet, it keeps our body fit.
Complete the following sentences using suitable clauses phrases
(a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, —.
Answer: (a) Honesty is the best policy. If you maintain honesty, you will be rewarded.
(b) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time —.
Answer: (b) Patriotism is a noble virtue. It is high time we had patriotism.
(c) English is an international language. I wish —.
Answer: (c) English is an international language. I wish I could speak English fluently.
(d) If I had much money, ––.
Answer: (d) If I had much money, I would help the poor.
(e) There goes a proverb that —. So, you have to make friendship with a gentleman.
Answer: (e) There goes a proverb that a man is known by the company he keeps. So, you have to make friendship with a gentleman.
(f) Hardly has he seen his friend —.
Answer: (f) Hardly has he seen his friend when he left the place.
(g) It is a long time since we —.
Answer: (g) It is a long time since we met last.
(h) All of us have to work hard with a view to —.
Answer: (h) All of us have to work hard with a view to succeeding in life.
(i) I was too young to —.
Answer: (i) I was too young to understand anything.
(j) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he —.
Answer: (j) A student has to be punctual. He has to study regularly lest he should fail.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.
(a) The job market is getting bad to worse day by day. If you don’t work hard in your student life, —.
Answer: (a) The job market is getting bad to worse day by day. If you don’t work hard in your student life, you cannot get a good job.
(b) Trees are most important for our survival. They supply oxygen without which —.
Answer: (b) Trees are most important for our survival. They supply oxygen without which we cannot live.
(c) My HSC exam is knocking at the door. I have to study attentively so that —.
Answer: (c) My HSC exam is knocking at the door. I have to study attentively so that I can make a good result.
(d) I have lost my cell phone. Would you mind — so that I can talk to my mother.
Answer: (d) I have lost my cell phone. Would you mind giving me your phone so that I can talk to my mother.
(e) Last week my friend Hasan met with an accident. No sooner had I heard the news than —.
Answer: (e) Last week my friend Hasan met with an accident. No sooner had I heard the news than I went to see him.
(f) Flower is a symbol of beauty, love and purity. There is hardly anyone who —.
Answer: (f) Flower is a symbol of beauty, love and purity. There is hardly anyone who does not love flowers.
(g) Walk fast lest —.
Answer: (g) Walk fast lest you should miss the bus.
(h) Jui is studying medicine. She wants —.
Answer: (h) Jui is studying medicine. She wants to be a doctor.
(i) During the recent years, most teenagers have become Facebook freak. They waste time for nothing. They should know that —.
Answer: (i) During the recent years, most teenagers have become Facebook freak. They waste time for nothing. They should know that time is valuable.
(j) He came to my room while —. He did not wake me up.
Answer: (j) He came to my room while I was sleeping. He did not wake me up.
Complete the sentences using suitable clauses /phrases:
(a) He studies medicine so that ______.
Answer: (a) He studies medicine so that he can become a doctor.
(b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we _______.
Answer: (b) Time has its wings. It was five years since we had met.
(c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to _________.
Answer: (c) The poor man knocked at my door. He came to me with a view to seeking my help.
(d) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for ________.
Answer: (d) I found a box in the room. The box was too heavy for me to carry.
(e) I went to the market yesterday. Had you requested me, I _______.
Answer: (e) I went to the market yesterday. Had you requested me, I would have bought it for you.
(f) Do not worry about me. I ______ after I have finished my study.
Answer: (f) Do not worry about me. I will come after I have finished my study.
(g) They are very hard working. If the bank gives them a loan on easy terms, they _________.
Answer: (g) They are very hard working. If the bank gives them a loan on easy terms, they will succeed.
(h) Unity is strength. United we stand, _______.
Answer: (h) Unity is strength. United we stand, divided we fall.
(i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we ______.
Answer: (i) We had to walk through a jungle. We saw a snake while we were walking.
(j) Everybody will go to the graveyard after death. A graveyard is a place ________.
Answer: (j) Everybody will go to the graveyard after death. A graveyard is a place where dead bodies are buried.