GAZIPUR CANTONMENT PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, GAZIPUR Test Examination-2024 } English (Compulsory)– Second Paper

 

GAZIPUR CANTONMENT PUBLIC SCHOOL & COLLEGE, GAZIPUR Test Examination-2024 } English (Compulsory)– Second Paper

Part-A : Grammar [60 Marks]

1.     Fill in the blanks with the words from the box. You may need to change the forms of some of the words. You may need to use one word more than once. 0.5 ´ 10 = 5

wide

pass

involve

from

certain

outlook

immediate

wisdom

interest

serenity

        The proper way of study (a) ¾¾ concentration and proper understanding. In order to get benefit (b) ¾¾ study, we should read (c) ¾¾. We should not study only for (d) ¾¾ examination. Rather we should take genuine (e) ¾¾ in studies so that we can enjoy what we read. This will (f) ¾¾ enrich our knowledge and (g) ¾¾ and broaden our (h) ¾¾. We should study not only for (i) ¾¾ gains but also for enriching the (j) ¾¾ of our mind.

2.     Fill in the blanks with suitable words.                                            0.5 ´ 10 = 5

        Most of our young learners are often (a) ¾¾ in surfing Internet and keep themselves (b) ¾¾ in facebooking and twittering. Thus, they just (c) ¾¾ away their time. Though this involvement somehow (d) ¾¾ developing their skill of using Internet, it (e) ¾¾ their valuable time which is supposed to (f) ¾¾ spent for their studies, for games and (g) ¾¾, for other activities related to developing their (h) ¾¾ skills. So, there should have a limited (i) ¾¾ to Internet browsing and some sort of (j) ¾¾ in using Internet for the young students.

3.     Make five sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below.                                                                                               1 ´ 5 = 5

Physical fitness		physical exercise regularly
Physical exercise	is	a precondition to lead a healthy life
People of all ages	take	essential for achieving physical fitness
Many changes	should take	a balanced diet
Beside physical exercise, everybody		place inside body due to physical exercise

4.     Complete the following text with right forms of the verbs given in the box. 0.5 ´ 10 = 5

ensure

create

waste

divide

remain

do

appear

save

execute

end

        Proper time management makes it possible to complete any work timely. If a person (a) ¾¾ his works into smaller portions and (b) ¾¾ them accordingly, the whole work will be (c) ¾¾ in time. Time is not (d) ¾¾ because of doing the work in a planned way. As a result, enough time (e) ¾¾. Besides proper use of time (f) ¾¾ by doing the work in this process. As each piece of work (g) ¾¾ quickly, opportunity to do additional works (h) ¾¾. Again due to time management, no part of work (i) ¾¾ difficult and no work (j) ¾¾ pending.

5.     Change the narrative style of the following text.                                              5

        "Where are you right now?" "Why?" "I heard of an accident in your office. So, I got worried." said, The father, "Oh, I see, I am safe in my office. Don't worry," said the son.

6.     Change the sentences according to directions.                                  1 ´ 10 = 10

(a)    Child labour is bigger than most other curses of the country. (Positive)

(b)    It is unfortunate that this has become very accepted in our society. (Negative)

(c)    Eradicate child labour. (Passive)

(d)    How unfair that children are forced to toil for a living while their peers are enjoying their childhood! (Assertive)

(e)    It is a travesty to see children working in dangerous conditions instead of attending school. (Exclamatory)

(f)     These helpless children are rewarded with all kind of abuse. (Active)

(g)    No other things is as disgraceful as child abuse for a nation. (Superlative)

(h)    Child labor is harmful to children's health and education. (Complex)

(i)     Many children work in dangerous jobs. (Compound)

(j)     Protect children from exploitation. (Optative)

7.     Complete the sentences.                                                                     1 ´ 5 = 5

(a)    Hardly had he heard the news ¾¾¾¾¾¾.

(b)    She went to Dhaka so that ¾¾¾¾¾¾.

(c)    It is high time, ¾¾¾¾¾¾.

(d)    Five years passed since ¾¾¾¾¾¾.

(e)    If I had been sincere to my studies ¾¾¾¾¾¾.

8.     Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or the both with the root words given in the parenthesis.                                                                        0.5 ´ 10 = 5

        The severe flash floods that struck Bangladesh in late August 2024, triggered by heavy rainfall and monsoon conditions, had a (a) devastate impact on the country. The floods resulted in loss of life, (b) place of millions, infrastructure damage, (c) agriculture losses, and severe economic consequences. The government and (d) human organizations responded to the crisis, but the long-term effects of these floods will be felt for years to come, highlighting the urgent need for climate change (e) adapt and disaster (f) prepare in Bangladesh. In addition to the immediate impacts, the floods also exacerbated existing (g) vulnerable, such as (h) poor, (i) equal, and limited access to healthcare. The recovery process will be challenging and require sustained efforts from both the government and international community to (j) build communities and ensure long-term resilience.

9.     Make tag questions of these statements.                                              1 ´ 5 = 5

(a)    Eat and enjoy, ¾¾ ?

(b)    You dare not wake him up, ¾¾¾¾¾¾?

(c)    The baby was smiling, ¾¾¾¾¾¾?

(d)    A doctor treats the patients, ¾¾¾¾¾¾?

(e)    Please support the needy, ¾¾¾¾¾¾?

10.   Complete the passage using suitable connectors.                                 1 ´ 5 = 5

        Bangladesh has witnessed a surge in social movements in recent years, driven by a growing sense of civic consciousness and a desire for change. One notable movement is the "Clean Bangladesh" campaign, which has gained significant momentum, aiming to address the country's environmental challenges. (a)¾¾ facing various obstacles, the campaign has succeeded in raising awareness about pollution and inspiring individuals to take action. (b) ¾¾, the student-led "Road Safety Movement" has been instrumental in demanding safer roads and better transportation infrastructure. (c) ¾¾ progress has been made, challenges remain in implementing necessary reforms. (d) ¾¾, the "Digital Bangladesh" initiative has fostered technological advancements and improved access to information. (e) ¾¾, concerns persist regarding digital inequality and the potential for misuse of technology. Overall, these movements reflect a growing spirit of activism and a commitment to building a better Bangladesh.

11.   Use capitals and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text.       5

        have you killed the rats said the mayor yes i have replied the piper give me the promised money how funny you are said the mayor take only fifty and get lost

Part-B : Composition [40 Marks]

12.   Suppose, you are Raha/Rahat Ahmed. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the position of a News Presenter in Jamuna Television. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV must not exceed one page.                         8

13.   Suppose, you are a student at Mymensingh Cantonment Public School & College, Mymensingh. Your father is a farmer, and it is tough for him to bear your educational expenses. Now, write an application to the Principal for a full-free studentship.                                                                                         10

14.   Write a paragraph on ‘The life of a farmer’ in about 200 words.                      10

15.   Write a composition on “The season you like most” in about 250 words.          12

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