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Use appropriate sentence connector in the blank spaces of the following passage
Education is essential in our life.
1. 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 of educational institutions. (h) ---------- , we can learn outside of these institutions. (i) ---------- education is a lifelong process. It begins just after our birth (j) ---------- ends only with death. [SB. '19-Alim Exam-2019]
Answer: (a) In case/If; (b) not only; (c) moreover; (d) how; (e) therefore; (f) besides; (g) that; (h) What; (i) in fact; (j) and.
Trees are a vital part of our environment
2. 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 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. [DB.'19]
Answer: (a) therefore (b) but (c) Rather (d) As a result (e) As (f) in fact (g) for example·(h) Furthermore.(i) besides (j) Above all.
Honesty is a noble virtue
3. 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.[JB.'19]
Answer: (a)who (b) because (c) but (d) so/therefore (e) Whereas (f) on the other hand (g) as (h) so (i) In addition (j) because.
Unemployment is a great curse
4. 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[CB.'19]
Answer: (a) At present (b) But (c) Actually (d) Firstly (e) Secondly (f) Thirdly (g) So (h) but (i) For that (j)'in addition.
We must be aware of the dangers of smoking
5. 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 (1),-nothing is impossible for us. (j) ---------- we are determined to give up it, we can certainly do it. [CtgB.'19]
Answer: (a) like (b) besides (c) Again (d) not only (e) but also (f) so (g) However (h) actually (i) But (j) If.
We should always keep in mind
6. 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. [BB. '19]
Answer: (a) that (b) In fact/Actually (c) For example (d) like (e) as since (f) such as (g) rather (h) So/Therefore (i) that(j) also.
We cannot walk on a road in the darkness without light
7. 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 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. [DjB.'19]
Answer: (a) Similarly.(b) That is why/For this reason (c) on the contrary/ on the other hand (d) Thus (e) Also (f) Moreover (g) In fact/ Actually/ Truly (h) On the contrary/ On the other hand (i) In fact/ Actually (j) So/Therefore
Bangladesh is mainly an agricultural country
8. Bangladesh is mainly an agricultural country. (a) ---------- her economy and prosperity depend on agriculture. (b) ---------- our agriculture depends on the mercy or nature. (c) ---------- , if there is sufficient rain, people can plough their lands and sow seeds in time. (d) ---------- they can reap a good harvest (e) ---------- if it does not rain in time, the farmers cannot grow the crops easily and they do not have good harvest. (f) ---------- ,without water our agriculture is lifeless. The rain is not always beneficial to our agriculture. (g) ---------- ,sometimes it rains so much that it causes floods (h) ---------- our crops go under water and most often, they are totally destroyed, (i) ---------- the farmers so constitute the most part of our professional people, lose everything. (j) ---------- we can safely conclude that our economy depends on rain. [CtgB. '16-Alim Exam-2018]
Answer: (a) Accordingly/And (b) However (c) For example (d) as a result (e) On the other hand (f) infact (g)For example (h) Then/consequently (i) Ultimately (j) So/Thus
Parents are the, very essence of our existence in the earth
9. Parents are the, very essence of our existence in the earth. (a) ---------- there is nobody as dear to us as our parents. (b) ---------- , there comes the issue of duty and responsibility. (c) ---------- , there are responsibilities of the parents. (d) ---------- , it is parents' responsibility to teach their children each and everything required for developing as a human being and guide them accordingly. (e) -, it is from the parents that a person learns his first lesson. (f) ---------- , we see a deep influence of parents in shaping the character of a person. (g) ---------- there is duty to parents by the children. (h) ---------- , we should obey their each and every command. (i) ---------- ?, we should not disobey them or behave rudely with them, rather we should take care of them in their old age. (J) ---------- , after their death, it is our responsibility to pray for them so that the Almighty may keep their souls in peace.[Alim Exam-2017]
Answer: (a) So,(b) Then (c) That's way, (d) since. (e) That's why (f) so, (g) On the other hand (h) Firstly, (1) secondly, (j)Finally.
Reading books is essential for us
10. Reading books is essential for us. (a) ---------- we can remove the darkness of our ignorance by reading books, (b) ---------- we can know the unknown by reading books, (c) ---------- book is the source of knowledge and wisdom, (d) ---------- we should buy books. If we read a book only once, we can discover many things in it. (e) ---------- basing on one reading we cannot judge the standard of a book. When a book is praised highly, we have no doubt about the greatness of the book. Only through the first reading we may not understand a book, (f) ---------- if it is read more than once, we will see why it was read and praised. (g) ---------- the great books are those that have passed the test of time, It is also seen that some books do not possess special 'value, (h) ---------- readers forget about them. They do not feel interested in preserving them, (i) ---------- they are seèn no more. So we should write something great for the welfare of humanity. (i) ---------- our books will attract the attention of readers. [Alim Exam-2016]
Answer: (a) Because; (b) Besides; (c) in fact; (d) So; (e) But; (f) But;(g)therefore; (h) So; (i) As a result; (j) only then.
Many people think that money can do everything in life
11. 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 contended 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. [HSC AU Board-2018]
Answer: (a) Though (b) In fact (c) what (d) but/on the contrary (e) So/Therefore (f) instead (g) and (h) on the other hand, (i) who (j) Hence/So/Therefore
Mobile phone has added a new dimension in our communication system
12. 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. [DB.'17]
Answer: (a) Moreover (b) So (c) But (d) For example/For instance (e) Moreover (f) Sometimes (g) Furthermore (h) However (i) But (j) Therefore/ So
Man is a social being
13. 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.[RB.'17]
Answer: (a) So (b) In fact (c) Firstly (d) That is to say/In other we: ds (e) Secondly (f) Besides (g)Thirdly (h) Rather (i) Finally (j)·In fact
Unemployment is a great problem in our country
14. 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. [RB. '19;JB.'17]
Answer: (a) In fact (b) Now (c) however (d) Because (e) infact (f) Firstly (g) Besides (h) Thirdly (I) Besides (j) So
Trees are a vital part of our environment
15. 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. [CB.'17]
Answer: (a) infact (b) But (c) Rather (d) consequently (e) Since (f) in addition (g) so (h) Besides (i) Again (j) and
Rangpur Town Hall is a place of cultural activities
16. 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 Bengalese. 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 Mansura onto the truck. [CtgB. '17]
Answer: (a) But (b) At that time (c) As/ Since (d) So (e) then (f) After words (g) when (h) But (1) But (j) Finally/At last
Honesty is a noble virtue
17. 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 ma?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) ---------- , dishónest 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.[SB.'17]
Answer: (a) indeed (b) Because (c) But consequently (d) So (e) On the other hand (f) On the contrary (g) Hence/ So (h) Hence/As a matter of fact (i) Moreover/ Besides (j) Thus
Water is a vital element of the environment
18. 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. [BB.'17]
Answer: (a) but (b) Firstly (c) When (d) and (e) secondly (f) Thirdly/Third (g) In addition/Besides (h) So (i) in this respect (j) If/ In case
It was the night before my math exam in the 2nd semester
19, 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. [DJB.'17]
Answer: (a) So (b) Besides (c) Actually/ Truly speaking (d) Suddenly (e) Then (f) So (g) Suddenly/All on a sudden (h) However (i) At that time (j) At last
A lion was drinking water from a brook
20. A lion was drinking water from a brook. (a) ---------- a lamb was also drinking water from the down stream of the same brook. The lion saw the lamb and decided to devour it. (b) ---------- he was thinking about how to accomplish his evil design. (c) ---------- he hit upon a plan. (d) ---------- the lion complained that the lamb was disturbing him by muddying water. But the lamb said that he was drinking water from down stream. (e) ---------- the questions of muddying water on his part did not arise here. (f) ---------- the lamb argued that it was the lion that was mudding the water for him as he was drinking water upstream. (g) ---------- the lion retorted that the lamb spoke il1 of him a year ago. (h) ---------- the lamb said that he was not born a year ago. The lion grew into a rage. (i) ---------- he said that perhaps his father, spoke ill of him last year.(j) ---------- the lion had the right to take revenge and kill the lamb. [DB.'16]
Answer: (a) At the same time (b) Then (c) immediately (d) then (e) So (f) so (g) then (h) and (i) angrily (i) So/ Therefore.
I was walking along the road the other day
21. (a) ---------- I was walking along the road the other day, I happened to notice a small brown leather purse lying on the pavement. I picket it up and opened it to see (b) ---------- I could find the owner's name. There was nothing inside. It had (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 quite 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.[RB.'16]
Answer: (a) While (b)'whether (c) except (d) and (e) Then (f) and (g) but (h) that (i) During (j) although
Time and tide wait for none
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 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 examination. (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. [JB.'16]
Answer: (a) And (b) So (c) Rather (d) However (e) Thus (f) As a result (g) consequently (h) So (i) Nevertheless (j) Besides/Moreover.
Mobile phone has become an essential
23. 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 purposes.(h) ---------- it has a few disadvantages (i) ---------- can cause a lot of troubles. (j) ---------- its advantages are more than its disadvantages. [CB.'16]
Answer: (a) as (b) But (c) both (d) and (e) Firstly (f) Secondly (g) Furthermore (h) However (i) which (j) Yet.
The gifts of science are uncountable
24. The gifts of science are uncountable. (a) ---------- we cast our eyes, 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 moré 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 favorable role, they are (i) ---------- doing harm to our young and new generation. (j) ---------- we cannot deny the immense benefits we are getting from satellite channels.[SB.'16]
Answer: (a) Wherever (b) which (c) that (d) at present (e) therefore (f) this is why (g) anyway (h) unless (i) Then (j) however.
Time is a special resource
25. 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. (h) ---------- set a deadline to do them and try your. best to stick to it. (i) ---------- your skills will help you avoid stress in completing any work successfully. (j) ---------- reward yourself when the job is done. [BB.'16]
Answer: (a) But (b) and (c) This is why (d) However (e) First (f) second (g) Thirdly (h) Then (i) in fact (j) Thus/In this way.
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