HSC - 2025 English 2nd Paper Dhaka Board Questions with Answer

Fakhruddin Babar
Jul 24
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Updated: Aug 10

02 Set

ENGLISH Second Paper

[According to the Syllabus of 2025]

Subject Code: 108

Time—3 hours

Full marks—100

[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]

Part A—Grammar

Marks—60

1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: Marks 0.5×10=5

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.

2. Complete the sentences with suitable words/phrases given in the box: 0.5×10=5

let alone have to it

was born as soon as there

what’s............ like what does .... look like had better

would rather

(a) You _______________ not touch the crocodile. It may be dangerous.

(b) She has never boiled an egg, _______________ prepared an entire meal.

(d) I don’t need a lift. I _______________ walk.

(e) They _______________ solve these problems soon or the project will fail.

(f) The house was dirty. _______________ was John who cleaned the house.

(g) _______________ goes a proverb that morning shows the day.

(h) _______________ an alligator _______________? I have never seen it.

(i) He _______________ of German parents. In fact, he lived most of his life abroad.

(j) _______________ the journey _______________? It was very enjoyable to me.

3. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases: 1×10=10

(a) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I _______________. He must account for his absence.

(b) You are now sick. Call me in case _______________.

(d) It was very cold. They had to put on warm clothes so that _______________.

(e) The market is not far away from here. It will take them ten minutes _______________.

(f) The man tried heart and soul to get the job but could not. Had he got the job, _______________.

(g) Though we were thirsty _______________. The water of the bottle was not pure.

(h) They had to postpone their journey because of _______________.

(i) Man is a social being. So, he cannot always do whatever _______________.

(j) United we stand, _______________.

4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct forms of verbs as per subject and context: 0.5×14=7

In this world truth (a) __________ (reign) over falsehood. Those who are always in the habit of (b) __________ (speak) the truth (c) __________ (respect) everywhere. But those who are involved in telling lies, (d) __________ (not shine) in life. That is why, we see that many great men in history used to (e) __________ (preach) truth among their countrymen. (f) __________ (Be) truthful is essential for our society. It (g) __________ (hold) the highest value in (h) __________ (make) our society better. This quality (i) __________ (consider) as one of the essential factors that empower us from within. A truthful man is a (j) __________ (trust) person. And this trust (k) __________ (build) confidence in us. Confidence makes us (l) __________ (feel) better. When we start (m) __________ (get) comfortable with speaking the truth, we will begin to prosper. So, we should try hard (n) __________ (stay) away from the lies.

5. Change the narrative style of the following text, by using indirect speeches: 7

“Where are you going?” said the merchant. “I was coming to see you.” “What do you want?” “To earn my bread by the labour of my hands.” “Do you really want work?” said the merchant. “Yes, if you have any.” “Then follow me and carry a box from a shop to my house.” “I do not see how I can do that,” said the youth.

6. Read the following text and use modifiers in the blank spaces as directed: 0.5×10=5

The necessity of learning English is the demand of today’s world. But many people in (a) __________ (Pre-modify the noun with a possessive) country do not realize it. As we are living in a (b) __________ (Pre-modify the noun with an adjective) village, it has become essential (c) __________ (Post-modify the adjective with an infinitive phrase). So, if we know English (d) __________ (Post-modify the verb with an adverb), we can communicate with people all over the world. Surely, English has become an important element of our (e) __________ (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) development. This language ensures an (f) __________ (Use an adjective to pre-modify the noun) access to all the information in the world computers. (g) __________ (Use a participle phrase to pre-modify the clause), we can progress personally and professionally. If we fail to have a good command over the language, we will lag behind (h) __________ (Post-modify the verb using an adverbial). With (i) __________ (Use a demonstrative to pre-modify the noun) language, we can get access to art, literature and culture from various countries. So, it is clear that English is (j) __________ (Use an adverb to pre-modify the verb) spoken all over the world.

7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following text: 0.5×14=7

A thing of beauty is a joy forever. (a)__________ a flower is a symbol of beauty and purity. (b)__________ flower cultivation was rare in our country. (c)__________ the scenario has been changed. (d)__________ people cultivate flowers not only for enjoying their beauty but also for earning money. (e)__________, in big cities and towns, many flower shops have flourished and different types of flowers are sold there. (f)__________, the demand of flowers is increasing day by day. (g)__________, they are of great use to us. (h)__________ flowers play an important role in making our mood cheerful and happy. (i)__________ they are used for decorating homes. (j)__________, flowers are regarded as a symbol of mourning and tribute to someone. (k)__________, in many popular and social events, flowers are needed for giving or spot decoration. (l)__________, we express our love and affection towards anyone with flowers. (m)__________, flowers are a great source of honey, perfume, medicine and even food. (n)__________ the use of flowers in our daily life has become wide in different ways.

8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed: 0.5×14=7

There can be no progress without efforts. Life loses its interest if there is no struggle. For example, games become dull if there is no competition in them and if the result is easily foreseen. No matter we win the game or lose it. The keener the contest, the greater the enjoyment. A victory is not a real triumph unless both the sides are equally matched. Whether we like it or not, life is a continuous competitive examination.

(a) progress (synonym); (b) efforts (synonym); (c) interest (synonym); (d) struggle (antonym); (e) dull (antonym); (f) competition (synonym); (g) easily (antonym); (h) win (antonym); (i) enjoyment (synonym); (j) victory (antonym); (k) real (synonym); (l) equally (antonym); (m) like (synonym); (n) continuous (antonym).

9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text correcting the errors and use capital letters if necessary: 0.5×14=7

Kamal: Wheres your pen? Rony: It’s gone. Rony : Yes.it was on the desk a few minutes ago. Now there in no sign of it. Kamal: I left, it on the desk. Rony: Its my favourite pen. What can I do Kamal: Lets complain to the Principal. Rony: For what Kamal: For your pen, Rony: Youre mad I’ll complain to the Principal for a pen,

Part B—Composition

Marks—40

10. Suppose you are a student of a college in Dhaka. Many outsiders disturb the students in your college campus during class hours. Now, on behalf of the students, write an application to your Principal for taking measures against the outsiders. 10

11. Write a paragraph on “The Importance of Moral Values” within 200 words. 15

12. Write a paragraph on “Frequent Road Accidents—It’s Causes and Effects in Bangladesh” within 200 words. 15

With Solution:

02 Set

ENGLISH Second Paper

[According to the Syllabus of 2025]

Subject Code: 108

Time—3 hours

Full marks—100

[N.B. The figures in the right margin indicate full marks.]

Part A—Grammar

Marks—60

1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions: Marks 0.5×10=5

Answer:

(a) with

(b) of

(d) on

(e) among

(f) in

(g) by

(h) of

(i) without

(j) from

2. Complete the sentences with suitable words/phrases given in the box: 0.5×10=5

let alone have to it

was born as soon as there

what’s............ like what does .... look like had better

would rather

(a) You _______________ not touch the crocodile. It may be dangerous.

(b) She has never boiled an egg, _______________ prepared an entire meal.

(d) I don’t need a lift. I _______________ walk.

(e) They _______________ solve these problems soon or the project will fail.

(f) The house was dirty. _______________ was John who cleaned the house.

(g) _______________ goes a proverb that morning shows the day.

(h) _______________ an alligator _______________? I have never seen it.

(i) He _______________ of German parents. In fact, he lived most of his life abroad.

(j) _______________ the journey _______________? It was very enjoyable to me.

Answer:

(a) had better (b) let alone (c) as soon as (d) would rather (e) have to (f) It (g) There (h) What does .... look like (i) was born (j) What’s ... like

3. Complete the following sentences with suitable clauses/phrases: 1×10=10

(a) Whenever I go to visit the factory, I _______________. He must account for his absence.

(b) You are now sick. Call me in case _______________.

(d) It was very cold. They had to put on warm clothes so that _______________.

(e) The market is not far away from here. It will take them ten minutes _______________.

(f) The man tried heart and soul to get the job but could not. Had he got the job, _______________.

(g) Though we were thirsty _______________. The water of the bottle was not pure.

(h) They had to postpone their journey because of _______________.

(i) Man is a social being. So, he cannot always do whatever _______________.

(j) United we stand, _______________.

Answer:

(a) find him missing every single time.

(b) your condition gets worse than yesterday.

(d) they could protect themselves from coldness.

(e) to reach there walking at normal speed.

(f) he would have led a better life.

(g) we could not drink the impure water.

(h) the sudden heavy rain and stormy weather.

(i) he wants to do it in all situations.

(j) divided we fall.

4. Read the text and fill in the gaps with the correct forms of verbs as per subject and context: 0.5×14=7

Answer:

(a) reigns

(b) speaking

(d) don’t shine / never shine

(e) preach

(f) Being

(g) holds

(h) making

(i) is considered

(j) trusted

(k) builds

(l) feel

(m) getting/ to get

(n) to stay

5. Change the narrative style of the following text, by using indirect speeches: 7

Answer:

The merchant asked the youth where he was going. The youth replied that he(Y) was going to see him(M). The merchant asked what he(Y) wanted. The youth replied that he(Y) wanted to earn his bread by the labour of his hands. The merchant again asked if he(Y) really wanted work. The youth replied in the affirmative and said that he(Y) really wanted work if he(M) had any. Then the merchant ordered the youth to follow him(M) and carry a box from a shop to his(M) house. The youth said that he(Y) did not see how he(Y) could do that.

6. Read the following text and use modifiers in the blank spaces as directed: 0.5×10=5

Answer:

(a) our

(b) global

(d) accurately/properly

(e) national

(f) easy

(g) Having learnt English/learning English

(h) badly

(i) this

(j) widely

7. Use appropriate sentence connectors in the blank spaces of the following text: 0.5×14=7

Answer:

(a) In fact

(b) Once/In the past

(d) At present/Nowadays/Now

(e) In addition/.Moreover

(f) Consequently/As a result

(g) So

(h) Indeed/Actually

(i) Firstly

(j) Secondly

(k) Thirdly

(l) Fourthly

(m) Finally

(n) Thus/In this way

8. Read the passage and then write the antonym or synonym of the words as directed: 0.5×14=7

Answer:

(a) advancement

(b) attempts

(d) ease

(e) lively / interesting

(f) contest

(g) difficultly

(h) lose

(i) pleasure / delight

(j) defeat

(k) genuine

(l) unequally / unevenly

(m) prefer / love

(n) discontinuous / interrupted

9. There are fourteen errors in the use of punctuation marks in the following text. Re-write the text correcting the errors and use capital letters if necessary: 0.5×14=7

Answer:

Karim: Where’s your pen?

Rony: It's gone.

Karim: Gone?

Rony: Yes, it was on the desk a few minutes ago. Now there's no sign of it.

Karim: I left it on the desk.

Rony: It's my favourite pen. What can I do?

Karim: Let's complain to the Principal.

Rony: For what?

Karim: For your pen.

Rony: Your'e mad. I'll complain to the Principal for a pen!

Part B—Composition

Marks—40

11. Write a paragraph on “The Importance of Moral Values” within 200 words. 15

12. Write a paragraph on “Frequent Road Accidents—It’s Causes and Effects in Bangladesh” within 200 words. 15

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