SSC - 2025 English 2nd Paper Sylhet Board Questions with Answer
- Fakhruddin Babar
- Jul 25
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Set-01
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY)
Second Paper
[According to die Syllabus of2025]
Time—3 hours Full marks—100
[N.B. The figures in I he right margin indicate full marks.]
Part A-Grammar
Marks-60
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
of | a | by | an | the |
in | necessary | for | be |
A good student is always mindful (a) __________ his studies. He is respectful (b) __________ his teachers and superiors. He never disobeys them. He never wastes his time. He makes (c) __________ best use of his time. He is also sincere and listens to his teachers attentively so that he can understand the lessons. He prepares his lessons (d) __________ the teachers. He does not memorize any answer without knowing the meaning. He maintains discipline. He knows that success lies (e) __________ discipline. He also takes part in co-curricular activities. He takes care (f) __________ his health. He knows that a sound mind lives in (g) __________ sound body. He is always friendly and well-behaved. He tries to help his classmates. He is loved by all. In order to (h) __________ a good student, it is (i) __________ to follow him. We should remember that today's good student is tomorrow's ideal citizen (j) __________ the country.
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. 0⋅5×10=5
Adulteration is the act of making food or drink less pure by adding or mixing (a) __________ with it. Nowadays this practice is very (b) __________ - in hotels and restaurants and in almost all food (c) __________ . The adulterated foods are hazardous (d) __________ health. They cause many fatal diseases (e) __________ cancer, kidney failure, heart problems etc. The businessmen use harmful chemicals (f) __________ make their food items attractive and also to make quick profit. They are very greedy and do not think (g) __________ our health. We should be very careful (h) __________ buying foods and fruits. We should avoid taking (i) __________ foods. Public awareness should be raised and the govt. should take stern (j) __________ against the adulterators.
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: 1×5=5
Bangladesh | is | a land of scenic beauty. |
It | is | famous for its natural beauty. |
The land | is | full of green trees. |
The rivers | flow | through the country. |
The people | are | very friendly. |
4. Complete the following text with right forms of verbs given in the box: 0−5×10=5
lead | be | follow | keep | take |
enable | observe | make | teach | bring |
Good manners (a) __________ an important part of our education. Our education (b) __________ incomplete if we do not (c) __________ good manners. In our behaviour with others, we must (d) __________ proper respects for them. We should have a sense of fitness in our conduct with others. We should (e) __________ that we do not hurt others by our words or deeds. It (f) __________ a man to (g) __________ a dignified life. One who (h) __________ good manners is a gentle man. Good manners (i) __________ about a sense of fellow-feeling and brotherhood. It (j) __________ us gentle and polite.
5. Change the narrative style of the following text. 5
"My sons, listen to me," said the old man. "A great treasure lies hidden in the land. I am going to leave it to you." "How shall we find it?" said the sons. "You must dig the land for it." said the old man.
6. Change the following sentences as directed in the brackets: 1×10=10
(a) English is an international language. (Interrogative)
(b) It is spoken all over the world. (Active)
(c) It is one of the most useful languages in the world. (Comparative)
(d) Without learning it, you cannot get a good job. (Compound)
(e) It helps a man to get a good job and earn more money. (Simple)
(f) So, everyone should learn English. (Negative)
(g) It is an easy language to learn. (Complex)
(h) Who does not know the importance of English? (Assertive)
(i) No other language in the world is as important as English. (Superlative)
(j) Let us try our best to learn it. (Assertive)
7. Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) Though he is poor, __________.
(b) As he is honest, __________.
(c) If you are honest, __________.
(d) He is so honest that __________.
(e) We should follow the man who __________.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or both with the root words given in the parentheses. 0⋅5×10=5
Life without leisure and (a) __________ (relax) is dull. (b) __________ (continue) work makes a man (c) __________ (active) and his life (d) __________ (pleasant). Leisure makes him fresh for work. But it should not be (e) __________ (spend) in idleness. It gives us (f) __________ (refresh) and makes our mind fresh. It is very (g) __________ (essence) for our life. It is also (h) __________ (harm) for us if we spend our leisure time without doing any (i) __________ (create) work. There are many ways to enjoy leisure time. We can spend it by doing gardening, travelling, fishing, reading, painting etc. This will give us pleasure and (j) __________ (entertain).
9. Make tag questions of these statements: 1×5=5
(a) I am a student, __________? (b) My father is a teacher, __________? (c) He teaches English, __________? (d) He can speak English fluently, __________? (e) He helps the poor students, __________?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors. 1×5=5
Honesty is a great virtue. (a) __________ we should be honest in our life. Honesty helps a man to succeed in life. An honest man is respected by all. (b) __________, a dishonest man is hated by all. (c) __________ we see that honesty is the best policy. So, we should be honest in our life. (d) __________ we can be happy. (e) __________ we can be successful in life.
11. Use capital letters and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 5
why are you putting the foods in your pocket why dont you eat asked the nobleman i am doing the right thing replied sheikh saadi my dress deserves these rich dishes
Part B-Composition - Marks-40
12. Suppose, you are Rony/Runa and you have completed M.Com in Accounting. You have seen a vacancy advertisement for the post of an 'Accountant' in a private company. Now, write a CV with a cover letter for the post. Your CV should not exceed one page. 8
13. Suppose, you are a student of class X of ABC High School, Sylhet. Your school library is not rich in books. Now, write an application to the Headmaster of your school for increasing the number of books in the library. 10
14. Write a paragraph on 'A Street Hawker'. 10
15. Write a composition on 'The Game You Like Most'. 12
SSC - 2025 English 2nd Paper Sylhet Board Questions with Answer
Set-01
ENGLISH (COMPULSORY)
Second Paper
[According to die Syllabus of2025]
Time—3 hours Full marks—100
[N.B. The figures in I he right margin indicate full marks.]
Part A-Grammar
Marks-60
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
of | a | by | an | the |
in | necessary | for | be |
A good student is always mindful (a) __________ his studies. He is respectful (b) __________ his teachers and superiors. He never disobeys them. He never wastes his time. He makes (c) __________ best use of his time. He is also sincere and listens to his teachers attentively so that he can understand the lessons. He prepares his lessons (d) __________ the teachers. He does not memorize any answer without knowing the meaning. He maintains discipline. He knows that success lies (e) __________ discipline. He also takes part in co-curricular activities. He takes care (f) __________ his health. He knows that a sound mind lives in (g) __________ sound body. He is always friendly and well-behaved. He tries to help his classmates. He is loved by all. In order to (h) __________ a good student, it is (i) __________ to follow him. We should remember that today's good student is tomorrow's ideal citizen (j) __________ the country.
Ans: (a) of (b) to (c) the (d) with (e) in (f) of (g) a (h) be (i) necessary (j) of
2. Fill in the blanks with suitable words. 0⋅5×10=5
Adulteration is the act of making food or drink less pure by adding or mixing (a) __________ with it. Nowadays this practice is very (b) __________ - in hotels and restaurants and in almost all food (c) __________ . The adulterated foods are hazardous (d) __________ health. They cause many fatal diseases (e) __________ cancer, kidney failure, heart problems etc. The businessmen use harmful chemicals (f) __________ make their food items attractive and also to make quick profit. They are very greedy and do not think (g) __________ our health. We should be very careful (h) __________ buying foods and fruits. We should avoid taking (i) __________ foods. Public awareness should be raised and the govt. should take stern (j) __________ against the adulterators.
Ans: (a) something (b) common (c) items (d) to (e) like (f) to (g) about (h) in/about/while (i) adulterated/such (j) steps/actions
3. Make five meaningful sentences using parts of sentences from each column of the table below: 1×5=5
Bangladesh | is | a land of scenic beauty. |
It | is | famous for its natural beauty. |
The land | is | full of green trees. |
The rivers | flow | through the country. |
The people | are | very friendly. |
Ans: (a) Bangladesh is a land of scenic beauty.
(b) It is famous for its natural beauty.
(c) The land is full of green trees.
(d) The rivers flow through the country.
(e) The people are very friendly.
4. Complete the following text with right forms of verbs given in the box: 0−5×10=5
lead | be | follow | keep | take |
enable | observe | make | teach | bring |
Good manners (a) __________ an important part of our education. Our education (b) __________ incomplete if we do not (c) __________ good manners. In our behaviour with others, we must (d) __________ proper respects for them. We should have a sense of fitness in our conduct with others. We should (e) __________ that we do not hurt others by our words or deeds. It (f) __________ a man to (g) __________ a dignified life. One who (h) __________ good manners is a gentle man. Good manners (i) __________ about a sense of fellow-feeling and brotherhood. It (j) __________ us gentle and polite.
Ans: (a) form (b) remains (c) learn (d) show (e) see (f) enables (g) lead (h) has (i) brings (j) makes
5. Change the narrative style of the following text. 5
"My sons, listen to me," said the old man. "A great treasure lies hidden in the land. I am going to leave it to you." "How shall we find it?" said the sons. "You must dig the land for it." said the old man.
Ans: The old man told his sons to listen to him. He added that a great treasure lay hidden in the land and he was going to leave it to them. The sons asked him how they would find it. The old man replied that they had to dig the land for it.
6. Change the following sentences as directed in the brackets: 1×10=10
(a) English is an international language. (Interrogative)
(b) It is spoken all over the world. (Active)
(c) It is one of the most useful languages in the world. (Comparative)
(d) Without learning it, you cannot get a good job. (Compound)
(e) It helps a man to get a good job and earn more money. (Simple)
(f) So, everyone should learn English. (Negative)
(g) It is an easy language to learn. (Complex)
(h) Who does not know the importance of English? (Assertive)
(i) No other language in the world is as important as English. (Superlative)
(j) Let us try our best to learn it. (Assertive)
Ans: (a) Isn't English an international language?
(b) People speak it all over the world.
(c) It is more useful than most other languages in the world.
(d) Learn it or you cannot get a good job.
(e) It helps a man to get a good job to earn more money.
(f) So, none should neglect English.
(g) It is a language which is easy to learn.
(h) Everyone knows the importance of English.
(i) English is the most important language in the world. (j) We should try our best to learn it.
7. Complete the following sentences. 1×5=5
(a) Though he is poor, __________.
(b) As he is honest, __________.
(c) If you are honest, __________.
(d) He is so honest that __________.
(e) We should follow the man who __________.
Ans: (a) he is honest. (b) he is respected by all. (c) you will be rewarded in the long run. (d) he cannot tell a lie. (e) is honest.
8. Complete the text adding suffixes, prefixes or both with the root words given in the parentheses. 0⋅5×10=5
Life without leisure and (a) __________ (relax) is dull. (b) __________ (continue) work makes a man (c) __________ (active) and his life (d) __________ (pleasant). Leisure makes him fresh for work. But it should not be (e) __________ (spend) in idleness. It gives us (f) __________ (refresh) and makes our mind fresh. It is very (g) __________ (essence) for our life. It is also (h) __________ (harm) for us if we spend our leisure time without doing any (i) __________ (create) work. There are many ways to enjoy leisure time. We can spend it by doing gardening, travelling, fishing, reading, painting etc. This will give us pleasure and (j) __________ (entertain).
Ans: (a) relaxation (b) Continuous (c) inactive (d) unpleasant (e) spent (f) refreshment (g) essential (h) harmful (i) creative (j) entertainment
9. Make tag questions of these statements: 1×5=5
(a) I am a student, __________?
(b) My father is a teacher, __________?
(c) He teaches English, __________?
(d) He can speak English fluently, __________?
(e) He helps the poor students, __________?
Ans: (a) aren't I? (b) isn't he? (c) doesn't he? (d) can't he? (e) doesn't he?
10. Complete the passage using suitable connectors. 1×5=5
Honesty is a great virtue. (a) __________ we should be honest in our life. Honesty helps a man to succeed in life. An honest man is respected by all. (b) __________, a dishonest man is hated by all. (c) __________ we see that honesty is the best policy. So, we should be honest in our life. (d) __________ we can be happy. (e) __________ we can be successful in life.
Ans: (a) So (b) On the other hand (c) Thus (d) Then (e) And
11. Use capital letters and punctuation marks where necessary in the following text. 5
why are you putting the foods in your pocket why dont you eat asked the nobleman i am doing the right thing replied sheikh saadi my dress deserves these rich dishes
Ans: "Why are you putting the foods in your pocket? Why don't you eat?" asked the nobleman. "I am doing the right thing," replied Sheikh Saadi. "My dress deserves these rich dishes."
Part B-Composition
Marks-40
Answer to the Question No. 12
July 25, 2025
The Manager Human Resources Department A Private Company Dhaka-1215.
Subject: Application for the post of an 'Accountant'.
Dear Sir/Madam, In response to your advertisement published in "The Daily Star" on July 20, 2025, I would like to offer myself as a candidate for the post of an Accountant in your esteemed company.
I have completed my M.Com in Accounting from the University of Dhaka. I believe that my strong academic background, along with my understanding of modern accounting practices and software, makes me a suitable candidate for this position. I am a detail-oriented, honest, and hardworking individual, and I am eager to begin my professional career in a dynamic organization like yours.
My detailed curriculum vitae and other necessary documents are enclosed herewith for your kind perusal. I would be grateful if you would give me an opportunity to face an interview.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely yours,
Rony (Rony)
Curriculum Vitae of Rony
1. Name: Rony
2. Father's Name: Abdul Hamid
3. Mother's Name: Rahima Begum
4. Permanent Address: House 10, Road 5, Zindabazar, Sylhet.
5. Present Address: 35, Green Road, Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205.
6. Date of Birth: May 20, 2000
7. Nationality: Bangladeshi
8. Religion: Islam
9. Marital Status: Single
10. Contact No: 01711-223344
11. Email: rony.acct@email.com
12. Educational Qualifications:
13. Skills:
Language: Fluent in both spoken and written Bengali and English.
Computer: Proficient in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Tally ERP 9, and QuickBooks.
Professional: Strong knowledge of financial accounting, reporting, and auditing principles.
14. References:
Dr. Farhana Islam Professor, Department of Accounting & Information Systems University of Dhaka Contact: 01811-000000
Mr. Jamal Uddin Senior Accounts Officer, Pran-RFL Group Dhaka. Contact: 01911-000000
Signature: Rony (Rony)
Answer to the Question No. 13
July 25, 2025
The Headmaster
ABC High School
Sylhet.
Subject: Application for increasing the number of books in the school library.
Sir, We, the students of your school, beg most respectfully to draw your kind attention to the fact that our school library is not rich in books. The library is an essential part of our education, but the number of books available to us is very limited.
Our school library is a good place for studying, but it lacks many important reference books, storybooks, and books on science, history, and general knowledge. The books that are available are mostly old, outdated, and insufficient for the large number of students in our school. As a result, we cannot satisfy our thirst for knowledge and are unable to broaden our outlook beyond our textbooks. The lack of good books is hampering our studies and preventing us from developing a good reading habit.
We, therefore, pray and hope that you would be kind enough to take necessary steps to increase the number of books in our school library and oblige thereby.
Yours most obediently,
The Students of ABC High School.
Answer to the Question No. 14
A Street Hawker
A street hawker is a person who sells various goods by moving from one street to another. He is a very common and familiar figure in the cities and towns of our country. A street hawker does not have a permanent shop. He usually carries his products in a basket on his head, on a hand-pushed cart, or sometimes just in his hands. He sells a wide variety of items, such as toys, balloons, ribbons, cheap cosmetics, utensils, and food items like 'chanachur', 'jhalmuri', and seasonal fruits. To attract customers, he shouts the names of his goods in a loud and often sing-song voice. He tries his best to persuade passers-by to buy his products. The life of a street hawker is very hard and full of struggles. He works from morning till late at night, in the scorching sun and in heavy rain, just to earn a small amount of money to support his family. Though he works very hard, he lives in poverty. Despite his hard life, a street hawker provides a useful service by bringing various necessary things to our doorsteps at a cheap price.
Answer to the Question No. 15
The Game I Like Most
Games and sports are essential for a healthy and active life. They provide us with recreation, keep our bodies fit, and teach us valuable life lessons. There are many kinds of outdoor and indoor games, but among all of them, the game I like most is cricket.
Cricket is an outdoor game played between two teams, with eleven players on each side. It is played on a large circular field with a rectangular pitch in the center. The game requires a bat, a ball, and three stumps at each end of the pitch. One team bats to score runs, while the other team bowls and fields to get the batsmen out. The team that scores more runs wins the match. Cricket is a game of skill, patience, and strategy.
There are many reasons why I like cricket so much. It is a very exciting and thrilling game. The match is full of suspense, and the winner is often decided in the very last moments, which makes it incredibly enjoyable to watch and play. I am a great fan of players like Shakib Al Hasan and Mashrafe Mortaza. Their performance and dedication inspire me a lot. Every afternoon, I play cricket with my friends in our school playground. Playing the game makes me feel energetic and refreshed.
Cricket is not just a game; it is a passion for me. It has taught me the importance of teamwork, discipline, and how to handle both victory and defeat with grace. In Bangladesh, cricket is the most popular sport. It unites the entire nation. Whenever our national team plays, everyone supports them with great enthusiasm.
For all these reasons, cricket is more than just a game to me. It is a source of immense joy, inspiration, and national pride.
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