University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2012 - 2013 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit (2012-2013) – English Questions English English (Answer each question choosing the best option)  Answer questions 1-6 based on the following passage, There are some qualities of a sonnet that make it different from other verse forms. Its definite restrictions make it a challenge to the artistry of the poet and call for all the technical skills at the poet’s command. The more or less set rhyme patterns occurring regularly within the short space of fourteen lines tailored a pleasant effect on the ear of the reader and can create truly musical effects. The rigidity Of the form precludes too great economy or too great prodigality of words. Emphasis is placed on exactness and perfection of expression. The brevity of form favors the concentrated expression of ideas.   01. The author’s primary purpose is to  a. identify the characteristics of a sonnet  b. contrast different types of sonnets. c. criticize the limitations of the sonnets.  d. teach readers to compose proper sonnets    02. The word afford means_____. a. exaggerate   b. charge  c. able to pay   d. provide    03. The author’s attitude towards the sonnet form can be best described as one of  a. strong disapprobation b. effusive enthusiasm  c. scholarly appreciation d. amused toleration    04. The adjective of rigidity is _. a. rigor           b. rigid c. rigorous     c. rigidness    05. The word ‘brevity’ means_____. a. shortness      b. freedom c. conciseness d. permanence    06. What characteristics of a sonnet can create musical effects? a. form                     b. regular rhyme patterns  c. suitable words     d. verse form   07. If I had not intervened at the right moment, Jim____ arrested. a. may have been     b. can have been  c. might have been  d. could have been    08. The antonym of ‘dormant’ is __. a. latent         b. active  c. sluggish    d.torpid    09. The synonym of ‘pandemonium’ is __. a. order             b. calm c. commotion   d. peace    10. _____ is considered a serious crime. a. Shoplift           b. To shoplifting  b. Shoplifter       d. shoplifting    11. _____ resigned, we would have been forced to sack him. a. Had he not      b. He had  c. Has he             d. If he has not    12. If was so dark that the security guard could not see____. a. nobody      b. somebody c. anybody    d. none     13. Choose the correct sentence.  a.  The children were delighted by the monkeys swinging through the trees  b. Swinging of the monkeys through the trees, the children were delighted  c. The monkeys swinging through the trees, the children were delighted  d. Because of monkey’s  swinging through the trees, the children were delighted    14. ______ the rain, the cricket match was not cancelled. a. Due to b. Although       c. Despite of d. In spite of    15. The proposal was tentative means, the proposal was_____.  a. conclusive     b. indefinite     c. definite      e. timely    16. ______ is it difficult  dispose waste? a. Where, to, for   b. When, for, such  b. Why, with, in      d. Why, to, of    17. What do you ____ is the cause of air___? a. say, chief, pollution  b. consider, primary, scarcity  c. think, main, pollution d. count, only, filth    18. Choose the English translation of ‘সৌভাগ্যক্রমে পরের বাসে আমি উঠতে পেরেছিলাম।’ a. Fortunately I could get into the next bus  b. Fortunately, I managed the next bus  c. Luckily I entered the next bus  d. Luckily I rode the next bus    19. The word amenable means_______. a.  moveable b. durable  b. agreeable   d. answerable    20. Frequent badly____ academic progress. a. clouser, effect        b. closures, effects c. closures, affects     d. closures, affect    21. The antonym of ‘blasphemous’ is __. a. irreverent     b. respectful  c. rigid      d. frivolous    22. Some of my relatives have left ____ Canada ____ to find jobs. a. to, expectation    b. for, desire c. at, wishing d. for, hoping    23. I’d a blue bedcover a green one.  a. prefer, to      b. like, to  c. prefer, for   d. buy, in    24. Jerry said, I the axe . a. put down, slow b. brought down, carelessly  c. took away, now d. hit over, powerfully    25. In “I Wandered Lonely As a Cloud Wordsworth” compares the daffodils with _. a. the stars of the milky way   b. the waves  c. the trees  d. the milky way  ANSWERS Elective English (Answer each question choosing the best option)  Answer questions 1—7 with reference to the following passage.  The engraver, painter, and point William Blake (1757- 1827) was one of the most extraordinary figures of the Romantic period. As a child, he claimed to have seen a tree filled with angels, ‘bespangling every bough like stars. Blake went on to develop an intensely personal art that drew upon a range of literary, mythical, and biblical sources to expound a unique and mysterious vision. Born in London, Blake was first apprenticed to an engraver. And next, Blake made studies of London churches before studying briefly at the Royal Academy Schools. Here, however, he was not interested in painting in oil, -neither was he concerned with the academic work of Sir Joshua Reynolds or what the academy stood for. A supporter of} the French and the American revolutions, Blake turned his! back on organized religion, believing that only artists were} in touch with divine inspiration. In every way, Blake was an archetypal Romantic- individualistic, solitary, and out of step with the rational thinking that had become so influential in the second part of the 18th century. Imagination and creative process were what interested him; his art was a means to express the very intense nature of his revelatory experiences.   01. Which sentence is most applicable to Blake? a. Blake had a strange way of life b. Blake had diverse interests. c. Blake studied an extraordinary form of art d. Blake was a solitary man    02. blake saw angels in trees as a child because a. he was often drugged  b. he was in love with nature  c. he was a visionary  d. angels were in the painting    03. How did Blake view religion? a. He did not believe in God and religion b. For Blake religion was a matter of inner feeling c. He believed religion was determined by the church d. Blake was a strict follower of the English church    04. The word ‘archetypal’ means____. a. most typical     b. common  c. extraordinary   d. out of the way    05. ‘out of step’ mean _. a. lag behind      b. fed up  c. devoid of       d. not conforming    06. Blake’s art was an example of _ experience.  a. visual    b. religious c. troubled   d. highly subjective    07. The later part of 18th century was characterized by  a. romanticism         b. intense love for nature  c. reason and logic   d. love for religion    08. William Wordsworth collaborated with publish The Lyrical Ballads. a. Coleridge    b. Shelley  b. Tennyson d. Keats    09. Drama originated in the ancient Greece in the…….  century as a religious rite to worship_____. a. Zeus   b. Dionysus c. Gupid    d. Apollo    10. The word ‘cartography’ relates to  a. the process of making maps  b. the study of drawing cartoons  c. the science of carving  d. the study of carts    11. “I am a Jaw. Hath not a Jaw eyes? hath not a Jaw hands, organs….?”  Where is this from? a. King Lear               b. The Merchant of Venice c. The Jew of Malta    d. Volpone    12. Stating someone else’s ideas as one’s own without acknowledging the source can be termed as_. a. Plagiarism b. aphorism c. nepotism d. pasting   13. Choose the correct sentence  a. I like to swim, playing tennis, and ride b. I like swimming, play tennis, and ride  c. I like to swim, play tennis, and riding  d. I like to swim, play tennis, and ride    14. The Shakespearean phrase ‘green-eyed’ monster refers to _. a. lust b. jealousy c. greed d. ambition    15. The understand part in “She felt it was taking a hundred years to complete the exam.”is an example of  a. a simple    b. an understatement    c. a symbol    d. an hyperbole    16. What is the antonym of ‘evanescent’?  a. intelligent b. relevant c. transient    d. permanent    17. Choose the correct spelling.  a.  heterogenious     b. hetrogenrous c. heterogeneous d. hetarginous    18. If somebody is crestfallen, he/ she is _. a. dejected     b. injured c. insulted    d. humilated    19. “A black leg” is a person who a. is black b. is quarrelesome  c. is unpopular  d. works when his/her colleagues are on strike    20. The boys used to like ____ and ____ model aeroplanes. a. making, flying   b. to making, to flying c. make, fly            d. to make, to flying   21. The word ‘apparent’ is a/an _. a. noun    b. adjective    c. adverb    d. verb    22. Belief in one God is __. a. atheism    d. deism    c. monotheism    d. polytheism    23. “My love is like a red, red rose” is an example of a __.  a. metaphor b. simile   c. metonymy d. synecdoche    24. Choose the correct sentence.  a. Neither the students nor their teacher were present  b. Neither the students nor his teacher were present  c. Neither the students nor their teacher was present  d. Neither the students or their teacher were present    25. I ____a new house last year, but I _ my old house yet. a. have bought, have not sold  b. bought, did not sell c. bought, sold  d. bought, have not sold

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2011 - 2012 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit (2011-2012) – English Questions English Answer questions 1-8 based on the following passage.  Making judgments about people is a common feature of everyday life. We are continually evaluating what others say and do, in comments called for or not,  offering criticism and feedback informally to friends and colleagues about their behavior. Formal, institutional judgments figure prominently in our lives too. For  example people pass driving -tests, survive the probationary period in a new job, get promotions at work, succeed at ‘interviews, win Oscars for performances  in a film, win medals in driving competitions, and are released from prison for good behavior.   01.  “evaluating” means _. a.  recalling      b. tasting c. assessing    d. balancing   02. “called for” refers to _. a. asked for b. followed c. begged for  d. summoned   03. “feedback” stands for ____. a. encouragement b. opinion  c. entertainment     d. help   04.The term “institutional judgments” means____. a. official judgments b. set judgments c. stereotyped judgments d. judging institutions   05.In the passage we get mainly _ types of judgment.  a. Two     b. three c. four     d. seven   06.According to the passage judgment are __. a. seldom made   b. frequently made c. rarely made      d. discouraged    07.  “figure” stands for _. a. shape b. number  c. occupy    d. picture    08. “the probationary period” is the _ period. a. learning   b. trial c. leave        d. service   09.Which pair of words is synonymous? a. waste, trash b. reduce, rubbish c. recycle, destroy   d. conserve, consume   10. “Contaminate” means____. a. purify b. pollute c. corruption     d. think    11.Choose the correct sentence.  a. His hairs are not straight and curly b. His hair is not straight but curly  c. His hairs are straight and curly  d. His hairs are not straight but curly    12.The man down silently and ___ his food. a. sits, took b. sat, take c. sat, had taken   d. sat, took   13. “Niche” means______. a. surface   b. center c. edge        d. hollow   14.Camping usually provides facilities entertainment.  a. site, for      b. sight, in  c. sites, for    d. sites, at   15.She took me the hand and led me ___ the dais. a. at, over   b. in, on c. on, from  d. by, to   16._____ there any nursing schools in Chittagong? a. is, at       b. Are, on c. was, in   d. Are, in    17.Where_____ all the boys____? a. has, gone  b. neither, or c. did, went    d. does, go   18.The players are ____ tired ____ nervous. a. very, but    b. neither, or c. either, or d. either, nor   19.The team is disqualified,_____? a. isn’t it      b. wasn’t  c. hasn’t     d. does’nt it    20.The word substantiate is a/an______. a. verb     b. adjective c. noun    d. adverb   21.He got a __ of land _his village. a. lease, on         b. slice, into c. plot, through   d. lease, in   22. One of the of globalization is cultural____. a. effect, shock        b. affects, surprise c. effects, assault    d. effect, confusion   23.Choose the English translation of – তুমি কি কখনো কুয়াকাটা গিয়েছে?  a. Have you gone to Kuakata? b. Have you ever gone Kuakata? c. Have you ever been to Kuakata? d. Have you ever go to Kuakata?   24.In Shelley’s “Ozymandias” frown and sneer of cold command are seen on ____. a. the pedestal of the state  b. desert sar…..! c. two trunkless legs  d. shattered visage   25.The Taj Mahal is a/an____ monument of the _ century. a. Indian, 18th      b. Indian, 16th c. Moghal, 17th    d. Moghal, 15th ANSWERS Elective English Elective English (Answer each question by choosing the best option.) With reference to the passage given below answer questions 1-8.  As Pavlova’s bird body revealed itself on the scene; either immobile in trembling mystery or tense in the incredible are which was her lift, her instep stretched ahead in an arc never before seen. the tiny bones of her hands in ceaseless vibration, her face radiant, diamonds glittering under her dark hair, her little waist encased in silk, the great -tutu balancing quickening and flashing over her beating, flashing quivering legs, every man and woman sat forward, every pulse quickened. She never appeared to rest static, some art of her trembled, vibrated, beat like a heart. Before our dazzled eyes, we flashed with the sudden sweetness of a hummingbird in action too quick for understanding by our gross utilitarian standards in action sensed rather than seen. The  movie cameras could not record her allegro. Her feet and hands were photographed as a blur.   01.The passage is describing _. a. a bird named pavlova   b. confused c. a ballet because            d. a hummingbird   02.Movie cameras could not photograph Pavlova properly because a. she never remained still b. her movements were too quick c. the lights were not good  d. the photographer was inexperienced   03.The word “incredible” means  _. a. beautiful             b. superior c. hard to believe  c. hard to see   04. “She never appeared to remain static” means _. a. she never rested   b. she was never boring  c. she was restless   d. she was always moving   05. “our dazzled eyes” suggests that the audience_____ the performance. a. enjoyed   b. did not like c. were indifferent             d. could not see   06. “little bird body” is a____. a. simile                b. metaphor c. synecdoche d. personalisation    07. “gross utilitarian” stands for __. a. refined       b. united c. peculiar     d. ordinary    08.In the passage “allegro” means _. a. fast movement              b. fast music c. full-body   d. delicate figure   09. “Necromancy” relates to _. a. black magic        b. theology c. life after death    d. narcissism    10. “A white elephant” refers to a/an _. a. attractive thing                   b. elephant of white color c. useless expensive thing d. rare species    11.The antonym of nonchalant is _. a. needless     b. apathetic  c. concerned   d. beneficial   12.The musician who has just performed is a star _ the making.  a. by    b. on    c. at    d. in   13.A person who uses bitter language is ____. a. garrulous     b. acrimonious  c. discordant d. eccentric   14.The coach, as well as the players, responsible ___ the defeat. a. were, for b. was, for c. was, in d. are, for   15. “Frailty, thy name is woman.”  Is said by ____. a. King Lear     b. Othello c. Hemlet         d. King Duncan   16.I ____ on ____ it until you come. a. went, doing   b. shall go, do  c. am, doing      d. will go, doing    17.______ you drive, please? I don’t like _ at night.  a. will, drive   b. Can, to driving c. will, driving   d. Could, drive    18. when I my job, I to move to another flat. a. Changed, had    b. change, must c. changed, have   d. shall change, going     19.Jane Eyre was written by_____. a. Jane Austen         b. Charlotte Bronte c. Charles Dickens  d. Emily Bronte    20.The world ‘Hellenic’ refers to __. a. Halen   b. Divine c. Greek   d. Roman   21 Shakespeare did not write_____. a. All’s well that ends well   b. Measure for Measure c. Love’s Labours Lost         d. Caesar and Cleopatra   22.The synonym of “innocuous” is _. a. Innuendo      b. harmless b. caustic          d. innovative   23. “She is given to history” means she _. a. teaches history   b. loves history  b. beocomes historical d. over-dramatizes things   24.The word “succulent” is a/an____. a. adjective    b. noun c. adverb        d. verb    25.Choose the grammatically correct sentence.  a. his being there came as a shock to everyone b. He be there came as a shock to everyone c. He being there comers as a shock to everyone d. He being there had come as a shock to everyone

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2010 - 2011 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit (2010-2011) – English Questions English Read the paragraph and answer question 1-7.  Since a writer’s main purpose is to explain things clearly, description is an important aid. TO add liveliness to an essay, descriptive details are necessary to create a clear, unified impression of an object or a scene. As a technique in writing, description matches the kinds of details we see in vivid and effective photographs. Good descriptive writers help the reader to ‘see’ objects, scenes and even moods by means of language.   01.The most suitable title for the passage would be a. Importance of Description in Writing b. Good Writing c. Effective Language in Writing  d. Technique of Writing    02.A writer’s main purpose is to  a. express himself            b. discuss his ideas  c. explain things clearly   d. show things precisely    03. “unified impression” means a. single thought     b. diverse thoughts c. single image d. complete image    04. Which mode is adopted by a successful writer? a. descriptive       b. argumentative  c. photographic   d. symbolic    05. “Liveliness” in the paragraph stands for __. a. clarity         b. charm c. vividness    d. attractiveness    06. “description” should be like _ a. photographic details   b. nature  c. a picture                      d. a painting    07.What helps a writer to make his writing interesting? a. precision       b. description  c. objective       d. rationality    08. “Land me your ears” means  a. let me check your ears  b. let me whisper into your ears  c. listen to me  d. come close to me    09.I ____ to meet you ever since I read your first novel. a. hope   b. have hoped  c. have been hope d. am hoping    10.What part of speech is ‘extraordinary’?  a. noun         b. verb c. adjective d. adverb    11.The driver stopped the car just ____ time to avoid a collision.  a. at b. by c. of d. in    12.Choose the proper translation of আমি যদি তোমার জায়গায় হতাম a. If  I were in your shoes  b. If I was in your condition  c. If I was in your situation  d. If I was in your place    13.Choose the correct sentence : a. Neither of the roads lead to the railway station b. Neither of the roads leads to the railway station c. Neither of the roads are leading to the railway station d. Neither roads are led to the railway station   14.There is _ hope of his recovery. a. many     b. little c. very       d. few   15.Noise pollution cannot be ,____. a. easy, avoid        b. easily, avoided  c. easily avoid      d. easier, avoided    16.He is ____ punctual ____ efficient. a. neither, but      b. very, but c. either, or          d. neither, nor    17.Frequent closures of universities badly _ academic progress.  a. affect b. effect c. effects    d. damages    18.How many engineering ____ ____ there in Bangladesh? a. university, is                 b. universities, are  c. universities, is              d.  University, are    19.I will not go _ I am invited. a. because b. lest c. unless      d. otherswise    20.She could have been more discreet, ____. a. didn’t she?     b. can’t she? c. won’t she?     d. couldn’t she?   21.Have you ever____ ___ Sundarbans? a. looked, on, to     b. travelled, within, forest  c. seen, or, been     d. been, to, the    22.Which two things of nature does Robert Herrick find similar to human beings and daffodils? a. rising sun, moon  b. summer’s rain, mornings dew c. spring, summer  d. hasting day, even song    23.Education ____ our mind. a. shrinks       b. emoboldness c. enlightens d. ennobles    24.In Shelly’s   “Ozymandias”  the words, ‘My name is Ozymandias,  king of kings’ are inscribed  on  a. the visage of the statue b. the pedestal of the statue c. the hand of the statue d. the sand of the antique land    25.In “ Under the Greenwood tree” the tree refers to____ a. nature b. forest c. sun        d. a big tree ANSWERS Elective English (Answer each question by choosing the best option.)  Read the following passage carefully and answer questions 1-7 The art of asking oneself critical questions that lead either to new answers or to genuine revitalizing of old answers may not be entirely amenable to instruction. But it is a necessary art nonetheless, for any person who wants to be free. It is an art that all philosophers have tried to pursue, and many of them have given direct guidance in how to pursue it. Needless to say; it is an art the pursuit of which is never fully completed. No one thinks for himself or  herself very much of the time or in very many subjects- Yet the habitual effort to ask the right  critical questions and to apply rigorous tests to our hunches is a clearer mark than any other of an educated person.   01.The word ‘critical’  in the paragraph means  a. disapproving   b. dangerous  c. important        d. uncertain    02. ‘revitalizing’ means a. making important  b. imbuing with new life  c. renewing  d. innovating    03. ‘amenable’ to instruction means a. capable of being trained  b. unable to be trained  c. unwilling to be trained  d. eager to be trained    04. The word ‘hunch’ means a. knowledge   b. push  c. hump           d. intuition    05.According to the passage, philosophers are  a. important  b. not important  c. sometimes important  d. sometimes misguiding    06. In the passage the word ‘art’ is used to mean  a. an aesthetic object b. an ability  c. a quality                  d. intelligence    07. According to the passage an educated person  a. has the right ideas b. knows the right questions  c. asks questions and test his/her ideas d. is important to society    08. “A laconic speech” is a. a piece of advice    b. an angry speech  c. a sermon d. a concise speech   09. Readers who have eclectic tastes in literature  a. read strange books  b. read a wide variety of books  c. read books on just one topic  d. do not read books  10. “Raj wasn’t the paragon of virtue Rashida had expected” means a. Rashida was disappointed in Raj  b. Rashida was happy with Raj  c. Rashida was not disappointed in Raj d. Rashida approved of Raj  11. Choose the one which does not fit in a. sonnet  b. ode c. stanza d. elegy  12. ‘impermeable’ means  a. that which cannot be permitted  b. not lasting long c. hard to break d. not allowing a liquid to pass through  13.I saw ____ one-eyed man begging for alms. a. lonely b. a c. an d. only 14. “To be or not be, that is the question”  occurs in ____. a. Macbeth   b. King lear c. Othello d. Hamlet  15. “War and peace” was written by- a. Chekhov b. Gorky c. Tolstoy     d. Dostoyevsky  16. What does “note of dissent” mean? a. disagreement b. agreement  c. consent            d. postponement  17.Travellers ____ their reservations well in advance if they want to fly during the holidays. a. had better to get    b. had to get better c. had better get        c. had better got  18.The Canterbury Tales is as alive and _ today as it was nearly 600 years ago. a. appealing b. fruitful  c. repelling c. enhancing  19.The antonym of “indictment” is- a. harangue b. eulogy  c. tired          d. punishment  20.Which ane does not fall into the same category. a. Rosalind    b. Ophelia  c. Cordelia    d. Desdemona  21.The synonym of  “equivocation” is a. fairness        b. evasion c. imprecation d. equality  22.The boy said, “I ____ starve than beg.” a. better             b. would better c. would rather d. rather  23.The word “anthropology”  is related to  a. music b. philosophy  c. the study of mathematics d. the study of mankind  24.A ‘Canto’ is a. an act of a play               b. a part of a play c. a chapter of a novel        d. a division of an epic  25.A ‘Protagonist’  is  a. the clown in a play b. the villain in a play  c. the leading character in a play d. the director of a play

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2009 - 2010 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit (2009-2010) – English Questions English Read the paragraph and answer question 1-7:  As a child I used to consider gardening a boring chore just for ‘grown-ups’ even though I did love  being in gardens myself playing and walking, touching and sniffing. Over the years, I have learned  how to enact the noun ‘garden’ into the verb ‘to garden’,- As I have moved jobs and houses. I’ve  temporarily taken over small town patches, suburban yards and overgrown cottage gardens. I’ve looked through seed catalogues and borrowed tools. I’ve had some success, made loads of mistakes and am still learning a lot. Now as I look out of my window with great pleasure into the country garden below, I see the primroses that have done well and the weeds that I should do something about   01. The word “patches” means: a. pieces of land       b. huts c. covering objects   d.shabby places   02. ‘the weed that I should do something about’ means a. the garden should be cleared off weeds  b. the weeds have to be watered  c. the weeds should be pruned  d. the weeds should be looked after    03. The words  “loads of mistakes” stand for a. gross errors        b. number of mistakes  c. mane mistakes   d. grave mistakes    04. “Over the years” means- a. with the passage of time  b. after a few years  c. when the years ended  d. beyond the years.   05. “I should do something about” means- a. The writer’s attitude towards gardening remained unchanged  b. The writer never took any interest in gardening  c. The writer became interested in gardening  d. The writer decided to do gardening    06. The word “done” in “well-done” means. a. finished              b. grown  c. properly made    d. smelt    07. The words “boring chore” mean a. wasteful effort   b. absorbing thought  c. tiresome job   d. an interesting work    08. Give the proper translation of  “এ বছর খুব শীত পড়েছে।” a. It is so cold this year  b. Much cold has fallen this year  c. It is a very cold year  d. It is very cold this year    09. Do you know the solution ____ this problem? a. in     b. for  c. on    d. to    10. “Apple of discord” means a. object of dispute b. an attractive object  c. disagreement        d. a valuable object    11. Show your ticket,_____ you will not be allowed to enter. a. unless     b. lest     c. otherwise    d. till    12. She likes to fantasize _ winning the Red Crescent lottery. a. with       b. about  c. after      d. on    13. After____ brief period_____ suspense,the inspector finally spoke. a. the, in      b. a, on c. the, at      d. a, of    14. The phrase ‘give a hand’ means a.  to help              b. to stay  c. to shake hands d. to extended one’s hand    15. For the boys the task was easy. a. weren’nt they? b. didn’t they? c. isn’t it?              d. wasn’t it?    16. Choose the correct spelling. a. irresistible                 b. irresistable  c. iresistble                     d. iresistable    17. “He has left the country for good” means  a. he has left the country for his own good b. he has left the country for foreign goods c. he has left the country permanently  d. he wants to buy good things.   18. By the sentence, “I saw deeper into the clear well of his eyes” the writer of Jerry means. a. she saw the tears in his eyes  b. she saw the shine in his eyes  c. she could see the defects in his eyes  d. she could read his character well     19. They_____ in never-ending _. a. started, show b. shone, laughter  c. grow, row       d. stretched, line    20. “Who doth ambition shun” means a person who- a. has no ambition b. hates ambition  c. gives up ambition d. who is ambitious    21. “Hasting day” in “To Daffodils”  means a. fast day           b. quiet day  c. finishing day   d. hurriedly passing day    22. The line “I wandered lonely as a cloud” is an example of a. a metaphor b. an allegory  c. a simile       d. a symbol    23. The underlined words in the line “The lone and level sands stretch far away” are  a. nouns     b. adjective  c. adverbs d. verbs    24. “Chapman’s Homer” in On first looking into Chapman’s Homer” by Keats means a. Chapman’s translation of Homer  b. Chapman’s idea of Homer  c. Chapman’s understanding of Homer  d. Chapman’s biography of Homer    25. In the poem “Ozymandias” who calls Ozymandias “king of kings?” a. The traveller b. The speaker  c. Other kings    d. Ozymandias himself  ANSWERS Elective English Read the following passage carefully and answer questions 1-7   The nineteenth-century French until Sainte-Beuve believed that to understand a writer it was necessary to know as much as possible about the exterior man, the details of life, It is a beguiling method, using the man to illuminate the work. It might seem unassailable, But Proust is able very convincingly to peek it apart. “This method of Sainte-Beuve, Proust writes, ‘ignores what a very slight degree of self- acquaintance teaches us: that a book is the product of a different self from the self we manifest in our habits. in our social life, in our vices….” Those words of Proust should be with us whenever we are reading the biography of a writer or the biography of anyone who depends on what can be called inspiration. All the details of life and the quirks and friendships can be laid out for us, but the mystery of the writing. No amount of documentation, however fascinating, can take us there. The biography of a writer – or even the autobiography – will always have this incompleteness.   01. The word “beguiling” means a. deceptive b. attractive c. clever       d. foolish   02. The words “The man” stand for a.  the particular writer under study b. Sainte-Beuve c. the eritice  d. the characteristics of human beings    03. The word“quirks” means a. foolish behavior  b. vices c. foolish jokes       d. idiosyncrasies    04. The phrase “to pick it apart” means  a. to take it up again b. to prove it wrong  c. to separate              d. to differentiate    05. “Those words of Proust should be with us” means a. we should remember what Proust said  b. we should read what Proust wrote  c. the words of Proust are indisputable  d. we must take Proust as our guide    06. according to Proust, it is ____ to know the writer’s life to understand his/her work. a. not essential b. essential  c. good              d. useless    07. The writer of the passage agrees with a. Sainte-Beuve b. neither Proust nor Sainte-Beuve c. Proust d. both critics    08. Pick the odd one out. a. Macbeth b. Hamlet c. Lear         d. Antigone    09. The Government has offered him a job, but he wants to sleep on it. It means  a. He wants the job but wants some time before deciding  b. He is thankful to the Government. but declined the offer  c. He wants the Government to change the terms and conditions  d. He does not want the job     10. Lutfar says that Farida has a motley group of friends at university.  a. Lutfar approves of Farida’s friends. b. Lutfar disapproves of Farida’s friends. c. Lutfar is unconcerned about Farida’s friends. d. None of the three.     11. The antonym of “pertinent” is a. disagreeable    b. irreverent  c. imprtinent       d. inappropriate    12. ____ by nature, Chandan spoke very little even to his own family. a. Tactiturn     b. Garrulous  c. Equivocal    d. Arrogant  13. The peasants were the leasta of all people, bound by tradition and by superstitions.  a. enfranchised, rejected b. free, fettered c. enthralled. tied d. conventional, encumbered    14. Which of the following pairs match “virulence, innocuous”? a. pretentious, harmful  b. reprehensible, animosity  c. acrimony, animosity  d. epidemic, widespread     15. “Paid” does not rhyme with a. aid        b. said  c. spade   d. weighed    16. The word “efficacy” is a/an a. adjective   b. adverb c. verb          d. noun    17. The word “ecological” is related to  a. atmosphere   b. deforestation  c. pollution       d. environment    18. The expression not to be put out means a. not be angry   b. impatient  c. morose           d. exhusted    19. “Everyone eulogized the godfather”. means everyone ____ the godfather.  a. ridiculed      b. criticized c. extolled       d. flattered    20. “Aestheticism” relates to a. existence of God       b. semantics c. appreciation beauty d. hedonism    21. The teacher told _ to leave. a. he and me                b. him and me  c. him and I to leave   c. he and I to leave    22. Don Quixote is the ____ hero of Cervantes’ novel as his name is mentioned in the title. a. well-known b. eponymous  c. foolish          d. adventurous    23. If she had practiced more ____. a. she will perform better b. she had performed better c. she would have performed better d. she might have perform better   24. To “put one’s foot down” means to __. a. stand up   b. stand without help c. insult some d. take a firm stand    25. By 2020, I ____ for this company for 20 years. a. will be working     b. will work  c. will have worked d. am working

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2008 - 2009 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2008-2009 ) – English Questions English English (Answer each question by choosing the best option)  Read the passage and answer questions 1-7:  English-speaking people have never been really homogeneous in their use of the English language.  Today, if you travel extensively in the British Isles, you notice differences in pronunciation and vocabulary from shire and shire, or even if your ear is good enough, from town to town. In London alone, you can find tremendous diversity in the varieties of English. Jn the United States, likewise, the language differs somewhat from place to place and from one social “class” to another. Many New Yorkers don’t pronounce words as Chicagoans do, and in Denver, people don’t sound like those in Chicago. In some parts of the Southwest, Spanish influence shows up in the vocabulary; elsewhere, Germans and others have affected the English language.   01.Choose a suitable title for the passage a. Langauges b. Dialects  c. English in the U.K and U.S.A d. Accents   02.The word  “homogeneous” means a. divers b. homely  c. correct d. uniform    03.The word  “from shire to shire” stand for  a. from country to country  b. from province to province  c. from state to state  d. country to country     04. “The British Isles”  are  a. The United Kingdom  b. The United States  c. England  d. Scotland and Ireland    05.Where can we find “Spanish influence”?  a. in the southwest of U.S b. in English  c. in pronunciation d. else where    06.The word ‘extensively’ is- a. noun b. an adjective  c. an adverb d. none of A, B and C    07.The word “tremendous” means a. terrible b. shocking c. great d. excellent    08.The day laborer depends………. His day’s earnings………. survival. a. at, with b. on, for  c. to, at d. in, for    09.Your mood seems to be very meditative this evening Here “meditative” means a. gleeful b. desperate  c. thoughtful d. stem   10.Choose the correct spelling.  a. pnemonia b. nemonia  c.nemonea d. pneumonia   11.In the sentence,  “the man is a mad dog.” “ mad dog”  is an example of a/an a. smile b. metaphor  c. assonance d. alliteration    12.The word “niche” means. a. staute b. proper place  c. humble d. confusion    13.It is difficult to get rid……………. all the…………….  a. of, refuse b. from, animals  c. by, rubbish d. with, filth    14.Global warming my have a……….  effect on life. a. pollutant b. industrious  c. disastrous d. destruction    15.The phrase  “by all means” means a. meaningful b. uncertainly  c. by hook or crook d. certainly    16.Choose the translation of the sentence. “গত চার দিন যাবৎ সে জ্বরে ভুগছে।”   a. He has been suffering from fever for the last four days. b. He had fever for the last four days. c. He has sufferd from fever for the last four days. d. He has fever for the last four days.      17.Which sentence is correct?  a. He casted his vote for you  b. He offered his vote for you  c. He cast his vote for you  d. He dropped his vote for you    18.The automobile’s exhaust system _____ foul-smelling fumes. a. attracted b. condensed  c. neutralized d. emitted    19.What lies half sunk in the sand in Shelley’s “Ozymandias”  a. broken staute b. two trunkless legs  c. an ancient palace d. broken head of a statue    20.In the lines “Here shall he see/No enemy taken” from “Under the Greenwood  tree” “Here” stands for a. nature b. the greenwood tree  c. open space d. hunting ground    21.Much have I…….. in the…….. of gold a. desired, area b. gone, stores  c. looked, field d. traveled, realms     22.In the line “Tossing their heads in sprightly dance.” The word “sprightly” is a/an a. adjective b. adverb  c. verb d. noun    23.The last line of  “To Daffodils”  is  a. Ne’er to be seen again  b. Vanish like summer’s rain  c. Ne’er to be found again  d. As quick a growth to meet decay    24.The word “jocund” in  “I wandered Lonely as a cloud” means  a. comic b. merry  c. ridiculous d. funny    25.According to your English text, Polynesian fire walkers  a. are able to make a spectator walk on fire  b. teach the spectators how to use magic  c. do not belive that they are under any magical spell  d. cannot make any spectator walk on fire.    ANSWERS que  01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans  b d d d a c c b c d b b a que  14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans  c c a c d d b d a c b a

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2007 - 2008 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2007-2008 ) – English Questions English Read the passage and answer questions 1-4:  Giving a presentation can be a worrying prospect, Nervous about the audience’s importance, some  speakers read from a prepared text. Such occasions are rarely a success. A reader finds it difficult to engage with an audience in the way that an unscripted speaker can. When you read, your eyes are, much of the time, turned down towards your script and thus away from the audience. You do not make eye contact and cannot be properly aware of the way in which your listeners are responding to your words.   01. Choose a suitable title for the passage. a. Problems of Presentation  b. Reading and Talking  c. Stage fright  d. Of Talkers and Listeners    02. ‘engage with an audience’ means a. to make contact with an audience  b. to invite an audience  c. to make an appoint with an audience  d. to encourage an audience    03. Who is an unscripted speaker? a. A speaker whose name is not in the script  b. An unlished speaker  c. A speaker withput a written text d. A speaker with no trust in script   04. “rarely a success”  means  a. always a success b. often a success c. nerver a successs d. eldom a success   05. The test is going well. We…….. any problems. a. didn’t have  b. havan’t had c. might have  d.couldn’t have   06. What is the synonym of “incredible”?  a. unlikely          b. unthinking  c. unacceptable d. unbelievable    07. A fisherman earns his livelihood_____ catching and selling fish. a. by      b. for c. at d. in    08. He dress formally to work but he always ___. a. Has not to, has  b. does not have to, does  c. has got to, would not d. does not require to, would    09. The best translation of the sentence- “সমস্যাটি যথাযথভাবে সমাধান করা হয়েছে।” a. The problem is solved as per direction. b. The problem is finished properly  c. The problem has been solved in a befitting manner  d. The problem is solved in a proper way    10. It was ___ funny; I ___ stop __. a. too, cannot, laughing too b. tpo, had not, to laugh  c. very, could not, laughing  d. very, would not, to laugh    11. “Subterfuge” means- a. deception   b. smartness c. very clever d. frank    12. “Squander” means  a. improve    b. solve c. travel d. waste    13. I am to the town to do some _. a. coming, working      b. going, shopping  c. sending, shopping    d. going, buy    14. They gave me a form and told me to —- a. fill on       b. fill in it  c. fill on it    d. fill it in    15. She tried to be serious, but she couldn’t help- a. laughing     b. to laugh  c. laugh          d. that to laugh    16. You should not take me for______. a. wanted      b. granted c. required d. settled    17. The line’s busy, do you want to ___? a. hold up       b. hold along c. hold firm    d. hold on    18. ‘Epitome’ means a. very strange  b. a perfect example of something  c. beauty    d. architecture   19. It has been over three centuries __ Shahjahan….. the Tajmahal. a. ago, build     b. when, has built  c. since, built   d. years, dreamt    20. I will write down the phone number ____ I forget a.if                        b. unless c. even though d. in case       21. In the past a large quantity for jute ____ from Bangladesh.  a. were being exported b. exported c. was exported                 d. were exported    22. In ‘I wandered Lonely as a cloud’  The daffodils gave the poet- a. a great deal of pleasure b. very pleasure c. many pleasure d. much pleasure   23. According to your English text, English is the official or  semiofficial  language in a. less than 50 countries b. more than 80 countries c.  more than 100 countries d.  more than 60 countries   24. In ‘Ozymandias’ the poet says,  I met a traveler____ an _ land. a. by, old             b. going, ancient  c. from, antique d. passing, antique     25. It is known the Toy Train. a. popularly, as b. popularly, by c. popular, at     d. often, from   ANSWERS que  01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans  a a c d b d a b c c a d b que  14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans d a b d b c d c a d c a

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2006 - 2007 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2006-2007 ) – English Questions English (Choose the best option to fill in the blank space/ spaces or complete the sentence where necessary).  Read the passage and answer questions 1-4: Throughout human history, nearly all people were close to the soil. Therefore their lives were  profoundly affected by the alternation of winter and summer, by the coming and going’ of the full moon, and by the pattern of rain and drought and the annual harvest. Steadily the ever-expanding city replaced the countryside as the home of most of the world’s people, and the big cities now have dwarfed the biggest city of several hundred years earlier. In 1995 at least 25 cities each held more than seven million inhabitants.   01. In the passage the word ‘dwarfed’ means- a. were smaller than   b. made look smaller c. are comparable to d. are not are big as    02. ‘Steadily the ever-expanding city replaced the countryside as the home of most of the world’s people’ means- a. gradually the cities destroyed the village  b. gradually the cities took up all the space occupied  c. gradually more people started living in cities than in villages  d. people loved city life     03. The word ‘drought’ is closest in meaning to- a. flood                    b. occasional rain c. rainless period     d. storm     04. According to the passage the lives of the people were- a. greatly influenced by nature  b. little influenced by nature  c. somewhat influenced by nature  d. were not influenced by nature    05. He hates ___ the phone and very often lets it ___ a. attending, off b. answering, ring  c. ring, off d. holding, ring   06. Too many cooks………  the broth. a. spoiling     b. spoil  c. made         d. brewed    07. The closest meaning of the word ‘progressive’ in the sentence “prof. Chowdhury is a progressive man.” is- a. prosperous       b. has progressed  c. aggressive       d. open to changes    08. I found it difficult to convince the ticket inspector that I __ my ticket. a. had lost              b. will lose  c. have been lost   d. have lost    09. Ever since I ___ to move to Dhaka, I __ whether the decision  I took was the right one. a. decided, had been worrying b. have decided, shall worry  c. decided, worried  d. decided, have been worrying      10. By this time next month,  the government resigned. a. would have    b. will have c. will                d. have    11. They wouldn’t let my sister in the theatre because she was_____ age. a. below     b. small c. under     d. young    12. I can’t quite ____ out what is written on the board. a.  make      b. read  c. under d. fulfill    13. Which figure of speech do you find in the expression  I wandered lonely as a cloud? a. metaphor       b. personification c. simile            d. imagery    14. These grapes _____ sour. a.  tasting          b. are tasting c. tastes             d. taste    15. He learned to read and write quite _ in his life. a. lately              b. late c. latest              d. taste   16.A basket of apples __ been sold. a. has          b. have  c. having    d. haven’t    17. Choose the correct spelling. a. asurance            b. assurance  c. assurence          d. asurrence    18. What does the sentence,  It is too cold to go swimming mean? a. One should go to swim when it is  b. The weather is not to swim when it is too cold  c. One should not go swimming in cold weather  d. The weather is not suitable for swimming     19. Which word does not describe someone’s mood? a. angry               b. upset c. clever              d. happy   20. What is the best translation of the sentence: “সে তার ভাইয়ের মতো লম্বা নয়?” a. He is not as tall like his brother  b. He is not tall enough  c. He is not taller than his brother  d. He is not as tall as his brother    21. Choose the antonym for the word “hostile”. a.  indifferent        b. friendly  c. rude                   d. inimical    22. Had he __ anything he would have told me. a. known              b. knowing  c. knew                d. knowledge    23. I took ___ walking, hoping __ lose some weight. a. to, at        b. for, to  c. in, to       d. to, to      24. “sprightly dance” in Wordsworth’s poem on the “daffodils” refers to- a. lively dance       b. new dance  c. jocular dance d. shaky, dance   25. Which characteristic quality did M.K Rowlings find in jerry? a.  honesty          b. bravery  c. integrity          d. have lost    que  01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans  b c c a b b d a a b c a c que 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans  d b a b d c d b a d a c   ANSWERS

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2005 - 2006 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2005-2006 ) – English Questions English Read the following passage and answer questions 1-5:   Two great centuries of civilization under the Roman Empire were Rome itself in the West and Byzantium (present-day Istanbul) in the East. The arts had reached supreme heights in the first century DC But when Rome fell to invading barbarian’s acts and the Dark Ages submerged most of Europe for hundreds Of years. A large part of the Empire was gradually restored under King Charlemagne in the late and early ninth centuries. and the culture of Byzantium, u}tieh had continued to flourish. began to filter through to the   01. According to the Passage,  the culture of the Roman Empire was destroyed by- a. During 100BC        b. civil war c. religious conflicts   d. an act of invasion    02. Which of the following statement is true? a. Roman culture continued to flourish during the Dark ages  b. Byzantium fell to the invading barbarians  c. Byzantium culture continued to flourish during Dark ages  d. Byzantium was destroyed during the Dark ages   03. In which of the following periods had the arts developed greatly? a. During 100BC b. During 101DC c. Before 100BC d. During 1BC    04. The empire was greatly re-established ___. a. in the Dark ages  b. because of Byzantium culture c. by King Charlemagne d. in the 1st century BC    05. In the passage the word ‘submerged’  means  a. engulfed b. pushed underwater  c. joined             d. rose    06. Which of the following is not correct?  a. huggest      b. tallest  c. largest d. biggest    07. Choose the proper option to fill in the blank in the sentence,  ‘If rains, we ____ ludo’. a. would play       b. will play  c. played              d. would have played    08. Many intellectuals suffered martyrdom during the Liberation War. Here “martyrdom” stands for  a. threat of death      b. confinement  c. death                     d. imprisonment    09. Choose the suitable option to fill in the gap in the sentence given below: When Musa finally arrived at the concert, he suddenly realized that he __ his ticket at home. a. left l         b. was leaving  c. had left     d. has left    10. Which of the following does not add ves in the plural form? a. wife      b. roof  c. wolf      d. shelf    11. The adjective of the word “mountain” is  a. mountinal    b. mountainous  c. mountic       d. mountainly    12. Choose the correct spelling. a. persiverrence       b. perseverance  c. preserverence      d. persivearence   13. Choose the correct option for the blank space. After __ threatened by the miscreants, he filed a case with the police.  a. being       b. having being  c. been        d. having been    14. Choose the best translation for the sentence “আমরা ছোটবেলা থেকে ইংরেজি শিখছি।” a. We learn English from our childhood  b. We are learning English since our childhood  c. We have been learning English since our childhood d. We have been learning English from our childhood   15. Choose the proper option to fill in the blank spaces: I prefer______ what I like even though it ____ not having much money. a. to doing, mean b. doing, means  c. to do, may            d. doing, mean    16. Choose the proper option for the blank space in the sentence,   One  must follow __ conscience a. individual’s b. One’s  c. right                d. personal    17. Choose the antonym for the word  ‘reckless’.  a. careful               b. thoughtless c. submissive        d. provocative    18. Choose the correct option to fill the blank space in the sentence : “There is ___ on the riads today.” a. too many traffic      b.  very much traffic  c.  too much traffic d. few traffics    19. Choose the best option to complete the sentence : “The greater the demand,______?” a. higher the price      b. the higher the price  c. the high the price   d. lower the price     20. Complete the sentence with the suitable option. “She often visits her home town,_______?” a. hasn’t she         b. don’t she  c. doesn’t she       d. has she    21. Select the appropriate option to fill in the blank space. We opted ___ a reconciliation ____ the dispute. a. in, to b. with, at  c. for, to         d. for, of    22. The word “lucrative” means a. good looking   b. oily  c. professional           d. profitable    23. “Visage” in Shelley’s “Ozymandias” refers to – a. body        b. sculpture  c. statue      d. face    24. In Robert Herrick’s “To Daffodils” apart from human beings, what other things are short lived? a. summer and winter b. summer and rainy season  c. flowers and animals  d. summer and morning dew    25. In R.K. Narayan’s  Under the Banyan Tree  Nambi narrated only those stories which he a. read in the books         b. heard from people  c.made up in his head d. saw in his dream    ANSWERS que  01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans  d c d c a a b c c b b b d que  14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans  c b b a c b c d d d d c

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2004 - 2005 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2004-2005 ) – English Questions English Read the following passage and answer questions 1-5: A rain forest, as the term suggests, is a kind of wooded area, subject to unusually heavy and frequent rains. Found only in the tropical or subtropical regions of the Caribbean, Brazil, Africa. and Asia, rain forests contain a great variety of trees including bamboo, palm, cedar ebony, calabash, and whitewood. Many of these trees grow to a height of more than a hundred feet, with dense canopies or crowns characteristically forming three distinguishable stores. Although ground flora is sparse, climbers of all kinds abound and often exotic flowers appear inconspicuously in the thick foliage.   01. Choose a suitable title for the passage.  a. Trees and rain forest b. A Dream region c. The Rain Forests       d. Forestry    02. ‘Wooded area’ means a. area full of woods b. area that looks wooden c. forest area              d. forest wood    03. “dense canopies or crowns” means ___. a. thick branches of trees b. crown-like top of trees  c. coarse leaves in crown form  d. rough branches of trees    04. The word ‘climbers’ means  a. ladders                     b. mountaineers  c. those who climb      d. creepers    05. ‘inconspicuously’ stands for  a. not easily noticeable b. impossible to find  c. unusually  d. naturally     06. What does  ‘wander’ means? a. surprise b. miracle  c. tread           d. walk aimlessly   07.Choose the appropriate preposition to fill in the blank. This is a difficult question ____ answer. a. for        b. to  c. with     d. in    08.Choose the synonym of ‘serene’ a. severe b. dark  c. calm       d. serious    09.The frown on the man’s face showed that he was displaced. In the sentence ‘frown’ can be replaced by a. A look fear        b. look of anger  c. look of delight d. look of surprise    10.Fill in the gap with the proper option.  Muslin was a fabric ___ by the famed weavers of Bangladesh. a. woven        b. weave  c. wove          d. had weaved    11.His appeal ____ mercy was rejected.  a. to b. for  c. on          d. with    12.Fill in the blank with suitable preposition. She has dealt ___ the problem nicely. a. with        b. in c. to d. on    13. My father will discipline me for my actions. Here ‘discipline’  means  a. reward        b. reproach  c. raprove d. punish    14.My father does not like terrorism and ___. a. neither I do b. neither do I  c. I do                    d. I do either    15.Choose the best option to fill in the blank: ‘Teachers dislike _ the examination routine as much as students do. a. changing b. change  c. having change    d. to be changed    16.Choose the suitable option to fill in the gap: The tiny print on the poster is ___ small to be read easily. a.  so b. much c. very d. too    17.select the right option for the blank space. If forests are destroyed, wild animals __ their natural habitation  a. loses           b. will have los c. will lose     d. lost    18. Choose the correct translation of the sentence “আমি ১৯৮৫ সালের ১ জানুয়ারি জন্মগ্রহণ করেছি।” a.I have been born in January 01, 1985 b. I was born on January 01 ,1985 c. I born on January 01 ,1985 d. I was born in January 01 ,1985   19.Choose the correct spelling.  a. repition b. repeatation  c. repeatton d. repetiton    20.Complete the sentence, He bought a new car because his old one _ own. a. broke            b. had broken  c. has broken d. was broken    21.Choose the correct sentence.  a. I need a few furniture b. I do not need many furniture c. I do not need some furniture d. I need some furniture    22.Verb of the word justification is – a. justice b. justify  c. justifiable    d. justifiably    23.Select the best option to fill in the blank – if I had seen it, I __ you about it. a. will tell          b. had told c. would tell d. would have told    24.What is the major attraction of life as expressed in “under the greenwood tree”? a. no people b. rich nature c. no enemy     d. singing birds    25. “Jocund company”  in Wordsworth “I wandered lonely”  as a cloud refers to- a. a friend b. a group of men who stood by  c. waves         d. daffodils    ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 c a b c a d b c b a b a d 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   b a d c b b d d b d c d

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2003 - 2004 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2003-2004 ) – English Questions English Read the ing passage and answer questions 1-5:   Waiting is very annoying. exhausting, and time-consuming- writing to buy books at the college store is a cramp/e Of a very long and tiresome task. I need to buy books, and so does everyone else This causes the lines to be very long. Most Of the time find myself leaning against the wall daydreaming. Sometimes even leave this and hope to come back when the store is extremely busy. But that never works because everyone else seems to get the same  idea. So I finally realize that just have to wait. Another experience is waiting for a ride home from school or work. My ride always seems to be the last car to pull up in the parking lot. When I am for a ride, I wonder what it would be like to own a car or if / would ever make home. ‘Vailing in line at a fast-food restaurant is also annoying because. if it is fast shouldn’t have to wait. But in reality, it is never fast, spend a good deal of my time buying a burger or a chicken fry By the time being handed over the food. Feel hunger. or sometimes I find my appetite totally gone. Anyway, shouldn’t complain. because waiting  just seems to be a part of life, so I might as well   01. What could be the most appropriate title for the passage? a. A bitter experience       b. The reality of life b. waiting             d. Consequence of Waiting   02. How many examples does the writer use in the paragraph to support the main idea? a. one               b. two c. three               d. four   03. Which of the following adjectives is not used to describe the main idea in the paragraph?  a. irritating                    b. tiresome c. time-consuming       d. annoying   04. Which of the following information is probably true about the writer?  a. He/she has a car b. He/she has a car, but doesn’t knoe how to drive c. He/she will soon own a car d. He/She uses public transport   05. Which of the following best describes the writer’s attitude to waiting?  a. Approving           b. Disapproving c. Rational             d. Irrational   06. text book এর পুরাতন সিলেবাসের প্রশ্ন।   07. The synonym of ‘impromptu’  is a. extempore           b. prepared c. improper              d. direct   08. The antonym of ‘plaintiff’  is- a. complainant          b. defendant c. sorrowful                d. witness   09. The word ‘irrevocable’  in the sentence, ‘Lead poisoning in the city is causing irrevocable harm to our children’  means  a. irrelievent            b. irresistible c. irreparable           d. irreplaceable   10. Choose the appropriate preposition: He was angry_______ me for losing the book. a. upon               b. at c. with               d. for   11. Choose the proper word: I would frown _ that sort of snobbish attitude.  a. aginst              b. upon c. down              d. with   12. Verb of the word ‘simplification’ is – a. simply              b. simplicity c. simplistic            d. simplify   13. Choose the proper word to complete the following sentence.  He stopped his car __ when the light turned red  a. abruptly         b. ambiguously c. equityably           d. incisively   14. Choose the right option for gap. Give her a telephone number to ring _ she gets lost. a. unless              b. whether c. perheps             d. in case   15. Choose the correct spelling: a. questionere          b. questionaire c. questioneer          d. questionnaire   16. Select the appropriate option for the blank space: When we arrived at the shop, we noticed that someone __ onto the place. a. had broken          b. broke c. had been breaking     d. would break   17. Which one of the proper tag question in, He always lags behind __? a. won’t he       b. can’t he c. didn’t he       d. doesn’t he   18. Select the best option for the blank space: Advocates of the death penalty claim that it __crime a. deters         b. encourages c. spreads        d. diffuse   19. Choose the best translation of the sentence, “তুমি বরং তাকে এখানে পাঠাও” a. You send him here b. You better send him here c. You better send him here d. You rather send him here   20. Choose the best translation of the sentence: “They were at dagger’s drawn.” (ক) তারা ছুরি বের করেছিল (খ) তারা উন্মুক্ত ছুরির কাছে ছিল (গ) তারা ঘোর বিবাদ্মান অবস্থায় ছিল (ঘ) তারা শত্রু ছিল   21. Choose the right option for the sentence :  “The use of pictures ___ speaking tests ___ common.”  a. in, is         b. to, was c. on, were       d. of, is   22. Choose the correct sentence. a. When there is chaos in society the economy of the country do not develop. b. The economy of the country will not develop if ther is chaos in the society c. Economic conditions does not improve when there is chaos in the society. d. The economy of the country will not be develop when the is chaos in the society.   23. Choose the correct option.  Although he felt very ___ he smiled ____ a. angrily, friendly c. angry, friendly c. angrily, in a friendly d. angry, in a friendly way.   24. Choose the correct sentence.  a. If I found a bag in the street, I will take it to the police. b. If I found a bag in the street, I’d take it to the police. c. If I found a bag in the street, I took it to the police. d. If I found a bag in the street, I’ll be taking it to the police.     25. Select the best option: The dog is barking. It _ a terrible noise a. makes                                          b. made c. is making                                     d. has made   ANSWERS que 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans c c a d c — a b b c b d a que 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans d d a d a d c a b d b c

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2002 - 2003 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2002-2003 ) – English Questions English The practice of Naturopathy can be traced back to over I OOO years to the time of Hippocrates. is known as the father of medicine (460 BC to 357 BC), He considered diseases to be an effect imbalanced in such natural elements as air. water. sunshine and nourishment.  As the suggests, Naturopathy is the treatment or prevention of disease Without drugs. using therapies like changes in diet and lifestyle. It is based on the belief that the body is self-healing and has the ability to repair itself and recover front illness if in a healthy environment. Naturopathy also deems that the power to restore health lies not in drugs but in nature. The modern medical system. on the other hand. depends on drugs; it treats the symptom and suppresses the disease, but often does little to ascertain the real root of the problem. Naturopathy seeks to find the cause often symptoms and then treats it as natural changes based on individual requirements. According to this type of therapy, physical problems are invariably a result of emotional imbalances caused by the stress of modern life Yet another cause of diseases is the accumulation of waste and toxins in the body. Consequently. u basic foundation of Naturopathy is that the mind. body and soul are interconnected and cannot be treated in isolation.   01. All of the following are true of Naturopathy except: a. Naturopathy is an ancient medical system b. Naturopathy gives stress to diet c. Naturopathy is based on the study of patient’s symptoms d. Naturopathy considers modern lifestyle to be a root of physical problems 02. The body is self-healing under which condition? a. When it is free from toxins b. When it has not been polluted by drugs c. When it has not been affected by emotions d. When it is in a healthy environment   03. The word ascertain could be best replaced by: a. paertain                                      b. dertermine c. conclude                                     d. retain 04. According to the passage,  the main difference between the system of medical practice is that- a. the modern medical system ignores environmental causes b. the modern medical system does not always examine the root cause of the disease c. the modern medical system looks at the emotional imbalance of a patient d. the modern medical system belives that a balanced life can prevent illness 05. ___ can be grown on arid land. a. Only little crop                                          b. Only a little corps b. Only few crop                                           d. Only a few crops 06. A from of natural therapy or Naturopathy as described here would be: a. undergoing an operation b. taking a course of antibiotics c. changing how you live and what you eat d. taking a second opinion 07. text book এর পুরাতন সিলেবাসের প্রশ্ন। 08. The passive from of “The storm damaged the banyan tree is best expressed in______.” a. The storm resulted in the of the banyan tree b. the banyan tree was damaged by the storm c. the banyan tree damaged was a consequence of the storm d. The storm led to the damaged of the bayan tree   09. The  baby ___ since morning. a. cries                                                      b. has cried c. has been crying                                    d. have been crying 10. What is the correct past participle form of draw? a. drew                                                             b. drewed c. drawn                                           d. deawed 11. The word survival is a noun. What is its verb form? a. survey                                          b. service b. survive                                         d. swerve 12. Text book  এর পুরাতন সিলেবাসের প্রশ্ন? 13. Choose the appropriate preposition: The ambassador called __ the president. a. at                                                   b. upon c. back                                              d. out 14. Fill in the blank with the suitable word: The flood did not ___ us that much, thank goodness. a. affected                                      b. effect c. effecting                                      d. affect 15. Which one of the following is the best translation in the Bangla of the sentence  “They had hardly spoken all evening?” a. তারা সারা সন্ধ্যা কঠিন কঠিন কথা বলল b. তারা কঠিন সন্ধায় কঠিন কথা বলল c. তারা সারা সন্ধ্যা প্রায় কোন কথা বলেনি d. তারা সারা সন্ধ্যা প্রায়ই কথা বলেছে 16. Which of the following word has been misspelt? a. borrower                                                    b. occurs c. recurs                                                           d. procures 17. In the sentence “ The characters in this novel are fictitious,” The underlined word means a. identifiable                                                 b. not real people c. believable                                                   d. symbolic 18. Among the followings, the word that does not rhyme is __. a. due                                                                b. few c. new                                               d. who 19. The appropriate tag question for the blank in ‘You forgot my birthday, ___’ is a. haven’t you?                                             b. didn’t you ? c. aren’t you?                                                 d. wouldn’t you? 20. Choose the correct spelling: a. enclyopadia                                               b. eccyclopidia c. encylopidia                                                 d. encyclopedia 21. text book এর পুরাতন সিলেবাসের প্রশ্ন। 22. No confusion of the grammatical subject occurs in a. Young and inexperienced, the task seemed ease to me b. Young and inexperienced, it seemed to me to be ease task c. Young and inexperienced, I thought the task easy d. Young and inexperienced, it was an ease task for me 23. Translation into English the sentence “জামাল খুব অল্প কথার মানুষ “ a. Jamal speaks little b. Jamal does say many things c. Jamal uses very words when he speaks d. Jamal is a man of few words 24. It’s been raining all morning and I’m sure it’ ll go ___ all afternoon as well. a. on rain                                         b. on to rain c. on raining                                   d. raining 25. The winner will be selected at random. a. by testing                                    b. by interviewing c. by chance                                   d. by competition    ANSWERS que  01 2 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 ans c d b b d c * b c c c * b que 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   ans d b b b d b d * c d c c

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2001 - 2002 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2001-2002 ) – English Questions English Read the passage carefully and answer questions 1-6: Most of us take life for granted. We know that one we must die, but usually, we picture that day as in the future. When we are in buoyant health. death is all but unimaginable. We seldom think of it. We go about our petty tasks. hardly aware of our listless attitude toward life. It is the same old story of not being grateful for what we have until we lose it, of not being conscious of health until we are ill. I have often thought it would be a blessing if each human being were stricken blind and deaf for a few days at some time during his early adult life. Darkness would make him more appreciative of sight; silence would teach him the joys of sounds.   01. According to the writer we do not play attention to life because a. We think life is meaningless b. We are too tired  c. We give more  d. We do not realize the value of life    02. What does it stand for in “we seldom think” of it?  a. death         b. life c. health        d. sight    03. Why will be a blessing for people to become deaf and blind for a few days? a. To punish them for their sins b. to help them understand the deaf and the blind  c. to help people appreciate the benefits of sight and sound d. to bring darkness and silence in the world   04. Why does the writer mean by all but unimaginable? a. It is almost impossible to imagine death b. It is not possible to imagine death c. Death dose not exist  d. We should try to imagine death      05. “Buoyant health” means  a. poor health           b. excellent health c. to be unhealthy    d. recovering from illness   06. The main purpose of this passage is to – a. frightens people  b. draw attention to blindness c. remind people of death d. make people appreciate life   07. Choose the correct sentence: a. The thickness of the books vary b. The thickness of the books is very c. The thickness of the books varies d. The thickness of the books is vary     08. The English equivalent of “ অবিচল” is – a. quite b. unmoved c. frank   d. sincere    09. Put in the affirmative, ‘We did not remember this name,’ would stand best as- a. We had no memory of his name  b. Time erased his name from our minds c. Forgetfulness surrounded his name from our minds d. We forgot his name   10. I don’t have __ spare time these days. a. many b. much c. some    d. more    11. Finish the sentence If there had been a concert today,_____. a. I would certainly go b. I have certainly gone c. I would certainly have gone d. I will certainly go   [Q. 12-14 text  book এর পুরাতন সিলেবাসের প্রশ্ন ]   15. Hello, Bashir. I didn’t expect to see you today. You said you __ill. a. are   b. were c. was d. should be   16. No spelling error occurs in a. Resturant      b. Restaurent c. Restaurant    d. Restrant    17. We couldn’t buy anything because __ of the shops were open. a. all         b. no one c. none     d. nothing    18. By  2010, I _ for this firm for 15 years.  a. will be working      b. will work  c. have worked           d. will have woreked    19. Translate it into Bengali the sentence  “She delivered a talk on philosophy to the Society”  would stand best as  a. তিনি সমাজের সম্মুখে দর্শনের কথা প্রকাশ করলেন। b. তিনি সমাজের কাছে দর্শনের বক্তব্য প্রকাশ করলেন। c. তিনি মানব সমাজের কাছে দর্শনের কথা বললেন। d. তিনি সমিতির সামনে দর্শন বিষয়ক একটি বক্তব্য দিলেন।   20. It is one street when the sun is shining, another street in rain, and another under the full moon. How many streets are mentioned here? a. two      b. three c. one      d. none    21. Which phrase contains words opposed to each other in meaning?  a. hopes aspirations b. heat and warmth  c. reproduction and death d. bullets and bayonets     22. Choose the word that is the opposite of ‘relaxed’ a. tensed     b. easy  c. happy     d. contented    23. I was tired that night. I __ wood all morning  a. was cutting   b. had been cutting c. had cut           d. cut   24. He could not find his pen, so he started _ it. a. looking for     b. looking after c. looking at       d. looking about    25. Do you think she is married? She _____ be ; she hasn’t got a ring on her fighter. a. can      b. can’t  c. must    d. must’t   ANSWERS ans  01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 que d a c a b d c b d b c — — ans 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   que — b c d d c c c a b a d

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - B (Kha) Unit Admission Question 2000 - 2001 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU B Unit ( 2000-2001 ) – English Questions English Read the passage carefully, then answer questions 1 to 8 according to the information given in the passage. Strange spaces of silence seem to separate one period of activity from another. There was Sapho anda little group of women all writing poetry on a Greek island before the birth of Christ. A long silencefollowed. Then about the year 1,000, we find a certain court lady writing a very long and beautiful novel in Japan. But in England in the sixteenth century, when the dramatists and poets were most active, the women were dumb. Elizabethan literature is exclusively masculine. Then, at the end of the eighteenth century and at the beginning of the nineteenth century. we find women again writing— this time in England-with extraordinary frequency and success. 01. ‘Silence’ relates to- a. peace                                           b. general inactivity c. writing                                         d. noiselessness   02. ‘Spaces’ means- a. open skies                                  b. gaps c. long distances                           d. horizon   03. ‘Activity’ refers to- a. business                                      b. interaction c. operation                                    d. writing   04. ‘Exclusively’ means- a. mainly                                          b. solely c. exactly                                          d. chiefly   05. ‘certain’ means- a. little known                               b. unspecified c. famous                                         d. unknown   06. ‘Frequency’ is a- a. noun                                             b. adverb c. adjective                                     d. verb   07. ‘Dumb’ means- a. inability to speak                                     b. gentle c. did not write anything                           d. remained indoor   08. ‘masculine’ means- a. manly                                                           b. very strong c. of male writers                                         d. of brave people   09. Finish the sentence: If there was a concert today ___ a. I would go                                                   b. I would be going c.  I would have gone                                  d. I would be going   10. The correct translation of  ‘সাকিব সুন্দর গান গাইতে পারে’ is a. Sakib can sing nicely b. Sakib can sing good c. Sakib can sing well d. Sakib is a good singer   11. Jashim looks sick. a. He has suffered from fever for the last three days b. He has been suffering from fever for the last three days c. He has suffered with fever for the last three days d. He has been suffering with fever for the last three days   12. Which of the following words is misspelt? a. Receive                                        b. Belief c. Deciet                                           d. Preview   13. Which phrase contains words that are opposite to each other in meaning? a. death and dishonor                                b. beauty and youth c. conflict and resolution                           d. chastity and purity   14. Finish the following sentence: “If there is a will, -“. a. there is a way b. there must be ways c. there is no problem d. there should be will power to   15. Choose the word closest in meaning to anxiously: a. worriedly                                    b. unhappily c. slowly                                           d. hesitantly   16. Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate preposition: Is there anything good ____ television this evening? a. for                                                 b. upon c. in                                                    d. on   17. Choose the word that means the opposite of ‘reluctantly’. a. unwillingly                                  b. not willingly c. eagerly                                         d. not eagerly      18. Which sentence is correct? a. Not looking where he was going, a car hit him b. Not looking where he was going, a car had hit him c. Not looking where he was going, he was hitted by a car d. Not looking where he was going, he was hit by a car   19. Choose the most appropriate word: 2a equals 10, and ____ a equals 5. a. eventually                                                  b. thus c. therefore                                                    d. thereby   20. Which one of the following sentence is correct? a. One of my friends are a lawyer b. One of my friends is a lawyer c. One of my friend are a lawyer d. One of my friend is a lawyer’s   21. What is the meaning of doubtful in the following sentence? Because of a long ‘drought,’  farmers are doubtful about the prospect of a good yield. a. fearful                                                          b. pessimistic c. debating                                                      d. uncertain   22. The passive of “who taught you French?”  is a. By whom you were taught French b. By whom French was taught you? c. French was taught you by whom? d. By whom were you taught French?   23. The wedding guest stood and listened to the Ancient Mariner because a. the Mariner was very insistent b. the guest was frightened by the Mariner’s appearance c. the guest felt pity for the old Mariner d. the mariner spoke very strangely     24. Which one of the following statements is wrong? a. Jerry was a honest b. Jerry was a liar c. Jerry was very hard-working d. jerry invented a story about his mother   25. In ‘The Ancient Mariner’  the ship of Death carried away a. all the dead sailors                  b. the souls of the cruel sailors c. the souls of the dead sailors d. all the sailor except the old sailor   ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 b b d b c a c a a c b c c 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   a a d c d c b d d d b c

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2018 - 2019 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation English Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow (1 – 5)  The earth is about 4.5 billion years old, and during its life, the climate has changed quite often and the planet has experienced as Ice Age, warming , and everything in between. Scientists agree that the Earth’s average temperature has increased by about 1.8° F over the past 200 years. It may not sound like a big change, but it will influence the earth. The earth is covered like a greenhouse, which is used by some farmers, florists, and others to grow plants. A greenhouse is a glass-covered building that absorbs the heat from the sun it is usually very hot. Of course, the earth is not covered with glass, but the greenhouse effect refers to the retention of the greenhouse gases. The  greenhouse glass include mostly carbon dioxide ,methane, and nitrous oxide. These gases (instead of glass) act as a blanket for the earth,helping to keep the earth warm enough to support life at an average temperature of about 50 F.  An increase in the greenhouse gases the earth to become warmer. Think of it as a heavier blanket. The ‘blanket’ is created by the gases released into the atmosphere when fossil fuels – such as oil, coal, and natural gas – are burned.     1. A suitable title of the passage is–    A) Global climate    B) The long history of earth    C) The problem with fossil fuels   D) The greenhouse effect   2. According to the passage, the Ice Age came  A) As an effect of global warming   B) After 4.5 billion years of earth’s life  C) When greenhouses were built  D) Early in earth’s life  3. The greenhouse gases  A) Cover the earth with a blanket of glass  B) Sharply increase earth’s temperature  C) Keep the earth warm to sustain life  D) Reflect the sun’s rays to the earth’s lower atmosphere    4. A greenhouse is where A) Plants are grown in a protected atmosphere  B) Plants are grown at 59F  C) Farmers grow plants because its is green  D) Carbon dioxide protects plants and flowers  5. In the past 200 years?  A) The earth has seen an Ice Age, warming and everything in between  B) The earth has become very hot like a greenhouse  C) The earth has become a warmer place  D) Fossil fuels have been used for making greenhouses    Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions (6 – 9)    6. My best friend Mazhar is named ____ his great grandfather.  A) after B) to  C) about D) from    7. The committee has arrived _____ a decision.  A) at B) on  C) in  D) to  8. Economists divide resources _____ four categories.  A) on B) into  C) for D) with  9. I think he is familiar _____ this subject .  A) to B) for  C) of D) with  Fill in the blanks with appropriate words (10 – 13)      10. Money seems to be the primary ____ for most people.  A) effect B) hope  C) motivator  D) aspect      11. The young entrepreneur as well as her sales team members _____ praise.  A) deserve B) deserves  C) has deserved D) deserving  12. The doctor suggested that the patient____ weight  A) would lose B) lost  C) loss D) lose  13. It was a very ____ situation.  A) embarrass B) embarrassing  C) embarrassed D) embarrassment    Choose the pair that expresses a relationship similar to the one expressed by the capitalized  pair ( 14 – 15)  14. Dog : Leash ?  A) Belt : Buckle B) Cow : Tether  C) Bird : Cage D) Bicycle : Chain    15. Brush : Painting  A) Piano :Sonata           B) Body : Dance  C) Typewriter : Novel D) Chisel : Sculpture      16. Choose the correctly spelt word :  A) Accelarate B) Accelerate  C) Accelerrate D) Accilaratc  17. Which of the following sentences is correct?  A) Paper is made of wood  B) Paper is made from wood  C) Paper is made by wood  D) Paper is made on wood  18. The word ‘Euphemism’ means-  A) Stating one thing like another  B) Description of disagreeable thing by an agreeable name  C) Contrast of words made in the same sentence  D) A statement made emphatic by overstatement   19.choose the antonym of the word ‘NOTABLE’ A) Considerable B) Famous  C) Insignificant D) Provocative    20. Choose the synonym of the word ‘FAIR’   A) Share B) Status  C) Unjust D) Impartial    ANSWER Answer  1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 D D D A C A A B D C 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 B D B B D B B B C D

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2017 - 2018 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit (2017–18) – English Questions (1–15) English Read the passage below and answer the questions that follow ( question 1- 5)  The loss of environment purity is the price that we pay for many of the benefits of modern technology. We now have cars and buses on our roads and highways , but we risk sufferings from smoke and dust – indeed diseases. We have to build factories and expand our cities, but in the process our forest lands are shrinking, which is reducing our wildlife. Many countries use nuclear power, but there is always the risk of radiation. by increasing agricultural production with fertilizers, we pollute our water bodies. The highly developed nations of the world are not only the immediate beneficiaries of the good that technology brings; they are also the first victims of past, the environmental effects which accompanied technological progress were limited to small areas, but in our time, the new hazards are really widespread Today’s air pollutions , for example, cover vast areas of the world and can cause health problems for millions.     1. According to the passage, modern transportation –  A) reduces the number of the wild animals  B) exposes  passengers and drivers to radiation  C) cause biological disasters  D) increases the risk of diseases    2. The passage emphasizes that modern technology-  A) is an unmixed blessing  B) has caused serious hazards to life   C) has produced powerful chemicals  D) has benefited highly developed nations  3. A ‘beneficiary‘ is someone who –  A) benefits others B) misuses benefits  C) benefits from an investment   D) derives advantage from something  4. Air pollutions now are –  A) widespread and short – lived  B) not widespread  C) responsible for health problems  D) limited in their effect  5. According to the passage  the increasing use of fertilizer is responsible for –  A) abundance of food  B) disturbance  in the ecological system  C) disturbance is the weather patterns  D) water pollution  Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions ( questions 6 – 9)  6. When she parted ___ her parents, her eyes were full of tears.  A) from B) to  C) of D) off  7. The new government took ___ last year.  A) over B) after  C) upon D) out  8. Javed was acquitted ____ the charge of theft.  A) on B) from  C) of D) about  9. Can you tell the difference ____ butter and margarine ?  A) over B) with  C) between D) in  Fill in the blanks with appropriate words ( questions 10 – 13)  10. The person who has committed such an ____ crime should be severely punished.  A) uncharitable B) abominable  C) unkind D) unworthy  11. He failed in the examination because his answers were not ____ the questions?  A) revealing of B) allusive to  C) referential of D) pertinent to  12. The  art of cooking ____ in ancient India.  A) Is perfected B) will perfect  C) were perfected D) was perfected  13. The poor man said ‘I _____ starve than beg.’  A) rather B) would  C) would rather D) better did    Choose the pair that expresses a relationship similar to the one expressed by the capitalized pair ( questions 14 – 15)  14. SAW : CARPENTER   A) Wagon : Farmer B) Painter : Color  C) Cloth : Tailor D) Scissors : Barber  15. EGG : OMELET  A) Flour : Cake B) Rice : curry  C) Fish : Water D) Banana : Ice cream  16. Find the correct spelling :   A) Lieutanent B) Lieutenant  C) Leftenent D) Leiutenant   17. Which sentence is grammatically correct ?  A) Our printer’s don’t work too good.  B) I introduced him to one of my friend. C) Coming back home he found his key not anywhere.  D) Ask for assistance from someone around you.  18. The meaning of the idiom ‘a dime a dozen’ means –  A) something common B) something very rare  C) something we need D) something very costly  19. The antonym of ‘harmonious’ is –  A) discordant B) disrespectful  C) amicable D) ruthless  20. The synonym of ‘intrepid’ is –  A) coward B) indifferent  C) fearless D) arrogant  ANSWER ✦ Answers with Explanations ✦ 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 D B D C D A A C C B 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 D D C D A B D A A A

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2016 - 2017 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit ( 2016-2017 ) – English Questions ENGLISH Read the following passage and answer (questions 1- 5)   We know that all species are important for maintaining ecological balance. If one is lost, the whole natural environment changes. In order to protect the environment from being spoiled, we should protect our wildlife. The good news is that many countries are now taking action to protect their endangered wildlife. George Laycock, author of several books on wildlife, writes: Mankind must develop a concern for wild creatures and a determination that wild species will not perish. We should save the earth’s wild creatures to save ourselves. To be kind to mankind.    1. Ecological systems are usually ______.  A) sustainable B) naturally beautiful  C) constant  D) stable equilibrium  D) changing over time    2. Why are countries now taking action to protect their endangered wildlife?  A) to protect the forests  B) to protect the food chain  C) to protect the environment  D) to  protect natural beauty  E) to protect the diversified wildlife    3. What do you mean by ‘ecological balance’?  A) balance of nature B) balance of wildlife  C) balance of forests D) balance of mankind  E) balance between mankind and wildlife    4. What can we achieve by ‘being kind to  animals’ ?  A) protect wildlife B) save ourselves  C) diversify  D) preserve natural forest  E) bring a balance    5. Mankind must develop concern for wildlife creatures_____ save themselves.  A) to B) for  C) by  D) of     E) despite    Fill in the blanks with appropriate words (questions 6 – 11)   6. In such a ____ grouping, a wide range of talent must be expected.  A) formal B) healthy C) heterogeneous D) casual E) homogeneous    7. The type of clothing people wear tells others a lot about ____.  A) What they are B) who they are  C) Who are they D) they are E) when they are    8.  Clothing made by Bangladeshi workers are _____ by millions of consumers around the world.  A) clad B) wore  C) dressed D) worn E) wrapped    9. He gave up _____ cricket when he got married.  A) of playing B) playing  C) To play D) play E) played    10. I wish I _____ a queen.  A) was B) is  C) are D) am E) were    11. They remain _____ compared to other citizens with higher levels of unemployment and lower wages.  A) disadvantage B) advantage  C) advantageous  D) disadvantaged E) disadvantegous     Choose the correct prepositions (questions 12- 17)  12. We often go for fishing _____ the river.  A) on  B) in  C) inside D) around E) of    13. Which of the following word is spelt correctly?  A) exaggerate B) exagerate C) exaggerrate D) exaggerate      E) exeggerrate   14. I am writing this essay _____ blue ink.  A) in B) with  C) by D) from E)  on    15. The synonym of ‘severe’ is:   A) cut B) harm  C) mischief D) unite E) extreme    16. The antonym of ‘divulge’ is :  A) reveal  B) reprimand  C) admonish D) conceal E) cure    17. Cyber attacks are much easier to carry out than to defend _______ .  A) against B) about  C) after D) at E) down    18. Select the correct passive form of : we insist on punctuality in this office.  A) It is to be insisted that punctuality should be in this office  B) Punctuality should be insisted in this office  C) Punctuality be insisted in this office  D) Punctuality is to be insisted on this office  E) Punctuality is insisted on in this office    Find the correct sentence ( questions 19 – 20 )   19. A) The intruder stood quietly for few moments.       B) The intruder stood quietly for few times.        C) The intruder stood quietly for sometimes.        D) The intruder stood quietly for moments.       E) The intruder stood quietly for few moments .    20. A) If i find a bag in the street, I take it to the police.       B) If i find a bag in the street, I take it to the police.       C) If i find a bag in the street, I would take it to the police.       D)  If i find a bag in the street, I will be taking it to the police.        E) If i find a bag in the street, I had to take it to the police.    ANSWERS 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 D C A B A C B D B E 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 C B A A A D A E E A

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2015 - 2016 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit ( 2015-2016 ) – English Questions ENGLISH Read the following passage and answer questions 1- 5 :  Many young people know that conservation is necessary. Boy scouts in many countries study man and nature. These ‘conservation volunteers’ spend their spare time planting trees, building bridges, and so on. Some girls in a town in United States cleaned the banks of their river, and a group of boys in a village in Bangladesh mended a wooden bridge on a canal and cleaned the canal of debris. Actors, singers and writers in many countries have spoken about conservation. The popular English rock band, the Beatles and the singer Cliff Richard, have made records on conservation. The money from the sale of the records has helped conserve wild animals.    01. Choose the appropriate title for the passage above :  A) Saving Man and Nature  B) Man and Animals  C) Cleaning River Banks and Canals  D) Conservation Volunteers  E) Singer, Writers and Actors    02. What do Boy Scouts pursue?  A) They look after animals  B) They mend bridges on canals  C) They study man and nature  D) They plant trees  E) They clear river banks     03. What is common between the girls in United States and the boys in Bangladesh?  A) They live in two different countries   B) They do voluntary work  C) They work as cleaning experts  D) They do conservation work to pass exam  E) They work at conservation full time    04. What did the Beatles and Cliff Richard achieve ?  A) They made records  B) They popularized their genre  C) They helped conserve wild animals  D) They conserved nature and wild animals   E) They made a lot of money    05. ‘Spare time’ means  A) Make time B) Extra time  C) Siesta time D) Extended time E) Too much time    Find the correct sentence (Questions 6 – 7)  06. A) She had faith in and hopes for the future.        B) She had faith and hopes for the future.       C) She had faith and hopes in the future.        D) She had faith and hopes in future.        E) She had faith for and hopes future .   07. A) She was interested in both plants and animals.       B) She was interested both in plant and animals.       C) She was interested both in plants but also in animals .       D) She was interesting in both plants and animals.        E) She was interested in plants, animals, both.    08. Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to that expressed in the pair FISH : SCALES   A) plane : wings B) bird : feathers  C) cat : claws D) snake : fangs E) song : notes    Fill in the blanks with appropriate words (Questions 9 – 12)  09. _______ all his attempts to solve the problems, he failed.  A) After B) Because  C) Before D) Despite E) During    10. We were _____ friends in that strange country.  A) among B) upon  C) looking D) between E) into    11. My dog is smarter than______  A) their B) theirs  C) your D) her E) we     12. Let your _____ be your guide.  A) information B) conscience  C) data  D) hands E) legs    13. ‘He hardly works’ In this statement ‘hardly’ means –  A) very hard  B) rather  C) perhaps D) rarely E) remarkably    14. Find the synonym of the word ‘ Collapse’   A) Miracle B) Wonder  C) Rise D) Debacle E) Lapse    15. Find the antonym for the word ‘Infatuation’ :  A) Apathy B) Fascination  C) Love D) Interest E) Likeness    16. Which of the following word is spelt correctly?  A) Restaurant B) Restaurent  C) Restaurant D) Resorent E) Restourent      Choose the correct prepositions (Questions 17 – 19)  17. He lives ______ his sister’s money.  A) with B) for  C) on D) from E) of    18. We were surprised ______ his failure. A) for B) about  C) at D) of E) on    19. He died ____ illness.  A) of B) on  C) by D) with E) in    20. What does the word ‘Obese’ mean?  A) Fat B) Slim  C) Healthy D) Emaciated E) serious    ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 C C E D C A A B D A 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 B B D D A A C C A

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2013 - 2014 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit ( 2013-2014 ) – English Questions English 01. The people of Quebee have been considering ______ themselves from the rest of Canada.  A) to separate B) separating  C) separated D) separate E) to be separated    02. ‘A piece of cake’ means  A) A task that can be accomplished very easily  B) A very mild punishment  C) A result that is still unclear and can go either way  D) A hidden or secret strength  E) A kind, innocent and mild mannered person    03. A dolphin ______ a porpoise in that it has a longer nose.  A) different B) differs  C) different from D) differs from E) differs than    04. Identify one of the underlined words or phrases that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct :   He (A) made me sit down, (B) and he was tying the string of the new (C) rubber apron tightly (D) around my neck, and (E) combed up hair.    05. Taking the time to eat a good breakfast is a simple way to make the morning _____  and the day ______ .  A) best , easiest B) case , easy  C) easy , easier D) better , easier E) well . at ease    06. He was happy to be _____ friends.  A) between B) middle of  C) along D) into E) among    07. While going to the class _______ .  A) the dog bit me B) a dog bit me  C) a dog bite me D) i was bitten by a dog  E) a dog had bitten me    08. Despite the lack of evidence, politicians _______ blaming the media for violence.  A) cannot resist B) will not have resisted  C) may not resist D) should not resist  E) do not resist    09. Which one of the following words is spelt incorrectly?  A) repercussions B) exemplification  C) sausage D) cigarettes E) grammatical    10. Choose the correct preposition : Do you know the solution _____ the economic crisis?  A) at B) for  C) on D) to E) about    11. The antonym for ‘delicious’ is:  A) appetizing B) scrumptious  C) displeasing D) dainty E) toothsome    12. The word ‘off – spring’ means  A) Twins B) Children  C) Strength D) Winter E) Fountine    13. Let us not ____ your past mistakes.  A) dwell B) dwell at  C) dwell on D) dwelt E) dwell about    14. What is the synonym for the word ‘indifferent’ ?  A) similar B) unhappy  C) apathetic D) frank E) not differming    15. What is the noun form of the word ‘defer’?  A) difference B) deferation  C) defamation D) deferming E) deferment    Choose the correct sentences questions 16 – 17  16. A) He thinks that she leaving for Sylhet.       B) He thinks that she has left for Sylhet.       C) He will thought that she is leaving for Sylhet.        D) He thought that she is left for Sylhet.        E) He is thinking that she leaves for Sylhet.    17. A)  Mary has been on a diet for three weeks.        B)  Mary has been on a diet since three weeks.        C)  Mary had been on a diet since three weeks.        D)  Mary was on a diet since three weeks.        E) Marry is on diet since three weeks.     18. Find the misspelt word  A) asthma B) tiphoid  C) cholera D) dehydration E) headache    19. It is  high time we ______ the people conscious about our national interest.   A) should make B) will make  C) must make D) have to E) made    20. What is the adjective form of the word divide?  A) divisible B) dividable  C) divisible D) divisible E) devisable    Read the following passage and answer questions 21 -25 :  The Geographical Indication (GI) Law 2013, the first of its kind in Bangladesh was enacted in parliament on Tuesday to protect the patent rights of traditional products. ‘Historically’ we produce some unique products naturally that others cannot. The law will ensure the exclusive rights of the products’, said Industries Secretary Mohammod Moinuddin Abdullah. The government has passed the law in compliance with Article-22 of Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights. GI is a name or sign used on certain products to certify that they possess certain qualities because they are made as per traditional methods or enjoy a certain reputation due to their geographical origin. The law will protect the country’s claims to commodities such as hilsa fish, jamdani sari, nakshi kantha and fruits, including pineapple and fazil, a variety of mango, said Mahboob Murshed, who is an advocate of the Supreme Court and  a legal expert on GI law. This means that the real producers of any particular goods in an area will get the absolute rights to their registered products, he went on to observe, and added that the law will ensure that customers get genuine products.     21. Who is the authority to pass approve GI act in Bangladesh?  A) The President  B) The Supreme Court  C) The Prime Minister D) The Ministry of Commerce  E) The Parliament     22. The phrase ‘protect the patent rights of traditional products’ can be explained by which of the following phrase?  A) to encourage others to supervise patent rights of traditional products B) to effectively thwart others from securing patent rights of traditional products.  C) to actualize patent  rights of traditional products effectively.  D) to ensure that patent rights of traditional products are safeguarded.  E) to realize patent rights of traditional products comprehensively.    23. The government passed the GI law in compliance to certify that,  A) The products are made according to some specific methods and their location.  B) The products are made according to some traditional methods or have an exclusive reputation and originated from a specific geographical location.   C) The products are made according to some random methods and originated from a specific geographical location. D) The products are made in accordance with a very systematic process and originate from a historical location.  E) The products process superior qualities or enjoy a certain reputation due to their cultural origin.    24. GL law will look out for the interest of  A) The government B) The consumers  C) The hoarders D) The importers  E) The registered producers  25. The GI law protect ot commodities so that other countries cannot :  A) Offer export privileges to the products and also give customers the authority to mass produce that commodities.  B) Clamies their access to the products and so that customers also can sell the products.  C) Deny their authority to the products and the customers will have access to a diversity of products  D) Demand rights to the products and the customers will strive to buy genuine products.  E) Claims their rights to the products and also the customers will have access to genuine products.      ANSWER ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 B A D B D E D A B D C B C 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 C E B A B E A E C B B E

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2014 - 2015 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit ( 2014-2015 ) – English Questions English Read the passage below and answer questions 1 – 5  Singapore ranked by the World Bank as the second most densely populated country of the world, imports more than 90 percent of its food. Singapore produced nearly 22,000 tons of vegetables in 2013, compared with a little more than 17,000 tons in 2004. Last year, it imported 514,574 tons of vegetables. While Singapore ranks fifth out of 109 countries in the Economist Intelligence Unit’s global food security index, the government wants to diversify its food sources and become more self-reliant in producing eggs, fish and leafy vegetables. As part of its efforts, it has provided some funding and research support to local vertical farming company. Sky greens, which grows leafy vegetables at its fram in three-storey high frames inside greenhouse.    01. What could be an appropriate title to the passage?  A) Food scarcity in Singapore  B) Lack of Food security in Singapore  C) Diversification of Food sources in Singapore  D) Singapore’s Food Imports and Exports  E) Research support to vertical Farming    02. According to the passage, the Singapore government wants to diversify its food sources_____ of its high position in the global food security index.  A) despite B) in case  C) because D) as a result E) in spite    03. Diversify means  A) branch out B) contract  C) continue D) stop E) divide    04. Greenhouses are  A) ecologically suitable houses  B) buildings of complexes where plants are grown  C) buildings that are painted green  D) safe houses in a war zone  E) buildings that save energy    05. Vertical farming is more suited to areas where.  A) cities are crowed B) farm land is scarce  C) people eat a lot D) people live in poverty  E) Trees are numerous    Find the correct sentence questions 6 – 7  06. A) Ratan failed to carry out his studies for poverty .       B) Ratan has failed to carry away his studies for poverty.        C) Ratan failed to carry on his studies for poverty .       D) Ratan has failed to carry about his studies for poverty.        E) Ratan failed to carry off his studies for poverty.   07. A) He casted his vote for you.        B) He cast his vote for you.          C) He Caste his Vote for you.        D) He cost his vote for you.        E) He cusped his vote for you.    08. Identify one of the underlined word (s) or phrases that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct.  ‘Popular method of treating colds include taking extra vitamins, getting a lot of sleep , and drinking plenty of liquid.’ A) method B) colds  C) extra vitamins D) sleep E) liquid    Which underlined phrase in each of the following two sentences should be replaced by an alternative given below to make it grammatically correct ? questions 9 – 10  09. Since Ruma didn’t want to be disturbed while studying, she left the phone off hooks.   A) of hooks B) for the hook  C) off hooking D) off the hook E) from the hook    10. Since the officer was overburdened with work,his colleague decided to give him hand.  A) giving hands B) give him a hand  C) Give him handful D) give him handy E) give him hands    11. Choose the pair that expresses a relationship similar to the one expressed by the capitalized pair – HEART : HUMAN  A) Tail : Dog B) Field : House  C) Brick : Wall D) Engine : Car E) None    12. Which following words is spelt correctly?   A) Comittee B) Comitee  C) Commiittee D) Comitie  E) Committee    Fill in the blanks with appropriate words / phrase questions (13 – 17) 13. His health has _____ because of hard labour.  A) broken up B) broken into  C) broken out D) broken for E) broken down  14. He told me that he ______ in Khulna in the previous year.  A) had been working B) has been working  C) Was working D) have been working    15. Ten thousand dollars _____ a lot of money.  A) are B) is  C) were  D) aren’t E) it’s    16. The word ‘Brittle’ means  A) Strong B) Wiry  C) Enduring D) Resistant E) Fragile    17. In time of Financial crisis , such lavish expenditure should be____.  A) justified B) curtailed C) encouraged  D) corrected E) organized    18. While going to office, take your umbrella_____ it rains.  A) if B) if not  C) perhaps D) in case E) by the chance    Choose the correct preposition question 19 – 21  19.she was blessed _____ a son.  A) by B) for  C) in D) with E) of    20. I will write ____ your phone number.   A) off B) in  C) on D) down E) up    21. Sumon is beating around the bush. In other words, summon is  A) avoiding the main point  B) attacking aggressively  C) solving a problem  D) clearing the undergrowth  E) speaking to the point    Fill the synonym of the following words questions 22 – 25  22. Degrading  A) Damning B) Lowering  C) Corrupting D) Minimizing E) Maximizing    23. Arduous  A) Hazardous B) Difficult  C) Different D) Pleasurable E) Tedious    Find the antonym of the following words questions 24 – 25  24. Perilous  A) Risky B) Greedy  C) Curative D) Secure E) Dire    25. Perfect  A) Spotless B) Immaculate  C) Sheer D) Superb E) Flawed    ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 C C B B B C B B D B D E E 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 A B E B D D D A B E D E

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2012 - 2013 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit (2012–13) – English Questions English Read the following passage and answer (Questions 1-5)  Joy Card and Printing Ltd, a local company, made around 4 million SIM cards since 2011 at its own Plant for the country’s mobile phone operators, a testimony to the capability of domestic enterprise. From 2010, the company also supplied 40 million scratch cards used for recharging balance in mobile phones.this local initiative was  able to gain confidence in both national and multinational cell phone companies. Joy, a 200 person strong company with the capacity to produce 2 million SIM cards a month, imports ABS sheet and then installs chips for making the SIM cards. However, the company today is faced with a setback due to poor customer acquisition and the operators’ unwillingness to buy the SIM cards from domestic markets.     01. One drawback faced by the company was :  A) Overproduction  B) Underproduction of SIM Sets  C) Regulatory problem  D) Lack of interest in local SIM cards  E) Lack of government support    02. ‘Acquisition’ in the passage implies :  A) lacking B) loss  C) gaining D) dearth E) want    03. The passage is all about  A) The inefficiency of local mobile markets  B) A local mobile firm’s experience of SIM production  C) The competitive nature of mobile banking  D) Lack of government initiative in SIM production  E) The structure of the mobile market in Bangladesh    04. ‘Testimony’ in the passage implies :   A) hypothesis B) test case  C) evidence D) glamour E) denial    05. ‘Plant’ in the passage refers to :    A) a place in the ground B) something inserted  C) a perennial product D) an industrial  E) a large estate for crops    06. Which do you think is the nearest in meaning to ‘proviso’  A) sanction B) substitute  C) directive D) supply E) stipulation    07. Antonym of ‘dogma’ is :  A) doctrine B) principle  C) tenet D) unbelief E) rule    08. Synonym of ‘apex’ is :  A) base B) zenith  C) bottom D) low E) floor    09. ‘To smell a rat’ means  A) to smell a bad smell B) to suspect a trick or deceit  C) to misunderstand D) to have dirty ways E) to be bothersome  10. Antonym of ‘tedious’ is :  A) boring B) monotonous  C) tiresome D) refreshing E) dull    11. ‘Out and out’ means  A) not at all B) someone from outside  C) to get out D) to be last E) thoroughly    12. ‘Pediatric’ relates to the treatment of :  A) adults B) women  C) old people D) children E) men   Identify one of the underlined words or phrase that must be changed in order for the sentence to be correct:    13.A)  Joseph’s stroy is B)  a clinical C) portrayal of D)  man as an animal trapped  E) by the fear and hunger.    Fill in the blanks with appropriate preposition(s) / word (s) [questions 14 – 19]   14. The doctor suggested that the patient _____ weight.  A) should lose B) would lose  C) loss D)  lose E) lost    15. Our friends will _______ for two nights.  A) put us up B) put us in  C) provide us in D) provide us up E) provide after    16. The ozone in the upper layers of Earth’s atmosphere is beneficial, ______ animal and plant life from dangerous ultraviolet radiation.   A) withdrawing B) thwarting  C) displacing D) reflecting E)  protecting   17. Once the audience began to applaud and laugh at his jokes, Monem felt more ______. A) professional B) ambiguous  C) uncertain D) relaxed E) uncomfortable    18. We drove _____ the river for an hour _____ turned north before we reached it .  A) to , and B) back , when  C) towards , but D) in , to E) on , so    19. There is ______ in one of your front  teeth.  A) a filing B) a cavity  C) decay D) food E) growth    20. Which one is the correct spelling?  A) scaning B) stoped  C) dyeing D) recommend E) buget    21. Which of the following pairs expresses relationship different from the rest in terms of their parts of speech?  A) convince – convincing B) persuade – persuasive  C) vary – various D) economise – economie E) fame – famous    22. Synonym of ‘paradox’ is :  A) exaggeration B) hyperbole  C) contradiction D) invective E) poetic device    Choose the correct sentence (questions 23 -25)  23. A) If I found a bag in the street, I will take it to the police.        B) If I found a bag in the street, I would take it to the police.        C) If I found a bag in the street, I took it to the police.        D) If I found a bag in the street, I’ll be taking it to the police.        E) If I found a bag in the street, I have taken it to the police.    24. A) He used the phrase you know so often that I finally said, No, I don’t know.        B) He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, No, I don’t know.        C) He used the phrase you know so often that I finally said, “No, I don’t know”        D) He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, “No, I don’t know”.        E) He used the phrase “you know” so often that I finally said, “No, I don’t know”.    25.A) Why you have done this?       B) Why did you have done this?       C) Why have you done this?       D) Why you had done this?       E) Why did you done this?      ANSWER ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 D C B C D E D B B D E D E 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 D A E D A B C D C B D C

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2011 - 2012 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit (2011–12) – English Questions English Read the following passage carefully and then answer (questions 1 – 5)  Oil markets are full of uncertainty. Asian demand is booming and doubts abound over the ability of supply to match the world’s appetite. What goes for crude oil also applies to the stuff squeezed out of vegetable matter.  The price of frying food and cooking has rarely been higher. Over past decade the price of vegetable oils has increased substantially. Like other commodities, prices hit records in 2008. The subsequent slmp is now forgotten: prices are back close to the peaks. Increasing demand and supply problems indicate that prices will not go down in the near future.  01. This passage is mainly about rising prices and   A) oil markets B) the world economy  C) vegetable oils D) asian markets  E) demand and supply problems  02. The passage suggests that-  A) crude oil prices are rising while vegetable oil prices are falling  B) both crude oil and vegetable oil prices are rising  C) both crude oil and vegetable oil prices are falling  D) Crude oil prices are falling while vegetable oil prices are rising  E) prices of crude oil and vegetable oils are going to stay the same in the future.  03. The antonym of ‘booming’ is –  A) explosive     B) peaking  C) Slimming     D) shrinking   E) growing  04. ‘Substantially’ in line 5 is –  A) an adjective    B) an adverb  C) a noun             D) a gerund E) a participle  05. A synonym of ‘subsequent’ is –  A) antecedent       B) recent  C) consequent      D) current   E) existent  Choose the correct options  06. The government has extended a warm welcome _____ the visiting delegation.  A) to            B) for  C) with        D) among E) through  07. Identify the incorrect spelling-  A) contamination       B) conjunction  C) connection            D) commotion   E) conotation  08. Choose the correct verb from: Marine biologists are concerned about the effects of untreated sewage that____ into costal water.  A) flow              B) flows  C) is flowing    D) flowed   E) flown  09. To markdown price is to –  A) make them remarkable      B) reduce them  C) deemphasize them             D) make them outstanding E) depress them  10. Choose the correct word for the following sentence: The teacher _____ student evaluations were the highest won an award.  A) which         B) whose  C) whom        D) who   E) whosoever  11. The opposite of ‘inflation’ is –  A) strangulation      B) stagflation  C) depression         D) deflation   E) expansion  12. Choose the correct verb form : “Central bankers _____ themselves ready to tackle the problems likely to be caused by falling share markets. “   A) had shown               B) having shown  C) have had shown     D) has shown E) have shown  13. A mediator is –  A) a thoughtful person  B) a middle man  C) someone inclined to meditation  D) a media expert  E) a settler of disputes  14. Fill in the blanks-  ______ Bangladesh has many new growth sectors, foreign investors are coming here in great numbers.  A) Why                     B) As a result  C) On account of    D) Ever since   E) Because  15. The word ‘Gravity’ is  A) a noun              B) an adverb  C) an adjective    D) a verb   E) a gerund  Fill in the blanks with appropriate preposition (question 16 – 17)   16. The boy looked ____ his sick pet bird.  A) Up          B) Over  C) Into        D) On   E) After  17. You can have no excuse ______ behaving rudely.  A) of         B) for  C) at         D) on   E) with  18. Which is an adequate translation of “চক চক করলেই সোনা হয় না” –  A) All that glitters is not gold  B) Shining does not make a metal gold  C) Glittering is not alone for gold  D) All that is glittering is not being gold  E) Glitters are not gold  Pick the option that best completes the sentence (question 19 – 20)   19. The cyclist ______ he crossed the main street.  A) Looked with caution after  B) Had looked cautiously  C) was looked cautious when  D) looks cautious when  E) had looked cautiously when  20. Neither Jane nor her brothers _____ a consent form for tomorrow’s field trip.  A) need               B) needs  C) is needing     D) has need E) are needing  21. Select the lettered pair that best express a relationship similar to that expressed in the original pair : EXPIATE : GUILT  A) canvass : support B) adorn : appearance  C) testify : conviction   D) correct : error   E) preach : conversion  Choose the word that is closest in meaning to the keyword in italics (questions 22 – 23)  22. The bank charges an exorbitant rate of interest.  A) marvellous         B) excessive  C) moderate           D) increasing E) fair  23. It was an indiscreet action on their part.  A) unfair             B) secret  C) dishonest      D) imprudent   E) hasty  24. Fill in the blanks with appropriate choice.  The government is considering _____ a new international airport.  A) to build                B) building  C) to have built       D) for building   E) that build  25. Choose the correct sentence.  A) We have many works to do in summer  B) We have much works to do in the  summer  C) We have a lot of work to do in summer  D) We have a lot of works to do n summer   E) We have a lot of works to do in the summer      ANSWER ANSWERS 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 A B D B C A E C B B D E E 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25   D A E B A B A D B D B C

Digital Literacy Digital literacy refers to the ability to effectively and critically navigate, evaluate, and create information using a range of digital technologies. In today's increasingly digital world, it encompasses a variety of skills, including the ability to use software applications, understand online safety and privacy, and engage with digital content responsibly. Digital literacy is essential not only for personal and professional development but also for active participation in society. As technology continues to evolve, fostering digital literacy among individuals of all ages is crucial for empowering them to communicate, collaborate, and innovate in a digital environment. Digital Literacy Digital literacy is the ability to use digital tools—like computers, tablets, and smartphones—comfortably and safely. A person with digital literacy can turn on a device, open programs or apps, and move through menus without feeling lost. They know how to connect to Wi-Fi, type on a keyboard or touchscreen, and save or find files when they need them. They can also search the internet for facts, pictures, or videos, and they understand which websites are trustworthy and which ones might be false or risky. Digital literacy also means knowing how to communicate online. For example, a digitally literate student can write an email to a teacher, join a video class, and upload homework to a learning site. A worker can create a simple document, share it with teammates, and meet on a video call. Families can chat by text, share photos, or make free video calls with relatives who live far away. Safety is another important part of digital literacy. A knowledgeable user creates strong passwords and does not share them with others. They avoid clicking on strange links or downloading unknown files that could carry viruses. They also understand privacy settings on social media so that personal information stays protected. Today, many everyday tasks are done online—paying bills, booking tickets, reading news, or even seeing a doctor through telemedicine. If someone does not have basic digital skills, these tasks become difficult. That is why governments, schools, and community centers now teach digital literacy classes. By learning these simple skills, people of all ages can study better, work faster, stay informed, and connect with the world around them. Digital Literacy ( ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা ) Digital literacy is the ability to use computers, tablets, and smartphones comfortably and safely. ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা হল কম্পিউটার, ট্যাবলেট ও স্মার্টফোন স্বচ্ছন্দে ও নিরাপদে ব্যবহার করার দক্ষতা। A digitally-literate person can turn on a device, open apps, and move through menus without feeling lost. একজন ডিজিটাল দক্ষ ব্যক্তি সহজেই ডিভাইস চালু করতে, অ্যাপ খুলতে ও মেনুতে ঘুরে বেড়াতে পারেন, বিভ্রান্ত হন না। They know how to connect to Wi-Fi, type on a keyboard or touchscreen, and save or find files when needed. তিনি ওয়াই-ফাই-তে যুক্ত হতে, কিবোর্ড বা টাচস্ক্রিনে টাইপ করতে, আর প্রয়োজনে ফাইল সেভ বা খুঁজে পেতে জানেন। Searching the internet for facts, pictures, or videos is another key skill they possess. ইন্টারনেটে তথ্য, ছবি বা ভিডিও খোঁজা তাঁদের আরেকটি গুরুত্বপূর্ণ দক্ষতা। They also learn to judge which websites are trustworthy and which might be false or risky. তিনি জানতে শেখেন কোন ওয়েবসাইট বিশ্বাসযোগ্য আর কোনটি মিথ্যা বা ঝুঁকিপূর্ণ হতে পারে। Digital literacy includes clear online communication, such as writing emails and joining video meetings. ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতার মধ্যে স্পষ্ট অনলাইন যোগাযোগও থাকে, যেমন ই-মেইল লেখা ও ভিডিও মিটিং-এ যোগ দেওয়া। Students upload homework, while workers share documents and collaborate online. শিক্ষার্থীরা হোমওয়ার্ক আপলোড করে, আর কর্মীরা অনলাইনে নথি শেয়ার করে ও একসঙ্গে কাজ করে। Families stay close by texting, sharing photos, and making free video calls to relatives far away. পরিবারগুলো টেক্সট, ছবি শেয়ার ও বিনামূল্যের ভিডিও কলের মাধ্যমে দূরের আত্মীয়দের সঙ্গেও ঘনিষ্ঠ থাকে। Safety is vital: strong passwords, careful clicking, and private social-media settings protect users. নিরাপত্তা অত্যন্ত গুরুত্বপূর্ণ: শক্ত পাসওয়ার্ড, সতর্ক ক্লিক এবং ব্যক্তিগত সোশ্যাল-মিডিয়া সেটিংস ব্যবহারকারীদের রক্ষা করে। Without these habits, viruses or scammers can steal information or money. এসব অভ্যাস না থাকলে ভাইরাস বা প্রতারকেরা তথ্য কিংবা অর্থ চুরি করতে পারে। Today we pay bills, book tickets, read news, and even meet doctors online, so digital skills are essential. আজ আমরা অনলাইনে বিল দিই, টিকিট কাটি, খবর পড়ি, এমনকি চিকিৎসকের সঙ্গেও দেখা করি, তাই ডিজিটাল দক্ষতা অপরিহার্য। Schools, libraries, and community centers now run training classes to help everyone learn these basics. স্কুল, গ্রন্থাগার ও কমিউনিটি সেন্টারগুলো এখন সবার জন্য এই মৌলিক বিষয় শেখানোর কোর্স চালায়। When people of all ages gain digital literacy, they study better, work faster, and feel more connected to the world. সব বয়সের মানুষ ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা অর্জন করলে তারা ভালোভাবে পড়াশোনা করে, দ্রুত কাজ করে এবং বিশ্বভরের সঙ্গে বেশি যুক্ত অনুভব করে। In short, digital literacy is as important today as reading and writing were in the past. সংক্ষেপে, আজকের দিনে ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা ঠিক ততটাই গুরুত্বপূর্ণ যতটা অতীতে পড়া-লেখা ছিল।

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2020 - 2021Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU C Unit (2020–21) – English Questions (1–12) She likes _____ long emails. a) writes  b) writing  c) write  d) wrote We ____ not hurry, we have got plenty of time. a) may  b) need  c) would  d) do Choose the correct sentence: a) The more you read, less you understand. b) More you read, less you understand. c) The more you read, the less you understand. d) More you read, the less you understand. Sumon is not here, he is out ____ his uncle. a) visited  b) is visiting  c) visiting  d) visits I wish I ____ a child again. a) am  b) were  c) was  d) be He is intimidated by his boss. a) frightened  b) promoted  c) disliked  d) encouraged FANS : GALLERIES :: ____ : ____ a) Teams : Goalposts b) Referee : Decision c) Audience : Seats d) Tickets : Counters Which word is wrongly spelt? a) Deceive  b) Receive  c) Recede  d) Reciept The gift was wrapped ___ blue paper. a) by  b) around  c) of  d) in I will take my driving test ____ a week. a) in  b) about  c) for  d) on What is the right synonym of ‘Hostile’? a) Flexible  b) Unfriendly  c) Happy  d) Indifferent The patient’s blood pressure was _______. a) so high to ignore b) much higher to ignore c) too high to ignore d) more high to ignore ANSWER Answers & Explanations b) writing After verbs like "like," use gerund (-ing). Example: She enjoys writing emails . b) need "Need not" indicates no necessity. Example: We need not hurry . c) The more you read, the less you understand. Correct structure: "The more..., the less..."  (comparative parallelism). c) visiting Present participle after "is" (reduced continuous tense). Example: He is visiting his uncle . b) were Subjunctive mood for unreal/hypothetical situations. Example: I wish I were rich . a) frightened "Intimidated" means made to feel fear. Example: She felt intimidated by the exam . c) Audience : Seats Fans sit in galleries; audiences sit in seats (logical pairing). d) Reciept Correct spelling: Receipt  (remember "I before E except after C"). d) in Use "in" for materials. Example: wrapped in foil . a) in "In a week" refers to future time. Example: She’ll return in two days . b) Unfriendly Synonym of "hostile" (showing opposition/aggression). c) too high to ignore "Too + adj. + to"  implies impossibility. Example: It’s too cold to swim .

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2021 - 2022 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU – C Unit (2021–22) Questions Choose the correct preposition (Questions 1–2): 1. He was angry ___ me for no reason. a) for b) over c) with d) upon 2. I bumped ___ one of my school friends at Shahbag yesterday. a) to b) with c) at into d) into Fill in the blanks with appropriate words (Questions 3–5): 3. The car broke down and we ____ get a taxi. a) are to b) had to c) have to d) need to 4. I found the movie completely _____. a) engrossed b) engross c) to engross d) engrossing 5. When the guests arrived, they ____ lunch. a) had b) have had c) were having d) have 6. What is the meaning of the idiom ‘To call it a day’? a) Stop working on something b) Work hard for something c) Start working on something d) Restart working on something 7. It is high time we ____ home. a) return b) had returned c) returned d) had been returned 8. Choose the pair that expresses a relationship similar to: SCISSORS : BARBER a) Wagon : Farmer b) Color : Painter c) Cloth : Tailor d) Saw : Carpenter 9. The synonym of ‘Intrepid’ is _____. a) fearless b) coward c) indifferent d) unmindful 10. Which underlined word is an adverb? a) This house is fine. b) The shirt suits me fine. c) He had to pay a fine for being late. d) The company was fined Taka ten thousand. 11. Find the correctly spelt word. a) accomadate b) acomodate c) accommodate d) acommodate 12. Identify the correct sentence. a) One of my friends is a lawyer. b) One of my friends are a lawyer. c) One of my friend is a lawyer. d) One of my friends are lawyers. ANSWER Answers and Explanations 1. Answer: c) with “Angry with” is used when referring to people or animals. Example: He was angry with  me for no reason. 2. Answer: d) into “Bump into” means to meet someone unexpectedly. Example: I bumped into  a friend at Shahbag yesterday. 3. Answer: b) had to Past obligation is expressed using “had to.” The car broke down, and we had to  get a taxi. 4. Answer: d) engrossing “Engrossing” is the correct adjective for something that captures your attention. I found the movie completely engrossing . 5. Answer: c) were having When two past actions overlap, use past continuous with past simple. When the guests arrived, they were having  lunch. 6. Answer: a) Stop working on something “To call it a day” means to stop working. Let’s call it a day ; we’ve done enough. 7. Answer: c) returned “It is high time” is followed by a verb in the past simple form. It is high time we returned  home. 8. Answer: d) Saw : Carpenter A carpenter uses a saw just as a barber uses scissors. Tool : User relationship. 9. Answer: a) fearless “Intrepid” means brave or fearless. Synonym: fearless 10. Answer: b) The shirt suits me fine. “Fine” here describes how  it suits (adverb). Adverb answers “how” something is done. 11. Answer: c) accommodate Correct spelling of the word meaning “to provide lodging or adjust.” 12. Answer: a) One of my friends is a lawyer. “One of” is followed by plural noun + singular verb. One of my friends is  a lawyer.

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2019 - 2020 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation English    Fill in the blanks with appropriate  words (Questions 13 – 15)    13. Even as a child, sleep ____ sumana. A) liked C) eluded C) disturbed D) loved    14. I am looking forward to ____ you.  A) seeing B) see  C) saw D) sees    15. The tall gentleman ____ by the door is the bank manager. A) who standing B) is standing C) stands D) standing    Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions (questions 16-17)    16.  The building is made ____ bricks. A) with B) of C) on D) from   17. The bullet Train travels ____ 200 miles an hour .     A) for B) in C) at D) off 18. The expression ‘distinctive qualities’ means those qualities of  person which – A) Are the same as those of others B) Make him/her different from others C) Emphasise honesty in his/her D) Depend on his/her instincts 19. Which is a synonym of the word ‘incredible’? A) impervious B) probable C) unspectacular D) inconceivable    20. Choose the closest opposite meaning. She is indeed human? A) universal B) devilish C) divine D) terrestrial 21. Find the misspelt word: A) conceive B) receive C) belief D) perceive 22. The word ‘paradigm’ means: A) proof B) parallel C) advice D) example 23. Salman is one of the richest persons in the town. What does the sentence imply? A) No other man is as rich as Salman in this town B) No one in this town is rich C) Very few persons in  the town are as rich as Salman D) Salman is very rich but others are also rich    24. Choose the correct sentence: A) Who belongs to the book? B) Whom does the book belong? C) To who the book belongs? D) Who does the belongs to ?  Answers             ANSWER 13  14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 B A D B C B D C D D C D

University Admission Test English Dhaka University - C (Ga) Unit Admission Question 2022 - 2023 Session English Questions' Answers with Explanation DU – C Unit (2022–23) Exam Date: May 13, 2023 Questions 1. It is okay to have your eggs ___ one basket as long as you control what happens ___ that basket. a) under, in b) in, to c) inside, at d) on, into 2. It is how you deal with failure that ____ how you achieve success. a) determines b) have determined c) determined d) determining 3. We ____ enough time now if you hadn’t preferred to take the longer route. a) would have b) would have had c) had had d) would be having 4. What is the meaning of the idiom ‘storm in a teacup’? a) A burning issue about the country b) Great excitement about something trivial c) A local issue of immense significance d) Lack of excitement about something non-controversial 5. Where is ___ source of ___ Nile? a) the, the b) a, a c) a, the d) the, a 6. That’s the gentleman ____ I spoke about the job. a) whom b) to who c) of whom d) to whom 7. Three-fourths of the earth’s surface ______. a) are covered by water b) is covered by water c) covers the water d) covering by water 8. The doctor suggested that the patient ____ weight. a) should losing b) loss c) lose d) would lost 9. Gopal is walking ____ the road ____ Sunday. a) on, on b) across, on c) in, in d) on, at 10. Which one of the following words has been wrongly spelled? a) nauseous b) sentimental c) liquefy d) meniscule 11. Choose the correct synonym of ‘indifferent’. a) similar b) contrasting c) apathetic d) concerning 12. Choose the correct antonym of the word ‘notable’. a) insignificant b) remarkable c) illustrious d) impartial   ANSWER Answers and Explanations 1. Answer: b) in, to “In” fits naturally with “basket” (not always fully enclosed). “Happens to” means something affects something else. Example: What has happened to  my pen? 2. Answer: a) determines Present indefinite tense is used for general truths or eternal statements. It is how you deal with failure that determines  success. 3. Answer: b) would have had This is a third conditional  sentence. Structure: would have + past participle + if + past perfect.Example: We would have had  enough time if you hadn’t taken the longer route. 4. Answer: b) Great excitement about something trivial “Storm in a teacup” means a big fuss over something minor. Example: His anger was just a storm in a teacup . 5. Answer: a) the, the “The” is used before specific known nouns and geographic features like rivers. Correct: The  source of the  Nile. 6. Answer: d) to whom “Whom” is the object of the preposition “to”. I spoke to him  → to whom. 7. Answer: b) is covered by water “Three-fourths” followed by an uncountable noun (surface) is singular. Three-fourths of the earth’s surface is  covered. 8. Answer: c) lose Subjunctive mood after “suggested” → base form of verb. The doctor suggested that the patient lose  weight. 9. Answer: a) on, on “On the road” (not obstructing) and “on Sunday” (specific day). Gopal is walking on  the road on  Sunday. 10. Answer: d) meniscule Incorrect spelling. Correct spelling: minuscule . 11. Answer: c) apathetic “Indifferent” means emotionally detached or uninterested. Synonym: apathetic 12. Answer: a) insignificant “Notable” means significant or worth noticing. Antonym: insignificant

বাংলাদেশী ওয়েবসাইট ইনডেক্স অনলাইন সংবাদপত্র ২৪×৭ বিডি নিউজ ২৪ বাংলা নিউজ ২৪ বার্তা ২৪ বিডি ২৪ লাইভ খবর ২৪ বাংলা টাইমস ২৪ ষ্টেট নিউজ বিডি ঢাকা পোষ্ট ২৪ রিয়েল টাইম নিউজ নেটওয়ার্ক দৈনিক পত্রিকা - বাংলা প্রথম আলো মানবজমিন আমার দেশ সমকাল যুগান্তর কালের কন্ঠ নয়া দিগন্ত আমাদের সময় জনকন্ঠ বাংলাদেশ প্রতিদিন ভোরের কাগজ সকালের খবর যায়যায় দিন দৈনিক পত্রিকা  - ইংরেজি The Daily Star The Financial Express Daily Sun New Age The Independent Bangladesh Info The New Nation The Editor Bangladesh News ই-পেপার  কাগজে যেমন ওয়েবেও তেমন প্রথম আলো যুগান্তর কালের কন্ঠ সকালের খবর জনকন্ঠ আঞ্চলিক পত্রিকা কুমিল্লার কাগজ দিনাজপুর নিউজ দৈনিক পূর্বাঞ্চল গোলাপগঞ্জ নিউজ নোয়াখালী ওয়েব কক্সবাজার নিউজ সিলেট নিউজ ২৪ জামালপুর সময় সাপ্তাহিক/ মাসিক পত্রিকা ও ম্যাগাজিন কম্পিউটার জগৎ কালি ও কলম সাপ্তাহিক আজকাল বিনোদন বিডি ট্রাভেল অন ২৪ স্বাস্থ্য বাংলা কম্পিউটার বার্তা ক্যারিয়ার ইনটেলিজেন্স বাংলা ভাষায় বিদেশি পত্রিকা বিবিসি বাংলা আনন্দবাজার পত্রিকা DW World বাংলা - জার্মান NHK World বাংলা - জাপান ভয়েস অফ আমেরিকা রেডিও চায়না রেডিও রাশিয়া ইরান বাংলা রেডিও প্রবাসী বাঙালীদের দ্বারা প্রকাশিত পত্রিকা ইউকে বিডি নিউজ দেশে বিদেশে প্রবাসে প্রতিদিন নিউজ বাংলা   বাংলা কমিউনিটি ব্লগ বাঁধ ভাঙ্গার আওয়াজ প্রথম আলো ব্লগ বিডিনিউজ২৪ বাংলা ব্লগ আমার ব্লগ সোনার বাংলাদেশ ব্লগ চতুর্মাত্রিক সচলায়তন আমার বর্ণমালা ক্যাডেট কলেজ ব্লগ নাগরিক ব্লগ প্রয়োজনীয় বাংলা বই , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট  প্রযুক্তি বিষয়ক ব্লগ টেকটিউনস টিউনার পেইজ বিজ্ঞানী বিজ্ঞানী ও প্রযুক্তি কম্পিউটার ও ইলেক্ট্রনিক্স টেকটুইটস বিডি রঙ টিউটোরিয়াল বিডি অনলাইন সাপোর্ট বিডিটিউটোরিয়াল ২৪ ব্লগদেশ প্রয়োজনীয় বাংলা বই , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট  জিন্নাত উল হাসান পিসি হেলপলাইন বিডি সমকাল দর্পন আত্রাই নদীর পাড়ে টেকস্পেস সোশ্যাল নিউজ বিডি Techkotha Saimoom   Sobkichu   Pchelpline24 Somachar   bdrong   Techbangla Technewsbd   সাহিত্য বিষয়ক ব্লগ অণুকাব্য শৈলী বাংলা কবিতা বাংলার কবি পূর্বাভাস শব্দনীড় লোটাকম্বল বকলম   কৃষি বিষয়ক ব্লগ কৃষি ব্লগ এগ্রো বাংলা ডট কম মাটির কথা কৃষি তথ্য সার্ভিস স্বাস্থ্য ও চিকিৎসা বিষয়ক ব্লগ স্বাস্থ্য বাংলা আমারদেশ - স্বাস্থ্যকথা বাংলা হেলথ ই-হেলথ ২৪ মনোজগৎ প্রয়োজনীয় বাংলা বই স্বাস্থ্যকথা ডেইলি হেল্থ বিডি স্বাস্থ্য ব্লগ ভ্রমন বিষয়ক ব্লগ বাংলা ট্রাভেল ভ্রমন ব্লগ রান্না বিষয়ক ব্লগ আমারদেশ রেসিপি বাংলা রেসিপি ভূলু'স রেসিপি কোলকাতার রান্না বাংলাদেশী রেসিপি বাংলা ফোরাম প্রজন্ম ফোরাম আইটেক বাংলা আমাদের প্রযুক্তি রংমহল বাংলা বই , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট  বাংলাকর্ড ত্রিভুভ নেটওয়ার্ক যৌবনযাত্রা ফোরাম দেশ ফোরাম লাইফ স্টাইল বিষয়ক ব্লগ ফিটনেস বাংলাদেশ বাংলা লাইফ স্টাইল বাংলা ফ্যাশন Fashion Bangla দেশী চাকরীর সাইট অল জবসবিডি ডটকম এইম ইন লাইফ ক্যারিয়ারজেট ডটকম গ্রামীন সাইবারনেট লিমিটেড চাকরী ডটকম জব ডটকম জবভ্যান্ডার ডটকম জবস এব্রড ডটকম জবস এ১ ডটকম জবস বাংলাদেশ ডটকম জবসবিডি ডটকম জীবিকা ডটকম দেশীজব ডটকম প্রথম আলো জবস বিডিজব ইনফো ডটকম বিডিহটজবস ডটকম বেস্ট সল্যুশনবিডি ডটকম স্পন্দন আইটি বাংলা ই-বুক ফ্রি বাংলা বুকস আমার বই বাংলা কিতাব ইবুক বিডি অল বিডি বুকস বিডি বুকস ২৪ বাংলা বই রাসাল মুর্ছনা বই মেলা প্রজেক্ট বর্ণমালা প্রিয় বই ইসলামী বই গ্রন্থমেলা তিন গোয়েন্দা দেশী বই বাংলা গ্রন্থাগার -ভারত বাংলা সাহিত্য বাংলা/ইংরেজি বই কম্পিউটার ও প্রযুক্তি বিষয়ক বই কম্পিউটার শেখার বই-১ কম্পিউটার শেখার বই-২ কম্পিউটার শেখার বই-৩ কম্পিউটার শেখার বই-৪ ফ্রী মেডিকেল বই ডাউনলোড প্রয়োজনীয় বাংলা বই , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট  অনলাইন ডিকশনারি বেঙ্গলী টু ইংলিশ ডিকনারি ইংলিশ টু বাংলা ডিকশনারি বাংলা অভিধান বাংলা ডিকশনারি অক্সফোর্ড ডিকশনারি গুগল অনুবাদক ওয়েব সাইট   কোরআন শরীফ কুরআন ফ্ল্যাশ কুরআন বাংলা কুরআন শরীফ কুরআনুল করীম কুরআনের আলো বাংলা কুরআন অনলাইন বাংলায় পবিত্র কুরান - কুরান টুডে পবিত্র কুরান তেলাওয়াত আমাদের পবিত্র কুরান হাদিস শরীফ বাংলা হাদিস হাদিস শরীফ হাদীস শরীফ বোখারী শরীফ মুসলিম শরীফ আবু দাউদ শরীফ ইবনে মাজাহ শরীফ নাসাঈ শরীফ ইসলামিক ব্লগ সত্যের পথ সরলপথ আলোর ভুবন ইসলামিক বাংলা ব্লগ ইসলামিক ই-বুক বাংলা কিতাব ইসলাম, নামাজ ও তাসাউফ শিক্ষা ইসলমী বই প্রয়োজনীয় বাংলা বই , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট  ইসলামিক পত্রিকা মাসিক আল তাহরীক মাসিক আল কাউসার মাসিক আল হুদা ইসলামিক প্রতিষ্ঠান বাংলাদেশ হজ্জ্ব ব্যবস্থাপনা পোর্টাল ইসলামিক ফাউন্ডেশন বাংলাদেশ ছারছিনা দরবার শরীফ ইসলামী ওয়েবসাইট আল ইসলাম আল ঈমান ইসলাম ইসলাম হাউজ ইসলামধর্ম ইসলামিক বাংলা ইসলামী বাংলাদেশ জামাল শাকের বাংলায় ইসলাম সহীহ ইসলামিক পোর্টাল   বাংলা মিউজিক ডাউনলোড মিউজিক ডট কম ডট বিডি গানের বাংলা মিউজিক জলসা মাইটিউনবিডি দরিদ্র ডট কম গানের দেশ বাংলা সুর আমাদের গান বৈশাখ বাংলা এমপিথ্রি’স আল্টিমেট বাংলা প্রতিচ্ছবি বাংলা মিউজিক বাংলা মিউজিক ট্র্যাক ফিউশনবিডি কবিতা ও গান আমাদের জোন বাংলা ও বাঙালী পাগলা মিউজিক ডট কম এইমরাজ ডট কম আমাদের গান ডট কম মাই বাংলা মিউজিক ডট কম মুর্ছনা ডট কম ছংস বাংলা ডট কম সুরের ভূবনে ডট কম বাঙ্গালী মিউজিক অনলাইন ডট কম বাংলা সং ডট এভারগ্রীণ বাংলা ডট কম বাংলা মিউঝিক ডট কম বাংলা মিউজিক স্টোর ডট কম বাংলা মিউজিক ডট কম   প্রয়োজনীয়  , সফটওয়্যার ও ওয়েব সাইট বাংলা সুর ডট কম বাংলা মিউজিক হাব ডট কম বাংলা মিউজিক ট্রেক ডট কম বাংলা এমপিথ্রিস ডট কম বিডি মিউজিক বক্স ডট কম বিডি এমপিথ্রি ডট কম বিডি-গান ডট কম বাংলা নাটক ডাউনলোড আমার সোনার বাংলা ডট কম আমার নাটক ডট কম আমাদের জোন ডট কম ওয়েব-বাংলা ডট কম ফ্রি ডট কম ডট বিডি ড্রামা সিরিয়ালস ডট কম সামস মিউজিক জোন ডট কম নাটকস ডট কম নাটক টিউব ডট কম নাটক মিউজিক ডট কম দেশী কথা ডট কম দেশী পোর্টাল ডট কম ডট বিডি দেশী পোর্টাল ডট কম ডট বিডি জাগো দ্যা মুভি ডট কম বোকাছ ডট কম বাঙ্গালী গুরু ডট কম   প্রয়োজনীয় ওয়েব সাইট বাঙ্গালী আড্ডা ডট কম বাংলা লাইভ ডট কম বাংলাদেশী নাটক ডট কম বাংলা নাটক ডাওনলোড ডট কম বিডি-নাটক ডট কম বিডি বাংলা ডট অর্গ হিন্দি মিউজিক ডাউনলোড Songs Dot Pk Funmaza 123 Musiq Indian Melody Masti 4 India ইংলিশ মিউজিক ডাউনলোড Mp3 Fusion Mp3 Dimension Music Aol Max Albums মন্ত্রণালয় বিষয়ক ওয়েবসাইটের তালিকা প্রধানমন্ত্রীর কার্যালয় আইন, বিচার ও সংসদ বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় সংস্থাপন মন্ত্রণালয় কৃষি মন্ত্রণালয় খাদ্য ও দুর্যোগ ব্যবস্থাপনা মন্ত্রণালয় ডাক ও টেলিযোগাযোগ মন্ত্রণালয় পররাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রণালয় প্রতিরক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় শ্রম ও কর্মসংস্থান মন্ত্রণালয় বাণিজ্য মন্ত্রণালয় গৃহায়ন ও গণপূর্ত মন্ত্রণালয় বেসামরিক বিমান পরিবহন ও পর্যটন মন্ত্রণালয় ভূমি মন্ত্রণালয় মহিলা ও শিশু বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় মৎস্য ও পশুসম্পদ মন্ত্রণালয় যুব ও ক্রীড়া মন্ত্রণালয় যোগাযোগ মন্ত্রণালয় শিল্প মন্ত্রণালয় শিক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় প্রাথমিক ও গণশিক্ষা মন্ত্রণালয় বিজ্ঞান এবং তথ্য ও যোগাযোগ প্রযুক্তি মন্ত্রণালয় সংস্কৃতি বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় স্বরাষ্ট্র মন্ত্রণালয় স্বাস্থ্য ও পরিবার কল্যাণ মন্ত্রণালয় স্থানীয় সরকার বিভাগ পল্লী উন্নয়ন ও সমবায় বিভাগ মুক্তিযুদ্ধ বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় প্রবাসী কল্যাণ ও বৈদেশিক কর্মসংস্থান মন্ত্রণালয় পার্বত্য চট্টগ্রাম বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় সমাজ কল্যাণ মন্ত্রণালয় নৌ -পরিবহন মন্ত্রণালয় পরিবেশ ও বন মন্ত্রণালয় ধর্ম বিষয়ক মন্ত্রণালয় তথ্য মন্ত্রণালয় বস্ত্র ও পাট মন্ত্রণালয় পানি সম্পদ মন্ত্রণালয় বিভাগ মন্ত্রিপরিষদ বিভাগ অর্থ বিভাগ অর্থনৈতিক সম্পর্ক বিভাগ খাদ্য বিভাগ দুর্যোগ ব্যবস্থাপনা ও ত্রাণ বিভাগ পরিসংখ্যান বিভাগ বিদ্যুৎ বিভাগ সশস্ত্র বাহিনী বিভাগ খাদ্য বিভাগ বাংলাদেশ পুলিশ র‌্যাপিড এ্যাকশন ব্যাটালিয়ন কমিশন বাংলাদেশ আইন কমিশন বাংলাদেশ জুডিসিয়াল সার্ভিস কমিশন তথ্য কমিশন বাংলাদেশ নির্বাচন কমিশন বাংলাদেশ সরকারি কর্ম কমিশন বাংলাদেশ ট্যারিফ কমিশন বাংলাদেশ এনার্জি রেগুলেটরি কমিশন অধিদপ্তর কৃষি সম্প্রসারণ অধিদপ্তর আমদানি ও রপ্তানি নিয়ন্ত্রণ অধিদপ্তর স্বাস্থ্য অধিদপ্তর নগর উন্নয়ন অধিদপ্তর বোর্ড জাতীয় রাজস্ব বোর্ড বাংলাদেশ পানি উন্নয়ন বোর্ড বিনিয়োগ বোর্ড বাংলাদেশ পল্লী উন্নয়ন বোর্ড হাসপাতাল ও ক্লিনিক ইউনাইটেড হাসপাতাল এ্যাপোলো হাসপাতাল ঢাকা স্কায়ার হাসপাতাল আহসানিয়া মিশন ক্যান্সার হাসপাতাল সেন্টাল হাসপাতাল ঢাকা কমিউনিটি হাসপাতাল আই.সি.ডি.ডি.আর.বি. ইবনে সিনাহ ট্রাষ্ট ইব্রাহিম কার্ডিয়াক হাসপাতাল ল্যাব এইড গ্রুপ শমরিতা হাসপাতাল বি.এস.এম.এম.ইউ বাংলাদেশ আই হাসপাতাল বাংলাদেশ মেডিকেল কলেজ হাসপাতাল ইসলামিয়া আই হাসপাতাল লায়ন আই হাসপাতাল বিডি হেলথলাইন - হাসপাতাল ডাক্তার এম.বি.বি.এস. ডাক্তার ডাক্তারস বিডি আমার ডাক্তার বিডি হেলথলাইন - ডাক্তার এমবুলেন্স বিডি হেলথলাইন - এমবুলেন্স বিডি ট্রান্সপোর্ট - এমবুলেন্স ব্লাড ব্যাংক বাধন বিডি হেলথলাইন - ব্লাড ব্যাংক আমার ডাক্তার - ব্লাড ব্যাংক ঐষুধের দোকান ২৪/৭ আমার ডাক্তার - ফার্মেসি বিডি হেলথলাইন - ফার্মেসি ডায়াগোনষ্টিক সেন্টার কসমেটিক সার্জারি লেজার মেডিকেল সেন্টার ইজি ডিএনএ বিডি লেজার ট্রিট বিডি হেলথলাইন - ডায়াগোনষ্টিক সেন্টার হার্বাল চিকিৎসা হামদার্দ বাংলাদেশ মডার্ন হারবাল গ্রুপ স্বাস্থ্য ও চিকিৎসা বিষয়ক ব্লগ স্বাস্থ্য বাংলা আমারদেশ - স্বাস্থ্যকথা বাংলা হেলথ ই-হেলথ ২৪ মনোজগৎ আমার হেল্থ স্বাস্থ্যকথা ডেইলি হেল্থ বিডি স্বাস্থ্য ব্লগ দ্যা প্রেসকিপশন শ্রেণীবদ্ধ বিজ্ঞাপন ক্লিক বিডি সেল বাজার ডিসকাউন্ট আফার হৈচৈ আফার আজকের ডিয়েল এখনই ডট কম প্রতিদিনের দরদাম বিডি স্টল স্টার টেক বিডি অনলাইন পেমেন্ট ক্লিক কার্ড পে পয়েন্ট ইকমার্স ওয়েবসাইট বাংলাদেশ ব্রান্ড আমার দেশ ই-শপ একুশে Source: https://tanbircox.blogspot.com/2012/05/website-index.html

Paragraph Writing Digital Addiction Digital addiction means using phones, tablets, computers, or video games too much. Many children and adults spend many hours looking at screens every day. They play games, watch videos, or scroll through social media. This can be fun, but doing it too much can be a problem. People may stop talking with their family or going outside to play. Their eyes can hurt, and they may feel tired or sad. They might not sleep well or finish their homework. Some children even forget to eat or play with friends because they are busy with screens. It is important to take breaks from technology. We should try to read books, go outside, play sports, or spend time with our family. Parents and teachers can help children use phones and computers for short times only. Using digital things is okay, but we must not let them control our lives. Balance is the key. The Impact of Digital Addiction on Modern Society In today's hyper-connected world, digital addiction has emerged as a silent epidemic affecting people across all age groups. The compulsive need to check smartphones, binge-watch videos, or endlessly scroll through social media feeds has transformed from a bad habit into a serious behavioral disorder. The roots of this addiction lie in how technology is designed. Social media platforms and gaming apps employ psychologists to create features that trigger dopamine release, making disengagement difficult. For students, this manifests as decreased attention spans and poor academic performance. Working professionals find their productivity plummeting due to constant digital distractions. Families sit together physically but remain emotionally disconnected, each absorbed in their digital worlds. The consequences are alarming. Mental health professionals report rising cases of anxiety and depression linked to social media comparison. Physically, prolonged screen time causes insomnia, obesity, and vision problems. Societally, we're witnessing the erosion of meaningful human connections as virtual interactions replace face-to-face communication. Solutions require multi-level interventions. Individuals must practice digital detoxes and set strict usage boundaries. Tech companies need ethical reforms in product design, removing manipulative features like infinite scroll. Governments should implement regulations similar to China's gaming restrictions for minors. Educational institutions must teach digital literacy to help students navigate technology responsibly. The path forward isn't abandoning technology but developing a balanced relationship with it. Just as we learned to control fire without getting burned, we must master technology without letting it consume our lives. বাংলা অনুবাদ: ডিজিটাল আসক্তির প্রভাব আধুনিক এই ডিজিটাল যুগে স্মার্টফোন, সোশ্যাল মিডিয়া এবং গেমিং আসক্তি একটি নীরব মহামারীর রূপ নিয়েছে। সকল বয়সের মানুষই এখন মোবাইলের স্ক্রিনে আটকে থাকার এই প্রবণতায় আক্রান্ত। এই আসক্তির মূল কারণ প্রযুক্তির নকশায় নিহিত। সোশ্যাল মিডিয়া প্ল্যাটফর্ম এবং গেমিং অ্যাপগুলি মনোবিজ্ঞানীদের সহায়তায় এমন বৈশিষ্ট্য তৈরি করে যা ব্যবহারকারীদের মস্তিষ্কে ডোপামিন নিঃসরণ বাড়ায়, ফলে তারা আরও বেশি সময় ডিজিটাল ডিভাইসে কাটায়। শিক্ষার্থীদের ক্ষেত্রে এটি মনোযোগের অভাব এবং পড়াশোনায় দুর্বল ফলাফলের কারণ হয়। চাকরিজীবীদের উৎপাদনশীলতা কমে যায় ডিজিটাল ডিভাইসের অতিরিক্ত ব্যবহারে। পারিবারিক সম্পর্কেও এর প্রভাব পড়ে—সবাই একসাথে বসেও প্রত্যেকে নিজের মোবাইলে ব্যস্ত থাকে। এর ফলাফল ভয়াবহ। মানসিক স্বাস্থ্য বিশেষজ্ঞরা সোশ্যাল মিডিয়ার কারণে উদ্বেগ এবং বিষণ্ণতার রোগী বাড়তে দেখছেন। শারীরিকভাবে, দীর্ঘক্ষণ স্ক্রিনের দিকে তাকিয়ে থাকার ফলে ঘুমের সমস্যা, স্থূলতা এবং চোখের রোগ দেখা দিচ্ছে। সামাজিকভাবে, মানুষের মধ্যে বাস্তব যোগাযোগ কমে ভার্চুয়াল জগতে সীমাবদ্ধ হয়ে পড়ছে। এই সমস্যার সমাধান বহুমুখী পদক্ষেপের মাধ্যমে সম্ভব। ব্যক্তিগতভাবে ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স এবং স্ক্রিন টাইম লিমিট করা জরুরি। প্রযুক্তি কোম্পানিগুলোকে নৈতিকভাবে পণ্য ডিজাইন করতে হবে—অনন্ত স্ক্রলের মতো আসক্তি তৈরি করে এমন বৈশিষ্ট্য বাদ দিতে হবে। সরকারের উচিত চীনের মতো অপ্রাপ্তবয়স্কদের গেমিং সময় সীমিত করার নীতি প্রণয়ন করা। শিক্ষা প্রতিষ্ঠানগুলোতে ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা শিক্ষা দেওয়া প্রয়োজন যাতে শিক্ষার্থীরা প্রযুক্তি ব্যবহারে ভারসাম্য বজায় রাখতে পারে। প্রযুক্তি বর্জন নয়, বরং এর সাথে সুস্থ সম্পর্ক গড়ে তোলাই আমাদের লক্ষ্য হওয়া উচিত। যেমন আমরা আগুন নিয়ন্ত্রণ করতে শিখেছি, তেমনি প্রযুক্তিকেও আমাদের নিয়ন্ত্রণে রাখতে হবে—যাতে এটি আমাদের জীবনকে গ্রাস না করে। Composition / Essay Writing Digital Addiction Digital addiction means spending too much time on phones, tablets, computers, or video games. Today, many children, even in primary school, use digital devices every day. They play games, watch cartoons, and use social media or YouTube. Sometimes, they use phones for studying, but they also spend a lot of time on fun apps. The main cause of digital addiction is easy access to the internet and gadgets. Parents often give their phones to children to keep them quiet or busy. Children quickly enjoy games and videos, and then they want to use them more and more. This becomes a habit, and soon they find it hard to stop. Digital addiction has many bad effects. Children who use screens too much may not do well in school. They may stop reading books or doing homework. They often feel tired and do not sleep well because they use screens late at night. Their eyes can become weak, and they may get headaches. Some children also become angry or sad if they cannot use their devices. They do not play outside, and they stop talking with friends or family. This makes them lonely and unhappy. We must find ways to stop digital addiction. Parents and teachers should set rules about screen time. Children should only use devices for a short time each day. It is good to have “no phone” times during meals or before bedtime. Children should play outside, read books, and spend more time with family. Schools can also teach students about the problems of using screens too much. If we use digital tools wisely, they can help us learn and have fun. But if we use them too much, they can harm us. So, we must use them with care and balance. Students’ Digital Addiction Digital addiction among students is a growing problem in today’s world. Many students, from primary school to college, are spending too much time on digital devices like smartphones, tablets, computers, and gaming consoles. These devices are useful for learning, but when students use them too much for entertainment, it becomes a serious issue. The internet, social media apps, online games, and video-sharing platforms like YouTube or TikTok are fun and easy to use, so students often forget to stop. One of the main causes of digital addiction is boredom or stress. When students feel lonely, tired, or unhappy, they turn to their phones or games to escape. Also, many parents are busy and do not notice how much time their children are spending on screens. The effects of digital addiction are harmful. Students who are addicted to digital devices often find it hard to concentrate in class. They may stop doing homework on time and lose interest in reading or writing. Some students stay up late watching videos or chatting online, which affects their sleep. They feel tired in the morning and cannot focus at school. Spending too much time online can also cause eye problems, headaches, and poor posture. Emotionally, students may become angry, lazy, or depressed. They may lose real-life friends and prefer to live in the digital world, which is not healthy for their social life. To solve this problem, we need strong action from both parents and teachers. Parents should watch how much time their children spend online and set limits. There should be screen-free times every day, especially during meals, homework, and before bed. Students should be encouraged to join outdoor games, hobbies, or family activities. Schools can teach students about healthy screen use and the dangers of addiction. With balance and guidance, students can enjoy digital tools without becoming addicted. Key Points: Students’ Digital Addiction – Key Points 🔹 Introduction Digital addiction among students is a rising problem. Many students use smartphones, tablets, and computers too much. Technology is useful, but overuse for entertainment is harmful. 🔹 Causes of Digital Addiction Easy access to social media, games, and videos (like YouTube, TikTok). Boredom, loneliness, stress, or lack of real-life activities. Parents may be too busy to monitor screen time. No fixed rules or limits on daily screen use. 🔹 Effects of Digital Addiction Poor focus and low performance in school. Delay in completing homework and loss of interest in studies. Lack of sleep due to staying up late on devices. Physical health problems: eye strain, headaches, poor posture. Emotional problems: laziness, anger, sadness, and anxiety. Social problems: less real-life interaction and fewer friends. 🔹 Solutions to Digital Addiction Parents should set clear rules for screen time. Encourage screen-free times during meals, study, and bedtime. Promote outdoor games, creative hobbies, and family bonding. Schools should teach students about healthy digital habits. Teachers and parents must work together to guide students. 🔹 Conclusion Digital tools are helpful but must be used wisely. With care and balance, students can enjoy technology without addiction. Vocabulary: Vocabulary Words on Digital Addiction (with Bangla Meanings) A. Causes & Triggers (কারণ ও উদ্দীপক) Addiction – আসক্তি Internet – ইন্টারনেট Smartphone – স্মার্টফোন Social media – সামাজিক মাধ্যম Gaming – গেম খেলা Streaming – স্ট্রিমিং Notifications – নোটিফিকেশন Instant gratification – তাত্ক্ষণিক সন্তুষ্টি FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) – কিছু মিস করার ভয় Peer pressure – সহপাঠীদের চাপ Boredom – একঘেয়েমি Escapism – বাস্তবতা থেকে পালানোর প্রবণতা Loneliness – একাকীত্ব Curiosity – কৌতূহল Accessibility – সহজলভ্যতা Overuse – অতিরিক্ত ব্যবহার Unlimited data – সীমাহীন ডেটা Free Wi-Fi – বিনামূল্যে ওয়াই-ফাই Lack of supervision – পর্যবেক্ষণের অভাব Parental neglect – অভিভাবকদের অবহেলা B. Symptoms & Behaviors (লক্ষণ ও আচরণ) Compulsion – বাধ্যতা Craving – আকাঙ্ক্ষা Withdrawal – প্রত্যাহার Irritability – রাগান্বিততা Restlessness – অস্থিরতা Insomnia – নিদ্রাহীনতা Neglect – অবহেলা Procrastination – বিলম্ব করা Distraction – মনোযোগ বিচ্যুতি Multitasking – একাধিক কাজ একসাথে করা Overstimulation – অতিরিক্ত উদ্দীপনা Mood swings – মেজাজের পরিবর্তন Depression – বিষণ্নতা Anxiety – উদ্বেগ Aggression – আগ্রাসন Isolation – বিচ্ছিন্নতা Fatigue – ক্লান্তি Eye strain – চোখের চাপ Headache – মাথাব্যথা Back pain – পিঠের ব্যথা C. Academic Impact (শিক্ষাগত প্রভাব) Poor grades – খারাপ ফলাফল Lack of concentration – মনোযোগের অভাব Missed deadlines – নির্ধারিত সময়সীমা মিস করা Incomplete assignments – অসম্পূর্ণ অ্যাসাইনমেন্ট Absenteeism – অনুপস্থিতি Low participation – কম অংশগ্রহণ Cheating – প্রতারণা Plagiarism – চৌর্যবৃত্তি Reduced productivity – উৎপাদনশীলতার হ্রাস Academic probation – একাডেমিক পর্যবেক্ষণ D. Social Consequences (সামাজিক পরিণতি) Social withdrawal – সামাজিক বিচ্ছিন্নতা Communication gap – যোগাযোগের ফাঁক Relationship issues – সম্পর্কের সমস্যা Family conflict – পারিবারিক দ্বন্দ্ব Peer alienation – সহপাঠীদের থেকে বিচ্ছিন্নতা Cyberbullying – সাইবার বুলিং Online harassment – অনলাইন হয়রানি Trust issues – বিশ্বাসের সমস্যা Lack of empathy – সহানুভূতির অভাব Reduced social skills – সামাজিক দক্ষতার হ্রাস E. Psychological Effects (মানসিক প্রভাব) Stress – চাপ Low self-esteem – আত্মসম্মানের অভাব Identity crisis – পরিচয় সংকট Emotional numbness – আবেগহীনতা Obsessive behavior – আবেশপূর্ণ আচরণ Paranoia – সন্দেহপ্রবণতা Delusion – বিভ্রম Hallucination – ভ্রম Impulse control disorder – আকস্মিক আচরণ নিয়ন্ত্রণের ব্যাধি Behavioral disorder – আচরণগত ব্যাধি F. Physical Health Issues (শারীরিক স্বাস্থ্য সমস্যা) Obesity – স্থূলতা Sedentary lifestyle – স্থির জীবনধারা Poor posture – খারাপ অঙ্গবিন্যাস Carpal tunnel syndrome – কব্জির স্নায়ু চাপজনিত ব্যথা Dry eyes – শুষ্ক চোখ Sleep deprivation – ঘুমের অভাব Nutritional deficiency – পুষ্টির অভাব Lack of exercise – ব্যায়ামের অভাব Chronic fatigue – দীর্ঘস্থায়ী ক্লান্তি Weakened immunity – দুর্বল প্রতিরোধ ক্ষমতা G. Digital Platforms & Tools (ডিজিটাল প্ল্যাটফর্ম ও সরঞ্জাম) Facebook – ফেসবুক Instagram – ইনস্টাগ্রাম TikTok – টিকটক YouTube – ইউটিউব Snapchat – স্ন্যাপচ্যাট WhatsApp – হোয়াটসঅ্যাপ Discord – ডিসকর্ড Reddit – রেডিট Online games – অনলাইন গেম Streaming services – স্ট্রিমিং সেবা H. Preventive Measures (প্রতিরোধমূলক ব্যবস্থা) Digital detox – ডিজিটাল ডিটক্স Screen time limit – স্ক্রিন সময় সীমা Parental control – অভিভাবকীয় নিয়ন্ত্রণ Time management – সময় ব্যবস্থাপনা Scheduled breaks – নির্ধারিত বিরতি Offline activities – অফলাইন কার্যক্রম Physical exercise – শারীরিক ব্যায়াম Mindfulness – সচেতনতা Counseling – পরামর্শ Support groups – সহায়তা গোষ্ঠী I. Treatment & Recovery (চিকিৎসা ও পুনরুদ্ধার) Therapy – থেরাপি Rehabilitation – পুনর্বাসন Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – জ্ঞানীয় আচরণগত থেরাপি Medication – ওষুধ Psychiatrist – মনোরোগ বিশেষজ্ঞ Psychologist – মনোবিজ্ঞানী Support system – সহায়তা ব্যবস্থা Relapse prevention – পুনরায় আসক্তি প্রতিরোধ Motivational interviewing – প্রেরণামূলক সাক্ষাৎকার Self-help strategies – আত্ম-সহায়তা কৌশল J. Educational Strategies (শিক্ষাগত কৌশল) Digital literacy – ডিজিটাল সাক্ষরতা Awareness programs – সচেতনতা প্রোগ্রাম Workshops – কর্মশালা Seminars – সেমিনার Curriculum integration – পাঠ্যক্রমে সংযোজন Interactive learning – ইন্টারেক্টিভ শেখা Project-based learning – প্রকল্পভিত্তিক শিক্ষা Collaborative tasks – সহযোগিতামূলক কাজ Feedback mechanisms – প্রতিক্রিয়া ব্যবস্থা Assessment tools – মূল্যায়ন সরঞ্জাম K. Parental Involvement (অভিভাবকদের অংশগ্রহণ) Monitoring – পর্যবেক্ষণ Guidance – দিকনির্দেশনা Communication – যোগাযোগ Rule-setting – নিয়ম নির্ধারণ Positive reinforcement – ইতিবাচক উৎসাহ Role modeling – আদর্শ স্থাপন Joint activities – যৌথ কার্যক্রম Educational support – শিক্ষাগত সহায়তা Emotional support – আবেগীয় সহায়তা Conflict resolution – দ্বন্দ্ব সমাধান L. Technological Solutions (প্রযুক্তিগত সমাধান) App blockers – অ্যাপ ব্লকার Usage trackers – ব্যবহার ট্র্যাকার Screen time apps – স্ক্রিন সময় অ্যাপ Parental control software – অভিভাবকীয় নিয়ন্ত্রণ সফটওয়্যার Content filters – বিষয়বস্তু ফিল্টার Device settings – ডিভাইস সেটিংস Notification management – নোটিফিকেশন ব্যবস্থাপনা Time-lock features – সময়-লক বৈশিষ্ট্য Focus modes – ফোকাস মোড Productivity tools – উৎপাদনশীলতা সরঞ্জাম M. Community & Policy Measures (সম্প্রদায় ও নীতিমালা) School policies – স্কুল নীতিমালা Government regulations – সরকারি বিধিমালা Awareness campaigns – সচেতনতা অভিযান Community programs – সম্প্রদায় প্রোগ্রাম Public service announcements – জনস Public service announcements – জনসেবামূলক ঘোষণা Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) – বেসরকারি সংস্থা Helplines – সহায়তা হেল্পলাইন Youth counselling centres – কিশোর পরামর্শ কেন্দ্র Community awareness – সমাজ সচেতনতা Policy enforcement – নীতিমালার প্রয়োগ Digital Addiction: An Analysis of Causes, Effects, and Solutions 1. Causes of Digital Addiction Psychological Factors Dopamine-Driven Feedback Loops: Social media likes, gaming rewards, and notifications trigger dopamine release, reinforcing compulsive use. Escapism: Digital platforms provide an escape from stress, loneliness, or real-world problems. Fear of Missing Out (FOMO): Constant connectivity creates anxiety about being left out of social interactions or trends. Low Self-Control: Impulsivity and poor self-regulation increase vulnerability to excessive screen time. Social & Environmental Factors Peer Pressure: Social norms push individuals to stay online for validation (e.g., Instagram likes, TikTok trends). Parental Influence: Children mimic parents' excessive device usage. Work & Study Demands: Remote work/online education blurs boundaries between productivity and addiction. Technological & Design Factors Algorithmic Manipulation: AI-driven content recommendations (YouTube, Netflix) encourage binge-watching. Infinite Scroll & Autoplay: Features like TikTok’s endless feed make it hard to disengage. Microtransactions & Gamification: Apps (e.g., mobile games, shopping sites) exploit psychological triggers to prolong engagement. 2. Effects of Digital Addiction Mental Health Consequences Anxiety & Depression: Excessive social media use correlates with low self-esteem and depressive symptoms. Attention Deficits: Constant multitasking reduces focus (e.g., ADHD-like symptoms). Sleep Disorders: Blue light exposure disrupts melatonin production, leading to insomnia. Physical Health Risks Digital Eye Strain (Computer Vision Syndrome): Prolonged screen exposure causes headaches, dry eyes, and blurred vision. Sedentary Lifestyle: Increased risk of obesity, cardiovascular diseases, and musculoskeletal disorders (e.g., "text neck"). Poor Posture & Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI): Long-term smartphone/gaming use leads to carpal tunnel syndrome. Social & Behavioral Impacts Social Isolation: Virtual interactions replace real-life relationships, increasing loneliness. Decline in Academic/Work Performance: Procrastination and reduced productivity due to distractions. Financial Losses: Overspending on in-app purchases, gambling, or impulsive online shopping. Long-Term Societal Effects Decreased Empathy: Reduced face-to-face interactions weaken emotional intelligence. Cyberbullying & Online Harassment: Excessive social media use increases exposure to toxic behavior. Erosion of Privacy: Over-sharing leads to data exploitation and identity theft risks. 3. Solutions to Combat Digital Addiction A. Individual-Level Strategies Behavioral Changes Set Screen Time Limits: Use built-in tools (iOS Screen Time, Google Digital Wellbeing). Practice Digital Minimalism: Delete unnecessary apps and disable non-essential notifications. Implement the 20-20-20 Rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds to reduce eye strain. Mindfulness & Alternative Activities Digital Detox Days: Schedule tech-free periods (e.g., weekends without social media). Engage in Offline Hobbies: Sports, reading, painting, or outdoor activities. Meditation & Journaling: Helps reduce dependency on digital validation. B. Family & Educational Interventions For Parents Lead by Example: Limit personal screen time in front of children. Establish Tech-Free Zones: No devices during meals or in bedrooms. Use Parental Controls: Restrict gaming/social media access (e.g., Qustodio, Net Nanny). For Schools & Universities Digital Literacy Programs: Teach students about responsible tech use. Encourage Offline Socialization: Promote group activities, debates, and sports. Regulate Classroom Device Use: Ban phones during lectures to improve focus. C. Corporate & Policy Measures Tech Industry Responsibility Ethical Design Reforms: Remove infinite scroll and autoplay features. Introduce "usage warnings" (e.g., "You’ve been scrolling for 1 hour"). Transparent Algorithms: Allow users to customize content recommendations. Government Regulations Right to Disconnect Laws: Protect employees from after-hours work messages (e.g., France’s labor code). Age Restrictions on Microtransactions: Ban loot boxes in games targeting minors (e.g., Belgium’s ban). Public Awareness Campaigns: Promote mental health risks of digital addiction. 4. Case Studies & Real-World Examples China’s Gaming Restrictions: Limits minors to 3 hours of gaming per week. EU’s Digital Services Act (DSA): Requires tech giants to mitigate addictive design. South Korea’s "Shutdown Law": Bans under-16s from online gaming after midnight. 5. Future Outlook AI & Wearable Tech: Apps like "Freedom" and "Forest" help users track and reduce screen time. Neuroscientific Research: Studies on brain rewiring due to excessive screen use. Corporate Accountability: Potential lawsuits against tech companies for addictive designs (similar to tobacco lawsuits). Final Recommendation A multi-pronged approach—combining self-discipline, education, ethical tech design, and policy reforms—is essential to curb digital addiction. Balanced digital consumption ensures technology enhances, rather than disrupts, human well-being. ডিজিটাল আসক্তি: কারণ, প্রভাব এবং সমাধান ১. ডিজিটাল আসক্তির কারণ মনস্তাত্ত্বিক কারণ ডোপামিন-চালিত ফিডব্যাক লুপ: সোশ্যাল মিডিয়া লাইক, গেমিং রিওয়ার্ড এবং নোটিফিকেশন ডোপামিন নিঃসরণ বাড়ায়, যা compulsive ব্যবহারকে উৎসাহিত করে। বাস্তবতা থেকে পলায়ন: ডিজিটাল প্ল্যাটফর্ম স্ট্রেস, একাকিত্ব বা বাস্তব সমস্যা থেকে মুক্তির উপায় হিসেবে কাজ করে। FOMO (ফিয়ার অফ মিসিং আউট): অনলাইনে ক্রমাগত সংযুক্ত থাকার চাপ সামাজিক উদ্বেগ সৃষ্টি করে। আত্মনিয়ন্ত্রণের অভাব: যাদের আত্মসংযম কম, তারা সহজেই স্ক্রিন টাইম বাড়িয়ে ফেলে। সামাজিক ও পরিবেশগত কারণ সহপীদের প্রভাব: সোশ্যাল মিডিয়ায় লাইক বা ট্রেন্ডে থাকার চাপ অতিরিক্ত ব্যবহার বাড়ায়। পারিবারিক অভ্যাস: বাবা-মায়ের অতিরিক্ত ফোন ব্যবহার শিশুদেরকেও প্রভাবিত করে। অফিস/স্টাডির চাহিদা: অনলাইন কাজ বা পড়াশোনার কারণে ডিজিটাল ডিভাইসের ব্যবহারের সীমা blur হয়ে যায়। প্রযুক্তিগত নকশার কারণ অ্যালগরিদমের ম্যানিপুলেশন: YouTube, Netflix-এর অটোপ্লে বা সুপারিশমালা অতিরিক্ত ব্যবহারে উৎসাহিত করে। অনন্ত স্ক্রল: TikTok বা Instagram-এর endless ফিড ব্যবহারকারীকে disengage করতে দেয় না। মাইক্রো-ট্রানজেকশন: গেম বা শপিং অ্যাপে অতিরিক্ত খরচের প্রবণতা তৈরি করে। ২. ডিজিটাল আসক্তির প্রভাব মানসিক স্বাস্থ্যের উপর প্রভাব অ্যাংজাইটি ও ডিপ্রেশন: সোশ্যাল মিডিয়া ব্যবহারের সাথে আত্মবিশ্বাসের অভাব এবং বিষণ্ণতা জড়িত। মনোযোগের অভাব: মাল্টিটাস্কিং মস্তিষ্কের focus কমিয়ে দেয়। ঘুমের ব্যাঘাত: ব্লু লাইট melatonin উৎপাদনে বাধা দেয়, যার ফলে insomnia হতে পারে। শারীরিক স্বাস্থ্যের ঝুঁকি চোখের সমস্যা: দীর্ঘক্ষণ স্ক্রিনের দিকে তাকিয়ে থাকলে মাথাব্যথা, চোখ শুষ্ক হয়ে যায়। নিষ্ক্রিয় জীবনযাপন: স্থূলতা, হৃদরোগ এবং পেশীর সমস্যা দেখা দেয়। পোস্টারের সমস্যা: অতিরিক্ত ফোন ব্যবহারে ঘাড় ও কবজিতে ব্যথা হয়। সামাজিক ও আচরণগত প্রভাব একাকিত্ব: ভার্চুয়াল যোগাযোগ বাস্তব সম্পর্ককে দুর্বল করে। পড়াশোনা/কর্মদক্ষতা হ্রাস: ডিজিটাল ডিভাইসের কারণে সময় নষ্ট হয়, উৎপাদনশীলতা কমে। অর্থনৈতিক ক্ষতি: গেম বা অনলাইন শপিংয়ে অতিরিক্ত টাকা খরচ হয়। দীর্ঘমেয়াদী সামাজিক প্রভাব সহানুভূতির অভাব: বাস্তব জীবনের কম যোগাযোগের কারণে মানবিক মূল্যবোধ কমে যায়। সাইবার বুলিং: অনলাইনে হয়রানি বা ট্রোলিং বৃদ্ধি পায়। প্রাইভেসি ঝুঁকি: ব্যক্তিগত তথ্য চুরি বা অপব্যবহারের সম্ভাবনা থাকে। ৩. ডিজিটাল আসক্তি কমানোর উপায় ব্যক্তিগত পদক্ষেপ স্ক্রিন টাইম লিমিট সেট করুন: ফোনের built-in টুল (Screen Time, Digital Wellbeing) ব্যবহার করুন। অপ্রয়োজনীয় অ্যাপ ডিলিট করুন: শুধুমাত্র জরুরি নোটিফিকেশন চালু রাখুন। ২০-২০-২০ রুল মেনে চলুন: প্রতি ২০ মিনিটে ২০ সেকেন্ডের জন্য ২০ ফুট দূরের কিছু দেখুন। পরিবার ও শিক্ষা প্রতিষ্ঠানের ভূমিকা বাচ্চাদের জন্য নিয়ম: বেডরুম বা ডিনিং টেবিলে ফোন ব্যবহার নিষিদ্ধ করুন। স্কুলে ফোন নিষেধ: ক্লাসে মনোযোগ বাড়াতে ফোন ব্যবহার বন্ধ করুন। ডিজিটাল লিটারেসি শেখান: শিশুদের ইন্টারনেটের সঠিক ব্যবহার শেখান। সরকার ও টেক কোম্পানির দায়িত্ব অ্যাডিক্টিভ ডিজাইন বন্ধ করুন: অটোপ্লে, ইনফিনাইট স্ক্রল বন্ধ করতে আইন প্রণয়ন করুন। গেমিং নিয়ন্ত্রণ: অপ্রাপ্তবয়স্কদের জন্য গেমিং সময় সীমিত করুন (চায়নার উদাহরণ অনুসরণ)। পাবলিক অ্যাওয়ারনেস: ডিজিটাল আসক্তির ক্ষতিকর দিক সম্পর্কে সচেতনতা বাড়ান। ৪. সফল উদাহরণ চীন: সপ্তাহে ৩ ঘন্টার বেশি গেমিং নিষিদ্ধ (অপ্রাপ্তবয়স্কদের জন্য)। ইইউ: ডিজিটাল সার্ভিসেস অ্যাক্ট (DSA) প্রযুক্তি কোম্পানিদের দায়বদ্ধ করে। সাউথ কোরিয়া: রাত ১২টার পর গেমিং নিষিদ্ধ ("শাটডাউন ল")। ৫. ভবিষ্যতের দিকনির্দেশনা AI-ভিত্তিক সমাধান: অ্যাপস (Freedom, Forest) স্ক্রিন টাইম কমাতে সাহায্য করে। স্নায়ুবিজ্ঞান গবেষণা: অতিরিক্ত স্ক্রিন ব্যবহার মস্তিষ্কের গঠন বদলে দিতে পারে। কর্পোরেট দায়বদ্ধতা: টোব্যাকো কোম্পানির মতো টেক জায়ান্টদের বিরুদ্ধে মামলা হতে পারে।

The Story of an Hour Kate Chopin Knowing that Mrs. Mallard was afflicted with a heart trouble, great care was taken to break to her as gently as possible the news of her husband's death. It was her sister Josephine who told her. in broken sentences: veiled hints that revealed in half concealing. Her husband's friend Richards was there, loo, near her. Il was he who had been in the newspaper office when intelligence of the railroad disaster was received, with Brently Mallard's name leading the list of "killed." He had only taken the time to assure himself of its truth by a second telegram, and had hastened to forestall any less careful, less tender friend in bearing the sad message. She did not hear the story as many women have heard the same, with a paralysed inability to accept its significance. She wept at once, with sudden, wild abandonment, in her sister's arms. When the storm of grief had spent itself she went away to her room alone. She would have no one follow her. There stood, facing the open window, a comfortable, roomy armchair. Into this she sank, pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body and seemed to reach into her soul. She could see in the open square before her house Lhe tops of trees that were all aquiver with the new spring life. The delicious breath of rain was in the air. In the street below' a peddler was crying his wares. The notes of a distant song which some one was singing reached her faintly, and countless sparrows were twittering in the eaves. There were patches of blue sky showing here and there through the clouds that had met and piled one above the other in the west facing her window. She sat with her head thrown back upon the cushion of the chair, quite motionless, except when a sob came up into her throat and shook her, as a child who has cried itself to sleep continues to sob in its dreams. She was young, with a fair, calm face, whose lines bespoke repression and even a certain strength. But now there was a dull stare in her eyes, whose gaze was fixed away off yonder on one of those patches of blue sky. It was not a glance of reflection, but rather indicated a suspension of intelligent thought. There was something coming to her and she was waiting for it, fearfully. What was it? She did not know; it was too subtle and elusive to name. But she fell it, creeping out of the sky, reaching toward her through the sounds, the scents, the color that filled the air. Now her bosom rose and fell tumultuously. She was beginning to recognize this thing that was approaching to possess her, and she was striving to beat it back with her will - as powerless as her two white slender hands would have been. Questions with Answers: (1) How did Mrs. Mallard react after she went to her room alone? After Mrs. Mallard went to her room, she sat down in a comfortable armchair by the window. She was physically tired and exhausted. As she looked outside, she began to feel a strange emotion growing inside her. Her breathing became more intense, and she started to recognize that the emotion was a sense of freedom. She was quiet, except for the occasional sob. (2) What did Mrs. Mallard notice when she looked out the window? When Mrs. Mallard looked out the window, she saw the tops of trees shaking in the breeze, full of new spring life. She smelled the fresh rain in the air, heard a peddler calling out his wares, and noticed the song of someone singing faintly in the distance. The lively sounds and sights around her filled her with a sense of life and change. (3) How did Mrs. Mallard feel about her future after hearing the news? After hearing the news about her husband's death, Mrs. Mallard began to feel a sense of relief and freedom. She whispered "free, free, free" to herself, realizing that she no longer had to live under the constraints of her marriage. She felt a strong, almost overwhelming desire to live her life for herself. (4) What did Mrs. Mallard's reaction to her husband's death reveal about her marriage? Mrs. Mallard’s reaction revealed that her marriage, while perhaps loving, was also a burden to her. She did not feel sorrow for the loss of her husband as much as she felt a sense of freedom. This suggests that she may have been trapped in a restrictive, controlled life and was yearning for independence. (5) How did Mrs. Mallard’s emotions change from the beginning to the end of the story? At the beginning of the story, Mrs. Mallard was deeply saddened by the news of her husband’s death. She wept in grief, but after being alone in her room, her emotions shifted. She began to feel relief, then a growing sense of freedom. By the end of the story, her emotions had completely changed from sorrow to joy at the prospect of her new life, only to be shocked by her husband's return. More Questions with Answers (a) Why was great care taken to inform Mrs. Mallard about her husband's death? Mrs. Mallard had a heart problem, so her family and friends were very careful when giving her the news about her husband’s death. They worried that if the news was too shocking or upsetting, it might harm her health. So, they tried to tell her gently, taking extra care not to cause her too much stress or sadness. (b) Who told Mrs. Mallard about her husband's death? Mrs. Mallard’s sister, Josephine, was the one who told her about her husband’s death. Josephine spoke in broken sentences and gave hints, trying to be as gentle as possible. She wanted to be careful with her words because she knew how fragile Mrs. Mallard’s health was. (c) Where was Richards when he learned about the accident? Richards was in a newspaper office when he first learned about the railroad accident that killed many people, including Mrs. Mallard’s husband, Brently Mallard. He saw Brently’s name on the list of people who had died in the disaster. (d) What steps did Richards take to confirm Brently Mallard's death? After seeing Brently’s name on the list of the dead, Richards made sure the news was true by sending another telegram. He didn’t want to upset Mrs. Mallard with false information, so he confirmed it before going to tell her. He also wanted to make sure no one else told her in a careless or harsh way. (e) How did Mrs. Mallard initially react to the news of her husband's death? At first, Mrs. Mallard was very sad and cried a lot. She cried with sudden, intense grief, and it seemed like all her emotions came out at once. She wept in her sister Josephine’s arms. After she calmed down, she went to her room alone to be by herself and think quietly. (f) Where did Mrs. Mallard go after hearing the news? After hearing the news of her husband’s death, Mrs. Mallard went to her room alone. She asked for no one to follow her. She wanted to be alone in her private space to process what had happened. (g) What did Mrs. Mallard see and hear from the open window in her room? From her room, Mrs. Mallard looked out the window and saw the tops of trees moving in the breeze, filled with the new life of spring. The fresh, pleasant scent of rain was in the air. She could hear a peddler calling out his goods on the street below, a faint song being sung in the distance, and sparrows chirping from the roof. All these sounds and sights made her feel the world outside was alive and full of energy. (h) What feeling began to approach Mrs. Mallard as she sat in the chair? As Mrs. Mallard sat quietly in the chair, she began to feel a strange and new feeling coming over her. She didn’t know exactly what it was, but it seemed to be coming from the air, the sky, and everything around her. It felt like something big was going to happen, but she wasn’t sure what it was. She tried to push the feeling away, but it was too strong and powerful to ignore. (i) What words did Mrs. Mallard whisper repeatedly? Mrs. Mallard whispered the words “free, free, free” over and over. These words showed that, deep inside, she felt a sense of freedom. Even though she had just lost her husband, she was beginning to realize that she was now free from the responsibilities and restrictions of her marriage. She felt as if she could now live her life on her own terms. (j) Who was with Mrs. Mallard when she received the news of her husband's death? When Mrs. Mallard first heard about her husband’s death, her sister Josephine and Brently Mallard’s friend, Richards, were with her. They both were concerned for her health and wanted to make sure she received the news in the gentlest way possible. Bangla Translation: The Story of an Hour Kate Chopin Knowing that Mrs. Mallard was afflicted with a heart trouble, great care was taken to break to her as gently as possible the news of her husband's death.মিসেস ম্যালার্ড হৃদরোগে আক্রান্ত ছিলেন জানার পর, তার স্বামীর মৃত্যুর খবরটি খুবই যত্ন সহকারে এবং নরমভাবে তাকে জানানো হয়েছিল। It was her sister Josephine who told her, in broken sentences: veiled hints that revealed in half concealing.তার বোন, জোসেফিন, তাকে খবরটি দিয়েছিল, ভাঙা বাক্যে, অর্ধেক গোপন করা ইঙ্গিত দিয়ে। Her husband's friend Richards was there, too, near her. He was he who had been in the newspaper office when intelligence of the railroad disaster was received, with Brently Mallard's name leading the list of "killed."তার স্বামীর বন্ধু রিচার্ডসও সেখানে ছিল। তিনি ছিলেন সেই ব্যক্তি, যিনি সংবাদপত্রের অফিসে ছিলেন যখন রেলপথের দুর্ঘটনার খবর এসেছিল, যেখানে ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ডের নাম প্রথমে "মৃত" তালিকায় ছিল। He had only taken the time to assure himself of its truth by a second telegram, and had hastened to forestall any less careful, less tender friend in bearing the sad message.তিনি সঠিক তথ্য নিশ্চিত করার জন্য দ্বিতীয় টেলিগ্রাম পাঠানোর সময় নিয়েছিলেন এবং দ্রুত এই দুঃখজনক খবরটি মিসেস ম্যালার্ডকে জানানোর জন্য অগ্রসর হয়েছিলেন। She did not hear the story as many women have heard the same, with a paralysed inability to accept its significance.সে খবরটি অনেক মহিলার মতো শোনেনি, যারা প্রথমে তা মেনে নিতে অক্ষম হয়। She wept at once, with sudden, wild abandonment, in her sister's arms.সে তৎক্ষণাৎ, বিক্ষিপ্তভাবে, তার বোনের বাহুতে কাঁদতে শুরু করেছিল। When the storm of grief had spent itself she went away to her room alone.যখন শোকের ঝড় শান্ত হয়ে গেল, তখন সে একা তার ঘরে চলে গিয়েছিল। She would have no one follow her.সে চেয়েছিল না কেউ তার পিছনে আসুক। There stood, facing the open window, a comfortable, roomy armchair.তার সামনে একটি খোলামেলা জানালার দিকে facing একটি আরামদায়ক, প্রশস্ত আর্মচেয়ার দাঁড়িয়ে ছিল। Into this she sank, pressed down by a physical exhaustion that haunted her body and seemed to reach into her soul.এই চেয়ারে সে বসে পড়ল, শারীরিক ক্লান্তিতে চাপা পড়ে, যা তার শরীরকে নিঃশেষ করে দিচ্ছিল এবং তার আত্মায় পৌঁছে যাচ্ছিল। She could see in the open square before her house the tops of trees that were all aquiver with the new spring life.সে তার বাড়ির সামনে খোলা চত্বরে গাছগুলির চূড়াগুলিকে দেখতে পাচ্ছিল, যা নতুন বসন্তের জীবনে কাঁপছিল। The delicious breath of rain was in the air.বাতাসে বৃষ্টির সুমধুর গন্ধ ছিল। In the street below a peddler was crying his wares.নিচে রাস্তায় একজন ঠেলাগাড়িচালক তার মালামাল ডাকছিল। The notes of a distant song which someone was singing reached her faintly, and countless sparrows were twittering in the eaves.দূরের এক গান কেউ গাইছিল এবং তার সুর ধীরে ধীরে তার কানে পৌঁছাচ্ছিল, আর অসংখ্য চড়াই তার বাড়ির ছাদে চীচিং করতে থাকল। There were patches of blue sky showing here and there through the clouds that had met and piled one above the other in the west facing her window.মেঘগুলি পশ্চিমে তার জানালার দিকে একের পর এক জমে উঠছিল, এবং মাঝে মাঝে আকাশের নীল অংশ দেখা যাচ্ছিল। She sat with her head thrown back upon the cushion of the chair, quite motionless, except when a sob came up into her throat and shook her, as a child who has cried itself to sleep continues to sob in its dreams.সে মাথা পেছনে রেখে চেয়ারের কুশনে বসে ছিল, একদম নড়াচড়া ছাড়া, যখন কখনও একটা কাঁপুনি তার গলায় উঠে আসত, যেমন একটি শিশু ঘুমিয়ে যাওয়ার পরও কাঁপতে থাকে। She was young, with a fair, calm face, whose lines bespoke repression and even a certain strength.সে ছিল তরুণ, একটি শান্ত, উজ্জ্বল মুখ ছিল, যার রেখাগুলি দমন এবং শক্তির ইঙ্গিত দিচ্ছিল। But now there was a dull stare in her eyes, whose gaze was fixed away off yonder on one of those patches of blue sky.কিন্তু এখন তার চোখে একটি অস্পষ্ট দৃষ্টি ছিল, যার দৃষ্টি তার সামনে আকাশের নীল অংশে স্থির ছিল। It was not a glance of reflection, but rather indicated a suspension of intelligent thought.এটা ছিল চিন্তার প্রতিফলন নয়, বরং বুদ্ধিমত্তার চিন্তা স্থগিত হয়ে যাওয়ার ইঙ্গিত। There was something coming to her and she was waiting for it, fearfully.কিছু একটা তার দিকে আসছিল এবং সে আতঙ্কিতভাবে সেটি অপেক্ষা করছিল। What was it? She did not know; it was too subtle and elusive to name.সেটা কী ছিল? সে জানত না, তা খুব সূক্ষ্ম এবং অস্পষ্ট ছিল যা সে নাম দিতে পারছিল না। But she felt it, creeping out of the sky, reaching toward her through the sounds, the scents, the color that filled the air.কিন্তু সে তা অনুভব করছিল, আকাশ থেকে তার দিকে আসছে, যে শব্দ, গন্ধ, এবং রঙ তাকে ঘিরে ফেলছিল। Now her bosom rose and fell tumultuously.এখন তার বুক উত্তালভাবে ওঠানামা করছিল। She was beginning to recognize this thing that was approaching to possess her, and she was striving to beat it back with her will—as powerless as her two white slender hands would have been.সে বুঝতে শুরু করেছিল, যা তার দিকে আসছিল এবং তাকে দখল করতে চাইছিল। সে তা বাধা দেওয়ার জন্য নিজের ইচ্ছাশক্তি দিয়ে চেষ্টা করছিল—যেমন তার দুটো সাদা, স্লিম হাত ছিল তেমনই দুর্বল। Bangla Translation বাংলা অনুবাদ: কেট চোপিনের "দ্য স্টোরি অব অ্যান আওয়ার" মিসেস ম্যালার্ড হৃদরোগে আক্রান্ত ছিলেন জানার পর, তার স্বামীর মৃত্যুর খবরটি খুবই যত্ন সহকারে এবং নরমভাবে তাকে জানানো হয়েছিল। তার বোন, জোসেফিন, তাকে খবরটি দিয়েছিল, ভাঙা বাক্যে, অর্ধেক গোপন করা ইঙ্গিত দিয়ে। তার স্বামীর বন্ধু রিচার্ডসও সেখানে ছিল। তিনি ছিলেন সেই ব্যক্তি, যিনি সংবাদপত্রের অফিসে ছিলেন যখন রেলপথের দুর্ঘটনার খবর এসেছিল, যেখানে ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ডের নাম প্রথমে "মৃত" তালিকায় ছিল। তিনি সঠিক তথ্য নিশ্চিত করার জন্য দ্বিতীয় টেলিগ্রাম পাঠানোর সময় নিয়েছিলেন এবং দ্রুত এই দুঃখজনক খবরটি মিসেস ম্যালার্ডকে জানানোর জন্য অগ্রসর হয়েছিলেন। সে খবরটি অনেক মহিলার মতো শোনেনি, যারা প্রথমে তা মেনে নিতে অক্ষম হয়। সে তৎক্ষণাৎ, বিক্ষিপ্তভাবে, তার বোনের বাহুতে কাঁদতে শুরু করেছিল। যখন শোকের ঝড় শান্ত হয়ে গেল, তখন সে একা তার ঘরে চলে গিয়েছিল। সে চেয়েছিল না কেউ তার পিছনে আসুক। তার সামনে একটি খোলামেলা জানালার দিকে facing একটি আরামদায়ক, প্রশস্ত আর্মচেয়ার দাঁড়িয়ে ছিল। এই চেয়ারে সে বসে পড়ল, শারীরিক ক্লান্তিতে চাপা পড়ে, যা তার শরীরকে নিঃশেষ করে দিচ্ছিল এবং তার আত্মায় পৌঁছে যাচ্ছিল। সে তার বাড়ির সামনে খোলা চত্বরে গাছগুলির চূড়াগুলিকে দেখতে পাচ্ছিল, যা নতুন বসন্তের জীবনে কাঁপছিল। বাতাসে বৃষ্টির সুমধুর গন্ধ ছিল। নিচে রাস্তায় একজন ঠেলাগাড়িচালক তার মালামাল ডাকছিল। দূরের এক গান কেউ গাইছিল এবং তার সুর ধীরে ধীরে তার কানে পৌঁছাচ্ছিল, আর অসংখ্য চড়াই তার বাড়ির ছাদে চীচিং করতে থাকল। মেঘগুলি পশ্চিমে তার জানালার দিকে একের পর এক জমে উঠছিল, এবং মাঝে মাঝে আকাশের নীল অংশ দেখা যাচ্ছিল। সে মাথা পেছনে রেখে চেয়ারের কুশনে বসে ছিল, একদম নড়াচড়া ছাড়া, যখন কখনও একটা কাঁপুনি তার গলায় উঠে আসত, যেমন একটি শিশু ঘুমিয়ে যাওয়ার পরও কাঁপতে থাকে। সে ছিল তরুণ, একটি শান্ত, উজ্জ্বল মুখ ছিল, যার রেখাগুলি দমন এবং শক্তির ইঙ্গিত দিচ্ছিল। কিন্তু এখন তার চোখে একটি অস্পষ্ট দৃষ্টি ছিল, যার দৃষ্টি তার সামনে আকাশের নীল অংশে স্থির ছিল। এটা ছিল চিন্তার প্রতিফলন নয়, বরং বুদ্ধিমত্তার চিন্তা স্থগিত হয়ে যাওয়ার ইঙ্গিত। কিছু একটা তার দিকে আসছিল এবং সে আতঙ্কিতভাবে সেটি অপেক্ষা করছিল। সেটা কী ছিল? সে জানত না, তা খুব সূক্ষ্ম এবং অস্পষ্ট ছিল যা সে নাম দিতে পারছিল না। কিন্তু সে তা অনুভব করছিল, আকাশ থেকে তার দিকে আসছে, যে শব্দ, গন্ধ, এবং রঙ তাকে ঘিরে ফেলছিল। এখন তার বুক উত্তালভাবে ওঠানামা করছিল। সে বুঝতে শুরু করেছিল, যা তার দিকে আসছিল এবং তাকে দখল করতে চাইছিল। সে তা বাধা দেওয়ার জন্য নিজের ইচ্ছাশক্তি দিয়ে চেষ্টা করছিল—যেমন তার দুটো সাদা, স্লিম হাত ছিল তেমনই দুর্বল। Vocabulary: vocabulary words from The Story of an Hour  by Kate Chopin with their Bangla meanings: Afflicted - আঘাতপ্রাপ্ত Heart - হৃদয় Trouble - সমস্যা Care - যত্ন Break - ভাঙ্গা Gently - নরমভাবে News - খবর Husband's - স্বামীর Death - মৃত্যু Sister - বোন Told - বলেছিল Broken - ভাঙা Sentences - বাক্য Hints - ইঙ্গিত Concealing - গোপন করা Friend - বন্ধু There - সেখানে Near - কাছে Newspaper - সংবাদপত্র Disaster - বিপর্যয় Received - পাওয়া Leading - প্রধান Killed - নিহত Telegram - টেলিগ্রাম Truth - সত্য Assure - নিশ্চিত করা Hastened - তাড়াতাড়ি করা Forestall - আগে পা রাখা Less - কম Careful - যত্নশীল Tender - কোমল Story - গল্প Women - মহিলারা Paralysed - পক্ষাঘাতগ্রস্ত Inability - অক্ষমতা Accept - গ্রহণ করা Significance - গুরুত্ব Wept - কাঁদল Wild - বন্য Abandonment - পরিত্যাগ Arms - বাহু Storm - ঝড় Grief - শোক Spent - শেষ Room - ঘর Alone - একা Follow - অনুসরণ করা Chair - চেয়ার Facing - মুখোমুখি Open - খোলা Comfortable - আরামদায়ক Sink - ডুবে যাওয়া Pressed - চাপানো Physical - শারীরিক Exhaustion - অবসাদ Haunted - আক্রান্ত Body - শরীর Soul - আত্মা See - দেখা Square - চত্বর Tops - শীর্ষ Trees - গাছ Quiver - কাঁপানো Spring - বসন্ত Life - জীবন Breath - শ্বাস Rain - বৃষ্টি Air - বাতাস Peddler - ফেরিওয়ালা Crying - ডাকছে Waresh - পণ্য Notes - সুর Distant - দূরবর্তী Song - গান Faintly - মৃদু Sparrows - চড়াই Twittering - চিৎকার করা Eaves - ছাদ Patches - ছিদ্র Clouds - মেঘ Showing - প্রদর্শন Blue - নীল Sky - আকাশ Back - পিছনে Cushion - কুশন Motionless - অচল Sob - কাঁদা Child - শিশু Sleep - ঘুম Glance - দৃষ্টি Reflection - প্রতিফলন Suspension - স্থগিত Intelligent - বুদ্ধিমান Thought - চিন্তা Something - কিছু Waiting - অপেক্ষা Fearfully - ভয় পেয়ে Name - নাম Subtle - সূক্ষ্ম Elusive - অস্পষ্ট Summary & Theme of "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin Summary: Mrs. Louise Mallard, a woman with a heart condition, is gently informed of her husband’s death in a train accident. Initially, she reacts with overwhelming grief, weeping in her sister’s arms. However, when she retreats alone to her room, she begins to sense an unexpected feeling of freedom . As she gazes out the window at signs of spring—birds singing, patches of blue sky—she realizes she is now liberated from the constraints of marriage. Though she resists this emotion at first, she eventually embraces it, whispering, "Free! Body and soul free!" Tragically, her husband, Brently Mallard, returns unharmed, and the shock of seeing him alive causes her heart to fail—killing her instantly. Doctors declare she died of "joy that kills." Theme: The story explores female oppression in marriage and the desire for independence . Mrs. Mallard’s brief moment of self-realization highlights how societal expectations suffocated women in the 19th century. Her death symbolizes how freedom, once glimpsed, cannot be taken away without fatal consequences. বাংলা অনুবাদ: "দ্য স্টোরি অফ আ্ন আওয়ার" – কেট শোপাঁ সারাংশ: হৃদরোগে আক্রান্ত লুইস ম্যালার্ডকে তার স্বামীর মৃত্যুসংবাদ খুব সতর্কভাবে দেওয়া হয়। প্রথমে তিনি প্রচণ্ড শোকে কাঁদেন, কিন্তু যখন একা ঘরে যান, তখন স্বাধীনতা এর একটি অদ্ভুত অনুভূতি তার মধ্যে জন্ম নেয়। জানালা দিয়ে দেখা বসন্তের দৃশ্য—পাখির ডাক, নীল আকাশ—তাকে নতুন জীবনের ইঙ্গিত দেয়। তিনি বুঝতে পারেন যে বিবাহের বন্ধন থেকে তিনি মুক্ত । তিনি নিজেকে বলতে থাকেন, "মুক্ত! শরীর ও মন মুক্ত!" কিন্তু হঠাৎ তার স্বামী, ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ড, অক্ষত অবস্থায় ফিরে এলে, এই অপ্রত্যাশিত ঘটনায় তার হৃদযন্ত্র বিকল হয়ে যায়। ডাক্তাররা বলেন, তিনি "অত্যধিক আনন্দে" মারা গেছেন। প্রধান বিষয়: গল্পটি বিবাহে নারীর দমন এবং স্বাধীনতার আকাঙ্ক্ষা নিয়ে আলোচনা করে। মিসেস ম্যালার্ডের মুহূর্তের স্বাধীনতার অনুভূতি ১৯শতকের সমাজে নারীদের উপর চাপানো নিয়মের বিরুদ্ধে বিদ্রোহ। তার মৃত্যু ইঙ্গিত দেয় যে, স্বাধীনতা একবার আস্বাদিত হলে, তা কেড়ে নেওয়ার চেষ্টা মৃত্যুর সমান। Key Takeaways: Irony: Her death is called "joy that kills," but she actually dies from losing her newfound freedom. Symbolism: The open window = freedom; heart trouble = emotional confinement. Feminist Critique: Challenges the idea that marriage equals happiness for women.

The Story of an Hour Kate Chopin When she abandoned herself a little whispered word escaped her slightly parted lips. She said it over and over under her breath: ’’free, free, free!” The vacant stare and the look of terror that had followed it went from her eyes. They stayed keen and bright. Her pulses beat fast, and the coursing blood warmed and relaxed every inch of her body. She did not stop to ask if it were or were not a monstrous joy that held her. A clear and exalted perception enabled her to dismiss the suggestion as trivial. She knew that she would weep again when she saw the kind, tender hands folded in death; the face that had never looked save with love upon her, fixed and gray and dead. But she saw beyond that bitter moment a long procession of years to come that would belong to her absolutely. And she opened and spread her arms out to them in welcome. There would be no one to live for during those coming years; she would live for herself. There would be no powerful will bending hers in that blind persistence with which men and women believe they have a right to impose a private will upon a fellow-creature. A kind intention or a cruel intention made the act seem no less a crime as she looked upon it in that brief moment of illumination. And yet she had loved him - sometimes. Often she had not. What did it matter! What could love, the unsolved mystery, count for in face of this possession of self-assertion which she suddenly recognized as the strongest impulse of her being! ’’Free! Body and soul free!" she kept whispering. Josephine was kneeling before the closed door with her lips to the keyhole, imploring for admission. "Louise, open the door! I beg. open the door - you will make yourself ill. What arc you doing Louise? For heaven's sake open the door." "Go away. I am not making myself ill." No; she was drinking in a very elixir of life through that open window. Her fancy was running riot along those days ahead of her. Spring days, and summer days, and all sorts of days that would be her own. She breathed a quick prayer that life might be long. Il was only yesterday she had thought with a shudder that life might be long. She arose at length and opened the door to her sister's importunities. There was a feverish triumph in her eyes, and she carried herself unwittingly like a goddess of Victory. She clasped her sister's waist, and together they descended the stairs. Richards stood waiting for them at the bottom. Someone was opening the front door with a latchkey. Il was Brenlly Mallard who entered, a little travel-stained, composedly carrying his grip-sack and umbrella. He had been far from the scene of accident, and did not even know there had been one. He stood amazed at Josephine's piercing cry; at Richards' quick motion to screen him from the view of his wife. But Richards was too late. When the doctors came they said she had died of heart disease of joy that kills. Questions with Answers: 1. Who had brought the news of Mr. Brently Mallard’s death? The news of Mr. Brently Mallard’s death was brought to Mrs. Mallard by her sister, Josephine, in a gentle and careful manner. Along with her, Mr. Mallard’s friend, Richards, was also present to support her when the news was given. 2. How did Mr. Mallard die, according to the rumor? According to the rumor, Mr. Mallard died in a terrible railroad accident. The news of his death was reported in the newspaper, and his name was at the top of the list of people who had been killed in the disaster. 3. Why was everyone scared of breaking the news to Mrs. Mallard? Everyone was scared to break the news to Mrs. Mallard because she had a weak heart. They were afraid that hearing the sad news would shock her too much and cause her to have a serious reaction, possibly even harming her health. 4. How did Mrs. Mallard react after getting the death news? After hearing the news, Mrs. Mallard initially felt a wave of grief and cried uncontrollably in her sister’s arms. Her reaction was immediate, and she wept deeply. However, after her tears slowed, she went to her room alone to process the news more privately. 5. How did her reactions change when she went to her room? When Mrs. Mallard went to her room, she began to feel differently. Instead of continuing to feel sadness, she started to realize something unexpected: the death of her husband meant she was now free. She sat quietly in a chair, staring out the window, and began to feel a sense of peace and joy as she thought about her new life ahead. 6. Why do you think Mrs. Mallard felt happy and free? Mrs. Mallard felt happy and free because she understood that her husband's death would give her the chance to live for herself. In her marriage, she had been controlled and restricted by her husband's will, and now she could do whatever she wanted. This freedom made her feel both relieved and happy, which surprised her. 7. What do you mean by the statement “a joy that kills”? The phrase "a joy that kills" refers to the moment when Mrs. Mallard saw her husband alive after believing he had died. The overwhelming shock and joy of realizing that he was not dead caused her to have a heart attack. The joy was so powerful that it led to her sudden death, as her heart could not handle the extreme emotion. 8. What happened to Mrs. Mallard at the end of the story? At the end of the story, Mrs. Mallard died from heart disease, which the doctors described as “a joy that kills.” After seeing her husband alive, the shock and sudden joy were too much for her heart. Sadly, she passed away, and her death was caused by the overwhelming emotional reaction to the situation. More Questions with Answers (a) How did Mrs. Mallard's emotions change after realizing her newfound freedom? At first, Mrs. Mallard felt deep sadness and cried a lot after hearing about her husband's death. But when she was alone in her room, her feelings started to change. She began to feel a sense of relief and happiness, realizing that she was now free to live her own life. (b) What did Mrs. Mallard anticipate about her future? Mrs. Mallard imagined a future where she could live for herself without anyone controlling her. She saw many years ahead of her, full of freedom and joy, where she could make her own decisions and enjoy life in her own way. (c) Why did Mrs. Mallard believe living for herself was important? Mrs. Mallard felt that in marriage, her husband had controlled her life, even if he had good intentions. Now, with him gone, she could live for herself and not for anyone else. She believed that true happiness came from having the freedom to make her own choices. (d) What was Mrs. Mallard's perspective on her love for her husband? Mrs. Mallard admitted that she had loved her husband sometimes, but not always. She realized that love was not as important to her as personal freedom. She felt that even though her husband had been kind, he had still made decisions for her, which took away her independence. (e) How did Mrs. Mallard describe the strongest impulse of her being? Mrs. Mallard described the strongest feeling inside her as a desire for freedom. She realized that the most powerful force in her life was the need to live for herself, without anyone else's influence or control. (f) Why did Josephine plead with Mrs. Mallard to open the door? Josephine was worried that Mrs. Mallard would make herself sick by staying alone in her room for too long. She knocked on the door and begged her sister to open it, afraid that she was suffering too much. (g) What did Mrs. Mallard feel as she looked out of the window? As Mrs. Mallard looked out of the window, she felt a sense of hope and freedom. She saw the blue sky, trees, and birds singing, which made her feel that a new and exciting life was waiting for her. (h) How did Mrs. Mallard appear when she opened the door? When Mrs. Mallard finally opened the door, she looked very different. There was a bright, victorious look in her eyes, and she carried herself with confidence, as if she had won something important. (i) What unexpected event occurred as Mrs. Mallard descended the stairs? As Mrs. Mallard came down the stairs with her sister, something shocking happened—her husband, Brently Mallard, walked in through the front door. He had not died in the accident as everyone had thought. (j) Why was Richards quick to shield Brently from Mrs. Mallard's view? Richards knew that Mrs. Mallard had a weak heart, and he was afraid that seeing her husband alive would shock her too much. He tried to stop her from seeing him, but it was too late. (k) How did Mrs. Mallard react to seeing her husband alive? When Mrs. Mallard saw her husband, she was so shocked that she could not handle it. The emotions were too overwhelming for her heart, and she collapsed. (l) What was the doctors' conclusion about Mrs. Mallard's death? The doctors said that Mrs. Mallard had died of "a joy that kills." They believed that the sudden happiness of seeing her husband alive was too much for her weak heart to handle. (m) What had actually caused Mrs. Mallard's death? In reality, Mrs. Mallard died because of shock and disappointment. She had just accepted her new freedom and happiness, and suddenly, it was taken away. The loss of her dream was too much for her heart. (n) How does the open window symbolize Mrs. Mallard's feelings? The open window represents Mrs. Mallard's freedom and new life. As she looked outside, she saw nature, fresh air, and blue skies, which made her feel hopeful and excited about her future. (o) What is ironic about Mrs. Mallard's death? The irony is that everyone thought she died from happiness, but in reality, she died from disappointment. She had just started to enjoy her freedom, but it was taken away in an instant, which caused her heart to fail. (p) What is the central theme of "The Story of an Hour"? The main theme of the story is freedom and independence . It shows how Mrs. Mallard felt trapped in her marriage and how she found unexpected happiness in the thought of living for herself. It also highlights how society often limits women's freedom. Bangla Translation: The Story of an Hour (English with Bangla Translation Sentence-wise) 1. When she abandoned herself a little whispered word escaped her slightly parted lips. যখন সে নিজেকে সম্পূর্ণরূপে হারিয়ে ফেলল, তখন তার সামান্য ফাঁক হয়ে থাকা ঠোঁট থেকে একটি ফিসফিস করা শব্দ বেরিয়ে এলো। 2. She said it over and over under her breath: "free, free, free!" সে শব্দটি বারবার বলছিল: "স্বাধীন, স্বাধীন, স্বাধীন!" 3. The vacant stare and the look of terror that had followed it went from her eyes. শূন্য দৃষ্টি এবং ভয়ের চেহারা, যা তার চোখে ছিল, তা অদৃশ্য হয়ে গেল। 4. They stayed keen and bright. তার চোখে তীক্ষ্ণতা ও উজ্জ্বলতা ফিরে এলো। 5. Her pulses beat fast, and the coursing blood warmed and relaxed every inch of her body. তার হৃদস্পন্দন দ্রুত হচ্ছিল, এবং প্রবাহিত রক্ত তার শরীরের প্রতিটি অংশকে উষ্ণ ও শিথিল করছিল। 6. She did not stop to ask if it were or were not a monstrous joy that held her. সে থামেনি এটা ভাবতে যে এটা কোনো ভয়ঙ্কর আনন্দ ছিল কি না যা তাকে ধরে রেখেছে। 7. A clear and exalted perception enabled her to dismiss the suggestion as trivial. একটি স্বচ্ছ ও উন্নত উপলব্ধি তাকে এই ধারণাটিকে তুচ্ছ বলে উড়িয়ে দিতে সাহায্য করেছিল। 8. She knew that she would weep again when she saw the kind, tender hands folded in death. সে জানত, যখন সে মৃত্যুতে ভাঁজ করা কোমল ও দয়ালু হাত দেখবে, তখন সে আবার কাঁদবে। 9. But she saw beyond that bitter moment a long procession of years to come that would belong to her absolutely. কিন্তু সেই তিক্ত মুহূর্তের পর, সে এক দীর্ঘ বছরের সারি দেখতে পেল যা সম্পূর্ণরূপে তার নিজের হবে। 10. "Free! Body and soul free!" she kept whispering. "স্বাধীন! শরীর ও আত্মা স্বাধীন!" সে ফিসফিস করে বলতেই থাকল। 11. Josephine was kneeling before the closed door with her lips to the keyhole, imploring for admission. জোসেফিন বন্ধ দরজার সামনে হাঁটু গেড়ে বসেছিল, তার ঠোঁট চাবির ছিদ্রের কাছে, প্রবেশের জন্য অনুনয় করছিল। 12. Someone was opening the front door with a latchkey. কেউ সামনের দরজার তালা খুলছিল। 13. It was Brently Mallard who entered, a little travel-stained, composedly carrying his grip-sack and umbrella. এটি ছিল ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ড, যে ঢুকল, কিছুটা ভ্রমণের ক্লান্তিতে আবৃত, শান্তভাবে তার ব্যাগ ও ছাতা বহন করে। 14. When the doctors came, they said she had died of heart disease—of joy that kills. যখন ডাক্তাররা এল, তারা বলল, সে হৃদরোগে মারা গেছে - সেই আনন্দে, যা মেরে ফেলে। Bangla Translation বাংলা অনুবাদ: যখন সে নিজেকে সম্পূর্ণরূপে হারিয়ে ফেলল, তখন তার সামান্য ফাঁক হয়ে থাকা ঠোঁট থেকে একটি ফিসফিস করা শব্দ বেরিয়ে এলো। সে শব্দটি বারবার বলছিল: "স্বাধীন, স্বাধীন, স্বাধীন!" শূন্য দৃষ্টি এবং ভয়ের চেহারা, যা তার চোখে ছিল, তা অদৃশ্য হয়ে গেল। তার চোখে তীক্ষ্ণতা ও উজ্জ্বলতা ফিরে এলো। তার হৃদস্পন্দন দ্রুত হচ্ছিল, এবং প্রবাহিত রক্ত তার শরীরের প্রতিটি অংশকে উষ্ণ ও শিথিল করছিল। সে থামেনি এটা ভাবতে যে এটা কোনো ভয়ঙ্কর আনন্দ ছিল কি না যা তাকে ধরে রেখেছে। একটি স্বচ্ছ ও উন্নত উপলব্ধি তাকে এই ধারণাটিকে তুচ্ছ বলে উড়িয়ে দিতে সাহায্য করেছিল। সে জানত, যখন সে মৃত্যুতে ভাঁজ করা কোমল ও দয়ালু হাত দেখবে, যখন সে সেই মুখ দেখবে যা তাকে ভালোবাসা ছাড়া অন্য কিছুতে কখনো দেখেনি, তখন সে আবার কাঁদবে। কিন্তু সেই তিক্ত মুহূর্তের পর, সে এক দীর্ঘ বছরের সারি দেখতে পেল যা সম্পূর্ণরূপে তার নিজের হবে। এবং সে তার বাহু খুলে তাদের স্বাগত জানাল। সেই আসন্ন বছরগুলিতে বেঁচে থাকার জন্য আর কেউ থাকবে না; সে শুধুমাত্র নিজের জন্য বাঁচবে। এমন কোনো শক্তিশালী ইচ্ছা থাকবে না যা তার উপর চাপানো হবে, সেই অন্ধ অধ্যবসায়ের সাথে, যার মাধ্যমে মানুষ বিশ্বাস করে যে তারা অন্যের উপর তাদের ব্যক্তিগত ইচ্ছা চাপানোর অধিকার রাখে। সদয় হোক বা নিষ্ঠুর, এই কাজটিকে সে একই অপরাধ হিসেবেই দেখল, যখন সে এই সংক্ষিপ্ত মুহূর্তে এর প্রকৃত অর্থ উপলব্ধি করল। তবুও, সে তাকে ভালোবাসত - কখনো কখনো। অনেক সময় সে ভালোবাসত না। তাতে কী আসে যায়! ভালোবাসা, যা এক অনুধাবিত রহস্য, তা কতটুকু গুরুত্ব পেতে পারে, যখন সে হঠাৎ করে উপলব্ধি করল যে আত্মনিশ্চয়তার এই অধিকারই তার অস্তিত্বের সবচেয়ে শক্তিশালী অনুভূতি! "স্বাধীন! শরীর ও আত্মা স্বাধীন!" সে ফিসফিস করে বলতেই থাকল। জোসেফিন বন্ধ দরজার সামনে হাঁটু গেড়ে বসেছিল, তার ঠোঁট চাবির ছিদ্রের কাছে, প্রবেশের জন্য অনুনয় করছিল। "লুইস, দরজা খোলো! আমি মিনতি করি, দরজা খোলো - তুমি নিজেকে অসুস্থ করে তুলবে। তুমি কী করছ লুইস? ঈশ্বরের দোহাই, দরজা খোলো!" "চলে যাও। আমি নিজেকে অসুস্থ করছি না।" না, সে সেই খোলা জানালা দিয়ে জীবনের এক মহৌষধ পান করছিল। তার কল্পনা ভবিষ্যতের দিনগুলোর দিকে অস্থির হয়ে ছুটে যাচ্ছিল। বসন্তের দিন, গ্রীষ্মের দিন, এবং এমন সব দিন যা কেবল তার নিজের হবে। সে দ্রুত একটি প্রার্থনা করল যেন জীবন দীর্ঘ হয়। কেবল গতকালই সে কেঁপে উঠেছিল এই ভাবনায় যে জীবন দীর্ঘ হতে পারে। অবশেষে, সে উঠে দাঁড়াল এবং তার বোনের অনুরোধের জন্য দরজা খুলে দিল। তার চোখে এক উত্তেজিত বিজয়ের ছাপ ছিল, এবং সে নিজেকে অনিচ্ছাকৃতভাবে এক বিজয়ী দেবীর মতো ধরে রেখেছিল। সে তার বোনের কোমর জড়িয়ে ধরল, এবং তারা একসাথে সিঁড়ি বেয়ে নিচে নেমে এলো। রিচার্ডস নিচে অপেক্ষা করছিল। কেউ সামনের দরজার তালা খুলছিল। এটি ছিল ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ড, যে ঢুকল, কিছুটা ভ্রমণের ক্লান্তিতে আবৃত, শান্তভাবে তার ব্যাগ ও ছাতা বহন করে। সে দুর্ঘটনার স্থান থেকে অনেক দূরে ছিল, এমনকি জানতও না যে এমন কিছু ঘটেছে। সে জোসেফিনের তীব্র চিৎকারে বিস্মিত হয়ে দাঁড়িয়ে রইল; রিচার্ডস দ্রুত তাকে তার স্ত্রীর দৃষ্টির বাইরে রাখার চেষ্টা করল। কিন্তু রিচার্ডস দেরি করে ফেলেছিল। যখন ডাক্তাররা এল, তারা বলল, সে হৃদরোগে মারা গেছে - সেই আনন্দে, যা মেরে ফেলে। Vocabulary: vocabulary words from the passage with their Bangla meanings: Abandoned - পরিত্যক্ত Whispered - ফিসফিসানো Escaped - পালিয়ে গিয়েছিল Slightly - সামান্য Parted - আলাদা Lips - ঠোঁট Over - বারবার Breath - শ্বাস Vacant - শূন্য Stare - তাকানো Look - দৃষ্টি Terror - সন্ত্রাস Followed - অনুসরণ করা Went - চলে গিয়েছিল Eyes - চোখ Stayed - স্থির Keen - তীক্ষ্ণ Bright - উজ্জ্বল Pulses - ধমনীর স্পন্দন Beat - ঠুকানো Fast - দ্রুত Coursing - প্রবাহিত হওয়া Blood - রক্ত Warmed - গরম Relaxed - শিথিল Inch - ইঞ্চি Stop - থামানো Ask - জিজ্ঞাসা করা Monstrous - ভয়ানক Joy - আনন্দ Held - ধরে রাখা Clear - পরিষ্কার Exalted - মহিমান্বিত Perception - উপলব্ধি Enable - সক্ষম করা Dismiss - সরিয়ে দেওয়া Suggestion - পরামর্শ Trivial - তুচ্ছ Weep - কাঁদা Kind - দয়ালু Tender - কোমল Hands - হাত Folded - ভাঁজ করা Death - মৃত্যু Looked - দেখা Love - ভালোবাসা Fixed - স্থির Gray - ধূসর Beyond - পেরিয়ে Bitter - তিক্ত Moment - মুহূর্ত Procession - শোভাযাত্রা Belong - অন্তর্ভুক্ত হওয়া Absolutely - সম্পূর্ণভাবে Opened - খোলা Spread - ছড়ানো Arms - বাহু Welcome - স্বাগতম Powerful - শক্তিশালী Bending - বেঁকা Blind - অন্ধ Persistence - অধ্যবসায় Believe - বিশ্বাস করা Right - অধিকার Impose - চাপানো Private - ব্যক্তিগত Fellow-creature - সহযাত্রী Intention - উদ্দেশ্য Cruel - নিষ্ঠুর Crime - অপরাধ Brief - সংক্ষিপ্ত Illumination - আলোকসজ্জা Loved - ভালোবাসা Sometimes - কখনও কখনও Often - প্রায়ই Matter - ব্যাপার Count - গোনা Face - মুখ Mystery - রহস্য Possession - অধিকার Self-assertion - আত্মবিশ্বাস Recognized - চিহ্নিত Strongest - সবচেয়ে শক্তিশালী Impulse - প্রবৃত্তি Being - অস্তিত্ব Body - শরীর Soul - আত্মা Kept - রাখা Kneeling - হাঁটু গেড়ে বসা Implore - মিনতি করা Admission - প্রবেশ Heaven's sake - ঈশ্বরের দয়া Elixir - অমৃত Fancy - কল্পনা Running - চলা Riot - অরাজকতা Prayer - প্রার্থনা Triumph - বিজয় Goddess - দেবী Travel-stained - সফর-দূষিত Summary & Theme of "The Story of an Hour" by Kate Chopin Summary: Mrs. Louise Mallard, a woman with a heart condition, is gently informed of her husband’s death in a train accident. Initially, she reacts with overwhelming grief, weeping in her sister’s arms. However, when she retreats alone to her room, she begins to sense an unexpected feeling of freedom . As she gazes out the window at signs of spring—birds singing, patches of blue sky—she realizes she is now liberated  from the constraints of marriage. Though she resists this emotion at first, she eventually embraces it, whispering, "Free! Body and soul free!"  Tragically, her husband, Brently Mallard, returns unharmed, and the shock of seeing him alive causes her heart to fail—killing her instantly. Doctors declare she died of "joy that kills." Theme: The story explores female oppression in marriage  and the desire for independence . Mrs. Mallard’s brief moment of self-realization highlights how societal expectations suffocated women in the 19th century. Her death symbolizes how freedom, once glimpsed, cannot be taken away without fatal consequences. বাংলা অনুবাদ: "দ্য স্টোরি অফ আ্ন আওয়ার" – কেট শোপাঁ সারাংশ: হৃদরোগে আক্রান্ত লুইস ম্যালার্ডকে তার স্বামীর মৃত্যুসংবাদ খুব সতর্কভাবে দেওয়া হয়। প্রথমে তিনি প্রচণ্ড শোকে কাঁদেন, কিন্তু যখন একা ঘরে যান, তখন স্বাধীনতা  এর একটি অদ্ভুত অনুভূতি তার মধ্যে জন্ম নেয়। জানালা দিয়ে দেখা বসন্তের দৃশ্য—পাখির ডাক, নীল আকাশ—তাকে নতুন জীবনের ইঙ্গিত দেয়। তিনি বুঝতে পারেন যে বিবাহের বন্ধন থেকে তিনি মুক্ত । তিনি নিজেকে বলতে থাকেন, "মুক্ত! শরীর ও মন মুক্ত!"  কিন্তু হঠাৎ তার স্বামী, ব্রেন্টলি ম্যালার্ড, অক্ষত অবস্থায় ফিরে এলে, এই অপ্রত্যাশিত ঘটনায় তার হৃদযন্ত্র বিকল হয়ে যায়। ডাক্তাররা বলেন, তিনি "অত্যধিক আনন্দে"  মারা গেছেন। প্রধান বিষয়: গল্পটি বিবাহে নারীর দমন  এবং স্বাধীনতার আকাঙ্ক্ষা  নিয়ে আলোচনা করে। মিসেস ম্যালার্ডের মুহূর্তের স্বাধীনতার অনুভূতি ১৯শতকের সমাজে নারীদের উপর চাপানো নিয়মের বিরুদ্ধে বিদ্রোহ। তার মৃত্যু ইঙ্গিত দেয় যে, স্বাধীনতা একবার আস্বাদিত হলে, তা কেড়ে নেওয়ার চেষ্টা মৃত্যুর সমান। Key Takeaways: Irony:  Her death is called "joy that kills," but she actually dies from losing her newfound freedom. Symbolism:  The open window = freedom; heart trouble = emotional confinement. Feminist Critique:  Challenges the idea that marriage equals happiness for women.

Two students discussing their exam after coming out of the examination hall Palash:  Hey, Liton! How did your exam go today? Were you able to answer all the questions? Liton:  Honestly, not so well. Some of the questions were tougher than I expected. What about you? Palash:  I didn't do as well as I had hoped. I couldn’t prepare properly because I was sick for a few days before the exam. Liton:  Oh, that’s unfortunate. I struggled a lot, especially with questions 2 and 4. They weren’t familiar to me at all, and I found them really difficult. Palash:  Oh, really? I didn’t find them that hard. In fact, I think all the questions were quite easy this time. Liton:  Well, that’s because you’re a brilliant student! You always grasp things quickly, so your experience is different from mine. Palash:  Come on, Liton! Still, I don’t think the paper was that difficult. Even an average student should be able to secure at least 50% marks. Liton:  Maybe you’re right, but I was thinking about students who struggle more with the subject. For them, it might have been a bit tricky. Palash:  I understand your point, but I didn't see anyone looking too upset after the exam. That’s a good sign! Liton:  You’re always so positive, Palash. I wish I had your confidence! Palash:  Well, there’s nothing we can do now except wait for the results. Let’s hope for the best! Liton:  Yes, that’s all we can do. Fingers crossed! Write a Dialogue between two friends about after coming out Examination Hall   Monisha: Hello, Ohana. How have you done in today's paper?    Ohana: It's cool. But you look excited. What happened to you?   Monisha: Oh! I have had a horrible experience this day. The questions frightened me from the very beginning. It was my effort that I could save me somehow.    Ohana: But I have answered all the questions. To speak the truth, all the questions were somewhat hard and stiff. But I could carry on rather with ease.   Monisha: The questions no 2 and 4 were not common to me. Overall questions seemed very hard to me.    Ohana: I don't think so. It seemed very hard to you as you did not study well owning to your illness.   Monisha: Your idea may be wrong or right. I do not know. But it is true that you are a bright student. So, your case is different.    Ohana: Still the paper as a whole is not so hard to carry 50% marks.   Monisha: I am speaking of the average students.    Ohana: I did not see any student depressed.   Monisha: What are you saying? For ordinary students like me the questions were definitely difficult.    Ohana: The questions on grammar were very easy. Besides, the students have been asked to write an essay on such a subject that is very common.   Monisha: Do not forget that you are one of the good boys in our class. By the way, I wonder if our examiners ever feel for us.    Ohana: They are all sensible men. The point is that we neglect our work and so we suffer in the long run.   Monisha: In this case I agree with you. However, I am happy to see that you are very optimistic.    Ohana: Let's hope for the best and be serious from now on.      Write a Dialogue between two friends about after coming out Examination Hall Advanced Monisha: Greetings, Ohana. How did you fare in today's examination? Ohana: It went decently for me. However, you seem quite elated. What's the cause for your enthusiasm? Monisha: Oh, I've had a rather dreadful experience today. The questions were intimidating right from the start. I had to muster all my effort to salvage the situation. Ohana: I managed to tackle all the questions myself. To be honest, they were rather challenging and demanding. Nevertheless, I navigated through them quite smoothly. Monisha: Questions 2 and 4 were unfamiliar territory for me. In general, the entire set of questions appeared exceedingly daunting. Ohana: I beg to differ. It probably felt that way because you weren't adequately prepared due to your recent illness. Monisha: Your assessment may hold some truth or not, I can't say for sure. What is undeniable is your academic prowess, which sets you apart. Ohana: Nonetheless, the overall paper wasn't too formidable to secure at least 50% marks. Monisha: I'm referring to the average students, mind you. Ohana: I didn't observe any students appearing despondent. Monisha: How can you say that? For students like me, the questions were undeniably challenging. Ohana: The questions on grammar were quite straightforward. Additionally, the essay topic was quite commonplace. Monisha: Don't forget that you are one of the top students in our class. By the way, I wonder if our examiners ever empathize with us. Ohana: They are all reasonable individuals. The crux of the matter is that we sometimes neglect our studies, and that's why we face difficulties in the long run. Monisha: I concur in this regard. Nevertheless, it's heartening to see your optimism. Ohana: Let's remain hopeful and commit to a more diligent approach from now on.               A dialogue between two students coming out of examination centre Qamar  :  Hello, Rizwan! How are you?   Rizwan  :  I am not fine today.   Qamar  :  Why?   Rizwan  :  I could not solve my paper properly.   Qamar  :  But question paper was very easy.   Rizwan  :  No really the examination is a great curse.   Qamar  :  Don't tell me! You should prepare for the examination in time. Look, I am very happy and my paper is correct more than eighty percent. But I am sorry, I could not solve a question due to the shortage of time. But my performance in examination is very fine. Please tell me about your paper.   Rizwan  :  The story ''The Thirsty Crow'' was very easy which have ten marks. I wrote it perfect. There would be no mistake.   Qamar  :  It means that you can get nine marks in it. How did you write the letter?   Rizwan  :  The letter was also easy but I have mistakes of spellings in it.   Qamar  :  It means that you will obtain seven marks only in letter. Which essay was written by you?   Rizwan  :  I wrote on ''The football match.''   Qamar  :  How did you write it?   Rizwan  :  It is quite all right.   Qamar  :  How many marks can you get in it?   Rizwan  :  I can easily get six marks from fifteen.   Qamar  :  How is your translation in English?   Rizwan  :  It is fifty percent correct and this translation will exactly give five marks from ten.   Qamar  :  How is your translation in Urdu.   Rizwan  :  I left it because it was out of my approach.   Qamar  :  How are your sentences?   Rizwan  :  Only two sentences are right out of four.   Qamar  :  It means that you can get thirty one marks from seventy five. And you will pass in English paper.   Rizwan  :  Yes, I can pass but I am not satisfied on this small success.       Dialogue Between you and your friend After Coming Out Examination Hall Sujon : Hello,  Rakib . How have you done in today's paper?   Rakib : It's cool. But you look excited. What happened to you?   Sujon : Oh! I have had a horrible experience this day. The questions frightened me from the very beginning. It was my effort that I could save me somehow. Rakib : But I have answered all the questions. To speak the truth, all the questions were somewhat hard and stiff. But I could carry on rather with ease.   Sujon : The questions no 2 and 4 were not common to me. Overall questions seemed very hard to me.   Rakib : I don't think so. It seemed very hard to you as you did not study well owning to your illness.   Sujon : Your idea may be wrong or right. I do not know. But it is true that you are a bright student. So, your case is different. Rakib : Still the paper as a whole is not so hard to carry 50% marks.   Sujon : I am speaking of the average students.   Rakib : I did not see any student depressed.   Sujon : What are you saying? For ordinary students like me the questions were definitely difficult.   Rakib : The questions on grammar were very easy. Besides, the students have been asked to write an essay on such a subject that is very common.   Sujon : Do not forget that you are one of the good boys in our class. By the way, I wonder if our examiners ever feel for us. Rakib : They are all sensible men. The point is that we neglect our work and so we suffer in the long run.   Sujon : In this case I agree with you. However, I am happy to see that you are very optimistic.   Rakib : Let's hope for the best and be serious from now on.     Dialogue Between You and Your Friend After Coming Out of the Examination Hall পরীক্ষার হল থেকে বের হওয়ার পর তোমার এবং তোমার বন্ধুর মধ্যে সংলাপ Sujon: Hello, Rakib. How have you done in today's paper? সুজন: হ্যালো, রাকিব। আজকের পরীক্ষাটা কেমন হয়েছে তোমার? Rakib: It's cool. But you look excited. What happened to you? রাকিব: ভালোই হয়েছে। কিন্তু তুমি কিছুটা উত্তেজিত দেখাচ্ছো। কী হয়েছে তোমার? Sujon: Oh! I have had a horrible experience this day. The questions frightened me from the very beginning. It was my effort that I could save me somehow. সুজন: ওহ! আজকের অভিজ্ঞতা খুবই ভয়ানক ছিল। প্রশ্নগুলো শুরু থেকেই আমাকে আতঙ্কিত করেছিল। অনেক কষ্টে আমি নিজেকে কোনোভাবে বাঁচিয়েছি। Rakib: But I have answered all the questions. To speak the truth, all the questions were somewhat hard and stiff. But I could carry on rather with ease. রাকিব: কিন্তু আমি সব প্রশ্নের উত্তর দিয়েছি। সত্যি বলতে, প্রশ্নগুলো কিছুটা কঠিন ছিল, তবে আমি বেশ সহজেই এগিয়ে যেতে পেরেছি। Sujon: The questions no 2 and 4 were not common to me. Overall questions seemed very hard to me. সুজন: প্রশ্ন নম্বর ২ ও ৪ আমার কাছে অপরিচিত ছিল। পুরো প্রশ্নপত্রই আমার জন্য কঠিন মনে হয়েছে। Rakib: I don't think so. It seemed very hard to you as you did not study well owing to your illness. রাকিব: আমি তা মনে করি না। তোমার কাছে কঠিন মনে হয়েছে কারণ অসুস্থতার কারণে তুমি ভালোভাবে পড়তে পারোনি। Sujon: Your idea may be wrong or right. I do not know. But it is true that you are a bright student. So, your case is different. সুজন: তোমার ধারণা ভুলও হতে পারে, ঠিকও হতে পারে। আমি জানি না। তবে এটা সত্য যে তুমি একজন মেধাবী ছাত্র, তাই তোমার পরিস্থিতি আলাদা। Rakib: Still, the paper as a whole is not so hard to carry 50% marks. রাকিব: তবুও, পুরো প্রশ্নপত্র মোটেও এত কঠিন ছিল না যে ৫০% নম্বর পাওয়া যাবে না। Sujon: I am speaking of the average students. সুজন: আমি সাধারণ ছাত্রদের কথা বলছি। Rakib: I did not see any student depressed. রাকিব: আমি কোনো শিক্ষার্থীকে হতাশ দেখিনি। Sujon: What are you saying? For ordinary students like me, the questions were definitely difficult. সুজন: তুমি কী বলছো? আমার মতো সাধারণ ছাত্রদের জন্য প্রশ্নগুলো সত্যিই কঠিন ছিল। Rakib: The questions on grammar were very easy. Besides, the students have been asked to write an essay on such a subject that is very common. রাকিব: ব্যাকরণের প্রশ্নগুলো খুবই সহজ ছিল। তাছাড়া, রচনাটি এমন একটি বিষয়ে ছিল যা খুবই সাধারণ। Sujon: Do not forget that you are one of the good boys in our class. By the way, I wonder if our examiners ever feel for us. সুজন: এটা ভুলে যেয়ো না যে তুমি আমাদের ক্লাসের ভালো ছাত্রদের একজন। তাছাড়া, আমি ভাবছি, আমাদের পরীক্ষকরা কখনো আমাদের অনুভূতি বোঝেন কি না। Rakib: They are all sensible men. The point is that we neglect our work and so we suffer in the long run. রাকিব: তারা সবাই বিবেকবান মানুষ। আসল বিষয় হলো, আমরা আমাদের পড়াশোনায় অবহেলা করি, তাই শেষ পর্যন্ত আমাদের কষ্ট পেতে হয়। Sujon: In this case, I agree with you. However, I am happy to see that you are very optimistic. সুজন: এই বিষয়ে আমি তোমার সাথে একমত। তবে, তোমাকে এত ইতিবাচক দেখেই আমি খুশি। Rakib: Let's hope for the best and be serious from now on. রাকিব: চলো, সেরা কিছুর আশায় থাকি এবং এখন থেকে পড়াশোনায় সিরিয়াস হই। You May Also Like: A dialogue about the bad effect of smoking A Dialogue about the preparation for the SSC Examination A Dialogue / Conversation between a doctor and a patient A dialogue about the problem of load-shedding Dialogue between two students about their hobbies A dialogue about how to learn English well A dialogue between a master and a pupil on public speaking A dialogue between a librarian and a student on borrowing books A dialogue between two friends regarding Internet Dialogue between father and son on the choice of career A Dialogue Between Two Friends on Food Adulteration A dialogue between A tourist and a native about some direction A dialogue between Sujan and Ashik about importance of English A dialogue between Sujan and Ashik about importance of English Dialogue about the advantages and disadvantages of village life and city life A dialogue between the two friends about the causes of failure in English A dialogue between two friends on visiting a place of historical interest A Dialogue between you and your headmaster about a transfer certificate. 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