Pahela Boishakh Celebrated Across the Country Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The whole nation welcomed 'Pahela Baishakh', the first day of the Bangla year 1418, on Wednesday amidst lively pageantry, leaving behind the gloom of the past and pledging to uphold the nation's cultural heritage. Tight security measures were ensured around the main venue of the celebration, Ramna Park in the capital. Teachers, alumni and students of Chhayanaut presented the songs of Rabindranath Tagore, Kazi Nazrul Islam and Lalon Shah, Atul Prasad, Jyotirindranath Tagore, Dwijendranath Tagore, Gyanprakash Ghosh, Salil Chowdhury, Sachin Deb Burman and Bhupen Hazarika. A festive spirit took over the capital and other parts of the country. Women in pristine white saree with red borders and men in panjabi -- decorated with Baishakhi motifs -- ushered in the New Year. Many had traditional panta bhat with fried hilsa, daal, green chilli and onion at home, restaurants and fairs. Youngsters had their cheeks painted with the country's map and other emblems that added further colours to the celebration. The festivities stretched over to Suhrawardy Udyan, Dhaka University and Dhanmondi Lake areas, bringing the city traffic system to a standstill. Many foreigners clad in traditional Bengali clothes were also seen in and around the venues of celebration. Like other years, the main attraction was the decorated procession called 'Mongol Shobhajatra', brought out by the students of Faculty of Fine Arts, Dhaka University. Thousands of people joined the procession. The tradition of celebrating the Bangla New Year started in the Mughal era. Traders and shopkeepers open halkhata (new accounts) on this day and offer sweets to clients. In the course of time, it evolved into a day of celebration and an integral part of the Bengali culture, now considered the biggest secular festival of the country. Nation Celebrates Pahela Baishakh Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The nation celebrated Pahela Baishakh on Tuesday in an elegant way with various spectacular events across the country. People from all walks of life thronged different popular and historic spots in the capital and elsewhere across the country to hail the New Year 1422 with new hopes and aspirations for a better, peaceful year. President Abdul Hamid, Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina and BNP Chairperson Khaleda Zia issued separate messages greeting the all Bangla-speaking people. The most colourful celebration of the Bangla New Year began at the Ramna Batamul at dawn with an elaborate programme undertaken by Chhayanaut. Students of the Institute of Fine Arts of Dhaka University, wearing colourful masks, brought out a ‘Mangal Shobhajatra’. People partook of ‘Panta Bhat’ with fried hilsa, lentils, green chilli and onions at home, restaurants and fairs following the rich tradition of Bangla culture. Traders and shopkeepers across the country open ‘Halkhata’ and entertain customers and visitors with sweetmeat as part of the tradition and culture. Men wearing panjabi-pyjama, women attired in sari with red borders and children in colourful dresses all thronged traditional Baishakhi Melas and other cultural functions in the city and elsewhere in the country all day long. Different socio-cultural organisations, including Bangla Academy, Shilpakala Academy and Nazrul Institute, celebrated the day with elaborate programmes such as arranging meeting, seminar, symposium, discussion to showcase our cultural heritage.   Different national dailies will publish supplements while State-owned Bangladesh Television and Bangladesh Betar and the private TV channels and radio stations aired special programmes on the day. Pahela Baishakh has a great significance. It reflects our age old tradition and culture. It bears the testimony to the fact that we have a culture of our own. It is the manifestation of our cultural heritage.

Traffic Jam in Most of the Places in Dhaka Yesterday, from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m., hundreds of trucks, tankers, cars and two – wheelers were caught in the traffic Checking from Mohamad Ali Road to Meghna Bridge Junction and from Motijeel,Dhaka road to  New Market Road. It was learnt from reliable sources that the situation had been caused by a political procession. Matters became worse as the traffic was at its peak during those hours. Many vehicle owners who tried to avoid the traffic jam by using the interior roads and lanes found themselves going in circles. It took the motorists almost an hour and a half to reach Motijeel,Dhaka road to New Market Road. The traffic police found it difficult to maintain order. Milon Akhter, a taxi driver, said, “I have been driving from the past 12 years but I have never witnessed a traffic jam of this proportion.” Traffic jam has become a serious problem nowadays. Long lines of vehicles at different traffic points are seen every day. The roads and streets are very narrow in comparison with the number of vehicles. The licensed and unlicensed rickshaws, chaotic scooters, the forgoing buses and above all the overloaded lorries are mostly liable for traffic jam. The drivers are not well trained and well educated. Overtaking tendency also causes traffic jam. The number of traffic police is insufficient. Unconsciousness among people, unskilled traffic police, haphazard vehicles parking, narrow road points are also responsible for creating traffic jam. Moreover, manually driven slow moving vehicles like rickshaw, vans and pushcarts ply along the city roads. They often make race with each other senselessly. They almost don’t care about road signs. Frequent road construction and maintenance work often create traffic problem. Sometimes different political parties are found to use city roads for their political activities. The general people expect a permanent solution of the problems.

Digital ICT Fair Starts Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: A five-day long Digital ICT Fair-2018 is going to kick start tomorrow at BCS Computer City Centre in the capital’s Agargaon Road with the slogan “Digital Literacy for Everyone”. Computer City Centre Owners’ Association is organising the fair aiming to unlock economic potential of IT sector. Telecommunications and Information Technology Minister Mustafa Jabbar inaugurated the fair at a function as the chief guest. The fair will kick off with the welcome address of the visiting guests, followed by the formal opening by cutting the ribbon with national anthem side by side paying rich tribute to Liberation War and Language Movement martyrs. During the fair there will be many arrangements, including cake festival, cultural events, raffle draws, on every floor of the Multiplan. Over 650 shop owners and computer brands are taking part in the fair with special offers that is attracting people of all ages. This fair mainly focuses on digital devices where customers can avail it without any hassle. During the fair, there will be a focus on several digital development plans. The entry ticket price for visitors has been fixed at Tk 10 while school goers will get free entry in the fair. Discounts on techno-products will be offered during the fest that will draw the people of all ages, young generation in particular.

One Word Having Different Meanings Based on Preposition used after it Fill in the gaps with the appropriate preposition: Act 1.      The attorney acts ___ his client in legal matters. 2.      I wisely acted ___ my brother's insightful advice. 3.      He consistently acts ___ my strategic suggestions. 4.      Unfortunately, the new software does not act ___ our expectations. 5.      It is essential to act ___ a sense of duty rather than personal gain. 6.      The team acted ___ the explicit orders of their leader. 7.      The officer's decision to reveal sensitive information was seen as acting ___ the company's interests. Bear 1.      He skillfully bore ___ the prize. 2.      The government decisively bore ___ the sedition. 3.      With great skill, he bore ___ the prize. 4.      His evidence does not bear ___ the charge against you. 5.      I cannot bear ___ under such insult. 6.      The poor have to bear ___ all miseries. 7.      The point has no bearing ___ on the matter under discussion. 8.      I cannot bear ___ such conduct. 9.      Honesty bore him ___ during rainy days. 10.  The character and behavior of parents bear ___ their children. Blow 1.      Wind blows ___ dry leaves. 2.      The storm blew ___ many trees. 3.      The child blew ___ the candle. 4.      A storm blew ___ the city. 5.      An engine blows ___ steam. 6.      The students casually blew ___ the classroom. Break 1.      The thief broke ___ from the jail. 2.      He broke ___ in the middle of the story. 3.      Cholera has broken ___ in the village. 4.      Our school breaks ___ at 7 pm. 5.      Last night, a thief broke ___ my room. 6.      His health has broken ___. 7.      I broke ___ him for his misconduct. 8.      The angry mob broke ___ upon the meeting. 9.      The army broke ___ the main gate. 10.  The tiger broke ___ from the bush. 11.  The farmer broke ___ the bull. Bring 1.      His laziness has brought ___ his own ruin. 2.      His defeat has brought ___ his pride. 3.      The woman brought ___ a child. 4.      He was brought ___ by his uncle. 5.      Smoking brings ___ various diseases. 6.      His business brings ___ a large income. 7.      A lifeboat brings ___ the crew of a lost ship. 8.      He has brought ___ a new edition of his book. 9.      The patient was brought ___ through proper treatment. 10.  Hearing the result, the boy fainted but was brought ___. 11.  The wild horse was brought ___ control. Fill in the gaps with the appropriate preposition: Call Yesterday, he called ___ my office. They called ___ a doctor. He called ___ me. The teacher called ___ the rolls. I cannot call ___ his name. The girl called ___ at the top of her voice. The workers called ___ their strike. The leader called ___ his supporters to work together. The officer called ___ an explanation from me. The poor boy called ___ me for help. I shall call ___ you tomorrow. The noise calls ___ my attention. Carry The boat was carried ___ by a strong current. He failed to carry ___ his studies due to poverty. Students should carry ___ their teachers' advice. The audience was carried ___ by her sweet songs. He will carry ___ the prize. His honesty will carry ___ him adversities. One should not carry ___ a lot of money. Cast I have been casting ___ a suitable job for my brother. He cast ___ the pen. He cast ___ their proposal. He was cast ___ by his failure. I have cast ___ my old shoes. If he comes to me for help, I will not cast ___ him out. Iron is cast ___ different things. They cast ___ him out from the party for his misconduct. Come The quarrel came ___ over a piece of land. I came ___ him in the college. The beggar came ___ a purse of gold on the way. The marriage ceremony of my sister comes ___ today. The patient will come ___ soon. The enemies came ___ him from behind. I came ___ him in the college. The results of the S. S. C. Examination will come ___ very soon. A change came ___ him after his father's death. Our opponent party has come ___ to our side. The fees realized today came ___ 20,000 taka. The fainted boy came ___ his senses. They could not come ___ a conclusion over the problem. The roof came ___ suddenly. The price of rice has come ___. Cut Jerry cut ___ the tree with an axe. I shall cut ___ my expenses. He is cut ___ from his family. He was cut ___ by cholera. Della cut ___ her hair. Sometimes villages are cut ___ from the cities during natural calamities. I shall cut ___ coffee for the next two weeks. I shall cut ___ him ___ in the competition. Cut ___ the mango ___ pieces. He cut ___ in the middle of our talk. I was cut ___ by his remark. The maid cut ___ the meat. Fill in the gaps with the appropriate preposition: Do The dowry system should be done ___ with. I am done ___ due to my wrong decision. This pen will do ___ a pencil. Do the English passage ___ Bengali. Do ___ your shirt. Do ___ your shirt. We cannot do ___ paper for a single day. I am done ___ with the journey. A politician has to do ___ all sorts of people. Draw The noise has drawn ___ his attention from reading. The lady drew the waiter ___ for secret news. He drew ___ a petition. The forces were drawn ___. The teacher drew ___ the boy because of his merit. Our examination is drawing ___. A man of word cannot draw ___ from his word. The enemy drew ___. The leader drew ___ his speech. The dentist drew ___ my aching teeth. His miseries drew ___ others' attention. Fall My friends fell ___ in my danger. The number of students has fallen ___. At last, the enemy fell ___. The poor man has none to fall ___ in his old days. The tiger fell ___ the lamb. They fell ___ over a trivial matter. The project fell ___ for lack of proper care. He fell ___ eating. I cannot fall ___ your proposal. I fell ___ one of my school friends in the coach. He fell ___ me without any reason. The roof of the house fell ___. Get He could not get ___ his goal. We got ___ a second-class compartment. He got ___ trouble. We got ___ the meeting in time. We all got ___ from the bus. The thief got ___ with the goods. The news of his failure got ___. I have got ___ my danger. He got ___ in his business. He tried to get ___ his initial difficulties. I got ___ the book. Get ___ the work in a week. I get ___ early in the morning. The get ___ of the book is fine. The boy got ___ the depth and was drowned. The diver got ___ before our eyes. Don't get ___ in the rain. The secret will get ___ one day. I cannot get ___ with such a small salary. Get ___ what I say. Let us get ___ our job. When does the train get ___? The rain can get ___ the room through the window. Fill in the gaps with the appropriate preposition: Go He is too weak to go ___. Go ___ your business. A rumor goes ___ that he will resign. He will go ___. The tiger went ___ the deer. So I cannot go ___ my boss. I cannot go ___ with my studies due to poverty. We should not go ___ from the right path. The mob went ___ the barricade and removed it. They go ___ one another at the slightest fury. He has gone ___ from the country forever. A true Muslim cannot go back ___ his word. The teacher went ___ his discussion, and the students failed to understand him. The little girl went ___ her depth and was drowned. He goes ___ a nickname here. Grow The boy will be a great leader when he grows ___. A well-educated man grows ___ name and fame. Hand The student hung ___ his head with shame. The supporters hung ___ their leader's speech. He hung ___ the picture in his reading room. The decision was hung ___. A suspicious mind always hangs ___. I cannot hang ___ from my decision. Please, hang ___ for some minutes. He hangs ___ the rope. Hold He tried to hold ___ the secret from me. None held ___ me in my danger. He failed to hold ___ his temper. A good boy holds ___ from bad boys. An honest man holds ___ to his principles. He did not hold ___ his hands to me. The enemy held ___ for many days. This tank does not hold ___ much water. The meeting was held ___. I shall hold ___ my plan. The two friends held ___ for many days. Keep A good boy keeps himself ___ from evil company. He could not keep ___ his principle. Do not keep ___ anything from me. He kept ___ his anger. He keeps ___ evil company. One should keep ___ at the time of biting cold. I am keeping ___ well with my studies. The boy kept ___ the honor of his family. I cannot keep ___ with my friends. Knock The truck knocked ___ the passer-by. We should not knock ___ anything. He knocked ___ his opponent in one round. My mother knocked me ___ at six a.m. Lay The wrestler began to lay ___ his rival. We should lay ___ something for rainy days. We should lay ___ something for rainy days. Many soldiers laid ___ their lives in the Independence War. The minister laid ___ the foundation of the school. He is laid ___ with dysentery. Look I am looking ___ a good job. I look ___ my parents. The poor are generally looked ___. I look ___ to receiving your answer. The chairman looked ___ the matter. I shall look ___ when I pass by your house. I look ___ him as my brother. Della looked ___ of the window. I am looking ___ a good job. The examiner looked ___ the scripts. Make The dog made ___ the thief. He made ___ his life by gambling. The ship is made ___ Jeddah. The ring is made ___ pure gold. The pickpocket made ___ my money bag. He made ___ the charge of Headmaster to me. I made ___ my mind to go abroad. Pass The patient passed ___ at night. The judge passed ___ his fault. He is passed ___ an honest man in the office. The density of fog passed ___ with the sun rising. Let us pass ___ to another subject. My claim was passed ___. Pick Don't pick ___ others. The police picked ___ the thief. The man failed to pick ___ his son from the mammoth gathering. Where does he pick ___ French? He picked ___ a ticket. Share prices have picked ___. The train picked ___ speed and began to run fast. Where did you pick ___ with the mad man? The police picked ___ the gang of robbers. Pull The workers are pulling ___ the heavy engine. They pulled ___ the old complex. He appears to be much pulled ___. They think that he pulls ___ a lot of money. The police pulled ___ the boy for interrogation. The train pulled ___ on time. The friendly match pulled ___ many spectators. Answer Act The attorney acts for his client in legal matters. (represent or work on behalf of someone) I wisely acted on my brother's insightful advice. (implement or follow through based on advice or information) He consistently acts upon my strategic suggestions. (take action based on a suggestion or information) Unfortunately, the new software does not act up to our expectations. (meet or fulfill expectations) It is essential to act from a sense of duty rather than personal gain. (behave or make decisions based on a particular principle or motive) The team acted under the explicit orders of their leader. (follow orders or directives from a higher authority) The officer's decision to reveal sensitive information was seen as acting against the company's interests. (take actions opposing or contrary to someone's interests) Bear He skillfully bore away the prize. (win or achieve victory) The government decisively bore down on the sedition. (suppress or crush forcefully) With great skill, he bore off the prize. (carry off or win) His evidence does not bear out the charge against you. (confirm or support) I cannot bear up under such insult. (endure or withstand) The poor have to bear up against all miseries. (endure or withstand difficulties) The point has no bearing up on the matter under discussion. (have relevance or influence) I cannot bear with such conduct. (tolerate or endure) Honesty bore him up during rainy days. (be supported or sustained, especially in challenging times) The character and behavior of parents bear on their children. (have an impact or influence) Blow Wind blows away dry leaves. (remove forcefully by the wind) The storm blew down many trees. (cause to fall by the force of the wind) The child blew out the candle. (extinguish by blowing) A storm blew over the city. (pass by or cease, especially in the context of a storm) An engine blows off steam. (emit forcefully) The students casually blew in the classroom. (enter casually and informally) Break The thief broke away from the jail. (escape or forcefully leave) He broke off in the middle of the story. (interrupt or stop suddenly) Cholera has broken out in the village. (begin suddenly or erupt) Our school breaks up at 7 pm. (disperse or end) Last night, a thief broke into my room. (enter forcibly or illegally) His health has broken down. (collapse or fail, especially in health) I broke with him for his misconduct. (sever ties or relations with someone) The angry mob broke in upon the meeting. (interrupt suddenly) The army broke through the main gate. (penetrate or overcome a barrier) The tiger broke forth from the bush. (emerge suddenly and forcefully) The farmer broke in the bull. (train or accustom, especially in the case of an animal) Bring His laziness has brought about his own ruin. (cause or lead to) His defeat has brought down his pride. (cause to fall or lower) The woman brought forth a child. (give birth to or produce) He was brought up by his uncle. (raise or nurture) Smoking brings on various diseases. (cause to happen or induce) His business brings in a large income. (generate or earn) A lifeboat brings off the crew of a lost ship. (accomplish successfully) He has brought out a new edition of his book. (publish or release) The patient was brought round through proper treatment. (revive or recover) Hearing the result, the boy fainted but was brought to. (revive from unconsciousness) The wild horse was brought under control. (gain control or subdue) Call Yesterday, he called at my office. (visit) They called in a doctor. (summon) He called on me. (visit) The teacher called out the rolls. (announce) I cannot call to mind his name. (remember) The girl called out at the top of her voice. (shout) The workers called off their strike. (cancel) The leader called upon his supporters to work together. (appeal to) The officer called for an explanation from me. (demand) The poor boy called upon me for help. (appeal to) I shall call on you tomorrow. (visit) The noise calls for my attention. (demand) Carry The boat was carried away by a strong current. (move forcibly) He failed to carry on his studies due to poverty. (continue) Students should carry out their teachers' advice. (implement) The audience was carried away by her sweet songs. (overwhelm) He will carry off the prize. (win) His honesty will carry him through adversities. (help to endure) One should not carry about a lot of money. (keep with oneself) Cast I have been casting about for a suitable job for my brother. (search for) He cast aside the pen. (discard) He cast down their proposal. (reject) He was cast down by his failure. (depress) I have cast off my old shoes. (discard) If he comes to me for help, I will not cast him out. (reject) Iron is cast into different things. (mold) They cast him out from the party for his misconduct. (expel) Come The quarrel came about over a piece of land. (happen) I came across him in the college. (meet by chance) The beggar came upon a purse of gold on the way. (find by chance) The marriage ceremony of my sister comes off today. (take place) The patient will come to soon. (regain consciousness) The enemies came at him from behind. (attack) I came across him in the college. (meet by chance) The results of the S. S. C. Examination will come out very soon. (be announced) A change came over him after his father's death. (affect) Our opponent party has come over to our side. (switch allegiance) The fees realized today came to 20,000 taka. (amount to) The fainted boy came to his senses. (regain consciousness) They could not come to a conclusion over the problem. (reach) The roof came down suddenly. (collapse) The price of rice has come down. (decrease) Cut Jerry cut down the tree with an axe. (fell) I shall cut down my expenses. (reduce) He is cut off from his family. (isolated) He was cut off by cholera. (killed) Della cut off her hair. (remove) Sometimes villages are cut off from the cities during natural calamities. (isolated) I shall cut out coffee for the next two weeks. (stop consuming) I shall cut him out in the competition. (surpass) Cut up the mango into pieces. (divide) He cut in in the middle of our talk. (interrupt) I was cut up by his remark. (hurt emotionally) The maid cut up the meat. (divide) Do The dowry system should be done away with. (abolish) I am done in due to my wrong decision. (exhausted) This pen will do for a pencil. (serve as) Do the English passage into Bengali. (translate) Do up your shirt. (fasten) Do up your shirt. (repair or decorate) We cannot do without paper for a single day. (manage without) I am done with the journey. (finished) A politician has to do with all sorts of people. (deal with) Draw The noise has drawn away his attention from reading. (distract) The lady drew the waiter aside for secret news. (move to one side for privacy) He drew up a petition. (prepare) The forces were drawn back. (retreat) The teacher drew in the boy because of his merit. (attract) Our examination is drawing near. (approaching) A man of word cannot draw back from his word. (retract) The enemy drew back. (retreat) The leader drew out his speech. (prolong) The dentist drew out my aching teeth. (extract) His miseries drew out others' attention. (attract) Fall My friends fell back in my danger. (retreat) The number of students has fallen off. (decrease) At last, the enemy fell down. (collapse) The poor man has none to fall back on in his old days. (rely on) The tiger fell upon the lamb. (attack) They fell out over a trivial matter. (quarrel) The project fell through for lack of proper care. (fail) He fell to eating. (begin eagerly) I cannot fall in with your proposal. (agree) I fell in with one of my school friends in the coach. (meet by chance) He fell upon me without any reason. (attack) The roof of the house fell in. (collapse) Get He could not get at his goal. (reach) We got into a second-class compartment. (enter) He got into trouble. (become involved in) We got to the meeting in time. (arrive at) We all got off from the bus. (alight) The thief got away with the goods. (escape with) The news of his failure got around. (spread) I have got through my danger. (survive) He got on in his business. (succeed) He tried to get over his initial difficulties. (overcome) I got through the book. (finish reading) Get through the work in a week. (complete) I get up early in the morning. (rise) The get-up of the book is fine. (appearance) The boy got into the depth and was drowned. (enter) The diver got down before our eyes. (descend) Don't get caught in the rain. (become trapped) The secret will get out one day. (be revealed) I cannot get by with such a small salary. (manage) Get at what I say. (understand) Let us get on with our job. (continue) When does the train get in? (arrive) The rain can get into the room through the window. (enter) Go He is too weak to go on. (continue) Go about your business. (proceed with) A rumor goes around that he will resign. (circulates) He will go away. (leave) The tiger went after the deer. (chased) So I cannot go against my boss. (oppose) I cannot go on with my studies due to poverty. (continue) We should not go astray from the right path. (deviate) The mob went through the barricade and removed it. (forced their way through) They go at one another at the slightest fury. (attack) He has gone away from the country forever. (left permanently) A true Muslim cannot go back on his word. (break a promise) The teacher went off his discussion, and the students failed to understand him. (deviated) The little girl went beyond her depth and was drowned. (exceeded) He goes by a nickname here. (is known by) Grow The boy will be a great leader when he grows up. (matures) A well-educated man grows in name and fame. (increases in) Hand The student hung down his head with shame. (lowered) The supporters hung on their leader's speech. (paid close attention to) He hung up the picture in his reading room. (suspended) The decision was hung up. (postponed) A suspicious mind always hangs back. (hesitates) I cannot hang on from my decision. (maintain) Please, hang on for some minutes. (wait) He hangs by the rope. (depends on) Hold He tried to hold back the secret from me. (keep) None held with me in my danger. (supported) He failed to hold in his temper. (control) A good boy holds off from bad boys. (avoids) An honest man holds to his principles. (adheres to) He did not hold out his hands to me. (offer) The enemy held out for many days. (resisted) This tank does not hold up much water. (contain) The meeting was held over. (postponed) I shall hold to my plan. (stick to) The two friends held out for many days. (endured) Keep A good boy keeps himself away from evil company. (avoids) He could not keep to his principle. (adhere to) Do not keep back anything from me. (withhold) He kept in his anger. (restrained) He keeps in evil company. (associates with) One should keep in at the time of biting cold. (stay indoors) I am keeping up well with my studies. (maintaining) The boy kept up the honor of his family. (maintained) I cannot keep up with my friends. (stay in touch) Knock The truck knocked down the passer-by. (hit and caused to fall) We should not knock down anything. (destroy) He knocked out his opponent in one round. (defeated) My mother knocked me up at six a.m. (awakened) Lay The wrestler began to lay into his rival. (attack) We should lay by something for rainy days. (save) We should lay up something for rainy days. (store) Many soldiers laid down their lives in the Independence War. (sacrificed) The minister laid down the foundation of the school. (established) He is laid up with dysentery. (confined) Look I am looking for a good job. (searching for) I look after my parents. (care for) The poor are generally looked down upon. (disdained) I look forward to receiving your answer. (anticipate) The chairman looked into the matter. (investigated) I shall look in when I pass by your house. (visit briefly) I look upon him as my brother. (consider) Della looked out of the window. (gazed) I am looking for a good job. (searching for) The examiner looked over the scripts. (reviewed) Make The dog made after the thief. (chased) He made away with his life by gambling. (lost) The ship is made for Jeddah. (destined for) The ring is made of pure gold. (composed of) The pickpocket made off with my money bag. (stole) He made over the charge of Headmaster to me. (transferred) I made up my mind to go abroad. (decided) Pass The patient passed away at night. (died) The judge passed by his fault. (ignored) He is passed for an honest man in the office. (considered as) The density of fog passed off with the sun rising. (disappeared) Let us pass on to another subject. (move) My claim was passed over. (overlooked) Pick Don't pick at others. (criticize) The police picked off the thief. (apprehended) The man failed to pick out his son from the mammoth gathering. (identify) Where does he pick up French? (learn) He picked up a ticket. (obtained) Share prices have picked up. (improved) The train picked up speed and began to run fast. (increased) Where did you pick up with the mad man? (befriend) The police picked up the gang of robbers. (arrested) Pull The workers are pulling at the heavy engine. (exerting force on) They pulled down the old complex. (demolished) He appears to be much pulled down. (worn out) They think that he pulls in a lot of money. (earns) The police pulled in the boy for interrogation. (arrested) The train pulled in on time. (arrived) The friendly match pulled in many spectators. (attracted)

Group Verbs are very interesting to learn. You can express several thoughts using same word with different prepositions. They are important to learn appropriate prepositions as well. Group Verbs Act Act for - Meaning: Represent or work on behalf of someone.   Example: The attorney acts for his client in legal matters. Act on - Meaning: Implement or follow through based on advice or information.   Example: I wisely acted on my brother's insightful advice. Act upon - Meaning: Take action based on a suggestion or information.   Example: He consistently acts upon my strategic suggestions. Act upto - Meaning: Meet or fulfill expectations.   Example: Unfortunately, the new software does not act up to our expectations. Act from - Meaning: Behave or make decisions based on a particular principle or motive.   Example: It is essential to act from a sense of duty rather than personal gain. Act under - Meaning: Follow orders or directives from a higher authority.   Example: The team acted under the explicit orders of their leader. Act Against - Meaning: Take actions opposing or contrary to someone's interests.   Example: The officer's decision to reveal sensitive information was seen as acting against the company's interests. Bear Bear away - Meaning: Win or achieve victory.  Example: He skillfully bore away the prize. Bear down - Meaning: Suppress or crush forcefully.  Example: The government decisively bore down on the sedition. Bear off - Meaning: Carry off or win (a prize).  Example: With great skill, he bore off the prize. Bear out - Meaning: Confirm or support.  Example: His evidence does not bear out the charge against you. Bear up - Meaning: Endure or withstand.  Example: I cannot bear up under such insult. Bear up against - Meaning: Endure or withstand difficulties.  Example: The poor have to bear up against all miseries. Bear up on - Meaning: Have relevance or influence.  Example: The point has no bearing up on the matter under discussion. Bear with - Meaning: Tolerate or endure.  Example: I cannot bear with such conduct. Bear up - Meaning: Be supported or sustained, especially in challenging times.  Example: Honesty bore him up during rainy days. Bear on - Meaning: Have an impact or influence.  Example: The character and behavior of parents bear on their children. Blow Blow away - Meaning: Remove forcefully by the wind.  Example: Wind blows away dry leaves. Blow down - Meaning: Cause to fall by the force of the wind.  Example: The storm blew down many trees. Blow out - Meaning: Extinguish by blowing.  Example: The child blew out the candle. Blow over - Meaning: Pass by or cease, especially in the context of a storm.  Example: A storm blew over the city. Blow off - Meaning: Emit forcefully.  Example: An engine blows off steam. Blow up - Meaning: Explode or destroy by an explosion.  Example: Several bombs were blown up. Blow in - Meaning: Enter casually and informally.  Example: The students casually blew in the classroom. Break Break away - Meaning: Escape or forcefully leave.  Example: The thief broke away from the jail. Break off - Meaning: Interrupt or stop suddenly.  Example: He broke off in the middle of the story. Break out - Meaning: Begin suddenly or erupt.  Example: Cholera has broken out in the village. Break up - Meaning: Disperse or end.  Example: Our school breaks up at 7 pm. Break into - Meaning: Enter forcibly or illegally.  Example: Last night, a thief broke into my room. Break down - Meaning: Collapse or fail, especially in health.  Example: His health has broken down. Break with - Meaning: Sever ties or relations with someone.  Example: I broke with him for his misconduct. Break in upon - Meaning: Interrupt suddenly.  Example: The angry mob broke in upon the meeting. Break through - Meaning: Penetrate or overcome a barrier.  Example: The army broke through the main gate. Break forth - Meaning: Emerge suddenly and forcefully.  Example: The tiger broke forth from the bush. Break in - Meaning: Train or accustom, especially in the case of an animal.  Example: The farmer broke the bull in. Bring Bring about - Meaning: Cause or lead to.  Example: His laziness has brought about his own ruin. Bring down - Meaning: Cause to fall or lower.  Example: His defeat has brought down his pride. Bring forth - Meaning: Give birth to or produce.  Example: The woman brought forth a child. Bring up - Meaning: Raise or nurture.  Example: He was brought up by his uncle. Bring on - Meaning: Cause to happen or induce.  Example: Smoking brings on various diseases. Bring in - Meaning: Generate or earn.  Example: His business brings in a large income. Bring off - Meaning: Accomplish successfully.  Example: A lifeboat brings off the crew of a lost ship. Bring out - Meaning: Publish or release.  Example: He has brought out a new edition of his book. Bring round - Meaning: Revive or recover.  Example: The patient was brought round through proper treatment. Bring to - Meaning: Revive from unconsciousness.  Example: Hearing the result, the boy fainted but was brought to. Bring under - Meaning: Gain control or subdue.  Example: The wild horse was brought under. Call Call at - Meaning: Visit a place briefly.  Example: Yesterday, he called at my office. Call in - Meaning: Request the services of someone, especially a professional.  Example: They called in a doctor. Call on - Meaning: Visit someone, usually for a specific purpose.  Example: He called on me. Call over - Meaning: Read out a list of names.  Example: The teacher called over the rolls. Call up - Meaning: Recall or remember.  Example: I cannot call up his name. Call out - Meaning: Shout loudly.  Example: The girl called out at the top of her voice. Call off - Meaning: Cancel or terminate.  Example: The workers called off their strike. Call forth - Meaning: Summon or evoke.  Example: The leader called forth his supporters to work together. Call for - Meaning: Demand or request.  Example: The officer called for an explanation from me. Call upon - Meaning: Request or demand, often for assistance.  Example: The poor boy called upon me for help. Call upon - Meaning: Visit or ask to come.  Example: I shall call upon you tomorrow. Call off - Meaning: Distract or divert attention.  Example: The noise calls off my attention. Carry Carry away - Meaning: Be swept away or captivated, especially by emotion.  Example: The boat was carried away by a strong current. Carry on - Meaning: Continue or pursue.  Example: He failed to carry on his studies due to poverty. Carry out - Meaning: Execute or fulfill.  Example: Students should carry out their teachers' advice. Carry away - Meaning: Enthuse or captivate.  Example: The audience was carried away by her sweet songs. Carry off - Meaning: Win or achieve, often a prize.  Example: He will carry off the prize. Carry through - Meaning: Successfully complete or navigate through difficulties.  Example: His honesty will carry him through adversities. Carry about - Meaning: Have or possess on one's person.  Example: One should not carry about a lot of money. Cast Cast about for - Meaning: Search or look for, especially with uncertainty.  Example: I have been casting about for a suitable job for my brother. Cast away - Meaning: Discard or throw away.  Example: He cast away the pen. Cast away - Meaning: Reject or dismiss.  Example: He cast away their proposal. Cast down - Meaning: Depress or demoralize.  Example: He was cast down by his failure. Cast off - Meaning: Get rid of or discard.  Example: I have cast off my old shoes. Cast out - Meaning: Expel or reject.  Example: If he comes to me for help, I will not cast him out. Cast into - Meaning: Form or shape by casting.  Example: Iron is cast into different things. Cast out - Meaning: Expel or banish, often due to misconduct.  Example: They cast him out from the party for his misconduct. Come Come about - Meaning: Occur or happen.  Example: The quarrel came about over a piece of land. Come across - Meaning: Encounter or meet unexpectedly.  Example: I came across him in the college. Come by - Meaning: Obtain or acquire.  Example: The beggar came by a purse of gold on the way. Come off - Meaning: Take place or happen.  Example: The marriage ceremony of my sister comes off today. Come round - Meaning: Recover consciousness or health.  Example: The patient will come round soon. Come upon - Meaning: Encounter unexpectedly, often from behind.  Example: The enemies came upon him from behind. Come upon - Meaning: Encounter or meet unexpectedly.  Example: I came upon him in the college. Come out - Meaning: Be revealed or published.  Example: The results of the S. S. C. Examination will come out very soon. Come over - Meaning: Change or transform.  Example: A change came over him after his father's death. Come over - Meaning: Switch allegiance or join.  Example: Our opponent party has come over to our side. Come to - Meaning: Add up to or reach a total of.  Example: The fees realized today came to 20,000 taka. Come to - Meaning: Regain consciousness or awareness.  Example: The fainted boy came to his senses. Come to - Meaning: Reach a conclusion or decision.  Example: They could not come to a conclusion over the problem. Come down - Meaning: Collapse or fall suddenly.  Example: The roof came down suddenly. Come down - Meaning: Decrease or reduce.  Example: The price of rice has come down. Cut Cut down - Meaning: Fell or chop down, especially a tree.  Example: Jerry cut down the tree with an axe. Cut down - Meaning: Reduce or decrease.  Example: I shall cut down my expenses. Cut off - Meaning: Disconnect or isolate.  Example: He is cut off from his family. Cut off - Meaning: Isolate or separate, often due to disease.  Example: He was cut off by cholera. Cut off - Meaning: Remove by cutting.  Example: Della cut off her hair. Cut off - Meaning: Isolate or separate, especially due to natural calamities.  Example: Sometimes villages are cut off from the cities during natural calamities. Cut out - Meaning: Eliminate or exclude.  Example: I shall cut out coffee for the next two weeks. Cut out - Meaning: Surpass or outperform.  Example: I shall cut him out in the competition. Cut into - Meaning: Divide or slice.  Example: Cut the mango into pieces. Cut in - Meaning: Interrupt or join suddenly.  Example: He cut in in the middle of our talk. Cut up - Meaning: Distressed or upset.  Example: I was cut up by his remark. Cut up - Meaning: Slice or chop into pieces.  Example: The maid cut up the meat. Do Do away with - Meaning: Eliminate or abolish.  Example: The dowry system should be done away with. Do for - Meaning: Face ruin or be defeated.  Example: I am done for due to my wrong decision. Do for - Meaning: Serve a purpose or be suitable.  Example: This pen will do for a pencil. Do into - Meaning: Translate.  Example: Do the English passage into Bengali. Do off - Meaning: Remove or take off.  Example: Do off your shirt. Do on - Meaning: Put on or wear.  Example: Do on your shirt. Do without - Meaning: Manage or survive without.  Example: We cannot do without paper for a single day. Do up with - Meaning: Exhausted or worn out.  Example: I am done up with the journey. Do with - Meaning: Associate or deal with.  Example: A politician has to do with all sorts of people. Top of Form Draw Draw away - Meaning: Divert attention or cause distraction.  Example: The noise has drawn away his attention from reading. Draw aside - Meaning: Move to the side or aside.  Example: The lady drew the waiter aside for secret news. Draw up - Meaning: Prepare or compose, as in a document.  Example: He drew up a petition. Draw up - Meaning: Arrange or organize in a formation.  Example: The forces were drawn up. Draw to - Meaning: Attract or approach.  Example: The teacher drew to the boy because of his merit. Draw on - Meaning: Approach or come nearer.  Example: Our examination is drawing on. Draw back - Meaning: Retreat or recoil, especially from a commitment.  Example: A man of word cannot draw back from his word. Draw off - Meaning: Withdraw or move away.  Example: The enemy drew off. Draw out - Meaning: Extend or prolong.  Example: The leader drew out his speech. Draw out - Meaning: Extract or remove.  Example: The dentist drew out my aching teeth. Draw out - Meaning: Elicit or cause to be revealed.  Example: His miseries drew out others' attention. Fall Fall away - Meaning: Desert or abandon, especially in a time of need.  Example: My friends fell away in my danger. Fall off - Meaning: Decrease in quantity or quality.  Example: The number of students has fallen off. Fall back - Meaning: Retreat or withdraw.  Example: At last, the enemy fell back. Fall back upon - Meaning: Rely on or turn to for support.  Example: The poor man has none to fall back upon in his old days. Fall upon - Meaning: Attack suddenly or violently.  Example: The tiger fell upon the lamb. Fall out - Meaning: Quarrel or have a disagreement.  Example: They fell out over a trivial matter. Fall through - Meaning: Fail to happen or be completed.  Example: The project fell through for lack of proper care. Fall to - Meaning: Begin or start.  Example: He fell to eating. Fall in with - Meaning: Agree or comply with.  Example: I cannot fall in with your proposal. Fall in with - Meaning: Meet or encounter unexpectedly.  Example: I fell in with one of my school friends in the coach. Fall on - Meaning: Attack suddenly or unexpectedly.  Example: He fell on me without any reason. Fall in - Meaning: Collapse or cave in.  Example: The roof of the house fell in. Get Get at - Meaning: Reach or achieve.  Example: He could not get at his goal. Get into - Meaning: Enter or board.  Example: We got into a second-class compartment. Get into - Meaning: Become involved in or face.  Example: He got into trouble. Get to - Meaning: Arrive at or reach.  Example: We got to the meeting in time. Get off - Meaning: Alight or disembark.  Example: We all got off from the bus. Get off with - Meaning: Escape punishment or consequences with.  Example: The thief got off with the goods. Get about - Meaning: Spread or circulate.  Example: The news of his failure got about. Get above - Meaning: Surpass or overcome.  Example: I have got above my danger. Get ahead - Meaning: Progress or succeed.  Example: He got ahead in his business. Get over - Meaning: Overcome or recover from.  Example: He tried to get over his initial difficulties. Get through - Meaning: Complete or finish successfully.  Example: I got through the book. Get through - Meaning: Complete a task or work.  Example: Get through the work in a week. Get on - Meaning: Progress or advance.  Example: I get on early in the morning. Get up - Meaning: Rise or awaken.  Example: The get up of the book is fine. Get beyond - Meaning: Exceed or surpass.  Example: The boy got beyond the depth and was drowned. Get away - Meaning: Escape or depart.  Example: The diver got away before our eyes. Get out - Meaning: Leave or exit.  Example: Don't get out in the rain. Get out - Meaning: Be revealed or disclosed.  Example: The secret will get out one day. Get by - Meaning: Manage or survive.  Example: I cannot get by with such a small salary. Get down - Meaning: Write down or record.  Example: Get down what I say. Get down to - Meaning: Start or begin to focus on.  Example: Let us get down to our job. Get in - Meaning: Arrive or reach a destination.  Example: When does the train get in? Get in - Meaning: Enter or infiltrate.  Example: The rain can get in the room through the window. Go Go about - Meaning: Move around or engage in activities.  Example: He is too weak to go about. Go about - Meaning: Continue or proceed with.  Example: Go about your business. Go about - Meaning: Circulate or spread.  Example: A rumor goes about that he will resign. Go abroad - Meaning: Travel to another country.  Example: He will go abroad. Go after - Meaning: Pursue or chase.  Example: The tiger went after the deer. Go against - Meaning: Oppose or act contrary to.  Example: So I cannot go against my boss. Go ahead - Meaning: Proceed or move forward.  Example: I cannot go ahead with my studies due to poverty. Go aside - Meaning: Move to the side or away from the main path.  Example: We should not go aside from the right path. Go at - Meaning: Attack or approach with force.  Example: The mob went at the barricade and removed it. Go at - Meaning: Attack verbally or physically.  Example: They go at one another at the slightest fury. Go away - Meaning: Leave or depart.  Example: He has gone away from the country forever. Go back upon/from - Meaning: Break a promise or go against one's word.  Example: A true Muslim cannot go back upon his word. Go beyond - Meaning: Exceed or surpass.  Example: The teacher went beyond his discussion, and the students failed to understand him. The little girl went beyond her depth and was drowned. Go by - Meaning: Be known or identified as.  Example: He goes by a nickname here. Top of Form Grow Grow up - Meaning: Mature or reach adulthood.  Example: The boy will be a great leader when he grows up. Grow to - Meaning: Develop into or attain.  Example: A well-educated man grows to name and fame. Hand Grow up - Meaning: Mature or reach adulthood.  Example: The boy will be a great leader when he grows up. Grow to - Meaning: Develop into or attain.  Example: A well-educated man grows to name and fame. Hang Hang down - Meaning: Lower or drop downward.  Example: The student hung down his head with shame. Hang upon - Meaning: Depend on or be contingent upon.  Example: The supporters hung upon their leader's speech. Hang up - Meaning: Suspend or attach to a higher place.  Example: He hung up the picture in his reading room. Hang over - Meaning: Be undecided or pending.  Example: The decision was hung over. Hang about - Meaning: Linger or stay around without a clear purpose.  Example: A suspicious mind always hangs about. Hang back - Meaning: Hesitate or be reluctant to move forward.  Example: I cannot hang back from my decision. Hang on - Meaning: Depend on or cling to.  Example: An active man does not like to hang on others for his livelihood. Hang on - Meaning: Wait or hold on.  Example: Please, hang on for some minutes. Hang on - Meaning: Cling or grasp tightly.  Example: He hangs on the rope. Hold Hold back - Meaning: Conceal or keep secret.  Example: He tried to hold back the secret from me. Hold by - Meaning: Adhere to or support.  Example: None held by me in my danger. Hold in - Meaning: Restrain or control.  Example: He failed to hold in his temper. Hold off - Meaning: Keep aloof or stay away.  Example: A good boy holds off from bad boys. Hold on - Meaning: Stick to or remain committed.  Example: An honest man holds on to his principles. Hold out - Meaning: Extend or offer.  Example: He did not hold out his hands to me. Hold out - Meaning: Resist or endure.  Example: The enemy held out for many days. Hold out - Meaning: Have a capacity for.  Example: This tank does not hold out much water. Hold over - Meaning: Postpone or defer.  Example: The meeting was held over. Hold to - Meaning: Stick to or maintain.  Example: I shall hold to my plan. Hold together - Meaning: Remain united or cohesive.  Example: The two friends held together for many days. Keep Keep away/off - Meaning: Avoid or stay clear of.  Example: A good boy keeps himself away from evil company. Keep at/to - Meaning: Maintain or adhere to.  Example: He could not keep at his principle. Keep back - Meaning: Withhold or conceal.  Example: Do not keep back anything from me. Keep down - Meaning: Suppress or control.  Example: He kept down his anger. Keep from - Meaning: Avoid or refrain from.  Example: He keeps from evil company. Keep in - Meaning: Stay indoors or restrain oneself.  Example: One should keep in at the time of biting cold. Keep on - Meaning: Continue or persist.  Example: I am keeping on well with my studies. Keep up - Meaning: Sustain or maintain.  Example: The boy kept up the honor of his family. Keep up with - Meaning: Stay on par with or match the pace of.  Example: I cannot keep up with my friends. Knock Knock down - Meaning: Hit and cause to fall.  Example: The truck knocked down the passer-by. Knock off - Meaning: Remove or detach.  Example: We should not knock off anything. Knock out - Meaning: Defeat or render unconscious.  Example: He knocked out his opponent in one round. Knock up - Meaning: Wake up or make someone pregnant.  Example: My mother knocked me up at six a.m. (Note: In some regions, "knocked up" can have a different colloquial meaning, so the context matters.) Top of Form Lay Lay about - Meaning: Strike or hit violently.  Example: The wrestler began to lay about his rival. Lay aside - Meaning: Save or reserve for future use.  Example: We should lay aside something for rainy days. Lay by - Meaning: Save or set aside for future use.  Example: We should lay by something for rainy days. Lay down - Meaning: Surrender or relinquish.  Example: Many soldiers laid down their lives in the Independence War. Lay out - Meaning: Plan or arrange.  Example: The minister laid out the foundation of the school. Lay up - Meaning: Incapacitate or confine to bed due to illness.  Example: He is laid up with dysentery. Look Look about for/Look for - Meaning: Search or seek.  Example: I am looking for a good job. Look after - Meaning: Take care of or attend to.  Example: I look after my parents. Look down upon - Meaning: Disapprove or regard with disdain.  Example: The poor are generally looked down upon. Look forward - Meaning: Anticipate or await eagerly.  Example: I look forward to receiving your answer. Look into - Meaning: Investigate or examine.  Example: The chairman looked into the matter. Look in - Meaning: Visit briefly.  Example: I shall look in when I pass by your house. Look on/upon - Meaning: Regard or consider.  Example: I look upon him as my brother. Look out - Meaning: Be cautious or watchful.  Example: Della looked out of the window. Look out for - Meaning: Be on the lookout for or search for.  Example: I am looking out for a good job. Look over/through - Meaning: Examine or review.  Example: The examiner looked over the scripts. Make Make after - Meaning: Pursue or chase.  Example: The dog made after the thief. Make away with - Meaning: Kill oneself or steal.  Example: He made away with his life by gambling. Make for - Meaning: Head toward or be intended for.  Example: The ship is made for Jeddah. Make of - Meaning: Understand or interpret.  Example: The ring is made of pure gold. Make off with - Meaning: Steal and escape with.  Example: The pickpocket made off with my money bag. Make over - Meaning: Transfer or assign.  Example: He made over the charge of Headmaster to me. Make up - Meaning: Decide or resolve.  Example: I made up my mind to go abroad. Top of Form Pass Pass away - Meaning: Die or expire.  Example: The patient passed away at night. Pass by - Meaning: Ignore or overlook.  Example: The judge passed by his fault. Pass for - Meaning: Be accepted or considered as.  Example: He is passed for an honest man in the office. Pass off - Meaning: Happen or come to an end.  Example: The density of fog passed off with the sun rising. Pass on - Meaning: Move forward or transfer.  Example: Let us pass on to another subject. Pass over - Meaning: Disregard or ignore.  Example: My claim was passed over. Pass through - Meaning: Experience or endure.  Example: I passed through much bitter experience in my life. Pick Pick at - Meaning: Criticize or find fault with.  Example: Don't pick at others. Pick off - Meaning: Shoot or remove one by one.  Example: The police picked off the thief. Pick out - Meaning: Identify or choose.  Example: The man failed to pick out his son from the mammoth gathering. Pick up - Meaning: Learn or acquire.  Example: Where does he pick up French? Pick up - Meaning: Obtain or collect.  Example: He picked up a ticket. Pick up - Meaning: Improve or recover.  Example: Share prices have picked up. Pick up - Meaning: Accelerate or increase speed.  Example: The train picked up speed and began to run fast. Pick up with - Meaning: Associate with or befriend.  Example: Where did you pick up with the mad man? Pick up - Meaning: Arrest or apprehend.  Example: The police picked up the gang of robbers. Pull Pull at - Meaning: Exert force or effort on.  Example: The workers are pulling at the heavy engine. Pull down - Meaning: Demolish or destroy.  Example: They pulled down the old complex. Pull down - Meaning: Cause to look worn or tired.  Example: He appears to be much pulled down. Pull in - Meaning: Earn or attract.  Example: They think that he pulls in a lot of money. Pull in - Meaning: Apprehend or arrest.  Example: The police pulled in the boy for interrogation. Pull in - Meaning: Arrive or stop.  Example: The train pulled in on time. Pull in - Meaning: Attract or draw.  Example: The friendly match pulled in many spectators.ators

Intrusion of Alien Culture Eroding Moral Values On Thursday, Motin, 38, and his daughter Nitu, 9, were murdered inside their home in Motijeel,Dhaka area. Police detained Maliha Begum, wife of victim Motin and Shahin, lover of Maliha, for their alleged involvement in the sensational double murder. Maliha in a confessional statement to the court said that she had planned the double murder following her extra-marital affair with Shahin. During interrogation, Shahin admitted to his involvement in the crime and said Maliha had planned the murder of her husband Motin. Nitu was also killed as she witnessed her father’s killing. Prof. Munir said, “Alien culture has engulfed us. Facebook, mobile and air culture is being infiltrated through technology. When a foreign culture is accepted, a clash happens with our own culture. It is called Cultural Lag.” There are many such events taking place in our society which are not compatible to our social values. Sometimes it’s like bad digestion and causes a horrific appearance. Sometimes children are falling victim to illegal relationships of their parents. Because, on one hand people are engaging in more than one relationship and on the other, they are trying to conceal the matter from society. Besides, as the society is changing, basic needs of the people are increasing, lifestyle is changing and the capitalist society system has been infiltrated. As a result, human greed is increasing. Salma Parveen, a clinical psychologist, told The Daily Sun: “Decline in moral values is the main reasons for most of the incidents. But we have to see find out moral values are eroding. Most of the time we see that moral values erodes when somebody fails to fulfil his/her demand or fail to make him/her valuable to others. In this situation, one can take quick and destructive decision.” Morality is essential to lead a peaceful life. Moral values can ensure social peace, order and justice. Without morality a fruitful honest and durable democratic, administrative and judicial institution cannot be imagined. Moral awareness and conscience among the people of our society and community should be developed

Illegal Hunting: Migratory Birds Face Extinction Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2022: It is a very shocking news that various species of the migratory birds flying into Bangladesh from Siberia during the winter months are being hunted indiscriminately. It is illegal to hunt any animal species, particularly birds, in the country for pleasure and it’s disappointing that it still happens – that people still don’t see the benefits of wildlife. On their migratory routes the birds have to overcome enormous obstacles. Birds may be shot, caught in nets, become glued to branches for subsistence, recreational activities and traditional practice. Poisoning causes high mortality in migratory birds.  Illegal trade in vultures and other raptors is contributing to their decline. Parts of their bodies are in high demand and traded as bush meat or for traditional medicine and witchcraft. The birds are secretly served as a delicacy in restaurants and homes throughout the country. Initiated in 2006, World Migratory Bird Day is celebrated each year to highlight the need for the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats. Bangladesh government has undertaken some key actions to end illegal killing of birds. A task force has recently been established to implement the Plan of Action and to stop killing them. By joining forces and starting dialogues between all social groups and decision makers involved we can make migratory bird flyways safer places and preserve a healthy and rich environment for humans as well.

Swine flu: A Threat to Humans Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: Like people, pigs can get influenza, but swine viruses are not the same as human flu viruses. It spreads from person to person and it is happening among people who have not had any contact with pigs. But it is originated from swine. First it is found in Mexico. Many people died as a consequence. Slowly this virus has spread to America and Europe. Now it is spreading rapidly in Asia. The world Health Organization (WHO) calls it pandemic 2009. It has become an epidemic in Bangladesh. Many people have already been infected and hospitalized in our country. Some people have died also. The H1N1 virus is mainly responsible for this flu. Symptoms of swine flu are like regular flu symptoms and include fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose, body aches, headache and sneezing. Many people with swine flu have had diarrhoea and vomiting. If any patient has severe respiratory problem and proper medication is not given in time, he is to face death. But it is a matter of hope that China and Switzerland have already made vaccines. And our country also has proper medication. And special units have been opened in every government hospital. Special awareness and advice are given repeatedly by the health ministry. It is advised to remain clean all the time, to wash hands properly and not to spit here and there and to use mask while staying outside. By following the advice of the health ministry, we can certainly prevent its spreading and we can remain safe.

Shortage of Playground, an Acute Problem Staff Reporter, Dhaka, March 9, 2022: Though the school and college industry have been flourishing day by day in Bangladesh, most schools here in the capital have no playgrounds despite high tuition fees being charged from parents. Lack of playgrounds is affecting students’ physical and mental fitness, the specialized doctors of Bangladesh Shishu Hospital reported. It also impedes the normal course of education. However, a lot of such schools have been unable to fulfil the expectations of students. Students of nearly all schools and colleges have expressed their concern over the shortage of playgrounds and have urged authorities to construct playgrounds at the earliest. Md. Raihanul Haque, father of a student, said most schools and colleges were operating in small houses and students are forced to use parks as playgrounds, creating problems for residents. Shaheena, mother of a student, said schools or colleges without playgrounds should not be allowed to function. Murtaza Noor, an official from the government’s Higher Education Commission, said it was mandatory for schools or colleges to arrange cricket, hockey, football, basketball, volleyball and gymnastic competitions and physical training sessions for students. He, however, did not explain why no action was being taken against schools that lacked playgrounds. In order to ensure a congenial atmosphere in schools and colleges, there is no alternative way without having playgrounds which can play a pivotal role in the way of producing a healthy and sound minded new generation.

Visiting a Historical Place Staff Correspondent, Dhaka, March 9, 2022: Historical place means a place which bears testimony to history. Bangladesh is a land of historical importance. Everywhere there are places of historical interest. Visiting a historical place is truly interesting and exciting. Visits to such places have a great educative value too. Besides, it helps to remove the dullness of mind which occurs from the monotonous work. Mahasthangarh, a glorious chapter of old history, opened up before our eyes. Mahasthangarh was the site of Pundrangar. Pundranagar was the capital of the Mouryas, Guptas, Senas and Other Hindu Kings. The old city was about 2000 meters long and 1500 meters wide and was surrounded by a wall. Once it was a very flourishing city. Mahasthangarh stands on the western bank of the river Korotoa. There are some elevated places near Mahasthangarh. These place are known as ‘Vitas’, ‘Kundus’, ‘Ghous’ and ‘Dhaps’. One part of the dried river is known as the ghat of Khakabati. There is a museum at Mahasthangarh. Some images, dice, ornaments and posts excavated from Mahasthangarh have been kept in the museum. All the relics of the past make a permanent impression and tourists can learn a lot of things about our past civilization. A visit to a place of historical interest seems to be an interesting and source of entertainment of mind. It will undoubtedly be a great pleasure for everyone to be at Mahasthangarh. At the same time the government should come forward to protect this restricted area from its further decay.

Child Labour on the Increase Staff Correspondent, Dhaka, March 9, 2022: Child domestic service is a widespread practice in Bangladesh. A UN Children Fund has found that more than 6.3 million children under 14 are working in Bangladesh. Children are labouring as maids and servants, in garment factories and engineering workshops, in the construction sector, as bus or tempo helpers, in the cigarette factories, as roadside restaurant workers and street vendors, and in tea plantations and other agricultural sectors. Boys often perform tasks like going to the grocery, cleaning the drain, talking the garbage to roadside bins, washing the car and sell nuts etc. On the other hand, girls have to iron the cloths, attend phone calls and serve the guests. The child domestic workers are often the least paid in the society, their remuneration ranging from 80 taka to 400 taka per month. In most of the cases, they hand over all their earnings to their parents, leaving nothing for themselves. Children have been injured while engaged in factory work, in maritime work and while operating or cleaning machinery in motion. Child workers are regularly exposed to dangerous levels of dust, gases, fumes, heat and noise. Muscular-skeletal and respiratory-related ailments are common among child labourers. Child labour is not only inhuman but also destructive. Bangladesh must be prompt in making void child labour by taking effective and pragmatic steps so that today’s children can be ideal citizens for future. Children are the future hopes and aspirations of a country. So, we should give them proper facilities to grow up well stopping their unexpected and outrageous labour.

Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: A Baisakhi Mela was arranged in the Rotary School and College premises yesterday. The two-day fair mark cultural shows like singing, dancing, play acting, poetry recitation, stand-up comedy, food and other stalls, and raffle draws on one LCD TV, a laptop computer and a DVD player. Food stalls, among other items, sell typical Bengali food items like pitha, payesh, panta-ilish, shutki, jhaal-muri, and cotton candy. Traditional handicrafts, hand-made cakes, special kinds of food stuff, sweets, potteries, bangles, pitchers and cane products are the main exhibits. The fairs also provide entertainment, with staging Jatra, Pala gan, Kavigan, Jarigan and Gambhira Gan. Artistes present folk songs as well as Baul, marfati, Murshidi and Bhatiali songs. Several hundred Bangalis came to attend this fair and observed the Pohela Boishakh with much fanfare. Young women came to the mela wearing white sari with red borders and adorn themselves with bangles, flowers and tips. Men wear white pyjamas and panjabi. Children enjoyed shows by clowns, face painting and mehendi painting on their hands. The Baisakhi Mela is an ancient form of Bengali folk festival that continues to thrive in the modern age.

4-Day Science Fair in Monipur High School Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The Science Fair 2022 was held recently at Monipur High School amid enthusiasm of young scientists displaying various innovative projects. Wasima Parveen, Deputy Chairperson, and Mira Murshed, Head of Academics, were among the judges who assessed all the projects at the fair. Contestants presented their science project results in the form of a report, display board, and models that they have created. A few creative students of Class IX have successfully built a cheap car, which they believe will cut down environmental pollution because it runs on batteries, and will also allow more people to have access to cars because of the low price. Some of the outstanding projects of the Science Fair were on heart disease and fermentation, the star chart and solar system, and double circulation. Students were looking for problems to local solutions as well, such as flooding, load shedding and global warming. Main thrust of the fair is to encourage the young scientists alongside flourishing their innovative latent talents and building a science minded nation.The Science Fair was a platform for students to develop both their research and creative skills and the event was greatly enjoyed by the students, parents and management of the school.

Buriganga River Pollution Staff Reporter, Motijeel,Dhaka, Dhaka, March 9, 2022: Buriganga was once the lifeline of the Bangladeshi capital. But the once mighty Buriganga river, which flows by Dhaka, is now one of the most polluted rivers in Bangladesh because of rampant dumping of industrial and human waste. “The water of the Buriganga is now so polluted that all fish have died, and increasing filth and human waste have turned it like a black gel. Even rowing across the river is now difficult for it smells so badly,” he told the reporters. The plight of the Buriganga symbolises the general state of many rivers in Bangladesh, a large flat land criss-crossed by hundreds of rivers which faces an uphill battle to keep them navigable and their water safe for human and aquatic lives. Unabated encroachment that prevents the free flow of water, dumping of medicinal waste and waste of river passengers have compounded the problem, making the water unusable for humans and livestock. Among the top polluters are dozens of tanneries on the banks of the Buriganga. The government recently initiated a move to relocate the tanneries outside the capital, and also asked illegal encroachers to vacate the river. But environmental groups say they defy such orders by using their political links or by bribing people.

The Life of the Slum Staff Correspondence, Dhaka, 7 September, 2022: The number of luxurious apartments in Dhaka city is raising sky high on one side and the number of slums in also on the increase on the other side. The people of these slums lead miserable life without the basic needs of life. The largest slume of Dhaka is located at Kamalapur. The slum dwellers of Kamalapur are a sad tale to tell. They are always beset with various sorts of problems. Visiting the slum, it seems to the reporter that those people are destined to be suffered. There are as many as 200 shanties in this shanty-town. People lead here a very much unhygienic life. They are deprived of all basic human rights let alone education. Some non governmental organization have launched education programme for the slum infants. But their activities are not enough. They do not have any water or sanitation facilities. For this reason, they have to collect and use water from unhygienic sources. Sometimes, for days together they can not have their baths. Sometimes they do not have drinking water. Hence these slum dwellers suffer from diarrhea, dysentery and cholera all the year round. The women, old and the babies are the worst sufferers. As the slum has no medical facilities, their sufferings become worst when they are attacked by any disease. Due to the life style of the slum, any disease can easily spread out as epidemic form. Five years earlier, there were less number of people lived here. So the condition of this poor section of the society is deteriorating day after day. It is time the government to take initiatives for the betterment of these undone people. Sufferings of Slum-Dwellers Staff Reporter, The Daily Star, April 15, 2022. The slum-dwellers in different slums in Dhaka live a very hard life. Visiting different slums, this reporter found that all the slums face many problems. It is estimated that about five lakh people live in different slums. Their number is increasing day by day. They are poor and illiterate. They are day labourer, hawker, rickshaw puller and construction worker. A large section of them are garment workers. Some of them are housekeepers. Again some beg on the streets. All of them get a very poor amount of money. Basically, they live from suffer from hand to mouth. Rahim, a slum-dweller, said that they suffer from many problems. They have no facility of pure drinking water. They don’t have any supply of electricity. Even they have no system of sanitation. They live a very unhealthy life. Rahima, an old woman, said that women and girls in the slums suffer most. The local mastans tease them, use them and torture them. Sometimes criminals use the slums for taking and selling drugs. They make the slums places for anti- social activities. The government and political leaders, sometimes make promises to develop the slums. But their promises are never materialized. As a result, the fate of the slum-dwellers remains unchanged.

Meghna Launch Capsize Death Toll 43 Staff Correspondent, Motijeel,Dhaka, Dhaka, March 9, 2022: The death toll from Friday’s launch capsize in Meghna rose to 14 as rescuers recovered 12 more bodies on Saturday. Rescuers recovered two bodies in the place after the launch, the ML Saros, had capsized in the river at Gazaria in Munshiganj after being hit with a cargo vessel carrying sand about 7:30 am Friday. The launch was going from Narayanganj to Matlab in Chandpur.The passenger launch carrying over 150 passengers capsized Monday afternoon as it caught in storms, leaving dozens of people missing. Soon after the mishap, local people recovered four bodies from the river on Monday evening.  Later, the rescue workers pulled up 39 more bodies from the sunken launch on Tuesday, raising the death toll to 43. The one-member committee headed by Kazi Saiful Islam has made its inquiry report public, saying that the capsize was mainly caused by overloading of passengers and goods on the launch. Meanwhile, the district administration provided 4,000 taka (about 63 U.S. dollars) as grant to each of the 33 families of the capsized victims. Remaining families will also be provided with the money. A police boat was patrolling the river looking for more bodies

Freshers’ Reception Held in Udayan College Sumiya, Khulna; 24 April 2019: Yesterday the fresher’s reception function of Udayan college, Khulna was held with great fervor and enthusiasm. As an old and eminent educational institution of the city, the college observe fresher’s reception programme every year. It was arranged under the auspices of Udayan College X-Student’s Union. The members of the union did their best to make the function a great success. About 1000 former student’s enjoyed the function. The District Commissioner was the chief guest at the function. The local MP Latif Patwari was also present at the programme who was a former student of the college. After the recitation from the Holy Quran, the honorable chief guest inaugurated the function. He delivered a nice, short speech. Then the principal of the college Mr. Arunodoy Bosak delivered his welcome address towards the freshers. All the new-comers took their oath and then the actual function started. One of the 2nd year students recited the address of welcome and received the new students cordially. On behalf of the new students one of them expressed their feelings and gratitude. After that the cultural group of the college performs their songs, dances, jokes etc. Finally a renowned band group performs on the stage and entertained the students. At the end of the function, the principal thanked the chief guest, the principle, the teachers, and the students of the college for their co-operation in making the function a success.

Most common conjunctions along with their usage and examples: 1. And - Connects words or phrases of the same type. - "She bought apples and oranges." 2. Or - Indicates an alternative. - "Would you like tea or coffee?" 3. But - Shows contrast. - "I wanted to go, but I was too tired." 4. Nor - Used to present an additional negative idea. - "He doesn't like broccoli, nor does he like spinach." 5. For - Indicates reason or purpose. - "She stayed home, for she was feeling sick." 6. Yet - Shows contrast or an unexpected outcome. - "He's rich, yet he lives simply." 7. So - Indicates result or consequence. - "It was raining, so we stayed inside." 8. Because - Gives reason. - "She left early because she was tired." 9. Although - Shows contrast. - "Although it was raining, we went out." 10. Though - Similar to although. - "Though he was late, he managed to catch the train." 11. Even though - Emphasizes contrast. - "Even though it was cold, he went swimming." 12. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "Since you’re here, you can help me." 13. If - Indicates condition. - "If it rains, we’ll stay home." 14. Unless - Indicates an exception. - "You can’t go unless you finish your homework." 15. Until - Indicates time up to a point. - "We waited until the rain stopped." 16. Before - Indicates earlier time. - "Finish your work before you play." 17. After - Indicates later time. - "We’ll leave after the meeting." 18. When - Indicates time. - "Call me when you arrive." 19. While - Indicates simultaneous actions. - "She read a book while waiting." 20. As - Indicates reason or simultaneous actions. - "As it was late, we went home." 21. Whether - Indicates alternatives. - "I’m not sure whether to go or stay." 22. Because of - Indicates reason. - "We canceled the trip because of the storm." 23. Due to - Similar to because of. - "The flight was delayed due to fog." 24. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "We’ve been friends since childhood." 25. In case - Indicates condition. - "Take an umbrella in case it rains." 26. In order that - Indicates purpose. - "He saved money in order that he could travel." 27. As if - Indicates manner or condition. - "She looks as if she has seen a ghost." 28. As long as - Indicates condition. - "You can borrow my car as long as you drive carefully." 29. As soon as - Indicates immediate action after another. - "Call me as soon as you arrive." 30. Whenever - Indicates any time. - "Come whenever you like." 31. Wherever - Indicates any place. - "Sit wherever you want." 32. Because - Indicates reason. - "I’m going home because I’m tired." 33. So that - Indicates purpose. - "Speak clearly so that everyone can understand you." 34. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go even if it rains." 35. Provided that - Indicates condition. - "You can come provided that you bring a gift." 36. Assuming that - Indicates condition. - "Assuming that the weather is good, we’ll go hiking." 37. Lest - Indicates prevention. - "He studied hard lest he fail the exam." 38. Given that - Indicates condition or reason. - "Given that it’s raining, the match is canceled." 39. On condition that - Indicates condition. - "You can stay out late on condition that you call me." 40. So long as - Indicates condition. - "I’ll help you so long as you help me." 41. In case - Indicates condition. - "Take a map in case you get lost." 42. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "He listened while she spoke." 43. Once - Indicates time. - "Once you finish, you can leave." 44. Although - Indicates contrast. - "Although it was hard, she didn’t give up." 45. Though - Similar to although. - "Though it was raining, we went out." 46. Whereas - Indicates contrast. - "She is short, whereas her brother is tall." 47. Rather than - Indicates preference. - "I’d walk rather than take a bus." 48. Whether or not - Indicates condition. - "We’ll go whether or not it rains." 49. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "It’s been quiet since you left." 50. Now that - Indicates reason. - "Now that you’re here, we can start." 51. As though - Indicates manner. - "He acts as though he knows everything." 52. Supposing that - Indicates condition. - "Supposing that he agrees, we can proceed." 53. As soon as - Indicates time. - "We’ll leave as soon as you’re ready." 54. Unless - Indicates condition. - "You won’t pass unless you study." 55. Even though - Indicates contrast. - "She smiled even though she was sad." 56. Although - Indicates contrast. - "Although it was expensive, she bought it." 57. If only - Indicates wish. - "If only I had more time." 58. So that - Indicates purpose. - "He whispered so that no one could hear." 59. Whenever - Indicates time. - "Come whenever you want." 60. Until - Indicates time. - "Wait until I come back." 61. Whether - Indicates alternatives. - "I don’t know whether to laugh or cry." 62. Provided that - Indicates condition. - "You can go out provided that you finish your homework." 63. As - Indicates manner or time. - "Do as I do." 64. So long as - Indicates condition. - "You can stay so long as you’re quiet." 65. Unless - Indicates condition. - "Don’t call me unless it’s urgent." 66. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go even if it rains." 67. Once - Indicates time. - "Once we arrive, we’ll call you." 68. Though - Indicates contrast. - "He’s poor, though he seems happy." 69. Whether or not - Indicates condition. - "We’ll go whether or not it’s raining." 70. In order that - Indicates purpose. - "Study hard in order that you may succeed." 71. Assuming that - Indicates condition. - "Assuming that you’re right, we need a new plan." 72. Provided - Indicates condition. - "You can use the car provided you fill the tank." 73. Supposing - Indicates condition. - "Supposing it rains, what will we do?" 74. Because - Indicates reason. - "He left because he was tired." 75. So that - Indicates purpose. - "Turn the volume down so that she can sleep." 76. If only - Indicates wish. - "If only I knew the answer." 77. In case - Indicates condition. - "Bring an umbrella in case it rains." 78. Whenever - Indicates time. - "Visit us whenever you want." 79. Before - Indicates time. - "Finish it before you leave." 80. After - Indicates time. - "Call me after you arrive." 81. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "Since you’re here, let’s start." 82. Until - Indicates time. - "Wait until I return." 83. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "Study while you can." 84. Now that - Indicates reason. - "Now that it’s raining, we’ll stay inside." 85. As soon as - Indicates time. - "We’ll eat as soon as he arrives." 86. Lest - Indicates prevention. - "He spoke softly lest he wake the baby." 87. Because of - Indicates reason. - "We were late because of traffic." 88. Due to - Indicates reason. - "The event was canceled due to rain." 89. Owing to - Indicates reason. - "The delay was owing to technical issues." 90. Thanks to - Indicates reason. - "Thanks to your help, we finished early." 91. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go even if I’m tired." 92. So long as - Indicates condition. - "Stay so long as you like." Sure, I'll continue: 93. On condition that - Indicates condition. - "You can borrow the book on condition that you return it." 94. Inasmuch as - Indicates extent or reason. - "He is guilty inasmuch as he knew about the crime." 95. In case that - Indicates condition. - "Take your phone in case that you get lost." 96. Supposing that - Indicates condition. - "Supposing that it rains, we’ll need an umbrella." 97. So - Indicates result. - "He was tired, so he went to bed early." 98. Than - Indicates comparison. - "She is taller than her brother." 99. Rather than - Indicates preference. - "I would walk rather than take a bus." 100. In order to - Indicates purpose. - "He studies hard in order to get good grades." 101. In the event that - Indicates condition. - "In the event that it rains, the picnic will be canceled." 102. Only if - Indicates condition. - "You can go only if you finish your homework." 103. Once - Indicates time. - "Once you’ve finished, we can leave." 104. Because - Indicates reason. - "I left early because I was tired." 105. Though - Indicates contrast. - "She kept working though she was tired." 106. Even though - Emphasizes contrast. - "He went to work even though he was sick." 107. Unless - Indicates condition. - "You won’t pass unless you study." 108. Whether - Indicates alternatives. - "I don’t know whether to stay or leave." 109. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "We talked while we walked." 110. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "We’ve been friends since we were kids." 111. Until - Indicates time. - "Stay here until I return." 112. As long as - Indicates condition. - "You can stay as long as you need." 113. In case - Indicates condition. - "Bring a flashlight in case the power goes out." 114. If - Indicates condition. - "If you study, you will pass the exam." 115. Though - Indicates contrast. - "Though it was late, they kept working." 116. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go even if it rains." 117. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "He read a book while waiting." 118. In order that - Indicates purpose. - "He spoke loudly in order that everyone could hear him." 119. Provided - Indicates condition. - "You can borrow my car provided you return it by Sunday." 120. Assuming that - Indicates condition. - "Assuming that the weather is good, we’ll go to the beach." 121. Now that - Indicates reason. - "Now that it’s summer, we can go swimming." 122. Whenever - Indicates time. - "Come visit us whenever you like." 123. Wherever - Indicates place. - "Sit wherever you want." 124. Because of - Indicates reason. - "We stayed home because of the storm." 125. Due to - Indicates reason. - "The flight was canceled due to fog." 126. Owing to - Indicates reason. - "Owing to his hard work, he was promoted." 127. Thanks to - Indicates reason. - "Thanks to her help, we finished early." 128. In case that - Indicates condition. - "Take your phone in case that you get lost." 129. In order to - Indicates purpose. - "She saved money in order to buy a car." 130. So that - Indicates purpose. - "He spoke loudly so that everyone could hear." 131. Lest - Indicates prevention. - "She wore a coat lest she catch a cold." 132. Unless - Indicates condition. - "We can’t start unless everyone is here." 133. Only if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go only if you come with me." 134. Supposing - Indicates condition. - "Supposing it rains, what will we do?" 135. In the event that - Indicates condition. - "In the event that it rains, the match will be postponed." 136. Even though - Indicates contrast. - "He kept working even though he was tired." 137. Whether or not - Indicates alternatives. - "I’ll go whether or not it’s raining." 138. Because - Indicates reason. - "She left because she was upset." 139. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "We’ve been friends since high school." 140. Though - Indicates contrast. - "Though it was hard, she succeeded." 141. If - Indicates condition. - "If you hurry, you’ll catch the bus." 142. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "He studied while she watched TV." 143. Until - Indicates time. - "Wait until I return." 144. As soon as - Indicates time. - "Call me as soon as you get home." 145. Now that - Indicates reason. - "Now that we’re finished, we can relax." 146. In case - Indicates condition. - "Bring a coat in case it gets cold." 147. As long as - Indicates condition. - "You can stay as long as you want." 148. Unless - Indicates condition. - "Don’t call me unless it’s urgent." 149. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll come even if it’s late." 150. Though - Indicates contrast. - "He kept running though he was tired." 151. Because of - Indicates reason. - "We were late because of traffic." 152. Due to - Indicates reason. - "The delay was due to a technical issue." 153. Owing to - Indicates reason. - "The cancellation was owing to bad weather." 154. Thanks to - Indicates reason. - "We succeeded thanks to your help." 155. In order that - Indicates purpose. - "He left early in order that he could catch the train." 156. On condition that - Indicates condition. - "You can go out on condition that you finish your homework." 157. Provided that - Indicates condition. - "I’ll lend you the book provided that you return it." 158. Assuming that - Indicates condition. - "Assuming that we get the funding, we can start the project." 159. As though - Indicates manner. - "He acted as though he didn’t hear me." 160. Rather than - Indicates preference. - "I prefer to walk rather than drive." 161. In order to - Indicates purpose. - "She studied hard in order to pass the exam." 162. So that - Indicates purpose. - "He worked hard so that he could afford a new car." 163. Once - Indicates time. - "Once you’ve finished, we can leave." 164. If only - Indicates wish. - "If only I had more time." 165. In case that - Indicates condition. - "Take an umbrella in case that it rains." 166. Even if - Indicates condition. - "I’ll go even if it’s raining." 167. Whether or not - Indicates alternatives. - "I’ll go whether or not you come with me." 168. Since - Indicates time or reason. - "Since you’re here, let’s start." 169. Though - Indicates contrast. - "She kept working though it was late." 170. Unless - Indicates condition. - "You can’t go unless you finish your homework." 171. While - Indicates time or contrast. - "He listened while she spoke." 172. Until - Indicates time. - "Stay here until I return." 173. As long as - Indicates condition. - "You can stay as long as you’re quiet." 174. In case - Indicates condition. - "Bring an umbrella in case it rains." 175. Now that - Indicates reason. - "Now that you’re here, we can start." 176. Even though - Indicates contrast. - "She smiled even though she was sad." 177. So that - Indicates purpose. - "Speak clearly so that everyone can understand you." 178. Once - Indicates time. - "Once we arrive, we’ll call you." 179. Although - Indicates contrast. - "Although it was expensive, she bought it." 180. Though - Indicates contrast. - "Though it was hard, she didn’t give up." 181. Because - Indicates reason. - "He left because he was tired." 182. In case - Indicates condition. - "Take a map in case you get lost." 183. In order to - Indicates purpose. - "He saved money in order to travel."

Trade fair Ends Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The month-long 19th Dhaka International Trade Fair (DITF)-2018 ended on Monday with a declining spot order despite all-out efforts to make it a business Bonanza (a sudden opportunity to make money). Traders from India, China, Pakistan, Malaysia, the UAE, Singapore, Thailand, the US and Turkey took part in the fair, according to Export Promotion Bureau. A total of 480 stalls, pavilions and mini pavilions have been allotted to local and foreign companies. The fair was co-organized by Export Promotion Bureau in association with the commerce ministry. The fair earned almost 50 percent less than the amount earned in previous year. Last year, the DITF fetched Tk 157 crore spot order. “We have completed this year’s fair successfully,” said Shuvashish Bose, vice chairman of Export Promotion Bureau, saying that the fair received a total of Tk 80.44 crore spot order. Commerce minister Tofael Ahmed announced closing of the DITF- 2018 on Monday. The Honourable Minister expected that the country’s export earnings will reach US$ 50 billion by next five year. Thanking all for completion of the DITF 2018 in a successful manner, he urged to the local participants of the fair to move ahead the country’s export business through utilizing the experience of this fair. Usually, the fair starts at the very first day of the year. Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina inaugurated the fair at Sher-e-Bangla Nagar in the city, on January 11, 10 days after the schedule mainly for political turmoil. Initially the organizers were apprehending low sales and fewer visitors due to political unrest between the rulling party and the opposition. However, the scenario had started reversing few days after commencing the fair with improved political situation.

Mahasen Turns Thousands of Farmers into Paupers Staff Correspondence, The Daily Star, Patuakhali, May, 2022: Crops on one lakh 28 thousand hectares of land in the district have been totally damaged as cyclone Mahasen hit the coastal region on 16th instant. The croplands went under water as tidal surges washed away flood control embankments at many places during the cyclone. This correspondent visited some of the worst affected areas on Friday and talked to local farmers. Abdul Jalil Howlader (50), a marginal farmer of Chandkathi village of Galachipa upazila, said he cultivated ground nuts, chilli and pulses on 0.40 acres of land but all the crops went under water. “I would have reaped the crops only after 15 to 20 days but the cyclone frustrated all my hopes,” said Jalil who along with his wife and granddaughter were trying to remove rainwater from his chilli field. Alauddin Mia (55), another farmer from Rangabali Upazila, said he cultivated crops on three acres of land but all the fields have been flooded and now he is passing miserable days with his family. Standing crops on five acres of land of Shawkat Hossain and four acres of land of Mohammad Rased in the same village also got damaged in the same way. In Rangabali, 90 percent of the farmers have been affected by the cyclone. They need immediate help from government or non government level to resume their cultivation, said Md Liakat Ali, Upazila Nirbahi Officer. At least 2 died in Patuakhali and Bhola as the Cyclone Mahasen hits the coastal area around 9:00am on 16th May.

Eve Teasing: Another Death Staff Correspondence, The Daily Star, Comilla, November, 2022: Eve Teasing has become a social disaster for the girls and women of Bangladesh. It is increasing in an alarming rate across the country. After the tragic suicide of 15 years old Pinky in Khulna, A girl of 16 committed suicide in Comilla yesterday. The name of the victim is Mala Yeasmin. She was a brilliant student of class nine of Comilla Government Girls High School. She lived with her parents’ only half a kilometer away from the local Thana. On her way to school, she was often teased by one of her neighbours named Kamal Uddin(29). He used to tease Mala along with his friends. Yesterday Mala went out of her house to buy some medicine from a nearby pharmacy. Kamal, along with several friends, blocked her way and made suggestive remarks. Mala became angry and protested. At this, Kamal became more aggressive and bombarded her with crude language, pulling off her scarf and slapping her face. Some neighbours saw the incidents from a distance but nobody came forward to protest Kamal as he is known as a rising terrorist in the area. Like other girls, Mala could not tolerate the insult. She found her escape in death. She hanged herself with a sari tied to a ceiling fan in her bed room. At 6pm, Mala Yeasmin reached in a peaceful country where there is no Kamal. She was the only daughter of her parents. Mala’s mother was losing her sense again and again until the report was filed. Mizanur Rahman, an Inspector from the Sadar Thana, investigated the spot and consoled Mala’s Father that they will arrest the criminals in no time. It has been very difficult for common people to keep faith on the words of the police. Including this, 3 girls has committed suicide for eve teasing in the last 6 months in Comilla.

The Cultural Week of Dhaka College Observed Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The annual cultural week of Dhaka college, Dhaka was ended in the college premises yesterday. It was a week-long programme of the traditional institution of the country. The programme was presided over by the principal of the college, MD Ali. The chief guest of the programme was Local MP Salauddin Ahmed and the DC of Dhaka was present as the special guest. Distinguished guests of the area and honourable guardians were also attended the programme. The inaugural events of the day included recitation, music, dance, different types of native games, storytelling, speech and chorus. The week-long function was followed by distribution of prizes. The honourable guests delivered instructional speech to the student folk. In their speech they gave much importance to the proper and complete education with the demand of the time. At the same time they expressed their gratitude to the Principal for working hard for the betterment of the college. The chief guest calls for the students to come forward to save our tradition and culture. He said, "Students are the future leaders of the nation. So they have their duties to preserve their own culture." The Principal of the college, in his speech, expressed his future goals regarding the college. The special guest requests the guardians to be sincere to their child in the true sense. He sincerely thanked the students for their excellent performance. He said, "All sorts of educational institutions should arrange such kind of programme so that our young citizens can have the opportunity to express their latent talents."

WASA fails to meet the water-demand of the city Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: Amid frequent power cuts and the summer heat, water supply for Dhaka dwellers has dropped drastically in the last one month. Adding to the water crisis, dwellers of some areas were getting unusable foul-smelling water from Water Supply and Sewerage Authority. The stinky water was allegedly spreading waterborne diseases as well. The people living in Gulbagh, Madartek, Shekhertek, Pisciculture Housing have become the worst sufferers to the problem. Beside this, in some parts of Adabar, Monipuripara, Ashkona, Gopibagh, Mir Hazirbagh, Bashabo, Kadamtala, Sabujbagh and Ahmedbagh; people are getting foul-smelling water. They have to go to the nearer pump to take water. "We have not got a single drop for the last one month, which has made our lives miserable," said Mohammad Abul Baten, a resident of Gopibagh. He said around 2,000 residents of the area had to survive for days by buying water from WASA tankers, paying sometime more than twice the official price. He claimed that they had lodged a complaint with WASA Zone-3 Executive Engineer but the complaint fell on deaf ears. The official did not even take any action against tanker drivers involved in charging extra. Managing Director of Dhaka WASA T.A. Khan, however, claimed that there is no lengthy water crisis in the capital apart from some scattered pockets. He claims that due to some illegal water connections, water in the pipeline get contaminated during the dry season since water pressure in the pipes remain low then. He also blames the severe load-shedding which hampers pumping up of water. About the illegal water connections and charging extra by tanker drivers, Mr. Khan said they are going to take action immediately. According to the statistic, the demand for water in the city is 225 crore to 230 crore liters a day but WASA is able to pump 205 crore to 210 crore liters per day. Moreover, the pumps of WASA often seen closed for various types of mismanagement.

Pran Frooto Viqarunnisa Noon Science Festival begins Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: The Pran Frooto Viqarunnisa Noon 16th Science Festival 2012 organised by Viqarunnisa Noon Science Club began on the school campus in the city yesterday. Workers' Party President and lawmaker Rashed Khan Menon inaugurated the fair as the chief guest. Principal of Viqarunnisa Noon School and College Manju Ara Begum, director of the science club Mazeda Begum, teachers and students of the school and college attended on the occasion. A total of 650 scientific projects of 12 schools and 13 colleges of the city were showcased at the festival. Apart from scientific projects, scientific seminars, general knowledge and quiz competition, screening of films based on science fiction, sky observation session, and science, math's, physics, astro and chemistry Olympiads will also be held during the four-day festival. Speaking on the occasion, Menon called on other educational institutions to organize such festivals and said the students will have to be more involved in creative activities alongside their studies. Later, he visited different stalls of the science festival. Scientist Mohammad Ibrahim, Uzma Chowdhury, director of Pran Group was also present on the occasion. Prof AAMS Arefin Siddique, vice chancellor of Dhaka University, will be present at the concluding ceremony as the chief guest of the festival.

16 infected with anthrax in Bangladesh Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: Sixteen people, including four women, have been infected with anthrax at Khirshin village under Paba sub-district of northwestern Rajshahi district after eating contaminated beef. Having heard the news of infection on Saturday night, sub-district executive officer Abu Selim Mahmudul Hassan and sub-district livestock officer Shafiqul Alam visited the area and set up a health camp from yesterday. Quoting the report, they said the infected people had eaten beef of two slaughtered cattle purchased from a market near the Rajshahi city on August 3. Subsequently, all the men and women, who were involved in slaughtering, slicing and handling the meat, were infected with the skin disease. About 10 of them were given treatment at Rajshahi Medical College Hospital (RMCH). “We are getting anthrax patients in the hospital frequently for the last couple of days,” said Dr Nazmul Huda Sumon, Resident Physician of RMCH, adding that they are now improving after treatment. He said the skin disease spreads through different modes like direct contact, inoculation and inhalation. Anthrax is an infectious disease due to a type of bacteria called bacillus anthracis. Infection in humans most often involves the skin, gastrointestinal tract, or lungs, he said. He also said, anthrax commonly affects hoofed animals such as sheep, cattle, and goats, but humans who come into contact with infected animals can also get sick from anthrax. In the past, the people who were most at risk for anthrax included farm workers, veterinarians as well as tannery and wool workers. An official from Live Stock Department control room said 28 cows and 5 goats have died of anthrax in Sirajganj and Pabna since the outbreak of the disease. Talking to the reporter, Dr. Mahbubur Rahman, assistant professor of Medicine of RMCH, put emphasis on creating awareness among the mass people about the precautionary measures.

The Student of Viqarunnisa Noon School Finishes Annual Study Tour Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: Yesterday, the annual study tour of Viqarunnisa Noon School held with much grandeur, enthusiasm and excitement. This year, the venue was the historic Sonargaon at Narayangonj. About 200 students joined in the study-tour. 15 teachers and 10 staff of the school also present there. At about 8am, all the students gathered at their school campus. At just 8:30, they started their journey to Sonargaon. They hired 7 luxurious buses decorated with banners. The students were at liberty to perform as they wish. So, there were a lot of singing, dancing and merrymaking. At this time, several teachers also joined them to encourage their performance. On the way, they took their breakfast. About 10:30, the tour party reached their destination. There, first they visited the ruins of ancient Sonargaon Palace and other archaeological sites. Then they visited the Sonargaon Folk Art Museum. They were charmed to see the relics preserved there. At 1:30, they took lunch together. After taking lunch, they set out to visit the tomb of Sultan Gias-Uddin Azam shah and the tomb of Shah Langar. Students were seen to take notes at different sites as each of them will submit their own articles on the tour. Teachers were seen guiding them constantly.

113th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam observed Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: 113th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam has been observed across the country with pomp. To celebrate the day different social and cultural organizations held elaborate programmes. The day also marks the 90th anniversary of the publication of his most famed creation “Bidrohi”. To celebrate the 113th birth anniversary of National Poet Kazi Nazrul Islam as well as to mark the 90th anniversary of the great poem “Bidrohi”, Nazrul Academy organized a three day festival. The festival was inaugurated at the main auditorium of Bangladesh National Museum by Begum Uma Kazi, daughter- in-law of the poet. She attended the programme as the chief guest. The festival Included discussion, music, dance, recitation and award giving ceremony. Khilkhil Kazi, grand daughter of the poet; research and publication secretary of Nazrul Academy M Mizanur Rahman; Nashid Kamal, member of the academy; M Atikur Rahman, joint -secretary of the academy; among others, spoke on the occasion. Noted poets, educationalists, and the numerous Nazrul-Devotees were present there. The president of Nazrul Academy Dr. Ashraf Siddiqui presided over the programme. Dr Ashraf Siddiqui said, “Through his poems and songs, Nazrul had inspired people to fight against injustice, cruelty and repression during the British colonial rule. His songs and poems were also a key source of inspiration for the freedom fighters during the Liberation War.” Beside this, different social and cultural organizations held elaborate programmes to celebrate the day. Schools, Colleges and Universities of the country are observing the day.

Report on anti-tobacco seminar Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: No more Tobacco: a social organisation, held a seminar on smoking and its bad effects on public health, at Engineer’s Institute in Dhaka yesterday. The seminar was arranged as part of various programmes marking the Anti-tobacco Day to be observed tomorrow. Noted personalities from different non-government organisations (NGOS) spoke at the seminar highlighting the dangerous effects of smoking. “If we want to make our country happy and prosperous, it is prerequisite to make its people free from tobacco.” they said. They pointed out, “A person, who smokes, not only harms himself but also harms the people he keeps company with.” The speakers stressed on the need for creating mass awareness among the people about the curse of smoking. They also urged the government to take effective measures against the use of tobacco to save the people from this evil. Use the following information to write a short report about an armed robbery in a train. Date Place Time Vehicle Results   :         10.11.2021 :         Between Laksam - Comilla :         10 p.m. :         Local train :         Purse containing Tk. 50,000 from a business man and wrist watches and ornaments from female passengers were snatched.

Rain Causes Water Logging, Traffic Chaos in Dhaka Staff Reporter, Dhaka, July 5, 2018: Excessive rainfall triggered a massive water logging which has crippled life in several areas of Dhaka city. Low-lying areas like Motijeel,Dhaka, Farmgate, and Rup Nagar remain waterlogged with knee-deep water flowing at several places. The worst-affected lanes in these areas are the ones located near the telephone exchange. Even the manholes in these areas remain choked. The floods and prolonged water-logging have caused significant displacement presenting humanitarian challenges in safe water supply, sanitation, shelter and food security. It also damages dwelling houses, roads, educational institutions and so on. Commuters faced severe problems in reaching their destinations due to a lack of transport. City residents were seen stranded for hours in the traffic jam. Those who were able to obtain transport faced further problems, as rickshaw pullers and CNG-run auto-rickshaw drivers charged excessive fares, taking advantage of the inclement weather. Low-income residents, especially day labourers, suffered much as well since the rains disrupted their normal pace of life. Efforts to drain out rain water from these localities have proved futile. It is known to all that the root cause of water logging is faulty drainage system.   Large-scale use of polythene bags and ceaseless dumping of garbage by the people into storm sewers have chocked the outlets in many places. Shortage of fund, skilled manpower and lack of proper planning are responsible for the prevailing situation. Government of Bangladesh, the UN agencies and NGOs conducted assessments of the situation from various scopes and recommended a number of long and short-term actions. They suggest improving it as well as recovering the canals and water bodies around Dhaka to get rid of the floodwaters. According to officials, the PMC engineering wing had recently taken an initiative to remove water logging from different parts of the city.

Rapid Spread of Drug Addiction across the Country / Drug Abuse Alarmingly Rising in Bangladesh / Drug Addiction Turning Desperate at Motijeel,Dhaka Staff Reporter, Motijeel,Dhaka, July 5, 2022: Drug addiction is a growing problem among the youths in Motijeel, Dhaka. Many people from different age groups and backgrounds, including middle-aged people, housewives, and students, have become addicted to drugs. This has caused a deterioration in education standards as students have stopped attending schools and colleges, and even professors are getting addicted. The police have reported a significant increase in drug-related arrests of teenagers in the last few years. The root cause of this addiction is frustration, and drug abuse has become a fashion and recreation for many. Drug dealing has become a profitable business, and the uncontrolled trade has worsened the situation, with the police turning a blind eye. The drugs being used include phencyclidine, opium, and even heroin, leading the youths towards a fatal end. They are also committing serious crimes like hijacking, looting, killing, and robbery to buy drugs, endangering the social security of the people. The helpless people are eager to get rid of this problem, and the government's attention is needed to tackle it effectively. Everyone needs to be sincere in driving this curse of drug addiction from society, and local people can play a vital role in this regard. Only a collective effort can help in eradicating this growing problem of drug addiction from Motijeel, Dhaka.

Informal writing is characterized by a relaxed, conversational style, often used in personal communication and casual contexts. Here are 20 features of informal writing with examples: 1. Contractions: Using shortened forms of words. - Example: "I can't believe it's already Friday." 2. Colloquial language: Using everyday spoken language. - Example: "I'm gonna head out now." 3. Slang: Using informal, often trendy words. - Example: "That party was lit!" 4. Acronyms and abbreviations: Shortened forms of words or phrases. - Example: "LOL, that was hilarious!" 5. First-person perspective: Writing from the writer's point of view. - Example: "I think it's a great idea." 6. Second-person perspective: Directly addressing the reader. - Example: "You should totally check it out." 7. Short sentences and fragments: Using incomplete sentences for effect. - Example: "No way! That's awesome." 8. Simple vocabulary: Using basic, everyday words. - Example: "The weather is nice today." 9. Informal punctuation: Casual use of punctuation marks. - Example: "Well... I guess we'll see." 10. Exclamations: Using exclamation points for emphasis. - Example: "Watch out!" 11. Questions: Rhetorical or direct questions to engage the reader. - Example: "Can you believe it?" 12. Ellipses: Indicating a pause or unfinished thought. - Example: "I'm not sure... maybe we should wait." 13. Emojis and emoticons: Using symbols to convey emotions. - Example: "See you soon 😊" 14. Interjections: Using words to express emotion. - Example: "Wow! That was fast." 15. Casual tone: Maintaining a friendly and relaxed style. - Example: "Hey, what’s up?" 16. Informal spelling and grammar: Relaxed rules for spelling and grammar. - Example: "C u l8r." 17. Personal anecdotes: Sharing personal stories or experiences. - Example: "So, the other day I went to the store..." 18. Hyperbole: Exaggerated statements for effect. - Example: "I've told you a million times." 19. Repetition for emphasis: Repeating words or phrases for impact. - Example: "It was so, so good!" 20. Parataxis: Placing clauses or phrases one after another without conjunctions. - Example: "I came, I saw, I conquered." Here are six examples for each feature of informal writing, paired with their formal equivalents: 1. Contractions - Informal: I can't wait. - Formal: I cannot wait. - Informal: It's time to go. - Formal: It is time to go. - Informal: They're coming over. - Formal: They are coming over. - Informal: We're on our way. - Formal: We are on our way. - Informal: She won't agree. - Formal: She will not agree. - Informal: I'd like some help. - Formal: I would like some help. 2. Colloquial language - Informal: I'm gonna do it. - Formal: I am going to do it. - Informal: Wanna join us? - Formal: Would you like to join us? - Informal: Gotta go now. - Formal: I have to go now. - Informal: Kids these days... - Formal: Young people these days... - Informal: Y'all come back now. - Formal: You all come back now. - Informal: How's it going? - Formal: How are you doing? 3. Slang - Informal: That was dope. - Formal: That was excellent. - Informal: She is really cool. - Formal: She is very pleasant. - Informal: I'm totally bummed. - Formal: I am very disappointed. - Informal: This party is sick! - Formal: This party is amazing. - Informal: That movie was a flop. - Formal: That movie was unsuccessful. - Informal: He's such a bro. - Formal: He is very friendly. 4. Acronyms and abbreviations - Informal: LOL, that's funny. - Formal: That is very funny. - Informal: FYI, the meeting is at 10. - Formal: For your information, the meeting is at 10. - Informal: ASAP, please. - Formal: As soon as possible, please. - Informal: BRB, gotta run. - Formal: I will be right back; I have to go. - Informal: RSVP by Friday. - Formal: Please respond by Friday. - Informal: TBD on the details. - Formal: The details are to be determined. 5. First-person perspective - Informal: I think it's great. - Formal: It is considered great. - Informal: I believe we should go. - Formal: It is believed that we should go. - Informal: I noticed the issue. - Formal: The issue was noticed. - Informal: I feel it's important. - Formal: It is felt that it is important. - Informal: I suggest a break. - Formal: A break is suggested. - Informal: I recommend this book. - Formal: This book is recommended. 6. Second-person perspective - Informal: You need to check this out. - Formal: This should be checked out. - Informal: You will love it. - Formal: It will be loved. - Informal: Can you believe that? - Formal: Can it be believed? - Informal: You should try it. - Formal: It should be tried. - Informal: Are you ready? - Formal: Is one ready? - Informal: Did you see that? - Formal: Was that seen? 7. Short sentences and fragments - Informal: No way! - Formal: That is not possible. - Informal: Too late. - Formal: It is too late. - Informal: Really amazing. - Formal: It is truly amazing. - Informal: Right now. - Formal: At this moment. - Informal: Very cool. - Formal: It is very impressive. - Informal: Not a chance. - Formal: There is no chance. 8. Simple vocabulary - Informal: The test was hard. - Formal: The examination was difficult. - Informal: He is a nice guy. - Formal: He is a pleasant person. - Informal: The weather is good. - Formal: The weather is favorable. - Informal: I feel bad. - Formal: I feel unwell. - Informal: She's happy. - Formal: She is content. - Informal: This is fun. - Formal: This is enjoyable. 9. Informal punctuation - Informal: Well... let's see. - Formal: Well, let us see. - Informal: Hmm, I don't know. - Formal: I am uncertain. - Informal: So... what now? - Formal: So, what now? - Informal: Um, maybe. - Formal: Perhaps. - Informal: Wow, really? - Formal: That is surprising. - Informal: Oops! Sorry. - Formal: I apologize for the mistake. 10. Exclamations - Informal: Watch out! - Formal: Please be careful. - Informal: Awesome! - Formal: That is excellent. - Informal: Unbelievable! - Formal: That is incredible. - Informal: Amazing! - Formal: That is remarkable. - Informal: Great job! - Formal: Well done. - Informal: Oh no! - Formal: That is unfortunate. 11. Questions - Informal: Can you believe it? - Formal: Is it believable? - Informal: What’s up? - Formal: How are you? - Informal: Who would’ve thought? - Formal: Who would have thought? - Informal: Why not? - Formal: Why should it not be considered? - Informal: How come? - Formal: Why is that? - Informal: What’s new? - Formal: What is new? 12. Ellipses - Informal: Maybe... I don't know. - Formal: Perhaps, I do not know. - Informal: I guess... we'll see. - Formal: I suppose we will see. - Informal: It's possible... but not certain. - Formal: It is possible but not certain. - Informal: Well... alright then. - Formal: Well, alright then. - Informal: I thought... never mind. - Formal: I thought, but never mind. - Informal: So... what next? - Formal: So, what is next? 13. Emojis and emoticons - Informal: Great job! 😊 - Formal: Excellent work. - Informal: I'm confused. 🤔 - Formal: I am confused. - Informal: Thank you! 🙏 - Formal: Thank you. - Informal: Let's meet at 6 pm. 🕕 - Formal: Let us meet at 6 pm. - Informal: That's so funny! 😂 - Formal: That is very funny. - Informal: I'm tired. 😴 - Formal: I am tired. 14. Interjections - Informal: Wow, that's cool! - Formal: That is impressive. - Informal: Oops, my bad. - Formal: I apologize for my mistake. - Informal: Hey, what’s up? - Formal: Hello, how are you? - Informal: Ugh, this is annoying. - Formal: This is frustrating. - Informal: Yay, we did it! - Formal: We have achieved it. - Informal: Ouch, that hurt. - Formal: That was painful. 15. Casual tone - Informal: Hey, how’s it going? - Formal: Hello, how are you? - Informal: That sounds good. - Formal: That sounds acceptable. - Informal: I’m kinda tired. - Formal: I am somewhat tired. - Informal: Thanks for your help. - Formal: Thank you for your assistance. - Informal: See you later. - Formal: I will see you later. - Informal: Let’s get started. - Formal: Let us begin. 16. Informal spelling and grammar - Informal: Gotta go now. - Formal: I have to go now. - Informal: Lemme know. - Formal: Let me know. - Informal: Dunno what to do. - Formal: I do not know what to do. - Informal: Gonna be late. - Formal: I am going to be late. - Informal: Wanna hang out? - Formal: Would you like to spend time together? - Informal: K, see you. - Formal: Okay, I will see you. 17. Personal anecdotes - Informal: So, the other day I went to the store... - Formal: Recently, I visited the store. - Informal: I remember when I was a kid... - Formal: I recall my childhood. - Informal: Last weekend, we had a blast. Sure, continuing with the rest: 17. Personal anecdotes (continued) - Informal: Last weekend, we had a blast. - Formal: Last weekend, we enjoyed ourselves greatly. - Informal: I once tried to fix it myself. - Formal: On one occasion, I attempted to repair it independently. - Informal: Back in college, we used to have fun all the time. - Formal: During my college years, we frequently engaged in enjoyable activities. - Informal: One time, I got lost in the city. - Formal: On one occasion, I became disoriented in the city. - Informal: When I was a teenager, I loved skateboarding. - Formal: During my teenage years, I greatly enjoyed skateboarding. 18. Hyperbole - Informal: I’ve told you a million times. - Formal: I have told you several times. - Informal: This is the best day ever! - Formal: This is an exceptionally good day. - Informal: I’m so hungry I could eat a horse. - Formal: I am extremely hungry. - Informal: She’s always late. - Formal: She is frequently late. - Informal: This weighs a ton. - Formal: This is very heavy. - Informal: I’ve been waiting forever. - Formal: I have been waiting for a very long time. 19. Repetition for emphasis - Informal: It was so, so good! - Formal: It was exceptionally good. - Informal: This is very, very important. - Formal: This is extremely important. - Informal: I’m really, really tired. - Formal: I am extremely tired. - Informal: The food was super, super delicious. - Formal: The food was exceptionally delicious. - Informal: I miss you so, so much. - Formal: I miss you greatly. - Informal: He’s really, really nice. - Formal: He is very nice. 20. Parataxis - Informal: I came, I saw, I conquered. - Formal: I came, observed, and succeeded. - Informal: She laughed, she cried, she left. - Formal: She laughed, cried, and then left. - Informal: We met, we talked, we left. - Formal: We met, conversed, and departed. - Informal: He ran, he jumped, he cheered. - Formal: He ran, jumped, and cheered. - Informal: I cooked, I cleaned, I relaxed. - Formal: I cooked, cleaned, and then relaxed. - Informal: She studied, she passed, she graduated. - Formal: She studied, passed, and graduated.