suitable connectors

1. Complete the passage with suitable connectors:

Student life is the best time in life (a) ___ almost every student is free from cares (b) ___ anxieties of life. He has nothing to do (c) ___ study. (d) ___ a student, he should read novels, magazines, newspapers (e) ___ textbooks.

CB 16

 

(a) since/as because; (b) and; (c) but; (d) As; (e) and.

 

2. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:-

A hare is a very speedy animal; (a) ___, a tortoise moves very slowly. (b) ___ it has a heavy shell on its back. (c) ___, its legs are short. (d) ___, it cannot move as fast as other animals. One morning a hare laughed at a tortoise for its slow motion. The hare asked the tortoise to run a race. (e) ___ the tortoise felt hurt, it agreed to the proposal of the hare.

BB 16

 

(a) contrarily/ On the other hand; (b) Firstly/First of all; (c) Secondly; (d) So/As a result; (e) Since/As.

 

3. Fill in the blanks with appropriate connectors.

The world we live in is full of things (a) — natural and manmade. Both natural and manmade things constitute our environment. Any abnormal change in chemical, physical (b) — biological characteristics of the environment is called pollution. It causes a lot of harm to mankind. (c) —, it creates health hazards to a greater extent. So, some effective and positive measures should be taken (d) — prevent environment pollution. We (e) — the government should take a hand to create a better environment for living on Earth.

Jhenaidah Cadet College 2024

(a) both
(b) or
(c) Furthermore
(d) to
(e) and

 

4. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Facebook is a social medium (a) ___ is very popular. (b) ___ it provides the users with various information, all do not use it for positive purposes. Many Facebook users (c) ___ some of the youngsters sometimes use it whimsically which creates (d) ___ misunderstanding (e) ___ destroys social peace and order.

 

RB 24

(a) which; (b) Though; (c) including/especially; (d) not only; (e) but also.

 

5. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

None can deny the importance of tree plantation (a)— our lives on earth directly or indirectly depend on it. (b)— it is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c)— trees are planted, soon our country will turn into desert (d)— there will be an adverse change in the climate. (e),— we should plant more and more trees for our own sake.

 

SB 17

 

(a) because/since/as; (b) But; (c) Unless; (d) and; (e) So/Therefore.

 

7. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
   We can’t deny the importance of tree plantation, (a) —— our lives on earth directly or indirectly depend on it. (b) —— it is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c) —— trees are planted more and more soon our country will turn into a desert. (d) ——, there will be a harmful change in the climate. (e) ——, we should plant more and more trees for our own sake.

MB 24

 

(a) as/because/since; (b) But; (c) Unless; (d) Moreover/ Again; (e) So/Therefore.

 

8. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:-

Gold is a bright precious metal. There are many metals cheaper (a) ___ gold but look like it. They glitter well (b) ___ fade in course of time. Actually there are many people in our society (c) ___ are outwardly gentle and nice. But (d) ___ a period of time, their real identity is revealed. (e) ___, all that glitters is not gold.

DB 16

(a) than; (b) but; (c) who; (d) after; (e) Hence/Indeed.

 

9. Complete the passage using suitable connectors :-

21 February is a red-letter day in our national history. It is our pride (a) —no nation of the world has ever fought for its language the way we fought. So it has been now declared as the International Mother Language Day. The proposal has been passed unanimously in the General Assembly of the UNESCO (b)— some countries, pointed out (c) — the incident of 21st is related to the Bangalees only. (d)— the recognition of the day,(e)- the International Mother Languages Day by UNESCO has upheld the prestige of Bangalees all over the world.

CB 17

1. a) as/because; (b) where; (c) that; (d) Actually; (e) as

 

10. Complete the passage with suitable connectors:

Trees are very important (a) — they produce oxygen (b) — is a must for man and all living beings. We must realize (c) — they help us in many ways. (d) — trees are less in number, there will be an increased amount of carbon di-oxide in the atmosphere. (e) —it will enhance greenhouse effect.

JB 17

(a) because/as/since; (b) which/that; (c) that; (d) If; (e) Then.

 

11. Complete the following passage using suitable connectors:

Bangladesh is a small country (a) ____ it has a large population. A great number of people are poor (b)____ illiterate. (c) ____ we want to develop the country, we must control the rapid growth of population. (d) ____ we have to face a great problem. But it is a matter of joy (e) ____ our government is trying to solve the problem.

Ctg.B 20

(a) but; (b) and; (c) If; (d) Otherwise; (e) that.

 

12.Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Gold is a bright costly metal. There are various metals cheaper (a) —- gold but look like it. They glitter well (b) —- fade in course of time. Actually, there are many people in our society (c) —- are outwardly gentle and nice. But (d) —- a period of time, their real identity is revealed. (e) —- all that glitters is not gold.

Joypurhat Girls’ Cadet College 2024

(a) than (b) but (c) who (d) after/within (e) Actually! Indeed.

 

13. Complete the following passage using suitable connectors in the blanks.

Honesty is a divine virtue. The man (a)___ possesses this quality is the happiest person in the world. To be honest, a man should have trustworthiness. (b)___ nobody trusts a liar. (c)___, Allah helps the honest people. (d)___ children should be taught honesty from the very beginning of life. (e)___ they should be taught discipline too.

SB 19

(a) who; (b) Because; (c) Moreover; (d) Hence; (e) At the same time.

 

14. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

The whole world has turned into a global village (a) _____________ the improvement of information technology. Now we can know (b) _____________is happening on the other comer of the world sitting at home. One culture is coming in touch with another. The poor culture is receiving quickly the elements (c)_____________ are available in rich culture. (d) _____________, the intrusion of foreign culture is threatening our own culture. (e) _____________ we have to prevent the infiltration of bad culture of another society to our own culture.

Govt. Lab: High School, Dhaka 2024

(a) because of/owing to; (b) what; (c)that /which; (d) However; (e) So/Therefore.

 

15. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Memorizing and understanding are two distinct (a)____________ interconnected processes essential for effective learning. Memorization involves committing information to memory, often through repetition (b)____________ can aid in recalling facts during exams or discussions. Understanding, (c)____________, requires a deeper grasp of concepts and the ability to apply knowledge in various contexts. (d) ____________ memorization can provide a foundation; true comprehension fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills. (e)____________, combining both strategies enhances overall learning, enabling individuals to retain information while also making meaningful connections.

Rajuk Uttara Model College 2024

(a) but; (b) which; (c) on the other hand/however;(d) While; (e) Therefore/Thus.

 

16. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

None can deny the importance of tree plantation (a) ____ our lives on earth inevitably depend on it. (b) ____ it is a matter of sorrow that we are cutting down trees indiscriminately. (c) ____ trees are planted, soon our country will turn into desert (d) ____ there will be an adverse change in the climate. (e) ____ we should plant more and more trees for our own sake.

CB 20

(a) because/as; (b) But/However; (c) Unless; (d) and; (e)

So/

So/ That is why.

17. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Women are nowadays as important as men in the society. They constitute nearly half of our total population. (a) ____ there can be no denying the fact (b) ____ they too possess equal rights and duties (c) ____ men do. They have noble mission to fulfil as men. (d)____ they get opportunity, their genius, powers (e) ____ capacities will bloom fully.

MB 20

(a) So/Therefore; (b) that; (c) as; (d) If; (e) and.

18. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:-

Rural life and urban life have many common sides. (a) — differences between them are greater. Rural people do not have adequate educational and medical facilities. (b) —, they face problems with their communication network. (c)—, the urban people enjoy educational and medical facilities. (d) — the people of cities and towns enjoy a smooth and easy communication system. (e) —, there is a rush of people to come to cities from villages every year.

BB 17

(a) But/However; (b) Besides/Moreover; (c) On the other hand; (d) Moreover; (e) As a result/Consequently.

19. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

A school magazine is a magazine (a)___ is published by the school authority annually. It contains poems, articles, essays and jokes. The publication of it is not an easy task (b)___ it needs time, energy and money. (c)___, a magazine committee is formed from the teachers and the students. The editor (d)___ is selected or elected by the committee members invites writings. (e)___ good writings are selected for printing.

DB 19

(a) which; (b) because; (c) At first; (d) who; (e) Then.

20. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Many schools have a uniform (a)___ there are arguments for and against. One argument is what to put on. (b)___ pupils were allowed to wear clothes according to their own choice. (c)___ some clothes may not be suitable for schools. (d)___ some of the students cannot afford to buy it. (e)___ wearing a school dress is not allowed in every school.

Ctg.B 19

(a) though/ but; (b) Previously/Firstly/ At first; (c) Besides/Moreover/However; (d) But/ On the other hand/Moreover/In addition; (e) So/ Therefore/ Hence/ For this reason/ That is why.

21. Complete the passage with suitable connectors:

The greatness of a book depends (a) ___ on the accountability among the readers. If we read a book only once, we cannot discover many things in it. (b) ___ basing on one reading, we cannot judge the standard of a book. (c) ___ a book is praised highly, we have no doubt about the greatness of the book. (d) ___ by the first reading, we may not understand a book. (e) ___ if it is read more than once, we can understand the greatness of the book easily.

RB 20

(a) entirely/mainly/largely; (b) So/Thus/Consequently; (c) When/If; (d) Usually/Very often; (e) But/ Contrarily.

22. Complete the passage using suitable connectors :-

she is Ripa is a student of class ten. (a) — meritorious, she never takes pride in her merit. She is helpful to all. (b) — any weak student comes to her with any problem, she tries to help him. She is respectful to the senior (c) — affectionate to the junior. She is simple in behavior (d) — strict in principle. (e) —, everyone loves her.

RB 17

(a) Though; (b) If; (c) and; (d) but; (e) So/Hence.

23. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

An idle man does not do his work in right time. He puts off work of today for tomorrow. A student (a)____________ neglects his daily lessons is sure to fail. A young man who idles away his time becomes a burden to the family (b)____________ the society. His brain becomes the workshop of devils. It is said (c)____________ the devil tempts the busy man (d)____________ the idle man tempts the devil. (e)____________everyone should make the best use of time.

Rangpur Police Lines School and College 2024

(a) who; (b) and/as well as; (c) that; (d) whereas; (e) So/Therefore.

24. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a)___ it is a simple exercise, it is good for health both physically (b)___ mentally. (c)___ the morning air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollutions, it keeps us sound and healthy. Morning walk costs nothing (d)___ gives more. (e)___ we should make the habit of moming walk.

CB 19

(a) Though; (b) as well as; (c) As; (d) rather/but; (e) Hence.

25. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Almost all countries of the world suffer from the curse of unemployment problem. (a) – nowhere in the world this problem is so acute as in our country. There are many reasons behind it. (b) – our country is industrially backward. (c) – our system of education fails to give a student an independent start of life. It has little provision for vocational training, (d) – our students and youths have a false sense of dignity. (e) – they run after jobs only.

SB 24

(a) But; (b) For example/Firstly/First of all; (c) Moreover/ Secondly; (d) Furthermore/Again; (e) Therefore/That’s Why/As a result.

26. Complete the passage using suitable sentence connectors:

Global warming is increasing day by day (a) — deforestation. We cut down trees (b) — never think of planting more trees. (c) — human and other living beings are in the threat of extinction. Time is coming (d) — there will be no tree left for us. (e) — we have to face bitter consequence of deforestation.

Ctg.B 17

(a) because of/due to; (b) but; (c) As a result/ Consequently; (d) when; (e) Then.

27. Complete the following passage using suitable connectors in the blanks:

Summer noon is very painful and disgusting. (a) ____ the sun shines hotly over head, life becomes miserable. The sufferings of the people know no bounds (b)____ the electricity goes off. (c) ____ the people use hand fans to fan themselves. Children can neither sleep (d)____ read. They feel out of sorts. (e) ____ the poor suffer most. They work outside in the burning sun.

SB 20

(a) When/Since/As; (b) when; (c) Then/So; (d) nor; (e) But/Unfortunately/Specially/Above all.

28.

Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Research in education is very important. (a) —- it is a very hard task. (b) — it takes time, it contributes to the development of overall quality of education. (c) — research can bring out the potentials of the students. (d) —- the developed countries depend on research methods, we still lag behind. (e) —- our quality of education is not improving.

Sylhet Cadet College 2024

(a) But/However; (b) Though/Although; (c) Moreover/ Bésides; (d) Even though/Though; (e) As a result/ Consequently.

29. Complete the sentences:

(a) No sooner had we reached the school ____.

(b) Unless you study attentively ____.

(c) Scarcely had the party begun ____.

(d) If I had known his mobile number ____.

(e) Work hard provided that ____ .

DB 20

(a) No sooner had we reached the school than the bell rang.

(b) Unless you study attentively, you will not be able to make a good result.

(c) Scarcely had the party begun when the fire broke out in the ballroom.

(d) If I had known his mobile number, I would have called him.

(e) Work hard provided that you want to shine in life.

30. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Truthfulness is the greatest of all virtues. (a) ____ we do not cultivate the habit of speaking the truth, we cannot command the confidence of others. A lie never lies hidden. (b) ____ , it will come out today or tomorrow. (c) ____ , all despise him without considering his social status. The habit of speaking the truth, (d) ____ , must be formed from the very childhood. We should know (e) ____ speaking the truth is the most rewarding thing in life.

BB 20

(a) If; (b) Ultimately/Undoubtedly; (c) Then/At that time; (d) hence/ therefore; (e) that.

31. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

From my school days I heard a lot about college life. (a) __________, I was eagerly waiting for the day. (b) __________ the cherished day come. It was the 

26th 

26

th 

 October 1992. (c) __________ I reached the college, I found the whole college campus crowded by lots of young pupils. (d) __________ all of them were unknown to me. I felt very lonely. (e) __________ I met one of my school friends. I was relieved.

BAF Shaheen College, Dhaka 2024

(a) So/This is why; (b) At last/Finally; (c) When; (d) But; (e) Fortunately/However/Suddenly.

32. Complete the following passage using suitable connectors.

Summer is the warmest season of the year (a) _________ it is the season of extreme heat. Sometimes showers give relief to all. But Kalbaishakhi visits now and then. It comes with lightening, thunder, terrible wind and downpour. (b)_________ it causes havoc to life and property. (c)_________, small pox, cholera and other diseases break out during this time. (d) _________all these disadvantages of summer, it is not without its blessing. It is rich in juicy fruits (e)_________mango, lichi, blackberry, jackfruit etc.

Cantt Public School & College, Rangpur 2024

(a) and/because; (b) As a result/Consequently; (c) Moreover/Not only that; (d) Despite; (e) such as.

33. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

The rapid growth of population must be controlled. (a) ____ all sorts of attempts to solve food problem will fail. (b) ____ , we have to increase our food production very rapidly. We may, mostly, solve our food problem by changing our habit. (c) ____ , we can take potato instead of rice. (d) ____ it is high time we changed our eating habit. (e) ____ , knowledge of nutritive value of food can help to solve our food problem to a great extent.

DB 20

(a) Otherwise; (b) In addition/Again/Besides; (c) For example/For instance/To illustrate; (d) In fact/Now/So; (e) Besides/Moreover/Also.

34. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Dengue fever is a serious disease (a) –– is caused by a kind of virus called ‘Dengue Virus’. (b) –– this virus was identified in Africa (c) –– now it has spread all over the world. (d) –– in most cases dengue fever has its remedy, it is better to prevent it. (e) –– we keep our dwelling houses clean and people are conscious of it, we can easily avoid this disease

Mirzapur Cadet College 2024

(a) which
(b) Although
(c) yet
(d) Although
(e) If

35. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

5 August 2024 is a red letter day in our national history. We are proud of our students. Especially GenZ , (a) _____________ have thrown away the dictator from the power. (b) _____________ stop the movement against quota the then ruling party, its students group and law maintaining forces killed many students in cool blood. (c) _____________ with the death of Abu Sayed in Rangpur, everything went against the government. The dictator PM tried her best (d) _____________ the situation turned out of control. (e) _____________ , the freedom of voice is achieved.

Bogura Cantt Public School & College 2024

(a) who; (b) In order to; (c) In fact/Actually/ Eventually; (d) But; (e) Finally/At the end.

36. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Every citizen has some duties and responsibilities for his nation. (a) ___ most of the people are careless in this respect. People of this country have achieved national identity at the cost of a great sacrifice (b) ___ is still evaluated nationally (c) ___ some selfish people never want to give them recognition. (d) ___ we all should do some benevolent activities. (e) ___ we will be guilty to the nation.

Ctg.B 16

(a) But; (b) which; (c) though; (d) So; (e) Otherwise.

37.

Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Moral values play a crucial role in shaping our character and guiding our actions. (a) —— they help us distinguish between right and wrong; (b) -——, honesty is often seen as a fundamental principle that fosters trust in relationships. (c) ——-, compassion encourages us to empathize with others, thus promoting a sense of community. (d)—— -, moral values not only influence individual behavior but also impact society as a whole. When people uphold values such as justice and respect, they contribute to a more harmonious environment. (e) -—— a lack of moral values can lead to conflicts and sccial unrest.

Barishal Cadet College 2024

(a) Indeed/In fact/Actually; (b) For example; (c) Moreover; (d) Therefore; (e) On the other hand.

38. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:-

(a) ___ I were a rich man, I would help others. People living under poverty line has the hope of better days (b) ___ they do not get (c) ___ they dream of. (d) ___ their condition is getting from bad to worse. The only thing (e) ___ they need is nothing but education.

SB 16

(a) If; (b) but; (c) what; (d) Rather/Instead; (e) that/which.

39. Make five sentences using the parts of sentences from each column of the table below.

Corruption	be	in both public and private sectors.
It	may be	to remove it, we will not be able to build ‘Sonar Bangla’.
Our government	fail	a curse not only to our nation but also all over the world.
If we	is trying	defined as the abuse of entrusted power for the private gain.
	occurs	to control it with iron hand.

RB 20

1. Corruption is a curse not only to our nation but also all over the world.

 

1. It may be defined as the abuse of entrusted power for the private gain.

 

iii. It occurs in both public and private sectors.

 

1. Our government is trying to control it with iron hand.

 

1. If we fail to remove it, we will not be able to build ‘Sonar Bangla’.
2. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Most of our students cannot write out their examination paper fairly (a) ____________ they cannot understand the questions properly. They often beat about the bush and lengthen their answers with irrelevant and unnecessary details. (b) ____________ their teachers suggest (c) ____________ their answers should be brief and precise, they often lengthen these unnecessarily. You all should understand the questions well and answer them to the point (d) ____________ getting expected marks. Do not worry (e) ____________ your answers are fairly short.

Noor Mohammad Public College, Dhaka 2024

(a) because/since/as; (b) Though/Although; (c) that; (d) with a view to; (e) if

41. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Honesty is the best way of leading life through (a) ____one can get mental peace. It is a great rational virtue (b) _____ leads a man to the way of humanity. Life of a man is not very peaceful (c) _____ honesty can open a door of peace before him. An honest man is more respected (d) _____ other men. (e)_____ , we shall never.be dishonest in our life.

Din.B 20

(a) which; (b) that/which; (c) but/yet/whereas; (d) than; (e)

So/

So/ Therefore.

42. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

It is known to all (a) ___ about half of our population are women. They are entitled to equal rights and privileges (b) ___ men enjoy. (c) ___ in reality, they do not get their dues. For the true development of our country, they should be given proper education and training. (d) ___ every woman is a potential mother and her influence on her children is very great. (e) ___, we should pay proper attention to our womenfolk.

CB 24

(a) that; (b) as; (c) However/But; (d) In fact/Actually/ To tell the truth (e) So/Therefore.

43. Complete the passage using suitable sentence connectors:-

An idle man does not do his work in right time. He puts off work of today for tomorrow. A student (a) ___ neglects his daily lessons is sure to fail. A young man who idles away his time becomes a burden to the family (b) ___ the society. His brain becomes the workshop of devils. It is said (c) ___ the devil tempts the busy man (d) ___ the idle man tempts the devil. (e) ___ everyone should make the best use of time.

Din.B 16

(a) who; (b) as well as; (c) that; (d) while; (e) So.

44. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Climate change means the changes in climate. (a) ___ climate on earth is constantly changing. (b) ___ climate change, the weather pattern in any specific region on earth (c) ___ across the whole earth is changing. Human activities are greatly responsible for it. We are cutting down trees for habitation and agricultural purpose. (d) ___, use of chemicals in industries causes serious harm to the ozone layer. (e) ___, there is a rapid increase in temperature causing greenhouse effect.

BB 19

(a) At present; (b) Due to; (c) as well (d) In addition; (e) As a result.

45. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

It is distressing to see how nutritious foods (a)__________were once accessible to people with low income are fast getting out of their reach. (b)__________ traditionally cheap items known (c)__________ the ‘poor man’s protein’ are getting pricier. Prices of different fishes (d)__________ pangas, rui, katla, tilapia (e)__________ koi have also increased a lot.

Ideal School and College, Motijheel 2024

(a) which/that; (b) Even/At present/For example; (c) as; (d) such as/like; (e) and.

46.

Fill in the blanks in text below with suitable connectors.

A student (a) —- is idle cannot prosper in life. He becomes a burden to the family (b) —- the society. It is said (c) —- the devil tempts the busy man (d) —-the idle man tempts the devil. (e) —- , no student should be idle.

Pabna Cadet College 2024

(a) who; (b) and/as well as; (c) that; (d) while; (e) That’s why/Hence/So/Therefore.

47. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a) ____________ it is a simple exercise, it is good for health both physically (b) ____________ mentally. (c) ____________ the moming air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollutions, it keeps us sound and healthy. Morning walk costs nothing (d) ____________ gives more. (e) ____________ we should make the habit of morning walk.

Viqarunnisa Noon School and College 2024

(a) Though/Although; (b) and; (c) As/Since;  (d) but; (e) So/Therefore.

48. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Most of our students cannot write out their examination paper fairly. (a) ____________ they cannot understand the questions properly, they often beat about the bush and cram their answers with irrelevant and unnecessary details. (b) ____________ their teachers suggest (c) ____________ their answers should be brief and precise, they often lengthen these unnecessarily. (d) ____________ get expected marks, you all should understand the questions well and answer them to the point. Do not worry: (e) ____________ your answers are fairly short.

Chattogram Govt. High School 2024

(a) As/Since; (b) Though/Although;. (c) that; (d) In order to; (e) if

49. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

People usually want to have their own way. They want to think and act (a)___ they like. (b)___ one cannot have one’s own way all the time. A person cannot live in an environment without considering the interest of others (c)___ his own interest. People in society may take their own decision. (d)___ these decisions ought not to be unjust (e)___ harmful to others.

Din.B 19

(a) as; (b) However; (c) as well as; (d) But; (e) or.

50. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Trees are very important (a) ___ They produce oxygen (b) ___ is a must for man and all living beings. We must realize (c) ___ they help us in many ways. (d) ___ trees are less in number, there will be an increased amount of carbon di-oxide in the atmosphere (e) ___ it will enhance greenhouse effect.

Din.B 24

(a) indeed; (b) which; (c) that; (d) When/If; e) and.

51.

Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Drug addiction is a great threat in our country. It is more powerful (a) — cancer because cancer attacks a man individually (b) — drug addiction massacres the whole nation. It brings social crimes (c)— hijacking, looting, plundering, killing, robbery, rape, unrest, terrorism (d) — so on. (e) —, stern action should be taken agaịnst it.

Cumilla Cadet College 2024

1. a) than; b) but; c) such as; d) and; e) So/Therefore/ Hence.
2. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
   Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a) ___ it is a simple exercise, it is good for health both physically (b) ___ mentally. (c) ___ the morning air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollutions, it keeps us sound and healthy. Morning walk costs nothing (d) ___ gives more. (e) ___ we should make the habit of morning walk.

Ctg.B 24

(a) Though/Although; (b) and; (c) As/Since; (d) but; (e) Therefore.

53. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.
    We know that trees are very important (a) ___ they produce oxygen (b) ___ is a must for all living creatures. They are our best friends (c) ___ we are not consicious of it. Time is coming (d) ___ there will be no tree left for us. (e) ___, we should plant more and more trees for our own sake.

JB 24

(a) because ;(b) which; (c) but; (d) when; (e) So/ Therefore.

54. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

(a) ___________ I were a rich man, I would help others. People living below poverty line have the hope of better days.(b)___________ they do not get (c) ___________they dream of.

(d) ___________ , their condition is getting from bad to worse. The only thing (e) ___________ they need is nothing but education.

Adamjee Cantt Public School 2024

1. a) If; b) But/In fact/Unfortunately; c) what; d) Rather/ Instead; e) that/which.
2. Complete the sentences.

(a) As flower is a symbol of beauty,____.

(b) There is hardly any person ____.

(c) We can turn enemies into friends____.

(d) It is said that those who do not love flowers ___.

(e) Many people cultivate flowers because____.

Din.B 20

(a) As flower is a symbol of beauty, everybody loves it.

(b) There is hardly any person who dislikes flower.

(c) We can turn enemies into friends by offering them flowers.

(d) It is said that those who do not love flowers are devoid of human compassion.

(e) Many people cultivate flowers because flower cultivation is profitable.

56. Complete the following sentences:-

(a) We come to know about the happenings of home and abroad if ___.

(b) People read newspaper lest ___.

(c) Many students do not read newspaper regularly as ___.

(d) Many people earn their living by ___.

(e) I become happy when ___.

CB 16

(a) We come to know about the happenings of home and abroad if we read newspaper regularly.

(b) People read newspaper lest they should remain ignorant about current affairs.

(c) Many students do not read newspaper regularly as they do not realize its importance.

(d) Many people earn their living by selling newspapers.

(e) I become happy when I get the daily newspaper in the early morning.

 

57.Complete the passage using suitable sentence connectors.

Rural life and Urban life have many common sides. (a) —- differences between them are greater. Rural people do not have adequate education and medical facilities. (b) -—- they face problems with their communication network. (c)—– , the urban people enjoy a lot of educational and medical facilities. (d)-—-, the people of cities and towns enjoy a smooth and easy communication system. (e) -—- rural life is deprived of modern facilities whereas urban life is as modern as enjoyable.

Faujdarhat Cadet College 2024

(a) But/However; (b) Besides/Moreover, (c) On the other hand/On the contrary; (d) Moreover/ Furthermore; (e) To sum up/To conclude/To summárize.

 

58. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Globalization is a term (a) — is commonly used by man. (b) — it is a process of expanding trade and commerce all over the world creating a borderless market. (c) — global development, we have conquered the time (d) — distance. (e) —, we can learn what is happening in the farthest corner of the world.

Din.B 17

(a) that/which; (b) Actually/In fact; (c) For; (d) and; (e) At present/Now/Nowadays.

 

59. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Undoubtedly, student life is the best time for building one’s next life. (a)____________ every student should be sincere about their student life. (b) ____________ a student passes this time idly, he will suffer in the long run. (c) ____________ it has a beginning (d) ____________ an ending, they should be careful (e) ____________ they can use their whole student life properly.

Dhaka Residential Model College 2024

(a) So/Therefore; (b) If; (c) As; (d) and; (e) so that/ in order that.

 

60. Complete the following passage, using suitable connectors in the blanks:-

Honesty is a divine virtue. The man (a) ___ possesses this quality is the happiest person in the world. To be honest, man should have trustworthiness (b) ___ nobody trusts a liar. (c) ___, Allah helps the honest people. (d) ___ children should be taught honesty from the very beginning of life. (e) ___ they should be taught discipline.

RB 16

(a) who; (b) because; (c) Besides; (d) So; (e) In addition.

 

61. Complete the passage using suitable connectors :

(a) ___ population problem is one of the greatest problems in our country. (b) ___ Bangladesh is a small country, it has a huge population. The government finds it difficult to provide basic necessities. (c) ___ it has become a great concern to all. (d) ___ solving this problem some necessary steps should be taken. In this regard general people should help the ‘government. (e) ___ the population growth is controlled, people will lead a happy life.

JB 16

(a) Nowadays; (b) Although; (c) That is why; (d) For; (e) If.

 

62. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Morning walk is a good habit for all classes of people. (a) ___ it is a simple exercise, it is good for health (b)___ mentality. (c)___, the morning air is fresh and free from any kind of noise and pollution. Morning walk is such an exercise which costs nothing (d)___ gives more. (e)___ we should make a habit of morning walk.

JB 19

(a) Though; (b) and; (c) Moreover; (d) but; (e) So.

 

63. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

A healthy man can do any work. (a) __________, he can eat any food he likes. (b) __________, he can enjoy life in every way. (c)__________, an unhealthy man is unhappy, for he cannot eat and do what he likes. (d)__________, he lives and dies poor. He may have intelligence, merit, learning and power, but he cannot-put them to the use and reap their benefits. (e) __________, health is the source of all happiness in life.

Rajshahi Cantt Public School & College 2024

(a) Also/Besides; (b) Therefore/Thus/So; (c) On the other hand; (d) Thus/As a result; (e) That is why/So.

 

64. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

Teaching is such a profession (a) ____ helps to build a nation. A teacher is (b) ____ a guíde (c) ____ a pioneer. He has to be dedicated to this noble profession in order to guide the nation. (d) ____ , he is called an architect of a new society. (e)____ he neglects his duties, social discipline will break down.

JB 20

(a) that/which; (b) not only/both; (c) but also/and; (d) So/For this reason/Therefore; (e) If.

 

65. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Facebook is a social medium (a) ___ is very popular. (b) ___ it provides the users with various information, all do not use it for positive purposes. Many Facebook users (c) ___ some of the youngsters sometimes use it whimsically which creates (d) ___misunderstanding (e) ___ destroys the social peace.

BB 24

(a) which/that; (b) Though/Although; (c) especially/ including; (d) not only; (e) but also.

 

66.Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

The person (a) — is contented with what he gets and (b) — he has is really happy. Money can buy the means of happiness (c) — it cannot give us happiness. (d) — we can see that the richest people of our society are not the happiest people. (e) —, they lead a life burdened with cares and anxieties and pass sleepless nights.

Rajshahi Cadet College 2024

(a) who; (b) what; (c) but; (d) That’s why/For this reason/So/Therefore; (e) Instead/Rather.

 

67. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:-

(a)___ taking food, we should bear in mind (b)___ we do not eat just to satisfy hunger or to fill the belly. We eat (c)___ we can preserve our health. Some people, living in the midst of plenty, do not eat the food they need for good health (d)___ they have no knowledge of the science of health and nutrition. (e)___, they suffer from various diseases.

All.B 18

1. a) While; b) that; c) so that; d) as/since/ because; e) As a result/ Consequently/For this/ Therefore.

 

68. Complete the passage using suitable connectors:

We know that trees are essential for all kinds of creatures. They give us not only food (a) — oxygen. They protect us from natural calamities. (b) —, they are called the saviour of our environment. (c)— many people are not aware of this. They cut down trees randomly. (d)—, forest lands are shrinking. (e)— people go on cutting down trees, one day there will be no trees left for us.

DB 17

(a) but also; (b) Therefore/So; (c) But; (d) As a result/So/Therefore; (e) If.

 

69.Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

Global warming is increasing day by day (a)—- deforestation. We cut down trees (b) — never think of planting more trees. (c) —humans and other living beings are in the threat of extinction. Time is coming (d)— there will be no tree left for us. (e)—we have to face bitter consequences of deforestation.

Rangpur Cadet College 2024

(a) because of/due to; (b) but; (c) As a result/ Consequently/Hence; (d) when; (e) Then/At that time/ Therefore.

 

70. Complete the passage using suitable sentence connectors:

Teaching is such a profession (a) ____________ helps to build a nation. A teacher is (b) ____________ a guide (c) ____________ a pioneer. He has to be dedicated to this noble profession in order to guide the nation, (d) ____________, he is called an architect of a new society. (e) ____________ he neglects his duties, social discipline will breakdown.

Munshi Abdur Rouf Public College, Dhaka 2024

(a) which; (b) not only/both; (c) but also/and; (d) For this reason/So/That’s why; (e) If.

 

71. Complete the following passage using suitable connectors:

It is known to all (a) ___ gold is a valuable metal. There are many metals cheaper than gold though they look like it. (b) ___ they glitter for some time, they fade away in the long run. In our society, there are also many people (c) ___ are outwardly very gentle and polished. Later on their real identity is revealed (d) ___ they do not exercise moral values. That’s why people say, “All (e) ___ glitters is not gold.”

DB 24

(a) that; b) Though; c) who; d) as/since; e) that.

 

72. Complete the passage using suitable connectors.

The whole world has turned into a global village (a)___ the improvement of information technology. Now we can know (b)___ is happening on the other corner of the world sitting at home. One culture is coming in touch with another. The poor culture is receiving quickly the elements (c)___ are in rich culture, (d)___ technology transforms culture and develops it. (e)___ we have to prevent the infiltration of bad culture of another society to our own culture.

RB 19

(a) because of; (b) what; (c) which; (d) Thus; (e) However.