ক্যান্টনমেন্ট পাবলিক স্কুল অ্যান্ড কলেজ, রংপুর ২০২৬

Complete the text with articles (a/an/the) as necessary. Some of the blanks may not require an article. Put a cross (×) in those blanks.

(a) ______ preference for lighter skin is often (b) ______ direct legacy of colonialism and (c) ______ racism. By selling (d) ______ "whitening" product, (e) ______ company profits from (f) ______ insecurity of people of color. This marketing strategy suggests that (g) ______ lighter skin is (h) ______ requirement for social acceptance. To fight (i) ______ global prejudice of colorism, we must realize that ( j ) ______ beauty exists in every shade of skin.

Complete the text with suitable prepositions.

Bangladesh is blessed (a) ______ a vast variety of birds due (b) ______ its tropical climate. These birds are categorized (c) ______ different groups based (d) ______ their habitats. The Magpie Robin, which is the national bird, is quite popular (e) ______ its melodious whistling. On the other hand, the Kingfisher is known (f) ______ its patience while waiting (g) ______ a catch: During the winter season, guest birds arrive (h) ______ large numbers and settle (i) ______ the haors and beels. We should be aware (j) ______ the importance of these birds in protecting our environment.

Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box.

(a) Nelson Mandela ______ in a small village in South Africa, yet he became a global icon of peace.

(b) The government ______ implement stricter environmental laws to prevent further climate damage.

(c) ______ is expected that the global economy will face significant shifts due to the rise of automation.

(d) Many modern professionals ______ work remotely from home than commute to a traditional office every day.

(e) ______ is no denying the fact that education is the most powerful weapon to change the world.

(f) Child : ______ a black hole ______ ?

Scientist : It is a region of space where gravity is so strong that even light cannot escape.

(g) ______ living in a world where every single device is connected to the Internet?

(h) The struggling family can barely afford two square meals a day, ______ expensive luxury goods.

(i) According to the new regulations, all citizens ______ follow the digital security guidelines for online safety.

(j) The stock market reacted sharply ______ the news of the new trade policy was announced by the ministry.

Complete the sentences using suitable clauses/phrases.

(a) The physics experiment was risky. If the lab assistant had followed the safety manual properly, ______ .

(b) I don't have enough money to buy a private jet to visit Africa. But if I win the lottery tomorrow, ______.

(c) Our neighbour, Mr. Khan, acts as if ______.

(d) Since the Internet connection was restored after three long days, students ______.

(e) We have wasted enough time gossiping at the canteen. It is high time we ______.

(f) The mysterious girl ______ has suddenly disappeared from the neighborhood.

(g) There is a famous saying that Nero fiddles ______. It means some people are indifferent to the sufferings of others.

(h) You must study your grammar rules attentively lest you ______.

(i) Exam is near. The load of studies is so heavy that ______.

(j) The mountain peak was so steep and slippery that ______.