Part – A : Grammar (Marks – 30)

1. Fill in the gaps with suitable words:

(a) a
(b) with
(c) many
(d) to
(e) by
(f) the
(g) as
(h) built
(i) architectural
(j) architectural / attractive (যেটি তোমার স্কুলে শেখানো হয়)

(নোট: এখানে (i) ও (j) – দুটোই ‘architectural beauty’ হতে পারে। তোমার শিক্ষক যেটি নেন সেটি লিখবে।)

2. Make five sentences using parts of the table:

1. Punctuality is the process for proper utilization of time.

2. It is the habit of being punctual from one’s childhood.

3. In a wider sense, it should form necessary for all human beings.

4. To maintain punctuality denotes the habit of doing a thing in its exact time.

5. So, one makes it a habit.

3. Complete the following text with the right forms of the verbs:

(a) happened
(b) lived
(c) bought
(d) blew
(e) went

4. Change the following into direct/indirect speech:

(a) The beggar prayed that he might pass the examination.
(b) The health officer observed, “How dirty the hotel is!”
(c) She asked if I would be attending the conference.
(d) The child said, “How cool this new toy is!”
(e) The manager announced that the project was complete.

5. Change the following according to directions:

(a) My father admitted me to Adamjee Cantonment Public School. (Active)
(b) I will never forget that day. (Affirmative → Already affirmative! Acceptable rewrite: That day will always remain unforgettable to me.)
(c) The day was spent with my new classmates and teachers. (Passive)
(d) The day was very thrilling. (Assertive)
(e) There were no unavailable teachers. (Negative)

6. Add punctuation & capital letters:

Mother is an unending sweet name. She loves her children and never neglects her duties to them. When I think, my mother will leave us and embrace the eternity, I am at a loss. How can we bear this separation?

Part – B : Composition (Marks: 20)

7. Write a letter to your younger brother about the necessity of learning English.

Date:
Address:

Dear Mukter,
I hope you are well. I have come to know that you are not interested in learning English. I am writing this letter to tell you how important English is in our daily life. It is an international language, and without learning it properly, you cannot build a bright future. Almost every good job requires English skills. Even higher education depends greatly on English.
So, I advise you to take English seriously from now on. If you need any help, feel free to ask me.
Your loving brother,
Monir

8. Write a short composition on ‘Your Childhood Memories’ (250 words).

Your Childhood Memories

Childhood is the sweetest and most memorable period of a person’s life. Whenever I remember my childhood days, my heart fills with joy. I spent my early years in a small village where nature was my closest companion. I used to play with my friends in the open fields, run after butterflies, and swim in the nearby pond. Those carefree days are unforgettable.

One of my most memorable childhood moments was visiting my grandparents’ house during every vacation. My grandmother told me wonderful stories, and my grandfather took me to the market and bought me sweets. We played many traditional games like gollachut, kanamachi, and carrom.

Another memory I cherish is my first day at school. I was nervous, but soon I made new friends. Our teachers were kind and taught us with love. We used to share tiffin, sing songs, and enjoy different activities together. Every day seemed like a festival.

Childhood was full of innocence and happiness. There were no worries, no responsibilities—only joy and freedom. Even though those days are gone, the memories remain in my heart like a treasure. Whenever life becomes difficult, these memories give me strength and peace.