Completing sentences with suitable phrases/words with clues

Special use of some Phrases/words
Complete the sentences with suitable phrases/words given in the box.

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what does ... look like would rather have to/has to
what's ... like let alone had better
There was born It
as soon as
(a) Students belonging to grades 1, 10 and 5 — attend classes daily as schools and colleges reopen from September 12 after over one and a half years closure for COVID-19.
(b) I'll come over to your place — I can.
(c) I — you returned the book in the evening.
(d) — the dinosaur — ?
(e) He is seriously ill. He — consult a doctor.
(f) — is raining heavily now. So, we have to wait there.
(g) — is a primary school in our village. We should send our children to school.
(h) He is my friend for the last five years. But I did never ask him where he —.
(i) He cannot speak Bangla clearly — English.
(j) A: — the tour — ?
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(a) have to; (b) as soon as; (c) would reather; (d) What does ... look like; (e) had better; (f) It; (g) There; (h) was born; (i) let alone; (j) What's ... like
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as soon as let alone it
there would rather was born
what does ... look like had better have to / has to
what's ... like
(a) — are hundreds of languages spoken regularly by human beings. But everywhere of the world people speak English.
(b) He loves his garden very much. He does not allow his sons to pluck any flower, — other children.
(c) — is very difficult to get good grade in Bangla and English.
(d) It is getting dark. You — go home right now.
(e) The students were making a noise in the class. But — the teacher entered the class, they kept quiet.
(f) — your garden — ? It is like a paradise.
(g) Though I am poor, I hate begging. Begging is most disreputable. I — die than beg.
(h) Michael Madhusudan Dutta was a popular Bangalee poet. He — in a sophisticated Hindu family.
(i) Rana is a meritorious student. He is the first boy in our class. He — study hard and work more to maintain his position in the class.
(j) Son : Dad, — an alien — ?
    Father : Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by UFOs. Films and science fiction tell us about them. They are really awesome.
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(a) There; (b) let alone; (c) It; (d) had better; (e) as soon as; (f) What's ... like; (g) would rather; (h) was born; (i) has to; (j) what does ... look like
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as soon as what does ... look like have to / has to
what's ... like it had better
was born let alone there
would rather
(a) Deforestation is a matter of great concern. We — take immediate steps against cutting down trees at random.
(b) To tell a lie is a great sin. We — die than tell a lie. Otherwise, none will believe us.
(c) — your cousin — ?
(d) — mother heard the news, she cried loudly. She lost her child in a car accident.
(e) Rome was not built in a day. — took a long time and hard labour to build this city.
(f) Abdur Rahman is a poor man. He cannot buy a shirt, — a car.
(g) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He — in Churulia of West Bengal.
(h) Rina's dress looks very dirty. It is old enough. She — buy a new dress.
(i) Rana : Hi Robi! — a peacock — ?
    Robi : It's a very nice bird. It knows how to dance.
(j) Cox's Bazar is a popular tourist hub. — are many nice hotels there for tourists.
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(a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) What's ... like; (d) As soon as; (e) It; (f) let alone; (g) was born; (h) had better; (i) What does ... like; (j) There
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what does ... look like have to / has to as soon as
it was born let alone
would rather there had better
what's ... like
(a) We — pay a visit to Cox's Bazar than the Sundarbans. We have already visited Sundarbans.
(b) The storm was raging violently. We got out — it abated.
(c) My college is far away from our house. I — walk a long way to go to my college.
(d) Jasim Uddin is a rural poet. He — in 1903 in a village named Tambulkhana in Faridpur.
(e) — is very hot today. Load-shedding is aggravating the situation.
(f) You — consult with a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(g) Rishan doesn't want to buy anything for himself, — send a gift to his penfriend. He is too miserly.
(h) Baby 1: I have never seen a deer. Have you? — it — ?
    Baby 2: Really? It's a goat-like animal with brown, spotted skin.
(i) — he — ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(j) — is no shark here. It is a pond.
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(a) would rather; (b) as soon as; (c) have to; (d) was born; (e) It; (f) had better; (g) let alone; (h) What does ... look like; (i) what's ... like; (j) There
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it there as soon as
was born what's ... like let alone
would rather had better what does ... look like
have to / has to
(a) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist and film-maker. He — on 13 November 1948.
(b) I — resign my job than tolerate injustice. I have moral courage to raise voice against injustice.
(c) Son: — a satellite — ?
    Father: I have heard of it but never got a chance to see it.
(d) We informed the police — the incident took place. But the police didn't arrive even after two hours.
(e) Our society is full of bad persons. We — remain aware of them.
(f) — is a hue and cry on the road. Something must have happened.
(g) — appears that we will not be able to return in time. Would you mind coming tomorrow?
(h) They do not afford to run a departmental store, — super shop. They are struggling to improve their condition.
(i) You — give up smoking. You may be affected by cancer.
(j) — the weather — ? It is very windy. None should go out.
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(a) was born; (b) would rather; (c) What does ... look like; (d) As soon as; (e) have to; (f) There; (g) It; (h) let alone; (i) had better; (j) What's ... like
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had better there have to / has to
would rather let alone what does ... look like
it was born as soon as
what's ... like
(a) Motin's father is a low paid service holder. He has no ability to buy a bicycle for his son — a motor bike.
(b) They are very brave. They — face any problem than sit idle.
(c) Let's go to the cinema. — is not worth waiting any longer.
(d) You look very anxious. And you cannot continue your study any longer. You — take rest.
(e) Salam feels pain in his chest. He — go back to the hospital for a scan next week.
(f) Tagore — in 1861. He was awarded the Nobel Prize for literature in 1913.
(g) — is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
(h) I went there to meet with him. — I saw him, I rushed to talk to him.
(i) Baby : Mom, — dracula — ?
    Mother : It's very dangerous, dear. You can watch them in films.
(j) Smita: Shami, — caviare — ?
    Shami: Sorry, friend. I have no idea about caviare. I have never tasted it.
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(a) let alone; (b) would rather; (c) It; (d) have to; (e) had better; (f) was born; (g) There; (h) As soon as; (i) what does ... look like; (j) What's ... like
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there let alone it
what's ... like have to / has to as soon as
was born had better would rather
what does ... look like
(a) We — not go out today. A riot has broken out in our locality.
(b) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. One can take it as an important form of physical exercise, because it refreshes both the body and mind.
(c) Do you often — travel on business? You are always seen travelling abroad.
(d) Long ago, — lived a very pious man. His name was Hatem Tai and he was very kind hearted.
(e) — a clown — ? You've seen a clown in the circus many a time.
(f) — I see my father coming my heart fills up with joy. I am very much fond of my father.
(g) I got a job at a bar. But I hate working at a bar. I — be a waiter than a barman.
(h) Kazi Nazrul Islam — in an impoverished family. He had to earn even when he was a small boy.
(i) The economical condition of Robi is very poor. He cannot afford one meal per day — square meals.
(j) Daughter : Father, — ringtone — ?
    Father : It's a short tune.
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(a) had better; (b) It; (c) have to; (d) there; (e) What does ... look like; (f) As soon as; (g) would rather; (h) was born; (i) let alone; (j) what's ... like
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there was born have to / has to
let alone what does ... look like had better
as soon as would rather what's ... like
it
(a) I have never walked five miles at a stretch, — ten miles. The idea of walking so much distance frightens me.
(b) Though I am poor, I hate begging. I — die than beg.
(c) The criminal ran away — he saw the police. He was afraid of being arrested.
(d) Smoking tells upon the smoker's health greatly. You — give up this bad habit.
(e) Once — lived a king named Solomon. He was very wise.
(f) Tapan is somewhat backward in his preparation for the coming HSC Exam. He — study hard to get completely prepared before the exam.
(g) Albert Einstein was a great scientist of physics. He — in 1879 and breathed his last in 1955.
(h) — your family — ? Our family is not very big. It's comparatively small.
(i) Baby : Mom, — dracula — ?
    Mother : It's very dangerous, dear. You can watch them in films.
(j) Life is very difficult in the deserts. It is very hot. — hardly rains there.
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(a) let alone; (b) would rather; (c) as soon as; (d) had better; (e) there; (f) has to; (g) was born; (h) what's ... like; (i) what does ... look like; (j) It
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would rather what's ... like was born
as soon as had better have to / has to
it let alone there
what does ... look like
(a) Shamsur Rahman — in Dhaka in 1929. He is famous both as a poet and a novelist.
(b) You — apply to the Principal of your college for granting you a stipend. He will surely see on it.
(c) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. Morning walk is very healthful.
(d) A good citizen — perform a lot of things. These things will enable him to become a true patriot.
(e) The The authoress : — your mother — , Jerry?
    Jerry : She is a very nice woman. She looks like the star twinkling in the cloudless sky.
(f) The owner of the factory misbehaves towards his employees. They — starve than work in the factory.
(g) The tennis match restarted — the rain stopped. It was a great relief for the spectators.
(h) He cannot deal with his own problems — yours. You need not share your problem with him.
(i) Daughter : Mom, — pottery — ?
(j) Long ago, — lived a mighty warrior named Kubla Khan. He was the grandson of Ghenghis Khan.
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(a) was born; (b) had better; (c) It; (d) has to; (e) What does ... look like; (f) would better; (g) as soon as; (h) let alone; (i) what's ... like; (j) there
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let alone what does ... look like was born
there have to / has to as soon as
had better would rather what's ... like
it
(a) In modern times, — has been a great change in the attitude of man regarding superstitious belief.
(b) Our learners develop a very poor writing skill. They cannot write fairly well even in Bangla — in English.
(c) — is important to realize that success in girls' education generally results from an integrated approach to community development.
(d) Riaz: — the frozen mountain peak — ?
    Purnima: It looks like a white dome.
(e) Sheela is suffering from toothache. She — see a dentist.
(f) Play is delayed due to rain. It will resume — the rain stops.
(g) Sohel is a very good natured boy. He — stay at home than mix with bad companies.
(h) Milton was a poet of versatile genius. He — in 1608 in England. He used to believe that one should start a profession after taking necessary preparations.
(i) We have discussed for quite a long time. We can't take much time any more. We — come to a conclusion.
(j) — he — ? He is almost like Salman Khan.
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(a) there; (b) let alone; (c) It; (d) What does ... look like; (e) had better; (f) as soon as; (g) would rather; (h) was born; (i) have to; (j) What's ... like
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have to / has to was born let alone
had better it what does ... look like
as soon as would rather there
what's ... like
(a) — was a king named Robert Bruce. He was very famous.
(b) I — and brought up in Bangladesh. This is a very beautiful country.
(c) Bangladesh is an emerging power in the world cricket. But we — struggle more to win the World Cup.
(d) Rahim cannot tell my name, — my address. He is really a liar.
(e) — the earth — ? It's not completely round.
(f) Tamal — walk fast than get on the train. The train is very crowded.
(g) The class started — I reached my college. I was really lucky.
(h) You look so weak. You — go home as early as possible.
(i) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. One can take it as an important form of physical exercise, because it refreshes both the body and mind.
(j) — he — ? He is friendly and he can help you.
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(a) there; (b) was born; (c) have to; (d) let alone; (e) What does ... look like; (f) would rather; (g) as soon as; (h) had better; (i) It; (j) What's ... like
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was born what's ... like it
let alone there would rather
what does ... look like had better have to / has to
as soon as
(a) — your family — ? Our family is not very big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a raining day. You — not go to office today.
(c) I have a bad headache. I — go to doctor.
(d) — lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.
(e) I'll call you — I arrive. Then we will go to market.
(f) Prabha can't afford to buy a cell phone, — a laptop. Actually, she is very poor.
(g) Punctuality is the habit of doing things exactly in time. — is, of course, a good habit.
(h) Tajuddin Ahmad, the first Prime Minister of Bangladesh — in 1925. He was a wise man.
(i) A good citizen — obey the rules of law. This obedience will make him disciplined.
(j) Daughter : Mom, — a chess board — ?
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(a) What's ... like; (b) had better; (c) would rather; (d) There; (e) as soon as; (f) let alone; (g) It; (h) was born; (i) has to; (j) what does ... look like
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had better let alone have to / has to
as soon as was born what does ... look like
there it would rather
what's ... like
(a) It is raining outside. You — take an umbrella.
(b) He cannot read newspaper, — edit a newspaper.
(c) — lived a wise man but he was not well-known to all.
(d) You look tired. — appears to me that you have worked hard.
(e) Ismail is a symbol of versatile genius. He — into a needy family.
(f) — a dinosaur — ? Have you ever seen it?
(g) Panic seized me — I heard his roaring voice.
(h) Though I am in dire need of money, I — die than seek any financial help from him.
(i) Students — prepare their notes by themselves.
(j) — your new teacher — ? He is very expert and dynamic.
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(a) had better; (b) let alone; (c) There; (d) It; (e) was born; (f) What does ... look like; (g) as soon as; (h) would rather; (i) have to; (j) what's ... like
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as soon as there would rather
was born let alone have to / has to
it had better what does ... look like
what's ... like
(a) "Can I smoke here?" "I — you didn't. It's a no smoking zone."
(b) "It's getting late. I have to go now." "You — not. It's raining very hard."
(c) Baby: Mom, — a ghost — ?
    Mom: Sorry dear, no idea. I have never seen any ghost before.
(d) Long ago, — lived a mighty warrior, Kubla Khan. He won many battles against the innocents.
(e) Socrates was a great philosopher. He — in Athens in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional Greek beliefs, and so, he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock, a strong poison.
(f) His income is very poor. He cannot buy an ordinary watch, — a costly one.
(g) He — stay inside because it is raining in torrents.
(h) — seems that he is very sick. He can't even talk to us.
(i) Son : Mother, — skiing — ?
    Mother: It is the sport or activity of moving over snow or ice or skis.
(j) Give him the good news — you meet him.
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(a) would rather; (b) had better; (c) what does ... look like; (d) there; (e) was born; (f) let alone; (g) has to; (h) It; (i) what's ... like; (j) as soon as
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had better was born would rather
as soon as let alone have to / has to
it there what's ... like
what does ... look like
(a) Panna was a criminal. So, he was always on his toes. — he saw the police, he hid himself.
(b) The man is so weak that he cannot walk. He cannot walk even a kilometre — five kilometres.
(c) — is a nice kitchen garden just behind our houses. So, we can get fresh vegetables from there.
(d) I am too tired to talk. I can no longer give you company. You — leave me and let me take rest.
(e) Though I am poor, I hate begging. Begging is most disreputable. I — die than beg.
(f) Michael Madhusudan Dutt was a popular Bangalee poet. He — in a sophisticated Hindu family, but he took Christianity when he was young.
(g) Rana is a meritorious student. He is the first boy in our class. He — study hard and work more to maintain his position in the class.
(h) — is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(i) A: — your bed — ?
    B: It looks like a sports car.
(j) — a clown — ? You've seen a clown in the circus many a time.
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(a) As soon as; (b) let alone; (c) There; (d) had better; (e) would rather; (f) was born; (g) has to; (h) It; (i) What does ... look like; (j) What's ... like
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there have to / has to had better
would rather it let alone
what does ... look like was born as soon as
what's ... like
(a) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He — in 1920 in Tungipara of Gopalganj district.
(b) Shoma — live in a hostel than live in her relative's home. She feels free and comfortable in the hostel.
(c) He is very poor. He can't afford to travel by an AC bus — an aeroplane.
(d) Daughter : Mom, — an albatross — ?
    Mother: My dear, an albatross is a very large white bird that lives in the Pacific and Southern Oceans.
(e) Long ago, - lived a mightly warrior named Kubla Khan. He was the grandson of Chenghis Khan.
(f) Rafi — follow the rules of health in order to live well.
(g) I can't remember my father's face because, I lost him in my very tender age. — he — ?
(h) We — take warm clothes. It may get colder at night.
(i) The class started — the bell rang. Our class teacher is very punctual.
(j) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common. — may occur anywhere anytime.
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(a) was born; (b) would rather; (c) let alone; (d) what does ... look like; (e) there; (f) has to; (g) What's ... like; (h) had better; (i) as soon as; (j) It
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have to / has to what's like was born
as soon as let alone had better
what does ... look like would rather there
it
(a) Aloka can’t afford to buy a cell phone, — a laptop. Actually, she is very poor.
(b) It may rain today. You — leave earlier.
(c) — is many years since we first met. How time does fly!
(d) He will get his visa today. He — go to the office.
(e) We — develop our humanity than observer hartal and strike. Let us change our destructive culture.
(f) Angles are believed to be servants of God. do you know — an angel — ?
(g) Robert Herrick is an English romantic poet. He — in London in 1591.
(h) — are many beautiful places in our country. Tourists from home and abroad come to visit these places.
(i) I was going to college. On the way, I was caught in a torrential rain. I took shelter in a shop. — the rain stopped, I started for home.
(j) I have never seen the National Memorial at Savar. — it — ?
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(a) let alone; (b) had better; (c) It; (d) has to; (e) would rather; (f) what's ... like; (g) was born; (h) There; (i) As soon as; (j) What does ... look like
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had better let alone what does ... look like
as soon as have to / has to there
would rather it was born
what's ... like
(a) Our spring is very charming. During spring, various kinds of flowers bloom. — seems that everything has got a new life.
(b) Baby: Mom, — an owl —?
(c) Don’t disturb me, you — leave me alone at this moment.
(d) The poor man — starve than beg.
(e) — exists no life on Mars.
(f) Sir Walter Scott was both a poet and a novelist. He — in 1771.
(g) — we reached the station, the train started.
(h) He did not even see a hill, — a mountain.
(i) We — stop cutting down trees. Deforestation is detrimental to environment.
(j) A: — a clown —?
    B: An entertainer who wears funny clothes.
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(a) It; (b) what does ... look like; (c) had better; (d) would rather; (e) There; (f) was born; (g) As soon as; (h) let alone; (i) have to; (j) what's ... like
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was born as soon as it
what does ... look like had better there
have to / has to let alone would rather
what's ... like
(a) Manners make a man. Students — practice good manners in everyday life.
(b) Most students in our country are weak in English. They — follow the advice of their teachers for improvement.
(c) Cox’s Bazar is a popular tourist hub. — are many nice hotels there for tourists.
(d) The other day, I met an old rickshaw puller. He told me that he — pull a rickshaw than beg.
(e) A poor man struggles hard to survive in our country. He can hardly earn Tk. 200 a day, — Tk. 2,000.
(f) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common. — may occur anywhere anytime.
(g) Smoking is one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer. — a smoker stops smoking, he can avoid the risk of any danger.
(h) Have you ever heard the name of Willian Shakespeare? He — on 23 April 1564 in England.
(i) Son: Dad, — an alien — ?
    Father: Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by UFOs. Films and science fiction tell us about them. They are really awesome.
(j) — his brother — ? His brother is a hedonist.
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(a) have to; (b) had better; (c) There; (d) would rather; (e) let alone; (f) It; (g) As soon as; (h) was born; (i) what does ... look like; (j) what's ... like
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there let alone was born
would rather as soon as what does ... look like
had better have to / has to it
what's ... like
(a) We — educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(b) — is a river beside our village. Everyday we swam in it.
(c) I don't watch cricket, — play. I am not fond of it.
(d) It is autumn. They — make a journey by boat than a journey by train.
(e) Sabrina looks very happy. A baby — in their family last night.
(f) The students fell sick — they had foods. The foods were poisonous.
(g) I — not stay here anymore. A clash may occur between the two rival groups.
(h) — appears that there has been an accident.
(i) — a camel — ?
(j) Boarder : — your room service — ?
    Receptionist : Our service is excellent.
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(a) have to; (b) There; (c) let alone; (d) would rather; (e) let alone; (f) as soon as; (g) had better; (h) It; (i) What does ... look like; (j) What's ... like
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what does ... look like have to / has to as soon as
there was born would rather
what's ... like let alone had better
it
(a) The child cannot walk — run in the field.
(b) Tareq Ahmed is a renowned teacher. He — in 1960.
(c) Salam — work hard to take care of his children.
(d) Father, — a ghost — ?
(e) — your family — ? Our family is an ideal family.
(f) It started raining — we got out of the car. It was really an awkward situation.
(g) Long ago, — lived a boy named Bayazid Bostami. He was famous for his love and respect towards his mother.
(h) The baby is sleeping. You — turn off the TV. You will be in trouble if it wakes up.
(i) It is winter. He — buy a coat than a shirt.
(j) — requires nothing but goodwill to do good to people. And it is said that charity begins at home.
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(a) let alone; (b) was born; (c) has to; (d) what does ... look like; (e) What's ... like; (f) as soon as; (g) there; (h) had better; (i) would rather; (j) It
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was born what does ... look like there
would rather let alone had better
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
it
(a) He cannot tell my name, — my address. He is lying.
(b) The Bangladeshi cricketers have done well in the World Cup. They — struggle more to win the World Cup.
(c) — the earth — ? It's not completely round.
(d) I — walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(e) — I reached the station, the train left. Really I was lucky.
(f) Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah was a great linguist. He — in 1885 AD.
(g) You look sick. You — go home immediately.
(h) — was a boy at the door. He wanted to talk to me.
(i) A: — your bed — ?
    B: It looks like a sports car.
(j) — is not necessary for you to go there. You can stay at home and enjoy a sound sleep.
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(a) let alone; (b) have to; (c) What does ... look like; (d) would rather; (e) As soon as; (f) was born; (g) had better; (h) There; (i) What's ... like; (j) It
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there as soon as what does ... look like
was born it have to / has to
had better let alone would rather
what's ... like
(a) It was 45 years ago when a new country named Bangladesh in the world map — at the cost would rather what's of millions of lives.
(b) During the Liberation War of Bangladesh, — was a great English musician and singer George Harrison who sang for Bangladesh.
(c) The patient was indifferent to his disease. He talked to us in normal way. — was the sign of strong resilience.
(d) My foreign friend told me you — leave this country than live here. I replied "This is my motherland."
(e) In 1971, the Pakistan Army did terrible atrocities against the Bangladeshis. Pakistan — apologize for this to Bangladesh.
(f) Pakistan always plays a role against Bangladesh. We cannot expect any co-operation from them — apology.
(g) A: — Neanderthal attitude — ?
    B: It is unpleasant, rude and socially unacceptable behaviour.
(h) Teacher: Learners, — the national flower of Bangladesh?
(i) Rina's brother died last night. — her parents heard the news, they burst into tears.
(j) It is getting dark. I — go now.
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(a) was born; (b) there; (c) It; (d) would rather; (e) has to; (f) let alone; (g) what's ... like; (h) what does ... look like; (i) as soon as; (j) had better
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would rather what does ... look like had better
have to / has to as soon as there
let alone was born it
what's ... like
(a) The man is very weak. He cannot walk a mile — five miles.
(b) Once — lived a farmer. He had four sons.
(c) Have you seen a camel? — it — ?
(d) — is unfortunate that many students spoil their time by using Facebook.
(e) Joynul Abedin was a great artist. He — in Kishoreganj.
(f) Jerry is an orphan. He — fend for himself.
(g) Saima — study English literature than Mathematics. She has a great passion for literature.
(h) Your exam is knocking at the door. You — concentrate on your study. If you ignore your study in this way, you may cut a sorry figure in the exam.
(i) The match resumed — the rain stopped. It was a relief for the spectators.
(j) — skating — ? It's the sport or activity of moving on ice on skates.
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(a) let alone; (b) better; (c) What does ... look like; (d) It; (e) was born; (f) has to; (g) would rather; (h) had better; (i) as soon as; (j) What's ... like
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there would rather was born
had better as soon as let alone
have to / has to what's ... like it
what does ... look like
(a) — is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal, — a hat-trick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home — possible.
(d) No one is happy with her result. She — understand it.
(e) — lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(f) Zahir Raihan — on 19 August 1935 in Feni.
(g) We — educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(h) — a dinosaur — ? Have you ever seen it?
(i) You — build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much nowadays.
(j) — tour — ? It's very enjoyable.
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(a) It; (b) let alone; (c) as soon as; (d) had better; (e) There; (f) was born; (g) have to; (h) What does ... look like; (i) would rather; (j) What's ... like
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let alone was born as soon as
had better what's ... like there
it would rather have to / has to
what does ... look like
(a) I met him ten years ago. I can hardly recall his name, — his address.
(b) — has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(c) You — build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much nowadays.
(d) Give him the good news — you meet him.
(e) — are many rivers in Bangladesh. The rivers abound with plenty of fishes.
(f) You — consult with a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(g) — your new dress — ? It's nice.
(h) Time is over. I — go now.
(i) Baby : Mom, — a Kangaroo — ?
    Mom: It's a rabbit like animal with a pouch but bigger than a rabbit.
(j) Kazi Nazrul Islam is a rebel poet. He — in West Bengal.
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(a) let alone; (b) It; (c) would rather; (d) as soon as; (e) There; (f) had better; (g) What's ... like; (h) have to; (i) what does ... look like; (j) was born
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what does ... look like was born it
have to / has to had better would rather
there as soon as let alone
what's .... like
(a) We — hire a rickshaw. It's already too late. We have to reach the exam hall in time.
(b) I can't remember the name of the story, — the details about the different characters I read the story many years ago.
(c) Rabindranath Tagore is one of the greatest poets in world literature. He — into the famous Tagore family.
(d) — a leopard — ?
(e) The cricket match restarted — the third umpire declared the decision. It was a great relief for the spectators.
(f) It was a terrible ship. — was no crew in that ship of death.
(g) He — walk a long way to go to his college.
(h) In our country, rainy season is very different. During this season, — rains heavily.
(i) Tarek — sleep than watch such type of film. It's really boring.
(j) Boarder : — the food — in your hotel?
    Waiter : It is quite good.
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(a) had better; (b) let alone; (c) was born; (d) What does ... look like; (e) as soon as; (f) There; (g) has to; (h) it; (i) would rather; (j) What's ... like
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there it what does ... look like
was born have to / has to what's ... like
as soon as had better would rather
let alone
(a) — goes the proverb, "Health is the root of all happiness".
(b) Mr. Rziz is an honest man. He — starve than take bribe.
(c) Your mother is ill. So, I think you — go home early.
(d) You don't know how poor he is. He cannot buy a fan — an air-conditioner.
(e) — forgiveness — ? It is really a divine virtue.
(f) He will get his visa today. He — go to the office.
(g) Rina's brother died last night. — her parents heard the news, they burst into tears.
(h) Limon is not active. So, — does not matter if he comes late. We have to do it by ourselves.
(i) — a kangaroo — ?
(j) Ripon is a symbol of versatile genius. He — into a needy family.
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(a) There; (b) would rather; (c) had better; (d) let alone; (e) What's ... like; (f) has to; (g) As soon as; (h) it; (i) what does ... look like; (j) was born
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as soon as would rather what's ... like
let alone there was born
what does ... look like had better have to / has to
it
(a) — the bell — ?
(b) We suspected, — was Akram who took away money from the box.
(c) — was a king named Solomon. He was powerful and intelligent.
(d) His income was very limited. He could not buy a motorbike — a luxury car.
(e) Mr. Habib is very honest. He — resign the post than earn money in a dishonest way.
(f) Lost time never comes back in life. So, you — not waste time in unprofitable work.
(g) Kazi Nazrul Islam is a rebel poet. He — in West Bengal.
(h) Paradise lies under parents' foot. So, we all — obey our parents.
(i) — the lion saw the mouse, he became very angry, he wanted to kill it.
(j) — their friendship — ? Excellent!
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(a) What does ... look like; (b) it; (c) There; (d) let alone; (e) would rather; (f) had better; (g) was born; (h) have to; (i) As soon as; (j) What's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) — is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal, — a hat-trick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home — possible.
(d) No one is happy with her result; she — understand it.
(e) — lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(f) Zahir Raihan — on 19 August 1935 in Feni.
(g) We — educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(h) To tell a lie is a great sin. We — die than tell a lie. Otherwise, none will believe us.
(i) Rana : Hi Robi, — a peacock — ? Robi : ? Robi : It's a very nice bird. It knows how to dance.
(j) — courtesy — ? It is a unique quality in human life.
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(a) It; (b) let alone; (c) as soon as; (d) had better; (e) There; (f) was born; (g) have to; (h) would rather; (i) what does ... look like; (j) What's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) — was not a single lamp in the house. We had to pass the night in darkness.
(b) — was a chilly winter evening. A chilly wind was blowing from the north. So I dared not go out.
(c ) The poor villagers cannot afford to manage one meal a day — two square meals. It seems like a fairy tale.
(d) Everybody wishing to get a government job — pass BCS examination. It is the yardstick of any government job.
(e) — patience — ? It is, so to speak, the key to success in life.
(f) I — starve than ask for anybody's help. Because I think it is disgraceful.
(g) — an elephant — ? It looks very giantly.
(h) Nipa was my school friend. — she saw me she took me to her bosom.
(i) Our environment is getting polluted. We — plant more trees to save the environment.
(j) Kazi Nazrul Islam — into an impoverished family.
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(a) There; (b) It; (c) let alone; (d) has to; (e) what's ... like; (f) would rather; (g) What does ... look like; (h) As soon as; (i) had better; (j) was born
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) The hustling condition of Dhaka is quite unbearable. I — go to village. It is free from chaos.
(b) Mr. Kamal is very honest. He cannot tell a lie — commit a crime.
(c) Mir Jafar is a great liar. He — give up his bad habit.
(d) He — with a silver spoon.
(e) We are stuck up in a great traffic jam. We — wait.
(f) — the leaders entered the meeting, the followers welcomed them clapping.
(g) A: — ghost — ?
    B: Sorry, I have no idea.
(h) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. We should walk in the morning regularly, because it refreshes both the body and mind.
(i) Long ago, — lived a very pious and kind-hearted man. His name was Hatem Tai.
(j) — a clown — ? You've seen a clown in the circus.
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(a) would rather; (b) let alone; (c) had better; (d) was born; (e) have to; (f) As soon as; (g) What's like; (h) It; (i) there; (j) What's does ... look like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) It's late. You — hurry up.
(b) We — pay a visit to Cox's Bazar than the Sundarbans. We have already visited Sundarbans.
(c) He is not at home now. — he returns, I'll ring you.
(d) Ismail is a symbol of versatile genius. He — into a needy family.
(e) Foyot's was a very expensive restaurant. The writer never thought of going there — luncheon there.
(f) — are five flights to Dhaka every day. You can take any flight.
(g) In 1971, the Pakistani army did terrible atrocities against the Bangladeshis. Pakistan — apologize for this to Bangladesh.
(h) — is five years since I saw you. When are you coming back?
(i) A: — doubt — ?
    B: A feeling of being uncertain about something.
(j) Daughter : Mom, — an albatross — ?
    Mother: My dear, an albatross is a very large white bird that lives in the Pacific and South Oceans.
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(a) had better; (b) would rather; (c) As soon as; (d) was born; (e) let alone; (f) There; (g) has to; (h) It; (i) What's ... like; (j) what does ... look like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Tuhin enjoys spending quality time. He — read novel than watching TV.
(b) Arnav is a dull student. He can't pass in C grade — in A+ grade.
(c) — lived a king called Midas. He was fond of gold.
(d) Rana : Hi, Robi – a peacock — ?
    Robi : Its a very nice bird. It knows how to dance.
(e) It's been raining since morning. You — take an umbrella with you.
(f) A venomous snake enters into Ruhul's house. He — kill it.
(g) — Tamim Iqbal scored the winning run, the audience started jumping.
(h) — has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(i) Baby: Mom, — a ghost — ?
    Mom: Sorry dear, no idea. I had never been to any Ghost Island.
(j) Socrates was a great Greek philosopher. He — in 469 BC. He spoke against the traditional Greek beliefs and so he was sentenced to death by drinking hemlock.
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(a) would rather; (b) let alone; (c) There; (d) what does ... look like; (e) had better; (f) has to; (g) As soon as; (h) It; (i) What's ... like; (j) was born
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) He cannot tell my name, — my address. He is lying.
(b) The Bangladeshi cricketers have done well in the World Cup. They — struggle more to win the World Cup.
(c) — the earth — ? It's not completely round.
(d) I — walk than get on the bus. This time the bus is very crowded.
(e) — I reached the station, the train left. Really I was lucky.
(f) Dr. Muhammad Shahidullah was a great linguist. He — in 1885 A.D.
(g) You look sick. You — go home immediately.
(h) – was a boy at the door. He wanted to talk to you.
(i) She quarrels with me all the time. — is impossible for me to tolerate her.
(j) — swimming — ? It seems to be very heroic to me.
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(a) let alone; (b) have to; (c) What does ... look like; (d) would rather; (e) As soon as; (f) was born; (g) had better; (h) There; (i) It; (j) What's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) It is raining outside. You — take an umbrella.
(b) He cannot read newspaper, — edit a newspaper.
(c) — lived a wise man but he was not well-known to all.
(d) You look tired. — appears to me that you have worked hard.
(e) Nazrul is a symbol of versatile genius. He — into a needy family.
(f) Panic seized me — I heard his roaring voice.
(g) — a dinosaur — ? Have you ever seen it?
(h) Though I am in dire need of money, I — die than seek any financial help from him.
(i) We — stop cutting down trees. Deforestation is detrimental to environment.
(j) — your garden — ? It is so beautiful. Everybody is impressed with it.
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(a) had better; (b) let alone; (c) There; (d) It; (e) was born; (f) as soon as; (g) What does ... look like; (h) would rather; (i) have to; (j) What's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) — your family — ? Our family is not so big. It's comparatively small.
(b) Today is a rainy day. You — not go out today.
(c) I — go on starving than yield to the dishonest persons.
(d) — lived an old man in a village. He was very wise.
(e) I will call you — I arrive. Then, we will go to market.
(f) She can't afford to buy a cell phone, — a laptop.
(g) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman, our Father of the Nation, — in 1920.
(h) A: What if it rains heavily this afternoon?
    B: We — stay inside and play indoor games.
(i) A: — your bed — ?
    B: It looks like a sports car.
(j) — is not necessary for you to go there. You can stay at home and enjoy a sound sleep.
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(a) What's ... like; (b) had better; (c) would rather; (d) There; (e) as soon as; (f) let alone; (g) was born; (h) have to; (i) What does ... look like; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Rony is not afraid of crocodile — cockroach. He is a dauntless boy.
(b) Long ago, — lived a hare in a forest. A tortoise also lived nearby.
(c) I — starve than earn my livelihood dishonestly.
(d) Brojen Das was the first South Asian to swim across the English Channel. He — on 9 December 1927 in Munshiganj district.
(e) — ugliness — ? Isn't ugliness a part of life too?
(f) Your father will come tomorrow from London. You — go to the airport to receive him.
(g) You can have your coffee — you come home from office.
(h) My baby is crying. I — put the meat in the oven.
(i) A: — a moonlit night — ?
    B: It looks bright with soft light.
(j) A: What's it like visiting a place of historical interest?
    B: — gives us information about our heritage.
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(a) let alone; (b) there; (c) would rather; (d) was born; (e) What's ... like; (f) had better; (g) as soon as; (h) have to; (i) What does ... look like; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) You seem to be ill. You — see a doctor.
(b) — goes an old man. Everybody respects him for his wisdom.
(c) Don't make fun. He can't walk a mile — ten miles.
(d) He said to me." — an alien — ?" But I couldn't answer.
(e) Bangladesh is our motherland. We all — work for it.
(f) It's raining outside. I — stay at home than go to college.
(g) He went out — he saw me. I can't believe it.
(h) — dishonesty — ? It is a bad practice and is hated by all.
(i) Kazi Nazrul Islam is a great poet. He — in 1899 AD. He wrote against injustice.
(j) What's it like visiting Kuakata seabeach? — is quite exciting.
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(a) had better; (b) There; (c) let alone; (d) What does ... look like; (e) have to; (f) would rather; (g) as soon as; (h) What's ... like; (i) was born; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) There is a charitable dispensary in our village. No one — pay of the service.
(b) I — walk home than take a rickshaw. The road is jam-packed.
(c) He was too tired to walk, — run.
(d) The sky is getting dark. You — carry an umbrella.
(e) His father is very sick. — seems to be no hope of recovery.
(f) — mother's love — ? It is incomparable.
(g) — Mr. Robertson — ? Though he looks serious, he is an interesting man.
(h) The train blew whistle. — the passengers heard the whistle, they went into it.
(i) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the father of our nation. He — in 1920 in Tungipara of Gopalganj district.
(j) — is very hot today. Load-shedding is aggravating the situation.
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(a) has to; (b) would rather; (c) let alone; (d) had better; (e) There; (f) What's ... like; (g) What does ... look like; (h) As soon as; (i) was born; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Health is wealth. So, we all — follow the rules of health in order to live a sound life.
(b) — was a king named Lear. He had three daughters whom he loved very much.
(c) I can't even remember his name, — his address.
(d) — a plane journey — ? It's enjoyable.
(e) We — help him than walk home. He really needs our help.
(f) It may rain at any moment. We should start — we can.
(g) The child was blind when he —. Since then he has been a child.
(h) — a deer — ? Really it is very beautiful to look at.
(i) — is already 10 pm. Your mother is waiting for you. She might be anxious. You should go now.
(j) You are looking very tired. You — go to a doctor now.
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(a) have to; (b) There; (c) let alone; (d) What's ... like; (e) would rather; (f) as soon as; (g) was born; (h) What does ... look like; (i) It; (j) had better
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Manners make a man. Students — practise good manners in everyday life.
(b) Most students in our country are weak in English. They — follow the advice of their teachers for improvement.
(c) Cox's Bazar is a popular tourist hub. — are many nice hotels there for tourists.
(d) The other day I met an old rickshaw puller. He told me that he — pull a rickshaw than beg.
(e) A poor man struggles hard to survive in our country. He can hardly earn Tk. 200 a day, — Tk. 2000.
(f) In Dhaka city, traffic jam is very common. — may occur anywhere any time.
(g) Smoking is one of the major causes of heart attack and cancer. — a smoker stops smoking, he can avoid the risk of any danger.
(h) Have you ever heard the name of William Shakespeare? He — on 23 April, 1564 in England. He was one of the greatest dramatists of the world.
(i) Son: Dad, — an alien — ?
    Father: Well. Aliens are believed to come from another planet by UFOs. Films and science fiction tell us about them. They are really awesome.
(j) — modesty — ? It is a good quality in life.
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(a) have to; (b) had better; (c) There; (d) would rather; (e) let alone; (f) It; (g) As soon as; (h) was born; (i) what does ... look like; (j) what's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Baby: Mom, — a ghost — ?
    Mom: Sorry dear, no idea I had never been to any Ghost Island.
(b) His father — resign his job than continue it bearing dishonor. He is very determined to do so.
(c) The boy is very poor. He cannot earn his bread, — carrying on education.
(d) The teacher was in the class. He left the classroom — the bell rang.
(e) I will go to London tomorrow. I — buy an air ticket.
(f) Son : — a whale — ?
    Father : It is the most biggest animal. It looks like a fish.
(g) You — do what I say or else you will get into trouble.
(h) I went to my friend's house. But — was nobody in the house.
(i) — is very important for us to follow the rules of hygiene. Without following the rules hygiene we can not remain healthy.
(j) Shamsur Rahman, a poet deeply rooted in his own tradition, — on 24 October, 1923 in Dhaka.
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(a) What's ... like; (b) would rather; (c) let alone; (d) as soon as; (e) have to; (f) What does ... look like; (g) had better; (h) there; (i) It; (j) was born
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) This boy — blind. Doctors opined that he would not recover.
(b) If you don't want to miss the bus, start — possible. Otherwise, you will have to wait 2 hours for the next bus.
(c) This poor student cannot manage even his textbooks, — a bicycle. He walks which is 5 km away.
(d) Our society is full of bad persons. We — remain aware of them.
(e) Our village is a famous one. — are many highly educated persons in our village.
(f) I — support my uncle than my cousin. I believe that my uncle is more honest than my cousin.
(g) You — bring your camera. We could take photo every incident.
(h) — sympathy — ? It is a divine quality.
(i) — a leopard — ? It is a ferocious animal.
(j) — seems that he is very sick.
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(a) was born; (b) as soon as; (c) let alone; (d) have to; (e) There; (f) would rather; (g) had better; (h) What's ... like; (i) What does ... look like; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman is the Father of our Nation. He — in 1920 in Tungipara of Gopalganj district.
(b) Shoma — live in a hostel than live in her relative's house. She feels free and comfortable in the hostel.
(c) He is very poor. He can't afford to travel by an AC bus — an aeroplane.
(d) Daughter : Mom, — an albatross — ?
    Mother: My dear, an albatross is a very large white bird that lives in the Pacific and Southern Oceans.
(e) Long ago, — lived a mightly warrior named Kubla Khan. He was the grandson of Chenghis Khan.
(f) I — seek advice from a doctor. I have been suffering from fever for a long time.
(g) I — be more disciplined. Discipline is the root of all success.
(h) We stand up — the teacher enters our classroom. This is a part of British old culture.
(i) — sincerity — ? It is one of the keys to success.
(j) The boy felt drowsy. — seemed that he could not sleep well last night.
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(a) was born; (b) would rather; (c) let alone; (d) what does ... look like; (e) there; (f) had better; (g) have to; (h) as soon as; (i) What's ... like; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) — lived a man in a village. His name is Ruplal.
(b) It's getting dark. So, you — go home now.
(c) He'll be back tomorrow. I'll give him the message — I see him.
(d) The man is very weak and tired. He cannot walk — run.
(e) A: — the note pad — ?
    B: It looks like a note book.
(f) Robert Herrick was a poet and a clergyman. He — in London.
(g) — was in China that the art of Bonsai originated perhaps more than 1000 years ago.
(h) It's free. You don't — pay for it.
(i) I — take coffee in lieu of tea. But I like both of them.
(j) — the Taj Mahal — ? It is still one of the most beautiful buildings in the world.
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(a) There; (b) had better; (c) as soon as; (d) let alone; (e) What ... look like; (f) was born; (g) It; (h) have to; (i) would rather; (j) what's ... like
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) We — educate all and work hard to develop our motherland.
(b) — she heard the result of her medical admission test, she began to dance with joy.
(c) — a peacock — ? It looks very nice.
(d) A: — kindness — ?
    B: It is the quality of being kind.
(e) She is very shy. She would not speak freely anything to her friends, — give a speech on stage.
(f) Jasim — in London. So, he must be a British citizen.
(g) The house was very old. They — demolish it than repair it.
(h) You — not smoke. You will be sick.
(i) — is an age-old banyan tree in front of our school. During summer, people take a rest under its shade.
(j) Our spring is very charming. During spring various kinds of flowers bloom. — seems that everything has got a new life.
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(a) have to; (b) As soon as; (c) What does ... look like; (d) What's ... like; (e) let alone; (f) was born; (g) would rather; (h) had better; (i) There; (j) It
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let alone it there
have to / has to as soon as what's ... like
what does ... look like was born would rather
had better
(a) Son : Mother, a— canoe — ?
    Mother : A canoe is a small boat pushed by paddle.
(b) Let's start — possible. We are already late for the class.
(c) — is hardly any person in our village who is not a graduate.
(d) I — watch TV than go out. There is a cricket match on TV now.
(e) Ria cannot do the sums of class five — those of class ten.
(f) The weather is deteriorating. You — resist yourself from going out.
(g) — folk music — ? It is a type of song composed by rural folk.
(h) Computer was not invented overnight. — took a long time and hard labour to invent computer.
(i) You should not leave your car unlocked in the middle of the city. You — lock it before you go in to the restaurant.
(j) Mother Teresa is a symbol of humanity. She — on 26 August 1910 into a Kosovar Albanian family.
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(a) It may rain any time. We should start — we can.
(b) We — help him than walk home. He really needed help.
(c) Health is wealth. So, we all — follow the rules of health.
(d) — may rain today. You should go out with as umbrella.
(e) — was a king named Midas. He was fond of gold.
(f) I — avoid him earlier. My brother warned me about his misconduct.
(g) The child was blind when he —. Now, he begs to survive.
(h) — a bear — ? It must be very dangerous.
(i) He earns very little. He cant afford to manage three square meals — go to Dreamland Park with his children.
(j) — your new English teacher — ? He is a great scholar and very expert in teaching.
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(a) as soon as; (b) would rather; (c) have to; (d) It; (e) There; (f) had better; (g) was born; (h) What does ... look like; (i) let alone; (j) What's ... like
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(a) — is really unfortunate for a boy like him to fail in the exam.
(b) He cannot score a goal, — a hat-trick.
(c) His mother being sick, he needs to go home — possible.
(d) No one is happy with her result. She — understand it.
(e) — lived a very clever fox in a jungle.
(f) Zahir Raihan — on 19 August, 1935 in Feni.
(g) We — educate all and work hard to develop our country.
(h) — the Taj Mahal —. It is one of the most beautiful buildings in the wond.
(i) — an elephant — ? Have you ever seen it?
(j) Though I am in dire need of money, I — starve than seek any help from him.
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(a) The child cannot walk — run in the field.
(b) Tareq Ahmed is a renowned teacher. He — in 1960.
(c) Parents — work hard to take care of their children.
(d) Father, — a ghost — ? I have never seen a ghost.
(e) Daughter : — a fox — ?
    Mother : It's somewhat like a dog.
(f) — has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(g) It is raining outside. You — take an umbrella.
(h) Our young boys and girls are addicted to using Facebook. I — read story books than pass time in Facebook.
(i) The play will resume — it stops raining.
(j) Recently, — has been a great change in the attitude of man regarding superstitious belief.
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(a) Deforestation is a matter of great concern. We — take immediate steps against cutting down trees at random.
(b) To tell a lie is a great sin. We — die than tell a lie. Otherwise, none will believe us.
(c) — swimming in the sea — ? It seems to be very heroic to me.
(d) — mother heard the news, she cried loudly. She lost her child in a car accident.
(e) Rome was not built in a day. — took a long time and hard labour to build this city.
(f) Rahman is a poor man. He cannot buy a shirt, — a car.
(g) Kazi Nazrul Islam is our rebel poet. He — in Churulia of West Bengal.
(h) Rina's dress looks very dirty. It is old enough. She — buy a new dress.
(i) Hi, Robi, — a peacock — ? It looks very nice. It can dance well.
(j) — is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
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(a) have to; (b) would rather; (c) What's ... like; (d) As soon as; (e) It; (f) let alone; (g) was born; (h) had better; (i) what does ... look like; (j) There
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(a) They travelled by a train. — was a moonlit night of broken soft clouds.
(b) — the tranquil water journey began, she fell asleep in the early morning.
(c) As she was the first European, — was a great enthusiasm among the villagers.
(d) — the lady — ? She is almost like a foreigner.
(e) Rats are everywhere in the house, on the floor, on tables, chairs and beds, in pots and in hats. The people — live along with them.
(f) I — break than bend.
(g) You look sick. You — go home immediately.
(h) — parachuting — ? It's awesome.
(i) The boy cannot remember my name, — my phone number. He saw me long ago.
(j) Florence Nightingale — into a rich family. But she chose to be a nurse to serve the ill.
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(a) It; (b) As soon as; (c) there; (d) What does ... look like; (e) have to; (f) would rather; (g) had better; (h) what's ... like; (i) let alone; (j) was born
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(a) He had a terrible road mishap. — is a rail crossing which the driver completely ignored.
(b) I — take a taxi than walk home. It's already too late.
(c) His income is not enough to support his family. He — lead a difficult life.
(d) I have never experienced snowfall. — the snowfall — ?
(e) Right now —is Falgun and flowers are blooming everywhere. Do you like to go for a walk.
(f) The child can't remember its parents name, — their cell number. You would rather call police.
(g) I went there to meet him. — I saw him, I rushed to talk to him.
(h) It is raining in torrents. — the sound of rain — ?
(i) Rima is an IT expert. You — consult her for the problems of your windows.
(j) He cannot lend me five hundred taka. He — in a poor family.
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(a) There; (b) would rather; (c) has to; (d) What does ... look like; (e) it; (f) let alone; (g) As soon as; (h) What's ... like; (i) had better; (j) was born
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(a) Most of the students in our country are weak in English. They — follow the advice of their teachers for improvement.
(b) The man is weak. He cannot walk even a kilometre, — two kilometres.
(c) His mother is sick. He needs to go home — possible.
(d) — the earth — ? It's not completely round.
(e) — is no fish here. It is a swimming pool.
(f) Rome was not built in a day. — took a long time and hard labour to build this city.
(g) Sohel is a very good natured boy. He — stay at home than mix with bad companies.
(h) The examination is close at hand. I — study senously.
(i) — a puppet show — ? It's a strange show.
(j) She has a great sense of morality. She — in an educated family.
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(a) had better; (b) let alone; (c) as soon as; (d) What does ... look like; (e) There; (f) It; (g) would rather; (h) have to; (i) What's ... like; (j) was born
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(a) The students were making a noise in the class. But — the teacher entered the class, they kept quiet.
(b) The man is so weak that he cannot walk. He cannot walk even a kilometer — five kilometers.
(c) — is a nice kitchen garden just behind our house. So, we can get fresh vegetables from there.
(d) l am too tired to talk. I can no longer give you company. You — leave me and let me take rest.
(e) Though I am poor, I hate begging. Begging is most disreputable. I — die than beg.
(f) Michael Madhusudan Dutt was a popular Bengali poet. He — in a sophisticated Hindu family, but he took Christianity when he was young.
(g) Rana is a meritorious student. He is the first boy in our class. He — study hard and work more to maintain his position in the class.
(h) Daughter : Mom, — an albatross — ?
(i) Let's go to the cinema, — is not worth waiting any longer.
(j) — her new house — ? It's a modern one quite big with a nice garaen.
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(a) as soon as; (b) let alone; (c) There; (d) had better; (e) would rather; (f) was born; (g) has to; (h) what does ... look like; (i) it; (j) What's ... like
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(a) I met him ten years ago. I can hardly recall his name, — his address.
(b) — has been many years since I saw him. So, I cannot recognize him.
(c) You — build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much nowadays.
(d) Give him the good news — you meet him.
(e) — are many rivers in Bangladesh. The rivers abound with plenty of fishes.
(f) You — consult a doctor. The condition of your health may deteriorate.
(g) — he — ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(h) Time is over. I — go now.
(i) A: — the stadium — ?
    B: It looks like a big bowl.
(j) Jainul Abedin, the great artist — in Kishoreganj.
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(a) The Government of Bangladesh — reopen all educational institutions than extend the closure.
(b) Edmund Burke was an orator, writer and shrewd politician. He — in 1729 in England.
(c) He cannot teach in a high school, — in a university. He is not such a scholar as you think him to be.
(d) — is difficult to regain lost health. So, we should always take care of health.
(e) — flows a river beside our village. We bathe and swim in the river. The river is useful to us in many ways.
(f) Sumon is ill. We — go to see him. He will be happy to see us.
(g) — honesty — ? I think it to be a noble virtue.
(h) You want to be a doctor. But to be so you — study a lot. You must utilize your time properly.
(i) The students fell sick — they had foods. The foods were poisonous.
(j) — a camel — ?
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(a) With reference to COVID-19 jabs, India fails to vaccinate her people — export to Bangladesh.
(b) The bridge is old. They — repair it.
(c) — is a popular restaurant.
(d) I — not stay here.
(e) — is no need to explain the matter to him.
(f) Humayun Ahmed was a teacher, author, dramatist and film-maker. He — on 13 November 1948.
(g) You — build your own house than live in a rented house. House rent has increased much nowadays.
(h) Give him the good news — you meet him.
(i) — he — ? He is friendly and he can help you.
(j) — the national flower of Bangladesh — ?
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(a) The baby who — at COVID-19 isolation center immediately after the detection of corovavirus was named Corona.
(b) You — apply to the principal of your college for granting you a stipend. He will surely see on it.
(c) — is a good idea to walk in the morning. Morning walk is very healthful.
(d) A good citizen — perform a lot of things. These things will enable him to become a true patriot.
(e) He cannot read newspaper, — edit a newspaper.
(f) — lived a wise man but he was not well known to all.
(g) — a dinosaur — ? Have you ever seen it?
(h) Though I am in dire need of money, I — die than seek any financial help from him.
(i) Panic seized me — I heard his roaring voice.
(j) — friendship — ? Nowadays, it is nothing but a name.
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(a) was born; (b) had better; (c) It; (d) has to; (e) let alone; (f) There; (g) What does ... look like; (h) would rather; (i) as soon as; (j) What's ... like

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