Surprise Test

English Exam

First Paper

Time: 30 minutes Marks: 30

1. Read the text below and answer the questions A and B:

Kuakata, locally known as Sagar Kannya (Daughter of Sea) is a rare scenic spot located on the southernmost tip of Bangladesh. Kuakata in Latachapli Union under Kalapara Police Station of Patuakhali district is about 30 km in length and 6 km in breadth. It is 70 km from Patuakhali district headquarters and 320 km from Dhaka. An excellent combination of the picturesque natural beauty sandy beaches, blue sky and the shimmering expanse of water of the bay of Bengal and the evergreen forest makes Kuakata a much sought after tourist destination.

The name Kuakata takes its origin from the story of ‘Kua’ - or well –dug on the seashore by the early Rakhaine settlers for collecting drinking water. The Rakhanies had landed on Kuakata coast after being expelled from Arakan by the Mughals. Following the first well, it became a traditional to dig wells in the neighborhood of Rakhaine homeless for fresh water supply.

Kuakata is one of the unique spots which allow a visitor to watch both the sunrise and the sunset from the beach. That perhaps makes Kuakata one of the world’s most attractive beaches. The long and wide beach at Kuakata has a typical natural setting. The sandy beach slopes gently into the Bay and bathing there is as pleasant as is swimming or diving.

Kuakata is truly a virgin beach and sanctuary for migratory winter birds. Fishing boats plying in the Bay of Bengal with colorful sails, surfing waves and the lines of coconut trees add to the vibrant colors of Kuakata. The indigenous culture of the Rakhaine community and hundred year old Buddhist temples indicate the age-old tradition and cultural heritage of this area.

Kuakata is also a holy land for the Hindus and Buddhists. Each year thousands of devotees come here to attend the festivals Rash Purnima and Maghi Purnima. On these two days, pilgrims take holy nath and enjoy going to the traditional fairs.

A. Choose the correct answer from the alternatives. 05

(i) Festival refers to_____

(a) sorrow (ii) celebration (iii) sadness (iv) darkness

(ii) Where did the Rakhaine live earlier?

(a) on Kuakata coast (b) in Patuakhali district

(iii) Where is Kuakata located?

(a) Khulna (b) Kushtia (c) Patuakhali (d) Satkhira

(iv) What was the purpose of the Rakhaine to dig wells?

(a) To follow the first well (b) To follow the tradition to dig wells

(v) The word ‘picturesque’ in line 4 refers to _______.

(a) too difficult to understand (b) full of pictures

B. Answer the following questions: 10

(a) From your reading of the passage describe the location of Kuakata.

(b) Why is Kuakata known as Daughter of Sear?

(d) What makes Kuakata an attractive tourist spot?

(e) Why did the Rakhaines land on Kuakata coast?

2. Fill in the blanks with appropriate word in each gap. 05

Amerigo is a street child. He is 13 years old and lives on the street, alone. He is (a)_____of getting paternal affection because his mother is (b)____from his father. He used to (c)_____trash and sell it to a (d)____. But he stopped doing that after he has a serious (e)_____. Staying away from the (f)____dump, he worked for an ice-cream shop and sold ice cream on the (g)_____. But he got no (h)____ in return. The owner of the shop gave him (i)_____to eat, and let him sleep in his (j))____at night.

3. Re-arrange the following sentence to make a coherent order. 10

(a) He asked him where God was.

(b) He praised him highly.

(d) The teacher thought highly of the boy’s understanding.

(e) The lad replied that he would answer if he would tell where he is not

(f) The boy devoted himself in earning knowledge.

(g) He begged to instruct him in the arts and sciences.

(h) He agreed to teach the lad.

(i) He had expressed his desire to acquire knowledge.

(j) The teacher wished to find out the ability of the boy.

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