Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles
1. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
(a)--- patriotism is admiration (b)--- one's own country. It is a noble virtue in (c)--- man. A true patriot is one whose unbounded love is directed to serve the interest (d)--- his country in all possible ways. He saves his country (e)--- all the dangers. (f)--- He must not be parochial (g)--- his outlook to belittle (h)--- dignity of other nations. (i)--- man can show his genuine love for his own country patriot feels proud of his country (j)--- cherishing ill feelings for other nations.
Answer: a) ×; b) for; c) a; d) of; e) from; f) A; g) in; h) the; i) A; j) without
2. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
Charity is (a) -- virtue that exalts human nature. It is that disposititon of (b)--- heart which leads men to think favourably (c)--- their fellowmen and do them good. The practice of (d)--- charity calls forth all (e)--- nobler qualities of the mind and the right use (f)--- it brings happiness (g)--- earth and fellow-feeling (h)--- men. It is much more than mere federation which doles (i)--- sums of money to the poor and (j)--- needy.
Answer: a) a; b) the; c) of; d) ×; e) the; f) of; g) on; h) among; i) out; j) the
3. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a. an, the & zero article).
The most common causes (a) --- deforestation are cutting and burning the forest lands. Though (b)-- forest lands are cut and burnt (c) --- the sake (d) --- agriculture and habitat, it has (e)--- negative effect (f) --- environment. (g) --- removal of trees causes the birds and (h) --- animals living on them to leave the place. It also causes serious damage (i) --- the soil, as trees give protection to soil as well. At the end, the soil gets sediment in (j) --- river bed and causes frequent floods.
Answer: a) of; b) the; c) for; d) of; e) a; f) on; g) The; h) ×; i) to; j) the
4. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a. an, the & zero article).
Dear friends (a) --- the global village, as you might have heard, our sea level is rising, (b) --- earth is getting warmer! Let us all protect our home, (c) --- animals, trees, and ourselves. Climate change is (d) --- very big issue, and lots have to be done in order to resolve this big problem. Your friends the (e) --- country of Bangladesh are losing their land, homes, agricultural fields, and even their lives (f) --- climate change disasters. One day, these people had big happy families. These families owned huge farms. But now, due (g) --- climate change, all these are (h) –-- memories of the past. Many (i) --- these big happy families have been buried, and are no longer there in their homes, or (j) --- their loved ones.
Answer: a) of; b) the; c) the; d) a; e) in; f) by; g) to; h) ×; i) of; j) with
5. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a. an, the & zero article).
(a) --- man cannot remember everything that happened in his childhood. But certain events are stored (b) --- the subconscious mind. They sometimes peep (c) --- mind's eye. Very simple and trifling things are (d) --- centre of attraction (e) --- a child. When a man grows (f) ---, he may laugh at those things. My playground was (g) --- the bank of the mighty Teesta. In all (h) --- seasons this river had a great attraction for me. Whenever I was not at home, I could be found (i) ---- its bank. I was very fond of stealing (j) --- mangoes, litchis, black berries and other fruits in the company of friends in summer.
Answer: a) A; b) in; c) through; d) the; e) for; f) up; g) at; h) the; i) on; j) ×
(a) --- public university is (b) --- popular university and is financed (c) --- the government. There is another type (d) --- university named private university which is run by private enterprise and financial support of the business magnates. (e) --- present, there are many such institutions that were established commercially (f) --- the name of (g) --- higher education as (h) –13 public universities are not sufficient (i) --- the people of (j) --- country.
Answer: a) A; b) a; c) by; d) of; e) At; f) in; g) ×; h) the; i) for; j) the
7. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Dengue (pronounced Dengee) fever is (a) --- painful, mosquito-borne disease caused (b) --- dengue viruses. Sometimes, (c) – symptoms are mild and can be mistaken (d) --- those of the flu or another infection. Symptoms typically begin three to four days (e) --- infection. This may include (f) --- high fever, headache, nausea, muscle and joint pains, and a characteristic skin rash. (g)- symptoms may progress to massive bleeding, shock, and death. This is called dengue shock syndrome (DSS). People (h) --- weakened immune systems and being attacked second time are believed to be (i) --- greater risk for developing (j) --- dengue hemorrhagic fever.
Answer: a) a; b) by; c) ×; d) for; e) after; f) a; g) The; h) with; i) at; j) ×
8. Fill in the blanks with suitable words.
Dengue is (a) --- infectious disease caused (b) --- virus and (c) ---- virus is transmitted by (d) --- bite (e) --- a female mosquito called aedes. It is (f) --- fatal disease and over the past two or three months many people died of dengue fever. There's no definite medicine to treat dengue infection. So, we must pay (g) --- emphasis (h) --- preventive measures. For this we must keep our surroundings clean to stop breeding of Aedes mosquitoes. Again, we must not allow water to accumulate (i) --- any open space (j) --- more than two days.
Answer: a) an; b) by; c) the; d) the; e) of; f) a; g) ×; h) to; i) in; j) for
9. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a. an, the & zero article).
(a)--- public university is (b)--- popular university and is financed (c)--- the government. There is another type (d)--- university named private university which is run by private enterprise and financial support of the business magnates. (e)--- present, there are many such institutions that were established commercially (f)--- the name of (g)--- higher education as (h)--- 43 universities are not sufficient (i) --- the people of (j)---- country.
Answer: a) A; b) a; c) by; d) of; e) At; f) in; g) ×; h) the; i) for; j) the
10. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
Rainforests are often called the lungs of (a)--- planet (b)--- their role (c) --- absorbing carbon dioxide and producing oxygen. All living beings depend (d)--- them for their survival. Rainforests also nourish/ stabilise climate house incredible number (e)--- plants and wildlife. These forests also produce rainfall. Few days ago Brazil's Amazon rainforest was burnt and it made (f)--- huge loss (g)--- the earth. (h)--- environmentalists have convicted (i)--- president of Brazil for his in active role in extinguishing the fire. They have alerted that (j)--- Amazon rainforest is vital for the nourishment/survival/stabilization of Mother Earth.
Answer: a) the; b) for; c) in; d) on; e) of; f) a; g) to; h) The; i) the; j) ×.
11. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
(a)--- destruction (b)--- forests and (c)--- other surroundings is causing the extinction of various plants and animals every day. (d)--- the last 25 years alone (e)--- world has lost one third of its natural wealth. Forests are being cut down. Moreover, they are being burnt recklessly resulting (f)--- an increase in carbon dioxide and ultimately the water level is rising as (g)--- consequence (h)--- global warming. It is expected that the new century will face (i)--- overwhelming environment disaster. It is therefore necessary to check the reckless pollution (j)--- the environment.
Answer: a) The; b) of; c) ×; d) In; e) the; f) in; g) a; h) of; i) an; j) of
12. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
(a)--- fire broke out (b)---Agrabad (c)--- Sunday last. (d)--- fire was caused (e)--- an explosion in (f)--- factory. No sooner had (g)--- fire brigade been informed than several fire engines rushed (h)--- the spot. The fire brigade succeeded (i)--- extinguishing the fire. A local newspaper reported that some people were injured by the fire. The wounded were taken to the hospital. So, steps should be taken so that (j)--- fire may not break out.
Answer: a) A; b) at; c) on; d) The; e) by; f) a; g) the; h) to; i) in; j) ×
13. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article).
(a)--- present Rohingya issue is (b)--- burning question (c)--- context of Bangladesh. (d)-- brutal attack of Myanmar authority has compelled the Rohingya to flee (e)--- their country to Bangladesh. Everyday to save their lives, (f)--- Rohingyas are entering Bangladesh through (g)--- border. Near about 6 lac and 70 thousand Rohingyas have already entered Bangladesh. The govt of Bangladesh have stretched their helping hands towards these distressed people. Foreign envoys visited different refugee camps and appreciated Bangladesh govt (h)--- giving aid to the Rohingyas. They assured of putting pressure (i)--- Myanmar to solve (j)--- problem.
Answer: a) At; b) a; c) in; d) The; e) from; f) the; g) ×; h) for; i) on; j) the.
Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles board question
1. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Dhaka Board-2023; Rajshahi Board-2023]
Rangamati is one of (a) --- most attractive hilly districts of Bangladesh. It is located (b) --- the western bank of Kaptai Lake. Most of the visitors visit the place for its (c) --- eye-catching natural beauty. Nature has adorned this town (d) --- all the elements of beauty. (e) --- hills covered with green trees present (f) --- unique sight. There are many tourist spots here. The suspension bridge of Rangamati is (g) --- attraction for the tourists. It is also a home of several (h) --- ethnic groups. (i) --- trip to Rangamati would be (j) --- outstanding experience for the nature lovers.
2. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Jashore Board-2023]
Computers are used (a) --- many ways. For example, (b) --- computer's memory may carry the names, addresses and flight numbers of aeroplane passengers. (c) --- ticket agent can find (d) --- almost instantly, by typing (e) --- flight number, whether there is a seat available (f) --- a particular plane. At flight time, the computer can make a list of all the passengers (g) --- the plane. Computers can also solve many problems. (h) --- many bits of information can be compared (i) --- one another. Mathematical calculations can then be performed (j) --- them.
3. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Cumilla Board-2023]
Washing hands regularly is (a) --- important activity. It keeps us safe (b) --- coronavirus. How you wash your hand is also very (c) --- important. First, you have to wet your hands (d) --- clean, running water and apply soap. Then, rub your hands together with (e) --- soap to create foam. Lather the backs of your hands, (f) --- your fingers and (g) --- your nails. Remember, you have to scrub your hands (h) --- at least 20 seconds. After that rinse your hands well with clean and running water. Finally, dry your hands using (i) --- clean towel or tissue paper. Learn the process (j) --- washing hands and also educate your friends about it.
4. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Chattogram Board-2023]
George Washington was the first president of America. This great man was obedient (a) --- his parents. (b) --- the age of 15 he decided to go (c) --- studies at (d) --- excellent school in Europe, where his brother was studying and had made all (e) --- preparations for crossing (f) --- Atlantic Ocean. He ordered his people to put his necessary things (g) --- the ship. As he was preparing to leave, he went to see his (h) --- mother. She was not happy thinking that her son had to struggle (i) --- lot to acquire (j) --- education only at 15. So, Washington did not go.
5. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Sylhet Board-2023]
There are two types (a) --- dreams. One is just (b) --- dream and completely baseless. Anybody
may meet (c) --- it while sleeping. Another dream is real. It is very desirable to (d) --- conscious
and great person. Generally, it is called (e) --- future plan. To be a great person this dream is (f) --- must. Then go ahead (g) --- the working field. Really, if there is no real dream, there is no
interest (h) --- action. True successfully depends (i) --- a real dream. Remember, a life without (j) --- aim or dream is like a ship without a rudder.
6. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Barishal Board-2023]
Covid-19 is (a) --- infectious diseases which has taken away many lives (b) --- the world. It has
created economic crisis (c) --- many countries of the world. Many people have lost their jobs. Many small traders compelled to leave their trades. No doubt, it is a great disaster (d) --- the people of the world. Though the coronavirus is very (e) deadly, it has created awareness (f) --- mass people. Besides, we have learnt many things (g) --- it so far. Earlier, we were indifferent (h) --- some rules of health and hygiene. Due to COVID-19, people of the world have become more conscious regarding the rules of health. Nowadays, we try to maintain social distancing. We avoid (i) --- massive gatherings of people. We also have made a good habit (j) --- washing hands several times a day.
7. Fill in the blanks with prepositions and articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Dinajpur Board-2023; Mymensingh Boar-2023]
There is no doubt that youth is (a) --- best time of (b) --- life. This is the time when it is (c) --- most important (d) --- one to remember (e) --- maxim, "As you sow, so shall you reap." One must
sow (f) --- seeds (g) --- industry, truthfulness and other virtues (h) --- this season (i) --- reap
the harvest of prosperity and happiness. Whatever takes root in a man (j) --- this time lasts throughout the rest of his life and moulds his future.
SSC fill in the blanks board questions 2022
8. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Dhaka Board-2022]
It was 4 in the afternoon. Hamid was studying (a) --- the library when his cell phone rang. It was
his younger sister, Runa. She said that she was standing (b) --- front of (c) --- shopping mall
opposite Hamid’s office and asked him to meet her there as soon as possible. Hamid hurried out of (d) --- library. As he went (e) the street, he noticed that Runa was not alone. She was holding (f) --- three to four years old girl (g) --- hand. (h) --- child was crying and Runa was trying frantically (i) --- to pacify her. Some passers-by were looking (j) --- them suspiciously. When he reached her, she started to explain.
9. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Rajshahi Board-2022]
It is needless to say that washing hands is very important for us. It is certainly (a) --- important
issue. Washing hands regularly can save us from a kind of infectious disease (b) --- COVID-19.
Washing hands with soap is (c) --- must. We have to wash hands (d) --- taking meal and (e) ---
using the toilet. Again, we should wash hands after touching sick members (f) --- our family and pet animals. Washing hands is also strictly recommended after coming back (g) --- outside.
Washing hands in (h) --- proper wav may help us stay away from coronavirus, (i) --- reason is
that coronavirus spreads through touch. So, it is (j) --- important to keep our hands clean.
10. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Jashore Board-2022]
Road accidents have recently become (a) --- regular phenomenon in our country. As a result of the accidents, many persons fall a victim (b) --- untimely death. It is reported that most of the
accidents occur (c) --- the violation of traffic rules, by (d) --- unskilled drivers and unconscious
passers-by. Many unlicensed and faulty vehicles also endanger (e) --- passengers and (f) ---
passers-by. So, in order to save us (g) the accidents (h) --- government is trying to create
awareness (i) --- the people and has passed strict laws (j) --- the accused.
11. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Cumilla Board-2022]
Travelling has (a) --- great influence (b) --- our minds. The human mind always craves (c) ---
change. There is none who does not feel a thrill of joy (d) --- the new sight of experience. The
traveller comes in contact (e) --- various types of people. If he moves (f) --- with the observant
eyes, he can acquire (g) --- lot of practical knowledge about men and things of (h) --- world which books alone cannot provide. Travelling gives us (i) --- opportunity to enjoy the more enchanting sights of nature. It helps one enrich his knowledge and makes him completely (j) --- perfect man.
12. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Chattagram Board-2022]
Nowadays, parents are very conscious (a) --- the harmful effect of punishment (b) --- children.
Child psychologists think that both (c) physical and mental punishments can be disastrous for
(d) --- child’s growth and development. It may lead (e) --- fear and hatred of the person who
punishes (f) --- child. Again, if (g) --- child is punished, it may lack initiative. It may also feel
hostile (h) --- others. So, rude (i) --- behaviour gradually develops (j) --- him.
13. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Sylhet Board-2022]
Friendship is (a) --- great human virtue. It is (b) --- love and affection between two persons. It
binds more than one person (c) --- good relationship and inspires each other to share (d) joys and sorrows (e) --- life. Man is (f) --- social being. He cannot live alone. So, he wants (g) ---
company. He yearns (h) --- giving and receiving love and affection. Friendship grows between the persons (i) --- similar taste, feelings and thoughts. It grows out of mutual understanding and give and take. It generally grows (j) --- two persons of the same age.
14. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Barishal Board-2022]
Metro rail is (a) --- mega project in the development history (b) --- Bangladesh. To make traffic (c) --- movement easy and smooth in the city of Dhaka, metro rail is sure to play (d) --- great role. The megacity of almost two crore people is struggling badly with its narrow and (e) --- overcrowded roads. But metro rail is sure to come as a sigh of relief. With its (f) --- uninterrupted movement, it will carry sixty thousand passengers per hour (g) --- both ends. 16th December 2022 is going to be (h) --- unforgettable day for (i) dwellers of Dhaka city. (j) --- this day. the red and green coloured coaches of metro rail will take the passengers to their destinations with ease and comfort.
15. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Dinajpur Board-2022]
Bangladesh is a free land but she is beset (a) --- many problems. The use of poly bags is very
dreadful. Recently it has become (b) --- great threat (c) --- our environment. (d) --- used poly
bags block the drainage system. As a result, the low-lying areas (e) the towns and the cities go
under (f) --- dirty water when it rains heavily. The used poly bags also destroy (g) --- fertility of
our soil. Our government has already banned the production (h) --- poly bags. Yet some greedy and
(i) --- dishonest businessmen are producing the bags (j) --- their own interest.
16. Fill in the blanks with prepositions & articles (a, an, the & zero article). [Mymensingh Board-2022]
A national flag is (a) --- matter of pride for a nation. Every independent nation in (b) --- world has a national flag (c) --- its own. As (d) --- independent nation, we have a national flag. Our national flag is (e) --- symbol of independence, (f) --- sovereignty and prosperity. Red and green colours are used in it. The red colour used in (g) --- flag indicates (h) martyrs who laid down their valuable lives (i) --- the independence of our country. We must uphold its (j) --- honour.
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