NextPrepRajshahi Board 2025 English 1st Paper Full Question and Solution
Rajshahi Board-2025
English First Paper
Subject Code: 107
[According to the Syllabus of 2025]
Part A: Reading Test (50 Marks)
Read the passage and answer questions no. 1 and 2.
'Heritage' is what we inherit from the past, live within the present and then pass on to our children or future generation. Our unique source of life and inspiration is our cultural and natural heritage. When we speak of 'World Heritage', it indicates places and sites that we inherited from the past and pass on to the future generation of the entire world.
'The Shat Gambuj Mosque' in Bagerhat is such a heritage. It became a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1985.
Originally, the historic Mosque city was known as 'Khalifatabad'. It is situated at the outskirts of Bagerhat town—not very far from the dense Mangrove forest of the Sundarbans. Khalifatabad was a Muslim colony. It was founded by the Turkish general, a saint warrior Ulugh Khan Jahan in the 15th century. The infrastructure of the city reveals significant technical skills in many Mosques as well as early Islamic monuments. Baked bricks were used for the construction of the buildings. The planning of the city was dominated by the tradition of Islamic architecture and the decorations were a combination of Mughal and Turkish architecture. Khan Jahan built a network of roads, bridges, public buildings and reservoirs to make the city habitable. There were about 360 mosques in the city. Among them the most remarkable is the multi-domed Shat Gombuj Mosque. The mosque is unique in the sense that it has 60 pillars that support the roof, with 77 low height domes. The 4 towers at 4 comers have smaller domes at the top as well. The vast prayer hall has 11 arched doorways on the east and 7 each on the North and South for light and ventilation. It has 7 aisles running along the length of the Mosque and 11 deep curves between the slender stone columns. These columns support the curving arches created by the domes. The thickness of the arches is 6 feet and have slightly narrowing hollow and round wall.
The west wall in the interior has 11 'Mihrabs' (niche in mosque pointing towards Makkah). These mihrabs are decorated with stone work and terracotta. The floor of the Mosque is made of brick. Besides being used as a prayer hall, Khan Jahan used the Mosque as his court too. Today, it is one of the greatest tourist attractions and one of the best architectural beauties of Bangladesh.
(a) The Mosque city was formerly recognized as —.
(i) Bagerhat (ii) Islamic colony (iii) Khalifatabad (iv) Turkish colony
(b) The word 'unique' means —.
(i) uncommon (ii) usual (iii) alike (iv) universal
(c) The Mihrabs in the Mosque are adorned —.
(i) with terracotta (ii) with stained glass (iii) with baked bricks (iv) with flowers
(d) Which of the following is the closest meaning of the word 'infrastructure'?
(i) Armature (ii) Structure (iii) Reconstruction (iv) Surroundings
(e) How is the prayer hall?
(i) The prayer hall has 25 doors for light and ventilation (ii) It is decorated with many domes
(iii) The arches are horizontal (iv) Prayer hall is nicely adorned with 60 pillars
(f) Which of the following has made the Shat Gambuj Mosque the most significant?
(i) Turkish design (ii) Recognized as World Heritage site
(iii) Combination of Turkish and Mughal architecture (iv) Considered as an ancient mosque
(g) A Muslim colony situated at the outskirts of Bagerhat town was a — place.
(i) desolate (ii) welcoming (iii) crowded (iv) barbarous
(a) What is World Heritage?
Answer: World Heritage refers to places and sites that we inherit from the past and preserve for future generations. It belongs to all the people of the world, not just one country.
বাংলা অর্থ: বিশ্ব ঐতিহ্য বলতে এমন স্থান বা নিদর্শন বোঝায় যা আমরা অতীত থেকে পেয়েছি এবং ভবিষ্যৎ প্রজন্মের জন্য সংরক্ষণ করি। এটি পুরো বিশ্বের মানুষের সম্পদ।
(b) What does the infrastructure of the city reveal?
Answer: The infrastructure of the city reveals advanced technical skills in building mosques and monuments. It shows the excellence of early Islamic architecture.
বাংলা অর্থ: শহরের অবকাঠামো উন্নত কারিগরি দক্ষতার পরিচয় দেয়। এটি প্রাচীন ইসলামী স্থাপত্যের উৎকর্ষ প্রকাশ করে।
(c) How was the mosque used?
Answer: The mosque was mainly used as a place for prayer by the Muslims. It was also used by Khan Jahan as his court.
বাংলা অর্থ: মসজিদটি প্রধানত নামাজ আদায়ের জন্য ব্যবহৃত হতো। এছাড়াও খান জাহান এটিকে তার দরবার হিসেবে ব্যবহার করতেন।
(d) Why is the mosque unique?
Answer: The mosque is unique because it has 60 pillars and 77 domes supporting its structure. Its architectural design is different from other mosques.
বাংলা অর্থ: মসজিদটি অনন্য কারণ এতে ৬০টি স্তম্ভ ও ৭৭টি গম্বুজ রয়েছে। এর স্থাপত্যশৈলী অন্যান্য মসজিদের থেকে আলাদা।
(e) What did Khan Jahan do to make the city livable?
Answer: Khan Jahan built roads, bridges, public buildings, and reservoirs in the city. These facilities made the city suitable and comfortable for living.
বাংলা অর্থ: খান জাহান শহরে রাস্তা, সেতু, জনসাধারণের ভবন ও জলাধার নির্মাণ করেন। এগুলো শহরটিকে বাসযোগ্য করে তোলে।
The internet technology has helped design a large number of web sites to facilitate social relations among people around the world. These are known as social networking services or social networks or social media. At present, Facebook is the most popular social media site. Google+, Twitter, LinkedIn, etc. are other frequently used social services. Social network services are web-based and hence, provide ways for the users to interact through the internet. These services make it possible to connect people across the borders and thus have made the users feel that they really live in a global village. Why are social networks expanding so fast? The answer is simple. Most of the social services are cost-free. You can make use of them free, paying a very little to your internet service provider.
With the development of internet technology, a number of websites, have been designed to promote the relations (a) — the
people of the world. By (b) — these social media, we can share (c) — ideas with each other and feel (d) — the citizen of a
global village. (e) — social media are expanding rapidly for their no or low cost.
Answers:
(a) among
(b) using
(c) our
(d) like
(e) the
Read the following text carefully and answer the question no. 4 and 5.
Stephen Hawking is considered the greatest physicist after Einstein. He was born in England in 1942. He was very skilled in Mathematics from an early age. He wrote the book 'A Brief History of Time: From the Big Bang to the Present Times" in 1988. In this book, he explained cosmology for the general public. It became famous and established his reputation as a great scientist. He received his Ph.D. in cosmology from Cambridge University in 1968. But fortune did not favour him. In 1972, he became a victim of Gehrig's disease. Since then, he had been confined to a wheel chair with no power to control his body. But he continued his teaching through the help of computer. In 1974, he won the prestigious Albert Einstein award for Theoretical Physics. In 1979, he joined Cambridge University as Lucasian Professor of Mathematics. He carried out his research work using his computer. This great scientist breathed his last on 14 March, 2018.
About Professor Stephen Hawking
| Writer | A Brief History of Time | ||
| Born | (i)____ | ||
| Who | Event | Time/Year | Place/Reason |
| (ii)___ | is regarded as the greatest physicist in the world | ||
| Stephen Hawking | was appointed as (iii)___ | 1979 | Cambridge University |
| He | got the prestigious Albert Einstein Award | 1974 | (iv)____ |
| He | passed away | (v) ___ |
Answer:
(i) in England in 1942;
(ii) Stephen Hawking;
(iii) Lucasian Professor of Mathematics;
(iv) for Theoretical Physics;
(v) 2018.
| Column A | Column B | Column C |
| a) Price hike has added | (i) short supply of commodities | (i) widespread corruption and moral degradation. |
| (b) Price hike is caused by | (ii) leads to | (ii) to the problems of Bangladesh. |
| (c) The vast majority are hard hit | (iii) for the fixed income group of people | (iii) of daily necessities. |
| (d) It is very difficult | (iv) a new dimension | (iv) to meet up the excessive load. |
| (e) Price hike | (v) by the hike in prices | (v) and inflation. |
Answer:
(a + iv + ii) Price hike has added a new dimension to the problems of Bangladesh.
(b + i + v) Price hike is caused by short supply of commodities and inflation.
(c + v + iii) The vast majority are hard hit by the hike in prices of daily necessities.
(d + iii + iv) It is very difficult for the fixed income group of people to meet up the excessive load.
(e + ii + i) Price hike leads to widespread corruption and moral degradation.
(a) They travelled for twelve days without any trouble.
(b) Then the leader of the robbers came to Saadi and ordered him to give all he had to him.
(c) The merchants had their goods and a lot of money.
(d) He had a bundle of books and some money with him.
(e) On the thirteenth day, a gang of robbers attacked them and took away all the goods and money from the merchants.
(f) Sheikh Saadi handed him the bundle of books and also the little money he had without any fear.
(g) Once Sheikh Saadi was going to Baghdad with a group of rich merchants.
(h) Saadi then said, "I hope that you will make the good use of these books."
Answer:
7. (g) → (d) → (c) → (a) → (e) → (b) → (f) → (h)
Once Sheikh Saadi was going to Baghdad with a group of rich merchants. He had a bundle of books and some money with him. The merchants had their goods and a lot of money. They travelled for twelve days without any trouble. On the thirteenth day, a gang of robbers attacked them and took away all the goods and money from the merchants. Then the leader of the robbers came to Saadi and ordered him to give all he had to him. Sheikh Saadi handed him the bundle of books and also the little money he had without any fear. Saadi then said, "I hope that you will make the good use of these books."
Part B: Writing Test
(a) How is a rainy day?
(b) What can people do on this day?
(c) How do the animals and birds pass this day?
(d) What do the children do on this day?
(e) What is the impact of the day on the poor and the rich?
A Rainy Day
A rainy day is one of the most refreshing and enjoyable days in the year. The sky is covered with dark clouds, and the air becomes cool and fresh. Rainwater falls in drops, sometimes gently and sometimes heavily, making the environment lively and soothing. On such a day, people often like to stay at home and enjoy the peaceful sound of rain. Some people go out with umbrellas and raincoats to walk in the rain or visit markets and shops. Others enjoy sipping tea or coffee while watching the raindrops fall outside. Animals and birds also have their ways of passing a rainy day. Dogs and cats take shelter under trees or in their homes, while birds find safe places on rooftops or in bushes to protect themselves from getting wet. Children, however, find rainy days full of fun. They play in puddles, run in the rain, fly kites, and enjoy splashing water everywhere. A rainy day has a different impact on people depending on their social condition. For the rich, it is usually a day of relaxation, fun, and enjoyment. They can afford comfortable clothes, umbrellas, and warm drinks, and often see the rain as a blessing. But for the poor, it may create difficulties. Floods or muddy streets can make their work and travel harder, and they often get wet or sick due to the rain. Despite this, a rainy day brings beauty to nature, makes the trees greener, fills rivers and ponds with water, and gives everyone a chance to feel closer to nature. Overall, a rainy day is a mixture of enjoyment, reflection, and life for all creatures.
One day, Sara was going to school with her younger brother, Juhayer. On their way, they saw a woman sitting on the road, with a baby in her lap and crying loudly..........
Kindness Brings Happiness
One day, Sara was going to school with her younger brother, Juhayer. On their way, they saw a woman sitting on the road, with a baby in her lap and crying loudly. The woman looked worried and tired. Sara asked her, “Aunty, what happened? Why is your baby crying?” The woman said that she had lost her way and did not know how to get home. She had no food or water for her baby. Juhayer immediately offered the little snack he had in his bag to the baby. Sara also gave the woman some water from her bottle. Then Sara asked some passersby to help find the woman’s house. They all went together, and finally, they reached her home safely. The woman thanked Sara and Juhayer with tears in her eyes. She said, “You have shown great kindness today. May Allah bless you.” Sara and Juhayer felt very happy because they had helped someone in need. They realized that helping others brings true happiness and satisfaction. From that day, they decided always to be kind and helpful to everyone.
Dear Anisha,
I hope you are doing well. I am writing to tell you about the co-curricular activities of our school, which are really interesting and enjoyable. Our school organizes a variety of activities such as debates, drama, drawing, music, and sports competitions. These activities not only give us pleasure but also help develop our creativity and skills.
I personally take part in the debate club and the drama team. Participating in debates has improved my confidence and speaking ability. The drama performances are really fun and allow us to express our ideas creatively. Besides that, our school has a sports team where students play football, cricket, and badminton. These activities help us stay active and healthy.
Our teachers also encourage us to take part in science fairs, art exhibitions, and cultural programs. They guide us properly and motivate us to give our best. I feel very fortunate to be part of such a school where learning goes beyond the classroom.
I hope you are also enjoying your school activities. I would love to hear about them. Please write to me soon.
Yours sincerely,
Wasika
A dialogue between me and my friend about the importance of reading story books.
Sami: Hi Rumi! You look a little bored today. What are you doing?
Rumi: Hi Sami! I am just sitting here. Honestly, I don’t feel like reading anything. I never enjoy story books.
Sami: Really? But story books are not only fun, they are very important too.
Rumi: I don’t see how. I think they are just a waste of time.
Sami: Not at all! Reading story books can improve your imagination and creativity. When you read stories, you imagine the characters, the places, and the events in your mind. This develops your thinking and helps you become more creative.
Rumi: Hmm… I never thought about it that way.
Sami: Also, story books improve your language skills. You learn new words, sentence structures, and ways to express your thoughts clearly. It also helps you in writing essays and letters for school.
Rumi: That sounds useful. But I feel I don’t have enough time to read.
Sami: Even a few pages a day are enough. Story books also teach moral lessons. You learn about honesty, kindness, courage, and friendship through the experiences of the characters.
Rumi: Really? I didn’t realize that stories could teach lessons.
Sami: Yes! Moreover, reading stories reduces stress. It relaxes your mind and helps you enjoy your free time in a meaningful way. People who read regularly often become more confident and thoughtful.
Rumi: I guess I should try at least one book. Do you have any recommendation?
Sami: Sure! Start with short stories by Rabindranath Tagore or Enid Blyton. Once you begin, you will enjoy it and want to read more.
Rumi: Okay, I will give it a try. Thanks, Sami!
Sami: You’re welcome, Rumi! I am sure you will love the experience of reading.
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