Class Eight : English Second Paper  1

A4
Question Type–04
 Passage Narration
Passage Narration Passage Narration
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Passage Narration Passage Narration

Rule-01:
Passage narration

Example and Explanation :

“You have lost my new bag today. Why have you gone outside leaving it then?”, asked the Master. “I went outside
for drinking a glass of water sir”, said the Servant. “But you could go after my coming. Now pay for the bag.” “Yes,
I am guilty for my carelessness but now I have no money”, replied the servant.
“But you could go after my coming. Now pay for the bag.”
Master
Rule-02:
speech

Example and Explanation:

Direct: “I have called you today. Were you so much busy?”, he said. “I was busy with some official work”, said I.
Indirect: He said to me that he had called me that day. He asked me if I had been so much busy. I replied that I had
been busy with some official works.

Rule-03:
pronoun “he, she, and they” ‎
pronoun pronoun ‎
“He (M)/ He (S)”।
Example and Explanation:
Direct: “You have lost my new bag today. Why have you gone outside leaving it then?”, asked the Master. “I went
outside for drinking a glass of water sir”, said the Servant.
Indirect: The master told the servant that he (S) had lost his (M) new bag that day. He (M) asked him (S) why he
(S) had gone outside leaving it then. The servant respectfully replied that he (S) had gone outside for drinking a
glass of water.
pronoun
pronoun He (M) or He (S) „respectfully‟ „sir‟

Rule-04:
“said to/told” “again
said/told/asked, added, and further said/told/asked”
assertive interrogative
Example and Explanation:
Direct: “You have selected the boy for the job. You will take his responsibility from now”, said the Officer.
Indirect: The officer said to me that I had selected the boy for the job. He again said that I would take his
responsibility from then.
„the officer‟ assertive| „again said‟
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Rule-05:
indirect speeches
Forms in Direct Speech Forms in Indirect Speech
Sir Respectfully said/asked…….
Yes Replied in the affirmative that……
No Replied in the negative that……
Thanks Subject+ thanked+ object
Good morning/evening/night Subject+ wished+ object+ good
morning/evening/night
Good bye Subject+ bade+ object+ good bye
By Allah/God/Jove/my life.. Swearing by Allah/God/Jove/my life..
Ok Subject+ agreed that……
Hello/hi Subject+ greeted that…
Replied/asked/cried/uttered/muttered No change

Examples :
Direct : The boy said, “Sir, I will attend the classes regularly.”
Indirect : The boy respectfully said that he would attend the classes regularly.

Direct : He said, “Yes, it is my lost bag.”

Indirect : He said in the affirmative that it was his lost bag.

Direct : He said to me, “No, I cannot help you now.”

Indirect : He told me in the negative that he could not help me then.

Direct : He said to me, “Thanks, you have done the job.”

Indirect : He thanked me and said that I had done the job.

Direct : He said to you, “Good morning, how are you?”

Indirect : He wished you good morning and asked how you were.

Direct : He said to me, “Good bye, meet me tomorrow”

Indirect : He bade me good bye and told to meet him the next day.

Direct : He said to me, “By Allah, I will meet you.”

Indirect : Swearing by Allah he said to me that he would meet me.

Direct : Rajib said to me, “Ok, I am going there now.”

Indirect : Rajib agreed with me and said that he was going there then.

Direct : He said to her, “Hello, how are you?”

Indirect : He greeted her and asked how she was.

Direct : He uttered silently, “No one is here now.”

Indirect : He uttered silently that no one was there then.
Rule-06:
“friend/father/brother/sister/mother/king/comrades/viewers”
Addressing+ object+ as+ friend+ subject+
verb……………….
Example:
Direct : He said to me, “Friend, give me this book for reading.”
Indirect : Addressing me as friend he told me to give him that book for reading.
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Rule-07:
reporting verb
See the example:
Direct : He said to me moving beside the car, “I am visiting the historical place.”
Indirect : Moving beside the car, he said to me that he was visiting the historical place.

Rule-08:
reporting verb object

Example:
Direct : He said, “Where are you going Robin?”
Indirect : He asked Robin where he (R) was going.

Rule-09:
assertive ‎ “Being
surprised”
Example:
Direct : He said to me, “You know where he lives now?”
Indirect : Being surprised, he asked me if I knew where he lived then.
Rule-10:
“the person
spoken to…” “me”
Example :
Direct : He said, “I will tell you the incident tomorrow.”
Indirect : He said to the person spoken to that he would tell him the incident the next day.
Or,
Indirect : He said to me that he would tell him the incident the next day.

Rule-11:
Direct form Reported speech Reporting verb Indirect speech
Reported speech
Example:
Direct : "You look a little bit like my mother," he said to me, "especially in the dark by the fire."
Indirect : He told me that I looked a little bit like his mother especially in the dark by the fire.

Rule-12:
Sentence but but but Reported speech co-ordinating conjuction
but speech
Example:
Direct : The writer said to Jerry, "But you're small."
Indirect : The writer said to Jerry that he was small.
Rule-13:
Direct speech Indirect speech
Direct Indirect Direct Indirect
Here There This That
These Those Now Then
Ago Before Tomorrow The next day
Yesterday The previous day Today That day
Tonight That night Come Go

Exercise (Ques. Type–4) :

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1. Change the following passage into indirect speech.

The patient said to the doctor, 'Last month my blood pressure was too high. Since then I have changed my food
habits.' The doctor asked 'How?' 'I'm taking more fruits and vegetables, and very little fat in my diet. I'm having
less sugar and salt now'.
2. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
“My sons, a great treasure lies hidden in the land there. I am going to leave it as I shall die soon,” said the old
father. Being curious, the sons said, “How shall we find it?” “You must dig the land for it.” said the old man.
3. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
“Why don‟t you attend the classes?” the teacher said to the boy.
“You cannot expect good results unless you attend classes as I tell you.” “I am sorry sir, I have offended you,”
said the boy. “Thank you,” said the teacher.
4. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
The teacher said to the boy, “Do you think that honesty is the best policy?” The boy said, “Yes, sir, I think so.”
“Then learn to be honest from your boyhood,” said the teacher. “Thank you, sir,” said the boy.
5. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
“I came here yesterday from my town,” Fatema said. “Why did you come here?” I asked, “My mother sent me
to you with this letter.” “How is your mother?”
6. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
“Why were you absent”, said the teacher. “The Headteacher is very angry with you. Go to him at once,” “I was
seriously ill,” said Papia.
7. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
The old man said, “Can you give me some food? I have been starving for two days.” The maid said, “Why do
you beg? Can‟t you work?”
8. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
The teacher said to Kamal, “Why are you talking in the class? You should behave yourself.” Kamal replied,
“Sir, I am sorry. I am asking Jamal to lend me his pen. My pen has run out.” The teacher said, “Be attentive and
listen to my lecture.”
9. Change the following passage into indirect speech :
My friend said to me, “Why are you reading at this hour? It is time for prayer. Let us go out for a walk after saying
prayer.” “Yes, I agree with you,” said I. “I have been suffering from fever for a long time,” said the student.
10. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (P. N. Govt. Girls' High School, Rajshahi)
The teacher said to the student, "Have you prepared your lesson today?" "No sir," replied the student. "I was
suffering from headache yesterday. I shall do my work tomorrow."
11. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Dinajpur Zilla School, Dinajpur)
Father said to me, "How is your progress for the coming examination?" I said, "Not so bad." "Maintain
regularity to achieve your goal," said he. "May Allah help you."
12. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Jessore Zilla School, Jessore)
The traveller said to the peasant, "Can you tell me the way to the nearest inn?" The peasant said, "Yes, I can. Do you
want one in which you can spend the night?" The traveller said, "I don't wish to stay there, but I only want a meal."
13. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Comilla Zilla School, Comilla)
"Good morning," said the tourist. "Do you have any room vacant?" "Yes sir." "Double or single?" "I want one
single," said the tourist. The receptionist said, "We have a single room on the second floor."
14. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Chittagong Collegiate School, Chittagong)
"My sons, listen to me, A great tresure lies hidden in the land there. I am going to leave it as I shall die soon."
"How shall we find it?" said the sons. "You must dig the land for it," said the old man.
15. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Jalalabad Cantt. Public School & College, Sylhet)
"Have you heard the name of Aesop?" asked the teacher. "No sir, who was he?" "Read the book attentively and
you'll be able to know about him. How interesting and instructive his fables are!" said the teacher.
16. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Barisal Govt. Girls' High School, Barisal)
The teacher said, "Nilima, your JSC Exam is knocking at the door. How is your preparation?" "Well, sir. I am
confident about my performance in the exam." "Very good. May Allah help you to do well in the exam."
"Thank you, sir," said Nilima.
17. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Viqarunnisa Noon School & College, Dhaka)
The teacher said to the boy, “Do you know that honesty is the best policy?” The boy said, “Yes sir, I think so.”
“Learn to be honest from your boyhood,” said the teacher. “Thank you sir,” said the boy.
18. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Ideal School & College, Motijheel, Dhaka)
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Nabila said to the English teacher, "Sir, I want to improve my English. How can I do that?" "Don't worry. I shall
help you," said the teacher. "Thank you, sir," said Nabila. "Give emphasis on all the four skills of language
namely listening, speaking, reading and writing," said the teacher.
19. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Dhaka Residential Model College, Dhaka)
Once I asked a sweet little girl, "What is your mother's name?" She replied cleverly, "I know my mother's name
but I won't tell you that." I said, "What a clever girl you are!" "I don't tell my mother's name to anybody whom I
don't know," she spoke with an air of confidence.
20. Rewrite the following passage changing the form of speech. (Bogra Zilla School, Bogra)
"Will you buy my hair? asked Della. "I buy hair," said Madam. "Take your hat off and let's have a sight at the
looks of it." "Twenty dollars," said Madam. "Give it to me quickly," said Della.
21. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rangpur Zilla School, Rangpur)
"My dear son, give me a glass of water. I am very thirsty. Perhaps the temperature has gone very high." "Well,
let me fetch it for you. Please wait a bit." "May Allah bless you."
22. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Udayan Higher Secondary School, Dhaka; Barisal
Cadet College, Barisal; Bir Shreshtha Noor Mohammad Public College)
The teacher said to the girl, "Do you think that honesty is the best policy?" The girl said, "Yes, sir, I think so."
"Then learn to be honest from your childhood," said the teacher. "Thank you, sir," "May Allah grant you a long
life," said the teacher.
23. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Monipur High School & College, Mirpur, Dhaka)
"Have you taken your meal, Tahmid?" said the mother. "Yes, I have taken my meal," replied Tahmid. “Will you
eat any fruit? Eat some mangoes,” the mother said.
24. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Adamjee Cantonment Public School, Dhaka)
"Have you killed the rats?" said the Mayor. "Yes, I have," said the Piper. "Give me the promised money." "How
funny!" said the Mayor. "We cannot give you so much money. Take only fifty."
25. Rewrite the following passage in the reported speech. (Mirzapur Cadet College, Tangail)
"I have got GPA-5 in the JSC examination," said Tanvir. "Congratulation". "What do you intend to do now?"
asked Mamun. "I want to study in a reputed school. I try to get admission in Mirzapur Cadet College", said
Tanvir. "Well, you will do better in the long run but it's difficult to do," said Mamun.
26. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Mymensingh Girls' Cadet College, Mymensingh)
"Have you finished the book that I gave you last night?" Kamal said to me. "Yes, I have," I replied. "What an
interesting book it is! I wish I would borrow the book earlier," I said.
27. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rajshahi Cadet College, Rajshahi)
Safwat asked his mother, "Are you going to New Market?" "No, but I shall go shopping there after visiting your
aunt," answered Mrs Khairul Haq. "Please buy me a new shirt," he pleaded.
28. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Pabna Cadet College, Pabna)
"Will you come to my house tomorrow?" I asked the boy. "We can discuss terms and conditions then," I said. "I
shall be very happy to meet you at your house. Thank you so much," he replied.
29. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Joypurhat Girls' Cadet College, Joypurhat)
Kaniz said to her English teacher, "Sir, I want to improve my English. How can I do that?" "Don't worry. I will
help you," said the teacher.
30. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Jhenidah Cadet College, Jhenidah)
"Niloy, can you tell me what I am teaching?" the teacher asked. "I am sorry, I can not follow," replied Niloy,
"You cannot, because you are not attentive," the teacher
31. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Comilla Cadet College, Comilla)
Rahim said to Hamid, "How are you? I went to your hostel yesterday, but did not find you. Where did you go?"
"I went to the station," said Hamid, "I had to receive my maternal uncle there."
32. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Faujdarhat Cadet College, Chittagong)
"Did people use stamps those days?" asked Rafiq. 'Yes!" answered Mr. Jamil. "The first stamps were used in
1840." "Are they easy to get now?" asked Shafiq. "They are very difficult to get." replied his uncle.
33. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Sylhet Cadet College, Sylhet)
"Have you offered your prayer today?" I said to my cousin. "No, I have forgotten," he said. "That's bad," I said,
"We must pray to the Almighty everyday."
34. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Milestone College, Dhaka)
"Have you killed the rats?" said the Mayor.
"Yes, I have," said the piper. "Give me the promised money." "How funny you are!" said the Mayor. "We
cannot give you so much money. Take only fifty."
35. Change the form of speech. (Shamsul Haque Khan School & College, Dhaka)
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(a) He said to me, "I have already finished my work."

(b) The teacher said to me, "What do you want?"
(c) They said to us, "Let us go out for a walk."
(d) He said to me, "May you have a pleasant journey."
(e) The man said, "What a cheering report it is!"
36. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Motijheel Govt. Boys' High School, Dhaka)
"Follow my example," she said as we shook hands, "and never eat more than one thing for luncheon." "I'll do
better than that," I retorted, "I'll eat nothing at dinner tonight." "Humorist," she cried gaily, jumping into a cab.
37. Change the following sentences into indirect speech. (Motijheel Govt. Girls' High School, Dhaka)
(a) He said, "I went to my friend's house to borrow an essential book but he was not at home."
(b) Ruby said to her mother, "What did you seen when you were in the States?"
(c) The man said, "Friends, please help me."
(d) Nasima said to Sima, "What a nice gift I have got for you!"
38. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Motijheel Model High School & College, Dhaka)
Zaman said to me, "Have you finished reading the book I gave you yesterday?" "Yes I have finished reading the
book," I replied. "What an interesting book it is! I wish I would borrow the book earlier!" I said, "Will you
return the book to me today?" he asked.
39. Change the form of speech. (Govt. Laboratory High School, Dhaka)
"Good morning," said the tourist. "Have you any room vacant?" "Yes, sir, Double or single?" said the
receptionist. "I want one double," said the tourist.
40. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Mirpur Bangla School & College, Dhaka;
Cantonment Public School & College, Rangpur)
"What's a puppet show?" Sabu said to his father. Father said, 'Let's go inside and you can see for yourself."
Inside the tent Sabu said, 'How strange! A doll is dancing and talking!" Father said, "A man behind the screen is
moving the doll."
41. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Shaheed Police Smrity College, Mirpur, Dhaka;
Cantonment Public School & College, Saidpur, Nilphamari)
The passer-by stopped me and said, "Sir, can you tell me the way to the nearest inn?" "Yes, I can," I said. "Go
straight about 100 yards and turn left. You will find it." "Thank you sir," he said.
42. Change the following sentences into indirect speech. (Uttara High School & College, Dhaka)
"Do you know why you are sent to school?" "For playing with friends, father." "No, you are sent to learn, to
read and write." "But I won't read and write." replied Jack sulkily
43. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Safiuddin Sarker Academy & College, Gazipur)
"Have you ever been to Cox's Bazar?" asked Hasan. "No, I have never gone there," replied Shahadat. "But I
have an inclination for visiting the place." "I have an opportunity to visit the sea-beach last year," said Hasan.
"How charming the scenery is!"
44. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Gazipur Cantonment Board Inter High School, Gazipur)
"I came to Dhaka this morning. I sent you a telegram before starting from home," he said. "Did you receive it in
time?" he asked. "No," I replied.
45. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rani Bilashmoni Govt. Boys' High School, Gazipur)
Nadeef said to Rajib, "Can you play chess?" "Yes, I can," said Rajib. "Let's play chess," said Nadeef.
46. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Faridpur Zilla School, Faridpur)
"I never drink anything for luncheon," she said. "Neither do I," I answered promptly. "Except white wine," she
proceeded as though I had not spoken. "These French white wines are so light. They are wonderful for the digestion."
47. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rajbari Govt. High School, Rajbari)
"What is the problem with you?" said the doctor. "What a severe pain in my abdomen!" Let me examine you."
After examining the patient he said, "You have been suffering from constipation. Take the prescribed medicine
for a few days."
48. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Bindubasini Govt. Boys' High School, Tangail)
"Ranju, have you done your English lesson today?" asked the teacher. "Yes, sir. I have done it. But I haven't
understood some grammatical points," replied Ranju. "Where is the problem?" said the teacher, "let us try again."
49. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Bindubasini Govt. Girls' High School, Tangail)
The teacher said to the boy, "Do you think that honesty is the best policy?" The boy said, "Yes, sir, I think so,"
"Then learn to be honest from your boyhood," said the teacher. "Thank you sir," said the boy. "May God grant
you a long life," said the teacher to the boy.
50. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Jamalpur Zilla School, Jamalpur)
"My dear son, give me a glass of water. I am very thirsty. Perhaps the temperature has gone very high," said the
mother. "Well, let me fetch it for you. Please wait a bit," said the son. "May Allah bless you."
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51. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Khulna Govt. Girls' High School, Khulna)
"What is the time by your watch?" he said. "It is half past nine," I said. He said, "I want to go to the college.
Would you accompany me, please?" "No, I am sorry," replied I.
52. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Khulna Collegiate Girls' School, Khulna)
Rina said to me, "Have you finished the book I gave you yesterday?" "Yes, I have finished reading the book," I
replied, "What an interesting book it is! I wish I would borrow the book earlier," I said. "Will you return me the
book today?" she said.
53. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Govt. Laboratory High School, Khulna)
The poor man said to the woman, "Let me have some food." The woman said, "Why do you beg alms? You
look strong. Can't you work?"
54. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Kushtia Zilla School, Khshtia)
"I never drink anything for luncheon," she said. "Neither do I," I answered promptly. "Except white wine," she proceeded as
though I had not spoken. "These French white wines are so light. They are wonderful for the digestion."
55. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Kushtia Govt. Girls' High School, Kushtia)
"I came here yesterday from my village," he said. "Why did you come?" I asked. "My mother sent me to you
with this letter." "How is your mother? I have not seen her for a long time. I hope she is quite well."
56. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Shandhani School & College, Gangni, Meherpur)
"My sons," said he, "a great treasure is hidden in the estate. I am about to leave you." "Where is it hidden?" said
the sons. "I am about to tell you," said the old man, "but you must dig for it."
57. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Sathkira Govt. High School, Satkhira)
"Why did you no go to school yesterday?" said the mother to the girl. "I was ill, mum," the girl replied. 'How
are you today?" the mother asked again. "Well," said the girl, "Don't worry for me."
58. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Satkhira Govt. Girls' High School, Satkhira)
The traveller said to the peasant, "Can you tell me the way to the nearest inn?" The peasant said, "Yes, I can, Do you
want one in which you can spend the night?" The traveller said, "I do not wish to stay there, but I only want a meal."
59. Change the narrative style of the following text. (The Millennium Stars School & College, Rangpur
Cantonment, Rangpur; Rangpur Govt. Girls' High School, Rangpur)
"Ratan, have you done your English lesson today?" asked the teacher. "Yes, sir, I have done it. But I haven't
understood some grammatical points," replied Ratan. "Where is the problem?" said the teacher. "Let us try again."
60. Change the narrative style of the following text. (Lions School & College, Saidpur, Nilphamari)
The old man said, "Can you give me some food? I've been starving for three days." The maid said, "why do you
beg? Can't you work?"
61. Change the narrative style of the following text. (Thakurgaon Govt. Girls' High School, Thakurgoan)
"Have you ever been to Cox's Bazar?" asked Kamal. "No, I have never been there," replied Hasan. "But I long
for visiting the place." "I had an opportunity to visit the sea beach last year," said Kamal.
62. Change the narrative style of the following text. (Gaibandha Govt. Girls' High School, Gaibandha)
"The student said to the teacher, "Sir, may I ask you a question?" "Yes, you may, said the teacher, The student
said, "How can I be fluent in English?" Be active," said the teacher.
63. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Govt. Girls' High School, Jessore)
I said to the passer-by, "What are you seeing now?" "I'm seeing the people running here and there." he said.
"How happy they are! May God help them. Let me enjoy this." I said.
64. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Dawood Public School, Jessore Cantonment, Jessore)
"Why are you putting up the food in your pocket, sir? Why don't you eat?" asked the nobleman. "I am doing the right
thing. My dress deserves these rich dishes," replied Sheikh Saadi. "What do you mean to say?" said the nobleman.
65. Change the following into indirect speech. (Vidyamoyee Govt. Girls; High School, Mymensingh)
Mithun said to me, "Have you finished reading the book I gave you yesterday? "Yes, I have finished reading the
book." I replied. "What an interesting book it is! I wish I would borrow the book earlier!" I said.
66. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Mymensingh Zilla School, Mymensingh)
The class teacher of VIII said to the students, "Do you like to go for study tour?" "Yes," said all the students.
Then he said, "Take permission of your parents." One of the students said, "Where will we go, sir?" " It will be
decided after a discussion." said the teacher.
67. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rajshahi Govt. Girls' High School, Rajshahi; Bogra
Govt. Girls' High School)
"I came here yesterday from my village", he said. "Why did you come?" I asked. "My mother sent me to you
with this letter." "How is your mother? I have not seen her for a long time."
68. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Rajshahi Collegiate School, Rajshahi)
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"Don't you understand what I discuss in the class?" said the teacher. "Yes, sir but we are afraid of reading
English. So we are weak in English," replied the students "Read attentively and you will overcome your fear,"
said the teacher.
69. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Govt. Laboratory High School, Rajshahi)
"My sons, listen to me. A great treasure lies hidden in the land. I am going to leave it to you." "How'll we find
it?" said the sons. "You must dig the land for it," said the old man.
70. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Bogra Cantonment Public School & College, Bogra)
The boy said to the teacher, "Sir, I shall be much obliged if you kindly lend me the book you praised highly in
the classroom yesterday." The teacher said, "I am very glad to know that you are eager to read this book. You
are welcome to any of my books that you like."
71. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (BIAM Model School & College, Bogra)
"Why did you not go to school yesterday?" said the mother to the girl. "I was ill, mum," the girl replied. "How
are you today?" the mother asked again. "Well," said the girl, "Don't worry for me."
72. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Govt. K. D. High School, Naogaon)
"I came to Dhaka this afternoon. I sent you a message before starting from home." Rakib said, "Did you receive
it in time?" "No, I did not receive it," I replied.
73. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Pabna Govt. Girls' High School, Pabna)
My father looked at me in anger and said to me, "Where have you heen so long and why are you wasting your
time?" After a moment, he said, "Will you not appear in the final examination?
74. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Pabna Zilla School, Pabna)
"I came to Dhaka this morning. I sent you a message before starting from home", he said. "Did you see it?" he
asked. "No", I replied.
75. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Momena Ali Biggan School, Sirajganj)
The Headmaster said to the boy, "Why are you late today? You should attend school in time. Remember,
punctually is essential in every walk of life, I think you will not be late on any other day. Go to your class. I
wish your success. May Allah bless you."
76. Change the following narration from direct into indirect. (Amena-Baki Residential Model School &
College, Dinajpur)
(a) They said to us "Let us go out for a walk."
(b) He said to me "Where do you live"?
(c) He said "Long live our president".
(d) He said to me "Alas! I am undone?"
(e) Teacher said to students "Honesty is the best policy".
77. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Dinajpur Govt. Girls' High School, Dinajpur)
"Have you done your homework?" mother said to the daughter. "No, I've forgotten." "By doing so, you can't
expect to do well in your studies," said the mother.
78. Change the following passage into indirect speech. (Cantonment Board High School, Dinajpur)
"Where are you going." said the merchant. "I was coming to see you. What do you want?" "To earn my bread
by the labour of my hands."
"Do you really want work?" said the merchant. "Yes, if you any." "Then follow me and carry a box from a shop
to my house."
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Question Type – 4 : Passage Narration

1. Changing the form of speech :
The patient told the doctor that last month his blood pressure had been too high. Since then he had changed his
food habits. The doctor wanted to know how he changed the habit. The patient replied that he was taking more
fruits and vegetables and very little fat in his diet. He also added that he was having less sugar and salt then.
2. Changing the form of speech :
Addressing them as his sons the old father said that a great treasure lied hidden in the land there. He also said
to his sons that he was going to leave it as he should die soon. Then being carious the sons asked him how they
should find that/it. The old man replied that they had to dig the land for it.
Note: indirect speech- must direct speech- had to must have must have had may
might, should have should have had
3. Changing the form of speech :
The teacher asked the boy why he (boy) didn’t attend the classes. Then the teacher warned him and told him
that he could not expect good result unless he attended classes as he (teacher) told him (boy). The boy
expressed sorry to his teacher and said that he had offended him. Then the teacher thanked him (the boy).
4. Changing the form of speech :
The teacher asked the boy if he thought that honesty is the best policy. The boy answered affirmatively and
addressing his teacher as sir he said that he thought so. Then the advised him to learn to be honest from his
boyhood. The boy thanked his teacher.
[Note: honesty is .... ]
5. Changing the form of speech :
Fatema said that he had come here the previous day from his town. I asked her why he had go there. Fatema
replied that his mother had sent her to him (I) with that letter. Then I asked her how her mother was.
Note : Dirrect Narration-G Yesterday Indirrect- the previous day, come go, here there, this
that
6. Changing the form of speech :
The teacher asked Papia why he was absent. The teacher also said that the Head teacher was very angry with
her (Papia). Then he ordered him go to the Head teacher at once Papia answered that she was seriously ill.
7. Changing the form of speech :
The old man asked me if I could give him some food. The old man also said that he had been starving for two
days. The maid replied / asked him (old man) why he did beg. Then he also asked him if he could work.
8. Changing the form of speech :
The teacher asked Kamal why he was talking in the class. Then the teacher advised him to behave himself.
Kamal expressed his sorry to his teacher and said that he was sorry. Kamal also said then that he was asking
Jamal to lend him his (Jamal) pen. He also added that his (Kamal) pen had run out. The teacher advised him to
be attentive and listen to his lecture.
9. Changing the form of speech :
My friend asked me why I was reading at that hour. He also said to me that it was time for prayer. Then he
proposed him to go out for a walk after saying prayer. I answered in an affirmative way and said that I agreed
with him. The student said that he had been suffering from fever for a long time.
10. Changing the form of speech : (P. N. Govt. Girls' High School, Rajshahi)
The teacher asked the student if he (s) had prepared his lesson that day. The student respectfully replied in the
negative and said that he (s) had been suffering from headache the previous day. He added that he (s) would do
his work the next day.
11. Changing the form of speech : (Dinajpur Zilla School, Dinajpur)
Father asked me how my progress was for the coming examination. I replied that my progress was not so bad.
He advised me to maintain regularity to achieve my goal and prayed that Allah might help me.
12. Changing the form of speech : (Jessore Zilla School, Jessore)
The traveller asked the peasant if he (p) could tell him (t) the way to the nearest inn. The peasant replied in the
affirmative and said that he (p) could tell him (t) the way. The peasant asked him if he (t) wanted one in which
he (t) could spend the night. The traveller replied that he did not wish to stay there but he (t) only wanted a meal.
13. Changing the form of speech : (Comilla Zilla School, Comilla)
The tourist wished the receptionist good morning and asked him if they had any vacant room. He respectfully
replied in the affirmative and asked him if he wanted a double or a single room. The tourist replied that he
wanted a single room. Then the receptionist said that they had a single room on the second floor.
14. Changing the form of speech : (Chittagong Collegiate School, Chittagong)
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The old man told his sons affectionately to listen to him and said that a great treasure lay hidden in the land
there. He further said that he was going to leave it as he would die soon. The sons asked him how they would
find it. The old man replied them that they had to dig the land for it.
15. Changing the form of speech : (Jalalabad Cantt. Public School & College, Sylhet)
The teacher asked the students if they had heard the name of Aesop. The students replied in the negative and
asked him who he had been. The teacher advised them to read the book attentively and said that they would be able to
know about him. The teacher exclaimed with wonder that his fables were very interesting and instructive.
16. Changing the form of speech : (Barisal Govt. Girls' High School, Barisal)
The teacher reminded Nilima that her JSC Exam was knocking at the door. Then he asked her how her
preparation was. Nilima replied respectfully that her preparation was well. She added that she was confident
about her performance in the exam. The teacher told her that it was very good. He prayed that Allah might help
her to do well in the exam. Nilima thanked him respectfully.
17. Changing the form of speech : (Viqarunnisa Noon School & College, Dhaka)
The teacher asked the boy if he (b) thought that honesty is the best policy. The boy respectfully replied in the
affirmative that he (b) thought so. The teacher advised him (b) to learn to be honest from his (b) boyhood. The
boy respectfully thanked him (t).
18. Changing the form of speech : (Ideal School & College, Motijheel, Dhaka)
Nabila told the English teacher politely that she wanted to improve her English. She asked how she could do
that. The teacher told her not to worry. He also said that he would help her. Nabila politely thanked him. The teacher
advised her to give emphasis on all the four skills of language namely listening, speaking, reading and writing.
19. Changing the form of speech : (Dhaka Residential Model College, Dhaka)
Once I asked a sweet little girl what her mother's name was. She replied cleverly that she knew her mother's
name but she would not tell me that. I exclaimed with wonder that she was a very clever girl. She spoke with an
air of confidence that she did not tell her mother‟s name to anybody whom she did not know.
20. Changing the form of speech : (Bogra Zilla School, Bogra)
Della asked Madam if she (M) would buy her (D) hair. In reply Madam said that she (M) bought hair. Then she
(M) told her (D) to take her (D) hat off and suggested that they should have a sight at the looks of it. After that
Madam said that she (M) would give her (D) twenty dollars for her (D) hair. Della agreed and requested her (M)
to give the money to her quickly.
21. Changing the form of speech : (Rangpur Zilla School, Rangpur)
The speaker endearingly told his son to give him a glass of water. Then he said that he was very thirsty and that
perhaps the temperature had gone very high. Being compliant the son then told him that he might be allowed to
fetch it for him. He requested him to wait a bit. The speaker then prayed that Allah might bless him.
22. Changing the form of speech : (Udayan Higher Secondary School, Dhaka; Barisal Cadet College, Barisal;
Bir Shreshtha Noor Mohammad Public College)
The teacher asked the girl if she (g) thought that honesty is the best policy. The girl respectfully replied in the
afirmative and said that she thought so. Then the teacher advised her (the girl) then to learn to be honest from
her childhood. The girl respectfully thanked him (the teacher). The teacher prayed that Allah might grant her
(the girl) a long life.
23. Changing the form of speech : (Monipur High School & College, Mirpur, Dhaka)
The mother asked Tahmid if he had taken his meal. Tahmid replied in the affirmative and said that he had taken
his meal. The mother again asked him if he would eat any fruits and told him to eat some mangoes.
24. Changing the form of speech : (Adamjee Cantonment Public School, Dhaka)
The Mayor asked the Piper if he (P) had killed the rates. The Piper replied in the affirmative and said that he
had killed them. The Piper told him (M) to give him (P) the promised money. The Mayor exclaimed with
wonder that he (P) was very funny. He (M) said that they could not give him (P) so much money. He (M) told
him (P) to take only fifty.
25. Changing the form of speech : (Mirzapur Cadet College, Tangail)
Tanvir told Mamun that he had got GPA-5 in the JSC examination. Mamun congratulated him (T) and asked
what he (T) intended to do then. Tanvir replied that he (T) wanted to study in a reputed school. He (T) added
that he tried to get admission in Mirzapur Cadet College. Mamun appreciated him (T) and told him that he (T)
would do better in the long run but it was difficult to do.
26. Changing the form of speech : (Mymensingh Girls' Cadet College, Mymensingh)
Karmal asked me if I had finished the book that he had given me the previous night. I replied in the affirmative
and said that I had finished it. I exclaimed with joy that it was a very interesting book. I also said that I wished I
would borrow the book earlier.
27. Changing the form of speech : (Rajshahi Cadet College, Rajshahi)
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Safwat asked his mother if she was going to New Market. Mrs Khairul Haq replied in the negative and said that
she would however go shopping there after visiting his (S) aunt. He then pleaded her to buy him a new shirt.
28. Changing the form of speech : (Pabna Cadet College, Pabna)
I asked the boy if he would go to my house the next day and told him that we could discuss terms and
conditions then. He replied that he would be very happy to meet me at my house and thanked me very much.
29. Changing the form of speech : (Joypurhat Girls' Cadet College, Joypurhat)
Kaniz told her English teacher respectfully that she wanted to improve her English. She also asked him how she
could do that. The teacher advised her not to worry. He also assured her that he would help her.
30. Changing the form of speech : (Jhenidah Cadet College, Jhenidah)
The teacher asked Niloy if he(N) could tell him(t) what he(t) was teaching. Niloy apologized and replied that he
(N) could not follow. The teacher told him (N) that he (N) could not because he (N) was not attentive.
31. Changing the form of speech : (Comilla Cadet College, Comilla)
Rahim asked Hamid how he (H) was and said that he had gone to his (H) hostel the previous day but hadn't
found him (H). He also aksed Hamid where he (H) had gone. Hamid replied that he (H) had gone to the station
and added that he (H) had to receive his maternal uncle there.
32. Changing the form of speech : (Faujdarhat Cadet College, Chittagong)
Rafiq asked Mr. Jamil whether people had used stamps in those days. Mr. Jamil replied in the affirmative and
said that the first stamps had been used in, 1840. Shafiq asked Mr. Jamil if they were easy to get then. His uncle
replied that they were very difficult to get.
33. Changing the form of speech : (Sylhet Cadet College, Sylhet)
I asked my cousin if he had offered his prayer that day. He replied in the negative and said that he had forgotten.
I told him that it was bad. I also said that we must pray to the Almighty everyday.
34. Changing the form of speech : (Milestone College, Dhaka)
The Mayor asked the piper whether he (p) had killed the rats. The piper replied in the affirmative and said that
he (p) had killed and also requested him (M) to give him (p) the promised money. The Mayor exclaimed with
wonder that he was very funny and also said that they could not give him (p) so much money. He (M) told him
to take only fifty.
35. Changing the form of speech : (Shamsul Haque Khan School & College, Dhaka)
(a) He told me that he had already finished his work.
(b) The teacher asked me what I wanted.
(c) They proposed to us that we should go out for a walk.
(d) He wished that I might have a pleasant journey.
(e) The man exclaimed with joy that it was a very cheering report.
36. Changing the form of speech : (Motijheel Govt. Boys' High School, Dhaka)
As we shook hands, she advised me to follow her example and never to eat more than one thing for luncheon. I
retorted that I would do better than that. I added that I would eat nothing at dinner that night. Jumping into a
cab, she cried gaily and called me a humorist.
37. Changing the form of speech : (Motijheel Govt. Girls' High School, Dhaka)
(a) He said that he had gone to his friend's house to borrow an essential book but he had not been at home.
(b) Ruby asked her mother what she had seen when she had been in the States.
(c) Addressing them as friends, the man requested them to help him.
(d) Nasima exclaimed to Sima with joy that she (N) had got a very nice gift for her (S).
38. Changing the form of speech : (Motijheel Model High School & College, Dhaka)
Zaman asked me if I had finished reading the book he (Z) had given me the pervious day. I replied in the
affirmative and said that I had finished reading the book. I exclainmed with joy that it was a very interesting
book and also wished that I would borrow the book earlier. Zaman asked me if I would return the book to him
that day.
39. Changing the form of speech : (Govt. Laboratory High School, Dhaka)
The tourist wished the receptionist good morning and asked him if they had any room vacant. He respectfully
replied in the affirmative and asked him if he wanted a double or a single room. The tourist replied that he
wanted one double room.
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40. Changing the form of speech : (Mirpur Bangla School & College, Dhaka; Cantonment Public School &
College, Rangpur)
Sabu asked his father what a puppet show was. Father proposed to Sabu that they should go inside and he (S)
could see for himself. Inside the tent Sabu exclaimed with wonder that it was very strange that a doll was
dancing and talking. His father told him that a man behind the screen was moving the doll.
41. Changing the form of speech : (Shaheed Police Smrity College, Mirpur, Dhaka)
Addressing me as sir the passer-by stopped me and asked me if I could tell him the way to the nearest inn. I
replied in the affirmative and said that I could and told him to go straight about 100 yards and turn left and said
that he would find it. Then he thanked me respectfully.
42. Changing the form of speech : (Uttara High School & College, Dhaka)
Father asked Jack if he (J) knew why he (J) was sent to school. Jack replied that he was sent to school for
playing with friends. Father disagreed with him (J) and told him that he (J) was sent to learn, to read and write.
Disagreeing Jack replied sulkily that he would not read and write.
43. Changing the form of speech : (Safiuddin Sarker Academy & College, Gazipur)
Hasan asked Shahadat whether he (S) had ever been to Cox's Bazar. Shahadat replied in the negative and said
that he (S) had never gone there. He (S) added that he (S) had an inclination for visiting the place. Hasan said
that he (H) had an opportunity to visit the sea-beach the previous year. He (H) exclaimed with joy that the
scenery was very charming.
44. Changing the form of speech : (Gazipur Cantonment Board Inter High School, Gazipur)
He told me that he had gone to Dhaka that morning and added that he had sent me a message before starting
from home. Then he asked me if I had received that in time. I replied in the negative that I had not received it.
45. Changing the form of speech : (Rani Bilashmoni Govt. Boys' High School, Gazipur)
Nadeef asked Rajib if the (R) could play chess. Rajib replied in the affirmative and said that he (R) could. Then
Nadeef proposed to Rajib that they should play chess.
46. Changing the form of speech : (Faridpur Zilla School, Faridpur)
She said that she never drank anything for luncheon. I answered promptly that I did neither. She proceeded as
though I had not spoken and told me that she drank nothink except white wine. She added that those French
white wines were so light and they were wonderful for the digestion.
47. Changing the form of speech : (Rajbari Govt. High School, Rajbari)
The doctor asked the patient what the problem with him was. The patient exclaimed with pain that he had a very
severe pain in his abdomen. The doctor told him that he (d) might examine him (p). After examining the patient
he (d) said that he (p) had been suffering from constipation and advised him (p) to take the prescribed medicine
for a few days.
48. Changing the form of speech : (Bindubasini Govt. Boys' High School, Tangail)
The teacher asked Ranju if he had done his English lesson that day. Ranju respectfully replied in the affirmative
and said that he had done it and added that but he hadn't understood some grammatical points. The teacher
asked him where the problem was. He (t) proposed that they should try again.
49. Changing the form of speech : (Bindubasini Govt. Girls' High School, Tangail)
The teacher asked the boy if he (b) thought that honesty is the best policy. The boy respectfully replied in the
affirmative and said that he thought so. The teacher advised him (b) then to learn to be honest from his
boyhood. The boy respectfully thanked him (t). The teacher prayed that God might grant him (b) a long life.
50. Changing the form of speech : (Jamalpur Zilla School, Jamalpur)
Addressing her son affectionately, mother told him to give her a glass of water. Then she said that she was very
thirsty and she added that perhaps the temperature had gone very high. Giving his consent the son then told her
that he might be allowed to fetch it for her. He requested her to wait a bit. Mother then prayed that allah might
bless him.
51. Change the form of speech (Khulna Govt. Girls' High School, Khulna)
He asked me what the time was by my watch. I replied that it was half past nine. He again said that he wanted to
go to the college and adked me politely if I would accompany him. I replied in the negative and said I was sorry.
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52. Change the form of speech (Khulna Collegiate Girls' School, Khulna)
Rina asked me if I had finished the book she (R) had given me the previous day. I replied in the affirmative and
said that I had finished reading the book. I also exclamined with joy that it was a very interesting book and I
wished I would borrow the book earlier. Then she asked me if I wourld return her (R) the book that day.
53. Change the form of speech (Govt. Laboratory High School, Khulna)
The poor man told the woman that he might have some food. The woman asked him why he begged alms and
said that he looked strong. She again asked him if the could not work.
54. Change the form of speech (Kushtia Zilla School, Kushtia)
She told me that she never drank anything for luncheon. I answered promptly that neither did I. She proceeded
as though I had not spoken. She added that those French white wines were so light. She also added that they
were wonderful for the digestion.
55. Change the form of speech (Kushtia Govt. Girls' High School, Kushtia)
He told me that he had gone there the previous day from his village. I asked him why he has gone. He replied
that his mother had sent him to me with that letter. I also asked him how his mother was and said that I had not
seen her for a long time. I also added that I hoped she was quite well.
56. Change the form of speech (Shandhani School & College, Gangni, Meherpur)
The old man told his sons that a great treasure was hidden in the estate. He further said that he (o) was about to
leave it to them (s). The sons asked the old man where it was hidden. The old man replied that he was about to
tell them but they to dig for it.
57. Change the form of speech (Satkhira Govt. High School, Satkhira)
The mother asked the girl why she (d) had no gone to school the previous day. Addressing her mother as mum,
the daughter replied that she (d) had been ill. The mother again asked her how she was that day, The daughter
replied that she was well and requested her not to worry for her.
58. Change the form of speech (Satkhira Govt. Girls' High School, Satkhira)
The traveler asked the peasant if he (p) could tell him (t) the way to the nearest inn. The peasant replied in the
affirmative that he could. He (p) asked if he (t) wanted one in which he (t) could spend the night. The traveler
replied that he (t) did not wish to stay there, but he (t) only wanted a meal.
59. Change the form of speech (The Millennium Stars School & College, Rangpur Cantonment, Rangpur;
Rangpur Govt. Girls' High School, Rangpur)
The teacher asked Ratan if he had done his English that day. Ratan respectfully replied in the affirmative and
said that he had done it but added that he hadn't understood some grammatical points. The teacher asked him
where the problem was and proposed that they should try again.
60. Change the form of speech (Lions School & College, Saidpur, Nilphamari)
The old man asked the maid if she could give him some food and said that he had been starving for three days.
The maid asked the old man why he begged. She again asked him if he (man) could not work.
61. Change the form of speech (Thakurgaon Govt. Girls' High School, Thakurgoan)
Kamal asked Hasan whether/if he had ever been to Cox's Bazar. Hasan replied in the negative that he had never
been there. But he added that he longed for visiting the place. Kamal said that he had had an opportunity to visit
the sea beach the previous year.
62. Change the form of speech (Gaibandha Govt. Girls' High School, Gaibandha)
The student asked the teacher respectfully if he (s) might ask him (t) a question. The teacher replied in the
affirmative that he (s) might ask. The student then asked him how he (s) could be fluent in English. The teacher
advised him (s) be active.
63. Change the form of speech (Govt. Girls' High School, Jessore)
I asked the passer-by what he was seeing then. He replied that he was seeing the people running here and there.
I exclaimed with wonder that they were very happy. I prayed that God might help them. Then I told him that I
might enjoy that.
64. Change the form of speech (Dawood Public School, Jessore Cantt., Jessore)
The nobleman asked Sheikh Saadi respectfully why he (S) was putting up the food in his pocket and he again
asked why he (s) did not eat. Sheikh Saadi replied that he was doing the right thing and added that his dress
deserved those rich dishes. The man asked him what he (s) meant to say.
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65. Changing the form of speech. (Vidyamoyee Govt. Girls; High School, Mymensingh)
Mithun asked me if I had finished reading the book he (M) had given me the pervious day. I replied in the
affirmative and said that I had finished reading the book. I exclaimed with joy that it was a very interesting
book and also wished that I would borrow the book earlier.
66. Changing the form of speech (Mymensingh Zilla School, Mymensingh)
The class teacher of VIII asked the students if they liked to go on a study tour. All the students replied in the
affirmative to their class teacher. Then the teacher told the students to take permission of their parents. One of
the students respectfully wanted to know where they would go. The teacher replied that it would be decided
after a discussion.
67. Changing the form of speech (Rajshahi Govt. Girls' High School, Rajshahi; Bogra Govt. Girls' High School)
He told me that he had gone there the previous day from his village. I asked him why he had gone. He replied
that his mother had sent him to me with that letter. I then asked him how his mother was and said that I had not
seen her for a long time.
68. Changing the form of speech (Rajshahi Collegiate School, Rajshahi)
The teacher asked the students if they understood what he discussed in the class. The students respectfully
replied in the affirmative and said that but they were afraid of reading English. They added that for that reason
they were weak in English. The teacher advised them to read attentively and they would overcome their fear.
69. Changing the form of speech (Govt. Laboratory High School, Rajshahi)
The old man told his sons affectionately to listen to him and said that a great treasure lay hidden in the land. He
further said he (o) was going to leave it to them (s). The sons asked the old man how they would find it. The old
man told his sons that they had to dig the land for it.
70. Changing the form of speech (Bogra Cantonment Public School & College, Bogra)
The boy told the teacher respectfully that he (b) would be much obliged if he (t) kindly lent him (b) the book he
(t) had praised highly in the classroom the previous day. Then the teacher said that he (t) was very glad to know
that he (b) was eager to read that book. He (t) added that he (b) was welcome to any of his (t) books that he (b) liked.
71. Changing the form of speech (BIAM Model School & College, Bogra)
The mother asked the girl why she (g) had not gone to school the previous day. Addressing her mother as mum,
the girl replied that she (g) had been ill. The mother again asked her how she (g) was that day. The girl replied
that she was well and requested her mother not to worry for her.
72. Changing the form of speech (Govt. K. D. High School, Naogaon)
Rakib told me that he had gone to Dhaka that afternoon and added that he had sent me a message before starting
from home. Then he asked me if I had received that in time., I replied in the negative and said that I had not
received it.
73. Changing the form of speech (Pabna Govt. Girls' High School, Pabna)
My father looked at me in anger and asked me where I had been so long and why I was wasting my time. After
a moment. he asked me if I would not appear at the final examination.
74. Changing the from of speedh (Pabna Zilla School, Pabna)
He told me that he had gone to Dhaka that morning and added that he had sent me a message before starting
from home. He then asked me if I had seen it. I replied in the negative.
75. Changing the form of speech (Momena Ali Biggan School, Sirajganj)
The Headmaster asked the boy why he was late that day. He (H) told the boy that he (b) Should attend school in
time. He (H) also advised him to remember that punctuality is essential in every walk of life. He (H) also said
that he (H) thought he (b) would not be late on any other day. He (H) then told/ordered him (b) to go to his (b)
class and wished him (b) his (b) success. Finally, he (H) prayed that Allah might bless him (b).
76. Changing the form of speech (Amena-Baki Residential Model School & College, Dinajpur)
(a) They proposed to us that we should go out for a walk.
(b) He asked me where I lived.
(c) He wished that their President might live long.
(d) He exclaimed with sorrow that he was undone.
(e) Teacher told students that honesty is the best policy.
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77. Changing the form of speech (Dinajpur Govt. Girls' High School, Dinajpur)
Mother asked the daughter if she (d) had done her (d) homework. The daughter replied in the negative and said
that she (d) had forgotten. Then the mother told her (d) that by doing so, she (d) could not expect ot do well in
her (d) studies.
78. Changing the form of speech (Cantonment Board High School, Dinajpur)
The merchant asked the youth where he (y) was going. The youth replied that he had been going to see him (m).
The merchant again asked the youth what he (y) wanted. The youth replied that he (m) wanted to earn his bread
by the labour of his hands. The merchant further asked him if he (y) really wanted work. The youth replied in
the affirmative and said that he wanted if he (m) had any. Then the merchant ordered him to follow him (m) and
carry a box from a shop to his house.