Read the following text and answer the questions that follow.
December 16 is a remarkable day for Bangladeshi people. On this day in 1971, Bangladesh got independence after a nine-month-long blood-soaked battle against the Pakistani army. It is a day of national pride as well as a day of commemorating the sacrifices of the millions of Bangladeshi people. Pakistani army killed three million people and raped thousands of women.
Victory Day is celebrated with great enthusiasm across the country. The day begins with a 31-gun salute at dawn, followed by the hoisting of the national flag at government buildings and private institutions. Different political, cultural and educational programs are organized to pay homage to the martyrs of the war. The entire nation celebrates the day with colorful flags, banners and parades.
The National Parade ground hosts a grand military parade where the president, the prime minister and dignitaries from government and non-government sectors join. The National Martyrs' Memorial in Savar, our monument dedicated to the soldiers and civilians who lost their lives during the war, becomes a focal point for citizens to pay their respects. People from all walks of life gather to offer flowers, recite patriotic songs, and recall the sacrifices made by the nation's heroes.

How was Tarun's first day at the new school?

Why was Tarun's first day at the new school interesting? Explain the reason.

How did Tarun go to the school?

What did Tarun's new teacher do?

How were Tarun's new classmates?

It was Tarun's (a) _______ day at his new school. He went there with his father. It took them about (b) _______minutes to reach the school. When they reached the school gate, his father (c) _____ after saying good bye. Tarun went to his (d) _______ and took a seat. One of the (e) _______ came after a while and greeted everyone.

Tarun's first day at a (a) ______  school started with a rickshaw ride with his father. Arriving at the (b) _____  gate Tarun entered the school and found (c)_____  in class. He found a (d) ______  present in the classroom. He also found the teacher and his classmates very (e) _______

Why did the writer go to the railway station?

Discuss the activities of the woman mentioned in the passage.

What does the term 'see off mean?

Identify the similarity between the railway station and the waiting room.

Sketch the view of the tea stall in the light of the passage.

The railway station was very (a) ______ at that time. A large group of people were standing in front of the (b)______  counter. A woman was also waiting in the (c) _______  with others. On the other hand, some people were standing in front of a tea stall and speaking loudly. An elderly couple was looking for a calm place for (d)______ . The waiting room wasn't empty as well. When the time came, a passenger named Sajjad got on the (e) ______ and left.

Two friends were at a (a) ______  railway station. The station was busy with people standing in a long line for (b) ______ . Besides, some young people (c) ________  talking loudly and drinking tea while an old couple was (d) ______ for a noiseless spot to rest. The waiting room was also crowded, with a man struggling with carrying heavy (e) ______and a young woman reading a magazine.

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