November rain brings signs of winter to Dhaka
Dhaka Tribune (English) · ৯ নভে, ২০২৬
Residents of Dhaka experienced rainfall after a prolonged dry spell as rain accompanied by lightning began in different parts of the capital around 7pm on Monday.
পুরো খবরটি পড়ুনDhaka Tribune (English)-এর ওয়েবসাইটে খুলবেমূল কথা
Dhaka Tribune (English)-এর প্রতিবেদন থেকে হুবহু উদ্ধৃত
- Rain was reported in several areas, including Panthapath, Farmgate, Green Road, Banglamotor, Kalabagan and Dhanmondi.
- According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), rainfall is likely in different parts of the country over the next few days, potentially bringing a slight drop in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.
- In a forecast issued at 6pm on November 9 for the subsequent 12 hours, the BMD said a low-pressure area was persisting in its normal position over the southwest Bay of Bengal, with an extended portion reaching the northeast Bay of Bengal.
বিসিএস ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষা তথ্য ছক (Exam Fact Sheet)
হাই-ইল্ড ডেটাপ্রিলিমিনারি নৈর্ব্যক্তিক ও লিখিত রচনায় কোটেশনযোগ্য সুনির্দিষ্ট পরিসংখ্যান
| ধরন | তথ্য | প্রতিবেদনের যে বাক্য থেকে নেওয়া |
|---|---|---|
Date | November 9 | “In a forecast issued at 6pm on November 9 for the subsequent 12 hours, the BMD said a low-pressure area was persisting in its normal position over the southwest Bay of Bengal, with an extended portion reaching the northeast Bay of Bengal.” |
শব্দভাণ্ডার ও বাস্তব প্রয়োগ ছক (Vocabulary Matrix)
5টি মূল শব্দএই প্রতিবেদন থেকে বাছাই করা শব্দ: অর্থ, উচ্চারণ ও প্রতিবেদনে ব্যবহার
The quality of being possible.
Synonyms: contingency, choice, option
“The department said there is little possibility of winter having a significant impact on other parts of the country at this time.”
Capable of being seen or noticed.
Synonyms: observable, perceivable, notable, remarkable
“The fall in nighttime temperatures may intensify the feeling of winter, although winter conditions have so far been more noticeable in the northern region.”
To render more intense
Synonyms: intensen
“The fall in nighttime temperatures may intensify the feeling of winter, although winter conditions have so far been more noticeable in the northern region.”
A measure of cold or heat, often measurable with a thermometer.
“According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), rainfall is likely in different parts of the country over the next few days, potentially bringing a slight drop in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.”
To perform an accompanying part or parts in a composition.
“Residents of Dhaka experienced rainfall after a prolonged dry spell as rain accompanied by lightning began in different parts of the capital around 7pm on Monday.”
Words chosen from this story. English meanings: Wiktionary (CC BY-SA), via the Free Dictionary API.
IELTS Reading practice
Read the passage, then answer the questions. Every answer is in the passage.
Residents of Dhaka experienced rainfall after a prolonged dry spell as rain accompanied by lightning began in different parts of the capital around 7pm on Monday.
Rain was reported in several areas, including Panthapath, Farmgate, Green Road, Banglamotor, Kalabagan and Dhanmondi.
According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), rainfall is likely in different parts of the country over the next few days, potentially bringing a slight drop in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.
The fall in nighttime temperatures may intensify the feeling of winter, although winter conditions have so far been more noticeable in the northern region. The department said there is little possibility of winter having a significant impact on other parts of the country at this time.
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Question 1: Choose the correct answer.
1.Residents of Dhaka experienced rainfall after a prolonged dry spell as rain accompanied by lightning began in different parts of the capital around _____pm on Monday.
Questions 2–3: Complete the sentences. Write ONE WORD from the passage.
2.According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), _____ is likely in different parts of the country over the next few days, potentially bringing a slight drop in both daytime and nighttime temperatures.
3.The department said there is little possibility of winter having a _____ impact on other parts of the country at this time.
Question 4: Do the following statements agree with the passage? Choose TRUE or FALSE.
4.The fall in nighttime temperatures may intensify the feeling of winter, although winter conditions have so far been more noticeable in the northern region.
Writing practice
IELTS Writing Task 2 style · Topic: Society
Some people think city life is better than village life, while others disagree. Discuss both views and give your opinion.
Write a short answer of 4–5 sentences (30–250 words). State your opinion clearly, give a reason, and use a fact from this story as an example.
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প্রতিবেদনটি পড়া শেষ করার পর মূল ভাবটি নিজের ভাষায় ২-৩ বাক্যে লিখুন। এটি বিসিএস লিখিত ও ভর্তি পরীক্ষার ফোকাস রাইটিংয়ে আপনার নিজের ভাষায় উত্তর লেখার সক্ষমতা বহু গুণ বাড়িয়ে দেবে।