Paragraph-A Good Teacher

A good teacher is good person of a country. He/she is a person who teaches the students according to the method. Mr. X is such kind of person. He is an MA in English. He took training on English and also has a B.Ed. degree and another Master degree on Secondary education from IER of Dhaka University with thesis. He tries to teach us methodically. He believes on transfer of learning. He never influences us to memorise the lesson. He often says that the coaching centre and the school have a vast difference. A school tries to influence the student to know but a coaching centre always influences on memorizing. For this a school is always needed. He is a person of good character. He never tells a lie to us which most other teachers frequently do now. He also believes that a teacher never tells a lie with the students if he or she is really a teacher. So we love him and took him as an ideal character for our future life.

Paragraph-A Garment Worker

Persons working in a garments factory are garments workers. An ordinary garments worker in our country leads very laborious life. His/her day starts very early in the morning and ends at about 10 p.m. She/he starts for working place at about 7 am. She/he is to pass a long way everyday to reach the factory. She/he goes to the factory on foot. Sometimes on the way to the destination, she /he is teased with slang words from various corners. He/she is to tolerate all bad comments. In the factory, he/she works in a congested room. There is no seat to sit upon. She eats the poor lunch with her colleagues in the factory. Almost everyday he/she takes his/ her lunch from home. She is given a break for half an hour. Within this time she cannot take lunch from her house. She works in the factory for long hours till deep at night. She likes working in a factory rather than in a household. She is used to do over working. Though he/she gets very poor salary, she/he expends it very wisely. She/he leads very simple life. In a word, a major portion of national income depends upon his/her hard work. So he/she should have better opportunities in the factory and society to led better life.

Paragraph-A Fountain Pen

A fountain pen is an instrument which is used for writing purpose. Now a day a fountain pen is an essential article of the educated men of all ages. Students and educated men can not do a single moment without a fountain pen. It has earned much popularity. It has two parts- the main body and the cap. The main body holds the nib. It is hollow inside and holds ink in its hollow body. Again there is a rubber tube in the hollow bodies of some fountain pens. This rubber tube contains ink. The cap has a clip attached to its end. It protects the nib from the clip one holds a fountain pen on the edge of his pocket. The fountain pens are of different colours, shapes and sizes.

Paragraph-A Fire Fighter

The man who puts out fires from any fire occurrence is called fire fighter. Generally, the fire fighters are the first responder and the first emergency person at traffic accident or any kind of fire accident. Fire fighters are the most valuable contributor in our society. They protect our valuable life and property from fires. Generally, fire fighters are divided into many individuals; such as commanding officers, house operators, and pump operators. The well trained fire fighter works on special group. The rescue members take out fire and help the injured people until ambulances arrive. They always wait for getting any news about fire from the common people. Getting any news of fire they run quickly to put out fire. The fire fighters lead very common life and several times their lives become risky. They always run to rescue the fire affected people. Infect, the fire fighters are the inevitable people of the society of any nation. We should respect them.

Paragraph-A Farmer/ The life of a farmer

A farmer is he whose profession is agriculture. He is most common figure in
our country. Basically he is the main force of economy. He is called the father of food production. But they are devaluated. Without his role our country cannot go ahead. A farmer gets up early in the morning and then goes to the field to work. He works in the field all day long and procedures different kinds of crops. When a farmer produces good harvest , he enjoys a happy life with his family. His face beams with joy. But when he cannot produce good harvest, he enjoys a miserable life.

Paragraph-A day Labourer

A day labour is a person who works all day long for earning his living. He is a common figure in our society. He and his family depend on his daily income. He does not have any permanent work. He usually earns his daily living by doing hard work. He gets up early in the morning and goes out in quest of work. He does different types of jobs such as carrying bricks, wood, stones, mud and digging ponds, constructing of roads, buildings etc. He works hard from morning to evening. He gets his wages at the end of the work. Then he goes to bazar to buy his daily necessaries. He has to work hard in various fields. He is always dependent on his employer. When he earns much money, he and his family can eat well. It is a happy day for them. If he does not find any work, he and his family have to go without food. So the life of a day labour is very miserable. Sorrows and sufferings are his constant companions. He does not know what is joy and happiness. He earns his living by working hard. Most of the time he is ill-paid and ill- treated in every sphere of his life. Infact, the services of a day laborer plays an importance role in our national life. So we should think about his rights and show respect to them.

Paragraph-A Common Bird in Bangladesh/Crow

Common bird is a bird, which is seen here and there by all. The crow is the most common of all birds in Bangladesh. It is an early riser. When it caws at dawn, we know that night is over. Its voice is harsh. It is a thief by nature. It steals away food from the kitchen and swoops upon everything. It is a medium sized bird. The crow is jet in colour with gray breast. It has strong bill. Its wings are strong. Its two legs are ill shaped with sharp claws in them. Its eyes are bright and keen. It prepares its nest in the high trees in the forest or garden and lives there. The crow eats rice, fish and flesh. It also eats fruits and rotten things. It steals food from the kitchen and snatches food from the children. It also steals eggs of hens and other birds. The crow has great fellow feelings for one another. If any one of them is in danger, then many come to its rescue. Though the crow is ugly and its voice is harsh, it is very useful. It makes our house neat and clean by eating rotten and dirty things. Thus it does well to us.

Paragraph-A Cleaner or Rubbish Collector

A man who collects rubbish everyday from our area is called rubbish collector or a cleaner. Generally, he has fresh mind and he works for the benefit of our society. He cleans our environment and always likes his work. He respects the work. He thinks that all jobs are important for us. To collect rubbish, he has to go in different houses of the area where he lives. Generally, he gets up early in the morning. Then he goes to collect the rubbish that the people keep in front of their houses. Several times, the rubbish becomes dirty but it does not give him any pain. He puts them in his plastic bag and keeps them in a big dustbin. He believes that all jobs have their own value. The life of a cleaner is full of pain and suffering. He cannot get proper food, shelter, cloth and education for his family. He leads an unhappy life. He is unable to  educate his children and take a proper treatment. If he stops his working, the whole area will become dirty and unhealthy. So we should respect him and his work. Besides, our government should give him better salary.

Paragraph-A Bus Stand

A bus stand is a place from where service buses stop and start for the passengers in a fixed time. A great number of up and down buses touch the stand at different hours of the day and night. It is a part and parcel of bus communication of a country. It is generally situated besides the roadside. From here buses go for various destinations and buses come here from different places. A bus stand is a busy and noisy place. It remains crowed almost at all hours of the day. There are some ticket counters in a bus stand. People are found standing to buy tickets in a long line. Around a bus stand some stationary shops, restaurants, saloons, book-stalls and tea- stalls are found. Even magazines and seasonal fruits are also sold here. Besides, rickshaws, vans, auto-rickshaws are seen standing for the passengers. The passengers wait impatiently for the buses in the bus stand. When the buses come and buses go, it looks very noisy. At this moment some hawkers cry out to sell their goods and some beggars sing for begging. Actually a bus stand is a very noisy and dirty place. In spite of being a noisy and dirty place it helps us in many ways. In fact, a bus stand is a useful place. A bus stand plays an important role in communication of a country.

Paragraph-A Book Fair

A book fair is the exhibition of different types of educational items for the consumers and buyers. It is held to make the products widely popular and it is usually arranged on the important days of a year. It is very much popular with the readers, men of letters and the authors. People from different sections mainly literate people take interest in a book fair. Young boys and girls gather here to find out their favorite books. The largest book fair in our country is held in February in the Bangla Academy premises. It increases the reader's interest on reading books and widens the sphere of our knowledge. Bangla Academy arranges the fair and different publications make stalls to advertise their perspective books. Different types of books like story books, novels, books on various dramas, books on poems, autobiographical books, books on science and technology, books on raising social awareness, etc. are usually available in a book fair. Many publishers, poets, and writers visit here and their fans gatherthere for getting autographs. Besides selling and buying books, different cultural functions are also held in a book fair. Even some stalls are found to sell snacks, cigarettes and trifling items of daily necessities. Indeed, a book fair reminds us that the books are our best friends and companions. 

Useful Ways to Spend Leisure Time

Leisure time is set aside for relaxation. There can be useful and yet exciting ways to spend our leisure time. Some suggestions include reading, taking part in sports and doing charity work. 

  Reading is one of the best ways to spend our free time. Besides spending our time in a relaxing manner, reading also has many benefits. It helps to improve our language, grammar and vocabulary skills. Moreover, it improves our general knowledge and gives us a better insight into life. We can learn a lot about other countries, their cultures and people without travelling to these places. 

  Engaging in physical exercises and sports is another fantastic way of spending our leisure time. Exercise clears the mind and makes the body healthy. It is also a good way to relieve stress. Examples of sports activities we take up are swimming, jogging and playing games. 

  Perhaps one of the most rewarding ways to spend leisure time is doing charity work at special homes for the disabled, the blind and the aged. This is by signing up as a volunteer. We gain benefits that are two-fold. By making others happy, we are making ourselves happy too. 

  With so many ways to spend one's leisure time at our disposal, one wonders why youths today spend their free time on dangerous pursuits like taking drugs, smoking and dangerous sports like racing. They are detrimental to one's life, health and incur high expenses.

Career in Journalism

To many young people, journalism is not their choice of a career. Many prefer to go for jobs related to computers or marketing. And others prefer to go for a job that promises elements of glamour and excitement. 

  Journalism is actually an interesting and challenging career. It suits those with strong language skills and a passion for writing. Many journalists find great satisfaction in their work. 

  Here are some guidelines to help those who are thinking of becoming a successful journalist. Firstly, there must be a strong commitment to the job. When joining a company, be it a newspaper or a magazine, trainees during internship must be willing to take time to observe and learn from experienced journalists. 

  The period of internship can be a trying one. It is during such time, interns are given the opportunity to demonstrate their talents and skills. To their frustration, they can be required to do trivial tasks such as photocopying, faxing and answering phones and when actually given writing jobs, it entails doing research at home after office hours or writing stories over the weekends. 

  Big or proper writing jobs are not often available at the moment they want them. Many successful journalists do freelancing until the right opportunity comes along. 

  As journalists, do not limit yourself to newspaper journalism. You can try out for a job in broadcasting. Most journalists hop between print, magazine and broadcasting many times in their career. Journalists have been known to host their own shows on television while continuously publishing features in the press.

E-mail Etiquette

Electronic mail is a means of communication with people. It is also the cheapest and one of the fastest ways of communication However, just as in other forms of communication, some basic etiquette must be followed. 

  For instance, if you ask for something in your e-mail, you should say 'please'. Similarly, if someone does something for you, do reply and say 'thank you'. Moreover, include enough information in your mail if you ask a question or make a query to which you expect an answer. 

  After sending an e-mail, do not expect an immediate answer. Very often, we have to wait for a while before receiving a reply. Just because you do not get an answer from someone in ten minutes, it does not mean that the person is ignoring you. So there is no cause for offence. Never send another e-mail to tell the person off. 

  When composing an e-mail message, make sure you read it over again before sending it. Spending time on making your e-mail clearer is time well spent and worth your effort. If the sentences are unclear or ambiguous, you have to take some time to rephrase them to make them comprehensible. Lastly, always use a signature for your mail. The signature identifies who you are. You do not want the receiver to wonder who has sent the mail. 

  By observing these simple rules, your e-mail is likely to be well received. Th e outcome is that you will receive in return courteous and satisfactory e-mails too.

Multimedia Resources as Learning Tools

Videos, television and computers are effective electronic teaching tools especially in today's context. Our Minis of Education has introduced the use of Computer Assisted Learning programmes in many schools. 

  The use of videos and television certainly improves the learning process among students. Generally, young children and teenagers learn better and faster from the small screen than from the printed word. They absorb more from the screen. It does not matter what educational programme they are reading or watching. 

  Through the Internet and the multiple formats communicated over the web, students have access to new and exciting ways of learning. The computer allows the incorporation of animation, moving pictures and sound into lessons. These multimedia resources present materials which encourage the learner's interaction with the subject matter. Pictures and animations help bring to life principles and content of the subjects they are learning. By so doing, students can take a more active role in their learning. 

  One of the advantages of using multimedia resources is they convey information quickly and effectively. In this way, they make students more interested in learning. Moreover, they can learn at their own pace and convenience. All they need is a computer or television and some CD-ROMs. 

  The use ofmultimedia resources in education is widespread today. Its greatest benefit is that a wide range of resources is at the learners' disposal. Many schools use a combination ofclass lessons, texts and multimedia resources during lessons.

Places of Interest in Malaysia

Any tourist who has been to Malaysia will not deny that it is a very nice place to visit. There are so many holiday resorts to 1 go to. The choice of the place depends on one's interest what one wants to do. 

  For those who love the sea, there are numerous natural, sandy beaches along the coast. There are also many islands.Th popular islands which are frequently visited by tourists every year are Penang, Pangkor Island, Tioman Island and pulau Langkawi. A holiday on these islands is so relaxing. There are many activities one can do, for example, swimming, canoeing, and for the more adventurous, sea-surfing and underwater diving. 

  For those who prefer the cool mountain air, there are the highlands and hills like Genting Highlands, Fraser's Hill, Cameron Highlands and Maxwell Hill. These resorts are perfect getaways from the hustle and bustle of city life. Popular activities include visiting flower nurseries, vegetable and fish farms, jungle-trekking, hiking, etc. 

  Of course, there are tourists who love the swinging city life of Kuala Lumpur. Tourists can spend weeks just exploring the city e.g. the KLCC Twin Towers, the national museum, national science centre, the Petronal Gallery, etc. Just a short distance from the city are the bird park, butterfly farm, snake temple and the zoo. Besides sightseeing, tourists can also enjoy shopping, a variety of entertainment and an exciting nightlife. 

 Tourists to Malaysia have a vast array of places to choose from. It does not matter where they visit. They are bound to have a memorable time exploring, sightseeing, buying souvenirs

The Benefits of Cereal

A cereal is a grass such as oats, barley and maize. It is good for us as it is a rich source of nutrients. 

  Oats are very nutritious. In fact, they can be a real boon to people trying to get a good diet on a low budget. It is available as whole grains with the husks removed. This is called oat groats which need cooking for 45 minutes. All forms of oats can be used to make porridge. They can be combined with groundnuts to make a roast or can even be added to a stew. Oatmeal is low in gluten and is mixed with wheat flour to add flavour and texture to bread, muffins and pancakes. 

  Barley can be a very important source of direct human food. It contains gluten, so barley flour can be made into bread. What we have in the market is whole barley or polished pearl barley. However, it is also possible to buy barley flakes or kernels. 

  The whole barley is more nutritious, providing protein, carbohydrates, fibre, folic acid, iron and calcium. It can be cooked on its own as a pleasant alternative to rice, pasta or potatoes, or added to stews. 

  Maize is the principal food plant of many countries. Rich in protein, it is used for human food, animal feed and as a source of raw materials for industry. 

  Fresh maize is often available as sweet corn and corn on the cob. We often see maize as cornflakes or popcorn. Cornmeal can be added to soups, pancakes and muffins. A lot of snack food is made from maize meal such as tortilla chips.

Fast-food Restaurants

Although fast-food restaurants are often seen as a mark of modern technological culture, they are probably as old as cities themselves with the style varying from culture to culture. For instance, Ancient Roman cities had bread-and-olive stands. East Asian cultures feature noodle shops. 

  The modern history of fast food is connected with the earliest fast-food outlets selling hamburgers as their primary product. A fast-food restaurant is characterised both by the food which is supplied quickly after ordering, and by minimal service. The food is often cooked in bulk in advance and kept hot or reheated to order. 

  Many fast-food restaurants are part of restaurant chains or franchise operations, which ship standardised foodstuffs to each restaurant from central locations. There are also simpler fast-food outlets such as stands or kiosks. They may or may not provide shelter or seats for customers. 

  Fast-food outlets are take-away or take-out providers. Usually, they are with a drive-through service to allow customers to order and pick up food from their cars. However, most also have a seating area in which customers can eat the food on the premises. 

  Finger food comprises most fast food and so can be eaten without cutlery. Examples of fast food include fish and chips, sandwiches, pitas, hamburgers, fried chicken, french fries, chicken nuggets, tacos, pizzas or ice cream although many fast-food restaurants offer 'slower' food like mashed potatoes or salads.

Lucrative Hobbies

A hobby is a pleasant activity done to pass leisure time. It would definitely be fantastic if we can turn our hobby into a means of income as well. The benefits will be two-fold. We reap enjoyment as well as earn some income. 

  Here are some tips on how to use your hobby to earn some income. For those of you whose hobby is cooking, you can earn some money from this hobby. For instance, you can start a recipe newsletter. You can earn money by selling your recipes or by publishing a simple booklet. For one who can cook well, you could also earn money from giving cooking lessons. 

  If you enjoy computer programming, earn money by writing computer programmes and selling them through shareware groups. Or you can mail the order to computer owners. Some products and services do better through mail order. Selling through mail order is simple. All you need to do is write a simple advertisement and have it typeset. 

  If you enjoy writing, you can do freelance writing at home. Take on writing projects for a fee and submit them by e-mail. Book and magazine publishers are only too happy to give you writing jobs. 

  For those thinking of making your hobby earn some money, invest a few hours a week by attending meetings that sponsor small businesses in your area. At these meetings, you obtain a lot of free and valuable information from people who have been in business. From them, you learn useful tips that will be extremely valuable to you. You may use these tips when you start setting up your hobby-based business. 

  There are many other ways we can make our hobby earn some income. If you can do so, you are one of the lucky ones. Just imagine, you enjoy a hobby and earn some money too!