The Secondary School Certificate (SSC) Examination in Bangladesh is a public examination conducted by the Boards of Intermediate and Secondary Education under the Ministry of Education. It is a crucial exam for students completing their secondary education, typically taken at the end of the 10th grade. Passing the SSC exam is a prerequisite for higher secondary education (HSC) and further studies.
SSC Exam Structure
The SSC exam in Bangladesh covers various subjects depending on the student’s selected group: Science, Arts, or Commerce. The examination is typically held in the following subjects:
Compulsory Subjects**: Bengali, English, Mathematics, Bangladesh and Global Studies, Information and Communication Technology (ICT), Religious Studies (Islam, Hinduism, Buddhism, or Christianity).
★Group-specific Subjects:
Science**:
Physics, Chemistry, Biology/Higher Mathematics.
Arts**:
History, Geography, Economics.
Commerce**:
Accounting, Business Entrepreneurship, Finance and Banking.
★ SSC Notes
Below are sample notes for some key subjects to help students prepare for the SSC exam.
★ Bengali (বাংলা)
Topics**: Prose, Poetry, Grammar, Essay writing, Letter/Application writing.
Sample Note**:
Grammar**: সন্ধি (Sandhi) - The rules of combining two sounds in Bengali.
Example**: প্র+অতি = প্রত্যতি (proti+ati = protyati)
★ English
Topics**:
Comprehension, Grammar, Writing (Essay, Letter, Application), Vocabulary.
Sample Note**:
Grammar**: Subject-Verb Agreement - The verb must agree with the subject in number and person.
Example**: The books on the shelf **is/are** interesting. (Correct: are, because 'books' is plural).
★ Mathematics (গণিত)
Topics**: Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Arithmetic.
Sample Note**:
Algebra**: Quadratic Equations - A quadratic equation is of the form
(ax^2 + bx + c = 0
- **Example**:
Solve : x^2 - 5x + 6 = 0
( x = 2 ) or \( x = 3 ).
★ Science Subjects
1. **Physics (পদার্থবিজ্ঞান)**:
Topics**: Mechanics, Waves, Thermodynamics, Electricity, Magnetism, Modern Physics.
-Sample Note:
Newton's First Law: An object will remain at rest or in uniform motion unless acted upon by an external force.
Example: A ball on the ground stays at rest until kicked.
2. Chemistry (রসায়ন):
Topics**: Atomic structure, Chemical bonding, States of matter, Chemical reactions, Acids, bases, and salts.
Sample Note :
Periodic Table : Understand the arrangement of elements based on atomic number.
Example: Group 1 elements (alkali metals) are highly reactive.
3. Biology (জীববিজ্ঞান)**:
Topics**: Cell biology, Genetics, Human physiology, Plant physiology, Ecology.
Sample Note**:
Cell Theory**: All living things are composed of cells, and all cells come from pre-existing cells.
Example**: The human body is made up of trillions of cells.
4. **Higher Mathematics (উচ্চতর গণিত)**:
Topics**: Advanced algebra, Calculus, Coordinate geometry, Probability.
Sample Note**:
Calculus**: Differentiation and integration are fundamental concepts.
Example**: \( \frac{d}{dx} (x^2) = 2x \).
★ Bangladesh and Global Studies (বাংলাদেশ ও বিশ্বপরিচয়)
Topics**: History, Geography, Civics, Economics.
Sample Note**:
History**: The Liberation War of Bangladesh in 1971.
Example**: The war began on 26th March 1971 and concluded with the victory on 16th December 1971.
★ ICT (তথ্য ও যোগাযোগ প্রযুক্তি)
- **Topics**: Basics of computer, Networking, Software, Hardware, Internet.
★ Simple Note:
Basics of Computer: Understanding of input and output devices.
Example: A keyboard is an input device, and a monitor is an output device.
Preparation Tips
1. Create a Study Schedule: Allocate time daily for each subject.
2.Practice Past Paper: Helps understand the exam pattern and frequently asked questions.
3. Take Mock Tests: Builds speed and accuracy.
4. Revise Regularly: Keeps concepts fresh and aids long-term retention.
5. Stay Updated: Regularly review textbooks and supplementary materials.
Effective preparation for the SSC exams requires diligence, consistency, and a well-structured study plan incorporating comprehensive notes and regular practice.