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ll Semester B.C.A. Examination, July/August 2023
Ability Enhancement Compulsory Course (AECC)
L2- GENERIC ENGLISH (NEP 2020)
(2021 - 22 Batch Onwards)
Time : 2 Hours Max. Marks : 60

UNIT - I

l. Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow.

Meditation has been practised for thousands of years. Meditation originally

was meant to help deep understanding of the sacred and mystical forces
of tife. These days, meditation is commonly used for relaxation and stress
reduction. Meditation is considered a type of mind-body complementary
medicine. Meditation can produce a deep state of relaxation and a tranquil
mind. During meditation, you focus your attention and eliminate the stream of
jumbled thoughts that may be crowding your mind and causing stress. This
process may result in enhanced physical and emotional well-being. Meditation
can give you a sense of calm, peace and balance that can benefit both your
emotional well-being and your overall health. You can also use it to relax and
cope with stress by refocusing your attention on something calming. Meditation
can help you learn to stay centered and keep inner peace. These benefits
don't end when your meditation session ends. Meditation can help you carry
on more calmly through your day. Meditation may help you manage symptoms
of certain medical conditions. When you meditate, you may clear away the
information overload that builds up every day and contributes to your stress.
Meditation might also be useful if you have a medical condition, especially one
that may be worsened by stress. While a growing body of scientific research
supports the health benefits of meditation, some researchers believe it's not
yet possible to draw conclusions about the possible benefits of meditation.
1) Suggest a suitable title for the passage.
2) Choose the right synonym from the passage for the underlined word in the
sentence.
Can you work under plessue ?
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ll. Do as directed.
1) Fill in the blank with the appropriate antonym of the word underlined. 1

lmbalance in nature is caused by cutting trees.

2) a) Fill in the blank with correct homophone from the options given in
brackets : 1

She has not visited me for . (years/ears)

b) Fill in the blanks in the following sentences with a single homonym : 1

i) He help the needy as he has resources to do so.

ii) They supplied fresh sweet lime juice brought in a

3) Fill in the blanks by modifying the words given in the brackets by adding a
suitable prefix or suffix. (2x1=2)

a) Do not him with work. (load)

b) After a day's hectic work, one needs _. (relax)

4) i) Match the word in Column A with the right collocation given in Column B. 1

Column A Column B
Peace adviser
lover
speaker

ii) Fill in the blank with the right alternative given in brackets.
Will you help me with _ money ? (some/sum)

lll. Read the passage on page 1 and pick two words that are related to the central
theme of the passage.

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b)
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UNIT _ II

lV. Do as directed.

1) Rewrite the following sentences in reported speech. (3x1=$)

a) He said, "l live in Bombay".

b) She asked me, "What is your name ?"

c) The old man said, "Please helP me".

2) Write a dialogue in ten to twelve sentences choosing any one of the

situations given below. (1x3=3)

a) Rajan and Shivan are making plans for the weekend.

b) Two classmates discussing their favourite movies.
3) Read the following passage and write a summary that is one-third of the
original passage. Ensure that the main points of the passage are covered
in the summary. (1x3=3)

A person with good manners shows respect towards feelings and sentiments of
others living in the surroundings. He/she never differentiates people and shows
equal regard to everyone. Modesty, humbleness, kindness and courtesy are
the essential traits of a well-behaving person. Hence, a well-behaved person
never feels proud or arrogant and always take care of the feelings of others.
Practising good manners and following them all through the day will definitely
bring sunshine and add qualities to life.
These good manners are necessary for all. Some good manners which we
can practise in our daily life are we must learn the habit of sharing things.
We should be helpful, polite and humble to others in every possible way.
We must use the words 'sorry', 'please', 'thank You', 'excuse me' as and
when required. We must behave in a good way with humble respect to our
teachers, parents, elders and senior citizens. We should always maintain
cleanliness at home, school and all other public places. We should not use
any offensive or abusive language to others at home or any other place.
Good manners creates an effective interaction with friends as well as makes
a good impression on a public platform. lt helps us to be positive throughout
the day. Therefore, parents must help their kids to inculcate all possible good
manners in their habit. (223 words)
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4) Write a speech in about 60 words on any one of the topics/situations given

below. (1x3=3)
a) Your college is celebrating lnternational Women's Day and you have
been asked to welcome the gathering at the event.
b) An !T professional is the Chief Guest for the lT Fest of your college.
Introduce him/her to the audience.
c) lmagine that you are a doctor and are enlightening the students on
health and hygiene.
5) Write an essay in about 200 words on any one of the following topics using
the hints given below the topic to develop the essay. (1x8-8)
a) The kinds of books you like to read.
(The genre you like - why ? - who introduced it to you - the first titles
you read in the genre - the other titles that have interested you - your
favourite authors in the genre - the titles you look fonruard to reading).
b) lmportance of Education.
(Role of education in an individual's life - how does creativity get enhanced
with education ? - empowerment by education - areas where education
is needed - role of education in the society).

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V. Answer any one of the following in about 200 words. (1x10=10)
1) Write an analysis of the poem, "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening".
2) How does the poet want to make'love fruitful in service' in the poem,
Song 36 from Gitanjali ?
3) What is the significance of memory in the poem 'The Punishment in
Kindergarten'?
Vl. Answer any one of the following in about 200 words. (1x10=10)
1) What are the reasons that led Gandhi to choose voluntary poverty ?
2) Write an analytical study of the character Rosemary in 'A Cup of Tea'.
3) Explain the guiding principles of Subroto Bagchi's life which he shares
with young professionals in 'Go Kiss the World'.
Vll. Answer any two of the following in about 100 words each. (2x5=10)
1) According to 'Knowledge and Wisdom', why is wisdom necessary in
education ?
2) Explain the significance of the last words uttered by Subroto Bagchi's
mother in 'Go Kiss the World'.
3) ln what way is Rosemary different from other people in 'A Cup ol Tea' ?
a) Why did Gandhiji decide on voluntary poverty ?