Model Examination HS2111- Technical English I Class: I B. E. / B. Tech. Max.

Marks: 100 Answer ALL the questions

6. Expand the following Compound Nouns a. Concrete structure c. Computer diagnosis d. Nickel alloy b. Power cable

Time: 3 Hours Date: 19.12.2012

Part - A

(10 X 2 = 20)

1. Match the following A B a) Migrate (i) continue to have or hold b) Venture c) Retain d) Remedial (ii) intended to provide cure (iii) move from one place to another (iv) undertaking in which there is risk

7. Fill in the blanks with appropriate forms of words Verb Noun Adjective 1. Reflect 2. communication 3. Intensify 4. expressive 8. Fill in the blanks with the comparative forms of the adjectives given in brackets: a) A fan is / cheap / an air conditioner. b) Nano technology is / popular / any other technology today. c) Nothing is / difficult / concentrating on a subject we dont like. d) Laptops are / convenient / desktop computers. 9. Complete the following if clauses: a) If the power supply had been restored, __________ b) If passengers travel on foot boards, ______________ 10. Fill in the blanks with the correct tense form of the verbs given in brackets Accidents always _______ (happen) at a point of time and space. Given the fatalities, it _________ (work out) to 0.00328 % of the total road user kilometers everyday along these stretches of highways. A small number

2. Change into impersonal passive a. The government of India gives awards to outstanding scientists. b. All sections of people discuss climate change today. 3. Add suitable prefixes to the following to form their opposites: a. locate b. function c. fortune d. relevant

4. Write definitions of any TWO of the following words. a. transformer b. scientist c. thermometer d. calculator

5. Check the spelling, grammar and punctuation errors: the atmosphere make life possible on planet earth because of its three very important function; it contains life giving oxigen; it keeps earth warmth; and it absorbs the dead ultraviolet rays from the suns radiasion

really, but a massive loss if you _________ (think) of the lifetime earning potential of those who _______ (die) in these mishaps.

Part B (5 X 16 = 80) 11. Read the following passage care fully and answer the questions given at the end of it: The 20th century has witnessed a great scientific revolution. Its magnitude is very much greater than the Industrial Revolution or the biological revolution witnessed up to the end of the 19th century. In the fields of physical and natural sciences, and engineering and technology there have been tremendous developments in the 20th century. In the 20th century, great strides have taken place in the fields of atomic and space research. The old theory of indivisibility of atom was exploded; that the atom could be split has been demonstrated. This had led to great developments. On the other hand, there has the making of atomic energy in automobiles. Space research has developed in leaps and bounds. The moon has been brought nearest to the earth. Rockets and space crafts have been launched into the space in an effort to get data about the other solar planets. Speculations are on for building interstellar space crafts. There has been significant development in the fields of communication and electronics. Wireless and satellite communication system have brought societies and nations very close. Within an instant the message could reach across thousands of miles. The electronics media has become a boon to the society from the points of view of education and entertainment. The progress in the field of chemistry has resulted in proliferation of all kinds of industries. Especially of use to the human society is the contribution of chemistry to agriculture. The production of fertilizers and pesticides has the way for more production of food items. The subject of metallurgy has become a major developing science. Further, the most significant developments of this field is

that it has become interdisciplinary in nature. The application of chemistry in the medical and biological study is noteworthy. Similarly, rapid development has been noticed in natural sciences also. Besides the new methods of producing and using fertilizers and pesticides, new scientific methods of raising and managing crops have come up. The development in genetic research has grown so much that new insights have been obtained in the study of various systems in the living organisms. More and more increased by products for consumption have come into existence. Genetic engineering is now at the threshold of bringing another significant revolution in lifestyle. The study of plants and animals in relation to the environment is developing into another major useful science. The great development in engineering and technology has resulted in the invention of numerous machines that make life easy for human beings. Revolution in the transport system, especially the introduction of the supersonic aviation has made the world a global village. Besides the household gadgets, the robots are being introduced not only for domestic purposes, but also for industrial purposes. That is, more efficient work at the least possible time is now being promised. The introduction of computing machine has revolutionized all aspects of life. From the medical to the academic world, the computers have become the most reliable factor in the diagnosis and interpretation of diseases and problems. All the great developments in the physical sciences, natural sciences and engineering and technology have contributed to a comfortable Life. Efficiency in work is almost ensured. achieved. Saving of human energy from drudgery has been In short, a magnificent revolution has taken place in human life

because of scientific development in the 20th century.

A. Choose the best answer: (5 X 1 = 5) st i) The word this in the 1 paragraph refers to 1. Newtons theory 2. the theory that atom cannot be split 3. the fact that atom can be split 4. atomic research ii) The progress in the field of chemistry has helped in 1. the development of many types of industries. 2. the progress of space research 3. the innovation in communication field 4. the increase of computers iii) The introduction of the supersonic aviation has made 1. life easier for every one 2. our world a bigger one 3. our world a smaller one 4. our world a healthy one iv) The word this in the third paragraph refers to 1. the field of natural science 2. the field of electronics 3. the field of metallurgy 4. the field of genetic engineering v) The developments in genetic research have provided 1. new dimensions in the study of living organisms 2. new outlook to science 3. new names to living organisms 4. new life to living organisms B. State whether the following statements are true or false: (6 X 1 = 6) i) Industrial Revolution took place in the 20th century. ii) Rockets and space-crafts have been used for travel. iii) Societies have become closer because of wireless and Satellite Communication System. iv) Science has become interdisciplinary in nature.

v) Genetic engineering can never bring another revolution in life style. vi) Medical diagnosis has become more reliable because of computer. C. Choose the most appropriate synonym which conveys the meaning of the word from the context: (5 X 1 = 5) i) magnitude 1. importance 2. size 3. quality 4. development ii) constructive 1. construction 3. critical iii) proliferation 1. development 3. increase in number iv) threshold 1. beaten track 3. building v) promised 1. assured 3. spoken

2. useful 4. simple

2. production 4. doubling of number

2. doorway 4. starting point

2. given 4. Taken

12. a) Write a set of eight safety instructions to be followed while using welding equipment.
OR

12. b) Write a set of eight instructions to be followed to reduce pollution.

13. a) Write a paragraph describing your computer practice laboratory. OR 13. b) Write a paragraph describing how you managed to overcome the difficulties you faced when you joined the college.

7) Generally their expression of thoughts and feelings has been in the form of oral speech. 8) Nonetheless verbalization is the most common form of communication. OR 15. b) Rearrange the jumbled sentences in the coherent order.

14. a) Write a letter to the editor of Deccan Chronicle highlighting the lack of basic amenities, equipment, medicines and hygiene in the Government Hospital in your place. OR 14. b) You have planned to visit an Industry related to your field of study. As the Coordinator of the proposed Industrial Visit, write a letter to the General Manager seeking permission for your visit.

1) Engineering is the use of scientific principles to achieve a planned result. 2) The distinction between science, engineering and technology are not always clear. 3) Generally, science is the reasoned investigation or study of nature, aimed at discovering enduring relationships (principles) among elements of the (phenomenal) world. 4) In this sense, scientists and engineers may both be considered.

15. a) Rearrange the jumbled sentences in the coherent order. 1) When there is a language barrier, communication is accomplished through sign language. 2) Body language transmits ideas and thoughts by certain actions. 3) Many of these symbols of whole words are very picturesque and exact and can be used internationally. 4) Ever since humans have inhabited the earth, they have made use of various forms of communication. 5) Other forms of nonlinguistic language can be found in Braille, signal flags, Morse code and smoke signals. 6) A nod signifies approval while shaking the head indicates a negative reaction.

5) This knowledge may then be used by engineers to create artifacts, such as semiconductors, computer, and other forms of advanced technology. 6) However, technology broadly involves the use and the application of knowledge (e.g. scientific, engineering, mathematical, linguistic and historical), both formally and informally, to achieve some practical results. 7) It generally employs formal techniques, i.e. some set of established rules of procedure, such as the scientific method. 8) For example, science might study the flow of electrons in electrical conductors.