B.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION, NOVEMBER 2017
Optometry
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
(2016 onwards)
Time 3 Hours Maximum 75 Marks
Part A (10 x 2 20)
Answer all questions.
1. Define Communication.
2. Name the kinds of verbal and non-verbal
Communication.
3. What is meant by Phrasal Verb?
4. Differentiate homonyms and homophones.
5. List out some common mistakes in English Usage.
6. Cite some examples for misplaced words.
7. Explain Intonation.
8. What do you mean by stress?
9. Name the types of reading.
10. What are the characteristics of good handwriting?
Sub. Code
31
CP-7934
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Ws 4
Part B x 5 25)
Answer all questions.
11. Write a short note on the ways of challenging the
barriers of communication.
Or
Explain the types of communication.
12. Define unnecessary words with examples.
Or
Write a brief note on verbs often confused.
13. What is a Relative Clause? Explain.
Or
Define Transformation of Sentences with
Examples.
14. Explain sounds.
Or
Define intonation and its types.
15. Importance of communication- explain.
Or
Define SQ3R.
Part C 10 30)
Answer all questions.
16. Write essay on barriers to Communication.
Or
Detail how vowels and consonants are important.
CP-7934
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Ws 4
17. Elaborate Active and Passive Voice.
Or
Write an essay on confused words with examples.
18. Primary and Secondary Stress- Discuss.
Or
Discuss in detail the Mechanics of Writing.
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