(SEM 1) THEORY EXAMINATION 2022-23 SOFT SKILLS

The question paper contains three sections: A, B and C, and students must attempt all sections. The paper can be answered in Hindi, English, or a mixed language, as per convenience.

SECTION A — Very Short Answer Questions (14 Marks)

Students must attempt all seven questions. Each question carries 2 marks.

Topics include:

Art of listening

Antonyms

TED Talk

Suffixes

Assimilation in reading

Clarity & fluency in public speaking

Stress management

SECTION B — Short Answer Questions (21 Marks)

Students must answer any three questions. Each question carries 7 marks.

Topics include:

Compound sentences, prefix–suffix, homonyms

Active listening & traits of a good listener

Reading styles: skimming & churning

Methods of speech delivery

4A’s of stress management

SECTION C — Long Answer Questions (21 Marks)

Students must answer any one question from each of the three sub-sections (Q3, Q4, Q5, Q6, Q7).
Each long question carries 7 marks.

Q3 Options:

Rewrite sentences: simple/complex/compound conversion

Homophones + synonyms

Q4 Options:

Techniques of note-taking

Meaning of pronunciation & speaking style

Q5 Options:

Paragraph on deductive method

Difference between agenda and minutes with example

Q6 Options:

Merits & demerits of oral communication

Role of kinesics (body language) in oral communication

Q7 Options:

Leadership & qualities of a good leader

Importance of listening and responding at workplace