(SEM I) THEORY EXAMINATION 2021-22 SOFT SKILL I

This is the official B.Tech 1st Semester Question Paper for Soft Skill I (Subject Code: KNC101) from the AKTU Theory Examination 2021–22. It consists of the complete 3-hour, 100-mark exam paper divided into Section A, Section B, and Section C, covering all essential concepts of communication, grammar, interpersonal skills, teamwork, leadership, persuasion, and professional English usage.

Soft Skill I is one of the most important subjects for first-year engineering students because it helps build strong communication skills, personality development, confidence, and workplace readiness. This question paper is extremely valuable for practice, revision, internal tests, and understanding the AKTU exam pattern.

Detailed Breakdown of the Question Paper

SECTION A – Very Short Answer Questions (20 Marks)

This section contains 10 questions of 2 marks each, designed to test basic definitions, grammar, and communication concepts. Topics include:

Definition of adjective

Meaning of proxemics and kinesics

Interpersonal communication

Objectives of interjecting

Speed reading

Time management

Coherence in discussion

Passive voice conversions

Definition of attitude

These quick questions help students score easy marks and revise essential terms.

SECTION B – Short Answer Questions (30 Marks)

Students must attempt any 3 out of 5 questions. This section involves medium-length explanations, grammar exercises, and conceptual understanding. Topics include:

Steps of persuasion

Paralinguistic features of voice dynamics

Grammar exercises (fill in the blanks, question tags, adverbs, pronouns, hyphens)

Qualities of a leader

Difference between Group Discussion and Debate

This section strengthens grammar, communication techniques, and leadership understanding.

SECTION C – Long Answer / Essay-Type Questions (40 Marks)

Students must attempt one part from each question, focusing on detailed explanations, real-life applications, and communication skills. Topics include:

Question 3 – Interpersonal Skills & Presentation

Emotional Intelligence

Attitude

Responsibility

Empathy

Listening skills
OR

Presentation definition & various methods

Question 4 – Teamwork & Grammar

Stages of team development
OR

Prefix/suffix, indirect speech, parts of speech, tense, punctuation, passive voice, synonyms/antonyms

Question 5 – Communication Skills & Interview

Why communication skills never become obsolete
OR

Interview types, objectives, and explanation

Question 6 – Attitude & Public Speaking

Attitude, beliefs, values, behavior in persuasion
OR

Importance of confidence, clarity, fluency in public speaking

Question 7 – Grammar & Negotiation

Multiple grammar corrections (synonym/antonym, articles, punctuation, tenses, sentence correction)
OR

Definition and approaches of negotiation

These high-mark questions help students practice expressive writing and gain strong conceptual clarity.

 Why This Question Paper Is Important for Students

This question paper helps students:

Understand the actual AKTU question pattern for Soft Skill I

Practice grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and communication questions

Improve interview skills, presentation skills, and interpersonal communication

Prepare for real-world communication situations

Strengthen grammar-based scoring questions

Revise the full syllabus quickly before exams

It is ideal for B.Tech 1st-year students who want to score high in Soft Skills and develop strong professional English abilities.