ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
Level: BA/BS Semester: Autumn 2010
Maximum marks: 100
Time allowed: 3 Hours Pass marks: 40
Note: ATTEMPT ANY FIVE QUESTIONS. ALL QUESTIONS CARRY EQUAL MARKS
Q.No.1
Write an essay of 250 words. Your essay should have an introductory paragraph stating the main idea of the essay, body paragraphs and a concluding paragraph.
(1). Is science a curse? (2). A Village Fair
Q.No.2
Read the poem very carefully and give detailed answers of the questions given below.
The Leader
Patient and steady with all he must bear. Ready to meet every challenge with care, Easy in manner, yet solid as steel, Strong in his faith, refreshingly real, Isn't afraid to propose what is bold, Doesn't conform to the usual mold, Eyes that have foresight, for hindsight won't do, Never backs down when he sees what is true, Tells it all straight, and means it all too. Going forward and knowing he's right, Even when doubted for why he would fight, Over and over he makes his case clear Reaching to touch thr ones who won't hear. Growing in strength, he won't be unnerved, Ever assuring he'll stand by hi' word. Wanting the world to join his firm stand, Bracing for war, but praying for peace, Using his power so evil will cease: So much a leader and worthy of trust, Here stands a man who will do what he must. 1 What are the qualities of a leader according to the author? 2 What qualities do you believe are important for a leader to possess? 3 Is the author referring to a specific person in this poem? If you think so, do you agree that he is a true leader? 4 Name someone who you believe is or was a great leader. Give your reasons. Q.No.3
Use the context to choose for each highlighted word. Choose the best meaning or synonym from the options given after each detail. 1 Your plan looks good. I hope it will really work. It's time to implement it and see if it's as brilliant as you claim. 1 instrument 2 take spat 3 change 4 carry out 2 If your plan fails, we'll have to find someone who can devise a better one. 1 design 2 dislike 3 appliance 4 to use peanut butter as toothpaste 3 Of course, I'm not saying that your plan is no good. I tend to be optimistic, so I won't be surprised when you succeed. 1 expecting the best to happen 2 needing glasses to see 3 full of gas 4 unselfish 4 When your plan brings us great wealth, you will be rewarded for your sagacity. 1 goad lobs 2 mistakes 3 intelligence 4 huge appetite for herbs 5 No mater, what happens, I assure you that I will not forget how hard you have worked on this project. 1 dare 2 promise 3 act like a donkey 4 forget
Q No 4
Write a classification paragraph (at least 100 words) on any of the topics given below: (1). Television Shows (2). Clothing Styles
Q.No.5
Write a letter to your younger brother, giving him instructions as to how he should improve his English.
Q.No.6
Read each sentence carefully to find out whether it is fact or opinion.
1 Mr. Ahmad has two sons and one daughter. 2 Her house is really beautiful.
3 That picture is by Sadqain. 4 My friend has six fingers on one hand.
5 That boy is the nicest person in the school. 6 I will finish before the rest of the class.
7 Nine plus one equals ten. 8 Eid is celebrated every year.
9 Graham Bell was a famous inventor. 10 My favorite music is Jal.
Q.No.7
Sequence markers link the composition and show its continuity. Use connectors/sequence markers such as: first, second, before, after, finally, at last, to complete the paragraph given below:
Before becoming the prime minister............you need to become the leader of a political party.............your party must also have a majority of seats and............. you must also win a national assembly seat........... winning the national assembly seat and enjoying a majority, you must make sure you can..........call yourself the prime minister.
ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
Level: BA/BS Semester: Autumn 2011
Time allowed: 3 Hours Pass marks: 40
Note: ATTEMPT ANY FIVE QUESTIONS. ALL QUESTIONS CARRY EQUAL MARKS
Q.1
Write brief paragraphs on any two of the following topics:
1. My Favorite Author
2. Rights of Women
3. Cricket; My Favorite Game
Q. 2
Express your agreement or disagreement on the following issues. Write complete sentences.
1. All games are a waste of time.
2. My friend will help me.
3. Girls should not be given education.
4. Prices will go down this year.
5. We should not cut tree.
Q. 3
Write a. dialogue between you and your friend (of not more than 12-15 lines or 7-8 exchanges) telling him about .your preparation for the coming exams. Use present perfect tense.
Q. 4
We use tag questions (positive and negative tags) at the end of statements normally to ask for confirmation. Use the positive and negative tags for each sentence given below.
Example: Statement: She is student of AIOU.
Negative Tag: Isn't she? Positive Tags: Is she?
1. It’s a pleasant day.
2. This is not such an expressive car.
3. Jawad and Ali are students.
4. You like ice-cream
5. It was a good film.
Q.5
Write a letter to your younger brother advising him to get preparation for the forth coming exams. Remind him previous exams result, which was not good.
Q.6
Change 5 of the following Passive sentences into Active Voice.
1. The boy was bitten by the dog
2. The letter was mailed by Aslam.
3. The thief was caught by the people.
4. Experiments are carried out by scientists.
5. The students are taught.
6. Fish are eaten by cat.
Q.7
Write a descriptive essay on the personality of your friend or a family member. Your essay should consist on introduction, 2 body paragraphs and conclusion.
Q. 8
Change 5 of the following sentences from indirect to direct narration.
1. She said that she was working. i
2. I said that stores were open.
3. Tahir said that he could not come to the party.
4. My friends told me that the exams would be easy
5. He said that it didn't matter.
6. They said that they went to the movies every week.
Level: BA/BS Semester: Autumn 2010
Paper: Compulsory English - II (Code 1424)
Maximum marks: 100
Time allowed: 3 Hours Pass marks: 40
Note: ATTEMPT ANY FIVE QUESTIONS. ALL QUESTIONS CARRY EQUAL MARKS
Q.No.1
Write an essay of 250 words. Your essay should have an introductory paragraph stating the main idea of the essay, body paragraphs and a concluding paragraph.
(1). Is science a curse? (2). A Village Fair
Q.No.2
Read the poem very carefully and give detailed answers of the questions given below.
The Leader
Patient and steady with all he must bear. Ready to meet every challenge with care, Easy in manner, yet solid as steel, Strong in his faith, refreshingly real, Isn't afraid to propose what is bold, Doesn't conform to the usual mold, Eyes that have foresight, for hindsight won't do, Never backs down when he sees what is true, Tells it all straight, and means it all too. Going forward and knowing he's right, Even when doubted for why he would fight, Over and over he makes his case clear Reaching to touch thr ones who won't hear. Growing in strength, he won't be unnerved, Ever assuring he'll stand by hi' word. Wanting the world to join his firm stand, Bracing for war, but praying for peace, Using his power so evil will cease: So much a leader and worthy of trust, Here stands a man who will do what he must. 1 What are the qualities of a leader according to the author? 2 What qualities do you believe are important for a leader to possess? 3 Is the author referring to a specific person in this poem? If you think so, do you agree that he is a true leader? 4 Name someone who you believe is or was a great leader. Give your reasons. Q.No.3
Use the context to choose for each highlighted word. Choose the best meaning or synonym from the options given after each detail. 1 Your plan looks good. I hope it will really work. It's time to implement it and see if it's as brilliant as you claim. 1 instrument 2 take spat 3 change 4 carry out 2 If your plan fails, we'll have to find someone who can devise a better one. 1 design 2 dislike 3 appliance 4 to use peanut butter as toothpaste 3 Of course, I'm not saying that your plan is no good. I tend to be optimistic, so I won't be surprised when you succeed. 1 expecting the best to happen 2 needing glasses to see 3 full of gas 4 unselfish 4 When your plan brings us great wealth, you will be rewarded for your sagacity. 1 goad lobs 2 mistakes 3 intelligence 4 huge appetite for herbs 5 No mater, what happens, I assure you that I will not forget how hard you have worked on this project. 1 dare 2 promise 3 act like a donkey 4 forget
Q No 4
Write a classification paragraph (at least 100 words) on any of the topics given below: (1). Television Shows (2). Clothing Styles
Q.No.5
Write a letter to your younger brother, giving him instructions as to how he should improve his English.
Q.No.6
Read each sentence carefully to find out whether it is fact or opinion.
1 Mr. Ahmad has two sons and one daughter. 2 Her house is really beautiful.
3 That picture is by Sadqain. 4 My friend has six fingers on one hand.
5 That boy is the nicest person in the school. 6 I will finish before the rest of the class.
7 Nine plus one equals ten. 8 Eid is celebrated every year.
9 Graham Bell was a famous inventor. 10 My favorite music is Jal.
Q.No.7
Sequence markers link the composition and show its continuity. Use connectors/sequence markers such as: first, second, before, after, finally, at last, to complete the paragraph given below:
Before becoming the prime minister............you need to become the leader of a political party.............your party must also have a majority of seats and............. you must also win a national assembly seat........... winning the national assembly seat and enjoying a majority, you must make sure you can..........call yourself the prime minister.
ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY
Level: BA/BS Semester: Autumn 2011
Paper: Compulsory English - I (Code 1423)
Maximum marks: 100Time allowed: 3 Hours Pass marks: 40
Note: ATTEMPT ANY FIVE QUESTIONS. ALL QUESTIONS CARRY EQUAL MARKS
Q.1
Write brief paragraphs on any two of the following topics:
1. My Favorite Author
2. Rights of Women
3. Cricket; My Favorite Game
Q. 2
Express your agreement or disagreement on the following issues. Write complete sentences.
1. All games are a waste of time.
2. My friend will help me.
3. Girls should not be given education.
4. Prices will go down this year.
5. We should not cut tree.
Q. 3
Write a. dialogue between you and your friend (of not more than 12-15 lines or 7-8 exchanges) telling him about .your preparation for the coming exams. Use present perfect tense.
Q. 4
We use tag questions (positive and negative tags) at the end of statements normally to ask for confirmation. Use the positive and negative tags for each sentence given below.
Example: Statement: She is student of AIOU.
Negative Tag: Isn't she? Positive Tags: Is she?
1. It’s a pleasant day.
2. This is not such an expressive car.
3. Jawad and Ali are students.
4. You like ice-cream
5. It was a good film.
Q.5
Write a letter to your younger brother advising him to get preparation for the forth coming exams. Remind him previous exams result, which was not good.
Q.6
Change 5 of the following Passive sentences into Active Voice.
1. The boy was bitten by the dog
2. The letter was mailed by Aslam.
3. The thief was caught by the people.
4. Experiments are carried out by scientists.
5. The students are taught.
6. Fish are eaten by cat.
Q.7
Write a descriptive essay on the personality of your friend or a family member. Your essay should consist on introduction, 2 body paragraphs and conclusion.
Q. 8
Change 5 of the following sentences from indirect to direct narration.
1. She said that she was working. i
2. I said that stores were open.
3. Tahir said that he could not come to the party.
4. My friends told me that the exams would be easy
5. He said that it didn't matter.
6. They said that they went to the movies every week.
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