Assignment Manual for

English (3110002)

B.E. Semester 2

Directorate of Technical Education, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

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 English (3110002)

Assignment Manual prepared by

Dr. Tarun J. Patel

Assistant Professor in English
Government Engineering College, Gandhinagar

&

Dr. Vaseem G. Qureshi

Assistant Professor in English
Vishwakarma Government Engineering College, Chankheda

Branch Coordinator
Dr. Himanshu Srivastava
Assistant Professor in English
Government Engineering College, Bhavnagar

Committee Chairman
Dr. N M Bhatt
Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Lukhdhirji Engineering College, Morbi

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 Preface
The present set of questions has been prepared with the objective of enabling the
students to produce various forms of writing in English. The questions have been
framed in a way that the students are challenged to apply their critical thinking ability to
preparing their answers.

We thank the CTE and Committee members for providing us with the opportunity to
create this manual for students. Utmost care has been taken while preparing this
assignment manual however there are chances of improvement. We welcome
constructive suggestions for improvement and removal of errors if any.

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 English (3110002)
Semester - II
Syllabus
No Content CO Total
Hrs
1 Vocabulary building CO-1 06
Introduction to Word Formation Types of word formation
processes: compounding, clipping, blending, derivation, creative
respelling, coining and borrowing Acquaintance with prefixes and
suffixes Synonyms, antonyms, and standard abbreviations.
2 Phonetics CO-2 04
IPA Transcription Introduction to different accents
3 Identifying Common Errors in Writing CO-3 06
Tenses Subject-verb agreement Noun-pronoun agreement
Misplaced modifiers Articles Prepositions Modal Auxiliaries
Redundancies

4 Basic Writing Skills CO-4 04

Sentence Structures, Use of phrases and clauses in sentences
Importance of proper punctuation Creating coherence Organizing
principles of paragraphs in documents
5 Nature and Style of Writing CO-5 06
Describing, Defining, Classifying, Writing introduction and
conclusion
6 Writing Practices CO-6 06
Comprehension, Précis Writing, Letter Writing, Email etiquettes,
Abstract, Memo writing

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Outcomes (COs):

1. Use various forms of vocabulary in varied situations in oral and written communication.
2. Understand the phonetics and the transcription pattern to learn correct pronunciation.
3. Comprehend the dynamics of various rules of grammar and check its validation while
they speak and write language correctly.
4. Use grammar effectively to make themselves competent Listener, Speaker, Reader and
Writer by exposing to various set of situations.
5. Write various formal and informal documents of day to day life and professional set up.
6. Demonstrate the qualities of writing in diverse situation by using the nuances such as
conciseness, clarity, accuracy, organization, and coherence.

Index

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No Unit Page No

1. Vocabulary building 06

2. Phonetics 07

3. Identifying Common Errors in Writing 08

4. Basic Writing Skills 09

5. Nature and Style of Writing 10

6. Writing Practices
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Unit – 1

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 Vocabulary Building
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q.1 Write 10 words related to technology and use them in sentences.

E.g. Cybersecurity - “Cybersecurity is the practice of protecting systems, networks, and

programs from digital attacks.”

Q.2 Give 10 examples of ‘blending’ and ‘clipping’. Use them in sentences.

Q.3 Write 20 words with prefixes and suffixes. Use them in sentences.

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 Unit – 2
Phonetics
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q.1 Create a table comparing International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) symbols to their
corresponding English pronunciations.

Q.2 Select 50 words from the fields of science and technology and write their phonetic
transcription.

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 Unit – 3
Identifying Common Errors in Writing
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q.1 Use the given prepositions in sentences. (above, across, against, along, among,
around, at, before, behind, below, beneath, beside, between, by, down, from, in, into,
near, of, off, on, to, toward, under, upon, with, within)

Q.2 Write two meaningful sentences using the given modal auxiliary verbs. (can, could,
will, would, shall, should, may, might, must)

Q.3 Write two meaningful sentences using the given pronouns.

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 Unit – 4
Basic Writing Skills
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q. 1 Write a paragraph using all kinds of punctuation marks.​(You can refer to this short
guide for reference: essaypro.com/blog/punctuation-marks)
Try to use maximum from the following punctuation marks:
● Full stop
● Comma
● Exclamatory sign
● Colon
● Dash
● Semicolon
● Apostrophe
● Quotation marks

Q. 2 Follow these steps:

● Write a paragraph about a topic of your interest.
● Go to https://www.coursehero.com/tools/grammar-checker
● Type the paragraph you have written in the box provided.
● Accept all the corrections offered by the website.
● Write the corrected paragraph next to your original paragraph.

Q. 3 Write a 200-word paragraph using the given connecting devices. (Accordingly, also,
besides, consequently, conversely, finally, furthermore, hence, however, indeed, instead,
likewise, meanwhile, moreover, nevertheless, next, nonetheless, otherwise, similarly,
still, subsequently, then, therefore and thus.)

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 Unit – 5
Nature and Style of Writing
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q.1 Write a description of a recently introduced technological device. Mention its

specifications and usability.
Q.2 Elaborate the information given in the following table in about 100 words.

Q.3 Write an introduction for a report titled ‘Predictions 2024: Electric Vehicles’.

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 Unit – 6
Writing Practices
(Each question carries 5 marks.)

Q.1 Select a 200-word passage from a website or book and prepare its précis.

Or
Prepare a précis of the following passage.
In recent years, scientific advancements have been marked by groundbreaking
achievements across various disciplines, pushing the boundaries of human knowledge
and technological capabilities. In the realm of biotechnology, the development of
CRISPR-Cas9 gene editing technology has revolutionized genetic engineering, offering
unprecedented precision and efficiency in manipulating the DNA of organisms. This has
opened new avenues for treating genetic diseases and enhancing crop resilience.
Additionally, strides in artificial intelligence and machine learning have propelled
research in fields like drug discovery, climate modelling, and personalized medicine.
Quantum computing has seen remarkable progress, with the demonstration of quantum
supremacy by some devices, showcasing their potential to revolutionize computational
power and solve complex problems exponentially faster than classical computers. In the
fight against climate change, innovations in renewable energy technologies, carbon
capture, and sustainable practices have gained momentum, signalling a collective effort
to address environmental challenges. Furthermore, advancements in neuroscience and
brain-computer interfaces hold promise for understanding and treating neurological
disorders, while space exploration continues to expand with the discovery of exoplanets
and the development of ambitious missions to explore distant celestial bodies. These
recent scientific developments underscore the resilience of human curiosity and the
collective pursuit of knowledge to improve the human condition and unlock the
mysteries of the universe.
Q.2 Create a formal letter outlining a business proposal. Present your idea, objectives,
and the potential benefits for the recipient.
Q.3 Write a note on the do’s and don’ts of email writing. Give examples.

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