What is ‘expository writing’? Describe, with examples, the techniques used to write expository texts.

“While writing, we need to develop the skill of analysing as well as synthesizing.” Explain.

Explain the terms ‘paraphrase’, ‘precis’ and ‘summary’ and show how they differ from each other.

The Cornell note-taking method.

Strategies for achieving coherence and cohesion in a paragraph.

What are ‘homonyms’ and ‘homophones’? Give two examples of each.

Critical thinking strategies for good writing skills.

You are planning to appear for an interview for the position of Research Assistant in a reputed institution. Write out ten questions you expect to be asked and your answers to these questions.

“Coping with ‘Climate Change’: issues and challenges.”

(Refer Unit 14.7 to write the answer)

Prepare a short CV (Curriculum Vitae) clearly mentioning your career history, skills, achievements and any other details.

You are interested in applying for the position of Customer Service Manager in a company in your town /city. Write an application for this position, showing how you are suitable for the job.

The importance of cultural awareness in a multicultural workplace.

The three stages of a presentation

Characteristics of work ethics.

Types of customers.

Organising a portfolio.

1. They cut down many trees to construct the office. (change into passive voice).

2. The (type) _________ letters are ready for dispatch. (use the correct form of the word in brackets).

3. We’ve got a machine ___________ (who, whom, that) prints in colour. (use the correct word from those given in brackets).

4. We drew a short-list of candidates ______________ (Who, whom, which, whose, to whom) CVs were very good. (use the correct word from those given in brackets).

5. It is up to you ________ make the decision (fill in the blank with the correct preposition).

Potential

Catastrophe

Solidarity