Karnatak University 2008 B.Sc Business Process Outsourcing English Basic - Question Paper

Que.I ans the subsequent ques. in a word or a phrase every : one X 10=10

1) What is the name of the 1st story published by Tolstoy?
2) Which university was founded by Tagore at Shanthiniketan?
3) What was Socrates' father?
4) When was Gandhi Shot dead?
5) Who gave the cross to Joan of Arc?
6) What did the people call Lincoln affectionately?
7) Who said, "We have burnt a saint"?
8) Who abolished the slavery system in the U.S.A.?
9) Who were telling the stories to Tagore when he was child?
10) Who is the spouse of Socrates?

Que. II ans the subsequent ques. in a sentence or two: two X 5=10

1) Why did Tolstoy become a vegetarian?
2) What oath did Socrates and others take while joining the army?
3) What was Joan's prayer to God?
4) What were the 2 interesting events that occurred in Gandhi's early days in
London?
5) How did Lincoln meet his death?

Que.III What is Gandhi's contribution to India's Freedom struggle? 10

OR

Sketch the character of Lincoln.

Que. IV Write a note on Joan of Arc as a warrior. 10

OR

define Socrates' search for Truth.

Que. V Write short notes on any 2 of the following: two X 5=10

1) Brajeshwar
2) Gandhiji's stay in London.
3) Civil war in America.
4) Tolstoy's writings

Que. VI.a) Frame ques. so as to get the underlined words as answers: 2X5=05

1) Mumbai is 1 of the metro cities in India.
2) The classes are suspended due to students' strike.
3) The President arrived at Bangalore by a special aircraft.
4) The students went to Ooty for sight-seeing.
5) Shahjahan built Taj Mahal

b) Form New words by using affixes: one X 5=05.

1.Adopt
2.Marry
3.Perfect
4.Form.
5.Place

Que. VII a) Fill in the blanks with accurate forms of verbs provided in the brackets: 1X5=05

1) The Science graduates ____________better career opportunities. (have)
2) Mohandas Gandhi __________ legal regulations in London. (study)
3) 'On the Ganga Ghat' _____ __________ by Raja Rao. (be,write)
4) Dr. C.V.Raman ____________ a famous Scientist .(to be)

5) The Prime Minister _________for China to hold talks on Border problem.(leave)

b) Imagine that you have less money to pay the exam fees. Send a telegram to your dad to send money. 05

Que. VIII Write an essay in about 200 words on any 1 of the subsequent topics: 10

1. Elections
2. Terrorism

Earning:   Approval pending.