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These multiple-choice questions (MCQs) are designed to enhance your knowledge and understanding in the following areas: Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) , Bachelor of Commerce (B Com) , Bachelor of Arts in English (BA English) .
| 351. |
–s / ‐es is pronounced ……….. if the singular noun ends in /s/, /z/, /t/, /dʒ/, / ʃ /, / ʒ / |
| A. | / ɪs / |
| B. | / s / |
| C. | / ɪz / |
| D. | / z / |
| Answer» C. / ɪz / | |
| 352. |
If the base verb ends in voiceless sounds –d / ‐ed is pronounced ………. |
| A. | / t / |
| B. | / ө / |
| C. | / d / |
| D. | / ∂ / |
| Answer» A. / t / | |
| 353. |
If the base verb ends in /t/ and /d/ ‐d / ‐ed is pronounced ……….. |
| A. | / ɪt / |
| B. | / d / |
| C. | / ɪd / |
| D. | / t / |
| Answer» C. / ɪd / | |
| 354. |
Which one of the given below transcriptions is correct for the word ‘enjoyed’ |
| A. | / endʒɔɪd / |
| B. | / ɪndʒɔɪt / |
| C. | / ɪndʒɔɪd / |
| D. | / enjɔɪd / |
| Answer» C. / ɪndʒɔɪd / | |
| 355. |
Which one of the given below transcription is correct for the word ‘leaped’ |
| A. | / Iepd / |
| B. | / li:pɪd / |
| C. | / li:pd / |
| D. | / li:pt / |
| Answer» D. / li:pt / | |
| 356. |
The way English is spoken in one region of Britain ………. Slightly and sometimes greatly from the way it is spoken in another region of the country. |
| A. | Same |
| B. | Varies |
| C. | Resembles |
| D. | Identifies |
| Answer» B. Varies | |
| 357. |
In large number of words, when British English uses the /a:/ sound, American English uses the ……… sound |
| A. | / æ / |
| B. | / a: / |
| C. | / Λ / |
| D. | / ʒ: / |
| Answer» A. / æ / | |
| 358. |
What is the British English pronunciation for the word ‘dance’? |
| A. | / dæns / |
| B. | / dʌns / |
| C. | / da:ns / |
| D. | / da:ns / |
| Answer» D. / da:ns / | |
| 359. |
How will you pronounce the word ‘rocket’ in American English? |
| A. | / ra:ket / |
| B. | / ra:kɪt / |
| C. | / rɔ:kɪt / |
| D. | / rɔɔkɪt / |
| Answer» B. / ra:kɪt / | |
| 360. |
How is the word ‘news’ pronounced in American English? |
| A. | / nju:k / |
| B. | / nu:z / |
| C. | / nju:s / |
| D. | / njʊz / |
| Answer» B. / nu:z / | |
| 361. |
What is the correct pronunciation of the word ‘filling’? |
| A. | / fɪllɪŋ / |
| B. | / fi:llɪŋ / |
| C. | / fɪllɪng / |
| D. | / fɪlɪŋ / |
| Answer» D. / fɪlɪŋ / | |
| 362. |
For a speaker who speaks the regional variety of English, there is always the influence of the ……….. |
| A. | Mother tongue |
| B. | American English |
| C. | Standard English |
| D. | British English |
| Answer» A. Mother tongue | |
| 363. |
How is the word ‘buds’ pronounced? |
| A. | / bʊds / |
| B. | / bʌds / |
| C. | / bads / |
| D. | / bʌdz / |
| Answer» B. / bʌds / | |
| 364. |
Mark the stress for the word ‘admit’ |
| A. | I |
| B. | AdmiI |
| C. | AdI |
| D. | AI |
| Answer» C. AdI | |
| 365. |
Various changes in pitch or intonation is called ………. |
| A. | Stress |
| B. | Voice modulation |
| C. | Rhythm |
| D. | Rising intonation |
| Answer» B. Voice modulation | |
| 366. |
Communication is the exchange of ………….. |
| A. | Money |
| B. | Information |
| C. | Goods |
| D. | Voice |
| Answer» B. Information | |
| 367. |
Which one of the following does not belong to the chain of communication? |
| A. | Telephone |
| B. | Receiver |
| C. | Message |
| D. | Sender |
| Answer» A. Telephone | |
| 368. |
Effective communication does not involves: |
| A. | Understanding the message being communicated |
| B. | Using appropriate dress that suits the situation |
| C. | Responding appropriately |
| D. | Using appropriate voice and body language |
| Answer» B. Using appropriate dress that suits the situation | |
| 369. |
Pick the most appropriate usage to the following situation You were absent for two days and you want the notebook of one of your friends. |
| A. | Give me your notebook |
| B. | Give me your book otherwise I will beat you |
| C. | You can write later |
| D. | Could you please lend me your notebook? |
| Answer» D. Could you please lend me your notebook? | |
| 370. |
The written form of this dialogue – ‘Once you are done with your degree, you can apply’ |
| A. | If your degree is over, then apply |
| B. | You can apply on the completion of your final year exams. |
| C. | Apply after taking degree |
| D. | Complete your degree and then apply |
| Answer» B. You can apply on the completion of your final year exams. | |
| 371. |
Which one of the following is not a reason for gaps in communication? |
| A. | Incorrect sentence |
| B. | Inappropriate use of language |
| C. | Ability to hear |
| D. | Non‐standard accents |
| Answer» C. Ability to hear | |
| 372. |
Which one would be your appropriate response when your neighbour is playing music at a high volume, while you are studying for your exams? |
| A. | Listen to music later |
| B. | Could you please turn down the volume a little? |
| C. | I can’t study for my exams |
| D. | Don’t play music now |
| Answer» B. Could you please turn down the volume a little? | |
| 373. |
Your lecturer has given you an assignment. You have forgotten to bring your completed assignment sheets to college. What would be your appropriate response? |
| A. | I’ll give my assignment tomorrow |
| B. | I can’t give you my assignment today. I don’t have it |
| C. | I left behind my completed assignment at home. Could I submit it tomorrow? |
| D. | I haven’t brought my assignment today. |
| Answer» C. I left behind my completed assignment at home. Could I submit it tomorrow? | |
| 374. |
Which of the following is an informal / friendly greetings |
| A. | Good morning |
| B. | Hi! |
| C. | Pleased to meet you |
| D. | Well done |
| Answer» B. Hi! | |
| 375. |
The most common expression for making request is ……… |
| A. | Sorry |
| B. | Of course |
| C. | Please |
| D. | Certainly |
| Answer» C. Please | |
| 376. |
Which one of the following is not a request? |
| A. | Can you shut the window? |
| B. | Do you mind shutting the window? |
| C. | Shut the window |
| D. | Could you shut the window? |
| Answer» C. Shut the window | |
| 377. |
Which one of the following is not an expression used for giving permission? |
| A. | OK |
| B. | Sure, go ahead |
| C. | Sorry |
| D. | Yes, I guess so |
| Answer» C. Sorry | |
| 378. |
It is useful to explain the ………. Before asking permission |
| A. | Purpose |
| B. | Expression |
| C. | Response |
| D. | Plan |
| Answer» A. Purpose | |
| 379. |
The expressions used for making requests are also used for seeking……: |
| A. | Expression |
| B. | Situation |
| C. | Purpose |
| D. | Permission |
| Answer» D. Permission | |
| 380. |
We offer help to those who……… it |
| A. | Aim |
| B. | Plan |
| C. | Expect |
| D. | Need |
| Answer» D. Need | |
| 381. |
I’m very thirsty. You may respond to it by saying |
| A. | Can I get you a drink? |
| B. | Can I get you some cold water? |
| C. | Do you want me to buy some water for you? |
| D. | All these. |
| Answer» D. All these. | |
| 382. |
Which is the expression that cannot be used for offering help? |
| A. | Can/May I help you? |
| B. | I will help you |
| C. | Do you need any help? |
| D. | Would you like me to do that for you? |
| Answer» B. I will help you | |
| 383. |
The head of a group is giving ……… to the members of the group. |
| A. | Instructions |
| B. | Suggestions |
| C. | Purpose |
| D. | Aims |
| Answer» A. Instructions | |
| 384. |
A group discussion is the communication between members of a ……….. group on a topic of common concern. |
| A. | Common |
| B. | General |
| C. | Individual |
| D. | Specific |
| Answer» D. Specific | |
| 385. |
Which is not the common purpose for holding group discussion |
| A. | To explore ideas and exchange information |
| B. | To critique proposals or new ideas |
| C. | To prepare existing policies |
| D. | To look for the best solution to a problem |
| Answer» C. To prepare existing policies | |
| 386. |
Which one is not considered to be a skill required for effective participation in group discussions |
| A. | Good communication skills |
| B. | Interpersonal skills |
| C. | Planning |
| D. | Leadership skills |
| Answer» C. Planning | |
| 387. |
For effective participation in group discussions primarily ought to be a good…………. |
| A. | Communicator |
| B. | Critic |
| C. | Listener |
| D. | Schemer |
| Answer» A. Communicator | |
| 388. |
Interpersonal skills refer to our ability to ……… with other members and carry on the conversation in a pleasant way. |
| A. | Speak |
| B. | Communicate |
| C. | Interact |
| D. | Discuss |
| Answer» C. Interact | |
| 389. |
Leadership skills are the skills to …………. |
| A. | To lead and inspire the team |
| B. | To initiate and give the discussion a sense of direction |
| C. | To summarize the discussion |
| D. | All the above statement |
| Answer» D. All the above statement | |
| 390. |
We need …… skills to solve problems |
| A. | To think creatively |
| B. | To think out of the box |
| C. | To think for innovative solutions |
| D. | All these |
| Answer» D. All these | |
| 391. |
If someone disagrees with your views or ideas, do not jump to the conclusion that he or she is your…….. |
| A. | Enemy |
| B. | Friend |
| C. | Partner |
| D. | Advisor |
| Answer» A. Enemy | |
| 392. |
Wear a …… on your face when you speak. It is an effective ice‐break. |
| A. | Scorn |
| B. | Smile |
| C. | Surprise |
| D. | Shock |
| Answer» B. Smile | |
| 393. |
A……… topic gives scope for argument and debate |
| A. | Factual |
| B. | Controversial |
| C. | Abstract |
| D. | Subjective |
| Answer» B. Controversial | |
| 394. |
Towards the end of the group discussion, it is necessary for one of the members to …….. the discussion. |
| A. | Conclude |
| B. | Introduce |
| C. | Summarize |
| D. | Criticise |
| Answer» C. Summarize | |
| 395. |
We make telephone calls for……… purpose |
| A. | Personal |
| B. | Official |
| C. | Business |
| D. | All these |
| Answer» D. All these | |
| 396. |
Which one of the following are not instructions you see at public places. |
| A. | Pull the chain to stop the train |
| B. | Break the glass in case of fire |
| C. | Turn off the lights before you leave |
| D. | None of these |
| Answer» D. None of these | |
| 397. |
If you are giving instructions, you need to do a few things. Which one of the following is right |
| A. | Ensure that you give them slowly and clearly |
| B. | Check that the listener has understood your instructions |
| C. | Offer to repeat instructions |
| D. | All these |
| Answer» D. All these | |
| 398. |
A group discussion is the communication between ………. of a specific group. |
| A. | Leaders |
| B. | Members |
| C. | Agents |
| D. | Directors |
| Answer» B. Members | |
| 399. |
A group discussion is the communication between members of a specific group on a topic of …….. interest. |
| A. | Common |
| B. | Personal |
| C. | Universal |
| D. | Particular |
| Answer» A. Common | |
| 400. |
Group discussions take place among student groups or teacher groups in…………institutions |
| A. | Business |
| B. | Academic |
| C. | Formal |
| D. | Informal |
| Answer» B. Academic | |
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