Key answer for Internal test 1 technical english

PARK COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

HS 8251 TECHNICAL ENGLISH

·         INTERNAL TEST 1

KEY ANSWER

PART A

1. Write definition for the following:

a) Operating system:

An operating system is the primary software that manages all the hardware and other software on a computer.                    (Or)

An operating system is low-level software that supports a computer’s basic functions, such as scheduling tasks and controlling peripherals.        (Or)

An operating system is software that manages computer hardware and software resources and provides common services for computer programmes

b) I pod:

An I- pod is a portable MP 3 player that can play music downloaded from the internet. (Or)

            An I-pod is a portable music player. (Or)

An I-pod a small portable digital audio player capable of storing thousands of tracks downloaded from the internet or transferred from a CD                   (OR)

An I-pod is a portable electronic device, which allows users to upload and play music.

2. Write purpose statement for the following:

a) Social media

            The purpose of social media is to connect people socially on the internet.    (OR)

The purpose of social media is to communicate with other people and promote business. (Or)

            The purpose of social media is to share information and ideas in a variety of ways.(or)

            The purpose of social media is to create and share contact.

b) Laser technology:

The purpose of laser technology is to use it for many applications, including surgery and weaponry.

3. Write extended definition:

a) library:

A library is a room/building where books are kept. It is a store house of books. It is pa temple of learning. It is a place for acquiring knowledge. It provides various sources of information for reading in its premises as well as borrowing for home. The collection of library includes books, manuscripts, magazines, periodicals, and various other forms.  Wide range of books are stored in a library and well organized in bookshelves. Library is an important part of every educational institution.

b) Browser:

A browser is an application programme that provides a way to look at and interact with all the information on the World Wide Web. It is a short form for web browser. A browser is used primarily for displaying and accessing web-sites on the internet. It is a client programme that uses HTTP (Hyper Text Transfer Protocol) to make request of web servers throughout the internet on behalf of the browser user. It is a software programme that allows the user to locate access and display web pages.

4. Match:

a) profuse                                in large amount

b) communication                   transmittable

c) archeology                           study of the past                    

d) offering                               something that is given to God

5. Make compound nouns for the following expressions:

a) transport on road                 road transport

b) bill for electricity                electricity bill

6. Fill in the blanks with correct verb form:

a) A pack of cards is missing

b) Some of the music were boring

7. Write compound words with the given combination:

a) verb+ noun:             show room      play ground     bath room        playboy           post man         

b) noun+ gerund:        air conditioning           book binding               bird watching  horse riding

8. Make sentences expressing purpose using the hints given below:

a) Lactometer- measure the purity of milk

The purpose of lactometer is to measure the purity of milk.(or)

A lactometer is used to measure the purity of milk.

b) clock                       show the time of the day

The purpose of a clock is to show the time of the day.( or)

A clock is used to show the time of the day.

9. Choose the most suitable word in the given context:

a) He is fond of cracking jokes

b) I saw a flock of sheep in the field

10. Expand the nominal compounds:

a) chain reaction          A  reaction in a chain

b)computer network    A network of computer

PART B

11. Write a set of eight instructions for washing clothes manually

Instructions on how to wash the clothes manually

1. Take a bucket of water.

2. Add required amount of detergent.

3. Mix the detergent and water well.

4. Put the dirty (soiled) clothes in it soak them in it for an hour or two.

5. Scrub (rub hard with a brush and water) the clothes.

6. Take out the clothes and rinse them in clean water.

7. Wring (squeeze and twist to force liquid from) out water and put them in the sun to dry.

8. Collect the clothes safely after they are being dried.

12. Prepare a checklist for conducting sports day in your college.

A checklist for conducting sports day in my college.

		YES	NO
01.	Have I checked the marking of the ground for all the sports events?	√
02	Is the stage for inauguration and prize distribution  ready?	√
03	Have I sent a circular to all the students informing them of the sports day?	√
04	Have I fixed the chief guest for inauguration and prize distribution?	√
05	Do I have enough members to act as referees, umpires and judges and volunteers?	√
06	Have I arranged for first-aid kit accessible at the venue?	√
07	Have I arranged for the availability of drinking water at the  venue?	√
08	Are the prizes for the winners, mementoes for the chief guest ready?	√
09	Have I printed the required number of certificates?	√
10	Have nominated persons to write the certificates for prize winners?	√
11	Have I made arrangements for the public address system?	√
12	Have I made arrangements for refreshment for the chief guest and volunteers?	√
13	Have I made arrangements for replacing the chairs and dismantling the stage?	√

13. Assume that you are the chairman of the students’ council in your college. You have received a copy of the Anti-Ragging act from your principal. Write a set of eight recommendations to your fellow mates not to indulge in Ragging.

A set of eight recommendations to my fellow mates not to indulge in Ragging.

1. You should treat your juniors as your friends.

2. You are advised to give due respect to your juniors.

3. You should remember that ragging in any form is a criminal offence.

4. You should mingle with juniors freely without showing any reservation.

5. It is advisable not to tease any one in your college.

6. You should not force anyone to do your personal work.

7. You have no right to inflict any punishment upon your juniors.

8. You should not use any offensive words against others.

9. You should not mentally or physically torture anybody

10. You should not hesitate to inform the authorities if you come across any incident of ragging.