HYDERABAD INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & MANAGEMENT (AUTONOMOUS)

Gowdavelli, -Medchal Dist. – 501 401

CONTINUOUS INTERNAL EVALUATION MID-II Exam Odd Semester : 2024-2025

Branch-
Faculty In-Charge : G.Vanaja, Bivash Mandal, S Kiranmai, Meghnath CSM &
I Yr. II Sem
C CSD

Subject Name : ESE Time : 1h

Date : 06 -07-2025 30m
Subject Code : 24BS1EG01
Q.
PART-A (2 Mark Question) Bloom’
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Module - 3
1 Rewrite the following email excerpt to make it formal and 2 1 1 10
professional. Identify at least 3 etiquette breaches:

“Hey Sir, Pls send me the certificate ASAP. I need it, like, urgently.”
2 Write the opening paragraph of a job application letter for a Data 2 1 2 10
Analyst role at a start-up. The paragraph must subtly highlight
three skills without stating them directly.
3 You have 15 minutes to prepare for a technical meeting and 2 2 2 10
another hour to read a novel. Which reading technique will you
use in each case and why? Support your answer with two
examples for each type.
4 Identify and correct the tense errors in the following passage. 2 1 3 10
Justify each correction:

“Yesterday, I walk into the office, saw my boss, and tells him about the
error in the report.”

5 Rewrite the following sentence to correct the misplaced modifier. 2 2 2 9

Explain your reason in one line:

“Running through the corridor, the keys fell from my pocket.”

Module – 4
1 Based on Kalam’s thoughts in the chapter, argue whether "art has 2 1 1 10
a greater moral purpose than science." Justify with textual
inference, not direct quotes.
2 What is the one-word substitute for ‘a person who speaks many 2 2 2 10
languages fluently.’ Frame a sentence with it.

3 Identify and rewrite this paragraph by removing at least 4 2 2 2 10

redundancies or clichés:

“Each and every student should plan ahead in advance in order to reach
their final destination in life. Last but not least, hard work is the key.”
4 You’ve just completed reading a 5-page technical article. How 2 2 3 10
would you use the SQ3R method after reading to retain key
concepts for an exam? Give specific steps.
5 Write only the introduction and conclusion of an essay titled “The 2 3 3 9
Impact of Social Media on Critical Thinking”. Ensure the intro
sparks curiosity, and the conclusion synthesizes the argument
without repeating it.
Module - 5
1 Imagine Subroto Bagchi had chosen to become a Professor instead 2 1 1 10
of a business leader. Based on the story, predict how his values
would influence his teaching style. Defend your view with
reference to the text.

2 Construct a scenario in which the words “synergy,” “scalability,” 2 2 2 10

and “stakeholders” are used inappropriately. Then rewrite the
scenario correctly. Explain the errors.
3 Explain the difference between a narrative and an expository 2 2 2 10
essay with one original example topic for each.

4 After reading a passage on climate finance, a student answers that 2 2 2 10

“developed nations are obligated to fund adaptation in
developing nations.” But the passage says “some developed
nations consider it a responsibility.”

– Explain why the student’s inference is inaccurate despite being

close.
5 Draft the structure (not the content) of a technical report on "AI in 2 2 2 9
Higher Education." Label each part (e.g., Abstract, Introduction…),
and for each section, write one line about what it should contain.

Q.
PART-B ( 5 Mark Question) Bloom’
N Marks COs POs
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Module - 3
1 5 2 1 10
Explain the differences between a Curriculum Vitae (CV) and a
Resume in terms of structure, purpose, and context. Provide an
example layout for each and suggest which format would be more
suitable for fresh graduates and why.

2 Compare and contrast intensive and extensive reading practices. 5 3 2 10

Explain their significance in improving language proficiency and
design a one-week reading plan that incorporates both, explaining
how each session will benefit a learner.

3 Choose one formal context: a) lodging a complaint to a municipal 5

authority, or b) applying for an internship. Write a formal email
that fully adheres to format, tone, and clarity.

4 What are the main components of a formal letter? Explain each 5 2 3 10

part in detail, highlighting its role and importance in effective
formal communication.

5 a. Rewrite the following sentence with words chosen from the 5 2 3 10

options given in brackets.
i. The suspect’s nervousness_____that she knows
about the missing money. (implies, infers)
ii. The new rules_____much anger from the workers.
(evoked, invoked)
iii. Please be______with this information. (discreet,
discrete)
iv. Her designs use a limited _____ of colours. (palate,
palette, pallet)
v. Shailaja waited for the results with____breath.
(bated, baited)
b. Make sentences with the following sets of words,
distinguishing their meaning clearly.
i. Diffuse - Defuse
ii. Ceremonious - ceremonial
iii. Canvass - canvas
iv. Forward - Foreword
v. Flaunt - Flout

Module - 4

1 Critically evaluate how Abdul Kalam connects art and 5 3 2 10

spirituality in his essay Art and Literature. How does this
viewpoint challenge the utilitarian approach to education?
Illustrate your response with thoughtful interpretation.
2 Apply the SQ3R (Survey, Question, Read, Recite, Review) method 5 3 10
to the following newspaper editorial titled “Mind the Gap: on India
and the Global Gender Gap Index Report”. After reading, explain how
each step of the SQ3R method helped in your comprehension and
 retention of the content.

Mind the gap: on India and the Global Gender Gap Index report
India needs to ensure women’s participation in policymaking

India has dropped two points from its position last year in the World
Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Index report, holding at 131 out
of 148 countries. The parity score is just 64.1%, making it among one of
the lowest-ranked countries in South Asia, according to the report
released last week. The Index measures gender parity in a country across
four aspects — economic participation and opportunity; educational
attainment; health and survival, and political empowerment. While the
performance of India in three of the four dimensions is either stable or
has marginally improved, the significant lack of achievement in the
fourth weighs down the overall result. The report says, in the economic
participation and opportunity category, India has improved by +0.9
percentage points. The parity in estimated earned income rises from
28.6% to 29.9%, positively impacting the subindex score, the report said.
Scores in labour force participation rate remained the same (45.9%) as
last year — India’s highest achieved to date. In the educational
attainment and health and survival categories, the scores have been
driven up by positive shifts. It is in the political empowerment category
that India records a drop in parity, since the last evaluation. Female
representation in Parliament fell from 14.7% to 13.8% in 2025, lowering
the indicator score for the second year in a row below 2023 levels. Also
evaluated was the share of women in ministerial roles, which fell from
6.5% to 5.6 %, continuing the sinking trend since 2023.

3 What is email etiquette in professional communication? Discuss 5 2 2 10

the key principles of writing an effective email, highlighting
common mistakes to avoid and explaining how proper email
etiquette enhances clarity and professionalism.
4 What is essay writing? Explain the four main types of essays and 5 2 3 10
for each type, include one example topic and mention its main
purpose or approach.
5 Define précis writing and explain its significance in academic and 5 3 2 10
professional contexts. Outline the main steps in writing an
effective précis.

Module - 5

1 In the story, Bagchi emphasizes the values of humility, 5 2 2 10

responsibility, and perseverance. Choose any two of these values
and analyze how they shaped his career journey. Support your
argument with critical examples from the chapter.

2 Write a full report (250 words) on a Workshop your class 5 3 3 10

attended. Include all standard sections (title, objective,
participants, content, observations, and conclusion).
3 Explain any five essential elements of a formal report. For each 5 3 3 10
 element, describe its purpose and how it contributes to the clarity
and effectiveness of the report.
4 a. Complete the following sentences by choosing the correct 5 3 3 10
option
i. Subroto and his mother collected twigs and …..a
fence. ( Build/built/was building)
ii. Subroto’s mother ……..cataract in her eyes when he
was still quite young. (was developing/ has
developed/ developed)
iii. She did not ……for the test last month. (sat/sit/keep
sitting)
iv. She would have succeeded if she …… harder. (had
tried/ have tried/ tried)
v. Although she……. , she was not disappointed.
(failed/ has failed/ was failed)
b. The sentences below contain errors of different kinds.
Rewrite each sentence correctly.
i. Hydrogen is known for it’s properties of being the
colourless, odourless and tasteless.
ii. I am telling my students all the time not to talk.
iii. She said to me that she likes maths.
iv. My cell phone was under the sofa which rang all
night long.
v. Please explain me this problem.
5 Read the passage carefully and answer the following questions. 5 3 3 10

In today’s digital economy, attention has become a scarce

commodity. Every click, scroll, and swipe is carefully tracked by
algorithms designed to maximize engagement — not necessarily
to inform or educate. While social media platforms connect
billions, they also encourage shallow browsing over deep
understanding. Studies now show that constant notifications,
short-form content, and the pressure to always stay “online” can
significantly reduce one’s ability to focus for extended periods. As
users, we must become more mindful of how we consume digital
information. Deliberate reading, scheduled offline time, and
critical reflection are essential if we want to regain control over our
time and thoughts.

Answer the following questions based on the passage:

1. What is the main idea of the passage?

2. What concern does the author raise about the digital world?
3. Identify one recommendation the author makes to address
the problem.
4. Do you agree with the author’s view? Justify your answer
with your own experience or observation.
5. Identify and explain one persuasive technique the author
uses to strengthen their argument