Download JNTU Kakinada B.Tech 1-1 2014 Feb ENGLISH I Question Paper

Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 1

I B. Tech I Semester Regular Examinations Feb./Mar. - 2014

ENGLISH-I

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Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Question Paper Consists of Part-A and Part-B

Answering the question in Part-A is Compulsory,

Three Questions should be answered from Part-B

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PART-A

1. (i) What does societal transformation result in? (ii) What is L.A Hill's advice regarding the need to improve step by step thought? (iii) What is a temperature belt? (iv) What made Gandhi to think that he had to economize? (v) How did the clergyman help Scoresby at school? (vi) Bring out the difference between an average man and a scientist. (vii) Explain the problem that Russell says is stark, dreadful and inescapable? [3+3+3+3+3+3+4]

PART-B

2. (a) “A writer ought to be a good reader in order to be a good writer”. Elaborate Hill's views. (b) Give an account of achievements of Gopinath. [8+8]

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3. (a) Write about the universe as described by James Jeans. (b) What are the circumstances under which super computer, generations & C-DAC started in India. [8+8]
4. (a) Describe the clergyman's character. (b) Why was Naidu called the ‘Edison of India'? [8+8]
5. (a) Write a summary of the essay 'The Scientific Point of View'. (b) "We should make way for the youngsters instead of expecting them to come around to our ways". Do you agree with Sudha Murthy's statement? Give reasons. [8+8]
6. (a) What are the different phases of transformation in Gandhiji is life of London? (b) Write an essay on ‘Gender Discrimination'. [8+8]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 1

7. (a) Write the Synonyms for the following words.
   1. emulate
   2. infatuation
   3. disbursed
   4. consent

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   (b) Write the Antonyms for the following words.
   1. abstract
   2. impartial
   3. natural
   4. elaborate
   (c) Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions.
   1. Kiran lives ____ 35 James street

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   2. He goes to his office ____ bus.
   3. They are angry ____ you
   4. I saw him ____ Sunday
   (d) Correct and rewrite the following sentences.
   1. Every boy and every girl have to participate in the competition.
   2. The property was shared among the two brothers.

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   3. I am reading a interesting story.
   4. The boy was playing while it is raining.
   [4+4+4+4]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 2

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I B. Tech I Semester Regular Examinations Feb./Mar. - 2014

ENGLISH-I

(Common to All Branches)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Question Paper Consists of Part-A and Part-B

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Answering the question in Part-A is Compulsory,

Three Questions should be answered from Part-B

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PART-A

1. (i) What does Russell want the public to realize the facts about hydrogen bombs? (ii) What are the biological effects of American civil war on the negro population? What are the causes for it according to Haldane? (iii) How should a writer improve vocabulary? (iv) How did the world change during the last century according to Dr.Kalam? (v) Why did the clergyman join Scoresby in the war? (vi) What is the message of the fable that Gandhi referred? (vii) How does the author describe the future of humanity in the lesson 'The Dying Sun'? [3+3+3+3+3+3+4]

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PART-B

2. (a) Comment on L.A.Hills views on "The Principles of Good Writing”. (b) How did Gopinath influence the airline industry? [8+8]
3. (a) What are the two accidents described by James Jeans? Describe them. (b) Mention Sudha Murthy's achievements. [8+8]
4. (a) Describe the participation of Scoresby in the war. (b) What was Naidu's relationship with agriculture? [8+8]
5. (a) How does science affect the opinions of an average man? Explain the views of Haldane. (b) What does India need to do to stay ahead in the global supercomputer race according to Dr.Bhatkar? [8+8]

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6. (a) "But hence forward I became a student” What does Gandhi mean by saying so? (b) Write an essay on ‘Misuse of Technology'. [8+8]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 2

7. (a) Write the Synonyms for the following words.
   1. genuine
   2. endangered

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   3. frequent
   4. prolonged
   (b) Write the Antonyms for the following words.
   1. wild
   2. mortal
   3. truce

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   4. unsurpassed
   (c) Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions.
   1. He always argues ____ the teacher.
   2. The college is open ____ 9 A.m. to 5 P.M.
   3. She is thirsty ____ knowledge.
   4. They visited us ____ June.

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   (d) Correct and rewrite the following sentences.
   1. I was at time for the presentation.
   2. He returned back from Germany last year.
   3. I am hearing the music.
   4. He is a honorable man.
   [4+4+4+4]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 3

I B. Tech I Semester Regular Examinations Feb./Mar. - 2014

ENGLISH-I

(Common to All Branches)

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Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Question Paper Consists of Part-A and Part-B

Answering the question in Part-A is Compulsory,

Three Questions should be answered from Part-B

*****

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PART-A

1. (i) What are the areas that can help India change into a knowledge society? (ii) How is that a scientist is a curious mixture of pride and humility according to Haldane. (iii) How does James Jeans describe the vastness of the universe? (iv) Describe what Russell wants the Neutrals to do? (v) How did the clergyman feel when Scoresby was elected as the captain of marching regiment ? (vi) What efforts did Gandhi make to adapt himself to London lifestyle? (vii) Where can an author get the topics to write according to L.A.Hill? [3+3+3+3+3+3+4]

PART-B

2. (a) What does a common man think about science? How does it differ from Haldane's opinion? (b) What was the defining moment of Naidu's life? [8+8]
3. (a) Why does James Jeans say that the sun is dying? How can physical science help us in such a situation? (b) How did Dr.Bhatkar help develop IT field in India? [8+8]

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4. (a) "A writer should be a good reader and a keen observer"-Do you agree with L.A.Hills views? Give reasons. (b) What were the different fields Gopinath entered into? [8+8]
5. (a) Describe any of the blunders that you or any one you know has made, which actually helped the situation instead of spoiling it. (b) How was Infosys started? How did it change Sudha Murthy's life? [8+8]
6. (a) What problems are involved in making Abdul Kalam's dream come to reality? (b) Write an essay on 'The Role of Media in Education'. [8+8]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 3

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7. (a) Write the Synonyms for the following words.
   1. eliminate
   2. astonishment
   3. peasant
   4. swear
   (b) Write the Antonyms for the following words.
   1. rare

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   2. depart
   3. natural
   4. vivid
   (c) Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions.
   1. He is not responsible ____ this.
   2. I have been living here ____ 1986.

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   3. The boy travels ____ bus
   4. The principal congratulated the team ____ their success.
   (d) Correct and rewrite the following sentences.
   1. He is a honest man.
   2. We discussed about the matter.
   3. Each of the boys get a prize.

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   4. They enjoyed the picnic very much.
   [4+4+4+4]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 4

I B. Tech I Semester Regular Examinations Feb./Mar. - 2014

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ENGLISH-I

(Common to All Branches)

Time: 3 hours Max. Marks: 70

Question Paper Consists of Part-A and Part-B

Answering the question in Part-A is Compulsory,

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Three Questions should be answered from Part-B

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PART-A

1. (i) How did the Earth come into existence according to James Jeans? (ii) How much importance does the L.A.Hill give for inspiration to become a writer? (iii) Why do you think Gandhi wants every youth to learn from him about saving money. (iv) What does Haldane wants to tell us by giving the example of American Negroes. (v) What is the problem that the Russell says is stark, dreadful and inescapable? (vi) What and how are the blunders of Scoresby interpreted by others in the war? (vii) What are the areas which can help India change into a knowledge super power? [3+3+3+3+3+3+4]

PART-B

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2. (a) What according to Abdul Kalam should be done to generate wealth in India? (b) Give an account of the work done by Sudha Murthy as a philanthropist. [8+8]
3. (a) Summarize the suggestions offered by Russell to nations as well as the general public for the maintenance of world peace? (b) What did Naidu do with the motor cycle after the British surveyor gifted it to him? What were his other achievements? [8+8]
4. (a) Write about Scoresby's character. (b) Give an account of the letter written by the headmaster to the ministry of defense in Delhi. How did that letter change the life of Gopinath? [8+8]
5. (a) What are the views expressed by Haldane about Science and its effects? (b) What were the path breaking initiatives that Dr.Bhatkar led? [8+8]
6. (a) Comment on Hill's views about good writing and write about his suggestions for aspiring writers. (b) Write an essay on ‘Socialism'. [8+8]

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Subject Code: R13101/R13 Set No - 4

7. (a) Write the Synonyms for the following words.
   1. humility
   2. frequent
   3. lynching

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   4. pursuit
   (b) Write the Antonyms for the following words.
   1. orthodox
   2. hastily
   3. arbitrary
   4. vivid

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   (c) Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions.
   1. The house is made ____ wood.
   2. He apologized ____ his behavior in the party.
   3. This solution is not clear ____ me
   4. He is curious ____ many things.
   (d) Correct and rewrite the following sentences.
   1. The price of mangoes are high.

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   2. He went to school just now.
   3. One must love his country.
   4. John is an university student.
   [4+4+4+4]

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