English Major · Semester 1
MAJ101 · Reading, Writing and Presentation · 6 credits
Question: What is the difference between denotation and connotation?
Answer: Denotation is the direct or conventional meaning of a word; connotation is the set of associations it suggests in context. In an answer, give a word and distinguish its dictionary sense from an associated feeling or idea.
Question: What is the difference between a summary and a paraphrase?
Answer: A summary condenses the main points of a longer passage. A paraphrase restates a particular passage in different words while keeping its meaning, often at a similar level of detail. Both still need a source citation when they use another writer’s ideas.
English Minor · Semester 1
MIN101 · Language and Linguistics · 4 credits
Question: What is a consonant cluster?
Answer: A consonant cluster is a sequence of adjacent consonant sounds within a syllable, as in the initial /str/ of “street.” Identify sounds rather than counting letters.
Question: What is the difference between standard and non-standard language varieties?
Answer: A standard variety has been codified and is often used in formal education and public institutions. A non-standard variety follows systematic patterns too; the label is about social convention, not a lack of grammar.
English Skill Enhancement Course (SEC) · Semester 1
SEC101 · Soft Skills · 3 credits
Question: Name the five soft-skill areas listed for SEC101.
Answer: Teamwork, emotional intelligence, adaptability, leadership and problem solving.
Question: How can a team handle a disagreement while working on a shared task?
Answer: Hear each person’s concern, restate the shared goal, compare possible solutions and agree on who will do what. This applies the paper’s teamwork and problem-solving topics rather than assuming an official exam scenario.