Functional English Course Overview

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Questions and Answers

What is the course code for Functional English for Undergraduate Students?

9382

How many units are there in the Functional English course?

  • 7
  • 5
  • 11
  • 9 (correct)

The Functional English course aims to develop proficiency in English language usage, including word choices, grammar, and sentence structure.

True (A)

In the Functional English course, what is the purpose of Section A: Function?

<p>To practice using language in everyday situations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Section B: Structure in the Functional English course?

<p>Grammar and sentence structures (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the two main components of the Present Continuous Tense?

<p>The verb 'to be' (am, is, are, was, were) and the -ing form of the verb.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The Simple Present tense can be used to express general truths and scientific facts.

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What is the main purpose of Section C: Reading in the Functional English course?

<p>To improve reading skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the technique called that helps quickly identify the main ideas of a text?

<p>Skimming</p> Signup and view all the answers

Scanning involves moving your eyes quickly down a page to find specific words and phrases.

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What are the two types of conjunctions discussed in Section D: Writing?

<p>Coordinating conjunctions and subordinating conjunctions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main elements of a paragraph?

<p>Introduction, Body (or supporting details), and Conclusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of Section E: Listening in the Functional English course?

<p>To improve listening skills (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Note taking involves passively listening to a lecture and copying down everything said.

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When giving directions, which phrase indicates certainty?

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What are the two main ways to ask for confirmation?

<p>To verify the truth of something heard or read, and to clarify doubts or thoughts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which phrase is an example of expressing surprise in the dialogue about Mr. Butt's shooting?

<p>He just walked away? (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are tag questions used for?

<p>To seek agreement or confirmation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

The tag question is always in the opposite tense of the statement.

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What are the main purposes of the Functional English course assignments?

<p>To assess both writing and speaking skills (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main categories of irregular verbs?

<p>Verbs that don't change, verbs that change their vowel, verbs that change completely (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In general, the active voice is preferred over the passive voice in writing.

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The word 'that' is used in reported questions, but not in reported statements.

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What is the primary purpose of an essay?

<p>To express a personal opinion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four main types of essays?

<p>Narrative, Descriptive, Persuasive, Argumentative (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Functional English

A course designed to enhance English communication skills.

WH Questions

Questions starting with who, what, when, where, why, and how.

Present Perfect Tense

Describes actions completed at some point before now.

Synonyms

Words with similar meanings.

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Antonyms

Words with opposite meanings.

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Cohesive Writing

Connecting ideas in writing for clarity and flow.

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Listening Skills

The ability to accurately receive and interpret messages.

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Reading Techniques

Strategies like skimming and scanning for efficient reading.

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Informal Letters

Personal letters written to friends or family.

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Tag Questions

Short questions added at the end of statements.

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Conjunctions

Words that connect clauses or sentences.

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Grammar Structure

Rules governing the construction of sentences.

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Present Continuous Tense

Describes actions currently in progress.

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Practice Exercises

Activities designed to reinforce learning.

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Voice in English

Refers to active and passive construction of sentences.

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Context Clues

Hints within a text that help deduce word meanings.

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Listening to Lectures

Focused attention during spoken presentations for learning.

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Vocabulary Skills

The ability to understand and use a range of words.

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Statement Questions

Questions framed as statements for confirmation.

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Body Language in Communication

Non-verbal signals used to convey messages.

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Effective Communication

The ability to convey messages clearly and efficiently.

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Understanding Directions

Following verbal instructions to navigate locations.

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Identifying Main Ideas

Finding the central thought in a text.

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Analysis of Text

Examining content to understand underlying meanings.

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Understanding Nuance

Grasping subtle distinctions in meaning or expression.

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Main Clause

An independent clause that can stand alone.

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Dependent Clause

A clause that cannot stand alone as a complete sentence.

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Listening Samples

Audio materials for practicing listening skills.

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Summarizing Techniques

Skills used to condense information into main points.

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Cultural Awareness

Understanding and respecting different cultural contexts.

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Taking Notes

Writing down key points during lectures or discussions.

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Overview of Language Functions

Understanding various roles language plays in communication.

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Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Code: 9382
  • Course Title: Functional English
  • Target Audience: Undergraduate Students
  • Institution: Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad
  • Units: 1-9

Course Team

  • Chairman: Dr. Muhammad Kamal Khan
  • Course Development Coordinator: Ms. Farzana Ursani Akbar
  • Recompilation and Resizing: Dr Furrakh Abbas
  • Editor: Ms. Farzana Ursani Akbar
  • Producer: Mr. Muneer Malik

Printing Details

  • Printing Year: 2024
  • Typeset by: M. Hameed Zahid
  • Printing Incharge: Dr. Sarmad Iqbal
  • Printer: Pakistan Post Foundation Press, Islamabad
  • Publisher: Allama Iqbal Open University, H-8, Islamabad

Contents of the Course

  • Introduction
  • Objectives of the Course
  • Organization of the Course
  • Unit 1: Asking and Answering Questions, Simple Present and Present Continuous Tenses, Reading, Writing, Listening
  • Unit 2: Seeking Confirmation, The Present Perfect Tense, Synonyms and Antonyms, Informal Letters, Listening
  • Unit 3: Agreeing and Disagreeing, The Simple Past Tense, Predicting the Content of a Book, Letters of Apology, Listening
  • Unit 4: Expressing Possibility and Impossibility, Modal Verbs, Skimming and Scanning, Letters Giving Advice, Listening (Giving Advice)
  • Unit 5: Expressing Certainty and Uncertainty, Expressing Obligation, Active and Passive Voice, Writing Formal Letters: Job Applications, Listening
  • Unit 6: Expressing Preference and Expressing Intention, Simple Future Tense, Main Ideas and Supporting Details, Paragraph Development, Listening to Announcements
  • Unit 7: Asking, Giving and Refusing Permission, Future Continuous, General Reading Exercises, Writing an Essay, Listening to a Speech
  • Unit 8: Expressing Appreciation, Admiration, Pleasure and Gratitude, Indirect or Reported Speech, Listening, Listening to Descriptions
  • Unit 9: Advice & Suggestions, Clauses: Main or Independent Clause, Dependent or Subordinating Clause, Reading, Narrative Writing, Listening to a Story

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