General Studies GST 111 - Communication Skills Quiz

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Questions and Answers

Which aspect is NOT highlighted as essential for academic success?

Time Management

Strong financial backing (correct)

Choosing the right courses

Friendship with teachers/Mentors

Which study material is recommended for engaging in effective study habits?

Text books (correct)

Personal letters

Junk mail

Fiction novels

What is one of the four basic language skills that should be actively used?

Listening (correct)

Mathematics

History

Composition

How many text books are recommended for each course?

Two Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT listed as a study tool?

Library cards Signup and view all the answers

What attitude is suggested for achieving academic success?

I CAN attitude Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is categorized as a reference book?

A dictionary Signup and view all the answers

What is NOT a suggested method of improving study habits?

Overloading with unnecessary materials Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a lecture?

To impart knowledge, skills, and values Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an expected outcome from attending a lecture?

Guaranteed academic success Signup and view all the answers

What attitude should a student exhibit during a lecture?

A positive and attentive mindset Signup and view all the answers

Which part of a lecture includes the main content and key points?

The Body Signup and view all the answers

In which segment of a lecture are students reminded of key points?

The Conclusion Signup and view all the answers

What is a helpful cue for identifying new ideas during a lecture?

Transitional phrases like 'next' or 'moreover' Signup and view all the answers

What should a student do in a practical demonstration during a lecture?

Participate actively and ask questions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following does NOT characterize the structure of a lecture?

Continuous unstructured dialogue Signup and view all the answers

Which novel is not part of Nuruddin Farah's trilogy Blood in the Sun?

Roots Signup and view all the answers

Who edited the first collection of African poetry in English translation?

Olumbe Bassir Signup and view all the answers

Which poet's work includes the book A Harvest of Our Dreams?

Kofi Anyidoho Signup and view all the answers

Which poet is known for a combative tone in contrast to Léopold Sédar Senghor?

David Diop Signup and view all the answers

What year was An Anthology of West African Verse published?

1957 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following poets published Labyrinths, with Path of Thunder?

Christopher Okigbo Signup and view all the answers

What did early Anglophone poetry in Africa examine?

The effects of European colonialism Signup and view all the answers

Which poet emerged in the 1980s as a significant African poet writing in English?

Kofi Anyidoho Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary use of 'some' in sentences?

To express a certain quantity or portion Signup and view all the answers

In which situation is 'any' commonly used?

With negative constructions Signup and view all the answers

Which form should be used with plural count nouns?

Many Signup and view all the answers

What does 'few' suggest in context?

Not enough Signup and view all the answers

Which construction is used for comparing one-syllable adjectives?

Er and est Signup and view all the answers

When should the form 'been' be used?

To indicate a past action Signup and view all the answers

Which auxiliaries are considered primary auxiliaries?

Be, do, have Signup and view all the answers

Which comparative form is used for the adjective 'beautiful'?

More beautiful Signup and view all the answers

What type of relationship can the opening salutation of an informal letter indicate?

It reveals the nature of the relationship between writer and addressee. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a purpose of business letters?

Seeking a business partnership Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of informal letters?

They tend to be brief and concise. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of business letter seeks to provide confirmation or information?

Acknowledgement letters Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the content of informal letters?

Must be informative, clear, and courteous. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary function of a sales letter?

To advertise goods and services. Signup and view all the answers

What type of business letter is used to rectify a complaint?

Adjustment letter Signup and view all the answers

Which element is typically included at the end of an informal letter?

The writer's first name or sign-off Signup and view all the answers

What is the first published African play in English?

The Girl Who Killed to Save: Nongquase the Liberator Signup and view all the answers

Which play focuses on intercultural marriage?

The Marriage of Anansewa Signup and view all the answers

Which playwright is known for ridiculing Africa's dictators?

Wole Soyinka Signup and view all the answers

What significant theme does 'Kinjeketile' by Ebrahim Hussein address?

Social action motivation Signup and view all the answers

What central issue does 'The Black Hermit' tackle?

Tribalism Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following works was published in 1981?

The Unbroken Song Signup and view all the answers

Who collaborated with Micere Mugo on 'The Trial of Dedan Kimathi'?

Ngugi wa Thiong'o Signup and view all the answers

Which play by Percy Mtwa involved themes of apartheid?

Woza Albert! Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

General Studies GST 111 - Communication in English

This course is a component of the General Studies programme, designed to develop essential language and study skills for effective university education.
Modules A and B focus on receptive skills (reading, listening, summarization).
Modules C and D focus on expressive skills (grammar, essay, letter and technical writing).
Module E focuses on literary appreciation, especially African and Nigerian literature.

Course Objectives

Students will be able to effectively listen to lectures and manage notes.
Develop effective reading habits and vocabulary.
Demonstrate effective communication skills in various social contexts.
Develop adequate writing skills for academic purposes.
Attain a level of competence in literary appreciation.

Course Outline (Module A)

Week 1: Preparing for Academic Success
Week 2: Tools for Effective Study and Challenges to Effective Study Habits
Week 3: Listening Skills and Note-taking
Week 4: Nature of the Lecture
Week 5: Effective Note-taking
Week 6: Reading Skills and Vocabulary Development
Week 7: Enhancing Reading Proficiency
Week 8–11: Process of Written Communication (Grammar, Paragraphs, Essays & Letters).
Week 12–14: Aspects of Literary Appreciation (African & Nigerian Literature)
Week 15: Examination

Ground Rules

Students must be seated 5 minutes before the start of a lecture.
Lecture doors close 10 minutes after lecture commencement.
Use of gadgets during lectures is not permitted except with lecturer instruction.
Students must have necessary materials and texts for class.

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This quiz assesses understanding from the Communication in English course (GST 111), part of the General Studies programme. It evaluates skills in reading, listening, writing, and literary appreciation focused on African and Nigerian literature. Prepare to demonstrate your competence in effective communication and academic writing.