BBASemester 12025-26Business EnglishBBA105

Business English (BBA105) - AKTU Question Paper 2025-26

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This is the official AKTU Business English Previous Year Question Paper for BBA Semester 1, academic session 2025-26. Published by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU/UPTU), Lucknow. Free PDF download — no login required.

Course:BBA

Semester:Semester 1

Session:2025-26

University:AKTU / UPTU

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Questions Asked in 2025-26

Business English (BBA105) — complete question paper · 70 marks · 3 Hours

Section AAttempt all questions in brief. 2 x 07 = 14

a
Explain the purpose of b usiness English
b
Define noun with two examples
c
List the types of sentences
d
Demonstrate two examples of pref ixes with root word and their meaning
e
Compare formal and informal greetings
f
Define reading skills
g
Explain critical reading

Section BAttempt any three of the following: 7 x 3 = 21

a
Examine how does the global dominance of English impact international business communication? Provide examples of indus tries where English is predominantly used
b
Discuss the role of conjunctions in connecting ideas and ens uring coherence in business communication. Provide examples of common conjunctions and their specific uses
c
What are the key characteristics of academic writing and exp lain the importance of formal tone, evid ence-based arguments, and struct ured organization in academic writing
d
Identify how discussing likes and dislikes can help in build ing rapport during an interview? Provide examples of how to express prefere nces related to work and personal interests
e
Explain the concept of extensive reading. How does it contri bute to language learning and overall reading proficiency?

Section CAttempt any one part of the following: 07 x 1 = 07

a
Utilize the appropriate article, a, an, or the, or leave the space blank if no article is needed, in the gaps. ___ village nearby is bustling with activity. ___ children are getting ready for ___ school, while ___ adults are preparing for ___ day's work. ___ market is filled with ___ fresh produce, and ___ vendors are calling out to attract ___ customers. ___ atmosphere is lively and full of ___ energy
b
Summarize do language skills ( LSRW) contribute to effective leadership and decision-making in a business environment?
a
Change the following se ntences as suggested. I. The chef cooked a delicious meal. (Transform in to Passive vice) II. She said, "I am going to the market.” (Transform in to indirect) III. The teacher will give the stud ents their grades tomorrow. (Transform in to Passive vice) IV. He said, "I have finished my homework." (Transform in to indirect) V. They are building a new bridge over the river. (Transform in to Passive vice) VI. She said, "I will call you later." (Transform in to indirect) VII. The company has launched a new product. (Transform in to Passive vice)
b
Examine phrases and clauses, and explain their functions in sentence construction. How do they contribute to the complexity and clar ity of business writing?
a
Discuss the significance of the following business terms: Sy nergy, Benchmarking, ROI (Return on Investment), and KPI (Key Performance Indicator). How are these terms used in business communication, and why are they important for business professionals to understand?
b
Explain the difference between cohesion and coherence in wri ting. How do transitional words and phrases contribute to cohesion, and w hat strategies can be used to ensure coherence in a business report?
a
Elaborate how should one effect ively discuss their strengths a n d weaknesses during a job interview? Provide examples of how to present strengths positively and address weaknesses constructively
b
Analyze the key elements of introducing someone in a formal business setting versus an informal social setting? Provide examples of how to introduce a colleague to a senior manager and a friend to a new acquaintance
a
Assess how is critical reading applied in academic settings? Discuss the role of critical reading in research, essay writing, and academ ic discussions
b
Relate how critical thinking skills complement critical read ing? Discuss the role of logical reasoning, questioning assumptions, and eva luating evidence in the critical reading process

Question text is extracted from the official AKTU question paper PDF above. Hindi translations are omitted — every question is printed in English in the original paper. Last verified: 2026-08-23.

Repeated Questions — BBA105

Questions that appeared in more than one session, found by comparing 2 years of Business English papers (2024-25, 2025-26)

Explain the purpose of b usiness English