B.TechSemester 12024-25Soft SkillsBAS105

Soft Skills (BAS105) - AKTU Question Paper 2024-25

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This is the official AKTU Soft Skills Previous Year Question Paper for B.Tech Semester 1, academic session 2024-25. Published by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU/UPTU), Lucknow. Free PDF download — no login required.

Course:B.Tech

Semester:Semester 1

Session:2024-25

University:AKTU / UPTU

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Questions Asked in 2024-25

Soft Skills (BAS105) — complete question paper · 70 marks · 3 Hours

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

a
State the definition of Compound Sentence with an example
b
Write an appropriate word: 1. Noun of safe …….., 2. Noun of Observe ……
c
State as directed in the bracket and use that word in a sentence
1
Authentic (Give Antonym) 2. Compassion (Give Synonym)
2
Authentic (Give Antonym) 2. Compassion (Give Synonym)
d
Give two differences between active and passive listening
e
Elaborate the importance of an agenda in a formal meeting
f
Describe the usage of right pauses in oral communication
g
Express any two objectives of co-operation at workplace

Section BAttempt any three of the following: 07 x 3 = 07

a
Explain methods used for formation of new words with examples
b
Examine types of listening along with the traits of a good listener
c
Describe styles applied in reading with the help of examples
d
Explore the strategies used for effective preparation and prese ntation in professorial environment
e
Determine the application and importance of 4 A’ s in managing stress

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

a
Modify the sentences as directed
1
Being tired, he went to bed early.(simple to compound)
2
She practiced daily so that she could win the race.(complex to simple)
3
The boy is standing at the gate, and he is my friend.(compound to simple)
4
After they had finished the pr oject, they submitted it to the manager.(complex to compound)
5
She is intelligent, and she is hardworking.(compound to simple)
6
As there was no delay, they started the journey.(complex to simple)
7
As he was encouraged by his teacher, he participated in the competition.(complex to compound)
b
Complete the sentence using correct verb
1
The dog and its owner ________ (enjoy/enjoys) morning walks
2
My friends ________ (is/are) coming over for dinner tonight
3
The cake ________ (need/needs) to be baked for 30 minutes
4
Neither my father nor my brothers ________ (is/are) coming to the party
5
Many of the students ________ (has/have) already completed the assignment
6
The manager and the employees ________ (was/were) upset about the recent changes
7
The team ________ (is/are) working on the new project
a
Note–taking helps one to concentrate and listen effectively. With reference to the quotation, Figure out the utility of note taking for any listener
b
Examine the sequencing of content in motivational speaking style
a
Demonstrate effective writing tools and methods used in everyday life
b
Prepare a letter to your bank requesting the cancellation of a cheque you issued earlier. Invent the necessary details by your own
a
Explore the utility of elements of proxemics and chronemics in interpersonal communication
b
Demonstrate difference between public speaking and individual s peaking
a
Express the qualities of a good leader with emphasis on importance of effective communication
b
Investigate the conditions affecting mental health and discuss its importance of good mental health at workplace

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.