AIOU 1423 Past Paper Autumn 2023

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ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY

Level: BA/AD/BS/B.Ed

Semester: Autumn 2023

Course Code: Compulsory English-1 (1423/5404/9407)

Maximum Marks: 100

Time Allowed: 03 Hours

Pass Marks: 50

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Note: Attempt any Five Questions. Each Question Carries Equal Marks.

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Q1. Suppose your friend scored a century in a friendly cricket match. Appreciate his batting skills and expertise by writing at least ten sentences of appreciation, admiration, and gratitude. ▶

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1. Congratulations on scoring a century in the cricket match!

2. Your batting was amazing and very impressive.

3. Every shot you played showed your skill and practice.

4. I admire how you stayed calm and focused while batting.

5. Your timing and strength were perfect for every run.

6. You made the game very exciting for everyone watching.

7. Your hard work and dedication clearly paid off today.

8. Thank you for inspiring us with your great performance.

9. You are a very talented and confident cricket player.

10. Keep practicing and playing, and you will become even better!

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Q2. Suppose your nephew received a job offer from Australia. What kind of advice and suggestions you would like to give him to make his life and his stay a fruitful one. ▶

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Congratulations on your job offer in Australia! This is a great opportunity for you to grow both professionally and personally. First, try to learn about the culture and rules of the country so that you can adjust easily. Be friendly and respectful to everyone you meet at work and in your neighborhood. Make sure you manage your time well between work and personal life. Save money wisely and spend only on important things. Try to make new friends and meet people from different backgrounds; it will help you feel comfortable and happy. Take care of your health by eating well and exercising regularly. Always keep learning new skills for your job to become even better. Explore the country in your free time and enjoy the beauty of Australia. Stay positive, patient, and focused even if you face difficulties. Most importantly, remember your family and values, and make your stay a safe and fruitful experience.

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Q3. As AI is being used more in the educational field, there will soon be no room for original human creativity in future. Write an essay of 300 words on the role of AI in educational field. ▶

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The Role of AI in the Educational Field

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming more common in the educational field, and it is changing the way students learn and teachers teach. AI tools, such as smart tutoring systems, online learning platforms, and automated grading software, help students learn faster and understand difficult topics easily. These tools can give instant feedback, track progress, and even suggest extra practice in areas where a student is weak. Teachers can also use AI to plan lessons, create personalized learning materials, and save time on routine tasks, which allows them to focus more on teaching and guiding students.

AI can make education more accessible for everyone. For example, students from remote areas or with physical challenges can now attend online classes with AI support. Language translation tools powered by AI also allow students to learn from resources in different languages. AI can even simulate real-life experiments and virtual labs, making learning interactive and fun.

However, some people worry that AI may reduce human creativity and thinking. While AI can help with learning and problem-solving, it cannot replace human imagination, emotions, and original ideas. Students still need to think critically, ask questions, and develop their own opinions. Teachers play an important role in guiding students to use AI responsibly and creatively rather than depending on it completely.

In conclusion, AI is a powerful tool that can make education easier, faster, and more effective. It supports both teachers and students by providing resources, guidance, and feedback. But human creativity, innovation, and critical thinking will always be necessary. The best results come when AI is used as a helper, not a replacement, in the educational field.

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Q4. Suppose as a product manager of Alibaba Online Store you delivered a damaged product by mistake. Write a letter of apology for delivering a damaged product to your customer. ▶

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Mr. Ahmed Khan
456 Gulshan-e-Iqbal Street,
Karachi, Pakistan

Subject: Apology for the Damaged Product Delivered

Dear Mr. Ahmed Khan,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to sincerely apologize for the damaged product you received from Alibaba Online Store, Karachi, Pakistan. We understand how disappointing it can be to receive an item in less than perfect condition, and we take full responsibility for this mistake.

Please be assured that this is not the standard of service we aim to provide. We have already started reviewing our quality control and packaging procedures to ensure such incidents do not occur in the future. Your satisfaction is very important to us, and we want to make this right as quickly as possible.

To resolve this issue, we are offering to replace the damaged product immediately at no extra cost to you. Alternatively, if you prefer, we can arrange a full refund for your order. Our customer service team is ready to assist you with the return or replacement process at your convenience.

We truly value your trust and business, and we deeply regret the inconvenience caused. Thank you for your understanding and patience. Please feel free to contact us directly at support.karachi@alibaba.com or call +92-300-1234567 for any further assistance.

Once again, we apologize for this unfortunate experience and look forward to serving you better in the future.

Sincerely,

Ali Raza
Product Manager
Alibaba Online Store, Karachi, Pakistan

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Q5. Change the following sentences into active and/or passive voices.

1. The house had been broken into by someone while the owners were on vacation.
2. A child was being carried downstairs by a strong firefighter.
3. The streets had been blocked off by the police.
4. My books were stolen by someone last week.
5. Titanic was destroyed by an iceberg.
6. Children cannot open these bottles easily.
7. The government built a road right outside their front door.
8. Mr. Butt broke the antique vase as he walked through the store.
9. The construction workers are making street repairs all month long.
10. The party will celebrate his retirement. ▶

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1. Original (Passive): The house had been broken into by someone while the owners were on vacation.
Active: Someone had broken into the house while the owners were on vacation.

2. Original (Passive): A child was being carried downstairs by a strong firefighter.
Active: A strong firefighter was carrying a child downstairs.

3. Original (Passive): The streets had been blocked off by the police.
Active: The police had blocked off the streets.

4. Original (Passive): My books were stolen by someone last week.
Active: Someone stole my books last week.

5. Original (Passive): Titanic was destroyed by an iceberg.
Active: An iceberg destroyed Titanic.

6. Original (Active): Children cannot open these bottles easily.
Passive: These bottles cannot be opened easily by children.

7. Original (Active): The government built a road right outside their front door.
Passive: A road was built right outside their front door by the government.

8. Original (Active): Mr. Butt broke the antique vase as he walked through the store.
Passive: The antique vase was broken by Mr. Butt as he walked through the store.

9. Original (Active): The construction workers are making street repairs all month long.
Passive: Street repairs are being made by the construction workers all month long.

10. Original (Active): The party will celebrate his retirement.
Passive: His retirement will be celebrated by the party.

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Q6. Think of words which can be used as verbs as well as nouns? For each word that you can think of, write at least one sentence. Altogether write ten sentences of such kinds.
Example: Head
He has a big head. (Noun).
He heads a large company. (Verb) ▶

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1. Park
Noun: We went to the park yesterday.
Verb: We will park the car near the school.

2. Watch
Noun: I bought a new watch for my birthday.
Verb: I like to watch birds in the morning.

3. Play
Noun: The children enjoyed a fun play at school.
Verb: They play football every evening.

4. Ring
Noun: I heard the ring of the school bell.
Verb: She will ring her friend tonight.

5. Light
Noun: The room is bright because of the sunlight.
Verb: Please light the candle on the table.

6. Book
Noun: I borrowed an interesting book from the library.
Verb: I need to book a ticket for the train.

7. Run
Noun: He went for a morning run.
Verb: I run in the park every day.

8. Point
Noun: That is an important point in the lesson.
Verb: She will point to the correct answer on the board.

9. Cook
Noun: The cook prepared a delicious meal.
Verb: I like to cook pasta for dinner.

10. Change
Noun: I need some change for the bus.
Verb: You should change your clothes before going out.

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Q7. To ask a WH question correctly in English, we must put the WH word in front. Write any ten WH-Questions (at least one on each) asking for Time, place, reason, object, possession, person, manner, and/or choice of two. In addition, write the Tags (Tag Questions) for the following statements.

1. Hira is a grandmother.  
2. Hussain is a doctor.
3. I'm here.     
4. It's windy today.
5. You and I are busy right now.  
6. He failed the exam.
7. He won't come here to live.             
8. You don't live here.
9. You have started a new job.            
10. It wasn't a good film. ▶

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1. Hira is a grandmother.

WH-Question: Who is Hira?

Tag Question: Hira is a grandmother, isn’t she?

2. Hussain is a doctor.

WH-Question: What is Hussain?

Tag Question: Hussain is a doctor, isn’t he?

3. I'm here.

WH-Question: Where are you?

Tag Question: I'm here, aren’t I?

4. It's windy today.

WH-Question: What is the weather like today?

Tag Question: It's windy today, isn’t it?

5. You and I are busy right now.

WH-Question: Who is busy right now?

Tag Question: You and I are busy right now, aren’t we?

6. He failed the exam.

WH-Question: Who failed the exam?

Tag Question: He failed the exam, didn’t he?

7. He won't come here to live.

WH-Question: Who won't come here to live?

Tag Question: He won't come here to live, will he?

8. You don't live here.

WH-Question: Who doesn’t live here?

Tag Question: You don't live here, do you?

9. You have started a new job.

WH-Question: What have you started?

Tag Question: You have started a new job, haven’t you?

10. It wasn't a good film.

WH-Question: What was not a good film?

Tag Question: It wasn't a good film, was it?

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Q8. Write an informal letter to your elder brother and share some information about school, teacher, excursions you have been and activities. ▶

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Dear Brother,

How are you? I hope you are doing well. I wanted to share some news about my school with you. My school is very nice and the teachers are very kind and helpful. My favorite teacher is Miss Sara; she teaches us English and makes learning very fun.

Last month, we went on a school excursion to the zoo. It was amazing! We saw many animals like lions, elephants, and giraffes. I learned a lot about their habits and where they live. I also enjoyed the picnic we had there with all my friends.

In school, we also have many activities like drawing competitions, sports events, and science fairs. I recently participated in a drawing competition and got a certificate. Our football team won a match last week, and it was very exciting to watch.

I miss you a lot and wish you could come to my school and see everything. I hope you will visit us soon. Please take care of yourself and write back to me whenever you get time.

With love,

Your loving brother,

Arsalan

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