HS3152 Professional English-I Previous Year Question Papers - Anna University

PART A – More Question Types

• Fill in the blanks with correct modal verb
• Choose the correct phrasal verb
• Rewrite the sentence using comparative/superlative form
• Combine two sentences using suitable linkers
• Identify the error and correct it
• Rearrange words to form a meaningful sentence
• Expand the given abbreviation
• Match words with their meanings
• Choose the correct technical term
• Answer very short questions based on a short paragraph

PART B – Final High-Scoring Question Pattern

• Write a paragraph (150–200 words) on a general/technical topic
• Write an essay (250–300 words)
• Write a formal letter (complaint / enquiry / application)
• Draft a professional email (formal situation)
• Prepare a resume using given data
• Write a cover letter for job application
• Comprehension passage – answer detailed questions
• Summarize a given passage
• Write a report (event / incident / data-based)
• Explain communication concepts with examples (barriers, GD, interview, etc.)

Important Correction (Don't Miss This)

Some papers don't ask both paragraph AND essay together. Usually: Either paragraph OR essay OR essay + report/email-type question. So don't overprepare both equally—focus more on: Essay, Email / Letter, Resume + Cover Letter, Report.

Most Repeated / High Weight Questions

Focus here if time is less: Resume + Cover Letter (very frequent), Formal Email / Letter, Report Writing, Comprehension + Summary, Essay (general topics like technology, education, environment).