ALLAMA IQBAL OPEN UNIVERSITY, ISLAMABAD

(Department of English Language & Applied Linguistics)

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Course: Compulsory English-II (387) Semester. Spring, 2024
Level: HSSC
Assignment Submission Schedule
6 credit Hours Due Date 3 credit hours Due date
Assignment 1 31-05-2024 Assignment 1 24-06-2024
Assignment 2 24-06-2024
Assignment 3 22-07-2024 Assignment 2 19-08-2024
Assignment 4 19-08-2024
Note: Tutorial schedule (Rehnama-e-Tulba) will available on AIOU website: http://www.aiou.edu.pk
Please read the following instructions for writing your assignments. (SSC, HSSC & BA
Programmes)
1. All questions are compulsory and carry equal marks but within a question the
marks are distributed according to its requirements.
2. Read the question carefully and then answer it according to the requirements of the
questions.
3. Late submission of assignments will not be accepted.
4. Your own analysis and synthesis will be appreciated.
5. Avoid irrelevant discussion/information and reproducing from books, study guide
of allied material.
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 40
ASSIGNMENT No. 1
(Units 1–5)
Q.1 Listen to a conversation or interview in your native language where
someone expresses their likes and dislikes. Provide a summary of the
expressions used, highlighting at least five instances of likes and five
instances of dislikes. Additionally, analyze the intensity of the
expressions, whether they are mild or strong. Reflect on how cultural and
contextual factors influence the way likes and dislikes are expressed in
your language Read Unit 1, Section A for guidance. (10)
Q.2 Study Section B of Unit 1 and respond. Why is it important to understand the
purpose of the writer when reading about traffic signs? How can various clues,
such as titles, headings, and words in bold, help readers discern the writer's
intentions in a book about traffic signs? Why might the information about traffic
signs be crucial, and for whom it could be particularly relevant? (15)
Q.3 Study Unit 2 of the book. Practice using expressions for making plans and
stating intentions by creating a dialogue between two friends discussing their
future plans. (10)

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Q.4 Summarize the techniques for effective notetaking, including omitting
non- essential sentences and concentrating on important sentences and
words. For guidance, refer to Unit 2 of your book. (15)
Q.5 Study Unit 3, Section A. Considering the dialogue between Ahmed and
Naveed on changing a car tire, discuss the importance of clear and concise
instructions in various aspects of life. Examples of daily activities include
filling out forms, operating machines, and attempting exams. Additionally.
explain how effective communication of instructions contributes to
problem-solving and learning. (10)
Q.6 Write a letter to your friend who recently moved to another city. Write an
informal letter to him, updating him on your life and asking about theirs.
Include details about your studies and any upcoming plans and express
your desire to meet or catch up soon. Use the guidelines provided in the
content, including the format of the letter, addressing, greetings, and
closing remarks. Additionally, make sure to incorporate an excuse for any
delay in writing and express warmth and friendliness throughout the letter.
Study Unit 3 of the book for your guidance. (10)
Q.7 You are planning a trip to a new city and need information about
different aspects of your visit. Choose the appropriate question words
to ask for the necessary information in each situation. Read Unit 4,
Section A for learning how to form questions.
(10)
You want to know about the tourist attractions in the city.
Question: ______________________________________?
You need information about the local transportation system.
Question: _______________________________________?
You are interested in finding out about the best local restaurants.
Question: ________________________________________?
You want to know the weather forecast during your stay.
Question: ________________________________________?
Please remember to use the question words (What, Where, How, etc.)
correctly in each situation to gather the information you need for your trip.
Q.8 Recognize the topic sentence, main idea, and supporting details in the
following text. Unit 4, Section B guides you how to do this. (10)
The International Day of Global Unity, observed on November 15th, is a
testament to the power of friendship and cooperation worldwide. This
day serves as a reminder that, despite our diverse backgrounds, cultures,
and nationalities, we share a common humanity that unites us. It
encourages individuals to embrace the richness of our global tapestry,
fostering cultural exchange, understanding, and respect. The International
Day of Global Unity is a call to action, urging people to collaborate on
addressing global challenges collectively. Through virtual gatherings,
educational initiatives, and acts of kindness, this day inspires a sense of
interconnectedness, emphasizing that our shared future depends on the
bonds of friendship and unity that extend beyond borders. As we
celebrate this day, we recognize the potential of global collaboration in
creating a more harmonious and peaceful world for generations to come.

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Q.9 Imagine you are organizing a small get-together and want to invite your
friend. Write a short invitation using appropriate expressions from the
dialogues you have listened to. Additionally, provide a sample response
that your friend might give to accept or decline the invitation. Read Unit 5.
Section A for guidelines.
Remember to include expressions such as "I wonder if you would like
to...". "Would you like to join...", or any other suitable phrases. (10)
Total Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 40
ASSIGNMENT No. 2
(Units 6–9)
Q.1. Study Unit 6, Section A of your book. We do not express our approval and
disapproval in words only; we can show our approval and disapproval by
nonverbal communication. You may use signals, gestures and face expressions
for the purpose of approval or disapproval as well. How will you express your
approval and disapproval in the following situations? Write a sentence to show
approval or disapproval as well as draw any nonverbal sign such as smile, face
expression or gestures to present it as well. (15)
1. Your parents give you a lovely gift.
____________________________________________________.
2. Your sister has just found her lost purse.
____________________________________________________.
3. The dog bites a man's leg.
____________________________________________________.
4. You found your car keys missing from the table.
____________________________________________________.
5. Your friend does not return the money he/she has borrowed from you.
____________________________________________________.
Q.2. Here is a simple story from Section B of Unit 6 in your book. You must
have heard it numerous times when you were very young. Read the story
and then answer the questions given at the end. (10)
THE LION AND THE MOUSE:
A LION ASLEEP IN HIS LAIR WAS WAKENED BY A MOUSE RUNNING
OVER HIS FACE. LOSING HIS TEMPER HE SEIZED IT WITH HIS PAW AND
WAS ABOUT TO KILL IT. THE MOUSE, TERRIFIED, PITEOUSLY BEGGED
HIM TO SPARE HIS LIFE. "LET ME GO AND ONE DAY I WILL REPAY YOU
FOR YOUR KINDNESS", THIS AMUSED THE LION TO THINK A SMALL
CREATURE LIKE THIS COULD HELP HIM. ONE DAY THE LION GOT
ENTANGLED IN A NET WHICH HAD BEEN SPREAD FOR GAME BY THE
HUNTERS, AND THE MOUSE RECOGNISED HIS ROAR OF ANGER AND
RAN TO THE SPOT. HE BEGAN TO GNAW THE ROPES WITH HIS TEETH,
AND SUCCEEDED IN SETTING THE LION FREE. "THERE" SAID THE
MOUSE, "YOU LAUGHED AT ME WHEN I PROMISED TO REPAY YOU: BUT
NOW YOU SEE, EVEN A MOUSE CAN HELP A LION".
1. What caused the lion to wake up from his sleep?
2. Why did the lion laugh at the mouse?
3. "He began to gnaw the ropes with his teeth." What does the word
gnawed mean in this sentence?
4. What lesson did the lion learn from the mouse?
5. Name the characters present in the story.

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Q.3. Study Section C of Unit 6 in your book for guidance. Put a “W” beside
sentences that are wordy. Put a “C” beside sentences that are concise. (10)
1. Pakistan is an agricultural country.
2. Allama Iqbal is located in the center of Islamabad city, the city with
lush green areas and people dream of loving in Islamabad.
3. Urdu is the national language of Pakistan.
4. Pakistan is a host of many languages which enrich the linguistic
landscape of the country.
5. Mubashar is my best friend.
Q.4. Describe your daily routine. What do you do first? What's next? What do
you do just before you leave home for school, college, university or
office? Write an interesting paragraph using appropriate words to show
sequence. For guidance, refer to Unit 7 of your book. (15)
Q.5. It is explained in Unit 7 that items, events, or even ideas are arranged in
the order in which they occur. The sequence pattern becomes clear by
using transition words or sequence markers such as: (10)
Next. By noon, Before, That Wednesday, Yesterday
Q.6. Study Unit 8 for learning the process of vocabulary development. Then
add affixes to the following root words to make new words: (10)
1. Load
2. Home
3. Interest
4. Honest
5. Encourage
6. Friend
7. Regret
8. Light
9. Hope
10. Deep
Q.7. Study Unit 8 for your guidance. Your friend has failed in English language
test as his vocabulary is low. Give five tips to your friend to help in
developing vocabulary. (15)
Q.8. Take help from Unit 9 of your book and tell which of the following pairs
of words do not form a rhyme? (05)
1. Braid Brass
2. Boast Toast
3. Map Mop
4. Drink Pink
5. Perform Person
Q.9. Study the concept of alliteration in Unit 9 of your book. Then, identify the
alliteration in the following examples: (10)
1. The cute cat clawed the couch, creating chaos.
2. Dani's dog dove deep in the dam, drinking dirty water as he dove.
3. Mani's microphone made much music.
4. Nomi's nephew needed new notebooks now not never.
5. Sara's seven sisters slept soundly in the sand.