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TABLE OF CONTENTS
 Name of the Candidate Register Number Semester Department

S.N Signatur
Date Topic Page
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1 Sentence Completion

2
Identifying the Errors

3
Reading Comprehension

Job Application Letter &

4
Resume

5 Presentation Skills

6 (a) Presentation – I

6 (b) Presentation – II

7 Group Discussion

8 Interview Skills

9 Different Types of Interviews

10 Statement of Purpose

Ex No: Sentence Completion Date:

Choose from the four alternatives the words which best complete the sentence:

1. The latest negotiations came to a sudden close with the _________ of renewed agitation.
a) demand c) note
b) threat d) call

2. A large number of ____________ career women are unhappy at the lack of childcare
facilities.
a) desiring c) would be
b) desirious d) willing

3. Vasanth is so ___________ that, in such a big crowd, you may have hardly had time to
notice him.
a) self-effacing c) self-critical
b) selfish d) self-opinionated

4. ____________ he is in Bombay than he calls his uncle Krishnan.

a) while c) no sooner
b) as soon as d) whenever

5. Our forefathers would find ____________ the speed with which we can travel round the
world.
a) wonderful c) miraculous
b) rash d) staggering

6. Though she was most eager to reveal the secret she exercised some ____________.
a) check c) moderation
b) restraint d) tolerance

7. It is anybody’s guess how much she earns a month, but Rs.20,000 can’t be _________ of
the mark.
a) far c) distant
b) farther d) wide
8. Her hopes of settling in America were ___________ when she lost her jewellery box.
a) dashed c) frustrated
b) defeated d) beaten

9. The rules required that anyone who had held office for two consecutive years was not
__________ for re-election.
a) admissible c) eligible
b) permissible d) accessible

10. He wondered whether he would be able to __________ with a bus load of passengers on
a 500 mile drive.
a) manage c) cope
b) keep d) arrange

11. To be _________, I think you did not do the right thing.

a) clever c) frank
b) free d) straight

12. Unhygienic surroundings ____________ health problems.

a) give rise to c) call for
b) bring into being d) set in

13. Access to your personal library is the only thing for which I have ever ___________.
a) set out c) intended
b) concluded d) craved

14. A group of agitators __________ the mob to break down the vice-chancellor’s door.
a) wished c) threatened
b) excited d) incited

15. The Vice-Chancellor’s __________ answer led to an outcry from the students.
a) uncontrolled c) unjustified
b) persuasive d) evasive
16. All our efforts to persuade grandfather to come and stay with us were of no _________.
a) effect c) result
b) avail d) purpose

17. When their father died their uncle sold the old house and _________________ in a small
flat in a far off suburb.
a) set them up c) put them up
b) put them down d) set them down

18. In our country voting is not a statutory requirement but in some other countries it is
________________.
a) voluntary c) optional
b) compulsory d) compulsive

19. Migrant workers can be seen working on many of the building __________________ in
New Delhi.
a) sites c) locations
b) premises d) spots

20. The old gentleman ___________ to be a very good friend of my grandfather.

a) turned out c) turned up
b) turned over d) turned in

21. People criticize modern doctors for __________ too many medicines for trivial
complaints.
a) prescribing c) advising
b) ordering d) proposing

22. It is not easy to _________ your own life if you live among inquisitive neighbours.
a) live c) spend
b) lead d) shape
23. Good restaurants serving pure vegetarian food are very hard to ___________.
a) come by c) go through
 b) get in d) take to

24. Being awarded a Bharat Ratna marked a ___________ in her life.

a) yardstick c) milestone
b) sign-post d) memorial

25. The motion was __________ by seven votes to two, with one abstention.
a) allowed c) voted
b) proposed d) carried

26. If you want to save money, you must _______________ the shopping you do.
a) cut down on c) put up with
b) get rid of d) go down with

27. All education is ___________ on an adult’s view of what a child should learn.
a) founded c) built
b) grounded d) based

28. With a little imagination it is possible to organize house work so as to ____________.

a) subtract c) make less
b) diminish d) minimize
29. Population increase __________ with depletion of foreign reserves has led to great daily
hardships.
a) joined c) added
b) mixed d) coupled

30. Considering the poor and inadequate municipal services we get, the rates we pay are
_______________.
a) out of this world c) daylight robbery
b) down to earth d) peanuts

31. It is hazardous to work in many factories and a moment’s ___________ can lead to
tragedy.
a) apathy c) negligence
 b) delay d) oversight

32. Prospective students have to prove that they have sufficient money to cover their course
fees and _______________.
a) lodging c) board
b) maintenance d) sustenance

33. Many economists regard unemployment as _______________ part of the efforts to

control Inflation.
a) a component c) a useful
b) a certain d) a compulsory

34. Having been born in a good family he is _________ rich to beg.

a) very c) greatly
b) too d) plenty

35. Tourists always enjoyed ___________ the setting sun in the Darjeeling hills.
a) to watch c) watching
b) in seeing d) seeing

36. Some of the students were intelligent, others slow _________________.

a) in understanding c) understanding
b) taking things in d) taking in things

37. There was a large car-park outside the building _______________ for the VIPs.
a) reserving it c) lying
b) kept d) set apart

38. Members of Parliament are meant to __________ the interests of their electors.
a) preserve c) serve
b) identify d) promote
39. The news of the secret deal soon ___________ despite official silence.
a) revealed c) disclosed
b) leaked out d) spread
40. Many teachers may find it necessary to supplement their _____________ by taking some
part-time jobs.
a) earnings c) remuneration
b) profits d) income

41. Several hundred workers were made __________ when the factory closed.
a) unnecessary c) dispensable
b) redundant d) extra

42. By setting up the new industry the returns in the short ___________ are likely to be
eager, but over a number of years the profits will grow in an impressive manner.
a) term c) spell
b) time d) stint

43. Unemployment is now so widespread that _____________ work is hard to find.

a) temporary c) incidental
b) casual d) momentary

44. It is true that the new baker has_________ bread.

a) plenty c) little
b) few d) large

45. She had known me _____________.

a) since long c) last two years
b) a long time d) before two years

46. As the headmaster was cruel to her, she __________ there again.
a) may go c) shall not go
b) could go d) ought to go

47. He was _________ Rs.5000 for drinking and driving.

a) penalized c) punished
b) fined d) paid
48. People who never read or travelled tend to be __________________.
a) restricted c) straight-laced
b) narrow-minded d) sheltered

49. The slum children __________ round a makeshift fire to keep warm.
a) grouped c) tucked
b) huddled d) elbowed

50. In these days of inflation, administration costs are ___________.

a) climbing c) raising
b) lifting d) soaring

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Ex No: Date:
Identifying the Errors

Identify the error free sentence in the following pairs:

1. a) The most of potatoes were frozen.

b) Most of the potatoes were frozen.

2. a) Vincent told her not to step in the puddle.

b) Vincent told her to not step in the puddle.

3. a) A girl has a sports car who is in our club.

b) A girl who is in our club has a sports car.

4. a) Never have I seen such poor manners.

b) Never I have seen such poor manners.

5. a) Geetha eats neither chicken nor fish.

b) Geetha neither eats chicken nor fish.

6. a) Mary will be tomorrow here.

b) Mary will be here tomorrow.

7. a) Felix showed to Cindy some of her seashells.

b) Felix showed some of her seashells to Cindy.

8. a) Vinod has read the three first pages.

b) Vinod has read the first three pages.

9. a) Jean always comes late for rehearsal.

b) Jean comes always late for rehearsal.

10. a) Is the bath water warm enough for you?

b) Is the bath water enough warm for you?

11. a) Why was he late this morning?

b) Why he was late this morning?

12. a) Jerry went to the supermarket last night.

b) Jerry last night went to the supermarket.

13. a) She stroked with her hand his back.

b) She stroked his back with her hand.

14.a) My brother has an apartment very small.

b) My brother has a very small apartment.

15. a) I could not have made it without you.

b) I could have not made it without you.

16.a) I have never eaten a such tasty meal.

b) I have never eaten such a tasty meal.

17. a) When Gordon came the storm ended.

b) Gordon when he came the storm ended.

18. a) Gary wrote carefully the letter.

b) Gary wrote the letter carefully.

19. a) He was in the swimming pool?

b) Was he in the swimming pool?

20. a) Half the afternoon is over.

b) The half afternoon is over.

21. a) Only my wife and I are coming.

b) Only I and my wife are coming.

22. a) Henry asked her what instrument she played.

b) Henry asked her what instrument did she play.

23. a) Last night came to our house a woman.

b) A woman came to our house last night.

24. a) Kevin called him only once after that.

b) Kevin only called him once after that.

25. a) My grandmother will visit us in March 29.

b) My grandmother will visit us on March 29.

26. a) Please give me an one rupee coin.

b) Please give me a one rupee coin.

27. a) That man is standing under the tree.

b) That man is standing below the tree.

28. a) I am standing here since 5 o'clock.

b) I have been standing here since 5 o'clock.

29. a) My friend with his wife are visiting us today.

b) My friend with his wife is visiting us today.

30. a) Don't loose your temper.

b) Don't lose your temper.

31. a) You should come to school with uniform.

b) You should come to school in uniform.

32. a) When do you return from Madurai?

b) When do you return back from Madurai?

33. a) Raj dares not speak ill of his boss.

b) Raj dare not speak ill of his boss.

34. a) He seldom comes late to school, doesn't he?

b) He seldom comes late to school, does he?

35. a) I sat among Ram and Govind.

b) I sat between Ram and Govind.

36. a) I bought a 200 page notebook.

b) I bought a 200 pages notebook.

37. a) Ragu is one of the cleverest boys in the class.

b) Ragu is one of the cleverest boy in the class.

38. a) He threw away the old furnitures in anger.

b) He threw away the old furniture in anger.

39.a) Politics are a dirty game today.

b) Politics is a dirty game today.

40. a) I never told you that I would meet you.

b) I never told you that I will meet you.

41.a) He denied that he was not a thief.

b) He denied that he was a thief.

42. a) Who are your adopted parents?

b) Who are your foster parents?

43. a) You cannot see bacterias with your naked eye.

b) You cannot see bacteria with your naked eye.

44. a) My friend did not sing so good as I did.

b) My friend did not sing so well as I did.

45. a) You should be like Himalayas in majesty.

b) You should be like the Himalayas in majesty.

46. a) Time and tide wait for no man.

b) Time and tide waits for no man.

47. a) My bag with five notebooks were stolen yesterday.

b) My bag with five notebooks was stolen yesterday.

48. a) I bought some stationeries in this shop.

b) I bought some stationery in this shop.

49. a) The secret is known by me.

b) The secret is known to me.

50. a) Many a flower are born to blush unseen.

b) Many a flower is born to blush unseen.

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Ex No: Reading Comprehension Date:

Select the correct answer given under each passage:

1. Rama’s parents were humble and financially weak. But Rama was fond of reading
books but his financial position did not allow him to buy books. So, he worked as a
low grade servant in a library and read books there.
Rama came from a _________family.
a) middle class c) well-to-do
b) poor d) none of these

2. Arjuna was a great archer capable of aiming objects even at a great distance. He was
great in shooting arrows as he concentrated his attention fully well on the target, His
aim never failed.
His arrows hit the _________ straight.
a) bird c) target
b) tree d) object

3. Elephants are found in India and Africa. The elephants in India are beautiful though
the tusks are small. Even the ears are small when compared with those of the African
elephants.
The elephants in Africa have_______________________.
a) long trunks c) small tusks
b) long tusks d) medium seized tusks

4. Refrigerators were considered as luxurious as they were costly and so the rich houses
only could afford a fridge. Now-a-days they are no longer luxuries. They are
necessary.
Refrigerators were __________ in the past.
a) cheap c) costly
b) very cheap d) more costly

5. The Ganges is the longest river in India irrigating thousands of acres of land. Most of
the states in North India will suffer if the Ganges goes dry. It is feared that the river is
likely to disappear in the days to come.
The Ganges irrigates ___________ of the states in North India.
a) much c) most
b) many d) more
6. The universe comprises Galaxies that are huge with millions of stars; some galaxies
have great spiralling arms trailing around them. Milky Way is a good example.
Galaxies have ____________ spiralling arms.
a) great c) greatest
b) greater d) more greater

7. The Humpi ruins in Karnataka receive a good number of foreign visitors. The ruins
are spread over a vast stretch of lands standing as a monument to the glorious
Vijayanagar Empire.
The ruins are spread over a ____________ stretch of lands.
a) more vast c) vast
b) most vast d) none of these

8. Comets are luminous celestial bodies moving round the sun. If any comet is sighted,
it is believed that it signals the death of a royal figure. It is considered a superstition.
The blind belief is called________________.
a) false belief c) wrong belief
b) superstition d) bad signal

9. A name is given specifically to the mountain range of the Andes in South Africa and
other great ranges in North America. That name is Cordillera. The word ‘Cordillera’
is derived from the Spanish word meaning ‘chain’.
The name of the ranges is ____________.
a) Chain c) Cordillera
b) Andes d) Spanish
10. The Sun and Moon produce certain tides when they act in opposition. Such tides are
called Neap Tides. They occur twice monthly.
Neap Tides occur __________ in a month.
a) once c) twice
b) thrice d) five times

11. Mirage is an optical illusion produced by the atmosphere. It is caused by the

refraction of the light rays. The illusion results in the objects floating in mid-air or
appearing on the ground as if they were in existence.
 Mirage is caused by________________________.
a) Optical illusion c) Atmosphere
b) Refraction of light d) Objects floating in mid-air

12. Ozone is pure but unstable. It is formed in the air around electric motors whenever an
electric discharge causes sparks.
Ozone is ____________.
a) stable c) unstable
b) more stable d) most stable

13. The heart, the pumping station of the system, is a muscular organ about the size of a
closed fist. Its average weighs is about 340 grams in men and 255 grams in women.
It lies to the left, in the chest.
The heart weighs ___________ grams in men.
a) 255 c) 255 or 340
b) 340 d) none of these

14. Colour blindness means the inability to distinguish red and green colours, particularly
their less bright shades, in dim lights. This is more common among males than in
females.
Colour blindness means inability to distinguish ______________ shades.
a) bright c) brighter
b) more bright d) less bright
15. Cancer is an abnormal growth of cells. Its cure is not certain. Its symptoms are a sore
that does not heal, repeated bleeding in women after menopause, persistent
indigestion etc. Cancer means_____________________________.
a) A sore that does not heal c) An abnormal growth of cells
b) Repeated bleeding d) Menopause

16. Cooking takes more time on mountain tops. It is due to low pressure on mountain
tops. The water boils at the lowest temperature as the boiling point is always
proportional to pressure.
Cooking takes more time due to _________________ on mountain tops.
a) less pressure c) more pressure
 b) low pressure d) lowest pressure

17. The liver is the largest organ in our body and it weighs one and half kilos. It performs
more than 500 jobs, some of them is essential to life.
The largest organ in our body is the_____________.
a) intestine c) liver
b) heart d) rib

18. The atmosphere protects the Earth. It softens the intense light and heat of the Sun. It
is bound to the Earth by gravity. The ultra violet rays of the Sun are absorbed by it
protecting the living organisms from extinction.
The atmosphere absorbs the ______________________________.
a) heat of the Sun c) ultra violet rays of the Sun
b) intense light of the Sun d) organisms

19. An earth quake is basically the vibration of Earth produced by the rapid release of
energy. This energy spreads in all directions in the form of waves. These are called
seismic waves. An earth quake is caused by________________.
a) Vibration c) Seismic waves
b) Energy release d) Waves
20. Ocean currents are swift moving large masses of surface water. They move in a fairly
well defined direction over great distances. They influence the climate of bordering
coastal regions.
Ocean currents are large masses of surface___________.
a) Water c) Glaciers
b) Ice d) None of these

21. Mt. Everest is the highest peak looking snow white in the Himalayas. It is situated in
Nepal. The snow clad peak presents a beautiful spectacle.
The highest peak in the Himalayas is _______________.
a) Kanchenjunga c) Mt. Everest
b) Dhaulagiri d) Nanga Parbat
22. Harappan potteries are mostly wheel made wares. They are plain and painted. They
are decorated in many ways. Circles, squares, figures of animals, birds etc. make
them more ornamental. Harappan potteries are __________ ornamental.
a) more c) much
b) most d) very

23. Aryans’ main occupations were agriculture and cattle rearing. They were good at
weaving cloth, tanning leather and making ornaments. They traded locally and in
foreign countries. Barter system was popular then.
Aryans used _____________ in trade.
a) Legal tender c) Leather coins
b) Barter system d) Copper coins

24. The word ‘Sangam’ refers to a college or assembly of Tamil scholars. It was
supported by Pandya Kings of Madurai. It is said that there were three Sangams
lasting for 9,990 years. Sangam was supported by _________
a) Chera kings c) Pallava kings
b) Chola kings d) Pandya kings
25. Alexander was the son of Kings Philip, a great King of Macedonia. Aristotle was his
teacher. He came to India and defeated King Porus. He wanted to bring India under
his control but failed in that attempt. Alexander defeated King ______________.
a) King Sisunaga c) Porus
b) Purushothaman d) None of these

26. Mahatma Gandhi moved the masses in India spiritually and launched the freedom
struggle. Indians looked on him as the savior of the country. They were drawn
towards him as his Satyagraha attracted all. Gandhiji was popular for
his_________________.
a) Quit India movement c) Satyagraha
b) Dandi march d) Ahimsa

27. Olympic Games are held once in four years. The events bring all players and sports
men together from all parts of the world. The games are conducted in a city and the
International Olympic Committee only decides where the games are to be held.
 Olympic Games are held once in four years in ___________.
a) Tokyo c) Athens
b) Paris d) None of these

28. Aristotle was a famous Greek philosopher. He was a disciple of Plato. His books are
well known; of them the Ethics and Poetics are the best known works.
The Ethics and Poetics are the _________ known works of Aristotle.
a) good c) best
b) better d) well

29. Skin covers the whole body and protects the muscles under it. It consists of two
layers, Epidermis and Dermis. It regulates the temperature. It throws out the waste
products via perspiration. Skin regulates____________.
a) Perspiration c) Epidermis
b) Dermis d) The temperature

30. A wet cloth is placed on the forehead of a patient suffering from high temperature.
The reason is that water evaporating from the wet cloth cools the body. The
temperature comes down. The wet cloth ___________ the body.
a) cool c) cooled
b) cools d) has cooled

31. The sky appears blue. It is because of the light scattered by dust particles in the
atmosphere. The wave lengths of all colours differ. The shorter wavelengths are
scattered. Blue has the shortest wavelength of all colours. So the sky appears blue.
The colour with the shortest wavelength is __________.
a) red c) green
b) blue d) orange

32. Tsunami is a Japanese word. It means ‘harbour wave’. It hit the southern coast of the
Indian Peninsula on 26th December 2004. Thousands of people died in Indonesia.
Tsunami means _____________.
a) Under current c) Tidal wave
b) Harbour wave d) Neap tide
33. Steppes is the area unforested and unflooded by high water. Grassy vegetation
growing on black soils is its special quality. The steppes have warm dry summers and
cold winters. Vegetation grows on ___________.
a) Alluvial soil c) Black soil
b) Delta d) None of these

34. The Pacific Ocean is the largest ocean in the world. Its area is 165,242,000 sq.km.
The greatest known depth is 35,610 feet.
The _________ known depth of it is 35,610 feet.
a) great c) greatest
b) greater d) more greater

35. The Goddess kali called Rama a funny and witty fellow. She blessed him with the
gift of making people laugh. She said further, that would be called a vikatakavi or a
jesting poet. Kali gave Rama the name __________.
a) A jester c) Vikatakavi
b) Poet d) Funny fellow

36. India is a developing country with its great resources and manpower. The only
drawback is the failing monsoon affecting the agricultural operations. Therefore its
further development depends on its improvement of agriculture through proper
irrigation and adopting new modern farming techniques.
Indian agricultures can improve through _____________ irrigation.
a) more proper c) proper
b) most proper d) improper

37. The shark is a large killer fish living in sea. It has sharp teeth and pointed fin on its
back.
It attacks usually swimmers.
The Shark ___________ usually swimmers.
a) in attacking c) attack
b) attacks d) none of these
38. Glasses is a pair of lenses in a frame resting on the nose and ears. It improves the eye
sight. Binoculars, goggles and magnifying glasses are available for a bigger vision.
A bigger vision is possible through _______________.
a) frame c) nose
b) glasses d) magnifying glasses

39. Computer is an electronic device for storing information. It helps to calculate and
analyze. Its sister unit is laptop. It can be carried to any place.
Computer’s sister unit is ____________.
a) Software c) Laptop
b) Hardware d) Floppy
40. Lions are found in India and Africa. They belong to the cat family. The lion is called
the King of the forest. Its mane gives to it a beautiful look. Lions are
________animals.
a) domestic c) bold
b) wild d) shy

41. People in the past moved from one place to another on foot or used carts drawn by
animals. They lived a simple life and enjoyed a good health as industrialization was
unknown at that time and so they breathed fresh air.
People in the past breathed ____________ air.
a) fresher c) fresh
b) more fresh d) pure

42. Rig Veda is the earliest among the Vedas. It is a collection of devotional songs
offered to various gods. The famous Gayatri Mantra finds a place in it.
The earliest Veda is _____________.
a) Yajur Veda c) Rig Veda
b) Sama Veda d) Athervana Veda

43. Fahien was a Chinese traveller who visited India during the time of Chandragupta II.
His aim was to study and pursue the Buddhist texts. He described the religious
conditions of India, especially the condition of Buddhism.
Fahiene was interested in _________.
 a) Hinduism c) Buddhism
b) Jainism d) None of these

44. Dinosaurs lived long-long ago; now the race has disappeared. They were of a huge
size capable of covering long distances. Their fossils are found in Ariyalur near
Tiruchirapalli. They were inhabiting plains mostly.
They inhabitated __________.
a) Forest c) Hill side
b) Plains d) Coastal

45. Green Revolution means a significant improvement in agricultural production in a

short period. The mid 1960’s was an important period as there was a great revolution
in the Indian agriculture though it had its adverse effects. It promoted agriculture and
produced inequalities in rural sector.
The effect of Green Revolution was felt in ______________.
a) mid-1950’s c) mid-1970’s
b) mid-1960’s d) in 1964

46. Deepavali is celebrated with a great pomp and bustle. Of late it has its own harmful
effects on our health. Crackers pollute air; their noise affects our eardrum. Their
poisonous fumes carried in the air are highly dangerous. So, steps must be taken to
control the use of crackers. They release sulphur-di-oxide and carbon monoxide.
The air carries ___________________ released by crackers.
a) Fumes c) Carbon-dioxide
b) Sulphur dioxide d) Oxygen

47. Teeth are made of enamel, denties and pulp. Enamel is mainly made of calcium and
phosphorus and it is the hardest material in our body. But the teeth begin to decay
while aging as acids break through the enamel. So, enamel care is more important.
Enamel is ______________ material in our body.
a) harder c) most harder
b) the hardest d) very hard
 48. Female anopheles causes Malaria. A kind of cell organism enters into the blood and
destroys red blood corpuscles. The result is high fever. It can be prevented by
destroying mosquitoes. D.D.T, Kerosene oil etc will destroy them.
Malaria is caused by ________________.
a) A cell organism c) Red corpuscles
b) Female anopheles d) None of these

49. Hibernation is winter sleep. It is seen in many mammals, reptiles, infects, etc. This
condition is common in temperate and arctic regions. The temperature of the
mammals drop to that of the surroundings.
Hibernation is common in _________________________.
a) Polar regions c) Arctic regions
b) Temperate regions d) Temperate and arctic regions

50. Wrinkles in the skin are caused by one’s long exposure to the Sun. With aging, the
middle layer of the skin worsens and wrinkles appear. The ultra violet radiation from
the Sun also breaks down the middle layer. So one should limit his exposure to direct
Sunlight.
The wrinkles on the skin are caused by______________________.
a) Gamma rays c) Ultra violet radiation of the sun
b) Ultra violet rays d) Creams and lotions

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Ex No: Presentation Skills Date:

 Presentation skill is the process of showing and explaining the content of a topic to an
audience. Communicating your ideas effectively, to either a person or group, is an act that
can pose a variety of challenges. By taking a few essential considerations into account, you
can significantly enhance the efficiency and quality of your presentations.

As part of an extended interview/selection centre you may be asked to give a short

presentation. Usually you choose the topic from a list which may include your hobbies, a
recent holiday, a current affairs topic or one of your achievements, or sometimes you
may be asked to make a presentation on a case study you have previously done as part of the
extended interview. The purpose is not to test your subject knowledge, but to see how well
you can speak in public. Typically you will be asked to talk for five minutes, and will be
given 20 or 30 minutes beforehand to prepare.

BASIC TIPS ON MAKING PRESENTATIONS:

 Dress smartly: Don’t let your appearance distract from what you are saying.

 Smile. Don’t hunch up and shuffle your feet. Have an upright posture. Try to appear
confident and enthusiastic.

 Say hello and smile when you greet the audience: your audience will probably look
at you and smile back: an instinctive reaction.

 Speak clearly, firmly and confidently as this makes you sound in control. Don’t
speak too quickly: you are likely to speed up and raise the pitch of your voice when
nervous. Give the audience time to absorb each point. Don’t talk in a monotone the
whole time. Lift your head up and address your words to someone near the back of
audience. If you think people at the back can’t hear, ask them.

 Keep within the allotted time for your talk.

 You could try to involve your audience by asking them a question.

 Use silence to emphasize points. Before you make a key point pause: this tells the
audience that something important is coming. It’s also the hallmark of a confident
speaker as only these are happy with silences. Nervous speakers tend to gabble on
trying to fill every little gap.
  Eye contact is crucial to holding the attention of your audience. Look at everyone
in the audience from time to time, not just at your notes or at the PowerPoint slides.
Try to involve everyone, not just those directly in front of you.

 Don’t read out your talk, as this sounds boring and stilted, but refer to brief notes
jotted down on small (postcard sized) pieces of card. Don’t look at your notes too
much as this suggests insecurity and will prevent you making eye contact with the
audience.

 It’s OK to use humour, in moderation, but better to use anecdotes than to rattle off a
string of jokes.

 Take along a wristwatch to help you keep track of time – the assessor may cut you
off as soon as you have used the time allocated, whether or not you have finished.

 It can be very helpful to practice at home in front of a mirror. You can also record
your presentation and play it back to yourself: don’t judge yourself harshly when you
replay this – we always notice our bad points and not the good when hearing or seeing
a recording or ourselves! Time how long your talk takes. Run through the talk a few
times with a friend.

 It’s normal to be a little nervous. This is a good thing as it will make you more
energized. Many people have a fear of speaking in public. Practicing will make sure
that you are not too anxious. In your mind, visualize yourself giving a confident
successful performance. Take a few deep slow breaths before your talk starts and
make a conscious effort to speak slowly and clearly.

 Build variety into the talk and break it up into sections: apparently, the average
person has a three minute attention span.

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Ex No: Group Discussion Date:

What is GD?

Group Discussion is a process where exchange of ideas and opinions are

debated upon. This process is mostly used for selecting candidates. A typical GD comprises
of a small group of candidates. Each group is then given a topic for discussion. The topic can
be general or specific. Remember to take a stand during the discussion. It is not necessary
that you conclude by a positive or a negative viewpoint, but to summarize the discussion well
and being neutral gives you an edge over others. The candidates are given a time limit for
discussing this topic. Each participant has to give his or her views about this topic. The
panelists are there to judge the discussion. After the time limit is over, the best candidate
from the group is selected. The same process is followed for other groups.

Features of GD:

 It is a modern method to judge a candidate’s personality

 It is a test to measure the qualities of leadership, cooperation, patience,
tolerance, grasp of subject.
 It is a test for the communication as well as interpersonal skills.
 It is not on a pre-planned topic.
 It is a spontaneous many-to-many conversation.
 There is no fixed time for everyone.
 It is more dynamic and should be revolving around.
 It is not expected to be a debate.
 It demands a group sharing.

Benefits of GD:

 It enables the candidate to break the shyness and nervousness.

 It helps the candidates to come out of their own inhibitions.
 It stimulates thinking on a focused objective.
 It cultivates self-confidence and mental alertness.
 It increases the power of reasoning and logical approach.
 It cultivates group dynamics.
 It brings out the real personality of the candidate.
GD-Evaluation parameters:

 The Depth of General Knowledge.

 Team spirit and social adaptability.
 Power of Expression- clearly, fluently and logically.
 Knowledge on the subject discussed.
 Leadership qualities- attitude (flexible), confidence and courage.
 Problem solving skills and listening skills.
 Extent of Participation- quality and involvement.
 Liveliness- Cheerful nature, interest and keenness.
 Co-operative attitude, readiness to accept mistakes, ability to accept criticism
with grace.
 Ability to influence others with one’s talking.

GD- Do’s:

 Deliver points with substantial reasoning.

 It somebody delivered your view, add more points to that rather than skipping
it.
 Listen to others view patiently and carefully.
 Be alert to take it as a note mentally.
 Maintain a logical flow with modulation.
 Deliver only accurate statements, not the assumptions.
 Maintain eye contacts with entire group.
 Try to open the Discussion as a lead person.
 Be flexible, friendly and cooperative.
 Initiate new things, when the discussion got stuck on some point.
 Talk with self-confidence & emotional comfort.

GD- Don’ts:

 Don’t be shy or nervous to talk.

 Don’t interrupt others when they deliver.
 Don’t get into emotional activities.
 Don’t change your stand without right justification.
  Don’t try to monopolize the discussion.
 Don’t create sub-groups.
 Don’t try to correct others grammar mistakes.
 Don’t make any instant comments on others.

GD Skills- A Transition Approach:

Developing GD skills involves the following transition:

 Developing Communication skills.

 Developing listening skills.
 Developing conceptualizing skills.
 Developing problem solving skills.
 Participating on formal debates.
 Practicing small group interactions.

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Ex No: Interview skills Date:

 An interview is a conversation between two or more people where questions are
asked by the interviewer to elicit facts or statements from the interviewee.

Here are 10 tips for interview success:

1. First impressions count:

Greet your interviewer with a smile and firm handshake. Give eye contact. Try to
make small talk during the walk from the reception area to the interview room.

2. Be prepared:
Re-read your CV just before the interview. Do your research thoroughly: Look at the
company web site or obtain all the details.

3. Don’t waffle:
Answer questions properly – even if you need a few moments silence to collect your
thoughts. It’s better to say you need a minute to think about your answer rather than speak
instantly and regret it afterwards.

4. Why should they hire you?

Be ready to talk about your knowledge, experience, abilities and skills. Have at least
three strong points about yourself that you can relate to the company and job on offer.

5. Be positive:
Think positively and enter the mindset to work well with others and maintain good
relationships. This includes not gossiping.

6. Remember your body language:

Do not fold your arms and lean back or look to the floor! Sit upright and try to
maintain good eye contact. Use your hands and lean forward when making a point.
7. Expect the unexpected:
It is impossible to plan for every difficult question. But try to appear relaxed and in
control. Ask the interviewer to repeat the question if necessary but do not evade it.
8. Develop rapport:
Show energy, be patient and smile. Have a sense of humour appropriate to the
situation and treat others with respect.

9. Clarify anything you are unsure of:

If you are not certain what are meant by a particular question, ask for clarification. Do
not be afraid to ask when you are likely to hear if you have been successful or not.

10. Remember your manners:

It is better to choose than to be chosen. Tell the interviewer why you are interested in
the company and job opportunity.

Here are the 10 questions you’re most likely to be asked in a job interview:

1. Tell me about yourself.

2. What are your career options right now?

3. Give me an example of your creativity.

4. Why should I hire you?

5. How long would you expect to work for us if hired?

6. Who has inspired you in your life and why?

7. What are your strengths and weaknesses?

8. What motivates you to do good job and what makes you angry?

9. What are your goals?

10. What questions do you have for me?

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 Ex No: Different Types of Interviews Date:

There are many different types of interviews. Once you are selected for an interview,
you may experience one or more of the situations described below. When you schedule an
interview, try to get as much information as possible and note that it is rare to have only one
interview prior to a job offer. Most employers will bring back a candidate a number of times
to be sure a potential employee will fit into the company culture.

Traditional Face-to-Face Interview:

 Most interviews are face-to-face. The most traditional is a one-on-one
conversation.
 Your focus should be on the person asking questions. Maintain eye contact,
listen and respond once a question has been asked.
 Your goal is to establish rapport with the interviewer and show them that your
qualifications will benefit their organization.\

Panel/Committee Interview:
 In this situation, there is more than one interviewer. Typically, three to ten
members of a panel may conduct this part of the selection process. This is
your chance to put your group management and group presentation skills on
display.
 As quickly as possible, try to 'read' the various personality types of each
interviewer and adjust to them. Find a way to connect with each interviewer.
 Remember to take your time in responding to questions. Maintain primary eye
contact with the panel member who asked the question, but also seek eye
contact with other members of the panel as you give your response.

Behavioral Interview:
 The basic premise behind this type of interview is that your past behavior is
the best predictor of your future actions. These types of questions may be
asked in any interview format—telephone, panel or one-on-one.
  If the employer asks behavior-oriented questions, they are no longer asking
hypothetical questions but are now asking questions that must be answered
based on facts.
 With a behavioral question, the interviewer is looking for results, not just an
activity list. They are listening for names, dates, places, the outcome and
especially what your role was in achieving that outcome.

Case Interview:
 In some interviews you may be asked to demonstrate your problem-solving
skills. The interviewer will outline a situation or provide you with a case study
and ask you to formulate a plan that deals with the problem.
 You do not have to come up with the ultimate solution. The interviewers are
looking for how you apply your knowledge and skills to a real-life situation.
Speak and reason aloud so interviewers have a full understanding of your
thought process.
 Before answering a case interview question, be prepared to ask the employer
numerous questions for clarity. The more you are able to analyze and dissect
the case study, the more you will likely impress your interviewer.

Telephone Interview:
 Many organizations will conduct interviews by telephone to narrow a field of
candidates. Telephone interviews may also be used as a preliminary interview
for candidates who live far away from the job site.
 It is important to treat this interview as you would a face-to-face connection.
Arrange for a quiet space and time to schedule the conversation. Clear a work
surface to minimize distractions.
 Focus on the conversation. Listen to the questions carefully before you
answer. Since your voice is the key, convey energy with inflection in your
voice.
 Have a copy of your resume nearby as a reference.
 Avoid using a phone with call waiting. You do not want to be interrupted
during an interview. Try to use a landline phone or a cell phone that is not
prone to dropping calls.
Group Interview:
 A group interview is usually designed to uncover the leadership potential of
prospective managers and employees who will be dealing with customers.
 The front-runner candidates are gathered together in an informal, discussion
type interview. A subject is introduced and the interviewer will start off the
discussion.
 The goal of the group interview is to see how you interact with others and how
you use your knowledge and reasoning to influence others.

Stress Interview:
 This form of interview was more common in sales positions and is rare today.
However, you should be aware of the signals. The stress interview is usually a
deliberate attempt to see how you handle yourself under pressure.
 The interviewer may be sarcastic or argumentative, or may keep you waiting.
Do not take it personally.
 Calmly answer each question. Ask for clarification if you need it and never
rush into an answer.
 The interviewer may also lapse into silence at some point during the
questioning. This may be an attempt to unnerve you. Sit silently until the
interviewer resumes the questions. If a minute goes by, ask if he/she needs
clarification of your last comment.

Mock Interview:

 A mock interview provides you with an opportunity to practice for an

interview and receive feedback. Here's information on mock interviews, how
to set up a mock interview, and how practice interviews can help you prepare
for an actual interview.

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