English – Style, Naturalness and Effective Expression

Style, Naturalness and Effective Expression Style is the distinctive way in which a person or text uses language. It involves choices concerning vocabulary, sentence structure, rhythm, tone, emphasis, organization, and level of formality. What Makes Language Natural? Natural English generally follows the patterns that speakers commonly use. For example: make a decision sounds more natural…

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English – Formality, Informality, Tone and Register

Formality, Informality, Tone and Register English changes according to the situation in which it is used. The language appropriate for a conversation with a friend may not be appropriate for an official letter or academic paper. These differences involve formality, informality, tone, and register. Formality Formal English is commonly used in: academic writing official correspondence…

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English – Precision, Clarity and Coherence

Precision, Clarity and Coherence Effective communication requires more than grammatical correctness. The reader must be able to understand the intended message accurately and follow the relationship between ideas. Three important qualities are precision, clarity, and coherence. Precision Precision means expressing exactly what is intended. Compare: Many people attended the meeting. with: More than 200 employees…

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English – Correctness, Usage and Common Grammar Problems

Correctness, Usage and Common Grammar Problems Correctness in English refers to using grammatical structures, words, and conventions in ways that conform to the accepted rules and norms of a particular variety or context. However, correctness and naturalness are not always identical. A sentence can be grammatically possible but sound unusual in a particular context. Grammar…

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English Literature Balochistan PCS Paper II 2009

BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POST(S) OF BCS (EB) OFFICER B-17 / SECTION OFFICER B-17 ENGLISH LITERATURE PERIOD – II Total Marks: 150 Tuesday, February 10, 2009 Time Allowed: 03 Hours Note: Attempt any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1. Discuss the Victorian concept of morality…

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English Literature Balochistan PCS Paper I 2003

BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF SECTION OFFICERS (B-17) ENGLISH LITERATURE – I MARKS: 150 JUNE 10, 2003 TIME: 03 HOURS NOTE: Attempt any FIVE questions. All questions carry equal marks. Be specific and to the point without irrelevance. Q-1. Discuss Lamb as a Romanticist. Q-2. Discuss the autobiographical element in…

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The Stone Chat By Taufiq Rafat

The beautiful is beautiful anyway. So why embellish it with words. The eye, too long used to green And fruitful movement, is parched For a desert beneficence, seeking Subtleties where none seem to exist. For instance, in Jhelum’s eroded hills Where we have stopped for a moment to Relieve ourselves. They always remind me Of…

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English Literature Balochistan PCS Paper I 2007

Balochistan Public Service Commission Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POST(S) OF BCS (EB) OFFICER B-17 ENGLISH LITERATURE – I Marks: 150 Wednesday, March 07, 2007 (02:30 PM) Time: 03 Hours Note: Attempt any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1. Charles Lamb’s Essays have an intermingling of humour and pathos. Discuss….

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English Literature Balochistan PCS Paper I 2009

BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POST(S) OF BCS (EB) OFFICER B-17 / SECTION OFFICER B-17 ENGLISH LITERATURE – I Total Marks: 150 Wednesday, February 11, 2009 Time Allowed: 03 Hours Note: Attempt any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1. Lamb is a visualizer of memories. Discuss…

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English Literature Balochistan PCS Paper I 2010

BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION Samungli Road, Quetta Cantt. COMBINED COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF BCS (EB) OFFICERS / SECTION OFFICERS B-17 IN THE S&GAD GOVT. OF BALOCHISTAN ENGLISH LITERATURE – I Time Allowed: 03 Hours July 21, 2010 (02:30 PM) Total Marks: 150 Note: Attempt any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1….

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English History Balochistan PCS Paper 2003

BALOCHISTAN PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION COMPETITIVE EXAMINATION FOR THE POSTS OF SECTION OFFICERS (B-17) ENGLISH HISTORY MARKS: 150 JUNE 05, 2003 TIME: 03 HOURS NOTE: Attempt any FIVE questions. All questions carry equal marks. Q-1. What were the main events of the Reign of George-I? Q-2. Explain the origin and growth of Political Parties in England….

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English – Proverbs, Sayings and Common Expressions

Proverbs, Sayings and Common Expressions English contains a large collection of proverbs, sayings, and common expressions that communicate familiar ideas, advice, observations, or cultural wisdom. Proverbs A proverb is a traditional, concise statement expressing a general observation, practical lesson, or piece of advice. Examples include: Actions speak louder than words. A stitch in time saves…

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