FY Grammar, Word Formation- Suffixes and Phrases with meanings

 

Phrasal verbs

1. work off – to get rid of something by using physical efforts

2. part with – to give something away to someone

3. make up – to invent something, to put powder and lipstick on someones' face

4. slip off – to leave a place without being noticed.

5. warm up – to prepare for physical exercise

6. look for – to hope for something

7. look into – examine something

8. pull off - to carry out despite difficulties

9. stoop down – to bend top half of the body forward and down
   

10. pick up – to get better

11. wrap up – to complete something

12. hand over – to give your responsibilities and position to someone

13. dispose of - to throw out or destroy

14. get rid of – to remove something

Rewrite the following sentences by replacing the verbs in italics with suitable phrase verbs.

1. If you watch birds carefully, you can soon recognize different species. – with care

2. American could not decide which ring he wanted to buy. – decide on

3. Morris extended his hand to the American. - stretched out

4. Morris kept the tray on the table. – put up

5. The lady removed her glove. – took off

6 The Sub-Inspector examined the case seriously. – look into

7. At first, he could not understand anything about the case. – make sense of

8. He stored the file safely – set aside

9. He gave it to a special officer. - give away

10. The thief however escaped(Get away).

Fixed expressions 

Here some idiomatic expressions that are used in the story. Read the story to understand how they are used. Then use them in sentences of your own

1. after all – The rain stopped and the game went ahead after all.

2. at any rate – At any rate, your plan needs revision.

3. all the same - We had a good time all the same.

4. first of all – First of all, we want to buy our own house.

5. at first glance – At first glance, the place seemed deserted.

Rewrite the following sentences using the adverbial forms of the words in italics. Example: When I entered the bank, I was nervous. I entered the bank nervously.

1. The accountant said with certainty that he would bring the manager. - Certainly

2. The manager was cold when he greeted the customer. - Cold

3. The clerks were happy to send the customer out. - Happily

4. He said he would read the book at leisure. - Leisurely

5. Some students are fortunate to get jobs as soon as they pass out from college. - Fortunate

   
   

   
   

   
   

Word	Suffix	Noun
Urgent	-able	Urgency
Maintain	-ity	Maintenance
Build	-ee	Building
Astonish	-tion	Astonishment
Impede	-er	Impediment
Speculate	-ment	Speculation
Travel	-ance	Traveller
Pay	-ness	Payable
Employ	-cy	Employee
Farsighted	-ing	Farsightedness

Word	Suffix	Adjectives
Silence	-al	Silent
Technique	-ous	Technical
Nature	-ic	Natural
Triumph	-ive	Triumphant
Hero	-t	Heroic
Attraction	-ly	Attractive
Vigour	-y	Vigourous
Horror	-ical	Horrible
Anger	-less	Angry
Afford	-ent/-ant	Affordable
Purpose	-able/-ible	Purposeful
Life	-ful	Lifeless

	Words	Meanings
1	hold up	to delay someone or something
2	plod	to walk slowly
3	bankrupt	deprive of something essential to existence or potency
4	dash out	run or go there quickly and suddenly
5	rapidity	the quality of being fast or sudden
6	barrow	To carry something on a wheel
7	imminent	Certain to happen very soon
8	farsighted	being able to see distant things better
9	aggravated	upset or angry at being treated unfairly
10	refuse	to say or show that you do not want to do
11	clutter	things that are where they are not wanted or needed and make a place untidy
12	smote	strike with a firm blow
13	delectable	looking or tasting extremely good / very attractive
14	insignificant	little value or importance
15	triumph	a very great success
16	expedition	an organized journey for a particular purpose
17	inspiration	a result of inspired activity
18	hove in sight	to rise- to view
19	anticipation	expectation or hope
20	ponderous	of very great weight
21	range up	Extends to certain degree or limit
22	Contemplate	to consider thoroughly
23	happen along	to come to or by a place by chance
24	Covet	to wish for
25	Attain	attain a goal
26	Muse	a source of inspiration movement
27	Dragging	to pull something along with difficulty
28	Hollow	with a hole or empty space inside
29	Solemnly	seriously and without any humour
30	Clutched	to hold something tightly
31	turn in	give something to someone in authority
32	Interruption	the act of interrupting somebody
33	Mysterious	that you do not understand or cannot explain
34	Rival	a person or thing that is competing
35	Conjuring	to make something appear by magic
36	Reckless	not thinking about possible bad or dangerous results that
37	Misery	great unhappiness or suffering
38	Astonished	very surprised
39	Wretched	used for expressing anger
40	Dryly	in an amusing way that sounds serious
41	Publican	a person who owns or manages a pub
42	unobtrusively	in a way that is not easy to notice
43	Antique	very old and therefore unusual and valuable
44	Undertaker	a person whose job is to prepare dead bodies to be buried and to arrange funerals
45	Urn	a special container
46	Hearse	a large car used for carrying a dead person to his funeral
47	Disinterested	not influenced by personal feelings
48	speculation	ideas or guesses about something that is not known
49	arty	pretending or wanting to be very artistic or interested in the arts
50	in a state	you are very upset or nervous about something
51	turn-ups	the end of a trouser leg folded upwards on the outside
52	purloined	Steal
53	demur	quiet and well behaved

FY. Short question Answer- Introduction

1. 1.   Unit 1. Listening skills - The Boy Who Broke the Bank by Ruskin Bond

   This question is taken from the section listening skills. The story connecting listening skills is ‘The Boy Who Broke the Bank’ by Ruskin Bond. The story reveals that we must look beyond the words being spoken and try to understand what the person is thinking and feeling. In other words, we must learn to listen with empathy. 

   2.     Unit 2. Teamwork  skills - Whitewashing the Fence by Mark Twain

   This question is taken from the section teamwork skills. The story connecting teamwork skills is ‘Whitewashing the Fence’ by Mark Twain. The story is about Tom Sawyer who manages to get out of doing a task set by his aunt Polly as a punishment for disobeying her the day before. Tom was unknowingly able to harness the benefit of teamwork.

   3.     Unit 3. Emotional Intelligence  skills - My Financial Career by Stephen Leacock

   This question is taken from the section emotional intelligence skills. The story connecting emotional intelligence skills is ‘My Financial Career’ by Stephen Leacock. The present story is about a man who made a mess of a simple bank transaction because he was nervous and afraid of bank officials. If he had emotional intelligence skills, he would have been able to handle the situation in the bank more effectively.

   4.     Unit 4.  Problem solving skills - The Look-out Man by Nicolas  Bentley.

   This question is taken from the section problem solving skills. The story connecting problem solving skills is ‘The Look-out Man’ by Nicolas  Bentley. William Morris, who is a 53 year old is the main character of the story. He reads widely and observes people wherever he goes. He also has both interpersonal and intellectual capacity and with good teamwork he was able to solve the problem of the theft at the jewellery store. From the story, we can learn that we need courage, calmness and presence of mind to tackle problems.

    

Proverbs-How to draft expansion of Proverbs

1st PARAGRAPH- INTRODUCTION

Proverbs are timeless pieces of wisdom that has been passed down through generations, often reflecting the collective experience and cultural values of societies. They offer concise and powerful insights into human behaviour and the world around us. One such proverb is [add the proverb], which carries the depth of meaning that can illuminate various aspects of our daily lives. 

FOR 2ND PARAGRAPH 

• Add the meaning of the proverb
• Include the name of the unit and writers name connected with the proverb 
• Give a gist of the story and club it with the essence of the proverb 

Conclusion 

In conclusion, the proverb [add the proverb] serves as a powerful reminder of [include key elements or insights]. By reflecting on this proverb, we, not only get a deep appreciation for traditional wisdom, but also practical guidance for navigating the complexities of modern lives.

As we continue to encounter and apply these timeless age-old valuable insights, we contribute to the ongoing dialogue between the past, and the present in reaching our understanding of both.

Semester 3 Short question from soft skills

 

Short question from soft skills first paragraph:

1.     This question is taken from the section empathy skills. The story connecting empathy skills is ‘Action Will be Taken’ by Heinrich Boll. The story reveals that empathy, though directed at another person, can, in fact, reward our own lives in a meaningful manner. In this satirical story, Heinrich Boll, the narrator by the end,  identifies his empathetic nature. He quits his job and chooses the unconventional path of becoming a professional mourner at funerals to find true meaning of life.

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2.     This question is taken from the section positivity skills. The story connecting positivity skills is ‘The Dispenser of Holy Water’ by Guy de Maupassant. The story is about a Wheelwright and his wife, who leaves everything for the sake of discovering their son. Their faith in the mission and the willingness to adapt with all kinds of adverse situations, helps them to achieve their goal of finding their lost son. In such times, an open and positive attitude to life helps to sustain.

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3.     This question is taken from the section professional skills. The story connecting professional skills is ‘After Twenty Years’ by O. Henry. O. Henry is the pen name of the famous American short story writer William Sidney Porter. The present story is about childhood friends who end up in a diametrically opposing profession. Because of which they are placed in a unique dilemma where their personal history and professional choice puts them in a difficult situation. A good professional is never totally merciless. Similarly a good friend is never completely sympathetic. We must learn to negotiate and bring balance between staying professional while at the same time being true to the sense of ethics to be a good professional.

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4.     This question is taken from the section leadership skills. The story connecting leadership skills is ‘The Power of a Plate of Rice’ by Ifeoma Okoye, who is a renowned Nigerian novelist. The situation that the central character, Mrs Cheta Adu (the Nigerian school teacher) has to face makes it evident that educational qualification is not enough to make good leaders. Soft skills like patience and persistence are primary leadership qualities that we should develop in ourselves along with other leadership skills like planning, communication, organising, coordinating, directing and overseeing.

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Semester 3 Vocabulary Soft Skills

 

 

1. Interlude- A Short period of time between two events
2. Pensiveness- A state of being engaged in serious thinking
3. Prolonged- Continuing for a long time
4. Aversion- A strong dislike
5. Reverently- Respectfully
6. Questionnaire- A printed list of questions to be answered by a number of people
7. Summon- Call
8. Hirsute- Having a lot of hair on the face or body
9. Decapitate –Behead
10. Penchant- A special enjoyment or tendency towards something
11. Mountebank -A dishonest person
12. Incessantly- Continually
13. Inconsolable- Someone who cannot be comforted
14. Accost- Address and speak to someone who doesn't want to be spoken to
15. Bewildered -Confused
16. Providential -Lucky because it occurs just at the right time
17. Haphazard -Random, Unplanned
18. Vestibule -An entrance hall
19. Ransack- To search a place thoroughly, burgle
20. Chateau- A castle or large country house in France
21. Twirling- Turning round and round
22. Intricate -Complex
23. Proposition- Problem or proposal
24. Hustling- Acting quickly without time to consider things
25. Plodder- A person who works slowly with determination, but who lacks imagination
26. Razor-edge- Thinking too much of oneself
27. Dismally    -Sadly
28. Absurdity- A delicately balanced situation
29. Egotism- Something which makes no sense
30. Submerged- Covered in water
31. Fury- Anger
32. Protracted- Extended
33. Deference- Respect
34. Mottled-   Marked with spots of different colour
35. Smouldering-Suppressed not expressed
36. Intimidating- Threatening
37. Lethal-   Deadly
38. Futile - Useless
39. Ingratiated- Gaining favour by saying pleasing words to people in power
40. Animosity- Hatred

_{*Contribution by Naman Savani} 

Semester 3- Story Mind Map

 

Previous Paper for Practice 1 

Previous Paper for Practice 2

Previous Paper for Practice 3

MCQs

4. Leadership Skill- 'The Power of a Plate of Rice' by Ifeoma Okoye

Leadership Elements

Conclusion 

In “The Power of a Plate of Rice,” Cheta Adu’s quiet courage and moral clarity show that real leadership grows from dignity, empathy and the willingness to act justly—even under pressure.

After Twenty Years by O. Henry — Professional Skills

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Trace the errors, Correct them and write 

Conclusion 

In conclusion, the story shows the importance of honesty, responsibility, and professional duty. Jimmy Wells does not arrest his old friend himself, but he follows the law by asking another policeman to do it. This teaches us that a good professional must perform his duty fairly, even when personal relationships make the decision difficult.

Action Will Be Taken by Heinrich Böll — Empathy Skills

 

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Trace the errors, Correct them and write 

Conclusion 

In conclusion, the story shows that work and success are not more important than human feelings. We should understand the problems and emotions of others before taking action. True empathy means listening, caring, and treating people with kindness instead of behaving mechanically. The story teaches us that a workplace without empathy can become cold and meaningless.

3. The Dispenser of Holy Water by Guy de Maupassant — Positivity Skills

 Trace the errors, Correct them and write 

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Conclusion

In conclusion, the story teaches us to remain hopeful and positive during difficult times. The characters face many problems, but their faith, patience, hard work, and determination help them achieve their goal. We should not lose hope when life is difficult; a positive attitude and continuous effort can finally bring success and happiness.

Questions from Listening Skills

 

       

Short answer type questions 

1.       How is listening different from hearing? 

2.      Why is it important to listen? 

3.      Do you often find it difficult to listen properly? 

4.      How can you overcome this difficulty? 

5.      Why is it important to listen to our customers and clients? 

6.      How does listening help in developing good relations with people? 

7.      How is listening and understanding from another person’s point of view important for a manager?

8.     It is important to listen to every employee in the organisation, including those at the bottom of the hierarchy. Why? 

9.      Why does the elderly gentleman rush to the general merchant’s store? 

10.  What is interesting about the beggar?

11.   Why does Mr. Kishore speak to Deep Chand? 

12.  What do people imagine about Seth Govind Ram? 

13.  Who or what really breaks the bank?

Case study OR Real Life Experience

In a paragraph of 150 words write about an instance, when somebody did not listen to you and its consequence, or when you did not listen well and its consequence.

Proverbs on listening skills

·         Listening is the beginning of understanding … Wisdom is the reward of a lifetime of listening.

·         Listening requires more intelligence than speaking.

·         To listen, well is as powerful, a means of influence as to talk well, and is as essential to all true conversation.

·         Talk becomes an argument when one person stops listening.

·         Listening looks easy, but it is not simple. Every head is a world.

·         Who speak sows; who listens reaps.

·         Eat what is cooked; listen to what I said.

·         Listen 100 times; ponder 1000 times; speak once.

·         From listening comes wisdom, and from speaking, repentance.

·         The wise man has long years and a short tongue.