Gujarat Technological UniversityWinter 2025 examination

GTU BE02000021 English for Technical Communication Winter 2025 Question Paper & PDF

B.E. · Common Engineering · Semesters 1 and 2 · Subject code BE02000021
Download official PDFView PDF here
Share with your class
Total
70 marks
To pass
23 marks (33%)
Duration
2.5 Hours 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Questions
5 with internal choice
No solutions on this paper yetNeed them for your exam? Ask once. Papers that students ask for are solved first, and we aim to add them within 24 hours.

6 of 25 questions on this paper were also asked in other years. 2 more are types of question GTU sets again with new data. Each is marked below with the years it appeared.See all 11 repeated BE02000021 questions, most asked first

Q.1

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Discuss ‘blending’ as a word formation process with examples.
(b)
4 marks
Explain in detail the different styles of writing with suitable examples.
(c)
7 marksAsked in 3 of 3 papers

Define communication. Explain the communication cycle in detail and illustrate it with a labeled diagram.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1b, Summer 2025 Q3c

Q.2

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 3 papers
What is the difference between listening and hearing? Elaborate it.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q1a

(b)
4 marks

Describe the importance of body language in making a presentation effective. Present your viewpoints with examples.

(c)
7 marks

Fill in blanks with appropriate words.

1Hardly had the speaker begun his lecture ___ the fire alarm went off. (a) when
bthan (c) then
2She objected ___ being treated as if she were a child.(a)to(b)at(c)for
3___ of the candidates was able to solve the problem correctly.(a)Each(b)Neither(c)Every
4The policy, the details of ___ were kept confidential, caused public debate.(a)which(b)that(c)whom
5______ Mount Everest is ______ highest peak in ______ world.
A— , a , the, (B) The , the , the; (C) — , the , the; (D) The, a , —
6He speaks so softly that you can ___ hear him in a crowded room.(a)nearly(b)hardly(c)rarely
7She walked into the room as though she ___ the place.
aown (b) owned (c) owns
(c)
7 marks
Match A with B correctly.

1 Book – /ˈbjuːtɪfəl/ 2 Water – /ɪˈnʌf/ 3 People – /lɑːf/ 4 School –/ˈwɔːtər/ 5 Laugh –/ˈpiːpəl/ 6 Beautiful – /bʊk/ 7 Enough –/skuːl /

Q.3

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 3 papers
Write down the traits that make someone a good listener.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q2a

(b)
4 marksSame type asked in 2 of 3 papers
Write a precis of the passage and provide a title.
Reading Reference

Technological advancement in telecommunication has transformed the way people connect and exchange information. In earlier times, communication relied on letters and landline telephones, which were often slow and limited. Today, the use of mobile phones, high-speed internet, and satellite networks allows instant communication across the globe. Video calls, online conferences, and social media platforms enable people to interact in real time, regardless of distance. Businesses now operate more efficiently through advanced communication tools, while emergency services respond faster using reliable networks. Artificial intelligence and 5G technology are further enhancing speed and connectivity. These developments have made communication more accessible, faster, and more efficient than ever before, shaping how individuals, companies, and governments interact in a globalized world.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q4b

(c)
7 marks

Draft a letter on behalf of your company to intimate your customer for due payment of the goods you have dispatched

(a)
3 marks

Read the passage and answer the following questions. In the digital era, social media has emerged as a dominant force shaping the attitudes, ambitions, and identities of today’s youth. Platforms offer unparalleled opportunities for self-expression and global connectivity, allowing young people to influence and be influenced simultaneously. Yet, beneath this apparent empowerment lies a subtle risk of dependency, distraction, and comparison. While some harness these tools for creativity and learning, others become entangled in a cycle of validation and superficial engagement, blurring reality and virtual identity. Q1: According to the passage, what dual role does social media play in young people’s lives? Q2: What underlying issue is suggested by the phrase “beneath this apparent empowerment”? Q3: How can social media impact young people’s perception of themselves?

(b)
4 marks
Give one word substitute for the following.
1Detailed set of written questions
2Government not connected with religious or spiritual matters
3A hole or tunnel dug by a small animal, especially a rabbit, as a dwelling
4One who is bad in spellings
(c)
7 marks
Write the spelling of the following words:

/frɛnd/ /ˈfæməli/ /kəmˈpjuːtər/ /ˈmjuːzɪk/ /fəʊn/ /ˈhæpi/ /ˈmɔːrnɪŋ/)

Q.4

14 Marks
(a)
3 marksAsked in 3 of 3 papers
Discuss the difference between technical and general communication.

Also asked in Summer 2026 Q2b, Summer 2025 Q4a, Summer 2025 Q5b OR

(b)
4 marks
Did you like the end of the story The Lady or the Tiger? Explain your reasons.
(c)
7 marks
Enlist the types of listening. Elaborate any two of them in detail.
(a)
3 marks

Your friend is going to participate in a group discussion. Give suitable suggestions to help him/her perform effectively.

(b)
4 marks
Discuss types of reading briefly.
(c)
7 marksAsked in 2 of 3 papers
What is the significance of the title of the story – ‘The Gift of Magi’?

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q3a

Q.5

14 Marks
(a)
3 marks
Why is it important to know your audience before planning a presentation?
(b)
4 marksSame type asked in 2 of 3 papers

Complete the story. It was a quiet evening, and Maya was walking home through the old forest near her village. The sun had just set, and the shadows of the trees stretched long across the path. Suddenly, she heard a soft whisper calling her name from behind a large oak tree. She froze, unsure whether to run or investigate, when…

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q5c

(c)
7 marks
What are various types of communication? Elaborate non-verbal communication.
(a)
3 marksAsked in 2 of 3 papers
Explain the various barriers that can hinder effective listening.

Also asked in Summer 2025 Q4c

(b)
4 marks
Write a paragraph on ‘My INDIA – Vision 2050’.
(c)
7 marks
Discuss ‘clipping’ and ‘compounding’ as word formation processes in detail.

More English for Technical Communication papers

Questions repeat across sessions. Working through two or three papers shows you which topics GTU asks most.

Summer 202670 marks · 5 questions
Summer 202570 marks · 5 questions

Other Semester 2 subjects

BE Common

BE02000011
Mathematics – 2
BE02000031
Intellectual Property Rights
BE02000041
Fundamental of AI
BE02000061
Industrial Safety and Standards

Preparing with friends?

Send this paper to your class group. Every question has its own link.

About this paper

Official Gujarat Technological University (GTU) examination paper for English for Technical Communication (Winter 2025, B.E. · Common Engineering, Sem 2). Features complete 70-mark regular & remedial examination pattern, official marking distribution across all 5 questions, and direct 1-click official PDF download.

Transcribed for student exam preparation from Gujarat Technological University official examination archives. Questions, syllabus guidelines, and curriculum marking schemes remain the intellectual property of Gujarat Technological University.

Download official PDF All English for Technical Communication Papers (3) →Report a typo or correction
ViewDownload PDF