Eng 314-internal 2004

Universal Science College (B. Sc. Biochemistry) Fifth Semester 2004

Internal Examination Subject: Eng 314 (Scientific Writing) Date: Feb 10, 2005

Full Marks: 100 Pass Marks: 45 Time: 3 hours

Candidates are required to give their answers in their own words as far as practicable. The figure in the margin indicates full marks. Group A Long Questions (Any three ) 1. Describe major rules that should be observed while preparing the first draft of any write-up. 2. Explain methods for citation of research materials obtained from various sources. 3. How do you write ’Results’ section of a research report ? 4. Write a brief research proposal on a topic of your choice.

(3× ×14 = 42)

Group - B Short Questions: (Any six) 1. Describe the uses of computers in the preparation of a write – up. 2. Explain and illustrate the finer points that ought to be considered before finalizing a write – up. 3. What do you mean by the phrase “ Taming disobedient sentences “. Expalin. 4. How is the ‘Literature Cited’ section prepared ? 5. How is the ‘ Abstract ‘ of a research report written ? 6. How do you prepare a graph ? 7. How is a ‘ Poster Presentation ‘ pre3pared ? 8. Describe science journalism.

Write short notes on: (Any eight) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Group – C

Null hypothesis Degree of freedo0m in statistics Plagiarism weak verbs ‘Number – sequence’ format Anthropomorphism Histogram Tables Unexpected results letters of recommendation slides and overheads ‘ Don’t end abruptly’ ***

(6× ×7 = 42)

(2× ×8 = 16)