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SREE SASTHA

INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY


CHEMBARAMBAKKAM – 600123

EE6613 –PRESENTATION SKILL & TECHNICAL SEMINOR


LAB

ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING

SEMESTER – VI
2017 – 2018 (EVEN)
SREE SASTHA
INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
CHEMBARAMBAKKAM – 600123

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ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING) in the PRESENTATION SKILL &
TECHNICAL SEMINOR LAB – EE6613 during the academic year 2017-2018.

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person. Formal conversations are often held in a professional setting - with a doctor, lawyer,
banker, clergyman, builder, etc. as opposed to informal conversations with family & friends. I
think it's the situation or setting that makes it formal - for example, if you go to your lawyer‘s
office to discuss making your Will, that's formal; if you meet him in the pub that evening & chat
to him about the latest football scores, that's informal.

Informal is used when talking to friends only! A casual form of information sharing typically
used in personal conversations with friends or family members. Within a business environment,
informal communication is sometimes called the grapevine and might be observed occurring in
conversations, electronic mails, text messages and phone calls between socializing employees.

Formal Conversation

Greetings Introductions Good-byes

Sample Sample Sample Sample Sample Sample


sentence response sentence response sentence response

Hello, Mr. It was nice


Hello. It‘s a It was nice
Smith Dr. White, meeting you
pleasure to meeting you.
Hello, doctor. Hello. I‘d like to meet you. / too.
introduce you
Pleased to
Good to Rachel.
Good morning. meet you.
morning. It was nice to
Same to you.
Good Good see you.
afternoon. afternoon.

Good Have a good Thank you.


Good evening.
evening. day. You too.

Fine, thank Good night / Good night /


How are you?
you. Goodbye. Goodbye.
Informal Conversation

Greetings Introductions Good-byes

Sample Sample Sample Sample Sample Sample


sentence response sentence response sentence response

Nice meeting
Hey. Hi. Hey. Hi.
Ann, this is Hi Jim. Nice you.
Jim. He‘s in
to meet you.
How are ya? I‘m good. All my class. Take it easy. You too.
right.

How are
Pretty good. I‘m Dave. Take care.
things? Hi. My Nice to meet
name‘s John.
How‘s it goin? OK. Not bad. you. I‘m off. OK, bye.

I‘m doin
How ya doin? I gotta go.
good.

What‘s up? So long.

What‘s new? See ya. See ya. See


Nothin much. ya later. Bye.
What‘s Not a whole
See ya later.
happenin? lot. Nothin.
Nothin
What are you
special. Not Bye.
up to? much.
What‘s goin
on?
Where do I get formal and informal input?

Here is a handy chart that shows you what types of English (formal, informal or ―in
between‖) you can get from different sources of input:
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GROUP DISCUSSION

What is a GD?

GD or group discussion is generally used when a large number of candidates appear for a test
and around 50 to 60 % of them need to be filtered out of the process. Candidates are made to sit
in a comfortable arrangement and then made to discuss a topic. The topics may vary from
current, to abstract to general and even technical depending upon the level of the exam.
Examiners observe the students in the course of discussion and rate them for selection or
rejection depending upon the contribution made by the candidates during the discussion. The
duration for which a group discussion is allowed varies from a mere 5 minutes to around 40
minutes.

Types of GDs

A discussion is a discussion is a discussion, how can it have types? Well I have tried to
categorize GDs with the intention of helping students organize the information pertaining to the
variety of topics on which a discussion takes place.


First and foremost there are general topics eg - ―Management is only for men‖, or
―Engineers are better managers‖, or ―Exams must be banned‖ or ―It does matter‖ etc..
These are topics which have been around for a while and most of the students already have

 an opinion on these issues.

Then there are abstract and ―arbit‖ topics eg- ―walk and talk or walk the talk‖, ―pink pajamas
on the red fort‖, and ―geography is history‖ etc. These are topics on which most of the students
 find difficult to handle, but, with some preparation, are in fact the easiest to handle.

And finally there are current topics eg – ―Global warming is heating up the intercontinental
relations‖, ―Good Bye – Recession‖, ―Are we ready for commonwealth games?‖ etc. These
are issues that are currently being debated and discussed on the print as well as the electronic

media.
What is being assessed in a GD?

Assessment in a GD is a subjective process and therefore there are no objective criteria of


assessment developed so far. But, in any team process, the three most important skills are
Communication skills, Leadership skills and interpersonal skills. Hence, examiners who are
considering a candidate‘s aptitude for team work generally assess the following abilities-

Communication skills – Many aspiring candidates assume communication to be the art of


getting across their point of view by any means. Personally I believe that this is not entirely true.
I mean getting across your point of view is important; but it is not the only important aspect of a
GD. Communication is a three stage process; you speak, you listen and understand, and then you
respond. Each element is important from the examiners perspective. So, that brings us to a
logical question, ―Practically speaking what an examiner looks for when he is considering the
communication skills of a candidate? I think the following parameters give examiner a cue

1. Ability to articulate a point


2. Alertness throughout the discussion
3. Ability to listen patiently
4. Response to the points being made
5. Spoken skills in the relevant language
6. Body language

Leadership Skills – Most of the group discussions nowadays are leaderless discussions. And
unless specified otherwise, candidates are allowed to speak in a random order just like a
normal conversation. But, someone with a potential for leadership shows the potential for
leadership naturally. Look around for someone with a flair for leadership and you will see
these traits almost instantly. I think the examiners look for the following when they look at the
leadership potential of any candidate-

1. Clarity of thought
2. Ability to withstand criticism
3. Confidence
4. Ability to give direction to a GD
5. Problem solving
6. Knowledge of the subject
7. Ability to persuade
8. Ability to initiate a GD

Interpersonal skills – The term interpersonal skill refers to an individual‘s ability to interact
effectively within a group. Interpersonal skills are all about working with other people. Quite
often interpersonal skills are assumed to be equal to communication skills. This is more so
because of the importance of communication in developing interpersonal skills. Interpersonal
skills however are much more than mere communication. They include being able to support and
encourage others, being able to give and receive constructive criticism as well as being able to
negotiate. These also include the ability to listen to and to value other‘s opinions, and the ability
to convey your points to a group. The examiner would look for the following when considering
the interpersonal skills of an individual –

1. The tone of the candidate


2. Body Language
3. Ability to network with others
4. Level of aggression
5. Listening skills
6. Choice of words used by the candidate
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PRESENTATION SKILLS
Preparing your oral presentation

First of all, think...

Think about what you want to achieve:


do you want to inform your audience, inspire them to think about your topic, or
convince them of a particular point of view?
Think about your audience:
what background knowledge do they have about your topic? Do they have any
particular interests? How are you going to involve them in your presentation?

Then...

Brainstorm your topic and write a rough outline.


Research your topic. Don‘t get carried away—remember you have a limited time for
your presentation.
Organise your material and write a draft—think about the length of time you have to talk.
Summarise your draft into points to write on overheads and/or cards.
Plan and prepare your visual aids.
Rehearse your presentation and get its length right. Ask a friend to listen and time you.

Organising the content

Introduction (may be written last)

Capture your listeners’ attention: Begin with a question, a funny story, a startling
comment, or anything that will make them think.
State your purpose; for example:
‗I‘m going to talk about...‘
‗This morning I want to explain…‘
Present an outline of your talk; for example:
‗I will concentrate on the following points: First of
all…Then… This will lead to… And finally…‘

The Body

Present your main points one by one in logical order.


Pause at the end of each point (give people time to take notes, or time to think about
what you are saying).
Make it absolutely clear when you move to another point. For example:
‗The next point is that ...‘
‗OK, now I am going to talk about ...‘
‗Right. Now I'd like to explain ... ‘ ‗Of
course, we must not forget that ...‘
‗However, it's important to realise that...‘
Use clear examples to illustrate your points.
Use visual aids to make your presentation more interesting.

The Conclusion

It is very important to leave your audience with a clear summary of everything you
have covered.
It is also important not to let the talk just fizzle out. Make it obvious that you
have reached the end of the presentation.
Summarise the main points again, using phrases like:
‗To sum up...‘
‗So, in conclusion...‘
‗OK, to recap the main points…‘
Restate the purpose of your talk, and say that you have achieved your aim:
‗I think you can now see that...‘
‗My intention was ..., and it should now be clear that ...‘
Thank the audience, and invite questions:
‗Thank you. Are there any questions?‘

Delivering your presentation

Talk to your audience, don't read to them!

A presentation is not the same as an essay.

If you read out your presentation as if it were an essay, your audience will probably
understand very little and will lose concentration quickly.

So use notes, cue cards or overheads as prompts, and speak to the audience. Include everyone by
looking at them and maintaining eye-contact (but don't stare or glare at people).

Watch your language!

Keep it simple. The aim is to communicate, not to show off your vocabulary.
Emphasise the key points—and make sure people realise which are the key
points. Repeat them using different phrasing.
Check the pronunciation of difficult, unusual, or foreign words beforehand.

Use your voice to communicate clearly

Speak loudly enough for everyone in the room to hear you.


This may feel uncomfortably loud at first, but if people can't hear you, they won't
listen. Speak slowly and clearly.
Don‘t rush! Speaking fast doesn‘t make you seem smarter, it will only make it harder for
other people to understand you.
Key words are important. Speak them out slowly and loudly.
Vary your voice quality. If you always use the same volume and pitch (for example, all
loud, or all soft, or in a monotone) your audience will switch off.
When you begin a new point, use a higher pitch and volume.
Slow down for key points.
Use pauses—don't be afraid of short periods of silence. (They give you a chance to
gather your thoughts, and your audience a chance to think.)

Use your body to communicate, too!

Stand straight and comfortably. Do not slouch or shuffle about.


Hold your head up. Look around and make eye-contact with people in the audience. Do
not just address the lecturer! Do not stare at a point on the carpet or the wall. If you
don't include the audience, they won't listen to you.
When you are talking to your friends, you naturally use your hands, your facial
expression, and your body to add to your communication. Do it in your presentation
as well. It will make things far more interesting for the audience.
Don't turn your back on the audience!

Interact with the audience

Be aware of how your audience is reacting.


Are they interested or bored? If they look confused, ask them why.
Stop if necessary and explain a point again.
Check if the audience is still with you.
‗Does that make
sense?‘ ‗Is that clear?‘
Be open to questions.
If someone raises a hand, or asks a question in the middle of your talk, answer it. If you
can't answer it, turn the question back out to the audience and let someone else answer
it! Questions are good. They show that the audience is listening with interest. They
should not be regarded as an attack on you, but as a collaborative search for deeper
understanding.
Be ready to get the discussion going after your presentation. Just in case nobody has
anything to say, have some provocative questions or points for discussion ready to
ask the group.
LISTENING COMPREHENSION
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Section I : Listening Comprehension
Part 1: Gap filling (This part carries 5 Marks)
Instruction: Listen to the passage and type the correct word in the blanks.
Click play button to listen the Audio.

Q 1. Filmmaking began when Joseph Nicéphore invented . Since that time, it has been possible to take a physical image of

something. Filmmaking really started when the Thaumatrope was invented. After that, made different devices.

Phenakistoscopes, Zootropes, Zoetropes, and Kinetoscopes were made. Then, a great was conducted. Mr. E.

Muybridge created a sort of flip book by setting up a row of cameras and then having an animal walk across the . Then he
programed every one of the cameras to go off one after the other. The animal was photographed in every single position so that people

could study the animal's movements. Later, Mr. Muybridge's were displayed in the University of Pennsylvania. Once film

projectors were invented, a lot of people could study things such as a jaguar , an ostrich walking or a horse . These

things were new to them. Nobody had seen these things before. Soon, scientists invented a way to record their using a single

camera. They no longer had to take a lot of pictures using a row of cameras. The video had been born.
Correct Answer :
photography~scientists~Praxinoscopes~experiment~background~pictures~pouncing~trotting~movements~camera
Your Answer :
photography~sceintist~pragzinotropes~experiment~background~pictures~bouncing~throting~movements~camera Status :
Wrong Marks : 3
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Section I - Listening Comprehension: Multiple Choice (This part carries 5 Marks)
Instruction: Listen to the passage and answer the question/s by clicking on the appropriate option.
NOTE: Audio can be replayed twice.
Click play button to listen the Audio.

Q 2. What is the first merit of our civilization?

Material advancement

Cultural advancement

Development of science

Order and safety


Correct Answer : 4 Your Answer : 4 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5
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Q 3. Now-a-days a physically weak man is provided protection by :

The group whose membership he opts for

The law

His wit and wisdom

His cunningness
Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 2 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5
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Q 4. In olden days the rule of life was :

Right

Might

Spiritualism

Money

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 1 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 5. The essential condition for the promotion of higher activities of life is:

Dedication on the part of those who practise them

Economic freedom

Safety

State support

Correct Answer : 3 Your Answer : 3 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5


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Q 6. What according to the author, is the second merit of the present civilization?

Development of means of transport and communication

Space research

Freedom from drudgery

Freedom from the fear of pain

Correct Answer : 4 Your Answer : 4 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5


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Q 7. What according to the author has the freedom from the fear of pain led to?

Better health

Devotion to duty
Abundant leisure

Increased cultural pursuits

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 8. The third merit of the present civilization, according to the author, is:

The present civilization is founded on justice

The present civilization has liberal outlook on life

The present civilization has provided more leisure

The present civilization is more wide spread in the sense that large number of people are civilized now than ever before

Correct Answer : 4 Your Answer : 4 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5


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Q 9. 'They were like oases in a desert' what does it mean?

Previous civilizations were more attractive than the present civilization

Previous civilizations were confined to a very limited area while barbarians were far larger in number

Previous civilizations were short-lived

Previous civilizations were attractive from outside only

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 2 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5


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Q 10. The present civilization:

Begins from 15th century

Begins from 16th century

Begins from 17th century

Begins from 18th century

Correct Answer : 4 Your Answer : 4 Status : Correct Marks : 0.5


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Q 11. The most appropriate title to the above passage may be:

The Merits of the Previous Civilizations

The Defects of the Present Civilizations

Merits and Demerits of the Present Civilizations

The Limitations of the Previous Civilizations

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 4 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Sequencing of Jumbled Sentences (This part carries 5 Marks)
Instruction: Arrange the following sentences in correct sequence (This question carries 5 mark)
Q 12.
Therefore, computer is hailed as the fourth information revolution.
Thirdly printing helped in dissemination of knowledge in a permanent form, However all these are passive media.
Then writing as a means introduced a capacity for storing information.
Computer is the only medium that can not only store but analyze information to make decision.
Speech was the first means of conveying information.

Correct Answer : 5~3~2~4~1 Your Answer : 5~3~2~4~1 Status : Correct Marks : 5


READING COMPREHENSION
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READING COMPREHENSION

Section II Reading Comprehension: Multiple Choice (This part carries 10 Marks)


Instruction: Read the Passage Carefully and Answer the Questions

Conflict had existed between Spain and England since the 1570s. England wanted a share of the wealth that Spain had been taking from the
lands it had claimed in the Americas.

Elizabeth I, Queen of England, encouraged her staunch admiral of the navy, Sir Francis Drake, to raid Spanish ships and towns. Though these
raids were on a small scale, Drake achieved dramatic success, adding gold and silver to England's treasury and diminishing Spain's
supremacy.

Religious differences also caused conflict between the two countries. Whereas Spain was Roman Catholic, most of England had become
Protestant. King Philip II of Spain wanted to claim the throne and make England a Catholic country again. To satisfy his ambition and also to
retaliate against England's theft of his gold and silver, King Philip began to build his fleet of warships, the Spanish Armada, in January 1586.

Philip intended his fleet to be indestructible. In addition to building new warships, he marshalled 130 sailing vessels of all types and recruited
more than 19,000 robust soldiers and 8,000 sailors. Although some of his ships lacked guns and others lacked ammunition, Philip was
convinced that his Armada could withstand any battle with England.

The martial Armada set sail from Lisbon, Portugal, on May 9, 1588, but bad weather forced it back to port. The voyage resumed on July 22
after the weather became more stable.

The Spanish fleet met the smaller, faster, and more manoeuvrable English ships in battle off the coast of Plymouth, England, first on July 31
and again on August 2. The two battles left Spain vulnerable, having lost several ships and with its ammunition depleted. On August 7, while
the Armada lay at anchor on the French side of the Strait of Dover, England sent eight burning ships into the midst of the Spanish fleet to set it
on fire. Blocked on one side, the Spanish ships could only drift away, their crews in panic and disorder. Before the Armada could regroup, the
English attacked again on August 8.

Although the Spaniards made a valiant effort to fight back, the fleet suffered extensive damage. During the eight hours of battle, the Armada
drifted perilously close to the rocky coastline. At the moment when it seemed that the Spanish ships would be driven onto the English shore,
the wind shifted, and the Armada drifted out into the North Sea. The Spaniards recognized the superiority of the English fleet and returned
home, defeated.

Q 13. Sir Francis Drake added wealth to the treasury and diminished Spain's _________.

unlimited power

unrestricted growth
territory

treaties

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 14. King Philip recruited many ______ soldiers and sailors.

warlike

strong

accomplished

timid

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 2 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 15. The ______ Armada set sail on May 9, 1588.

complete

warlike

independent

isolated

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 2 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 16. The two battles left the Spanish fleet _________.

open to change

triumphant

open to attack

defeated

Correct Answer : 3 Your Answer : 3 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 17. The Armada was ______ on one side.

closed off

damaged

alone

circled

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Instruction: Read the Passage Carefully and Answer the Questions
Marie Curie was one of the most accomplished scientists in history. Together with her husband, Pierre, she discovered radium, an element
widely used for treating cancer, and studied uranium and other radioactive substances. Pierre and Marie's amicable collaboration later helped
to unlock the secrets of the atom.

Marie was born in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland, where her father was a professor of physics. At an early age, she displayed a brilliant mind and a
blithe personality. Her great exuberance for learning prompted her to continue with her studies after high school. She became disgruntled,
however, when she learned that the university in Warsaw was closed to women. Determined to receive a higher education, she defiantly left
Poland and in 1891 entered the Sorbonne, a French university, where she earned her master's degree and doctorate in physics.

Marie was fortunate to have studied at the Sorbonne with some of the greatest scientists of her day, one of whom was Pierre Curie. Marie and
Pierre were married in 1895 and spent many productive years working together in the physics laboratory. A short time after they discovered
radium, Pierre was killed by a horse-drawn wagon in 1906. Marie was stunned by this horrible misfortune and endured heart-breaking
anguish. Despondently she recalled their close relationship and the joy that they had shared in scientific research. The fact that she had two
young daughters to raise by herself greatly increased her distress.

Curie's feeling of desolation finally began to fade when she was asked to succeed her husband as a physics professor at the Sorbonne. She was
the first woman to be given a professorship at the world-famous university. In 1911 she received the Nobel Prize in chemistry for isolating
radium. Although Marie Curie eventually suffered a fatal illness from her long exposure to radium, she never became disillusioned about her
work. Regardless of the consequences, she had dedicated herself to science and to revealing the mysteries of the physical world.

Q 18. The Curies' _________ collaboration helped to unlock the secrets of the atom.

friendly

competitive

courteous

industrious

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 19. Marie had a bright mind and a ______ personality.

strong

lighthearted

humorous

strange

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 1 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 20. When she learned that she could not attend the university in Warsaw, she felt _________.

hopeless

annoyed

depressed

worried

Correct Answer : 2 Your Answer : 3 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 21. Marie _________ by leaving Poland and traveling to France to enter the Sorbonne.

challenged authority

showed intelligence

behaved

was distressed

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 22. ________ she remembered their joy together.

Dejectedly

Worried

Tearfully

Happily

Correct Answer : 1 Your Answer : 3 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Section III : Common Errors in English

Correct the errors(grammar) in 10 sentences (This part carries 10 Marks)


Instruction: From the following pairs of sentences identify the grammatically correct sentence Q.23 to Q.32.

Q 23. Identify the correct sentence.

Thomas's house is bigger than Rajan's.

Thomas's house is bigger than Rajan.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 24. Identify the correct sentence.

He is the tallest boy in the class.

He is the most tallest boy in the class.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 25. Identify the correct sentence.

I bought a story book to read.

I bought a story book to read it.


Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1
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Q 26. Identify the correct sentence.

Had he attempted all the questions, he might have passed.

Had he attempted all the questions, he would have passed.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 27. Identify the correct sentence.

Dinesh burnt midnight oil in order that he might complete the task well before time.

Unless you join the team, I shall not leave you.

Correct Answer : 2 Your answer : 1 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 28. Identify the correct sentence.

What India needs today are more scientists, technicians and planners.

What India needs today is more scientists, technicians and planners.

Correct Answer : 2 Your answer : 1 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 29. Identify the correct sentence.

In the end the customer complained that someone hadn't been ruder to him.

In the end the customer complained that someone hadn't been more rude to him.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 30. Identify the correct sentence.

What is the time by your watch?

What is the time on your watch?

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 2 Status : Wrong Marks : 0


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Q 31. Identify the correct sentence.

The country belongs to every citizen.


The country is belonged to every citizen.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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Q 32. Identify the correct sentence.

My friend bought a new style car-a diesel and petroleum car.

My friend bought a new style car-a diesel and a petroleum car.

Correct Answer : 1 Your answer : 1 Status : Correct Marks : 1


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JOB APPLICATION
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COVER LETTER
From
N.Deenadayalan,
No.2,Srimushnam,cuddalore,
608703.

To
The Human Resource Manager,
Hyundai Auto Limited,
Nandanam,
Chennai -85.

Sir,
SUB: Application for the post of Senior Production Engineer
REF: The Hindu dated ________

In response to your advertisement in “The Hindu” dated ______ for the post
of Senior Production Engineer and I wish to apply for the post, keeping in view
my experience and qualifications.

I completed Electrical and Electronics Engineering and I have three years


experience in the field of Production and Quality Control Engineering in Lucas
TVS, Chennai. In addition to this, I have two years experience in Four Stroke
engine manufacturing unit in Ashok Leyland, Chennai.

I felt that my experience would be found suitable for the above post and my
application may be kindly considered.

Thanking you

Your’s truly

sign
(NAME)
RESUME
N.Deenadayalan,
No.2,Srimushnam,cuddalore, 8056886008
608703. deenadayalanvemal@gmail.com

Objective:
To achieve the highest standards in my work through innovation and
dedication and simultaneously contribute to the growth and success of the
organization.

Profile:
 A highly motivated Mechanical Engineer with dedication and application of
innovative ideas.
 Played key roles in Lucas-TVS and in the present company and guided to
achieve top positions in the industry.

Work Experience
Company Designation Form To Acheivements
Lucas-TVS Junior June 2012 May 2015 Increased Production
Padi, Chennai Production by 12%
Engineer
Ashok Senior June 2015 Till date Reduced wastage
Leyland,Chennai Production during production by
Engineer 58%

Educational Qualifications:
Degree/Branch University/Board Year of Passing Percentage/Grade
M.E. Electrical Anna University, 2015 8.58 CGPA
and Electronics Chennai
Engineering
B.E. Electrical and Anna University, 2013 7.96 CGPA
Electronics Chennai
Engineering
HSC State Board 2009 82%
SSLC State Board 2007 89%
Internships/Implant Trainings:
 Underwent implant training in Ford Motors India LTD for one month
 Attended summer internship program in TATA Motors for two months
 Attended implant training in BENZ India, Mumbai for 20 days

Projects:
 Did a mini project in solar powered trusting vehicles
 Completed a full length in four wheeler engine designs with financial and
patent support from Lucas -TVS,Chennai.

Technical Skills:
 CADD/CAM
 MAT LAB

Co/Extra curricular activities:


 Won the best project award in for my final year project.
 As a student’s secretary, organized inter-colligate symposium
 Awarded as the best volunteer in NSS by Anna University NSS coordinator
 Sports Secretary in 12th STD.
 Captain of college football team.

Personal details:
Father’s Name :V.Narayanan
Date Of Birth :29.11.1997
Gender :Male
Nationality :Indian
Marital status :Tamilnadu
Reference:
Mrs.D.Lakshmi,
HOD-Dept. of Electrical and Electronics Engineering,
SSIET,Chennai,
Lakshmi12@gmail.com

Er.T.Jaykumar,
Manaing Director,
Thangam Industries,
Chennai.
Jk@thangam.com

Declaration:
I hereby declare that all the information’s stated above are true to the
best of my knowledge and belief.

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NAME
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WRITING MEMO
What is a memo?
A memo is:
a hard-copy (sent on paper) document
used for communicating inside an organisation
usually short
contains To, From, Date, Subject Headings and Message sections
does not need to be signed, but sometimes has the sender's name at the bottom to be
more friendly, or the sender's full name to be more formal. If in doubt, follow your
company style.
How to write a memo
Memos should have the following sections and content:
1. 'To' section containing the name of the receiver. For informal memos, the receiver's given
name; e.g. 'To: Andy' is enough. For more formal memos, use the receiver's full name. If the
receiver is in another department, use the full name and the department name. It is usually
not necessary to use Mr., Mrs., Miss or Ms unless the memo is very formal.
2. 'From' section containing the name of the sender. For informal memos, the sender's other
name; e.g. 'From: Bill' is enough. For more formal memos, use the sender's full name. If the
receiver is in another department, use the full name and the department name. It is usually
not necessary to use Mr., Mrs., Miss or Ms unless the memo is very formal.
3. 'Date' section. To avoid confusion between the British and American date systems, write
the month as a word or an abbreviation; e.g. 'January' or 'Jan'.
4. Subject Heading.
5. The message.
Unless the memo is a brief note, a well-organised memo message should contain
the following sections:
a. Situation - an Introduction or the purpose of the memo
b. Problem (optional) - for example: "Since the move to the new office in Kowloon
Bay, staff have difficulty in finding a nearby place to buy lunch."
c. Solution (optional) - for example: "Providing a microwave oven in the pantry
would enable staff to bring in their own lunchboxes and reheat their food."
d. Action - this may be the same as the solution, or be the part of the solution that
the receiver needs to carry out; e.g. "we would appreciate it if you could
authorise up to $3,000"
e. Politeness - to avoid the receiver refusing to take the action you want, it is
important to end with a polite expression; e.g. "Once again, thank you for
your support.", or more informally "Thanks".
6. Signature
This is optional. See above.
WRITING MEMO

Date: 17-8-2015

To
Mr. Alex
Designation:. Senior Engineer

Sub. – Memo for Negligence of duty, misconduct

Mr. Alex

It is reported against you that on 16th of August 2015 at 11 am you were found to be smoking
in the office premises. As per the company norms, we follow No smoking policy which is not
adhered by you intentionally. No employee or visitor is allowed to smoke in any work area
whether it is private cabins, conference rooms or the toilets.

You are working with the company from last 5 years and it has been two years when the
company enforced No Smoking policy in the office premises. Being in the company from such a
long time, you are well acquainted with the company‘s rules and policies. There is no reason that
can justify your act. Moreover it is not the first time that you are caught violating the No
Smoking Policy. It is third time in six months that the management has received a complaint
against you. You are setting a bad example for the junior staff and the new employees. It is
affecting the work culture negatively. A bad example can spoil the entire staff.

Seeing the severity of the matter, the management has decided to suspend you for a time period
of 15 days. You are further advised in your own interest to be cautious and not to repeat such
an act in future.

Do sign a copy of this letter in acknowledgement of receipt of this letter.

For Ford India Ltd.

Authorized Signatory
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REPORT WRITING
From

N.Deenadayalan
The Class Representative,
III-year, Electrical and Electronics Engineering,
SSIET,
Chembarambakkam-600123
To
The Head of the Department,
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering,
SSIET,
Chembarambakkam-600123
Respected Sir,

Sub: Report on the visit to ―INFOSYS‖ (CHENNAI)

Our class mates with two faculty members went for a one day industrial visit to
INFOSYS, Chennai on 17th September 2011. As planned earlier, everybody assembled at the
department at 8.45am.After confirming that all the 50 members have come, we took college bus
and left the college and reached company by 9.45am. The company infra structure was quite
astonishing, the hierarchy of the company organization was also observed.

A team comprising of H.R, a project manager and two developers received us. First we
were taken to the conference hall where a brief presentation on the visit was given. Next we were
taken to all departments with the instruction that we were not supposed to disturb the work of the
any the staff there. We also gained knowledge about the programming concepts, we learnt how
to work with the programs to get solutions in a creative manner.

The visit came to an end at 3pm with refreshment at the cafeteria. We left the premises at
4pm. On the whole the visit was very useful. We hearty thank our HOD for giving this useful
opportunity to rebuild ourselves.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,

(Sign)

(The Class Representative)


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IELTS and TOEFL
IELTS (International English Language Testing Service) and TOEFL (Test of English as a
Foreign Language) are the two main English language tests available for prospective college
students from non-English speaking countries. Depending on your native language and pre-
college curriculum, taking either the IELTS or TOEFL may be a necessity. Although similar in
ambition and focus, these tests differ broadly in their approach and testing criteria.

The Basics
Both IELTS and TOEFL are designed to test your proficiency with the English language,
especially your ability to communicate effectively in a classroom setting and fit into a
predominantly English-speaking culture. Consequently, while SAT/GRE/GMAT test your verbal
ability, including reading comprehension, vocabulary, etc. IELTS and TOEFL only test how
comfortable you are with the English language. That doesn‘t mean these tests are a cakewalk, but
you won‘t be stretched nearly as thin as with the SAT, GRET or GMAT.
IELTS or TOEFL is usually a requirement for students from countries where English is not the
primary language. In some countries, taking either of these tests may also be required for
obtaining a visa. At the same time, high scores in the standardized tests – SAT/GRE – or a
English-heavy course curriculum at the high-school or Bachelor‘s degree level (for students
applying for Master‘s and PhD‘s abroad) may exempt you from these requirements, though this
is the exception, not the norm. In 90% cases, you will be required to take either the IELTS or
TOEFL.

What They Test


Both IELTS and TOEFL are divided into four sections:
Reading: This section is meant to test your basic reading abilities. You‘ll be shown 3-4
passages followed by questions on the same. The passages are usually easy* – something
you‘d find in any common academic textbook – and cover a wide range of topics, from
journalistic pieces to first person accounts.
Listening: This section tests your ability to understand spoken lectures and conversations
– a crucial part of academic and social success in a foreign country. You will be asked to
recordings of 3-4 lectures and discussions, followed by questions on the same.
Writing: The writing section tests your writing ability. Don‘t worry; nobody expects you
to pen the next Grapes of Wrath here. You will mostly be asked to write a summary of an
academic discussion, and express your opinion on a topic. This section primarily tests
how you organize your thoughts, and whether you can write fluent English that would be
acceptable in an academic setting.
Speaking: This section checks whether you can speak coherently on a given topic. This
may be broken down into several tasks. Some may take the form of an interview
(IELTS), while some may require you to listen to a discussion and express your thoughts
on the same.

Differences between IELTS and TOEFL


Now that we know what the IELTS and TOEFL actually are, let‘s look at the key differences
between them.

Acceptance
IELTS is mostly a British test. Hence, it is more readily accepted in universities within the
commonwealth. This includes colleges in Britain, New Zealand, Canada and Australia. Many
American universities accept the IELTS as well.
TOEFL was initially developed at the Center for Applied Linguistics at Stanford University. As
such, it has very wide acceptance in US universities. Almost every American college will accept
the IELTS, though that can‘t be said for the IELTS.
As a student, you can should consult the testing requirements of your target universities. Broadly
speaking, if you‘re applying for colleges in the British Commonwealth, go with IELTS.
Otherwise, take TOEFL. It isn‘t uncommon for colleges to accept either scores, regardless of
what testing requirements state.
Availability
Because TOEFL is an older test than IELTS, and because more students apply for universities in
US than Australia or Britain, TOEFL boasts a higher number of test centers as well: 4,500
centers spread across 165 countries.
IELTS, on the other hand, has only 900 centers globally, though this shouldn‘t be an issue as
they have a center in pretty much every major international city.
Both IELTS and TOEFL are offered 48 times per year.

Types
TOEFL offers just one type of test – the TOEFL iBT (Internet-based Test). Some centers also
offer the Paper-based Test (PBT) which is just a paper version of the iBT.
IELTS offers two types of tests:
Academic: This test is used for meeting the admission requirements of universities. It is
harder, with the tests concerned primarily with performance in an academic setting.
General: This is a general purpose test used to meet visa requirements when immigrating
to a country. It is easier with most questions concerned with performance in a real world,
social setting.
The IELTS test taker split is almost equally divided into 50% academic, and 50% general test
takers.

Cost
Testing fee for both TOEFL and IELTS varies between $150-$250 depending on your location
and test type.

Scoring
The TOEFL is scored out of 120 points. IELTS scores are based on a 9 point scale with half-
point increments. Since the TOEFL is scored on a wider point range, some students feel it to be
fairer than IELTS, where a few mistakes might degrade your score by a point or two.

Section Specific Differences


Besides the above, there are a few section specific differences among the tests as well:
Writing
Since IELTS is offered by the British Council, it accepts both UK and US English spellings.
TOEFL, on the other hand, uses predominantly US English spellings. If you‘re more comfortable
with UK than US English, consider taking the IELTS and vice-versa.
Listening
Expect to hear a variety of different accents on the IELTS Listening section. This may include,
but isn‘t limited to, British, American, Australian and Canadian accents.
TOEFL, on the other hand, employs the standard American accent. If you watch a lot of
American movies or TV shows, you‘ll find this much easier to handle than an Australian or Irish
accent on the IELTS. You can learn more about the standard American accent in this course.

Speaking
The IELTS speaking section is actually a one-on-one interview. Question topics can range from
the academic (―talk about the theory of evolution for a minute‖), to the mundane (―what is
your favorite hobby and why?‖).
The TOEFL speaking section involves speaking into a microphone. Most questions will be
academic in nature. You will also be asked to listen to a lecture or academic discussion and voice
your thoughts on the same (such questions are called ‗integrated tasks‘ on the TOEFL).
If you‘re more comfortable speaking into a mic than sitting across an interviewer, you‘ll find the
TOEFL Speaking section way easier.

Closing Words
The differences between TOEFL and IELTS are few but not inconsequential. Depending on
where you want to study – US or UK/Australia – you may choose either one of them. They cost
roughly the same, have the same duration (approx. 3 hours) and validity (2 years), and are
offered nearly year round.
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Civil Services - Examination Pattern


The UPSC Civil Services Exam is conducted in two stages Prelims and Mains which are then
followed by an interview.
Scheme and subjects for the Preliminary and Main Examinations is as follows:
Preliminary Examination
There are two compulsory papers of 200 marks each in the Civil Services Prelims
Exam. Important Points:
(i) Both the question papers are of the objective type (multiple choice questions) of two hours
each.
(ii) The question papers will be set both in Hindi and English. However, questions relating to
English Language Comprehension skills would be provided only in English. (iii)
Blind candidates would be allowed an extra 20 minutes of time at each paper.
Main Examination
The written examination will consist of the following papers:
Paper-I
Section 1 Essay 200 Marks
Section 2 English Comprehension & English Précis 100 Marks (The level of paper would be
Matriculation/ Xth standard level)
Paper-II
General Studies–I 250 Marks (Indian Heritage and Culture, History and Geography of the
World and Society)
Paper-III General Studies –II 250 Marks (Governance, Constitution, Polity, Social Justice
and International relations)
Paper-IV General Studies –III 250 Marks (Technology, Economic Development, Bio-
diversity, Environment, Security and Disaster Management)
Paper-V General Studies –IV 250 Marks (Ethics, Integrity and Aptitude)
Paper-VI Optional Subject – Paper 1 250 Marks
Paper-VII Optional Subject – Paper 2 250 Marks
Total marks from written test 1800 Marks
Personality Test (Interview) 275 Marks.
Grand Total 2075 Marks

The candidates successfully qualifying all the three stages will be short listed at
the following posts:
 
 Indian Administrative Service
 
 Indian Foreign Service
 
 Indian Police Service
 
 Indian P & T Accounts & Finance Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Audit and Accounts Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Revenue Service (Customs and Central Excise), Group 'A'
 
 Indian Defence Accounts Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Revenue Service (I.T.), Group 'A'


 Indian OrdnanceFactories Service, Group 'A' (Assistant Works Manager,
Administration)
 
 Indian Postal Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Civil Accounts Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Railway Traffic Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Railway Accounts Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Railway Personnel Service, Group 'A'


 Post of Assistant Security Commissioner in  Railway Protection Force, Group
'A' Indian Defence Estates Service, Group 'A'
 
 Indian Information Service (Junior Grade), Group 'A'.
 
 Indian Trade Service, Group 'A' (Gr. III)
 
 Indian Corporate Law Service, Group "A"
 
 Armed Forces Headquarters Civil Service, Group 'B' (Section Officer's Grade)
 
 Delhi, Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Lakshadweep, Daman & Diu and Dadra & Nagar
 
 Haveli Civil Service, Group 'B'
 
Pondicherry Civil Service, Group 'B'
2014 QUESTION PAPER – CIVIL SERVICES – VERBAL ABILITY
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INTERVIEW SKILLS
  Types of interviews

  
Interview preparation steps and tips
  
Stages of an interview
 
Developing effective answers

Types of Interviews
1. Structured / non-structured
2. One-on-one / panel / group
3. Responsive / reactive (stress interview)
4. Phone (pre-screening)
5. Informational
6. Traditional / Behavioural

What is a Behaviour Based Interview?


A structured interviewing style based on questions designed to probe past behaviour
in specific situations
Focuses on experience, behaviours, knowledge, skills and abilities related to the position
Used to get an idea of how an individual will manage duties based on their past behaviour
Note: Past behavior is the best predictor of future Performance

Examples of Behavioural Questions


If the job posting states the company is looking for a ―team player‖, possible interview
questions could include:
Tell me about a time when you had to adjust to a co-worker‘s working style in order to
successfully complete a project.
Describe a situation when working with others produced better results than if you had
completed the project on your own.
Can you share with me a time when demonstrated your ability to work as an effective
team member?

Pre-interview Preparation
Documents
Copy of resume for each interviewer +1
Pen & paper
Interview Agenda - your questions – remember it‘s a two way street to see if you fit
into their organization AND if you feel comfortable there)
Copy of job posting
References
Portfolio (optional depending on career)

Professional Attire
A day or two before the interview:
Try on your intended outfit (fit)
Check for stains, rips, missing button, creases, etc.
Coordinate accessories (tie, belt, socks, shoes, jewelry, etc. )
Set aside in a ―safe‖ spot
Dress one step above

Prepare Your Route


Confirm address, including suite number, and interviewer‘s name(s)
Print a map of the route / write directions
Trial run (before day of interview)
Check for construction signs
Locate available parking lot options
Set aside change/credit card (if needed)

Prepare Your Answers


Use recent examples where you excelled
Identify your skills throughout your response
Use industry terms (acronyms or industry slang)
Avoid casual language
Be objective, not subjective…just the facts
Include amounts, dollars, time frames, percentages, numbers,
etc. Length: 1-3 minutes
Practice, practice, practice!

Ten Common Questions to Expect


Tell me about yourself.
What is your greatest achievement?
Tell me about a time you save time or money.
What is your greatest strength?
Can you me about your computer skills?
Tell me about a time where you had to handle a challenging co-worker or customer.
Can you describe a time when you went above and beyond the call of duty?
What do you believe is your professional
weakness? Where do you see yourself in five years?
Why do you want to work for this company?

Use the STAR technique


Describe the Situation
Discuss the Task that needed to be accomplished
What Actions did you take to perform your task
What were the Results of your actions

Preparation Tips
Be prepared to discuss negative experiences (choosing those that turned out well or you
made the best of the situation and what you learned from it)
There are no right or wrong answers - just give enough details to allow the interviewer to
accurately assess your past accomplishments
Keep a record of your achievements, use them to come up with great STAR examples
for the next time you go for an interview

Five Stages of an Interview


1. Opening - rapport building
2. Questions about your experience and skills
3. Exploring professional style (fit)
4. Interviewee questions
5. Closing - final message

Tips for Your Arrival


Be ―on‖ before entering the building
Arrive 15 minutes before appointment
Pleasantly greet receptionist and identify
yourself While waiting, review your answers
Avoid fidgeting, chewing gum, talking on cell
phone or texting

First Impressions
Studies show that an interviewer forms judgments within four minutes of meeting
you Much of the impact you create in an interview is based on your visual and
nonverbal presentation

Your First Impression


Greet the interviewer with a comfortably firm handshake, eager smile and direct eye
contact
Allow interviewer to indicate where to sit
Have documents in order, and offer copy of resume to each
interviewer Assume a receptive posture
Breathe and try to relax…remember: you are prepared!

What You Say and How You Say It


Preparing your answers is a great start!
Being aware of how you are presenting your answers is also
important Verbal and non-verbal (body language)
communication is important too

What You Say:

Non-verbal Communication
Non-verbal communication is composed of appearance, posture and body language.
Appearance:
Personal hygiene and clothing
Posture:
Attentive listening position
Avoid slouching or sitting on edge
Make comfortable (slight)
adjustments Avoid crossing your legs
Allow for a personal space of about 36 inches

Body Language
Body language includes:
Hands
Handshake
Eye contact
Facial signals and head movements
Your Hands
Hand movements can liven up an interview, but should be used in moderation, and below
eye level
Avoid crossing your arms
Avoid unconscious hand movements (biting nails, picking at nails, adjusting tie,
wringing hands, rubbing the back of your neck, hands in pockets, clicking a pen, etc.)

The Handshake
Comfortably firm; 2 - 3 shakes
Use only 1 hand and put it all the way into the interviewer‘s hand, with palm up
Be aware of possible perspiration
If you don‘t feel comfortable shaking hands for cultural/religious reasons, you
can ‗gesture‘ a greeting

Your Eyes
Eye contact is essential and an excellent way of conveying your interest in the job
By looking directly at the interviewer you are giving them a sign of
trust Allow for eye movement to avoid staring
Avoid looking away, down, or over your glasses when answering questions
Panel interview: focus on the person who posed the questions, and ‗sweep‘ the others

Your Facial Signals


Present a warm and natural smile
Nod your head slowly in agreeance
Avoid head bobbing
Avoid biting / licking your lips
Be aware if you are rubbing your nose
Be aware of subconscious facial Expressions

Interviewer’s Body Language


Watch the amount of hand gestures the interviewer uses to gauge your usage
This can serve as warning sign of displeasure (shaking their head, sighing, crossing their
arms, etc.)

Understanding the Interviewer


An interviewer must make hiring decisions. To do this THREE basic issues must be covered in
the questions they ask:
1. Can you actually do the job? Is your experience, training, education, aptitude and
interest sufficient so you would be productive for me?
2. Who are you? What are you like? What characteristics and traits do you possess?
3. Will you fit in with the others in my company/organization? Will you be part of a
problem
4. or part of a solution?
Closing the Interview
Provide a copy of your References
Confirm the follow-up timeframe and phone number
Restate your interest in the position and why you feel you are the ideal candidate
Thank the interviewer(s) for their time
Shake the interviewer‘s hand
Remember to SMILE!

Practice Your Interview Skills


Pick five questions from the list of possible interview questions
Choose a partner and determine who will be the interviewer and who will be
the interviewee first.
As the interviewee, decide what you would like feedback on. Be specific (body language,
using the STAR correctly, nervous gestures, etc)
After the practice interview. The interviewer will provide feedback ONLY on what
the interviewee requested
Switch places

Post-Interview
Reflect on interview – note unexpected questions or answers that need polishing
Send a Thank You email / card (within 24 hours)
Follow up (clarify during interview)
Prepare for a second interview
Continue your job search

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