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Airport Campus

Subject: APW Submission Day: Saturday

Instructor: Muhammad Yasir Khan Submission Date: 13-06-20
Program: BBA Max. Marks: 30

Final Exams (Take Home) Spring 2020

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5 Marks
1. Read the following passage critically and answer the questions below in your own words.

Many researchers, engineers and environmentalists are expressing deep concerns about changes in the overall
climate of the planet. Fossil fuels are being continuously used to produce electricity. The burning of these
fuels produces gases like carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxides which lead to global warming.
Deforestation is also leading to warmer temperatures. The hazard of global warming is continuously causing
major damage to the Earth's environment. Most people are still unaware of global warming and do not
consider it to be a big problem in years to come. What most people do not understand is that global warming
is currently happening, and we are already experiencing some of its withering effects. It is and will severely
affect ecosystems and disturb ecological balance. Because of the treacherous effects of global warming, some
solutions must be devised. The paper introduces global warming, elaborates its causes and hazards and
presents some solutions to solve this hot issue. Above all, alternative energy sources (solar, wind, hydro,
geothermal, bio mass) need to be seriously pursued. Finding and using renewable sources of energy is one of
the methods to combat the ever increasing global warming effectively.

a) What issue is the writer focusing on?

b) Does the writer take a clear stand on this issue?
c) What is the writer’s thesis (if there is one)?
d) What is the writer’s purpose for writing?
e) Who is the audience for this writing?
f) Does the writer seem to assume readers will agree with his/her position?
g) What evidence does the writer use to support the essay’s thesis/central argument?  Does the writer include
enough evidence?
h) Does the writer consider, address and/or refute opposing arguments?
i) Do you understand the vocabulary?  If not, look the words up and write the meaning of those words
separately.
j) Do you agree with the points the writer makes?  Why/why not?

5 Marks
2. Write a paragraph on “An experience on online classes” (80-100 words)

5 Marks
2. Paraphrase the following sentences in your own words using formal language.
a) The student requested that the professor excuses her absence, but the professor refused.
b) There will be a music concert next to Starbucks coffee shop. Would you like to go?
c) International Center is hosting English Conversation classes. They help non-native speakers
of English practice their English speaking skills.
d) The office of International Students and Scholars at Oxford University is located in Sheldon
Hall.

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e) The car that was pulled over by the police officer yesterday just had an accident. That driver
is not careful.

5 Marks
3. Paraphrase the following quotation using correct APA in-text citation:
a. “Working from home can lead to employees feeling isolated and dissatisfied” (Arnold King
2009 page 12)
b. “The increase in the number of students attending university has led to changes in the methods
and style of lecture delivery “. Mendez Robert, Journal of Educational Research 2010 Page 8
c. “Academic writing plays a very important role in university education as it is the medium in
which students demonstrate their understanding of the subject” (2001, page 222 Joules Carter).
d. “Courses should contain a practical component ensuring graduates have skills that are
transferable to the work place”. Phillips Simons, Journal of social Sciences 1999 (p.44).
e. “The introduction of certain austerity measures has greatly reduced the amount of disposable
income for most middle income homes” Briggs 2007 page No. 27

5 Marks

1. Write a summary of the following paragraphs in your own words using formal language.

a) Mr. Leibovitz and writer Matthew Miller joined forces to tell the story of the students in their book,
“Fortunate Sons.” The book says China sent one hundred twenty boys to America to learn about
developments that could help modernize their country.”
b) “Women entrepreneurs in the developing world often face challenges that limit their chances for
success and growth. They often have less access to education than men and have difficulty getting
financing on their own. But with an understanding of the essential aspects of doing business – such
as planning, financing, networking and marketing – they can overcome those obstacles. That's where
the 10,000 Women Initiative comes in. As Faiza Elmasry tells us, it's an investment in education
with dividends that benefit the businesswomen, their local communities and their national
economies.”

5 Marks

4. Write an argumentative essay on the following topic: (200-250 words)

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 How to reduce air pollution?

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