Communication Skills

Introduction

Communication skills are an essential aspect of our lives, affecting personal and professional relationships, and overall success. Good communication involves not only speaking clearly and effectively, but also actively listening, understanding non-verbal cues, and adapting to various situations and audiences. In today's interconnected world, it is more important than ever to develop and improve communication skills.

Active Listening

Active listening is the process of fully paying attention to, understanding, and retaining the information being communicated by another person. It requires concentration and a willingness to engage with the speaker. When practicing active listening, it is important to avoid distractions and interruptions, as well as provide verbal and non-verbal feedback to show that you are engaged. This can help build rapport, foster trust, and increase the accuracy of communication.

Verbal Communication

Verbal communication involves the use of words to convey a message. Effective verbal communication requires clear and concise language, avoiding ambiguity and misunderstandings. In addition, it is important to adapt your communication style to suit the audience, taking into consideration factors such as cultural background, education level, and personal preferences.

Non-Verbal Communication

Non-verbal communication refers to the messages conveyed through body language, tone of voice, and facial expressions. This type of communication can often convey more information than the words being spoken and can greatly impact the overall effectiveness of communication. Examples of non-verbal cues include eye contact, posture, tone of voice, and hand gestures.

Adaptability

Adaptability is key in communication, as different situations and audiences require different approaches. For example, a business presentation will likely require a more formal and professional communication style, while a conversation with friends may be more relaxed and informal. The ability to adjust your communication style to fit the context can greatly improve the effectiveness of your communication and help build stronger relationships.

Conclusion

In conclusion, communication skills are essential for success in both personal and professional settings. By focusing on active listening, verbal communication, non-verbal communication, and adaptability, individuals can greatly improve their communication skills and build stronger relationships. Good communication skills can lead to increased confidence, improved relationships, and greater success in all areas of life.

Reading for Comprehension

March 2022 Board Exam

Std 12 English

Section 1 Prose 

Q 1 A 

At a corner of sixth revenue....................... walked down the street.

Al. True/False :

(2)

Read the following sentences and state whether they are true or false. Correct the false statements and rewrite them.

(a) Soapy broke the glass of the shop window.

(b) Nobody heard the breaking of the glass window. 

(c) The policeman chased Soapy.

(d) Soapy did not run away from the place.

Ans : (a) Soapy broke the glass of the shop window. True

(b) Nobody heard the breaking of the glass window. False

Correct Statement: A police man and some people came running hearing the breaking of the glass window.

(c) The policeman chased Soapy. False

Correct Statement: The police man chased another man who was running to catch a car. 

(d) Soapy did not run away from the place. True

A2. Rearrange:

Rearrange the following statements in order of their occurrence in the extract. 

(a) The policeman refused to accept Soapy even as a clue.

(b) Soapy took a stone and dashed it through the glass.

(c) "Now, get busy and call a cop," said Soapy.

(d) Soapy, with disgust in his heart, drifted along twice unsuccessful.

Ans : (A) Soapy took a stone and dashed it through the glass. 

(B) The policeman refused to accept Soapy even as a clue.

(C) Soapy, with disgust in his heart, drifted along twice unsuccessful.

(D) "Now, get busy and call a cop," said Soapy.

A3. Guess : Read the following sentences and write down what it means.

(a) "Don't you think that I might have had something to do with it ?"

(b) He told the waiter the fact that the minutest coin and himself were total strangers.

(a) Soapy indicates that he should be arrested for breaking the glass. Police should consider him culprit. 

(b) After consuming eatables , Soapy had not seen any coin since long. He was unable to pay the bill. 

A4. Personal response:

(2)

Suppose you are a manager of a hotel, a poor boy has taken dinner in the hotel and then he found, he has not enough money to pay the bill. Describe how you will react in the situation.

(2)

AS. Language study:

(i) On the opposite side of the street was a restaurant

of no great pretensions.

(ii) Men who smash windows do not remain to chat with the police. (Make the above sentences simple)

A6. Vocabulary:

Match the following words in column 'A' with their meanings in column 'B'.

Column 'A'               Column 'B'

(a) gibberish.                      (i) magic

(b) enchantment.              (ii) meaningless speech

(c) arrest.                           (iii) threw

(d) pitched.                        (iv) nab

Ans : (a) gibberish -          (ii) meaningless speech

           (b) enchantment -      (i) magic

           (c) arrest.      -               (iv) nab

           (d) pitched.    -             (iii) threw

B1. Grammar /Language Study (Non-Textual Grammar) — Do as directed: (3)

(i) We can accept our life gracefully. (Rewrite using modal auxiliary showing 'compulsion')

Ans : (i) We must accept our life gracefully.

(ii) As I entered the post office, the Post Master presented me with a telegram.

(Begin the sentence with "No sooner........)

No sooner did I enter the post office than the Post Master presented me with a telegram.

(iii) The mother looks after her child. (Make it a rhetorical question)

Ans : Doesn't the mother looks after her child?

Non Textual Extract: Std 10

Q.4. A. Read the following passage and do the given activities : [10 Marks]

A1. List the benefits of Yoga (02)

i. _____________________ ii. _____________________

iii. _____________________ iv. _____________________

i. develop mental facility.  ii. Spiritual facility

iii. Physical facility          iv. Emotional facility 

We give undue importance to our health and the treatment of diseases. A large number of 

medicines treat only the symptoms of the disease, and not the root cause. In fact, the cause of many chronic ailments is still being researched. It is here that Yoga therapy comes to our assistance. Yoga emphasizes treatment of the root cause of an ailment. It works in a slow, subtle and miraculous manner. 

Modern medicine can claim to save a life at a critical stage, but, for complete recovery and regaining of normal health, one must believe in the efficiency of Yoga therapy.

The Yogic way of life includes a code of ethics, regulations, discipline, combined with prayer 

and meditation. Even a discussion of these subjects helps one relieve mental tensions and change attitudes. Simple Asana has helped to stretch and relax the whole body and release tensions. The sincere practice of Yoga postures is beneficial, for the mind and body.

The continued practice of Yoga has a profound effect on the inner dimensions of life. Yoga 

aims at developing the mental, physical, spiritual and emotional facilities. Other forms of physical exercises, like aerobics, assure only physical well-being. They have little to do with the development of the soul and mind.

A2. Complete the following statement according to the passage : (02)

i. One must believe in the _______________________

ii. Aerobics assure only _________________________

Ans : i. One must believe in the efficiency of Yoga therapy.

ii. Aerobics assure only physical well-being. 

A3. Fill up the word formation chart : (02)

Noun                 Verb               Adjective

development _______________ ________________

_____________ believe ________________

development , develope , developing 

__belief,  believe _ believable

A4. Do as Directed:- 

i. Yoga emphasizes treatment of the root cause of an ailment. 

Frame ‘Wh-‘ Question to get the underlined part as an answer) (01)

Ans : i) What does yoga emphasize? 

ii. We give undue importance to our health.

(Begin with Undue importance ……………………) (01)

Ans : ii) Undue importance is given to our health by us. 

A5. Do you believe Yoga Asanas are better than physical exercises? Justify your answer.    (02)

Ans : I do believe Yoga Asanas are better than physical exercises. Yoga Asanas helps in developing the body as well as mind. It helps in mental and emotional trauma. Physical exercises works on physical wellness. 

Summary Writing

Q4. B. Write a short summary of the passage given in Q.No.4.A. and suggest a suitable

Importance of Yoga or What is Yoga? 

Too much importance is given to health and disease. A number of medicines works on symptoms only. But the Yoga focuses on the root cause of the disease. The Yoga aims at complete recovery and normalcy. Simple discussion of the Yogic way of life gives the relief from mental tensions. The practice of Yoga strengthen body, mind , heart and soul. Other forms of exercise assure only physical wellness. 

Information Transfer 1

Information Transfer : Std 10 

Village Life: Advantages and Disadvantages

In India the largest population lives in villages. The life in villages is tough but not rough. Along with advantages of village life we will discuss some disadvantages.  Let's begin with disadvantages. The roads in villages are very bad. In rainy season they becomes worst. Transportation remains at halt.   There is no regular power supply and water. People in villages face many difficulties due irregular power. They have to fetch water from wells on heads. They fail to irrigate their forms at proper time. Network is another issue at village. Connectivity gets lost frequently. Rate of illiteracy is increasing in villages. Some villages have no schools at all. Children have to go to nearby village for schooling. This gives vent to dropout and turns into illiteracy. Blind beliefs, superstition mars the village life. 

Though there are some disadvantages of village life there are certain advantages. Villages are industry free means pollution free. We get fresh air there. Breathing is smooth. The life in villages is beautiful. The surrounding is green and natural. Living in such places makes people healthy. People in villages are healthy. They live in peaceful environment. They live in hormony. They help each other in their everyday work. They enjoy together. They suffer together.Life in villages is co-operative. Gandhiji rightly said,"Turn to village."

Trees are our best friends.

Speech

Pollution is a big problem nowadays. We are the witness to air pollution and water pollution. Who aren't responsible for this ? We all are polluting air and water. Emission from vehicles, industrial waste, burning of garbage and use of chemicals  are the major causes of pollution. The pollution is hazardous to human being and animals. It leads to severe diseases. 

 Some of these can not be removed but repaired. Trees play a vital role in stopping the pollution. Trees absorb the emissary and harmful gases and keep the air clean. So the more trees, the less pollution. We should begin stopping the felling of trees and wildfire. At same time we should plant trees. It's not a job of government and NGOS only. Every individual has to plant the trees and save the trees. To make the awareness among the people, we should observe vanmahotsav.  Through such celebration we should stress the importance of trees. Trees are the only source we have for our requirements of oxygen. We breath because of trees. Trees absorb what we exhale. Trees release what we need to inhale. So we should accept and believe that no trees no life.  Our every celebration should begin with planting trees. 

Trees are our best friends. 

Virtual Message Drafting

Imagine you have to leave early from home for an interview. Draft a message in about 50 words to convey the same to your friend. Give your own reasons to support your message 

4 March 2022 , 8:05 A.M. Dear Rakesh,  I am leaving for an interview at Copco Sales, Mulund. I am very sorry to convey you this at short notice. I got the mail late at night about walk in for interview. I had promised to meet you at your home today. But as I am busy with interview, I will be unable to meet you today. I will let you know about the job as soon as possible. Jivan Gode

Imagine you have planned different methods to study for your board exam. Draft a message in about 50 words to convey the same to your friend. Give your own reasons to support your message 

 

4 March 2022 , 8:05 A.M. Dear Pushpa,  Hey Pushpa here I would like to tell you about my study plan. Since I was not getting good result with my regular study plan, I made some changes in it.  I focus on reading textbook thoroughly. I started preparing mind maps for all the necessary chapters important for board exams.  Now I feel confident about my study. I hope you also will follow the same.  Sai Pallavi

Evaluating Speaking skills

 While evaluating students for oral test, the major concern is speaking skills. Many students stagger here. When topic is given students keep mum. As a teacher we have to facilitate the situation by giving some hints. Here is some topics and their hints. By asking questions we can make them speak. 

Topic : Helping mother in kitchen father on farm / garder

Do you like to help your mother in Kitchen?

what kind of help? / why don't you ? 

How do you help your mother ?

Does she get angry with you?

How do you feel ?

what dish is your mother's favourite ?

Can you make that?

Road Accidents.

1. Why do you  think road accidents occur? 

OR what are the causes of road accidents ?

2. What can be done to avoid  accidents?

3. Tell about any accidents you witness?

4. What are the losses in  accidents?

5. Who are mostly responsible for accidents ?

Tree Plantation:

1. Why should we plant trees?

2. What do trees give us ? 

3. What can we get from trees without cutting ?

4  Describe trees as our friend? 

5. What will you do to bring awareness among people ? 

Enjoying seasons

 1. Which season do you like most?

2. Why do you like that? 

3. What are the features of that Season?

4 How do you enjoy that season ? 

5. What farming activities are done in that season ? 

Problems of the Aged 

1. Whal problems do the aged men have ?

2. What kind of help you can give?

3. How can they be helpful to you?

4. What measurs  should be taken to solve their problems?

Effects of mobiles 

1. What are the uses of mobile ? 

2. What are the evil effects of mobiles?

3. Do we use mobile phones while riding ? why?

4. How does mobile help you in your study ?