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Technical Report Writing Past Paper 2020

Technical Report Writing ENG-2413 Past Paper 2020 BS CS & IT University of Sargodha

University: University of Sargodha (UOS)
Program: BS (CS & IT) – 3rd Term
Subject: Technical Report Writing
Course Code: ENG-2413
Year: 2020
Time Allowed: 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Maximum Marks: 80


Why Use This Technical Report Writing Past Paper?

This past paper helps students understand the exam pattern, frequently asked concepts, and expected writing style for the Technical Report Writing course.

  • Practice objective conceptual questions
  • Improve academic and report writing skills
  • Understand examiner expectations
  • Prepare confidently for final exams

Technical Report Writing Past Paper 2020 (Complete)

University of Sargodha
BS 3rd Term Examination 2020
Subject: CS & IT
Paper: Technical Report Writing (ENG-2413)
Time Allowed: 02:30 Hours
Maximum Marks: 80

Note: Objective part is compulsory. Attempt any three questions from subjective part.

Objective Part (Compulsory)

Q.1 Write short answers of the following in 2–3 lines each. (2×16)

  1. Define Topic Sentence with an example.
  2. Differentiate between Tree Diagram and Idea Map.
  3. Write strategies that make a web page reliable.
  4. Why is writing for the web different?
  5. Explain focus and purpose with an example.
  6. Define thesis statement with examples.
  7. Explain spiral stages.
  8. What is listing/bulleting?
  9. Define procrastination with an example.
  10. What are unique features of the web?
  11. Explain “Making major revisions”.
  12. What is synthesizing?
  13. Explain purpose of a flyer.
  14. Differentiate between natural and social sciences.
  15. Explain infographics.
  16. Differentiate between Enthymeme and Syllogism.

Subjective Part

Q.2 How can you argue logically and persuasively? Support your answer with examples.

Q.3 Explain different patterns of organization with reference to Mikulecky and Jeffries.

Q.4 Elaborate useful tips to make your first draft more effective.

Q.5 Explain types of research writing and steps for preliminary thesis statement.

Q.6 Write myths and realities about writing.


Solved Objective Questions (Short Answers)

1. What is a Topic Sentence?

A topic sentence expresses the main idea of a paragraph and guides the reader. Example: “Effective communication is essential in technical writing.”

Reference: Purdue OWL

2. Tree Diagram vs Idea Map

A tree diagram shows hierarchical structure, while an idea map visually connects related ideas around a central topic.

Reference: UNC Writing Center

3. Strategies for Reliable Web Pages

Use accurate content, credible sources, clear navigation, updated information, and proper citations.

Reference: MDN Web Docs

4. Why Writing for Web Is Different?

Web writing is concise, scannable, and user-focused due to short attention spans.

Reference: Nielsen Norman Group

5. Focus and Purpose

Focus defines what to write; purpose explains why it is written. Example: Writing a report to inform.

6. Thesis Statement

A thesis statement presents the central argument of a paper. Example: “Technology improves education efficiency.”

Reference: UNC Writing Center


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