Parts of Speech - Verbs: The Dynamic Core of Every Sentence

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If nouns are the naming words, then verbs are the action words – or the "doing" words – that bring our sentences to life! They are absolutely essential for telling us what's happening, what state something is in, or what someone possesses.

What is a Verb?

A verb is a part of speech that tells us:

• What the subject does: Rohit plays cricket.

• What happens to the subject: The ball was hit.

• What state the subject is in: Mr. Shah is a doctor.

• What the subject possesses: I have two pens.

Verbs are the engine of every sentence, driving the meaning forward.

Why Are Verbs So Important?

Without verbs, sentences wouldn't make sense! They provide the crucial information about actions, states, or occurrences, making communication dynamic and complete.

A Quick Look at Verb Types:

Verbs come in several categories, each with a distinct role:

• Action Verbs: These express a physical or mental action.

  • Examples: go, speak, run, eat, play, think, believe

• Linking Verbs: These connect the subject to a word that describes or renames it. They don't show action.

  • Examples: am, is, are, was, were, seem, become, feel, taste (e.g., Manisha is intelligent.)

• Helping Verbs (Auxiliary Verbs): These work with a main verb to form a verb phrase, indicating tense, mood, or voice.

  • Examples: be (is, am, are), do (does, did), have (has, had), can, could, will, would, must

• Transitive Verbs: An action verb that needs a direct object to complete its meaning.

  • Example: He drank a glass of water. (drank what? a glass of water)

• Intransitive Verbs: An action verb that does not need a direct object to complete its meaning.

  • Example: She sang beautifully. (sang, but no direct object receiving the action)

• Regular Verbs: Form their past tense and past participle by adding '-d' or '-ed'.

  • Examples: cook (cooked), smile (smiled), clean (cleaned)

• Irregular Verbs: Form their past tense and past participle in unique ways, not by adding '-d' or '-ed'.

  • Examples: go (went, gone), eat (ate, eaten), sing (sang, sung)

• Phrasal Verbs: A verb combined with a preposition or adverb (or both) to create a new meaning.

• Examples: look up, break down, get along

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Quiz: Test Your Verb Knowledge!

Fill in the Blanks: Identify the Correct Verb Type or Form!

Instructions: Complete each sentence by choosing the correct verb form or identifying the type of verb.

1. The children often ______ (play) in the park. (Choose the correct form of the verb)

2. In the sentence "The flowers smelled lovely," "smelled" is primarily a ______ verb. A. Action B. Helping C. Linking D. Transitive

3. She ______ (write) a letter. (Choose the correct form of the verb for a simple past action)

4. Which of these is an example of an Intransitive Verb? A. kick (the ball) B. read (a book) C. sleep (peacefully) D. give (a gift)

5. The word "cooked" is the past tense of "cook." This makes "cook" a ______ verb. A. Irregular B. Regular C. Linking D. Phrasal

Parts of Speech - Stop the Repetition! : A Guide to Using Pronouns Effectively

What's a Pronoun?

Simply put, a pronoun is a word that takes the place of a noun (or a noun phrase). Why do we use them? To avoid repeating the same nouns over and over again, making our sentences much more concise and clearer.

Think about it: Instead of saying, "Jenny likes Jenny's car," we can smoothly say, "Jenny likes her car." Here, "her" is the pronoun doing the heavy lifting! 

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Ever noticed how some sentences just flow better? A big reason for that is the clever use of pronouns!

Why Are They So Useful?

Pronouns help our writing and speaking sound natural and less repetitive. They're essential for creating clear, connected thoughts without constantly naming every person, place, or thing.

A Quick Look at Pronoun Types:

Pronouns come in different categories, each with a specific job:

• Personal Pronouns: These refer to specific people or things.

  • Subject: I, you, he, she, it, we, they (e.g., I am going to the market.)

  • Object: me, you, him, her, it, us, them (e.g., He gave me a book.)

• Possessive Pronouns: These show ownership.

  • mine, ours, yours, his, hers, its, theirs (e.g., This book is mine.)

• Reflexive/Intensive Pronouns: These refer back to the subject or emphasize a noun/pronoun.

  • myself, yourself, himself, herself, itself, ourselves, yourselves, themselves (e.g., I hurt myself.)

• Demonstrative Pronouns: These point to specific things.

  • this, that, these, those (e.g., This is my favorite book.)

• Indefinite Pronouns: These refer to non-specific people or things.

  • all, any, anyone, everyone, somebody, nothing, many, few, several (e.g., Everyone is here.)

• Relative Pronouns: These introduce clauses and connect them to a noun.

  • who, whom, whose, which, that (e.g., This is the woman who won the match.)

• Interrogative Pronouns: These are used to ask questions.

  • who, whom, whose, which, what (e.g., Who teaches you English grammar?)

Quiz: 

Instructions: Choose the best pronoun to complete each sentence or identify the type of pronoun used.

1. She loves ______ dog.

   a) his b) her c) them d) our

2. Identify the type of pronoun underlined in the following sentence: "

   Everyone is here already.

   a) Personal Pronoun b) Possessive Pronoun c) Indefinite Pronoun d) Demonstrative Pronoun

3. I hurt ______ jumping over the wall.

   a) I b) me c) myself d) mine

4. Which of the following is an example of an interrogative pronoun?

   a) She b) This c) What d) Many

5. This is the woman who won the match." The underlined word is an example of what type of pronoun?

   a) Reflexive Pronoun b) Relative Pronoun c) Interrogative Pronoun d) Personal Pronoun

Parts of Speech- Noun

 The traditional class of words in the English language that differ depending on the role they play or the idea they represent in a phrase is referred to as "parts of speech." Nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, prepositions, and connectives are components of English speech.

Why Are Nouns So Important?

Nouns are the anchors of our sentences. Without them, we wouldn't know who is doing what, where, or what we're even talking about! They provide the core subjects and objects in our communication.

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Quick Look at Noun Types:

While all nouns name something, they come in different "flavors":

1. Proper Nouns: These are specific names (like Gandhinagar, Shakespeare, Monday). They always start with a capital letter!

2. Common Nouns: These are general names (like city, boy, newspaper). They don't start with a capital letter unless they begin a sentence.

3. Material Nouns: These refer to substances or materials (like gold, water, cotton). You usually can't count them individually.

4. Collective Nouns: These name a group of things or people as a single unit (like a team of players, a flock of birds).

5. Abstract Nouns: These name ideas, qualities, or feelings that you can't touch or see (like honesty, bravery, love).

6. Countable Nouns: Things you can count (e.g., one apple, two apples).

7. Uncountable Nouns: Things you can't count individually (e.g., water, information).

8. Compound Nouns: Two or more words combined to form a single noun (e.g., basketball, toothbrush, credit card).

Practice Makes Perfect!

The best way to master nouns is to start noticing them in your everyday reading and conversations. Try to identify the different types of nouns in sentences you encounter. This practice will strengthen your grammar foundation and boost your overall English communication skills!

Quiz: Identify the Nouns!

Instructions: In each sentence below, identify the noun(s) and state their type(s) based on the categories discussed.

1. Mumbai is a bustling city.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

2. The team celebrated their victory.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

3. Honesty is the best policy.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

4. She drank a glass of water.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

5. My sister-in-law bought a new car.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

6. The children played with toys.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

7. We need more information for the project.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

8. The flock of birds flew south.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

9. He wears gold jewelry.

   • Nouns: _________________________________________________

   • Types: _________________________________________________

10. My notebook is on the table.

    • Nouns: _________________________________________________

    • Types: _________________________________________________

Happy learning!

Communication: Four Essential Ways We Connect

 Dear Students!

Have you ever stopped to think about how we communicate?

 It's more than just speaking or writing words. 

Every message we send, whether a quick text or a formal report, uses a specific approach to get its point across. 

Understanding these approaches is key to becoming a truly effective communicator, especially in the dynamic business world.

Let's break down the four main ways we communicate:

1. Narrative: The Power of Story

2. Description: Painting a Picture with Words

3. Exposition: Explaining Clearly

4. 
   Argument: Convincing with Reason

By recognizing and mastering these four communication styles, you'll be better equipped to tailor your messages effectively, whether you're explaining a business strategy, describing a new product, recounting a team success, or convincing clients. 

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Understanding the way you communicate is just as important as what you say!

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🗣️ Question for You:

Which of the four ways of communicating—Narrative, Description, Exposition, or Argument—do you use the most in your everyday life (like in WhatsApp chats, class answers, or even storytelling)?

💬 Tell us why in the comments!

BBA- Sem-1- Google Classrom- Division wise Code

 

Dear Semester-I BBA Students,

As we discussed today, here are your Google Classroom links. Please click on your respective division's link to join the classroom:

Class	Division	Google Classroom Link	Class Code
Sem-1	A	https://classroom.google.com/c/NzgyNTc1NDE5MjM3?cjc=6ct46bqt	6ct46bqt
Sem-1	B	https://classroom.google.com/c/Nzg4MDA0MjU2MDI4?cjc=eihekjlg	eihekjlg
Sem-1	C	https://classroom.google.com/c/Nzg4MDA0MTY3MDIx?cjc=7abff7pj	7abff7pj
Sem-1	D	https://classroom.google.com/c/Nzg4MDA0NjQ2MDg4?cjc=4qkuztuu	4qkuztuu

Once you have joined, please feel free to leave your remarks regarding your English language learning journey here in comment box.

Your feedback is valuable!

Language Functions and Quiz

 In Unit 1 of "Basic Course in English Language," we explore the purpose and power of language in human interaction. The unit outlines seven main functions of language:

1. To Interact – Fostering connection, support, and collaboration.

2. To Inform – Sharing factual information and updates.

3. To Find Out – Inquiring and seeking information.

4. To Influence – Persuading others through argument and appeal.

5. To Regulate – Guiding actions and setting rules.

6. To Entertain – Using creativity, humor, or narrative.

7. To Record – Preserving information through documentation.

Additionally, the unit introduces the four core styles of communication:

• Narrative (storytelling and experiences),

• Description (sensory and detail-rich writing),

• Exposition (clear explanations), and

• Argument (persuasive language).

The unit also includes conversation-based exercises to apply these functions in realistic scenarios.

Quiz Time!

Instructions:

Read each question and its options carefully. Write your answer in the comments section, and we will discuss it in our next class.

Keep learning and keep upgrading!

1. What is the primary purpose of language when a friend tells you about their weekend plans?            a) To Regulate b) To Entertain c) To Interact d) To Influence
2. A news reporter delivering the evening headlines is primarily using language for which purpose?   a) To Find Out b) To Inform c) To Regulate d) To Record
3. If you ask a librarian, "Do you have any books on ancient history?", which purpose of language are you fulfilling?                                                                                                                                          a) To Influence b) To Interact c) To Find Out d) To Entertain
4. When a politician gives a speech encouraging people to vote for a new policy, their main purpose is to:                                                                                                                                                          a) To Record b) To Inform c) To Regulate d) To Influence
5. Which purpose of language is most evident in a diary entry?                                                              a) To Entertain b) To Find Out c) To Record d) To Interact

Building Strong Foundations: A Glimpse into Our English Language Bridge Course

 

I am thrilled to share the highlights from the recent Orientation-cum-Bridge Course in Basic English Language for enthusiastic First Year BBA students at B. P. College of Business Administration! As an Assistant Professor of English and Communication Skills, it was a privilege to guide these bright minds as they embarked on their academic journey.

The intensive course, aptly titled "Building Foundational Skills," spanned a total of 8 enriching hours over three days, from June 19th to June 21st, 2025. To accommodate our large and diverse student body, sessions were meticulously organized across different divisions

My primary goal was to equip students with the fundamental language and communication skills essential for their BBA program and future careers. I delved into crucial aspects such as:

• Understanding Language Purpose & Functions: Exploring why we communicate, from informing and persuading to building relationships.
• Grammar Foundations: A practical introduction to the building blocks of English, including key Parts of Speech, to ensure clarity and accuracy in their expression.
• The Power of Reading: Highlighting strategies for efficient reading, a vital skill for academic success.

A key focus of this bridge course was interactive learning, especially designed to engage our large student body. 

I leveraged technology through live polls and quizzes on platforms like Mentimeter, encouraging active participation and providing instant feedback. These sessions ensured that every student, regardless of the group size, could engage directly with the content and reinforce their understanding.

The energy and enthusiasm from the students were truly inspiring!

Thank you department of Communication Skills and Isep Cell, Kadi Sarva Vishwavidyalaya giving me the opprtunity. 

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