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Candidates are required to demonstrate analytical proficiency regarding the contribution of General Semantics to humanity, the role of extensional devices, and the core concept that the map is not the territory. The exam assesses both theoretical knowledge and practical communication skills, requiring students to discuss the works of figures like Korzybski and Martin Levinson. 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  1   6   0   1   0   7   0   5   0   2   0   2   0   2   0   0  \nSeat No.  \n   \nHW-1601070502020200  \nM.A.(Sem.II)ExaminationMay -2023English(General Semantics)  \nTime:  \n/Total Marks:70  \nInstructions :(1)Attempt all questions.  \n(2)All questions carry equal marks.  \n1 (A)What is General Semantics and what is its contribution to 14humanity?  \nOR  \n(B)Write a detailed note on the extensional devices as they 14are described in General Semantics.  \n2 (A)Why Korzybski describes General Semantics as a general 14  \ntheory of evaluation of thought and action?discuss in thelight of the Olivet College Lectures.  \nOR  \n14(B)Discuss the views of martin Levinson on the sensiblethinking.  \n143 (A)Discuss how Korzybski highlights the significance ofCommunication and its significance in society.  \nOR  \n14  \n(B)What is Critical Thinking?Discuss.  \n144 (A)What is Korzybski's take on human language in general?What does he suggest for its improvement?  \nOR  \n14(B)Write your views on General Semantics as a probablepsychological therapy.  \n14  \n5 Write short note.(any two)  \n(1)Map is not the territory  \n(2)Immaturity of thinking  \n(3)Life skills and their importance  \n(4)What is the e-prime language?  \n[40/4]","cbCaioAQHHStHqEn","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaioAQHHStHqEn","pdf",63349,"English","# Examination Structure\n## Question 1: General Semantics Overview\n## Question 2: Evaluation of Thought and Action\n## Question 3: Communication and Critical Thinking\n## Question 4: Language Improvement and Psychological Therapy\n## Question 5: Short Notes Topics","[{\"question\":\"What is the core focus of the General Semantics exam paper?\",\"answer\":\"The exam focuses on the theories of Alfred Korzybski, the role of language in society, critical thinking, and the application of General Semantics in psychology and daily life.\"},{\"question\":\"How are the marks distributed in this examination?\",\"answer\":\"The total marks for the exam are 70, with five questions in total, each carrying 14 marks.\"},{\"question\":\"What are the specific topics covered under the short notes section?\",\"answer\":\"The short notes section covers topics including the concept that 'the map is not the territory,' the immaturity of thinking, the importance of life skills, and the definition of E-Prime language.\"}]","M.A. Sem-II Examination - 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