Paper 1 · Communication
UGC NET December 2021 June 2022 (11.07.2022) Shift-II
Given below are two statements. In the light of the statements, choose the correct answer.
- Statement I: Lack of vocabulary can be a serious deficiency in communication.
- Statement II: One's vocabulary need not be too complex or too simple for communication.
ABoth Statement I and Statement II are true ✓ Correct
BBoth Statement I and Statement II are false
CStatement I is true but Statement II is false
DStatement I is false but Statement II is true
Correct answer: (A) Both Statement I and Statement II are true — Both statements are true, so the answer is that both are true.
Explanation
★Both statements are true, so the answer is that both are true.
★A poor vocabulary or wrong word choice weakens the sender ability to convey meaning.
★So lack of vocabulary is indeed a serious deficiency in communication.
★For everyday communication, ordinary and appropriate words are enough.
★Vocabulary that is too complex can confuse, and too simple can seem inadequate.
★So the vocabulary need be neither overly complex nor overly simple, just fitting.
★Effective communication matches word choice to audience and purpose.
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