For Students: WRITING/COMPOSITION Exercises

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ALL EXERCISES BY MR. HAKIKAT RAI SHARMA

 

Report Writing

Important points

1. Title/headline and name of reporter
2. Follow CODER:- C – Collect Ideas, O – Organise Ideas, D – Make draft, E – Edit draft, R – Revise draft
3. Be objective
4. Include data , if applicable
5. Must look realistic
6. Must have order and unity
7. If short in one paragraph .If long in more than one paragraphs
8. A picture of incidents  must emerge before eyes while reading it . 

Question:

Suppose you are a reporter of The ABC Express . Write a report on an accident witnessed by you in about 150 words.

Short Report for Newspaper

Bus Collides With Taxi

by  Geetanjali

New Delhi: 20^th October. Two ladies and a young man were seriously injured in an accident near ITO at 7: 00 am. A bus carrying about 50 school students of a reputed public school was plying at a very high speed .The driver lost the control on the steering. The bus hit the divider and turned upside down. The shrieks of panicked children ranted in the air. A car just ahead of the bus was also damaged by being hit at its rear left corner. Luckily the occupants of the car and those travelling in the bus had a providential escape. All students were safe but two lady teachers and the driver of the car were severely wounded. A firefighting team and ambulances arrived in just 10 minutes. The injured were taken to LNJP Hospital. The traffic movement became normal at 7: 45 am. A case of reckless driving against the errant driver has been filed.

Story Writing

Important points:

1. Title
2. Plot
3. Characters
4. Order & Unity
5. Suspense
6. Climax
7. May be in the Direct or the Indirect Narration
8. Imagination and Variety
9. Proverbs and sayings may be avoided in short stories
10. Moral

Note: Write more than one paragraphs

Story Writing

Question:

Read the inputs /main points given below and develop a story in about 150-200 words. Also write a moral.

Four friends decide - go on picnic – reach canal bank – do not know how to swim – enter water – ignore warning  - go in deep water – start drowning – fisher men rescue – rewarded.

Ignorant Friends

Four boys were studying in an engineering college at Ghaziabad. It was Sunday. They wanted recreation and merriment. They made a plan of a picnic and decided to visit the Ganga Canal at Murad Nagar. They hired a taxi and reached its beautifully decorated banks in the morning.                                                    

They were greatly impressed by the devotional songs being sung in the temples by devotees and crystal clear water of the canal which was flowing with musical sounds created by its movement. They decided to take a dip in soothing waves. The branches of trees kissing the water added grace to the enchanting scene. They looked spellbound.                                                                                                                           

They entered the water and read the warning painted in red ink in bold letters on a board erected in the canal – DANGER BEYOND HERE. Unfortunately they became blind in enthusiasm. Two of them crossed the warning point and were swept away by powerful currents. All the four cried hysterically for help. Fortunately some fisher men heard them, jumped into water promptly and struggled. Finally they saved them form the raging water. The rescuers were rewarded by the district administration on the spot.

Moral : 

Look Before You Leap Or Do Not Ignore Warnings.                      

                 

    PARAGRAPH WRITING

                                                 

Important points

1. Title
2. Opening/key sentence
3. Order
4. Unity
5. Brevity
6. Impressive closing
7. No repetition
8. Informative and simple language

Question: Write a paragraph on the topic ‘My Favourtie Teacher’ in about 100 words.

MY FAVOURITE TEACHER

Mr. ______________ is my favourite teacher. He teaches us English. His method of teaching is really interesting and effective. He explains everything clearly. He is a true master of his subject. He treats all the students like his own children. He is a great motivational force for many students. He composes poems and writes stories in English. He creates humorous situations to keep his class happy. Besides it, he is an excellent orator. We crave for his speeches from the school stage. He always reaches his classes in time. He commands respect for his dedication to duty. Students interact with him without fear and get solutions of their problems. He is a smart man of 55 years. He wears a suit with a tie in the winter season. He is kind to the poor, birds and animals. He adores natural beauty and captures it in his camera. He has an impeccable personality. I am proud of him.

My Best Friend 

A friend in need is a friend indeed. Everybody needs friends. John is my best friend. We read in A.B.C. School, Delhi. We live in the same colony. He is fond of reading novels. His favourite subject is English. He helps me in solving my problems. He is cooperative, obedient and industrious. He is a good player of hockey. His height is 5 feet. He stands first in the class every year. His hobby is composing poems in Hindi. His behaviour is sweet. He never quarrels with anyone. He is regular in attending his school. All classmates and teachers love him. He does all work with great sincerity. He has a cosmopolitan outlook. Many students want to be his friend because he respects all. His parents are doctors. He also wants to become a doctor. I am proud of him.

Question: You and your friend had a petty quarrel in your school. Write a diary entry in about 100 words.

  Answer:

Ghaziabad 10th September, 2016 11:00 pm Dear Diary It is 11 O’clock at night. I am not able to sleep. We went to the playground in the second period today as it was a period of games. The boys started playing a cricket match. I was batting and hit a sixer. The umpire gave me six runs. Mukesh objected to it and started shouting at me and other members of our team. Other players of his team also joined him and accused me of cheating. I refuted the charge. In the mean time our games teacher came and ordered all to keep quiet. He looked into the matter and upheld the umpire’s decision. Both the teams were satisfied but I and Manoj did not talk after this incident. He is my friend. I will speak to him tomorrow.

   

Question: Write an application to the Principal of your school requesting him/her to grant you leave for 4 days.

Answer:

To The Principal A.B.C School Shastri Nagar Ghaziabad  Date – 12th December, 2017 Subject - Request for Leave Respected Sir/Madam With due respect, I am to say that I have been suffering from fever for 2 days. I cannot attend school due to this reason. You are requested to grant me leave for 4 days from 12th to 15th December, 2017 and oblige. Thanking you Yours Obediently Name - Class - Roll Number -

E-mail WRITING

From: E-mail address of sender To: E-mail address of receiver Cc/Bcc: Subject: ........ All steps of letter writing must be included.

FORMAL LETTER WRITING

To The .......... (Post & Official Address) ................. .................                                                          Date: Subject: Dear Sir/Madam Main body (more than 2 paragraphs) Para 1 ........................... Para 2 .......................... Para 3 .......................... Yours faithfully Name....... Address...... ..................

*Formal tone

*Formal language

*In about 150 words

LETTER TO EDITOR

To The Editor Name of Newspaper/Magazine Address......... City............... Date: Subject: Dear Sir/Madam Para 1 Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I want to draw the attention of the authorities concerned to .............................................. ....................................................................................................... Para 2 .................................................................................................................. .................................................... Para 3 The authorities concerned are requested to take effective measures without delay so that we may get rid of the problem .......................................... Yours faithfully/truly Name....... Address...... ..................

*Formal tone

*Formal language

*In about 150 words

Write a letter to your friend, Ashok/Ashi, about how you spend your time at home only due to COVID 19 Pandemic. Sign as Rakesh/ Rashmi.

 

Sector 2, House No.331

A Block Shastri Nagar

New Delhi

14th August, 2020

Dear Ashok/Ashi

I am hale and hearty here and hope that you are happy and healthy there. I received your letter yesterday in which you have asked how I spend time now -a -days.

I take my breakfast by 7.45 am and join my online classes just after it. They start at 8.00 and continue till 1 pm.  Then I take lunch and have siesta.  Next I watch some interesting programmes on television which include educational ones. I do my homework from 4 to 5:30. I spend some time in playing chess and conversation with my mother and brother. I never forget to do light physical exercises in the evening.

Please pay my regards to uncle.

Yours sincerely

Rakesh / 

Question:dha, a resident of A-500, Ram Baag Colony, Delhi .Write a letter to a national daily to lodge your protest against frequent incidents of road rage in the National Capital Region (NCR).

ANSWER  :

A-500

Ram Baag Colony

Delhi

1st November, 2018

The Editor
The Hindustan Times

New Delhi

Subject: VOICE AGAINST  ROAD RAGE

Sir/Madam 

             

Through the columns of your prestigious newspaper, I want to draw the attention of all and sundry to the fast increasing incidents of road rage in the NCR. This problem has attained a very dangerous magnitude which is posing a grave threat to those who travel on these roads. Many precious lives have been lost and hundreds of people have got severe injuries in such cases.

Some of the reasons behind it are –tense lives, impatience, unhealthy competitions, unfounded ego issues and poor environments at work places. The newly emerged night life on roads is also a factor for which the NCR is not fully ready yet.

There is a dire need to prevent the situation from turning bad to worse. Patience prevents many unwanted and unpleasant occurrences. I make a fervent appeal to all of those who have a stake in this matter to invent and implement some effective measures in true spirit. The transport departments may organize awareness campaigns in collaboration with NGOs .Educational institutions may opt for rallies. Punitive actions without delay by the law for the repeated offenders can help a lot. Above all, the individuals driving on these roads must treat others as their equals and friends and not as adversaries.

It is requested to give some space to my views in your esteemed newspaper. Hoping for the best and eliciting prompt and positive responses.

Yours truly

Sudha

Ph.  ……………….

                                                          LETTER OF COMPLAINT

Question :

You are Anuj, a resident of B-2, 345,Saket Colony ,Delhi. You bought a mobile phone set from Chawla Electronics, Vasant Kunj,Delhi. It stopped working smoothly within a fortnight. Write a letter of complaint.

Answer :

B-2, 345, Saket Colony

Delhi

Date: 27^th October, 2018

The Manager

Chawala Electronics

Vasant  Kunj

Delhi

Subject: Defects in Mobile Phone

Sir/Madam

Regretfully I am to state that I purchased a Nokia phone from your showroom vide receipt number 2074 dated 13^th October, 2018. It bears a warranty of one year from the date of its purchase.

It worked perfectly well for about 12 days. It has developed some problems in the last 2 days. When I receive a call a purring sound is heard. Other than it, the sheen of the display board is also diminishing.

These problems are causing me much inconvenience and adversely affecting my professional work.

An early redressal of the complaint is sought. It is requested to replace it or rectify the defect without delay.

Yours Truly

Anuj

Phone Number_____.  

                                                       LETTER TO PLACE ORDER

Question :

Suppose you are Satish, the manager of ABC Electrical Goods Store, Chandni Chawk, Delhi. Write a letter to place an order to purchase various electrical goods.

Answer:

ABC Electrical Goods Store

Chandni Chawk

Delhi

Date: 21^st October, 2018

The Manager

XYZ Company

Dariya Ganj

Delhi

Subject: Purchase of Electrical Goods

Sir/Madam

With reference to your advertisement in the Indian Express on 18^th October, 2018 and subsequent telephonic discussion with your sales representative, Mr. S.K.Dhama, we are placing an order to supply us the electrical items as per the specifications.

It is further requested to ensure that all the items are in a good functional condition. It will be appreciated, if your own representative comes with the consignment to ensure flawless delivery of the said items.

You must ensure the execution of the order by 28^th of this month failing which it will stand automatically cancelled.

Details are given below:

S.No.	Items	Make	Quantity
1	Chandeliers	Havells	50
2	CFL Bulbs (10 watt)	Diamond	200
3	Decorative Chain of bulbs (10metres)	King	50
4	Grinders	Deluxe	20
5	Iron	L.G.	20
6	Kettles	Roshni	10

We would like to avail ourselves of the discount announced in the concerned advertisement. The full payment will be made through net banking as soon as the bills with goods are received.

Please note that no compromise on quality will be accepted.

Yours truly

H.K.Saxena

(Manager)

Enclosed: Cheque of Rs.40000

LETTER OF INQUIRY

QUESTION:        

                                               

You are Principal, Golden Career Public School, Shastri Nagar Ghaziabad. You have planned an educational tour of students to Jaipur during the ensuing Winter Break. Write a letter to enquire about buses for the purpose.

Answer:

Golden Career Public School

Shastri Nagar

Ghaziabad

Date 20^th November, 2018

Prompt Tours And Travels

Khichripur

Delhi

Subject:  Inquiry about Buses on Rent

Sir/Madam

We want to inform you that we have planned to take about 200 students of our school on an educational tour to Jaipur. It will commence on 5^th December, 2018 and will be over on 8^th of the same month. We are in need of 5 air-conditioned buses for above mentioned tour. We will visit about 8 places there.

You are requested to supply the following information within a week preferably by email.

1.       Rent per bus

2.       Charges for two nights per bus

3.       Charges per driver

4.       Any other charges

5.       Any financial advance

6.       Mode of payment

If the deal materializes, the buses must have a music system, comfortable seats and an attendant. Cleanliness will be attached the top priority. Ensuring all the permissions from the department of transport will be entirely your responsibility. We want a hassle free journey.

Yours truly

K R Sharma

(Principal)

SPEECH WRITING

Hon’ble Principal, respected teachers and dear friends, Good morning! I am delighted to stand before you in this beautiful morning. I am going to express my views on the topic.................................... Para 1.................. Para 2..................... Para 3...................... Thank you

* Main body (more than 2 paragraphs)

*In about 150 words

* Include quotes

DEBATE WRITING

Esteemed Principal, learned teachers and friends, Good morning! I feel privileged to stand before you. I will express my views in favour of the motion / against the motion....................................... Para 1.................. Para 2..................... Para 3...................... Thank you

* Main body (more than 2 paragraphs)

*Convincing language

*Include data

*In about 150 words

*Chief guest, judges may be included, if needed

* Include quotes

ARTICLE WRITING

TOPIC...................................... By........ Para 1 ............................................................................................................................. ........................................... Para 2 .............................................................................................................................. ............................................                                                                                                                Para 3 .............................................................................................................................. ...........................................

*Formal tone

*Formal language

*In about 150 words

*More points for guidance needed. May be written later on blog.

 
 Write a bio-sketch of Mr Pramod in about 80 words using the information given below.

Pramod born 15 August 1955.......primary education at his village...........M.A Delhi University......M B A from Lucknow.......joins ABC Company as marketing manager.......marries Sarita.........a son and a daughter.......becomes general manager........retires from job in 2015........runs an NGO..........well known social worker.......happy family in Ghaziabad.

ANSWER:

Mr. Pramod was born on 15 August,1955.He got his primary education at the primary school in his village. He passed M. A. from University of Delhi and did M.B.A. from Lucknow. Then he joined A.B.C. Company. His designation was the Marketing Manager. He married Sarita. They were blessed with a son and a daughter. When he retired from service in 2015, he held the post of General Manager. At present, he runs an N.G.O.to help the needy. Mr. Pramod is a famous social worker. People respect him. He lives happily with his family at Ghaziabad.

MESSAGE WRITING

Question: Read the conversation given below and write the message on behalf

                   of Mary in not more than 50 words.

John - May I talk to Mr. Smith?

Mary - May I know who is speaking?

John - I am John, Mr.Smith’s business partner.

Mary - Papa has gone somewhere. Please tell me what I should tell him.

John - Tell him that I will not be able to meet him at 5.00 p m today. He

           should wait for me at Hotel Diamond at 7.00 p m today.

Mary - I will inform him. Good bye!

Answer:

                                                        MESSAGE

Date: 11^th June, 2016                                                                             Time: 4 pm

Papa

There was a telephonic call from Mr John when you were not at home. He said that he will not be able to meet you at 5 pm today. He will meet you at 7 pm at Hotel Diamond. Please reach there in time. Do not forget it.

Mary

Keep the message in a box.

QUESTION:

You are Anuj. You have to go to your school to attend extra classes of Physics and Chemistry. After attending classes, you have will attend a party. Your mother is not at home .Draft a message to inform her in not more than 50 words.            

                                                                                                                                                    

ANSWER:

MESSAGE

Date: 2^ND June,2016                                                            Time: 02.00 PM

Mother

I want to inform you that I am going to my school. I have to attend extra classes of Physics and Chemistry from 3 pm to 5 pm. Then I will go to Ramu’s house where I will attend his birthday party. I will reach at 7.30 pm. Please inform Papa also.

Anuj             

NOTE: Keep the answer in a box.                                                    

Answer:

Question: Suppose you are Ashok/Ashi of VIIA. You have found a water bottle. Write a notice for the school notice board in not more than 50 words.

Answer:                                   X.Y.Z. SCHOOL, DELHI                                             NOTICE Date:  20th August, 2020   FOUND!                   FOUND!                      FOUND! It is informed that I have found a water bottle in the playground in the second period. The owner can take it from me after answering some questions. He/ She can contact me in the last period in the library today.  Ashok/Ashi

Question: Imagine that you are Deeksha/Dron of Class VI C in A B C School, Nabinagar. You have lost your geometry box. Write a notice for the school notice board in not more than 50 words.

ABC SCHOOL, NABINAGAR

NOTICE

Date: 30^th April, 2016

                           LOST!                 LOST!                     LOST!

It is informed that I have lost my geometry box of tin having red colour. It was lost in the second period near our classroom. Its make is Delux. The finder is requested to return it to me. He/she is promised a treat.

Deeksha/Dron

VI C

 #Keep notice in a box. 

Question: Suppose you are the Headboy/ the Headgirl of X Y Z School, Ghaziabad.  Draft a notice to call a meeting of class monitors in not more than 50 words.

Answer:

XYZ SCHOOL, GHAZIABAD

NOTICE

Date: 30^th April, 2016

Subject: Meeting of Monitors

All the class monitors of the secondary section are informed that a meeting will be held in the Principal’s office from 9.00 am on the 1^st May, 2016. The problem of indiscipline during the recess will be discussed. They are requested to bring suggestions and attend it.

Headboy/Headgirl

#Keep notice in a box

Question: You and your friend had a petty quarrel in your school. Write a diary entry in about 100 words.

  Answer:

Ghaziabad 10th September, 2016 11:00 pm Dear Diary It is 11 O’clock at night. I am not able to sleep. We went to the playground in the second period today as it was a period of games. The boys started playing a cricket match. I was batting and hit a sixer. The umpire gave me six runs. Mukesh objected to it and started shouting at me and other members of our team. Other players of his team also joined him and accused me of cheating. I refuted the charge. In the mean time our games teacher came and ordered all to keep quiet. He looked into the matter and upheld the umpire’s decision. Both the teams were satisfied but I and Manoj did not talk after this incident. He is my friend. I will speak to him tomorrow.

   

Question: Write an application to the Principal of your school for fee concession.

 

Answer:

To The Principal A.B.C. School Jaipur Date: Subject: Request for Fee Concession Sir/Madam With due respect, I am to say that my father runs a provision store. His income is very low. He is unable to pay my fees. You are, therefore, requested to grant me fee concession and oblige. Thanking you Yours obediently Name- Miranda Class- Roll number-