SECTION B

CREATIVE WRITING

Sl. No Writing Task Max. Marks

1 Notice Writing 4

2 Invitation: 4
a. Formal and Reply
b. Informal and Reply

3 Letter to the Editor 5

4 Letter of Job Application 5

5 Article Writing 5

6 Report Writing 5
1. NOTICE WRITING
Distribution of marks
Format -1
Content – 2
Expression: Grammar & Spelling – ½ Coherence of Ideas- ½
FORMAT - Name of issuing authority- organisation/ agency, NOTICE, heading, date of
issue, signature / name, designation (bottom left)

Name of the Issuing Authority

NOTICE

Date (10 March 2025)

Name of the Event/Heading

Details: What- event/ activity/ purpose, When- date and time, Where- venue, How-
follow up details, Who- participants, organizers, chief guests, other people involved

Signature
Name
Designation

Useful Tips:
Opening line - This is to bring to your notice that.../ All are hereby informed that.../This
is to hereby inform that...

Ending line - For further details contact the undersigned/ For any further enquiries
contact the undersigned.
An Example:

1. You are Nitin/Nalini, Secretary, West End Cooperative Group Housing Society,
Vasundhara. Write a notice, in not more than 50 words, requesting the members to attend
a meeting of the society to discuss the problem of irregular supply of drinking water to
the residents.

West End Cooperative Housing Society, Vasundhara

NOTICE

19 December 2025
Meeting of the Society Members
This is to bring to your notice that a meeting will be conducted for all the members of
the society to discuss the problem of irregular supply of drinking water. The following
are the details:
Date : 23 December 2025
Time : 10 a.m.
Venue : Meeting Hall
For any further enquiries, contact the undersigned.

Sd/-
Nitin
Secretary, Housing Society
Practice Questions:
1. You are Daljeet Kaur, a member of the Teen Well-Being Association, Chandigarh.
The Association is planning to organise free pottery classes every Sunday morning
at the community hall to encourage creativity among young residents. Write a
notice in about 50 words, informing the residents of the event and inviting
registrations. Include all the necessary details. Put your notice in a box.
2. You are Keerthi, the Secretary of the Environmental Club of ABC School, Madurai.
Your school is organising an 'Eco-Fiesta' to raise awareness about environmental
issues. Draft a notice in about 50 words, inviting students to participate in various
activities and setting up of food stalls. Include all the necessary details. Put your
notice in a box.
3. Your school is planning to conduct an inter-class seminar on the topic. The
Importance of Mental Health to create awareness in adolescents. As the head of
the organising committee, write a notice to inform all students about the seminar
and invite registrations from classes XI-XII. Include other necessary details. Put
your notice in a box.
4. Your school is organising an inter-House webinar on enhancing coding skills, As
the President of the Computer Club, write a notice to inform all House members
from IX-XII about the webinar and specify the number of registrations invited per
House. Include other necessary details. Put your notice in a box.
5. Bali High Public School has recently created CureGreen, a dedicated area for local
medicinal herbs and shrubs, adjacent to the flower garden, on campus. As Rachel
Tiwari, Captain of the Eco-Club, draft a notice for the school notice board,
informing students of classes XI-XII, about a guided walk through CureGreen, post
assembly, on Friday, 10 July. Invite care-giver applications, for CureGreen.
6. You are the Secretary of the Neighbourhood Watch Scheme, Jastinapur, Sector D-
3 Society. Draft a notice for the Society noticeboard, informing residents about the
change of personnel, Head Security, Gate 2 and share necessary details. Also,
include the news of installation of the much-awaited security camera, on the
Eastern periphery of the Society.
 2. Invitation and Replies
Distribution of marks
Format -1
Content – 2
Expression: Grammar & Spelling – ½ Coherence of Ideas- ½

a. Formal Invitation

PRINTED CARD TYPE FORMAL LETTER TYPE

(meant for many invitees) (Meant for an individual)
Important details: In a box Format
Details in phrases, in third person and Formal letter format to be used
simple present tense
Bottom left – RSVP – address and Useful tips:
contact details (phone no or • Simple present tense
email) • First person
No signature or date of writing • Useful phrases:
Some useful phrases: It gives us immense pleasure to invite you...
• request the pleasure of your presence We shall consider it a great honour if you
• solicit your esteemed presence could grace/preside over/inaugurate
the occasion.
Printed Card Type:

Examples

You are the owner of a new general store named Galaxy Novelties opening in Geetanjali
Enclave, Dwarika, Delhi. Draft a suitable advertisement to inaugurate all relatives,
friends and acquaintances, announcing its inauguration. Include all relevant details. (50
words)

2. Amit is planning to invite his friends and relatives for the celebration of the 80th
birthday of his grandmother. Draft an invitation in about 50 words on his behalf.
Mention day, date, time, and venue.

Mr. Amit Shukla requests the pleasure of your benign presence on

the auspicious occasion of the
80th Birth Anniversary
of his grandmother
Mrs. Vaidehi Shukla
on December 28th, 2025
at 7 p.m. at Kohinoor Party Hall, Meerut.
R.S.V.P.
Mr. Amit Shukla
Shukla Nivas, Dwarka
0533798991
 Letter Type: Format and examples

Sender's Address

Date (5 February 2025)

Receiver's Address

Subject line

Salutation
Body (in one paragraph)

Subscription
Signature
Name
Designation

1. You are the President, Literary Society of Sunshine International School. Draft an
invitation in 50 words to author, Ms. Manjul Bajaj requesting her to conduct a
workshop on creative writing in your school. You are Romi/Rohit.

Sunshine International School

Gurgaon

25 Sept. 2025

Ms. Manjul Bajaj

2/27 Jorbagh
New Delhi
Sub: Conduct a workshop on creative writing
Dear Ma'am,
Our school is conducting a Creative Writing Week to enhance the imagination and
writing skills of our students. As part of the week, it gives us immense pleasure to
invite you to conduct a workshop on creative writing on 2 October 2025 at 10 a.m. in
our school auditorium. Looking forward to meeting you for the same.
Yours faithfully,
Sd/-
Rohit
President, Literary Society
 2. On 30th January, your school is going to hold its annual sports day. You want Mr.
Dhanraj Pillai, a noted hockey player to give away the prizes to the budding
sportspersons of the school. Write a formal invitation in about 50 words requesting
him to grace the occasion. You are Karuna/ Karan, Sports Secretary, Sunrise
Global School, Agra.

Sunrise Global School

Agra

01 January, 2026
Mr Dhanraj Pillai
345, Street 5
Agra

Sub: Invitation to Serve as Chief Guest for Annual Sports Day

Sir
Our school is organising its Annual Sports Day on 30th January 2026. Your gracious
presence will act as a catalyst and inspire us all. You are requested to hand over the
prizes to the budding sportspersons of the school in our school ground at 2 pm. We
would be grateful if you could kindly confirm your availability by 20 January.

Yours faithfully
Sd/
Karan
Sports Secretary

Practice Questions:
1. Draft an invitation on behalf of Mr & Mrs Raj Karan of 38, Kamal Kunj, Varanasi,
which they may use to invite their friends and relatives on the 5th birthday of their
son Nikhil at their residence on 28 June 2023.
2. You are Sachin Bansal, the Head Boy of Springdales Public School, Gurgaon. Your
school is holding an inter-school T-20 cricket championship from 2 July. to 8 July.,
2020. Write a formal invitation to Sh. B.S. Bedi, the legendary cricketer, to
inaugurate the championship on 2 July 2023, at 10 a.m. at your school grounds.
3. You are the secretary of Haryana Civil Medical Doctors’ Association, 2345 Sector
15, Panchkula. You have organised a seminar on Ebola for the members of the
association and have decided to invite Dr. Aravind Patel, specialized in Internal
Medicine to address the gathering. Draft an invitation, inviting the guest speaker
to the seminar.
4. You are a student of Newton Public School, Nagpur. The school is holding its
annual sports meet on Saturday, the 15th November, 20XX at 11 a.m. Famous
cricket player MS Dhoni has consented to be the chief guest. Design an invitation
card to be sent to the parents and other invitees. Do not exceed 50 words.
 5. As the Cultural Secretary, Vignesh Kumar, of JKL School, Jamshedpur, draft an
invitation for the Annual Music Festival, inviting Gajendra Hansda, an acclaimed
local musician, to perform and judge the event. Provide the essential details in
about 50 words.
6. Draft an invitation in not more than 50 words from Vani Gopalan, Chief Project
Officer of an NGO, for the launch of the 'Each One Teach One' programme,
addressed to school Principals and Coordinators. Mention a compelling highlight
of the programme along with other necessary details.

Reply to Formal Invitation:

Key Features:
1. A formal reply is usually very short. It is brief and to the point. The quality of a
good reply is that it is always pleasant.
2. Even while declining the invitation or expressing inability to attend, one must be
polite and courteous.
3. Formal replies demand a formal tone and treatment. There is no room for
unnecessary details or superfluous matter in them.

Reply to an invitation can be in a letter form or a simple paragraph form. If the question
specifies ‘letter of reply’, answer to be attempted in a formal letter format. If not, students
can opt for any one of the formats.

Reply to Formal Invitation:

• Acknowledge the invitation. Format

• Express thanks in the third Formal letter format to be used
person.
• Mention acceptance/regret. Useful tips:
• Specify the reason for the • Simple present tense
refusal. • First/ third person
• Be brief and specific. Subject of the letter must have
• be formal in tone and accepting/ declining
treatment Thank for the invitation
Declining due to prior engagement
Examples:

You are Mr. Ashraf. You have received an invitation from Mr. and Mrs. Sunil Mehra for
the wedding of their daughter Meher. Draft a formal reply accepting/ declining the
invitation.

Mr. Ashraf thanks Mrs. & Mr. Sunil Mehra for their kind invitation to their daughter
Meher’s wedding on 3 May 2025 at 7.30p.m. and has great pleasure in accepting it. He
gladly confirms his presence on the joyous occasion.

Ashraf Mohammed

15 April, 2025

Mr. Ashraf conveys his sincere thanks to Mr. and Mrs. Sunil Mehra for their kind invitation
to the marriage of their daughter Meher on 3 May 2025 at 7:30 p.m. He regrets his inability
to attend the ceremony due to a prior engagement and extends his warm wishes for the
joyous occasion.
Ashraf Mohammed
15 April 2025

You are Akshya M A. You have received an invitation from the Secretary, Lions Club,
Meerut, to participate in a seminar on ‘Fundamental Rights of Children’. Draft a letter of
reply accepting or declining the invitation. Word limit is 50.

25, Aram Bagh Road

Meerut

5 May, 2025

The Secretary
Lions Club
Meerut

Sub: Acceptance of Invitation

Sir
Thank you for your invitation to the seminar on ‘Fundamental Rights of Children’ on 13th
May, 9.30 am. Mr. Akshya M A appreciates your concern for underprivileged children. He
would like to utilise this opportunity to share his experiences with other like-minded
enthusiasts and experts. He hereby confirms his participation in the seminar.

Yours sincerely
Akshya M A
 25, Aram Bagh Road
Meerut

5 May, 2025

The Secretary
Lions Club
Meerut

Sub: Regret for Inability to Attend

Sir
Thank you for your kind invitation to the seminar on ‘Fundamental Rights of Children’ on
13th May at 9.30 a.m. Mr. Akshya M A appreciates your commitment to the cause of
underprivileged children. However, he regrets his inability to participate due to an
unavoidable prior engagement. He conveys his best wishes for the success of the seminar.

Yours sincerely
Akshya M A

Practice Questions:

1. You are Bina Bedekar, currently residing at 45, Ashok Vihar, Nagpur. You have been
invited to inaugurate a science exhibition at your alma mater, National Public School,
Mumbai. Write a formal reply in about 50 words, accepting the invitation and expressing
your gratitude.

[Link] a formal reply accepting an invitation to be present on the occasion of the wedding
of Ankush S/o Mr & Mrs Shankar of 24, Green Park Road, Kanpur. You are Vikram Gaur
of Raja Ki Mandi, Agra.

[Link] are Dr Avinash Bhalla. You have received an invitation from the Director, Health
Services, Haryana who has invited leading medical practitioners of the state to attend a
workshop on ‘child care’ on 20 May, 20XX at 10 a.m. in Civil Hospital Ambala. Respond
to the invitation by writing a formal letter declining the request.

4. An invitation had been issued by Mr. Cherian, the HR Head of your company inviting
you for the company picnic. As Joseph Vijayan, Asst. Manager, Operations, draft a reply
in not more than 50 words, consenting to attend.

5. You are Dr. Stanzin, a certified art therapist from Leh. You have been invited by G. D
Public School, Jammu, to conduct a seminar for students on ‘Art Therapy the Way
Forward”. This seminar is to introduce students to the usefulness of art dealing with
personal and social problems. Write your reply, in about 50 words accepting the
invitation.

6. Draft a formal reply accepting an invitation to be present on the occasion of the wedding
of Ankush S/o Mr & Mrs Kumar of 24, Green Park Road, Kanpur. You are Vikram Gaur
of Raja Ki Mandi, Agra.
 Informal Invitations and Replies

Invitation

• The format of an informal invitation is the same as informal letter

• It should be in first person
• Sender’s address should be there
• The date of writing should be mentioned, but no need of writing the year
• Salutation is Dear + Name
• Complementary close should be there
• It is polite to reply to an invitation, even though it is not mentioned in the
invitation.
• The vocabulary is less formal [eg. I am sorry rather than regrets]

Example

Vinod Niwas
75 sector 11 A
Delhi

12 April

My Dear Ashraf

You will be pleased to know that Meher is getting married on 30 May [Link]
would be son-in-law is a Software Engineer working for an MNC in Bangalore.

We are eagerly looking forward to your presence.

Do come with family.

Yours lovingly
Sunil Mehra

Replies

• The layout of a reply to an informal invitation is also informal like the invitation.
• Acknowledge the invitation
• Mention the invitation in first /second person
• Mention acceptance or refusal (specify reason)
• Use warm and simple language
eg:-heartiest congratulations
Much pleasure to join
We are sorry
Examples

PracticeQuestions:

1. You are Anita/Amar of 127 Cross Road, Balaji Nagar,Bangalore. Invite your friend to
your birthday party at your home on 12th January at 6 p.m.

2. Draft an informal invitation to your friend Rameshwari to spend her winter break
with you in Mumbai.
3. You are Dev/Devika Invite your cousin to your sister’s engagement function on 20th
March at your residence.
4. Write an informal invitation to your friend asking them to come to your
housewarming party on Saturday at 5 p.m.

5. You have been selected to your dream college/course. Invite your friend to the
celebration party at your place this Sunday

6. You got an invitation from your friend inviting you to his birthday party. Write a
reply accepting the invitation.

7. You received an invitation to attend your friend’s farewell party on 25th March but
you have an exam that day. Write a regret reply.

8. Your friend asked you to join a weekend trip to the hills. Write an informal reply
confirming your attendance.

9. You’ve been invited by a relative for Diwali dinner. Write a thank-you note accepting
the invitation.

10. Write an informal reply to your friend declining their birthday party invitation
because you are unwell.

3. LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Scenario: A student writes to a newspaper about increasing air pollution in their city.

[Sender’s Address]
12, Rosewood Apartments,
Sector 23, Delhi – 110017

[Date]
11 November 2025

[Receiver / Designation]
The Editor
The Times of India
Delhi

[Salutation]
Sir / Madam

[Introduction – Purpose of Letter]

I am writing to draw the attention of your esteemed newspaper to the alarming increase
in air pollution in Delhi, which is affecting the health of residents, especially children and
the elderly.
[Main Content – Explain the Issue, Suggestion / Call to Action]

Over the past few months, the smog and rising levels of particulate matter have made it
difficult to breathe freely. The number of respiratory illnesses in hospitals has increased
significantly. Many citizens are unaware of the preventive measures they can take to
protect themselves. Moreover, vehicle emissions and industrial smoke contribute heavily
to this crisis.I urge the authorities to implement stricter regulations on vehicular
emissions and to promote public transport. Citizens should also be educated about the
importance of wearing masks and planting trees to reduce air pollution.

[Conclusion – Restate Importance]

I hope your newspaper will highlight this pressing issue and encourage both the
government and the public to take immediate steps to improve the air quality in our city.

[Closing]

Thank You
Yours truly
Sign
NAME

Part of Letter Purpose / Example from Letter

Function
Sender’s Address Indicates who is 12, Rosewood Apartments, Sector 23,
writing and where; Delhi – 110017
top left
Date Shows when the 11 November 2025
letter was written
Receiver / Indicates who the The Editor, The Times of India, Delhi
Designation letter is addressed
to
Salutation Formal greeting Sir / Madam
Introduction / States reason for “I am writing to draw the attention of your
Purpose writing esteemed newspaper to the alarming
increase in air pollution in Delhi…”
Main Content / Explains issue with “Over the past few months, the smog and
Body facts, examples, or rising levels of particulate matter have
arguments made it difficult to breathe freely… Many
citizens are unaware of the preventive
measures…”
Suggestion / Call Proposes solutions “I urge the authorities to implement
to Action or requests action stricter regulations on vehicular emissions
and to promote public transport. Citizens
should also be educated…”
 Conclusion Summarizes “I hope your newspaper will highlight this
importance and pressing issue and encourage both the
reinforces purpose government and the public to take
immediate steps to improve the air
quality…”
Closing / Polite way to end Thank You
Complimentary the letter Yours truly
Close
Signature Identifies the Sign
Name writer RIYA SHARMA

Exam Style Questions for Practice:

1. You are Sruthi/Shira staying at R.K. Puram, Secunderabad. Your locality being
away from the main city, the poor bus service adversely affects the life of residents.
Write a letter to the Editor, Deccan Chronicle, highlighting the problems faced and
also giving a few possible solutions.
2. Write a letter to the Editor, ‘The Hindu’, Chennai about rash and reckless driving
by the people in your city, suggesting preventive measures. You are
Kamal/Kanwar of 10, Mount Road, Velacherry.
3. You are Anu/Arun, 13 W.E.A. Karol Bagh, New Delhi. You feel very strongly about
the ill-treatment meted out to stray dogs at the hands of callous and indifferent
people. Write a letter to the editor of a national daily giving your views on why
some people behave in such a manner and how these dogs should be treated.
4. You are Raju/Rajani of 25, Civil Road, Damoh, Bihar. You are concerned about the
gradual decay of historical monuments in your state. Write a letter to the Editor
of The Times of India describing the decay and suggesting steps to maintain them.

4. LETTER OF JOB APPLICATION

A formal letter written to apply for a job, usually accompanied by a Bio-data/[Link]

must be polite, concise, professional, and strictly follow the CBSE letter format.
MARKS DISTRIBUTION
Total: 5 Marks
• Format → 1 mark
• Content → 2 marks
• Expression → 2 marks
STRUCTURE OF A JOB APPLICATION
(A) LETTER FORMAT
1. Sender’s Address
2. Date
3. Receiver’s Address
4. Subject
5. Salutation
6. Intro Paragraph – reference to advertisement + purpose
7. Body Paragraph – suitability, qualifications, skills
8. Closing Paragraph – request for interview, enclosure mentioned
 9. Yours sincerely
10. Signature
11. Name
(B) BIO-DATA FORMAT
1. Name
2. Fathers Name
3. Address
4. Phone / Email
5. Date of Birth
6. Gender
7. Marital Status
8. Educational Qualifications (in tabular form, highest qualification first)
9. Work Experience(in tabular form, latest experience first)
10. Skills & Strengths
11. Languages Known
12. Hobbies/Interests
13. References
KEY PHRASES
Use these powerful, formal sentences:
• “In response to your advertisement published in…”
• “I wish to offer myself as a candidate for the post of…”
• “I possess the required qualifications and experience suitable for the position.”
• “I assure you of my sincere dedication and hard work.”
• “I request you to kindly consider my application favourably.”
• “I look forward to an opportunity to appear for an interview.”
COMMON MISTAKES TO AVOID
 No informal words
 Don’t use contractions (don’t, can’t)
 Don’t exceed one page
 Avoid creativity — be professional
 Don’t forget to attach Bio-data
IMPORTANT POINTS IN CONTENT
Your letter MUST include:
• Source of advertisement (newspaper name + date)
• Name of job post
• Why you are suitable (qualifications + experience)
• Skills relevant to job
• Promise of sincerity
• Enclosure of Bio-data
FAQs / TRICKY POINTS
Q. Is Bio-data compulsory?
Yes. Without Bio-data, marks are cut.
Q. Should Bio-data be separate or inside the letter?
Inside the same document, but after the letter, as a separate section.
Q. Can I decorate or format differently?
No. Strict formal format only.
SAMPLE INTRO LINES
 “With reference to your advertisement published in The Hindu dated 5th
January 2025, I wish to apply for the post of…”
 “This is in response to your recent advertisement for the position of…”
SAMPLE CLOSING LINES
  “I assure you that I will perform my duties with utmost sincerity.”
 “I look forward to being given an opportunity to prove my capabilities.”
SAMPLE
No. 16, JK Street
Gandhi Nagar
Bangalore

15 Aug 2025

The Chief Executive Officer

Orion
Bangalore

Sub: Application for the Post of HR Manager

Sir/ Madam
This letter is in response to your advertisement in The Hindu dated 12 August for the post of
HR Manager. I would like to submit my candidature for the same.
I have been an outstanding student throughout my school and college life. I am presently
working as an Assistant Manager for a well-known Korean company. I assure you of
dedicated service if given a chance to work in your esteemed organization. I shall be
available for an interview at your convenience.
My detailed bio data, certificates and testimonials are attached herewith.

Thank You
Yours truly
ReubenP
Reuben Pereira

Bio Data
Name : Reuben Pereira
Father’s Name : Mr. Pereira Nicholas
Address : No. 16, JK Street, Gandhi Nagar, Bangalore
Date of Birth : 03 January 1995
Gender : Male
Marital Status : Single

Educational Qualification:
[Link] Course University/Board Grade/Class
1 Msc Physics Banaras University First Class
2 BSc Physics Manipal Unicersity First Class
3 Grade 12 CBSE 84%

Work Experience
[Link] Designation Name of the Ogranisation Years of Experience
1 Post Graduate Kristu Jayanti School, Delhi 2018-2025
Teacher
 2 Post Graduate Delhi Private School, Delhi 2000-2018
Teacher

Computer Proficiency : Multimedia, M S Office etc.

Skills : Oratory skills, Team management etc.
Personal Interests : Reading, Photography.
Languages Known : English, French, Hindi,Tamil
References : 1. [Link] Kapoor
Pricipal
Kristu Jayanti School, Delhi
Ph.9897856473

2. Megha Magnani
Vice Principal
Delhi Private School, Delhi
Ph. 9736374849
Practice Questions

1. You are Arun/Aruna of 56, Sector-14, [Link] saw an advertisement in The

Times of India for the post of Customer Service Executive at a reputed bank. Write a job
application with your bio-data.(120–150 words)

2. You are Meera/Manoj of 42, Green Park, [Link] for the post of Accounts Assistant
in ABC Corporation with a bio-data. The advertisement was published in the Hindu Daily.

3. You are Rohan/Riya of 15, Sunny Apartments, [Link] for the job of Graphic
Designer in Dream Creatives Pvt. Ltd. along with your resume.

4. You are Jasleen/Arjun of 23, Sector-8, [Link] saw an advertisement in The Tribune
for the post of Front Desk Officer in Skyline Suites. Write the application with biodata.

5. You are Saloni/Arif of 11, Annapurna Colony, [Link] for the post of Library
Assistant in Central Public School along with your CV.

6. You are Deepak/Deepti of 77, Gokhale Road, Mumbai. Apply for the job of Sales
Executive in TechWorld Retail after reading their advertisement in The Mumbai Mirror.
Include your biodata.

7. You are Zara/Zoha of 98, Park Street, [Link] for the position of Receptionist in
Hotel Royal Park with your detailed CV.

8. You are Kabir/Kamala of 66, Sector-9, [Link] for the job of Social Media
Marketer in Innovative Ideas Media with biodata after seeing their ad in Hindustan
Times.

9. You are Shalini/Simon of 200, MG Road, [Link] read an advertisement for the
post of Event Coordinator in Bliss Events. Write a job application with resume.

10. You are Neha/Nikhil of 5, Rose Villa, [Link] for the job of Assistant Teacher
in Happy Days Academy along with your biodata
5. ARTICLE WRITING

Article Writing: descriptive and analytical in nature, based on verbal inputs, to be

answered in 120-150 words.
One out of the two given questions to be answered. (5 Marks: Format: 1 /Organization of
Ideas: 1/Content: 2 / Accuracy of Spelling and Grammar :1)

An article is a written work usually published in a print (newspaper, magazine or books)

or electronic media (mass media that publishes through the internet). While they present
information on a variety of topics, they are mainly written to communicate to a wider
audience the writer's opinion, perspective or analysis of an [Link] the AISSCE, it is
asked as question no.6 as an option to report writing.

An article should be
•COHERENT - An article must be clear and logical.
•ORGANIZED- An article must have an internal unity and structure.
•RELEVANT- The points in an article must be pertinent to the topic
•ENGAGING -The reader must be drawn to the article.

CONTENT OF THE ARTICLE

TITLE: A brief and catchy statement that draws the reader to the article and gives basic
information about the topic.(In the centre)
BY- LINE: The name of the writer (By Shreya -In the Centre, towards the right)
Body: It is the main component of the article. It can be broadly classified as
Introduction: It provides a few sentences to engage the attention of the reader. This can
be in the form of a relevant fact, a quote or a question. The introduction also provides
some background information about the topic. Finally, the introduction provides a
statement that describes the subject matter of the article.
Discussion: This part of the article needs to be developed according to the topic. The
content should be convincing and engaging.
Conclusion: This part the article is usually three to four sentences in length and restates
the main topic of the article. It could also summarize the new insights that are developed
in the article.
Sample

Online Learning – A Boon or a Bane?

By Aditi Sharma

The rise of online learning, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic, has transformed
the way education is delivered across the globe. With schools and colleges shut for months,
digital platforms became the only means to continue the teaching-learning process. But
is online learning truly a boon, or does it come with hidden challenges?

On the positive side, online education offers flexibility. Students can attend classes from
the comfort of their homes, access recorded lectures anytime, and use digital tools to
enhance their understanding. It has also opened doors to learning beyond the classroom,
enabling access to courses and experts from around the world.

However, the drawbacks cannot be ignored. Not all students have access to good internet
connectivity or personal devices, especially in rural areas. Prolonged screen time leads to
eye strain, poor posture, and mental fatigue. Many students also report a lack of
motivation and reduced personal interaction with teachers and peers, which affects their
learning and emotional [Link], online learning cannot fully replicate the
experience of classroom discussions, hands-on activities, or co-curricular engagement.

In conclusion, online learning is a powerful tool that has proven its value in difficult times.
However, it should not replace traditional learning entirely. A blended approach,
combining the strengths of both online and offline methods, is the way forward to ensure
inclusive, effective, and holistic education.

Practice Questions:

Q1. As sports captain of your school Rakshith/ Radhika, write an article in 120-150 words
for your school magazine emphasizing the need of adventure sports in youngsters' lives.
You can use the following lines as clues.
Clues
Paragraph 1 The popularity of adventurous and exciting sports among young people is
increasing rapidly-involve speed, height, physical exertion, specialized gear, and high risk
or danger-Examples of adventure sports include trekking water rafting
Paragraph 2. provides excitement and enjoyment but also positively impacts the mind
and
body. - contributes to increased confidence, physical abilities, and preparation to face life's
challenges - contributes to personal growth and confidence building. - promote health and
fitness.
Paragraph 3-India offers abundant opportunities -due to its geographical diversity. -
Teach self-reliance, teamwork, and improve self-esteem. - can raise awareness about
wildlife
conservation and protection.
Paragraph 4-considered a better alternative to virtual adventures in online games.-
need to engage young people more in adventure sports.

Q2. Choice of course after clearing Senior School Examination produces a great deal of
stress on the minds of our students. Counselling can be of great help to them. Write an
article in 120-150 words on the topic “Role of counselling in choice of course” You are
Motilal/ Manav. Use the following clues.
Clues
• deciding a career goal important
• discover their potential and interests
• the pressure starts building up- at the threshold
• counselling can help-decide your career based on your aptitude, skills, interests,
performance
and personality
• strengths and weaknesses
• Counsellor identifies that unique quality and guides informed choice.
• Even in the future, counselling helps in setting goals and gives directions to life

Q3. You are Vinita, a student of Class Xll. You decide to write an article on “Impact of
OTT Platforms on Youth” for your school magazine. You may use the cues given below
along with your own ideas to compose this article.
Q4. You are Ravi/Rajani, a class Xll student. Write an article for a youth magazine on
selfie safety, advising youngsters to be more cautious and careful. Use the following cues
along with your own ideas to draft the article:

SUGGESTED TOPICS FOR ARTICLE WRITING-

• Pollution
• Cruelty To Animals
• Drug Abuse Among The Youth
• Indiscipline Among Students
• Women Empowerment
• Shortage Of Water Or Other Natural Resources
• Education
• Health
• Need For Peace
• Need For Value Education
6. REPORT WRITING
Report writing is the creation of a structured document that precisely describes, and examines
an event or occurrence. A report is a document that is short, sharp and specially written for a
particular audience and purpose. The tone of a report is always formal.

Marking Scheme

Format 1
Mark
The layout with title and writer’s name.
Content 2
Marks
Your creativity involved in the presentation of your ideas and thoughts.
Expression 2
Marks
Grammatical accuracy, no spellings errors, relevant ideas organized coherently.

Format of a Report

1. Heading/Title:
A brief and relevant title for the report. The title should be thought provoking and catchy.

2. Byline:
By [Name] (do not mention personal details like class, roll number, etc.)
3. Introduction/Opening Paragraph:

Begin the paragraph with Place, Date. Answer all the basic questions pertaining to the topic.
Mention what, when, where, and why. Give a general overview.

4. Main Body:
Describe the event/activity/incident in chronological order or thematic order.
Include key details, important people, data, quotes, or observations.

• factual information about school activity/event.

• date, time, venue of the activity/event.
• sequence of event/programme.
• information about participants/chief guests/judges.
• kind of organisation, people responsible for programme/ arrangements.
• results, if describing a contest.
• Tense: Past tense
5. Conclusion:
End with the outcome, response, or future suggestions. This will include the description of
how the event ended. It may include quote excerpts from the Chief Guest's speech or how did
the event wind up. Also include the action that has been taken so far or that will be taken.

An Example:

Your school conducted a Cleanliness Drive as part of the Swachh Bharat Abhiyan. As the
Head Boy/Head Girl, write a report in about 120–150 words for the school magazine.

Cleanliness Drive Organised Under Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

By Aarav Kapoor

Madhurai, 27 June:In alignment with the nationwide Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, St. Xavier’s
Senior Secondary School organised a Cleanliness Drive on 10th June 2025. The objective was
to promote hygiene awareness and encourage students to take responsibility for their
surroundings.

The drive began with a special assembly where Principal Mrs. Lata Roy addressed the students,
emphasizing the importance of cleanliness for a healthy society. Over 200 students from classes
IX to XII, along with teachers, actively participated in cleaning the school campus, nearby
park, and local market area.

Armed with gloves, brooms, and biodegradable garbage bags, students picked up litter, cleaned
benches, removed posters from walls, and planted saplings. Informative posters and slogans
such as “Clean India, Green India” were also displayed to spread awareness among local
residents.

The event not only fostered a sense of civic duty among students but also created a visible
impact in the neighborhood. The school plans to make this a monthly activity to maintain
hygiene and instill lifelong habits in [Link] initiative was a true reflection of Mahatma
Gandhi’s vision — that cleanliness is next to godliness.

Practice Questions

1. You are the Cultural Secretary of your [Link] a report on the Annual Sports Day
held at your school for the school magazine covering details of the events, winners, chief
guest, and overall success.

2. As the School Correspondent, Report on the Career Counselling Programme organised at

your school with experts and students’ interaction.

3. You are a reporter for the school [Link] a report on the Summer Camp conducted
by your school mentioning activities, dates, participants and key highlights.

4. You witnessed a minor road accident near your [Link] a report on it for the local
newspaper informing about the incident, persons involved and safety measures suggested.
5. As the Sports Captain,Write a report on the Inter-School Football Tournament held in
your town for the school magazine with match results and trophies won.

6. You attended the Teacher’s Day [Link] a report on the event for your school
magazine covering the programme, speeches and student performances.

7. You are the News Reporter of your [Link] a report on a visit to a historical place
arranged for students with date, purpose and students’ impressions.

8. As the Editor of the school magazine,report on the Cultural Week Celebrations conducted
by your school mentioning the various contests and prize winners.

9. You are the Environment Club [Link] a report on the Tree Plantation Drive
organised in your locality with volunteers, date, and outcomes.

[Link] are a reporter for the local [Link] a report on a community awareness rally held
to promote cleanliness in your city with key speakers and public response.