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Message Writing Guidelines and Examples

The document outlines the guidelines for writing messages, including a 50-word limit, proper formatting, and the requirement to convey complete and accurate information. It specifies that messages should be enclosed in a box drawn with a pencil and written in blue ink. A sample message is provided to illustrate the correct format.

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Message Writing Guidelines and Examples

The document outlines the guidelines for writing messages, including a 50-word limit, proper formatting, and the requirement to convey complete and accurate information. It specifies that messages should be enclosed in a box drawn with a pencil and written in blue ink. A sample message is provided to illustrate the correct format.

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Message Writing

A message is written to convey an information to the person for whom it was


intended but was not present at the time of receiving the message.

Points to Remember:
1. The word limit of message is 50 words. If 51 words are written then half a
mark will be deducted. If 52 or more words are written, then one mark will
be deducted. Less than 50 words will be accepted but the information
should be complete and accurate.

2. The names of the receiver of the message and the person for whom it was
intended should be mentioned clearly and correctly.

3. Don’t add any new information.

4. The message is always enclosed in a box, which cannot be divided into two
pages.

5. The message box is to be drawn with a pencil but the content has to be
written in blue ink only. Marks will not be awarded for writing the content
with a pencil.

FORMAT/LAYOUT OF MESSAGE WRITING


MESSAGE (in centre, capital letters and underlined)
__________________ leave a line blank __________________________
Date (only in one format 8 January 2021)
Time- like 6:30 p.m. or 10:30 a.m.
_____________________ leave a line blank_________________________
Salutation – Dear __________(without a comma)
Main body/ content in not more than 50 words
Subscription ( Receiver’s first name only)

Sample

Read the following telephonic conversation and write the message


accordingly.

Anil: Hello! This is Anil from Ahmedabad. Could I speak to Mr. Vasant
Parakh? I am a friend of his son, Vilas Parakh.

Sunil: This is Sunil. My uncle is not at home. We had heard about the
earthquake. Is Vilas alright?

Anil: Yes, yes, he is ok now. He was rescued from the debris. He broke his
right leg. It was a multiple fracture but there is nothing to worry about now.

Sunil: Is he still in the hospital?


Anil: Yes, he is at Sardar Patel Hospital, ward number 10, bed number 24.
Would you please inform his family?

Sunil: Of course, I will. Thanks for calling.


MESSAGE

5 December 2020

6:30 p.m.

Dear Uncle

Anil, Vilas’s friend called up to inform that Vilas was injured during the
earthquake. He was rescued from the debris. He has a multiple fracture in
his right leg. He is at Sardar Patel Hospital, ward number 10 and bed
number 24.

Sunil

Exercise

Read the following telephonic conversation between Ronit and [Link] is


going out and would not be able to meet Sonit, his brother. Draft the message
accordingly.
Ronit: Could I speak to Sonit? I am his friend Ronit.
Manas: Sonit is not at home. I am his brother. Would you like to give me any
message?
Ronit: Tell him that I am going to come to Jodhpur tomorrow, that is, 8 December
2020 by Mandore Express. He should pick me up from the railway station at 8:00
a.m.
Manas: OK. I will convey your message.
Ronit: Thanks and bye!
Manas: Bye!

MESSAGE

7 December 2020

7:00 p.m.

Common questions

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Beyond standardization, format restrictions such as a unified layout and specific date format enhance clarity and readability, aiding quick comprehension. They also teach discipline in communication practices, ensuring that messages are prepared in a consistent manner conducive to both educational settings and professional environments .

Not including a closing salutation in a message writing task shifts the tone to be more direct and impersonal, focusing strictly on the content's informational purpose. This omission intentionally removes elements that may be necessary for formal or personal exchanges, thus streamlining the message delivery for efficiency .

Enclosing a message in a pencil-drawn box serves to clearly demarcate the start and end of the content, focusing the reader's attention and preventing distractions. It maintains a neat presentation without the message spilling over onto another page, which could compromise comprehension and accessibility .

Writing the message content in blue ink while the box is drawn with pencil likely serves both practical and aesthetic purposes. The distinct color contrast ensures that the message content stands out for readability, while a pencil-drawn box allows for clean, smudge-free lines, preserving the message's presentation .

If the receiver's and intended person's names are not mentioned clearly, the message might be misdirected or ignored, leading to a failure in communication. This omission can result in misunderstandings or the intended message not reaching the correct person, thus reducing its efficacy and potentially causing delays in action or response .

The 50-word limit encourages conciseness and prioritization of essential elements, forcing the writer to convey the core message without superfluous details. Maintaining this limit is significant as it ensures clarity and focus, aligning with grading criteria that penalize exceeding words, thereby influencing precise communication .

Adding new information in a message that is not part of the original conversation can confuse the receiver and alter the intended information. It is essential to relay only the original content to maintain the clarity and accuracy of the communication, ensuring the message serves its purpose of conveying accurate information to the intended person .

Cultural and educational norms influence message writing instructions by dictating practices like using blue ink, which can symbolize tradition, formality, or standard educational practices. These norms ensure uniformity and adherence to expected standards, which might be reflective of the broader societal or institutional expectations .

A message must include the date, time, salutation, and the main body within 50 words. It ends with a subscription using the receiver's first name only. The message should be enclosed in a box, drawn with a pencil, and the content written in blue ink. Adherence is crucial for clarity, correctness, and to ensure marks are not deducted, particularly for exceeding the word limit or improper format .

Conveying urgency and specificity, such as providing exact details about timing, locations, and conditions (hospital bed number), ensures the receiver can act promptly and correctly. This impacts the intended receiver's ability to respond effectively, minimizing errors or delays that could arise from vague or generalized information .

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