Worksheet-8th
(1)Notice
(A)You are Rahul / Riya, the cultural secretary of your school. The school has planned an
educational trip to Rajasthan for class VIII for five days which would cost 2500 and will be
escorted by school teachers. Draft a notice in 50 words giving all necessary details.
(B)You are Megha/Mankirat, the head girl or head boy of DAV CPS,Panipat. Draft a notice for
the House Captains and Vice Captains to attend a meeting with Principal regarding the
plantation of saplings in the school premises as a part of School Gardening Project to make the
environment, healthy and green (word limit 50)
(C)You are the Head Boy or Head Girl of your school. Your school is organising a ‘Cleanliness
Drive’ in the nearby community Park. Draft a notice informing students of Classes 6 to 8 about
the event, inviting them to participate in it and asking for volunteer- coordinators. Include
relevant details, such as data time, venue, contact information, etc.
(D)Being the Vice Captain of Dyanand House , draft a notice to inform students of Classes VI to
VIII about an Inter-House Debate [Link] the topic and last date for giving names.
(E)As the Head Girl / Head Boy, write a notice to inform students of Classes VI to VIII about new
library membership rules.
(2)Letters Writing
(1)Life skills such as empathy, kindness, and social responsibility help in shaping one’s
character. One day, Riya helped a blind person cross the road and fill a form. This incident
made you realize the importance of good deeds in daily life.
Write an informal letter to your friend describing how good deeds reflect a person’s character.
Share one example and encourage your friend to always do good deeds.
(2)Your interaction with an elderly neighbour, who felt ignored by his own family, awakened your
conscience and changed your attitude towards old people. You realized the importance of
patience, respect, and emotional support as essential life skills.
Write an informal letter to your friend emphasizing the importance of caring for and respecting
elderly family members.
(3) A recent incident where no one helped an injured man on the road made you realize how
self-centered today’s generation is becoming. This experience awakened your sense of
responsibility and empathy.
Write an informal letter to your friend expressing your concern and suggesting how young
people can become more caring and responsible.
(4)After observing how excessive social media usage affected your cousin’s studies and
behaviour, you realized the need for balance, self-control, and wise decision-making—important
life skills for teenagers.
Write an informal letter to your cousin discussing the positive and negative impact of media on
teenagers and advising how it should be used wisely.
(5)Repeated failures in life made your friend lose confidence. Your conversation with him made
you realize that perseverance, resilience, and self-belief are essential life skills for success.
Write an informal letter motivating your friend by explaining that success comes to those who
face challenges with courage and determination.
(3)Article Writing
(A)Write an article on “Nature Conservation” explaining why it is important to protect the
environment.
(B)Due to increasing screen time, children avoid outdoor games. Write an article on the need to
encourage sports activities.
(C)Write an article on “Tolerance – Need of the Hour” explaining its importance in today’s
society.
(D)Human activities are destroying nature. Write an article suggesting measures to conserve
nature.
(E)Write an article discussing why people today think more about themselves than others and
suggest ways to build empathy and kindness.
Message Writing
(A)Read the dialogue and write a message for your sister.
Librarian: This is regarding the library book issued to her.
You: Yes, what about it?
Librarian: The book is overdue.
You: When should it be returned?
Librarian: By tomorrow to avoid a fine.
(B)Read the dialogue below and write a message for your mother.
Milkman: I will not deliver milk tomorrow morning.
You: Is there any particular reason?
Milkman: I am going out of station for a day.
You: Okay, I’ll inform her.
(C)Read the dialogue carefully and write a message for your mother.
School Office: We are calling regarding the Parent-Teacher Meeting.
You: Yes, please tell me.
School Office: The PTM scheduled for Thursday is postponed.
You: What is the new date?
School Office: It will now be held on Saturday at 9 a.m.
(D)Read the following dialogue and write a message for your brother.
Coach: This is to inform you about the practice session.
You: Is there any change, sir?
Coach: Yes, there will be extra practice tomorrow morning.
You: At what time?
Coach: At 6 a.m. Ask him to come in proper sports uniform.
(E)Read the dialogue below and write a message for your father.
Neighbour: Good evening. Is your father available?
You: No, he has not returned from work yet.
Neighbour: Please inform him about the residents’ meeting.
You: When will it be held?
Neighbour: Today at 7 p.m. in the community hall.