19. 4 (All DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESS, STATEMENT OF PURPOSg, GROUP DISCUSSION 4 Marks (Any one out of Three) juestion ’ Set 7 GR, | | (1) DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE How to attempt this question : _, (1) In this activity you have to convert a_ virtual tele Phone conversation/audio chat into a brief written message for a thirg person. (2) While writing the message, it is important to include the following : (i) Date (ii) Time (iii) Name of the person for the message is intended (iv) Body of the message ( the writer/sender. | (3) You must write only the most important points. Do not add. any new information. (4) You must use grammatically correct sentences, or it may convey a wrong meaning. (5) Use indirect speech and simple language. Marking Scheme : whom) V) Name of Content - 2 marks Sequence/Flow of ideas - 1 mark Appropriateness (language usage) — 1 mark Total -— 4 marks Important : (1) Study all the questions given with answers carefully. (2) Also attempt the questions given for practice. (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS (1) Imagine yourself as Ramesh. You are required to go to Pum ¢ to participate in the National Level Chess Competition "4 hence you won't be able to attend the class-test. Draft * virtual message for your friend Sanket in about 50 to 7 words asking him to convey the reason for your absence ° your subject teacher. = (March ml 166—_— QUESTION SET ~ 7 ; DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE 167 Answer : (2) 14 Nov. Hi Sanket! Thave to go to Pune right now to participate in the National Level Chess Competition. I got this news just an hour back. I will return only after two days. Hence, I will miss the English class test tomorrow. Can you tell Chatterji Ma'am the reason for my absence? Tell her I'm sorry and I will answer a test later on if necessary. Thanks. Ramesh x You think of attending a programme on ‘Environment Protection’ at your college. At the same time you find it difficult to meet your friend whom you have promised. Write a message to your friend convincing him/her about the same. Draft this message in about 100 - 150 words specifying your own benefits to attend the programme. €& (July ’22) Answer : Dec 12, 11 a.m. Hi Amrish! I am planning to attend the programme on Environment Protection this evening at 5 p.m. in our college hall. I feel it will be very useful as we have to live in this world and we should know how to look after the environment. You have seen the havoc that climate change is causing. It will also be useful to us for our EVS exams. I tried to call you but your phone is switched off and you are not at home. Why don't you too come with me? It is open for all and I plan to take my brother too. We can give a presentation on the topic as our semester-end project. The best part is that they are giving a sapling to every participant! Let me know if you are coming, I will save a seat for you. Dhruv x168 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS ; ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI ~ STD. xy (3) Imagine, you are Rahul/Jyoti studying in 12th Standarg, are going to attend an International Awareness Programm, in New Delhi the next week. Draft a message in about 100 - 150 words to Convey the same to your classmate. Give your own reasons to su your message. & (Sept, "21) Answer : March 20, 3.30 p.m. Hi Saurabh, Where are you? Can't contact you ever since you lost your Phone Your mom says that you have gone for a short summer camp and cannot be contacted except in an emergency. She said you will be back after two days. Well, I'm attending the International Awareness Programme in New Delhi next week on the 28th. However, I'm leaving for Delhi tonight and may not be able to contact you after this. Do you think you can also make it to the programme? Remember we had discussed it last week and you had plans to go to Delhi Anyway, it would be nice if you could also be there. We'll have fun as well as learn something! Call me on this number asap 98 194xxxxx Hope to see you soon. Rahul * (4) Using information from the dialogue given below, write the message (in not more than 50 words) which Amrita left for her brother, Sourajit. (Do not leave out any vital informatios or add any new information.) Shekhar : Is this (Telephone Number)? Amrita : Yes, May I know who is speaking? | Shekhar : | am Shekhar, I want to speak to Sourajit. 1 aml friend from THM, Goa. . Amrita : | am his sister. Sourajit is not at home at the moment Can you ring up a little later?QUESTION SET - 7 : DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE ... 169 Shekhar : | shall be a little busy. Actually, I have got placement at the Hotel Mumbai, and will have to join with immediate effect. So right now I am trying to get all the formalities completed. This is the news that I wanted to give Sourajit. Will you do that for me? Also tell him that I will let him know my new cell phone number as soon as I get one. Amrita : I'll do that. Bye and all the best. Answer : 30th Sept, 8:30 am Sourajit Your friend Shekhar called up to say that he has got placement in Hotel Mumbai. He is at present busy getting all the formalities done. He said he would give you his new cell number as soon as he gets it. i Amrita * (B) QUESTIONS FOR PRACTICE (1) Read the given conversation between Rakesh and Mrs Sarkar : Rakesh : Hello, may I speak to Dr Sarkar? Mrs Sarkar : He has gone to the hospital to attend the OPD. May I know who is speaking? Rakesh : Yes, I am Rakesh Sood. My wife has been having a severe headache since yesterday. Since this morning she has also developed high temperature. I would be very grateful if the doctor could come over to our place to examine her. Mrs Sarkar : Of course. Please let me note down your address. Rakesh : It is B - 49, New Colony. Mrs Sarkar : I will give him your message as soon as he returns. Rakesh : Thank you. Mrs Sarkar had to leave for the school where she teaches. So she wrote a message for her husband. Draft the message in not more than 50 words. * ae170 (2) Given below is a transcript of a telephone Conve, (3 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARAT] STD. XI T8Ation © 80 out ®Ughte, Lena. Draft the message in not more than 100 words ; ‘ Kanika : Is this .... (Telephone Number)? Mrs Pundit : Yes.... May I know who is speaking? Kanika : This is Kanika. Lena's friend. Mrs Pundit : Hi, Kanika. Lena is not at home. between Mrs Pundit and Kanika. As Mrs Pundit has t on an urgent errand, she leaves a message for her di Kanika : That's alright. Could you please tell her that there js g change in the venue of the painting competition? Now it is at the J.N.M. Centre. Mrs Pundit : Does Lena know this place? Kanika : | doubt it. Please note it down. Mrs Pundit : Hold on for a moment... Okay. Go ahead. Kanika : It is near Khan Market. A closer landmark will be Diamond Park. The Centre is in a lane near the rear gate of the park. Mrs Pundit: see. I'm about to go out on an urgent errand. Anyway, I will leave a message for Lena. Kanika : Thank you, Aunty. Mrs Pundit : My pleasure. * Using the information given below, write a message which Manu left for his sister, Renu. (Do not add any new information. The message should not exceed 50 words.) Ruhaan rang up ~ book-reading — session - ‘Children Ask Kalam’ - Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam - compilation of letters received by him from children and his answers - Oxford Book Store ~ 8 pm, this evening, - pick you up - 6:30 pm — attend reading * session together.QUESTION SET - 7 : DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE ... 171 (2) STATEMENT OF PURPOSE | | | How to attempt this question : (1) A Statement of Purpose is a personalized application seeking admission to a university or a particular course. (2) It is a brief essay describing you as the person you are, your goals and plans. (3) The SOP should be ideally divided into 4 to 6 paragraphs. (4) The first paragraph gives a short sketch of your personal background, your mental make-up and aims and goals. | (5) The second paragraph contains the reason for choosing the programme/university. (6) In the third paragraph you can write about your personal qualities, your hobbies and extra-curricular activities. (7) You can mention your experience/exposure/internship/project in the fourth paragraph. (8) The concluding paragraph must reflect your long term career perspective. (9) The SOP should be clear and easy-to-understand without any grammatical errors or spelling mistakes. (10) Present the facts in a convincing manner. Marking Scheme : Content - 2 marks Sequence/Flow of ideas - 1 mark Appropriateness (language usages) - 1 mark Total ~4 marks Important : (1) Study all the questions given with answers carefully. (2) Also attempt the questions given for practice. (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS (1) You have a special interest in journalism. You are planning to go for a degree-course in mass communication and work in future especially in the field of crime-reporting. You have heard about the reputed ‘Royal Institute of Mass Communication’ in the United Kingdom.172 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - STD. XII Prepare a statement of purpose in about 150 words to get admission to the Institute. &S (March '23) Answer : Writing is in my blood. My parents as well as my grandparents are all writers in some form or the other and I can think of no other career except writing, with a special interest in journalism. Coming from a family passionate about this field has certainly helped. | literally grew up surrounded by books and different forms of writing, It would not be a boast to say that I learnt how to write even before I could talk properly. During the past year I have done a lot of writing for our local newspaper. I was their ‘Reporter on the Spot’ for news about college activities. I also edited our college newsletter. During the vacation, I worked as an intern and proof reader for a news magazine. ] particularly wish to join your institute because it is the best. I am sure that your esteemed faculty will be the right people to guide me through the challenging course. More than anything else, I would like to opt for the field of crime reporting. I love the thrill and excitement that it involves. I am also an avid fan of crime shows. I would love to be a student of the ‘Royal Institute of Mass Communication’. I will put in my best efforts and I am confident that I will be an asset when I secure admission to your university. * (2) You are very interested in fashion designing. You have also participated in the various competitions and have shown your talent. Your friend is assisting you to make a career in fashion designing. Draft a statement of purpose that will help you to get admission for the course in fashion designing at M. Rajeshwar College of Arts, Hubli, Karnataka. & (March '22) Answer : I was captivated by the world of fashion when I was in my ear! ly teens. I love not only seeing and wearing beautiful clothes, but also creating them. I have a keen eye for colour and can automatically decide which colour will go well with a particular one. >QUESTION SET ~ 7 : DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE ... 173 My interest in fashion designing led me to work as an assistant at a tailoring establishment during the long vacation after my std. X Board exams. This establishment took me on as an intern and even paid me a stipend. I learnt a lot here, right from the way one chooses a colour to the importance of careful stitching, During the next vacation I attended a basic course in fashion designing at ISD, Mumbai. I have participated in various fashion shows in Mumbai. This has broadened my vision considerably. My designs were well received and I now have a portfolio to showcase my work. There is a huge demand in India today for fashion designers and when I thought of doing my graduation in fashion designing, M. Rajeshwar College of Arts was the institute that immediately leapt to my mind. I know that the exposure to the real world and the quality of guidance that I will get at your institute is unmatchable. Iwill also be able to interact with students from diverse backgrounds and different cultures. This will enable me to view things from different perspectives. Hence, M. Rajeshwar College of Arts is my only choice for a course in fashion designing. I am confident that lam ready for your course and will be able to secure a place in your esteemed institution to fulfil my dreams. * (3) You wish to pursue your graduation/diploma at a reputed university in any of the streams of your own choice, either arts, commerce, science, management, medicine, agriculture, engineering, law or any other degree you have in your mind. You have fixed your career goals and also have similar background to achieve your dreams. Taking help of the above points/information, write a ‘Statement of Purpose’ in about 100 - 150 words as a part of your application process to get admission at a university of your choice. © (Sept. '21; July '22) Answer : 1 was fascinated by the world of animals early in my life. I love ‘1imals with a deep intensity and their behaviour fascinates me ‘care for all animals, big and small174 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS ; ENGLISH YUVAKBHARAT] _ stp “TD. Xn I very well know that observation and study of animals q infinite patience. Many senior members of our ‘Bird Watch “Mand, ers’ chy by appreciate my great patience. I also have an eye for detail, p, * “ach tj me I go for a safari, I notice something new. Any animal suffering or struggling anywhere is my o ‘on There have been umpteen cases where I took care of and { cern, ‘endeq orphaned 3 Pp animals; but each case was unique and every one of them is etched in my memory in its vivid detail. Though my interaction with animals has a long theoretical studies about animals are not much to boast of. Biology has always been my favourite subject all along, but I never knew that there are courses catering to my specific need. However, Tecord, my I know that a lot has been happening of late in the field of animal behaviour. Moreover, I wish to learn the discipline in an organized way and your esteemed institution is ‘the place’ for it. Your biology graduation course with focus on animal behaviour is ‘the one’ I seek. I am hopeful that I will be able to find my niche and contribute something significant to the field I love most. I look forward to being a part of your institute and I am confident that I will make a name * QUESTIONS FOR PRACTICE (1) You love acting, and want to become a TV/Theatre/Film actor actress. You have taken part in many drama competitions held in your college and have also acted in street plays. You * a good Bharat Natyam dancer too. You are fluent in ma Hindi, Marathi and Tamil. Prepare a Statement of Purpose admission to the Film and Television Institute of India. ne (2) After having completed your B.A. in English Literature. } S. nedabad. wish to do your M.B.A. in Marketing at MICA, Ahv oe completed an oO perience cil for myself. You are fluent in German and you hav certificate course in Marketing, You also have in a telecom company after your graduation, where working, Prepare an SOP for admission to MICA. oe at a year's &X you are >QUESTION SET 7; DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE 1A (3) GROUP DISCUSSIO) How to attempt this question : (1) A Group Discussion ts a formal discussion on a given topic. (2) The participants analyse the topic and give their views and opinions. (3) In the written form of the discussion, you have to write dialogues for at least 3-4 people on the given topic (or as given in the instructions). (4) You must use the proper format of a dialogue. Name of the speaker to be mentioned, followed by a colon (:). (5) The sequence should also be maintained. (6) Correct vocabulary, phrases, expressions and tenses must be used. Marking Scheme : Content - 2 marks Sequence/Flow of ideas - 1 mark | Appropriateness (language usage) - 1 mark ‘Total - 4 marks | Important : | (1) Study all the questions given with answers carefully. | (2) Also attempt the questions given for practice. (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS (1) Imagine yourself as a participant in a group discussion arranged by an NGO working to promote swadeshi. The topic is ‘Traditional food provides more nutrition to children as compared to junk food’. There are two more participants and an evaluator to share their views. Prepare a set of dialogues. (March '23) Answer : Evaluator : You've all been given a few minutes to think on the topic ‘Traditional food provides more nutrition to children as Compared to junk food,’ for today's group discussion. You may now begin the discussion. ee4 176 (2) 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS ; ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI ~ sp, XI Aarav : In my opinion this is very true. Junk food Contain - iS high amount of salt, sugar, fats and empty calories. | lead, 4 IS obesity and we find more obese teenagers \ around nowadays Myself : | agree with Aarav. Children and teenagers mu. , their food habits and resort to a more healthy diet. Our offers a wide variety of nutritious food, which has and tested by many generations of people. Rachana : Our traditional home-made food mixture and is suited to our weather and bod should not blindly ignore these good things an food, which is heavily advertised. Myself : Yes, today we have come to know the value and goodness of traditional stuff like millets, locally grown vegetables ang fruits, local oils and traditional recipes. We should not think that traditional food is ‘old-fashioned’ and junk food is ‘modern, Aarav : Yes, I agree. We must not get swayed by western ideas and food habits, which are now known to be harmful. Evaluator : Please conclude. St Chan, Je tradit Jon EN trieg is a balance ly structure, We d run after junk Rachana : We can conclude by saying that children must change their food habits. It is high time they switched to traditional, healthy, snacks and diet. We need healthy citizens to take our country forward. * Sahil, Aniket and Aliya have recently discussed on a topic ‘Social Media affecting teenager’s life’. Draft this group discussion in the form of dialogues on this topic. S (July '22) Answer : Sahil : 1 have strong views on this topic. undoubtedly, social media is a boon. It makes our lives Positive. I think the lockdown period would have been pretty miserable without social media. Aliya : | totally disagree with that view. Firstly, referring to one specific incident to emphasize your point is illogical. Secondly. we must think about the content. Social media are often the source of fake news. We get swayed by this. Aniket : That is not fair. If you look only for the negative side. you will only see that. Why can't we appreciate the positive aspect of social media, like Sahil has done?QUESTION SET - 7 : DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE. 177 Sahil : You have a point there. It all depends on how we use the social media. Aliya : We teenagers waste so much of our time on social media. we sometimes even don't talk to our family members. We also get upset over silly things. Sahil : Like I said earlier, it all depends on how we use it. Aniket : Yes. I agree with that. Every invention has its advantages and disadvantages. We must use our intelligence and limit our time. We must have self-control. Aliya : That is very easy to say! | think that most of the photos and news put up by individuals is fake, and they are only bent on impressing others. Aniket : Alright, let us conclude by saying that social media are here to stay. We just can’t wish it away. How it affects our life depends on the way we use it. We must use it to enrich our social life. Finally, excess of anything is bad — that applies to the use of social media as well. * (3) You, along with your friends Sujit, Rohit and Kishor, are discussing their likes and dislikes. But all are fascinated with the reading habit. Write a short group discussion in the form of a dialogue telling the importance of reading for enhancing knowledge. © (March '22) Answer : Me: Hey, I just learnt that many entrance exams have a tough general knowledge section. I'm afraid my general knowledge is not very impressive. Sujit : Same here. All of us have to make efforts to improve our knowledge of the world. I think we must do a lot of reading. Rohit : Yes, but we have lost the habit of reading books now. We Must redevelop it. It is the easiest way to gain information. Kishor ; It is not necessary to read books. We can look up things and read on the Internet too. Sujit : The Internet does give a lot of information but it is "erally in bits and pieces. For example, if we Wi 1M. L. Q. Sets : English Yuvakbharati - Std. XII [D‘ ae178 = 21 ML. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - girp Xi about the Indian Freedom Movement, tt is better to Tead 4 net but to HEL re hors do reliable book than get pieces of information from the Inter Rohit : | agree with Sujit. The Internet Is OK, knowledge there is nothing like books. The autt 4 lot o research and even acknowledge their source: 8 of Information, Kishor : Yes, after listening to you, I think reading books aS Wed] as surfing the Internet is the best way to enhance our GK, What is important is that we should read. Me : So, I'm going to be a regular visitor at our college Mbrary, You guys want to come along? All : Yes! * You and your three friends (John, Irfan and Ravina) are Selected as a team for group discussion for a Teputed Ty channel. The topic of discussion is ‘Importance of English (4) Literature’. Write suitable dialogues for each Participant giving his/her opinion on the topic. (Sept. '21) Answer : Me : Hello, everyone. Nice to be here discussing a subject close to my heart. John : Yes, English Literature, isn't it? It is a subject close to my heart too. Irfan : No English Literature for me. I'm going to be an engineer. Ravina : An engineer can still be interested in Literature. Not as a profession but as a hobby, perhaps. John : Well, I'm going to study English Literature. And before you can ask why—it's because I love it. I'm deeply interested in it. It fascinates me. Irfan : That's a wise decision. It's good to follow your passion. And since you have decided that you will take up either writing or news reporting as your career, you really must have @ thorough knowledge about English Literature. Ravina : We can learn a lot from literature and English Literature is one of the richest of all, Right from Milton to Shaw, they al! had something valuable to impart. Me : Exactly. I have already read a lot, and the more I read the more I like it.(1 (2) (3) QUESTION SET - 7 : DRAFTING A VIRTUAL MESSAGE 179 John : It enriches the vocabulary and broadens our thoughts. It improves our command over the language and gives us an insight into other cultures. It also broadens our horizons and helps us to think critically. Irfan : Yes, and think of those gems of English Literature - Shakespeare, Milton, Shaw. and all the others! Me : It develops our communication skills. This is essential in today’s global environment. Ravina : After listening to all of you, I think John has made a wise decision. I think I will think over this option too! Thanks for the idea. * (B) QUESTIONS FOR PRACTICE Read the topic given below for a group discussion between three people : ‘Razing of forests for construction/roads.’ You may use the following points : x climate change * replacement of cut trees * man's greed never-ending _* loss of fauna An economically deprived girl student in your class who has received admission in a reputed college abroad needs monetary help to pursue further studies there. Have a group discussion amongst your friends to seek solutions to help her. Write four five views in the form of dialogues. Sunil, Rehana and Raymond are Participating in a group discussion. The topic is ‘How to Eradicate Corruption’. Write their views in the form of dialogues. You may begin by the introduction of the topic by the evaluator. You may use the following points : * strict enforcement of laws * quick judgement of cases * reward for honesty~ 1Q. 4 (B) : (4 Marks)] Question E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING, Set INTERVIEW QUESTIONS 8 (Any one out of Three) | (1) E-MAILS How to attempt this question : eet this question : Take the help of the template given below. This is a basi that can be changed/added onto as the situation requir (A) Template for formal e-mails : iC template es. (1) Write the email id of the Person to whom sending the mail. e.g, [email protected] (2) Write the subject of the letter in short in the subject line, Add ce/bec if necessary. €.g. Application for HR executive; HRX-56 (3) Main letter : (i) Salutation : e.g. Sir/ Dear Sir/ Madam (ii) Body of the letter : (a) First paragraph : Reason for your mail, where you came to know about the job/other issues. etc. | Mention the job title, if it is for a job application. (b) Second paragraph: Your most important| qualifications which are relevant for the job. in brief. Write what skills you have to offer the employer. Only the main points should be written: | the details will follow in the CV. For other types of letters, mention in detail the issues/problems. (c) Third paragraph: Conclude your e-mail bY thanking the employer for considering you for the position. Indicate that you are eager to meet For other formal e-mails, offer suggestions ask for response, etc. _—— You are 180 aQUESTION SET — 8 » E-MAILAREPORT WRITINGANTERVIEW 181 (iii) Close : E-mail Signature First Name, Last Name Address (if necessary) Phone number (iv) How to CC and BCC properly : CC ts ‘Carbon Copy’ it means that the addresses in this block will get a copy of the e-mail. BCC is ‘Blind Carbon Copy.’ Addresses in this block will also get a copy of the e-mail, but their names will not be listed in the headers that the recipient(s) sees. (B) Template for informal e-mails : (1) Write the e-mail id and subject. (2) Salutation, body, subscription as in normal informal letters you have learnt earlier. Marking Scheme : Content — 2 marks Use of proper format — 1 mark Overall presentation - 1 mark Total - 4 marks Important : (1) Study ALL the e-mails given in this Question Set carefully. (2) Also attempt the Questions given for Practice.) 182 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - STD, XI (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS (1) You are looking forward to starting a Computer Institute in your area. You initially need 20 PCs. Prepare/Draft an E-mail to the city-dealer of DELL Computers deman, moderate quotation for the same. (in about 100-150 words S (March '23) Ans. To Subject Sir/Madam, Iam planning to start a Computer Institute in my area. I have already finalized the office space and all the infrastructure is in place. I am planning to buy 20 DELL Computers for my institute. I would appreciate it if you could mail a detailed quotation for the computers as soon as possible. Please send the quotations for various specifications (RAM, storage, warranty, screen size, etc.), so that I can decide what would be really suitable for me. [email protected] Inquiry about bulk order for DELL computers I would also like to know if there would be any discount/payment by instalments. I am just starting out with my initiative and have a tight budget. I look forward to your reply. Thank you. Yours faithfully, ABC 6, Naik Nivas | Narvekar Road, Nehru Nagar, New MumbaiQUESTION SET - 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITINGANTERVIEW 183 (2) You have planned a family trip to South India. You need leave for eight days. Write an email in a proper format with all the supporting details you wish to include to convince the authorities and get your leave approved. (100-150 words) S (July '22) Ans. [to [email protected] Subject Request for leave Respected Sir, My family is planning a trip to South India to attend the wedding of my cousin. I am the eldest brother and I need to be present for the event. I request you to grant me leave for eight days (14 Sept. — 21 Sept.) to attend the function. Iam a regular student and I have fared well in my unit test. I assure you that I will make up all the lost work and assignments on my return. Thanking you, Yours obediently, XYZ (Std. XII - Div B, Roll No. 37)184 21 ML. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI ~ stp, x1 (3) Imagine that you are a shopkeeper of gift articles, 4 CUstome, had given an order for purchasing articles but you her some difficulties for giving delivery in time due to shorta . Write an email to him/her apologising for the delay. & (March ‘29, Ans. To | [email protected] ] Subject | Delay in delivery of order TY/324 | Dear Madam, | This is with reference to your order TY/324 for two dozen ladies’ leather hand bags. We regret that there was a slight delay in fulfilling your order as there was a shortage of raw material. However, the shortage has now been rectified with transport facilities getting back to normal and we will deliver your order by the end of this week. We regret the delay and we assure you that this will not happen in future. Thanking you, Yours faithfully, S.M. Shah, ‘Gifts for All’, Dr D, N. Road, Mumbai ~ 400 001.QUESTION SET - 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING/ANTERVIEW 185 (4) You purchased a 42 inches Smart TV four months ago from M.G. Electronics and Appliances. It is not working properly and also doesn't have good sound and picture quality. The warranty period of the TV is still valid. Write an e-mail in about 100 - 150 words to the shop owner complaining about the problem. & (Sept. '21) Ans. To [email protected] ce Bee |Subject | Poor Quality of TV | The Manager, M.G. Electronics and Appliances, Andheri, | Mumbai — 400 053. | Sir, I had purchased a 42 inches Smart TV from your company on 3" December, 2021. The bill number is XY301 and the warranty is |for one year. Thus, the warranty period is still valid. i regret to say that the TV is of poor quality. It is not working properly and also doesn’t have good sound and picture quality. The images are dull and blurred. The volume keeps changing and is sometimes so low that we cannot hear anything. lam deeply disappointed with the TV. I had bought it from your showroom because it has a good reputation. I don’t want any repairs done on this TV; I would be glad if you could replace it with a new one as soon as possible. I hope to hear from you very soon. Yours faithfully, XYZ 3, ‘Chhaya’ Apts., Laxminagar, [Andheri ~ 400 053. —186 21 ML. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - stp xn (5) Read the following advertisement and prepare a tett., application to be sent by e-mail. Use the information zi “ in the CV: | SITUATION VACANT | Wanted Civil Engineer, preferably with 2 years experience. Write to; | The Manager, Kumar Construction Company, Andheri (E), | Mumbai - 400 069. | E-mail : [email protected] Mark your letter as : Application for the post of Civil Engineer CV (Résumé) Name : Ajinkya Godbole Educational Qualifications : B.E. (First Class), Pune University Interests : reading, travelling, wild-life photography Ans. | To [email protected] Subject Application for the post of Civil Engineer Sir, This is with reference to your advertisement in ‘The Indian Express’ dated 2nd March, 2023. I wish to apply for the post of Civil Engineer in your company. lam a Civil Engineer with a First class (66%) from Pune University. I completed my B. E. in the year 2019, after which I worked for two years as a trainee in a bank that specialized in home loans. I have been working in a construction company in Pune as 2 senior supervisor for the past two years. I now seek to improve my prospects. y, 1am | My interests are reading, travelling and wild-life photogr: ‘phy ould | should | hard-working, and can assure you of dedicated service. | you consider me for the post. I look forward to being called for) an interview soon. I enclose photocopies of my qualifications an | experience. J © geetQUESTION SET ~ 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING/INTERVIEW 187 Thanking you, yours faithfully, Ajinkya J. Sharma fast Shri Nagar Colony, Solapur Road Hadapsar, Pune - 411 028. Mob : 9811 2.000 Encl : Photocopies of : (i) Degree certificate (ii) Experience certificate (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Write an e-mail in about 100/150 words to the Commissioner of the Municipal Corporation of your city complaining about the irregular supply of water in your locality. Write an e-mail in about 100/150 words to the Manager of the local S.T. Bus depot asking for information regarding concessions for students who wish to go on a study tour. You wish to go to Veera Resort in Panchgani for three days with your family. Write an e-mail in about 100/150 words to the Manager of the resort, asking for details about room charges, facilities, food arrangements, and other details. Your flight ticket to Goa was cancelled due to bad weather. Write an email in about 100/150 words to the airline asking for a refund. You are the Class representative of Std. XII B. Your class wants to visit a sugar factory in Kolhapur to learn about the sugar manufacturing process. Write an e-mail in about 100/150 words to the Manager of the sugar factory seeking permission. Give details of your visit, like the dates, the number of students and teachers, your arrangements for stay, etc.) 188 21 MLL. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI ~ STD. xii (2) REPORT WRITING | How to attempt this question : (1) You may be asked to draft or write a report about some activity/ event that has taken place in your college or elsewhere. (2) Write your report in about 100/150 words. (3) Some introduction of the report or a headline may be given in the question paper. (4) The headline, place, date and byline should be mentioned in the report. (5) The first paragraph of the report should be a lead paragraph giving the important facts. (6) The following paragraph/paragraphs will give the news in detail. (7) Your personal opinions should not be included; however, the views of others can be quoted. (8) Passive voice construction should be used. Marking Scheme : Content - 2 marks Accuracy of language - 1 mark Appropriateness -— 1 mark | Total -4 marks | Important : (1) Study all the questions given with answers carefully. | (2) Also attempt the questions given for practice. (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS (1) Your college has celebrated ‘75th Anniversary of our National Independence’ by organising various socio-cultural activities between 13th and 16th August. Imagine yourself as G.S. (General Secretary) of your Jr. College and draft a brief report of the celebration/programme for the local newspapers in about 150 words. S&S (March '23)QUESTION SET -~ 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING/ANTERVIEW 189 Ans. Grand 75th Anniversary Celebrations — ABC, General Secretary Nagpur, January 28: The 75th Anniversary of our National ipdependence was celebrated with great fanfare on the campus of pr. College this year, from 13th August to 16th August. : The four days were packed with exciting activities. Day 1 was gevoted to cultural activities, and there were dances from various corners of the country, traditional songs and street plays. On Day 2 te emphasis was on intellectual activities. There were debates and giscussions in different languages on various issues, puzzle and quiz competitions and presentations on a wide variety of topics. Day 3 included flag-hoisting, march-past and talks from officers from the army, Navy and Airforce. These talks were indeed a big hit with the sudents. Day 4 was kept aside for sports activities, which, as usual, were well-attended. Indeed, the diamond anniversary of our independence was something to be enjoyed and cherished. “The students certainly put their hearts and souls into these four days of celebration,” said Dr Naik, Principal, H.R. College. “It is all due to their efforts that these four days were So memorable. I am happy that our college has such sincere future citizen/s.” Three cheers to H.R. College! * (2) Imagine, your college recently observed a “Health and Fitness” awareness week. You are the editor of the notice board column. Write a report in about 100-150 words on the happenings of the awareness week and all the observations, adding all the required information and details witnessed and experienced. = (July '22) Ans. Be Fit and Healthy! ~ XYZ, Editor, Notice Board tenn July 22: The ‘Health and Fitness’ awareness week zed by our college was well-attended and a super hit. We all know that health is wealth. Yet, how many of us follow the auch will keep us fit and healthy? How many of us can resist °od or maintain an exercise schedule? _ Tues dtnk190 21 ML. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI — STD. xy The ‘Health and Fitness’ awareness week showed US ex how to do so. Nutritionist Ms. Ambika and two others gave ot presentations on healthy food and junk food. Most of us were Shocked to realize that we were eating rubbish in our daily lives! . The fitness experts Sam and Pam demonstrated Various exercises and yoga activities for teenagers. Those who were interestey could participate on-the-spot. Then there was also a dance exper, who showed us how we could remain fit and fine while having fuy with music. Finally, a counsellor explained how important it was to have a happy and positive outlook on life, and encourage positive emotions like love, friendship and happiness. Only when we are truly healthy and fit will we be able to live a complete and happy life. + (3) You are a representative of the N.S.S. unit of your college. Write a brief report of the camp in which various social activities including cleanliness have been conducted by all the participants. ©} (March '22) Ans. Social Activities Camp, Std. XII (Aug. 5 to 7) — Harsh Patel, Representative, NSS unit. Chinchwad, August 9 : The NSS Unit of our college held a social activities camp from August 5 to 7. Sixteen students travelled to Navigaon, which is about 27 km outside the city. Our unit representatives had already contacted the village elders earlier and studied the requirements of the villagers, especially with regard to sanitation and cleanliness. In the village we were put up in the school premises. We had collected materials such as medicines, books and stationery. masks and sanitisers, in advance. The villagers were very hospitable. We conducted classes for them. The subjects were health. sane and simple rules for crop rotation. Special emphasis was laid ol is precautions to be taken to safeguard the village from corona Vit" and other diseases. how ' We also showed them how to improve drainage ane ad and construct sanitary lavatories. We enjoyed the food they provi wilt 2 We b took part in their folk dances. This was indeed great fun. eaeQUESTION SET - 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING/INTERVIEW 191 yasting friendship with the villagers, and hope to conduct more such camps in the future. * ) your junior college recently organised a ‘Book Reading Competition’. You are the students’ representative. Write a report of the competition in about 100 - 150 words. & (Sept. '21) Ans. Book Reading Competition a Grand Success ! ~ XYZ, Students’ Representative Akola, January 11 : The Book Reading Competition organised here by SVK Junior College yesterday was a big success and had students discussing it for a long time afterwards. Fourteen students participated in the competition. The list of books that they had to read and prepare had been put up earlier. During the two-day competition, students had to design covers, read out aloud, prepare reviews and discuss several of the books on the list. “Reading, as we all know, increases our knowledge. It keeps us updated about what is happening in the world around us,” said one of the participants. “It gives us information about places which we are never likely to visit. It develops our vocabulary and powers of expression. It is an ideal way to keep ourselves occupied, even on a gloomy rainy day. Yes, there is no doubt about it — the advantages of Teading are manifold.” “I love reading — and this competition has inspired me to read even more,” said the winner, Harsha Patil, enthusiastically. “I also made plenty of new friends — all book lovers.” Long live books!!__* (5) Write a report in about 100/150 words about the celebration of ‘Teachers’ Day’ in your college. Ans. Gratefully yours ... September 6: The birth anniversary of the late President drs, Radhakrishnan was celebrated yesterday in our college as Teachers’ Day.192 21 MLL. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - STD, xii The entire programme was managed by the students of Stds, xy and XII. It began with a warm welcome to those in the audience _ the principal, teachers and the office staff. It was heartening to see that the house-keeping staff were not forgotten and were included in the celebrations. After giving a short speech about the importance of the occasion, the students set about entertaining the audience with songs, dances and a short skit. This was followed by light refreshments, which everyone enjoyed. Indeed, a well organized programme, which left everyone with a warm feeling in their hearts, “We wish our students to have brilliant careers and do well in life,” said the Principal, while chatting informally with the students. “We are always here to help you when you need us.” — Cultural Secretary * (B) QUESTIONS FOR PRACTICE (1) You have recently visited an exhibition on ‘Environmental Pollution - Causes and Remedies’. Prepare a report in about 100/150 words of about 20 lines on the exhibition. (2) Read the following headline and write a report based on it. ‘Honest Auto Driver Felicitated.’ (3) Read the following headline and write a newspaper report in about 100/150 words based on it. ‘Food Poisoning Affects 20’. (4) Read the following headline and write a newspaper report based on it. ‘Life comes to a standstill — major roads flooded’. (5) You have participated in a ‘Clean-up Operation’, cleaning the beach near your house. Write a report of this.QUESTION SET 8) E-MALUREPORT WRITINGANTERVIEW 193 (3) INTERVIEW QUESTIONS ow to attempt this question ; w Only the interview questions must be written {about 8 — 10 questions), You are not expected to write answers to the questions. Ss The questions should be Wh-questions asking for information and should be relevant to the situation. ‘3 Imagine that you are actually interviewing the person and frame the questions accordingly. They should be based on the points given along with the question. (4) The questions should be polite. The simpler questions should come first. Maintain the sequence of the questions properly. Marking Scheme : Appropriate framing of questions Language and style — 2 marks — 1 mark Overall impression — 1 mark Total — 4 marks Important : (1) Study all the questions given with answers carefully. (2) Also attempt the questions given for practice. (A) MODEL QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS ‘l) One of the Ex-students of your college has recently been selected for the prestigious NDA (National Defence Academy). He is specially invited to motivate the aspiring students of your Jr. College. Imagine yourself an interviewer and prepare & set of 8 (eight) interview questions, enabling your guest to Share his experiences and opinions. You may take the help of the following points to draft your questions, maintaining a proper sequence : [= (March ‘'23)194 21 M.L. QUESTION SETS : ENGLISH YUVAKBHARATI - STD. XI * Name of the interviewee (Personality) — J ¢ Area of Success/Reputation * Date/Venue/Time * Duration of Interview * His decision * His idols/inspirations ° Support ° Training ° Difficulties * Challenges/Motivating experiences * Goals/Expectations ° Message Ans. Name of the interviewee Mr Swapnil Bapat Area ofsuccess/reputation | Selected for National Defence Academy Date/Venue/Time 10/03/23/N. C. K. Jr. College/ 11.30 a.m. Duration of interview 25 minutes Q) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) (9) Namaste. May I ask you a few questions? My classmates and I would like to know more about your ideas. When did you first decide to enroll at the NDA? Who were your idols or inspiration? Were you encouraged or discouraged to follow your goal, and by whom? What type of training do you have to undergo? After enrolment, what were the difficulties and obstacles you faced? How did you solve these difficulties? What are the challenges or motivating experiences you have come across? What are your goals and expectations? Is there any message you would like to give us? ‘Thank you, sir, for the information you have given us, and for ¢ inspiration. Jai Hind. he tQUESTION SET - 8 : E-MAIL/REPORT WRITING/INTERVIEW 195 2) Imagine that you have to conduct an interview of a famous personality from the field of sports. With the help of the given table and points, draft questions on the given fields associated with the sports personality. (Do not change the sequence of the questions.) € (July '22) personality)— Name of the interviewee (distinguished Area of success/reputation Date/Venue/Time Duration of interview Questions 1. Interest development 2. Idols in life 3. Early learning/training 4. Support 5. Schedule/time table 6. Recent achievements 7. Goals in life 8. Destination Ans. _Name of the interviewee _Area of success/reputation — Date/Venue/Time L—_ (Duration of Interview Ms Hema Bhave Badminton player 14/09/22/N. C. K. Jr. College/ 11.30 a.m. ae