DURGAPUR PUBLIC SCHOOL

HOLIDAY HOMEWORK

Subject: ENGLISH Class: X Submission Date: 25.06.2025

A. Project- Portfolio

Guidelines For Class-X Project on ENGLISH; : -

1. Coverage: Should contain: School Logo, School Name, Name of the Student, Class, Section,
Roll No., Subject, Topic of the Project, Name of the Subject Teacher (Guide/Mentor).
2. Index/Table of Contents: To be made in Tabular Form with 4 columns- 1st Column. For SI. NO,
2nd Column. For Topics/Subtopics covered, 3rd Column. For Pg. No & 4th Column. For
Teacher’s Remarks. Expect 2nd Column, all other Columns will be narrow.
3. Declaration: To be Signed by the student (Right hand side corner of the bottom).
Here's a possible declaration that can be written in an English project:

Declaration
I ___________hereby declare that this project titled "Overcoming Challenges
in Real Life" is my original work and has not been submitted to any other
institution for assessment or evaluation.
I have followed the guidelines and rules provided by my teacher and have
acknowledged all sources used in this project.

Student’s Signature

4. Acknowledgement: student’s Signature is not required.

Acknowledgement

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to:

My English teacher, _____________, for guiding me throughout this project
and providing valuable feedback.

Thank you for your support and guidance.

Signature: ________
Name: __________ _____________
Teacher’s Signature

5. Teacher’s Certificate: Keep space for the Subject Teacher to sign at the Right-Hand Corner of
the bottom.

CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that [Student's Name] of [Class/Section] has successfully completed

the project titled "[Project Title]" under my guidance.

The project is original and has been completed to my satisfaction.

I wish [Student's Name] all the best in their future endeavors.

Signature: ________

Name: __________
Date: _____________
 6. Introduction:
 What is the project about?
 Objectives of the Project.

7. Topic:
Chapter: THE LETTER
“From Postage to Ping: A Study of Communication Methods and Their Impact on
Relationships.”

REFERENCE-
(A potential theme for the project is “From Postage to Ping: A Study of Communication Methods
and Their Impact on Relationships.”
This theme is derived from the text “The Letter” which suggests that the project explores the differences
and similarities between traditional letter-writing and modern digital communication, while also reflecting on
the significance and relevance of each method.)

Instructions:
i. Research Questions:
1. How has the rise of digital communication affected the art of letter-writing?
2. What are the advantages and disadvantages of digital communication compared to traditional letter-writing?
3. How do people express emotions and empathy in digital communication compared to handwritten letters?
4. Research Key Points:

Comparison and Contrast

a. Emotional expression: How do different methods convey emotions and empathy?
b. Relationship impact: How do communication methods affect relationships, intimacy, and trust?
c. Communication effectiveness: Which methods are most effective for different purposes (e.g., personal,
professional)?
d. Generational differences: How do different age groups prefer and use various communication methods?

Research and brainstorm: Think about times when you or someone you know faced a difficult situation. How
did you/they overcome it? What strategies worked?
 By following these instructions, students should be able to create a thoughtful and engaging
project that explores the theme of the relationship between man and paper/ machine.
 Personal stories based on distance relationship through the platform of letter / digital mode.
 Strategies for coping with human relationship
 The role of capability to handle the difficulties (if you faced)
 The impact of support systems on overcoming challenges
 The importance of learning from failures and setbacks

ii. Choose a format: Decide how you want to present your project. Options include:
- A short story / essay/ A poem
iii. Develop your content: Use your research and brainstorming to create your project. Make sure to include:
- A clear narrative or message
- Examples or anecdotes to illustrate your points
- Reflection on what you learned or took away from the experience
iv. Organize and design: Make sure your project is well-organized and easy to follow. Use headings,
subheadings, and visuals images (relevant pictures have to be given; you may draw / download) to make it
engaging.
v. Grading criteria:
- Creativity and originality
- Clarity and coherence
- Depth of insight and reflection
- Organization and design
- Presentation and communication skills
8. Conclusion
9. Bibliography (RESOURCES/ REFERENCES)
  Directives:

i. Project to be submitted in Spiral Binding File with Proper Coverage and

Wrapped in Cellophane Paper.
ii. Use A4 size Interleaf Sheets ONLY.
iii. All the Pages should have Proper Margins/Borders & Page Nos.
mentioned at the bottom.
iv. Use ONLY Blue Ball Point Pen for writing the body/content parts of the project.
v. For Headings/Sub-Heading you can use Sketch Pens/ Glitter Pens of any colour
Expect Green & Red.
vi. There should be minimum 20-25 pages in the project.
vii. Paste relevant pictures on topics/ Sub-topics on Left-Hand Side White Page.
vii. Entire Project should be hand written

B. Recitation- learn the poem ‘SNAKE’ and ‘OZYMANDIAS’

Best Wishes for successful completion