Diary Entry for all classes

Diary Entry

• Diary is one of the most personal and informal pieces of writing.
• It is a first person account /record of an experience, feelings and reactions related to any anecdote, incident or event.

Format of Diary Entry

Day

Date

Time

__________ leave a line

Dear diary (optional)

Content

(120-150 words)

__________ leave a line

Name given (first name) / ABC

Marking Scheme

Format – 1

Content – 3

Expression – 4 (Fluency – 2 and Accuracy 2)

Total – 8 marks

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Points to remember :

1. It is personal in nature and informal in tone and style. (Sometimes, the tone may be literary, philosophical and reflective, too.)

2. The format, content, tone and style vary according to the subject matter, nature of incident and intensity of emotions. 

3. Exclamatory words and sign of exclamation ( ! ) should be used.

4. It is written in first person of pronoun. ( I )

5. Past Tense should be used. Present or future tenses are also used if current emotions are described or some resolution is made.

6. Active voice is used.

7. Begin the diary entry with a general statement about the day/expression.

8. The main body / content should cover the narration of the event or experience along with your feelings related to that account.

8. Emphasise more on your feelings, viewpoints and reaction rather than narrating the incident.

9. You should conclude with the learning after the episode or judgement on the incident happened.

Certain expressions to be used :

1. What a wonderful day it was!

2. How amazing the experience was!

3. It has been a terrible experience.

4. How can I forget those moments? / I can never forget such a day/moment/ experience.

5. It has been such an astonishing recovery/moment/experience!

6. How agonising it is to recall the incident!

7. I feel, I am on top of the world.

8. It was a historic moment.

Adjectives to make the diary more effective :

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 Samples of diary entry

Q1. You are Namit/Namrita. Your name appeared in the list of CBSE XII 5 toppers of your city. Record the experience of the day making an entry in your diary in 120-150 words.

28 May 20XX

Monday

7: 30 p.m.

Dear diary

Today, I am on top of the world as it is a historic moment in my life. The CBSE results for class XII were to be announced, today. Curiosity and anxiety were pricking my stomach and I could not sleep last night. I had done very well in my examinations and, was waiting for the result eagerly.

Today, I got up early and checked the CBSE site many times. When I saw the result on the site, I could not believe my eyes. I got 99.6% over all. I jumped with ecstasy and hugged my parents. They were also so happy and excited that they informed all the relatives and friends. Later, my name also appeared in the merit list of the city.

It can never forget the experience and thank God for his blessings. Today, I make a promise that I will keep working hard to hit the higher targets in my life.

Namit/Namrita

Q2. You are Nishchay/Nikita. You attended The Crafts Mela at Suraj Kund, Faridabad. Using the hints given below make a diary entry about what you witnessed and experienced in 120-150 words.

More than 20 states participated – Rajasthan-the theme state – participation of foreign countries – cultural programmes – food courts catering all kinds of food – arts and handicrafts from the awarded artisans

12 October 20XX

Tuesday

7: 30 p.m.

Dear diary

Today, I witnessed mini India in the Crafts Mela at Suraj Kund, Faridabad. I felt wonder struck to see the cultural variety of our country, India. The theme state – Rajasthan has given brighter hues to the exhibition as the whole campus was painted with the visuals of Ranthambore, Chittor, Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, which took my breath away. The awarded artisans from different states set up their stalls. Some neighbouring countries such as Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka and Tibet gave it an International look. Sarees, bangles, purses, jewellery, garments, shoes and decoration items attracted the visitors of all ages.

The cultural shows like Chaupal and Kathputli pulled a large crowd. Food Court was special attraction for the food lovers who relished the delicacies of Rajasthan and other states.

Above all, the Crafts Mela presented an awe inspiring sight and my admiration for cultural heritage of India reached at another level.

Nishchay/Nikita 

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Prepositions for all classes

Prepositions

Prepositions tell the position/relation of something in regard to something else (when put together).

Kinds of Preposition according to their arrangement

1. Simple Prepositions – on, at, in, for, to, with, by, of, out, off, from, till, up

2. Compound Prepositions – upon, into, within, without, onto, between, among, amongst, about, inside, outside, beside, behind, below, beneath, underneath, before, after, above, over, beyond, amidst

3. Phrase Prepositions – according to, in accordance with, by dint of, in lieu of, on account of, because of, by means of, due to, instead of, in case of, in spite of, in front of, by virtue of, in addition to, owing to, for the sake of, with regard to

Types of Prepositions on the basis of Functions

Preposition of Place

1.       In – The child is sleeping in the room. (bigger places/area in the context)

On – The duster is kept on the table. (less space, direct contact)

At – Mahatma Gandhi was born at Porbandar in Gujarat. (least or minimum space as compared to ‘in’)

2.       On – My books are kept on the table. (at rest)

Upon – The cat jumped upon the table. (in motion)

3.       In – My toys are kept in the cupboard. (at rest)

Into – He dived into the swimming pool. (in motion)

4.       To – He ran to school. (in motion)

          At – He stands at the top of building. (at rest)

5.       Between – She was sitting between Sona and Mona. (two people/things)

Among – The chocolates were distributed among the children on Christmas. (more than two/many)

6.       Over – The aeroplane is flying over my house. (less high, in motion, limited space, numbers)

Above – The blue sky spreads above. (higher than over, stationary, not specific space, on the top of)

7.       Over – Over 10 thousand people attended the rally. (numbers)

Above –  The students performed above our expectations. (in any reference of scale/level)

8.       Under – The traveller rests under the tree. (motion/less/specific, lesser space/ distance)

Below – The precious gems are hidden below the sea. (far lower, wider/unlimited space)

9.       Along – The tired traveller was walking along the road. (with/beside something)

Across – The child swam across the river in 40 minutes. (from one side to other)

10.     Beside – The thief was sitting beside me. (by the side of)

Besides – My father gave me a bicycle besides a watch. (additionally)           

Preposition of Time

1.       In – I was born in 1991. (larger/unlimited span of time, month, year, century, age)

On – Teacher’s Day is celebrated on 5 September. (Lesser span of time, day, date)

At – You reached there at 6:30 p.m. (very specific, time)

2.       Since – I have been living in Delhi since 2009. (in context of starting point of time)

For – I have been living in Delhi for 10 years. (total duration of work)

3.       Since – I haven’t eaten anything since yesterday. (point of time in perfect tense)

From – I will join work from tomorrow. (point of time in non-perfect tense)

4.       Till – Wait here for me till I come. (within the time)

Until – Do not go until my arrival. (at the end of time)

5.       By – My father will be back by nine. (by the end of time)

Within – She has to mop this place within an hour. (before the end of time)

6.       In – I will come back in an hour. (at the end of time)

          Within – You have to reach there within 10 minutes. (before the end of time)

Preposition of Agent/Instrument

1.  With – Julius Caesar was stabbed with the daggers. (use of instrument/weapon/tool)

     By – Julius Caesar was assassinated by the conspirators. (hand of agent/person)

2.  With – He is angry with you. (person)

    At – He is angry at your behaviour. (something)

Preposition of Manner

    With – The soldiers fought with courage. (attribute)

    By – He is recognised by his way of talking. (manner)

Preposition of Reason/Purpose

1. Of – Many children died of hunger in Somalia. (reason)

    For – They sacrificed their every thing for their nation. (purpose)

2. From – I am suffering from Malaria. (disease)

    With – He was shivering with fever. (reason)

3. To – My father gifted a pretty watch to me. (direct action)

    For – My father bought a watch for me (reason/purpose)

Preposition of Contrast/Concession

    In spite of – In spite of all his efforts he failed. (contrast)

    With – With all his faults I love him. (concession)

Prepositions of Direction

   To - I am going to school. (destination)

   Towards - Tiger is coming towards us. (going in same direction)

   Through - We are passing through the forest. (crossing the medium)
   From - My mother will be coming from the office. (departing point / source)

Fixed Prepositions with certain nouns and verbs

Agree to – something / idea / statement

Agree with – person
Agree at - some point / this

Die for – someone / something / some cause

Die of – disease, reason
Die in (harness) - working

Extent to – limit  

Speed at – specific speed

Speed with – general speed

Abide by - rules

Time by – watch

Born of – parents

Born in - place

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Job Application Letter for class 12

Job Application Letter

Job application letter is written to attain job. It is written in response to some advertisement either in newspaper, magazine or employment sites.

Points to remember :

1. Follow the format of formal / official letter

2. The language should be formal and polite.

3. The matter needs to be precise and to-the point.

4. It is written in two parts – application letter and Resume (Curriculum Vitae)

5. Some reference, either any advertisement in newspaper, magazine or employment site should be mentioned.

6. While mentioning qualifications and other skills avoid bragging or being boastful.

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Marking Scheme :

Format : 1 m.      +       Content :   2m.   + Accuracy : 1 m.    Total : 4m.

Content points to be included (letter) :

1. Some reference (newspaper, advertisement)

2. Qualifications, experience, interests, training, awards, etc.

3. Your suitability to the post

4. Request for quick reply / opportunity of interaction / interview

5. Mention of enclosures – Resume, copies of certificates, mark sheets

6. Name and contact no.

Content points to be included (Resume) :

1. Personal Details (Name, Father’s name, Date of birth, Gender, Nationality, postal address, contact no., email address)

2. Qualifications starting with recent (academic and professional)

3. Work experience starting with recent

4. Awards and Trainings

5. Interests, hobbies and skills 

6. Two references

Format of Formal Letter

1       Sender’s Address

________________________    leave a line

2       Date  (15 March 2018)

________________________    leave a line

3       Address of the receiver

_________________________   leave a line

4       Subject                (short and concise)

________________________   leave a line

5       Salutation (Sir/Madam)

6       Main Body          (3-4 paragraphs)

7       Complimentary Close (Thanking you/Thank you)

_________________________   leave a line

8       Subscription       (Yours faithfully/truly)

8       Name         (name given or ABC)

9.      Contact no. (9811XXXXXX)

Advertisement Writing

Sample Letter

Q1. Draft and application for the post of an Interior Designer in Vital Solutions, New Delhi that was advertised in Hindustan Times. You are Amit/Amrita Mishra of A-145, Preet Vihar, New Delhi.

Ans.

A-145, Preet Vihar

New Delhi

16 January 2019

The HR Manager

Vital Solutions

Karol Bagh

New Delhi

Subject – Application for the post of Interior Designer

Sir/Madam

With reference to your advertisement in the Hindustan Times dated 14 January 2019 for the post of an Interior Designer in your reputed company I wish to apply for the same.

I have got 4 years’ experience as a freelancer in the capacity of an Interior Designer during which I completed various projects for homes as well as offices. I'm well versed in both Hindi and English and trained in Microsoft Office. I feel I would be able to deliver up to your expectations.  

Therefore, I would like to submit my Resume for your kind perusal. I look forward to hear from you soon for one to one interaction. 

Thank you

Yours faithfully

Amrita Mishra

Resume

Name :                  Amrita Mishra

Father’s Name :   Mr. Vineet Mishra

Date of Birth :     23 October 19XX

Gender :               Female

Marital Status :    Unmarried

Address :              A-145, Preet Vihar, New Delhi

Contact no. :        9888XXXXXX

Email         :         amrita_mishra1201@gmail.com

Qualifications:

1. PG Diploma Course, Interior Designing  2014  Delhi University  91% marks

2. B. Arch.                                                     2013 Delhi University  95% marks

Work Experience :

1. Garg Enterprises, Rohtak             2018

2. Malvika Palace, New Delhi         2017

3. Khaitan Sales, Gurgaon               2015-16

Other skills:

1. Good knowledge of Computer skills

2. Good proficiency in Hindi and English 

References:

1. Mr. A. K. Verma, Director, Garg Enterprises, Ph. 9811xxxxxx

2. Ms. Malvika Sharma, CEO, Malvika Palace, Ph. 9911xxxxxx

                 

Invitation writing

Invitation Writing skill for class 12

INVITATION

Invitation is a short message or request to invite the relatives, friends, acquaintances, officials and business relations to attend functions, events and celebrations.

Occasion : birthday, wedding, house warming, inauguration of office/shop, annual function of school, competition, etc.

Types :      1. Formal Invitation    2. Informal Invitation

Formal Invitation : 1. Card form (printed)        2. Letter form (hand written)

Marking Scheme : (for class 12 CBSE)

Format - 1

Content – 2   

Accuracy + Expression – 1   

Total – 4 marks     

(It may vary as per class and boards)          

Formal Invitation

Points to remember :

1. It is usually written in one single sentence (for card form)

2. Name of invitee is not included/important (supposed to be on envelope)

3. The matter should be centre aligned.

4. Simple present tense should be used.

5. It is written in third person, mostly in passive voice.

6. Word limit is 50 words.

7. It should be put in box.

8. In case a VIP is invited, include the name of VIP prominently.

9. Invitation to VIP to preside over the programme should not include name of VIP.

10. The matter/message should be brief and precise.

11. Important details should be included such as host, occasion, time, date, venue, etc.

12. No punctuation is put at the break of line.

13. Formal invitations are written in polite, pleasant and courteous language.

14. Use variety of fonts for name of occasion, VIP, message and details.

Format of Formal Invitation (Layout for card form)

1. Name/designation of host

2. Standard expression of invitation 

3. Name of occasion

4. Date, time and place (venue) of the occasion

5. Mention of special guest/VIP/programme (when required)

6. Mention special programme, highlights of programme or instructions if required)

7. RSVP (Réspondez s’il vous plaît)

8. Address and contact number of organiser

Examples of Standard expressions of invitation

1. seek the pleasure of your company

2. cordially invite you

3. invite your gracious presence

4. solicit your graceful presence

5. request the pleasure of your benign presence

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Samples of formal invitation (Card Form)

Q1. You are son of Mr. Swaroop Singh of Saket Vihar, New Delhi. Your sister is getting married. Draft a formal invitation on his behalf to be sent on the occasion. Invent the necessary details. Do not exceed 50 words. 

Mrs. and Mr. Swaroop Singh

solicit your gracious presence

on the occasion of

WEDDING

of their daughter

Amrita

With

Aanand

(son of Mrs. And Mr. Ashok Aggarwal)

On

Friday, 15 February 2019, 8 p.m.

At their residence

(A-123, Swaroop Bhawan, Saket Vihar, New Delhi)

RSVP

Singh family

Ph. 9811xxxx

Q2. Vatika Ethnic Handicrafts is holding Handicrafts Mela in New Delhi. Draft a formal invitation to be sent on the occasion of its inaugural ceremony inventing all the necessary details in not more than 50 words.

Vaatika Ethnic Handicrafts

seek the pleasure of your presence at the

Inaugural Ceremony  

of

Handicrafts Mela

On

Saturday, 16 February 2019, 10:30 a.m.

At

Central Park, Karol Bagh, New Delhi

Inauguration by

SH. S. K. SHARMA

(the Director of Vatika Group)

RSVP

Vatika family

9891xxxx

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Format of Formal Invitation (Layout for letter form)

Note : Follow the format of formal Letter.

1. Sender's Address 

Leave a line

2. Date

Leave a line

3. Receiver's address

Leave a line

4. Subject (Invitation for - name of occasion)

Leave a line

5. salutation

6. Content in one or two paragraphs - 

    a. message of invitation with information about the occasion

    b. Date, time and place (venue) of the occasion

    c. Mention of special guest/VIP/programme (when required)

    d. Mention special programme, highlights of programme or instructions if required)

7. Complimentary close (looking forward to hear from you soon)

8. Subscription (Yours sincerely)

9. Name of host

10. Address and contact number of host

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Samples of formal invitation (Letter Form)

Q3. You are the Director of Apex Coaching Institute, a leading name in coaching for competitive examinations including IIT-JEE. Write letters to the Principals of some prestigious schools inviting the names of two brilliant students from each school to attend their free of cost counselling session.

Apex Coaching Institute

ABC Colony, Delhi

18 November 2018

The Principal

ABC School

New Delhi

Subject : Seeking two students’ name for counselling session

Sir/Madam

Our institute is organising a free counselling session for the IIT aspirants on 28 November 2018 at 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Your school is regarded as one of the prestigious institutions of Delhi. It would be a favour if you recommend two brilliant students from your school for the session. 

Kindly send the recommendations by 25 November.

Thank you

Yours faithfully

ABC

Director, Apex Coaching Institute, New Delhi

Q4. You are the secretary of Alumni Association of Shri Krishna College, Lucknow. 25^th Alumni Meet will be held at Palace Hotel, Lucknow. Write an invitation letter to the old students of the school to attend the meet.

Shri Krishna College

Lucknow

26 February 2019

Dear Alumnus

Subject : Invitation for Alumni Meet

25^th Alumni Meet will be held on 5 March 2019 at Palace Hotel, Vivek Nagar, Lucknow. All the alumni along with their spouses are cordially invited. You are requested to assemble at 6 p.m. in the banquet hall for the get together followed by dinner. 

Kindly confirm your seats by sending Rs. 500 to the undersigned.

Thank you

Yours faithfully

ABC

Secretary, Alumni Association, Shri Krishna College

Q5. You are Siddhartha Rao, Secretary of Sports Club of DPS, Ghaziabad. Your school is organising Annual Sports Meet. Write a letter inviting Mr. Yogender Singh, boxing champion to inaugurate the Sports Meet.

Delhi Public School

Indirapuram, Ghaziabad

18 November 2018

Mr. Yogender Singh

A-123, New Colony

New Delhi

Subject : Invitation to Inauguration of Sports Meet

Sir

Our school is organising its Annual Sports Meet on 28 November 2018. You are cordially invited to inaugurate the meet at 9:30 a.m. You are a youth icon and pride of our nation. Your presence will boost the enthusiasm of the contestants. 

Kindly accept the invitation and confirm your availability by 24 November.

Thank you

Yours sincerely

Siddhartha Rao

Secretary, Sports Club 

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Informal Invitations

Points to Remember :

1. Informal invitations follow the pattern of informal letters.

2. They are written to friends, relatives, family or acquaintances.

3. They are written in first and second person of pronoun.

4. Include all the details of the occasion.

5. Style, tone are relaxed and friendly and language is polite.

6. Various tenses can be used as required.

7. Put it in a box.

Format of Informal Invitation (Layout of Informal letter)

Note : Follow the format of informal Letter.

1. Sender's Address 

Leave a line

2. Date

Leave a line

3. Salutation

4. Content in single paragraph - 

    a. message of invitation with information about the occasion

    b. Date, time and place (venue) of the occasion

    c. Mention of special guest/VIP/programme (when required)

    d. Mention special programme, highlights of programme or instructions if required)

5. Complimentary close (hopeful/looking forward to see you)

6. Subscription (Yours affectionately/lovingly/well wisher)

7. Name of host

Sample of Informal Invitation

Q6. You are Shiva, resident of 27, Urban Estate, Karnal. Write a letter inviting your friend to the house warming of your newly bought house.

27, Urban Estate

Karnal

15 September 20xx

Dear friend

There is a good news that I bought a house in a posh colony, Urban Estate in Karnal early this month. I invite you along with your family to attend the house warming at our newly bought house on 25 September 20xx at 10:30 a.m. The ceremony will be followed by lunch at 1:30 pm. 

Please attend the puja and bless our house.

Your loving friend

Shiva

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Reply to the invitation

1. Acceptance

2. Denial/refusal

Points to remember:

1. Follow the format of letter (formal or informal)

2. Follow the word limit of 50 words.

3. Be brief, specific and to the point.

4. Acknowledge the invitation and thank the host

5. Express acceptance or refusal politely.

6. State the reason in case of refusal

7. Be polite and courteous in tone and language.

Format / Layout for Formal Reply

Writer’s address

Date

Receiver's address

Subject

Salutation

Content :

    a. Acknowledge and thank for invitation (in third person)

    b. Confirm the arrival / refusal 

    c. Express pleasure to attend

    c. Specify the reason if refusal

    d. Apologise if you refuse

Complimentary close

Subscription (yours sincerely/faithfully)

Name

Designation (if required)

Sample of Reply (Acceptance)

Q7. You are Ranjan Rana. You have been invited to be the judge at an Inter School Debate Contest on 19 December 2018  by the Principal of Manohar senior secondary School, New Delhi. Write a formal reply accepting the invitation.

A-123, ABC Colony

New Delhi

15 December 2018

The Principal

Manohar Senior Secondary School

New Delhi

Subject - Acceptance of invitation

Sir/Madam

Ranjan Rana thanks the Principal of Manohar Senior Secondary School for inviting him to be the judge at Inter School Debate Contest on 19 December 2018 at 10 a.m. He is pleased to accept the kind invitation and hopes that he will be able to perform his duty to the utmost of his ability.

Best wishes

Ranjan Rana

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Sample of Reply (Refusal)

Q1. You are Prakash Mehta, a noted economist. You have been invited by King's Club in your city to speak in a seminar on latest budget on 12 March. Write a formal reply regretting for your inability to attend the seminar due to previous commitments. (50 words)

123, ABC Colony

XYZ City

5 March 20xx

The Secretary

King's Club, ABC Colony

XYZ City

Subject - Inability to attend the seminar

Sir/Madam

Prakash Mehta thanks the Secretary of King's Club for inviting him to speak on the latest budget on 12 March 20xx and feels honoured to be invited. However, he regrets the inability to attend the seminar as he is unable to do so due to previous commitment on the same day.

Thanking once again for the invitation.

Yours sincerely 

Prakash Mehta

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