DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST

ENGLISH
NOTICE
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Features

A notice is written or printed information that can be in the form of an official statement of public
importance, advance warning or notification. It can also be used for giving information to a segment of
people or people at large.

The basic purpose of a notice is to disseminate information related to various issues or occasions. It is
written in simple and formal language and is always brief and to the point. Notices are generally
displayed publicly on the notice board of an organization, welfare association, institution or local clubs.
A notice can also be given in the columns of a newspaper.

Since a notice is primarily meant to inform a large number of people, it must be clear and brief. It is
similar to a circular, but the major difference is that the circular reaches through a messenger while a
notice is displayed either on a notice board or in a newspaper column.

Format
 Content to be put in a box.

NAME OF THE ORGANIZATION (UPPERCASE)

Date NOTICE (UPPERCASE)

Heading (First Letter Capital)

Body of the notice with details- • Single paragraph

• Event/ occasion/ information to be conveyed  Third person
• Purpose • Brief and specific
• Day/ date/ time/ venue • Word limit-50
• Follow up details words

Signature
Name
Designation

 Useful Phrases:
Beginning- • It is hereby notified that…
• Students/ residents are hereby notified/ informed that…

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  This is to inform students/ residents/ employees...
Ending- • For further details contact the undersigned.

Lost and Found-Guidelines

 Article lost/found (what)
 Date, time (when lost/found)
 Place (where)
 Identification marks/ Brief description (colour, size, contents, material)
 Whom to contact, when and where
 Reward (if retrieved)

Notice (Sample):
Question: You are Bhumika Sahni, President of the Cultural Forum of your school. You are
organizing an inter-school patriotic singing competition on Republic Day. Write a notice in about
50 words, informing the students about this event.

ARMY PUBLIC SCHOOL, ROHTAK

1st January 2025 NOTICE

Inter-school Singing Competition

The Cultural Forum of the school has organized an Inter-school Patriotic Singing
Competition on the occasion of Republic Day. The programme will be held on Sunday,
26th January, 2025 in the auditorium of the school, immediately after the flag hoisting
ceremony at 8:00 a.m. The competition will be held to celebrate patriotism, showcasing
powerful performances that will honour the spirit of the nation. More than 20 schools
from the city will participate. Students interested in participating should give their names
by 10th of January to their respective class teachers. For further information, kindly
contact the undersigned.

Bhumika
Bhumika Sahni
President, Cultural Forum

Practice questions:

1. You are Rachael/Rueben, President of the Wellness Cell of your school. You decide to organize
a workshop, to raise awareness about the importance of inclusive education and the necessity to
promote inclusivity. This workshop would be conducted by the school counsellor. Write a notice
in about 50 words, informing the students of classes XI and XII about the workshop.

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2. You are the Secretary of J.P. Narain Housing Society, R.W.A., Meerut. Draft a notice in not
more than 50 words stating that the second instalment of maintenance charges is due on 31st July
2025, and requesting the members to pay before the due date. Sign as Anil/Anita.

3. You are Pranav Bhat, the President of Social Welfare Club of Ujjwal Bhavishya School. You are
moved by the condition of the destitute children near your area. You decide to uplift their lives
by raising funds that would give them a better chance at life. Draft a notice in not more than 50
words for the students of the senior school making an appeal for monetary donations or any
other assistance. You may include additional details that may be necessary for the purpose.

4. While walking in a park in your neighborhood, you found a small plastic bag containing some
documents and some cash. Write a notice in about 50 words to be put on the park notice board
asking the owner to identify and collect it from you. You are Amar/Amrita.

5. Your school is organizing a tour to visit Lord Padmanabha Temple in Thiruvananthapuram,

Kerala. All students from Class VII onwards can participate in the tour. Write a notice with all
relevant information. You are Srishti Madan, Class XII B, North Wave School, Pitampura.

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
INVITATION AND REPLY
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Invitation

An invitation is a formal or informal request asking someone to attend a specific event or occasion. It
can pertain to various occasions like birthday, engagement, marriage, anniversary, house warming,
inauguration and school function. Traditionally, invitations were distributed either as cards or letters.
However, in today's fast-paced, digitalized world, they are often sent via email or messages.

Types:

Invitations are broadly divided into two categories- Formal Invitation and Informal Invitation. Formal
Invitation can be of two types- Card Type Invitation and Formal letter Invitation.

Formal Invitation

1.Card Type Invitation

Features

 Always in third person

 Beginning – Ending: One sentence (social/ family events); Two sentences (official events)
 Centrally aligned- Hour glass shape
 Key information same line: Sequence(day-date-time-venue)

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Format

Card Type Invitation- Social Function (Sample)

Question: Mr. and Mrs. Ramesh K Sindhu are hosting the wedding ceremony of their son Vikas
taking place on, 6th November 2025, at Banquet Hall, Leela Palace Hotel, Jaisalmer.
Draft an invitation on their behalf for family and friends in 50 words.

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Card Type Invitation- Official Event(Sample)

Question: The Principal, staff, and teachers of Blue Bell High School, Delhi, are organizing the
10th Founder’s Day celebration in the school premises. Mrs. Smriti Agarwal, Honourable Textile
Minister, has consented to be the Chief Guest for the event. Draft a formal invitation on behalf of
the school.

The Principal, staff and teachers of

Blue Bell High School, Delhi

cordially invite you to their

10th Founder’s Day

on Saturday, 10th October, 2025

at 6:oo pm in the school premises.

Mrs. Smriti Agarwal

(Honourable Textile Minister)

has kindly consented to be the Chief Guest.

RSVP Guests are requested

Admin Officer to be seated by 5:45pm/
Ph No. 9540155522 Valid for two only
(any one)

2.Formal Letter Invitation

Features

 No Box
 Content- short
 Format-same as formal/ business letter
 Sender - Receiver (one designation holder to another)
 Specific purpose/role of the invitee: Chief Guest, Guest of Honour, Judge, Speaker

Format

 Sender’s Address

 Date

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 Receiver’s Address

 Salutation

 Subject

 Body

_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

 Complimentary Close
 Signature
 Designation

Formal Letter Invitation (Sample)

Question: Army Public School, Ghaziabad is celebrating its 10th Annual Day on 5th July. Draft an
invitation on behalf of the Principal of the institution, to be sent to Shri K. J. Sharma, DCP,
requesting him to be the Chief Guest.

Army Public School

Ghaziabad

20th September, 2025

Shri K. J. Sharma
DCP
Police Lines Ghaziabad

Dear Sir

Subject: Invitation for being the Chief Guest

It gives me immense pleasure to inform you that we are celebrating our school’s 10th Annual Day on 5th
July, 2025 at 5:30 pm in the School Auditorium. We shall consider it to be a great honour if you grace
the occasion as the Chief Guest, preside over the function and give away the prizes. Kindly confirm
your acceptance.

Yours faithfully
Prateek Diwan
(Principal, Army Public School)

Informal Invitation

Features

 To be drafted inside a box.

 Tone should be casual, warm and friendly, reflecting the relationship with the recipient.
 Language to be conversational without formal vocabulary or rigid structure.
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  Purpose to be stated clearly, specifying the event or occasion.
 Day, date, time and venue of the event to be specified.

Format

 Sender’s Address
(Without elaborate details like pin codes)

 Date
(E.g. - 27th November 2025).

 Salutation
(Friendly and personal, such as ‘Dear Sanju’)

 Body
_____________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________
_________________________________________________

 Complimentary Close
(‘Yours lovingly’-for elders and individuals of same age, ‘Yours
affectionately’-for juniors)
 Signature
(Only name)

Informal Invitation (Sample)

Question: Sonam wants to invite her friend Akriti to her sister Ananya’s 10th birthday
celebration to be held at Lotus Hall, Hotel Leela Palace, Bangalore. Draft an invitation in not
more than 50 words inviting Akriti and her family for the event. Invent necessary details.
MG Road
Chennai

14th August 2025

Dear Akriti
You will be pleased to know that my sister Ananya is going to be 10 years old soon.
On the occasion of her birthday, we have arranged a party for friends and family.
Please come with your family on Tuesday, 9th September 2025 at 6:00 pm in Lotus
Hall, Hotel Leela Palace, Bangalore. It will be an evening steeped in music, dance,
fun and frolic. Looking forward to spending a memorable evening with you all.

Yours lovingly
Sonam

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 Reply to Invitation

Types of Reply

Parts of a Reply

Acceptance

1. Acknowledging the invitation, mentioning the occasion, organizer, day, date, time and venue
2. Accepting the invitation (to be clearly stated)
3. Mentioning the ‘action’ or ‘role’ to be played

Denial

1. Acknowledging the invitation, mentioning the occasion, organizer, day, date, time and venue
2. Declining the invitation (to be clearly stated)
3. Mentioning the reason for declining
4. Conveying wishes

Formal Reply to Invitation

Features

 No Box
 Content- short
 Format-same as formal/ business letter
 Sender - Receiver (one designation holder to another)
 Specific purpose/role of the invitee: Chief Guest, Guest of Honour, Judge, Speaker

Format

 Sender’s Address

 Date

 Receiver’s Address

 Salutation

 Subject

 Body
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 _________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

 Complimentary Close
 Signature
 Designation

Formal Reply to Invitation (Sample)

Question: You are Dr. Prateek Diwan, Dean of Shri Shikshayatan College, Bangalore. You have
received an invitation from The Principal, Sunshine Public School, to deliver a lecture on the topic
‘The Benefits of Reading’ and release a book at the Annual Reader's Symposium to be held in
their school. Draft a suitable response for the invite.

Acceptance of Invitation

HSR Layout
Bangalore

20th September, 2025

The Principal
Sunshine Public School
M G Road
Bangalore

Dear Sir
Subject: Acceptance of invitation for Annual Reader’s Symposium

I am immensely pleased to receive the invitation to address the students of Sunshine Public School
on the topic ‘The Benefits of Reading’ and release the book, 'The Mysterious Man' written by
Anmol Sharma at the Annual Reader's Symposium to be held on 6th September, 2025, 5:00 pm
onwards at the school auditorium. I will definitely be present at the event, preside over the function
and deliver the speech as the keynote speaker.

Yours faithfully
Dr. Prateek Diwan
(Dean, Shri Shikshayatan College)

Denial of Invitation

HSR Layout
Bangalore

20th September, 2025

The Principal
Sunshine Public School
M G Road
Bangalore
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Dear Sir

Subject: Inability to attend Annual Reader’s Symposium

I am immensely pleased to receive the invitation to address the students of Sunshine Public school
on the topic ‘The Benefits of Reading’ and release the book, 'The Mysterious Man' written by
Anmol Sharma at the Annual Reader's Symposium to be held on 6th September, 2025, 5:00 pm
onwards at the school auditorium. However, I regret my inability to attend the event due to a prior
engagement. I convey my best wishes to the organisers for such commendable initiatives.

Yours faithfully
Dr. Prateek Diwan
(Dean, Shri Shikshayatan College)

Informal Reply to Invitation

Features

 To be drafted inside a box.

 Tone should be casual, warm and friendly, reflecting the relationship with the recipient.
 Language to be conversational without formal vocabulary or rigid structure.
 Purpose to be stated clearly, specifying the event or occasion.
 Day, date, time and venue of the event to be specified.
 Specific rules for framing replies while accepting or denying the invitation to be followed.

Format

 Sender’s Address
(Without elaborate details like pin codes)

 Date
(E.g. - 27th November 2025).

 Salutation
(Friendly and personal, such as ‘Dear Sanju’)

 Body
______________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
__________________________________________________
______________________________________________

 Complimentary Close
(‘Yours lovingly’-for elders and individuals of same age, ‘Yours
affectionately’-for juniors)

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Informal Reply to Invitation(Sample)

Question: Arnav has sent an invitation to his friend Prateek for his sister Ananya’s 10th birthday
celebration. As Prateek, draft a reply for the same. Invent necessary details.

Acceptance of Invitation

HSR Layout
Bangalore

20th September, 2025

Dear Arnav

I am immensely pleased to receive the invitation for Ananya's 10th birthday to be

organized on 8th October, 2024 at 7:00 pm in the Community Hall of Hotel Leela
Palace. It is indeed a big milestone. I will certainly join with my family to bless
her.

Yours lovingly
Prateek

Denial of Invitation

HSR Layout
Bangalore

20th September, 2025

Dear Arnav

I am immensely pleased to receive the invitation for Ananya's 10 th birthday to be

organized on 8th October, 2025 at 7:00 pm in the Community Hall of Hotel Leela
Palace. I would have loved to join you on this special occasion but I truly regret my
inability to be present at the function due to some family emergency. Please convey
my best wishes to Ananya.

Yours lovingly
Prateek

Practice questions
1. You are Shubham Gupta. You have bought a new flat. You are organizing a house warming
ceremony next week. Design an invitation to be sent to your friends and relatives in not more
than 50 words.

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2. You are Vivek/Vidushi. Your friend Hardik has invited you to celebrate Christmas at his home.
Draft a reply, in about 50 words declining his invitation.

3. Write an informal invitation to your friend inviting her to the golden jubilee celebrations of your
parent’s marriage anniversary in not more than 50 words.

4. As the Principal of a reputed college, you have been invited to inaugurate the Annual Book
Exhibition of Model Public School. Draft a reply to the invitation in not more than 50 words,
expressing your inability to attend the function. You are Tarun/ Tanvi Khanna.

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5. On 30 November your school is going to organize its Annual Sports Day. You have selected Mr.
Rahul Dravid, to be the Chief Guest and give away the prizes to the budding sportspersons of the
school. Write a formal invitation in about 50 words requesting him to grace the occasion. You are
Karuna/ Karan, Sports Secretary, Sunrise Global School, Agra.

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
LETTER TO THE EDITOR
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

A letter to the editor is a formal mode of correspondence through which a pertinent issue is brought
to the notice of the editor by a concerned individual. Issues are brought to the notice of the editor so that
public awareness can be generated and problems can be resolved by forming concrete solutions. These
letters are also written to express appreciation for some novel ventures or generic changes.

Points to keep in mind:

 Format - left alignment

 Use formal language only
 Brief and to-the-point
 Word limit: 120-150 words.
 Advocating for a cause/ addressing a concern- tone should be compelling, assertive yet
respectful, polite

Format

Sender’s Address
House no.
Area, Street
City, Pin code

Date –Expanded form (E.g.: 9th June 2025)

Receiver’s Designation
Name of the Newspaper
Receiver’s Address
City, Pin code

Salutation (Dear Sir)

Subject – [Should be in 6 to 8 words]

Body- 3 paragraphs

 Introduction – 1st Paragraph (2 to 3 sentences): Stating the problem

 Elaboration of the Issue -2nd Paragraph (8 to 10 sentences):

 Nature of the problem
 Reasons
 Consequences/Effects
 Suggestions/ Remedies/ Solutions
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  Conclusion – 3rd Paragraph (2 to 3 sentences): Summing up

Complimentary Close (Yours truly)

Signature
Name
Designation [if any]

Useful Phrases:
Suggested starting lines:

 Through the columns of your esteemed newspaper, I would like to highlight / I would like to
express my elation / I would like to draw the attention to a persistent menace.......

 I wish to draw the kind attention of the concerned authorities through the columns of your
esteemed newspaper towards …………
Suggested ending line:

 I would request you to print this letter in your esteemed daily to make the concerned
authorities………

Letter to the Editor (Sample):

Question: You are Neeraj/ Neha of 25C Patel Nagar, New Delhi. Write a letter to the editor of a
national daily about the increasing number of road accidents due to rash driving.

25C Patel Nagar

Meera Road
New Delhi- 101301

9th April, 2025

The Editor
The Times of India
76, M G Road
New Delhi- 101304

Sir

Subject: Frequent road accidents due to rash driving

Through the columns of your esteemed daily, I wish to draw your attention towards the increasing
number of road accidents.

The survey report by your newspaper shows that the craze for speed, especially among the young
generation, is responsible for the increasing number of deaths in road accidents. The caution boards like
‘Speed Thrills but Kills’ and ‘Better Late than Never’ are unable to diminish the fascination for speed
among youth. They lack a sense of responsibility and discipline which are mandatory for a driver. In
such accidents many lose their lives adding woes to their family. There is an added danger to the
pedestrians and other drivers. It is essential for parents to be vigilant and restrain their children from
driving if they are underage. The police should strictly implement traffic rules. Heavy fines must be
imposed on the defaulters in cases such as driving without a license, being underage, over-speeding,

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riding without a helmet etc. It is the responsibility of the family, society and authorities to join hands to
curb the situation.

I hope my letter would get enough space in your newspaper so that the concerned authorities and other
stakeholders are made aware of the issue. I do believe that the menace of rash driving can be diminished
with vigilance and discipline.

Yours truly
Neeraj

Practice questions
1. You are Shubha/Krushna Mohanty, residing in Subhadra Apartments, Bhubaneswar, Orissa.
You have observed, with increasing concern that garbage collection continues to be done
without segregation in your neighbourhood. Write a letter to the editor of The Real Times,
Bhubaneswar, in about 120- 150 words, explaining your concern along with the rationale
behind the importance of garbage segregation.

2. You are Rani /Krishna Chandra Mukherjee, residing in Sobha Apartments, Bangalore, Karnataka.
You have observed that along with the entire nation, this city in particular encounters the problem
of ‘Brain Drain’ immensely. Write a letter to the editor of The Pioneer, Bangalore, in about120-
150 words, explaining your concern and measures to be adopted to control this national issue
effectively.

3. You are Meera Ranjan staying in Ashok Nagar, Delhi. A chemical factory is coming up in your
locality. Write a letter to the editor expressing your views on the disadvantages of having a
chemical plant in a residential area. (Word limit: 120-150)

4. Write a letter to the Editor of The Delhi News, discussing the benefits of online coaching that has
become a trend in the modern world. You are Rishab/ Resham, BH 123, Temple Road, Raipur.
(Why is online tutoring the need of the hour– what are the disadvantages of traditional tutoring–
advantages of online tutoring) (Word limit: 120-150)

5. Recently you happened to attend a seminar on the catastrophic environment degradation due to the
so-called misconception, ‘development.’ You believe that tall buildings and superhighways do not
mean development as long as they do not leave room for more green spaces and fresh air for the
generations to come. Write a letter to the Editor of The Hindustan Times expressing your concerns
regarding the same and suggesting remedies. You are Smith/Dorothy of Kanpur. (Word limit:
120-150)

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
JOB APPLICATION
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Employment or job application is a letter written for getting a job. It is the primary means of introducing
the job seeker to the employer. Through the job application, the job seeker offers his or her labour and
service. Therefore, the application for employment acts as a personal advertisement. Job application
contains an appeal for the job along with the job seeker’s personal data like name, address, qualification,
and experience.

A job application consists of two parts:

Cover letter (appeal) and the Bio-data/ Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Cover Letter
A cover letter follows a format similar to the formal letter. It has a sender’s address, receiver’s address,
date, subject, three paragraphs of content and a complimentary close.

Points to remember:
 All addresses always include a pin code
 In the salutation, you either write “Dear Sir” or “Dear Madam” but not both
 In a formal letter, “Madam” is preferred to “Ma’am”
 The salutation is always in the title case, that is, where the first letter of each word is
capitalized with the rest in lower case. Example- Dear Sir (Correct) | Dear sir (Incorrect)

Bio-Data
Your bio-data is a list of information that describes yourself to an employer. It is divided into six parts:
 Personal Details
 Qualifications
 Achievements
 Skills
 Experience
 References

Format for Cover Letter

<Sender’s Address>

<Date>

<Receiver's Address>

<Salutation>

<Subject>

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<Paragraph 1> (Mention the source of information on the job posting which is, where you got to know
about the job, along with date and day. Also mention the post you are applying for.)

<Paragraph 2> (Request to refer to the bio data for your suitability for the post applied. Mention your
availability for the interview.)

<Paragraph 3> (In this part of the body, you are supposed to make a reference to the photograph,
Biodata or Curriculum Vitae and other detailed documents that you have enclosed. You can also appeal
for a one-on-one interview. End the body on a promising note, e.g., Looking forward to your positive
response.

<Complimentary Close> Yours faithfully

Signature
Name

<Enclosure>
 Biodata
 References
 Testimonials

Format for Biodata

Personal Details
Name-
Father’s Name-
Date of birth (in expanded form)-
Nationality-
Gender-
Address-
Contact Number-
Email ID-

Educational Qualifications- (Should be in a table - to be written from latest to oldest)

NAME OF THE NAME OF THE NAME OF THE YEAR OF MARKS
EXAMINATION BOARD/ INSTITUTION PASSING OBTAINED
UNIVERSITY

Achievements-

Skills-

Work Experience (to be written from latest to oldest with duration)-

References (Details of 2 referrers- name, designation, organization, contact)-

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SAMPLE:

Question: You are Varun Dhawan/Nimmi Dhar from B – 94 Fort Road, New Delhi. You have
read the advertisement in ‘The Hindu’ on 20th November, 2025 which is given below. You are
qualified for the job. Write an application in 120 – 150 words along with resume.

India Chemical Industries, Delhi

Requires
Business Development Manager
Qualification: MBA
Experience: Minimum 4 years
Job requirement: Creating and developing new business opportunities
Acting as a liaison between the company and existing clients
Salary: Best in the industry
Apply to: Managing Director, ICI, B – 12 Barakhamba Road, New Delhi

Answer:

#B-94
Fort Road
New Delhi-110098

22nd November, 2025

The Managing Director

India Chemical Industries
B-12 Barakhamba Road
New Delhi-100101

Dear Sir

Subject: Application for the post of Business Development Manager

With reference to your advertisement in ‘The Hindu’ dated 20 th November, 2025 inviting applications
for the position of Business Development Manager, I hereby offer my candidature for the same.

As regards to my qualification and experience, I am hereby enclosing my biodata to enable you to make
an assessment of my suitability for the given post. In case my application is considered, I am available
for the interview at any time convenient to you. If selected, I assure you that I shall work with utmost
dedication and sincerity to your full satisfaction.

I am hoping to receive a favourable response and looking forward to building a career with you.

Yours faithfully
Varun Dhawan

Enclosure: Biodata and Testimonials

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 BIODATA
Name- Varun Dhawan
Father’s Name- PS Dhawan
Date of Birth- 10/04/1974
Nationality- Indian
Gender- Male
Address- B- 94 Fort Road, New Delhi - 110998
Contact Number- 98700XXXXX
Email ID- [email protected]

Educational Qualifications-
NAME OF THE NAME OF THE NAME OF THE YEAR OF MARKS
EXAMINATION BOARD/ INSTITUTION PASSING OBTAINED
UNIVERSITY

MBA Amity University Amity School of 2000 70%

Management

B.COM (Hons) Delhi University Ramjas College 1997 70%

SSCE CBSE ABC Public 1993 80%

School

SCE CBSE ABC Public 1991 90%

School

Achievements-
1. State level badminton champion
2. Diploma in fresco painting and murals

Skills-
1. Computer Knowledge- Java, C++, Python
2. Language Proficiency- English, Hindi, German

Work Experience-
1. Presently working as a business development manager with Tata Motors since last two years
2. Worked as an assistant manager with Renault India from 2010 to 2021

References-
1. Name: Mr. P Sharma, Designation: Director, Institution: Tata Motors,
Email ID- [email protected]

2. Name: Mr. B Arora, Designation: Vice President, Institution: Renault India,

Email ID- b_arora56@ renaultindia.com

Practice questions
1. You are Mahesh Kumar, currently employed at Param Retails Pvt. Ltd. in Pune. You saw the
following advertisement in the newspaper and wish to apply for the same. Write a letter to
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 Mani Agro Chem Pvt. Ltd. along with your bio-data, expressing your interest in the situation
vacant.

2. You are Kamala/ Rajan. You have seen an advertisement for the post of an English teacher
in Rani Public School, Kolkata. Write a letter in 120-150 words in response to the
advertisement applying for the post. Give your detailed resume.

3. You are Anand/Arti of 14, Model Town, Delhi. You have seen an advertisement in The
Hindu for the post of Chief Chef in a 5-Star Hotel. Apply for the job with complete resume.
Write the application in 120-150 words.

4. You are Prem/Parul of 16, TT Nagar, Bhopal. You would like to apply for the post of
Marketing Manager in a reputed firm in Mumbai. Write a letter to the Public Relations Officer,
Chantech Enterprises, Mumbai, applying for the job. Write the letter in 120-150 words along
with your resume.

5. Read the advertisement given below and write a letter applying for the job. Also draft a
resume to be sent with the letter. Your address is Pinnacle Apt., Sec-4, Dwarka, New Delhi.

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
ARTICLE
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

An article is an expression of one’s thought on an issue or a subject logically and coherently written in
meaningful paragraphs. It needs creativity, admirable vocabulary, sound knowledge of the subject and
skill to organize ideas.

Guidelines

 The article should be written preferably in third person.

 All the paragraphs should be connected to each other.
 One particular idea should be coherently developed in each paragraph.
 Passive voice, humour, emotive language, relevant quotations and analogies to be used to
provide a specific effect.
 Questions/ rhetorical questions to be avoided.
 Focus should be on originality of ideas.
 Word Limit: 120-150 words
 Marks: 5 Marks
Format (title, writer’s name, three paragraphs)
Content (logical organization, relevance)
Expression (Accuracy + Fluency)

FORMAT

TITLE - Give a title that catches the attention of the reader. First letter of each word should be capitalized.
(except preposition, conjunction and article) The heading should be catchy and in not more than 5-6 words. It
should also encapsulate the theme. You can be as creative as you want with this one; just make sure you do not
devote too much time on it.

BYLINE- It refers to the name of the person writing the article. It is generally given in the question. If
not given, then write a made-up name. Do not write your personal details.

BODY- It is the main part of your writing piece. It generally consists of 3-4 paragraphs.

PARAGRAPH 1:

 It is always prescribed that you begin with a short introduction of the topic; its meaning to be
precise. Briefly tell what the article is about, giving some quotations or startling facts to
arouse the interest of the readers.
 Begin with a striking opening sentence which addresses the readers and gets them interested
in the topic.

PARAGRAPH 2 or PARAGRAPH 2&3: This part can be written in either one or two paragraphs. You are
required to do a complete analysis of the subject matter in question. It may include-

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  TYPES - In how many different categories does it fall into? You are required to mention
the various possible types (if it exists).

 CURRENT SCENARIO - You need to explain the current situation, the concerns (if any)
and whether after any corrective actions, betterment in the situation has been observed or
not.

 ADVANTAGES/ DISADVANTAGES - It may include advantages/ disadvantages

depending upon the topic in question.

 Present a strong argument for your ideas supporting it with evidence or

elaboration.
 Use linking words (‘however’, ‘therefore’, ‘although’, ‘even though’, ‘in
order to’) to make the composition appear as a whole.
 Introduce a new point at the beginning of each paragraph that follows to
strengthen your ideas.

 CAUSE AND EFFECT RELATIONSHIP- Develop the cause-and-effect relationship

by supporting it with facts or data. You may also write the consequences.

 Any other relevant and related information to be added.

 Develop your ideas as much as you can to make them interesting and substantial.

PARAGRAPH 3 or PARAGRAPH 4: It is the concluding paragraph. It is important to conclude what

you’ve started. Never leave an article open-ended. Now, it is to be remembered that wherever you
elaborate a problem, you always have to mention the steps being taken to improvise the situation and
suggest a few solutions as well. Predictions and personal perspectives may be included. This paragraph
needs to be short and precise. You may add some quotes.

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Article (Sample)

‘The Hindu’ is organizing a creative writing competition on the topic "Importance of Newspapers
in Modern Life". Write an article for the competition in not more than 150 words. You are
Bhawna of XII C of Kendriya Vidyalaya A.G.C.R. Colony, Delhi.

Importance of Newspapers in Modern Life

-by Bhawna

A newspaper has been defined as any printed mail that contains news for the public. Every newspaper
tries to establish its identity and win the loyalty of its readers through the presentation of its material in
the shape of stories, cartoons, pictures and words.

It is through the newspapers, the policies and actions of the government are conveyed to the people and
in turn people give opinion or criticise them. In this way, newspapers form a chain of actions and
reactions. In a democracy, the role of press is of great importance as it makes the public aware about
important political issues. They play a positive and constructive role. The newspapers have a noble
mission of enlightening people, broadening their views and discouraging communal trends. The
newspaper can make and break governments. However, certain newspapers indulge in sub-standard
journalism and exploit vulnerable readers. In reality, the newspaper is the watchdog of human rights,
whom we call the fourth pillar in the age of democracy. It is the pioneer of the underdog and the
downtrodden.

It is one of the strongest building blocks of a free nation. If we analyse the word 'news' we get N.E.W.
and S. Here 'N' stands for the North, 'E' stands for the East, 'W' stands for the West and 'S' stands for the
south. In this way, the newspaper covers all the important events and the incidents happening around the
four directions of the world.

Practice questions
1. As compared to the older generation the youth of today are greatly inclined to pursue adventurous
activities either for money or for fun. There is a craze for joining reality shows, rafting, rock
climbing, mountaineering etc. Write an article in 120-150 words on which life you would prefer—
safe or adventurous.

2. India is a paradise for tourists and there are multitudes of exotic tourist destinations. But most of the
destinations have not yet been explored and promoted to their optimum level. Write an article in
about 120-150 words on ‘Tourism in India’. You are Ravi/ Rani.

3. You are Raman/Ruchika. Write an article in about 120-150 words for your school magazine on the
topic ‘Life without Gadgets and Gizmos’.

4. Strengthening economy, boom in infrastructure, teeming employment opportunities, improving

health sector, nuclear power, strong defence- all these summarize the status of India as a potential
global super power. Write an article expressing your views on ‘India’s Position as a Super Power’ in
about 120-150 words.

5. Pizzas, burgers, noodles, French fries, potato chips fall under the category of hazardous fast food
which along with soft drinks result in health hazards like obesity, hypertension, higher cholesterol
levels, risk of heart attack, and diabetes even amongst children. It is not an occasional intake but the
binge of fast food that is harmful. Write an article on the harmful effects of fast food and the need of
introducing healthy and nutritious food in daily diet.
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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
REPORT
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

A report is a brief account of an event/ incident that has already taken place. It attempts to present the
first-hand information of the occurrence with utmost objectivity and clarity, avoiding personal bias or
opinions. A well-structured report includes essential details such as what happened, when, where, and
how, supported by relevant data or evidence. It often follows a formal tone and a logical sequence to
ensure readability and precision.

Reports are broadly divided into two types:

1. Newspaper Reports
2. School Magazine Reports

Features
 Presentation of all necessary and specific information with clarity
 Objectivity maintained while describing the event/incident
 Use of Past Tense, Third Person, Indirect Speech
 Ornamental language avoided
 Content should include answers to the 5‘wh’ questions-what, when, where, who, how
 Adherence to word limit: 120-150 words.

Format
 Heading
 Byline:
 Body
 Paragraph 1: Addressing all the specific details
 Paragraph 2: Description
 Paragraph 3: Conclusion-One extract from a speech of Chief Guest/ comment of
participant/ account of eye witness etc.
Summing up

Report- School Magazine

Format

Heading
-byline {(Name) of the draftee if provided in
question; (Student Correspondent/ Reporter) if
name of the draftee not provided in question}

Paragraph 1- Introduction: 1st line-Summing up the event (what/when/where/who/how) e.g. The 10th
Annual Day of DPSBE was celebrated on Thursday, 21st August, 2025, at the main auditorium by
students and staff with great fervour and gusto.
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Paragraph 2-Order of events: Description (in chronological sequence)
 Arrival of the Chief Guest
 Venue decoration
 Inauguration
 Welcome address
 Cultural events
 Speech-Chief Guest
 Prize distribution/Felicitation
 Vote of Thanks
 National Anthem
 Dispersal
Paragraph 3: Conclusion: 2 sentences
 1st- an extract from the Chief Guest’s speech; Principal’s speech; comment by
students/participants/parents (‘The Chief Guest observed that…’)
 2nd-overview of the event/suggestion/observation

SAMPLE REPORT

Question: New Horizon School celebrated their Graduation Day on 20th December, 2024.
Sri. Rahul Anand, Honourable Founder and Chairman, Birla Education Trust was the Chief
Guest. Write a report for the school magazine on the event. Invent necessary details.

Graduation Day Ceremony

-by Student Reporter

New Horizon School celebrated Graduation Day for the students of Grade XII of 2024-25 batch, on the
evening of 20th December, 2024 at the school lawn with utmost pomp and gaiety. Sri. Rahul Anand,
Honourable Founder and Chairman, Birla Education Trust, graced the auspicious occasion with his
presence as the Chief Guest.

The evening’s proceedings started with the arrival of the eminent dignitaries who lighted the auspicious
lamp for the ceremony. It had been a treat to the eye when the graduates of the current batch entered the
ornate arena in their designated attire for the evening accompanied by their respective class teachers.
Mrs. Manika Sen, Principal, delivered the welcome address, in which she highlighted the significance of
the occasion and shared her insightful thoughts. Her speech was followed by the official transference of
the school flag from the school Head Boy and Head Girl to school Vice Head Boy and Vice Head Girl.
Certificates of Merit were then awarded to the achievers of the school. Students of Grade XI beautifully
depicted the school life through a dance performance. Candles of Knowledge were distributed amongst
the graduates and they joined Mrs. Ambica Prasad, Vice Principal, to enunciate the vows of uprightness.
Finally, the Head Boy of the School, Dhruv Sharma, conveyed the Vote of Thanks. It was followed by
the recital of the National Anthem.

“It is one of the most organized shows I have ever watched,” were the words of a parent who was a part
of the audience. Overall, the event was a great success and the stupendous team work of students,
teachers and the staff members of the school paid off.

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Report- Newspaper

Categories/ Content

Accidents Natural Calamities Public Events

• Details of accident site • Order of events
• Cause • Sequence to be maintained
• Losses-life and property
• Rescue and relief operations
• Police action
• Damage control
• Government compensation in cash and kind

FORMAT

Heading
-byline {(Name) of the draftee if provided in
question; (Staff Correspondent/ Reporter) if
name of the draftee not provided in question}

Paragraph 1: Introduction

 Place, Date e.g. Bangalore City, 5th September

 what/when/where/who/how …e.g. ‘Passengers bound for Jaipur from Bangalore airport, on board
Star Airlines had a miraculous escape when the flight developed a snag, minutes before landing.’

Paragraph 2: Description (sequence to be maintained)-provide details depending on the nature of the

report

Paragraph 3: Conclusion: 2 sentences

 Quote: Opinions of experts/witnesses; Significant remarks by experts/authorities/ officials; Views

of people
 Measures taken to prevent future incidents, ensure better preparedness

Report (Sample)
Question: There was a fire in the Amritsar-bound Frontier Mail in May 15th. Write a newspaper
report on the incident in 120-150 words. You are Harpreet K. Dang. The staff reporter of
Amritsar Express.

Fire in Frontier Mail Claims 42 Lives

-by Harpreet K. Dang

Ludhiana, May 15: When Naveen Chandra (21) boarded the Frontier Mail at Ludhiana Station today,
little did he know that he would be never make it to his destination along with more than 40 others as
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they died in a bizarre fire accident on board the Amritsar bound Frontier Mail (Golden Temple Express)
near Laddowal Railway Station.

According to preliminary reports and eye-witness accounts, the fire started with the bursting of a stove
in the S-5 coach of the train and soon it spread to two other coaches. By the time emergency brakes
brought the train to a screaming halt, the raging inferno had claimed more than 40 lives, all victims of
burns, suffocation, trauma and trampling. Local villagers, railway men and fire tenders from Ludhiana,
Phillaur, Phagwara and Jalandhar were busy bringing the fire under control. Meanwhile, more than 250
injured men, women and children were admitted to DMC and CMC, Ludhiana. An enquiry counter with
phone number 0161-2222222 has been established at Ludhiana Railway Station. Mr. C.K. Hasija, the
Divisional Commissioner, Railway Safety said that an enquiry has been ordered to ascertain the cause of
the fire. The next of kin of the dead will be given Rs. One Lakh each as compensation while each
injured person will get Rs. 10,000, he said. 10 women and 5 children are among those dead. More
details were awaited when the report was filed.

"It was heartbreaking to witness such a tragic incident, but the prompt response of the authorities and
locals was truly commendable," were the words of a bystander. To avoid such accidents in trains, it is
important not to carry inflammable articles and remain vigilant at all times.

Practice questions

1. ‘The Global Book Fair’, which lasted for a month at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi was a haven for
the readers. Draft a report for the newspaper highlighting the various features of the event in
about120 -150 words. You are Randhir/ Radha, correspondent of ‘The Hindu’.

2. The Cultural Society of Sunshine Public School, Nellore organized an Adult Literacy Drive in the
neighbourhood. Write a report in 120-150 words on the event for your school newsletter. You are
Sunitha, Secretary of the Cultural Society.

3. Look at the input given below.

As a member of the NSS team you visited the flood relief camps. Using the above input, write a report
in 120-150 words for newspaper.

4. Your school organized Van Mahotsav Day recently. Write a report to be published in the school
magazine in about 120-150 words. You are Srishti from Delhi Public School, Ahmedabad.

5. You are Mohit. You had gone to watch the Bangalore Air Show last week and happened to witness
two Sukhoi planes hit accidentally and crash down. You decide to write a detailed report for your
school magazine in about 120-150 words.

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
MY MOTHER AT SIXTY-SIX- KAMALA DAS
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________
Assonance:

 Use of vowel sound ‘o’, ’a’, ‘e’ (doze, open mouthed, her face ashen like that of a corpse)

Simile:

 her face ashen like that of a corpse

 as a late winter’s moon

Personification:

 Young Trees sprinting…

Imagery:

 doze, open mouthed, her face ashen like that of a corpse

 Young Trees sprinting
 merry children spilling
 late winter’s moon

Repetition:

 all I did was smile and smile and smile......

Metaphor:

 …the merry children spilling/out of their homes

Transferred Epithet:

 familiar ache

Tautology:

 wan, pale

Ellipsis:

 smile…… (plural: ellipses). The term ellipsis comes from the Greek word meaning “omission,”
and that's just what an ellipsis does—it shows that something has been left out. When you're
quoting someone, you can use an ellipsis to show that you've omitted some of their words.
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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
KEEPING QUIET- PABLO NERUDA
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Pun: arms- human hand symbolizing work; ammunitions

Synecdoche: … and not move our arms so much.

arms- all the activities of the human beings

Anaphora: (Anaphora is a figure of speech in which words repeat at the beginning of successive clauses,
phrases, or sentences.)

 without rush, without engines

 let’s not speak….
let’s stop…
 wars with gas, wars with fire

Alliteration:

 we will, sudden strangeness, stop for one second, his hurt hands, clean clothes, We would, Wars
with

Symbolism:

 count to twelve, fisherman, harm whales, man gathering salt, salt, hurt hands, green wars,
wars with gas, clean clothes, shade, brothers, Earth

Personification:

 Earth can teach us…

Metaphor:

 would put…in the shade

Enjambment:( It is the continuation of a sentence to the next line/stanza. In the poem, many sentences
continue to multiple lines.)

 “For once on the face of the Earth

let’s not speak in any language,
let’s stop for one second,
and not move our arms so much.”
(most of the sentences)

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Irony:

 victory with no survivors

Repetition:

 green wars/ wars with gas; wars with fire

Euphemism: (an indirect word or expression that you use instead of a more direct one when you are
talking about something that is unpleasant or embarrassing)

 No truck with death

 If we are…ourselves with death

Antithesis:
 as when everything seems dead
and later proves to be alive.

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
A THING OF BEAUTY –JOHN KEATS

DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Metaphor:

 but will keep/ A bower quiet for us

 are we wreathing/ A flowery band to bind us to the earth,
 Some shape of beauty moves away the pall/ From our dark spirits
 An endless fountain of immortal drink, / Pouring unto us from the heaven’s brink

Imagery-

 A bower quiet for us

 are we wreathing A flowery band to bind us to the earth,
 Some shape of beauty moves away the pall/ From our dark spirits.
 Trees old, and young, sprouting a shady boon/ For simple sheep;
 and such are daffodils/ With the green world they live in
 and clear rills/ That for themselves a cooling covert make/ ‘Gainst the hot season
 the mid forest brake, / Rich with a sprinkling of fair musk-rose blooms;
 An endless fountain of immortal drink, / Pouring unto us from the heaven’s brink.

Alliteration:

 band to bind
 noble natures
 Such the sun
 cooling covert
 have heard

Pun:

 Spite - in spite of/ malice

Transferred Epithet:

 gloomy days
 shady boon
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  inhuman dearth

Anaphora:

 of the inhuman dearth/ Of noble natures, of the gloomy days,/ Of all the unhealthy and o’er-
darkened ways

Anastrophe (Inversion):

 are we wreathing/ A flowery band to bind us to the earth

Personification:

 Some shape of beauty moves away the pall/ From our dark spirits
 and such are daffodils/ With the green world they live in
 and clear rills/ That for themselves a cooling covert make/ ‘Gainst the hot season

Symbol:

 simple sheep

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
A ROADSIDE STAND-ROBERT FROST
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Metaphor

 flower of the cities

 trusting sorrow

Alliteration

 pathetically pled
 Offered for sale wild berries in wooden quarts, Or crook-necked golden squash with silver warts
 party in power
 greedy good doers
 beneficent beasts of prey
 squeal of brakes, the sound of a stopping car
 gallon of gas

Oxymoron

 greedy good-doers
 beneficent beasts of prey.

Personification

 A roadside stand that too pathetically pled

 Selfish cars
 beauty rest in a beautiful mountain scene,
 sadness that lurks near the open window

Transferred Epithet:

 trusting sorrow
 polished traffic
 selfish cars

Irony:

 And by teaching them how to sleep they sleep all day

Pun:

 beauty rest in a beautiful mountain scene- The two relatable meanings of ‘rest’ here are:

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 - ‘Rest’ of the surrounding area which also includes the mountains is beautiful except the ill-
constructed roadside stand.

-Beauty is resting or lying dormant in the roadside stand. It is not a pleasant sight for human
eyes. Rest of the surrounding area is beautiful.

Anaphora:

 And another to ask the way to where it was bound;

And another to ask could they sell it a gallon of gas

 Or crook-necked golden squash with silver warts,

Or beauty rest in a beautiful mountain scene

Repetition:

 N turned wrong and S turned wrong

 No, in country money, the country scale of gain,

Synecdoche:

 the voice of the country seems to complain

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 DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL BANGALORE EAST
ENGLISH
AUNT JENNIFER’S TIGERS- ADRIENNE RICH
DATE: ___________ TEACHER’S SIGNATURE ___________

Alliteration:

 sleek …certainty
 fingers fluttering
 prancing, proud

Imagery:

 Aunt Jennifer’s tigers… sleek chivalric certainty.

 Aunt Jennifer’s fingers…hard to pull.
 The massive weight…Aunt Jennifer’s hand.

Irony:

 Find even the ivory needle hard to pull.

 The massive weight of Uncle’s wedding band

Pun:

 Lie- resorting to falsehood, the posture of lying

 Still- even now, passive
 Ringed-surrounded by, wearing the ring on the finger

Transferred Epithet:

 terrified hands

Anaphora:

 They do not fear the men beneath the tree;

They pace in sleek chivalric certainty.

Personification:

 ordeals she was mastered by

Symbol:

 ‘men’- members of the patriarchy/oppressor

 Tigers- pride, courage, elegance, confidence/ unfulfilled dreams of aunt
 Ring-institution of marriage, periphery of a married life
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 Uncle-male chauvinism
 Aunt- victim of oppression

Hyperbole-
 The massive weight of Uncle’s wedding band/ Sits heavily upon Aunt Jennifer’s hand.
 When Aunt is dead, her terrified hands will lie/Still ringed with ordeals she was mastered by.

Assonance:
 fear the men beneath the tree (repetition of ‘e’ sound)

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