DELHI PUBLIC SCHOOL, GREATER NOIDA

SESSION 2021-’22
CLASS VIII

Cycle 2: Topic: Diary Entry

Sample: Diary Entry

Q.Recently, your society organized a cleanliness drive to mark the occasion of the Earth Day.
You and your friends took part in the same with great zeal. Write a diary entry in 120-150
words, based on your experience.

Monday
19 April 2021
9 pm

What an incredible way to celebrate the Earth Day!

Today, my friends and I took part in a cleanliness drive organised in our society. We removed
garbage and dirt from those corners in the area which had not been touched for months. We
also cleaned the garden area and put plaques requesting people not to litter.

Today has been a fruitful day. I never, in a million years, thought that I would be able to do a
thing like this. I was in charge of the whole drive. I took some time to get used to the idea
that I can lead. It feels great to be able to contribute to the society.

The biggest surprise came when even Chauhan uncle openly supported us. I feel proud of
myself. I hope I keep getting opportunities like this in the future to do my bit for our
community.

Q. You won the Best Student Award this year. Make a diary entry in 100-150 words
expressing your feelings.

Thursday
February 12, 20XX,
11:15 p.m.

How can I ever forget this memorable day of my life!

The School Assembly was held to announce the winner of the Best Student Award. I
felt uneventful as I felt I was a non-contender. My lethargic half-hearted attention
was rudely shaken awake when some classmates simply picked me up on their
shoulders and raced to the podium. When the news sank in, I saw rings before my
eye. I mumbled a quick, ‘Thank you sir’, as the Principal shook hands with me.
Mr excitement knew no bounds when I saw the gear-fitted racing bike on the
doorstep of our flat. I hugged my parents, strapped on the helmet and was off to the
nearby velodrome for my first cycle racing lesson. The moment of pride, smiles on
my parents’ faces will always remain etched in my mind. I have now been chosen as
the Head Boy of my school and I want to be an inspiration to all the junior students.

I wish I keep bringing proud moments in my parent’s life.

Q. You recently lost an expensive wristwatch belonging to your grandfather. You are
now feeling afraid to confess. Express your feelings of anguish through a diary entry
in 100-150 words.

Wednesday
June 20, 20XX
8:30 p.m.

It is unforgettable day of my life! Losing and forgetting things is a constant problem

with me. Earlier it was my own things that I lost. Last week to my dismay, I lost my
grandfather’s gold watch that I was taking to the market for servicing. As soon as I
discovered the loss, I went back to the spot and scoured the area several times. I
even made enquiries, but to no avail. I cannot repay the loss because it is of vintage
make.

Grandfather will ask about his watch soon enough and I don’t know what I should tell
him. I am in a dilemma whether to tell him the truth or not. Oh, how I curse myself for
being so careless! As a last resort, I have decided to make a clean breast of it to my
father. He can then lodge an FIR.

I wish I can be more careful now onwards.

Classwork Question:

1. You were a witness to a ghastly fire in the local market. The firemen showed
exceptional bravery and saved the life of a woman who was trapped inside a shop.
Taking help from the inputs given below, make a diary entry in about 120-150 words,
narrating the whole incident and the bravery of the firemen.
Hints: • Market area • highly crowded and congested • a devastating fire • short
circuit • fire brigade reached within minutes • firemen showed exceptional heroism • a
 lady trapped inside shop • two firemen jumped into flames • saved the woman •
sacrifice and heroism.

Homework Question:

1. Recently you visited an old age home in your locality. You met people who were old,
lonely and sick. Their children had abandoned them, to fend for themselves. When
you talked to them, you felt bad about the fact that they were not living with their
children and had no one to love them in their time of need. Write down your
experience and feelings in your diary in 120-150 words.