Report Writing

What is Report Writing?

Report Writing – A report is a written account of something that one has observed,
heard, done, or investigated. It is a systematic and well-organized presentation of facts
and findings of an event that has already taken place somewhere.

Reports are used as a form of written assessment to find out what you have learned from your
reading, research, or experience and to give you the experience of an important skill that is
widely used in the workplace.

Report Writing Format –

There are two types of reports
1. Newspaper report
A newspaper report is one which is published in a newspaper.
2. Magazine report.
A magazine report is generally written for a school magazine.

The question for the report writing is supposed to be answered within the prescribed limit of
120-150 words.
Talking about marks, it comes as a 05 marks question. The breakup of marks for a Report
writing class 12 | English writing skills – report writing (as per CBSE Marking scheme for
2021-22) is as follows:-
Report Writing Format 01 mark
Content 02 marks
Expression 02 marks
Total 05 marks

A well-written report must possess the following traits:

1. adherence to the specifications of report brief;
2. analysis of relevant information;
3. structuring material in a logical and coherent order;
4. presentation in a consistent manner according to the instructions of the report brief;
5. making appropriate conclusions that are supported by the evidence and analysis of the report;
Now, it is very important to follow a proper Report writing format. Not to forget that
format carries marks.

Report Writing Format for Class 10 to 12

Magazine Report Format
1. Heading– A descriptive title that is expressive of the contents of the report.
2. By line- Name of the person writing the report. It is generally given in the question.
Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.
3. The opening paragraph (introduction) – It may include the ‘5 Ws’ namely, WHAT, WHY,
WHEN, and WHERE along with WHO was invited as the chief guest.
4. The account of the event in detail- The proper sequence of events that occurred along with
their description. It is the main paragraph and can be split into two short paragraphs if
required.
5. Conclusion– This will include a description of how the event ended. It may include quote
excerpts from the Chief Guest’s speech or how did the event wind up.

Newspaper Report Format

1. Headline- A descriptive title that is expressive of the contents of the report.
2. By line- Name of the person writing the report along with the designation. It is generally
given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in
your answer.
3. Place and date of reporting- It is generally not mentioned in a magazine report separately,
but here, it is.
4. Opening paragraph- It includes the expansion of the headline. It needs to be short as it is a
general overview of the report.
5. The account of the event in detail- It is generally written in two parts: First, complete
account of what happened in its chronological sequence (preferably) and second, the witness
remarks.
6. Concluding paragraph- This will include the action that has been taken so far or that will be
taken. It is the last paragraph.

Magazine and Newspaper Report

MAGAZINE REPORT NEWSPAPER REPORT
Heading Headline
By line By line (along with the designation)
Opening paragraph Date and place
Account of the event Opening paragraph
Conclusion Account of the event and witness remarks
Conclusion

Report Writing Format Class 12 |Tips for Report Writing

Tips to attempt a question on report writing
Here are a few valuable tips for you to attempt the class 12 English writing skills – report
writing question in a better way-
1. Make sure you use language which is suitable for the audience you are addressing. The usage
of complex vocabulary for addressing children is not advisable.
2. Make sure you write in paragraphs.
3. Practice previous year question papers.
4. Read as many samples as you can. It will give you an idea as to how they are actually written.
5. Read the question at least twice and highlight the important information. It is very important
to understand the question and read between the lines. Albert Einstein once said,

“If you can’t explain it simply, you didn’t understand it well enough.”
1. Plan before you pen. Just make a list of all your important points on the rough sheet (last
sheet of your answer booklet) so that you do not forget relevant points while writing. This
also helps you in maintaining a sequence, which is very important.
2. The presentation is very important.
3. Make sure you double-check for grammatical accuracy and spellings. They carry marks.
4. Leave an adequate number of lines between paragraphs to make it look clean.
5. Underlining the main points is very important. But it is advised to do it after finishing your
exam. Use a pencil and scale for underlining.
6. Make small sentences. It restricts the scope of grammatical inaccuracies.

Suggested value points as given in the sample paper 2020-21 released by CBSE-
VARIOUS ACTIVITIES IN THE ADOPTED VILLAGE
Suggested value points: A Report should answer the questions:
1. What – name of event and occasion
2. Where
3. When -date and time Activities (Teaching & Social Work) held
4. A comment on the quality of the activities organize

Report Writing Samples

Solved questions
Below are a few solved questions for you so that you get an idea as to how to attempt Report
Writing class 12 – Report writing questions well.
Remember, the more you read and practice, the better it is. As per, CBSE guidelines, it
should not exceed the prescribed word limit of 120-150 words

Q1. MMD School, Nashik, recently organized a science symposium on the topic: ‘Effect
of pollution on quality of life’. You are Amit/Amita Raazdan, editor of the school
magazine. Write a report on the event for your school magazine. (120 – 150 words)
(SOURCE- CBSE 2020)
Answer:
Report on Science Symposium held at MMD School, Nashik
-By Amit/ Amita Raazdan, Editor of the school magazine
A symposium was organized on 1 January 2021 in the school on the topic “Effect of
Pollution on Quality of Life”. All the science students were a part of the elucidative program.
The event started with the felicitation of the guest speakers. Thereafter, the participants were
espoused by Sh. Suraj Prakash. He acquainted them with the objectives and goals of the
workshop. The resource person Dr. Hari Om Gupta reflected his profound knowledge on the
topic and highlighted how important it is to curb the menace of pollution.
An exalting demonstration of the effects of pollution on our lives galvanized the engrossed
participants. After the lunch break Dr. K.K. Arora, Resource Person, exhibited the possible
steps that can be undertaken at the personal level to reduce pollution. It was followed by
another session on the basic concept behind pollution reduction which triggered the young
minds into thinking innovative ways.
An interactive concourse ignited the inquisitiveness of participants. They have committed
themselves completely to bring about a change in the situation. The informative workshop
culminated with a vote of thanks proposed by the head of the science department.

Q2. You are Karan/ Kirti of L.M. Memorial Public School, Dwarka. Your school has
adopted a village as a social responsibility. Students are being taken to teach the
children of that village on a regular basis. Write a report, for your school magazine, on
the various other programs organized there in 150-200 words.
(SOURCE- CBSE Sample Question Paper 2020-21)
Answer:
VILLAGE ADOPTION- A STEP TOWARDS BEING SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLE
-BY KARAN/ KRITI
On the occasion of World Literacy Day, L.M. Memorial Public School, Dwarka has taken an
oath to embrace the village named Rajpur.
The school has taken the responsibility of educating the people residing in the village.
Selected students from each standard are taken there every weekend, during school hours to
impart knowledge.
The first 6-month motive is to make each and every person capable of reading and writing.
Free books and stationery are being provided for quality education.
Children are given time to spend with each other, play games, and interact.
Apart from educational needs, special care is devoted to hygiene and sanitation. Girls are
being given awareness of the importance of menstrual hygiene as well.
Various talent hunts have been organized which left everyone overawed. The immense
enthusiasm and zeal in the people to learn is the main driving factor.
A family kind of environment is being created. The school treats the people of the village as
its own students and is unbiased. By adopting a village, the school is making its students
sensitive towards the needs of the environment at a young age. It is committed to raising the
leaders of tomorrow.

Q3. Cultural Society Sunshine Public School, Nellore organized an adult literacy camp
in its neighborhood. Write a report in 150-200 words on the camp for your school
newsletter. You are P.V. Sunitha, Secretary. Use the following clues: no. of volunteers –
hours spent in teaching – location of the class – chairs, blackboards – no. of people
attending the camp – benefit.
(SOURCE- CBSE 2020)
Answer:
ADULT LITERACY CAMP
-BY P. V. SUNITHA, SECRETARY
An adult literacy camp was organized by Cultural Society Sunshine Public School, Nellore in
the school neighborhood yesterday extending educational options to those adults, who have
lost the opportunity and have crossed the age of formal education. The activities of the camp
were carried out by the cultural society of the school and there were a total of 25 volunteers.
The camp began with the welcome speech for the chief guest, Mrs. Kavita Naik, a renowned
social worker. 400 people were a part of the camp. They were divided into different groups in
accordance with their competencies.
They were taught the basics of being able to read and write. Free books and stationery is
being provided for quality education. All the arrangements including desks and blackboards
were done in advance.
Apart from educational needs, special care was devoted to hygiene and sanitation. They were
taught the basics of cleanliness like types of wastes and their management. Refreshments
were also provided to the participants. The immense enthusiasm and zeal in the people to
learn was the main driving factor.
The chief guest distributed the certificates of participation among the volunteers. The camp
ended on a positive note. There was an atmosphere of learning and growing together.

Q4. You are Sandhya/ Sohan an active member of the Animal Lovers Club which works
for the welfare of animals by preventing cruelty to them. Recently you visited Mahatma
Gandhi Animal Care Home. You were pleasantly surprised to see the good treatment
given to the animals. Write a report in 150-200 words on your visit.
You may use the following points: injured dogs and cats – abandoned pets – very old
animals – all very well cared for – well-equipped medical room – veterinary surgeon –
green surroundings.
(SOURCE- CBSE 2019 compartment)
Answer:
Visit Mahatma Gandhi Animal Care Home
-By Sandhya/Sohan
Animal Lovers Club was recently invited by the Mahatma Gandhi Animal Care Home for a
visit where an opportunity to oversee the working of the organization was given.
It is home to abandoned pets, rescued animals, and the ones injured on the streets. There were
many old animals as well. It was astounding to see the quality of care the animals are being
given. They have a family-like environment for them. This helps them to heal faster and stay
happy.
The animal home has all the facilities ranging from a well- equipped medical room to a
veterinary surgeon. Regular check-ups of those unwell by a team of veterinary specialists are
carried out.
The surroundings are animal-friendly as well. They are not being ruthlessly kept in cages.
They have green surroundings with enough space for them to play and nurture.
Mahatma Gandhi Animal Care Home is doing a mind-blowing job by understanding and
fulfilling the needs of those who can’t speak for themselves. The experience was an
overwhelming one.

Q5. Independence Day was celebrated in your school. District Magistrate, Ms. Indu
Bala Sharma was the Chief Guest. Write a report on the function in 150-200 words
describing all the activities that took place. You are Head boy/Head girl.
(SOURCE- 2019 COMPARTMENT)
Answer:
Independence Day Celebration, MNS
-By xyz
GD Goenka School celebrated Independence Day with great enthusiasm and patriotic fervor.
On the morning of August 14, 2020, our students presented hand-made greeting cards
and tri-color flag badges to the senior management functionaries of the school.
The cultural program at school commenced with everyone singing ‘Vande Mataram’
followed by flag hoisting by the chief guest, Ms. Indu Bala Sharma, the District Magistrate.
The spirit of freedom and nationalism was well exhibited by the students as well as the
teachers through a spectrum of patriotic poems, speeches, quizzes on freedom fighter, songs,
and dance.
Committed to the task of nation-building, both faculty and student teachers pledged to serve
their motherland through spreading education and serving the community. A presentation on
the historical evolution of the national flag of India was shown.
A documentary on the contribution of unsung heroes of Indian freedom struggle like Tirupur
Kumaran, Kamla Devi Chattopadhayay, and Khudiram Bose enlightened the audience.
A few of them spoke on the history and significance of the Independence Day and shed light
on the special highlight of celebrations this year
It ended with a speech by the principal on the topic, “What does freedom mean to me?” The
celebration concluded with the inspiring words of the principal madam, followed by the
National Anthem and the distribution of refreshments.

♦ Points to Remember:

• Mention the place, date, time and other relevant facts about the
event.
• Include information collected from the people around or affected by
the event.
• Write the name of the reporter.
• Provide a suitable title/heading.
• Write in past tense.
• Write in reported speech and use passive form of expression.
• Don’t use I, you or we. Not to write in first person narrative form.
• Develop ideas (causes, reasons, consequences, opinions) logically.
• Write in a less formal and more descriptive manner, while writing a
report for a school magazine.
• Present your ideas and impressions to make the report interesting.

♦ Marks will be awarded for:

1. Title
2. Reporter’s name
3. Content
4. Expression: Accuracy + Fluency
Question 1.
You are Sweety/Suresh of L.M. Jain School, Ajmer. As Secretary of your School Co-
curricular Activities Club, you visited a slum area in your city where the people
suffered a great loss of life and property in a massive fire. The students of your
school rendered their services and material help to the victims. Write a report in 100-
125 words for your school magazine. (Delhi 2010)
Answer:

Students Service To Victims Of Fire

By: Sweety
L.M. Jain School

14th February, 20xx. A major slum area in Vilas Nagar was gutted by a massive fire
on 10th February, 20xx. The fire whose exact cause is still not very clear caused
extensive damage to life and property. Ten persons lost their lives, many were
injured and about two hundred people were rendered homeless. Our school joined
and relief to the victims. The students of our school got together and collected food
packets, old clothes, medicines, utensils, etc. to be distributed to these homeless
and helpless people. Ten students and three teachers personally visited this slum
area to ensure proper and fair distribution of the items that had been collected and
thus provided some relief to these unfortunate people in their time of crisis and
misery.

Question 2.
Recently your school held a Seminar on Conservation of Water as a part of World
Water Day celebrations. As the School Pupil Leader of Maryland School, Gurgaon,
write a report in 100-125 words for a local daily. Sign as Pritham/Preeti. (Delhi 2010)
Answer:

Seminar On Water Conservation

By: Preeti
Maryland School,

Gurgaon 16th March, 20xx, Gurgaon: Our school organised a seminar on ‘Water
Conservation’ as part of the World Water Day Celebrations on 13th August, 20xx.
The main aim of this seminar was to remind us all about the need to save the
government and the non-governmental organisations in providing help water as it is
a precious source imperative for our survival.

distinguished environmentalists and eminent personalities were our guest speakers

and they reiterated the need not only of conserving water but also spoke at length on
how to conserve water by stressing upon the fact that each drop of water is precious.
Dr. Yashraj, an eminent environmentalist, suggested rain-water harvesting as one of
the best ways to conserve water.

Using visual aids to highlight his discourse, he suggested that to ensure availability
of water for the future generations the withdrawal of fresh water from an ecosystem
should not exceed its natural replacement rate. The seminar concluded on the note
that water conservation is the most cost-effective, environmentally sound way to
reduce our demand for water and so each one of us must do our bit towards
improving water management to enhance optimum use of water.

Question 3.
Your school organised an exhibition-cum-sale of the items prepared under
Work Experience Certificate by your school students. There was an overwhelming
response from the public. Prepare a report in 100-125 words for a local daily. You
are the Coordinator, S.U.P.W. activities, Nita School, Gurgaon. (All India 2010)
Answer:

An Exhibition-Cum-Sale
By: ABC, Coordinator, SUPW Activities
Nita School, Gurgaon

3rd Aug. 20xx, Gurgaon. Our school organised an exhibition-cum-sale of items

prepared under Work Experience by our students on the 31st of July in the school
lawns. It was heartening to see the overwhelming response our endeavour got from
not only the parents but also from the general public who showed a lot of interest in
the items made by the students. A wide array of items such as candles, greeting
cards, jewellery boxes, wooden handicrafts had been prepared by talented students.

The students were really encouraged by the positive feedback they got from
everyone present. Our principal too was personally present there all the time
interacting with everyone. He appreciated the students’ hard work and creativity and
announced that the money collected from the sale of items would be donated to an
old-age home in the vicinity of our school. Our principal also decided that such
initiatives would be taken up by our school more frequently to motivate the creative
students and to help a noble cause.

Question 4.
Your state government has banned the use of plastic bags. Your are Amarjeet, a
reporter of The National Herald. Write a report in 100-125 words on how the ban is
being ignored and what damage the indiscriminate use of plastic bags in causing to
the environment. (Comptt. Delhi 2010)
Answer:

Environment Unfriendly Polybags

By: Amarjeet, Staff Reporter
The National Herald

In the year 2002 the government had banned the production and use of plastic bags
in our country. But unfortunately, these are now being widely used again
everywhere. Not only are we using a huge number of polybags daily but we are also
discarding them in our drains uncaring about the fact that they will block the flow of
drain water. Polybags are also a threat to our environment. They cause pollution, kill
wildlife and are responsible for using up the natural resources of the earth. They are
one of the main factors that litter the landscape. If burnt, they will infuse the
surrounding air with toxic fumes.

The main problem of plastic bags is that they are non-biodegradable. The
decomposition of plastic takes around a thousand years, so with the plastic rubbish
produced each day it is likely that this problem will never be solved. While the
government works out ways to lessen the impact of polybags on the environment
each one of us too should shoulder some responsibility for this problem that
ultimately harms us all.

Question 5.
You are Ramesh/Rani, Sports Secretary, Government Senior Secondary School,
Chandigarh. Last Monday an inter-school twenty-over cricket match was played on
your school ground. Write a report in 100-125 words on the match. (Comptt. All India
2010)
Answer:

Inter-School Twenty Over Cricket Match

-ByRamesh, Sports Secretary,

Govt. Senior Secondary School, Chandigarh 17th January, 20xx. Last Monday an
inter-school twenty over cricket match played in our school grounds between
Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector-4 and Central School, Sector-37. It was one of the most
thrilling match that we all had seen as the winner was decided only after the last ball
of the match had been bowled. Kendriya Vidyalaya won the toss and chose to bat.
They set a target of 130 runs in twenty overs for the opposition team who beat them
in the last ball of the match by hitting a boundary which took their score to 131 runs.
Central School had to make ten runs in the last two balls in order to win. Their star
batsman ABC scored a six followed by a fantastic boundary to take his team to
victory. It was a great match with a nail-biting finish and all the spectators present
there thoroughly enjoyed watching it.

Question 6.
A major bus mishap which left several people seriously injured took place at
Nicholas Road, Nungambakkam, Chennai. Luckily no life was lost. Collect the
information from the eyewitnesses and send a report in 100-125 words to ‘The
Nungambakkam Times’. You are Vinod/Vinodhini, a reporter. (Delhi 2011)
Answer:

BUS MISHAP
-By Vinod, Staff Reporter, NT

The Nungambakkam , 14th February, 20xx: A major bus mishap took place at
Nicholas Road in Nungambakkam, Chennai yesterday at about 10 a.m. It resulted in
serious injuries to almost twelve of the twenty-five passengers who were on board
the bus. Luckily though, there was no loss of life. An eyewitness accounts how the
high speeding bus overturned when it took a sharp turn in an attempt to avert a
collision with a truck that was coming in the wrong direction.

The authorities have arrested the truck driver for his negligence. The bus driver
could not be taken into custody for overspeeding as he is admitted in hospital with
grievous injuries. The state government has announced a compensation of? 25,000
for those seriously injured and ‘10,000 for those whose injurious are not very serious.
A state-level inquiry has also been ordered into the mishap.

Question 7.
You are Poorva/Partha, Cultural Secretary of your school, D.B. Senior Secondary
School, Ambur. A week-long Music and Dance festival was organised by your
school. Write a report in 100-125 words for your school magazine. Invent the details.
(All India 2011)
Answer:

MUSIC AND DANCE FIESTA

-By Poorva, Cultural Secretary
D.B. Senior Secondary School, Ambur

26th August, 20xx: Our school organised a week-long Music and Dance festival,
which commenced on the 18th of August and ended on the 26th of August, in which
15 schools of our town participated. It was a great music and dance extravaganza
which saw a wide variety of Indian classical music and folklore and western music
and dance forms. During this week-long festival, many competitions and
programmes were organised in our school and these were graced by illustrious
musicians and reputed dancers. On the concluding day of this festival, a two-hour-
long programme displaying a unique fusion of classical and western dance and
music was put up. This was a treat and delight for all music and dance lovers and
was also the highlight of our festival. Seeing the huge success of this fiesta our
principal assured us that attempts would be made to organise it on a regular basis.

Question 8.
You visited a Job Fair organised by Ability Foundation at Chennai recently. You were
impressed to see that nearly 55 companies from various sectors such as information
technology, telecommunication, electronics etc. offered jobs to the final year
students of colleges. As a reporter of ‘The Deccan Times’, Chennai, prepare a report
in 100-125 words. You are Peeyush/Priya. (All India 2011)
Answer:

Great Job Opportunities

For Young Students
-By Priya, Staff Reporter,
The Deccan Times

14th April, 20xx: The Ability Forum organised a Job Fair in Chennai for final year
students of colleges. The fair witnessed an overwhelming response from job seekers
and companies from across the region. The two-day event saw 55 companies from
various sectors, such as information technology, telecommunication, electronics, etc.
offering jobs to these students. It was really a great incentive for these fresh
graduates to be offered jobs literally ‘on a platter’. Over 500 job seekers walked into
seek well-paying jobs with the most renowned companies. This is surely going to
motivate other undergraduates to attend this fair every year. Such employment fairs
should be organised as these provide an ideal platform for students who are on the
lookout for jobs after having completed their graduate-level education.

Question 9.
You witnessed a programme performed by differently-abled persons on Zee TV. You
were very much impressed by their performance and were emotionally touched.
Highlighting their talent, the reaction of the judges to their performance etc., prepare
a report in 100-125 words for your school magazine. You are Gopal/Gopi, Student
Editor of the magazine. (All India 2011)
Answer:

A Special Programme On Zee Tv

-By Gopi, Student Editor

On the occasion of Independence Day, Zee TV organized a special programme in

which differently-abled persons performed in front of a live audience and were also
watched by millions of people across the globe. They displayed their talent in the
fields of music and dance. Their performances left the judges, the audience and the
viewers enthralled. I am sure it also touched the hearts of many.

An outstanding sequence, in which wheelchair-bound boys and girls performed

‘Bharatnatyam’, left the audience spellbound and got a standing ovation from the
judges.

It was most touching to see these children performing with such perfection despite
their handicaps and their zest and enthusiasm added an extra touch to their
performance. I strongly feel more such shows should be telecast so that more
disabled children get an opportunity to showcase their talent. This will give them self-
confidence that in spite of their disabilities they too are very much a part of our
society.

Question 10.
You are Pulkil/Prema, a staff reporter of The Times of India. You have been asked to
cover an incident of daylight robbery on the outskirts of Delhi when the inmates were
present in the house. Write a report in 100-125 words. (Comptt. Delhi 2011)
Answer:

Daylight Robbery
-By Prema, Staff Reporter
Tire Times of India
17th August, 20xx, Delhi: A daring, daylight robbery has set fear and anxiety in the
minds of the residents of Najafgarh, that lies on the outskirts of Delhi. Four armed
robbers entered the house of a retired IAS official in broad daylight at about 4 p.m.
The official himself was present in the house along with his wife, daughter-in-law and
two-year-old grandson. Though the robbers did not harm the inmates, they locked
them up in a store-room before escaping with? 75,000 cash and gold jewellery worth
about? 3 lakhs. This incident evoked a lot of resentment among the residents of the
area who complained about a total security lapse in their colony. The police have
registered a complaint of robbery and on the basis of the appearance of the robbers
given by the inmates a search has been launched to apprehend all the four.

Question 11.
Recently a cultural programme was arranged by B.M. Public School, Noida with the
help of the local artists of the city for raising funds to
help an association for the differently-abled children of your city. Write a report in
100-125 words for publication in the newsletter of your school. You are Sunil/Sunita,
Secretary of the Social Club of your school. (Comptt. Delhi 2011)
Answer:

Cultural Programme To
Help Disabled
By: Sunita, Secretary, Social Club

Our school arranged a cultural programme with the help of the local artists of our city
to raise funds to help an association ‘Nirmal-Chaya’ that works for the differently-
abled children of our city. All the proceeds from this programme were given to the
NGO so that they are in a better position to provide assistance to these unfortunate
children in the form of medical aid. It was most heartening to see the overwhelming
response of our staff, students and their parents for our noble endeavour. The local
artists too participated in this programme without charging any money as everyone
wanted to do their bit for a good cause. Seeing the positive response of everyone
who was involved in this noble cause, our school authorities have decided to
organise one such event every year to help the NGOs of our city.

Question 12.
Write a report in 100-125 words on ‘No Tobacco’ campaign organized by your school
in the academic session 2010-11. You are Deep/ Deepa, Cultural Secretary,
Anupam Senior Secondary School, Meerut. (Comptt. Delhi 2011)
Answer:

‘No Tobacco’ Campaign

-By Deep, Cultural Secretary
Anupam Sr. Secondary School, Meerut

Our school organised a ‘No Tobacco’ Campaign on 19th November during the
academic session 2010-11. Our school children took out a huge procession around
the school carrying posters and placards and shouting slogans on the harmful effects
of tobacco. This campaign also brought together experts from various fields like
fitness experts, public health experts, media representatives and also members of
the youth organizations who increased awareness about the dangers of using
tobacco. Various interschool art competitions, debates and declamations were also
organised as a part of this campaign. The main aim of our campaign was to highlight
the hazards of using tobacco and to encourage people to give up use of tobacco in
any form. Through this campaign the student community came forth in its own way to
lend its voice and draw public attention to the fatal dangers of using tobacco.

Question 13.
Write a report as an eyewitness to the fire accident that occurred in your
neighbourhood. Your report should be within 100-125 words. Invent the necessary
details. You are Rashi/ Raman of 15, Ballimaran, Delhi. (Comptt. All India 2011)
Answer:

Fire Mishap
-By Raman, HT

12th September, 20xx, Delhi: A fire broke out in our neighbourhood in Ballimaran
yesterday in a two-storey house due to a gas cylinder explosion. Three persons
received severe burn injuries and household goods worth almost five lakhs were
completely destroyed. It was rather frightening to see the extent of the flames which
seemed to engulf even the adjacent houses. Though the exact cause of the bursting
of the cylinder is not known, it is suspected that a possible leakage in the gas pipe
triggered the blast. It took three fire tenders almost four hours to control the fire. The
police have registered a case of accident and a probe to investigate the exact cause
of the fire will be carried out. The injured persons, a man and two women, have been
admitted to the Bums Ward of ABC Hospital and their condition is stated to be
critical.

Question 14.
You are an eye-witness to a road accident resulting in loss of human life and
property. As a press reporter of National Herald, write a report in 100-125 words.
(Comptt. All India 2011)
Answer:

Fatal Road Accident

-By XYZ, Staff Reporter
National Herald

5th May, 20xx, Delhi: Two persons were killed and three injured when a speeding
Scorpio crashed into their Maruti 800 car near the INA Metro Station yesterday
afternoon. The incident took place at around 12:45 p.m. when the victims, aged
between 35-40 years, were going from their office to attend a meeting at South
Extension. As their vehicle approached the INA Metro Station, a speeding Scorpio
rammed into the Maruti from behind killing two people on the spot and injuring the
other three occupants. The accident also caused a traffic snarl on the busy road
before the police arrived on the scene and rushed the injured to the nearby AIIMS
Trauma Centre. The accused, driver of the Scorpio, has been arrested and a case of
rash and negligent driving causing death has been registered against him.

Question 15.
Your school Commerce Association organised a seminar for class XII students of the
schools of your zone on the topic, ‘Rising prices create a crisis’. As Co-ordinator of
the programme, write a report in 100-125 words for your school magazine. You are
Piyush/Priya of ABC School, Agra. (Delhi 2012)
Answer:

SEMINAR ON ‘RISING PRICES’

-By Priya, Co-ordinator, Commerce Association
ABC School, Agra

The Commerce Association of our school organised a seminar for the class XII
students of all the schools of our zone on 19th November, 20xx. The topic of the
seminar was ‘Rising prices create a crisis’. The three-day seminar, which was
attended by distinguished and eminent personalities from the field of finance and
commerce, was an eye-opener as to how the ever-rising prices are most likely to
cause a crisis to which there may be no solution. The need of the hour of our
government is to check and control the rising prices which have strained the pocket
as well as the well-being of the common man. The students got an insight into how
inflation is hampering the economic growth of our country. On a concluding note our
principal assured us that he would do his best to organise seminars on contemporary
issues regularly.

Question 16.
A new indoor gymnasium has recently been constructed and inaugurated at APJ
International School at Goa. As special correspondent of ‘The Hindu’ draft a report in
100-125 words on the gymnasium and the inauguration ceremony. (Delhi 2012)
Answer:

State-Of-The-Art
Gymnasium Inauguration
-By XYZ, Special Correspondent,
The Hindu

7th August, Goa: An indoor gymnasium which had been under construction for the
past few months was inaugurated at APJ International School. The State Health
Minister, Shri S.D. Philips, inaugurated the fully equipped air-conditioned gymnasium
yesterday in the presence of the staff and students of the school. In his inaugural
speech, the Minister stressed upon the need of physical fitness and the importance
of following a regular work-out regime in today’s stressful lifestyle. The gymnasium
combines innovative early physical education, pre-gymnastics classes with state-of-
the-art fitness equipment and other facilities.
Such initiatives empower the school children by j helping them to acquire the
necessary skills, confidence and positive self-image needed to become healthy
young adults.

Question 17.
Your school conducted a seminar on ‘How to prevent cruelty towards animals’, in
which 40 city CBSE schools took part. As Co-ordinator of the programme, write a
report in 100-125 words for the school magazine. You are Vikram/Vidhi of C.P.S.
Senior Secondary School, Bengaluru. (Delhi 2012)
Answer:

Seminar To Prevent Cruelty Towards Animals

-By Vidhi, Co-ordinator
C.P.S. Senior Secondary School, Bangalore

Our school conducted a seminar for classes XI and XII on ‘How to prevent cruelty
towards animals’. Forty city CBSE schools participated in this three-day seminar
which started on 31st October, 20xx. The seminar discussed animal cruelty in
perspective to two main themes — preventing cruelty to animals through early
intervention, educating and changing legislation and examining the connection
between cruelty towards animals in relation to the violent human nature.
Distinguished members of the SPCA organisation addressed: the members during
this seminar.

They stressed upon the need for compassion and care which is due to animals as
living and responsive beings. Animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment at
the hands of humans, and that is not to be left to the compassionate impulses of
humans but is an entitlement that must be protected under the law. During this
seminar, other animal-cruelty issues that came under the scanner were fighting
animal cruelty perpetrated by industries like factory farming, the fur industry, animal
experimentation and animals used in entertainment.

Question 18.
You witnessed a bomb blast in a Delhi market when you went there for shopping
along with your parents for Diwali purchases. Write a report in 100-125 words for
your school magazine. (Delhi 2012)
Answer:

Bomb Explosion In Market-Place

By: ABC

Our shopping for Diwali could not have taken a more ghastly and ugly turn, that was
beyond even our worst nightmare. On 24th October, 20xx, a powerful bomb blast
rocked the busy Karol Bagh market where I had gone along with my parents for
Diwali shopping. The explosion took place at about 6.10 pm near a three-wheeled
vehicle which got ripped apart. Within seconds the entire area was strewn with glass
and splattered with blood. Amidst utter fear, chaos and confusion people were seen
running wildly, some in search of their dear ones and others to ensure their own
safety.

I stood they are dumbfounded, almost paralysed with fear as my parents helped an
old couple who had sustained severe injuries in the blast. Not even in my wildest
dreams could I have imagined the horrific sights that then met my eyes. I am
convinced that these nightmarish sights are there to stay in my memory for a lifetime.
Every time I close my eyes I relive those horrifying moments where I can see people
wailing and groaning.

Question 19.
You witnessed a fire accident in a slum area near your colony on Saturday night.
You were very much disturbed at the pathetic sight. Write a report in 100-125 words
for your school magazine. You are Lakshmi/Lakshman, a student of P.D.K.
International School, Madurai. (All India 2012)
Answer:

Fire In Slum Area

By: Lakshmi

P.D.K. International School, Madurai A fire broke out near our colony, I.G. Extension
on 12th October, 20xx. This ghastly fire burnt down at least 50 shanties and about
30 casualties were reported. The meagre belongings of daily wagers and labourers
living in this slum were turned to ashes. The pathetic sight of wailing children and
women was heartrending. Since the fire broke out at around 7.30 pm, most of the
womenfolk were cooking their evening meals. So many slum dwellers had to go
hungry that night as the fire brigades took almost four hours to douse the flames and
control the fire. People from our colony came forward to help these distressed
people. We offered packed food and water to them. The miserable plight of these
people as their abodes turned to ashes will continue to haunt the residents of our
locality for a long time.

Question 20.
You are Keshav/Karuna, Sports Secretary of Vidhyapeet, Bengaluru. You
participated in the national level CBSE Chess Tournament at Delhi recently. Write a
report for your school magazine, in 100-125 words on the programme and your
team’s performance. (Comptt. Delhi 2012)
Answer:

Cbse Chess Tournament

By: Karuna,

Sports Secretary It was a great honour for me to represent my school, Vidhyapeet,

Bengaluru, in the national level CBSE Chess Tournament held at Delhi j from 19th to
22nd September, 20xx. The I tournament was inaugurated by the CBSE chairman.
Seven schools from all over India had qualified for the national level competition. The
first round of the competition started on 19th September in the ABC Indoor Stadium.
After various elimination rounds came the final round in which our school and Model
School, Chennai qualified. Finally, this journey of ten cracker rounds was won by our
school by scoring 8.5 points. With great pride I accepted the winning trophy. The
Chairman, CBSE gave away the prizes during the closing ceremony. In his speech,
he praised the CBSE officials for their good work in promoting the game of Chess.

Question 21.
You are Jay/Jaya, an NCC cadet from Shyamala Memorial Hall, Trichy. You were
selected as a member of the contingent to represent Tamil Nadu in the Republic Day
parade in Delhi. Write a report for your school magazine, in 100-125 words on the
programme, and about your participation. (Comptt. All India 2012)
Answer:

Parade Honour
By: Jay, NCC Cadet
Shyamala Memorial Hall, Trichy

It was indeed a great honour for me to be selected as a member of the contingent to

represent Tamil Nadu in the Republic Day Parade in Delhi. It was heartwarming to
hear the loud applause and cheers that greeted our float as we marched past the
VIP area which seated the President of India, the Prime Minister and various other
foreign dignitaries. I felt extremely proud to be a member of the contingent to march
on Rajpath with 86 other members. This march past was indeed wonderful with each
contingent marching along in all their finery and official decorations. Our contingent
highlighted the culture of Tamil Nadu by presenting the ‘Karagam’ folk dance. We
had put in a great amount of practice and every minor detail was looked into
minutely. We wanted to do everything perfectly including our costumes, jewellery
and the essential props that were needed because the event we had been selected
for was one that was of great national significance and pride. It was a lifetime
opportunity for us and we wanted to put up our best.

Question 22.
You are Jay/Jaya, studying in Shyamala Memorial Hall, Trichy. Some students of
your school attended a first aid training camp for a week at Red Cross Headquarters
of your state. Write a report for your school magazine in 100-125 words on the
events of the camp and your participation and performance. (Comptt. All India 2012)
Answer:

First Aid Training Camp

By: Jaya,

Shyamalan Memorial Hall Some students of class XII of our school got an
opportunity to attend a first aid training camp for a week at the Red Cross
Headquarters in Chennai. Attending this camp proved very helpful to us because it
gave us an opportunity to learn as to how we can help in providing emergency health
care for anyone who requires immediate first-aid. I am sure all those who attended
this camp will help make a difference to society. Our seven-day training started with
a batch of 20 volunteers who received training under a Red Cross trainer.
The training comprised practical sessions in artificial respiration, use of bandages,
simple medication through common drugs and ointments etc. Apart from
administering first aid in emergency situations, the trainer also made us understand
the basis of home nursing. We were also trained in potentially life-saving techniques
that can be performed with minimal equipment. At the end of our seven-day camp,
we were given a course completion certificate in which our performance was
evaluated. We were confident we were now in a position of saving a life in case of an
emergency.

Question 23.
You are Deepak/Deepika, Secretary of Ahimsa club, Parsva Public School, Delhi. On
2nd October your school observed ‘International Day for Peace and Non-violence’,
organizing various activities such as visit to Raj Ghat, Charkha spinning, lectures by
eminent Gandhians etc. Write a report on the same in 100-125 words. (Delhi 2013)
Answer:

International Day For

Peace And Non-Violence
By: Deepika,

Secretary, Ahimsa Club Parsva Public School, Delhi Our school observed
‘International Day for Peace and Non-violence’ on 2nd October this year. This was
our way to pay our tribute to the Father of our Nation by attempting to highlight the
principles he followed that enabled him to win our independence. On this occasion,
our school organized various activities such as a visit to Raj Ghat, Charkha Spinning,
lectures by eminent Gandhians etc. It was enlightening to hear the lectures of the
eminent Gandhians who emphasised Gandhiji’s foremost principles that guided all
his thoughts and activities. These included complete unity and integrity of the body,
mind and soul in an individual. It was also revealed that one of the greatest
achievements of Gandhiji was the spiritualisation of politics. This celebration was the
most enlightening way to commemorate the memory of the Father of Our Nation.

Question 24.
Your school, Sea View Public School, Kochi, organized a Blood-donation Camp on
the occasion of the Republic Day celebrations. As Cultural Secretary of your school,
write a report on the event in 100-125 words. (Delhi 2013)
Answer:

Blood Donation Camp

By: Cultural Secretary,

Sea View Public School, Kochi Our school organized a Blood Donation Camp on
26th January, 20xx on the occasion of the Republic Day celebrations. This camp
was a huge success and saw the participation from over 300 students and 50 faculty
members. The camp was organized in collaboration with the Red Cross Society of
India. Dr. Bela Anand from the Red Cross Society appreciated the efforts of the
school in organizing the camp. She . appreciated the overwhelming response from
the students as well as teachers and said it felt good when people, especially young
students, come forward for a noble cause. Refreshments, certificates of appreciation
and blood donor cards were given to all the donors. Our Principal finally
administered the vote of thanks.

Question 25.
Traffic police has launched a special drive against pollution causing vehicles. This
has led to traffic jams and crowds at important intersections. Write a report in 100-
125 words to be published in ‘Chennai Times’. You are Prince/Priya, 12 M.G. Road,
Adayar, Chennai. (Delhi 2013)
Answer:

Pollution Check Causes A Mess

By: Priya,

12, M.G. Road, Adayar, Chennai 26th August, 20xx, Chennai: The traffic police has
recently launched a special drive against the pollution causing vehicles. This has
created more confusion than relief. It has led to traffic jams and crowds at important
intersections. The traffic constables have gone into overdrive by putting barricades
and conducting checks on pollution. These barricades, put up by the police, create
heavy traffic snarls especially during the peak hours. Traffic congestion is a problem
for commuters who are invariably delayed in reaching their destination. The police
need to restrict their drive to lean traffic hours. This way they will be able to carry
forth their drive against pollution without causing inconvenience to the commuters.

Question 26.
Maxim Gorky School, Kodaikanal celebrated ‘Nutrition Week’ from 1st September to
7th September by arranging inter-school cookery contests, oratorical, painting and
poster competitions, besides talks by eminent nutritionists and medical
professionals. There was an overwhelming response from students and parents.
Prepare a report in 100-125 words to be published in your school magazine. You are
Arjun/Anita, School Pupil Leader. (All India 2013)
Answer:

Nutrition Week Celebrated

By: Anita,
School Pupil Leader,

Maxim Gorky School, Kodaikanal Our school celebrated ‘Nutrition Week’ from the
1st to the 7th September, 20xx. The theme of the celebration was ‘Food & Nutrition
for Better Health’. The celebration aimed to raise awareness about the importance of
healthy eating. Inter-school cookery contests, oratorical, painting and poster
competitions were held, besides talks by eminent nutritionists and medical
professionals. It was heartening to see the overwhelming response of students and
parents. The highlight of the week-long celebration was a constant reiteration of
healthy eating habits and adequate physical activity as a key to a healthy life. The
‘Nutrition Week’ provided a reminder to everyone that an appropriate lifestyle can
prevent us from diseases, improve our quality of life and increase life- expectancy.
Nutrition Week was concluded by a prize distribution ceremony.
Question 27.
You are Roshan/Rohini, School Pupil Leader of Meerut Public School, Meerut. Your
school joined a campaign organised by various agencies of your city to create
awareness among people to conserve water. Write a report in 100-125 words
highlighting the activities such as rainwater harvesting etc. (Delhi 2013)
Answer:

Water-Conservation
By: Rohini,

School Pupil Leader Meerut Public School, Meerut On 12th September, 20xx: Our
school joined a water conservation campaign at the India Habitat Centre. This
campaign was organised by various agencies of our city to create awareness among
people to conserve water. The main agenda of this campaign was to reiterate the
need to save water which is a precious source for our survival. Distinguished
environmentalists suggested rain-water harvesting as the best way to conserve
water and used visual aids to explain the process to harvest rainwater. The agencies
explained time and again on the fact that water-conservation is the most cost-
effective, environmentally sound way to reduce the demand of water and each one
of us must do our bit towards improving water management to enhance optimum use
of water.

Question 28.
You are Smitha/Smith, Secretary, Cultural Association, Motilal Fomra School,
Tirupati. Last month your school celebrated Library Week in which book reading
sessions, writing of book reviews, lectures by eminent writers, etc. were organised.
Write a report on it to be published in your school newsletter in 100-125 words. (All
India 2013)
Answer:

Library Week Celebrated

By: Smitha,

Secretary, Cultural Association Motilal Fomra School, Tirupati Our school celebrated
Library Week from 5lh January to 12th January. This was a great opportunity for
each one of us to recognise the value of libraries. It was a much-awaited event and
we made lots of preparations for it. Competitions were held on topics ranging from
English Elocution, Book Mark Making, Book Cover Designs and Writing Book
Reviews. Many students participated in these events and gave in their best. In
addition to these competitions, book reading sessions and lectures by eminent
writers were also organised. The new books purchased by our school library were
also displayed. Library Week was altogether a very interesting and enjoyable week
for students as well as teachers, who are already looking forward to celebrating it in
the following years.

Question 29.
You are Rohini/Rehan. Your school KRM Senior Secondary School, Gurgaon
organised a workshop on how to conserve energy. A number of CBSE schools
participated in it. Many eminent personalities addressed the students. Write a report
in 100-125 words for your school magazine. (All India 2013)
Answer:

Workshop On
Energy Conservation
By: Rohini

KRM Senior Secondary School, Gurgaon Our school organised a workshop on ‘How
to conserve energy’ on 24th April, 20xx. Around 25 CBSE schools participated in it.
The participants were trained on various tools and methods for energy conservation
and efficient use of energy. A training manual titled ‘Doing More with Less’ was
distributed to all the participants. Many eminent personalities from the Energy
Department of the NRSE Division addressed the students. They highlighted the
importance of incorporating energy into different spheres. They also pointed out the
various steps that could be taken at the individual levels to conserve energy and use
it efficiently. This workshop which was organised as a part of the project, Building
Energy Awareness on Conservation (BEACON), was most enlightening and
everyone felt more such workshops should be organised at regular intervals.

Question 30.
Keeping in view the frequent occurrence of earthquakes, floods and torrential rains in
different parts of the country, your school arranged a talk on disaster management.
The speaker explained the precautionary measures to be taken by the public and the
government in case of emergency. As a student reporter, Ravi/Rani prepare a report
on the talk in 100125 words, to be published in your local paper. (All India 2013)
Answer:

Talk On Disaster Management

By: Ravi,
Student Reporter

1st April, 20xx: Keeping in view the frequent occurrence of earthquakes, floods and
torrential rains in different parts of our country, our school arranged a talk on disaster
management. The talk was held in our school auditorium at 11 AM, on 24th March,
20xx. The main aim for arranging this talk was to spread awareness among the
people on how to deal with disasters. The speaker, who was a member of the
National Disaster Response Force, explained all of us about the steps that need to
be taken to minimise the risks in case of any disaster. He also explained with the
help of visual aids the precautionary measures that should be taken by the public
and the government in case of an emergency. This talk, with demonstrations, is sure
to help each one of us to enhance our knowledge to deal with disasters.

Question 31.
Incessant rain has caused irrecoverable damage in your area. As an active
participant in the flood relief programme, write a report in 125-150 words on the
different flood relief measures carried out. You are Krishan/ Krishna. (Delhi 2014)
Answer:
 Flood Relief Programme
By: Krishna

In an initiative to provide immediate material and trauma relief to the evacuees of the
flood calamity struck victims in our area the volunteers of ‘The Saviours of the Earth
Foundation’ organized a flood relief programme of which I was an active participant.
Ever since incessant rains resulting in heavy floods lashed our area, volunteers of
our organization have been working in coordination with the disaster management
team to distribute door to door relief material to the victims. For providing material
relief, our organization has been raising funds and has also been conducting trauma-
relief meditation for the evacuees. A team of 250 volunteers of our organization
including doctors are constantly providing medical aid and food, assisting in rescue
operations and clearing the debris.

Question 32.
You have visited a book exhibition in your neighbourhood. Write a report in 125-150
words on the exhibition. You are Rohan/ Rohini. (Delhi 2014)
Answer:

Book Exhibition
By: Rohini

The Book Trust of India successfully organized a three day Book Exhibition in our
neighbourhood, in the Raja Garden grounds. Many reputed national and
international publishers participated in this event. This fair was inaugurated by the
Vice-Chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Open University, Professor Kumar. He
appreciated all the arrangements made at the book fair and also visited many stalls
and thanked the publishers for making the book fair such a success. Many people
enthusiastically visited the book fair as it housed a good collection of academic,
fiction, research and general books. This book fair is likely to play a pivotal role in
reiterating the importance of books and is likely to be recognized as a huge annual
cultural event of book bonanza keenly awaited by students, teachers, scholars,
intellectuals, authors and book lovers.

Question 33.
On Teachers’ day, the badge holders of your school organized a grand celebration to
honour the teachers of your school. As the head boy of the school, write a report on
the celebration in 125-150 words. (Delhi 2014)
Answer:
On the occasion of Teachers’ Day, on the 5th of September, the badge holders of
our school organized a grand celebration to honour the teachers of our school. The
programme started with a tribute to Dr. Radhakrishnan. The entire programme had
an emotional and recreational touch. The students had made elaborate preparations
to ensure that the Teachers’ Day, celebrations was a huge success. They had
organized various games and a range of cultural programmes for the teachers.

The students also made a movie for the teachers in which they conveyed their
heartfelt gratitude to their teachers. They also added on video messages from the
school alumni and the members of the governing body of the school wherein the
teachers were thanked for their contribution to the school and the society. The
teachers were overwhelmed with emotion on seeing the movie. The programme
ended with a vote of thanks from our principal.

Question 34.
As you were travelling by train, you happened to witness an accident at an
unmanned level crossing. As the reporter of a newspaper, write a report on the
accident, including details of the number of people injured and the extent of damage
caused. (Delhi 2014)
Answer:

Two Killed In Train Accident

By: ABC, Staff Correspondent

16th March, 20xx: Delhi: Two persons were killed when their car was hit by the KK
Express at an unmanned level crossing at Dabri Mor. They were rushed to a local
hospital where they were declared brought dead. The car driver was identified as
Umesh (36) and the other passenger as Soham (39). Expressing sorrow and shock
at the accident, the State Transport Minister, stressed the need to set up manned
level crossings, which should be taken up by the Centre. According to eyewitnesses,
at around 11:15 am, the car was at the level crossing and stopped just before the KK
Express was to pass, but unfortunately, it was too close to the tracks. The car was
thrown around 20 feet from the level crossing. The area where the road crosses the
railway tracks is unmanned, and according to local residents, this is the second time
within one year that a car has been hit by a train. An enquiry has been ordered into
the accident.

Question 35.
You had attended a workshop on personality development for students. Many
eminent personalities had been present. Write a report in 125-150 words on how the
workshop proved to be beneficial. You are Rajesh/Rajshree. (All India 2014)
Answer:

Workshop On Personality
Development For Students
By: Rajesh

19th April, 20xx: Regular personality development workshops are organized for
students wherein eminent personalities from different fields are invited to interact
with the students. I attended one such workshop organized by Bharat Vikas Sadan,
an NGO that works for child development. About 72 students attended this workshop
wherein, Mrs. Rachita Sharma, a student counsellor and personality trainer
conducted the workshop for the development of students’ communication skills.

Through multimedia presentation, along-with an animated and energizing speech,

she stressed that for rising in any field of career, communication skills play a very
important role. After attending the one hour workshop I understood that this was
bound to prove most beneficial to the students who had attended it. They were sure
to gain a lot of valuable knowledge that would prove to be most useful to them in the
future. I feel such workshops should be organized more frequently.

Question 36.
A few teachers and students from Edwin University had visited your school on an
exchange programme. You welcomed them grandly. Write a report in 125-150 words
on the celebration. You are Brijesh/Benu. (All India 2014)
Answer:

Exchange Programme
By: Brijesh

16th April, 20xx: A few teachers and students from Edwin University had visited our
school on an exchange programme for ten days. They were given a grand welcome.
The principal, staff and students of our school personally accorded them a warm
welcome. A cultural extravaganza was held to familiarise them with our traditions
and customs. They were served a traditional Indian meal and sweets. It was
heartening to see the foreign teachers and students taking active and enthusiastic
part in the different programmes we had specially organized for them. Our principal
gave the welcome speech and then they were escorted to our school hostel where
they stayed during their ten-day tour of our city.

Question 37.
You are AnuragfAnjali, a reporter with a national daily. You have heard that a
multistorey building near the main railway station has collapsed causing panic in the
area. You rush to the site of the accident along with your team. Write a report in 125-
150 words mentioning the time and place of the accident, number of casualties, the
cause of the accident and the rescue operation conducted by the authorities.
(Comptt. Delhi 2014)
Answer:

Multistorey Building Collapses

By: Anjali,

Staff Correspondent 5th September, 20xx: Tragedy struck the city early on Monday
morning when an eight storeyed NDMC building collapsed around 7 a.m. in Central
Delhi, near the main railway station. This building, civic officials said, was old and
probably not maintained well. Rescuers raced to reach the dozens of people feared
trapped in the rubble. At least ten people are reported killed and twenty have been
so far pulled alive from the building and rushed to the hospital, said Alok Bansal,
local commander of the National Disaster Response Force. “Approximately 70 to 80
people are believed to be left behind under the debris.”, Mr. Bansal said, citing
reports from his team on the scene. This is the latest of several building collapses in
Delhi and NCR this year. The State Government has ordered an enquiry into the
mishap.
Question 38.
Write a report in 100-125 words on the Zonal Cricket Tournament held in the
playground of A.B.C. School, Laxmi Nagar last week. Your report should
include details such as names of participating teams, exciting, cheerful
atmosphere, decorated playground, a large crowd of cheering students and
presentation ceremony. You are Gopalan/Gauri, Student Editor of your school
magazine.

Answer:

Zonal Cricket Tournament

- By Gopalan,student editor

The Zonal Cricket Tournament was held in the playground of A.B.C. School, Laxmi
Nagar from the 20th to the 27th of September, 20xx. The participating teams
included JMJ School Rohini; XYZ Public School, Roop Nagar; PQR Public School,
Fatehpuri; MPL School, Azadpur; RPW Senior Secondary School, Paschim Vihar
and LML Boys School, Patel Nagar. After a series of knockout rounds, PQR Public
School and XYZ Public School emerged as the finalists.

On the day of the finals, both these teams were cheered by a large crowd of
students. After winning the toss, the PQR Public School team elected to bat first and
set a target of 153 runs in 20 overs. But the XYZ team could only get 126 runs and
thus PQR Public School won the match and their star batsman Akash Ahuja was
awarded with ‘Man of the Match’ trophy. It was most enthralling to see the cheerful
and exciting atmosphere in the playground which seemed to resound with zest and
enthusiasm.

The winning team was awarded with a trophy, medals and certificates which were
presented by the Honorary Sports Secretary, Shri Vipin Kumar.

Question 39.
Members of the Social Activities Club of your school recently visited an orphanage
run by a well-known N.G.O. Members of the club were greatly impressed with the
atmosphere in the orphanage. Write a report in 125-150 words, giving details such
as clean surroundings, nice and caring staff, well-fed children with glowing faces,
toys and games for kids, etc. You are Nutan/Naveen, President of your school’s
Social Activities Club. (Comptt. All India 2014)
Answer:

Visit To An Orphanage
By: Nutan,

President, Social Activities Club Members of the Social Activities Club of our school
recently visited an orphanage run by a reputed N.G.O. It was indeed a pleasure to
be greeted by smiling faces of innocent children. Before we actually got to interact
with the kids, we were given a tour of the property. Walking around was a pleasant
experience as our expectations of a dusty and gloomy place were replaced by the
reality of a vibrant, heartwarming and welcoming environment. The children smiled
with sparkling and curious eyes as we walked around. We were pleasantly surprised
to encounter such happy and lively kids, who were being looked after by nice and
caring staff. It was a day spent between fun and games and towards the end of our
visit we parted with the promise to return soon.

We would like to convey our heartfelt gratitude to all the staff members and
volunteers of the orphanage for giving us this opportunity to interact with these
wonderful kids.

Question 40.
The members of Saraswati Residents Welfare Association held a protest rally at the
District Park against the decision of the Municipal Corporation to cut down trees for
widening of roads to ease traffic congestion. Write a report on the rally in 125-150
words. You are Puneeta/ Pramod, the President of the Association. (Comptt. All
India 2014)
Answer:

Protest Rally
By: Puneeta, President, Saraswati R.W.A.

25th 20xx: The members of the Saraswati Residents Welfare Association held a
protest rally at the District Park on 19th November, 20xx. This protest rally was held
against the decision of the Municipal Corporation to cut down trees for widening of
roads to ease traffic congestion. Dozens of concerned citizens marched to the
District Park on early Monday morning to strongly protest against what they called
‘rampant slaughter of trees’.

Since July this year residents have been campaigning against the Municipal
Corporation’s decision to remove around 125 trees as part of its road extension plan.
Many multisectoral groups also joined this protest rally which turned out to be quite
successful and hopefully effective. Through this protest rally we hope to garner
support so as to deter the decision of the Municipal Corporation to cut down trees.

Question 41.
Cultural Society Sunshine Public School, Nellore organised an adult camp in its
neighbourhood. Write a report in 150-200 words on the camp for your school
newsletter. You are P.V. Sunitha, Secretary. Use the following clues: no. of
volunteers—hours spent in teaching— location of the class—chairs, blackboards—
no. of people attending the camp — benefit. (Delhi 2017)
Answer:

Adult Literacy Camp

By: P.V. Sunitlia, Secretary
Cultural Society, Sunshine Public School, Nellore The cultural society of our school
organised an adult literacy camp in our neighbourhood from 22nd September to 21st
October, 20xx for the slum dwellers, whose colony is located about two kilometres
away from our school.

It was heartening to see the overwhelming response of our senior students who were
keen volunteers and spent almost two hours each day teaching the adults who
attended the camp in large numbers. The classes were held under a shed that the
community center of our colony had allowed us to use for the camp. The members of
the community center also lent us fifty chairs and five blackboards. The increasing
number of adults who attended our month-long camp was proof enough of its
success and of the fact that they were certainly gaining benefit from it. Reportedly,
nearly 110 adults which included 45 females, benefitted from this noble initiative
taken up by the cultural society of our school. Adult learners and the need for
improved adult literacy deserves our attention and we need to constantly strive and
take up initiatives to ensure literacy for all.

Question 42.
History Society of Kendriya Vidyalaya, Krishna Nagar sent a group of students to
visit a place of historical interest. You, Anant/ Anita, were its leader. Write a report in
150200 words for the school newsletter on the tour, describing the place, its history,
how you reached there and all that you have learnt. (All India 2017)
Answer:

Enlightening Visit
Tokonark Temple
By: Anant, Leader,

History Society Kendriya Vidyalaya, Krishna Nagar The History Society of our school
organised a visit for thirty-two students to the Konark Temple in Orissa. As the leader
of the group I was entrusted with a big responsibility to ensure that our travel, stay
and visit was smooth as well as informative. We reached Bhubaneshwar railway
station and took a deluxe bus from there to the Konark Temple which is about 65
kms away. After checking-in to our guesthouse, we were served lunch and given
pamphlets about the history of the Konark Temple.

We rested that night and went to see the temple the next day. On reaching there we
understood why the Konark Temple is an architectural marvel of India. It is believed
that it was built by King Narasimhadeva I of Eastern Ganga Dynasty. The temple
complex is in the shape of a gigantic chariot, having elaborately carved stone
wheels, pillars and walls. Konark houses a massive temple dedicated to the Sun
God. There are three images of the Sun God at different sides of the temple,
positioned in such a direction as to catch the sun’s rays in the morning, noon and
evening.

Our three-day visit to the Konark Temple was most enlightening and an experience
that enriched us about the amazing cultural heritage of India. We hope our History
Society organises more such trips to other historical sites.
Question 43.
You are Ram/Rajani, an N.C.C. cadet who attended Republic Day Parade in Delhi.
You study in Shyamala Public School, Salem. Write a report to be published in your
school magazine, in 150-200 words on Republic Day Camp & Parade. Don’t forget to
mention the floats and how you enjoyed the occasion. (Comptt. All India 2017)
Answer:

The Grandeur Of Republic Day Celebrations

By: Ram, N.C.C cadet
Shyamala Public School, Salem

Being an N.C.C cadet I got the privilege of attending the Republic Day Parade in
Delhi. I was awestruck by its sheer grandeur and magnificence. The parade
showcases not only India’s defence capability but also gives us a unique glimpse of
our cultural and social heritage.

The Republic Day Parade which is held in the capital city, New Delhi starts from the
Rashtrapati Bhavan, along Rajpath, past India Gate. Before its commencement, the
Prime Minister lays a floral wreath at the’ Amar Jawan Jyoti, a memorial to the
soldiers who laid down their lives during various wars. The President then unfurls the
National flag after which the different regiments of our armed forces march past with
their bands in all their fineries saluting their commander-in-chief, the President of
India.

Another highlight of the parade were the tableaus of different states that depicted
India’s culture and diversity. Each Indian state and Union Territory is represented by
a float that presents an aspect of its culture and is a visual treat. Watching the
Republic Day celebrations was the most enjoyable experience and it was my good
fortune to have got this opportunity to watch the parade from such close quarters, an
experience that I will not be able to forget. The celebrations came to an end and
everyone arose for the National Anthem following which the important dignitaries left
Rajpath.