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EnglishCBSE Class 12 · Sample paper, session 2023-24 · 5 marks · Writing

CBSE Class 12 English sample paper 2023-24: question 5(A)

From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2023-24, section B, question 5(A), for 5 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.

Q5(A) · 5 marks · WritingCompetency-basedJob Application with Bio-data

Attempt ANY ONE of two, in about 120-150 words.

You are Damanjit Singh, a fresh graduate of film-making (BFA), from JTTI, Chandigarh. You saw the given advertisement in the newspaper and wish to apply for the position advertised. Write a letter to Mili Johar Arts, along with your bio-data, expressing your interest in the advertised post.

Figure in the paper: Advertisement by Mili Johar ARTS: 'ASSISTANT DIRECTORS wanted. For Feature Film. Opportunity for aspiring Assistant Directors. WHO DO WE NEED? Freshers. Experienced, both welcome. REQUIRED - Degree/Diploma in Film Making. Skills: Camera handling, functional knowledge of Marathi, exceptional communication skills and ability to multi-task. Please send your resumes to- The Johar House, Offices 05-06, Diyali Hill, Mumbai (latest by 23 July 2023)'. Has a clapperboard logo. See it in the official paper.

Source: official sample paper from cbseacademic.nic.in (PDF). See it in the full Sample paper 2023-24.

Hints

Open one hint at a time and try again before the next.

Hint 1

Open by naming the advertisement and the post.

Hint 2

Match your skills to those the advertisement asks for.

Hint 3

Mention the enclosed bio-data and close politely.

Step-by-step solution

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  1. Format: sender's address (Damanjit Singh, Sector 22, Chandigarh), date, receiver's address (The Manager, Mili Johar Arts, The Johar House, Offices 05-06, Diyali Hill, Mumbai), Subject: Application for Assistant Director, salutation 'Sir/Madam'.

    1 mark

  2. I refer to your advertisement and wish to apply for Assistant Director for your feature film. I am a fresh BFA graduate in film-making from JTTI, Chandigarh, and I believe I am suited to the post.

    1 mark

  3. I am skilled in camera handling, have working knowledge of Marathi, communicate well and can multi-task. I gained practical experience through an internship and short films made as part of my course.

    1 mark

  4. My bio-data is enclosed. References are available on request. I would be grateful for an interview. Yours sincerely, Damanjit Singh. Enclosure: bio-data.

    1 mark

  5. Organised in paragraphs, with accurate language, about 120-150 words.

    1 mark

Answer: A formal covering letter applying for Assistant Director, with bio-data enclosed.

Where the marks are

  • Correct formal letter format (1 mark)
  • Reference to the advertisement and suitability (1 mark)
  • Profile: qualification, skills, experience (1 mark)
  • Organisation, bio-data enclosure and close (1 mark)
  • Accuracy of spelling and grammar (1 mark)

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