CBSE Class 12 English sample paper 2023-24: question 6(B)
From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2023-24, section B, question 6(B), for 5 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.
Q6(B) · 5 marks · WritingCompetency-basedReport Writing
The R.W.A (Resident Welfare Association), Nandipura -II, launched a volunteer programme for the young adults in and around the neighbourhood, on 18 January 2023. As Sunitha. J, the local correspondent of the neighbourhood newsletter, write a report, covering this event. Support your ideas with outline cues given below, to craft your report.
Figure in the paper: Box of cues: which volunteer programme? - purpose of the launch event - its importance; activities that took place - who attended?; any key messages delivered?; how were young adults encouraged to join the volunteer program?; any resources and information provided to attendees?; any insight into follow-up activities planned?; what impact is expected to be achieved in the community? See it in the official paper.
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Hints
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Hint 1
A report has a headline, byline, place and date.
Hint 2
Work through the cues in order: purpose, activities, who attended, messages, follow-up.
Hint 3
End with expected impact and a quote from a participant.
Step-by-step solution
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Format: headline 'Nandipura-II Launches Youth Volunteer Programme', byline 'By Sunitha. J, Correspondent', place and date: Nandipura, 18 January 2023.
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Introduction: the R.W.A. launched a volunteer programme for young adults to involve them in community service, which builds responsibility and stronger neighbourhoods.
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Body: the event included an orientation, a pledge-taking and a short cleanliness activity. Many youngsters and residents attended. Key message: small acts of service make a big difference. Youth were encouraged through sign-up desks, certificates and flyers giving information.
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Conclusion: follow-up weekly drives are planned, and the programme is expected to improve cleanliness and cohesion. A participant said, 'I feel proud to give back.'
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Paragraphs and accuracy, about 120-150 words.
Answer: A newsletter report on the R.W.A. Nandipura-II youth volunteer programme launch of 18 January 2023.
Where the marks are
- Headline, byline, place and date (1 mark)
- Purpose and importance of the event (1 mark)
- Activities, attendees, messages, resources (1 mark)
- Follow-up, impact and participant quote (1 mark)
- Organisation and accuracy (1 mark)
Revise the chapter
- Chapter: Report Writing (notes, formulas, where marks are lost and every past question)
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