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An invitation had been… (Class 12 English SQP 2024-25, Q4B)

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EnglishCBSE Class 12 · Sample paper, session 2024-25 · 4 marks · Writing

CBSE Class 12 English sample paper 2024-25: question 4(B)

From the official CBSE sample question paper for 2024-25, section B, question 4(B), for 4 marks. Try it first; the hints and our step-by-step solution are below.

Q4(B) · 4 marks · WritingCompetency-basedInvitation and Reply

An invitation had been issued by Mr. Cherian, the HR Head of your company inviting you for the company picnic. As Joseph Vijayan, Asst. Manager, Operations, draft a reply in not more than 50 words, consenting to attend.

Source: official sample paper from cbseacademic.nic.in (PDF). See it in the full Sample paper 2024-25.

Hints

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Hint 1

Begin by thanking the host for the invitation.

Hint 2

State clearly that you accept, and mention the event, date and venue.

Hint 3

Close formally with your name.

Step-by-step solution

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  1. Format: formal reply in the first person, with sender, date and salutation.

    1 mark

  2. Joseph Vijayan
    Asst. Manager, Operations
    10 August 2025

    Dear Mr. Cherian,

    Thank you for your invitation to the company picnic on 24 August 2025 at Lakeview Resort. I am happy to accept and will attend with my family. I look forward to a relaxed day with colleagues.

    Sincerely,
    Joseph Vijayan

    3 marks

Answer: A formal acceptance reply from Joseph Vijayan to Mr. Cherian in about 50 words.

Where the marks are

  • Correct reply format (1 mark)
  • Content: thanks, acceptance, reference to the event details (2 marks)
  • Accuracy of language, within 50 words (1 mark)

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