Education through self help is our motto Karmveer

“Education through self -help is our motto” Karmveer Rayat Shikshan Sanstha’s Adivasi High School Poshera Ta. Mokhada Dist. Palghar Std - 10 th - By Mr. Gandhe G. P. {D. Ed. B. A. B. Ed. M. Ed. }

Specific Objectives Of Writing Skill To enable the students to 1. Master the mechanics of writing including the use of Punctuation, capitalletters and spellings. 2. Write correctly, neatly and legibly with a reasonable speed. 3. Write grammatically acceptable and situational appropriate forms of English. 4. Write answers to questions on textual/ non-textual reading material. 5. Frame statements, questions, commands and requests for their use in different contexts. 6. Develop a paragraph on a given theme considering logical sequence and connective devices. 7. Write formal and informal letters with the help of given points. 8. Develop a story with the help of given outline/points. 9. Write short imaginary write ups e. g. personal essays, compositions with the help of guidelines. 10. Write short reports based on interviews, events and talks. 11. Describe states and processes with the help of given guidelines. 12. Write a short conversation with the help of given guidelines. 13. Transfer info from nonverbal to verbal forms such as from tables,

WEIGHTAGE TO BE GIVEN TO THE VARIOUS ASPECTS OF THE SYLLABUS 1 2 3 4 Reading Skill (Textual and non-textual) Grammar Writing skill Oral test 40% 15 % 20%

LETTER WRITING Informal Letter Formal Letter

A letter is a written communication between two persons or parties on a particular subject, matter, issues, incidents etc. Writing skill is an art. If you decorate it, it will be more attractive.

Informal letter – “A letter which is written to friends, relatives, members of the family is called as informal letter. ’’

Points to remember while writing letters - 1. 2. 3. 4. Use the given points/contents/questions. Use the relevant additional content and vocabulary. Arrange the matter in a well –linked order. Take care of grammatical accuracy, correct spelling and punctuation marks. 5. Make sure that the letter conveys the desired message clearly. 6. Write a letter in a style that reflects your personality. 7. Be courteous in your writing. 8. Divide the message in paragraphs. 9. Avoid short forms as far as possible. 10. Include your own view points and opinions on the topic only when required. 11. Choose the most appropriate words, phrases and

Format of informal letter 1. sender’s address 2. Date 3. Salutation 4. Body of the letter 5. Complementary close 6. signature

Parts of letter 1. Sender’s address: It is placed at the top right of the page. 2. Date : It is placed below the writer’s address. 3. Salutation : It depends on the nature of relationship between the addressor ( the writer) and the addressee (the person to whom the letter is written. ) It starts from the left margin of the page. 4. Body of the letter: The content matter of the letter may be divided into paragraphs according to the number of ideas empress. It is written below salutation leaving left margin. 5. Complimentary close or the subscription : The letter must be ended in a courtious manner. It is written at bottom right of the page. The complimentary close must match the salutation. 6. Signature : The writer must sign his/her name below the complimentary close.

Beginnings of the letters I am sorry that I couldn’t……………. . I have received your letter and was very happy/ unhappy. I am very glad to learn/ hear that………… Heartily congratulation for your grand success in ……………. I was shocked to receive the sad news of …………. . I am very glad to inform you that…………. I was extremely sorry to learn about the sad and sudden death of your…. . My heartiest congratulations to you on…………………

Ending of letters ( conclusion) Ø Please, convey my regards to your…………. Ø Ø Ø Ø Again wishing you a long , healthy and happy life. Awaiting a favorite and early reply Reply soon. Thanking you in anticipation. With best regards to elders and love to children With love to love. Wish you all the best for your next attempt. Once you have finished writing your letter, you must sign of your letter, again with different modes of concluding for different types of letters

Salutation and Conclusion Relationship Salutation Complimentary close Father/Mother/Aunt/ Dear…………………. Uncle/Grandfather Yours lovingly/Yours affectionately Elder brother/sister Dear brother/sister Yours lovingly/Yours affectionately Younger brother/sister Dear …………(name)) Yours lovingly/Yours affectionately Friends Dear friend (name) Yours sincerely Strangers Dear Sir/Madam Yours faithfully/truly Teacher/headmaster/ Respected Sir/Madam Principal Yours obediently/respectfully All business letters Yours faithfully Dear Sir/Madam

Formal letters – These are official letters, business letters, applications and the letters to the government authorities, editors etc.

Formal letter Application complain Order Business

Format of formal letter 1. sender’s address 2. Date 3. Name Designation Address of the addressee 4. Ref : 5. Sub : 6. Salutation 7. Body of the letter 8. Complementary close 9. signature

Various subjects of formal letters 1. Permission to visit………… 2. Complain about/ against………. . 3. An application for the post of……… 4. Request to supply…………. .

Reference of formal letters Your advertisement in' ……………' dated …………….

Beginning of formal letters Begin your letter with a humble request and write in courteous language like – 1. I wish to apply for the post of……………. 2. With reference to your advertisement in the ………. Dated ……I would like to apply for the post of ……. in your reputed concern. 3. With reference to the above subject I

Ending of formal letters 1. If I am selected I shall try my best to satisfy the authorities. 2. Hoping to receive a favorable response from you at your earliest. 3. Expecting your possible reply. 4. I hope to get an opportunity to work with you.

THANK YOU -Mr. Gandhe G. P.