Notice Writing Class 7 th English Grammar Introduction

Notice Writing Class 7 th: English Grammar

Introduction What: Formal means of Communication (to many people or one to many) Purpose: To announce/ display information to specific group of people Definition: A small message written by an individual, a group, an organization or a body to draw attention of the readers to a certain issue that needs immediate attention or active participation. Structure (key points): Precise, Attractive, Simple Pinned up like this on specific display boards in schools/ public places

Why do we write a notice? A notice conveys information in a comprehensive manner. It is usually an advance information about: A happening General instructions An event A function An inauguration A Programme It could also be A notice for lost or found Public notices

Requirements (where) Cultural announcement Academic announcement Sport announcement Job announcement Announcement of births and deaths Celebrations Commercial activities i. e. in inauguration and sales, schedules and re-schedules of transport etc.

What should a Notice contain? Always write notice in a box Name of the organization/individuals issuing notice A headline/title - “NOTICE” Catchy headline to introduce the subject Date of issuance Content/ Body of the notice (Precise, Attractive, Simple) Writer’s signature, name and designation

Standard format of Notice

Points to Remember: 5 W’s What is going to happen: Event Where it is going to happen: Venue When it is going to happen: Date and Time Who is the target audience/group Whom to contact for any clarity/further information

Other Important Points In Passive Voice Write in a box Word limit: 40 -50 (only word in the body counted) Clear information Should not cause any misunderstanding or confusion Catchy, appealing – attract attention at once Bold letters, catchy slogans, striking words/ phrases No personal pronouns Short but grammatically accurate sentences

Conclusion Notice should be an eye-catching, simple, precise and attractive. It should attract the desired audience’s attention. If the audience read notice, our purpose of writing notices solved. Our objective should be clear enough and should not create any confusion among readers.

Write a Notice !! On the occasion of National Science and Technology do the Delhi public school New Delhi has decided to organize a Science Fair. Vikram, the secretary of the science society, wants to call a meeting of the office bearers of the society to discuss the arrangements for the fair. Write a notice in not more than 50 words.

Notice: Answer

Thank You !! Any Queries/ Doubts?