Pranshu's English Classroom (CBSE)

  Poster making   Posters are placards displayed in a public place announcing or advertising something. Posters are notices, advertisements and invitations—all in one.The purpose of designing a poster is either to create social awareness about issues related to current problems and needs, or to advertise or even to extend public invitations and display notices.   Things to remember Posters should be colourful, attractive and appealing. (i) They must be drafted carefully to attract the attention of the readers,influence their imagination and minds. (ii) Posters are read from a distance. Do not give many details in a poster. Highlight only important issues.   Main features of a poster (a) Layout ●     Visually attractive/Eye Catching ●     Title-suggestive/catchy ●     Use slogan, jingle or short verse ●     Sketch or simple drawings ●     Letters of different size and sh...

  Advertisement A classified advertisement is a small advertisement that you put in a newspaper or a magazine, usually because you want to sell or buy something or to find or offer a job. It can also be written to rent out or seek a house on rent.   Classified Advertisement Format A classified advertisement has the following parts –   1.Title / heading – The heading of the classified advertisement is given in the top centre. Generally, it comprises one or two words. The titles are specific according to the purpose of the classified advertisement. For example a classified advertisement for giving a space on rent has the title “To let”, an advertisement for seeking workers will be titled “situation vacant.”   2.Body – The body of the classified advertisement comprises the details of the issue at hand. It has to give out the related important details which are essential first hand information for the reader to make an informed decision. Generally, it ends wi...

  Speech Writing   Speech refers to a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience.   1. Heading – The heading should be catchy and in not more than 5-6 words. You can go as creative as you want with this one just make sure you do not devote too much time to it in the exam.   2. Opening line- This includes salutations, introduction, and the topic. Example – Respected Principal, teachers, and my dear friends! Today, I (the name is given in the question) stand before you all to speak on the topic “(given in the question)”. OR   you could start with a quote related to the topic and then go with the salutations and introduction. 3. Body- It is the main part of your writing piece. 4. It is always prescribed that you begin with a short introduction on the topic, it’s meant to be precise. 5. Then you need to explain the current situation, the problems (if any), and whether after any corrective actions, betterment in the situation has been obs...

Debate Writing A debate is formal discussion on a particular matter in a public meeting or legislative assembly, in which opposing arguments are put forward and which usually ends with a vote.   Points to remember-   1.The first and the foremost step is to choose the side, whether you want to write for, or against the motion. Always try to select the side you personally want to support and have more material information to write on. It is preferable to make a choice during the reading time.   2. An ideal debate must consist of 4 paragraphs, namely, Introduction/Salutations, Problem, Solution and the concluding part.   Format -   1.Introduction- This includes salutations and the topic (including FOR/AGAINST the motion).   For Example:- Good morning everyone. Esteemed judges, honourable guests, respected teachers and my fellow students. I, (name given in the question or else, XYZ) feel honoured to have been given the opportunity to speak (FOR/AG...