CBSE Class 10 English Analytical Paragraph Writing Assignment Set 12

Question 1. Read the following excerpt taken from an article that appeared in the magazine section of a local daily:
"A recent study found that due to the pressure of studies and addiction to the Internet and television, children are sleeping less than the required eight hours."
Given below are some findings of the study. Taking help from the clues, write an analytical paragraph in 100-120 words for your school magazine.
(i) Pressure of studies
(ii) Spending time on social media, internet surfing
(iii) Watching television
(iv) Sleeping less at night
(v) Inattentive and sleepy during daytime
(vi) Hampered growth and development
Answer:
Children Under Threat
The increasing burnout among children prompted researchers to study its reasons. The study involved following the routine of school-going children. The results indicate that students are under pressure both at school and at home. Teachers want timely submissions and parents expect high grades. This puts an undue burden on children and makes them stay up late. They often do not sleep for eight hours, which affects their health. They feel lethargic during the day and are inattentive in class, which makes it difficult to comprehend concepts. Modern gadgets are another distraction; children spend many hours on social media and phone calls. Without realising it, they lose time which could have been used for studying, thereby adding to stress. Parents must ensure that children get complete rest. They must work with schools to relieve pressure on children.

Writing Tips:
1. Use every cue, linking cause (pressure, screens) to effect (less sleep, poor growth).
2. End with a suggestion for parents and schools.

Question 2. 'Colorism' is the term describing the preference for lighter skin. Several of the world's biggest advertising firms have come under severe criticism for selling beauty products that promise whiter skin. What is worse is the manner in which these fairness products are being promoted - the parallel drawn between being fair and being successful; the perfect fair heroine showcased in movies; celebrity endorsements of fairness products; and matrimonial advertisements where everyone seeks a fair bride. This type of advertising has created an inferiority complex among darker skinned women as seen in the rising sales of fairness cosmetics. This form of biased advertising has come under harsh criticism. Are we as a society encouraging and supporting 'colorism'?
Write a paragraph in 100-120 words to analyse the given argument.
Answer:
The Horror of Colorism
Fair skin is as beautiful as any other skin. But society puts fair skin on a pedestal. It does that by preferring models with fair skin for advertisements and casting fair-skinned actors and actresses in movies. It has become a standard for wealth and high social standing. Cosmetic products such as skin-whitening creams sell like hot cakes in the market. It is proof that the notion 'fair is beautiful' is prevalent in society. Such a notion only works to create dissatisfaction and unhappiness. It is best for all of us if society gets rid of such ideas so that people feel good in their skin.

Writing Tips:
1. Answer the question raised in the extract with evidence from it (ads, films, matrimonials).
2. Conclude with a clear opinion.

Question 3. Write an analytical paragraph in 100-120 words based on the following extract:
Regulation of hate speech and disinformation on the Internet is a must, and intermediaries, including digital news media and social media platforms, have an accountable role to play. The IT Rules' specifications on giving users prior notice before removing content or disabling access and on intermediaries coming up with periodic compliance reports are well taken. Social media intermediaries should not shut down users' posts or communications except in the interests of public order and to avoid legal consequences.
You may begin like this: The extract highlights the necessity of regulating hate speech and disinformation on the Internet....
You may end like this: There is a need for a balanced approach.
Answer:
Regulating Hate Speech and Misinformation Online
The extract highlights the necessity of regulating hate speech and misinformation on the Internet, emphasising the responsible role of intermediaries such as digital news media and social media platforms. The specified requirements of the IT Rules, such as providing users with prior notice before content removal and the creation of periodic compliance reports, are deemed appropriate. It is argued that social media intermediaries should refrain from indiscriminately shutting down users' posts or communications, unless it is to maintain public order or prevent legal repercussions. This underscores the need for a balanced approach to online content moderation, acknowledging the importance of accountability while also preserving freedom of expression. There is a need for a balanced approach.

Writing Tips:
1. Restate the main claim of the extract in your own words first.
2. Show both sides: accountability of platforms and freedom of expression.

Writing Tips:
1. Compare the two vendors point by point: customisation, price, extras, sustainability.
2. Acknowledge Vendor B's slightly higher price and justify it with the added value.

Writing Tips:
1. Select only the traits that support your side; do not list all nine.
2. Explain how each trait affects leadership, not just what the trait is.