CBSE Class 12 English Advertisements Worksheet Set 01

[SHORT COMPOSITIONS] ADVERTISEMENT

The word advertisement means a public notice or an announcement asking for or offering services, advertising for buying or selling property, household goods, vehicles etc. Advertisements are also used for giving information about missing persons, pets, goods and so on. The written draft of an advertisement is termed as copy. Advertisement is a very important tool for promotion of sales and services.

Marking Scheme
Format: 1 Mark
Content: 2 Marks
Expression (Grammatical accuracy, spellings): 1 Mark

Advertisements are of two types:
I. Classified Advertisements
II. Commercial or Display Advertisements

I. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS

The objective of these advertisements is to convey more while paying less. They are brief because they are charged per word or per column/line or according to the space they occupy in a newspaper. They are called classified because they are grouped into classes or categories according to their subject matter.

Some classified advertisements have a PO box added to them. This facility is provided to the advertisers at some extra cost to preserve their identity. It is generally used for Matrimonial Alliance advertisements.

Features of Classified Advertisement

• Categorised according to the subject matter and different classes.
• More economical as they occupy less space.
• Language simple and concise.
• Composed of short phrases or words.

Types of Classified Advertisements

• Situations Vacant/Wanted
• (Sale/Purchase
  • (a) Property
  • (b) Vehicle
  • (c) Household Goods
• To Let
• Missing (Persons and Pets)
• Lost and Found
• Travel and Tours
• Matrimonial Alliance
• Obituary
• Appeal
• Educational

Guidelines for Drafting Classified Advertisements

• They should always be drafted in such a way that they attract the readers to go through them.
• They should always be meaningful and interesting so that they can attract the attention of the readers.
• They should always have simple and effective language.
• They should always be brief and to the point.
• The name of the advertiser and the advertised product should be suitably highlighted.

TIP: To develop expertise in drafting advertisements, students are advised to read classified advertisement columns of leading newspapers.

1. Situations (Vacant/Wanted)

Details Required

• Start with 'Required' or 'Wanted'
• Name of post and number of vacancies
• Pay scale/Perks
• Company name
• Qualifications and experience required/Professional status
• Personal traits/Essential requirements and age
• Mode of application (E-mail/hard copy by post or courier)

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for vacant/wanted situations are given below

WANTED
Female Receptionist
2-5 yrs. exp. good command over Eng. Walk in Marwah Group. 10 B, Rajendra Park, Pusa Road, Opp. Vineet Hotel. 256982456 (11 am to 5 pm)

WANTED
A Senior Merchandiser/ Sampling Coordinator for An Export Garment Manufacturing Company Min. Exp 7 Years Walk-in Interview at W-11, Sector-11, NOIDA on 26th Nov, 5 pm to 7 pm

Required Semi Qualified Audit Assistants & Computer Operators/Office Assistant. for Accounts & Finance CA Firm Higher Salary for Deserving Candidates Apply Malik S & Co. 1/101, (LGF) Old Rajendra Ngr. Em:mkcompany.hr@gmail.com

Question. You are Vikram/ Sonia, an Honours graduate in History with specialisation in Medieval India. You are well acquainted with places of historical interest in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. You are looking for the job of tourist guide. Write an advertisement in about 50 words for the ‘Situations Wanted' column of a local newspaper. Your contact no is 999751234X.
Answer:
Situations Wanted
An Honours graduate in History with specialisation in Medieval India and well acquainted with places of historical interest in Delhi, Agra and Jaipur seeks a job as a tourist guide. Remuneration required is negotiable. Intending employers may contact me on e-mail: Vikram 1995@Yahoo.com or on my mobile no 999751234X.

Question. Principal, Sunrise Global School, Agra requires a receptionist for her school. Draft a suitable advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of a national newspaper giving all the necessary details of qualifications and experience required in the receptionist.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
WANTED Receptionist for Sunrise Global School, Agra. Qualification: graduate; fluency in English. Preferred: female of age group: 28 to 35; minimum three years experience. Salary and other benefits depending on experience and qualifications. Apply with complete bio-data before 25th of this month to the Administrative Officer of the school. Phone: 98734XXXXX

Question. You are Karan/ Karuna of M114, Mall Road, Delhi. You are a civil engineer and have recently returned from UAE. You are looking for a suitable job in India. Draft an advertisement for the same in about 50 words. Give details of your qualifications, experience, nature of job and expected remuneration.
Answer:
Situations Wanted
A B. Tech in Civil Engg from NIT, Jaipur with 3 years’ factory construction site experience in UAE as Shift Manager seeks a suitable job with a construction company. Remuneration required is negotiable. Intending employers may contact me on e-mail: Karan1990@Yahoo.com or on my mobile no 88025XXXXX.

Question. Your school, Akash Public School, Agra, needs a Canteen Manager. On behalf of the Principal, write an advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of a local daily. Mention the educational and professional qualifications, other qualities required in the manager, who to apply to and the last date for the receipt of applications.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
Principal of Akash Public School, Agra, requires a Canteen Manager for the school canteen. Candidates must be graduates with at least 5 years experience in managing a school canteen efficiently. Employment terms are negotiable. Apply within 10 days to the Principal on e-mail at principalakashps@gmail. com.

Question. You are General Manager, Hotel Dosa, Gurgaon. You need a lady Front Office Assistant with sound knowledge of computers. She must be a graduate and good in communication skills with pleasing manners. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in Gurgaon Times.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
Wanted a female Front Office Assistant with sound knowledge of computers in Hotel Dosa, Gurgaon. Candidate must be graduate, good in communication skills and well-mannered. Applicants having experience preferred. Walk-in on 11th March, 20XX from 11 AM to 2 PM with all original documents. For further information contact 996882842X. General Manager

Question. Gargi Public School in Agra requires cricket coaches. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words for the 'Situations Vacant’ column of the 'Daily Herald', stating your requirement regarding age, qualification, experience etc. You are Principal of the school.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
Gargi Public School, B-2, Gagan Vihar, Agra Ph. 2563642, 981324213X requires cricket coaches, preferably males below twenty five years of age with a minimum experience of 2-3 years. Qualification and salary as per government norms. Application forms available at school counter between 10 am and 4 pm. Should reach recruitment office tomorrow positively. Principal

Question. You are the Personal Assistant to GM, ABC Metal Company, Mumbai. Your General Manager has asked you to draft a Classified advertisement for a local daily for the requirement of two engineers. Draft the advertisement in not more than 50 words.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
Required two qualified Mechanical Engineers with a minimum experience of five years in metal refining. Remuneration commensurate with performance and output. Send CV within seven days to Personnel Manager, ABC Metal Company, 7, Vashist Complex, Malad East, Mumbai, with scanned copies of certificates to abcmumbai@gmail. com. Ph 2609000X, 2609333X

Question. Arihant Publications (India) Ltd situated in Delhi requires a Chief Editor for English. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words for the 'Situations Vacant’ column of the Times of India, stating the requirement regarding age, qualification, experience etc. Sign yourself as the General Manager of the publication.
Answer:
Situations Vacant
Arihant publications (India) Ltd, New Delhi requires a Chief Editor for English. The candidates should be below 40 years in age with Ph.D in English, they should also have atleast 5 years experience coping as an English editor. Salary not a constraint for deserving candidates. Send your resume to hr@arihant. com before 17th December, 20XX. General Manager

2a. Sale/Purchase (Property)

Details Required

• Start with 'Sale / Purchase' or 'Available / Wanted'
• Financial aspects / Cost
• Fittings and fixtures (optional)
• Area (sq m) and location, size, number of rooms etc.
• Contact address/E-mail/phone
• Type of property under consideration (Plot/Residential/Commercial /Industrial)

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for sale/purchase of property are given below for guidance.

For Sale: Beverly Park-II
MG Road, 3000 sq ft Apartment, Excellent Furnished, Reasonable Price, PEARL ESTATE, 981016880X

SALE
2BHK flat 1183 sq ft on 7th floor, covered car parking, east facing in Kendriya Vihar, Sector-56, Gurgaon. 905214578X, Email: kumar@gmail.com

For Sale EXCLUSIVE: GUEST HOUSES
20 Bedrooms in DLF Phase 1, 23 Bedrooms in DLF Phase 2, Duplex Villa, 360 Sq yd in Sun City, 913693456X, 991117799X

Question. You are Harish/Harshita of 12, Seva Nagar, Pune. You want to sell your flat as you are shifting to another city for work. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in The Pune Times under the classified columns.
Answer:
For Flat For Sale
Available a spacious, fully furnished flat in prime locality of Pune. Groundfloor, 2 BHK with full interior, modular kitchen and spacious balcony. Car parking available. East/park facing. 24hr water and power supply. Owner going abroad. Reasonable price. Contact Harish Jain Mobile - 9876XXXXXX

Question. You are Ram/ Rajani. Draft a classified advertisement in not more than 50 words, for the purchase of an independent bungalow, giving all the necessary details of your requirement. You can be contacted at 45678900.
Answer:
For Purchase - House
Wanted independent bungalow for use as company guest house in prime area of Bengaluru city. Must have at least 4 bedrooms with attached toilets, adequate parking space, 24 hrs water supply and power backup, servant quarter, cost reasonable. Contact: Sahil Sengar, Administration Manager, Tumkur Dresses Ltd, Phone 080 - 45678900.

Question. You need to buy a flat. Draft a suitable advertisement in about 50 words to be published in the classified columns of a local newspaper giving all the necessary details of your requirement. You are Karan/ Karuna, M114, Mall Road, Delhi.
Answer:
For Purchase - Flat
Wanted MIG flat Ground Floor in any Avas Vikas Colony in Kanpur city. Must be well maintained with running water and electricity connection. Title must be clear with no encumbrance. Willing to pay market rate. Contact on e-mail: Karuna 1993@Yahoo.com or on mobile no 99875XXXXX.

Question. You are Karan Kumar/ Karuna Bajaj, a leading lawyer practising in Surat. You want to buy an independent house at City Light Road to be used as office-cum-residence. Draft an advertisement in about 50 words for the classified columns of a local newspaper. You can be contacted at 45645678.
Answer:
For Purchase - Independent House
Wanted an independent house at City Light Road, Surat for office-cum-residence for a leading lawyer, should have servant quarters and balcony. Separate entry for parking, 24 hrs water supply, power backup, spacious rooms and lobby, CCTV security. Reasonable price will be preferred. Contact : Ms Karuna Bajaj phone no 079 - 45645678.

Question. You possess an acre of land in the heart of the city. You want to dispose of this property since you have decided to buy a flat. Write an advertisement to be published in a national daily, giving all the necessary details. You are Krishan of Moti Nagar, Delhi.
Answer:
Land For Sale
Prime property one acre in Sector 4, Gurgaon, near Railway Station and main road. Vacant well maintained plot with secure fencing and gate. Clear title, no encumbrance. Rate negotiable, according to market. Owner resides at Moti Nagar, Delhi. Contact owner Krishan Kalra, on e-mail: Krishan14@gmail. com or on mobile no 98102XXXXX.

Question. You want to sell your newly built flat. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in the classified columns of 'Hindustan Times’ giving all necessary details. You are Nimesh/ Nimisha of 228, Golf course, Jodhpur.
Answer:
Flat For Sale
Newly built HIG flat in Defence Colony, Jaipur. Ground floor, small compound, running water and electricity connection, garage for car, located near market. Clear title, no encumbrance. Rate negotiable, according to market. Owner Nimisha resides at 228, Golf course, Jodhpur. Contact on e-mail: nimisha39@gmail. com or on mobile no 99342XXXXX.

Question. You wish to shift to a new residence at Mohali. You are now wanting to sell your MIG flat. Advertise in the classified column "For Sale” in not more than 50 words about its sale.
Answer:
Property for Sale
Available MIG flat in Rajendra Nagar, main super market, Delhi 3 Bedrooms D/D, attach bathrooms, East/park facing with ample parking space, adequately furnished. 24 hrs power and water supply, four years old construction by RK Builders. Property rate is 89 lakh. Contact: Ram Sahai 942088111X/4301721X, E-mail: ramsahai@rsproperty.com

Question. You are Kartar Singh from Amritsar (Punjab), who wants to buy a plot for making a storehouse. Draft an advertisement for the same in 'The Times of India’ (classified column).
Answer:
For Purchase-Land
Required a plot on GT Road (Jalandhar-Phagwara or Jalandhar- Amritsar) with minimum 75 ft frontage with a total area of 1500-2000 sq ft (with built-up shed or open area). Send details with total area, location of land, ownership status, expected price and contact details. Contact : PO Box no. 75AC, The Hindustan Times’ or E-mail at : sbsingh123@gmail. com

2b. Sale/Purchase (Vehicle)

Details Required

• Start with 'Sale / Purchase' or ‘Available / Wanted'
• Vehicle type
• Model / Year of manufacturing
• Mileage and condition
• Colour and accessories fitted
• Insurance status
• Contact address / E-mail / phone

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for sale/purchase of vehicle are given below for guidance.

For Sale: Bullet Proof Vehicle TOYOTA FORTUNER SUV
White, 2011 Model Fully Armoured (BR Level-6) by Streit Group, UAE, Asking Price : Rs. 45 lacs
Call: +91-986655998X

For Sale: CAPTIVA CHEVROLET
Captiva LTZ Excellent condition single owner white clr, 65000 kms. Regd 20XX Aug, Comp Insurance Valid Oct 20XX,
Call: 963545789X

For Sale: HONDA ACCORD
Top model Honda Accord-2007 Automatic M. Grey single owner & FORD IKON 2006 fully loaded, new condition, both less used & well maintained
Call: 956564545X

For Sale: SKODA SUPERB
Diesel-V6 2008, Silver, Immaculate Condition, Automatic Sunroof, Single Owner, DL Regd.
Call: 963212458X

Examples

Question. You are Ram/ Rajani. Draft a classified advertisement, in not more than 50 words, to be published in India Times for the sale of a used motor car giving all the necessary details. You can be contacted at 12345679.
Answer: Car for Sale
Owner driven Accent Diesel Nov 2013, Navy blue colour. Done 75000 km. Battery recently replaced. With installed stereo system, AC. Immaculate condition, Cheque payment. Rate negotiable. Contact owner Lt Col Ram Singhania Phone: 011 - 12345679 or on e-mail: rsinghania13@ymail.com.

Question. You want to sell off your car as you are leaving the country. Draft a suitable advertisement to be inserted in 'The Hindu'. Write the advertisement in not more than 50 words.
Answer: Car for Sale
Owner driven Accent Diesel Nov 2013. Navy blue colour. Done 75000 km. Battery recently replaced. With installed stereo system, AC. Immaculate condition, Cheque payment. Rate negotiable. Contact owner Lt Col Ram Singhania Phone: 011 - 12345679 or on e-mail: rsinghania13@ymail.com.

Question. You plan to sell your motorcycle. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in the classified column of the ‘Hindustan Times', Delhi. Mention the details of the motorcycle. You are Ramesh, 15, Greater Kailash, New Delhi. Your mobile number is 984902162X.
Answer: VEHICLE for Sale
A Black Yamaha with disk brakes, double speed engine, 180 cc alloy wheels, digital meter, tail brake lights, mileage 50 km/h, sparingly used, sale price negotiable.
Contact : Ramesh 984902162X
15, Greater Kailash I, New Delhi.

Question. You want to sell your car, as you are going abroad. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in the classified columns of 'Hindustan Times'. Give necessary details of the car. You are Suman / Sushil, 21, Ram Nagar, New Delhi.
Answer: CAR for Sale
Top model Honda Accord-2005
Automatic M-Grey, single owner, power steering, central locking system, good running condition, fully insured, owner going abroad.
Contact : Sushil 981810372X,
21, Ram Nagar, New Delhi.

Question. You plan to sell your two-wheeler. Draft a suitable advertisement to be inserted in the classified columns of a local daily, giving all the necessary details in not more than 50 words. You are Neeraj/ Neeraja, 28, Gopal Nagar.
Answer: Scooter for Sale
Available pink colour ‘Scooty’ 2004 model single owner, 10000 km. Self start system, new tyres. Average 45 Km/ litre. Excellent condition with all accessories. Price negotiable. Contact owner Neeraja at 28, Gopal Nagar, Najafgarh.
Phone: 87654XXXXX or on e-mail: neeraja1983@ymail.com.

Question. You are Aradhna /Arpit staying at D-54, Fern Road, Shimla-2. You want to sell your car as you want to purchase a new one. Draft an advertisement giving relevant details (make model, condition, expected range of price) in 50 words.
Answer: CAR for Sale
Maruti Suzuki Kizashi White
Automatic transmission 2011, model showroom condition, only 7000 km done.
Call : 987352151X or Contact : Arpit at D-54, Fern Road Shimla-2.

2c. Sale/Purchase (Household Goods)

Details Required

• Start with 'Sale/Purchase' or ‘Available/ Wanted'
• Type of household item
• Product brand, model, year of manufacturing
• Product features
• Duration used/period of usage/when purchased
• Condition
• Expected expense
• Contact address/E-mail/phone

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for sale/purchase of household goods are given below for guidance.

For Sale
Brand new Videocon Colour TV 29" and LG Washing Machine model RC 121 bought one year ago and in excellent working condition. Owner going abroad. Price negotiable.
Contact 98113XXXXX or Kavitakaul17@gmail.com

Wanted
Vision for Oasis Waves Society (VOWS), an NGO working to uplift persons from weaker sections residing in urban slums, requires six second hand Colour TV sets of 29" size in good working condition for entertainment of the slum population. Contact President (VOWS) on phone 97101XXXXX or at vows@gmail.com.

Examples

Question. You have cleared your IIT Entrance Exam and so want to sell off the reading material you have with you. Write an advertisement to be placed in the 'For Sale' columns of a local daily giving all details of the material you have with you in not more than 50 words. You are Mohan/ Mohini. Contact no. 9811111111.
Answer: Available
Second hand IIT Entrance Exam reading material from FIITJEE available for all subjects. Price negotiable. Contact Mohini on mobile 9811111111 between 4 PM and 9 PM or on e-mail at Mohini1999@gmail.com.

Question. You want to sell a few (4 items) household items as you are going abroad. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in 'Dainik Bhaskar' under classified columns. You are Dinesh/Divya, Moti Ganj, Ballia.
Answer: Sale of Household Items
Available for immediate sale - household items, LG washing machine, dining table with six chairs set, Luminous Inverter, Godrej fridge, all in good condition at affordable price.
Contact : Divya, 36D, Moti Ganj, Ballia.
Ph : 941083110X

Question. You plan to sell some furniture of your house as you are going abroad. Draft a suitable advertisement in not more than 50 words to be inserted in the classified columns of a local daily, giving necessary details of the furniture. You are Sushil/ Sita, 18 Kamla Nagar, Kochi.
Answer: For Sale
Available furniture for house at reasonable rates, six seater sofa set, dining table with six chairs, centre table glass top, two wooden and two steel almirahs, four side tables, two double beds (with box), study table and computer table with chair.
Contact : Sita Sharma, 18 Kamla Nagar, Kochi.
Mobile 98996XXXXX.

Question. Your family is moving to a new city on account of transfer and wants to dispose immediately items of furniture and electrical equipment. Draft a clear advertisement to be inserted in a local newspaper giving necessary details of the articles, expected prices etc.
Answer: Sale of Household Goods
Available 8 seater sofa teakwood in excellent condition with dunlop seats, glass centre table, two Godrej steel almirahs, five Usha fans, one microwave, one toaster, one Electrolux food processor, one LG fridge, one dining table (glass top) with six chairs.
Reasonable sale offer, owner has been transferred.
Call : 983704215X

Question. You are Sumita/Sonu. You have cleared your IIT Entrance Examination. You wish to sell your IIT JEE Vidya Mandir practice material. Write an advertisement to be published in the classified column in not more than 50 words.
Answer: For Sale
Available practice material of IIT JEE Exam from Vidya Mandir in good condition. Solved, unsolved material of all subjects with practice papers (subjective and objective both) of Physics, Chemistry, Maths including qualifying material for English at very reasonable rates. Contact : Sonu, C/2 Raj Nagar, Ghaziabad.
Ph : 941068225X

3. To Let

Details Required

• Start with 'Available/Wanted'
• Type of accommodation to let or required on rent
• Brief description of the accommodation
• Size, floor, number of rooms etc
• Fixtures and fittings
• Location and surroundings
• Rent expected, agreement required
• Contact address / E-mail / phone

Sample advertisements from newspapers for ‘To Let’ are given below for guidance.

FLATS in SHOBHIT VIHAR For Rent
Walking distance from Shobhit Lok Shopping Complex, 3 Bedroom+Study, Full AC & Power backup with a beautifully landscaped terrace garden. Parking Available
931958858X, 921907668X

FARM HOUSE For Rent
LUXURY 5 Bedroom in CHHATARPUR with Swimming Pool Power backup/Air conditioned Fully landscaped in 2.5 Acres, Secured, Gated Complex, Embassies/ MNC Preferred
931958858X, 921907668X

Examples

Question. You would like to let out a portion of your independent house for office use. Write an advertisement for the classified columns of the local newspaper giving all the necessary details. Write the advertisement in not more than 50 words.
Answer: To Let
Two large rooms with attached toilet and separate entrance available for rent for office use. Located on main road near city centre, it has uninterrupted water and electricity supply. Ideal for companies setting up branch offices. Leave licence agreement compulsory. Rent negotiable. Contact Rajnish Sharma on phone 99934XXXXX or on e-mail at rsharma123@ymail.com.

Question. You are a businessman who wants to set up a small garment shop in your city. Draft an advertisement seeking a suitable space for rent, to be published in the 'Wanted Accommodation' column of a local newspaper. Write the advertisement in not more than 50 words.
Answer: Accommodation Wanted
Required suitable accommodation for setting up a small garment shop in a market area with uninterrupted electricity and water supply. The location should preferably be on a main road. Only genuine owners may contact Ratneshwar Sinha on phone 99967XXXXX or on e-mail at rsinha1979@gmail.com

Question. You have a three bedroom flat in Dwarka which you want to let out on rent. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in 'The Times of India' under classified columns.
Answer: For Rent
A fully furnished, three bedroom flat in Dwarka is available for rent. A drawing-cum-dining hall and balconies on both sides. 24-hour water and electricity. Parking facility also available. Nearest metro station just 1 km away. Interested parties may contact the undersigned between 7 to 9 in the evening.
Contact : Mr Gupta 996863245X, 2758902X.

Question. You are General Manager of EVL company, Delhi which requires posh bungalows on company lease as guest houses. Draft an advertisement in not more than 50 words under classified columns to be published in 'The New India Express'.
Answer: Accommodation Wanted
EVL company is looking for high-end bungalows in various posh locations in Delhi on company lease as guest houses. Uninterrupted water and electricity supply is a must. Near market and other facilities will be preferred.
Owners please contact
General Manager
EVL Company, Delhi Ph. : 011-4224627X

Question. You wish to give your flat on rent. Write an advertisement to be published in the local newspaper.
Answer: To Let
Newly constructed flat on first floor, facing park in Mayur Vihar-I, covered area 300 sq yards. Two bedrooms, attached bathrooms, drawing-dining, spacious kitchen and balcony, servant quarter and garage facility available. Uninterrupted water and electricity supply. For company lease only.
Contact: Sharan Sen 941078261X.

Question. You want to let out a portion of your house. Draft an advertisement giving details to be published in the 'To-Let' column of a newspaper giving your contact number 2645382X.
Answer: To Let
Newly built G-F Swasthya Vihar, two bedrooms, drawing-dining, two bathrooms, complete woodwork, parking facility, two sides open, expected rent Rs. 16000 per month.
Interested persons may contact at 2645382X.

4. Missing (Person & Pets)

Details Required

• Start with 'Missing'
• Identity marks
• Reward if any
• Person
  • Name, age, complexion, height and build
  • Clothes and identifying features
  • Physical description
  • Date and place missing from
  • Contact address /E-mail/phone
• Pet
  • Name, breed, colour of fur or skin
  • Identifying features
  • Answers to what name (optional)

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for missing persons or pets are given below for guidance.

Search for Missing Girl
General public is hereby informed that one girl namely Poonam Garg D/o Sh. Gopal Garg R/o H.No. A-128/1 Sidharth Complex, Railway Colony, Jafrabad, New Delhi.
Description of the girl:
Age: 19 Years, Height: 4'5", Face : Round Dark Complexion, Build: Thin, Wearing : check shirt and white colour salwar. She has been missing since 07.09.20XX from the jurisdiction of Jafrabad, New Delhi. In this regard a DD No. 13-B dated 08.09.20XX has been lodged at Jafrabad, New Delhi. Sincere efforts have been made by local Police to trace out the missing girl but no clue has come to light so far. Any person having any information or clue about this kidnapped girl may kindly inform the following.
Phone: 902457496X
SHO Jafrabad, New Delhi

Search for Missing Boy
General public is hereby informed that one boy namely Manoj Kumar S/o Sh. Chandan Kumar H.No. A-254 Main Road, Bahadurpur, New Delhi.
Description of the boy:
Age: 19 Years, Height: 5'5", Face: Oval, Dark Complexion, Wearing : Brown half-shirt and black pant. He has been kidnapped from the area Bahadurpur, New Delhi. Since 07.09.20XX from the jurisdiction of Bahadurpur, New Delhi. In this regard a DD No. 13-B dated 08.09.20XX has been lodged at Bahadurpur, New Delhi. Sincere efforts have been made by local Police to trace but no clue has come to light so far. Any person having any information or clue about this kidnapped boy may kindly inform to the following.
Phone : 90235763X
SHO Bahadurpur, New Delhi

Examples

Question. Your brother has been missing for one week. Write an advertisement to be published in a daily newspaper.
Answer: Missing-Person
My brother, Shantanu missing since 24th April, 20XX last seen Karol Bagh, while shopping with family. 16 years old, 5'6" tall. Fair complexion, black hair, speaks English and Hindi fluently. Wearing red T-shirt and blue jeans. Finder will be suitably rewarded.
Inform A-15, Rai Apartments, Sector 10, Dwarka
Call : Aneesh 934708818X.

Question. Your dog is missing for a week. Write an advertisement to be published in the missing column of classified advertisements in 'The Times of India' in not more than 50 words.
Answer: Missing-Dog
My pet dog Shadow is missing since 4th January, 20XX from South Extension. Bulldog, Black fur, 6 months old, wearing brown collar. If found please contact RK Dillon, B-312, South Extension, New Delhi.
Phone : 011-2327000X.

5. Lost and Found

Details Required

• Begin with identifying yourself
• Specify the item lost/found giving its brief description
• When/where lost/found
• Reward if any (for 'lost' only)
• Contact address/phone/e-mail

Sample classified advertisements from the newspapers for lost and found are given below for guidance.

I, Shyam Singh
S/o Sh. Yogesh Singh have lost my allotment letter for Flat no. D-124, Gurgaon Finder may
Contact at 961242451X

I, Ankit Singh
S/o Sh. Mangal Singh have lost my property papers. Plot No. D-121, Sector-9, Pune, Lakshmi Builders, Pune.
Contact at 901323251X

I, Gyandeep Kumar
HUF (R/o) C-2066, Sushant Lok, Gurgaon declare that have lost original receipt Prem Developers Ltd. drawn on HDFC Finder may
Contact at 968753597X

Examples

Question. You have lost your leather wallet containing your Examination Entry Ticket for Class XII while travelling by bus from Banshankari to MG Road in Bangalore. Write a classified advertisement in not more than 50 words to be published in the 'Deccan Herald'. You are Pranav/ Praveen, 12 Gandhi Road, Bangalore.
Answer: Lost & Found
Lost black leather gents wallet in BMTC Route no 581 while travelling from Banshankari to MG Road. Besides cash, it contained my Examination Entry Ticket for Class XII and other documents. Finder will be suitably rewarded. Contact Pranav on phone 98734XXXXX or at 12, Gandhi Road, Bangalore.

Question. Write an advertisement in not more than 50 words for the 'Lost and Found' column of the daily 'National Herald', Lucknow stating the loss of your wallet containing a DD for Rs. 32500 and some cash, while travelling by bus from Hazratganj to Nirala Nagar in Lucknow. You are Raman/ Roopa, 22 A Hazratganj, Lucknow.
Answer: Lost & Found
Lost black leather gents wallet in LMPS bus Route no 34 while travelling from Hazratganj to Nirala Nagar on 14th June, 20XX. Besides cash, it contains a DD for Rs. 32500 and other documents. Finder will be suitably rewarded. Contact Raman on phone 93359XXXXX or at 22 A Hazratganj, Lucknow.

Question. You have lost your mobile handset in the Delhi metro. Write an advertisement for the 'Lost and Found' column.
Answer: Lost & Found
I, Ranbir Mahajan, have lost my mobile in the metro, yellow line near Rajiv Chowk. The phone is golden in colour, model name- I phone 6s, with a golden cover. If anyone finds it, please return immediately. Finder will be suitably rewarded.
Phone : 011-2651210X

Question. You have lost your purse in a market. Write an advertisement for the 'Lost and Found' column of a newspaper.
Answer: Lost & Found
I, Sharmila Gupta, have lost my red coloured ladies bag in Sarojini Nagar Market yesterday. The bag carried my identity card, credit card and my mobile phone along with Rs. 5000 cash. Please return if found. The finder will get a reward.
Phone : 989923021X

Question. You have lost your passport at the airport. Write an advertisement for the lost and found column of a newspaper.
Answer: Lost & Found
I, Ramanand Atrey, have lost my passport, which was in a blue pouch, at the check in area of Terminal 3 at Indira Gandhi International Airport. Finder will be suitably rewarded to return it to B-6, Harihar Apartments, New Delhi.
Phone : 98998XXXXX

6. Travel and Tours

Details Required

• Begin with package available etc
• State the name of travel agency
• Specify destinations, duration etc
• Supply details of package-food/boarding/lodging sight-seeing etc
• Give estimated cost and special discount
• End with contact address/ e-mail/ phone

Sample classified advertisement from a newspaper is given below for guidance.

Shanti Travels & Tours Pvt. Ltd, Delhi
Attractive Discount on Domestic & International. Air Tickets with instant door step delivery with gift
Thailand Rs. 24999/- 5 Nights
Sri Lanka Rs. 35999/- 4 Nights
Maldives Rs. 57999/- 4 Nights
China Rs. 72999/- 6 Nights
Seychelles Rs. 65999/- 5 Nights
Mauritius with Singapore Rs. 70999/- 6 Nights
USA (Without Visa) Rs. 199999/- 11 Nights
New Zealand Rs. 109999/- 6 Nights
Canada Rs. 154999/- 7 Nights
981225690X, 981054233X

Examples

Question. Sita Travels, 284, Rohini Enclave, Delhi, offers a package tour for 3 nights/4 days in Mauritius for Rs. 10000 per person. Draft an advertisement for publication in a national daily in about 50 words. Give necessary details.
Answer: Travel and Tours
Attractive package available for Mauritius, 3 nights/ 4 days, breakfast and dinner, stay at 3 star hotel, sight-seeing included Rs. 10000 per person. Special discount for early birds. Contact Sita Travels, 227 Jagriti Enclave, Delhi. Phone 011-2536200X.

Question. Global Travels C-89, Connaught Place, New Delhi, offers its patrons cheapest air tickets for any destination by an airline besides offering consultancy and exchange service. Draft an advertisement for publication in a national daily in about 50 words.
Answer: Travel and Tours
Cheapest Air Tickets available for all airlines, all destinations, New York Rs. 35500, San Francisco - Rs. 35000, Toronto Rs. 34500, London Rs. 19400 Visa insurance, consultancy, buy/sell currencies. Visit Global Travels, C-89, Connaught Place, New Delhi. Phone 011-2372344X, 2445500X

7. Matrimonial (Alliance)

Details Required

• Appearance and age
• Caste/ sub caste, religion
• Education/professional qualification
• Qualities sought in partner
• Service, profession-income
• E-mail address /phone number (optional)
• Age, height, complexion
• End with box no c/o the daily (optional)
• Mention 'Bride Wanted/Bridegroom Wanted' at

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for matrimonial are given below for guidance.

Alliance for Garg Boy
1984/5'7" PGDBM Company Secretary Earning 5 LPA working as Asst. Professor in Finance in IMS Ghaziabad, father's aluminium factory, residing in Shakarpur, Delhi-92 E-mail: garg-33@gmail.com

Alliance
TALL, DYNAMIC Successful Entrepreneur son of cultured well settled affluent South Bombay family seeks proposals from truly beautiful, well matched independent girls from Veg Hindu families E-mail Profile & Pics to marriage21@gmail.com

Example

Question. A highly placed IT professional settled in UK seeks matrimonial alliance with an exceptionally beautiful, educated, cultured and tall girl of good status Punjabi family. Write a suitable advertisement for the 'Matrimonial' column of a national daily.
Answer: Bride Wanted
Alliance invited for a handsome, tall and cultured IT professional, 29 years, 180 cm tall, NRI settled in London as CEO of a reputed firm, exceptionally beautiful, highly educated and cultured girl between 21 and 25 and at least 5 feet 4 inches tall. Only status Punjabi families. Send details and photos at punjabi2332@gmail.com.

8. Obituary

Details Required

• Photograph and name / Father's name
• Message from family/ company
• Background / Accomplishments
• Names of persons giving obituary with their relationship to the deceased
• Date of birth and date of death
• Details of any special ceremony being held

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for obituary are given below for guidance.

In Loving Memory
Sdn. Vidya Wati W/o Late S. Hari Singh Kumar
We all miss you in every moment of our life & cherish your memories. Remembered by Inderjeet Singh, Navneet Singh Transport Group of Companies.

In Found of Everlasting Memory
Shri Ravikant Anand (01-12-19XX to 20-08-20XX)
Birthday Wishes
I send today to a star in the sky, not far away engraved in gold on a cloud above just for you dad with all my love.
In reverence-Sudha Rani (Wife), Pallavi, Priyanka

Example

Question. You are Dr S Narayanan living at 19 Mangesh Street, T Nagar, Chennai - 600017. Write an obituary, to be inserted in a local newspaper, for your father who died two days ago. Add details about the terahi ceremony to be held in his memory.
Answer: PROF. A. LAKSHMINARAYAN Aged 86, Director Prime Residences Pvt Ltd., Retired Prof. Electronics, MIT, Chennai attained salvation on 13th July, 20XX. Mourned by his wife Vijayalakshmi, sons Dr S Narayanan, Captain L.P. Raman, grandchildren, great grandchildren, relatives and friends. Terahi on 25th July at 19 Mangesh Street, T Nagar, Chennai - 600017. Phone: 88891XXXXX

9. Appeal

Details Required

• Reason for appeal
• Details of appeal
• Donations to be sent where / to whom
• E-mail/address and phone number
• Inserted by (name / designation)

Sample classified advertisement from a newspaper for appeal is given below for guidance.

APPEAL FOR IDENTIFICATION
General public is hereby informed that unidentified dead body of a male, wheatish, Complexion name unknown, age about 30 years, Height 5'8", build strong, Identification B.B.D. Tattooed on right forearm wearing: Blue colour T-Shirt & grey colour pant has been found on roadside near flyover Dilshad Garden Metro Station, Delhi. Any person having any information or clue about this dead body may kindly inform to the following.
Inspector
Dilshad Garden Metro Station, Delhi
Phone : 901312365X

Example

Question. Write an appeal in about 50 words addressed to Indians requesting donations for the martyrs of the Kargil war. The appeal is going to be published in the classified columns of a national daily. Sign yourself as Neera/ Nadeem, Head Girl/ Boy, Hill Top Public School, Nainital.
Answer: Appeal
All know that the country's brave security forces sacrificed their lives during the Kargil War to maintain our national honour and integrity. It's our duty to raise funds for the families of the martyrs. All are requested to donate money generously to the War Heroes Family Prime Minister's Relief Fund. Your collection should reach the undersigned by 5th February, 20XX.
Nadeem
Head Boy
Hill Top Public School, Nainital

10. Educational

Details Required

• Name of the institute
• Courses offered
• Eligibility and fee structure
• Time duration
• Job prospects/placement
• Discounts offered
• Address/phone no/e-mail

Sample classified advertisements from newspapers for education are given below for guidance.

Admissions going on for 1 year Diploma Course in Pre-Primary & Primary Teacher's Training for 20XX-XY. Morning & Afternoon Batches available. Hurry! Admission closing soon. Call 93113XXXXX. Book Now!

FINE ART DIPLOMA / CERTIFICATE COURSES at ROOP KUMARI INSTITUTE OF FINE ART (Govt. Regd.), Address: F-1XXX, Ashok Vihar, Ph-1, Delhi. (Near Keshavpuram Metro Station) Phone 96434XXX. www.roopchandifa.com

Examples

Question. Write an advertisement for the 'Educational' column of a newspaper for an institute offering different courses.
Answer: Educational
Get results IELTS, TOFEL basic advanced English speaking, personality development, interview, group discussion, public speaking, Anant's Advanced English and Communications, SCO 86-87, Circular Road, Pune.
E-mail: education8687@gmail.com

Question. You are Director of a coaching academy. Write an advertisement for publication in the newspaper for admission to the various courses in your institution.
Answer: Educational
Vision Business Management Institute offers one year diploma courses in Computer Programming and Business Management. Eligibility-senior secondary, batches of 20, subdivided into 4 groups for practical training/field work. Excellent faculty, fee Rs. 2500 payable quarterly. Last date for submitting applications 25th June. Contact: Director VBMI or phone: 2625980X.
E-mail: vbminstitute@yahoo.com