CBSE Class 7 English Notices, Letters, Articles and Stories Worksheet Set 35

Answer: NOTICE
Save Your Environment Programme
20 October
All students are informed that the Eco-Club will launch the 'Save Your Environment' programme from 1 November in the school. Activities include tree plantation, a poster contest and a plastic collection drive. Interested students should give their names to the Club Secretary by 28 October. Meet in the school garden at 8:30 a.m. on 1 November.
Secretary, Eco-Club

Teacher's Note:
1. A notice has a heading, date, subject, details of the event and the writer's designation.
2. Keep it brief and in the passive or neutral tone.

Answer: NOTICE
School Trek to the Valley of Flowers
15 October
Students of Classes VII and VIII who wish to join the trek to the Valley of Flowers from 20 to 24 November should submit their names and parental consent forms to the committee by 30 October. The fee is to be paid at the office. Trekking shoes, a water bottle, warm clothing and a rain jacket are essential. A short meeting will be held in the school hall on 31 October at 1:30 p.m.
Secretary, Outstation Trip Committee

Teacher's Note:
1. Name the destination, dates, last date to register, things to carry and the meeting details.
2. Avoid unnecessary descriptions.

Answer: To: rohit@example.com
Subject: My vacation adventure
Dear Rohit,
I hope you are well. I must tell you about my river-rafting trip in Rishikesh this summer. We wore life jackets and helmets and a guide steered our raft through the rapids. At one point the raft almost tipped and we all screamed, but we managed to stay in. Later we jumped into the calm water for a swim. It was thrilling and I want you to join me next year.
Write soon.
Your friend,
Sagar

Teacher's Note:
1. An informal e-mail needs a subject line, greeting, short paragraphs and a friendly close.
2. Describe one event in detail rather than many in brief.

Answer: To: neha@example.com
Subject: A little advice
Dear Neha,
I noticed that you spend hours on shopping apps. This wastes your time and money and tempts you to buy things you do not need. It also affects your studies and sleep. Why not set a daily time limit and use the spare time for a hobby or sports? You will feel more energetic and save money too.
Take care.
Yours lovingly,
Anu

Teacher's Note:
1. Advice should be polite and give clear reasons.
2. Suggest a better alternative at the end.

Answer: GRAND OPENING: HAPPY TOYS
Bhargav Plaza, Amritsar
Soft toys, board games, remote-controlled cars, puzzles and educational kits for all ages.
Opening offer: 20% off on all items for the first week.
Free gift for every child on the opening day, Sunday, 8 November, at 11:00 a.m.
Come, shop and smile!

Teacher's Note:
1. An advertisement should attract attention with a catchy heading.
2. Include the place, products, offer and opening date.

Answer: FLAT TO LET
Spacious 3-bedroom flat in Sector 62, Noida. Furnished, with parking, lift and power backup. Near metro and market. Rent negotiable. Family preferred.
Contact: Box No. 118, c/o this newspaper.
(Word count: about 30.)

Teacher's Note:
1. Classified advertisements must stay within the given word limit.
2. Include location, features, rent condition and contact.

Answer: Title: Kindness Repaid
A slave once ran away from his cruel master and hid in a forest. There he saw a lion crying in pain. The slave bravely went near and found a thorn in its paw. He gently pulled it out and the lion felt relieved. It licked his hand and walked away.
A few months later the slave was caught by his master's men. The master ordered him to be thrown before a hungry lion. The lion rushed at him with a roar, but then it recognised the slave and remembered his kindness. Instead of attacking, it sat by his feet. The master was astonished and set the slave free.
Moral: Kindness is never wasted.

Teacher's Note:
1. A story needs a title, a clear beginning, middle, end and a moral.
2. Use the past tense throughout.

Answer: Title: Slow and Steady Wins
One day a hare laughed at a tortoise for walking so slowly. The tortoise was not ashamed. He calmly challenged the hare to a race, and the hare agreed. At the start the hare went away in great leaps and was soon far ahead. Feeling sure that he would win, he lay down under a tree for a nap. The tortoise kept moving, step by step, without stopping. When the hare woke up, he saw the tortoise near the winning post. He ran as fast as he could but it was too late. The tortoise had won the race.
Moral: Slow and steady wins the race.

Teacher's Note:
1. Follow the outline in the same order.
2. Fill gaps with small connecting details.

Answer: Time Management
by Anubhav, Class VII
Time is the most valuable thing we have, and once it is lost it cannot be recovered. Good time management helps us finish work on time and gives us space for play and rest. We should make a daily timetable, do the hardest task first and avoid delays and long hours on screens. Setting small targets also keeps us motivated. Students who plan their day find studies easier and feel less stress. So let us make every minute count.

Teacher's Note:
1. An article needs a title, by-line and an introduction, body and conclusion.
2. Use the present tense and a persuasive tone.

Answer: The Value of Books
by Vineeta, Class VII
Books are our best friends. They never judge us, and they teach, entertain and inspire us. Through books we travel to distant lands and meet great people of the past. Reading widens our vocabulary and sharpens our imagination. In today's world of mobile screens, a book still gives peace and focus. Let us visit our school library regularly and make reading a daily habit.

Teacher's Note:
1. Start with a striking line about the topic.
2. Give two or three benefits before ending with a suggestion.

Answer: Total income = 26,000 + 2,500 + 3,000 + 2,000 + 4,000 = Rs 37,500. Total expenditure = 11,000 + 6,000 + 7,000 + 4,500 + 800 + 1,800 + 1,500 = Rs 32,600.
The family earns Rs 37,500 a month, and salary is the biggest source, about 69% of income. The largest expense is the housing loan instalment, followed by food and children's education. Phone bills are the smallest item. After all expenses the family saves Rs 4,900 a month.

Teacher's Note:
1. First add up each table and then write the comparison in your own words.
2. Mention the highest, the lowest and the savings.

Answer: EACH ONE TEACH ONE
DONATE BOOKS, SPREAD KNOWLEDGE
Give your old course books, storybooks and novels to children who cannot afford them.
Collection box: School reception, from 2 to 14 November.
Slogans: 'A book you give is a future you build.' 'Share your books, light a mind.'
Organised by the school Social Service Club

Teacher's Note:
1. A poster needs a bold heading, short lines, slogans and collection details.
2. Keep sentences short and eye-catching.

Answer: Monday, 2 November
9:00 p.m.
Dear Diary,
Today was one of the happiest days of my life. When the Principal announced my name as the winner of the essay competition, I could hardly believe it. I walked on to the stage with trembling legs and received the trophy and a certificate. My parents and teachers clapped loudly, and my friends cheered. I felt proud and thankful for all the hard work. I promise to keep writing and to improve.
Good night.

Teacher's Note:
1. A diary entry has the date, time, personal feelings and informal language.
2. Write in the first person and past tense.

Answer: Sector 4, Saraswati Enclave
New Delhi
4 November
The Editor
The Times of India
New Delhi
Subject: Nuisance by beggars and illegal vendors
Sir,
Through your newspaper I wish to draw attention to the growing problem in our locality. Beggars and street vendors have occupied the pavements and roads, so pedestrians have to walk on the road and traffic jams are common. Garbage and noise have also increased. I request the authorities to remove them and arrange proper vending zones.
Yours faithfully,
Priya

Teacher's Note:
1. A formal letter has the sender's address, date, receiver, subject, salutation and complimentary close.
2. State the problem and then request action.

Answer: CAMPAIGN AGAINST POLYTHENE BAGS
By a Staff Reporter
Greenwood Society held a campaign against the use of polythene bags in the city on Sunday. About 200 volunteers marched through the main market carrying placards and distributing cloth and jute bags. Shopkeepers were asked to stop giving plastic bags. A street play showed how polythene chokes drains and harms animals. The chief guest, the Mayor, praised the effort and promised strict action against sellers of banned bags. Many shoppers pledged to use cloth bags in future. The Society plans to continue the drive every month.

Teacher's Note:
1. A report has a headline, reporter's name and facts in the past tense.
2. Answer what, where, when, who and how.

Answer: Title: Raju's Clever Plan
One night a leopard entered Nurpur village while everyone was asleep. In the morning Raju found one of his pets missing and guessed it was the leopard's work. He thought of a plan. He dug a deep ditch near his house and covered it with a mat. That night the leopard returned and jumped towards the bait. It fell straight into the ditch. The villagers rushed out when they heard the roar. They informed the forest officials, who took the leopard away and left it in the jungle. Everyone praised Raju for his courage and quick thinking.

Teacher's Note:
1. Use the outline points in order and make a title.
2. Join the points with simple linking words.

Answer: SITUATION VACANT
Receptionist required at a reputed school.
Qualification: graduate with good English and computer skills.
Experience: one year preferred.
The candidate must be pleasant, smart and well spoken.
Apply with a résumé within seven days to the Administrative Officer, Vasant International School.

Teacher's Note:
1. Situation-vacant advertisements list the post, qualification, qualities and last date.
2. Use a bold heading and short lines.

Answer: NOTICE
Model Making Competition
6 November
The Social Science Club will hold a model making competition on 18 November at 11:00 a.m. in the activity room. The theme is 'Heritage of India'. Students of Classes VI to VIII may take part individually or in pairs. Material will be provided by the students. Names must be given to the Club In-charge by 12 November.
Radhika, Head Girl, Social Science Club

Teacher's Note:
1. Include the event, date, time, venue, theme and the last date of registration.
2. Sign with the name and designation.

Answer: Cleanliness: A Virtue
Cleanliness is next to godliness. A clean body keeps us healthy and a clean surrounding keeps diseases away. We should bathe daily, wash our hands before meals and throw waste only in dustbins. Schools and public places should be kept tidy by everyone. Campaigns like Swachh Bharat remind us that cleanliness is a habit, not a task for one day. A clean person earns respect and a clean place attracts visitors. Let us all pledge to keep our homes, schools and country clean.

Teacher's Note:
1. Begin with a proverb and give reasons in the body.
2. End with a call to action.

Answer: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel was born in 1875 in Gujarat. He was called the 'Iron Man of India' for his toughness and self-respect. He studied law in a foreign university and stood first in the law examination. After meeting Mahatma Gandhi he joined the freedom struggle and entered politics. He was jailed for his part in the Quit India Movement in 1942. After independence he became the first Home Minister of free India in 1947 and brought the princely states together into one nation. He died in Mumbai in 1950.

Teacher's Note:
1. Write a bio-sketch in the third person and past tense.
2. Arrange the hints in order of time.

Answer: To: editor@example.com
Subject: Rising casualties on railway tracks
Sir,
I wish to express my concern about the growing number of deaths on railway tracks. People often cross the lines in a hurry or use mobile phones near the tracks. The lack of footbridges and fencing at many stations adds to the risk. I request the railway authorities to build fenced paths and bridges and to run awareness drives. Citizens should also avoid shortcuts across the tracks. Safety must come first.
Yours faithfully,
Aman Verma

Teacher's Note:
1. An e-mail to an editor needs a subject line, a formal tone and a request.
2. State the problem, the causes and the suggestions.