Question

A report is written for an event that has already occurred. The purpose of a report is to provide first-hand details of an incident or event. It presents the information in a proper sequence.

Read the sample report written about the ‘Inter-school Football Tournament’ organised by your Vidyalaya.

Note the format, content, and language used.

Inter-school Football Tournament by ______	Title: Byline (Reporter’s Name and Class)
An Inter-school Football Tournament was organised by our Vidyalaya from 21 April 20XX to 24 April 20XX at Motinagar Football Ground. Ten teams participated in the tournament.	Paragraph 1:  What Who When Where Note: use of past tense, for example, organised, participated, etc.
The tournament was declared open by the Chief Guest, Dr. Singh, Honorary Sports Secretary of the State, on Wednesday, 21 April 20XX in the presence of all the teams and spectators from the participating schools. The matches were held from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on all the days of the tournament. Following a tough competition, the teams from ABC Senior Secondary School and XYZ Senior Secondary School emerged as the finalists. For the final match, players from both these teams were cheered by students from their respective schools. After an exciting match, the score was tied at 3–3. Subsequently, a penalty shootout was used as tie breaker by the referee to decide the winner. Finally, the team from ABC Senior Secondary School won the penalty shootout and was declared the winner.	Paragraphs 2 and 3: Description of the event in detail Note: use sequence markers: following, after, subsequently, finally use of passive form: was declared, were held, were cheered, etc.
The winning team was awarded with a trophy, medals, and certificates by the Chief Guest. Addressingthestudents,hesaid,“Allofyoumust take up a sport to keep yourself healthy.” The inter-school football tournament was a great success, showcasing exceptional talent, teamwork, and sportsmanship among the participating teams.	Paragraph 4: Prize giving ceremony Remarks by the Chief Guest

Now, as a member of the Artand Craft Club, write a report on an ‘Inter-school Art Exhibition’ organised by your school. Include the necessary details.

Answer 1

Inter-school Art Exhibition

By Riya Sharma, Class VIII

An Inter-school Art Exhibition was organised by our school on 12 August 20XX in the school auditorium. Students from eight different schools participated in the exhibition and displayed their creative artwork.

The exhibition was inaugurated by the Chief Guest, Mrs Mehta, a well-known artist, at 10:00 a.m. The exhibits included paintings, sketches, posters, clay models, and craft items. Following the inauguration, the Chief Guest and teachers visited the different sections and appreciated the students’ creativity.

The artworks were judged on the basis of originality, neatness, creativity, and presentation. After careful judging, the best entries were selected. Subsequently, the winners were announced and were cheered by the students and teachers.

Finally, the winners were awarded trophies and certificates by the Chief Guest. Addressing the students, she encouraged them to express their ideas through art and continue developing their creative skills. The Inter-school Art Exhibition was a great success and provided a wonderful opportunity for students to display their talent and learn from one another.