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Solutions for Chapter V: Section 5: Writing Skill
Below listed, you can find solutions for Chapter V of Maharashtra State Board SCERT Maharashtra for English Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board.
SCERT Maharashtra solutions for English Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board V Section 5: Writing Skill ACTIVITY - SET 1 [Pages 26 - 28]
Letter writing:
Imagine you are Suraj/Sarita residing at Suman Apartment, V. P. Road, Miraj - 416410. Attempt the following letter with the help of the following news heading:
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‘Learn more than one language’ India is a country full of diversity. We have many languages. Communication is a great power. Just as we think that we should learn piano or tabla, similarly we should learn the language of any of our neighbouring states. |
Formal Letter:
Write a letter to the Principal of your school requesting him/her to conduct language learning classes on weekends for Std 10th.
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Imagine you are Suraj/Sarita residing at Suman Apartment, V. P. Road, Miraj - 416410. Attempt the following letter with the help of the following news heading:
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‘Learn more than one language’ India is a country full of diversity. We have many languages. Communication is a great power. Just as we think that we should learn piano or tabla, similarly we should learn the language of any of our neighbouring states. |
Informal Letter:
Write a letter to your friend describing your experience in learning a new language in your school.
Information Transfer: Do any one of the following activities:
Verbal to Non-verbal:
Read the following paragraph and convert it into a flow chart. Give suitable title.
| There are five main steps in cutting a diamond. First is planning, where an expert carefully plans how the diamond will be cut using computers and the latest technology. Second step involves Cleaving, in this process diamonds are used to cut another diamond into multiple pieces. Third Process involves Bruiting, in this step the diamond is shaped into a specific cut. This process is the most intensive and takes the most time for perfection. Fourth process involves Polishing phase of the diamond. Finally the last step is Inspection. An expert will use specific magnifying galsses to review its cut and value. |
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Non- verbal to verbal:
Read the information on the awards and recognition of Mary Kom and write a paragraph on her professional achievements. Suggest a suitable title.
Awards and recognitions
- Arjuna Award (Boxing) in 2003
- Padma Shree (Sports) in 2006
- Contender for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2007
- People of the Year - Limca Book of Records in 2007
- CNN-IBN and Reliance Industries Real Heroes Award in 2008
- Pepsi MTV Youth, AIBA in 2008
- ‘Magnificent Mary’, AIBA in 2008
- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award in 2009
- International Boxing Association’s Ambassador for Women’s Boxing in 2009
- Sportswoman of the year, Sahara Sports Award in 2010.
Do any one of the following activities: Speech writing:
Write a speech to be delivered in school assembly on ‘National Reading day’ about Importance of reading books.
Points:
- Storehouse of knowledge
- Influence on our life
- Broadens our perception
- Best friends
View-Counter view:
Write your views on the topic:
‘The internet will soon replace books’
Points:
- Saves time
- More storage facility
- Fast and reliable
- Easy accessibility
SCERT Maharashtra solutions for English Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board V Section 5: Writing Skill ACTIVITY - SET 2 [Pages 28 - 31]
Letter writing:
Read the following invitation card and write a letter.
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INVITATION St. Xavier’s High School, Devaki Nagar, Pune Dear Parents, You are cordially invited to the Golden Jubilee celebration of our school on 26th March, 2023 at 9:30 am in Prabodhankar Thackeray auditorium. Principal, Staff and the Students |
Informal Letter:
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You are Ritika/Ritesh Shah staying at 101, Shaw Blossom, Devki Nagar, Pune. Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her to attend the Golden Jubilee celebration of your school. |
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Read the following invitation card and write a letter.
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INVITATION St. Xavier’s High School, Devaki Nagar, Pune Dear Parents, You are cordially invited to the Golden Jubilee celebration of our school on 26th March, 2023 at 9:30 am in Prabodhankar Thackeray auditorium. Principal, Staff and the Students |
Formal letter:
| You are Ritika/Ritesh Shah, head of the students’ representative of your school. You have been assigned the task to invite a scientist as the chief guest for the Golden Jubilee celebration. Write a letter of invitation to Dr. K. Sivan, Ex-Chairman of Indian Space Research Organization, Bangalore. |
Verbal to Non-Verbal:
Read the Following passage and complete the table on the basis of the given points. Suggest a suitable title.
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Mountaineer Malavath Poorna has become the world’s first tribal woman to scale four highest mountain peaks located in four continents of the world. She has also become world’s youngest tribal to achieve the feat. It was joy and thrill beyond words for the youngest mountaineer, who had already conquered Mt. Everest (Asia), Mt. Kilimanjaro (Africa), Mt. Elbrus (Europe) before conquering Mt. Aconcagua, the highest mountain peak in the southern and western hemisphere on Friday. “Now, I’m setting my eyes on scaling the remaining top three peaks in the world: Mt. Denali (North America), Mt. Vinson Massif (Antarctica) and Mt. Kosciuszko (Australia),” said Poorna from the summit of Mt. Aconcagua, Argentina adding that her goal is to make India proud by becoming the youngest tribal woman in the world to scale seven tallest mountain peaks across all seven continents. Describing her journey to the highest mountain peak, she said, “I cannot even describe how difficult the climb was, it was much difficult than Mt. Everest, but I resolved to go ahead with the mission,” she said adding that SWAROES ten commandments taught her not to give up, no matter what the circumstances are. Poorna is currently pursuing her undergraduate studies at Telangana Social Welfare Residential Degree College for Women in Kamareddy. Noted Bollywood film director and producer Rahul Bose produced a film ‘Poorna, Courage Has No Limit’ based on the real-life story of Poorna. |
| Name | |
| Education | |
| Distinctions achieved | |
| Mt. Peaks scaled so far | |
| Mt. Peaks she intends to scale | |
| Lessons learnt from SWAROES | |
| Film made on her life | |
| Her goal |
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Transfer the given information into a paragraph. Give a suitable title.
| Different crops grown in different parts of India | ||
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↓ Kharif crops crops ↓ Sown in Rainy season ↓ Months: June-Sept ↓ Need substantial amount of rain ↓ Examples:
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↓ Rabi crops ↓ Sown in Winter season ↓ Months: Oct-March ↓ Examples:
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↓ Summer ↓ Sown in Summer ↓ Months: March-June ↓ Examples:
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View-Counterview/Speech
Present your views on “School students shouldn’t be given homework on holidays.”
You may include the following points:
- Family time is more important during the holidays.
- For students who travel during the holidays, homework will prevent them from learning from their trip.
- Students might learn more from observing the real world.
- More homework doesn’t necessarily equate to higher achievement.
- Kids need to spend time playing games and doing activities that they enjoy.
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You are going to speak in an elocution competition on the topic “Power of Music in our life”
You may use the following points:
- Music increases happiness.
- Music decreases stress and anxiety while increasing overall health.
- Music strengthens learning and memory.
- Music brings people together.
SCERT Maharashtra solutions for English Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board V Section 5: Writing Skill ACTIVITY - SET 3 [Pages 31 - 33]
Letter writing:
Imagine you are Suraj/Sarita residing at Suman Apartment, V. P. Road, Miraj - 416410. Attempt the following letter with the help of the following news item:
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IMPORTANCE OF SCOUTS AND GUIDES IN SCHOOL The Scouting and Guiding mission is to contribute to the kids education, through a value system. This is based on a Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world such that people are self-sustained as individuals and they play a key role in building a constructive society. |
Formal Letter:
Write a letter to the Principal of your school to request him/her to start scout and guide course in your school.
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Imagine you are Suraj/Sarita residing at Suman Apartment, V. P. Road, Miraj - 416410. Attempt the following letter with the help of the following news item:
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IMPORTANCE OF SCOUTS AND GUIDES IN SCHOOL The Scouting and Guiding mission is to contribute to the kids education, through a value system. This is based on a Scout Promise and Law, to help build a better world such that people are self-sustained as individuals and they play a key role in building a constructive society. |
Informal Letter:
Write a letter to your father who is working out of town asking him for the permission to join scout and guide course in your school.
Do any one of the following activities:
Information Transfer: Verbal to Non-verbal:
Read the following information and complete the given table.
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Among the many hill forts in Maharashtra, Lohagadh is a marvelous piece of architecture. Located 52 km northwest of Pune, the fort sits at an elevation of 1,033 m above sea level. In 1648 CE, the fort was captured by Shivaji, which was then captured by the Mughals in 1665 CE. In 1670 CE, Shivaji Maharaj captured the fort again and he used it to store his treasury looted from Surat. Lohagadh fort is also one of the scenic treks in Pune that can be done in a day. Lohagad is part of the Western Ghats. The range divides the basins of the Indrayani river and Pavana lake. Lohagad overlooks the Pavana reservoir, located to the south of the mountain. The hill extends to the northwest to a fortified spur, called Vinchukada (Scorpion’s tail) because of its resembling shape. The four large gates of Lohagad are still in good condition and reasonably intact. |
| Location | |
| Height | |
| Geographic features | |
| Close to reservoir | |
| Famous for |
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Non-verbal to verbal:
Observe the web diagram and write a paragraph on it. Suggest a suitable title.
Do any one of the following activities:
Write a speech that you would give at your School Assembly convincing junior students that the secret of true happiness lies in Giving and Sharing more than in Receiving and Taking.
- Gives satisfaction
- Creates harmony
- Happiness multiplies
- Removes negativity
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View-Counter view:
Write your views on the topic ‘What men can do, women can do better.’
Points:
- Mental strength
- Never give up attitude
- Passion
- flexibility
Solutions for V: Section 5: Writing Skill
SCERT Maharashtra solutions for English Standard 10 Maharashtra State Board chapter V - Section 5: Writing Skill
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