CHAPTER VERY LONG COMPOSITION

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ARTICLE
for anyone. It requires a high degree of
Writing an article is a very challenging task thorough knowledge of the subject.
creativity, a wide range of vocabulary and a a specific
directional piece of writing, written for reader.
An article is a highly structured and to entertain or to convince the It
purpose, i.e. to inforn, to persuade, distinct beginning, a middle and a
essentialy has several paragraphs containing a
conclusion.
MarkingScheme
Writing an Article
Format
1Mark General Points to be Considered while
name)
(Heading and writer's given in the visual/verbal input.
4 Marks Understand carefully the hints/information develop
order in which you want them to
Content
5 Marks Arrange all the hints/ information in an
Brpression for writing the article.
(Granmatical accuracy, appropriate after interpreting them properly.
Use the hints/information provided in the input necessary. All the sentences in
words and spelings 24) ideas Divide your article into several
paragraphs when
is being
(Coherence and relevance of to the objective for which the article
and styles 22) the paragraphs should logically lead
written.
disjointed or fragmented. Every sentence
The whole composition should not be whole.
should be linked with the rest into a single
(comprising the first paragraph) should introduce the topic
The first few sentences paragraphs should highlight the main facts of the
and its main idea. The middle advantages and disadvantages etc. The last few
topic like the causes and effects,paragraph) should state a conclusion on the topic.
sentences (comprising the last grammatically correct. It should be
and
Language used should always be simple
objective. Articles are usually written in third
straightforward, to the point and
person.
Elements of an Article
1. Title/Heading There are no precdetermined rules as such, but it may comprise a single word, a phrase or a sentence of

words. The title should be thought-provokingand catchy and shouldend.highlight the theme.
the name can comee
2. Name of the writer Sign off your article with your name towards the
the heading in the form of a byline.
Alternatively,

the reader's interest

intact by providing
immediatelyh
Some surpriji
3. Introdution Keep the topic in perspective; specify it keeping
information or interesting facts related to the context. advantages andi
4. Description of the topic Highlight various facets of thet topic like the causes and effects,
suggestions etC.
disadvantages etc. A
5. Ending Wind up your article with your own views - criticisrm,
6. Conclusion End the article with a desire, an appeal ora warning.

Format of an Article
Labour-A Curse'.
150-200 words on the topic 'Child
Write an article for a newspaper in
Title/Heading
Child Labour-A Curse
The heading or title of the article could
by Kuldeep Sharma be a single word, a phrase or a sentence
comprising 4-6 words.
Byline
The name of the writer appears either at the end
or it immediately follows the heading.
child Content
Children of today are the future of tomorrow and every In the introduction, the writer could provide
healthy life.
has the right to education and to lead a happy and some facts or pose a question related to the
affects their
Engaging children in any sort of work inhibits and
formulated to
theme of the article.
proper growth. Legislative provisions are children from the
prevent the menace of child labour. But the
earn a
most deprived sections of the population are forced to
pittance or contribute to family work, sacrificing personal Expression
development. (a) Grammatical accuracy, appropriate words
Children started being employed both on farms and factories and spelling.
because they provided a cheap and uncomplaining labour (b) Coherence and relevance of ideas and style
force, as compared to aduts. The importance of education for
the child was neglected and replaced with the necessity of
providing for food and shelter.
Therefore, there is a need to look into the problem of child
labour from amulti-dimensional aspect to understand end
address the same in a sociely where the parents are auidedto
understandthe value of education for the child. This will open
children.
up a brighter:future for such
Articde

Examples
Rajani. You feel that India, with its rich and varied heritage,,linguistic and cultural
1 You are Ram/ excellent destination for tourism.
diversity, is an Promoting tourism will surely promote our
dive Wite an article titled, 'Promoting Tourism is Promoting Ourselves',in 150-200Compartment
words, 2017
specifyingthe adyantages of promoting tourism and howit can be accomplished.

Promoting Tourism is Promoting Ourselves

by Rajani
largest foreign exchange
Tourism plays a vital role in the economic development of a country. It is the second
as unskilled persons. It also
well
earmer for India. The tourism industry employs a large number of skilled as
promotesS national integration and international brotherhood. Thus we should promote it for own benefit.
secularism and culture. There are historical
India has fascinated people trom all Over the world with its
tourists. Every region is identified
monuments, places of religious interest, beaches and hill resorts that attract
Himalayan mountain ranges in the
byits handicrafts, folk dances, music, fairs, people etc. Bounded by the sides, it can give a delightful
three
Noth by the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal on the other make India a beautiful
landscapes
experience to the tourist. The enchanting backwaters, hill stations and
COuntry to visit.
tourism in the country. The
The govenment's Department of Tourism promotes international and domestic international
Tourism Advisory Board recommends measures for promotion of tourist traffic to India. However,
such
tourism has been adversely affected by terrorism as wel as pollution. Sincere efforts to combat
problems are required to further develop this industry.
Thus, tourism,one of the fastest growing industries today, plays a vital role in the economic development of
Our country. By promoting tourism, we will be promoting ourselves.

2You are Ram/ Rajani, a social activist.You feel unnecessary hurry is the cause of stress that hurts
people right from children to elders and is crippling us in many ways, even causing death. Write an
article on the topic, 'Slow and Steady Wins the Race' in 150-200 words, driving home how
measured steps, meaningful measures coupled with systematic approach can make us achieve our
goals. Compartment 2017

Ans Slow and Steady Wins the Race

by Ram
Success comes to those who are slow but steady in their work. It is not necessary to complete work faster in
order to sUCceed in life. Take the example of driving a vehicle. If you are in a hurry to reach your
any lapse in concentration may cause an accident, even leading toyour death. Just like the hare in the
destination,
race
with the tortoise, even clever people who work speedily may fail if they work in fits and
starts. Take, for
example, a student who studies only just before an examination. He is never regular in his studies. However
Tast he is in going through the matter taught, he still might fal in the exam as his
concepts were not clear; or he
did selective study but the questions asked in the exam were not from the topics he
had covered in his hurry.
His failure is due to the fact that he did not work
steadily and regularly.
NOing is gained by being hasty and careless. It is better to be slower and more careful'in one's work. Those
Wmo do things hastily sometimes make many mistakes. Then, much time is lost as the work has to be
Over again. It is better to be slow and steady. done al
10 Conclude we can say that what one needs to succeed is the ability to work regularly with
patience ald
perseverance.
 EXAM PRACTICE
IRecent floods in many metropolitan cities of the countrvduring the monsO0n sedso ald bare the
nreparedness. The p00r nad to bear the
nollowness of the claims of the civic authorities of their words on
brunt of the problem while no one was ever held accountable. Write an arucie
accountability OI the oihcials
and theneed for
Lne common man's woes during the monsoons
concerned. You are Sumit/Smita Verma. Delhi 201g
difficult for the common man. AS aconcerned
2 The rising prices of essential commodities make life solve this problem
in 150-200 words on 'Rising Prices'. Suggest solutions to
Citizen write an article
You are Amit/ Anita. Compartment 21;
received their learning at gurukuls
3 Education has always been a noble profession. Our ancestors places of worship.
and ashrams. Even in the near past, pathshalas (schools) were associated with of money on
Today, education isfast becomingcommercialised. Parents have to shell out a lot
coaching classes, tuition fees etc. Write an article in 150-200 words on The State of Education
Today'. You are Karan/ Karuna. A1l India 2016

4 According to 2011census, literacy rate of hundred percent or around has been achieved by only a
couple of statesin India. Iliteracy is found mostly among the old and the deprived sections of
society. What can the youth do to spread literacy in society? Write an article in 150-200words on
'Role of students in eradicating illiteracy". You are Karuna/ Karan. All India 2016

5 India is a land of diversity. One way in which it makes us feel proud of it is the number of festivals
we eniov, Write an article in 150-200 words on 'Festivals of India'. You are Karuna/Karan. Delhi 2016

6 Rising pollution, fast and competitive lifestyle, lack of nutritious food etc, have
for a large section of our population. Providing healthcare used to be a caused health woes
activity. Today it has become commercialised, a money spinning charitable and ethical
150-200 words on How to provide proper healthcare to the business. Write an article in
common man'. You are Karan/ Karuna.
Delhi 2016
7Write an article on 'Gender
t robhiemin Indian Discrimination'
society and what the
in 150-200 words. Explain the
historical backaround of
are Salim/ Sarika. government is doing to minimise these problems. You
o
activitythat man indulges in creates
pollution and
possible ways. Write waste
the hour is to reduce pollution in all of somne kind. In
Pollution-Need of the Hour'iin an article on the fact, the need of
150-200 words. You are Brinda, a topic 'Reducing
keen
environmentalist.
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Answers
Mumbai Stops Again!
1 by Smita Verma
rainfall over the
Mumbai once again came to a standstill on account of heavyrain. But
India'sfinancial capital experienced on 26th July, 2005 when it received almost
lost day is nowhere as oveWnelming as what the city transportationas there was water -
rain. The city faced a lot of problems and issues in terms of the local trains were
95 cm of telephone services were impacted, and even the lifeline of the city;
logging everywhere,
badly impacted. India suffers
many of them were stuck at different places.
Deonle had a lot ofdifficuities reaching home and
international aid agencies say things are worse this year
oent flooding during the monsoon season, but
deprived of food and clean water for days.
with thousands of illages cut off and people
government is unprepared in spite of recurring floods every year. Thousands of slum
The sad thing is that our suffering and deprived
their lives devastated by floods every year. Those who were already should be
neople have
deprivation. The government should take their responsibility seriously. Steps
classes suffer more monsoon.
before the
taken to deal with the floods way

Rising Prices
2 by Anita
in India currently.
allessential commodities has become a regular common feature
The rise in prices of almost
demand and supply situation. However, the major reason for rising
The rise in prices is partly due to varying departments to check
any timely effective measures taken by the dealing government prices
prices is due to lack of traders create artificial shortages and charge exorbitant the
malpractices of unscrupulous traders. Such lot is
shame that even life-saving drugs are not spared. The worst affected
from needy persons. It is a maintain a
having a fixed income, as they have to
middle-class, especially the salaried working-classmanage to pay more for essential commodities.
reasonable standard of living and at the same time
solved by the government installing an effective systein of monitoring and control of
This problem can be all-round
through suitable measures. If they do not do so, sudden and acute rise in prices causes an
prices leading
people miserable. Thereafter there is a recession
spiral efect on prices that makes the life of common
in shortages and black marketing.
to a sluggish economy and runaway inflation resulting
rich tend to become richer and the p0or poorer.
Asocialistic pattern of society collapses under its burden. The Only then the real welfare of the masses can
So the government should take suitable action in this direction.
be ensured.

3 The State of Education Today

by Karan
Education is the process of facilitating learning or the acquisition of knowledge, skills, values, beliefs and
habits It enables people to know the world beyond their Own surroundings and transtorms them to become
rationalist and humanist in outlook and world view. In this modern era, education is no more giving knowBedge
ortenching achild to knowmore about society. Unfortunately, it has been converted into a business in almost
even instiution.Such institutions charge ahuge amount in return for the facilities they provide. Iin some of the
best educationalinstitutions of the world, donations are taken in return for registering anaverage student and
giving him education, In short, education has become commercialised.
Advertisements made by the schools, colleges, coaching institutions etc are methods of getting more and
more customers in the form of students. Basically the parents are being cheated in the name of education.
Fducation is acrucial component tor shaping a person for citizenship in society and become a contributing
member to it. The system of education in ne world has to improve; the meaning of education has to improve,
Providina education shouid mean gving qualty Knowiedge to the youth to develop the world.