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CBSE Notes for Class 10 English
Article Writing
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Introduction:
People produce articles in order to express their own views, opinions, or arguments. There are some concerns that people are concerned about in general.
The following is the procedure for writing an article:
(i) Gather necessary information (Content)
(ii) Arrange in a logical order
- Introduction
- Analyse
- Suggestions
- Conclusion
Format and Important Points to Remember When Writing an Article
(i) Never Forget to – Write an eye-catching heading
(ii) Begin by exposing the topics by giving reasons for how water is wasted
(iii) Suggestions on how to save/ conserve water
(iv) Conclusion (either hope or warning)
(v) Give your opinion and suggest measures
Marking Scheme 2014
Content: 3 Marks
Fluency: 1 Mark
Accuracy: 1 Mark
Under content, credit should be given for the candidates creativity in presenting ideas.
Question 1.
In today’s age of stress and anxiety, the children need to understand the importance of sleep, meditation and yoga over social networking and the use of the cell phone. Write an article of 120 words on ‘Concentration and Composure’, the need of the hour. You can take hints from the unit ‘Health and Medicine’ of the Main Course Book. (Board Term-12013, Set 5007) (5 marks)
Answer:
Title: Concentration and Composure, the Need of the Hour
Modem time is the time of advancement in all fields which demands an extra effort on the part of everyone. Advances in science have sparked a renewed interest in social networking, as well as an increase in children’s cell phone usage. These gadgets keep them awake till late at night, disrupting their sleep patterns. As a result, people are uneasy in the morning, and their alertness and focus are harmed. This results in a loss of energy as well. People should understand the value of sleep, which is a gift to us. Sleep deprivation is linked to a variety of health issues, including diabetes, obesity, and depression. As a result, children must be taught the importance of getting enough sleep in order to re-energize. Meditation and yoga can greatly assist them in conquering their insomnia. All the body activities will return to their normal self and they will feel refreshed.
Question 2.
You are Rekha/Rohit. You have seen the following news item in a newspaper.
Video games, the Internet, cell phones, and other high-tech gear are just part of growing up in a digital world. But parents are concerned about the amount of time their children spend with these and worry that it might be distracting to them and cramping their academic and social development
Using your own ideas and those taken from the unit, ‘Science’, write an article in about 150 words describing both the benefits and drawbacks of using these high-tech devices. (Board Term-12012, Set EC2,040) (5 marks)
Answer:
Title: High Tech Devices – A Boon or Bane
In the fast-changing scenario, the high-tech devices have flooded the market. All the credit goes to science which helps us in advancing in any field. Modem age is better known as the Science Age. Some people misuse technology and fail to take advantage of science’s wonders. Today’s youth can be observed chatting, surfing, playing video games, and doing other activities. Growing up in the digital environment has made these things a part of life. All of this, though, is guiding our youngsters down the wrong path. They’ve become distracted, which has hampered their social and intellectual development. They must realise how beneficial this high-tech equipment is to us. They must be educated on the benefits of cautious usage of these devices. We can obtain any and every information regarding a variety of topics that we would otherwise be unaware of.
Question 3.
On the occasion of World Health Day, write an article in about 150 words for the school newsletter on the topic, ‘Importance of Physical Health in Our Lives’, using the clues given below. (Board Term-12012, Set EC2,039) (5 marks)
Hints:
- A healthy mind lives in a healthy body.
- Lack of time for physical activity because of the demands of modem lives.
- Ignoring health increases the risk of many diseases.
- Discipline is the key to resolving these concerns.
Answer:
Importance of Physical Health in our Lives
A healthy mind lives in a healthy body. This is a proverb that everyone must have heard or read. But very few pay attention to it. These teenagers are usually found sitting in front of the television, watching shows. They do not engage in any physical activity outside. They are seen taking public transportation to school rather than cycling or walking. Today’s children like eating junk food and drinking aerated beverages, both of which are high in calories and hazardous to growing children. Such youngsters are more likely to develop diabetes, heart disease, high blood pressure, and stroke later in life. It’s a health risk. It is also linked to higher rates of certain types of cancer.
However, it is widely acknowledged that discipline is the key to fixing these issues. There are numerous therapy options, however, exercise provides far more benefits than any other type of weight loss. Exercise not only helps you lose weight, but it also improves your fitness and flexibility, as well as the smoothness of your skin. Exercises are also devoid of the negative side effects associated with crash dieting, slimming tablets, and slimming center heat therapy.
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Question 4.
Recently there was a news item in the Times of India related to RTE where the Supreme Court directed every school, including the private ones to immediately give free education to students of socially and economically backward classes. This Act has no doubt heralded a new era in the country’s formal education. Still, you feel, it’s a big challenge for the nation. Based on the input and your ideas gathered from ‘Unit 2-Education’, write an article on ‘New Hope with the Right to Education in about 150 words. (Board Term-1,2012 Set EC2,055) (5 marks)
Answer:
New Hope with the Right to Education (RTE)
All children between the ages of 4 and 14 have received an education as a result of the implementation. It has ushered in a new era of formal education in the country. Everyone understands that a country with an uneducated population will be unable to gain from advancement. Poverty, unemployment, and exploitation, which are the so-called fruits of illiteracy, can cripple everything, even the economy. To make this Act a success, all Indian citizens should join hands. The most important thing to do is to discourage child labour.
Question 5.
You are Keerti/Kunal. Write an article in about 150 words on the importance of afforestation and maintaining a green cover in the country to prevent pollution and global warming. (5 marks)
Answer:
Importance of Afforestation
Forests are a gift of nature to mankind. Man has relied on trees for wood, fire, food, and other necessities since the dawn of humanity. But, in recent years, man has begun to tear down trees for his own selfish gain. He has become uninterested in them. Tree planting has now become one of the most important topics that we should not only be aware of but actively practice on a personal level. Given the multiple environmental benefits of trees and plants, it becomes critical for us to preserve greenery, which is essential for maintaining the ecological balance in our world.
They made certain that their establishments had lovely gardens in full bloom.
We must understand that trees help to manage our climate and keep global warming at bay. They help to avoid soil erosion as well as water filtration. The ground, however, has become dry and unproductive as a result of deforestation. To avoid all of this and maintain a green cover, we must adopt trees and stop them from becoming extinct. Trees are the source of life. Save, preserve, and replant them.
Thanking you Keerti
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Question 6.
Education should not allow any discrimination. All children have an equal right to education. Taking help from the unit on Education, the following points and your own-ideas, write an article in about 150 words on the topic. “The Importance of Educating the Girl Child”. (Board Term-12012, Set EC2,063) (5 marks)
- No difference in learning ability or interest.
- Brings in awareness for herself and the family. ,
- Educated mothers will always impart education to their daughters.
- Removes gender discrimination at work.
- Takes decision with an open mind.
- Ask for strict punishment if families marry off girls without giving an education.
Answer:
Importance of Educating the Girl Child
To the majority of parents, it appears to be a waste of money. We must realise that when we educate a man, we are educating an individual, and when we teach a woman, we are educating a family. Education is advantageous to both the female and her family. A well-educated girl can make informed decisions and combat social ills such as child marriage, female infanticide, dowry, and domestic violence. It is a truth that educated mothers would always educate their girls since they understand that a boy and a girl have the same learning abilities and interests. Educating a girl child entails raising her job standards and combating workplace gender discrimination. So, for the wholesome progress of our society and the upliftment of our society, it is a must to educate the girl child.
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Question 7.
Given below is an extract from an article in a magazine :
Fast Food and its Nutritional Value
To say fast food has a ‘nutritional value’ is an oxymoron. There is absolutely nothing nutritional about fast food. Fast food simply feeds hunger and/or your immediate craving. Fast food does not feed your body in the form of usable lasting energy or building materials, the essence your body thrives on for life itself.
(Board Term-12012, Set EC2,038) (5 marks)
Answer:
Health Hazards of Fast Food
In modem times, fast food is rapidly replacing the nutritious food cooked in the kitchen. This is due to the fact that it is quick and simple to prepare.
Pizza, hamburgers, pre-sweetened cereals, chips, noodles, and processed goods are all readily available in the market. These foods are devoid of any nutritional value. Rather, they are high in cholesterol, sugar, and sodium, while being lacking in fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. These foods are potentially harmful to one’s health. They raise blood pressure, which can lead to hypertension and heart problems. It can also develop chronic degenerative diseases. They merely satisfy our appetite as well as our current need. Everyone should realise the importance of healthy and nutritious food and should say no to fast food. Parents should ensure that their children eat healthy, homemade food. Children should also break the shackles of unhealthy food and follow a diet chart suggested by their parents.
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