PRASHANT KIRAD
CLASS 10 NOTES
ENGLISH
Writing Section
ENGLISH
PRASHANT KIRAD
PRASHANT KIRAD
Formal
Letter
Types of Formal Letters
Enquiry Letters Complaint Letters Letter to Editor Letter for Placing
order
“Kuch Khaas Lines”
Letter to Editor -
Through the columns of your esteemed and widely read newspaper, I would like to
draw the attention of the concerned authorities and the general public to the lack
of _________.
I hope that publishing this in your newspaper will encourage the local authorities to
take the necessary actions.
Enquiry Letters –
PARA 1: With reference to your advertisement published in the
newspaper/magazine, I came to know that you are organizing..
PARA 2: I would like to enquire about the following details before I plan my visit:
Timing
Schedule
Course Fee
Eligibility
PARA 3: Kindly send the details at the earliest so that I can visit you soon.
Complaint Letters –
PARA 1: I regret to inform you that the product we purchased from you yesterday
is not functioning properly/does not meet expectations.
PARA 2: I would like to bring to your notice the following defects in the product:
PARA 3: I hope that you will take the necessary steps to either replace the
product or refund my money at the earliest.
Placing order –
PARA 1: I/We would like to place an order for some books to be delivered to our
school/library/address.
PARA 2: The following books should be delivered, along with their respective
details:
PARA 3: I/We hope for timely delivery, as a sum of Rs. ___ has already been paid
through online methods.
Formal Letter Format
23, Vaishali Nagar,
Sender’s Address
New Delhi, 110016
16 January, 2022 Date
The Editor Receiver’s Address
Hindustan Times
Delhi
Subject:
Respected sir/ madam, Salutation
[INTRODUCTORY PARA]
[INFORMATIVE PARA]
Body Paragraph
[CONCLUDING SENTENCE]
Yours sincerely
(NAME)
Analytical
Paragraph
Format of PARAGRAPH
INTRODUCTION-
Describe subject of paragraph in 1-2 lines.
BODY –
Explain the graph in detail, using relevant data, describing trends, and making
comparisons and contrasts. If necessary, subdivide it into paragraphs.
CONCLUSION –
Give a summary or an overall analysis of the graph to conclude the paragraph.
“Kuch Khaas Lines”
For Introduction:
1. The chart given above describes ______.
2. The table suggests ______.
3. The line/pie/bar graph shows ______.
Describing Growth and Changes:
1. Rapidly doubled
2. A pattern of growth
3. Skyrocketed
4. Striking increase
5. Declined
6. Leveled off
For Describing Quantities:
1. x% off
2. Almost x%
3. On average, approximately x%
4. Just under x%
5. x/y off
6. Nearly one-fourth off
7. Twice as much as
8. Almost equal
9. Very close to x%
10. Roughly
For Establishing Relationships and Contrasts:
1. Relationship between
2. Similarly
3. In contrast
4. In comparison to
5. However
6. When it comes to
7. Noticeable - There is a noticeable trend in…
8. Different - This pattern is different from…
For Conclusion:
1. On the whole
2. Overall
3. In all
4. In short
5. In a nutshell
Some Examples:
1. The following table shows details about the internet activities for six
categories for different age groups. Write an analytical paragraph for the
table given in around 150-200 words.
Answer:
The given table shows the internet activities of seven age groups, ranging from
teens to people in their seventies, across six different types of activities. The
data highlights that younger people are more interested in playing online games and
reading news, while older individuals primarily use the internet for research and
shopping.
Teenagers spend most of their time playing games (up to 81%) and downloading
content. They also use the internet for news and searching for friends or
products. People in the middle age group (20s to 60s) are highly engaged in reading
news, researching, and shopping online, with participation rates ranging from 70–
80%. Searching for people is the least popular activity, with less than 30% of
internet users across all age groups spending time on it. Downloads also decrease
with age, reaching only 6% for people in their seventies.
Overall, teenagers spend the most time on gaming and downloads, while older
people focus more on research and shopping. Searching for people online remains
the least preferred activity across all age groups.
2. Below is a graph given showing birth and death rates in a country from
1901 to 2101. Write an analytical paragraph (100-150 words).
Answer:
The graph shows the birth and death rates from 1901 to 2101.
From 1901 to 2041, the birth rate consistently remained higher than the death
rate. Starting at 20,000 in 1901, the birth rate increased gradually, peaking at
around 65,000 in 1961. After that, it fluctuated between 50,000 and 60,000
before gradually declining. By 2101, the birth rate is expected to drop to
approximately 42,000.
In contrast, the death rate began at around 10,000 in 1901 and has steadily
increased over the years. From 2021, it is projected to rise significantly, leveling
off at approximately 60,000 between 2061 and 2081. A slight decline in the death
rate is expected by 2101.
The graph highlights a significant gap between the birth and death rates from
1961 to 2001. However, this gap is predicted to reduce, and by the latter half of
the 21st century, the death rate is expected to exceed the birth rate.
3. The pie chart shows the proportion of people from different households
living in poverty in the UK in 2002. Write an analytical paragraph to describe
the information in 100-120 words.
Answer:
The given pie chart illustrates seven different categories of households living in
poverty in the UK in 2002.
It is evident from the chart that 26% of the total poverty-stricken households
belong to sole parents. Single people without children account for the second-
highest proportion, with 24%. In contrast, couples without children represent just
9%, while couples with children constitute 15% of poor households. Single aged
persons and aged couples together make up 12% of the poor households.
Overall, 14% of all households in the UK were living in poverty. The data indicates
that younger generations had a higher percentage of poverty than their older
counterparts. Couples without children were in relatively better economic
conditions than those with children.
4. The chart shows the division of household tasks by gender in Great Britain.
Write an analytical paragraph describing the chart given in not more than 200
words.
Answer:
The chart shows the number of minutes per day spent by British men and women
on household tasks. On average, women spend about four hours on these tasks,
whereas men spend less than two and a half hours.
Women dedicate significantly more time than men to tasks such as cooking,
cleaning, childcare, and laundry. Women spend approximately 200 minutes on these
activities, which is almost three times the time men allocate to them. On the other
hand, men spend twice as much time as women on tasks like gardening and house
maintenance. Men spend the most time, around 50 minutes, on gardening and pet
care, while women spend only 30 minutes on these tasks.
Additionally, men devote very little time—just 2 minutes per day—to washing,
ironing, and sewing clothes, compared to 25 minutes spent by women.
In summary, women spend considerably more time on household chores, whereas
men focus more on gardening, pet care, and maintenance-related tasks.
5. Below given are three pie charts showing consumption habits of India, China
and World overall in 2008. Write an analytical paragraph describing the pie
charts (100-120 words).
Answer:
The three pie charts illustrate food consumption habits in 2008, comparing two
countries—India and China—with global trends.
Overall, processed food is the most consumed category. Globally, it accounts for
41% of total consumption. In India and China, processed food also dominates,
making up 39% and 34% of their diets, respectively. On average, vegetables and
fruits constitute 29% of global consumption. In China, this category is higher at
32%, which is 9% more than India's 23%.
Animal-based food comprises 27% of the Indian diet, significantly exceeding the
15% consumed in China. However, nuts and seeds account for nearly one-fifth
(19%) of the Chinese diet, far surpassing the global average of 4% and India’s 11%.
In summary, processed food dominates global consumption, while China shows an
exceptionally high intake of nuts and seeds.
