MODEL ESSAYS

final round, your mind raced, but

PP2 you got the answer right.
Describe the moment of victory
-
when you were announced as the
(I) Story Including Waterlogging, winner, your joy, and the pride
Car Breakdown, and Dark Clouds​ you felt. End with how the
Begin with a typical day when experience taught you about
you're driving to a destination. persistence and the thrill of
Suddenly, dark clouds begin to overcoming challenges.
form, and the weather turns
stormy. Soon, heavy rain starts,
and water begins to collect on (iii) “A single child is an
the roads, causing waterlogging. unhappy child” – For or Against​
You notice cars stuck in the For: A single child might face
traffic, struggling to move. In loneliness because they lack
the middle of this chaos, your siblings to play with, share
car breaks down. Describe the experiences, or provide
frustration, the sound of rain companionship. They may feel
pounding on the roof, and the isolated or unable to relate to
difficulty of getting help. As peers with siblings.​
you wait for assistance, reflect Against: Many single children
on the challenges of the are not lonely. They often have
situation—both physical and closer bonds with their parents
emotional. Eventually, the clouds and can enjoy more attention and
start to clear, and the situation resources. Without siblings, they
is resolved, but you’ve learned may develop better social skills
patience and resilience. with others outside the family
and are often more independent
and mature.​
(ii) Participating in a Radio Present examples and experiences
Quiz Show​ to support your stance and
Start by describing your explain why having siblings isn’t
excitement when you heard about always necessary for happiness.
the radio quiz show. You called
in, nervous but hopeful, and were
selected as a contestant. (iv) Strange Incident at a
Describe the tension as you Roadside Eatery​
answered the first few questions. Describe a typical visit to a
Slowly, you gained confidence roadside eatery, where you’re
with each correct answer. The enjoying a dish you love.
competition grew tougher, but Suddenly, something strange
your determination and focus kept happens—perhaps an unexpected
you going. When you reached the incident like an animal causing a

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scene, an unusual customer action, emotion, and clear

interaction, or something odd sequencing. Keep the story
happening with your food (e.g., realistic with a gentle moral
finding an unexpected item in about awareness and kindness.
your meal). Share your
reaction—were you surprised,
disgusted, or amused? What did
(ii) We are totally dependent on
you do in response? Describe how
our phones… Narrate an incident
the incident made you reflect on
when you got lost.​
hygiene, customer service, or
Begin with planning a solo or
expectations from street food
group trip using your phone’s map
vendors. Conclude with the lesson
or navigation. Describe how the
you learned from the
phone either ran out of battery,
situation—maybe about trusting
had no signal, or malfunctioned.
your instincts or questioning the
You suddenly realized you were
quality of street food.
lost—confused streets, unknown
area, or a forest trail. Write
about your initial panic or fear,
! then how you stayed calm. Maybe
you asked strangers, remembered
landmarks, or used a printed map.
Show how you overcame the
PP 3:
challenge with presence of mind.
End by reflecting on the
importance of preparation and not
(i) Write a short story in which relying fully on technology. Use
a dog, a baby, and a clown play vivid imagery to describe your
important roles.​ surroundings and emotions.
Start with a birthday party in a
park or home where a clown is
entertaining children, assisted
(iii) There should be an
by his trained dog. A curious
unemployment allowance for the
baby crawls away unnoticed, drawn
qualified but unemployed. (For or
by a balloon or bird. The dog
Against)​
notices and runs after the baby,
Choose one side clearly—For:
barking to alert the clown. The
Argue that educated youth often
clown follows, and together they
struggle financially while
find the baby near a dangerous
seeking jobs. An allowance helps
spot like a pond or road. The dog
maintain dignity, reduces stress,
protects the baby while the clown
and allows focus on
calls for help. End with a joyful
skill-building. It’s a form of
reunion and the clown and dog
social security. Against: Argue
being hailed as heroes. Focus on
that it may promote laziness,

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misuse of public funds, and (i) Write a story including: car

dependency. Funds could be used salesman, confused man, lost bag​
for job creation instead. Begin at a car showroom or
Whichever side you choose, give parking area. A confused man
real-life examples, statistics enters, frantically searching for
(if known), and logical something. A helpful car salesman
reasoning. Use persuasive approaches to assist, thinking
language and structured arguments he’s a customer. The man explains
with a clear introduction, body he has lost a bag with important
(3 points), and conclusion. documents or money. There’s
confusion over car models or bags
left in cars. The salesman checks
CCTV or makes an announcement.
(iv) Describe how you
After twists and some suspense,
accomplished a difficult task
the bag is found—maybe in the
which required hard work,
wrong car or handed in by a
determination, and confidence.​
customer. The man is relieved and
Choose a personal or imagined
grateful. Story ends with a
task—preparing for an exam,
handshake, gratitude, and perhaps
winning a sports event, learning
a surprise connection (e.g., the
a new skill, or completing a
man decides to buy a car). Use
project. Describe the challenges:
dialogue, light humor, and a
time pressure, lack of resources,
clear resolution.
fear of failure. Then write about
how you made a plan, worked hard
daily, and stayed motivated.
Mention people who supported or (ii) Fancy dinner plan
doubted you. Highlight a turning interrupted by a case of mistaken
point where you almost gave up identity​
but didn’t. End with your success Describe getting ready in
and how the experience changed excitement for a fancy restaurant
you. Focus on emotional journey outing. As you step outside, you
as well as actions taken. Use see people arguing near your
first-person narration and gate—a serious confrontation.
reflective tone. Someone claims you or a family
member is someone they’re looking
for (e.g., a thief, debtor, or
impersonator). You try to explain
but are ignored. Tension rises.
Eventually, someone else appears
PP4:
or proof is shown that it’s a
case of mistaken identity. The
accuser apologizes. You’re shaken
but amused afterward. The dinner

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is either missed or becomes more can change in moments. Use vivid

memorable due to the incident. descriptions and sensory details
Focus on suspense, confusion, and to create tension and emotion.
emotions with a touch of humor.

Pp5
(iii) A long life is a blessing –
For or Against​
For: A long life allows one to
(i) Write a story including: a
see generations grow, learn
marathon, police intervention,
deeply, contribute to society,
family reunion​
and experience more of the world.
Begin with a major marathon
You can share wisdom and be a
event in the city. You or a main
guiding force.​
character is participating.
Against: Without health or
During the race, something
support, a long life may bring
unusual happens—a runner
loneliness, suffering, and
collapses, a protest starts, or a
dependence. The value lies not in
child gets lost—leading to police
length but in quality of life.​
intervention. While helping or
Choose a clear stance and
escaping the chaos, a character
support it with logical points
unexpectedly meets a long-lost
and real-life examples. Include a
family member in the crowd or
strong introduction, 2–3 key
among the spectators. The reunion
arguments, and a conclusion that
is emotional and surprising. The
restates your view. Maintain a
story blends suspense, action,
formal, persuasive tone.
and emotion. End with a
meaningful closure: the family
reconnects, and the marathon
(iv) You woke up and saw a house continues with a renewed sense of
across the road on fire​ purpose. Ensure smooth
Start with a quiet night—you integration of all three
wake up due to noise, light, or elements.
heat. You notice flames and smoke
from the house across the street.
Describe your panic, quick
(ii) An irrational fear and how
actions—calling emergency
you overcame it​
services, waking neighbors,
Begin by describing a fear—such
rushing to help. Maybe you help
as of darkness, heights, water,
guide people out or calm someone.
animals, or public speaking.
Fire engines arrive. Mention
Despite attempts to ignore or
fear, bravery, and how the
hide it, it impacts your daily
community came together. End with
life. Then narrate a specific
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incident when you were forced to author was, and what book they
face the fear: a school trip, an were signing. Describe the crowd,
emergency, or a challenge from a your place in line, and your
friend. Describe your emotional feelings on meeting the writer.
state and what helped Mention a short
you—encouragement, necessity, or interaction—asking a question,
inner strength. As you confront getting advice, or receiving a
the fear, you discover it's personalized message. Highlight
manageable or even disappears. how the event inspired you—maybe
End by reflecting on how that to write more, read deeply, or
moment changed you and gave you appreciate literature. End by
confidence. Focus on emotions, reflecting on the experience and
inner struggle, and growth. its impact. Use vivid details to
bring the event to life and show
your personal takeaway.

(iii) Participation is more

important than winning medals in
international sports – For or PP6
Against​
For: Emphasize the spirit of
sportsmanship, global unity, and (i) Write a short story
personal growth. Participation illustrating: “With faith in
brings honor, builds experience, yourself, you can achieve
and promotes healthy competition.​ anything.”​
Against: Argue that medals Begin with a character (you or
inspire excellence and fictional) who faces a major
recognition. Nations invest in challenge—like a public speaking
athletes for results. Without contest, a race, or a scholarship
aiming to win, effort may exam. Despite fear, criticism, or
decline.​ self-doubt, they train hard and
Choose one side. Present a believe in themselves. Others may
strong introduction, three solid mock or discourage them. Describe
points with examples (Olympics, moments of struggle and the
Indian athletes, etc.), and a temptation to give up. Then,
conclusion reinforcing your during the final event, the
stand. Maintain a formal and character remains calm and
persuasive tone. focused, drawing strength from
their belief. They succeed—not
necessarily by winning, but by
giving their best. End with
(iv) Describe attending a book recognition, satisfaction, or
signing event of a famous writer​ personal growth. The story should
Start with your excitement about
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show how self-confidence and examples (like misuse in exams,

persistence lead to achievement. or how online classes help remote
students). Conclude firmly,
restating your view. Maintain
clarity and formal tone.
(ii) Narrate your experience of
being sick and missing an
important competition​
Start with your preparation for (iv) Leaving your home town after
the competition—hard work, your father’s transfer​
excitement, and dreams. Then Begin with the announcement of
suddenly, you fall sick—describe your father’s transfer. Describe
symptoms, doctor’s visit, and the sadness of leaving—friends,
confinement to bed. The school, familiar places,
disappointment of missing the favourite food joints. Share a
event hits hard. Share your few cherished memories: evening
emotional journey: sadness, walks, festivals, or your
frustration, acceptance. Use this favourite spots. Then, shift to
week to reflect, read, or find your experience in the new
inspiration elsewhere. Maybe town—different culture, new
friends or teachers encourage school, new people. Mention
you. End by sharing how you’ve difficulties you faced and how
learned to handle setbacks and you are slowly adapting—making
how you plan to try again. Focus friends, learning local language,
on emotional depth and maturity finding similar places. End with
in dealing with disappointment. a hopeful tone—how change is hard
but brings new growth. Use warm,
nostalgic language for your
hometown and a positive tone for
(iii) Information on the Internet
adaptation.
is doing more harm than good –
For or Against​
For (Harm): Internet spreads
misinformation, causes pp7
distractions, privacy issues, and
over-dependence. Students often
copy instead of learning. Fake (i) Write a story with the theme:
news spreads panic.​ “A Stitch in Time Saves Nine”​
Against (Good): Internet Begin with a small problem—a
provides instant access to leaky pipe, a torn school bag, a
learning, global news, career slight illness, or a weak wall
guidance, and creativity. It crack. The character (you or
depends on how wisely it's used.​ fictional) ignores it thinking
Choose one side and stick to it. it's minor. Time passes, and the
Write 3 logical points with problem worsens—pipe bursts, bag

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tears during an exam, illness practical skills are rarely

worsens, or the crack damages the tested.​
wall. The consequences are major: Against: Grades show
loss, embarrassment, or risk. understanding and consistency.
Realizing the mistake, the They reward discipline and
character learns to act quickly preparation. They motivate
next time. The story ends with a students to study.​
reflective tone, reinforcing the Choose a side. Support with
value of prompt action. Use real-life examples or comparisons
realistic details and a clear (e.g., Einstein and school
cause-effect flow. performance). Keep a balanced
tone and write a clear
conclusion.

(ii) Narrate an encounter with a

celebrity you admire​
Begin with your admiration for (iv) Sole survivor of an air
the celebrity—actor, author, crash – journey through tough
athlete, or leader. Describe the countryside​
unexpected or planned opportunity Begin with the air
to meet them—at a public event, crash—describe chaos, fear, and
airport, book fair, or hotel. survival. Realize you’re alone.
Include your nervousness and Describe the wilderness: dense
excitement. Narrate the forest, lack of food, wild
meeting—your short conversation, animals, weather, injury,
autograph, or photo, and the loneliness. Narrate each day—how
celebrity’s behavior (kind, warm, you stayed alive using instincts,
inspiring). Share what you hope, or nature. Show inner
learned or how it motivated you struggle: fear, despair,
further. End with how the determination. On the seventh
encounter remains a cherished day, you see signs of life—smoke,
memory. Use vivid, emotional footprints, or sounds. Reaching
language to show your excitement the village brings overwhelming
and admiration. relief and tears. End with
gratitude, trauma, and lessons
learned about life and survival.
Focus on vivid details and
(iii) “Grades in exams indicate
emotional intensity.
neither intelligence nor efforts”
– For or Against​
For: Grades often reflect
memorization, exam technique, or
luck. Talented, hardworking
students may underperform due to Pp8
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(i) Write a story illustrating:

“A bad workman quarrels with his
tools.”​ (iii) “Today’s generation is more
Set your story around a student, self-centered” – For or Against​
worker, or artist who fails in a For: Argue that modern youth
task—drawing, baking, repairing prioritize personal comfort,
something, or performing in a social media fame, and gadgets.
competition. The person blames Traditional values like
their tools—bad pencils, faulty community, respect, and patience
oven, slow computer—but the real are fading.​
issue is lack of preparation, Against: Argue that today’s
focus, or skill. A turning point youth are more aware,
comes when someone points this independent, and expressive. Many
out or they see someone succeed fight for social causes and
with the same tools. The mental health.​
character then works hard to Support your stance with 2–3
improve, and in the end, succeeds strong points and real-life
without blaming external things. examples. Write in a clear,
The story should reflect that structured format: introduction,
blaming tools is an excuse for arguments, and a conclusion
poor effort. summarizing your view. Stay
balanced and persuasive.

(ii) Narrate an incident that

helped you bounce back after (iv) Describe being stuck in a
losing hope​ traffic jam for hours​
Begin with a phase in life where Start with where you were
you felt hopeless—maybe after going—a school exam, airport,
failure, loss, or rejection. function, or emergency. Suddenly,
Describe your emotional state: traffic halts—roadwork, accident,
dull, directionless, and or weather. Describe the heat,
isolated. Then, narrate a noise, frustration, and how
motivating incident—meeting people reacted. Share your own
someone inspiring, reading difficulties—hunger, worry,
something powerful, or watching missing an event. You might see
someone overcome greater odds. acts of kindness or frustration
This moment sparks a change—you among others. Show how you passed
start making efforts, changing the time or tried to stay calm.
your mindset, setting goals. Show End with the outcome—late
gradual progress. End by arrival, a lesson learned, or
highlighting how one incident can something unexpected. Focus on
reignite life. Use emotional tone sensory details and your
and a positive conclusion. emotional response.

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measures, community meetings, or

relief. Show how the event
Pp9 affected people and brought them
together. Focus on action and
reactions.
(i) Story beginning with: “In my
deep sleep, I heard a loud voice
at the door.”​
Begin with the night (iii) “War should be avoided at
setting—dark, silent, everyone all costs” – For or Against​
asleep. Suddenly, a loud knock or For: War brings death,
shout wakes you. You hesitate, destruction, displacement, and
afraid. Is it danger or an long-term trauma. Peaceful
emergency? Describe cautiously dialogue is the answer in a
opening the door—or peeking out. civilized world. Modern warfare
Maybe it’s a lost child, a destroys economies and lives.​
neighbor in distress, or a Against: Some argue war is
stranger needing help. Build necessary for defense, justice,
suspense and tension. Then reveal or protecting sovereignty.
the reason behind the Without strong responses, threats
voice—emotional, shocking, or may grow.​
surprising. End with a twist, Choose a side. Support with
lesson learned, or a feeling of examples like World War II,
relief. Use suspenseful language Ukraine crisis, or India’s
and vivid description to hook the peaceful diplomatic strategies.
reader. Use logical arguments and a
persuasive tone. Conclude with a
strong statement supporting your
stance.
(ii) Narrate an account of a
robbery attempt in your
neighbourhood​
Start with an ordinary evening (iv) Describe your relationship
or night. Suddenly, someone with your pet and how you care
notices suspicious activity—a man for it​
climbing a wall, dogs barking, or Introduce your pet—its name,
a sound near a window. Describe type, age, and personality. Share
how the news spreads—neighbors how it came into your life.
gather, lights turn on, someone Describe daily care: feeding,
calls the police. Some react with cleaning, playtime, vet visits,
fear, others with courage. and special treats. Talk about
Describe what the robbers did, emotional bonding—how your pet
how they were caught or escaped. comforts you, makes you laugh, or
Include police arrival and what understands your moods. Share a
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routines. Explain how caring for training or practice phase,

a pet has made you more moments of struggle, and the
responsible and loving. End with final performance or success.
how much your pet means to you. Focus on how confidence and
Use warm, affectionate tone and mindset played a key role. End
vivid imagery. with achievement or
transformation, proving that
belief leads to success.

Pp10

(iii) “Private tuitions are a

necessary evil” – For or Against​
(i) Story illustrating: “The
For: Regular school teaching is
apple does not fall far from the
often rushed or overcrowded.
tree”​
Tuitions help students catch up,
Start with a child whose traits
revise, and gain confidence.
mirror their parent’s—either in
They’ve become necessary for
talent, attitude, or flaws. Maybe
competitive exams.​
a young boy is mischievous like
Against: Tuitions create
his prankster father or brave
dependency and stress. Some
like his police officer mother.
teachers focus less in school to
The story could show how others
increase tuition demand. They are
expect different behavior, but
costly and not always effective.​
the child unknowingly repeats the
Pick one side. Support with real
parent’s path—facing a challenge
examples (students relying on
with courage or repeating a
coaching for board exams or those
mistake. Use an incident (e.g.,
thriving through self-study). End
school function, crisis at home)
with a firm conclusion.
that reveals the similarity. End
with someone observing the
striking resemblance, reinforcing
the theme. (iv) A night stranded in the car
after a landslide​
Begin with a happy road trip to
the hill station—excitement,
(ii) They can, who think they can
scenery, music. Suddenly, the
– incident-based narrative​
road is blocked by a
Narrate a personal experience or
landslide—rocks everywhere, panic
story of someone underestimated
among travelers. Describe the
by others—perhaps in sports,
cold night, lack of food and
academics, or public speaking.
water, crying children, dim car
Despite doubts and obstacles,
lights, and fear. Yet, your
they kept faith in themselves and
family stays calm—playing games,
worked hard. Describe the
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with others. Maybe someone helps moment of change—what happened,

or the rescue team arrives by how you felt, and what you
morning. End with a sense of realized. Show the impact: new
relief and gratitude, mindset, goal, behavior, or
highlighting the importance of career path. Conclude with how
patience and family support in you are now different because of
hard times. that single incident.

Pp11 (iii) “We should switch to

electric vehicles” – For or
Against​
(i) Short Story: “Failures are For: Electric vehicles (EVs)
stepping stones to success”​ reduce air pollution and
Begin with a character (you or dependence on fossil fuels. They
fictional) who fails at something are quiet, efficient, and
important—an exam, race, speech, environment-friendly. Governments
or art competition. Show the should support them with charging
disappointment and how others infrastructure.​
react. Instead of giving up, the Against: EVs are expensive, have
person reflects, learns from limited range, and charging takes
mistakes, and works harder. time. Producing batteries has
Include the process of environmental downsides too.​
improvement: practicing, taking Pick a side and support with
advice, staying determined. facts or examples (like Tesla,
Finally, narrate their second Ola Electric, etc.). End with a
attempt—how they succeed and feel strong conclusion showing how it
proud. The story ends with a affects our planet and future
reflection that failure was not generations.
the end, but the beginning of
true growth and success.

(iv) Describe a busy street on a

hot summer afternoon​
(ii) Narrate an incident which Begin with the heat—blazing sun,
changed your life forever​ hot winds, shimmering roads.
Choose a powerful personal or Describe the scene: crowded
fictional experience: meeting stalls, tired shopkeepers,
someone inspiring, surviving an honking vehicles, sweating
accident, facing failure, winning pedestrians. Children search for
unexpectedly, or helping someone shade, vendors sell cold drinks,
in need. Describe how it started and commuters look exhausted.
normally but turned into Mention how the air feels, what
something memorable. Focus on the sounds you hear, and what people

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do to cope—umbrellas, water things went wrong—maybe tripping

bottles, or ice cream. End with in front of a crowd, saying the
the sun slowly setting and the wrong thing, or making a silly
crowd thinning, offering a bit of mistake. Highlight your feelings
relief. Use rich sensory details of embarrassment and how you
to bring the street to life. reacted. Show the awkwardness
that followed. Then, narrate how
the situation was resolved—maybe
people laughed it off, you
Pp12
laughed at yourself, or someone
helped. End by reflecting on how
you learned to handle
embarrassing situations or gained
confidence.
(i) Short Story: “I dived deep
under the blanket”​
Begin with a child (or adult)
retreating into their (iii) “Competition leads to
blanket—perhaps to escape from progress” – For or Against​
something: fear, shyness, or an For: Competition encourages
uncomfortable situation. The innovation, efficiency, and hard
character dives under the work. It pushes individuals,
blanket, trying to shut out the teams, and nations to do better.
world. Suddenly, they discover Examples include sports,
something unexpected under technology, and even education,
there—a forgotten toy, a where competition drives
mysterious note, or a hidden improvement.​
message. This leads them to a new Against: Too much competition
adventure, a secret, or a can lead to stress, unhealthy
self-discovery. As they explore rivalry, and unethical practices.
further, the story can end with a Progress should come from
lesson learned, a solution to a collaboration, not just rivalry.​
problem, or a comforting Support with examples (e.g.,
realization. Focus on building tech companies competing for
curiosity and suspense. innovation, students competing
for marks) and give clear reasons
for your stance. Conclude with a
balanced perspective.
(ii) Account of an embarrassing
experience​
Start by setting the scene—an
important event or place where (iv) Describe a weekly market in
you felt proud or confident. your area​
Then, describe the moment when Start with a vivid description
of the market—crowded, colorful,

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filled with sounds of haggling, comes from purpose, meaning, or

and the smell of food. Describe effort, not mere appearances.
the variety of goods: fresh
vegetables, clothes, toys, or
jewelry. Mention the lively
(ii) An occasion when you just
people: vendors calling out,
could not stop laughing​
shoppers bargaining, children
Start by setting up a funny or
playing around. Focus on an
awkward situation—maybe a friend
interesting scene: a vendor
told a joke, or something
offering a free sample of fruit,
unexpected happened in a serious
a skilled artisan crafting
moment. Describe how you tried to
something in front of customers,
control your laughter but failed.
or an elderly person giving
Use vivid details: facial
advice. Capture the essence of a
expressions, physical reactions,
community coming together, the
or the atmosphere around you. As
excitement, the small joys, and
you laugh, others might join in,
the chaos. End with the hustle
or some might not understand,
fading as the market winds down.
making it more awkward and funny.
End with how the laughter
lightened the mood, and what you
Pp13 learned from the experience—like
the power of humor in breaking
tension or bringing people
(i) Story illustrating: “An empty together.
bag cannot stand upright”​
Begin by introducing a character
who is struggling with something
empty—perhaps a project, (iii) “School students should not
ambition, or relationship that be allowed to use the Internet” –
lacks direction. The character For or Against​
faces challenges, feeling For: The Internet is full of
unstable or lost. Then, something distractions, inappropriate
happens that fills the “bag”—a content, and can lead to
new opportunity, support from a addiction. It can negatively
friend, or the character’s own impact studies and mental health.​
determination. Gradually, the Against: The Internet is an
person becomes strong and essential tool for learning,
confident again, showing that research, and staying connected.
once the bag is filled (with Students can benefit from online
purpose or substance), it stands resources, educational videos,
upright. The story ends with the and platforms that enhance
realization that true strength learning.​
Pick a side and use examples
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news events. Discuss how the means—maybe trying to impress

Internet can be both useful and others, buying things they can’t
harmful, and offer a balanced afford, or taking on tasks that
opinion. Conclude with how are too difficult. This leads to
moderation or supervision could trouble—financial issues,
solve the problem. personal problems, or
overwhelming stress. As the story
progresses, the character learns
the importance of living within
(iv) Describe your best friend:
their limits, setting realistic
appearance, views, likes, and
goals, and making wise choices.
dislikes​
By the end of the story, the
Start by introducing your best
character “cuts their coat
friend—describe their physical
according to their cloth,”
appearance (height, features,
adjusting to what’s practical,
etc.) and personality (funny,
and finding peace in being
serious, adventurous, etc.). Then
content with what they have.
move on to their worldview—how
they approach life, their likes
(sports, books, movies) and
dislikes (habits, attitudes). (ii) Write about a time when you
Talk about their attitude towards were really frightened​
family, elders, peers, and Describe a specific incident
society—are they respectful, where you felt genuine
rebellious, or thoughtful? fear—perhaps when you were alone
Describe their convictions—what at night, during an accident, or
do they believe in? What causes when facing a serious consequence
do they support? End by of your actions (e.g., breaking
explaining how this person something valuable or getting
influences you, and what makes caught for a mistake). Focus on
them a true friend. Focus on your feelings of anxiety, the
capturing both their positive and physical effects of fear (e.g.,
complex traits. racing heart, sweaty palms), and
how you dealt with the situation.
Did you face your fear or run
from it? End with a reflection on
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how that experience affected you
or changed your perspective on
fear.
(i) Story with the theme: “Cut
your coat according to your
cloth”​
(iii) “Online shopping is better
Begin by introducing a character
than traditional shopping” – For
who is living beyond their
or Against​

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For: Online shopping offers

convenience, variety, and better
deals. You can shop anytime, Pp15
compare prices easily, and get
deliveries to your doorstep.​
Against: Traditional shopping (i) Short Story: “Actions speak
offers immediate satisfaction, louder than words”​
the ability to see and feel Begin by introducing a character
products, and personal customer who talks a lot about helping
service. You avoid delivery others or being brave but never
issues, and it’s often easier to actually takes any action. This
return products.​ character might be admired by
Choose a side and provide others for their words. However,
supporting examples (e.g., a situation arises where action
delivery delays or trying on is needed, and the character
clothes online). Consider both fails to step up. Then, introduce
pros and cons and conclude with a another character who doesn’t
personal stance on the benefits talk much but steps in to help or
or drawbacks of each method. solve the problem. This person’s
actions speak louder than the
first character’s words, and the
(iv) Describe your feelings when community sees who the true hero
you were made Head Boy/Head Girl​ is. End with the realization that
Begin by setting the scene: the actions hold more weight than
moment when you were nominated or promises or empty talk.
announced as Head Boy/Head Girl.
Describe the emotions you
felt—surprise, excitement, pride, (ii) Incident when it was
or even nervousness. Reflect on necessary to tell the truth
the responsibilities you now had despite the consequences​
and how you prepared for them Choose a situation where telling
(e.g., speech, organizing the truth was difficult—perhaps a
events). Share how this situation where you made a
recognition made you feel about mistake, hurt someone’s feelings,
yourself—did it boost your or feared punishment. Despite the
confidence or challenge you? End potential consequences, you
by describing how you used the decided to be honest. Describe
opportunity to help others, learn the internal conflict you faced
new skills, and contribute to and the moment of truth. Then,
your school community. Show how explain how the truth affected
the experience shaped your growth the situation—did it make things
as a leader. better or worse? End with a
reflection on why honesty was the

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right choice and how it shaped communicates in an unusual way.

your character or relationships. As you try to understand its
intentions, describe your
feelings—fear, curiosity, or
excitement. End with the alien’s
(iii) “Success favours the
message or what happens next—does
talented” – For or Against​
it stay, leave, or offer
For: Talent plays a key role in
something to humanity?
success. Those who are naturally
gifted in certain areas (e.g.,
sports, music, academics) often
rise to the top. Talent gives A1
them an edge over others,
allowing them to excel without as
much effort.​ (i) Original Short Story:
Against: Success depends on hard Friendship between a boy and his
work, perseverance, and dog​
determination, not just raw Start with a scene showing the
talent. Many successful people boy and his dog together, perhaps
had to work tirelessly and face playing, walking, or sitting
failures before achieving their quietly. Illustrate their bond
goals.​ with simple moments—a boy
Choose a side and support your comforting his dog when it’s
view with examples of talented scared, or the dog loyally
people who succeeded and others following the boy everywhere.
who succeeded due to effort and Show how the dog helps the boy,
determination. Conclude with how whether by being a companion
success is often a balance of during tough times or saving him
both. in an emergency. Highlight how
the dog understands the boy’s
feelings, and the boy appreciates
the dog’s loyalty. End with a
(iv) Alien Landing on Your heartwarming moment that proves
Terrace​ how their friendship has
Start by describing a peaceful deepened, like the dog’s
night on the terrace—maybe you're protective nature or the boy
lying there, gazing at the stars. doing something special for the
Suddenly, you hear a strange dog in return.
noise, and the sky above you
lights up. A spacecraft lands on
the terrace, and an alien
emerges. Describe the alien’s (ii) Mistakenly Going to School
appearance—its shape, color, on a Holiday​
eyes, and clothing. Perhaps it Describe the morning when you
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expecting it to be a normal day.

The school looks empty as you
walk through the gates—no (iv) “Life’s best lessons are
children, no teachers, and learned from friends” – For or
everything is closed. Explore the Against​
eerie quietness of the For: Friends offer unique
school—empty classrooms, locked lessons through their
doors, and the silence. You might experiences, advice, and actions.
feel confused, disappointed, or They teach us about empathy,
even amused. Describe any sounds honesty, and resilience. They are
you hear: perhaps the rustling of often our first teachers in how
leaves in the school yard or the to deal with life’s challenges,
distant hum of the city. As you and the lessons we learn from
leave, you realize your mistake, them are often deeply personal
but it leaves you with a sense of and impactful.​
loneliness, or an amusing thought Against: While friends can teach
about the day’s mix-up. us valuable lessons, life’s best
lessons often come from family,
teachers, or personal
experiences. Friends may not
(iii) Narrating the Experience of always provide the right guidance
Cleaning and Tidying Your Room​ and might sometimes mislead us,
Begin with the realization that especially during difficult
your room has been messy for a times.​
while, and your parents’ constant Support your viewpoint with
reminders to clean it. Start the examples and conclude with the
cleaning process with reluctance significance of friends, family,
or frustration—perhaps moving or both in learning life’s
items around, dusting, or lessons.
organizing your things. Describe
your thoughts and feelings during
the process: was it more
difficult than expected? Did you
find things you had forgotten
about? As you finish cleaning,
reflect on how satisfying it
feels to have a neat and
organized space. Conclude with
the lesson you learned—maybe
about responsibility, the
importance of cleanliness, or how
a tidy environment helps you
focus.

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