Book Review

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You have recently read a book. Write a Review on the same with the help of the following points. 

• Title of the book
• Subject/ Story/Information
• Language/Style/Presentation
• Benefits/Message

Review on Ek Hota Carver by Veena Gavankar 

Recently I have read a book 'Ek Hota Carver' by Veena Gavankar. The book is in Marathi on the life of George Washington Carver. It is a biography of a great researcher of nineteenth century.  George was the son of Mary a negro slave. She was living with Mozes Carver's family as he has bought her. One day Mary and her son were taken away by some dacoits to resell the slaves as were the practice in those days.  Mozes tried to get back them and he succeeded in getting back only Mary's son in exchange of a horse. Mozes and his wife Suazanbai brought up this child as their child. He developed his interest in gardening. He was very weak and dumb child. He was sent to Neose for schooling. It was a school for Negros. By doing some odd jobs, he completed his schooling. He developed interest in painting and music too. He was good at education and started to speak without staggering. He was neglected higher education at Highland University because he was black. He got admission in State Iowa College. George got his MS degree in Agricultural and Bacterial Botany and became a professor of the same. Then he was invited in the school of Tuskegee . He accepted the invitation and joined the school. Here he joined hands with Dr. Washington Booker to serve his people. He did many researches there for the welfare of farmers nearby. George Carver invented peanut butter, paints and cotton product.He prepared laboratory instruments from the waste. He made researches in groundnut, sweet root, cotton. He discovered some eatables. 

The book is very interesting. The narrator creates mental picture of that period before us.

The language used here is simple and appropriate to the period. While reading the book we became the part of it. The author of this book Veena Gavankar has used her unique style giving details. The book introduces us with great researcher. It teaches us the hard work, sacrifice and gratitude.

 

Poem 2.2 Indian Weavers

Group Discussion (GD)

Following expressions are useful for group Discussion.

Expressing opinions

I believe……

I think…….

Could I make a point, please?

In my opinion……

It seems to me……

Expressing agreement

Absolutely

You’re right……

I fully agree with…..

Expressing disagreement

I’m afraid I don’t agree with…..

I’m sorry but I see it a little differently.

I can see your point but…..

You may have something there but…..

I respect your point of view, but I’m sorry I can’t go along with you on.......

Suggesting

I think we should……

Why don’t we…..?

Let’s……

Couldn’t we……?

Don’t you think we could….?

Asking for opinion

What is your opinion on….?

What do you feel about…?

I wonder what do you think about…..?

I’d like to know your stand on…..

Interrupting

I’m sorry to interrupt but….

Excuse me. Could I add something, please?

That’s true. Sorry, but…..

Handling Interruptions

Just a moment please. Could I finish what I am saying?

If you would just let me finish…….

Could you wait for a minute, please.

Concluding

To summarise/conclude,……

We can conclude by saying……

Let’s run quickly through the main ideas before concluding

Sample Group Discussion Activity

Mayank, Anagha, Yash and Anuj are participating in a group discussion. The evaluator has given them a topic 'Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat are killing creativity.'  Write suitable dialogues for each participant giving his/her opinion on the topic.

Evaluator : You've all been given a few minutes to think on today's topic for discussion . The topic is 'Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat are killing creativity.'  You may begin now.

Mayank :

Anagha : 

Yash     :

Anuj.    :

Evaluator : You've all been given a few minutes to think on today's topic for discussion . The topic is 'Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter are killing creativity.'  You may begin now.

Mayank : I think the topic of the discussion is very relevant these days. Having a cell phone in every hand, social media like Whatsapp, Facebook, Instagram and Twitter became teenagers' priority. They are spending hours and hours on it. They prefer surfing and sharing to surging creativity. 

Anagha : I agree with Mayank. Social media has taken a place of books and playgrounds. Friends on Facebook are getting more importance than friends on the ground. Features like cut, copy and paste kill the creativity. What do you feel about it Yash?

Yash     : I'm afraid I don't agree with you both. Many teenagers are using social media to reveal their creativity. They are creating videos of their talent and sharing them with the public. Even some youngsters are creating short film and getting appreciation. Social madia has become a strong platform to showcase talent and creativity.

Anuj      : Excuse me. Could I add something, please. 

Yash : Yes, you may.

Anuj : I would like to share my view regarding social media. Social media has emerged as a boon . Whether it's a bane or boon depends upon the user. Sometimes we are sticking to social media beyond limit. Spending time in posting and checking for likes, comments and shares will definitely kill creativity. Still I feel that social media has given a platform to learn many things. 

3.5 Drafting a Virtual Message

Have You Earned Your Tomorrow Poem Most often the input for a message comes in the form of a telephonic conversation between two people. The virtual conversation conveyed in the conversation is to be converted into a message for a third person. Whereas, sometimes, standard instructions contain the necessary information for the message. Such messages are written on small pieces of papers called memo-slips. Basically such messages contain the following:

  Format : 

• Date 

• Time 

• Name of a person to whom the message is directed 

• Body of the message 

• Name of the writer / sender 

  Points to remember : While writing the body of the message, the following points have to be kept in mind. 

• Only the most important details should be written. 

• No new information should be added. 

• Grammatically correct sentences should be used. 

• Indirect or reported speech should be used. 

• The message should be written in simple language and without any abbreviations. 

• Check your message before you submit and send it. 

• Be friendly and polite. 

• Avoid pun/ambiguity/witticism, in short words that would create confusion or a chaotic situation.

  Example:

You receive a telephone call from your mother’s office when she is not at home. You have the following conversation with the speaker. But you have to go for your tuition class. So you leave a message for your mother. Write the message within 50 words using the information given below. Do not add any new information.

Ambuj : Hello! 

Mr Rastogi : Hello! May I speak to Ms Dixit, please? I am Naresh Rastogi from the office. 

Ambuj : Mom’s not at home right now. 

Mr Rastogi : In that case can you give her a message? It is urgent. Please tell her that the meeting fixed for tomorrow has been rescheduled. Ask her to check her mail as soon as possible for the details. Please don’t forget to inform her. 

Ambuj : Don’t worry. I will tell her as soon as she returns. 

 

  Message

14 Feb 3:30 pm Mom , Mr Rastogi from the office called up to say that the meeting fixed for tomorrow has been rescheduled. He wants you to check your mail as soon as possible for the details. He said it was urgent.  Ambuj

  BRAINSTORMING

(A1) (i) In pairs, enact the given conversation between Rakesh and Mrs Sarkar.

Rakesh : Hello, may I speak to Dr Sarkar? 

Mrs Sarkar : He has gone to the hospital to attend the OPD. May I know who is speaking? 

Rakesh : Yes. I am Rakesh Sood. My wife has been having a severe headache since yesterday. Since this morning she has also developed a high temperature. I would be very grateful if the doctor could come over to our place to examine her. 

Mrs Sarkar : Of course. Please let me note down your address. 

Rakesh : It is B-49, New Colony. 

Mrs Sarkar : I will give him your message as soon as he returns. 

Rakesh : Thank you. 

  Mrs Sarkar had to leave for the school where she teaches. So she wrote a message for her husband. Draft the message in not more than 50 words. 

23 Nov 2020 , 8:05 A.M. Dear Hubby,  Mr. Rakesh Sood called up to say his wife has a severe headache and high fever the previous day. He requested you to visit his place to examine his wife. He would be grateful  if you do so. He lives at B-49, New Colony. Leaving this message since I have to go to school to teach.  Mrs. Sarkar

(ii) Using information from the dialogue given below, write the message which Amrita left for her brother, Sourajit. (Do not leave out any vital information or add any new information). 

Shekhar : Is this 28473892? 

Amrita : Yes. May I know who is speaking?

Shekhar : I am Shekhar. I want to speak to Sourajit. I am his friend from IHM, Goa. 

Amrita : I am his sister. Sourajit is not at home at the moment. Can you ring up a little later? 

Shekhar : I shall be a little busy. Actually, I have got a placement at the Hotel Mumbai, and will have to join with immediate effect. So right now I am trying to get all the formalities completed. This is the news that I wanted to give Sourajit. Will you do that for me? Also tell him that I will let him know my new cell phone number as soon as I get one. 

Amrita : I’ll do that. Bye and all the best. 

  Amrita had to leave for office. So she wrote a note for Sourajit. Draft her message in not more than 50 words. 

 

23 Nov 2020 , 8:05 A.M.                                                                                                                                                         Sourajit,  Mr. Shekhar , your friend from IHM Goa called up when you were not home. He called up to give news about his placement at Hotel Mumbai. He stated that he would be busy in completing formalities of joining. He would let you know his new cell phone number very soon.  Amrita.

(iii) You are Priyanka, a personal assistant to Ms Sen. She was away attending a meeting when Mr Garg rang up. You spoke to him and jotted down his message in your note- pad. Draft the message for Ms Sen using the information in your notes given below.

Mr Garg - rang up - 5pm - has received the CDs and the posters - coming tomorrow - to thank Ms Sen and to personally hand over the cheque. 

 

31 December 2020, 05:10PM Ms. Sen Mr.Garg called up at 5 PM stating that he had received the CDs and the posters. He will be coming tomorrow to thank you and hand over the cheque personally. Priyanka.

(iv) Read the following conversation between Aashna and Mr Singh. 

Aashna : Hello, may I speak to Ranajit, please? 

Mr Singh : Ranajit is getting ready for school. May I know who is speaking? 

Aashna : My name is Aashna. I am Ranajit’s classmate. 

Mr Singh : Hello, Aashna. I am Ranajit’s father. Is there any message? 

Aashna : Yes. Please ask him to bring his biology notebook to school today. I was absent from school due to illness. I would like to see the notes which our biology teacher gave to the class during my absence. 

Mr Singh : I will definitely do that. 

  Since Mr Singh had to go for his morning walk he left a message for Ranajit. Draft that message in 50 words. 

  (v) Rajat comes home from school and finds the door locked. Since he has a duplicate key he enters and finds a note from his mother kept on the table. In it she explains that she had to rush to the hospital with Mrs Manohar, their neighbour, who had met with an accident. She has also written that he should have the rice and curry kept on the dining table for lunch. He could heat the food in the microwave oven if he wanted to, but he should be very careful while handling the switch. Draft the message which Rajat’s mother left for him.

(vi) Using the information given below, write a message which Manu left for his sister, Renu. (Do not add any new information. The message should not exceed 50 words). 

Ruhaan rang up-book-reading session-‘Children Ask Kalam’-Dr A.P.J. Abdul Kalam-ompilation of letters received by him from children and his answers- Oxford Book Store-8 pm, this evening,-pick you up-6:30 pm-attend reading session together. 

  (vii) Given below is a template for a message. Imagine you are working as a receptionist in a company and you are supposed to maintain the call record. Complete the details given in the template for a particular message.

Call For : From : Company : Date Time Phone ( ) Message : Action (Circle One) Taken By Phoned Returned Your Call Back Will Call Again Call

SOP : Statement of Purpose

A statement of Purpose (SOP) is an essay type application made to a university to seek admission to a particular course. 

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Format of the 'SOP'

1. Begin with introduction 

2. Reason for joining the course/ interest

3. Your Qualities, hobbies extracurricular activities 

4. Experience/internship/ project  

5. Advantages of course to you in respect of career 

6. Make your SOP unique. Show how you are different. 

Sample 1 

Read the personal details given below and prepare a suitable Statement of Purpose.

(i) University of Bath, UK is one of the leading Universities for Business Studies. You belong to a business family - wish to start your own business carry forward your family business in future. In your junior college you have opted for commerce, scored well in your Std X Board Examination you made profit in the stall you had put up in the business fair organized by your school/college. Your hobbies are playing cricket/hockey, you get along well with people.

SOP

Running a business is my childhood dream. Business is not a child's play. But I was different in my teenage. Listening business stories from my father, a businessman, the seed of business was planted in my mind. Ours is a business family. Those stories fascinated e vey much. I am eager to exploit my hunger for the course of B School. 

    I wish to start my own business and carry forward my family business in future. The skills I  need to polish are provided in your prestigious University of Bath UK. Learning through your university I will acquire all the necessary skills. I am very much interested in practicing the skills I learn. I would like to run and expand the business to provide employment as well as grow GDP.  

    After scoring well in the Std X Board I opted for commerce stream to meet my dream of businessman. During my Jr. College sojourn I made a handsome profit in the stall I had put up in the business fair organised  by my college. My school had organised a visit to business houses. We met owners and managers who explained us the working of business and its importance in the development of our nation. This visit gave me new insight towards business. 

    I was a captain of my college cricket team. Being a captain I developed a leadership quality which will be fruitful for me to run a business. The team work, zeal and expertise displayed was a learning point.  

    I believe University Of Bath, UK is the ideal location for me to study Business. It is known for the best faculties and campus visited by business tycoons. I hope to secure admission that will provide me with the opportunities  to fulfil my cherished dream.

Book Review

You are highly passionate towards becoming a successful entrepreneur and therefore want to pursue your higher education in "Business Management‟. Your background and skills have motivated you towards business and now you seek admission to accomplish a degree in "Business Management‟ at a reputed University.

Prepare a "Statement of Purpose‟ in about 100 to 150 words, which will help you to get admission to this University

Dear Admissions Committee,

I am writing to express my strong interest in pursuing a degree in Business Management at your esteemed university. I have always been passionate about entrepreneurship and creating value in the business world. My background and skills have motivated me towards business and now I am eager to further develop my entrepreneurial skills through academic study and practical experience.

I have been involved in various business ventures, including a start-up that I founded in college. These experiences have given me a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities of entrepreneurship, and have instilled in me a deep appreciation for the importance of effective business management. I believe that pursuing a degree in Business Management at your university will provide me with the knowledge, skills, and network I need to achieve my entrepreneurial goals.

I am committed to working hard and contributing positively to the vibrant academic community at your university. I am excited about the prospect of being part of a diverse group of passionate and creative individuals who share my enthusiasm for business and entrepreneurship.

Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to learn from and contribute to your university.

Sincerely,

 Amit Joshi 

Mind Mapping

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Writing a Compering Script

Draw a mind map on 'Reusable and Organic Straws' 

Draw a mind map on 'Benefits of Games and Sports .

  

Use your imagination to make Mind Mapping creative and effective. See the following Mind Mapping. Learning of software programming.

Formal E-mail Writing

An email written for business communication or professional use is a formal email. The email written for any government department, school authority, company or any officers are the formal emails. Use of polite and formal words, the reason for writing mail, clarity, proper greeting and closing are some of the features of the formal email.

Sample



Write an email . 


You are the college representative and your Principal has assigned you the task of writing an email to the Divisional Officer , Satpuda Mountain Ranges , Nagpur , seeking permission for the mountaineering expedition to be organized by your college. 



_____________________________________________
From: student12@gmail.com
_____________________________________________
To: divisionalofficerngp@gmail.com
_____________________________________________
CC/BCC: 
_____________________________________________
Subject : Regarding permission for the                            mountaineering

Respected Sir,

I am Manoj Bhaye a college representative of Mahatma Gandhi College of Science Chandrapur. Our college has planned some outdoor and adventurous activities. Mountaineering is one of them. The principal has assigned me the task of getting permission for it.
 As a college representative, I request you to grant us permission for the mountaineering on the Satpuda Mountain Ranges. A batch of 20 students will be the participants. We have basic knowledge of the mountaineering. The participants are capable of mountaineering. We all meet the requirements for the expedition. We will be abide by the rules and regulations.
Kindly do the necessary and grant us permission for mountaineering expedition.

Thanking you,

Regards 

Manoj Bhaye
Class : Std 11th
Mahatma Gandhi College of Science
Chandrapur (MS)


Attachment : 1. a list of students 2. Their fitness certificates

Interview Questions : Bravery Award Winner

Imagine you have to conduct an interview of a distinguished person who won a national award.

Name of the interviewee -  Machindra Khillare

Area of Success/ Reputation : National Award

Date / Venue/ Time :  4 March 9 A.M. Times Studio 

Duration of Interview : 30 Minutes

Questions 

1. You got prestigious bravery award for saving a mother and son from drowning. How did this happen?

2. What feelings made you to dive into the water?

3. When did you learn swimming? Did your parents support to learn swimming?

4. Weren't you afraid of risking your life?

5. How did you feel when you saved two lives? 6. How did your family react when they first knew what you did?

7. How do you feel now after receiving the award? 

8. What will you do with the amount you received as  prize? 

9. What do you want to become in future?

10. What message would you like to give the children of your age?

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Compering for Prize Distribution Ceremony

Imagine that you are a compere of a ‘Prize Distribution Ceremony’ of your college. Write a script of the same.

1. Introduction – A brief introduction of the programme / function / show.

Good morning to one and all present here. We are gathered here for ………. . The guests have arrived here. Let’s welcome them with a thunder of applause.
2. Lighting the lamp
I call upon the honourable chief guest ……. And the Principal of our college ........to light the lamp and garland the photos of Mahatma Gandhi, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar, Savitribai Fule and Fatima Sheikh.
I request all the dignitaries to take their respective seats on the stage. Please come over here sirs.

3. Welcome song
Now I request Mrs. ………. Madam and her team to recite the welcome song.

4. Welcome speech – Welcome of all guests. Felicitation – felicitation of the guests (the principal, vice principal etc.)
I request honourable Prinicipal ….. to welcome the chief guest honourable ……. with bouquet and book, also felicitate with shawl and shreefal.
I urge the vice Principal ….. to welcome The Principal by offering bouquet . ……… Thank you.

5. Main events
Now I request the honourable principal …… to deliver an introductory speech on the occasion.
Thank you sir for apprising us with achievement of our college.
Now the Prize Time .
1. I request the honourable chief guest to confer the award of sports.
I call upon SushilKumar and team to receive the trophy for cricket .

Mohan Kusale and team for Kabbadi.

Suhas Aswale and team for volleyball

2. I request honourable principal to confer award for cultural events and academic events.
I call upon Juhi and team to accept the trophy for group dance .

Manish Vasake for Individual dance.
Shruti Thamke for student of the year.

3. I request honourable chief guest ….. to guide us with his mesmerising speech.
Thank you sir for this guidance.

6. Vote of thanks
I call upon Suraj Nahate to propose vote of thanks.

Blog Writing For FYJC

Blog format
1. Address of the blog like syjcenglish.blogspot.in
2. Bar with Search symbol /Create blog Sign in (options)
3. Title of the blog ( BLOG WRITING : A SKILL)
4 DATE
5. HEADLINE OF THE BLOG POST
6. Blog post on given topic.
7. Social profile

Child Labour : A Curse To Humanity

Child labour is a blot on humanity. Since time unknown it is practiced in our society. Children being yoked to the work depriving them from the childhood come under child labour category. We see children working in household, hotels, shops, even in industries like crackers, match box manufacturing companies. Instead of using their heads for books, children are using their heads for carrying bricks. Instead of enjoying in school, they are engaged in work pool.
Parents due to poverty are helpless and send their children to work. They support the family income. This is a primary cause of child labour practice. Industries employ children due to low wages. Children work more in less wages without complaints.

Childhood otherwise flourished have been crushed. It gives vent to illiteracy, health problems and pre maturity among children.

Blog on Cycling- A better way to commute

Say No To Junk Food

Appeal your classmates to say 'No to Junk Food' ' Avoid Fast Food'. Write an appeal to prefer organic food over junk food.  ( Two different appeals are given. )

• Attraction of fast-food items
• Effects on body and mind.
• Ways of avoiding the fast food.
• Options for fast food.
• Appeal to society.

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Expansion of Ideas

If winter comes, can spring be far behind?

If winter comes, can spring be far behind? is a quote of a great nature poet P. B. Shelley. The quote means spring, a symbol of life and joy follows the winter, a symbol of death. It is symbolic of life. As there is cycle of seasons in nature, the life is a web of sorrow and happiness. Pain is not permanent. It is followed by gain of happiness. It makes us optimistic. It gives rise to hopefulness.

    The poet was undergoing a bad patch in poetry. Good poetry wasn't coming of his way. But he didn't give in. He strongly believed in his strength. He was hopeful of good poetry soon. Everyone of us has tough times in life. We should remember that there will be a good time sooner or later. Yuvraj Singh was diagnosed with cancer. He got treatment and came out with a new vigour to play cricket.

    Every cloud has silver lining.  One should have positive attitude towards life. If you think you can, you can. If you think you can't, you can't. Morning follows night. There is light after darkness.

Eat to live not live to eat'

'Eat to live not live to eat' is an idiom. It stands as an advice of doctor to obese.It is an advice for everyone of us in the age of fast food. Eat to live means eating for survival and to energize the body. Live to eat means taking interest only in food. It is giving more importance to the tongue and belly than to the whole body.

In the world of busy life schedule no one has much time to take care of health. One should not forget that 'Health is Wealth'
Those who live to eat fall prey to innumerable diseases. To much eating or eating all the time gives a shelter to disease. In the school and college students eat fast food. Such food is tasty so they keep eating as if they live to eat. Parents also bring such food at home. Nowadays going to restaurants for weekend,birthdays and anniversaries have become a status symbol. People are taking more interest in eating than jogging. They eat after morning walk; they eat before going to office; they eat during office hours and they eat while reaching home. After reaching they set out with family to eat. Their days are filled with eating and eating.

This practice is not healthy. So we should eat to fuel the body. Breakfast, lunch and dinner is a wise way to be healthy. The food we consume should have nutrients. Increase in diseases like obesity,cardiac arrest, blood pressure, sugar level, hypertension etc. is the effect of too much eating. To live a happy and healthy life we should remember the doctor's advice
'Eat to live not live to eat'.


Expansion of Idea

A bad workman blames his tools.*

One who fails in his efforts /work gives excuses. He/she assumes other things responsible for the failure. Instead of taking responsibility of uncompleted work some people find fault with the equipment. They blame the equipment for the their failure. They do not accept their fault.
My friend was repairing a cell phone. He put all the efforts. After a while he handed the phone to the owner. The phone persisted the same problem. When the owner complained, he told him that the cell phone was outdated. It was beyond repair. He suggested to buy a new one. The owner went to another repair store and got his phone repaired. Here it means that my friend had little knowledge of phone repairing and he could not repair it. But he blamed the cell phone itself.

On many occasions people consider them skilled and expert. In spite of their failure they blame on other or equipment. They blame always others for their unfinished work. It means such persons are bad workmen and they blame the tools they are using.

Report On Parent Teacher Meet

Parent Teacher Meet Held
Gadchandur :5 FEB 2019
Parent Teacher Meet was organised at Mahatma Gandhi Vidhyalaya and Jr College Gadchandur run by Gadchandur Shikshan Prasarak Mandal Gadchandur on 4 February 2019. Mr Vitthalrao Thipe Director GSPM presided over the meet. Dhananjay Gore Joint Secretary GSPM and Ramchandra Sonpitre Director GSPM were guests of honour. Principal Giridhar Bobade, Vice Principal Sharad Jogi, Vice president of parent teacher forum Vitthalrao Kusale and other members, teachers and students were present on the occasion.
At the outset traditional lamp was lighted at the auspicious hands of dignitaries and the photo of Savitrbai Fule was garlanded piously.
Prof. Prafulla Mahure made an introductory speech and guided students of Std 10 about available courses after SSC. Parents query session was undertaken in which parents put forth their problems and suggestions regarding their wards . Principal Giridhar Bobade sorted out the grievances of parents and apprised parents about the ongoing curricular activities. In his presidential speech Vitthalrao Thipe elaborated the importance of time, study and discipline. Assessed Answer books of Pre-Board Exam of HSC and SSC were made available to the students and parents. Sri Santosh Mungole conducted programme and Shri Waman Tekam proposed vote of thanks.