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        NOTICE WRITING  What is a Notice? A notice is a written or printed announcement (Example – a notice for sale). It is written in order to inform a large number of people about an event that has happened or is about to happen. It could be an upcoming event, competition, Lost, and found notice or just a piece of information to be delivered to the targeted audience. It is generally written in a formal tone. Notices are factual and to-the-point. The language used is simple and formal , not flowery. They are put up on display boards in schools or in public places. IMPORTANT  POINTS  Tips for writing a notice A notice should be written correctly in the Proper format:  The name of the institution/organisation issuing the notice should be written at the top  The title ‘NOTICE’ should be written at the centre in capital letters The date should be written on the left-hand side ee.g.21st August, 2026.  A catchy/relevant heading should in...

      POEM - 5HE VOICE OF THE RAIN                 BY - Walt Whitman Poet Introduction  Walter Whitman Jr.  May 31, 1819 – March 26, 1892) was an American poet, essayist, and journalist; he also wrote two novels. He is considered one of the most influential poets in American literature and world literature . Whitman incorporated both transcendentalism and realism in his writings and is often called the father of free verse . His work was controversial in his time, particularly his 1855 poetry collection Leaves of Grass , which was described by some as obscene for its overt sensuality. Poem  Introduction  Walt Whitman’s “The Voice of the Rain” is written as a dialogue in which the rain answers the poet’s question by calling itself the “Poem of Earth,” describing its endless cycle of rising as vapour and falling back to nourish and purify the land. The poet closes by comparing this cycle to a song that leaves ...

  POEM - The Laburnum  Top  POET INTRODUCTION    Laburnum Top Introduction The poem ‘The Laburnum Top’ is written by Ted Hughes. It is about a repaying relationship between the Laburnum tree and the Goldfinch bird. The tree is yellow, silent and death-like and is made alive by the bird and her young ones. The yellow bird has her shelter on the tree where she feeds her young ones. But as soon as the bird leaves to fly in the sky, the tree becomes silent and death-like again. Poem - The Laburnum Top The Laburnum top is silent, quite still In the afternoon yellow September sunlight, A few leaves yellowing, all its seeds fallen. Till the goldfinch comes, with a twitching chirrup A suddenness, a startlement, at a branch end. Then sleek as a lizard, and alert, and abrupt, She enters the thickness, and a machine starts up Of chitterings, and a tremor of wings, and trillings — The whole tree trembles and thrills. It is the engine of her family. She stokes it full, then ...

 L - The Address  Introduction to "The Address" by Marga Minco "The Address" is a poignant short story written by Dutch author Marga Minco. The narrative explores themes of loss, memory, and the aftermath of war, particularly focusing on the experiences of Jewish people during and after World War II. Through a simple yet powerful storyline, Minco delves into the emotional impact of displacement and the search for remnants of a lost past. The story is notable for its concise style and the subtle way it conveys deep feelings of sorrow and alienation, making it a significant work in post-war literature. MAIN CHARACTER  NARRATOR  MRS. S- mother Darling  - a friend  of mother  Very Short Answer Questions from The Address Q1. What is the address in the title of the story? Ans. The address is Number 46, Marconi Street, where Mrs Dorling lives and where the narrator's mother's belongings are stored. Q2. Who is Mrs Dorling? Ans. Mrs Dorling is an old acquaint...

      SPEECH  WRITING  Speech Writing Speech writing is the method of conveying a thought or message to a reader using the correct punctuation and expression. Speech writing isn't much different from any other form of narrative writing. Features of Speech Writing Speech writing is the art of crafting a speech that is clear, engaging, and effective for an audience. Here are the key features of good speech writing: Clarity and Simplicity Use simple and clear language so the audience can easily understand the message. Purposeful The speech should have a clear purpose, whether to inform, persuade, entertain, or motivate. Audience Awareness Tailor the content and tone according to the audience's interests, level of understanding, and expectations. Engaging Introduction Start with a hook such as a question, quote, or interesting fact to grab attention. Logical Structure Organize the speech with a clear introduction, body, and conclusion. Use transitions to connect ide...

                    TENSES  What are Tenses in English Grammar? A tense in English grammar helps us to express when an action or event happens. There are three main types of tenses: Present Tense - denotes actions that are happening now or regularly. Past Tense - Denotes the actions that have already happened. Future Tense - Denotes the actions that will happen later. Each of these tenses has 4 forms, making it 12 main tense rules in English Grammar. Present simple Use the base form of the verb.        (add ‘s’ or ‘es’ with he/she/it ) He plays with her Toy.   NEGATIVE  - Do not / does not. INTERROGATIVE  - Do / does + subject  + object      2. Present Continuous am / is / are + verb + ing I am reading a newspaper. 3. Present Perfect has / have + past participle They have finished their homework. 4. Present Perfect Continuous has / have + been + verb + ing She has been playing...