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This is a brief informal letter. Due to paucity of space, the introductions and conclusions are kept to a minimum, generally a sentence or two. Stress is laid on the body of the letter, and that is also generally written in a single paragraph. The address of the person writing the postcard is not written elaborately. Only the place is mentioned. The postcard is written within 100 words, as there is a space constraint. So, all that you want to convey must be done in a concise, interesting manner.
Example
You have gone on a holiday to an island. This is the first time you are seeing and experiencing the ambience created by the ocean, the beaches, water sports and the quiet solitude of a secluded place. You are enjoying it immensely. You write a postcard to your friend Dhananjay describing it. Write this postcard in about 50 words.
Model Answer
Tips to Write a Postcard
- Use the space provided for rough work to jot down the main points to be covered, in order of importance. Remember, you have to write it within the stipulated word limit. So, if the word limit is exceeded, the less important points could be left out.
- Write out the postcard, using a pencil, with a brief introduction and conclusion. If it exceeds the word limit,
Examine whether the same point can be stated more briefly
- find out if any of the points can be avoided reorganize
the points
- Very often, by clubbing two or more points together,
the number of words required may be reduced
- restructure the sentence, use different words to make your
writing more effective
If it is less than the stipulated word limit, make sure you have covered all the relevant points. If you have not, then slip in a sentence or phrase here and there to add warmth, humour or interest to your postcard.
- After you feel fully satisfied, ink out your postcard.
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