|
Sometimes the events of the day leave one with a sense of wonder or anger. An entry is made in the diary so that the day with its accompanying emotions may be remembered.
- Read the topic carefully and underline the key points.
- Do adequate rough work:
a. Write down key points on which you will elaborate.
b. Analyse the given verbal stimulus/visual stimulus.
c. Make a note of some catch phrases that come to mind.
d. Group points together to make paragraphs.
- You are marked for style and fluency. You lose marks for grammatical errors.
- This is based on a given situation and the reaction to the situation.
a. Write the date and time on the top left corner of the page.
b. Identify the situation and describe it.
c. Give your emotions and feelings/reactions to the situation.
d. Answer in 4 to 5 paragraphs.
Given below is an extract from a student's diary based on the following key points. The paragraph has also been given a title.
In a holiday mood - rest and recreation - made for the canal with a friend - pleasant weather - swam for an hour - felt hungry - returned home - had a light breakfast - read newspapers and India Today - had a chit-chat with a cousin - we lunched together - enjoyed a short nap -went to see a Matinee show at Golcha - went for a stroll to Rajghat - returned home - took dinner - enjoyed a sound sleep - next morning woke up quite fresh and in high spirits.
20.2.2004
An Unexpected Holiday
I had not done the Maths homework today. Went to school with my heart in my mouth. Wonderful news - One of the school trustees has won an international award. So holiday was declared. Rohit and I decided to spend the day together. We had a cool swim for an hour in the canal near the mango trees. After a light breakfast I sat down to catch up with the news and 'India Today'. The articles on the Gujarat Quake were nerve wracking.
To my surprise Bhaiya came home for lunch. He insisted on taking us to a Govinda Starrer. So we saw a movie. A rare treat for me!
Evening, we just went for a long walk in Rajghat. I think these days we take a lot of pains to plan a holiday and it rarely works that way.
Today was like a Gift from God. I had the most wonderful time. The dinner was a fitting conclusion as we feasted on 'Chat' and 'Alu dum' and 'Parathas'. I'm sure tomorrow will be a great day too as I am very happy and in a joyous mood.
I promise I'll study tomorrow!
Good night Diary!
| 
