Drafting a virtual message
What is a message?
A message is a short piece of information that you give to a person when you cannot speak to him directly.
Example- when your mom leaves a message for you to read in her absence after you comes back from school.
A message can be written or oral.
➢ Format of a message
1. HEADING - Message writing begins by writing the word “Message” in bold and capitals. It is written in the middle of the line. This is done in order to catch the attention of the person for whom
the message is drafted.
2. DATE- Date is written on the left hand side of the page. It is written in expanded form.
3. TIME- Time can be written both on the left and right side of the message. However, it is preferable
for you to mention it on the right side in order to show a wise usage of space.
4. SALUTATIONS- Before writing the main content (body) of the message, it is important to address the reader. It helps in avoiding ambiguity and appears to be polite.
5. BODY- It is the main content of the message wherein you provide all the information that needs to be conveyed to the person you are unable to contact. It is important to stick only to vital information and keep the body of the message short and crisp. Avoid using long sentences.
6. SENDER- Once you are done with the body of the message, mention your name (or the one given in the question) on the left-hand side of the page. This helps the reader to identify the sender of the message.
Enclose the message within a box.
Word Limit The word limit of a message should not exceed 50 words.
➢ Tips and tricks-
1) Make sure to use the language that is suitable for the reader. More complex vocabulary in a message addressed to a child would lead to ineffectiveness.
2) Stick to the word limit (50 words).
3) Do not add extra information. Message should be short and to-the-point.
4) Plan before you pen. Just make a list of all the important points on a rough sheet (last sheet of your answer booklet) so that you do not forget the relevant points while writing. This also helps you in maintaining a sequence, which is very important.
5) Make sure you double check for grammatical accuracy and spellings. They carry marks.
6) Enclose the message within a box using a sharpened pencil.
7) Do not use long sentences in the body of the message.
8) Indirect or reported speech must be used.
➢ Examples-
1 Virtual Message
Imagine, you have to leave early from home for an interview. Draft a message in about 100/150 words, to convey the same to your friend. Give your own reasons to support your message.
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Example -2 You are Aditya. Today you had the following conversation with Pranav, a friend of your elder brother, Arnav:
Pranav: Hello! Is it Aditya?
Aditya: Yes. I’m Aditya speaking. What can I do for you?
Pranav: Well, Aditya! I’m Pranav, your brother Arnav’s friend.
Aditya: Oh, I see. Well, my brother is not here now. So can I help you?
Pranav :Yes. Please convey him that he should bring my ‘Activity Work Book of English’ today in the college. I need it in the class.
Aditya : That’s fine. I’ll do that.
Pranav : Please donot forget it.
Aditya: I assure you about it. I will definitely convey your message to my brother.
As you are leaving for your school, write a message for your brother in about 50 words. Put your message in a box.
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Example-3
You are Ramesh. Today you had the following conversation with Rajesh, a friend of your elder brother:
Rajesh : Hello! Is it 991234509?
Ramesh : Yes. I’m Ramesh speaking. What can I do for you?
Rajesh : Well, Ramesh! I’m Rajesh, you know your brother’s friend.
Ramesh : Oh, I see. Well, brother is not here now. So can I help you?
Rajesh : Could you please convey him that he should bring my practical book today in school as I need it in class today.
Ramesh : That’s fine. I’ll do that. As you are leaving for your school.
write a message for your brother in about 50 words. Put your message in a box.
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Example-4
Rakesh had the following conversation with Mohit, a friend of his elder brother:
Mohit : Hello! Is it 23967509?
Rakesh : Yes, please. Who are you talking please?
Mohit : May I talk to Rahul, please? I am his friend.
Rakesh : Oh! Sorry. In fact Rahul isn’t at home. He will be back in an hour. By the way, I am his brother. Can I do anything for you?
Mohit : Oh. Sure. In fact I have a message for Rahul. Could you please tell him?
Rakesh : Sure, with pleasure. Tell me, please.
Mohit : Today we have planned to go to a movie at PVR, Saket in the evening. We have booked ticket in advance. So please ask Rahul to join us at 5pm at the PVR.
Rakesh : OK, ill inform him as he comes back. As Rakesh had to leave for his coaching classes, he left this message for Rahul.
Write the message on his behalf in not more than 50 words. Put the message in a box.
Answer-
As you are leaving for your school, write a message for your brother in about 50 words. Put your message in a box.
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➢Examples for practice-
6 Virtual Message
Imagine, you are not well and will not be able to attend lectures at college. Draft a message in about 40/50 words to convey the same to your teacher. Give your own reasons to support your message.
7 Virtual Message
Imagine, you have planned different methods to study for your board exam. Draft a message in about 40/50 words, to give these details to your friend. Give your own reasons to support your message.
8 Virtual Message
Imagine that you have to leave your hostel room to attend to a relative coming at the city hospital from your native place. Draft a message in about 40/50 words giving reason of your absence at the birthday party of your roommate at the hostel. Give your own reasons to support your message.
9 Virtual Message
Imagine that you have won two entry tickets to a popular drama at a theater near you this weekend. Draft a message in about 40/50 words to convey the incredible news to your best friend.
