20 Dec 2020 8:19 pm
Chapter 21, Statement of Purpose, hsc, 12th std, english, maharashtra board, latest edition, full solution,
Chapter 21: Drafting a Virtual Message
1.Given below is a two-way communication cycle or the process of communication.
Can you guess the role of the sender and the receiver in this process? What do we encode? What do we decode?
The sender could be anyone with more authority or understanding than that of the receiver. The receiver could be a subordinate. The role of the sender is to give feedback and that of the receiver is to implement it. In the process we encode the feedback and decode the message received.
2.People send messages to others for different purposes. Mention at least five purposes/reasons for which messages are generally sent.
1.Given below is a tree-diagram explaining two major types of messages. Complete the blank boxes in the diagram. One is done for you.
1.In pairs, enact the given conversation between Rakesh and Mrs. Sarkar.
Mrs. Sarkar had to leave for the school where she teaches. So she wrote a message to her husband. Draft the message in not more than 50 words.
Message:
1st June 12:30 p.m.
Dr. Sarkar
Mr.Rakesh called up to say that his wife is down with a severe headache since yesterday, which turned into high-temperature today morning. He has requested that you visit them at the earliest. Address – B – 49, New Colony.
Mrs. Sarkar
2.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).
Amrita had to leave for office. So she wrote a note for Sourajit. Draft her message in not more than 50 words.
Message:
5th Nov 1:20 p.m.
Sourajit
Shekhar, your friend from IHM Goa had called. He wanted to inform you about his new placement at the Hotel Mumbai. He is currently completing the formalities and would give you his new cell phone number as soon as he gets one.
Amrita.
3.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 – 5 pm – has received the CDs and the posters – coming tomorrow – to thank Ms. Sen and to personally hand over the cheque.
Message:
28th Jan 5:15 p.m.
Ms. Sen
Mr. Garg rang up at 5 pm today. He wanted to inform you that he has received the CDs and posters. He expressed his pleasure and will be coming to the office tomorrow to thank you and personally hand over the cheque.
Priyanka
4.Read the following conversation between Aashna and Mr. Singh.
Mr. Singh had to go for his morning walk he left a message for Ranajit. Draft that message in 50 words.
Message:
3rd Dec 7:15 a.m.
Ranajit
Aashna, your classmate called while you were getting ready for school. She has asked you to carry your biology notebook to school. She wants to complete her notes that she missed during her absence.
Dad.
5.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 neighbor, 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.
Message:
19th Sept 12:30 p.m.
Rajat
I have taken Mrs. Manohar to the hospital as she met with an accident. Please have the rice and curry kept on the dining table for lunch. Warm the food in the microwave oven if you wish, but kindly be careful while handling the switch.
Mother.
6.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 – a compilation 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.
Message:
30th Aug 4:00 p.m.
Renu
Ruhaan called to inform about book reading session at Oxford Store at 8:00 p.m. Topic -‘Children Ask Kalam’ by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam. It is a compilation of letters received by Dr. Kalam from children. Ruhaan will pick you up at 6:30 p.m.
Manu
7.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: Mr. Sharma | ||||
From: | Company: | |||
Mr. Bhide | Trish Electronics | |||
Date | Time | Phone | ||
15.04.2020 | 05.30 pm | (0009561278) | ||
Message: | ||||
The shipment of highlighter pens has been received. Call scheduled for tomorrow at 12 a.m. to discuss about the next shipment. Request you to be present for it with your team. Will call again to discuss details. | ||||
Action (Circle one) | Taken by | |||
Phoned | Returned your call | Call back | Will call again | Ms. Akshata Shah |
1.Browse the net and prepare a tabular column to explain the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ while drafting messages.
Dos | Don’ts |
1. Address it to the right person | 1. Don’t address it to many people |
2. Keep it short | 2. Avoid the use of humour |
3. Use simple language | 3. Don’t exaggerate |
4. Be specific | 4. Stay away from adding unnecessary details |
5. Ensure you include important details | 5. Don’t be repetitive |
6. Be prompt in drafting the message | 6. Don’t forget to write your name |
2.Browse the net to find innovative ‘Message Templates’.
Do it yourself.
3.Prepare a collection of short messages that are usually drafted and exchanged within the family members to keep them well informed and updated in case of different situations.
Situation | Message Template |
Someone would be late | This is to inform you that I am going to be late today. Please don’t wait up for me. |
Run out of the grocery | I have gone to the market to buy grocery. Will be back in an hour |
Helper’s leave | Kamlabai called up to inform that she cannot make it today. Her daughter is unwell. |
Someone’s invitation | Mohit called up to tell you that you have been invited to his birthday party at 8:00 p.m. |
Repair man called | The repair man called and wanted to know when would be a good time to visit. Kindly call him back. |
Announcement | The local authorities have announced a water cut on Monday. Be prepared. |
4.Prepare a project titled, ‘The Importance of Messages in Everyday Life’.
Importance of Messages in Everyday Life
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