Writing — English STD 8 — Question

Write a letter to your friend describing how much you and your familY members love your pet. Also mention how much care you take of it.

To father for replacement of watch
Your father has sent you a watch as a present on your birthday, but it is not keeping correct time. Write a letter informing him of this fact and requesting him to get it replaced. You are Sudha/Sudhir.

Gaurav Mehta , 78, Someshwar Complex, Satellite Road, Ahmedabad - 380015, writes a letter to his uncle thanking him for a birthday gift.
Clues : Gift - wonderful - calculator – very useful - easy and quick work — friends admire it – thanks.

To Police Commissioner complaining against crime
You are Amit/Anu Sharma of C-43, Maya Enclave, New Delhi. Everyday you read newspaper reports about a number of crimes and murders. Write a letter to the Commissioner of Police, New Delhi, complaining about the rising rate of crime in the city.

You have observed the difficulties faced by the people in your neighbourhood due to scarcity of water especially during the summer months. Write a letter to the Councillor of your Municipal ward, requesting her/him to set up a rain water harvesting unit. Provide suggestions to address the issue.

Write a letter to your uncle thanking him for his present on your fourteenth birthday.

To T.V. dealer complaining about Television
You are Ankur, of 16, Vivek Vihar, New Delhi. You purchased a colour T.V. from Better Deals T.V., Karol Bagh, New Delhi. Write a letter to the Sales Manager complaining about the T.V., which is not functioning properly. Ask for the replacement of the T.V. Set.

To publishers complaining about a damaged parcel
Write a letter to the Ramanathan Publishers, 23 Mount Road, Chennai, complaining about the parcel of books which you have received in a damaged state. You are Anshul Gupta living at 26, Anand Nilayam, Hyderabad.

To the editor expressing your concern on the increasing pollution in your city.
You are Kalyani Shankar of Kendriya Vidyalaya Karol Bagh New Delhi. You are very worried about the increasing pollution in your city. Write a letter to the Editor of a newspaper expressing your concern.

I. Write a letter to your grandparents thanking them for the valuable lessons they have taught you. Include how their wisdom has shaped your values and behaviour in life.
1. Thank them for teaching you important lessons, sharing stories, or helping others in the neighbourhood.
2. Share how their actions inspire you to contribute to the betterment of the society.