Question

Kanpur Senior Secondary School, Kanpur celebrated ‘No Tobacco Day’ on 4th September. Write a report in 100-125 words on the activities performed for your school newsletter. You are Shobita/ Sameer, Cultural Secretary of your school. Invent the necessary details.

Answer 1

Hint: We write a report to reveal detailed information about an event, function or an incident to the concerned public. Given below is the format of a report-
i. Title or topic of the report
ii. Reporter’s name or XYZ
iii. Body; date, time, venue and details of the incident

Complete answer:Now, let’s write a report based on the given details-

                                                          No Tobacco Day
                                                      By Shobita, Cultural Secretary

5th September 2020. Kanpur: Kanpur Senior Secondary School celebrated ‘No Tobacco Day’ on 4th September in the school auditorium. The celebrations began with the felicitation of the chief guest, Mr Sunil Gavaskar. He presented a speech on the illegal use of tobacco and its harmful effects. The function commenced with a dance performance showcased by the junior students, followed by a thrilling skit on Tobacco by the seniors. Thereafter, all the students took part in a poster-making competition. After the show ended, all the students were given a few brochures on ‘no tobacco day’ and a few chocolates. The principal concluded the show by presenting a short speech. Overall, the function was successful.

Note: A report is usually written with respect to the reporter’s views and opinion.
 Always remember that a report is written in the past tense because we narrate an incident or a function that has already been concluded.