VACATION TASKS- Grade 9 and 10 (C. English)

Bal Byabasayee Kendra Secondary School

KMC-7, Kathmandu

Please creatively solve these questions. Manage a separate copy and submit it after the Dashain and Tihar vacation.

 Year: 2083                                      Subject: C. English                                  Grade-9

 

 

Part 1: Guided Writing I

• Paragraph Writing:

Write a short paragraph describing the most memorable Dashain or Tihar celebration you experienced with your family, relatives and friends. (About 100 words)

• Recipe Writing:

Write a simple, step-by-step recipe for making traditional Sel Roti or Kasaar (or any other food items) as prepared during the festivals in your home. (Include ingredients and instructions)

• Notice Board:

Imagine you are the Captain of the School Eco-Club. Draft a notice informing students about an upcoming post-Tihar school cleanup campaign.

 

Part 2: Guided Writing II

• Skeleton Story:

Develop a meaningful story based on the given outline and give it a suitable title:

• A poor boy finds a lost wallet during Dashain shopping - contains money and ID card - thinks of keeping it - conscience pricks him - returns it to the owner - owner rewards him generously.
• Message of Congratulations:

Draft a message of congratulations on behalf of your local youth club to a neighborhood youth who won a national folk-dance competition during Tihar.

• Biography:

Write a short biographical sketch of a notable Nepali artist, writer, or social worker based on facts you know or research. (About 120 words)

Part 3: Free Writing I

• Opinion Paragraph:

Express your views on whether animal sacrifice should be minimized or stopped during festival celebrations. Support your opinion with personal reasoning. (About 150 words)

• Leave Application:

Write an application to your school Principal requesting five days of extra leave after the official vacation ends because your family is traveling to a remote village where transport is disrupted.

• Dialogue Writing:

Write a dialogue between you and a friend discussing your plans for celebrating safe and environmentally friendly Tihar (e.g., avoiding loud firecrackers and plastic decorations). (5-6 exchanges each)

 

Part 4: Free Writing II

• Letter to the Editor:

Write a letter to the editor of a national daily newspaper complaining about the excessive noise pollution caused by firecrackers during Tihar and suggesting strict community action.

• Short Essay:

Write a descriptive essay on "The Significance of Family Reunions During Dashain." (About 200 words)

• Book/Film Review:

Write a short review of a movie or a book you read or watched during your vacation. Mention its plot, your favorite character, and why others should read/watch it.

 

 

Have safe Travel! Enjoy the festival with STUDY! Happy Dashain and Tihar!

Bal Byabasayee Kendra Secondary School

KMC-7, Kathmandu

Please solve these questions in creative way. Manage a separate copy and submit it after Dashain and Tihar Vacation.

Year: 2083                                            Subject: C. English                                        Grade-10

 

Part 1: Guided Writing I

• Description of Tables/Charts:

Imagine a local survey showed that 50% of teenagers spend their Dashain vacation visiting relatives, 30% studying or preparing for SEE, and 20% traveling to tourist destinations. Write a paragraph interpreting these statistical findings. (About 100 words)

• Set of Instructions:

Write a clear set of instructions for younger children in your neighborhood on how to safely fly paper kites during the autumn season without endangering birds or causing accidents.

• Advertisement:

Suppose you are the principal of Bal Byabasayee Kendra Secondary School and seeking for a driver to drive school bus. Prepare a vacancy announcement to be published in newspaper.

 

Part 2: Guided Writing II

• News Story:

Write a news report for a local newspaper about a community blood donation camp organized by youth clubs on the day of Phulpati.

• Message of Condolence:

Draft a formal message of condolence on behalf of your school family mourning the sudden demise of a respected neighborhood elder or community leader.

• Invitation Letter:

Write a formal letter inviting your school's District Education Officer to be the Chief Guest at your school's upcoming post-Tihar cultural program and exhibition.

 

Part 3: Free Writing I

• Personal Experience Paragraph:

Write a reflective paragraph about a moment during the festival season when you felt genuinely grateful for something small in your life. (About 150 words)

• Job Application:

Write a formal application letter along with a brief resume/biodata applying for a temporary part-time position as a library assistant at a local community library during your vacation.

• Dialogue Writing:

Compose a dialogue between two friends analyzing the changing trends of celebrating Dashain and Tihar in modern cities versus traditional villages. (6-7 exchanges each)

Part 4: Free Writing II

• Diary Entry:

Write a diary entry detailing your thoughts, feelings, and activities on the day of Bhai Tika. (About 200 words)

• Short Essay (Argumentative):

Write an argumentative essay on the topic: "Modern technology and social media are distancing us from real festival bonding." (About 250 words)

• Email Writing:

Write an email to a penpal or a friend living abroad, vividly describing how Nepalese communities celebrate Tihar with lights, Deusi-Bhailo, and cultural songs.

 

 

Have safe Travel! Enjoy the festival with STUDY! Happy Dashain and Tihar!