What is a report?
A report is a written account of something that one has observed, heard, done, or investigated. It is a systematic and well organised presentation of facts and findings of an event that has already taken place somewhere. Reports are used as a form of written assessment to find out what you have learned from your reading, research or experience and to give you experience of an important skill that is widely used in the work place.
Report Writing Format CBSE Class 12
English Writing skills - Report writing
Generally, two types of reports are asked in the CBSE Class 12 English paper, namely, newspaper report or a magazine report. Newspaper report is the one which is published in a newspaper and magazine report is generally written for a school magazine.
Talking about the exam, in the writing section (Section-B of the exam), it comes as a Very long answer type question (10 marks). Generally, there is a choice (internal) between the following:-
- Debate writing
- Article writing
- Speech writing
- Report writing
The question for report is supposed to be answered within the prescribed limit of 150-200 words.
Talking about marks, it comes as a 10 marks question. The breakup of marks for class 12 English writing skills - report writing (as per CBSE Marking scheme for 2018-19) is as follows:-
A well written report must possess the following traits:
adherence to the specifications of report brief;
analysis of relevant information;
structuring material in a logical and coherent order;
presentation in a consistent manner according to the instructions of the report brief;
making appropriate conclusions that are supported by the evidence and analysis of the report;
Now, it is very important to follow a proper format. Not to forget that format carries marks.
Report Writing Format for CBSE
Format of a magazine report
Heading- A descriptive title which is expressive of the contents of the report.
By line- Name of the person writing the report. It is generally given in the question. Remember, you are not supposed to mention your personal details in your answer.
Opening paragraph (introduction) – It may include the '5 Ws' namely, WHAT, WHY, WHEN and WHERE along with WHO was invited as the chief guest.
Account of the event in detail- The proper sequence of events that occurred along with their description. It is the main paragraph and can be split into two short paragraphs if required.
Conclusion- This will include the description of how the event ended. It may include quote excerpts from the Chief Guest's speech or how did the event wind up.
