Chapter 25: Writing Reports Textbook Solutions

NIOS Class 12 English Chapter 25 Question Answer

INTEXT QUESTIONS 25.1

1. What is the purpose of a report?

Ans: The purpose of a report is to convey information, findings, or analysis on a particular topic, issue, or project to a specific audience.

2. Who is the target audience for a report?

Ans: The target audience for your report depends on its purpose and could include stakeholders, colleagues, superiors, or the general public.

3. How can you ensure clarity and consciousness in your report?

Ans: To ensure clarity and conciseness in your report, use clear and concise language, avoid jargon, and structure your content logically with headings and subheadings.

INTEXT QUESTIONS 25.2

1. What elements should be included in the headline of a school magazine report?

Ans: The headline of a school magazine report should be catchy and summarize the main point of the report.

2. How do you structure the lead paragraph of a newspaper report?

Ans: Structure the lead paragraph with the most important information, answering the “who, what, when, where, why, and how.”

3. How do you choose relevant content for a newsletter?

Ans: Relevant content for a newsletter should align with the interests and needs of the target audience and convey useful information.

INTEXT QUESTIONS 25.3

1. How should data and evidence be presented in an official report?

Ans: Data and evidence in an official report should be presented clearly and logically, often using charts, graphs, tables, or textual explanations to support arguments and findings.

2. What is the primary purpose of the official report?

Ans: The primary purpose of an official report is to communicate information, findings, or analysis on a specific topic or issue in a formal and structured manner.

3. What is the significance of recommendations in an official report?

Ans: Recommendations in official reports suggest actions to be taken based on the findings and analysis presented in the report. They are often a critical part of the report.

TERMINAL QUESTIONS

1. What are the essential components of the 5 Ws and H in report writing?

Ans: Who, What, When, Where, Why, and How. 

2. What are some common pitfalls to avoid in report writing?

Ans: 

• Don’t let your personal feelings interfere while writing the report.
• Don’t base your analysis on a single piece of evidence.
• Don’t generalise without proper and logical evidence.
• Don’t jump to conclusions.

3. How can you maintain objectivity and neutrality in newspaper reporting?

Ans: A newspaper report must be comprehensive, yet brief; factual, yet interesting. It is a brief review of a situation or a process that includes all the relevant points and information. The report is written in formal language with no chatty or friendly language. It must be written in the third person and in the past tense, and provide both facts and opinions.

4. What is the role of quotations in a report?

Ans: Quotations are used to add the lines by eyewitnesses or an individual, which adds authenticity to the report. 

5. What should be included in the conclusion of a report?

Ans: The conclusion analyses the problem discussed in the report. It sums up the entire report. It also includes future course of action. 

6. How do you maintain a consistent tone and style across multiple newsletter issues?

Ans: Newsletters contain a topic of interest to their recipients. It often focuses on a particular topic or genre, with da etailed and descriptive writing style that engages the readers. 

7. How do you ensure that newsletters are distributed effectively to reach their intended audience?

Ans: Newsletter offers in-depth analysis and targeted content for specific interests and demographics. It is a printed or electronic report (in the form of an email) containing news concerning the activities of a business or an organisation, or even a residential colony, that is sent to its members, customers, employees, residents, or other subscribers. It is published weekly, monthly, quarterly or annually.

Additional Study Materials

• NIOS Class 12 English Sample Paper
• Chapter 20: Reading with understanding: (Losar and Bihu)
• Chapter 21: Kalidas
• Chapter 22: Face-to-Face Communication
• Chapter 23: Writing Letters
• Chapter 24: Writing Emails