Original CBSE questions with easy answers for independent writing practice. Exam-year labels are omitted.
Message Writing: quick CBSE guide
What is it?
A short written record of information for someone who is absent or cannot take a call.
Format
Write the heading Message.
Add the date and time when needed.
Name the person for whom the message is meant.
State all essential facts briefly and sign your name.
What to do
Include who called, why and what action is needed.
Use clear, direct sentences.
Keep within the stated word limit.
What not to do
Do not add personal opinions.
Do not copy the whole conversation.
Do not leave out the time, place or request.
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Question 1: Read the following telephonic conversation between Sheela and Raghu. The call was for Raghu's sister, Rani. As Raghu was going out immediately, he left a message. Write the message in not more than 50 words. Sheela says that Tina's birthday is next Tuesday and asks Rani to buy a greeting card at J.K. Cards and order a cake from Shilon Bakery.
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MESSAGE
12 July, 10 a.m.
Rani,
Sheela called while you were away. She said Tina's birthday is next Tuesday. Please buy a greeting card from J.K. Cards and order a birthday cake from Shilon Bakery. Sheela is busy with volleyball practice and asked you to complete these tasks this evening.
Raghu
Question 2: Write a message to be left at the desk of Anu about a telephone received for her when she was away. Write the message in about 50 words.
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MESSAGE
12 July, 11 a.m.
Anu,
A telephone call was received for you while you were away. The caller asked you to contact him as soon as you return. Please check with the reception desk for his name and number.
Receptionist
Question 3: Read a telephone conversation in which a coach postpones practice because of heavy rain. Write the message for the absent player.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about the coach has postponed practice because of heavy rain. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 4: Write a message for your sister about a change in the time of her medical appointment.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a change in the time of a medical appointment. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 5: Write a message for your father about an urgent call from his office manager.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about an urgent call from the office manager. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 6: Write a message informing a friend that the school bus will leave early.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about the school bus leaving early. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 7: Write a message for your mother about a parcel waiting at the post office.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a parcel waiting at the post office. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 8: Write a message for a neighbour about a water-supply interruption.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a temporary water-supply interruption. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 9: Write a message for your class teacher about your absence due to fever.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about your absence due to fever. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 10: Write a message for your brother about the cancellation of a train.
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MESSAGE
12 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about the cancellation of a train. Please take the necessary action and contact the caller or office as soon as possible.
Name
Question 11: Read a call in which the cyber-safety officer asks students to attend an urgent awareness session. Write the message.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about an urgent cyber-safety awareness session and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 12: Write a message for a parent about a change in the school examination centre.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a change in the examination centre and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 13: Write a message informing a friend that the heatwave sports practice is postponed.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about postponement of sports practice because of a heatwave and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 14: Write a message for your neighbour about a community flood-preparedness meeting.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a community flood-preparedness meeting and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 15: Write a message for your brother about a delayed electric-bus route.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a delayed electric-bus route and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 16: Write a message for a classmate about a mental-health counsellor's appointment.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a mental-health counsellor appointment and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 17: Write a message for your mother about a parcel containing scholarship documents.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a parcel containing scholarship documents and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 18: Write a message for your team about a change in the inclusive sports venue.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a change in the inclusive sports venue and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 19: Write a message for your father about a bank alert requiring verification.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about a bank alert requiring verification and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
Name
Question 20: Write a message for a friend about the cancellation of a community library event.
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MESSAGE
18 August, 10 a.m.
Dear Recipient,
A call was received while you were away. The caller informed me about cancellation of a community library event and asked you to take the necessary action. Please check the official notice or contact the concerned person before making any decision.
