Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10: Topics, Samples

Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10: Composing formal and informal emails have become an important component of the ICSE Class 10 syllabus, with the weightage of marks it constitutes in the English Language Paper.

The marking scheme, format, tips and samples to write the perfect email for ICSE class 10 exam.

Table of Contents

• Sample Q&A for Email Writing ICSE Class 10
  • Sample 1
  • Sample 2
  • Sample 3
  • Sample 4
• ICSE Board Marking Scheme for Email Writing
• Prescribed Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10
  • Tips to Write an Official Email - ICSE Class 10
• Answering Tips and Guidelines for Email Writing ICSE Class 10

Sample Q&A for Email Writing ICSE Class 10

Now, we will walk through a few previous year's email topics for class 10 for English Language papers in ICSE board exams.

Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10 - Sample 1

Please write an email to the General Manager of a local hospital requesting them to send a senior doctor to talk to the participants at the event about the quality of the mask that will give them the best protection.

To: gmajaynagarhospital@yahoo.co.in

Subject: Request to send a Senior Doctor to the Mask Making Event at Auxilium Convent School, Ahmedabad

Dear Sir,

I, Kareena Mehta, the President of the Science Club, Auxilium Convent School, Ahmedabad, wish to inform you that our school is organising a one-day "Mask Making" event on Mar 31, 2021, at the school auditorium.

Therefore, I request you to kindly send a Senior Doctor from Ajay Nagar Hospital to enlighten the participants at the event about the quality of masks, ideal size, and other hygiene protocols to be kept in mind while making a mask for complete protection.

Further, kindly confirm accepting our invitation for the noble cause by Mar 5, 2021.

Looking forward to a positive response,

With best regards,

Kareena Mehta

Also Check: ICSE Notice Writing Format    

Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10 - Sample 2

As the Head Editor of your school magazine, please email two teachers, requesting them to select the best articles, sketches, puzzles, poems etc., for the magazine.

To: kalpeshbajaj@gmail.com

Cc: pujasharma@yahoo.co.in

Subject: Article Selection for School Magazine

Respected Teachers,

As you might be aware, the next edition of our school magazine will soon be published. Hence, all students interested in writing articles, sketches, puzzles, and poems, must submit their entries by Mar 31, 2024.

Therefore, I request you kindly help us select the best entries for the magazine so we can start editing and compiling the articles accordingly. I understand that we will be taking your valuable time by disturbing your busy schedule. However, it will be a Herculean task without your advice and guidelines.

We are looking forward to your cooperation.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,

Samira Bhatia

(Head Editor)

Also Check: ICSE Class 10 English Reduced Syllabus 2023-24    

Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10 - Sample 3

You are Ashish Sahay, a student of Class XII A. Yesterday during lunch break, you misplaced your notes from the Chemistry lecture. It would help if you got it back. Please email the Lost and Found Department of the School, requesting them to inform you of receiving the notes.

To: lostandfound.qms@gmail.com

Subject: Lost Chemistry Notes 

Dear Ma'am/Sir,

I, Ashish Sahay, of Class XII A, am writing to you concerning my chemistry notes, which got misplaced during lunch break yesterday. With the mid-term exams approaching soon, I must have my Chemistry notes.

This information has also been posted on the School Notice Board. In case someone finds and submits my Chemistry notes in the Lost and Found Department, then kindly inform me. I will personally come and collect the Chemistry notes from you.

Thanking you,

Yours faithfully,

Ashish Sahay,

Class XII A,

Roll No.- 14

Also Check: ICSE Passing Marks for Class 10

Email Writing Format for ICSE Class 10 - Sample 4

Write an email as the Principal of Delhi Public School to all the parents, informing them about the change in school timings.

To: parentsassociation.dpsrkp@gmail.com

Cc:

Bcc: rakesh12.kumar@hotmail.com, udayprakash3402@gmail.com …

Subject: Change in School Timings

Dear Parents,

This is to inform all that due to the extremely cold weather conditions in Delhi, the school timings have been rescheduled from 8 AM to 9 AM with effect from Jan 17, 2024.

With regards,

Rupesh Nahata,

(Principal, DPS, R.K Puram)

ICSE Board Marking Scheme for Email Writing

Emails are like letters, written for official or non-official purposes for communication. Formal emails can be towards Companies, Organisations, Governments, Departments and Officers.

On the other hand, informal letters are personal between friends, family, and relatives, written in a friendly, conversational style.

Ideally, the marking scheme for email writing format ICSE is mentioned below through the designated points. 

Also Check: ICSE Sample Papers 2024

Prescribed ICSE Class 10 Email Writing Format

Candidates must follow the below-prescribed email format for ICSE class 10 English Language Paper.

To:  (Examinees must write a plausible and email ID, such as sophiaschool@gmail.org)

Subject: (Subject should be suitable and aligned with the topic assigned)

Salutation: (Eg. Dear Sir/Ma’am)

Content: (This will include opening sentence, message and closing sentence)

Subscription: (Full Name/Designation)

Tips to Write an Official Email - ICSE Class 10

Here are some tips for formal email writing for class 10 ICSE. The format is as prescribed in the books of Class 10 ICSE for the English Language paper.

• Always use a formal tone and style when writing an official/formal email.
• Make sure that the conversation flows clearly.
• Avoid short forms or abbreviations.
• Follow punctuation, and use capital letters carefully. 
• Remember to follow the rule of netiquette.

Also Check: ICSE Time Table 2024

Answering Tips and Guidelines for Email Writing ICSE Class 10

When constructing an email, candidates must ensure that they comply with the below points, as they will lose out on marks if the format is incorrect.

• Correct email IDs must be written when answering emails.
• The opening sentence should be clear.
• The closing sentence should not overlap with the opening sentence.
• Importantly, students must familiarise themselves with official and personal email IDs.
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• In the opening sentence, examinees should mention only the request or invitation.
• Positively and politely close the email. For example, use “Hoping, “Looking forward to”, etc.
• Moreover, students must be acquainted with writing salutations and subscriptions in formal emails.
• It is important to enter all components of an email ID.
• Ensure the event's expression and details are conveyed from the notice into the email.

Also Check: ICSE Syllabus 2024