The factual description is a collection of related sentences dealing with a single topic. Such a writing task is essentially sequential and directional – proceeding from one point to the other in a fixed direction. Although the focus is on factual accuracy, stylistic creativity, and innovation, makes the description more interesting for the reader. Otherwise, a factual description may become mundane and boring.
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Factual Description Class 10 CBSE Format, Topics Exercises and Examples PDF
While writing a factual description students must show:
(a) an eye for detail
(b) the power of observation
The factors that are essential for effective paragraph writing are:
- Unity
- Cohesion
- The logical development of thought
The entire piece should concern itself with a single controlling idea rambling or deviating from the task at hand should definitely be avoided. Connectives and linkers are essential to make the passage interesting and understandable. The thought should be built up by providing adequate details. The description must be sequential with important details listed first and the not – so – important details following.
Important: Use tenses carefully while writing a factual description.
How To Write Factual Description Of A Place, Person And Events Class 10 CBSE
Sample Description (Place)
Shreya had the opportunity of visiting a Radio Station. Read the description of the visit she wrote for her school magazine.
Recently I visited the All India Radio Station, Delhi, with my friend, Manjari, who is a host on a youth program, Yuva Manch. We reached the radio station, a big and beautiful building, bright and early. There is a large reception hall, where they stamped my pass. There were so many recording and broadcasting rooms, that I lost count. The sections were marked with signboards and nameplates.
The broadcast room was soundproof. There were many people seated in the audience and a panel of experts.
I also saw the recording room where a program was being recorded. The drama section proved to be an interesting experience as a play rehearsal was going on there. Manjari took me to the technical section where engineers were busy ensuring that the programs were aired without a hitch.
Factual Description Solved Exercises for Class 10 CBSE
Read the hints given below and complete the following description of Jaipur in not more than a 100 words.
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Jaipur, a popular tourist destination, is also known as (a) …………………………………. . It (b) …………………………………., the ruler of Amber. The very structure of Jaipur resembles the taste of the Rajputs and the Royal families. In fact, (c) ………………………………….. which are laid out into six sectors separated by broad streets. The urban quarters are further divided by networks of gridded streets. The Nahargarh Fort, (d) …………………………………., crowns the hill in the northwest comer of the old city. The observatory, (e) …………………………………. .
Answer:
(a) Pink City, is the capital city of Rajasthan
(b) was founded on 18 November 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II
(c) it is the first planned city of India with wide and regular streets
(d) which was the residence of the King
(e) called Jantar Mantar is a World Heritage Site
Factual Description Practice Exercises for Class 10 CBSE
1. You recently redecorated your room. Write a brief description of the room to your pen friend in the United Kingdom. Do not exceed 100 words.
2. Your school has added a new Maths Lab for students of Classes VI-X. Write a brief description of the Maths Lab in 100 words.
3. The railway station is a bustling place. Describe the scene you witnessed at the railway station in not more than 100 words.
4. You visited the World Book Fair organized by National Book Trust at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi. Describe the fair in about 100 words.
Factual Description Of A Person Example
When we write a description of a person we include all important aspects of the person.
Important points
- Name
- Relationship to writer
- Social status/role/profession
- Appearance (looks; features; clothes; height; health)
- Characteristics of personality – qualities/attitude; way of walking/talking
- Opinion of others about him
- Any other relevant point (could be brought about by narrating an incident)
Physical Qualities
build – slim, medium, petite, large, stocky, lanky, hefty, pear-shaped, thin etc.
height – tall, short, medium etc.
clothes/appearance – elegant, sloppy, well-tailored, ill-fitting, casual, formal, untidy, neat, tidy etc.
shape of face/expression – angular, bearded, unshaven, friendly, round, oval, square, heart-shaped etc.
complexion – fair, pale, swarthy etc. eyes – twinkling, protruding, shifty, staring, close-set etc.
hair – balding, receding hairline, close-cropped, thick, wavy, curly, plaited, long, neat, thinning etc.
nose – broken, sharp, flat, upturned, roman, pointed etc.
lips – discoloured, thin, thick etc.
teeth – protruding, broken, gapped, discoloured etc.
chin – cleft, receding, pointed, square etc.
special features – tattoo, scar, mole, stammer, peculiar gesture etc.
Intellectual Qualities
imaginative, creative, intelligent, mediocre talents, uninspired, unimaginative, sharp, boring etc.
Emotional And Moral Qualities
trustworthy, honest, confident, warm, sincere, selfish, cruel, insensitive, patient, tolerant, dependable, corrupt, dishonest, irresolute, diffident, detached, deceitful, philanthropic, kind, vulnerable, impatient, prejudiced etc.
Sample Description Of A Person
Read the description given on the next page that Sukhwant Kaur wrote of her grandmother.
Factual Description Solved Example for Class 10 CBSE
Read the hints given below and complete the following description of Agastya’s grandmother in not more than a 100 words.
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When I picture my grandmother, I envision (a) …………………………………. . I have ever heard. She is a 72-year-old with (b) …………………………………. . Surajmukhi Devi, (c) ………………………………….., is one of the strongest persons I know. Despite (d) ………………………………….., she remains lively and regales us (e) …………………………………. . I (f) ………………………………….. of my father and his siblings, her take on the changing world, but most of all, I love (g) …………………………………. . She can soothe away all my fears and pain with her melodious voice. Despite (h) ………………………………….., my grandmother and I (i) ………………………………….. and she has always been (j) …………………………………. . I ever had.
Answer:
(a) shiny grey hair, twinkling brown eyes, and the sweetest voice
(b) 5 children and 8 grandchildren
(c) widowed at the age of 39
(d) her falling health
(e) with her wonderful stories and experiences
(f) enjoy hearing the escapades
(g) listening to her sing
(h) the generation gap
(i) share a deep bond
(j) the best friend
Factual Description Practice Exercises for Class 10 CBSE
- Write a brief description of your grandfather.
- Your school has a new Principal. Write a brief description of your new Principal.
- Write a factual description of the doctor you visit when you are ill. You could also add details of the instruments he uses in his clinic to treat you and any other interesting facts that he/she may have told you about their work.
- Write a description of one of your classmates. TV to get others to guess the person you are describing.
- Look at the picture of the Bihu dancers of Assam. Write a brief description of the dancers.
Factual Description Of A Events Example
Sample Description of an Event
To promote healthy eating habits amongst school children your school recently organized a ‘Nutritious Food and Snacks Competition’. The competition was open to both parents and students. The participation was very encouraging. The famous nutrition expert, Dr Shikha Sharma was the chief guest. As Anjum, the student editor of your school magazine,, write a report about this event in 100 words.
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Secrets To Healthy Snacking Hundreds of parents and students participated in ‘Nutritious Food and Snacks Competition’ organized by Vaibhav Public School, Hastinapur, yesterday, to increase awareness about healthy eating habits. The awareness campaign was aimed at both students, who snack by grabbing burgers, fries, potato chips, or chocolates, as well as for parents, who are juggling busy schedules where fast food becomes a convenient option. The school organized a Healthy Cooking Competition wherein all recipes involved healthy food like salads, whole-grain bread, and roasted snacks. The winner amongst parents was Ms. Neeru Mittal and amongst students was Noor Ali Kajani of XII B. The eminent nutrition expert, Dr. Shikha, the chief guest said, ‘When it comes to smart snacking, think small portions, think healthy potions! ’ This competition was an eye-opener for one and all. |
Factual Description Solved Exercises for Class 10 CBSE
Recently you attended a Career Fair organized by the Australian High Commission in which various Australian colleges and Universities participated and gave information about their undergraduate and graduate programmes. Complete the following account of the fair.
(a) ……………………………………… – Reshma
(b) ……………………………………… in a career fair organized by the Australian. High Commission at Bal Bhawan, yesterday and gave information about their undergraduate and graduate programmes.
The Fair presented students with an excellent opportunity to speak to the Deans of various universities, who could guide them on the panorama of courses being offered, (c) ……………………………………… mass communication, designing and biotechnology.
(d) …………………………………….. . In addition to this, the students interacted face to face with major recruiters from the country about available jobs.
(e) ……………………………………… and were looking at future prospects.
Answer:
(a) Career Fair—a helping hand onto the career ladder
(b) Various Australian colleges and Universities participated
(c) They elaborated on unconventional professions such as
(d) They also spoke about the financial assistance that the students could avail
(e) The Fair was perfectly timed as the students had finished their exams
Choose the appropriate options from the ones given below:
- They also spoke about the financial assistance that the students could avail
- The Fair was perfectly timed as the students had finished their exams
- Career Fair – a helping hand onto the career ladder
- They elaborated on unconventional professions such as
- Various Australian colleges and Universities participated
Factual Description Practice Example for Class 10 CBSE
4. Frank Anthony School organized an Inter-school Science Exhibition recently. The event saw around 250 students exhibiting models and methods that were useful in protecting health and the environment. As student editor of your school magazine writes a description of the event in around 120 words.
5. The social work department of Rammanna School, Jubilee Hills, Hyderabad organized its regular quarterly medical camp at their adopted Basti at Hauz Kazi for the community people. The camp was sponsored by the Inner Wheel Club of Hyderabad and was attended by 300 people from the basti. Describe the event for a local newspaper in around 120 words.