SSLC Model Letter Writing: A Key to Scoring High Marks

Blog Post: Mastering Karnataka SSLC Model Letter Writing: Tips and Past Exam Topics
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Letter writing is a crucial part of the Karnataka SSLC exams, carrying significant weight in the English paper. This blog post provides an insightful guide to mastering letter-writing skills, focusing on past exam topics and practical tips. Explore the common themes from previous exams, including informal letters (inviting friends, sharing experiences) and formal letters (to school authorities, parents, or officials). With sample letters and easy-to-understand formats, this post is tailored to help students approach letter writing with confidence. Perfect for last-minute revisions, it ensures that you score full marks in this important section!
Letter writing is an essential part of the SSLC (10th grade) English exam, especially for students aiming to score well in the writing section. Whether it’s a formal or informal letter, mastering this skill not only boosts your confidence but also ensures you gain those valuable marks in your exams.
In this blog post, we will explore the best strategies, formats, and examples for crafting impactful letters that meet SSLC exam standards. You’ll find a step-by-step guide to the formal and informal letter formats, tips on maintaining clarity and grammar, and sample letters on common topics such as invitations, school events, and personal messages.
Additionally, we’ll share important dos and don’ts to help you avoid common mistakes. Whether you’re writing a letter to a friend, a relative, or an official, this guide will make letter writing a simple and enjoyable task.
Stay tuned to learn how to make your letters stand out in the SSLC exams with confidence and clarity!
SSLC EXAM JUNE 2017
1. Imagine you are John / Mary of Standard X, Govt. High School, Bengaluru.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her for your ‘School Annual Day Function’.
Govt. High School
Bengaluru
15th January 2018
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope you are doing well. I am writing to invite you to our school’s Annual Day Function. It will be held on 20th January 2018 at 5:00 PM in the school auditorium.
The event will be filled with exciting performances, speeches, and awards. I am also participating in a cultural dance program, and it would mean a lot to me if you could come and cheer for me.
Please confirm your presence soon. I look forward to seeing you there.
Yours lovingly,
John/Mary
OR
2. Write a letter to your father requesting him to attend your ‘School SDMC Meeting’.
Govt. High School
Bengaluru
15th January 2018
Dear Father,
I hope you are doing well. I wanted to inform you about the School SDMC (School Development and Monitoring Committee) meeting that will be held in our school on 22nd January 2025 at 10:00 AM in the school hall.
The meeting is very important, as it will discuss our school’s progress and upcoming plans. It would be great if you could attend the meeting and share your suggestions.
Please let me know if you can make it. It will make me very happy to see you there.
Yours lovingly,
John/Mary
SSLC EXAM April 2017
1. Imagine you are Salma / Saif of Standard X, Govt. High School,Santepete.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him/her for your birthday party.
Salma / Saif
Govt. High School
Santepete
15th January 2018
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am excited to tell you that my birthday is coming up on [date]. I am planning a small party at my house, and it would mean a lot to me if you could join us.
The party will start at 5 PM, and we will have games, music, and delicious food. It will be great fun, and I hope you can come and make my day more special.
Please let me know if you can come. I am looking forward to celebrating with you.
Take care and see you soon!
Your friend,
[Salma / Saif]
2. Letter to Father About Annual Day Celebration
Salma / Saif
Govt. High School
Santepete
15th January 2018
Dear Father,
I hope you are doing well. I wanted to share some exciting news with you. Our school recently celebrated its Annual Day on [date], and it was a wonderful event!
There were many cultural programs like dances, skits, and songs performed by students. I participated in [mention activity, e.g., a group dance/skit], and everyone appreciated our efforts. The chief guest gave a speech on the importance of education and distributed prizes to students who performed well in academics and extracurricular activities.
I wish you were here to see the event. I felt very happy to be a part of it and wanted to share this joy with you.
Take care and give my regards to everyone at home.
Your loving son/daughter,
[Salma / Saif]
SSLC EXAM JUNE 2018
Imagine that you are Sameer / Sadiya of Standard X, Govt. High
School, Bidar.
Write a letter to your father asking him to attend the ‘Parents
meeting’ at your school.
Govt. High School,
Bidar,
15th January 2018
Dear Father,
I hope this letter finds you in good health. I wanted to inform you about an important ‘Parents Meeting’ that is scheduled at our school on 20th January 2025. The meeting will provide an opportunity to discuss my progress and performance in studies.
I believe it would be beneficial for you to attend this meeting as it will help you understand my strengths and areas where I need improvement. I look forward to your presence, as it will motivate me to do better in my studies.
Please try to make it to the meeting. I am eagerly waiting to see you there.
Yours lovingly,
Sameer / Sadiya
OR
Write a letter to your friend narrating about your visit to different
places during your educational trip.
Govt. High School,
Bidar,
15th January 2018
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope you are doing well. I wanted to share with you my exciting experience during our recent educational trip. We visited several amazing places, and I had a wonderful time.
First, we went to the historical Gol Gumbaz in Bijapur. The architecture was stunning, and we learned a lot about its history. Next, we visited the Almatti Dam, where we enjoyed the beautiful scenery and took many pictures. Lastly, we explored the Badami Caves, which were fascinating and full of ancient carvings.
The trip was both educational and fun, and I wish you could have been there with us. I am looking forward to sharing more details when we meet next.
Take care and write back soon.
Your friend,
Sameer / Sadiya
SSLC EXAM MARCH 2018
Imagine you are Suhail / Sara of Standard X, Govt. High School,
Sampige.
Write a letter to your friend describing the places you visited on the
school excursion.
Govt. High School, Sampige
16th January 2025
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to share the exciting experience I had during our recent school excursion.
Our class went on a trip to some amazing places last week. First, we visited a beautiful hill station. The cool breeze and lush greenery made the place magical. Next, we went to a historical fort. It was fascinating to learn about its history and see the ancient architecture. We also spent some time at a nearby lake, where we enjoyed boating and had a lot of fun with our classmates.
The trip was not only enjoyable but also educational. It helped us bond as a class and created memories that I will cherish forever. I wish you had been there with us!
Write back soon and let me know what you have been up to.
Take care!
Your friend,
Suhail / Sara
OR
Write a letter to your father requesting him to attend Parent-
Teachers Meeting at your school.
Govt. High School, Sampige
15th January 2019
Dear Father,
I hope you are doing well. I am writing to inform you about the upcoming Parent-Teachers Meeting at our school. It is scheduled for 20th January 2019, at 10:00 AM in the school auditorium.
This meeting is important as the teachers will discuss our performance in class and the preparations for the upcoming board exams. It will also give you a chance to meet my teachers and understand how I am progressing in my studies.
I kindly request you to attend the meeting and share your valuable feedback. Your presence will mean a lot to me and will also help me improve.
Looking forward to seeing you on that day.
Yours lovingly,
Suhail / Sara
SSLC EXAM APRIL 2019
Imagine you are Azim/Azma of Standard X, Govt High School,
Puttur.
Write a letter to your father requesting him to send Rs. 1,000 to go
for school trip.
Govt. High School,
Puttur,
15th January 2019.
Dear Father,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am doing well here and studying hard for my exams.
I am writing to let you know that our school has planned an educational trip to [destination]. The trip will be very useful as we will visit some important places and learn a lot. The total cost of the trip is Rs. 1,000. I kindly request you to send this amount as soon as possible so that I can pay the fees and join my classmates on the trip.
I assure you that I will take care of myself and make the most of this opportunity. Please give my regards to everyone at home.
Looking forward to your reply.
Yours lovingly,
Azim/Azma
OR
Write a letter to your friend about your preparation for annual
examination.
Govt. High School,
Puttur.
16th January 2019.
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope this letter finds you in good health and spirits. I am writing to share about my preparation for the upcoming annual examination.
I have been studying regularly and following a proper timetable to cover all the subjects. I focus on difficult topics first and revise daily. Practicing old question papers has been very helpful. My teachers are also guiding us well by explaining important concepts and giving useful tips.
I make sure to take breaks and not stress too much. Staying healthy and calm is important during this time. How is your preparation going? Do share some tips if you have any.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Best of luck for your exams!
Your friend,
Azim/Azma
SSLC EXAM JUNE 2020
Imagine that you are Shabil / Minaj of Standard X. Govt. High School Bengaluru : 5
Write a letter to your friend inviting him to spend holidays with you
at your place.
Govt. High School,
Bengaluru.
16th January 2020.
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope you are doing well. I am writing this letter to invite you to spend the upcoming holidays with me at my place. It has been a long time since we met, and this would be a great opportunity to catch up and enjoy some quality time together.
We can explore the city, visit some interesting places, and have fun with different activities. My family is also excited to meet you and will be happy to have you here.
Please let me know if you can make it. I am sure we will have a wonderful time together.
Looking forward to your reply.
Take care.
Yours lovingly,
Shabil / Minaj
OR
Write an application to your Head Master requesting him to grant
you T.C. and Marks Card. Give reasons.
To
The Headmaster
Govt. High School
Bengaluru
Subject: Request for Transfer Certificate and Marks Card
Respected Sir,
I am Shabil / Minaj, a student of Standard X in your school. I kindly request you to issue my Transfer Certificate (T.C.) and Marks Card as I need to join another school due to [state your reason, e.g., my father’s transfer to another city].
I have cleared all dues and returned the library books. I kindly request you to process my application at the earliest.
Thank you for your kind consideration.
Yours obediently,
Shabil / Minaj
Class X
SSLC EXAM SEPTEMBER 2020
Imagine that you are Sameer / Sameera of Standard X,
Government High School, Mysore: 5
Write a letter to your friend describing him / her about your school excursion.
OR
Write an application to your school headmaster to grant you two
days’ leave. Give reason.
From:
Minaj
Class X,
Govt. High School,
Bengaluru.
Date: 16th January 2020
To,
The Headmaster,
Govt. High School,
Bengaluru.
Subject: Request for Two Days’ Leave
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am writing this application to request you to kindly grant me leave for two days, i.e., from 17th January to 18th January 2025. The reason for my leave is that I am unwell and need rest as advised by the doctor.
I assure you that I will complete any pending work once I return. Kindly consider my request and grant me the leave.
Thanking you in advance.
Yours obediently,
Minaj
Class X
SSLC EXAM APRIL 2022
Imagine you are Anupama / Abhi, styding 10th Standard in
Government High School, Honnali.
Write a letter to your friend inviting him / her to spend his / her
summer vacation with you.
Government High School,
Honnali
Date: [Insert Date]
Dear [Friend’s Name],
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to invite you to spend your summer vacation with me here in Honnali. It has been such a long time since we spent some quality time together, and this would be the perfect opportunity to catch up.
Honnali is a beautiful place with lush greenery and a peaceful atmosphere. We can visit the nearby river, enjoy some village life, and even explore the local temples and markets. I have planned a lot of fun activities like cycling, fishing, and playing outdoor games. My family is also very excited to welcome you, and they are eager to meet you.
Please let me know if you can come and when you plan to arrive. I am sure we will have an amazing time together, creating memories to cherish forever.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Yours lovingly,
[Your Name]
(Anupama / Abhi)
OR
Write a letter to the headmaster / headmistress of your school to
issue marks card and transfer certificate.
From,
Anupama / Abhi
10th Standard,
Government High School,
Honnali.
Date: 16th January 2025
To,
The Headmaster / Headmistress,
Government High School,
Honnali.
Subject: Request for Marks Card and Transfer Certificate
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am writing to kindly request you to issue my marks card and transfer certificate as I have completed my 10th Standard studies at our school. These documents are required for my admission to further studies.
I request you to kindly process my application and issue the documents at the earliest. I shall be grateful for your help.
Thanking you in anticipation.
Yours faithfully,
(Anupama / Abhi)
SSLC EXAM 2023-24 Model Question Papers
Imagine that you are Areeb / Aqsa of Standard X, Government High School, Mandya :
Write a letter to your mother about your preparation for SSLC Examination. 5
Government High School,
Mandya,
16th January 2023
Dear Mother,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and happiness. I am doing well here and wanted to share with you about my preparation for the SSLC examination.
I am studying hard every day and following a proper timetable. I have divided my time for each subject and am giving more attention to subjects like Mathematics and Science as they need extra practice. I also revise other subjects like English, Kannada, and Social Science regularly. My teachers are very supportive and are helping us with special classes after school hours.
I make sure to take breaks in between studies and take care of my health as well. Please do not worry about me. I promise to do my best and make you proud.
Take care of yourself and convey my regards to everyone at home.
With lots of love,
Your loving daughter,
Aqsa
OR
Write a letter to your Headmaster to issue you the character certificate, by giving reason.
Aqsa
Standard X
Government High School,
Mandya.
16th January 2025
The Headmaster,
Government High School,
Mandya.
Subject: Request for Character Certificate
Respected Sir/Madam,
I humbly request you to kindly issue me a character certificate as I require it for my admission to a new school for further studies. I have always been punctual, disciplined, and sincere in my studies during my time at our school.
I would be grateful if you could kindly issue the certificate at the earliest to avoid any delay in the admission process.
Thanking you in advance for your kind support.
Yours faithfully,
Aqsa
SSLC EXAM APRIL 2024
Government High School,
Vijayanagara,
16th January 2024.
Dear Sister,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and happiness. I wanted to share with you about my preparation for the upcoming board exams.
As you know, these exams are very important for my future. I have made a timetable and am trying my best to follow it. Every day, I study for 6-8 hours. I focus more on the subjects that I find difficult, like Mathematics and Science. For English and Social Science, I practice writing answers and revise the key points regularly.
I also make sure to take breaks in between and stay healthy by eating properly and sleeping on time. Our teachers are helping us a lot by conducting revision classes and giving us extra practice papers.
Please share some tips if you have any, as you have already gone through this experience. Your advice will be really helpful for me.
Looking forward to hearing from you soon. Take care and give my regards to everyone at home.
Yours lovingly,
Manju/Mohini
OR
Write a letter to your Headmaster / Headmistress requesting him/her to issue library books to complete projects.
Letter to the Headmaster/Headmistress
Government High School,
Vijayanagara,
16th January 2024.
The Headmaster/Headmistress,
Government High School,
Vijayanagara.
Subject: Request for library books to complete projects.
Respected Sir/Madam,
I am Manju/Mohini, a student of Standard X in your esteemed school. As part of our academic requirements, we are assigned various projects that require reference from books. Unfortunately, I do not have access to some of the necessary materials at home.
I kindly request you to grant me permission to borrow library books related to my project topics. I assure you that I will handle the books with care and return them promptly after use.
I hope for your kind approval of my request.
Thanking you,
Yours obediently,
Manju/Mohini
Class X
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