NEWS REPORT
Bravery award for children
Thiruvananthapuram : Four children from Kerala will be among the recipients of this year’s National Bravery Awards at the next Republic Day function, in New Delhi.
They include Jismi PM, who was selected for the Geetha Chopra Award, Vishnudas K, the winner of Bapu Gayadhani Award ;and Anoop M.and Raj Narayanan, both selected for the general award. Jismi, 12,a native of Perinchery in Thrissur district, was chosen for the award for saving a woman and her two children from drowning in a pond. A class 1X student of the Government Vocational Higher
Secondary School at Cherpu, Jismi is the daughter of a manual labourer. Vishnudas won the award for saving two children from a watery grave. A native of Palakkad, he is a plus one student of the Sri Sankara Oriental Higher Secondary School, Lakkidi.
Anoop a class VIII student of the Bishop Kuriyapanchery Public School at Chambakulam, bagged the award for saving a 5 year old form drowning in a lake.Raj Narayanan the fourth nominee, was selected for saving a boy from drowning in a river in Alappuzha. Raj is a class IX student of the NSS high school, kuttanad. The General Secretary of the Kerala State Child Welfare Council P.Krishnan, said Jismi is the first winner of the Geeta Chopra Award, from Kerala.
WRITE-UP
The young village boy in “I will fly” wants to be a marine engineer. Maggie wants to be a secretary in her future. What do you want to become in your future? Prepare a write-up on your career plan and why you like it.
My Career Plan: Becoming a Teacher
I have a dream to become a teacher. To me, teaching is more than a job—it's a noble profession with the power to shape minds and make a difference in the world.
Teaching is a profession that carries immense responsibility and respect. Teachers have the unique opportunity to share knowledge and values, guiding students and impacting their future. A teacher’s role extends beyond the classroom, influencing society by fostering growth and positive change.
To achieve my goal of becoming a teacher, I am dedicated to working hard and pursuing my education with passion. I aim to develop my skills, inspire my students, and contribute to building a better community. I am excited about the challenges and rewards of this path and look forward to making a meaningful impact through teaching.
Teaching is a path where I can make a significant difference in both individual lives and society. I am committed to this dream and ready to face the journey ahead with enthusiasm and determination.
INTERVIEW
Question making for interview
• Ask relevant questions (understand the questions in the test/ question paper clearly)
• Be clear and do not ask multiple questions as single questions.
• As open ended questions. (do not ask Yes or No questions)
Common expressions/questions
1.What is the turning point in your life?
2.Who is your role model?
3. Do you enjoy this career?
4. Can you tell me a little about yourself?
5. What is your greatest professional achievement?
6.Tell me about a challenge you faced in your work.
7.Can you tell us something about your childhood?
8.What is your message to the new generation?
9.What is your next project?
10.What inspired you to become a..... ?
Imagine you got a chance to interview Dr. AJ Cronin, physician of the ship, Ranaganji. Prepare five questions that you may ask on the occasion.
• What inspired you to become a doctor?
• How did you manage and control the smallpox outbreak on the ship, Ranaganji?
• Can you share some insights about Serang Hasan and his role during the crisis?
• What is your greatest professional achievement as a physician?
• What message would you like to give to the new generation of doctors?
14:DEBATE
Debate point/for and against/agree and disagree Common expressions:
• I agree with it
• I do agree with it
• It's right
• Sorry, I can't agree with it
• It's wrong
• It's good
• There are many merits and demerits
• It can be viewed from different angles
• There is no sense in the argument
Old age homes are mushrooming in Kerala, God's own country.
Are old age homes a boon or a curse to Kerala. Conduct a debate on the topic. Write the arguments for and against.
Against :
• Old age homes are a curse to our state.
• I can't agree with this insult of our parents.
• It is our duty to take care of our parents.
For:
• Old age homes are a boon to our state.
• The parents who are avoided by their children are safe in old age homes.
• Sometimes, the children torture their parents.
• Old age homes become a shelter for them.
Common expressions used in essays, articles etc…
• It's very important.
• It's the need of the hour.
• It's essential in the modern world.
• The importance of the topic is increasing day by day.
• There are many challenges.
• It plays an important role.
• It's a serious issue.
• There are many pros and cons.
• It has many advantages and disadvantages.
• The government should be very vigilant.
• Stern steps should be taken in this regard.
• We have been doing a lot in this regard.
• Still we have miles to go.
• Let's work hard for a better society
