Invitation writing for class 12

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Invitation and Replies Class 12 CBSE Format, Examples

FORMAL AND INFORMAL

Man is social by nature. Hence interaction and communication between human beings is quite natural. In fact, it has become unavoidable. We may share views either orally or in writing.
We hold many social functions such as celebrations of birthday, engagement, wedding, marriage anniversary; appointment, promotion. Invitations form an important part of social dealings. An invitation is a request to an individual to come or go somewhere, or to do something.
Invitations can be both formal as well as informal. Formal invitations are formal letters. They can be printed on cards or can be drafted in the form of social letters.
Formal invitations can be of two types:

1. Printed invitation cards inviting guests to be present on a particular occasion. Such invitations do not include the name of the addressee.
2. Formal typed (handwritten) letter addressed to a VIP invited to preside over a social, cultural and educational function. In these invitations to VIPs the name of the addressee appears prominently.

Formal invitations are formal and polite, pleasant and courteous.
Informal invitations generally take the shape and form of personal letters. We use these to invite our friends, relatives and dear ones with whom we have intimate, personal and friendly relations.
In informal invitations the tone and treatment is relaxed, informal and friendly.

A. FORMAL INVITATIONS

Main Characteristics:

1. A formal invitation is normally a single sentence presentation in third person.
2. Formal invitations are generally printed invitation cards. We use them to invite guests on some auspicious occasion like birthdays, weddings, inauguration of shops, houses, etc.
3. The invitation answers the questions who, whom, when, where, what time and for what, i.e.,
   • the occasion
   • name(s) of the invitee
   • name(s) of the host
   • date, time and venue
4. The other details include name, designation and address of the organiser, sponsor or host or the name(s) of the chief guest or special invitees, in case of an official invitation.
5. Printed formal invitations don’t include the name of the addressee.
6. Invitations to VIP to preside over a function do carry the name of VIP prominently.
7. Length as per CBSE guidelines is limited to 50 words.

I. PRINTED FORMAL INVITATIONS
SOLVED QUESTIONS

Question 1:
M/s Shyam Lai & Sons are opening a new general store ‘Galaxy Novelties’ in Geetanjali Enclave, Dwarika, Delhi. The inauguration ceremony is fixed for Sunday, the 19th of October 20XX at 11 a.m. Prepare a draft of formal invitation letter for the purpose.
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Question 2:
Draft an invitation on behalf of Mr & Mrs Raj Karan of 38, Kamal Kunj, Varanasi, which they may use to invite their friends and relatives on the 5th birth anniversary of their son Nikhil at their residence on 28 December 20XX.
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Question 3:
Your sister Nivedita is going to marry Akhilesh (S/o Mr & Mrs SM. Joshi, Nainital) Your father Mr K.S. Bhardwaj has planned to hold the wedding at Hotel Kunal, New Delhi on 25 May 20XX at 8 p.m. Write a formal invitation on behalf of Mr & Mrs K.S. Bhardwaj inviting guests to the auspicious occasion. Give other details. Do not exceed 50 words.
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Question 4:
You are a student of Newton Public School, Nagpur. The school is holding its annual function on Saturday, the 15th November, 20XX at 11 a.m. The HRD Minister Dr M.M. Joshi has consented to be the chief guest. Design an invitation card to be sent to the parents and other invitees. Do not exceed 50 words.
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Question 5:
You are the Principal of Zodiac Senior Secondary School, Ooty. The school has completed 25 years of its meritorious services to the society. The Silver Jubilee Celebrations are to be held on Sunday, the 26th October, 20XX. Mrs M. Kamath, the founder Principal will preside. Draft a suitable invitation to be sent to important dignitaries of the city and the parents of students.
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Question 6:
You are the secretary of Haryana Civil Medical Doctors’ Association, 2345 Sector 15, Panchkula. You have organised a seminar on AIDS for the members of the association and invited a specialist guest speaker. Draft an invitation for publication in the newspapers.
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Question 7:
The literary club of your school is putting up the play ‘Waiting for Godot’. As secretary of the club, draft an invitation inviting the famous writer Sudeesh Gupta to be the guest of honour at the function. Write the invitation in not more than 50 words. You are Govindl Gauri.
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Question 8:
You are the Director of Apex Orientations, a leading name in postal coaching for competitive examinations including IIT-JEE and CBSE-PMT. Write letters to the principals of some prestigious schools inviting the names of two brilliant students from each institution to attend their Counselling Session free of cost.
Answer:
APEX ORIENTATION
38-A, Old Rohtak Road,
Karol Bagh,
New Delhi-110005
Ph: 25384077, 25381077
25th March, 20XX
The Principal
ABC School
Delhi
Sir/Madam
Sub: Free Counselling Session
Apex Orientation is a leading name in postal coaching for competitive examinations. We regard your school as one of the prestigious institutions of Delhi. We shall deem it a personal favour if you recommend any two of your brilliant students to attend our Career Counselling Session for IIT-JEE and CBSE-PMT to be held on 10th April, 20XX. The participation will be free of cost.
Kindly send your recommendations by the 7th April.
Ritu Nanda
Director

Question 9:
You are the Secretary of the Old Students’ Association, Mayo School, Ajmer. The 20th Alumni Meet will be held on Sunday, the 28th Sept. 20XX at 8.00 p.m. at Palace Hotel. Write invitation letters to ail the old students of the school to attend the meet.
Answer:
Old Students’ Association
Mayo School
Ajmer
Dear Alumna/Alumnus,
Sub: 20th Alumni Meet
The 20th Alumni Meet of Mayo School, Ajmer will be held on Sunday, the 28th Sept. 20XX at 8 p.m. at The Palace Hotel Ajmer. Old students, along with their spouses will be our guests of honour.
Kindly assemble at 8.00 p.m. in the banquet hall for a get-together, dance and dinner party.
Please confirm your seats by sending ₹ 500 to the undersigned.
Ayush K. Joshi
Secretary

Question 10:
You are Sachin Bansal, the Head Boy of Springdales Public School, Gurgaon. Your school is holding an inter-school T-20 cricket championship from 2 Oct. to 8 Oct., 20XX. Write a formal invitation to Sh. B.S. Bedi, the legendary cricketer, to inaugurate the championship on 2 Oct. 20XX at 10 a.m. at your school grounds.
Answer:
Springdales Public School
Gurgaon
25 Sept. 20XX
Sh. B.S. Bedi
2/27 Jorbagh
New Delhi
Sir
Sub: Inauguration of Cricket Championship
Our school is holding an inter-school T-20 cricket championship from 2 Oct. to 8 Oct. 20XX. All the schools of the area are likely to participate. Your presence in our midst will act as a catalyst and inspire us. You are requested to inaugurate the championship on 2 Oct. 20XX at 10 a.m. in our school grounds.
Kindly confirm your availability by 30 Sept.
Yours faithfully,
Sachin Bansal
Head Boy

B. INFORMAL INVITATIONS

Main Characteristics:
Informal invitations follow the pattern of ordinary personal letters. These letters are written to relatives, friends and acquaintances.

1. These letters are first/second person presentations.
2. Personal feelings and emotions find an expression.
3. The writer’s address is given in the usual place.
4. The salutation is usually “Dear’ plus “Name’.
5. The date of writing is given, but the year is generally omitted.
6. The style and tone are relaxed and informal.
7. Different tenses are used as the sense demands.
8. The complimentary close is: Tours sincerely’.

SOLVED QUESTIONS

Question 11:
Rohit has got success in CBSE-PMT. He wants to celebrate his admission to Shivaji Medical College, Nagpur by throwing a party to his friends. Write an informal invitation giving details of venue, time and date. Do not exceed 50 words.
Answer:
33/427 Priya Vihar
New Delhi
15 July 20XX
Dear Varan
You will be glad to learn that I have secured 80th rank in the CBSE-PMT competition. I have got admission in a prestigious institution – Shivaji College, Nagpur. I want to share a few happy moments of my life in the company of my old Mends at a dinner in the Hotel Kanishka at 9.00 p.m. on 23 July, 20XX.
Please join the celebrations and merry-making.
Yours sincerely
Rohit

Question 12:
You are Leena Sen. The wedding of your elder sister Reena Sen is going to be held on
the 15th May, 20XX at Hotel Lake View, Udaipur. Write out an informal invitation to your friend Vinnie requesting her to attend the function.
Answer:
4357, Vasant Kunj
Raj Nagar
1 May, 20XX
Dear Vinnie
You will be pleased to know that the wedding of my elder sister Reena Sen is going to be held on the 15th May, 20XX at Hotel Lake View, Udaipur. The whole family will move there in the morning. I invite you to join us at lunch in the hotel on the 15th. The wedding ceremony will take place at 8 in the evening.
I do hope you will join us on the auspicious occasion.
Yours sincerely
Leena

Question 13:
You are Ankit Verma. Your friend from Malaysia is staying in the hostel. Invite him to join Diwali celebrations with you at your residence.
Answer:
315/2 Raja Gardens
New Delhi
25 October, 20XX
Dear Surunayak
You know that Diwali, the festival of lights, is approaching. It gives me great pleasure to invite you to Diwali celebrations at my residence. We shall have great fun.
Do join us for the ‘Puja’ and Diwali celebrations.
Yours sincerely
Ankit Verma

Question 14:
Write a letter to your friend inviting him on the house-warming-ceremony of your newly constructed house.
Answer:
27, Urban Estate
Sector 15
Karnal
25 July, 20XX
Dear Vineet
I invite you at the house-warming-ceremony of our newly constructed house in Urban Estate. The ‘hawan’ ceremony is at 10 a.m. It will be followed by lunch at 1.00 p.m. Kindly do join us on this auspicious day. I’ll introduce you to my parents and close relatives.
Yours sincerely
Arun Gulati

Question 15:
You are Navin/Neha, the Secretary of the Youth Club of your locality. You are organising an inter-school group-song competition. Invite a prominent musician to act as one of the judges.
Answer:
Youth Club
Nainital
5 December, 20XX
Dear Mr Khanna
I shall feel obliged if you kindly spare some time from your busy schedule and consent to act as one of the judges for an inter-school group-song competition to be held on 24th December, 2OXX at 2 p.m. in the Community Centre, Dehradun Road.
Kindly confirm your acceptance by 10th December.
Yours sincerely
Navin/Neha
Secretary

Question 16:
Your parents have completed 25 years of happy married life. Invite your aunt, living in Hyderabad, to join you in the Silver Jubilee celebration of their marriage at your residence.
Answer:
245 Rose Gardens
Mangalore
25 March, 20XX
Respected Aunt
My parents Sh. R.S. Swaminathan and Smt. Parvathi Devi will be completing 25 years , of their happy, prosperous and eventful married life next month. We are going to celebrate the Silver Jubilee of their married fife on 5th May, 20XX. It will be a simple ceremony. Only family members and close friends are invited.
Do join us on this auspicious day.
Yours sincerely
S.R. Parthasarthy

Question 17:
Nikhil has come out successful in the I.I.T Entrance Examination. He has decided to have a party for his friends. Write out an invitation giving details of venue, time and date. Do not exceed 50 words.
Answer:
D-42, Preet Vihar
New Delhi
10 June 20XX
Dear Pramod
Do join me on 15 June 20XX at 6.00 p.m. at my residence at an intimate party to celebrate my success in the I.I.T. entrance examination. You will meet a lot of our old friends also.
Looking forward to seeing you.
Nikhil

Question 18:
You are Roshan Khera, a resident of Haryana. Invite your friend Hrishit Arora who lives in old Delhi to spend a part of his summer vacation with you at your farm house near Pinjore.
Answer:
Shivalik Farms
Raj Pura Village
Near Pinjore
25 April, 20XX
Dear Hrishit
I will be returning to my farm house after the examination. I invite you to spend at least a fortnight with me at my farm house. It is a pollution free place with lots of trees and greenery all around. The sylvan surroundings will have a refreshing effect on your heart and mind. We shall also visit Pinjore gardens and Kalka hills. Looking forward to your arrival.
Yours sincerely
Roshan Khera

Question 19:
You are Atul Gupta. You are opening a new branch of your business house NEWLIGHT FURNISHINGS at C-32, Ansal Plaza, Delhi. Write an invitation to your uncle to attend the inauguration ceremony and bless you.
Answer:
2475D Model Town Delhi
27 November, 20XX Dear Uncle
With the grace of God and your blessings I am diversifying my business concern. A new branch of our NEWLIGHT FURNISHINGS will be inaugurated at C-32, Ansal Plaza, Delhi on 5 December, 20XX at 9.00 a.m.
Please come in time to join the ceremony and shower your blessings on us.
Yours sincerely
Atul Gupta