Class 12 English Freewriting Guide: Templates, Tricks & PDF for Nepali Students
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About Class 12 English FreeWriting Guide
Class 12 students often face trouble writing well in their exams in Freewriting. Their hands shake. Their minds go blank. Exams are near. Teachers grow tired. The students need help. We give it to them now.
Here are strong, sharp templates for five big freewriting tasks: press release, letter to the editor, and news story. These formats are made for Nepali students. Easy to follow. Hard to mess up. Each one is long enough for 10 marks. Each one gets the job done.
Exams are close. You're staring at the paper. Your hand shakes. Your mind goes blank. The question says: "Write a press release" or "Write a news report." Panic sets in.
You're not alone. Most Class 12 students in Nepal struggle with freewriting tasks in English. You want to do well, but where do you even begin?
Here’s where we help.
This guide gives you ready-to-use templates, clear tips, and a free downloadable PDF to master the five most common freewriting formats in Class 12 English exams.
What Is Freewriting in Class 12 English?
Freewriting in your exam is where you're given a task—like writing a press release, letter to the editor, or news report—and you need to create the full text from scratch. No options. No help. Just you, a blank sheet, and your imagination.
The problem? Most students don’t know the structure, the tone, or the right English to use.
But here's the secret: Freewriting is 70% format and 30% content. If you know the correct structure, you're already ahead of most students.
Why This Guide Is Different
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✍️ Nepal-specific templates: Aligned with Class 12 curriculum and local context
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🧩 5 foolproof formats: Easy enough to follow, strong enough to score
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🧠 Memory tricks: So you remember the format in the exam hall
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📄 Free downloadable PDF: So you can revise anytime, anywhere
The 5 Essential Freewriting Formats for Class 12
These are the five most common tasks you’ll see in your Class 12 English exams. Each one comes with:
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A format breakdown
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A ready-to-use template
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A sample topic
1. Press Release
Purpose: To inform the public or media about a new event or announcement.
🔧 Format:
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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Date
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Title of the Announcement (Bold)
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First Paragraph: Who, What, When, Where, Why
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Second Paragraph: Details and quotes
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Final Paragraph: Contact Info or Closing Note
Template:
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
[Date]
**[Event/Announcement Title]**
[City] – [School/Organization Name] is excited to announce [event/initiative]. The event will take place on [date] at [venue]. It aims to [main goal or reason].
According to [person's name, title], “[Insert a short quote].” The event is expected to benefit [target group].
For further information, contact [email/phone].
Sample Topic:
A local school organizes an inter-school quiz competition.
2. Letter to the Editor
Purpose: To express public opinion or concern on a social issue.
🔧 Format:
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Sender’s Address
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Date
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Editor’s Address
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Subject Line
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Salutation (“Dear Editor,”)
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Introduction: Why you're writing
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Body: Main issue + example/evidence
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Conclusion: Suggestion or call to action
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Signature and Name
Template:
[Your Address]
[Date]
The Editor
[Newspaper Name]
[City]
Subject: [Topic of the Letter]
Dear Editor,
Through your esteemed newspaper, I would like to draw attention to [brief issue]. This issue has been affecting [group of people/area] severely.
[Write a paragraph with facts or examples. Suggest a solution or opinion.]
I hope the concerned authorities take timely action.
Sincerely,
[Your Name]
Sample Topic:
Write a letter to the editor about frequent power cuts in your area.
3. News Story
Purpose: To report on real or fictional events in a formal tone.
🔧 Format:
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Headline (Bold)
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Byline (By [Your Name])
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Lead Paragraph: Summary of the event (Who, What, When, Where, Why)
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Body Paragraphs: Detailed facts in decreasing order of importance
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Quote: From someone involved
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Ending: Background or future action
Template:
**[News Headline]**
*By [Your Name]*
[City], [Date] – [Start with a strong sentence summarizing the event].
[Give more information: who did what, when, and where. Add any relevant figures.]
According to [witness/official], “[Insert quote].”
Authorities have stated that [mention any follow-up or next steps].
Sample Topic:
Write a news report about a road accident that occurred in your town.
4. Speech Writing
Purpose: To present a speech in a formal setting like a school assembly or public function.
🔧 Format:
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Greeting (Respected Principal, teachers, and friends…)
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Introduction of yourself and topic
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Body: 2–3 main points with examples
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Conclusion: Strong ending or call to action
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Thank the audience
Template:
Respected Principal, teachers, and dear friends,
Good morning to you all. I’m [Your Name], a student of Class 12, and today I will speak on the topic “[Topic Title].”
[Give 2–3 strong points with examples, facts, or stories.]
In conclusion, I believe [restate your position]. Thank you for your attention.
Have a great day!
Sample Topic:
Speech on the importance of mental health in student life.
5. Report Writing
Purpose: To present an event in a factual and organized manner, usually after it happens.
🔧 Format:
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Title (Centered and Bold)
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Byline (By [Your Name])
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Introduction: Event name, date, place
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Body: What happened, who attended, outcomes
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Conclusion: Summary or suggestion
Template:
**[Report Title]**
*By [Your Name]*
On [Date], [School Name] organized [event name] at [location]. The event started at [time] and saw participation from [number or groups].
[Describe key moments, guest speakers, or results.]
The event concluded with [ending note]. Overall, it was a great success.
Sample Topic:
Write a report on your school’s annual sports day.
7 Quick Tips to Remember in the Exam
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Stick to the format—Examiners mark on structure
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Write in formal English—No slang or SMS language
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Use short paragraphs—Each for a new idea
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Use active voice—"The school organized" not "was organized by the school"
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Include facts or quotes—Even if made up, they look realistic
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Keep it to the word limit—Too short or too long loses marks
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Proofread once—Catch small spelling/grammar errors
Final Words
Freewriting doesn’t have to be frightening.
With the right templates, a little practice, and a clear strategy, you can confidently tackle any writing task your Class 12 English exam throws at you.
Thousands of Nepali students struggle with this section. You won’t be one of them.
Start practicing today. Bookmark this page. And go ace that exam.
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