Format Basics
What word should always appear at the top of a notice, in bold and capital letters?
“NOTICE”
Name the five “W”s that should be answered in a good notice.
Who, What, When, Where, Why
True or False: It’s okay to use informal language in notices.
False
Which should come first: the title/subject or the body?
The title/subject
state a one-line heading for a notice about a school picnic.
“School Picnic Announcement”
Where is the date typically placed in a notice?
Just below the heading or in the top left corner
What key detail tells the reader when something is happening?
The date and time of the event
What’s wrong with including too much detail in a notice?
It makes the notice confusing and hard to read
List the five main parts of a standard notice.
Heading, Date, Subject/Title, Body, Signature/Name of issuer
What date format should be used in a formal notice?
March 20, 2025 or 20/03/2025
What part of a notice includes the main message with details like event, time, and place?
The body
What is the purpose of a “subject line” in a notice?
To clearly state what the notice is about
What mistake occurs if the date of the event is missing?
The notice becomes unclear and ineffective
Where should the name of the school or organization appear, if required?
At the top (above or with the heading)
Name two (2) sentence starters that were given in the presentation
What comes last in a notice: the signature, the subject line, or the date?
The signature/name of the issuing authority
Which part of the notice tells people where an event or action will take place?
The venue/location (mentioned in the body)
What happens when you don’t proofread a notice?
It may contain spelling or grammar errors
If a notice is about a competition, what extra detail should be included?
Registration deadline or contact person
What is wrong with this notice: “Hey guys! Join us for a lit debate tomorrow! BYOB – Bring your own brains!”
It uses informal language and slang, inappropriate for a notice
Which section should include “who” is issuing the notice (e.g., Principal, Teacher)?
The end of the notice, below the body
If a notice invites people to participate, what should it include?
Clear instructions or a call to action (e.g., register by a certain date)
True or False: Skipping the subject/title is fine if the message is in the body.
False
Is it better to write a notice as a paragraph or in bullet points?
A short paragraph (formal notices rarely use bullets)
If a notice is about a fire drill, what two important things must it include?
The date/time of the drill and a reminder to follow safety rules.