English · Class 2
Picture Composition
Learn Picture Composition with notes, examples, and practice questions.
3 sections15–25 min read6 MCQs · 2 examples
Chapter Overview
Picture composition turns visual prompts into written paragraphs. Students observe details, use sequence words, and write 4–6 sentences describing action, setting, and feelings — a key Class 2 writing skill.
Steps to Write
- Study the picture carefully (1–2 minutes)
- Note 5–6 key points
- Write opening sentence about scene
- Add details; end with feeling or moral
Useful Language
- In the picture I see...
- On the left / in the centre
- First... then... finally...
- Everyone looks happy because...
Solved Examples
Step-by-step solutions — read each step before checking the final answer.
Plan from picture
Picture: children planting trees in school garden.
- 1Who: students and teacher
- 2What: planting saplings
- 3Where: school garden
- 4Why: environment day
Answer
6–8 sentence paragraph covering all points
Opening sentence
Write one strong opening for a rainy-day park scene.
- 1Set scene and weather
Answer
It is a rainy afternoon and children are enjoying the park with colourful umbrellas.
Key Points to Remember
- ✓ Do not invent unrelated details
- ✓ Use present continuous for ongoing action
- ✓ Neat handwriting and punctuation
- ✓ Title optional but helpful
Exam Tips
- • Write 5–8 sentences minimum
- • Cover all visible actions
- • Check spelling of common words
- • Leave margin and lines
Practice MCQs — Picture Composition
Test your understanding with topic-wise multiple choice questions. Explanations appear after each answer.
Question 1 of 6Score: 0/0
First step in picture composition is: