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The ISC Class 11 English syllabus for the academic year 2024-25 has been carefully designed to enhance students' language skills and foster a deeper appreciation for literature. It focuses on developing essential abilities such as reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension, which are crucial for academic and personal growth.

The syllabus is divided into two main sections: English Language and Literature in English. The English Language section emphasizes grammar, composition, comprehension, and directed writing, helping students express their thoughts clearly and effectively. It includes practice in essay writing, letter drafting, and understanding unseen passages. These exercises aim to build a solid foundation for clear communication and analytical thinking.

ISC Class 11 English Semester-Wise Syllabus 2024-25

S.No.

Textbook

Section

Chapters

Suggestions

1

Macbeth - William Shakespeare

Drama

(Acts I & II)

NOTE: The Class XI Examination is to be conducted on the portion of the syllabus that is prescribed for Class XI
       

2

A Collection of ISC Short Stories (Evergreen Publications (India) Ltd. New Delhi)

Prism

  1. A Living God – Lafcadio Hearn


  2. Advice to Youth – Mark Twain


  3. The Paper Menagerie – Ken Liu


  4. The Great Automatic Grammatizator – Roald Dahl


  5. Thank You, Ma’am – Langston Hughes
       

3

A Collection of ISC Poems (Evergreen Publications (India) Ltd. New Delhi)

Rhapsody

  1. Abhisara: The Tryst – Rabindranath Tagore


  2. Why I Like the Hospital – Tony Hoagland


  3. Sonnet 116 – William Shakespeare


  4. Death of a Naturalist – Seamus Heaney


  5. Strange Meeting – Wilfred Owen

Paper II: Project Work-20 Marks

In addition to the syllabus prescribed above for Classes XI and XII, candidates must be assessed in Project Work. Project Work consists of assessing Writing Skills in Classes XI and XII. The objective is to produce original, creative, and insightful perspectives on drama/short stories/poems.

Project Work in Class XI consists of the assessment of Writing Skills (only from the syllabus to be covered in Class XI) which are to be assessed internally by the School.

Candidates will be required to undertake one written assignment of 1000-1500 words, which should be structured as given below:

A. The written assignment must be given a title in the form of a question which should allow the candidate to explore the drama or the chosen short stories/poems in depth.

B. The written assignment must follow the structure given below:

  • Introduction:
    • Explanation of the question that has been framed
    • Reason for choosing the text
    • Brief explanation of how the candidate intends to interpret the chosen text and literary materials used in the process
  • Main Body – organized and well-structured treatment of the question using appropriate sub-headings.
  • Conclusion – comprehensive summary of the points made in the main body

Evaluation

Internal Evaluation by the Teacher (20 Marks):

Assessment Criteria

Candidates should be able to:

Marks

1.

Process

- Identify the topic.

- Plan a detailed written assignment.

- Produce a written outline.

6

2.

Understanding, Application of Knowledge and Analysis

Use a range of literary aspects such as plot, setting, characters, action, style, and ideas in order to present an organized and well-structured complete assignment.

8

3.

Presentation

Prepare the document (overall format: headings, sub-headings, paragraphing) by writing within a word limit of 1000-1500 words and providing a separate title page.

6

TOTAL

20

ISC class 11 English Exam Pattern

Component

Paper Type

Duration

Marks

Details

English Language

Theory Paper

3 hours

80

- Question 1: Composition (400-450 words) on a given topic (20 marks)

- Question 2: Directed writing (15 marks) and Proposal writing (10 marks)

- Question 3: Short-answer questions on grammar and structure (15 marks)

- Question 4: Reading comprehension (20 marks)

Literature in English

Theory Paper

3 hours

80

- Question 1: Compulsory textual questions based on a Shakespeare play or alternative text (20 marks)

- Questions 2-4: Essay-type answers based on prescribed texts, focusing on themes, characters, and plots (15 marks each)

Project Work

Practical Assessment

N/A

20

- Assessment of listening and speaking skills (10 marks)

- Evaluation by an examiner visiting the school (10 marks)

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