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Class X English Syllabus 2025-2026

The syllabus for Class X English for the session 2025-2026 outlines the structure for two periodic tests, each worth 50 marks, divided into three sections: Reading Skill, Writing Skill and Grammar, and Language through Literature. Each section includes specific tasks such as reading comprehension, grammar exercises, writing formal letters, and answering questions on prescribed texts. Additionally, there are pre-board assessments and internal assessments as per CBSE guidelines.

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Class X English Syllabus 2025-2026

The syllabus for Class X English for the session 2025-2026 outlines the structure for two periodic tests, each worth 50 marks, divided into three sections: Reading Skill, Writing Skill and Grammar, and Language through Literature. Each section includes specific tasks such as reading comprehension, grammar exercises, writing formal letters, and answering questions on prescribed texts. Additionally, there are pre-board assessments and internal assessments as per CBSE guidelines.

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SYLLABUS FOR THE SESSION 2025-2026

CLASS: X
SUBJECT: ENGLISH

PERIODIC TEST-I 50 MARKS


SECTION-WISE WEIGHTAGE
SECTION WEIGHTAGE

A READING SKILL 10

B WRITING SKILL AND GRAMMAR 10

C LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE 20

SECTION-A
READING SKILL
I. Reading Comprehension through Unseen Passage 10 Marks
1. Discursive passage of 400-450 words

Multiple Choice/ Objective Type Questions, and Short Answer Question (30-40 Words) will be
asked to assess comprehension, interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation and vocabulary.

SECTION-B
WRITING SKILL AND GRAMMAR
II. Grammar 10 Marks
● Tense
● Modals
2. The course at the secondary level seeks to cement high professional grasp of
grammatical items and levels of accuracy. Accurate use of spelling, punctuation and
grammar in context will be assessed through Gap Filling/Editing/Transformation
exercises.
Ten out of 12 questions will have to be attempted.
III. Writing Skill 10 Marks
3. Writing a Formal Letter (Letter to the Editor/Organisation) in 100-120 words. One out of
two questions is to be answered. (5 Marks)
4. Writing an Analytical Paragraph in 100-120 words on the given Map/Chart/Graph/Cues.
One out of two questions is to be answered. (5 Marks)

SECTION-C
LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE
IV. Reference to the Context 5 Marks
5. One extract out of Two from Prose/Poem (5 Marks)

Multiple Choice Questions/ Objective Type Questions/ Very Short Answer Question
(One Word/ Sentence), Short Answer Question (30-40 words) will be asked to assess
inference, analysis, interpretation, evaluation and vocabulary.

V. Short & Long Answer Questions 15 Marks

6. Two out of Three Short Answer Type Questions to be answered in 40-50 words from the
book FIRST FLIGHT to assess interpretation, analysis, inference and evaluation.
(2x3=6 Marks)
7. One out of Two Short Answer Type Questions to be answered in 40-50 words from the
book FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET to assess interpretation, analysis, inference and
evaluation.
(1X3=3 Marks)
8. One out of Two Long Answer Type Questions from FIRST FLIGHT / FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT
FEET to be answered in about 100-120 words to assess creativity, imagination and
extrapolation beyond the text and across the text/ on the theme or plot involving
interpretation beyond the text. (1x6=6 Marks)

1. FIRST FLIGHT
A. Prose
i) A letter to God
ii) Nelson Mendela-Long Walk to Freedom
iii) Two Stories about Flying
iv) From the diary of Anne Frank

B. Poem
i)Dust of snow
ii) Fire and Ice
iii) A tiger in the zoo
iv) How to tell wild animals

2. FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET


i)A triumph of Surgery
ii) The Thief Story
iii) The Midnight Visitor

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PERIODIC TEST-II 50 MARKS


SECTION-WISE WEIGHTAGE
SECTION WEIGHTAGE

A READING SKILL 10

B WRITING SKILL AND GRAMMAR 20

C LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE 20

SECTION-A
READING SKILL
I. Reading Comprehension through Unseen Passage 10 Marks
1. Cased-based factual passage (with visual input-statistical data, chart etc) of 200-250
words.

Multiple Choice/ Objective Type Questions, and Short Answer Question (30-40 Words) will be
asked to assess comprehension, interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation and vocabulary.

SECTION-B
WRITING SKILL AND GRAMMAR
II. Grammar 10 Marks
● Subject –Verb Agreement
● Reported Speech
2. The course at the secondary level seeks to cement high professional grasp of
grammatical items and levels of accuracy. Accurate use of spelling, punctuation and
grammar in context will be assessed through Gap Filling/Editing/Transformation
exercises.
Ten out of 12 questions will have to be attempted.
III. Writing Skill 10 Marks
3. Writing a Formal Letter (Letter of Placing Order/ Inquiry/Complaint) in 100-120
words. One out of two questions is to be answered. (5 Marks)
4. Writing an Analytical Paragraph in 100-120 words on the given
Map/Chart/Graph/Cues.
One out of two questions is to be answered. (5 Marks)

SECTION-C
LANGUAGE THROUGH LITERATURE
IV. Reference to the Context 5 Marks

5. One extract out of Two from Prose/Poem (5 Marks)

Multiple Choice Questions/ Objective Type Questions/ Very Short Answer Question
(One Word/ Sentence), Short Answer Question (30-40 words) will be asked to assess
inference, analysis, interpretation, evaluation and vocabulary.
V. Short & Long Answer Questions 15 Marks

6. Two out of Three Short Answer Type Questions to be answered in 40-50 words from
the book FIRST FLIGHT to assess interpretation, analysis, inference and evaluation.
(2x3=6 Marks)
7. One out of Two Short Answer Type Questions to be answered in 40-50 words from
the book FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET to assess interpretation, analysis, inference
and evaluation.
(1X3=3 Marks)
8. One out of Two Long Answer Type Questions from FIRST FLIGHT / FOOTPRINTS
WITHOUT FEET to be answered in about 100-120 words to assess creativity,
imagination and extrapolation beyond the text and across the text/ on the theme or
plot involving interpretation beyond the text.
(1x6=6 Marks)

1. FIRST FLIGHT
A. Prose
i) Glimpses of India
ii) Mijbil the Otter
iii) The Sermon at Benaras

B. Poem
i) The Ball Poem
ii) Amanda
iii) The Trees
iv) Fog

2. FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET


i)A Question of Trust
ii) The Making of the Scientist
iii) The Necklace

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PRE-BOARD- I: AS PER CBSE FULL SYLLABUS OF 80 MARKS.

PRE-BOARD- II: AS PER CBSE FULL SYLLABUS OF 80 MARKS.

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INTERNAL ASSESMENT OF 20 MARKS: AS PER CBSE GUIDELINES.

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Thematic writing exercises in the Class X English syllabus are significant as they encourage students to craft analytical paragraphs based on provided maps, charts, graphs, or cues. These exercises require students to critically engage with visual stimuli, develop interpretative skills, and articulate reasoned arguments or analyses, ultimately bolstering their ability to process and convey complex information effectively .

In the Reading Skill section, students' comprehension abilities are assessed using unseen passages that include discursive passages and case-based factual passages. These passages often contain visual inputs like statistical data or charts, and students are expected to answer multiple choice questions or short answer questions that assess comprehension, interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation, and vocabulary .

The writing skill section in the English syllabus aims to develop students' abilities by engaging them in writing formal letters and analytical paragraphs. The section covers various practical tasks, such as writing letters to editors and organizations or writing formal inquiries, complaints, or placing orders, thereby enhancing students' proficiency in formal written communication .

The grammar evaluation in the English syllabus aims to test skills such as tense usage, modal verbs, subject-verb agreement, and reported speech. It focuses on accuracy and contextual application of grammar rules, punctuation, and spelling through exercises like gap filling, editing, and transformation .

The purpose of including statistical data and visual inputs in the reading comprehension section is to enhance students' analytical skills by challenging them to extract and interpret information from various formats beyond text alone. This method requires students to synthesize visual and textual data, enriching their critical thinking and enabling them to apply interpretation and evaluative skills in a more comprehensive manner .

The fundamental goal of the grammar component in the English syllabus for Class X is to cement a high professional grasp of grammatical items and levels of accuracy. This includes the accurate use of spelling, punctuation, and grammar in context, which will be assessed through exercises like Gap Filling, Editing, and Transformation .

Focusing on both prose and poetry in the literature component offers a multifaceted pedagogical impact by exposing students to diverse literary forms, styles, and themes. Prose allows students to engage with narrative techniques and character development, while poetry emphasizes linguistic precision, rhythm, and emotive expression. This broad exposure facilitates a deeper literary appreciation, improving students' ability to analyze and interpret various forms of writing, enhancing overall linguistic proficiency and critical thinking skills .

The long answer question section of the syllabus includes themes and texts from the book 'FIRST FLIGHT' such as 'A Letter to God,' 'Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom,' 'Two Stories about Flying,' and 'From the Diary of Anne Frank.' These themes allow students to express creativity and interpretation beyond the text, relating to various historical, cultural, and personal topics .

The 'Language through Literature' section contributes to the assessment by evaluating students on skills such as inference, analysis, interpretation, and evaluation through different types of questions, including extract-based questions, short answers, and long answers from prose and poetry. This section challenges students to not only understand the text but also use creativity and imagination to interpret themes and concepts beyond the text itself .

'Reference to the Context' questions promote deeper literary engagement by requiring students to analyze selected passages from prose or poems and provide inference, evaluation, and interpretation. These questions compel students to delve into the context of the text, understand the nuances of language, and connect textual elements with broader literary themes or messages, fostering a more profound appreciation and understanding of literature .

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