CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - Mathematics Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| Unit | Topic | Marks |
| I. | Sets and Functions | 29 |
| II. | Algebra | 37 |
| III. | Co-ordinate Geometry | 13 |
| IV. | Calculus | 6 |
| V. | Mathematical Reasoning | 3 |
| VI. | Statistics and Probability | 12 |
| Total | 100 |
Unit-I: Sets and Functions
1. Sets
Sets and their representations. Empty
set. Finite and Infinite sets. Equal sets. Subsets. Subsets of a set of
real numbers especially intervals (with notations). Power set. Universal
set. Venn diagrams. Union and Intersection of sets. Difference of sets.
Complement of a set. Properties of Complement Sets. Practical Problems
based on sets.
2. Relations & Functions
Ordered pairs, Cartesian product of
sets. Number of elements in the cartesian product of two finite sets.
Cartesian product of the sets of real (upto R x R). Definition of
relation, pictorial diagrams, domain, co-domain and range of a relation.
Function as a special kind of relation from one set to another.
Pictorial representation of a function, domain, co-domain and range of a
function. Real valued functions, domain and range of these
functions: constant, identity, polynomial, rational, modulus, signum,
exponential, logarithmic and greatest integer functions, with their
graphs. Sum, difference, product and quotients of functions.
3. Trigonometric Functions
Positive and negative angles. Measuring
angles in radians and in degrees and conversion of one into other.
Definition of trigonometric functions with the help of unit circle.
Truth of the sin2x+cos2x=1, for all x. Signs of
trigonometric functions. Domain and range of trignometric functions and
their graphs. Expressing sin (x±y) and cos (x±y) in terms of sinx, siny,
cosx & cosy and their simple application. Deducing identities like
the following:
Identities related to sin 2x, cos2x, tan
2x, sin3x, cos3x and tan3x. General solution of trigonometric equations
of the type sin y = sin a, cos y = cos a and tan y = tan a.
Unit-II: Algebra
1. Principle of Mathematical Induction
Process of the proof by induction,
motivating the application of the method by looking at natural numbers
as the least inductive subset of real numbers. The principle of
mathematical induction and simple applications.
2. Complex Numbers and Quadratic Equations
Need for complex numbers, especially √1,
to be motivated by inability to solve some of the quardratic equations.
Algebraic properties of complex numbers. Argand plane and polar
representation of complex numbers. Statement of Fundamental Theorem of
Algebra, solution of quadratic equations in the complex number system.
Square root of a complex number.
3. Linear Inequalities
Linear inequalities. Algebraic solutions
of linear inequalities in one variable and their representation on
the number line. Graphical solution of linear inequalities in two
variables. Graphical solution of system of linear inequalities in two
variables.
4. Permutations and Combinations
4. Permutations and Combinations
Fundamental principle of counting.
Factorial n. (n!)Permutations and combinations, derivation of formulae
and their connections, simple applications.
5. Binomial Theorem
History, statement and proof of the
binomial theorem for positive integral indices. Pascal's triangle,
General and middle term in binomial expansion, simple applications.
6. Sequence and Series
Sequence and Series. Arithmetic
Progression (A.P.). Arithmetic Mean (A.M.) Geometric Progression (G.P.),
general term of a G.P., sum of n terms of a G.P., Arithmetic and
Geometric series infinite G.P. and its sum, geometric mean (G.M.),
relation between A.M. and G.M. Formula for the following special sum:
Unit-III: Coordinate Geometry
1. Straight Lines
Brief recall of two dimensional geometry
from earlier classes. Shifting of origin. Slope of a line and angle
between two lines. Various forms of equations of a line: parallel to
axis, point-slope form, slope-intercept form, two-point form, intercept
form and normal form. General equation of a line. Equation of family of
lines passing through the point of intersection of two lines. Distance
of a point from a line.
2. Conic Sections
Sections of a cone: circles, ellipse,
parabola, hyperbola; a point, a straight line and a pair of intersecting
lines as a degenerated case of a conic section. Standard equations and
simple properties of parabola, ellipse and hyperbola. Standard equation
of a circle.
3. Introduction to Three–dimensional Geometry
Coordinate axes and coordinate planes in
three dimensions. Coordinates of a point. Distance between two points
and section formula.
Unit-IV: Calculus
1. Limits and Derivatives
Derivative introduced as rate of change both as that of distance function and geometrically.
Intutive idea of limit. Limits of
polynomials and rational functions, trignometric, exponential and
logarithmic functions. Definition of derivative, relate it to slope of
tangent of a curve, derivative of sum, difference, product and quotient
of functions. The derivative of polynomial and trignometric functions.
Unit-V: Mathematical Reasoning
1. Mathematical Reasoning
Mathematically acceptable statements.
Connecting words/ phrases - consolidating the understanding of "if and
only if (necessary and sufficient) condition", "implies", "and/or",
"implied by", "and", "or", "there exists" and their use through variety
of examples related to real life and Mathematics. Validating the
statements involving the connecting words difference between
contradiction, converse and contrapositive.
Unit-VI: Statistics and Probability
1. Statistics
Measures of dispersion; Range, mean
deviation, variance and standard deviation of ungrouped/grouped data.
Analysis of frequency distributions with equal means but different
variances.
2. Probability
Random experiments; outcomes, sample
spaces (set representation). Events; occurrence of events, 'not', 'and'
and 'or' events, exhaustive events, mutually exclusive events, Axiomatic
(set theoretic) probability, connections with the theories of earlier
classes. Probability of an event, probability of 'not', 'and' and 'or'
events.
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - Legal Studies Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| S.No. | Units | Marks |
| 1 | Theory and Nature of Political Institutions | 20 |
| 2 | Nature and Sources of Law | 20 |
| 3 | Historical Evolution of Indian Legal System | 20 |
| 4 | Civil and Criminal Courts and Process | 20 |
| 5 | Family Justice System | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Unit 1: Theory and Nature of Political Institutions
- Concept of State/Nation
- Organs of Government - Legislative, Executive and Judiciary
- Separation of Powers – Parliamentary Sovereignty and Judicial
- Independence
- Constitutional Framework of India
Unit 2: Nature and Sources of Law
- Legislation – process, delegated and subordinate legislation
- Case Law – Stare decisis, precedents within the hierarchy of courts
- Authoritative Sources
- Custom
- Law Reform
Unit 3: Historical Evolution of Indian Legal System
- Ancient Indian Law
- English law in India
- Administration of Justice in British India
- Charter of 1861 and subsequent Charters
- Establishment of High Courts and the Federal Court
- Drafting of the Indian Constitution
- Ancient Indian Law in Modern Legal Framework
Unit 4: Civil and Criminal Courts and Process
- The Civil Court Structure
- The Criminal Court Structure
- The Civil Process
- The Criminal Process – investigation and prosecution
Unit 5: Family Justice System
- Institutional Framework
- Marriage and Divorce
- Children
- Domestic Violence
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - Home Science Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| Unit | Chapter | Marks |
| I. | Concept of Home Science and its Scope | 25 |
| II. | Human Development: Life Span Approach (Part I) | |
| III. | Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness | 30 |
| IV. | Family, Community and Resources | |
| V. | Fabric and Apparel | 15 |
| VI. | Community Development and Extension (Part I) | |
| Total Theory Marks | 70 | |
| Practical | 30 |
Unit I: Concept of Home Science and its Scope
- (i) Evolution of the discipline of Home Science
- (ii) Five major areas
- (iii) Relevance in improving the quality of life
Unit II: Human development: life span approach (Part I)
(i) Introduction to different stages: infancy, early childhood, childhood, adolescence, adulthood and old age
- (a) Infancy (birth to 2 years) :Physical - height, weight and body proportions; motor development during 0-3 months, 3-6 months, 6-9 months, 9-12 months and 1-2 years (milestones only); social and emotional development; expression of emotions, socialization; cognitive and language development.
- (b) Early childhood (3- 6 years):characteristics
- (c) Childhood (7 - 11 years): behavioural problems of children and suggestive measures
(ii) Protection from preventable diseases:
- (a) Immunization - concept and types (natural and acquired), breast feeding (one of the ways to develop natural immunity); immunization chart;
- (b) Symptoms, prevention, after care and incubation period of childhood diseases: tuberculosis, diphtheria, pertussis (whooping cough), tetanus, polio, measles, cholera, diarrhoea and chicken pox.
(iii) Substitute care at home and outside:
- (a) by Grandparents, creche/day care centres
- (b) Integrated Child Development Scheme (ICDS) - objectives and functions.
(iv) Special needs and care of
disadvantaged and differently abled children: socially disadvantaged,
visually impaired (partial and complete), hearing impaired,
orthopedically impaired (affected/missing limb)
(v) Managing Emergencies
First aid to cuts, burns, fractures, bites (snake, dog and insects), poisoning, fainting, asthma, heart attack, drowing.
First aid to cuts, burns, fractures, bites (snake, dog and insects), poisoning, fainting, asthma, heart attack, drowing.
Unit III: Food, Nutrition, Health and Fitness
(i) Definition of food, nutrition, health (WHO) and fitness
(ii) Functions of food:
- Physiological (body building, energy giving, protective, regulatory)
- Psychological
- Social
(iii) Selection of food for optimum nutrition and good health:
- (a) Nutrients: sources, functions and deficiency and its prevention; Proteins, Carbohydrates, Fats, Vitamins- Fat soluble (A, D, E, K) and water soluble (B1, B2, Niacin, Folic acid, B12 and Vitamin C), Minerals (Calcium, Iron, Zinc and Iodine).
(iv) Maximising nutritive value of food by proper selection, preparation and storage:
- (a) Selection of foods: Fruits, vegetables, egg, fish, poultry, meat, milk and milk products, spices, cereals and pulses and convenience food. Storage of foods:Perishable, semi perishable, non perishable and convenience food.
- (b) Food Processing:
- Reasons of food spoilage of food
- Food processing methods - Dehydration, Freezing, Use of preservatives: Natural and chemical.
- (c) Preparation of food:
- Principles
- Methods: boiling, steaming, pressure cooking, deep and shallow frying, baking, sautéing, roasting, grilling, solar cooking and microwave cooking.
- Loss of nutrients and steps to minimise nutrient loss during preparation.
- Methods of enhancing nutrient availability germination, fermentation, fortification and food combination.
Unit IV: Family and Community Resources
(i) Concept of Family and Community resources
(ii) Types, Management and Conservation of:
- (a) Human / Personal Resources: knowledge, skills, time, energy, aptitude.
- (b) Non-human / material resources:money, goods, property.
- (c) Community facilities / shared resources:Schools, parks, hospitals, roads, transport, water, electricity, library, fuel and fodder.
(iii) Management:
- (a) Meaning and need for management.
- (b) Steps in management: planning, organizing, controlling, implementing and evaluation.
- (c) Decision making and its role in management.
(iv) Time, energy and space management:
- (a) Need and procedure for managing time and energy.
- (b) Work simplifications: Techniques for time and energy management.
- (c) Need and ways of space management.
- (d) Elements of art and principles of design.
- (e) Use of colours, light and accessories in space management; Prang colour wheel, dimensions of colours, classes and colour schemes.
Unit V: Fabric and Apparel
(i) Introduction to Fibre Science:
- (a) Classifications of fibre
- Natural: cotton, silk and wool
- Manufactured: rayon, nylon and polyester
- Blends: terry cot, terry silk, terry wool
- (b) Characteristics of fibre
- (c) Suitability for use
(ii) Fabric Construction:
- (a) Yarn making: Basic procedure of making yarn.
- Simple : Two Ply, Four Ply, Multiple and Cord
- Novelty: Slub, Knot, Flock, Spiral
- Blended yarns
- (b) Weaving:
- Basic mechanism
- Concept of Looms
- Types of weaves: plain (basket and rib), twill, sateen and satin weave. A brief mention of special weaves: pile and jacquard weaves.
- Effect of weaves on appearance, durability and maintenance of garment.
- (c) Other methods of fabric constructions: knitting, non-woven fabrics: felting and bonding
(iii) Fabric Finishes:
- (a) Meaning and importance.
- (b) Classification of finishes
- Basic finishes: (cleaning scouring), singeing, bleaching, stiffening, calendaring and tentering
- Functional Finishes: Water proofing, sanforization, mercerization, moth proofing
(iv) Dyeing and Printing
- (a) Importance of dyeing and printing
- (b) Types and sources of Dyes-natural, synthetic
- (c) Methods of Dyeing and Printing: Plain Dyeing, tie and dye, Batik printing, Block printing.
Unit VI: Community Development and Extension (Part I)
(i) Respect for girl child(ii) Media: Concept, Classification, Function
(iii) Communication:
- Concept
- Importance
- Method
- Types
- Elements
- Effective communicative skills
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - History Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| S.No. | Units | Marks |
| 1. | Introduction to World History | |
| Section A: Early Societies | 15 | |
| 2. | Introduction | |
| 3. | From the beginning of time | |
| 4. | Early Cities | |
| Section B: Empires | 20 | |
| 5. | Introduction | |
| 6. | An empire across three continents | |
| 7. | Central Islamic lands | |
| 8. | Nomadic Empires | |
| Section C: Changing Traditions | 20 | |
| 9. | Introduction | |
| 10. | Three orders | |
| 11. | Changing cultural traditions | |
| 12. | Confrontation of cultures | |
| Section D: Paths to Modernization | 20 | |
| 13. | Introduction | |
| 14. | The Industrial Revolution | |
| 15. | Displacing indigenous People | |
| 16. | Paths to modernization | |
| Map work (units 1-16) | 5 | |
| Project Work | 20 | |
| 100 | ||
1. Introduction to World History
Section A: Early Societies
2. Introduction
3. From the Beginning of Time
Focus: Africa, Europe till 15000 BC
- (a) Views on the origin of human beings.
- (b) Early societies.
- (c) Historians' views on present-day hunting-gathering societies.
4. Early Cities
Focus: Iraq, 3rd millennium BC
- (a) Growth of towns.
- (b) Nature of early urban societies.
- (c) Historians' Debate on uses of writing.
Section B: Empires
5. Introduction
6. An Empire across Three Continents
Focus: Roman Empire, 27 B.C to A.D 600.
- (a) Political evolution
- (b) Economic expansion
- (c) Religion
- (d) Late Antiquity.
- (e) Historians' views on the institution of Slavery.
7. Central Islamic Lands
Focus: 7th to 12th centuries
- (a) Polity
- (b) Economy
- (c) Culture.
- (d) Historians' viewpoints on the nature of the crusades.
8. Nomadic Empires
Focus: the Mongol, 13th to 14th century
- (a) The nature of nomadism.
- (b) Formation of empires.
- (c) Conquests and relations with other states.
- (d) Historians' views on nomadic societies and state formation.
Section C: Changing Traditions
9. Introduction
10. Three Orders
Focus: Western Europe, 13th-16th century
- (a) Feudal society and economy.
- (b) Formation of states.
- (c) Church and Society.
- (d) Historians' views on decline of feudalism.
11. Changing Cultural Traditions
Focus on Europe, 14th to 17th century.
- (a) New ideas, and new trends in literature and arts.
- (b) Relationship with earlier ideas
- (c) The contribution of West Asia.
- (d) Historians' viewpoints on the validity of the notion 'European Renaissance'.
12. Confrontation of Cultures
Focus on America, 15th to 18th century.
- (a) European voyages of exploration.
- (b) Search for gold; enslavement, raids, extermination.
- (c) Indigenous people and cultures - the Arawaks, the Aztecs, the Incas.
- (d) The history of displacements.
- (e) Historians' viewpoints on the slave trade.
Section D: Paths to Modernization
13. Introduction
14. The Industrial Revolution
Focus on England, 18th and 19th century.
- (a) Innovations and technological change
- (b) Patterns of growth.
- (c) Emergence of a working class.
- (d) Historians' viewpoints, Debate on 'Was there an Industrial Revolution?'
15. Displacing Indigenous People
Focus on North America and Australia, 18th-20th century.
- (a) European colonists in North America and Australia.
- (b) Formation of white settler societies.
- (c) Displacement and repression of local people.
- (d) Historians' viewpoints on the impact of European settlement on indigenous population.
16. Paths to Modernization
Focus on East Asia, late 19th and 20th century.
- (a) Militarization and economic growth in Japan.
- (b) China and the Communist alternative.
- (c) Historians' Debate on the meaning of modernization
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - Geography Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| Part/Unit | Topic or Chapter | Marks |
| Part A | Fundamentals of Physical Geography | 25 |
| Unit-1 | Geography as a discipline | |
| Unit-2 | The Earth | |
| Unit-3 | Landforms | |
| Unit-4 | Climate | |
| Unit-5 | Water (Oceans) - OTBA | |
| Unit-6 | Life on the Earth | |
| Map abd Diagram | 5 | |
| Part B | India - Physical Environment | 25 |
| Unit-7 | Introduction | |
| Unit-8 | Physiography | |
| Unit-9 | Climate, vegetation and soil | |
| Unit-10 | Natural hazards and Disasters | |
| Map and Diagram | 5 | |
| Part C | Practical Work | 30 |
| Unit-1 | Fundamentals of Maps | 10 |
| Unit-2 | Topographic and Weather Maps | 15 |
| Practical Record Book and Viva | 5 |
Part A: Fundamentals of Physical Geography
Unit-1: Geography as a Discipline
- Geography as an integrating discipline, as a science of spatial attributes.
- Branches of Geography; PhysicalGeography and Human Geography.
- Scope and Career Options
Unit-2: The Earth
- Origin and evolution of the earth; Interior of the earth.
- Wegener's continental drift theory and plate tectonics.
- Earthquakes and volcanoes: causes, types and effects.
Unit-3: Landforms
- Rocks: major types of rocks and their characteristics.
- Landforms and their evolution.
- Geomorphic processes: weathering, mass wasting, erosion and deposition; soil-formation.
Unit 4: Climate
- Atmosphere- composition and structure;elements of weather and climate.
- Insolation-angle of incidence and distribution; heat budget of the earth-heating and cooling of atmosphere (conduction, convection, terrestrial radiation and advection); temperature- factors controlling temperature; distribution of temperature-horizontal and vertical; inversion of temperature.
- Pressure-pressure belts; winds-planetary, seasonal and local; air masses and fronts; tropical and extratropical cyclones.
- Precipitation-evaporation; condensation-dew, frost,fog, mist and cloud; rainfall-types and world distribution.
- World climates-classification (Koeppen and Thornthwaite), Global warming and climatic changes.
- Climate and Global Concerns.
Unit 5: Hydrosphere
- Basics of Oceanography
- Oceans - distribution of temperature and salinity.
- Movements of ocean water-waves, tides and currents; submarine reliefs.
- Ocean resources and pollution.
Unit 6: Biosphere
- Biosphere - importance of plants and other organisms; biodiversity and conservation; ecosystem and ecological balance.
Map work on identification of features based on 1 to 6 units on the outline/Physical/Political map of the world.
Part - B: India - Physical Environment
Unit-7: Introduction
- Location, space relations, India's place in the world.
Unit-8: Physiography
- Structure and Relief; Physiographic Divisions.
- Drainage systems: Concept of river basins, Watershed; the Himalayan and the Peninsular rivers.
Unit-9: Climate, Vegetation and Soil
- Weather and climate - spatial and temporal distribution of temperature, pressure winds and rainfall, Indian monsoon: mechanism, onset and withdrawal, variability of rainfalls: spatial and temporal; use of weather charts; Climatic types (Koeppen).
- Natural vegetation-forest types and distribution; wild life; conservation; biosphere reserves.
- Soils - major types (ICAR's classification) and their distribution, soil degradation and conservation.
Unit-10: Hazards and Disasters: Causes, Consequences and Management
- Floods, Cloudbursts
- Droughts: types and impact
- Earthquakes and Tsunami
- Cyclones: features and impact
- Landslides
Map Work of features based on above units for locating and labelling on the Outline/Political/Physical map of India.
Part - C: Practical Work
Unit-1: Fundamentals of Maps
- Geo spatial data, Concept of Geographicaldata matrix; Point, line, area data.
- Maps - types; scales-types; construction of simple linear scale, measuring distance; finding direction and use of symbols.
- Map projection - Latitude, longitude and time, typology, construction and properties of projection: Conical with one standard parallel and Mercator's projection. (only two projections)
Unit 2: Topographic and Weather Maps
- Study of topographic maps (1:50,000 or 1:25,000 Survey of India maps); contour cross section and identification of landforms-slopes, hills, valleys, waterfall, cliffs; distribution of settlements.
- Aerial Photographs: Types and Geometry-vertical aerial photographs; difference between maps and aerial photographs; photo scale determination. Identification of physical and cultural features.
- Satellite imageries, stages in remote sensing data-acquisition, platform and sensors and data products, (photographic and digital).
- Use of weather instruments: thermometer, wet and dry-bulb thermometer, barometer, wind vane, rain gauge.
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - Entrepreneurship Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| S.No. | Unit | Marks |
| 1 | Entrepreneurship, What, Why and How | 15 |
| 2 | An Entrepreneur | |
| 3 | Entreprenerial Journey | 20 |
| 4 | Entrepreneurship as Innovation and Problem Solving | |
| 5 | Understanding the Market | 15 |
| 6 | Business Arithmetic | 20 |
| 7 | Resource Mobilization | |
| Project Work | 30 | |
| Total | 100 |
Unit 1: Entrepreneurship: What, Why and How
- Entrepreneurship- Concept, Functions, Need and Importance.
- Myths about Entrepreneurship
- Pros and Cons of Entrepreneurship
- Process of Entrepreneurship.
Unit 2: An Entrepreneur
- Types of Entrepreneurs
- Competencies and Characteristics; Ethical Entrepreneurship.
- Entrepreneurial Value: Values, Attitudes and Motivation.
- Mindset of an Employee and an Entrepreneur- Difference
- Intrapreneur: Importance in Any Organization.
Unit 3: Entrepreneurship Journey
- Self Assessment of Qualities, Skills, Resources and Dreams.
- Generation of Ideas.
- Feasibility Study
- Opportunity Assessment
- Business Plan Preparation
- Execution of Business Plan
- Role of Society and Family in the growth of an entrepreneur.
- Challenges faced by women in Entrepreneurship.
Unit 4: Entrepreneurship as Innovation and Problem Solving
- Entrepreneurs- as problem solvers.
- Innovations and Entrepreneurial Ventures.
- Social Entrepreneurship-Concept and Importance
- Risk taking-Concept; types of business risks.
- The role of technology/ social media in creating new forms of firms, organizations, networks and cooperative clusters.
- Barriers to Entrepreneurship.
- Support structure for promoting entrepreneurship (various goverment schemes).
Unit 5: Understanding the Market
- Market- Traditional and E-commerce- Concept and Role
- Types of Business: Manufacturing, Trading and Services.
- Market Forces: Sellers, consumers and competitors.
- Expanding Markets: Local to global, Strategies needed.
- Marketing Mix: Concept and Elements.
- Pricing and Factors affecting pricing.
- Market Survey: Concept, Importance and Process.
Unit 6: Business Arithmetic
- Simplified Cash Register and Record Keeping
- Unit of Sale, Unit Price and Unit Cost - for single product or service
- Types of Costs - Start up, Variable and Fixed
- Income Statement
- Cashflow Projections
- Break Even Analysis - for single product or service
- Taxes
Unit 7: Resource Mobilization
- Types of Resources - Human, Capital and other Resources
- Selection and utilization of human resources and professionals like Accountants, Lawyers, Auditors, Board Members, etc.
- Role and Importance of a Mentor
- Estimating Financial Resources required.
- Methods of meeting the financial requirements.
- Size and capital based classification of business enterprises.
- Various sources of Information
CBSE Class XI 11th Syllabus - English Elective Class 11 Syllabus
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Course Structure
| S.No. | Topic | Marks |
| 1 | Reading Skills | 20 |
| 2 | Writing Skills and Grammar | 30 |
| 3 | Literary & Long Reading Texts | 30 |
| 4 | Speaking and Listening Skills | 20 |
| Total | 100 |
Section A: Advanced Reading Skills
MCQs, very short answer and short answer
questions: to test comprehension, analysis, inference, evaluation and
literary appreciation
1. 450-500 words in length for note-making and summarising
2. 400-450 words in length (comprehension and vocabulary)
The passages or poems could be of any of the following types:
- a) Factual passages, e.g., instructions, descriptions, reports.
- b) Discursive passages involving opinion, e.g., argumentative, reflective persuasive, etc.
- c) Literary texts, e.g., poems, extracts from fiction, biography, autobiography, travelogue, etc.
Note: In the case of a poem, the text may be shorter than 200 words or 20-24 lines.
Section B: Writing Skills and Grammar
This section will include writing tasks as indicated below:
3. Short Answer Questions: Messages, notices, e-mails (formal) and description of people.
Note: Though e-mail is included as one
of the writing tasks, it is suggested that it may be tested as a part of
internal or formative assessment.
4. Long Answer Question: Based on a verbal or visual input:
- a) Official letter for making inquiries, suggesting changes, registering complaints, asking for and giving information, placing orders and replies.
- b) Letters to the editor on various social, national and international issues.
5. Very Long Answer Question: Sustained writing tasks such as writing a speech, an article for a magazine or report based on a verbal or a visual input.
Grammar
A variety of questions through MCQs and Very Short Answer type questions may
be asked to test grammar items in context (not as isolated sentences).
Though only modals, determiners, voice and tense forms are being dealt
with in Class XI, other grammar items such as prepositions, verb forms,
connectors which have been learnt earlier would also be included.
- Drafting questions/questionnaires based on verbal/visual input
- Composing a dialogue based on the given input
- Recognizing consonant and vowel values in pronunciation/ sentence and word stress
- Correction of errors in sentences
Section C: Literature Textbooks and Long Reading Texts
Questions are asked to test local and
global comprehension involving interpretative, inferential, evaluative
and extrapolatory skills.
- Very Short Answer Questions: Any two out of three extracts based on different poems to test theme, setting and literary devices.
- Short Answer Questions: Based on different prose prose / drama / poetry / peices to test Local and Global comprehension of ideas and language.
- Long Answer Question: Based on prose or play to test comprehension of characters, actions and plot appreciation of literary conventions and reasoning.
Note: Short answer questions or long
answer questions based on values can be given in the writing section or
in the literature section.
- Long Answer Questions: To test understanding, appreciation, analysis, inference in the plot of the long reading text and writing a character sketch.
Assessment of Speaking and Listening Skills (ASL)
It is recommended that speaking and listening skills should be regularly taught in the class.
Prescribed Books
- Language Skills Book
- Literature Reader
- The Canterville Ghost by Oscar Wilde
- Up from Slavery by Booker T. Washington
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