Preparing for the ICSE Class 10 English exam requires more than just skimming through chapters, especially for a language subject. Students need to thoroughly understand the syllabus to plan their studies effectively. Below is the detailed ICSE Class 10 English Syllabus 2024-25 exams, including the paper pattern and guidelines. A link to download the complete syllabus PDF is also provided.
ICSE Class 10 English Syllabus PDF (2024–25)
The Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations (CISCE) has released the updated English syllabus for the 2024-25 academic year. This guide includes both the syllabus and the exam pattern for Class 10 English. Understanding the structure of the papers is crucial for effective preparation.
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ICSE Class 10 English Exam Pattern 2024-25
The ICSE English exam includes two papers:
| Paper | Subject Name | Marks | Time Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paper 1 | English Language | 80 | 2 Hours |
| Internal Assessment | 20 | ||
| Paper 2 | Literature in English | 80 | 2 Hours |
| Internal Assessment | 20 |
ICSE Class 10 Syllabus for English Language (Paper 1)
The English Language paper includes five compulsory questions designed to test various language skills:
Question 1: Composition Writing
- Write a composition of 300–350 words based on a choice of topics.
- Skills tested include organizing, describing, narrating, reporting, explaining, persuading, and comparing ideas.
- The topic may include suggestions for content, but students are free to approach it creatively.
- Evaluation focuses on subject matter, grammar, punctuation, syntax, and spelling.
Question 2: Letter Writing
- Write a letter (formal or informal) from a choice of topics.
- The letter should include proper layout, address, introduction, and conclusion.
- Marks will be awarded for correct format and vocabulary suited to the context.
Question 3: Notice and Email Writing
- Create a notice based on given directions.
- Write an email on the same content as the notice.
Question 4: Comprehension Passage
- An unseen prose passage of about 450 words will be provided.
- Questions will test vocabulary and comprehension, including understanding explicit details, inferring meaning, and summarizing the passage.
- A summary question will require identifying and rewriting key points.
Question 5: Functional Grammar
- Short-answer questions on grammar, focusing on correct use of prepositions, verbs, and sentence transformation.
ICSE Class 10 Syllabus for Literature in English (Paper 2)
The Literature paper includes questions on Drama, Prose (Short Stories), and Poetry based on the prescribed texts.
Drama and Prose:
- Questions will focus on central themes, characters, and passages from the texts.
- Students should provide interpretations in their own words, relevant to the text.
Poetry:
- Questions will assess understanding, content, and personal responses to the poems.
- Passages from poems may also be provided for analysis.
Prescribed Syllabus for Literature in English (Paper 2)
Drama
- The Merchant of Venice (Acts 3, 4, & 5) – Unabridged play by A.W. Verity.
Poetry (from Treasure Trove)
- Daffodils – William Wordsworth
- I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings – Maya Angelou
- The Patriot – Robert Browning
- Abu Ben Adhem – Leigh Hunt
- Nine Gold Medals – David Roth
Prose (Short Stories) (from Treasure Trove)
- An Angel in Disguise – T.S. Arthur
- The Little Match Girl – Hans Christian Andersen
- The Blue Bead – Norah Burke
- My Greatest Olympic Prize – Jesse Owens
- All Summer in a Day – Ray Douglas Bradbury
Internal Assessments
Paper 1: English Language
Schools will evaluate students on Listening and Speaking Skills through two assessments during the year.
- Listening Skills (10 Marks):
- A passage of about 300 words will be read aloud twice.
- Students will answer objective questions based on the passage.
- Speaking Skills (10 Marks):
- Students will give a 2-minute oral presentation followed by a discussion.
- Topics may include narrating experiences, expressing opinions, giving directions, or describing events.
Paper 2: Literature in English
- Schools will assess students based on written assignments (total length not exceeding 1500 words).
- The assignments will be evaluated by both internal (10 Marks) and external examiners (10 Marks).