CBSE Class 10th
English (Language and Literature)
Term 2 Syllabus 2021-22
Reading
Questions based on the following kinds of unseen passages to assess inference, evaluation, vocabulary, analysis and interpretation:
1. Discursive passage (400-450 words)
2. Case based Factual passage (with visual input/ statistical data/ chart etc. 300-350 words)
Writing
1. Formal letter based on a given situation ·
· Letter of Order
· Letter of Enquiry
2. Analytical Paragraph (based on outline/chart/cue/map/report etc.)
Grammar
1. Tenses
2. Modals
3. Subject Verb Concord
4. Determiner
5. Reported Speech
6. Commands and Requests
7. Statements
8. Questions
Literature
Questions based on extracts / texts to assess interpretation, inference, extrapolation beyond the text and across the texts.
FIRST FLIGHT
PROSE
1. Glimpses of India
2. Madam Rides the Bus
3. The Sermon at Benares
4. The Proposal (Play)
POEMS
1. Amanda
2. Animals
3. The Tale of Custard the Dragon
FOOTPRINTS WITHOUT FEET
1. The Making of a Scientist
2. The Necklace
3. The Hack Driver
4. Bholi