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Assam HS English Syllabus
English is a crucial subject in the Higher Secondary (HS) Final Year curriculum, aimed at enhancing and developing student's proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension. The syllabus equips students with language skills needed for higher education and professional communication in the work place.
This course focuses on literature,grammar,
advanced writing skills,and comprehension,
ensuring a well-rounded linguistic foundation for students.
Exam Structure & Marks
The HS English (Core) paper is 100 marks with a 3-hour duration. The syllabus is divided into four sections:
| Section | Topic | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A | Reading Skills (Unseen Passage) | 10 |
| Section B | Advanced Writing Skills | 25 |
| Section C | Grammar | 20 |
| Section D | Literature (Flamingo & Vistas) | 45 |
A: Reading Skills (10 Marks)
This section tests comprehension and vocabulary through an unseen prose passage (500-800 words). The passage could be:
| Factual: Reports, instructions, descriptions. |
| Discursive: Argumentative, persuasive, interpretative. |
| Literary: Fiction, drama, poetry, essays, biography. |
Marks Distribution:
| Comprehension questions | 7 Marks |
| Vocabulary questions | 3 Marks |
B: Advanced Writing Skills (25 Marks)
This section assesses students' ability to write effectively for various purposes.
1. Short Composition (5 Marks)
| Advertisements, Notices, Posters – Understanding and creating effective public messages. |
| Formal & Informal Invitations – Writing structured invitations for various occasions. |
| Replies to Invitations – Responding appropriately to formal and informal invitations. |
2. Report Writing/Factual Description (10
Marks) (Choose one out of two)
| Based on Given Verbal Input – Writing tasks derived from provided prompts. |
| Word Limit: 100-125 words – Maintaining concise and effective writing. |
3. Letter Writing (10 Marks) (Choose one out of two)
| Business/Official Letters – Enquiries, complaints, placing orders, and sending replies. |
| Letters to the Editor – Expressing opinions on social issues. |
| Job Applications – Writing professional applications for employment. |
C: Grammar (20 Marks)
This section evaluates students' grammatical accuracy and sentence structure.| Narration (Direct & Indirect Speech) | 4 Marks |
| Voice (Active & Passive) | 3 Marks |
| Tenses | 5 Marks |
| Prepositions | 4 Marks |
| Transformation of Sentences | 4 Marks |
Students will be tested on sentence conversion, correct usage, and contextual grammar application.
D: Literature (45 Marks)
This section includes prose, poetry, and supplementary readings from two prescribed books:
(i) Flamingo – 30 Marks
(a) Prose Selections:
1. The Last Lesson – Alphonse Daudet
2. Memoirs of Chota Sahib – John Rowntree
3. Lost Spring – Anees Jung
4. Indigo – Louis Fischer
5. Going Places – A.R. Barton
(b) Poetry Selections:
1. My Mother at Sixty-Six – Kamala Das
2. Keeping Quiet – Pablo Neruda
3. A Thing of Beauty – John Keats
4. A Roadside Stand – Robert Frost
Exam Pattern for Flamingo
| Poetry-based comprehension (1 extract) | 4 Marks |
| Three short-answer questions (Poetry Section) | 6 Marks |
| Five very short-answer questions (Prose Section) | 5 Marks |
| Five short-answer questions (Prose Section) | 10 Marks |
| One long-answer question (80-100 words) | 5 Marks |
(ii) Vistas – 15 Marks
(a) As per syllabus:
1. The Tiger King – Kalki
2. The Enemy – Pearl S. Buck
3. On the Face of It – Susan Hill
4. Memories of Childhood – Zitkala Sa & Bama
5. Magh Bihu or Maghar Domahi – Dr. Praphulladatta Goswami
Exam Pattern for Vistas
| One long-answer question (125-150 words) | 7 Marks |
| Four short-answer questions | 8 Marks |
Teaching & Learning Approach
The English Core syllabus encourages a learner-centric approach that promotes critical thinking, self-learning, and creativity. Some key teaching methods include:
Silent Reading: Encourages independent comprehension
Group Discussions: Improves communication skills
Role Plays & Dramatization: Enhances creativity & expression
Writing Exercises: Strengthens grammar & composition skills
Use of Reference Materials: Dictionaries, thesauruses, and research materials for deeper understanding
Students are encouraged to actively engage with the texts, interpret themes independently, and develop strong analytical and reasoning skills.
Prescribed Books
The syllabus is based on two textbooks developed by NCERT & AHSEC:
1. Flamingo – English Reader (AHSEC, NCERT)
2. Vistas – Supplementary Reader (AHSEC, NCERT)
These books offer a rich collection of prose, poetry, and essays that help students explore literary themes, language nuances, and cultural contexts.
Disclaimer
This content is prepared based on official notifications from the Assam Higher Secondary Education Council (AHSEC) to provide students with helpful information. While we strive to ensure accuracy and keep the details up-to-date, we strongly recommend visiting the official AHSEC website (https://ahsec.nic.in/) for the latest syllabus updates, notifications, and guidelines.
Our website is an independent platform created to assist students and does not hold any official authority over AHSEC’s publications. Any changes or discrepancies should be verified directly from the official source.
This website aims to serve as an educational resource and should not be considered a replacement for AHSEC’s official announcements.