11th Class Syllabus for English in MP Board

Introduction to MP Board Class 11 English Syllabus

• A brief introduction to the importance of English in Class 11 for building communication skills and literary appreciation.
• Emphasize how understanding the syllabus helps in better exam preparation and overall performance. The recommended textbook for MP Board Class 11 is NCERT Textbooks do check out NCERT Solutions for Class 11 English prepared by the HT team. 

Section 1: Overview of the MP Board Class 11 English Syllabus 2025-2026

• General introduction to the MP Board and its academic structure.
• Overview of the English syllabus, including components like literature, language, and writing skills.

Section 2: Detailed Breakdown of the English Syllabus

• Section A: Reading Comprehension

  • Passages for Comprehension
    • Types of passages included (descriptive, argumentative, narrative).
    • Skills tested (understanding, analysis, inference).

• Section B: Writing Skills

  • Formal Letter Writing
    • Formats and types (application, complaint, inquiry).
  • Article Writing
    • Structure, style, and common topics.
  • Report Writing
    • Types of reports (event report, survey report).
  • Short Story Writing
    • Elements of storytelling, creative expression.

• Section C: Literature

  • Prose

    • Textbook: "Snapshots"
      • Chapter 1: "A Photograph" by Shirley Toulson
      • Chapter 2: "The Summer of the Beautiful White Horse" by William Saroyan
      • Chapter 3: "The Address" by Marga Minco
      • Chapter 4: "Ranga’s Marriage" by Masti Venkatesh Iyengar
      • Chapter 5: "Albert Einstein at School" by Patrick Pringle
      • Chapter 6: "Mother’s Day" by J.B. Priestley
      • Chapter 7: "The Ghat of the only World" by Raj Kamal Jha
      • Chapter 8: "The Bond of Love" by Kenneth Anderson

  • Poetry

    • Textbook: "Hornbill"
      • Poem 1: "A Photograph" by Shirley Toulson
      • Poem 2: "The Laburnum Top" by Ted Hughes
      • Poem 3: "The Voice of the Rain" by Walt Whitman
      • Poem 4: "The Ballad of Puran Bhagat" by Rudyard Kipling
      • Poem 5: "A Roadside Stand" by Robert Frost

  • Drama

    • Play: "The Browning Version" by Terence Rattigan
      • Summary and analysis of major scenes.
      • Character study and themes.

Section 3: Key Changes in the 2025-2026 Syllabus

• Discuss any updates or modifications in the syllabus for the academic year.
• Explain how these changes affect study strategies and exam preparation.

Section 4: Effective Study Strategies for English

• Tips for improving reading comprehension and writing skills.
• Importance of regular practice and understanding literary elements.
• Recommendations for analyzing texts and mastering the art of letter and article writing.

Section 5: Recommended Books and Study Resources

• List of textbooks, reference books, and additional reading materials.
• Mention online resources, including grammar guides, literature analysis, and writing practice platforms.

Section 6: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

• Common questions related to the English syllabus and exam preparation.
• Answers to queries about specific chapters, writing formats, and literature analysis.