About the Book

The CISCE has introduced a new compulsory English Literature course, MODERN ENGLISH (891), for Classes XI and XII. Previously, the compulsory English course was ENGLISH (801). Now, students can choose between the two options—English (801) and Modern English (891)—according to their preferences.

This newly introduced MODERN ENGLISH (891) course aims to foster enjoyment and appreciation of literature through a critical study of selected literary works that connect deeply with Indian roots. Compared to the existing ENGLISH (801) syllabus, MODERN ENGLISH (891) is designed to be easier and more accessible, helping students perform better and achieve higher scores in exams.

The Literature Part of the MODERN ENGLISH (891) course comprises the following three components:

1. DRAMA: Pygmalion by George Bernard Shaw

2. PROSE: Perspectives – A Collection of ISC Short Stories

3. POETRY: Reflections – A Collection of ISC Poems

Special Features of DRAMA: Pygmalion – George Bernard Shaw (Acts III, IV, and V)

• Summary: Presents a brief overview of the play, covering essential plot points, characters, and key incidents to facilitate quick understanding.

• Central Idea: Explains the main message or fundamental concept that the playwright seeks to convey through the drama.

• Critical Analysis: Provides an insightful critique of thematic depth, dramatic structure, and the playwright’s intentions, enriching reader comprehension.

• Literary Devices: Identifies and explains dramatic techniques such as irony, symbolism, dialogue, etc., enhancing the appreciation of theatrical craftsmanship.

• Analysis of Characters: Offers detailed insights into main characters, examining their personality traits, motivations, developments, and relationships within the play.

• Word Meanings: Presents clear definitions of difficult or important words from the text to support better comprehension and vocabulary enhancement.

• Meanings of Phrases: Clarifies significant expressions or idiomatic phrases, elaborating on their deeper implications within the dramatic context.

• Paraphrasing: Restates the original text in different words, preserving its original meaning while simplifying complex language or ideas to improve understanding.

• Exercises: Includes a comprehensive set of evaluation questions such as Multiple Choice Questions, Very Short Answer Type Questions, Short Answer Type Questions, and Long Answer Type Questions, designed to assess analytical skills and textual understanding.

• AI Buddy: Comprises a QR code per chapter to ask questions, generate topic-wise notes, and take quizzes, turning the textbook into an interactive learning hub.

Constructive feedback and recommendations from readers are welcome to enhance the quality and effectiveness of this book.

— Publishers By - GBP Editorial

ICSE

Class 12

English

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