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ISC English Syllabus

There will be two papers: Paper 1. English Language;   Paper 2. Prescribed Textbooks   Each of these papers will be of three hours duration.

Paper 1: English Language (100 Marks)
Paper 2: Prescribed Textbooks (100 Marks)

Paper 1: English Language

  1. Question One: A composition on one of a number of subjects. ...30 Marks

  2. Question Two: Directed writing (an article, a book/film review, speech and report writing or personal profile) based on suggested points...20 Marks

  3. Question Three: Short-answer questions to test grammar, structure and usage. ...20 Marks

  4. Question Four: Comprehension. ...30 Marks

    Note: It is recommended that in Paper 1 about 50 minutes should be spent on Question one, 40 minutes on Question two, 30 minutes on Question three and one hour on Question four.

Paper 2: Prescribed Textbooks

  1. Candidates will be required to answer five questions as follows: One textual question (compulsory) on the Shakespeare play/alternative prescribed play together with four other questions on at least three texts, which may include the Shakespeare play/alternative play.

  2. Question 1 compulsory.... 20 Marks, four other questions, each carrying 20 Marks

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