English — Textbook & Study Material

Download the official textbook for English and see the full chapter list so you know exactly what to cover.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Main Idea and Supporting Details
Chapter 2: Vocabulary in Context
Chapter 3: Inference and Interpretation
Chapter 4: Parts of Speech
Chapter 5: Tenses and Verb Forms
Chapter 6: Articles, Determiners, and Pronouns
Chapter 7: Sentence Structure and Punctuation
Chapter 8: Paragraph Writing
Chapter 9: Formal and Functional Writing
Chapter 10: Descriptive Writing
Chapter 11: Narrative and Creative Writing
Chapter 12: Prose Comprehension and Appreciation
Chapter 13: Poetry Comprehension and Appreciation
Chapter 14: Character, Setting, and Theme
Chapter 15: Literary Devices and Tone
Chapter 16: Listening and Note-Making
Chapter 17: Speaking and Presentation
Chapter 18: Conversation and Role Play

Frequently asked questions

Is the English textbook enough to score well, or do I need extra notes?

The official textbook is the core — most exam questions are set directly from it, so read it thoroughly first. Add concise notes and solved past papers for revision and exam practice rather than switching to unofficial books.

How should I study the English textbook chapter by chapter?

Cover the high-weightage chapters first (use the exam pattern as a guide), make a one-page summary per chapter, and immediately solve a few past-paper questions on it. Active recall beats passive re-reading.

How can I prepare for English faster?

Begin with the most-frequently-asked topics and the last few years of question papers, then test yourself under timed conditions. If you want guided help, you can use the free AI study tutor for English — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused English study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.