English Language & Literature — Textbook & Study Material

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

Official textbook download

English Language & Literature — official textbook — Free download from the official source.

What you will study (chapters)

Chapter 1: Reading Comprehension through Unseen Passage (Discursive) 400-450 words
Chapter 2: Reading Comprehension through Unseen Passage (Case-based) 200-250 words
Chapter 3: Grammar: Determiners; Tenses; Modals; Subject–Verb Concord; Reported Speech (Commands/Requests; Statements; Questions)
Chapter 4: Writing Skills: Descriptive Paragraph and Formal Letter (100-120 words each)
Chapter 5: Reference to Context: Prose (One extract from Drama/Prose)
Chapter 6: Reference to Context: Poetry (One extract from Poetry)

Frequently asked questions

Is the English Language & Literature textbook available for free?

Yes — the book linked above is a free download. We link to the source rather than re-hosting it, so you always get the current edition. Check the edition against the syllabus for your exam year.

Is the English Language & Literature 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 Language & Literature 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 Language & Literature 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 Language & Literature — practise past-paper questions and get instant feedback — or a focused English Language & Literature study guide that condenses the syllabus into the topics that matter most — both are free to start.