English in Class 9 ICSE is a compulsory core subject in Group I. English is assessed by two papers, both of equal weight - English Language (Paper 1) and English Literature (Paper 2). A good score in Class 9 is very important as you build the skills needed for the rigorous Class 10 Board Examination.
Both English Language and English Literature adhere to the standard 80:20 assessment scheme.
Both papers are mandatory and require detailed, descriptive answers.
The focus is on developing advanced communication skills, both written and structural.
Students study prescribed textbooks chosen by ISCE, which typically include a collection of short stories, poems, and a play.
The 20 marks for Internal Assessment (IA) for each paper are evaluated at the school level and focus on practical communication skills.
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