Tips to attempt English (core) Class XII paper

Updated At : 11:00 AM Mar 10, 2025 IST

Time management is very important while writing English paper. Utilise your ‘reading time’ judiciously.
There are three sections of paper. During reading time only, select the questions you are going to attempt in Section B & C from the options provided. The comprehension passages must be read at least twice.
Begin writing your paper with the section you are comfortable at. Sometimes students spend a lot of time with Reading Section (A) only, which bring stress and anxiety. Attempt all answers of a common section altogether.
Adhere to the requisite formats in Section B (Writing Section). Use ‘coder’ for all writing tasks, ie collect ideas, organise them, draft, edit and revise.
Underline (with pencil) the relevant points. Do not use colloquial/WhatsApp language/unparliamentary words anywhere. Write neatly and avoid grammatical mistakes.
In literature, Section C, adhere to the word limit. Always add textual ‘value points’ in your answers. Keep your language simple.
There maybe two parts of a question. Hasty reading may result in unintended omission.
Keep last 10-15 minutes for revising your answers and highlighting value points of your answers.
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(The writer is PGT, English, GGMSSS, Sector 20-B, Chandigarh)