Class XII English Textbook Rationalised 2023-24

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What was the main basis for developing the Class XII English textbook?

Sales data of previous textbooks

Recommendations in the National Curriculum Framework 2005 (correct)

Suggestions from teachers

Popularity of fiction genres

Which of the following is NOT a feature of the Class XII English textbook?

Tasks for language skill development

Exposure to various genres and themes

Introduction of mathematical concepts (correct)

Focus on writing from different parts of the world

What is the theme of Alphonse Daudet's story, 'The Last Lesson' included in the textbook?

Historical battles

Time travel adventures

Romantic relationships

Language imposition and loyalty (correct)

Which of the following best describes the theme of Selma Lagerlof's story, 'The Rattrap'?

Basic goodness in a human being despite material temptations Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme explored in A.C. Barton's story, 'Going Places'?

Adolescent hero-worship and fantasizing Signup and view all the answers

How many non-fiction pieces are included in the Class XII English textbook?

2 Signup and view all the answers

What is the focus of Louis Fischer's Indigo excerpt?

Gandhi helping peasants secure legal justice Signup and view all the answers

Which autobiographical piece deals with Asokamitran's years in Gemini Studios?

Asokamitran's humorous account Signup and view all the answers

The Introduction by Christopher Silvester aims to introduce pupils to which subject?

Media writing Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is covered in the recent newspaper interview with Umberto Eco by Mukund Padmanabhan?

Media writing and interviews Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the 'Think as you read' questions interspersed in each unit?

Check factual comprehension Signup and view all the answers

What does the 'About the unit' section highlight in each unit?

'Focus points' for tasks following each text Signup and view all the answers

Who is acknowledged for the book Lost Spring in the permissions section?

Penguin Books Pvt Ltd Signup and view all the answers

Which author is associated with the book Indigo in the permissions section?

Louis Fischer Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as one of the key reasons for ignoring other resources and sites of learning?

Treating the prescribed textbook as the only basis for examinations Signup and view all the answers

Who is acknowledged as the Copy Editor in the permissions section?

G.C. Chandrakar Signup and view all the answers

Why is flexibility in the daily time-table considered necessary?

To ensure the required number of teaching days are dedicated to teaching Signup and view all the answers

Which book is associated with the author A.R.Barton in the permissions section?

Going Places Signup and view all the answers

What do school principals and teachers need to do to encourage children to generate new knowledge?

Encourage children to reflect on their own learning Signup and view all the answers

Who is mentioned as the Proof Reader in the permissions section?

Surender K Vats Signup and view all the answers

How can inculcating creativity and initiative among children be made possible?

By perceiving and treating children as participants in learning Signup and view all the answers

Which poem is included under Poetry Section 2 as per the provided content?

No poem mentioned Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to rethink the methods used for teaching and evaluation?

To ensure a positive schooling experience for children Signup and view all the answers

What have syllabus designers attempted to address regarding curricular burden?

Restructuring and reorienting knowledge at different stages Signup and view all the answers

What does the National Curriculum Framework, 2005, recommend regarding children's life at school?

It should be linked to their life outside the school. Signup and view all the answers

What does the NCF attempt to discourage?

Rote learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the main goal of the syllabi and textbooks developed based on the NCF?

Link school life with life outside of school Signup and view all the answers

Which concept does the text suggest leads to a gap between school, home, and community?

Bookish learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the desired outcome of implementing the NCF principles in education?

Creating a child-centered system of education Signup and view all the answers

Which division is responsible for printing publications related to educational research and training, as mentioned in the text?

Head, Publication Division Signup and view all the answers