MH TET PAPER 1 – ENGLISH AS SECOND LANGUAGE

Language-II (English) – Complete Syllabus

📋 EXAM DETAILS

Total Questions: 30 MCQs
Total Marks: 30
Content Section: 24 Marks (80%)
Pedagogy Section: 6 Marks (20%)
Level: Based on NCERT Classes 1-5, but difficulty up to senior secondary

📚 SECTION A: CONTENT (24 MARKS)

1. PARTS OF SPEECH

Noun: Common, Proper, Collective, Abstract, Material
Pronoun: Personal, Possessive, Reflexive, Demonstrative, Interrogative, Relative, Indefinite
Verb: Action verbs, Helping verbs, Linking verbs
Adjective: Descriptive, Quantitative, Demonstrative, Interrogative
Adverb: Time, Place, Manner, Frequency, Degree
Preposition: Simple, Compound, Phrasal prepositions
Conjunction: Coordinating, Subordinating, Correlative
Interjection: Expressions of emotions

Topics to Master:

Identification of parts of speech in sentences
Correct usage in context
Common errors and corrections

2. TENSES

Present Tense:

Simple Present
Present Continuous
Present Perfect
Present Perfect Continuous

Past Tense:

Simple Past
Past Continuous
Past Perfect
Past Perfect Continuous

Future Tense:

Simple Future
Future Continuous
Future Perfect
Future Perfect Continuous

Focus Areas:

Correct tense usage in sentences
Time expressions with tenses
Sequence of tenses
Common mistakes in tense usage

3. TYPES OF SENTENCES

Based on Function:

Declarative (Statement)
Interrogative (Question)
Imperative (Command/Request)
Exclamatory (Exclamation)

Based on Structure:

Simple Sentence
Compound Sentence
Complex Sentence

Topics:

Sentence construction
Transformation of sentences
Identification of sentence types

4. PREPOSITIONS & ARTICLES

Prepositions:

Prepositions of Time: at, on, in, by, since, for
Prepositions of Place: at, in, on, under, over, above, below, between, among
Prepositions of Direction: to, towards, into, onto, from
Prepositions with verbs, adjectives, and nouns

Articles:

Definite Article: The
Indefinite Articles: A, An
Rules for using articles
Omission of articles
Common errors

5. DEGREES OF COMPARISON

Three Degrees:

Positive Degree
Comparative Degree
Superlative Degree

Topics:

Formation of comparative and superlative
Irregular comparisons (good-better-best)
Using degrees in sentences
Common mistakes

6. DIRECT AND INDIRECT SPEECH

Rules for Conversion:

Statements
Questions (Interrogative sentences)
Commands and Requests (Imperative sentences)
Exclamatory sentences

Changes Required:

Pronouns
Tenses
Time and place expressions
Reporting verbs

7. QUESTIONS AND QUESTION TAGS

Types of Questions:

Yes/No Questions
Wh- Questions (What, Where, When, Why, Who, How)
Choice Questions

Question Tags:

Positive statement → Negative tag
Negative statement → Positive tag
Rules for question tag formation
Special cases (Let’s, I am, etc.)

8. ACTIVE & PASSIVE VOICE

Conversion Rules:

Present tense (all forms)
Past tense (all forms)
Future tense (all forms)
Modals (can, could, may, might, should, etc.)
Imperative sentences
Interrogative sentences

Focus:

Identifying active and passive voice
When to use passive voice
Common errors in conversion

9. USE OF PHRASES

Types of Phrases:

Noun Phrase
Verb Phrase
Adjective Phrase
Adverb Phrase
Prepositional Phrase
Participial Phrase
Gerund Phrase
Infinitive Phrase

Application:

Using phrases to enhance writing
Identifying phrases in sentences
Common phrasal verbs

10. COMPREHENSION

Reading Comprehension Skills:

Understanding main ideas
Identifying supporting details
Making inferences
Drawing conclusions
Understanding vocabulary in context
Author’s tone and purpose

Types of Passages:

Narrative
Descriptive
Expository
Persuasive

Question Types:

Factual questions
Inferential questions
Vocabulary-based questions
Title/theme-based questions

11. COMPOSITION

Types of Composition:

Letter Writing:
- Formal letters (Application, Complaint, Business)
- Informal letters (Personal, Friendly)
Essay Writing:
- Descriptive essays
- Narrative essays
- Argumentative essays
Paragraph Writing
Story Writing
Notice Writing
Message Writing

Skills Required:

Organization of ideas
Coherence and cohesion
Appropriate language use
Format and structure

12. VOCABULARY

Areas Covered:

Synonyms: Words with similar meanings
Antonyms: Words with opposite meanings
Homonyms: Words with same spelling/pronunciation but different meanings
Homophones: Words that sound alike but have different meanings
One-word Substitution
Idioms and Phrases
Collocations
Word Formation: Prefixes and Suffixes
Commonly Confused Words

👨‍🏫 SECTION B: PEDAGOGY (6 MARKS)

1. ASPECTS OF ENGLISH

a) English Language – History, Nature, Importance

Historical development of English language
English as a global language
Importance in Indian context
English as a library language
English as a link language

b) Principles of English as Second Language

Learning English after mother tongue
Difference between L1 and L2 acquisition
Challenges in learning English as L2
Age factor in language learning
Role of mother tongue in learning English

c) Problems of Teaching/Learning English

Pronunciation difficulties
Grammar interference from mother tongue
Limited exposure to English
Large classroom sizes
Lack of resources
Mixed ability groups
Motivation issues
Fear of making mistakes

2. OBJECTIVES OF TEACHING ENGLISH

To develop listening skills
To develop speaking skills
To develop reading skills with comprehension
To develop writing skills
To develop vocabulary
To enable effective communication
To appreciate literature
To develop critical thinking
To use English for practical purposes
To build confidence in using English

3. PHONETICS

Key Concepts:

Speech sounds and their production
Vowels and Consonants
Pure vowels (Monophthongs)
Diphthongs
Phonetic symbols
Stress and intonation
Word stress patterns
Sentence stress and rhythm
Phonetic transcription basics

Application in Teaching:

Importance of correct pronunciation
Teaching pronunciation to young learners
Using phonetics to improve speaking and listening

4. DEVELOPMENT OF LANGUAGE SKILLS

a) LSRW Skills (Listening, Speaking, Reading & Writing)

Listening:

Types of listening (intensive, extensive)
Listening for gist, detail, specific information
Activities: Stories, songs, instructions, conversations
Developing listening comprehension

Speaking:

Developing oral fluency
Pronunciation and accent
Speaking activities: Role play, discussions, presentations
Overcoming hesitation and building confidence

Reading:

Types of reading (loud reading, silent reading)
Reading for different purposes
Intensive and extensive reading
Reading comprehension strategies
Developing reading habits

Writing:

Mechanics of writing (spelling, punctuation, capitalization)
Sentence construction
Paragraph writing
Different types of writing
Process writing approach
Creative writing

b) Communicative Skills

Verbal and non-verbal communication
Effective communication strategies
Barriers to communication
Communication in different contexts
Developing communicative competence

5. APPROACHES, METHODS, TECHNIQUES OF TEACHING ENGLISH

a) Introduction, Definition and Types

Approaches:

Structural Approach
Communicative Approach
Bilingual Approach
Activity-Based Approach

Methods:

Grammar Translation Method
Direct Method
Audio-Lingual Method
Situational Language Teaching
Total Physical Response (TPR)
Task-Based Language Teaching

Techniques:

Questioning
Explanation
Demonstration
Drilling
Role play
Group work
Pair work
Games and activities

b) Remedial Teaching

Identifying learning difficulties
Causes of learning problems in English
Diagnostic testing
Planning remedial instruction
Strategies for remedial teaching
Individual attention and support
Building confidence in weak learners

6. TEACHING OF STRUCTURES AND VOCABULARY ITEMS

Teaching Structures (Grammar):

Inductive vs Deductive approach
Teaching grammar in context
Using examples and patterns
Practice activities for grammar
Error correction techniques

Teaching Vocabulary:

Direct and indirect methods
Using context clues
Word families and word formation
Visual aids for vocabulary teaching
Vocabulary games and activities
Building vocabulary through reading

7. TEACHING LEARNING MATERIALS IN ENGLISH

Types of TLM:

Print materials: Charts, flashcards, word cards, picture cards
Audio materials: Audio recordings, songs, podcasts
Visual materials: Pictures, posters, videos, films
Realia: Real objects for teaching
Digital resources: Interactive whiteboards, educational apps, online resources

Importance:

Making learning concrete and interesting
Catering to different learning styles
Enhancing retention
Creating authentic language experiences

Preparation and Use:

Criteria for selecting TLM
Teacher-made materials
Low-cost, no-cost materials
Effective use of available resources

8. LESSON PLANNING

Components of a Lesson Plan:

Objectives (Specific, Measurable, Achievable)
Teaching points/Content
Teaching aids/Materials
Introduction/Warm-up
Presentation
Practice activities
Production activities
Evaluation/Assessment
Homework/Follow-up

Types of Lesson Plans:

Micro lesson plan
Macro lesson plan
Unit plan

Principles:

Clarity of objectives
Logical sequencing
Variety in activities
Student participation
Time management
Flexibility

9. CURRICULUM & TEXTBOOKS

Curriculum:

Meaning and importance
National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005
Position of English in school curriculum
Integrated approach to language teaching
Objectives at primary level
Curriculum transaction

Textbooks:

Role and importance
Characteristics of a good textbook
Limitations of textbooks
Using textbook effectively
Supplementary materials
Beyond the textbook

10. EVALUATION IN ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Types of Evaluation:

Formative Evaluation (Continuous assessment)
Summative Evaluation (Term-end examination)
Diagnostic Evaluation
Placement Evaluation

Areas of Evaluation:

Listening comprehension
Speaking ability
Reading comprehension
Writing skills
Grammar and vocabulary

Tools and Techniques:

Written tests (Objective and Subjective)
Oral tests
Observation
Projects and assignments
Portfolios
Peer assessment
Self-assessment

CCE (Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation):

Scholastic areas
Co-scholastic areas
Grading system
Record keeping
Feedback and remediation

Principles of Good Evaluation:

Validity
Reliability
Objectivity
Comprehensiveness
Practicability

📝 IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER

Question Distribution (Expected):

Grammar (Parts of Speech, Tenses, Voice, etc.): 8-10 questions
Comprehension: 5-6 questions
Vocabulary: 3-4 questions
Composition: 2-3 questions
Pedagogy (Teaching Methods, LSRW, Evaluation): 6 questions

Preparation Strategy:

Content Section (24 marks):
- Master grammar rules thoroughly
- Practice comprehension passages daily
- Build vocabulary systematically
- Practice writing different types of compositions
Pedagogy Section (6 marks):
- Understand teaching methodologies
- Know the LSRW skills development
- Study NCF 2005 guidelines for English
- Learn about evaluation methods
Practice:
- Solve previous year papers
- Take mock tests regularly
- Work on speed and accuracy
- Review mistakes and learn from them

📖 RECOMMENDED PRACTICE AREAS

Must Practice Topics:

Tenses and their usage
Active-Passive voice transformation
Direct-Indirect speech conversion
Reading comprehension passages
Vocabulary (synonyms, antonyms)
Sentence correction
Question tag formation
Teaching methods and approaches
LSRW skills development
Evaluation techniques

Common Error Areas:

Subject-verb agreement
Preposition usage
Article usage
Tense consistency
Pronoun reference
Sentence fragments

💡 TIPS FOR SUCCESS

Read Regularly: Newspapers, story books, articles
Practice Writing: Daily journal, essays, letters
Improve Vocabulary: Learn 5-10 new words daily
Grammar Drills: Practice exercises from standard books
Mock Tests: Simulate exam conditions
Stay Updated: Know about current teaching methods
NCF 2005: Read language teaching guidelines
Time Management: Allocate 18 minutes for this section

⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES

Questions will test both knowledge of English and ability to teach English
Pedagogy questions are conceptual – understand, don’t memorize
Language level: Class 6-8 content, but questions can be up to Class 12 level
No negative marking – attempt all questions
Read questions carefully – options can be confusing

Remember: Language-II focuses more on practical usage and teaching methodology compared to Language-I, which tests critical understanding and higher-order skills.

Good Luck! 🎯

Paper 1 English 2nd Language