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Key Facts: WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Exam

ENGB

Official WBCHSE subject code

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/subjects/

30%

Minimum pass in theory and practical/project independently

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/frequently-asked-questions-examination

INR 215

Class XII semester enrolment total (INR 190 to Council)

WBCHSE Memo L/PR/305/2025 / L/PR/275/2026

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Official assessment language focus: English (ENGB second-language assessment)

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/subjects/

Sem I–IV

Higher Secondary semester system across Classes XI–XII

https://wbchse.wb.gov.in/annual-working-plan

Comprehensive higher secondary examination in English Second Language covering literature (prose, poetry, play), textual and applied grammar, reading comprehension, and writing skills. English-language MCQ study adaptation for WBCHSE HS—not an official board paper, translation, or format simulation.

Sample WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Practice Questions

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1In Ruskin Bond's short story 'The Eyes Have It', where was the blind narrator traveling to first before proceeding to Mussoorie?
A.Rohana
B.Dehra
C.Saharanpur
D.Calcutta
Explanation: In 'The Eyes Have It', the blind narrator mentions that he was traveling to Dehra, and from there he would go to Mussoorie.
2In 'The Eyes Have It', who was coming to receive the blind girl at Saharanpur station?
A.Her mother
B.Her sister
C.Her aunt
D.Her grandmother
Explanation: The girl informs the narrator that she is getting off at Saharanpur, where her aunt will meet her at the station.
3According to the narrator in 'The Eyes Have It', which month is the best time to visit Mussoorie?
A.September
B.October
C.November
D.December
Explanation: The narrator remembers from his past sight that October is the best time in Mussoorie because the hills are covered with wild dahlias, the sun is delicious, and the roads are quiet.
4What remark did the narrator make to the girl in 'The Eyes Have It' that he considered quite daring?
A.You have beautiful eyes.
B.You have an interesting face.
C.You look very quiet and shy.
D.You look like a princess.
Explanation: The narrator remarked, 'You have an interesting face.' He felt it was a safe and daring remark because few girls can resist flattery.
5In 'The Eyes Have It', what crucial detail about the girl did the new passenger reveal to the narrator after she got off?
A.She had forgotten her handbag in the train.
B.She was completely blind.
C.She was going to get married in Saharanpur.
D.She was a famous singer.
Explanation: The new passenger who entered the compartment after Saharanpur told the narrator that the girl was completely blind and had beautiful eyes that were of no use to her.
6What quality of the girl's presence lingering in the compartment was described as 'tantalizing' by the narrator?
A.The sound of her slippers
B.The perfume from her hair
C.The echo of her laughter
D.The touch of her hands
Explanation: When the girl stood up to leave, the perfume from her hair was tantalizing, making the narrator want to raise his hand and touch her hair.
7In Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's autobiographical excerpt 'Strong Roots', in which island town was he born?
A.Madurai
B.Rameswaram
C.Thanjavur
D.Kanyakumari
Explanation: Dr. Kalam states in 'Strong Roots' that he was born into a middle-class Tamil family in the island town of Rameswaram in the erstwhile Madras State.
8What were the names of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's parents as mentioned in 'Strong Roots'?
A.Jainulabdeen and Ashiamma
B.Pakshi Lakshmana and Ashiamma
C.Jainulabdeen and Rahima
D.Ahmed and Fatima
Explanation: Kalam's father was Jainulabdeen and his mother was Ashiamma. Though his father possessed little formal education or wealth, he possessed great innate wisdom.
9In 'Strong Roots', what was Jainulabdeen's daily routine early in the morning before namaz?
A.He would visit the local mosque for prayers.
B.He would walk to their coconut grove four miles away.
C.He would read the Quran to his children.
D.He would meet Pakshi Lakshmana Sastry for spiritual discussions.
Explanation: Kalam recalls that his father started his day at 4 a.m. by reading namaz before dawn, and then walked to a small coconut grove they owned, about four miles from their home.
10According to Kalam's father in 'Strong Roots', what happens to a person when they pray?
A.They transcend their body and become a part of the cosmos.
B.They receive immediate material wealth.
C.They escape all physical obligations.
D.They become superior to all other living beings.
Explanation: Jainulabdeen explained to young Kalam that when people pray, they transcend their physical body and become a part of the cosmos, which knows no division of wealth, age, caste, or creed.

About the WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Exam

The WBCHSE Higher Secondary English Second Language (ENGB / English-B) examination tests students on prescribed prose pieces (The Eyes Have It, Strong Roots, Thank You Ma'am, Three Questions), poetry (On Killing a Tree, Asleep in the Valley, Shall I Compare Thee, The Poetry of Earth), Chekhov's play 'The Proposal', applied English grammar (voice change, narration, transformation, articles & prepositions), unseen reading comprehension, and writing skills (report writing, official/editorial letters, summary/précis writing). This OpenExamPrep bank is an English-language four-option MCQ study aid for the WBCHSE Higher Secondary subject; it does not replace official board papers, required writing/oral/listening evidence, or practical/project/performance/vocational-skill assessment.

Assessment

WBCHSE Higher Secondary subject ENGB: Semesters I–IV across Classes XI–XII; theory examinations plus practical/project/performance/oral evidence where the syllabus requires them.

Time Limit

As per semester notification (typically 2–3 hours for theory sittings)

Passing Score

30% minimum in theory and in practical/project independently (WBCHSE examination FAQ)

Exam Fee

Semester enrolment fee structure (Council): Sem III/IV student total INR 215 (155 enrolment + 30 processing + 30 convenience), with INR 190 to Council and INR 25 centre grant; supplementary often INR 50/paper. Separately, the public Fees page lists Class XII examination fees (within schedule) about INR 205 lab / INR 195 non-lab / INR 135 special. Confirm the applicable circular for the sitting. (West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE))

WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Exam Content Outline

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Exam Overview & Structure

Comprehensive overview of the WBCHSE WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) examination covering syllabus structure, marking scheme, and assessment criteria.

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Syllabus Breakdown

Detailed unit-wise breakdown of the WBCHSE Class 11 and 12 curriculum for WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB), aligned with official Council guidelines.

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Study Tips & Exam Strategy

Proven preparation strategies, time management guidelines, and practice routines to achieve top performance in Higher Secondary assessments.

How to Pass the WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: 30% minimum in theory and in practical/project independently (WBCHSE examination FAQ)
  • Assessment: WBCHSE Higher Secondary subject ENGB: Semesters I–IV across Classes XI–XII; theory examinations plus practical/project/performance/oral evidence where the syllabus requires them.
  • Time limit: As per semester notification (typically 2–3 hours for theory sittings)
  • Exam fee: Semester enrolment fee structure (Council): Sem III/IV student total INR 215 (155 enrolment + 30 processing + 30 convenience), with INR 190 to Council and INR 25 centre grant; supplementary often INR 50/paper. Separately, the public Fees page lists Class XII examination fees (within schedule) about INR 205 lab / INR 195 non-lab / INR 135 special. Confirm the applicable circular for the sitting.

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WBCHSE HS English (Second Language - ENGB) Study Tips from Top Performers

1Read each story, poem, and play line-by-line to remember specific quotes, speaker identities, setting details, and textual contexts.
2Practice contextual grammar transformations using sentences drawn directly from prescribed textbook prose pieces.
3Focus on the main themes and literary devices (e.g. imagery, irony, symbolism, sonnet structure) in the prescribed poems.
4Memorize character traits, dialogue exchanges, and key plot points in Anton Chekhov's play 'The Proposal'.
5Regularly write formal reports, editorial letters, and précis passages while adhering to word limits and standard formats.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the subject code for WBCHSE HS Second Language English?

The subject code for Second Language English under WBCHSE is ENGB (English-B).

What is the total mark distribution between theory and project/internal assessment?

The theoretical written paper carries 80 marks and the project/internal assessment carries 20 marks, making a total of 100 marks.

Which prose texts are prescribed for WBCHSE Class 12 English (ENGB)?

The prescribed Class 12 prose pieces are 'The Eyes Have It' by Ruskin Bond, 'Strong Roots' by A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, 'Thank You Ma'am' by Langston Hughes, and 'Three Questions' by Leo Tolstoy.

Which poems and plays are included in the Class 12 ENGB syllabus?

Poems include 'On Killing a Tree' by Gieve Patel, 'Asleep in the Valley' by Arthur Rimbaud, 'Shall I Compare Thee' (Sonnet 18) by William Shakespeare, and 'The Poetry of Earth' by John Keats. The play is 'The Proposal' by Anton Chekhov.

What grammar topics are tested in the WBCHSE English-B examination?

Grammar items include voice change, narration change (direct to indirect speech), transformation of sentences (simple, complex, compound, affirmative, negative, degree), split/combine sentences, and appropriate articles and prepositions.

What is the minimum pass mark required?

Students must secure at least 30% marks separately in the theory paper (24 out of 80) and in the project work (6 out of 20).

Are these practice questions the same as the official WBCHSE ENGB paper?

No. Official WBCHSE semester papers may include MCQ and descriptive components, plus practical/project/oral evidence where prescribed. These items are an English-language MCQ study adaptation only.