Arabic Unit Test Syllabus
Class XII Arabic Unit Test syllabus prescribed by the Directorate of School Education, Aligarh Muslim University.
The Directorate of School Education, A.M.U. has issued the Unit Test-wise syllabus for Class XII Arabic (12 AR-05) for the academic session 2026–27. The syllabus covers advanced reading skills, classical and modern literature, applied grammar, and a robust internal assessment in Unit Test III.
Arabic Unit Tests
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Unit Test – I
Class XII — Arabic
| Section | Unit/Area of Learning | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A |
Advance reading skill An unseen passage | 05 |
| Section B |
Literature
| 12 |
| Section C |
Grammar
| 08 |
| Total Marks | 25 | |
📚 Literature Focus
Section B carries the highest weightage (12 marks). Focus on translating and understanding the prescribed texts.
✍️ Grammar Components
Grammar covers verb classes including Mithaal, Ajwaf, Naqis, and the Mahmooz variations (8 marks).
Unit Test – II
Class XII — Arabic
| Section | Unit/Area of Learning | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Section A |
Advance reading skill An unseen passage | 05 |
| Section B |
Literature
| 12 |
| Section C |
Grammar
| 08 |
| Total Marks | 25 | |
📖 Literature Expansion
Unit Test II introduces texts like ‘Al-Quran Al-Kareem’ and ‘Lisan Hal Al-Lughat Al-Arabiyya’.
🧩 Advanced Grammar
Grammar rules shift towards Idgham Muda’af, Adad wa Madood (Numbers), and Asma Mawsula (Relative Pronouns).
Unit Test – III
Class XII — Arabic (Internal Assessment)
| Sr. No. | Internal Assessment Components | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hand Writing | 03 |
| 2 | Reading (one small passage without diacritical marks) | 03 |
| 3 | Arabic speaking | 02 |
| 4 | Oral applied grammar | 02 |
| 5 |
Project work
| 15 |
| Total Marks | 25 | |
Practical & Project Focus: Unit Test III evaluates practical language application. You will be tested on handwriting, unvowelised reading, speaking, oral grammar, and a 15-mark project based on specific Arabic topics like ‘Gandhi’ and ‘Rasheed Yamradh’.
Advice for Arabic Students
Arabic requires consistent practice in reading, writing, and understanding the morphological roots of words. In Unit Test I and II, you will face unseen passages carrying 5 marks each. To excel here, expand your vocabulary beyond the textbook.
Grammar (8 marks per test) is highly structured. Make sure you can easily identify verbs like Mahmooz, Ajwaf, and Naqis, and accurately apply the rules for Adad wa Madood (Numbers and the counted objects), as numbers in Arabic have specific gender matching rules.
Unit Test III is an excellent opportunity to score full marks through Internal Assessment. Practice reading Arabic text without Harakat (diacritical marks) by relying on your understanding of syntax and context. Prepare your project thoroughly on the provided topics and practice basic conversational Arabic for your speaking and oral grammar tests.
How to Excel in Arabic
A systematic approach to vocabulary and grammar is the key to success.
Master Vocabulary
Maintain a dedicated notebook for new words encountered in literature and unseen passages.
Conjugation Practice
Regularly practice conjugating the weak verbs (Mithaal, Ajwaf, Naqis) covered in Unit Test I.
Read Without Harakat
Train yourself to read small passages without vowel marks to prepare for the Unit III assessment.
Understand Numbers
Pay special attention to the ‘Adad wa Madood’ rules in Unit Test II, as they are a frequent source of errors.
Improve Handwriting
Allocate 10 minutes a day to copying Arabic text neatly to secure the 3 handwriting marks in Unit III.
Conversational Practice
Practice speaking simple sentences out loud to prepare for the oral and speaking components.
Class XII Arabic — Quick View
| Unit Test | Main Areas | Marks |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Test I | Reading (5), Literature (12), Grammar – Verb Types (8) | 25 |
| Unit Test II | Reading (5), Literature (12), Grammar – Numbers/Pronouns (8) | 25 |
| Unit Test III | Internal Assessment: Reading, Writing, Speaking, Oral Grammar & Project | 25 |
Check the Original AMU Syllabus
For the complete official Unit Test Wise Division of Syllabus, refer to the original document issued by the Directorate of School Education, A.M.U.
📄 View Original AMU PDF
Malik Mohd. Arshad is a Senior English Teacher at STS High School, Aligarh Muslim University, with 21+ years of experience in English Language Teaching (ELT). An M.A. in English and Linguistics, he combines traditional academic values with modern digital learning methods. He is also a certified alumnus of the Texas Intensive English Program (USA).