Generate CBSE Class 6 English question papers in minutes — fully aligned with the 2025-26 NCERT syllabus. Every paper covers all 4 sections: Reading Comprehension, Writing Skills, Grammar, and Literature from Honeysuckle and A Pact with the Sun, complete with answer keys and marking schemes.
Perfect for Unit Tests, Half Yearly, and Annual Exams. Trusted by 5,000+ CBSE schools and English teachers across India for creating age-appropriate, curriculum-accurate papers instantly.
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The CBSE Class 6 English Question Paper Generator by SchoolDeck is a free AI-powered tool that helps teachers, school coordinators, and tutors create curriculum-accurate English question papers for Class 6 within minutes — covering all four essential skill areas: Reading, Writing, Grammar, and Literature.
Whether you need a full Annual Examination paper, a Half Yearly test, a quick chapter-wise unit test on a specific story from Honeysuckle, or a grammar-focused worksheet on Tenses and Prepositions — this generator produces professionally formatted papers that perfectly match the CBSE 2025-26 school examination standards.
Every generated paper includes unseen reading passages appropriate for Class 6 reading levels, age-appropriate writing tasks, grammar exercises covering the full NCERT syllabus, and textbook-based literature questions from Honeysuckle and A Pact with the Sun. A complete answer key with marking scheme is included with every paper.
Standard 80-Mark Theory Paper Blueprint — Section-Wise Weightage
| Section | Skill Area | Key Components | Marks |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reading Comprehension | 2 Unseen Passages — Factual/Informational Passage (10 marks) + Literary/Descriptive Passage (10 marks). Includes MCQs, Short Answer & Vocabulary questions. | 20 |
| B | Writing Skills | Paragraph Writing, Informal Letter, Notice, Diary Entry, Story Writing, Short Composition. Tests creative and structured expression appropriate for Class 6 level. | 20 |
| C | Grammar | Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Verbs & Tenses, Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Articles, Punctuation, Sentence Types, Subject-Predicate, Basic Active-Passive Voice. | 20 |
| D | Literature (Textbook) | Questions from Honeysuckle (Prose + Poems) and A Pact with the Sun — includes Reference-to-Context, Short Answer, Long Answer, and value-based questions. | 20 |
| Total Theory Examination | 80 | ||
| Internal Assessment (Portfolio, Projects, Periodic Tests) | 20 | ||
| Grand Total | 100 | ||
Based on standard CBSE Class 6 English examination pattern for 2025-26. Each section carries equal weightage of 20 marks (25%), ensuring balanced assessment of all four language skills.
The SchoolDeck generator precisely follows this 4-section structure in every paper
Two unseen passages designed for Class 6 reading level. Each passage is followed by comprehension questions testing literal understanding, inference, vocabulary in context, and appreciation.
Passage 1 — Factual / Informational (10 Marks)
Science facts, biographies, general knowledge topics. Questions include MCQs (4×1), Short Answer (2×2), and Word Meaning/Fill-in-the-blank.
Passage 2 — Literary / Descriptive (10 Marks)
Story extracts, descriptive writing, or poetry-based passages. Questions test inference, character analysis, and creative expression.
Assesses a student's ability to write clearly, creatively, and coherently at the Class 6 level. Two to three writing tasks of varying lengths and formats are included.
Covers the complete NCERT Class 6 Grammar syllabus through exercises like gap-filling, sentence transformation, error correction, and matching. Questions are graded for difficulty.
Questions drawn directly from Honeysuckle (prose and poems) and A Pact with the Sun (supplementary reader). Tests comprehension, recall, character analysis, theme understanding, and appreciation of language.
| Section | Skill Area | Marks | Question Types |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Reading Comprehension | 20 | MCQ, Short Answer, Vocabulary |
| B | Writing Skills | 20 | Paragraph, Letter, Story, Diary |
| C | Grammar | 20 | Gap Fill, Editing, Transformation |
| D | Literature (Textbook) | 20 | RTC, Short Answer, Long Answer |
| Total | 80 Marks | 35–40 Questions | |
4 simple steps — no sign-up needed to get started
Choose CBSE → Class 6 → English (Language & Literature). The tool instantly loads the official 2025-26 NCERT syllabus with all chapter details.
Pick full syllabus or specific chapters from Honeysuckle or A Pact with the Sun. Set difficulty — Easy, Medium, Hard, or Mixed for differentiated assessment.
Select Annual Exam (80 marks, full syllabus), Half Yearly (Term 1 syllabus), Unit Test (20-30 marks), or a custom Grammar / Writing worksheet.
Click Generate. Review the complete paper with answer key and marking scheme on screen. Download as PDF or DOCX — with or without answers printed.
Our question bank covers every chapter from both NCERT Class 6 English textbooks
Prose Chapters
Poems
All 10 Chapters
Also Covered
Full NCERT Grammar in Context workbook — all units on Parts of Speech, Tenses, Punctuation, Composition, and Editing.
Built with Class 6 teachers' real needs in mind
Unseen comprehension passages are selected from a curated bank matched to Class 6 reading level (ages 11-12). Topics span nature, science, biography, adventure, and social awareness.
Fresh, unique writing tasks in every paper — creative story starters, real-life paragraph topics, relatable letter-writing scenarios — preventing rote learning and encouraging genuine expression.
Every answer is accompanied by a step-by-step marking scheme. Writing tasks include sample answers with marks breakdowns for content, organisation, vocabulary, and grammar.
Grammar questions cycle through gap-fill, sentence rewriting, error spotting, matching, and transformation exercises — not just one format — for richer, exam-relevant practice.
Literature questions are precisely crafted from NCERT Honeysuckle and A Pact with the Sun content. Reference-to-context extracts are drawn directly from chapter text — fully verified against the official NCERT books.
Generate multiple non-repeating papers from the same syllabus — ideal for Set A/B/C multiple sections, re-tests, and pre-exam revision mocks without question repetition.
Download question papers and answer keys as separate files. Add your school logo, exam date, student name field, and custom instructions before printing. Print-ready formatting every time.
Annual Exam (80 marks), Half Yearly, Quarterly, Unit Test, Weekly Quiz, Chapter Worksheet, Grammar Drill, and Writing Practice Sheet — each with appropriate content and length.
Save 2-3 hours every time you need a test paper. Create Unit Tests, Periodic Tests, and Annual papers in under 5 minutes — with marking scheme ready to go.
Generate consistent, standardized papers across multiple sections of Class 6. Create Set A and Set B simultaneously for fair, secure examinations.
Practice with unlimited board-pattern mock tests at home. Understand exact question formats, learn from model answers, and build exam confidence before the real test.
SchoolDeck also helps teachers generate worksheets, reading logs, and periodic test papers for the 20-mark internal component:
10 Marks — Best scores from periodic assessments held during the term. Generate unit test papers instantly.
10 Marks — Reading logs, creative writing portfolios, oral presentations, and listening tasks. Generate rubrics & worksheets.
Our generator produces fresh, unique writing prompts for every paper
Students write a well-organized paragraph of 80-100 words on topics like My Favourite Festival, A Visit to a Zoo, The Value of Trees, My Best Friend, etc.
Marking Criteria:
Content & Relevance (2) + Organisation & Coherence (2) + Language & Expression (1)
Students write letters to friends or relatives — inviting to a birthday party, sharing news about a school trip, describing a new place visited, etc. Correct letter format is tested.
Marking Criteria:
Format (1) + Content (2) + Language & Expression (2)
Students write a diary entry about a memorable day, or a short notice for a school event. Tests ability to write in the correct format and voice with appropriate tone.
Marking Criteria:
Format (1) + Content (2) + Language (2)
Students write a short story (120-150 words) based on a visual prompt, given opening line, or story outline. Tests imagination, structure, vocabulary, and narrative skills.
Marking Criteria:
Plot & Content (4) + Organisation (2) + Vocabulary (2) + Grammar & Mechanics (2)
Everything you need to know about generating CBSE Class 6 English question papers
A standard CBSE Class 6 English theory paper carries 80 marks divided equally across four sections: Section A Reading Comprehension (20 marks), Section B Writing Skills (20 marks), Section C Grammar (20 marks), and Section D Literature/Textbook (20 marks). An additional 20 marks are allocated for Internal Assessment — making the total 100 marks.
The generator covers all chapters from both NCERT Class 6 English books: Honeysuckle (Main Reader — 10 prose chapters + 7 poems) and A Pact with the Sun (Supplementary Reader — 10 chapters). Grammar exercises are aligned with NCERT Grammar in Context workbook topics.
Absolutely. You can select one or more specific chapters from either Honeysuckle or A Pact with the Sun to create a Chapter Test or focused Worksheet. The AI auto-adjusts the marks distribution and question count to suit your chapter selection — perfect for post-chapter assessments.
Yes. All unseen comprehension passages in the generator are carefully calibrated to Class 6 reading level (ages 11-12) — vocabulary, sentence complexity, and content are all age-appropriate. Topics include nature, animals, science discoveries, sports, and inspiring personalities, ensuring high engagement and relevance.
Section C covers the full NCERT Class 6 Grammar syllabus: Nouns (types, number, gender, case), Pronouns, Adjectives, Verbs and Tenses (Simple Present, Past, Future, Continuous), Adverbs, Prepositions, Conjunctions, Articles, Punctuation, Types of Sentences, Subject-Predicate, and basic editing tasks.
Yes. The generator supports multiple formats: Annual Examination (80 marks, full syllabus), Half Yearly (Term 1 / first-half syllabus, 80 marks), Quarterly, Unit Test (20-30 marks), Weekly Quiz, Grammar Worksheet, and Writing Skills Practice Sheet — each auto-applying the correct question structure.
Yes! SchoolDeck's free tier lets teachers and students generate Class 6 English question papers with answer keys and marking schemes — no sign-up required to get started. Premium plans unlock unlimited paper generation, school branding/watermarking, bulk sets (A/B/C/D), and priority support.
Yes. Every generated marking scheme follows step-by-step marks allocation aligned with CBSE school evaluation guidelines. For writing tasks, the answer key includes sample model answers with marks breakdowns for Content, Organisation, and Language — helping teachers evaluate consistently and students understand scoring criteria.
Yes. SchoolDeck lets you generate multiple unique question sets from the same syllabus selection. Each set maintains the same difficulty level and marks distribution but uses different passages, prompts, and questions — ideal for schools conducting exams across multiple sections or requiring parallel sets for security.
The Writing Skills section (Section B) includes: Paragraph Writing (on given topic or hints), Informal Letter Writing (to friends/relatives), Diary Entry, Notice Writing, and Story Writing or short composition based on a visual/picture prompt or opening line. All prompts are fresh, unique, and age-appropriate for Class 6.
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