QUARTERLY EXAMINATION - 2024
ENGLISH - Class 9 Solved Paper
SECTION - I
CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE SYNONYM FOR THE FOLLOWING UNDERLINED WORDS.
1. Dirty clothes often added to the embarrassment.
- beauty
- charm
- shame
- lick
c) shame
2. She was tired of pruning rose bushes and Bougainvillea.
- growing
- coloring
- trimming
- cutting
c) trimming
3. The maid was asked to fill the pitcher with water.
- Large jug
- Tiny tank
- small pit
- large truck
a) Large jug
CHOOSE THE APPROPRIATE ANTONYMS FOR THE FOLLOWING UNDERLINED WORDS.
4. The old house was demolished.
- new
- big
- clean
- dirty
a) new
5. Yes, I was so excited at that time.
- eager
- thrilled
- bored
- agitated
c) bored
6. My brother is a successful business man.
- unsuccessful
- prominent
- prudent
- disturbed
a) unsuccessful
Choose the correct homophones
7. I want to .................... an application letter.
- write
- right
a) write
8. Choose the correct prefix for charge.
- re
- ir
- un
- under
a) re (recharge), d) under (undercharge). Both are correct prefixes. 'recharge' is more common.
9. Add suffix to the word punish.
- -ion
- -ise
- -ment
- -ly
c) -ment (punishment)
Choose the appropriate preposition.
10. Vimal generally goes to his work place .................... bus.
- by
- on
- in
- at
a) by
11. Give the full form of: wasn't
- was not
- were not
- is not
a) was not
12. Complete the following sentences using appropriate prepositional phrases.
I would like to order coffee .................... tea.
- instead of
- instead from
- instead to
a) instead of
13. Find out the anagram for the following: Section
Possible anagrams for "Section" are Tonics or Notice (leaving the letter 's' unused). The question might have intended a word like "Notices", but that would require an extra 's'.
14. Choose the correct degree.
Mango is the .................... fruit.
- sweet
- sweetest
- sweeter
b) sweetest (The use of 'the' indicates the superlative degree).
SECTION - II
15. Who were Sachin's favourite players?
Sachin's favourite players were Sunil Gavaskar and the West Indian legend, Viv Richards.
16. Who is the owner of the house now?
(This question is from the supplementary reader "The House on Elm Street"). The narrator is the owner of the house now. He bought it from the granddaughter of the original owner.
17. What did the visitor hide in the jackfruit tree?
(This question refers to the story "The Visitor"). The visitor, who was an imposter, hid a skull in the branches of the jackfruit tree to scare the family.
18. What were the girls doing in the living room?
(Assuming this question is from the story "The Open Window"). In the living room, the niece, Vera, was entertaining the visitor, Mr. Framton Nuttel, by telling him a fabricated, spooky story about her aunt.
19. What happened to Sara?
(This question is likely about Sara Crewe from "A Little Princess"). Sara was a wealthy and popular student at a boarding school. However, after her father died and his fortune was lost, she was forced to work as an unpaid servant in the same school, facing poverty and mistreatment.
20. Read the poem lines and answer the following questions.
He will not see me stopping here
To watch his woods fill up with snow.
a) Whom does "he" refer to?
b) Identify the season mentioned in these lines.
a) "He" refers to the owner of the woods.
b) The season mentioned is Winter, as indicated by the word "snow".
21. Read the poem lines and answer the following questions.
And it grew both day and night
Till it bore an apple bright
a) What does "it" refer to?
b) What grew both day and night?
a) "It" refers to the poet's anger or wrath towards his foe.
b) The poet's anger, personified as a poison tree, grew both day and night.
22. Read the poem lines and answer the following questions.
It takes much time to kill a tree,
not a simple jab of the knife will do it.
a) How long does it take to kill a tree?
b) Can a simple jab of the knife kill a tree?
a) It takes much time to kill a tree.
b) No, a simple jab of the knife cannot kill a tree.
23. Read the poem lines and answer the following questions.
The woods are lovely, dark and deep,
But I have promises to keep.
a) How are the woods?
b) What do you mean by the word promise?
a) The woods are lovely, dark, and deep.
b) The word "promise" refers to the duties, responsibilities, and obligations that the poet must fulfill in his life before he can rest.
Write the gerund/infinitive form of the verbs in the blanks:
24. They learned how .................... (survive) in space without gravity.
They learned how to survive in space without gravity.
25. We astronauts must keep on .................... (prepare) for our space launch.
We astronauts must keep on preparing for our space launch.
26. Punctuate the following sentences:
he had no bow bow for them
He had no bow-wow for them.
(Assuming "bow bow" is a typo for the dog's bark "bow-wow", and correcting the capitalization and adding a full stop.)
27. Identify the dependent Clause or phrase in the following sentences.
a) I will stop playing the drums when you go to sleep.
b) We climbed up the hill to enjoy the view.
a) Dependent Clause: when you go to sleep
b) Phrase: to enjoy the view (Infinitive Phrase)
28. Rearrange the words in correct order to make meaningful sentences.
a) is/all life/the basis of/water
b) burst out/The man/laughing
a) Water is the basis of all life.
b) The man burst out laughing.
SECTION - III
29. 'Achrekar was a sincere coach'. Substantiate.
Ramakant Achrekar was a truly sincere and dedicated coach who played a pivotal role in shaping Sachin Tendulkar's career. His sincerity is evident in his strict discipline and foresight. He recognised Sachin's talent and was determined to nurture it. Achrekar Sir would make Sachin practice for hours, often placing a one-rupee coin on the stumps and challenging bowlers to dismiss him. If Sachin survived the session, the coin was his. This innovative method taught Sachin concentration and technique. He was also a strict disciplinarian. Once, when Sachin skipped his regular practice to watch an inter-school match, Achrekar Sir found him and sternly told him that he shouldn't be watching others play but should practice hard enough for others to come and watch him play. This incident shows his commitment to Sachin's future. His sincerity lay in his unwavering focus on making Sachin the best cricketer he could be.
30. Narrate in your own words about the hardships underwent by Sachin to become a great cricketer.
Sachin Tendulkar's journey to becoming a cricketing legend was filled with immense hardships and sacrifices. As a young boy, his daily schedule was incredibly gruelling. He had to travel a long distance from his home in Bandra to Shivaji Park for practice, which meant changing buses and carrying his heavy cricket kit. The bus journeys were often crowded, and he felt embarrassed carrying his large kitbag. He had only one set of cricket clothes, which he had to wash himself every day after practice so he could wear them again the next day. His practice sessions were exhaustive, starting early in the morning and continuing late into the evening. After a full day of practice, he would be completely exhausted, but his commitment never wavered. These early struggles, including the physical strain and the lack of basic facilities, forged in him a mental toughness and a deep passion for the game that were crucial to his success.
31. How did Amy manage the situation at home?
(Note: There is no major character named 'Amy' in the 9th Std syllabus. This might be a typo for 'Aunt Polly' from "The Cat and the Pain-killer".)
Assuming the question refers to Aunt Polly, she managed the situation with Tom Sawyer at home with a mixture of concern and comical remedies. When Tom started acting melancholy and uninterested in anything, Aunt Polly became worried. She believed he was ill and decided to "treat" him. Her management of the situation involved trying various popular but ineffective cures. She tried cold water baths, sitz baths, and shower baths. When these failed, she moved on to blister-plasters and a diet. Finally, she discovered a medicine called 'Pain-killer'. She administered it to Tom, who detested it but pretended to take it. Aunt Polly's way of managing the situation was to actively, though misguidedly, try to solve what she perceived as a problem, showing her deep, albeit sometimes exasperating, love for Tom.
32. Narrate the story of your visit to your ancestral house.
Last summer, my family and I visited my ancestral house in a small, quiet village. The house, over a century old, stood proudly with its terracotta roof and large wooden pillars. As I stepped through the massive teakwood door, a wave of nostalgia hit me, even though I had only heard stories about this place. The air inside was cool and smelled of old wood, dust, and countless memories. We explored every room, from the large central courtyard that was open to the sky, to the dark storeroom filled with antique brass vessels and forgotten trinkets. My grandfather showed me the room where he was born and the old swing in the veranda where he spent his childhood. In the evening, sitting on the porch and listening to his stories, I felt a deep connection to my roots. That visit was more than just a trip; it was a journey back in time, allowing me to touch and feel the history of my family and understand where I came from.
33. What information does the poet highlight about the season and the time of the day in the poem?
(From the poem "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening")
The poet, Robert Frost, clearly highlights that the season is winter. He does this through direct references to "snow" filling up the woods and the "frozen lake." The atmosphere is cold and quiet. The time of day is evening, specifically "the darkest evening of the year." This phrase suggests it might be the winter solstice, the shortest day and longest night of the year. The overall setting created is one of solitude, darkness, and profound quietness, broken only by the gentle sounds of nature. This specific time and season contribute to the poem's contemplative and introspective mood.
34. How did the poet's anger with his friend end? Describe how his anger kept growing.
(From the poem "A Poison Tree")
The poet's anger with his friend ended easily because he communicated his feelings. He "told his wrath," and as a result, the anger disappeared. In contrast, his anger with his foe kept growing because he suppressed it. Instead of expressing his anger, he nurtured it with negative emotions. He metaphorically "water'd it in fears, Night and morning with my tears" and "sunned it with smiles, And with soft deceitful wiles." This means he fed his anger with his own anxiety and sadness while hiding it behind a fake, friendly exterior. This secrecy and deception caused the anger to grow into a metaphorical "poison tree," which eventually bore a poisonous fruit, leading to a destructive end for his foe.
35. He gives his harness bells a shake
To ask if there is some mistake
The only other sounds the sweep
Of easy wind and downy flake
This stanza from "Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening" describes the reaction of the poet's horse and the profound silence of the woods. The horse, accustomed to continuous travel, is confused by the sudden, unexplained stop. It shakes its harness bells, as if to question the poet, asking if stopping in the middle of a dark, deserted wood is a mistake. This action from the horse highlights the unusual nature of the poet's pause. The stanza then emphasizes the deep quietness of the scene. Apart from the jingle of the harness bells, the only other sounds are the soft, gentle "sweep" of the wind and the light, fluffy snowflakes ("downy flake") falling. This description creates a powerful sense of peace, solitude, and immersion in nature.
36. Paraphrase the following lines.
And I water'd it in fears,
Night and morning with tears
And I sunned it with smiles
And with soft deceitful wiles
I nourished my hidden anger with my own anxieties and sadness, constantly feeding it with my worries and sorrow. At the same time, I concealed my true feelings from my enemy by pretending to be happy, using fake smiles and clever, deceptive tricks to hide my hatred.
37. Rearrange the following sentences in coherent order.
- After sunset Bridge closed his tea shop and went back to his house.
- A stranger was waiting for the bus to Badrinath.
- In that earthquake 602 villages were destroyed
- Bridge told him that he would prepare a best cup of tea for him.
- Four years ago, his village was affected by earthquake.
The correct order is e, c, b, d, a.
- e) Four years ago, his village was affected by earthquake.
- c) In that earthquake 602 villages were destroyed.
- b) A stranger was waiting for the bus to Badrinath.
- d) Bridge told him that he would prepare a best cup of tea for him.
- a) After sunset Bridge closed his tea shop and went back to his house.
38. Read the following paragraph and answer the questions.
The old people thought that there must be something nice to eat under the ground, so they brought a spade and began digging; when, look and behold! The place was full of gold pieces and silver, and all sorts of precious things which had been buried there. So they gathered the treasure and after giving alms to the poor they bought themselves rice fields and corn fields and became wealthy people.
- What did the old people think?
- What is the tool used to dig the ground?
- What did the old people find under the ground?
- How did they use the treasure?
- What is the meaning of the word "precious"?
- The old people thought that there must be something nice to eat under the ground.
- A spade was the tool used to dig the ground.
- The old people found gold pieces, silver, and all sorts of precious things under the ground.
- They first gave alms to the poor and then used the rest of the treasure to buy themselves rice fields and corn fields.
- The meaning of the word "precious" is valuable or of great worth.
SECTION - IV
39. Prepare an attractive advertisement using the following clues.
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40. Write a letter to your friend, describing the joy of celebrating festivals in a village.
12, Green Valley,
Chennai.
15th October 2024.
My dear Arjun,
I hope this letter finds you in good health and high spirits. I am writing to share the wonderful experience I had last week. I visited my grandparents' village to celebrate Pongal, and it was truly unforgettable.
The joy of celebrating festivals in a village is something you can't find in the city. The entire village felt like one big family. The preparations started days in advance, with everyone cleaning and decorating their houses with kolams and mango leaves. On Pongal day, we all gathered in the common ground to cook sweet pongal in traditional earthen pots. The air was filled with the sounds of laughter, folk music, and the cheerful cries of "Pongalo Pongal!". We also had traditional games like Uri-adi and bullock cart races. It was amazing to see so much community spirit and happiness.
I really wish you were there with me. The experience was so different from our quiet celebrations in the city. I have so many stories to tell you when we meet.
Convey my regards to your parents.
Yours lovingly,
Kavin
41. Look at the picture and write your views.
This picture beautifully captures the vibrant and lively atmosphere of a village festival or a riverside fair. The scene is bustling with activity, with numerous people gathered near what appears to be a river or a large pond. In the foreground, several boats are filled with people, suggesting that boat rides are a popular attraction. On the riverbank, there are several stalls and tents set up, indicating a market where vendors sell food, crafts, and other goods. The entire community seems to have come together to celebrate. The lush greenery and traditional structures in the background add to the rustic charm of the setting. The picture radiates a sense of joy, community bonding, and cultural richness, showcasing a simple yet profound way of life and celebration.
42. You are Josh/Kavin, The school pupil leader of your school. Prepare a notice behalf of your school inviting all the students to take part in the drawing competition, to be held in your school on behalf of Children's Day on 14th of next month.
GREENWOODS GLOBAL SCHOOL
NOTICE
Date: 15th October 2024
DRAWING COMPETITION
This is to inform all students that our school is organizing a Drawing Competition on the occasion of Children's Day.
- Date: 14th November 2024
- Time: 10:00 AM onwards
- Venue: School Auditorium
- Topic: "A Greener Tomorrow"
Interested students are requested to register their names with their respective class teachers on or before 10th November 2024. All necessary materials will be provided at the venue.
Let's celebrate Children's Day with colours and creativity!
Kavin
(School Pupil Leader)
43. Identify and correct the errors in the following sentences.
- Prabhu is younger of all.
- Smiruthi is M.A holder
- How old is you?
- The cat drink milk.
- The swimmer jumper along the pool.
| Incorrect Sentence | Correct Sentence |
|---|---|
| a) Prabhu is younger of all. | a) Prabhu is the youngest of all. |
| b) Smiruthi is M.A holder | b) Smiruthi is an M.A holder. |
| c) How old is you? | c) How old are you? |
| d) The cat drink milk. | d) The cat drinks milk. |
| e) The swimmer jumper along the pool. | e) The swimmer jumped into the pool. |
44. Quote from memory lines.
From the poem "On killing a tree"(first 5 lines)
It takes much time to kill a tree,
Not a simple jab of the knife
Will do it. It has grown
Slowly consuming the earth,
Rising out of it, feeding
SECTION - V
45. Write a Paragraph using any one of the following hints.
Option 1: Honest—old man—lived—his wife—there—pet dog—dream—told—death—Buried—pine tree—asked motor—grind—rice—gold pieces— neighbour—wicked man —borrowed—motor—rice—turned filth— burnt it ashes—honest man—gave life—withered trees—following it—wicked man—try same—prince—eyes—ears punished.
Option 2: Margie—Tommy—11 and 13—Tommy—real book—attic—about—grandfather's grandfather schools—Margie's teacher— mechanical—olden days—teacher—human beings—all the kids—same age— special buildings—person—enjoyed—learning.
Once there lived an honest old man and his wife who had a pet dog. One day, the dog led them to a spot in the garden where they found buried treasure under a pine tree. Their wicked neighbour, consumed by greed, borrowed the dog, hoping it would find treasure for him too. When the dog found nothing but filth, the wicked man killed it in a rage. The honest man, grieving, took the ashes of the pine tree under which the dog was buried. When he sprinkled the ashes on withered trees, they miraculously bloomed. The prince, hearing of this, rewarded him greatly. The wicked neighbour tried to do the same, but the ashes blew into the prince's eyes and ears. As a punishment for his cruelty and deceit, the wicked man was severely punished by the prince.
The story is set in the future and features two children, Margie, aged 11, and Tommy, aged 13. One day, Tommy finds a 'real book'—a physical book with printed paper pages—in his attic. It was about schools from centuries ago, from the time of their grandfather's grandfather. Margie was astonished because her teacher was a mechanical one, a large computer screen in her house. She hated her school. The book described the 'olden days' where the teacher was a human being, not a machine. In these old schools, all the kids of the same age from the neighbourhood went to a special building. They learned the same things together and could help each other with homework. Margie was fascinated by this idea. She imagined how much fun the children must have had, learning and playing together. She realized that those children truly enjoyed learning, unlike her lonely experience with the mechanical teacher.
46. A. Read the following passage and answer the following.
Hockey is the national game of India. It had a glorious past in India. The Indian hockey team had won six consecutive Olympics. But its present condition is dismal, because hockey is not being given much importance. Still the banner of hockey is held aloft, thanks to the great players Dhyanchand and Dhanraj Pillai.
Questions:
- Which is the national game of India?
- State the condition of the game in the past.
- What is the condition of the game now?
- Who are the two great Indian hockey players mentioned in the passage?
- Hockey is the national game of India.
- In the past, the condition of hockey in India was glorious, with the national team winning six consecutive Olympics.
- The present condition of the game is dismal, as it is not being given much importance.
- The two great Indian hockey players mentioned are Dhyanchand and Dhanraj Pillai.
B. Read the poem and answer the following questions.
Autumn is the time of year
When changes start to happen here
The days grow short. It's cold outside
The birds fly south. The squirrels hide
The leaves fall off all the trees
The garden pond begins to freeze
Questions:
- Where do birds fly?
- Which animals hide?
- What happened to the garden pond?
- What falls off of the trees?
- The birds fly south.
- The squirrels hide.
- The garden pond begins to freeze.
- The leaves fall off all the trees.
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