9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Tirupattur District

Class 9 Second Mid Term Test 2024 - English Question Paper with Solutions

PART - I

Choose the appropriate synonym for the italicized words.

1. You concealed them in your pocket.

• a) buried
• b) hid
• c) broke
• d) exposed

Answer: b) hid

2. The availability of electric power would make a tremendous difference to the life.

• a) great
• b) small
• c) still
• d) vanish

Answer: a) great

Choose the appropriate antonym for the italicized word.

3. Clem Jones was ordered to open the box.

• a) prepared
• b) arranged
• c) forced
• d) requested

Answer: d) requested

4. The water can flow with rapidly gathering momentum.

• a) classically
• b) actively
• c) slowly
• d) fast

Answer: c) slowly

Choose the correct plural form of child from the following.

5. Plural of child.

• a) childs
• b) childles
• c) childrens
• d) children

Answer: d) children

Choose the correct expansion of the abbreviation ISRO.

6. ISRO

• a) International Space Research Organisation
• b) Indian Space Research Orientation
• c) Indian Space Research Organisation
• d) Indian Space Reward Organisation

Answer: c) Indian Space Research Organisation

Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositional phrase from the given options.

7. I would like to order coffee ____ tea.

• a) instead of
• b) instead from
• c) instead to

Answer: a) instead of

PART - II

SECTION - A

Answer any TWO of the following questions in a sentence or two. (2x2=4)

8. What was Clem Jones carrying in the box?

Answer: Clem Jones was carrying a black box with the name 'Pongo' written on it. Inside the box was the mummified head of a gorilla.

9. Who is Pongo?

Answer: Pongo was the name given to the mummified head of a gorilla that Clem Jones was carrying in a black box.

10. What did the narrator do to get rid of the evidence?

Answer: To get rid of the evidence (Pongo's head), the narrator threw it into the river.

SECTION - B

Read the following set of poetic lines and answer any ONE of the following. (1x2=2)

11. "The way into my parlour is up a winding stair,
And I've many curious things to show when you are there"

a) How to reach the spider's parlour?

Answer: One can reach the spider's parlour by going up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

Answer: The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

12. "Sweet creature!" said the spider, "You're witty and you're wise,
How handsome are your gauzy wings, how brilliant are your eyes!"

a) List the words used by the spider to describe the fly.

Answer: The words used by the spider to describe the fly are sweet, witty, wise, handsome, and brilliant.

b) Why does the spider say that the fly is witty?

Answer: The spider says that the fly is witty to flatter and deceive it, making it feel proud and less cautious, so it can be easily trapped.

SECTION - C

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x2=2)

13. a) Fill in the blank with correct present tense form.
A good student always ______ hard.

Answer: b) works

b) Fill the blank with correct past tense form.
Lakshana ______ a new bicycle last week.

Answer: b) bought

14. Fill the blank with appropriate modals. [will, shall, would, should, can, could, may]

We ______ be very careful while selecting our food items because there are chances that these ______ be adulterated.

Answer: We should be very careful while selecting our food items because there are chances that these may be adulterated.

SECTION - D

15. A stranger wants to go to the Post Office. Guide him to reach his destination.

Directions:

1. Go straight along Green Street until you reach Mount Road.
2. At Mount Road, take a left turn.
3. Walk straight on Mount Road. You will pass a bank on your Right.
4. Turn Right on to North Street.
5. Continue walking on north Street for a short distance and you will reach The Post Office on your left, at the North Street.

PART - III

SECTION - A

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x5=5)

16. Narrate the clever strategy followed by Clem Jones to deceive Pongo.

Answer: Clem Jones employed a clever psychological strategy to deceive the frightening gorilla, Pongo. When confronted, instead of showing fear, Clem acted as if he was in control of a more dangerous creature inside the box. He claimed it contained a rare spitting cobra from Africa, known for its deadly venom that could kill a man instantly. He vividly described how the cobra could spit venom accurately into its victim's eyes, causing blindness and death. By tapping on the box and speaking to the imaginary snake, he made his story more believable. This performance terrified Pongo, who was more afraid of the unseen, venomous snake than of Clem. The fear of the cobra made Pongo panic, ultimately leading to the car crash that allowed Clem to escape.

SECTION - B

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x5=5)

18. Write a character sketch of the spider.

Answer: The spider in the poem "The Spider and the Fly" is a cunning, patient, and manipulative villain. He is a master of flattery, using sweet and complimentary words to lure the innocent fly into his trap. He praises the fly's wisdom, wit, handsome wings, and brilliant eyes, appealing to its vanity. The spider is deceitful, hiding his evil intentions behind a mask of hospitality and friendship. He invites the fly into his "parlour" and "little bed," pretending to offer rest and comfort, while his true aim is to make the fly his prey. His persistence and clever use of psychological tricks reveal his predatory nature, making him a symbol of wickedness and deception that preys on the naive.

19. Read the following stanza and answer the questions given below.

"Sweet creature!" said the spider, "You're witty and you're wise,
How handsome are your gauzy wings, how brilliant are your eyes!"
I've a little looking glass upon my parlour shelf,
If you'll step in one moment, dear, you shall behold yourself".

a) Pick out the rhyming words.

Answer: wise - eyes; shelf - yourself.

b) Write the rhyme scheme of the given stanza.

Answer: aabbcc

c) Identify the figure of speech employed in the second line.

Answer: Apostrophe (The spider directly addresses the fly). Also, repetition ("how").

d) Pick out the alliterating words.

Answer: "Sweet creature!" said the spider; "you're witty and you're wise".

SECTION - C

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x5=5)

20. Rearrange the following sentences in coherent order.

1. Since all her methods failed, finally she gave him a pain-killer.
2. The pain-killer triggered adverse reactions on Peter.
3. Tom was dull and depressed.
4. But, Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat Peter.
5. So, Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.

Correct Order:

1. (iii) Tom was dull and depressed.
2. (v) So, Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. (i) Since all her methods failed, finally she gave him a pain-killer.
4. (iv) But, Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat Peter.
5. (ii) The pain-killer triggered adverse reactions on Peter.

21. Make notes or write a summary of the following passage:

Notes on Tree Conservation

Title: The Importance of Tree Conservation
1. Definition & Trend

• 1.1. Preservation & mgmt. of forests/trees.
• 1.2. A principle, policy, & practice.
• 1.3. Popular since late 20th/early 21st cent.

2. Value of Forests

• 2.1. Great value to civilization, wildlife, ecosystems.
• 2.2. Influences climate.
• 2.3. Conserves other natural resources.

3. Conflicts of Interest

• 3.1. At odds with for-profit companies.
• 3.2. Conflicts with land clearing for agri. & other uses.

4. Primary Goal & Reasons

• 4.1. Goal: Preserve & protect forests.
• 4.2. Reasons:
  • a. Preserve wildlife habitat.
  • b. Prevent soil erosion.
  • c. Preserve beauty for future generations.

SECTION - D

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x5=5)

22. Quote from memory.
River River ...... impetuous youth.

Answer:
"River, River, brimming River,
Broad and deep, and still as time;
Seeming still, yet still in motion,
Tending onward to the ocean,
Just like mortal prime."

Note: The prompt in the paper seems to have a mismatch. I have provided the stanza following the one ending in "impetuous youth." The requested line likely refers to the first stanza of the poem "The River".

23. a) The Eco club of your school is organizing Dengue Awareness Program. Design an attractive poster giving relevant details.

Dengue Awareness Poster

STOP THE BITE! FIGHT DENGUE!

Join the Dengue Awareness Program

Protect yourself and your family. A small bite can be deadly!

PREVENTION IS THE BEST CURE:

• ✓ Keep your surroundings clean.
• ✓ Do not let water stagnate in coolers, pots, or tyres.
• ✓ Use mosquito nets and repellents.
• ✓ Cover all water containers.

BEWARE OF SYMPTOMS: High Fever, Severe Headache, Joint & Muscle Pain, Rashes.

Organised by: The Eco Club, [Your School Name]

PART - IV

Answer any ONE of the following. (1x8=8)

24. Tom Sawyer -felt sad-Becky Thatcher-stopped coming-school-Aunt Polly-try various remedies the pain killer-cat-adverse effect-Aunty Polly-realized-mistake.

Tom Sawyer's Melancholy
Tom Sawyer felt sad and miserable because Becky Thatcher had stopped coming to school after falling ill. His heart was full of sorrow, and he lost interest in all his usual activities, including playing war and pirates. Seeing his depressed state, Aunt Polly became worried. Believing he was physically sick, she decided to try various remedies on him. She gave him hot baths, cold showers, and a range of strange medicines, but nothing worked. Finally, she tried a popular medicine called 'Pain-killer'. Tom disliked it and, in a moment of mischief, gave a dose to the cat, Peter. The pain-killer had a dramatic and adverse effect on Peter, who began to leap and dash around the room wildly. Seeing this chaotic reaction, Aunty Polly realized her mistake. She understood that Tom was not physically ill but was suffering from a broken heart, and her remedies were not what he needed.

25. Read the following passage and answer the questions given below.

In 1977, Mr. Nicholas Scotti, a journalist from San Francisco, flew from America to Italy to visit his cousins. The plane stopped for an hour in JFK Airport in New York. Mr. Scotti thought he was at Rome Airport and got off the plane. Of course, his cousins were not there to meet him. Mr. Scotti spent two days in New York believing he was in Rome. In their letters, his cousins always talked about the traffic problems and the famous building in Rome. Mr. Scotti decided to find their home without their help. On his journey round the city, Mr. Scotti asked a policeman to tell him the way to the bus station in Italian. Luckily, the policeman was an Italian from Naples, Italy and could reply in the same language. On the next day, after 12 hours of travelling round by buses, Mr. Scotti was surprised that the policemen and drivers speak in English. A policeman tried to tell him that he was in New York, but Mr. Scotti didn't believe it and even got angry.

a) Where did Mr. Nicholas Scotti fly?

Answer: Mr. Nicholas Scotti flew from America to Italy.

b) What did the policeman try to tell Mr. Scotti?

Answer: The policeman tried to tell Mr. Scotti that he was in New York, not Rome.

c) How many days did Mr. Scotti spend in New York believing he was in Rome?

Answer: Mr. Scotti spent two days in New York believing he was in Rome.

d) What did his cousins talk about in their letters?

Answer: In their letters, his cousins always talked about the traffic problems and the famous buildings in Rome.

9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Chengalpattu District

9th English Second Mid Term Test 2024 - Solved Paper

Question Paper

Here is the original question paper for your reference.

Solutions

This section provides detailed answers to all the questions from the test paper.

I. Choose the appropriate Synonym for the underlined words: (3x1=3)

1) When Pongo caught the narrator with the oranges, he was very frightened.

a) undaunted b) afraid c) Valiant d) brave

2) The narrator was in trouble because he took the oranges.

a) peace b) difficulty c) harmony d) comfort

3) The voice in his head asked the narrator to eat the evidence.

a) proof b) contradict c) disprove d) refuse

II. Choose the appropriate Antonym for the underlined words: (3x1=3)

1) Clem Jones was ordered to open the box.

a) prepared b) arranged c) forced d) requested

2) The narrator of the story felt very sick for a week.

a) healthy b) disordered c) feeble d) unhealthy

3) Pongo carefully searched the narrator's pockets.

a) attentively b) carelessly c) coutiously d) strictly

III. Choose the correct phrase to complete sentence: (2x1=2)

1) Children growing up in the city are often especially fond of time spent at the playground.

2) He gave up his seat to a pregnant woman.

IV. Complete sentence with one of the Modal verbs given below: (3x1=3)

1) When he was fourteen, he could run fast.

2) I couldn't go to the school, yesterday because I was ill.

3) You may wear a coat, it's quite warm.

V. Answer any three of the following in one or two sentences: (3x2=6)

1) Who is Pongo?

Pongo was a policeman at the docks who was known for his keen eye in catching people trying to smuggle things.

2) What was the narrator carrying in his pockets?

The narrator was carrying seventeen stolen oranges in his pockets.

3) What is the cheapest means of transport?

Walking is the cheapest means of transport.

4) What are the two sources of water?

Two primary sources of water are surface water (like rivers, lakes) and groundwater (like wells, aquifers).

VI. Answer any one of the following paragraph: (1x5=5)

1) Describe the confrontation between the narrator and pongo.

The confrontation between the narrator and Pongo was tense and fearful for the narrator. After stealing seventeen oranges, the narrator was caught by Pongo, the dock policeman. Pongo suspected the narrator was hiding something because his pockets were bulging and he was trying to leave quietly. He cornered the narrator and, despite the narrator's denial, Pongo was determined to search him. Trapped and terrified of being caught, a voice in the narrator's head urged him to eat the evidence. This led to the desperate act of stuffing all the oranges, including the peels and pips, into his mouth before Pongo could find them, leaving the policeman utterly bewildered.

2) What are some measures that are used to prevent soil erosion?

Soil erosion is the washing or blowing away of the top layer of soil. Several measures can be taken to prevent it. The most effective method is afforestation, which involves planting more trees, as their roots hold the soil firmly. On hilly terrains, terrace farming and contour ploughing are practiced. These methods slow down the flow of water, reducing its power to erode soil. Building bunds or embankments across farms and along riverbanks also helps to check water flow and prevent soil loss. Additionally, practicing crop rotation and using cover crops helps maintain soil health and structure, making it less susceptible to erosion by wind and water.

VII. Read the following stanzas and answer the questions given below: (8x1=8)

1) "With buzzy wings she hung aloft, then near and nearer drew, Thinking only of her brilliant eyes, and green and purple hue".

a) Who does 'she' refer to?

'She' refers to the fly.

b) What was 'she' thinking of?

'She' was thinking only of her own beautiful appearance, specifically her brilliant eyes and her green and purple colours.

2) "The way into my parlour is up a winding stair, And I've many curious things to show when you are there".

a) How to reach the spider's parlour?

One can reach the spider's parlour by going up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

3) "Then he came out to his door again, and merrily did sing", "Come hither, hither, pretty fly, with the pearl and silver wing; your robes are green and purple - there's a crest upon your head; your eyes are like the diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!"

a) Identify the figure of speech in the second line.

Metaphor ("pearl and silver wing").

b) Pick out the rhyming words from the above lines.

sing - wing, head - lead.

c) Pick out the alliterated words in the fourth line.

diamond - dull.

d) Identify the rhyme scheme of the given lines.

aabb.

VIII. Answer the following questions: (1x2=2)

1) A stranger wants to visit the post office. Write the steps to guide him to reach his destination.

Here are the steps to guide the stranger:

1. Start from your current position and go straight; you will reach the Main Road.
2. Turn right and walk straight along the Main Road.
3. You will pass a school on your left; thereafter, an ATM on your right. Continue walking straight.
4. The Post Office will be on your left side, directly opposite the hotel.

IX. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct sequence: (5x1=5)

The correct sequence of the sentences is:

1. Tom was dull and depressed.
2. So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
4. But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.
5. The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.

X. Develop the following hints as a paragraph: (1x5=5)

Hints: Tom's friend - Becky - Stopped School - Tom dull - Aunt polly -tried - Pain Killer - gave péter - Aunt felt sorry - teary eyes.

Tom was very sad and dull because his friend, Becky Thatcher, had stopped coming to school. Seeing his depressed state, his Aunt Polly grew worried and tried various remedies on him, but nothing worked. Finally, she decided to give him a medicine called 'Pain Killer'. Tom disliked the medicine and, in a moment of mischief, gave it to the house cat, Peter. The cat went wild, jumping and creating chaos all around the room. When Aunt Polly found out what Tom had done, she understood his loneliness. She felt sorry for him and her eyes became teary with love and compassion for the boy.

XI. Punctuate the following: (3x1=3)

1) the adventures of tom sawyer is a novel about a young boy.

"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is a novel about a young boy.

Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences.

a) oranges/looked/pongo/everywhere/the/for

Pongo looked everywhere for the oranges.

b) all/water/life/is/basis/the/of

Water is the basis of all life.

XII. Look at the following picture and express your views: (1x5=5)

(The picture shows a person suffering from extreme heat under a scorching sun. The plants around are wilting, and the ground appears dry.)

This picture tells us a story about staying safe from germs! We see a person wearing a mask and running very fast, almost like they're in a race. They're trying to get away from those spiky, green things with angry faces, which are like tiny germs or viruses that can make us sick. The picture reminds us that wearing a mask is a really good way to protect ourselves, and it's important to be quick and careful, just like the person running, to avoid those tricky germs and stay healthy.

9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Thiruvallur District

9th Standard English Second Mid Term Test 2024 - Solved Paper

SECOND MID TERM TEST - 2024

Standard: IX

Subject: ENGLISH

Time: 1.30 hrs

Marks: 50

I. Choose the appropriate Synonym for the underlined words:

3×1=3

1) When Pongo caught the narrator with the oranges, he was very frightened

a) undaunted

b) afraid

c) Valiant

d) brave

2) The narrator was in trouble because he took the oranges.

a) peace

b) difficulty

c) harmony

d) comfort

3) The voice in his head asked the narrator to eat the evidence

a) proof

b) contradict

c) disprove

d) refuse

II. Choose the appropriate Antonym for the underlined words:

3×1=3

1) Clem Jones was ordered to open the box

a) prepared

b) arranged

c) forced

d) requested

2) The narrator of the story felt very sick for a week

a) healthy

b) disordered

c) feeble

d) unhealthy

3) Pongo carefully searched the narrator's pockets

a) attentively

b) carelessly

c) coutiously

d) strictly

III. Choose the correct phrase to complete sentence:

2×1=2

1) Children growing up in the city are often especially fond of time spent at the playground.

a) fond of

b) look at

c) give up

2) He gave up his seat to a pregnant woman.

a) figure out

b) gave up

c) laughed at

IV. Complete sentence with one of the Modal verbs given below:

3×1=3

(couldn't, may, could)

1) When he was fourteen, he could run fast.

2) I couldn't go to the school, yesterday because I was ill.

3) You may wear a coat, it's quite warm.

V. Answer any three of the following in one or two sentences:

3×2=6

1) Who is Pongo?

Answer: Pongo is a policeman who works at the docks and is known for being very observant.

2) What was the narrator carrying in his pockets?

Answer: The narrator was carrying seventeen oranges, which he had stolen, in his pockets.

3) What is the cheapest means of transport?

Answer: The cheapest means of transport is the waterway, as it has low maintenance costs compared to roads and railways.

4) What are the two sources of water?

Answer: The two main sources of water are surface water (from rivers, lakes, and reservoirs) and groundwater (from wells and springs).

VI. Answer any one of the following paragraph:

1×5=5

1) Describe the confrontation between the narrator and Pongo.

Answer: The confrontation between the narrator and Pongo was tense and frightening for the narrator. After stealing seventeen oranges, the narrator was caught by Pongo, the policeman. Pongo knew the narrator was hiding something and calmly but firmly searched his pockets. He found the oranges and, instead of arresting him, decided to teach him a lesson. He made the narrator eat all seventeen oranges on the spot, including the peels and pips. This humiliating experience served as a powerful deterrent, and the narrator never stole again.

2) What are some measures that are used to prevent soil erosion?

Answer: Several measures are used to prevent soil erosion. Afforestation, the planting of trees, is a key method as tree roots bind the soil together. Terrace farming on hillsides creates step-like flat areas that slow down water flow and prevent soil from being washed away. Contour ploughing, which involves ploughing along the contours of the land, also helps reduce water runoff. Building check dams across gullies can trap soil and water. Additionally, practicing crop rotation and using cover crops helps maintain soil health and structure, making it less susceptible to erosion.

VII. Read the following stanzas and answer the questions given below:

8×1=8

Stanza 1

"With buzzy wings she hung aloft, then near and nearer drew,
Thinking only of her brilliant eyes, and green and purple hue".

a) Who does 'she' refer to?

Answer: 'She' refers to the fly.

b) What was 'she' thinking of?

Answer: 'She' was thinking of her own brilliant eyes and her green and purple hue.

Stanza 2

"The way into my parlour is up a winding stair,
And I've many curious things to show when you are there".

a) How to reach the spider's parlour?

Answer: To reach the spider's parlour, one must go up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

Answer: The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

Stanza 3

"Then he came out to his door again, and merrily did sing",
"Come hither, hither, pretty fly, with the pearl and silver wing;
your robes are green and purple - there's a crest upon your head;
your eyes are like the diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!

a) Identify the figure of speech in the second line.

Answer: The figure of speech is Apostrophe, as the spider is directly addressing the fly.

b) Pick out the rhyming words from the above lines.

Answer: The rhyming words are sing-wing and head-lead.

c) Pick out the alliterated words in the fourth line.

Answer: The alliterated words are 'dull' and 'diamond'.

d) Identify the rhyme scheme of the given lines.

Answer: The rhyme scheme is aabb.

VIII. Answer the following questions:

1×2=2

1) A stranger wants to visit the post office. Write the steps to guide him to reach his destination.

Answer: To reach the post office, please follow these steps:

1. Start from your current position and go straight; you will reach the Main Road.
2. Turn right and walk straight along the Main Road.
3. You will pass a school on your left; thereafter, an ATM on your right. Continue walking straight.
4. The Post Office will be on your left side, directly opposite the hotel.

IX. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct sequence:

5×1=5

1) The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.
2) So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3) Tom was dull and depressed.
4) Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
5) But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.

Correct Sequence:

1. Tom was dull and depressed.
2. So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
4. But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.
5. The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.

Correct order of numbers: 3, 2, 4, 5, 1

X. Develop the following hints as a paragraph:

1×5=5

Hints: Tom's friend - Becky - Stopped School - Tom dull - Aunt polly -tried - Pain Killer - gave peter - Aunt felt sorry - teary eyes.

Answer: When Tom's friend, Becky Thatcher, stopped coming to school, Tom became very dull and depressed. He lost all interest in his activities. Seeing his condition, Aunt Polly grew concerned and tried various remedies to cheer him up, but nothing worked. Finally, she decided to give him a painkiller. However, Tom gave the painkiller to the cat, Peter, who reacted wildly to it. When Aunt Polly discovered what Tom had done, she understood the cause of his sadness. She felt sorry for him and had teary eyes, realizing his deep affection for Becky.

XI. Punctuate the following and Rearrange:

3×1=3

1) Punctuate the following:

the adventures of tom sawyer is a novel about a young boy.

Answer: "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is a novel about a young boy.

2) Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences.

a) oranges/looked/pongo/everywhere/the/for

Answer: Pongo looked everywhere for the oranges.

b) all/water/life/is/basis/the/of

Answer: Water is the basis of all life.

XII. Look at the following picture and express your views:

1×5=5

Answer: The picture vividly illustrates the constant threat of germs and viruses in our environment. It shows a person surrounded by microscopic enemies, reminding us of our vulnerability to diseases. This image highlights the critical importance of personal hygiene and public health measures. To protect ourselves, we must regularly wash our hands, maintain a clean living space, eat a balanced diet to boost our immunity, and follow health guidelines, such as wearing masks and social distancing during outbreaks. Health is our greatest wealth, and taking preventive measures is the wisest way to safeguard it.

9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Cuddalore District

9th English - Second Mid Term Test 2024
Solutions

Standard: IX | Subject: English | Marks: 50 | Time: 1.30 hrs

I. Choose the appropriate Synonym for the underlined words: (3×1=3)

1) When Pongo caught the narrator with the oranges, he was very frightened.

b) afraid

2) The narrator was in trouble because he took the oranges.

b) difficulty

3) The voice in his head asked the narrator to eat the evidence.

a) proof

II. Choose the appropriate Antonym for the underlined words: (3x1=3)

1) Clem Jones was ordered to open the box.

d) requested

2) The narrator of the story felt very sick for a week.

a) healthy

3) Pongo carefully searched the narrator's pockets.

b) carelessly

III. Choose the correct phrase to complete sentence: (2x1=2)

1) Children growing up in the city are often especially ________ time spent at the playground.

a) fond of

2) He ________ his seat to a pregnant woman.

b) gave up

IV. Complete sentence with one of the Modal verbs given below: (couldn't, may, could) (3x1=3)

1) When he was fourteen, he could run fast.

2) I couldn't go to the school, yesterday because I was ill.

3) You may wear a coat, it's quite warm.

V. Answer any three of the following in one or two sentences: (3x2=6)

1) Who is Pongo?

Pongo is a policeman who caught the narrator stealing the oranges.

2) What was the narrator carrying in his pockets?

The narrator was carrying seventeen oranges in his pockets.

3) What is the cheapest means of transport?

Water transport is the cheapest means of transport.

4) What are the two sources of water?

The two main sources of water are surface water (from rivers, lakes, etc.) and groundwater (from wells, aquifers, etc.).

VI. Answer any one of the following paragraph: (1x5=5)

1) Describe the confrontation between the narrator and pongo.

The confrontation between the narrator and Pongo was tense and comical. When Pongo, the policeman, caught the narrator with his pockets bulging, he calmly questioned him. The narrator was terrified and tried to deny having anything. A voice in the narrator's head urged him to "eat the evidence". In a panic, the narrator began to eat all seventeen oranges, including the peels and pips. Pongo watched, first with suspicion, then with amusement and disgust. After the narrator had consumed all the oranges and there was no evidence left, Pongo, with nothing to charge him for, let him go with a warning.

2) What are some measures that are used to prevent soil erosion?

Several measures can be used to prevent soil erosion. These include:

• Afforestation and Reforestation: Planting trees helps bind the soil with their roots.
• Terrace Farming: Cutting steps into slopes to slow down the flow of water.
• Contour Ploughing: Ploughing along the contours of a slope to prevent water from washing soil away.
• Building Bunds: Constructing small embankments across fields to hold water and soil.
• Cover Crops: Planting crops like legumes or grass to cover the soil and protect it from wind and rain.
• Controlling Overgrazing: Limiting the number of animals grazing on a piece of land to prevent loss of vegetation cover.

VII. Read the following stanzas and answer the questions given below: (8×1=8)

1) "With buzzy wings she hung aloft, then near and nearer drew, Thinking only of her brilliant eyes, and green and purple hue".

a) Who does 'she' refer to?

'She' refers to the fly.

b) What was 'she' thinking of?

She was thinking only of her own beautiful appearance—her brilliant eyes and her green and purple colour.

2) "The way into my parlour is up a winding stair, And I've many curious things to show when you are there"

a) How to reach the spider's parlour?

One can reach the spider's parlour by going up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

3) "Then he came out to his door again, and merrily did sing",
"Come hither, hither, pretty fly, with the pearl and silver wing;
your robes are green and purple - there's a crest upon your head;
your eyes are like the diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!"

a) Identify the figure of speech in the second line.

Metaphor: "pearl and silver wing". The fly's wing is directly compared to pearl and silver.

b) Pick out the rhyming words from the above lines.

sing – wing; head – lead

c) Pick out the alliterated words in the fourth line.

The alliterated words are diamond and dull.

d) Identify the rhyme scheme of the given lines.

The rhyme scheme is aabb.

VIII. Answer the following questions: (1x2=2)

1) A stranger wants to visit the post office. Write the steps to guide him to reach his destination.

Here are the steps to guide the stranger:

1. Start from your current position and go straight; you will reach the Main Road.
2. Turn right and walk straight along the Main Road.
3. You will pass a school on your left; thereafter, an ATM on your right. Continue walking straight.
4. The Post Office will be on your left side, directly opposite the hotel.

IX. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct sequence: (5x1=5)

1. The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.
2. So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. Tom was dull and depressed.
4. Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
5. But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.

Correct Sequence:

1. (3) Tom was dull and depressed.
2. (2) So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. (4) Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
4. (5) But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.
5. (1) The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.

X. Develop the following hints as a paragraph: (1x5=5)

Tom's friend - Becky - Stopped School - Tom dull - Aunt polly -tried - Pain Killer- gave peter - Aunt felt sorry - teary eyes.

Tom was feeling dull and depressed because his friend, Becky Thatcher, had stopped coming to school after their argument. Seeing his gloomy state, his Aunt Polly tried various remedies to cheer him up, but nothing worked. Finally, she resorted to giving him a strong medicine called a "Pain-killer". Tom disliked the medicine and, in a moment of mischief, gave a dose to the cat, Peter. The pain-killer made the cat go wild, causing chaos in the house. When Aunt Polly discovered what Tom had done and why, she understood his deep sadness. She felt sorry for him and her eyes became teary, realizing his heartache was real.

XI. Punctuate the following: (3x1=3)

1) the adventures of tom sawyer is a novel about a young boy.

"The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is a novel about a young boy.

2) Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences.

a) oranges/looked/pongo/everywhere/the/for

Pongo looked everywhere for the oranges.

b) all/water/life/is/basis/the/of

Water is the basis of all life.

XII. Look at the following picture and express your views: (1x5=5)

This picture tells us a story about staying safe from germs! We see a person wearing a mask and running very fast, almost like they're in a race. They're trying to get away from those spiky, green things with angry faces, which are like tiny germs or viruses that can make us sick. The picture reminds us that wearing a mask is a really good way to protect ourselves, and it's important to be quick and careful, just like the person running, to avoid those tricky germs and stay healthy.

9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Chennai District

Class 9 English Second Mid Term Test 2024 - Chennai | Fully Solved Question Paper

Solutions

PART-I

Answer all the questions. (10x1=10)

Choose the appropriate synonyms for the underlined words.

• 1. You've stolen these oranges and concealed them in your pockets.

  (c) Hidden

• 2. ...most fertile and densely populated areas to be found teeming with life and vegetation.

  (b) Filled

• 3. Clem looked at pongo furiously.

  (d) Angrily

Choose the appropriate Antonyms for the underlined words.

• 4. Pongo carefully searched the narrator's pockets.

  (a) Carelessly

• 5. By far the cheapest form of internal transport in a country is by boats and barges through canals.

  (d) Costliest

• 6. Pongo left the cabin and locked the door behind him.

  (a) Ahead

7. Choose the appropriate Modal Verb for the given sentence.

• When she was eighteen, She ______ run fast.

  (b) could

8. Choose the correct form of the present tense from the option.

• A good student always ______ hard.

  (a) works

9. Choose the suitable meaning for the Idiom found in the sentence.

• My uncle is an arm chair expert.

  (c) best advisor without practical knowledge

10. Complete the following sentence using appropriate Prepositional Phrase.

• ______ fire, break the glass to escape.

  (c) In case of

PART - II SECTION - I

Answer any three of the following.

11. What are some measures that are used to prevent Soil Erosion?

Some measures to prevent soil erosion are:

• Terracing of land.
• Construction of bunds to check the flow of water.
• Contour cultivation.
• Planting of appropriate types of vegetation (afforestation).

12. Why did the narrator call Clem Jones a careful planner?

The narrator called Clem Jones a careful planner because Clem had planned meticulously to get the narrator's boat. He made the narrator drunk and then made him sign a document transferring the boat's ownership to him, all while having two witnesses ready to testify.

13. What did Pongo consider a evidence against the narrator?

Pongo considered the narrator's knowledge about the stolen oranges as evidence against him. The narrator correctly identified them as Seville oranges just by their smell, which made Pongo suspicious that he must have been involved in stealing them.

14. How does Soil erosion happen and What are its main causes?

Soil erosion happens when the top layer of soil is washed or blown away. The main causes are the action of wind and water. This is often aggravated by human activities like deforestation, improper farming techniques, and overgrazing. Heavy rainfall, steep slopes, and the absence of vegetation cover are major contributing factors.

PART - II SECTION - II

Read the following poetic lines and answer the question given below.

15. "The way into my parlour is up a winding stair,
And I've many curious things to show when you are there".

a) How can the fly reach the spider's parlour?

The fly can reach the spider's parlour by going up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

16. "Sweet creature" said the spider 'you're witty and you're wise.
How handsome are your gauzy wings, how brilliant are your eyes".

a) List the words used by the spider to describe the fly?

The words used are: sweet, witty, wise, handsome (gauzy wings), and brilliant (eyes).

b) Why does the spider say that the fly is witty?

The spider says the fly is witty as a form of flattery to trick the fly into its web. It is not a genuine compliment but a part of its cunning plan.

c) Pick out the rhyming words used in the following lines?

The rhyming words are 'wise' and 'eyes'.

PART - II SECTION - III

Answer any two of the following.

17. Punctuate the following sentence.
i can smell them said the other policeman

"I can smell them," said the other policeman.

18. Rearrange the words to form a meaningful sentence.
life / the / is / basis / water / all / of

Water is the basis of all life.

19. A stranger wants to visit the Hospital. Guide him to reach his destination.

Here are the directions from your current position ("You are here"):

1. Go straight ahead on the Main Road.
2. You will pass the SBI ATM on your right.
3. Continue walking a short distance.
4. The Hospital will be on your left.

PART - III SECTION - I

Answer any two of the following in a paragraph. (2x5=10)

20. Describe the confrontation between the Narrator and Pongo?

The confrontation between the narrator and Pongo was tense and filled with suspicion. After the narrator locked his cabin door, Pongo, the policeman, became suspicious. He confronted the narrator, accusing him of stealing the oranges that had been loaded onto the boat. Pongo's suspicion grew stronger when the narrator, trying to appear knowledgeable, correctly identified the oranges as "Seville" just by their smell. This unintentional display of expertise was seen by Pongo as conclusive evidence of the narrator's guilt. The narrator vehemently denied the accusation, but Pongo was convinced and searched him and his cabin, solidifying the conflict between them.

21. How does C.V. Raman show that water is the real Elixir of Life?

Sir C.V. Raman, in his essay "Water: The Elixir of Life," illustrates that water is the true life-giving nectar. He contrasts the barren, sandy desert with the vibrant, fertile plains of the Nile valley, attributing the difference solely to the presence of water. He beautifully describes how water adds beauty to the landscape, from trickling streams to village ponds that quench the thirst of cattle. He emphasizes its critical role in agriculture, making life and civilization possible. Furthermore, he points out the immense potential of water in generating hydroelectric power, which can boost a country's economy. Thus, Raman concludes that this common substance, water, is the most potent and wonderful thing on earth, the true elixir of life.

22. What happens if we fall a prey to flattery? Give instances from the poem 'The Spider and the Fly'.

If we fall prey to flattery, we can be led into dangerous traps, lose our sense of judgment, and ultimately face destruction. The poem "The Spider and the Fly" perfectly illustrates this. The cunning Spider uses flattery as its primary weapon to lure the innocent Fly. Initially, the Fly is cautious and refuses the Spider's invitations. However, the Spider then starts praising the Fly's "gauzy wings," "brilliant eyes," "pearly" body, and its wisdom. The Fly, captivated by these false compliments, lets its guard down. Its vanity overpowers its reason. This leads the Fly to return to the Spider's web, where it is ultimately trapped and killed. The poem serves as a powerful warning that we should not listen to idle, silly, flattering words, as they often hide malicious intent.

PART - III SECTION - II

Answer any one of the following. (1x5=5)

23. a) Rearrange the following sentence in coherent order.

The correct order is:

1. ii) One day Tom was in the act of dosing the crack.
2. v) Peter came along purring, eyeing the teaspoon greedily and begging for a taste.
3. i) Peter was agreeable.
4. iii) Tom opened his mouth and poured down the painkiller.
5. iv) Peter sprang the couple of yard in the air, and delivered a war whoop.

23. b) Read the passage and Answer the question given:

Becky Thatcher his friend had stopped coming to school. This disturbed Tom. He became unhappy. The charm of his life was gone, There was nothing but boredom left. He put his hoops away and his bat. There was no joy in them anymore and so his aunt polly was concerened. She was infatuated with patent medicines and all new methods of producing health or mending it. She was an incurable experimenter in these things.

a) Who is Tom's Friend?
Tom's friend is Becky Thatcher.

b) Why did he became unhappy?
He became unhappy because his friend, Becky Thatcher, had stopped coming to school.

c) Who was his aunt?
His aunt was Aunt Polly.

d) Why was she concerned?
She was concerned because Tom was unhappy, and she noticed that the joy and charm had gone from his life.

e) With what she was infatuated?
She was infatuated with patent medicines and all new methods of producing or mending health.

PART - III SECTION - III

Answer any two of the following. (2x5=10)

24. Prepare an attractive Advertisement using the hints given below.
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• Elegant Wooden Chairs
• Spacious Dining Tables
• Plush, Comfortable Sofas
• And much more!

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Hurry Up! Offer for a limited time only!

Convenient DOOR DELIVERY available.

Visit us at: Bazzar Road, Chennai.

25. You are Aadhar while you were away on a holiday. Your house was burgled. Write a letter to your friend telling him/her about it.

12, Park Street,
Chennai - 600028.
15th October 2024.

Dear Ravi,

Hope this letter finds you well. I'm writing to you with some shocking news. We returned from our holiday in Kodaikanal last night to find our house had been burgled.

The whole trip was so refreshing, and we were all in high spirits. But when we reached home, we saw the main door lock was broken. The entire house was ransacked. They took my mother's jewellery, my new laptop, and some cash we had kept in the cupboard. It was a complete mess.

We immediately called the police, and they have started their investigation. We are all safe, but the incident has left us quite shaken. It feels so violating to know that strangers have been through our personal belongings. I just wanted to let you know. I'll call you in a day or two to talk more.

Your loving friend,
Aadhar

26. Write an Article for your school Magazine describing your experience about the unexpected turn of events in your life in 100 words.

A Twist of Fate

By: [Your Name], Class IX

Life is often a journey of predictable routines, but sometimes, it throws a curveball that changes everything. I experienced such an unexpected turn last month during the inter-school science fair. I had spent weeks perfecting my "Smart Irrigation System" model. On the day of the event, just as I was about to present, the main water pump in my model short-circuited. Panic set in. Thinking on my feet, I quickly reconfigured the circuit using a spare battery and a manual switch. My improvised presentation, explaining both the original design and the on-the-spot troubleshooting, impressed the judges more than the flawless models. I won first prize, not for perfection, but for resilience. It taught me that our true strength is revealed not when things go right, but when they go unexpectedly wrong.

27. Look at the picture and Express your views in about five sentences.

1. The picture depicts a vibrant and well-stocked library or bookstore filled with children.
2. Three young childern are deeply engrossed in reading, suggesting a love for books and learning.
3. The shelves are packed with countless books, indicating a rich and diverse collection available to the readers.
4. The atmosphere seems quiet and focused, perfect for immersing oneself in the world of stories and knowledge.
5. This image highlights the importance of fostering a reading habit in children from a young age.

9th English - 2nd Mid Term Exam 2024 - Original Question Paper | Ranipet District

9th English Second Mid Term Test 2024

Complete Question Paper with Solutions

SECOND MID TERM TEST - 2024

Standard - IX

ENGLISH

Time: 1.30 hrs      Marks: 50

I. Choose the appropriate Synonym for the underlined words: (3×1=3)

1) When Pongo caught the narrator with the oranges, he was very frightened

a) undaunted     b) afraid     c) Valiant     d) brave

Answer: b) afraid

2) The narrator was in trouble because he took the oranges.

a) peace     b) difficulty     c) harmony     d) comfort

Answer: b) difficulty

3) The voice in his head, asked the narrator to eat the evidence

a) proof     b) contradict     c) disprove     d) refuse

Answer: a) proof

II. Choose the appropriate Antonym for the underlined words: (3×1=3)

1) Clem Jones was ordered to open the box

a) prepared     b) arranged     c) forced     d) requested

Answer: d) requested

2) The narrator of the story felt very sick for a week

a) healthy     b) disordered     c) feeble     d) unhealthy

Answer: a) healthy

3) Pongo carefully searched the narrator's pockets

a) attentively     b) carelessly     c) coutiously     d) strictly

Answer: b) carelessly

III. Choose the correct phrase to complete sentence: (2×1=2)

1) Children growing up in the city are often especially _________ time spent at the playground.

a) fond of     b) look at     c) give up

Answer: a) fond of

2) He _________ his seat to a pregnant woman.

a) figure out     b) gave up     c) laughed at

Answer: b) gave up

IV. Complete sentence with one of the Modal verbs given below: (3×1=3)

couldn't, may, could

1) When he was fourteen, he _________ run fast.

Answer: could

2) I _________ go to the school yesterday because I was ill.

Answer: couldn't

3) You _________ wear a coat, it's quite warm.

Answer: couldn't

V. Answer any three of the following in one or two sentences: (3×2=6)

1) Who is Pongo?

Answer: Pongo is a policeman who caught the narrator for stealing oranges.

2) What was the narrator carrying in his pockets?

Answer: The narrator was carrying seventeen stolen oranges in his pockets.

3) What is the cheapest means of transport?

Answer: Walking is the cheapest means of transport as it costs nothing.

4) What are the two sources of water?

Answer: The two main sources of water are surface water (like rivers, lakes) and groundwater (like wells, borewells).

VI. Answer any one of the following paragraph: (1×5=5)

1) Describe the confrontation between the narrator and pongo.

Answer: The confrontation between the narrator and Pongo was tense and intimidating for the narrator. After the narrator stole seventeen oranges and hid them in his pockets, he was caught by Pongo, the policeman. The narrator was very frightened. Pongo, instead of arresting him, decided on a unique punishment. He made the narrator eat all seventeen oranges, including the peels and the pips, as a way to destroy the evidence. The narrator struggled to swallow everything, felt very sick, and suffered immensely. After he finished, Pongo let him go, teaching him a harsh lesson he would never forget.

2) What are some measures that are used to prevent soil erosion?

Answer: Soil erosion is the washing away of the top layer of soil. Several measures can be taken to prevent it. The most effective method is afforestation, which is planting more trees, as their roots hold the soil firmly. On hilly areas, terrace farming and contour ploughing can be practiced to reduce the speed of water flow. Building check dams across streams also helps to slow down water and trap sediment. Preventing overgrazing by cattle and practicing crop rotation are other important measures that help maintain soil health and prevent erosion.

VII. Read the following stanzas and answer the questions given below: (8×1=8)

1) "With buzzy wings she hung aloft, then near and nearer drew,
Thinking only of her brillant eyes, and green and purple hue".

a) Who does 'she' refer to?

Answer: 'She' refers to the fly.

b) What was 'she' thinking of?

Answer: She was thinking of her own beautiful appearance, specifically her brilliant eyes and her green and purple hue.

2) "The way into my parlour is up a winding stair,
And I've many curious things to show when you are there".

a) How to reach the spider's parlour?

Answer: One can reach the spider's parlour by going up a winding stair.

b) What will the fly get to see in the parlour?

Answer: The fly will get to see many curious things in the parlour.

3) "Then he came out to his door again, and merrily did sing",
"Come hither, hither, pretty fly, with the pearl and silver wing;
your robes are green and purple - there's a crest upon your head;
your eyes are like the diamond bright, but mine are dull as lead!

a) Identify the figure of speech in the second line.

Answer: This is a reference to the fourth line of the stanza: "your eyes are like the diamond bright". The figure of speech is a Simile, as it uses the word 'like' to make a comparison.

b) Pick out the rhyming words from the above lines

Answer: The rhyming words are: sing - wing; head - lead.

c) Pick out the alliterated words in the fourth line

Answer: The alliterated words are: diamond, dull.

d) Identify the rhyme scheme of the given lines.

Answer: The rhyme scheme is aabb.

VIII. Answer the following questions: (1×2=2)

1) A stranger wants to visit the post office. Write the steps to guide him to reach his destination.

Answer: Here are the steps to guide the stranger:

1. Start from your current position and go straight; you will reach the Main Road.
2. Turn right and walk straight along the Main Road.
3. You will pass a school on your left; thereafter, an ATM on your right. Continue walking straight.
4. The Post Office will be on your left side, directly opposite the hotel.

IX. Rearrange the following sentences in the correct sequence: (5×1=5)

• 1) The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.
• 2) So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
• 3) Tom was dull and depressed.
• 4) Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
• 5) But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.

Correct Sequence:

1. (3) Tom was dull and depressed.
2. (2) So Aunt Polly tried different types of remedies on him.
3. (4) Since all her methods failed finally she gave him a pain killer.
4. (5) But Tom gave that pain-killer to the cat peter.
5. (1) The painkiller triggered adverse reactions on peter.

X. Develop the following hints as a paragraph: (1×5=5)

Tom's friend - Becky - Stopped School - Tom dull - Aunt Polly-tried - Pain Killer- gave peter - Aunt felt sorry - teary eyes.

Answer:

Tom Sawyer became very dull and depressed when his friend, Becky Thatcher, stopped coming to school. He lost interest in everything. His Aunt Polly noticed his sadness and tried various remedies to cheer him up, but nothing worked. Finally, she decided to give him a strong medicine called a 'Pain-killer'. Tom disliked the medicine and, in a moment of mischief, gave a spoonful to the cat, Peter. The painkiller caused the cat to react wildly, jumping and creating chaos. Seeing this, Aunt Polly realised her treatment was too harsh and felt very sorry for both Tom and the cat, her eyes filling with tears.

XI. Punctuate the following: (3×1=3)

1) the adventures of tom sawyer is a novel about a young boy.

Answer: "The Adventures of Tom Sawyer" is a novel about a young boy.

2) Rearrange the words in the correct order to make meaningful sentences.

a) oranges/looked/pongo/everywhere/the/for

Answer: Pongo looked everywhere for the oranges.

b) all/water/life/is/basis/the/of

Answer: Water is the basis of all life.

XII. Look at the following picture and express your views: (1×5=5)

Answer:

This picture tells us a story about staying safe from germs! We see a person wearing a mask and running very fast, almost like they're in a race. They're trying to get away from those spiky, green things with angry faces, which are like tiny germs or viruses that can make us sick. The picture reminds us that wearing a mask is a really good way to protect ourselves, and it's important to be quick and careful, just like the person running, to avoid those tricky germs and stay healthy.