Class IX English Terminal Exam

General Exam Instructions

• 15 minutes are allocated for reading the question paper before the exam begins.
• The question paper is divided into three sections: Reading, Grammar & Writing, and Literature.
• Respond to questions according to the specific instructions outlined for each section.

Section - A Reading Skills

• Includes multiple-choice questions (MCQs) assessing comprehension and detail retention.
• Questions are based on a passage likely focused on notable figures—specifically Einstein and Abdu.

Key Details from Questions

• Einstein's Birthplace: Options include Bulgaria, Ulm, Georgia, or None.
• Albert's Intelligence: Albert is perceived as a genius, raising questions about his mother's view of him.
• Violin Learning Age: Inquire about the age at which Einstein began learning the violin, with multiple choices provided.
• Key Item Left Behind: Questions focus on a significant action or item left by three individuals.
• Doctor's Decisions: The exam prompts consideration of transformative decisions made by a particular doctor, categorized by wealth or intellect.
• Doctor's Profession: A question examines the doctor’s role—whether he was a teaching assistant, newspaper distributor, scientist, or caterer for the railway.
• Friend's Identity: Queries about Abdu's friend, Shiva Prakashan, and his relation to others in the context.
• Khalil Gibran's Quote: Important literary quote about children prompting reflective consideration.

Focus for Preparation

• Be familiar with significant themes surrounding Einstein's life and influences.
• Review literary components and interpretation skills, particularly related to Gibran's work.
• Understand the context around characters and their decisions as it may relate to ethical or moral implications in literature.