Class 9 Past Paper - English & Mathematics, PDF

Section A: English Analyze the following poster and answer Questions 1-5 based on the poster: 1. What was the main theme of World Environment Day 2024? A) Combating climate change B) Promoting renewable energy C) Land restoration, combatting desertification, and nurturing resilience to drought...

Section A: English Analyze the following poster and answer Questions 1-5 based on the poster: 1. What was the main theme of World Environment Day 2024? A) Combating climate change B) Promoting renewable energy C) Land restoration, combatting desertification, and nurturing resilience to drought D) Reducing plastic waste 2. How does the slogan "Our Land. Our Future" effectively convey the message of World Environment Day 2024? A) It emphasizes the need for sustainable energy sources. B) It highlights the direct connection between land health and future human well-being. C) It focuses on the technological advancements needed for environmental protection. D) It suggests that land is the only resource for future development. 3. How many people are directly affected by droughts every year as mentioned in the poster? A) 55 million B) 45 million C) 30 million D) 70 million Class9_SET1_EM 4. According to the poster, the #GenerationRestoration initiative is associated with which of the following goals? A) Reducing fossil fuel usage B) Expanding global trade networks C) Promoting technological innovation D) Combatting desertification and restoring land 5. How does land degradation impact global water resources, as indicated in the poster? A) By increasing water availability in urban areas B) By disrupting the natural water cycle and reducing fresh water resources C) By promoting sustainable irrigation practices D) By improving rainfall distribution in affected regions Read the following passage and chart given below and answer Questions 6-10 based on the same: Indian farmers are rapidly adopting the cultivation of exotic and premium fruits like avocados, blueberries, dragon fruit, and kiwis, fuelled by their growing preference in the domestic market and burgeoning exports. These fruits offer up to 50% higher returns than other local fruits, according to experts. "Over the last five years, farmers and entrepreneurs have realized the potential for exotic fruits and new varieties for both domestic and international markets," said Purnima Khandelwal, chief executive of InI Farms, a large exporter of horticulture products. Recognising the market potential, the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare has identified ten globally popular exotic fruit crops of commercial importance - avocado, blueberry, dragon fruit, figs, kiwi, mangosteen, persimmon, passion fruits, rambutans and strawberries, and directed state horticulture departments to expand the area under cultivation of these crops. Source: The Economic Times Class9_SET1_EM 6. What is driving Indian farmers to adopt the cultivation of exotic fruits like avocados, blueberries, dragon fruit, and kiwis? A) Decreased demand for local fruits B) Higher returns and increasing domestic and export demand C) Government subsidies on exotic fruit D) Government decreased subsidies 7. The word, ’horticulture’ in the passage refers to: A) The science and art of growing plants B) The science and art of growing insects C) The science and art of growing animals D) The science and art of growing silk 8. Which year marked the highest growth rate in kiwi exports according to the image, and what does this suggest about market demand? A) 2019; suggests a sudden spike in demand due to new markets B) 2020; indicates the stabilization of the market after initial interest C) 2023; reflects exponential growth of international demand D) 2022; shows a peak followed by a likely decrease in future years 9. What kind of fruits are Indian farmers increasingly cultivating? A) Tropical fruits B) Exotic and premium fruits C) Citrus fruits D) Traditional fruits 10. How much higher are the returns from exotic fruits compared to local fruits? A) 20% B) 30% C) 70% D) 50% Read the following passage and answer Questions 11-15 based on the passage: Colours are vibrations of light that surround us and play a role in every aspect of our lives. Without them, life would be dull and meaningless, as our choices in decoration and clothing heavily rely on colour. This essay will explore the significance of colours. Our ability to perceive colour is made possible by the human eye. Often, the colours we choose reflect our personalities and thoughts. In fact, colours have a profound impact on our emotions and actions. Even those who are blind can be influenced by colours. When we maintain a positive outlook, our lives are filled with vibrant colours, symbolizing happiness and confidence. In the fashion industry, colours play a crucial role. Whether in traditional or modern attire, vibrant colours enhance the beauty of an outfit. Teenagers today often wear striking colours like pink, which offers an Class9_SET1_EM elegant and feminine look that many girls adore. Bright colours like blue are also popular, transforming a simple outfit into something extraordinary. Colours are equally important in-home decoration. Many homes today are painted in bright colours, both inside and out. These colours not only draw attention but also create a relaxing atmosphere compared to plain white walls. They help revive the mood of the family members. A house adorned with various colours feels more alive, breathing life into the space. For renowned artists, colours serve as a source of inspiration, allowing them to portray life and the world in their work. Colours bring their creations to life. Similarly, great poets have found success by writing about the beauty and significance of colours. 11. According to the passage, what is one of the key reasons colours are considered important in our lives? A) Colours help in the detection of light. B) Colours are primarily used for religious rituals. C) Colours influence our emotions and actions. D) Colours are mostly associated with traditional clothing. 12. How does the passage describe the impact of colours on fashion, particularly for teenagers? A) Colours are mainly used to distinguish between traditional and modern outfits. B) Teenagers prefer wearing dull colours to maintain a serious look. C) Bright colours, such as pink, enhance the elegance and feminine style of outfits. D) Fashion relies less on colours and more on the design of the outfit. 13. The passage claims that "colours are also a source of inspiration for famous artists." What reasoning might support this claim? A) Artists often depict life and emotions, which are enhanced by the use of different colours. B) Artists use colours only to match the preferences of art buyers. C) Colours are necessary for artists to follow traditional painting methods. D) Artists avoid using colours to focus on monochromatic themes. 14. The synonym of the word ‘revives’ in the above passage is: A) Merges B) Dulls C) Alters D) Refreshes 15. How can colours influence our emotions and actions? A) Colours boost our confidence and symbolize happiness. B) Colours decrease our confidence but symbolize happiness. C) Colours boost our confidence but symbolize sorrow. D) Colours have no impact on our emotions. Class9_SET1_EM  Section B: Mathematics 16. In which of the lists given below, are the numbers ordered from the greatest to the smallest? A. 0.78, 0.4, 0.89, 0.98 B. 0.8 0.43, 0.94, 0.25 C. 0.9, 0.8, 0.59 0.5 D. 0.14, 0.13, 0.4, 0.5 17. A square chess board has an area of 5041 cm2. How long is each side of the board? A. 99 cm B. 24 cm C. 86 cm D. 71 cm 18. The adjoining pie chart gives the marks scored in an examination by a student in Hindi, English, Mathematics, Social Science and Science.If the total marks obtained by the students were 720. How many more marks were obtained by the student in Mathematics than in Hindi? A. 50 B. 40 C. 30 D. 80 19. For the given rates of sugar and tea per kg, what will be the total cost of 3 ½ kg of sugar and 2 ½ kg of tea? Tea-250 per kg Sugar -55 per kg A. ₹ 817.50 B. ₹ 584.50 C. ₹ 349.0 D. ₹ 725.0 Class9_SET1_EM 20. The age of Yami’s mother is 4 years more than 2 times Yami's age. If Yami’s age is x years, her mother’s age (in years) can be expressed as: A. 2x + 4 B. (x - 5)/4 C. 2 (x + 4) D. (x/3) – 4 21. In the 8 coach train, each coach has 40 seats for passengers. The first coach is reserved for women. Eight seats are reserved for women and senior citizens in each of the remaining coaches. The number of unreserved passengers seats in the train are : A. 280 B. 224 C. 296 D. 244 22. The least value that must be given to digit ‘a’ so that the number 344a2 is divisible by 8 is: A. 2 B. 3 C. 5 D.8 23. If one of the angles of the parallelogram is 80°, then what is the measure of its adjacent angle? A. 100° B. 87° C. 120° D. 95° 24. A suitcase (assuming it to be a perfect cuboid) with measures 100 cm × 40 cm × 60 cm is to be covered with a tarpaulin cloth. How many metres of tarpaulin of width 50 cm is required to cover 100 such suitcases? A. 406 m B. 340m C. 496 m D. 248m Class9_SET1_EM  ( ) ×( ) 25. The value of the expression is: ×( )( ) A. 3 B. 2 C. 3-1 D. 2-1 26. What is the ratio of the increase in the number of students from 2003-04 to 2004-05 and from 2006-07 to 2007-08? A. 3:2 B. 2:1 C. 2:3 D. 1:2 27. If the sum of 5x2- z2 and 4 x2+ y2 +z2 is subtracted from x2+2 y2 +3z2 , what is the result? A. 5x2+2 y2 +z2 B. -8 x2+ y2 +3z2 C. -8x2+ y2 -3z2 D. -2 y2 +3z2 28. Thomas used 2/5 of the paint in the bucket to paint his house. He had 500 litres of the paint. How much paint is left in the bucket now? A. 500 litres B. 400 litres C. 200 litres D. 300 litres Class9_SET1_EM 29. The electricity consumed (in kW) in a household during four months is: 452,914,682,776 The average consumption of electricity is: A. 295 kW B. 706kW C. 671 kW D. 452 kW 30. The price of a mobile is ₹55,000. The GST charged on it is at the rate of 18%. Find the total amount that Nisha will have to pay to buy the mobile. A. ₹64900 B. ₹78,400 C. ₹56,000 D. ₹47000 Section C: Science 31. Which material is classified as a good conductor of electricity? A) Wood B) Plastic C) Copper D) Glass 32. What colour does blue litmus paper turn when dipped in acid? A) Blue B) Yellow C) Red D) Green 33. What happens to the bulb when the switch is turned ‘ON’ in an electric circuit? A) It remains off B) It glows C) It flickers D) It heats up Class9_SET1_EM 34. Convert 72 km/h to meters per second: A) 72 m/s B) 20 m/s C) 36 m/s D) 12 m/s 35. In a distance-time graph, which variable is plotted on the Y-axis? A) Velocity B) Speed C) Time D) Distance 36. When white light is passed into a prism it splits into: A) Seven colours B) Eight colours C) Five colours D) Three colours 37. I am a double-membraned cell organelle. I produce energy-rich molecules called ATP. I have my own genetic material. Who am I? A) Cell membrane B) Plastid C) Nucleus D) Mitochondrion 38. Lightning is seen before thunder is heard because: A) Light travels faster than sound. B) Sound travels faster than light. C) Both travel at the same speed. D) Light and sound are produced at different times. Class9_SET1_EM 39. Pitch of sound is determined by its A) frequency B) speed C) amplitude D) loudness 40. The angle of incidence is always _______ to/than the angle of reflection. A) greater B) smaller C) equal D) parallel 41. During a thunderstorm, why should you avoid standing under a tree? A) Trees attract rainwater B) Trees absorb sunlight during storms C) Lightning may strike the tree and cause electric shock D) Trees cause the wind to blow harder 42. Why should we reduce the use of coal and petroleum? A) To save money on fuel B) To reduce air pollution and conserve non-renewable resources C) To increase industrial production D) To promote the use of plastic products 43. Which practice is essential for maintaining personal hygiene during adolescence? A) Washing hands once a day B) Taking a bath only on weekends C) Regular washing of clothes and bathing daily D) Applying deodorant without bathing Class9_SET1_EM  44. Why is it important to conserve forests and wildlife? A) To have more land for farming B) To maintain ecological balance and protect biodiversity C) To increase urban development D) To provide more space for mining 45. How do microorganisms like yeast help in making bread fluffy? A) By adding flavour to the dough. B) By producing alcohol that evaporates. C) By producing carbon dioxide during respiration, which creates air bubbles in the dough. D) By absorbing water from the dough. Section D: Social Science 46. Which horizon of Soil profile is rich in humus? (A) A (B) B (C) C (D) D 47. Ravi is 12 years old. He is employed as daily wage worker in a chemical factory near his home. Which of the fundamentals rights given in the Indian Constitution is violated in this situation? (A) Right to equality (B) Right to freedom of religion (C) Right to freedom (D) Right against exploitation Class9_SET1_EM  48. Human component of Environment consists of- (A) Bridges (B) Roads (C) Industries (D) Community 49. On what basis was the Kingdom of Jhansi annexed by the British Governor General Lord Dalhousie? (A) The Claim to Paramountcy (B) The Charter acquired from Queen Elizabeth (C) The Doctrine of Lapse (D) The Subsidiary alliance 50. Which of the following may be considered as a positive impact of implementing Mid-Day Meal scheme in schools? (A) Increase in malnutrition level among students (B) Increase in the enrolment ratio (C) Increase in discrimination among students (D) Decrease in attendance among students 51. Important places of Harappa civilisation are shown in the given map. Observe the map and answer: In which of the following Indian States is Dholavira presently located? (A) Rajasthan (B) Maharashtra (C) Gujarat (D) Kerala 52. Identify the personality on the basis of information given below- 1. He belonged to Sakya gana during the age of Mahajanapada. 2. He taught in the language of ordinary people. 3. He attained enlightenment under a Peepal tree at Bodhgaya in Bihar. Options: (A) Vardhamana Mahavira (B) Chaitanya Swami (C) Sankaracharya (D) Mahatma Buddha Class9_SET1_EM  53. Which of the following is Not a source of understanding history during colonial rule in India? (A) Newspaper records (B) Official memos and notings (C) Survey (D) Manuscripts 54. Which letter represents planet Jupiter on the given diagram of solar system? (A) A A (B) B B (C) C (D) D D C 55. The area of earth lying between ……………….. will receive maximum heat throughout the year. (A) 23030’ N to 23030’ S latitude (B) 23030’ N to 66030’N latitude (C) 23030’ S to 66030’ S latitude (D) 66030’ S to 900 S latitude 56. The Independence of Judiciary ensures- (A) Misuse of power by anyone. (B) Suspension of the Fundamental Rights. (C) Non-interference of any other branch of the government in its functioning. (D) Building of courts at any place. 57. Sushma wants to buy a branded mobile phone. Where would she go to buy it? (A) A shop in Weekly Market (B) A shop in Shopping Mall (C) Neighbourhood stationary shop (D) Wholesale Market 58. The system in which citizens elect people to govern, is called- (A) Monarchy (B) Direct democracy (C) Representative democracy (D) Dictatorship Class9_SET1_EM  59. Identify the odd one out on the basis of components of Environment? (A) Family (B) Community (C) Religion (D) Monuments 60. Choose the correct match- (A) Temperature - Barometer (B) Atmospheric pressure - Barometer (C) Amount of rainfall - Barometer (D) Direction of wind - Barometer Class9_SET1_EM