Subject:- English Class:-IX Final Term Date: 10.02.

21 Time :- 2Hrs MM: 50

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:-

1. This paper is divided into two parts: A and B. All questions are compulsory.
2. Separate instructions are given with each section and question, wherever
necessary. Read these instructions very carefully and follow them.
3. Do not exceed the prescribed word limit while answering the questions
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Part A (10 Marks)

1. Read the passage given below. 10 Marks

Of all the inventions of science, solar rickshaw is perhaps the most useful on the practical
side of life. It is not just any rickshaw but an optimally designed, pedal-operated, and motor-
assisted three-wheeler. This zero carbon, urban transport vehicle or ‘pedicab’ was designed
and developed by a team of engineers from the Central Mechanical Engineering Research
Institute, Durgapur, West Bengal.

Like a solar rickshaw, the gorgeous green phone is another wonderful invention of the
scientific mind. We all know that mobile phones are must-haves these days. In fact,
according to statistics, six out of ten people in this world own a cell phone. So, imagine the
energy consumed and the e-waste generated by these devices. Therefore, many handset
manufacturers are going green, while some are even going solar.

Samsung, for instance, has unveiled a solar-powered phone- ‘Blue Earth’. It is a touch phone
that has a full solar panel on its back which can generate enough power to charge the phone.
It is made from recycled plastic from water bottles and has a built-in pedometer to keep a tab
on your carbon dioxide emissions. It is also small enough to fit into your pocket.

Like solar-powered homes, solar cars harness energy from the sun by converting it into
electricity. This electricity fuels the battery that runs the car’s motor. Instead of using a
battery, some solar cars direct the power straight to an electric motor. Great examples of the
latest solar-powered cars are the University of Michigan solar car, the MIT solar car, and the
Berkeley solar car.
Solar cars use photovoltaic cells to convert sunlight into energy. Photovoltaic cells are the
components in solar panels that convert the sun’s energy to electricity. They are made up of
semiconductors, usually silicon, that absorb the light. The sun’s energy frees electrons in the
semiconductors, creating a flow of electrons. This flow generates electricity that powers the
battery and the specialized motor in solar cars.

The History of Solar Power

Crocks used passive solar to heat buildings 1941: American Russell Ohl invented a
(400 BC). silicon solar cell.
Roman improved by using glass to trap heat 1954: Bell Labs researchers Pearson, Chapin,
in the buildings and greenhouses (100 AD). and Fuller reported their discovery of 4.5%
efficient silicon solar cells.
1700: Antoine Lavoisier built a solar heater. 1950’s: Solar cells developed for satellites.
1839: French physicist Antoine-Cesar 1960: Hoffman Electronics achieved 14%
Becquerel observed that shining light on an efficient PV cells.
electrode submerged in a conductive solution
would create an electric current.
1860: The first solar motor, heated water 1973: OPEC energy crisis causes US to
used to drive a steam motor, Auguste reexamine use of renewable energy sources;
Mouchout. federal and state tax credits result in rapid
growth for a new solar industry.

Q1. On the basis of your understanding of the passage, answer ANY TEN questions
from the twelve that follow: (1x10=10)

(i) In the lines “……………motor-assisted three-wheeler,” the word ‘assisted’ does not
refer to:

a. helped b. attached

c. associated d. departed
(ii) The history of solar power, in an observation, didn’t share that:

a. Bell labs reported the discovery of 4.5% efficient silicon cell.

b. Hoffman Electronics achieve 14% efficient PV cells.

c. OPEC energy crisis causes us to re-examine the use of energy source.

d. State tax credit resulted in rapid degradation of a new solar industry.

(iii) What does the phrase ‘going green’ signify?

a. wearing green clothes b. being eco friendly

c. visiting a green island d. a green-coloured phone

(iv) According to the pie chart, what is the difference of solar power consumption
between the US and UK?

a. 10% b. 11%

c. 12% d. 9%

(v) Based on your understanding of the passage, choose the option that lists the
characteristic of solar equipments.

1. They don’t use solar 2. They store sun’s 3. Solar cars harness
energy. energy for future use. energy from the sun and
converting into
electricity.

4. Solar powered phone 5. Solar cars do not use 6. Petrol cars are better
gets charged as android photovoltaic cells. inventions than solar
phone. cars.

a. (1) and (2) b. (2) and (3)

c. (3) and (4) d. (5) and (6)

(vi) A ‘pedicab’ signify:

a. two-wheeler car b. a simple car

c. pedal-operated, motor assisted three-wheeler rickshaw d. vehicle running on

petrol

(vii) What task does pedometer perform?

a. keeps track of the engine b. keeps track of fuel

c. keeps track of harmful gas emissions d. keeps track of carbon dioxide
emissions

(viii) According to the pie chart given in the passage, what is the total percentage of
solar power consumption by India and China?

a. 38% b. 39%

c. 41% d. 43%

(ix) How can solar energy be used?

a. for household purpose b. for power generation

c. for transportation d. all of the above

(x) Choose the option that lists statement that is not true.

a. In 1700, Antoine Lavoisier built a solar heater

b. In 1950, solar cells developed for satellites.

c. In 1960, Hoffman Electronics achieved 41% efficient PV cells.

d. In 1941, American Russell Ohl invented a silicon solar cell.

(xi) When was the US forced to reexamine its energy policy?

a. in the initiate year of 1960

b. After the development of solar cell for satellites.

c. In the year 1973, causing OPEC energy crisis.

d. After Hoffman Electronics achieved 14% efficient PV cells.

(xii) How does the sun help the solar electricity?

a. by freezing the electrons b. by the release of electrons in the semiconductors

c. by the absorption of electrons d. by the acceptance of electrons

 Part B (40marks)
WRITING (2x5= 10 marks)

Q2. Attempt ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words: (5 marks)

You recently visited the Children’s Park, a favourite place for all children, in your city. Write
a description of the Park in 100-150 words.

OR

You recently participated in the All India CBSE National Quiz Competition and reached the
finals. The final round was telecast over the National television channel where you and your
team won the quiz. Describe your feelings in 100-150 words through a diary entry.

Q3. Write a story of 130-150 words with the beginning provided: 5 Marks

Night before my Zonal debate Competition, everyone at my house was fast asleep,
while I was practising. Suddenly……..

OR

Satish was standing on the balcony watching the last rays of the Sun. Loud and angry voices
in the street below distracted his attention. He ran down the stairs to see what had happened
... ……………………………

LITERATURE (30 marks)

Q4. Answer ANY TWO questions in 20-30 words EACH from (A) and (B) respectively:
(2x4= 8m)

A. (any two) (2x2=4)

1. How did pungi become shehnai?

2. How did Kezia’s attitude towards her father change? What brought them closer?
3. Is the poem ‘No men are foreign’ in accordance with peace and harmony? Cite
instances to support your answer.

B (any two) (2x2=4)

1. What was the advise given by the doctor to Johnsy? How did Sue respond to the
Doctor's advise?
2. ‘Everything felt surreal’. Who spoke the given line? What did the speaker mean
by this?
3. Grandfather was an animal lover. Give reasons based on the text ' Adventures Of
Toto.'
Q5. Answer ANY TWO questions in 40-50 words EACH, from (A) and (B)
respectively.(3x4=12)

(A) (any two) (3x2=6)

1.In what ways are the poems ‘The Road Not Taken’ and ‘Rain on the Roof’ evocative of the
past?
2.What was Einstein’s contribution to the knowledge of science? Which values in his
character made him a ‘global citizen’?
3. The poem 'The Snake Trying' presents two divergent attitudes towards the snake. Discuss
both attitudes.

(B) (any two) (3x2=6)

1. What actions of the writer’s schoolmates change his understanding of life and people, and
comfort him emotionally? Elaborate with reference to 'House is not a Home.'
2. Hasty decisions are often wrong decisions. Discuss with reference to ‘Kingdom of Fools’.
3. What is the irony in the story 'The Lost Child'?

Q6. Answer ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words. (5x1)

A. Presence of mind and patience are the two values that help a person at the time of
adversity and danger. How did these two attributes of Gerrard help him get rid of the
Intruder?
OR

B. The author ends the story “The Bond of Love” with the rhetorical question: “But who
can say now that a sloth bear has no sense of affection, no memory and no individual
characteristics?” Discuss this statement in the light of Bruno’s character.

Q7. Answer ANY ONE of the following in 100-120 words. (5x1)

A. Do you think adversity or crisis bring people together? How? Explain with reference
to ‘Weathering the Storm in Ersama’

OR

B. Read the quote given below:

“Fate and affection are closely related; for affection reforms a person, and by
reforming remakes his destiny.”
How does Lushkoff’s reformation justify the above quote?