CBSE Class 9 English Sample Paper Set M

 Section-A

Reading 

Que.1. Read the passage given below: (12 Marks)

Illegal hunting in tiger reserves or any attempt to encroach on reserve lands in the country could soon incur a jail term of not less than seven years and a fine up to Rs 50 lakhs further poachers having a second run in with the law could up for stiffer punishment as a deterrent. These are some of the clauses in the amendments proposed to the wild life Protection Act by the Union Environment and Forest Ministry. The amendment if cleared by parliament will raise penalties for all contravention of the legislation, besides bringing in a slew of other key changes in wild life management aimed at empowering the forest department and channelization wild life research. According to the amendments proposed, offences relating to animals listed endanger or critical could now incur a jail term of not less five years, compared to one year jail term at present. The find that can be imposed in such cases will be minimum of Rs 5Lakh as compared to upper sealing of Rs 25 000 imposed earlier.

Known poachers could be now in for more trouble as a second offence will be attracts a jail term of not less than seven years. They could be fined up to Rs 25 lakhs. While some enthusiast has been keen of such stiff penalties to deter criminals, the demand has been tempered by critiques pointing out the abysmally low conviction in such cases-roughly about 1%. To ensure more criminals are brought to book, the proposed legislation empowers the judge or magistrate to allow detention of the accused in the custody of the forest department for up to seven days to facilitate investigation.

Tribal rights advocacy groups, however, have warned of how stringent clauses of the forest and wildlife act and policing powers handed to the forest department have been disproportionately used against poor forest-dwellers and tribals and as a form of intimidation. The new amendments do intent to reduce some pressure on forest sanctuaries and parks-a basic necessity that was provided for earlier.

The proposed changes also seek to empower the forest department to take on criminal more effectively. Along with tightening the noose around poachers, it demands the same penalty for those abetting the crime. Anyone providing a room to alleged poacher to carry the animals, for instance, will be prosecuted for the same penalties as the poacher himself. This proposal, again, holds strong potential of being misused against poorer tribals, forest –dwellers and small –time poachers instead of cracking down on the organised poaching network that operates across borders.

The amendment bill also looks at wild life research, attempting to systematise the process of granting rights to researchers. The adhoc mechanism prevailing at present, leaving research organisation at the mercy of officers in the field could now possibly come to an end once the bill is approved. 

• What is the punishment for illegal hunting in tiger reserves? 2

• Why is there severe penalty for offences towards endangered species? 2

• How does the new amendment help the poor people in the forest? 2

• How does a new amendment promote research works on wildlife? 2

• Choose the appropriate answer:

• Identify the word which means same as ‘trespass’

• Poachers b)deterrent c) encroach d) incur

• Find out a word which is the opposite of ‘reward’

• Award b) legislation c) proposed d) penalty

• The word ‘poacher’ means a person who

• Lives with the animals b) uses animals for entertainment

• Eats the flesh of animals d ) steals or kills animals illegally

• Which of the following word mean the same as ‘to hold the trial against and accused’

• Amendment b) legislation c) offences d) prosecuted

Que.2. Read the passage given below and the following questions: (8 Marks)

Long, long ago, in a big forest, there were many trees. Among the cluster of trees, there was a very tall pine tree. He was so tall that he could talk to the stars in the sky. He could easily look over the heads of the other trees. One day late in the evening, the pine tree saw a girl approaching him. He could see her only because of his height. The little girl was in tears. The pine tree bent as much as he could and asked her: “What is the matter? Why are you crying?” The little girl, still sobbing, replied, “I was gathering flowers for the Christmas garland and I have lost my way. “ The pine tree said to the little girl, “It is late in the evening.

It will not be possible for you to return to your house, which is at the other end of the forest. Sleep for the night at this place. “The pine tree pointed out to an open cave like place under him. The little girl was frightened of wild animals. The girl quickly crept into the cave-like place. The pine tree was happy and pleased with him. He stood like a soldier guarding the place. He was pleased with himself for doing this duty. After some time, the pine tree heard the wolves coming that way.

• Why the little girl was crying? 2

• Where did the little girl spend the night? 2

• The pine tree could see the little girl because _________. 2

• The pine tree was happy with himself because he __________. 

• The meaning of the word `crept’ is _________. 1

Section-B

Writing and Grammar (25 Marks)

Que.3. you feel concerned about the wastage of every kind on the occasions of our marriages and other ceremonies. Write a letter to the editor of a newspaper about it in 200-120 words. You can take the help of the hints given below: (5Marks)

-wastage of time

-wastage of food

-left over food thrown on the roads and in gutters

-need to avoid all kind of wastage.

Que.4. Write a story which highlights the value of strong will and determination. You may use following points. (150-200 words) (10 Marks)

-Ali a policeman, wanted to become IAS officer

-Discouraged by all

-Had no money and time

-Worked hard during nights

-Failed once and tried again and cleared the test

Que.5.The following paragraph has not been edited. There is an error in each line. Write the incorrect and correction in your answer sheets (4 Marks)

• Many people says that the success knocks ------------ -----------------

• Our door only once but ---------------- -----------------------

• Achievement say that one should forever continue ---------------- -----------------

• The knock the door of success. --------------- --------------------

Que.6. Rearrange the following words and phrases to make meaningful sentences. (4 Marks)

(a) One computer/Internet allows/to send/messages/computer/to another

(b) Net now/to converse/issue/debate/allows/or discus/people

(c) All kinds/this/of files/network/stores

(d) remote/it/on one/allows/computer/people/to connect/computer/to a

Que.7.Fill in the blanks. (2 Marks) 

• The teacher asked the student (a) why he --------- (is, cry). The student replied that (b) ------- he -------- (is, feel) hungry. The teacher told him to go and have his lunch.

Section-C

Literature (25 Marks)

Que.8. Read the following extract and answer the questions ( 3 Marks)

“-------I am beautiful pearl,

Plucked from the crown of Ishtar by the daughter of dawn,

To embellish the garden”

• who is “I” here?

• What is the tone of the speaker?

• What is meant by ‘embellish’?

Que. 9. Answer the following questions in 30-40 words. (2x4=8Marks)

• How does Persome react to the loss of salt-cellars?

• What does rain do for the earth and cloud?

• Why were Harold’s parents trying to keep his father’s profession from him?

• What was Pescud’s opinion about the “Best-Sellers”?

Que.10. how does the Bishop prove that the human body is the temple of the living God? Does he succeed? (4Mark)

Or

Write a email and tell your friend the theme of the poem “The Seven Ages”.

Que.11. what is the importance of having bright teeth in life? Should the children not be asked to take care of their teeth? (10 Marks)

Or

Bring out the theme of the novel ‘Three Men in a Boat’

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