UP Board Solutions Class 9 English Chapter 1 Gandhi Ji And A Coffee Drinker G Ramchandran

कक्षा 9 अंग्रेजी पाठ 1 प्रश्न उत्तर

(A) Short Answer Type Questions And Their Answers

Answer the following questions in not more than 25 words each :

Question 1. How did Gandhiji pick up ‘nursing? गाँधी जी ने सेवा करने का कार्य किस प्रकार सीखा था?
Answer: When nursing became necessary to Gandhiji in life, he learned it through hard way of experience. जब गाँधी जी के जीवन में सेवा करने का कार्य आवश्यक हो गया तो उन्होंने यह कार्य अनुभव के कठिन तरीके से सीखा था।
In simple words: Gandhiji learned nursing by practical experience when it was needed, rather than formal training.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on understanding Gandhiji's practical approach to learning and service, as this highlights a key character trait.

Question 2. What did Gandhiji arrange in personally at the Ashram? गाँधी जी ने आश्रम में व्यक्तिगत रूप से क्या व्यवस्था की थी?
Answer: Gandhiji arranged the care of the sick in person at the Ashram. गाँधी जी ने आश्रम में मरीजों की देखभाल की व्यवस्था व्यक्तिगत रूप से की थी।
In simple words: Gandhiji personally ensured that sick individuals in the Ashram received proper care.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note Gandhiji's direct involvement in the welfare of the Ashram residents, emphasizing his leadership and compassion.

Question 3. What was the joke especially among the young people in the Ashram? आश्रम के नवयुवकों में विशेष रूप से क्या मजाक प्रचलित था?
Answer: It was a joke, especially among young people in the Ashram, that if you wanted to see Gandhiji everyday and talked to him and hear him crack jokes, you had only to be ill and get into bed. आश्रम के नवयुवकों में विशेष रूप से यह मजाक प्रचलित था कि यदि तुम्हें प्रतिदिन गाँधी जी से मिलने की इच्छा हो तथा उनसे बातें करना हो और उन्हें मजाक करते हुए सुनना पसन्द ले तो तुम्हारे लिए बीमार होकर बिस्तर पर लेटना ही काफी है।
In simple words: Young people joked that to spend daily time with Gandhiji and hear his jokes, one simply needed to pretend to be sick and stay in bed.

🎯 Exam Tip: This question reveals the informal and humorous side of Gandhiji's interactions, which is an important detail for character analysis.

Question 4. What was Gandhiji's daily routine at the Ashram? आश्रम में गाँधी जी का दैनिक कार्य क्या था?
Answer: Gandhiji visited the sick every day and spent a few minutes at every bed-side. He also saw to things carefully and never failed to crack a joke or two with the patient. गाँधी जी प्रतिदिन रोगी के निकट आते थे और प्रत्येक बिस्तर के पास कुछ समय व्यतीत करते थे। वे प्रत्येक वस्तुको ध्यानपूर्वक देखा भी करते थे और रोगी के साथ एक-दो विनोदपूर्ण बात करने से कभी नहीं चूकते थे।
In simple words: Gandhiji daily visited the sick, spent time by each bedside, and often joked with the patients, showing care and attention.

🎯 Exam Tip: Focus on Gandhiji's consistent care routine and his personal touch in interacting with the sick, which demonstrates his compassionate nature.

Question 5. What was the young lad fond of? Why did he not get his favourite drink in the Ashram? नवयुवक किस वस्तु का शौकीन था? उसे आश्रम में अपना मनपंसद पेय क्यों नहीं मिला?
Answer: The young lad was fond of coffee. He did not get his favourite drink in the Ashram because it was not allowed there. नवयुवक कॉफी का शौकीन था। उसे आश्रम में अपना मनपसंद पेय इसलिए नहीं मिला क्योंकि वहाँ पर कॉफी पीने की आज्ञा न थी।
In simple words: The young lad loved coffee but couldn't have it in the Ashram because coffee was not permitted there.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understanding the rules and lifestyle within Gandhiji's Ashram is important for context; note the prohibition of certain items like coffee.

Question 6. What was the young lad dreaming of one day lying on his back? एक दिन अपनी पीठ के बल लेट कर नवयुवक क्या स्वप्न देख रहा था?
Answer: One day the young lad was lying on his back dreaming for a cup of good coffee. एक दिन नवयुवक पीठ के बल लेटा हुआ एक प्याली अच्छी कॉफी के लिए स्वप्न देख रहा था।
In simple words: While lying down, the young lad was dreaming about having a cup of delicious coffee.

🎯 Exam Tip: This detail highlights the boy's longing and the importance of coffee to him, setting the stage for his request.

Question 7. The youngster had a sudden brain-wave. What does the word brain-wave mean here? लड़के के मस्तिष्क में अचानक 'ब्रेन-वेब' हुआ । यहाँ पर ब्रेन-बेव' शब्द का क्या तात्पर्य है?
Answer: The word brain-wave means a thought in mind that appears suddenly. 'ब्रेन-बेव' शब्द का तात्पर्य एक ऐसे विचार से है जो मस्तिष्क में अचानक उत्पन्न हो जाये।
In simple words: A 'brain-wave' here means a sudden, innovative idea or thought that comes to mind.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to vocabulary and phrases, especially when explicitly asked for their meaning, to demonstrate comprehension.

Question 8. What did the young lad request Gandhiji for? नवयुवक ने गाँधी जी से किस वस्तु के लिए अनुरोध किया?
Answer: The young lad requested Gandhiji for a cup of coffee. नवयवुक ने गाँधी जी से एक प्याली कॉफी के लिए अनुरोध किया।
In simple words: The young boy asked Gandhiji if he could have a cup of coffee.

🎯 Exam Tip: This is a direct factual recall question; ensure you accurately state the specific item requested.

Question 9. What did Gandhiji promise to send him? गाँधी जी ने उसको क्या भेजने का वचन दिया?
Answer: Gandhiji promised to send him a cup of light coffee and warm toast. गाँधी जी ने उसको एक प्याली हल्की कॉफी और गर्म टोस्ट भेजने का वचन दिया।
In simple words: Gandhiji promised to bring the young lad a cup of light coffee along with some warm toast.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note the specifics of Gandhiji's promise – both coffee and toast – indicating his full commitment to the boy's comfort.

Question 10. Why was the young lad surprised? नवयुवक आश्चर्य में क्यों पड़ गया?
Answer: When the young lad saw Gandhiji carrying a tray covered with a white khadi napkin, he was surprised. जब नवयुवक ने गाँधी जी को सफेद खादी के एक रुमाल से ढंकी हुई एक ट्रे को ले आते हुए देखा तो वह आश्चर्य में पड़ गया ।
In simple words: The young lad was surprised because he saw Gandhiji himself bringing him the tray with coffee and toast.

🎯 Exam Tip: This question highlights Gandhiji's humility and personal service, which greatly impacted the young boy.

Question 11. What did the boy imagine, lying on his bed? अपने बिस्तर पर लेटे हुए लड़के ने क्या कल्पना की?
Answer: The boy imagined that Gandhiji would go to Ba in her kitchen and ask for coffee and toast for him. लड़के ने कल्पना की कि गाँधी जी बा के पास रसोईघर में जायेंगे और उसके लिए कॉफी और टोस्ट के लिए कहेंगे।
In simple words: The boy imagined Gandhiji asking Ba in the kitchen to prepare the coffee and toast for him.

🎯 Exam Tip: Understanding the boy's expectations helps contrast them with Gandhiji's actual actions, underscoring Gandhiji's character.

Question 12. Who made the coffee and why? कॉफी किसने बनायी और क्यों?
Answer: Gandhiji himself made the coffee because it was an untimely hour and he did not like to rouble Ba as she would be taking rest. गाँधी जी ने स्वयं कॉफी बनायी क्योंकि वह असमय था और वे बा को कष्ट नहीं देना चाहते थे क्योंकि वे उस समय राम कर रही होंगी।
In simple words: Gandhiji made the coffee himself because it was late, and he didn't want to disturb Ba who would be resting.

🎯 Exam Tip: This answer emphasizes Gandhiji's thoughtfulness and self-reliance, important character traits.

Question 13. How did the young lad like the coffee? नवयुवक को कॉफी कैसी लगी?
Answer: The young lad liked the coffee much because he was habitual to take it. नवयुवक को कॉफी बहुत पसन्द आयी क्योंकि वह इसे पीने का आदी था।
In simple words: The young lad greatly enjoyed the coffee because he was accustomed to drinking it regularly.

🎯 Exam Tip: This detail confirms the boy's fondness for coffee and the satisfaction he felt, despite Ashram rules.

Question 14. Why was the boy troubled after Gandhiji had gone? गाँधी जी के जाने के बाद लड़का परेशान क्यों हो गया?
Answer: The boy was troubled after Gandhiji had gone because his mind's eye saw him opening thekitchen, lighting the stove, making the coffee and carrying it to him. गाँधी जी के जाने के बाद लड़का इसलिए परेशान हो गया क्योंकि उसने कल्पना की आँखों से उन्हें रसोईघर खोलते, स्टोव जलाते, कॉफी बनाते और उसे उसके पास लाते हुए देखा ।
In simple words: The boy was troubled because he imagined Gandhiji performing all the tasks himself – opening the kitchen, making coffee, and bringing it – just for him.

🎯 Exam Tip: This question explores the emotional impact of Gandhiji's personal service on the boy, highlighting Gandhiji's humble and caring nature.

(B) Multiple Choice OuEstions

Select the most suitable alternative to complete each of the following statements :

निम्नलिखित कथनों में से प्रत्येक को पूरा करने के लिए सबसे उपयुक्त विकल्प चुनिए

(A)

Question. (i) Gandhiji was able to nurse the sick well because :
(a) he picked up nursing at a nursing sc
(b) he was interested in nursing
(c) he learned nursing through the hard way of experience
(d) he practised nursing daily
Answer: (c) he learned nursing through the hard way of experience
In simple words: Gandhiji gained his nursing skills through practical, hands-on experience, not formal training.

🎯 Exam Tip: When answering questions about Gandhiji's skills, emphasize his practical learning and self-sufficiency, which are central themes.

Question. (ii) Gandhiji visited the sick in the Ashram :
(a) every day
(b) every alternate day
(c) whenever he found time
(d) once in a week
Answer: (a) every day
In simple words: Gandhiji's daily routine included visiting the sick in the Ashram.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember Gandhiji's commitment to daily rounds to care for the sick, showing his dedication to service.

Question. (iii) Gandhiji promised the young lad :
(a) a cup of coffee only
(b) warm toast and coffee
(c) coffee and thosai
(d) a cup of tea
Answer: (b) warm toast and coffee
In simple words: Gandhiji promised the boy both warm toast and coffee.

🎯 Exam Tip: Pay attention to the specific items Gandhiji promised, as this reflects his attention to the patient's comfort.

Question. (iv) Gandhiji's cottage was :
(a) in the centre of the Ashram
(b) near the gate of the Ashram
(c) a long way across the road at the other end of the Ashram
(d) in the middle of the Ashram.
Answer: (c) a long way across the road at the other end of the Ashram.
In simple words: Gandhiji's cottage was located quite far from the main Ashram area, across a road.

🎯 Exam Tip: Details about the physical layout, like Gandhiji's cottage location, can be important for descriptive questions.

Question. (v) Gandhiji prepared the coffee himself because :
(a) only he knew how to prepare good coffee
(b) it was an untimely hour and so he did not want to trouble Ba
(c) he liked to do the work himself
(d) he did not like to tell Ba.
Answer: (b) it was an untimely hour and so he did not want to trouble Ba
In simple words: Gandhiji made the coffee himself because it was late, and he didn't want to disturb Ba.

🎯 Exam Tip: This question highlights Gandhiji's considerate nature and self-reliance, important characteristics to remember.

(C) Say Whether Each Of The Following Statements Is 'True' Or 'False':

बताइये कि निम्नलिखित कयों में से प्रत्येक 'सत्य' है अथवा 'असत्य :

Question. (i) Gandhiji was a first class nurse to the sick.
Answer: T
In simple words: Gandhiji was an excellent nurse for the sick people.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note Gandhiji's comprehensive care for the sick, which supports the 'True' statement about his nursing skills.

Question. (ii) Gandhiji picked up nursing at a nursing school.
Answer: F
In simple words: Gandhiji did not learn nursing in a formal school but through practical experience.

🎯 Exam Tip: Differentiate between formal education and practical learning when describing Gandhiji's skills.

Question. (iii) In the Ashram all sick persons came directly under Gandhiji's eye and care.
Answer: T
In simple words: All sick individuals in the Ashram were personally looked after and cared for by Gandhiji.

🎯 Exam Tip: This statement underscores Gandhiji's direct involvement in the welfare of Ashram residents, a key aspect of his leadership.

Question. (iv) The South Indian lad was down with fever.
Answer: F
In simple words: The story does not specify that the South Indian lad had a fever.

🎯 Exam Tip: Be precise with details from the text; avoid making assumptions about specific ailments if not explicitly stated.

Question. (v) The lad wished to eat dosai.
Answer: F
In simple words: The lad wished for coffee and toast, not dosai.

🎯 Exam Tip: Accurate recall of specific items desired by characters is crucial for true/false questions.

Question. (vi) The lad pined for a cup of good coffee.
Answer: T
In simple words: The lad strongly desired to have a cup of good coffee.

🎯 Exam Tip: This statement directly reflects the boy's key desire and motivation in the story.

Question. (vii) Gandhiji got the coffee prepared by Ba.
Answer: F
In simple words: Gandhiji prepared the coffee himself, rather than asking Ba to do it.

🎯 Exam Tip: This highlights Gandhiji's self-reliance and consideration for others, especially Ba's rest.

Question. (viii) Gandhiji himself prepared the coffee.
Answer: T
In simple words: Gandhiji personally made the coffee for the young lad.

🎯 Exam Tip: This is a direct factual point that emphasizes Gandhiji's personal involvement and humble service.

Question. (ix) Gandhiji sent coffee and toast through an inmate of the Ashram.
Answer: F
In simple words: Gandhiji personally carried the coffee and toast to the young lad.

🎯 Exam Tip: Remember that Gandhiji's personal delivery of the items was a key moment of surprise and impact for the boy.

Question. (x) The coffee was light but excellent.
Answer: T
In simple words: The coffee, although light, was of excellent quality.

🎯 Exam Tip: Note the specific description of the coffee, which adds a sensory detail to the story.

(D) Fill In The Blanks With Missing Letters To Complete The Spelling Of The Following Words :

निम्नलिखित शब्दों की वर्तनी को पूरा करने के लिए लुप्त अक्षरों की सहायता से रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति कीजिए-

Question. Fill in the blanks with missing letters to complete the spelling of the following words :
rec-v-r; c-nsu-t; ex-ell-nt; expe-i-nce; v-s-t; j-k-
Answer: recover, consult, excellent, experience, visit, joke
In simple words: Complete the given words by filling in the missing letters to form correct spellings.

🎯 Exam Tip: Practice common vocabulary words from the chapter to improve spelling and fill-in-the-blank skills.