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MID TERM PRACTICE PAPER (2025-26)

CLASS: IX

SUBJECT: ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE (184)

Time Allowed: 3 Hours Maximum Marks: 80

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS:

Read the instructions given carefully and strictly follow them:

(i) This question paper comprises 11 questions. All questions are compulsory.

(ii) The question paper contains THREE sections:

• Section A: Reading
• Section B: Grammar and Creative Writing Skills
• Section C: Literature

(iii) Attempt questions based on specific instructions for each part.

Section A: Reading 20 Marks

Q1. Read the passage given below: 10

1. In today’s rapidly changing world, the role of technology in education has
become a topic of immense discussion. For centuries, classrooms remained
almost unchanged — a teacher lecturing, students taking notes, and textbooks
being the main source of information. However, the digital revolution has

transformed this traditional model and brought about a new era of learning.
2. Smart classrooms equipped with projectors, interactive whiteboards, and internet
connectivity are now common in many schools. Teachers use digital content,

videos, and simulations to make complex topics more engaging and easier to
understand. For instance, a science teacher can demonstrate volcanic
eruptions through 3D animations rather than just describing them. Such tools
not only capture attention but also help in better retention of knowledge.
3. Another remarkable change is the rise of online learning platforms. Students can
now access courses from top universities across the globe, often free of cost.
This has opened opportunities for learners from remote areas who otherwise
lacked access to quality education. In addition, e-books, digital libraries, and
language-learning apps have made knowledge accessible at the touch of a
button.
4. Despite these advantages, the integration of technology in education faces
challenges. Not every school can afford advanced digital tools. Many rural
areas in India still lack stable internet connectivity, making online learning
difficult. Moreover, excessive dependence on gadgets can reduce students’
ability to think critically and solve problems independently. Educators often
stress that technology should complement, not replace, traditional teaching
methods.
5. The future of education is likely to be a blend of both — where technology
enhances classroom teaching while personal interaction with teachers builds
values and creativity. As one educationist rightly said, “A computer can teach
facts, but only a teacher can inspire dreams.” The ultimate goal should be to
create a balanced system that combines the efficiency of machines with the
empathy of human educators.

(Adapted from UNESCO reports on Digital Education and ICT in Learning)

Based on your reading of the passage, answer the following questions:

I. Complete the following with reference to paragraph 1: (1)
The biggest transformation in education has come from __________________.

II. Based on the passage, how do teachers make learning more engaging with
technology? Give an example. (2)

III. List two advantages of online learning platforms. (1)

IV. Fill in the blanks suitably with reference to paragraph 4: (2)
According to the passage, technology should __________, not __________
traditional teaching methods.

V. Substitute the underlined phrase with the correct word from paragraph 3: (1)
E-books, digital libraries and educational apps have made knowledge accessible at
the touch of a button.

(a) available
(b) expensive
(c) complex
(d) temporary

VI. What problem does rural India face in adopting digital education? (1)

VII. What role, according to the passage, can only a teacher play in a student’s
life? (1)

VIII. Complete the sentence with the correct response: (1)
The writer’s tone in the passage is ________________________.

Q2. Read the passage given below: 10

1. Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing environmental issues
of our time. Lightweight, inexpensive, and durable, plastic is used in almost
every aspect of modern life. From packaging and bottles to electronics and
automobiles, its applications are countless. However, these very qualities
make it harmful to the planet, as plastic waste does not decompose easily and
can remain in the environment for hundreds of years.
2. According to a UN report, the world produces over 400 million tonnes of
plastic every year, and nearly 40% of it is single-use plastic. Every year,
around 11 million tonnes of plastic enter the oceans. Scientists warn that if
current trends continue, by 2050 there could be more plastic than fish in
the oceans by weight.
3. The impact on marine life is devastating. Sea turtles mistake plastic bags for
jellyfish, seabirds die after eating bottle caps, and whales are often found with
stomachs full of plastic. Microplastics — tiny fragments less than 5 mm in
size — have been discovered in seafood, drinking water, and even human
blood samples, raising concerns about long-term health risks.
4. Governments and organisations worldwide are acting to address the crisis.
More than 60 countries have introduced bans or taxes on single-use plastics.
Campaigns encourage recycling, afforestation, and alternatives like jute and
cloth bags. However, experts emphasise that lasting change depends on
consumers reducing unnecessary plastic use in their daily lives.

(Adapted from United Nations Environment Programme reports on plastic pollution)

Based on your reading of the passage, answer the following questions:

I. What does the phrase “pressing environmental issue” in paragraph 1 tell us about
plastic pollution? (1)

(a) It is minor and unimportant

(b) It is serious and urgent

(c) It is fun and entertaining

(d) It is temporary

II. Select the option that is true for the Assertion and Reason given below: (1)

Assertion (A): By 2050 there could be more plastic than fish in the oceans by weight.

Reason (R): Plastic waste remains in the environment for hundreds of years.

(a) Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.

(b) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.

(c) A is true, R is false.

(d) A is false, R is true.

III. State any two harmful effects of plastic on marine animals. (2)

IV. Pick the option that is closest in meaning to the word “devastating” as used in
paragraph 3. (1)

(a) harmless

(b) destructive

(c) joyful

(d) temporary

V. How are governments and organisations acting to reduce plastic pollution? (1)

VI. Complete the following sentence: (1)

The world produces over __________ tonnes of plastic every year.

VII. What evidence from paragraph 3 shows that microplastics affect human health?
(1)

VIII. Complete the following suitably: (2)

According to the passage, experts believe that lasting change in plastic use will come
only when _________________________________.

SECTION-B (GRAMMAR & CREATIVE WRITING SKILLS) 20 Marks

Q3. Complete ANY TEN of the twelve following tasks, as directed: (10x1=10)

(i) Supply the correct form of the verb in the following sentence:

The train __________ (arrive) late yesterday due to heavy rains.

(ii) Choose the most suitable modal to make the sentence meaningful.

We _______ (should/might/must) respect our elders.

(iii) Identify the error and correct it: She don’t like to play badminton.

Error Correction

(iv) Take a look at the conversation between a teacher and a student about
homework:

Teacher: Did you complete your assignment on time?

Student: Yes, I submitted it yesterday.

Select the correct option to complete the reporting of the above dialogue:

The teacher asked the student if he had completed his assignment on time. The
student replied that ___________.

(A) he submits it yesterday

(B) he had submitted it the previous day

(C) he has submitted it on yesterday

(D) he submitted it on previous day

(v) Select the option that identifies the error and supplies the correction for the line
given below:

She go to the library every Saturday with her friends.

Options:

Error Correction

(A) go goes
(B) library libraries
(C) with by
(D) Saturday Saturdays

(vi) Report the dialogue by completing the sentence:

Mother: Please switch off the lights before sleeping.

Son: Sure, I will.

The mother requested the son ____________.

(vii) Identify the error and supply the correction in the space given:

A basket of mangoes were lying on the table.

Error Correction

(viii) Complete the given narrative by filling the blank with the correct option:

When we reached the cinema hall, the movie ______ already begun.

(A) has

(B) have

(C) had

(D) will have

(ix) Fill in the blank by choosing the most appropriate option:

There isn’t ______ milk left in the jug.

(A) many

(B) some

(C) any

(D) few

(x). Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the line given below:

We ______ always respect our national flag. (should/might)

(xi). Complete the sentence by selecting the correct option:

Neither of the boys ______ guilty of the mistake.

(A) are

(B) is

(C) were

(D) have

(xii). Identify the error and supply correction for the following sentence:

The children was playing happily in the park.

Error Correction

Creative Writing Skills

Q4. (A) Write a descriptive paragraph on “A visit to a historical monument” you
recently made with your classmates. Describe what you saw, learnt, and felt in
about 80 words. (5 Marks)
OR
(B) Write a descriptive paragraph on “A festival celebration in your
neighbourhood”.

Q5. (A) You saw a stray dog injured on the road. You and your friends helped it
reach an animal shelter. Write a diary entry about this incident and how you felt
afterwards in about 80 words. (5 Marks)

OR
(B) You were travelling by train when suddenly it stopped in the middle of a forest
at night. Describe the experience in the form of a story.

SECTION: C (LITERATURE) 40 Marks

Q6. Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two
given: 5 Marks

“She had been to the headmistress’s room and as she came out she noticed a girl
playing the piano. It fascinated her, and she thought of learning it. But her teachers
discouraged her. Only one person spotted her talent.” (The Sound of Music)

i. Why did most teachers discourage her? (1)
ii. Which instrument fascinated her? (1)

(a) Guitar

(b) Piano

(c) Violin

(d) Flute

iii. Fill in the blank:
The one teacher who recognised her talent was ____________. (1)
iv. How did this teacher’s guidance help her overcome her difficulty? (2)

OR

“A balloon seller held a pole with many coloured balloons. The child was attracted
by their bright colours and wanted one. But he knew his parents would not agree,

so he walked away quietly.” (The Lost Child) 5 Marks

i. What attracted the child in this scene? (1)
ii. The balloons in the passage were: (1)

(a) plain

(b) colourful

(c) torn

(d) dull

iii. Fill in the blank:
The child knew his parents would call him __________ if he asked for a
balloon. (1)
iv. What does this extract reveal about the child’s feelings towards his parents?
(2)

Q7. Read the given extracts and answer the questions for ANY ONE of the two
given: 5 Marks

“Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,

And sorry I could not travel both

And be one traveler, long I stood

And looked down one as far as I could

To where it bent in the undergrowth.”

(The Road Not Taken)

i. What dilemma does the poet face in this stanza? (1)
ii. The “yellow wood” refers to: (1)

(a) A forest in summer

(b) A forest in spring

(c) A forest in autumn

(d) A forest at night

iii. Fill in the blank: (1)

The poet looked down the road to where it ____________.

iv. What life lesson does the poet convey through the image of “two roads”? (2)

OR

“When the humid shadows hover

Over all the starry spheres,

And the melancholy darkness

Gently weeps in rainy tears,

What a bliss to press the pillow

Of a cottage-chamber bed

And lie listening to the patter

Of the soft rain overhead!”

(Rain on the Roof)

i. What do the “humid shadows” refer to in the stanza? (1)
ii. The phrase “melancholy darkness” creates a mood of: (1)

(a) joy

(b) sadness

(c) anger

(d) surprise

iii. Fill in the blank: (1)

The poet listens to the __________ of the soft rain.

iv. How does the poet describe the soothing effect of rain in these lines? (2)

Q8. Answer ANY FOUR of the following five questions in about 40–50 words
each. (4×3=12)

a) How did Evelyn Glennie learn to sense sound without hearing? (The Sound of
Music)

b) How does the story highlight the difference between mechanical teaching and
traditional schooling? (The Fun They Had)

c) How does Kezia’s attitude towards her father change in the end? (The Little
Girl)

d) Why is Einstein remembered as a humanitarian as well as a genius? (A Truly
Beautiful Mind)

e) Why does the doctor in the story call himself foolish and stupid? (The Snake and
the Mirror)

Q9. Answer ANY TWO of the following three questions in about 60-80 words
each. (2×3=6)

a) How did the narrator’s family realise that keeping Toto was troublesome? (The
Adventures of Toto)

b) How does Iswaran show his imagination and storytelling skill? (Iswaran the
Storyteller)

c) How did the guru outwit the king and save his disciple? (The Kingdom of Fools)

Q10. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions in about 80 words.(1×6=6)

a) How does the story highlight the theme of fear and love in a parent-child
relationship? (The Little Girl)

OR

b) What does Ustad Bismillah Khan’s life teach us about simplicity and devotion to
art? (The Sound of Music)

Q11. Answer ANY ONE of the following two questions in about 80 words.(1×6=6)

a) How does the author highlight the innocence and vulnerability of the child? (The
Lost Child)

OR

b) How are Mahendra and Iswaran different from each other? What do their
reactions show about fear and belief? (Iswaran the Storyteller)

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