Set 1
Set 1
Set 1
English
Class 9
Set 1
Time Allowed-50 Minutes | Maximum Mark-20
1. Read the following text. 5m
(1) As a high school student, studying poetry can be a rollercoaster ride. This journey is punctuated by moments
of profound appreciation for simpler pieces and intermittent frustration with more complex works. Let's be
real here - some poems are just plain confusing and no amount of re-reading seems to help decipher the
intended meaning. The puzzlement that results from such instances can be both vexing and demotivating. If
solving a riddle is what was intended, then playing Sudoku is a
better option. One is led to ponder if obscurity was the goal.
(2) Conversely, some pieces resonate with the reader's soul. stirring feelings of warmth, happiness, and
connection to the world. Often, these compositions centre on themes that are universally understood, such
as love, nature, or faith. Being able to actually understand what the poet is trying
to say can feel like a little victory and is a welcome relief after grappling with more perplexing poetry.
(3) Then there are poems that are emotionally charged; the ones that make the reader curl up in a ball and cry
or jump up and down with joy. One is left in awe of the poet's ability to convey emotion through words. Let’s
not forget the downright weird poems. These are the ones that defy categorization and leave the reader to
their own devices in attempting to interpret meaning. The author's use of figurative language and
unconventional imagery can create a sense of bewilderment that is either intriguing or off-putting.
Regardless, the reader can appreciate the uniqueness of the
work.
(4) Despite the wide range of emotions and reactions that come with studying poetry, it can be a rewarding
pursuit. Not only does reading poetry allow one to appreciate the artistic beauty of the written word but also
enables one to develop crucial critical thinking and analytical skills. The process of unlocking a poem's
meaning can feel like cracking a code or solving a puzzle but the sense of accomplishment derived from
mastering a challenging piece can be deeply gratifying. Finally,
impressing an English teacher with a well-analysed poem can be a source of pride and validation.
(5) Overall, studying poetry is like a box of mixed chocolates, you never know what you're going to get. But
whether it's complex, emotional, simple, or just downright weird, there's always something to be gained
from the experience. So, let's applaud all the poets out there, for making us laugh, cry,
scratch our heads, and occasionally feel like a genius.
Created for academic usage/ 414 words
Answer the following questions, based on the passage above.
I Which of the following statements best describes the author's attitude towards studying poetry? 1
A. Finds poetry to be a frustrating and meaningless endeavor.
B. Believes that the emotional rollercoaster of studying poetry is not worth the effort.
C. Recognizes the challenges of studying poetry but also acknowledges the rewards it offers.
D. Feels that poetry is too obscure and abstract for the average person to appreciate.
Ii What is the tone of the writer in the given lines from paragraph (1)? Rationalise your response in 2
about 40 words.
If solving a riddle is what was intended, then playing Sudoku is a better option. One is led to
ponder if obscurity was the goal.
Iii Complete the sentence appropriately. 1
The author's use of vivid imagery in the paragraph (3), such as "curl up in a ball and cry" and "jump
up and down with joy", greatly affects the reader because .
Iv The passage includes some words that are opposites of each other. From the sets (a)-(e) below, 1
identify two sets of antonyms:
a. She hasn’t got ____ money left after buying the car. That amount is not enough to buy a car
sound system.
b. He drank ____ water he could find because he was so thirsty. That amount was not
sufficient.
c. ____ time we spend together is precious. I would look forward to spend more time with
you.
d. Could you please give me ____ information about the tour? That information will help us in
planning our tour.
e. We have a get-together at our place …………………. Sunday. You are invited.
3. Seema decided to write a story for her school magazine, but after some time, she could not complete
the story as she had to go out for some urgent work. Complete the story on the basis of the beginning
given below using 100-120 words. “An old man had two daughters. He loved both of them. Once he
asked them…” 5 marks
a. How does the poem inspire us to take responsibility for our own choices?
b. Justify the title of the story 'The Fun They Had'.