Class 9
English Assignment
Section A: Reading
Q1. Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow:
[Link], a city uniquely built on water and renowned for its iconic gondolas as a primary
mode of transportation, is one of the world's most famous destinations. Nestled in the
northeastern part of Italy, it spans a network of over 100 small islands separated by canals
and linked by more than 400 bridges. What makes Venice unique is its historic charm, which
remains untouched by modern vehicular traffic as the city relies on gondolas for
transportation.
[Link] its undeniable allure, Venice is grappling with severe environmental and societal
challenges. The city has been steadily sinking due to the natural settling of the land, a
phenomenon compounded by climate change and the rising levels of the Adriatic Sea.
Floods, known locally as "Acqua Alta," have become increasingly frequent, threatening the
preservation of its architectural treasures, including the iconic St. Mark’s Basilica.
[Link], the lifeblood of Venice’s economy, is a double-edged sword. With over 20
million visitors annually, the city has to contend with overcrowded streets and canals. Local
residents often find themselves displaced due to rising costs and dwindling resources. While
efforts are being made to strike a balance between conservation and modernisation, Venice
continues to face the complex challenge of sustaining its cultural heritage while adapting to
the realities of the 21st century.
On the basis of your reading, answer the following questions:
[Link] of the following statements is TRUE about Venice, according to the passage?
A. Venice has over 500 bridges linking its islands.
B. Tourism is the sole reason for Venice’s economic growth.
C. Venice is free from environmental challenges despite its sinking land.
D. Venice does not have modern vehicular traffic.
ii. Assertion (A): The city of Venice is sinking faster because of climate change.
Reason (R): Rising levels of the Adriatic Sea and frequent floods have accelerated the
sinking of Venice.
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, but R is false.
D. A is false, but R is true.
[Link] are ‘Acqua Alta’ and how do they impact Venice?
[Link] does tourism act as a double-edged sword for Venice?
v. Complete the following analogy- Modern City :: Taxi : Venice : _______
[Link] a word from the passage (Para 1) that means ‘unchanged or unaffected.’
Section B: Grammar & Writing
Q2. Attempt the following tasks:
[Link] the error in the given sentence and supply the correction.
You should paid attention in the class.
Use the given format for your response.
Error Correction
[Link] the dialogue between a soldier and a boy, by completing the narration.
Boy : Sir, you are a war veteran , how does it feel to receive the adulation?
Soldier : It feels great to be acknowledged for my contributions.
In response to the question the boy has asked, the soldier says that _____
iii. Identify the error in the given sentence and supply the correction.
The information shared in the meeting were not accurate.
Use the given format for your response.
Error Correction
iv. Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the sentence.
A school of fish _____ spotted in the lake.
(a) will (b) have (c) has (d) was
v. Meenu : Will you attend Pamela’s birthday party?
Mayank : My father will not permit me.
Meenu asked Mayank if he would attend Pamela’s birthday party, to which Mayank
replied that _____.
Q3. Recall a community service event you participated in. Describe your role and how it
impacted you.
Section C: Literature
Q4. Read the following extract and answer the questions below:
“Away, away in the Northland,
Where the hours of the day are few,
And the nights are so long in winter
That they cannot sleep them through.”
[Link] does the phrase ‘the hours of the day are few’ imply about the geographical
location of the Northland?
[Link] phrase ‘they cannot sleep them through’ most likely indicates:
A. The people are restless during the long nights.
B. The people have no time to sleep during the winter.
C. The people sleep through the long nights.
D. The people are afraid of the dark winters.
Q5. Answer the following question in about 40-50 words:
i. Discuss how Santosh Yadav's determination and perseverance helped her achieve her
goals.
ii. What important lesson did Maria learn during the first two years of her stay in the
U.S., away from her mother?