MP Board Class 9 English Section B Writing Skill Question Bank

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MP Board Class 9 English Section B Writing Skill Question Bank: Under this Section Note making, summary writing, formal and informal letters, article/paragraph writing, picture guided composition etc included ask in exam.

Section B: Writing

Q.3. Read the following passage and make notes on it and also give a suitable title to it. (4 Marks)

Passage-1
Biogas is a mixture of methane, carbon dioxide, hydrogen, and hydrogen sulphide, the major constituent being methane. Biogas is produced by anaerobic degradation of animal wastes (sometimes plant wastes) in the presence of water. Anaerobic degradation means the breakdown of organic matter by bacteria in the absence of oxygen. Biogas is a non-polluting, clean, and low-cost fuel which is very useful for rural areas where a lot of animal waste and agricultural waste are available. India has the largest cattle population in the world (240 million) and has tremendous potential for biogas production. From cattle dung alone, we can produce biogas of a magnitude of 22,500 mm³ annually. Air-tight digestion/degradation of animal waste is safe as it eliminates health hazards which normally occur in the case of direct use of dung due to direct exposure to faecal pathogens and parasites.

Passage-2
When planning to go on a vacation, the tendency is to make sure that the travel plans are hassle-free before stepping out of one’s doors. This involves booking by train, bus, or even by air to one’s chosen destination. Yet the greatest holidays can be enjoyed by going on foot, and I am not referring to trekking expeditions into the wilds. Any holiday can be made into a walking trip by opting out of a bus ride, train journey, or taxi drop, by selecting to go on foot. Besides, walking is a great form of exercise and, above all, helps you to go deep into the local culture, the daily lives of people, their food, and their music. Walking helps you enhance the adventurous streak in you. If you are out on a beach holiday, instead of workouts at the gym, head out to the water for your exercise. Resort pools are a great way to have fun and stay fit and are suitable for all ages. Wake up early to start your day with a swim, and you can also recruit family and friends to join in to make the activity even more interesting.

Passage-3
In democratic countries, any effort to restrict the freedom of the press is rightly criticized. However, this freedom can be easily abused. Stories about people often attract far more public attention than political events. Though we may enjoy reading about the lives of others, it is extremely doubtful whether we would equally enjoy reading about ourselves. Acting on the basis that facts are sacred, reporters can cause untold suffering to individuals by publishing details about their private lives. Newspapers have such a great influence that not only can they bring about major changes to the lives of ordinary people but can even overthrow the government.

Passage-4
Travelling is a means of education. The real aim of education is character building. When we travel, we have to put things in order. We have to buy our tickets and catch the train at the right time. The rich men can indeed get all this done by their servants, but India is a country of the poor. In a journey, we have to help ourselves. We learn many new things by seeing different places and by conversing with people of all kinds. In Europe, education without travelling is considered incomplete. In ancient India, great importance was given to pilgrimage. Travelling in this country is a great pleasure.

Passage-5
Global Warming is caused by the increase of carbon dioxide levels in the earth’s atmosphere and is a result of human activities that have been causing harm to our environment for the past few centuries now. Global Warming is something that can’t be ignored, and steps have to be taken to tackle the situation globally. The average temperature is constantly rising by 1.5 degrees Celsius for the last few years. The best method to prevent future damage to the earth is that cutting down more forests should be banned, and afforestation should be encouraged. Start by planting trees near your homes and offices, participate in events, and teach the importance of planting trees. It is impossible to undo the damage, but it is possible to stop further harm. Glaciers have been melting, many countries have started water shortages, flooding, and erosion, and all this is because of global warming. No one can be blamed for global warming except for humans. Human activities such as gases released from power plants, transportation, and deforestation have resulted in the increase of gases such as carbon dioxide, CFCs, and other pollutants in the earth’s atmosphere. The main question is how can we control the current situation and build a better world for future generations.

Passage-6
India is a land of unity in diversity. It is a vast country with numerous variations in races, cultures, languages, and even geographical features. In many countries of the world, major geographical features divide international borders, e.g., Nepal and China are separated by the Himalayas. However, in India, we have learned to live in diversity, and our geographical features further solidify this bond. The Punjab region is known for being one of the most potent agricultural lands on earth. The Northern Mountainous region has come across different people and different languages, though all of them are closely related to India. In the Rajasthan desert, we come across Rajasthani languages and culture, all part of India, yet distinct in their culture and language. To the further south come the people of Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala, and Karnataka, all with distinctive languages, known for their local food based on coconut oil and a variation on the Hindu religion. India is a plural society. Its unity and diversity characterize it. Despite several foreign invasions, Mughal rule, and British rule, the nation’s unity and integrity have been maintained. It is this synthesis that has made India a unique mosaic of cultures. India fought against the British Raj as one unified entity. The existence of diverse languages, religions, and cultures, foreign visitors, and immigration from other parts of the world have made India’s culture tolerant. The sources of diversity in India may be traced through a variety of ways.

Passage-7
Education holds a crucial role in human life. One needs to go to schools and colleges to get an education. As a learner and gainer of education, one’s student life takes off. This is the time when he or she has to learn and know a range of subjects. As a student, we read a lot of books, study many subjects, and involve in multiple sports, games, and other academic activities. Student life involves fewer struggles, more fun, fewer problems, and more joy. Students do a lot of mischievous activities during their student life. But they also learn moral values that make them gentlemen, providing them with a distinct identity in society. Your future totally depends on how your student life has been. But having finished our education, we are still called students because education and learning never end. If it does for you, you are not a real learner. That is why we should always keep learning and growing into a better version of ourselves. It is said that “Student life is the best life” because it keeps you growing.

Passage-8
The state of Madhya Pradesh was created on 1 November 1956. As it is the central region of India, it is also known as the ‘Heart of India’. Bhopal is the capital city of Madhya Pradesh. Indore is the largest city in the state. After Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh is the second largest state in terms of area. Madhya Pradesh stands fifth in terms of population after Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar, and West Bengal. The state shares its borders with Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Uttar Pradesh. Madhya Pradesh has a sub-tropical climate. It has a hot dry summer followed by a monsoon from July to September. Winter in this state is fairly cool and dry. Crops like rice, wheat, soybean, pulses, and mustard are grown on a large scale. The major types of soils found in the state are black soil mainly in the Malwa region, red and yellow soil in the Baghelkhand region, alluvial soil in Northern Madhya Pradesh, laterite soil in highland areas, and mixed soil in parts of Gwalior and Chambal division.

Passage-9
India is a land of art and culture, a land of devotion, and a land of proud heritage and rich legacy. India has always been known for its rich heritage and culture. This wonderful land has presented a wide range of performing arts. Dance is considered the most appealing form of performing arts that has been encouraged for centuries in India. It is a process of blossoming and unfolding of meanings, an art of expressing varied emotions and feelings. It is an artistic exploration with the body as an instrument, a search for meaning beyond words. Dance cultivates discipline. Practicing the songs by understanding the stories, thereby knowing the good and bad, cultivates good behaviour. The training process under a guru helps an individual to improve and maintain discipline. Dance training cultivates a perfect systematization. Respecting others, the standing position, walking style, behaviour, talking culture, dressing sense, and helping nature are all cultivated through classical dance. “Dance your way to better health and happiness”.

Passage-10
Kanha National Park is nestled in the Maikal range of Satpuras in Madhya Pradesh, the heart of India that forms the central Indian highlands. The national park is being popularized as the Tiger reserve and interestingly is being declared as one of the finest wildlife areas in the world. Spreading across two revenue districts, Mandala and Kalaghat, Kanha National Park was declared a reserve forest in 1879 and revalued as a wildlife sanctuary in 1933. Its position was further upgraded to a national park in 1955. The Kanha National Park is spread across an area of 940 sq km in the Maikal chain of hills. By bringing up the buffer and core zone all together, the Kanha Tiger Reserve has a total area of 1945 sq km. The landscapes and the surrounding luxurious meadows along with the wooded strands and the dense maroons of forests offer magnanimous sightseeing experiences for nature lovers. Making the land more beautiful and adorable, the crystal-clear streams amidst the dense jungle cleanse the surroundings and make the wildlife unrivalled. This vivacious land has been the source of inspiration for Rudyard Kipling, a famous writer for his outstanding creation—”The Jungle Book”. The Kanha National Park is the ideal home for a wide range of wild creatures; right from the mighty tigers to the most populated Barasingha and countless species of plants, birds, reptiles, and insects.

Q.4. Formal Letter Writing

  1. Write an application to the principal of your school asking for three days’ leave as you are ill.
  2. You are Amit Gupta studying in Govt. HSS Rewa. Write an application to your principal to issue a Transfer Certificate as your father has been transferred to Shivpuri.
  3. You are Nishi studying in Govt Girls’ Higher Secondary School, Morena. Write an application to your principal requesting him to issue books from the book bank.
  4. Write an application to your principal to grant you ten days’ leave as you have to go for the marriage of your brother.
  5. You are Arohi Sharma studying in Govt Girls’ Higher Secondary School, Sagar. Write an application to your principal requesting him for fee concession.
  6. Write a letter to the Superintendent of Police complaining about the incidents of theft and chain-snatching in your area.
  7. A new revised volume of Isaac Asimov’s short stories has just been released. Order one set. Write a letter to the publisher, Mindfame Private Limited, 1632 Asaf Ali Road, New Delhi, requesting that a set be sent to you by Value Payable Post (VPP), and giving your address.
  8. Write an application to your principal requesting him to sanction you a scholarship.
  9. Write an application to your class teacher requesting him to add your name to the list of the students going to the Kanha Kisli National Park.
  10. Write a letter to the editor of a local newspaper to make people aware of the nuisance of loudspeakers during exams.

Informal Letter Writing

  1. You are Rahul, residing at 432/4, behind Govt. Hospital, Bhind. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to attend your sister’s marriage ceremony.
  2. You are Pawan Mishra. Write a letter to your friend Deepak Verma inviting him to attend your younger brother’s birthday party.
  3. You are Aarav Parihar residing at N/32 Nehru Colony, Devas. Write a letter to your father requesting him to send you Rs. 500 for purchasing some books.
  4. Write a letter to your friend congratulating him on his success in the examination.
  5. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to your birthday party.
  6. Write a letter to your sister telling her about your recent visit to a hill station.
  7. Write a letter to your friend inviting him to stay with you during summer vacation.
  8. You are Vaishnavi Dubey, living at A-10 Astha Parisar, Adhartal, Jabalpur. Write a letter to your friend Aarti telling her about your summer holidays programme and invite her to join you.
  9. Write a letter to your friend suggesting some tips regarding the conservation of water.
  10. Write a letter to your father to send you Rs 500/- as you have to pay your fees and buy some books and stationery.
  11. Write a letter to your friend narrating your visit to a tribal village.

Q.5. Essay/Article/Paragraph on any one of the following topics in 180 words (5 Marks)

  1. An Indian Festival
  2. Wonders of Science
  3. Importance of Trees
  4. My Hobby
  5. Environment Protection
  6. Trees are Green Gold
  7. Internet: A Bane or Boon
  8. How to Balance Digital Revolution with Our Life
  9. Modern Technology
  10. Man and Mobile

Q.6. Picture-Guided Composition (3 Marks)

  1. On the basis of the picture given below, describe how we can keep ourselves fit and healthy? (In about 75 words)
  2. On the basis of the picture given below, write a short paragraph about the importance of trees.
  3. Last year you went on a picnic with your family. Look at the picture given below and write a short paragraph about how you enjoyed your picnic.
  4. On the basis of the given picture, write a paragraph in 75 words.
  5. On the basis of the picture given below, describe in 75 words how we can keep ourselves fit and healthy.
  6. Study the picture and describe the wise deed of a crow in short.
  7. On the basis of the given picture, write a paragraph in 75 words.

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