Class IX English Sample Paper

Why does Ravi do a circuit of ‘ride’, work, ride?

• because he wants to stay focused.

• because after cycling to work, his brain is at the peak of activity level.

• Both (A) and (B)

• Neither (A) nor (B)

What are some benefits of cycling on the brain, according to the passage? Answer in about 40 words.

Complete the sentence appropriately: Exercise is like fertiliser for your brain because it creates rich capillary beds that provide _______.

Find word/phrase from the passage which means the opposite of ‘abstain’ from functioning. (Para 6)

Complete the sentence appropriately: In a recent study, scientists found that people scored higher on tests of memory, reasoning, and planning after _________ minutes of spinning on a stationary bike.

How does exercise benefit the brain according to the passage? Answer in about 40 words.

Based on the understanding of the passage, choose the option that lists the correct sequence of ‘How is exercise itself a stress?

• 1. The body releases a particular hormone. 2. As one gets fitter, it takes a longer and more rigorous exercising to trigger the same response. 3. As soon as one starts exercising, the body reacts immediately. 4. That hormone raises one’s heart rate, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.

• 1. 3. 4. 2

• 3. 1. 4. 2

• 4. 3. 2. 1

According to the above passage, what is the work of neurotransmitters?

Complete the sentence appropriately: According to Andy Dehart, sharks leave after realising they have mistakenly bitten a human and not their intended prey because...

Fill in the blanks with an appropriate response: Andy believes that sharks possess powerful problem-solving abilities and social skills, which shows that they are not .