CLASS -9 MOMENTS
CBSE Class 9 – Moments
Lesson 1: The Lost Child – Mulk Raj Anand
Summary
A small boy visits a village fair with his parents. He is attracted by toys, sweets, balloons, flowers, snake charmers and a roundabout ride. His parents keep ignoring or distracting him. When he reaches the roundabout, he suddenly realizes that he has lost his parents. Now, all his earlier desires disappear. A kind stranger offers him sweets, toys and rides, but the child wants only his mother and father. The story shows that love and security are more important than material things.
Characters
- The Child – Innocent and curious
- Mother – Caring
- Father – Protective
- Kind Stranger – Helpful
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Lesson 2: The Adventures of Toto – Ruskin Bond
Summary
Grandfather buys a monkey named Toto from a tonga driver for five rupees. Toto is a mischievous and destructive monkey. He tears wallpaper, breaks dishes, bites people, and creates trouble everywhere. Grandmother is annoyed with him. Toto is taken to Saharanpur, where he causes chaos in the train. He loves hot water baths and steals food. Because of his bad behaviour and the high cost of keeping him, Grandfather finally sells Toto back to the tonga driver. The story shows that wild animals cannot be kept as pets.
Characters
- Toto – A naughty monkey
- Grandfather – Loves animals
- Grandmother – Practical and irritated
- Tonga Driver – Sold Toto
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 2
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Lesson 3: Iswaran the Storyteller – R. K. Laxman
Summary
Mahendra works as a junior supervisor and lives in different places because of his job. His cook, Iswaran, is a great storyteller. He tells dramatic and exaggerated stories about ghosts, wild elephants, and strange incidents. Mahendra enjoys listening to him, but gradually begins to believe the stories. One night, Mahendra imagines seeing a ghost and becomes scared. As a result, he resigns from his job. The story shows how imagination and fear can influence the human mind.
Characters
- Mahendra – A junior supervisor
- Iswaran – A cook and storyteller
- Madam – Mahendra’s employer
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 3
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Lesson 4: In the Kingdom of Fools – A. K. Ramanujan
Summary
In the Kingdom of Fools, everything happens in the opposite way. People work at night and sleep during the day. Food is cheap and laws are strange. A guru and his disciple visit the kingdom. The disciple wants to stay because food is cheap, but the guru warns him. One day, the disciple is wrongly sentenced to death. The clever guru saves him by tricking the foolish king and minister, who end up dying instead. The story shows that foolish rulers bring destruction.
Characters
- The Guru – Wise teacher
- The Disciple – Greedy and foolish
- The King – Foolish ruler
- The Minister – Equally foolish
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 4
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Lesson 5: The Happy Prince – Oscar Wilde
Summary
The statue of the Happy Prince stands high above the city. Though he looks happy, he sees the suffering of the poor. A swallow becomes his messenger. The Prince asks the swallow to take his jewels and gold to help the poor. The swallow sacrifices his life due to cold. The Prince also becomes dull and broken. God declares them the most precious things in the city. The story shows that love and sacrifice are the greatest virtues.
Characters
- The Happy Prince – A kind statue
- The Swallow – A loving bird
- The Mayor – Selfish ruler
- The Poor People – Sufferers
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 5
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Lesson 6: Weathering the Storm in Ersama – Harsh Mander
Summary
This is the true story of Prashant, a young boy who survives a devastating cyclone in Ersama. After being separated from his family, Prashant returns to his village and finds people helpless and hungry. He organizes relief work, helps women, children, and orphans, and brings the community together. His leadership and courage save many lives. The story highlights the power of youth and selfless service.
Characters
- Prashant – A brave young boy
- Villagers – Victims of cyclone
- Relief workers – Helpers
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 6
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Lesson 7: The Last Leaf – O. Henry
Summary
Johnsy and Sue are young artists living together. Johnsy falls ill with pneumonia and believes she will die when the last leaf falls from a vine outside her window. Their old neighbor Behrman, also an artist, paints a leaf on the wall during a storm so that it never falls. Seeing the leaf still there, Johnsy regains hope and recovers. Behrman dies of pneumonia, but his painting saves Johnsy’s life. The story shows the power of sacrifice and hope.
Characters
- Johnsy – A sick young artist
- Sue – Her friend
- Behrman – An old painter
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 7
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Lesson 8: A House Is Not a Home – Zan Gaudioso
Summary
The narrator moves to a new town and feels lonely at his new school. A fire destroys his house and belongings. However, his classmates show kindness by helping him. His pet cat is also found alive. The story shows that love, friendship, and support make a house a home.
Characters
- The Narrator – A lonely boy
- Mother – Caring
- School Friends – Supportive
- The Cat – Beloved pet
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 8
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Lesson 9: The Accidental Tourist – Bill Bryson
Summary
The narrator describes his travel experiences in a humorous way. He often creates trouble by spilling drinks, breaking things, and getting confused while travelling. His carelessness leads to many funny accidents. The story highlights how simple mistakes can turn into big problems while travelling.
Characters
- Bill Bryson – The narrator
- Airline staff – Helpers
- Passengers – Fellow travellers
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Lesson 10: The Beggar – Anton Chekhov
Summary
Lushkoff is a beggar who pretends to be a teacher and a student to get money. Sergei exposes him and makes him work. Sergei’s cook Olga forces Lushkoff to chop wood. Her kindness and strictness change him. Lushkoff later becomes a successful notary. The story shows that honest work and compassion can transform a person.
Characters
- Lushkoff – A beggar
- Sergei – A kind man
- Olga – The cook
50 Very Short Answer Questions – Lesson 10
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