CBSE Class 9 Science Previous Year Question Paper 2019
This is the CBSE Class 9 Science Previous Year Question Paper for the 2018-19 session, carrying a total of 80 marks and a duration of 3 hours. The paper is divided into five sections: A, B, C, D, and E. Section A contains two one-mark questions, Section B has three two-mark questions, Section C includes ten three-mark questions, Section D features six five-mark questions, and Section E consists of six practical skills-based questions, each worth two marks. Internal choices are provided in Sections B, C, D, and E. Solving this board question paper is crucial for students to understand the exam pattern, identify important topics, and enhance their preparation for the final examinations.
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| Board | CBSE |
|---|---|
| Class | 9 |
| Subject | Science |
| Session | 2018-19 |
| Language | English |
| Type | Previous Year Question Paper |
| Exam type | Board Exam |
Paper pattern
The question paper comprises five sections (A, B, C, D, E) with questions of varying marks (1, 2, 3, 5) and a total duration of 3 hours for 80 marks.
Topics covered
Paper topics
- Matter and its Nature
- Atoms and Molecules
- The Fundamental Unit of Life
- Structure of the Atom
- Diversity in Living Organisms
- Tissues
- Motion
- Force and Laws of Motion
- Gravitation
- Work and Energy
- Sound
- Our Environment
- Natural Resources
- Food Production
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Question paper text
SAMPLE PAPER 02 FOR SESSION ENDING EXAM (2018–19)
SUBJECT: SCIENCE (086)
BLUE PRINT : CLASS IX
Practical
UNIT Chapter VSA SA - II SA - I LA Unit
Based Total
(1 mark) (3 marks) (2 marks) (5 marks) Questions Total
Matter - Its Nature and Behaviour of life Matter in our Atoms and Molecules Structure of the Atom The Fundamental unit -- -- -- 3(1) 3(1) -- -- -- -- 5(1)* 5(1) 5(1) 2(1)* -- -- 8(2) 8(2) 7(2) 23(7)
surroundings -- 3(1) -- -- -- 3(1)
Is Matter around us -- 3(1)* -- -- 2(1) 5(2)
pure Organisation in the Living World iving World organisms Tissues Diversity in living Why Do we fall ill 1(1) -- 3(1)* 3(1) -- -- -- 5(1)* -- -- -- 6(2) 3(1) 3(1) 20(6)
Motion, Force and Motion Gravitation Work and Energy ___ -- -- 3(1)* 3(1) -- -- -- -- 5(1)* 5(1) 2(1) -- -- 3(1) 8(2) 7(2) 27(9)
Force and Laws of motion -- 3(1) -- -- 2(1)* 5(2)
Work Sound -- -- 2(1)* -- 2(1)* 4(2)
Our Environment Natural Resources 1(1) 3(1) 2(1) -- -- 6(3) 6(3)
Food; Food Production Resources Improvement in Food -- 2(1) 2(1) 4(2) 4(2)
Total 2(2) 30(10) 6(3) 30(6) 12(6) 80(27) 80(27)
Note: * - Internal Choice Questions of same chapter.
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SAMPLE PAPER 02 FOR SESSION ENDING EXAM (2018–19)
SUBJECT: SCIENCE
MAX. MARKS: 80
DURATION: 3 HRS
CLASS: IX
General Instructions:
The question paper comprises of five sections – A, B, C, D and E. You are to attempt all the sections.
- All questions are compulsory.
- Internal choice is given in sections B, C, D and E.
- Question numbers 1 and 2 in Section-A are one mark questions. They are to be answered in one word or in one sentence.
- Question numbers 3 to 5 in Section- B are two marks questions. These are to be answered in about 30 words each.
- Question numbers 6 to 15 in Section-C are three marks questions. These are to be answered in about 50 words each.
- Question numbers 16 to 21 in Section-D are 5 marks questions. These are to be answered in about 70 words each.
- Question numbers 22 to 27 in Section- E are based on practical skills. Each question is a two marks question. These are to be answered in brief.
SECTION – A
- Name the term which is used for the following:
- The left and right halves of the body have the same design.
- The animal tissue differentiate from the three embryonic germ layers.
2. What would happen if carbon dioxide content of the atmosphere increases?
<u>SECTION – B</u>
- What is biological fixation? How is it different from nitrification? Give an example of organism involved in each of these.
4. (a) Sound is produced when your school bell is struck with a hammer. Why?
- Which characteristic of sound helps to identify your friend by his voice while sitting with others in a dark room?
OR
Define wavelength and relate it with frequency of sound and its velocity.
- Where is ozone layer found in atmosphere? What is its importance? Write the harmful effects of UV rays?
SECTION - C
6. A student lifts an object in the upward direction. In doing so, he applies the force on the object in the upward direction and displaces it in that direction: (However, the force of gravity is also acting on the object.)
- State the direction in which force of gravity is acting on it.
- Which one of these forces is doing positive work? Give reason.
- Which one of these forces is doing negative work? Give reason.
OR
- Define kinetic energy.
- The masses of scooter and bike are in the ratio of 2:3, but both are moving with the same speed of 108 km/h. Compute the ratio of their kinetic energy.
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Frequently asked questions
What is this document?
This is a CBSE Class 9 Science Previous Year Question Paper from the 2018-19 session, designed for board exam practice.
What is the total marks and duration for this paper?
The paper is for 80 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.
How are the questions structured in this paper?
The paper is divided into five sections (A, B, C, D, E) with questions ranging from 1 to 5 marks, including practical skills-based questions.
What is the benefit of solving previous year question papers?
Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and important topics, thereby improving their performance.
Are there any choices available in the questions?
Yes, internal choices are provided in Sections B, C, D, and E of the question paper.
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