CBSE Class 9 Main Course: NCERT Solutions for The Final Flight

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This section provides NCERT Solutions for Class 9 Main Course, Chapter 2.(A) 'The Final Flight'. It delves into the adventurous journey of Amelia Earhart, focusing on matching headings to extracts, understanding vocabulary related to aviation and exploration, identifying characteristics of adventure, and completing a timeline of her record-breaking flight attempt. The solutions offer clear explanations and structured answers to help students grasp the narrative and associated concepts. These solutions are designed to aid in understanding the text thoroughly and preparing effectively for examinations by reinforcing key details and vocabulary.

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BoardCBSE
ClassClass 9
SubjectMain Course
Session2026
LanguageEnglish
TypeNCERT Solutions
Chapter2.(A) The Final Flight

Chapter summary

NCERT Solutions for 'The Final Flight' (Class 9 Main Course, Unit 2(A)) covers exercises related to Amelia Earhart's final journey. It includes matching headings to text extracts, defining vocabulary words in context, brainstorming characteristics of adventure, and reconstructing a chronological timeline of her flight attempt. These solutions aim to enhance reading comprehension and vocabulary skills related to aviation and adventure.

Learning outcomes

  • Understand the context and themes of 'The Final Flight'.
  • Match appropriate headings to given text extracts.
  • Define and use vocabulary words related to aviation and adventure.
  • Identify and describe the key characteristics of adventure.
  • Reconstruct a chronological timeline of historical events.
  • Improve reading comprehension skills for narrative texts.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Reading Comprehension
  • Vocabulary Building
  • Matching Exercises
  • Characteristics of Adventure
  • Historical Timelines
  • Amelia Earhart's Journey
  • Aviation History
  • Exploration
  • Risk-taking
  • Narrative Text Analysis

Important topics

  • Understanding the theme of adventure
  • Vocabulary related to flight and exploration
  • Sequencing historical events
  • Identifying key characteristics of adventurous pursuits
  • Amelia Earhart's final flight details

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Questions and Solutions

Question 1

Given below are four headings and four magazine extracts. Match each heading to the corresponding extract and write it as a heading for the extract.

SPIRIT OF DAREDEVILRY

SAIL TO ADVENTURE!

GATEWAYS TO THE UNDERWORLD

A TRAIL TO DISCOVERY

Solution:

This question requires matching specific headings to their respective magazine extracts. Based on the typical themes associated with these phrases, the correct matches are as follows:

  1. A trail to discovery
  2. Spirit of daredevilry
  3. Gateways to the underworld
  4. Sail to adventure

Each heading corresponds to a different type of adventurous or exploratory theme, suggesting distinct content for each magazine extract.

Question 2

Below are certain words that appear in the story of Amelia Earhart's journey. The meanings have been given in a jumbled order. Match the words with their meanings.

Words

  1. Navigator
  2. Skirting
  3. Dysentery
  4. Parachute
  5. Cable
  6. Precise
  7. Transmit
  8. Implement
  9. Raft
  10. Stowed
  11. Aviator
  12. Abandone

Meanings

  1. a) an infection of the bowels
  2. b) a person who flies an aircraft
  3. c) a person who plans a route for a ship or plane
  4. d) to put something in a safe place
  5. e) to leave something with no intention of returning
  6. f) to be or go around the edge of something
  7. g) a device that is attached to people or objects to make them fall slowly and safely.
  8. h)
  9. i) a set of wires, covered in plastic or rubber that carries electricity or telephone signals
  10. j) carry out
  11. k) exact
  12. l) to send an electronic signal
Solution:

This exercise involves matching vocabulary words from the story with their correct definitions. Here are the accurate matches:

Words | Meanings

  1. Navigator - c) a person who plans a route for a ship or plane
  2. Skirting - f) to be or go around the edge of something
  3. Dysentery - a) an infection of the bowels
  4. Parachute - g) a device that is attached to people or objects to make them fall slowly and safely.
  5. Cable - i) a set of wires, covered in plastic or rubber that carries electricity or telephone signals
  6. Precise - k) exact
  7. Transmit - l) to send an electronic signal
  8. Implement - j) carry out
  9. Raft - (No direct meaning provided in the jumbled list, often refers to a floating platform)
  10. Stowed - d) to put something in a safe place
  11. Aviator - b) a person who flies an aircraft
  12. Abandone - e) to leave something with no intention of returning

Understanding these terms is crucial for comprehending the narrative of Amelia Earhart's journey.

Question 3

In pairs, discuss what is common about all the articles given above. Complete the web chart below, with the characteristics of adventure. (One has been done for you)

Risk

ADVENTURE

Exploration

Adrenaline

Acclaim

A Hero

Spirit

Solution:

This question asks students to identify common characteristics of adventure by discussing various articles and completing a web chart. While a model answer is provided for reference, the core idea is to brainstorm elements associated with adventure. Based on the provided chart structure and common understanding, here are the characteristics:

ADVENTURE

  • Risk: Adventures often involve inherent dangers or uncertainties.
  • Exploration: Venturing into unknown or new territories is a key aspect.
  • Adrenaline: The thrill and excitement generated by challenging situations.
  • Acclaim: Recognition or praise received for undertaking daring feats.
  • A Hero: Adventurers are often seen as heroic figures.
  • Spirit: A courageous and daring attitude is essential.
  • Challenge: Overcoming obstacles and pushing personal limits.
  • Discovery: Finding new things, places, or aspects of oneself.

Students are encouraged to think about these elements in relation to the provided headings and extracts.

Question 4

The following is a time chart of Amelia's aviation record in her attempt to go around the world. Complete it with the missing dates and events.

Date

  1. June 1, 1937
  2. June 17
  3. June 27
  4. June 29
  5. July 2
  6. July 2 (7:20 hrs)
  7. July 2 (8:00 GMT)
  8. July 2 (20:14 GMT)
  9. July 18

Event

  1. Electra flew to Calcutta
  2. Reached Lae in New Guinea
  3. Amelia left Lae
  4. Amelia made her last radio contact
  5. Last voice transmissions from Amelia
Solution:

This question requires filling in the missing dates and events in Amelia Earhart's flight timeline. The completed chart provides a chronological overview of her record attempt:

Date | Event

  1. June 1, 1937 | Amelia Earhart with her navigator Fred Noonan departed in Electra from Miami, Florida. She was to make a circumnavigational flight of the globe.
  2. June 17 | Electra flew to Calcutta
  3. June 27 | They left Bandoeng for Port Darwin, Australia.
  4. June 29 | Reached Lae in New Guinea
  5. July 2 | Amelia left Lae
  6. July 2 (7:20 hrs) | Amelia provided a position report placing the Electra on course at some 20 miles southwest of the Nukumanu Islands.
  7. July 2 (8:00 GMT) | Amelia made her last radio contact
  8. July 2 (20:14 GMT) | Last voice transmissions from Amelia
  9. July 18 | The ongoing search of Electra was abandoned by ships in the Howland area.

This timeline highlights the key stages and critical moments of Amelia Earhart's ambitious journey around the world.

Common mistakes

  • Incorrectly matching headings to extracts.
  • Misinterpreting the meanings of vocabulary words.
  • Incomplete or inaccurate completion of the adventure web chart.
  • Errors in sequencing events on the timeline.
  • Confusing dates or events in Amelia Earhart's journey.

Revision tips

  • Read the story 'The Final Flight' carefully to understand the context.
  • Practice matching headings to extracts to improve comprehension.
  • Create flashcards for new vocabulary words and their meanings.
  • Discuss the characteristics of adventure with classmates.
  • Review the completed timeline to memorize key dates and events.

Practice MCQs

Q1. What is the primary theme of the chapter 'The Final Flight'?

Q2. Which word means 'a person who plans a route for a ship or plane'?

Q3. According to the web chart, which of the following is a characteristic of adventure?

Q4. Amelia Earhart's final flight attempt was an effort to:

Q5. What does the word 'Implement' mean in the context of the story?

Frequently asked questions

What is the main focus of the NCERT Solutions for 'The Final Flight'?

These solutions focus on comprehension of the text, vocabulary related to aviation and adventure, identifying characteristics of adventure, and understanding the timeline of Amelia Earhart's final flight attempt.

Which class and subject are these NCERT Solutions for?

These NCERT Solutions are for Class 9, Subject: Main Course, Chapter 2.(A) 'The Final Flight'.

How do these solutions help in exam preparation?

They help by providing clear, rewritten answers to all exercises, reinforcing vocabulary, clarifying concepts like adventure, and ensuring accuracy in historical details like timelines, aiding in effective revision.

What kind of vocabulary is covered in this chapter's solutions?

The chapter covers vocabulary related to aviation, navigation, exploration, and the execution of plans, such as 'navigator', 'aviator', 'implement', 'transmit', and 'skirting'.

Are the questions in the solutions the same as in the NCERT textbook?

Yes, the questions are kept the same as in the NCERT textbook, ensuring that students are practicing with the exact problems they are expected to solve.

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