G 09 MOCK ASSET 1:2024-25

Why did the villagers lock their doors at 9 PM every night?

• To avoid the cold weather

• Because of a mysterious tradition

• To protect their belongings

• To scare visitors away

What kind of person was Mira?

• A shy and quiet traveler

• A curious and brave individual

• Someone who followed the rules

• A scared and nervous visitor

What did Mira experience after 9 PM?

• Loud music from the houses

• A mysterious sound and whispers

• Children playing in the dark

• A sudden storm

What word best describes the atmosphere after 9 PM in the village?

• Calm

• Busy

• Eerie

• Exciting

Match the words to their meanings:

What is the central idea of the poem?

What does the poet mean by 'the world is too much with us'?

Identify and explain the literary device used in the line 'We have given our hearts away, a sordid boon!'

Identify and explain the difference between the words 'affect' and 'effect'.

Use the following words in a sentence each: perspicacious and ephemeral.