30 Days Timetable for "English" Class 9 | English Class 9 PDF Download

Welcome to your Class 9 English exam preparation plan! The English exam is an important milestone in your academic journey. To help you succeed, we've created a comprehensive 30-day study plan that covers all the chapters and topics you need to master.

Before we dive into the study plan, let's understand the Class 9 English syllabus and the types of questions you can expect in the exam.

Understanding the Class 9 English Syllabus

To excel in your Class 9 English exam, you'll need to cover the following books, topics, and question types:

Book - Beehive:

• The Fun They Had
• The Sound of Music
• The Little Girl
• A Truly Beautiful Mind
• The Snake and the Mirror
• My Childhood
• Reach For The Top
• Kathmandu
• If I were You

Poems

• The Road Not taken
• Wind
• Rain on The Roof
• The Lake Isle of Innisfree
• A Legend of The Northland
• No Men Are Foreign
• On killing a tree
• A Slumber Did My Spirit Seal

Book - Moments:

• The Lost Child
• The adventures of Toto
• Iswaran the Storyteller
• In the kingdom of fools
• The Happy Prince
• The Last Leaf
• A House is not a Home
• The Beggar

Language through Literature:

• Reference to the Context
  • One extract out of two, from Drama / Prose.
  • One extract out of two, from poetry.

• Multiple Choice Questions / Objective Type Questions

  • To assess interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation, appreciation, and vocabulary.

• Short & Long Answer Questions

  • Four out of Five Short Answer Type Questions from Beehive
  • To assess interpretation, analysis, inference, and evaluation.

• Two out of Three Short Answer Type Questions from Moments

  • To assess interpretation, analysis, inference, and evaluation.

• One out of two Long Answer Type Questions from Beehive

  • To assess creativity, imagination, and extrapolation beyond the text.

• One out of two Long Answer Type Questions from Moments

  • On theme or plot involving interpretation, extrapolation beyond the text, and inference or character sketch.

Grammar Topics:

• Determiners
• Tenses
• Modals
• Subject – verb concord
• Reported speech
  • Commands and requests
  • Statements
  • Questions
• Accurate use of spelling, punctuation, and grammar will be assessed through Gap Filling/ Editing/Transformation exercises.

Writing Skills:

• Writing a Descriptive Paragraph (word limit 100-120 words), describing a person / event / situation, based on visual or verbal cue/s.
• Writing a Story (on a given cue/title)/Diary Entry, in 100-120 words.

Reading Skills:

• Reading Comprehension through Unseen Passage
• Discursive passage of 400-450 words.
• Case-based factual passage (with visual input- statistical data/chart etc.) of 200-250 words. (Total length of two passages to be 600-700 words)
• Multiple Choice Questions / Objective Type Questions/Very Short Answer Questions will be asked to assess comprehension, interpretation, analysis, inference, evaluation, and vocabulary.

Day 1: The Fun They Had (Beehive)

• Introduction to the chapter
• Understanding the characters
• Key events in the chapter

Grammar Focus:

• Introduction to determiners
• Practice exercises on determiners

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension practice
• Solve questions from the chapter

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter thoroughly
• Practice grammar exercises on determiners
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev resources for additional practice.

Day 2: The Sound of Music (Beehive)

• Summary of the chapter
• Character analysis
• Themes and motifs in the chapter

Grammar Focus:

• Study tenses (present, past, future)
• Practice tenses exercises

Writing Skill:

• Write a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) about your favorite music

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter summary
• Practice tenses exercises
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev English Grammar for grammar help.

Day 3: The Little Girl (Beehive)

• Plot overview
• Character development
• Central themes and messages

Grammar Focus:

• Understand modals
• Complete modal verb exercises

Reading Skill:

• Solve multiple-choice questions on the chapter

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter plot
• Practice modal verb exercises
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev NCERT Solutions for additional support.

Day 4: A Truly Beautiful Mind (Beehive)

• Detailed chapter analysis
• Examining the protagonist's journey
• Themes explored in the chapter

Grammar Focus:

• Subject-verb concord
• Complete subject-verb concord exercises

Writing Skill:

• Write a story based on a given cue or title (100-120 words)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter thoroughly
• Practice subject-verb concord exercises
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev English Grammar for advanced grammar help.

Day 5: The Snake and the Mirror (Beehive)

• Understanding the chapter's narrative
• Key events and their significance
• Analyzing the character of the protagonist

Grammar Focus:

• Introduction to reported speech
• Practice reported speech exercises (commands and requests)

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's narrative
• Practice reported speech exercises
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Practice Tests for mock tests.

Day 6: My Childhood (Beehive)

• Chapter summary and key incidents
• Character sketches
• Themes and emotions in the chapter

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with reported speech (statements)
• Practice reported speech exercises (statements)

Writing Skill:

• Write a diary entry (100-120 words) about a memorable childhood event

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter summary
• Practice reported speech exercises (statements)
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev Essays for Class 9 for writing tips.

Day 7: Reach For The Top (Beehive)

• Overview of the chapter
• Character development
• Themes of ambition and perseverance

Grammar Focus:

• Practice questions on reported speech (questions)

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter thoroughly
• Practice reported speech exercises (questions)
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Sample Questions for sample papers.

Day 8: Kathmandu (Beehive)

• In-depth chapter analysis
• Character motivations and conflicts
• Exploration of cultural themes

Grammar Focus:

• Review reported speech (statements, questions)
• Practice reported speech exercises (mixed)

Writing Skill:

• Write a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) about your dream travel destination

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes
• Practice mixed reported speech exercises
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev Short Questions for practice.

Day 9: If I Were You (Beehive)

• Chapter summary and analysis
• Role reversal and its implications
• Moral lessons conveyed in the chapter

Grammar Focus:

• Focus on writing skills (diary entry)
• Practice exercises on diary entry

Reading Skill:

• Case-based factual passage reading (with visual input)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter summary
• Practice diary entry writing
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Long Questions for additional practice.

Day 10: Poems - The Road Not Taken (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Poem summary and interpretation
• Literary devices used in the poem
• Themes and messages conveyed

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short essay (100-120 words) on making choices in life

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's themes and literary devices
• Review grammar concepts
• Attempt short answer questions on the poem
• Explore EduRev Very Short Questions for quick revision.

Day 11: Poems - Wind (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Poem analysis and interpretation
• Imagery and symbolism in the poem
• Personal reflections on the poem

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) about a windy day

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's imagery and symbolism
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt long answer questions on the poem
• Refer to EduRev Short Questions for practice.

Day 12: Poems - Rain on The Roof (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Summary and poetic analysis
• Mood and tone in the poem
• Personal responses to the poem

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar practice (reported speech)

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's mood and tone
• Practice reported speech
• Attempt short answer questions on the poem
• Explore EduRev Long Questions for additional support.

Day 13: Poems - The Lake Isle of Innisfree (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Understanding the poem's themes
• Critical analysis of the poem
• Personal reflections on the poem

Grammar Focus:

• Writing skills (descriptive paragraph)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short essay (100-120 words) on your ideal peaceful place

Reading Skill:

• Case-based factual passage reading (with visual input)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's themes
• Practice descriptive paragraph writing
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the poem
• Refer to EduRev NCERT Solutions for additional support.

Day 14: Poems - A Legend of The Northland (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Poem summary and interpretation
• Poetic devices used in the poem
• Lessons and values conveyed in the poem

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short essay (100-120 words) on a legendary figure you admire

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's poetic devices
• Review grammar concepts
• Attempt short answer questions on the poem
• Explore EduRev Practice Tests for mock tests.

Day 15: Poems - No Men Are Foreign (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• In-depth analysis of the poem
• Theme of global unity
• Personal response and reflections

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a letter to a friend describing the importance of unity (100-120 words)

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's central theme
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt long answer questions on the poem
• Refer to EduRev Sample Questions for sample papers.

Day 16: Poems - On Killing a Tree (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Summary and critical analysis
• Environmental themes in the poem
• Personal insights on environmental conservation

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar practice (reported speech)

Writing Skill:

• Write a persuasive essay (100-120 words) on the importance of tree conservation

Reading Skill:

• Case-based factual passage reading (with visual input)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's environmental themes
• Practice reported speech
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the poem
• Explore EduRev Long Questions for additional practice.

Day 17: Poems - A Slumber Did My Spirit Seal (Beehive)

Subtopics:

• Understanding the poem's symbolism
• Poetic techniques and their impact
• Personal interpretation of the poem

Grammar Focus:

• Writing skills (descriptive paragraph)

Writing Skill:

• Write a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) on a peaceful moment

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the poem's symbolism
• Practice descriptive paragraph writing
• Attempt short answer questions on the poem
• Refer to EduRev Very Short Questions for quick revision.

Day 18: Moments - The Lost Child

Subtopics:

• Chapter summary and analysis
• Themes of childhood and separation
• Character motivations and emotions

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short story (100-120 words) about a child's adventure

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter summary
• Review grammar concepts
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Very Short Questions for quick revision.

Day 19: Moments - The Adventures of Toto

Subtopics:

• Detailed chapter analysis
• Role of Toto in the story
• Themes of companionship and kindness

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a letter to a friend describing your favorite animal (100-120 words)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes and character analysis
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev NCERT Solutions for additional support.

Day 20: Moments - Iswaran the Storyteller

Subtopics:

• Chapter summary and narrative analysis
• Iswaran's storytelling and its impact
• Themes of storytelling and imagination

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar practice (reported speech)

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's narrative and themes
• Practice reported speech
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Practice Tests for mock tests.

Day 21: Moments - In the Kingdom of Fools

Subtopics:

• In-depth chapter analysis
• Examination of the foolishness theme
• Character interactions and consequences

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short essay (100-120 words) on the value of wisdom

Reading Skill:

• Case-based factual passage reading (with visual input)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes and character interactions
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev Short Questions for practice.

Day 22: Moments - The Happy Prince

Subtopics:

• Chapter summary and thematic exploration
• Role of the Happy Prince and the Swallow
• Themes of compassion and sacrifice

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar practice (reported speech)

Writing Skill:

• Write a letter to a fictional character (100-120 words)

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes and character roles
• Practice reported speech
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Short Questions for additional support.

Day 23: Moments - The Last Leaf

Subtopics:

• Understanding the chapter's narrative
• Key events and their significance
• Analyzing the character of Sue

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short story (100-120 words) about an unexpected act of kindness

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's narrative and character analysis
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev NCERT Solutions for additional support.

Day 24: Moments - A House is not a Home

Subtopics:

• Chapter summary and analysis
• The meaning of a home
• Character experiences and emotions

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar practice (reported speech)

Writing Skill:

• Write a diary entry (100-120 words) about a memorable moment at home

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes and character experiences
• Practice reported speech
• Attempt short answer questions on the chapter
• Explore EduRev Sample Questions for sample papers.

Day 25: Moments - The Beggar

Subtopics:

• In-depth chapter analysis
• The portrayal of the beggar
• Themes of empathy and social inequality

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (tenses, modals, subject-verb concord)

Writing Skill:

• Write a short essay (100-120 words) on the importance of helping others

Reading Skill:

• Case-based factual passage reading (with visual input)

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise the chapter's themes and character portrayal
• Practice grammar concepts
• Attempt long answer questions on the chapter
• Refer to EduRev Long Questions for additional practice.

Day 26: Language through Literature - Grammar Review

Subtopics:

• Recap of grammar topics (determiners, tenses, modals, subject-verb concord, reported speech)

Writing Skill:

• Practice writing a descriptive paragraph (100-120 words) on any topic

Reading Skill:

• Discursive passage reading practice

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Revise all grammar topics covered so far
• Practice writing skills
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on grammar
• Explore EduRev English Grammar for grammar help.

Day 27: Language through Literature - Writing Skills

Subtopics:

• Writing a story based on a given cue or title (100-120 words)

Grammar Focus:

• Grammar revision (determiners, tenses, modals, subject-verb concord, reported speech)

Reading Skill:

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Practice story writing
• Review grammar concepts
• Attempt short answer questions on writing skills
• Explore EduRev Very Short Questions for quick revision.

Day 28: Language through Literature - Reading Skills

• Reading comprehension through an unseen passage (discursive)

Grammar Focus:

• Continue with grammar revision (determiners, tenses, modals, subject-verb concord, reported speech)

Writing Skill:

• Write a persuasive essay (100-120 words) on a relevant social issue

Things to Keep in Mind:

• Practice reading comprehension
• Review grammar concepts
• Attempt multiple-choice questions on reading skills
• Refer to EduRev NCERT Solutions for additional support.

Day 29 and Day 30: Revision and Practice

• Revise all the chapters covered
• Practice questions from all topics you covered till now
• Practice worksheet questions and check with worksheet solutions
• Make self-notes and take help from short notes on EduRev for every chapter in English
• Revise all chapters again with lots of practice
• Practice from resources provided by EduRev, which are enough to excel in your exams

Refer to the below links for practicing:

• Practice Tests for English Class 9
• Essays for Class 9
• Very Short Questions with Solutions
• Short Questions with Solutions
• Long Questions with Solutions
• NCERT Solutions for English

Even after you've finished preparing for your English exam, it's important to keep practicing questions and revisiting prose and poems whenever you have doubts. This should be a continuous process that continues until the day of the English exam.
Congratulations on completing your comprehensive 30-day English preparation plan. By following this plan and utilizing EduRev resources, you'll be well-prepared for your Class 9 English exam.

English Class 9 Resources:

• Class 9 English Resources
• Class 9 Course

Textbooks and Solutions:

• NCERT Textbook & Solutions

Practice and Test Series:

• Class 9 English Worksheets
• Class 9 English Test Series

Specific Chapters and Topics:

• Beehive Prose - The Fun They Had
• Beehive Prose - The Sound of Music
• Beehive Prose - The Little Girl
• Beehive Prose - A Truly Beautiful Mind
• Beehive Prose - The Snake and the Mirror
• Beehive Prose - My Childhood
• Beehive Prose - Reach For The Top
• Beehive Prose - Kathmandu
• Beehive Prose - If I were You
• Poems - The Road Not Taken
• Poems - Wind
• Poems - Rain on The Roof
• Poems - The Lake Isle of Innisfree
• Poems - A Legend of The Northland
• Poems - No Men Are Foreign
• Poems - On Killing a Tree
• Poems - A Slumber Did My Spirit Seal
• Moments - The Lost Child
• Moments - The Adventures of Toto
• Moments - Iswaran the Storyteller
• Moments - In the Kingdom of Fools
• Moments - The Happy Prince
• Moments - The Last Leaf
• Moments - A House is not a Home
• Moments - The Beggar

Grammar Resources:

• English Basic Grammar
• English Advanced Grammar
• English Grammar (Communicative)
• English Grammar for Class 9

Practice Questions:

• Practice Tests for English Class 9
• Essays for Class 9
• Very Short Questions with Solutions
• Short Questions with Solutions
• Long Questions with Solutions
• NCERT Solutions for English

Feel free to click on these links to access the specific resources you need for your Class 9 English preparation. 

Good luck with your studies!