6 Unit - CBSE Grade-9 English - Words and Expressions
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The chapter focuses on the formative experiences of significant personalities, notably Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and Indra Nooyi, reflecting on their childhood, education, and the values that shaped their lives. Key themes include the importance of lifelong learning, the influence of upbringing, and the responsibilities that come with positions of power. Through various readings and exercises, students explore key values such as honesty, compassion, and the drive to uplift others.

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  1. 6
    Unit L ' Et S Begin

    The section explores the chronological significance of the Presidents of...

  2. 6.1
    Discuss In Pairs And Write Down Their Names
  3. 6.2
    Why Is The President Of India Known As The First Citizen Of The Country?
  4. P I
    Presidents Of India

    This section covers the Presidents of India, their chronological order, and...

  5. 1
    Reading Comprehension Notes

    The section covers reading comprehension through passages about prominent...

  6. 1.2
    Choose The Correct Option From The Bracket And Fill In The Blanks
  7. 1.3
    Answer The Following Questions In Brief

    This section encourages students to engage with historical figures, explore...

  8. 1.4
    Locate Words From The Passage With Similar Meaning

    This section focuses on locating words within the provided passages that...

  9. 2.1
    Read The Speech Delivered By Indra Nooyi And Answer The Questions That Follow

    Indra Nooyi discusses her experiences and lessons learned from her journey,...

  10. 2.2
    Make Noun Forms Of The Given Words

    This section focuses on converting verbs and adjectives into their...

  11. 2.3
    Take Words From The Box Given Below And Match The Words That Go Along With Them
  12. 2.4
    You Would Have Come Across Some Words From Indian Languages Used In The Chapter ‘my Childhood’ In Your Textbook, Beehive.

    This section highlights significant words derived from Indian languages...

What we have learnt

  • Mohandas Gandhi's early education was marked by a sense of honesty and a strong sense of moral values.
  • Indra Nooyi emphasizes the need for lifelong learning and the importance of helping others rise.
  • The chapter highlights the role of influential figures in shaping society and the need for compassion and responsibility.

Key Concepts

-- Lifelong Learning
The continuous, self-motivated pursuit of knowledge for personal or professional development.
-- Compassion
A deep awareness of the suffering of another coupled with the wish to relieve it.
-- Honesty
The quality of being truthful and transparent in one's actions and words.

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