Objective Total MCQs Quiz | Class 9

Understanding Part A: Gurung / Tamu (Class IX)

Part A of the Class IX Gurung / Tamu subject is designed to test your foundational skills in language comprehension, grammatical accuracy, and literary understanding. It carries a total of 40 marks and is divided into four key sections, each testing a different aspect of your knowledge.

1. Unseen Passage (Apathit Gadyansh) – 10 Marks

This section tests your ability to read and understand a passage you have not seen before. The goal is to assess your comprehension skills, vocabulary, and ability to extract information.

Key Strategies:

• Read the Passage First: Before looking at the questions, read the entire passage carefully to get the main idea or gist.
• Understand the Questions: Read each question thoroughly and identify what is being asked.
• Locate the Answers: Scan the passage again to find the specific sentences or phrases that answer each question.
• Answer in Your Own Words: While the answer is in the text, try to frame it in your own words to show true understanding.

2. Grammar (Byakaran) – 16 Marks

Grammar is the backbone of any language. This section covers the fundamental rules of Gurung (Tamu) grammar. A strong grasp of these concepts is crucial for constructing correct and meaningful sentences.

Important Grammar Topics:

• Sentence Structure: Gurung typically follows a Subject-Object-Verb (SOV) sentence structure. For example, “Ram apple eats” instead of the English “Ram eats apple”.
• Parts of Speech (Shabd Bhed):
  • Naam (Noun): Words for people, places, things (e.g., manchhe, himal, kitaab).
  • Sarvanam (Pronoun): Words used in place of nouns (e.g., ma, timi, waha – I, you, he/she).
  • Bisheshan (Adjective): Words that describe nouns (e.g., ramro, thulo – good, big).
  • Kriya (Verb): Action words (e.g., khanu, jaanu – to eat, to go).
• Tense (Kaal): Understanding past, present, and future tenses is essential for correct verb conjugation.
• Gender (Linga) and Number (Vachan): Knowing how nouns and verbs change based on gender and singular/plural forms.

3. Prose (Gadya) – 9 Marks & 4. Poetry (Padya) – 5 Marks

These sections are based on the prescribed textbook. They test your understanding of the stories, essays, and poems, including their themes, characters, and the author’s message.

Common Themes in Gurung Literature:

• Connection to Nature: Many stories and poems celebrate the beauty of the Himalayan landscape and the community’s relationship with it.
• Community and Culture: Emphasis on social harmony, traditions, festivals, and the importance of ancestry (kul).
• Folk Traditions: Gurung literature is rich with oral traditions, folk songs (lok geet), and folk tales that pass down wisdom and values.
• Simplicity and Resilience: Stories often depict the simple, hardworking life of the Gurung people and their ability to overcome challenges.

Quick Revision Table: Basic Pronouns

Practice Questions

1. What is the Gurung word for ‘village’?
2. Identify the verb in the sentence: “Mhi chyaa laam.” (He sees you).
3. What does the festival ‘Lhosar’ celebrate in the Gurung community?
4. Name one important element often described in Gurung folk songs.
5. Change the sentence to plural: “Nga kitaab padhchhu.” (I read a book).