ST. VINCENT’S HIGH AND TECHNICAL SCHOOL, ASANSOL

SYLLABUS – 2015 - 2016

CLASS –IX

ENGLISH LANGUAGE

Text Book: Pearl of English Language – Book 9

Publishers: Black Pearl India

Authors: Francis W Moore and Trevor Savaille

First Term

1. Composition – 350 to 400 words (25 Marks) (Choice: 1 to 5 topics including Picture

Composition)

2. Letter Writing (10 Marks) a. (Informal Writing)

b. (Formal)

3. Comprehension (25 Marks) Meanings, Questions & Answers,

Summary

4. Grammar – Prepositions, Articles, Infinite Verbs, Participles, Gerunds, Joining Sentences,

Adverbs, Adjectives, Voice, Direct and Indirect Speech, Words liable to be

confused, Tense, Conjunction.

Final Term

1. Composition – 250 to 300 words (25 Marks)

2. Letter Writing (10 Marks)

3. Comprehension (25 Marks)

4. Grammar Revision of 1st Term

Class 8 Grammar and entire syllabus of class 9 to be included in the final term.

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ENGLISH LITERATURE Text Books: 1. Merchant of Venice (OUP)

2. A Collection of Poems & Short Stories

FIRST TERM:

POETRY:

1. Inchcape Rock

2. Small Pain in my Chest

PROSE:

1. Journey by Night

2. Hunger

3. My Lost Dollar

DRAMA:

1. Merchant of Venice Act 1 to Act 2, Scene IV

FINAL TERM:

POETRY:

1. Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening

2. If Thou Must Love Me ……….. Sonnet XIV

PROSE:

1. God lives in the Panch

2. The Last Leaf

DRAMA:

1. Merchant of Venice Act 2, Scene V TO Act 3 (full)

Class 8 Prose and Poems to be included in the Half Yearly and Final Exams.

Class 9 (Entire 1st and 2nd term syllabus to be included in the Final Exams).

2nd LANGUAGE (HINDI) FIRST TERM:

SECTION – A (LANGUAGE) 40 Marks

1. Essay (250 Words) 15 Marks

2. Letter (Formal & Informal) (120 words) 7 Marks

3. Comprehension 10 Marks

4. Grammar (As per ICSE Syllabus)(Saras Hindi Vyakaran) 8 Marks

SECTION B: (LITERATURE) 40 Marks

SAHITYA SAGAR:

1. SHORT STORIES: Chapter 1 – Baat Athanni Ki

Chapter 2 – Kaki

Chapter 3 – Mahayagya Ka Purushkar

Chapter 4 – Netaje Ka chashma

2. POEMs: Chapter1 – Sakhi

Chapter 2 – Girdhar Ki Kundaliyan

Chapter 2 – Swarag Bana Sakte Hai

EKANKI SANCHAY: Chapter 1 - Sanskar Aur Bhavna

Chapter 2 – Bahu Ki Vida

FINAL TERM:

SECTION – A (LANGUAGE) 40 Marks

1. Essay (250 Words) 15 Marks

2. Letter (Formal & Informal) (120 words) 7 Marks

3. Comprehension 10 Marks

4. Grammar (As per ICSE Syllabus)(Saras Hindi Vyakaran) 8 Marks

SECTION B: (LITERATURE) 40 Marks

SAHITYA SAGAR:

1. SHORT STORIES: Chapter 5 – Apna Apna Bhagya

Chapter 6 – Bade Ghar Ki Beti

Chapter 7 – Sandesh

(Questions will come from Chapter 1 to 7)

2. POEMs: Chapter 4 – Wah Janmubhumi Meri

Chapter 5 – Megh Aaye

Chapter 6 – Sur Ke Pad

(Questions will come from chapter 1 to 6)

EKANKI SANCHAY: Chapter 3 - Matri Bhoomi Ka Maan

Chapter 4 – Sukhi Dali

(Questions will come from chaptet 1 to 4)

SYLLABUS FOR THE SESSION 2015 - 2016

MATHEMATICS: [Text Book: Understanding ICSE Mathematics (Class IX) –

By M.L. Agarwal (13th Edition)]

FIRST TERM: Chap 1. Rationalisation of denominator only

Chap 2. Profit, Loss and Discount

Chap 4. Expansion

Chap 5. Factorisation

Chap 7. Linear Equations

Chap 8. Simultaneous Equation (including graphical solution)

Chap 9. Problems on liner & simultaneous equations

Chap 10. Indices

Chap 12. Triangles- [Excluding Inequalities of triangles Ex 12.3]

Chap 13. Midpoint and Intercept Theorem

Chap 15. Pythagoras Theorem (Numerical Problems only)

Chap 18. Mensuration (Ex-18.1 Ex 18.2)

FINAL TERM: MATHEMATICS: (From class IX book)

Chap 11 - Logarithms.

Chap 12 - Triangles (excluding inequalities Ex -12.3)

Chap 16 - Rectilinear figures only (Ex-16.2)

Chap 19 - Trigonometrical Ratios

Chap 20 - Trigonometrical Ratios of standard angle

(From class X book) - [Text Book: Understanding ICSE Mathematics (Class X)

By M.L. Agarwal

Chapter 2 - Sales Tax and VAT

Chapter 5 - Linear Inequation,

Chapter 6 - Quadratic Equations

Chapter 7 - Factorization

Chapter 10 - Reflection,

Chapter 13 - Symmetry,

Chapter 14 – Similarity

Chapter 22 – Graphical representation

Chapter 23 – measures of central tendency

Chapter 24 - Probability.

Question Paper format for Class IX:

Sec A. 4 x 10 must follow [3+3+4]

Sec B. 4 out of 7 questions (x 10) must follow [3+3+4] and [5+5] /(4+6) one question.

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CLASS: 9 PHYSICS: [Book: Concise Physics (Part – I) 2013 Edition]

FIRST TERM: Ch. 4 – Motion in one dimension; Ch. 5 – Laws of Motion; Ch. 6 – Pressure in Fluids and Atmospheric Pressure; Ch. 7 – Up thrust in fluids and Archimedes’ Principle; Ch. 8 – Floatation and Relative Density; Ch. 14 – Propagation of Sound Waves.

FINAL TERM: [Book: Concise Physics Part II]:

Ch. 1 – Force; Ch. 4 – Refraction of Light at Plane Surfaces; Ch. 7 – Sound; Ch. 8 – Current Electricity;

[Book: Concise Physics Part I]:

Ch. 16 – Current Electricity; Ch. 4 – Motion in one dimension (Revision) Ch. 5 – Laws of Motion (Revision) FORMAT OF THE QUESTION PAPER: Section A: (40 Marks) – Compulsory 4 question each of 10 marks with five subjects each of 2 marks Section B: (40 Marks) – Attempt 4 questions out of 6 questions Each question of 10 marks with supports. ***********************************************************************

CHEMISTRY

TEXT BOOK: Concise Chemistry Part I – Selina Publishers

FIRST TERM;

6. Study of Gas Laws

7. Atomic Structure

8. Periodic Table (Class 9 Book) class 8 Portion (Revision)

9. Elements, Compounds & Mixtures

10. Language of Chemistry (including Partial Equation balancing method)

11. Physical & Chemical Changes (Including oxidation – reduction)

12. Water (Full)

13. Hydrogen

FINAL TERM:

9. Periodic Table (From Class 9 & 10 Book)

Periodic Properties & Variation in periodic properties

10. Chemical Bonding

11. Hydrogen Chloride

12. Analytical Chemistry

13. Ammonia

14. Nitric Acid (Chapter from Class 9 Book – Rivision)

15. Study of Gas Laws

16. Atomic Structure

17. Language of Chemistry

18. Hydrogen

19. Practical from Class 9 Book

NOTE: Practical as per ICSE Syllabus 2016

(Strictly follow the scope of syllabus 2016

QUESTIONS PAPER FORMAT

Section A – (40Marks0 (Compulsory)

Mainly objective questions of 1 mark

Section B – (40 Marks)

(Each Questions of 10 Marks)

To Answer FOUR questions out of SIX questions.

BIOLOGY

TEXTBOOK FOLLOWED: Concise Biology Part I – Selina Publishers

Concise Biology Part II – Selina Publishers (for Portions taken from class 10

syllabus)

FIRST TERM:

Chapter 1: Tissues (unit I. Basic Biology sub unit (II) Tissues)

Chapter 12: Economic Importance of Bacteria and Fungi (Unit 4. Diversity of living

organisms/Ecosystems sub units iii & iv)

Chapter 14: Digestive System (Unit 5. Human Anatomy and physiology (unit 5. Human

Anatomy and Physiology (b) Movement and Locomotion: sub units I, ii, & iii)

(details of lever mechanism to be excluded)

Chapter 16: Skin – “The Jack of All Trades” (Unit 5. Human Anatomy and Physiology

(c) Structure and functions of skin) (derivatives of skin to be excluded)

FINAL TERM:

Chapter 17: The Respiratory System (Unit 5. Human Anatomy and physiology (d) Respiratory

System)

Chapter 18: Diseases: Cause and Control (Unit 6. Health and Hygiene: sub units I, ii, iii & iv)

Chapter 19: Hygiene (A Key to Healthy Life) (Unit 6. Health and Hygiene: sub unit v)

FROM CLASS 10 SYLLABUS

Chapter 4: Absorption by Roots (Unit 2. Plant physiology (i) Absorption by roots)

Chapter 5: Transpiration (unit 2. Plant physiology (ii) The rise of water up to the xylem,

including Transpiration)

Chapter 7: The Circulatory System (unit 3. Human Anatomy and Physiology (i) Circulatory

System)

QUESTION PAPTER FORMAT

F.M = 80

Section A – F.M = 40 (5 questions, each carrying 8 marks)

Compulsory (Question of objective Type)

Section B – F.M = 40 (4 x 10) Optional (4 Questions out of 6 to be answered)

N.B. Scope of ICSE Syllabus to be strictly adhered to.

ECONOMICS: [Book: ICSE Economics for Class IX (Part I)

Edition: 2012 By: J. P. Goel; Goyal Brothers Prakashan] (2015 -2016)

MID TERM SYLLABUS CHAPTER 1: Meaning and Definition of Economics: (Strictly follow the scope of syllabus)

No features and criticisms CHAPTER 2: Basic Concepts of Economics

To Omit a) Characteristics of Utility/ Classifications b) Welfare – teach only the meaning.

CHAPTER 3: Basic Problems of an Economy: CHAPTER 4: Types of Economics:

To Omit:

a) Merits and Demerits of Capitalist and Socialist types of Economics.

b) Solutions to the basic Economic Problems.

CHAPTER 5: Characteristics of the Indian Economy

CHAPTER 6: Food Security To Omit:

a) Data- page 84 b) Flaws in the food security system.

To Include: New schemes for food security to be covered. CHAPTER 8: Poverty

To Include : a) Latest statistical data about the percentage of people living BPL. b) Poverty alleviation programs just the names and full forms after 2000 c) New measures / programs of govt. After 2000 to be included.

To omit :

a) For the removal of poverty. b) Suggestions Critical appraisal

FINAL TERM: CHAPTER 7 : Industry

To Include : Strictly follow the scope of syllabus for the ECOSYSTEM. To omit :

a. Features of present industrial structure. b. Causes of regional disparities of industries in India c. Development strategy since 1991 d. All datas to be excluded.

CHAPTER 9 : Problem of Unemployment in India To Include : New measures taken by govt. after 2000 to tackle unemployment To Omit : Extent of unemployment in India . CHAPTER 10 : Human Capital: Improvement in human capital –only full forms to be included. To Omit :

a. Page 147 including critical appraisal b. Birth control devices. c. Immunization schedule

CLASS X BOOK : 1ST CHAPTER (TO BE TAUGHT FOR FINAL TERM) PRODUCTIVE MECHANISM (ALL FACTORS OF PRODUCTION TO BE TAUGHT.)

1. Productive Mechanism 2. Land 3. Labour 4. Capital 5. Entrepreneur

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GEOGRAPHY

TEXT BOOK: Frank Modern Certificate Geography – Part I – Latest Edition for ICSE 2017 Batch

FIRST TERM:

UNIT 5: Atmosphere (all Chapter are in accordance with 2012 edition)

Chapter 13: The Atmosphere

Chapter 14: Insulation

Chapter 15: Pressure Belts and winds

Chapter 16: Precipitation

UNIT 6:

Chapter 17: Types of Pollution

Chapter 18: Sources of Pollution

Chapter 19: Effects of Pollution

Chapter 20: Abatement of Pollution

Map of India – (ICSE 2017 – Class X)

A question will be set on map pointing students will be asked to mark, shade, label and identify

features on the given outline map of India (Consult 2017 ICSE)

Mountains + Plateaus, Plains, Rivers; Water Bodies; Passes; Costs

Latitudes + Longitudes, Towns + Cities (New Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad,

Bangalore, Kochi, Srinagar, Vishakapatnam, Allahabad)

All relevant diagrams and figures to be done thoroughly.

FINAL TERM:

BOOK: Frank Modern Certificate Geography – Part II – all Chapters Mentioned here are with

reference to the latest edition.

Chapter 3: Location, Extent and Physical features of India

Chapter 4: Soils in India

Chapter 6: Natural Vegetation of India

Chapter 16: Waste Management I

Chapter 17: Waste Management II

All topics on Waste Generation and Management to be done thoroughly - i.e. sources, impact

need for Management Methods.

Relevant Map Work to be done in addition to the fist term syllabus with all the chapters here.

FORMAT OF THE QUESTION PAPER

First Term 2013 and Final Term 2014

There will be one Paper of 2 hours duration, carrying 80 Marks and 20 Marks Internal Assessment

Paper consists of 2 parts – Part I & Part II

Part I (30 Marks) Compulsory Section, includes Map work of 15 marks and rest of the 15 marks will

include short question from the entire syllabus of each term respectively.

Part II (50 Marks) consists of 5 questions out of 7 question carrying 10 marks each from the list of

variations.

Long Answers, Diagrams and Explanation, Bring out differences/ comparison, Give reasons, Solve

Problems sums.

The ICSE pattern for the breakup of marks in Part II i.e. for the 4 sub parts in each question will be

a (2+2+3+3).

COMMERCIAL APPLICATION

PRESCRIBED TEST: ICSE COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS PART I FOR CLASS IX By (C.B. Gupta) – Goyal

Brothers.

(In accordance with the ICSE Scope of Syllabus – 2017)

HALF YEARLY EXAMINATION – 2015

Chapter 1: Introduction to Commercial Organization

Chapter 2: Ownership Structures – Sole Proprietorship and Joint Hindu Family Business

Chapter 3: Ownership Structures – Partnership

Chapter 4: Owner ship Structures – Cooperative society

Chapter 5: Ownership structures – Cooperative Society

Chapter 6: Public Sector Enterprises

Chapter 13: Natural Resources

Chapter 14: Depletion of Resources

FINAL TERM EXAMINATIONS 2016

Chapter 7: Functions of a Commercial Organization

Chapter 8: Communication in a Commercial Organization

Chapter 9: Ways of Communication

Chapter 10: Tools of Communication

Chapter 11: Nature and Terminology of Accounting

Chapter 12: Accounting Records

Chapter 15: Practices for Conservation of Resources

Chapter 16: Industrial Pollution and Degradation of Environment

NOTE: (FINAL EXAM – 2016 will not include the Chapters of Half Yearly Exam – 2015

No Questions on Case Study in BOTH TERMS for Class 9.

CLASS – IX TEXT BOOK: COMPUTER APPLICATIONS – 9 4TH EDITION 2014 BY SUMITA ARORA, DHANPAT RAI & CO. (P) LTD., DELHI FIRST TERM: Chapter 1: Introduction to Operating System (Exclude 1.6 to 1.11) Chapter 2: Graphic User Interface Chapter 6: MS – Word I – Word Processing Basics Chapter 7: Ms – Word II – Formatting, Printing & Getting Help Chapter 12: MS – Access I JAVA Chapters 14: Understanding Objects and Classes Chapter 15 : Introducing Java on Blue J Environment (Excluding 15.4 to 15.7) Chapter 16 : Values and Types in Java Chapter 17 : Operators and Expressions in Java Chapter 19 : Java Selection Statements Chapter 20 : Java Iteration (Looping) Statements Including nested if and nested loops FINAL TERM Chapter 3: The Internet Chapter 5: Computing and Ethics Chapter 9: Ms Excel I Chapter 11: Ms Power Point JAVA Chapters 18: Methods/Functions Including Function Overloading 1st Term JAVA syllabus to be included

HISTORY SYLLABUS 2015-2016 CLASS 9

SUBJECT : HISTORY & CIVICS

[Text Book: Total History & Civics 9 (Revised Edition 2014) – Morning Star Publication) FIRST TERM HISTORY

5. Chapter 1 Harappan Civilization

The meaning of the term civilization, origin, extent, Urban Planning trade, art & craft, religion, Decline Sources: Great Bath, Citadel, Seals, bearded man,

Dancing girl, cemeteries, dockyard, script. 6. Chapter 2 The Vedic Period Source: Literary – Vedas and Epics (brief mention)

Archaeological – iron & pottery. A brief comparative study of Early & later Vedic Society & economy .

7. Chapter 3 India in the 6th Century B.C Causes for the rise of Jainism & Buddhism in the 6th Century B.C. Doctrine & impact of Jainism &

Buddhism.

CIVICS 4. Chapter 7 Local Self Government – Rural [Three tier system of

Panchayati Raj- Village Panchayat, Panchayat Samiti, Zila Panshad – Composition & functions] 5. Chapter 8 Local Self Government- Urban [Municipal

Committees & Corporation – Composition & functions]

6. Chapter 8 [Cooperation & Coordination between Local Self Government and Local Government. Suggested to be introduced.

Reason: 1. Complete knowledge of Local Self Government should be provided 2. A link can be made with the previous topics i.e. Municipal Corporation

and Village Panchayat. 3. Syllabus is too little and there is enough time before we start with the

Final Term Syllabus.

FINAL TERM

HISTORY

4. Chapter 1 The First War of Independence [Only causes & consequences] 5. Chapter 2 Growth of Nationalism [Factors promoting growth of

Nationalism Foundation of Indian National Congress- immediate objectives] 6. Chapter 3 Programmes and Achievements of the Early Nationalists

[The basic belief objectives, programmes, method of struggle & achievement of the EarlyNationalists]

7. Chapter 4 The Rise of Assertive Nattionalism [Causes, basic beliefs, objectives, programme, method of struggle, achievement, two contribution of Bal Gangadhar Tilak, Bipin Chandra

Paul, Lala Lajpat Rai] 8. Chapter 5 Partition of Bengal [Reasons behind the Partition of Bengal,

Swadeshi & Boycott movements & their impact, Surat Split of 1907] 9. Chapter 6 The Muslim League [Factors leading to the formation of the

Muslim League & objectives] CIVICS

Chapter 1 The Union Legislature

Full Marks 80 Part I Attempt all questions Civics- 1 x 10 = 10

History – 2x10= 20 Part II [50 Marks] Section – A [20 Marks]

Attempt any 2 complete questions [2x10=20] Section B [30 Marks]

Attempt any three complete questions (3x10=30)