Unit 9
Reprint 2025-26
In the play 'If I Were You', you have read how Gerrard outsmarts the intruder with his 'presence of mind'. The intruder wanted to steal Gerrard's identity.
In our day-to-day life we share personal information like telephone number, house address, mobile number, date of birth, e-mail address, etc., everyday with people whom we may not know very well.
Don't you think it is not safe to share information in today's digital age? Someone like the intruder in the play 'If I Were You' might misuse your unique and personal identity details. This is called identity theft.
The cases of online identity thefts are increasing day by day. In this lesson, we will explore the world of detectives, private investigators, and learn about protecting our digital identity.
Identity theft is a serious crime that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when someone uses another's unique personal details like their name, credit card numbers, without their permission, to commit fraud or other crimes.
In today's digital age, we need to be more careful about sharing personal information. Discuss with your classmates about the importance of protecting personal information online.
Think about the personal information you share online. What steps do you take to protect your digital identity? How can you be more careful about sharing information?
The following words and phrases occur in the passages. Try to guess the meanings. Match the words with their meanings:
Change affirmative sentences into negative sentences without changing the meaning:
1. All the members liked the programme.
2. Amritsar is colder than Delhi.
3. I am free to go places and do nothing.
4. The farmer was too weak to walk.
5. She is always on time.
6. The intruder was foolish to let Gerrard go.
Choose the words from the box and complete the sentences given below:
(a) Before we begin I would like you my place.
(b) I'll be glad you.
(c) You mean with me?
(d) But are you sure it's going you?
(e) Those are just the things I want .
(f) Be willing to make sacrifices in order out there.
(g) Anju asked Hemant Rs. 100 to avoid a scene.
(h) Well, tell him directly.
Some words are missing in the passage given below, indicated by '/'. Rewrite the passage by providing the missing words, and using appropriate punctuation marks:
Sherlock Holmes is/ fictional private detective, the first scientific detective, created/ British author Sir arthur conan doyle. He is a 'consulting detective' in the stories written by Sir Doyle. Holmes is known for his skills of observation, knowledge of forensic science, / logical reasoning. He employs all these while investigating cases for/ wide variety of clients. Sir Doyle's four novels and 56 short stories, excluding one, are set in the victorian or edwardian eras, between about 1880 and 1914 Most are narrated by Dr Watson, Holmes's friend. he is also his biographer/ usually accompanies Holmes during his investigations/ often shares quarters with him at the address of 221B Baker Street, london, where many of the stories begin.
Listen to the story of Shibi Rana and answer the questions that follow.
There are many stories in our mythology when gods have disguised themselves in the forms of human beings, birds, etc. This is done either to test the efficiency and ability of the kings or to see if people are happy and contented on earth. This is another aspect of changing the identity. Let us listen to story of King Shibi.
1. Why were the Gods in heaven afraid of King Shibi?
2. What made the eagle angry?
3. What did the eagle demand?
4. Was the eagle satisfied?
5. Who were in the disguise of the eagle and the dove?
6. King Shibi was blessed for his:
In a group of four, discuss and take down notes based on the discussion:
Sometimes we think about what we are like and how each of us is different. We all are interesting people with our physical differences and attitudes to life. Write in about 300 – 400 words what you are like, your identity and what you enjoy doing and how do you envision yourself in future.
Complete the following story. It has to be a scary story that terrifies people. Give a suitable title to your story.
Story Starter:
I stopped my scooter in front of an old and dilapidated building. A haggered, skinny old man with drooping shoulders came towards me. "Don't go in, Sir", he whispered. "It is dangerous..."
Fun Facts about Collective Nouns:
Commonly Misspelt Words: