In 9th grade, English students typically study advanced concepts in reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Here are some common topics:

Reading:

1. Literary Analysis: Analyzing literary texts, including novels, poetry, and drama.
2. American Literature: Studying American literature, including works by authors like Edgar Allan Poe, Nathaniel Hawthorne, and Mark Twain.
3. World Literature: Exploring world literature, including works by authors like William Shakespeare, Jane Austen, and Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

Writing:

1. Argumentative Writing: Writing argumentative essays, including developing claims, using evidence, and addressing counterarguments.
2. Analytical Writing: Writing analytical essays, including analyzing literary texts and developing supporting evidence.
3. Creative Writing: Writing creative texts, including short stories, poetry, and personal narratives.

Speaking and Listening:

1. Public Speaking: Developing public speaking skills, including delivering presentations and participating in discussions.
2. Listening Comprehension: Improving listening comprehension skills, including listening to lectures, discussions, and audio texts.
3. Debating: Participating in debates, including developing arguments, using evidence, and addressing counterarguments.

Grammar and Mechanics:
 

1. Grammar Review: Reviewing grammar concepts, including verb tenses, subject-verb agreement, and sentence structure.
2. Mechanics Review: Reviewing mechanics concepts, including punctuation, capitalization, and spelling.
3. Style and Tone: Developing writing style and tone, including using rhetorical devices, figurative language, and sentence variation.

These topics help 9th-grade English students develop their reading, writing, speaking, and listening skills, and prepare them for more advanced studies in literature and composition.