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 Contents
l Know your CUET(UG) Exam 6 - 6
l Latest CUET (UG) Syllabus 7 - 7
l Examination Paper CUET 2023 10 - 15

Chapter-1 – Reading Comprehension 1 - 13

Chapter-2 – Verbal Ability 14 - 41

Chapter-3 – Sentence Rearrangement 42 - 52

Chapter-4 – Choose the Correct Word 53 - 58

Chapter-5 – Synonyms and Antonyms 59 - 79

Chapter-6 – Vocabulary 80 - 107

l Practice Paper-1 (Solved) 108 - 113

l Practice Paper-2 (Solved) 114 - 120

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 2 Languages + 6 Domain Specific 3 Languages + 5 Domain Specific
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CUET (UG) Exam
SECTIONS

SECTION III
SECTION I (A)
SECTION I (B) SECTION II General Test
13 Languages (Compulsory)
20 Languages Domain Specific
Subjects ( 27 Subjects)

Tested through reading INCLUDES :

Comprehension • General Knowledge
NCERT Model
• Current Affairs
(i) Factual syllabus (only of 12th
Standard) is available • General Mental Ability
(ii) Literary
on all the Subjects • Numerical Ability
(iii) Narrative
• Quantitative Reasoning
• Logical & Analytical Reasoning

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 Latest CUET (UG) Syllabus
SYLLABUS FOR LANGUAGES (IA AND IB)
Note:
There will be one Question Paper which will have 50 questions out of which 40 questions need to be
attempted.
SECTION Code Name
Section IA Languages 101 English Questions from the Language Section will be
(13 Languages) 102 Hindi from the following topics but are not limited to:
103 Assamese 1. Reading Comprehension:
104 Bengali There will be three types of passages
105 Gujarati (maximum 300-350 words):
106 Kannada
i. Factual
107 Malayalam
ii. Narrative
108 Marathi
109 Odia iii. Literary
110 Punjabi 2. Verbal Ability
111 Tamil 3. Rearranging the parts
112 Telugu
4. Choosing the correct word
113 Urdu
5. Synonyms and Antonyms
Section IB Languages 201 Arabic
(20 Languages) 202 Bodo 6. Vocabulary
203 Chinese
204 Dogri
205 French
206 German
207 Italian
208 Japanese
209 Kashmiri
210 Konkani
211 Maithili
212 Manipuri
213 Nepali
214 Persian
215 Russian
216 Santhali
217 Sindhi
218 Spanish
219 Tibetan
220 Sanskrit

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 CUET Question Paper - 2023
NATIONAL TESTING AGENCY
Held on 24th May, 2023
English
Time Allowed : 45 Mins.  Maximum Marks : 200

General Instructions:
1. The test is of 45 Minutes duration.
2. The test contains 50 questions out of which 40 question needs to be attempted.
3. Marking Scheme of the test:
a. Correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5).
b. Any incorrect option marked will be given minus one mark (-1).
c. Unanswered/Marked for Review will be given 100 marks (0).

1. Read the passage and answer the question that 2. Choose the option that is the Antonym of the word
follows: ‘Descendent’:

The phrase “team building exercises” may be new (1) grandchildren (2) heir
but the reality is not. Its origin goes back at least as (3) ancestor (4) children
far as the medieval tournaments. These provided 3. Match the task given in List - I with the appropriate
knights with military training and the opportunity example given in List - II
to make reputations. Individual jousting and
List - I List - II
hand-to hand combat came first. Then there were
team events. In these, a group of knights fought (A) substitute team task (I) eg. a few days of
outdoor activities
against another group. These teams often stayed
together and fought side-by-side in real battle. (B) knights did military (II) eg. plan company
trainings strategy
Team games today, such as football, baseball,
cricket and hockey, are the distant descendants of (C) team events of (III) eg. individual
group of knights Jousting
such medieval tournaments.
(D) real task (IV) eg. real battle

A crucial event in the movement from being
a group to becoming a team can be the team
Choose the correct answer from the options given
building exercise. This can be based upon either (1) below :
a substitute team task (for example, a business case (1) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
study or a few days of outdoor activities) or (2) a (2) (A)-(I), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(II)
real task (for example, going away for a weekend (3) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
to plan company strategy). (4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)

There are pros and cons to both approaches. The 4. According to the passage, the reality of ‘team-
advantage of a substitute task type of event is that building exercise’ is that, it is:
success or failure is not of paramount importance. (1) advanced (2) new
Nor are there any technological or professional (3) ancient (4) modern
challenges to meet, so that people can concentrate
on the essential issue of learning as to how to work 5. According to the passage, a group of knights
more effectively together as a team. fought against another group in:
(A) cricket

Choose the correct meaning of the word ‘Crucial’
(B) hockey
from the options given :
(C) baseball
(1) decisive (2) essential
(D) real battle
(3) insignificant (4) immature
CUET (UG) Exam Paper 2023 11

Choose the correct answer from the options given (3) (C) and (D) only
below : (4) (D) and (E) only
(1) (C) Only (2) (D) Only 9. What can be the appropriate title for the passage?
(3) (A) Only (4) (B) Only (1) Detachment - A key to simple living
6. Read the passage and answer the question that (2) Enlightenment
follows: (3) Burdens are a part of life
(4) Japanese way to improve

When things aren't going well, we tend to think we
are lacking in something. But if we want to change 10. According to the passage, what are the qualities of
our current situation, we should first part with ‘a good cry’?
something, before we look to acquire something (A) A good cry makes you feel light and energized.
else. This is a fundamental tenet of simple living. (B) A good cry is a way of detaching and discarding

Discard your attachments. Let go of your the unpleasant.
assumptions. Reduce your possessions. Living (C) A good cry is a sign of weakness.
simply is also about discarding your physical and (D) A good cry makes you realise that crying is a
mental burdens. waste of time.
(E) A good cry is an illusion in the path of attaining

It's amazing how refreshed we can feel after a good
enlightenment.
cry. Crying clears out whatever weight you were
carrying in your heart. You feel energized to try
Choose the correct answer from the options given
again. I have always felt that the Buddhist concept below :
of the ‘enlightened mind’ - the Japanese characters (1) (A) and (B) Only
for which depict a “clean mind” - refers to this (2) (B) and (C) Only
‘refreshment’ of the spirit. (3) (C) and (D) Only

The act of discarding, of detaching from mental (4) (A) and (E) Only
and physical burdens, from the baggage that
11. The Autobiography of a Horse.
weighs us down, is extremely difficult. Sometimes
it can be accompanied by real pain, as when we Now that I am getting old and stiff in the joints, I
part with someone who is dear to us. like to meditate, while grazing in the pasture, on
my foal days. I think that was the happiest part of

But if you want to improve the way things are, if
my life. I had no work to do, and could run about
you want to live with a light heart, you must start
after my mother, who was a fine white Arab mare,
by discarding. The moment you detach, a new
without any restraint. Most of my time was spent
abundance will flow into your life.
in the fields, where I nibbled the tender grass and

What is the fundamental tenet of ‘simple living ?’ capered about, while my mother was steadily
(1) Realising that we are lacking in something. grazing.
(2) Feeling energised everyday.
But that could not last for ever. When I was
(3) The act of letting go. old enough, the trainer came and, to my great
(4) The act of attaining enlightenment. indignation, fastened a long rope to my head, and
then began driving me round and round in circles
7. Which among the following give a similar context
with his long whip. I was frightened and angry, but
to the word “part” as used in the fourth paragraph
he went on till I was so tired that I could scarcely
of the passage?
stand. However, my mother told me that it was no
(1) She is an essential part of the school. use of my resisting, and to make a long story short,
(2) Difficulties are part and parcel of life. I was at last thoroughly trained as a riding-horse.
(3) I am going to take part in the competition.
(4) We must part our ways from the evil.

I was bought by a young officer as a polo pony,
and I soon got to love the game. He was a kind
8. Which among the following provide similar master, and a good rider; and in the end I would
meaning to the word “discard” as used in do anything for him, and was quite proud when
paragraph 5 of the passage? his side won the game. But he got into debt, and
(A) Detach had to sell me; and I was bought by a gentleman
(B) Let go and a lady who kept a buggy, and was trained to
(C) Derived run in shafts. I hated this work; and I am afraid I
(D) Disadvantage gave a lot of trouble, by going as slowly as I could.
When my driver gave me the whip, I started
(E) Disadvantage
shying at any object on the road. And then I found

Choose the correct answer from the options given that jibbing was a very good trick, and whenever
below : I was whipped, I simply backed. My owner got
(1) (A) and (B) only disgusted at last, and sold me to a gentleman who
(2) (A) and (C) only was fond of hunting.
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I was delighted to get back to saddle-work; and 16. Choose the correct word/ expression from the
thoroughly enjoyed my gallops with the hounds options given, which means ‘from the very
after the jackal in open country. But an accident beginning’
put a stop to that jolly life; for one day my master (1) ad infinitum (2) ab initio
pressed me to a big jump which I knew I could not (3) a prior (4) ad hoc
do. I did my best but fell short, and fell. My master
was thrown away and he broke his arm, and I 17. Choose the correct option to change the following
badly sprained one of my legs. sentence into Direct Speech.

I was in a hospital for weeks, and then was sold to
The supervisor confirmed that the office memo
a gentleman who wanted a quiet riding- horse. He was an original one.
was a kind master, and used me well; and I was (1) The supervisor said, “the office memo is an
in his service for a good number of years. Now original one.”
that I am old, he gives me very little work, and I (2) The supervisor said, “the office order was an
spend most of my time grazing in the pasture, and original one.”
leading a quiet, contented life. (3) The supervisor said, “the office order has been
an original one.”

The word “nibbled” as used in the passage means
to ________ . (4) The supervisor said, “the office order is an
original one.”
(1) take huge bites of food
(2) take small bites of food 18. Choose the correct Exclamatory form of the
(3) gulp away quickly following Assertive sentence from the options
(4) keep eating for a long duration of time given :

12. Arrange the steps taken by the trainer in the correct

It is a lovely weather.
order : (1) What a lovely weather it is !
(A) Made him move in circles. (2) Weather seems to be lovely !
(B) Fastened him with a long rope. (3) How weather is lovely !
(C) Got him tired to an extent that he couldn't (4) Good weather is lovely !
stand. 19. Complete the sentence with the most suitable
(D) Made him angry and frightened. Phrasal Verb:
(E) Made him take his mother’s advice and not
resist.
“The management decided to _____ all upcoming
meetings in the welfare of the employees.”

Choose the correct answer from the options given (1) Call up (2) Call on
below : (3) Call off (4) Call in
(1) (A), (B), (C), (D), (E)
(2) (D), (B), (A), (E), (C) 20. Choose the correct determiner to fill in the blank of
the following sentence :
(3) (B), (C), (D), (A), (E)
(4) (B), (A), (D), (C), (E)
I have _________ trust worthy friends.
13. Find out a word from the passage which means (1) each (2) every
“very happy’: (3) any (4) many
(1) steadily (2) tired 21. Choose the most suitable question tag for the
(3) disgusted (4) delighted following phrase.
14. Being old, the horse -
“They will solve it’.
A. likes to meditate (1) can't they ?
B. enjoys being the polo horse (2) will they ?
C. hunts with the hounds (3) can they ?
D. is unsatisfied with his life (4) won't they ?
E. grazes in the pastures 22. Choose the correct pair of homonym to complete

Choose the correct answer from the options given the following sentences :
below :
Mosquitoes are the _______ of malaria.
(1) (B) and (C) Only (2) (D) and (E) Only
(3) (A) and (E) Only (4) (A) and (D) Only
Choose a _________ according to your qualification.
(1) career, carier
15. Which trick, out of the options given below, was
(2) cereer, career
NOT a part of the horse's coping mechanism when
(3) carriers, career
he was whipped?
(4) cerrier, ceerier
(1) Jibbing (2) Galloping
(3) Shying (4) Backing up 23. Choose the correct ANTONYM of the word
‘Dwindle” from the options given :
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(1) Diminish (2) Shrink A. who would have thought

(3) Decrease (4) Increase B. the Human Genome Project would complete
its mapping of 99% of the human genome.
24. Choose the sentence in which the Adverb has been
incorrectly used : C. discovered the double helix structure of DNA
in 1953
(1) He usually visits his parents on Fridays.
D. when James Watson and Francis Grick
(2) Never I'll see her again.
E. that 50 years later
(3) Neither of us is going for the marriage.
(4) The child cried loudly.
Choose the correct answer from the options given
below:
25. Choose the options that contain the correct
(1) (A), (C), (B), (D), (E)
Synonym of the word “Utility”
(2) (D) (C) (A) (E), (B)
A. utility, usefulness
(3) (A), (B), (C), (D), (E)
B. efficacy, benefit
(4) (D), (C), (A), (B), (E)
C. utility, uselessness
D. uselessness, efficacy 30. Choose the sentence that is in “Active construction”:
E. of use, worth (1) Why did Sheela jump over the wall ?
(2) The mouse was first seen by Kaustav.

Choose the correct answer from the options given
below : (3) A new shopping complex was built.
(4) Look! the page was torn by Sudip.
(1) (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E)
(2) (A), and (C) Only 31. Fill in the blanks given in List - I with an appropriate
(3) (A), (B) and (E) Only article from List - II.
(4) (B), (C) and (D) Only List - I List - II
26. Complete the sentence with the most suitable (A) What is _______ issue (I) a
option : that you are facing with

She will choose nothing else for breakfast ________. your neighbour ?
(1) except fruit salad (B) What ______ brilliant (II) an
(2) only fruit salad plan!
(3) than fruit salad (C) When do your prefer (II) the
(4) or fruit salad having _____ breakfast?
27. Choose the correct Exclamatory form of the (D) Where can one find such (IV) zero article (no
following Assertive sentence from the options ________ innovative article)
given below : item ?

Radhika is a very fine dancer.
Choose the correct answer from the options given
(1) How fine Radhika is a dancer ! below :
(2) What Radhika is a dancer ! (1) (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
(3) What a fine dancer Radhika is ! (2) (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
(4) Good Radhika is a dancer ! (3) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
(4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
28. Match the words in List - I with the ANTONYMS
given in List - II 32. Change the underlined part of the ‘-ing clause’
with ‘adjective + to infinitive.’
List - I List - II
Word Antonym
Namita wasn’t ashamed of committing the mistake.
(A) evident (I) alien (1) Namita was not ashamed to make the mistake.
(2) Namita had no shame to commit the mistake.
(B) compassion (II) obscure
(3) Namita wasn’t ashamed to commit the mistake.
(C) lure (III) cruelty (4) Namita wasn’t ashamed that she had to
(D) native (IV) repel commit the mistake.

Choose the correct answer from the options given 33. Fill in the blanks given in List - I with an appropriate
below : Modal given in List - II.
(1) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II) List - I List - II
(2) (A)-(I)(B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)
(A) ______ you close the window (I) ought
(3) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I) please ?
(4) (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)
(B) I ______ to return home by now. (II) will
29. Arrange the following parts of a sentence into a
meaningful sentence.
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(C) The news anchor has confirmed must 39. Rearrange the following parts of a sentence
that today ________be the coldest (III) labelled as PQRS to make a meaningful sentence.
day in Delhi. P - proud of my new
(D) One _____ follow the law of the (IV) could Q - after them very well
land. R - family and looked
S - I'was very

Choose the correct answer from the options given (1) PRSQ (2) PQRS
below : (3) SPRQ (4) SRQP
(1) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-IV)
(2) (A)-(IV), (B)-(I), (C)-(II), (D)-(III)
40. Choose the correct Indirect form of the following
sentence from the given options :
(3) (A)-(I), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV)
(4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
She said, “How can I do such a work !”
(1) She asked that how she can do such a work.
34. Choose the appropriate word to replace the
underlined word for formal correspondence in the (2) She said that she can do such a work.
given sentence : (3) She wondered how she could do such a work.
(4) She wondered if how she could do such a

Kindly forward the emails quickly. work.
A. Promptly
B. Superfast
41. Choose the correct option that best expresses the
meaning of the Latin phrase, “ALTER EGO".
C. Request
(1) Egoistic person (2) Altering ego
D. Elapsed
(3) Other self (4) Selfis

Choose the correct answer from the options given
below : 42. Identify the part of the sentence which has an
error:
(1) (A) only (2) (D) only
(A) Shy people find it
(3) (C) only (4) (B) only
(B) Difficult to begin a conversation
35. Choose the correct Idiom from the options given to (C) With complete strangers.
complete the sentence :

Choose the correct answer from the options given

The boy _______ to the pleadings of his well below :
wishers. (1) (A) (2) (B)
(1) turned a new leaf (3) (C) (4) No error
(2) cut loose
(3) became black and blue
43. Which of the following ‘Cs” are characteristics of a
formal letter.
(4) tuned a deaf ear
(A) Courteous
36. Identify the part of the sentence which has an (B) Complaining
error. (C) Concise
(A) It is always (D) Confidential
(B) a good idea (E) Cognizant
(C) to open the light
(D) after sunset

Choose the correct answer from the options given
below :
(E) No error
(1) (A), (B), (C), (D) and (E)

Choose the correct answer from the options given (2) (B) and (C) Only
below : (3) (A) and (C) Only
(1) (A) Only (2) (B) Only (4) (B) and (D) Only
(3) (C) Only (4) (E) Only
44. Choose the option that has a grammatically
37. Complete the sentence with the most suitable incorrect part of the sentence. If there is no error
Phrasal Verb given : then choose the option ‘No error’.

My father had _______ a new hardware factory for (A) I cannot have
my brother. (B) this soup
(1) set off (2) set in (C) as there is
(3) set up (4) set out (D) too many salt
(E) No error
38. Choose the correct preposition from the options
given to complete the following sentence.
Choose the correct answer from the options given
below :

My niece is doing a Master's degree ______Mumbai.
(1) (E) Only (2) (D) Only
(1) around (2) at
(3) (A) Only (4) (C) Only
(3) on (4) in
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45. Match the Idioms given in List - I with the correct 47. Choose the correct passive form of the following
meanings given in List - IL sentence from the given options.
List - I List - II Please come soon.
(1) You are to come soon.
(A) Blood, sweat and tears (I) In simple terms (2) Come soon, please.
(3) You are requested to come soon.
(B) To bell the cat (II) To undertake
(4) You request me to come.
difficult mission at
great personal risk 48. Match the words in List - I with the Synonyms
given in List - II.
(C) Below the belt (III) Gruelling hard work List - I List - II
(A) authentic (I) adjoining
(D) In black and white (IV) Unfairly
(B) contrary (II) genuine

Choose the correct answer from the options given (C) adjacent (III) fragile
below : (D) brittle (IV) dissimilar
(1) (A)-(III), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(I)
Choose the correct answer from the options given
(2) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV) below :
(3) (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(III) (1) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV)
(4) (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(I) (2) (A)-(II), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(III)
46. Rearrange the following phrases to get a (3) (A)-(III), (B)-(IV), (C)-(I), (D)-(II)
meaningful sentence : (4) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(IV)

of most / now a days / the attitude / parents is / 49. Choose the suitable Modal to complete the
different following sentence :
(1) Now a day parents is different the attitude of
most
_______________ I eat some chocolates ?
(2) Now a days the attitude of most parents is (1) Ought to (2) Can
different? (3) Might (4) Would
(3) The attitude is different of most parents now a
The Rajdhani Express is due to arrive __________
days platform No. 3.
(4) The most parents the attitude is different now
(1) in (2) on
a days
(3) into (4) at
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But why is it so important?
Tools for the hands are tools for the brain writes Hetty Roessingh.
Handwritten notes are a powerful tool for encrypting embodied cognition and in turn supporting the
brain’s capacity for recuperation of information. If that sounds so scientific then in simple words:
Writing notes by hand help you in:
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READING
COMPREHENSION
 Revision Notes
 What is Reading Comprehension? Reading comprehension is the ability to understand and extract meaning from written
text. It involves various cognitive processes, such as decoding words, recognizing vocabulary, grasping the main ideas, and
inferring information not explicitly stated. Effective reading comprehension also includes critical thinking skills to evaluate,
analyze, and synthesize the content. It is essential for academic success, as it allows individuals to engage with and interpret a
wide range of written materials, from textbooks to literature, to gather information, make informed decisions, and communicate
effectively.
(i) FACTUAL Scan to know
A factual passage is a written or spoken text that presents information in an objective and straightforward more about
manner. It is characterized by the presentation of facts, data, and evidence, without the inclusion of personal this topic
opinions, emotions, or subjective interpretations. Factual passages are often used in various forms of non-fiction
writing, such as news articles, research papers, textbooks, and informational documents, to convey accurate and
verifiable information to the reader or audience. These passages are typically focused on providing an objective
account of events, concepts, or topics, relying on evidence and logical reasoning to support their claims. Factual Passage
EXAMPLE:
I. Read the passages carefully and attempt the following questions.
The Great Barrier Reef, located off the coast of Queensland, Australia, is the world’s largest coral reef system. It stretches
over 2,300 kilometers (1,430 miles) and covers an area of approximately 344,400 square kilometers (133,000 square miles).
The reef is a natural wonder, renowned for its stunning biodiversity and vibrant coral formations.
Composed of nearly 3,000 individual reefs and 900 islands, the Great Barrier Reef is home to a vast array of marine life. It
supports over 1,500 species of fish, 400 species of coral, and various species of sharks, rays, and marine mammals. It also
provides critical breeding grounds for sea turtles and is a habitat for countless bird species.
The reef’s incredible biodiversity and unique ecosystems have earned it a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is
not only a site of ecological significance but also plays a crucial role in scientific research and environmental conservation
efforts.
However, the Great Barrier Reef faces numerous threats, including climate change, coral bleaching, pollution, overfishing,
and coastal development. Rising sea temperatures have led to widespread coral bleaching events, which weaken the corals
and disrupt the delicate balance of the ecosystem.
Efforts to protect and preserve the reef have been ongoing, with initiatives focused on reducing carbon emissions, improving
water quality, and implementing sustainable fishing practices. Conservationists and researchers are working tirelessly to
understand the reef’s complex ecosystems and develop strategies to mitigate the impacts of climate change.
Tourism also plays a significant role in the region’s economy, as millions of visitors come to explore the reef each year.
Sustainable tourism practices are being promoted to minimize the environmental footprints of these activities.
In summary, the Great Barrier Reef is a remarkable natural wonder of the world, known for its stunning biodiversity
and ecological importance. However, it faces significant challenges due to climate change and human activities, making
conservation efforts crucial to its survival.
1. The passage is about:
(1) The world’s largest coral reef system. (2) The history of Australian marine conservation.
(3) The economic impact of tourism in Queensland. (4) Climate changes effects on global ecosystems.
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
2. Match the terms in List I with their descriptions in List II.
LIST I LIST II
A Coral bleaching I A major challenge facing the reef, leading to coral bleaching and other
issues, discussed as a threat.
B UNESCO World Heritage List II Efforts to minimize environmental impact and maintain the reef’s
attractiveness to tourists, highlighted as important.
C Sustainable tourism III Recognition and protection for the reef’s ecological significance,
mentioned in relation to its inclusion on this list.
D Climate change IV A phenomenon that weakens corals due to rising sea temperatures,
discussed as a threat to the reef.
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Establish connection with the series Try to imagine the story/information Read the passage and try to find the
of information given in the passage. given in the passage. main idea of the passage.

Connect the Dots Visual Imagination Ponder the Theme

Reading Comprehension

Think out Loud Keywords The Storyline

It is also helpful to read silently but connect Keywords are the context clues Every passage has a storyline
with little sounds (Not exactly loud). and play an important role in which follows the same pattern.
It helps in logical imagination. choosing the correct options.

Plot (Design of passage)

Location (Where the information/event lies or takes place)
Problem (Basis of the questions asked in the passage)
Trace the Mind Map  The final fix (Where the passage ends with same points)
First Level Second Level Third Level
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Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

(1) A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I (2) A-III, B-II, C-IV, D-I
(3) A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV (4) A-IV, B-I, C-III, D-II
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
3. Is the following statement true or false according to the passage?
Statement: The Great Barrier Reef is not included in the UNESCO World Heritage List.
(1) True (2) False
(3) Can’t say (4) None of the above
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. What is one of the primary threats mentioned in the passage to the Great Barrier Reef’s health?
(1) Overfishing (2) Sustainable tourism
(3) Rising sea temperatures causing coral bleaching (4) Recognition as a UNESCO World Heritage site
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
5. Why is the Great Barrier Reef considered significant and renowned, according to the passage?
(1) Because it is the world’s largest desert. (2) Because it is home to only a few species of marine life.
(3) Because it is a critical breeding ground for sea turtles. (4) Because it is primarily a site for scientific research.
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
II. Donated Organs and Their Transportation
(1) Once an organ donor’s family gives its consent and the organs are matched to a recipient, medical professionals are faced
with the onerous challenge of transporting organs while ensuring that the harvested organ reaches its destination in the
shortest possible time. This is done in order to preserve the harvested organs which involves the police, especially, the traffic
police department.
(2) The traditional method of transporting organs by road is referred to as a “green corridor”. The first green corridor in India
was created by Chennai Traffic Police in September 2008 when they accomplished their task of enabling an ambulance to
reach its destination within 11 minutes during peak hour traffic. That organ saved a nine-year old girl whose life depended
on the transplant. Similarly, such green corridors have been created by traffic police of various cities such as Pune, Mumbai,
Delhi NCR, etc.
(3) Experts point out the lack of a robust system to transport organs to super-specialty hospitals in least possible time. National
Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (NOTTO), the country’s apex organ donation agency, is now framing a proposal
to airlift cadaver organs and will send a report to the Union Health Ministry. “Cadaver organs have a short life and so
transplant should be done within a few golden hours.” Director (NOTTO) expressed “Therefore, we are preparing a proposal
for airlifting organs at any given moment.”
(4) Most states do not have enough well-trained experts to retrieve or perform transplant procedures. Also, there is an acute
shortage of advanced healthcare facilities to carry out a transplant. So, organs are referred to other big centres in metropolitan
cities. Organs retrieved from Aurangabad, Indore, Surat and Pune are sent to Mumbai as these cities do not have super-
speciality healthcare centres, informed officials.
(5) “In India, about fifty thousand to one lakh patients are suffering from acute heart failure and need heart transplant at any
point of time. In a private set-up, a heart transplant costs ` 15–20 lakhs, which is followed up by postoperative medication
of about ` 30,000 per month lifelong.” Moreover, the risk factor is a great hindrance.
1. The first green corridor in India was created in:
(1) New Delhi (2) Chennai
(3) Mumbai (4) Pune
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
2. Most states refer organ transplant cases to big hospitals because:
(1) they don’t have well trained experts (2) the patients don’t trust local doctors
(3) the state hospitals are very crowded (4) they don’t have a pool of harvested organs
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
3. Pick out the word/phrase from the passage which is similar in meaning to ‘save’ (Para 1)
(1) onerous (2) preserve
(3) harvest (4) retrieve
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. What does the author mean by ‘a few golden hours?
(1) Time between patient’s admission in a hospital and surgery
(2) The crucial time available for transplant of the organ after harvesting it
(3) The time of 24 hours post operation
(4) The time of two days before admission in a hospital
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
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5. What is meant by the word ‘retrieve’ (Para 4)

(1) get back (2) recover
(3) set right (4) regain
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
(ii) NARRATIVE
A narrative passage is a section of written or spoken text that conveys a story or a sequence of events. It Scan to know
more about
is a form of written or verbal expression used to describe, recount, or depict events, characters, settings, this topic
and actions in a coherent and chronological manner. Narrative passages are commonly found in literature,
storytelling, journalism, and various forms of communication where the primary purpose is to engage the
audience’s imagination, emotions, and understanding by presenting a narrative or a story. Such passages
often include elements like plot, characters, dialogue, setting, and may serve to entertain, inform, persuade, Narrative
or inspire the reader or listener. Passage
EXAMPLE:
I. Read the passages carefully and attempt the following questions.
In the back row of the bus, we sat unnoticed, shielded from prying eyes. As the vehicle departed the mundane crossroads
of the city, it carried us into the sprawling countryside, where fields of sunflowers stretched endlessly in all directions, their
golden heads turned toward us as if in greeting. Where water was scarce, the land surrendered to the relentless advance of
the desert. In the distance, the majestic Mount Bogda dominated the horizon, its towering presence akin to a radiant prism
laid horizontally upon the desert’s vast canvas. This mountain, exceeding a staggering altitude of 5,000 meters, proudly bore
a crown of perpetual snow, a striking contrast to the flat, arid plains that lay at its feet. Nestled halfway up the mountain
range, at an elevation of approximately 2,000 meters above sea level, Heaven Lake lay like a tranquil jewel, cradled by the
lofty, snow-clad peaks.
As we ascended, the once-brilliant sky became shrouded in clouds, and I regretted leaving all my warm attire behind at
the hotel in Urumqi. Raindrops pelted the bus, and an overpowering aroma of goat’s cheese emanated from the man seated
behind me. Despite the inhospitable bus conditions, the leaky window provided glimpses of a breathtaking landscape
transformation. From the desert, we had swiftly transitioned to fertile lands and then into a pastoral wonderland, where
emerald-green grass blanketed the earth, and pine-clad slopes stretched into the distance. A pristine stream meandered
through the landscape, its crystal-clear waters reflecting the moss-covered stones beneath. It was a scene of picturesque
serenity. However, as we climbed higher, the stream evolved into a roaring, milky torrent, and I deeply lamented my
decision to bring only a pair of shorts, which had served me well in the desert but proved wholly inadequate in this
mountainous terrain.
By midday, we reached the fabled Heaven Lake, seeking refuge in the resort area at its base. Securing a room in a cozy
cottage, I was relieved to find thick quilts on the beds, a promise of warmth in the chilly mountain air.
Standing outside our cottage, we surveyed the surroundings. Heaven Lake, resembling a sardine in shape, owed its existence
to the snowmelt trickling down from the headwaters. Its waters shimmered with a brilliant blue hue, encircled by verdant
mountain walls and punctuated by the distant presence of grazing sheep. At the lake’s farthest end, beyond the delta formed
by an incoming stream, loomed a colossal, snow-capped peak that commanded the landscape—an integral part of a series
of peaks culminating, although somewhat obscured from view, in the grandeur of Mount Bogda itself.
Within the resort enclave, a small lakeside hall beckoned, offering nourishment to travellers. At times, we dined within its
welcoming confines, while on other occasions, we indulged in kebabs and naan bread procured from the local vendors who
plied their trade until the final bus departed. These skewer-cooked kebabs, seasoned to perfection and cooked over charcoal
braziers, were a particular delight. Meanwhile, local Kazakh herdsmen offered horse’s milk, a regional specialty that I
politely declined. The biting cold had taken its toll on me, but Mr. Cao, the laid-back proprietor of the mess hall, came to
my rescue, generously lending me an oversized pair of trousers that provided much-needed warmth and comfort.
1. What geographical feature dominates the landscape as the bus travels to Heaven Lake?
(1) A vast desert (2) Fields of sunflowers
(3) Snow-capped mountains (4) Moss-covered stones
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
2. At what elevation is Heaven Lake situated?
(1) Approximately 5,000 meters above sea level (2) About 2,000 meters above sea level
(3) Below sea level (4) Just above sea level
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
3. What culinary delight is available from local vendors near Heaven Lake?
(1) Goat’s cheese (2) Sunflower seeds
(3) Kebabs and naan (4) Horse’s milk
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
4. How does the landscape change as the bus ascends toward Heaven Lake?
(1) It becomes more desert-like (2) It transitions from desert to fertile land
(3) It remains the same throughout the journey (4) It becomes increasingly arid
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
5. What do the sunflowers in the passage symbolically represent?
(1) A welcoming gesture (2) Agricultural abundance
(3) A scenic backdrop (4) An obstacle to the journey
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
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II. In the heart of the bustling city, there lived a young artist named Lily. She was known for her vibrant, imaginative paintings
that seemed to capture the very essence of life itself. Her tiny studio apartment was crammed with colorful canvases, each
telling a unique story.
One fateful morning, as she was setting up her easel, a peculiar visitor knocked on her door. It was a talking cat, its emerald
eyes gleaming with curiosity. “Greetings, Lily,” the cat purred. “I’ve heard of your remarkable talent, and I have a special
request.”
Lily, startled but intrigued, invited the cat in. It introduced itself as Whiskers, the guardian of the Enchanted Forest. Whiskers
explained that a mystical tree in their forest was ailing, and only a painting infused with the purest emotions could save it.
Without hesitation, Lily agreed to help. She set off with Whiskers through a hidden portal to the Enchanted Forest, a realm
of enchanting creatures and vibrant flora. As she wandered through the lush forest, her senses came alive. She felt the pulse
of life in every leaf and heard the whispers of the ancient trees.
Days turned into weeks as Lily painted tirelessly. She poured her heart and soul into the canvas, capturing the magic of the
forest. The creatures watched in awe as her masterpiece grew, their collective hope woven into every brushstroke.
Finally, the painting was complete, radiating with a warm, ethereal glow. With Whiskers by her side, they carried the
painting to the ailing tree. As they placed it against the bark, a wondrous transformation occurred. The tree’s leaves rustled
with newfound vitality, and its branches reached for the sky with vigour.
The Enchanted Forest erupted in cheers, and Lily felt a deep sense of fulfillment. Her journey had not only saved the forest
but had also awakened her own spirit. With a heart full of gratitude, she bid farewell to her newfound friends and returned
to her studio in the city.
Word of Lily’s extraordinary adventure spread far and wide, making her paintings even more sought after. But the most
precious thing she gained was the knowledge that art had the power to heal not only the world but also one’s own soul.


1. The correct meaning of the word ‘INTRIGUED’ is:

(1) Arouse the curiosity of (2) Confusion
(3) Bored (4) Unfocused
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
2. Identify the kind of Adjective used in the following sentence from the given options.
In the heart of the bustling city.
(1) Adjective of Number (2) Adjective of Quantity
(3) Adjective of Quality (4) Possessive Adjective
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
3. What does Lily experience as she paints in the Enchanted Forest?
(1) She becomes lost and frightened (2) She feels inspired and filled with hope
(3) She encounters dangerous creatures (4) She becomes tired and wants to go home
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. What is the ultimate transformation that occurs when Lily places her completed painting against the ailing tree?
(1) The tree withers away completely
(2) The painting catches fire
(3) The tree’s leaves regain vitality, and its branches reach for the sky
(4) Lily is transported back to her studio in the city
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
5. Choose the part of the following sentence which has an error. If there is no error mark ‘4’.
A. With Whiskers by her side B. they carried the painting C. To the ailed tree.
1. C 2. B
3. A 4. No error
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
(iii) LITERARY
Scan to know
A literary passage is a segment of a written or spoken work, such as a novel, short story, poem, play, more about
or essay, that is characterised by its artistic and expressive qualities. Literary passages often convey this topic
themes, emotions, and ideas through the use of language, including literary devices such as metaphors,
similes, symbolism, imagery, and figurative language. These passages are crafted to engage the reader
or listener on multiple levels, evoking intellectual and emotional responses, and are often valued for
their aesthetic and literary merit. Literary passages can be brief or extended and are an integral part of Literary passage
literature, contributing to the overall impact and meaning of the work in which they appear.
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EXAMPLE:
I. Read the passages carefully and attempt the following questions.
I did not give him very close attention. The fact is, I was more interested in his own adventures than in his high politics. I
reckoned that Karolides and his affairs were not my business, leaving all that to him. So, a lot that he said slipped clean out
of my memory. I remember that he was very clear that the danger to Karolides would not begin till he had got to London,
and would come from the very highest quarters, where there would be no thought of suspicion. He mentioned the name of
a woman–Julia Czechenyi–as having something to do with the danger. She would be the decoy, I gathered, to get Karolides
out of the care of his guards. He talked, too, about a Black Stone and a man that lisped in his speech, and he described very
particularly somebody that he never referred to without a shudder–an old man with a young voice who could hood his eyes
like a hawk.
He spoke a good deal about death, too. He was mortally anxious about winning through with his job, but he didn’t care a
rush for his life. ‘I reckon it’s like going to sleep when you are pretty well tired out and waking to find a summer day with
the scent of hay coming in at the window. I used to thank God for such morning’s way back in the Blue-Grass country, and
I guess I’ll thank Him when I wake up on the other side of Jordan.’
Next day he was much more cheerful and read the life of Stonewall Jackson much of the time. I went out to dinner with a
mining engineer I had got to see on business, and came back about half-past ten in time for our game of chess before turning
in.
1. What does the following line analogies? “I reckon it’s like going to sleep when you are pretty well tired out and waking to
find a summer day with the scent of hay coming in at the window.”
(1) What the narrator imagines the experience of death to be like.
(2) The sensation of “winning through” with one’s job.”
(3) The speaker is describing his fluctuating mood as the danger to Karolides approaches.
(4) What the narrator’s companion imagines the experience of death to be like.
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
2. It can be gathered from the passage that Karolides:
(1) Is the narrator’s companion (2) Is presently in danger
(3) Will be ruined by corporate sabotage (4) Will be threatened by surreptitious forces
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
3. The narrator’s greater interest in his companion’s “adventures than in his high politics” suggests that:
(1) The narrator is not a political man. (2) The narrator is indifferent to his companion.
(3) The narrator is a man of action.
(4) More can be learned from the companion’s description of events than his personal beliefs for committing to a cause.
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. What does the word “decoy” mean in the context of the passage?
(1) A type of bird commonly found in forests
(2) A device used in chess strategy

(3) A person or thing used to lead someone into a trap or danger
(4) A type of camouflage used in hunting
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
5. In the passage, the phrase “waking to find a summer day with the scent of hay coming in at the window” is an example of:
(1) Simile (2) Hyperbole
(3) Metaphor (4) Personification
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
II. Workers and Slaves
The Pharaohs may have believed that it was their links with the Gods that kept Egypt going, but in reality it was the hard
work of the ordinary people. It was they who dug the soil, worked in the mines and quarries,sailed the boats on the river
Nile, marched with the army into Syria or Nubia, cooked food and raised children. Slavery was not very important in ancient
Egypt, but it did exist. Most of the slave prisoners who had been captured during the many wars Egypt fought with their
neighbours in the Near East. Slaves were usually treated well and were allowed to own property. Many Egyptian workers
were serfs. This meant that their freedom was limited. They could be bought and sold along with the estates where they
worked. Farmers had to be registered with the government. They have to sell crops at a fixed fields lay under water, many
workers were recruited into public building projects. Punishment for those who ran away was harsh. [CUET 2022]
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1. From the passage we get to know that distinct quality of ancient Egypt under the pharaohs was the fact that:
(1) Though slavery existed slaves were not treated harshly at all
(2) The pharaohs were very democratic and handsome
(3) No Egyptian working in ancient Egypt worked as a serf
(4) The river Nile would not stop flowing during the rains in Egypt
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
2. From the passage we get to know that in ancient Egypt many workers were known as serfs.
These were:
(1) Workers with limited freedom in ancient Egypt
(2) Students with limited intelligence in modern Egypt

(3) Nobility with limited power in medieval Egypt
(4) Pharaohs with limited connection with the gods of Egyptian Gods

Ans. Option (1) is correct.
3. What according to the passage was the reason of ancient Egyptian progress and prosperity?
(1) The link the Pharaohs claimed they had with the Gods
(2) The labour and hard work of the slaves and ordinary men in ancient Egypt
(3) The mines and quarries full of germs armed with rockets and missiles and jewels in ancient Egypt
(4) The modern smart Egyptian army
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. From the given passage options, select the one which is true according to the passage.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) Pharaohs believed that it was their link with the Gods that favoured Egypt
(2) The ordinary people worked overtime to destroy Egypt
(3) The pharaohs did not believe they were connected to the Gods
(4) The Pharaohs were the hard working salves of ancient Egypt
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
5. Select the option that is incorrect according to the passage.
(1) In the Egypt under the Pharaohs, slaves were allowed to own property
(2) Most of the slaves were prisoners captured in the many wars that Egypt fought with its neighbours in the near East.
(3) Slaves were well treated in ancient Egypt
(4) Slavery was extremely important in ancient Egypt
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
Tips to solve Comprehension Passages:
 
1. Preview the Passage: Before you start reading the passage, take a few seconds to skim through it. Look Scan to know
more about
at headings, subheadings, and any highlighted or bolded text. This can give you a sense of the passage’s this topic
structure and main ideas.
2. Read Actively: As you read the passage, engage with the text actively. Underline or highlight key
information, such as important facts, names, dates, or quotations. This will make it easier to find specific
information later. Tips to solve
3. Focus on the Main Idea: Try to identify the main idea or central theme of the passage. Understanding the comprehension
primary purpose of the text can help you answer questions more effectively.
4. Pay Attention to Transition Words: Transition words like “however,” “therefore,” “in addition,” and “for example” can
signal important relationships between ideas. Pay attention to these words to understand the flow of the passage.
5. Practice Skimming and Scanning: Skimming involves quickly reading the passage to get a general sense of its content,
while scanning involves searching for specific information. These techniques are especially useful for timed exams.
6. Answer Questions Strategically: When you begin answering questions, read them carefully and look for keywords that
relate to the passage. Refer back to the passage to find the information you need. Be cautious of answer choices that are too
extreme or not supported by the text.
7. Practice Regularly: Reading comprehension is a skill that improves with practice. Try to work through a variety of passages
and questions to become more comfortable with different types of texts.
8. Vocabulary Matters: Having a strong vocabulary can be a significant advantage in reading comprehension. If you encounter
unfamiliar words, try to deduce their meaning from the context or look them up afterwards.
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS
I. Read the passages and answer the questions. 5. The predominant tone of the poem is____________.
A. “I cannot go to school today,” (1) satirical (2) humorous
Said little Peggy Ann McKay. (3) melancholic (4) serious
“I have the measles and the mumps, B. Rusty was a quiet, imaginative child who loved the
A gash, a rash and purple bumps. natural world. He had grown up in the hills with his
My mouth is wet, my throat is dry, grandparents and had never known his parents. When
I’m going blind in my right eye. his grandparents died, Rusty was sent to live with his
father in the city. Rusty struggled to adapt to life in the
My tonsils are as big as rocks,
city, missing the peace and quiet of the hills. He found
I’ve counted sixteen chicken pox solace in exploring the city’s parks and gardens, and
And there’s one more—that’s seventeen, in spending time with his new friend Somi. One day,
And don’t you think my face looks green? while exploring a part, Rusty came across a group of
My leg is cut—my eyes are blue— monkeys. He was fascinated by their antics and spent
It might be instamatic flu. hours watching them. As Rusty grew older, he continued
I cough and sneeze and gasp and choke, to struggle with city life. He found himself yearning for
I’m sure that my left leg is broke— the hills more and more, and eventually decided to return
to his grandfather’s house. He was surprised to find that
My hip hurts when I move my chin,
the house had been sold, but he was welcomed back by
My belly button’s caving in, the new owners, a kind couple who had heard about
My back is wrenched, my ankle’s sprained, Rusty from his grandfather. Rusty was thrilled to be back
My ‘pendix pains each time it rains. in the hills, surrounded by nature once again. He spent
My nose is cold, my toes are numb. his days exploring the forests and meadows and made
I have a sliver in my thumb. friends with the local wildlife. He also began to write
My neck is stiff, my voice is weak, stories about his experiences, and his writing talent was
I hardly whisper when I speak. soon discovered by a publisher. Rusty went on to become
a successful writer, but he never forgot the lessons he had
My tongue is filling up my mouth, learned in the hills about the importance of nature and the
I think my hair is falling out. simple pleasure of life. [CUET 2023]
My elbow’s bent, my spine ain’t straight, 6. What did Rusty miss the most about the hills when he
My temperature is one-o-eight. moved to the city?
My brain is shrunk, I cannot hear, (1) The hustle and bustle (2) The tall buildings
There is a hole inside my ear. (3) The natural world (4) The shopping malls
I have a hangnail, and my heart is—what? 7. Choose the options that does not help Rusty in becoming
What’s that? What’s that you say? a successful writer:
You say today is. . .Saturday? (1) fascinated by city life
G’bye, I’m going out to play!” [CUET 2023] (2) lives peace and quiet
(3) cherishes friendship with wildlife
1. The long and never- ending list of sickness given by little
(4) enjoys simple pleasures
Peggy in the poem shows that she is ______________.
8. What happened to Rusty’s grandfather’s house after his
Choose the correct option from the following: grandparents died?
(1) desperate to miss school (1) Rusty’s father moved in
(2) genuinely unwell (2) The house was sold
(3) an obstinate and headstrong child (3) The house was abandoned
(4) a neglected child (4) The house was destroyed
2. Assertion: The speaker lists a multitude of symptoms 9. Assertion: Rusty was able to reconnect with his roots
and ailments to convince others they are too sick to go to and find happiness in the hills.
school. Reason: Rusty’s return to the hills was facilitated by
Reason: In the poem, the speaker genuinely believes the kind couple who had heard about him from his
they are seriously ill. grandfather.
(1) Both the assertion and reason are true. (1) Both the assertion and reason are true, and the reason
is a correct explanation of the assertion.
(2) Both the assertion and reason are false.
(2) Both the assertion and reason are true, but the reason
(3) The assertion is true, but the reason is false. is NOT a correct explanation of the assertion.
(4) The assertion is false, but the reason is true. (3) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
3. The literary device used by the poet to highlight the (4) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.
number of ailments Peggy Ann Mckay seems to suffer
10. Find another word for Astonished in the passage.
from is:
(1) imaginative (2) exploring
(1) transferred epithet (2) oxymoron
(3) discovered (4) surprised
(3) hyperbole (4) asyndeton
C. Your body is almost two-thirds water, so staying
4. According to the poem, what is the colour of Peggy Ann
hydrated is important. Teenagers should aim to drink six
Mckay’s face?
to eight glasses of water per day, according to the British
(1) Blue (2) Purple (3) Silver (4) Green
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Nutrition Foundation. That number increases for teens D. Add to cart, proceed to check-out, complete order. This
who engage in sports or are especially active. Other good was, and is to an extent, 39-year old brand consultant
sources of fluid include 100 percent fruit juice and low- Satish Singh’s routine each time he got his pay-cheque.
fat milk. Sugary and caffeinated drinks should be limited “My shopping addiction began when Flip-kart was the
or eliminated from the diet completely as they provide major player--way before Amazon came along.” He says.
excess sugar and empty calories. “It initially started with ordering books. It then became
According to the Cleveland Clinic, teenagers need at about finding deals online. When you are earning and
least nine hours of sleep each night to function at their have money at your disposal, you are tempted to buy
best during the day. It sounds easy enough, but with early things.
school start times, late afternoon practices and hours of Just like Singh, the convenience of online shopping
homework, getting enough sleep can be a challenge. Set a tempted a lot of us to buy things; things we may not even
regular bedtime that allows for nine hours of sleep before have needed. Singh says he once spent ` 80,000 in three
you have to get up for school. You should also plan for at months. “I bought books, shoes and many other things.”
least an hour of “quiet time” prior to bedtime. The goal is He says. “It was a craze, it was also greed.” Singh
for all electronics to be turned off for the night so that the confesses that his tendency to shop was more when he
brain and body relax. Quiet time may involve listening to had a bad day.
soothing music or reading a book. [CUET 2023] Bengaluru-based psychotherapist says that compulsive
11. Why can’t teenagers get enough sleep? shopping can be a result of pending anxiety disorder.
(A) early start at school In my experience, compulsive shopping has been seen
in people with a traumatic experience. Or those who
(B) lot of work at school
have insecurities or have faced rejection.” Compulsive
(C) lot of homework everyday shopping, according to him, is an extreme symptom of an
(D) busy with friends underlying condition. “The trauma or the rejection could
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: have taken place between the ages of one and 10,” he
(1) (A), (B), (C) and (D) (2) (A) and (C) only says. “This usually manifests in adolescence. Shopping
here can provide the same relief as a painkiller.”
(3) (A), (C) and (D) only (4) (B), (C) and (D) only
The pain or trauma can be anything from parental
12. Young people need to do the following in order to get a abstention, abuse (emotional or physical) or even
nine hour sleep: financial or social insecurity, “The presumption that
(A) switch off electronics before bedtime compulsive shopping is predominantly a female problem
(B) switch off all electronics for the night is wrong,” says Joseph. “It can affect men, too.” There
(C) find quiet time before bedtime are also shoppers who buy the product, return it and do
this on a loop, he says.
(D) find a quiet time & place to sleep “Getting help is crucial,” adds Joseph. “Psychotherapy
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: can help identify the underlying problem, find the root
(1) (B) and (C) only (2) (A), (B), (C) and (D) cause and help address it. One could also turn to parents
(3) (B), (C) and (D) only (4) (A), (B) and (C) only or a trusted friend. Tell them about why you shop, how
13. Identify the adjective in the given sentence. you feel when you shop; talk about it in detail. You could
also ask them to keep a check on you - make it so that you
Your body is almost two-thirds water. need their permission to shop. Or, let them handle your
(1) Adjective of quality (2) Adjective of number debit/credit cards for a while. This will create a delay and
(3) Adjective of quantity (4) Possessive Adjective help cut the urge.” Joseph also suggests writing down the
14. Match List I with List II trigger. “Write down what you intend to buy and why
you need it,” he says. “Wait for two days and decide
LIST I LIST II whether you need it. Most of the time, you would not
(A) Modal (I) To be eliminated completely buy it.” Most important, he says, seek help.
 [CUET 2023]
(B) Adjective (II) Should be eliminated
16. Choose the statements that are true with regard to online
(C) Adverb (III) Sugary, caffeinated drinks shopping.
(D) Passive voice (IV) Electronics to be turned off A. The convenience tempts people to buy unnecessarily
B. one becomes a compulsive shopper.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
C. It is noticeable in Adolescents
(1) (A)-(1), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(IV) D. Shopping here is like pain inducer
(2) (A)-(II), (B)-(III), (C)-(I), (D)-(IV) E. It is predominantly a female problem
(3) (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III) Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(4) (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (V)-(IV), (D)-(III) (1) A, D, E only (2) A, C, D only
15. Choose the heading that best explains the two sections in (3) B, C, E only (4) A, B, C only
the text given. 17. Assertion: Compulsive shopping can be a result of
(A) Watch your beverage intake underlying conditions such as anxiety or trauma.
(B) Eat right, sleep tight Reason: The passage mentions that compulsive shopping
(C) If you don’t snooze, you lose is an extreme symptom of an underlying condition, which
(D) Making time for friends could include trauma or insecurities.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) (A) and (C) only (2) (A) and (B) only (1) Both the assertion and reason are true.
(3) (B) and (C) only (4) (B) and (D) only (2) Both the assertion and reason are false.
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(3) The assertion is true, but the reason is false. drones in the green zones, yellow zones are controlled
(4) The assertion is false, but the reason is true. airspace needing permission and red are no fly zones,”
18. Match List I with List II said another official privy to the developments.
 [CUET 2023]
LIST I LIST II
21. The liberalised drone rules will help the government to:
A Convenience I A thing that is considered to (1) only reduce paperwork
be true (2) cut the red tape only
B Confess II A situation that is useful, (3) only increase the unmanned vehicle system
helpful or suitable (4) become a global drone hub by 2030 along with other
benefits
C Traumatic III Unpleasant experience
22. Drones are used by the Delhi Police to:
D Presumption IV To admit one’s wrongdoing (1) catch criminals
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (2) monitor law and order
(1) A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV (2) A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I (3) ban illegal activities
(3) A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I (4) A-III, B-I, C-II, D-IV (4) reduce manpower in police
19. Select the synonym for the word given below: 23. The Ministry of Civil Aviation has declared specific
Trauma zones as no fly zones, i.e.:
(1) Elegant (2) Clear (1) Green Zones (2) Red Zones
(3) Sane (4) Shock (3) Yellow Zones (4) Blue Zones
20. Arrange the ideas expressed in the passage in the correct 24. Assertion: The Indian government has liberalized drone
order from the options given below: rules.
A. The craze and greed of convenient shopping Reason: The government’s goal is to make India the
B. The start of the writer’s shopping addiction global drone hub by 2030.
C. Identifying the underlying problem, finding the root (1) Both the assertion and reason are true.
cause and seeking help (2) Both the assertion and reason are false.
D. The way compulsive shopping manifests (3) The assertion is true, but the reason is false.
E. Reasons of pain or trauma (4) The assertion is false, but the reason is true.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 25. Those who violate drone regulations can be fined up to:
(1) E, D, C, A, B (2) A, B, D, C, E (1) Ten lakh rupees (2) Ten thousand rupees
(3) C, B, A, D, E (4) B. A, D, E, C (3) One lakh rupees (4) One thousand rupees
E. Last year, the government notified new rules regarding F. Karnad has gone significantly back to Indian tradition
the unmanned aircraft systems/vehicles. The “liberalised and culture to write his plays. He has recreated the
drone rules” are aimed at reducing paperwork, cutting rich and dynamic picture of Indian society, culture and
the red tape and facilitating the government’s vision to its people. He often takes a theme, a historical event
make India the global drone hub by 2030. The use of of Indian history and presents it in a modernized way.
drones-as-a- service in sectors like agriculture, mining, Majority of his play employ the narratives of myth,
infrastructure, surveillance, emergency response, history and folklore to evoke an ancient or pre-modern
transportation, photography and videography, geospatial world that resonates in contemporary context because of
mapping, defence, and law enforcement is being his uncanny ability to remake the past in the image of
encouraged. In sectors like e-commerce, retail and present. He has also adopted the oral tale of the people
health, drone technology is being seen as a game changer and presents in dramatized way. He feels that they are
in the last-mile delivery of goods. Delhi Police has also very much relevant today, and hence, seeks to adopt
been frequently using drones in monitoring law and order myths and folk forms in his plays. Thus he creates a
of late. A separate unit for drones is also being planned. synthesis between the ancient and the modern to serve
When asked about the new regulations in place, senior his purpose of using the past to illuminate the present.
aviation and police officers said that all drones must be Most of the playwrights in India have either written in
registered with the DGCA, and operators must have a such a traditional manner that it lost relevance to their
license to fly them. A fine of up to one lakh rupees can be urban existence or they have written in such an urbanized
levied on violations. manner that it lost its relevance to the traditional part of
“Registrations can be done on the ‘Digital Sky’ platform their personality. In this regard Karnad comments “we
operated by the DGCA, which is a single- window online keep acerbating between the traditional and the modern,
platform for drone approvals. The operators must be perhaps we could not hit upon a form which could
over 18 years of age and trained from a DGCA-approved balance both.” He attempts to balance both in his plays.
institution,” an official said. According to the new rules, He does not takes myths in their entirely, but he takes
a drone operating license, issued on the basis of a remote them only in parts that are useful to him and the rest he
pilot certificate, is valid for 10 years and a certificate is supplements with his imagination. Basically he has given
not required for operating nano drones (weighing <250 a new interpretation to the historical, oral and mythical
grams) and non-commercial micro drones (<2 kg). The tales. [CUET 2022]
fee for a remote pilot license fee has been reduced from 26. Match List I with List II
Rs 3,000 (for large drone) to Rs 100 for all categories of LIST I LIST II
drones.
“The ministry of civil aviation has also developed an A Karnad is an I Indian-playwright
interactive airspace map on Digital Sky with areas coded B Oral tales of India II Wonderfully-dramatized
as green, yellow and red. No permission is required to fly are by Karnad.
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C Karnad's plays III Given a new-interpretation 1,000 tonnes of garbage every day. “Technologies like
and-drama to the historical,mythical gasification are a form of incineration,” says the central
and oral tales and stories coordinator of this Project. Incineration merely transfers
hazardous waste from solid form to air, water and ash.
D The uncanny abili- IV His capability to remake Toxins produced during incineration include acidic
ty of Karnadis the pasting the image of gases,heavy metals as well as dioxins and furans. “The’
the present manure’ will be hazardous and a problem to dispose.”
Choose the correct answer from the option given below:  [CUET 2022]
(1) A- II, B-IV, C- III, D- I (2) A- III, B-IV, C- I, D- II 31. What is released when plastics are burnt?
(3) A- I, B-II, C-III, D- IV (4) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D – III (1) power and proteins (2) toxic chemicals
27. From the given options, select the option that is correct (3) fruits (4) vegetables
according to the passage: 32. What is PVC?
(1) Most of the Indian playwrights have failed to bring (1) Polynomials (2) Polyvinyl chloride
out the relevance of our past, our culture and tradition (3) Polyamine chloride (4) Poly electricity
to our current or urban life and audience. 33. The full form of USEPA is:
(2) Most of the playwrights are only concerned with (1) United States Protection Ace
science. (2) United States Environment Agency
(3) Most of the playwrights in India are concerned with
(3) United States Environment Protection Agency
the problems of village panchayats.
(4) United States Environment Protect Age
(4) Most of the playwrights in India are illiterate and
ignorant. 34. The risk of getting cancer from Dioxin is:
28. Assertion: Girish Karnad successfully bridges the gap (1) four times higher
between traditional and modern elements in his plays. (2) ten times higher
Reason: He draws inspiration from myths, history, (3) ten times less
and oral tales, giving them a fresh interpretation while (4) twenty times less
making them relevant to the present. 35. Technologies like gasification are a form of
(1) Both the assertion and reason are true. (1) Curating artifacts (2) Organic farming
(2) Both the assertion and reason are false. (3) Incineration (4) Deforestation
(3) The assertion is true, but the reason is false. H. She took me by the hand and walked me into the lobby
(4) The assertion is false, but the reason is true. like a five-year old child. Didn’t she know I was pushing
29. Karnad attempts to balance both. Here, ‘both’ signifies: 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing me in
(Identify the option that is correct according to the a span of eight months! I guess she felt a little sorry for
passage) me. The bright fluorescence lights threatened to burn my
(1) Plays and poetry of the world skin as I walked towards bouncy-looking lady with curly
(2) History and freedom struggle of India and South Africa hair and a sweetly smiling man. They called themselves
(3) The traditional and the modern Allie and Alex. Cute, I thought. After they exchanged
(4) War and Peace the usual reams of paperwork, I was off in their Chevy
30. In the passage, we get to the know that as a great- Suburban to get situated into another new home. This
playwright Karnad. _ time, there were no other foster children and nor another
(Select the option which is correct according to the biological child. Anything could happen. Over the next
passage and fill in the blanks) few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into quite a nice routine.
(1) Does not use myths in their entirety but uses them She’d make pancakes for breakfast,or he’d fry up some
artfully to suit his modem themes that are apt for our sausage and eggs. They sang a lot,even danced as they
times. cooked. They must have just bought the house because,
(2) Loves stories from Irish folktales. most weekends, we were either painting a living room
(3) Loves to discuss political blunders of ancient India. butter yellow or staining a coffee table mocha brown. I
(4) Compares policies of the ancient and the modern kept waiting for the other shoe to drop. When would they
world. start threatening the loss of pancakes if I didn’t mow the
G. When plastic waste is burnt, a complex weave of toxic lawn? When would the sausage and eggs be replaced with
chemicals is released. Breaking down Poly Vinyl unidentifiable slosh because he didn’t feel like cooking in
Chloride, (PVC) is used for packaging, toys and coating the morning? But it never happened. They kept cooking,
electrical wires. It produces dioxin, an organ chlorine singing, and dancing like a couple of happy fools. It was
which belongs to the family of Persistent Organic a Saturday afternoon when Allie decided it was time to
Pollutants (POPs). A recent Dioxin Assessment Report paint the brick fireplace white. As we crawled closer to
brought out by the United States Environment Protection the dirty old fire pit, we pulled out the petrified wood
Agency (USEPA) says the risk of getting cancer from and noticed a teeny-tiny treasure box! We looked at each
dioxin is ten times higher than reported by the agency in other in wonder and excitement. She actually said,” I
1994. Yet the Delhi government is giving the green signal wonder if the leprechauns left it!”
to a gasification project which will convert garbage into 36. Over the next few weeks who all fell into a nice
energy without removing plastic waste. Former minister, comfortable routine?
the promoter of this project,says this is not necessary. Select the correct option:
He claims no air pollution will be caused and that the (1) Nancy
ash produced can be used as manure. An earlier waste- (2) Allie and Nancy
to-energy project set-up in Timarpur failed. The new
(3) The narrator, Allie and Alex
one, built with Australian assistance, will cost 200
crore. It will generate 25megawatts of power and gobble (4) Only Alex
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37. “She took me by the hand and walked me into the lobby 40. Match List I with List II
... “. The ‘me’ refers to the:
LIST I LIST II
(1) Narrator and the protagonist of the passage
(2) Narrator and the footballer A Nancy I Treated the narrator as if he was
(3) A film star and a villain a 5 year old child
(4) The headmaster of an English School
38. On a Sunday afternoon, what did Allie decide to do? B Allie II Made pancakes for breakfast
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: C Alex III Fried sausages and eggs
(1) Crawl towards the dirty old garage
(2) Paint the brick fire pit white D Narrator IV Was placed in the 3rd home
(3) Sing a song
(4) Write a letter to the President Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
39. A word meaning ‘terrified’ in the passage is: (1) A-I, B-I, C-Ill, D-IV (2) A-IV, B-lll, C-II, D-I
(1) threatening (2) petrified (3) A-IV, B-I, C-Ill, D-II (4) A-ll, B-IV, C-I, D-Ill
(3) excitement (4) biological

ANSWER KEY
1. (1) 2. (3) 3. (3) 4. (4) 5. (2) 6. (3) 7. (1) 8. (2) 9. (1) 10. (4)
11. (2) 12. (4) 13. (3) 14. (2) 15. (2) 16. (4) 17. (2) 18. (2) 19. (4) 20. (4)
21. (4) 22 (2) 23. (2) 24. (1) 25. (3) 26. (3) 27. (1) 28. (1) 29. (3) 30. (1)
31. (2) 32. (2) 33. (3) 34. (2) 35. (3) 36. (3) 37. (1) 38. (2) 39. (2) 40. (1)

ANSWERS WITH EXPLANATION

1. Option (1) is correct. 9. Option (1) is correct.
Explanation: The poem humorously portrays little Explanation: The assertion is true because Rusty found
Peggy’s exaggerated list of illnesses as a way to avoid happiness in the hills. The reason is true as the kind
going to school, suggesting her desperation to miss couple facilitated his return, leading to his reconnection
school. with his roots and happiness.
2. Option (3) is correct. 10. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: The assertion correctly states that the 11. Option (2) is correct.
speaker lists symptoms to avoid going to school. Explanation: Teenagers may struggle to get enough
However, the reason is false because the speaker sleep due to early school start times (A) and the burden
does not genuinely believe they are seriously ill but is of excessive homework (C).
exaggerating their symptoms for humour. 12. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: Young people should switch off electronics
3. Option (3) is correct.
before bedtime, switch off all electronics for the night, and
Explanation: Hyperbole is a literary device that involves
find quiet time before bedtime to get a nine-hour sleep.
exaggeration for emphasis or effect. In the poem, Peggy
13. Option (3) is correct.
Ann McKay exaggerates her ailments to humorous Explanation: The word “two-third” describes the
extremes, making use of hyperbole to emphasize the quantity of water in the body.
number and severity of her supposed illnesses. 14. Option (2) is correct.
4. Option (4) is correct. Explanation: The explanation is based on matching the
5. Option (2) is correct. categories of words in List I to their respective meanings
Explanation: The poem uses humour and exaggeration in List II:
to create a lighthearted and playful tone as the speaker (A) Modal (II): Modal words like “should” indicate ne-
pretends to have numerous ailments to avoid going to cessity or obligation, fitting the context of eliminat-
school. ing certain things.
6. Option (3) is correct. (B) Adjective (III): Adjectives like “sugary” and “caf-
Explanation: Rusty missed the natural world the most feinated” describe the type of drinks.
when he moved to the city, as he longed for the peace and (C) Adverb (I): Adverbs modify verbs, and here, “com-
quiet of the hills. pletely” modifies the action of eliminating.
7. Option (1) is correct. (D) Passive voice (IV): The passive voice construction is
Explanation: Rusty’s fascination with city life doesn’t used to describe the action of turning off electronics.
directly contribute to his success as a writer; it’s his 15. Option (2) is correct.
Explanation: The text discusses the importance of
connection with nature and the hills that inspires his
staying hydrated (Watch your beverage intake) and
writing.
getting enough sleep (Eat right, sleep tight) for teenagers.
8. Option (2) is correct. 16. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: After Rusty’s grandparents died, the house Explanation: The true statements about online shopping
was sold, leading to Rusty’s initial surprise when he are: convenience can lead to unnecessary buying,
returned to the hills. compulsive shopping is noticeable in adolescents.
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17. Option (2) is correct. myths in parts that are useful to him and supplements
Explanation: Both the assertion and reason are true and them with his imagination to create a new interpretation
aligned. The passage indicates that compulsive shopping that suits modern themes.
stems from underlying conditions like anxiety or trauma. 31. Option (2) is correct.
18. Option (2) is correct. Explanation: Burning plastics releases a complex mix of
Explanation: The words in List I are correctly matched harmful and toxic chemicals into the environment.
with their meanings in List II, based on their definitions. 32. Option (2) is correct.
19. Option (4) is correct. Explanation: PVC is an abbreviation for Polyvinyl
Explanation: The synonym for “Trauma” is “Shock,” Chloride, a common synthetic polymer used in various
both referring to a sudden and severe emotional or products like packaging, toys, and electrical wire
psychological distress or upheaval. coatings.
20. Option (4) is correct. 33. Option (3) is correct.
Explanation: The correct order (4) begins with the Explanation: USEPA stands for the United States
writer’s shopping addiction, followed by convenient Environment Protection Agency, a government agency
shopping, its manifestation, reasons (pain/trauma), and responsible for environmental protection and regulation.
seeking help. 34. Option (2) is correct.
21. Option (4) is correct. Explanation: Recent reports suggest that the risk of
22. Option (2) is correct. developing cancer from exposure to dioxin is ten times
23. Option (2) is correct. higher than previously reported in 1994.
24. Option (1) is correct. 35. Option (3) is correct.
Explanation: The assertion states that the Indian Explanation: Gasification and similar technologies are
government has liberalised drone rules, which is a form of incineration, which can release pollutants into
supported by the information in the passage. The reason the air and produce hazardous waste.
states that the government’s goal is to make India the 36. Option (3) is correct.
global drone hub by 2030, which is also supported by the Explanation: Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I
information in the passage. fell into quite a nice routine.
25. Option (3) is correct. 37. Option (1) is correct.
Explanation: A fine of up to one lakh rupees can be Explanation: This passage is written in first person.
levied on violations. 38. Option (2) is correct.
26. Option (3) is correct. Explanation: It was a Saturday afternoon when Allie
Explanation: List I items are correctly matched with List decided it was time to paint the brick fireplace white.
II items to describe Girish Karnad’s contributions and 39. Option (2) is correct.
abilities. Explanation: Petrified means someone who is so
27. Option (1) is correct. frightened that he or she is unable to move and being
Explanation: The passage discusses how many Indian terrified.
playwrights struggle to connect the past, culture, and 40. Option (1) is correct.
tradition with contemporary urban life and audiences. Explanation: Spot the areas in the passage for List I and
28. Option (1) is correct. then match them with sentence fragments from List II.
Explanation: Girish Karnad’s ability to bridge the A-I: She took me by the hand and walked me into the
traditional and modern elements in his plays is supported lobby like a five-year-old child. Didn’t she know I was
by the reason that he draws from myths, history, and pushing 15? This was the third home Nancy was placing
oral tales while giving them a fresh interpretation while me in-in a span of eight months!
making them relevant to the present.
B- II: Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into
29. Option (3) is correct.
quite a nice routine. She’d make pancakes for breakfast.
Explanation: “Both” in the passage refers to balancing
C-III: Over the next few weeks, Allie, Alex and I fell into
the traditional and the modern elements in his plays, as
quite a nice routine. She’d make pancakes for breakfast,
discussed in the context.
or he’d fry up some sausage and eggs.
30. Option (1) is correct.
D-IV: This was the third home Nancy was placing me
Explanation: The passage mentions that Karnad takes
in-in a span of eight months!
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VERBAL ABILITY
 Revision Notes
 Verbal Ability is commonly a part of the various Government exams conducted in the country. For most competitive exams,
the verbal ability section is one where a candidate can score more yet tends to lose marks due to the various options provided.
 Verbal Ability can deal with questions ranging from:
 Articles
 Tenses
 Modals
 Prepositions
 Active and Passive Voice
 Error Detection
 TIPS TO SOLVE THIS SECTION
1. Understand the Exam Format:
 Familiarise yourself with the format of the exam, including the types of questions you will encounter. This will help you
manage your time effectively.
2. Build a Strong Vocabulary:
 Regularly read books, newspapers and magazines to improve your vocabulary.
 Create flashcards of unfamiliar words and their meanings.
 Use vocabulary apps and resources to expand your word bank.
3. Improve Grammar and Syntax:
 Brush up on grammar rules, sentence structure and punctuation.
 Practice writing and correcting sentences to enhance your understanding of grammar.
4. Read Widely:
 Reading comprehension is often a key component of verbal ability tests. Read a variety of materials, including fiction,
non-fiction, and academic texts, to improve your comprehension skills.
5. Time Management:
 Allocate a specific amount of time to each question or passage and stick to it. Don’t spend too much time on a single
question.
A. ARTICLES
 Determiner is a word that determines or limits the noun that follows it.
It is used to specify quantity (e.g., “one dog,” “many dogs”) or to clarify what the noun refers to (e.g., “my dog,” “that dog,”
“the dog”).
 All determiners can be classified as one of the following: Scan to know
more about
 An article (a/an, the)
this topic
 A demonstrative (this, that, these, those)
 A possessive (my, your, his, her, its, our, their)
 A quantifier (many, much, more, most, some)
The words A or AN and THE are called Articles. They come before nouns. Articles
a. Indefinite Article: A or An is called the Indefinite Article, because it usually leaves the identity as
indefinite concerning the person or thing spoken of, such as, A doctor; and this means, any doctor.
 The choice between a and an is determined by sound. Before a word beginning with a vowel sound “an” is used; e.g., an
ass, an enemy, an ink-pad, an orange, an umbrella,an hour, an honest man, an heir, etc.
 Before a word beginning with a consonant sound “a” is used; e.g., a boy, a reindeer, a woman, a yard, a horse, a hole,
also a university, a union, a European, a ewe, a unicorn, a useful article, etc.
 Example: THE sun; THE sea Example: I have a house.
THE house is in Pinamar
VERBAL ABILITY

When you name the thing

When there’s only one of it.
for second time
The

Articles (A, An, The)

Example: A girl.
Example: AN umbrella

A-An

Example: A car.
A: with words starting An: with words starting Example: AN orange
in a consonsant. in vowel.

Example: A house.
Example: AN apple
Trace the Mind Map 
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 Voice
VERBAL ABILITY

Active Voice Passive Voice

Present Past Future

Present Past Future
Simple
Simple Past Simple Future
Present
Simple Simple Future Subject (Obj.) Subject (Obj.) +
Simple Subject (Obj.)
Past Subject + + was/were + will + be + V3 +
Present + is/am/are +
Subject will/shall + V3+ by + by + Object (Sub.)
Subject + V1 + Object
V3 + by +
Object (Sub.)
+ V2 Object (Sub.)
(V1 (singular)/
+ Object
V1 (s/es) plural) Future tense
+ Object Past with ‘going to’
Past Future Present
Continuous tense with Continuous Subject + is/am
Continuous Subject (Obj.)
Subject + ‘going to’ /are + going to
Present Subject (Obj.) + was/were +
was/were + Subject + + be + V3+ by
Continuous + is/am/are +
V1+ -ing + is/am/are being + V3+ + doer/agent
Subject + is/ being + V3 + by + Object
am /are + V1+ Object + going to + by + Object
verb + Object (Sub.)
-ing + Object (Sub.)
Past Future Perfect
Perfect Subject (Obj.)
Past Perfect
Present Subject + Future Present + will /shall +
Subject (Obj.)
Perfect had + V3 Perfect Perfect have + been +
+ had + been
Subject + + Object Subject + Subject (Obj.) V3 + by +
+ V3+ by +
has/have + will/shall + + has/have + Object (Sub.)
Object (Sub.)
V3 + Object have + V3 been + V3 +
+ Object by + Object
(Sub.) Trace the Mind Map 
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b. D
 efinite Article: “The” is called the definite article. It defines its noun as something specific (e.g., something previously
mentioned or known, something unique, something being identified by the speaker).
 This is the lake.
(This is a previously specified lake, i.e., one already known to the readers.)
 Use of Indefinite articles: A/An
The Indefinite Article is used:
1. In the sense of any, to single out an individual as the representative of a class; for example:
 A pupil should obey his teacher.
 A cow is a useful animal.
2. To make a common noun of a proper noun; for example:
 A Daniel comes to judgement! (A Daniel = a very wise man)
3. Before names of professions:
 He is an MP/ MLA/ MLC/ SDO/ FO.
 She is a nurse/ teacher/ dentist.
4. A is used before A hundred, A thousand, A million, A dozen, A couple
 He won a million dollars.
 I have a hundred pens.
5. When a proper noun is used as a common noun:
 He is a Kalidas.
6. When two adjectives are joined by “and,” and wants to signify a singular object:
 A black and white cow. (Resembles 1 cow)
 An honest and intelligent teacher.
7. When two adjectives are joined by ‘and used before a singular countable noun and when it denotes two different persons or
things:
 A red and a black shirt.
 A tall and a pretty girl
 Use of Definite articles: The
1. When a singular noun is meant to represent a whole class:
 The horse is a noble animal.
 The cat loves comfort.
2. Before some proper names:
 oceans and seas, e.g., the Pacific, the Black Sea
 rivers, e.g., the Ganga, the Nile
 Canals, e.g., the Suez Canal
 Deserts, e.g., the Sahara
 Groups of islands, e.g., the West Indies
 Mountain-ranges, e.g., the Himalayas, the Alps
 A very few names of countries, which include words like republic and kingdom (e.g. the Irish Republic, the United
Kingdom) also: the Ukraine, the Netherlands (and its seat of government the Hague)
3. Before the names of certain books;
 The Vedas, the Puranas, the Iliad, the Ramayana.
4. Before names of things unique of their kind; for example,
 The sun, the sky, the ocean, the sea, the earth.
5. With Superlatives; for example,
 The darkest cloud has a silver lining.
 This is the best book of elementary chemistry
6. Before a proper noun (for titles /posts):
 This decision is taken by the Prime Minister.
 The meeting was presided over by the Executive Director.
7. Before referring to the people of a country.
 The Greek
 The Englishmen
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EXAMPLE:
1. Fill in the blanks with appropriate Articles:
You are ___________ gem of___________ person. [CUET 2023]
(1) an, the (2) a, the
(3) a, a (4) the, the
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
2. Which of the following sentences uses an Article INCORRECTLY? [CUET 2023]
(1) They cannot be trusted even a bit. (2) What is a time of your arrival?
(3) He is a strange person. (4) There are no friends in the room.
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
B. TENSES
Tenses Tenses Rule
Past simple tense Subject + V2 + Object
Past Perfect tense Subject + had + V3 + Object
Past Continuous tense Subject + was + V1 + ing + Object (Singular)
Subject + were + V1 + ing + Object (Plural)
Past perfect continuous tense Subject + had been + V1 + ing + Object
Present Simple tense Subject + V1 + s/es + Object (Singular)
Subject + V1 + Object (Plural)
Present Perfect tense Subject + has + V3 + Object (Singular)
Subject + have + V3 + Object (Plural)
Present Continuous tense Subject + is/am/are + V1 + ing + object
Present perfect continuous tense Subject + has been + V1 + ing + Object (Singular)
Subject + have been + V1 + ing + Object (Plural)
Future Simple tense Subject + will/shall + V1 + Object
Future Perfect tense Subject + will have/shall have + V3 + Object
Future Continuous tense Subject + will be/shall be + ing + V1 + Object
Future Perfect Continuous tense Subject + will have been + V1 + ing + Object
 PRESENT TENSE
Present Tense has different forms as under: Scan to know
more about
(1) Present Indefinite this topic
(2) Present Continuous
(3) Present Perfect
(4) Present Perfect Continuous
(1) Present Indefinite/Simple Present Tense Tenses

Subject + V1 + s/es + Object (Singular) Subject + V1 + Object (Plural)

Negative and Interrogative Sentences
Negative Subject + do/does not + V1 + Object
Interrogative Do/Does + Subject + V1 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I play chess. I do not play chess. Do I play chess?
Uses of Simple Present Tense
(i) To express a habitual action:
 He drinks tea every morning.
 I get up every day at five o’clock.
(ii) To express general truths:
 The sun rises in the east.
 Honey is sweet.
(iii) In exclamatory sentences beginning with here and there to express what is taking place in the present:
 Here comes the bus!
 There she goes!
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(iv) To express a future event that is part of a fixed timetable or fixed programme.
 The next flight is at 7 a.m. tomorrow.
 The plane doesn’t arrive at seven. It arrives at seven thirty.
(v) To talk about the future words like ‘ ‘when’, ‘until’, ‘after’, ‘before’ and ‘as soon as’.
 I will call you when I have time. (Not ‘will have’.)
 I won’t go out until it stops raining.
(vi) We use the present simple in the first and the zero conditionals.
 If it rains, we won’t come.
 If you heat water to 100 degrees, it boils.
(2) Present Continuous Tense:
Subject + is/am/are + V1 + ing + object
Negative Subject + is/are/am + not + V1+ing + Object.
Interrogative Is/are/am + Subject + V1+ing + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I am writing. I am not writing. Am I writing?
Uses of Present Continuous Tense
(i) For things that are happening at the moment of speaking; these things usually last for quite a short time and they are
not finished when we are talking about them.
 I’m working at the moment.
 Please call back as we are eating dinner now.
(ii) For a temporary action which may not be actually happening at the time of speaking:
 I am reading ‘David Copperfield’ (but I am not reading at this moment).
(iii) For an action that has already been arranged to take place in the near future and we are pretty sure that the event will
happen in the future:
 I am going to the cinema tonight.
 My uncle is arriving tomorrow.
(iv) For habits that are not regular, but that happen very often. In this case we usually use an adverb like ‘always’,
‘forever’ or ‘constantly’:
 You’re forever losing your keys!
 She’s constantly missing the train.
(iv) The following verbs, on account of their meaning, are not normally used in the continuous form:
 Verbs of perception, e.g., see, hear, smell, notice, recognize.
 Verbs of appearing. e.g., appear, look, seem.
 Verbs of emotion, e.g., want, wish, desire, feel, like, love, hate, hope, refuse, prefer.
 Verbs of thinking, e.g., think, suppose, believe, agree, consider, trust, remember, forget, know, understand,
imagine, mean, mind.
 have (possession), own, possess, belong to, contain, consist of, be (except when used in the passive).
(3) Present Perfect Tense:
Negative and Interrogative Sentences
Negative — Subject + has/have + not + V3 + Object.
Interrogative — Has/have + Subject + V3 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I have taken lunch. I have not taken lunch. Have I taken lunch?
Uses of Present Perfect Tense
(i) To indicate completed activities in the immediate past (with just):
 I have been to Tokyo.
 They have visited Paris three times.
(ii) With an unfinished time word (this month, this week, today). The period of time is still continuing.
 I have not seen her this month.
 She has drunk three cups of coffee today.
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(iii) To talk about unfinished actions or states or habits that started in the past and continue to the present. Usually, we use
it to say ‘how long’ and we need ‘since’ or ‘for’.
 I have known Karen since 1994.
 She has lived in London for three years.
(iv) A finished action with a result in the present (focus on result); we often use the present perfect to talk about something
that happened in the recent past.
 I have lost my keys (so I can’t get into my house).
 She has hurt her leg (so she can’t play tennis today).
(4) Present Perfect Continuous Tense
Subject + has/have been + V1+ing + Object + since/for + .....
Negative —Subject + has/have + not + been + V1+ing + Object + since/for + .......
Interrogative — Has/have + subject + been + V1+ing+ Object + since/for + ....... ?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I have been swimming for two hours. I have not been swimming for two hours. Have I been swimming for two hours?
Uses of Present Perfect Continuous Tense
(i) The Present Perfect Continuous is used for an action which began at some time in the past and is still continuing:
 He has been sleeping for five hours (and is still sleeping).
 They have been building the bridge for several months.
(ii) Actions which have recently stopped (though the whole action can be unfinished) and have a result, which we can
often see, hear, or feel, in the present. We don’t use a time word here.
 I’m so tired, I’ve been studying.
 I’ve been running, so I’m really hot.
 PAST TENSE
Past Tense has different forms as under:
(1) Past Indefinite
(2) Past Continuous
(3) Past Perfect
(4) Past Perfect Continuous
(1) Past Indefinite Simple Past Tense
Subject + V2 + Object
Negative — Subject + did not + V1 + Object.
Interrogative — Did + Subject + V1 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He wrote. He did not write. Did he write?
Uses of Past Indefinite Tense
(i) The Simple Past is used to indicate an action completed in the past. It often occurs with adverbs or adverb phrases of
past time. (yesterday, last week, at 2 o’clock, in 2003).
 I went to the cinema yesterday.
 We spent a lot of time in Japan in 2007.
(ii) We use it with finished actions, states or habits in the past when we know from general knowledge that the time period
has finished.
 Leonardo painted the Mona Lisa.
 The Vikings invaded Britain.
(iii) We use it with finished actions, states or habits in the past that we have introduced with the present perfect or another
tense. This is sometimes called ‘details of news’.
 I’ve hurt my leg. I fell off a ladder when I was painting my bedroom.
 I’ve been on holiday. I went to Spain and Portugal.
(iv) We use the past simple to talk about things that are not real in the present or future. So, we use it with the second
conditional and after words like ‘wish’.
 If I won the lottery, I would buy a house.
 I wish I had more time! (had to possession)
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(2) Past Continuous Tense

Subject + was/were + V +ing + Object
Negative — Subject + was/were + not + V+ ing + Object
Interrogative — Was/were + Subject + V+ ing + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He was playing. He was not playing. Was he playing?
Uses of Past Continuous Tense
(i) An action in the past which overlaps another action or a time. The action in the past continuous starts before and often
continues after the other shorter action or time.
 I was walking to the station when I met John. (I started walking before I met John, and maybe I continued
afterwards.)
 At three o’clock, I was working. (I started before three o’clock and finished after three o’clock.)
(ii) Temporary habits or habits that happen more often than we expect in the past. We often use ‘always’, ‘constantly’ or
‘forever’ here. This is the same as the way we use the present continuous for habits, but the habit started and finished
in the past. This thing doesn’t happen now.
 He was always leaving the tap running.
 She was constantly singing.
(iii) To emphasise that something lasted for a while. This use is often optional and we usually use it with time expressions
like ‘all day’ or ‘all evening’ or ‘for hours’.
 I was working in the garden all day.
 He was reading all evening.
(3) Past Perfect Tense
Subject + had + V-III + (before/after)+.... (Past Indefinite) +....
Negative — Subject + had + not + V3 + Object.
Interrogative — Had + Subject + V3 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
She had written a novel. Had she written a novel? She had not written a novel.
Uses of Past Perfect Tense
(i) The Past Perfect describes an action completed before a certain moment in the past; as,
 I met him in New Delhi in 1996. I had seen him last five years before.
 When we arrived, the film had started (first the film started, then we arrived).
(ii) If two actions happened in the past, it may be necessary to show which action happened earlier than the other. The Past
Perfect is mainly used in such situations. The Simple Past is used in one clause and the Past Perfect in the other:
 When I reached the station, the train had started (so I couldn’t get into the train).
 I had done my exercise when Han came to see me.
(iii) To talk about unreal or imaginary things in the past. In the same way that we use the past simple to talk about unreal or
imaginary things in the present, we use the past perfect (one step back in time) to talk about unreal things in the past.
This is common in the third conditional and after ‘wish’.
 If I had known you were ill, I would have visited you.
 She would have passed the exam if she had studied harder.
(4) Past Perfect Continuous Tense
Subject + had been + V1+ing +.......+since/for + ....
Negative Subject + had + not + been + V1+ing + Object?
Interrogative Had + Subject + been + V1+ing + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He had been waiting for her He had not been waiting for her since Had he been waiting for her since morning?
since morning. morning.
Uses of Past Perfect Continuous Tense
(i) For an action that began before a certain point in the past and continued up to that time;
 At ‘that time he had been writing a novel for two months.
 When Mr. Mukerji came to the school in 1995, Mr. Anand had already been teaching there for five years.
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 FUTURE TENSE
Past Tense has different forms as under:
(1) Future Indefinite
(2) Future Continuous
(3) Future Perfect
(4) Future Perfect Continuous
(1) Simple Future/ Future Indefinite Tense
Subject + will / shall /can /may etc. + V1
Negative — Subject + Will / shall + not + V1 + Object
Interrogative — Will / shall + Subject + V1 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He will write. He will not write. Will he write?
Uses of Future Indefinite Tense
(i) The Simple Future Tense is used to talk about things which we cannot control. It expresses the future as fact.
 I shall be twenty next Saturday.
 It will be Diwali in a week.
(ii) We use the simple future with ‘will’ in the first conditional, and in other sentences that have a conditional feeling.
 If it doesn’t rain, we’ll go to the park.
 Let’s arrive early. That will give us time to relax.
(iii) We can use this tense when we decide to do something at the lime of speaking It is raining.
 I will take an umbrella.
 “Mr. Sinha is very busy at the moment.” “All right. I’ll wait.”
 Shall: ‘Shall’ is used mainly in the forms ‘shall I?’ and ‘shall we?’ in British English. These forms are used when you
want to get someone’s opinion, especially for offers and suggestions.
 Shall I open the window? (Do you want me to open the window?)
 Where shall we go tonight? (What’s your opinion?)
 Be going to
(I) We often use ‘be going to’ to talk about our future intentions and plans. We have usually made our plans before the
moment of speaking.
 A: We have run out of milk. B: I know, I’m going to buy some.
(ii) We can also use ‘be going to’ to make a prediction about the future. Often, it’s possible to use both ‘be going to’ and
‘will’ but it’s more common to use ‘be going to’, if we can see evidence in the present.
 Look at those boys playing football! They’re going to break the window.
 The sky is getting darker and darker. It’s going to rain.
 Be about to: Be about to + base form can also be used for the immediate future.
 Let’s get into the train. It’s about to leave.
 Don’t go out now. We are about to have lunch.
 Be to
We use be to + base form to talk about official plans and arrangements.
 The Prime Minister is to visit America next month.
 The conference is to discuss “Nuclear Tests”.
(2) Future Continuous Tense
Subject + will/shall be + V1+ing + Object
Negative — Subject + will/shall + not + be + V1+ing + Object.
Interrogative — Will/Shall + Subject + be + V1+ing + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
I shall be going to market. I shall not be going to market. Shall I be going to market?
Uses of Future Continuous Tense
(i) We use the Future Continuous Tense to talk about actions which will be in progress at a time in the future.
 I suppose it will be raining when we start.
 This time tomorrow I will be sitting on the beach in Singapore.
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(ii) To talk about actions in the future which are already planned or which are expected to happen in the normal course
of things.
 I will be staying here till Sunday.
 He will be meeting us next week.
(3) Future Perfect Tense
Subject + will / shall + have + V3 + Object.
Negative — Subject + shall/will + not + have + V3 + Object.
Interrogative — Shall/Will + Subject + have + V3 + Object?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He will have completed his He will not have completed his work by Will he have completed his
work by tomorrow. tomorrow. work by tomorrow?
(i) The Future Perfect Tense is used to talk about actions that will be completed by a certain future time.
 I shall have written my exercise by then.
 He will have left before you go to see him.
(4) Future Perfect Continuous Tense
Subject + will / shall + have been + V1+ing + Object + Since/For + .....
Negative- Subject + will / shall+ not + have been + V1+ing + Object + Since/For + .....
Interrogative- Will / shall+ subject + have been + V1+ing + Object + Since/For + ..... ?
Affirmative Negative Interrogative
He will have been waiting for He will not have been waiting for an hour by Will he have been waiting for an
an hour by six o clock. six o clock. hour by six o clock?
Uses of Future Perfect Continuous Tense
(i) The Future Perfect Continuous tense is used for actions which will be in progress over a period of time that will end
in the future.
 By next March we shall have been living here for four years.
 I’ll have been teaching for twenty years next July.
EXAMPLE:
1. Identify the error and choose the correct sentence:
I took a bath in the morning.
(1) I have bath every morning. (2) I had a bath in the morning.
(3) I take shower in the morning . (4) I am having bath every morning.
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
2. Fill in the blank by choosing the correct option to complete the live feed on a school news channel.
Congratulations Change Makers!
The regional competition awards have been announced and our school music club ___________ the first prize.
(1) had been won (2) will win
(3) was winning (4) has won
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
C. MODALS
 Modals are auxiliary verbs that show possibility, intent, ability, or necessity. They’re used together with the Scan to know
main verb of the sentence. more about
this topic
Modals are different from primary auxiliaries (forms of the verbs be, have and do) because they
1. Cannot stand on their own and are always used along with main verbs.
2. Do not change according to subject and number.
3. Do not change with the change in tense. Modals
4. Do not have non-finite forms.
 Some commonly used Modals are: Can, may, might, could, should, would, will, must
 Use of Modals
(A) MAY
 informal request: May I borrow your pen?
 Possibility: The sky is cloudy, it may rain today.
 Permission: May I go now?
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(B) MIGHT
 Remote possibility : The sky is not cloudy but, a change in weather is always possible; it might rain today.
 Possibility in the past: He might have been wounded. [that was a possibility in the past. (but he was not wounded)]
(C) CAN
 Physical capacity/ capability : Can you lift this suitcase?
 Express permission: You can go now.
 Suggest possibility in negative / interrogative sentences – Can this be true? It can be so.
(D) COULD
 Past ability: When I was young, I could climb any tree.
 Unreal conditions: If I had wings, I could fly to the Himalayas.
 Polite form of seeking permission / request: Could you pass me the plate?
(E) SHALL
 Used with the first person: I shall go to market tomorrow.
 Used with the second person for demand, threat, promise – You shall never come near my child.
(F) WILL
 Used with all persons.
 Formal request: Will you bring me a glass of water?
 Used with instructions, command: All the cadets will attend the parade.
(G) SHOULD - Duty, Responsibility, Advice, Probability, Expectation, Presumption, Moral obligation, Mild command
 One should obey one’s elders. (Duty)
 You should obey your parents. (Moral obligation)
 The rich should help the poor. (Expectation)
 You should work hard. (Advice)
 You should find her in the playground. (Probability)
(H) WOULD
 Polite request: Would you accompany me to the railway station?
 Used for likelihood, presumption and probability:
(a) He would be in the field. (Likelihood)
(b) She would be in the club at this time. (Probability)
(c) She would be about 80 now. (Presumption)
 Express strong desire /willingness: I wish they would agree to this proposal.
 Used in unreal conditional sentences: If I were the king, I would make you any chief adviser.
 Used with ‘rather’: I would rather study than see a movie.
 In conditional sentences with past perfect tense: If he had come to me, I would have given him a job.
(I) MUST
 Command, compulsion, order: Soldiers must obey orders without any question.
 Moral duty/obligation: We must respect our elders.
 Necessity, urgency, circumstantial compulsion: I must leave now otherwise I may miss the train.
 Strong probability/likelihood: She must be eighty now.
MUST NOT
(a) Students must not resort to copying. Prohibition
(b) You must not miss the classes. Emphatic advice
(J) OUGHT TO
 Advice: You ought to consult a physician.
 Moral duty: We ought to respect our parents.
 Moral Obligation: We ought to help our friends.
(K) NEED
 Used in negative form (needn’t) or in affirmative statements with a negative sense (i.e., no one need worry).
 You needn’t take your umbrella.
 You needn’t wait for a green light.
NEED TO
 Used to express necessity.
 We really need to meet the Principal.
 I need to have my hair cut.
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(L) Used to
 Used for a discontinued habit or a past situation which is not true in the present.
He used to cycle daily.
 Used for something that existed in the past.
I used to live in London.
EXAMPLE:
1. Complete the sentence using the correct modal.
We haven’t got much time. We __________ hurry. [CUET 2023]
(A) may (B) must
(C) can (D) could
(E) should
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) A and C only (2) B only
(3) C and E only (4) D and E only
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
2. Choose the correct modal to complete the sentence:  [CUET 2023]
I haven’t decided yet where to spend my holidays. I _________ go to Ireland.
(A) should (B) might
(C) can (D) will
(E) shall
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) A only (2) B only
(3) C and D only (4) A and E only
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
D. PREPOSITIONS
 A Preposition is a word placed before a noun or a pronoun to show in what relation the person or thing
Scan to know
denoted by it stands in regard to something else. [The word Preposition means ‘that which is placed before’.] more about
this topic
 SOME IMPORTANT PREPOSITIONS
(a) At/In/On: These are prepositions in reference of ‘Time’.
‘At’ is used for a Precise Time.
‘In’ is used for Months, Years, Centuries and Long Periods. Prepositions
‘On’ is used for Days and Dates.
EXAMPLES
 I have a meeting at 10 a.m.
 Her birthday is on 26th April.
 Richa went home at lunch time.
 Do you think we will go to Saturn in the future?
 There should be a lot of progress in the next century.
 Where will you be on Independence Day?
(b) At/In/To/Into:
At: At is used for stagnant position.
In: In is used to denote motion.
 She is at home.
 The train is in motion.
At: At is used for smaller places.
In: In is used for bigger places – like country, state,city, country.
 He lives at Alwar in Rajasthan.
 A temple is situated at Madurai in Tamil Nadu.
At: Point of time
In: Period of time
 The train will arrive at 6 a.m. in the morning.
 He will meet you in the morning.
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In/Into:
In: When someone or something is in rest.
Into: When someone or something is in motion.
 There are no medicines in the box.
 Diana is putting her mobile phone into the hand-purse.
To/Into:
To: to indicate a destination or direction.
Into: talks about the movement of something,usually with a verb that expresses movement.
 He went to market.
 He jumped into the well.
(c) On/Onto
On: used to indicate location or position on a surface.
 Onto: indicates the movement of something from a particular position or location to another.
 He will come on Monday.
 He lifted her onto the table.
 With/By
With: used to denote instrument.
By: used to denote the agent.
 The snake was killed by him with a stick.
 The letter was written by Suresh with a pencil.
(e) Since/For/From
Since: expresses duration of an unfinished action,up to a point in the present/a point from then to now.
From: When the word ‘from’ is used, it’s used to refer to a place or time at which an event/action/journey starts/initiates.
The word ‘from’ is always used as a preposition.
For: a period from start to end.
 He will go to college from next Monday.
 It has been raining for two hours.
 It has been raining since 2 o’clock.
(f) Below/Under: Both below and under can mean ‘lower than’.
Below: preferred when one thing is not directly under another.
Under: when something is covered by what is over it. It is associated with physical contact.
 He placed the lamp below the Almirah.
 He put the books under the pillow.
(g) In/Within
In: used for inclusion, for a definite location and to substitute for “into.”
Within: doesn’t clarify a definite time frame or location but provides boundaries.
 I will complete the work in a month.
 I can repair the car within two hours.
(h) Ago/Before:
Ago: used to refer to a time that’s in the past in reference to the present time.
Before: used to refer to a time preceding the time of any specific event or action.
 He came three days ago.
 The train had left before he reached the station.
(i) Beside/Besides:
Beside: means next to
Besides: means “in addition”
 He was sitting beside Sarla.
 He has a car besides a motor cycle.
(j) Between/Among:
Between: when something is in the middle of two things or two groups of things.
Among: when something is in or with a group of a few, several, or many things.
 He distributed his property between his two sons.
 He distributed his property among the poor.
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(k) Of/Off:
Of: used to show a relationship or connection between someone or something to another.
Off: means away from someone or something, i.e., it expresses the act of detachment from a person, place or object.
 He is a member of our family.
 He is off duty now.
(l) Above/Over: used for talking about position and height
Above: refers to being at a higher position than someone else.
Over: used to refer to something that is found/placed at a higher level than the other, with no point of contact between the
two.
 There is a bridge over the railway line.
 There is a crack above our front door.
(m) Made of/Made from:
Made of: ‘composed of’ or ‘manufactured by using.’
Made from: used to describe the origins of a material.
 A notebook is made of paper.
 Paper is made from grass.
(n) In/With:
In the case of countable nouns, the instrument takes ‘with’.
In case of uncountable noun, the instrument takes ‘in’.
 He is writing in ink.
 He writes with a pen.
 CERTAIN RULES TO FOLLOW
1. With certain transitive verbs like: Reach, resist, resemble, afford, accompany, attack, assist, pick, pervade, precede, obey,
order, combat, benefit, inform, violate, etc. Prepositions are not used.
 India attacked on Pakistan. Incorrect
India attacked Pakistan Correct
 They were accompanied by Richie. Incorrect
They accompanied Richie. Correct
2. After the verbs “Say/suggest/propose/speak/explain/ reply/complain/talk/listen/write” ‘to’ should be used if any object is
present.
3. We use by + noun when we talk about means of transport. We do not use ‘the’ or ‘a/an’ before the noun. We travelled by
train, (not: by the/a train) We say by bicycle, by car/taxi/bus/train, by boat/ship/ plane, by air/sea.
We use ‘on’ to mean a specific bicycle, bus, train, ship or plane, and ‘in’ to mean a specific car, taxi, van, lorry or ambulance.
We say on foot (not by foot). He goes to the office on foot. (= He walks to the office.).
A. Prepositions with Nouns: There are lots of different nouns that carry specific prepositions to consolidate their
meaning. These are called dependent prepositions. Again, there isn’t a set rule that says a particular type of noun will
take a dependent preposition, although they normally follow the noun.
 He displayed cruelty towards his dog.
 She had knowledge of physics.
 The trouble with Jack.
 21 is the age at which you are allowed to drink.
 Bolt made another attempt at the world record.
 The police held an inquiry into the murder.
B. Prepositional verbs: the phrasal combinations of verbs and prepositions – are important parts of speech. The
prepositions again act as links between the verb and noun or gerund, giving extra meaning to the sentence. The
prepositions most commonly used with verbs are: to, for, about, of, in, at and from.
Verb + to:
 He admitted to the charge.
 I go to Vancouver on vacation twice a year.
 William can relate to the character in the play.
Verb + for:
 He must apologise for his actions.
 We searched for ages before we found the perfect apartment.
 I provide for my family by working two jobs.
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Verb + with:
 I don’t agree with your claim.
 The lawyer said he will meet with your representatives.
 They began with a quick warm-up.
Verb + of:
 I dream of a better life.
 Have you heard of Shakespeare?
 The bread consists of dough, raisins and a little honey.
Verb + in:
 Does Rick believe in miracles?
 Fallon lives in New York. • The bus accident resulted in my being late to work.
Verb + at
 We arrived at our destination.
 Ilene excels at singing.
 Will the baby smile at her mother?
Verb + on:
 We should really concentrate on our studies now.
 Helen insisted on Brenda’s company.
 Morris experimented on some canvas.
Verb + from:
 Since turning 80, she suffers from lapses in concentration.
 Dad retired from the navy in the 1970s.
 Billy Bob, please refrain from doing that.
C.Prepositions with Adjectives Prepositions can form phrases with adjectives to give further context to the action,
emotion or thing the adjective is describing. Like verbs and nouns,adjectives can be followed by: to, about, in, for,
with, at and by.
 I am happily married to David.
 Ellie is crazy about this movie.
 Michelle is interested in politics.
 We are sorry for your loss.
 Jane will be delighted with her results.
 Is he still angry at the world?
 The entire room was astonished by the election results.
 SOME COMMON ERRORS
1. He goes to college in train. Incorrect
He goes to college by train. Correct
2. My father is under seventy. Incorrect
My father is below seventy. Correct
3. There is a beautiful garden before my school. Incorrect
There is a beautiful garden in front of my school. Correct
4. We should prevent damage and theft of public property. Incorrect
We should prevent damage to and theft of public property. Correct
5. The design of this house is different and inferior to that of other house. Incorrect
The design of this house is different from and inferior to that of other house. Correct
EXAMPLE:
In the following sentences, choose the appropriate preposition for the blank.
1. Take your gloves_______ before shaking someone’s hand. [CUET 2023]
(1) On (2) In
(3) Off (4) With
Ans Option (3) is correct.
Explanation: The preposition “off” is used to indicate the action of removing the gloves before shaking someone’s hand.
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2. Choose the sentence that has the correct preposition in it: [CUET 2023]
(1) They will return with fifteen minutes. (2) The students came onto the classroom.
(3) Susheel works on the office every weekend. (4) Radha will not be able to reach within half an hour.
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: Sentence 4 makes the correct use of within to indicate a particular time frame.
E. ACTIVE AND PASSIVE VOICE
 The voice of a verb expresses whether the subject in the sentence has performed or received the action. For Scan to know
more about
example, this topic
 The watchman opens the door.
 The door is opened by the watchman.
1. ACTIVE VOICE: When an action performed by the subject is expressed by the verb, it is active voice.
Active voice is used when more straightforward relation and clarity is required between the subject and Active and
the verb. Passive Voice
For example:
 Hens lay eggs.
 Birds build nests.
This form of the verb shows that the person denoted by the subject does something.
2. PASSIVE VOICE: When the action expressed by the verb is received by the subject, it is passive voice. Passive voice is
used when the doer of the action is not known and the focus of the sentence is on the action and not the subject.
For example:
 Eggs are laid by hens.
 Nests are built by birds.
 This form of the verb shows that something is done to the person denoted by the Subject.
 CERTAIN RULES TO FOLLOW
1. Identify the (S+V+O) Subject, Verb and object in the active sentence to convert to passive voice.
Example:
He drives car. (Subject – He, verb – Drives, object – Car)
2. Interchange the object and subject with each other, i.e., object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive
sentence.
Example:
Active voice: She knits sweater. (Subject – She, Verb – Knits, Object – Sweater)
Passive Voice: The sweater is knitted by her. (Object sweater is interchanged with the subject She).
3. In passive voice sometimes the subject is not used, i.e., the subject in passive voice can be omitted if the sentence without
it makes complete sense.
Example: Milk is sold in litres.
4. Change the base verb in the active sentence into the past participle, i.e., third form verb in a passive sentence, i.e., preceded
by (By, With, to, etc.). Base verbs are never used in passive voice sentences.
Example: Active voice: She prepares dinner.
Passive voice: The dinner is prepared by her.
Active voice: She knows him.
Passive voice: He is known to her.
Active voice: Juice fills the jar.
Passive voice: The jar is filled with juice.
5. While conversion of Active voice sentence to Passive voice sentence, the pronoun used in the sentence also changes in the
following manner.
Active Voice Pronoun Passive Voice Pronoun
I Me
We Us
He Him
She Her
They Them
You You
It It
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6. Use the suitable helping or auxiliary verb (is/am/are/was, etc.). The rules for using auxiliary verbs in passive voice sentences
are different for each tense.
 The letter is written by her.
 A book was not bought by her.
 Chocolates are being eaten by them.
7. Some tenses are not changed into passive voice, such as Present Perfect Continuous Tense, Past Perfect Continuous Tense,
Future Continuous Tense, Future Perfect Continuous Tense and sentences containing intransitive verbs.
8. Sometimes sentences in the active voice are shorter than those in the passive voice.
 Forms of Active and Passive Voice for All Tenses
TENSE ACTIVE VOICE Passive VOICE
Simple Present Tenses Verb Form: Present form of the Verb Verb Form: Auxiliary Verb (is/are/am)+ Past
Participle of the Verb

Example: They speak English here. Example: English is spoken here.

He speaks English. English is spoken by him.
Present Continuous Tenses Verb Form: is/am/are + ing form of the verb Vern form: is/am/are + being + past participle
of the verb
Example: She is writing a letter.
You are making a cake. Example: A letter is being written by her.
A cake is being made by you.
Present Perfect Tense Verb Form: has/have + Past Participle of the Verb Form: has/have + been + past participle
Verb of the verb

Example: I have written a novel. E.g., A novel has been written by me.
She has finished the job. The job has been finished by her.
Verb Form: Past Tense form of the verb Verb Form: was/were + past participle of the
verb

Example: I wrote a letter. Example: A letter was written by me.

Ram broke the glass. A glass was broken by Ram.
Verb Form: was/were + ing form of the verb Verb Form: was/were + being + past participle
of the Verb
Example: I was learning my lessons.
She was writing a report. E.g., My lessons were being learnt by me.
A report was being written by her.
Verb Form: had + Past Participle of the verb Verb Form: had + been + Past Participle of the
Verb
Example: I had finished the project.
She had learned her lesson. Example: The project had been finished by
me.
Her lesson had been learned by her.
Verb Form: will/shall + first form of the Verb From: will/shall + be + Past Participle of
verb the Verb.

Example: I will finish the job. Example: The job will finished by me.
She will solve the problem. The problem will be solved by her.
Verb From: will/shall + have + past Verb From: will/shall + have + been + Past
participle of the verb participle of the verb

Example:I will have finished the job. Example: The job will have been finished
She will have solved the problem. by me.
The problem will have been solved by her.
EXAMPLE:
I. Change the following sentence into Active voice. (CUET 2023)
He was appointed Chairman.
(1) They appointed him chairman (2) He appointed chairman
(3) You appointed chairman (4) Chairman appointed him
Ans. Option (1) is correct.
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2. Choose the sentences which are in Active Voice from the options given below. [CUET 2023]
(A) The letter was posted only yesterday. (B) The cheque was handed to her.
(C) The station master hoisted the flag. (D) The passengers were stationed in an inn.
(E) They opened this outlet only last year.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) (A) Only (2) (A) and (B) Only
(3) (C) and (E) Only (4) (E) Only
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
F. ERROR DETECTION
 Spotting error or Error detection comprises various types of questions which are mainly based on Grammar, vocabulary and the
best way to present a sentence. An error in their usage makes an expression meaningless or ambiguous in a context. SEVERAL
STRATEGIES are required to analyse sentence errors, some of these strategies are given below:
1. Concepts of Subject-Verb Agreement:
 Agreement between subject and verb in terms of number and person in a sentence, is known as Subject-Verb
Agreement.
 Singular subject takes a singular verb while plural subject takes a plural verb.
Example:
 The recent change (singular subject) in the education policy is (singular verb) considered as a boon for Indian
education system.
 In most of the states, forty percent of people (plural subject) below thirty years are (plural verb) undernourished.
Some Rules of Subject-Verb Agreement
(i) Certain nouns that appear singular in form, represent plurality in meaning and therefore, take a plural verb in a
sentence.
Example:
 Cattle, police, people, peasantry, tenantry, artillery, clergy, gentry, etc.
 Gentry of the town were invited in the oath ceremony.
 Cattle left unattended on the busy roads were causing danger to the commuters.
(ii) Certain nouns are always used in their plural form; therefore, they take the plural verb. Instruments which have two
parts but are formed as one, such as; Scissors, tongues, binoculars, spectacles, etc. and certain articles of dressing such
as; Stockings, jeans, trousers, shorts, etc. should always be followed by plural verbs.
 The scissors lying on the floor are dangerous.
 My green trousers are hanging on the line.
(ii) When a noun denoting weight, number, money, length, or measure follows a definite number, the noun form does not
change as long as any indefinite number is placed before it.
Example: Hundred, thousand, million, billion, pair, meter, dozen, score, etc.
 To my utter surprise, my elder brother, having muscular physique, consumes two dozen eggs every day.
 Many dozens of eggs have turned out rotten.
(iv) Fractional expressions such as half of, a part of, a percentage of, a majority of, one-third of, two-third(s) of are
sometimes singular and sometimes plural, depending on the context.
 Half of the books placed in the exhibition were sold quickly.
 Half of the book has been finished at a stretch.
2. ADJECTIVES
Rules of Adjectives
(i) The order of adjective qualifying a noun is as follows: Quantity/Number – Opinion – Size – Shape – Age – Color–
Nationality/Origin – Material –Purpose–Noun
Example:
 My uncle gifted me a beautiful small oval antique brown Italian leather hand bag.
(ii) Verb takes adverbs after it; while a noun takes an adjective before it. However, there are some verbs which take
adjectives rather than adverbs after them. These verbs are as follows:
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Examples:
 Seem, appear, look (seem), smell, hear, think, taste, turn, prove, sound, etc.
 The strawberry shortcake tastes delicious.
(iii) Adjectives used in between the following co-relative conjunctions must be in positive degree.
1. as + positive degree +as
2. so + positive degree + as
3. too + positive degree + to
4. so + positive degree + that
(iv) Adjectives using comparatively, relatively, less, twice, half, etc. must be in positive degree.
Examples:
 The Atlantic Ocean contains a relatively small number of islands.
3. ADVERBS
Rules of Adverb:
(i) Most of the adverbs of time, adverbs of manner, adverbs of place/direction are usually used after the verbs they
modify.
(ii) Adverbs of frequency (always, never, often, rarely, usually, generally) and certain other adverbs like almost,already,
hardly, nearly, just, and quite are normally put between the subject and the verb if the verb consists of only one word;
if there is more than one word in the verb, they are put after the first word.
(iii) When there are two or more adverbs after a verb (and its object), the normal order is: adverb of manner,adverb of
place, adverb of time.
Examples:
 He should go there tomorrow evening.
(iv) Infinitives (adverbs/adjectives), appositives, prepositional phrases (adjectives/adverbs), dependent clause, etc. are
usually placed after the nouns they modify.
Example:
 Dr. Rodrick, our teacher, gives us tasks to do in the class.
(Appositive) (Infinitive) (Adverb of place)
4. PRONOUNS
Rules of Pronouns
(i) Distributives followed by the preposition ‘of’ takes plural noun/pronoun but singular verb.
{Each, Everyone, Either, Neither, None, One} + of + Noun/Pronoun (plural) + Verb (singular)
Examples:
 Either of the two buses goes to the same destination.
 Subject-Pronoun Agreement – Agreement between a subject and its pronoun form in terms of number, person and
gender is known as Subject-Pronoun Agreement.
Example:
 All the staffs the of company were instructed to link their PAN to their Aadhar.
(ii) We should use personal pronouns in the order of 231 for good results (Second Person, Third Person, First Person).
Example:
 You, he and I will win this competition if we team up.
 The order 123 (First Person, Second Person and Third Person) is also possible when guilt is confessed.
Example:
 I, you, and he were unable to attend the party organized by Raghav.
(iii) When who(m) or which have a preposition, the preposition can come at the beginning of the clause: or at the end of
the clause:
Examples:
 I had an uncle in Germany, from whom I took over a bit of money.
 We bought a chainsaw, with which we felled all the wood.
 But when ‘that’ has a preposition, the preposition always comes at the end:
Example:
 I didn’t know the uncle that I inherited the money from.
5. NON-FINITE VERBS
Non-finite verb is the verb which is not controlled by its subject in terms of number and person. It is categorised as
Infinitive (to+V1), Gerund (V1 + −ing) and Participle (progressive (V1 + −ing) and Perfect (Having+V3).
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Examples:
 They refused to leave. (infinitive)
 She avoids eating too much. (gerund)
 She is busy playing chess. (participle)
Rules of Non-finite Verbs:
(i) Bare infinitive is used after the given phrases: had better, had sooner, had rather, would rather, would sooner,sooner
than, rather
Examples:
 It’s getting dark, we had better to take a taxi. (Incorrect)
 It’s getting dark, we had better take a taxi. (Correct)
(ii) Simple infinitive is used after the following verbs preceded by wh- words (what /how/when/where/ which/why).
 These verbs are ask, decide, discover, explain, forget, remember, know, learn, understand, wonder, want to know.
Examples:
 We could not decide where spend the night. (Incorrect)
 We could not decide where to spend the night. (Correct)
(iii) Gerund (V1 + ing) must be used after verbs such as (avoid, enjoy, mind, hate, worth, any use, prefer, some use, much
use, no good, and any good).
Examples:
 It is no use to cry over the spilt milk. (Incorrect)
 It is no use crying over the spilt milk. (Correct)
(iv) Present participle is used to replace relative pronoun + verb when the relative pronoun is in active voice.
Example:
 Children who need medical treatment have been sent to hospital = Children needing medical treatment have been
sent to hospital.
6. CONJUNCTIONS/CONNECTORS
Connectors are the words which are used to link large groups of words, phrases and sentences. Connector express: Cause
and effect (because, since, for, so, etc.), addition (and, also, besides, moreover, etc.), contrast(though, although, yet,
however, etc.), purpose (so that, that), condition (unless, if, provided, etc.)
Examples:
 My uncle speaks three languages besides German.
Rules of conjunctions:
(i) When two objects are joined by as well/besides/along with/together with/in addition to/except/ including with,the verb
agrees with the first subject in number.
Examples:
 Redford in addition to his movie works is known as a champion of environmental causes.
(ii) The connector ‘that’ is used with the adjective phrases such as ‘the same/the only/superlative adjectives/ all.
(iii) Connectors such as ‘till, unless, lest or until’ should never be accompanied by ‘not’ in the clause introduced by them.
Examples:
 We won’t get a table at the restaurant unless we don’t get there early. (Incorrect)
 We won’t get a table at the restaurant unless we get there early. (Correct)
EXAMPLE
1. Choose the part of the following sentence that contains an error:
Ranjeeta does not usually prefer staying at cottages, but last winter she spent few days in one.
(1) Ranjeeta does not usually (2) prefer staying at cottages
(3) But last winters (4) She spent few days into one
Ans. Option (4) is correct.
2. Choose the part of the following sentence that contains an error:
The most important feature of our products are that they are all created by hand.
(1) The most important feature (2) of our products are that
(3) they are all (4) created by hand
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
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PRACTICE QUESTIONS
1. As the Ratha Yatra festival approaches, the number of 12. Choose the suitable question tag from the options given
pilgrims in Puri _________________. [CUET 2023] below:
(1) increases Your sister cooks well, _________? [CUET 2023]
(2) is increasing (1) do your (2) not cooks
(3) will be increased (3) doesn’t she (4) doesn’t well
(4) would have been increased
13. Fill in the blank with the most suitable article from the
2. Choose the sentence with the appropriate Article:
options given below:
 [CUET 2023]
A woman is more sensitive than ________man.
(1) A lion is a dangerous animal.
(2) Lion is dangerous animal.  [CUET 2023]
(3) The lion is dangerous animal. (1) a (2) an (3) the (4) some
(4) Lion is the dangerous animal. 14. Choose the part of the following sentence that contains
3. Fill in the blank with an appropriate Preposition. an error: [CUET 2023]
Alexander profited____________ the dissensions of the If a company sends its employees abroad to work for a
Rajas of Punjab. [CUET 2023] foreign client, they pays them a daily allowance.
(1) for (2) with (3) by (4) of (1) If a company
4. Use the suitable Modal in the following sentence. (2) Sends its employees abroad
Prices________ come down soon, considering the (3) To work for a foreign client, they
current inflation trends. [CUET 2023]
(4) Pays them a daily allowance
(1) can (2) ought to (3) need (4) may
15. Select the option that best expresses the given sentence in
5. Fill in the blank with a suitable a Preposition.
the Passive Voice: [CUET 2023]
I saw the teacher__________ the school. [CUET 2023]
A. on B. onto C. in D. into ‘What are you painting?”
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 1. What is being painted by you?
(1) A only (2) C only (3) B only (4) D only 2. What were you painting?
6. Fill in the blank with the suitable Modal. [CUET 2023] 3. What had been painted by you?
We______ to honour our parents. 4. What was being painted by you?
A. should B. shall C. ought D. will 16. Choose the part of the following sentence that contains
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: an error: [CUET 2023]
1. A only 2. C only 3. D only 4. B only It is the quarter to ten by my watch.
7. Choose the appropriate passive voice conversion for the (1) It is the (2) quarter to ten
given sentence: [CUET 2023]
(3) by my watch (4) No error
We will execute all orders promptly.
17. Choose the part of a sentence which has an error.
(1) All orders would executed promptly.
 [CUET 2023]
(2) Promptly orders will be execute by us.
A. Eco-tourism was be achieved
(3) We will be execute all orders promptly.
(4) All orders will be executed promptly. B. only if steps are
8. From the given options, fill in the blank with the most C. taken in the right direction
suitable preposition:  [CUET 2023] (1) A (2) B
The queen was concerned ___________the safety of the (3) C (4) No error
princess. 18. Fill in the blanks with the appropriate propositions from
(1) at (2) about (3) with (4) of the given options: [CUET 2023]
9. Fill in the blank with a suitable preposition from the He often goes_________ school________his mother.
following options: [CUET 2023]
(1) to, with (2) in, with (3) for, by (4) at, by
Mathura is famous_______its temples.
19. Fill in the blank with the correct preposition: 
(1) with (2) by (3) for (4) among
 [CUET 2023]
10. Choose the most appropriate Modal from the given
options and fill in the blank: [CUET 2023] The residents of this society will have to______________
This answer can’t be right; It________ be wrong. the rules laid down by the management committee.
(1) May (2) Can (3) Ought to (4) Must (1) abide with (2) abide by
11. Choose the most appropriate option to change the (3) abide on (4) abide to
following sentence into the Passive Voice:[CUET 2023] 20. Complete the following sentence by using a question tag
He handed her a cheque. from the given options:
(1) She was handed a cheque by him. Students are learning swimming _______________
(2) She is handed by him a cheque.  [CUET 2023]
(3) A cheque was handed over to her. (1) aren’t he? (2) aren’t they?
(4) A cheque been handed to her. (3) aren’t we? (4) can’t we?
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21. Choose the option to fill in the suitable determiner: (1) You will change your life.
 [CUET 2023] (2) Book would change you and life.
I don’t have _______ selfish friend. (3) Your life will be changed by this book.
(1) Much (2) never (3) any (4) each (4) Life is going to be changed via the book.
22. Select the option that best expresses the given sentence in 30. Ramesh decided to set ______ some time everyday for
Passive Voice: [CUET 2023] gardening. [CUET 2021]
“The sales girl offered a heavy discount.” (1) up (2) of (3) on (4) aside
(1) Heavy discount offered the sales girl. 31. She took that person ____ a thief. [CUET 2021]
(2) A heavy discount was offered by the sales girl. (1) to (2) as (3) for (4) after
(3) Offered heavy discount the sales girl. 32. Get me a cup of coffee, _________  [CUET 2021]
(4) Heavy discount the sales girls offered. (1) shall you? (2) will you?
23. Choose the appropriate preposition to fill in the blank. (3) won’t you? (4) wouldn’t you?
 [CUET 2023] 33. Choose the most suitable question tag for the following
It has been raining _______________ yesterday. sentence-
(1) for (2) to (3) into (4) since I am not expected to serve them; ______? [CUET 2021]
24. Spot the sentence without any error by choosing the (1) am I? (2) can I?
correct option: [CUET 2023] (3) shouldn’t I? (4) doesn’t I?
A. Rashmika is an university students. 34. Choose the most suitable option to convert the following
B. Rashmika is university student. sentence into Active Voice:
C. Rashmika is a university student. You should be prepared for war. [CUET 2021]
D. Rashmika is an university student. (1) You shall prepare for war.
E. Rashmika are the university student. (2) You will prepare for war.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: (3) You should prepare for war.
(1) A only (2) B only (3) C only (4) E only (4) Prepare for war.
25. Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition: 35. Monika is not ____ for this kind of a job. [CUET 2021]
 [CUET 2023] (1) cutup (2) cutin
Trespassers are liable to a fine of Rs 500. Raju is (3) cutout (4) cut through
liable_____ his wife’s debts: 36. Choose the correct words to complete the sentence:
(1) to (2) for (3) by (4) with  [CUET 2021]
26. Identify the incorrect example of Past Perfect Tense from It was ........... cold ............. we couldn’t go out.
the given options:  [CUET 2023] (1) so, that (2) too, to
(1) I had gone to the gymnasium by the time you arrived. (3) neither, nor (4) either, or
(2) I had retired to bed when the guests arrived. 37. If you suffer from fever; the best remedy lies _________
(3) I had many opportunities to swim in the past. complete rest. [CUET 2021]
(4) I had just stepped into my office when the phone rang. (1) with (2) in (3) on (4) upon
27. Choose the appropriate option to complete the following 38. The book has passed _____ fifteen editions. 
statement:  [CUET 2021]
‘After the meeting concluded, I_______ give my side of (1) by (2) on (3) from (4) through
the story.’ [CUET 2023] 39. Choose the correct word to complete the sentence: 
(1) left to (2) allowed to My uncle ___________ tomorrow. [CUET 2021]
(3) was allowed for (4) was allowed to (1) will arrived (2) is arriving
28. Choose appropriate option to complete the following (3) arrive (4) has arrived
sentence: 
40. Choose the most appropriate article from the given
Vikram wrote _________ letter to his university options to fill in the blank:
yesterday but he forgot to post it. [CUET 2023]
Shyam’s hostel mate has become ____________IAS
(1) many (2) an (3) a (4) the officer.
29. Choose the correct Passive form of the sentence: (1) A (2) The
 [CUET 2023]
(3) An (4) Zero article
“This book will change your life”.

ANSWER KEY
1. (2) 2. (1) 3. (3) 4. (1) 5. (2) 6. (2) 7. (4) 8. (2) 9. (3) 10. (4)
11. (1) 12. (3) 13. (1) 14. (4) 15. (1) 16. (1) 17. (1) 18. (1) 19. (2) 20. (2)
21. (3) 22. (2) 23. (4) 24. (3) 25. (2) 26. (3) 27 (4) 28. (3) 29. (3) 30. (4)
31. (3) 32. (4) 33. (1) 34. (3) 35. (3) 36. (1) 37. (2) 38. (4) 39. (2) 40. (3)
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1. Option (2) is correct. 14. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: The present continuous tense is used to refer Explanation: The error is in part (4) because it uses
to an action that started in the present and will continue in “pays” instead of the correct verb “pay” to agree with the
the near future as well. As per the sentence, the number plural subject “they.”
of pilgrims are increasing in the present and will continue 15. Option (1) is correct.
to do so in the near future also. Also, since the pilgrims Explanation: The option correctly transforms “What are
are being taken as a single entity, subject is ‘the number’, you painting?” into passive voice, retaining the question
the verb to be used here will be in its singular form. So, structure and indicating that the subject (“you”) is
as per these conditions, ‘is increasing’ will be the correct performing the action.
option to fill in the blank.
16. Option (1) is correct.
2. Option (1) is correct.
Explanation: The error is in part (1) because “the” before
Explanation: Sentence 1 uses the indefinite article “a” “quarter” is unnecessary when specifying the time.
before “lion” to refer to any lion, making it appropriate. 17. Option (1) is correct.
3. Option (3) is correct. Explanation: The error is in part A, as it contains the
Explanation: The preposition “by” is used to show how phrase “was be achieved,” which is grammatically
Alexander gained an advantage from the dissensions incorrect. It should be “can be achieved.”
among the Rajas of Punjab. 18. Option (1) is correct.
4. Option (1) is correct. Explanation: “To” is used to indicate the destination
Explanation: The modal “can” indicates the possibility (“school”) and “with” is used to show the accompaniment
or likelihood of prices decreasing in light of current (“his mother”) correctly in the sentence.
inflation trends. 19. Option (2) is correct.
5. Option (2) is correct. Explanation: The correct preposition is “abide by”
6. Option (2) is correct. because it means to follow or adhere to rules, while the
Explanation: “Ought to” expresses a moral or other options are not idiomatic in this context.
recommended obligation. Using “ought to” in the 20. Option (2) is correct.
sentence emphasises the moral duty of honoring one’s Explanation: The question tag “aren’t they” is used
parents. to seek confirmation or agreement. In this sentence, it
7. Option (4) is correct. appropriately reflects the subject “students” and turns the
Explanation: Option 4 maintains the passive voice, statement into a question.
converting the active sentence “We will execute all 21. Option (3) is correct.
orders promptly” into its passive form. Explanation: The determiner “any” is used to indicate an
8. Option (2) is correct. indefinite quantity, which is appropriate in this context to
Explanation: “About” is used to show the subject’s describe the absence of a selfish friend.
worry or interest regarding the safety of the princess, 22. Option (2) is correct.
making it the most suitable preposition. Explanation: Option 2 is correct because it transforms
9. Option (3) is correct. the active sentence into passive voice by placing the
Explanation: ‘For’ is used to indicate the reason for object “a heavy discount” as the subject and using the
Mathura’s fame, which is its temples. passive structure “was offered by the sales girl.”
10. Option (4) is correct. 23. Option (4) is correct.
Explanation: “Since” is used to indicate the starting
Explanation: “Must” is used to express strong certainty,
point of an action, making it the correct preposition in
indicating a high degree of confidence that the answer is
this context.
wrong.
24. Option (3) is correct.
11. Option (1) is correct.
Explanation: Option 3 is correct because it uses the
Explanation: Option 1 correctly transforms the active
indefinite article “a” before “university student,” making
sentence into passive form by placing the object “a
it grammatically accurate.
cheque” before the subject “She” and introducing the
agent “by him.” 25. Option (2) is correct.
12. Option (3) is correct. Explanation: The preposition “for” is used to indicate
responsibility or obligation in relation to Raju and his
Explanation: Option 3, “doesn’t she,” forms a question
wife’s debts.
tag that matches the affirmative statement and seeks
confirmation or agreement. 26. Option (3) is correct.
Explanation: Option 3, “I had many opportunities to
13. Option (1) is correct.
swim in the past,” is incorrect because it uses the simple
Explanation: “A” is used because the sentence is making past tense instead of the past perfect tense, which should
a general comparison between “a woman” and “a man,” be used when referring to actions that occurred before
not referring to specific individuals. another past event.
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27. Option (4) is correct. one while maintaining the modal verb “should” for
Explanation: Option 4 is correct as it conveys that the advisability and keeping the subject “You” intact.
speaker received permission to share their his perspective 35. Option (3) is correct.
after the meeting ended. Explanation: Each option has a different meaning.
28. Option (3) is correct. Before answering the question, let us know the meaning
Explanation: Option 3 is correct as it introduces the of each phrasal verb constructed by combination of the
specific letter Vikram wrote to his university without word ‘cut’. ‘Cut up’ is mentally distressed. ‘Cut in’ is
specifying a particular letter. equivalent to interruption. If we cut in on someone,we
29. Option (3) is correct. interrupt them when they are speaking.’Cut out’ means
Explanation: Option 3 is the correct passive form. It naturally able or suited to door be (something). ‘Cut
transforms the active sentence “This book will change through’ means to get quickly and directly through our
your life” into passive, indicating that “your life” is the past. It is clear from the meanings of the different options
recipient of the action, which is being changed by “this that’ cut out’ is the most appropriate phrasal verb to
book.” denote the unsuitability of Monika for the job.
30. Option (4) is correct. 36. Option (1) is correct.
Explanation: ‘Set up’ is to erect or place something Explanation: The sentence implies that the weather was
in a position. As a noun, it means a situation in which not suitable to go outside. Option (1) fills the sentence
someone is tricked into doing something. ‘Set on’ means to carry the same sense. Option(2) fails to complete the
to attack or to cause something. ‘Set aside’ means to sentence grammatically to carry any sense. Option (3)
save or keep something, typically money or time, for a contradicts the meaning of the sentence. It does not make
particular purpose. In the sentence, Ramesh has set aside any sense. Option (4) is grammatically incorrect.
(saved) some time for gardening only. 37. Option (2) is correct.
As per this condition, ‘aside’ will be used in the blank. Explanation: ‘Remedy lies with’ in the sentence would
31. Option (3) is correct. mean that responsibility or the blame lies with the rest.
Explanation: ‘She’ assumed the person to be a thief This is not the intended meaning in the sentence. Option
which he was not. ‘To take someone for’ is a phrasal verb (2) is correct as ‘remedy lies in’ suggests that relief is in
used in the context when a person is wrongly assumed to taking rest. Other options give grammatically incorrect
be some body else. Thus, as per the requirement of the sentences.
phrasal verb ‘for’ will be used to fill in the blank. 38. Option (4) is correct.
32. Option (4) is correct. Explanation: ‘Pass on’ means to give. example, Please
Explanation: Though grammatically all the options pass on the salt. ‘Pass by’ means to move past. example,
can fill the blank in different contexts but in the given He passed by me over looking me. ‘Pass through’ means
sentence a request has been made to bring a cup of coffee. to make a passage or journey from one point to another.
‘Wouldn’t’ is a more polite way of conveying something This is the correct filler for the given sentence. The
when compared to ‘won’t’. ‘Shall’ and ‘will’ are not complete sentence would mean that the book has passed
correct words in the context of a request. They indicate through or seen fifteen editions’ improvements.
authority or order which makes them in appropriate for 39. Option (2) is correct.
the given sentence. Thus, based on these conditions, Explanation: The present continuous tense is used for an
‘wouldn’t’ is the most appropriate option to be used in action that is happening at the present moment. It can be
the blank. used it to describe both events that are happening in the
33. Option (1) is correct. present- right now, when we are talking about something,
Explanation: The question tag “am I” is suitable because or in the future - something that may or will happen later
it matches the positive form of the auxiliary verb in the soon. As the event is going to happen in the near future,’is
main sentence. arriving’ is the correct option to fill in the blank.
34. Option (3) is correct. 40. Option (3) is correct.
Explanation: Option 3, “You should prepare for war,” Explanation: IAS is pronounced with a vowel sound, so
transforms the original passive sentence into an active it requires an indefinite article before it.
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 Rearranging the parts in English, often referred to as sentence rearrangement or jumbled sentences, is a more about
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common task in various competitive exams, including the CUET (Central University Entrance Test) or
similar aptitude tests. This type of question assesses a candidate’s ability to understand the logical flow of a
sentence or paragraph.
 Tips and Tricks to save time and increase accuracy:
Cloze Test and
1. Tips for finding the opening sentence:
Sentence Rear-
(a) Scan all the sentences and try to get the feel of what the paragraph is about. rangement
(b) Try to identify the tone of the paragraph. If you get the tone of the paragraph, then it becomes easy to
guess the opening and closing sentences.
(c) The opening sentence generally mentions the topic of the paragraph.
2. Tips for arranging other sentences:
In order to pair sentences, the following approaches can be applied:
 Finding the signal word (a word which creates link between two sentences). A signal word can be:

1. Pronoun: Some pronouns such as he, she, they, it, them, their, him, her are used when the person has already been
talked about. Para jumbles can be solved based on the identification of these pronouns also.
2. Article: Familiarity with the functions of articles is also useful in solving para-jumbles. ‘The’, a definite article is
generally used when something specific is being talked about or the subject has already been talked about. Indefinite
articles ‘a’ and ‘an’ are used when talking about something for the first time or while presenting a fact.
3. Transition words: Transition words/phrases show the relationship between the different parts of a sentence.
Transition words are used to connect the ideas and show what the relationship between them is. These transition
words can be of various types:
(a) Cause and Effect Words
 ‘Cause and effect’ is a link between events or things, where one is the outcome/effect of the other or others. This
is an amalgamation of action and reaction. Something occurs (a cause)that leads to a result or an effect. Some
examples of such words are:
 Therefore, so that, consequently, accordingly, hence, because of, in order to, thus, if...then,as a result, etc.
(b) Support Words
 These words or phrases support a given sentence. Sentences containing these words are generally not the opening
sentence rather they follow it immediately. Some examples of such words are: Furthermore, additionally, also,
and, indeed, besides, as well, too, likewise,moreover.
(c) Contrast Words
 These include the connectors that indicate a contrast between one idea and another,setting up a reversal of a
thought. These are: nevertheless, nonetheless, on the contrary, not withstanding, and, even though, instead of,
despite, in spite of, while, in contrast,although, however, etc.
Apply full form vs. short form approach
 
 If both the full and short form for a person, thing or place is present in different sentences, then the sentence containing the
full form will come before the sentence containing the short form.
Idea and example approach
 
 If a sentence has a certain example or explanation, then you must look out for its source. It can be a concept, idea or
anything.
Chronology approach/ Time sequence approach
 
 In a given para jumble, we may come across sentences containing time indicating words. This provides us a way to identify
the correct sequence of the sentences by arranging them using their proper time sequence.
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beginning of sentences, Forms of tenses like past
then, its pronoun comes or present tense come before
The sequence of time and date Firstly, the full form of any specific in the next sentence. future tense sentences.
indicates the sequence of sentences. word comes followed by its acronym.
SENTENCE REARRANGEMENT

Acronym Approach Grammatical Approach

Chronological Approach

Rearrangement of Sentences/Words

Keywords Approach Suggesting Words Approach Beginning and Conclusion Approach

Word or words which occur more Conjunctions : and, so, but, still, etc. Beginning sentence usually starts
than one time and sentences are are used to combine two sentences. with a noun followed by its pronoun.
crafted around them. Conjunctions like therefore, so, The concluding sentence often
however, etc. are used for concluding contains the pronoun used for the
sentences. main subject.

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What is ordering of words?
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to rearrange the jumbled parts of a sentence to make the sentence meaningful. The general structure of a
sentence or the order of words in a sentence is Subject (S) + verb (V) + object(O).
Example:
 The teacher punished me.
Parajumbles
 Rules of applying word order in a sentence:
 Rule 1. In an affirmative sentence, the subject usually comes before the verb.
Example:
 Tomorrow is a holiday.
 Rule 2. In a negative sentence, the word ‘not’ usually comes after the verb. In case there is more than one verb, it comes
after the main verb and in between the main verb and the helping verb.
Example:
 The girl does not know what to do.
 Rule 3. In interrogative sentences, helping verb comes before the subject followed by the main verb and object.
Example:
 Have you found your wallet? Scan to know
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 Types of Parajumbles this topic
Para-jumbles, also known as sentence rearrangement or jumbled paragraphs, come in various types. Here are
some common types of para-jumbles, along with examples for each:
Example:
1. In this type, you need to arrange sentences in the order in which events or ideas logically occur to create
How to Crack
a paragraph. Parajumbles
Rearrange the sentences to make a meaningful paragraph:
A. The March was widely covered by the European and American Press.
B. The Salt March was notable for at least three reasons.
C. Second, it was the first nationalist activity in which women participated in large numbers.
D. First, it was this event that first brought Mahatma Gandhi to world attention.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(1) B, A, D, C (2) B, D, A, C (3) D. A, C, B (4) D, B, A, C
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
2. This type involves completing the sequence of sentences that will follow the given introductory sentence.
Example:
The Himalayan range sacred to the Gaddi people
P
is home to a chain of high altitude lakes
Q R
that towers over the Kangra valley
S
(1) QRPS (2) SPQR (3) SQRP (4) RQSP
Ans. Option (3) is correct.
3. In this type you will be having a question with fixed opening and closing sentences S-1 and S-6 respectively. This will make
total 6 sentences in the question with 4 to be arranged in order.
Example:
S1: We drink more water during summers.
S6: There are variations in weather conditions during different seasons.
P: On the other hand in north-eastern states,winters are mild except in the hills.
Q: Because in North India, both the seasons have extreme weather conditions.
R: School clothes during summers is different from the winter.
S: Why do you wear lighter clothes during summers and heavy woollen clothes during winters in North India?
The correct sequence should be:
(1) SRPQ (2) RSQP (3) PQRS (4) QPRS
Ans. Option (2) is correct.
4. In this type you will be given a jumbled sentence which will be solved by locating the subject and predicate.
Example:
is one of the (A) / the habit of reading (B)/ greatest resources (C) /of mankind (D)
(1) BCAD (2) BACD (3) DCAB (4) ACDB
Ans. Option (2) is correct.