CUET model questions in English

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## CUET English Model Questions:

These questions cover various sections typically found in the CUET English paper, including Reading Comprehension, Literary Aptitude, Vocabulary, and Grammar.

I. Reading Comprehension:*

Passage:

(An excerpt from a literary work or a factual piece - around 400-500 words)

Questions:

1. What is the central theme of the passage?
2. What is the author's tone in the given excerpt?
3. What does the phrase "XYZ" (from the passage) imply?
4. Which of the following statements is NOT supported by the passage?
5. The passage primarily focuses on...
6. The author uses the example of "..." to illustrate...
7. What is the meaning of the word "ABC" as used in the passage?
8. What can be inferred about [character/concept] from the passage?
9. The passage is most likely an excerpt from...
10. The author's primary purpose in writing this passage is...

II. Literary Aptitude:

1. Which of the following is a characteristic of a sonnet?
(a) 14 lines (b) Free verse (c) Blank verse (d) No rhyme scheme
2. Identify the figure of speech in the line: "The sun smiled down on us."
(a) Metaphor (b) Simile (c) Personification (d) Alliteration
3. Who is the author of "Pride and Prejudice"?
(a) Jane Austen (b) Charlotte Bronte (c) Charles Dickens (d) Emily Bronte
4. What is the main conflict in the play "Hamlet"?
5. Match the authors with their works:
(i) William Wordsworth – (a) Ode to a Nightingale
(ii) John Keats – (b) Tintern Abbey
(iii) P.B. Shelley – (c) Ode to the West Wind

III. Vocabulary:

1. Choose the synonym of "Ephemeral":
(a) Eternal (b) Transient (c) Permanent (d) Everlasting
2. Choose the antonym of "Benevolent":
(a) Kind (b) Generous (c) Malevolent (d) Charitable
3. The word "Loquacious" means:
(a) Talkative (b) Quiet (c) Shy (d) Reserved
4. Fill in the blank: The detective was known for his _______ skills. (astute/ obtuse)
5. What is the meaning of the idiom "Bite the dust"?

IV. Grammar:

1. Identify the error in the following sentence: "Me and my friend went to the market."
2. Choose the correct tense: "She _______ (sing) beautifully." (sings/ sing/ sang)
3. Combine the following sentences using an appropriate conjunction: "It was raining. We decided to stay indoors."
4. Identify the part of speech of the underlined word: "The

red

car sped down the street."
5. Choose the correct form of the verb: "He insisted on _______ (go) to the party." (going/ to go/ go)

Note:**

* This is just a sample of the types of questions you might encounter. The actual exam may include different question formats and cover a wider range of topics within English literature and language.
* Refer to the official CUET syllabus and previous years' question papers for a more comprehensive understanding of the exam pattern and difficulty level.
* Practice regularly and focus on improving your reading comprehension, vocabulary, and grammar skills.


Good luck with your preparation!