How many questions are there in this paper?

There are 120 items (questions) in this paper.

What type of questions are asked in this paper?

This paper consists of objective type questions.

Is there a penalty for wrong answers?

Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers. One-third of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

What happens if a question is left blank?

If a question is left blank, there will be no penalty.

Can I write on the Test Booklet?

No, you should not write anything else on the Test Booklet except your Roll Number in the provided box.

Where should I mark my answers?

All your responses must be marked ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.

What should I do if the Test Booklet has missing or torn pages?

If the Test Booklet has any unprinted or torn or missing pages or items, you should get it replaced by a complete Test Booklet.

CDS 2016 English Question Paper PDF | UPSC Exam

Name: CDS 2016 English Question Paper PDF | UPSC Exam
Creator: UPSC
Keywords: CDS 2016 English Question Paper, UPSC CDS 2016 English Paper, Combined Defence Services 2016 English PDF, CDS English Previous Year Paper, Defence Exam English Questions

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Year 2016
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 120
Maximum Marks 100
Duration Two Hours
Languages English

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Combined Defence Services Examination
Year	2016
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	English
Subject	English
Duration	Two Hours
Maximum Marks	100
Number of Questions	120
Question Type	Objective (MCQ)

This is the official question paper for the English section of the Combined Defence Services (CDS) Examination held in 2016 by UPSC. The paper consists of 120 objective-type questions to be answered in two hours, with a maximum score of 100 marks. It is a crucial resource for aspirants preparing for the CDS exam, offering insights into the types of questions asked and the difficulty level. Practicing with this paper helps candidates understand the exam pattern, improve time management, and identify areas for focused study in English comprehension and grammar.

Major Topics Covered

Ordering of Sentences
Grammar
Comprehension

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for Combined Defence Services Examination preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

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Instructions

THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS, ETC.
IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
Please note that it is the candidate's responsibility to encode and fill in the Roll Number and Test
Booklet Series Code A, B, C or D carefully and without any omission or discrepancy at the appropriate places in the OMR Answer Sheet.
Any omission/discrepancy will render the Answer Sheet liable for rejection.
You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside.
DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
This Test Booklet contains 120 items (questions).
Each item comprises four responses (answers).
will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
In case you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
You have to mark all your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
in the Answer Sheet. All items carry equal marks.
Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet,
you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has
concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.
Penalty for wrong answers: THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTION PAPERS.

Questions (page 2)

Q1.

(s1) History shows that the growth of civilization depends upon the gifts of nature, particularly the wealth yielded by the soil. In fact, most of the wars in the beginning of humanity's history were fought for the gain of territory.
(s6) In fact, most of the wars in the beginning of humanity's history were fought for the gain of territory.
(p) The more land they had, the more they were satisfied.
(q) The nature and the quality of the land they possessed were of great importance to them.
(r) All ancient communities worked hard to produce food.
(s) There was also a great desire among them to possess as much land as possible.
(a) RQSP
(b) QRSP
(c) SQRP
(d) PRQS

Q2.

(s1) There were shots as I ran.
(s6) Staying submerged was only too easy with so much clothing and my army boots.
(p) I tripped at the edge and went in with a splash.
(q) The water was icy, but I stayed until I thought my lungs would burst.
(r) The minute I came up I took a breath and plunged down again.
(s) I ducked down, pushed between two men and ran for the river.
(a) SQPR
(b) PRQS
(c) SQRP
(d) QSPR

Q3.

(s1) Why do the English travel?
(s6) For here, in cosmopolitan England, one is always exposed to the danger of meeting all sorts of peculiar aliens.
(p) Besides, they are taught that travel broadens the mind.
(q) They do so mainly because their neighbour does this and they have caught the bug from him.
(r) Although they have now discovered the sad truth that whatever travel may do to the mind, it certainly broadens other parts of the body.
(s) But, and perhaps mainly, they travel to avoid foreigners.
(a) RSQP
(b) PRS Q
(c) SQPR
(d) QPRS

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of the exam?

The exam is the Combined Defence Services Examination.

Which year is this question paper from?

This question paper is from the year 2016.

Who conducts the Combined Defence Services Examination?

The examination is conducted by UPSC (Union Public Service Commission).

What is the subject of this question paper?

This question paper is for the English subject.

What is the total time allowed for the exam?

The time allowed for the exam is Two Hours.

What are the maximum marks for this paper?

The maximum marks for this paper are 100.

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