Q1. The artist pranced around the stage singing enthusiastically.
- (a) Noun
- (b) Adjective
- (c) Adverb
- (d) Verb
Combined Defence Services Examination 2023 English Question Paper PDF
- Year 2023
- Conducted By UPSC
- Questions 120
- Maximum Marks 100
- Duration Two Hours
- Languages English
Exam Details
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Examination | Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2023 |
| Year | 2023 |
| Conducting Body | UPSC |
| Paper | English |
| Subject | English |
| Duration | Two Hours |
| Maximum Marks | 100 |
| Number of Questions | 120 |
| Question Type | Objective (MCQ) |
This document contains the official question paper for the English section of the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2023, conducted by UPSC. The paper consists of 120 objective-type questions designed to test candidates' proficiency in English. With a maximum of 100 marks and a time limit of two hours, this paper is crucial for aspirants aiming to join the armed forces through the CDS exam. Practicing with this paper helps in understanding the exam pattern, question types, and marking scheme, thereby aiding effective preparation. This previous year Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2023 question paper (2023) is useful for Other Jobs aspirants preparing for Central government recruitment. The paper was conducted by UPSC and reflects the official exam pattern, marking scheme and difficulty level seen in recent cycles. Use it for timed practice, topic-wise revision and understanding how questions are framed in the real examination. Download the free PDF on QuizCurrent to read instructions, attempt MCQs and compare your answers with the study notes provided on this page. Key syllabus areas include Parts of Speech, English Grammar, Vocabulary. Useful for Combined Defence Services Examination preparation. Helps understand the latest exam pattern. Useful for practice and self-assessment.
Major Topics Covered
- Parts of Speech
- English Grammar
- Vocabulary
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
Related Resources
- CDS (I) 2023 English Question Paper
- CDS (II) 2022 English Question Paper
- CDS (I) 2022 English Question Paper
- CDS 2023 English Answer Key
- CDS English Syllabus
- CDS Exam Pattern
- CDS Exam Pattern Details
- NDA Exam
Instructions
- CHECK THAT 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 2: Test Booklet Series 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
- DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
- This Test Booklet contains 120 items (questions).
- Each item comprises four responses (answers).
- You 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.
- THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTION PAPERS.
Questions (page 2)
Q2. Put the fork and knife in the cutlery box.
- (a) Preposition
- (b) Verb
- (c) Conjunction
- (d) Determiner
Q3. She came slowly up to the main door.
- (a) Adjective
- (b) Adverb
- (c) Verb
- (d) Pronoun
Q4. Oh no! I am getting late for the function.
- (a) Preposition
- (b) Article
- (c) Noun
- (d) Interjection
Q5. They are all going to attend the function.
- (a) Noun
- (b) Adverb
- (c) Pronoun
- (d) Conjunction
Q6. The sun shone through the dull grey clouds.
- (a) Noun
- (b) Adverb
- (c) Verb
- (d) Adjective
Q7. The Principal is presiding over the meeting.
- (a) Verb
- (b) Noun
- (c) Adjective
- (d) Preposition
Q8. Cash machines permit people to withdraw money at any time.
- (a) Verb
- (b) Noun
- (c) Pronoun
- (d) Adverb
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Frequently asked questions
What is the name of the exam?
The exam is the Combined Defence Services Examination (II), 2023.
Which board conducts the CDS exam?
The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the CDS exam.
What is the subject of this question paper?
This question paper is for the English subject.
What is the maximum marks for the English paper?
The maximum marks for the English paper are 100.
What is the time allowed for the English paper?
The time allowed for the English paper is Two Hours.
How many questions are there in the English paper?
There are 120 questions in the English paper.