What type of Reading Comprehension passages are there in XAT?

In XAT, Reading Comprehension passages are usually taken from Philosophy, Psychology, History, Art, research articles. Sometime, the XAT RC section also has poems. These areas are chosen to test the candidates, who are largely Science, Commerce and Engineering graduates, on their ability to come out of their comfort zone and adapt to unfamiliar situations. Out of 26 questions, about 14-16 questions are based on RC passages or a poem. Candidates must target solving about 10 questions accurately to score well. XAT has negative marking so do not mark an option as your answer if you are not 100 percent sure of it.

How many RC questions does CAT have?

The CAT VARC section is dominated by RC questions. Out of 24 questions about 14-16 are based on Reading Comprehension passages and the rest of them are based on parajumbles, para completion, etc. CAT has about 12-16 RC question. In CAT 2022, there were four RC passages each having four questions. The ideal attempt was estimated at 13. Since, it is not mandatory to solve all the questions, candidates can maximize their scores by leaving out the questions related to the passage they find the toughest. There is negative marking in CAT so candidates must ensure that they mark only the correct options or do not mark any option at all.

What is the key to score well in VARC section of CAT?

VARC is one of the tougher sections of CAT and often poses challenge to test takers. The key to score well in this section is long-term preparation. The CAT question paper is dominated by Reading Comprehension questions, so you can’t be ill prepared for it. The maximum number of passages that you can skip is 1. So, there is no alternative to reading. Developing reading habit is a necessity. You can crack this section if you don’t have the habit of reading. Even parajumble questions require clear comprehension of the theme and sentences to arrange them in a logical passage. Reading also strengthens vocabulary and grammar which forms the remaining part of CAT VARC section.

I am preparing for CAT exam. Do I need to prepare for SNAP exam separately?

Those preparing for both CAT and SNAP exam need not prepare separately. CAT and SNAP syllabus are the same so one can prepare for both from the same study material. However, since the exam pattern and difficulty level of both exams are different from each other, candidates need to devote a good amount of time on exam specific preparation. They must practice SNAP mock tests to understand the test pattern, topic-wise weightage, types of questions and difficulty level of the questions. The biggest difference between SNAP and CAT is the type of questions, so you need to practice sample question for SNAP to know how and what to prepare for it. You also need to know the sectional composition of SNAP, which is different from CAT. SNAP is easier than CAT so a mix of tough and moderate level SNAP sample questions and mock tests will be adequate for preparation.

Is the CAT syllabus difficult?

Yes, the difficulty level of CAT syllabus is very high as compared to other MBA entrance exams. However, if you prepare well and follow the CAT exam pattern well, you will be able to score well. Besides having an understanding of the CAT syllabus 2025, candidates also need to be well aware of the CAT exam pattern before they start preparing for the exam. The CAT exam pattern was revised in 2021 and the number of questions were reduced from 76 to 66. The structure of CAT 2023 and CAT 2024 was the same. The syllabus is still tougher than other exams. The most important things to keep in mind are: CAT exam mode is online Each question carries three marks There is negative marking of minus one mark for wrong attempts The section-wise distribution of questions and difficulty levels as per the latest CAT exam pattern are listed below: Quantitative Ability (QA) - 24 questions, difficulty level - moderate to high Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) - 20 questions, difficulty level - moderate Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC) - 22 questions, difficulty level - moderate. to high

What are the important topics of CAT syllabus from which maximum questions are asked?

CAT lays a lot of emphasis on analytical skills so the questions are asked mostly from those topics which require deep learning and practice. The three sections of CAT question paper are designed in such a way that candidates have to use their ability of minute observation and fast calculation. Shared below are the section wise main topics from which questions are asked in CAT. Verbal Ability: Parajumbles, Parasummary, Sentence Completion and Inferences Reading Comprehension: Questions based on passages, Para meaning, Order of sentences Data Interpretation: Tables, Graphs, Pie Charts, Venn Diagram, Data Sufficiency Logical Reasoning: Blood Relation, Seating Arrangement, Syllogism, Coding-Decoding, Sets and Caselets, Family Tree, Assumptions Quantitative Aptitude: Geometry, Algebra Number System Modern Math, Arithmetic, Mensuration The difficulty level of CAT questions is usually moderate to high. Only a few questions are easy and quick to solve. To crack the CAT exam, one needs to pay attention to the abovementioned topics.

Is CMAT syllabus the same as that of CAT?

Yes, the syllabus of CMAT is the same as CAT for Quantitative Aptitude Logical Reasoning, Data Interpretation and Verbal Ability sections. The topics included in both CAT and CMAT syllabi are same as listed below: 1. Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation: Mensuration Number System Algebra Time-Speed-Distance, Allegation and Mixtures, Geometry, Graph, Quadratic and Linear Equations, etc. 2. Logical Reasoning: Analytical Reasoning, Linear Arrangements, Number Series, Matrix Arrangements, Blood Relationship Tests, etc. 3. Language Comprehension: Reading Comprehension, Verbal Ability, Vocabulary, Grammar, English Usage Errors, Para jumbles, etc. However, CMAT has two extra sections - General Knowledge and Innovation and Entrepreneurship, topics of which are mentioned below: 4. General Awareness: Economy, Business, World, Politics, Sports, Culture, Society, Arts, Awards, Inventions 5. Innovation & Entrepreneurship: Questions related to innovation, entrepreneurship and start up business, models of entrepreneurship, Emerging Trends in Social Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Society, Rural Entrepreneurship, etc.

What is the syllabus of General English section of SNAP?

The SNAP General English syllabus is similar to that of other MBA entrance exams. It includes passages, Syllogisms, Analogies, Grammar, Antonym-Synonym, One Word Substitution, Similar Sounding Words, Parajumbles and Fill in the Blanks. This is the shortest section of SNAP having only 15 questions. Most of the questions are usually based on English grammar. For the past 2 years, no Reading Comprehension passage is seen in the exam. However, candidates still need to practice Reading Comprehension passages as it has not been completely scrapped. Preparation for the exam as per the SNAP syllabus requires not much time to prepare if your English is strong. But if it is not, then you must start studying English much earlier as developing hold on a language requires time.

What is the best preparation strategy for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension?

To prepare for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, stick to the traditional path of concepts first and practice later. Study English grammar and Verbal Ability first to understand the concept. Then practice a number of sample questions of different kinds to gain confidence, speed and accuracy. For RC passages, develop the habit of reading from early stages. Read books from all walks of life. Practicing sample Reading Comprehension passages and questions in a crucial part of VARC preparation. This will help you understand the types of questions and RC passages asked in various entrance exams. As an aspirant, you will be appearing for more than one entrance exam, thus you need to have the practice of different types of RC passages.

How early should I start reading novels for Reading Comprehension?

To develop reading habit, one should start reading books and newspapers every day for at least one hour daily from at least six to eight months before the exam. Ideally, you should start reading books from a year before the entrance exam you are planning to appear for. We say so because, reading depends a lot on one’s interest. You need to first build interest in reading. Candidate who have to habit or interest in reading may not find it too difficult to read 100 pages every day, but those who have no interest in reading will have to develop it. So, start reading early on and read a variety of books. Start will books having easy language, once you develop interest and speed, move to books with tough English.

What type of Reading Comprehension passages are there in CAT?

Reading Comprehension passages in CAT exam are usually inference based. The topics are usually based on Economy, Natural Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences and Current Affairs. There are several types of questions, such as: Central theme based questions Vocabulary based questions Inference based questions Title based questions Paragraph and Structure based questions Tone based questions The approach to every type of question has to be different depending on their theme. To master this skill, you will need to start preparing for English section of any entrance exam early on. Firstly, you will need to develop reading comprehension speed and skill, secondly, you will have to practice sample RC passages of different types to understand the difference in approach.

What is the latest CMAT exam pattern?

The latest CMAT exam pattern as prescribed by the National Testing Agency NTA is as follows: The question paper carries 100 question. The format of questions is multiple choice type where for each question, four options are given to choose the correct answer from. The 100 questions are divided equally between five sections, Quantitative Techniques and Data Interpretation, Language Comprehension, Logical Reasoning, General Awareness and Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Each of the five sections carry 20 questions. Earlier, there were only four sections in CMAT and each section has 25 questions. In 2021, Innovation and Entrepreneurship was added as the fifth section. The time limit for CMAT is 180 minutes without sectional time limit or break. As per the latest marking scheme, for every correct option 4 marks are awarded and for every incorrect option, one mark is deducted. There is no negative marking for unanswered questions.

What is the XAT question paper pattern?

XAT question paper is similar to other MBA entrance exams, i.e. it has a limited number of MCQs. Check the table below for th pattern of XAT question paper 2025: XAT Exam Structure XAT Exam Details Mode of examination Online XAT sections Part 1- Decision Making, Verbal & Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation Part 2- General Knowledge Duration of exam 3 hours Number of questions 95 Total marks 95 Number of answer choices Five XAT marking scheme 1 mark awarded for every correct answer 0.25 marks deducted for every incorrect answer - 0.10 mark deducted for more than 8 un-attempted consecutive questions No negative marking in GK section Candidates must check out previous years' XAT question papers to have an understanding of the paper pattern, topic-wise weightage and types of questions. These official XAT question papers are available in PDF format for free download. They can download the question paper PDFs for practicing XAT questions.

Is the question paper of MAT IBT different from MAT CBT or PBT?

No, the question paper of MAT IBT is not different from MAT CBT or PBT. The test pattern, time duration, question type and marking scheme are the same for all three modes. Candidates can choose to appear for any exam mode with the worry of doing exam specific preparation. The only difference between MAT IBT and MAT CBT or PBT is that MAT IBT is a remote proctored exam and can be taken from any location unlike MAT CBT or PBT which are held at designated exam centres. The MAT question paper of every session however is different. All the 200 questions of each question paper is unique. The difficulty level is the same- easy to moderate but since the questions are different from each other candidates can feel slight difference in the difficulty level. The questions for every session are chosen randomly so in one session the paper can be overall easy while in another session the exam can be slightly difficult.

In how many months can I prepare for XAT 2025?

Ideally, XAT preparation takes six to nine months, but if candidates have prepared for CAT too, XAT preparation can be done in lesser time as one will have to only work on Decision Making and General Knowledge topics. Those who are weak in English Comprehension must start reading practice early on. The ideal time to start XAT preparation is May, so you can cover the whole syllabus by October and dedicate two months to mock test practice. If you start studying for XAT late, by July or so, make sure you complete the syllabus by October only. Remember that XAT syllabus is tough, so you’ll need to study at least 6-8 hours daily from start until the end. Give ample time to yourself to complete the XAT syllabus.

Are six months enough to prepare for CAT?

Usually, it is recommended to start CAT preparation about a year or nine months in advance. However, one can prepare for this exam even in six months if they put 8-10 hours daily into it. Candidates who have attempted the CAT before may not face a lot of hurdles in six-month preparation as they have a foundation in CAT preparation from previous year, but candidates who are appearing in the exam for the first time may face obstacles, mostly related to accuracy. The syllabus of CAT is vast and includes a lot of reading. One also has to spend a lot of time in practice sessions and mock tests to be able to master all types of CAT questions - easy, moderate and tough. If you are a student of engineering/technical or commerce background you will need to pay extra attention on VARC . However, you'll be able to manage the syllabus of DILR and Quantitative Aptitude with adequate practice of topics. But if you are a student from Arts background, it is advised to start CAT preparation much earlier because you will have to brush up a lot of Mathematics. Reading Comprehension is one subject that cannot be mastered by student belonging to any academic stream, if their English comprehension is not strong. To develop reading habit all CAT aspirants will have to start much earlier.

What are the important topics of MAT exam?

MAT exam has five important sections - Mathematical Skills, Language Comprehension, Intelligence and Critical Reasoning, Data Analysis and Sufficiency, Mathematical Skills and Indian and Global Environment. Each section carries 40 questions each. Given below are the important topics from which questions are asked in MAT. Language Comprehension - Verb, Noun, Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb, Antonyms and Synonyms, Reading Comprehension, Parts of Speech, One Word Substitution, Vocabulary, Sentence Correction, Idioms/Phrases, Grammar, Fill the Blanks, Para Jumbles and Verbal Ability. Intelligence and Critical Reasoning - Family Tree, Strong Arguments and Weak Arguments, Multi-Dimensional Arrangements, Course of Action, Puzzles, Visual Reasoning, Arrangement, Series, Numeric Grid, Pie Chart, Blood Relations, Critical Reasoning, Calendars, Coding and Decoding, Syllogisms, Statement Conclusions, Column Graphs and Graphs Representing Area. Data Analysis and Sufficiency - Tables, Pie Charts, Caselet-based Data Charts, Graphs - Line X-Y Graphs, Venn Diagram, Bar Diagrams, Data Analysis and Data Comparison and Data Sufficiency Mathematical Skills- LCM and HCF, Commercial Maths Complex Numbers, Percentages, Permutation and Combinations, Binomial Theorem, and more.

What are the topics on which I should read books for RC preparation?

Candidates must read books on economy, philosophy, science, astronomy, psychology, sociology, history, geography, psychoanalysis, economics, astronomy, art & culture, literature, fiction novels, auto-biographies and biographies. Most of the passages that appear in any MBA entrance exam are based on these topics. The RC passages length may vary but most of the times the language is tough with foreign words and expressions or a good amount of data. It is also recommended to candidates to read research papers, survey reports, etc. to have the practice of understanding and relating data in a quick read. Always refer to dictionary for word meanings while reading books.

Can I prepare for XAT with CAT preparation material?

Yes, since the syllabus of the Xavier Aptitude Test and the Common Admission Test are similar, one can prepare for both exams from the same study material. The students will have to study separately only for the Decision Making section of the Xavier Aptitude Test as this section is not a part of the Common Admission Test syllabus. For more details, you may visit the Shiksha Xavier Aptitude Test syllabus page. (https://www.shiksha.com/mba/xat-exam-syllabus). I hope this will help you.

Which are the best books for MAT preparation?

MAT preparation can be done by the books that are recommended for CAT. There are a few books available in the market which are exclusively for MAT preparation. We have listed down some highly recommended books for MAT preparation. How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for MAT by Arun Sharma Data Interpretation: Practice Book for the CAT and Other MBA Entrance Examinations by Nishit K Sinha The Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude and Data Interpretation by Nishit K Sinha Verbal Ability and Comprehension for MBA Exams by Odisha Publications Word Power Made Easy by Norman Lewis Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension by Nishit K Sinha Verbal Ability and Comprehension for CAT/XAT/GMAT/IIFT/CMAT/MAT/Bank PO/SSC by Bharat Patodi and Aditya Choudhary Proficiency in Reading Comprehension Simplifying the Passage for You by Ajay Singh Mathematics for MBA by RS Aggarwal Arithmetic and Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by R Goal Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by RS Aggarwal How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude by Arun Sharma A Modern Approach to Logical Reasoning by RS Aggarwal Logical Reasoning and Data Interpretation for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha General Intelligence and Critical Reasoning for MAT by Odisha Experts Analytical and Logical Reasoning for CAT and Other Management Entrance Tests by Peeyush Bhardwaj.

Which type of questions does VARC section of an entrance exam comprise?

The VARC section of any MBA entrance exam or a competitive exam typically comprises MCQs based on Grammatical concepts like tenses, articles, noun/pronoun, conjunctions, subject-verb agreement; Verbal Ability questions on word meaning, one-word substitution, fill in the blanks, parajumbles, para completion, antonyms/synonyms, etc. Apart from these, every VARC section has reading comprehension passages of 300 to 900 words. Candidates have to answer questions based on these passages. In MBA entrances exams, you will find RC passages dominating CAT, XAT, IIFT, NMAT, GMAT, whereas there will be less of them MAT, CMAT, ATMA. In SNAP there is no RC passages anymore.

Which are the best books for VARC preparation?

Best books for VARC preparation are Word Power Made Easy by Normal Lewis and High School English Grammar by Wren & Martin. Apart from these two books, students must refer to practice books such as, How To Prepare For Verbal Ability And Reading Comprehension For CAT by Arun Sharma and Meenakshi Upadhyay, The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability for the CAT and Other MBA Entrance Examinations by Sujit Kumar and The Pearson Guide to Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning for the CAT by Nishit K Sinha. These books are recommended for all the MBA entrance exams as well as other competitive exams.

Why is it necessary to practice sample questions of VARC preparation?

It is necessary to practice sample questions for preparation of Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension because all the MBA entrance exams are speed based test and there is just about minute allotted to each question. By practicing sample questions, you will get the practice of reading 600 plus words passages quickly, develop speed and accuracy in solving question and learn the skill to choose which question to answer and which one to skip to avoid negative marking. Practicing sample questions will also give you prior experience of different types of Reading Comprehension questions of different exams. Remember that same preparation formula cannot be applied to all entrance exams.

Is it true that someone who is weak in English, cannot score well in Verbal Ability?

No, it is not true that someone who is weak in English can’t score well in Verbal Ability. If one works hard and prepares well for Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension, they can score well in the section. One only needs to have the drive and discipline. They will require to start preparation for this subject earlier than those who have a good command over the language. Start reading books and novels. Keep a dictionary and mark the difficult words. Make notes of common idioms and phrases. Revise word meaning and concepts of Grammar every alternate day. Practice questions and mock tests.

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What is parts of speech?- Various information and expressions which come together to make a complete sentence. These can be refered to as parts of speech. This rule forms the basis of complete and correct expression in English language. Let's understand the rule or logic applied to use various elements to form a well structured and meaningful sentence. Read below.

Table of Contents

What are Parts of Speech?
Parts of Speech: Detailed Overview
Parts of Speech Exercise with Answers
VARC Practice Questions with Answers PDF

What are Parts of Speech?

A part of speech indicates how a word is used in a sentence. In other words, part of speech explains the functionality and role of the word in the sentence. The English language classifies words into eight parts of speech. Noun, Pronoun, Verb, Adjective, Adverb, Preposition, Conjunction and Interjection are the commonly listed parts of speech.

To understand better, a word can function as more than one part of speech when used in different circumstances. That is, the same word can be used as noun in one sentence and as an adjective in the other.

Parts of Speech: Detailed Overview

Let’s understand parts of speech in detail below.

Noun

In the simplest form, a noun is the name of a person, animal, thing, place, idea or quality. Nouns are broadly categorized into seven categories, i.e. Common Nouns, Proper Nouns, Concrete Nouns, Abstract Nouns, Countable Nouns, Non-countable Nouns and Collective Nouns.

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a noun is, “any member of a class of words that typically can be combined with determiners to serve as the subject of a verb, can be interpreted as singular or plural, can be replaced with a pronoun, and refer to an entity, quality, state, action, or concept”.

For example:

Jena is my sister.
Sarah lives in Sydney.
The cat hissed.
He tripped over a box in the hallway.
New York is a busy city.

Pronouns

Pronouns are words that can act or function in the place of nouns. In other words, a pronoun can be used in the place of a noun or noun phrase. The antecedent of the pronoun is a noun or a noun phrase that a pronoun replaces. Pronouns are broadly categorized into eight categories, i.e. Personal Pronouns, Relative Pronouns, Possessive Pronouns, Reflexive Pronouns, Intensive Pronouns, Demonstrative Pronouns, Interrogative Pronouns and Indefinite Pronouns.

For example:

Shreya is a wonderful piano player. She played the piano really well at the party.
The museum, which is on Fifth Avenue, is being renovated.
Whose file is this?
Everybody is welcome to the opening of the cafe.
Juan is Spanish. He is very handsome.

Verb

A verb is a part of speech that denotes action, occurrence or state of being. According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a verb is, ‘a word that characteristically is the grammatical center of a predicate and expresses an act, occurrence, or mode of being, that in various languages is inflected for agreement with the subject, for tense, for voice, for mood, or for aspect...’ There are three types of verbs; Action Verbs, Linking Verbs and Helping Verbs.

For example:

Laura raises her hand.
Sam gave Tyler the book.
The rocket was launched from the launch pad today.
Vampires bite the victims on the neck.
The baby cried all night.

Adjective

The words which describe a noun or pronoun are called adjectives. They make the meaning of the other word more precise. In other words, an adjective modifies a noun or pronoun by describing or identifying it.

Merriam-Webster dictionary defines an adjective as, ‘a word belonging to one of the major form classes in any of numerous languages and typically serving as a modifier of a noun to denote a quality of the thing named, to indicate its quantity or extent, or to specify a thing as distinct from something else.’

There are seven types of adjectives in the English language: Descriptive Adjective, Quantitative Adjective, Demonstrative Adjective, Possessive Adjective, Interrogative Adjective, Distributive Adjective and Articles.

For example:

That is a red flower.
She is a tall girl.
Maria has only one daughter.
That’s my book.
The handsome man was wearing a blue shirt.

Adverb

A part of speech that describes the verb or adjective in the sentence is known as an adverb. One can say, an adverb modifies or describes a verb or adjective or another adverb. Adverbs generally end with –ly.

Adverbs of Degree, Adverbs of Frequency, Adverbs of Manner, Adverbs of Place, Adverbs of Time and Add Adverb are the major categories of adverbs.

For example:

She is so excited to visit London.
Do you normally walk your dog at this time?
I usually shop at the Korean market in the city.
I was hungry, so my mother made dinner quickly.
Stefan recently enrolled in a Spanish course.

Preposition

Prepositions are words that show the relationship between a noun or a pronoun in a sentence or phrase with another word in the sentence or phrase. A preposition is always followed by a noun or pronoun and is never followed by a verb. There are five types of prepositions; Simple Prepositions, Double Prepositions, Compound Prepositions, Participle Prepositions and Phrase Prepositions.

According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, a preposition is ‘a function word that typically combines with a noun phrase to form a phrase which usually expresses a modification or predication’.

For example:

She sat on the chair.
The dog was hiding under the table.
He never leaves without his phone.
We were in the middle of the meeting when I received a call.
The teacher was asking questions regarding her behaviour.

Conjunction

Conjunctions are the words that join two or more words, phrases or clauses. They indicate or describe the relationship between the joined sentences or words.

Merriam-Webster dictionary defines conjunction as, ‘an uninflected linguistic form that joins together sentences, clauses, phrases, or words.’

For example:

He had a pizza and pasta.
I love dark chocolate but not white chocolate.
Martin plays hockey and cricket.
Abhay is an excellent guitar player; however, he rarely practices.
Elena loves the dress; after all, red is her favourite colour.

Interjection

Words that are used to express emotion are called interjections. In other words, an interjection is an emotional greeting or exclamation. They express strong feelings and emotions. The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines interjection as, ‘a word or phrase that is grammatically independent from the words around it, and mainly expresses feeling rather than meaning.’

For example:

Oh no, I forgot to bring my lunch today.
Wow! The painting is beautiful.
Alas! They lost the match.
Oh! That is unfortunate.
Ouch! That pains.

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Parts of Speech Exercise with Answers

Identify the underlined type of speech in the following sentences.

Q1. She did well in the test.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Conjunction

Q2. I bought a beautiful dress.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Conjunction

Q3. The group sang a wonderful song.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Noun

Q4. I do not work on Saturdays.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Noun

Q5. What did he ask you to do?

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Pronoun (d) Noun

Q6. The lilacs and lavenders are purple.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Conjunction

Q7. Well, I don’t think I’ll be home before eight o’clock.

A. (a) Interjection (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Conjunction

Q8. If Martha finishes his work quickly he can come to movie with us.

A. (a) Interjection (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Conjunction

Q9. Has your brother ever been to London?

A. (a) Adjective (b) Verb (c) Adverb (d) Noun

Q10. The cat is under the table.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Preposition (c) Adverb (d) Noun

Q11. She went to the market to get some vegetables.

A. (a) Verb (b) Adjective (c) Adverb (d) Noun

Q12. I must go now.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Adverb (c) Noun (d) Conjunction

Q13. Did she bring enough racquets?

A. (a) Conjunction (b) Preposition (c) Adjective (d) Interjection

Q14. The thief didn't run fast and was caught by the police.

A. (a) Noun (b) Adjective (c) Adverb (d) Verb

Q15. Although he is poor, he is happy.

A. (a) Noun (b) Conjunction (c) Interjection (d) Adjective

Q16. You have to have faith in yourself if you want to succeed at something.

A. (a) Pronoun (b) Noun (c) Adjective (d) Adverb

Q17. She kept the fast that day.

A. (a) Pronoun (b) Adjective (c) Verb (d) Noun

Q18. Sarah is on the committee.

A. (a) Conjunction (b) Adverb (c) Adjective (d) Preposition

Q19. She still lives in that house.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Adverb (c) Verb (d) Preposition

Q20. He said, Oh! what a cold weather.

A. (a) Conjunction (b) Interjection (c) Verb (d) Adjective

Q21. We first went to the shop to buy something.

A. (a) Adjective (b) Conjunction (c) Preposition (d) Interjection

Q22. We got back home late at night but we didn't sleep early.

A. (a) Conjunction (b) Preposition (c) Noun (d) Adverb

Q23. We didn't spend the holidays there.

A. (a) Verb (b) Pronoun (c) Noun (d) Adverb

Q24. I will cook while you sleep.

A. (a) Interjection (b) Verb (c) Conjunction (d) Adjective

Q25. I helped her carry it.

A. (a) Noun (b) Pronoun (c) Verb (c) Adjective

Q26.He went to the theatre last night.

A: (a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Preposition (d) Adjective

Q27.She lives in a very beautiful house.

A:(a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Preposition (d) Adjective

Q28. I want to sleep now.

A:(a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Conjuction (d) Adjective

Q29. She still works in the same office.

A: (a) Adjective (b) Adverb (c) Verb (d) Preposition

Q30. He said, ‘Oh! I dropped my phone.’

A: (a) Conjunction (b) Interjection (c) Verb (d) Adjective

Q31. We first went to the restaurant to have lunch.

A: (a) Adjective (b) Conjunction (c) Preposition (d) Interjection

Q32. Whose hair clip is this? I found it in the porch.

A: (a) Noun (b) Pronoun (c) Verb (c) Adjective

Q33.He went to bed early last night.

A: (a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Preposition (d) Adjective

Q34.She invited us for a very lavish meal.

A:(a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Preposition (d) Adjective

Q35. I have been working since morning. I want to rest now.

A:(a) Verb (b) Adverb (c) Conjunction (d) Adjective

Answers:

Q1.(c) Q2.(a) Q3.(d) Q4.(b) Q5.(c) Q6.(d) Q7.(a) Q8.(c) Q9.(d) Q10.(b) Q11.(a) Q12.(b) Q13.(c) Q14.(c) Q15.(b) Q16.(a) Q17.(d) Q18.(d) Q19.(b) Q20.(b) Q21.(c) Q22.(a) Q23.(d) Q24.(c) Q25.(b) Q26.(a) Q27.(d) Q28.(b) Q29.(b) Q30.(b) Q31.(c) Q32. (b) Q33. (a) Q34.(d) Q35.(b)

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