The Comprehension topic is a central component of the English section in competitive exams like NDA, CDS, and AFCAT. As a measure of a candidate’s language skills, comprehension passages challenge test-takers to extract, interpret, and analyze information within a limited time frame. Success in this section relies on strong reading and comprehension abilities, which are essential for processing complex information quickly and effectively.
In comprehension passages, candidates are required to answer questions on themes, ideas, vocabulary in context, and inferential details based on the passage. These questions are designed to test a candidate’s understanding of both explicit and implicit information, requiring more than just a quick read. Strong reading skills help candidates to scan for key details, recognize main points, and parse essential information without getting bogged down by less critical elements. Meanwhile, comprehension skills allow them to interpret the author’s intent, understand nuanced language, and infer meaning, all of which are invaluable for selecting the correct answers.
In Comprehension Class 2, I conducted an MCQ session that focused on solving significant questions from this topic. During the session, candidates practiced applying advanced reading techniques and tested their skills in identifying relevant parts of a passage to answer a range of question types accurately. These MCQ exercises were particularly helpful in reinforcing candidates’ abilities to understand passages under timed conditions, a crucial skill given the time constraints of these exams.
Directions: Read the following passages carefully and answer the questions that follow.
Since the world has become industrialized, there has been an increase in the number of animal species that have either become extinct or have neared extinction. Bengal tiger, for instance, which once roamed the jungle in vast numbers, now number only 2300 and by the year 2025 their population is estimated to be down to zero. What is alarming about the case of Bengal tiger is that this extinction will have been caused almost entirely by poachers who according to some sources, are not interested in material gain but in personal gratification. This is an example of the callousness that is part of what is causing the problem of extinction. Animals like the Bengal tiger, as well as other endangered species, are a valuable part of the world’s ecosystem. International laws protecting these animals must be enacted to ensure their survival and the survival of our planet.
Countries around the world have begun to deal with the problem in various ways. Some countries, in order to circumvent the problem, have allocated large amount of land to animal reserves. They then charge admission to help defray the costs of maintaining the parks and they often must also depend on world organisations for support. With the money get, they can invest in equipment and patrols to protect the animals. Another solution that is an attempt to stem the tide, of animal extinction is an international boycott of products made from endangered species. This seems fairly effective, but it will not, by itself, prevent animals from being hunted and killed.
Q) What is the author’s main concern in this passage?
(a)Problems of industrialization
(b)The Bengal tiger
(c)Endangered species
(d)Callousness of man
Ans. (c)
Q) According to the passage, poachers kill for :
(a)material gain
(b)personal satisfaction
(c)Both ‘a’ and ‘b’
(d)None of these
Ans. (b)
Q) Which of the following words is closest in meaning to the underlined word ‘alarming’?
(a)Serious
(b)Dangerous
(c)Distressing
(d)Frightening
Ans. (d)
Q) Certain species are becoming extinct because of :
(a)Industrialization
(b)Poaching
(c)love of products made from them
(d)all of these
Ans. (d)
Q) The Phrase ‘Stem the tide’ means
(a)Save
(b)Stop
(c)Touch
(d)Spare
Ans. (b)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 1 2025 Exam English Live – Comprehension – Class 2
Ultimately, mastering comprehension is essential for anyone aiming to excel in the English section of NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exams. Building strong reading habits, paired with strategic comprehension techniques, empowers candidates to approach passages with confidence, ensuring they can answer questions swiftly and accurately. For those preparing for NDA, CDS, and AFCAT 1 2025, cultivating these skills will be key to scoring well and demonstrating a high level of proficiency in English comprehension.
