In competitive exams like NDA and CDS, a strong grasp of English grammar is indispensable for scoring well. Among the many grammar topics, Prepositions and Determiners stand out for their relevance and frequency in examination patterns. These elements of grammar play a crucial role in sentence construction, ensuring precision and clarity.
Directions: Each of the following sentences in this section has a blank space with four options. Select whichever determiner you consider the most appropriate for the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
Q) Despite the material donations from the local shops, the school still needs ______ more equipment such as video players, cassette players and computers.
A) few
B) much
C) some
D) no
Ans. (C)
Q) The police found ___________ counterfeit money as well as guns at the gang’s headquarters.
A) several more
B) a large amount of
C) only a few
D) a number of
Ans. (B)
Q) A colleague of ____ has lent us ____ holiday cottage for a week.
A) him / her
B) mine / his
C) theirs / its
D) your / them
Ans. (B)
Q) There is ____information available on recycling, but unfortunately, little of ____ is known by ordinary people.
A) a lot of / it
B) plenty of / them
C) several / its
D) much / theirs
Ans. (A)
Q) I’ve seen ___________ of his work to know that he’s ready for a promotion.
A) a number
B) both
C) a few
D) enough
Ans. (D)
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Challenges Faced by Aspirants
- Varied Usage: Prepositions often change their meaning based on context (e.g., in vs. into), requiring candidates to interpret sentences carefully.
- Confusing Determiners: Determiners like much, many, few, and little demand nuanced understanding to be used correctly.
- Overlap with Other Topics: Questions often combine prepositions and determiners with other grammar rules, testing a candidate’s overall grasp of English grammar.
Highlights of Prepositions & Determiners Class 2
In Prepositions & Determiners Class 2, I conducted an engaging MCQ session focusing on Determiners. The session was designed to provide:
- Practical Insights: Candidates solved questions covering the usage of articles (a, an, the), quantifiers (some, any, few), and demonstratives (this, that).
- Error Identification: Emphasis was placed on recognizing and correcting common mistakes in determiner usage.
- Exam-Relevant Practice: The questions mirrored the pattern and difficulty level expected in the NDA and CDS exams, providing a realistic practice experience.
- Confidence Building: Solving challenging problems under guidance boosted candidates’ confidence in tackling such questions in the actual exam.
Prepositions & Determiners in NDA & CDS Exams
These topics frequently appear in the English section of both NDA and CDS exams, testing a candidate’s grammatical accuracy and contextual understanding. The questions often require quick thinking and clarity in basics, making them high-scoring for well-prepared aspirants.
Preparation Tips
- Master the Basics: Memorize common prepositions and their usages. Familiarize yourself with the various types of determiners and their appropriate contexts.
- Practice Regularly: Solve practice questions and previous years’ papers to improve speed and accuracy.
- Focus on Context: Pay attention to the overall sentence meaning to identify the correct preposition or determiner.
- Revise Thoroughly: Regular revision is essential to retain rules and avoid confusion during the exam.
Conclusion
The Prepositions & Determiners topic is foundational for achieving high scores in the NDA and CDS exams. Sessions like Prepositions & Determiners Class 2 provide aspirants with practical exposure, helping them tackle these questions confidently. With focused preparation and consistent practice, mastering this topic will significantly enhance performance in the English section, paving the way for overall success in the exams.
