In the competitive landscape of defence entrance exams such as NDA, CDS, and AFCAT, mastering English is not just a matter of scoring well — it’s about demonstrating precision in language, clarity in expression, and quick analytical thinking. One such scoring yet concept-intensive topic is “Fill in the Blanks”, which tests a candidate’s understanding of grammar rules and vocabulary usage.
In our Fill in the Blanks MCQ Live Class 1, candidates engaged with real exam-style questions that demanded a solid grasp over tenses, prepositions, articles, subject-verb agreement, idiomatic expressions, and contextual vocabulary.
Directions: In the following questions, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Q) It was very cold outside, and the fire we lit was dimming down; hence I decided to _______ it a bit.
A. soak
B. strike
C. stoke
D. increase
Ans. (C)
Q) Yesterday, the villagers caught a burglar _______ a bottle of oil from the community hall.
A. embezzling
B. frauding
C. swindling
D. pilfering
Ans. (D)
Q) The police commissioner condemned the _________ murder and vowed to apprehend the wrongdoers within a fortnight.
A. grisly
B. gruesome
C. ghastly
D. All of the above
Ans. (D)
Q) The rotten smell was so _________ that she became unconscious then and there and had to be hospitalized.
A. revolting
B. gratifying
C. captivating
D. unappealing
Ans. (A)
Q) The ________ apparition stalked Reshma for days and ultimately threw her off the cliff.
A. vindictive
B. benevolent
C. magnanimous
D. callous
Ans. (A)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 2 2025 Exam English Live – Fill in the Blanks – MCQ Class 1
Why Fill in the Blanks Is a Must-Prepare Topic
This topic holds significant weight in all three exams — NDA, CDS, and AFCAT — because it checks multiple language abilities at once:
- Grammatical accuracy
- Logical sequencing
- Word collocations
- Contextual understanding
Skills Strengthened Through the Class
- 🔤 Grammar Concepts: Especially tenses, articles, prepositions, and modals.
- 🧩 Vocabulary Usage: Understanding collocations (e.g., “fond of”, “interested in”).
- ⏱️ Speed with Accuracy: Candidates had to think fast and apply rules on the spot.
Why This Topic Is Scoring Yet Tricky
The trap in Fill in the Blanks questions lies in the close similarity between options. For example:
- “since” vs “for”
- “in” vs “at”
- “although” vs “however”
Only a candidate with clear fundamentals and exposure to practice can confidently spot the correct choice.
Preparation Tips Discussed in the Class
- ✅ Revise Core Grammar Rules
Practice with sentence examples — not just definitions. - 📘 Expand Vocabulary Daily
Learn word usage in phrases, not in isolation. - 🧠 Practice with Time Constraint
Simulate exam settings to boost performance. - ✍️ Analyze Your Errors
Revisit wrongly answered questions to avoid repeating mistakes.
Real Exam Relevance
In actual NDA/CDS/AFCAT papers, Fill in the Blanks questions are often:
- Direct (based on fixed rules of grammar)
- Contextual (based on tone and intended meaning)
- Vocabulary-rich (testing word meaning and usage)
Hence, candidates who practice a wide range of rule-based and usage-based blanks stand a better chance of scoring full marks in this section.
Why Officers Need These Language Skills
The ability to choose the right word in a sentence reflects a candidate’s:
- Clarity of thought
- Command over the language
- Preparedness for written communication and SSB interactions
This makes Fill in the Blanks more than a grammar drill — it’s a measure of communication clarity, vital for leadership roles in the armed forces.
Conclusion
The Fill in the Blanks MCQ Live Class 1 gave students a comprehensive exposure to realistic exam-level questions, sharpening their grasp on both grammar fundamentals and vocabulary application. With regular practice, smart revision, and analysis of mistakes, this topic can become a guaranteed scoring area in the English section of NDA, CDS & AFCAT 2 2025 Exams.
