The Word Classes topic, commonly referred to as Parts of Speech, is one of the most fundamental areas of the English section in NDA and CDS examinations. A clear understanding of word classes is essential not only for direct questions from this topic but also for solving a wide range of grammar and vocabulary-based MCQs across the paper.
The NDA & CDS 1 2026 English Live Class 1 on Word Classes was conducted to strengthen aspirants’ foundation in basic parts of speech and train them to apply this knowledge effectively in multiple choice questions.
This article highlights the focus areas of the class, the nature of MCQs covered, and the importance of Word Classes for upcoming defence exams.
Objective of the Live Class
The main objectives of Live Class 1 were to help students:
- Understand the concept of Word Classes
- Identify different parts of speech in a sentence
- Recognise how the same word can function as different word classes
- Apply basic grammatical knowledge to solve MCQs
- Build a strong base for advanced grammar topics
The emphasis was on concept clarity and practical application.
Understanding Word Classes in NDA & CDS Exams
Word Classes refer to the categories into which words are classified based on their function in a sentence. The basic word classes tested in NDA & CDS include:
- Noun
- Pronoun
- Verb
- Adjective
- Adverb
- Preposition
- Conjunction
- Article / Determiner
Questions from this topic check whether candidates understand how a word works, not just what it means.
Importance of Word Classes in NDA & CDS Exams
1. Foundation of English Grammar
Every grammar topic depends on understanding word classes.
2. Direct Questions in Exams
Word Class-based MCQs are asked directly in NDA & CDS papers.
3. Helps in Solving Other Topics
Strong command over word classes supports:
- Sentence Improvement
- Error Spotting
- Fill in the Blanks
- Cloze Test
4. Prevents Silly Mistakes
Knowing the correct word class reduces guesswork and confusion.
Strategies Taught for Solving Word Classes MCQs
✔ Focus on function, not meaning
Identify what the word is doing in the sentence.
✔ Look at neighbouring words
Articles, prepositions, and verbs often signal the word class.
✔ Do not rely on memorised definitions
Context determines the word class.
✔ Read the sentence completely
Partial reading leads to wrong classification.
Conclusion
The Word Classes Live Class 1 for NDA & CDS 1 2026 provided aspirants with a clear and structured understanding of basic parts of speech, forming a strong grammatical foundation for advanced topics. Through targeted MCQs and contextual explanation, students learned to identify and apply word classes accurately in exam-level questions.
With regular practice, Word Classes can become a quick and reliable scoring area in the English section of NDA and CDS examinations.
