The Word Classes topic continues to be a high-utility area in the English section of NDA and CDS examinations, as it directly tests a candidate’s understanding of how words function in a sentence. While Live Class 1 focused on identification and usage, Live Class 2 was designed specifically to prepare aspirants for Matching List type multiple choice questions based on basic parts of speech.
This article outlines the focus of the class, the structure of Matching List questions, and why mastery of word classes is crucial for scoring well in NDA & CDS 1 2026.
Purpose of Live Class 2
The primary aim of this session was to:
- Familiarise students with Matching List MCQ format
- Strengthen conceptual clarity of basic parts of speech
- Train aspirants to quickly categorise words based on function
- Reduce confusion between similar word classes
- Improve accuracy and speed in exam conditions
The session was entirely practice-oriented and exam-driven.
Understanding Matching List Questions in NDA & CDS
In Matching List MCQs, candidates are typically given:
- List I – words, phrases, or underlined items
- List II – categories such as parts of speech
The task is to match each word with its correct word class and choose the correct option based on the combination.
This format checks:
- Depth of grammatical understanding
- Ability to classify words accurately
- Awareness of functional usage rather than memorisation
Basic Parts of Speech Tested in Matching List MCQs
The class focused on the following core word classes frequently used in Matching List questions:
- Noun – naming words
- Pronoun – substitutes for nouns
- Verb – action or state of being
- Adjective – words describing nouns
- Adverb – modifiers of verbs, adjectives, or adverbs
- Preposition – words showing relation
- Conjunction – words joining clauses or sentences
- Determiner / Article – words limiting or defining nouns
Each word was analysed in context, not in isolation.
Importance of Word Classes Matching List Questions
1. High Scoring Potential
Matching List questions allow elimination techniques, increasing accuracy.
2. Tests Conceptual Strength
Only strong fundamentals help in correct classification.
3. Time-Efficient in Exams
With practice, these questions can be solved quickly.
4. Supports Other Grammar Topics
Word class clarity helps in:
- Sentence Improvement
- Error Spotting
- Fill in the Blanks
- Cloze Tests
Strategies Taught in Live Class 2
✔ Identify the function first – what role the word plays
✔ Check nearby words – articles, auxiliaries, prepositions give clues
✔ Do not rely on dictionary meaning
✔ Eliminate impossible matches first
✔ Re-check final combinations carefully
These strategies were practised repeatedly through exam-level MCQs.
Common Mistakes Addressed in Class
- Treating meaning as more important than function
- Ignoring sentence structure
- Misclassifying determiners as adjectives
- Confusing verbs with verbal nouns
- Rushing through matching without cross-checking
Recognising these mistakes helped students improve accuracy.
Conclusion
The Word Classes Live Class 2 for NDA & CDS 1 2026 played a vital role in training aspirants to handle Matching List MCQs confidently. By reinforcing the fundamentals of basic parts of speech and focusing on classification through practice, the class ensured that students could approach such questions with clarity, speed, and precision.
With consistent revision and practice, Word Classes can become a dependable and scoring topic in the English section of NDA and CDS examinations.
