The topic of Ordering of Words in a Sentence is vital in the English section of competitive exams like NDA, CDS, and AFCAT. These questions assess a candidate’s ability to arrange jumbled words into a logical, grammatically sound sentence, testing their understanding of sentence structure and coherence. Such questions require an in-depth knowledge of syntax, grammar rules, and logical flow, all essential for effectively navigating English language challenges in competitive exams.
Mastering sentence structure is essential when tackling Ordering of Words questions. Candidates must understand the roles of subjects, verbs, and objects, as well as how modifiers, prepositions, and connectors interact within sentences. An error in any of these areas can distort the meaning, leading to a sentence that is either grammatically incorrect or confusing. Hence, a solid foundation in sentence structure enables candidates to quickly determine the logical order of words, arranging them in a way that makes sense both grammatically and contextually.
In Ordering of Words in a Sentence Class 2, I conducted an MCQ session to reinforce these principles. Candidates practiced solving key questions, applying their understanding of sentence formation to rearrange words swiftly and accurately. This session emphasized the importance of recognizing sentence patterns and provided candidates with essential strategies for managing their time effectively in the actual exam.
Directions: Each of the following items in this section consists of a sentence, parts of which have been jumbled. These parts have been labelled as P, Q, R and S. Given below each sentence are four sequences, namely (a),(b), (c), and (d). You are required to re-arrange the jumbled parts of the sentence and mark your response accordingly.
Q) P. going by the Greek writer Athenaeus of Naucratis
Q. that could carry a large number of people,
R. king Hiero II gave Archimedes the task of designing a ship
S. supplies and could be used as a naval warship
(a) QPRSÂ (b) PRQSÂ (c) RPQSÂ (d) RPSQ
Ans. (b)
Q) P. and which attempted a revival of the ultimate monistic basis of Hinduism
Q. a leader of the Brahmo Samaj,
R. Rabindranath Tagore was the youngest son of Debendranath Tagore
S. which was a new religious sect in 19th Century Bengal
(a) QPRSÂ (b) QSRPÂ (c) RPQSÂ (d) RQSP
Ans. (d)
Q) P. the king announces that
Q. Prince of the Cumberland, which is the last stop
R. his son Malcolm will be named
S. before being King of Scotland
(a) QPRSÂ (b) PRQSÂ (c) RPQSÂ (d) RPSQ
Ans. (b)
Q) P. the position of her tongue
Q. lightly over her face and let her feel
R. and lips when she made a sound
S. Miss Fuller passed Helen’s hand
(a) QPRSÂ (b) QSRPÂ (c) SQPRÂ (d) RPSQ
Ans. (c)
Q) P. brings out the magic and music
Q. William Wordsworth, the passionate lover of nature,
R. simple annals of the country-folk
S. lying latent in the short and
(a) QPSRÂ (b) QSRPÂ (c) RPQSÂ (d) RPSQ
Ans. (a)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 1 2025 Exam English Live – Ordering of Words – Class 2
In summary, Ordering of Words in a Sentence plays a crucial role in competitive exams by evaluating a candidate’s knowledge of sentence structure and logical arrangement. Mastering this topic enhances analytical skills and builds confidence, making candidates more prepared for the wide-ranging English challenges they’ll face in NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exams.
