Among the many topics tested in the English section of NDA, CDS, and AFCAT 2 2025 examinations, Reading Comprehension continues to hold critical importance. It not only checks a candidate’s grasp of English language fundamentals but also reflects their ability to comprehend, interpret, and respond to complex written material — an essential quality expected from future officers in the armed forces.
In our Comprehension MCQ Live Class 2, candidates tackled carefully designed MCQ-based comprehension passages. These questions required a strong command over reading skills, contextual interpretation, vocabulary application, and an ability to draw inferences — all of which are consistently tested across defence entrance examinations.
Directions: Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below.
Many sociologists have argued that there is functional relationship between education and economic system. They point to the fact that mass formal education began in industrial society. They note that the expansion of the economies of industrial societies is accompanied by a corresponding expansion of their educational systems. They explain this correspondence in terms of the needs of industry for skilled and trained manpower, needs which are met by the educational system. Thus, the provision of mass elementary education in Britain in 1870 can be seen as a response to the needs of industry for a literate and numerate workforce at a time when industrial processes were becoming more complex and the demand for technical skills was steadily growing.
Q) The industry needs a literate work-force because
(a)its expansion needs sound learning
(b)it relies heavily on expertise
(c)it promotes a competitive spirit
(d)its operations need intricate technical knowledge
Ans. (d)
Q) The author argues that
(a)formal education can be traced to industrial society
(b)industrial society is responsible for expansion of education at mass level
(c)industrial society gave rise to vocational education
(d)industrial society changed the pattern of education
Ans. (a)
Q) The observation of the Sociologists are based on a study of
(a)the statistical data available in a historical context
(b)economic system of the 19th century
(c)the correlation between industry and education in a historical context
(d)growth of industry in the 19th century
Ans. (d)
Q) The Sociologists referred to it in the passage say that the relationship between industry and elementary education was one
(a)based on mutual need
(b)based entirely on the need of the industry
(c)based entirely on economic need
(d)based on some inexplicable historical forces
Ans. (b)
Q) By ‘functional relationship’ is meant
(a)a short-term relationship
(b)practical and utilitarian relationship
(c)temporary arrangement
(d)close and unbreakable relationship
Ans. (b)
For more questions, check out NDA-CDS-AFCAT 2 2025 Exam English Live – Comprehension – MCQ Class 2
What is Tested Under the Comprehension Topic?
Comprehension passages in defence exams test a candidate’s ability to:
- Grasp the central theme or idea of the passage
- Answer factual questions based on details provided
- Identify meanings of words or phrases in context
- Draw logical inferences not directly stated
- Recognize the tone or attitude of the author
In Live Class 2, the focus was placed on a strategic approach to answering such questions — from scanning for keywords to eliminating distractors — which helped candidates optimize both speed and accuracy.
What Was Covered in Comprehension MCQ Live Class 2
The second live class on Comprehension focused on:
- Complex passages with layered meanings
- Sentences with implied meanings and inference-based questions
- Contextual usage of vocabulary
- Questions that required eliminating incorrect interpretations
Each passage was followed by 4–5 MCQs, and candidates were trained to:
- Identify keywords in both the question and passage
- Understand the relationship between sentences
- Use the process of elimination to reject close but incorrect answers
Common Pitfalls & Class Corrections
| Mistake | What We Practiced in Class |
|---|---|
| Misreading long sentences | Break the sentence into parts while reading |
| Choosing the most appealing option | Choose the answer based on the passage, not assumption |
| Rushing through vocabulary questions | Use contextual clues to determine meaning |
| Ignoring tone or author’s attitude | Observe adjectives, verbs, and punctuation for tone |
Outcome of Comprehension Live Class 2
By the end of the session, aspirants were able to:
- Improve reading discipline and attention to detail
- Approach unfamiliar vocabulary with more confidence
- Avoid trap options commonly placed in defence exams
- Develop habits of critical and purposeful reading
Final Thoughts
In the preparation journey for NDA, CDS, and AFCAT 2 2025, the Comprehension topic is not just a language segment — it is a personality and thinking mirror. It tests how attentively a candidate reads, how calmly they interpret under time pressure, and how well they comprehend nuance.
The Comprehension MCQ Live Class 2 was an essential step in helping aspirants fine-tune this skill. Regular practice of varied passages, coupled with strong vocabulary and grammar, will ensure that candidates convert this section into a scoring advantage.
