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CUET English Question Paper 2024 (Set A) is available for download here. NTA conducted CUET 2024 English paper on 15 May in Shift 2A from 3 PM to 3:45 PM. CUET English Question Paper 2024 is based on objective-type questions (MCQs). Candidates get 45 minutes to solve 40 MCQs out of 50 in CUET 2024 question paper for English.
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CUET 2024 English Answer Key ( Set A)
| Serial Number | Question with Options | Answer | Solution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Re-arrange the following phrases in the right sequence to form a meaningful sentence. (A) for seven hours but was hardly (B) because of the absence of any motivation (C) able to decide who the murderer was (D) she worked on the case Options: 1. (A), (C), (D), (B) 2. (D), (A), (C), (B) 3. (D), (C), (B), (A) 4. (A), (B), (C), (D) |
(2) (D), (A), (C), (B) | The correct sequence is: (D), (A), (C), (B). The sentence would be: “She worked on the case for seven hours but was hardly able to decide who the murderer was because of the absence of any motivation.” |
| 2 | Fill in the blank with the correct option. The candidate assured the interviewers that the dip in her grades during her second semester was an since she had always been a top scorer in the first semester. Options: 1. anomaly 2. allay 3. adage 4. abatement |
(1) anomaly | The correct answer is: (1) anomaly. "Anomaly" means something that deviates from the norm. The candidate explains the dip in her grades as an unusual occurrence. |
| 3 | Match the words in List-I with their definitions in List-II. List-I (Words): (A) Theocracy (B) Megalomania (C) Apothecary (D) Antiquarian List-II (Definitions): (I) One who keeps drugs for sale and puts up prescriptions (II) One who collects and studies objects or artistic works from the distant past (III) A government by divine guidance or religious leaders (IV) A morbid delusion of one's power, importance, or godliness Options: 1. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II) 2. (A) - (IV), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (I) 3. (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) 4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (II), (D) - (I) |
(1) (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II) | The correct answer is: (1) - (A) Theocracy: ruled by divine guidance; (B) Megalomania: delusion of power; (C) Apothecary: prepares and sells medicines; (D) Antiquarian: collects ancient items. |
| 4 | Fill in the blank with the correct option. A small between two children ended up as a group fight. Options: 1. altercation 2. match 3. contest 4. race |
(1) altercation | "Altercation" means a heated argument or disagreement, which makes sense in the context of a group fight. |
| 5 | Replace the underlined word with the most appropriate SYNONYM. For some time now, we’ve been toying with the idea of transferring all our business from physical to online sales only. Options: 1. launch 2. showing 3. considering 4. careful |
(3) considering | The correct answer is: (3) considering. "Toying with" means thinking or considering an idea. The word "launch" means to start something, and "showing" and "careful" do not fit here. |
| 6 | Select the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word. At first, the workers were agreeable to the proposals of their Manager, but later they were reconciled to the new proposals. Options: 1. resistant 2. estranged 3. cooperate 4. agreed |
(1) resistant | The opposite of "agreeable" is "resistant," indicating unwillingness to accept. |
| 7 | Complete the sentences in List-I with words from List-II. List-I: (A) She was able to give a explanation in the court. (B) The Rockland Hospital with AIIMS to conduct a screening. (C) Her efforts are despite 4% improvement. (D) The doctors with their diagnosis with tests. List-II: (I) collaborated (II) corroborated (III) credible (IV) creditable Options: 1. (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) |
(1) (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) | The matches are: (A) credible; (B) collaborated; (C) creditable; (D) corroborated. |
| 8 | Fill in the blank with the correct option. Most guests arrived for the concert bus. Options: 1. by 2. with 3. from 4. through |
(1) by | Use "by" to refer to modes of transportation, as in "by bus." |
| 9 | Choose the word closest in meaning to the underlined word. Why did you make that flippant remark about her choice of clothes? Options: 1. sarcastic 2. disrespectful 3. casual 4. indifferent |
(2) disrespectful | "Flippant" suggests a lack of respect or seriousness, making "disrespectful" the closest match. |
| 10 | Select the word opposite in meaning to the underlined word. The thief showed his disbelief when informed that his partner had been arrested. Options: 1. displayed 2. concealed 3. battled 4. marked |
(2) concealed | "Disbelief" means expressing doubt or surprise, and the opposite would be "concealed," meaning hiding one’s emotions. |
| 11 | Fill in the blank with the correct option. The President finally had to the demands of the public for his resignation. Options: 1. ignore 2. initiate 3. accede to 4. condone |
(3) accede to | "Accede to" means to give in or accept something after initial resistance. The President eventually agreed to the public’s demands for his resignation. |
| 12 | Re-arrange the following parts of a sentence in their correct sequence. (A) for organizations which provide (B) services to customers on a face-to-face basis, (C) employees with whom they deal is very important (D) the quality of the relationship between customers and Options: 1. (A), (B), (D), (C) 2. (C), (A), (B), (D) 3. (B), (D), (A), (C) 4. (D), (A), (C), (B) |
(4) (D), (A), (C), (B) | The correct sequence is: (D), (A), (C), (B), forming the sentence: "The quality of the relationship between customers and employees with whom they deal is very important for organizations which provide services on a face-to-face basis." |
| 13 | Re-arrange the following parts of a sentence in the correct sequence. (A) as a concept fundamental to (B) especially with the injunction to treat equals equally (C) justice is associated with the notion of equity and equality, (D) ethical theory and political philosophy Options: 1. (D), (B), (C), (A) 2. (C), (A), (B), (D) 3. (B), (A), (D), (C) 4. (A), (D), (C), (B) |
(2) (C), (A), (B), (D) | The correct sequence is: (C), (A), (B), (D), resulting in: "Justice is associated with the notion of equity and equality, especially with the injunction to treat equals equally as a concept fundamental to ethical theory and political philosophy." |
| 14 | Match the idioms in List-I with their meanings in List-II. List-I (Idioms): (A) blow the gaff (B) at the end of your tether (C) be full of beans (D) want to curl up and die List-II (Meanings): (I) feel unable to deal with something (II) feel terribly ashamed and embarrassed (III) divulge a secret (IV) be full of energy Options: 1. (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) 2. (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) 3. (A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (II), (D) - (III) 4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II) |
(1) (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) | The correct matches are: (A) blow the gaff - divulge a secret, (B) at the end of your tether - feel unable to cope, (C) be full of beans - full of energy, (D) want to curl up and die - feel extreme embarrassment or shame. |
| 15 | Match the blanks in List-I with the prepositions in List-II. List-I: (A) The edited version of her article is indistinguishable her first version. (B) I just don’t feel any affinity his prose style. (C) Her ideas are not all that dissimilar mine. (D) It would be wrong to mistake his diffidence his arrogance. List-II: (I) with (II) to (III) for (IV) from Options: 1. (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) 2. (A) - (I), (B) - (III), (C) - (II), (D) - (IV) 3. (A) - (IV), (B) - (I), (C) - (III), (D) - (II) 4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II) |
(1) (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) | The correct matches are: (A) indistinguishable from, (B) affinity to, (C) dissimilar with, (D) mistake for. |
| 16 | Re-arrange the parts in their correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence. (A) students with tools for critical thinking (B) cooperative learning is an (C) that enhances creativity and provides (D) eclectic and unique teaching method Options: 1. (A), (C), (B), (D) 2. (B), (D), (C), (A) 3. (B), (A), (D), (C) 4. (C), (B), (D), (A) |
(2) (B), (D), (C), (A) | The correct sequence is: (B), (D), (C), (A), forming: "Cooperative learning is an eclectic and unique teaching method that enhances creativity and provides students with tools for critical thinking." |
| 17 | The author grew up with the expectation that she would take up . Options: 1. editorship of a magazine 2. translation of literary pieces 3. creative writing 4. the job of a critic |
(3) creative writing | The passage suggests that the author had familial expectations pushing her toward creative writing. |
| 18 | When her father said, “She will go far,” he meant that . Options: 1. she will travel widely 2. she will achieve great heights in life 3. she will go too far, one of these days 4. she will settle in a far-off place |
(2) she will achieve great heights in life | The phrase "go far" in this context is a metaphor for achieving success and greatness. |
| 19 | Choose a statement which is not true with respect to the passage: Options: 1. The author felt pressurized to write in Hindi because of her father. 2. She felt obligated to carry on the legacy of Premchand. 3. Her family was chauvinistic about the English language. 4. She was in awe of the extensive reach of her grandfather’s writings. |
(3) Her family was chauvinistic about the English language | There is no indication in the passage that her family was chauvinistic about English; it focuses on her struggle with Hindi and carrying on the family legacy. |
| 20 | Premchand became too large for her to understand mainly because of . Options: 1. the societal expectations around his legacy. 2. the complex language in his works. 3. his far-reaching influence and impact. 4. her emotional connection to his work. |
(3) his far-reaching influence and impact | The passage describes how Premchand’s wide influence made it difficult for the author to fully grasp his significance. |
| 21 | "Inhaled his writing" refers to . Options: 1. imbibing his style subconsciously 2. being compelled to write like him 3. being influenced by what people said about him 4. her father’s expectation from her |
(1) imbibing his style subconsciously | “Inhaled his writing” is a metaphor for absorbing her grandfather’s style of writing naturally. |
| 22 | Choose the correct meaning of the word “Ubiquity” as it appears in the passage: Options: 1. Occasional 2. Restricted 3. Omnipresence 4. Unwanted |
(3) Omnipresence | “Ubiquity” refers to being everywhere or widespread, which aligns with its use in the passage. |
| 23 | The author argues that humans don’t have “free will” because . Options: 1. our decisions are shaped by past events and environmental influences. 2. we are born with pre-determined choices. 3. we are always dictated by our mind to make irrational choices. 4. human beings are born slaves of social constructs. |
(1) our decisions are shaped by past events and environmental influences | The author explains that free will is limited because our actions are influenced by prior experiences and environment. |
| 24 | “Karmic imprint” referred to in the passage implies . Options: 1. the ability to bring about change in oneself. 2. our genetic code, upbringing, and environment. 3. the truth of our being, our individuality. 4. the wrongdoings and vices of our past lives. |
(2) our genetic code, upbringing, and environment | The “karmic imprint” refers to the influences shaping us, including genetics and upbringing. |
| 25 | “Free will” can be experienced if . Options: 1. we embrace our past experiences and conditioning. 2. we make choices without considering the consequences. 3. we let go of our ego, attachments, and fixed beliefs. 4. we accumulate more karmic imprints. |
(3) we let go of our ego, attachments, and fixed beliefs | According to the passage, free will can be experienced when one detaches from external influences and internal biases. |
| 26 | The author suggests that the idea of “free will” is a myth by suggesting that . Options: 1. our ability to make a choice is restricted by our predispositions. 2. we are unable to bring change in ourselves. 3. our choices are solely guided by the current environment. 4. our choices are completely independent of past events. |
(1) our ability to make a choice is restricted by our predispositions | The author argues free will is limited as people are influenced by past experiences, genetics, and environment. |
| 27 | What does the author propose as a means to expand one’s agency? Options: 1. Making choices frequently and impulsively. 2. Engaging in sustained inner work and self-awareness. 3. Holding on to fixed beliefs and mindsets. 4. Ignoring one’s past experiences and dispositions. |
(2) Engaging in sustained inner work and self-awareness | The passage suggests that self-awareness and introspection allow individuals to expand their sense of agency. |
| 28 | What could be a suitable title for this passage? Options: 1. Definition of “Free Will”. 2. Our backstory – key to a successful life. 3. Do human beings really have “Free Will”? 4. Making Choices – Every Man’s Prerogative! |
(3) Do human beings really have “Free Will”? | This title reflects the main theme, which questions the existence of true free will. |
| 29 | Cocoa was first introduced by the . Options: 1. American people 2. Olmec people 3. Aztec people 4. Spanish people |
(2) Olmec people | Cocoa was first introduced by the Olmec civilization, who are considered the first to cultivate cacao. |
| 30 | The Aztec people made their cocoa palatable by . Options: 1. serving it cold 2. adding sugar to the drink 3. spiking it with spices 4. drinking it as a medicine |
(3) spiking it with spices | The Aztec people enhanced their cocoa drink by adding spices, such as chili, for flavor. |
| 31 | Why did hot chocolate become “the beverage of the aristocracy” in Europe? Options: 1. The essential ingredient was out of reach of the commoners. 2. The Queen had a marked chocolate maker. 3. Only wealthy Europeans could buy it. 4. It was being consumed by the pharma companies. |
(1) The essential ingredient was out of reach of the commoners. | Hot chocolate was considered a luxury in Europe due to the high cost of cocoa, making it accessible only to the wealthy elite. |
| 32 | The Chocolate Houses didn’t survive past the 18th century as . Options: 1. people preferred tea/coffee to hot chocolate. 2. it catered to the not-so-elite of society. 3. chocolate was costlier than tea or coffee. 4. the supply of cocoa dwindled over the years. |
(3) chocolate was costlier than tea or coffee | Due to the high cost of chocolate compared to other popular beverages like tea and coffee, Chocolate Houses declined in popularity. |
| 33 | Choose the correct statement from the following. Options: 1. Italians serve hot chocolate flavored with spices. 2. Mexicans serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of cream. 3. Colombians serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of cheese. 4. Filipinos serve hot chocolate flavored with peppers. |
(3) Colombians serve hot chocolate topped with a dollop of cheese. | In Colombia, it is traditional to serve hot chocolate with cheese, which melts into the drink, adding a unique flavor. |
| 34 | Choose the correct meaning of the expression “caught on with the masses.” Options: 1. was readily available in cafes. 2. became popular among the commoners. 3. hot chocolate did not appeal to people. 4. masses got attracted to the rich experience of drinking hot chocolate. |
(2) became popular among the commoners. | “Caught on” means becoming popular or widely accepted among the general public. |
| 35 | Which of the following varieties of coffee is the most sold in the world? Options: 1. Coffea Canephora 2. Coffea Arabica 3. Coffea Eugenioides 4. A blend of Coffea Canephora and Coffea Arabica |
(2) Coffea Arabica | Coffea Arabica is the most popular coffee variety sold worldwide due to its smooth flavor and lower caffeine content. |
| 36 | Which of the following species of coffee has more than two copies of each chromosome? Options: 1. Arabica 2. Robusta 3. Coffea Eugenioides 4. A blend of Arabica and Robusta |
(1) Arabica | Coffea Arabica is a polyploid species, meaning it has more than two sets of chromosomes, which contributes to its unique characteristics. |
| 37 | Which of the following statements is true about Coffea Arabica? Options: 1. Hybridization is the main source of its genetic variation. 2. It has only two copies of each chromosome. 3. It displays the phenomenon of polyploidy. 4. It is easily interbred with other species. |
(3) It displays the phenomenon of polyploidy. | Coffea Arabica is a polyploid species, which is a rare trait that adds to its genetic diversity and distinct flavor profile. |
| 38 | Which of the following species of coffee developed only in the last 50,000 years? Options: 1. Coffea Canephora 2. Coffea Eugenioides 3. Arabica 4. Robusta |
(3) Arabica | Coffea Arabica is a relatively recent species, originating from a natural hybridization event about 50,000 years ago. |
| 39 | Which of the following types of variability is not very high for Coffea Arabica? Options: 1. Variability at the structural level. 2. Variability at the chromosomal level. 3. Variability at the level of deletions and insertions. 4. Variability at the DNA level. |
(4) Variability at the DNA level | Coffea Arabica is known for its low genetic variability at the DNA level, despite its polyploid nature. |
| 40 | Choose the statement that is factually incorrect from the options below. Options: 1. It is possible to roast the beans of a single species of coffee. 2. Two species of coffee can be blended to make a brew. 3. Due to its genetic make-up, novel mutations do not occur in the species Coffea Arabica. 4. Variations in disease resistance can be seen in the Arabica coffee plant. |
(3) Due to its genetic make-up, novel mutations do not occur in the species Coffea Arabica. | This statement is incorrect as mutations can still occur in Coffea Arabica despite its low DNA variability. |
| 41 | Re-arrange the following phrases in the correct sequence to form a meaningful sentence. (A) created by human (B) collective cultural heritage (C) all languages (D) communities are our Options: 1. (A), (B), (D), (C) 2. (B), (A), (D), (C) 3. (C), (A), (D), (B) 4. (D), (B), (C), (A) |
(3) (C), (A), (D), (B) | The correct sequence is: (C), (A), (D), (B). The full sentence is: "All languages created by human communities are our collective cultural heritage." |
| 42 | Fill in the blank with the correct option to form a meaningful sentence. The Principal addressed us in the assembly and the rumors of an early summer break. Options: 1. defended 2. quashed 3. cleared 4. rebuked |
(2) quashed | The Principal "quashed" the rumors, meaning he dismissed the false information about an early summer break. |
| 43 | Complete the sentences in List-I with the appropriate phrasal verbs in List-II. List-I (Sentences): (A) She was very with him for his offensive remarks on women in politics. (B) I have plenty of interesting books to to book lovers. (C) Strange that people easily to temptation and ruin their reputation! (D) Rahul is trying to on his smoking. List-II (Phrasal Verbs): (I) give away (II) cut down (III) cut up (IV) give in Options: 1. (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) 2. (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) 3. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III) 4. (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) |
(1) (A) - (III), (B) - (I), (C) - (IV), (D) - (II) | The correct matches are: (A) cut up - deeply upset, (B) give away - distribute, (C) give in - surrender, (D) cut down - reduce. |
| 44 | Complete the sentences in List-I with the appropriate adverbs in List-II. List-I (Sentences): (A) I thought the restaurant would be expensive but it was affordable. (B) It was a serious accident. But the car was damaged. (C) The meeting was a disaster as it was very organized. (D) Mira is gifted; she has the ability to learn any language . List-II (Adverbs): (I) badly (II) reasonably (III) quickly (IV) hardly Options: 1. (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) 2. (A) - (IV), (B) - (II), (C) - (III), (D) - (I) 3. (A) - (I), (B) - (II), (C) - (IV), (D) - (III) 4. (A) - (III), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (II) |
(1) (A) - (II), (B) - (IV), (C) - (I), (D) - (III) | The correct answers are: (A) reasonably affordable, (B) hardly damaged, (C) badly organized, (D) quickly learns. |
| 45 | Choose the appropriate word pair to complete the sentence. I didn’t know Rahul was in the hospital. If I , I would him. Options: 1. knew, go 2. had known, have visited 3. have known, be going 4. know, had gone |
(2) had known, have visited | The past perfect "had known" and "would have visited" create the correct conditional structure. |
| 46 | Identify the option closest in meaning to the underlined word. The movie star’s biography is a glossy, sycophantic portrayal. Options: 1. cowardly 2. domineering 3. flattering 4. insolent |
(3) flattering | "Sycophantic" means excessively flattering or submissive, often to gain favor. |
| 47 | Choose the correct antonym of the underlined word. The Minister unleashed a compliment against the newspaper for its biased editorial on illiteracy among women. Options: 1. denunciation 2. endorsement 3. regulation 4. speculation |
(1) denunciation | A "denunciation" is the opposite of a "compliment," meaning public condemnation of something. |
| 48 | Choose the correct synonym for "redoubtable" from the options. Options: 1. flimsy 2. perplexing 3. formidable 4. voluble |
(3) formidable | "Redoubtable" means inspiring fear or respect, often due to being formidable. |
| 49 | Choose the correct antonym for "sullen" from the options. Options: 1. morose 2. reticent 3. timid 4. genial |
(4) genial | "Sullen" means gloomy or sulky, and the opposite of this is "genial," meaning cheerful and friendly. |
| 50 | Rearrange the following parts in the correct sequence to make a meaningful sentence. (A) are inborn but our (B) constituents of flavor, are learned (C) our responses to basic tastes (D) perceptions of smells, the main Options: 1. (B), (D), (A), (C) 2. (A), (C), (B), (D) 3. (C), (A), (D), (B) 4. (C), (B), (D), (A) |
(3) (C), (A), (D), (B) | The correct sequence is: (C), (A), (D), (B), forming the sentence: "Our responses to basic tastes are inborn, but our perceptions of smells, the main constituents of flavor, are learned." |
CUET Questions
1. If \( A = \begin{bmatrix} 5 & 1 \\ -2 & 0 \end{bmatrix} \) and \( B^T = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 10 \\ -2 & -1 \end{bmatrix} \), then the matrix \( AB \) is:
If \( A = \begin{bmatrix} 5 & 1 \\ -2 & 0 \end{bmatrix} \) and \( B^T = \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 10 \\ -2 & -1 \end{bmatrix} \), then the matrix \( AB \) is:
- \( \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 10 \\ -1 & 0 \end{bmatrix} \)
- \( \begin{bmatrix} 15 & -11 \\ -2 & 4 \end{bmatrix} \)
- \( \begin{bmatrix} 3 & 49 \\ -2 & -20 \end{bmatrix} \)
- \( \begin{bmatrix} 1 & 9 \\ -2 & -20 \end{bmatrix} \)
2. If \( y = e^{{2}\log_e t} \) and \( x = \log_3(e^{t^2}) \), then \( \frac{dy}{dx} \) is equal to:
If \( y = e^{{2}\log_e t} \) and \( x = \log_3(e^{t^2}) \), then \( \frac{dy}{dx} \) is equal to:
- \( \frac{1}{4t\sqrt{t}} \)
- \({2t^2} \)
- \( \frac{\log_e 3}{4t\sqrt{t}} \)
- \( \frac{2t^2}{e^{\frac{1}{2}\log_e t}} \)
3. The correct solution of \(-22 < 8x - 6 \leq 26\) is the interval:
The correct solution of \(-22 < 8x - 6 \leq 26\) is the interval:
- \([-2, 4]\)
- \((-2, 4]\)
- \((-2, 4)\)
- \([-2, 4)\)
4. David can row a boat in still water at the rate of 5 km/hr. He rowed in a river downstream to meet his friend. After returning back, he observed that the duration of the upstream journey was three times that of the downstream journey. The speed of the stream was:
David can row a boat in still water at the rate of 5 km/hr. He rowed in a river downstream to meet his friend. After returning back, he observed that the duration of the upstream journey was three times that of the downstream journey. The speed of the stream was:
- 2 km/hr
- 2.5 km/hr
- 3 km/hr
- 3.5 km/hr
5. For the curve \( y(1 + x^2) = 2 - x \), if \(\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{A}\) at the point where the curve crosses the x-axis, then the value of \( A \) is:
For the curve \( y(1 + x^2) = 2 - x \), if \(\frac{dy}{dx} = \frac{1}{A}\) at the point where the curve crosses the x-axis, then the value of \( A \) is:
- 5
- -5
- -1
- 0
6. A sample size of \(x\) is considered to be sufficient to hold the Central Limit Theorem (CLT). The value of \(x\) should be:
A sample size of \(x\) is considered to be sufficient to hold the Central Limit Theorem (CLT). The value of \(x\) should be:
- less than 20
- greater than or equal to 30
- less than 30
- sample size does not affect the CLT
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