CDS ENGLISH CAPSULE COURSE

CDS ENGLISH CAPSULE COURSE
Module 1: Grammar and Usage
 Parts of Speech: In-depth focus on Nouns, Pronouns, Adjectives, Adverbs,
Conjunctions, Prepositions, and their advanced usage.
 Tenses: Detailed explanation of all tenses, including future perfect
continuous and their correct applications.
 Subject-Verb Agreement: Advanced rules, particularly in complex
sentences.
 Voice (Active and Passive): Mastery of voice changes in all tenses.
 Direct and Indirect Speech: Thorough practice of reporting speech,
including tricky cases (imperative sentences, questions).
Practice Sessions:
 Daily practice of complex sentence transformations (active/passive,
direct/indirect).
 Exercises on advanced grammar rules.
Module 2: Vocabulary Enhancement
 Synonyms and Antonyms: Learn at least 100 advanced-level synonyms and
antonyms, focusing on words frequently used in CDS exams.
 One-Word Substitution: Focus on slightly more complex terms and their
usage in formal writing.
 Idioms and Phrases: Understanding idiomatic expressions common in
formal and informal language.
 Phrasal Verbs: Learning combinations of verbs and prepositions that have
idiomatic meanings.
 Words Commonly Confused: Homophones, homonyms, and other
confusing word pairs.
Practice Sessions:
 Regular vocabulary building through reading newspapers, editorials, and
journals.
 Use of flashcards and quizzes for active recall.
Module 3: Reading Comprehension and Analysis
 Comprehension Skills: Advanced-level comprehension, including inference
based questions, main idea identification, and vocabulary in context.
 Passage Types: Reading passages from a variety of genres, including
literature, philosophy, history, and current events.
 Critical Reading: Developing skills to analyze tone, purpose, and attitude of
the writer.
 Summarization: Techniques to summarize long passages into concise
statements.
Practice Sessions:
 Daily comprehension exercises, focusing on answering all types of questions
(inference, detail, tone).
 Speed reading sessions to enhance reading efficiency.
Module 4: Spotting Errors and Sentence Correction
 Common Grammatical Errors: Tense misuse, incorrect verb forms,
misplaced modifiers, subject-verb agreement, incorrect use of prepositions,
articles.
 Punctuation: Understanding the proper use of commas, semi-colons,
colons, and other punctuation marks in complex sentences.
 Sentence Structure: Recognizing and correcting fragmented or run-on
sentences.
Practice Sessions:
 Daily sentence error spotting drills from previous year papers.
 Advanced grammar exercises with detailed explanations of corrections.
Module 5: Sentence Arrangement and Improvement
 Jumbled Sentences: Reordering sentences to form coherent paragraphs,
focusing on the logical flow of ideas.
 Improving Sentences: Identifying and correcting awkward or unclear
sentences to enhance clarity and precision.
 Paragraph Completion: Choosing the most suitable sentence to complete a
passage.
Practice Sessions:
 Daily jumbled sentence arrangement exercises.
 Improving sentence structure and cohesion through practice papers.
Module 6: Fill in the Blanks
 Contextual Vocabulary: Filling in blanks using correct vocabulary or
grammar based on the context.
 Grammar and Vocabulary Practice: Using prepositions, articles, and
appropriate tense in fill-in-the-blank exercises.
Practice Sessions:
 Regular fill-in-the-blank exercises focusing on contextual usage.
 Vocabulary and grammar enhancement through targeted exercises.
Module 7: Practice Papers and Mock Tests
 Previous Year Papers: Regular practice of CDS English papers to familiarize
with exam format and types of questions.
 Mock Tests: Conduct full-length mock tests to assess performance, improve
speed, and manage time effectively.
 Error Analysis and Revision: Review wrong answers to understand errors
and learn the correct rules.
Practice Sessions:
 Weekly mock tests under exam conditions.
 Analysis of mistakes and revision of weak areas.