CUET UG English 2026 May 13 Question Paper and Answer Key (OUT); Check Memory-Based Analysis

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Updated on May 13, 2026 13:41 IST
CUET UG English 2026 May 13 shift 1 exam has concluded. Candidates can check the CUET English 2026 memory based questions, answer key and analysis. NTA has recorded the highest number of registrations in CUET 2026 English exam. Check complete details on this page.

CUET UG English 2026 May 13 shift 1 exam has concluded. Candidates can check the CUET English 2026 memory-based questions, answer key and analysis. NTA has recorded the highest number of registrations in CUET 2026 English exam. Check complete details on this page.

CUET UG English 2026 May 13

CUET UG English 2026 May 13

CUET UG English 2026 May 13: National Testing Agency has concluded the CUET UG 2026 English May 13 examination. Students can now check the memory based CUET English 2026 questions and answer key on this page. The difficulty level of CUET English 2026 was easy to moderate. To score well in CUET exam, candidates must be familiar with the important vocabulary words and focus on previous year CUET UG English question papers.

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CUET UG 2026 May 13 English Question Paper with Answer Key (Memory-Based)

Candidates can check below to know the CUET UG English 2026 May 13 question paper and answer key. The questions are provided based on student memory-based review and expert analysis.

Topic

Question and Answer Key

Vocabulary Questions

Q. Choose the meaning of “Diligent.”
Answer: Hardworking
Q. Choose the meaning of “Pertinent.”
Answer: Relevant
Q. Choose the synonym of “Unsympathetic.”
Answer: Unkind

Active and Passive Voice

Change into passive voice:
1. “They completed the project yesterday.”
Answer: The project was completed yesterday.
Change into active voice:
2. “The speech was delivered by the principal.”
Answer: The principal delivered the speech.

Narration (Reported Speech)

She said, “I am preparing for CUET.”
Answer: She said that she was preparing for CUET.
Rahul said, “Will you help me?”
Answer: Rahul asked if I would help him.

Figure of Speech

Identify the figure of speech:
1. “The pen is mightier than the sword.”
Answer: Metonymy
2. “The classroom was a zoo.”
Answer: Metaphor
3. “Time flies.”
Answer: Personification

Homophones

Select the correct word:
“I saw a wild _____ in the forest.”
Answer: Boar
Fill in the blank:
“He could not _____ the pain.”
Answer: Bear
Choose the correct word:
“They ordered root _____ at the café.”
Answer: Beer

Rearrangement of Sentences

Arrange the following in correct order:
A. He entered the room quietly.
B. Everyone looked at him.
C. The meeting had already begun.
D. He apologized for being late.
Answer: C → A → B → D

Adjective Usage

Choose the correct option:
“There are _____ students in the hall today.”
Answer: Fewer
Select the correct sentence:
Answer: She has less water in the bottle.

One-Word Substitution

Government ruled by the rich:
Answer: Plutocracy
One who loves books:
Answer: Bibliophile

Tea Related Vocabulary

To drink tea noisily is called:
Answer: Slurp
To drink slowly in small quantities is called:
Answer: Sip
To drink quickly is called:
Answer: Gulp

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Commonly asked questions
Q:   What type of questions are asked in the CUET exam?
A: 

The CUET questions are objective in nature and carries four options also known as MCQs. Candidates will have to choose the correct answer option and click on it with the help of a mouse. Since CUET UG  exam will be conducted in CBT mode, test-takers will be able to mark only one answer option. 

Q:   What is the CUET marking scheme?
A: 

NTA prescribes the CUET UG marking scheme. Check below to know the CUET UG marking scheme:

  • Correct answer or the most appropriate answer: Five marks (+5)
  • Any incorrect option marked will be given minus one mark (-1).
  • Unanswered/Marked for Review will be given no mark (0).
  • If more than one option is found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to only those who have marked any of the correct options.
  • If all options are found to be correct then Five marks (+5) will be awarded to all those who have attempted the question.
  • If none of the options is found correct or a question is found to be wrong or a question is dropped, then all candidates who have attempted the dropped question will be given five marks (+5) marks.
Q:   Why should I practice with CUET question papers from previous years?
A: 

Practicing with CUET UG (Common University Entrance Test) question papers from previous years offers following benefits:

  1. Helps in knowing format, structure, and types of questions.

  2. Student can know repeated question types.

  3. Help students know weak and strong sections

  4. Helps in developing important skills.

  5. Regularly solving CUET question papers improves problem-solving skills and speed.

Q:   Is it compulsory to attempt all the sections of the CUET question paper?
A: 

CUET UG question paper for each subject will consist of 50 questions. Candidates will be required to attempt all questions and no optional questions will be provided. In CUET UG, there are 37 subjects: 13 languages, 23 domain subjects and general tests. While filling the CUET application form, candidates can select up to five CUET subjects aligning with the subjects studied in class 12th and course requirements.

Candidates must attempt all the questions of the subjects selected. However, candidates must keep in mind the negative marking and select the options carefully.

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CUET UG English May 13 2026 Difficulty Level

CUET UG 2026 May 13 English exam is being held in CBT mode. The question paper consists of 50 multiple choice questions which have to be attempted in one hour duration. Check the table below to know the CUET UG 2026 English May 13 analysis:

Shifts

CUET English Difficulty Level

Shift 1

Easy to Moderate

Shift 2

To be updated

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  • They should have a minimum of 55 percent in Class 12
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No, CUET is conducted on multiple days in more than one shift. According to last year, NTA conducts CUET exam in two shifts. Candidates get the CUET exam dates for their subjects in admit card.

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Answered 6 days ago

Yes, you can take CUET UG exam again. There is no restriction on the number of attempts a candidate can take in CUET exam. As long as they meet the age limit of their target university for preferred course, students can apply for CUET exam for more than one time. 

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Yes, CUET is paid. Candidates have to pay according to the category they are applying through and number of subject they are opting.

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Rachit Katariya

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Yes, you can crack CUET UG exam with self-study. As the syllabus for CUET exam is similar to that of Class 12 syllabus, candidates have already covered the basic concepts for Boards exam. For CUET preparation, they have to work on their time management skills and quick problem solving skills as the

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Nishtha Rai

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