CUET UG General Test Speed Drill 2025

This fast-paced 30-minute speed drill is designed to improve your speed and accuracy for the CUET General Test section. The test focuses on quick problem-solving with time constraints similar to the actual exam.

📋 Test Overview

Test Details

• Total Questions: 45
• Total Marks: 225
• Duration: 30 minutes
• Marking Scheme: +5 for correct answer, -1 for wrong answer
• Target Time: 40 seconds per question

Section Breakdown

1. Logical Reasoning: 15 questions (75 marks)
2. Quantitative Aptitude: 15 questions (75 marks)
3. General Knowledge: 15 questions (75 marks)

Speed Test Objectives

• Time Management: Complete all questions within time limit
• Accuracy: Minimize negative marking
• Quick Thinking: Develop rapid problem-solving skills
• Stress Handling: Perform under time pressure

🧠 Section A: Logical Reasoning (15 Questions)

Time Allotted: 10 minutes | 40 seconds per question

Instructions: Choose the most appropriate option quickly**

1. Number Series: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, ? A) 42 B) 40 C) 45 D) 48

2. Analogy: Doctor is to Hospital as Teacher is to ? A) School B) College C) University D) Classroom

3. Classification: Find the odd one out: A) Apple B) Orange C) Potato D) Banana

4. Blood Relation: A’s mother is B’s daughter. A is the grandson of C. How is C related to A? A) Father B) Grandfather C) Uncle D) Brother

5. Direction Sense: A person walks 5 km north, then turns east and walks 3 km, then turns south and walks 2 km. How far is he from the starting point? A) 2 km B) 3 km C) 4 km D) 5 km

6. Alphabet Series: AB, DE, GH, JK, ? A) LM B) NO C) PQ D) RS

7. Syllogism: All cats are animals. Some animals are dogs. Which conclusion follows? A) Some dogs are cats B) Some cats are dogs C) Some animals are cats D) All dogs are animals

8. Coding-Decoding: If HOUSE is coded as KRXVH, then ROSE is coded as? A) ULWH B) ULVH C) ULXH D) ULWJ

9. Mirror Image: Which of the following is the mirror image of 2:45?

10. Number Puzzle: If 5 + 3 = 16, 7 + 2 = 36, then 8 + 4 = ? A) 48 B) 56 C) 64 D) 72

11. Statement-Conclusion: All students are intelligent. Ram is intelligent. Which conclusion follows? A) Ram is a student B) Ram is not a student C) Some intelligent people are students D) All intelligent people are students

12. Clock: What will be the angle between hour and minute hands at 3:15? A) 0° B) 7.5° C) 15° D) 22.5°

13. Ranking: In a class of 50 students, A ranks 15th from the top. What is his rank from the bottom? A) 35th B) 36th C) 34th D) 37th

14. Calendar: If January 1, 2025 is Wednesday, what will be February 1, 2025? A) Friday B) Saturday C) Sunday D) Monday

15. Dice: Two opposite faces of a dice add up to 7. If one face shows 3, what will be on the opposite face? A) 2 B) 4 C) 5 D) 6

🔢 Section B: Quantitative Aptitude (15 Questions)

Time Allotted: 10 minutes | 40 seconds per question

Instructions: Choose the correct answer quickly**

16. Percentage: 40% of 250 is equal to? A) 80 B) 100 C) 120 D) 1000

17. Simplification: 25 + 15 ÷ 3 × 4 - 8 = ? A) 37 B) 33 C) 31 D) 29

18. Profit and Loss: A shopkeeper buys an article for Rs. 400 and sells it for Rs. 500. What is his profit percentage? A) 20% B) 25% C) 30% D) 35%

19. Ratio: The ratio of boys to girls in a class is 3:2. If there are 30 girls, how many boys are there? A) 45 B) 40 C) 35 D) 50

20. Average: The average of 5 numbers is 20. If one number is removed, the average becomes 18. What was the removed number? A) 28 B) 25 C) 30 D) 22

21. Time and Work: A can complete a work in 10 days, B can complete it in 15 days. How many days will they take to complete the work together? A) 5 days B) 6 days C) 8 days D) 12 days

22. Simple Interest: The simple interest on Rs. 1000 for 2 years at 5% per annum is? A) Rs. 100 B) Rs. 150 C) Rs. 200 D) Rs. 250

23. Area: The area of a square with side 10 cm is? A) 80 sq. cm B) 100 sq. cm C) 120 sq. cm D) 140 sq. cm

24. Time and Distance: A car travels 180 km in 3 hours. What is its speed? A) 45 km/h B) 50 km/h C) 60 km/h D) 65 km/h

25. Percentage: What percentage of 80 is 20? A) 20% B) 25% C) 30% D) 35%

26. Algebra: If x + 5 = 12, then x = ? A) 5 B) 6 C) 7 D) 8

27. Fractions: Which of the following fractions is the largest? A) 1/2 B) 2/3 C) 3/4 D) 4/5

28. Volume: The volume of a cube with side 4 cm is? A) 32 cu. cm B) 48 cu. cm C) 64 cu. cm D) 96 cu. cm

29. Discount: An article marked at Rs. 500 is sold at a 20% discount. What is the selling price? A) Rs. 300 B) Rs. 350 C) Rs. 400 D) Rs. 450

30. Square Root: √144 = ? A) 10 B) 12 C) 14 D) 16

📚 Section C: General Knowledge (15 Questions)

Time Allotted: 10 minutes | 40 seconds per question

Instructions: Choose the correct answer quickly**

31. India’s Capital: What is the capital of India? A) Mumbai B) Delhi C) Kolkata D) Chennai

32. National Animal: Which animal is the national animal of India? A) Lion B) Tiger C) Elephant D) Horse

33. Currency: What is the currency of India? A) Dollar B) Pound C) Rupee D) Euro

34. Independence Day: India celebrates Independence Day on? A) 15th August B) 26th January C) 2nd October D) 5th September

35. Prime Minister: Who is the current Prime Minister of India? (as of 2025) A) Narendra Modi B) Rahul Gandhi C) Amit Shah D) Manmohan Singh

36. First President: Who was the first President of India? A) Mahatma Gandhi B) Jawaharlal Nehru C) Dr. Rajendra Prasad D) Sardar Patel

37. National Flag: The colors of the Indian national flag are? A) Red, White, Green B) Saffron, White, Green C) Blue, White, Green D) Saffron, Blue, Green

38. Highest Peak: The highest mountain peak in India is? A) Mount Everest B) K2 C) Kanchenjunga D) Nanda Devi

39. National River: Which river is called the ‘Ganga of the South’? A) Godavari B) Krishna C) Kaveri D) Mahanadi

40. National Bird: Which bird is the national bird of India? A) Peacock B) Parrot C) Eagle D) Swan

41. Independence Year: India gained independence in which year? A) 1945 B) 1946 C) 1947 D) 1948

42. Constitution: The Constitution of India was adopted in? A) 1947 B) 1949 C) 1950 D) 1952

43. National Game: Which sport is the national game of India? A) Cricket B) Hockey C) Football D) Kabaddi

44. Longest River: The longest river in India is? A) Ganga B) Yamuna C) Brahmaputra D) Godavari

45. National Flower: Which flower is the national flower of India? A) Rose B) Lotus C) Jasmine D) Marigold

🔑 Answer Key

Section A: Logical Reasoning

1. A, 2. A, 3. C, 4. B, 5. C, 6. A, 7. C, 8. B, 9. (Mirror image), 10. A, 11. A, 12. B, 13. B, 14. B, 15. B

Section B: Quantitative Aptitude

16. B, 17. A, 18. B, 19. A, 20. A, 21. B, 22. A, 23. B, 24. C, 25. B, 26. C, 27. D, 28. C, 29. C, 30. B

Section C: General Knowledge

31. B, 32. B, 33. C, 34. A, 35. A, 36. C, 37. B, 38. C, 39. C, 40. A, 41. C, 42. C, 43. B, 44. A, 45. B

📊 Performance Analysis

Speed Benchmarking

• Excellent: 35+ correct answers (78%+)
• Good: 25-34 correct answers (56-76%)
• Average: 15-24 correct answers (33-55%)
• Needs Improvement: Below 15 correct answers (<33%)

Accuracy Analysis

• Target Accuracy: 80%+
• Negative Marking Impact: -1 for wrong answer
• Safe Attempt Strategy: Attempt confident questions first

Time Management Analysis

• Per Question Target: 40 seconds
• Section Time Allotment: 10 minutes each
• Review Time: 0 minutes (no time for review)

⚡ Speed Improvement Tips

Mental Math Techniques

1. Memorize: Common calculations (2× table, 5× table, 10× table)
2. Estimation: Quick estimation for large calculations
3. Shortcuts: Learn mathematical shortcuts
4. Practice: Regular mental math practice

Logical Reasoning Tips

1. Pattern Recognition: Quick pattern identification
2. Elimination: Use elimination method efficiently
3. Visual Thinking: Use mental visualization
4. Practice: Regular reasoning practice

General Knowledge Tips

1. Current Affairs: Stay updated with recent events
2. Static GK: Focus on commonly asked facts
3. Quick Recall: Practice quick fact recall
4. Daily Reading: Regular newspaper reading

🎯 Speed Training Exercises

Daily Practice Schedule

• Morning: 15 minutes of mental math
• Afternoon: 15 minutes of reasoning
• Evening: 15 minutes of general knowledge
• Night: 15 minutes of mixed practice

Weekly Speed Tests

• Day 1: Section-wise speed test
• Day 3: Full speed test with analysis
• Day 5: Time reduction practice
• Day 7: Comprehensive speed test

Progress Tracking

• Time Per Question: Track reduction over time
• Accuracy Rate: Maintain accuracy while improving speed
• Weak Areas: Identify and work on slow sections
• Improvement Rate: Measure weekly improvement

📈 Training Resources

Speed Practice Materials

• Mental Math Exercises
• Reasoning Speed Drills
• GK Quick Facts
• Time Management Tips

Online Resources

• Speed Test Apps: Mobile apps for quick practice
• Timer Apps: Timer applications for practice
• Performance Trackers: Apps to track improvement
• Practice Websites: Online speed practice platforms

🔄 Next Steps

Immediate Actions

1. Analyze Performance: Identify slow sections
2. Focus Training: Target weak areas
3. Daily Practice: Maintain regular practice schedule
4. Speed Improvement: Work on increasing speed gradually
5. Accuracy Maintenance: Ensure accuracy doesn’t suffer

Long-term Strategy

1. Consistent Practice: Regular speed test practice
2. Pattern Recognition: Improve pattern identification
3. Mental Calculation: Strengthen mental math skills
4. Knowledge Base: Build strong general knowledge base
5. Time Management: Master time management techniques

📊 Score Calculation

Total Score

• Total Questions: 45
• Maximum Marks: 225
• Each Question: 5 marks
• Negative Marking: -1 for wrong answer

Score Interpretation

• Excellent: 180-225 marks (80-100%)
• Good: 135-179 marks (60-79%)
• Average: 90-134 marks (40-59%)
• Needs Improvement: Below 90 marks (<40%)

🚀 Keep practicing with speed drills to improve your time management and accuracy for CUET UG 2025 General Test!

Last updated: October 2024 | CUET UG 2025 General Test Speed Drill