Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2019
Who was the author of the book 'Plagues and Peoples' ?
- A William H. McNeill
- B W.I. Thomas
- C Rachel Carson ✓
- D David Cannadine
✓ Correct answer: (C)
History › World History
CDS2019
Who was the author of the book, Plagues and Peoples?
- A W. L. Thomas
- B Rachel Carson
- C David Cannadine
- D William H. McNeill ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
History › World History
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