DCOA Mixed Practice Test #210

Question 1

Which kingdom do bacteria belong to?‌​‍

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Monera — Prokaryotes (bacteria, cyanobacteria) belong to Monera in the 5-kingdom classification.‌​‍

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Animalia

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Protista

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Plantae

Question 2

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia believes that the television newscaster is sending him direct, personal messages specifically meant for him. This type of thought disturbance is best described as:

Accepted Answer

C. Delusion of reference — A delusion of reference is the false belief that external events, objects, or people have a particular and unusual personal significance for the individual. The patient's belief that the newscaster is sending direct, personal messages to him perfectly fits this description. Delusion of grandeur involves inflated self-importance, and persecution involves believing one is being harmed or conspired against.

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A. Delusion of grandeur

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B. Delusion of persecution

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D. Somatic delusion

Question 3

Which is the largest savanna?‌​‍

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African Savanna — African savanna — Serengeti etc.‌​‍

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Australian

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Indian

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South American

Question 4

The establishment of the first formal university in the princely state of Travancore marked a significant milestone in the history of higher education in Kerala. Which institution holds this distinction, laying the foundation for advanced learning in the region?

Accepted Answer

C. University of Travancore — The University of Travancore, established in 1937, was the first university in the region, initially focused on promoting research and the advancement of knowledge. It was later reorganized and renamed the University of Kerala. The other universities mentioned were established much later in the state's history.

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A. University of Calicut

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B. Mahatma Gandhi University

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D. Cochin University of Science and Technology

Question 5

Study of old age medicine:‌​‍

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Geriatrics — Geriatrics.‌​‍

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Gynaecology

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Andrology

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Paediatrics

Question 6

The 1812 Kurichyar-Kurumbrar Rebellion in Wayanad was led by:

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Rama Nambi (Rama Mooppan) — Rama Nambi (Rama Mooppan) led the Kurichyar tribal rebellion in Wayanad against British tax policies.

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Pazhassi Raja

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Thalakkal Chandu

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Velu Thampi

Question 7

Current Vice-Chair NITI Aayog:

Accepted Answer

Suman Bery — Suman Bery.

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Panagariya

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Rajiv Kumar

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Amitabh Kant

Question 8

Polymer of ethene (CH₂=CH₂) is called:‌​‍

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Polythene — Polythene/polyethylene = (−CH₂−CH₂−)ₙ formed by addition polymerisation of ethene.‌​‍

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PVC

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Nylon

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Polyester

Question 9

Superior takes ___ (not than):‌​‍

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to — Superior/inferior/senior/junior take 'to'.‌​‍

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than

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from

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with

Question 10

Meaning of 'perseverance':

Accepted Answer

Persistent effort despite difficulties — Perseverance is a virtue of staying the course.

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Giving up

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Hurrying

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Lying

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #210