DCOA Mixed Practice Test #283

Question 1

Champakulam Moolam is the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Oldest snake boat race — Oldest snake boat race in Kerala.‌​‍

Answer

Newest race

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Women's race

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Children's race

Question 2

Which of the following is a primary function of Vitamin K in the body?

Accepted Answer

C. Facilitates blood clotting by aiding in the synthesis of clotting factors — Vitamin K is primarily involved in the synthesis of clotting factors, which are essential for blood clotting. While it indirectly supports calcium metabolism, its primary role is in coagulation, not as an antioxidant or in iron absorption.

Answer

A. Enhances calcium absorption in the gut

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B. Acts as an antioxidant to protect cell membranes

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D. Supports red blood cell production by assisting in iron absorption

Question 3

Which of the following is a key component of the Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illnesses (IMNCI) strategy for children under 5 years?

Accepted Answer

B. Emphasize preventive measures and early detection. — IMNCI emphasizes preventive measures, early detection, and appropriate management of common childhood illnesses. While curative care (A) is part of it, the strategy is not solely curative. Hospitalization (C) is not prioritized for all cases, and reliance on traditional healers (D) is not a component of IMNCI.

Answer

A. Focus solely on curative care.

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C. Prioritize hospitalization for all sick children.

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D. Rely exclusively on traditional healers for treatment.

Question 4

The male reproductive part of a flower is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Stamen — Stamen (anther + filament) is the male part. ‌​‍Pistil (stigma + style + ovary) is the female part.

Answer

Pistil

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Petal

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Sepal

Question 5

PV Sindhu won the Silver medal at Rio 2016 Olympics in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Badminton — PV Sindhu won silver in women's singles badminton at Rio 2016.‌​‍

Answer

Wrestling

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Tennis

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Boxing

Question 6

Most abundant metal in crust:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aluminium — Aluminium (~8%).‌​‍

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Iron

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Copper

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Gold

Question 7

In the context of state-level 'Best Teacher' awards in Kerala, which of the following aspects is typically given the LEAST priority during the selection process?

Accepted Answer

D. The teacher's personal financial background and assets. — State-level 'Best Teacher' awards prioritize professional achievements such as innovative teaching, student development, and academic qualifications. A teacher's personal financial background and assets are irrelevant to their professional merit and contributions to education, and thus are given the least, if any, priority.

Answer

A. Innovative teaching methodologies adopted by the teacher.

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B. Contribution to co-curricular activities and student development.

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C. Academic qualifications and years of service.

Question 8

Smell receptors:

Accepted Answer

Olfactory in nose — Olfactory epithelium.

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Taste buds

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Skin

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Eye

Question 9

A Class 3 teacher in a Kerala government school observes that a significant number of students are struggling with basic reading comprehension and simple arithmetic operations, despite regular classroom instruction. Which of the following NEP 2020 initiatives, aligned with SCERT's implementation, would primarily guide the teacher's approach to address this challenge?

Accepted Answer

C. Implementing targeted interventions aligned with the NIPUN Bharat Mission's goals for Foundational Literacy and Numeracy. — The NIPUN Bharat Mission, launched under NEP 2020, aims to ensure that every child achieves foundational literacy and numeracy by the end of Grade 3. A teacher addressing students' struggles in basic reading and arithmetic would align their strategies with this mission, employing targeted, age-appropriate interventions to achieve these fundamental learning outcomes.

Answer

A. Promoting advanced multidisciplinary project-based learning for all students.

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B. Focusing on the objectives of the National Curricular Framework for Secondary Education (NCF-SE).

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D. Shifting the medium of instruction entirely to English to improve global competency.

Question 10

How many Gram Panchayats are there in Kerala?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

941 — Kerala has 941 Gram Panchayats at the village level, 152 Block Panchayats, and 14 District Panchayats.‌​‍

Answer

152

Answer

777

Answer

1200

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #283