HSA Mixed Practice Test #357

Question 1

Potti Sreeramulu's hunger-strike death in 1952 led to formation of which state?

Accepted Answer

Andhra — Andhra state was created on 1 October 1953 after Potti Sreeramulu's fast unto death.

Answer

Karnataka

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Kerala

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Tamil Nadu

Question 2

Synonym of TEMPERATE:

Accepted Answer

Moderate — Moderate.

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Extreme

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Harsh

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Severe

Question 3

A textile manufacturer located in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, sells a consignment of garments to a retail chain based in Ernakulam, Kerala. Considering the GST framework, which of the following accurately describes the tax implications for this specific transaction?

Accepted Answer

C. IGST will be levied, and the revenue collected will be apportioned to the Central Government and subsequently to the state of Kerala. — For inter-state supplies of goods or services, Integrated Goods and Services Tax (IGST) is levied. The IGST revenue is initially collected by the Central Government, and then the State GST (SGST) component of the IGST is devolved to the destination state (consuming state), which in this case is Kerala. Options A, B, and D misrepresent the type of tax or the distribution mechanism for inter-state GST.

Answer

A. CGST and SGST will be levied, with the SGST component accruing to the state of Tamil Nadu.

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B. IGST will be levied, and the revenue collected will be shared between the Central Government and the state of Tamil Nadu.

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D. Only CGST will be levied, as it is an inter-state supply, with the entire revenue going to the Central Government.

Question 4

Cell theory by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Schleiden and Schwann — All living things made of cells (1838-39).‌​‍

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Mendel

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Hooke

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Darwin

Question 5

A teacher observes that students are struggling to grasp the concept of photosynthesis. According to Vygotsky's theory, which instructional strategy would be most effective to scaffold their learning?

Accepted Answer

B. Collaborating with peers to discuss and construct a model of photosynthesis using provided materials. — Vygotsky emphasized the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) and social interaction as key to learning. Option B aligns with this by promoting peer collaboration to construct knowledge, which Vygotsky believed enhances understanding through dialogue and shared activity. Options A and D are teacher-centered and less interactive, while option C lacks scaffolding and peer support.

Answer

A. Providing a pre-made concept map of photosynthesis for students to memorize.

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C. Assigning individual research on photosynthesis with a strict rubric for submission.

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D. Demonstrating photosynthesis through a lecture with detailed slides and notes.

Question 6

Which block of the periodic table does sodium belong to?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

s-block — Alkali metals (Group 1) are s-block; last electron enters s-orbital.‌​‍

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f-block

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p-block

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d-block

Question 7

Kerala population density 2011:

Accepted Answer

860/sq km — 860 per sq km.

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1000/sq km

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500

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1200

Question 8

A group of teachers in Kerala wants to update their pedagogical practices based on the latest educational research and develop supplementary teaching materials for a new curriculum. Which state-level body should they approach for academic guidance and resource development?

Accepted Answer

B. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — The SCERT is the apex academic body at the state level responsible for curriculum development, educational research, teacher education, and preparation of instructional materials. While DPI handles administration and SSA focuses on universal elementary education implementation, SCERT specifically provides academic guidance. KSHEC deals with higher education.

Answer

A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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C. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) State Project Office

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D. Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC)

Question 9

Puducherry Art:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

239A — Special for UTs with Assembly.‌​‍

Answer

370

Answer

239AA

Answer

239B

Question 10

Kerala Lottery first:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1967 — State lottery started 1967.‌​‍

Answer

1970

Answer

1957

Answer

1980

HSA Mixed Practice Test #357