Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #597

Question 1

Direct: 'Where are you going?' Indirect:

Accepted Answer

He asked where I was going — WH-question indirect: reporter verb + wh + subject + verb.

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He asked where I am going

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He asked where was I going

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He asked that I was going

Question 2

Whose autobiography is known as 'Ente Jeevitha Smaranakal'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

K. Kelappan — K. Kelappan's autobiography.‌​‍

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Vaikom Muhammad Basheer

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E.M.S. Namboodiripad

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Mannathu Padmanabhan

Question 3

The 5E Instructional Model (Engage, Explore, Explain, Elaborate, Evaluate) is widely considered to be aligned with constructivist learning theories. Which aspect of the 5E model most strongly reflects the constructivist idea that learners actively build their own understanding?

Accepted Answer

B. The emphasis on students conducting investigations and making observations in the 'Explore' phase. — The 'Explore' phase of the 5E model directly embodies constructivist principles by providing students with hands-on, active learning experiences where they can investigate, experiment, and construct their own understanding. While other phases contribute, active construction from direct interaction is most prominent here. The Explain phase is more teacher-directed, and Evaluate measures outcomes, while Engage sets the stage.

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A. The teacher's role in the 'Explain' phase to provide clear definitions.

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C. The use of formal assessments in the 'Evaluate' phase to measure knowledge retention.

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D. The initial 'Engage' phase focusing on capturing student interest.

Question 4

Which Indian English writer won the Booker Prize in 1981 for 'Midnight's Children'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Salman Rushdie — Magical realism. ‌​‍Won Booker of Bookers. 'Satanic Verses' (1988) controversial — fatwa by Khomeini.

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Anita Desai

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Vikram Seth

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R.K. Narayan

Question 5

The Doctrine of Lapse was introduced by:‌​‍

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Lord Dalhousie — Lord Dalhousie's Doctrine of Lapse (1848): if a ruler died without natural heir, the state was annexed.‌​‍

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Lord Wellesley

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Lord Canning

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Lord Curzon

Question 6

Jahangir's queen who effectively ran the empire in his later years was:

Accepted Answer

Nur Jahan (Mehrunnisa) — Married Jahangir 1611. Coins issued in her name; part of junta with father Itimad-ud-Daula and brother Asaf Khan. Commissioned Itimad-ud-Daula's tomb (Agra, 'Baby Taj').

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Mumtaz Mahal

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Jodha Bai

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Jahanara

Question 7

The J.C. Daniel Award is the highest honour in Malayalam cinema, presented annually for outstanding contributions to the industry. Which of the following statements about this prestigious award is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

D. The award carries a cash prize of ₹10 lakh and a sculpture. — The J.C. Daniel Award carries a cash prize of ₹5 lakh, not ₹10 lakh. All other statements are correct regarding the award, which is the highest state honour for lifetime contributions to Malayalam cinema, named after its pioneer, J.C. Daniel, and administered by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy.

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A. It is named after J.C. Daniel, who is considered the 'Father of Malayalam Cinema'.

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B. The award is instituted by the Kerala State Chalachitra Academy.

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C. The recipient is chosen by a jury appointed by the Kerala State Government.

Question 8

Wayanad formed:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1980 — 1 November 1980 from Kozhikode-Kannur.‌​‍

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1956

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1990

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1970

Question 9

Kalki Subramaniam's activism spans transgender rights and:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Arts, writing, and visibility for gender minorities — Kalki is a writer, artist, actor and founder of Sahodari Foundation (2007).‌​‍

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Journalism

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Sports

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Wildlife

Question 10

To develop students' empathy, promote self-reflection, and encourage an understanding of diverse human experiences and life choices, a teacher decides to introduce a literary form that presents real-life events and perspectives. Which of the following literary forms would be most suitable for this pedagogical goal?

Accepted Answer

C. Autobiographical narratives — Autobiographical narratives provide firsthand accounts of individuals' lives, allowing students to develop empathy by stepping into another's shoes, promoting self-reflection on personal values, and fostering an understanding of diverse human experiences and the choices people make. Science fiction novels primarily stimulate imagination and critical thinking about hypothetical futures. Epic poems focus on heroic narratives and cultural mythology. Propaganda pamphlets aim to persuade rather than foster nuanced empathy or self-reflection.

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A. Science fiction novels

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B. Epic poems

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D. Propaganda pamphlets

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #597