Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #825

Question 1

Choose the correct form: 'The number of students ___ increasing.'‌​‍

Accepted Answer

is — 'The number of' is singular → 'is'. 'A number of' is plural.‌​‍

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have

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were

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are

Question 2

Synonym of BENIGN:

Accepted Answer

Kind — Benign = gentle, kind. Also non-cancerous.

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Harmful

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Angry

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Dangerous

Question 3

If A is in the north of B and C is in the west of B, in what direction is A with respect to C?

Accepted Answer

North-East — C is west of B, A is north of B, so A is north-east of C.

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South

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East

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South-West

Question 4

Change to indirect speech: Rita asked Ramesh, 'Do you know the answer?'

Accepted Answer

Rita asked Ramesh whether he knew the answer — Yes/No question → use 'whether/if'; tense shifts from present to past → 'knew'.

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Rita asked Ramesh did he know the answer

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Rita asked Ramesh does he know the answer

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Rita asked Ramesh if he knows the answer

Question 5

Treaty of Versailles (1919) key features:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Harsh on Germany (war guilt + reparations + territorial losses) — Article 231 'war guilt clause.' Germany lost 13% territory, reparations ~132 billion gold marks. ‌​‍Created resentment feeding WWII.

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Light on Germany

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Rewarded Germany

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No terms

Question 6

'Chenganoorathi' belongs to which Kerala narrative tradition?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thekkan Pattu — Chenganoorathi is a famed hero of Thekkan Pattu (southern ballads).‌​‍

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Thottam Pattu

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Idanadan Pattu

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Vadakkan Pattu

Question 7

A family member calls for emergency medical help, stating their elderly relative suddenly developed weakness on one side of their body, slurred speech, and difficulty understanding what is being said. As a first responder, what immediate action should be prioritized while waiting for advanced medical help?

Accepted Answer

C. Position the person comfortably, ensure airway is clear, and monitor vital signs — The symptoms described are indicative of a stroke, a medical emergency. The priority in first aid is to ensure the person's safety, maintain a clear airway, monitor vital signs, and await professional medical help without administering medications or attempting to walk. Offering water or aspirin could be harmful depending on the stroke type and level of consciousness.

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A. Offer the person some water to drink to prevent dehydration

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B. Administer aspirin to thin the blood and improve circulation

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D. Encourage the person to try and walk to assess mobility

Question 8

A farmer in Kerala is considering cultivating crops that require well-drained laterite soil, moderate rainfall, and undulating terrain suitable for terraced farming. Based on these conditions, which physiographic region would be most appropriate for establishing such a farm?

Accepted Answer

B. Midland region, characterized by laterite soil, undulating hills, and suitability for cash crops like rubber and spices. — The midland region of Kerala is distinctively characterized by undulating hills and valleys, predominantly featuring well-drained laterite soils. These conditions are ideal for cultivating cash crops such as rubber, spices, and cashew, often practiced on terraced slopes. The highland region has steeper terrain and different soil types, while the lowland and coastal plains have flat terrain with alluvial or sandy soils, making them unsuitable for the described farming.

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A. Highland region, due to its high altitude and rich forest soil.

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C. Lowland region, known for its alluvial plains and backwaters, ideal for paddy cultivation.

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D. Coastal plain, with sandy soils and proximity to the sea, suitable for coconut plantations.

Question 9

'i.e.' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

That is (id est) — i.e. (Latin id est) = that is; e.g. (exempli gratia) = for example.‌​‍

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For example

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Including

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In example

Question 10

Victoria Falls is on which river?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Zambezi — Victoria Falls is on the Zambezi River at the Zambia-Zimbabwe border.‌​‍

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Nile

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Congo

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Niger

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #825