KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #166

Question 1

Highest peak in India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kanchenjunga — Kanchenjunga (8,586 m) — highest peak within India's borders.‌​‍

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Everest

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K2

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Nanda Devi

Question 2

A school counselor notices that a 15-year-old student has been increasingly withdrawn, avoiding social interactions, and showing signs of low self-esteem. Which psychosocial crisis, according to Erikson's stages, is this adolescent most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

B. Identity vs. Role Confusion — Erikson's fifth stage, Identity vs. Role Confusion (adolescence, ages 12-18), involves the struggle to form a coherent sense of self. Withdrawal and low self-esteem are common signs of unresolved role confusion. Option A applies to middle childhood, C to young adulthood, and D to toddlerhood.

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A. Industry vs. Inferiority

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C. Intimacy vs. Isolation

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D. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Question 3

Analgesics classify as:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Narcotic (morphine) and non-narcotic (aspirin, paracetamol) — Narcotic — from opium; addictive. ‌​‍Non-narcotic — safer. Aspirin also antiplatelet.

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Only narcotic

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Antacid

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Only antipyretic

Question 4

Tipu Sultan invasions of Malabar:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1766 onwards — From 1766.‌​‍

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1800

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1857

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1750

Question 5

The Governor can reserve a bill for the President under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Article 200 — Article 200: The Governor can reserve a state bill for the President's consideration.‌​‍

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Article 111

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Article 213

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Article 356

Question 6

An antonym of 'PERMANENT' is:‌​‍

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Temporary — Permanent ↔ Temporary.‌​‍

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Stable

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Eternal

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Fixed

Question 7

As per national guidelines, exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for infants for the first six months of life. What is the primary nutritional benefit of this practice?

Accepted Answer

A. Provides all necessary nutrients and antibodies for the infant's growth and immunity — Exclusive breastfeeding provides all the necessary nutrients, hydration, and protective antibodies for an infant's optimal growth, development, and immunity during the first six months of life. It is a complete food source for this period. Early introduction of solids is generally discouraged, and while breast milk contains iron, it doesn't guarantee sufficient stores for the entire first year without complementary feeding. Breast milk is highly nutritious, not just hydrating.

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B. Helps in the early introduction of solid foods to prevent allergies

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C. Ensures adequate iron stores for the first year of life

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D. Primarily serves to hydrate the infant without providing significant nutrition

Question 8

French society in the 18th century was divided into how many estates?

Accepted Answer

Three — Clergy (First), Nobles (Second), Commons (Third).

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Two

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Four

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Five

Question 9

Which of the following best exemplifies the Audio-Lingual Method's focus on habit formation in language learning?

Accepted Answer

B. Using repetition drills with immediate correction to reinforce correct speech patterns. — The Audio-Lingual Method emphasizes habit formation through repetitive drills and immediate feedback to internalize correct language structures. Option B directly reflects this approach, while the other options align with methods like communicative or learner-centered approaches.

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A. Encouraging students to write essays on personal experiences to express creativity.

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C. Introducing complex grammar rules before practicing simple sentences to build theoretical understanding.

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D. Allowing students to choose topics for discussion based on their interests to enhance motivation.

Question 10

What was the original name of Thycaud Ayya?

Accepted Answer

Subbarayan — Subbarayan was the original name of Thycaud Ayya Swami.

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Kunjikannan

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Mudisoodum Perumal

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Muthukutty

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #166