KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #276

Question 1

To foster intrinsic motivation in students for a long-term project, which of the following strategies should a teacher prioritize?

Accepted Answer

C. Providing opportunities for students to choose their project topic and presentation format. — Providing opportunities for choice and autonomy (option C) is a key factor in fostering intrinsic motivation. When students have a sense of control over their learning, they are more likely to be engaged and invested in the task. Options A, B, and D primarily rely on extrinsic motivators or create pressure, which can sometimes undermine intrinsic interest, especially in the long run.

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A. Offering significant cash rewards for project completion.

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B. Emphasizing strict deadlines and grading criteria.

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D. Encouraging intense competition among student groups.

Question 2

Which strategy is most likely to reduce off-task behavior in a classroom with diverse learning needs?

Accepted Answer

B. Providing differentiated activities and flexible seating options — Differentiated activities and flexible seating (B) cater to diverse needs, reducing frustration and off-task behavior. Uniform charts (A) ignore individual differences, strict silence (C) stifles engagement, and punishment (D) often exacerbates behavior issues.

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A. Implementing a one-size-fits-all behavior chart for all students

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C. Enforcing strict silence at all times to maintain focus

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D. Using punishment-based consequences for minor offenses

Question 3

Indian Standard Time (IST) is calculated from which place?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mirzapur (near Allahabad) — IST is based on the 82.5°E meridian passing through Mirzapur near Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.‌​‍

Answer

Delhi

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Allahabad (Prayagraj)

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Kolkata

Question 4

India's mission to Venus:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Shukrayaan — Shukrayaan-1 planned.‌​‍

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Shukr

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Varuna

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Venus-I

Question 5

Chief Guest at India's Republic Day 2025:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Prabowo Subianto — Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto was the Chief Guest at R-Day 2025.‌​‍

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Jair Bolsonaro

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Emmanuel Macron

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Abdel Fattah El-Sisi

Question 6

Smallest continent:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Australia — Australia.‌​‍

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Africa

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Europe

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Antarctica

Question 7

Neeraj's record throw:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

89.94m — 89.94m — Stockholm 2022 season best.‌​‍

Answer

88.77m

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Olympics Gold

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90m

Question 8

Photosynthesis releases:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

O₂ — Oxygen.‌​‍

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CO₂

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N₂

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H₂

Question 9

Army Day 2023 outside Delhi:

Accepted Answer

Bangalore (first outside) — First Army Day outside Delhi was Bengaluru.

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Delhi

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Pune

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Chennai

Question 10

Foreigners who served as INC President: (i) George Yule (ii) William Wedderburn (iii) Alfred Webb (iv) Henry Cotton (v) Annie Besant

Accepted Answer

All five — All five listed were foreign-born presidents of the INC.

Answer

Only i, iii & v

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Only ii, iii & v

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Only i, ii, iv & v

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #276