KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #994

Question 1

'I am (A) going to (B) temple (C) everyday (D).' Error is in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A — Habitual action = Simple Present, not Present Continuous. ‌​‍Correct: 'I go to the temple every day.'

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B

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C

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D

Question 2

A student scores high on Sternberg's Sternberg Triarchic Abilities Test (STAT) in the 'practical intelligence' component. Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates this type of intelligence?

Accepted Answer

C. Adapting to a new school environment by learning unwritten social norms. — Sternberg's practical intelligence refers to the ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations and adapt to environmental demands. Scenario C exemplifies this by describing the student's skill in navigating social contexts, a hallmark of practical intelligence. The other options align with analytical intelligence (A), creative intelligence (B), or rote memorization (D).

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A. Solving complex algebraic equations quickly.

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B. Composing a poem using metaphors and rhymes.

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D. Memorizing historical dates and events for a test.

Question 3

Article 371 provides special provisions for:‌​‍

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Northeast states — Articles 371A-371J provide special provisions for various northeastern and other states (Nagaland, Mizoram, etc.).‌​‍

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J&K only

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All states

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No state

Question 4

Fill in the blank: 'Kerala is famous ___ its backwaters.'

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for — 'Famous for' — preposition of reason/cause.

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in

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of

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with

Question 5

After a group of students completes an investigation and shares their observations, the teacher facilitates a class discussion. During this discussion, the teacher introduces scientific terminology, clarifies any misconceptions, and helps students formalize the concepts they discovered. Which stage of the 5E model does this scenario best represent?

Accepted Answer

C. Explain — The Explain stage is where the teacher guides students to formalize their understanding, introducing concepts, definitions, and theories based on their earlier explorations. It involves direct instruction, clarification of misconceptions, and helping students articulate what they have learned. Engage sparks interest, Explore involves hands-on investigation, and Evaluate assesses learning.

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A. Engage

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B. Explore

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D. Evaluate

Question 6

The Indira Gandhi Canal is the longest canal in India and irrigates:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rajasthan's Thar Desert — Originates at Harike Barrage (Punjab), runs through Rajasthan — transforms Thar into agricultural land.‌​‍

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Gujarat's Rann

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Maharashtra's Vidarbha

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Punjab

Question 7

Society, according to Marx, evolved through stages:‌​‍

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Primitive communism, Slave, Feudal, Capitalist, Socialist, Communist — Marx's historical materialism: each mode of production has internal contradictions leading to the next stage.‌​‍

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Only capitalism

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Only two stages

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Only three

Question 8

Swadeshi Movement started due to:‌​‍

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Partition of Bengal — Swadeshi Movement (1905) protested the Partition of Bengal.‌​‍

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Rowlatt Act

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Simon Commission

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Salt tax

Question 9

Which of the following Kerala health schemes primarily focuses on transforming public health centers (PHCs) into 'Family Health Centers' (FHCs) to enhance the quality and accessibility of primary healthcare services, aiming to reduce the burden on tertiary care facilities?

Accepted Answer

B. Aardram Mission — Aardram Mission is a key initiative of the Kerala government aimed at revamping the public health sector, with its core objective being the transformation of PHCs into FHCs to provide comprehensive primary healthcare. KASP is a health insurance scheme, Arogya Kiranam provides financial aid for children's treatment, and Vayomithram focuses on elderly care.

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A. Karunya Arogya Suraksha Paddathi (KASP)

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C. Arogya Kiranam

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D. Vayomithram

Question 10

The basic objective of improving quality of life and overall habitat in rural areas:‌​‍

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Samagra Awaas Yojana — Samagra Awaas Yojana — comprehensive rural housing+infrastructure.‌​‍

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Bharat Nirman

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Antyodaya Anna Yojana

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Valmiki Ambedkar Awaas Yojana

KAS Prelims Mixed Practice Test #994