LDC Mixed Practice Test #160

Question 1

A teacher observes that a student struggles with understanding a concept despite multiple explanations. Which type of assessment should the teacher use to identify the root cause of the difficulty?

Accepted Answer

B. Diagnostic assessment — Diagnostic assessment is used to identify specific learning difficulties or gaps in understanding. It is conducted before or during instruction to help teachers adjust their methods. Summative assessment evaluates learning outcomes, formative assessment provides ongoing feedback, and aptitude assessment measures potential rather than current understanding.

Answer

A. Summative assessment

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C. Formative assessment

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D. Aptitude assessment

Question 2

Which Kerala social reformer consecrated the Siva idol at Aruvippuram in 1888, challenging caste-based temple worship?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sree Narayana Guru — At Aruvippuram in 1888, Sree Narayana Guru consecrated a Siva idol — a revolutionary act rejecting Brahminical monopoly. ‌​‍The famous 'Kannadi Pratishta' (mirror consecration) was later at Kalavankode in 1927.

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Vagbhatanandan

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Chattambi Swamikal

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Ayyankali

Question 3

Poorna sang a song. Change into passive:

Accepted Answer

A song was sung by Poorna — Past simple passive: was/were + V3.

Answer

A song is sung by Poorna

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A song has sung by Poorna

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A song is being sung by Poorna

Question 4

Which of the following is an input device?

Accepted Answer

Keyboard — Keyboard is a primary input device.

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Pen drive

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Monitor

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Compact disk

Question 5

Patturumal — Cherussery poet:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Krishnagatha author — Cherussery Krishna's Krishnagatha.‌​‍

Answer

Mahabharat

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Ramayanam

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Meghadoot

Question 6

Attorney General appointed under Article:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

76 — Article 76 — AG appointed by President, must be qualified to be SC judge.‌​‍

Answer

78

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82

Answer

80

Question 7

Sree Narayana Guru performed Shiva Prathishta (consecration) at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aruvippuram — Aruvippuram Prathishta in 1888 — revolutionary act against caste discrimination.‌​‍

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Varkala

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Sivagiri

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Kalavancode

Question 8

Synonym of LOQUACIOUS:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Talkative — Talkative.‌​‍

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Silent

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Quiet

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Shy

Question 9

Which of the following statements about the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is/are correct?
1. The UPSC is consulted on all matters relating to methods of recruitment to civil services and posts.
2. The UPSC's advice is binding on the government in matters of disciplinary actions against a civil servant.
3. The President can exclude certain posts, services, and matters from the purview of the UPSC.
4. The expenses of the UPSC, including the salaries and allowances of its members, are charged upon the Consolidated Fund of India.

Accepted Answer

B. 1, 3 and 4 only — Statements 1, 3, and 4 are correct regarding the Union Public Service Commission. The UPSC is consulted on recruitment methods (Article 320), the President can specify matters not requiring UPSC consultation (proviso to Article 320(3)), and its expenses are charged to the Consolidated Fund of India (Article 322). Statement 2 is incorrect because the advice tendered by the UPSC to the government, including on disciplinary matters, is generally advisory and not binding. While usually accepted, the government can reject it, provided it informs Parliament of the reasons.

Answer

A. 1, 2 and 3 only

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C. 2 and 4 only

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D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 10

LS strength frozen till:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2026 census — Frozen by 84th Amendment till after 2026 census.‌​‍

Answer

2031

Answer

2021

Answer

Never

LDC Mixed Practice Test #160