LDC Mixed Practice Test #420

Question 1

Choose the correct form: 'Neither of the boys ___ present.'

Accepted Answer

is — 'Neither' is singular → singular verb.

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are

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were

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be

Question 2

During an important lecture, a teacher notices two students at the back of the classroom repeatedly whispering and distracting others. Which of the following is the most appropriate initial and least disruptive intervention strategy?

Accepted Answer

C. Moving closer to the students while continuing the lecture, using proximity control. — Proximity control is a non-verbal and least intrusive technique that often effectively deters minor misbehavior without interrupting the lesson flow or embarrassing students. Public reprimands, immediate removal, or collective punishment are more disruptive and severe responses, typically reserved for escalated or more serious infractions.

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A. Sending the students immediately to the principal's office.

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B. Assigning extra homework to the entire class as a collective punishment.

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D. Stopping the lecture and publicly reprimanding the students.

Question 3

Metamorphic: slate is derived from:

Accepted Answer

Shale — Low-grade metamorphism. Marble from limestone. Quartzite from sandstone. Gneiss from granite.

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Limestone

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Granite

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Basalt

Question 4

Emergency from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Germany — Weimar Constitution of Germany.‌​‍

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UK

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USA

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France

Question 5

Find next: 26, 37, 50, 65, ___‌​‍

Accepted Answer

82 — Differences 11,13,15,17 → next 65+17=82.‌​‍

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76

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99

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115

Question 6

Anai Mudi:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala (Idukki) — Idukki — highest in South India.‌​‍

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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AP

Question 7

In what language was Chaucer's 'Canterbury Tales' written?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Middle English — ~1387-1400. ‌​‍Pilgrims' tales on way to Canterbury. Father of English poetry. ‌​‍Old English: Beowulf.

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Old English

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Latin

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Modern English

Question 8

First elected Communist government in the world was formed in:

Accepted Answer

Kerala 1957 — E. M. S. Namboodiripad-led CPI government in Kerala (1957) was the first democratically elected Communist government in the world.

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Russia

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West Bengal 1977

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China 1949

Question 9

Which statement aligns with the principle that intrinsic motivation is more sustainable than extrinsic motivation in long-term learning?

Accepted Answer

B. Intrinsic motivation fosters deeper engagement and persistence because it is driven by personal interest and curiosity. — Intrinsic motivation is sustainable because it stems from internal drive, leading to deeper, self-sustained engagement. Option B correctly captures this, while options A and C incorrectly assume extrinsic rewards can replace intrinsic motivation long-term. Option D is impractical as extrinsic rewards (e.g., grades) are often necessary in structured learning environments.

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A. Extrinsic rewards like grades or certificates can sustain motivation indefinitely if consistently administered.

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C. Students motivated by extrinsic rewards are more likely to develop a genuine love for the subject.

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D. Schools should eliminate extrinsic rewards entirely to promote intrinsic motivation.

Question 10

The 'Asian Tigers' are:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hong Kong, Singapore, South Korea, Taiwan — Four Asian Tigers/Dragons — rapid industrialisation and growth from 1960s to 1990s. ‌​‍Export-led manufacturing, human capital investment.

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USA, UK

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ASEAN countries

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China, India, Japan, Korea

LDC Mixed Practice Test #420