LDC Mixed Practice Test #451

Question 1

A high school science teacher wants to improve student engagement in practical lab sessions. He decides to implement an action research cycle. Which of the following sequences correctly represents the typical steps he would follow?

Accepted Answer

B. Planning an intervention, Acting on the plan, Observing the results, Reflecting on the process and outcomes. — The action research cycle typically follows a 'Plan-Act-Observe-Reflect' sequence. The teacher first plans an intervention based on an identified problem, then implements (acts on) it, carefully observes the effects, and finally reflects on the outcomes to inform the next cycle of improvement.

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A. Observing student behavior, Planning new activities, Reflecting on outcomes, Acting on the plan.

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C. Reflecting on past lessons, Observing student reactions, Planning a new strategy, Acting without further evaluation.

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D. Acting on a hypothesis, Planning further research, Observing external factors, Reflecting on theoretical implications.

Question 2

Kerala's COVID contact tracing called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala model — Kerala model of COVID-19 response praised globally.‌​‍

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Corona fighter

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Aarogya

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E-Health

Question 3

Which of the following statements regarding the Kerala State Election Commission is NOT correct?

Accepted Answer

D. The State Election Commission is constitutionally mandated to prepare electoral rolls and conduct elections for the State Legislative Assembly and Parliament within Kerala. — The State Election Commission (SEC) is responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to the Panchayats and Municipalities (local self-government institutions) as per Articles 243K and 243ZA of the Constitution. The responsibility for preparing electoral rolls and conducting elections to the State Legislative Assembly and Parliament lies with the Election Commission of India, not the State Election Commission.

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A. The State Election Commissioner is appointed by the Governor of Kerala.

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B. The conditions of service and tenure of office of the State Election Commissioner are determined by the Governor by rule.

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C. The State Election Commissioner can be removed from office only in like manner and on like grounds as a Judge of a High Court.

Question 4

The NSG operation against the terrorist attack in Pathankot Airport (2016) is known as:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Operation Dhangu — Operation Dhangu (January 2016) — NSG response to Pathankot Airbase attack.‌​‍

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Operation Bluestar

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Operation Vijay

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Operation Desert Storm

Question 5

Multiculturalism argues:‌​‍

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Cultural diversity should be recognised + protected by the state — Multiculturalism (Will Kymlicka, Charles Taylor): minority cultures deserve recognition + special rights to preserve identity.‌​‍

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Monoculture is best

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Exclusion

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Assimilation

Question 6

Ctrl + N creates a:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

New document — Ctrl+N = New document/file in most Office applications.‌​‍

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New folder

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New font

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New table

Question 7

Synonym of 'scrutinise':

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Examine closely — Scrutinise = inspect carefully, examine thoroughly.

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Glance

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Ignore

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Praise

Question 8

The Ezhuthachan Puraskaram is the highest literary honour conferred by the Government of Kerala. Which of the following best describes the primary criterion for selecting its recipient?

Accepted Answer

C. For overall contributions to Malayalam language and literature. — Ezhuthachan Puraskaram is given for overall, lifetime contributions to Malayalam language and literature, recognizing a writer's entire body of work and impact. It is not limited to a specific genre, publication timeframe, or international promotion, but rather acknowledges a comprehensive body of work.

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A. For the best novel published in Malayalam in the preceding five years.

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B. For significant contributions to Malayalam poetry throughout a career.

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D. For promoting Malayalam literature globally through translations.

Question 9

Endogamy means marriage within:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Own group (caste, community, religion) — Endogamy (marriage within). ‌​‍Exogamy (marriage outside one's gotra/clan/village). Castes in India are endogamous.

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Other continent

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Outside one's group

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Related only

Question 10

The Malayali newspaper 'Swadeshabhimani' was edited by:

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Ramakrishna Pillai — Swadeshabhimani Ramakrishna Pillai edited the paper; he was exiled by the Travancore government in 1910 for criticism.

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Kumaran Asan

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C. V. Kunhiraman

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K. P. Kesava Menon

LDC Mixed Practice Test #451