LDC Mixed Practice Test #759

Question 1

A teacher wants to introduce new vocabulary and grammatical structures, ensuring students can produce them accurately without much cognitive effort initially. However, she also aims to move towards real-world usage and spontaneous interaction eventually. Which sequence of pedagogical steps would effectively bridge the gap from controlled practice to freer communication, drawing on principles from both Audio-lingual and CLT?

Accepted Answer

B. Start with controlled repetition and substitution drills for accuracy, followed by guided communicative tasks like role-plays, and concluding with authentic discussions. — Option B represents a balanced approach: starting with controlled practice (influenced by the Audio-lingual Method) builds accuracy and confidence, then progressing to guided and freer communicative tasks (influenced by CLT) promotes fluency and real-world application. Option A is characteristic of the Grammar-Translation method. Option C is more aligned with discovery learning, and Option D emphasizes individual, silent work, which might delay oral communication development.

Answer

A. Begin with extensive grammar explanations, then assign translation exercises, and finally engage in free conversation.

Answer

C. Immediately immerse students in complex authentic texts, asking them to infer meaning and grammar rules independently.

Answer

D. Prioritize individual silent reading and writing activities, gradually introducing spoken communication only when students feel ready.

Question 2

Which Kerala palace is famous for the 'Gajendramoksha' mural painting?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Krishnapuram Palace — Krishnapuram Palace (Alappuzha) houses the famed 49-sq-ft mural 'Gajendra Moksham'.‌​‍

Answer

Mattanchery Palace

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Chirakkal Palace

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Padmanabhapuram Palace

Question 3

Synonym of EMULATE:

Accepted Answer

Copy/imitate — Emulate = match or surpass by imitation.

Answer

Ignore

Answer

Oppose

Answer

Destroy

Question 4

Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1968 — 1968 by ECI.‌​‍

Answer

1950

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1975

Answer

1989

Question 5

First woman PM:

Accepted Answer

Indira Gandhi — Indira Gandhi (1966-77, 1980-84).

Answer

Sucheta Kripalani

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Pratibha Patil

Answer

Sonia Gandhi

Question 6

Kerala Devaswom:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Travancore/Cochin/Malabar etc Devaswom Boards — Multiple Devaswom Boards.‌​‍

Answer

Private

Answer

No system

Answer

One

Question 7

Kerala Infant Mortality Rate (lowest):

Accepted Answer

Under 7 — IMR under 7 per 1000 (SRS 2020) — lowest in India.

Answer

Under 10

Answer

15

Answer

20

Question 8

Governor salary paid from:

Accepted Answer

State — State Consolidated Fund.

Answer

Centre

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CFI

Answer

Both

Question 9

Annelida (earthworm, leech) have:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

True coelom, metameric segmentation, closed circulation — Setae on body. ‌​‍Earthworm important for soil fertility. Hirudin from leeches — anticoagulant.

Answer

Open circulation

Answer

No coelom

Answer

Radial symmetry

Question 10

Conservation of mechanical energy applies when:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Only conservative forces do work — KE + PE = constant when non-conservative forces (friction, air drag) do no work.‌​‍

Answer

Collisions

Answer

Always

Answer

Friction present

LDC Mixed Practice Test #759