LDC Mixed Practice Test #975

Question 1

Chunnel (Channel Tunnel):

Accepted Answer

Rail under English Channel — Rail tunnel UK-France.

Answer

Road tunnel

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Shipping

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Air

Question 2

Abel Prize is for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mathematics — Abel Prize = prestigious mathematics award (Norwegian). ‌​‍Fields Medal also for maths.

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Physics

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Literature

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Peace

Question 3

Which statements about the Constituent Assembly of India are NOT correct? (i) Idea first proposed by M.N. Roy (ii) Cabinet Mission Plan 1946 recommended CA creation (iii) CA first convened 9 Dec 1946 (iv) Dr. Ambedkar was President of CA

Accepted Answer

Only (i)(ii)(iii) correct; (iv) incorrect — Dr. Rajendra Prasad was President of the CA; Ambedkar chaired the Drafting Committee.

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Only (i) correct; (ii)(iii)(iv) incorrect

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Only (ii)(iii)(iv) correct; (i) incorrect

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Only (i)(ii)(iv) correct; (iii) incorrect

Question 4

How many triangles are there in a typical Star of David?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8 — Standard answer.‌​‍

Answer

10

Answer

6

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12

Question 5

Which Kerala social reformer was involved in Kallumala Samaram / Perinad revolt?

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali led the 1915 Kallumala Samaram at Perinad (Kollam).

Answer

Sree Narayana Guru

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Poikayil Appachan

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Chattampi Swamikal

Question 6

The superlative form of 'bad' is:

Accepted Answer

Worst — Bad — worse — worst.

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Worse

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Badder

Answer

More bad

Question 7

'He is (A) a (B) honest (C) man (D).' Error is in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

B — 'Honest' has silent 'h' — starts with vowel sound. ‌​‍Use 'an' not 'a'. Correct: 'an honest man'.

Answer

A

Answer

C

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D

Question 8

Kumaranasan 3 major works:

Accepted Answer

Veenapoovu, Chandala Bhikshuki, Chintavishtayaya Sita — Several landmark poems.

Answer

Only one

Answer

Two

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Many

Question 9

A teacher observes that her students are highly engaged in a science project, spending extra hours voluntarily, collaborating effectively, and showing genuine curiosity about the topic, even without the promise of extra marks or rewards. This scenario primarily demonstrates which type of motivation?

Accepted Answer

B. Intrinsic motivation — Intrinsic motivation stems from internal desires and enjoyment of the activity itself, as evidenced by the students' voluntary engagement, curiosity, and collaboration without external rewards. Extrinsic motivation would involve external incentives like marks or prizes. Achievement and affiliation are specific types of motivational drives but do not represent the core classification as well as intrinsic motivation in this context.

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A. Extrinsic motivation

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C. Achievement motivation

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D. Affiliation motivation

Question 10

A group of teachers in Kerala wants to update their pedagogical practices based on the latest educational research and develop supplementary teaching materials for a new curriculum. Which state-level body should they approach for academic guidance and resource development?

Accepted Answer

B. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — The SCERT is the apex academic body at the state level responsible for curriculum development, educational research, teacher education, and preparation of instructional materials. While DPI handles administration and SSA focuses on universal elementary education implementation, SCERT specifically provides academic guidance. KSHEC deals with higher education.

Answer

A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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C. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) State Project Office

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D. Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC)

LDC Mixed Practice Test #975