LGS Mixed Practice Test #59

Question 1

A teacher implements an action research project to improve student participation in classroom discussions. After several cycles of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting, what is a likely long-term benefit for the teacher involved in this process?

Accepted Answer

B. Developing a deeper understanding of their own teaching practices and becoming a reflective practitioner. — A significant long-term benefit of engaging in action research is the professional growth of the teacher. The cyclical process of reflection and inquiry fosters a deeper understanding of one's own teaching methods, student learning, and classroom dynamics, transforming the teacher into a more reflective and self-improving practitioner. While other outcomes might occur, this internal professional development is a core and consistent benefit.

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A. Becoming an expert in statistical analysis for educational data.

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C. Receiving a promotion or salary increment based on research output.

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D. Creating a universally applicable teaching model for all subjects and grades.

Question 2

Demonetisation in India was announced on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8 November 2016 — PM Modi announced demonetisation of ₹500 and ₹1000 notes on 8 November 2016.‌​‍

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8 November 2015

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1 January 2017

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1 April 2017

Question 3

Duffmuttu is a type of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mappila men's dance with tambourine — Muslim men's dance.‌​‍

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Hindu

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Women

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Children

Question 4

Mohiniyattam is a dance form from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Mohiniyattam is a classical dance form from Kerala, performed by women. ‌​‍'Mohini' = enchantress.

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Odisha

Question 5

Koodiyattam is oldest surviving:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sanskrit theatre — Oldest Sanskrit theatre form — UNESCO intangible heritage.‌​‍

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Folk dance

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Martial art

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Music form

Question 6

'Vayalvaram Veedu' is related to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali's family home was 'Vayalvaram Veedu' in Venganoor.‌​‍

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Vallathol Narayana Menon

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Dr. Palpu

Question 7

Airports in India (operational):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

~150 — Over 150 operational.‌​‍

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500

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~75

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~200

Question 8

Crossing over occurs in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Prophase I of meiosis (pachytene) — Exchange of segments between homologous chromosomes at chiasmata. ‌​‍Source of genetic variation.

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Anaphase

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Mitosis

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Metaphase II

Question 9

Louis Dumont's famous work on Indian caste:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Homo Hierarchicus (1966) — Dumont's 'Homo Hierarchicus' — structural interpretation of caste based on pure/impure binary opposition.‌​‍

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Annihilation of Caste

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Religion of the Hindus

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The Village Republic

Question 10

Which of the following statements about the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

B. Permanent members of the UNSC can veto any substantive resolution, including procedural ones. — Permanent members of the UNSC can veto substantive resolutions but not procedural ones (e.g., agenda-setting). The veto power is limited to substantive matters, making option B the incorrect statement.

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A. The UNSC has 15 member states, including 5 permanent members with veto power.

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C. The UNSC can authorize the use of force under Chapter VII of the UN Charter.

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D. Non-permanent members of the UNSC are elected by the UN General Assembly for two-year terms.

LGS Mixed Practice Test #59