LGS Mixed Practice Test #81

Question 1

The District Primary Education Programme (DPEP) was a precursor to the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA). What was the MAIN objective of DPEP in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

B. Achieving universal primary education and reducing gender disparities — DPEP aimed to achieve universal primary education and bridge gender and social gaps in enrollment and retention. Option A is unrelated (secondary education), Option C was not a DPEP focus, and Option D describes a later SSA strategy, not DPEP's core objective.

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A. Universalization of secondary education in the state

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C. Introducing vocational education in high schools

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D. Establishing private-public partnerships for school infrastructure

Question 2

The Gutenberg printing press was invented around:

Accepted Answer

1450 — Johannes Gutenberg's movable-type printing press (c. 1450) in Germany. Revolutionised book production, spread of Reformation, literacy.

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1300

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1500

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1600

Question 3

Makaravilakku is associated with which temple?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sabarimala — Makaravilakku (Makara Jyothi) is observed at Sabarimala temple during the Makar Sankranti festival.‌​‍

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Padmanabhaswamy

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Guruvayur

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Vaikom

Question 4

Hybridization in graphite:

Accepted Answer

sp² — Planar hexagonal layers; each C sp² bonded to 3 Cs. Remaining p-electron delocalised → electrical conductivity along layer.

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sp

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sp³

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sp³d

Question 5

The master gland of the body is the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pituitary — The anterior pituitary controls other endocrine glands (thyroid, adrenal, gonads).‌​‍

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Adrenal

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Hypothalamus

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Thyroid

Question 6

District Panchayats:

Accepted Answer

14 — 14 — one per district.

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28

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12

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20

Question 7

The author of 'Wings of Fire' autobiography is:

Accepted Answer

A. P. J. Abdul Kalam — 'Wings of Fire: An Autobiography' (1999) by A. P. J. Abdul Kalam with Arun Tiwari.

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Nelson Mandela

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Malala Yousafzai

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Nehru

Question 8

A teacher in a government school in Kerala wants to utilize advanced technology for delivering lessons, access digital learning resources, and participate in professional development programs focused on ICT integration. Which of the following Kerala Education Department initiatives would be most relevant for this teacher's needs?

Accepted Answer

C. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) is the state agency responsible for implementing ICT initiatives in schools, providing Hi-Tech classrooms, digital resources, and extensive teacher training in ICT. Pravesanolsavam is a school reopening festival, the General Education Protection Mission is a broader initiative for overall school quality, and the School Sanitation Drive focuses on hygiene, none directly catering to the teacher's specific technology and professional development needs.

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A. Pravesanolsavam

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B. General Education Protection Mission

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D. School Sanitation Drive

Question 9

Who made the Temple Entry Proclamation in Travancore?

Accepted Answer

Sree Chithira Thirunal — Sree Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma proclaimed temple entry on 12 November 1936.

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Rani Gowri Lakshmi Bai

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Swathi Thirunal

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Sree Moolam Thirunal

Question 10

A student consistently underperforms in exams despite having access to all learning resources. According to Maslow's theory, which unmet need is most likely contributing to this behavior?

Accepted Answer

A. Love and belonging needs (feeling isolated or unsupported) — Maslow's hierarchy suggests that unmet social needs (love and belonging) can significantly impact motivation and performance. If the student feels isolated or unsupported, it may hinder their ability to focus or perform well, unlike options B, C, or D, which address higher-level or less immediately impactful needs.

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B. Self-actualization needs (lack of purpose or direction)

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C. Safety needs (fear of failure or academic pressure)

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D. Physiological needs (chronic stress or poor health)

LGS Mixed Practice Test #81