LGS Mixed Practice Test #159

Question 1

Polysaccharide storage in animals:

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Glycogen — In liver and muscles. Plants store starch (amylose + amylopectin). Cellulose = plant cell wall.

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Starch

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Cellulose

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Chitin

Question 2

Which of the following is a key difference between DNA and RNA nucleotides?

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B. DNA contains deoxyribose sugar, while RNA contains ribose sugar — DNA nucleotides contain deoxyribose sugar and the bases adenine, thymine, cytosine, and guanine, while RNA nucleotides contain ribose sugar and use uracil instead of thymine. Both DNA and RNA are polynucleotides with a phosphate backbone.

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A. DNA contains uracil, while RNA contains thymine

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C. DNA is single-stranded, while RNA is double-stranded

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D. DNA has a phosphate backbone, while RNA does not

Question 3

The famous Tirunelli temple lies in the valley of:

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Brahmagiri — Tirunelli (Wayanad) sits in the Brahmagiri valley.

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Ezhimala

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Puralimala

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Malayattoor

Question 4

Reserved forests:

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Fully protected — Strict legal protection.

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Limited use

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Open

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None

Question 5

National Education Day is celebrated annually in India on November 11th to commemorate the birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, India's first Education Minister. Given his vision and contributions to the nascent Indian education system, which of the following initiatives would be *most consistent* with the ideals he championed?

Accepted Answer

B. Prioritizing universal primary education, adult literacy, and the development of institutions for higher and technical learning. — Maulana Abul Kalam Azad was a strong proponent of universal primary education, adult literacy, and the establishment of robust institutions for higher and technical education, including the IITs and the UGC. Option B directly reflects these foundational contributions to modern Indian education. Options A, C, and D contradict his inclusive and progressive vision for national education.

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A. Establishing an education system solely focused on preserving traditional religious texts and practices.

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C. Advocating for a completely decentralized education policy with no central government oversight or funding.

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D. Limiting access to higher education to only those from specific socio-economic backgrounds to maintain exclusivity.

Question 6

The Oslo Peace Accords (1993) were between:‌​‍

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Israel and PLO — Rabin (Israel) + Arafat (PLO) shook hands at White House. ‌​‍Framework for Palestinian self-governance. Rabin assassinated 1995; process eventually stalled.

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North-South Korea

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India-Pakistan

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US-China

Question 7

A HSA teacher wants to develop students' critical thinking skills, ability to analyze different viewpoints, and construct reasoned arguments regarding complex social issues. Which literary form is most suitable for achieving this learning outcome?

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B. Structured classroom debates on current events. — Structured classroom debates directly engage students in analyzing opposing viewpoints, formulating logical arguments, and defending their positions, thereby significantly enhancing critical thinking and argumentation skills. Other options focus on creativity, personal reflection, or appreciation, rather than direct argumentative skill development.

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A. Collaborative storytelling activities.

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C. Individual reflective journal writing.

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D. Choral reading of historical ballads.

Question 8

Which statements about temperature inversion are correct? ‌​‍(1) Can trap pollutants near the ground (2) Typically occurs on clear, calm nights (3) Results in cooler temperatures at higher altitudes than lower

Accepted Answer

1 and 2 only — Temperature inversion traps pollutants and occurs on clear calm nights. ‌​‍Its definition is WARMER air above cooler — so statement 3 is backwards.

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2 and 3 only

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1 and 3 only

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All three

Question 9

Cricket World Cup 2023 (ODI) host:‌​‍

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India — India hosted; final at Ahmedabad.‌​‍

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England

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Australia

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UAE

Question 10

Which among the following is a primary social group?

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A. Family — Primary social groups are characterized by close, intimate, face-to-face relationships and long-term associations. The family fits this definition as it involves deep emotional bonds and continuous interaction, unlike other groups which are more formal or secondary in nature.

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B. Professional Association

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C. Political Party

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D. Religious Institution

LGS Mixed Practice Test #159