LGS Mixed Practice Test #405

Question 1

Pakhui (Arunachal):

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Tiger — Tiger reserve.

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Rhino

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Elephant

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Bird

Question 2

Types of WBCs:‌​‍

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5 — 5 types: neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, basophils.‌​‍

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10

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7

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3

Question 3

Kerala's climate is significantly shaped by the monsoon systems. Considering the Southwest Monsoon, which of the following geographical factors is primarily responsible for the exceptionally high rainfall received along the western slopes of the Western Ghats in Kerala?

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B. The orographic effect caused by the Western Ghats obstructing moisture-laden winds. — The Western Ghats run perpendicular to the Southwest Monsoon winds. This geographical feature forces the moisture-laden winds to rise, cool, condense, and precipitate heavily on the windward western slopes, leading to significant orographic rainfall. Options A, C, and D describe other atmospheric or geographical phenomena that are either incorrect in context, less primary, or influence different aspects of the monsoon.

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A. The parallel alignment of the Western Ghats with the monsoon winds, enhancing their flow.

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C. The influence of the Tibetan high-pressure system creating strong onshore winds.

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D. Frequent cyclonic depressions forming over the Arabian Sea and moving towards the coast.

Question 4

Thrissur Pooram was introduced by:‌​‍

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Sakthan Thampuran — Sakthan Thampuran (Rama Varma of Cochin, 1790-1805) introduced Thrissur Pooram.‌​‍

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Marthanda Varma

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Swathi Thirunal

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Sri Chithira Thirunal

Question 5

Which of the following statements about the 5E learning model is NOT accurate?

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B. The phases of the model are rigidly sequential and must never be revisited or adjusted. — While the 5E model provides a logical sequence for instruction, its phases are not rigidly linear. Teachers can loop back to previous phases, adjust the sequence, or integrate elements from different phases as needed based on student understanding and learning outcomes. Options A, C, and D are all accurate descriptions of the 5E model's characteristics and benefits, reflecting its constructivist foundation.

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A. It promotes a learner-centered approach, encouraging active participation.

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C. It is designed to help students construct their own understanding of concepts.

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D. It encourages collaborative learning and critical thinking through inquiry-based activities.

Question 6

The 17th Laureus World Sports Award 2015 for Lifetime Achievement was given to Niki Lauda for:‌​‍

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Motor racing — Niki Lauda — three-time F1 World Champion. Recognized for motor racing.‌​‍

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Rugby

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Tennis

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Swimming

Question 7

A primary school student consistently struggles to focus in class, often appears tired, and frequently asks for snacks, complaining of hunger. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which level of needs is likely unmet, hindering the student's learning?

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C. Physiological needs — Physiological needs, such as hunger and rest, are the most basic needs at the bottom of Maslow's hierarchy. If these fundamental needs are unmet, a student will struggle to focus on higher-level needs like learning. Esteem, safety, and belongingness are higher-level needs that become prominent only after physiological needs are sufficiently met.

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A. Esteem needs

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B. Safety needs

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D. Belongingness and love needs

Question 8

Aluminum hydroxide and Magnesium hydroxide are common ingredients in antacids. What is their primary mechanism of action?

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B. They neutralize excess stomach acid by acting as weak bases. — Aluminum hydroxide and Magnesium hydroxide are inorganic salts that act as weak bases. Their primary mechanism of action as antacids is to chemically neutralize excess hydrochloric acid in the stomach, forming water and a salt, thereby raising the gastric pH. They do not inhibit proton pumps (like PPIs), form a protective barrier (like sucralfate), or increase mucus production.

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A. They directly inhibit proton pump activity in gastric parietal cells.

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C. They form a protective barrier over the gastric mucosa.

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D. They increase the production of gastric mucus.

Question 9

Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, who among the following is primarily responsible for ensuring the enrollment, attendance, and completion of elementary education by every child residing within its jurisdiction?

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C. The Local Authority — The RTE Act, 2009, explicitly places the primary responsibility for ensuring the enrollment, attendance, and completion of elementary education for every child on the Local Authority (e.g., Panchayat, Municipality) within its jurisdiction. This decentralizes accountability and ensures grassroots-level implementation of the Act's provisions.

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A. The Central Government

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B. The State Government

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D. The School Management Committee

Question 10

Across a period, atomic radius generally:‌​‍

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Decreases (increasing nuclear charge, same shell) — Down a group: increases (more shells). Ionisation energy trends are opposite.‌​‍

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Increases

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Stays constant

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Fluctuates randomly

LGS Mixed Practice Test #405