LGS Mixed Practice Test #563

Question 1

Which of the following best describes Spearman's concept of 'g factor' in intelligence theory?

Accepted Answer

B. There is a single general intelligence factor that influences all cognitive tasks. — Spearman proposed the 'g factor' as a general intelligence that underlies performance across various cognitive tasks. Option B correctly reflects this idea. Option A describes Gardner's theory, while options C and D are unrelated to Spearman's model.

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A. Intelligence is composed of multiple independent abilities, each with equal importance.

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C. Intelligence is determined primarily by environmental factors rather than innate ability.

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D. Intelligence is a fixed trait that cannot be improved through education or training.

Question 2

BYJU'S valuation cut:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Major declines — Significant valuation cuts.‌​‍

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Same

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Increased

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IPO

Question 3

Which of the following initiatives was launched in Kerala on June 1st, 2017, to improve the quality of public education and ensure inclusive learning environments for all students?

Accepted Answer

B. 'KITE Victers' — 'KITE Victers' (Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education - Virtual Classroom Technology and Resources) was launched on June 1st, 2017, to enhance digital learning and teacher training in Kerala's public education system. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan is a national programme, while the Kerala State Higher Education Council and Kudumbashree Education Programme are unrelated to this specific initiative.

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A. 'Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan'

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C. 'Kerala State Higher Education Council'

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D. 'Kudumbashree Education Programme'

Question 4

The first railway line in India ran between:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bombay-Thane — First railway: Bombay (Bori Bunder) to Thane, 16 April 1853, 34 km.‌​‍

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Delhi-Agra

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Madras-Arcot

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Calcutta-Howrah

Question 5

SmartCity Kochi SEZ partner:

Accepted Answer

Dubai — Dubai-based TECOM partnership.

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Singapore

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Israel

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UK

Question 6

GPT-4o:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Multimodal 2024 — Omni-model May 2024.‌​‍

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GPT-5

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Cancelled

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Only text

Question 7

A teacher conducts a short quiz at the end of each chapter and uses the results to identify areas where students are struggling, then adjusts her teaching methods for the next class. This approach is an example of which type of assessment?

Accepted Answer

B. Formative Assessment — Formative assessment is designed to monitor student learning during instruction and provide ongoing feedback to both students and teachers. In this scenario, the quiz helps the teacher identify learning gaps and adjust teaching, which is a key characteristic of formative assessment. Summative assessment evaluates learning at the end of an instructional unit, while diagnostic assessment identifies learning difficulties before instruction begins.

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A. Summative Assessment

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C. Diagnostic Assessment

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D. Norm-referenced Assessment

Question 8

Kerala SRTC:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

KSRTC — Kerala State Road Transport Corporation.‌​‍

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KERTU

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KTDC

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KCRTC

Question 9

Which metal is extracted by electrolysis of alumina in cryolite?

Accepted Answer

Aluminium (Hall-Héroult) — Al₂O₃ dissolved in molten cryolite (Na₃AlF₆) is electrolysed at ~1000 °C to yield Al.

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Iron

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Copper

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Zinc

Question 10

Which ancient port in Kerala was renowned for trade with Roman and Greek civilizations?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Muziris — Muziris (near modern-day Kodungallur/Cranganore) was a famous ancient port on the Malabar Coast, mentioned in Roman and Greek texts as a major spice trading centre.‌​‍

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Kollam

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Kochi

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Beypore

LGS Mixed Practice Test #563