LGS Mixed Practice Test #742

Question 1

Which Indian English writer won the Booker Prize in 1981 for 'Midnight's Children'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Salman Rushdie — Magical realism. ‌​‍Won Booker of Bookers. 'Satanic Verses' (1988) controversial — fatwa by Khomeini.

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Anita Desai

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Vikram Seth

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R.K. Narayan

Question 2

The longest wall in the world is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Great Wall of China — Great Wall of China (~21,196 km). ‌​‍Built over centuries to protect against invasions.

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Berlin Wall

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Hadrian's Wall

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Western Wall

Question 3

In Kerala, 'Vayana Dinam' (Reading Day) is observed on June 19th. Which prominent figure's death anniversary is commemorated on this day, emphasizing the importance of reading and literacy?

Accepted Answer

B. P.N. Panicker — Vayana Dinam, or Reading Day, in Kerala is observed on June 19th, marking the death anniversary of P.N. Panicker. He is widely known as the 'Father of the Library Movement' in Kerala, and his efforts significantly contributed to promoting literacy and reading habits across the state. The other figures are prominent in Kerala but not directly associated with Reading Day in this context.

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A. E.M.S. Namboodiripad

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C. A.K. Gopalan

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D. Kumaran Asan

Question 4

Kerala's first Lokayukta:

Accepted Answer

Justice Thankappan — Justice P.S. Thankappan Nair (1999).

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Justice Balakrishnan

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Justice Koshi

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Justice Sasidharan

Question 5

To promote moral reasoning, cultural awareness, and understanding of universal human values among elementary students, a teacher frequently incorporates short narratives into her lessons. Which literary form is most appropriate for achieving these particular educational objectives?

Accepted Answer

C. Traditional fables and folktales from diverse cultures. — Fables and folktales are short, often simple narratives that traditionally convey moral lessons and cultural insights, making them highly effective for teaching moral reasoning and universal human values to elementary students. They also introduce students to diverse cultural perspectives in an accessible narrative format, unlike factual biographies, complex philosophy, or current events.

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A. Autobiographical accounts of famous scientists.

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B. Excerpts from complex philosophical treatises.

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D. Contemporary news reports on global political events.

Question 6

Gulf Cooperation Council members:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

6 — Saudi, UAE, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain.‌​‍

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5

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10

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8

Question 7

Deficiency of Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) can significantly impair the activity of which crucial enzyme complex involved in the oxidative decarboxylation of pyruvate?

Accepted Answer

B. Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex — Thiamine pyrophosphate (TPP), derived from Vitamin B1, is an essential coenzyme for the pyruvate dehydrogenase complex (PDC). PDC catalyzes the conversion of pyruvate to acetyl-CoA, a critical link between glycolysis and the citric acid cycle. Impaired PDC activity leads to reduced ATP production and lactate accumulation, characteristic of thiamine deficiency.

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A. Lactate dehydrogenase

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C. Succinate dehydrogenase

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D. Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase

Question 8

A 6-month-old infant is brought to the clinic with a history of fever, irritability, and poor feeding. On examination, you notice a bulging fontanelle. Which of the following is the most likely diagnosis?

Accepted Answer

B. Meningitis. — A bulging fontanelle in an infant with fever, irritability, and poor feeding is a classic sign of increased intracranial pressure, most commonly seen in meningitis (B). Otitis media (A) typically presents with ear pain and fever but not a bulging fontanelle. Gastroenteritis (C) usually involves diarrhea and vomiting, and bronchiolitis (D) presents with respiratory symptoms like wheezing and tachypnea.

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A. Otitis media.

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C. Gastroenteritis.

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D. Bronchiolitis.

Question 9

Kerala coastline divided into:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

3 — sand coast, cliff coast, backwater — Three types.‌​‍

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2

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Varies

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1

Question 10

Bronze is an alloy of:

Accepted Answer

Cu + Sn — Bronze ≈ 88% copper + 12% tin; used for statues, bearings.

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Cu + Zn

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Cu + Al

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Fe + Ni

LGS Mixed Practice Test #742