Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #139

Question 1

Modi's US state visit:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

June 2023 — State visit June 2023.‌​‍

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2020

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2019

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2024

Question 2

A teacher observes that students struggle with understanding a particular concept in science. To address this, the teacher decides to use analogies and visual aids in the next lesson. After the lesson, the teacher collects student feedback and adjusts the approach. This process best exemplifies which step in action research?

Accepted Answer

D. Reflecting and replanning — The scenario describes the teacher collecting feedback and adjusting the teaching method, which aligns with the 'reflecting and replanning' phase of action research. This step is crucial for continuous improvement, unlike the other phases (A, B, C) which are earlier stages in the process.

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A. Identifying the problem

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B. Implementing an intervention

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C. Collecting data

Question 3

Kabini flows to:

Accepted Answer

Cauvery — Cauvery tributary.

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Periyar

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Bharathapuzha

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Pamba

Question 4

Capital of Sri Lanka:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte — Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative). Colombo is commercial capital.‌​‍

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Colombo

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Kandy

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Galle

Question 5

The Temple Entry Proclamation of 1936 by Maharaja Chithira Thirunal Balarama Varma in Travancore was a pivotal moment in Kerala's social reform history. Beyond being a humanitarian act, what underlying factors and strategic considerations most significantly influenced its timing and implementation by the princely state?

Accepted Answer

C. The cumulative impact of prolonged agitations like the Vaikom and Guruvayoor Satyagrahas, Mahatma Gandhi's advocacy, and the broader nationalist movement's emphasis on social justice created immense pressure, prompting the state to act to preserve its legitimacy and project a progressive image. — The Temple Entry Proclamation was the culmination of decades of sustained social reform movements, most notably the Vaikom (1924-25) and Guruvayoor (1931-32) Satyagrahas. Mahatma Gandhi's active support and the growing influence of the Indian nationalist movement, which increasingly championed social justice, exerted immense pressure on the Travancore state. The Dewan, Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, and the Maharaja recognized the need to address these deeply entrenched social inequalities to maintain the legitimacy of the princely rule and project a progressive image in the face of rising public di

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A. It was a direct response to the Quit India Movement's demands for social equality, which had gained significant traction within Travancore by the mid-1930s.

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B. The Travancore government, under the guidance of Sir C.P. Ramaswami Iyer, sought to preempt widespread communist uprisings by addressing social grievances before they escalated into political unrest.

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D. The proclamation was a result of direct intervention by the British Viceroy, who saw it as an opportunity to weaken the influence of conservative Hindu organizations in South India.

Question 6

Beaufort scale measures:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wind speed — Wind speed/intensity.‌​‍

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Earthquake

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Humidity

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Temperature

Question 7

A new solid oral dosage form is highly hygroscopic and susceptible to degradation in the presence of moisture. Which type of primary packaging material would be most effective in protecting this product from atmospheric moisture?

Accepted Answer

C. Aluminum foil blister packs — Aluminum foil provides an excellent, nearly impermeable barrier to moisture and gases, making it the most effective choice for protecting highly hygroscopic drugs. HDPE offers good moisture protection but is not as absolute as aluminum. PVC has poor moisture barrier properties, and LDPE offers even less protection than HDPE.

Answer

A. High-density polyethylene (HDPE) bottles

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B. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) blister packs

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D. Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) bags

Question 8

Kerala's per-capita electricity consumption:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Higher than national average — Above national average.‌​‍

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Unknown

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Lower

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Equal

Question 9

Choose the correct preposition: 'He is fond ___ music.'‌​‍

Accepted Answer

of — 'Fond of' — fixed preposition.‌​‍

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for

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on

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in

Question 10

Indirect: He said to me, 'Please help me.'‌​‍

Accepted Answer

He requested me to help him — 'Please' = request. He requested me to help him.‌​‍

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He ordered me to help him

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He told me to help him

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He asked me that help him

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #139