Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #151

Question 1

Nematodes are:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pseudocoelomate, cylindrical, unsegmented — Ascaris, Wuchereria (filaria). ‌​‍Sexes separate. Pseudocoelom = cavity from blastocoel (not mesoderm-lined).

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Vertebrates

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Coelomate, segmented

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Flatworms

Question 2

Why do we feel cool when we sweat?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Evaporation causes cooling — Evaporation is a cooling process — sweat absorbs body heat when it evaporates, cooling the skin.‌​‍

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Sweat is cold

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Wind blows

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Blood pressure drops

Question 3

The oldest of the four Vedas is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rig Veda — The Rig Veda is the oldest Veda, containing 1,028 hymns organised in 10 mandalas. ‌​‍The Gayatri Mantra is from the Rig Veda.

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Sama Veda

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Yajur Veda

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Atharva Veda

Question 4

Habitus (Bourdieu) refers to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Internalised dispositions shaped by one's social position — Habitus: embodied schemes of perception, thought, action — how class/culture shapes individual practice unconsciously.‌​‍

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Diet

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Location

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Habits

Question 5

2028 is a leap year. The next leap year is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2032 — Leap years: every 4 years. 2028 + 4 = 2032.‌​‍

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2030

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2031

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2033

Question 6

Nylon 6,6 is made from:

Accepted Answer

Hexamethylenediamine + adipic acid — Condensation polymer (polyamide). Named after 6+6 carbons. Strong, elastic — used in ropes, clothing.

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Ethylene

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Isoprene

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Styrene

Question 7

The socio-religious reform movements in Kerala played a crucial role in challenging patriarchal norms and enhancing women's status. Among the following initiatives, which one stands out as having the most transformative and long-term impact on empowering women across different communities?

Accepted Answer

C. Establishing and promoting educational institutions specifically for girls and advocating for their universal schooling. — Promoting universal access to education for girls was the most transformative step, as education is fundamental to women's autonomy, economic independence, and ability to challenge traditional patriarchal structures. While campaigning against specific social evils (like 'Marumakkathayam' which was specific to certain communities) or advocating for political participation were important, these often followed or were enabled by a foundational shift in women's educational opportunities. Encouraging leadership within reform organizations, though valuable, did not have the broad, systemic impact on

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A. The active campaigning against social evils like 'Marumakkathayam' and 'Sambandham' in certain communities.

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B. Advocating for the right of women to participate in public discourse and political assemblies.

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D. Encouraging women's leadership roles within the reform organizations themselves.

Question 8

One word: Proposed explanation:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hypothesis — Hypothesis (testable).‌​‍

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Postulate

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Theory

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Law

Question 9

KINFRA parks state:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Industrial parks across state — Multiple industrial parks.‌​‍

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Private

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Only one

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Cancelled

Question 10

Water absorbed in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

All — All along, esp. large intestine.‌​‍

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Small intestine

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Large intestine

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Stomach

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #151