Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #233

Question 1

Synonym of QUINTESSENTIAL:

Accepted Answer

Typical — Representing the most perfect example.

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Rare

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Unusual

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Strange

Question 2

Dynamite was invented by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nobel — Alfred Nobel invented dynamite in 1867. His fortune funded the Nobel Prizes.‌​‍

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Einstein

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Edison

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Tesla

Question 3

The National Games of India play a significant role in the country's sports landscape. From the perspective of national sports development objectives, what is the most profound impact a state can achieve by consistently performing well and investing in its sports ecosystem, as reflected through participation in events like the National Games?

Accepted Answer

C. It cultivates a robust sports culture, identifies grassroots talent, and strengthens the pipeline for national and international representation, thereby contributing to India's overall sporting prowess. — Consistent strong performance and investment in sports, as demonstrated in events like the National Games, most profoundly contribute to national sports development by fostering a robust sports culture. This enables the identification and nurturing of talent from the grassroots, strengthening the overall pool of athletes for national and international competitions. While other options might represent partial benefits, they do not encompass the comprehensive long-term objective of building India's overall sporting prowess.

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A. It guarantees a direct increase in the state's share of central government sports funding for the subsequent fiscal year.

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B. It primarily enhances the state's reputation, attracting private sector sponsorships for individual athletes.

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D. It ensures that the state will be prioritized to host the next edition of the National Games, promoting local infrastructure development.

Question 4

Photosynthesis requires which pigment to absorb light?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chlorophyll — Chlorophyll a (primary), chlorophyll b, carotenoids; absorb red and blue light mainly.‌​‍

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Xanthophyll

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Melanin

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Haemoglobin

Question 5

Antonym of REJECT:

Accepted Answer

Accept — Reject ↔ accept.

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Decline

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Refuse

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Deny

Question 6

Respiratory pigment in humans:

Accepted Answer

Haemoglobin (Fe-containing, in RBC) — Each Hb carries 4 O₂. Haemocyanin (Cu) in molluscs. Myoglobin stores O₂ in muscles.

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Haemocyanin

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Chlorophyll

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Myoglobin only

Question 7

Who wrote the theme song of 'Run Kerala Run' for the 35th National Games?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

O.N.V. Kurup — O.N.V. Kurup wrote the theme song for Kerala-hosted National Games 2015.‌​‍

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Murukan Kattakada

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V. Madhusoodanan Nair

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P.K. Gopi

Question 8

A can do work in 10 days, B in 15 days. Together, they finish in:

Accepted Answer

6 days — 1/10 + 1/15 = 5/30 = 1/6 → 6 days.

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8 days

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10 days

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12 days

Question 9

Largest circulation Malayalam daily:

Accepted Answer

Malayala Manorama — Malayala Manorama.

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Mathrubhumi

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Deshabhimani

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Madhyamam

Question 10

The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 proposes the establishment of PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development). What is the primary role envisioned for PARAKH?

Accepted Answer

C. To set norms, standards, and guidelines for student assessment and evaluation across all school boards. — PARAKH is envisioned as a National Assessment Centre with the primary role of setting norms, standards, and guidelines for student assessment and evaluation for all school boards in India. Its purpose is to shift assessment towards competency-based learning and away from rote memorization, ensuring a more holistic evaluation. It is not responsible for higher education entrance exams, financial management, or teacher recruitment.

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A. To conduct a single national entrance examination for all undergraduate admissions in India.

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B. To manage the financial allocation and auditing for all state education departments.

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D. To recruit and train teachers for all public and private schools nationwide.

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #233