Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #270

Question 1

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which type of motivation is most closely associated with a student's desire to engage in self-reflection and personal growth?

Accepted Answer

D. Self-actualization needs (e.g., fulfilling potential) — Maslow's self-actualization level involves striving to fulfill one's potential, which aligns with intrinsic motivation for personal growth. Extrinsic motivation (Option A) and esteem needs (Option C) focus on external rewards or recognition, while safety needs (Option B) are lower on the hierarchy.

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A. Extrinsic motivation (e.g., rewards or grades)

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B. Safety needs (e.g., secure environment)

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C. Esteem needs (e.g., recognition and achievement)

Question 2

Reserpine, an indole alkaloid isolated from Rauwolfia serpentina, exerts its pharmacological effect primarily by:

Accepted Answer

C. Depleting catecholamine and serotonin stores in presynaptic neurons. — Reserpine acts by irreversibly binding to the vesicular monoamine transporter (VMAT), preventing the uptake and storage of neurotransmitters like norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin into synaptic vesicles. This depletion of neurotransmitter stores leads to its antihypertensive and sedative effects.

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A. Directly stimulating adrenergic receptors, leading to vasoconstriction.

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B. Inhibiting the reuptake of norepinephrine, serotonin, and dopamine.

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D. Acting as a competitive antagonist at muscarinic acetylcholine receptors.

Question 3

Following rivers are NOT a tributary of Periyar:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kattappanayar — Mullayar, Perumthurayar, Kallar are tributaries; Kattappanayar is not.‌​‍

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Kallar

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Perumthurayar

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Mullayar

Question 4

The 'Public Education Rejuvenation Mission' (Pothu Vidhyabhyasa Samrakshana Yajnam), a flagship program of the Government of Kerala, primarily aims to achieve which of the following?

Accepted Answer

B. Transform public schools into centres of excellence comparable to private institutions. — The Public Education Rejuvenation Mission is a key initiative of the Kerala government aimed at revitalizing the public education sector. Its primary goal is to upgrade government schools, making them attractive and competitive, transforming them into centres of excellence that can rival private educational institutions in terms of quality and facilities, thereby strengthening the public education system as a whole. Options A, C, and D are either contrary to the mission's goal or represent only partial aspects, not the primary aim.

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A. Privatize underperforming public schools to improve efficiency.

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C. Introduce a common curriculum for all private and public schools in the state.

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D. Focus exclusively on improving infrastructure in selected model schools.

Question 5

What is NITI Aayog's 'Shoonya' campaign? ‌​‍(1) Zero-pollution e-mobility (2) Consumer awareness on air pollution (3) Promotes electric vehicles

Accepted Answer

1, 2 and 3 — Shoonya (2021) combines all three — zero-pollution EV campaign with consumer awareness and promotion.‌​‍

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2 only

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1 and 3

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2 and 3

Question 6

Atomic number of Oxygen:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

8 — Oxygen Z=8.‌​‍

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10

Answer

16

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6

Question 7

African Union joined G20 in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2023 — Admitted as permanent member at Delhi Summit 2023.‌​‍

Answer

2024

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2022

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2025

Question 8

The antonym of 'ANCIENT' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Modern — Ancient = very old. Modern = present-day, contemporary.‌​‍

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Old

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Historic

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Classic

Question 9

A patient's urine analysis reveals a specific gravity of 1.035. This finding most likely suggests:

Accepted Answer

D. Dehydration or concentrated urine — Normal urine specific gravity ranges from 1.003 to 1.030. A specific gravity of 1.035 is higher than normal, indicating that the urine is highly concentrated. This is typically seen in states of dehydration, where the kidneys conserve water, or in conditions like excessive sweating or fever. Overhydration or diabetes insipidus would lead to dilute urine (low specific gravity).

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A. Overhydration

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B. Diabetes insipidus

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C. Normal hydration status

Question 10

A 15-year-old girl spends hours trying on different outfits, experimenting with various hairstyles, and frequently changes her friend group, often expressing confusion about 'who she really is'. This behavior is most indicative of which developmental stage?

Accepted Answer

C. Navigating identity versus role confusion — The described behaviors are classic manifestations of Erikson's stage of Identity versus Role Confusion, where adolescents actively explore various aspects of their identity to form a coherent sense of self. Developing autonomy occurs earlier, resolving the Oedipus complex is associated with early childhood, and achieving generativity is a much later adult stage.

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A. Developing a sense of autonomy

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B. Resolving the Oedipus complex

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D. Achieving generativity

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #270