Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #284

Question 1

KEAM conducted by:

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CEE (Commissioner for Entrance Exams) — CEE under higher education.

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KPSC

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Govt

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University

Question 2

Under the Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, what is the primary age group for which free and compulsory education is guaranteed?

Accepted Answer

B. 6 to 14 years — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates free and compulsory education for all children between the ages of 6 and 14 years. This provision ensures that every child in this age group has the right to elementary education, covering classes I to VIII.

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A. 3 to 14 years

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C. 5 to 18 years

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D. 6 to 18 years

Question 3

Antonym of LARGE:

Accepted Answer

Small — Large ↔ small.

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Big

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Huge

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Massive

Question 4

Kant's Categorical Imperative:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Act only on maxim you could will as universal law — Groundwork of Metaphysics of Morals (1785). ‌​‍Deontology (duty ethics). Contrast: consequentialism (Bentham, Mill — utilitarianism).

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Act selfishly

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Follow authority

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No ethics

Question 5

Which of the following statements most accurately describes a key characteristic or purpose of microteaching?

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B. It focuses on developing one specific teaching skill at a time in a controlled environment. — Microteaching is characterized by its 'scaled down' nature, focusing on the mastery of one specific teaching skill (e.g., questioning, explaining) at a time within a small group and limited duration. It is highly practical and aims for skill development, unlike traditional comprehensive training or theoretical emphasis.

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A. It aims to provide comprehensive training for teaching all subjects simultaneously.

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C. It involves teaching a full-length lesson to a large group of students for real-world experience.

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D. It primarily emphasizes theoretical understanding of pedagogy rather than practical application.

Question 6

Which part of the respiratory system is primarily responsible for the actual exchange of gases (oxygen and carbon dioxide) between the air and the blood?

Accepted Answer

C. Alveoli — The alveoli are tiny air sacs within the lungs where the vital process of gas exchange occurs. Oxygen diffuses from the alveoli into the bloodstream, while carbon dioxide moves from the blood into the alveoli to be exhaled. The other options are part of the conducting airways, facilitating air passage but not gas exchange.

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A. Trachea

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B. Bronchi

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D. Larynx

Question 7

A population consists of:‌​‍

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All individuals of the same species in an area — Population = interbreeding members of one species in a defined area.‌​‍

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Different species

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All living organisms

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Non-living factors

Question 8

In 2023, the BRICS group announced a significant expansion, inviting several new member countries. Which of the following countries was NOT among the initial six nations invited to join BRICS from January 1, 2024?

Accepted Answer

B. Indonesia — At the 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg in August 2023, six new countries were invited to join BRICS from January 1, 2024: Argentina, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, and UAE. While Argentina (A) was initially invited, its new government later declined the invitation. Indonesia (B) was a prospective candidate but was not among the initial six countries invited in this round of expansion. Iran (C) and Saudi Arabia (D) were indeed invited and joined.

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A. Argentina

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C. Iran

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D. Saudi Arabia

Question 9

Wings of Fire by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Abdul Kalam — A.P.J. Abdul Kalam's autobiography.‌​‍

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Sarabhai

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Bhabha

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Raman

Question 10

The hormone-mimicking endocrine disruptor in some plastics is:‌​‍

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Bisphenol A (BPA) — BPA, used in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, mimics estrogen — banned in many products.‌​‍

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Vitamin C

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Caffeine

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Glucose

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #284