Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #381

Question 1

Aranmula Kannadi (metal mirror) is a GI-tagged product from which district?

Accepted Answer

Pathanamthitta — Aranmula Kannadi, made of a special metal alloy, is a GI-tagged heritage craft from Aranmula in Pathanamthitta.

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Thrissur

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Ernakulam

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Kottayam

Question 2

A teacher wants to introduce the concept of the solar system to a class of 6th graders. Which of the following teaching aids would be most effective for demonstrating the relative sizes and orbital paths of planets in a dynamic and interactive manner?

Accepted Answer

D. An interactive simulation software or virtual reality (VR) application. — Interactive simulations or VR applications allow students to dynamically explore, manipulate, and visualize complex concepts like planetary orbits and relative sizes, offering a hands-on, immersive learning experience that static charts or videos cannot fully provide. While an orrery is a good physical model, digital simulations often offer greater flexibility for scaling and interaction and are highly interactive.

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A. A static chart displaying planets.

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B. A physical model (orrery).

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C. A documentary video on space.

Question 3

The consecration of the Siva idol at Aruvippuram by Sree Narayana Guru in 1888 is considered a pivotal moment in Kerala's social reform. Beyond its religious aspect, what was the primary societal challenge Guru aimed to address through this act?

Accepted Answer

B. To demonstrate the spiritual equality of all individuals, regardless of their birth or caste. — The Aruvippuram consecration was a symbolic act challenging the Brahminical monopoly on temple consecration and worship. By consecrating the idol himself, Sree Narayana Guru asserted the spiritual competence of lower castes and the universal accessibility of divinity, thereby fundamentally undermining the caste system and promoting social equality. Options A, C, and D misrepresent his primary intent, which was social and spiritual reform, not sectarianism or political rebellion.

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A. To establish a new, independent religious sect separate from traditional Hinduism.

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C. To initiate a mass movement for political independence from colonial rule.

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D. To promote the worship of a specific deity as superior to others.

Question 4

The Roman Republic was founded in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

509 BCE — Rome founded 753 BCE (traditional), kingdom → Republic 509 BCE (overthrow of Tarquin) → Empire 27 BCE (Augustus).‌​‍

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27 BCE

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753 BCE

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44 BCE

Question 5

Fertilisation in angiosperms: primary endosperm nucleus (PEN) is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Triploid (3n) — fuses 2 polar + 1 sperm — Other sperm + egg → zygote (2n). ‌​‍Endosperm nourishes embryo. Unique double fertilization.

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Tetraploid

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Haploid

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Diploid

Question 6

Which of the following scenarios best exemplifies intrinsic motivation in a learning environment?

Accepted Answer

B. A child reading a book simply for the pleasure of the story. — Intrinsic motivation involves engaging in an activity for its inherent satisfaction, enjoyment, or personal interest, without the need for external rewards. A child reading for the pure pleasure of the story perfectly illustrates this. The other options (scholarship, good grade, medal) all represent external incentives, characteristic of extrinsic motivation.

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A. A student studying diligently to win a scholarship.

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C. A team collaborating on a project to earn a good grade.

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D. An athlete training hard to receive a medal.

Question 7

Vitamin E source:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vegetable oils, nuts — Vegetable oils, nuts, seeds.‌​‍

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Sunlight

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Fish oil

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Citrus

Question 8

A teacher trainee has just finished a 'teach' session in the microteaching cycle. What is the crucial immediate next step that allows for reflection and improvement before the 're-plan' phase?

Accepted Answer

B. Receive immediate constructive feedback from the supervisor and peers. — The microteaching cycle follows a sequence: Plan -> Teach -> Feedback -> Re-plan -> Re-teach -> Re-feedback. After the 'teach' phase, receiving immediate, constructive feedback from the supervisor and peers is the crucial next step that informs the 're-plan' phase and facilitates skill improvement.

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A. Re-teach the lesson to a different group of students.

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C. Begin planning the next microteaching skill session.

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D. Conduct a self-assessment without external input.

Question 9

Heisenberg uncertainty significant for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Microscopic (electrons) — Δx·Δp ≥ h/4π ≈ 10⁻³⁵. Negligible for macroscopic, fundamental for electrons.‌​‍

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None

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Only light

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Macroscopic bodies

Question 10

Aarogyasetu app was launched during:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

COVID-19 pandemic 2020 — AarogyaSetu was a COVID-19 contact tracing app launched in April 2020 during the pandemic.‌​‍

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Swine Flu 2015

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Demonetisation 2016

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Dengue outbreak 2017

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #381