Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #392

Question 1

A teacher uses a quiz at the end of a chapter to evaluate student understanding of the topic. This type of assessment is best classified as:

Accepted Answer

C. Summative assessment — Quizzes conducted periodically to check understanding and provide feedback are formative assessments. Summative assessment (C) occurs at the end of a larger unit or course. Diagnostic assessment (A) identifies learning gaps at the start, and ipsative assessment (D) compares a student’s current performance with their own past performance.

Answer

A. Diagnostic assessment

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B. Formative assessment

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D. Ipsative assessment

Question 2

A teacher observes that a new student is quiet, withdrawn, and frequently looks anxious, avoiding eye contact and group activities. Before focusing on academic performance, the teacher prioritizes building a trusting relationship with the student and ensuring they feel safe and accepted in the classroom. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which needs is the teacher primarily addressing?

Accepted Answer

B. Love and belonging needs and Safety needs — Feeling safe (Safety needs) and accepted by peers and the teacher (Love and belonging needs) are foundational psychological needs in Maslow's hierarchy. These must be met before a student can fully engage in higher-level learning or self-esteem development.

Answer

A. Esteem needs and Self-actualization needs

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C. Physiological needs and Esteem needs

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D. Self-actualization needs and Physiological needs

Question 3

Aadhaar program was launched in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2009 — UIDAI established January 2009. ‌​‍First Aadhaar issued September 2010 to Ranjana Sonawane of Maharashtra.

Answer

2006

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2019

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2016

Question 4

Asexual reproduction — binary fission is seen in:

Accepted Answer

Amoeba, Paramecium — Simplest type of asexual reproduction. Paramecium: transverse; Euglena: longitudinal. Produces genetically identical offspring.

Answer

Humans

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Earthworm

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Plants only

Question 5

Synonym of VILIFY:

Accepted Answer

Slander — Speak ill of.

Answer

Praise

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Honor

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Defend

Question 6

Long-term use of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) like omeprazole has been associated with an increased risk of which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

B. Osteoporosis — Long-term use of PPIs can reduce gastric acid secretion, which may impair the absorption of calcium and magnesium. This can lead to an increased risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures, particularly in older adults. Other long-term concerns include increased risk of C. difficile infection and vitamin B12 deficiency.

Answer

A. Hypertension

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C. Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

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D. Glaucoma

Question 7

Ponmudi hill station:

Accepted Answer

TVM — Thiruvananthapuram district.

Answer

Kollam

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Pathanamthitta

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Kottayam

Question 8

PCR:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

DNA amplification — Polymerase Chain Reaction.‌​‍

Answer

Protein

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Blood test

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Sugar

Question 9

1 horsepower (HP) is approximately equal to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

746 W — 1 HP ≈ 746 watts.‌​‍

Answer

1000 W

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100 W

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1500 W

Question 10

Which of the following polymers is commonly used in the production of non-stick cookware coatings due to its high thermal stability and low surface energy?

Accepted Answer

B. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) — Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) is the polymer used in non-stick coatings like Teflon due to its exceptional thermal stability (withstands temperatures up to 260°C) and very low coefficient of friction, making it ideal for cookware. Polyethylene has poor thermal stability, PVC degrades at high temperatures, and polypropylene lacks the necessary low surface energy for non-stick properties.

Answer

A. Polyethylene

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C. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

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D. Polypropylene

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #392