Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #498

Question 1

Sree Narayana Guru installed a Shiva Linga at Aruvippuram in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1888 — The Aruvippuram Prathishta (1888) was a landmark act defying caste monopoly on temple rituals.‌​‍

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1885

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1891

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1903

Question 2

The Amazon River flows through:‌​‍

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South America — The Amazon flows through South America (mainly Brazil). ‌​‍It carries the most water of any river.

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Africa

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Asia

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North America

Question 3

Kadambini Ganguly, one of India's first female university graduates, broke significant societal barriers in the late 19th century. Her achievement was not merely personal but symbolized a critical shift for women's status. What was the *most profound societal implication* of her pioneering academic success?

Accepted Answer

B. It challenged orthodox views on women's intellectual capabilities and their right to public life. — Kadambini Ganguly's graduation was a powerful statement against the prevalent societal norms that confined women to domestic roles and questioned their intellectual capacity. While it didn't immediately lead to equal employment or widespread women-only universities, it fundamentally challenged orthodox views and paved the way for greater acceptance of women in higher education and public life, inspiring others.

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A. It directly led to the establishment of women-only universities across India.

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C. It immediately resulted in equal employment opportunities for women in professional fields.

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D. It primarily encouraged women from affluent families to pursue higher education abroad.

Question 4

A car engine exerts a force of 5000 N to move the car at a constant velocity of 20 m/s. What is the power output of the engine?

Accepted Answer

A. 25 kW — Power is calculated as force multiplied by velocity (P = F × v). Here, P = 5000 N × 20 m/s = 100,000 W or 100 kW. The correct answer is 100 kW, while the other options either underestimate or overestimate the power. The engine's power output balances the resistive forces to maintain constant velocity.

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B. 100 kW

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C. 250 kW

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D. 500 kW

Question 5

In CCE, which tool is most suitable for assessing the co-scholastic domain (attitudes and values) of a student?

Accepted Answer

B. Observation schedules and anecdotal records — Observation schedules and anecdotal records (B) are ideal for assessing attitudes, values, and socio-emotional skills, which fall under the co-scholastic domain. Unit tests (A) and standardized tests (C) focus on cognitive skills, while portfolio reviews (D) primarily assess written or project work, not necessarily attitudes.

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A. Unit tests with multiple-choice questions

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C. Standardized achievement tests

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D. Portfolio reviews of written assignments

Question 6

Blood pressure is measured with:

Accepted Answer

Sphygmomanometer — Sphygmomanometer measures systolic/diastolic BP (e.g., 120/80 mm Hg normal).

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Stethoscope

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Thermometer

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Electrocardiograph

Question 7

Pointing to a photo, a man says 'She is my mother's daughter.' The person is his:‌​‍

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Sister — Mother's daughter = his sister.‌​‍

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Mother

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Daughter

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Aunt

Question 8

Pazhassi Raja's most celebrated guerrilla campaigns against the British were fought in which forested region?

Accepted Answer

Wayanad forests — Pazhassi Raja used the Wayanad forests to wage guerrilla war; he was killed in 1805 in Mavila Thodu, Wayanad.

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Sahyadri near Palakkad

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Silent Valley

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Western Ghats of Idukki

Question 9

Largest bone:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Femur — Femur (thigh bone).‌​‍

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Humerus

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Tibia

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Spine

Question 10

Synonym of PETULANT:

Accepted Answer

Irritable — Childishly sulky.

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Cheerful

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Calm

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Kind

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #498