Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #517

Question 1

The Green Revolution, a major agricultural transformation in India post-independence, significantly boosted food grain production. However, it also led to certain unintended consequences that shaped India's socio-economic landscape. Which of the following best describes a long-term socio-economic impact of the Green Revolution in India?

Accepted Answer

C. Increased regional disparities in agricultural development, particularly between irrigated and rain-fed areas, and a widening gap between large and small farmers. — The Green Revolution, while boosting food production, primarily benefited regions with assured irrigation and larger farmers who could afford the high-yielding variety seeds, fertilizers, and machinery. This led to increased regional disparities and widened the economic gap between rich and poor farmers, as rain-fed areas and small landholders struggled to adopt the new technology. Option A is incorrect as it increased disparities, B is wrong because modern techniques were widely adopted, and D is incorrect as the focus was on increasing food grain production.

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A. A uniform increase in agricultural prosperity across all regions and farmer categories, leading to reduced income disparities.

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B. A significant decline in the adoption of modern farming techniques due to their high initial cost and limited government support.

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D. A shift towards cash crops from food grains, leading to a severe shortage of staple foods in the subsequent decades.

Question 2

Microbes in household products:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Lactobacillus (curd), Saccharomyces (bread, beer), Penicillium (cheese) — Fermentation makes food. ‌​‍Idli batter — Leuconostoc. Propionibacterium in Swiss cheese (holes from CO₂).

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Only pathogenic

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Harmful

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None

Question 3

She said, 'I will come tomorrow.' Indirect:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

She said she would come the next day — will → would, tomorrow → the next day.‌​‍

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She said she will come the next day

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She said she would come tomorrow

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She said she will come tomorrow

Question 4

A teacher observes that her students, despite knowing a lot of grammar rules and vocabulary, struggle to use English effectively in everyday conversations and real-life scenarios like making inquiries or expressing opinions. To address this, she decides to shift her teaching approach to prioritize authentic language use and interaction over rote memorization of rules. Which of the following language teaching methods best aligns with this pedagogical shift?

Accepted Answer

C. Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) — Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) focuses on enabling learners to communicate effectively and appropriately in various real-life situations, emphasizing meaning and interaction over mere grammatical accuracy. The Grammar-Translation Method (GTM) focuses on rules and translation, while the Audio-Lingual Method (ALM) emphasizes habit formation through drills. Total Physical Response (TPR) primarily focuses on listening comprehension through physical actions.

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A. Grammar-Translation Method (GTM)

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B. Audio-Lingual Method (ALM)

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D. Total Physical Response (TPR)

Question 5

Kerala Students' Scholarship schemes:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Multiple (minority, merit, etc) — Diverse scholarships.‌​‍

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Only merit

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Only SC/ST

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None

Question 6

'Dominant caste' concept was also by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Srinivas — Dominant caste: numerically preponderant + economically prosperous + politically powerful in a village. ‌​‍Not necessarily upper caste in ritual hierarchy.

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Ghurye

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Ambedkar

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Gandhi

Question 7

Ayyankali founded which organisation?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham — Ayyankali founded Sadhu Jana Paripalana Sangham in 1907.‌​‍

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SNDP Yogam

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NSS

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Brahmo Samaj

Question 8

The efforts to promote education among all sections of society, including girls and marginalized communities, have a long history in Kerala. Which of the following institutions is historically recognized for being one of the earliest to provide formal education specifically for girls in Travancore, even admitting students from diverse backgrounds?

Accepted Answer

C. Basel Mission Girls' High School, Thalassery — The Basel Mission played a pioneering role in establishing schools for girls in Malabar, with the Basel Mission Girls' High School in Thalassery being one of the earliest and most significant dedicated institutions. While CMS College Kottayam admitted some female students, it was primarily a men's college initially. The other institutions mentioned either focused on higher education or were established later.

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A. St. Teresa's College, Ernakulam

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B. CMS College, Kottayam

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D. Government College for Women, Thiruvananthapuram

Question 9

The Rosetta Stone helped decipher:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Egyptian hieroglyphs (by Champollion, 1822) — Discovered 1799 by Napoleon's troops. ‌​‍Same decree in 3 scripts (hieroglyphic, demotic, Greek). Champollion cracked hieroglyphs 1822.

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Linear B

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Chinese

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Cuneiform

Question 10

The Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illnesses (IMNCI) strategy is implemented in many countries to improve child health outcomes. Which of the following statements about IMNCI is INCORRECT?

Accepted Answer

D. It requires extensive laboratory investigations for accurate classification. — IMNCI is designed for resource-limited settings and relies on clinical signs and symptoms (syndromic approach) for classification and treatment, rather than extensive laboratory investigations. It does emphasize health promotion, disease prevention, and is primarily focused on children under 5 years of age.

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A. It uses a syndromic approach to diagnosis and treatment.

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B. It emphasizes health promotion and disease prevention.

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C. It is primarily for children under 5 years of age.

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #517