Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #603

Question 1

Which of the following best describes Spearman's concept of 'g factor' in intelligence theory?

Accepted Answer

B. There is a single general intelligence factor that influences all cognitive tasks. — Spearman proposed the 'g factor' as a general intelligence that underlies performance across various cognitive tasks. Option B correctly reflects this idea. Option A describes Gardner's theory, while options C and D are unrelated to Spearman's model.

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A. Intelligence is composed of multiple independent abilities, each with equal importance.

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C. Intelligence is determined primarily by environmental factors rather than innate ability.

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D. Intelligence is a fixed trait that cannot be improved through education or training.

Question 2

The concept of 'Orientalism' was proposed by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Edward Said (1978) — Edward Said's 'Orientalism' (1978) — Western depictions of the East reinforce colonial power structures.‌​‍

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Noam Chomsky

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Michel Foucault

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Frantz Fanon

Question 3

Sabarimala SC Verdict (2018):

Accepted Answer

Allowed all women — All age women allowed; issue under review by larger bench.

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Banned all

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Restricted

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No change

Question 4

Nearest planet to Sun:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mercury — Mercury — closest to the Sun (57.9 million km).‌​‍

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Mars

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Venus

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Earth

Question 5

Ossicles (ear bones):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Malleus, incus, stapes — 3 bones in middle ear.‌​‍

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Only stapes

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Two

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Four

Question 6

Nehru Memorial Museum at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Teen Murti Bhavan — Teen Murti Bhavan, Delhi (former PM residence).‌​‍

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Red Fort

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Rajghat

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Parliament

Question 7

The Konark Sun Temple is in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Odisha — Konark Sun Temple (13th century) is in Odisha — a UNESCO World Heritage Site.‌​‍

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Rajasthan

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MP

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Gujarat

Question 8

Nehru Trophy Boat Race:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Punnamada Lake — Punnamada Lake, Alappuzha.‌​‍

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Vembanad

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Ashtamudi

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Sasthamkotta

Question 9

Monoclonal antibodies:

Accepted Answer

Lab-made specific antibodies — Single-target antibodies.

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Natural

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Vaccines

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Antibiotics

Question 10

In a rural block of Kerala, there's a significant concern regarding the enrolment and retention of children from marginalized communities in elementary schools, coupled with a lack of basic facilities like toilets and drinking water. Which government program was specifically designed to address these issues by promoting universal elementary education, improving school infrastructure, and ensuring equitable access and quality?

Accepted Answer

B. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) — Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) was a flagship program aimed at universalizing elementary education, focusing on enrolment, retention, quality improvement, and bridging social and gender gaps, including infrastructure development. RMSA focused on secondary education, NSDM on skill development, and MDMS on nutritional support.

Answer

A. Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan (RMSA)

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C. National Skill Development Mission (NSDM)

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D. Mid-Day Meal Scheme (MDMS)

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #603