Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #158

Question 1

If the following words are arranged according to dictionary order, which will be the third word in that order: Excellence, Excerpt, Exceedingly, Exceptionable?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Exceptionable — Dictionary order: Exceedingly, Excellence, Exceptionable, Excerpt. ‌​‍('Excep' precedes 'Excer' as 'p' < 'r'.) Third word = Exceptionable.

Answer

Exceedingly

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Excellence

Answer

Excerpt

Question 2

What is the primary pedagogical shift envisioned by the National Education Policy 2020's new 5+3+3+4 curricular structure compared to the previous 10+2 system?

Accepted Answer

A. Integration of Early Childhood Care and Education (ECCE) as a foundational stage. — The 5 in the 5+3+3+4 structure specifically refers to the Foundational Stage, which includes three years of pre-school/anganwadi education and two years of primary school (Grades 1-2). This integrates ECCE into formal schooling, addressing a critical gap in the previous system. Options B, C, and D contradict the NEP's principles of holistic learning, early vocational exposure, and reduced exam stress.

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B. Exclusive focus on rote learning for competitive examinations.

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C. Introduction of vocational training only after higher secondary.

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D. Mandatory common board exams for all classes from 1 to 12.

Question 3

Who founded Sadhujana Paripalana Sangham?

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali founded SJPS in 1907.

Answer

K.P. Karuppan

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Sahodaran Ayyappan

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C. Krishnan

Question 4

Lok Sabha term:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

5 years — 5 years (can be dissolved earlier).‌​‍

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4 years

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6 years

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Permanent

Question 5

The International Day of Education, observed globally on January 24th, highlights education's pivotal role in achieving peace and development. Considering the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG 4) and the UN's broader agenda, which of the following policy decisions would be *most in line* with the spirit and objectives of this international observance?

Accepted Answer

B. Implementing comprehensive policies to ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and lifelong learning opportunities for all, with a focus on marginalized communities. — The International Day of Education, spearheaded by UNESCO, aligns with SDG 4, which aims to 'ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all.' Therefore, policies promoting universal access, equity, and quality for all, especially marginalized groups, are most consistent with its objectives. Options A, C, and D contradict the principles of inclusivity, equity, or context-appropriateness central to global education goals.

Answer

A. Investing heavily in private educational institutions while reducing public funding for primary schools in rural areas.

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C. Prioritizing vocational training for specific industries, thereby limiting access to broader academic fields for most students.

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D. Standardizing all national curricula globally to ensure uniformity, irrespective of local cultural or socio-economic contexts.

Question 6

Synonym of DISCREPANCY:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Difference — Inconsistency.‌​‍

Answer

Match

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Harmony

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Agreement

Question 7

Unniarcha:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Warrior heroine — Legendary warrior of North Kerala.‌​‍

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Queen

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Poet

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None

Question 8

In a Kerala classroom where students struggle with English pronunciation, a teacher decides to use minimal pairs to improve their listening and speaking skills. Which language teaching method is this teacher most likely employing?

Accepted Answer

B. Audio-Lingual Method — The Audio-Lingual Method is the correct answer because it relies heavily on drills, repetition, and minimal pairs to develop listening and speaking skills, as seen in the teacher's approach. Task-Based Learning (A) focuses on completing real-world tasks, the Silent Way (C) uses non-verbal techniques like Cuisenaire rods, and the Lexical Approach (D) emphasizes learning language chunks, making them less relevant to this specific scenario.

Answer

A. Task-Based Learning

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C. Silent Way

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D. Lexical Approach

Question 9

Who was the author of the book 'Adwaitha Panjaram'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kunjan Pillai — Sree Narayana Guru's birth name was Nanu Asan; Adwaitha Panjaram is among his philosophical works.‌​‍

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Vakkom Maulavi

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Thycaud Ayya Guru

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V.T. Bhattathirippad

Question 10

Currency of China:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Yuan — Yuan (Renminbi). Yen = Japan. Won = Korea.‌​‍

Answer

Yen

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Won

Answer

Ruble

Secretariat Assistant Mixed Practice Test #158