Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #71

Question 1

The SCERT Kerala's recent 'School Development Plan (SDP) Guidelines' emphasizes which of the following as a critical component for school improvement?

Accepted Answer

D. Community participation in school governance and resource mobilization — SCERT Kerala's SDP guidelines prioritize community participation in school governance and resource mobilization to enhance sustainability and inclusivity. While classroom infrastructure is important, it is not the primary focus of governance reforms.

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A. Increasing the number of classrooms to reduce student-teacher ratio

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B. Mandatory parent-teacher meetings every month

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C. Annual external audits of school infrastructure

Question 2

'We are very excited ___ our trip to Dubai next week.' (correct preposition)‌​‍

Accepted Answer

about — Excited ABOUT — standard collocation.‌​‍

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with

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over

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at

Question 3

Synonym of JEJUNE:

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Dull — Naive, dull.

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Rich

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Interesting

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Full

Question 4

A teacher notices that students are struggling to grasp the concept of 'osmosis' during the 'Explain' phase of the 5E model. What should the teacher do next to address this gap in understanding?

Accepted Answer

B. Provide additional examples, analogies, or demonstrations to clarify the concept before proceeding. — The 'Explain' phase is where the teacher clarifies concepts, so addressing misconceptions with scaffolding (Option B) is appropriate. Options A and C avoid addressing the gap, while Option D delays instruction. Constructivism emphasizes timely feedback and support.

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A. Move on to the next topic to avoid wasting time.

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C. Assign a worksheet with multiple-choice questions on osmosis for independent practice.

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D. Ask students to research osmosis at home and submit a report the next day.

Question 5

Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with benzodiazepine use, particularly in elderly patients, and can lead to serious injuries?

Accepted Answer

C. Falls due to sedation and impaired coordination — Benzodiazepines cause central nervous system depression, leading to sedation, dizziness, and impaired motor coordination. In elderly patients, these effects significantly increase the risk of falls and subsequent injuries such as fractures. While insomnia can be a rebound effect upon withdrawal, benzodiazepines are typically used to treat insomnia. Tremors and diarrhea are not common primary adverse effects of benzodiazepines.

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A. Tremors

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B. Insomnia

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D. Diarrhea

Question 6

If a letter is chosen randomly from the word MATHS, P(vowel) =

Accepted Answer

1/5 — M, A, T, H, S — only 'A' is a vowel out of 5. P = 1/5.

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2/5

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3/5

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4/5

Question 7

Film Awards introduced by Kerala:

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1969 — Kerala State Film Awards since 1969.

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1950

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1957

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1965

Question 8

A school counselor notices that a 15-year-old student has been increasingly withdrawn, avoiding social interactions, and showing signs of low self-esteem. Which psychosocial crisis, according to Erikson's stages, is this adolescent most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

B. Identity vs. Role Confusion — Erikson's fifth stage, Identity vs. Role Confusion (adolescence, ages 12-18), involves the struggle to form a coherent sense of self. Withdrawal and low self-esteem are common signs of unresolved role confusion. Option A applies to middle childhood, C to young adulthood, and D to toddlerhood.

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A. Industry vs. Inferiority

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C. Intimacy vs. Isolation

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D. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Question 9

Romantic poets of early 19th century include:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley, Keats — First generation: Wordsworth, Coleridge. ‌​‍Second: Byron, Shelley, Keats. Emphasis on emotion, nature, imagination, individualism.

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Chaucer

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Milton

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Shakespeare

Question 10

Which of the following best describes the primary physiological function of the alveoli in the respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

B. Facilitating gas exchange between air and blood through thin walls and capillary network — The alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs where oxygen from inhaled air diffuses into the blood, and carbon dioxide diffuses out of the blood to be exhaled. Option B correctly describes this gas exchange function. Option A refers to the nasal cavity and upper respiratory tract, Option C describes the role of type II alveolar cells, and Option D refers to the bronchi and bronchioles.

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A. Filtering and moistening inhaled air before it reaches the lungs

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C. Producing surfactant to reduce surface tension and prevent alveolar collapse

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D. Conducting air from the bronchi to the bronchioles for distribution

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #71