Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #419

Question 1

The Kerala State Government recently introduced a new policy mandating comprehensive digital literacy training for all teachers in government and aided schools. Which state-level body is primarily responsible for the *overall execution, supervision, and administrative coordination* of this policy across all schools in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

B. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI) — The Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI) is the primary administrative authority responsible for the overall implementation, supervision, and coordination of state-level educational policies and programs across all schools in Kerala. SCERT focuses on academic aspects, SSA on elementary education programs, and DIET on district-level teacher training.

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A. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

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C. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

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D. District Institute of Education and Training (DIET)

Question 2

Which Kerala social reformer was involved in Kallumala Samaram / Perinad revolt?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali led the 1915 Kallumala Samaram at Perinad (Kollam).‌​‍

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Poikayil Appachan

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Sree Narayana Guru

Question 3

Largest continent:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Asia — Asia — 44.6 million sq km.‌​‍

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Europe

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North America

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Africa

Question 4

Cotton belt:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Maharashtra, Gujarat, Telangana — Black soil regions.‌​‍

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Only MH

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Punjab

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Only Gujarat

Question 5

First Chief Minister of Kerala (after state formation on 1 Nov 1956):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

E.M.S. Namboodiripad — E.M.S. ‌​‍Namboodiripad (CPI, 5 Apr 1957 – 31 Jul 1959) was Kerala's first CM after the state was formed on 1 November 1956. Pattom A. ‌​‍Thanu Pillai was CM of Travancore-Cochin (pre-Kerala) and later became Kerala's 3rd CM (1960–1962).

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Pattom A. Thanu Pillai

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R. Sankar

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C. Achutha Menon

Question 6

Indirect form: 'Where is my umbrella?' John asked his mother.

Accepted Answer

John asked his mother where his umbrella was — Reported speech: pronoun shift (my→his) and tense backshift (is→was); no inversion.

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John asked his mother where is my umbrella

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John asked his mother where is his umbrella

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John asked his mother where was his umbrella

Question 7

To effectively manage potential conflicts and build a cohesive classroom community, which of the following practices should a teacher prioritize at the beginning of the academic year?

Accepted Answer

A. Establishing clear procedures for transitions and daily routines. — Establishing clear procedures and daily routines provides structure, predictability, and reduces ambiguity, which are foundational for preventing many common disruptions and fostering a sense of security. Fixed seating (B) can be restrictive and may not always be optimal. Focusing primarily on punishment (C) creates a negative environment. Minimizing interaction (D) hinders rapport and community building.

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B. Assigning students to fixed seating arrangements for the entire year.

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C. Focusing primarily on strict punishment for rule violations.

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D. Minimizing student-teacher interaction to maintain authority.

Question 8

Synonym of ACQUIESCE:

Accepted Answer

Agree passively — Accept without protest.

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Refuse

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Fight

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Question

Question 9

Oommen Chandy terms as CM:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2 — 2004-06 and 2011-16.‌​‍

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1

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4

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3

Question 10

One who loves books is called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bibliophile — Bibliophile = lover of books. Bibliophobe = one who fears books.‌​‍

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Bibliophobe

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Philanthropist

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Misanthrope

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #419