Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #450

Question 1

Synonym of DESPONDENT:‌​‍

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Depressed — Feeling hopeless.‌​‍

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Angry

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Excited

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Happy

Question 2

In Communicative Language Teaching (CLT), which activity best exemplifies the use of authentic language for real-life communication?

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C. Role-playing a restaurant scenario where students order food using target structures. — Role-playing a restaurant scenario engages students in authentic, goal-oriented communication using the target language naturally, aligning with CLT principles. Memorization and translation focus on form rather than real-life use, while fill-in-the-blank exercises are controlled and lack communicative context.

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A. Memorizing a list of irregular verbs with their past forms.

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B. Completing fill-in-the-blank exercises based on a grammar rule.

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D. Translating a paragraph from English to Malayalam to reinforce vocabulary.

Question 3

Ayyankali, a pivotal figure in Kerala's social reform movements, adopted a distinctive approach of direct assertion of rights and public confrontation to challenge caste oppression, particularly for the Pulaya community. Which of the following actions most accurately represents this strategy?

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B. Organizing the historic 'Kallumala Samaram' (Necklace Protest) where Pulaya women publicly discarded their stone necklaces, symbolizing a rejection of caste markers and assertion of human dignity. — The 'Kallumala Samaram' (Necklace Protest) is a prime example of Ayyankali's strategy of direct public confrontation and assertion of rights. By publicly discarding stone necklaces, which were forced caste markers, Pulaya women directly challenged oppressive traditions and asserted their human dignity. While Ayyankali did work for education and rights, options A, C, and D do not accurately reflect his characteristic method of direct, often symbolic, public defiance against caste oppression.

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A. Establishing a network of traditional schools (gurukulams) to impart Sanskrit education exclusively to lower caste children.

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C. Petitioning the British Resident for increased representation of marginalized communities in legislative councils through constitutional means.

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D. Promoting inter-religious marriages and conversions to break down caste barriers, emphasizing spiritual unity over social divisions.

Question 4

Rivers flowing west:‌​‍

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Narmada and Tapi — Narmada and Tapi.‌​‍

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Godavari and Krishna

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Ganga and Yamuna

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Cauvery and Krishna

Question 5

Which among the following is NOT a function of the Gram Panchayat in Kerala?

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C. Imposition of income tax on agricultural land to fund panchayat activities — Gram Panchayats in Kerala do not have the authority to impose income tax; they rely on grants, taxes like property tax, and other revenue sources sanctioned by the state government. Options A, B, and D are core functions of Gram Panchayats under the Kerala Panchayat Raj Act.

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A. Preparation and implementation of development plans for the village

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B. Maintenance of public roads, drainage, and water supply within the panchayat area

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D. Conducting local body elections and managing voter rolls for panchayat areas

Question 6

Kalki Subramaniam is a prominent Indian activist for:‌​‍

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Transgender rights — Kalki Subramaniam is a transgender activist, artist, and founder of the Sahodari Foundation.‌​‍

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Women's safety only

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Forest conservation

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Child labour

Question 7

A primary school teacher in Kerala is preparing for the upcoming academic year, considering the recent shifts in educational policy. Under the new 5+3+3+4 curricular framework proposed by NEP 2020, which of the following best describes the 'Foundational Stage'?

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B. Ages 3 to 8, encompassing Anganwadi/preschool and Grades 1-2, emphasizing play-based learning. — The Foundational Stage (5 years) in NEP 2020 spans ages 3-8, covering 3 years of Anganwadi/preschool and 2 years of primary school (Grades 1-2). It is characterized by flexible, play-based, activity-based, and discovery-based learning. Options A, C, and D describe other stages or misrepresent the age/grade grouping and pedagogical focus of the Foundational Stage.

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A. Grades 6 to 8, focusing on middle school subjects and vocational exposure.

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C. Grades 3 to 5, concentrating on basic literacy, numeracy, and environmental studies.

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D. Ages 8 to 11, covering Grades 3-5 with a focus on experimental science and mathematics.

Question 8

During a psychological assessment, a candidate is presented with several novel, ill-defined problems and asked to generate innovative and imaginative solutions, rather than recalling established facts or following predefined algorithms. According to Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which component of intelligence is primarily being assessed in this scenario?

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B. Experiential Intelligence — Sternberg's Experiential Intelligence (also known as creative intelligence) deals with an individual's ability to cope with novel situations and to generate new ideas. The assessment focuses on generating innovative solutions to ill-defined problems, which directly aligns with the definition of experiential intelligence. Componential intelligence involves analytical thinking and problem-solving using existing knowledge, while contextual intelligence relates to practical application in real-world environments.

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A. Componential Intelligence

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C. Contextual Intelligence

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D. Emotional Intelligence

Question 9

A teacher in a government school in Kerala wants to utilize advanced technology for delivering lessons, access digital learning resources, and participate in professional development programs focused on ICT integration. Which of the following Kerala Education Department initiatives would be most relevant for this teacher's needs?

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C. Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) — Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) is the state agency responsible for implementing ICT initiatives in schools, providing Hi-Tech classrooms, digital resources, and extensive teacher training in ICT. Pravesanolsavam is a school reopening festival, the General Education Protection Mission is a broader initiative for overall school quality, and the School Sanitation Drive focuses on hygiene, none directly catering to the teacher's specific technology and professional development needs.

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A. Pravesanolsavam

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B. General Education Protection Mission

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D. School Sanitation Drive

Question 10

Governor appointed by:‌​‍

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President — President on advice of Central Government.‌​‍

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CM

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State Legislature

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PM

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #450