University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #124

Question 1

This is ___ boy that once brought ___ dog to class.‌​‍

Accepted Answer

the, a — 'the boy' (specific) and 'a dog' (non-specific, first mention).‌​‍

Answer

a, the

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the, the

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a, a

Question 2

Who was the third signatory to the Malayali Memorial?

Accepted Answer

K.P. Sankara Menon — K.P. Sankara Menon — third signatory to Malayali Memorial (1891).

Answer

Dr. Palpu

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G.P. Pillai

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N. Raman Pillai

Question 3

SAARC (South Asian Association) was founded in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1985 (Dhaka) — SAARC founded 8 December 1985. ‌​‍8 members: India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Maldives, Afghanistan (2007). Largely dormant due to India-Pakistan tensions.

Answer

1971

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1991

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2004

Question 4

Which major event was hosted by New Delhi in 2010?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Commonwealth Games — New Delhi hosted the XIX Commonwealth Games in October 2010.‌​‍

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Asian Indoor Games

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Asian Games

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World Games

Question 5

6, 12, 21, 33, 48, ?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

66 — Diff: 6,9,12,15,18. 48+18 = 66.‌​‍

Answer

65

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63

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70

Question 6

A student provides a brief and incomplete answer when asked about the causes of soil erosion. To encourage a more detailed and analytical response, the teacher should use the 'Probing Questions Skill' by asking:

Accepted Answer

C. 'That's a good start. Can you explain *how* deforestation contributes to soil erosion and what other factors are involved?' — The 'Probing Questions Skill' aims to elicit deeper, more comprehensive, or clarified responses from students. Option C effectively probes by asking for elaboration ('how deforestation contributes') and seeking additional information ('what other factors are involved?'), encouraging critical thinking and a more complete answer. Options A, B, and D are less effective for encouraging the initial student to provide a deeper response.

Answer

A. 'Is that all you can tell me about soil erosion?'

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B. 'Can anyone else add to what was just said?'

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D. 'Let's move on. Perhaps we can discuss this further in the next class.'

Question 7

What is the orbital period of a geostationary satellite?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

24 h — ~23h 56m (sidereal day). ‌​‍Altitude ~35,786 km above equator. Orbits in equatorial plane.

Answer

365 d

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1 h

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12 h

Question 8

What is the basic structure of immunoglobulins (antibodies)?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

4 chains (2 heavy + 2 light) in Y-shape — 5 classes: IgG (most abundant), IgA (secretions), IgM (first response), IgE (allergy), IgD. ‌​‍Antigen-binding site at tips of Y.

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One chain

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No structure

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2 chains

Question 9

Berlin Blockade (1948-49) was broken by:

Accepted Answer

Berlin Airlift (US, UK, France flew supplies for 11 months) — USSR blockaded West Berlin (June 1948). Western Allies airlifted 2.3 million tons of supplies. Blockade lifted May 1949.

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Military invasion

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Soviet retreat

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Diplomatic negotiation

Question 10

Which among the following is a Constitutional provision regarding the Prime Minister of India?

Accepted Answer

A. The Prime Minister must be a member of either House of Parliament at the time of appointment. — The Prime Minister must be a member of either House of Parliament at the time of appointment, as per Article 75(5) of the Constitution. Option B is incorrect because the President appoints the PM based on majority support in the Lok Sabha, not after consulting the CJI. Option C is incorrect as there is no constitutional limit on the number of terms a PM can serve. Option D is incorrect because the PM is not directly elected by the people.

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B. The Prime Minister is appointed by the President after consulting the Chief Justice of India.

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C. The Prime Minister can hold office for a maximum of two terms of five years each.

Answer

D. The Prime Minister is directly elected by the people of India in a general election.

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #124