University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #337

Question 1

Muziris, the ancient port of Kerala, is identified with modern:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kodungallur — Muziris, a major ancient trading port, is identified with present-day Kodungallur in Thrissur district.‌​‍

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Kollam

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Kozhikode

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Alappuzha

Question 2

The headquarters of Kerala PSC (KPSC) is at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram — The Kerala Public Service Commission is headquartered at Pattom in Thiruvananthapuram.‌​‍

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Kochi

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Thrissur

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Kozhikode

Question 3

Kerala's highest points of rainfall:

Accepted Answer

Nilambur, Idukki — High rainfall in highlands.

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Thrissur

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TVM

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Kollam

Question 4

Sildenafil, commonly known as Viagra, exerts its therapeutic effect in erectile dysfunction by:

Accepted Answer

B. Inhibiting phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5) — Sildenafil is a selective inhibitor of phosphodiesterase-5 (PDE5), an enzyme responsible for the degradation of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) in the corpus cavernosum. By inhibiting PDE5, sildenafil increases cGMP levels, leading to smooth muscle relaxation and enhanced blood flow into the penis, facilitating an erection in response to sexual stimulation. While nitric oxide is involved, sildenafil doesn't directly increase its release or activate guanylyl cyclase; rather, it amplifies the effects of existing nitric oxide.

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A. Blocking alpha-adrenergic receptors

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C. Increasing the release of nitric oxide directly

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D. Activating guanylyl cyclase

Question 5

BPCL Kochi Refinery:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ambalamugal — Ambalamugal.‌​‍

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Tripunithura

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Ernakulam city

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Willingdon

Question 6

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine is awarded annually for outstanding discoveries in the field of life sciences and medicine. According to Alfred Nobel's will, what is the primary criterion for selecting laureates in this category?

Accepted Answer

C. The discovery must have conferred the greatest benefit on humankind. — Alfred Nobel's will explicitly states that the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine should be awarded for discoveries that have 'conferred the greatest benefit on humankind.' Other criteria like geographical origin, specific medical subfields, or the laureate's active clinical practice are not primary considerations for the selection process.

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A. The discovery must have originated from a specific research institution or country.

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B. The award is given only for advancements in surgical techniques or drug development.

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D. Laureates must be actively practicing clinicians at the time of the award.

Question 7

'___ rose is the loveliest of all flowers.'

Accepted Answer

The — Definite article 'The' before a noun used as representative of a class.

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A

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An

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None

Question 8

Synonym of PUNGENT:

Accepted Answer

Sharp — Strong, sharp (smell/taste).

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Mild

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Bland

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Dull

Question 9

Kerala first Cyber Police Station:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

TVM — TVM — first cyber police station in India.‌​‍

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Kozhikode

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Kochi

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Thrissur

Question 10

Passive of 'He wrote a letter':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A letter was written by him — Simple Past passive: was/were + V3.‌​‍

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A letter is written by him

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A letter has been written by him

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A letter had been written by him

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #337