University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #432

Question 1

Which of the following is a key characteristic of Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) as implemented in schools?

Accepted Answer

B. It emphasizes evaluating both scholastic and co-scholastic aspects of a student's development. — CCE is designed to evaluate a student's development continuously over the academic year, covering both scholastic (academic) and co-scholastic (life skills, attitudes, values) areas. It moves beyond just annual exams and involves internal assessment by teachers, focusing on holistic development rather than just ranking.

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A. It primarily focuses on assessing academic performance through annual examinations.

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C. It is solely conducted by external examiners to ensure objectivity.

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D. It aims to rank students based on their performance in competitive tests.

Question 2

Which of the following will NOT cut the selected text from a document?

Accepted Answer

Pressing Ctrl + C — Ctrl+C copies (doesn't cut). Cut = Ctrl+X.

Answer

Selecting Edit → Cut

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Clicking the Cut button

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Pressing Ctrl + X

Question 3

What is the official name of India?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Republic of India — Official name: Republic of India (Bharat Ganarajya).‌​‍

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Socialist Secular India

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Democratic State of India

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Socialist State of India

Question 4

Kerala's lok sabha seats:

Accepted Answer

20 — 20 Lok Sabha constituencies.

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14

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18

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24

Question 5

The second longest river in Kerala is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bharathapuzha — Bharathapuzha (209 km, also called Nila) is the second longest after Periyar (244 km).‌​‍

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Pamba

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Chaliyar

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Kabini

Question 6

A teacher using the Audio-Lingual Method notices that students frequently make the same grammatical error despite repeated drills. What is the most appropriate next step?

Accepted Answer

C. Provide immediate and consistent feedback to correct the error during drills, reinforcing the habit. — The Audio-Lingual Method relies on immediate feedback to correct errors and reinforce habits. While shifting to a communicative approach (Option B) might help build confidence, the most effective step is to continue providing immediate, consistent corrections (Option C) to address the error directly. The other options either delay correction or fail to address the core principle of habit formation.

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A. Introduce a new set of drills to reinforce the correct form without addressing the error directly.

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B. Temporarily shift to a communicative approach to build confidence before returning to drills.

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D. Allow students to self-correct by providing the correct answer later and moving on to avoid frustration.

Question 7

A 6-month-old infant is brought to the PHC with complaints of poor feeding, lethargy, and sunken fontanelle. On examination, the child has dry mucous membranes, reduced skin turgor, and a weak cry. Which of the following is the FIRST step in management according to IMNCI guidelines?

Accepted Answer

B. Assess for signs of severe dehydration and refer to a higher facility — The child shows signs of severe dehydration (sunken fontanelle, dry mucous membranes, lethargy, weak cry). IMNCI mandates immediate referral for severe dehydration as IV fluids are required, which cannot be administered at the PHC level. Option A is incorrect for severe dehydration; Option C is premature without prior assessment; Option D is for diarrhea management, not severe dehydration.

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A. Administer oral rehydration solution (ORS) immediately

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C. Start intravenous fluids if no improvement in 1 hour

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D. Provide zinc supplementation and continue breastfeeding

Question 8

Two tangents drawn from an external point to a circle are:

Accepted Answer

Equal in length — Tangents from an external point are equal.

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Unequal

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Perpendicular

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Always bisect the circle

Question 9

The Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, significantly expanded the scope of disability recognition. It increased the number of specified categories of disabilities from 7 (in the PwD Act, 1995) to how many categories?

Accepted Answer

C. 21 — The RPwD Act, 2016, broadened the definition of 'person with disability' by recognizing 21 categories of disabilities, a substantial increase from the 7 specified in the earlier PwD Act, 1995. This expansion ensures that a wider range of individuals receive legal recognition and protection under the Act.

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A. 15

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B. 18

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D. 24

Question 10

Minimum age for RS:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

30 — 30 years.‌​‍

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25

Answer

40

Answer

35

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #432