University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #592

Question 1

Which Kerala lake is the deepest freshwater lake in the state?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sasthamkotta — Sasthamkotta Lake in Kollam is the largest freshwater lake in Kerala and one of the deepest.‌​‍

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Vembanad

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Manasarovar

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Ashtamudi

Question 2

The SNDP Yogam was founded by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dr. Palpu — Dr. ‌​‍Palpu founded the SNDP Yogam (Sree Narayana Dharma Paripalana Yogam) in 1903 with Sree Narayana Guru's blessings. Guru served as its first president.

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Kumaranasan

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K. Ayyappan

Question 3

Synonym of PHILANTHROPIST:

Accepted Answer

Humanitarian — One who loves humanity.

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Miser

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Hermit

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Cruel

Question 4

A homeless patient admitted to the hospital with severe malnutrition is primarily concerned about finding a safe place to sleep and access to food upon discharge, rather than fully engaging in long-term health management plans. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which needs are most prominent for this patient?

Accepted Answer

D. Physiological and safety needs — Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs posits that basic needs must be met before higher-level needs can be addressed. For this patient, physiological needs (food, water, shelter) and safety needs (security, stability) are fundamental and take precedence over concerns like self-actualization, esteem, or love and belonging.

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A. Self-actualization needs

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B. Esteem needs

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C. Love and belonging needs

Question 5

Number of rivers in Kerala:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

44 — 44 rivers (41 west-flowing + 3 east-flowing).‌​‍

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41

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34

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50

Question 6

Five consecutive odd numbers sum 45. Smallest:

Accepted Answer

5 — Sum = 5×middle = 45. Middle 9. Smallest 5.

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7

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9

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3

Question 7

A new state-level educational policy is being formulated in Kerala that requires a comprehensive review of existing textbooks and the development of new instructional materials. Which autonomous body is primarily responsible for guiding and facilitating this process?

Accepted Answer

C. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT) — SCERT (State Council of Educational Research and Training) is the apex academic body in Kerala responsible for curriculum development, textbook preparation, research, and teacher education programs. While DPI implements policies, SSA focuses on universal elementary education, and DIETs provide district-level teacher training, SCERT provides the state-level academic guidance for curriculum and textbooks.

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A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA)

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D. District Institute of Education and Training (DIET)

Question 8

The superlative form of 'old' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Oldest — Regular comparison: old — older — oldest. ‌​‍(Elder/eldest used for family members.)

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Older

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Elder

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More old

Question 9

What is the qualification required to be the Attorney General of India?

Accepted Answer

Qualified to be a Judge of the Supreme Court — The Attorney General of India must be qualified to be a Judge of the Supreme Court.

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Qualified to be a Judge of the High Court

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10 years as an advocate of the High Court

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5 years as a Judge of the High Court

Question 10

For rapid relief of acute bronchoconstriction in an asthma attack, which of the following is the most appropriate first-line treatment?

Accepted Answer

C. Short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) — Short-acting beta-agonists (SABAs) like salbutamol (albuterol) are the first-line treatment for acute asthma attacks because they provide rapid bronchodilation by stimulating beta-2 receptors in the airways. Inhaled corticosteroids are for long-term control, LABAs are for maintenance (never monotherapy for acute relief), and leukotriene receptor antagonists are also for maintenance, not acute relief.

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A. Inhaled corticosteroids

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B. Long-acting beta-agonists (LABAs)

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D. Leukotriene receptor antagonists

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #592