University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #904

Question 1

Aranmula Boat Race on:

Accepted Answer

Pamba — On Pamba river during Onam.

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Vembanad

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Periyar

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Bharathapuzha

Question 2

International Maritime regime governed by:

Accepted Answer

UNCLOS (UN Convention on Law of the Sea, 1982) — UNCLOS (effective 1994) establishes territorial waters (12 nm), EEZ (200 nm), freedom of navigation, seabed regime. USA has NOT ratified; China's S. China Sea claims disputed.

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WTO

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UN

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NATO

Question 3

International Literacy Day is observed globally on September 8th each year. A teacher in a rural primary school plans an activity for this day. Which of the following activities would most effectively align with the core objective of International Literacy Day?

Accepted Answer

B. Conducting a workshop for parents on the importance of adult literacy and basic reading skills. — International Literacy Day aims to highlight the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies, and to promote literacy as a human right. Conducting a workshop for parents on adult literacy directly addresses this core objective by empowering adults with foundational reading skills, which in turn positively impacts their families and communities. The other options, while valuable educational activities, do not specifically target the promotion of literacy in the way the day intends.

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A. Organizing a debate competition on the history of Indian education policies.

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C. Facilitating a science fair to promote scientific temper among students.

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D. Arranging a cultural program showcasing regional folk arts and traditions.

Question 4

Child Labour (P&R) Act amended:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both — Original 1986; amended 2016.‌​‍

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1986 original

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Neither

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2016 amendment

Question 5

During the assessment of a student under the Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) programme, which indicator is directly monitored by the State Council for Educational Research and Training (SCERT) as part of its academic support role?

Accepted Answer

C. Annual curriculum review reports submitted by schools to SCERT — SCERT monitors academic performance indicators (e.g., quarterly reports) as part of its role in providing academic support to SSA. Monthly attendance (option A) is monitored by DPI, not SCERT. Curriculum review (option C) is primarily a function of SSA or DPI, not SCERT's student indicator monitoring. Daily homework records (option D) are maintained by teachers as per SSA guidelines, but not directly monitored by SCERT.

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A. Monthly attendance registers submitted by schools to DPI

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B. Quarterly academic performance reports of students submitted by schools to SSA

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D. Daily homework completion records of students maintained by teachers as per SSA guidelines

Question 6

The J.C. Daniel Award, Kerala's highest honour in Malayalam cinema, recognizes lifetime contributions. What is the primary educational and cultural message conveyed by honouring such pioneers in the arts?

Accepted Answer

A. It highlights the importance of artistic innovation and perseverance in shaping the state's cultural identity, inspiring future generations. — Named after the 'Father of Malayalam Cinema,' the J.C. Daniel Award celebrates individuals who have made enduring contributions to the art form. Its primary message is to acknowledge the pioneering spirit, creativity, and dedication that built and continues to enrich Kerala's cinematic heritage, thereby inspiring new artists and audiences to appreciate and contribute to the state's cultural identity through cinema. It focuses on legacy and inspiration rather than commercial aspects or specific stylistic mandates.

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B. It primarily promotes the commercial viability of Malayalam films in national and international markets.

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C. It encourages the adoption of specific film genres or narrative styles in contemporary Malayalam cinema.

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D. It provides direct financial grants for aspiring filmmakers to produce their debut works.

Question 7

Antonym of 'indefatigable':

Accepted Answer

weary — Indefatigable = tireless; opposite is weary/exhausted.

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tireless

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persistent

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enduring

Question 8

A philosophical individual, often described as untidy or unkempt, complains of chronic skin eruptions with intense itching that is worse from warmth of bed and bathing. They experience a burning sensation in the soles of their feet at night, putting them out of bed to find a cool spot. Which remedy best fits this description?

Accepted Answer

D. Sulphur — Sulphur is indicated for individuals who are often untidy, philosophical, and have burning sensations, especially in the soles of the feet, which force them to put their feet out of bed. Skin eruptions are common, with itching worse from warmth and bathing. Psorinum is also chilly and unkempt but has offensive discharges. Graphites has thick, oozing eruptions in folds. Sepia is indifferent and desires solitude.

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A. Graphites

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B. Psorinum

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C. Sepia

Question 9

Edamalayar dam:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ernakulam — On Periyar's tributary.‌​‍

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Palakkad

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Kottayam

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Idukki

Question 10

A student consistently achieves high grades across all academic subjects, including mathematics, science, and literature. However, they struggle significantly with tasks requiring fine motor skills and artistic expression, such as intricate drawing or sculpting. According to Spearman's Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence, which of the following best explains this student's profile?

Accepted Answer

A. The student possesses a high 'g' factor but a lower 's' factor for artistic and motor skills. — Spearman's theory posits a general intelligence ('g' factor) underlying all cognitive tasks and specific intelligences ('s' factors) for particular abilities. The student's consistent high performance across diverse academic areas indicates a strong 'g' factor. Their struggle with specific artistic and motor tasks points to a relatively lower 's' factor for those particular domains, making option A the correct choice. Options B, C, and D misrepresent the nature of 'g' and 's' factors.

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B. The student has a low 'g' factor, compensated by high 's' factors for academic subjects.

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C. The student's 's' factor for general intelligence is high, while their 's' factor for specific academic skills is low.

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D. The student demonstrates a strong 's' factor for logical reasoning but a weak 'g' factor for overall performance.

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #904