University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #974

Question 1

Synonym of SARDONIC:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sarcastic — Mocking.‌​‍

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Sincere

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Sweet

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Kind

Question 2

What is the ideal temperature range that must be maintained for vaccines stored in an Ice-Lined Refrigerator (ILR) under the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP)?

Accepted Answer

D. +2°C to +8°C — The Universal Immunization Programme (UIP) mandates that vaccines must be stored within a strict temperature range of +2°C to +8°C to maintain their potency and effectiveness. Temperatures below +2°C can lead to freezing, which damages many vaccines, while temperatures above +8°C can reduce vaccine efficacy over time. Therefore, +2°C to +8°C is the ideal range for safe storage.

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A. -2°C to +2°C

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B. +8°C to +12°C

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C. 0°C to +4°C

Question 3

SI on ₹2000 at 8% p.a. for 3 years is:

Accepted Answer

₹480 — SI = PRT/100 = 2000×8×3/100 = 480.

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₹320

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₹420

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₹600

Question 4

She ___ dinner when I arrived.‌​‍

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was cooking — Past continuous for ongoing action interrupted by another past action.‌​‍

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cooks

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has cooked

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cooked

Question 5

Meghalaya from:

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Assam — Carved out of Assam 1972.

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Bengal

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Bihar

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Tripura

Question 6

Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary is located in the heart of which city?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kochi — Mangalavanam is a mangrove wetland in the heart of Kochi city, often called the green lung of Kochi.‌​‍

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Thrissur

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Thiruvananthapuram

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Kozhikode

Question 7

One who speaks for others:

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Spokesperson — Speaks on behalf of a group.

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Mediator

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Interpreter

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Lawyer

Question 8

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which type of motivation is most closely associated with a student's desire to engage in self-reflection and personal growth?

Accepted Answer

D. Self-actualization needs (e.g., fulfilling potential) — Maslow's self-actualization level involves striving to fulfill one's potential, which aligns with intrinsic motivation for personal growth. Extrinsic motivation (Option A) and esteem needs (Option C) focus on external rewards or recognition, while safety needs (Option B) are lower on the hierarchy.

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A. Extrinsic motivation (e.g., rewards or grades)

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B. Safety needs (e.g., secure environment)

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C. Esteem needs (e.g., recognition and achievement)

Question 9

Art 31 was:‌​‍

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Right to Property — Removed by 44th Amendment. Now Art 300A (legal right).‌​‍

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Right to Work

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Abolished

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Right to Education

Question 10

The Cheraman Juma Masjid in Kodungallur is traditionally considered:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

India's first mosque — Cheraman Juma Masjid in Kodungallur is traditionally considered India's first mosque, believed to have been built in 629 CE by Malik Dinar.‌​‍

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India's largest mosque

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Kerala's first church

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India's oldest Hindu temple

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #974