VFA Mixed Practice Test #72

Question 1

Iron symbol:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fe — Fe (from Latin 'Ferrum').‌​‍

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Ir

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In

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I

Question 2

New UK PM 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Keir Starmer — Keir Starmer.‌​‍

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Rishi Sunak

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Boris

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Truss

Question 3

Ayyankali, a pivotal figure in Kerala's social reform movements, adopted a distinctive approach of direct assertion of rights and public confrontation to challenge caste oppression, particularly for the Pulaya community. Which of the following actions most accurately represents this strategy?

Accepted Answer

B. Organizing the historic 'Kallumala Samaram' (Necklace Protest) where Pulaya women publicly discarded their stone necklaces, symbolizing a rejection of caste markers and assertion of human dignity. — The 'Kallumala Samaram' (Necklace Protest) is a prime example of Ayyankali's strategy of direct public confrontation and assertion of rights. By publicly discarding stone necklaces, which were forced caste markers, Pulaya women directly challenged oppressive traditions and asserted their human dignity. While Ayyankali did work for education and rights, options A, C, and D do not accurately reflect his characteristic method of direct, often symbolic, public defiance against caste oppression.

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A. Establishing a network of traditional schools (gurukulams) to impart Sanskrit education exclusively to lower caste children.

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C. Petitioning the British Resident for increased representation of marginalized communities in legislative councils through constitutional means.

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D. Promoting inter-religious marriages and conversions to break down caste barriers, emphasizing spiritual unity over social divisions.

Question 4

Nuclear fission:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Splitting heavy atoms — Uranium/Plutonium splits. Nuclear power.‌​‍

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Chemical reaction

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Burning coal

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Joining atoms

Question 5

Which of the following drug classes is MOST likely to cause photosensitivity reactions?

Accepted Answer

A. Tetracyclines — Tetracyclines, particularly doxycycline and minocycline, are well-known for causing photosensitivity reactions. The other options (B, C, D) are less commonly associated with this adverse effect.

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B. Penicillins

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C. Macrolides

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D. Cephalosporins

Question 6

Biodiversity hotspot criteria (Myers):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1500+ endemic plant species AND lost >70% original habitat — ~36 hotspots globally. ‌​‍India: Western Ghats, Eastern Himalayas, Indo-Burma, Sundaland (Nicobar).

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Only marine

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Just area

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Only animals

Question 7

Kollam is known for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cashew — Kollam = Cashew Capital of Kerala.‌​‍

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Rubber

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Tea

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Coffee

Question 8

Which of the following drugs is most likely to cause a disulfiram-like reaction when consumed with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

A. Metronidazole — Metronidazole can cause a disulfiram-like reaction when taken with alcohol, leading to symptoms like nausea, vomiting, and flushing. Amoxicillin, paracetamol, and ibuprofen do not typically cause this reaction.

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B. Amoxicillin

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C. Paracetamol

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D. Ibuprofen

Question 9

A patient who recently lost a job shows a sudden increase in interest in learning new skills and setting career goals. Which theory of motivation best explains this behavior?

Accepted Answer

A. Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs — Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs suggests that individuals are motivated to fulfill needs in a specific order, and loss of a job (a physiological need) may drive the patient to seek higher-level needs like esteem and self-actualization. Herzberg's theory focuses on job satisfaction factors, McClelland's theory emphasizes achievement, power, and affiliation motives, and Skinner's theory relates to behavioral reinforcement.

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B. Herzberg's Two-Factor Theory

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C. McClelland's Achievement Motivation Theory

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D. Skinner's Operant Conditioning

Question 10

Malaria caused by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Plasmodium (protozoa) — Plasmodium parasite, transmitted by female Anopheles mosquito.‌​‍

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Bacteria

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Fungus

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Virus

VFA Mixed Practice Test #72