VFA Mixed Practice Test #310

Question 1

Which of the following assessment tools is most effective for continuously monitoring a student's progress and identifying areas for intervention throughout a learning unit?

Accepted Answer

B. A portfolio of student work with regular teacher feedback. — A portfolio allows for the collection of student work over time, demonstrating growth and providing opportunities for continuous feedback from the teacher, making it highly effective for ongoing progress monitoring and identifying areas needing intervention. Standardized exams and end-of-semester projects are primarily summative, while a single quiz offers a snapshot rather than continuous, comprehensive monitoring.

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A. A standardized final examination.

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C. A single end-of-semester project.

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D. A surprise quiz covering only the previous day's topic.

Question 2

The enzyme present in saliva that digests starch is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Amylase — Amylase (also called Ptyalin) is present in saliva and begins the digestion of starch into sugars in the mouth.‌​‍

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Pepsin

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Trypsin

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Lipase

Question 3

Ernakulam district's headquarters is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kochi — Kochi is the headquarters of Ernakulam district. ‌​‍Kochi is also Kerala's commercial capital.

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Ernakulam

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Aluva

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Thrippunithura

Question 4

Which of the following is a major Phase II metabolic reaction where a highly polar endogenous molecule is attached to a drug or its Phase I metabolite, primarily to increase water solubility and facilitate its excretion?

Accepted Answer

D. Glucuronidation — Glucuronidation is a prominent Phase II conjugation reaction where glucuronic acid is attached to a drug, significantly increasing its polarity and molecular weight, thus facilitating its excretion, primarily via the kidneys. Oxidation, reduction, and hydrolysis are typically Phase I reactions that introduce or expose polar functional groups.

Answer

A. Oxidation

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B. Reduction

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C. Hydrolysis

Question 5

Nephron parts:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Glomerulus + tubule — Bowman's capsule + glomerulus + tubule system.‌​‍

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Hepatocyte + duct

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Neuron + axon

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Alveolus + bronchi

Question 6

A mother brings her 9-month-old infant to the well-baby clinic for routine immunization. The infant has not received any previous vaccinations. According to the national immunization schedule, which vaccine(s) should be administered to this infant immediately, considering the missed doses?

Accepted Answer

C. Measles vaccine (first dose) and Vitamin A supplement. — According to the national immunization schedule, the first dose of Measles vaccine is due at 9 months of age, along with a Vitamin A supplement. While catch-up for missed earlier doses would be initiated, the immediate and age-appropriate vaccine for a 9-month-old is Measles. Hepatitis B and BCG are typically given at birth or early infancy, and DTP/OPV boosters are usually given later.

Answer

A. Only Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) vaccine.

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B. Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis (DTP) booster and Oral Polio Vaccine (OPV) booster.

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D. Hepatitis B vaccine and BCG.

Question 7

pH scale range:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

0-14 — 0 (most acidic) to 14 (most alkaline). 7 = neutral.‌​‍

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0-7

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0-10

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1-10

Question 8

Napier Museum TVM:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1855 — Colonial-era natural history + art.‌​‍

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1880

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1947

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1900

Question 9

'Atmanutapam' written by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Fr. Kuriakose Elias Chavara — Atmanutapam by Saint Chavara — devotional Malayalam poem.‌​‍

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Vaikunda Swamikal

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Vagbhatananda

Question 10

The smallest prime number is:

Accepted Answer

2 — 2 is the smallest and only even prime.

Answer

0

Answer

1

Answer

3

VFA Mixed Practice Test #310