VFA Mixed Practice Test #421

Question 1

The writ 'Habeas Corpus' literally means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

You may have the body — Habeas Corpus demands production of a detained person before court to check legality of detention.‌​‍

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To certify

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By what warrant

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We command

Question 2

The largest producer of rubber in India is:

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Kerala produces ~70% of India's natural rubber; Kottayam is the hub.

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Tripura

Question 3

Which metal is extracted by electrolysis of alumina in cryolite?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aluminium (Hall-Héroult) — Al₂O₃ dissolved in molten cryolite (Na₃AlF₆) is electrolysed at ~1000 °C to yield Al.‌​‍

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Iron

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Zinc

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Copper

Question 4

Zinc deficiency affects:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Immunity and growth — Zinc is important for immune function and growth.‌​‍

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Vision

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Hearing

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Breathing

Question 5

The Guruvayur Satyagraha (1931–32) for temple entry was led by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

K. Kelappan — K. ‌​‍Kelappan led the Guruvayur Satyagraha; A. K. ‌​‍Gopalan also participated. Kelappan undertook a fast at Guruvayur.

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Mannathu Padmanabhan

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A. K. Gopalan

Question 6

The book 'Malabar Manual' was written by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

William Logan — William Logan wrote the 'Malabar Manual' (1887), a comprehensive historical and administrative account of the Malabar district. ‌​‍It remains an important reference for Kerala history.

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Robert Bristow

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Francis Day

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Bartholomew

Question 7

Passive of 'Someone has stolen my wallet':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

My wallet has been stolen — Present Perfect passive: has been + V3. 'My wallet has been stolen.'‌​‍

Answer

My wallet is stolen

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My wallet was stolen

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My wallet had been stolen

Question 8

The French Revolution began with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Storming of the Bastille (14 July 1789) — Storming of Bastille 14 July 1789 — symbolic start. ‌​‍Other key events: Tennis Court Oath (June 1789), Declaration of Rights of Man (Aug 1789).

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Napoleon's coup

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Tennis Court Oath

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Execution of Louis XVI

Question 9

ONDC (Open Network for Digital Commerce) aims to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Create an open e-commerce network — ONDC is a government-backed open network to democratise digital commerce and reduce dependence on single platforms.‌​‍

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Digitise ration cards

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Build government shops

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Replace Amazon

Question 10

A school counselor observes a student who consistently acts as a mediator in peer conflicts, accurately sensing the emotions and motivations of others, and effectively helping classmates resolve their disputes. Which of Gardner's Multiple Intelligences is most prominently displayed by this student?

Accepted Answer

C. Interpersonal Intelligence — Interpersonal intelligence, as defined by Gardner, is the ability to understand and interact effectively with others, including sensing their moods, feelings, temperaments, and motivations. The student's skill in mediating conflicts and accurately sensing others' emotions directly exemplifies this type of intelligence. Intrapersonal intelligence relates to self-understanding, Naturalistic to understanding the natural world, and Existential to contemplating deep questions about life.

Answer

A. Intrapersonal Intelligence

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B. Naturalistic Intelligence

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D. Existential Intelligence

VFA Mixed Practice Test #421