VFA Mixed Practice Test #509

Question 1

SCP (Single Cell Protein):

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Protein from unicellular microbes — alternative protein source — Spirulina, yeast. Uses cellulose or agro waste as substrate. Combat protein malnutrition.

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Animal cell

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Plant protein

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Synthetic

Question 2

Kakki Dam on:

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Pamba — Pamba tributary — Sabarigiri project.

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Periyar

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Bharathapuzha

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Chalakudy

Question 3

The Dr. B. C. Roy Award, instituted by the Medical Council of India (now National Medical Commission), is annually conferred to recognize:

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B. Eminent medical persons for their contributions in various fields of medicine, including medical teaching and research. — The Dr. B. C. Roy Award is one of the highest recognitions for medical professionals in India, honoring eminent medical persons for their distinguished service in various branches of medicine, medical teaching, and research. It celebrates overall contributions to the medical field, not just specific areas like journalism or device innovation.

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A. Outstanding contributions to medical journalism and health awareness campaigns.

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C. Innovative medical device development and manufacturing.

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D. Significant philanthropic activities and charity work in healthcare.

Question 4

King of Spices:‌​‍

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Pepper — Pepper = King. Cardamom = Queen.‌​‍

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Cardamom

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Cinnamon

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Clove

Question 5

Transpiration occurs in:‌​‍

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Leaves — Water loss through stomata on leaves.‌​‍

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Roots

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Stem

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Flowers

Question 6

The Enlightenment (Age of Reason) occurred in:‌​‍

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17th-18th C — Enlightenment (1680s-1780s) — Locke, Voltaire, Rousseau, Kant, Newton, Diderot. ‌​‍Reason, science, liberty, progress — inspired American and French Revolutions.

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19th C

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14th-15th C

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20th C

Question 7

Smallest country:‌​‍

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Vatican City — Vatican City.‌​‍

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Monaco

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San Marino

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Liechtenstein

Question 8

The 'Gunotsavam' program, periodically conducted in Kerala government and aided schools, primarily aims to achieve which of the following objectives?

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B. To evaluate the learning outcomes of students and the overall quality of teaching-learning processes and school performance. — Gunotsavam is a comprehensive quality assessment program designed to evaluate the academic performance of students and the effectiveness of the teaching-learning process in schools. It identifies strengths and weaknesses, leading to targeted interventions for overall improvement in educational quality, which aligns with RTE's focus on quality education. Options A, C, and D describe related but not primary objectives of Gunotsavam.

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A. To assess the financial management and infrastructure development of schools across the state.

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C. To facilitate the election and training of School Management Committee (SMC) members and parent representatives.

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D. To provide professional development training exclusively for headmasters on administrative procedures.

Question 9

Kerala first SEC:‌​‍

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Dr. Mohammed Kunju — Statutory appointments.‌​‍

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Joseph

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Varma

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Nair

Question 10

Seismic waves — P waves are:‌​‍

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Faster (primary, compressional, through solid & liquid) — S (secondary, shear) don't travel through liquid — shadow zone proves Earth's outer core is liquid. ‌​‍Surface waves (Rayleigh, Love) cause most damage.

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Same speed

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Surface only

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Slower

VFA Mixed Practice Test #509