VFA Mixed Practice Test #765

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a primary advantage of using multimedia in classroom teaching?

Accepted Answer

C. Reduces the need for teacher-student interaction — Multimedia aids enhance learning by engaging multiple senses, but they do not reduce the need for teacher-student interaction; rather, effective teaching often requires active teacher facilitation. Distractors A, B, and D are valid benefits, while C misrepresents the role of multimedia.

Answer

A. Enhances visual and auditory learning experiences

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B. Facilitates interactive and self-paced learning

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D. Supports differentiated instruction for diverse learners

Question 2

Name the Greek philosopher who wrote 'The Republic':

Accepted Answer

Plato — Plato authored 'The Republic'.

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Socrates

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Aristotle

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Archimedes

Question 3

A manager is looking for an employee who can effectively navigate office politics, skillfully negotiate with clients, and quickly adapt to changing work environments and demands. Based on Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which type of intelligence would be most crucial for this role?

Accepted Answer

C. Practical intelligence — Practical intelligence, or contextual intelligence, is a key component of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory. It refers to the ability to adapt to, shape, and select real-world environments, often involving common sense and 'street smarts.' Skills like navigating office politics, negotiating with clients, and adapting to changing work environments are prime examples of practical intelligence in action. Analytical intelligence focuses on problem-solving, and creative intelligence on generating new ideas.

Answer

A. Analytical intelligence

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B. Creative intelligence

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D. Abstract intelligence

Question 4

Athenian democracy emerged under:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Solon reforms → Cleisthenes (~508 BCE) — Cleisthenes (~508 BCE) — reformed Athens into direct democracy. ‌​‍Pericles later expanded (mid-5th C).

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Augustus

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Alexander

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Pericles alone

Question 5

A teacher notices that students struggle with understanding fractions during mathematics class. Which action research step would involve reviewing existing literature on teaching fractions before designing an intervention?

Accepted Answer

B. Reflection and Planning — Reviewing existing literature is part of the reflection and planning phase, where the teacher gathers background information to inform the intervention. Option A (Data Analysis) occurs after data collection. Option C (Intervention Design) comes after planning. Option D (Problem Identification) is the initial step, not the literature review.

Answer

A. Data Analysis

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C. Intervention Design

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D. Problem Identification

Question 6

PM Awas Yojana 2.0 target:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

3 crore houses — PMAY 2.0 targets 3 crore additional houses.‌​‍

Answer

5 crore houses

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1 crore houses

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2 crore houses

Question 7

Kerala's first ministry under E.M.S. Namboodiripad assumed power on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

5 April 1957 — EMS became first elected CM of Kerala on 5 April 1957.‌​‍

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15 August 1947

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23 April 1994

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1 November 1956

Question 8

Kumaranasan drowned in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pallana River boat accident — Kumaran Asan died in a boat accident in the Pallana River (Alappuzha) on 16 January 1924.‌​‍

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Periyar River

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Pamba River

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Vembanad Lake

Question 9

Conformity study — Solomon Asch:

Accepted Answer

Majority influence on line-judgment tasks — 75% conformed at least once — Normative and informational social influence. Group size, unanimity affect conformity.

Answer

Obedience

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Authority

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Bystander

Question 10

An antacid like magnesium hydroxide neutralises excess stomach acid by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Acid-base neutralisation — Mg(OH)₂ + 2HCl → MgCl₂ + 2H₂O (neutralising HCl in stomach).‌​‍

Answer

Oxidation

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Reduction

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Combustion

VFA Mixed Practice Test #765