VFA Mixed Practice Test #828

Question 1

India's net zero target year:

Accepted Answer

2070 — PM Modi announced net zero emissions by 2070 at COP26.

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2050

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2060

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2080

Question 2

The first human on the Moon was:

Accepted Answer

Neil Armstrong (20 July 1969) — Apollo 11 mission: Neil Armstrong stepped on Moon 20 July 1969, 'one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind.' Aldrin 2nd, Collins orbited.

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Yuri Gagarin

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Buzz Aldrin

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John Glenn

Question 3

Inductive effect (–I):

Accepted Answer

Withdraws electrons through sigma bonds — Electronegative groups (–NO₂, –CN, –Cl) pull e⁻ density. +I: alkyl groups donate.

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Donates electrons

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Only π

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Hyperconjugation

Question 4

For many orally administered drugs, the majority of absorption into the bloodstream occurs in which part of the digestive tract due to its large surface area?

Accepted Answer

C. Small intestine — The small intestine is the primary site for the absorption of most orally administered drugs. Its extensive surface area, provided by villi and microvilli, and its rich blood supply make it highly efficient for nutrient and drug absorption. The stomach is mainly involved in digestion, while the large intestine's primary role is water absorption, and the esophagus is a transport tube.

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A. Esophagus

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B. Stomach

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D. Large intestine

Question 5

Who wrote the acclaimed novel 'Things Fall Apart'?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Achebe — Chinua Achebe (Nigeria, 1958). ‌​‍Igbo society and colonialism. Classic African novel.

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Soyinka

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Ngugi

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Gordimer

Question 6

The state flower of Kerala is:

Accepted Answer

Kanikonna (Golden Shower) — Kanikonna (Cassia fistula / Golden Shower Tree) is the state flower of Kerala. Its flowers are used in Vishu celebrations.

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Lotus

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Rose

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Jasmine

Question 7

Unit of resistance:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ohm — Ohm (Ω).‌​‍

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Ampere

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Farad

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Volt

Question 8

Rapid urbanization in Kerala has led to significant social changes. From a community health standpoint, which of the following is a direct and commonly observed health challenge associated with this sociological phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

C. A rise in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and lifestyle disorders among the urban population. — Rapid urbanization often leads to significant shifts in lifestyle, including more sedentary habits, dietary changes, increased stress, and environmental pollution. These factors commonly contribute to a rise in non-communicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular issues. While sanitation might improve, the overall context often shifts disease burden. Access to traditional healthcare may decrease, and joint family systems often weaken in urban settings.

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A. Increased prevalence of communicable diseases due to improved sanitation infrastructure.

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B. Enhanced and equitable access to traditional healthcare systems for all residents.

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D. Strengthening of joint family systems and informal social support networks.

Question 9

Malayalam classical status year:

Accepted Answer

2013 — Granted 2013.

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2015

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2010

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2020

Question 10

Bystander effect — Kitty Genovese case led to study by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Latané and Darley — diffusion of responsibility — Presence of others reduces helping behavior. Social loafing similar phenomenon.‌​‍

Answer

Asch

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Freud

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Milgram

VFA Mixed Practice Test #828