Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #727

Question 1

Restriction enzymes:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cut DNA at specific recognition sequences — First isolated from bacteria (defense against phages). ‌​‍E.g., EcoRI recognises GAATTC. Named molecular scissors; basis of genetic engineering.

Answer

Replicate

Answer

Join DNA

Answer

Translate

Question 2

The Dandi March started on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

12 March 1930 — The Dandi March started on 12 March 1930 from Sabarmati Ashram. ‌​‍It ended at Dandi on 6 April 1930.

Answer

6 April 1930

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26 January 1930

Answer

12 March 1931

Question 3

The plural of 'radius' is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Radii — Latin-origin plural: radius → radii (similarly focus → foci, locus → loci).‌​‍

Answer

Radioi

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Radia

Answer

Radiuses

Question 4

Which symbol must every formula in MS Excel begin with?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

= (equals) — In Excel, every formula must begin with the = (equals) sign. ‌​‍For example: =SUM(A1:A10), =AVERAGE(B1:B5).

Answer

+ (plus)

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# (hash)

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@ (at)

Question 5

Biodegradable plastics can be broken down by:

Accepted Answer

Microorganisms / natural processes — Biodegradable plastics (PLA, PHB) are broken down by bacteria/fungi into water and CO₂.

Answer

UV radiation only

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Water alone

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High heat only

Question 6

Synonym of TENTATIVE:

Accepted Answer

Provisional — Not certain.

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Final

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Definite

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Sure

Question 7

When evaluating candidates for the National Teachers' Award, which of the following aspects is given paramount importance by the selection committee?

Accepted Answer

D. The innovative pedagogical practices implemented by the teacher that foster holistic development and critical thinking among students. — The National Teachers' Award primarily recognizes teachers who have significantly improved the quality of education through their innovative teaching methods and commitment. While other options might be desirable qualities, the paramount importance is placed on pedagogical innovation that promotes comprehensive student development, rather than solely administrative skills, service tenure, or examination results.

Answer

A. The teacher's administrative efficiency in managing school resources.

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B. The number of years the teacher has served in remote or challenging areas.

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C. The teacher's ability to consistently secure excellent results in board examinations for their students.

Question 8

What are Kerala's physiographic zones?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Highland, Midland, Lowland — West: lowland (coast 590 km). ‌​‍Middle: midland (rice, coconut). East: highland (Western Ghats).

Answer

Only coast

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Only hills

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Only plains

Question 9

Essential plant macronutrients:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

N, P, K and others — NPK + Ca, Mg, S.‌​‍

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Only C

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Only water

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Only N

Question 10

Cochin International Airport (CIAL):

Accepted Answer

First public-private airport — First airport built under PPP 1999.

Answer

Govt only

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Private only

Answer

Military

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #727