Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #668

Question 1

Jerome Bruner's theory of instruction emphasizes the importance of scaffolding. Which of the following is the most accurate description of scaffolding in Bruner's context?

Accepted Answer

B. Adjusting the level of support given to a learner based on their needs, gradually reducing it as competence grows — Scaffolding in Bruner's theory involves providing temporary support to a learner, which is gradually withdrawn as the learner becomes more competent. It is not about reducing student effort (A), using punishment/rewards (C), or rote memorization (D). Instead, it is a dynamic and adaptive process of adjusting support.

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A. Providing step-by-step instructions to reduce student effort

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C. Using punishment and rewards to reinforce desired behaviors

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D. Rote memorization of factual information to build foundational knowledge

Question 2

A newly appointed Headmaster in a government high school in Kerala is seeking clarification regarding academic guidelines and administrative procedures for both SSLC and Higher Secondary sections under the unified education system. To which authority should the Headmaster primarily refer for comprehensive directives?

Accepted Answer

C. Directorate of General Education (DGE) — The Directorate of General Education (DGE) was formed by merging the Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI) and the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE) to streamline the administration of general education from pre-primary to higher secondary levels. Therefore, the DGE is the primary authority for comprehensive directives covering both SSLC (formerly under DPI) and Higher Secondary (formerly under DHSE) sections. SCERT focuses on curriculum development and teacher training, not day-to-day administrative directives for schools.

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A. Directorate of Public Instruction (DPI)

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B. Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE)

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D. State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

Question 3

According to the WHO/UNICEF Joint Monitoring Programme (JMP) for Water Supply, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), which of the following is classified as a 'basic' sanitation service in households?

Accepted Answer

D. Use of flush or pour-flush toilets connected to a piped sewer system, septic tank, or pit latrine — The JMP classifies sanitation services based on the type of facility used and its safety. 'Basic' sanitation is defined as the use of improved facilities that are not shared with other households. Only flush/pour-flush toilets connected safely (to sewer, septic tank, or pit) meet this criterion. Shared toilets (even improved ones) and unimproved facilities like pit latrines without slabs are not classified as 'basic'.

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A. Use of shared toilet facilities with five or more households

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B. Use of improved pit latrines without a slab

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C. Use of unimproved facilities such as bucket or open defecation

Question 4

Deccan Plateau slope direction:

Accepted Answer

East — Slopes eastward.

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West

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North

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South

Question 5

Which of the following correctly lists the five generations of computers?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1st (vacuum tubes), 2nd (transistors), 3rd (ICs), 4th (microprocessors), 5th (AI) — 1940s onwards. ‌​‍ENIAC (1946) 1st gen. Modern PCs — 4th gen. ‌​‍5th gen AI and parallel processing in progress.

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Ten

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Three

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Four

Question 6

The Punnapra-Vayalar struggle (1946) in Alappuzha was against the Diwan of Travancore:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

C.P. Ramaswami Iyer — Sir C.P. ‌​‍Ramaswami Iyer's proposal for 'American Model Arabikadalil' triggered the uprising.

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P. Rajagopalachari

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T. Madhava Rao

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R.K. Shanmukham Chetty

Question 7

Kerala New Year:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vishu — Vishu — Malayalam New Year (Medam 1).‌​‍

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Onam

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Kerala Piravi

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Pongal

Question 8

A teacher notices inconsistent student engagement during group activities. Which of the following action research questions is most appropriate for this scenario?

Accepted Answer

B. What strategies can enhance student participation in group activities? — Option B is the most appropriate as it directly addresses the issue of student engagement in group activities and seeks actionable strategies. Option A is too broad and unrelated to the specific issue. Option C is more exploratory and does not focus on actionable solutions. Option D is incorrect as increasing task difficulty may not address the engagement issue and could exacerbate it.

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A. How can I improve my lesson planning skills?

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C. Why do students prefer individual work over group work?

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D. How can I increase the difficulty of group tasks?

Question 9

A computer virus is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

A malicious software program — A virus is malicious software that attaches to files and spreads, potentially damaging data and systems.‌​‍

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A hardware failure

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A type of antivirus

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A browser extension

Question 10

A patient experiences difficulty with balance, coordination, and fine motor skills after a traumatic head injury. Which part of the brain is most likely affected?

Accepted Answer

C. Cerebellum — The cerebellum is primarily responsible for coordinating voluntary movements, maintaining posture, balance, and equilibrium. Damage to the cerebellum often results in ataxia (lack of coordination), tremors, and difficulties with fine motor control, matching the patient's symptoms. The cerebrum handles higher cognitive functions, the brainstem vital functions, and the thalamus sensory relay.

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A. Cerebrum

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B. Brainstem

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D. Thalamus

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #668