Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #841

Question 1

If A can do work in 10 days, B in 15 days, together in:

Accepted Answer

6 days — 1/10 + 1/15 = 3/30+2/30 = 5/30 = 1/6. Together = 6 days.

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5 days

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7 days

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8 days

Question 2

'Pandora's box' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Source of many unforeseen troubles — From Greek mythology.‌​‍

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A treasure

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A puzzle

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A gift

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of non-electrolytes in solution?

Accepted Answer

B. They do not dissociate into ions in solution — Non-electrolytes do not dissociate into ions when dissolved in solution, unlike electrolytes. This property means they do not conduct electricity. The other options describe electrolytes or incorrect properties.

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A. They dissociate into ions in solution

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C. They conduct electricity in solution

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D. They are always acidic

Question 4

The 'Balamithra' project is a significant initiative by the Kerala government in the education sector. What is the primary focus of the Balamithra project?

Accepted Answer

B. To provide psychological support and counseling services to school children and parents. — The Balamithra project in Kerala is specifically designed to address the mental health and psychosocial well-being of school children. It focuses on providing psychological support, counseling, and guidance to students and their parents, especially in times of stress or emotional difficulty. The other options describe different educational initiatives or general provisions, not the specific focus of Balamithra.

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A. To ensure the availability of nutritious mid-day meals for all students.

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C. To promote early childhood care and education for children below six years.

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D. To facilitate digital learning platforms and infrastructure in government schools.

Question 5

A teacher observes that a student excels in music, spatial reasoning, and interpersonal skills but struggles with logical-mathematical tasks. According to Gardner's Multiple Intelligences Theory, which of the following combinations of intelligences is most likely dominant in this student?

Accepted Answer

B. Musical, Spatial, and Interpersonal — The student's strengths in music (musical intelligence), spatial reasoning (spatial intelligence), and interpersonal skills (interpersonal intelligence) align with option B. The other options do not match the described strengths.

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A. Linguistic, Naturalistic, and Bodily-Kinesthetic

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C. Logical-Mathematical, Intrapersonal, and Existential

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D. Musical, Naturalistic, and Intrapersonal

Question 6

The oldest mountain range in India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aravalli — Aravalli is the oldest fold mountain range in India, ~3.2 billion years old.‌​‍

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Western Ghats

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Himalayas

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Satpura

Question 7

A teacher observes that students are distracted during lessons. What is the most effective way to regain their attention?

Accepted Answer

B. Using a non-verbal cue like raising a hand or turning off lights to signal attention — Non-verbal cues (Option B) are subtle, respectful, and effective in regaining attention without disrupting the lesson. Continuing without intervention (Option A) may worsen distraction, calling out names (Option C) can embarrass students, and unrelated questions (Option D) waste instructional time.

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A. Continuing the lesson without interruption to maintain flow

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C. Calling out the names of distracted students to bring them back on track

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D. Pausing the lesson and asking a trivia question unrelated to the topic

Question 8

Change to reported speech: Ram said, 'I have finished my work.'

Accepted Answer

Ram said that he had finished his work — Present perfect → past perfect; 'I' → 'he'; 'my' → 'his'.

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Ram said he has finished his work

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Ram said I have finished my work

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Ram says he had finished his work

Question 9

In which district is Mangalavanam (smallest wildlife sanctuary in Kerala) situated?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ernakulam — Mangalavanam Bird Sanctuary is in central Kochi, Ernakulam district.‌​‍

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Thrissur

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Wayanad

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Idukki

Question 10

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which type of motivation is most closely associated with a student's desire to engage in self-reflection and personal growth?

Accepted Answer

D. Self-actualization needs (e.g., fulfilling potential) — Maslow's self-actualization level involves striving to fulfill one's potential, which aligns with intrinsic motivation for personal growth. Extrinsic motivation (Option A) and esteem needs (Option C) focus on external rewards or recognition, while safety needs (Option B) are lower on the hierarchy.

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A. Extrinsic motivation (e.g., rewards or grades)

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B. Safety needs (e.g., secure environment)

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C. Esteem needs (e.g., recognition and achievement)

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #841