VFA Mixed Practice Test #22

Question 1

'Let the cat out of the bag' means:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Reveal a secret — Let the cat out of the bag = accidentally reveal a secret.‌​‍

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Free an animal

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Go shopping

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Start a fight

Question 2

Which constituency in Kerala did Rahul Gandhi represent?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Wayanad — Wayanad (till 2024).

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Palakkad

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Thrissur

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Kottayam

Question 3

Chattampi Swamikal, a social reformer from Kerala, played a pivotal role in the freedom struggle by advocating for social equality and challenging caste hierarchies. Which of the following was NOT a direct contribution of his to Kerala's freedom movement?

Accepted Answer

A. Leading the Vaikom Satyagraha alongside Mahatma Gandhi — Chattampi Swamikal was not directly involved in the Vaikom Satyagraha (1924-25), which was led by leaders like T.K. Madhavan and K.P. Kesava Menon. His contributions focused on social reform, caste abolition, and inspiring marginalized communities, not direct participation in Gandhian mass movements.

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B. Promoting inter-caste dining and temple entry for Dalits

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C. Inspiring the Ezhava community to demand political rights

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D. Criticizing the British educational system for excluding marginalized groups

Question 4

A web page primarily uses which language for structure?

Accepted Answer

HTML — HTML provides structure; CSS styles; JS makes it interactive.

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CSS

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JavaScript

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Python

Question 5

Which of the following is the MOST effective digital tool for conducting formative assessments in a large classroom setting?

Accepted Answer

B. Learning Management System (LMS) integrated quizzes with instant feedback — A Learning Management System (LMS) integrated quiz provides instant feedback, tracks progress, and allows for large-scale formative assessments efficiently. PowerPoint quizzes lack interactivity and instant feedback mechanisms, while paper-based and whiteboard methods are less scalable and harder to analyze.

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A. PowerPoint presentations with embedded quizzes

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C. Traditional paper-based quizzes graded manually

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D. Whiteboard-based questioning without digital recording

Question 6

Many antibiotics target bacterial ribosomes to inhibit protein synthesis, thereby killing the bacteria. This mechanism exploits the structural differences between bacterial and human ribosomes. Which of the following organelles in human cells is primarily responsible for protein synthesis?

Accepted Answer

D. Ribosomes — Ribosomes are the cellular organelles responsible for protein synthesis (translation) in both prokaryotic (bacteria) and eukaryotic (human) cells. While the endoplasmic reticulum is involved in processing and transporting proteins, the actual synthesis occurs on ribosomes, either free in the cytoplasm or attached to the ER. Mitochondria are for energy production, and the nucleus houses genetic material.

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A. Mitochondria

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B. Nucleus

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C. Endoplasmic Reticulum

Question 7

Who inaugurated Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi in 1958?

Accepted Answer

Jawaharlal Nehru — Inaugurated by PM Jawaharlal Nehru on 26 April 1958 in Thrissur.

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Chithira Thirunal Bala Rama Varma

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Pattam Thanu Pillai

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E.M.S. Namboodiripad

Question 8

Sree Narayana Guru's profound declaration 'Oru Jaathi, Oru Matham, Oru Daivam Manushyanu' (One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man) was not merely a spiritual dictum but a revolutionary social reform. Which of the following best describes the core practical implication of this philosophy in the context of early 20th-century Kerala society?

Accepted Answer

B. It sought to dismantle the hierarchical caste system by asserting the fundamental spiritual unity and equality of all human beings, thereby challenging social discrimination. — Sree Narayana Guru's declaration 'One Caste, One Religion, One God for Man' directly challenged the prevailing caste hierarchy and untouchability by asserting the inherent spiritual unity and equality of all individuals. This philosophy provided a strong intellectual and moral foundation for social movements aimed at eradicating discrimination and promoting universal brotherhood, rather than just religious consolidation or individual enlightenment. Options A, C, and D misinterpret the primary social reform objective of the Guru's teaching.

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A. It primarily promoted inter-religious dialogue and conversion to a new, universal religion transcending traditional faiths.

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C. It advocated for the establishment of a unified religious institution under the Guru's leadership to consolidate Hindu beliefs.

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D. It emphasized the importance of individual spiritual enlightenment and detachment from worldly affairs as the sole path to societal harmony.

Question 9

RBI Digital Rupee transactions:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Growing pilot — Pilot since Dec 2022.‌​‍

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Cancelled

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Main

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Failed

Question 10

Which hormone increases the rates of almost all chemical reactions in all cells of the body?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Thyroxine — Thyroxine (T4) regulates metabolism in all cells.‌​‍

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Adrenaline

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Oxytocin

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Cortisol

VFA Mixed Practice Test #22