VFA Mixed Practice Test #144

Question 1

India's first Green Hydrogen Mission targets how much production by 2030?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

5 MMT — The National Green Hydrogen Mission targets 5 million metric tonnes of annual green hydrogen production by 2030.‌​‍

Answer

3 MMT

Answer

1 MMT

Answer

10 MMT

Question 2

Kerala Public Service Commission:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Conducts state govt job exams — State PSC.‌​‍

Answer

None

Answer

Central

Answer

Private

Question 3

The image formed by a convex lens when the object is between F and optical centre is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Virtual, erect, magnified (same side as object) — Object inside F of convex lens → virtual, erect, magnified image — used in magnifying glass.‌​‍

Answer

Real, inverted

Answer

Virtual, inverted

Answer

Real, diminished

Question 4

A constructivist teacher wants to assess students' understanding of the water cycle after a 5E lesson. Which assessment method would best evaluate their ability to apply knowledge in a new context?

Accepted Answer

C. A group project designing a model or poster to explain the water cycle to younger students. — Option C aligns with the 'Elaborate' phase, where students apply knowledge in new contexts, making it the best fit for assessing application. Option A tests recall, B tests metacognition, and D tests passive summarization—none reflect authentic application under constructivism.

Answer

A. A multiple-choice quiz testing factual recall of the water cycle steps.

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B. A written reflection where students describe their learning process and challenges.

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D. An oral presentation summarizing the water cycle as taught by the teacher.

Question 5

Fungi cell wall made of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chitin — Chitin.‌​‍

Answer

Silica

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Cellulose

Answer

Protein

Question 6

The Malabar Rebellion of 1921 was led by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Variyankunnathu Kunjahammed Haji — Variyankunnathu Kunjahammed Haji was a key leader of the Malabar Rebellion (1921), an anti-British uprising influenced by the Khilafat movement.‌​‍

Answer

Pazhassi Raja

Answer

K. Kelappan

Answer

Velu Thampi Dalawa

Question 7

Polymer of ethene (CH₂=CH₂) is called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Polythene — Polythene/polyethylene = (−CH₂−CH₂−)ₙ formed by addition polymerisation of ethene.‌​‍

Answer

PVC

Answer

Nylon

Answer

Polyester

Question 8

A school has recently invested in smartboards and tablets for all classrooms. What is the MOST crucial factor for the successful and effective integration of these ICT tools into the daily teaching-learning process?

Accepted Answer

B. Providing comprehensive training and ongoing support for teachers on how to utilize these tools effectively. — While infrastructure and content are important, the most crucial factor for successful ICT integration is empowering teachers with the necessary skills and confidence. Comprehensive training and continuous support ensure that teachers can effectively leverage these tools, preventing them from being underutilized or misused.

Answer

A. Ensuring all classrooms have high-speed internet connectivity.

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C. Developing digital content specifically tailored for the school's curriculum.

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D. Mandating teachers to use ICT tools for at least one period daily.

Question 9

A rainbow is formed by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Refraction, dispersion and total internal reflection in water droplets — Sunlight refracts entering droplet, disperses, undergoes internal reflection, refracts again on exit.‌​‍

Answer

Refraction only

Answer

Reflection only

Answer

Diffraction

Question 10

The smallest country in the world by area is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vatican City — Vatican City (~0.44 sq km) is the smallest country in the world by area. ‌​‍It is also the least populous sovereign state.

Answer

Monaco

Answer

San Marino

Answer

Liechtenstein

VFA Mixed Practice Test #144