VFA Mixed Practice Test #155

Question 1

Ambedkar Jayanti:‌​‍

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14 Apr — 14 April (B.R. Ambedkar's birthday).‌​‍

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2 Oct

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14 Nov

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5 Sep

Question 2

The glycoside 'sennoside' is primarily obtained from which of the following plants?

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A. Cassia angustifolia — Cassia angustifolia (Senna) contains sennosides A and B, which are stimulant laxatives. Digitalis contains cardiac glycosides, Rauwolfia contains reserpine, and Aloe contains anthraquinones.

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B. Digitalis purpurea

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C. Rauwolfia serpentina

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D. Aloe barbadensis

Question 3

The SI unit of thermodynamic temperature is:‌​‍

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Kelvin — Kelvin (K) is the SI base unit; 0 K = absolute zero.‌​‍

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Celsius

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Fahrenheit

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Réaumur

Question 4

Which vitamin is obtained from sunlight?‌​‍

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Vitamin D — Vitamin D is synthesized in the skin when exposed to sunlight (UV rays). ‌​‍Its deficiency causes Rickets in children.

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Vitamin A

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin K

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a core feature of NCFTE 2009's vision for teacher education?

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B. Emphasizing rote memorization techniques — NCFTE 2009 advocates for reflective teaching, inclusivity, and tech integration but explicitly discourages rote learning. Option B is incorrect as it contradicts the framework's emphasis on understanding over memorization.

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A. Developing reflective practitioners

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C. Fostering inclusive and diverse classrooms

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D. Integrating technology for pedagogical enhancement

Question 6

'Pomology' is the study of:‌​‍

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Fruits — Pomology = science of fruit cultivation.‌​‍

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Animals

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Veins

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Birds

Question 7

Which vitamin is also known as 'Sunshine Vitamin'?‌​‍

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Vitamin D — Vitamin D is called the 'Sunshine Vitamin' because it is synthesised in the skin when exposed to sunlight (UV rays).‌​‍

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Vitamin C

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Vitamin A

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Vitamin B

Question 8

Who led the first agricultural labourers' strike in Kerala demanding social and economic rights?

Accepted Answer

Ayyankali — Ayyankali led the historic 1907 strike by Dalit labourers in Travancore.

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A.K. Gopalan

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P. Krishna Pillai

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EMS Namboodiripad

Question 9

The 'Dhanwantari Award' is a prestigious award presented in India to individuals for their significant contributions in which of the following fields?

Accepted Answer

C. Medical Sciences and Healthcare — The Dhanwantari Award is a prestigious recognition in India specifically dedicated to honouring individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the fields of medical sciences and healthcare. Named after Dhanwantari, the Hindu God of medicine, it acknowledges excellence in clinical practice, research, and public health, distinguishing it from awards in sports, literature, or environmental conservation.

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A. Sports and Athletics

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B. Literature and Arts

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D. Environmental Conservation

Question 10

The first woman in space was:‌​‍

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Valentina Tereshkova — Valentina Tereshkova (USSR) was the first woman in space on 16 June 1963 aboard Vostok 6.‌​‍

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Kalpana Chawla

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Sally Ride

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Sunita Williams

VFA Mixed Practice Test #155