VFA Mixed Practice Test #297

Question 1

The temperature at which a liquid's vapour pressure equals atmospheric pressure is called:

Accepted Answer

Boiling point — Boiling occurs when vapour pressure = ambient atmospheric pressure.

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Freezing point

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Melting point

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Condensation point

Question 2

Largest vein:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Vena cava — Vena cava.‌​‍

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Aorta

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Pulmonary

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Jugular

Question 3

Kerala's marine fisheries sector is vital for the state's economy and food security but faces significant challenges regarding resource depletion and ecological balance. Considering both the livelihoods of fisherfolk and the long-term health of marine ecosystems, which of the following strategies is most crucial for ensuring the sustainability of marine fisheries in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

B. Implementing strict seasonal fishing bans during breeding periods and regulating fishing gear, such as net mesh sizes. — Implementing strict seasonal fishing bans during breeding periods allows fish populations to reproduce and replenish, directly addressing resource depletion. Regulating fishing gear, particularly net mesh sizes, prevents the capture of juvenile fish, ensuring they mature and contribute to future stocks. Option A promotes overexploitation, while Option C, though potentially reducing pressure on wild stocks, introduces ecological risks from exotic species. Option D would exacerbate overfishing by increasing fishing capacity without necessary controls.

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A. Promoting unregulated year-round deep-sea trawling to maximize catch volume and export potential.

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C. Encouraging the widespread adoption of large-scale aquaculture of exotic species in marine waters to reduce pressure on wild stocks.

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D. Providing substantial government subsidies for increasing the number and engine power of fishing vessels without catch limits.

Question 4

'Operation Sulaimani' has been launched in which district of Kerala to eradicate poverty?

Accepted Answer

Kozhikode — Launched in Kozhikode district to provide free meals.

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Kannur

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Kollam

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Thrissur

Question 5

Ashtamudi Lake called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Gateway to Backwaters — Kollam. 8-armed lake.‌​‍

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Largest freshwater

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Longest lake

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Venice of East

Question 6

M. Krishnan Nair:

Accepted Answer

Kerala's popular literary columnist — Sahitya Varaphalam columnist.

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Actor

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Politician

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Scientist

Question 7

Name of the agency that won the Gandhi Peace Award for the year 2014:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

ISRO — ISRO won the Gandhi Peace Prize 2014 for its contribution to peaceful uses of outer space.‌​‍

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National Service Scheme

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Red Cross

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Asia Watch

Question 8

The Pamba river is associated with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sabarimala — Pamba = the river of Sabarimala. ‌​‍Pilgrims bathe in Pamba before climbing to the temple.

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Guruvayur

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Thrissur Pooram

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Vaikom

Question 9

A Malayalam teacher wants to assess students' comprehension of a short story in the classroom. Which assessment method would provide the most comprehensive understanding of their learning?

Accepted Answer

B. A written summary followed by a group discussion — A written summary followed by a group discussion (Option B) evaluates both individual understanding (written summary) and collaborative learning (discussion), providing a deeper insight into comprehension. A quiz (A) or fill-in-the-blank (C) tests surface-level knowledge, while a timed reading test (D) may not assess higher-order skills like analysis or interpretation.

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A. A single multiple-choice quiz on the story's plot

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C. A fill-in-the-blank exercise on key vocabulary

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D. A timed reading test with comprehension questions

Question 10

RNA full form:

Accepted Answer

Ribonucleic Acid — Ribonucleic Acid — helps in protein synthesis.

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Ribo-Nitrogen Acid

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Redo Nucleic Acid

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Reverse Nucleic Acid

VFA Mixed Practice Test #297