VFA Mixed Practice Test #643

Question 1

Who founded Muhammadeeya Sabha in Kannur?

Accepted Answer

Sayyed Sanahulla Makti Thangal — Sayyid Sanaullah Makti Thangal founded Muhammadeeya Sabha for Muslim reform.

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Sheikh Muhammed Hamadani Thangal

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Ummar Khasi

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Vakkom Maulavi

Question 2

Which district headquarters in Kerala was shifted from Quilon to a new location?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Pathanamthitta — Pathanamthitta was carved from Quilon (Kollam), Idukki, and Alappuzha in 1982 with its own HQ.‌​‍

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Alappuzha

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Kollam

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Kottayam

Question 3

When is International Yoga Day observed?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

21 June — 21 June = International Day of Yoga, declared by UN in 2014 on India's proposal.‌​‍

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5 June

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21 March

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2 October

Question 4

A teacher notices that students in her 8th-grade science class are consistently struggling with practical experiments, despite clear instructions. She decides to implement a new strategy for group formation and task allocation and wants to evaluate its effectiveness in improving student engagement and learning outcomes in practical sessions. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of her approach using action research?

Accepted Answer

D. To improve her own teaching practice and student learning within her specific classroom by systematic inquiry. — Action research is primarily aimed at improving a practitioner's own practice and specific context. While identifying root causes (B) is part of the problem diagnosis phase, the overall objective of the approach includes intervention and evaluation for practical improvement. Options A and C describe objectives more aligned with basic or experimental research, focusing on generalizability or statistical comparison rather than context-specific professional development.

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A. To develop a generalizable theory about effective group work strategies for all science classrooms.

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B. To identify the root causes of student disengagement in practical sessions specific to her classroom context.

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C. To compare her new strategy with traditional methods using a control group for statistical significance.

Question 5

Which enzyme, primarily secreted in the stomach, is responsible for initiating the digestion of proteins?

Accepted Answer

C. Pepsin — Pepsin is a powerful proteolytic enzyme secreted by the chief cells of the stomach in its inactive form, pepsinogen, and activated by hydrochloric acid. It is responsible for beginning the breakdown of proteins into smaller polypeptides. Amylase digests carbohydrates, lipase digests fats, and trypsin is a pancreatic enzyme that continues protein digestion in the small intestine.

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A. Amylase

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B. Lipase

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D. Trypsin

Question 6

Which of the following cellular compartments is the primary site for the metabolic pathway of glycolysis?

Accepted Answer

B. Cytosol — Glycolysis is the metabolic pathway that converts glucose into pyruvate, generating ATP and NADH. This crucial process occurs exclusively in the cytosol of the cell, independent of oxygen. The mitochondrial matrix is where the Krebs cycle and oxidative phosphorylation take place, while the endoplasmic reticulum is involved in protein and lipid synthesis.

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A. Mitochondrial matrix

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C. Endoplasmic reticulum

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D. Lysosomes

Question 7

Translation is the process of:

Accepted Answer

Synthesis of protein from mRNA at ribosome — Translation decodes mRNA codons into amino acid sequences at ribosomes.

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DNA replication

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Synthesis of mRNA

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Mutation

Question 8

A teacher observes that a student consistently performs well in a particular subject and spends extra time on related projects, even without the promise of rewards or high grades. The student expresses genuine enjoyment and curiosity about the subject matter. This behavior is primarily indicative of:

Accepted Answer

B. Intrinsic motivation, arising from inherent interest and satisfaction. — The correct answer is B. Intrinsic motivation is characterized by engaging in an activity for its inherent satisfaction, enjoyment, or interest, as described in the scenario. Options A and D are examples of extrinsic motivators, which are external to the task itself, while C (amotivation) implies a lack of motivation altogether, which contradicts the student's behavior.

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A. Extrinsic motivation, driven by future career prospects.

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C. Amotivation, as there are no clear external incentives.

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D. Compliance, due to peer pressure and classroom norms.

Question 9

Kerala Kalamandalam located at:

Accepted Answer

Cheruthuruthy — Cheruthuruthy, Thrissur district.

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Thrissur

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Palakkad

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Malappuram

Question 10

Kerala State Bird scientific name:

Accepted Answer

Buceros bicornis — Buceros bicornis — Great Indian Hornbill.

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Pavo cristatus

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Corvus splendens

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Ardea alba

VFA Mixed Practice Test #643