TEACHING AND RESEARCH APTITUDE- PAGE 22
TEACHING AND RESEARCH APTITUDE- PAGE 22 MCQs
1. The issue of 'research ethics' may be considered pertinent at which stage of research?
(1) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition
(2) At the stage of defining the population of research
(3) At the stage of data collection and interpretation
(4) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Ans: C
2. The principal of a school conducts an interview session of teachers and students with a view to explore the possibility of their enhanced participation in school programmes. This endeavour may be related to which type of research?
(1) Evaluation Research
(2) Fundamental Research
(3) Action Research
(4) Applied Research
Ans: C
3. Superiority of intellect depends upon its power of concentration on one theme in the same way as a concave mirror collects all the rays that strike upon it into one point.
(1) Mathematical
(2) Psychological
(3) Analogical
(4) Deductive
Ans: C
4. Given below are two premises (A and B). Four conclusions are drawn from them. Select the code that states validity drawn conclusion (s) (taking the premises individually or jointly). Premises:
(A) Most of the dancers are physically fit.
(B) Most of the singers are dancers.
Conclusions:
(a) Most of the singers are physically fit.
(b) Most of the dancers are singers.
(c) Most of the physically fit persons are dancers.
(d) Most of the physically fit persons are singers.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (b) and (c)
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (d) and (a)
Ans: B
5. Which one among the following is a presupposition in inductive reasoning?
(1) Law of identity
(2) Unchangeability in nature
(3) Harmony in nature
(4) Uniformity of nature
Ans: D
6. If the proposition ‘domestic animals are hardly ferocious’ is taken to be false, which of the following proposition/propositions can be claimed to be certainly true? Select the correct code:
Propositions:
(a) All domestic animals are ferocious.
(b) Most of the domestic animals are ferocious.
(c) No domestic animal is ferocious.
(d) Some domestic animals are non-ferocious.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (a) only
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (b) only
Ans: A
7. Which of the following is the largest source of water pollution in major rivers of India?
(A) Untreated sewage
(B) Agriculture run-off
(C) Unregulated small scale industries
(D) Religious practices
Ans: A
8. In which of the following, reporting format is formally prescribed?
(1) Doctoral level thesis
(2) Conference of researchers
(3) Workshops and seminars
(4) Symposia
Ans: A
9. Which of the following statement(s) regarding the term ICT is/are true?
P: A digital divide is an economic and social equality with regard to access to, use of, or impact of ICT.
Q: ICT helps in international development by bridging the digital divide and providing equitable access to technologies.
Choose the correct answer from the following:
(1) P only
(2) Q only
(3) P and Q
(4) Neither P nor Q
Ans: B
10. Sustainable development goals have specific targets to be achieved by
(A) 2022
(B) 2030
(C) 2040
(D) 2050
Ans: B
11. Assertion (A): Conserving our soil resources is critical to human survival.
Reason (R): Soil is home to many micro-organisms and contains minerals.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Ans: B
12. World Meterological Organisation’s (WMO) objective has been to reduce the number of deaths to hydrometerological disasters over the decade 2010-2019 by (with reference to the decade 1994-2003)
(A) 25%
(B) 50%
(C) 75%
(D) 80%
Ans: B
13. ___________ is a type of memory circuitry that holds the computer’s start-up routine.
(A) RIM (Read Initial Memory)
(B) RAM (Random Access Memory)
(C) ROM (Read Only Memory)
(D) Cache Memory
Ans: C
14. An ASCII is a character-encoding scheme that is employed by personal computers in order to represent various characters, number and control keys that the computer user selects on the keyboard. ASCII is an acronym for
(A) American Standard Code for Information Interchange
(B) American Standard Code for Intelligent Information
(C) American Standard Code for Information Integrity
(D) American Standard Code for Isolated Information
Ans: A
15. Identify the air pollutant in urban areas which irritates eyes and also respiratory tract of human beings.
(A) Particulate matter
(B) Oxides of nitrogen
(C) Surface ozone
(D) Carbon monoxide
Ans: C
16. Which of the following statements about the Indian political system is/are correct?
(a) The president is both Head of the State and Head of the Government.
(b) Parliament is Supreme.
(c) The Supreme Court is the guardian of the Constitution.
(d) The Directive Principles of State Policy are justifiable.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (b) and (c)
(D) (c) only
Ans: D
17. Which of the following are the fundamental duties?
(a) To respect the National Flag.
(b) To protect and improve the natural environment.
(c) For a parent to provide opportunities for education to his/her child.
(d) To protect monuments and places of national importance.
Select the correct answer from the codes given:
Codes:
(A) (a), (b) and (c)
(B) (a), (b) and (d)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: A
18. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Niti Aayog?
(a) It is a constitutional body.
(b) It is a statutory body.
(c) It is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
(d) It is a think-tank.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a) and (d)
(B) (b) and (d)
(C) (c) and (d)
(D) (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: C
19. Which of the following core value among the institutions of higher education are promoted by the NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council)?
(a) Contributing to national development.
(b) Fostering global competencies among students and teachers.
(c) Inculcating a value system among students and teachers.
(d) Promoting the optimum utilization of the infrastructure.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: B
20. The best way for providing value education is through
(A) Discussions on scriptural texts
(B) Lecture/discourses on values
(C) Seminars/symposia on values
(D) Mentoring/reflective sessions on values
Ans: D
21. The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) has been declared unconstitutional by
(A) The Supreme Court of India
(B) The High Court
(C) The High Court and the Supreme Court both
(D) The President of India
Ans: A
22. Which set of learner characteristics may be considered helpful in designing effective teaching-learning systems? Select the correct alternative from the codes given below:
(i) Prior experience of learners in respect of the subject.
(ii) Interpersonal relationships of learner’s family friends.
(iii) Ability of the learners in respect of the subject.
(iv) Student’s language background.
(v) Interest of students in following the prescribed dress code.
(vi) Motivational – orientation of the students.
Codes:
(A) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(B) (i), (iii), (iv) and (vi)
(C) (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)
(D) (iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
Ans: B
23. A college level assistant professor has planned his/her lectures with an intent to develop cognitive dimensions of students centered on skills of analysis and synthesis. Below, given are two sets of items Set – I consisting of levels of cognitive interchange and Set – II comprising basic requirements for promoting them. Match the two sets and indicate your answer by choosing the correct alternative from the code:
Set – I (Levels of Cognitive Interchange)
Set – II (Basic requirements for promoting cognitive interchange)
a. Memory level i. Giving opportunity for discriminating examples and non-examples of a point.
b. Understanding level ii. Recording the important points made during the presentations.
c. Reflective level iii. Asking the students to discuss various items of information
iv. Critically analyzing the points to be made and discussed.
Codes:
a b c
(A) ii iv i
(B) iii iv ii
(C) ii i iv
(D) i ii iii
Ans: C
24. Match the items of the first set with that of the second set in respect of evaluation system. Choose the correct code:
Set-I and Set-II
a. Formative evaluation i. Evaluating cognitive and co-cognitive aspects with regularity
b. Summative evaluation ii. Tests and their interpretations based on a group and certain yardsticks
c. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation iii. Grading the final learning outcomes
d. Norm and criterion referenced tests iv. Quizzes and discussions
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv iii i ii
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) i iii iv ii
Ans: A
25. Select the alternative which consists of positive factors contributing to effectiveness of teaching:
List of factors:
a. Teacher’s knowledge of the subject.
b. Teacher’s socio-economic background.
c. Communication skill of the teacher.
d. Teacher’s ability to please the students.
e. Teacher’s personal contact with students.
f. Teacher’s competence in managing and monitoring the classroom transactions
Codes:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (c), (d) and (f)
(C) (b), (d) and (c)
(D) (a), (c) and (f)
Ans: D
26. The use of teaching aids is justified on the grounds of
(A) Attracting student’s attention in the class room.
(B) Minimizing indiscipline problem in the classroom.
(C) Optimizing learning outcomes of students.
(D) Effective engagement of students in learning tasks.
Ans: C
27. Assertion (A): The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students.
Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements
Choose the correct answer from the following code:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true
Ans: B
28. In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical?
(A) Data collection with standardized research tools.
(B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques.
(C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
(D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Ans: C
29. From the following list of statement identify the set, which has negative implications for ‘research ethics ’:
i. A researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.
ii. Related studies are cited without proper references.
iii. Research findings are made the basis for policymaking.
iv. Conduct of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.
v. A research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other researches.
vi. Both policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of preliminary studies.
(A) i, ii and iii
(B) ii, iii and iv
(C) ii, iv and vi
(D) i, iii and v
Ans: C
30. In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress –proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that ‘child rearing practices do influence stress- proneness’. At the data-analysis stage a null hypothesis is advanced to find out the tenability of research hypothesis. On the basis of the evidence available, the null hypothesis is rejected at 0.01 level of significance. What decision may be warranted in respect of the research hypothesis?
(A) The research hypothesis will also be rejected.
(B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
(C) Both the research hypothesis and the null hypothesis will be rejected.
(D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Ans: B
31. A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?
(A) Historical method
(B) Descriptive survey method
(C) Experimental method
(D) Ex-post facto method
Ans: D
32. Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research?
(A) Developing a research design
(B) Formulating a research question
(C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure
(D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Ans: B
33. The format of thesis writing is the same as in
(A) Preparation of a research paper/article
(B) Writing of seminar presentation
(C) A research dissertation
(D) Presenting a workshop/conference paper
Ans: C
34. The choice of communication partners is influenced by factors of
(A) Proximity, utility, loneliness
(B) Utility, secrecy, dissonance
(C) Secrecy, dissonance, deception
(D) Dissimilarity, dissonance, deviance
Ans: A
35. A hypothesis is a
(A) law
(B) canon
(C) postulate
(D) supposition
Ans: D
36. Suppose you want to investigate the working efficiency of nationalised bank in India, which one of the following would you follow?
(A) Area Sampling
(B) Multi-stage Sampling
(C) Sequential Sampling
(D) Quota Sampling
Ans: B
37. A compiler is used to convert the following to object code which can be executed
(A) High-level language
(B) Low-level language
(C) Assembly language
(D) Natural language
Ans: A
38. The great Indian Bustard bird is found in
(A) Thar Desert of Rajasthan
(B) Coastal regions of India
(C) Malabar Coast
(D) Delta regions
Ans: A
39. The Sagarmanthan National Park has been established to preserve the eco-system of which mountain peak?
(A) Kanchenjunga
(B) Mount Everest
(C) Annapurna
(D) Dhaulavira
Ans: B
40. Which one of the following units is used to measure intensity of noise?
(A) decibel
(B) Hz
(C) Phon
(D) Watts/m2
Ans: A
41. Which one of the following is not situated in New Delhi?
(A) Indian Council of Cultural Relations
(B) Indian Council of Scientific Research
(C) National Council of Educational Research and Training
(D) Indian Institute of Advanced Studies
Ans: D
42. Autonomy in higher education implies freedom in:
(A) Administration
(B) Policy-making
(C) Finance
(D) Curriculum development
Ans: D
43. Teacher uses visual-aids to make learning:
(A) simple
(B) more knowledgeable
(C) quicker
(D) interesting
Ans: D
44. The teacher's role at the higher educational level is to:
(A) provide information to students
(B) promote self-learning in students
(C) encourage healthy competition among students
(D) help students to solve their personal problems
Ans: B
45. Which one of the following teachers would you like the most:
(A) punctual
(B) having research aptitude
(C) loving and having high idealistic philosophy
(D) who often amuses his students
Ans: B
46. Micro teaching is most effective for the student-teacher:
(A) during the practice-teaching
(B) after the practice-teaching
(C) before the practice-teaching
(D) none of the above
Ans: A
47. Which is the least important factor in teaching?
(A) punishing the students
(B) maintaining discipline in the class
(C) lecturing in impressive way
(D) drawing sketches and diagrams on the black-board
Ans: A
48. To test null hypothesis, a researcher uses:
(A) t test
(B) ANOVA
(C) X2
(D) factorial analysis
Ans: B
49. A research problem is feasible only when:
(A) it has utility and relevance
(B) it is researchable
(C) it is new and adds something to knowledge
(D) all the above
Ans: D
50. Bibliography given in a research report:
(A) shows vast knowledge of the researcher
(B) helps those interested in further research
(C) has no relevance to research
(D) all the above
Ans: B
(1) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition
(2) At the stage of defining the population of research
(3) At the stage of data collection and interpretation
(4) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Ans: C
2. The principal of a school conducts an interview session of teachers and students with a view to explore the possibility of their enhanced participation in school programmes. This endeavour may be related to which type of research?
(1) Evaluation Research
(2) Fundamental Research
(3) Action Research
(4) Applied Research
Ans: C
3. Superiority of intellect depends upon its power of concentration on one theme in the same way as a concave mirror collects all the rays that strike upon it into one point.
(1) Mathematical
(2) Psychological
(3) Analogical
(4) Deductive
Ans: C
4. Given below are two premises (A and B). Four conclusions are drawn from them. Select the code that states validity drawn conclusion (s) (taking the premises individually or jointly). Premises:
(A) Most of the dancers are physically fit.
(B) Most of the singers are dancers.
Conclusions:
(a) Most of the singers are physically fit.
(b) Most of the dancers are singers.
(c) Most of the physically fit persons are dancers.
(d) Most of the physically fit persons are singers.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (b) and (c)
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (d) and (a)
Ans: B
5. Which one among the following is a presupposition in inductive reasoning?
(1) Law of identity
(2) Unchangeability in nature
(3) Harmony in nature
(4) Uniformity of nature
Ans: D
6. If the proposition ‘domestic animals are hardly ferocious’ is taken to be false, which of the following proposition/propositions can be claimed to be certainly true? Select the correct code:
Propositions:
(a) All domestic animals are ferocious.
(b) Most of the domestic animals are ferocious.
(c) No domestic animal is ferocious.
(d) Some domestic animals are non-ferocious.
Code:
(1) (a) and (b)
(2) (a) only
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (b) only
Ans: A
7. Which of the following is the largest source of water pollution in major rivers of India?
(A) Untreated sewage
(B) Agriculture run-off
(C) Unregulated small scale industries
(D) Religious practices
Ans: A
8. In which of the following, reporting format is formally prescribed?
(1) Doctoral level thesis
(2) Conference of researchers
(3) Workshops and seminars
(4) Symposia
Ans: A
9. Which of the following statement(s) regarding the term ICT is/are true?
P: A digital divide is an economic and social equality with regard to access to, use of, or impact of ICT.
Q: ICT helps in international development by bridging the digital divide and providing equitable access to technologies.
Choose the correct answer from the following:
(1) P only
(2) Q only
(3) P and Q
(4) Neither P nor Q
Ans: B
10. Sustainable development goals have specific targets to be achieved by
(A) 2022
(B) 2030
(C) 2040
(D) 2050
Ans: B
11. Assertion (A): Conserving our soil resources is critical to human survival.
Reason (R): Soil is home to many micro-organisms and contains minerals.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Ans: B
12. World Meterological Organisation’s (WMO) objective has been to reduce the number of deaths to hydrometerological disasters over the decade 2010-2019 by (with reference to the decade 1994-2003)
(A) 25%
(B) 50%
(C) 75%
(D) 80%
Ans: B
13. ___________ is a type of memory circuitry that holds the computer’s start-up routine.
(A) RIM (Read Initial Memory)
(B) RAM (Random Access Memory)
(C) ROM (Read Only Memory)
(D) Cache Memory
Ans: C
14. An ASCII is a character-encoding scheme that is employed by personal computers in order to represent various characters, number and control keys that the computer user selects on the keyboard. ASCII is an acronym for
(A) American Standard Code for Information Interchange
(B) American Standard Code for Intelligent Information
(C) American Standard Code for Information Integrity
(D) American Standard Code for Isolated Information
Ans: A
15. Identify the air pollutant in urban areas which irritates eyes and also respiratory tract of human beings.
(A) Particulate matter
(B) Oxides of nitrogen
(C) Surface ozone
(D) Carbon monoxide
Ans: C
16. Which of the following statements about the Indian political system is/are correct?
(a) The president is both Head of the State and Head of the Government.
(b) Parliament is Supreme.
(c) The Supreme Court is the guardian of the Constitution.
(d) The Directive Principles of State Policy are justifiable.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (b) and (c)
(D) (c) only
Ans: D
17. Which of the following are the fundamental duties?
(a) To respect the National Flag.
(b) To protect and improve the natural environment.
(c) For a parent to provide opportunities for education to his/her child.
(d) To protect monuments and places of national importance.
Select the correct answer from the codes given:
Codes:
(A) (a), (b) and (c)
(B) (a), (b) and (d)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: A
18. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Niti Aayog?
(a) It is a constitutional body.
(b) It is a statutory body.
(c) It is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
(d) It is a think-tank.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a) and (d)
(B) (b) and (d)
(C) (c) and (d)
(D) (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: C
19. Which of the following core value among the institutions of higher education are promoted by the NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council)?
(a) Contributing to national development.
(b) Fostering global competencies among students and teachers.
(c) Inculcating a value system among students and teachers.
(d) Promoting the optimum utilization of the infrastructure.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (a), (b) and (c)
(C) (a), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Ans: B
20. The best way for providing value education is through
(A) Discussions on scriptural texts
(B) Lecture/discourses on values
(C) Seminars/symposia on values
(D) Mentoring/reflective sessions on values
Ans: D
21. The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) has been declared unconstitutional by
(A) The Supreme Court of India
(B) The High Court
(C) The High Court and the Supreme Court both
(D) The President of India
Ans: A
22. Which set of learner characteristics may be considered helpful in designing effective teaching-learning systems? Select the correct alternative from the codes given below:
(i) Prior experience of learners in respect of the subject.
(ii) Interpersonal relationships of learner’s family friends.
(iii) Ability of the learners in respect of the subject.
(iv) Student’s language background.
(v) Interest of students in following the prescribed dress code.
(vi) Motivational – orientation of the students.
Codes:
(A) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(B) (i), (iii), (iv) and (vi)
(C) (ii), (iii), (iv) and (v)
(D) (iii), (iv), (v) and (vi)
Ans: B
23. A college level assistant professor has planned his/her lectures with an intent to develop cognitive dimensions of students centered on skills of analysis and synthesis. Below, given are two sets of items Set – I consisting of levels of cognitive interchange and Set – II comprising basic requirements for promoting them. Match the two sets and indicate your answer by choosing the correct alternative from the code:
Set – I (Levels of Cognitive Interchange)
Set – II (Basic requirements for promoting cognitive interchange)
a. Memory level i. Giving opportunity for discriminating examples and non-examples of a point.
b. Understanding level ii. Recording the important points made during the presentations.
c. Reflective level iii. Asking the students to discuss various items of information
iv. Critically analyzing the points to be made and discussed.
Codes:
a b c
(A) ii iv i
(B) iii iv ii
(C) ii i iv
(D) i ii iii
Ans: C
24. Match the items of the first set with that of the second set in respect of evaluation system. Choose the correct code:
Set-I and Set-II
a. Formative evaluation i. Evaluating cognitive and co-cognitive aspects with regularity
b. Summative evaluation ii. Tests and their interpretations based on a group and certain yardsticks
c. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation iii. Grading the final learning outcomes
d. Norm and criterion referenced tests iv. Quizzes and discussions
Codes:
a b c d
(A) iv iii i ii
(B) i ii iii iv
(C) iii iv ii i
(D) i iii iv ii
Ans: A
25. Select the alternative which consists of positive factors contributing to effectiveness of teaching:
List of factors:
a. Teacher’s knowledge of the subject.
b. Teacher’s socio-economic background.
c. Communication skill of the teacher.
d. Teacher’s ability to please the students.
e. Teacher’s personal contact with students.
f. Teacher’s competence in managing and monitoring the classroom transactions
Codes:
(A) (b), (c) and (d)
(B) (c), (d) and (f)
(C) (b), (d) and (c)
(D) (a), (c) and (f)
Ans: D
26. The use of teaching aids is justified on the grounds of
(A) Attracting student’s attention in the class room.
(B) Minimizing indiscipline problem in the classroom.
(C) Optimizing learning outcomes of students.
(D) Effective engagement of students in learning tasks.
Ans: C
27. Assertion (A): The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students.
Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements
Choose the correct answer from the following code:
(A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true
Ans: B
28. In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical?
(A) Data collection with standardized research tools.
(B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques.
(C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
(D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Ans: C
29. From the following list of statement identify the set, which has negative implications for ‘research ethics ’:
i. A researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.
ii. Related studies are cited without proper references.
iii. Research findings are made the basis for policymaking.
iv. Conduct of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.
v. A research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other researches.
vi. Both policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of preliminary studies.
(A) i, ii and iii
(B) ii, iii and iv
(C) ii, iv and vi
(D) i, iii and v
Ans: C
30. In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress –proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that ‘child rearing practices do influence stress- proneness’. At the data-analysis stage a null hypothesis is advanced to find out the tenability of research hypothesis. On the basis of the evidence available, the null hypothesis is rejected at 0.01 level of significance. What decision may be warranted in respect of the research hypothesis?
(A) The research hypothesis will also be rejected.
(B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
(C) Both the research hypothesis and the null hypothesis will be rejected.
(D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Ans: B
31. A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?
(A) Historical method
(B) Descriptive survey method
(C) Experimental method
(D) Ex-post facto method
Ans: D
32. Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research?
(A) Developing a research design
(B) Formulating a research question
(C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure
(D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Ans: B
33. The format of thesis writing is the same as in
(A) Preparation of a research paper/article
(B) Writing of seminar presentation
(C) A research dissertation
(D) Presenting a workshop/conference paper
Ans: C
34. The choice of communication partners is influenced by factors of
(A) Proximity, utility, loneliness
(B) Utility, secrecy, dissonance
(C) Secrecy, dissonance, deception
(D) Dissimilarity, dissonance, deviance
Ans: A
35. A hypothesis is a
(A) law
(B) canon
(C) postulate
(D) supposition
Ans: D
36. Suppose you want to investigate the working efficiency of nationalised bank in India, which one of the following would you follow?
(A) Area Sampling
(B) Multi-stage Sampling
(C) Sequential Sampling
(D) Quota Sampling
Ans: B
37. A compiler is used to convert the following to object code which can be executed
(A) High-level language
(B) Low-level language
(C) Assembly language
(D) Natural language
Ans: A
38. The great Indian Bustard bird is found in
(A) Thar Desert of Rajasthan
(B) Coastal regions of India
(C) Malabar Coast
(D) Delta regions
Ans: A
39. The Sagarmanthan National Park has been established to preserve the eco-system of which mountain peak?
(A) Kanchenjunga
(B) Mount Everest
(C) Annapurna
(D) Dhaulavira
Ans: B
40. Which one of the following units is used to measure intensity of noise?
(A) decibel
(B) Hz
(C) Phon
(D) Watts/m2
Ans: A
41. Which one of the following is not situated in New Delhi?
(A) Indian Council of Cultural Relations
(B) Indian Council of Scientific Research
(C) National Council of Educational Research and Training
(D) Indian Institute of Advanced Studies
Ans: D
42. Autonomy in higher education implies freedom in:
(A) Administration
(B) Policy-making
(C) Finance
(D) Curriculum development
Ans: D
43. Teacher uses visual-aids to make learning:
(A) simple
(B) more knowledgeable
(C) quicker
(D) interesting
Ans: D
44. The teacher's role at the higher educational level is to:
(A) provide information to students
(B) promote self-learning in students
(C) encourage healthy competition among students
(D) help students to solve their personal problems
Ans: B
45. Which one of the following teachers would you like the most:
(A) punctual
(B) having research aptitude
(C) loving and having high idealistic philosophy
(D) who often amuses his students
Ans: B
46. Micro teaching is most effective for the student-teacher:
(A) during the practice-teaching
(B) after the practice-teaching
(C) before the practice-teaching
(D) none of the above
Ans: A
47. Which is the least important factor in teaching?
(A) punishing the students
(B) maintaining discipline in the class
(C) lecturing in impressive way
(D) drawing sketches and diagrams on the black-board
Ans: A
48. To test null hypothesis, a researcher uses:
(A) t test
(B) ANOVA
(C) X2
(D) factorial analysis
Ans: B
49. A research problem is feasible only when:
(A) it has utility and relevance
(B) it is researchable
(C) it is new and adds something to knowledge
(D) all the above
Ans: D
50. Bibliography given in a research report:
(A) shows vast knowledge of the researcher
(B) helps those interested in further research
(C) has no relevance to research
(D) all the above
Ans: B
51. Fundamental research reflects the ability to:
(A) Synthesize new ideals
(B) Expound new principles
(C) Evaluate the existing material concerning research
(D) Study the existing literature regarding various topics
Ans: B
52. The study in which the investigators attempt to trace an effect is known as:
(A) Survey Research
(B) 'Ex-post Facto' Research
(C) Historical Research
(D) Summative Research
Ans: B
53. Press Council of India is located at:
(A) Chennai
(B) Mumbai
(C) Kolkata
(D) Delhi
Ans: D
54. Adjusting the photo for publication by cutting is technically known as:
(A) Photo cutting
(B) Photo bleeding
(C) Photo cropping
(D) Photo adjustment
Ans: C
55. Feed-back of a message comes from:
(A) Satellite
(B) Media
(C) Audience
(D) Communicator
Ans: A
56. Collection of information in advance before designing communication strategy is known as:
(A) Feed-back
(B) Feed-forward
(C) Research study
(D) Opinion poll
Ans: D
57. The aspect ratio of TV screen is:
(A) 4:3
(B) 4:2
(C) 3:5
(D) 2:3
Ans: A
58. Which is the number that comes next in the sequence?
9, 8, 8, 8, 7, 8, 6,
(A) 5
(B) 6
(C) 8
(D) 4
Ans: C
59. If in a certain language TRIVANDRUM is coded as 2 5 9 5 3 5 4 7 5 8, how would MADRAS be coded?
(A) 834536
(B) 834538
(C) 834530
(D) 834539
Ans: A
60. Which of the following statements are mutually contradictory?
(i) All flowers are not fragrant.
(ii) Most flowers are not fragrant.
(iii) None of the flowers is fragrant.
(iv) Most flowers are fragrant.
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
Code:
(A) (i) and (ii)
(B) (i) and (iii)
(C) (ii) and (iii)
(D) (iii) and (iv)
Ans: D
61. Which of the following is the appropriate format of URL of e-mail?
(A) www_mail.com
(B) [email protected]
(C) [email protected]
(D) www.mail.com
Ans: B
62. Which of the following comprise teaching skill?
(A) Black Board writing
(B) Questioning
(C) Explaining
(D) All the above
Ans: D
63. Information and Communication Technology includes:
(A) On line learning
(B) Learning through the use of EDUSAT
(C) Web Based Learning
(D) All the above
Ans: D
64. Which of the following statements is most appropriate?
(A) Teachers can teach.
(B) Teachers help can create in a student a desire to learn.
(C) Lecture Method can be used for developing thinking.
(D) Teachers are born.
Ans: B
65. The first Indian chronicler of Indian history was:
(A) Megasthanese
(B) Fahiyan
(C) Huan Tsang
(D) Kalhan
Ans: D
66. Which of the following statements is correct?
(A) Syllabus is a part of curriculum.
(B) Syllabus is an annexure to curriculum.
(C) Curriculum is the same in all educational institutions affiliated to a particular university.
(D) Syllabus is not the same in all educational institutions affiliated to a particular university.
Ans: A
67. Which of the two given options is of the level of understanding?
(I) Define noun.
(II) Define noun in your own words.
(A) Only I
(B) Only II
(C) Both I and II
(D) Neither I nor II
Ans: B
68. Which of the following options are the main tasks of research in modern society?
(I) to keep pace with the advancement in knowledge.
(II) to discover new things.
(III) to write a critique on the earlier writings.
(IV) to systematically examine and critically analyse the investigations/sources with objectivity.
(A) IV, II and I
(B) I, II and III
(C) I and III
(D) II, III and IV
Ans: A
69. Match List-I (Interviews) with List-II (Meaning) and select the correct answer from the code given below:
List - I (Interviews) List - II (Meaning)
(a) structured interviews (i) greater flexibility approach
(b) Unstructured interviews (ii) attention on the questions to be answered
(c) Focused interviews (iii) individual life experience
(d) Clinical interviews (iv) Pre determined question
(v) non-directive
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (v) (ii) (iv) (i)
(D) (i) (iii) (v) (iv)
Ans: A
70. What do you consider as the main aim of inter disciplinary research?
(A) To bring out holistic approach to research.
(B) To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain.
(C) To over simplify the problem of research.
(D) To create a new trend in research methodology.
Ans: A
71. One of the aims of the scientific method in research is to:
(A) improve data interpretation
(B) eliminate spurious relations
(C) confirm triangulation
(D) introduce new variables
Ans: B
72. The depth of any research can be judged by:
(A) title of the research.
(B) objectives of the research.
(C) total expenditure on the research.
(D) duration of the research.
Ans: B
73. The function of mass communication of supplying information regarding the processes, issues, events and societal developments is known as:
(A) content supply
(B) surveillance
(C) gratification
(D) correlation
Ans: A
74:-Which is not a characteristic of teaching ?
A:-An interactive process B:-Attitude of teacher is important
C:-A professional activity D:-A specialised task
Ans: B
75:-Identify an advantage of objective types.
A:-Standardisation is possible B:-Provide qualitative interpretation
C:-Measure originality and initiative D:-Measure conceptual calarity
Ans: A
76:-Which is not a professional development activity of teacher ?
A:-Publication of research articles in journals B:-Participation in orientation programmes
C:-Presentation of paper in seminars D:-Valuation of answer scripts
Ans: D
77:-'Scaffolding' and 'Zone of Proximal Development' are the terms associated with
A:-Behaviourism B:-Cognitivism
C:-Social constructivism D:-Discovery learning
Ans: C
78:-The inductive method in teaching indicates
A:-Presentation of whole area at first and focusing to special problems later
B:-Presenting the specific issues at first and gives general idea later
C:-Brain storming of ideas without preparation
D:-Demonstrating specific skills in teaching
Ans: B
79:-Identify a purely quantitative research
A:-Historical B:-Philosophical
C:-Survey D:-Case study
Ans: C
80:-In the process of research, 'Formulation of Hypothesis' is followed by
A:-Survey of Related Literature B:-Analysis of Data
C:-Collection of Data D:-Selection of Research Tools
Ans: D
81:-Interview schedule is a
A:-Research method B:-Measurement technique
C:-Tool for data collection D:-Data analysis technique
Ans: C
82:-The research in which the independent variables cannot be manipulated is
A:-Non-experimental research B:-Experimental research
C:-Fundamental research D:-Exploratory research
Ans: A
83:-Identify a secondary source for research
A:-Oral testimony B:-Report of an interview
C:-Remains D:-Original records
Ans: B
84:-Identify an advantage of objective type s.
A:-Standardisation is possible B:-Provide qualitative interpretation
C:-Measure originality and initiative D:-Measure conceptual calarity
Ans: A
85:-Which is not a professional development activity of teacher ?
A:-Publication of research articles in journals B:-Participation in orientation programmes
C:-Presentation of paper in seminars D:-Valuation of answer scripts
Ans: D
86:-'Scaffolding' and 'Zone of Proximal Development' are the terms associated with
A:-Behaviourism B:-Cognitivism C:-Social constructivism D:-Discovery learning
Ans: C
87:-The inductive method in teaching indicates
A:-Presentation of whole area at first and focusing to special problems later
B:-Presenting the specific issues at first and gives general idea later
C:-Brain storming of ideas without preparation
D:-Demonstrating specific skills in teaching
Ans: B
88:-Identify a purely quantitative research
A:-Historical B:-Philosophical C:-Survey D:-Case study
Ans: C
89:-In the process of research, 'Formulation of Hypothesis' is followed by
A:-Survey of Related Literature B:-Analysis of Data C:-Collection of Data D:-Selection of Research Tools
Ans: D
90:-Interview schedule is a
A:-Research method B:-Measurement technique C:-Tool for data collection D:-Data analysis technique
Ans: C
91:-The research in which the independent variables cannot be manipulated is
A:-Non-experimental research B:-Experimental research C:-Fundamental research D:-Exploratory research
Ans: A
92:-Identify a secondary source for research
A:-Oral testimony B:-Report of an interview C:-Remains D:-Original records
Ans: B
93. Assertion (A) : Edgar Dale’s ‘Cone of Experience’ is a tool for planning the use of audio visual aids.
Reason (R) : It classifies the audiovisual methods and materials on the basis of extent of learner’s participation in teaching learning process. Codes :
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Ans: A
94. Research and Development become the index of development of country. Which of the following reasons are true with regards to this statement :
(A) Because R&D targets the human development
(B) Because R&D can improvethe standard of living of the people in a country
(C) Because R&D reflect the true economic and social conditions prevailing in a country
(D) All of the above
Ans: D
95. Sampling is advantageous as it :
(A) Saves time (B) Helps in capital-saving
(C) Increases accuracy (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
96. The data of research is :
(A) Quantitative only (B) Qualitative only
(C) Neither A nor B (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
97. Tippit table refers to :
(A) Table used in sampling methods
(B) Table of random digits
(C) Table used in statistical Investigations
(D) All of the above
Ans: D
98. Who is an effective communicator :
(A) The one who is clear with what he says
(B) The one who is a humerous speaker
(C) The one who can speak in many languages
(D) The one with historic talents
Ans: A
99. For a teacher, which is the most important skill to posses :
(A) Covering the prescribed course
(B) Being regular
(C) Ensuring that the students are relaxed while teaching
(D) Making students understand what the teacher explains
Ans: D
100. ‘Ethnography’ describes :
(A) Culture (B) Way of life
(C) Progeny (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
(A) Synthesize new ideals
(B) Expound new principles
(C) Evaluate the existing material concerning research
(D) Study the existing literature regarding various topics
Ans: B
52. The study in which the investigators attempt to trace an effect is known as:
(A) Survey Research
(B) 'Ex-post Facto' Research
(C) Historical Research
(D) Summative Research
Ans: B
53. Press Council of India is located at:
(A) Chennai
(B) Mumbai
(C) Kolkata
(D) Delhi
Ans: D
54. Adjusting the photo for publication by cutting is technically known as:
(A) Photo cutting
(B) Photo bleeding
(C) Photo cropping
(D) Photo adjustment
Ans: C
55. Feed-back of a message comes from:
(A) Satellite
(B) Media
(C) Audience
(D) Communicator
Ans: A
56. Collection of information in advance before designing communication strategy is known as:
(A) Feed-back
(B) Feed-forward
(C) Research study
(D) Opinion poll
Ans: D
57. The aspect ratio of TV screen is:
(A) 4:3
(B) 4:2
(C) 3:5
(D) 2:3
Ans: A
58. Which is the number that comes next in the sequence?
9, 8, 8, 8, 7, 8, 6,
(A) 5
(B) 6
(C) 8
(D) 4
Ans: C
59. If in a certain language TRIVANDRUM is coded as 2 5 9 5 3 5 4 7 5 8, how would MADRAS be coded?
(A) 834536
(B) 834538
(C) 834530
(D) 834539
Ans: A
60. Which of the following statements are mutually contradictory?
(i) All flowers are not fragrant.
(ii) Most flowers are not fragrant.
(iii) None of the flowers is fragrant.
(iv) Most flowers are fragrant.
Choose the correct answer from the code given below:
Code:
(A) (i) and (ii)
(B) (i) and (iii)
(C) (ii) and (iii)
(D) (iii) and (iv)
Ans: D
61. Which of the following is the appropriate format of URL of e-mail?
(A) www_mail.com
(B) [email protected]
(C) [email protected]
(D) www.mail.com
Ans: B
62. Which of the following comprise teaching skill?
(A) Black Board writing
(B) Questioning
(C) Explaining
(D) All the above
Ans: D
63. Information and Communication Technology includes:
(A) On line learning
(B) Learning through the use of EDUSAT
(C) Web Based Learning
(D) All the above
Ans: D
64. Which of the following statements is most appropriate?
(A) Teachers can teach.
(B) Teachers help can create in a student a desire to learn.
(C) Lecture Method can be used for developing thinking.
(D) Teachers are born.
Ans: B
65. The first Indian chronicler of Indian history was:
(A) Megasthanese
(B) Fahiyan
(C) Huan Tsang
(D) Kalhan
Ans: D
66. Which of the following statements is correct?
(A) Syllabus is a part of curriculum.
(B) Syllabus is an annexure to curriculum.
(C) Curriculum is the same in all educational institutions affiliated to a particular university.
(D) Syllabus is not the same in all educational institutions affiliated to a particular university.
Ans: A
67. Which of the two given options is of the level of understanding?
(I) Define noun.
(II) Define noun in your own words.
(A) Only I
(B) Only II
(C) Both I and II
(D) Neither I nor II
Ans: B
68. Which of the following options are the main tasks of research in modern society?
(I) to keep pace with the advancement in knowledge.
(II) to discover new things.
(III) to write a critique on the earlier writings.
(IV) to systematically examine and critically analyse the investigations/sources with objectivity.
(A) IV, II and I
(B) I, II and III
(C) I and III
(D) II, III and IV
Ans: A
69. Match List-I (Interviews) with List-II (Meaning) and select the correct answer from the code given below:
List - I (Interviews) List - II (Meaning)
(a) structured interviews (i) greater flexibility approach
(b) Unstructured interviews (ii) attention on the questions to be answered
(c) Focused interviews (iii) individual life experience
(d) Clinical interviews (iv) Pre determined question
(v) non-directive
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
(A) (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
(B) (ii) (iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (v) (ii) (iv) (i)
(D) (i) (iii) (v) (iv)
Ans: A
70. What do you consider as the main aim of inter disciplinary research?
(A) To bring out holistic approach to research.
(B) To reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain.
(C) To over simplify the problem of research.
(D) To create a new trend in research methodology.
Ans: A
71. One of the aims of the scientific method in research is to:
(A) improve data interpretation
(B) eliminate spurious relations
(C) confirm triangulation
(D) introduce new variables
Ans: B
72. The depth of any research can be judged by:
(A) title of the research.
(B) objectives of the research.
(C) total expenditure on the research.
(D) duration of the research.
Ans: B
73. The function of mass communication of supplying information regarding the processes, issues, events and societal developments is known as:
(A) content supply
(B) surveillance
(C) gratification
(D) correlation
Ans: A
74:-Which is not a characteristic of teaching ?
A:-An interactive process B:-Attitude of teacher is important
C:-A professional activity D:-A specialised task
Ans: B
75:-Identify an advantage of objective types.
A:-Standardisation is possible B:-Provide qualitative interpretation
C:-Measure originality and initiative D:-Measure conceptual calarity
Ans: A
76:-Which is not a professional development activity of teacher ?
A:-Publication of research articles in journals B:-Participation in orientation programmes
C:-Presentation of paper in seminars D:-Valuation of answer scripts
Ans: D
77:-'Scaffolding' and 'Zone of Proximal Development' are the terms associated with
A:-Behaviourism B:-Cognitivism
C:-Social constructivism D:-Discovery learning
Ans: C
78:-The inductive method in teaching indicates
A:-Presentation of whole area at first and focusing to special problems later
B:-Presenting the specific issues at first and gives general idea later
C:-Brain storming of ideas without preparation
D:-Demonstrating specific skills in teaching
Ans: B
79:-Identify a purely quantitative research
A:-Historical B:-Philosophical
C:-Survey D:-Case study
Ans: C
80:-In the process of research, 'Formulation of Hypothesis' is followed by
A:-Survey of Related Literature B:-Analysis of Data
C:-Collection of Data D:-Selection of Research Tools
Ans: D
81:-Interview schedule is a
A:-Research method B:-Measurement technique
C:-Tool for data collection D:-Data analysis technique
Ans: C
82:-The research in which the independent variables cannot be manipulated is
A:-Non-experimental research B:-Experimental research
C:-Fundamental research D:-Exploratory research
Ans: A
83:-Identify a secondary source for research
A:-Oral testimony B:-Report of an interview
C:-Remains D:-Original records
Ans: B
84:-Identify an advantage of objective type s.
A:-Standardisation is possible B:-Provide qualitative interpretation
C:-Measure originality and initiative D:-Measure conceptual calarity
Ans: A
85:-Which is not a professional development activity of teacher ?
A:-Publication of research articles in journals B:-Participation in orientation programmes
C:-Presentation of paper in seminars D:-Valuation of answer scripts
Ans: D
86:-'Scaffolding' and 'Zone of Proximal Development' are the terms associated with
A:-Behaviourism B:-Cognitivism C:-Social constructivism D:-Discovery learning
Ans: C
87:-The inductive method in teaching indicates
A:-Presentation of whole area at first and focusing to special problems later
B:-Presenting the specific issues at first and gives general idea later
C:-Brain storming of ideas without preparation
D:-Demonstrating specific skills in teaching
Ans: B
88:-Identify a purely quantitative research
A:-Historical B:-Philosophical C:-Survey D:-Case study
Ans: C
89:-In the process of research, 'Formulation of Hypothesis' is followed by
A:-Survey of Related Literature B:-Analysis of Data C:-Collection of Data D:-Selection of Research Tools
Ans: D
90:-Interview schedule is a
A:-Research method B:-Measurement technique C:-Tool for data collection D:-Data analysis technique
Ans: C
91:-The research in which the independent variables cannot be manipulated is
A:-Non-experimental research B:-Experimental research C:-Fundamental research D:-Exploratory research
Ans: A
92:-Identify a secondary source for research
A:-Oral testimony B:-Report of an interview C:-Remains D:-Original records
Ans: B
93. Assertion (A) : Edgar Dale’s ‘Cone of Experience’ is a tool for planning the use of audio visual aids.
Reason (R) : It classifies the audiovisual methods and materials on the basis of extent of learner’s participation in teaching learning process. Codes :
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Ans: A
94. Research and Development become the index of development of country. Which of the following reasons are true with regards to this statement :
(A) Because R&D targets the human development
(B) Because R&D can improvethe standard of living of the people in a country
(C) Because R&D reflect the true economic and social conditions prevailing in a country
(D) All of the above
Ans: D
95. Sampling is advantageous as it :
(A) Saves time (B) Helps in capital-saving
(C) Increases accuracy (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
96. The data of research is :
(A) Quantitative only (B) Qualitative only
(C) Neither A nor B (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
97. Tippit table refers to :
(A) Table used in sampling methods
(B) Table of random digits
(C) Table used in statistical Investigations
(D) All of the above
Ans: D
98. Who is an effective communicator :
(A) The one who is clear with what he says
(B) The one who is a humerous speaker
(C) The one who can speak in many languages
(D) The one with historic talents
Ans: A
99. For a teacher, which is the most important skill to posses :
(A) Covering the prescribed course
(B) Being regular
(C) Ensuring that the students are relaxed while teaching
(D) Making students understand what the teacher explains
Ans: D
100. ‘Ethnography’ describes :
(A) Culture (B) Way of life
(C) Progeny (D) Both (A) and (B)
Ans: D
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