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1301.

What should be the role of teacher in meeting the individual differences: [PTET-2014-I]

A. Try to know the abilities, interest & aptitude of individuals
B. Try to adjust the curriculum as per the needs of individuals
C. Both [a] & [b]
D. None of these
Answer» D. None of these
1302.

Which of the following does not belong to the categories of Copying strategies that women commonly engaged in: [PTET-2014-I]

A. Acceptance
B. Resistance
C. Revolution
D. Adaptation
Answer» D. Adaptation
1303.

"Thinking is mental activity in its cognitive aspect." Whose definition of thinking is this one? [UPTET-2014-II]

A. Warren
B. Ross
C. Valentine
D. Skinner
Answer» C. Valentine
1304.

Which of the following is the true statement in reference to intelligence: [PTET-2014-I]

A. Intelligence is the ability to adjust
B. Intelligence is the ability to learn
C. Intelligence is the ability of Abstract Reasoning
D. All of these
Answer» E.
1305.

Interest has a relationship with [UPTET-2014-II]

A. Ability
B. Attention
C. Both above
D. None of these
Answer» C. Both above
1306.

The following are the marks obtained by seven students: 40, 38, 36, 50, 51, 54, 23 [UPTET-2014-II] Median of the above will be

A. 36
B. 50
C. 40
D. 23
Answer» D. 23
1307.

On the basis of Child Psychology, which statement is appropriate? [UPTET-2014-I]

A. All the children are homogeneous.
B. Some children are homogeneous.
C. Some children are unique.
D. Every child is unique.
Answer» E.
1308.

Thinking is a mental activity in its cognitive aspect.' This statement is given by [UPTET-2014-I]

A. Dewey
B. Guilford
C. Cruze
D. Ross
Answer» E.
1309.

Gifted students will realize their potential when [CTET-2012-II]

A. they learn with other students
B. they are segregated from other students
C. they attend private coaching classes
D. they are tested frequently
Answer» B. they are segregated from other students
1310.

In personality as well as intelligence heredity plays [RTET-2011-II]

A. a nominal role
B. a great role
C. unpredictable role
D. fascinating role
Answer» B. a great role
1311.

Which of the following statements best shows the mental health of a person? [RTET-2011-II]

A. Full expression, harmonization & goal direction
B. Lack of mental disorders
C. Free of personality disorders
D. All of these
Answer» B. Lack of mental disorders
1312.

Ability of knowing the meaning of problem, weaknesses and gaps related to environment is a characteristic of [RTET-2011-II]

A. Gifted children
B. Average children
C. Creative children
D. None of them
Answer» D. None of them
1313.

According to this psychologist intelligent people may have intelligent ancestors [APTET-May.-2018-II]

A. Galton
B. Watson
C. Boring
D. Woodworth
Answer» D. Woodworth
1314.

Intellectual resource among the following [APTET-May. -2018-I]

A. Scientists
B. Waterfalls
C. Farm fields
D. Zoo
Answer» B. Waterfalls
1315.

Who propounded the two-factor theory of intelligence? [UPTET-2017-I]

A. Thorndike
B. Spearman
C. Vernon
D. Stern
Answer» C. Vernon
1316.

The formula for calculating IQ is [UPTET-2017-I]

A. Mental age \[\times \] Chronological age
B. \[\frac{Chronological\text{ }age}{Mental\text{ }age}\]
C. \[\frac{Mental\text{ }age}{Chronological\text{ }age}\times 100\]
D. Chronological age \[+\] Mental age
Answer» D. Chronological age \[+\] Mental age
1317.

Match the following in the light of Howard Gardner's theory of Multiple Intelligence : [CTET-Sept.-2016-II] Type of Intelligence End State [a] Musical (i) Therapist [b] Linguistic (ii) Poet [c] Interpersonal (iii) Athlete [d] Spatial (iv) Violinist (v) Sculptor

A. A\[\to \](iv), B\[\to \](ii), C\[\to \](v), D\[\to \](iii)
B. A\[\to \](v), B\[\to \](ii), C\[\to \](vi), D\[\to \] (i)
C. A\[\to \](ii), B\[\to \](iv), C\[\to \](i), D\[\to \](v)
D. A\[\to \](iv), B\[\to \](ii), C\[\to \](i), D\[\to \](v)
Answer» E.
1318.

Knowing the naive conceptions that students bring to the classroom : [CTET-Sept.-2016-Il]

A. hampers the teacher's planning and teaching
B. pulls down the teacher's morale since it increases his work
C. does not serve any purpose of the teacher
D. helps the teacher to plan teaching more meaningfully
Answer» E.
1319.

To cater to individual differences in his classroom, a teacher should : [CTET-Sept.-2016-I]

A. have uniform and standard ways of teaching and assessment
B. segregate and label children based on their marks
C. engage in a dialogue with students and value their perspectives
D. impose strict rules upon his students
Answer» D. impose strict rules upon his students
1320.

There are vast differences among the students. Of these, a teacher needs to be sensitive to [CTET-Feb.-2016-II] I. differences based on cognitive capabilities and learning levels. II. Differences based on diversity of language, caste, gender, religion, community. Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. Only I
B. Neither I nor II
C. Only II
D. Both I and II
Answer» E.
1321.

Language ...... thought processes. [CTET-fe6.-2016-II]

A. does not influence the
B. cannot determine the
C. totally governs our
D. has an influence on our
Answer» E.
1322.

The rationale behind inclusive education is that

A. the benchmarks for performance of each child should be uniform and standardized.
B. society is heterogeneous and schools need to be inclusive to cater to heterogeneous society.
C. we need to take pity on special children and provide them access to facilities.
D. it is not cost-effective to provide for separate schools for special children.
Answer» C. we need to take pity on special children and provide them access to facilities.
1323.

Research has pointed out that several levels of discrimination exist in the schools. Which of these is not an example of discrimination at upper primary level?

A. Teachers have low expectations of children from lower socio-economic strata.
B. Many teachers use only lecture method to teach.
C. Dalit children are made to sit separately during mid-day meals.
D. Girls are not encouraged to take up maths and science.
Answer» C. Dalit children are made to sit separately during mid-day meals.
1324.

Reducing the time allotted to complete an assignment to make it coincide with time of attention and increasing this time in a phased manner will be best suited to deal with which of the following disorders ?

A. Disruptive behavior disorder
B. Dysphasia
C. Sensory integration disorder
D. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
Answer» E.
1325.

Slow learners whose educational attainment falls below their natural abilities are labeled as:

A. backward
B. gifted
C. juvenile delinquent
D. mentally retarded
Answer» E.
1326.

Which one of the following cues does NOT indicate visual problems in the children?

A. difficulty in following direction
B. frowning
C. stumbling
D. unable to estimate distance
Answer» D. unable to estimate distance
1327.

Vygotsky proposed that Child Development is:

A. Due to genetic components of a culture
B. A product of social interaction
C. A product of formal education
D. A product of assimilation & accommodation
Answer» C. A product of formal education
1328.

Which of following is the cause of birth disorders?

A. Dominant & recessive transmission of genetic defects
B. Sex-linked inheritance of genetically-based diseases.
C. Chromosomal abnormalities & mutations
D. All of the above
Answer» E.
1329.

Communication between the classroom teacher and special education personnel should begin

A. any time after the first day of class.
B. before students are placed in the classroom.
C. at the time that students are placed in the classroom.
D. after students are placed in the classroom.
Answer» C. at the time that students are placed in the classroom.
1330.

Which of the following statements are true regarding the use of computers for instructing exceptional students? (1) Computers can help individualize instruction in terms of method of delivery and level of instruction. (2) Computers can give immediate feedback and emphasize the active role of students in learning. (3) Computers can hold the attention of learners who are easily distracted. (4) Computer instruction is motivating and patient.

A. 1, 3, and 4 (not 2).
B. All four statements.
C. 1, 2, and 3 (not 4).
D. 2 and 4 (not 1 and 3).
Answer» C. 1, 2, and 3 (not 4).
1331.

Research shows that the number of individuals who need special education services could be greatly reduced if

A. There were more special education teachers trained as general education teachers.
B. All those who need special services were identified.
C. Programmed instruction was used to teach all students.
D. Prevention and early intervention programs were widely applied.
Answer» E.
1332.

Research shows that individuals with mild retardation who are placed in regular classrooms

A. perform at the same level as the typical student
B. learn more than they would if placed in special classrooms
C. learn about the same as they would if placed in special classrooms
D. learn less than they would if placed in special classrooms
Answer» C. learn about the same as they would if placed in special classrooms
1333.

Someone who supports full inclusion would advocate

A. hiring only teachers who are certified in special education.
B. Keeping students with disabilities in separate classes for an entire day
C. Mainstreaming without pull out
D. Use of pull-out strategies as the primary intervention
Answer» D. Use of pull-out strategies as the primary intervention
1334.

"It is the duty of mankind to give the best to the children" - UNO proclaimed it on [TNTET-2011-I]

A. 25430
B. 25313
C. 21717
D. November 20,1959
Answer» E.
1335.

Which article enjoins that "All minorities whether based on religion or language shall have the right to establish & administer education institutions of their choice" [PTET-2011-I]

A. Article 29(1)
B. Article 29 (2)
C. Article 30(1)
D. Article 30 (2)
Answer» C. Article 30(1)
1336.

You have been told to accommodate two mentally retarded children in your class. You will [UPTET-2011-I]

A. refuse to accept them as your students
B. tell the principal to accommodate them in another class exclusively for mentally retarded children
C. learn techniques to teach such students
D. none of these
Answer» D. none of these
1337.

Among the following 'Educable mentally retarded' are [APTET-May. -2018-I]

A. Profound mentally retarded
B. Severe mentally retarded
C. Moderate mentally retarded
D. Mild mentally retarded
Answer» E.
1338.

One of the following is a reason for mental ill health in students [APTET-May.-2018-I]

A. Pleasant school atmosphere
B. Over burdened learning programs
C. Flexible examination system
D. Healthy habits of students
Answer» C. Flexible examination system
1339.

Inclusion of children with special needs : [CTET-Sept.-2016-I]

A. is an unrealistic goal
B. is detrimental to children without disabilities
C. will increase the burden on schools
D. requires a change in attitude, content and approach to teaching
Answer» E.
1340.

Which one of the following philosophical perspectives needs to be followed to deal with children with special needs? [CTET-Feb.-2016-II]

A. They do not need any education at all.
B. They have a right to inclusive education and study in regular schools.
C. They should be segregated and put in separate educational institutions.
D. They should be given only vocational training.
Answer» C. They should be segregated and put in separate educational institutions.
1341.

Children with learning disability [CTET-Feb.-2016-II]

A. are very wise and mature.
B. are very active, but have a low IQ.
C. cannot learn anything.
D. struggle with some aspects of learning.
Answer» E.
1342.

A teacher has a 'hearing impaired' child in her middle school class. It is important for her to [CTET-Feb.-2016-II]

A. make the child sit at a place from where she can see the teacher's lips and facial expressions clearly.
B. ask the school counsellor to talk to the child's parents and tell them to withdraw their child from school.
C. keep pointing to what the child cannot do over and over again.
D. ridicule the child and make her sit separately so that she joins an institution for hearing impaired.
Answer» B. ask the school counsellor to talk to the child's parents and tell them to withdraw their child from school.
1343.

A child who can see partially [CTET-Feb.-2016-II]

A. should be put in a 'regular' school with no special provisions.
B. should not be given education, since it is not of any use to him.
C. needs to be put in a separate institution.
D. should be put in a 'regular' school while making special provisions.
Answer» E.
1344.

Which one of the following behaviors is an identifier of a child with learning disability? [CTET-Feb.-2016-I]

A. Frequent mood swings
B. Abusive behaviour
C. Writing V as 'd'/ 'was' as 'saw', '21' as '12'
D. Low attention span and high physical activity
Answer» D. Low attention span and high physical activity
1345.

Deficiency in the ability to write, associated with impaired handwriting, is a symptom of [CTET-Feb.-2015-I]

A. Dysgraphia
B. Dyspraxia
C. Dyscalculia
D. Dyslexia
Answer» B. Dyspraxia
1346.

Students of disadvantaged groups should be taught along with the normal students. It implies [CTET-Feb.-2015-I]

A. Inclusive Education
B. Special Education
C. Integrated Education
D. Exclusive Education
Answer» B. Special Education
1347.

The best way to increase the chances of learning disabled students to lead a full and productive life, is by [CTET-Sep.-2014-II]

A. focusing on weaknesses of such students
B. maintaining a high expectation from such students
C. teaching a variety of skills and strategies that can be applied across a range of contexts
D. encouraging these children to define their own goals
Answer» D. encouraging these children to define their own goals
1348.

Which of the following may be the best way to deal with an inattentive child in the classroom? [CTET-Feb.-2014-II]

A. Nag the child as frequently in front of the class to make her/him realize
B. Make the child sit in the most distraction- reduced area
C. Allow the child to stand while 'working so as to enable the child to focus attention
D. Provide the child frequent breaks to refresh her/his attention
Answer» C. Allow the child to stand while 'working so as to enable the child to focus attention
1349.

Learning disabilities are [CTET-Feb.-2014-II]

A. objective facts and culture has no role in determining them
B. synonymous with dyslexia
C. also present in children with average or above average IQ
D. not immutable irrespective of time and nature of interventions
Answer» D. not immutable irrespective of time and nature of interventions
1350.

An inclusive classroom is that where [CTET-Feb.-2014-II]

A. assessments are repeated till the time every learner achieves minimum grades
B. teachers teach from only prescribed books to lessen the burden of the students
C. there is an active involvement of children in solving as many problems as possible
D. teachers create diverse and meaningful learning experiences for every learner
Answer» E.