Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason RAssertion A): The quality of reflection is determined by the ability to match teaching behaviour to the established codesReason R): In technical approach to reflection propositional knowledge is reflected upon and then applied to practiceIn the light of the above Statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Both A) and R) are true and R) is the correct explanation of A)

Both A) and R) are true but R) is not the correct explanation of A)

Child's symptoms when, he/she can not stay focused on a task, act impulsively, ignoring social rules, and lashing out with hostility when frustrated, is an indication of:

Attention - deficit hyperactivity disorder

Given below are two statementsStatement I: Yoga is the union of the body with the mind and the mind with the soulStatement II: Both value education and environmental education can be integral to yoga programmes being conducted at the school/college-levelIn light of the above statement, chosen the most appropriate answer from the option given below

Both statement I and statement II are false

Both statement I and statement II are true

Both statement I and statement II are false

Statement I is correct but statement II is false

Statement I is incorrect but statement II is true

Match the following values with their distinguishing function: List Iaction List IIDiscipline (A) Sacrifice(i)Working in a stipulated time (B)Sincerity(ii)Confinement of individual mind on the action (C)Self-control(iii)Showing love and affection (D)Altruism(iv)Helping without selfish motivesChoose the correct option from those given below:

(A) - (iii), (B) - (iv), (C) - (i), (D) - (ii)

(A) - (ii), (B) - (i), (C) - (iv), (D) - (iii)

(A) - (iv), (B) - (i), (C) - (ii), (D) - (iii)

(A) - (iii), (B) - (iv), (C) - (i), (D) - (ii)

(A) - (i), (B) - (iii), (C) - (ii), (D) - (iv)

Inclusion in schools primarily aims to

fulfill the educational needs of the illiterate parents

meet the need of the disabled child at the expense of entire class

make provisions for special category children

According to experts which one is most appropriate to identify the gifted learner?

Personal Observation of the teacher

A teacher can address the needs of specially-abled learners in an inclusive classroom by-

emphasizing practice and drill and using paper-pencil tests for assessment.

following uniform ways of instructing the students.

giving a lot of written homework and stressing on copying of answers from other 'bright students'.

developing specific learning objectives based on an analysis of each student's learning strengths and weaknesses.

difficulty in grasping spoken language

Hearing impaired children exhibit:

barriers in communication by language

barriers in individuals self-care skills

A teacher can encourage creative learners in her classroom by

discouraging the students from taking risks and undertaking challenges.

emphasizing convergent thinking.

discouraging divergent thinking.

encouraging multiple perspectives and appreciating original ideas.

discouraging the students from taking risks and undertaking challenges.

Learning disability can be appropriately defined as

It is extrinsic and due to emotional disturbance.

It is extrinsic and due to educational & cultural deprivation.

It is intrinsic and due to central nervous system dysfunction.

It is extrinsic and due to emotional disturbance.

It is intrinsic and due to mental retardation.

In order to address the needs of students who are facing learning difficulties, a teacher should NOT

use multiple audio-visual aids.

use constructive pedagogical approaches.

do individualized educational planning.

practice rigid structures for pedagogy and assessment

use multiple audio-visual aids.

A learning disability that involves difficulty in handwriting is called

Attention deficit hyperactive disorder

independent in their judgements

Given below are two statements:Statement I: To improve preservice teacher education programme the aspirants for teaching profession be screened for their aptitude in teachingStatement II: Faculty improvement programme for teachers should be regularized to improve preservice teacher education.In the light of the above Statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

Both Statement I and Statement II are true

Both Statement I and Statement II are false

Statement I is correct but Statement II is false

Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

Inclusion means the process of ________.

educating children with SEN in mainstream schools but in different classes

educating children with SEN alongside their peers in mainstream schools

educating children with SEN in mainstream schools but in different classes

educating children with SEN with the same curriculum in special schools

educating children with SEN in special schools with different curriculum

In an Inclusive classroom emphasis should be on

segregation of students based on their social identity.

providing opportunities aiming at maximizing potential of individual children.

A student is 'Exceptional' when his performance is significantly _______.

Above or below the average student

381 + Mcqs in Education in Current Affairs Page 6 McqOptions

251.	Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason RAssertion A): The quality of reflection is determined by the ability to match teaching behaviour to the established codesReason R): In technical approach to reflection propositional knowledge is reflected upon and then applied to practiceIn the light of the above Statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.	Both A) and R) are true and R) is the correct explanation of A)
B.	Both A) and R) are true but R) is not the correct explanation of A)
C.	is true but R) is false
D.	is false but R) is true
Answer» C. is true but R) is false

Discussion

252.	If the students of disadvantaged group are taught along with normal students, then it will be called
A.	special education
B.	inclusive education
C.	integrated education
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. integrated education

Discussion

253.	Child's symptoms when, he/she can not stay focused on a task, act impulsively, ignoring social rules, and lashing out with hostility when frustrated, is an indication of:
A.	Attention - deficit hyperactivity disorder
B.	Slow learner
C.	Mentally retardation
D.	Amnesia
Answer» B. Slow learner

Discussion

254.	Given below are two statementsStatement I: Yoga is the union of the body with the mind and the mind with the soulStatement II: Both value education and environmental education can be integral to yoga programmes being conducted at the school/college-levelIn light of the above statement, chosen the most appropriate answer from the option given below
A.	Both statement I and statement II are true
B.	Both statement I and statement II are false
C.	Statement I is correct but statement II is false
D.	Statement I is incorrect but statement II is true
Answer» B. Both statement I and statement II are false

Discussion

255.	Match the following values with their distinguishing function: List Iaction List IIDiscipline (A) Sacrifice(i)Working in a stipulated time (B)Sincerity(ii)Confinement of individual mind on the action (C)Self-control(iii)Showing love and affection (D)Altruism(iv)Helping without selfish motivesChoose the correct option from those given below:
A.	(A) - (ii), (B) - (i), (C) - (iv), (D) - (iii)
B.	(A) - (iv), (B) - (i), (C) - (ii), (D) - (iii)
C.	(A) - (iii), (B) - (iv), (C) - (i), (D) - (ii)
D.	(A) - (i), (B) - (iii), (C) - (ii), (D) - (iv)
Answer» C. (A) - (iii), (B) - (iv), (C) - (i), (D) - (ii)

Discussion

256.	Inclusion in schools primarily aims to
A.	fulfill the educational needs of the illiterate parents
B.	meet the need of the disabled child at the expense of entire class
C.	make provisions for special category children
D.	None of the above
Answer» E.

Discussion

257.	Exceptional children are
A.	Mentally retarded children
B.	Gifted children
C.	Both (1) and (2)
D.	None of the above
Answer» D. None of the above

Discussion

258.	According to experts which one is most appropriate to identify the gifted learner?
A.	Intelligent Test
B.	Achievement Test
C.	Aptitude Test
D.	Personal Observation of the teacher
Answer» E.

Discussion

259.	Disability to read and write is
A.	autism
B.	dyslexia
C.	dyspraxia
D.	apraxia
Answer» C. dyspraxia

Discussion

260.	'National Institute of Orthopaedically handicapped' is situated in
A.	Dehradun
B.	Mumbai
C.	Kolkata
D.	Secunderabad
Answer» D. Secunderabad

Discussion

261.	Down's syndrome is generally observed in
A.	feebleminded children
B.	gifted children
C.	economically backward children
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. gifted children

Discussion

262.	A teacher can address the needs of specially-abled learners in an inclusive classroom by-
A.	emphasizing practice and drill and using paper-pencil tests for assessment.
B.	following uniform ways of instructing the students.
C.	giving a lot of written homework and stressing on copying of answers from other 'bright students'.
D.	developing specific learning objectives based on an analysis of each student's learning strengths and weaknesses.
Answer» E.

Discussion

263.	Dyslexia is associated with:
A.	Mental discoreder
B.	Reading disorder
C.	Behavioural disorder
D.	Mathematical discorder
Answer» C. Behavioural disorder

Discussion

264.	In order to be able to understand how children grow and learn, teacher-trainees should be exposed to a course in
A.	Educational Administration
B.	Educational Philosophy
C.	Educational Psychology
D.	Educational Sociology
Answer» D. Educational Sociology

Discussion

265.	'Dysgraphia' means
A.	difficulty in reading
B.	difficulty in writing
C.	difficulty in grasping spoken language
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. difficulty in grasping spoken language

Discussion

266.	List I gives stages development of values while List II their outcomes Match List I with List II:List I(Stage of development of values)List II(Outcomes)a) Stage Ii) Value collection through invitationb) Stage IIii) Inner evaluationc) Stage IIIiii) Value consolidationd) Stage IViv) Value clarification Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.	a-ii, b-iii, c-i, d-iv
B.	a-i, b-ii, c-iv, d-iii
C.	a-iv, b-i, c-iii, d-ii
D.	a-iii, b-iv, c-ii, d-i
Answer» C. a-iv, b-i, c-iii, d-ii

Discussion

267.	Loss of memory power is referred to as ___________
A.	adipsia
B.	amnesia
C.	agnosia
D.	aphasia
Answer» C. agnosia

Discussion

268.	A school may accommodate a student with visual impairment by providing of large print textbook. This method is called
A.	isolation accommodation
B.	presentation accommodation
C.	inclusion accommodation
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. inclusion accommodation

Discussion

269.	Hearing impaired children exhibit:
A.	barriers in communication by language
B.	barriers in moving around
C.	barriers in individuals self-care skills
D.	barriers in tactile skills
Answer» B. barriers in moving around

Discussion

270.	A teacher can encourage creative learners in her classroom by
A.	emphasizing convergent thinking.
B.	discouraging divergent thinking.
C.	encouraging multiple perspectives and appreciating original ideas.
D.	discouraging the students from taking risks and undertaking challenges.
Answer» D. discouraging the students from taking risks and undertaking challenges.

Discussion

271.	Learning disability can be appropriately defined as
A.	It is extrinsic and due to educational & cultural deprivation.
B.	It is intrinsic and due to central nervous system dysfunction.
C.	It is extrinsic and due to emotional disturbance.
D.	It is intrinsic and due to mental retardation.
Answer» C. It is extrinsic and due to emotional disturbance.

Discussion

272.	Out of following which is not the enrichment programme for Gifted children?
A.	Enrichment of curriculum
B.	Grade acceleration
C.	Arrangement of special classes
D.	Special residential school
Answer» E.

Discussion

273.	A consists of a mental process of analysing or evaluating information, particularly statements or propositions that people have offered as true. It forms a process of reflecting upon the meaning of statements, examining the offered evidence and reasoning and forming judgments about the facts.
A.	Creative thinking
B.	Critical thinking
C.	Problem solving
D.	Decision making
Answer» C. Problem solving

Discussion

274.	Co-operative learning and peer-tutoring _______ in an inclusive classroom.
A.	Should be actively discouraged
B.	Should be occasionally used
C.	Should not be used
D.	Should be actively promoted
Answer» E.

Discussion

275.	In order to address the needs of students who are facing learning difficulties, a teacher should NOT
A.	use constructive pedagogical approaches.
B.	do individualized educational planning.
C.	practice rigid structures for pedagogy and assessment
D.	use multiple audio-visual aids.
Answer» D. use multiple audio-visual aids.

Discussion

276.	A learning disability that involves difficulty in handwriting is called
A.	Dyslexia
B.	Dyscalculia
C.	Dysgraphia
D.	Attention deficit hyperactive disorder
Answer» D. Attention deficit hyperactive disorder

Discussion

277.	An example of a severe emotional disturbance would be
A.	Not speaking
B.	Crying
C.	Talking back
D.	Social withdrawal
Answer» E.

Discussion

278.	Gifted children are
A.	non-assertive of their needs
B.	independent in their judgements
C.	independent of teachers
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. independent of teachers

Discussion

279.	‘Enuresis’ in a child of above 5 years is a
A.	cognitive disorder
B.	behavioural problem
C.	normal behaviour
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. normal behaviour

Discussion

280.	For which group of learners, sign-language method is the most appropriate?
A.	Visually impaired
B.	Hearing impaired
C.	Mentally retareded
D.	Physically disabled
Answer» C. Mentally retareded

Discussion

281.	Given below are two statements:Statement I: To improve preservice teacher education programme the aspirants for teaching profession be screened for their aptitude in teachingStatement II: Faculty improvement programme for teachers should be regularized to improve preservice teacher education.In the light of the above Statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.	Both Statement I and Statement II are true
B.	Both Statement I and Statement II are false
C.	Statement I is correct but Statement II is false
D.	Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
Answer» D. Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true

Discussion

282.	At the district level which of the following institution has been entrusted with the responsibility of in-service teacher-education for primary and elementary schools?
A.	CTEs
B.	IASEs
C.	SCERTs
D.	DIETs
Answer» E.

Discussion

283.	Inclusion means the process of ________.
A.	educating children with SEN alongside their peers in mainstream schools
B.	educating children with SEN in mainstream schools but in different classes
C.	educating children with SEN with the same curriculum in special schools
D.	educating children with SEN in special schools with different curriculum
Answer» B. educating children with SEN in mainstream schools but in different classes

Discussion

284.	For identification of gifted children, we should not use
A.	test for measuring SQ
B.	test for measuring IQ
C.	test for measuring personality
D.	None of them
Answer» D. None of them

Discussion

285.	National Programme for Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) was initiated by the MHRD in 2003 to enhance the quality in
A.	Medical education
B.	Agriculture education
C.	Engineering education
D.	Legal education
Answer» D. Legal education

Discussion

286.	From the following list, identify those which will describe the characteristics of a slow learner.(i) They lack concentration.(ii) They are impulsive and hyperactive.(iii) They have negative attitude towards learning.(iv) They are aggressive and unapologetic.(v) They face difficulty in linking new information.Choose the correct answer from the code given below :
A.	(i), (iii) and (iv)
B.	(ii), (iii) and (v)
C.	(i), (iii) and (v)
D.	(iii), (iv) and (v)
Answer» C. (i), (iii) and (v)

Discussion

287.	Creativity is related with
A.	convergent thinking
B.	divergent thinking
C.	Both (1)and (2)
D.	None of the above
Answer» C. Both (1)and (2)

Discussion

288.	As per National Sample Survey, what percentage of our population is counted as disabled?
A.	8 percent
B.	2.8 percent
C.	4 percent
D.	2.2 percent
Answer» E.

Discussion

289.	In an Inclusive classroom emphasis should be on
A.	undifferentiated instructions
B.	segregation of students based on their social identity.
C.	providing opportunities aiming at maximizing potential of individual children.
D.	performance oriented goals.
Answer» D. performance oriented goals.

Discussion

290.	A student is 'Exceptional' when his performance is significantly _______.
A.	Similar to the average student
B.	Above the average student
C.	Above or below the average student
D.	Below the average student
Answer» D. Below the average student

Discussion

291.	Phenylketonuria (PKU), which may lead to mental retardation, is a
A.	metabolic disorder
B.	personality disorder
C.	psychological disorder
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. personality disorder

Discussion

292.	Identify values especially related to organizational ethos from the list given below:i) Teamwork in the approachii) The productivity of the tasksiii) Changes in the global contentsiv) Financial securityv) Humility in dealing with other concernsvi) Technological resourcesChoose your answer from the following options:
A.	i, iii and vi
B.	iii, iv and v
C.	ii, iii and iv
D.	i, ii and v
Answer» E.

Discussion

293.	A creative child is who
A.	stands first in the class
B.	have creative behaviour
C.	have good behaviour
D.	have good memory power
Answer» C. have good behaviour

Discussion

294.	Learning disabled children are mostly ___________.
A.	aggressive
B.	organised
C.	consistent
D.	under achievers
Answer» E.

Discussion

295.	Learning disability in motor skills is called
A.	dyscalculia
B.	dyslexia
C.	dysphasia
D.	None of the above
Answer» E.

Discussion

296.	For education of CWSN (Children With Special Needs), the concept of Inclusive Education as laid down in SSA was based upon
A.	Integration Model
B.	Medical Model
C.	Multi-Option Model
D.	International Model
Answer» D. International Model

Discussion

297.	Match the models of teacher education in List I with the description in List IIList IModels of teacher educationList IIDescriptiona) Compentency basedi) Participants explore academic content by posing and investigating questionb) Behaviouristicii) Knowledge and skills are developed by observationc) Inquiry orientediii) Principle of operant conditioning used for teacher training iv) Participants become proficient through demonstrating mastery Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A.	a-iv, b-iii, c-i
B.	a-ii, b-i, c-iv
C.	a-iii, b-ii, c-i
D.	a-i, b-iii, c-ii
Answer» B. a-ii, b-i, c-iv

Discussion

298.	A strategy that hides or blends politically correct social philosophies and matching activities into the basic content of the curriculum is known as:
A.	infusion
B.	inclusion
C.	facilitation
D.	evaluation
Answer» B. inclusion

Discussion

299.	In a classroom situation, the total number of blind students should be
A.	4-6
B.	7-9
C.	10-12
D.	None of the above
Answer» D. None of the above

Discussion

300.	Choose the most appropriate option.Sensitizing peers is one of the methods to reduce _______ in an inclusive school.
A.	Gender issues
B.	Curriculum modifications
C.	Chaotic environment
D.	Bullying
Answer» E.

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in Current Affairs.

If the students of disadvantaged group are taught along with normal students, then it will be called

Child's symptoms when, he/she can not stay focused on a task, act impulsively, ignoring social rules, and lashing out with hostility when frustrated, is an indication of:

Inclusion in schools primarily aims to

Exceptional children are

According to experts which one is most appropriate to identify the gifted learner?

Disability to read and write is

'National Institute of Orthopaedically handicapped' is situated in

Down's syndrome is generally observed in

A teacher can address the needs of specially-abled learners in an inclusive classroom by-

Dyslexia is associated with:

In order to be able to understand how children grow and learn, teacher-trainees should be exposed to a course in

'Dysgraphia' means

Loss of memory power is referred to as ___________

A school may accommodate a student with visual impairment by providing of large print textbook. This method is called

Hearing impaired children exhibit:

A teacher can encourage creative learners in her classroom by

Learning disability can be appropriately defined as

Out of following which is not the enrichment programme for Gifted children?

A consists of a mental process of analysing or evaluating information, particularly statements or propositions that people have offered as true. It forms a process of reflecting upon the meaning of statements, examining the offered evidence and reasoning and forming judgments about the facts.

Co-operative learning and peer-tutoring _______ in an inclusive classroom.

In order to address the needs of students who are facing learning difficulties, a teacher should NOT

A learning disability that involves difficulty in handwriting is called

An example of a severe emotional disturbance would be

Gifted children are

‘Enuresis’ in a child of above 5 years is a

For which group of learners, sign-language method is the most appropriate?

At the district level which of the following institution has been entrusted with the responsibility of in-service teacher-education for primary and elementary schools?

Inclusion means the process of ________.

For identification of gifted children, we should not use

National Programme for Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) was initiated by the MHRD in 2003 to enhance the quality in

Creativity is related with

As per National Sample Survey, what percentage of our population is counted as disabled?

In an Inclusive classroom emphasis should be on

A student is 'Exceptional' when his performance is significantly _______.

Phenylketonuria (PKU), which may lead to mental retardation, is a

A creative child is who

Learning disabled children are mostly ___________.

Learning disability in motor skills is called

For education of CWSN (Children With Special Needs), the concept of Inclusive Education as laid down in SSA was based upon

A strategy that hides or blends politically correct social philosophies and matching activities into the basic content of the curriculum is known as:

In a classroom situation, the total number of blind students should be

Choose the most appropriate option.Sensitizing peers is one of the methods to reduce _______ in an inclusive school.