CTET Solved Question Paper - 1 (20 Aug - 2023) | CTET (Central Teacher Eligibility Test) Mock Test Series 2024 - CTET & State TET PDF Download

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Time: 2 hours 30 mins. Total Marks: 150
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all the instructions on the question paper carefully before you start attempting the questions.
2. 1 mark is awarded to correct Answer.
3. Ensure that the question paper code mentioned on the question paper matches the code on your 
admit card.Make sure you use the correct answer sheet for your paper. The answer sheet will have 
fields for your personal information, roll number, and other details.
4. Only one response should be marked for each question. If you mark multiple responses for a single 
question, it might be considered as incorrect.
Child Development and Pedagogy
1.  Which of the following is an example of a question 
that requires students to reflect on their own 
thinking ?
(1) How do you change a verb to the present tense ?
(2) How has your thinking about the use of verbs 
changed since the beginning of the class ?
(3) What is the relationship between nouns and 
verbs in a sentence ?
(4) What is the definition of a verb ? 
2. Which of the following is an example of an internal 
attribution for failure ?
(1) I didn’t get good marks because the teacher was 
biased.
(2) I failed the test because my friends were 
distracting me.
(3) I received a low grade because the teacher is a 
tough grader.
(4) I failed the test because I didn’t study enough.
3. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : At a very early age, girls in most 
cultures across the world choose dolls as toys while 
boys prefer to play with cars.
 Reason (R) : Children organize information about 
what is considered appropriate for a boy or a girl 
on the basis of what a particular culture expects and 
behave accordingly.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
4. At which age can children engage in word play and 
like jokes and riddles that involve a play on words ?
(1) Three years (2) Seven years
(3) T welve years (4) One year
5. Carol Gilligan has critiqued Kohlberg’s theory of 
moral development :
(1) for not giving adequate importance to genetic 
factors.
(2) for using case study as the research method.
(3) from a social cognitive perspective.
(4) from a feminist perspective.
6. What is the main goal of ‘assessment for learning’ ?
(1) T o provide feedback to students that can be used 
to improve their learning
(2) To compare student performance to a standard 
or benchmark
(3) To identify students who can be categorised as 
‘slow learners’
(4) To evaluate student performance and assign 
grades
7. While....................agencies of socialisation are 
predominantly important in infancy,...............
agencies of socialization also become important in 
early childhood.
(1) secondary; primary (2) secondary; tertiary
(3) tertiary; secondary (4) primary; secondary
8. Dysgraphia is a:
(1) Neurological disorder characterized by trouble 
in forming letters and shapes.
(2) Psychological disorder characterized by lack of 
attention and impulsive behaviour.
(3) Speech disorder characterized by stuttering and 
errors in articulation.
(4) Locomotor disorder characterized by gross 
motor impairment.
9. The approach to educating gifted children which 
moves them through curriculum at an unusually 
rapid pace is known as:
(1) Acceleration 
(2) Immersion
(3) Differentiated instruction
(4) Enrichment
CTET SOLVED PAPERS
Paper - 1
20th August, 2023
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Time: 2 hours 30 mins. Total Marks: 150
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all the instructions on the question paper carefully before you start attempting the questions.
2. 1 mark is awarded to correct Answer.
3. Ensure that the question paper code mentioned on the question paper matches the code on your 
admit card.Make sure you use the correct answer sheet for your paper. The answer sheet will have 
fields for your personal information, roll number, and other details.
4. Only one response should be marked for each question. If you mark multiple responses for a single 
question, it might be considered as incorrect.
Child Development and Pedagogy
1.  Which of the following is an example of a question 
that requires students to reflect on their own 
thinking ?
(1) How do you change a verb to the present tense ?
(2) How has your thinking about the use of verbs 
changed since the beginning of the class ?
(3) What is the relationship between nouns and 
verbs in a sentence ?
(4) What is the definition of a verb ? 
2. Which of the following is an example of an internal 
attribution for failure ?
(1) I didn’t get good marks because the teacher was 
biased.
(2) I failed the test because my friends were 
distracting me.
(3) I received a low grade because the teacher is a 
tough grader.
(4) I failed the test because I didn’t study enough.
3. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : At a very early age, girls in most 
cultures across the world choose dolls as toys while 
boys prefer to play with cars.
 Reason (R) : Children organize information about 
what is considered appropriate for a boy or a girl 
on the basis of what a particular culture expects and 
behave accordingly.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
4. At which age can children engage in word play and 
like jokes and riddles that involve a play on words ?
(1) Three years (2) Seven years
(3) T welve years (4) One year
5. Carol Gilligan has critiqued Kohlberg’s theory of 
moral development :
(1) for not giving adequate importance to genetic 
factors.
(2) for using case study as the research method.
(3) from a social cognitive perspective.
(4) from a feminist perspective.
6. What is the main goal of ‘assessment for learning’ ?
(1) T o provide feedback to students that can be used 
to improve their learning
(2) To compare student performance to a standard 
or benchmark
(3) To identify students who can be categorised as 
‘slow learners’
(4) To evaluate student performance and assign 
grades
7. While....................agencies of socialisation are 
predominantly important in infancy,...............
agencies of socialization also become important in 
early childhood.
(1) secondary; primary (2) secondary; tertiary
(3) tertiary; secondary (4) primary; secondary
8. Dysgraphia is a:
(1) Neurological disorder characterized by trouble 
in forming letters and shapes.
(2) Psychological disorder characterized by lack of 
attention and impulsive behaviour.
(3) Speech disorder characterized by stuttering and 
errors in articulation.
(4) Locomotor disorder characterized by gross 
motor impairment.
9. The approach to educating gifted children which 
moves them through curriculum at an unusually 
rapid pace is known as:
(1) Acceleration 
(2) Immersion
(3) Differentiated instruction
(4) Enrichment
CTET SOLVED PAPERS
Paper - 1
20th August, 2023
8  Oswaal CTET Year-wise Solved Papers
10. Teachers who are working towards inclusive 
classroom :
 (i) Create curriculum adaptations
 (ii) Incorporate diverse perspectives
 (iii)  Examine their own implicit bias
 (iv) See diversity as an obstacle
 Which of the above are correct ?
(1) (i), (iii), (iv) (2)  (i), (iii), (iv)
(3) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) (4) (i), (ii), (iii) 
11. According to Howard Gardner, a philosopher 
has......................type of intelligence and a sculptor 
has more.......................type of intelligence.
(1) intrapersonal; spatial
(2) interpersonal; linguistic
(3) linguistic; interpersonal
(4) spatial; intrapersonal
12. The primary goal of learning should be :
(1) competing with peers.
(2) development of critical thinking.
(3) memorization of facts.
(4) becoming excellent at rote rehearsal.
13. Variability in learning styles of students:
(1) should not be taken into consideration during 
teaching-learning process.
(2) should be seen as a barrier and hindrance to 
teaching-learning process.
(3) should be valued and seen as a reflection of 
human diversity.
(4) should be ignored and attempts should be made 
to bring uniformity in learning styles.
14. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : To facilitate critical thinking among 
learners, teachers should expose them to diverse 
situations and differing perspectives.
 Reason (R) : Students learn and enrich their abilities 
to think critically and creatively as they engage in 
conversation across differences.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
15. Children learn more effectively if a concept proceeds 
from :
(1)  Complex to Simple. (2) Rational to Empirical.
(3) Generic to Specific. (4) Abstract to Concrete.
16. As per Lev Vygotsky, ..................... plays a significant 
role in the development of conceptual abilities 
among children.
(1) Social isolation
(2) Standardized curriculum
(3) Tangible rewards
(4) Peer collaboration
17. According to Lev Vygotsky’s theory, inner speech :
(1) is a sign of developmental delay.
(2) is a way for children to regulate their own 
thinking.
(3) is a way for children to communicate with an 
imaginary friend.
(4) is a sign of cognitive immaturity.
18. Four-year-old Aparna says that a button is alive 
because it helps tie her shirt together. According to 
Jean Piaget, her thinking is characterized by:
(1) Centration
(2) Hypothetical-deductive thinking
(3) Transductive reasoning
(4) Animistic thinking 
19. Which of the following is a typical characteristic of 
students having autism ?
(1) Frequent repetitive and recurring behaviour
(2) Higher level of communication skills
(3) Superior ability of differentiating fiction from 
fact
(4) Advanced socio-emotional reciprocity
20. Which of the following is an effective method to 
enhance problem-solving skills in children ?
(1) Providing them with ready-made solutions to 
problems
(2) Giving them opportunities to brainstorm and 
make intuitive guesses
(3) Discouraging independent thinking and 
focusing on declarative knowledge
(4) Encouraging them to avoid difficult problems
21. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Teachers should create a meaningful 
environment which seeks active participation and 
engagement of all children.
 Reason (R) : All children are intrinsically motivated 
to learn and are capable of learning.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
22. Experiential learning stresses on :
(1) importance of critical reflection.
(2) learning as a product rather than a process.
(3) control of teacher on the learning of children.
(4) the role of reinforcement in learning.
23. Which of the following process does not contribute 
to the course of learning ?
(1) Conceptualization (2) Decontextualization
(3) Organization (4) Categorization
24. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Interaction with more knowledgeable 
others, such as teachers and peers, can provide the 
necessary support and guidance to help learners 
develop their understanding and skills.
 Reasons (R) : Social interaction is a key component 
of learning and development.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
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Time: 2 hours 30 mins. Total Marks: 150
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all the instructions on the question paper carefully before you start attempting the questions.
2. 1 mark is awarded to correct Answer.
3. Ensure that the question paper code mentioned on the question paper matches the code on your 
admit card.Make sure you use the correct answer sheet for your paper. The answer sheet will have 
fields for your personal information, roll number, and other details.
4. Only one response should be marked for each question. If you mark multiple responses for a single 
question, it might be considered as incorrect.
Child Development and Pedagogy
1.  Which of the following is an example of a question 
that requires students to reflect on their own 
thinking ?
(1) How do you change a verb to the present tense ?
(2) How has your thinking about the use of verbs 
changed since the beginning of the class ?
(3) What is the relationship between nouns and 
verbs in a sentence ?
(4) What is the definition of a verb ? 
2. Which of the following is an example of an internal 
attribution for failure ?
(1) I didn’t get good marks because the teacher was 
biased.
(2) I failed the test because my friends were 
distracting me.
(3) I received a low grade because the teacher is a 
tough grader.
(4) I failed the test because I didn’t study enough.
3. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : At a very early age, girls in most 
cultures across the world choose dolls as toys while 
boys prefer to play with cars.
 Reason (R) : Children organize information about 
what is considered appropriate for a boy or a girl 
on the basis of what a particular culture expects and 
behave accordingly.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
4. At which age can children engage in word play and 
like jokes and riddles that involve a play on words ?
(1) Three years (2) Seven years
(3) T welve years (4) One year
5. Carol Gilligan has critiqued Kohlberg’s theory of 
moral development :
(1) for not giving adequate importance to genetic 
factors.
(2) for using case study as the research method.
(3) from a social cognitive perspective.
(4) from a feminist perspective.
6. What is the main goal of ‘assessment for learning’ ?
(1) T o provide feedback to students that can be used 
to improve their learning
(2) To compare student performance to a standard 
or benchmark
(3) To identify students who can be categorised as 
‘slow learners’
(4) To evaluate student performance and assign 
grades
7. While....................agencies of socialisation are 
predominantly important in infancy,...............
agencies of socialization also become important in 
early childhood.
(1) secondary; primary (2) secondary; tertiary
(3) tertiary; secondary (4) primary; secondary
8. Dysgraphia is a:
(1) Neurological disorder characterized by trouble 
in forming letters and shapes.
(2) Psychological disorder characterized by lack of 
attention and impulsive behaviour.
(3) Speech disorder characterized by stuttering and 
errors in articulation.
(4) Locomotor disorder characterized by gross 
motor impairment.
9. The approach to educating gifted children which 
moves them through curriculum at an unusually 
rapid pace is known as:
(1) Acceleration 
(2) Immersion
(3) Differentiated instruction
(4) Enrichment
CTET SOLVED PAPERS
Paper - 1
20th August, 2023
8  Oswaal CTET Year-wise Solved Papers
10. Teachers who are working towards inclusive 
classroom :
 (i) Create curriculum adaptations
 (ii) Incorporate diverse perspectives
 (iii)  Examine their own implicit bias
 (iv) See diversity as an obstacle
 Which of the above are correct ?
(1) (i), (iii), (iv) (2)  (i), (iii), (iv)
(3) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) (4) (i), (ii), (iii) 
11. According to Howard Gardner, a philosopher 
has......................type of intelligence and a sculptor 
has more.......................type of intelligence.
(1) intrapersonal; spatial
(2) interpersonal; linguistic
(3) linguistic; interpersonal
(4) spatial; intrapersonal
12. The primary goal of learning should be :
(1) competing with peers.
(2) development of critical thinking.
(3) memorization of facts.
(4) becoming excellent at rote rehearsal.
13. Variability in learning styles of students:
(1) should not be taken into consideration during 
teaching-learning process.
(2) should be seen as a barrier and hindrance to 
teaching-learning process.
(3) should be valued and seen as a reflection of 
human diversity.
(4) should be ignored and attempts should be made 
to bring uniformity in learning styles.
14. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : To facilitate critical thinking among 
learners, teachers should expose them to diverse 
situations and differing perspectives.
 Reason (R) : Students learn and enrich their abilities 
to think critically and creatively as they engage in 
conversation across differences.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
15. Children learn more effectively if a concept proceeds 
from :
(1)  Complex to Simple. (2) Rational to Empirical.
(3) Generic to Specific. (4) Abstract to Concrete.
16. As per Lev Vygotsky, ..................... plays a significant 
role in the development of conceptual abilities 
among children.
(1) Social isolation
(2) Standardized curriculum
(3) Tangible rewards
(4) Peer collaboration
17. According to Lev Vygotsky’s theory, inner speech :
(1) is a sign of developmental delay.
(2) is a way for children to regulate their own 
thinking.
(3) is a way for children to communicate with an 
imaginary friend.
(4) is a sign of cognitive immaturity.
18. Four-year-old Aparna says that a button is alive 
because it helps tie her shirt together. According to 
Jean Piaget, her thinking is characterized by:
(1) Centration
(2) Hypothetical-deductive thinking
(3) Transductive reasoning
(4) Animistic thinking 
19. Which of the following is a typical characteristic of 
students having autism ?
(1) Frequent repetitive and recurring behaviour
(2) Higher level of communication skills
(3) Superior ability of differentiating fiction from 
fact
(4) Advanced socio-emotional reciprocity
20. Which of the following is an effective method to 
enhance problem-solving skills in children ?
(1) Providing them with ready-made solutions to 
problems
(2) Giving them opportunities to brainstorm and 
make intuitive guesses
(3) Discouraging independent thinking and 
focusing on declarative knowledge
(4) Encouraging them to avoid difficult problems
21. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Teachers should create a meaningful 
environment which seeks active participation and 
engagement of all children.
 Reason (R) : All children are intrinsically motivated 
to learn and are capable of learning.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
22. Experiential learning stresses on :
(1) importance of critical reflection.
(2) learning as a product rather than a process.
(3) control of teacher on the learning of children.
(4) the role of reinforcement in learning.
23. Which of the following process does not contribute 
to the course of learning ?
(1) Conceptualization (2) Decontextualization
(3) Organization (4) Categorization
24. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Interaction with more knowledgeable 
others, such as teachers and peers, can provide the 
necessary support and guidance to help learners 
develop their understanding and skills.
 Reasons (R) : Social interaction is a key component 
of learning and development.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
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25.  According to Lev Vygotsky :
(1) Language development and cognitive 
development advance independent from each 
others.
(2) Language development facilitates cognitive 
development.
(3) Social factors influence language development, 
but not cognitive development.
(4) Cognitive development facilitates language 
development.
26.  At which level of Lawrence Kohlberg’s moral 
reasoning, do children typically believe that people 
should live up to the expectations of the society and 
behave in “good” ways ?
(1) Conventional level (2) Pre-operational level
(3) Post-operational level (3) Pre-conventional level
27.  One of the main characteristics of pre-operational 
thought according to Jean Piaget is...............which 
refers to the tendency to focus on one aspect of a 
situation and neglect others.
(1) Decentration (2) T ransduction
(3) Causation (4) Centration
28.  Physical growth and development follow 
the.................and................principles of development.
(1) proximodistal (top-down); cephalocaudal (inner 
to outer)
(2) differentiation (simple to complex); integration 
(complex to simple)
(3) integration (simple to complex); differentiation 
(complex to simple)
(4) cephalocaudual (top-down); proximodistal 
(inner to outer)
29.  In early childhood, growth.............and thinking 
is.............., while in middle childhood, growth.......... 
and thinking is.................. .
(1) is steady, logical; slows, egocentric
(2) slows, logical; is steady, egocentric
(3) slows, somewhat egocentric; is steady, logical
(4) is steady, somewhat egocentric; slows logical
30. Which of the following is a gross motor skill ?
(1) Cutting along the outline of a circle on a paper
(2) Cutting along the outline of a big rectangle on a 
paper
(3) Knitting
(4) Swimming
Mathematics
31. Which of the following is the most appropriate way 
to help a primary school learner to visualize the 
equivalence between the fractions
 
2
3
 
and
 
4
6
 
?
 
(1) Using Fraction Discs
(2) Using Calculators
(3) Using Division method
(4) Using LCM (Least Common Multiple) method
32. Subitizing plays an important role in developing the 
number sense. Which of the following is an example 
of a student demonstrating the skill of subitizing?
 (1) Student recognizes the number 4 as the number 
  with 1 taken away from 5. 
(2) Student recognizes the number 5 as the successor 
of 4. 
(3) Student recognizes the number 6 as 1 added to 
5.
(4) Student rolls a die and is able to say it is four 
without actually counting the dots.
33. According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 
2020, olympiads and competitions in various subjects 
will be __________ across the country. 
(1) discouraged (2) reduced
(3) made easier (4) Strengthened
34. Classroom researches have shown that most of the 
students find mathematics more difficult than the 
other subjects they study in the same class. Which of 
the following aspects of the nature of mathematics 
adds to his fear?
(1) The scope of a number of different methods to 
solve a problem in mathematics.
(2) The abstract nature of primary concepts in 
mathematics.
(3) The vast knowledge base of mathematics.
(4) The scope of multiple answers to a given 
question in mathematics.
35. According to the National Curriculum Framework, 
2005, classroom researches have indicated a fairly 
systematic devaluation of girls as incapable of 
mastering mathematics even when they perform 
well in mathematics. What is the most appropriate 
reason for this? 
(1) Gendered constructs of society have led to the 
belief that boys use more innovative strategies 
for problem-solving and thus have better 
conceptual understanding. 
(2) The mathematical abilities in boys are innate.
(3) Poor performance of girls in mathematics is due 
to the fear of mathematics prevalent in them.
(4) Mathematics, by its nature, is a male-dominated 
subject.
36. A teacher user role play method in mathematics 
class. Her aim is :
(1) entertaining children.
(2) maintaining discipline.
(3) keeping children busy.
(4) projecting ideas.
37. Who among the following has worked in the field of 
mathematical astronomy ?
(1) Ramanujan (2) Mahavira
(3) Aryabhatta (4) Bhaskara I
38. A vegetable seller was selling spinach for ? 60 per 
kg. Sonu purchased 350 g of spinach for which the 
vegetable seller took ? 21 ( ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 3) 
from Sonu. Which of the following statements is/are 
true regarding the mathematical skills used by the 
vegetable seller?
 A. This mathematical skill is ambiguous.
 B. This skill is not useful to solve mathematical   
 problems in class.
 C. Such skills help in developing alternate strategies 
  for solving mathematical problems.
 Choose the correct option :
(1) Only B (2) Only C
(3) A and B (4) Only A
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Time: 2 hours 30 mins. Total Marks: 150
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read all the instructions on the question paper carefully before you start attempting the questions.
2. 1 mark is awarded to correct Answer.
3. Ensure that the question paper code mentioned on the question paper matches the code on your 
admit card.Make sure you use the correct answer sheet for your paper. The answer sheet will have 
fields for your personal information, roll number, and other details.
4. Only one response should be marked for each question. If you mark multiple responses for a single 
question, it might be considered as incorrect.
Child Development and Pedagogy
1.  Which of the following is an example of a question 
that requires students to reflect on their own 
thinking ?
(1) How do you change a verb to the present tense ?
(2) How has your thinking about the use of verbs 
changed since the beginning of the class ?
(3) What is the relationship between nouns and 
verbs in a sentence ?
(4) What is the definition of a verb ? 
2. Which of the following is an example of an internal 
attribution for failure ?
(1) I didn’t get good marks because the teacher was 
biased.
(2) I failed the test because my friends were 
distracting me.
(3) I received a low grade because the teacher is a 
tough grader.
(4) I failed the test because I didn’t study enough.
3. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : At a very early age, girls in most 
cultures across the world choose dolls as toys while 
boys prefer to play with cars.
 Reason (R) : Children organize information about 
what is considered appropriate for a boy or a girl 
on the basis of what a particular culture expects and 
behave accordingly.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
4. At which age can children engage in word play and 
like jokes and riddles that involve a play on words ?
(1) Three years (2) Seven years
(3) T welve years (4) One year
5. Carol Gilligan has critiqued Kohlberg’s theory of 
moral development :
(1) for not giving adequate importance to genetic 
factors.
(2) for using case study as the research method.
(3) from a social cognitive perspective.
(4) from a feminist perspective.
6. What is the main goal of ‘assessment for learning’ ?
(1) T o provide feedback to students that can be used 
to improve their learning
(2) To compare student performance to a standard 
or benchmark
(3) To identify students who can be categorised as 
‘slow learners’
(4) To evaluate student performance and assign 
grades
7. While....................agencies of socialisation are 
predominantly important in infancy,...............
agencies of socialization also become important in 
early childhood.
(1) secondary; primary (2) secondary; tertiary
(3) tertiary; secondary (4) primary; secondary
8. Dysgraphia is a:
(1) Neurological disorder characterized by trouble 
in forming letters and shapes.
(2) Psychological disorder characterized by lack of 
attention and impulsive behaviour.
(3) Speech disorder characterized by stuttering and 
errors in articulation.
(4) Locomotor disorder characterized by gross 
motor impairment.
9. The approach to educating gifted children which 
moves them through curriculum at an unusually 
rapid pace is known as:
(1) Acceleration 
(2) Immersion
(3) Differentiated instruction
(4) Enrichment
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10. Teachers who are working towards inclusive 
classroom :
 (i) Create curriculum adaptations
 (ii) Incorporate diverse perspectives
 (iii)  Examine their own implicit bias
 (iv) See diversity as an obstacle
 Which of the above are correct ?
(1) (i), (iii), (iv) (2)  (i), (iii), (iv)
(3) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) (4) (i), (ii), (iii) 
11. According to Howard Gardner, a philosopher 
has......................type of intelligence and a sculptor 
has more.......................type of intelligence.
(1) intrapersonal; spatial
(2) interpersonal; linguistic
(3) linguistic; interpersonal
(4) spatial; intrapersonal
12. The primary goal of learning should be :
(1) competing with peers.
(2) development of critical thinking.
(3) memorization of facts.
(4) becoming excellent at rote rehearsal.
13. Variability in learning styles of students:
(1) should not be taken into consideration during 
teaching-learning process.
(2) should be seen as a barrier and hindrance to 
teaching-learning process.
(3) should be valued and seen as a reflection of 
human diversity.
(4) should be ignored and attempts should be made 
to bring uniformity in learning styles.
14. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : To facilitate critical thinking among 
learners, teachers should expose them to diverse 
situations and differing perspectives.
 Reason (R) : Students learn and enrich their abilities 
to think critically and creatively as they engage in 
conversation across differences.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
15. Children learn more effectively if a concept proceeds 
from :
(1)  Complex to Simple. (2) Rational to Empirical.
(3) Generic to Specific. (4) Abstract to Concrete.
16. As per Lev Vygotsky, ..................... plays a significant 
role in the development of conceptual abilities 
among children.
(1) Social isolation
(2) Standardized curriculum
(3) Tangible rewards
(4) Peer collaboration
17. According to Lev Vygotsky’s theory, inner speech :
(1) is a sign of developmental delay.
(2) is a way for children to regulate their own 
thinking.
(3) is a way for children to communicate with an 
imaginary friend.
(4) is a sign of cognitive immaturity.
18. Four-year-old Aparna says that a button is alive 
because it helps tie her shirt together. According to 
Jean Piaget, her thinking is characterized by:
(1) Centration
(2) Hypothetical-deductive thinking
(3) Transductive reasoning
(4) Animistic thinking 
19. Which of the following is a typical characteristic of 
students having autism ?
(1) Frequent repetitive and recurring behaviour
(2) Higher level of communication skills
(3) Superior ability of differentiating fiction from 
fact
(4) Advanced socio-emotional reciprocity
20. Which of the following is an effective method to 
enhance problem-solving skills in children ?
(1) Providing them with ready-made solutions to 
problems
(2) Giving them opportunities to brainstorm and 
make intuitive guesses
(3) Discouraging independent thinking and 
focusing on declarative knowledge
(4) Encouraging them to avoid difficult problems
21. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Teachers should create a meaningful 
environment which seeks active participation and 
engagement of all children.
 Reason (R) : All children are intrinsically motivated 
to learn and are capable of learning.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
22. Experiential learning stresses on :
(1) importance of critical reflection.
(2) learning as a product rather than a process.
(3) control of teacher on the learning of children.
(4) the role of reinforcement in learning.
23. Which of the following process does not contribute 
to the course of learning ?
(1) Conceptualization (2) Decontextualization
(3) Organization (4) Categorization
24. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Interaction with more knowledgeable 
others, such as teachers and peers, can provide the 
necessary support and guidance to help learners 
develop their understanding and skills.
 Reasons (R) : Social interaction is a key component 
of learning and development.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
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25.  According to Lev Vygotsky :
(1) Language development and cognitive 
development advance independent from each 
others.
(2) Language development facilitates cognitive 
development.
(3) Social factors influence language development, 
but not cognitive development.
(4) Cognitive development facilitates language 
development.
26.  At which level of Lawrence Kohlberg’s moral 
reasoning, do children typically believe that people 
should live up to the expectations of the society and 
behave in “good” ways ?
(1) Conventional level (2) Pre-operational level
(3) Post-operational level (3) Pre-conventional level
27.  One of the main characteristics of pre-operational 
thought according to Jean Piaget is...............which 
refers to the tendency to focus on one aspect of a 
situation and neglect others.
(1) Decentration (2) T ransduction
(3) Causation (4) Centration
28.  Physical growth and development follow 
the.................and................principles of development.
(1) proximodistal (top-down); cephalocaudal (inner 
to outer)
(2) differentiation (simple to complex); integration 
(complex to simple)
(3) integration (simple to complex); differentiation 
(complex to simple)
(4) cephalocaudual (top-down); proximodistal 
(inner to outer)
29.  In early childhood, growth.............and thinking 
is.............., while in middle childhood, growth.......... 
and thinking is.................. .
(1) is steady, logical; slows, egocentric
(2) slows, logical; is steady, egocentric
(3) slows, somewhat egocentric; is steady, logical
(4) is steady, somewhat egocentric; slows logical
30. Which of the following is a gross motor skill ?
(1) Cutting along the outline of a circle on a paper
(2) Cutting along the outline of a big rectangle on a 
paper
(3) Knitting
(4) Swimming
Mathematics
31. Which of the following is the most appropriate way 
to help a primary school learner to visualize the 
equivalence between the fractions
 
2
3
 
and
 
4
6
 
?
 
(1) Using Fraction Discs
(2) Using Calculators
(3) Using Division method
(4) Using LCM (Least Common Multiple) method
32. Subitizing plays an important role in developing the 
number sense. Which of the following is an example 
of a student demonstrating the skill of subitizing?
 (1) Student recognizes the number 4 as the number 
  with 1 taken away from 5. 
(2) Student recognizes the number 5 as the successor 
of 4. 
(3) Student recognizes the number 6 as 1 added to 
5.
(4) Student rolls a die and is able to say it is four 
without actually counting the dots.
33. According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 
2020, olympiads and competitions in various subjects 
will be __________ across the country. 
(1) discouraged (2) reduced
(3) made easier (4) Strengthened
34. Classroom researches have shown that most of the 
students find mathematics more difficult than the 
other subjects they study in the same class. Which of 
the following aspects of the nature of mathematics 
adds to his fear?
(1) The scope of a number of different methods to 
solve a problem in mathematics.
(2) The abstract nature of primary concepts in 
mathematics.
(3) The vast knowledge base of mathematics.
(4) The scope of multiple answers to a given 
question in mathematics.
35. According to the National Curriculum Framework, 
2005, classroom researches have indicated a fairly 
systematic devaluation of girls as incapable of 
mastering mathematics even when they perform 
well in mathematics. What is the most appropriate 
reason for this? 
(1) Gendered constructs of society have led to the 
belief that boys use more innovative strategies 
for problem-solving and thus have better 
conceptual understanding. 
(2) The mathematical abilities in boys are innate.
(3) Poor performance of girls in mathematics is due 
to the fear of mathematics prevalent in them.
(4) Mathematics, by its nature, is a male-dominated 
subject.
36. A teacher user role play method in mathematics 
class. Her aim is :
(1) entertaining children.
(2) maintaining discipline.
(3) keeping children busy.
(4) projecting ideas.
37. Who among the following has worked in the field of 
mathematical astronomy ?
(1) Ramanujan (2) Mahavira
(3) Aryabhatta (4) Bhaskara I
38. A vegetable seller was selling spinach for ? 60 per 
kg. Sonu purchased 350 g of spinach for which the 
vegetable seller took ? 21 ( ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 3) 
from Sonu. Which of the following statements is/are 
true regarding the mathematical skills used by the 
vegetable seller?
 A. This mathematical skill is ambiguous.
 B. This skill is not useful to solve mathematical   
 problems in class.
 C. Such skills help in developing alternate strategies 
  for solving mathematical problems.
 Choose the correct option :
(1) Only B (2) Only C
(3) A and B (4) Only A
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39. Which of the following depicts a situation where 
children are constructing knowledge on their own ?
(1) Children are given manipulatives like number 
grids, tokens arranged in rectangular arrays and 
they are exploring multiplication patterns using 
them.
(2) Teacher has written incomplete multiplication 
tables on blackboard and children are completing 
the tables by writing them on blackboard.
(3) The best student in the class reads aloud the 
multiplication tables and rest of the students 
repeat after him/her.
(4) Children are reciting multiplication tables in a 
chorus.
40. Which of the following statements is not correct 
about assessment ?
(1) Criterion-referenced assessment is useful in 
diagnostic testing and remedial teaching.
(2) Norm-referenced assessment tells us where a 
student stands as compared to other students in 
his/her performance.
(3) Norm-referenced assessment is useful in 
diagnostic testing and remedial teaching.
(4) Criterion-referenced assessment is to evaluate 
the mastery learning of the students.
41. Concepts like more-less, long-short, far-near, big-
small, etc. are :
 (1) Simply English language adjectives.
(2) Important pre-number concepts.
(3) Vague terms for comparison.
(4) Antonyms, not necessary for learning 
mathematics.
42. Mathematical learning material :
A. helps teachers in demonstrating the formulae
B. helps students in self-learning
C. helps teachers in providing instructions
D. develops learning environment in the class
Choose the correct option :
(1) B and D (2) B and C
(3) C and D (4) A and B
43. Which of the following statements is not correct ?
(1) Errors in mathematics help teachers in planning 
their lessons.
(2) Errors of the students should be overlooked as 
pointing errors will demotivate them.
(3) Errors of the students give information about 
their thought process.
(4) Errors in mathematics are part of learning.
44. To develop appreciation for mathematics among 
children, a teacher performs the following activities 
in the class. Choose the one which is not effective to 
achieve her objective.
(1) She gives mathematical puzzles and magic 
squares to be solved in the class.
(2) She establishes a mathematics corner in her 
class where students can perform various 
mathematical activities.
(3) She always praises the student who achieves 
highest marks in the class in the term-end 
examination.
(4) She shows to children the videos on Indian 
mathematicians and their contribution.
45. Which of the following statements about nature of 
mathematics are most appropriate ?
 A. It helps the child to be creative.
 B. It helps in nurturing the child’s imagination.
 C. It is based on deductive reasoning.
 D. It is always convergent.
 Choose the correct option
(1) A and C (2) A and B
(3) A, B and C (4) B and C
46. Which of the following arrangements represents a 
descending order of numbers ?
(1) 10.5, 1.05, 1.055, 1.50, 1.005, 0.155
(2) 10.5, 1.50, 1.05, 1.055, 1.005, 0.155
(3) 10.5, 1.50, 1.055, 1.05, 1.005, 0.155
(4) 1.05, 1.005, 1.50, 1.055, 10.5, 0.155
47. The sum of 5 – 5 + 5 – 5 + 5 – 5 _________ to odd 
number of terms is :
(1) – 5 (2) 5
(3) 15 (4) 0
48. ‘One hundred lakh‘ is also known as :
(1) One crore (2) One million
(3) One billion (4) Ten crore
49. A whole number is added to 100 and the same 
number is subtracted from 100. The sum of the two 
resulting numbers so obtained is :
(1) 50 (2) 100
(3) 200 (4) 0
50. Which of the following is not a factor of 3630 ?
(1) 5 (2) 9
(3) 11 (4) 3
51. Sangeeta wants to buy a soap that costs ? 10. She has 
a five-rupee coin, 2 one-rupee coins and 5 fifty-paise 
coins. How much more money does she need to buy 
the soap ?
(1) ? 1.50 (2)  ? 2.00
(3) ? 2.50 (4)  ? 0.50
52. Rubina started her journey by car at 16.50 hours and 
finished at 21:15 hours on the same day. The time 
taken in completing the journey is :
(1) 4 hours 25 minutes (2)  3 hours 35 minutes
(3) 4 hours 35 minutes (4)  3 hours 25 minutes
53. Select the group of fractions in an ascending order :
(1)
 
1
2
1
3
1
4
<<
 
(2)
  
1
3
1
4
1
2
<<
(3)
 
1
4
1
3
1
2
<<
 
(4)
  
1
2
1
4
1
3
<<
54. Priyadarshini mixed 4.8 kg of almonds, 2500 g of 
raisin and 3.5 kg of cashews and packed the mixture 
equally into three dozen packets. What is the weight 
of each packet ?
(1) 300 g (2) 500 g
(3) 650 g (4) 250 g
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1. Read all the instructions on the question paper carefully before you start attempting the questions.
2. 1 mark is awarded to correct Answer.
3. Ensure that the question paper code mentioned on the question paper matches the code on your 
admit card.Make sure you use the correct answer sheet for your paper. The answer sheet will have 
fields for your personal information, roll number, and other details.
4. Only one response should be marked for each question. If you mark multiple responses for a single 
question, it might be considered as incorrect.
Child Development and Pedagogy
1.  Which of the following is an example of a question 
that requires students to reflect on their own 
thinking ?
(1) How do you change a verb to the present tense ?
(2) How has your thinking about the use of verbs 
changed since the beginning of the class ?
(3) What is the relationship between nouns and 
verbs in a sentence ?
(4) What is the definition of a verb ? 
2. Which of the following is an example of an internal 
attribution for failure ?
(1) I didn’t get good marks because the teacher was 
biased.
(2) I failed the test because my friends were 
distracting me.
(3) I received a low grade because the teacher is a 
tough grader.
(4) I failed the test because I didn’t study enough.
3. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : At a very early age, girls in most 
cultures across the world choose dolls as toys while 
boys prefer to play with cars.
 Reason (R) : Children organize information about 
what is considered appropriate for a boy or a girl 
on the basis of what a particular culture expects and 
behave accordingly.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
4. At which age can children engage in word play and 
like jokes and riddles that involve a play on words ?
(1) Three years (2) Seven years
(3) T welve years (4) One year
5. Carol Gilligan has critiqued Kohlberg’s theory of 
moral development :
(1) for not giving adequate importance to genetic 
factors.
(2) for using case study as the research method.
(3) from a social cognitive perspective.
(4) from a feminist perspective.
6. What is the main goal of ‘assessment for learning’ ?
(1) T o provide feedback to students that can be used 
to improve their learning
(2) To compare student performance to a standard 
or benchmark
(3) To identify students who can be categorised as 
‘slow learners’
(4) To evaluate student performance and assign 
grades
7. While....................agencies of socialisation are 
predominantly important in infancy,...............
agencies of socialization also become important in 
early childhood.
(1) secondary; primary (2) secondary; tertiary
(3) tertiary; secondary (4) primary; secondary
8. Dysgraphia is a:
(1) Neurological disorder characterized by trouble 
in forming letters and shapes.
(2) Psychological disorder characterized by lack of 
attention and impulsive behaviour.
(3) Speech disorder characterized by stuttering and 
errors in articulation.
(4) Locomotor disorder characterized by gross 
motor impairment.
9. The approach to educating gifted children which 
moves them through curriculum at an unusually 
rapid pace is known as:
(1) Acceleration 
(2) Immersion
(3) Differentiated instruction
(4) Enrichment
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10. Teachers who are working towards inclusive 
classroom :
 (i) Create curriculum adaptations
 (ii) Incorporate diverse perspectives
 (iii)  Examine their own implicit bias
 (iv) See diversity as an obstacle
 Which of the above are correct ?
(1) (i), (iii), (iv) (2)  (i), (iii), (iv)
(3) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) (4) (i), (ii), (iii) 
11. According to Howard Gardner, a philosopher 
has......................type of intelligence and a sculptor 
has more.......................type of intelligence.
(1) intrapersonal; spatial
(2) interpersonal; linguistic
(3) linguistic; interpersonal
(4) spatial; intrapersonal
12. The primary goal of learning should be :
(1) competing with peers.
(2) development of critical thinking.
(3) memorization of facts.
(4) becoming excellent at rote rehearsal.
13. Variability in learning styles of students:
(1) should not be taken into consideration during 
teaching-learning process.
(2) should be seen as a barrier and hindrance to 
teaching-learning process.
(3) should be valued and seen as a reflection of 
human diversity.
(4) should be ignored and attempts should be made 
to bring uniformity in learning styles.
14. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : To facilitate critical thinking among 
learners, teachers should expose them to diverse 
situations and differing perspectives.
 Reason (R) : Students learn and enrich their abilities 
to think critically and creatively as they engage in 
conversation across differences.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
15. Children learn more effectively if a concept proceeds 
from :
(1)  Complex to Simple. (2) Rational to Empirical.
(3) Generic to Specific. (4) Abstract to Concrete.
16. As per Lev Vygotsky, ..................... plays a significant 
role in the development of conceptual abilities 
among children.
(1) Social isolation
(2) Standardized curriculum
(3) Tangible rewards
(4) Peer collaboration
17. According to Lev Vygotsky’s theory, inner speech :
(1) is a sign of developmental delay.
(2) is a way for children to regulate their own 
thinking.
(3) is a way for children to communicate with an 
imaginary friend.
(4) is a sign of cognitive immaturity.
18. Four-year-old Aparna says that a button is alive 
because it helps tie her shirt together. According to 
Jean Piaget, her thinking is characterized by:
(1) Centration
(2) Hypothetical-deductive thinking
(3) Transductive reasoning
(4) Animistic thinking 
19. Which of the following is a typical characteristic of 
students having autism ?
(1) Frequent repetitive and recurring behaviour
(2) Higher level of communication skills
(3) Superior ability of differentiating fiction from 
fact
(4) Advanced socio-emotional reciprocity
20. Which of the following is an effective method to 
enhance problem-solving skills in children ?
(1) Providing them with ready-made solutions to 
problems
(2) Giving them opportunities to brainstorm and 
make intuitive guesses
(3) Discouraging independent thinking and 
focusing on declarative knowledge
(4) Encouraging them to avoid difficult problems
21. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Teachers should create a meaningful 
environment which seeks active participation and 
engagement of all children.
 Reason (R) : All children are intrinsically motivated 
to learn and are capable of learning.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
22. Experiential learning stresses on :
(1) importance of critical reflection.
(2) learning as a product rather than a process.
(3) control of teacher on the learning of children.
(4) the role of reinforcement in learning.
23. Which of the following process does not contribute 
to the course of learning ?
(1) Conceptualization (2) Decontextualization
(3) Organization (4) Categorization
24. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option :
 Assertion (A) : Interaction with more knowledgeable 
others, such as teachers and peers, can provide the 
necessary support and guidance to help learners 
develop their understanding and skills.
 Reasons (R) : Social interaction is a key component 
of learning and development.
(1) Both (A) and (R) true, but (R) is not the correct 
explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) Both (A) and (R) are false.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A). 
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25.  According to Lev Vygotsky :
(1) Language development and cognitive 
development advance independent from each 
others.
(2) Language development facilitates cognitive 
development.
(3) Social factors influence language development, 
but not cognitive development.
(4) Cognitive development facilitates language 
development.
26.  At which level of Lawrence Kohlberg’s moral 
reasoning, do children typically believe that people 
should live up to the expectations of the society and 
behave in “good” ways ?
(1) Conventional level (2) Pre-operational level
(3) Post-operational level (3) Pre-conventional level
27.  One of the main characteristics of pre-operational 
thought according to Jean Piaget is...............which 
refers to the tendency to focus on one aspect of a 
situation and neglect others.
(1) Decentration (2) T ransduction
(3) Causation (4) Centration
28.  Physical growth and development follow 
the.................and................principles of development.
(1) proximodistal (top-down); cephalocaudal (inner 
to outer)
(2) differentiation (simple to complex); integration 
(complex to simple)
(3) integration (simple to complex); differentiation 
(complex to simple)
(4) cephalocaudual (top-down); proximodistal 
(inner to outer)
29.  In early childhood, growth.............and thinking 
is.............., while in middle childhood, growth.......... 
and thinking is.................. .
(1) is steady, logical; slows, egocentric
(2) slows, logical; is steady, egocentric
(3) slows, somewhat egocentric; is steady, logical
(4) is steady, somewhat egocentric; slows logical
30. Which of the following is a gross motor skill ?
(1) Cutting along the outline of a circle on a paper
(2) Cutting along the outline of a big rectangle on a 
paper
(3) Knitting
(4) Swimming
Mathematics
31. Which of the following is the most appropriate way 
to help a primary school learner to visualize the 
equivalence between the fractions
 
2
3
 
and
 
4
6
 
?
 
(1) Using Fraction Discs
(2) Using Calculators
(3) Using Division method
(4) Using LCM (Least Common Multiple) method
32. Subitizing plays an important role in developing the 
number sense. Which of the following is an example 
of a student demonstrating the skill of subitizing?
 (1) Student recognizes the number 4 as the number 
  with 1 taken away from 5. 
(2) Student recognizes the number 5 as the successor 
of 4. 
(3) Student recognizes the number 6 as 1 added to 
5.
(4) Student rolls a die and is able to say it is four 
without actually counting the dots.
33. According to the National Education Policy (NEP) 
2020, olympiads and competitions in various subjects 
will be __________ across the country. 
(1) discouraged (2) reduced
(3) made easier (4) Strengthened
34. Classroom researches have shown that most of the 
students find mathematics more difficult than the 
other subjects they study in the same class. Which of 
the following aspects of the nature of mathematics 
adds to his fear?
(1) The scope of a number of different methods to 
solve a problem in mathematics.
(2) The abstract nature of primary concepts in 
mathematics.
(3) The vast knowledge base of mathematics.
(4) The scope of multiple answers to a given 
question in mathematics.
35. According to the National Curriculum Framework, 
2005, classroom researches have indicated a fairly 
systematic devaluation of girls as incapable of 
mastering mathematics even when they perform 
well in mathematics. What is the most appropriate 
reason for this? 
(1) Gendered constructs of society have led to the 
belief that boys use more innovative strategies 
for problem-solving and thus have better 
conceptual understanding. 
(2) The mathematical abilities in boys are innate.
(3) Poor performance of girls in mathematics is due 
to the fear of mathematics prevalent in them.
(4) Mathematics, by its nature, is a male-dominated 
subject.
36. A teacher user role play method in mathematics 
class. Her aim is :
(1) entertaining children.
(2) maintaining discipline.
(3) keeping children busy.
(4) projecting ideas.
37. Who among the following has worked in the field of 
mathematical astronomy ?
(1) Ramanujan (2) Mahavira
(3) Aryabhatta (4) Bhaskara I
38. A vegetable seller was selling spinach for ? 60 per 
kg. Sonu purchased 350 g of spinach for which the 
vegetable seller took ? 21 ( ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 6 + ? 3) 
from Sonu. Which of the following statements is/are 
true regarding the mathematical skills used by the 
vegetable seller?
 A. This mathematical skill is ambiguous.
 B. This skill is not useful to solve mathematical   
 problems in class.
 C. Such skills help in developing alternate strategies 
  for solving mathematical problems.
 Choose the correct option :
(1) Only B (2) Only C
(3) A and B (4) Only A
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39. Which of the following depicts a situation where 
children are constructing knowledge on their own ?
(1) Children are given manipulatives like number 
grids, tokens arranged in rectangular arrays and 
they are exploring multiplication patterns using 
them.
(2) Teacher has written incomplete multiplication 
tables on blackboard and children are completing 
the tables by writing them on blackboard.
(3) The best student in the class reads aloud the 
multiplication tables and rest of the students 
repeat after him/her.
(4) Children are reciting multiplication tables in a 
chorus.
40. Which of the following statements is not correct 
about assessment ?
(1) Criterion-referenced assessment is useful in 
diagnostic testing and remedial teaching.
(2) Norm-referenced assessment tells us where a 
student stands as compared to other students in 
his/her performance.
(3) Norm-referenced assessment is useful in 
diagnostic testing and remedial teaching.
(4) Criterion-referenced assessment is to evaluate 
the mastery learning of the students.
41. Concepts like more-less, long-short, far-near, big-
small, etc. are :
 (1) Simply English language adjectives.
(2) Important pre-number concepts.
(3) Vague terms for comparison.
(4) Antonyms, not necessary for learning 
mathematics.
42. Mathematical learning material :
A. helps teachers in demonstrating the formulae
B. helps students in self-learning
C. helps teachers in providing instructions
D. develops learning environment in the class
Choose the correct option :
(1) B and D (2) B and C
(3) C and D (4) A and B
43. Which of the following statements is not correct ?
(1) Errors in mathematics help teachers in planning 
their lessons.
(2) Errors of the students should be overlooked as 
pointing errors will demotivate them.
(3) Errors of the students give information about 
their thought process.
(4) Errors in mathematics are part of learning.
44. To develop appreciation for mathematics among 
children, a teacher performs the following activities 
in the class. Choose the one which is not effective to 
achieve her objective.
(1) She gives mathematical puzzles and magic 
squares to be solved in the class.
(2) She establishes a mathematics corner in her 
class where students can perform various 
mathematical activities.
(3) She always praises the student who achieves 
highest marks in the class in the term-end 
examination.
(4) She shows to children the videos on Indian 
mathematicians and their contribution.
45. Which of the following statements about nature of 
mathematics are most appropriate ?
 A. It helps the child to be creative.
 B. It helps in nurturing the child’s imagination.
 C. It is based on deductive reasoning.
 D. It is always convergent.
 Choose the correct option
(1) A and C (2) A and B
(3) A, B and C (4) B and C
46. Which of the following arrangements represents a 
descending order of numbers ?
(1) 10.5, 1.05, 1.055, 1.50, 1.005, 0.155
(2) 10.5, 1.50, 1.05, 1.055, 1.005, 0.155
(3) 10.5, 1.50, 1.055, 1.05, 1.005, 0.155
(4) 1.05, 1.005, 1.50, 1.055, 10.5, 0.155
47. The sum of 5 – 5 + 5 – 5 + 5 – 5 _________ to odd 
number of terms is :
(1) – 5 (2) 5
(3) 15 (4) 0
48. ‘One hundred lakh‘ is also known as :
(1) One crore (2) One million
(3) One billion (4) Ten crore
49. A whole number is added to 100 and the same 
number is subtracted from 100. The sum of the two 
resulting numbers so obtained is :
(1) 50 (2) 100
(3) 200 (4) 0
50. Which of the following is not a factor of 3630 ?
(1) 5 (2) 9
(3) 11 (4) 3
51. Sangeeta wants to buy a soap that costs ? 10. She has 
a five-rupee coin, 2 one-rupee coins and 5 fifty-paise 
coins. How much more money does she need to buy 
the soap ?
(1) ? 1.50 (2)  ? 2.00
(3) ? 2.50 (4)  ? 0.50
52. Rubina started her journey by car at 16.50 hours and 
finished at 21:15 hours on the same day. The time 
taken in completing the journey is :
(1) 4 hours 25 minutes (2)  3 hours 35 minutes
(3) 4 hours 35 minutes (4)  3 hours 25 minutes
53. Select the group of fractions in an ascending order :
(1)
 
1
2
1
3
1
4
<<
 
(2)
  
1
3
1
4
1
2
<<
(3)
 
1
4
1
3
1
2
<<
 
(4)
  
1
2
1
4
1
3
<<
54. Priyadarshini mixed 4.8 kg of almonds, 2500 g of 
raisin and 3.5 kg of cashews and packed the mixture 
equally into three dozen packets. What is the weight 
of each packet ?
(1) 300 g (2) 500 g
(3) 650 g (4) 250 g
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55. The side of a square is 5 cm. How many times will 
the new area become, if the side of the square is 
doubled ?
(1) 3 times (2) 4 times
(3) 8 times (4) 2 times
56. Which of the following statements is is not true ?
(1) A rhombus becomes a square if all its angles are  
equal. 
(2) A parallelogram becomes a rectangle if all its angles 
are equal.
(3) A kite becomes a rectangle if its opposite angles are 
equal.
(4) A rectangle becomes a square if all its sides are equal.
57. What is the missing number in the pattern given 
below ?
 1, 6, 15, __________, 45, 66, 91
(1) 32 (2) 25
(3) 36 (4) 28
58. Read the following table :
Blood Group Number of Students
A 9
B 6
O 12
AB 3
T otal 30
 What is the ratio of the most common and rarest 
blood groups ?
(1) 4 : 1 (2) 3 : 1
(3) 1 : 4 (4) 1 : 3
59. Ashwini is arranging 36 identical squares in the form 
of different rectangles. How many different types of 
rectangles can she make with these squares ? 
(1) Five (2) Six
(3) Eight (4) Four
60. Which one of the following groups have all 
3-dimensional shapes ? 
(1) Cube, Cuboid, Circle, Triangle
(2) Cube, Cuboid, Sphere, Cylinder
(3) Cube, Cuboid, Semi-circle, Cone
(4) Cube, Cuboid, Circle, Cone
Environmental Studies
61. You want to encourage hands-on activities for 
students of EVS. Which of the following is the most 
appropriate activity?
(1) Developing an EVS kit from available material
(2) Drawing parts of different plants on a chart
(3) Map reading from a globe
(4) Collecting coins of different countries
62. Formative assessment of EVS is __________ .
A. Assessment for learning
B. Assessment of learning
C. Assessment as learning
D. Assessment about learning
Choose the correct option:
(1) A and C (2) B and C
(3) C and D (4) A and B
63. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option:
 Assertion (A): Field trips are an effective pedagogical 
strategy in EVS.
 Reason (R): Field trips promote memorisation of 
objects, events and places.
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the 
correct explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A).
64. You have to select EVS textbooks for your students 
of classes III to V. Which of the following criteria is 
most appropriate for this purpose?
(1) The textbook should be illustrated and appealing 
to students.
(2) The textbook should be child-oriented and 
devoid of any stereotypes or derogatory attitudes 
based on gender, caste, class and religion.
(3) Pictures in the book should be big and colourful.
(4) The language should be simple and according to 
the mental level of students
65. Read the following statements and choose the 
correct option:
Assertion (A): At the primary level EVS has themes 
instead of topics.
Reason (R): Theme-based EVS learning is easy for 
teachers and students as compared to topics.
(1) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the 
correct explanation of (A).
(2) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
(3) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
(4) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct 
explanation of (A).
66. Which of the following is not a learning outcome in 
EVS for students of Class III?
(1) Observes rules in few local, indoor, outdoor 
games
(2) Identifies directions of classroom
(3) Voices opinion on good and bad touch
(4) V oices opinion on issues observed/experienced and 
relates to social practices such as discrimination in 
ownership of resources
67. Which of the following options is a major objective 
of teaching EVS from classes I to V?
(1) Developing in-depth understanding of the basic 
concepts of the subject
(2) Helping learners link classroom learning to life 
outside the school
(3) Acquiring skills to carry out hands-on activities 
independently
(4) Preparing students for studying science at the 
middle level
68. Ms. Sheetal likes to use stories and poems in primary 
classes to explain various concepts of EVS. The most 
appropriate logic for her using stories and poems is 
to:
A. complete the EVS syllabus as well as students 
have heard them before coming to school.
B. encourage the students to write their own poems 
and stories.