Teaching Aptitude: 50 MCQ Practice Set (Set 2) – NCET EXAM
This set focuses on Psychological Foundations, Classroom Management, and the New Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
1. The "Foundational Stage" in the new 5+3+3+4 structure includes:
A) Classes 1 and 2 only
B) 3 years of Anganwadi/Pre-school + Classes 1 and 2
C) Nursery to Class 5
D) Only Anganwadi
Answer: B
2. Which of the following is an example of a "Graphic Aid"?
A) Motion picture
B) Diagrams and Maps
C) Radio
D) Periodicals
Answer: B
3. 'Micro-teaching' is most useful for students of:
A) Primary classes
B) Junior High classes
C) Teacher Training institutions
D) Graduation classes
Answer: C
4. If a student is not able to answer a question in your class, you should:
A) Punish the student
B) Ask another student to answer
C) Provide hints to help the student reach the answer
D) Ask the student to sit down and ignore them
Answer: C
5. The concept of "Emotional Intelligence" was popularized by:
A) Daniel Goleman
B) Jean Piaget
C) Howard Gardner
D) Robert Sternberg
Answer: A
6. Which method is most suitable for teaching "Science" at the school level?
A) Lecture Method
B) Project/Heuristic Method
C) Dictation Method
D) Storytelling Method
Answer: B
7. "Operation Blackboard" was launched to improve:
A) Adult Literacy
B) Primary Education
C) Secondary Education
D) Higher Education
Answer: B
8. A teacher's most important challenge is:
A) To maintain discipline in the classroom
B) To make the teaching-learning process enjoyable
C) To prepare the question paper
D) To check homework regularly
Answer: B
9. The "Three-Language Formula" was first suggested by:
A) Kothari Commission (1964-66)
B) Chattopadhyaya Commission
C) Mudaliar Commission
D) Radhakrishnan Commission
Answer: A
10. What is the full form of 'DIKSHA', the national portal for teachers?
A) Digital Infrastructure for Knowledge Sharing
B) Digital Institute for Knowledge and Skills of Himachal
C) Direct Information for Knowledge and Science Help
D) Digital India Knowledge Sharing Association
Answer: A
11. Which of the following is a "Learner-Centered" method?
A) Demonstration
B) Lecture
C) Inquiry-based learning
D) Historical method
Answer: C
12. When a child fails in a class, it implies that:
A) The child is not fit for studies
B) The child has not memorized the answers
C) The system/schooling process has failed
D) The parents have failed
Answer: C (Education is a systemic responsibility.)
13. "Cognitive Dissonance" in a classroom occurs when:
A) Students are bored
B) New information contradicts existing beliefs
C) The teacher is too loud
D) Students are playing
Answer: B
14. The 'National Curriculum Framework' (NCF) is prepared by:
A) CBSE
B) NCTE
C) NCERT
D) UGC
Answer: C
15. "Scaffolding" in the context of learning refers to:
A) Simulation teaching
B) Recapitulation of previous learning
C) Temporary support in learning given by adults/peers
D) Giving a lot of homework
Answer: C
16. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a "Gifted" child?
A) High level of curiosity
B) Independent thinking
C) Preference for repetitive tasks
D) Advanced vocabulary
Answer: C
17. "Trial and Error" theory of learning was proposed by:
A) Pavlov
B) Thorndike
C) Kohler
D) Watson
Answer: B
18. The main purpose of "Evaluation" in teaching is:
A) To label students as 'Pass' or 'Fail'
B) To identify the learning gaps and improve the process
C) To compare students with each other
D) To maintain administrative records
Answer: B
19. Which of the following is a "Visual Aid"?
A) Tape recorder
B) Epidiascope
C) Radio
D) Gramophone
Answer: B
20. A democratic teacher is one who:
A) Allows students to do whatever they want
B) Decides everything for the students
C) Acts as a guide and respects students' opinions
D) Does not teach at all
Answer: C
21. "Learning without Burden" was the tagline of which committee report?
A) Yashpal Committee
B) Ramamurti Committee
C) Janardhana Reddy Committee
D) Kothari Commission
Answer: A
22. 'ADHD' is a disorder related to:
A) Speech
B) Attention and Hyperactivity
C) Vision
D) Hearing
Answer: B
23. The first step in the "Problem-Solving" method of teaching is:
A) Collection of data
B) Identification of the problem
C) Formation of hypothesis
D) Evaluation
Answer: B
24. "Individual Differences" in a classroom should be:
A) Ignored
B) Minimized by strict teaching
C) Viewed as an asset for the teacher to diversify instruction
D) Categorized into separate sections
Answer: C
25. Which of the following is an "Objective Type" question?
A) Short answer
B) Essay type
C) Multiple Choice Question (MCQ)
D) Summary writing
Answer: C
26. In the "Montessori" method, the emphasis is on:
A) Rote learning
B) Sensory development and self-directed activity
C) Strict discipline
D) Large group lectures
Answer: B
27. What is the role of a teacher in a "Constructivist" classroom?
A) Authority figure
B) Passive observer
C) Facilitator and co-learner
D) Dictator
Answer: C
28. "Critical Pedagogy" encourages students to:
A) Accept everything they read
B) Challenge status quo and think critically about society
C) Memorize textbooks
D) Follow the teacher blindly
Answer: B
29. The full form of 'NCTE' is:
A) National Council of Technical Education
B) National Council for Teacher Education
C) National Center for Teaching and Evaluation
D) National Committee for Teacher Empowerment
Answer: B
30. Which is the best way to handle a student who is "Gifted but Underachieving"?
A) Give them more of the same work
B) Identify their interests and provide challenging projects
C) Punish them for low marks
D) Transfer them to a lower class
Answer: B
31. "Values" are best taught by:
A) Giving long lectures on morality
B) Modeling the desired behavior yourself as a teacher
C) Making students read religious books
D) Showing movies
Answer: B
32. The term "Sociometry" is used to study:
A) Mathematical skills
B) Group dynamics and relationships among students
C) Social Science facts
D) Historical dates
Answer: B
33. What is 'Blended Learning'?
A) Learning two languages at once
B) A mix of traditional face-to-face and online learning
C) Learning science and arts together
D) Mixing students of different ages
Answer: B
34. A teacher should use 'Positive Reinforcement' to:
A) Lower a student's self-esteem
B) Increase the frequency of desirable behavior
C) Stop a student from asking questions
D) Make students afraid
Answer: B
35. Which psychologist gave the theory of "Multiple Intelligences"?
A) Alfred Binet
B) Howard Gardner
C) Lewis Terman
D) David Wechsler
Answer: B
36. "School Assembly" is a platform for:
A) Giving punishments
B) Developing a sense of community and sharing information
C) Shouting at students
D) Just standing in the sun
Answer: B
37. The 'Integrated Teacher Education Programme' (ITEP) is for a duration of:
A) 2 Years
B) 3 Years
C) 4 Years
D) 5 Years
Answer: C
38. "Aptitude" is defined as:
A) The current knowledge a person has
B) The potential or natural ability to learn a skill
C) A person's physical strength
D) A person's memory power
Answer: B
39. "Peer Tutoring" is effective because:
A) It saves the teacher's time
B) Students often understand concepts better when explained by a peer
C) It is cheaper
D) It helps in keeping the class quiet
Answer: B
40. If a child draws on the walls of the classroom, the teacher should:
A) Beat the child
B) Call the police
C) Provide a dedicated space/chart for the child to draw on
D) Scold the parents
Answer: C
41. The full form of 'UGC' is:
A) Union Government Council
B) University Grants Commission
C) University Governing Council
D) Universal General Commission
Answer: B
42. "Formative Evaluation" is a type of:
A) Assessment of learning
B) Assessment for learning
C) Assessment as learning
D) None of the above
Answer: B
43. Which is the most important component of "Classroom Management"?
A) Strict rules
B) Expensive furniture
C) Meaningful engagement of students
D) A loud voice of the teacher
Answer: C
44. "Gagne's Hierarchy of Learning" consists of how many levels?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
Answer: D
45. What does the term 'TLM' stand for?
A) Teacher Learning Method
B) Teaching Learning Material
C) Targeted Learning Modules
D) Team Learning Management
Answer: B
46. A "Progressive Classroom" is characterized by:
A) Fixed seating arrangements
B) Flexible grouping and collaborative learning
C) Heavy focus on textbooks only
D) Teacher-centered lectures
Answer: B
47. "Motivation" is the __________ to learning.
A) End
B) Heart
C) Barrier
D) Enemy
Answer: B
48. 'CCE' (Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation) was replaced in NEP 2020 by:
A) Holistic Progress Card
B) Only Annual Exams
C) Semester System
D) No evaluation
Answer: A
49. The 'Socratic Method' is also known as:
A) Discovery method
B) Question-Answer method
C) Play-way method
D) Lecture method
Answer: B
50. To make a class effective, a teacher should start the lesson by:
A) Dictating the heading
B) Checking the uniform
C) Linking the new topic with students' previous knowledge
D) Telling a joke
Answer: C
