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Exam Type: FPSC | Questions: 109 | Marks: -
Pedagogy is best defined as?
Options: A: The science of learning, B: The art of motivating, C: The method of evaluation, D: The science of teaching
Correct Answer: D
Who is considered the father of modern education?
Options: A: John Dewey, B: Jean Piaget, C: Paulo Freire, D: Friedrich Froebel
Correct Answer: A
Which learning theory is based on stimulus-response?
Options: A: Constructivism, B: Behaviorism, C: Cognitivism, D: Humanism
Correct Answer: B
Which philosopher is associated with discovery learning?
Options: A: B.F. Skinner, B: Jerome Bruner, C: Lev Vygotsky, D: Jean Piaget
Correct Answer: B
The “Zone of Proximal Development” was introduced by?
Options: A: Jean Piaget, B: John Locke, C: Lev Vygotsky, D: Albert Bandura
Correct Answer: C
According to Piaget, the stage of 7–11 years is?
Options: A: Formal operational stage, B: Concrete operational stage, C: Pre-operational stage, D: Sensorimotor stage
Correct Answer: B
Which psychologist proposed the Hierarchy of Needs?
Options: A: Erik Erikson, B: Abraham Maslow, C: Carl Rogers, D: Howard Gardner
Correct Answer: B
Which teaching method emphasizes “learning by doing”?
Options: A: Lecture method, B: Project method, C: Rote method, D: Discussion method
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following is a principle of child-centered education?
Options: A: Teacher control, B: Active participation, C: Strict discipline, D: Memorization
Correct Answer: B
Who gave the theory of Multiple Intelligences?
Options: A: Howard Gardner, B: Daniel Goleman, C: Edward Thorndike, D: Robert Sternberg
Correct Answer: A
Operant conditioning theory was given by?
Options: A: Ivan Pavlov, B: John Dewey, C: B.F. Skinner, D: Jean Piaget
Correct Answer: C
Pavlov is best known for his work on?
Options: A: Operant conditioning, B: Classical conditioning, C: Cognitive learning, D: Social learning
Correct Answer: B
The purpose of formative assessment is to?
Options: A: Assign grades, B: Improve learning during instruction, C: Judge final performance, D: Compare with peers
Correct Answer: B
A child learning language imitates sounds. This reflects?
Options: A: Social learning, B: Trial and error, C: Conditioning, D: Constructivism
Correct Answer: A
The term “Andragogy” is related to?
Options: A: Teaching children, B: Teaching adults, C: Teaching special children, D: Teaching in groups
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following is NOT a teaching aid?
Options: A: Blackboard, B: Chart, C: Textbook, D: Punishment
Correct Answer: D
The best method to develop problem-solving ability is?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Project work, C: Dictation, D: Copying notes
Correct Answer: B
The main focus of Bloom’s taxonomy is on?
Options: A: Social development, B: Cognitive objectives, C: Emotional health, D: Physical growth
Correct Answer: B
In pedagogy, “Scaffolding” refers to?
Options: A: Breaking discipline, B: Supporting learners temporarily, C: Rote memorization, D: Peer pressure
Correct Answer: B
The main goal of education according to John Dewey is?
Options: A: Moral training, B: Preparation for exams, C: Social efficiency, D: Religious education
Correct Answer: C
Which of these is an example of intrinsic motivation?
Options: A: Working for a reward, B: Studying to avoid punishment, C: Reading for enjoyment, D: Competing for prizes
Correct Answer: C
Which type of curriculum is activity-centered?
Options: A: Subject-centered, B: Child-centered, C: Teacher-centered, D: Traditional curriculum
Correct Answer: B
The word “Pedagogy” is derived from?
Options: A: Greek, B: Latin, C: Sanskrit, D: French
Correct Answer: A
The “Law of Effect” was proposed by?
Options: A: Jean Piaget, B: Edward Thorndike, C: John Dewey, D: Lev Vygotsky
Correct Answer: B
Which one is an example of summative evaluation?
Options: A: Class test, B: Unit test, C: Annual examination, D: Oral questioning
Correct Answer: C
In cooperative learning, students are encouraged to?
Options: A: Work individually, B: Compete with others, C: Work together in groups, D: Depend on teachers
Correct Answer: C
Reinforcement in learning means?
Options: A: Punishment, B: Reward, C: Strengthening behavior, D: Ignoring mistakes
Correct Answer: C
According to Gardner, musical intelligence is shown by?
Options: A: Composing songs, B: Solving math problems, C: Playing sports, D: Debating
Correct Answer: A
Critical pedagogy was introduced by?
Options: A: Paulo Freire, B: John Dewey, C: Maria Montessori, D: Ivan Illich
Correct Answer: A
Which is the most child-centered method?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Storytelling, C: Play-way, D: Drill
Correct Answer: C
Diagnostic evaluation is used to?
Options: A: Assign grades, B: Identify learning difficulties, C: Rank students, D: Test at the end
Correct Answer: B
The process of learning through imitation is called?
Options: A: Conditioning, B: Modeling, C: Memorization, D: Reinforcement
Correct Answer: B
In Bloom’s taxonomy, the affective domain deals with?
Options: A: Attitudes and values, B: Physical skills, C: Memory, D: Reasoning
Correct Answer: A
Which is an example of psychomotor skill?
Options: A: Writing, B: Understanding, C: Judging, D: Remembering
Correct Answer: A
Which type of motivation comes from rewards and punishments?
Options: A: Extrinsic, B: Intrinsic, C: Self-motivation, D: Natural
Correct Answer: A
Maria Montessori is known for?
Options: A: Teacher-centered education, B: Child-centered education, C: Behaviorist theory, D: Reward-punishment method
Correct Answer: B
Which of these is NOT a characteristic of good teaching?
Options: A: Clarity of speech, B: Encouragement, C: Strict authoritarianism, D: Use of examples
Correct Answer: C
Education according to Gandhiji emphasizes?
Options: A: Religious education, B: Vocational training, C: Theoretical knowledge, D: Memorization
Correct Answer: B
Curriculum is mainly concerned with?
Options: A: Content to be taught, B: Teacher salary, C: School building, D: Examination schedule
Correct Answer: A
Piaget’s theory is mainly about?
Options: A: Cognitive development, B: Emotional development, C: Social development, D: Physical growth
Correct Answer: A
Bandura’s “Bobo Doll experiment” is related to?
Options: A: Social learning theory, B: Classical conditioning, C: Trial and error, D: Information processing
Correct Answer: A
The main aim of inclusive education is?
Options: A: Separate schools, B: Equal opportunities, C: High competition, D: Expensive facilities
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following is NOT a principle of learning?
Options: A: Readiness, B: Exercise, C: Disuse, D: Effect
Correct Answer: C
The best way to handle a disruptive child is?
Options: A: Punish immediately, B: Ignore completely, C: Understand the cause, D: Send home
Correct Answer: C
Microteaching is focused on?
Options: A: Practicing teaching skills, B: Memorizing content, C: Exam preparation, D: Discipline
Correct Answer: A
Reflective teaching means?
Options: A: Copying other teachers, B: Thinking about one’s own teaching, C: Writing reflections, D: Repeating lessons
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following is not an objective of education?
Options: A: Social development, B: Economic development, C: Political propaganda, D: Moral development
Correct Answer: C
The teacher acts as a guide in which method?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Discovery, C: Dictation, D: Drill
Correct Answer: B
Learning by trial and error was explained by?
Options: A: Edward Thorndike, B: Ivan Pavlov, C: John Dewey, D: Skinner
Correct Answer: A
A test which measures what it intends to measure has?
Options: A: Validity, B: Reliability, C: Objectivity, D: Usability
Correct Answer: A
Which is a higher-order question?
Options: A: What is 2+2?, B: Define democracy, C: Why is democracy important?, D: Write the spelling of pedagogy
Correct Answer: C
Education is a lifelong process because?
Options: A: Schools never end, B: Learning occurs throughout life, C: Teachers keep teaching, D: Exams are never over
Correct Answer: B
The term “curriculum” means?
Options: A: Course of study, B: Examination system, C: Teaching aid, D: Student notebook
Correct Answer: A
Which is the best example of experiential learning?
Options: A: Reading a chapter, B: Watching a video, C: Doing a science experiment, D: Listening to lecture
Correct Answer: C
The main aim of classroom management is?
Options: A: Punishing students, B: Maintaining discipline, C: Facilitating learning, D: Controlling talk
Correct Answer: C
Who gave the stages of moral development?
Options: A: Kohlberg, B: Skinner, C: Erikson, D: Piaget
Correct Answer: A
A democratic classroom emphasizes?
Options: A: Teacher authority, B: Student participation, C: Strict rules, D: Passive learning
Correct Answer: B
The main characteristic of constructivist teaching is?
Options: A: Rote learning, B: Active learner involvement, C: Teacher lectures only, D: Copying notes
Correct Answer: B
Which one is NOT a level of teaching?
Options: A: Memory, B: Understanding, C: Reflective, D: Evaluative
Correct Answer: D
Which type of questions test application skills?
Options: A: Recall, B: Objective, C: Problem-solving, D: Multiple choice only
Correct Answer: C
The best way to evaluate affective objectives is?
Options: A: Written tests, B: Observation, C: Multiple choice, D: Oral exams
Correct Answer: B
Inclusive education benefits?
Options: A: Only normal students, B: Only disabled students, C: Both normal and disabled students, D: Teachers only
Correct Answer: C
Pedagogy focuses on?
Options: A: Teaching methods, B: Financial systems, C: Political systems, D: Sports
Correct Answer: A
Which of the following is a non-verbal communication?
Options: A: Blackboard, B: Gestures, C: Lecture, D: Discussion
Correct Answer: B
In Bloom’s taxonomy, creating is?
Options: A: Lowest level, B: Highest level, C: Middle level, D: Not included
Correct Answer: B
The Montessori method emphasizes?
Options: A: Discipline, B: Play and activity, C: Memorization, D: Lecturing
Correct Answer: B
Which is a good example of cooperative learning?
Options: A: Debate, B: Group project, C: Solo assignment, D: Test
Correct Answer: B
Teacher’s role in inquiry-based learning is?
Options: A: Dictator, B: Facilitator, C: Judge, D: Observer
Correct Answer: B
Which is NOT a principle of motivation?
Options: A: Reward, B: Punishment, C: Interest, D: Curiosity
Correct Answer: B
According to Piaget, abstract reasoning develops in?
Options: A: Sensorimotor, B: Pre-operational, C: Concrete operational, D: Formal operational
Correct Answer: D
Which is an example of extrinsic reward?
Options: A: Enjoyment, B: Certificate, C: Interest, D: Satisfaction
Correct Answer: B
The role of evaluation in teaching is to?
Options: A: Check teacher salary, B: Assess learning outcomes, C: Punish students, D: Keep parents informed only
Correct Answer: B
Which method is most suitable for teaching values?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Storytelling, C: Drill, D: Dictation
Correct Answer: B
Which is a barrier to communication?
Options: A: Clarity, B: Noise, C: Feedback, D: Eye contact
Correct Answer: B
The best method to teach grammar to young children is?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Storytelling, C: Play-way, D: Memorization
Correct Answer: C
Education according to Rousseau should be?
Options: A: Natural, B: Artificial, C: Bookish, D: Rigid
Correct Answer: A
Which of these is NOT an objective of classroom questioning?
Options: A: To check understanding, B: To maintain attention, C: To confuse students, D: To stimulate thinking
Correct Answer: C
Formative evaluation is also known as?
Options: A: Final exam, B: Continuous assessment, C: Annual test, D: Screening
Correct Answer: B
“Learning by doing” is emphasized by?
Options: A: John Dewey, B: Skinner, C: Pavlov, D: Bandura
Correct Answer: A
Which is a good strategy for slow learners?
Options: A: Ignoring them, B: Extra coaching, C: Punishing, D: Labeling
Correct Answer: B
Audio-visual aids are useful because?
Options: A: They increase teacher authority, B: They make learning effective, C: They replace books, D: They save teacher time
Correct Answer: B
The main purpose of teacher training is?
Options: A: Passing exams, B: Improving teaching skills, C: Getting higher salary, D: Reducing student workload
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following is NOT part of communication?
Options: A: Sender, B: Receiver, C: Noise, D: Punishment
Correct Answer: D
Which of these is the most effective teaching strategy?
Options: A: One-way lecture, B: Interactive discussion, C: Dictation, D: Memorization
Correct Answer: B
The term “Hidden curriculum” refers to?
Options: A: Official syllabus, B: Unwritten lessons from school culture, C: Teacher notes, D: Homework
Correct Answer: B
Which is NOT a feature of constructivist learning?
Options: A: Active learning, B: Collaboration, C: Rote memorization, D: Problem-solving
Correct Answer: C
Social development is best achieved by?
Options: A: Group activities, B: Individual assignments, C: Silent reading, D: Homework
Correct Answer: A
Which of these is a student-centered method?
Options: A: Debate, B: Lecture, C: Dictation, D: Explanation
Correct Answer: A
The primary role of assessment is?
Options: A: To improve learning, B: To punish, C: To grade only, D: To control
Correct Answer: A
Which of these is a principle of child development?
Options: A: Uniform rate, B: Continuous process, C: Same for all children, D: Fixed stages only
Correct Answer: B
A test that gives similar results consistently is?
Options: A: Valid, B: Reliable, C: Usable, D: Objective
Correct Answer: B
Which method develops critical thinking best?
Options: A: Lecture, B: Questioning, C: Rote learning, D: Copying
Correct Answer: B
A good question paper should have?
Options: A: Ambiguous questions, B: Balanced difficulty, C: Only easy questions, D: Only hard questions
Correct Answer: B
Education according to Tagore should be?
Options: A: Nature-centered, B: Book-centered, C: Exam-centered, D: Teacher-centered
Correct Answer: A
Which of these is NOT a co-curricular activity?
Options: A: Sports, B: Debate, C: Homework, D: Music
Correct Answer: C
Project method was introduced by?
Options: A: William Kilpatrick, B: John Dewey, C: Skinner, D: Piaget
Correct Answer: A
The main aim of value education is?
Options: A: Scoring marks, B: Developing moral values, C: Learning history, D: Passing exams
Correct Answer: B
In pedagogy, feedback is important for?
Options: A: Teacher only, B: Student only, C: Both teacher and student, D: Parents only
Correct Answer: C
Which one is an example of higher-order skill?
Options: A: Remembering facts, B: Solving case study, C: Repeating definitions, D: Writing spelling
Correct Answer: B
Which of the following helps in reflective learning?
Options: A: Writing journals, B: Memorizing, C: Copying notes, D: Dictation
Correct Answer: A
The best way to motivate students is?
Options: A: Threatening, B: Encouraging and supporting, C: Ignoring them, D: Punishing
Correct Answer: B
The main feature of programmed instruction is?
Options: A: Linear steps, B: Open-ended, C: No sequence, D: Random order
Correct Answer: A
The best method to test psychomotor skills is?
Options: A: Performance test, B: Essay writing, C: Multiple choice, D: Short answers
Correct Answer: A
Peer learning means?
Options: A: Learning alone, B: Learning from teachers, C: Learning from classmates, D: Learning from parents
Correct Answer: C
The main role of ICT in education is?
Options: A: Entertainment, B: Enhance teaching-learning, C: Reduce books, D: Replace teachers
Correct Answer: B
Who gave the “Social Development Theory”?
Options: A: Vygotsky, B: Piaget, C: Dewey, D: Skinner
Correct Answer: A
Which is NOT a level of Bloom’s taxonomy?
Options: A: Knowledge, B: Understanding, C: Creation, D: Instinct
Correct Answer: D
Pedagogical content knowledge refers to?
Options: A: Knowing subject only, B: Knowing how to teach subject, C: Writing notes, D: Preparing exams
Correct Answer: B
Education psychology mainly helps?
Options: A: Parents, B: Students, C: Teachers, D: Policymakers
Correct Answer: C