TRB PGT Education Unit 1.3 Perspectives of Education - Primary Education.

TRB PGT Education Unit 1.3 Perspectives of Education - Primary Education.

1. Who proposed the concept of "Kindergarten" for primary education?

A) John Dewey B) Friedrich Froebel C) Maria Montessori D) Jean Piaget

2. The primary aim of education, according to the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, is to develop:

A) Rote memorization skills B) A strong foundation in literacy and numeracy C) Competitive spirit among students D) Only theoretical knowledge

3. Which of the following is considered the most appropriate method for teaching science at the primary level?

A) Lecture method B) Project method C) Rote learning D) Dictation method

4. The concept of "Free and Compulsory Education for all Children" is enshrined in which article of the Indian Constitution?

A) Article 21A B) Article 45 C) Article 29 D) Article 30

5. What is the main objective of formative assessment in primary education?

A) To grade students at the end of a term B) To provide feedback for improving learning C) To rank students based on their performance D) To identify students who need to be held back

6. The 'child-centered' approach to education primarily emphasizes:

A) The teacher's role in delivering content B) The curriculum and textbook content C) The child's experiences, needs, and interests D) Strict discipline and classroom rules

7. According to Piaget, a child in the preoperational stage of development is unable to understand:

A) Symbolism B) Conservation C) Object permanence D) Egocentrism

8. What is the term for the process of providing temporary support to a child to help them learn a task just beyond their current ability?

A) Conditioning B) Scaffolding C) Modeling D) Reinforcement

9. The RTE Act, 2009, mandates that the school must have a teacher-pupil ratio of:

A) 1:25 B) 1:30 C) 1:35 D) 1:40

10. The main purpose of including play in the primary school curriculum is:

A) To provide a break from academic subjects B) To help children develop social, emotional, and cognitive skills C) To keep children engaged and busy D) To improve physical fitness only

11. A teacher at the primary level should:

A) Follow a rigid and structured timetable B) Be a facilitator of learning C) Focus on completion of syllabus on time D) Use a single teaching method for all students

12. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good primary school curriculum?

A) It is child-centered B) It promotes integrated learning C) It is rigid and inflexible D) It is based on local context and culture

13. The term 'holistic development' in primary education refers to:

A) Development of intellectual abilities only B) Development of physical abilities only C) Development of all aspects: physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral D) Development of artistic skills only

14. What is the full form of NCF, which provides the framework for school syllabi and textbooks in India?

A) National Council of Fitness B) National Curriculum Framework C) National Committee for Federation D) National Council for Finance

15. The role of a parent in a child's primary education is best described as:

A) A passive recipient of information from the school B) A co-educator and active partner in the learning process C) A disciplinarian at home D) A provider of financial resources only

16. The concept of 'constructivism' in education, pioneered by theorists like Vygotsky and Piaget, suggests that:

A) Knowledge is transmitted from teacher to student B) Students passively absorb information C) Learners actively construct their own knowledge and understanding D) Learning is a linear and predictable process

17. Inclusive education at the primary level means:

A) Educating children with disabilities in separate schools B) Educating only gifted children in regular schools C) Educating all children together in the same classroom, regardless of their differences D) Providing separate special education teachers in regular schools

18. What is the role of a teacher in a constructivist classroom?

A) To lecture and transmit information B) To be a sole authority of knowledge C) To facilitate and guide students' learning D) To test and grade students frequently

19. Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) in primary education emphasizes:

A) Evaluation of only academic performance B) Regular and holistic assessment of a child's development C) Only assessment of co-curricular activities D) A single, high-stakes examination

20. The concept of "multi-grade teaching" is often used in primary schools in rural areas because:

A) It is the most effective teaching method B) It allows for better resource management and teacher utilization C) It is mandated by the government D) It is easier for teachers to manage

21. Who among the following is considered the father of modern psychology and the founder of the first psychology lab?

A) Sigmund Freud B) B. F. Skinner C) Wilhelm Wundt D) Carl Rogers

22. The theory of multiple intelligences was proposed by:

A) Jean Piaget B) Howard Gardner C) Lev Vygotsky D) Robert Sternberg

23. Which of the following is an example of a fine motor skill?

A) Running B) Jumping C) Writing D) Climbing

24. The term 'Readiness for Learning' implies that a child should:

A) Be of a certain age to learn B) Have the necessary cognitive and physical maturity C) Be motivated by a teacher D) Have completed the previous grade's syllabus

25. What is the primary role of a teacher in the 'Direct Instruction' model of teaching?

A) To facilitate group discussions B) To provide clear, structured lessons and explanations C) To let students discover knowledge on their own D) To act as a passive observer

26. The term "Zone of Proximal Development" (ZPD) was introduced by:

A) Sigmund Freud B) Lev Vygotsky C) B. F. Skinner D) Albert Bandura

27. Which of the following is NOT a principle of the National Curriculum Framework (NCF) 2005?

A) Connecting knowledge to life outside the school B) Ensuring that learning shifts away from rote methods C) Making examinations more rigid D) Nurturing an overriding identity informed by caring concerns

28. The concept of "Integrated Learning" at the primary level means:

A) Teaching all subjects separately B) Combining different subjects and themes into a single lesson C) Using a single textbook for all subjects D) Focusing only on literacy and numeracy

29. What is the most significant benefit of activity-based learning at the primary stage?

A) It keeps children physically active B) It helps children learn through direct experience C) It reduces the need for teacher involvement D) It ensures that the syllabus is completed quickly

30. The "Pedagogy of the Oppressed" is a renowned work in the field of education by which author?

A) B. F. Skinner B) Paulo Freire C) John Dewey D) Maria Montessori

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