Class 09 PSA Qualitative Reasoning Test

Class 9 · PSA Qualitative Reasoning

This is online test 01 for Class 09 PSA Qualitative Reasoning Test. There are 18 questions in this test with each question having around four answer choices.

Questions & Answers

1
Which is a necessary part of a book?
  • A
    pages
    Correct
  • B
    epilogue
  • C
    index
  • D
    questions
2
Which word pair is different from the others?
  • A
    Honesty-integrity
    Correct
  • B
    Modestly-proudly
  • C
    Simple-compound
  • D
    Similar-different
3
Which of the following is different from the others?
  • A
    chameleon
  • B
    lizard
  • C
    snake
  • D
    earth worm
    Correct
4
If PEACH is to HCAEP then 42651 is to................. .
  • A
    16254
  • B
    15264
  • C
    25641
  • D
    15624
    Correct
5
Marry is sixteen years old Marry is four times older than her brother. How old will Mary be when she is twice as old as her brother..............?
  • A
    20
  • B
    24
    Correct
  • C
    26
  • D
    28
6
Xylem : ? : : Transport of water : Transport of food.
  • A
    collenchyma
  • B
    paranchyma
  • C
    sclerenehyma
  • D
    phloem
    Correct
7
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” Why did students think that the first question asked by the teacher was vey easy?
  • A
    Students had seen stars in the sky
    Correct
  • B
    Students knew that stars are countable
  • C
    Star is a simple four letter word
  • D
    Teacher always asks easy questions
8
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” In response to the first question, every student answered in chorus. When teacher asked the second question, they only raised their hands. What does it indicate?
  • A
    They are scolded after the first incidence
  • B
    They are listening to the teacher’s instruction
    Correct
  • C
    Students were not disciplined
  • D
    Teacher was not able to manage the students
9
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” Why did the teacher choose the example of stars?
  • A
    She was used the same example last year
  • B
    She wanted to use a challenging example
    Correct
  • C
    That was the easiest example to take
  • D
    She couldn’t think of anything else
10
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” Why do teachers usually move about after giving tasks to their students?
  • A
    Monitor students’ ability to use knowledge
    Correct
  • B
    Keep themselves busy for the remaining time
  • C
    Points out students mistakes and faults
  • D
    Keep an eye on students talking to each other
11
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” Based on this passage, which of the following describes Joya’s behaviour?
  • A
    not obedient
  • B
    itelligent
  • C
    very excited
    Correct
  • D
    naughty
12
Read the passage given below and answer the questions that follow: It was the first term of the primary school. In a classroom, a teacher was trying to teach students countable and uncountable nouns. She asked her students, “What do you see in the night sky?” the students thought it was a very easy question. “Stars,” the class responded in chorus. “Hmmm,” said the teacher, “Who can tell me whether the stars are countable or not?” Almost all hands went up. Joga just couldn’t hold herself and blurted, “They are uncountable.” When there were about 10 minutes left for the period to end, the teacher gave students a sheet of paper. She asked them to draw something that summarises the concept. One child drew the night sky in her sheet and she made five stars. The teacher. Who was going around the class, stopped at this child’s seat and asked, “Mitali, what do you say – are the stars countable or uncountable?” without losing a second, Mitali said, “Yes ma’am, the stars here, in my sheet, are countable. But in the night sky, they are uncountable!” What can be said about Mitali’s answer? The answer was
  • A
    incorrect
  • B
    irrelevant
  • C
    polite
  • D
    thoughtful
    Correct
13
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. As per the act, who is primarily responsible for education of children?
  • A
    child
  • B
    state
    Correct
  • C
    family
  • D
    parents
14
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. The Right to Education Act focuses on
  • A
    Quality elementary education
    Correct
  • B
    Mid-day meal in schools
  • C
    Free secondary education
  • D
    Compulsory girl education
15
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. Who are not included by this act of Right of Children?
  • A
    Urban boys
  • B
    Children below 6 years
    Correct
  • C
    Urban girls
  • D
    Boys below 10 years
16
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. According to the passage, what do children of 3-6 years need?
  • A
    Literacy rich environment
    Correct
  • B
    Greenery rich environment
  • C
    Costly toys
  • D
    Good books
17
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. What role is expected from families and communities?
  • A
    To ensure good school administration
  • B
    To manage fund of the school
  • C
    To manage the school building
  • D
    To ensure child friendly education
    Correct
18
Read the following passage and answer the questions that follow: Few countries in the world have a national provision to ensure free and child-centred education. India is one of them. The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education (RTE) Act, 2009 marks a historic moment for the millions of children of India. This Act serves as a building block to ensure that every child, between the ages of 6 and 14 has his or her right to get a quality elementary education. This responsibility is primarily of state, but families and communities have a large role to play to ensure child-friendly education for each and every child. But, the act does not include children who are below 6 years of age. Several studies on early childhood have shown that 3-6 years is the time when children need to be exposed to literacy-rich environment to enhance their literacy growth. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be a disadvantage. Children who experience schooling for the first time at the age of 6 years are likely to be at a disadvantage. What could be the possible reason?
  • A
    They are not able to make friends
  • B
    Their literacy growth might be hampered
    Correct
  • C
    They are not able to read and write
  • D
    They don’t like to attend the school