LECTURER IN PHYSICAL EDUCATION NCA – COLLEGIATE EDUCATION
PROVISIONAL ANSWER KEY
Question Paper Code: 47/2018/OL
Category Code: 604/2017
Exam: Lecturer in Physical Education NCA
Medium of Question: English
Date of Test 19-09-2018
Department Collegiate Education
Alphacode A
Question1:-Draft of Indian Constitution submitted to the Constituent Assembly on
A:-1950 January 26
B:-1949 November 26
C:-1947 August 15
D:-1947 November 4
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question2:-Madras Marumakkatayam Act passed in the year
A:-1933
B:-1921
C:-1935
D:-1942
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question3:-Who is the founder of Atma Vidya Sangam ?
A:-Sree Narayana Guru
B:-Swami Vaghbhadananda
C:-Brahmananda Sivayogi
D:-Dr. Palpu
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question4:-The Jesuit Missionaries had arrived in Kerala during the time of
A:-French
B:-English
C:-Dutch
D:-Portuguies
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question5:-Which part of Constitution known as Magna Karta of India ?
A:-Part I
B:-Part II
C:-Part III
D:-Part IV
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question6:-Sree Narayana Trust was formed by ___________ in 1952.
A:-R Sankar
B:-Kumaranasan
C:-K Kelappan
D:-Pattam Tanupillai
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question7:-Name of the biographer of Indira Gandhi
A:-Marry C-Carras
B:-Menaka Gandhi
C:-Vincent Cronin
D:-Virginia Spencer Carr
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question8:-Ghandiji visited Calicut along with Moulana Shoukath on
A:-1920 August 18
B:-1920 April 18
C:-1921 November 10
D:-1921 December 21
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question9:-Who was the editor and publisher of the daily Al Ameen ?
A:-Vakkom Abdul Khadar Moulavi
B:-Ali Musliyar
C:-Muhammed Abdu Rahman
D:-Ramakrishna Pillai
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question10:-Who is the first women judge in India ?
A:-Akkama Cheriyan
B:-Justice Fathima Beevi
C:-Justice D. Sreedevi
D:-Anna Chandi
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question11:-Who was appointed to enquire in to the outbreak of Mappilas of Malabar in 1855 ?
A:-Williom Logan
B:-H.T. Baber
C:-Mr. Strange
D:-A.R. Knap
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question12:-British authorities deported Mappila rebels in to ___________ in Australia.
A:-Botany Bay
B:-Adelaide
C:-Darwin
D:-Melbourn
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question13:-The Magazine ‘Araya streejana Masika’ published by
A:-Dr. Velukutty Arayan
B:-Arya Pallam
C:-Sahodaray Ayyapan
D:-Kuttimalu Amma
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question14:-The earlier name of Nair Service Society
A:-Nayar Praja Sangam
B:-Nayar Bhrutya Jana Sangam
C:-Atma Vidya Sangam
D:-Jnanodayam Sabha
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question15:-Who was the first editor of ‘Bhashaposhini’ ?
A:-Arnos Pathiri
B:-Mamman Mappila
C:-Kumaranasan
D:-Kandathil Varghees Mappila
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question16:-Who started the Newspaper ‘Madras Standard’ ?
A:-Dr. Palpu
B:-Dr. Velukutty Arayan
C:-Ayyankali
D:-G.P. Pillai
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question17:-‘Marakudakullile Mahanarakam’ is the play of
A:-V.t. Bhatatirippadu
B:-Chattambi Swamikal
C:-M.R. Bhatatirippadu
D:-P. Kesavadev
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question18:-Who elected as the secretary of KPCC in 1938 ?
A:-E.M.S. Namboodirippad
B:-R. Sankar
C:-K. Kelappan
D:-A.K. Gopalan
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question19:-Samyukta Rashtreeya Samithi was related with
A:-Nivarthana Agitation
B:-Malayalee Memorial
C:-Travancor State Congress
D:-Aikya Kerala Movement
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question20:-Which Indian Cricketer has launched his autobiography “Imperfect” ?
A:-Dilip Vengsarkar
B:-Sanjay Manjrekar
C:-Rahul Dravid
D:-Saurav Ganguli
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question21:-The most rapid method to resynthesise ATP during exercise is through
A:-ATP-CP System
B:-Kreb Cycle
C:-Lactic acid system
D:-Electron transport chain
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question22:-The powerhouse of the cell where ATP production takes place
A:-Cytoplasm
B:-Nucleus
C:-Ribosome
D:-Mitochondria
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question23:-The factor that can increase the metabolic rate the most
A:-Gender
B:-Exercise
C:-Climate
D:-Genetics
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question24:-Component of carbohydrate loading include
A:-high intake of protein
B:-high intake of carbohydrate
C:-Rest
D:-Both 2 & 3
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question25:-Nuts are
A:-high in fat
B:-high in carbohydrate
C:-high protein
D:-Both 1 & 3
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question26:-Functions of vitamins include all the following except
A:-antioxidant
B:-hormone
C:-energy
D:-coenzyme
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question27:-Muscle cramps are caused by
A:-dehydration
B:-deficiency of magnesium
C:-excessive calcium intake
D:-both 1 & 2
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question28:-The female athlete triad includes the following conditions
A:-amenorrhea
B:-disordered eating
C:-osteoporosis
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question29:-The most serious heat illness, which can be fatal
A:-heat exhaustion
B:-heat syncope
C:-heat stroke
D:-heat cramps
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question30:-The minimum systolic and diastolic blood pressure is
A:-100 mmHg and 60 mmHg
B:-120 mmHg and 80 mmHg
C:-116 mmHg and 80 mmHg
D:-110 mmHg and 70 mmHg
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question31:-The number of calories in a gram of carbohydrate, protein and fat is
A:-4,4,9
B:-4,9,4
C:-9,4,4
D:-4,5,4
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question32:-RPE is
A:-Required Physical Education
B:-Recommended Prescription Exercise
C:-Resting Programme Energy
D:-Rating of Perceived Exertion
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question33:-Use of anabolic steroid may include all the following except
A:-increased muscle mass
B:-heart protective
C:-masculinization in women
D:-increase in aggressive behavior
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question34:-Cardiovascular adaptations to endurance training include
A:-lower resting heart rate
B:-increase in size of the heart
C:-increased stoke volume
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question35:-Which of the following promotes glucose uptake by the muscles ?
A:-glucagon
B:-cortisol
C:-insulin
D:-adrenaline
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question36:-The cause of fatigue for long distance runners is
A:-muscle glycogen depletion
B:-lactic acid accumulation
C:-rise in hydrogen ions
D:-dehydration
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question37:-V`O_(2)` MAX is the product of
A:-cardiac output × arteriovenous oxygen difference
B:-cardiac output × stroke volume
C:-cardiac output × tidal volume
D:-stoke volume × heart rate
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question38:-The two contractile proteins in skeletal muscle are
A:-Troponin and tropomyocin
B:-Actin and tropomyosin
C:-Actin and myosin
D:-Troponin and myosin
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question39:-The Respiratory Exchange Ratio (RER) is the ratio of
A:-Volume of oxygen consumed ÷ vital capacity
B:-Volume of oxygen consumed ÷ volume of carbon dioxide produced
C:-Volume of oxygen produced ÷ volume of carbon dioxide consume
D:-Volume of carbon dioxide produced ÷ volume of oxygen consumed
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question40:-In which of the following track events will the 50% of ATP be derived from aerobic pathways and 50% from
anaerobic pathways ?
A:-800 meters
B:-200 meters
C:-400 meters
D:-1500 meters
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question41:-__________ is a hinge joint.
A:-hip
B:-shoulder
C:-knee
D:-wrist
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question42:-An individual with wide hips and narrow shoulders characterized by fatness
A:-Mesomorph
B:-Endomorph
C:-Ectomorph
D:-Somotatype
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question43:-Which of the following is not a measure of variability ?
A:-variance
B:-standard deviation
C:-median
D:-range
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question44:-What is the diagnostic indicator of hyponatremia ?
A:-high core temperature
B:-muscle cramps
C:-dehydration
D:-low blood sodium
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question45:-The kinetic chain is defined as the interrelation of the ____________ systems.
A:-facial and muscular
B:-nervous, muscular and skeletal
C:-ligaments and tendons
D:-muscles and joints
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question46:-Which of the following types of strength training is particularly associated with subsequent muscle soreness ?
A:-concentric
B:-isotonic
C:-eccentric
D:-isometric
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question47:-Which statements describe the principle of stability ?
A:-the higher the center of gravity to the base of support greater stability
B:-the nearer the center of gravity to the edges of the base of support, greater gravity
C:-the narrower the base of support, the stable the body
D:-the wider the base of support the more stable the body is
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question48:-Which of the following activities canbe classified as open skill ?
A:-badminton
B:-tennis
C:-swimming
D:-handball
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question49:-The following relationship can be predicted by Inverted-U Model
A:-arousal and hormone
B:-arousal and performance
C:-arousal and heart rate
D:-arousal and emotion
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question50:-Muscle hypertrophy in human is primarily due to
A:-increase in size of muscle fibers
B:-increase in nervous recruitment
C:-increase in number of muscle fibers
D:-increase in calcium release
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question51:-With regard to PNF (Peripheral Neuromuscular Facilitation) stretching it is true that
A:-typically involves an isometric contraction of the muscle before it is stretched
B:-as muscle is stretched its antagonist contract
C:-effective in increasing maximum tolerable muscle tendon unit length
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question52:-The advantages of using the circuit over straight system in weight training is that the circuit system
A:-provides twice the training stimulus for increased strength
B:-shorter rest period between sets, thus shortens training session
C:-prevent muscle glycogen depletion
D:-exercise variety of muscle groups
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question53:-In this method the muscles are first made to stretch against resistance before contracting them maximally
A:-concentric method
B:-eccentric method
C:-reactive method
D:-resistance method
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question54:-The last micro cycle of a meso cycle primarily aims at
A:-recovery and relaxation
B:-increased strength
C:-learning of technical skill
D:-increased endurance
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question55:-Is not a factor determining speed ?
A:-explosive strength
B:-technique
C:-speed of movement
D:-mobility of the nervous system
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question56:-The third phase of preparatory period in periodization is characterized by
A:-Decrease in training volume
B:-Decrease in training intensity
C:-Decrease in number of competitions
D:-Increase in the volume of general exercise
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question57:-Is not an item in Barrow motor ability test ?
A:-standing broad jump
B:-curl up
C:-zig zag run
D:-medicine ball throw
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question58:-Is not JCR test item ?
A:-vertical jump test
B:-shuttle run
C:-curl up
D:-chin up
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question59:-Approximately what percentage of scores fall within one standard deviation of the mean in a normal
distribution ?
A:-50%
B:-68%
C:-75%
D:-30%
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question60:-The denominator (bottom) of the Z score formula is
A:-raw score
B:-raw score minus mean
C:-mean
D:-standard deviation
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question61:-Unconscious, disorientation and memory loss following a blow to the head are all symptoms of
A:-cramps
B:-contusion
C:-concussion
D:-stroke
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question62:-Sprain may be defined as
A:-ligament damage at a joint
B:-tear of muscle
C:-tear of tendon
D:-swelling in the joint
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question63:-Explain the acronym ABC used during the first aid procedure
A:-Airway, Breathing, Cardiac
B:-Assessment, Breathing, Circulation
C:-Airway, Body check, Cardiac
D:-Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question64:-State the key action in stopping any bleeding
A:-elevation
B:-pressure
C:-ice application
D:-cleaning
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question65:-Identify which of the following term does not describe a wound ?
A:-puncture
B:-contused
C:-infused
D:-incised
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question66:-Most human movement takes place in
A:-the sagittal plane
B:-the frontal plane
C:-the transverse planes
D:-multiple planes
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question67:-Which of the following is an example of linear motion ?
A:-the path of baseball while it is in the air
B:-a child performing a cartwheel
C:-a runners leg motion during a 100 meters race
D:-swinging around a high bar
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question68:-The branch of mechanics that describes the cause of force is
A:-kinetics
B:-biomechanics
C:-kinematics
D:-kinesiology
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question69:-Which of the following is the characteristic of torque ?
A:-it is a vector quantity
B:-it is characterized by magnitude
C:-it is characterized by direction
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question70:-The Resistance Arm (RA) will always be longer than the Force Arm (FA) in what class lever ?
A:-first class
B:-second class
C:-third class
D:-none of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question71:-In analyzing the human body as a projectile, which of the following quantities follow a parabolic path ?
A:-the center of mass
B:-the center of volume
C:-the naval
D:-this varies with individual performance
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question72:-The proposed advantage of nautilus resistance equipment over free weights
A:-resistance varies throughout the range of motion with free weights
B:-resistance varies over the range of motion with nautilus resistance equipment
C:-the equipment is safe to perform
D:-it’s a whole body workout
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question73:-Stress fractures result from which of the following types of loading ?
A:-repetitive loading
B:-acute loading
C:-mechanical loading
D:-both 1 & 2
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question74:-Which of the following is true regarding electromyography ?
A:-records heart rate
B:-treats muscle injury with electrical impulses
C:-measures electrical activity produced by muscles
D:-records sound waves
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question75:-Inertia is directly proportional to which quantity ?
A:-momentum
B:-acceleration
C:-force
D:-mass
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question76:-Attention refers to
A:-a perceptual skill to focus selectively on task relevant information while ignoring distractions
B:-the ability to focus effectively on the task at hand while ignoring distractions
C:-the ability to divide attention between two or more tasks at the same time
D:-the process of exerting mental effort on specific features of the environment or on certain thoughts or activities
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question77:-Choking can be defined as
A:-performance increase in friendly competitions
B:-performance increment under stress
C:-performance decrement under pressure situations
D:-performance increment under pressure situations
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question78:-The outcome of coaching efficacy are
A:-coaching experience, prior performance, perceived ability of athlete and social support
B:-coaching behaviour, athlete satisfaction, athlete performance and athlete self efficacy
C:-commitment, mastery experience, luck and technique
D:-game strategy, motivation, technique, character building
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question79:-Motivation is a process that is reflected in the
A:-initiation, direction and continuation of goal directed behaviour
B:-initiation and continuation of goal directed behaviour
C:-initiation, direction and magnitude of goal directed behaviour
D:-initiation, direction, magnitude and continuation of goal directed behaviour
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question80:-Personality can be defined as
A:-psychological qualities that contribute to an individual’s enduring and distinctive patterns of thinking
B:-psychological qualities that contribute to an individual’s enduring and distinctive patterns of behaving
C:-psychological qualities that contribute to an individual’s enduring and distinctive patterns of feeling, thinking and
behaving
D:-psychological qualities that contribute to an individual’s enduring and distinctive patterns of feeling
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question81:-In what order do managers typically perform the managerial functions ?
A:-organising, planning, controlling, leading
B:-planning, organising, leading, controlling
C:-organising, leading, planning, controlling
D:-planning, organising, controlling, leading
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question82:-What are the three interpersonal roles of a manager ?
A:-figurehead, leader, liaison
B:-spokesperson, leader, coordinator
C:-director, coordinator, disseminator
D:-communicator, organiser, spokesperson
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question83:-Which one is not a recognised key skill of management ?
A:-conceptual skills
B:-human skills
C:-writing skills
D:-technical skills
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question84:-What does the acronym SMART stand for ?
A:-Suitable, Measureable, Actionable, Rewarded and Timely
B:-Specific, Measureable, Actionable, Resourced and Timely
C:-Standardised, Measureable, Achievable, Rewarded and Timely
D:-Specific, Measureable, Achievable, Rewarded and Timely
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question85:-To what does authority refer
A:-the ability to organise people
B:-the power to command and direct
C:-the need for order
D:-the right to change jobs
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question86:-What do you call a style of leadership that takes account of others views, opinions and ideas ?
A:-laissez faire
B:-people oriented
C:-democratic
D:-autocratic
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question87:-Which of the following are key components of total quality management system ?
A:-individual responsibility, incremental improvement, use of raw data
B:-collective responsibility, continual improvement, use of raw data
C:-group responsibility, staged improvement, knowledge
D:-involves everyone, continual improvement, use of data and knowledge
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question88:-What is the first step in control process ?
A:-select a strategy
B:-choose key personnel for the task
C:-set standards
D:-allocate resources
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question89:-In an experimental design the dependent variable is
A:-the one that is not manipulated in which any changes are observed
B:-the one that is manipulated in order to observe any effects on the other
C:-what stay same throughout the experiment
D:-whose change is not effected by any other variable
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question90:-Internal validity refers to
A:-whether or not there is really a causal relationship between two variables
B:-whether or not the findings are relevant to the participants everyday life
C:-the degree to which researcher feels that it is a worthwhile project
D:-how accurately measurements represent underlying concepts
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question91:-What is a research design ?
A:-a way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory
B:-the choice between using qualitative and quantitative methods
C:-the style in which research findings are presented
D:-a framework for every stage of data collection and analysis of data
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question92:-Reviewing the relevant literature is to know
A:-what is already known about the topic
B:-what concepts and theories have been applied to the topic
C:-who are the key contributors to the topic
D:-all of the above
Correct Answer:- Option-D
Question93:-Tennis elbow is a type of
A:-repetitive strain injury
B:-sprain
C:-muscle injury
D:-impact injury
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question94:-CPR is
A:-Circulatory Pulmonary Respiration
B:-Cerebral Pulmonary Resuscitation
C:-Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
D:-Cardiac Pressure Recuperation
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question95:-The instrument of measure blood pressure
A:-sphygmomanometer
B:-spirometer
C:-dynamometer
D:-stethoscope
Correct Answer:- Option-A
Question96:-In a single knockout fixture of 17 teams the total number of mathces and byes will be
A:-15 matches and 16 byes
B:-16 matches and 15 bytes
C:-14 matches and 13 bytes
D:-15 matches and 14 bytes
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question97:-Excessive outward curvature of spine, causing a hunching of the back is
A:-lordosis
B:-scoliosis
C:-kyphosis
D:-spondylosis
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question98:-SPSS is the abbreviation of
A:-Sports Persons Special Salary
B:-Sport Psychology and Sport Sociology
C:-Statistical Package for Social Sciences
D:-Statistical Power of Sports Science
Correct Answer:- Option-C
Question99:-According to five factor model extraversion as a personality type is characterized by what type of people ?
A:-calm and self confident
B:-assertive and sociable
C:-sensitive and anxious
D:-being within oneself
Correct Answer:- Option-B
Question100:-Is not an item of Kraus Weber muscular strength test ?
A:-floor touch test
B:-strength of lower back muscles
C:-strength of abdominal and psoas muscles
D:-strength of gluetal and hamstring muscles
Correct Answer:- Option-D