Introduction:
Raman Tutorials, the most trusted online platform for KARTET exam preparation, is pleased to present a model science question paper designed to help aspiring teachers assess their readiness for the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET). This comprehensive question paper has been meticulously crafted by our expert team of educators, keeping in mind the latest KARTET syllabus and exam pattern.
Our model question paper covers a wide range of topics from the KARTET science syllabus, including physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science. The questions have been carefully selected to test the candidates’ conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and ability to apply scientific principles to real-life situations.
At Raman Tutorials, we understand the importance of thorough preparation for the KARTET exam.
This model question paper serves as an excellent tool for self-assessment, allowing candidates to identify their strengths and weaknesses and focus their study efforts accordingly. By practicing with this question paper and other resources provided by Raman Tutorials, candidates can enhance their subject knowledge, improve their time management skills, and boost their confidence ahead of the actual exam.
Answer the following questions. To know your results verify with answers given at the end of the questions.
Raman Tutorials, the most trusted online platform for KARTET exam preparation, is pleased to present a model science question paper designed to help aspiring teachers assess their readiness for the Karnataka Teacher Eligibility Test (KARTET). This comprehensive question paper has been meticulously crafted by our expert team of educators, keeping in mind the latest KARTET syllabus and exam pattern.
Our model question paper covers a wide range of topics from the KARTET science syllabus, including physics, chemistry, biology, and environmental science. The questions have been carefully selected to test the candidates’ conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and ability to apply scientific principles to real-life situations.
At Raman Tutorials, we understand the importance of thorough preparation for the KARTET exam.
This model question paper serves as an excellent tool for self-assessment, allowing candidates to identify their strengths and weaknesses and focus their study efforts accordingly. By practicing with this question paper and other resources provided by Raman Tutorials, candidates can enhance their subject knowledge, improve their time management skills, and boost their confidence ahead of the actual exam.
Answer the following questions. To know your results verify with answers given at the end of the questions.
1. A body is thrown vertically upward with a velocity of 20 m/s. What will be its velocity after 3 seconds?
(g = 10 m/s²)
a) 10 m/s
b) -10 m/s
c) 20 m/s
d) -20 m/s
2. A convex lens has a focal length of 20 cm. An object is placed 30 cm away from the lens. The image formed will be:
a) Real, inverted, and diminished
b) Real, inverted, and magnified
c) Virtual, erect, and magnified
d) Virtual, erect, and diminished
3. Which of the following is not a property of an acid?
a) Sour taste
b) Turns blue litmus red
c) Reacts with metals to produce hydrogen gas
d) Feels slippery to touch
4. The electronic configuration of sodium (Na) is:
a) 2, 8, 1
b) 2, 8, 2
c) 2, 8, 3
d) 2, 8, 4
5. Which of the following is an example of a natural polymer?
a) Polyester
b) Nylon
c) Cellulose
d) PVC
6. In a food chain, which of the following organisms is always at the first trophic level?
a) Herbivores
b) Carnivores
c) Omnivores
d) Producers
7. Which of the following is not a characteristic of mammals?
a) Warm-blooded
b) Lay eggs
c) Have hair or fur
d) Produce milk for their young
8. The powerhouse of the cell is:
a) Nucleus
b) Mitochondria
c) Golgi apparatus
d) Endoplasmic reticulum
9. Which of the following is not an aim of teaching natural science?
a) Developing scientific attitude
b) Encouraging rote learning
c) Developing problem-solving skills
d) Promoting curiosity and inquiry
10. A car travels at a speed of 60 km/h for 2 hours and then at a speed of 40 km/h for the next 3 hours. What is the average speed of the car for the entire journey?
a) 48 km/h
b) 50 km/h
c) 52 km/h
d) 54 km/h
11. The phenomenon of dispersion of white light can be observed in:
a) Rainbow formation
b) Twinkling of stars
c) Mirage
d) Looming
12. An electric iron has a resistance of 50 Ω and is connected to a 220 V supply. The current flowing through the iron is:
a) 2.2 A
b) 3.4 A
c) 4.4 A
d) 5.5 A
13. Which of the following is not a physical property of a substance?
a) Color
b) Odor
c) Melting point
d) Flammability
14. The mass number of an atom is equal to:
a) Number of protons
b) Number of neutrons
c) Number of protons + Number of electrons
d) Number of protons + Number of neutrons
15. Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?
a) Vitamin A
b) Vitamin D
c) Vitamin E
d) Vitamin C
16. The study of the interaction between living organisms and their environment is called:
a) Ecology
b) Physiology
c) Anatomy
d) Genetics
17. Which of the following is an example of an invertebrate?
a) Fish
b) Frog
c) Earthworm
d) Snake
18. The primary function of roughage in our diet is to:
a) Provide energy
b) Aid in digestion
c) Build muscles
d) Regulate body temperature
19. Which of the following is not a characteristic of an effective science teacher?
a) Encourages memorization of facts
b) Promotes hands-on learning
c) Fosters critical thinking
d) Encourages questioning and inquiry
20. A ball is dropped from a height of 45 m. How long will it take to reach the ground? (g = 10 m/s²)
a) 2 s
b) 3 s
c) 4 s
d) 5 s
21. The magnification of a convex mirror is always:
a) Less than 1
b) Equal to 1
c) Greater than 1
d) Infinite
22. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a base?
a) Bitter taste
b) Turns red litmus blue
c) Feels slippery to touch
d) Reacts with acids to form salt and water
23. The valency of magnesium (Mg) is:
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
24. Which of the following is an example of a synthetic polymer?
a) Rubber
b) Silk
c) Wool
d) Nylon
25. In a food web, the arrow always points from:
a) Predator to prey
b) Prey to predator
c) Producer to consumer
d) Consumer to producer
26. Which of the following is not a characteristic of birds?
a) Lay eggs
b) Have feathers
c) Cold-blooded
d) Have hollow bones
27. The cell organelle responsible for protein synthesis is:
a) Ribosome
b) Lysosome
c) Vacuole
d) Chloroplast
28. Which of the following is not a component of the scientific method?
a) Observation
b) Hypothesis
c) Experimentation
d) Assumption
29. A metal block has a volume of 50 cm³ and a mass of 450 g. What is the density of the metal?
a) 7 g/cm³
b) 8 g/cm³
c) 9 g/cm³
d) 10 g/cm³
30. Which of the following is an example of an innovative teaching aid in science?
a) Chalkboard
b) Interactive whiteboard
c) Textbook
d) Lecture
(g = 10 m/s²)
a) 10 m/s
b) -10 m/s
c) 20 m/s
d) -20 m/s
2. A convex lens has a focal length of 20 cm. An object is placed 30 cm away from the lens. The image formed will be:
a) Real, inverted, and diminished
b) Real, inverted, and magnified
c) Virtual, erect, and magnified
d) Virtual, erect, and diminished
3. Which of the following is not a property of an acid?
a) Sour taste
b) Turns blue litmus red
c) Reacts with metals to produce hydrogen gas
d) Feels slippery to touch
4. The electronic configuration of sodium (Na) is:
a) 2, 8, 1
b) 2, 8, 2
c) 2, 8, 3
d) 2, 8, 4
5. Which of the following is an example of a natural polymer?
a) Polyester
b) Nylon
c) Cellulose
d) PVC
6. In a food chain, which of the following organisms is always at the first trophic level?
a) Herbivores
b) Carnivores
c) Omnivores
d) Producers
7. Which of the following is not a characteristic of mammals?
a) Warm-blooded
b) Lay eggs
c) Have hair or fur
d) Produce milk for their young
8. The powerhouse of the cell is:
a) Nucleus
b) Mitochondria
c) Golgi apparatus
d) Endoplasmic reticulum
9. Which of the following is not an aim of teaching natural science?
a) Developing scientific attitude
b) Encouraging rote learning
c) Developing problem-solving skills
d) Promoting curiosity and inquiry
10. A car travels at a speed of 60 km/h for 2 hours and then at a speed of 40 km/h for the next 3 hours. What is the average speed of the car for the entire journey?
a) 48 km/h
b) 50 km/h
c) 52 km/h
d) 54 km/h
11. The phenomenon of dispersion of white light can be observed in:
a) Rainbow formation
b) Twinkling of stars
c) Mirage
d) Looming
12. An electric iron has a resistance of 50 Ω and is connected to a 220 V supply. The current flowing through the iron is:
a) 2.2 A
b) 3.4 A
c) 4.4 A
d) 5.5 A
13. Which of the following is not a physical property of a substance?
a) Color
b) Odor
c) Melting point
d) Flammability
14. The mass number of an atom is equal to:
a) Number of protons
b) Number of neutrons
c) Number of protons + Number of electrons
d) Number of protons + Number of neutrons
15. Which of the following is a water-soluble vitamin?
a) Vitamin A
b) Vitamin D
c) Vitamin E
d) Vitamin C
16. The study of the interaction between living organisms and their environment is called:
a) Ecology
b) Physiology
c) Anatomy
d) Genetics
17. Which of the following is an example of an invertebrate?
a) Fish
b) Frog
c) Earthworm
d) Snake
18. The primary function of roughage in our diet is to:
a) Provide energy
b) Aid in digestion
c) Build muscles
d) Regulate body temperature
19. Which of the following is not a characteristic of an effective science teacher?
a) Encourages memorization of facts
b) Promotes hands-on learning
c) Fosters critical thinking
d) Encourages questioning and inquiry
20. A ball is dropped from a height of 45 m. How long will it take to reach the ground? (g = 10 m/s²)
a) 2 s
b) 3 s
c) 4 s
d) 5 s
21. The magnification of a convex mirror is always:
a) Less than 1
b) Equal to 1
c) Greater than 1
d) Infinite
22. Which of the following is not a characteristic of a base?
a) Bitter taste
b) Turns red litmus blue
c) Feels slippery to touch
d) Reacts with acids to form salt and water
23. The valency of magnesium (Mg) is:
a) 1
b) 2
c) 3
d) 4
24. Which of the following is an example of a synthetic polymer?
a) Rubber
b) Silk
c) Wool
d) Nylon
25. In a food web, the arrow always points from:
a) Predator to prey
b) Prey to predator
c) Producer to consumer
d) Consumer to producer
26. Which of the following is not a characteristic of birds?
a) Lay eggs
b) Have feathers
c) Cold-blooded
d) Have hollow bones
27. The cell organelle responsible for protein synthesis is:
a) Ribosome
b) Lysosome
c) Vacuole
d) Chloroplast
28. Which of the following is not a component of the scientific method?
a) Observation
b) Hypothesis
c) Experimentation
d) Assumption
29. A metal block has a volume of 50 cm³ and a mass of 450 g. What is the density of the metal?
a) 7 g/cm³
b) 8 g/cm³
c) 9 g/cm³
d) 10 g/cm³
30. Which of the following is an example of an innovative teaching aid in science?
a) Chalkboard
b) Interactive whiteboard
c) Textbook
d) Lecture
Answers:
1. b) -10 m/s
2. b) Real, inverted, and magnified
3. d) Feels slippery to touch
4. a) 2, 8, 1
5. c) Cellulose
6. d) Producers
7. b) Lay eggs
8. b) Mitochondria
9. b) Encouraging rote learning
10. a) 48 km/h
11. a) Rainbow formation
12. c) 4.4 A
13. d) Flammability
14. d) Number of protons + Number of neutrons
15. d) Vitamin C
16. a) Ecology
17. c) Earthworm
18. b) Aid in digestion
19. a) Encourages memorization of facts
20. b) 3 s
21. a) Less than 1
22. a) Bitter taste
23. b) 2
24. d) Nylon
25. c) Producer to consumer
26. c) Cold-blooded
27. a) Ribosome
28. d) Assumption
29. c) 9 g/cm³
30. b) Interactive whiteboard
1. b) -10 m/s
2. b) Real, inverted, and magnified
3. d) Feels slippery to touch
4. a) 2, 8, 1
5. c) Cellulose
6. d) Producers
7. b) Lay eggs
8. b) Mitochondria
9. b) Encouraging rote learning
10. a) 48 km/h
11. a) Rainbow formation
12. c) 4.4 A
13. d) Flammability
14. d) Number of protons + Number of neutrons
15. d) Vitamin C
16. a) Ecology
17. c) Earthworm
18. b) Aid in digestion
19. a) Encourages memorization of facts
20. b) 3 s
21. a) Less than 1
22. a) Bitter taste
23. b) 2
24. d) Nylon
25. c) Producer to consumer
26. c) Cold-blooded
27. a) Ribosome
28. d) Assumption
29. c) 9 g/cm³
30. b) Interactive whiteboard
Conclusion:
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We encourage all candidates to make the most of this valuable resource and to continue their preparation with the wide range of study materials, practice tests, and expert guidance available on the Raman Tutorials platform. Remember, success in the KARTET exam is not just about memorizing facts, but about developing a deep understanding of scientific concepts and their applications.
As you work through this model question paper, take the time to analyze your performance, identify areas for improvement, and seek guidance from our expert faculty when needed. With dedication, perseverance, and the right resources, you can achieve your goal of becoming a certified teacher in Karnataka.
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