HTET 2022 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

HTET 2022 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 19 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

1. Q1 · Assessment and Evaluation

   Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) primarily focuses on:

   • A. Evaluating only scholastic aspects through written tests
   • B. Assessing both scholastic and co-scholastic areas regularly throughout the year
   • C. Conducting summative assessment at the end of the session only
   • D. Ranking students based on marks obtained
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   CCE is designed to evaluate students continuously throughout the academic year, covering both scholastic (academic) and co-scholastic (life skills, attitudes, values) aspects to provide holistic development.

2. Q2 · Geography of Haryana

   Which district of Haryana has the highest forest cover area?

   • A. Ambala
   • B. Panchkula
   • C. Yamunanagar
   • D. Faridabad
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Panchkula district has the highest forest cover in Haryana, followed by Yamunanagar. The Shivalik Hills in these districts contribute to significant forest areas in the state.

3. Q3 · Hindi Pedagogy

   भाषा शिक्षण में 'सुनना' कौशल का विकास क्यों महत्वपूर्ण है?

   • A. यह केवल परीक्षा के लिए आवश्यक है
   • B. यह बोलने और समझने के कौशल की नींव है
   • C. यह केवल शिक्षक को प्रभावित करने के लिए है
   • D. इसका कोई शैक्षिक महत्व नहीं है
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   भाषा शिक्षण में सुनने का कौशल सबसे प्राथमिक और महत्वपूर्ण है क्योंकि यह बोलने, समझने और भाषा के अन्य कौशलों के विकास की नींव रखता है।

4. Q4 · English Pedagogy

   Which of the following teaching methods is most effective for developing speaking skills in English language learners?

   • A. Silent reading of texts
   • B. Role-play and group discussions
   • C. Writing exercises only
   • D. Memorizing grammar rules
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Role-play and group discussions provide authentic communication opportunities, allowing learners to practice speaking in meaningful contexts, which is most effective for developing oral skills.

5. Q5 · Social Studies — Level 2 (Classes VI-VIII)

   According to NCF 2005, which of the following is the primary objective of teaching Social Studies at the upper primary level?

   • A. To help students memorize dates and events
   • B. To develop critical thinking and an understanding of social realities
   • C. To prepare students for competitive exams
   • D. To teach only historical facts without interpretation
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   NCF 2005 emphasizes developing critical thinking, understanding social diversity, and sensitizing students to contemporary social issues rather than rote learning.

6. Q6 · Mathematics & Science — Level 2 (Classes VI-VIII)

   A Class VIII Mathematics teacher is teaching linear equations. To align with constructivist pedagogy, which teaching strategy is most appropriate?

   • A. Demonstrating step-by-step solution methods on the board and asking students to replicate
   • B. Posing real-life problems and facilitating student-led exploration to form equations
   • C. Providing pre-solved examples and asking students to memorize the patterns
   • D. Conducting a test immediately without prior practice
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Constructivism emphasizes that learners construct knowledge actively; real-life problems and exploration help students discover and internalize mathematical concepts meaningfully.

7. Q7 · Geography of Haryana

   Which river forms the boundary between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh?

   • A. Ghaggar
   • B. Markanda
   • C. Yamuna
   • D. Tangri
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The Yamuna river serves as the natural boundary between Haryana and Uttar Pradesh, flowing along the eastern edge of Haryana and demarcating the interstate border.

8. Q8 · Hindi Gadyansh and Padyansh

   गद्यांश में लेखक के विचारों को समझने के लिए सबसे महत्वपूर्ण क्या है?

   • A. केवल शब्दों का अर्थ जानना
   • B. संदर्भ और मुख्य भाव को समझना
   • C. सभी वाक्यों को याद करना
   • D. केवल प्रथम पंक्ति पढ़ना
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   गद्यांश के लेखक के विचारों को सही रूप से समझने के लिए संदर्भ और मुख्य भाव को समझना अत्यंत आवश्यक है, क्योंकि इससे लेखक की मंशा और संदेश स्पष्ट होता है।

9. Q9 · Vocabulary

   Choose the word that is closest in meaning to 'FACILITATE':

   • A. Obstruct
   • B. Enable
   • C. Complicate
   • D. Hinder
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   'Facilitate' means to make an action or process easy or easier. 'Enable' is the closest synonym, meaning to make something possible or easier.

10. Q10 · Social Studies — Level 2 (Classes VI-VIII)

    Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource that can be replenished naturally over time?

    • A. Coal
    • B. Solar energy
    • C. Petroleum
    • D. Natural gas
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Solar energy is a renewable resource as it is continuously available from the sun and does not deplete with use, unlike fossil fuels such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas which are non-renewable.