MAHA TET 2021 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

MAHA TET 2021 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 18 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 · Understanding Learning

   Which factor is considered a 'personal factor' affecting learning in the classroom?

   • A. Peer group influence
   • B. Classroom environment
   • C. Student's motivation and interest
   • D. Teacher's teaching methods
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Personal factors affecting learning include internal characteristics such as motivation, interest, aptitude, and attitude that are intrinsic to the learner.

2. Q2 · Three-Language Formula (Paper II)

   त्रिभाषा सूत्रानुसार महाराष्ट्रातील शाळांमध्ये कोणत्या तीन भाषा शिकवल्या जातात?

   • A. मराठी, हिंदी, संस्कृत
   • B. मराठी, इंग्रजी, हिंदी
   • C. मराठी, उर्दू, इंग्रजी
   • D. हिंदी, इंग्रजी, संस्कृत
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   त्रिभाषा सूत्रानुसार महाराष्ट्रातील शाळांमध्ये मराठी (मातृभाषा/राज्यभाषा), इंग्रजी (आंतरराष्ट्रीय भाषा), आणि हिंदी (राष्ट्रभाषा) या तीन भाषा शिकवल्या जातात.

3. Q3 · Degrees of Comparison and Clauses

   Choose the correct comparative degree form: 'Among all the contestants, Ravi performed _____ than expected.'

   • A. good
   • B. best
   • C. better
   • D. more good
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The comparative degree of 'good' is 'better', and it is used when comparing two things or states. Here, Ravi's actual performance is compared to the expected performance.

4. Q4 · Voice, Articles and Prepositions

   Fill in the blank with the appropriate article: 'Mount Everest is _____ highest peak in the world.'

   • A. a
   • B. an
   • C. the
   • D. no article
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The definite article 'the' is used before superlative adjectives ('highest') to indicate a unique, specific item—in this case, the one and only highest peak in the world.

5. Q5 · Phrases, Letters and Précis

   A formal letter requesting leave from school should begin with:

   • A. Hi Sir/Madam,
   • B. Respected Sir/Madam,
   • C. Dear Friend,
   • D. Hello Teacher,
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Formal letters require a respectful salutation; 'Respected Sir/Madam' is the conventional and appropriate way to address the recipient in formal contexts.

6. Q6 · Whole Numbers and Place Value

   The smallest 4-digit number formed using the digits 9, 0, 5, and 2 (using each digit only once) is:

   • A. 2059
   • B. 2095
   • C. 2509
   • D. 5029
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   To form the smallest number, arrange digits in ascending order but keep 0 from the first place. Hence: 2059 is the smallest 4-digit number.

7. Q7 · Measurements

   The perimeter of a rectangular field is 84 meters and its length is 24 meters. What is the area of the field?

   • A. 384 sq.m
   • B. 432 sq.m
   • C. 460 sq.m
   • D. 504 sq.m
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Perimeter = 2(l + b), so 84 = 2(24 + b), giving b = 18 m. Area = 24 × 18 = 432 sq.m.

8. Q8 · Body Systems

   What is the main function of the respiratory system in humans?

   • A. To digest food
   • B. To pump blood
   • C. To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide
   • D. To filter waste products
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The respiratory system's primary function is to facilitate the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the body and environment.

9. Q9 · Air, Water, Earth and Sky

   Which of the following human activities contributes MOST significantly to the increase of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?

   • A. Planting more trees in urban areas
   • B. Burning of fossil fuels like coal, petrol, and diesel
   • C. Using solar panels for electricity generation
   • D. Recycling plastic waste
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Burning fossil fuels releases large amounts of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, which is a major contributor to air pollution and global warming.

10. Q10 · Plants and Animals

    Which of the following animals hibernates during winter to conserve energy when food is scarce?

    • A. Elephant
    • B. Bear
    • C. Lion
    • D. Giraffe
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Bears hibernate during winter months when food is scarce, entering a state of reduced metabolic activity to conserve energy until spring.