PSTET 2025 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

PSTET 2025 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 120 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 · Child Development

   According to Piaget's theory of cognitive development, a 7-year-old child who understands that the quantity of water remains the same when poured from a short, wide glass into a tall, narrow glass has achieved:

   • A. Conservation
   • B. Seriation
   • C. Object permanence
   • D. Reversibility only
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Conservation is the understanding that certain properties of objects remain the same despite changes in appearance, typically mastered during the concrete operational stage (7-11 years).

2. Q2 · Language Comprehension

   Read the passage: "Education is not merely about acquiring facts but developing the ability to think critically and creatively. It empowers individuals to question, analyze, and contribute meaningfully to society." What is the main idea of the passage?

   • A. Education is only about memorizing facts
   • B. Education develops critical thinking and empowers individuals
   • C. Society does not value education
   • D. Facts are more important than creativity
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The passage emphasizes that education goes beyond facts to develop critical thinking, creativity, and the ability to contribute meaningfully to society.

3. Q3 · Mathematical Content

   What is the value of 125 ÷ 5 + 3 × 4 – 7?

   • A. 30
   • B. 32
   • C. 28
   • D. 36
   Answer and solution

   Answer: A

   Following BODMAS: 125 ÷ 5 = 25, then 3 × 4 = 12, so 25 + 12 – 7 = 30.

4. Q4 · Science Content (Class VI-VIII)

   Which of the following is an example of a chemical change?

   • A. Melting of ice
   • B. Boiling of water
   • C. Rusting of iron
   • D. Dissolving sugar in water
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Rusting of iron is a chemical change where iron reacts with oxygen and moisture to form iron oxide, a new substance with different properties.

5. Q5 · Piaget's Cognitive Development

   According to Jean Piaget, a child who can perform mental operations on concrete objects but struggles with abstract hypothetical thinking is most likely in which stage of cognitive development?

   • A. Sensorimotor stage
   • B. Pre-operational stage
   • C. Concrete operational stage
   • D. Formal operational stage
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   In Piaget's concrete operational stage (7-11 years), children can perform logical operations on concrete objects but cannot yet think abstractly or hypothetically, which develops in the formal operational stage.

6. Q6 · Vygotsky's Socio-cultural Theory

   According to Lev Vygotsky, the gap between what a learner can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance from a skilled partner is called:

   • A. Schema
   • B. Zone of Proximal Development
   • C. Equilibration
   • D. Accommodation
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Vygotsky's Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) refers to the difference between what a child can accomplish alone versus with appropriate assistance from a more knowledgeable other.

7. Q7 · Kohlberg's Moral Development

   A student says, 'I will follow traffic rules because my parents and teachers will appreciate my responsible behavior.' According to Kohlberg's theory of moral development, this response falls under which stage?

   • A. Punishment-obedience orientation
   • B. Instrumental purpose orientation
   • C. Good boy-good girl orientation
   • D. Social contract orientation
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   The 'Good boy-good girl orientation' (Stage 3) in Kohlberg's theory involves seeking approval from others and conforming to expectations of family and society to be seen as a good person.

8. Q8 · Distinction between Assessment for and of Learning

   Which of the following is an example of 'Assessment for Learning'?

   • A. Conducting annual examinations to grade students
   • B. Providing feedback during classroom activities to improve learning
   • C. Ranking students based on their final marks
   • D. Issuing report cards at the end of the term
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Assessment for Learning is formative in nature and focuses on providing ongoing feedback to students to improve their learning process, rather than simply measuring final outcomes.

9. Q9 · Learners with Learning Difficulties

   A child who consistently reverses letters like 'b' and 'd' while writing and has difficulty in reading despite having normal intelligence may be showing signs of:

   • A. Dyscalculia
   • B. Dyslexia
   • C. Dysgraphia
   • D. ADHD
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Dyslexia is a specific learning disability characterized by difficulties in reading, including letter reversals, difficulty in decoding words, and problems with spelling, despite normal intelligence.

10. Q10 · Motivation and Learning

    When a student studies hard to gain knowledge and personal satisfaction rather than for rewards or grades, this type of motivation is called:

    • A. Extrinsic motivation
    • B. Intrinsic motivation
    • C. Achievement motivation
    • D. Negative motivation
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Intrinsic motivation refers to engaging in an activity for its inherent satisfaction and internal rewards, such as personal interest and enjoyment, rather than external rewards like prizes or grades.