TN TET 2024 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

TN TET 2024 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 20 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 · Learning Theories

   Vygotsky's concept of the Zone of Proximal Development (ZPD) emphasizes that:

   • A. Children learn best when left alone to explore independently
   • B. Learning occurs through social interaction and guided assistance from adults or peers
   • C. Biological maturation alone determines cognitive growth
   • D. Punishment is necessary for effective learning
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Vygotsky's ZPD refers to the gap between what a child can do independently and what they can achieve with guidance, highlighting the role of social interaction and scaffolding in learning.

2. Q2 · Assessment and Evaluation

   Formative assessment is primarily used to:

   • A. Rank students at the end of the year
   • B. Monitor student progress and provide continuous feedback during instruction
   • C. Certify students for promotion to the next grade
   • D. Compare students with national standards only
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Formative assessment is an ongoing process that helps teachers track student learning, identify difficulties, and provide timely feedback to improve teaching and learning.

3. Q3 · Tamil Literature

   திருக்குறள் எத்தனை அதிகாரங்களைக் கொண்டது?

   • A. 108
   • B. 133
   • C. 150
   • D. 138
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   திருக்குறள் 133 அதிகாரங்களையும், 1330 குறட்பாக்களையும் கொண்டது.

4. Q4 · English Grammar

   Choose the correct form of the verb: 'She _____ to school every day.'

   • A. go
   • B. goes
   • C. going
   • D. gone
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The subject 'She' is singular, so the simple present tense verb form is 'goes'.

5. Q5 · Phonology

   Which of the following pairs of words contains the same vowel sound as in 'ship' and 'sit'?

   • A. heat, seat
   • B. bit, hit
   • C. boot, root
   • D. beat, feet
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   The vowel sound /ɪ/ as in 'ship' and 'sit' is the same short vowel sound found in 'bit' and 'hit'. The other options contain different vowel sounds.

6. Q6 · Algebra

   If 5x + 8 = 33, then the value of x is:

   • A. 3
   • B. 5
   • C. 7
   • D. 4
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Solving the equation: 5x + 8 = 33. Subtract 8 from both sides: 5x = 25. Divide by 5: x = 5.

7. Q7 · Profit, Loss and Interest

   A shopkeeper bought 50 notebooks at ₹15 each and sold them at ₹18 each. What is his total profit?

   • A. ₹100
   • B. ₹120
   • C. ₹150
   • D. ₹180
   Answer and solution

   Answer: C

   Cost price = 50 × 15 = ₹750. Selling price = 50 × 18 = ₹900. Profit = 900 - 750 = ₹150.

8. Q8 · Food

   Which of the following is a good source of protein for vegetarians?

   • A. Rice
   • B. Pulses
   • C. Sugar
   • D. Oil
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Pulses (dal, lentils, beans) are rich in protein and are an important protein source for vegetarians.

9. Q9 · Travel

   A teacher wants students to understand different means of transport. Which teaching method would be most effective?

   • A. Showing pictures of various vehicles
   • B. Organizing a field trip to a bus stand or railway station
   • C. Asking students to memorize names of vehicles
   • D. Reading from the textbook only
   Answer and solution

   Answer: B

   Organizing a field trip provides experiential learning where students can observe real transport modes, making it the most effective method.

10. Q10 · Pedagogy of EVS

    Which of the following is the best strategy to assess EVS learning in primary classes?

    • A. Only written tests
    • B. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation including projects and observations
    • C. Asking students to memorize facts
    • D. One final examination
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Continuous and comprehensive evaluation using projects, observations, and practical activities provides a holistic assessment of EVS learning.