NTA NET-JRF EXAM, June 2023 Paper II (HOME SCIENCE)

Total Questions: 100

1. Match List I with List II

Correct Answer: (c) A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
Solution:

2. The following are true about the use of 'RolePlay' in community engagement

A. Non-threatening environment
B. Self directed learning
C. Trainer directed learning
D. Skillfully leading participants to conclusion
E. Observation and self-analysis
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Correct Answer: (c) A, B, D, E only
Solution:

Role play is a process where problems are dealt with through action. A problem is outlined, acted out and then discussed. The essence of role playing is participation in a real problem and the desire for resolution and understanding that the participation brings about.
Use of ‘Role - Play’ in community engagement
• Non-threatening environment
• Self directed learning
• Skillfully leading participants to conclusion
• Observation and self-analysis

3. Short lived fashion is called

Correct Answer: (b) Fad
Solution:

Short lived fashion is called fad.
It is the creatively designed dresses that arrive in the market with full swing and demand but for a short period of time.
Classic : A classic fashion is a style that lasts for several seasons, sometimes even years and is accepted by a wide range of people.

4. The sequence of steps in new product development is :

A. Test marketing
B. Idea generation
C. Idea screening
D. Commercialization
E. Feasibility testing
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Correct Answer: (b) B, C, E, A, D
Solution:

Correct sequence of steps in new product development is :
• Idea Generation
• Feasibility Testing
• Idea Screening
• Test Marketing
• Commercialization

5. After washing a woollen cardigan you found that it became out of shape. What could be the reasons for the same?

A. Use of cold water
B. Use of hot water
C. Soaking the cardigan in luke warm water
D. Using kneading and squeezing method
E. Ringing to remove extra water
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: (c) B, C, E only
Solution:

Wool has a natural characteristic of shrinkage, to control the possibility of shrinkage and stretching in the woollen cardigan use a mild detergent in lukewarm water do not use hot water. Rinse thoroughly with cold water to remove all the traces of detergent. Dry on flat surface. To fasten the drying process wrap a towel around the cardigan and squeeze, water from cardigan /woolen cloth will be absorbed by the towel and it will dry faster.

6. Put these foods in sequence as per their calcium content starting from highest to lowest (Per 100 g)

A. Drumstick leaves
B. Soyabean
C. Potato
D. Walnut
E. Cheese
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Correct Answer: (a) E, A, B, D, C
Solution:

Sequence of foods from higher to lower calcium content :
• Cheese
• Drumstick leaves
• Walnut
• Soyabean
• Potato

7. Match List I with List II


Choose the correct answer from the options
given below :

Correct Answer: (d) A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
Solution:

8. S-M-C-R Model of communication was proposed by

Correct Answer: (d) David Berlo
Solution:

S-M-C-R Model of communication was proposed by David Berlo.
The acronym SMCR Stands for S- Sender/source, M- Message, C- Channel, R- Receiver
The SMCR model is usually described as a linear transmission model of communication. The main focus of this model is to identify the basic parts of communication and to show how their characteristic shape the communicative process.

9. The developmental period beginning in the late teens or early twenties and lasting through thirties is :

Correct Answer: (c) Early Adulthood
Solution:

Early adulthood is the developmental period beginning in the late teens or early twenties and lasting through the thirties.

10. Following are true about leadership:

A. Local leaders command respect.
B. An average farmer seeks advice of a local leader.
C. While working for promotion of change, leaders must be taken into confidence.
D. Voluntary leaders should be trained to take initiative.
E. Leaders have lost their value in fast changing world.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: (a) A, B, C, D only
Solution:

Leadership is the ability of an individual to motivate a group of people to act toward achieving a common objective.
Facts about leaderships:
• Local leaders command respect
• An average farmer seeks advice of a local leader
• While working for promotion of change, leaders must be taken into confidence
• Voluntary leaders should be trained to take initiative