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CTET MCQs Practice Set 2026

120 Important Questions with Answers for Paper I and Paper II

Welcome to Mendhar.com Practice Set

Test your preparation across Child Development and Pedagogy, English, Hindi, Mathematics, Environmental Studies, and Social Studies. Answer all questions and click the submit button at the bottom to evaluate your performance.

Note: No negative marking applies under the standard CTET scheme.

Section 1: Child Development and Pedagogy (Questions 1–20)

Q1. According to Jean Piaget, children in the concrete operational stage generally develop the ability to:

A. Think only through abstract hypotheses B. Apply logical reasoning to concrete situations C. Learn exclusively through imitation D. Understand every concept from birth

Q2. Which of the following best describes inclusive education?

A. Teaching only high-achieving students B. Separating children according to their abilities C. Providing appropriate learning opportunities to all children D. Using one teaching method without considering individual needs

Q3. Formative assessment is primarily used to:

A. Rank students at the end of the year B. Identify learning progress and improve instruction C. Punish students for incorrect answers D. Replace classroom teaching

Q4. According to Lev Vygotsky, the Zone of Proximal Development refers to:

A. What a child can learn only after adulthood B. What a child can do without any assistance in every situation C. The difference between a child's independent performance and performance with suitable guidance D. The physical distance between students in a classroom

Q5. Intrinsic motivation occurs when a learner:

A. Studies only to receive a prize B. Learns because the activity is interesting or satisfying C. Works only to avoid punishment D. Studies only because of parental pressure

Q6. Which classroom practice best supports constructivist learning?

A. Asking students to copy the textbook word for word B. Encouraging students to memorise every answer C. Providing opportunities to explore, discuss, and construct understanding D. Avoiding questions from students

Q7. Individual differences among learners mean that:

A. All children learn at exactly the same speed B. Every child has identical interests C. Teaching should be restricted to one method D. Learners may differ in interests, abilities, backgrounds, and learning needs

Q8. A teacher notices that a student repeatedly makes mistakes in subtraction. The most appropriate first step is to:

A. Identify the misconception causing the mistakes B. Punish the student C. Ask the student to stop attempting mathematics D. Compare the student with the highest scorer

Q9. Which of the following is an example of positive reinforcement?

A. Ignoring every effort made by a learner B. Appreciating a learner's constructive effort C. Removing all classroom activities D. Criticising a child for asking questions

Q10. A child-centred classroom gives importance to:

A. Teacher lectures alone B. Rote memorisation as the only method C. Learners' experiences, interests, participation, and needs D. Competition without cooperation

Q11. Which statement about intelligence is most appropriate for a teacher?

A. Intelligence cannot develop through learning experiences B. Every child has exactly the same abilities C. Examination marks completely define intelligence D. Children's abilities can be expressed in different ways

Q12. What is the main purpose of a diagnostic test?

A. To identify specific learning difficulties B. To award a final certificate C. To punish low-performing students D. To compare schools only

Q13. According to Piaget, the preoperational stage is generally associated with:

A. Fully developed abstract scientific reasoning B. Symbolic thinking and limitations in logical operations C. The complete absence of language D. Adult-level reasoning

Q14. Which approach is most suitable for teaching children with diverse learning needs?

A. Giving every child the same task regardless of need B. Excluding children who require additional support C. Adapting teaching methods and learning materials appropriately D. Focusing only on students who finish first

Q15. The primary purpose of classroom discussion is to:

A. Prevent students from expressing opinions B. Make the teacher the only active participant C. Encourage competition alone D. Promote communication, reasoning, and shared understanding

Q16. Which of the following best describes a growth-oriented view of learning?

A. Ability is fixed and effort is useless B. Skills can improve through practice, feedback, and effective strategies C. Mistakes prove that a child cannot learn D. Only naturally talented children can succeed

Q17. A teacher who uses peer learning encourages students to:

A. Learn collaboratively and explain ideas to one another B. Avoid discussing academic work C. Depend entirely on the teacher D. Compete without sharing information

Q18. Which is the most appropriate response to a child's incorrect answer?

A. Publicly embarrass the child B. Ignore the child permanently C. Explore the child's reasoning and provide constructive feedback D. Stop the child from participating

Q19. Summative assessment is generally conducted to:

A. Identify a misconception during every activity only B. Replace the entire teaching process C. Avoid evaluating learning outcomes D. Evaluate learning at the end of a unit, term, or course

Q20. Which practice supports critical thinking?

A. Asking students to repeat answers without understanding B. Encouraging learners to analyse evidence and justify conclusions C. Discouraging questions D. Requiring memorisation without application

Section 2: English Language and Pedagogy (Questions 21–40)

Q21. Choose the correct synonym of “Abundant”.

A. Scarce B. Plentiful C. Empty D. Limited

Q22. Choose the antonym of “Ancient”.

A. Old B. Historic C. Modern D. Traditional

Q23. Select the correct sentence.

A. She go to school every day. B. She going to school every day. C. She gone to school every day. D. She goes to school every day.

Q24. Choose the correct passive voice: “The teacher praised the student.”

A. The student was praised by the teacher. B. The student praised the teacher. C. The teacher was praised by the student. D. The student is praising the teacher.

Q25. Choose the correct indirect speech: He said, “I am tired.”

A. He said that I am tired. B. He said that he was tired. C. He says that he tired. D. He said that he is tiring.

Q26. Choose the correctly spelt word.

A. Necesary B. Neccessary C. Necessary D. Necesarry

Q27. Identify the adjective in the sentence: “The clever student solved the problem.”

A. Student B. Solved C. Problem D. Clever

Q28. Choose the correct preposition: “The book is ___ the table.”

A. On B. At C. By D. Into

Q29. Which activity is most useful for developing reading comprehension?

A. Copying a passage repeatedly B. Memorising every sentence C. Predicting, questioning, and discussing the meaning of a passage D. Reading without thinking about meaning

Q30. The primary purpose of language teaching is to develop learners' ability to:

A. Memorise grammar rules only B. Communicate effectively in meaningful contexts C. Copy paragraphs without errors D. Avoid speaking until perfect

Q31. Which activity best develops listening skills?

A. Silent copying B. Memorising spellings alone C. Writing unrelated sentences D. Listening to a short story and answering questions

Q32. A learner makes occasional grammatical errors while speaking English. The teacher should generally:

A. Encourage communication and provide constructive feedback B. Prevent the learner from speaking C. Penalise every spoken mistake D. Ignore all opportunities for improvement

Q33. Which of the following is a noun?

A. Quickly B. Beautiful C. Honesty D. Run

Q34. Choose the correct plural form of “Child”.

A. Childs B. Children C. Childes D. Childrens

Q35. Choose the correct article: “He is ___ honest man.”

A. A B. The C. No article D. An

Q36. Which method is most appropriate for teaching vocabulary to young learners?

A. Using pictures, objects, context, and meaningful activities B. Asking learners to memorise isolated words only C. Avoiding examples D. Teaching words without discussing their meanings

Q37. What is the main purpose of a language portfolio?

A. To replace every classroom activity B. To record only examination marks C. To document a learner's work and progress over time D. To compare learners publicly

Q38. Which skill is primarily used when a learner interprets a spoken announcement?

A. Writing B. Listening C. Handwriting D. Silent reading

Q39. Which of the following best describes a multilingual classroom?

A. A classroom where only one language is permitted in every situation B. A classroom without communication C. A classroom in which learners must forget their home languages D. A classroom where learners may bring different language backgrounds and resources

Q40. Which approach is most suitable for correcting learners' writing?

A. Providing constructive feedback on content, organisation, and language B. Marking every error without explanation C. Discouraging learners from rewriting D. Assessing handwriting alone

Section 3: Hindi Language and Pedagogy (Questions 41–60)

प्रश्न 41. ‘सूर्य’ का पर्यायवाची शब्द कौन-सा है?

A. चंद्रमा B. रवि C. रात्रि D. बादल

प्रश्न 42. ‘दिन’ का विलोम शब्द क्या है?

A. सुबह B. प्रकाश C. रात D. समय

प्रश्न 43. ‘विद्यालय’ शब्द का सही अर्थ क्या है?

A. पढ़ने-लिखने का स्थान B. खेल का मैदान C. अस्पताल D. बाजार

प्रश्न 44. ‘राम ने फल खाया।’ इस वाक्य में क्रिया कौन-सी है?

A. राम B. ने C. फल D. खाया

प्रश्न 45. ‘सुंदर’ शब्द किस शब्द-भेद का उदाहरण है?

A. संज्ञा B. विशेषण C. सर्वनाम D. क्रिया

प्रश्न 46. ‘लड़का’ का बहुवचन क्या है?

A. लड़कियाँ B. लड़कापन C. लड़के D. लड़कों ने

प्रश्न 47. ‘मैं विद्यालय जाता हूँ।’ इस वाक्य में सर्वनाम कौन-सा है?

A. मैं B. विद्यालय C. जाता D. हूँ

प्रश्न 48. ‘आँखों का तारा’ मुहावरे का अर्थ क्या है?

A. बहुत क्रोधित व्यक्ति B. बहुत दूर की वस्तु C. बहुत दुखी होना D. अत्यंत प्रिय व्यक्ति

प्रश्न 49. ‘कमल’ का एक सामान्य पर्यायवाची शब्द है:

A. पर्वत B. पंकज C. अग्नि D. पवन

प्रश्न 50. ‘वह धीरे-धीरे चलता है।’ इस वाक्य में ‘धीरे-धीरे’ क्या है?

A. संज्ञा B. सर्वनाम C. क्रिया-विशेषण D. विशेषण

प्रश्न 51. भाषा-शिक्षण का प्रमुख उद्देश्य क्या होना चाहिए?

A. सार्थक संप्रेषण और भाषा का व्यावहारिक प्रयोग विकसित करना B. केवल नियम याद करवाना C. विद्यार्थियों को बोलने से रोकना D. केवल लिखावट सुधारना

प्रश्न 52. बच्चों की भाषा संबंधी त्रुटियों पर शिक्षक को क्या करना चाहिए?

A. बच्चों को बोलने से रोक देना चाहिए B. प्रत्येक त्रुटि पर दंड देना चाहिए C. त्रुटियों को सीखने की प्रक्रिया से असंबंधित मानना चाहिए D. त्रुटियों को समझकर उचित प्रतिक्रिया और मार्गदर्शन देना चाहिए

प्रश्न 53. पठन-कौशल विकसित करने के लिए कौन-सी गतिविधि उपयोगी है?

A. पाठ को बिना समझे नकल करना B. पाठ पढ़कर उसके अर्थ पर चर्चा करना C. केवल वर्तनी याद करना D. पढ़ने के बाद कोई प्रश्न न पूछना

प्रश्न 54. बच्चों के पूर्व भाषा-अनुभवों का उपयोग क्यों करना चाहिए?

A. ताकि नई भाषा सीखना बंद हो जाए B. ताकि केवल एक भाषा को महत्व मिले C. ताकि नए ज्ञान को पहले से ज्ञात अनुभवों से जोड़ा जा सके D. ताकि सभी बच्चों को एक जैसा अनुभव मान लिया जाए

प्रश्न 55. सतत आकलन का उद्देश्य क्या है?

A. सीखने की प्रगति को नियमित रूप से समझना और सुधारना B. केवल अंतिम परीक्षा लेना C. केवल विद्यार्थियों की रैंक बनाना D. सीखने की कठिनाइयों की उपेक्षा करना

प्रश्न 56. कहानी सुनाने की गतिविधि मुख्य रूप से किसमें सहायता कर सकती है?

A. केवल गणना करने में B. केवल लिखावट में C. केवल अनुशासन बनाए रखने में D. सुनने, कल्पना, शब्दावली और अभिव्यक्ति में

प्रश्न 57. बहुभाषी कक्षा में शिक्षक को क्या करना चाहिए?

A. बच्चों की घरेलू भाषाओं को हमेशा गलत कहना चाहिए B. बच्चों की भाषाई पृष्ठभूमि को सीखने का संसाधन बनाना चाहिए C. बच्चों को अपनी भाषा के बारे में बात करने से रोकना चाहिए D. केवल रटने पर ध्यान देना चाहिए

प्रश्न 58. उपचारात्मक शिक्षण का मुख्य उद्देश्य क्या है?

A. विद्यार्थियों को दंडित करना B. पाठ्यक्रम को हमेशा के लिए छोड़ देना C. पहचानी गई सीखने की कठिनाइयों को दूर करने में सहायता करना D. केवल तेज विद्यार्थियों को पढ़ाना

प्रश्न 59. भाषा सीखने में समूह-चर्चा क्यों उपयोगी है?

A. यह सहभागिता, विचार-विनिमय और मौखिक अभिव्यक्ति को बढ़ावा देती है B. यह सभी विद्यार्थियों को चुप रखती है C. यह सुनने की आवश्यकता समाप्त करती है D. यह भाषा के प्रयोग को रोकती है

प्रश्न 60. भाषा के आकलन में किस बात को महत्व देना चाहिए?

A. केवल लिखावट B. केवल याद किए गए नियम C. केवल उपस्थिति D. सुनने, बोलने, पढ़ने और लिखने जैसे कौशलों का उपयुक्त आकलन

Section 4: Mathematics MCQs (Questions 61–80)

Q61. What is the value of (3/4 + 1/8)?

A. (4/12) B. (1/2) C. (7/8) D. (3/8)

Q62. A rectangle has a length of 12 cm and a breadth of 5 cm. Its perimeter is:

A. 17 cm B. 34 cm C. 60 cm D. 24 cm

Q63. What is the area of a square whose side is 7 cm?

A. 14 cm² B. 28 cm² C. 21 cm² D. 49 cm²

Q64. What is 25% of 200?

A. 50 B. 25 C. 75 D. 100

Q65. What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 6 and 8?

A. 12 B. 16 C. 24 D. 48

Q66. What is the highest common factor (HCF) of 18 and 24?

A. 2 B. 6 C. 8 D. 12

Q67. What is the value of (15 × 4 - 10)?

A. 70 B. 40 C. 60 D. 50

Q68. Which fraction is equivalent to (2/3)?

A. (3/5) B. (4/9) C. (6/12) D. (8/12)

Q69. A triangle has angles of 60° and 70°. Its third angle is:

A. 40° B. 50° C. 60° D. 70°

Q70. What is the average of 10, 20, and 30?

A. 15 B. 20 C. 25 D. 30

Q71. Which teaching aid is most suitable for introducing fractions to primary learners?

A. Formula memorisation alone B. Abstract definitions without examples C. Fraction strips and paper-folding activities D. Repeated copying of the textbook

Q72. A student solves a problem using a different but mathematically correct method. The teacher should:

A. Reject it because it differs from the textbook B. Award marks only for memorised methods C. Discourage the student from explaining the method D. Encourage the explanation and examine the reasoning

Q73. What is the place value of 5 in 3,582?

A. 500 B. 50 C. 5 D. 5,000

Q74. What is the decimal equivalent of (1/4)?

A. 0.4 B. 0.25 C. 0.5 D. 0.75

Q75. The perimeter of an equilateral triangle with each side measuring 9 cm is:

A. 18 cm B. 21 cm C. 27 cm D. 36 cm

Q76. Which method best helps children understand multiplication?

A. Memorising tables without examples only B. Avoiding the use of objects C. Learning rules without practice D. Using equal groups, arrays, and repeated addition

Q77. A learner writes (1/3 + 1/4 = 2/7). What should the teacher do?

A. Explore the misconception and teach common denominators using suitable examples B. Ignore the mistake C. Stop the learner from solving fractions D. Teach a different topic without feedback

Q78. Which of the following is a prime number?

A. 21 B. 29 C. 35 D. 39

Q79. How many metres are there in 2.5 kilometres?

A. 250 metres B. 25 metres C. 2,500 metres D. 25,000 metres

Q80. The main purpose of mathematics assessment should be to:

A. Identify only the fastest learners B. Punish calculation errors C. Encourage memorisation alone D. Understand reasoning, identify difficulties, and support improvement

Section 5: Environmental Studies MCQs (Questions 81–100)

Q81. Which of the following is a renewable source of energy?

A. Coal B. Petroleum C. Solar energy D. Natural gas

Q82. Which part of a plant primarily absorbs water and minerals from the soil?

A. Flower B. Root C. Fruit D. Seed

Q83. Which gas do green plants primarily absorb from the atmosphere during photosynthesis?

A. Carbon dioxide B. Oxygen C. Nitrogen D. Hydrogen

Q84. Which of the following is a common waterborne disease?

A. Scurvy B. Rickets C. Night blindness D. Cholera

Q85. Which practice helps conserve water?

A. Leaving taps running B. Washing vehicles with a continuously running hose C. Repairing leaking taps and collecting rainwater D. Pouring clean water down drains unnecessarily

Q86. Which of the following is a biodegradable material?

A. Plastic bottle B. Vegetable peels C. Glass jar D. Aluminium can

Q87. Which organ helps humans breathe by exchanging gases with the blood?

A. Lungs B. Stomach C. Kidney D. Liver

Q88. Which animal is commonly classified as a herbivore?

A. Lion B. Tiger C. Eagle D. Cow

Q89. What is the main purpose of segregating waste at source?

A. To increase mixed waste B. To make recycling impossible C. To facilitate suitable disposal, composting, and recycling D. To prevent waste collection

Q90. Which of the following is a natural source of light?

A. Electric bulb B. Sun C. Tube light D. Torch

Q91. Which classroom activity is most suitable for teaching water conservation?

A. Conducting a water-use survey and discussing ways to reduce wastage B. Memorising a paragraph without discussion C. Avoiding local examples D. Copying definitions only

Q92. Why are field visits useful in Environmental Studies?

A. They remove the need for observation B. They prevent students from asking questions C. They focus only on textbook memorisation D. They connect classroom learning with real-life experiences

Q93. Which of the following is a common source of air pollution?

A. Planting trees B. Collecting rainwater C. Emissions from vehicles and industries D. Composting vegetable waste

Q94. Which vitamin is produced in the skin when it is exposed to suitable sunlight?

A. Vitamin C B. Vitamin D C. Vitamin B12 D. Vitamin K

Q95. Which of the following is an example of a food chain?

A. Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Snake B. Snake → Grass → Sun → Frog C. Frog → Grass → Snake → Grasshopper D. Grasshopper → Sun → Grass → Snake

Q96. What is the primary purpose of a school kitchen garden as an EVS activity?

A. To replace all classroom teaching B. To discourage observation C. To focus only on decorative plants D. To develop practical understanding of plants, food, and the environment

Q97. Which method is most appropriate for teaching about local occupations?

A. Asking students to memorise occupation names only B. Avoiding community experiences C. Interviewing local workers and discussing their work D. Prohibiting students from asking questions

Q98. Which of the following is a method of rainwater harvesting?

A. Leaving rooftops unconnected to collection systems B. Collecting rainwater from rooftops for suitable storage or groundwater recharge C. Sending all rainwater directly into littered drains D. Wasting collected water

Q99. Which of the following best describes biodiversity?

A. The variety of living organisms in an area or on Earth B. The number of buildings in a city C. The quantity of plastic produced annually D. The amount of rainfall in a single day

Q100. EVS teaching at the primary level should generally encourage:

A. Memorisation without observation B. One-way lectures only C. Avoiding the child's surroundings D. Observation, exploration, questioning, and learning from the environment

Section 6: Social Studies MCQs (Questions 101–120)

Q101. The Constitution of India came into effect on:

A. 15 August 1947 B. 26 January 1950 C. 26 November 1949 D. 2 October 1950

Q102. Who is popularly known as the Father of the Indian Constitution?

A. Jawaharlal Nehru B. Mahatma Gandhi C. Dr. B. R. Ambedkar D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel

Q103. Which is the largest continent by area?

A. Asia B. Africa C. Europe D. Australia

Q104. The Tropic of Cancer is located at approximately:

A. 0° latitude B. 66.5° N C. 23.5° S D. 23.5° N

Q105. Which river is commonly regarded as the longest river entirely within India?

A. Yamuna B. Godavari C. Narmada D. Tapi

Q106. The Revolt of 1857 began at:

A. Delhi B. Kanpur C. Meerut D. Lucknow

Q107. Who led the Dandi March in 1930?

A. Mahatma Gandhi B. Subhas Chandra Bose C. Bhagat Singh D. Bal Gangadhar Tilak

Q108. Which institution is responsible for making laws at the Union level in India?

A. Election Commission alone B. Supreme Court alone C. Reserve Bank of India D. Parliament, subject to the constitutional distribution of powers

Q109. The Panchayati Raj system is primarily associated with:

A. International diplomacy B. Rural local self-government C. Defence administration D. Currency regulation

Q110. Which of the following is a fundamental right under the Indian Constitution?

A. Right to own any public office B. Right to ignore all laws C. Right to Equality D. Right to unlimited government benefits

Q111. Which teaching aid is especially useful for understanding the location of countries and physical features?

A. A globe or map B. A grammar workbook alone C. A calculator alone D. A dictionary alone

Q112. Which activity best develops historical understanding?

A. Memorising dates without context B. Avoiding historical evidence C. Copying chapter headings D. Using timelines, historical sources, and discussion

Q113. What is the main function of the Election Commission of India?

A. To make all parliamentary laws B. To conduct and supervise elections within its constitutional and legal mandate C. To decide every criminal case D. To prepare the national budget

Q114. Which of the following is a primary historical source?

A. A modern revision guide B. A recent general textbook C. A diary written by someone who witnessed an event D. A present-day summary website

Q115. Which of the following is a major cause of seasons on Earth?

A. Earth's axial tilt as it revolves around the Sun B. The Moon's daily rotation C. Changes in the distance between Earth and the Moon D. Clouds blocking sunlight everywhere

Q116. Which of the following is an example of a renewable natural resource when managed sustainably?

A. Coal B. Petroleum C. Natural gas D. Forests

Q117. Which activity is most suitable for teaching local government?

A. Memorising official titles only B. Discussing local civic issues and studying the functions of local bodies C. Avoiding community examples D. Copying definitions without application

Q118. The Equator divides Earth into the:

A. Eastern and Western Hemispheres only B. Arctic and Antarctic regions C. Northern and Southern Hemispheres D. Eastern and Northern Hemispheres

Q119. Which of the following is a key feature of democracy?

A. Citizens participate in choosing their representatives through elections B. Citizens have no role in public affairs C. All public decisions are made without laws D. Only one individual can hold all public authority permanently

Q120. Social Science teaching should primarily help learners to:

A. Memorise facts without understanding B. Avoid discussing social issues C. Accept every claim without evidence D. Develop critical thinking, understand society, and examine evidence

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