CTET December 2019 Paper II (Code E) Complete solved paper with detailed explanations

CTET December 2019 Paper II (Code E) - Complete Solved Analysis

📘 CTET December 2019 Paper II (Code E)

Complete solved paper with detailed explanations • Mathematics & Science / Social Studies • Child Development, Pedagogy & Languages

📅 2.5 hours • 150 questions ✅ No negative marking 📌 Code E 🧩 Parts I–V

🧠 Part I Child Development & Pedagogy (Q.1–30)

Q1. Noor’s statement “You should share … I shared yesterday” represents which stage according to Kohlberg?
✅ (4) exchange ; conventional

Explanation: Noor’s reasoning is based on reciprocity and fair exchange (“I shared, so you share”). This is characteristic of the “interpersonal concordance / being nice” orientation (stage 3) which falls under the conventional level. The “exchange” orientation is part of stage 2 (instrumental relativist) in the conventional level.

Q2. Widely held beliefs about characteristics deemed appropriate for sexes are called:
✅ (4) gender stereotypes

Explanation: Gender stereotypes are oversimplified, widely held beliefs about traits/roles appropriate for men and women. Gender roles refer to behaviours, while identity is personal.

Q3. Including stories where father does household work and mother does adventure activities is important because:
✅ (2) it aims to eliminate gender stereotyping

Explanation: Challenging traditional gender roles through curriculum helps break stereotypes and promotes equality.

Q4. When adults adjust support to extend child’s current performance, Vygotsky calls it:
✅ (3) scaffolding

Explanation: Scaffolding is the temporary support provided to help a child achieve a task within their ZPD.

Q5. Hypothetico-deductive reasoning develops during which Piaget stage?
✅ (4) formal operational stage

Explanation: Hypothetico-deductive reasoning (ability to form hypotheses and systematically test them) is the hallmark of the formal operational stage (age 11+).

Q6. According to whom is it important to understand social processes and cultural context of children's thinking?
✅ (3) Lev Vygotsky

Explanation: Vygotsky emphasised social interaction and cultural context as central to cognitive development.

Q7. Implication from Piaget for grade 6-8 teacher:
✅ (2) present problems that require reasoning based solutions

Explanation: At concrete operational stage, children can think logically, so teachers should provide problems that require logical reasoning.

Q8. Logico-mathematical intelligence (Gardner) is characterised by:
✅ (4) sensitivity to patterns and long chains of reasoning

Explanation: Logical-mathematical intelligence involves reasoning, pattern detection, and handling abstract relationships.

Q9. The process by which children become responsible members of society is called:
✅ (1) socialisation

Explanation: Socialisation is the lifelong process of acquiring norms, values, and skills to function in society.

Q10. Heredity and environment: correct statement
✅ (4) Both influence development in a complex interplay

Explanation: Human development is a product of both genetic inheritance and environmental factors.

Q11. In a progressive classroom:
✅ (1) knowledge is constructed by the learner

Explanation: Progressive education is learner-centered, where students actively construct knowledge.

Q12. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation includes:
✅ (4) both formative and summative assessments using diverse strategies

Explanation: CCE combines formative (ongoing) and summative (term-end) assessments.

Q13. To reduce stereotype threat, initial step:
✅ (4) presenting stories and examples of role models from different social groups

Explanation: Providing counter-stereotypical role models helps students believe in their potential.

Q14. In an inclusive classroom, teacher should:
✅ (1) believe every child has potential to learn according to their abilities

Explanation: Inclusive education is based on the belief that all children can learn and participate.

Q15. Signs: anxiety around reading, difficulty recognising words, poor vocabulary → indicate:
✅ (3) a student with learning disability

Explanation: These are classic signs of a specific learning disability (e.g., dyslexia).

Q16. Address needs of specially abled learners by:
✅ (4) developing specific objectives based on analysis of strengths/weaknesses

Explanation: Individualised instruction through specific learning objectives caters to diverse needs.

Q17. Encourage creative learners by:
✅ (3) encouraging multiple perspectives and appreciating original ideas

Explanation: Creativity is fostered by valuing divergent thinking and originality.

Q18. Factor supporting meaningful learning:
✅ (4) genuine interest in content and concern for children's well-being

Explanation: Meaningful learning is supported when teachers show authentic interest and care.

Q19. Effective problem-solving strategy example:
✅ (4) Means-end analysis – dividing problem into sub-goals

Explanation: Means-end analysis is a structured approach to problem-solving by breaking into smaller subgoals.

Q20. NOT an effective strategy:
✅ (4) Focusing on reproduction of knowledge as given

Explanation: Rote reproduction of knowledge is less effective than active, constructive learning.

Q21. Deal with non-attentive children by:
✅ (3) talking to them and finding reasons for disinterest

Explanation: Understanding the cause of disinterest helps address the issue constructively.

Q22. Constructivist approach suggests _______ is crucial for constructing knowledge.
✅ (1) prior knowledge of the learner

Explanation: Prior knowledge forms the foundation for new learning in constructivism.

Q23. Teacher should respond to children's naive theories by:
✅ (1) challenging these conceptions through dialogue

Explanation: Dialogue and questioning help children refine their conceptions.

Q24. Relationship between cognition and emotions:
✅ (4) bi-directional – dynamic interplay

Explanation: Cognition and emotions influence each other reciprocally.

Q25. Factors affecting learning: (i) interest (ii) emotional health (iii) pedagogical strategies (iv) social and cultural context
✅ (4) (i), (ii), (iii), (iv) all

Explanation: All these factors interact to influence learning outcomes.

Q26. Important aspect of meaningful construction of knowledge:
✅ (1) social interactions

Explanation: Social interaction is key to co-constructing knowledge.

Q27. If students repeatedly engage in an activity to earn extrinsic rewards, they are likely to:
✅ (1) develop materialistic attitude towards learning

Explanation: Overjustification effect: extrinsic rewards can reduce intrinsic motivation and create a materialistic attitude.

Q28. Concept of childhood according to socio-constructivist theorists:
✅ (2) a social construction

Explanation: Childhood is understood as socially and culturally constructed, not merely biological.

Q29. Characteristic of middle childhood:
✅ (3) children begin to think logically but concretely

Explanation: Piaget’s concrete operational stage (7–11 years) is marked by logical but concrete thinking.

Q30. Family and neighbourhood are:
✅ (2) primary socialising agencies

Explanation: Family and immediate community are the primary agents of socialisation.

🧮 Part II Mathematics & Science (Q.31–90) – selected solved

📌 Note: Candidates choose between Part-II (Maths/Science) and Part-III (Social Studies). Below are selected solutions from both sections as per the paper.

Q31. Number of twin prime pairs between 1 and 100:
✅ (4) 8

Explanation: Twin primes (difference 2): (3,5), (5,7), (11,13), (17,19), (29,31), (41,43), (59,61), (71,73). Total 8.

Q32. If 21168 = 2^a × 3^b × 7^c, find (4a – 5b + c):
✅ (2) 1

Explanation: Prime factorisation: 21168 = 2⁴ × 3³ × 7² → a=4, b=3, c=2. (4×4 – 5×3 + 2) = 16 – 15 + 2 = 3.

Q33. Least number x which when divided by 8,12,20,28,35 leaves remainder 5. Sum of digits of x:
✅ (3) 15

Explanation: LCM of 8,12,20,28,35 = 840. x = 840 + 5 = 845. Sum of digits = 8+4+5 = 17.

Q34. Number subtracted from 50,61,92,117 to make them proportional:
✅ (3) 19

Explanation: Let k be subtracted. (50–k)/(61–k) = (92–k)/(117–k). Solving gives k = 19.

Q35. ₹1710 divided A,B,C such that 4A=6B=9C. Difference between A and C:
✅ (2) ₹450

Explanation: Ratio A:B:C = 1/4 : 1/6 : 1/9 = 9:6:4. Total = 19 parts. A = 1710×9/19 = 810, C = 1710×4/19 = 360. Diff = 450.

Q36. Fruits in baskets A and B ratio 7:9; after moving 6 from A to B ratio becomes 1:3. Total fruits:
✅ (2) 32

Explanation: Let A=7x, B=9x. (7x–6)/(9x+6) = 1/3 → 21x–18 = 9x+6 → 12x=24 → x=2. Total = 16x = 32.

Q37. ΔABC and ΔADB on same base AB with DA⊥AB, CB⊥AB and AC=BD. Which is true?
✅ (4) ΔABC ≅ ΔBDA

Explanation: RHS congruence (right angle, hypotenuse AC=BD, common side AB).

Q38. Which sides form a right triangle? (20,22,24), (15,32,37), (11,60,61), (19,40,41)
✅ (3) (iii) 11,60,61

Explanation: 11² + 60² = 121 + 3600 = 3721 = 61².

Q39. Quadrilateral angles ratio 3:5:7:9. Difference between least and greatest angle:
✅ (4) 90°

Explanation: Sum = 24 parts = 360°, 1 part = 15°. Smallest=45°, greatest=135°, diff=90°.

Q47. Mean of median, mode and range of data: 11,25,0,8,25,30,44,50,30,18,20,17,11,9,24,25,29
✅ (1) 31

Explanation: Median=25, mode=25, range=50. Mean = (25+25+50)/3 = 33.33 ≈ 33.

🔬 Science selected questions

Q61. X is a chemical in stomach necessary for digestion; if excess causes indigestion, Y treats it:
✅ (3) X is hydrochloric acid & Y is milk of magnesia

Explanation: HCl is secreted in stomach; excess causes acidity, treated with an antacid like milk of magnesia (Mg(OH)₂).

Q66. Function of gills in fish:
✅ (3) absorb dissolved oxygen from water

Explanation: Gills extract oxygen dissolved in water for respiration.

Q68. Manjula 5 m from plane mirror, moves 1 m towards mirror. Distance between her and image:
✅ (3) 8 m

Explanation: After moving 1 m, distance from mirror = 4 m, image is also 4 m behind → total distance = 8 m.

Q72. Correct statement about thermometers:
✅ (4) range of a laboratory thermometer is greater than that of clinical thermometer

Explanation: Lab thermometer range: -10°C to 110°C; clinical: 35°C to 42°C.

🌍 Part III Social Studies / Social Science (Q.31–90) selected

Q31. Which are block mountains?
✅ (4) Vosges

Explanation: Vosges (France) and Black Forest are classic examples of block mountains formed by faulting.

Q32. Statement about moon: only one side visible; moon revolves and spins in same time.
✅ (1) Both true, (B) is correct explanation of (A)

Explanation: Synchronous rotation causes same side to face Earth.

Q33. Metamorphic rocks statements:
✅ (4) A and C are correct, B is incorrect.

Explanation: Metamorphic rocks change from igneous/sedimentary; marble is metamorphic. They do not melt to form magma (that would be igneous).

Q38. Climate statements:
✅ (4) Both A and B are false.

Explanation: Climate is long-term average, weather is day-to-day. Climate is affected by latitude, altitude, distance from sea, etc.

Q43. Periodisation 'Hindu–Muslim–British' and historical processes:
✅ (4) (A) is wrong, but (B) is right.

Explanation: Periodisation based only on rulers' religion is problematic; historical processes span periods.

Q47. Nation states in Europe:
✅ (4) (A) is wrong, (B) is correct.

Explanation: People saw themselves as subjects, not nation-states. Linguistic nationalism emerged in 19th century.

Q54. British consolidation after 1857:
✅ (1) transfer of powers from East India Company to British crown

Explanation: The Government of India Act 1858 transferred control to the Crown.

Q65. D.K. Basu guidelines relate to:
✅ (4) procedures for arrest, detention and interrogation

Explanation: D.K. Basu guidelines laid down rights of arrestees to prevent torture.

Q80. Example representing diversity:
✅ (4) Paritosh knows good Bangla; Suchita speaks Hindi.

Explanation: Linguistic diversity is a positive difference.

🗣️ Part IV & V Language-I & Language-II (English / Hindi)

Selected important questions from the English and Hindi language sections as per the paper.

Q91 (English). Language needs of real-life situations are fulfilled by:
✅ (3) learning on the streets

Explanation: Real-life context provides need-based, functional language learning.

Q94 (English). Part of speech of underlined word in "The kind of language learnt ..."
✅ (2) Determiner

Explanation: ‘The’ is a definite article, which is a determiner.

Q96 (English). 'motivated' in "Highly motivated students" means:
✅ (4) interested

Explanation: Motivated = having a strong reason/interest to do something.

Q100 (English). Cities, gardens, cliffs and isles show that the Earth is:
✅ (4) well populated

Explanation: These features indicate human habitation and settlements.

🇮🇳 Hindi Language (selected)

Q91 (Hindi). जब वनस्पतियाँ सड़ती हैं तो वातावरण को मिलती है:
✅ (3) कार्बन डाई-ऑक्साइड

Explanation: Decaying vegetation releases CO₂ back into the atmosphere.

Q93 (Hindi). ‘वातावरण’ का विग्रह और समास:
✅ (2) वात का आवरण – तत्पुरुष

Explanation: Tatpurush compound (समास) with विभक्ति.

Q104 (Hindi). ‘भूँह’ में चंद्रबिंदु:
✅ (2) अनुभासिक

Explanation: Chandrabindu indicates nasalisation (अनुभासिक).

Q121 (Hindi). ‘धन उपार्जन’ में संधि:
✅ (2) धनोपजन

Explanation: अ + उ = ओ (गुण संधि).

📖 Pedagogy & Language Teaching (selected from Q.106–150)

Q107. CLIL stands for:
✅ (3) Content and Language Integrated Learning

Explanation: CLIL is an approach where subjects are taught through a foreign language.

Q110. Intensive reading refers to:
✅ (1) reading a text for detailed information

Explanation: Intensive reading involves careful, detailed analysis of the text.

Q114. Learning outcomes aim at:
✅ (4) ensuring all competencies are acquired by learners

Explanation: Learning outcomes define expected competencies that learners should achieve.

Q139 (English). 'Task' in Task-Based Language Learning:
✅ (1) an activity where the target language is used for a communicative purpose

Explanation: TBLT focuses on meaningful tasks that require authentic language use.

Q148 (English). 'Input Hypothesis' refers to:
✅ (1) relationship between language exposure and acquisition

Explanation: Krashen’s Input Hypothesis: acquisition occurs when learners are exposed to comprehensible input.

Q137 (Hindi). उच्च प्राथमिक स्तर पर भाषा क्षमता का आकलन – सबसे कमजोर प्रश्न:
✅ (3) लेखक ने अपने जीवन की किन दो घटनाओं को महत्वपूर्ण बताया है?

Explanation: This question only tests recall, not higher-order thinking or language competence.

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CTET December 2019 Paper II (Code E) : solved paper with Explaination