Exam Details

• Post Name: High School Assistant (HSA) – English
• Recruitment Type: NCA – Direct Recruitment
• Department: Education
• Paper Code: 137/2015
• Date of Examination: 22nd July 2015
• Conducting Body: Kerala Public Service Commission (KPSC)
• Exam Mode: OMR-based Objective Type

Question Paper Structure & Syllabus

The Kerala PSC HSA English exam is designed to test candidates' English language proficiency, literature knowledge, teaching methodology, and general awareness. Below is a section-wise breakdown of the exam pattern:

1. English Language & Grammar

• Parts of Speech
• Tenses & Sentence Structure
• Active & Passive Voice
• Direct & Indirect Speech
• Idioms & Phrases
• Synonyms, Antonyms & One-word Substitutions
• Common Errors in English Usage
• Reading Comprehension

2. English Literature

• History of English Literature (Old English to Modern English)
• Literary Movements & Major Literary Periods
• Notable English Writers & Their Works
• Poetry, Drama, Fiction, and Essays Analysis
• Literary Devices & Rhetoric
• Indian English Literature & World Literature

3. Teaching Methodology & Pedagogy

• Principles of Teaching English as a Second Language
• Language Acquisition Theories
• Communicative Language Teaching (CLT)
• Lesson Planning & Classroom Strategies
• Error Analysis & Remedial Teaching
• Use of Technology in Language Learning
• Assessment & Evaluation Techniques

4. General Knowledge & Current Affairs

• Kerala Renaissance & Social Reformers
• Indian Constitution & Political System
• Geography of India & Kerala
• Economy & Development Programs
• Science & Technology Developments
• Important Government Schemes
• Awards, Sports, and National/International Events

5. Educational Psychology

• Theories of Learning – Piaget, Vygotsky, Bruner, Skinner
• Motivation & Student Engagement Strategies
• Classroom Management Techniques
• Special Education & Inclusive Teaching
• Child Development & Cognitive Growth

Marking Scheme

• Total Marks: 100
• Number of Questions: 100 (Objective Type)
• Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
• Negative Marking: Yes (0.33 marks deducted for each wrong answer)

Importance of This Previous Paper

This Kerala PSC HSA English previous question paper is essential for understanding the exam pattern, syllabus coverage, and difficulty level. Candidates can use this paper to:

• Strengthen English language & grammar skills
• Improve literary knowledge & analytical skills
• Enhance teaching methodology & pedagogy expertise
• Familiarize with educational psychology & classroom management techniques

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