MUSEOLOGY AND CONSERVATION
Paper – III
Note : This paper contains seventy five (75) objective type questions of two (2) marks each. All questions are compulsory.
1. Magnesium Carbonate is used in Taxidermy.
(A) To soften the tissue
(B) To stop bleeding
(C) To prevent insect infestations
(D) To tan the skin
2. Which of the following indicates the presence of bronze disease ?
(A) Basic Cupric Carbonate
(B) Basic Cupric Chloride
(C) Cuprous Chloride
(D) Cuprous Oxide
3. Pyrite decay occurs in which material ?
(A) Fossils
(B) Metals
(C) Biological Specimens
(D) Textiles
4. Foxing occurs in
(A) Paper
(B) Textiles
(C) Wood
(D) Leather
5. ‘Museum Environment’ is authored by
(A) H.J. Plenderleith
(B) O.P. Agrawal
(C) T.R. Gairola
(D) Garry Thomson
6. The regional centre of Indira Gandhi Rashtriya manav Sangrahalaya is located in
(A) Mysore
(B) Guwahati
(C) Varanasi
(D) Bangaluru
7. National Council of Science Museums, Kolkata is an autonomous body of
(A) Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
(B) Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
(C) Ministry of Environment and Forests, Government of India.
(D) Ministry of Communication, Government of India.
8. Birbal Sahani Institute of Paleobotany is run by
(A) Government of M.P.
(B) Government of Bihar
(C) Government of India
(D) Government of U.P.
9. Hermitage is located at
(A) Cambridge
(B) Florence
(C) Saint Petersburg
(D) Paris
10. Bharat Kala Bhavan, BHU-Varanasi was established in
(A) 1960
(B) 1951
(C) 1920
(D) 1940
11. The main collection of Central Asian Antiquities is housed in
(A) National Museum, New Delhi.
(B) Indian Museum, Kolkata.
(C) Lal Qila Museum,New Delhi
(D) Archaeological Survey of India, New Delhi.
12. UMAC in ICOM-UMAC stands for
(A) Committee for Universal Museums and Collections.
(B) Committee for Universal Museums and Community.
(C) Committee for Universal Museum Community.
(D) Committee for University Museums and Collections.
13. The journal ‘Curator’ is published by
(A) American Alliance of Museums.
(B) American Museum of Natural History, New York.
(C) Museums Association, U.K.
(D) Commonwealth Association of Museums.
14. The Life cycle stages of silver fish does not include
(A) Egg
(B) Larva
(C) Nymph
(D) Adult
15. Who wrote the first directory of museums in India ?
(A) Usha Agrawal
(B) C. Sivarama Murti
(C) Shomita Punja
(D) Markham and Hargreaves
16. Who said : “Objects are silent. They must tell about themselves, their origin, purpose, their relative position in the development of their kind and countless other details through labels, guides and catalogues ?”
(A) G. Brown Goode
(B) John Cotton Dana
(C) Henry Cole
(D) T.R. Adam
17. Which chemical is used for Lamination of paper ?
(A) Amyle Acetate
(B) Cellulose Acetate
(C) Chloramin T
(D) Para dichloro Benzene
18. Which chemical is used for protecting metal objects from environmental effects ?
(A) Gelatin
(B) Alum
(C) Paraloid B72
(D) Calcium Hydroxide
19. Which material is used for removal sodium chloride from terracotta ?
(A) White Shellac
(B) Crude creosote
(C) Alum
(D) Paper machie
20. Which of the following is not a primary colour of light ?
(A) Red
(B) Yellow
(C) Blue
(D) Green
21. If it is not possible to completely block the UV, levels should not exceed
(A) 75 lux
(B) 75 microwatts
(C) 75 lumen
(D) 75 microwatts/lumen
22. The boards and papers recommended for conservation should be buffered
(A) pH 4 to pH 5
(B) pH 5 to pH 7
(C) pH 6 to pH 7
(D) pH 7.5 to pH 8.5
23. The quantity of water in a moistureabsorbent material at a given temperature and relative humidity is called its
(A) Equilibrium moisture content
(B) Equal moisture content
(C) Equal relative humidity
(D) Equilibrium relative humidity content
24. Allahabad Museum has a major collection of
(A) Amaravati sculptures
(B) Chola bronzes
(C) Bharhut sculputres
(D) Gold coins
25. Crizzling occurs in
(A) Glass
(B) Gold
(C) Porcelain
(D) Oil paintings
26. Paleontology is the source of studying
(A) Stones
(B) Fossils
(C) Bones
(D) Archaelogical finding
27. Edakkal caves are situated in
(A) Aurangabad
(B) Pithoragarh
(C) Wayanad
(D) Dhar
28. Gir Forest National Park is famous for
(A) Bison
(B) Lion
(C) Tiger
(D) Rhino
29. The document containing written instructions for architect or designer is called
(A) Mission statement
(B) Brief
(C) Vision statement
(D) Forward Plan
30. Collection of bones is called
(A) Osteological collection
(B) Anthropological collection
(C) Arthopoda collection
(D) Paleantological collection
31. In which year the Louvre was established as a permanent museum
(A) 1753
(B) 1793
(C) 1804
(D) 1823
32. Assertion (A) : Materials that have a natural salt content may suffer from efflorescence when the air is dry.
Reason (R) : Because the moisture condenses and the salts crystallise on the surface.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
33. Assertion (A) : In later stages of mold growth, the fungus grows rapidly even if surrounding air is dry.
Reason (R) : Fungal metabolism supplies the needed moisture.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
34. Assertion (A) : It is recommended to use dry chemical and CO2 type fire extinguishers in museums.
Reason (R) : These will cause the least damage to a collection.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
35. Assertion (A) : Mould can not grow on synthetic fibres such as Nylon and Polyester.
Reason (R) : They do not provide food for the origanism even if they are soiled and have finishes that provide food for the organism.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
36. Assertion (A) : Temperature and humidity should be monitored and recorded continuously, 24 hours a day, throughout the year.
Reason (R) : They can fluctuate frequently and dramatically and most museum items are affected one way or another by excessive levels or frequent fluctuations.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
37. Assertion (A) : Sometimes, during production of acid-free paper, it is treated with calcium or magnesium bicarbonate.
Reason (R) : To create an alkaline reserve or buffer.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
38. Assertion (A) : It is recommended to use only the black and white versions of Polyethylene foams for storing and displaying museum objects.
Reason (R) : Because they are not likely to stain or damage objects.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
39. Assertion (A) : Wood is anisotropic in nature.
Reason (R) : Because rate of elongation and contraction is same in all the three directions.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
40. Assertion (A) : Labels should be applied to the backs of canvas paintings.
Reason (R) : The chemicals in the adhesives cannot seep through the canvas and adversely affect the paint.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
41. Assertion (A) : Ideally, works of art should be grouped in storage areas according to the sensitivity of their components.
Reason (R) : To facilitate research.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
42. Assertion (A) : Security of museum collections depends upon sound documentation procedures.
Reason (R) : It established the identity of each individual object and helps to keep track of the movement of objects.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
43. Assertion (A) : Paradichlorobenzene is every effective on all stages of insect pests.
Reason (R) : It kills eggs, larvae and insects.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
44. Assertion (A) : An important concept in controlling light is the law of reciprocity.
Reason (R) : Because the limited exposure to a high intensity light produces the same amount of damage as
long exposure to a lowintensity light.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
45. Assertion (A) : Never left a heavy sculpture by its projecting member such as an arm or head.
Reason (R) : Because they cannot bear the weight of the sculpture.
Codes :
(A) (A) and (R) both are right.
(B) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(C) (A) and (R) both are wrong.
(D) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
46. Assertion (A) : A Museum should always accept any object offered as gift.
Reason (R) : It enriches collections without any cost.
Codes :
(A) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(B) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are right.
(D) Both (A) and (R) are wrong.
47. Assertion (A) : LED Light is safe for museum objects.
Reason (R) : They do not emit heat and UV rays.
Codes :
(A) (A) is right, but (R) is wrong.
(B) (A) is wrong, but (R) is right.
(C) Both (A) and (R) are wrong.
(D) Both(A) and (R) are right.
48. Arrange the stages of Decisionmaking process in order :
a. Selecting the best alternative.
b. Identifying the problem.
c. Determining alternative courses of action.
d. Implementing the decision.
Codes :
(A) b, c, d and a
(B) b, a, c and d
(C) c, b, a and d
(D) b, c, a and d
49. Arrange the stages of organising a visit of school children to a museum in order :
a. Story-telling session followed by use of activity sheets.
b. receiving and greeting the children.
c. Production of educational material.
d. Displaying photographs taken by children in school.
Codes :
(A) c, b, a and d
(B) c, b, d and a
(C) d, b, c and a
(D) b, c, d and a
50. Arrange the following stages of strategic planning in order :
a. Strategy formulation
b. Goal formulation
c. Organisation design
d. Situation analysis
Codes :
(A) d, b, c and a
(B) d, b, a and c
(C) d, a, b and c
(D) b, a, d and c
51. Arrange in order the process of Taxidermy of birds
a. Skinning
b. Collection
c. Narcotization
d. Stuffing
Codes :
(A) a, b, c, d
(B) c, d, b, a
(C) b, c, a, d
(D) d, a, b, c
52. Arrange in order the process of Mechanical cleaning of copper alloys :
a. Polishing and burnishing.
b. Brushing
c. Grinding
d. Picking and Chipping
Codes :
(A) c, a, b, d
(B) a, b, c, d
(C) d, c, a, b
(D) b, c, d, a
53. Arrange in order the process of treatment of water logged wood.
a. Removal of object with a strong support.
b. Removal of extraneous substances.
c. Use of consolidants.
d. Controlled dehydration.
Codes :
(A) c, d, a, b
(B) d, a, c, b
(C) a, d, b, c
(D) b, a, c, d
54. Arrange in order the consolidation method of wood by mechanical reinforcement :
a. Dowelling either with metal or wooden pegs.
b. In laying across cracks with solid X-shaped wedges.
c. Reinforcing with glue.
d. Stopping irregular cavities.
Codes :
(A) b, a, d, c
(B) d, c, a, b
(C) a, b, c, d
(D) c, a, d, b
55. Arrange the stages of papermaking in order.
a. Sizing and finishing
b. Preparation of pulp
c. Formation of the sheets
d. Pressing and drying
Codes :
(A) b, c, d and a
(B) a, d, c and b
(C) a, b, c and d
(D) b, c, a and d
56. Arrange the following in order of Bloom’s Taxonomy of Education objectives.
a. Evaluation
b. comprehension
c. Knowledge
d. Analysis
Codes :
(A) a, c, b and d
(B) d, a, c and b
(C) c, b, d and a
(D) b, c, a and d
57. In case an emergency occurs and evacuation of the museum may be necessary. When evacuation alarm sounds, the museum staff should
a. remain calm
b. block the exit
c. assist disabled persons
d. shut down all hazardous operations
Codes :
(A) a, c and d
(B) a, b and c
(C) a, b, c and d
(D) b, c and d
58. Paper pulp method is used to remove soluble salts from
a. Stone
b. Terracotta
c. Bone
d. Ivory
Codes :
(A) a, b and c
(B) b, c and d
(C) a, b, c and d
(D) a, c and d
59. Which of the followings are methods of treating water logged wood ?
a. Polyethylene Glycol (PEG) method.
b. Acetone-Rosin method.
c. Freeze drying of waterlogged wood.
d. Silicone Oil Treatment
Codes :
(A) a, b, c and d
(B) a, c and d
(C) a, b and d
(D) b, c and d
60. The British Museum leather Dressing mixture contains
a. Anhydrous lanolin
b. Cedarwood oil
c. Paraffin wax
d. Hexane
Codes :
(A) a, b, c and d
(B) a, c and d
(C) b, c and d
(D) a, b and d
61. In order for fire to occur, which of the followings must be present ?
a. Heat
b. Fuel
c. Oxygen
d. A chemical chain
Codes :
(A) a, b and c
(B) a, b, c and d
(C) a, c and d
(D) b, c and d
62. Which of the following animals are invertebrate ?
a. Sea Urchin
b. Earthworm
c. Snake
d. Butterfly
Codes :
(A) a, b, c and d
(B) a, b and c
(C) a, b and d
(D) b, c and d
63. Match the items in List-I with items in List-II.
64. Match the books in List-I with their authors in List-II
65. Match the adhesives in List-I with to which they may cause problems in List-II.
66. Match the documentation terms in List-I with their meaning in List-II.
67. Match the five extinction principles in List-I with their meaning in List-II.
68. Match the type of exhibition in List-I with their meaning in List-II.
69. Match the Folk theatre in List-I with the States in List-II.
70. Match the Forts in List-I with the place in List-II.
71. Match the insurance term in List-I with their meaning in List-II.
72. Match the item in List-I with their definition in List-II.
73. Match the items in List-I with items in List-II.
74. Match the Artist in List-I with the instrument they play in List-II.
75. Match the structures in List-I with the place in List-II.
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