SCIENCE 6 Q4 PERIODIC TEST REVIEWER

Test I. Direction: Encircle the letter of the correct answer.

 

1. Which of the following describes the primary changes on the Earth's surface caused by earthquakes?

 

A) Formation of hurricanes

B) Creation of new islands

C) Displacement of rocks and soil

D) Increase in atmospheric temperature

 

2. What is one important step to take before an earthquake?

 

A) Stocking up on perishable food items

B) Securing heavy furniture to the ceiling

C) Ignoring emergency evacuation routes

D) Keeping all windows and doors open

 

3. During an earthquake, what is the recommended action to ensure personal safety?

 

A) Standing near tall structures for protection

B) Seeking shelter in a basement or lower-level room

C) Running outside to an open area immediately

D) Using elevators to evacuate a building quickly

 

4. What is a crucial task to be done after an earthquake has occurred?

 

A) Ignoring any structural damages to buildings

B) Checking electrical equipment for safe operation

C) Resuming normal activities without further precautions

D) Opening windows and doors to ventilate the area

 

5. What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

 

A) Rapid movement of air masses

B) Accumulation of volcanic ash on the surface

C) Release of excessive groundwater

D) Pressure build-up in magma chambers

 

 

6. What are the primary changes on the Earth's surface that occur as a result of earthquakes?

 

A) Changes in atmospheric pressure

B) Alteration in ocean currents

C) Displacement of tectonic plates

D) Formation of new mountain ranges

 

7. Which of the following is NOT a recommended action to take before an earthquake?

 

A) Creating an emergency communication plan

B) Securing heavy furniture and appliances

C) Identifying safe spots in each room of your home

D) Ignoring evacuation orders and staying indoors

 

8. During an earthquake, what should you do to protect yourself?

 

A) Stand near windows or glass structures

B) Take cover under a sturdy table or desk

C) Run outside immediately, seeking open spaces

D) Stay on upper floors of buildings for safety

 

9. Which of the following actions is advised after an earthquake has occurred?

 

A) Inspect and use damaged electrical equipment

B) Return to your home immediately after the shaking stops

C) Check for gas leaks and shut off the main valve if necessary

D) Resume normal activities without considering potential aftershocks

 

10. What is the primary cause of volcanic eruptions?

 

A) Rapid movement of tectonic plates

B) High pressure in underground magma chambers

C) Excessive rainfall in volcanic regions

D) Changes in atmospheric humidity

 

11. Which of the following is the largest planet in our solar system?

 

A) Mercury

B) Venus

C) Earth

D) Jupiter

 

12. Which planet is known for having a prominent ring system?

 

A) Mars

B) Saturn

C) Uranus

D) Neptune

 

13. Which of the following planets is closest to the Sun?

 

A) Jupiter

B) Saturn

C) Uranus

D) Mercury

 

14. Which planet is often referred to as the "Red Planet"?

 

A) Mars

B) Venus

C) Jupiter

D) Saturn

 

15. What is the correct order of the planets in our solar system, starting from the one closest to the Sun?

 

A) Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

B) Venus, Mercury, Earth, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune

C) Mercury, Earth, Venus, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune

D) Earth, Mercury, Venus, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune

 

 

 

16. Which of the following statements best describes the changes on the Earth's surface as a result of earthquakes?

 

A) Earthquakes primarily cause changes in atmospheric conditions.

B) Earthquakes lead to the formation of new mountain ranges.

C) Earthquakes cause displacement and movement of tectonic plates.

D) Earthquakes result in the alteration of ocean currents.

 

17. What is the purpose of taking cover under a sturdy table or desk during an earthquake?

 

A) To observe the movement of the earthquake

B) To protect yourself from falling objects and debris

C) To seek a safe spot with good visibility

D) To minimize the impact of aftershocks

 

18. What is an essential step to take after an earthquake or volcanic eruption has occurred?

 

A) Inspecting and repairing damaged electrical equipment

B) Resuming normal activities without considering potential risks

C) Ignoring potential gas leaks and leaving the area immediately

D) Returning to your home without assessing structural damages

 

19. Which of the following best describes the different seasons experienced in the Philippines?

 

A) Summer, autumn, winter, spring

B) Wet season, dry season, typhoon season, monsoon season

C) Hot season, cold season, windy season, rainy season

D) Harvest season, planting season, flowering season, fruiting season

 

20. What is the primary difference between rotation and revolution?

 

A) Rotation refers to the Earth's movement around the Sun, while revolution refers to its spin on its own axis.

B) Rotation refers to the Earth's spin on its own axis, while revolution refers to its movement around the Sun.

C) Rotation refers to the Earth's movement that causes day and night, while revolution refers to the change of seasons.

D) Rotation refers to the Earth's tilt on its axis, while revolution refers to the Earth's gravitational pull on celestial bodies.

 

21. How does the Earth's rotation affect the length of a day and night?

 

A) The Earth's rotation determines the occurrence of eclipses.

B) The Earth's rotation influences the Earth's magnetic field.

C) The Earth's rotation causes the change of seasons.

D) The Earth's rotation determines the length of a day and night.

 

22. What effect does the Earth's revolution have on the change of seasons?

 

A) The Earth's revolution determines the length of a year.

B) The Earth's revolution causes the Earth's tilt on its axis.

C) The Earth's revolution creates the movement of ocean currents.

D) The Earth's revolution brings about the change of seasons.

 

23. How do the Earth's motions (rotation and revolution) impact the length of a year?

 

A) The Earth's rotation affects the length of a year.

B) The Earth's revolution affects the length of a year.

C) The Earth's rotation and revolution have no impact on the length of a year.

D) The length of a year remains constant regardless of the Earth's motions.

24. How do the sizes of the planets in our solar system compare to one another?

 

A) All the planets have a similar size.

B) The sizes of the planets vary significantly.

C) The inner planets are larger than the outer planets.

D) The outer planets are larger than the inner planets.

 

25. What does a model of the solar system represent in terms of the relative sizes and distances of the planets?

 

A) The model accurately represents the actual sizes and distances of the planets.

B) The model shows the relative sizes but not the relative distances of the planets.

C) The model shows the relative distances but not the relative sizes of the planets.

D) The model does not accurately represent the sizes and distances of the planets.

 

26. What are the potential effects of earthquakes on the Earth's surface? Analyze the following choices and select the correct option.

 

A) Ground shaking, landslides, and tsunamis

B) Air pollution, deforestation, and erosion

C) Volcanic eruptions, droughts, and wildfires

D) Ocean acidification, coral bleaching, and glacier melting

 

27. Analyze the following actions and select the one that should be done during an earthquake to ensure safety.

 

A) Ignoring emergency evacuation routes and staying indoors

B) Running outside to an open area immediately

C) Standing near windows or glass structures for protection

D) Using elevators to evacuate a building quickly

 

28. Analyze the following actions and select the one that should be done after an earthquake has occurred.

 

A) Checking electrical equipment for safe operation

B) Resuming normal activities without further precautions

C) Opening windows and doors to ventilate the area

D) Ignoring any structural damages to buildings

 

29. Which of the following best describes the different seasons in the Philippines?

 

A) Summer, autumn, winter, spring

B) Wet season, dry season, typhoon season, monsoon season

C) Hot season, cold season, windy season, rainy season

D) Harvest season, planting season, flowering season, fruiting season

 

30. What is the primary difference between rotation and revolution?

 

A) Rotation refers to the Earth's movement around the Sun, while revolution refers to its spin on its own axis.

B) Rotation refers to the Earth's spin on its own axis, while revolution refers to its movement around the Sun.

C) Rotation refers to the Earth's movement that causes day and night, while revolution refers to the change of seasons.

D) Rotation refers to the Earth's tilt on its axis, while revolution refers to the Earth's gravitational pull on celestial bodies.

 

 

 

 

31. How does the Earth's rotation affect the length of a day and night?

 

A) The Earth's rotation determines the occurrence of eclipses.

B) The Earth's rotation influences the Earth's magnetic field.

C) The Earth's rotation causes the change of seasons.

D) The Earth's rotation determines the length of a day and night.

 

32. What effect does the Earth's revolution have on the change of seasons?

 

A) The Earth's revolution determines the length of a year.

B) The Earth's revolution causes the Earth's tilt on its axis.

C) The Earth's revolution creates the movement of ocean currents.

D) The Earth's revolution brings about the change of seasons.

 

33. How do the Earth's motions (rotation and revolution) impact the length of a year?

 

A) The Earth's rotation affects the length of a year.

B) The Earth's revolution affects the length of a year.

C) The Earth's rotation and revolution have no impact on the length of a year.

D) The length of a year remains constant regardless of the Earth's motions.

 

34. How do the sizes of the planets in our solar system compare to one another?

 

A) All the planets have a similar size.

B) The sizes of the planets vary significantly.

C) The inner planets are larger than the outer planets.

D) The outer planets are larger than the inner planets.

 

35. What does a model of the solar system represent in terms of the relative sizes and distances of the planets?

 

A) The model accurately represents the actual sizes and distances of the planets.

B) The model shows the relative sizes but not the relative distances of the planets.

C) The model shows the relative distances but not the relative sizes of the planets.

D) The model does not accurately represent the sizes and distances of the planets.

 

36. During a volcanic eruption, which of the following actions would be an appropriate application of knowledge on what to do?

 

A) Collecting samples of volcanic ash for personal keepsakes

B) Staying indoors and closing windows to avoid ash exposure

C) Climbing to higher ground to get a better view of the eruption

D) Attempting to approach the volcanic crater for a closer look

 

37. Applying your knowledge about the different seasons in the Philippines, which of the following activities would be most appropriate during the rainy season?

 

A) Going swimming at the beach

B) Planting crops in the fields

C) Taking a hiking trip to the mountains

D) Having a picnic in the park

 

38. Applying your understanding of rotation and revolution, which of the following best explains why we experience day and night?

 

A) The Earth rotates on its axis, causing the Sun to appear to move across the sky.

B) The Earth revolves around the Sun, creating changes in the angle of sunlight.

C) The Earth's tilt on its axis affects the amount of sunlight reaching different areas.

D) The Earth's orbit influences the length of daylight hours.

 

39. Applying your knowledge about the effects of the Earth's motions, which of the following phenomena is caused by the tilt of the Earth's axis?

 

A) The change in the length of a year

B) The occurrence of eclipses

C) The variation in seasons

D) The formation of ocean currents

 

40. Using your knowledge of the planets' sizes and distances from the Sun, which of the following represents an accurate application of this information in a model of the solar system?

 

A) Placing Jupiter closer to the Sun than Mercury

B) Depicting Uranus as the largest planet in the solar system

C) Showing Mars as the farthest planet from the Sun

D) Representing Venus as smaller than Earth

 

41. Evaluate the following response on what to do during an earthquake: "During an earthquake, it is best to run outside as quickly as possible."

 

A) The response is accurate and provides appropriate guidance.

B) The response is partially correct but lacks important details.

C) The response is incorrect and may lead to increased danger.

D) The response is subjective and depends on personal preference.

 

42. Evaluate the following statement: "The main cause of the different seasons in the Philippines is the distance of the Earth from the Sun."

 

A) The statement is accurate and provides a valid explanation.

B) The statement is partially correct but overlooks other factors.

C) The statement is incorrect and does not explain the seasons accurately.

D) The statement is subjective and depends on individual interpretation.

 

43. Evaluate the following comparison: "Rotation and revolution both involve the Earth's movement, but rotation refers to the Earth spinning on its axis, while revolution refers to its movement around the Sun."

 

A) The comparison is accurate and provides a clear distinction.

B) The comparison is partially correct but overlooks important details.

C) The comparison is incorrect and confuses the concepts of rotation and revolution.

D) The comparison is subjective and depends on personal understanding.

 

44. Evaluate the following explanation: "The Earth's rotation causes the change of seasons because it affects the amount of sunlight received by different regions."

 

A) The explanation is accurate and provides a valid understanding.

B) The explanation is partially correct but overlooks other contributing factors.

C) The explanation is incorrect and does not describe the relationship between rotation and seasons.

D) The explanation is subjective and depends on individual perception.

 

45. Evaluate the following model of the solar system:

§  The planets are represented by accurately sized models.

§  The distances between the planets are represented with appropriate spacing.

§  The model includes labels identifying each planet.

 

A) The model is accurate and effectively represents the relative sizes and distances of the planets.

B) The model is partially correct but lacks important details or accuracy.

C) The model is incorrect and misrepresents the sizes and distances of the planets.

D) The model is subjective and depends on personal interpretation.

Test II. Writing. On the spaces provided for, respond to the following specific tasks:

 

Task 1: In one paragraph, describe the different seasons in the Philippines.

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Task 2: In one sentence, differentiate the difference between revolution and rotation.

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Prepared by:

           

            PTAY JOHN G. MIANA

                        Teacher III

 

 

Checked & Approved:

 

            LIGAYA L. LEAL, EdD

Principal I

ANSWER KEY:

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1	1. C) Displacement of rocks and soil
2	2. B) Securing heavy furniture to the ceiling
3	3. B) Seeking shelter in a basement or lower-level room
4	4. B) Checking electrical equipment for safe operation
5	5. D) Pressure build-up in magma chambers
6	6. C) Displacement of tectonic plates
7	7. D) Ignoring evacuation orders and staying indoors
8	8. B) Take cover under a sturdy table or desk
9	9. C) Check for gas leaks and shut off the main valve if necessary
10	10. B) High pressure in underground magma chambers
11	11. D) Jupiter
12	12. B) Saturn
13	13. D) Mercury
14	14. A) Mars
15	15. A) Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
16	16. C) Earthquakes cause displacement and movement of tectonic plates.
17	17. B) To protect yourself from falling objects and debris.
18	18. C) Ignoring potential gas leaks and leaving the area immediately.
19	19. B) Wet season, dry season, typhoon season, monsoon season
20	20. B) Rotation refers to the Earth's spin on its own axis, while revolution refers to its movement around the Sun.
21	21. D) The Earth's rotation determines the length of a day and night.
22	22. D) The Earth's revolution brings about the change of seasons.
23	23. B) The Earth's revolution affects the length of a year.
24	24. B) The sizes of the planets vary significantly.
25	25. C) The model shows the relative distances but not the relative sizes of the planets.
26	26. A) Ground shaking, landslides, and tsunamis
27	27. B) Running outside to an open area immediately
28	28. A) Checking electrical equipment for safe operation
29	29. B) Wet season, dry season, typhoon season, monsoon season
30	30. B) Rotation refers to the Earth's spin on its own axis, while revolution refers to its movement around the Sun.
31	31. D) The Earth's rotation determines the length of a day and night.
32	32. D) The Earth's revolution brings about the change of seasons.
33	33. B) The Earth's revolution affects the length of a year.
34	34. B) The sizes of the planets vary significantly.
35	35. C) The model shows the relative distances but not the relative sizes of the planets.
36	36. B) Staying indoors and closing windows to avoid ash exposure.
37	37. B) Planting crops in the fields
38	38. A) The Earth rotates on its axis, causing the Sun to appear to move across the sky.
39	39. C) The variation in seasons
40	40. D) Representing Venus as smaller than Earth
41	41. C) The response is incorrect and may lead to increased danger.
42	42. B) The statement is partially correct but overlooks other factors.
43	43. A) The comparison is accurate and provides a clear distinction.
44	44. A) The explanation is accurate and provides a valid understanding.
45	45. A) The model is accurate and effectively represents the relative sizes and distances of the planets.
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