FOURTH PERIODICAL TEST

Science 6

Name: _____________________________________________ Score: _________________

Grade and Section: __________________________________ Date: __________________

Directions: Read and answer each item carefully. Write your chosen letters on your answer
sheet.
1. Which of the following is an effect of an earthquake?
A. environmental pollution C. tsunami wave
B. global pandemic D. weather disturbance
2. Which is a sign of ground rupture?
A. gaps or cracks on the ground C. water on the ground
B. discoloration of the soil D. flooding in the area
3. Severe injuries in people caused by collapsed infrastructure, falling debris, and flash floods
during an earthquake may cause __________.
A. death of people B. burning of house C. liquefaction of soil D. deformation of
grounds
4. Which of the following statements shows changes on the earth’s surface as a result of a
volcanic eruption?
A. Volcanic eruption creates work opportunities for people.
B. Volcanic eruption creates dramatic scenery that attracts tourists.
C. Volcanic eruption provides opportunities for generating geothermal energy.
D. Volcanic eruption causes the extinction of some places due to tremendous amounts of
pyroclastic materials like lahar.
5. You and your family are vacationing in Batangas. Suddenly, the Taal Volcano shows signs of
forthcoming eruption. What is the best thing to do?
A. Leave the area. C. Listen for the latest emergency information.
B. Make a video log about it. D. Take the opportunity to see an actual volcanic
eruption.
6. What should we do or practice during an earthquake?
A. Move out from the house or building. C. Prepare the emergency kit.
B. Do the “duck, cover and hold.” D. Run and lose your nerve.
7. Which of the following sentences in the box are precautionary measures to be
taken BEFORE an earthquake?

I. Familiarize yourself with your place of work and residence.

II. Stay away from glass windows, shelves, cabinets and
other heavy objects.
III. Know the earthquake hazards in your area.
IV. If you need to evacuate, leave a message stating where you
are going and bring emergency supply kit.

A.I and II B. II and III C. I and III D. I and IV

8. Why are there many volcanoes in the Philippines?

A. The Philippines is an archipelago.
B. The Philippines is surrounded by water.
C. The Philippines is located near the equator.
D. There are many faults and trenches in the Philippines.
9. Which is the best thing to do before a volcanic eruption occurs?
A. Avoid contact with the ash. C. Keep important documents in a safe place.
B. Wear goggles to protect your eyes. D. Cover your nose with a wet and clean cloth.
10. Which of the following action is true DURING a volcanic eruption?
A. Move out of the house.
B. Remove ash from the rooftop.
C. Cover your nose with damp cloth.
D. Run towards the volcano to see how it erupts.
11. The Philippines weather patterns are created by the prevailing winds. What are those two
prevailing winds?
A. southeast monsoon and the northeast monsoon
B. southeast monsoon and the northwest monsoon
C. southwest monsoon and the northeast monsoon
D. southwest monsoon and the northwest monsoon
12. Which season is characterized by frequent rainfall?
A. dry season B. wet season C. fall season D. winter season
13. Which is characterized by infrequent rainfall and warm temperature?
A. wet season B. fall season C. dry season D. winter season
14. Which is also known as Hanging Amihan?
A. East west Monsoon C. Southwest Monsoon
B. Northeast Monsoon D. North south Monsoon
15. Why does Philippines have only two seasons?
A. It has a warm temperature.
B. It is surrounded by a large land mass.
C. It is surrounded by large bodies of water.
D. It is near the equator and receives plenty of sunlight throughout the year.
16. The fishermen plan to go to the sea to catch fish. When they noticed that it is about to rain,
they decided not to go to the sea. This shows that the weather affects the
________________________.
A. food we eat B. games we play C. activities we do D. clothes we wear
17. Your aunt and uncle who are leaving at Quezon Province are planning to visit your family this
coming Saturday. Unfortunately, the news report says that there will be a strong typhoon that will
affect Metro Manila. Everyone is advised to stay at home for safety purposes. What is the best
thing for them to do?
A. Ignore the news report.
B. Continue the plan but bring umbrella.
C. Postpone the visit and follow the warning.
D. Push through with the plan despite the typhoon warning.
18. Which of the following causes of day and night?
A. rotation of the sun on its axis C. revolution of the moon around the sun
B. rotation of the Earth on its axis D. revolution of the moon around the Earth
19. Which of the following refers to imaginary line where the Earth spins?
A. Axis B. Ellipse C. Orbit D. Pole
20. The period of one revolution around the sun is defined as __________?
A. a year B. a month C. a decade D. a centennial
21 How can we describe the Earth’s revolution?
A. It is the movement of the Earth around its axis.
B. It is the movement of the Earth from east to west.
C. It is the movement of the Earth around the sun.
D. It is the movement of the Earth to complete 100 years.
22. Which of these is the effect of Earth’s revolution around the sun?
A. direction of the wind changes C. direction of the ocean current changes
B. direction of the typhoons changes D. positions of the constellations changes
23. How will you explain this illustration?
A. It is summer time on places facing the sun.
B. It is night time on places facing the sun.
C. It is daytime on places facing the sun.
D. It is winter on places facing the sun.
24. Which activities can be done during dry season
I. swimming
II. picnicking
III. planting crops
IV. drying of crops
A. I and III B. III and IV C. I, II and III D. I, II and IV
25. Which of the following is the evidence that the Earth is revolving around the sun?
A. The climate condition remains the same.
B. Tides in the ocean and seas changes.
C. The position of clouds in the sky changes.
D. The position of constellations changes as seen from Earth.
26. Why do different areas of the Earth receive a different amount of sunlight throughout a year?
A. because the Earth is tilted C. because the Earth is floating
B. because the Earth is sphere D. because the Earth is spinning
27. What are the two seasons of the Philippines?
A. Summer and Dry B. Dry and Sunny C. Wet and Fall D. Dry and Wet
28. Which planet is considered Earth’s twin?
A. Venus B. Moon C. Sun D. Mars
29. What is the common characteristic of the inner planets?
A. They are large. C. They are gaseous.
B. They have rocky surfaces D. They have rings.
30. Which planet is the most beautiful because of its ring?
A. Jupiter B. Neptune C. Saturn D. Venus
31. Which of the following planets has the highest average surface temperature?
A. Mars B. Venus C. Jupiter D. Mercury
32. Which planet has iron in the soil that gives it a red color?
A. Jupiter B. Mars C. Saturn D. Uranus
33. What do we call Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and Neptune?
A. Gas Giants B. Inner Planets C. Outer Planets D. Terrestrial Planets
34. What gives Neptune its bluish color?
A. The absorption of light by methane in the atmosphere
B. The absorption of red light by methane in Neptune’s atmosphere
C. The absorption of yellow light by methane in Neptune’s atmosphere
D. The absorption of blue light by methane in Neptune’s atmosphere
35. Why do we need to study the movement of the planets?
A. To know the characteristic of each planet
B. To use it for commercial purpose
C. To find out how other planets work so we can predict the future of our planet and so the
future of humanity
D. None of the above.
36. Why is the distance of the Earth from the Sun perfect?
A. Because Earth is third from the Sun C. Because the Earth is farther than Venus
B. Because Earth is still near the Sun D. Because the distance makes the Earth livable
37. Which list of the planets is in correct order starting from the sun?
A. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
B. Mars, Venus, Earth, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
C. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, Uranus
D. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Saturn, Jupiter, Uranus, Neptune
38. Which of these describes the distance of the planets from the Sun?
A. changing B. different C. freeze D. similar
39. How far is Earth from the sun?
A. 4,880 million km
B. 6,800 million km
C. 12,100 million km
D. 150,000 million km
40. How does a solar system model help us?
A. They show which planet are rocky.
B. They show how to go to other planets.
C. They show which planets are colorful.
D. They show the relative size and distance of the planets.