Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION IV-A CALABARZON
Division of Batangas Province
Bauan East Sub - Office
BAUAN EAST CENTRAL SCHOOL

FOURTH QUARTER EXAMINATION IN SCIENCE 6

Name: _____________________________ Grade & Section: ______________ Score: _____

Directions: Read each item carefully then write the letter of the correct answer.
1.All of the following explain earthquake EXCEPT?
A. It is predictable.
B. It is a sudden trembling or shaking of the ground.
C. The movement maybe horizontal, diagonal, or vertical along a huge crack.
D. The vibrations are most strongly felt at the epicenter and gradually diminish as they spread out.
2. Earthquake causes change to earth’s surface. Which of the following are observed in the environment after an
earthquake?
I. Landslide II. Fissures on the ground
III. Liquefaction IV. Undisturbed structure
A. I only B. I and II C. I, III, IV D. I, II, III
3. How does a tectonic earthquake occur?
A. the outflow of molten rock
B. sudden trembling of crustal plates/ground
C. giant tidal waves due to shaking under the ground
D. an explosion of heavy metals found deep under the Earth’s surface.
4. Which of the following could be the signs of a volcanic eruption?
I. Release of smoke, sulfuric dioxide and other gases
II. Change in shape, tilt or elevation of the volcano
III. Change in water level and temperature of underground water
IV. Shaking or trembling in areas near the volcano is felt.
A. I, II, III B. II, III, IV C. I, II, III, IV D. II, III
5. There is a volcanic earthquake that people may experience. How does it occur?
A. after a nuclear explosion
B. as a result of electromagnetic waves
C. areas where folding of plates take place
D. as magma rises and flows out of the Earth’s crust in volcano
6. The following are effects of volcanic eruption except _____________________.
A. Lahar flow C. Surrounding areas of volcano covered with ashes
B. Scattered rocks and debris D. Toppled down buildings
7. What occurrence are common among countries that lie along the Circumpacific Belt or Pacific Ring of Fire?
A. tides eclipses C. typhoon and tides
B. thunder and lightning D. volcanic eruptions and earthquakes
8. The following are effects of volcanic eruption. Which of them is/are harmful?
I. Hot springs in volcanic areas are useful for medical and creational purposes.
II. Volcanic ashes make the soil fertile.
III. Volcanic gases can be used to provide geothermal steam.
IV. Volcanic lava causes destruction of lives and property.
A. I and II B. II and III C. IV D. II
9. How should you behave during an earthquake?
A. keep calm, do not panic C. grab everything you can
B. rush to an overcrowded exit D. listen to the radio for the latest update
10. What will you do if you are inside an old building, an earthquake has just occurred?
A. Stay there. C. Use the elevator to get out.
B. Get out but use stairs. D. Use escalators to rush out quickly.
11. If we are along the seashore when an earthquake occurs, why should we go to a higher place?
A. Because landslide may occur. C. Because of the possible flood may occur.
B. Because of the possible rain may occur. D. Because of the possible tsunami may occur
12. Which precautionary measures should your practice before, during or after volcanic eruption?
I. Cover nose with damp cloth when volcanic ashes are present in the air.
II. Find a safe place after the first shocks are over.
III. Listen to the radio or people with authority for instructions.
IV. Stay away from tall buildings or electric posts.
A. I, II, IV B. II, III, IV C. I, II, III D. I, III, IV
13. What should you do upon learning that a volcano in your area is about to erupt?
A. disregard it C. gather your pets
B. stay at home D. evacuate if necessary
14. After Mt. Pinatubo erupted, ashes fell on roofs. There were also ashes in the air. What would you have done
if you were in that area?
A. I would let the ashes fall. C. I would accept what happened
B. I would take a bath two times a day. D. I would cover my nose with damp cloth.
15. Areas around volcanoes may experience volcanic earthquakes. Which of the four options should you avoid
if your house is located there?
A. Make sure that your house is built on or near cracks or fissures.
B. Check your home for any structural defects and have them repaired.
C. Secure hanging objects and heavy furniture that may fall, slide or topple.
D. Secure harmful chemicals, flammable materials and breakable items in a safe place.
16. If you are evacuating your place in case of announcement on volcanic eruption may occur, which of the
following you should do before evacuating?
A. Bring all your belongings including your appliances. C. Ignore the advice from authorities.
B. Leave a message where you are headed. D. Do not leave your house.
17. It is a rainy day on the 21st of July. What shall the Zamora Family do to enjoy the day?
A. Play under the rain. C. Plan for a swimming.
B. Sleep for the whole day D. Cook hot merienda for the whole family and eat together.
18. The suggested activities can do during dry season. Which does NOT belong to the group?
A. planting B. swimming C. drying crops D. going to a picnic
19. Which activity will NOT be a good idea during summer?
A. Go out and have a picnic. C. Playing badminton outside.
B. Playing board games inside the house. D. Bond with playmates over cups of ice cream.
20. Why planting is good during wet season? Because ________.
A. The soil is fertile C. Plants will die easily.
B. Plants can grow easily. D. The seed becomes infertile.
21. Our country is located near the equator. During some months the earth’s axis is tilted towards the sun. What
season do we experience?
A. Dry season. B. Winter season C. Wet season D. Fall season
22. What monsoon brings about heavy rainfall during June to November?
A. amihan B. thunderstorm C. habagat D. tropical
23. How do we describe tropical climate?
A. It has dry and wet seasons C. It has winter and spring seasons.
B. It has summer and spring seasons. D. It has cold seasons for the whole year.
24. Why are summer days hot?
A. The days are shorter during summer. C. The sun shines longer during winter.
B. The rays of the sun are vertical or direct. D. The rays of the sun are slanted during the afternoon.
25. What season is characterized by pronounced rainy season with a thunderstorm?
A. wet season B. dry season C. sunny season D. winter season
26. When is the peak of the wet season?
A. April to May B. June to August C. July to September D. November to December
27. What causes daytime and night time?
A. latitude B. rotation C. revolution D. wind system
28. How many degrees is the earth tilted?
A. 25.5⁰ B. 23.5⁰ C. 27.5⁰ D. 22.5⁰
29. How does the earth rotate?
A. from east to west B. from south to north C. from north to south D. from west to east
30. How will you describe rotation as a movement of the earth?
A. It is the turning of the sun on its own C. It is the turning of the earth on its axis.
B. It is the turning of the earth around the sun. D. It is the turning of the sun around the moon.
31. When the earth faces the sun, what time it must be?
A. afternoon B. night time C. daytime D. sunset
32. How long does it take for the earth to complete one revolution?
A. 24 hours B. 365 ¼ days C. 360 days D. 72 hours
33. The part of the equator receives much light directly from the sun as the earth rotates. What is the
temperature that the countries nearby the equator?
A. coolest B. moderate C. warmest D. varies
34. This illustration shows the relationship of having day and night as the Earth rotates on its axis.
Why is it that one half side of the Earth is lighted while the other part is not lighted?
A. Because of the moon light C. Because of the star light
B. Because one half part is facing the sun D. Because Earth has its own light
35. What picture best shows the angle of the axis of the Earth relative to the sun?

A. B. C. D.
36. What causes the seasons in the Philippines?
A. Earth’s rotation C. Earth’s revolution
B. Earth’s tilting on its axis D. All of the above
37. Why do you think Mercury is considered as the fastest to revolve around the sun?
A. Because it is the nearest to the sun C. Because it is the smallest planet
B. Because it is the farthest to the sun D. Because it is the biggest planet.
38. Mercury is located 57.9 million km away from the sun while Earth is located 149.6 million km away from
the sun. Which of the following can be the effect of their differences in distances?
A. Mercury is faster while Earth is slower to revolve around the sun.
B. Mercury is slower while Earth is faster to revolve around the sun.
C. Mercury is faster to rotate while Earth is slower to revolve.
D. Mercury is faster to revolve while Earth is slower to rotate around the sun.
39. Which of the following reasons why Earth is really different from other planets in the solar system?
A. Earth is the only planet composed of nitrogen that is why life exists.
B. Earth is the only planet composed of large percentage of oxygen that is why life exists.
C. Earth is the only planet which is blue because of carbon dioxide that is why life exists.
D. Earth is the only rocky planet that is why life exists.
40. Which is true in the following statements in relation to revolution of planets around sun?
A. The bigger the planet the faster to revolve around the sun.
B. The smaller the planet the faster to revolve around the sun.
C. The farthest the planet from the sun, the slowest to revolve.
D. The nearest the planet from the sun the slowest to revolve.
41. Which of the following is considered as the largest planet in the solar system?
A. Saturn B. Earth C. Jupiter D. Mars
42. Which is the correct order of the planets from the Sun?
A. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
B. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Uranus, Saturn, Neptune
C. Mercury, Saturn, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, Neptune
D. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Pluto
43. What is the common characteristic of the inner planets?
A. The distance between them is shorter. C. The distance between them is longer.
B. They are gaseous. D. They have rings.
44. Which of the following statements best describes the planets?
A. They move around the sun. C. They are made of gases.
B. They are bright and light. D. They possess a life-sustaining atmosphere.
45. Why does Mercury have the shortest period of revolution?
A. It is small. C. It is nearest the sun.
B. It is hot during the day. D. It rotates and revolves fast.
46. Neptune has the biggest orbit of all the eight planets. Which statement does not support this statement?
A. It has the longest year. C. It is the smallest planet.
B. It is the farthest in the solar system. D. It has the longest period of revolution.
47. Earth is unique of all planets. Why is this so?
A. It can support life. C. It rotates from east to west.
B. It is made of solid, liquid and gas. D. It has only one natural satellite.
48. What is the next planet to Mercury but the hottest planet?
A. Earth B. Jupiter C. Mars D. Venus
49. What is the twin planet to Venus because of its size that is almost the same as its?
A. Earth B. Jupiter C. Mars D. Uranus
50. Which of the following planets composed mostly of carbon dioxide that is why its surface temperature is
very hot?
A. Mercury B. Earth C. Venus D. Mars
Prepared by:

AILENE L. MANALO
Science Teacher
Noted:

AURELIA A. AGUILA
Principal IV