New NSHE GRD 5 TASKS

ZAMBEZI REGIONAL COUNCIL
DIRECTORATE OF EDUCATION, ARTS AND CULTURE
NATURAL SCIENCE & HEALTH EDUCATION

GRADE 5
CONTINUOUS
ASSESSMENT
TASKS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This work is a result of a collaborative effort from the regional NSHE facilitators. Special thanks to
the following regional NSHE facilitators for their pivotal role in the development of this manual.
Names Region School Circuit Contact number

1. Mr Sitali Bravo M Zambezi Imukusi C.S Katima Mulilo +264 81 318 8121
2. Ms Hamwele Saara Oshana Ontinda C.S Onamutai +264 81 303 9330
3. Mr Ziezo Shaft T Zambezi Greenwell Matongo P.S Katima Mulilo +264 81 255 7567
4. Mr Shitongwa S.I Oshikoto Uukumwe C.S Oshivelo +264 81 664 4495
5. Ms Nepando Maria Khomas Olof Palme P.S Einstein +264 81 349 7847
6. Mr Hango Simon Oshikoto Oshikondailwa P.S Onkumbula +264 81 853 3879
7. Ms Nakatana Rauha Hardap Rehoboth P.S Oanob +264 81 421 7290
8. Mr Mutwa Chris Zambezi Lisikili C.S Katima Mulilo +264 81 244 4541
9. Mr Muwana Kenneth Zambezi Kisako P.S Chincimane +264 81 277 7801
TOPIC TASKS
Topic Task
TOPIC: Living Organisms Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. State the difference between living and non-living things.

Living things: ……………………...……………………………………………………………… [1]
Non-living things: …………...……………………………………………………………………. [1]
2. The diagrams show characteristics of living organisms.
A B C D
List the characteristics shown on the diagrams labelled A to D.
A…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
B…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
C…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
D…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
3. Using the same diagrams, define the characteristic labelled A.

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4. Plants can be divided into four subgroups. List any three subgroups of plants.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. The diagrams show different characteristics of living organisms. Answer the questions that
follow.
Y
M
R
(i) Identify by listing the characteristics labelled M.

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(ii) Discuss the importance of the characteristic labelled R and Y.
R: ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
Y: …………………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
2. Discuss the differences among the mosses and ferns as subgroups of plants in terms of leaves.
Mosses Ferns
[2]
3. Discuss the similarities among four subgroups of plants in terms of leaves.
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4. Describe the functions of the stem, leaves and roots.
Stem: ……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]

Leaves: ……………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
Roots: ……………………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
5. List any one major part of a flower.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. The diagram shows a flower. Identify the major parts in the external structure of the flower
labelled Y, P, A, and B. [4]
Y
N
E
B
Y: …………………………………………………. [1]
P: ………………………………………………….. [1]
A: …………………………………………………. [1]
B: …………………………………………………. [1]
2. List the functions of the parts labelled H and N.
H: …………………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
E: ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
3. State factors important for the growth of a bean/pea plant.

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4. Outline any one importance of seed/fruit dispersal.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. The pictures show some animals that can be harmful to your health. Answer the question using
the pictures.
L W Q
(a) Using the pictures shown, name the three animals labelled Q and L, that can be harmful to your
health.
Q: ________________________________________ [1]
L: ________________________________________ [1]
(b) Describe different ways in which these animals can be harmful to humans.
Animal Q: ____________________________________________________________________ [1]
Animal L: ____________________________________________________________________ [1]
2. Describe the differences of some externally visible features of birds, reptiles and mammals.
Birds Reptiles Mammals
[6]
Topic Task
TOPIC: Environment Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Identify the different ecosystems labelled A – C.
A B C
A: ……………………………………………………. [1]
B: ……………………………………………………. [1]
C: ……………………………………………………. [1]
2. Explain the importance of an ecosystem for human existence.
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3. Describe any two ways that animals may be dependent on plants.
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4. Suggest what might happen to animals, in the local environment, if plants disappeared.
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5. List any one potential pollinators of plants.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. State ways in which plants are dependent on animals.
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2. Define deforestation and overgrazing.

Deforestation:
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Overgrazing:
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3. Describe the impact of deforestation and overgrazing on vegetation.
Deforestation Overgrazing
[4]
4. Discuss how the negative impacts of deforestation and overgrazing can be reduced.
Deforestation:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
Overgrazing:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
Topic Task
TOPIC: Human Development and Health Education Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. State what is meant by PHC.
________________________________________________________________________ [1]
2. Outline two roles of PHC.
________________________________________________________________________ [1]
________________________________________________________________________ [1]
3. Explain the concept of immunisation in simple terms.
_____________________________________________________________________________
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__________________________________________________________________________ [2]
4. State one way how to prevent the spread of TB (tuberculosis).
________________________________________________________________________ [1]
5. Differentiate between HIV and AIDS in simple terms.
HIV: ___________________________________________________________________ [1]
AIDS:
_____________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________ [1]
6. List the physical changes in maturing boys and girls.
Boys: ________________________________________________________________________ [1]
Girls: ________________________________________________________________________ [1]

Topic Task
TOPIC: Water Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Name the factors which influence evaporation in nature.
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2. Distinguish between steam and vapour.
Steam: …………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Vapour: …..……………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
3. Explain in simple terms the formation of:
(a) Clouds: ………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
(b) Frost: ………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
4. Describe the importance of water to plants.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Describe the importance of water to animals.
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2. Discuss the effect of lack of water on animals, humans and plants.
(a) Animals and people:
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(b) Plants:
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3. State the uses of water at home, school and in their community.
(a) At home
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At school:
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In the community
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. State the difference between clean water and contaminated water.

Clean water:
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Contaminated water:
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2. The following picture shows different ways how water is contaminated n their local
environment.
Identify any three common ways that water is contaminated in their local environment.
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3. Suggest ways that they can help to keep water clean.

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4. Outline how water is made safe by boiling.

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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Identify the ways in which water is stored at home and in your community shown on the
diagrams.
W D E
W: ……………………………………………….. [1]
D: ………………………………………………... [1]
E: ………………………………………………... [1]
2. List ways of conserving water.
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3. Explain the importance of conserving water.
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4. Describe one way how water can be wasted.
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Topic Task
TOPIC: Air Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Explain what the atmosphere is.
Atmosphere: ……………………….......………………………….………………………………. [1]
2. State the composition of air around us.

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3. Study the following diagrams of balloons and answer the questions.
Z J
(a) Which balloon is filled with air? ……………………………………..… [1]
(b) Which balloon is lighter? ……………………………………………….. [1]
(c) Predict why a balloon filled with air is heavier than one without air.
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4. Explain the effects of moving air that might be harmful to humans.
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5. State one reason for the presence of oxygen in the atmosphere, water and soil.
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Topic Task
TOPIC: Soils Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Look at the diagrams of two types of soils shown.
F J
(a) Identify soil type labelled F and J.
F: …………………………………………………………… [1]
J: …………………………………………………………… [1]
(b) Describe and compare the differences of these soils in terms of water holding capacity and
fertility.
F: ………………………………………………………………………………………………..… [1]
J: …………………………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
2. Describe the value of soil in their local environment to plants, animals, and people.
(i) Plants: …………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
(ii) Animals: …..………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
(iii) People: ……………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
3. Explain how crops are affected by various types of soil in their local environment.
(a) Loam soil: ……………………………………………………………………………….……. [1]
(b) Sandy soil: ……………………………………………………………………………….…… [1]
(c) Loam soil: …………………………………………………………………………………..… [1]

Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Define humus
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2. State any two components of fertile soil.
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3. Discuss ways of applying humus to a plant and explain how to care for a tree or other plants.
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4. Explain how the components in soil are necessary for plants to grow.
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5. List one way of applying humus to plants.
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Topic Task
TOPIC: Matter Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. The pictures show three forms in which water exists.
A U 8
State the forms labelled A, U and 8 in which water exists.

A: ………………………………………………………….. [1]
U: ………………………………………………………..… [1]
8: ……………………………………………………….….. [1]
2. Matter can be classified into three states/phases.
Solid Liquid Gas
Describe characteristics of solids, liquids and gases.
Solids: …………………………………………………………………………………………..… [1]
Liquids: …………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Gases: ……………………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
3. Explain the processes of evaporation and condensation.
Evaporation:
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Condensation:
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4. Name any common substances other than water which appear in two or more forms.
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Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Explain and apply the principle that all materials have mass
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2. Study the following objects and answer the following questions.
(a) Which object is lighter? …………………………………………………………………….… [1]

(b) Deduce why two objects have different masses.
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3. Define biodegradable and non-biodegradable materials.

(a) Biodegradable materials:
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(b) Non-biodegradable materials:
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4. Describe safe and unsafe ways to reuse wastes.
Safe ways:
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Unsafe way to reuse wastes:
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5. There wastes that are produced at home, at school, or in your local environment. List any one.
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Topic Task
TOPIC: Health Education Marks: 10
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. Link each number in column A to the matching letter in Column B. (10)
Column A Column B
1.1 PHC A. Immunisation programmes, feeding support schemes, health and
nutrition education
1.2 Immunisation B. The most effective way of decreasing your chances of contracting
HIV and AIDS and other sexually transmitted infections, and falling
pregnant if you are a female.
1.3 AIDS C. Spray plants with insecticide where mosquitoes feed and mate, use
mosquito repellent, sleep under a net
1.4 How HIV cannot be D. Improves blood circulation, provides cells with oxygen, increases
transmitted pulse rate, detoxifies body, strengthens bones
1.5 What PHC service include E. The name for a group of illnesses that an HIV-positive person gets
after their immune system has been weakened by HIV
1.6 Regular exercise F. Prevents serious illnesses such as polio and measles
1.7 Sexual abstinence before G. Shaking hands, using public toilets, sneezing, coughing.
marriage
1.8 Prevents malaria H. Primary Health Care
1.9 Wash your hands when I. Stops you from spreading illness when touch objects at home or
you are sick school.
2. Unscramble the letters in brackets to find the answer. (11)

a) ________________________ and health-care programmes are often run from clinics
because they are closer to communities than hospitals (naimitinuso).
b) The _______________________ (napoleshe) mosquito carries malaria and is
________________________ (tilsne).
c) HIV has no _________________________ (caionivtnca).
d) You must not touch the ______ of someone who is HIV positive (dobol).
e) Exercising regularly improves ________________ (doobl) ________________ (icitocalrun).
f) Breathing and sweating are good ways of __________________________ (tedingfixoy).
g) Disposing of rubbish helps in preventing _________________________ (loputlion).
h) Brushing your teeth removes ________________________ (alpuqe).
i) Dead skin on your mattress attracts _________________________ (imtes).
j) A healthy way of giving oxygen to your body is through
_________________________________________ (ceaiorb) (eeisxrcs).
Topic Task
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. John is always scared of going to school early in the morning because his school mates call
him names, they push him and do not consider how he feels.
a) Identify and name the type of local health factor affecting John. (1)
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b) Describe how John’s health will be affected by this situation. (1)
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2. State what is meant by PHC?
…………………………………….…………………………………… (1)
3. Explain the concept immunisation in simple terms. (1)
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4. State two ways to prevent the spread of malaria. (2)
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5. Look at the picture below and answer the questions that will follow.
a) Differentiate between HIV and AIDS in simple terms. (2)
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b) State two ways in which HIV cannot be spread. (2)
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TOPIC TESTS
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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SECTION A: Multiple Choice Questions
Instruction: Choose the correct answer by circling the alphabet.
1. In which ecosystem do we get a Welwitschia plant?
A. Savannah ecosystem
B. Desert ecosystem
C. Coastal ecosystem [1]
D. Bush Veld ecosystem
2. An ecosystem consists of…………?

A. Plants only
B. Animals only
C. Soil only
D. Living and non-living organisms
3. Which of the following is an example of an abiotic factor?

A. Soil
B. Parasites
C. Grass
D. Cattle
4. One of the ways is how animals may depend on plants is………………….

A. Plants get manure from animals
B. Animals get food from animals
C. Animals get food from plants
D. Plants depend on animals for pollination
5. Identify the process shown on the diagram.
A. Deforestation
B. Overgrazing
C. Overfishing
D. Overpopulation
SECTION B: Structured Questions
1. The following diagrams show different ecosystems found in Namibia. Identify the ecosystem
labelled J.
E J Z
J: ………………………………………………………. [1]
2. Explain one importance of an ecosystem for human existence.
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3. Describe two ways that animals may be dependent on plants.
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4. Suggest what might happen to animals in local environment if plants disappear.
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5. List the potential pollinators of plants.

…………………………………………………………. [1]
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6. Define deforestation and overgrazing.

Deforestation: …………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
Overgrazing:
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7. Describe the impact of overgrazing on vegetation.

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8. Discuss how the negative impacts of deforestation can be reduced.

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9. Describe one way in which plants may be dependent on animals.

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Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
Instruction: Choose the correct answer and circle it.
1. What is the difference between living and non-living things?

A. Living things are things that are not alive, while non-living things are things that are things
that are alive.
B. Living things are things that are alive, while non-living things are things that are things that
are alive.
C. Living things are things that are alive, while non-living things are things that are not alive.
D. Non-living things are things that are not alive, while living things are things that are not
alive.
2. Which of the following is an example of a living thing?
A. Lice
B. Fan
C. Brick
D. Soil
3. Which one of the following is not a group of plants?
A. Ferns
B. Mosses
C. Conifers
D. Non-flowering plants
4. One of the following is a characteristic of living organisms.
A. Food
B. Grass
C. Movement
D. Smoking
5. Movement is defined as the ability of living organisms to ………………..?
A. Change positions using body parts.
B. Change plants using body parts.
C. Change food by using body parts.
D. Change animals by using body parts.
1. One of the characteristics of living organisms is reproduction. Discuss the importance of

reproduction.
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2. Study the picture of a flowering plant shown.
F D
J
R
a
(i) Identify the major part in the external structure of a flowering plant labelled D and F on the
picture.
D: …………………………………………………… [1]
F: …………………………………………………… [1]
(ii) Describe the functions of the major parts labelled R and a.
R: ………………………………………………………………………………………………..... [1]
a: …………………………………………………………………………………………….……. [1]
3. Discuss the following factors important for the growth of plants.
a) Water: ………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
b) Light: ………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]

4. The pictures show two groups of animals.
Group 1 Group 2
Describe the differences of some externally visible features of the two groups.
[4]
Group 1 Group 2
5. Explain how to avoid harmful animals in your environment.
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6. Identify stage Y on the life cycle of a bird diagram.
A Y
H
U
Y: ………………………………………………………………… [1]
Topic Test
TOPIC: Living organisms (Part 2) Marks: 20
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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Instruction: Choose the correct answer by circling the alphabet.

1. Identify the human body system shown on the diagram.
A. Circulatory system
B. Digestive system
C. Respiratory system
D. Reproductive system
2. What is the functions of the digestive system in the human body?

A. Take in, digest and absorb food.
B. Carries Oxygen in blood to all parts of the body.
C. It gives support, protection and allows movement.
D. Allows the body to react to stimuli in our surroundings.
3. Identify the structure labelled B.
A. Skull
B
B. Radius
C. Ulna
D. Humerous
4. What is the function of the skull in the skeleton system?

A. Brain and heart
B. Brain and lungs
C. Brain and eyes
D. Eyes and heart
5. Which of the following is function of the canine teeth?

A. Grinding food
B. Crushing food
C. Tearing food
D. Cutting food
1. Describe the basic function of the support system.

Support system:
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2. Explain how the skeleton acts as support system of the body.
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3. The diagram shows some parts of the digestive system of the human body.
A
C
(i) Identify part C of the human body system
C: ……………………………………………………………..…. [1]
(ii) State the function of the part labelled A.
A: …………………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
4. Describe the functions of incisors and molars of the human teeth.
Incisors: …………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Molars: ……………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]

5. List any three activities/practices that can damage your teeth.
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6. Your teeth require good hygiene every time. Discuss good oral hygiene.
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7. Describe the effect of too much sugar on teeth.
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Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
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1. State the difference between living and non-living things. (2)

Living things
______________________________________________________________________
Non-living things
______________________________________________________________________
2. Identify and list the characteristics of living things shown by the pictures below. (2)
a) __________________ b) __________________
3. Discuss the importance of feeding as one of the characteristics of living organisms. (1)
________________________________________________________________________
4. The pictures below show a plant from the group of mosses and a plant from a group of
ferns.
Moss plant Fern plant
a) Discuss the difference in terms of leaves of mosses and ferns. (2)
________________________________________________________________________
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5. Study the image of a flowering plant below, and then answer the questions that will
follow.
D
N
Z
A L
B
K M
a) Identify the major parts in the external structure of a flowering plant labelled A, B, C
and D. (4)
A_______________________________
B_______________________________
C_______________________________
D_______________________________
6. Describe the type of seed dispersal shown by the image below. (1)
a) _____________________________________
b) Outline 2 importance of seed dispersal. (1)

________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
7. Describe the visible features of these groups of animals. (4)

Group Body Covering Number of legs
Mammals
Reptiles
8. Explain one way of avoiding harmful animals in your environment. (1)
________________________________________________________________________
9. Identify and fill in the missing stages of this life cycle. (2)
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. ……………….. is a layer of gases around the earth.

A Wind
B Atmosphere
C Earth [1]
D Earth
2. …………………is a gas that is most important to human life.

A Oxygen
B Hydrogen
C Carbon dioxide [1]
D Nitrogen
3. The percentage of carbon dioxide on the composition of air is

A 21%
B 3% [1]
C 21%
D 1%
4. Moving air is called………………………

A Wind
B Air
C Gas [1]
D Solid
5. One of the beneficial effects of moving air is…………………………….

A Movement of sand
B Destroying buildings
C Seed dispersal [1]
D Uprooting smaller plants
STRUCTURED QUESTIONS
1. Explain what the atmosphere is.
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
2. Explain any four beneficial effects of wind

…….……………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
3. Explain any two effects of moving air that might be harmful to humans.
……..…………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
4. List any two characteristics of air that you learnt about.

…………… ……………………………………………….. [1]
…………………………………………………………….. [1]
5. The following are the ways that air movement affects living and non-living things in their local
environment. Identify the effects of moving air that is indicated A and B on the diagrams.
A………………………………………… B……………………………………… [1]
6. Explain why warm air is lighter than cold air.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………….
………………………………………………………………………………………………….… [2]
7. Predict why a balloon filled with air is heavier than one without air
.…………………………………………………………………………….…………………….… [1]
8. Explain why heated air is lighter than cold air.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. Define the following.

a) Atmosphere………………………………………………………………………………… (2)
b) Wind………………………………………………………………………………………... (2)
2. Explain three benefits/good effects of moving air (3)
……………………………………………………………………………….………………...........
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
3. Define what matter is (2)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
4. Explain why air is matter (2)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. List any three characteristics of air (3)
a) ……………………………………………………………………………
b) ……………………………………………………………………………
c) ……………………………………………………………………………
6. The diagram below shows the composition of air.
I. Label A, B, and C. (3)

A…………………………………………….
B…………………………………………….
C………………………………………………
II. How many percent (%) does A and C have? (2)

A…………………………………………
B…………………………………………
7. Explain why heated air is lighter than cold air? (1)
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Remedial Topic Test
TOPIC: Living organisms and Environment Marks: 20
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1.1 The diagrams show characteristics of living organisms.
A B C D
Identify the characteristics labeled A to D.

A…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
B…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
C…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
D…………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
1.2 Plants can be divided into four subgroups. List any two subgroups of plants.
……………………………………………………………………………....... [1]
………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
1.3 Animals can be grouped into the following groups. Mammals, reptiles, fish, birds. Study the
pictures and answer the questions.
X N Q
(a) Identify the animal labelled X on the pictures: ……………………………………. [1]
(b) Write down the letter of an animal which belongs to mammals: …………….. [1]
(c) Write the letter of an animal that belongs to reptiles: ……………….. [1]
(d) Which of the three animals give birth to live babies of its own kind?
……………………… [1]
(e) Write down the letter of an animal that lives in water: …………….. [1]
1.4 Which of the following are biotic factors?
Soil, water, elephant, sand, Padlock, Human being.
……………………………………………………… [1]
……………………………………………………… [1]
1.5 List 2 the potential pollinators of plants.
…………………………………………………….. [1]
…………………………………………………….. [1]
1.6 Describe any three ways that animals may be dependent on plants.
……………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
…………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
1.7 Define deforestation:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
1.8 Describe any 2 impacts of overgrazing on vegetation.
……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. List the uses of water for the following.

a) Plants: ___________________________________________________________________ [1]
b) Animals: _________________________________________________________________ [1]
c) Humans: _________________________________________________________________ [1]
d) Community: ______________________________________________________________ [1]
2. List any two sources of water that you learnt about.

_______________________________________________________________ [1]
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
3. Define what contaminated water is
Contaminated water:
___________________________________________________________________________ [1]
4. The diagrams show common ways that water is contaminated in their local environment.
B X
Identify the two ways that water is contaminated in the local environment shown above.
X _________________________________________________________ [1]
B_________________________________________________________ [1]
5. Name the three factors which influence evaporation in nature.
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
6. Write down any three health problems (diseases) caused by drinking contaminated water.
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
_______________________________________________________________ [1]
7. The following pictures show different ways that can help to keep water clean.
Dustin Chemicals
Pit latrine
Suggest any two ways shown on the diagrams that can help to keep water clean.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
8. Explain one importance of conserving water

___________________________________________________________________________ [1]
9. Where can water be stored in your local environment? Name any two
________________________________________________________ [1]
________________________________________________________ [1]
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. Label the water cycle number 1 and 2 [2]
2. Explain the difference between water vapour and steam.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [2]
3. List two storage of water.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………….………………………………………………………………………………………. [2]
4. List two natural water resources
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [2]
5. Name the processes in which water changes from one phase to another. [2]
Solid Liquid
Liquid Gas
6. Name two factors that affect evaporation.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… [2]
7. Explain the formation of clouds.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
8. Give two reasons why water is important?
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… [2]
Remedial Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
Instruction: Circle the correct answer.
1. Which system of the human body is responsible for sending messages to the brain?
A. Circulatory system
B. Excretory system
C. Nervous system
D. Skeletal system [1]
2. Which body part is protected by the skull skeleton?

A. Brain
B. Hands
C. Muscles
D. Skin [1]
3. Which body parts are protected by the rib cage?

A. Brain and eyes
B. Eyes and nose
C. Lungs and heart
D. Skin and muscles [1]
4. The type of teeth used for cutting is…………..

A. Canine
B. Incisor
C. Molar
D. Premolars [1]
5. The function of the anus is to……….?

A. Absorb of food substances into the blood
B. Digest all foods
C. Absorb water from waste
D. Pass out waste [1]
1. Define a balanced diet.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [2]
2. The table shows different systems with their functions. Match the systems with their functions.
Body systems Functions
Digestive system To carry Oxygen in blood to all parts of the body
Nervous system To produce offspring/babies
Circulatory system To take in, digest and absorb food
Support system Sends messages to the brain and reacts to stimuli in our surrounding
Reproductive system It gives support, protection and allows movement.
[5]
3. Explain two ways how the skeleton acts as a support system of the body.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………..
……………………………….………………………………………………………………… [2]
4. Identify the various teeth labelled A and B from the given diagrams.
C A D B
A………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
D……………………………………………………………………………...… [1]
5. Describe the functions of the tooth labeled B.
B: ………………………………………..……………………………………………………... [1]
6. List any two activities that can damage your teeth.
………………..………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
………………..………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
7. Describe how the effects of poor eating habits can be prevented through a balanced diet.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Remedial Topic Test

Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
Instruction: Circle the correct answer.
1. Which group of animals has babies that are born alive?

A. Birds
B. Insects [1]
C. Mammals
D. Reptiles
1. Which of these animals help plants to reproduce?

A. Insects
B. Fish
C. Snake [1]
D. Tortoise
2. The function of a leaf is…….

A. Keeps the plant upright
B. Make food for the plant
C. Take water from the soil [1]
D. Transport water
3. The function of the roots:

A. Absorb water from the soil
B. Make food for the plant
C. Store plant nutrients [1]
D. Absorb water from the atmosphere
4. The flower part which produces pollen grains is…….

A. Ovary
B. Stigma
C. Filament [1]
D. Anther
1. State any three factors important for the growth of a bean/pea plant.
…………………………………………………………… [1]
…………………………………………………………… [1]
………………………………………………………….... [1]
2. List any two characteristics of living organisms.
…………………………………………………….… [1]
………………………………………………….…… [1]
3. The pictures show some animals that can be harmful to your health. Answer the question using
the pictures.
A B C
(c) Using the pictures shown, name the three animals labelled A and C that can be harmful to your
health.
C: …………………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
A: …………………………………………………………………………………………... [1]
4. Describe different ways in which these animals can be harmful to humans.
Animal C: ……………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Animal A: ……………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
5. Plants can be divided into some subgroups. List any one subgroup of plants you learnt about.
……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]
Topic Test
TOPIC: Soil Marks: 20
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. Good soil for plants and crops is called:

a. Sand soil
b. Loam soil
c. Clay soil
d. Stones and rock
2. Which of the following are the types of soil found in Namibia?

a. Clay, Humus and sand
b. Clay, loam and sand
c. Humus, loam and sand
d. Clay, Humus and Loam
3. Which of the following is an element of fertile soil?

a. Air
b. Loam soil
c. Plastic
d. Stones
4. A good way to conserve soil is by:

a. Deforestation
b. Stripping away the top soil
c. Avoid overgrazing
d. Water the plant
5. Characteristics of clay soil

a. Particles are big
b. Holds enough water
c. Very fertile
d. Red in colour
1. The diagram below shows the types of soil found in Namibia.
a) Identify the types of soil shown in the diagram
X Y Z
X: …………………………………………… [1]
Y: …………………………………………... [1]
Z: …………………………………………… [1]
b) Which of the soil type:

(i) Has large particles with more air spaces, hold very little water.
………………………………………………………………………………………………[1]
(ii) Has the right amount of water and air in it, that make it good for the plants.
………………………………………………………………………….……………………[1]
(ii) Has small particles with little airspaces and holds water for a long period.
……………………………………………………………………………………..……..…[1]
2. List the four components of fertile soil.

…………………………………………………………… [1]
…………………………………………………………… [1]
…………………………………………………………... [1]
……………………………………………….………….. [1]
3. Define humus.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [2]
4. State three uses of soil.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [3]
Topic Test
TOPIC: Soil Marks: 20
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. List any three components of fertile soil (3)

a. ………………………………………………
b. ………………………………………………
c. ………………………………………………
2. Describe any three similarities of the three different types of soil (4)
a. …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
b. …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
c. …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
d. …………………………………………………………………………………………………..
3. Describe any one value of soil to each of the following:

Plants: …………………………………………………………………..……………………… (1)
Animals: ……………………………………………………………………..………………… (1)
Plants: …………………………………………………………………………..……………… (1)
4. Define humus.
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………….. (2)
5. State three ways in which soil is used.

………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………………………………………………………………
………………………………………………..………………………………………………… (3)
6. Describe the characteristic of humus.

…………………………………………………………………………………………………. (1)
7. Study the table below and fill in the missing words.

Sand soil Clay soil Loam soil
Big particles Small particles (i)………………………………...
(ii) …………………………… Hold more water Hold the right amount of water
Contains more air between (iii) ………………………. Has the right amount of air
particles
Less fertile Fertile (iv)……………………………….
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. PHC stands for:

A. Personal Health Care
B. Primary Health Care
C. Private Health Care
D. Public Health Care
2. The disease caused by the anopheles mosquito is called…………………..

A. Tuberculosis
B. AIDS
C. Headache
D. Malaria
3. Immunization………………………
A. Helps prevent diseases from attacking a person
B. Cures the person after infection
C. Is an operation done on elderly people
D. Is preventing a person from being infected by HIV
4. HIV stands for:

A. Human Infecting Virus
B. Human Immunity Virus
C. Human Immunodeficiency Virus
D. House Infected Vector
5. Which of the following is a myth about HIV?

A. HIV is spread by mosquito
B. Babies can be infected by HIV
C. HIV can be spread through sexual intercourse
D. HIV can be spread through blood contact
1. Outline any two roles of PHC.
……………………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
2. State two ways how to prevent the spread of Malaria.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [2]
3. Differentiate between HIV and AIDS in simple terms.
HIV: ………………………………………………………………………………………….…… [1]
AIDS:
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
4. State one way in which HIV/AIDS can be transmitted from one person to another.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………..… [1]
5. Look at the diagrams below and identify which one is good touching and which is bad touching.
A: ………………………………………………………………………………. [1]
B: ……………………………………………………………………………… [1]
6. The diagram shows people experiencing health problems.
a) Identify two health problems shown in the pictures:

X: ………………………………………………………………………. [1]
Y: ………………………………………………………………………. [1]
b) Discuss how the problems above can be prevented:

X: ………………………………………………………………………. [1]
Y: ………………………………………………………………………. [1]
c) Explain the concept of immunisation in simple terms.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………………
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
d) Explain why children should be immunised against common diseases when they are young.
…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. [1]
Mastery Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. Which of the following disease affects the lungs?

A. AIDS
B. Heart attack
C. Influenza
D. Tuberculosis
2. Malaria can be prevented by……………

A bad headache
B. Don’t wear long sleeves
C. Sleep under a mosquito net
D. Using a condom
3. The best method to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS is

A. Abstinence
B. Be faithful
C. Condom use
D. Unsafe sex
4. HIV is passed from one person through……………..

A. Touching
B. Kissing
C. Mosquito
D. Through having unprotected sex with an infected person
5. Children can be immunized against diseases such as

A. AIDS
B. Cough
C. Polio
D. Diarrhea
6. . PHC stands for………………….

A. Prevent House Car
B. Primary Health Care
C. Private Health Care
D. Preventing Health Care
1. Identify and report on local health factors and services affecting the health of individuals,
families and the community.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
2. Describe and relate how the lack of provision of local community health services affects the
health of people at home or at school.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
3. State what is meant by PHC.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
4. Outline any two roles of PHC.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
5. Explain the concept of immunisation in simple terms.
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
6. Explain why children should be immunised against common diseases when they are young.
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
7. State how to prevent the spread of the following diseases.
(a) Malaria: ___________________________________________________________________ [1]

(b) TB: ______________________________________________________________________ [1]
8. Describe two misconceptions (myths) about HIV and AIDS.
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
9. State one way how HIV/AIDS can be transmitted.

_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
Mastery Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. Look at the following diagram and identify any three systems from the diagram. [3]
A
E A………………………………………..
B………………………………………..
B C………………………………………..
C D………………………………………..
D
E………………………………………..
F F………………………………………..
G
G…………………………………..........
2. Describe the basic functions of the following systems.
(a) Circulatory system:

_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(b) Reproductive system:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(c) Digestive system:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(d) Support system:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(e) Nervous system:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
3. Identify the structure of the human skeleton labelled A – C. [3]
A__________________________
B
B__________________________
C C__________________________
4. Explain how the skeleton acts as support system of the body.
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
5. Identify any two parts of the body protected by the skeleton. [2]
Skeleton parts Protected parts

(a)
(b)
6. Identify any two parts of the digestive system. [2]
H……………………………….
H G
G……………………………….
K……………………………….
Y
Y……………………………….
K
L
P……………………………….
P
L……………………………….
6. State the functions of the following parts of the digestive system.
(a) Mouth and teeth:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(b) Small intestine:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(c) Stomach:
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
7. Explain one physical development and appreciate this important step towards adulthood.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
Topic Test
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
1. What state of matter is represented in the picture?

A Gas
B Liquid
C Solid
D Solid and gas
2. Choose the process that takes place when ice turns into water.
A Condensation
B Evaporation
C Freezing
D Melting
3. Which of the following materials is biodegradable?

A Concrete
B Glass
C Paper
D Plastic
4. Which property applies to all materials?

A Can flow
B Fixed shape
C Fixed volume
D Have mass
5. One of the following is not a characteristic of solids.

A. Do not have specific/fixed shapes
B. Have specific/fixed shapes
C. Particles are tightly packed together
D. Particles do not move freely
SECTION B: Structured Questions:
1. Arrange the following substances as solids, liquids or gases:
Milk, water vapour, sugar, ice-cream, smoke, sand, apple, vinegar.
Solids Liquids Gases
[8]
2. Explain the difference between steam and water vapour.
____________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
3. State the factors that cause the following objects to degenerate (break down):
_________________ ____________________ _________________ [3]
4. Discuss two ways how communities can get rid of litter (waste).
____________________________________________________________________________
_______________________________________________________________________ [2]
5. Name common substances other than water which appear in two or more forms.
___________________________________________________________________ [1]
___________________________________________________________________ [1]
PRACTICAL
INVESTIGATIONS
Practical investigation
TOPIC: Living Organisms (Characteristics) Marks: 15
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Due date: ___________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
This task must be done in a group of five (5) or six (6) learners.
AIM: Investigate the characteristics of life (growth, movement and feeding).
Learning Objectives
 Be familiar with the characteristics of life and understand that there are seven characteristics
(they need to remember only four: growth, feeding, reproduction and movement).
Basic Competencies
 Investigate the characteristics of life (growth, movement and feeding).
Materials needed:
1. Pictures/Magazine
2. Glue
3. Pair of scissors
Method/Procedures:
1. Find any two pictures of living things and paste them in the boxes drawn.
2. Find any two pictures of non-living things and paste them in the boxes drawn.
Answer the questions of the investigation on the next page.

GROUP MEMBERS
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
QUESTIONS TO BE ANSWERED
1. Find any two pictures of living things and paste them in the boxes.
2. Find any two pictures of non-living things and paste them in the boxes drawn.
3. Find pictures of any two types of food that living organisms/things eat and identify them.
A B
Identify the type of food in picture A and B.
A: _____________________________________
B: _____________________________________
4. List the four characteristics of living organisms pasted in the first two boxes.
Characteristic 1: ____________________________________
Characteristic 2: ____________________________________
Characteristic 3: ____________________________________
Characteristic 4: ____________________________________
5. Discuss the importance of any two of the characteristics of living organisms listed in question 4.
Characteristic: _________________________________
Importance:
________________________________________________________________________________
Characteristic: _________________________________
Importance:
________________________________________________________________________________
Natural Science and Health Education
Grade: 5
Assessment criteria for Practical Activity: 1 (LIVING ORGANISMS)
Assessment Objective B: Handling information
Application of knowledge and solving problems
Marking points Marks Total obtained
 Correctly identified living things and pasted them 2 __________

(Question 1)
 Correctly identified non-living things and pasted them 2 __________

(Question 2)
 Correctly identified the food eaten by living organisms 4 __________

(Question 3)
Perseverance
 Finish all the work 2 ___________
Pictures are of good quality

5 __________
TOTAL 15
TOPIC: Living Organisms (Plants) Marks: 15
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Due date: ___________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
AIM: Investigate the structure of a flowering plant by collecting various flowers and sketch each
collected examples.
Learning Objectives
 Know the major parts in the structure of a flowering and a non-flowering plant and understand
that organs of plants have specific functions.
Basic Competencies
 Investigate the structure of a flowering plant by collecting various flowers and sketch each
collected examples.
Materials needed: GROUP MEMBERS
1. Glue
1.
2. Pair of scissors
3. Different parts of a flowering plant
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
SAFETY CHECK: Be careful when handling plants you are not familiar with, because other
plants/flowers are poisonous.
Method/Procedures:
1. Collect various flowers and sketch each collected examples (small enough to fit on the paper).
2. Collect any parts of a flowering plant and paste them on one page (small enough to fit on the
paper).
3. Choose one group member who can assist with pasting the parts appropriately.
1. Collect three various (different) flowers and sketch each collected examples (small enough
to fit on the paper.
2. Collect any five parts of a flowering plant and paste them on this page (small enough to fit
on the paper).
3. Identify any four major parts in the external structure of a flowering plant pasted in
question 3.
Part 1: ___________________________________________
Part 2: ___________________________________________
Part 3: ___________________________________________
Part 4: ___________________________________________
4. Describe two functions of any of the identified major plants.
Identified part: _______________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Natural Science and Health Education
Grade: 5
Assessment criteria for Practical Activity: 2
 Collected three various flowers and pasted, and sketched 6 __________

them (Question 1)
 Correctly any five different major parts of a flowering 3 __________

plant and pasted them (Question 2)
 Identify any four parts of the pasted plant (Question 3) 2 __________
 Correctly described any two functions of the chosen part 1 __________

(Question 4)
Quality of work
 Pasted flowers, sketches and plant structures 3 __________
TOTAL 15
TOPIC: Matter and Environment (All matter have mass) Marks: 15
Date: ______________________________________ 2024
Due date: ___________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
This task must be done in a pairs (2 learners).

AIM: Investigate masses of different objects/materials.
Materials needed: NAMES
1. Balloons
1.
2. Balance scale
3. Water
2.
4. Sand
5. Beaker
Do the following
1. Take two balloons or bread plastics. Fill one balloon with air and put the two balloons (one with
air and one without air) on the balance scale. Which balloon is heavier? Give a reason.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
2. Take one plate of the balance scale and fill it with water (half of the beaker) and the other plate
with sand (half of the beaker). Compare their masses. Which plate is heavier and why?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
3. Get on a see saw you and your friend, write down who is heavier.
____________________________________________________ [1]
4. Measure your mass and your friend’s mass. Write down the actual mass of each.
Your mass: _________________ kg
Your friend’s mass: _____________ kg
(i) Are your observations from the see saw accurate or not? _________________________ [1]
5. If a certain packet of sugar has a mass of 1 kg, and the another one has a mass of 500g. Say
which one is heavier and the one which is lighter.
Heavier: ________________________________ [1]
Lighter: ________________________________ [1]
6.
(a) Arrange the following in order from the lightest to the heaviest.
Paper clip, potato (simba chips), a match stick, a balloon filled with air, and a pencil.
Correct arrangement:
____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(b) Arrange the following in order from the heaviest to the lightest.
Person, elephant, ant, donkey and lizard.
Correct arrangement:
____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
7.
(a) If one sheet of paper is 50 g. Calculate the total mass of a textbook with 178 pages printed on
both sides.
[2]
(b) Describe how you could check your whether your answer in question 7 (a) is correct.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
Date: _______________________________________ 2024
Due date: ___________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
This task must be done in individually.

AIM: Investigate characteristics of different types of soil, locate and report on different types of
soils in their local environment.
QUESTIONS
1. The following pictures show different soils found in your local environment.
(a) From the pictures, investigate the characteristics of the different types of soils in the local
environment.
(i) Sandy soil:
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
(ii) Clay soil:
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
(iii) Loam soil:
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
2. Different soils have different sized particles. Which of the following would contain?
(a) The most air? _____________________________________________ [1]
(b) The most water? __________________________________________ [1]
3. Describe the value of soil to plants in your local environment.
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
4. Find out about the types of soils in your area many years ago. Ask the elders in your community
about trees, grass, crops, soil surface, stones and soil in the area when they were still young.
Answer the following questions based on your findings.
(a) Is the soil different compared to many years/olden days?
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
(b) What has changed?
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [1]
5. Describe fertile soil and list any two components of it.
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________ [2]
TOPIC: Air (Characteristics of air) Marks: 15
Date: ___________________________________________ 2024
Due date: ______________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
AIM:
Learning Objectives
 Know and understand the movement of air (wind) and how this affects living and nonliving
things in their local environment.
Basic Competencies
 Investigate wind as the movement of air.
1. Two balloons or plastic bags

1.
2. Brick
3. Marking pen
2.
4. Big bucket or basin full of water
3.
4.
5.
6.
Method/Procedures:
1. Use the marking pen to mark the level of the water on the bucket or basin.
2. Blow up the balloon. What is inside the balloon?
3. Push the balloon under the water. What happens to the level of the water?
4. Place the balloon on the floor or a table. Put the brick on it and then try to blow it up. What
happens?
5. Record your observations.
Answer the questions of the investigation on the next page.

1. Explain what happened in the following cases.
(a) After blowing up the balloon with air?
________________________________________________________________________________
(b) To the level of the water when you pushed the balloon under the water?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
(c) After putting the brick on the balloon?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
(d) To the air that was inside the balloon?
________________________________________________________________________________
2. State the four characteristics of air.
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
_________________________________________
3. The following pictures show characteristics of air.
Which of the charecteristics of air is shown on the pictures?
__________________________________________________________
4. Explain what it would be like to ride a bicycle with a flat tire?
________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________
Assessment criteria for Practical Activity: 1

 Collected all materials needed 4 __________
 Instructions for the investigation followed correctly 2 __________
 Correctly explain with reasons

(Question 1) 4 __________
(a) – (d) [1 mark each question]
 Correctly stated the four characteristics of air (Question 2) 2 __________
 Identified the characteristic demonstrated (Question 3) 1
 Explained correctly (Question 4) 1
Attempted all questions 1 __________
TOTAL 15
TOPIC: Air (Characteristics of air) Marks: 15
Date: ___________________________________________ 2024
Due date: ______________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
_______________________________________________________________________________________
Overview: Learners will work individually to investigate how matter changes from one state to
another. They
will put liquid water (liquid) in the refrigerator (freezer) and after two hours, they will check what it has
become of it. They will also observe an ice (solid) melting back into liquid water after been exposed to heat
energy from the sun.
Materials needed: Note book, pen, transparent bottle container, and a kettle or pot.
Safety precautions: Learners must be careful not to burn themselves when observing liquid water changing
into gas
Instructions to learners:
 Put a transparent bottle of water in the freezer and wait for two hours
 Check of what has come of the liquid water in the bottle put in the refrigerator
 Expose the ice in the container to heat energy from the sun and observe what will be happening to the
ice block in the container.
 Put water into the electrical kettle and plug it, and observe what happens as the water is boiling, if there
is no kettle the water can be put in the pot on the stove.
 Find any other sources that you can find relevant information on (internet/google, reading books,
watching videos on YouTube etc.…)
Learner’s compiled work:
1. Investigate three forms in which water exists (3)
- ………………………………………………………………………………
- ……………………………………………………………………………….
- ……………………………………………………………………………….
2. What came of liquid water after been put in the refrigerator (freezer) for hours? (1)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
3. What was happening to the ice after been exposed to heat energy? (1)
.........................................................................................................................................
4. What was your observation as water was boiling? (1)
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
5. Investigate the difference between water vapor and steam (2)
Water vapor: ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………....
Steam: …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
6. Name the process when water changes from: (4)
A. Solid to liquid ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
B. Liquid to Gas …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..
C. Gas to Liquid……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
D. Liquid to solid ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
7. Investigate any three substances that appear into two or more forms apart from water (3)
A. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
B. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
C. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….
PROJECTS
PROJECT
TOPIC: Living Organisms (Plants) Marks: 30
Date: ___________________________________________ 2024
Due date: ______________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
AIM: Analyse the structure of a flowering plant and design it with external structures.
Learning Objectives
 Know the major parts in the structure of a flowering and a non-flowering plant and understand
that organs of plants have specific function.
Basic Competencies
 Analyse the structure of a flowering plant (Choose one flowering plant and design a poster).
1. Chart (Yellow)
1.
2. Glue
3. Four (4) coloured A4 papers
2.
Coloured paper for:
 Green for leaves
3.
 White for flowers
 Orange for fruits
4.
 Brown for the colour of the plant
5.
4. Marking pen
5. Pair of scissors
6.
6. Pencil
7. Eraser (Rubber)
8. Ruler
Instructions:
1. Use a sharp pencil to draw the structure of the flowering plant you want to design (on the brown
paper). At this stage just draw the branches, stem and roots only.
2. Use a pair of scissors to cut the drawn flowering plant from the brown paper and paste it on the
chart you have.
3. Take the green paper and draw leaves (As many as possible). The green leaves have to be attached
to the branches as pasted on the chart.
4. Draw a flower on the white paper, cut and paste it on the chart. Also do the same with the orange
paper which represents fruits. Paste them accordingly in their right positions.
5. Do not forget to label the different parts of the flowering plant you have designed, including the
heading.
Marking criteria for the project
ASSESSMENT 1
Assessment Objective B: Handling Information, Application of Knowledge and Problem
Solving.
 Suggest a suitable flowering plant chosen 2 __________
 Correctly drawn the different parts of the plant 10 __________
 Correctly labelled the different parts of the plant 4 __________
 The flowering plant poster has a title/heading 2 ___________
 Collected all needed materials 7 __________
 The flowering plant poster has a title/heading 2 ___________
 Pasted neatly 3 __________
NB: Remember the final mark is obtained after diving by 2. [30/2 = 15]
PROJECT
TOPIC: Living Organisms (Human Body) Marks: 30
Date: ___________________________________________ 2024
Due date: ______________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
Instructions
Work in groups of 6 learners to complete this project.
Use reusable materials for the model.
Adhere to the due date and answer all questions.
Task 1
Choose and create a model of one of the body systems below.
Digestive system Support system (human skeleton)
Task 2
2.1 Explain in details the functions of the parts of the body system that you chose.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2.2 What will happen when that body system is not taken care of?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2.3 Outline ways in which one can take care of the parts of that body system.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Task 3 (presentation)
Present your model to the class and demonstrate how the organs are connected.
descriptors Question Possible Marks

reference marks obtained
Task 1
Construction of a model. 1 5
Recyclable materials used. 1 5

Creativity and neatness of 1 3
project.
Task 2
Explanation of how body 2.1 5
system works
Explanation of what can 2.2 3
happen to the body system.
How to take care of the body 2.3 4
system.
Task 3
Proper presentation 3.1 5
Total 30
PROJECT
TOPIC: Living Organisms (Human Body) Marks: 30
Date: ___________________________________________ 2024
Due date: ______________________________________ 2024 Grade: 5_____
______________________________________________________________________________
Instructions
Work in groups of 6 learners to complete this project.
Adhere to the due date and answer all questions.
Task 1
Choose and create a model of one of the body systems below.
-Use reusable materials for the model.
- Make your model beautiful and colourful.
Digestive system Support system (human skeleton)
Task 2
2.1 Explain in details the functions of any 3 parts of the body system that you
chose.
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
2.2 What can happen when that body system is not taken care of?
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________
Task 3 (presentation)
Present your model to the class and demonstrate how the organs are connected.
descriptors Question Possible Marks

reference marks obtained
Task 1
Construction of a model. 1 4
Recyclable materials used. 1 1

Creativity and neatness of 1 2
project.
Task 2
Explanation of the functions 2.1 3
of the body systems.
Explanation of what can 2.2 2
happen to the body system.
Task 3
Proper presentation 3.1 3
Total 15 x 2 = 30

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NATURAL SCIENCE & HEALTH EDUCATION

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TOPIC: Living Organisms Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

1. State the difference between living and non-living things.

2. The diagrams show characteristics of living organisms.

List the characteristics shown on the diagrams labelled A to D.

3. Using the same diagrams, define the characteristic labelled A.

TOPIC: Living Organisms Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

(i) Identify by listing the characteristics labelled M.

(ii) Discuss the importance of the characteristic labelled R and Y.

4. Describe the functions of the stem, leaves and roots.

Stem: ……………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]

5. List any one major part of a flower.

TOPIC: Living Organisms Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

2. List the functions of the parts labelled H and N.

3. State factors important for the growth of a bean/pea plant.

4. Outline any one importance of seed/fruit dispersal.

TOPIC: Living Organisms Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

Animal Q: ____________________________________________________________________ [1]

Animal L: ____________________________________________________________________ [1]

Birds Reptiles Mammals

TOPIC: Environment Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

1. Identify the different ecosystems labelled A – C.

2. Explain the importance of an ecosystem for human existence.

3. Describe any two ways that animals may be dependent on plants.

5. List any one potential pollinators of plants.

1. State ways in which plants are dependent on animals.

2. Define deforestation and overgrazing.

3. Describe the impact of deforestation and overgrazing on vegetation.

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

1. State what is meant by PHC.

2. Outline two roles of PHC.

3. Explain the concept of immunisation in simple terms.

4. State one way how to prevent the spread of TB (tuberculosis).

5. Differentiate between HIV and AIDS in simple terms.

HIV: ___________________________________________________________________ [1]

6. List the physical changes in maturing boys and girls.

Boys: ________________________________________________________________________ [1]

Girls: ________________________________________________________________________ [1]

TOPIC: Water Marks: 10

Date: ______________________________________ 2024

Names: ______________________________________________________ Grade: 5_____

1. Name the factors which influence evaporation in nature.

2. Distinguish between steam and vapour.

Steam: …………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]

Vapour: …..……………………………………………………………………………………… [1]

3. Explain in simple terms the formation of:

(a) Clouds: ………………………………………………………………………………………. [1]

(b) Frost: ………………………………………………………………………………………… [1]

4. Describe the importance of water to plants.

1. Describe the importance of water to animals.

2. Discuss the effect of lack of water on animals, humans and plants.

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_

Names: __________________________________________________ Grade: 5_