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Task l
A. (1-5) Multiple Choice
Directions: Read and answer each question. Write the letter of the correct answer in the
blank.
_____1Henry is a farmer who wants to determine the type of soil in a new field he has acquired.
As he examines the soil, he notices that it has a smooth texture and feels slightly sticky when wet.
He also observes that the soil has a high level of nutrient content and holds moisture well. Based
on these characteristics, what type of soil does he think it has?
A. clay C. sand
B. loam D. soil
_____2.Sheena is a landscape architect who wants to identify the type of soil in a new housing
development she is working on. As she examines the soil, she notices that it has a gritty texture
and feels coarse to the touch. She also observes that the soil drains quickly, but this also means
that it dries out easily. Based on these characteristics, what type of soil does she think she has?
A. clay C. humus
B. loam D. sand
_____3. You are a gardener who wants to determine the type of soil in his backyard garden. As
you examine the soil, you notice that it has a dark color and a rich, earthy smell. You also observe
that the soil feels crumbly and has a loose texture. Based on these characteristics, what type of
soil do you think you have?
A. clay C. humus
B. loam D. sand
_____4. Kyle is a construction worker who wants to identify the type of soil at a worksite. As he
examines the soil, he notices that it has a heavy, dense texture and feels sticky when wet. He also
observes that the soil has poor drainage and takes a long time to dry out. Based on these
characteristics, what type of soil does he think he has?
A. clay C. humus
B. loam D. sand
_____5. You are a horticulturist who wants to determine the type of soil in a greenhouse. As you
examine the soil, you notice that it has a balanced texture and feels soft to the touch. You also
observe that the soil holds moisture well, but it also drains adequately. Based on these
characteristics, what type of soil do you think you have?
A. clay C. loam
B. humus D. sand
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B. (6-10) True or False

Directions: Write T if the statement is True and F if False. Write your answer in the blank.

. 6. Seawater is the habitat of aquatic plants and animals

7.Freshwater in rivers, lakes, and springs is not for recreation
8.Groundwater is not an important component in many industrial processes
9.Water comes from open and closed sources.
10.Groundwater is the cleanest water and contains plenty of dissolved minerals
which the human body needs.

C. (11-15) Fill in the Blanks

Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct answer. Write your answer in the blank.

11. It tells where the wind is coming from and where it is going is called ___________.
12.The scientist who studies the weather is called __________.
13.The instrument that measures and records temperature is _________.
14.The instrument that measures the speed of wind is the _________.
15.The measure of the hotness or coldness of the atmosphere is called ________.
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D. Task ll (5 ponts)
Direction: Look at the picture below. Describe each picture. The length and position of the
sun according to its time. Note the changes in the shadow created by the sunlight and the
object.

8:00 am 10:00 am 12:00 pm

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A. B.
1. B. loam 6. T
2. D. sand 7. F
3. C. humus 8. F
4. A. clay 9. T
5. C. loam 10. T

C.
11. Wind vane
12. Meteorologist
13. Thermometer
14. Anemometer
15. Temperature

D.

First picture: 8:00 am the shadow at the pool is the longest, because the light rays
are slanted.
Second picture: 10:00 am, the shadow at the pole is shorter
Third picture: 12:00 noon the shadow is the shortest, because the sun is directly
above the horizon, so there is no visible shadow.

Members:
Orquial, Andrea Joyce
De Veyra, Hydi Lou
Adam, Kathleen
Perin, Micka
Balaba, Alvie Ann