1st Summative Test in Science 4
4th Grading
NAME:___________________________________________________DATE: _____________________________
SECTION: _______________________________________________TEACHER: __________________________
I. Multiple Choice
Read each question carefully. Choose the correct answer and write it on a sheet of paper.
1. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of soil?
a) Texture b) Color c) Weight d) Ability to hold water
2. What type of soil is best for planting because it holds water and contains nutrients?
a) Sand b) Loam c) Clay d) Silt
3. Which type of soil can hold the most water?
a) Clay b) Loam c) Sand d) Gravel
4. Which of the following is an example of a natural source of water?
a) Faucet b) River c) Water tank d) Water bottle
5. Why do plants need water?
a) To produce their own food b) To grow properly
c) To stay alive d) All of the above
6. Which activity does NOT help in conserving water?
a) Turning off the faucet while brushing teeth c) Letting the faucet run while washing hands
b) Using rainwater for watering plants d) Collecting water in a pail instead of using a hose
7. What will happen if soil is removed from the environment?
a) Plants will not grow well b) Animals will lose their food source
c) Water will not be absorbed properly d) All of the above
8. Which type of soil is used to make pots and bricks?
a) Clay b) Loam c) Sand d) Gravel
9. What should you do if there is limited water supply in your community?
a) Waste water because there is no shortage c) Use more water for unnecessary activities
b) Store water properly and use it wisely d) Let water leak from pipes
10. Which of the following is an effect of water pollution?
a) Clean and safe drinking water b) Fish and other aquatic animals dying
c) Healthy rivers and lakes d) Clear and fresh-smelling water
II. Identification (with Choices in a Box)
Directions: Identify the correct answer from the choices inside the box.
A. Clay B. River C. Hydrosphere D. Weather E. Atmosphere
11. It is the layer of gases surrounding the Earth.
12. It is the part of Earth that contains water, including rivers, lakes, and oceans.
13. It is a type of soil that is sticky and can hold a lot of water.
14. It is the changing condition of the atmosphere, such as sunny or rainy.
15. It is an example of a natural water source.
III. Fill in the Blanks (with Choices in a Box)
Directions: Fill in the blanks with the correct answer from the choices inside the box.
A. Plants B. Water C. Absorb D. Conservation E. Sun
16. __________ is one of the basic needs of living things to survive.
17. ______need water to grow and make their own food.
18. When it rains, different types of soil can __________ water at different rates.
19. The __________ provides heat and light, which are essential for plants and animals.
20. Turning off the faucet when not in use is an example of water __________.
III. Draw happy face if the picture shows proper use of water and sad face if not.
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