The document is a fourth-periodical test for 6th-grade students at Cabugao Elementary School, covering topics in science and health, particularly related to earthquakes and volcanoes. It includes true or false questions, multiple-choice questions, and short definitions related to natural disasters and astronomical phenomena. The test aims to assess students' knowledge and preparedness regarding these topics.

1. Cabugao Elementary School
Cabugao, Batan, aklan
4th
Periodical Test in Science and Health 6
Name: _______________________________________________________ Section: _________________________
Date: ________________________________________________________ Score: ___________________________
A. True or False: Write T if the situation is true and F if it is false. Write your answer on the blank provided
before the number.
1. An earthquake happens when earth’s crust move and the rock layers shift.
2. Pressure from above and beneath the crust causes the plates to move.
3. Intensity is the amount of energy released by an earthquake.
4. When earthquake occurs, don’t panic. Instead look for other places for evacuation.
5. The place of origin of an earthquake is called epicenter.
6. Scientists can tell the exact date and time of the earthquake’s occurrence.
7. Supplies of flashlight, first aid kit, should be set aside for use in emergencies.
8. Ground shaking is one of the effects of earthquake.
9. Tsunamis are a series of water waves caused when the seafloor moves vertically in an earthquake.
10. Fires are major source of damage after earthquakes.
11. Volcanic eruptions happen when lava and gas are discharged from a volcanic vent.
12. Altitude refers to the height of a particular place above sea level.
13. Tsunami is a fast moving current of hot gas and rock moving away from a volcano.
14. Active volcanoes are those who erupted for the past 600 years.
15. Violent eruption is accompanied by shaking of Earth and thunderous explosion.
16. During volcanic eruption, go to river areas and low-lying regions.
17. Before you leave the house, you must wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants and use goggles or
eyeglasses.
18. Wait for further announcements about volcanic activities before deciding to evacuate.
19. Store as much food, water, light sources and batteries that are very useful in case of emergency.
20. Earth revolves around the sun.
21. During autumn leaves of trees began to grow.
22. During the rainy season, the Philippines experiences heavy rainfall.
23. Seasons affect the activities of the people.
24. Fishing and other outdoor activities are more common during wet season.
25. Countries near the equator generally experience very cool weather.
26. Earth is the third planet from the sun.
27. In the Philippines, heavy rainfall is experienced during the rainy seasons.
28. Stars really twinkle.
29. The weather changes from day to day.

2. 30. In the Philippines, dry season is between January and May.
31. A climate is a period of time marked by changes in weather and hours of daylight.
32. Stars can be seen by our naked eye.
33. Climate is the average condition of all weather in a particular are in a long period of time.
34. Polaris always points to the true North.
35. Stars tell time and direction.
B. Multiple Choice. Choose the letter of the best answer. Encircle it.
1. Which of the following describes a landslide?
A. loose rocks falling over a mountain B. some parts of the ground open up
C. giant waves in the ocean D. both a and b
2. Why does a tsunami occur?
A. It is caused by an earthquake in a plain.
B. It is caused by an earthquake under the sea.
C. It is caused by a big typhoon in the land.
D. Both b and c.
3. Which should you observe before an earthquake?
A. Stay under a sturdy table.
B. Stay away from cliffs.
C. Avoid touching live electric wires.
D. Perform an earthquake drill regularly.
4. Which should you avoid after an earthquake?
A. condemned buildings B. stairs C. elevators D. a valley
5. How should you behave during an earthquake?
A. keep calm
B. Rush to an overcrowded exit
C. Listen to the radio for the latest update
D. all of the above
6. Which of the following forms a part of volcano?
A. cone B. vent C. plate D. both a and b
7. How are the Mt. Mayon, Mt. Pinatubo, and Taal Volcano similar?
A. They are active volcanoes.
B. They are inactive volcanoes.
C. They are found in Mindanao.
D. They are all found in the Ilocos Region.
8. Which of the following statements about volcanoes is true?
A. Volcanoes are mountains or hills.
B. Volcanoes have vents from which smoke and magma come out.
C. Volcanoes are also found under the sea.
D. All of the above.
9. Why are precautionary measures observed before volcanic eruptions?
A. To prevent the loss of lives
B. To protect properties
C. To pinpoint Volcanic Danger Zone
D. Both a and b
10. What must the people living in Volcanic Danger Zone do before a volcano erupts?
A. Listen to the latest bulletin.
B. Make the necessary repairs on roofing’s.
C. Follow government advice.
D. Both A and C.

3. 11. Which government agency monitors and issues warnings on volcanic activities?
A. PAGASA B. DENR C. BFAR D. PHIVOLCS
12. Which of the following explains Baguio’s cold temperature?
A. It is surrounded by bodies of water.
B. It is located on top of a mountain.
C. It is rich in mineral deposits.
D. It is located in the north.
13. Why do sailors avoid the doldrums?
A. because their ships would just stay in a particular area and would not move
B. because their ships would sail so fast that they may hit the rocks
C. because their ships would hit polar icebergs
D. both a and c
14. What kind of climate do areas surrounded by seas have?
A. very cold climate B. cold climate C. hot climate D. very hot climate
15. Which of the following are the seasons in the Philippines?
A. wet and dry B. wet and spring C. dry and fall D. wet and winter
16. Why do the Philippines have only two seasons?
A. because it is located in the temperature zone
B. because of its latitude
C. because it has many mountains
D. because it is surrounded by seas
17. Which causes heavy rains from June to November?
A. polar easterlies B. southwest monsoon C. northeast monsoon D. horse latitude
18. What kind of season has most leaves falling from trees?
A. Summer B. spring C. autumn/fall D. winter
19. Which season is similar in both hemispheres?
A. Autumn B. spring C. summer D. winter
20. How is the composition of stars determined?
A. By using telescope B. by using hand lens C. by using microscope D. by using eyeglasses
21. Earthquakes are recorded by an instrument called ______________________.
A. Pictograph B. photograph C. seismographs D. barometer
22. The ___________________ is measured by the amount of energy released by an earthquake.
A. Magnitude B. speed C. velocity D. intensity
23. The place of origin of an earthquake is called ___________________.
A. Focus B. atmosphere C. epicenter D. crust
24. The layers of the earth that is believed to be composed of solid materials and has a tremendous
temperature of about 4 700 o
C is the ________________.
A. Crust B. mantle C. outer core D. inner core
25. Which of the following is a star?
A. Earth B. Sun C. Jupiter D. Asteroids
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