SCI6 TQ 4thquarter

Fourth Quarter Examination
Science 6
Name: ______________________________________________ Score: ____________
GENERAL DIRECTIONS: Read and analyze the sub-directions of each test below. Write the
letter of your answer before each number. ALL FORMS OF ERASURES ARE CONSIDERED
WRONG! Use black ink.
I. Multiple Choice: Write the letter on the space provided.

______1. The point where the energy is released.
a. epicenter b. Richter Scale
c. hypocenter d. Mercalli Scale
______2. Used to measure the magnitude of the Earthquake.
______3. It is also called as the focus of an earthquake.
______4. Used to measure the intensity of the Earthquake.
______5. It is expressed in the range of 1-12
______6. The main cause is pressure generated within the rocks.
a. tectonic earthquake b. volcanic earthquake
c. collapse earthquake d. explosive earthquake
______7. It is caused by the movement of loose fragmented pieces of land on earth’s crust.
a. tectonic earthquake b. volcanic earthquake
c. collapse earthquake d. explosive earthquake
______8. Supercontinent that existed during the late Paleozoic and early Mesozoic eras.
a. Continental drift theory b. South America
c. Pangaea d. Africa
______9. 100 Astronomical unit is equal to___________.
a. 150 million km b. 15 trillion km
c. 150 million miles d. 15 trillion miles
______10. When viewed above the North Pole, the Earth rotates _________.
a. north to south b. south to north
c. west to east d. east to west
______11. Earth's axial tilt (also known as the obliquity of the ecliptic) is about ____ degrees.
a. 32.5 b. 52.3
c. 25.3 d. 23.5
______12. With a relative time frame from May to November.
a. dry season b. wet season
c. best waves d. monsoon
______13. With a relative time frame from September to October.
a. dry season b. wet season
c. best waves d. monsoon
______14. The point on the surface of the Earth.
______15. The instrument that measures vibrations.
a. seismograph b. Richter Scale
c. anemometer d. Mercalli Scale
______16. The focus is generally located at a depth of _____.
a. 70 miles b. 50 miles
c. 80 km d. 60 km
______17. A large and sudden displacement of the ocean, usually the result of an earthquake
below or near the ocean floor.
a. storm surge b. thunder storm
c. tsunami d. tropical depression
______18. The planets were formed at least ________years ago.
a. 5.4 billion b. 4.6 billion
c. 9.5 billion d. 4.9 billion
______19. Small irregularly shaped objects
a. satellites b. dwarf planets
c. comets d. asteroids
______20. Body placed in orbit around the earth or moon or another planet in order to collect
information or for communication.
______21. Halley’s comet appears once every _____years.
a. 46 b. 56
c. 76 d. 36
______22. Sun’s surface temperature is _____ °C.
a. 6000 b. 8000
c. 60000 d. 80000
______23. The sun is mostly composed of ________ gas.
a. Hydrogen b. Helium
c. Nitrogen d. Oxygen
______24. Smaller than planet and larger than asteroid.
______25. Earth lies in the _______zone that the reason why it can sustain life.
a. red ribbon b. goldilocks
c. milky way d. asteroid belt
II. Identification:
A. Earthquake: Identify the following precautionary measures if it is done BEFORE,
DURING, or AFTER an earthquake.
_____________1. If you're at school or work, follow the emergency plan or the instructions of
the person in charge. Expect aftershocks.
_____________2. Learn how to turn off the gas, water, and electricity.
_____________3. If you're indoors, stand against a wall near the center of the building.
_____________4. Don't use matches, candles, or any flame. Broken gas lines and fire don't mix.
_____________5. Turn on the radio. Don't use the phone unless it's an emergency.
_____________6. Stay calm! If you're indoors, stay inside. If you're outside, stay outside.
_____________7. Anchor heavy furniture, cupboards, and appliances to the walls or floor.
_____________8. If you're in a car, stop the car and stay inside the car.
_____________9. Learn first aid.
_____________10. Don't use elevators (they may shut down).
B. Rotation vs Revolution: Read the following and determine if the phrase is describing the
rotation or revolution of the Earth.
____________1. causes day and night
____________2. the sun is in the East in the morning
____________3. the spinning of Earth on its axis
____________4. takes one year to complete
____________5. follows a path called an orbit
____________6. takes 24 hours to complete
____________7. the movement of the Earth around the sun
____________8. causes the seasons
____________9. when the Earth is facing toward the sun, it is daytime
____________10. the hemisphere facing toward the sun experiences summer
C. Terrestrial vs Jovian Planet

____________1. planets are less dense
____________2. planets are made of gaseous surfaces.
____________3. planets are closer to the sun
____________4. planets are immense
____________5. Mercury, Venus and Earth
Confession of Faith
Jesus, you are the Christ, the son of the living God.
Christ
Is the way to meet God,
Freed us from sin and curse,
Gave us the authority to overcome Satan.
Amen!

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I. Multiple Choice: Write the letter on the space provided.

C. Terrestrial vs Jovian Planet

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