First Term Examination Questions Basic Science Primary 6 First Term Lesson Notes Week 13

Week 13 Examination: Basic Science

Instructions for Teachers:

1. Preparation:
   • Ensure that all examination materials are prepared and checked before the exam.
   • Arrange the classroom to minimize the possibility of cheating.
2. Exam Instructions:
   • Clearly explain the instructions for each part of the exam to the students.
   • Emphasize the importance of honesty and integrity during the exam.
   • Remind students that cheating will result in serious consequences.
   • Ensure all electronic devices are put away.
3. During the Exam:
   • Supervise the examination closely.
   • Answer any questions students may have regarding the instructions but do not provide answers to the exam questions.
   • Walk around the classroom to monitor student activities.
4. Post-Exam:
   • Collect all exam papers and ensure no materials are left behind.
   • Review the exam papers for any signs of malpractice.

Instructions for Students:

1. Before the Exam:
   • Review all topics covered in the term to prepare.
   • Ensure you have all necessary materials (e.g., pens, pencils) before the exam starts.
2. During the Exam:
   • Listen carefully to the instructions given by the teacher.
   • Write clearly and legibly.
   • Do not talk or communicate with other students during the exam.
   • Use only your own knowledge to answer the questions.
   • If you have any questions about the exam, raise your hand and wait for the teacher’s assistance.
3. After the Exam:
   • Remain seated until all exam papers have been collected.
   • Ensure that you have not left any personal items behind.

Part A: Objective Questions

Instructions: Choose the correct option (a, b, c, or d) to complete each sentence.

1. The process of breaking down food is called ______.
   a) Respiration
   b) Digestion
   c) Circulation
   d) Excretion
2. The ______ pumps blood around the body.
   a) Brain
   b) Liver
   c) Heart
   d) Stomach
3. The ______ system helps us breathe.
   a) Circulatory
   b) Respiratory
   c) Nervous
   d) Digestive
4. The sense of sight is controlled by the ______.
   a) Eye
   b) Nose
   c) Ear
   d) Skin
5. The ______ intestine absorbs nutrients from food.
   a) Small
   b) Large
   c) Medium
   d) Short
6. The kidneys help remove ______ from the blood.
   a) Food
   b) Water
   c) Waste
   d) Oxygen
7. ______ is the stage when the body changes from child to adult.
   a) Infancy
   b) Childhood
   c) Puberty
   d) Adulthood
8. ______ carry blood around the body.
   a) Lungs
   b) Muscles
   c) Blood vessels
   d) Nerves
9. Drug abuse is the ______ of drugs.
   a) Proper use
   b) Misuse
   c) Study
   d) Production
10. The ______ system allows humans to have babies.
    a) Circulatory
    b) Respiratory
    c) Reproductive
    d) Digestive
11. The process of breathing is known as ______.
    a) Respiration
    b) Digestion
    c) Circulation
    d) Excretion
12. The liver helps in the digestion of ______.
    a) Oxygen
    b) Water
    c) Food
    d) Waste
13. The ______ is the largest organ in the human body.
    a) Heart
    b) Liver
    c) Kidney
    d) Skin
14. ______ are tiny air sacs in the lungs.
    a) Veins
    b) Arteries
    c) Alveoli
    d) Nerves
15. The ______ controls all the activities of the body.
    a) Liver
    b) Heart
    c) Brain
    d) Lung
16. ______ are the main organs for filtering blood.
    a) Lungs
    b) Kidneys
    c) Intestines
    d) Skin
17. The ______ removes solid waste from the body.
    a) Heart
    b) Stomach
    c) Large intestine
    d) Small intestine
18. The function of the ______ is to help us see.
    a) Ear
    b) Eye
    c) Nose
    d) Mouth
19. The ______ is responsible for pumping blood.
    a) Heart
    b) Liver
    c) Brain
    d) Kidney
20. The function of the skin is to detect ______.
    a) Pain
    b) Taste
    c) Smell
    d) Sound
21. The ______ helps us detect touch.
    a) Skin
    b) Eye
    c) Ear
    d) Nose
22. The ______ system removes waste from the body.
    a) Circulatory
    b) Digestive
    c) Nervous
    d) Excretory
23. The ______ helps us taste food.
    a) Skin
    b) Ear
    c) Nose
    d) Tongue
24. The ______ is where food is stored before digestion.
    a) Liver
    b) Kidney
    c) Stomach
    d) Heart
25. The ______ system helps us move our body.
    a) Nervous
    b) Muscular
    c) Digestive
    d) Respiratory
26. The ______ helps to pump oxygenated blood.
    a) Liver
    b) Heart
    c) Brain
    d) Lungs
27. The ______ is involved in the production of urine.
    a) Kidney
    b) Liver
    c) Stomach
    d) Heart
28. ______ are involved in carrying oxygen throughout the body.
    a) Red blood cells
    b) White blood cells
    c) Platelets
    d) Nerves
29. The ______ system includes organs like the nose and lungs.
    a) Digestive
    b) Circulatory
    c) Respiratory
    d) Reproductive
30. The ______ is known for its role in breaking down toxins.
    a) Heart
    b) Liver
    c) Kidneys
    d) Lungs

Part B: Theory Questions

Instructions: Write a short answer to each question.

1. What does the heart do in the circulatory system?
2. How does the stomach help in digestion?
3. What is the main function of the lungs?
4. Name two types of blood vessels.
5. What happens during puberty?
6. What is drug abuse?
7. How does the small intestine help the body?
8. What organ controls the sense of smell?
9. What is the function of the kidneys?
10. What are the five sense organs?
11. What does the liver do?
12. How does the brain help us?
13. What is the difference between arteries and veins?
14. Name one function of the skin.
15. How does the large intestine help the body?
16. What is the respiratory system responsible for?
17. Name one organ involved in excretion.
18. What is the role of the reproductive system?
19. What is one effect of drug abuse?
20. How does the circulatory system help the body?
21. What does the nose do in the respiratory system?
22. How does the liver assist in digestion?
23. Describe the function of red blood cells.
24. What is the importance of the kidneys?
25. How do veins differ from arteries?
26. Why is puberty an important stage in human development?
27. What role does the skin play in sensing the environment?
28. Describe the function of the heart in the circulatory system.
29. How does the digestive system help in nutrient absorption?
30. What is the purpose of the lungs in respiration?

Part C: True or False Questions

Instructions: Write “True” or “False” for each statement.

1. The heart is part of the respiratory system. (False)
2. The brain controls all body activities. (True)
3. The small intestine absorbs nutrients from food. (True)
4. The kidneys produce urine. (True)
5. Puberty is the stage before childhood. (False)
6. The lungs help us breathe. (True)
7. Drug abuse is the correct use of drugs. (False)
8. The liver filters waste from the blood. (True)
9. The eye helps us hear. (False)
10. The skin is the smallest organ in the body. (False)
11. Blood vessels carry blood throughout the body. (True)
12. The stomach is involved in digestion. (True)
13. The nose is used for the sense of touch. (False)
14. The large intestine removes waste from the body. (True)
15. The reproductive system allows us to have babies. (True)
16. The heart is a muscle that pumps blood. (True)
17. The ears help us see. (False)
18. Respiration is the process of breathing. (True)
19. The liver is part of the circulatory system. (False)
20. The brain is the largest organ in the body. (False)
21. The kidneys help filter blood. (True)
22. The digestive system is involved in breathing. (False)
23. The skin protects our body from the environment. (True)
24. The heart is located in the stomach. (False)
25. Veins carry blood to the heart. (True)
26. Arteries carry blood away from the heart. (True)
27. The small intestine is longer than the large intestine. (True)
28. The sense of taste is controlled by the tongue. (True)
29. The nose helps us taste food. (False)
30. The circulatory system includes the heart and blood vessels. (True)

Part D: Fill in the Gaps

Instructions: Complete each sentence with the correct word.

1. The ______ system helps us breathe.
2. The ______ carries blood away from the heart.
3. The ______ is responsible for pumping blood.
4. The ______ helps us see.
5. The ______ helps filter waste from the blood.
6. The ______ system includes organs like the lungs and nose.
7. ______ are the smallest blood vessels.
8. The ______ removes solid waste from the body.
9. The ______ is used for the sense of touch.
10. The ______ helps in nutrient absorption.
11. The ______ is known for its role in breaking down toxins.
12. The ______ controls all body functions.
13. The ______ helps us hear.
14. The ______ is involved in digestion and nutrient absorption.
15. The ______ is where food is stored before digestion.
16. The ______ system helps in the production of urine.
17. The ______ system includes the heart and blood vessels.
18. The ______ carries blood to the heart.
19. The ______ detects pain and pressure.
20. The ______ system allows us to have babies.

This examination covers all the topics studied during the first term. Ensure all answers are written clearly and check your work before submission. Good luck!