Republic of the Philippines

Region V
Division of Masbate
Panique National High School
Panique, Aroroy, Masbate

4th Quarter Examination

Science 9
SY: 2018-2019

Name: Date: Score:

Grade & Section:

Matching type: Match each definition or description with the appropriate term. Answers should be in CAPITAL
LETTERS.

____1. Is a mountain where lava (hot, liquid rock) comes from A. Magma
a magma chamber under the ground. B. Summit
____2. Is the general pattern of weather in a certain area over a long period of time. C. Crater
____3. A funnel shaped-opening at the top of a volcano. D. Lava
____4. A molten rocks found beneath the earth’s surface. E. Viscosity
____5. Describe as the liquids thickness and stickiness. F. Caldera
____6. Is formed when a part of the wall collapses following an explosive eruption. G. Volcano
____7. An opening which may either crater or caldera. H. Greenhouse gases
____8. An abnormal and lengthy warming in the eastern part of the ocean. I. El niño
____9. Prevents the heat from escaping thus makes the earth’s temperature higher J. Solar Radiation
____10. It warms the earth as its energy is absorbed by the atmosphere. K. Weather
____11. The condition of the atmosphere at a specific place and time. L. La niña

Multiple Choice: Choose the letter of the BEST ANSWER.

1. Which characteristics of magma mainly determines its explosiveness?

a. Color c. temperature
b. Amount d. silica content
2. Which of the following characteristics of a volcano depend on its magma emission?
a. Age c. shape
b. Size d. location
3. Which of the following factors associated with volcanic eruptions may cause the decrease in the
Earth’s average temperature for a year?
a. Heat c. acid rain
b. Light d. volcanic ash
4. A thick layer of volcanic ash can be heavy enough to collapse the roofs of building because ash____.
a. Is solid
b. Cannot blown by winds.
c. Becomes heavier as it cools.
d. Consists of tiny fragments of rocks that becomes heavy as they pile up.
5. Which of the following is an active volcano in the Philippines?
a. Apo in Davao c.Isarog in Camarines Sur
b. Bud Datu in Sulu d. Kanalaon in Negros
6. Which agency study and monitors the volcanic activities in the Philippines?
a. Philippine Statistics Office
b. Department of Environment and Natural Resources
c. Philippine Volcanology and Seismology
d. Department of Agriculture
7. What type of gas is released in landfills?
a. Methane c. oxygen
b. Nitrogen d. hydrogen
8. Which of the following statement best describe the latitude?
a. The lower the latitude, the warmer the climate. The higher the latitude, the colder the climate.
b. The lower the latitude, the colder the climate. The higher the latitude, the warmer the climate
c. Either the lower or the higher the latitude both experiences cold and warm climate.
9. Which activity does not contribute to global warming?
a. Reforestation c. mining activities
b. Illegal fishing d. incineration of garbage
10. Which of the following can cause global warming?
a. Volcanic eruptions
b. The amount of rainfall
c. The rising of warm air into the atmosphere
d. Increase of the amount CO2 in the atmosphere
11. How does the windward side differ from the leeward side of the high land?
a. The windward receives more precipitation than leeward.
b. The leeward side has more vegetation than the wind ward side.
c. The windward side receives more heat than the leeward side.
d. The leeward side receives more precipitation than the windward side.
12. What happens to the temperature of air when the latitude increases?
a. Remains the same c. decreases
b. Increases d. varies
13. Which of the following BEST describes climate?
a. The weather that occurs in the atmosphere within a day.
b. The pattern of weather that occurs in a region over a long period of time.
c. The pattern of weather that occurs in a region over a short period of time
d. The disturbance in the atmosphere that happens in a long period of time.
14. Why are the coldest places on earth found at the poles?
a. Great amount of gaseous particles trap heat from the surface.
b. Great amount of thermal radiation is received by these areas.
c. Less amount of thermal radiation is received is received by these areas.
d. Less amount of gaseous particles trap heat from the surface.
15. What will happen when the rates of evaporation and condensation are equal?
a. Cloud form. c. the humidity increases
b. The dew point is reached. d. precipitation occurs
16. When does greenhouse effect happen?
a. Greenhouse gases on the surface absorb heat from the atmosphere
b. Greenhouse gases on the surface absorb heat from the Earth’s interior
c. Greenhouse gases in the upper atmosphere absorb heat from outer space.
d. Greenhouse gases in the lower atmosphere absorb heat from the Earth’s surface.
17. City is surrounded by bodies of water and has a moderate climate. It is located near the equator. What
will most likely affect the climate of the city?
a. Latitude c. topography
b. Altitude d. all of these
18. Which of the following is an indication of global warming?
a. Rising of se level
b. Decrease of global temperature
c. Coastal erosion
d. Strong waves in the ocean.
19. How much is the tilt of the Earth from its axis?
a. 28.9  c. 23.5
b. 25.5 d. 28.3
20. The following are greenhouse gases EXCEPT.
a. Nitrous oxide c. water vapor
b. Carbon dioxide d. hydrogen
21. What will happen if there is too much carbon dioxide in the atmosphere?
a. Greenhouse effect occurs c. water vapour condenses
b. Temperature increases d. Climate changes
 22. Which condition happens during the La Niña phenomenon?
a. Air pressure in the western Pacific increases
b. Air pressure in the eastern Pacific decreases
c. Upwelling of sold water is blocked
d. Trade wind becomes stronger
23. It refers to the atmospheric condition of a place over a long period of time.
a. Climate c. weather
b. Monsoon d. topography
24. Which is the best practice to reduce the effect of climate change?
a. Livestock raising c. organic farming
b. Burning fossil fuel b. car manufacturing
25. Which of the following shows the effect of climate change?
a. Rising of sea level c. coastal erosion
b. Deforestation of the forest d. Siltation of bodies of water
26. During summer, many people visit Baguio because of the cold weather. What do you think makes
Baguio cold?
a. The distance from the ocean c. the altitude
b. The topography d. all of the above

Give what is asked. Write your answers on your answer sheet.

27-29. What are the factors that affect the volcanic eruptions?
30-34. What are the factors that affects climate?
35-37. What does 3R stands for?
38-40. What are the external parts of volcano?
41-45. List down at least 5 Positive effect of volcanic eruptions.
46-50. List down 5 ways to protect yourself after a volcanic eruption.

“Educating the mind without educating the heart ♥ is like no education at all”
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RITA S. CORTES
Principal I MA. KRISTINE V. IBARRETA
Teacher I