ASSESSMENT IN SCIENCE 9

QUARTER 3 -WEEK 1 & 2

Name:____________________________________Grade/Section:_____________Date:____________
MELC/s: WEEK 1 - describe the different types of volcanoes and volcanic eruptions.

WRITTEN TASK
Direction: Read each statement carefully and write your answer on the space before the number.
1. The semi-molten rock underneath a volcano is called___________.
A. Geyser B. Lava C. Lahar D. Magma
2. What part of a typical volcano is described as the opening through which volcanic materials are
ejected?
A. Crater B. Ash Layer C. Flank D. Vent
3. What type of volcano has a steep conical hill of volcanic debris deposited around a volcanic
vent?
A. Composite B. Shield C. Extinct D. Cinder Cone
4. What type of volcano is commonly found in the Pacific Ring of Fire?
A. Stratovolcano B. Shield volcano C. Scoria cone D. Cinder volcano
5. A volcano that is said to be dormant is classified as__________.
A. Inactive B. Active C. Extinct D. Tectonic
6. Which of the following volcanoes is inactive or dormant?
A. Mt. Hibok-hibok B. Mt. Urot C. Mt. Iraya D. Mt. Apo
7. Which type of volcano has broad summit areas, which makes it resemble a warrior's shield?
A. Shield B. Composite C. Inactive D. Cinder cone
8. Which one is NOT a common sign that a volcano is about to erupt?
A. Occurrence of volcanic tremors
B. Crater glow due to the presence of magma at or near the crater
C. Rocks falls and landslide from the summit after days of heavy rains
D. Change in color of steam emission from white to gray due to entrained ash
9. What type of volcanic eruption results from the fragmentation and explosion of a plug of lava in a
volcanic conduit, or from the rupture of a lava dome?
A. Plinian B. Strombolian C. Vulcanian D. Phreatomagmatic
10. Which of the following is NOT a type of volcano base on shape?
A. Composite B. Shield C. Vulcanian D. Cinder

PERFORMANCE TASK
Materials Needed: bond paper, crayons, color pens, pencil
Procedure:
1. Draw a model of a volcano on a bond paper.
2. Put colors using crayons or color pens.
3. Label each part correctly.
4. At the bottom part, write definitions/descriptions of the parts labeled.
5. Refer to the rubric for your guidance in the making of your output.

Rubric Criteria Not Good – 4pts. Good – 7 pts. Very Good – 10 pts.
Volcano Information/ Incomplete and not Mostly complete and Complete and
Label accurate. Learning accurate. Learning is accurate information
needs reinforcement. somewhat evident was given. Learning is
evident
Craftmanship and Work is not neat and Work is organized, Work is organized and
Creativity seems haphazardly neat, and planned. well-planned; neat
done. Necessary Few creative details and attractive. Output
creative details are are added to the has many creative
displayed. basics. details.

MELC/s: WEEK 2 – explain what happens when volcanoes erupt. (S9ES-IIIb-28)

WRITTEN TASK
Direction: Read each statement carefully and write your answer on the space before the number.
21. How are volcanoes formed?
A. Hot molten rock pushes up to the ground B. It is the result of the spinning of the Earth
B. It resulted from the movement of the ocean floor D. Due to the shaking of the ground.
22. Which of the following are signs of volcanic eruption?
A. Increase in the frequency of volcanic quakes with rumbling sound.
B. A noticeable rise or fall of sea level.
C. Change in the atmospheric temperature.
D. The abrupt change in weather.

23. Which of the following characteristics of magma affects the explosiveness of volcanic eruption?
A. Viscosity B. Hardness C. Amount of gases dissolved D. Color

24. Why does a thick layer of volcanic ash, when heavy enough, cause roofs of building to collapse?
A. It cannot be blown by the winds.
B. It consists of tiny fragments of rocks that become heavy as they pile up.
C. It is solid and massive.
D. It becomes heavier as it cools.

25. Which of these is NOT a positive effect of volcanic eruption?

A. Increase mineral deposits C. Promotes tourism
B. Reduced visibility D. Contributes to soil fertility

26. Which of the following statements is the best thing to do before a volcanic eruption?
A. Wear protective gear – goggles, gas mask, long pants, and long sleeves.
B. Bring animals and livestock into closed shelters to protect them from breathing volcanic ash.
C. Have a family escape plan and avoid escaping to low-lying areas.
D. Avoid inhaling volcanic dust by covering your face with a wet towel.

27. Which of the following factors associated with huge volcanic eruptions may cause the decrease in
the Earth's average temperature for few years?
A. Lava Flow B. Acid Rain C. Volcanic Ash D. Magma formation

28. Which of these is NOT a primary factor that affects volcanic eruptive style?
A. Location of the volcano C. Amount of gases dissolved
B. The temperature of the magma D. The viscosity of the magma

29. How did the eruption of Mt. Pinatubo way back in 1991 affect the global average atmospheric
temperature for about two years?
A. It increases B. Global Warming C. It decreases. D. There was no significant effect

30. The following are the effects of volcanic eruption to living organisms EXCEPT ___________.
A. It can cause loss of lives and damage to properties.
B. It may bring health problems such as burns, suffocation, skin diseases, eye injuries, respiratory
problems, and even death.
C. It brings luck and fortune especially to treasure hunters for it bring out golds and other minerals.
D. It produces spectacular scenery that attracts tourists and fertile soils for farming.

PERFORMANCE TASK
Let’s check how prepared and knowledgeable are you with regards to preparing yourself and your family
from disaster like volcanic eruption. Complete the table below by filling in the activities done Before,
During and After volcanic eruption. Only 5 activities on each column.

BEFORE DURING AFTER

1. 1. 1.

2. 2. 2.

3. 3. 3.

4. 4. 4.

5. 5. 5.