Learning Area: SCIENCE Grade Level: TEN Prepared by: Ephraim M. Villacrusis, Jefrey M. Nual, Villa-Michelle P.

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Direction: In the first column, write the competency that corresponds to your item question. In the ToS Code, write the code for the level of the Revised Bloom’s
Taxonomy and the Knowledge Domain as indicated in the ToS. For the table, write the code of SOLO and the points that corresponds to your item choice. Please
refer to the footnote for the coding and scoring.

Item No. 1
Competency: Describe the
distribution of active
volcanoes, earthquake
epicenters and major
mountain belt (S10ES-Ia-j-
36.1)

ToS Code:
ANALYZE - CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A P 1
B M 3
C R 4
D U 2

https://divediscover.whoi.edu/plate-tectonics/plate-boundaries/

Figure 1. World distribution of Active Volcanoes (orange) , World’s Mountain Ranges (green) and Major Earthquake Epicenters (red)

1. For Question no. 1, refer to the figure above. How are the earthquake epicenters, mountain ranges and
active volcanoes distributed based on the figures above?
a. The earthquake epicenters, mountain ranges and active volcanoes are evenly distributed in the earth’s
lithosphere.
b. The earthquake epicenters, mountain ranges and active volcanoes are randomly distributed.
c. The earthquake epicenters, mountain ranges and active volcanoes are located on the same areas
confirming the location of plate boundaries.
d. The earthquake epicenters, mountain ranges and active volcanoes are concentrated in the oceanic crusts.
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 2. By studying certain geologic patterns and records, scientists were able to realize that the earth’s lithosphere is
Item No. 2 divided into several plates. Which of the following allowed scientists to understand that the crust is composed of
Competency: Infer the several lithospheric plates?
relationship of tectonic a. The distribution of major mountain belts, the fossil records, and the location of major earthquake
plates, earthquake epicenters
epicenters and active b. The distribution of major mountain belts, the distribution of active volcanoes and the location of major
volcanoes (S10ES-Ia-j-36.2) earthquake epicenters.
c. The distribution of major mountain belts, the distribution of active volcanoes and the thickness of the
ToS Code: types of crusts.
APPLY - CONCEPTUAL d. The distribution of major mountain belts, the fossil records, and the location of hotspot volcanoes.
Choice SOLO Points
code
A U 2
B R 4
C U 2
D P 1

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 3. Your family is preparing for an emergency after the announcement from PHILVOCS about the possible
Item No. 3 occurrence of an earthquake. How will you arrange the following activities to be observed by each
Competency: Explain the member of the family in the event of an earthquake?
different processes that occur
along the plate boundaries
1. Secure important documents
(S10ES-Ia-j-36.3)
2. Discuss exits and evacuation route
ToS Code: 3. Plan for the designated meeting place
APPLY- PROCEDURAL 4. Prepare the survival, health, and emergency kits
Choice SOLO Points
code a. 1, 3, 2, 4
A M 3 b. 4, 3, 2, 1
B R 4 c. 2, 4, 3, 1
C U 2
d. 4, 3, 1, 2
D M 3

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Item No. 4 4. Which of the following statement statements BEST describe the figure bellow?
Competency: Describe the
possible causes of plate
movement (S10ES-Ia-j-36.5)

ToS Code:
ANALYZE- CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A M 3
B M 3
C M 3
D R 4
a. The two crusts are oceanic and continental crust.
b. The oceanic is denser than the continental plate.
c. The oceanic crust moves and converges toward the continental plate.
d. The denser oceanic plate subducts beneath the continental plate causes melting within the mantle above
the plate.

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Item No. 5

Competency: Enumerate the

lines of evidence that support
plate movement. (S10ES-Ia-j-36.6)

ToS Code:
ANALYZE -METACOGNITIVE
Choice SOLO Points
code
A R 4
B U 2
C P 0
D P 1

I. Complementary coastline
II. Direction of Plate movement
III. Similarity of fossils
IV. Arrangement of magnetic rocks

a. I and II only
b. II and III only
c. III and IV only
d. I, II and IV only
5. You are studying the
figure below which shows
part of the lithospheric
plates. Which of the
following can you infer
about plate movement?

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Item No. 6 6. Which of the following statements about short and long wavelengths electromagnetic waves is true?

Competency: Compare the a. short wavelengths electromagnetic waves travel as fast as radiation of long wavelengths.
relative wavelengths of b. short wavelengths electromagnetic waves travel slower than radiation of long wavelengths.
different forms of c. short wavelengths electromagnetic waves travel faster than radiation of long wavelengths.
electromagnetic waves. (S10- d. short wavelengths electromagnetic waves can travel both faster and slower than radiation of long wavelengths.
FE-IIa-b47)
ToS Code:
REMEMBER-FACTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A R 3
B P 0
C P 0
D P 0

Item No. 7
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 7. Which of the following statements correctly identifies the applications of electromagnetic waves?
Competency: Cite examples of I. Infrared waves emitted by the surface of our skin are detected by thermal scanners
practical applications of the II. Ultraviolet rays are used in sanitizing medical equipment and drinking water fountains
different regions of EM III. Radio waves are used in radiotherapy, a procedure for destroying cancer cells.
waves, such as the use of IV. Microwave signals are used in terrestrial and satellite communication.
radio waves in
telecommunications (S10-FE- a. I and II only
IIc-d-48) b. I, II and III only
c. I, II and IV only
ToS Code: d. II, III and IV only
APPLY- CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A M 3
B U 2
C R 4
D U 2

Item No. 8
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Competency: Predict the front of a concave mirror. Which of the following set of characteristics correctly describes the image that will be
qualitative characteristics formed based on the location of the object and type of curved mirror used?
(orientation, type, and
magnification) of images
formed by plane and curved a. upright, enlarged, and real
mirrors and lenses. (S10-FE-
b. inverted, enlarged, and real
Iig-50)
c. upright, reduced, and virtual
d. inverted, enlarged, and virtual
ToS Code:
ANALYZE - CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A U 2
B R 4
C P 1
D U 2

8. The diagram below shows Item No. 9

an object labelled as A in
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Competency: Identify ways in about them and found out that side mirrors are convex mirrors. It helps the driver see the areas behind as well as
which the properties of the sides of the vehicle. Which of the following is the reason why convex mirrors are best suited as side mirrors?
mirrors and lenses determine
their use in optical a. Convex mirrors are curved outward
instruments (e.g., cameras b. Convex mirrors provide a wider field of view as they are curved outwards.
and binoculars) (S10-FE-Iih- c. Convex mirrors lessen blind spots because they provide drivers with a good overview of their
52) surroundings.
d. Convex mirrors provide smaller and upright images therefore providing a wider field of view of the cars
ToS Code: behind.
ANALYZE - METACOGNITIVE
Choice SOLO Points
code
A P 1
B U 2
C M 3
D R 4

Item No. 10
Competency: Explain the operation of a simple electric motor and generator. (S10FE-IIj-54)
9. Michelle is fascinated with
side mirrors. She researched
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EVALUATE- PROCEDURAL each of the given steps. Which is the correct order of events that satisfies the working principle of a simple
Choice SOLO Points electric motor?
code
A U 2
B P 1
C M 3
D R 5

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I. Electrons flow between a loop of wire between two magnets when the source is turned on.
II. The rotation of the loops causes the axle of the motor to turn.
III. When the direction of current flow is perpendicular to the magnetic field, a force is exerted on the
wire.
IV. Since the wire is on loop, the force on each side is opposite, causing the loop to rotate.

a. I-II-III-IV
b. II-III-IV-I
c. I-III-II-IV
d. I-III-IV-II
10. An electric motor is a
device used to convert
electrical energy to
mechanical energy. Refer to
the image of a simple electric
motor below and evaluate

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Competency: Describe the
feedback mechanisms involved
in regulating processes in the
female reproductive system
(e.g., menstrual cycle) (S10LT-
lllc-35)

ToS Code:
ANALYZE -CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A U 1
B P 2
C M 3
D R 4

Which hormonal change influences the start of menstruation?

a. increase in the production of FSH and LH
b. increase secretion of estrogen
c. increase secretion in Progesterone
11. The figure below shows
d. drop in the estrogen and progesterone level.
the levels of hormones and
events during the
reproductive cycle of the
human female. Which
hormonal change influences
the start of menstruation?

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 the figure below showing the amino acids and their
codons.
Item No. 12
Competency: Explain how
protein is made using
information from DNA (S10LT-
llld-37)

ToS Code:
EVALUATE-CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A M 3
B R 5
C U 2
D P 1

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12. The leading strands sequence of the DNA for the short polypeptide chain is TACTTCAAACCGCGTACT.
What would be the amino acids produced?
a. Met- Lys- Phe- Ala – Stop Codon
b. Start- Lys- Phe- Ala – Stop Codon
c. Start- Tyr- Phe- Lys- Pro- Arg- Thr- Stop Codon
d. Try- Phe- Lys- Pro-Arg- Thr
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 e figure below shows the dictionary of genetic
codes.

Item No. 13
Competency: Explain how
mutations may cause changes
in the structure and function of
a protein (S10LT-llle-38)

ToS Code:
EVALUATE-CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A P 1
B R 5
C U 2
D M 3

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13. Mutations refers to any change in the nucleotide sequence of DNA. A geneticist extracted a sequence of
mRNA from a normal organism before it is exposed to mutagenic chemicals with unknown origin. Which type of
mutation had no effect on the polypeptide coded by a gene?
Normal mRNA – AUG-UUU-GGC- AAG – CGU-UGA

a. AUG-UUU-UAU-GGC-AAG-CGU-UGA
b. AUG-UUU-UUC-GGC-AAG-CGU-UGA
c. AUG-UUU-UU-GGC-AAG-CGU – UGA
d. AUG – UUU- UUCG-AAG-CGU – UGA

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Item No. 14
Competency: Explain how
fossil records, comparative
anatomy, and genetic
information provide evidence
for evolution (S10LT-lllf-39)
14. Having examined some of the evidence that support evolution, how does the concept of homology relate to
the comparison of protein from the different species?
a. Proteins are gene products; thus similar amino acids reflect hereditary connections between species
b. Proteins shows similarity between different species with common ancestors
c. Proteins of different species affects the anatomical similarities.
d. Differences in anatomical structures of species are affected with environmental changes

ToS Code:
APPLY-CONCEPTUAL
Choice SOLO Points
code
A R 4
B M 3
C U 2
D P 1

Item No. 15
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Competency: Explain the
relationship between
population growth and carrying
capacity (S10LT-llli-42)

ToS Code:
EVALUATE - METACOGNITIVE
Choice SOLO Points
code Source:
A R 5 http://web.fscj.edu/David.Byres/1005anotes/ch13notes.html

B M 3
C U 2 In untouched environments where there are limited disturbances, what will happen when population overshoots
D P 1 the carrying capacity?

a. c.

b. d.

15. The image below shows

Item No. 16
the general idea of carrying
Competency: Recognize the major categories of biomolecules such as carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids S10MT-IVc-d-
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 RNA are the general classifications of nucleic acids. Which of the following statements about nucleic acids is
ToS Code: NOT true?
REMEMBER- FACTUAL a. They are composed of nucleotide chains.
Choice SOLO Points b. They are the building blocks of living organisms.
code c. They transfer genetic information from one generation to the nest.
A U 1 d. They are molecules made from aldehydes and ketones containing numerous hydroxyl groups.
B U 1
C U 1
D M 2

16. Nucleic acids are

biomolecules. DNA and

Item No. 17
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Competency: Recognize the
major categories of biomolecules
such as carbohydrates, lipids,
proteins, and nucleic acids S10MT-
IVc-d-22
doesn’t have time to exercise and cook his own food. One day, he felt a massive pain on his chest. He went to his
doctor for a checkup, and they discuss the results of his laboratory tests.  Based on the findings, his “bad”
triglycerides and cholesterol levels are very high. To prevent from developing a heart disease, the doctor advised
him to change his diet and lifestyle. Given his new health news, which would be the best meal for Mr. Nual to eat
for dinner?

ToS Code: a. Steak, potatoes, veggies, water, and chocolate cake

APPLY- METACOGNITIVE b. Whole wheat pasta tossed in olive oil with veggies and tofu
Choice SOLO Points c. A cheeseburger, Vegetable salad, and chocolate ice cream sundae 
code d. Whole wheat pasta in a butter cream sauce with veggies and tofu
A M 3
B R 4
C U 2
D M 3

17. Mr.  Nual, a 46-year-old

hardworking person, that Item No. 18
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Competency: Apply the physical transformation. Which of the following demonstrates the law of conservation of mass in a chemical
principles of conservation of reaction?
mass to chemical reactions a. Atoms turn into other atoms.
S10MT-IVe-g-23 b. Atoms are created but not destroyed.
c. Atoms are destroyed but not created.
ToS Code: d. Atoms only rearrange to form new compound.   
REMEMBER- FACTUAL

Choice SOLO Points

code
A U 1
B U 1
C U 1
D M 2

18. Law of conservation of

mass states that mass in a
Item No. 19
closed container is neither
created nor destroyed by Competency: Apply the principles of conservation of mass to chemical reactions S10MT-IVe-g-23
chemical reactions or
ToS Code:
ANALYZE - PROCEDURAL

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D M 3
 a. 1, 2, 1, 2
b. 1, 1, 2, 1
c. 2, 2, 1, 1
d. 1, 2, 1, 1

19. Methane is a major

component of natural gas.
When methane decomposes,
it produces carbon dioxide
and water. Below is the
chemical equation of the Item No. 20
decomposition of methane. Competency: Explain how the factors affecting rates of chemical reaction are applied in food preservation and materials
Which of the following show production, control of fire and corrosion. S10MT-IVh-j-24
the coefficients to balance
this equation? ToS Code:
CREATE- PROCEDURAL
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O2(g) code
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C R 5
D M 3

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1. Different conversion levels take place in each pass where unreacted gases are recycled.
2. Iron is used as a catalyst in this process, and the complete procedure is conducted by maintaining a pressure
of 150 – 200 atm and a temperature ranging from 400 – 450⁰C.
3. The ammonia gas is cooled down to form a liquid solution.
4. We obtain the nitrogen gas from the air and it combines with the hydrogen atom obtained from natural gas in
20. The Haber Process is a
a 1:3 ratio by volume.
chemical procedure that
takes nitrogen from the air 5. These gases are passed via 4 beds of catalyst, where the cooling takes place in each pass.
and combines it with 6. This process also involves steps such as carbon dioxide removal, shift conversion, methanation, and
hydrogen to produce steam reforming.
ammonia. This is known to
be the base of synthetic a. 4, 1, 2, 5, 6, 3
nitrogen fertilizers. In this b. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
process a metal catalyst is c. 4, 5, 1, 2, 6, 3
used, and high temperature d. 5, 4, 1, 2, 6, 3
and pressure are maintained.
Based on the diagram below,
rearrange the statements to
show the correct process.

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