ALTERNATIVE LEARNING SYSTEM

Division Achievement Test

Learning Strand 2 - Scientific and Critical Thinking Skills
Junior High School Level

1. Jose observed that his mongo seeds are shorter in height compared to the ones
planted by his classmates. What have caused the difference in terms of the
height
of the mongo seeds they have planted for their individual project?
A. amount of sunlight and water C. air
B. fertility of soil D. all of the above

2. Your teacher gave you a homework on writing an inspirational story of someone in

your community. Which is the best method needed to gather data?
A. using of pictures and video clips
B. through an interview and asking questions
C. using survey questionnaires
D. focus group discussion

3. What is the possible hypothesis of: Why do learners drop from school?
A. to earn for a living and help the family
B. to stay at home and relax
C. to play online games at a computer shop
D. tired of studying.

4. It is designed to test whether the hypothesis is acceptable or not and it is also

composed of procedural test that needs to be followed logically, to obtain a
reliable
and accurate results or findings.
A. collection of data C. hypothesis
B. experiment D. conclusion

5. In recording data, measuring the height of plants can be expressed in:

A. Celsius (C˚) C. milliliter (mL)
B. centimeter (cm) D. °F (Fahrenheit)

6. Which of the following is a conclusion?

A. Why do mongo plants differ in height?
B. set up 1: 0.74cm, green leaves
C. the type of soil has affected the height of the okra plants planted by Jose.
Loam
soil produced the tallest mongo plants compared to those which were planted
in sandy soil and clay soil. The hypothesis is accepted due to this empirical
evidence.
D. the type of soil used had greatly affected the height of the mongo seeds.
7. Imagine you are confronted with a situation where your actions could impact
others.
In such moments, which approach do you believe would contribute most to
personal growth and the well-being of those around you?
A. Putting yourself first and focusing on what benefits you immediately.
B. Considering the feelings and needs of others, even if it means making
sacrifices.
C. Following societal norms and expectations without question.
D. Making decisions solely based on your emotions, without considering the
consequences.

8. The following are positive effects of technologies to your life except:

A. if you are lost in an area, using GPS leads you to your destination.
B. the use of Google in doing research saves more time than reading books in the
library.
C. using Facebook messenger allows you to communicate to your family and
friends.
D. decreased face-to-face interactions, hindering the development of social skills
and interpersonal relationships

9. The following are situation where resources are being used sustainably except:
A. wasting of water when taking a bath
B. using of solar panels at home
C. watering the plants using the water used in washing the dishes
D. taking a walk going to a nearby store

10. These are some healthful habits in taking care of our nervous system:
I. Worry too much about everything.
II. Sleep regularly and maintain 7-8 hours of sleep every night.
III. Eat regularly with balanced meals.
IV. Refrain from smoking and from drinking strong alcoholic beverages.
A. I and II are correct. C. II, III, IV are correct.
B. II and IV are incorrect. D. I and IV are incorrect.

11. Which of the following is not an injury of the musculoskeletal system?

A. osteoporosis C. fracture
B. strain D. tetanus

12. It is characterized by a fever, sore throat, and runny nose.

A. asthma C. tuberculosis
B. cough and colds D. pneumonia

13. It can be caused by bacterial infection and lifestyle habits involving alcohol
consumption. Eating large meals or lying down right after a meal.
A. gastritis
B. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
C. ulcer
D. Gastroenteritis (Stomach flu)

14. The following are excretory hygiene, sanitation, and health habits, except:
 A. drinking 8 glasses of water a day
B. avoiding alcohol and drugs
C. eating salty peanuts, canned goods, and pizza
D. sanitizing self and surroundings

15. It refers to the condition of the blood containing a few red blood cells lower than
the normal.
A. anemia C. varicose veins
B. hypertension D. Angina Pectoris

16. It is the primary male sex organ for reproduction.

A. prostate gland C. scrotum
B. testicles (testes) D. penis

17. It is a pear-shaped muscular organ where implantation of the fertilized egg takes
place. It develops and nourishes the fetus.
A. fallopian tube C. uterus/womb
B. cervix D. vagina

18. It is a process when boys’ voice gets deeper, and girls’ menstruation starts.
A. puberty C. aging
B. reproduction D. youth

19. Identify the reproductive system ailment being described:

Cause: hereditary family history, increasing age, underlying personal history
of
cancer, infertility
Symptoms: bloating, pelvic /abdominal pain, eating disorder/always feeling
full,
frequent urination
Prevention: staying a healthy weight, avoid taking hormone replacement
therapy, avoid risk factors
Curative Measure: surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy
A. ovarian cancer C. myoma
B. tumor D. cancer of the uterus

20. It is the oldest and simplest way of preserving food by drying fish, meat, fruits
and
vegetables under the heat of the sun and the help of the wind. This method
allows
water to be removed, thus bacteria cannot contaminate the food which may lead
to food spoilage.
A. pasteurization C. freezing
B. drying D. canning

21. Antibiotics are effective medications for

A. fungi C. bacterial infection
B. viral infection D. protozoa

22. Which of the following are energy-giving foods?

 A. go foods C. glow foods
B. grow foods D. none of the above

23. The easiest and cheapest way in purifying water that requires heat.
A. Boiling of water C. Filtering
B. Chlorination D. None of the above

24. The following are effects of prohibited drugs except

A. Weaken immune system C. Increased employment.
B. Brain damage D. Broken family

25. Which step is a fundamental part of the scientific procedure in agriculture?

A. Applying traditional farming methods without experimentation.
B. Conducting field trials to test new agricultural techniques.
C. Relying solely on anecdotal evidence from farmers.
D. Ignoring data collection and analysis.

26. Which agricultural practice helps in soil conservation and fertility management?
A. Using the same crop in consecutive seasons.
B. Implementing crop rotation.
C. Employing monoculture farming exclusively.
D. Ignoring soil erosion prevention techniques.

27. Which method of agriculture involves growing plants without soil?

A. Traditional farming C. Aeroponics
B. Hydroponics D. Aquaponics

28. It is a natural or industrially produced minerals and nutrients that served as

supplements to the soil and are essential in the cultivation and growth of plants.
A. Pesticides C. Fertilizer
B. Water D. Chemicals
29. It is the process by which plants produce their own food in the form of glucose
with
oxygen as another by product.
A. Respiration C. Reactants
B. Products D. Photosynthesis

30. What is the term used to describe the process by which plants convert glucose
and oxygen to carbon dioxide and water?
A. Photosynthesis C. Solar energy
B. Respiration D. Chemical energy

31. Which is true about the following sentence?

A. Water and oxygen are the products of respiration while glucose and carbon
dioxides are the product of photosynthesis.
B. Water and oxygen are the products of photosynthesis while glucose and
carbon
dioxides are the product of respiration.
C. Respiration involves the release of energy while photosynthesis involves the
absorption of energy.
 D. Respiration involves the absorption of energy while photosynthesis involves
the release of energy.

32. Which of the following orders of taxonomic hierarchy is correct?

A. Domain > Kingdom > Phylum > Class > Order > Family > Genus >
Species
B. Kingdom > Phylum > Domain > Class > Order > Family > Genus >
Species
C. Domain > Class > Order > Family > Kingdom > Phylum > Genus >
Species
D. Domain > Kingdom > Phylum > Order > Class > Family > Genus >
Species
33. What is the term for organisms that cannot be seen by the naked eye?
A. Bacteria C. Fungi
B. Virus D. Microorganisms

34. The following statements are true, EXCEPT:

A. Animals on earth can be classified as vertebrates and invertebrates.
B. Animals on earth cannot be classifies as vertebrates and invertebrates.
C. Vertebrates are animals that have the presence of backbone.
D. An invertebrate is any animal that do not have the presence of backbone.

35.What distinguishes asexual from sexual reproduction?

A. In asexual reproduction, only one parent is needed, while in sexual
reproduction, it involves male and female sex cells or gametes.
B. In sexual reproduction, only one parent is needed, while in asexual
reproduction, it involves male and female sex cells or gametes.
C. In sexual reproduction the offspring are just the same or identical with its
parents.
D. Asexual reproduction is made possible through the seeds.
36. Which of the following orders of mitosis is correct?
A. Interphase > Prometaphase > Metaphase > Prophase > Anaphase >
Telophase > Cytokinesis
B. Interphase > Prophase > Prometaphase > Telophase > Cytokinesis >
Metaphase > Anaphase
C. Prometaphase > Metaphase > Anaphase > Interphase > Prophase >
Telophase > Cytokinesis
D. Interphase > Prophase > Prometaphase > Metaphase > Anaphase >
Telophase > Cytokinesis
37. The following statements are true about meiosis, EXCEPT:
A. Meiosis leads to the formation of the sperm and egg cell.
B. Humans contain 2 pairs of chromosomes.
C. Crossing-over occurs during prophase II of meiosis.
D. Meiosis produces genetic variability.

38. What will happen to the organisms whose traits are not adaptable to changing
 environment?
A. Extinct C. Prone to competition
B. Endangered D. Continue to pass on traits

39. Which of the following examples of ecological relationship is NOT true?

A. Carabao and crow – commensalism
B. Cat and lizard – competition
C. Trees and insects – mutualism
D. Dogs and ticks/fleas – parasitism

40. It pertains to a variety of organisms living in different ecosystems.

A. Ecosystem diversity C. Biodiversity
B. Genetic diversity D. Species diversity