Primary 6 – First Term Examination for Basic Science and Technology Questions and Answers

PRIMARY 6 – FIRST TERM EXAMINATION FOR BASIC SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS 

SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS 

INSTRUCTION – Select the correct answer for each question. 

1. Which one is a characteristic of living things?

A. They do not grow  B. They do not move  C. They reproduce  D. They do not breathe

2. Which of the following is non-living?

A. A plant  B. A fish  C. A rock  D. A bird

3. What is the main organ of the human circulatory system?

A. Lungs  B. Heart  C. Kidney  D. Brain

4. Which blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?

A. Veins  B. Arteries  C. Capillaries  D. Lymph vessels

5. Which of these is a commonly abused drug?

A. Penicillin  B. Herbal tea  C. Tobacco / Nicotine  D. Water

6. What is puberty?

A. Being 5 years old  B. Change from child to adult  C. Sleeping 12 hours a day  D. Climbing trees

7. The respiratory system includes all EXCEPT:

A. Trachea  B. Lungs  C. Heart  D. Diaphragm

8. Which system in the human body is responsible for exchanging gases?

A. Digestive  B. Circulatory  C. Respiratory  D. Excretory

9. Which of the following is a living thing?

A. Pen  B. Dog  C. Car  D. Stone

10. Which of these is a non-living thing?

A. Tree  B. Fish  C. Bicycle  D. Flower

11. Which of the following is a function of the heart?

A. Produces food  B. Pumps blood  C. Digests food  D. Filters urine

12. Which group of items are the main parts of the circulatory system?

A. Heart, bones, skin  B. Heart, blood, blood vessels  C. Brain, nerves, muscles  D. Lungs, bronchi, alveoli

13. A fertiliser is used to:

A. Reduce crop yield  B. Kill plants  C. Improve soil for crops  D. Stop photosynthesis

14. What is one benefit of growing crops with compost?

A. It reduces soil fertility  B. It helps soil retain nutrients  C. It kills all plants  D. It uses harmful chemicals

15. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of living things?

A. Movement  B. Reproduction  C. Growth  D. Rusting

16. Blood vessels that carry blood to the heart are called:

A. Veins  B. Arteries  C. Capillaries  D. Tubes

17. Which of these is a synthetic drug?

A. Plant-derived herb  B. Water  C. Manufactured pharmaceutical  D. Soil

18. Which organ system is mainly responsible for reproduction?

A. Circulatory  B. Respiratory  C. Reproductive  D. Excretory

19. What happens during puberty?

A. A child becomes smaller  B. Adult body changes begin  C. Bones dissolve  D. Nothing changes

20. Which of the following correctly shows a non-living thing with living things around it?

A. Rock next to tree and bird  B. Fish and seaweed only  C. Tree and bird only  D. Tree next to soil only

 

SECTION B: THEORY / STRUCTURED QUESTIONS (50 marks)

INSTRUCTION – Answer all questions showing examples or diagrams where necessary.

Question 1 

a. Define “living things” and “non-living things”. (2 marks)

b. List five characteristics of living things. (5 marks)

c. Give three examples of non-living things and state why they are classified as non-living. (3 marks)

 

Question 2 

a. Name the major parts of the circulatory system. (3 marks)

b. Explain the functions of each of these parts. (4 marks)

c. Why is the circulatory system important for humans? (3 marks)

 

Question 3 

a. What is a fertiliser? Distinguish between compost fertiliser and chemical fertiliser. (4 marks)

b. Explain two conditions necessary for good crop growth. (2 marks)

c. State two benefits of using compost in agriculture. (2 marks)

d. Give two negative effects of abusing fertiliser or using it incorrectly. (2 marks)

 

Question 4 

a. Define “drug abuse”. (2 marks)

b. List three commonly abused drugs or substances. (3 marks)

c. Describe two effects of drug abuse on the individual and two effects on society. (4 marks)

d. Suggest one measure to prevent drug abuse among pupils. (1 mark)

 

Question 5 

a. Explain what “puberty” means. (2 marks)

b. List three physical changes in males and three physical changes in females during puberty. (6 marks)

c. Why is it important for young people to understand the changes of puberty? (2 marks)

 

ANSWER KEY / MARKING GUIDE

Section A (MCQ) – Sample Answers

1. C 2. C 3. B 4. B 5. C 6. B 7. C 8. C 9. B 10. C 11. B 12. B 13. C 14. B 15. D 16. A 17. C 18. C 19. B 20. A

 

Section B (Theory) – Suggested Answers

QUESTION 1 

a. Living things are organisms that grow, reproduce, respond to environment. While non-living things are things that do not grow, reproduce or respond.

b. Characteristics of living things:

I. growth

II. movement

III. reproduction

IV. respiration

V. nutrition (five needed).

c. Non-living examples:

I. rock

II. chair

III. water (state reason: e.g. no growth, no reproduction, no respiration).

 

QUESTION 2

a. Major parts:

I. heart

II. blood

III. blood vessels (veins, arteries, capillaries).

b. Functions:

I. heart pumps blood

II. blood carries oxygen & nutrients

III. vessels transport to/from cells.

c. Importance:

I. delivers oxygen & nutrients

II. removes wastes

III. supports life.

 

QUESTION 3

a. Fertiliser is a substance added to soil to help plants grow.

I. compost is an organic fertiliser.

II. chemical is a manufactured chemicals fertiliser.

b. Conditions for growth: adequate water, sunlight, good soil fertility/texture, proper spacing etc (choose two).

c. Benefits of compost:

I. improves soil structure

II. adds organic matter

III. reduces need for chemicals.

d. Negative effects of misuse:

I. soil pollution

II. water contamination

III. plant damage.

 

QUESTION 4

a. Drug Abuse is using drugs in harmful or non-medical way.

b. Commonly abused: tobacco/nicotine, alcohol (if covered), cannabis, prescription misuse, etc.

c. Effects

on individual:

I. health problems

II. addiction

on society

I. crime

II. family breakdown

d. Preventive measure:

I. education

II. counselling

III. peer support, etc.

 

QUESTION 5

a. Puberty is a period when a child’s body changes towards adulthood.

b. Changes in males:

I. voice deepens

II. facial hair

III. pènis & testes grow etc.

In females:

I. brèasts develop

II. mènstruation begins

III. hïps widen, etc.

c. Importance: helps young people understand changes, reduce fear, ensure healthy choices.