Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION X - NORTHERN MINDANAO
DIVISION OF MALAYBALAY CITY
FIRST QUARTER EXAMINATION
GRADE 11 EARTH AND LIFE SCIENCE

Name: ____________________________ Date of Examination: ___________

Grade Level and Section: ____________ Score: ___________________
Directions: Read each question carefully and write the letter of the BEST answer in the space provided.
Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a separate sheet of paper.
_____1. What planet has an atmosphere’s composition of 77% Nitrogen, 21% Oxygen and 1% Argon
according to NASA’s findings on 2015?
A. Earth C. Mars
B. Jupiter D. Venus
_____2. Planets are classified according to size. The smaller ones are called the terrestrial, have solid
surfaces, dense and metallic core while the bigger ones are known as Jovian, and have
gaseous surfaces and core of lesser density. Which set of planets are classified as terrestrial?
A. Earth, Mars, Uranus, Neptune
B. Jupiter, Venus, Earth, Saturn
C. Mercury, Pluto, Saturn, Venus
D. Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars
_____3. What particular substance present in our planet that provides medium for different life processes to
occur?
A. Gases B. Rocks C. Minerals D. Water
_____4. Earth is most similar in mass and density to which solar system object?
A. Deimos B. Jupiter C. Mars D. Venus
_____5. Gravity is what holds the planets in orbit around the sun. Which in the given planets has the most
gravity?
A. Earth B. Mars C. Uranus D. Venus
_____6. When Earth is seen from outer space, it looks mainly blue. This is because most of the Earth is
covered with?
A. Desert C. Mountains
B. Ice D. Ocean
_____7. The ___________ is a mixture of gases that surrounds the planet.
A. Atmosphere C. Lithosphere
B. Exosphere D. Troposphere
_____8. Animals and plants needing water to survive show which two systems interacting?
A. Atmosphere and Biosphere C. Geosphere and Atmosphere
B. Biosphere and Hydrosphere D. Hydrosphere and Geosphere
_____9. These are bacteria that can tolerate extreme temperatures (41 to 122 0C) commonly associated
with hot springs and deep- sea hydrothermal vents.
A. Acidophilic C. Psychrophilic
B. Parasites D. Thermophiles
_____10. What are the factors that make a planet habitable?
A. Atmosphere C. Temperature
B. Energy and Nutrients D. All of the Above
_____11. Earth includes beach grasses, forms of life in the sea, on land, and even in the air. Which term
best describes the statement?
A. atmosphere C. geosphere
B. biosphere D. hydrosphere
_____12. Which system of the Earth is considered as the largest component of the Earth?
A. atmosphere C. geosphere
B. biosphere D. hydrosphere
_____13. Life is supported by oxygen and carbon dioxide. Which subsystem will best describe the
statement?
A. atmosphere C. geosphere
B. biosphere D. hydrosphere
_____14. Relationship between the complex communities of individual organism is seen in the different
systems of the Earth. What do you call the unit in nature?
A. ecosystem
B. complexity
C. ground
D. system
_____15. All of earth’s cycles and spheres are interconnected. Why is this so?
A. because they are interconnected
B. because Earth is where we live in
C. because Earth is the only living planet
D. because every organism has its own function in the Earth
_____16. What is an example of a connection between atmosphere and geosphere?
A. water
B. nitrogen
C. mountains
D. volcanic eruption release gas
_____17. Which among the choices is an example of a connection between atmosphere and hydrosphere?
A. lakes B. rain C. rivers D. rocks
_____18. From the given choices, which is an example of a connection between biosphere connecting to
atmosphere?
A. Animals eat plants.
B. Animals drink water.
C. Animals lie in caves.
D. Plants produce oxygen.
_____19. Among the choices, which clearly gives an example of connection between hydrosphere and
geosphere?
A. boats transporting goods
B. fish swimming in water
C. water evaporating to make clouds
D. waves eroding rocks on beach
_____20. All living things, including land and sea made up the Earth. Which term best described the
statement?
A. geosphere C. atmosphere
B. ozone layer D. biosphere
_____21. Pyrite is a yellowish mineral that looks like gold and is commonly called fool’s gold. What is the
property of mineral exhibited by pyrite wherein it reflects light and with metallic look?
A. Color B. Hardness C. Luster D. Streak
_____22. Quartz can break other than along planes of cleavage. What is the property of mineral that show
this characteristic?
A. Cleavage B. Fracture C. Hardness D. Tenacity
_____23. Some minerals like mica has surfaces with planes of weak bonds in the crystals. Thus, its
crystals can be peeled like layers of onion. What is the property exhibited by mica?
A. Cleavage B. Fracture C. Hardness D. Tenacity
_____24. Which property refers to the resistance of mineral to scratching?
A. Cleavage C. Hardness
B. Fracture D. Luster
_____25.What are the building blocks of rocks and it is mostly found in the geosphere?
A. minerals B. soil C. ore D. elements
_____26.In its powdered form, the mineral hematite is reddish. Which mineral
property is best described?
A. color C. Streak
B. luster D. hardness
_____27. Which is not a property that can be used to identify a mineral?
A. luster C. hardness
B. streak D. opaque
_____28. What is the property of mineral that reflects light on its surface?
A. Crystal structure C. streak
B. color D. luster
_____29. What is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid that has a definite crystalline structure and chemical
composition?
A. compound C. mineral
B. crystal D. rocks
_____30. During the 1800’s, miners can identify real gold from pyrite through biting the surface of the
mineral. If a bite mark is exhibited, then the said mineral is considered real gold. What property is
tested in this scenario?
A. cleavage C. hardness
B. luster D. streak color
_____31. Petrologist classifies rocks based on how they were formed. What is the branch that deals with
the study of rocks?
A. Biology C. Paleontology
B. Geology D. Petrology
_____32. Halite is made when a body of seawater becomes closed off and evaporates and salt precipitates
out and is deposited as crystallized halite. What type of sedimentary rock is formed?
A. Clastic C. Organic
B. Chemical D. Pyroclastic
_____33. Igneous rock is divided into two groups, extrusive and intrusive. Extrusive igneous rocks form
when magma makes its way to its surface as lava and the cools forming rocks. Which of the
following will be the characteristics of the crystals?
A. Crystals are coarse-grained. C. Crystals are very large.
B. Crystals are fine-grained. D. Crystals are phaneritic
_____34. Regional metamorphism occurs due to changes in pressure and temperature over a large region
of the crust. It may happen when rock is buried deep below the surface or where pieces of the
Earth’s crust collide. Which is a metamorphic rock?
A. Breccia C. Marble
B. Conglomerate D. Sandstone
_____35. Igneous and metamorphic rock can be buried and undergo tremendous heating and stress. What
is the process of transformation of one rock type into another?
A. Compaction C. Metamorphism
B. Lithification D. Weathering
_____36. What type of rocks are formed from sediments over long period of time?
A. Igneous Rocks C. Metamorphic Rocks
B. Sedimentary Rocks D. Minerals
_____37. This refers to a type of rock that was heated and compressed over time. Which best fits the
description?
A. Igneous C. Sedimentary
B. Metamorphic D. All of the above
_____38. What is the natural process that causes one kind of rock to change into another kind?
A. Weathering C. Sediments
B. Rock Cycle D. Metamorphism
_____39. A rock that forms when magma hardens beneath Earth’s surface is called an:
A. Intrusive metamorphic rock C. Intrusive igneous rock
B. Extrusive sedimentary rock D. Extrusive igneous rock
_____40. Which of the following is an example of an igneous rock?
A. Limestone C. Sandstone
B. Coal D. Granite
_____41. Which of the following demonstrates importance of minerals in construction?
A. Water is used in curing works that strengthen concrete.
B. Builders use wood materials like plywood in construction.
C. Concrete which contains minerals is used to lay down foundation in construction
D. All the above
_____42. How does society utilize quartz as one of the important minerals?
A. Medical practitioners use quartz in cancer diagnosis and treatment.
B. In agriculture, quartz is the most important components of fertilizer.
C. In constructions, engineers use glass made of quartz as window or wall panels.
D. In mining, quartz is used as cutting tool for other mineral extractions.
_____43. Why is Titanium an important mineral in medical industry?
A. It is non-allergenic metal which makes it suitable for prosthetics.
B. Its durability and weight make it an effective choice for surgical instruments.
C. Titanium’s biocompatibility makes it safe for dental implants.
D. All of the above
_____44. How does toothpaste help in fighting tooth decay?
A. It contains calcium which is the building blocks of strong teeth.
B. Calcium carbonate found in toothpaste helps in removing plaque and stains.
C. Its active ingredient, Fluoride, protects teeth from acids that are formed in the mouth.
D. Sodium in Sodium lauryl sulfate which is also found in toothpaste protects teeth from gum
disease.
_____45. In cosmetic products, colored mineral is very important. Which mineral is usually used for red
lipstick?
A. Aluminite C. Galena
B. Bauxite D. Hematite
_____46. Desert rose is very important in making cement because:
A. It contains mineral gypsum.
B. It contains mineral limestone.
C. It contains carbonates mineral.
D. All the above
_____47. Why is chromium an important mineral in structural manufacturing industry?
A. Compound of chromium is used in making pigments for paintings.
B. Chromium produces compound that is used in making plastics and textiles.
C. When mixed with iron, the alloy produced forms stainless steel that is resistant to rust.
D. All of the above
_____48. Zinc oxide is best barrier against ultraviolet rays. In which product is it most likely used?
A. Antifungal cream C. Swimming pool water
B. Lotion D. Textile making
_____49. Which of the following elemental mineral is used by nuclear plant to generate electricity?
A. Cobalt-200 C. Thorium-238
B. Neptunium-180 D. Uranium-235
_____50. Which of the following metals are mainly needed for aircraft components because they are light
and durable?
A. Aluminum C. Nickel
B. Chromium D. Steel

II. Essay: Answer the given question (10 points) Bonus.

How the convection current affects the movement of tectonic plates?

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