Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGION III-CENTRAL LUZON
Matalino St., D.M. Government Center, Maimpis, City of San
Fernando (P)
REGIONAL ACHIEVEMENT TEST IN SCIENCE 5
SY 2023-2024
Name: ________________________________________ Score: ______
Grade / Section: ______________________________ Date: _______
Directions: Read each item carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer
on your answer sheet.
1. When is a material harmful?
A. when the material can be used in cooking
B. when the material can be used many times
C. when the material gives other uses aside from its purpose
D. when the material brings danger to people and the
environment
2. Which of the following activities is harmful?
A. Recycling plastic bottles into flowerpots.
B. Making old newspapers into flower vases.
C. Broken glasses will be used for cutting paper.
D. Placing biodegradable waste in a compost pit.
3. What will you do to effectively segregate, handle, and dispose of both
useful and harmful materials at home?
A. Throw both materials in the river.
B. Practice proper waste management.
C. Put both useful and harmful materials in a box.
D. Stock the useful and harmful materials in the garage.
4. What can farmers do to make sure they are using pesticides properly and
safely?
A. Stop using pesticides altogether.
B. Use as much pesticide as possible.
C. Dump leftover pesticides in the nearest river.
D. Read and follow the instructions on the pesticide label.
5. What is the process in which a material reacts with oxygen to produce
heat and light?
A. Combustion C. Evaporation
B. Condensation D. Melting
6. How does boiling affect an egg?
A. The egg becomes soft
B. The egg changes in size.
C. The eggshell becomes harder.
D. The egg white and yolk harden.
7. How can you prevent the color change that happens when peeling
potatoes?
A. Leave the peeled potatoes in open air.
B. Rinse the peeled potatoes with cold water.
C. Peel the potatoes faster to minimize color change.
D. Soak the peeled potatoes in a bowl full of water.
8. Mario observes rust on metallic materials while helping his father
segregate household wastes. What can he do to prevent other materials
from rusting?
A. Keep the materials dry.
B. Wash the materials with water only.
C. Ignore the rust and continue segregating.
D. Dispose the rusty materials in the regular bin.
9. What part of the female reproductive organ is located at the lower part of
the uterus?
A. Cervix C. Ovary
B. Fallopian tube D. Uterus
10. Which does NOT promote a healthy reproductive system?
A. Enough sleep
B. Regular Medical Check-Ups
C. Regular exercise and a balanced diet
D. Watching TV for several hours every day.
11. What happens during phase 1 of the menstrual cycle?
A. The uterine lining is enlarged.
B. The uterine lining undergoes repair.
C. The uterine lining grows and thickens.
D. The uterine lining breaks down and bleeding results.
12. What phase of the menstrual cycle does the body go to when the uterus
does not receive a fertilized egg during the pre-menstruation phase?
A. Menstruation Phase is where the uterine lining is shed.
B. Ovulation Phase is where an egg is released from the ovary.
C. Follicular Phase is where follicles in the ovary mature in
preparation for ovulation.
D. Luteal Phase is where the uterine lining thickens in
preparation for implantation.
13. What process is involved when the sperm cells and egg cells unite?
A. Fertilization C. Reproduction
B. Ovulation D. Zygote formation
14. Which statement BEST describes reproduction when a cat gives birth?
A. the ability of an organism to produce food
B. the ability of an organism to produce a new life
C. the ability of an organism to produce the opposite like
D. the ability of an organism to decrease the production of a new
organism
15. What is the process of transferring pollen grains from the anther of a
flower to the stigma of another flower?
A. fragmentation C. spore formation
B. pollination D. vegetation
16. Flowers enhance the surroundings with colorful petals. What is the
primary purpose of petals in a flower?
A. Storing water
B. Producing oxygen
C. Attracting insects
D. Anchoring the plant to the ground
17. Bryan has a Santan plant in his backyard. He wants to grow more
Santan plants. He wonders how the Santan plant reproduces since it
has no seeds. What information will you give to Bryan?
A. Santan plants reproduce by cutting and planting the stem.
B. Santan plants reproduce by direct planting of leaves.
C. Santan plants reproduce by planting their flowers.
D. Santan plants reproduce by planting their roots.
18. A bee sips some nectar from a flower. While doing so, it touches the
stamen. The bee then transfers to another flower and comes into
contact with its pistil. What process of reproduction is observed?
A. Pollination and fertilization
B. Germination and pollination
C. Plant growth and fertilization
D. Seed dispersal and germination
19. During a shoreline walk, students witness the crabs crossing the tide
pools and algae moving with the tides. Which statement correctly shows
the relationship among the crabs, algae, and their environment?
A. Algae controls the movements of crabs.
B. Tides are solely influenced by non-living factors.
C. Crabs and algae interact as part of the ecosystem.
D. The tide pools have no impact on the crabs' behavior.
20. How do living organisms in an estuary depend on non-living things like
water?
A. Living organisms use water as a source of energy.
B. Living organisms in estuaries do not need water to survive.
C. Living organisms do not require water for survival and
reproduction.
D. Living organisms live in water and carry nutrients for them to
survive.
21. As a learner, how can you protect and conserve estuaries and
intertidal zones?
A. Dump your trash everywhere.
B. Dispose plastic materials in the canals.
C. Use chemicals like pesticides and insecticides.
D. Practice the 5Rs of waste management and disposal.
22. Which term describes the movement of an object when it changes its
position over time?
A. Acceleration C. Force
B. Distance D. Motion
23. A student wants to measure the distance of her classroom from the
gate. What is the most appropriate scientific unit of measure should she
use?
A. gram C. millimeter
B. meter D. liter
24. A migratory bird flies towards North Luzon at 10 meters for 8 seconds.
What is the speed of the bird?
A. 0.8 m/s C. 12.5 m/s
B. 1.25 m/s D. 18 m/s
25. Lorna rides her bike for 1.5 hours and covers 15 km. What is her speed
in km/h?
A. 0.10 C. 10
B. 1.0 D. 22.5
26. Which of the following materials is a good conductor of heat and
electricity?
A. Copper C. Rubber
B. Plastic D. Wood
27. Why do ductile materials like copper, aluminum, and gold good
conductors of heat and electricity?
A. because they are made of wood
B. because they are made of glass
C. because they are made of metal
D. because they are made of plastic
28. During a class experiment, JR noticed that the metal rod quickly
became warm when placed over a flame, demonstrating its ability to
conduct heat. Why did the metal rod become warm quickly when placed
over a flame?
A. Metal absorbs heat slowly.
B. Metal reflects heat effectively.
C. Metal is a good conductor of heat.
D. Metal is a poor conductor of heat.
29. In a science experiment, Mark observed that a mirror made of reflective
glass effectively bounces back light, brightening the room. Why is this
so?
A. The mirror emits light.
B. The mirror absorbs light.
C. The mirror refracts light.
D. The mirror reflects and redirects light.
30. Jason wears dark-tinted eyeglasses, and he observed that there was
decrease in brightness, which gave him a feeling of comfort for his eyes.
What could be the reason for this effect?
A. The sunglasses reflect sunlight
B. The sunglasses absorb sunlight
C. The sunglasses refract sunlight
D. The sunglasses block sunlight
31. During a rainy day, Emma noticed that the raincoat made of waterproof
material prevented water from passing through, keeping her dry. Why
did the raincoat made of waterproof material keep Emma dry during the
rainy day?
A. Waterproof material reflects water away.
B. Waterproof material absorbs water effectively.
C. Waterproof material blocks the transmission of water.
D. Waterproof material allows water to pass through easily.
32. Which statement is true about the figure below?
A. The light bulb will light up because the circuit is broken.
B. The light bulb will light up because the circuit is complete.
C. The light bulb will not light up because the circuit is broken.
D. The light bulb will not light up because the circuit is complete.
33. The diagram shows a series circuit with three light
bulbs. How many of the bulbs will remain lit if the
wire is cut at the point shown by the arrow?
A. 0 C. 2
B. 1 D. 3
34. In a simple series circuit, why does the bulb light
when you close the switch?
A. The switch produces electricity.
B. Closing the switch breaks the circuit.
C. Closing the switch completes the circuit.
D. The switch provides enough power supply.
35. A group of students built the circuit as shown below.
The lightbulb does not glow. Which statement
explains this observation?
A. The battery is charged.
B. The circuit does not have a switch.
C. The lightbulb is not part of a complete
circuit.
D. The bell uses most of the energy from the battery.
36. In a classroom experiment, Emma added more batteries to a parallel
circuit with multiple bulbs. The brightness of each bulb remained the
same. What could be a possible explanation?
A. Parallel circuit decreases the voltage when more batteries are
added.
B. Parallel circuits distribute the voltage evenly to all
components.
C. Parallel circuits are not affected by changes in the number of
batteries.
D. Parallel circuits do not have the same brightness regardless of
battery changes.
37. What conclusion can be drawn about the effects of adding batteries to
a series circuit compared to a parallel circuit?
A. Adding a third battery only affects series circuits, not parallel
circuits.
B. Adding a third battery always increases brightness in both
series and parallel circuits.
C. Adding a third battery increases brightness in series circuits,
but not in parallel circuits.
D. Adding a third battery has no impact on the brightness of
bulbs in either series or parallel circuits.
38. Celine wants to pick up more iron nails using her electromagnet, which
do you think she needs to do to increase the strength of her
electromagnet?
A. Increase the number of batteries or coils around the nail.
B. Decrease the number of batteries or coils around the nail.
C. Add the number of batteries and remove coils around the nail.
D. Remove the number of batteries and add coils around the nail.
39. In Lily's electromagnet strength experiment, how does switching from a
soft iron core to a steel core affect overall strength, and what conclusion
can be drawn about the factors influencing electromagnet strength?
A. The shape of the core determines electromagnet strength.
B. A soft iron core always results in stronger electromagnets.
C. The core material has no impact on electromagnet strength.
D. The electromagnet is stronger with a steel core compared to a
soft iron core.
40. Which of the following is the product of the continuous breaking of
rocks?
A. erosion C. typhoon
B. soil-formation D. weathering
41. How do winds contribute to the weathering process?
A. It blows to the rock surface.
B. It produces electricity that makes the rock blast.
C. It throws a rock in the backyard of your neighbor.
D. It intensifies the force of the water to break rocks.
42. In a nearby field, the grade 5 pupils observed a process of rocks
transforming into soil. Over time, they noticed that the rocks gradually
broke down into smaller particles, and eventually, a layer of rich and
fertile soil formed on top. Based on their observation, which of the
following statements is true?
A. Rocks decompose into minerals.
B. Soil forms when rocks absorb water.
C. Soil is created when rocks melt into the ground.
D. Rocks break down into smaller particles through weathering.
43. Some animals, such as rabbits and moles, dig up soil for shelter or to
find food. How does this activity contribute to the breaking down of
rocks?
A. The animals hibernate under the big rocks.
B. The small rocks can now be exposed to sunlight.
C. The wastes of these animals caused the breaking of rocks.
D. The digging or burrowing of animals breaks the rocks into
smaller pieces.
44. You heard over the weather report that there are public storm signals
in some of the nearby provinces in Central Luzon according to PAGASA.
How will you prepare?
A. Go to the evacuation area right away.
B. Boil a sufficient volume of drinking water throughout the
typhoon.
C. Make sure that the posts and roofs of your house are sturdy
enough to withstand strong winds.
D. Ask an electrician to check the electrical wiring or appliances
that were soaked in flood water.
45. PAGASA has just raised typhoon signal number three in Nueva Ecija
and other provinces in Central Luzon like Bulacan, Tarlac, Pampanga,
Nueva Vizcaya, Aurora and Bataan. What does this typhoon signal
mean?
A. Winds up to 60 kph may be expected within the next 24 hours.
B. Winds from 60-100 kph may be expected within the next 24
hours.
C. Winds with a 100-185 kph speed are expected within at least
18 hours.
D. Winds with a speed greater than 185 kph are expected within
at least 10 hours.
46. Which statement accurately describes a waning phase of the Moon?
A. The Moon decreases from a New Moon to a Full Moon.
B. The Moon decreases from a Full Moon to a New Moon.
C. The Moon increases from a Full Moon to a New Moon.
D. The Moon increases from a New Moon to a Full Moon.
47. You have observed the changing patterns of the moon in the night sky
for quite a while. What do you think causes the different phases of the
moon?
A. As the world turns, so does the moon.
B. As the moon revolves around the sun, high and low tides
occur.
C. As the moon revolves around Earth, different parts of the
moon are lit by the Sun.
D. As the moon revolves around the Sun, multiple parts of the
moon are lit by the Earth.
48. If you are going to observe the cloudless sky very keenly, you will notice
patterns formed by a group of stars. What do you call the group of stars
with distinct patterns?
A. constellations C. meteorites
B. meteors D. Milky Way
49. You lost your way going to your grandmother’s house. It was night and
your phone’s battery was empty. Your mother told you before that your
grandmother’s house is in the north direction. All that you have is the
brightness coming from the stars. What will you do to find your way?
A. Sit and look at the sky all night.
B. Look for the North Star and follow it.
C. Knock on other’s door and ask for directions.
D. Return home since you don’t know the directions.
50. “It’s good that there are lots of stars tonight. I’ll wash our dirty clothes
tomorrow”, said your mother. What do you think is her reason for
saying that?
A. because she was enticed by the stars
B. because she has a meeting the next day
C. because when stars are visible, fair weather is expected
D. because there’s a lot of dirty clothes in the laundry basket
