Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
Region X - Northern Mindanao
Schools Division of Bukidnon

Diagnostic Test, SY 2026-2027

Science 3

Name:_______________________________ Section: _____________

Directions: Read each item carefully and encircle the letter of the correct answer.

For Items 1-4, Read the text carefully and answer the following questions below.

Everything around us is made of something! We can group things into three main kinds:
solids, liquids, and gases. Solids have a shape that stays the same, like a toy car or a book. Liquids
take the shape of the container they're in, like water in a glass or juice in a bottle. Gases don't have a
shape or a set size they spread out to fill the space they are in, like the air we breathe or the steam
from a hot kettle.

1. What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and volume?
A. Gas B. Liquid C. Plasma D. Solid

2. Among the following options, identify the substance that exists in a liquid state at room
temperature?
A. Air B. Ice C. Toy car D. Water

3. Which of the following best describes the shape of a liquid?

I. It forms a flat surface.
II. It always has a fixed shape.
III. It takes the shape of its container.
IV. It can be poured, but it cannot take the shape of an open container.

A. I B. II and III C. III and IV D. II, III and IV

4. Which of the following describes a gas?

I. It has a definite volume.
II. It has a definite shape and volume.
III. It flows and takes the shape of its container.
IV. It takes the shape of its container and has no definite volume.

A. A. I B. II and III C. III and IV D. II, III and IV

For Items 5-8, carefully read the passage and select the responses that most accurately describe the
changes in matter.
 Imagine you have a yummy ice cream cone on a hot summer day! What happens to the ice
cream? It melts! That's because the temperature is getting warmer. When materials like ice cream
get warm, they can change from a solid to a liquid. Think about water too! When you put water in the
freezer, it becomes a solid, ice. But when you take it out and the temperature warms up, the ice
melts back into liquid water. Temperature can also make things expand, like a balloon getting bigger
when it's heated! So, temperature can cause lots of cool changes to the materials around us.

5. What happens to ice cream when it's left outside on a hot summer day?
A. It disappears into thin air. C. It becomes harder and more solid.
B. It melts and turns into a liquid. D. It stays the same, nothing changes.

6. Why does water turn into ice when you put it in the freezer?
A. Because the freezer is too hot. C. Because the water is too dirty.
B. Because the water is too cold. D. Because the temperature in the freezer is too low.

7. What happens to a balloon when it's heated?

A. It stays the same size. C. It gets bigger and expands.
B. It pops and disappears. D. It gets smaller and shrinks.

8. When ice transitions into water, which type of change is being described?
A. A change in shape without altering its state.
B. A change in color without altering its state.
C. A change in odor without altering its state.
D. A transformation in state, specifically from solid to liquid.

For Items 9-11, Read the questions regarding your senses, then provide responses to the questions
below.

Our bodies have special helpers called sense organs. We have eyes, ears, a nose, a tongue,
and skin. Our eyes let us see we can see colors and shapes. Our ears help us hear sounds. Our
nose helps us smell, like flowers or yummy food. The tongue helps us taste things like sweet candy.
Our skin lets us feel things if something is cold or hot. Each organ has special parts to do its job.

9. What is the primary function of our sensory organs?

A. To facilitate the process of eating.
B. To promote restful sleep.
C. To enhance our speed in running.
D. To enable us to see, hear, smell, taste, and feel our environment.

10. Which sensory organ is primarily responsible for detecting the flavors of sweet substances, such
as candy?
A. Ears B. Eyes C. Nose D. Tongue

11. Eating an ice cream on a hot summer day. You feel the cold ice cream on your hand and taste
the sweet flavor. Which of your sense organs are MOST DIRECTLY involved in these two
experiences?
 I. Eyes
II. Ears
III. Tongue
IV. Skin

A. I and II B. II and III C. III and IV D. II, III, and IV

For Items 12-14, Read the questions regarding the animals and their immediate surroundings and
select the correct answer.

Animals live in different places, and their surroundings help them survive. Some animals, like
bears, live in forests where they can find trees for shelter and streams for water. Birds make their
nests in trees to stay safe from predators. Fish live in oceans, lakes, or rivers, where they have water
to breathe and food to eat. Animals like lions live in grasslands, where they can hunt and hide in tall
grass. Each animal is adapted to live in the area it calls home, helping them find food, stay safe, and
raise their babies.

12. Which two animals mentioned in the paragraph living in specific environments that help them
survive?
I. Bears
II. Cats
III. Fish
IV. Snakes

A. I and II B. I and III C. II and III D. III and IV

13. How do the habitats of bears and birds differ in terms of their adaptations for survival?
A. Bears can fly, while birds can swim.
B. Bears hunt in the water, while birds hunt on land.
C. Bears live in grasslands, while birds live in forests.
D. Bears use trees for shelter, while birds build nests in trees for safety.

14. What is the main reason animals like lions are adapted to live in grasslands?
A. To build nests in trees.
B. To find water in streams.
C. To swim in rivers and lakes.
D. To hunt prey and hide from other animals.

For Items 15-16, Read the paragraph carefully and answer questions regarding animals and their
body parts.

Animals can be classified based on their body parts and how they use them. For example, some
animals have wings, like birds and bats, which help them fly in the sky. Other animals, like fish, have
fins and gills that allow them to swim and breathe underwater. Animals with strong legs, such as
cheetahs and kangaroos, can run fast or jump high. Some animals, like snakes, do not have legs at
all but use their bodies to slither and move. By looking at these body parts, we can understand how
different animals live and survive in their environments.
15. What is the main reason animals like cheetahs and kangaroos have strong legs?
A. To help them swim in water.
B. To allow them to fly in the sky.
C. To help them slither on the ground.
D. To enable them to run fast or jump high.

16. How do the body parts of birds and bats compare to those of snakes in terms of movement?
A. Both birds and bats slither, while snakes fly.
B. Both birds and snakes can fly, while bats cannot.
C. Birds and bats use wings to fly, while snakes use their bodies to slither.
D. Birds and bats have legs for running, while snakes have fins for swimming.

For Item 17, Read the text carefully and answer the question below.

Position describes where an object is located using words like in front of, on top of, behind,
besides, and at. A reference point is a stationary object or location that is used to determine an
object's movement by measuring the distance between it and the object. Example, the toy is on the
table, the cat is beside the boxes, and the girl is sitting on top of the mountain using reference points
and positional words.

17. Imagine a toy car on the table. Where is the toy car in relation to the table?
A. Above B. Below C. Next to D. Under

For Item 18, Read the passage about magnets and answer the question below.

Magnet is anything that pulls or attracts iron and steel. Magnetism is the force that pulls
objects made of iron and steel towards a magnet. A magnet has two poles: north pole and south
pole. Unlike poles attract and like poles repel.

18. Which of the following materials are strongly attracted to a magnet?

I. Wood
II. Iron Nail
III. Paper Clip
IV. Aluminum Foil

A. I only B. I and II C. II and III D. II, III, and I

For Items 19-21, Read the selection regarding sources of lights and answer the questions that follows.

Light is a form of energy. Light helps us see the beauty of God’s creation. The sun is our main
source of light. Sunlight brightens the earth during the daytime. The energy in the sunlight also heats
up the earth. There are two sources of light: natural and artificial. Natural light comes from the sun
and stars. Artificial light comes from sources that humans produce and control.
19. Imagine that you are in the dark room, and you turn on the lamp. What is the relationship
between the lamp and the ability to see objects in the room?
A. The lamp reflects the objects.
 B. The lamp makes objects disappear.
C. The lamp absorbs light from the objects.
D. The lamp provides the light that allows you to see the objects.

20. A shiny, silver mirror is placed in front of a flashlight. What is most likely to happen to the light
from the flashlight?
A. The mirror will get warmer.
B. The light will be absorbed by the mirror.
C. The light will pass straight through the mirror.
D. The light will bounce off the mirror and change direction.

21. If you are in a completely dark room with no windows or lights on. You have a flashlight, a mirror,
and a sheet of white paper. You turn on the flashlight and point it at the mirror. What would you
MOST LIKELY observe?
A. The light from the flashlight will only shine on the floor.
B. The light from the flashlight will disappear because mirrors absorb light.
C. The light from the flashlight will shine in a straight line and not change direction.
D. The light from the flashlight will bounce off the mirror and change direction, possibly
shining on the paper.

For Items 22-23, Read the text carefully and answer the following questions below.

Sounds travel in the form of waves. As one speaks, the sound waves travel through the air.
Sound waves spread out in all directions. Sound waves are strongest near the source. They get
weaker as they move away from it.

22. You are listening to your friend playing a musical instrument. You can hear the music best when
you are standing close to the instrument. Why does the sound become harder to hear as you
walk away?
A. The sound waves bounce off the walls.
B. The sound waves get faster as they travel.
C. The instrument makes more noise when you are close to it.
D. The sound waves spread out, and their energy becomes weaker over distance.

23. Pretend you are talking to a friend underwater. Your friend is on the other side of a clear pool.
You must shout to be heard. Why is it easier to talk to someone close to you than far away, even
in water?
A. Sound can only travel in the air.
B. Your friend’s ears are not working well underwater.
C. Sound travels much faster in water than in the air, so it is always easier to hear
underwater.
D. The sound waves spread out, and their energy becomes weaker over distance, like
waves in a pool.

For Item 24, Read the text and answer the question that follows.
The world around us, our surroundings, is super important for all living things! For people,
our homes, schools, and parks give us a safe place to live, learn, and play. Animals and plants need
 their surroundings, like forests, oceans, and deserts, to find food, water, and shelter so they can
grow and survive. The air, water, and sunlight in our surroundings help all living things get what they
need to live and be healthy, so we must care for our surroundings to take care of ourselves and
other living things.

24. Why are surroundings (like trees, air, water, etc.) important to people and animals?
A. Surroundings have no importance to anyone.
B. Surroundings are needed to breathe, eat, and grow.
C. The surroundings are only important to animals, not people.
D. Surroundings are only important to people and animals when they are sick.

For Item 25, Read the passage about types of weather and answer the question.
Weather refers to the day-to-day changes in the atmosphere, which can include sunshine,
rain, snow, wind, and temperature. There are different types of weather, such as sunny days when
the sun shines brightly, rainy days when droplets fall from the clouds. Each type of weather has its
effects on our environment and activities. For example, sunny weather is great for playing outside
and growing plants, while rainy weather provides the water that plants need to survive.
Understanding different types of weather helps us know how to dress, plan our activities, and take
care of our environment.

25. Different types of weather can have different effects. Which two choices show effects that are
commonly associated with a sunny day?
I. Plants grow well.
II. People wear raincoats.
III. It is a good day for a picnic.
IV. People might wear sunglasses.

A. I only B. I and II C. II and III D. I, III and IV

For Items 26-29, Read and understand the selection below, then answer the following questions.
Have you ever looked up at the sky and seen the sun, moon, stars, and clouds? These
natural objects in the sky play a big role in our daily lives. The sun gives us sunlight and warmth,
which helps plants grow and makes it possible for us to have a sunny day to play outside. The moon
helps us keep track of time and the different phases of the day and night. The stars twinkle at night,
guiding us as we try to find our way around. Clouds can bring us rain or snow, which helps plants
grow strong and provides water for us to drink. These objects also affect our daily activities, like
planning outdoor playtime, choosing what to wear, and even helping farmers decide when to plant
their crops.

26. The Sun's energy is essential for life on Earth. How are farmers’ daily activities related to the
Sun?
A. The sun helps the farmer fly a kite.
B. The farmer uses the sun to make the soil wet.
C. The sun helps the farmer sleep during the day.
D. The sun helps plants grow, which the farmer needs to harvest.

27. We use the Moon for many things. How are fishermen’s daily activities affected by the Moon?
 A. The moon makes the water taste salty.
B. The moon helps the fisherman build houses.
C. The moon has no effect on the fisherman's daily activities.
D. The moon's gravity causes tides, which affect when and where the fisherman can fish.

28. Clouds are made of water. How are school children daily activities affected by the presence of
clouds?
A. Clouds make the school children shoes dirty.
B. Clouds help the school children build a house.
C. Clouds make it safe to look directly at the sun.
D. Clouds can block the sun, which can affect the temperature and if outdoor activities are
enjoyable.

29. Stars help us at night. How are travelers’ daily activities affected by the Stars?
A. Stars can be used to eating the food.
B. Stars help the traveler build houses.
C. Stars helps the traveler to dry his clothes.
D. Stars can be used to help the traveler navigate and find their way in the dark.

For Item 30, Read the text regarding safety measures to avoid harmful effects of sun’s heat and
answer the question.

To stay safe from the sun's heat and bright light, remember to be a sun-smart superhero!
When you're playing outside, wear a hat and sunglasses to protect your eyes. Apply sunscreen all
over your skin, especially on your face and arms, to block the sun's rays. Try to play in the shade,
under a tree or umbrella, during the hottest part of the day. Drink plenty of water to stay cool and
hydrated and remember that taking breaks inside is always a good idea! By following these simple
steps, you can enjoy the sunshine while keeping your body safe and healthy.

30. The sun's heat and light can be harmful to our skin. Which of the following is the BEST way to
protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays?
A. Stay inside only on sunny days.
B. Wear dark-colored clothing when outside.
C. Play outside all day without any protection.
D. Wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen when playing outside.