SUMMATIVE TESTSCIENCE 4
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Section: _____________________________________Teacher: __________________________
Directions: Encircle the letter of the best answer.
1. What do you think is the primary reason why plants along the roadside may
struggle to grow healthy?
a. Lack of sunlight
b. Excessive watering
c. Pollution from passing vehicles
d. Too much fertilizer
2. In a garden, you notice a plant’s leaves with a hole and brown spots. What is the
most likely cause of this issue?
a. Overwatering
b. Insect infestation
c. Lack of nutrients
d. Proper care
3. A tree growing alongside a busy road has developed a bent and curved trunk. What
is the most likely reason for this?
a. Pollution
b. Strong winds
c. Soil erosion
d. Inadequate watering
4. What is one of the primary functions of a plant's root system?
a. Photosynthesis
b. Anchoring in the soil
c. Capturing sunlight
d. Producing flowers
5. Why do national parks and roadside landscapes encourage planting more native
plant species?
a. They are more colorful.
b. They could adapt easily and require less maintenance.
c. They deter wildlife.
d. They grow faster.
[Link] do leaves contribute to the shoot system's functions?
a. By anchoring the plant in the soil
b. By absorbing water and nutrients
c. By capturing sunlight for photosynthesis
d. By producing flowers and seeds
7. In some countries like Japan or Australia, some trees along a roadside have bright
red or orange leaves during the fall. What is the likely reason for this change in color?
a. Disease
b. Lack of nutrients
c. Adaptation
d. Insect infestation
8. What is the main function of stems in the shoot system of a plant?
a. Absorbing water and nutrients
b. Anchoring the plant in the soil
c. Transporting water and nutrients
d. Capturing sunlight for photosynthesis
9. Why is it important for a plant to have both root and shoot systems?
a. Root systems produce oxygen, and shoot systems produce carbon dioxide.
SUMMATIVE TESTSCIENCE 4
b. Root systems store excess water, and shoot systems release excess water.
c. Root systems absorb water and nutrients, while shoot systems capture
sunlight and perform photosynthesis.
d. Root systems anchor the plant in the soil, and shoot systems produce carbon
dioxide.
10. When you observe a plant with well-developed root and shoot systems, you can
conclude that:
a. The plant is unhealthy and needs more care.
b. The plant is undergoing a growth spurt.
c. The plant is likely thriving and has adapted to its environment.
d. The plant will produce fewer flowers and fruits.