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P.5 Integrated Science Assessment 2023

This document contains an end of term internal assessment for Primary 5 students taking Integrated Science. It consists of two sections - Section A with 40 multiple choice and short answer questions covering topics like the components of air, poultry, plant anatomy and physiology, farming tools, beekeeping, the human body, food webs, and more. Section B has 6 longer answer questions requiring explanations and examples on topics such as photosynthesis, poultry farming, beekeeping, first aid, digestion, dehydration treatment, hygiene, and rabbit rearing. Students are given 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete the assessment.

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P.5 Integrated Science Assessment 2023

This document contains an end of term internal assessment for Primary 5 students taking Integrated Science. It consists of two sections - Section A with 40 multiple choice and short answer questions covering topics like the components of air, poultry, plant anatomy and physiology, farming tools, beekeeping, the human body, food webs, and more. Section B has 6 longer answer questions requiring explanations and examples on topics such as photosynthesis, poultry farming, beekeeping, first aid, digestion, dehydration treatment, hygiene, and rabbit rearing. Students are given 2 hours and 15 minutes to complete the assessment.

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YOUNG WORLD PRIMARY SCHOOL-MUKONO

END OF TERM I INTERNAL ASSESSMENT-2023


A
CLASS : P.5
B
SUBJECT: INTEGRATED SCIENCE
T
TIME: 2 HOURS AND 15 MINUTES

Name:______________________________________________________

SECTION A (40 MARKS)


1. Name the component of air that supports burning.
_________________________________________________________________________
2. What is poultry? __________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
3. State the main use of leaves to a plant.
_________________________________________________________________________
4. How is a trowel useful to a farmer?
_________________________________________________________________________
5. What is an apiary? _________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
6. How are the kidneys useful in our bodies?
_________________________________________________________________________
7. State one use of sand soil to people.
_________________________________________________________________________
8. State one cause of swarming in bees.
_________________________________________________________________________
9. Why do bees visit flowers?
_________________________________________________________________________
10. Why do we bathe daily?
_________________________________________________________________________
11. Why do plants grow plenty of leaves during the rainy weather?
_________________________________________________________________________
12. State one block in the village food path.
_________________________________________________________________________
13. How is a rain gauge useful to a farmer?
_________________________________________________________________________
14. Why do farmer carry out cross breeding in poultry?
_________________________________________________________________________
15 What does the part labeled P become after fertilization in the flower shown below?

_________________________________________________________________________
16. Write the units in which weight is measured.
_________________________________________________________________________
17. Name one process that takes place in the ileum.
_________________________________________________________________________
18. Give one way of caring for our teeth.
_________________________________________________________________________
19. Why is the hutch of rabbit raised?
_________________________________________________________________________
20. Explain what is meant by the term “vices” as used in poultry keeping.
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
Study the diagram and use it to answer questions 6 and 7

21. Name the garden tool shown in the diagram above.

____________________________________________________________________________________________
22. How is the garden tool drawn above useful to a farmer?
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_________________________________________________________________________

23. Identify one way of controlling weeds in the garden.


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24. How is the pollen basket useful to a honey bee?
_________________________________________________________________________
25. How is oxygen useful during germination?
_________________________________________________________________________

26. State one way of preserving food.


_________________________________________________________________________
27. Why do some objects float on water?
_________________________________________________________________________
28. What is the use of a clinical thermometer?
_________________________________________________________________________
29. State one health activity done after visiting a latrine or latrine.
_________________________________________________________________________
30. State one advantage of artificial incubation.
_________________________________________________________________________
31. How do plants benefit from animals?
_________________________________________________________________________
32. Give one disease that affects birds.
_________________________________________________________________________
33. How do birds reproduce?
_________________________________________________________________________
34. Give one characteristic of insect pollinated flowers.
_________________________________________________________________________
35. Which immunizable diseases causes lameness in infants?
_________________________________________________________________________

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36. What is the role of a queen been in the hive?
_________________________________________________________________________
37. Why do layers sometimes lay eggs with soft shells?
_________________________________________________________________________
38. Where does digestion of food begin in human being?
_________________________________________________________________________
39. How is debeaking of birds important in poultry?
_________________________________________________________________________
40. What is a pest?
______________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
SECTION B (60 MARKS)
41. a) What is the use of chlorophyll during photosynthesis?
_________________________________________________________________________
b) State two raw materials needed for photosynthesis.
i) _________________________________ ii) ______________________________
c) How does man benefit from the process of photosynthesis?
_________________________________________________________________________
42. a) Apart from chicken and ducks, give any other example of poultry.
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention any one food product got from chicken.
_________________________________________________________________________
c) State any two types of chicken.
i) _________________________________ ii) ______________________________
43. a) What do queen bees feed on?
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention two uses of honey.
i) _________________________________ ii) ______________________________
c) Apart from honey, give any other product got from bees.
_________________________________________________________________________

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44. a) Who is a casualty? _______________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Write one of the 3B’s in giving of first Aid to casualties.
_________________________________________________________________________
c) Which structure is used by first Aiders to carry casualties?
_________________________________________________________________________
d) Write one cause of accidents at home.
_________________________________________________________________________
45.a) Define the term digestion

b) Name parts marked with letters


i) C
ii) E
c) What class of food is digested in part marked B?

_________________________________________________________________________
46. a) What is dehydration? _________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention two solutes used to make ORS.
i) ____________________________________________________________________
ii) ___________________________________________________________________
c) State one cause of dehydration.
_________________________________________________________________________
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47. a) Besides using dustbins, give another way in which rubbish can be properly
disposed of.
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Give two ways of promoting personal hygiene.
i) ____________________________________________________________________
ii) ____________________________________________________________________
c) Describe one way of keeping your home clean.
_________________________________________________________________________
48. a) What is kindling in rabbits? ____________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention two exotic breeds of rabbits.
i) _________________________________ ii) ______________________________
c) Give one way of caring for rabbits.
_________________________________________________________________________
49. 49. Match the items in List A to those in list B correctly as used at a weather station
A B
Nightblindness Proteins
Kwashiorkor Iodine
Goitre Vitamin A
Marasmus Carbohydrates

a) Nightblindness __
b) Kwashiorkor _______
c) Goitre _____ _
d) Marasmus_____________________________________________________
50. a) Name the gas that occupies the least percentage in the atmosphere.
_________________________________________________________________________
b) What is the percentage of nitrogen in the atmosphere?
_________________________________________________________________________
c) Give any two uses of carbon dioxide gas.
i)
_____________________________________________________________________ _
ii)
________________________________________________________________________

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51. a) Name the type of germination where the cotyledons come out of the ground?
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention two conditions necessary for seed germination.
i)______________________________________________________________________
ii)_________________________________________________________________________
c) What makes some seeds fail to germinate even with necessary conditions ?
_________________________________________________________________________
52. a) What name is given in the head of a tape worm?
_________________________________________________________________________
b) How do tape worms enter our bodies?
_________________________________________________________________________
c) What do tapeworms feed on?
_________________________________________________________________________
d) Name one other intestinal worm besides tape worms.
_________________________________________________________________________
53. a) What is immunity?
_________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
b) Mention the two types of immunity.
i) _________________________________________________________________
ii) ____________________________________________________________________
c) Give one reason why children are immunised.
_________________________________________________________________________

54. a) Identify any one insect that contaminates our food.


_______________________________________________________________________________________

b) Write any one example of a disease spread through contaminated food.

c) Suggest any two ways you would prevent contamination of food by the vector named in
(b) above.

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(i)

55. The diagram below shows a method of finding volume.

a) Identify the method of finding volume shown above.

b) Name the containers marked A and B.

A: B:

c) What is the volume of the stone (Y)

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Photosynthesis benefits humans indirectly by producing oxygen as a byproduct, which is essential for human respiration. Additionally, it is responsible for the production of glucose, which serves as the base of the food chain, supporting plant growth and providing food resources. This process also contributes to reducing carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere, thereby helping regulate the Earth's climate .

Daily bathing is important for personal hygiene as it helps remove dirt, sweat, bacteria, and dead skin cells from the body, preventing skin infections, body odors, and the spread of diseases. It also aids in maintaining the skin's health by keeping pores unclogged. Regular washing also provides an opportunity for individuals to check for any unusual changes on their skin, supporting early detection of issues .

Swarming in bees is primarily triggered by factors such as overcrowding within the hive, a high population density, and an aging or failing queen. When conditions in the hive become cramped, and resources are perceived as limited, bees are prompted to start the swarming process as a natural means of colony reproduction, allowing a portion of the bees to establish a new colony elsewhere .

The queen bee plays a critical role in the productivity of a bee colony by being the sole egg-layer, thus maintaining the population of the colony. Her ability to lay thousands of eggs ensures the colony remains strong and aids in tasks such as foraging, defense, and maintenance. The queen also produces pheromones that help maintain harmony and regulate the hive's functions .

Cross-breeding in poultry is beneficial to farmers as it can lead to improvements in productivity traits such as growth rate, egg production, and disease resistance. It allows farmers to combine desirable characteristics from different breeds to produce offspring with enhanced traits, leading to increased efficiency and profitability in poultry production .

Different soil types, such as sandy, clayey, and loamy soils, have varying implications for agricultural practices. Sandy soil, for instance, has good drainage but low nutrient retention, making it less fertile without the addition of organic matter. Clayey soil retains water but can lead to poor aeration and root growth if not managed well. Loamy soil, a balance of sand, silt, and clay, is ideal for most crops due to its fertility and good water retention. Farmers must amend soils as needed to optimize crop yield .

Insect-pollinated flowers exhibit adaptations such as bright colors and sweet scents to attract pollinators. Their structure is often designed to facilitate the transfer of pollen; for instance, they may have sticky or specially shaped pollen that can adhere to insects. Nectar, a reward for visiting pollinators, is usually positioned such that insects will brush against reproductive structures, aiding pollen transfer. These adaptations enhance pollination efficiency by ensuring insects come into contact with pollen as they seek food .

Artificial incubation in poultry farming presents challenges such as ensuring precise temperature and humidity control, which are critical for embryo development. Additionally, maintaining proper ventilation and regular egg turning are necessary to prevent abnormalities. Power failures or equipment malfunctions can lead to significant losses if not promptly addressed. Farmers also need to manage the transition of hatched chicks to a suitable brooding environment .

The kidneys play a vital role in homeostasis by filtering blood to remove waste products and excess substances like urea, creatinine, and extra ions while reabsorbing essential ions and water, which regulates the body's fluid and electrolyte balance. Additionally, they help maintain blood pressure through the release of hormones like renin and contribute to the production of red blood cells by secreting erythropoietin .

To prevent food contamination by insects, it's essential to store food in airtight containers, maintain cleanliness in food storage areas, and use physical barriers such as screens on windows and doors to prevent insects from entering. Additionally, employing insect traps and practicing regular pest control measures can help mitigate the risk of contamination .

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