Mount Joseph Primary School Grade 4 Language Arts Exam PDF

**\ Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_...

**\ Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Subject: [Language Arts\ ]** +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | **[TO BE USED BY TEACHER!]** | | | | **\ | | YOUR SCORE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | | | | **OVERALL SCORE: 50\ | | \ | | PERCENTAGE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ **\ \ ** [Choose the most suitable conjunction to complete each sentence. (1 mark each) ] -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1. I would go to bed now, \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ my homework is not done. a. and b) or c) but d) until a. because b) but c) so d) then a. and b) or c) but d) until 5\. She wanted to improve her piano playing \_\_\_\_\_\_ she wanted to win the competition. a. so b) but c) because d) therefore pineapple lemon Apple orange ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ----------- -------- -------- --------  rabbit turtle Cat rat Corn Images banana corn Cookie broom  pants belt Ship shirt 1\. I built a \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ in my yard during the winter.\ \ 2. Don't forget to use your \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ to keep your teeth clean! 3\. We played \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ at the park after school.\ \ 4. After the rain, a beautiful \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ appeared in the sky.\ \ 5. I made an egg and bread \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ for breakfast. **[\ \ ]** **[Read the passage below to answer the question that follows.\ \ ]***Jamaica is famous for its rich culture and history. The capital city, Kingston, is known for its lively music scene, especially reggae. Bob Marley, one of the most iconic reggae artists, hails from Jamaica and his music continues to influence people around the world. The island is also known for its delicious cuisine, with dishes like jerk chicken and ackee and saltfish being local favourites. Dunn's River Falls is a popular tourist destination where visitors can climb the waterfalls and enjoy the natural beauty. Celebrations like Carnival showcase Jamaica's colourful traditions and vibrant spirit.\ \ ***[Write 5 proper nouns mentioned in the passage above. ( 5 marks)\ \ ]**\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **[\ \ ]** **[\ \ Answer the following questions based on the information from the calendar. (9 marks)]** **[Mount Joseph Primary School Calendar of Events]** Date Event Cost (JMD) ------------- ------------------------- ------------ January 15 Sports Day \$500 February 10 Valentine's Day Fair \$300 March 5 Jamaica Day Celebration \$600 April 12 School Talent Show \$200 May 25 Reading Week Activities **FREE** June 20 End-Of-Year Concert \$400 July 10 Summer Fun Day \$250 August 15 Back-to-school bash \$350 1\. What event is scheduled for March 5, and what is the cost?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ 2. How much does it cost to attend the school talent show on April 12?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 3\. On what date is the back-to-school bash held, and what is the cost?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 4\. Which event is free and what date is it held on?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **[\ \ ]** **[Write a friendly letter to a friend or family member explaining how you plan to spend your Christmas holiday. (12 marks)\ ]** **\ Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Subject: [Social Studies\ ]** +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | **[TO BE USED BY TEACHER!]** | | | | **\ | | YOUR SCORE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | | | | **OVERALL SCORE: 50\ | | \ | | PERCENTAGE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ **\ \ ** **[SECTION A]** **[\ Circle the correct answer for each question. (20 marks) ]** 1\. Where did the Tainos originally travel from to the Caribbean?\ \ a) Africa\ b) Asia\ c) South america\ d) Europe\ \ 2. Which is **NOT** an example of a Tainos physical feature? a\) Olive-brown complexion\ b) Long skirts\ c) Facial hair\ d) Short and medium built\ \ 3. Which of the following is **NOT** a continent? a\) Africa\ b) Australia\ c) Caribbean\ d) Europe 4\. Which continent is the origin of the Chinese?\ \ a) Asia\ b) Europe\ c) Africa\ d) South America 5\. What was the Tainos' mode of transportation?\ \ a) motorbikes\ b) canoes\ c) ships\ d) helicopters\ \ 6. What is the shape of the Cacique house?\ \ a) Oval\ b) Square\ c) Round\ d) Rectangular\ \ \ 7. What were the Tainos houses called?\ \ a) Bohio\ b) hut\ c) concrete house\ d) cage\ \ \ 8. All are Ethnic groups that came to the Caribbean **EXCEPT**? a\) Africans\ b) Spanish\ c) Syrians\ d) Canadians\ \ 9. Which word best describes our great-grandparents who lived a long time ago? a\) Ancestors\ b) Explorers\ c) Traders\ d) Tourists 10\. **True** or **False:** The Tainos built their homes from concrete. a\) True\ b) False\ \ 11. Which ethnic group introduced curry to the Caribbean?\ \ a) Africans\ b) Indians\ c) Chinese\ d) Europeans 12\. What does the motto on the Coat of Arms say? a\) "Jamaica Forever"\ b) "Out of Many, One People"\ c) "Unity is Strength"\ d) "Reaping Success Through Dedication" 13\. Which animal is featured on the Jamaican Coat of Arms? a\) Lion\ b) Tiger\ c) Bear\ d) Crocodile\ \ 14. **True** or **False**: The Tainos are represented on Jamaica's Coat of Arms. a\) True\ b) False 15\. What does the crocodile and pineapples on the Coat of Arms represent? a\) British heritage\ b) Spanish culture\ c) Jamaica's natural environment\ d) Jamaican independence 16\. Where in Jamaica could I visit to see a monument of each national hero? a\) Emancipation Park\ b) National Arena\ c) National Heroes Park\ d) Denbigh Show Ground 17\. True or False: Nanny of the Maroons is the only female National Heroine of Jamaica a\) True\ b) False 18\. Which Jamaican National Hero was known as "Daddy Sharpe"?\ \ a) Paul Bogle\ b) Marcus Garvey\ c) Samuel Sharpe\ d) Alexander Bustamante 19\. What did the Tainos sleep on? a\) Mats made from palm leaves or grass\ b) Hammocks made from woven fibers\ c) Beds made from wood stone\ d) The ground with no bedding 20\. Which is **INCORRECT** about ethnic groups? People who are of the same ethnic group: a\) Speak a common language\ b) Share the same ancestors\ c) Have a common way of life\ d) Live in the same country **[\ ]** **[\ ]** **[\ \ \ ]** **[\ \ \ \ \ \ \ SECTION B]** **[\ Answer the following questions in the space provided. ( 2 marks each)\ \ ]**1. List three foods that the Tainos ate? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 2\. What are two symbols on the Jamaican Coat of Arms? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 3\. Name two places that the Tainos settled mostly \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 4\. Give two reasons why the Tainos choose to settle at the sites/places above. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 5\. Name one traditional food that the Tainos introduces to Jamaica. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 6\. List two different types of ethnic groups. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **[SECTION C\ \ ]** **[Using the words from the word bank, fill in the names of the continents on the map below. (7 marks)\ \ ]** **[\ ]** **[\ \ ]** **[\ \ Answer the following questions.\ ]** 1\. List the four continents from which our ancestors came. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 2\. Which continent is known for having the most countries? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 3\. List three aspects of culture? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 4\. Explain why Antarctica is not a popular place for people to live. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 5\. In what year was slavery abolished in the English-speaking Caribbean?\ \ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 6\. List three ways in which we can preserve our culture in the school. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 7\. Give the name of two places you can visit to see our Jamaican cultural heritage. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ **\ ** **Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Subject: [Critical Thinking\ ]** +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | **[TO BE USED BY TEACHER!]** | | | | **\ | | YOUR SCORE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | | | | **OVERALL SCORE:50\ | | \ | | PERCENTAGE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ **\ \ ** **[\ \ Circle the correct analogies by filling in the blank with the correct word from the choices. (13 marks)\ \ ]**1. Hearing is to radio as sight is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) Eyes b) Camera c) News d) Television\ \ 2. Cat is to kitten as lion is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_. a\) Lioness b) Tiger b) Jungle c) Cub\ \ 3. Compass is to direction as thermometer is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_. a\) Temperature b) Speed c) Pressure d) Liter 4\. Ruler is to measure as scale is to \_\_\_\_\_. a\) Weight b) Mass c) Length d) Temperature\ \ 5. Teacher is to pupils as preacher is to \_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) Church b) Bible c) Choir d) Sermon 6\. Today is to tomorrow as present is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) day b) past c) future d) secure 7\. Visual is to sight as audio is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) touch b) feel c) smell d) hear\ \ 8. Hurricane is to wind as earthquake is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) water b) ground c) fire d) haiti 9\. Globe is to earth as map is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_. a\) country b) earth c) city d) area 10\. Library is to books as bank is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_. a\) cheque b) buildings c) finance d) people 11\. Brick is to building as ingredient is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) recipe b) dish c) meal d) board\ \ 12. Flour is to bread as fabric is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) clothing b) repair c) animal d) material 13\. Pure is to clean as polluted is to \_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ a) environment b) water c) foggy d) dirty **[Read each scenario carefully and answer the questions that follow. (6 marks)]** *The school playground is in disrepair, with broken swings and cracked slide. Students have proposed several ideas to improve the playground.\ \ *1. What are three possible improvements that could be made to the playground?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 2\. Who do you think should help fix the playground?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 3\. Why is it important to fix the playground?\ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_*\ * **[Read each question carefully. (2 marks each)\ ]**1. You have \$50 to spend at a store. You want to buy these items: - A book: \$18 - A toy: \$15 - A snack: \$7 **\ Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Subject: [Science\ ]** +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | **[TO BE USED BY TEACHER!]** | | | | **\ | | YOUR SCORE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | | | | **OVERALL SCORE: 50\ | | \ | | PERCENTAGE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ **\ \ ** **[SECTION A\ ]** **[\ Read the following questions carefully and choose the most suitable answer. (1 mark each)\ \ ]**1. Scientists find out how things work and affect each other by using \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ \ a) experiment\ b) scientific methods\ c) scale\ d) microscope\ \ 2. In using the scientific method, which of the following would be done first?\ \ a) experiment\ b) communicate\ c) ask questions\ d) draw conclusions 3\. Which is **NOT** a science process skill?\ \ a) observing\ b) communicating\ c) measuring\ d) reporting 4\. Amanda is entering the laboratory for the first time at school. Which of the following should she **NOT** do?\ \ a) report any accident or spill to the teacher\ b) keep her work area clean\ c) listen to instructions given by the teacher\ d) use all five senses to observe substances in the experiment 5\. Which is **NOT** needed by all organisms for survival? a\) soil\ b) water\ c) nutrients\ d) air\ \ 6. What process skill are we using when we find similarities and differences between a coconut tree and a sunflower?\ \ a) observing\ b) comparing\ c) classifying\ d) communicating\ \ 7. Which of the following is **NOT** made from cells?\ \ a) skin\ b) rock\ c) hair\ d) hand 8\. How can you tell if a rabbit is alive? It\_\_\_\_\_\ \ a) can see, smell and play\ b) live in its habitat\ c) can move, breathe, reproduce\ d) has an owner\ \ 9. The picture below shows how a plant changes when it is touched. Use the information to answer the item below.  **Before** the plant is touched leaves are open. **After** the plant is touched leaves fold inward. Which life processes of living things is shown by the plant?\ \ a) movement and sensitivity\ b) breathing and movement\ c) growth and movement\ d) sensitivity and reproduction 10\. For something to be considered alive, it must have \_\_\_\_\_. a\) one characteristic of living things\ b) most characteristic of living things\ c) all the characteristics of living things\ d) some characteristics of living things\ \ 11. Why do plants need sunlight? Plants need sunlight to make \_\_\_\_\_\_.\ \ a) water\ b) roots\ c) space\ d) food\ \ 12. All the statements below about science are **true, EXCEPT**:\ \ a) science is the process skills we use to get scientific knowledge\ b) science is knowledge about the natural world\ c) science is **only** facts that we read in our textbook\ d) science is done and used by all of us in all our daily activities 13\. All the statements below about scientific knowledge are **false, EXCEPT:\ ***Scientific knowledge gained from tests\_\_\_\_\_\_.\ *\ a) is known only by old scientist who work in labs\ b) is never shared and prevents further scientific research\ c) cannot really be understood nor used by everyone\ d) can be used to guide further tests.\ \ 14. When we state what we think will be the most likely thing to happen in the future so that we can use it to do a fair test we are\_\_\_\_. a\) preparing a report\ b) making a graph\ c) making a prediction\ d) looking for a pattern in our results \ 15. Use the picture below to answer the question. Which characteristic of living things is shown in the series of picture 1-5?\ \ a) nutrition\ b) growth\ c) response\ d) excretion\ \ 16. Two similar plants were put in the same type of soil and left in a room. Water was poured on one plat only for two weeks. The plant that was not given water will \_\_\_\_\_.\ \ a) blossom and bear fruits\ b) grow and bear fruits\ c) wilt and dies\ d) flourish and look healthy **[SECTION B\ \ ]** ***Alexiana and her classmates went on a field trip to a farm. There she saw several things which are described in the statements below.*** **Statement** **Living** **Non- Living** --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------ ----------------- **Fish** swam in the pond. Air bubbles came out of their mouth. The farmer's **wooden chair** was on the veranda. His son's **ball** rolled across the ground. The branches of the little **cherry tree** beside the house grew over the fence. A bunch of **gas ballons** got away at the Community fair nearby and moved up and across the sky. The farmer's **dog** jumped up and down, barking, as they passed the house. A **truck** drove down the street, letting out black smoke. In the afternoon, a big, dark **cloud** burst into rain. A **bird** fed her babies in their nest. A **frog** looked around, jumped out of the pond, then hid behind a rock. Read each statement carefully. Use a tick ([\$\\sqrt{}\$]{.math.inline}) to show whether the words in bold refer to a **living** or **non-living thing. (9 marks)\ ** **[Answer the following questions on the lines provided. ]** **[(3 marks each)\ \ ]**1. List three characteristics of living things. \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 2\. A dog was found in an abandoned building. It was weak and looked dehydrated. Which of its needs were not being met? Explain how you would help him? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ \ 4. You were out searching and found something of interest. You are not sure if it is living or non-living thing. How can you find out? Explain.\ \ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ 5\. What are three reasons animal need water?\ \ \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ \ **[Using the word bank, label the plant. (5 marks)]**  **[Write the sense that matches each organ below. (5 marks)\ ]** Look at the picture then read the statements that follow. **(4 marks)**\ \ \ Write **'O'** if a statement is an **observation** and **'P'** if it is a **prediction.**\ \ a) The cat turned over the paint can. \_\_\_\_\ \ b) The paint has run over the floor. \_\_\_\_\_ c\) If more paint is spill, it will spread further. \_\_\_\_\ \ d) If the cat climbs on the stool, he can get up on the shelf more easily. \_\_\_\_ **\ Mount Joseph Primary\ ** **School** **End of Term Examination** **Grade 4\ **\ **DO NOT OPEN THIS BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO** **Name: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date of Birth: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Date: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_** **Subject: [Mathematics\ ]** +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ | **[TO BE USED BY TEACHER!]** | | | | **\ | | YOUR SCORE\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | | | | **OVERALL SCORE: 50\ | | \ | | PERCENTAGE \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | | ** | +-----------------------------------------------------------------------+ **\ \ ** **[SECTION A]** 1\. What is 5, 000,864 written in words? a\) five million eight hundred\ b) five million one thousand\ c) five million eight hundred sixty-four\ d) five million eight hundred seventy-five 2\. Solve 698 + 15 + 135 a\) 848\ b) 536\ c) 858\ d) 800\ \ 3. What is the true value of the 4 in the number 24,462?\ \ a) 4\ b) 40\ c) 400\ d) 4,000 4\. 492.30\ - 31.60 a\) 460.7\ b) 470\ c) 400\ d) 570.70\ \ 5. 7,005 -- 369 =\ \ a) 6,636\ b) 6,634\ c) 7,369\ d) 6,366 6\. Which diagram represents fourths? a) b) 7\. Which represents a line? a)