These Basic Science questions and answers were pulled from our book (Basic Science questions for Primary 4); Compiled to serve as a reference material to help teachers draw up test and exam questions faster. It could also help students assess their level of exam preparation. Each sample question includes correct answers.
Sample Basic Science Exam Questions and Answers
DIRECTION: Choose the correct answers from the lettered options.
1. The cycle of growth in life is known as ___________.
A. tricycle
B. life cycle
C. cycle
D. growing
2. Moist in the air is known as ____________.
A. humidity
B. wind speed
C. rain
D. sunshine
3. Life cycle of the butterfly grows from _________.
A. egg–caterpillar–adult–pupa
B. egg–caterpillar–pupa–adult
C. adult–caterpillar–pupa–egg
D. caterpillar–pupa–adult–egg
4. What is the most common gas in dry air on Earth?
A. Hydrogen
B. Oxygen
C. Nitrogen
D. Neon
5. The __________ is the part of the plant that makes the seed.
A. flower
B. leaves
C. stem
D. roots
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6. Eating dirty food will make us ______.
A. sick
B. grow
C. fat
D. healthy
7. To be healthy, we must _______.
A. follow the latest actress’s diet
B. run a marathon
C. go for dancing classes
D. eat a balanced diet and exercise our bodies
8. Which type of milk is the best for someone that wants to lose weight?
A. Skimmed milk
B. Semi-skimmed cows’ milk
C. Full-fat cows’ milk
D. Powdered milk
9. Whole meal bread contains ___________.
A. the same fiber as white bread
B. more fiber than white bread
C. everything we need for a whole meal
D. nutrient supplement for all ages
10. We should _________ our fruits very well before eating.
A. wash
B. clean
C. dry
D. cook
