PAPER CODE: 532/1
MOCK REF: PLE-552602
Uganda National Examinations Board
Primary Leaving Examination (Standard Science Mock)
INTEGRATED SCIENCE
TIME: 2h 15m
MARKS: 35
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Instructions to Candidates:
- This paper consists of two sections: Section A and Section B.
- Section A has 15 questions (15 marks). Section B has 5 questions (20 marks).
- Answer all questions in both sections. All answers must be written in the spaces provided on this question paper.
- All answers must be written in blue or black ballpoint pen. Diagrams should be drawn in pencil.
- Unnecessary crossing of work and illegible handwriting may lead to loss of marks.
Section A: (Questions 1 to 15) — 15 Marks
1 Mark eachQuestion 1 to 15 carry one mark each. Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
1.
State the exact part of the female reproductive system where fertilization takes place. [1 mark]
P.6 • The Reproductive System
2.
Give one effect of thick clouds in the atmosphere. [1 mark]
P.4 • Weather Changes Around Us
3.
Why is the burning of dry paper classified as a chemical change? [1 mark]
P.5 • Types of Changes in the Environment
4.
Why does the water level in a measuring cylinder rise when a stone is completely immersed in it? [1 mark]
P.5 • Matter and Energy
5.
Name the farm structure used to hold cattle or goats firmly during hand spraying, drenching, or vaccination. [1 mark]
P.5 • Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs
6.
Why is wood ash regularly poured into the pit of a latrine or Ecosan toilet? [1 mark]
P.6 • Sanitation
7.
Identify one airborne bacterial disease that affects the human skeleton. [1 mark]
P.7 • The Muscular and Skeletal System
8.
State one way of preventing athlete's foot infection. [1 mark]
P.6 • Personal Hygiene
9.
State one way in which people can conserve non-renewable energy resources. [1 mark]
P.7 • Energy Resources in the Environment
10.
State one activity a school Science Club can undertake to combat environmental deforestation. [1 mark]
P.5 • Managing Changes in the Environment
11.
State the scientific function of the screen on top of the vent pipe of a VIP latrine. [1 mark]
P.6 • Sanitation
12.
Give one way of controlling the breeding of houseflies in a homestead. [1 mark]
P.6 • Sanitation
13.
To which phylum of invertebrates do insects, arachnids, and crustaceans belong? [1 mark]
P.6 • Classification of Animals
14.
Give any one example of a dual-purpose or heavy poultry breed. [1 mark]
P.5 • Keeping Poultry and Bees
15.
State one way in which school children can help their community control the spread of malaria. [1 mark]
P.5 • Control of Malaria
Section B: (Questions 16 to 20) — 20 Marks
4 Marks eachQuestion 16 to 20 carry four marks each. All answers must be written in the spaces provided.
16.
Structured & Practical Assessment Item
[4 MARKS]
P.5 • Crop Growing
(a) State any one danger of weeds to growing crops. (1 mark)
(b) Give any two cultural methods of controlling weeds in a garden. (2 marks)
(c) State one routine management practice carried out on climbing crops like tomatoes. (1 mark)
17.
Structured & Practical Assessment Item
[4 MARKS]
P.7 • The Muscular and Skeletal System
(a) What is a fracture?
(b) Distinguish between a simple fracture and a compound fracture.
(c) Give the main function of each of the following first aid items:
(i) Splints
(ii) Arm sling
18.
Structured & Practical Assessment Item
[4 MARKS]
P.6 • Sound Energy
Define the following scientific terms related to sound:
(a) Volume (1 mark)
(b) Pitch (1 mark)
(c) Frequency (1 mark)
(d) Echo (1 mark)
19.
Structured & Practical Assessment Item
[4 MARKS]
P.5 • Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs
A farmer noticed his goats were limping and producing a bad smell from their hooves:
(a) Which livestock disease is the farmer's herd likely suffering from? (1 mark)
(b) State the environmental condition in the goat pen that promotes this disease. (1 mark)
(c) Outline any two measures the farmer should take to control this disease. (2 marks)
20.
Structured & Practical Assessment Item
[4 MARKS]
P.5 • Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs
Livestock breeds have different commercial adaptations:
(a) Name the exotic goat breed kept primarily for high milk production. (1 mark)
(b) Which sheep breed is world-famous for producing fine wool? (1 mark)
(c) Give any two reasons why local indigenous goats like the Small East African goat are preferred by subsistence farmers. (2 marks)
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