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Question 1 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Sound Energy

📌 UNEB PLE 2024, Question 49

(a) Mention any one example of musical instruments in each of the groups below:

(i) String instrument

(ii) Percussion instrument

(b) Name any two methods of storing sound.

Question 2 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Classification of Animals

📌 UNEB PLE 2024, Question 50

(a) State the name of insects that live and work together.

(b) Give any one way in which insects are useful to people.

(c) State any two human activities that are dangerous to insects in the environment.

Question 3 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

The diagram below shows a simple setup of making water clean. Study and use it to answer the questions that follow:

[ Water poured here ]

↓

|~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~|
| Coarse Stones |  <--- Container T
\               /
\  Clean Water/
\___________/

↓

[---------]
|    S    |     <--- Container S
|_________|

(a) Name the method used above.

(b) Apart from coarse stones, name any two other local materials that can be placed in container T.

(c) Why should the clean water obtained in container S be boiled before drinking?

Question 4 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) Name one plant material from which local salt can be prepared at home.

(b) State the physical method used to prepare local salt from ash.

(c) Give any two ways in which the local salt prepared at home is useful to people.

Question 5 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

The diagram below shows a simple water purification system. Study and use it to answer the questions that follow:

Swampy water ──► Filtered ──► Point W ──► Stored in the jerrycan

(a) Name any one activity that can be done to water at Point W.

(b) Why is swampy water filtered before being taken to Point W?

(c) State the importance of passing water through Point W.

(d) Mention any one other activity that can be done to swampy water before being taken to Point W to make it clear.

Question 6 • Section B [2 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

State the importance of the following steps in cleaning clothes at home:

(i) Sorting

(ii) Soaking

Question 7 • Section B [2 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

Name the step used in cleaning clothes that:

(a) Removes excess water from the clothes.

(b) Removes soapy water from the washed garments.

Question 8 • Section B [3 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) What is meant by the term silting?

(b) State the major cause of silting in water bodies.

(c) Apart from killing fish, give one way in which silting affects aquatic life.

Question 9 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

Match the laundry terms in Part A with their correct scientific meanings in Part B:

Sorting

Wringing

Rinsing

Soaking

Question 10 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Science at Home and in Our Community

📌 Kolfram National Mock Championship 2024, Question 46

(a) Give the meaning of the term siltation (silting).

(b) Identify the major cause of siltation.

(c) State any two effects of siltation in water bodies.

Question 11 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Accidents and First Aid

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

A child suddenly removed the cover of a saucepan full of boiling water. One of the child's arms was injured.

(a) Name the exact substance that injured the child.

(b) What kind of accident did the child get?

(c) State the first aid you would immediately give to the child.

(d) Give any one way in which the child would avoid the accident mentioned in (b) above.

Question 12 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Accidents and First Aid

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) State the difference between drowning and near drowning.

(b) Give any two common causes of near drowning.

(c) State any one way you can help save a near-drowned casualty.

Question 13 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Accidents and First Aid

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) Why should a first aider never induce vomiting in a casualty who has swallowed paraffin or kerosene?

(b) What first aid should be given to a paraffin poisoning victim?

(c) How should a first aider manage a non-corrosive poisoning casualty?

Question 14 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Accidents and First Aid

📌 National Primary Science Evaluation Series 2025, Section B Question

(a) Name the kind of water recommended to be used when tepid sponging a casualty of high fever.

(b) State the scientific reason why the water mentioned in (a) is used instead of very cold water.

(c) Mention any two signs of dysentery in humans.

Question 15 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Sanitation

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

Study the waste transmission elements below and answer the questions that follow:

Faeces ──► Vector (Fly) ──► Food ──► Fingers ──► Healthy Person

(a) What scientific name is given to the disease-spreading pathway shown above?

(b) Give any two examples of communicable diarrhoeal diseases spread through this pathway.

(c) State any one physical activity done at home to block vectors from accessing Food.

Question 16 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Sanitation

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) What physical condition results when a patient passes out watery stools many times a day?

(b) State two physical signs of the condition mentioned in (a) above.

(c) What first aid treatment is given to a victim of the condition in (a) to restore balance?

Question 17 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 Sanitation

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) Give the difference between an Ordinary Pit Latrine and a VIP Latrine in terms of structural coverings.

(b) What material is used in an Ecosan latrine to dry human waste, and what is its role?

(c) State one major maintenance rule for a Water Closet (Flush Toilet) bowl.

Question 18 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 The Reproductive System

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) State the difference between identical twins and fraternal twins in terms of fertilization.

(b) State any two physical characteristics unique to identical twins.

Question 19 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 The Reproductive System

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) Name the male sex hormone responsible for secondary sex changes during puberty.

(b) Mention two secondary physical changes that occur only in boys during puberty.

(c) Name any one secondary physical change that is common to both boys and girls during puberty.

Question 20 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 The Reproductive System

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

Match the reproductive structures in Part A with their correct physiological functions in Part B:

Epididymis

Scrotum

Cervix

Vas deferens

Question 21 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 The Reproductive System

📌 P.6 Science Coursebook • Term 3 Evaluation Activity

(a) State the difference between vasectomy and tubal ligation as methods of family planning.

(b) Why is the use of condoms highly recommended during family planning compared to other methods?

(c) Name one natural family planning method.

Question 22 • Section B [4 Marks] P.6 The Reproductive System

📌 National Pre-PLE Mock Championship 2025, Question 55

(a) Write down any two disorders that affect the male reproductive system.

(b) State any one advantage of child spacing to a mother in a family.

(c) Give any one reason why females are highly affected by HIV/AIDS during intercourse.

Question 23 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Types of Changes in the Environment

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

Study the experimental setups below showing nails left in four test tubes for five days:

(a) In which test tube did the nail rust fastest? (1 mark)

(b) Why didn't the nail in Test-Tube B (boiled water + oil) rust? (1 mark)

(c) What was the purpose of Test-Tube C containing anhydrous calcium chloride? (1 mark)

(d) State the two environmental conditions necessary for iron to rust. (1 mark)

Question 24 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Types of Changes in the Environment

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

(a) State the difference between a physical change and a biological change. (1 mark)

(b) Give any two examples of physical changes involving heat gain. (2 marks)

(c) Name the physical process that occurs when morning dew turns into water vapour as the sun rises. (1 mark)

Question 25 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Types of Changes in the Environment

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

Human activities bring about changes in the environment:

(a) Define the term afforestation. (1 mark)

(b) Give any two reasons why people cut down trees on a large scale (deforestation). (2 marks)

(c) State one way in which cutting down trees leads to severe environmental flooding. (1 mark)

Question 26 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Types of Changes in the Environment

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

A Primary 5 pupil heated a tin can with water, sealed it tightly, and poured cold water on it.

(a) What happened to the tin can? (1 mark)

(b) Explain why that happened to the can. (2 marks)

(c) Which physical state transition occurred inside the can? (1 mark)

Question 27 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

The diagram below represents housing and management in goat farming:

(a) State the role of guard rails in a farrowing pen. (1 mark)

(b) Why should the floor of a goat shed be made of wooden slats raised off the ground? (1 mark)

(c) Name any two routine operations carried out in a livestock crush. (2 marks)

Question 28 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

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)

Question 29 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

Measly pork is a serious public health problem in Uganda:

(a) What causes measly pork in pigs? (1 mark)

(b) Name the parasite whose larvae cause this condition. (1 mark)

(c) State any two ways a community can prevent tapeworm transmission from pigs to humans. (2 marks)

Question 30 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Keeping Goats, Sheep, and Pigs

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

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)

Question 31 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Food and Nutrition

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

The table below shows two children suffering from malnutrition:

(a) Name the deficiency disease Child X is suffering from if he has swollen feet, moon face, and reddish hair. (1 mark)

(b) Name the deficiency disease Child Y is suffering from if he has extreme wasting, visible ribs, and an old person's face. (1 mark)

(c) What nutrient is severely lacking in Child X's diet? (1 mark)

(d) Give any one food you would feed Child X to cure this condition. (1 mark)

Question 32 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Food and Nutrition

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

Weaning is an important milestone in infant growth:

(a) Define the term weaning. (1 mark)

(b) At what age should weaning start? (1 mark)

(c) Why should weaning NOT start earlier than this recommended age? (1 mark)

(d) State one danger of feeding a weaning child on plain maize porridge without enriching it. (1 mark)

Question 33 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Food and Nutrition

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

Vulnerable groups have special dietary requirements:

(a) Why is a convalescent person classified as a vulnerable individual? (1 mark)

(b) Which class of food should be increased in a convalescent's diet? (1 mark)

(c) State the nutritional role of dietary roughage in human digestion. (1 mark)

(d) Name any one local food source rich in dietary roughage. (1 mark)

Question 34 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Food and Nutrition

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

(a) What is colostrum? (1 mark)

(b) State two benefits of colostrum to a newborn infant. (2 marks)

(c) Name the condition that results from a severe lack of Iodine in the diet. (1 mark)

Question 35 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Primary Health Care (PHC)

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

The diagram below shows a sanitary homestead structure:

(a) Name the structure described as a raised wooden rack used for drying utensils. (1 mark)

(b) Give two reasons why washed plates should be dried on this structure rather than on the ground. (2 marks)

(c) How does direct sunlight assist in the sanitation of utensils on this rack? (1 mark)

Question 36 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Primary Health Care (PHC)

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

Primary Health Care involves responsibilities at different levels:

(a) State any one role of an individual in promoting PHC. (1 mark)

(b) State any one role of a school in promoting PHC. (1 mark)

(c) Mention any two roles played by Village Health Teams (VHTs) in a community. (2 marks)

Question 37 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Primary Health Care (PHC)

📌 P.5 Science Coursebook (Term 3)

A Ventilated Improved Pit (VIP) latrine is an improvement over an ordinary pit latrine:

(a) State the function of the tall vent pipe on a VIP latrine. (1 mark)

(b) What is the purpose of the wire fly screen placed at the top of the vent pipe? (1 mark)

(c) Give any two reasons why a VIP latrine does not smell as badly as an ordinary pit latrine. (2 marks)

Question 38 • Section B [4 Marks] P.5 Primary Health Care (PHC)

📌 UNEB PLE Science Past Papers

(a) Write down the full meaning of the abbreviation PHC. (1 mark)

(b) State any two core principles of Primary Health Care. (2 marks)

(c) Why is Primary Health Care considered more economical for developing nations like Uganda than curative hospital care? (1 mark)

Question 39 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 The Muscular and Skeletal System

📌 PLE 2024 Section B (Q54)

(a) Name the two voluntary muscles found in the human upper arm.

(b) Give any one function of muscles in the human body.

(c) State any one importance of maintaining correct body posture in humans.

Question 40 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 The Muscular and Skeletal System

📌 Integrated Science Guide

(a) Mention two connective tissues found at a movable joint in the human skeleton.

(b) State the difference in function between a tendon and a ligament.

(c) State any two ways in which friction is reduced at a movable joint.

Question 41 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 The Muscular and Skeletal System

📌 Standard Science Test

The diagram below illustrates a Primary 7 wooden teaching arm model:

[Upper Wood] connected by a [Hinge] to [Lower Wood], with [Cord] and [Rubber Band].

(a) Which bone in the human arm is represented by the upper wood?

(b) Name the muscle represented by: (i) Cord (ii) Rubber band

(c) What anatomical joint is represented by the hinge?

Question 42 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 The Muscular and Skeletal System

📌 BOT 2 2024 Marking Guide

(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

Question 43 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 The Muscular and Skeletal System

📌 PLE Mock Series

(a) Name the five regions of the human vertebral column in order from neck to tail.

(b) Give the number of vertebrae in: (i) Cervical region (ii) Lumbar region

(c) State the function of the human vertebral column.

Question 44 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 Electricity

📌 PLE 2023 Item 44

(a) State the difference between static electricity and current electricity.

(b) Describe how static charges are produced on a plastic ruler.

(c) State two safety precautions taken to protect tall school buildings against lightning strikes.

Question 45 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 Electricity

📌 PLE 2022 Item 48

The diagram represents a simple dry cell:

(a) Name the parts marked:

(i) Outer metal casing

(ii) Central black rod

(b) What is the function of the ammonium chloride paste?

(c) Why does a dry cell eventually lose power (go flat)?

Question 46 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 Electricity

📌 Jinja Diocesan Mocks Item 46

(a) Draw schematic circuit symbols for:

(i) A cell

(ii) An open switch

(b) State two advantages of connecting domestic lights in parallel rather than in series.

Question 47 • Section B [4 Marks] P.7 Electricity

📌 National Candidate Drill Item 44

(a) What is a short circuit?

(b) State two common causes of short circuits in residential houses.

(c) Why should water never be used to extinguish an electrical fire?

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