GRADE 7

NATURAL SCIENCE

TERM 1

Subject Natural Science Total marks 80

Title Test Learner’s mark
Grade 7 Examiner Koenaite N.P
Term 2 Moderator Mr. Zulu
Date June Duration 1H30

Read all instructions carefully.

Instructions: 1. Follow the instructions clearly.

2. Answer all questions.

3. Number the answers correctly according to the numbering

. system.

4. Write neatly and legibly.

SECTION A

QUESTION1

Various options are provided as possible answers to the following questions.

Choose the correct answer by circling it.

1.1 The component of the biosphere related with the soil is

A. Lithosphere

B. Hydrosphere

C. Atmosphere

D. Ecosphere

1.2 The five-kingdom classification system used by scientists include:

A. Animalia; Plantae; Fungi; Viruses; Bacteria

B. Animalia; Plantae; Fungi; Monera; Carnivore

C. Animalia; Plantae; Fungi; Protista; Bacteria

D. Animalia; Plantae; Fungi; Protista; Monera

1.3 Which reproductive structures are produced by flowering plants?

A. Sori

B. Seeds

C. Sperms

D. Spores

1.4 are animals that can survive both on land and in water.

A. Amphibians

B. Reptiles

C. Mollusca

D. Arthropods
1.5 is the stage where males and females reach sexual maturity.

A. Puberty

B. Egg cell

C. DNA

D. Sperm

(5)

QUESTION 2 –( MATCH THE COLUMS)

Match the given information in column B with the term given in column A. Write the

letter of the answer that you have chosen in the space provided.

Column A Column B
1. Flexibility A. The process of changing from a
liquid to a gas because of particles on
the surface of the liquid escape into
the atmosphere.
2. Evaporation B. The process of changing from a
gas to a liquid.
3. Mixture C. An impure substance made up of
two or more substances.
4. Condensation D. Can be sorted by hand and colour
when separating.
5. Wine-gum sweets & Astro’s E. Materials can be bend easily
without breaking.

F. Animals that feed on other animals.

(5)

QUESTION 3 (TERMINOLOGY)

Write down the correct word/term for each of the following description.

3.1 The method in which a filter is used to separate a solid from liquid.
____________________

3.2 Stage in human development when the body changes from a child to an
adult.________________

3.3 The process in which waste material are broken down into different parts and
reused to make new products.________________
3.4 When two or more substances with different physical properties are mixed
together.___________________

3.5 When a substance changes from a solid to a liquid.___________ (5)

SECTION B

QUESTION 4

(LIFE AND LIVING)

The following pictures demonstrate examples of Angiosperms and Gymnosperms.

Study them and answer the question that follows:

Gymnosperm Angiosperm

4.1 Tabulate two differences between Gymnosperms and Angiosperms.

Gymnosperm Angiosperm

(4)

4.2 Compare the monocotyledons and cotyledons. Write down the comparisons in
the table below.

Monocotyledons Dicotyledons
Leaves

Root system
 Flowers

(6)

QUESTION 5

(SEXUAL REPRODUCTION)

Pollination and seed dispersal

Plant A Plant B

5.1 Name the agent of pollination as illustrated by...

(a) Plant A (2)

(b) Plant B

5.2 Explain how the stamen and stigma of Plant A help with the plant’s method of
pollination. (3)

SECTION C

QUESTION 6
(HUMAN REPRODUCTION)

6.1 Define the following terms

6.1.1 Puberty

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________________________________________________________________ (2)

6.1.2 Name two changes that can be experienced by boys or girls during puberty.

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________________________________________________________________(2)

6.1.3 Name two risks involved when teenagers become sexually active.

___________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________(2)

6.1.4 Condoms are an example of a contraceptive. List two benefits of condoms.

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________________________________________________________________(2)

6.1.5 Explain why a pregnant woman should eat a healthy diet and not take drugs or
drink alcohol.

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________________________________________________________________(2)

QUESTION7

(MATTER AND MATERIALS)

7.1 Name 6 methods of physical separation and explain or describe any two of the

Separations (10)

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____________________________________________________________(12)

7.2 What method would you use to separate each of the following mixtures? In each
case, give a reason for your answer.

7.2.1 The red colour in red petals.________________________________________

______________________________________________________________ (2)

7.2.2 Iron filings and water._____________________________________________

______________________________________________________________ (2)

7.2.3 Alcohol and water.______________________________________________

________________________________________________________________ (2)

7.2.4 Beans and buttons.______________________________________________

________________________________________________________________ (2)

QUESTION 8

(ACIDS, BASES AND NEUTRALS)

8.1 Arrange the following substances into the correct columns. The first one are an
example and has been done for you.

Water, vinegar, washing powder, sugar, salt, bleach, lemon juice,

toothpaste

ACID BASE NEUTRAL

Water

(7)

8.2 Give three properties of acids.

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___________________________________ (3)

8.3 Give three properties of bases.

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___________________________________ (3)

QUESTION 9

NB: Use the PERIODIC TABLE to answer the following questions.

9.1. Complete the table below by adding the elements to their correct categories.

H, Si, Ca

Metal Semimetals Non-metals

9.1.1 9.1.2 9.1.3

(3)

9.2 Give the names of the following elements.

9.2.1 Mg
9.2.2 C
9.2.3 O
9.2.4 He
(4)

TOTAL =80