Develop a test for 20 marks in your area of specialization (natural science).

Question

The test must have 5 gradable items minimum (5 items/questions minimum that can be graded in the test). The items should have at least three different types of test items.
Develop an assessment tool (marking guide) for the test.

Remember that this should be like a test you would give learners in a school.

Answer 1

Test: Natural Science

Total Marks: 20

Instructions:
1. This test consists of 5 questions.
2. Answer all the questions.
3. Each question carries equal marks.
4. Write your answers in the space provided.
5. Read the questions carefully before answering.

Question 1: Multiple Choice (4 marks)
Choose the correct option for the following questions by circling the corresponding letter.

1. Which of the following is an example of a renewable resource?
a) Coal
b) Natural gas
c) Solar energy
d) Nuclear energy

2. Which of the following is a characteristic of a solid?
a) Definite shape and volume
b) Definite shape, but no definite volume
c) No definite shape or volume
d) No definite shape, but definite volume

3. What is the process by which plants make food called?
a) Respiration
b) Photosynthesis
c) Transpiration
d) Decomposition

4. What is the unit of measurement used for electric current?
a) Ampere
b) Volt
c) Watt
d) Ohm

Question 2: Short Answer (4 marks)
Answer the following questions briefly and concisely.

1. Define the term 'force' in science.
Answer: _______________________________________________________

2. List three states of matter.
Answer: _______________________________________________________

3. What is the function of the mitochondria in a cell?
Answer: _______________________________________________________

4. Give one example of a chemical change.
Answer: _______________________________________________________

Question 3: Diagram Analysis (4 marks)
Study the diagram below and answer the questions that follow.

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1. What part of a plant cell does diagram 1 represent?
Answer: _______________________________________________________

2. Identify the letter corresponding to the animal cell organelle represented in diagram 2.
Answer: _______________________________________________________

3. What is the relationship between the plant cell organelle represented in diagram 1 and the animal cell organelle represented in diagram 2?
Answer: _______________________________________________________

4. Which structure allows substances to pass between the plant and animal cells in the diagram?
Answer: _______________________________________________________

Question 4: Fill in the Blanks (4 marks)
Complete the sentences with appropriate scientific terms.

1. The process of converting a solid into a liquid is called ____________.
2. The ____________ is the basic building block of matter.
3. A ____________ is a tool used for magnifying small objects.
4. A ____________ is a device that produces and emits light.

Question 5: Practical Application (4 marks)
Read the scenario below and answer the questions that follow.

Scenario: You are stranded on an island with limited freshwater sources. You have access to two methods of obtaining drinking water: distillation and filtration. Discuss which method would be the most effective and explain your reasoning.

1. Which method of obtaining drinking water is more suitable for the given scenario?
Answer: _______________________________________________________

2. Explain your reasoning for choosing the method mentioned in question 5.1.
Answer: _______________________________________________________

Assessment Tool (Marking Guide):

Question 1: Multiple Choice (4 marks)
- Correctly answered all 4 questions: 4 marks
- Correctly answered 3 questions: 3 marks
- Correctly answered 2 questions: 2 marks
- Correctly answered 1 question: 1 mark
- No correct answers: 0 marks

Question 2: Short Answer (4 marks)
- Provided accurate and complete answers to all 4 questions: 4 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 3 questions: 3 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 2 questions: 2 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 1 question: 1 mark
- No correct answers: 0 marks

Question 3: Diagram Analysis (4 marks)
- Provided accurate and complete answers to all 4 questions: 4 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 3 questions: 3 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 2 questions: 2 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 1 question: 1 mark
- No correct answers: 0 marks

Question 4: Fill in the Blanks (4 marks)
- Provided accurate and complete answers to all 4 questions: 4 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 3 questions: 3 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 2 questions: 2 marks
- Provided accurate and complete answers to 1 question: 1 mark
- No correct answers: 0 marks

Question 5: Practical Application (4 marks)
- Provided a well-reasoned response supporting the chosen method and explained with clear reasoning: 4 marks
- Provided a response supporting the chosen method, but with limited or unclear reasoning: 3 marks
- Provided a response supporting the incorrect method, but with some reasoning: 2 marks
- Provided a response supporting the incorrect method with no or unclear reasoning: 1 mark
- No response or irrelevant response: 0 marks

Note: The grading scale for each question is flexible and can be adjusted based on the specific answers provided.