FIRST WRITTEN TEST IN SCIENCE 10

QUARTER 3, SY 2021-2022

Instructions: Read each question carefully and write the correct answer in a
separate sheet of paper, or in the answer sheet provided to you. Do not write anything
on this test questionnaire.

1. Our body is composed of organ systems that work together to make a complete
and functional organism. What organ system is specialized for the production of
offspring?
A. Nervous System
B. Digestive System
C. Respiratory System
D. Reproductive System

2. Which of the following refer to chemicals accountable for the stimulation or

regulation of the cells’ and organs’ activity?
A. Enzymes
B. Glands
C. Gonads
D. Hormones

3. The female reproductive system includes both external and internal structures.
Which of the following structures contain the external genitalia?
A. Ovary
B. Oviduct
C. Urethra
D. Vagina

4. The female reproductive system is composed of structures which functions

differently. Which of the following statements best describes the function of
uterus?
A. It produces egg cells.
B. It is the place where the egg is fertilized.
C. It serves as a home to a developing fetus.
D. It receives the male’s penis during mating.

5. If you were travelling in a miniaturized ship through the male reproductive system,
from the testis to urethra, which structures would you pass along the way, and in
what order?
A. Epididymis, Seminal Vesicle, Vas Deferens
B. Epididymis, Vas Deferens, Seminal Vesicle
C. Vas Deferens, Epididymis, Seminal Vesicle
D. Vas Deferens, Seminal Vesicle, Epididymis

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6. Which of the following situations does testosterone serve as an aid in gaining more
muscular strength?
A. Kris, who experiences erectile dysfunction, does Testosterone therapy
(TRT) as recommended to him.
B. Ryan, who found out he has low sperm count, takes testosterone
medications as a solution to it.
C. Christopher, an athlete, takes steroids that contain testosterone or other
similar compound when he is training.
D. Henry, 55 years old, takes testosterone medications because he believes
that it makes him feel younger and more vigorous.

7. Susan, 51 years of age, suffers from night sweats, mood swings, wrinkling of skin,
and fewer periods. According to her healthcare provider, this is because of the fall
of her estrogen level. What do you think is Susan experiencing?
A. She is having pregnancy issues.
B. She is nearing her menopausal stage.
C. She is experiencing Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS).
D. She is showing symptoms of a Sexually Transmitted Disease (STD).

8. On the onset of puberty, the human male and female reproductive systems are
controlled by hormones. For males, the major and most active is testosterone.
Which of the following best describes the functions of testosterone?
I. Stimulates spermatogenesis
II. Associated with sex drive levels
III. Stimulates secretion of FSH and LH

A. I only
B. II only
C. I and II
D. II and III only

9. Sperm production requires a slightly lower temperature than the human body that
is why the scrotum hangs loosely outside the body cavity. What happens when the
testis fails to descend?
A. It leads to sterility.
B. The scrotum will swell.
C. It doesn’t affect the sperm development.
D. The glands will stop providing liquid in which the sperm can swim.

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10. Luteinizing Hormones, also referred to as LH, are one of the hormones that
regulates the function of a specific organ of the body. Will you classify LH as an
important component in the reproductive system?
A. Yes, because it plays a vital role in ovulation for females, and testosterone
production in males.
B. Yes, because it is the one responsible for the development of female
secondary sex characteristics at puberty.
C. No, because only testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone are the
important component in the reproductive system.
D. No, because our reproductive system can function the same even without
LH.

11. Teacher Anna is discussing Roles of Hormones in the Reproductive System. Upon
review, a student answers that pituitary gland produces progesterone for female.
Is the student’s answer correct?
A. Yes, pituitary gland produces progesterone for female.
B. Yes, but pituitary gland produces progesterone for both male and female.
C. No, pituitary gland does not produce progesterone as it produces estrogen
only.
D. No, pituitary gland is not the one that produces progesterone for female, it
is the ovary.

12. The Department of Education (DepEd) is rolling out Comprehensive Sexuality

Education (CSE) in schools. This is an age-appropriate, curriculum-based
process of teaching the cognitive, emotional, physical and social aspects of
sexuality. CSE will be integrated into the Kinder to Grade 12 curriculum and
discussed in various school subjects. What concept can you formulate from this?
A. The government advertise sex so people will try it.
B. The Philippines has the highest rate of teenage pregnancies among ASEAN
countries.
C. Education is the most powerful protection that’s why the government is
intensifying their advocacy.
D. Unprotected sex can be dangerous to our health that ultimately leads to
diseases and complications.

13. Tens of thousands of women are hospitalized each year for complications from
unsafe abortion. Improved access to contraceptive services is what the government
is aiming. As a student, in what ways can you help the government in spreading
information about contraceptive use?
A. I will tell people that abortion is bad for the health and it ultimately leads
to complications in the body.
B. I promise not to engage in abortion so it’s okay even if I will not help in
raising awareness about contraceptive use.
C. I will participate in webinars, video presentations, or vlogs that increase
awareness about the importance of contraceptive use.
D. I will choose not to be involved in any campaign about contraceptive use
because it is too early for me to be involved in movements like these.
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14. Which of the following is the term used to describe the end of a woman’s normal
menstrual function?
A. Menarche
B. Menopause
C. Menstruation
D. Menstrual Cycle

15. The menstrual cycle is a complex biological process and is divided into four (4)
phases. What happens during ovulation?
A. A sperm fertilizes an egg.
B. The ovary releases an ovum.
C. A zygote becomes an embryo.
D. A follicle releases the hormone FSH.

16. Menstruation is the monthly shedding of the lining of the uterus when there is
no implantation of an embryo. The following statements are true about
menstruation and menstrual cycle, EXCEPT:
A. During menstruation, the endometrium breaks down.
B. Absence of menstruation always indicates an active pregnancy.
C. In a normal 28-day menstrual cycle, the average duration is between three
(3) days and one (1) week.
D. There are some menstrual cycles that are as short as 21 days or as long
as 35 days, which are normal.

17. Which of the following represents the correct order of events during the menstrual
cycle?

I. Ovulation occurs II. Menstrual blood discharges

III. Egg develops IV. Thickening of lining of

uterus

Figure 1. The Menstrual Cycle

(Source: https://www.teachervision.com/reproductive-system/what-menstrual-cycle)

A. I, II, III, IV
B. II, III, I, IV
C. II, III, IV, I
D. II, IV, III, I
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18. Sheila is having her menstruation. What should she do in order to practice proper
menstrual hygiene?
A. Discard used sanitary pads anywhere.
B. Keep the female genital area clean and dry.
C. Change sanitary pads or napkins once a day only.
D. Use harsh soap when washing the genital area to surely remove the odor
caused by the menstrual flow.

19. You are a nurse working on a maternity hospital. You are attending to a patient
who is about to give birth. You noticed that she is extremely anxious. You asked
her why, and she told you that she is nervous as it is her first-time giving birth.
With your knowledge on feedback mechanism and homeostasis, what advice can
you give to your patient to help her calm down?
A. Tell her your personal experience when it comes to giving birth.
B. Just completely ignore the patient and focus more on your work.
C. Talk to her about the things she finds interesting to divert her attention.
D. Explain to her how nerve cells and oxytocin hormones help during labor
contractions.

20. Menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea) are throbbing or cramping pains in the lower
abdomen. Many women have menstrual cramps just before and during their
menstrual periods. What do you think is the science behind this?
A. Mature egg is released from the surface of the ovary.
B. The development of follicles stimulates the lining of the uterus to thicken.
C. Uterus contracts to help expel its lining when fertilization did not happen.
D. Increased levels of luteinizing hormone (LH) are being released by the
pituitary gland.

21. The body maintains its state of balance or homeostasis through a control system
activated by many feedback systems. Which of the following statements best
describes how these feedback mechanisms are involved in regulating processes
in the female reproductive system?
I. During the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, estrogen released from
the follicle triggers the release of luteinizing hormone (LH) from the anterior
pituitary gland.
II. During the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle, luteinizing hormone (LH)
activates the corpus luteum to secrete estrogen and progesterone.
III. The follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) stimulates the ovarian follicle,
causing an egg to mature.

A. I only
B. I and II
C. II and III
D. I, II, and III

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School: La Paz National High School Sukdanan
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22. A biologist made a hypothesis that the pituitary and the ovary both influence the
uterine cycle in females. Which of the following observations would best support
this hypothesis?
A. The removal of the pituitary is followed by death.
B. The removal of the ovary can greatly affect the menstrual cycle.
C. The removal of the ovary is followed by a non-functioning pituitary.
D. The uterine development takes place only when both pituitary and ovary
are present.

23. Average menstruation lasts around three (3) days to one (1) week. It’s been three
(3) consecutive months that your period lasts for more days than the usual.
Should you start worrying already?
A. Yes, there may be complications inside. Consultation with a doctor is
recommended.
B. Yes, but nothing can be done. It’s how your body works.
C. No, it’s still too early to say that there are complications in your body.
D. No, it’s completely normal.

24. To maintain normal cell functions, required amounts of substances needed by

the body have to be relatively constant. What concept can you formulate based
on this?
A. Negative feedback is a control system to reduce or minimize changes of the
body.
B. The nervous system and the endocrine system play an important role for
feedback mechanism.
C. Positive feedback is a control system that uses information from sensors
to increase the rate of processes.
D. When there are changes within the body, the organ systems work together
to revive the body to its normal state.

25. You often hear the elders say that taking a bath during menstruation is
prohibited. You wondered why and started searching for concepts that can give
explanation to this old belief. What best hypothesis can you formulate after
gathering some information?
A. Bathing has many positive effects on our mood, stress levels, and more.
B. If you wear a pad, make sure to pre-clean your pubic area before bathing.
C. Sitting in bathwater can be relaxing but it’s not the most hygienic way of
cleaning your body.
D. There is no reason not to wash your hair, take a bath, or shower while
you're having your period. In fact, a warm bath can help ease cramps.

Test Developer: Honey Faith M. Galindo DepEd-Caraga

School: La Paz National High School Sukdanan
Email Address: [email protected] Standardized Assessment