CEBU TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY

Naga-San Fernando Campus

Licensure Exam for Teachers 2018

Gen Ed Practice Test in Science

1. What do users of electricity pay for?

a. Time for using the electricity
b. Electrical energy used
c. Current though the applications
d. Electrical power consumed
2. Which law of motion explains what happens every time we walk?
a. Universal gravitation c. acceleration
b. Interaction d. inertia
3. The tremendous energy of the sun is produced through atomic ___________.
a. Fission c. disintegration
b. Radiation d. fusion
4. The force required to maintain an object at a constant speed in free space is equal to____________.
a. Force required to stop it c. zero
b. Mass of the object d. weight of the object
5. Which structure closes the opening in the larynx while we are swallowing?
a. Glottis c. Epiglottis
b. Septum d. pharynx
6. The union of an egg and sperm in an artificial environment such as a test tube or laboratory dish is called
__________.
a. Embryonic induction c. in vitro fertilization
b. Internal fertilization d. conception
7. The point in the earth’s orbit is farthest from the sun is called ___________.
a. Parallux c. perigee
b. Aphelion d. perihelion
8. Which has greater density, a lake full of water or a cup full of water?
a. Not enough information
b. The cup full of water
c. They have the same density
d. The lake full of water
9. In an aquarium, which abiotic factor may affect the continuous increase in fish population?
a. Available space c. oxygen in the water
b. Amount of carbon dioxide d. available food
10. Steam burns are more damaging than burns caused by boiling water because steam _________.
a. Is vapour of water molecules during boiling
b. Occupies more space than water during boiling
c. Has more energy per kilogram than boiling water
d. Has a higher temperature than the boiling water
11. Climate in a particular region is greatly affected by ______________.
a. Atmospheric pressure and wind
b. Rainfall and atmospheric pressure
c. Temperature and rain fall
d. Wind and temperature
12. Why is a dam built wider at the bottom than at the top?
a. To withstand the greater pressure at the bottom
b. It holds up the dam better than the at the center
c. To balance the pressure at the top
d. It anchors the dam better
13. Which of the following shows mechanical weathering on rocks?
a. Formation of caverns
b. Acids dissolve rocks
c. Freezing water between rocks particles
d. Iron in rocks combine with oxygen
14. Ants and honeybees exhibit a “caste system” in which each member has a specific duty to perform. This is referred to
as ______________.
a. Morphology system c. Polymorphism
b. Adaptive system d. Matamorphism
15. Which hormone promotes the development of secondary male sexual characteristics?
a. Progesterone c. Estrogen
 b. Testosterone d. gonads

16. If an object has kinetic energy, then it also must have _____________.
a. Impulse c. momentum
b. Acceleration d. force
17. Two pots of the same size are filled with boiling water. One pot is colored white and the other is black. In which pot
will water cool faster?
a. In the black pot c. both pots will cool at the same rate
b. In the white pot d. in both pots

18. With old age the bone mass decrease especially in the vertebral column which causes it to collapse. What is this
syndrome called?
a. Osteocytes c. osteocyclosis
b. Osteoporosis d. osteoblasts
19. Physical traits are transmitted from parents to offsprings through ___________.
a. Genes c. gametes
b. Chromosomes d. alleles
20. Which pigments of flowers and fruits are responsible for their change in color upon reaching maturity?
a. Chloroplasts c. Carotinoids
b. Tucoxanthin d. phycocyanins
21. At present, a patient fights cancer either through surgery or by subjecting him/her to a drug treatment called
______________.
a. Irradiation c. viral treatment
b. Immune therapy d. chemotherapy
22. As the earth revolves, due to the tilting of its axis what natural phenomena occur?
a. Global warming c. Weather
b. Day and night d. seasons
23. Which of the iron-containing compounds gives the red corpuscles its color?
a. Albumin c. Hemoglobla
b. Serum globulin d. fibrinogen
24. The rocks brought by astronauts from the moon were found to be approximately ____________ billion years old.
a. 5.5 c. 4.5
b. 2.5 d. 1.5
25. What important metallic elements are found at the inner core of the earth?
a. Phosphorous and silicon c. Iron and nickel
b. Iron and silicon d. Magnesium and potassium
26. Why do we see the sun rise in the east?
a. The sun is stationary in the east c. The earth rotates from east to west
b. The earth revolves clockwise d. The earth rotates from west to east
27. Which connective tissue makes up the tip of our nose and external ear?
a. Tendon c. Cartilage
b. Ligament d. Tough cords
28. If you lose your direction while travelling at night, which star should you look for and in what constellation?
I. Polaris
II. Rigel
III. Ursa minor
IV. Ursa major

a. I and IV c. II and III

b. II and IV d. I and III
29. Riders in a bus are pushed forward during a sudden stop. Which law of motion provides an explanation?
a. Hooke’s Law c. Law of Interaction
b. Law of Universal Gravitation d. Law of Inertia
30. Which part of the brain controls heartbeat, breathing and digestion?
a. Cerebellum c. Cerebrum
b. Hypothalamus d. Medulla oblongata
31. The two minerals that are needed for bone and tooth formation and blood clotting are__________.
a. Sodium and iron c. calcium and phosphorous
b. Calcium and potassium d. iron and iodine
32. What type of joints are found in our knees and fingers?
a. Hinge c. Pivot
b. Ball and socket d. Sliding

33. Bile is secreted by the liver and is stored in the ____________.

a. Kidney c. gall bladder
 b. Small intestines d. pancreas

34. In our daily weather forecast, the region where two tropical wind systems converge characterizes by showers and
widespread thunderstorm is called _________.
a. Local disturbance c. intertropical convergence zone
b. Warm and cold fronts d. tradewinds
35. Which hormone promotes the development of secondary female sex characteristics?
a. Progesterone c. Testosterone
b. Gonads d. Estrogen
36. Today, a computerized machine could send regular electrical impulses to the heart muscles in order for it to beat
rhytimatically. This machine is called ___________.
a. Homeostatic machine c. pressure maker
b. Pacemaker d. heart implant
37. Organisms that can manufacture their own food are called _____________.
a. Carnivores c. omnivores
b. Autotrophs d. hetetrophs
38. Which is an adverse effect of deforestation?
a. Increase in atmospheric humidity
b. Cause flooding in the lowlands
c. Paves way for human settlements
d. Contributes to greenhouse effect
39. What is the difference between the highest and the lowest note on the piano?
a. Highest note is always a softer sound
b. Highest note has more vibrations per second
c. Lowest note is always a louder sound
d. Lowest note has more vibrations per second
40. Which of the following organisms are capable of emitting light, hence described as bioluminescent?
a. Lichens c. Blue-green algae
b. Diatoms d. Dinoflagellates
41. Stress and probably family and work pressures gave her a __________ appearance.
A. Lanky B. Haggard C. Easy-going D. Superstitious
42. Her fondness of reading mystery novels and fairy tales made her __________.
A. Superstitious B. Gullible C. Easy-going D. Trustworthy
43. What is the most significant cause of dwindling biodiversity?
A. Large plant consumption C. Destruction of habitat
B. Global warming D. Depletion of ozone layer
44. The existence of extraterrestrial life may never be proven, but this idea will become more scientifically acceptable over time if
__________.
a. alternative hypotheses are proposed and confirmed C. no one disputes this idea in scientific forum
b. hypotheses are made related to the idea D. increasing scientific evidence supports the idea
45. Teacher Jen showed the class the potted plants placed on the window sills. She asked them to observe the direction of their growth.
The pupils observed that the plants tended to grow outward. Then Teacher Jen asked the class this question: “Why do you think
they grow outward?” What was Teacher Jen engaging the pupils to do?
A. Observe C. Draw conclusion
B. Formulate hypotheses D. Design an experiment
46. Which of the following activities help reduce water pollution?
A. Throwing only liquid wastes C. Treating wastewater before it is discharged
B. Cleaning with soap instead of detergents D. Using organic fertilizer in farms
47. Which of the following is true about light and seeing?
a. Light enters the eyes enabling the people to see objects.
b. Light goes out from the eyes, hits an object, and then returns to the eyes.
c. Light rays coming from an object meets light coming from a light source and then enters the eyes.
d. Lights hit an object, bounces, and then enter the eyes.
48. A stainless steel spoon feels colder than a plastic spoon because stainless steel __________.
a. absorbs less heat from the hand than plastic does
b. is really colder than plastic
c. has a lower temperature than plastic
d. conducts heat away from the hand faster than plastic does
49. Doctors can declare dengue fever as an epidemic in a place:
a. When two are hospitalized from the neighborhood.
b. When the proportion of patients reaches at least 15% of the population?
c. When every household of five houses is kick with high fever.
d. When everyone is suffering from a cold.
50. The most common illness of teacher is __________.
A. urinary tract infection B. anemia C. tuberculosis D. tonsillitis
51. The progressive flooding in Agusan and Davao are believed to be caused by:
 A. cultural minority discrimination C. rich rice fields to be irrigated
B. wanton cutting of trees D. water transportation availability

52. Among the given organisms below, which carries diseases?

A. butterflies B. flies C. ants D. doves
53. According to the environmentalists, it is ok to:
a. open dumping sites to solve waste disposal best
b. bury plastic to ease clogging of water canals
c. classifying garbage/identify biodegradable and non-biodegradable waste
d. burn garbage as the safest approach
54. It is necessary for doctors and nurses to wear safety gloves while injecting AIDS patients. This is because:
a. A prick of a needle from an AIDS patient is dangerous.
b. AIDS can be cured by injections.
c. AIDS is transmitted by touch.
d. AIDS virus easily enters open wounds and pores.
55. Mothers suffering from diabetes usually fond of:
A. candies B. crabs C. tamarind D. meat
56. Scattering salt on clouds is an attempt to:
A. encourage earthquake occurrence C. drive the clouds further to the sea
B. produce rain over dry fields D. avoid water evaporation

57. __________ is used to measure the volume of liquids.

A. beam balance B. meter C. beaker D. graduated cylinder
58. What stage in chicken pox is considered very contagious?
A. when wound are peeling off C. when all wounds have disappeared
B. when wounds have swollen D. during the first week
59. Which among the processes are more related with technology than with science?
A. constructing concepts and laws C. designing a workable system
B. discovering forms of matter D. observing natural phenomena
60. The change in the base coding of a DNA molecule that alters the trait associated with the gene, is called __. This change is also
the reason why an organism may appear different from the parents.
A. gene mutation B. gene meiosis C. trait linkage D. sex-linked inheritance
61. Cholera has caused many deaths in Mindanao? What was its cause?
A. Cholera is water borne disease. C. Cholera is caused by vaccination
B. Cholera is endemic in the Phils. D. Cholera is caused by polluted air.
62. __________ is a rare protein that is a possible cure for cancer. The researchers were able to produce this protein using a
genetic engineering technique.
A. thyminem B. adenine C. interferon D. mutagen
63. Earthquake intensity can be measured by using:
A. anemometer B. seismograph C. barograph D. psychrometer
64. Uranium 238 has __________.
A. 146 electrons, 98 protons, 146 neutrons C. 92 protons, 92 neutrons, 146 electrons
B. 146 protons, 98 electrons, 92 neutrons D. 92 protons, 146 neutrons, 92 electrons
65. Physical change in matter can be observed in:
A. paper torn to pieces C. milked turned sour
B. acid rained formed D. milk became cheese
66. __________ is an abiotic component of the ecosystem.
A. Sulfur B. Carbon C. Temperature D. Organism
67. What part of the brain functions whenever we think study and react consciously?
A. Cortex B. Cerebellum C. Cerebrum D. Thalamus
68. __________ is a natural phenomenon when there is a variation in the length of night and day that depends on the inclination of
the Earth’s axis.
A. Coriolis effect B. Spring C. Solstice D. Equinox
69. Warmer temperature near the earth’s surface is a result of the greenhouse effect. This is because __________.
A. Ozone traps ultraviolet radiation. C. Clouds trap infrared radiation.
B. Carbon dioxide traps infrared radiation. D. Soil absorbs incoming radiation.
70. __________ are plant eating organism.
A. ovipores B. herbivores C. omnivores D. carnivores
71. Animals are warm-blooded because:
a. Body temperature changes with the environment C. Body Temperature does not change
b. Temperature goes beyond 27 degrees C D. Temperature does not drop below 27 degrees C
72. Greenhouse effect is caused by:
A. Excessive use of solar energy C. Use of carbon dioxide by green plants
B. Destruction of our forests D. Depletion of minerals by over farming
73. During photosynthesis, plants release __________.
A. Carbon dioxide B. Oxygen C. Hydrogen D. Nitrogen
74. The Big Bang Theory is supported by what statement?
A. The universe does not expand nor contract. C. The universe will have background radiation.
 B. The universe seldoms expand. D. The universe has no beginning or end.

75. Diffusion in the human body __________.

a. Regulates blood flow
b. Plays an insignificant role in the body’s functioning
c. Allows an even distribution of substances throughout all cells of the body
d. Comes into play in times of extreme illness
76. When a bus suddenly stops, standing passengers tend to move forward, this is because of;
A. friction B. gravity C. centripetal force D. inertia
77. __________ provides the most variety of offspring.
A. Cloning C. Asexual reproduction
B. Sexual reproduction D. Cellular reproduction
78. __________explains when a rocket is propelled upward by the powerful downward discharge of exhaust gases.
A. Universal gravitation C. Applied Force
B. Action and Reaction D. Inertia
79. Rest is required to rehabilitate used up cells. What sleeping hours are regular for babies ages 1-3?
A. 8 hours daily B. 20 hours’ daily C. 10 hours’ daily D. unlimited hours
80. Smog is a harmful form of ozone. This can be found in __________.
A. troposphere B. ionosphere C. stratosphere D. exosphere
81. Chloroplasts enable plants to create their own food. Animal cells don’t have chloroplast. And so we can say that _.
a. Plants cell are more complex than animal cells.
b. Animal must obtain food from outside sources.
c. Animal cells are more complex than plant cells.
d. Animal cells prey upon plant cells as a food source.
82. Children in upland areas are prone to goiter. What do they need for their diet?
A. Multivitamins B. Proteins C. Iodine D. Iron
83. What is needed for an organism to live in the longest possible time?
A. Nitrates B. Carbon dioxide C. Oxygen D. Light energy
84. Farmers often times put ammonium sulphate on soil. This is because:
A. It reduces the acidity of the soil. C. It increases the oxygen content of the soil.
B. It acts as a pesticide. D. It increases the nitrogen content of the soil.
85. A person with a type “A” blood can accept what blood type (s)?
A. Only types O and B C. Only types A and AB
B. Only types O and A D. Only type O
86. Tsunamis can cause __________. This makes tsunamis dangerous to humans.
A. volcanic eruptions B. earthquakes C. fault lines D. severe flooding
87. __________ is an effect of volcanic eruptions.
a. Ash falls are blessings for fertility soil.
b. The lava attracted tourists.
c. Government aid was immediate and flowing.
d. Crops governed by lava will affect livelihood and earning
88. Kitchen waste can be classified as:
A. a non-degradable B. biodegradable C. metallic recesses D. degradable
89. We can identify a dengue patient through:
a. high fever with rashes in 2-3 days C. presence of red spots in the arms and other body parts

b. presence of mucous in the nostrils D. presence of black spots around the eyes.
90. Flooding is often times attributed to:
A. wanton destruction of gold mines C. wanton cutting of forest trees
B. conversion of agricultural land to subdivisions D. using wood for fuel
91. Who is a scientist who is also a renowned International Statesman?
A. Benjamin Franklin B. Thomas Jefferson C. Alexander Hamilton D. George Washington
92. The cell wall of plants is made of:
A. plastids B. cytoplasm C. cellulose D. lipids
93. Science provides knowledge through disciplined observation. Which of the following is NOT characteristics of scientific assertion?
a. Logic and validity c. Empirial support
b. Hearsay d. Conformity with actual observation
94. Air, flood and water are essential elements in human existence. Carried by the wind polluted air called ________ falls to earth
poisoning fish and destroying vegetation.
a. La Niña b. El Niño c. Greenhouse rain d. Acid rain
95. In the Pacific area, a storm is called __________.
a. Hurricane b. El Niño c. Typhoon d. La Niña
96. In the Pacific area, a storm is called __________.
a. Hurricane b. El Niño c. Typhoon d. La Niña
97. This demonstrated the feeding connections between all life forms.
 a. Nutrition cycles c. Fossil cycle
b. Biochemical pathways d. Food web
98. What organism would most likely be in an Arctic environment?
a. Crocodile b. Walrus c. Turtle d. Maya bird
99. Damage to DNA that is not repaired and then replicated can result in genetic disorders. This demonstrates _________.
a. mutation b. pathology c. embryology d. speciation
100.How are bats able to navigate in the dark without bumping into anything?
a. They emit sound waves whose returning vibrations can detect the presence of objects
b. They are able to fluoresce in the dark
c. They have supersonic eyesight
d. They can disappear
101.A species of fish lived in a lake. When a dam was constructed in the area a group of fish was separated and populated a new
pond. They then developed differing characteristics and became a distinct species. Which of the following concepts explain this
speciation?
a. Geographical isolation c. Episodic isolation
b. Chronotropic isolation d. Behavioral isolation
102.Science provides knowledge through disciplines observation. Which of the following is NOT characteristic of scientific assertion?
a. Logic and validity c. Conformity with actual observation
b. Empirical support d. Hearsay
103.An atom of silicon has a mass number of 28 and an atomic number of 14. How many protons are in this atom?
a. 28 b. 7 c. 12 d. 14

104. Which of the following statements is TRUE of nuclear fission?

A. The energy process is identical to that which occurs in the sun
B. Energy is obtained by getting nucleus of the atoms to break up of split
C. Matter from the lighter atoms is changed into energy
D. Scientists can combine lighter atoms to form heavier atoms
105. The skull of a person increase in size rapidly during – Childhood
A. Puberty B. Babyhood C. adolescence D. adulthood
106. Metabolism and combustion are chemically similar. They both result in the oxidation of some compounds. If completely
oxidized, which of the following foodstuff would yield the MOST thermal energy?
A. A cup of ice cream B. A cup of sugarC. A cup of milk D. A cup of flour
107. In countries where medical skill and a public understanding about health and disease are wide spread, which of the following
changes are evident?
I. Accidental deaths have decreased
II. The communicable disease death rate has decreased
III. Infant mortality has decreased
IV. More people live a full life.
V. People live long enough to succumb to generative disease
A. I, II. III B. II, III, IV, V C. I, II, III, IV, V D. I, II, III, IV
108.Which of the following parts of the circulatory system carries digested fats away from the intestines?
A. Pancreatic duct B. Arterial capillaries C. Pulmonary artery D. Lacteals
109. When water, evaporates, it changes into which of the following states?
A. Solid B. Matter C. Gaseous D. Liquid
110.Which of the following statements is NOT TRUE about comets?
A. Comets are mostly frozen gases and cosmic dust
B. Comets glow by their own light
C. Comets generally have elongated, elliptical orbits.
D. Comets may go around the sun in any direction