This A&E Practice Test for the 2024 Alternative Learning System (ALS) Accreditation and Equivalency (A&E) Test is taken from the Bureau of Alternative Education (BAE). The test is tentatively scheduled on January 26, 2025 for Luzon cluster and on February 2, 2025 for Visayas and Mindanao clusters. No copyright infringement intended.
Direction: Choose the letter of the correct answer.
2024 A&E Practice Test – LS 2 – Scientific and Critical Thinking Skills
Source: Bureau of Alternative Learning
1.
In 1991, Ormoc in Leyte province experienced
a major landslide that caused great damage to crops, livestocks, houses, and
killed many people. What human activity led to this tragic incident?
(A)
mining
(B)
kaingin
(C)
reforestation
(D)
deforestation
2.
If Jean plans to go to Baguio City, what should she bring with her to cope with
the weather?
(A)
sweaters
(B)
sunglasses
(C)
short pants
(D)
sleeveless
shirts
3.
In making pickled papaya, vinegar with an
active acid content of at least 5% is appropriate as a preservative. When this type of vinegar
is not available, what other kind of vinegar can be used?
(A)
Boiled vinegar-brine solution
(B)
Mixture of two kinds of vinegar
(C)
Any vinegar found
in the market
(D) Rice wine vinegar with less than 5% acetic acid
4.
Lava and ash from volcanic eruptions can
bring destruction to surrounding villages. They also provide valuable
nutrients for the soil, making
it fertile for future
planting. Which of the following can be hypothesized from this information?
(A)
Volcanic eruptions are more destructive than constructive.
(B)
Volcanic eruptions are harmful;
therefore, cannot improve a village.
(C)
Volcanic eruptions are so destructive that
the positive impact can be ignored.
(D)
Volcanic eruptions are destructive but can help a village
become productive.
5.
What kind of plants grow on the ground, such as potatoes,
sunflowers, and daisies?
(A)
aerial
(B)
aqueous
(C)
terrestrial
(D)
herbaceous
For item 6
I. Animals take in oxygen
through the process
of respiration.
II.
Plants release
oxygen into the atmosphere as a by-product of photosynthesis.
III. Carbon dioxide is released by animals and used by plants for photosynthesis.
IV. Animals then break down sugars and other food substances to produce energy.
6.
The steps in the oxygen and carbon dioxide
cycle are given above. Which of the following shows the correct sequence of steps
in the cycle?
(A)
I, II, III, IV
(B)
II, I, IV, III
(C)
III, I, II, IV
(D)
IV, III, II, I
7.
Soil is formed through the process of rock
weathering. Weathering is the breakdown of rocks into smaller pieces when in
contact with environmental factors and living organisms. To describe further, rocks turned into soil through
(A)
the effect of animals only
(B)
the absence of heat and rain
(C)
the action of non-living things
(D)
the action of heat, rain, and wind
8.
The Philippines, particularly the Luzon area,
has been preparing for the Big One. It is an earthquake predicted to hit the
country with an estimated magnitude of 7.0. Which does NOT describe the
importance of a hazard map during a disaster?
(A)
It will create
panic among the people.
(B)
It will increase
preparedness during disaster.
(C)
It will
warn people about the occurrence of disaster.
(D)
It will help identify safe locations during a
disaster.
For item 9
I.
Estrogen increases
in preparation for the release
of egg.
II. If the egg does not become fertilized, the lining of the uterus breaks down into blood, tissue, and fluids causing menstruation.
III. Menstruation lasts from about three to five days.
IV. When the follicles of the ovary become mature, it releases an egg.
9.
The menstrual cycle is the regular natural
change that occurs in females every month. Which of the following is the
correct order of the stages listed above in a menstrual cycle?
(A)
I, II, III, IV
(B)
I, IV, II, III
(C)
II, III, IV, I
(D)
IV, I, II, III
For item 10
1.
Has a strong body
2. Has a positive outlook in life
3. Gets along well with others
4. Gets easily irritated
10.
Which of the phrases given above describes
a person who is healthy?
(A)
1 and 2 only
(B)
3 and 4 only
(C)
1, 2 and 3 only
(D)
2, 3 and 4 only
11. Dan experienced headache for three days, so he decided to buy over-the-counter medicine like paracetamol which is an analgesic. What would be his best reason for buying the medicine?
(A)
Advice from his friend.
(B)
Cheapest medicine for headache.
(C)
Previous prescription by his doctor.
(D)
Available in a store near his house.
For item 12
12.
“Pinggang Pinoy” represents the healthy food plate for Filipinos. How does
the plate given above compare to a balanced meal?
(A)
The food on the plate contains protein,
vitamins and minerals.
(B)
The food on the plate
does not contain
carbohydrates and minerals.
(C)
The food on the plate
does not contain
carbohydrates, protein, and
minerals.
(D)
The food on the plate contains carbohydrates, protein, vitamins and minerals.
13.
One piece
of evidence that light travels in a straight
path is the formation of a shadow. Which statement is true about shadow?
(A)
Shadow appears in total darkness.
(B)
Light bounces back when hitting
an object.
(C)
Shadow results when an object blocks the light.
(D)
Light fills up all the spaces after hitting an
object.
14. Which of the following is an example of a physical change?
(A)
rusting of iron
(B)
cutting of paper
(C)
souring of milk
(D)
digesting
of food
For item 15
15.
Balls A and B are similar in size and
material. Ball B is stationary, while ball A is rolling on the floor towards
Ball B. What would happen if ball A hits B?
(A)
Ball B would
start spinning.
(B)
Ball B would remain stationary.
(C)
Ball B would
move in the same direction as Ball A.
(D)
Ball B would
move in the opposite direction of Ball A.
16.
Instead of
throwing away old clothes, Victoria cut them into pieces and sewed them together as cleaning rags. What waste management method
did she apply?
(A)
reuse
(B)
reduce
(C)
recycle
(D)
remake
17.
Waste disposal in the community, such as
throwing away garbage anywhere, is a common problem. Which of the following can
be considered in this situation?
(A)
If waste disposal
in the community is not solved, this may lead to
lung diseases.
(B)
If waste disposal
in the community is not managed well, the
people will be healthier.
(C)
If the people in the community know about recycling
programs, there will be air pollution everywhere.
(D)
If the people in the community are not educated
about waste disposal, this
will not affect nearby communities.
18.
Renato has observed
that in their barangay, many residents do not segregate their garbage. They throw these in street
corners where they pile up and rot. There have been incidents of children’s diseases
reported in the area. Which of
the following statements could
Renato make as a basis for his proposal on proper waste disposal?
(A)
If children’s diseases
are not serious,
waste disposal is just a family
issue.
(B)
If there is proper waste segregation, all
kinds of diseases will be prevented.
(C)
If proper waste disposal is practiced,
there will be less cases of
children’s diseases.
(D)
If health measures are practiced while
traveling, there will be fewer cases of communicable diseases.
For item 19
I.
Marsupials: kangaroo,
koala
II. Monotremes: platypus,
spiny anteater
III. Placental: dog, bats
19.
The grouping above shows different types of animals
based on how their babies develop. Which groups show the correct
classification?
(A)
I and II only
(B)
I and III only
(C)
II and III only
(D)
I, II, and III
20.
Contributions of science in improving the
quality of life can be seen and experienced in everyday living. Which of the
following does NOT enhance the quality of life?
(A)
Shortening
of life expectancy
(B)
Access to a variety of mobile phones
(C)
Different
types of air conditioner to choose
from
(D)
Discovery
of new medicine for previously incurable
diseases
For item 21
21.
Cecilia is going to have a baby soon. Based
on the observable characteristics shown in the illustration above, what might
their baby look like?
For item 22
22.
Which of the following shows the correct
sequence of the stages illustrated above in the life cycle of a butterfly?
(A)
1, 3, 2, 4
(B)
1, 3, 4, 2
(C)
4, 2, 3, 1
(D)
4, 3, 2, 1
23.
Science and technology play a major role in performing
a task faster and more easily.
Which of the following does NOT show easier
and faster work at home?
(A)
Cooking with the use of charcoal stove.
(B)
Cooking by the use of pressure cooker.
(C)
Cleaning with the use of vacuum cleaner.
(D)
Washing clothes with the use of washing
machine.
24.
Which of the situations below shows progress
in communication technology?
(A)
Joe presents his report using
Manila paper.
(B)
Rosalinda
greets her son a happy birthday through
a video call.
(C)
Teacher Rey draws the hydrogen
cycle on the board for his
lesson.
(D)
Anna lists down the lyrics
of her favorite song while
listening to the radio.
25.
Mila felt dizzy, so she consulted a doctor
who recommended she have a complete blood count (CBC) examination. The results
of the laboratory test in an accredited diagnostic center showed that Mila had
a low red blood cell count. The doctor advised her to take vitamins rich in
iron.
(A)
Result of examination
(B)
Home remedy from the internet
(C)
Neighbor’s
advice according to experience
(D)
Advice of the doctor according
to her CBC result
26.
Many animals are now considered endangered.
The Philippine eagle is one of them. Which of the following is the reason for
this?
(A)
There is overly
polluted air.
(B)
New species have been introduced.
(C)
Some people consider
them exotic food.
(D)
There is habitat
loss due to
deforestation.
27.
According
to studies on gender equality, one finding states,
“Boys are still
left behind in basic education.” This is due to poverty, as more males
drop out for work. What can be inferred from this?
(A)
Boys and girls are now enjoying equal rights.
(B)
Boys and girls do not enjoy equal opportunities in education.
(C)
Boys’ rights, according to the Equality
Act, are now practiced.
(D)
Boys are now lagging behind
the girls in all levels of education.
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