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Form 5 Biology Question Bank

Chapter






1






Transport

Objective Questions

1. Which of the following blood vessels carries blood with low oxygen content?
A Aorta
B Pulmonary artery
C Pulmonary vein
D Carotid artery

2. Haemophilia is a condition in which a patients blood
A fails to clot
B clots inside the blood vessels
C produces too many antibodies
D is too little

3. Which of the following substances is not found in lymph?
A Lymphocytes
B Fatty acids
C Fibrinogen
D Water

4. The type of immunity obtained by a baby from the mothers milk is known as
A artificial active immunity
B artificial passive immunity
C natural active immunity
D natural passive immunity

5. The diagram shows a cross section of a dicotyledonous stem.





P


What is the part labelled P?
A Phloem
B Xylem
C Cambium
D Cortex
























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6. Which of the graphs shows the relationship between rate of transpiration and relative humidity?
A C





Relative humidity
B





Relative humidity

Subjective Questions
Section A
1. Diagram 1 shows two types of leucocytes.






(a) Name cells X and Y.

























Cell X







D


















Diagram 1





Relative humidity







Relative humidity










Cell Y




























[2 marks]
(b) (i) Cell Y is involved in the second line of defence against pathogens.
Name the process carried out by cell Y
(ii) Draw the process carried out by cell Y on a pathogen.
(c) Cell X is involved in the third line of defence. Explain briefly how cell X carries out its function.
(d) Diagrams 2(a) and 2(b) shows two types of immunity.
[1 mark]
[2 marks]
[3 marks]




Level of
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Time




Level of
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Time
First
injection
Second
injection
Diagram 2(a)
First
injection
Second
injection
Diagram 2(b)
(i) Identify the types of immunity in Diagrams 2(a) and 2(b).
(ii) Give two differences between the immunity shown in Diagram 2(a) and Diagram 2(b).
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Section B
2. Diagram 2 shows two types of tissues from a plant stem.

Lignified
wall

Perforated
end wall
Pit
Lumen
Thickening
of lignin






Strand of
cytoplasm
Sieve
tube
Companion
cell
Cytoplasm
Companion
cell
Nucleus
Sieve
plate
X


Diagram 2
Y
(a) Explain the structure of the tissues in relation to their functions in transporting substances in a plant. [14 marks]
(b) Transpiration is the loss of water in the form of water vapour from the surface of a plant. Describe how water is
transported from the root to the leaf of a plant. [6 marks]

Written Practical
1. Aminah observes that the plants in her garden wilt faster on a hot day than a cold day. Design an experiment which can
be carried out in the laboratory to study the effect of temperature on the rate of transpiration.
Your experiment planning should include the following aspects:
AIM OF EXPERIMENT
PROBLEM STATEMENT
STATEMENT OF HYPOTHESIS
VARIABLES
LIST OF APPARATUS AND MATERIALS
TECHNIQUE USED
EXPERIMENTAL PROCEDURE
COLLECTED DATA
PRESENTATION OF DATA
CONCLUSION

























































P Q R
Fibula Tibia Femur
Tibia Femur Fibula
Femur Tibia Fibula
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Chapter

2

Locomotion and Support

Objective Questions

1. Which of the following is not a component of the human appendicular skeleton?
A Rib cage
B Pelvic girdle
C Femur
D SCAPULA

2. The diagram shows the lower limbs.



P



Q
R




Which of the following is correct for P, Q and R?


A
B
C
D

3. The diagram shows a hinge joint.
Humerus


X

What is the structure labelled X?
A Cartilage
B Tendons
C Ligaments
D Muscles






































P Q R
Yaw Pitch Roll
Yaw Roll Pitch
Roll Yaw Pitch
Pitch Roll Yaw




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4. The diagram shows problems of locomotion in a fish.
P
R
Q


Which of the following is true of P, Q and R?


A
B
C
D

5. The problems associated with locomotion include
I arthritis
II osteoporosis
III muscular dystrophy
IV rheumatoid arthritis

A I and II only
B II and III only
C I, II AND IV ONLY
D I, III AND IV ONLY

6. Which of the following tissues provides the main support for aquatic plants?
A Aerenchyma tissues
B Sclerenchyma tissues
C Xylem tissues
D Phloem tissues


Subjective Questions
Section A
1. Diagram 1 shows the scapula and upper limb.












(a) Identify the bones X, Y and Z.
(b) Bone X and the scapula meet at a joint.


X


Y
Z











Diagram 1

Scapula












[2 marks]
(i) Name the tissues which joints two bones. [1 mark]
(ii) Draw the joint formed by bone X and the scapula. Label your diagram.



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(c) Biceps and triceps muscles work together to bend and straighten the upper limb. Explain how the upper limb is bent
and straightened.
(d) A patient is suspected to be suffering from osteoporosis.
[4 marks]
(i) What is osteoporosis? [1 mark]
(ii) Advice the patient on ways to delay the process of osteoporosis.

Section B
2. (a) Diagram 2 shows the mechanism of locomotion in a grasshopper.





Diagram 2
Describe briefly the mechanism of locomotion in a grasshopper.

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(b) An earthworm is able to move even though it has no legs. Describe the mechanism of locomotion in an
earthworm.

(c) Human beings are able to move due to roles of the muscles, ligaments and tendons.
Describe the roles of muscles, ligaments and tendons in causing movement.


Written Practical

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Chapter

3

Coordination and Response

Objective Questions

1. The diagram shows the relationship between the dendrites of a neurone with the cell body of another neurone.




Synaptic
knobs






Cell body
of a neurone




Terminal
dendrites
of the other
neurone

Axon

Where can this relationship be found?
A At the receptor
B At the effector
C In the grey matter
D In the white matter

2. The diagram shows the structure of the brain.


A


C
B

D


Which of the labelled parts A, B, C or D helps to control balance of the body?

3. Which of the following endocrine glands controls the activities of other endocrine glands?
A Thyroid gland
B Ovary
C Testis
D Pituitary gland





















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P Q R
Reabsorption of salt Reabsorption of amino acids Reabsorption of water
Reabsorption of water Reabsorption of glucose Reabsorption of salt
Reabsorption of amino acids Reabsorption of salt Reabsorption of glucose
Reabsorption of glucose Reabsorption of water Reabsorption of salt




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4. Which of the following are corrective mechanisms when a person takes food rich in carbohydrates?
I Conversion of glucose to glycogen
II Respiration of glucose decreases
III Conversion of glucose to lipids
IV Conversion of lipids to glycogen
A I and III only
B II AND IV ONLY
C I, II and III only
D II, III AND IV ONLY

5. The diagram shows a nephron.


P









Q










R


Which of the following is true of processes taking place in the parts labelled P, Q and R?


A
B
C
D

6. An experiment was carried out to show the role of auxins in phototropism.
Initial
level

Aluminium
foil

Light


Which of the following observations is made after 2 days?
A




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Subjective Questions
Section A

1. Diagram 1 shows a cross section of the spinal cord and the neurones associated with reflex action.
P Q

X

Y
R
Diagram 1
(a) Name structures labelled X and Y. [2 marks]
(b) (i) What is neurone P?

(c)
(II) STATE THE FUNCTION OF P.
What is the relationship between P, Q and R?
[2 marks]
[2 marks]
(d) (i) What is a reflex action? [1 mark]
(ii) Draw arrows to show the pathway of the nerve impulse during a reflex action.
(E) STATE two differences between a reflex action and a voluntary action.

Section B
2. Diagram 2 shows a nephron.




Process R
Process P

Process Q





Reabsorption
of salts
Reabsorption
of water


Diagram 2
Explain how processes P, Q and R are involved in the formation of urine.
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[10 marks]
(b) A pupil gets soaked in the rain and runs into an air-conditioned room. Explain the mechanisms involved in regulating
and maintaining the pupils body temperature at 36.9C.


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X Y Z
Diploid Diploid Haploid
Diploid Haploid Haploid
Haploid Diploid Haploid
Haploid Haploid Haploid

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Chapter

4

Reproduction and Growth

Objective Questions

1. The diagram shows spermatogenesis.
Primordial germ
cells

X
Growth



Y

Z




Which of the following is true of cells X, Y and Z?


A
B
C
D

2. The diagram shows the changes in the endometrium in a menstrual cycle.


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21






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Days
Which of the following can be found in the ovary during stage P?
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3. Which of the following is formed after three months of pregnancy?
A Morula
B Embryo
C Blastocyst
D Foetus

4. How do oral contraceptive pills work?
A Preventing formation of follicles
B Killing sperms
C Preventing implantation of embryo
D Preventing the entry of sperms

5. Which of the following parts will develop into a seed after fertilisation in plants?
A Ovule
B Ovary
C Petal
D Integument

6. Which of the following graphs shows the growth curve of an annual plant?
A C







B





Time (days)







Time (days)







D





Time (days)







Time (days)

7. The diagram shows a cross section of a root of a dicotyledonous plant.



A
B
C



Which of the labelled parts A, B, C or D is the primary xylem?












D
























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Subjective Questions
Section A
1. Diagram 1 shows the changes in the endometrium and the levels of hormones from the pituitary gland in a menstrual
cycle.



Hormones
from ovary





Hormones
from
pituitary
gland




Thickness of
endometrium







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Q

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14

21

28
Time (days)
Diagram 1
(A) (I) STATE HORMONES P and Q.
(ii) Explain the function of hormones P and Q.
(b) Draw the hormones secreted by the ovary.
[2 marks]
[2 marks]
[2 marks]
(c) (i) Draw the condition of the follicle during day 12. [1 mark]
(ii) Explain the process that takes place during day 14.
(d) If there is fertilisation, explain the changes in the ovarian hormones level and wall of the endometrium.

Section B
2. (a) Diagram 2.1 shows a process which takes place in the fallopian tube.
Ovum



Sperm

Diagram 2.1
Explain the development and changes that take place until a baby is ready to be born.
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(b) Diagram 2.2(a) and Diagram 2.2(b) show the formation of two types of twins.

Ovum
Sperm

Zygote

Sperm
Ovum


Zygote

Sperm

Zygote

Diagram 2.2(a)

Diagram 2.2(b)
Explain the formation of the two types of twins and their differences.


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Chapter

5

Inheritance

Objective Questions

1. If T represents the allele for tallness and t represents the allele for dwarfness, then an individual who is heterozygous for
tallness is represented by
A TT
B Tt
C tt
D tT

2. A certain trait is controlled by a pair of alleles R and r. A cross occurred between a homozygous dominant individual
with a heterozygous individual. What are the possible genotypes of the offsprings?
A All RR
B All Rr
1 1
2 2
D 1 RR, 2 Rr, 1rr

3. If a woman of blood group O marries a man who is heterozygous for blood group B, what is the possibility of their first
child having blood group O?
A 0
B
1
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1
2
3
4

4. A woman who is a carrier for colour-blindness marries a man who has normal eyesight. What are the possible genotypes
of their sons?
A All normal eyesight
B All colour-blind
C 50% normal eyesight: 50% colour-blind
D 25% colour-blind: 75% normal eyesight

5. A girl has blood group B while her sister has blood group AB. What are the possible genotypes of their parents?
A IAIB IAIA
B IBIB IAIO
C IBIO IBIO
D IBIO IAIA

6. THE SEQUENCE OF DNA NITROGENOUS BASES ON A POLYNUCLEOTIDE STRAND IS
CCT ATG GTT
Which of the FOLLOWING ARE THE SEQUENCES OF THE NITROGENOUS BASES ON THE COMPLEMENTARY STRAND?
A AAG
B GGC
C TTC
D GGA



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Subjective Questions
Section A
1. Red-green colour-blindness is a recessive sex-linked trait. In Ahmads family, his mother is a carrier of the trait.
Diagram 1 shows the inheritance of colour-blindness in Ahmads family.

Key:
: Male, normal
vision
: Male, colour-
blind
Ahmad Ali Faridah Fatimah : Female, normal
vision

Diagram 1
(A) State the genotype of Ahmads father?
(b) What is meant by a carrier?
[1 mark]
[2 marks]
(c) (i) What is the genotype of Ali? [1 mark]
(ii) Give a reason for your answer.
(d) Faridah and Fatimah have normal vision but they have different genotypes. Explain why.
(e) A female usually has normal vision but a male usually suffers from red-green colour-blindness. Explain
why?
[2 marks]
[3 marks]
[3 marks]

Section B
2. In a pea plant, the allele for tall plant, T, is dominant while the allele for short plant, t, is recessive.
(a) (i) Explain the terms dominant allele and recessive allele.
(ii) A cross was made between a homozygous for tallness pea plant and a heterozygous for tallness pea plant.
Using diagrams, explain the genotypes and phenotypes of the first filial generation.
[10 marks]

(b) Haemophilia is a disease which affects more males than females. It is a recessive sex-linked trait and is inherited
through the X chromosome. A man who is normal marries a female who is a carrier for this disease. Explain the
possible phenotypes and genotypes of their offsprings with the aid of a diagram.


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Chapter

6

Variation

Objective Questions

1. The diagram shows the results a student obtained after investigating variation in humans.









Characteristic P

What is characteristic P?
A Type of earlobes
B Thumbprint
C Eye colour
D Blood group

2. Which of the following is an example of continuous variation?
A Tongue rolling
B Intelligence
C Rhesus factor
D Fingerprints

3. Two siblings have different types of earlobes. What is the cause of this difference?
A Environmental factors
B Hormonal factors
C Genetic factors
D Malnutrition

4. The diagram shows a type of chromosomal mutation.









What is this type of mutation?
A Duplication
B Deletion
C Translocation
D Inversion

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C
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5. Which of the following conditions are due to gene mutation?
I Downs syndrome
II Albinism
III Turners syndrome
IV Haemophilia
A I and III only
B II AND IV ONLY
C I, II and III only
D II, III AND IV ONLY

6. Which of the following does not contribute to variation?
A Meiosis
B Mitosis
C Random fertilisation
D Mutation


Subjective Questions
Section A
1. Diagram 1 shows the karyotype of a human with genetic disorder.



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2



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Diagram 1
(a) (I) State the genetic disorder.
(ii) Give a reason for your answer.
(iii) Give two characteristics of a patient with this disorder.

[1 mark]
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(b) (i) What is the sex of this person? [1 mark]
(ii) Give reason for your answer.

(c) Explain how this genetic disorder comes about.
(d) List two ways in which you can show respect to a patient with genetic disorder.
















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Section B
2. Diagram 2 shows variations in two types of ear lobes.








Diagram 2
(a) (i) What is variation?
(ii) Explain the type of variation shown.

(b) Explain the genetic factors that cause variation in humans.


Written Practical

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