1st QT Grade 5 Championship

What does a compass rose on a map show?

• Directions like North, South, East, and West

• When the date changes

• Distance from the Prime Meridian

• Points on a map

What is longitude?

• A line that runs from the north pole to the south pole.

• A line that runs from the west to the east.

• A grid on a map.

• A line dividing the Earth.

What is the meaning of "insular location"?

• Surrounded by water

• Near other places

• Distance from the Prime Meridian

• Distance from the Equator

In which hemisphere is the Tropic of Cancer located?

• At the northern hemisphere

• At the southern hemisphere

• At the Equator

• At the Prime Meridian

What is the primary purpose of a grid on a map?

• To find specific locations

• To divide the Earth

• To show directions

• To show the Earth's shape

What was the most common form of livelihood in ancient Filipino society?

• Fishing and hunting

• Mining

• Farming

• Trade

Which of the following statements about kaingin is true?

• It is a traditional farming method that involves cutting and burning plants.

• It is an environmentally friendly way to clear a field.

• It is a modern farming technique.

• It is a method used only for mining.

What was the currency used for ancient trade in the Philippines?

• Piloncitos

• Gold bars

• Cowrie shells

• Silver coins

Why were ancient Filipinos considered excellent boat builders?

• They needed to travel between islands for trade and other purposes.

• They lived in an archipelago.

• They had a lot of trees.

• They were forced to build boats.

What is the name of the government agency in the Philippines that provides weather forecasts and warnings about storms?

• PAGASA

• DENR

• DOH

• DOST