DSEE Biology Paper 1 2007 — Past Paper & Online Quiz

1. 4 marks

Mention four differences between complete and incomplete metamorphosis.

(a) Difference 1 1 mk

(b) Difference 2 1 mk

(c) Difference 3 1 mk

(d) Difference 4 1 mk

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2. 4 marks

List four functions of blood in the human body.

(a) Function 1 1 mk

(b) Function 2 1 mk

(c) Function 3 1 mk

(d) Function 4 1 mk

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3. 4 marks

Give four examples of genetically inherited diseases in humans.

(a) Example 1 1 mk

(b) Example 2 1 mk

(c) Example 3 1 mk

(d) Example 4 1 mk

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4. 4 marks

Outline four principles of natural selection.

(a) Principle 1 1 mk

(b) Principle 2 1 mk

(c) Principle 3 1 mk

(d) Principle 4 1 mk

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5. 4 marks

List four teaching resources useful in a topic on “Transport in Plants”.

(a) Resource 1 1 mk

(b) Resource 2 1 mk

(c) Resource 3 1 mk

(d) Resource 4 1 mk

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6. 4 marks

Mention four effects of eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems.

(a) Effect 1 1 mk

(b) Effect 2 1 mk

(c) Effect 3 1 mk

(d) Effect 4 1 mk

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7. 4 marks

State four ways to maintain hygiene in the school laboratory.

(a) Way 1 1 mk

(b) Way 2 1 mk

(c) Way 3 1 mk

(d) Way 4 1 mk

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8. 4 marks

List four examples of heterotrophic organisms.

(a) Example 1 1 mk

(b) Example 2 1 mk

(c) Example 3 1 mk

(d) Example 4 1 mk

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9. 4 marks

Mention four human-induced factors that cause climate change.

(a) Factor 1 1 mk

(b) Factor 2 1 mk

(c) Factor 3 1 mk

(d) Factor 4 1 mk

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10. 4 marks

List four qualities of an effective Biology teacher.

(a) Quality 1 1 mk

(b) Quality 2 1 mk

(c) Quality 3 1 mk

(d) Quality 4 1 mk

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11. 15 marks

Describe the structure and function of the mammalian heart.

(a) Structure of the mammalian heart 7 mk

(b) Function of the mammalian heart 8 mk

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12. 15 marks

Explain the importance of transpiration in plants and the factors that affect its rate.

(a) Importance of transpiration in plants 7 mk

(b) Factors affecting the rate of transpiration 8 mk

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13. 15 marks

Discuss the main types of immunity and how they function in protecting the body.

(a) Main types of immunity 7 mk

(b) How they function in protecting the body 8 mk

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14. 15 marks

Describe the process of digestion in the alimentary canal, from ingestion to egestion.

(a) Ingestion 1 mk

(b) Digestion in the mouth 2 mk

(c) Digestion in the stomach 4 mk

(d) Digestion in the small intestine 5 mk

(e) Absorption 2 mk

(f) Egestion 1 mk

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15. 10 marks

As a Biology teacher, explain six uses of a practical approach when teaching complex topics.

(a) Use 1 1 mk

(b) Use 2 1 mk

(c) Use 3 1 mk

(d) Use 4 1 mk

(e) Use 5 1 mk

(f) Use 6 1 mk

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16. 10 marks

Describe six techniques of integrating formative assessment into daily Biology lessons.

(a) Technique 1 1 mk

(b) Technique 2 1 mk

(c) Technique 3 1 mk

(d) Technique 4 1 mk

(e) Technique 5 1 mk

(f) Technique 6 1 mk

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17. 10 marks

Discuss six ways of motivating students in learning Biology in rural schools.

(a) Way 1 1 mk

(b) Way 2 1 mk

(c) Way 3 1 mk

(d) Way 4 1 mk

(e) Way 5 1 mk

(f) Way 6 1 mk

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18. 10 marks

Explain six ethical responsibilities of a Biology teacher in the context of classroom and school community.

(a) Responsibility 1 1 mk

(b) Responsibility 2 1 mk

(c) Responsibility 3 1 mk

(d) Responsibility 4 1 mk

(e) Responsibility 5 1 mk

(f) Responsibility 6 1 mk

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Biology · Paper 1 · 2007

Biology · Paper 1 · 2007

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