Lesson 1: The Study of Biology

Activity sheet 1

Name : _________________________
Form : _________________________
Date : _________________________

Tick on the events which are related to Biology.

MARDI has developed SARS (Severe Acute

a new hybrid of paddy Respiratory Syndrome)
plant MRQ21. is spread through
contacts with infected
birds.

Carbon dioxide Genetically modified

emission is the cause of crops increase the
global warming. yields.

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Deforestation may Malaysia is one of the

cause air and water 12 ‘mega diversity’
pollution. countries on earth.

The tiger in Malaysia is

an endangered species.

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Lesson 1: The Study of Biology
Activity sheet 2

Name : _________________________
Form : _________________________
Date : _________________________

Fill in the blanks with the field of study provided.

BIOLOGY

The study of animals The study of tissues

The study of microorganisms The study of ecosystem

The study of cells The study of plants

Microbiology Ecology Zoology

Cytology Histology Botany

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Activity sheet 3_______________________________
Name : _________________________
Form : _________________________
Date : _________________________

Complete the crossword puzzle below.

1.

2. 3.

4. 5.

7. 6.
9.
8.

10.

11.

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Across
1. A branch of biology concerned with the study of nutrition,
respiration, reproduction, and excretion.
2. Visiting this place is a good way to study biology.
4. This group of organisms is a good example of microorganisms.
6. A Greek word that is a part of the word ‘Biology’.
8. The study of tissues is called ___________.
10. This person usually works in the operating theatre.
11. Planet Earth is the largest ___________.

Down
1. This is another effective way of studying Biology.
3. Botany is the study of __________.
4. SARS is spread by __________.
5. A person who studies insects.
7. Another name for doctor.
9. Cells -> __________ -> Organs -> System

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Lesson 1: The Study of Biology
Activity sheet 4

Name : _________________________
Form : _________________________
Date : _________________________

Question 1

Which of the following would be related to the study of biology? Circle the
correct answer.

I. How the earthworm moves.

II. How the moon moves around the earth.
III. The effect of light intensity on the growth of paddy plants.
IV. The structure of the bone.

A. I and II
B. I, II and III only
C. II, III and IV only
D. I, III and IV only

Question 2

Which of the following is not related to biology? Circle the correct answer.

A. Increasing food production to help eradicate poverty in poor countries.

B. Inventing cars that use other sources of energy other than petrol.
C. Producing new antibiotics to fight against diseases.
D. Improving milk formula for babies.

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Question 3

Below is a list of the different fields of biology and their related study.
Which of the following is incorrectly matched? Circle the correct answer.

Field of study Related study

A. Histology The classification of living things
B. Evolution The origin of life
C. Anatomy The structure of the body
D. Ecology The relationship between organisms and
their environment

Question 4

Which of the following careers require knowledge of biology? Circle the

correct answer.

I. Cytologist
II. Pharmacist
III. Physician
IV. Quantity Surveyor

A. I and II only
B. I, II and III only
C. I,II and IV only
D. I, II , lll and IV

Question 5

Which of the following is not an effective way to study biology? Circle the
correct answer.

A. Discussing relevant ideas with classmates.

B. Going on field trips.
C. Designing and carrying out projects.
D. Doing virtual experiments only.

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