1. 1 Designed by Jennifer Harvey MSLS @ Dana Elementary To be used for educational purposes only. 5 th Grade Science Ohio Achievement Test Review

2. 2 Decide whether students are going to play individually or on teams Choose and click on a topic, this will take you to numbered question choices Choose and click on a question in the strand Choose an answer, if it is correct Jeff Foxworthy will congratulate you, if it is correct Jeff will nicely tell you – then click on the pink rectangle with the triangle, it will take you back to Pick a Topic. If you are not sure of an answer, you can choose a “Cheat.” PEEK takes you a slide that has eliminated two wrong answers. ACE will take you to Jeff who will ask you to choose someone that can help you (Ask a Classmate Expert). The u-turn or pick rectangle will send you back to Pick a Topic. The dollar amounts on the Pick a Topic can be used to keep score. When clicked on, they will change colors. Rules of the Game

3. 3 Change the rules as necessary You can edit any questions – add or delete too (you will have to edit hyperlinks) Have fun There are blank slides that made hyperlinks easier Any questions, email Jennifer Harvey at jharvey7875@columbus.k12.oh.us Rules of the Game

4. 4 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick A Topic 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science 5 th Grade Physical Science 4 th Grade Life Science 3 rd Grade Earth & Space Science 3 rd Grade Physical Science 5 th Grade Life Science 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science 4 th Grade Physical Science 3 rd Grade Life Science Science & Technology Scientific Ways of KnowingScientific Inquiry $1,000,000 $500,000 $300,000 $150,000 $100,000 $75,000 $50,000 $25,000 $10,000 $5,000 $2,000 $1,000

5. 5 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 3 rd Grade Earth and Space Science Earth Systems 12 34

6. 6 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 3 rd Grade Life Science Diversity and Interdependence of Life Heredity 12 34 512 3

7. 7 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 3 rd Grade Physical Science Forces and Motion 12 34 56 7

8. 8 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 4 th Grade Earth and Space Science Earth Systems Processes That Shape the Earth 12 34 56 3124

9. 9 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 4 th Grade Life Science Diversity and Interdependence of Life Heredity 12 3 12 34

10. 10 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 4 th Grade Physical Science Nature of Matter 12 3 456

11. 11 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 5 th Grade Earth and Space Science Earth SystemsThe Universe 12 34 5 12 3

12. 12 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 5 th Grade Life Science Diversity and Interdependence of Life 12 34 5 67 89 10

13. 13 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – 5 th Grade Physical Science Nature of Matter 12 34 5 67 89 10

14. 14 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – Science & Technology Understanding Technology 12 3 Abilities To Do Technological Design 12

15. 15 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – Scientific Inquiry Doing Scientific Inquiry 12 34 56 78

16. 16 Are You Smarter Than a 5 th grader? Pick a Topic – Scientific Ways of Knowing Nature of ScienceScience & Society 12 34 5 1

17. 17 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question PeekPeek aceace What causes day and night on Earth? C. Earth rotating on its axis D. The moon blocking sunlight. A. Earth orbiting the sun. B. The moon orbiting Earth.

18. 18 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question The largest body in our solar system is C. Jupiter D. The moon. A. Earth. B. the Sun. PeekPeek aceace

19. 19 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Which of these best shows the relationship between Earth, the moon, and the sun? A B C D PeekPeek aceace Which of these best shows the relationship between Earth, the moon, and the sun?

20. 20 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Why is the Northern Hemisphere warmer in the summer than in winter? C. The sun gives off more heat in the summer than in the winterC. The sun gives off more heat in the summer than in the winter. D. More direct sunlight shines on the Northern Hemisphere in summer. A. Earth is moving more quickly in its orbit around the sunA. Earth is moving more quickly in its orbit around the sun. B. Less light shines on the Northern Hemisphere in summer. PeekPeek aceace

21. 21 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question From Earth, we see the sun in the day sky and other stars in the night sky. Nighttime stars look like tiny points of light. Which statement explains why nighttime stars appear so much smaller than the sun? C. The sky is much darker at night. D. The moon blocks out most starlightD. The moon blocks out most starlight. A. The stars are much smallerA. The stars are much smaller. B. The stars are much farther away. PeekPeek aceace From Earth, we see the sun in the day sky and other stars in the night sky. Nighttime stars look like tiny points of light. Which statement explains why nighttime stars appear so much smaller than the sun? C. The sky is much darker at night. D. The moon blocks out most starlightD. The moon blocks out most starlight. A. The stars are much smallerA. The stars are much smaller. B. The stars are much farther away.

22. 22 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Fossil fuels formed over a long period of time because heat and pressure were applied to — C. bacteria on top of the mud D. nitrogen mixed in the water A. carbon filtered through limestone B. organisms buried in the ground PeekPeek aceace

23. 23 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Which of these is a renewable resource? C. oil D. petroleum A. wood B. gold PeekPeek aceace

24. 24 5 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question C. oil D. fresh water A. soil B. trees Renewable Resources Non-Renewable Resources treesoil soilfresh water PeekPeek aceace C. oil D. fresh water A. soil B. trees Which resource is under the wrong heading? Renewable Resources Non-Renewable Resources treesoil soilfresh water Which resource is under the wrong heading?

25. 25 5 th Grade Life Science Question How do the trees in this rainforest obtain their energy? C. by drinking water through their roots D. by absorbing heat A. by eating other plant life B. by using energy from the sun Peek Peek aceace

26. 26 5th Grade Life Science Question What does a plant need to make its own food? C. sunlight, water and carbon dioxide D. sunlight, water and dirt A. sugar, sunlight and dirt B. sugar, water and carbon dioxide PeekPeek aceace

27. 27 5 th Grade Life Science Question Which type of organism adds the most nutrients to the soil as it feeds? C. decomposers D. none of the above A. consumers B. producers PeekPeek aceace

28. 28 5 th Grade Life Science Question Earthworms dig burrows in the soil which help loosen the soil. What effect does this activity have on new plants? C. beneficial D. reproductive A. neutral B. harmful PeekPeek aceace

29. 29 5 th Grade Life Science Question C. Dragonfly larvae D. Pelicans A. turtles B. mosquito larvae If all of the fish are removed from this food web, which animal population will most likely decrease first? PeekPeek aceace C. Dragonfly larvae D. Pelicans A. turtles B. mosquito larvae If all of the fish are removed from this food web, which animal population will most likely decrease first?

30. 30 5 th Grade Life Science Question Which chain shows the flow of energy in a prairie food chain? A B C D Peek Peek aceace

31. 31 5 th Grade Life Science Question C. a food chain D. an ecosystem A. a species B. a habitat On a hike through the Big Green Forest, you see rocks, soil, trees, smaller plants and flowers, birds, worms, insects and mice. What do you call all the living and non-living things in this forest? PeekPeek aceace C. a food chain D. an ecosystem A. a species B. a habitat On a hike through the Big Green Forest, you see rocks, soil, trees, smaller plants and flowers, birds, worms, insects and mice. What do you call all the living and non-living things in this forest? Peek Peek aceace

32. 32 5 th Grade Life Science Question C. All the salamanders that live in one field. D. All the Eastern three- toed salamanders that live in the world. A. All the salamanders in the world. B. All the Eastern three- toed salamanders in the world. Which of the following is a population? PeekPeek aceace C. All the salamanders that live in one field. D. All the Eastern three- toed salamanders that live in the world. A. All the salamanders in the world. B. All the Eastern three- toed salamanders in the world. Which of the following is a population?

33. 33 5 th Grade Life Science Question C. It must allow other goldfish to use the limited resources first. D. It must build a home that is similar to the one in its previous habitat. A. It must camouflage itself in its new surroundings. B. It must compete with other goldfish for resources. Celia saw a goldfish at the pet store that was living in a tank by itself. She bought the fish, took it home, and put it in her aquarium with her other goldfish. What must the new goldfish do to survive in its new environment? Peek Peek aceace C. It must allow other goldfish to use the limited resources first. D. It must build a home that is similar to the one in its previous habitat. A. It must camouflage itself in its new surroundings. B. It must compete with other goldfish for resources. Celia saw a goldfish at the pet store that was living in a tank by itself. She bought the fish, took it home, and put it in her aquarium with her other goldfish. What must the new goldfish do to survive in its new environment?

34. 34 5 th Grade Physical Science Question What two forms of energy does the fire from a burning candle release? C. magnetic and nuclear D. electrical and mechanical A. light and heat B. sound and chemical PeekPeek aceace

35. 35 5 th Grade Physical Science Question What does the temperature of a beaker of water measure? C. its magnetic force D. its transmission of light A. its weight B. its thermal energy PeekPeek aceace

36. 36 5 th Grade Physical Science Question Why do many people wear wool coats in cold weather? C. A coat prevents cold from entering the body. D. A coat slows down cold from entering a person’s bodyD. A coat slows down cold from entering a person’s body. A. A coat prevents the loss of thermal energy. B. A coat slows down the loss of thermal energy. PeekPeek aceace

37. 37 5 th Grade Physical Science Question Which appliance works by turning electrical energy into thermal energy? C. an electric fan D. an electric stove A. a CD player B. a light switch PeekPeek aceace

38. 38 5 th Grade Physical Science Question Which of these is a good conductor of electricity? C. rubber D. plastic A. glass B. metal PeekPeek aceace

39. 39 5 th Grade Physical Science Question What does electricity traveling through a wire, battery and light bulb illustrate? C. photosynthesis D. heat conduction A. a circuit B. reflection PeekPeek aceace

40. 40 5 th Grade Physical Science Question What happens when light strikes a smooth, shiny surface like a mirror? C. The light is reflected. D. The light is transmitted. A. The light is refracted. B. The light is absorbed. PeekPeek aceace What happens when light strikes a smooth, shiny surface like a mirror? C. The light is reflected. D. The light is transmitted. A. The light is refracted. B. The light is absorbed. What happens when light strikes a smooth, shiny surface like a mirror?

41. 41 5 th Grade Physical Science Question A student holds a note card behind a jar of water. Which of the following best explains why the part of the note card seen through the jar looks different from the rest of the note card? C. The jar scatters light passing through it. D. The water bends light passing through it. A. The jar reflects light hitting its surface. B. The water absorbs light hitting its surface. PeekPeek aceace

42. 42 5 th Grade Physical Science Question Jared lives near an airport. Whenever a jet flies over his house the windows of his house shake. Why does this happen? C. Electricity can create magnetism. D. Light energy travels faster than sound. A. Sound waves are vibrations. B. Sound waves can be reflected. Peek Peek aceace

43. 43 5 th Grade Physical Science Question A student plucks at the strings of his guitar. Why do some of the strings make a higher pitched sound than other strings? C. Their vibrations pass through less air. D. They are closer to the neck of the guitarD. They are closer to the neck of the guitar. A. They vibrate faster than the others. B. They produce fewer sound waves. PeekPeek aceace

44. 44 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Which instrument can be used to measure air pressure? A B C DABCD PeekPeek aceace A B C DABCD

45. 45 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question A student looks outside her window after it has rained and sees puddles of water. Later that same day, the puddles are gone. What process explains why the puddles have disappeared? C. precipitation D. condensation A. runoff B. evaporation Peek Peek aceace

46. 46 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Earth’s water cycle depends on a major source of energy. What supplies the energy that drives the water cycle? C. The moon D. The eight planets A. The sun B. The Earth Peek Peek aceace

47. 47 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question According to this information, what kind of weather is related to low air pressure? C. foggy D. mild A. sunny B. rainy PeekPeek aceace According to this information, what kind of weather is related to low air pressure?

48. 48 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question A student observes several cumulonimbus clouds in the sky. What is the weather most likely to be? C. thunderstorm D. sunny and warm A. foggy B. light rain PeekPeek aceace

49. 49 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question When scientists observe weather patterns in the United States, in which direction do they find these patterns generally moving? C. north to south D. south to north A. east to west B. west to east PeekPeek aceace

50. 50 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question Julia is visiting the “Big Island” of Hawaii. She is surprised to see mountains with craters. Inside the craters is hot, molten rock. What are these landforms called? C. dunes D. moraines A. deltas B. volcanoes Peek Peek aceace

51. 51 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question How does freezing water cause rocks to weather? C. It holds them in place. D. It smoothes their edges. A. It expands their cracks. B. It makes them colder. PeekPeek aceace

52. 52 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question How are the erosion of rock by running water and a landslide different? C. Water erosion changes Earth’s surface. D. Landslides move materials to a new place. A. Water erosion is a slower process. B. Landslides can affect human activity. PeekPeek aceace

53. 53 4 th Grade Earth & Space Science Question What is responsible for shaping this arch? C. deposition D. erosion A. plate tectonics B. earthquakes PeekPeek aceace

54. 54 4 th Grade Life Science Question Dwayne decides to investigate seed germination. He plants several seeds in his garden. What will happen to these seeds when they germinate? C. They will start to sprout. D. They will conduct photosynthesis. A. They will grow seeds. B. They will attract bees. PeekPeek aceace

55. 55 4 th Grade Life Science Question The illustration to the right shows four different parts of a plant. Which part of the plant transports water from the roots to the leaves? C. 3 D. 4 A. 1 B. 2 4 3 2 1 PeekPeek aceace The illustration to the right shows four different parts of a plant. Which part of the plant transports water from the roots to the leaves? 4 3 2 1

56. 56 4 th Grade Life Science Question Why do plants in a desert usually have shallow roots that spread out in all directions? C. The ground is too hard for the roots to grow any deeper. D. Shallow, wide roots help it capture the scarce rainwater. A. Desert heat makes the roots grow outward. B. The roots extend to where it is warmest to grow. PeekPeek aceace

57. 57 4 th Grade Life Science Question In what important way do some plants in the forest depend on animals? C. Animals secure the plant roots in the soil. D. Animals make sure the plants will receive enough water. A. Animals provide the plant with sunlight. B. Animals carry the plant’s pollen or spread their seeds. PeekPeek aceace

58. 58 4 th Grade Life Science Question Many animals depend on plants for C. shelter D. sunlight A. pollination B. seed dispersal PeekPeek aceace

59. 59 4 th Grade Life Science Question Which seed has structures that allow animals to transport the seed on their fur? C D A B PeekPeek aceace

60. 60 4 th Grade Life Science Question Which gas in the air would increase if a large number of trees were cut down? C. Oxygen D. Water vapor A. Carbon dioxide B. Nitrogen PeekPeek aceace

61. 61 4 th Grade Physical Science Question Which of the following is a property of CO2 gas? C. It is colorless. D. It is hard. A. It feels like a rock. B. It smells like a lemon. PeekPeek aceace

62. 62 4 th Grade Physical Science Question Which is an example of a physical change? C. Hydrogen and oxygen gases combine to make water. D. A plant turns water and carbon dioxide into sugar and oxygen. A. A piece of paper burns. B. A steel rod is heated and then it melts. PeekPeek aceace

63. 63 4 th Grade Physical Science Question In an activity, 20 grams of salt are dissolved in 70 grams of pure water. The water is then heated on a hot plate. When the water evaporates completely, how much salt will be left? C. 20 grams D. 22 grams A. 0 grams B. 18 grams PeekPeek aceace

64. 64 4 th Grade Physical Science Question The picture shows the process of — C. condensing D. freezing A. melting B. boiling PeekPeek aceace

65. 65 4 th Grade Physical Science Question Which action will result in a product with new chemical properties? C. Cutting wood D. Popping popcorn A. Shredding a newspaper B. Breaking a mirror PeekPeek aceace

66. 66 4 th Grade Physical Science Question An object is placed on a desk. When a magnet is placed nearby, the object slowly moves toward the magnet. What material is the object made of? C. plastic D. rubber A. glass B. iron PeekPeek aceace

67. 67 3 rd Grade Earth & Space Science Question How is conglomerate different from the other rock samples? C. It has a rough texture. D. It is all the same color. A. It contains pebbles. B. It has visible layers. Peek Peek aceace How is conglomerate different from the other rock samples? C. It has a rough texture. D. It is all the same color. A. It contains pebbles. B. It has visible layers.

68. 68 3 rd Grade Earth & Space Science Question Similar containers were filled with different types of soil. Holes were poked into the bottom of each container, and 300 milliliters of water were added. The water that dripped out was collected and measured. According to the information in the table, which type of soil retained water best? C. gravel D. clay A. Potting soil B. Sandy soil PeekPeek aceace

69. 69 3 rd Grade Earth & Space Science Question The police arrest a person they suspect of a crime. The police scrape soil from the suspect’s shoes for evidence that he was at a certain location. Why did the police decide to scrape his shoes? C. Shoes react differently to different soils. D. Soils differ from place to place in color and texture. A. Footprints are often found in soft soil. B. Each shoe leaves a unique footprint. PeekPeek aceace

70. 70 3 rd Grade Earth & Space Science Question What happens to the dead leaves and animals that fall to the forest floor? C. They decay and become part of the soil. D. They are washed into the oceans by heavy rains. A. They disintegrate into the atmosphereA. They disintegrate into the atmosphere. B. They remain preserved in the rainforest. PeekPeek aceace

71. 71 3 rd Grade Life Science Question What is the correct order of development for this frog? C. 2, 1, 4, 3 D. 2, 4, 1, 3 A. 4, 2, 3, 1 B. 3, 1, 4, 2 1 2 3 4 PeekPeek aceace

72. 72 3 rd Grade Life Science Question This diagram shows some stages in the termite life cycle. Which of these is supported by the information in the diagram? C. Eggs develop into three kinds of larvae. D. The queen produces the eggs. A. Some nymphs have wings. B. Some larvae lay eggs. Peek Peek aceace

73. 73 3 rd Grade Life Science Question Which animals give birth to live young? C. Black bear D. duck A. Potato beetle B. Red-tailed hawk Peek Peek aceace Which animals give birth to live young? C. Black bear D. duck A. Potato beetle B. Red-tailed hawk

74. 74 3 rd Grade Life Science Question What characteristic do all birds share? C. They eat worms. B. They have webbed feet. A. They can fly. D. They have feathers. PeekPeek aceace

75. 75 3 rd Grade Life Science Question Which organism in a pond ecosystem completely changes its physical features and food source when it becomes an adult? C. trout D. duck A. turtle B. butterfly PeekPeek aceace

76. 76 3 rd Grade Life Science Question What does every animal need in order to survive? C. roots, leaves, stems D. light, soil, nutrients A. food, water, air B. eyes, nose, ears PeekPeek aceace

77. 77 3 rd Grade Life Science Question How would being able to change their color help some animals to survive? C. It would be more difficult for other animals to find them. B. It would make it easier for babies to recognize their others. A. It would help these animals find food. D. It would allow these animals to control speed. PeekPeek aceace

78. 78 3 rd Grade Life Science Question Armadillos and coral snakes both live in Florida. When an armadillo is threatened, it can curl up. Its armored body looks like a ball. A coral snake curls its tail into a tight spiral and holds it up when an enemy is near. This attracts the enemy to its tail and protects its head. Although these animals are very different, what is one way in which they are similar? C. They use their bodies to attack enemiesC. They use their bodies to attack enemies. B. They have ways to protect themselves. A. They spend a lot of time in the water. D. They have hard outer layers of skin for protection. PeekPeek aceace

79. 79 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question Keisha lives next door to Mr. Murphy and three houses away from Ms. Riley. What does this statement identify? C. her location D. direction A. her speed B. her force PeekPeek aceace

80. 80 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question Which tools are needed to measure the speed of a rolling ball? C. thermometer, balance D. stopwatch, ruler A. spring scale, ruler B. thermometer, stopwatch PeekPeek aceace

81. 81 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question Libby went on a trip with her family. In her log, she recorded the time of day and how far her family had traveled since they started. C. 30 km/h D. 90 km/h A. 0 km/h B. 10 km/h Time of Day Total Distance Traveled 8:00 AM0 km 9:00 AM30 km 10:00 AM60 km 11:00 AM90 km Peek Peek aceace What speed is Libby’s family traveling in kilometers/hour?

82. 82 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question If the person in the picture lets go of the rope, the weight (w) will fall to the ground. What force is acting to pull the weight to the ground? C. collision D. magnetism A. friction B. gravity PeekPeek aceace If the person in the picture lets go of the rope, the weight (w) will fall to the ground. What force is acting to pull the weight to the ground?

83. 83 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question Carbon powder and iron filings are both black powders. When mixed together, they look like one black powder. Which of these would be best to use to separate the iron filings from the carbon powder? C. A magnet D. Water A. A magnifying glass B. Heat PeekPeek aceace

84. 84 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question While playing basketball, a student throws a ball into the air. What force brings the basketball back to the ground? C. friction D. conductivity A. gravity B. magnetism PeekPeek aceace

85. 85 3 rd Grade Physical Science Question The effect of which force is weakened when the floor is wet? C. gravitation D. friction A. magnetism B. magnetism PeekPeek aceace

86. 86 Science & Technology Question Which of the following has been the negative effect of technology? C. People enjoy music on the radio and CDs. D. People can easily communicate around the globe. A. Farmers are able to grow more food. B. Pollutants led to global warming. Peek Peek aceace

87. 87 Science & Technology Question Clearing a forest to build a shopping mall will most likely result in woodpeckers — C. losing habitat. flying slower. A. nesting on roofs B. laying more eggs Peek Peek aceace

88. 88 Science & Technology Question The diagram shows landfills where two communities put garbage. What is the advantage of Landfill Y? C. The soil contains more nutrients. D. The trucks move faster. A. The waste lasts longerA. The waste lasts longer. B. The groundwater is safer. PeekPeek aceace

89. 89 Science & Technology Question In what way is the process of technological design similar to a scientific investigation? C. Technological designs help people understand the natural world. D. Technological designers change one variable to see the effect on another. A. Technological designers test and revise their ideas. B. Technological designs must be capable of mass production. Peek Peek aceace

90. 90 Science & Technology Question Which is the first step in a design process? C. Describe the problem. D. Identify possible solutions. A. Revise the solution. B. Test the possible solutions. Peek Peek aceace Which is the first step in a design process? C. Describe the problem. D. Identify possible solutions. A. Revise the solution. B. Test the possible solutions.

91. 91 Scientific Inquiry Question The pans in this balance are at the same height. According to this information, the mass of the rock sample is — C. 200 grams D. 230 grams A. 170 grams B. 180 grams PeekPeek aceace

92. 92 Scientific Inquiry Question Which of the following does the information in the picture support? C. Fire warms glass. D. Fire needs air. A. Candles cause fire. B. Corks put out fire. PeekPeek aceace

93. 93 Scientific Inquiry Question Mr. Brown wonders how minerals affect animal growth and decides to conduct an experiment with his chickens. He begins with 3 buckets containing exactly the same amount of chicken feed and then adds the same amount of 2 different minerals to two of the buckets. He adds calcium to one bucket, magnesium to another bucket, and he doesn’t add any minerals to the third bucket. What scientific term is used to describe the mineral placed in each bucket? C. specimen D. variable A. control B. hypothesis PeekPeek aceace

94. 94 Scientific Inquiry Question A student sees a laboratory sign in science class. According to this symbol, what should the student do when performing an experiment in class? C. keep away from certain foods D. wear a protective apron over clothing A. always wear safety goggles B. avoid wearing dark clothing PeekPeek aceace

95. 95 Scientific Inquiry Question Which of the following would be safe to do during a lab activity? C. keep away from Leaving a water spill on the floor D. Touching hot surfaces A. Running in the classroom B. Following lab rules PeekPeek aceace

96. 96 Scientific Inquiry Question After you do an experiment, what’s one way to communicate your results? C. write a paragraph to explain your conclusion D. all of the above A. make a chart B. make a graph PeekPeek aceace

97. 97 Scientific Inquiry Question A graduated cylinder contains 25 mL of water. A pebble is then placed in the cylinder. The diagram shows the volume of water after the pebble is placed in the cylinder. What is the volume of the pebble? C. 20cm 3 D. 55cm 3 A. 5cm 3 B. 15cm 3 Peek Peek aceace A graduated cylinder contains 25 mL of water. A pebble is then placed in the cylinder. The diagram shows the volume of water after the pebble is placed in the cylinder. What is the volume of the pebble?

98. 98 Scientific Inquiry Question What tool is used to find the temperature at which water boils? ABCD PeekPeek aceace What tool is used to find the temperature at which water boils? A

99. 99 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question Which of the following statements expresses an opinion? C. Our universe may not last forever. D. The experiment ended at 12:35 p.m. A. Marie Curie discovered radiumA. Marie Curie discovered radium. B. This book is about 30 centimeters long. PeekPeek aceace

100. 100 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question Why do scientists keep accurate records of their work? C. to meet requirements of the U.S. government D. so other scientists can repeat their experiments A. to make science more interesting B. so they can correctly keep track of expenses PeekPeek aceace

101. 101 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question How does a model differ from a theory? C. A model is based on observation, while a theory is based on data. D. A model is made to resemble something, while a theory tries to explain the data or observations. A. A model can be checked, while a theory cannot be disproved. B. A model often looks at nature, while a theory generally does notB. A model often looks at nature, while a theory generally does not. PeekPeek aceace

102. 102 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question A scientist wants to determine what food a specific type of butterfly usually eats. What would be the best way to find an answer to this question? C. Ask friends what they think the butterfly eats. D. Create a model of this type of butterfly. A. Observe the butterfly in its natural surroundings. B. Conduct an experiment by giving the butterfly different foods. PeekPeek aceace

103. 103 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question James has decided to investigate whether the number of flowers on a plant will increase if the water given to the plant is increased. James has four pots of geraniums to use in the experiment. What condition should be varied for the four plants in order to answer the question? C. amount of water D. number of hours in sunlight A. age of the seeds B. temperature of the water PeekPeek aceace

104. 104 Scientific Ways of Knowing Question What conclusion could best be drawn from a study of the work of Aristotle, Galileo, Marie Curie, Shirley Jackson, and Chien-Shiung Wu? C. Most important scientific discoveries have already been made. D. People from many different cultures have contributed to science. A. The greatest scientists have come from China. B. Women made greater contributions to science than men. Peek Peek aceace C. Most important scientific discoveries have already been made. D. People from many different cultures have contributed to science. A. The greatest scientists have come from China. B. Women made greater contributions to science than men.

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107. 107 What causes day and night on Earth? C. Earth rotating on its axis A. Earth orbiting the sun.

108. 108 The largest body in our solar system is A. Earth. B. the Sun.

109. 109 BD Which of these best shows the relationship between Earth, the moon, and the sun?

110. 110 Why is the Northern Hemisphere warmer in the summer than in winter? D. More direct sunlight shines on the Northern Hemisphere in summer. A. Earth is moving more quickly in its orbit around the sunA. Earth is moving more quickly in its orbit around the sun.

111. 111 From Earth, we see the sun in the day sky and other stars in the night sky. Nighttime stars look like tiny points of light. Which statement explains why nighttime stars appear so much smaller than the sun? A. The stars are much smallerA. The stars are much smaller. B. The stars are much farther away.

112. 112 Fossil fuels formed over a long period of time because heat and pressure were applied to — A. carbon filtered through limestone B. organisms buried in the ground

113. 113 Which of these is a renewable resource? C. oil A. wood

114. 114 D. fresh water A. soil Renewable Resources Non-Renewable Resources treesoil soilfresh water Which resource is under the wrong heading?

115. 115 How do the trees in this rainforest obtain their energy? C. by drinking water through their roots B. by using energy from the sun

116. 116 What does a plant need to make its own food? A. sugar, sunlight and dirt B. sugar, water and carbon dioxide

117. 117 Which type of organism adds the most nutrients to the soil as it feeds? C. decomposers A. consumers

118. 118 Earthworms dig burrows in the soil which help loosen the soil. What effect does this activity have on new plants? C. beneficial B. harmful

119. 119 C. Dragonfly larvae D. Pelicans If all of the fish are removed from this food web, which animal population will most likely decrease first?

120. 120 Which chain shows the flow of energy in a prairie food chain? A C

121. 121 D. an ecosystemB. a habitat On a hike through the Big Green Forest, you see rocks, soil, trees, smaller plants and flowers, birds, worms, insects and mice. What do you call all the living and non-living things in this forest?

122. 122 C. All the salamanders that live in one field. A. All the salamanders in the world. Which of the following is a population?

123. 123 C. It must allow other goldfish to use the limited resources first. B. It must compete with other goldfish for resources. Celia saw a goldfish at the pet store that was living in a tank by itself. She bought the fish, took it home, and put it in her aquarium with her other goldfish. What must the new goldfish do to survive in its new environment?

124. 124 What two forms of energy does the fire from a burning candle release? A. light and heat B. sound and chemical

125. 125 What does the temperature of a beaker of water measure? A. its weight B. its thermal energy

126. 126 Why do many people wear wool coats in cold weather? C. A coat prevents cold from entering the body. B. A coat slows down the loss of thermal energy.

127. 127 Which appliance works by turning electrical energy into thermal energy? C. an electric fan D. an electric stove

128. 128 Which of these is a good conductor of electricity? A. glass B. metal

129. 129 What does electricity traveling through a wire, battery and light bulb illustrate? D. heat conduction A. a circuit

130. 130 C. The light is reflected. B. The light is absorbed. What happens when light strikes a smooth, shiny surface like a mirror?

131. 131 A student holds a note card behind a jar of water. Which of the following best explains why the part of the note card seen through the jar looks different from the rest of the note card? D. The water bends light passing through it. A. The jar reflects light hitting its surface.

132. 132 Jared lives near an airport. Whenever a jet flies over his house the windows of his house shake. Why does this happen? D. Light energy travels faster than sound. A. Sound waves are vibrations.

133. 133 A student plucks at the strings of his guitar. Why do some of the strings make a higher pitched sound than other strings? A. They vibrate faster than the others. B. They produce fewer sound waves.

134. 134 Which instrument can be used to measure air pressure? B CBC

135. 135 A student looks outside her window after it has rained and sees puddles of water. Later that same day, the puddles are gone. What process explains why the puddles have disappeared? C. precipitation B. evaporation

136. 136 Earth’s water cycle depends on a major source of energy. What supplies the energy that drives the water cycle? A. The sun B. The Earth

137. 137 A. sunny B. rainy According to this information, what kind of weather is related to low air pressure?

138. 138 A student observes several cumulonimbus clouds in the sky. What is the weather most likely to be? C. thunderstorm D. sunny and warm

139. 139 When scientists observe weather patterns in the United States, in which direction do they find these patterns generally moving? A. east to west B. west to east

140. 140 Julia is visiting the “Big Island” of Hawaii. She is surprised to see mountains with craters. Inside the craters is hot, molten rock. What are these landforms called? D. morainesB. volcanoes

141. 141 How does freezing water cause rocks to weather? A. It expands their cracks. B. It makes them colder.

142. 142 How are the erosion of rock by running water and a landslide different? C. Water erosion changes Earth’s surface. A. Water erosion is a slower process.

143. 143 What is responsible for shaping this arch? C. deposition D. erosion

144. 144 Dwayne decides to investigate seed germination. He plants several seeds in his garden. What will happen to these seeds when they germinate? C. They will start to sprout. A. They will grow seeds.

145. 145 D. 4B. 2 The illustration to the right shows four different parts of a plant. Which part of the plant transports water from the roots to the leaves? 4 3 2 1

146. 146 Why do plants in a desert usually have shallow roots that spread out in all directions? C. The ground is too hard for the roots to grow any deeper. D. Shallow, wide roots help it capture the scarce rainwater.

147. 147 In what important way do some plants in the forest depend on animals? D. Animals make sure the plants will receive enough water. B. Animals carry the plant’s pollen or spread their seeds.

148. 148 Many animals depend on plants for C. shelter B. seed dispersal

149. 149 Which seed has structures that allow animals to transport the seed on their fur? C D

150. 150 Which gas in the air would increase if a large number of trees were cut down? C. Oxygen A. Carbon dioxide

151. 151 Which of the following is a property of CO2 gas? C. It is colorless. B. It smells like a lemon.

152. 152 Which is an example of a physical change? D. A plant turns water and carbon dioxide into sugar and oxygen. B. A steel rod is heated and then it melts.

153. 153 C. 20 grams A. 0 grams In an activity, 20 grams of salt are dissolved in 70 grams of pure water. The water is then heated on a hot plate. When the water evaporates completely, how much salt will be left?

154. 154 The picture shows the process of — A. melting B. boiling

155. 155 Which action will result in a product with new chemical properties? D. Popping popcorn A. Shredding a newspaper

156. 156 An object is placed on a desk. When a magnet is placed nearby, the object slowly moves toward the magnet. What material is the object made of? D. rubberB. iron

157. 157 How is conglomerate different from the other rock samples? A. It contains pebbles. B. It has visible layers.

158. 158 Similar containers were filled with different types of soil. Holes were poked into the bottom of each container, and 300 milliliters of water were added. The water that dripped out was collected and measured. According to the information in the table, which type of soil retained water best? C. gravel A. Potting soil

159. 159 The police arrest a person they suspect of a crime. The police scrape soil from the suspect’s shoes for evidence that he was at a certain location. Why did the police decide to scrape his shoes? D. Soils differ from place to place in color and texture. B. Each shoe leaves a unique footprint.

160. 160 What happens to the dead leaves and animals that fall to the forest floor? C. They decay and become part of the soil. D. They are washed into the oceans by heavy rains.

161. 161 What is the correct order of development for this frog? C. 2, 1, 4, 3 D. 2, 4, 1, 3

162. 162 This diagram shows some stages in the termite life cycle. Which of these is supported by the information in the diagram? D. The queen produces the eggs. A. Some nymphs have wings.

163. 163 Which animals give birth to live young? C. Black bear A. Potato beetle

164. 164 What characteristic do all birds share? A. They can fly. D. They have feathers.

165. 165 Which organism in a pond ecosystem completely changes its physical features and food source when it becomes an adult? D. duckB. butterfly

166. 166 What does every animal need in order to survive? C. roots, leaves, stems A. food, water, air

167. 167 How would being able to change their color help some animals to survive? C. It would be more difficult for other animals to find them. B. It would make it easier for babies to recognize their others.

168. 168 Armadillos and coral snakes both live in Florida. When an armadillo is threatened, it can curl up. Its armored body looks like a ball. A coral snake curls its tail into a tight spiral and holds it up when an enemy is near. This attracts the enemy to its tail and protects its head. Although these animals are very different, what is one way in which they are similar? C. They use their bodies to attack enemiesC. They use their bodies to attack enemies. B. They have ways to protect themselves.

169. 169 Keisha lives next door to Mr. Murphy and three houses away from Ms. Riley. What does this statement identify? C. her location D. direction

170. 170 Which tools are needed to measure the speed of a rolling ball? D. stopwatch, ruler A. spring scale, ruler

171. 171 Libby went on a trip with her family. In her log, she recorded the time of day and how far her family had traveled since they started. C. 30 km/h D. 90 km/h Time of Day Total Distance Traveled 8:00 AM0 km 9:00 AM30 km 10:00 AM60 km 11:00 AM90 km What speed is Libby’s family traveling in kilometers/hour?

172. 172 C. collision B. gravity If the person in the picture lets go of the rope, the weight (w) will fall to the ground. What force is acting to pull the weight to the ground?

173. 173 Carbon powder and iron filings are both black powders. When mixed together, they look like one black powder. Which of these would be best to use to separate the iron filings from the carbon powder? C. A magnet A. A magnifying glass

174. 174 While playing basketball, a student throws a ball into the air. What force brings the basketball back to the ground? A. gravity B. magnetism

175. 175 The effect of which force is weakened when the floor is wet? D. frictionB. inertia

176. 176 Which of the following has been the negative effect of technology? C. People enjoy music on the radio and CDs. B. Pollutants led to global warming.

177. 177 Clearing a forest to build a shopping mall will most likely result in woodpeckers — C. losing habitat. B. laying more eggs

178. 178 The diagram shows landfills where two communities put garbage. What is the advantage of Landfill Y? C. The soil contains more nutrients. B. The groundwater is safer.

179. 179 In what way is the process of technological design similar to a scientific investigation? A. Technological designers test and revise their ideas. B. Technological designs must be capable of mass production.

180. 180 Which is the first step in a design process? C. Describe the problem. A. Revise the solution.

181. 181 The pans in this balance are at the same height. According to this information, the mass of the rock sample is — C. 200 grams A. 170 grams

182. 182 Which of the following does the information in the picture support? D. Fire needs air.B. Corks put out fire.

183. 183 Mr. Brown wonders how minerals affect animal growth and decides to conduct an experiment with his chickens. He begins with 3 buckets containing exactly the same amount of chicken feed and then adds the same amount of 2 different minerals to two of the buckets. He adds calcium to one bucket, magnesium to another bucket, and he doesn’t add any minerals to the third bucket. What scientific term is used to describe the mineral placed in each bucket? D. variable A. control

184. 184 A student sees a laboratory sign in science class. According to this symbol, what should the student do when performing an experiment in class? D. wear a protective apron over clothing B. avoid wearing dark clothing

185. 185 Which of the following would be safe to do during a lab activity? D. Touching hot surfaces A. Running in the classroom

186. 186 After you do an experiment, what’s one way to communicate your results? C. write a paragraph to explain your conclusion D. all of the above A. make a chart B. make a graph

187. 187 C. 20cm 3 A. 5cm 3 A graduated cylinder contains 25 mL of water. A pebble is then placed in the cylinder. The diagram shows the volume of water after the pebble is placed in the cylinder. What is the volume of the pebble?

188. 188 D A What tool is used to find the temperature at which water boils?

189. 189 Which of the following statements expresses an opinion? C. Our universe may not last forever. A. Marie Curie discovered radiumA. Marie Curie discovered radium.

190. 190 Why do scientists keep accurate records of their work? C. to meet requirements of the U.S. government D. so other scientists can repeat their experiments

191. 191 How does a model differ from a theory? C. A model is based on observation, while a theory is based on data. D. A model is made to resemble something, while a theory tries to explain the data or observations.

192. 192 A scientist wants to determine what food a specific type of butterfly usually eats. What would be the best way to find an answer to this question? A. Observe the butterfly in its natural surroundings. B. Conduct an experiment by giving the butterfly different foods.

193. 193 James has decided to investigate whether the number of flowers on a plant will increase if the water given to the plant is increased. James has four pots of geraniums to use in the experiment. What condition should be varied for the four plants in order to answer the question? C. amount of water B. temperature of the water

194. 194 What conclusion could best be drawn from a study of the work of Aristotle, Galileo, Marie Curie, Shirley Jackson, and Chien-Shiung Wu? D. People from many different cultures have contributed to science. A. The greatest scientists have come from China.

195. 195 Who do you think knows the answer to this question? And don’t think about asking your teacher!

196. 196 Wow! You are one smart 5 th grader!

197. 197 Your teacher must be proud!

198. 198 Keep up the good work!

199. 199 Don’t give up.

200. 200 I’m sure you’ll do better next time!

201. 201 Take your time, you know all the answers.