1. Science CAPT 2016
Greenwich High School

2. Tuesday, March 8
Two 50 minute sessions

3. Scoring a 3 or better on Science CAPT is a graduation requirement

4. Types of Questions… 60 multiple choice
Mixed biology and physical science
Some ask about the “embedded tasks”
5 open ended
Example: “Provide two ways in which this experiment was held constant.”
All ask about the embedded tasks
Types of Questions…

5. Scientific Inquiry, Literacy and Numeracy
Content Knowledge
Scientific Inquiry, Literacy and Numeracy
Total
Content Area
(Strand)
Multiple Choice Questions
(1 point each)
Written Response Questions
(3 points each)
Points
I. Energy Transformations 8 4 1 15
II. Chemical Structures & Properties
III. Global Interdependence
IV. Cell Chemistry & Biotechnology
V. Genetics, Evolution & Biodiversity
Totals
40 Total Questions
20 Total Questions
5 Total Questions
75 Points
The details…

6. The Embedded Tasks Biology Physical Science Population Pyramids
Enzymes (Apple Juice)
Population Pyramids
Genetically Modified Foods
Yeast Growth
Brownfields
Solar Cookers
Tensile Strength (Polymers)
Acid Rain
CT Energy
The Embedded Tasks

7. Strategies to Performing Well
Don’t Skip Answers!
Review the Embedded Tasks
Read the question carefully. i.e.: “Identify three variables for this experiment…”
Strategies to Performing Well

8. How do I prepare? Benchmark Assessments In Class Practice
Attend review sessions
How do I prepare?

9. After School Review Sessions
WHY???
Five different sessions to choose from
Extra Credit!
Snacks!!
Raffle!!!
WHEN???
Tuesday, March 1
Thursday, March 3
Monday, March 7
2:30 – 3:30
Room 900
After School Review Sessions