Unit 1 Science Review

Which of these is the metric base unit for measuring length?

• inch
• meter
• centimeter
• pound

Which scientific tool can be used to measure the volume of a liquid?

• measuring cup
• spring scale
• thermometer
• pan balance

Joseph wonders what type of birds live in his neighborhood.  What skill will he use to investigate the variety of birds in his neighborhood?

• infer
• observe
• communicate
• building a model

Rosa conducts an experiment.  Her results do not support her hypothesis.  What should she do?

• Plan another experiment to test the results of the first one
• Change the results to support her hypothesis
• Discard the data because it does not agree with her hypothesis
• Defend the results as correct

Which of the following is not a science tool for measuring?

• thermometer
• graduated cyliner
• collecting net
• balance

Any condition in an experiment that can be changed is a ______.

• evidence
• opinion
• variable
• control

Objects that are too small to see with you eyes are _______.

• balance
• microscopic
• evidence
• opinion

Which is a belief or judgement?

• fact
• evidence
• control
• opinion

A measurement close to the true size is _______.

• control
• accurate
• variable
• opinion

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• asking a question
• collecting evidence
• drawing a conclusion