Module 2: Earth & Life Science

PRETEST

Directions: Read and understand the given statements/questions below. Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.

1. Which type of rock is produced by volcanic eruption and solidification of molten material?

• A. Metamorphic Rock

• B. Sedimentary Rock

• C. Igneous Rock

• D. Basaltic Rock

2. Which of the following rock types is produced by compaction and cementation of particles from pre-existing rocks?

• A. Basaltic Rock

• B. Metamorphic Rock

• C. Igneous Rock

• D. Sedimentary Rock

3. _______ refers to the breakdown of rocks into smaller particles either by mechanical or chemical means.

• A. Erosion

• B. Cementation

• C. Deposition

• D. Weathering

4. Which of the following is considered to be a form of chemical weathering?

• A. Rocks are broken into pieces using tools such as sledgehammer or mallet

• B. Rocks break apart due to constant change in temperature

• C. Roots of plants break down soils as it grows to the ground

• D. Acid rain dissolves minerals found in rocks

5. Which of the following processes can produce diamond?

• A. Sedimentation

• B. Compaction

• C. Metamorphism

• D. Melting

When molten magma solidifies on or close to the surface of the Earth, 6.________ rocks are formed.

Word Bank: igneous metamorphic magma sedimentary transported weathering

Rocks on the Earth's surface are broken down by 7. _______ that involves physical, chemical and biological processes.

Word Bank: igneous metamorphic magma sedimentary transported weathering

(Please answer #8 only)

The fragments of rocks are 8._____ to the sea by rivers, glaciers and strong winds. Here they sink and form 9_____ rocks.

Word Bank: igneous metamorphic magma sedimentary transported weathering

(Please answer #9 only)

The fragments of rocks are 8._____ to the sea by rivers, glaciers and strong winds. Here they sink and form 9_____ rocks.

Word Bank: igneous metamorphic magma sedimentary transported weathering

Over millions of years, heat, pressure and movement may change these sedimentary rocks into 10. _____ rocks.

Word Bank: igneous metamorphic magma sedimentary transported weathering