SCIENCE BIG IDEA 14

What is the main function of a flower?

• to gather nutrients

• to carry water

• to reproduce

• to produce food

Annika is planning to experiment to see how tall her plant will grow in a month. What should Annika do during her experiment?

• keep accurate records

• write down her opinions

• memorize her measurements

• discuss only information that matches his prediction

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Which of the following describes the function of the needle for the pine tree?

• They support the plant.

• They produce seeds for the plant

• They make food for the plant.

• They transport water through the plant.

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Melinda planted a seedling in a pot and placed it on the window sill. In which direction will the stem of the plant grow?

• down toward the ground

• straight out of the cup

• back toward the cup

• up toward the light coming in from the window

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Which item presents a condition of a plant part growing in a certain direction?

• stem; light

• roots; light

• stem; water

• roots; temperature

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Jason and Chris did the same experiment using exact the same steps, but got different results. Which is the best way to find out whose results are correct?

• have each other use different steps

• have each other check their data

• have others repeat the experiment

• have a discussion

What makes plant roots grow down?

• heat

• light

• gravity

• friction

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What is the main function of the roots?

• make food for the plant

• support the structure of the plant

• help the plant reproduce

• store extra food created by the plant

How do plants respond to temperature?

• seeds germinate in hot weather

• plants grow in cold temperatures

• seeds only germinate in cold weather

• different plants germinate at different temperatures

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Which plant part transports water, nutrients and food through the other parts of the plant?

• stem

• roots

• seeds

• leaves

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