Big Idea 14_3rd Grade Review

One plant part is responsible for giving support. It is also responsible for transporting water, nutrients and food throughout the plant. Which plant part has these functions?

• Stem

• Leaves

• Roots

• Seeds

Look at the picture. This plant has many structures that help keep it alive. What is the main purpose of the flower?

• To reproduce

• To carry water

• To produce food

• To gather nutrients

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NGSS.MS-LS1-4

Mrs. Z. is carrying out an experiment to see how tall a sunflower will grow in a month? What should Mrs. Z. do during her experiment?

• Keep accurate records

• Write down opinions

• Memorize her measurements

• Discuss only information that matches her prediction

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NGSS.3-5-ETS1-3

Pierce notices the needles on a pine tree in his yard. Which of the following describes the function of the needles for the pine tree?

• They support the plant.

• They make food for the plant.

• They produce seeds for the plant.

• They transport water through the plant.

Both pictures are important parts of a plant. What is found in both of these parts, which are important for plant reproduction?

• seeds

• stems

• leaves

• flowers

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NGSS.MS-LS1-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

Stems and roots are plant parts. Which answer choice correctly matches the plant part to the stimulus it responds to?

• roots; heat

• stem; light

• stem; water

• roots; temperature

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Gavin planted a seedling in a small pot with soil. He placed the pot on its side in a window. In which direction will his plant grow?

• back toward the cup

• straight out of the cup

• down toward the ground

• up toward the light coming in from the window

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NGSS.3-LS3-2

Mike and Sara each carry out a scientific investigation. What do all scientific investigations begin with?

• a question

• a data table

• a prediction

• a conclusion

Glen was growing a plant in a clear plastic container and noticed that the roots of the plant were growing dow. Why do plant roots grow down?

• in response to heat

• in response to light

• in response to gravity

• in response to friction

Reagan is observing a large tree in her backyard. She spends the majority of her time observing the roots of the tree. Which of the following is a function of the roots?

• they make food for the plant

• they help the plant reproduce

• they support the structure of the plant

• they store extra food created by the plant