Simple Solutions Quiz #4

Which physical adaptations make the North American heron well-suited to live in its environment?

• Large beak with sharp point for spearing fish

• Ability to survive for long periods without water

• Legs and feet that allow it to move easily through wet areas

• S-shaped neck that gives it greater striking strength for hunting

Which phrases describe an adaptation? (Select two)

• The basic unit of life; the smallest part of any living thing

• A long-lasting change in a species

• Helps a species be better suited to survive in its environment

• Asking questions and seeking information

Which part of the engineering design process involves evaluating the solution and getting feedback about how it may or may not work?

• Engineers test and refine their prototype

• Engineers list the criteria and constraints of a solution

• Engineers identify a problem

• Engineers publish a report, manufacture an appliance, or produce a video

Which step of the engineering design process helps engineers come up with a variety of ideas for solving a problem?

• Taking surveys

• Identifying criteria

• Plate movement

• Brainstorming

Select examples of technology.

• Scissors

• Tennis shoes

• Cell phones

• Mountain ranges

During which step of the engineering design process do engineers identify the requirements and limitations of a design solution?

• Discover wants and needs

• List criteria and constraints

• Create models and prototypes

• Conduct research and testing

Which part of the sentence states the cause?

Too much vegetation was removed; as a result, the soil eroded.

• Too much vegetation was removed;

• as a result,

• the soil eroded.

• Criterion

Which term is a requirement needed to make an engineer's design successful?

• Constraint

• Waste

• Criterion

• Model

What is the use of knowledge to make human life easier or better?

• Technology

• Energy

• Cell

• Control

What is a working device, process, or system that shows an engineer's solution?

• Prototype

• Phenomenon

• Pattern

• Structure