Water Cycle Quiz

Anika, Mason, and Ava are studying the environment and come across the concept of the water cycle. They learn that it is:

• The movement of water around the Earth in all its forms

• The process of water freezing into ice

• The movement of water from the ocean to the atmosphere

• The process of water turning into steam

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Evelyn, Kai, and Sophia are discussing the water cycle in their science class. They are trying to determine where the water cycle starts and ends. Can you help them figure it out?

• In the atmosphere

• In the snow

• In the soil

• In the ocean

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Arjun, Michael, and Lily went on a field trip to a nature reserve. They observed various forms of water in the water cycle. What did they likely observe?

• Snow, soil, aquifers, lakes, and streams

• Rocks, trees, and grass

• Clouds, wind, and rainbows

• Mountains, deserts, and forests

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Zoe, Maya, and William are discussing the water cycle in their science class. They are trying to understand why the water cycle is important. Which reason is correct?

• It creates weather patterns

• It helps plants grow

• It provides drinking water

• It is essential for life on Earth

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During a field trip to the beach, Lily, Arjun, and Scarlett observed the vast ocean. Their teacher explained the ocean's role in the water cycle. What did the teacher describe?

• They are the starting and ending point of the water cycle

• They provide water for plants

• They create clouds

• They store water underground

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During a field trip, Emma, Hannah, and Elijah observed a small stream in the forest. They discussed the role of this stream in the water cycle. What is the role of streams like this one in the water cycle?

• They evaporate water into the atmosphere

• They transport water from land to the ocean

• They store water in aquifers

• They freeze water into ice

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Mia, Emma, and Ava are building a snowman in their backyard during winter. What role does the snow play in the water cycle in this scenario?

• It creates thunderstorms

• It forms clouds

• It stores water on land

• It provides drinking water

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Liam, Sophia, and Luna are on a field trip to a natural reserve. They come across a sign that talks about aquifers. What role do aquifers play in the water cycle according to the sign?

• They turn water into steam

• They transport water from land to the ocean

• They create hurricanes

• They store water underground

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During a field trip, Abigail observed a large body of water and asked, 'What is the role of this lake in the water cycle?'

• It creates clouds

• It provides water for plants

• It stores water on land

• It freezes water into ice

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Elijah and Avery are discussing the water cycle during their science project. Elijah asks, 'What is the role of the atmosphere in the water cycle?'

• It transports water vapor and forms clouds

• It stores water underground

• It provides drinking water

• It creates weather patterns

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