The Scientific Method: Inquiry and Discovery

The Scientific Method: Inquiry and Discovery

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English

7th Grade

Medium

Main idea, Author's purpose, Evidence and inferences

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main idea of the passage?

The scientific method involves a series of steps that are strictly followed in order.

The scientific method is a dynamic process that involves observation, experimentation, and analysis.

Famous scientists like Isaac Newton and Marie Curie have used the scientific method.

The scientific method is only useful for professional scientists.

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Main idea

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the author's purpose in writing this passage?

To explain how the scientific method is a dynamic and critical process in scientific discovery

To argue that the scientific method is outdated

To give a biography of famous scientists

To demonstrate how to conduct an experiment

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Author's purpose

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which evidence does the author use to support the claim that the scientific method encourages critical thinking?

The steps involved in the scientific method

Marie Curie's experiments with radioactive materials

Isaac Newton formulating his theory of gravity

Dr. Emma Clarke's statement about the scientific method being a way of thinking

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Evidence and inferences

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which statement in the passage is an example of a claim?

Scientists observe phenomena and ask questions.

The scientific method is not just for professional scientists.

Isaac Newton observed an apple falling from a tree.

Marie Curie discovered radium and polonium.

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Claims and arguments

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