The Science Behind Fireworks

The Science Behind Fireworks

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English

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Main ideas and supporting details, Understanding word meanings, Comprehending a text

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main cause of the loud bangs and crackles produced by fireworks?

Rapid expansion of gases inside the firework shell

Chemical reactions within the firework

Friction between firework components

Temperature changes in the atmosphere

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Main ideas and supporting details

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the electrons in the atoms of chemical compounds when heated?

They become 'excited' and jump to higher energy levels

They become 'relaxed' and move to lower energy levels

They become 'stable' and remain in the same energy level

They become 'invisible' and disappear

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Understanding word meanings

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main purpose of timing and sequencing explosions in fireworks displays?

To create visual effects

To entertain the audience

To follow safety regulations

To test principles of chemistry

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Main ideas and supporting details

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the passage explain?

How to make fireworks

The science behind fireworks displays

The history of fireworks

The dangers of fireworks

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Comprehending a text

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main idea behind fireworks?

Fireworks are colorful

Fireworks use science to create a dazzling display

Colors are produced by different chemical compounds

Shapes and patterns are created through carefully designed shells and fuses

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Main ideas and supporting details