Metamorphic Rock Quiz

Metamorphic Rock Quiz

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6th Grade

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the term "metamorphic" mean in the context of metamorphic rocks?

Rocks that are melted into magma

Rocks that are unchanged in form

Rocks that have changed in form

Rocks that are found on the Earth's surface

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the result of the heat and pressure applied to rocks deep under the Earth's surface?

The rocks melt into magma

The rocks explode

The rocks turn into sedimentary rock

The rocks transform into metamorphic rock

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following rocks is an example of a sedimentary rock turning into a metamorphic rock due to heat and pressure?

Granite turning into gneiss

Limestone turning into marble

Shale turning into slate

Both B and C are correct

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the mineral grains in a rock under high heat and pressure, according to the text?

They melt and form magma

They explode and scatter

They change, flattening or forming layers of different densities

They remain completely unchanged

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT true about metamorphic rocks?

They are formed from igneous rocks

They are formed from sedimentary rocks

They are formed from melting rock into magma

They can have layers of different densities

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of metamorphic rocks that makes them useful in building?

They are porous and allow water to pass through easily.

They are tightly packed and not porous.

They are soft and easy to break.

They change form when exposed to water.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why has marble been used in sculpting since the time of the ancient Greeks?

Because it is very hard and durable.

Because it is porous and lightweight.

Because it is easy to carve.

Because it changes color over time.

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the famous ancient Greek statue mentioned in the text?

Apollo of Olympia

The Thinker

Venus de Milo

Statue of Zeus at Olympia