Science Quiz

What does a graduated cylinder measure?

• Volume of liquid

• Weight of solids

• Temperature of air

• Height of objects

What is the term used to describe the air and gases surrounding the Earth?

• Biosphere

• Atmosphere

• Stratosphere

• Hydrosphere

What tool is commonly used to measure the depth of a solid object?

• Thermometer

• Scale

• Ruler

• Compass

What happens to water if it is left in a cup over a long period of time?

• It freezes

• It condenses

• It evaporates

• It solidifies

What does a rain gauge measure?

• A) Temperature

• B) Precipitation

• C) Wind speed

• D) Water quality

What is the original source of energy for all living things?

• A) Wind

• B) Water

• C) The Sun

• D) Electricity

What happens to most of the water in a river after a huge rainstorm?

• A) It evaporates

• B) It becomes stagnant

• C) It flows downstream

• D) It seeps into the soil

What would likely increase if more homes are built in an area?

• A) Air quality

• B) Number of trees

• C) Waste water in the sewer plant

• D) Amount of wildlife

What are the four components that make up soil?

• Air, Water, Trees, and Sand

• Air, Organic Material, Rocks, and Water

• Air, Plastic, Rocks, and Water

• Air, Organic Material, Sand, and Clay

What does precipitation include?

• Rain, Sleet, and Snow

• Rain, Wind, and Hail

• Snow, Hail, and Fog

• Rain, Fog, and Clouds