6th Grade Scientific Method Lesson Quiz

What is the first step in the Scientific Method?

• Hypothesis

• Problem

• Conclusion

• Data

Which of the following is NOT a step in the Scientific Method?

• Analysis

• Hypothesis

• Materials

• Procedure

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What step follows immediately after formulating a hypothesis in the Scientific Method?

• Conclusion

• Data

• Materials

• Procedure

In the Scientific Method, what is the step that involves gathering evidence?

• Data

• Hypothesis

• Conclusion

• Problem

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

What is the purpose of a problem question in scientific investigations?

• A) To provide a summary of a scientific experiment

• B) To outline the steps of the scientific method

• C) To propose a topic that can be tested using the scientific method

• D) To record the results of an experiment

What is a hypothesis in science?

• A) A fact that has been proven through experiments

• B) An educated guess based on background knowledge and prior experience

• C) A problem that scientists want to solve

• D) A summary of observations and experiments

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2

NGSS.HS-LS2-3

Which of the following should be avoided when stating a hypothesis?

• A) Using "If...then" statements

• B) Including predictions about the experiment's outcome

• C) Using phrases like "I think" or "I guess"

• D) Basing it on scientific research

What is another way to write a hypothesis besides a prediction statement?

• A) As a question

• B) As an "If...then" statement

• C) As a detailed explanation

• D) As a direct observation

What is a possible hypothesis for the effect of rainwater on plant growth compared to filtered water?

• Rainwater will make plants grow taller than plants watered with soda.

• Rainwater will affect the growth of plants differently than filtered water.

• Rainwater will cause plants to lose their leaves more quickly.

• Rainwater and filtered water have the same effect on plant growth.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

What is a key element to include when making a scientific hypothesis?

• A) A guess without any basis

• B) A detailed experimental procedure

• C) A reason for the prediction

• D) A summary of previous experiments

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NGSS.HS-PS1-2