3rd grade-Science Review Part 1 (Florida)

Yamilet cut the stem of fresh white flower and placed it in a cup of colorful water and allowed the flowers to sit overnight. The following day she noticed the flowers had turned the colors of the dyes. What does this investigation show her?

• The flower stems transport water/dyes to other parts of the plant.

• The flowers helps the plant reproduce

• The leaves produce different colors

• The roots absorb water and nutrients from the soil to be used by the plant.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Liam is interested in creating a new flower garden at his school. Which part of the plant does he need to use to reproduce?

• The stem because it will transport water to other parts of the plant

• The flower because it will pollinate and grow

• The leaf because it absorbs sunlight

• The seed because it can sprout and grow

Oriol placed a seedling in a cup of sugar water to see the effects. Which part of the plant would be the first to absorb the sugar water?

• Flower

• Leaf

• Stem

• Roots

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

Take a look at the picture on the left. The roots absorb, or soak up water from the ground. Where does the water travel next? Use the picture to help you answer the question.

• Flower

• Leaf

• Stem

• Roots

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

Take a look at the watermelon, what is the function of the seeds of this fruit?

• to help the plant take in nutrients

• to help the plant reproduce

• to help the plant make food

• to help the plant transport food and water

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

NGSS.3-LS1-1

Third graders have to complete a research project about animals that don't have skeletons. Which animal groups would be the BEST choice for their research project?

• mammals

• birds

• insects

• reptiles

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

NGSS.3-LS2-1

This black bear hibernates in the winter. How does the bear prepare for hibernation? Choose the BEST answer.

• Eat less food

• Eat lots of extra food

• Build a new home in a cave

• Move to Florida to stay warm

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NGSS.3-LS3-2

Linda went on a nature walk and found several mushrooms. She decided to bring them to school to share her findings. She used a hand lens to see the mushroom closer. In which groups would this plant be classified?

• Plants with leaves

• Plants than produce fruit

• Plants that produce spores

• Plants with flowers

During a school project, students observed a plant growing from a potato. What part of the potato actually grows into a new plant?

• The skin of the potato because it protects the potato

• The eyes of the potato because they can sprout and grow

• The flesh of the potato because it stores nutrients

• The roots of the potato because they absorb water

While studying different biomes, a student asked about the role of cacti in desert environments. What is the primary function of a cactus's thick stem?

• To provide shade to smaller plants

• To attract animals for pollination

• To store water for dry periods

• To capture prey