Friday, May 17

What are fossils?

• Rocks shaped like animals

• Remains or traces of ancient plants and animals

• Pieces of wood turned to stone

• Old bones found only in museums

Why are fossils important to scientists?

• They help in making jewelry

• They are used in building materials

• They provide clues about the past

• They are used as fuel

What is paleontology?

• The study of rocks

• The study of ocean plants

• The study of prehistoric life

• The study of modern animals

How do most fossils form?

• From plants left in the sun

• From animals preserved in ice

• From hard parts of living things that turn into rock

• From insects trapped in tree sap

What happens to the remains of living things after they sink to the bottom of the sea?

• They decompose completely

• They are eaten by fish

• They are covered by layers of earth and other materials

• They float back to the surface

How has Earth changed over time according to the essential question in the learning material?

• By human activities only

• Through natural processes and events

• By remaining static and unchanging

• Through extraterrestrial influences

What is the significance of studying different scientific fields like geology, paleontology, and biology to understand Earth's past?

• To predict future technological advances

• To understand Earth's past climate changes

• To create maps of unexplored territories

• To improve modern medicine

What does the study of rocks tell us about Earth?

• The age of technological developments

• The story of Earth's changes over time

• The types of animals that exist today

• The best locations for urban development

What types of fossilized animal remains are commonly discovered at the Morrison Formation?

• Dinosaurs, mammals, and birds

• Dinosaurs only

• Mammals only

• Birds only

Based on the animals in the image, what do you think the environment of the Morrison Formation looked like millions of years ago?

• Desert

• Tropical forest

• Mountainous

• Swampy