SC.5.N.2.1 Form A

1. For her science fair project, Marcy is investigating how levels of carbon dioxide affect plant growth. Which of the following is most important for Marcy to do?

• She needs to make sure her results match her predictions.
• She needs to make sure that her results contain both words and numbers.
• She needs to make sure that the explanation of her results is based on evidence.
• She needs to make sure her results get published so that everyone can read them.

2. Which of the following must be true for scientific results to be valid?

• The results should be drawn in a graph.
• The results should be based on evidence.
• The results should support the ideas of other scientists.
• The results should match the predictions of the scientist.

3. Kyle completes his science project for his 5th grade teacher by carrying out a scientific investigation. Which statement about Kyle’s investigation is true?

• Kyle’s investigation must include observation and evidence.
• Kyle must have an investigation with steps that follow a set pattern.
• Kyle’s project is valid only if the teacher personally likes the results.
• Kyle must include all the steps of the scientific method for his results to be valid.

4. When conducting an investigation, a scientist’s main goal should be which of the following?

• The scientist should include his opinions in the results.
• The scientist should aim to become famous for his work.
• The scientist should follow a very specific scientific method.
• The scientist should aim to answer questions about the natural world.

5. Which of the following questions could be answered by a scientific investigation?

• What color is the best to paint with?
• What animal makes a good pet?
• What is the best flavor of soft drink?
• What causes some metals to rust?