Science Quiz - Nature of Science

What is the purpose of a science fair?

• To showcase art projects

• To sell science equipment

• To promote sports activities

• To investigate a problem using the scientific method

What is the scientific method?

• A linear sequence of steps always followed by scientists

• A recipe for making a cake

• A method only used in online science fairs

• A flexible process used by scientists to investigate problems

What is the purpose of a control group in an experiment?

• To analyze the data collected

• To provide a baseline for comparison

• To ensure the experiment is conducted outdoors

• To receive the treatment being tested

Where should the independent variable be placed on a graph?

• On the X axis

• On the Y axis

• On the bottom of the graph

• On the top of the graph

What is the purpose of citing sources when conducting research?

• To make the paper longer

• To give credit to the original authors

• To show off knowledge

• To confuse the readers

What is the main goal of science?

• To entertain people

• To win awards

• To make money

• To gain knowledge

What are inferences in science?

• Personal opinions

• Unrelated facts

• Random guesses

• Logical statements based on evidence

Why is ethics important in scientific work?

• To make experiments more difficult

• To ensure the safety of researchers

• To slow down progress

• To have more paperwork

What is the nature of science?

• Secretive and exclusive

• Collaborative and ongoing

• Finished and complete

• Individual and isolated

What is the role of curiosity in science?

• To discourage exploration

• To limit learning

• To lead to new discoveries

• To prevent asking questions