Nature of Science Quiz

What is the most important thing in Science?

• Curiosity

• Intelligence

• Creativity

• Patience

What is the first step of the Scientific Method?

• Observation

• Experiment

• Hypothesis

• Conclusion

Which of the following is NOT a role of Science in society?

• Medicine

• Art

• Technology

• Transport

What does a hypothesis usually look like?

• A question

• A diagram

• A list

• A statement

What should an experiment be?

• Long, detailed, and confusing

• Quick, easy, and fun

• Expensive, complex, and unique

• Safe, repeatable, and reliable

What is the purpose of publishing results?

• To win awards

• To keep them secret

• To share findings with others

• To make money

What is a Scientific Theory?

• A random guess

• An untested idea

• A single experiment

• An explanation with consistent evidence

What is included in a lab report?

• Personal opinions

• Title and date

• Fictional stories

• Unrelated data

What is the role of a scientist in society?

• To entertain

• To create art

• To research and experiment

• To sell products

What is the last step of the Scientific Method?

• Observation

• Publish Results

• Hypothesis

• Experiment