Unit 3 Patterns of Change Study Guide Part 1

Which process in the water cycle involves water changing from a gas to a liquid?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Accumulation

• Precipitation

What is the result of run-off in the water cycle?

• Water turns into vapor.

• Water gathers in rivers, lakes, or oceans.

• Water forms clouds.

• Water freezes.

Which of the following is not a part of the water cycle?

• Evaporation

• Condensation

• Photosynthesis

• Precipitation

Which statement about rainfall describes the climate of Texas?

• Austin, Texas, experienced rainy weather today.

• The weather forecast predicts rain tomorrow in Fort Worth, Texas.

• Many Texas cities had rain today, but El Paso stayed dry.

• East Texas gets more rainfall each year compared to West Texas.

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.1

CCSS.RI.5.1

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

What should students do to correctly read the amount of water in the rain gauge?

• Look at the gauge from above.

• Look at the gauge from below.

• Look at the gauge at eye level.

• Look at the gauge from the side.

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.3

CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RI.4.3

CCSS.RI.4.5

CCSS.RI.5.3

What happens to rainwater after it falls to the ground?

• It evaporates immediately.

• It turns into clouds.

• It flows back into rivers, lakes, or oceans as runoff.

• It stays on the ground forever.

What is the term for water collecting in rivers, lakes, or oceans?

• Evaporation

• Accumulation

• Condensation

• Precipitation

What is the function of the waxy coating on some leaves?

• It helps the plant absorb more sunlight.

• It helps keep water in the plant and protects it from bugs and weather.

• It makes the leaves taste better to animals.

• It helps the plant grow taller.

Why is grass considered a producer?

• It provides shade for other plants.

• It makes its own food using sunlight, water, and air.

• It grows faster than other plants.

• It is eaten by many animals.

What adaptation helps water lilies survive on water?

• Their leaves are small and round.

• Their leaves are flat and wide, allowing them to float easily on the surface.

• Their roots are very deep in the water.

• Their flowers are very colorful.