Quiz about Hmh Science Unit Benchmark

Question 1

A ________________ is an idea that can be tested by an experiment. It comes in the form of a statement, not a question.

Accepted Answer

hypothesis

Answer

conclusion

Answer

inference

Question 2

All scientific investigations begin with a question. It must be something we can test.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 3

We use our _______ senses to describe the natural world. This is how we observe.

Accepted Answer

5

Answer

4

Answer

6

Question 4

Data is information we gather during an experiment. We record and analyze it to form our conclusions.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 5

A conclusion is an explanation that is based on evidence from our observations. This is where we determine if the evidence supports our hypothesis.

Accepted Answer

True

Answer

False

Question 6

An _________________ is a set of steps you follow to test a hypothesis. It must include materials, equipment needed, and procedures.

Accepted Answer

experiment

Answer

procedure

Answer

hypothesis

Question 7

You make an ________________ when you use your 5 senses to notice details.

Accepted Answer

observation

Answer

data

Answer

conclusion

Question 8

If Dakota wants to record the growth of her tomato plant. What tool would she use to record the height of her plant?

Accepted Answer

ruler

Answer

pan balance

Answer

dropper

Question 9

Which inference can you make about the flowers?

Accepted Answer

They had no water.

Answer

They were a gift.

Answer

They are pink

Question 10

You can use a ruler to find the mass of a rock.

Accepted Answer

False

Answer

True

Question 11

Which meaning do scientists use for the word investigate?

Accepted Answer

to use a planned way to find answers to questions.

Answer

to try to find answers by guessing.

Question 12

If you needed to add water to your brownie mix, what tool would you use?

Accepted Answer

measuring cup

Answer

dropper

Question 13

Lucca is interested in what animals eat in the Florida Everglades. Which should he use in his investigation?

Accepted Answer

A table showing food for animals in the Everglades.

Answer

A model alligator

Answer

The water cycle of the Everglades.

Question 14

Sophie wants to measure the time it takes for a hamster to run a maze. What tool should she use?

Accepted Answer

stopwatch

Answer

clock

Answer

pan balance

Question 15

Two scientists are studying butterflies. Both find that fewer butterflies in their city than last year. Why is it important for these scientists to share their findings?

Accepted Answer

To learn from each other

Answer

To give reasons to visit another city

Question 16

You use your 5 senses to make observations. Which one is NOT one of your 5 senses.

Accepted Answer

thinking

Answer

smelling

Answer

seeing

Answer

hearing

Question 17

Maximo conducted an experiment to see what kind of seeds grew fastest. He bought 4 different kinds of seeds and the same soil. He put them outside and watered them daily. What is the variable in the experiment?

Accepted Answer

the type of seed

Answer

the type of soil

Answer

the amount of water

Question 18

A student is studying sharks and wants to learn more about their jaws. Why would the student use this model?

Accepted Answer

It's not possible to study the real jaw safely.

Answer

A real set of jaws could not be opened

Question 19

A hypothesis is a statement that could answer a question based on observation. A hypothesis must be able to be tested. Which of the following would be a hypothesis?

Accepted Answer

I think a heavier ball would fall faster than a light one.

Answer

I will throw different sized balls to see which one falls first.

Question 20

Nora and Jack collected data about their classmates favorite fruit. Why did they use this type of graph to display their results?

Accepted Answer

to compare the amount for each kind of fruit

Answer

to show the types of apples

Answer

to show where the fruit grows

Question 21

Hadley and MacKenzie did similar experiments and got different results. Which is the best way to find out whose results are correct?

Accepted Answer

Have other students try the experiment the same way.

Answer

Have a friend do the experiment differently.

Answer

Vote on who was correct.

Question 22

Which tool would be best for seeing very time things in the water?

Accepted Answer

microscope

Answer

binoculars

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