STAAR Review

Which diagram best represents the Sun-Earth-Moon system?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

A group of students want to determine how light affects a lima bean’s ability to germinate. Which procedure should the students follow?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Which T-chart correctly classifies learned behaviors and inherited traits?

• A

• B

• C

• D

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NGSS.3-LS3-1

Three objects are shown. What physical properties do these objects have in common? Select TWO correct answers.

• They float in water.

• They are flexible.

• They are poor insulators.

• They dissolve in water.

• They sink in water.

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5.5A

Which list correctly identifies the physical characteristics both Earth and its moon have in common?

• A

• B

• C

• D

Which organism has a life cycle that is most like that of a butterfly?

• A

• B

• C

• D

A student turns on a flashlight and point it towards a mirror. Which statement best explains what the student will most likely observe?

• The light will travel in a straight line and will reflect off the mirror.

• The light will be refracted off the mirror.

• The light will change color as it passes through the mirror.

• The light will be scattered.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Which of the following best explains the primary role of decomposers in ecosystems? Decomposers–

• provide food for many animals

• make their own food

• break down organisms and recycle materials

• eat only plants

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Water and oil are poured into a container during a lab experiment.A student notices that the oil has risen above the water . What is the most reasonable conclusion that can be made from this test?

• Oil is more dense than water

• Water is more dense than oil

• The temperature has changed

• The physical state of water has changed

A student places a plant in a dark room for a week. What is the most likely observation about the plant's condition?

• A) The plant will grow taller and greener.

• B) The plant will wilt and turn yellow.

• C) The plant will produce more flowers.

• D) The plant will remain unchanged.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-1