Science SOL Review

What is a controlled variable? 

• parts of the experiment that change

• parts of the experiment that stays the same 

What is the force that causes everything to be pulled down to the Earth?

• friction

• gravity

• balanced

• unbalanced

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NGSS.5-PS2-1

In what part of the plant cell does the process of photosynthesis take place?

• nucleus

• mitochondria

• chloroplasts

• vacuoles

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Arrows on a food chain and food web show __________________________________.

• the direction that the animals walk

• the other animals favorite animal

• the direction food (matter and energy) move

• their allies

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following best defines science?

• A collection of unchangeable facts about the natural world

• The study of the natural world through observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanations

• A belief system based on assumptions about the natural world

• A method for proving theories beyond doubt

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DOK Level 1: Recall

This word describes solid particles that sink to the bottom of a liquid

(a)  

• sediment

• fossil

• geo

• ignite

Answer explanation

Sedimentary Rocks are formed from sediments that collect on the bottom of the ocean floor.

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5.8.c

5.8.d

Which state of matter does sound travel the fastest through?

• gas

• liquid

• solid

Answer explanation

Because sound travels by molecules bumping (vibrating) into each other, sound travels fastest through solids because their molecules are closer together.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-2

In an ecosystem, what role do producers play in the food chain?

• They consume other organisms.

• They produce energy for consumers.

• They convert sunlight into usable energy.

• They break down dead organisms.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How does Earth's rotation affect the day and night cycle?

• It causes the seasons to change.

• It changes the moon's phases.

• It leads to day when the area faces the sun and night when it faces away.

• It affects the gravitational pull of the moon.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

This word means to CHANGE

• sediment

• ignite

• geo

• morph

Answer explanation

Meta"MORPHIC" rock undergoes a change when it is exposed to heat and pressure.

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5.8.c