Processes on Earth (TEKS 3.10) Test

Which rapid change can cause a crater to form on Earth?

• giant wave

• large earthquake

• volcanic eruption

Lee’s yard has a pile of leaves with clay soil underneath it. The leaves seem to disappear over time. Which tool BEST helps Lee closely examine a soil sample?

• hot plate

• telescope

• hand lens

Which prediction can Noah make about next year by analyzing the data?

• It will rain the same amount in both cities during the winter months.

• It will rain more during the summer in City 2 than during any other season.

• It will rain more during the spring in City 1 than it will rain all year long in City 2.

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CCSS.3.MD.B.3

Scientists study this model of a rapid change on Earth’s surface. Part A: Which natural process caused the rapid change that the scientists modeled?

• flood

• landslide

• earthquake

Scientists study this model of a rapid change on Earth’s surface. Which statement describes one way the model helps scientists to study rapid changes on Earth?

• Models help scientists predict how rapid changes impact Earth.

• Models let scientists stop rapid changes from occurring on Earth.

• Models always show scientists exactly when and where rapid changes will occur on Earth.

Tara investigates a growing plant that is dropping leaves to the ground. She makes this model based on her observations. Which statements complete the model? Write the letter of ONE correct answer in each box to label each part of the model.

• 1

• C. Dead leaves drop onto the ground.

• 3

• D. Decomposed leaves mix into the soil.

• 4

• A. Leaf litter slowly decomposes.

• 2

• B. Plant matter transforms into soil.