MOCK Science Test

Which of the following is an example of a testable scientific question? SC.5.N.1.1

• A. What is the best color?

• B. How does the amount of sunlight affect plant growth?

• C. Why is the sky blue?

• D. What is the meaning of life?

Tags

NGSS.3-PS2-1

Why is it important to have a control group in an experiment? SC.5.N.1.4 o

• A. To increase the number of variables

• B. To provide a standard for comparison

• C. To ensure the experiment is biased

• D. To make the experiment more complex

Which statement best describes an observation rather than an opinion? SC.5.N.2.1 o

• A. The plant is tall.

• B. The plant is beautiful.

• C. The plant is the best in the garden.

• D. The plant is happy.

4. 4.What is the purpose of repeating an experiment? SC.5.N.2.2

• A. To get different results each time

• B. To ensure the results are reliable

• C. To make the experiment more interesting

• D. To use more materials

5.Which of the following is an example of empirical evidence? SC.5.N.2.1 o

• A. A scientist's opinion

• B. A measurement of temperature

• C. A hypothesis

• D. A theory

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NGSS.5-PS1-2

NGSS.5-PS1-3

6.What is the main component of a galaxy? SC.5.E.5.1

• A. Planets

• B. Stars

• C. Moons

• D. Asteroids

Which planet is known for its rings? SC.5.E.5.3

• A. Earth

• B. Mars

• C. Jupiter

• D. Saturn

What causes day and night on Earth? SC.4.E.5.4

• A. Earth's revolution around the Sun o

• B. Earth's rotation on its axis o

• C. The Moon's orbit around Earth o

• D. The Sun's rotation

Which of the following is a renewable resource? SC.4.E.6.3 o A. Oil o B. Coal o C. Water o D. Natural gas

• A. Oil

• B. Coal

• C. Water

• D. Natural gas

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NGSS.5-ESS3-1

What is the process by which water vapor turns into liquid water? SC.5.E.7.1

• A. Evaporation

• B. Condensation

• C. Precipitation

• D. Transpiration