4th Grade Science End-of-Year Exam (Questions Only)

What is the main source of energy for the water cycle?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Earth’s rotation

• Earth’s gravity

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Which tool would best help a student observe the phases of the Moon?

• Thermometer

• Hand lens

• Telescope

• Ruler

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Which statement best describes the Sun?

• A. A planet that shines at night

• B. A hot ball of gas that gives off heat and light

• C. A large moon that orbits Earth

• D. A rock that travels through space

Which of these is an inherited trait?

• A dog learning to sit

• A scar on a kitten’s paw

• A bird’s beak shape

• A hamster running in a wheel

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Which physical trait is most likely inherited from parents?

• A. A broken arm

• B. Hair color

• C. Ability to ride a bike

• D. Scar on a leg

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What does the stem of a plant do?

• Absorbs water from the soil

• Supports the plant and moves water

Which of the following is a function of roots?

• To support flowers

• To hold leaves

• To absorb water and anchor the plant

• To make fruit

Which part of the plant makes food using sunlight?

• Roots

• Stem

• Flower

• Leaves

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Which describes how the Moon appears over time?

• It stays the same shape each night

• It gets larger and smaller in a cycle

• It shines more brightly each night

• It changes color from blue to white

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Which of these shows a physical change?

• Burning paper

• Rusting metal

• Melting ice

• Cooking an egg