5th Grade Review Quiz

Which of the following is a primary source in social studies?

• A textbook summary of the American Revolution

• A diary written by a soldier during the American Revolution

• An encyclopedia article about George Washington

• A modern movie about colonial times

What is the main function of the roots of a plant?

• To make food for the plant

• To absorb water and nutrients from the soil

• To attract pollinators

• To produce seeds

• 54

• 56

• 64

• 58

Which sentence uses correct punctuation?

• My dog likes to run, jump and play.

• My dog likes to run jump, and play.

• My dog likes to run, jump, and play.

• My dog likes to run jump and play.

Which continent is the Sahara Desert located on?

• Asia

• Africa

• Australia

• South America

What is the process called when water changes from a liquid to a gas?

• Condensation

• Evaporation

• Precipitation

• Freezing

Which word is a synonym for "happy"?

• Sad

• Angry

• Joyful

• Tired

Who was the first President of the United States?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• George Washington

• John Adams

Which part of the cell controls what enters and leaves the cell?

• Nucleus

• Cell membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Mitochondria