Soil and Stars Quiz

What is soil made of?

• Only sand

• Water and glass

• Bits of rock, living things, and dead things

• Plastic and clay

Which of the following helps break down dead things in the soil?

• Ants

• Earthworms

• Rocks

• Grass

What grows in soil?

• Clouds

• Trees and plants

• Stars

• Planets

How many planets are in our solar system?

• 6

• 7

• 8

• 9

Which of these is NOT part of the soil?

• Dead leaves

• Plastic bottles

• Bits of rock

• Microorganisms

The planet we live on is called:

• Mars

• Venus

• Earth

• Jupiter

What do roots do in the soil?

• Fly in the air

• Absorb sunlight

• Help plants stand and get water

• Sing songs

Which creature improves soil health by moving through it?

• Snake

• Frog

• Earthworm

• Butterfly

The largest planet in our solar system is:

• Earth

• Mars

• Jupiter

• Mercury

Which of the following is a source of organic matter in soil?

• Dead animals

• Plastic bags

• Metal scraps

• Stones