Basic Science Skills Quiz

Which of the following is a correct metric unit for measuring mass?

• Liter

• Gram

• Meter

• Second

What is the independent variable in an experiment?

• The variable that is measured

• The variable that is changed by the experimenter

• The variable that stays the same

• The variable that is calculated

Which of the following is NOT a step in the scientific method?

• Forming a hypothesis

• Drawing conclusions

• Guessing the results

• Conducting an experiment

What is the correct metric prefix for one thousandth?

• kilo-

• centi-

• milli-

• deca-

Which piece of lab equipment is best for measuring the volume of a liquid accurately?

• Beaker

• Graduated cylinder

• Test tube

• Petri dish

What should you do first if a chemical spills on your skin during a lab?

• Wipe it off with a paper towel

• Rinse immediately with plenty of water

• Ignore it

• Tell a friend

Which axis is the dependent variable plotted on in a graph?

• X-axis

• Y-axis

• Z-axis

• None

What is the basic unit of length in the metric system?

• Inch

• Meter

• Foot

• Yard

Which of the following is a control variable?

• The variable you change

• The variable you measure

• The variable you keep the same

• The variable you ignore

What is the first step in the scientific method?

• Form a hypothesis

• Make an observation

• Analyze data

• Draw a conclusion