Worksheets6th Grade Life Science
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
Name
Class
Date
1.
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Choose the name and cellular process that match the organelle shown in the photo.
Choose the name and cellular process that match the organelle shown in the photo.
a)
chloroplast; cellular respiration
b)
mitochondrion; cellular respiration
c)
chloroplast; photosynthesis
d)
mitochondrion; photosynthesis
2.
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Which of the following is a correct sequence of levels of organization in the body?
Which of the following is a correct sequence of levels of organization in the body?
a)
atoms, molecules, cells, tissues, organs.
b)
atoms, organ systems, cells, organs, tissue
c)
molecules, organs, cells, tissues, organ systems.
d)
atoms, cells, tissues, molecules, organ systems.
3.
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The process in plant cells that converts energy from the sun into energy stored in food is ________.
The process in plant cells that converts energy from the sun into energy stored in food is ________.
a)
photosynthesis
b)
cellular respiration
c)
homeostasis
d)
cell division
4.
SC.6.L.14.2
Which of the following is NOT part of the cell theory?
Which of the following is NOT part of the cell theory?
a)
Cells come from other cells.
b)
All living things are made of cells.
c)
Cells can be seen through a microscope.
d)
Cells are the units of structure and function in living things.
5.
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What is the result of cell division?
What is the result of cell division?
a)
one daughter cell with double the DNA of the parent cell.
b)
Two daughter cells with double the DNA of the parent cell.
c)
One daughter cell with half the DNA of the parent cell.
d)
Two daughter cells with the same DNA as the parent cell.
6.
SC.6.L.14.4
The diagram shown is a useful scientific model because it shows:
The diagram shown is a useful scientific model because it shows:
a)
an animal cell as it really looks.
b)
a plant cell as it really looks.
c)
the structures of a typical plant cell.
d)
how the structures of a cell function.
7.
SC.6.L.14.5
Which term best fits the level of organization pictured in the diagram?
Which term best fits the level of organization pictured in the diagram?
a)
organ
b)
tissue
c)
single cell
d)
organ system
8.
SC.6.L.14.5
What is one way stress can affect homeostasis?
What is one way stress can affect homeostasis?
a)
It disrupts ability to fight disease.
b)
It increases water balance.
c)
It maintains constant internal temperature.
d)
It decreases the frequency of headaches.
9.
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Which two systems work together to respond to internal and external conditions and to control body functions?
Which two systems work together to respond to internal and external conditions and to control body functions?
a)
the skeletal and muscular systems.
b)
endocrine and nervous systems.
c)
muscular and digestive systems.
d)
respiratory and circulatory systems.
10.
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Which of the following is an important function of the integumentary system?
Which of the following is an important function of the integumentary system?
a)
It produces blood cells.
b)
It stores minerals until the body needs them.
c)
It regulates body temperature.
d)
It allows the body to move.
11.
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Which of the following connects the bones in movable joints?
Which of the following connects the bones in movable joints?
a)
tendons
b)
cartilage
c)
marrow
d)
ligaments
12.
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Look at the diagram. What happens when the biceps contract?
Look at the diagram. What happens when the biceps contract?
a)
The triceps contracts.
b)
The triceps relaxes.
c)
The triceps shortens.
d)
The triceps does not move.
13.
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What process is shown in the diagram?
What process is shown in the diagram?
a)
The process of inhaling.
b)
The process of exhaling.
c)
The process of cellular respiration.
d)
All of the above.
14.
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Which of the following parts of the digestive system is paired with its function?
Which of the following parts of the digestive system is paired with its function?
a)
esophagus- digests carbohydrates.
b)
stomach- digests fats.
c)
small intestine- begins mechanical digestion.
d)
large intestine- absorbs water.
15.
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Which of the following is true about blood in the aorta?
Which of the following is true about blood in the aorta?
a)
The blood is going to the lungs.
b)
The blood is oxygen-poor.
c)
The blood is rich in oxygen.
d)
The blood is going to the heart.
16.
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Which of the following organs functions as both a respiratory organ and an excretory organ?
Which of the following organs functions as both a respiratory organ and an excretory organ?
a)
The liver
b)
The lungs
c)
The skin
d)
The kidneys
17.
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What is the function of the part labeled A on the neuron shown in the diagram?
What is the function of the part labeled A on the neuron shown in the diagram?
a)
It carries the nerve impulses toward the cell body.
b)
It protects the neuron from damage.
c)
It carries the nerve impulse away from the cell body.
d)
It picks up stimuli from the environment.
18.
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A scientist studying the brain is studying part of the?
A scientist studying the brain is studying part of the?
a)
peripheral nervous system
b)
somatic nervous system
c)
autonomic nervous system
d)
central nervous system
19.
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You can infer that a person who has lost his or her sense of smell is also likely to have a poor _______.
You can infer that a person who has lost his or her sense of smell is also likely to have a poor _______.
a)
sense of balance.
b)
sense of taste.
c)
sense of touch
d)
sense of hearing
20.
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You are riding your bike when a small child suddenly darts out in front of you. Which of your endocrine glands is most likely to release a hormone in response to this situation?-
You are riding your bike when a small child suddenly darts out in front of you. Which of your endocrine glands is most likely to release a hormone in response to this situation?-
a)
pituitary gland
b)
adrenal gland
c)
thyroid gland
d)
parathyroid gland
21.
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A woman give birth to twins who developed from a single fertilized egg that split early in development. Which of the following is a reasonable prediction that you can make about twins?
A woman give birth to twins who developed from a single fertilized egg that split early in development. Which of the following is a reasonable prediction that you can make about twins?
a)
They will be the same sex.
b)
they will have similar interests.
c)
They will not look alike.
d)
They will have different inherited traits.
22.
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All of the following are the body's defenses against pathogens EXCEPT:
All of the following are the body's defenses against pathogens EXCEPT:
a)
a physical barrier such as the skin.
b)
the inflammatory response.
c)
the immune response.
d)
attacks by red blood cells.
23.
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A chemical that can kill disease-causing bacteria is called:
A chemical that can kill disease-causing bacteria is called:
a)
a vaccine.
b)
a phagocyte.
c)
an antibiotic.
d)
an active immunity.
24.
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Which of these diseases occurs when the airways in the lungs narrow significantly during an allergic reaction?
Which of these diseases occurs when the airways in the lungs narrow significantly during an allergic reaction?
a)
asthma
b)
diabetes
c)
AIDS
d)
melanoma
25.
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Which of the following is paired correctly?
Which of the following is paired correctly?
a)
rabies: infectious disease
b)
diabetes: infectious disease
c)
AIDS: noninfectious disease
d)
allergy: infectious disease
26.
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What information in the chart tells you that the smooth-leaved elm is the tree most different from the other three trees?
What information in the chart tells you that the smooth-leaved elm is the tree most different from the other three trees?
a)
It belongs to a different family.
b)
It belongs to a different species.
c)
It is not a cherry tree.
d)
This chart does not give enough information.
27.
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Which of the following is an example of an autotroph?
Which of the following is an example of an autotroph?
a)
A lion
b)
A tree
c)
An eagle
d)
A mushroom
28.
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Which domain does NOT contain prokaryotes?
Which domain does NOT contain prokaryotes?
a)
Archaea
b)
Bacteria
c)
Eukarya
d)
None of the above. All three domains contain prokaryotes.
29.
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A branching tree diagram shows evolutionary relationships by:
A branching tree diagram shows evolutionary relationships by:
a)
grouping organisms according to their differences.
b)
determining the identity of organisms.
c)
grouping organisms according to their shared derived characteristics.
d)
giving an organism a unique, two-part scientific name.
30.
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How many kingdoms are represented by the organisms shown in the photo?
How many kingdoms are represented by the organisms shown in the photo?
a)
1
b)
2
c)
3
d)
4
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