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STEM Fundamentals

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Define S.T.E.M.

a)

Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics

b)

Science, Teachers, English, Mathematics

c)

Sports, Tennis, End Game, Mantis

d)

Science, Technology, Engineering, Motors

2.

Given the critical nature of much of the work in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, job possibilities abound even in times of economic downturn. True or False?

a)

True

b)

False

c)

I like turtles.

d)

Thanos did it.

3.

_____ engineers develop instruments, techniques, and devices. Doctors use these tools to diagnose and treat people who are sick or hurt.

a)

Environmental

b)

Mechanical

c)

Biomedical

d)

Electronics

4.

_____ engineers help to keep our natural surroundings clean and healthy. They use math and science to protect the air, soil, and water quality.

a)

Environmental

b)

Mechanical

c)

Biomedical

d)

Electronics

5.

_____ engineers design and develop electronic parts and systems. They make devices for the consumer, military, medical, and industrial industries.

a)

Aerospace

b)

Mechanical

c)

Biomedical

d)

Electronics

6.

_____ engineers design, build, and test aircraft, spacecraft, and missiles. They help to develop some of the most advanced technology in the world.

a)

Aerospace

b)

Mechanical

c)

Biomedical

d)

Electrical

7.

STEM careers usually involve studying at least some math and science.

a)

Yes

b)

No

8.

The following are STEM careers.

(check all that apply)

a)

Video Game Designer

b)

Veterinarian

c)

Farmer

d)

Food Scientist

e)

Teacher

9.

The following are STEM careers.

(check all that apply)

a)

Restaurant Chef

b)

Chemical Engineer

c)

Air Force Mechanic

d)

Nuclear Power Station Operator

e)

Computer Programmer

10.

The following are STEM careers.

(check all that apply)

a)

Real Estate Agent

b)

Bank Teller

c)

Nurse

d)

Helicopter Pilot

e)

School Psychologist

11.

Technology is anything designed by _________ to solve a ________ or meet a need.

a)

scientists; technology

b)

scientists; problem

c)

humans; technology

d)

humans; problem

12.

You need to go to college to have a STEM career.

a)

true

b)

false

13.

Tying your shoe is technology because:

a)

it was designed by humans.

b)

it meets a need.

c)

it was designed by humans AND meets a need.

d)

it isn't technology.

14.

What term describes a computer graphic that may be moved on-screen and otherwise controlled as a single unit?

a)

sprite

b)

code block

c)

variable

d)

loop

15.

What phrase is often used to test a computer program for the first time?

a)

"That's it, Jack!"

b)

"Hello World!"

c)

"Resistance Is futile!"

d)

"We're doomed!"

16.

In computer science, what does A.I. stand for?

a)

Automatic Instructions

b)

Awesome Interaction

c)

Artificial Intelligence

d)

Always Inducting

17.

What type of data is used to "teach" a machine to make proper decisions?

a)

schooling data

b)

athletic data

c)

training data

d)

teaching data

18.

Which of the following is a potential problem with artificial intelligence?

a)

Machines might make biased decisions.

b)

Companies that develop A.I. might keep their programs secret.

c)

Some experts think it future A.I. may become self-aware and take over the world.

d)

A.I. already affects our lives in ways we may not be aware of.