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6th Grade Reg/ Adv- Final Review

Total questions: 45

Worksheet time: 2hrs 44mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which of the following best describes the hierarchy from atoms to organisms?

a)

Atoms, molecules, cells, tissues, organs, organ systems, organisms

b)

Molecules, atoms, cells, tissues, organs, organisms, organ systems

c)

Cells, atoms, molecules, tissues, organs, organisms, organ systems

d)

Atoms, cells, molecules, tissues, organ systems, organs, organisms

2.

Explain how the cell theory supports the idea that all living things are related.

a)

It states that all living things are made of cells, which are the basic unit of life.

b)

It suggests that cells can only come from pre-existing cells, showing a common ancestry.

c)

It implies that cells are the smallest unit of life, connecting all organisms.

d)

It indicates that cells can transform into different types of cells.

3.

How do plant and animal cells maintain cellular homeostasis?

a)

By using the cell wall to control what enters and leaves the cell

b)

By using the cell membrane to regulate the movement of substances

c)

By using chloroplasts to convert sunlight into energy

d)

By using the nucleus to store genetic information

4.

Compare the functions of mitochondria and chloroplasts in cells.

a)

Both are involved in energy production, but mitochondria perform photosynthesis.

b)

Mitochondria convert glucose into energy, while chloroplasts convert sunlight into glucose.

c)

Mitochondria store energy, while chloroplasts release energy.

d)

Both store genetic information for the cell.

5.

Which body system is primarily responsible for transporting nutrients and oxygen to cells?

a)

Digestive system

b)

Respiratory system

c)

Circulatory system

d)

Nervous system

6.

Analyze how the respiratory and circulatory systems work together to maintain homeostasis.

a)

The respiratory system provides oxygen to the blood, which the circulatory system delivers to cells.

b)

The circulatory system removes carbon dioxide from the blood, which the respiratory system expels.

c)

The respiratory system filters nutrients, which the circulatory system distributes.

d)

The circulatory system controls breathing rate, which the respiratory system adjusts.

7.

What is the primary role of the Linnaean classification system?

a)

To organize organisms based on their evolutionary history

b)

To classify organisms based on their physical characteristics

c)

To identify organisms based on their genetic makeup

d)

To group organisms based on their habitat

8.

Describe the process of weathering and its impact on Florida landforms.

a)

Weathering breaks down rocks, leading to the formation of soil and altering landforms.

b)

Weathering deposits sediments, creating new landforms.

c)

Weathering erodes soil, leading to the loss of landforms.

d)

Weathering compacts soil, forming new rock layers.

9.

How does the cycling of water between the atmosphere and hydrosphere influence weather patterns?

a)

It creates clouds that block sunlight, cooling the Earth's surface.

b)

It leads to precipitation, which affects temperature and humidity.

c)

It causes wind patterns that distribute heat around the planet.

d)

It results in ocean currents that regulate climate.

10.

Differentiate between weather and climate.

a)

Weather is the long-term average of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the short-term state.

b)

Weather refers to daily atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns.

c)

Weather is the study of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the study of weather patterns.

d)

Weather is the prediction of atmospheric conditions, while climate is the prediction of weather patterns.

11.

Explain how heat transfer on Earth affects global weather patterns.

a)

Heat transfer through conduction warms the Earth's surface, affecting local weather.

b)

Heat transfer through convection circulates warm air, influencing global weather patterns.

c)

Heat transfer through radiation cools the Earth's surface, impacting weather.

d)

Heat transfer through evaporation increases humidity, altering weather patterns.

12.

What is the law of conservation of energy?

a)

Energy can be created or destroyed, but not transferred.

b)

Energy can be transferred or transformed, but not created or destroyed.

c)

Energy can be destroyed or transferred, but not created.

d)

Energy can be created or transferred, but not destroyed.

13.

Identify the difference between contact and non-contact forces with examples.

a)

Contact forces include gravity, while non-contact forces include friction.

b)

Contact forces include friction, while non-contact forces include gravity.

c)

Contact forces include magnetism, while non-contact forces include tension.

d)

Contact forces include tension, while non-contact forces include magnetism.

14.

How does the law of gravity explain the motion of planets around the sun?

a)

It states that planets are attracted to the sun by magnetic forces.

b)

It states that planets orbit the sun due to gravitational attraction.

c)

It states that planets are repelled by the sun, keeping them in orbit.

d)

It states that planets move in straight lines unless acted upon by gravity.

15.

Interpret the following data table to determine the relationship between speed and time for a moving object: | Time (s) | Speed (m/s) | |----------|-------------| | 0 | 0 | | 1 | 2 | | 2 | 4 | | 3 | 6 | | 4 | 8 |

a)

The object is moving at a constant speed.

b)

The object's speed is decreasing over time.

c)

The object's speed is increasing at a constant rate.

d)

The object is not moving.

16.

The arrow diagram below depects the levels of organizaton:

Atoms, molecules, cells, organs, organ system

Which level of organization is missing from the arrow diagram?

a)

blood

b)

muscles

c)

bones

d)

tissue

17.

Which structural level of organization best describes the heart?

a)

tissue

b)

organelle

c)

organ

d)

cell

18.

Match the following parts of the Cell Theory

a)

Cells are the ______ of life

1.

basic unit

b)

All cells come from...

2.

pre-existing (other) cells

c)

All organisms are made of

3.

cells

19.

Select the correct Cell: This cell is considered complex since it contains a well-defined nucleus and membrane-bound organelles. Animals, Plants, Fungi, and Protists are considered this type of cell.

20.

Which part of the plant cell is responsible for maintaining its shape and protecting it from mechanical damage?

a)

Cell membrane

b)

Cell wall

c)

Cytoplasm

d)

Nucleus

21.

Please label the cell pictured.

22.
During strenuous exercise, body temperature increases. The body responds to the increase in temperature by sweating, which helps to reduce the body temperature. Which is demonstrated in this situation?
a)
excretion
b)
metabolism
c)
homeostasis 
d)
synthesis
23.

Which 2 Latin names are used for the scientific name?

a)

Genus and family

b)

Kingdom and species

c)

Family and order

d)

Genus and species

24.

When water freezes in cracks of rock and expands, causing it to break apart. What type of weathering is this?

a)

biological

b)

chemical

c)

physical/mechanical

d)

erosional

25.
Sand dunes are mostly found in what landforms?
a)
rivers and oceans
b)
streams and lakes
c)
mountains and glaciers
d)
coastlines and deserts
26.

Air temperature impacts the evaporation of lakes and streams are interactions between the...

a)

Atmosphere and hydrosphere

b)

Hydrosphere and biosphere

c)

Biosphere and atmosphere

d)

Cryosphere and geosphere

27.

The water cycle includes interactions among which spheres?

a)

geosphere and hydrosphere

b)

hydrosphere and atmoshpere

c)

biosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere

d)

all the spheres

28.
Which is most responsible for guiding the movement of different air masses across the United States?
a)
the oceans
b)
trade winds
c)
the jet stream
d)
easterly winds
29.
What causes La Nina?
a)
cooling of water in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of South America
b)
cooling water off the Atlantic coast of the US
c)
cooling water in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of South America
d)
warm water in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of South America
30.

When a dandelion's seeds are blown away by the breeze and land in a new location, which two Earth's spheres interact?

a)

Atmosphere and Geosphere

b)

Atmosphere and Biosphere

c)

Hydrosphere and Biosphere

d)

Geosphere and Hydrosphere

31.

Where ALL weather takes place.

a)

Troposphere

b)

Stratosphere

c)

Mesosphere

d)

Thermosphere

e)

All of the above.

32.

Why is the ozone layer vital to life on Earth?

a)

Planes fly in the ozone layer

b)

It is made up of oxygen (O2)

c)

It shields the Earth from ultraviolet (UV) rays from the sun

d)

It causes clouds to be created

33.

Weather Patterns are able to occur due to what type of heat transfer? (Mark all that apply)

a)

Conduction

b)

Convection

c)

Radiation

34.

Your feet will burn on hot sand because of this type of heat transfer that is taking place between the bottom of your foot and the sand.

a)

Conduction

b)

Convection

c)

Radiation

35.

Why is it harder to stop a four-person bobsled than a three-person bobsled?

a)

the four-person sled has more KE

b)

the four-person sled has less KE

36.

What two factors affect an object's kinetic energy?

a)

area and volume

b)

mass and weight

c)

weight and height

d)

mass and speed

37.

Which of the following is an example of a non-contact force?

a)

Pushing a book across a table

b)

Gravity pulling an apple downward

c)

Magnets attracting each other

d)

Riding a bike uphill

38.

What is the primary distinction between contact and non-contact forces?

a)

Contact forces involve direct physical interaction, while non-contact forces do not.

b)

Non-contact forces are stronger than contact forces.

c)

Contact forces always cause motion, while non-contact forces do not.

d)

Non-contact forces can only occur in outer space.

39.
What is the net force?
a)
11 N left
b)
11 N right
c)
3 N left
d)
3 N right
40.
What does this graph represent?
a)
Constant speed
b)
Acceleration
c)
Not moving
41.
What does this graph represent?
a)
Constant Speed
b)
Acceleration
c)
Not moving
42.

The one factor that a scientist controls during an experiment. This goes on the x-axis.

a)

Independent Variable

b)

Dependent Variable

43.

Changes in the _________ variable cause changes in the _________ variable.

a)

independent; dependent

b)

dependent; independent

44.

What is the dependent variable?

a)

nicest fruit

b)

number of people

c)

types of fruit

45.

Which statement is correct about scientific laws in comparison to scientific theories?

a)

Scientific laws are rarely changed, while theories are more frequently modified as new evidence is found

b)

Scientific laws are often changed, while scientific theories are rarely modified or revised when new evidence is found

c)

Scientific laws are only about aspects in the biological sciences, while scientific theories are only about aspects in the physical sciences

d)

Scientific laws are only about aspects in the physical sciences, while scientific theories are only about aspects in the biological sciences