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Worksheets100 science Quiz
Total questions: 100
Worksheet time: 1hrs 25mins
What is the missing word?
Planets ________ around the sun, and the moons ________ around the planets.
orbit
rotate
grvaity
axis
A force that pulls everything down toward the center of Earth is known as...
magnetism
gravity
revolution
constellation
Earth's __________ gives us day and night.
gravity
revolution/orbit
rotation
tilt
One of the 88 official star patterns in the sky is known as a...
planet
star
constellation
Orion
The reason for the seasons is the __________ of the Earth.
spinning
tilt
orbit
gravity
No matter where you stand on Earth, gravity will always pull you...
towards space
towards the sun
towards the center of Earth
towards the ocean
The sun, moon, and stars appear to move across the sky from ______ to _____ everyday.
north; south
east; west
up; down
left; right
Choose a time when the sun would be the lowest in the sky.
12:00 PM
7:00 AM
2:00 PM
11:45 AM
The shadows from objects change direction throughout the day because of...
the sun's position in the sky.
the constellations' positions in the sky.
the moon's position in the sky.
the wind.
Throughout the month, the moon goes through _______, or shape changes.
revolutions
rotations
phases
There are ____ official constellations.
88
5
1,200
25
Some constellations can only be seen during certain seasons because...
Earth spins daily.
Earth's position in space changes throughout the year.
the sun's position in space changes throughout the year.
The stars' positions in space change throughout the year.
Our solar system consists of the sun and the planets that ______ it.
orbit
crash into
stick to
spin
Scientists studying climate collect data that is slightly different from the data collected by those interested in weather. What is different about the data collected about climate? Climate data -
requires more specialized equipment than weather data.
focuses on conditions only in the upper atmosphere
refers to longer times and wider areas than weather data.
does not include information about air temperature.
The two weather maps show a front moving across Texas. In which of the following cities would a decrease in temperature be predicted between Day 1 and Day 2?
Amarillo
Austin
El Paso
Sweetwater
A study of climate includes the use of maps that are different from simple weather maps. A map of which of the following is one that would be used in the study of climate?
Number of sunny days per year in Northern Africa.
Location of current rains in Southeast Nebraska.
Path of a hurricane in the Gulf over a week.
Position of a cold front yesterday outside Detroit, Michigan.
Students measured the rainfall outside their classroom for five days and recorded their observations. The greatest increase in the amount of rainfall was between -
June 10 and June 11
June 11 and June 12
June 12 and June 13
June 13 and June 14
Weather data is different from climate data. Which of these is an example of weather data?
Skies are mostly cloudy at 5:00 pm in Las Vegas on May 3rd , 2012.
New England has an average of more than 100 rainy days each year.
Northern Europe has much colder winters than South America.
The high plateau region of Antarctica has constant light winds from the south.
The kinds of data that reflect climate are different from the conditions described in weather data. Which of the following is a description of climate?
Today it is hot and sunny in Phoenix, Arizona.
Summers are usually mild in Lansing, Michigan.
Last week it rained every day in San Antonio, Texas.
Yesterday was cold and windy in Anchorage, Alaska.
The table shows some weather data collected over a five-day period. What pattern over the five days can be observed in the collected data?
There was more rain on the warmer days.
There were fewer clouds as the week went on.
Rain came along with lower temperatures.
Temperature increased during the week.
Weather and climate data are different. Which of the following is a description of weather data?
The Sahara desert gets very little rainfall.
The average daytime high in the Amazon is 25°C.
Temperatures in the Arctic are usually below freezing
It rained two inches in Miami, Florida on May 5th
The map shows the weather for Texas on Monday, October 15, 2012. Before the front passed through Houston on Sunday, the high temperature was 14°C. Which of the following is the most reasonable prediction for the high temperature on Monday, after the front has passed?
8°C
14°C
20°C
26°C
Climate data is not the same as weather data. Which of the following is a description of climate data?
New York had a record rainfall on Wednesday
Lima, Peru had a low temperature last night of 17°C.
Winds are currently from the south in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
The coast of Antarctica has very short summers.
Which of these best describes climate rather than weather?
Wind speed is changing as a storm moves through an area.
The temperature is decreasing in a slow-moving cold front.
Annual high temperatures in the summer have increased over many decades.
The rainfall during one year was greater than the rainfall during the following year.
Each school year for 30 years, the amount of rain that fell at school was measured and recorded. Tracking rainfall over a long period of time provides the most information about which characteristic of an area?
Climate
Temperature of one day
Weather
Type of soil
Some scientists measured and recorded local rainfall amounts and water levels at several local lakes over the summer. They compared their measurements with data from the past 30 years. The scientists concluded that the area was drier this summer than in previous years. They plan to continue recording these measurements each summer for the next decade. What characteristic of the area are the scientists studying?
Climate, because they are making more than one type of measurement.
Climate, because they are comparing rainfall amounts over a long period of time.
Weather, because they are tracking changes only to their local environment.
Weather, because they expect rainfall amounts and water levels to continue to decrease.
Precipitation is defined as:
the set of weather conditions that prevail in a region year after year
rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds in the sky
how hot or cold something is
the amount of water vapor in the air
Weather is defined as:
the set of weather conditions that prevail in a region year after year
rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds in the sky
pieces of information
the condition of the air outdoors, such as temperature, cloud cover, wind speed, and rainfall (short period of time)
Humidity is defined as:
rain, snow, sleet, or hail that falls from clouds in the sky
piece of information
the amount of water vapor in the air
how hot or cold something is
Climate is defined as:
state of the atmosphere at a certain time
the set of weather conditions that prevail in a region year after year
changes quickly
slow changing atmosphere
What are the main climate zones?
tropical, dry, cold, windy, rainy
tropical, temperate, dry, cold, polar
polar, cold, windy, rain forest, wet
dry, cold, rainy, polar, desert
What do we call scientists who predict the weather?
astronomers
botanists
meteorologists
anthropologist
The difference in weather and climate is dependent upon the amount of _________.
rain
area
time
data
Choose the picture of gas molecules that represent high air pressure.
Look at the pictures below. Which picture most likely has low air pressure?
What is defined as a push or pull?
force
motion
vector
speed
If the net force is equal to zero, the forces acting on the object are
balanced
unbalanced
Which step of the design process allows you to brainstorm multiple ideas and solutions?
ask
plan
create
imagine
What is the step in the Engineer Design Process where you identify a problem or need that exists?
ask
plan
create
imagine
If you're initial design doesn't fully solve the problem or meet the challenge, you must go back and revise your plan. This is part of which step in the Engineer Design Process?
ask
improve
create
communicate and share
The only way to know if a design will work in real-world conditions is to build a model or prototype based on a plan. Which step would this be?
ask
improve
create
communicate and share
It is important to create a detailed sketch/blueprint of your design ans ask for feedback. This happens during which step in the Engineer Design Process?
plan
improve
create
communicate and share
In which step would you communicate your results with other engineers using visual aids such as slideshows, models, prototypes, etc...
plan
improve
imagine
communicate and share
During which step of the Engineer Design Process do you perform experiments on your prototype in a controlled environment while recording data?
plan
test and evaluate
ask
communicate and share
What is the purpose of testing your prototype more than once?
There is no purpose. I don't think you need to test and retest.
To identify where improvements need to be made within the plan/design.
The purpose is to start all over, because the group does't like the design.
The purpose to figure out whose design is better than others.
A prototype is a model that....
looks exactly like the final solution will, but doesn't function properly.
is constructed with the exact same materials as the final solution.
functions in exactly the same way as the final solution would.
is model made for fun and will never be used to create a real-world model.
Which of the following best describes the word constraint?
restriction
opportunity
option
problem
what is the first step of the engineering design process?
imagine
reasearch
ask
what is the second step in the engineering design process?
imagine
reasearch
plan
whats the third step in the engineering design process?
imagine
plan
create
whats the fourth step in the engineering design process?
plan
create
test
whats the fifth step in the engineering design process?
create
test
improve
whats the sixth step in the engineering design process?
test
improve
ask
whats the seventh step in the engineering design process?
improve
ask
reasearch
Which step involves coming up with your ideas?
imagine
plan
create
communicate
Why must an engineer be able to work on a team?
so they can have fun.
so they can get paid
so the project goes smoothly and they will come up with the best solution
to make the team manager happy
It's okay to fail.
True
False
Why should you improve your product?
You should always try to come up with the BEST solution.
because it is fun
because it is part of the Engineering Design process
It's optional.
What limitations do scientists face when they are solving problems?
products
ideas
design flaws
constraints
What should you NOT do to research a problem?
Go to the library.
Search the internet.
Read books.
Ask a friend.
What part of the Gateway arch holds it together and is unique in size?
the base
the supports
the keystone
the curve
What is one way to make sure everyone participates in a group project?
Ignore them.
Ask questions.
Share materials.
Give everyone a job.
Which step involves building your design?
Ask
Create
Communicate
Plan
In which part of the Engineering Design Process would you follow your plan to make something?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
Create
In which step of the Engineering Design Process would you make a diagram?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
Create
In which step of the Engineering Design Process would you think about what others have done before you?
Ask
Plan
Create
Improve
In which step of the Engineering Design Process would you make your design even better?
Imagine
Plan
Create
Improve
In which part of the Engineering Design Process would you brainstorm ideas?
Create
Imagine
Plan
Ask
In which part of the Engineering Design Process would you test out your solution?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
After Create, but before Improve
In which part of the Engineering Design Process would you think about your constraints (restrictions, or problems)?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
Create
Which part of the design process is shown here?
Ask
Plan
Create
Improve
Which part of the Engineering Design Process is shown?
Ask
Imagine
Create
Improve
Which step of the Engineering Design Process is shown?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
Improve
Which step of the Engineering Design Process is shown?
Ask
Plan
Improve
Create
Which step of the Engineering Design Process is shown?
Ask
Imagine
Plan
Improve
The process of changing form or shape
Metamorphosis
Life Cycle
Pupa
Adult
Complete metamorphosis has ________ stages.
2
3
4
5
The second stage of complete metamorphosis is __________.
egg
larva
pupa
adult
To shed all or part of the outer layer
incomplete metamorphosis
egg
complete metamorphosis
molt
incomplete metamorphosis has ______ stages.
2
3
4
5
During the ______ stage of complete metamorphosis, the insect undergoes changes.
egg
larva
pupa
adult
the three stages of incomplete metamorphosis
egg, larva, adult
egg, pupa, larva
egg, nymph, adult
egg, nymph, pupa
butterflies, bees, beetles, and flies go through
complete metamorphosis
incomplete metamorphosis
During the ________ stage insects build a protective covering
adult
nymph
larva
pupa
The stages of complete metamorphosis
egg, larva, adult
egg, pupa, nymph, adult
egg, larva, pupa, adult
egg, nymph, adult
A caterpillar changes into what?
chrysalis
cocoon
butterfly
frog
