Worksheets7th Grade Midterm (2025)
Total questions: 113
Worksheet time: 2hrs 51mins
True or False: Long hair MUST be tied back during a lab investigation.
What is gravity?
a non-contact force that attracts objects together
a contact force that pushes objects together
What makes things go up
Helps us breathe
Lab goggles should be worn during a lab investigation when...
What is interia?
an object resisting change of motion (or lack of motion) unless acted upon
an object stopping suddenly
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Should you touch your eyes, nose, and/or mouth after dealing with chemicals?
No, unless it itches really bad.
No - you should keep your hands away from your face, eyes, and mouth when using chemicals in lab.
Yes - it might cure something.
Yes - nothing bad will happen.
When preparing for lab, you should...
(Choose all that apply)
tie back long hair
not wear baggy clothes
wear closed-toe shoes
watch the Marvel movies so you know what superpowers to expect if you mess anything up
True or false:
Horseplay is acceptable behavior in the lab.
True
False
When carrying a sharp object (like a scalpel), you should...
(Select all that apply)
Carry it with sharp end pointing down towards the ground.
Carry it with sharp end pointing up towards your face/ceiling.
If you accidentally drop it, try to catch it.
If you accidentally drop it, do NOT try to catch it.
The inner and outer planets are separated by what?
Kuiper belt
Asteroid belt
Dwarf planets
The sun
Venus, Earth, and what two other planets are considered inner planets?
Mercury, Jupiter
Mars, Saturn
Mercury, Marvelous
Mercury, Mars
Which is the correct shared properties of inner planets?
Gaseous, no atmosphere, windy
Solid, high density, rocky, atmosphere
Cold, distant, atmosphere, low density
hot, high density, gaseous
Mercury is...
the smallest and closest terrestrial planet
largest and closest terrestrial planet
the smallest and farthest gaseous planet
the largest and farthest gaseous planet
What planet is the second largest in our solar system?
Pluto
Neptune
Jupiter
Saturn
Which planet has the most spectacular rings of varying sizes?
Saturn
Uranus
Which planet has thin, dark rings?
Saturn
Uranus
Which way does Uranus rotate?
Right to left
Left to right
Top to bottom
It doesn't rotate
The outer planets are often called the ___________.
cool planets
giant orbs
windy planets
gas giants
Which is classified as both a dwarf planet and an asteroid?
Pallas
Ceres
Vesta
Pluto
Earthquakes are caused when:
Pressure builds up along a fault line where 2 tectonic plates meet.
The release of this energy along the fault causes an earthquake.
Both examples occur
Neither examples occur
_______ are mountain chains that look like ridges on a baseball on the ocean floor.
Sea-floor ridges
Mid-ocean ridges
Tectonic plates
Photosynthesis
At a mid-ocean ridge, melted rock rises through cracks in the _________.
ceiling
river
inner core
sea floor/ocean basin
Oceanic crust is _________ than continental crust.
more dense
less dense
the same density
no comment
_______________ is the downward movement of the edge of a plate of the earth's crust into the mantle beneath another plate where it melts back down.
Which layer of the Earth is the thinnest and coolest in temperature?
crust
mantle
outer core
inner core
Which layer of the Earth is responsible for creating Earth's magnetic field?
crust
mantle
outer core
inner core
Which layer of the Earth is made of solid iron & nickel?
The outer core is mainly composed of
solid iron and nickel
liquid iron and nickel
semi-solid magma
granite and basalt
What location would be generally most safe from earthquakes?
near plate boundaries
far from plate boundaries
The Ring of Fire
NO WHERE IS SAFE! (dramatic music)
When plate boundaries are pressing against each other, they are building
potential energy
kinetic energy
no energy
acceleration
Rocks formed by heat and pressure beneath the Earth's surface are...
Igneous
Sedementary
Metamorphic
Magma
What are the 3 major types of rock?
Igneous, Metamorphic, Sedimentary
Brown, Red, Gray
Metamorphic, Igneous, Cementation
Streak, Hardness, Breakage
This rock was formed when molten rock cooled into a solid. What type of rock is it?
Igneous Rock
Sedimentary Rock
Metamorphic Rock
What is a fault?
A negative action you are responsible for
A bridge over an opening in the earth
A break in the earth's crust
The movement of lava over land
Why do tectonic plates move?
the plates float on the air between the crust and mantle
the movement of the mantle (convection current) below the plates
the energy stored up and used by the plates to move
the movement of the outer core
True or False:
Seismic waves can cause shaking that can trigger landslides, avalanches and tsunamis.
True
False
What is a joint?
A point where two muscles meet
A type of fastener used to connect two pieces of wood.
A point where two or more bones meet in the body.
A type of exercise for the muscles and ligaments.
What is cartilage?
Does the Skeletal System aid in movement?
Where are blood cells created?
The skeletal system provides support to the body
true
false
The skeletal system stores minerals
True
False
True or false:
Bones are lightweight and strong.
True
False
True or False:
Bones are a dead/non-living system.
True
False
What do the villi do in the small intestine?
What does the large intestine do?
digest the food from this process
makes a pathway for the food
reabsorb a lot of the water from this process
absorbs the food from this process
large muscular sac that continues the mechanical and chemical digestion of food
stomach
small intestine
liver
Muscles that you control are known as....
Involuntary
Fast Twitch
Voluntary
Slow Twitch
Muscles that you DO NOT control are known as ...
Involuntary
Fast Twitch
Voluntary
Slow Twitch
Of the 3 types of muscles, which muscles attach to bone.
Skeletal Muscle
Cardiac Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Of the 3 types of muscle, which is responsible for pumping your heart.
Skeletal Muscle
Cardiac Muscle
Smooth Muscle
How do pairs of skeletal muscles work together?
One muscle in the pair pulls on a bone, while the second muscle pulls on the first muscle.
While one muscle in the pair contracts, the other returns to its original length.
Both muscles extend at the same time.
One contracts and the other stretches.
True or False: Muscles never work in pairs
True
False
This muscle group covers the front of your thigh:
Hamstring
Quadriceps
Gastrocnemius
Abdominals
This muscle is located in the back of your thigh:
Hamstring
Quadriceps
Trapezius
Abdominals
This muscle group covers your stomach.
Hamstring
Quadriceps
Trapezius
Abdominals
What vitamin does your skin produce with the help of sunlight?
Vitamin B
Vitamin D
Vitamin E
Vitamin C
This part of the brain helps with balance and coordination by controlling how the the muscles work together.
cerebrum
cerebellum
brain stem
A nerve cell is called a
cardiac cell
neurons
Select all that apply: The function of the nervous system is to control
voluntary movement
our senses (sight, hearing, touch, taste..)
our memories and thoughts
Involuntary actions likes breathing and heart beat
The nervous system is composed of the ___, ___, and ___.
heart, brain, kidneys
lungs, liver, stomach
brain, spinal cord, nerves
This is part of our central nervous system and is responsible for connecting the brain to the rest of the body.
Brain
Spinal Cord
Neurons
Which part of the brain controls feelings, personality, and complex thought?
Cerebellum
Frontal Lobe
Brain Stem
Parietal Lobe
Which lobe controls sense of hearing and language?
Frontal
Parietal
Temporal
Occipital
The cerebellum controls...
Movement and Balance
Heartbeat and Breathing
Personality and Feelings
Sight
The ability to process complex visual information, such as recognizing faces, is primarily a function of the:
Frontal Lobe
Parietal Lobe
Temporal Lobe
Occipital Lobe
Which lobe of the brain is involved in attention, recognition, and movement?
Frontal Lobe
Parietal Lobe
Temporal Lobe
Occipital Lobe
Which is the correct order of how light passes through the eye?
lens, cornea, pupil, retina
cornea, pupil, retina, lens
pupil, cornea, retina, lens
cornea, pupil, lens, retina
What is the main organ of the circulatory system?
Lungs
Heart
Capillaries
Veins
Where are oxygen and nutrients picked up by the blood?
Arteries
Veins
Capillaries
Alveoli
Which blood vessel carries oxygenated blood to all parts of the body except the lungs?
Aorta
Superior Vena Cava
Inferior Vena Cava
Pulmonary Artery
What is the function of the superior and inferior vena cava in the circulatory system?
It carries oxygenated blood from the left ventricle to the body
It carries deoxygenated blood from the body to the right atrium
It carries oxygenated blood from the lungs to the left atrium
It carries deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs
Which type of blood vessels carry blood away from the heart?
Veins
Capillaries
Arteries
Venules
What part of your blood carries oxygen to your cells?
platelets
red blood cells
white blood cells
plasma
Select all that apply: Which of the following are blood types?
A type
B type
C type
AB type
O type
What part of your blood carries nutrients, wastes, and hormones, antibodies, and other chemicals?
platelets
red blood cells
white blood cells
plasma
What part of your blood fights infections?
platelets
red blood cells
white blood cells
plasma
What part of your blood helps your blood clot when cut?
platelets
red blood cells
white blood cells
plasma
What type of blood vessel brings blood back to the heart?
arteries
veins
capillaries
Deoxygenated blood means that the blood is low in...
Oxygen
Carbon Dioxide
What side of the heart are the atrium?
the upper side
the lower side
the right side
the left side
What side of the heart are the ventricle?
the upper side
the lower side
the right side
the left side
Select all that apply: Which of the following are the main functions of the circulatory system?
Delivers needed substances to cells
Carries wastes away
Helps regulate body temperature
Contains cells to help fight disease
Increase of mass or height will (a) gravitational potential energy
Which planet is the only one that can sustain life (as far as we know)?
(a)
Match the lab equipment to their correct use.
Scalpel
Dissection
Erlenmeyer Flask
Measures volume
Triple-beam balance
Measures mass
Bunsen Burner
Heats objects
Spring Scale
Measures weight
Reorder the following. Put these in order that food follows as it passes through the digestive system.
mouth
oesophagus
stomach
small intestine
large intestine
Label the brain lobes.
Your word bank is below:
Frontal lobe, occipital lobe, cerebellum, brain stem/spinal cord, temporal lobe, parietal lobe
Using the word bank, label the parts of the eye corresponding to the correct number. You can ignore #6.
Word bank: cornea, lens, iris, retina, pupil, optic nerve
Label the diagram.
Here is your word bank:
Aorta, Pulmonary artery, Pulmonary vein, Right atrium, Left atrium, Right ventricle, Left ventricle, Superior vena cava, Inferior vena cava
Understanding Plate Boundaries and Their Impact
Plate boundaries are the edges where two tectonic plates meet, and they can have significant effects on nearby cities. Cities located near these boundaries often experience earthquakes, which can cause damage to buildings and infrastructure. The movement of plates can also lead to the formation of mountains and valleys, altering the landscape. Urban planners in these areas must consider the risks of living near plate boundaries. They often design buildings to withstand the shaking caused by earthquakes.
Coastal plate boundaries can lead to the formation of tsunamis, which are large ocean waves caused by underwater earthquakes. These waves can travel across entire ocean basins and cause destruction when they reach land. Coastal cities are particularly vulnerable to tsunamis, and it is important for them to have warning systems in place. Evacuation plans are also crucial to ensure the safety of residents. Education about tsunamis can help communities prepare for these natural disasters.
Plate boundaries are not only associated with natural disasters but also with natural resources. The movement of tectonic plates can lead to the formation of mineral deposits, such as gold and copper. These resources are often found in areas with volcanic activity, which is common near plate boundaries. Mining industries in these regions can benefit from the abundance of minerals. However, extracting these resources must be done carefully to avoid environmental damage.
Understanding the different types of plate boundaries and their locations is important for society. It helps in planning and preparing for natural disasters that can affect cities and communities. By studying plate boundaries, scientists can predict where earthquakes and tsunamis are likely to occur. This knowledge is crucial for developing strategies to minimize the impact of these events. Overall, plate boundaries play a significant role in shaping the Earth's surface and influencing human activities.
The following multiple choice WILL NOT go on your scantron.
What are plate boundaries?
Edges where two tectonic plates meet
Centers of tectonic plates
Areas with no tectonic activity
Regions unaffected by earthquakes
What natural disaster is commonly associated with coastal plate boundaries?
Tsunamis
Hurricanes
Tornadoes
Floods
Why is it important for coastal cities to have tsunami warning systems?
To ensure the safety of residents
To prevent earthquakes
To stop the formation of tsunamis
To control ocean waves
What natural resources are often found near plate boundaries due to volcanic activity?
How can urban planners mitigate the risks of earthquakes in cities near plate boundaries?
Answer in complete sentences.
A patient at a hospital was given a blood transfusion, and after some time, their condition worsened.
Using what you know of blood and blood types, what might have occurred?
Write in complete sentences.
Why do earthquakes occur at plate boundaries?
Answer in a complete sentence.
What is 1 way skeletal muscles and cardiac muscles are the same, and 1 way the are different?
Answer in complete sentences.
King David wrote "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of his hands." (Psalm 19:1).
Using what you know of the solar system, explain how the heavens (the solar system) declare God's glory and demonstrate who He is.
Write in complete sentences.
On a separate sheet of paper answer the following prompt.
Paul related Christians and Christ's Church to the human body. "For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, 5 so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs to all the others." (Romans 12:4-5)
You have studied the human body this term and the functions of its many parts. We also are members of society and through our faith in Christ have our own role to play.
Using what you know about the different parts and functions of the human body, explain in detail how Paul's statement is true. Use examples of what you know of the human body and your understanding of faith and our own roles in society to answer.
You must write at minimum 6 sentences. Check for grammar and punctuation.
