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- 1. Multiple Choice
Which statement is true about the revolution of Earth around the Sun?
It takes Earth approximately 12 hours to complete 1 revolution.
It takes Earth approximately 24 hours to complete 1 revolution.
It takes Earth approximately 29 days to complete 1 revolution.
It takes Earth approximately 365 days to complete 1 revolution.
- 2. Multiple Choice
According to the table, which of the following statements are true?
Terrestrial planets are closest to the sun.
The temperature on Earth is lower than the temperature on Mars.
Gaseous planets are cooler than the terrestrial planets.
The temperatures of the planets decrease with an increase of distance from the sun.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which planet represents Venus?
W
X
Y
Z
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which statement is correct?
The surface composition of planets A, E, and H are rocky.
The surface composition of planets C, F, and H are rocky.
The surface composition of planets F, G, and H are gaseous.
The surface composition of planets A, B, and D are gaseous.
- 5. Multiple Choice
Which of the following lists the planets in order from the sun?
Mars, Venus, Earth, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
Venus, Earth, Mercury, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
Mars, Venus, Earth, Mercury, Jupiter, Saturn, Neptune, Uranus
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, Neptune
- 6. Multiple Choice
Select the inner planets.
Earth
Saturn
Venus
Mercury
- 7. Multiple Choice
Why does the sun appear to be the biggest star in our sky?
It IS the largest star in our galaxy.
It is brighter than all of the other stars.
It is the closest star to Earth.
It is hotter than any other star in our galaxy.
- 8. Multiple Choice
When the Earth is between the moon and sun and the Earth's shadow completely covers the moon, we have
solar eclipse
lunar eclipse
meteor shower
super moon
- 9. Multiple Choice
Which statements correctly describe the characteristics of the Big Dipper.
It appears to rotate in a circle.
It appears to rotate around the North Star.
The position of the Big Dipper is the same across the seasons.
- 10. Multiple Choice
What is the main cause of the seasons on Earth?
rotation of earth on it's axis
revolution of Earth around the sun
tilt of Earth on its axis
distance between the Earth and Sun
- 11. Multiple Choice
When the moon is directly between the Sun and Earth and it blocks our view of the sun, we have
solar eclipse
lunar eclipse
meteor shower
super moon
- 12. Multiple Choice
Why is the constellation Ursa Minor visible throughout the year in the Northern Hemisphere?
The constellation appears to circle the north star.
The constellation orbits the Earth.
The constellation appears to orbit the moon.
The constellation appears to orbit the sun.
- 13. Multiple Choice
Choose the two scientists who supported the geocentric model of the solar system.
Galileo Galileo
Ptolemy
Nicolas Copernicus
Aristotle
- 14. Multiple Choice
Choose the two scientists who supported the Heliocentric model of the solar system.
Galileo Galileo
Ptolemy
Nicolas Copernicus
Aristotle
- 15. Multiple Choice
Which is not true of the winter season for the northern hemisphere?
We experience fewer hours of daylight.
The Earth is the closest to the sun in its' orbit.
We are tilted toward the sun.
Even at noon, the sun does not appear to be directly above us.
- 16. Multiple Choice
Which tool should a researcher use to study the detailed features on the surface of the Moon during its various phases?
microscope
telescope
compass
binoculars
- 17. Multiple Choice
Scientists developed the Hubble telescope to change how humans see the universe. What is the importance of the Hubble telescope?
It helps predict extreme weather conditions.
It helps study distant objects in space.
It helps protect Earth from harmful solar radiations.
It helps transmit radio signals around the world.
- 18. Multiple Choice
On which date did the full moon most likely occur?
September 15
September 18
October 5
October 8
- 19. Multiple Choice
Based on the data, which phase of the Moon would be visible on February 1?
full moon
first quarter
new moon
waning gibbous
- 20. Multiple Choice
Which season would the Northern Hemisphere experience at position T? (HINT: First locate winter, when the Northern Hemisphere is pointed AWAY from the sun.)
Summer
Fall
Winter
Spring
- 21. Multiple Choice
About how long does it take the Earth to move from position A to position C in the Earth's orbit around the Sun in the diagram?
3 months
6 months
9 months
12 months
- 22. Multiple Choice
If Earth is located near position L in June, in which position will Earth be located in December?
J
K
L
M
- 23. Multiple Choice
The model shows the different seasons in the Northern Hemisphere as Earth revolves around the Sun. Based on the model, how does the tilt of Earth cause different seasons?
by changing the distance between Earth and the Sun
by changing the intensity of sunlight at a location on Earth
by changing the speed of rotation of Earth on its axis
by changing the speed of revolution of Earth around the Sun
- 24. Multiple Choice
When a chemical change occurs, there are signs that some change has taken place. Which choice is not a sign of a chemical change?
burning charcoal
cutting paper
rusty fence
exploding fireworks
- 25. Multiple Choice
In which images are new substances formed?
M
N
O
P
- 26. Multiple Choice
A substance is placed in a rectangular tub. The substance is then transferred into a square tub. The physical properties of the substance in each tub are recorded in a table. What can be concluded about the substance?
The substance is a liquid because its volume remains the same.
The substance is a solid because its color remains the same.
The substance is a liquid because it retains its mass.
The substance is a solid because it retains its shape.
- 27. Multiple Choice
A student performed an experiment to determine how water temperature impacts the time taken for an antacid tablet to dissolve. The student created the graph shown. Which variable should be placed on the x-axis, and why?
Water temperature; it is the dependent variable.
Water temperature; it is the independent variable.
Time; it is the dependent variable.
Time; it is the independent variable.
- 28. Multiple Choice
Jocelyn and her friends put some raisins, hazelnuts, almonds, and peanuts in a bowl to make a snack for their hiking trip. What does this snack represent?
compound
solution
mixture
element
- 29. Multiple Choice
What direct impact do volcanic eruptions have on the environment?
building of forests
decrease in the temperature of ocean water
increase in the level of oxygen in air
release of toxic gases and ash in air
- 30. Multiple Choice
Which jar would have the greatest mass?
A
B
C
D
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