Foss Soil Rocks and Landforms Test

In which location would water flow the fastest?

• lake

• river

• pond

• mountain

Why would the water flow in the mountain the fastest?

• It has the most water.

• It has the steepest slope.

• It has the longest distance to flow.

• It has to move around large boulders.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-1

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In 2017, a very large earthquake in Mexico killed more than 200 people and toppled many buildings. Engineers are planning to build new buildings. Which of the following describe design criteria they should consider to reduce the impact of earthquakes on people?

• Design buildings with the least expensive materials to save money.

• Design buildings that can absorb the force of an earthquake.

• Research ways to stop earthquakes.

• Conduct a survey of people in the neighborhood about their favorite design.

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NGSS.MS-ETS1-1

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Study the diagram at the below. It shows many of the rock layers of the Grand Canyon. Use this diagram to answer the question. Which of the following is true?

• Bright Angel Shale is the most recent layer.

• Supai Group is the oldest layer.

• Kaibab Formation is the most recent layer.

• Hermit Shale is the oldest layer

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Study the diagram at the below. It shows many of the rock layers of the Grand Canyon. Use this diagram to answer the question.

Scientists have found fossils in the rock layers. They found seashell fossils in Kaibab limestone, reptile footprint fossils in Coconino sandstone, and fossils of worm like creatures in Bright Angel shale. Select the answer that correctly orders the fossils from oldest to youngest.  (Remember to use the diagram above to help you answer)

• Seashell, Reptilte fossil, Worm like creature

• Worm like Creature, Reptile fossil, Seashell

• Reptile fossil, Worm like creature, seashell

• Reptile fossil, sea shell, worm like creature

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

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Some landforms change rapidly and others change slowly. Is an earthquake a rapid or a slow change?

• rapid

• slow change

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Some landforms change rapidly and others change slowly. Is erosion a rapid or a slow change?

• rapid

• slow change

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Some landforms change rapidly and others change slowly. Is deposition a rapid or a slow change?

• rapid

• slow change

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Some landforms change rapidly and others change slowly. Are volcanoes a rapid or a slow change?

• rapid

• slow change

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Some landforms change rapidly and others change slowly. Are hurricanes a rapid or a slow change?

• rapid

• slow change

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

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