Gradualism, Mass Extinction, Geologic Time, and Superposition QUIZ (8.ESS2.1)

Gradualism, Mass Extinction, Geologic Time, and Superposition QUIZ (8.ESS2.1)

10 Qs

quiz-placeholder

Similar activities

Lesson 3: Effects of the Hydrosphere

Lesson 3: Effects of the Hydrosphere

5th Grade

10 Qs

What Keeps the Ocean from Draining Through the Sand?

What Keeps the Ocean from Draining Through the Sand?

KG - University

11 Qs

Guardian:  Tornadoes, shrinking ice and early syrup

Guardian: Tornadoes, shrinking ice and early syrup

9th - 12th Grade

12 Qs

ES Unit 8 Test

ES Unit 8 Test

11th Grade - University

13 Qs

5th Grade Geology Test

5th Grade Geology Test

5th Grade

12 Qs

09.22.23 Vocabulary Quiz

09.22.23 Vocabulary Quiz

KG - University

12 Qs

Gradualism, Mass Extinction, Geologic Time, and Superposition QUIZ (8.ESS2.1)

Gradualism, Mass Extinction, Geologic Time, and Superposition QUIZ (8.ESS2.1)

Assessment

Quiz

others

Easy

Created by

Christopher Fay

Used 1+ times

FREE Resource

10 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the idea that geologic change occurs slowly over time?
unconformities
gradualism/ gradual change
epicism
rapid change/ catastrophism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the idea that geologic change occurs suddenly?
Gradualism
geologic breakdown
geologic column
Rapid Change/catastrophism

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

A large number of species on Earth became extinct during a short time period about 65 million years ago. Based on this pattern of extinction, which is the MOST likely cause?
gradual climate change
continued climate stability
sudden global climate change
gradual ecosystem succession

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of these do scientists offer as the MOST recent explanation as to why many plants and animals died out at the end of the Mesozoic era?
a worldwide disease killed them
mountains were forming globally
mammals began to pray on plants and animals
an asteroid created dust and blocked the sun

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What type of event usually marks the end of an era?
A mass extinction
An earthquake
A volcanic eruption
A flood

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Media Image
The geologic time scale is divided into eras. Each era is marked by events that characterize and change life on Earth. Using the time scale below, identify the correct statement below.
New diverse organisms appear after each mass extinction
As time goes on, organisms are getting less complex
Most organisms survive a mass extinction event
All organisms that currently exist have always existed on Earth

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Law of Superposition, the oldest fossils are found
at the top of rock layers
in the middle of rock layers
at the bottom of rock layers
near the surface of rock layers

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?