Scientific Method Quiz

Which of the following is the correct order of steps in the scientific method?

• Hypothesis, Experiment, Observation, Conclusion
• Observation, Hypothesis, Experiment, Conclusion
• Experiment, Hypothesis, Observation, Conclusion
• Observation, Experiment, Hypothesis, Conclusion

What is the purpose of making observations in the scientific method?

• To gather data and information
• To form a hypothesis
• To conduct experiments
• To draw conclusions

What is a hypothesis?

• A proven fact
• An educated guess
• A scientific law
• A conclusion

What is the purpose of conducting experiments in the scientific method?

• To prove the hypothesis
• To gather more observations
• To test the hypothesis
• To draw conclusions

What is the role of a control group in an experiment?

• To provide a baseline for comparison
• To receive the experimental treatment
• To ensure accurate measurements
• To validate the hypothesis

What is the purpose of analyzing data in the scientific method?

• To support the hypothesis
• To draw conclusions
• To form a new hypothesis
• To conduct more experiments

What is the final step in the scientific method?

• Forming a hypothesis
• Conducting experiments
• Analyzing data
• Drawing conclusions

Which of the following is an example of a scientific question?

• What is the capital of France?
• How does temperature affect plant growth?
• What is the color of the sky?
• What is the square root of 25?

What is the purpose of peer review in the scientific method?

• To ensure the accuracy and validity of research
• To publish research findings
• To conduct experiments
• To form a hypothesis

What is the role of a theory in the scientific method?

• To explain a broad range of observations
• To support a hypothesis
• To conduct experiments
• To draw conclusions