Exploring Plant and Animal Science T1

1. Which part of a plant holds it in the ground? A) Stem B) Root C) Leaf D) Flower

• A) Stem

• B) Root

• C) Leaf

• D) Flower

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2. How do green plants make their own food using sunlight? A) Cellular respiration B) Evaporation C) Photosynthesis D) Transpiration

• C) Photosynthesis

• B) Digestion

• D) Respiration

• A) Fermentation

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3. Which of the following best describes a claim in science? A) A suggestion with no proof B) A statement that something is true, based on facts C) An experiment with no goal D) A guess about what will happen

• A theory that is widely accepted

• B) A statement that something is true, based on facts

• A hypothesis that has been disproven

• A fact that cannot be challenged

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4. What is the main job of leaves for a plant? A) To take in nutrients from the soil B) To store water for the plant C) To make food using sunlight D) To protect the plant from wind

• C) To make food using sunlight

• G) To transport water throughout the plant

• F) To provide shade for the roots

• E) To absorb carbon dioxide from the air

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5. What helps animals notice changes around them? A) Antennae B) Sense receptor C) Muscles D) Glands

• E) Fins

• F) Feathers

• G) Shells

• B) Sense receptor

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6. What does 'evidence' mean in science? A) Facts used to support an idea or claim B) A guess with no proof C) A personal opinion D) An unrelated observation

• A) Facts used to support an idea or claim

• A statement made without evidence

• A theory that cannot be tested

• A collection of random thoughts

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7. Which part of a plant moves water and nutrients from the soil? A) Leaf B) Stem C) Root D) Flower

• B) Bark

• C) Root

• D) Fruit

• A) Seed

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8. What is the process by which plants release oxygen? A) Photosynthesis B) Respiration C) Transpiration D) Digestion

• C) Nitrogen fixation

• A) Fermentation

• B) Evaporation

• A) Photosynthesis

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9. Which of the following is NOT a function of roots? A) Absorbing water B) Storing food C) Producing flowers D) Anchoring the plant

• C) Producing flowers

• E) Absorbing sunlight

• F) Conducting photosynthesis

• G) Supporting leaf growth

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10. What do we call animals that eat only plants? A) Carnivores B) Herbivores C) Omnivores D) Scavengers

• C) Frugivores

• B) Herbivores

• A) Insectivores

• D) Planktivores