Basic Science grade 3

How do trees change during autumn?

• Trees change color and lose their leaves during autumn.

• Trees remain green and do not change at all.

• Trees grow taller and thicker during autumn.

• Trees produce more fruit in autumn.

What is a young animal called?

• offspring

• adult

• cub

• larva

How do mother animals care for their young?

• Mother animals care for their young by nursing, protecting, and teaching them.

• Mother animals only care for their young by playing with them.

• Mother animals teach their young to hunt immediately after birth.

• Mother animals abandon their young at birth.

What instrument measures temperature?

• Barometer

• Anemometer

• Voltmeter

• Thermometer

What is the main difference between weather and climate?

• Weather is always rainy; climate is always sunny.

• Weather refers to the average temperature; climate refers to daily changes.

• Weather is determined by geography; climate is determined by time zones.

• Weather is short-term; climate is long-term.

What type of soil is best for growing vegetables?

• Loamy soil

• Sandy soil

• Peaty soil

• Clay soil

How does soil help plants grow?

• Soil helps plants grow by supplying nutrients, water, and a stable environment for root development.

• Soil prevents plants from growing by blocking their roots.

• Soil helps plants grow by providing sunlight and air.

• Soil is only important for holding plants in place.

What is the purpose of a rain gauge?

• To measure the amount of rainfall.

• To predict future weather patterns.

• To measure air pressure changes.

• To collect water for irrigation.

What is the term for animals that hibernate?

• Roamers

• Migrators

• Hibernators

• Nomads

What type of soil is sandy and drains quickly?

• Loamy soil

• Sandy soil

• Clay soil

• Peaty soil