Science 4th Grade A2

A student says that Hawaiian volcanoes are in an unusual spot. Which statement best supports the student’s claim?

• Volcanoes are usually found in long chains, but the Hawaiian Islands have only a few volcanoes.

• Volcanoes are usually found near mountains, but the Hawaiian Islands are far from any mountains.

• Volcanoes are usually found at the edges of continents, but the Hawaiian Islands are in the middle of the ocean.

• Volcanoes are usually formed quickly, but the Hawaiian Islands took millions of years to form.

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How do the nose and brain work together?

• The nose sends oxygen to the brain.

• The nose sends signals to the brain about smells.

• The brain sends signals to the nose to breathe out carbon dioxide.

• The brain sends signals to the nose about things to smell.

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Which two devices show that electrical energy can change into light and sound energy when connected to electricity?

• Lamp and doorbell

• Fan and lamp

• Lamp and toaster

• Doorbell and toaster

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Which statement explains where volcanoes and earthquakes happen?

• Most volcanoes are found near oceans, and most earthquakes happen inland.

• Most volcanoes and earthquakes happen near the edges of tectonic plates.

• Most volcanoes are in the center of continents, and earthquakes happen everywhere.

• Most volcanoes and earthquakes happen near the North and South Poles.

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How can scientists use the pattern of volcanoes and earthquakes?

• To predict where the most rain will happen.

• To find areas that are likely to have earthquakes and volcanoes.

• To know where to build rivers and lakes.

• To stop tectonic plates from forming.

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2. Which energy source is nonrenewable and produces fewer pollutants than coal and oil?

• 2. Biofuels

• 2. Wind

• 2. Natural gas

• 2. Solar

Which energy source is renewable but requires large amounts of land?

• Natural gas

• Solar

• Coal

• Oil