TCAP

The table shows some properties of three stars. Which conclusion is correct based on the star data?

• Rigel is the hottest, so it looks the dimmest from Earth.

• The sun has the smallest diameter, so it looks the smallest from Earth.

• Betelgeuse is farthest from Earth, so it looks the largest from Earth.

• The sun is closest to Earth, so it looks the brightest from Earth.

The diagram shows two cliffs that are located very close to each other. Both cliffs have rock layers that contain fossils. Which statement correctly compares the ages of the rock layers?

• Rock layer F is the same age as rock layer E.

• Rock layer J is younger than rock layer D.

• Rock layer B is the same age as rock layer A.

• Rock layer A is older than rock layer G.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

Scientists found a fossilized plant. The scientists compared features of the fossilized plant to four plants that are living today. The scientists determined the types of habitats where the plants that are living today grow. Based on this information, which of these describes a habitat where the fossilized plant most likely lived?

• deep within a dry forest

• in a wetland

• near the edge of a dry forest

• in an open sunny field

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

NGSS.MS-LS4-4

The diagram shows the forces in newtons (N) acting on a block that is not moving. Which two ways can the forces be changed so the block starts to move toward the right?

• Increase the force pointing to the right.

• Decrease the force pointing to the right.

• Increase the force pointing upward.

• Decrease the force pointing to the left.

• Increase the force pointing to the left.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2

What is the term for the force that opposes the motion of one surface as it moves across another surface?

• Gravity

• Friction

• Momentum

• Inertia

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DOK Level 1: Recall

If you push a toy car forward, which force is primarily responsible for making it move?

• Gravity

• Friction

• Applied force

• Air resistance

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DOK Level 1: Recall

Investigate how the phases of the Moon are related to its position relative to the Earth and Sun. Create a model to demonstrate the phases and explain how your model represents this celestial phenomenon.

• Use a basketball to represent the Moon and a flashlight as the Sun, showing how light illuminates the Moon.

• Draw pictures of the Moon in different phases without showing the Sun's position.

• Use a lamp and two balls to represent the Sun and Moon, but do not simulate the Earth's position.

• Create a computer simulation that includes the Sun, Earth, and Moon, showing how the Moon's orbit affects its phases.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of matter?

• It has mass.

• It occupies space.

• It is always visible.

• It can exist in different states.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Design an experiment to differentiate between physical and chemical changes. Describe the steps you would take and the observations that would indicate a chemical change.

• Mix vinegar and baking soda, observe the formation of gas bubbles.

• Freeze water into ice, observe the change in state.

• Cut a piece of paper, observe the change in shape.

• Heat sugar without burning, observe the melting.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking

Develop a hypothesis on how the motion of Earth around the Sun affects seasonal weather patterns. Design an experiment to test your hypothesis using a light source to represent the Sun and a globe to represent the Earth.

• Observe the globe under constant light and note any changes.

• Rotate the globe around the light source and note the change in light exposure on different parts.

• Keep the globe stationary and move the light source around it.

• Change the angle of the globe relative to the light source to simulate Earth's tilt and observe the effects on light exposure.

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DOK Level 4: Extended Thinking