Science Map Test Practice

A scientist hiking in a desert observes a cliff. The scientist makes a drawing of the layers of rock in the cliff and the types of fossils observed in the layers. Based on observations, the scientist determines layers 3 and 5 were formed from cooled lava. The scientist's drawing is shown above.

Identify the oldest layer in the rock cliff and explain your reasoning for the layer chosen.

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NGSS.MS-LS4-1

Explain how the environment has changed over time at this location. Include evidence in your explanation.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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A scientist claims that volcanic eruptions caused dinosaurs to become extinct at this location. Decide whether you agree or disagree with the scientist's claim and then explain your decision.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

A student makes a model of the solar system on a poster board. The student uses foam balls to represent objects in the solar system. The student's model is shown above.

Explain one error concerning the size of the foam balls in the model.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-ESS1-3

The graphs show the average global air temperatures and global fossil fuel consumption from about 1860 to 2000.

Describe the overall pattern of change in average global temperatures from 1860 to 2000.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

A student claims the change in average global air temperatures is a result of burning fossil fuels. Explain whether the student's claim is plausible based on the data.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

Describe two possible changes to the environment most likely caused by the pattern shown in the average global air temperatures.

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

NGSS.MS-ESS3-5

What are the two types of waves?

• longitudinal and transverse

• sound and light

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

What type of simple machine makes chopping wood easier?

• inclined plane

• screw

• wedge

• lever

Each column in the periodic table is called a _________ .

• period

• group

• cluster

• unit