Middle School Science Review

Which of the following describes what primarily causes the ocean tides in Massachusetts?

• Convection from plate tectonics

• Gravity from the Moon and the Sun

• Convection from Earth's north and south poles

• Magnetism from Earth's north and south poles

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1

NGSS.MS-PS2-4

Which of the following shows the order of formation from oldest to youngest?

• W, X, Y, Z

• Z, Y, X, W

• W, Y, X, Z

• Z, X, Y, W

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-4

Given the Punnett square for the traits of rounded seeds (dominant R) and wrinkled seeds (recessive r), what is the probability that an offspring will have rounded seeds?

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• 1

Which of the following best explains why the engineers used concrete to build this part of the bridge?

• Concrete is low in density so this part of the bridge can float on top of the water.

• Concrete is heavy so this part of the bridge can move back and forth in the wind.

• Concrete is low in density so this part of the bridge can move back and forth in the wind.

• Concrete is high in strength so this part of the bridge can support a large amount of weight.

Which of the following best defines science?

• A collection of unchangeable facts about the natural world

• The study of the natural world through observation, identification, description, experimental investigation, and theoretical explanations

• A belief system based on assumptions about the natural world

• A method for proving theories beyond doubt

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is a common method for scientists to communicate their research findings?

• Through artistic performances

• By publishing in scientific journals

• By creating infomercials

• Through political debates

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the role of evidence in modifying scientific theories?

• Evidence is rarely considered when modifying theories.

• Evidence can refute or support theories, leading to modifications.

• Theories are modified first, then evidence is found to support the changes.

• Evidence is only used to confirm existing theories, not modify them.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Which of the following best shows the ways that energy from the Sun and the force of gravity affect the cycling of water?

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Which of the following best describes the ecological relationships of the organisms in the food web?

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

At which 2 locations is it summer?

• W and X

• W and Y

• X and Z

• Y and Z

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-1