The House of the Scorpion

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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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Standards-aligned
Lisa Thompson
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What is the primary scientific theme explored in 'The House of the Scorpion'?
Genetic engineering
Quantum physics
Astrophysics
Ecology
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In 'The House of the Scorpion', what is the significance of cloning in the story?
It is used to create identical twins
It is a method to preserve endangered species
It is a way to produce organ donors
It is a technique for space exploration
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Which scientific concept is illustrated by the creation of clones in 'The House of the Scorpion'?
Natural selection
Genetic modification
Photosynthesis
Thermodynamics
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What ethical dilemma is associated with cloning as depicted in 'The House of the Scorpion'?
Resource allocation
Identity and individuality
Climate change
Nuclear energy
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
How does 'The House of the Scorpion' address the issue of genetic diversity?
By promoting biodiversity
By showing the risks of genetic uniformity
By encouraging cross-breeding
By highlighting the benefits of monoculture
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS4-2
NGSS.HS-LS4-5
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
In 'The House of the Scorpion', what role does DNA play in the development of clones?
It determines the clone's physical appearance
It has no role
It is used to enhance intelligence
It is irrelevant to cloning
Tags
NGSS.HS-LS1-1
NGSS.HS-LS3-1
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
What scientific experiment is central to the plot of 'The House of the Scorpion'?
Cloning of a human
Creation of a new element
Development of a vaccine
Discovery of a new planet
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