Science 4th Grade A10

A student claims that the Mississippi River is unique compared to other rivers. Which statement best supports the student’s claim?

• Most rivers are short, but the Mississippi River is one of the longest rivers in the United States.

• Most rivers flow north, but the Mississippi River flows in a circle.

• Most rivers have no animals, but the Mississippi River is the only river with fish.

• Most rivers are found in deserts, but the Mississippi River is in a dry area.

Use your knowledge of science to answer the question. Which statement best explains how the skin and the brain work together?

• The skin sends signals to the brain about temperature and touch.

• The skin controls how fast the brain can think.

• The brain sends signals to the skin to stop feeling pain.

• The skin sends oxygen to the brain.

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Use your knowledge of science to answer the question. Which pair of devices provides evidence that electrical energy can be converted to heat energy and motion energy when connected to a source of electricity?

• Toaster and fan

• Radio and television

• Lamp and clock

• Microwave and doorbell

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Part A: Which statement best describes the pattern of where earthquakes and tsunamis are most likely to happen?

• Most earthquakes and tsunamis occur along the edges of tectonic plates.

• Most earthquakes and tsunamis occur in the middle of continents.

• Most earthquakes occur in forests, while tsunamis form in deserts.

• Most earthquakes and tsunamis only happen near mountains.

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Part B: How can scientists best use the pattern identified in Part A?

• To predict where earthquakes and tsunamis may occur.

• To find the best places to build new cities.

• To prevent earthquakes and tsunamis from forming.

• To change the direction of tectonic plates.

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Which energy source is renewable but requires a large amount of land to produce electricity?

• Natural gas

• Oil

• Solar

• Coal

Which energy source is nonrenewable and produces air, water, and solid waste pollutants?

• Wind

• Oil

• Solar

• Hydropower

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