Science 4th Grade A12

A student claims that earthquakes can cause changes to the Earth’s surface. Which statement best supports the student’s claim?

• Earthquakes happen only in the ocean, so they do not affect the land.

• Earthquakes can shake the ground and cause cracks to form.

• Earthquakes only happen deep underground and do not change the surface.

• Earthquakes only happen in cold climates, so they do not affect most places.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which statement best explains how the ears and the brain work together?

• The ears send sound signals to the brain to help recognize noises.

• The ears produce energy for the brain to work.

• The brain tells the ears to create sound.

• The brain helps the ears breathe in oxygen.

Which pair of devices provides evidence that electrical energy can be converted to heat energy and movement energy when connected to a source of electricity?

• Hairdryer and fan

• Lamp and doorbell

• Flashlight and toaster

• Oven and radio

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-5

Part A: Which statement best describes the pattern of where tornadoes most often occur?

• Most tornadoes form in warm ocean waters.

• Most tornadoes form in areas with large, flat open land.

• Most tornadoes form in mountain valleys.

• Most tornadoes form in cold, icy regions.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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

• To predict which areas are most at risk for tornadoes.

• To determine where to build tall buildings.

• To find new locations to dig for oil.

• To prevent tornadoes from forming.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

Which statement describes two ways that solar power and wind power are most alike?

• Both are renewable and depend on natural weather conditions.

• Both require burning fuel and are nonrenewable.

• Both are always available, no matter the weather.

• Both produce air pollution when creating energy.

Which energy source is nonrenewable and creates the most pollution?

• Solar

• Natural gas

• Wind

• Coal

Which energy source is renewable but can only work when the sun is shining?

• Wind

• Solar

• Oil

• Natural gas