GMAS Review Quiz 1

Which of the following best explains why ice melts when heated?

• The particles in the ice become larger.

• The particles in the ice move faster and spread apart.

• The particles in the ice change into different particles.

• The particles in the ice stop moving.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

A student observes a river carrying soil downstream. Which process is primarily responsible for this movement of soil?

• Constructive process

• Destructive process

• Chemical process

• Biological process

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Which of the following is a beneficial role of microorganisms in the environment?

• Causing diseases in plants

• Decomposing dead organic matter

• Polluting water sources

• Consuming large animals

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What is the main function of chloroplasts in a plant cell?

• To store genetic information

• To produce energy through photosynthesis

• To protect the cell from external damage

• To control cell division

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Which of the following is an inherited trait?

• Riding a bicycle

• Eye color

• Speaking a language

• Writing skills

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

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Construct an argument to explain why boiling water turns into steam.

• The particles in the water become smaller and disappear.

• The particles in the water gain energy and move faster, spreading apart.

• The particles in the water change into a different substance.

• The particles in the water stop moving.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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Develop a simple model to show how a volcano can change the surface of the Earth. What process is primarily involved?

• Erosion

• Deposition

• Constructive process

• Weathering

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

Construct an argument using scientific evidence to support the claim that some bacteria are beneficial to humans.

• Bacteria cause infections in humans.

• Bacteria help in digestion and produce vitamins.

• Bacteria are only found in dirty environments.

• Bacteria are harmful and should be eliminated.

Develop a model to identify and label the parts of an animal cell. Which part is responsible for controlling the cell's activities?

• Membrane

• Cytoplasm

• Nucleus

• Chloroplasts

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

Ask questions to compare and contrast inherited and acquired traits. Which of the following is an acquired trait?

• Hair color

• Ability to read

• Blood type

• Natural height