
6th Grade Earth and Space Science Exam

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Social Studies
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1st - 6th Grade
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Hard
+4
Standards-aligned
Madison Butler
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45 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes day and night cycles on Earth?
The Earth's rotation around its axis
The Moon's rotation around Earth
The Earth's revolution around the Sun
The Sun's rotation around Earth
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following best explains what causes the seasons?
The distance between Earth and the Sun
Earth's tilt and its revolution around the Sun
The Moon's gravitational pull on Earth
The speed of Earth's rotation
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What causes tides on Earth?
Wind patterns across oceans
Earth's rotation only
The gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun
Ocean currents
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which theory states that the Sun is at the center of our solar system?
Geocentric theory
Planetary theory
Solar theory
Heliocentric theory
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What force keeps planets in orbit around the Sun?
Magnetic force
Gravitational force
Electromagnetic force
Nuclear force
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are sedimentary rocks formed?
Through intense heat and pressure
Through cooling of molten rock
Through compaction and cementation of layers
Through volcanic activity
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the process by which rocks are broken down into smaller pieces?
Erosion
Weathering
Deposition
Crystallization
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