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1
Pat observes the weather one afternoon. He concludes that thunderstorms are likely. Which observation best explains it?
There is a light wind.
The winds are blowing from theeast.
The temperature is 23℃ (75℉).
The clouds are mainly cumulonimbus.
2
Where in a tropical climate are you most likely to find cooler weather and snow?
at sea level near a cold ocean current
in cloudy places near a desert region
at the base of a mountain range that blocks air flow
at the top of a tall mountain
3
With this type of cloud, what type of precipitation will
most likely
happen?
heavy snow
sleet
fog
hail
4
In a temperate zone, what most likely accounts for greater precipitation?
greater elevation
nearness to the ocean
more trees
fewer animals
5
. Sleet is frozen precipitation that looks like small bits of ice. How does sleet form?
It forms when rain freezes as it falls to Earth.
It forms when hail stones freeze as they fall to Earth.
It forms when hail stones melt as they fall to Earth.
It forms when raindrops melt as they fall to Earth.
6
Mitchell is looking at the stars in the night sky. How many stars are there in a galaxy?
billions
hundreds
one
thousands
7
1. Which of these can be made of gases, dust, and hundreds of billions of stars? SC.5.E.5.1
a planet
a constellation
a galaxy
a solar system
8
June is making a model to show how water evaporates from the ocean. Which items can she use in her model?
flashlight and tea kettle
stove burner and pot of water
heat lamp and bowl of salt water
thermometer and heating pad
9
2. Which of the following correctly compares the inner planets of the Solar System to the outer planets? SC.5.E.5.2
Inner planets have longer year lengths, the outer planets have shorter ones
Inner planets are composed mostly of gas, while the outer planets are not
The inner planets have rings, while the outer planets do not have rings.
Inner planets have few or no moons, while the outer planets have many
10
The following diagram shows instruments at a weather station. Which weather instrument measures humidity?
barometer
anemometer
wind vane
hygrometer
11
A tundra is a treeless area with frozen soil below it's surface. What climate zone is it in?
equatorial
temperate
polar
tropical
12
Which factors affect temperature and precipitation within a climate zones?
Latitude, number of cities and timeof year
Latitude, elevation and proximity to water
Elevation, number of rivers and proximity to water
Elevation, types of plants and time of year
13
Our solar system is in the Milky Way galaxy. Which statement is NOT true of all galaxies?
They are made of dust, gas and stars.
They can be seen from Earth.
They are constantly moving through space.
They contain billions of stars.
14
This is Cham’s drawing of the water cycle over the ocean. What is the source of energy for the water cycle?
Earth’s rotation
precipitation
run off
Sun
15
It is raining in Ohio and snowing in Pennsylvania.. What is the main difference in the weather in the two locations?
humidity
wind speed
temperature
air pressure
16
A puddle evaporated from a sidewalk. What happened to the water that caused it to evaporate?
The water heated up.
The water cooled down.
The water soaked into the sidewalk.
The water disappeared.
17
Earth, Mars, Mercury, and Venus belong to the same group in the Solar System. To which group do they belong? SC.5.E.5.2
outer planets
moons of the Sun
inner planets
gas giants
18
Put a small cup with some water inside a plastic bag and set it in a window. After one day, what did the model show?
only water condensation
both water evaporation and condensation
only water evaporation
cloud formation
19
Evaporation is part of the water cycle. Then water vapor in the air turns into clouds during condensation which means...
The water in the air is a solid it turns into a liquid to form the clouds.
The water in the air is a gas; it turns into a liquid to form the clouds.
The water in the air is a gas; it stays a gas to form the clouds.
The water in the air is a liquid; it turns into a solid to form the clouds.
20
Which statement about moons is
NOT
true?
Moons have craters.
Moons are composed of gases and dust.
Moons can be different sizes.
Moons orbit around planets.
21
Kendell wants to see if there is a trend in air temperature changes during May. Which of the following should he follow?
measure the temperature on the first and last day of April
measure the temperature every hour for 1 day
measure the temperature at noon every day in May
measure the temperature at the same time each Monday
22
A science show said that 90% of the evaporated water that goes into the water cycle comes from one source. What is it?
underground water storage
glaciers
freshwater lakes and rivers
oceans
23
The following table lists some features of three different climate zones. Which is found in a polar zone?
large rivers and streams
year round ice and snow
rain forest
hot desert
24
What is the main difference in climate between Ohio and Florida?
Ohio is closer to the equator.
Florida has a higher elevation.
Ohio has a higher latitude.
Florida is further from the equator.
25
Claire wants to show water changing from a liquid to a solid. Which of the following does she need for her model?
thermometer
measuring cup
source of heat
source of cooling
26
Emma hung her wet raincoat near the wood stove. What change in state happened as the raincoat dried?
.solid turned to liquid
gas turned to liquid
liquid turned to gas
liquid turned to solid
27
Students are to research the chemical make-up of the atmosphere of Jupiter. What is the best way to
The students should make a survey and ask friends for their opinions.
The students should design an experiment following the scientific method.
The students should access articles online by scientists about Jupiter.
The students should create a model of Jupiter and its moons.
28
Which of the following is an observation rather than an opinion?
In a lab, it is simple to measure the volume of liquids such as vinegar.
Vinegar leaves a fresh scent when it is used to remove spots on mirrors.
Baking soda is great to use for cleaning countertops or sinks.
At room temperature, vinegar is a liquid and baking soda is a solid.
29
Which of these bodies of water has the greatest effect on the climate of neighboring land?
lake
river
ocean
pond
30
One summer afternoon the humidity in Ocala, Florida was 80%. What is humidity?
amount of water vapor in the air
temperature at which water evaporates from the air
weight of water vapor in the air
air pressure
31
What are the main factors that determine a location’s climate and its climate zone?
average wind speed and temperature
average number of cloudy days and sunny days
average temperature and precipitation
average length of day and time of year
32
Friends observe water droplets forming on their glasses. Which phase of the water cycle do they observe?
precipitation
evaoporation
run off
condensation
33
Water is constantly returning to the atmosphere from Earth’s surface. Where on Earth does most evaporation take place?
mountain ice
oceans
a lake
soil
34
Precipitation can be in liquid or solid form. Which two forms of precipitation consists of solid water?
hail and sleet
rain and snow
hail and rain
sleet and rain
35
Si wants to explain how to determine the climate of an area. Which instructions should he give?
Record the precipitation and the wind speed for several months.
Measure the weather conditions one day and compare them to other days.
Find the average weather conditions over a period of many years.
Measure the highest and lowest temperatures for one day.
36
What piece of info did Liam
NOT
include in his procedure to ensure that someone else could repeat his investigation?
The location of the experiment.
The amount of each liquid used in the experiment.
The volume of the beakers used in the experiment.
The type of watch used in the experiment.
37
On TV, the weatherman says a high-pressure system is over the Tampa. Which item should Sue take with her to the park?
gloves
sunglasses
snow boots
rain coat
38
What weather conditions would
most
likely be found in a polar climate zone?
dry and warm
cold and humid
wet and hot
dry and cold
39
What do Neptune and Uranus have in common? SC.5.E.5.2
Both planets have an atmosphere.
Both planets consist of an iron core with a rocky mantle.
Both planets have the same number of moons.
Both planets are very hot.
40
Both cities below are in the temperate zone, but the average temperature of each place differs greatly in January. Why?
Coos Bay gets more precipitation.
Coos Bay is near the Pacific OCean.
Boise is at a lower elevation.
Boise is located in a desert.
41
Venus is sometimes called the “evening star.” Why is this NOT a correct statement?
Only planets can be seen in the skyafter sunset.
Venus is a planet, not a star.
Other stars can be seen in the skyafter sunset.
Venus can be seen during the day, but not in the evening.
42
The following environments are all in a temperate zone. Which place would you expect to be the most hot and humid?
swamp
near the Pacific Ocean
mountain range
desert
43
Which of the following would best explain how Earth and the Sun cause day and night?
a calendar with phases of the Moon
a rotating model of Earth and the Sun
pictures of Earth and the Sun
a map of the planets
44
Which statement best describes comets? SC.5.E.5.3
Comets are composed of ice, rock, and gas.
Comets rotate on an axis.
Comets have thick atmospheres.
Comets can sometimes have moons.
45
How does humidity differ from precipitation?
Humidity describes gaseous water mixed in air, and precipitation is liquid.
Humidity is water that falls as a solid, and precipitation is a gas.
Humidity is water that falls as a liquid, and precipitation is a gas.
Humidity is the air pressure in the atmosphere, and precipitation isn't.
46
A desert may look like either of these pictures. Which is a feature of
all
deserts?
very little precipitation
high heat
high humidity
very cold temperatures
