Scientific Inquiry Answers

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Which of the following is the correct order for the steps of scientific inquiry?

A
observe, question, hypothesize, analyze, experiment, formulate a conclusion
B
question, observe, hypothesize, experiment, analyze, formulate a conclusion
C
question, hypothesize, observe, experiment, analyze, formulate a conclusion
D
observe, question, hypothesize, experiment, analyze, formulate a conclusion
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Which excerpt from "The Beginnings of the Maasai” is the best example of a feature found in myths?

A
My job is important, so I work hard to do it well, even though the cattle can sometimes be troublesome.
B
You see, soon after I was born, a massive volcano erupted right in the middle of the cattle plains.
C
When we have rituals or community celebrations, I have to bring the cattle, because their presence is essential.
D
One by one, Enkai sent the cattle walking down branches of the fig tree, all the way down to the roots at the ground.
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According to your lecture, what do successful students do?

A
Study harder than everyone else
B
Study more often than everyone else
C
Learn faster than other students
D
Make studying part of their daily routine
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A study routine includes when, how and where study activities take place.

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T
B
F
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Only certain types of physical activity help to develop physical fitness.

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T
B
F
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Explain how the first three steps of scientific inquiry are related.

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Which are features of myths? Select four options.

A
supernatural gods or animals
B
fantastic settings
C
humorous elements that entertain the reader
D
an attempt to explain the origin of the universe
E
characters found in everyday life
F
conflicts between worlds, beings, self, or natural elements
G
everyday events
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Sheri likes to study in the school library, but it is usually full of chatting students. It's a great place to study because her friends can always drop by when they want to talk to her. Sheri should seek a new study space with

A
More light
B
Less people
C
Less distractions
D
More access to a restroom
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Ansel tries to get his studying done anyway he can. He always has so much to do: work, practice and Science Club. What does Ansel need?

A
A tutor
B
To quit some of his activities
C
A new assignment calendar
D
A study routine
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In order to have good physical fitness, you __________.

A
should be able to complete daily tasks without being physically taxed
B
must be able to run a 4-minute mile
C
need to work out at the gym four times a week
D
don't need to worry about eating healthy foods
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A scientific theory _______.

A
describes what occurs every time in a given situation
B
is not validated by experimentation
C
can never be changed
D
is an explanation for a set of events
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Read the passage from "The Beginnings of the Maasai.”Now Enkai lives at the top of Mount Kenya, and we Maasai still live below, herding cattle down in the plains. It’s not a bad life, especially when Enkai is the Black God, providing for us. And when the cattle or other children cause problems, I just warn them that they never know when I might suddenly develop my godly powers.

A
Mount Kenya.
B
the children.
C
the cattle.
D
their god.
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Michael’s mom drops him off at school early two days a week. Michael likes to use this time to get his homework done for the week. A disadvantage of this study time is that

A
He is always wide awake in the morning
B
It is not available to him everyday
C
His friends aren’t there to help him do his homework
D
All of these
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Study habits are a good indicator of whether or not academic success is important to a student. Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A
T
B
F
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Exercise is physical activity with the goal of improving physical fitness.

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T
B
F
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Which of the following is an observation and not an inference?

A
A cup with steam coming from it will be hot to the touch.
B
Dark clouds in the sky will mean rain later in the afternoon.
C
Bubbles form when two chemicals are mixed together.
D
A plastic bag moving along the ground is being pushed by the wind.
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Read the passage from "The Beginnings of the Maasai.”Neighboring hunters from the Kamba were jealous of Neiterkob’s special relationship with Enkai and the gift of our cattle. Out of vengeance, they hewed the fig tree into little pieces. It was heartbreaking to lose this strong bond with the sky god, but as long as we still have our cattle, we can still feel the joy of being connected to Enkai.Now Enkai lives at the top of Mount Kenya, and we Maasai still live below, herding cattle down in the plains. It’s not a bad life, especially when Enkai is the Black God, providing for us. And when the cattle or other children cause problems, I just warn them that they never know when I might suddenly develop my godly powers.

A
Out of vengeance, they hewed the fig tree into little pieces.
B
Now Enkai lives at the top of Mount Kenya, and we Maasai still live below, herding cattle down in the plains.
C
It’s not a bad life, especially when Enkai is the Black God, providing for us.
D
And when the cattle or other children cause problems, I just warn them that they never know when I might suddenly develop my godly powers.
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Shana does not have good study habits because she writes down every single grade she earns on a test or assignment.

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T
B
F
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When and how you communicate with your teachers is a study habit.

A
T
B
F
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Physical fitness is related to our ability to carry out daily tasks without being too tired or sore.

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T
B
F

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