ISD G6 Science Midterm - 2024 - Lorie Delizo-Osborne | Library

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All living organisms are made up of cells.

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Decomposers, such as fungi, make their own food through photosynthesis.

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Asexual reproduction requires two parents.

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During natural selection, traits that increase the chances of survival are passed on to future generations.

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Traits like beak size can affect an organism’s ability to survive in its environment.

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All physical traits are also adaptations.

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Eukaryotic cells are more complex cells, and have internal compartments such as a nucleus.

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Bacteria belong to the domain Eukarya.

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A producer is an organism that gets energy by eating other organisms.

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Organisms from the Archaea domain are multicellular organisms.

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One or more species make up a genus.

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An organism's scientific name is made of two parts: its _______ and _______ .

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Which of the following is a characteristic of living things?

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Which organism is an example of a producer/autotroph?

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A mushroom grows on a dead, rotting oak tree lying in the forest. Which of the following best describes the tree and mushroom?

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In the Bird Beak Lab, what did the type of beak represent?

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Which type of reproduction leads to identical offspring?

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What domain do humans belong to?

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Which domain includes extremophiles, or organisms that can live under harsh conditions?

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Which kingdom has both unicellular and multicellular organisms?

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In the Bird Beak lab, what was the dependent variable?

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Who traveled to the Galapagos Islands and studied finches to later come up with the theory of evolution?

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If a population of organisms is unable to adapt to its environment, it will likely

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Which of the following is an example of artificial selection?

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A ________ uses a series of paired statements to identify organisms.

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What best describes the relationship between a stimulus and a response?

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In nature, what typically comes before competition or is needed for competition to happen?

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An organism that eats other organisms for energy is called a _______ 

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_______ is the process by which populations change over time. 

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When organisms reproduce, they pass copies of all or part of their _______ to their offspring.

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A(n) _______ is a membrane-covered structure that contains all of the materials necessary for life. 

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The kingdom _______  obtain energy by absorbing materials, such as decaying matter. 

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Match the definition with the correct super duper important science word:

Draggable item		Corresponding Item
Organisms made up of more than one cell.		Producers
Organisms that make their own food using sunlight.		Eukarya
Cells with a nucleus or internal compartments.		Adaptation
Cells without a nucleus or internal compartments.		Prokaryotes
A beneficial trait that helps an organism survive.		Multicellular
A domain that includes plants, animals, fungi, and protists.		Eukaryotes

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Re-order the classification system so it's in the correct order. The top of the list should represent the most general classification, or the one that would include the most organisms.

Order
Class
Phylum
Kingdom
Domain
Family
Genus
Species

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Check the five characteristics of living things:

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Explain how natural selection leads to evolution. Use the image above to help explain your answer. Some key words that probably should be used in your answer include: natural selection, evolution, traits, and adaptations. I really really hope you read the full question this time.

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NEW SPECIES DISCOVERED We need your help to identify what kingdom it belongs to. Read the description below and decide what Eukarya Kingdom you think it belongs to. Make a claim, provide your evidence, and state your reasoning.

--- Alien Species: Lumorbius Solaris --
Description of Lumorbius Solaris: The Lumorbius Solaris is a fascinating organism discovered on the distant planet Xenotera. Scientists have observed the following key characteristics:
Appearance: Lumorbius Solaris has a glowing, dome-shaped structure that changes color depending on its environment.
Size: Most are microscopic, but some can grow large enough to be visible to the naked eye.
Cell Structure: It is unicellular but can form colonies with other Lumorbius Solaris.
Nutrition: It absorbs sunlight to produce its own energy through a process similar to photosynthesis.
Movement: It has tiny hair-like structures that allow it to move in water.
Reproduction: Reproduces both sexually and asexually, depending on environmental conditions.

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Read the two statements below. Tell me which one you think is correct and why. AND WHY!!
a) Evolution is a process that leads to natural selection.
b) Natural selection is a process that leads to evolution.

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Think back to the characteristics of living things.
Describe ONE piece of evidence that supports the argument that viruses should be considered living.
Then, describe at least ONE piece of evidence that supports the argument that viruses should NOT be considered living.
Elaborate and include details to make your reasoning clear in order to earn full credit.

ISD G6 Science Midterm - 2024

Academic Honesty Statement

Your midterm officially begins now. Good luck!

All living organisms are made up of cells.

Decomposers, such as fungi, make their own food through photosynthesis.

Asexual reproduction requires two parents.

During natural selection, traits that increase the chances of survival are passed on to future generations.

Traits like beak size can affect an organism’s ability to survive in its environment.

All physical traits are also adaptations.

Eukaryotic cells are more complex cells, and have internal compartments such as a nucleus.

Bacteria belong to the domain Eukarya.

A producer is an organism that gets energy by eating other organisms.

Organisms from the Archaea domain are multicellular organisms.

One or more species make up a genus.

Which of the following is a characteristic of living things?

Which organism is an example of a producer/autotroph?

A mushroom grows on a dead, rotting oak tree lying in the forest. Which of the following best describes the tree and mushroom?

In the Bird Beak Lab, what did the type of beak represent?

Which type of reproduction leads to identical offspring?

What domain do humans belong to?

Which domain includes extremophiles, or organisms that can live under harsh conditions?

Which kingdom has both unicellular and multicellular organisms?

In the Bird Beak lab, what was the dependent variable?

Who traveled to the Galapagos Islands and studied finches to later come up with the theory of evolution?

If a population of organisms is unable to adapt to its environment, it will likely

Which of the following is an example of artificial selection?

A ________ uses a series of paired statements to identify organisms.

What best describes the relationship between a stimulus and a response?

In nature, what typically comes before competition or is needed for competition to happen?

Match the definition with the correct super duper important science word:

Re-order the classification system so it's in the correct order. The top of the list should represent the most general classification, or the one that would include the most organisms.

Check the five characteristics of living things:

Explain how natural selection leads to evolution. Use the image above to help explain your answer. Some key words that probably should be used in your answer include: natural selection, evolution, traits, and adaptations. I really really hope you read the full question this time.

--- Alien Species: Lumorbius Solaris --

Read the two statements below. Tell me which one you think is correct and why. AND WHY!!a) Evolution is a process that leads to natural selection. b) Natural selection is a process that leads to evolution.

Read the two statements below. Tell me which one you think is correct and why. AND WHY!!
a) Evolution is a process that leads to natural selection.
b) Natural selection is a process that leads to evolution.