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SC.8.N.1.1-Nature of Science

Quiz by Romano, Ellen

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  • Q1
    What is the primary purpose of the scientific method?
    To gather data without any analysis
    To prove that a hypothesis is always correct
    To investigate and answer questions through systematic observation and experimentation
    To ensure scientists never change their opinions
    30s
  • Q2
    Which step in the scientific method comes after forming a hypothesis?
    Making observations
    Collecting data
    Writing a conclusion
    Conducting experiments
    30s
  • Q3
    What is a controlled variable in an experiment?
    A variable that is kept constant to ensure a fair test
    The variable that the scientist manipulates
    The variable that changes in response to the experiment
    The outcome that is measured at the end of the experiment
    30s
  • Q4
    What is the main function of a scientific theory?
    To state an untested opinion
    To provide a guaranteed solution to a problem
    To describe a single event
    To explain a broad range of observations and predictions
    30s
  • Q5
    Why is it important to repeat experiments?
    To change the original hypothesis
    To confuse the outcomes
    To make the experiment more complicated
    To verify results and ensure reliability
    30s
  • Q6
    What is a hypothesis in scientific research?
    A random guess about the outcome
    A definitive conclusion reached after an experiment
    A testable prediction based on prior knowledge
    An untested statement about an observation
    30s
  • Q7
    What role does data play in the scientific method?
    Data is always altered to fit the desired outcome
    Data provides evidence to support or refute a hypothesis
    Data is irrelevant to scientific conclusions
    Data is only useful for creating graphs
    30s
  • Q8
    What is an observation in the context of the scientific method?
    A personal opinion about a scientific topic
    A guess made without any observations
    Information gathered through the senses to form a basis for inquiry
    A conclusion drawn without any evidence
    30s
  • Q9
    What is the importance of peer review in scientific research?
    To make the research process faster
    To ensure that studies are evaluated by other experts for validity and reliability
    To give scientists the opportunity to present their own bias
    To prevent any new ideas from being published
    30s
  • Q10
    What is the role of a control group in an experiment?
    To eliminate all variables in the experiment
    To provide a baseline for comparison with the experimental group
    To change the independent variable
    To replace the experimental group completely
    30s

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