Writing
A paragraph explains how to bake a cake. Which sentence should come first?
a. Pour the batter into the greased pan.
b.Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees.
c. Let the cake cool before frosting it.
d. Gather all necessary ingredients such as flour, eggs, and sugar.
d. Gather all necessary ingredients such as flour, eggs, and sugar.
A store sells notebooks for $2.50 each. If Maya buys n notebooks, which expression represents the total cost?
A. 2.50−n
B. 2.50n
C. n÷2.50
D. 2.50+n
B. 2.50n
A student thinks that plants will grow faster if they are given music. Which of the following is the best hypothesis?
A. Plants need sunlight to grow.
B. Plants that listen to music will grow faster than plants that do not.
C. Music is relaxing to humans.
D. Plants grow in soil.
B. Plants that listen to music will grow faster than plants that do not.
Which of the following is the primary purpose of the U.S. Constitution?
A. To list the grievances against the British king
B. To establish the structure and powers of the national government
C. To outline the terms of peace after the Revolutionary War
D. To guarantee voting rights for all citizens
B. To establish the structure and powers of the national government
What is the largest ocean on Earth?
The Pacific Ocean
A paragraph describes the results of a school recycling program. Which sentence should come last?
a. The school reduced its waste by 40% in three months.
b. Volunteers collected and sorted recyclables each week.
c. Students placed recycling bins in each class.
d. Teachers encouraged students to recycle paper and plastic.
a. The school reduced its waste by 40% in three months.
A jacket originally costs $80. It is now on sale for 25% off. What is the sale price?
A. $20
B. $55
C. $60
D. $75
C. $60
researcher wants to test how the amount of fertilizer affects tomato plant growth. What is the independent variable?
A. The height of the tomato plants
B. The amount of fertilizer used
C. The type of tomato plant
D. The amount of sunlight
B. The amount of fertilizer used
Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting laws?
A. Executive
B. Legislative
C. Judicial
D. Administrative
C. Judicial
What is the capital of Michigan?
Lansing
A paragraph is being written about how to prepare a bicycle for a long ride. Which sentence should come first?
A. Check the tire pressure to make sure the tires are properly inflated.
B. Test the brakes to confirm they are working correctly.
C. Gather the tools and supplies you will need for the ride.
D. Adjust the seat height so the rider is comfortable.
C. Gather the tools and supplies you will need for the ride.
A rectangular garden is 12 feet long and 9 feet wide. What is its area?
A. 21 sq ft
B. 108 sq ft
C. 96 sq ft
D. 48 sq ft
B. 108 sq ft
Why is a control group important in an experiment?
A. It guarantees the hypothesis is correct.
B. It allows the experimenter to test multiple variables at once.
C. It provides a baseline to compare the experimental results to.
D. It makes the experiment faster.
C. It provides a baseline to compare the experimental results to.
What was the main reason the American colonies declared independence from Britain?
A. Britain refused to trade with the colonies
B. Colonists wanted a king of their own
C. Colonists opposed taxation without representation D. Britain banned all colonial assemblies
C. Colonists opposed taxation without representation
Which Great Lake lies entirely within U.S. borders and touches Michigan?
Lake Michigan
"The classroom was a zoo by the time the substitute arrived." What type of figurative language is used here?
A. Simile
B. Metaphor
C. Hyperbole
D. Personification
B. Metaphor
A recipe uses 3 cups of flour for every 2 cups of sugar. If you use 9 cups of flour, how much sugar do you need?
A. 3 cups
B. 4 cups
C. 5 cups
D. 6 cups
D. 6 cups
A student tests whether cold water or warm water dissolves sugar faster. After three trials, warm water dissolves sugar in 10 seconds on average, while cold water takes 25 seconds. What conclusion can be drawn?
A. Sugar dissolves faster in cold water.
B. Sugar dissolves at the same rate in both temperatures.
C. Sugar dissolves faster in warm water.
D. Sugar does not dissolve in water.
C. Sugar dissolves faster in warm water.
Which amendment protects freedom of speech, religion, and the press?
A. First Amendment
B. Second Amendment
C. Fourth Amendment
D. Tenth Amendment
A. First Amendment
Which Michigan-based NASCAR track is known for being one of the fastest tracks on the circuit?
Michigan International Speedway
"The wind whispered secrets through the trees." This sentence is an example of:
A. Hyperbole
B. Personification
C. Onomatopoeia
D. Metaphor
B. Personification
Solve for x:
5x−7=18
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
C. 5
Which step of the scientific method comes immediately after forming a hypothesis?
A. Drawing a conclusion
B. Analyzing data
C. Conducting an experiment
D. Making an observation
C. Conducting an experiment
Which of the following is a responsibility (not a requirement) of U.S. citizens?
A. Serving on a jury when called
B. Paying taxes
C. Obeying federal and state laws
D. Voting in elections
D. Voting in elections
In which country did the Olympic Games originate?
Greece