THIS OR THAT?
Which is heavier: a pound of feathers or a pound of bricks?
A: They weigh the same.
Why do we see lightning before we hear thunder?
A: Light travels faster than sound.
What does the prefix “bio” mean?
A: Life.
What animal can see ultraviolet light?
A: Bees.
You buy a $4 snack every school day. About how much do you spend in a 5-day week?
A: $20.
Which is faster: sound or light?
A: Light.
Why does a balloon shrink in cold air?
A: The air particles move closer together.
What does “silent letters” mean?
A: Letters that are written but not pronounced.
What animal can sleep while half its brain stays awake?
A: Dolphins.
A class lasts 45 minutes. Two classes equal how much time?
A: 90 minutes (1 hour 30 minutes).
Which came first: the microwave or the smartphone?
A: The microwave.
Why do objects slow down when they slide across the floor?
A: Friction.
What is the root word of transportation?
A: Port (to carry).
Which animal has the strongest bite force relative to its size?
A: Crocodile.
If a shirt costs $20 and is 25% off, how much is the discount?
A: $5.
Which has more corners: a stop sign or a rectangle?
A: A stop sign.
Why do dark clothes feel hotter in the sun than light clothes?
A: Dark colors absorb more heat.
Is the phrase “I’m starving” usually literal or figurative?
A: Figurative.
Which animal uses echolocation to “see” with sound?
A: Bats.
A movie ticket costs $12. You have $25. How many can you buy?
A: 2 tickets.
Which is larger: the Moon or Pluto?
A: The Moon.
Why does salt melt ice on sidewalks?
A: It lowers the freezing point of water.
Why do English words sometimes have multiple meanings?
A: Language changes over time.
What animal can survive being frozen solid?
A: Wood frogs.
If you split a pizza into 8 slices and eat 3, what fraction is left?
A: 5/8.