Fossils & Environments
Rock Layers &
Earth’s History
Earth’s History
Erosion & Landforms
Natural Hazards
& Engineering
& Engineering
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50
Which layer has the oldest fossil? Which layer has the youngest fossil?
Oldest: Layer 4
Youngest: Layer 1
50
What might explain the formation of these rock layers?
A. An earthquake shifted the ground.
B. A volcano added lava layers.
C. Human activity shifted the ground.
D. Wind erosion shifted the ground.
A. An earthquake shifted the ground.
50
Which investigation best shows how rainfall shapes land?
A. Melt an ice cube
B. Pour water on sand
C. Blow sand with a fan
D. Put rock in water overnight
B. Pour water on sand
50
Which is an example of an improvement that can cause people to be better protected from natural hazards?
A. stream gauges to warn about flooding
B. alarms for fireplaces
C. a machine for identifying types of rocks
D. weather vanes to tell wind direction
A. stream gauges to warn about flooding
50
"Umbrella" - Rihanna
"Because,
when the sun shines,
we'll shine together..."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYOHWuQpmqM
Timestamp: 0:47
100
Study the image of the five rock layers with fossils.
What is the order of the environments in this location? What is your evidence?
[Choices: river, desert, ocean, cave, volcano, forest, lake]
First, it was an ocean. There are seashell fossils.
Then, it was a forest. There are deer & leaf fossils.
100
Place the sedimentary rock formation steps in correct order:
1. Small parts of rock fall into the water
2. Layers of sediment turn into rock.
3. Sediment forms layers.
4. Wind, ice, and rain break rock into smaller parts.
Wind breaks rock [4] → Small parts fall into water [1] → Sediment forms layers [3] → Layers turn into rock [2]
100
Which is an example of a living organism that causes the earth to be reshaped?
A. a snake slithering through the grass
B. a bird building a nest in a tree branch
C. a prairie dog burrowing into the ground
D. a bear scratching its back against a rock
C. a prairie dog burrowing into the ground
100
Which statement best describes the data and patterns you see in the map?
A. There are equal numbers of volcanoes and earthquakes.
B. Anywhere there is an earthquake, a volcano will always be in that same location too.
C. Most of the volcanoes on Earth are located in the center of the oceans.
D. Volcanoes that occur on continents most often occur along the coasts.
D. Volcanoes that occur on continents most often occur along the coasts.
100
"You Belong With Me"- Taylor Swift
"If you could see
that I'm
the one who understands you..."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYOHWuQpmqM
Timestamp: 3:22
200
What can you infer about the environment where these fossils were found?
A. The environment was cold and dry for all living things.
B. There were times when the environment was too extreme for any living things to live there.
C. The environment was hot and dry for all living things.
D. The environment was perfect for all living things during one period in time.
B. There were times when the environment was too extreme for any living things to live there.
200
Fill in the blanks:
Finding the large skull convinces the team that dinosaurs lived during this time period.
_____ fossils are less likely to be moved by erosion.
Scientists might think fossils are the wrong age if they are mixed into _____.
Choices:
- larger - smaller
- different organisms - a different layer
(larger, a different layer)
200
Jeremiah’s river is higher and flowing faster due to rain. What should he do?
A. Slow down erosion
B. Increase erosion
C. Maintain erosion
D. Nothing can reduce risk
A. Slow down erosion
200
Where should Jamila travel to see a volcano on land?
South America
200
"Lose Yourself" - Eminem
"You better - lose yourself in the music,
the moment you own it,
You better never let it go..."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYOHWuQpmqM
Timestamp: 6:32
300
What do fossils usually need to form?
Bonus: Which evidence supports that?
A. Fossils form in dry cold places
B. Water keeps minerals from replacing remains
C. Fossils form in a few hundred years
D. Water helps minerals replace the original remains
Water & Sediment
Bonus:
D. Water helps minerals replace the original remains
300
What was the environment like when the unknown layer formed? Write a scientific argument.
[Hint: Shale can form in floodplains, lakes, or shallow oceans]
The environment was a _____. The data shows the layer is made of _____. I know that _____ forms in _____. The data shows a _____ fossil was found. I know that fossil looks like a _____. This means that the environment was a _____.
The environment was a shallow ocean. The data shows the layer is made of shale. I know that shale forms in shallow oceans. The data shows a Inoceramus fossil was found. I know that fossil looks like a clam. This means that the environment was a shallow ocean.
300
Why were more rock layers exposed in Desert Rocks Canyon than in Keller’s Canyon?
The river in Desert Rocks Canyon flowed faster and for a longer time, causing more erosion.
300
Engineers are designing a sea wall to protect a seaside town. The purpose of the sea wall is to prevent the ocean from causing erosion.
What is the best way to test a sea wall design?
A. Submerge in fresh water
B. Pour water over it
C. Earthquake simulation
D. Place in pool and make waves
D. Place in pool and make waves
300
"Eye of the Tiger" - Survivor
"Eye of the tiger,
it's the thrill of the fight..."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpiUqk8ChRs
Timestamp: 5:23
400
"Waka Waka" - Shakira
"When you fall, get up
Oh, oh.
And if you fall, get up
Eh, eh..."
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cpiUqk8ChRs
Timestamp: 6:29