Math
A rectangle has perimeter 54 cm. Length is 16 cm. What is the width?
11 cm
Riya stayed inside even though it was sunny because she had a test tomorrow.”
What can you infer about Riya’s priorities?
She prioritizes studying/responsibility over going outside.
Why do organisms in an ecosystem depend on each other?
For food, energy, and survival balance.
Why is climate change considered a global issue?
It affects all countries and crosses borders.
In soccer, what happens if a player touches the ball with their hands on purpose?
The other team gets a free kick (or a penalty kick if it happens in the penalty area).
A number increases from 40 to 60. What is the percent increase?
50%
What is the difference between implicit and explicit meaning in a text?
Explicit is clearly stated; implicit is implied/inferred.
What would happen if producers disappeared from an ecosystem?
Food chains collapse.
How does burning fossil fuels affect the atmosphere?
Increases greenhouse gases.
In hockey, what is icing?
When a player shoots the puck from behind the center line all the way past the opponent's goal line without anyone touching it.
3/5 of a number is 36. What is the number?
60
The room was a disaster zone after the party.
What figurative language is used and what does it show?
Metaphor; the room is very messy.
Explain how energy flows in a food chain.
Sun → producers → consumers.
Why might poorer countries be more affected by climate change?
Less resources to adapt and recover.
In baseball, how many strikes make a strikeout?
3 Strikes
A triangle has base 12 cm and height 9 cm. What is the area?
54 cm²
What is the difference between fact and opinion?
A fact can be proven true, while an opinion is a belief or personal feeling.
Why are invasive species dangerous to ecosystems?
They compete with native species and disrupt balance.
Explain how deforestation affects the carbon cycle.
Less CO₂ absorbed, more stays in atmosphere.
During a swimming race, why is it important for swimmers to use proper breathing techniques?
Proper breathing helps swimmers get enough oxygen, maintain endurance, and swim more efficiently without tiring as quickly.
A shirt costs $80. It increases by 15% tax. What is final cost?
$92
Why might an author switch between first and third person in a story?
To show different perspectives or create distance/emphasis.
A population of rabbits suddenly increases. Predict 2 ecosystem impacts.
More food demand, plant decrease, predator increase, imbalance.
A country reduces emissions but others don’t. Why is global cooperation still needed?
Because emissions elsewhere still affect the whole planet.
A soccer team is losing 1–0 with 5 minutes left. Should they focus more on attacking or defending?
Attacking, because they need to score to tie or win the game.