Science
Which organelle is responsible for producing energy in a cell?
A) Nucleus
B) Ribosome
C) Mitochondrion
D) Golgi apparatus
Answer: C
Explanation: The mitochondrion is known as the "powerhouse" of the cell because it produces ATP, the cell’s energy currency.
What document begins with “We the People”?
A) Declaration of Independence
B) Bill of Rights
C) U.S. Constitution
D) Emancipation Proclamation
Answer: C
Explanation: The U.S. Constitution starts with the preamble “We the People,” emphasizing democratic governance.
What is the value of 8^2?
A) 16
B) 64
C) 32
D) 128
Answer: B
Explanation: 82=8×8=64
Which sentence is grammatically correct?
A) He don’t like pizza.
B) She go to school every day.
C) They was late to class.
D) She goes to school every day.
Answer: D
Explanation: “She goes” is the correct subject-verb agreement.
What color is the “M” in McDonald’s logo?
A) Red
B) Blue
C) Yellow
D) Green
Answer: C
Explanation: The iconic golden arches are bright yellow.
What is the primary function of white blood cells?
A) Transport oxygen
B) Fight infections
C) Carry nutrients
D) Regulate temperature
Answer: B
Explanation: White blood cells are part of the immune system and help defend the body against pathogens.
Which war ended with the Treaty of Versailles?
A) Civil War
B) World War I
C) World War II
D) Korean War
Answer: B
Explanation: The Treaty of Versailles officially ended World War I in 1919.
Solve for x: 3x+5=20
A) 3
B) 5
C) 15
D) 20
Answer: B
Explanation: Subtract 5 from both sides: 3x=15
3x = 15, then divide by 3: x=5
Which word is a synonym for “happy”?
A) Sad
B) Angry
C) Joyful
D) Tired
Answer: C
Explanation: “Joyful” means the same as “happy.”
Which animal is known for laughing when tickled?
A) Dolphin
B) Chimpanzee
C) Rat
D) Parrot
Answer: C
Explanation: Studies show rats emit high-pitched giggles when tickled.
What type of energy is stored in a stretched rubber band?
A) Thermal
B) Kinetic
C) Chemical
D) Potential
Answer: D
Explanation: A stretched rubber band stores potential energy due to its position.
What is the main purpose of the legislative branch of the U.S. government?
A) Enforce laws
B) Interpret laws
C) Make laws
D) Veto laws
Answer: C
Explanation: The legislative branch, primarily Congress, is responsible for creating laws.
What is the area of a rectangle with length 10 and width 4?
A) 14
B) 40
C) 44
D) 20
Answer: B
Explanation: Area = length × width = 10×4=40
Which sentence uses a comma correctly?
A) I bought apples oranges and bananas.
B) I bought apples, oranges, and bananas.
C) I bought, apples oranges and bananas.
D) I bought apples oranges, and bananas.
Answer: B
Explanation: Commas separate items in a list.
Which board game uses characters like Colonel Mustard and Miss Scarlet?
A) Monopoly
B) Clue
C) Life
D) Risk
Answer: B
Explanation: Clue is the classic mystery game with colorful suspects.
Which macromolecule is primarily responsible for storing genetic information?
A) Protein
B) Lipid
C) DNA
D) Carbohydrate
Answer: C
Explanation: DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) stores genetic instructions used in growth and development.
What economic system is based on private ownership and free markets?
A) Socialism
B) Communism
C) Capitalism
D) Feudalism
Answer: C
Explanation: Capitalism emphasizes private ownership and competition in a free market.
What is the perimeter of a square with side length 6?
A) 12
B) 18
C) 24
D) 36
Answer: C
Explanation: Perimeter = 4 × side = 4 × 6 = 24
What is the main purpose of a thesis statement in an essay?
A) To entertain the reader
B) To list facts
C) To state the main idea
D) To ask a question
Answer: C
Explanation: A thesis statement clearly presents the central idea of the essay.
Which word is an antonym for “generous”?
A) Kind
B) Selfish
C) Giving
D) Helpful
Answer: B
Explanation: “Selfish” is the opposite of “generous.”
Which part of the atom contains protons and neutrons?
A) Electron cloud
B) Nucleus
C) Shell
D) Orbit
Answer: B
Explanation: The nucleus is the dense center of the atom containing protons and neutrons.
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Which amendment gave women the right to vote in the U.S.?
A) 13th
B) 15th
C) 19th
D) 21st
Answer: C
Explanation: The 19th Amendment, ratified in 1920, granted women the right to vote.
What is the slope of the line y=1/2x + 1?
A. 15
B. -1/2
C. 1
D. 1/2
Answer: D
Explanation using the slope intercept form of a line
y=mx + b
m= the slope
b= the y intercept
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Which sentence uses correct punctuation?
A) I like pizza but, not burgers.
B) I like pizza, but not burgers.
C) I like pizza but not, burgers.
D) I like pizza but not burgers.
Answer: D
Explanation: Independent clause followed by a dependent clause.
What is the only mammal capable of true flight?
A) Flying squirrel
B) Bat
C) Sugar glider
D) Owl
Answer: B
Explanation: Bats are the only mammals that can fly, not just glide.