ELA
What does it mean to make an inference? Example sentence: It is possible to infer a trend from the data.
To infer is to reach a conclusion or answer based on evidence and logical reasoning skills.
What is the world's largest desert?
What may happen as a result of the recent magnitude 8 earthquake in Japan and the magnitude 3 earthquake in New York State? What precautions should humans take?
A magnitude 8 earthquake in Japan is likely to cause significant damage, including potential tsunamis, while a magnitude 3 earthquake in New York State is expected to cause minor shaking and potential localized damage. In Japan, precautions include immediate evacuation to higher ground after the shaking stops, especially in coastal areas, and being prepared for aftershocks and potential tsunami waves. In New York, precautions involve checking for damage, especially to gas lines and electrical systems, and being aware of potential aftershocks.
2/3 + 1/5 =
13/15
What is the longest bone in the human body and where is it located?
The longest bone is the femur. It is in our thigh.
Provide 3 antonyms for the word "angry."
Examples: calm, peaceful, joyful, good-humored
Which country is known as the “Land of the Rising Sun”?
Japan is known as the "Land of the Rising Sun". This nickname comes from Japan's location to the east of China, where the sun appears to rise.
What happens to organisms that do not decompose when they are buried?
Organisms that do not decompose fully become fossils. Under specific conditions, these organisms become fossil fuels like coal, oil, or natural gas over the course of millions of years.
1/2 + 3/7 =
13/14
What are the levels in the food chain?
1. Decomposers 2. Producers 3. Herbivores (primary consumers) 4. Predatory (secondary consumers)
What do you call the first paragraph of a 5 paragraph essay?
The first paragraph of any essay is the introduction paragraph. It introduces the essential topic or argument of an essay.
In terms of land area, what is the second biggest country in the world? Hint: This country is not densely populated.
Canada has lots of land and small islands but much of the land is uninhabited.
How can carbon be removed from the atmosphere?
During photosynthesis, plants utilize carbon dioxide from the atmosphere to create sugars and other organic compounds, releasing oxygen as a byproduct. This process effectively converts carbon dioxide, a greenhouse gas, into a form stored within plants, thus reducing its presence in the atmosphere.
If you bought 3 CD's at $12.99 each and paid with a $50 bill, what would your change be?
The CD's cost $38.97. The change will be $11.03.
What is the name of the only tropical rainforest in the United States?
Puerto Rico’s El Yunque National Forest
What do we call the plot feature of a text that represents the point of greatest tension or change?
The climax or turning point is the point of greatest tension.
What country in Africa is known for having great ski resorts?
Lesotho
Name a primate species who is closely related to humans and critically endangered due to habitat loss caused by humans. Where do these primates live?
Eastern/Western Gorillas live in central Africa.
(6x3) + 72 /8 - 5 +1 =
23
What is the Earth's largest island by area? Hint: Donald Trump wants to buy it and make it part of America.
Greenland.
Spell the word "camouflage" correctly.
c-a-m-o-u-f-l-a-g-e
Describe the important features of the Paleolithic era.
The Paleolithic Era refers to the period of earliest human history, beginning c. 2.6 million years ago to c, 11,700 years ago, characterized by the first use of stone tools, fire, hunting and gathering weapons, and, about 50,000 years ago, by cave painting, sculpture, tools, and artifacts using diverse materials such as bone, shell, stone, mineral pigments, and wood.
What is the force that causes objects to sink or float in water? Spell it on the board for an extra 100 points.
Buoyancy
3 X {[65-49] + [42/7] /2} =
33
What is the Earth's third-largest ocean?
The indian ocean