Welcome to Biology
What is Science?
Vocabulary
About the exam
100

What is your teacher's name?

Ms. K

Ms. McKenzie

McKenzie

100

What is an observation?

An observation is the act of carefully watching, noticing, or recording something to gather information or learn facts.

100

What is an open-book test?

An open-book test allows you to use your notes, textbooks, or approved materials while answering questions.

100

How long is the exam (time)?

40 minutes

200

What days do you usually have Biology class?

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday

200

What is science? 

Science is an ongoing process used to understand the natural world. 

200

What is an annotation? What is the first step of annotating?

Annotate means to add explanatory notes, comments, or critical remarks to a book, document, image, or other piece of work

200

How many questions does the exam have?

20

300
How many credit hours of laboratory work do you need in order to sit for the Biology Regents Exam?

20 hours

300

How does a scientist behave?

Scientists build knowledge by researching what is already known, testing ideas, using evidence, communicating their findings, and acting with honesty and integrity.

300

What is an experiment?

An experiment is a controlled test or procedure done to learn something, discover if an idea is true, or see if a new method works

300

What style of questions will you be asked to respond to?

  • Multiple Choice

  • True or False 

  • Short Answer

400

Which attainment will you receive for passing the Unit 0-1 exam? Which attainment do you receive for participating in class and on assignments?

  • Participation - Attainment #51: I can control my responses and behaviors in a range of situations, so that I can pursue goals and live up to the realistic standards that have been set for me.

  • Unit 0-1 Exam - Attainment #64: I can plan & organize myself and my time in ways that support and improve my work

400

What is the scientific method?

The scientific method is a step-by-step process used by researchers to explore observations, test ideas, and answer questions about the world.

400

What is an open-ended question?

An open-ended question is an inquiry that cannot be answered with a simple "yes," "no," or a one-word reply. It requires a longer, detailed response in a person's own words

400

What skills will you need for the test?

  • Organize ideas and resources

  • Read to understand and interpret ideas and information

  • Recall key concepts and information

500

Write an example of how to appropriately email a teacher when you need something.

1. Salutation (Ex. Good morning)

2. (Optional): Wish them well (Ex. I hope you are well)

3. Why are you writing? (Ex. I am writing to ask...)

4. Thank them (Ex. Thank you for your time)

5. Farewell + Your name/title (Ex. Sincerely, Ms.K)

500

What are 5 discoveries that have been made using the scientific method?

  1. Airplane 

  2. Radiation 

  3. Medicine

  4. Lightbulbs

  5. Cars

  6. Planes

  7. Smartphones

  8. Television

  9. Space rockets

  10. Satellites

  11. Computers

500

What are guided notes?

Teacher-prepared handouts that provide an outline of a lecture, reading, or video, leaving blank spaces or prompts for students to fill in key facts and concepts

500

What are the 4 topics you will be tested on? 

  • Topic 1: The Syllabus

  • Topic 2: Vocabulary 

  • Topic 3: What is Science 

  • Topic 4: What is Biology