Science
What are the three states of matter?
Solid, liquid, gas
What does the suffix "ful" mean? Give an example.
Full of or containing something. Harmful means full of harm.
What are two reasons that would push someone to migrate?
education, work, health, war/safety.
In the City of Ember, what job did Lina pick out of the Mayor's bag?
Pipeworks laborer.
Complete the sentences below:
"But she wears short skirts......"
"She's Cheer Captain......"
"But she wears short skirts, I wear T-shirts
She's Cheer Captain, and I'm on the bleachers"
Define gravity.
Gravity is a natural force that pulls all objects towards the center of the Earth.
What is the prefix that means two?
Bi or di.
What is one negative impact of agriculture?
Toxic chemicals or using too much water.
What is watercress?
A weed native to China that grows in water and can be eaten.
In the movie Coco, what action in the world of the living gives permission to the dead relatives to visit their living relatives?
Someone putting their picture up (on an ofrenda).
Explain the difference between a physical and chemical change (2 of 3).
A physical change does not produce a new substance, a chemical change does. A physical change may change shape, temperature or state but the identity of the matter does not change. A chemical change bubbles, foams, produces a smell or heat.
What does the word decompose mean?
To break down.
What are three challenges immigrants might face in a new country?
New language, discrimination/racism, separation from family.
In any text, the author or character has a particular tone. Define tone and give an example.
The attitude or feeling of the author or character. Example: the character's tone is defensive or angry.
To help each other repair/build roofs/houses.
What three things do plants need to carry out photosynthesis?
carbon dioxide, water, sunlight.
How many syllables does the word hippopotamus have?
Define technology.
Something human made that uses science to make life easier.
Why do Ivy and her family leave to California?
They were facing discrimination under the segregation laws as black people in Mississippi, where life was very hard for them.
What position does Harry Potter play in quidditch?
Seeker.
What causes seasons?
The tilt of the Earth's axis.
What does the prefix "omni" mean?
Give an example.
Omni means "all." Omniscient, omnivore.
Define two of the following persuasive techniques: logos, pathos, ethos.
logos - logic (numbers, facts)
pathos - big emotion
ethos - trust or credibility (celebrities or scientists)
In the novel Other Words for Home, what part does Jood get in the school play?
Plumette, the feather duster.
(Points counted if said object or item)
Who plays Barbie in the movie Barbie?
Margot Robbie.