Properties & Materials
What material is man-made? A) Wood B) Wool C) Plastic
✅ Plastic
Name two properties of dishwashing gloves.
✅ Rubber, flexible, waterproof
What does "Terra Australis" mean? A) No one’s land B) South land C) Island continent
✅ B) South land
Where did British settlers set up a colony? A) Port Jackson B) Port Douglas C) Port Cook
✅ A) Port Jackson
What colour is Missy J’s water bottle? Bonus for brand
Blue Stanley
Which of these is absorbent? A) Metal B) Paper towel C) Plastic bag
✅ Paper towel
Why is it important to do a fair test in science?
✅ So we know what caused the changes and can trust the results
Why did Europeans start exploring the world in the 1400s–1500s?
✅ Trade, wealth (gold/spices), religion, curiosity, build empires
True or False: Many places in Australia are still named after British and Dutch explorers.
✅ True
How many years has Missy J been teaching? Including this year
3 years
Name a material that is transparent and explain how it’s useful.
✅ Example: Glass – useful for windows so we can see through them
Why are biodegradable plastics a helpful invention?
✅ They break down faster and reduce pollution in the environment
Name one item traded between the Macassans and Yolngu people.
✅ Trepang (sea cucumbers), cloth, tobacco, knives, rice
Name two major impacts of British arrival on Aboriginal people.
✅ Introduction of guns, spread of disease, loss of resources, loss of culture, poor treatment
Why did Missy J want to become a teacher?
To help build student confidence and resilience, teaching them life skills
What’s the difference between a natural and a man-made material? Give one example of each.
✅ Natural: found in nature (e.g. wood), Man-made: created by humans (e.g. plastic)
How does plastic impact landfill?
Threatens wildlife harming the animals and environment, contaminates the water
Explain one reason why the Macassans and Yolngu had a positive relationship.
✅ Respectful trade, worked together, didn’t steal from each other
What caused many Tasmanian Aboriginal deaths by 1828? A) Disease B) Martial law C) Conflict D) All of the above
✅ D) All of the above
What does Missy J do on a Friday evening?
Youth leader- bonding with teens, planning fun activities, praying for them, giving advice etc.