Math Unit 1+2
Science Season 1
Classroom Expectations
Middle School Success
Random Mr. Maher Choice Trivia
100
What shape is this? Bonus multiplier for each correct name
polygon, quadrilateral, parallelogram, rectangle, rhombus, square
100
This is the smallest and most basic unit of life
the cell
100
Where do you need to be to be marked "on time" before the bell rings?
In your assigned seat
100
What is the easiest way to be successful in class?
Be present and on time as much as possible... Show up! Mentally and physically!
100
How many years has it been since the release of the original Playstation
30 years
200
What is the area of this shape?
20 cm2
200
What does all life have in common (besides cells)? Multiplier for each correct answer.
reproduces, grows/develops, maintains homeostasis, responds to the environment, takes and uses energy, removes waste
200
How often do you have math HW?
After every math class (except after a quiz/test)
200
How long should it take any middle schooler to go to the bathroom?
5 mins the latest... any longer and support staff may be looking for you
200
How long is one complete orbital revolution for Earth around the Sun?
1 year or 365.25 days
300
What is the area of this shape?
6 units2
300
What organelles does a plant cell have that an animal cell does not have? Multiplier bonus
cell wall, chloroplasts, large vacuole
300
What is one reason you might not be able to go to the bathroom?
You are late to class, you already left the classroom, someone is already out, first ten/last ten, I am in the middle of instruction, or you have not completed your work*
300
Is it ever ok to run in the classroom? (besides PE or classes on the yard)
No... even in emergencies, running is sometimes the worst option
300
What is Wolverine's real name?
James Howlett (Logan was a name he gave himself after losing his memories in the Weapon X program)
400
Every table needs 2 flowers for a lab. There are 14 tables and 2 classes. How many flowers does Mr. Maher need to get?
2/1 = 28/14 = 56/28... 56 flowers are needed
400
A bunch of cells working together is _______, a group of those is an _______, a group of that is _____ , and one living thing is an ____________. (+100 for each correct answer)
tissue, organ, organ system, organism
400
How do you earn 100% on classwork in Science class?
Complete missions/assignments to earn enough STARs to hit the target (or similar answers)
400
How many hours of sleep should a Middle Schooler have every night?
9-10 hours
400
What causes the Season's on Earth? (Bonus: What is the longest night called?)
The tilt of the Earth (Winter Solstice)
500
Yes... 70/14 = 5/1 and 75/15 = 5/1
500
This organ system responds to the nervous system and is responsible for moving your body and thing inside the body. Bonus x2 if you can tell me the three different types of organ tissues in this system
muscular system (skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, and cardiac muscles)
500
What should you bring/have for every class? +100 for every correct answer
a backpack/bookbag, a pencil, a CHARGED laptop, math workbook, a book to read, and more
500
What does your brain and body need everyday (besides sleep) to do the work needed to be successful in middle school?
Healthy food and plenty of water
500
What is Mr. Maher's favorite quote about education and long term success?
Anything worth having is worth working for