Earth and Light Makeup Test
Science Makeup Assessment
Earth & Physical Science Unit
Name:
Date:
- Interactive Response: Matching
No DOK 5.10.B [R]
(5.10B) A student wants to create a diagram explaining how sedimentary rocks form. Match the correct term to its description by writing the letter of the term in the box next to the matching "What Happens" description.
A. Weathering
B. Erosion
C. Deposition
D. Compaction
E. Cementation
| Process | What Happens |
|---|
| |
| Sediments are dropped or settled in a new location. | |
| |
| Layers of sediment are pressed together by the weight of layers above. |
|
| Rocks are broken down into smaller pieces called sediments. |
|
| Sediments are glued together by dissolved minerals. |
|
| Sediments are carried away to a new location by wind, water, or ice. |
- Selected Response
No DOK 5.10.A [S]
(5.10A) Sarah is studying the water cycle. She notices that even though it hasn't rained in weeks, the air feels very humid and "sticky." Which process in the water cycle is most likely responsible for adding water vapor to the air in her town?
A.
Condensation of water vapor to form low-hanging clouds.
B.
Evaporation of water from nearby lakes and soil caused by the Sun's energy.
C.
Precipitation falling as light mist during the early morning hours.
D.
Runoff flowing from higher elevations into the local drainage system.
- Selected Response
No DOK 5.10.B [R]
(5.10B) Which of the following conditions is required for the formation of fossil fuels like coal and oil, but is NOT typically required for the formation of regular sedimentary rock?
A.
The presence of water to transport particles.
B.
Pressure from overlying layers of rock and sediment.
C.
The burial of once-living organic matter in an oxygen-poor environment.
D.
Thousands of years of slow accumulation of mineral deposits.
- Selected Response
No DOK 4.11.A [S]
(4.11A) Which table correctly classifies natural resources as either renewable or non-renewable?
A.
| Renewable | Non-renewable |
|---|
| Solar Energy | Natural Gas |
| Wind Power | Coal |
B.
| Renewable | Non-renewable |
|---|
| Petroleum | Biofuels |
| Wind Power | Sunshine |
C.
| Renewable | Non-renewable |
|---|
| Coal | Lumber |
| Iron Ore | Water |
D.
| Renewable | Non-renewable |
|---|
| Natural Gas | Solar Energy |
| Propane | Wind Power |
- Selected Response
No DOK 4.11.A [S]
(4.11A) Many communities are switching to solar and wind energy. What are two advantages of using these renewable resources instead of fossil fuels? Select TWO correct answers.
A. They provide energy that is available 24 hours a day, regardless of weather conditions.
B. They produce very little to no air pollution compared to burning coal or oil.
C. They are resources that will not run out because they are naturally replenished.
D. They are much cheaper to install than any other type of power plant.
- Selected Response
No DOK 4.10.C [S]
(4.10C) Which table correctly classifies the statements as describing either weather or climate?
A.
| Weather | Climate |
|---|
| It rained 3 inches yesterday morning. | Desert areas are usually hot and dry. |
B.
| Weather | Climate |
|---|
| Average yearly snowfall is 20 inches. | A thunderstorm is expected at 4:00 PM. |
C.
| Weather | Climate |
|---|
| The humid tropical rainforest stays warm. | Today's high will reach 85 degrees. |
D.
| Weather | Climate |
|---|
| The wind is blowing from the North now. | Expect light drizzle throughout the afternoon. |
- Selected Response
No DOK 4.10.A [S]
(4.10A) A diagram of the water cycle is shown below.
Condensation
Stage X
Collection / Runoff
Evaporation
Which observation would most likely happen during **Stage X** of the water cycle?
A.
The Sun warms the ocean water until it turns into an invisible gas.
B.
Water vapor cools down and forms small droplets that look like clouds.
C.
Liquid or solid water falls from the clouds to the Earth's surface as rain or snow.
D.
Gravity pulls water through the soil to be stored deep underground.
- Selected Response
No DOK 5.6.A [R]
(5.6A) A student places a pencil in a half-filled glass of water. From the side, the pencil appears to be "broken" or bent where it enters the water. This phenomenon happens because light rays —
A.
bounce off the surface of the water (reflection).
B.
slow down and bend as they move from air into water (refraction).
C.
are blocked by the density of the water, creating a shadow (absorption).
D.
scatter in many different directions upon hitting the pencil.
- Interactive Response: Two-Part
No DOK 5.9.A [R]
This question has two parts. First, answer Part A. Then answer Part B.
Part A
(5.9A) A student observes a tall flagpole at 8:00 a.m. and notices the shadow is very long and points toward the West. Where is the Sun located in the sky at this time?
A. Low in the sky in the East
B. Directly overhead (Zenith)
C. Low in the sky in the West
D. High in the sky in the North
Part B
(5.9A) Which statement best explains why the shadow of the flagpole changes position and length throughout the day?
A. The Sun revolves around the Earth once every 24 hours.
B. The Moon moves between the Sun and the Earth, blocking the light.
C. The Earth rotates on its axis, changing the angle of sunlight hitting the pole.
D. The flag at the top of the pole blocks different amounts of light as it waves.
- Selected Response
No DOK 5.10.B [R]
(5.10B) Geologists found a large deposit of natural gas and oil trapped beneath a desert in West Texas. What does the presence of these fossil fuels tell us about the history of that specific area?
A.
The area has always been a hot, dry desert with very little life.
B.
Millions of years ago, the area was covered by a shallow ocean or swamp filled with organic life.
C.
Volcanic activity recently pushed liquid oil up from the Earth's core to the surface.
D.
The rocks in the area melted due to extreme heat and turned into gas.
- Constructed Response
No DOK 5.10.B [R]
(5.10B) A group of students wants to model the formation of sedimentary rock using everyday items. They use the following steps:
- They fill a clear plastic jar with layers of sand, pebbles, and potting soil.
- They pour a mixture of water and craft glue into the jar.
- They place a heavy brick on top of the contents and leave it for three days.
Identify TWO specific processes of sedimentary rock formation that the students are modeling in their experiment.
Explain which part of their experiment (the glue or the brick) represents each process and why.
Earth and Light Answer Key
Answer Key: Earth and Light
Teacher Resource • Science Makeup Assessment
Total Points 14 Points
| Item | TEKS | Correct Answer(s) | Points |
|---|
| 1 | 5.10.B | | |
- Deposition: C
- Compaction: D
- Weathering: A
- Cementation: E
- Erosion: B
| 1 Point |
| 2 | 5.10.A | B | 1 Point |
| 3 | 5.10.B | C | 1 Point |
| 4 | 4.11.A | A | 1 Point |
| 5 | 4.11.A | B and C
(Must select both for full credit in digital Aware; may vary by district policy)
| 2 Points |
| 6 | 4.10.C | A | 1 Point |
| 7 | 4.10.A | C | 1 Point |
| 8 | 5.6.A | B | 1 Point |
| 9 | 5.9.A | Part A: A
Part B: C | 2 Points |
| 10 | 5.10.B | B | 1 Point |
| 11 | 5.10.B | Cementation (Glue) and Compaction (Brick)
See Rubric below for scoring details.
| 2 Points |
Scoring Rubric for Constructed Response (Item 11)
2
Full Credit
The student correctly identifies compaction and cementation. They explain that the brick represents compaction because it provides pressure to squeeze layers together, and the glue represents cementation because it sticks the sediment particles together like minerals do in nature.
1
Partial Credit
The student correctly identifies at least one process (compaction or cementation) and links it to the correct experimental item (brick or glue). Or, the student identifies both processes but provides incomplete or slightly inaccurate explanations.
0
No Credit
The response is incorrect, irrelevant, or describes unrelated processes like weathering or erosion which were not the primary focus of the modeled actions (pouring glue and adding weight).
Teacher Facilitation Notes
- • Accommodations: For students with IEP/504 plans, consider reading the scenarios aloud and allowing verbal responses for the Constructed Response (Item 11).
- • Misconception Check: Pay close attention to Item 8. Students often confuse reflection (bouncing) with (bending). Ensure they understand that light passing through a medium (like water) causes refraction.
