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7th Grade Environmental Science Quiz

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7th Grade Environmental Science Quiz

Environmental science illustration with Earth and recycling symbols

🌍 Part 1: Multiple Choice & True/False

Instructions: Choose the best answer for each question. Fill in the circle completely.

1. Which of these items can be recycled in most US communities?

A) Plastic water bottles

B) Pizza boxes with grease stains

C) Broken mirrors

D) Styrofoam containers

2. What is the main cause of acid rain?

A) Carbon dioxide from cars

B) Sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides from burning fossil fuels

C) Oxygen from plants

D) Water vapor from oceans

3. True or False: The greenhouse effect is entirely harmful to Earth.

True

False

4. Which layer of Earth is the thickest?

A) Crust

B) Mantle

C) Outer core

D) Inner core

🔄 Part 2: Matching Activity

Instructions: Match each recyclable item with its correct recycling category. Draw a line to connect them.

Aluminum can
Newspaper
Glass bottle
Milk jug
Cardboard box
Paper products
Metal recycling
Glass recycling
Plastic recycling
Paper products

✏️ Part 3: Short Answer Questions

Instructions: Answer each question in 2-3 complete sentences.

5. Explain how composting organic matter (like food scraps and yard waste) helps the environment.
6. Describe what happens during the greenhouse effect and explain why some greenhouse effect is necessary for life on Earth.
7. Name the four main layers of Earth from the outside to the center, and describe one characteristic of each layer.

🎯 Learning Objectives & Success Criteria

I can statements for this quiz:

• I can identify materials that can be recycled in my community

• I can explain how composting helps reduce waste and improve soil

• I can describe the causes and effects of acid rain

• I can explain the greenhouse effect and its importance to Earth

• I can name and describe the layers of Earth's structure

Success Criteria: You will demonstrate mastery by correctly answering 80% of questions and providing clear explanations in your short answer responses.

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