Term 2 review
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1
Choose an animal. Write one inherited trait and one adaptation.
Answers differ. For example: a camel – long eyelashes; a fat hump.
2
Name two primary sources and two secondary sources about the past.
Answers differ. Primary: an old photo, a coin. Secondary: a school book, an encyclopedia.
3
A pendulum with a 30 cm string swings 14 times in 15 seconds. Predict what happens with a 15 cm string, and explain.
More than 14 swings. A shorter string swings faster.
4
A farmer needs a better door for a hen house. Write the six design steps and one idea for the door.
Answers differ. Steps: ask, imagine, plan, build, test, improve.
5
Write a three-sentence public service message about washing hands.
Answers differ. Check that it is clear, has a true fact and is caring.