Name: Jessica Section: 1

Scientific Problem Solving Nature of Science Lessons 1 & 2 Tiered

Vocabulary and Informational Text Dependent Questions
Textbook Reference pgs. NOS 4 NOS 18

SWBAT:
Utilize the 7-steps strategy with key terms, and answer text dependent questions
using the textbook as a reference.

I: 7-Steps Strategy for Key Terms

I. Review the vocabulary for the new unit using this Quizlet link
https://quizlet.com/_2gz3xa

a. Select Flashcards.

Note: In Flashcards, select term first and be sure to follow this 7 steps
strategy:
Model: acceleration

1. Look at the term and make a mental note as to the way it is spelled.
2. Listen to the term and make a mental note as to how the term is pronounced.
3. Say the term 3 times out loud.
4. Think about how the term can be used in general without looking at the
definition. [For example, at school, home, and/or in everyday language, etc.]
Does it have multiple meanings?
5. Review the meaning of the term as it relates to the science content.
6. Visualize an image that best represents this term as it relates to its science
definition.
7. Continue to review the vocabulary to be able to use it in both oral and written
language.
2. Select Learn and type in the term for the definition provided.
3. Take the test [MC, matching, and T/F only] for all terms available.
Note: Screenshot the image of your name and score on Quizlet and insert it below.
II: Answering Text Dependent Questions for Lessons 1 & 2

Note: Read the text pages NOS 4 - NOS 18 and answer the Reading Summary
Questions for Lessons 1 & 2 in bold black.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 1: pgs. NOS 4 - NOS 11

1. What is science?
Science is the investigation and exploration of natural events and of the
new information that results from those investigations.

2. What is scientific inquiry?

Scientific inquiry is the process that uses a variety of skills and tools to
answer questions or to test ideas.

3. How is an observation different from an inference?

An observation is using your senses to to gather information and taking
note of what occurs, while an inference is a logical explanation of an
observation that is drawn from prior knowledge or experience.

4. How is a hypothesis different from a prediction?

A hypothesis is a possible explanation for an observation that can be
tested by scientific investigations, while a prediction is a statement of
what will happen next in a sequence of events.

5. How do scientists test their hypotheses?

Scientists test their hypothesis by designing an experiment, making a
model, gathering and evaluating evidence, and collecting data/record
observations.

6. How do scientists analyze their results?

Scientists analyze their results by graphing results, classifying
information, and making calculations.

7. What is a conclusion?
A conclusion is a summary of the information gained from testing a
hypothesis.

8. What are some benefits to communicating results?

By communicating results, scientists can make faster progress in their
own research, and it keeps scientific information accurate.

9. Can an unsupported hypothesis ever be valuable?

An unsupported hypothesis can be valuable because you gain valuable
information. You can also take the information you got, revise your
hypothesis, and test it again.

10. How are scientific theories and laws different?

A scientific theory is an explanation of observations or events that is
based on knowledge gained from observations and investigations while a
scientific law ia rule that describes a repeatable pattern in nature.

11. What are the results of scientific inquiry?

Results of scientific inquiry are new materials and technology, new objects
and events, and answers to questions.

Text Dependent Questions for Lesson 2: pgs. NOS 12 - NOS 18

1. What are three qualities of the metric [SI] system?

The three qualities of the metric [SI] system are SI base units, SI unit
prefixes, and converting among SI units.

2. Why did scientists create the International System of Units [SI] and why is it so
easy to convert between metric [SI] units?
Scientists created the International System of Units to make it easier for
scientists around the world to communicate their measurements. It is so
easy to convert between metric [SI] units because the system is based off
of multiples of ten. To convert, you either multiply or divide by ten.

3. How are precision and accuracy different?

Precision is a description of how similar or close repeated measurements
are to each other. Accuracy is a description of how close a measurement is
to an accepted value.

4. What is the advantage to using scientific notation?

The advantage to using scientific notation is being able to express really
large or small values in a short form.

5. Why is calculating percentage of error helpful?

Calculating percent of error is helpful because it can help you determine
the size of your experimental error.

6. What are five tools that scientists use and what is each one used for? [pgs. 16-
18]
1. Science Journal - A science journal is used to record observations, write
questions and hypotheses, collect data, and analyze the results of
scientific inquiry.
2. Balances - A balance is used to measure the mass of an object.
3. Glassware - Laboratory glassware is used to hold or measure the
volume of liquids.
4. Thermometers - A thermometer is used to measure the temperature of
substances.
5. Calculators - A hand-held calculator is used to make quick calculations
using your data.
6. Computers - A computer is used to collect, compile, and analyze data.