Time: 1 hour
Maximum Marks: 30
Attempt all questions
Question numbers 1 to 5 carry 1 mark each.
Question numbers 6 to 8 carry 2 marks each.
Question numbers 9 to 11 carry 3 marks each.
Question numbers 12 & 13 carry 5 marks each.
Q1: What is the primary tool that science uses to explore and understand the world? (1 Mark)
(i) Experiments
(ii) Books
(iii) Memory
(iv) Guesswork
Q2: Science can be compared to which of the following activities? (1 Mark)
(i) Reading a story
(ii) Solving a jigsaw puzzle
(iii) Cooking food
(iv) Playing a game
Q3: Which of the following is an example of using the scientific method in daily life? (1 Mark)
(i) Deciding what to wear
(ii) Checking why a light bulb is not working
(iii) Choosing a favorite color
(iv) Tasting different dishes
Q4: What is the first step in the scientific method? (1 Mark)
(i) Testing the hypothesis
(ii) Observing something interesting
(iii) Analyzing results
(iv) Asking friends for help
Q5: What is essential for a good scientist? (1 Mark)
(i) Curiosity
(ii) Physical strength
(iii) Wealth
(iv) Popularity
Q6: What is the purpose of science? (2 Marks)
Q7: What is the scope of scientific exploration? (2 Marks)
Q8: Describe the process of scientific inquiry. (2 Marks)
Q9: Explain the scientific method using the example of a pen that stops writing. (3 Marks)
Q10: How can studying Science help in solving bigger problems and mysteries of the universe? (3 Marks)
Q11: What steps should one follow to find answers to scientific questions? (3 Marks)
Q12: Explain why science is compared to a jigsaw puzzle. (5 Marks)
Q13: Describe how science can help us understand the natural world, using examples from different environments (e.g., ocean, mountains, space). (5 Marks)
You can find the solutions of this Unit Test here: Unit Test (Solution): The Wonderful World of Science