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 role of experiments in science? (1 Mark)
(i) To confuse people
(ii) To test guesses and find evidence
(iii) To entertain students
(iv) To prove all ideas wrong
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: Which of these is an example of science in nature? (1 Mark)
(a) A butterfly transforming from a caterpillar
(b) A car running on fuel
(c) A robot working in a factory
(d) A plane flying in the sky
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