Thursday, April 21, 2011

Extra Credit

Be sure to do the practice tests as well. I will only accept the extra credit, if it is hand written.
Mr Crandell


Extra Credit questions:
Question #1: Which planet has the most moons? How many does it have?

Question #2: Why is Venus hotter than Mercury, if Mercury is closer to the Sun? How hot is it on Venus?

Question #3: List two reasons why Pluto is no longer considered a planet.

Question #4: What's the difference between a meteor, a meteorite, and a meteoroid?

Question #5: What is a comet? Where do we believe most comets originate?

Question #6: Why is our Sun considered a yellow Sun if it is sending white light?

Question #7: Does the Sun rotate? If so, how long does it take?

Question #8: What is the largest known asteroid called? Where is it located in our solar system?

Question #9: Is Saturn the only planet that has rings? If not, what others have rings around them? What are the rings made of?

Question #10: How come we always see the same side of our Moon?

Tuesday, April 19, 2011

Practice Tests over Break

Hey guys,
Since we will not being seeing each other over break, I wanted to give you an opportunity to practice for your DCAS test. Go to "Books used in Class" link to the right. Go to "Student Tools" and scroll down to "Test Practice". Select Delaware on the USA Map. Three categories will come up - Life science, Earth science, and Physical science. Each category has three practice tests. Do one each day to keep your brain fresh. have a nice break,
MR C