2nd Grade Science : The Changing Shape of Land and Water
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Example Question #1 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
In what way(s) can you represent the shapes and kinds of water in an area in a realistic way?
Take pictures of a swimming pool and describe it as a local lake
Draw a picture, create a map, or build a model
You cannot make a representation of the shape or kinds of water in an area
Create a fountain to display water in your home
Draw a picture, create a map, or build a model
Each body of water is unique and can be represented visually. The most reasonable and realistic ways to represent these bodies of water would be by drawing a picture, creating a map, or building a model. Using a model can bring in another level of detail by adding in actual water. A map and drawing will give readers a chance to see how the water is shaped and surrounded by land.
Example Question #2 : Use A Model To Represent The Shapes Of Water In An Area
Maps show where things are located, but you cannot map the shapes and kinds of water in an area.
True
False
False
This statement is untrue or false. Maps are a perfect way to show the shapes and kinds of water that are in an area. By mapping, a body of water, people can see the shape, size, depth, and how the surrounding land is shaped as well.
Example Question #2 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
Naomi's class is creating models to represent the shapes of water in different areas. She was assigned glaciers.
Which material would be the best to use to represent a glacier?
Steam
A glacier cannot be modeled
Ice cubes
Cup of water
Ice cubes
The best material to select would be the ice cubes. Glaciers are a solid made of frozen water like ice cubes. The ice cubes could be stacked or chipped into the shape of a specific glacier if needed.
Example Question #3 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
Patricia spent hours making a beautiful model of a local Canadian lake. It was complete with sand, grass, and was the same shape. She reread the instructions and realized it was supposed to be a model of the lake in winter!
What can Patricia do to her model to represent wintertime?
Put it in the freezer to turn the water to ice
There is no way to fix the project now
Add polar bears and penguins to the shore
Add waves, umbrellas, and beach chairs to the model
Put it in the freezer to turn the water to ice
Patricia needs to take her model from its current state to representing the wintertime. Patricia can put the model in the freezer to create ice instead of liquid water. In the winter, the lake could freeze over and become solid. These changes would make the lake appear to be in cold weather.
Example Question #4 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
What is a characteristic of Earth’s bodies of water?
They each have the same animals and plants in them.
They are all identical to each other.
They are all made of saltwater.
They are each unique and have their own shape.
They are each unique and have their own shape.
A characteristic of Earth's bodies of water is that they are all unique and have their own shape. No two bodies of water are the same. They are all shaped differently, have different plants and animals, varying depths, and are located across the globe.
Example Question #5 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
In what way(s) can you represent the shapes and kinds of water in an area in a realistic way?
All of the answer choices are correct
Make a model
Draw a picture
Create a map
All of the answer choices are correct
Each body of water is unique and can be represented visually. The most reasonable and realistic ways to represent these bodies of water would be by drawing a picture, creating a map, or building a model. Using a model can bring in another level of detail by adding in actual water. A map and drawing will give readers a chance to see how the water is shaped and surrounded by land. All of the listed answer choices would be good ways to represent bodies of water.
Example Question #5 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
Many people will model the shape of a body of water with a map. A map shows people where the water is and what it looks like from above.
False
True
True
Maps are a perfect way to show the shapes and kinds of water that are in an area. By mapping, a body of water, people can see the shape, size, depth, and how the surrounding land is shaped as well. Making a map is a clear way to demonstrate details about a body of water.
Example Question #6 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
Reba has to make a model of bodies of water in her area. Her teacher tells her she can pick one of the local lakes, ponds, or the ocean shore. She also gets modeling clay, water, and a tray. Which item should she choose to help her make her model accurate?
A photo of a family fishing
A detailed local map
A drawing a classmate created
A globe
A detailed local map
Maps are a perfect way to show the shapes and kinds of water that are in an area. By mapping, a body of water, people can see the shape, size, depth, and how the surrounding land is shaped as well. If the map is local and, detailed Reba can use this as a plan to follow when making the model.
Example Question #7 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
What is NOT a characteristic of ALL Earth’s bodies of water?
Their locations vary.
They are made of water.
They are very deep.
They are unique in shape and size.
They are very deep.
Not all of Earth's bodies of water are very deep. Some bodies of water, like a stream, can be very shallow. All bodies of water are indeed water, vary in location, and are unique in their size and shape.
Example Question #8 : The Changing Shape Of Land And Water
Amaya's class is creating models to represent the shapes of water in different areas. She was assigned to the ocean.
Which material(s) would be the best to use to represent an ocean?
A bowl, salt, sand, and water
Soda, water, leaves, and rocks
Water, leaves, a bowl, and rocks
A bowl, ice, rocks, and dirt
A bowl, salt, sand, and water
The best materials to select would be the bowl, salt, sand, and water. The ocean is a solid made of saltwater with sand on the shores and bottom. The container can be filled with sand on the bottom and mix the saltwater to form the liquid portion. This would best represent the ocean as a model.
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