Title: What do you know about 8th Grade Physical Science?
1What do you know about 8th Grade Physical Science?
- This power point quiz has ten questions and an
assessment page. - Click on the red arrow to start the quiz.
28th Grade Science
- This power point quiz will help you understand
what you will be learning in 8th grade science.
The power point will also help you understand
what you need for class and the class
expectations.
3What is Physical Science?
4Physical Science is.
Correct Answer!
- Physical Science is the study of both Chemistry
and Physics. In 8th grade you will study
Chemistry for about 3 marking periods and Physics
for about 1 marking period.
5What is Chemistry?
- The study of living organisms.
- The study of the stars and planets
6Chemistry is
Correct Answer!
- You will learn about the physical and chemical
properties of matter this year. You will also
learn about the atom, the Periodic Table and a
lot about the elements in the Periodic Table.
7What is Physics?
- The study of the metric system
- The study of motion and energy of matter
8Physics is
Correct Answer!
- You will learn the differences between speed,
velocity and acceleration. You will learn about
forces (like friction , gravity and elasticity).
You will learn a lot about the contributions of
Isaac Newton.
9What type of notebook do you need for Science
Class?
- Three ring binder with paper
- Spiral notebook/120 pages
- Interactive Marble composition/120 pages
10You will use an interactive notebook!
Correct Answer!
- You will need two marble composition books this
year one for the first half of the year and one
for the second half of the year. They will get
very fat, but will be a wonderful resource!
11What do you need to keep an interactive notebook?
- A pen, ruler and scissors
- A pencil, tape, colored pencils
- A pencil, stapler, and markers
12Tip Get a zip-loc bag!
Correct Answer!
- You will use tape to secure your handouts in your
notebook. You will use a pencil to take notes and
make reflections in your notebook. You will use
colored pencils to indicate what you have learned
and add color to your notes.
13What types of textbooks will you have?
- Properties of Matter lab book
- Physical Science Textbook
- Physical Science Textbook and a Properties of
Matter lab book.
14More information about question 6
Correct Answer!
- You will always have two resources for science
class a textbook and a lab book. You will be
able to keep both books at home and use a class
set in class. Do not loose these books you must
return them at the end of the year. Put your name
in both books.
15What major project will you have in 8th grade
Science?
- Design an experiment with three variables.
16More information about question 7
Correct Answer!
- In the third marking period you will create a
book about the elements. You will get a chance
to learn about the properties of many elements
and have fun at the same time.
17How much homework will you have in 8th grade
science?
- Usually M-Th, 10 30 minutes
- Every night an hour at least!
- Only on weekends plan on three hours
18More information about question 8
Correct Answer!
- You will have homework Monday through Thursday
nights. I try not to give homework on weekends,
but this is not an absolute. Homework usually
takes between 10 and 30 minutes.
19What is Mrs. Blakemores number one classroom
expectation?
- One person is speaking at a time.
20More information about question 9
Correct Answer!
- My class is based on mutual respect. We must
respect each others thoughts, belongings and
work. So that all can be heard only one person
can be speaking at a time!
21How can you have a successful 8th grade year in
Science?
- Listen, participate and do your work.
- Hand in homework and then fall asleep.
- Forget your homework at home and give the teacher
a great excuse.
22More information about question 10
Correct Answer!
- It really is very easy to succeed in science this
year. Listen, raise your hand, participate,
complete all homework and class work. Above all
else, remember to ask questions!
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