Sure! I can help you create a unit test for a unit on Earth’s changing surface. Below is a sample test that covers various topics related to geology, erosion, plate tectonics, and other natural processes that shape the Earth's surface.
Earth’s Changing Surface Unit Test
Instructions: Answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for written responses.
Part A: Multiple Choice (1 point each)
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What process describes the gradual movement of soil and rock from one location to another? a) Weathering
b) Erosion
c) Deposition
d) Plate Tectonics -
Which layer of the Earth is composed mainly of solid rock and makes up the tectonic plates? a) Crust
b) Mantle
c) Outer core
d) Inner core -
Which type of plate boundary is characterized by plates sliding past each other? a) Convergent
b) Divergent
c) Transform
d) Subduction -
What is the primary driver of the hydrological cycle? a) Wind
b) Solar energy
c) Earth's rotation
d) Geological activity -
Which type of weathering involves the chemical breakdown of minerals? a) Physical weathering
b) Biological weathering
c) Chemical weathering
d) Mechanical weathering
Part B: Short Answer (3 points each)
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Explain the difference between weathering and erosion.
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Describe the process of sedimentation and its importance in shaping landforms.
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What are the three main types of rocks, and how does each type form (include examples)?
Part C: Essay (5 points each)
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Discuss how plate tectonics contribute to the formation of mountain ranges. Include examples of specific mountain ranges and the tectonic processes involved.
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Evaluate the impacts of human activity on natural processes that shape the Earth’s surface. Provide specific examples to support your argument.
Scoring Guide
- Part A: 5 points total
- Part B: 24 points total
- Part C: 10 points total
- Total Possible Points: 39
Feel free to modify any section or individual question to better fit the focus of your unit!