Grade 3 Science Survey Test
Grade 3 Science Survey Test
Directions: Choose the BEST answer for each of the following questions. Write the
letter of the correct answer in the answer sheet.
2. Which of the following can be used to observe closely tiny creatures like ants and
plant parts like pollen or flower petals?
A. hand lens
B. hand span
C. kitchen tongs
D. toothpicks
3. You see dark clouds in the sky and say, “I think it will rain soon.”
Which science skill are you using?
A. Observing
B. Measuring
C. Predicting
D. Recording
A. A pillow
B. A wooden table
C. A sponge
D. A towel
5. What is the best way to throw away used paper, plastic, and glass?
7. Which part of the plant helps it take water and nutrients from the soil?
A. Leaves
B. Roots
C. Flowers
D. Fruits
8. Which of these shows how a plant and an animal depend on each other?
A. Toys
B. Air
C. Cars
D. Computers
11. What natural cause can make leaves move from one place to another?
A. Water in a river
B. Wind blowing
C. Sun shining
D. Rocks falling
14. What can you wear to protect your eyes from bright sunlight?
A. Sunglasses
B. A hat
C. Gloves
D. Shoes
19. How does the sun affect what people do during the day?
A. It helps people sleep
B. It gives light so people can work and play
C. It makes it snow
D. It tells people to go to bed
20. What can you apply to your skin to protect it from sunburn?
A. Lotion
B. Sunscreen
C. Soap
D. Paint