TEST NAME: Science EOG
TEST ID: 49805
GRADE: 05
SUBJECT: Life and Physical Sciences
TEST CATEGORY: My Classroom
Science EOG
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Student: Class:
Date:
1.
Which of the following states a difference between single­celled
organisms and multi­celled organisms?
A.
Single­celled organisms are dead while multi­celled organisms are
alive.
B.
Single­celled organisms do not have organs while multi­celled
organisms have organs.
C.
Multi­celled organisms are made up of cells performing the same
function while single­celled organisms are not.
2.
Which characteristic best describes both amoebas and bacteria? A.
abiotic
B.
multi­celled
C.
single­celled
3.
Which organism performs all life processes in one cell?
A.
grass
B.
bacteria
C.
butterfly
D.
mushroom
4.
How are multi­celled organisms different from single­celled organisms?
A.
Multi­celled organisms must reproduce.
B.
Multi­celled organisms must obtain energy.
C.
Multi­celled organisms have microscopic body structures.
D.
Multi­celled organisms have specialized cells to perform life
functions.
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5.
How are multi­celled and single­celled organisms different?
A.
Multi­celled organisms need energy to survive, while single­celled
organisms need no energy to survive.
B.
Single­celled organisms can be seen without using a microscope,
while multi­celled organisms are microscopic.
C.
Multi­celled organisms have large numbers of specialized cells to
perform a variety of life functions, while single­celled organisms
complete life functions with one cell.
D.
Single­celled organisms have large numbers of identical cells that all
perform the same function, while multi­celled organisms have cells
that are all different and perform different life functions.
6.
Which organism is single­celled?
A.
bacteria
B.
tree
C.
dog
7.
Which best describes a single­celled organism?
A.
an organism with one cell that uses other cells to survive
B.
an organism with many cells that work together to survive
C.
an organism with many cells that battle each other to survive
D.
an organism with one cell that performs all of its life processes
8.
Which is the best way to classify grasshoppers?
A.
Grasshoppers are multi­celled organisms because they are made up
of one cell that carries out all of their life processes.
B.
Grasshoppers are single­celled organisms because they are made up
of one cell that carries out all of their life processes.
C.
Grasshoppers are single­celled organisms because they are made up
of many cells that carry out all of their life processes.
D.
Grasshoppers are multi­celled organisms because they are made up
of many cells that carry out all of their life processes.
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9.
How are rabbits different from bacteria?
A.
Rabbits need only a single cell to complete all life functions while
bacteria need multiple cells to survive.
B.
Rabbits need multiple cells to complete all life functions while
bacteria only need a single cell to survive.
C.
Rabbits need multiple cells to complete all life functions while
bacteria do not need any cells to survive.
D.
Rabbits complete all life functions with one single cell while bacteria
do not need any cells to survive.
10.
An organism has several major body systems that work together to allow
the organism to survive. Which best describes this organism?
A.
It is a single­celled organism.
B.
It is a multi­celled organism.
C.
It is a simple organism.
11.
Which best describes a multi­celled organism?
A.
basic
B.
simple
C.
uniform
D.
complex
12.
What is the main purpose of single­celled organisms?
A.
to survive
B.
to reproduce
C.
to produce food for other organisms D.
to work with other single­celled organisms
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13.
Which best explains why both cats and humans are multicellular
organisms? A.
They get energy from many food sources.
B.
They get energy from a single food source.
C.
They need only one cell to meet their basic needs.
D.
They need many cells working together to meet their basic needs. 14.
How do bacteria control their life processes?
A.
Bacteria control their life processes within multi­cells.
B.
Bacteria control their life processes within a single cell.
C.
Bacteria work with other cells to control all their life processes. 15.
Why does a human require specialized cells to live?
A.
Specialized cells allow humans to adapt to changes in their
environment.
B.
Human bodies have systems that require cells with different
functions.
C.
Specialized cells allow for all life processes to occur in one cell.
D.
Human bodies are simple and require few cells.
16.
Which best explains how a single­celled organism can survive without
other cells? A.
They do not need any substance from outside of the cell.
B.
They are able to perform all necessary functions within one cell. C.
They do not need to perform more than one function to survive.
17.
Fish are multi­celled organisms with specialized cells. What would most
likely happen if their specialized cells did not function properly?
A.
The fish would decrease in size. B.
The fish would increase in size.
C.
The fish would die. Science EOG
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18.
Which best describes the main job of most cells in multicellular
organisms?
A.
Cells work to keep themselves alive.
B.
Cells work to keep the organism alive.
C.
Cells work to release needed materials.
D.
Cells work to store unneeded materials.
19.
Which organism is best classified as a single­celled organism?
A.
grasshopper
B.
pine needle
C.
bacteria
20.
Which best explains why humans are multicellular organisms?
A.
Human cells are too small to function alone.
B.
Human cells join together to form one large cell.
C.
Humans need many cells to carry out life processes.
D.
Humans have many systems that perform the same function.
21.
How are multicellular and unicellular organisms different?
A.
Multicellular organisms have more than one cell and are smaller than
unicellular organisms.
B.
Unicellular organisms have more than one cell and are larger than
multicellular organisms.
C.
Unicellular organisms have one cell and are smaller than multicellular
organisms.
D.
Multicellular organisms have one cell and are larger than unicellular
organisms.
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22.
In which way are multicellular organisms similar?
A.
All of their cells transport food.
B.
All of their cells have the same job.
C.
All have cells that work together to keep the organism alive.
D.
All have one cell that meets all the basic needs of the organism.
23.
Which organisms are capable of surviving as a single cell?
A.
bacteria B.
humans
C.
plants
24.
How is a plant different from bacteria?
A.
A plant is a multi­celled organism in which each cell performs
a specific function. Bacteria is a single­celled organism in which one
cell performs all functions.
B.
Bacteria is a multi­celled organism in which each cell performs a
specific function. A plant is a single­celled organism in which one cell
performs all functions.
C.
A plant is a multi­celled organism in which one cell performs all
functions. Bacteria is a single­celled organism in which each cell
performs a specific function.
D.
Bacteria is a multi­celled organism in which one cell performs all
functions. A plant is a single­celled organism in which each cell
performs a specific function.
25. Which of these is a structure that is present in all organisms?
A.
a tissue
B.
a cell
C.
a stomach
D.
a brain
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26.
Sue and Allie read about different kinds of organisms. They read about an
organism with a respiratory system, digestive system, skeletal system,
and muscular system. Which can Sue and Allie most likely conclude about
this organism?
A.
The organism is unicellular.
B.
This organism is microscopic.
C.
The organism is multicellular.
D.
The organism does not have any cells.
27.
Which best describes a single­celled organism?
A.
a small group of organisms
B.
a small organism with a variety of parts
C.
an organism that relies on other organisms to survive
D.
an organism that is able to carry out all its life processes
28.
Fungi and bacteria are both single­celled organisms. What do they most
likely have in common?
A.
Both fungi and bacteria are large organisms.
B.
Both fungi and bacteria can carry out all life functions in their one
cell.
C.
Both fungi and bacteria need sunlight and nutrients from the soil to
be able to grow.
D.
Both fungi and bacteria are highly specialized to do only one job so
they must work with other cells to obtain food.
29.
An organism can only be seen through a microscope. Which is most likely
true of that organism?
A.
It is a plant.
B.
It is an animal.
C.
It is multicellular.
D.
It is single­celled.
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30.
Mr. Cooper is teaching his students about cells. He gives the following
description of an organism:
This organism can only be seen through a microscope. In addition, it
does not depend on other cells to survive. It can independently perform
all of its major functions needed to survive. Which best describes this organism?
A.
It is a single­celled organism.
B.
It is a multi­celled organism.
C.
It is a complex organism.
31.
Charles is reading a book about bacteria. Which statement will Charles
most likely read in his book?
A.
Bacteria have one cell that performs many tasks.
B.
Bacteria have one cell that performs a single task.
C.
Bacteria have many cells and each performs many tasks.
D.
Bacteria have many cells and each performs a single task.
32.
Which is a difference between frogs and bacteria?
A.
Frogs are able to control all life processes in one cell, while bacteria
cannot.
B.
Frogs are single­celled organisms, while bacteria are multi­celled
organisms.
C.
Frogs are multi­celled organisms, while bacteria are single­celled
organisms.
D.
Frogs must rely on other single­celled organisms for survival, while
bacteria are dependent only on themselves.
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33.
Which best describes humans?
A.
Humans are made up of many cells and all cells combined carry out a
single life process. B.
Humans are made up of many cells and all cells combined carry out
life processes. C.
Humans are made up of one single cell that carries out a single life
process.
D.
Humans are made up of one single cell that carries out all life
processes.
34.
Which must a single­celled and a multi­celled organism both be able to
do?
A.
hunt
B.
mate
C.
get nutrients
D.
talk to each other
35.
How does an ant benefit from being a multicellular organism?
A.
Ants have one specialized cell that performs a variety of tasks
necessary for life.
B.
Ants perform a variety of tasks to be able to survive so they need
many specialized cells.
C.
Ants have one type of cell and this cell performs the same task to
help them survive.
D.
Ants are small organisms but depend on only two different types of
cells to help them survive.
36.
White­tailed deer have many body systems that work together to perform
the functions necessary for survival. Which best describes the white­
tailed deer?
A.
It is an organism with no cells.
B.
It is an organism with many cells.
C.
It is an organism with only one cell.
D.
It is an organism with only two cells.
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37.
Max is comparing the characteristics of different types of organisms.
Which best describes a difference between insects and bacteria?
A.
Insects are made of one cell, while bacteria are made of many cells.
B.
Bacteria are made of one cell, while insects are made of many cells.
C.
Insects require energy to perform life functions while bacteria do not.
D.
Bacteria require energy to perform life functions while insects do not.
38.
How are single­celled organisms and multi­celled organisms similar?
A.
Both need food for energy and growth.
B.
Both have a skeletal system for support.
C.
Both require the interaction of many cells to survive.
D.
Both are able to carry out all life functions in only one cell.
39.
Which is a characteristic of bacteria?
A.
large in size
B.
able to survive as a single cell
C.
found only in one particular environment
D.
made up of many different cells working together
40.
Which is a multi­cellular organism?
A.
algae
B.
cricket C.
bacteria
41. When a thin slice from an onion is viewed through a microscope, lots of little box­like shapes are seen.
These shapes are most likely
A.
atoms.
B.
dust.
C.
cells.
D.
bubbles.
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42.
Which best describes a function of both multi­celled and single­celled
organisms? A.
to create specialized tissues
B.
to rely on specialized cells to complete certain tasks
C.
to obtain energy from nutrients to maintain life and growth
43.
Which best describes how single­celled and multicellular organisms are
similar?
A.
Both require energy to survive.
B.
Both require fresh water to survive.
C.
Both require direct sunlight to survive.
D.
Both rely on many other cells to survive.
44.
Which is an example of a single­celled organism?
A.
acorn
B.
amoeba
C.
honey bee
45.
Which statement describes the cellular make­up of a deer?
A.
Deer are made of one cell that carries out one life process.
B.
Deer are made of one cell that carries out all different life processes.
C.
Deer are made of many cells that are specialized to carry out
different life processes.
46.
How is it possible for single­celled organisms to survive?
A.
They are small and can easily avoid predators.
B.
They have all of their needs met within one cell.
C.
They have adapted to live only in specific environments.
D.
They depend on other cells to obtain food, water, and other
resources.
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47.
Which best explains why animals need many cells?
A.
to produce their own food
B.
to remove waste materials
C.
to perform all the functions necessary for life
D.
to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen
48.
Molly is reading a book in science class. She reads one sentence that
says, “This organism is capable of surviving as a single cell.” Which
organism is she most likely reading about?
A.
a mushroom
B.
a bacteria
C.
an insect
D.
a flower
49.
Bacteria often live inside the body of a living host, such as a dog. Which
best describes how bacteria carry out the processes necessary for
survival?
A.
Bacteria borrow cells from the host to carry out life processes.
B.
Bacteria use their many different cells to carry out life processes.
C.
Bacteria are made up of one cell which is responsible for carrying out
all life processes.
D.
Bacteria use their many different cells as well as cells from the host
to carry out life processes.
50.
How are algae able to survive?
A.
The algae get energy from other algae.
B.
The algae do not require energy to survive.
C.
The single cell controls all the algae’s life processes.
D.
Other multi­celled organisms provide food for the algae. Science EOG
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51.
Which best describes a snake?
A.
A snake is made up of one cell that carries out one life process at a
time.
B.
A snake is made up of many cells that carry out one life process at a
time.
C.
A snake is made up of one cell that carries out many different life
processes when needed.
D.
A snake is made up of many cells that carry out many different life
processes when needed.
52.
Which best explains why amoeba are able to survive without specialized
cells?
A.
Amoeba are able to survive with the help of specialized cells.
B.
Amoeba are able to survive with the help of other organisms.
C.
Amoeba are able to survive because they carry out all life functions.
53.
Why do humans require many different types of cells to survive?
A.
Human cells are identical and work together to perform the same
function.
B.
Human cells are specialized and work together to perform the same
function.
C.
Human cells are identical and work independently to perform different
functions.
D.
Human cells are specialized and work independently to perform
different functions.
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54.
Which best describes a difference between single­celled organisms and
multicellular organisms?
A.
Single­celled organisms are simple, while multicellular organisms are
complex.
B.
Single­celled organisms have many functions, while multicellular
organisms have one function.
C.
Single­celled organisms can live without water, while multicellular
organisms cannot live without water.
D.
Single­celled organisms can only be found in one specific
environment, while multicellular organisms can be found anywhere on
Earth.
55.
Which statement would most likely be found in an article about multi­
celled organisms like plants?
A.
Plants have a simple structure.
B.
Plants contain only one cell that performs all functions.
C.
Plants do not need to eat, remove waste, or reproduce.
D.
Plants contain many specialized cells that perform different functions.
56. A unicellular organism is best described as being
A.
a complex organism.
B.
a microorganism.
C.
an organism with specialized cells.
D.
an organism with different types of tissues.
57.
Which is an example of a single­celled organism?
A.
fish
B.
tree
C.
fungi
D.
human
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58.
In what way are both humans and bacteria the same?
A.
Both are living things.
B.
Both are non­living things.
C.
Both are multicellular organisms.
D.
Both are single­celled organisms.
59.
Which best describes a function of survival that single­celled organisms
cannot perform?
A.
reproduction of cells
B.
obtaining nutrients for energy
C.
specialization and division of labor 60.
Which is an example of multi­celled organisms?
A.
amoeba
B.
bacteria
C.
crickets
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