OHS Keystone Assessment
Biology
Module A
Testing Period 1
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Keystone Biology Benchmark Test 1 Module A
1.
Use the chart to determine the meaning of the term prokaryote.
Word Part
pro
karyon
eu
Meaning
before
nucleus or kernel
true
Select the BEST answer.
A.
B.
C.
D.
before cells with a true nucleus
cells with a nucleus before eukaryote cells
cells before or after with a true nucleus
before cells without a true nucleus
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.1.1
Description
Describe the characteristics of life shared by all prokaryotic and eukaryotic
organisms.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
2.
Which of these cells does NOT have a nucleus?
A.
B.
C.
D.
eukaryote
prokaryote
plant
animal
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.1.1
Description
Describe the characteristics of life shared by all prokaryotic and eukaryotic
organisms.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
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3.
Which statement BEST describes why the presence or absence of a cell wall IS NOT
criteria for classifying a cell as a prokaryote or eukaryote?
Cell walls:
A.
B.
C.
D.
are present in all eukaryotes, but not in prokaryotes
may be present in eukaryotes and prokaryotes
are present in all prokaryotes, but not in eukaryotes
are present in some eukaryotes, but not in prokaryotes
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.2.1
Description
Compare cellular structures and their functions in prokaryotic and eukaryotic
cells.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
4.
Four students observed cells from two different sources. The table below is a record of
each students observations.
Jose
Tommie
Delaney
Kisha
Cell A
Cell membrane present; no
cell wall present
Cell membrane present;
ribosomes present
Cell membrane present;
DNA concentrated in one
spot
Cell membrane present; no
nuclear membrane
Cell B
Cell membrane present;
cell wall present
Cell membrane present;
ribosomes present
Cell membrane present;
DNA enclosed in
membrane
Cell membrane present;
nuclear membrane present
Given the student observations above, the cells can be classified as:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cell A is an animal cell; Cell B is a plant cell
Cell A is a eukaryote; Cell B is a plant cell
Cell A is a plant cell; Cell B is an animal cell
Cell A is a prokaryote; Cell B is a eukaryote
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.2.1
Description
Compare cellular structures and their functions in prokaryotic and eukaryotic
cells
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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5.
An efficiency apartment is a one-room apartment. Special functions like eating, sleeping,
and entertaining all occur in the one room. A mansion is a large and complex living space
with many specialized rooms. Special functions like eating, sleeping, and entertaining
occur in separate rooms.
Choose the BEST answer.
A.
B.
C.
D.
eukaryote cells are like the apartment
eukaryote cells are like the mansion
eukaryote and prokaryote cells are not different except in age
eukaryote cells are like the apartment and prokaryote cells are like the mansion
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.1.1
Description
Describe the characteristics of life shared by all prokaryotic and eukaryotic
organisms.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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6.
Use the chart to select correct order Level of Biological Complexity.
Select the answer that is in the correct order of complexity.
A.
B.
C.
D.
DNA, heart, muscle cell
monkey, protein, brain
nerve cell, skin, water
stomach, digestive system, dog
Standard Code
BIO.A.1.2.2
Description
Describe and interpret relationships between structure and function at various
levels of biological organization (i.e., organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ
systems, and multicellular organisms)
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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7.
What property of water explains the paper clip in the picture?
A.
B.
C.
D.
adhesion
cohesion
density
metallic bonding
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.1.1
Description
Describe the unique properties of water and how these properties support life on
Earth (e.g., freezing point, high specific heat, cohesion).
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
8.
Water’s properties of adhesion and cohesion enable:
A.
B.
C.
D.
a lake to freeze from the top down
cells to dissolve other substances and thrive
capillary action which moves water up trees and plants
pollen, dust, water insects, and other biological materials to remain on the water’s
surface
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.1.1
Description
Describe the unique properties of water and how these properties support life on
Earth (e.g., freezing point, high specific heat, cohesion).
Correct Answer: C. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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9.
Chloroplasts harvest energy and transform it for use by the cell. Which statement
describes the process and energy transformation that occurs?
A.
B.
C.
D.
light to chemical energy
cellular respiration to light energy
water to carbon dioxide to oxygen
cellular respiration to light energy to chemical energy
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.1.1
Description
Describe the fundamental roles of plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) and mitochondria
in energy transformations.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
10.
Carbon is called the backbone of biological macromolecules. Which answer BEST
explains why carbon is the backbone?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Carbon is relatively small and takes electrons to form bonds with other substances.
Carbon can change shape and shares electrons to form bonds with four elements.
Carbon has a very strong polar charge to form secure bonds.
Carbon is a large atom that forms very large molecules.
Standard Code
Description
BIO.A.2.2.1
Explain how carbon is uniquely suited to form biological macromolecules.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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11.
Which type of carbohydrate is composed of monomers?
A.
B.
C.
D.
monosaccharides (single sugars) -- CH2O (glucose, fructose and galactose)
disaccharides (double sugars) -- C12H22O11 (maltose, sucrose and lactose)
polysaccharides (multiple sugars; poly means many) -- C6H10O5n (starch and fiber;
found in grain products, fruits and vegetables)
all of the above
Standard Code
Description
BIO.A.2.2.2
Describe how biological macromolecules form from monomers.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
12.
A monomer is to a polymer as a …?
A.
B.
C.
D.
polysaccharide is to a monosaccharide
lipid is to a carbohydrate
protein is to an amino acid
nucleotide to a nucleic acid
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.2.3
Description
Compare the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and
nucleic acids in organisms.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
13.
The students are unhappy with the food in the cafeteria. Many are complaining loudly
about the poor quality. William finds a spider in his spaghetti which escalates the
complaining into a food throwing riot.
Select the BEST answer using the scenario.
A.
B.
C.
D.
the spider was like an enzyme
the spaghetti was like a catalyst
the spider was like a monomer and the spaghetti like a polymer
adding protein (a spider) to spaghetti (a carbohydrate) is the same as a rapid
dehydration synthesis reaction
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.3.1
Description
Describe the role of an enzyme as a catalyst in regulating a specific biochemical
reaction.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
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14.
Use the graph to answer the question.
Choose the BEST statement.
A.
B.
C.
D.
the higher the pH the faster the enzyme reaction
faster enzyme reactions occur with lower pH
pH and the speed of an enzyme reaction are unrelated
a pH between 6 and 8 produces the fastest reaction rate
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.3.2
Description
Explain how factors such as pH, temperature, and concentration levels can affect
enzyme function.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
15.
The last repetitions of a weight lifting exercise are more difficult than the first few because
in the muscle cells…..
A.
B.
C.
D.
aerobic respiration providing ATPS and energy has switched to anaerobic respiration
providing lactic acid
anaerobic respiration providing ATPS and energy has switched to aerobic respiration
providing lactic acid
glycolysis providing ATPS and energy has switched to anaerobic respiration
providing lactic acid
glycolysis providing ATPS and energy has switched to aerobic respiration providing
lactic acid
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.1.1
Description
Describe the fundamental roles of plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) and mitochondria
in energy transformations.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
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16.
A biological process that occurs in both plants and animals is shown below.
Which row in the chart below identifies the lettered substances in this process?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Row 1
Row 2
Row 3
Row 4
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.2.1
Description
Compare the basic transformation of energy during photosynthesis and
cellular respiration.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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17.
The organelle shown is found in eukaryotic cells. The MAIN purpose of this organelle is
to:
A.
B.
C.
D.
break down sugars into ATP
make ATP from chemical energy
transform light energy to chemical energy
harvest chemical energy from thermal energy
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.1.1
Description
Describe the fundamental roles of plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) and mitochondria
in energy transformations.
Correct Answer: C. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
18.
Which of these BEST explains the difference between the way animals and plants
exchange gases with their environments?
Animals use:
A.
B.
C.
D.
only photosynthesis, while plants use both photosynthesis and respiration
only respiration, while plants use both photosynthesis and respiration
both photosynthesis and respiration, while plants use only respiration
both photosynthesis and respiration, while plants use only photosynthesis
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.2.1
Description
Compare the basic transformation of energy during photosynthesis and
cellular respiration.
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
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19.
Use the equation to select the BEST answer for a biochemical reaction.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Energy from ATP is used to make glucose.
ADP adds a high-energy bond to its structure.
ADP is metabolized to provide oxygen to a cell.
Energy is stored in the molecule ATP for future use.
Standard Code
Description
BIO.A.3.2.2
Describe the role of ATP in biochemical reactions.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
20.
Both photosynthesis and cellular respiration require all of the following EXCEPT:
A.
B.
C.
D.
chlorophyll
glucose
oxygen
water
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.1.1
Description
Describe the fundamental roles of plastids (e.g., chloroplasts) and mitochondria
in energy transformations.
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
21.
Which of the following structural and functional changes DID NOT occur as man evolved
from a four legged animal?
A.
B.
C.
D.
mouth parts evolved for speaking
hands evolved for use of tools
back muscles evolved to carry heavy objects
brain surface area evolved for problem solving
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Standard Code
BIO.A.1.2.2
Description
Describe and interpret relationships between structure and function at various
levels of biological organization (i.e., organelles, cells, tissues, organs, organ
systems, and multicellular organisms)
Correct Answer: C Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
22.
An artificial cell containing an aqueous solution of [0.02 M sucrose, 0.01 M glucose, and
0.06 M fructose] enclosed in a selectively permeable membrane has just been immersed in
a beaker containing a different aqueous solution [0.05 M sucrose, 0.03 M glucose, 0.01 M
fructose]
The membrane is permeable to water and to the simple sugars glucose and fructose, but is
completely impermeable to the disaccharide sucrose.
Which solute(s) will exhibit a net diffusion into the cell?
A.
glucose and fructose
B.
C.
D.
glucose and sucrose
fructose
glucose
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.2
Description
Compare the mechanisms that transport materials across the plasma
membrane (i.e., passive transport—diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion; and
active transport—pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Correct Answer: D Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
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23.
Which statement BEST describes the plasma membrane?
It is:
A.
B.
C.
D.
nonpermeable to proteins
freely permeable to all substances
nonpermeable to all substances
selectively permeable to certain substances
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.1
Description
Describe how the structure of the plasma membrane allows it to function as a
regulatory structure and/or protective barrier for a cell.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
24.
Which BEST describes the structure of a plasma membrane?
A.
B.
C.
D.
a layer of proteins on top of a layer of phospholipids
phospholipids sandwiched between two layers of proteins
enzyme sandwiched between two layers of phospholipids
proteins embedded within two layers of phospholipids
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.1
Description
Describe how the structure of the plasma membrane allows it to function as a
regulatory structure and/or protective barrier for a cell.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
25.
Active transport requires:
A.
B.
C.
D.
a concentration gradient
a hypertonic solution
energy
osmosis
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.2
Description
Compare the mechanisms that transport materials across the plasma membrane
(i.e., passive transport—diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion; and active
transport—pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Correct Answer: C. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
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26.
Chamber A contains 40% of the inert gas helium and chamber B contains 20% of the inert
gas helium. The chambers are connected by a tube the molecules are free to cross.
Which of the following will occur?
A.
B.
C.
D.
helium will move from chamber A to chamber B
the percent of helium in chamber A will increase
helium will remain concentrated in chamber A
all of the helium will move into chamber B
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.2
Description
Compare the mechanisms that transport materials across the plasma membrane
(i.e., passive transport—diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion; and active
transport—pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
27.
Which cell organelle synthesizes proteins?
A.
B.
C.
D.
lysosome
vacuoles
plasma membrane
rough endoplasmic reticulum
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.3
Description
Describe how membrane‐bound cellular organelles (e.g., endoplasmic
reticulum, Golgi apparatus) facilitate the transport of materials within a cell.
Correct Answer: D. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
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28.
Simple diffusion of molecules would occur most rapidly in which of the cells?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Cell X, because it has a smaller volume
Cell Y, because it has a larger surface area
Cell Y, because it can move around more quickly
Cell X, because it synthesizes proteins at a faster rate
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.2
Description
Compare the mechanisms that transport materials across the plasma membrane
(i.e., passive transport—diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion; and active
transport—pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
29.
The endoplasmic reticulum and the Golgi apparatus work together in the cell.
Select the BEST correct statement.
A.
B.
C.
D.
the endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus move materials through the cell
membrane
ribosomes are part of the smooth endoplasmic reticulum and they produce proteins
the Golgi apparatus modifies and packages proteins
both the endoplasmic reticulum and Golgi apparatus are the ATP energy producers of
the cell
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.3
Description
Describe how membrane‐bound cellular organelles (e.g., endoplasmic reticulum,
Golgi apparatus) facilitate the transport of materials within a cell.
Correct Answer: C. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
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30.
A homeostatic imbalance:
A.
B.
C.
D.
is a cause for most diseases
must be restored by the organism
exists when the organisms internal conditions are stable
only occurs when the organism’s positive feedback mechanisms are overwhelmed
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.2.1
Description
Explain how organisms maintain homeostasis (e.g., thermoregulation, water
regulation, oxygen regulation).
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 1
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
31.
What is an example of an activity that the human body would utilize in response to an
internally high temperature homeostatic imbalance?
A.
B.
C.
D.
hair erector muscles contracting
fluids secreted by the sweat glands
decrease breathing to increase oxygen consumption
shivering to release energy by muscle contraction
Standard Code
BIO.A.4.2.1
Description
Explain how organisms maintain homeostasis (e.g., thermoregulation, water
regulation, oxygen regulation).
Correct Answer: B. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s:
Understanding/Comprehension
32.
What is the OPPOSITE of dehydration synthesis?
A.
B.
C.
D.
large molecules are split with the addition of water
water is removed from smaller molecules to form lager ones
water is split to form oxygen and hydrogen gasses
glucose is converted into energy and nitrogen wastes
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.1.1
Description
Describe the unique properties of water and how these properties support life on
Earth (e.g., freezing point, high specific heat, cohesion).
Correct Answer: A. Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
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33.
Which of the following statements is TRUE of enzymes?
They are:
A.
B.
C.
D.
lipids that catalyze reactions by chemically reacting with components
simple sugars that catalyze reactions by chemically reacting with components
complex carbohydrates that catalyze reactions without chemically reacting
proteins that catalyze reactions without chemically reacting
Standard Code
BIO.A.2.3.1
Description
Describe the role of an enzyme as a catalyst in regulating a specific biochemical
reaction.
Correct Answer: D Webb’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Remembering/Knowledge
34.
Your teacher will provide you with instructions on where to answer this question.
A common garden pest is the slug. They are covered with slime and they eat vegetable
leaves. Gardeners will put salt on a slug if they see it in their garden.
What happens to the slug? Why does this happen?
Make sure you explain using the biological process and biological terminology.
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Standard Code
BIO.A.4.1.2
Correct Answer:
Solution
Description
Compare the mechanisms that transport materials across the plasma membrane
(i.e., passive transport—diffusion, osmosis, facilitated diffusion; and active
transport—pumps, endocytosis, exocytosis).
Web’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
Sample Answer
What happens to the slug – Dies and shrinks
Why - This is due to osmosis. The skin of the slug acts as a semi-permeable
membrane where there are different concentrations of salt and water on each
side. Remember that water will move from an area where there is more water to
an area where there is less water. The salt that you sprinkle on the slug mixes
with water in the slime on the outside of the slug to make a salty solution. In any
solution there is only so much room, so if there is a lot of salt, there is not a lot of
water. There is more water, less salt on the inside of the slug, so water leaves the
slug to mix with the salt outside the slug in order to equalize (or "more equalize")
the water on both sides of the membrane. There is a net loss of water from the
slug and it dehydrates to death.
Scoring Guide for Open-Ended Response Item
3 Points
The response demonstrates a thorough understanding of the scientific content, concepts,
and/or procedures required by the task(s).
The response provides a clear, complete, and correct response as required by the task(s). The
response may contain a minor blemish or omission in work or explanation that does not
detract from demonstrating a thorough understanding.
2 Points
The response demonstrates a partial understanding of the scientific content, concepts, and/or
procedures required by the task(s).
The response is somewhat correct with partial understanding of the required scientific
content, concepts, and/or procedures demonstrated and/or explained. The response may
contain some work that is incomplete or unclear.
1 Points
The response demonstrates a minimal understanding of the scientific content, concepts, and/or
procedures required by the task(s).
The response is somewhat correct with minimal understanding of the required scientific
content, concepts, and/or procedures demonstrated and/or explained. The response may
contain some work that is incomplete or unclear.
0 Points
The response is totally incorrect or irrelevant or contains insufficient information to
demonstrate comprehension.
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35.
Your teacher will provide you with instructions on where to answer this question.
The cycle diagram represents the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular
respiration.
What materials do box 1 and box 2 represent?
Explain the cycle diagram using the two types of energy transformation including the
efficiency of the cycle.
Make sure you explain using the biological process and biological terminology.
Standard Code
BIO.A.3.2.1
Correct Answer:
Solution
Description
Compare the basic transformation of energy during photosynthesis and cellular
respiration.
Web’s: DOK Level 2
Bloom’s: Analyzing/Analysis
Sample Answer
What materials do box 1 and box 2 represent? Box 1 - Oxygen, Box 2 Carbon Dioxide
Explain the cycle diagram - Photosynthesis is the energy process used by plants
and it produces oxygen, which is then used by animals as an element in cellular
respiration. The product of cellular respiration is carbon dioxide, which is used
by plants in photosynthesis. And the cycle continues indefinitely and is very
efficient each process producing what the other process needs.
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Scoring Guide for Open-Ended Response Item
3 Points
The response demonstrates a thorough understanding of the scientific content, concepts,
and/or procedures required by the task(s).
The response provides a clear, complete, and correct response as required by the task(s). The
response may contain a minor blemish or omission in work or explanation that does not
detract from demonstrating a thorough understanding.
2 Points
The response demonstrates a partial understanding of the scientific content, concepts, and/or
procedures required by the task(s).
The response is somewhat correct with partial understanding of the required scientific
content, concepts, and/or procedures demonstrated and/or explained. The response may
contain some work that is incomplete or unclear.
1 Points
The response demonstrates a minimal understanding of the scientific content, concepts, and/or
procedures required by the task(s).
The response is somewhat correct with minimal understanding of the required scientific
content, concepts, and/or procedures demonstrated and/or explained. The response may
contain some work that is incomplete or unclear.
0 Points
The response is totally incorrect or irrelevant or contains insufficient information to
demonstrate comprehension.
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