Mixed Life Science Objectives Study Guide

Name: ________________________ Date: _________________________ 5th Grade Science Study Guide MIXED LIFE SCIENCE OBJECTIVES Life cycles, Classification of Vertebrates, Inherited Traits, Learned Behavior Vocabulary to Know: Study Hint: Write out the definitions of these words on index cards (flash cards) or make a vocabulary flip book to help you study!  Use the definitions from the science textbook and information in your science binder to help. organism growth incomplete metamorphosis complete metamorphosis direct development germination gene(s) chromosomes

inherited trait dominant trait recessive trait instinct learned behavior vertebrate invertebrate mammals

bird reptile amphibian fish egg larva pupa

Things to think about: Study Hint: Write out the answers to each of these questions on notebook paper or on index cards. You can also draw pictures/diagrams on paper, and/or make your own Power Point slides, etc. to help you study. You should also review the study aides that we made in class. These should be in the Ziploc bag in your binder. Be sure to look the information up in the science book and in your science binder so that you can study the correct things for the test! 1. Name and describe the stages in the life cycles of the following organisms— starting at ANY point in the life cycle: Butterfly Frog Grasshopper Dog Flowering plant 2. List and describe the major characteristics of each class of vertebrates: What physical features do all mammals have in common? Birds? Amphibians? Reptiles? Fish?

3. Categorize organisms into one of 5 categories of vertebrates based on physical characteristics: EX: A “heffalump” is warm-blooded, has two wings, and is covered with feathers. What kind of vertebrate is a “heffelump?” Study hint: Make up your own riddles for family members and friends! 4. Identify common inherited traits in animals, including humans. a. EX: hair color, eye color, skin color, etc.—look for as many examples as you can find 5. Distinguish between inherited traits and learned behavior. What’s the difference? 6. Give examples of learned behavior in animals, including humans. a. EX: brushing your teeth, tying your shoes, language, using tools—list as many examples as you can find. **EXTRA CREDIT REQUIREMENT** STUDENT DECLARATION: I studied for at least 20 minutes every night for this test, using the recommended study hints and other study techniques that I know work well for me. Student signature

PARENT/GUARDIAN DECLARATION: My child studied for at least 20 minutes every night for this test. I affirm that I witnessed this study guide being used to help my child prepare for the science exam. Parent/Guardian Signature THIS STUDY GUIDE IS TO BE RETURNED TO SCHOOL ON TEST DAY (11/14/08). IT WILL BE COLLECTED PRIOR TO THE EXAM ADMINISTRATION.

Thank you for your hard work! 