Creation of New Objects from Existing Objects - 2nd Grade Science
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Tabitha's teacher gave her five snapping cubes and told her to create at least ten different shapes using only those cubes. How is it possible to make so many different designs?
Tabitha's teacher gave her five snapping cubes and told her to create at least ten different shapes using only those cubes. How is it possible to make so many different designs?
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Tabitha's teacher has not given her an impossible task. This is something that can be done because larger objects can be broken down into smaller pieces and then be made into something new. Tabitha could take the cube apart and put the cubes back together in a different order, which would make something unique.
Tabitha's teacher has not given her an impossible task. This is something that can be done because larger objects can be broken down into smaller pieces and then be made into something new. Tabitha could take the cube apart and put the cubes back together in a different order, which would make something unique.
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Which photo represents whole objects being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new?
Which photo represents whole objects being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new?
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The photo that represents an object being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new is the pizza. The individual ingredients are added to make the entire pizza. Olives are cut up, tomatoes crushed, peppers cut, etc. to be added onto the crust and baked. This is an example of something new being created from the smaller pieces of objects being broken up.
The photo that represents an object being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new is the pizza. The individual ingredients are added to make the entire pizza. Olives are cut up, tomatoes crushed, peppers cut, etc. to be added onto the crust and baked. This is an example of something new being created from the smaller pieces of objects being broken up.
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A new object can be created using the pieces of something else.
A new object can be created using the pieces of something else.
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The statement presented in the question is true. You can take an object, break it into small pieces, and then put it back together to create something new. If you were to build a castle with blocks, you could knock it down and build something else instead. This is a simple example of making something new out of the pieces of something else.
The statement presented in the question is true. You can take an object, break it into small pieces, and then put it back together to create something new. If you were to build a castle with blocks, you could knock it down and build something else instead. This is a simple example of making something new out of the pieces of something else.
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Once an object has been disassembled it's parts are no longer usable.
Once an object has been disassembled it's parts are no longer usable.
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The statement presented in the question is false. You can take an object, break it into small pieces, and then put it back together to create something new. If you were to build a castle with blocks, you could knock it down and build something else instead. This is a simple example of making something new out of the pieces of something else.
The statement presented in the question is false. You can take an object, break it into small pieces, and then put it back together to create something new. If you were to build a castle with blocks, you could knock it down and build something else instead. This is a simple example of making something new out of the pieces of something else.
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What does the term disassemble mean? Example: I need to disassemble the tower I made of blocks so I can make a rocket ship instead.
What does the term disassemble mean? Example: I need to disassemble the tower I made of blocks so I can make a rocket ship instead.
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The term disassemble means to take something apart. In this case, the child is taking apart a tower that has already been built to make something new. Objects can be disassembled, and their parts use for other projects.
The term disassemble means to take something apart. In this case, the child is taking apart a tower that has already been built to make something new. Objects can be disassembled, and their parts use for other projects.
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Which of these photos shows something made of smaller pieces that have been put together?
Which of these photos shows something made of smaller pieces that have been put together?
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All of these photos show smaller pieces put together to make something new or larger. Bricks stacked to build a wall, blocks put together to create a tiger, and rings stacked into a cone are all pieces put together to make a whole.
All of these photos show smaller pieces put together to make something new or larger. Bricks stacked to build a wall, blocks put together to create a tiger, and rings stacked into a cone are all pieces put together to make a whole.
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Tabitha's teacher gave her ten snapping cubes and told her to create at least five different shapes using only those cubes. She says this is an easy task, but her partner Mindy says there is no way it can be done! Who is correct, and why?
Tabitha's teacher gave her ten snapping cubes and told her to create at least five different shapes using only those cubes. She says this is an easy task, but her partner Mindy says there is no way it can be done! Who is correct, and why?
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In this scenario, Tabitha is correct, and Mindy is wrong. Objects can be disassembled or broken apart to form new objects. In the case of the snap cubes, the pieces can be put back together to make a unique shape, or they can be formed into something new by changing their order.
In this scenario, Tabitha is correct, and Mindy is wrong. Objects can be disassembled or broken apart to form new objects. In the case of the snap cubes, the pieces can be put back together to make a unique shape, or they can be formed into something new by changing their order.
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Which photo represents whole objects being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new?
Which photo represents whole objects being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new?
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The photo that represents an object being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new is the salad. The individual ingredients are added to make the entire salad. Olives, tomatoes, and peppers are cut up, etc. to be added onto the bowl of lettuce. This is an example of something new being created from the smaller pieces of objects being broken up.
The photo that represents an object being broken down into smaller pieces to make something new is the salad. The individual ingredients are added to make the entire salad. Olives, tomatoes, and peppers are cut up, etc. to be added onto the bowl of lettuce. This is an example of something new being created from the smaller pieces of objects being broken up.
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Jessica cut up a large piece of paper and glued it to a poster board and made it into the shape of a robot. She added cut up tinfoil, broken beads, and small pieces of tile for decoration.
Which answer choice is an evidence-based statement about Jessica's project?
Jessica cut up a large piece of paper and glued it to a poster board and made it into the shape of a robot. She added cut up tinfoil, broken beads, and small pieces of tile for decoration.
Which answer choice is an evidence-based statement about Jessica's project?
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Jessica created a robot picture out of broken materials and pieces of something larger broken down into smaller bits. Some of the answer choices are personal opinion rather than evidence-based, and others are incorrect statements. "This is an example of creating something new out of the smaller pieces of a larger object." is a true and accurate statement and based on evidence from the information provided.
Jessica created a robot picture out of broken materials and pieces of something larger broken down into smaller bits. Some of the answer choices are personal opinion rather than evidence-based, and others are incorrect statements. "This is an example of creating something new out of the smaller pieces of a larger object." is a true and accurate statement and based on evidence from the information provided.
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Observe the photo below. Which answer choice is constructing an evidence-based statement based on observation?
Observe the photo below. Which answer choice is constructing an evidence-based statement based on observation?
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Creating an evidence-based statement or account means that no personal opinion or thought can be included, and it must be able to be supported by an investigation or experiment. The answer choice that is based on evidence and observation is, "Building blocks are individual pieces but can be put together and taken apart to make something new." This is something that could be tested and also has no personal thoughts or opinions included.
Creating an evidence-based statement or account means that no personal opinion or thought can be included, and it must be able to be supported by an investigation or experiment. The answer choice that is based on evidence and observation is, "Building blocks are individual pieces but can be put together and taken apart to make something new." This is something that could be tested and also has no personal thoughts or opinions included.
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Which statement is based on opinion instead of evidence?
Which statement is based on opinion instead of evidence?
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Personal opinion statements will include thoughts and feelings from the author. "Artists love to make mosaic pieces of artwork." is a statement that provides for individual ideas and makes a sweeping statement that "artists love to make mosaics." This is not something that can be proved scientifically and is just one person's opinion.
Personal opinion statements will include thoughts and feelings from the author. "Artists love to make mosaic pieces of artwork." is a statement that provides for individual ideas and makes a sweeping statement that "artists love to make mosaics." This is not something that can be proved scientifically and is just one person's opinion.
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The following statement is based on evidence. " I observed an artist ripping up a newspaper and dipping it into a mixture of liquids. She then laid it carefully around an inflated balloon and left it to harden. When she finished, she popped the balloon and peeled it off the newspaper. It left behind a solid bowl."
The following statement is based on evidence. " I observed an artist ripping up a newspaper and dipping it into a mixture of liquids. She then laid it carefully around an inflated balloon and left it to harden. When she finished, she popped the balloon and peeled it off the newspaper. It left behind a solid bowl."
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This statement is accurate and based on evidence. There is no personal opinion or description of the bowl besides scientific observation. Had the author included information like "the bowl was beautiful" or "the artist was very talented." then personal thoughts would be integrated and no longer allow this to be completely evidence-based on observation.
This statement is accurate and based on evidence. There is no personal opinion or description of the bowl besides scientific observation. Had the author included information like "the bowl was beautiful" or "the artist was very talented." then personal thoughts would be integrated and no longer allow this to be completely evidence-based on observation.
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Mike uses building blocks to make a racecar, track, and bleachers for viewers. He tears it down and decides to make a castle and drawbridge for his next creation.
Based on this information, Mike is breaking apart a whole object and using the pieces to make something new.
Mike uses building blocks to make a racecar, track, and bleachers for viewers. He tears it down and decides to make a castle and drawbridge for his next creation.
Based on this information, Mike is breaking apart a whole object and using the pieces to make something new.
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Mike is indeed using pieces of a whole to create something new. He has broken the racetrack, car, and bleachers up, and is using the same blocks to make a building. Disassembling something is possible to create something new.
Mike is indeed using pieces of a whole to create something new. He has broken the racetrack, car, and bleachers up, and is using the same blocks to make a building. Disassembling something is possible to create something new.
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Which observational data is based on evidence and NOT an opinion?
Which observational data is based on evidence and NOT an opinion?
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Observational data is information that can be collected with our five senses. It the account must be based on evidence, there should be data provided and no mention of personal thoughts, feelings, or opinions. "I saw Sawney go for a run every morning at 9:00 AM while I was out watering my plants in March." This statement using factual evidence and does not include personal opinion.
Observational data is information that can be collected with our five senses. It the account must be based on evidence, there should be data provided and no mention of personal thoughts, feelings, or opinions. "I saw Sawney go for a run every morning at 9:00 AM while I was out watering my plants in March." This statement using factual evidence and does not include personal opinion.
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Jessica cut up a large piece of paper and glued it to a poster board and made it into the shape of a robot. She added cut up tinfoil, broken beads, and small pieces of tile for decoration.
Which answer choice is an opinion-based statement about Jessica's project?
Jessica cut up a large piece of paper and glued it to a poster board and made it into the shape of a robot. She added cut up tinfoil, broken beads, and small pieces of tile for decoration.
Which answer choice is an opinion-based statement about Jessica's project?
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Jessica created a robot picture out of broken materials and pieces of something larger broken down into smaller bits. Some of the answer choices are evidence-based, while one is a personal opinion. "While cutting up the tinfoil, Jessica cut her finger, and it hurt very badly." includes a personal opinion. It may be factual that she cut her finger, but the degree of pain felt is an opinion and subjective for each person.
Jessica created a robot picture out of broken materials and pieces of something larger broken down into smaller bits. Some of the answer choices are evidence-based, while one is a personal opinion. "While cutting up the tinfoil, Jessica cut her finger, and it hurt very badly." includes a personal opinion. It may be factual that she cut her finger, but the degree of pain felt is an opinion and subjective for each person.
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Look at the photo below. Which answer choice is constructing an evidence-based statement based on observation?
Look at the photo below. Which answer choice is constructing an evidence-based statement based on observation?
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Creating an evidence-based statement or account means that no personal opinion or thought can be included, and it must be able to be supported by an investigation or experiment. The answer choice that is based on evidence and observation is, "There are blocks of many colors in this pile. They can be used to build many different things." This is something that could be tested and also has no personal thoughts or opinions included.
Creating an evidence-based statement or account means that no personal opinion or thought can be included, and it must be able to be supported by an investigation or experiment. The answer choice that is based on evidence and observation is, "There are blocks of many colors in this pile. They can be used to build many different things." This is something that could be tested and also has no personal thoughts or opinions included.
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Which statement is based on opinion instead of evidence?
Which statement is based on opinion instead of evidence?
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Personal opinion statements will include thoughts and feelings from the author. "Mosaic artwork looks best when made in greens like the piece in the photo." is a statement that talks about preferences and individual subjective thoughts. This is not something that can be proved scientifically and is just one person's opinion.
Personal opinion statements will include thoughts and feelings from the author. "Mosaic artwork looks best when made in greens like the piece in the photo." is a statement that talks about preferences and individual subjective thoughts. This is not something that can be proved scientifically and is just one person's opinion.
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The following statement is based on evidence. "Kaitlyn smashed colored tiles with a hammer and collected the broken pieces. She picked her favorite color tiles to make a portrait of her mother. She thinks this will be her best artwork ever and is excited to share it for Mother's Day."
The following statement is based on evidence. "Kaitlyn smashed colored tiles with a hammer and collected the broken pieces. She picked her favorite color tiles to make a portrait of her mother. She thinks this will be her best artwork ever and is excited to share it for Mother's Day."
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This statement is not based solely on evidence. There are personal thoughts and information included. Kaitlyn mentions her favorite color that this will be her best artwork, and her feelings about excitement; these are all opinions and not factual, evidence-based statements.
This statement is not based solely on evidence. There are personal thoughts and information included. Kaitlyn mentions her favorite color that this will be her best artwork, and her feelings about excitement; these are all opinions and not factual, evidence-based statements.
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Jackie says that she can take a piece of paper, cut it into tiny shapes, and put it back together again to make something new. Her friend Amanda said that isn't possible and once the paper has been cut it is ruined.
Who is correct and why?
Jackie says that she can take a piece of paper, cut it into tiny shapes, and put it back together again to make something new. Her friend Amanda said that isn't possible and once the paper has been cut it is ruined.
Who is correct and why?
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In this scenario, Jackie is correct, and Amanda is wrong. Objects can be disassembled or broken apart to form new objects. In the case of a piece of paper, it is much like a puzzle, the pieces can be put back together to reform the paper, or they can be formed into something new by changing their order.
In this scenario, Jackie is correct, and Amanda is wrong. Objects can be disassembled or broken apart to form new objects. In the case of a piece of paper, it is much like a puzzle, the pieces can be put back together to reform the paper, or they can be formed into something new by changing their order.
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Which of these photos is an example of disassembling something into small places to make something new?
Which of these photos is an example of disassembling something into small places to make something new?
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The photo of the mosaic artwork is a perfect example of making something new out of the small pieces of another object. Artists will take small pieces of tile, glass, or other materials and put them together to make a new creation. It is possible to disassemble something and create something new!
The photo of the mosaic artwork is a perfect example of making something new out of the small pieces of another object. Artists will take small pieces of tile, glass, or other materials and put them together to make a new creation. It is possible to disassemble something and create something new!
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