Mr. Peterson, Science. The title is Exploring and Classifying Life. When you read the title, stop a second and think about what you think the chapter.

Mr. Peterson, Science

Science Textbook Scavenger Hunt

1. What is the title of chapter 1?

The title is Exploring and Classifying Life. When you read the title, stop a second and think about what you think the chapter is going to be about.

2. What will you learn about in Section 1?

You will learn to apply the scientific method to solve problems and how to measure.

3. State a reason why the concepts from Chapter 1, Section 2 are important.

All living things, including you, have many of the same traits.

4. What is the main topic presented in Section 2?

Living Things is the main topic of section 2. All of these things are good “prereading” strategies BEFORE you read a section.

5. How many reading checks are in section 1?

There are 3 reading checks in section 1. The reading checks are great AFTER you have read the section to check for understanding.

6. What is the Web address where you can find extra information?

The books web page is in7.msscience.com. The username is GR7IN05 and the password is D2trat7z. You can also use MrPetersonOnline.com.

7. What is the main heading above the sixth paragraph in Chapter 1, Section 2?

The heading is Living Things Use Energy.

It is helpful to know how the information is outlined.•Units• Chapters

• Sections• Headings

8. What is the subject integration mentioned in one of the margins of the chapter?

Social Studies is the subject integrated on page 17.

But what is integration?It is making connections. Integration is the creation of links between subjects.

9. List the new vocabulary words.

The new vocabulary words are organism, cell and homeostasis.

10. What is one of the warnings listed in the first Lab on page 27?

Do not put seeds into your mouth.

11. Where would you find a Self Check to be sure you understand a section?

I can find a summary and self checks at the end of each section.

 12. On what page are the Chapter Study Guide and Chapter Review for Chapter 1?

A study guide and chapter review can be found at the end of each chapter(page 31 – 33).

13. On what page is there a standard check within section 2 of Chapter 1?

These standards were found on page 16. These are great summary of what you will be expected to know.

14. What are two magazine resources that are used within this book?

15. Name one of the sections listed on the contents.

The section names are Science Skill Handbook, Extra Try at Home Labs, Technology Skill Handbook, Math Skill Handbook and Reference Handbooks.

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