Chapter 1 Study Guide
The test has 22-26 questions. They range from multiple choice, fill in the blanks, short
answer questions, and True/False Questions. You may use all your notes, book, and
assignments on the test.
1). Vocabulary Words (Many of these vocabulary words are from HW assignments too).
Section 1-1 from book.
Science
Observation
Data
Inference
Hypothesis
Section 1-2 from book.
Spontaneous Generation
Controlled Experiment
Manipulated Variable
Responding Variable
Section 1-3 from book.
Biology
Homeostasis
Sexual Reproduction
Asexual Reproduction
Metabolism
Stimulus
2). Knowing the vocabulary words will help you answer questions on test.
3). Go over the scientific method. Know the steps of the scientific method very well.
Many questions will be asked from the scientific method. Be able to design an
experiment using the scientific method.
4). Know a little bit about the experiments these following scientists do in lab: Redi,
Pasteur, Needham, Spallanzani. These may be found in the book.
5). Know the difference between qualitative and quantitative.
6). Go over notes, Review and HW assignments. The book may help you as well too.