Test "Sciences and Scientists" (9th Grade)

Test: Sciences and Scientists (9th Grade)

Name______________________________________________

Date_______________________________________________

I. Reading (Читання)

Read the text and answer the questions.

Science that Changes the World
Science is a system of knowledge about the universe. It is divided into different branches like biology, chemistry, physics, and social sciences. In the 21st century, the focus has shifted towards biotechnology and Artificial Intelligence (AI).

One of the most famous modern scientists was Stephen Hawking. Despite his physical condition, he made breakthrough discoveries in cosmology and quantum gravity. Today, scientists continue his work, trying to find a "Theory of Everything". Science doesn't just happen in labs; it affects our daily life through smartphones, medicine, and green energy.

Questions:

1. What are the main branches of science mentioned in the text?

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2. What is the main focus of science in the 21st century?

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3. Who was Stephen Hawking and what did he study?

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4. How does science affect our daily lives?

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II. Vocabulary Match (Словникова робота)

Match the scientist with the field of study:

1. Biologist —                                 a) studies stars, planets, and the universe.
2. Chemist —                                   b) studies living organisms and plants.
3. Physicist —                                 c) studies substances and how they react with   each other.
4. Astronomer —                             d) studies matter, energy, and forces of nature.

III. Speaking (Говоріння)

Discuss the following questions or prepare a short monologue (1-2 minutes):

1. Which branch of science do you find the most interesting? Why?
   (Useful phrases: I am interested in..., It’s fascinating because..., It helps us to understand...)
2. If you could meet any famous scientist (from the past or present), who would it be?
   (Useful phrases: I would like to meet..., I would ask him/her about..., His/her discovery changed...)
3. In your opinion, what is the most important invention of the last 50 years?
   (Useful phrases: To my mind..., I believe that..., Without this invention, we couldn't...)

IV. Test: Multiple Choice (Тест: Вибір правильної відповіді)

1. A person who studies the human mind and behavior is a...
   a) Archaeologist
   b) Psychologist
   c) Geologist
2. Marie Curie is famous for her research on...
   a) Electricity
   b) Radioactivity
   c) Evolution
3. The study of the Earth’s structure and rocks is called...
   a) Ecology
   b) Geography
   c) Geology
4. Who developed the theory of relativity?
   a) Isaac Newton
   b) Albert Einstein
   c) Charles Darwin

Keys (Відповіді для самоперевірки):

• Reading: 1. Biology, chemistry, physics, social sciences. 2. Biotechnology and AI. 3. A scientist who studied cosmology and quantum gravity. 4. Through medicine, smartphones, and energy.
• Matching: 1-b, 2-c, 3-d, 4-a.
• Test: 1-b, 2-b, 3-c, 4-b.