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Grade 5 · Science

Grade 5 Science diagnostic

15 questions on matter & forces, earth & space, biology & genetics and inquiry, plus 3 from Grade 4. Answer what you can, then check your answers to see which topics are secure and what to practise next.

15 questions4 topicsAbout 15 minutesSet 2 of 5

Skip a question if you do not know the answer. It is better than guessing, because it shows what to practise.

1Matter & forcesMatter and changes: which term fits this description? A change from liquid to solid.
2Matter & forcesWhich is a non-contact force example?
3Matter & forcesWhat is the change from liquid water to water vapour called?
4Earth & spaceRainfall on four days is 2, 0, 5 and 3 mm. Find the total rainfall in mm.
5Earth & spaceSpace and the solar system: which term fits this description? Earth's natural satellite.
6Earth & spaceEarth systems: which term fits this description? Earth's thin outermost solid rocky layer.
7Biology & geneticsEcosystems and interactions: which term fits this description? The population size an environment can sustain under particular conditions.
8Biology & geneticsTwo species depend on the same limited food. Which interaction can occur?
9Biology & geneticsEcosystems and interactions: which term fits this description? All interacting populations in an area.
10InquiryA pupil records plant height every morning. Which is the measured outcome?
11InquiryWhich instrument directly measures duration?
12InquiryDoes one trial prove a rule works in every condition?

From Grade 4

These questions check skills from the grade below, so gaps can be spotted early.

13Inquiry (Grade 4)There are 6 smooth stones and 4 rough stones in a sample. How many stones are in the sample?
14Living things (Grade 4)Living things and their needs: which term fits this description? A plant structure that commonly captures light for photosynthesis.
15Inquiry (Grade 4)Which sentence makes a prediction?