Ages 5–7🔬 ScienceBeing planted

Living Things Vocabulary

Name and use vocabulary for what makes something living — alive, dead, never been alive, movement, nutrition, growth, reproduction, sensitivity, excretion — and apply these terms when classifying objects and explaining why plants and anima…

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Question 1 of 3

Sam has two identical bean plants. He gives each plant the same amount of water every day and uses the same type of soil for both. Plant A sits on a windowsill and receives sunlight all day. Plant B is placed inside a dark closet and receives no sunlight. After one week, which statement best explains why Plant A is likely to be taller than Plant B?

Question 2 of 3

A seed is planted in the soil. Which part of the plant will grow underground to hold the plant in place?

Question 3 of 3

Which part of a living thing helps a plant stay in the ground?

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