MCAS Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS)MCQ 4

Question 1

Which of the following is an example of a physical change?

Accepted Answer

Ice melting

Answer

Ice melting is a physical change because water changes state but its chemical composition (H₂O) remains the same.

Question 2

What is 25% of 200?

Accepted Answer

50

Answer

25% of 200 = 0.25 × 200 = 50.

Question 3

In which region of Massachusetts is the city of Boston located?

Accepted Answer

Eastern Massachusetts

Answer

Boston is located in eastern Massachusetts along the Atlantic coast.

Question 4

A student reads: 'The author contrasts the protagonist's optimism with the antagonist's pessimism to highlight the theme of hope.' What does 'contrasts' mean in this context?

Accepted Answer

Shows differences between two things

Answer

To contrast means to show how two things are different from each other.

Question 5

Which of Newton's laws states that for every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction?

Accepted Answer

Third Law

Answer

Newton's Third Law states that every action force has an equal and opposite reaction force.

MCAS - Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System Test Practice Test

MCAS - Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System Test Practice Test

MCAS Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment System (MCAS)MCQ 4