The EOC tests include both multiplechoice and constructed-response items. The multiple choice will be administered in two, 45-minute sessions. Each section has 35-38 multiple-choice items. You will complete this on the computer. The constructed-response session will consist of 3 questions and will be administered in one, 45 minute session.
The EOC test will count for 10% of your final grade.
WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW?
Biology Processes (10-20% of MC questions) Demonstrate knowledge of inquiry techniques (scientific method) Use mathematics and measurement (estimate, average, metric system) Use graphical and mathematical models (create graphs using independent and dependent variables) Identify criteria necessary for an organism to be classified as living Define biological organization levels (cell, tissue, organ, )
Biochemistry; Cell (20-35% of MC questions) Describe atomic structure and ions Describe types of bonding between atoms Describe the structure of organic and inorganic compounds (macromolecules), enzymes, and ATP Explain properties of water Describe ph of a solution Identify cell types (red blood cell, bone cell, nerve cell ) Describe functions of cellular organelles (mitochondria, ribosomes, ER ) Describe movement of substances into and out of cells (endocytosis, exocytosis, diffusion, osmosis) Describe cellular respiration (glycolysis, krebs, ETC..) Describe cell division and mitosis
Genetics; Evolution (25-40% of MC questions) Describe basic structures (building blocks) and functions of DNA, RNA, and proteins Describe meiosis Use correct terminology when working with genetic crosses (allele, genotype, phenotype, hybrid, homozygous, heterozygous ) Define evolution and theory of natural selection Identify requirements to be a species Explain evidence of shared evolutionary relationships between organisms (homologous structures, amino acid sequences, )
Animal/Plant Systems and Ecology (25-40% of MC questions) Describe types of animal and plant cells and tissues Describe photosynthesis Identify taxonomic levels of organism classification (Kingdom, Phylum ) Explain binomial nomenclature Define ecological levels of organization (biosphere, biome, ) Describe influence of biotic and abiotic factors on biome type Describe energy flow through ecosystems using food webs, food chains and pyramids Describe population growth patterns and carrying capacity Explain ecological succession
Recall or recognize information, such as a fact, term, or property Represent in words or diagrams a scientific concept or relationship Provide or recognize a standard scientific representation for a simple phenomenon
A multicellular organism that obtains food by absorbing nutrients from the soil is most likely a member of what kingdom? A Fungi B Animalia C Plantae D Protista
Specify and explain the relationship between facts, terms, properties, or variables Describe and explain examples of science concepts Select a procedure according to specified criteria and perform it Formulate a routine problem given data and conditions Organize, represent, and interpret data
Which of these represents the most likely way energy would be transferred within an aquatic ecosystem which contains algae, water fleas, frogs, fish, and sun? A. Algae è frogè sunè water fleaè fish B. Sunè algaeè water fleaè frogè fish C. Fishè frogè algaeè water fleaè sun D. Sunè water fleaè algaeè fishè frog
Identify research questions and design investigations for a scientific problem Solve nonroutine problems using multiple concepts Develop a scientific model for a complex situation Form conclusions from experimental data or observations Interpret information from complex graphs Cite evidence and develop logical arguments Explain phenomena in terms of concepts
A response at this level ; q 4 provides evidence of thorough knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. q 3 provides evidence of competent knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. q 2 provides evidence of a basic knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. q 1 provides evidence of minimal knowledge and understanding of the subject matter. q 0 is not scorable. The response is off-topic, blank, hostile, or otherwise not scorable.
Draft alignment document: http://www.education.ky.gov/kde/instructional+resources/high +School/Science/Biology+EOC+Alignment.htm
Sean Elkins Science Consultant Kentucky Department of Education Phone 502-564-2106 sean.elkins@education.ky.gov