4-ESS3-1 | Energy and Fuels: Natural Resources and the Environment · NYS standard · Grade 5 test questions
Obtain and combine information to describe that energy and fuels are derived from natural resources and their uses affect the environment.
Clarification statement: Examples of renewable energy resources could include wind, water behind dams, and sunlight; non-renewable energy resources are fossil fuels and fissile materials. Examples of environmental effects could include loss of habitat due to dams, loss of habitat due to surface mining, and air pollution from burning of fossil fuels.
Grade 5 Science Test Questions
Released New York State Grade 5 science test questions that assess 4-ESS3-1 are listed here by test and question cluster. Each link opens the question with its answer key.
| Exam | Cluster | Question |
|---|---|---|
| Spring 2026 Grade 5 Test | Natural Energy Resources | Question 33 |
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