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MTEL Earth Science Test

The Earth Science MTEL^® test has four content subtests: scientific inquiry, astronomy, meteorology and geology and oceanography. The candidate is also tested on the ability to apply knowledge and understanding of the subject matter by writing an essay and/or short answer that evaluates and analyzes a subarea of earth science. There are 76 to 84 multiple choice questions covering the content subareas and two open response questions relevant to the understanding and application of the content.

MTEL Earth Science Test Practice Questions

1. Which step is not part of the scientific method?

1. Question posed
2. Research done
3. Earlier tests ignored
4. Analysis

2. The stability of the environment is determined by:

1. Size of the population
2. Number of species
3. Productivity
4. All of the above

3. Which human activity does not harm the environment?

1. Conservation
2. Ignore other species
3. Pollute the air and water
4. Misuse natural resources

4. Which of the following is not part of the study of astronomy?

1. Evolution of celestial objects
2. Origins of the universe
3. Variety of species
4. Structure of the planets

5. Which of the following is not a basic principle of the earth sciences?

1. Lithosphere
2. Hemisphere
3. Hydrosphere
4. Atmosphere

Answer Key | MTEL Earth Science Test Breakdown