Fossils resources

Students answer two multichoice questions giving explanations for their choice and two short answer questions.

Students are provided with a geological time scale which they use to interpret and answer a number of questions.

Students use diagrams of rock layers to answer questions concerning geological history, oldest layer, and to account for the presence of fossils.

Students use a diagram of a cutting showing exposed rock layers to answer questions about their formation, age, and geological history.

Students answer three multiple-choice questions about fossils and how they are formed.

Students view four sequential diagrams on fossilisation, and then write explanations about this process using the diagrams and their own knowledge.

Task: Students match parts of statements about how Joan Wiffen worked like a scientist, and identify what skills or experiences helped her find fossils. Assessment focus: interpreting information about how scientists work.

Students are provided with four diagrams of different types of fossils. Students are asked to explain the type of information each of these fossils could provide.