Activity 86 · Science
Government-Structure Match
Materials Branch, role, and responsibility cards.
What to describe
The Describer explains a system’s structure — the levels of an ecosystem, or the subsystems of a machine — so the Builder reconstructs the same hierarchy of parts.
Roles
How a round works
Make it harder or easier
Harder
Use only precise science vocabulary; one-way delivery, no questions allowed.
Easier
Allow a labeled diagram and yes/no clarifying questions.
Reflect
Skills
Standards & alignment
TEKS 2021 Science TEKS · Strand 1: Scientific & Engineering Practices — communicating information & using models (confirm grade code)
NGSS NGSS SEP-8: Obtaining, Evaluating & Communicating Information · SEP-2: Developing & Using Models