8 questions with a Ocean Animals theme plus a full answer key. Perfect for Grade 5 Science.
⬇ Download WorksheetStudents will be able to explain how gravity pulls objects toward Earth and affects the motion of ocean animals and objects underwater.
Before Q6, ask students to predict whether a sea turtle or a rock would sink faster and why — this primes the gravity-versus-buoyancy reasoning the question tests.
- Zoe is a deep-sea scientist. She drops a special ocean pearl into the water. The pearl sinks straight to the seafloor. What force pulls the pearl downward? Circle the correct answer: (A) magnetism (B) gravity (C) wind (D) friction
- True or False: Zoe finds a rare sea-glass gem on the ocean floor. Gravity pulls the gem toward Earth's center. True or False?
- Zoe watches a sea turtle swimming upward. Gravity pulls the turtle down. The turtle's flippers push it up. What would happen if the turtle stopped swimming? Use the word gravity in your answer.
...plus 5 more questions in the full worksheet
Instructions: Read each question carefully and write your answer in full sentences. Use science words like gravity, force, weight, and mass in your answers.
Standard: NGSS.5-PS2-1
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About this Science worksheet for Grade 5
This printable Science worksheet is designed for Grade 5 students and covers Gravity. The Ocean Animals theme keeps kids engaged while they practice essential Science skills. Every worksheet includes a full answer key making it easy for parents and teachers to check work instantly. Aligned to Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for Grade 5 Science. Print-ready at US Letter size. No login required — download and print in seconds.
Last updated: April 2026
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