Table 1.

Example questions from the learning (memory and transfer) tests.

Test	Example questions
Fill-in-the-Blank	The minerals in rock can change into other kinds of minerals as a result of very high heat or ____________. Intrusive rock has a ____________ texture. Clastic rocks are composed of shale and ____________.
True–false	Organic Rocks are composed of the remains of plants and animals. TRUE FALSE Breccia rocks have rounded edges. TRUE FALSE
Transfer	Statues, fortresses, bridges, and large public buildings are made up of shiny rocks. Based on what we learned about the texture of different types of rocks, which one is most appropriate for building these structures? Igneous rock Sedimentary rock Metamorphic rock Why did you make this choice? (please use complete sentences)