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10th Grade Trivia Questions: Syllabus Knowledge Check

Quick, free 10th grade quiz to test your knowledge. Instant results.

Editorial: Review CompletedCreated By: Channel Koay MoeUpdated Aug 28, 2025
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This 10th grade trivia quiz helps you check your syllabus knowledge across math, science, literature, and more, and spot gaps before exams. For focused practice, try the 10th grade geography quiz, review with the 9th grade trivia quiz, or sharpen reading with a 9th grade english test.

What is the solution to the equation 2x + 5 = 13?
x = 6
x = -4
x = 4
x = 9
To solve 2x + 5 = 13, subtract 5 from both sides to get 2x = 8. Dividing both sides by 2 gives x = 4. This is a basic linear equation method. See for more.
Which chemical formula represents water?
H2O
O2
H2SO4
CO2
Water is composed of two hydrogen atoms bonded to one oxygen atom, giving the formula H2O. Carbon dioxide is CO2 and sulfuric acid is H2SO4. Pure oxygen is O2. For more details, see .
Identify the past participle in the sentence: "The broken window was repaired yesterday."
repaired
broken
window
yesterday
In this sentence, 'broken' describes the state of the window and functions as a past participle. 'Repaired' is the main verb in passive form. Identifying participles helps understand sentence structure. More grammar rules at .
Which continent is the Sahara Desert located in?
Australia
Asia
South America
Africa
The Sahara Desert spans much of North Africa, covering parts of several African countries. It is the largest hot desert in the world. It does not extend into Asia or other continents. Learn more at .
What is the value of the discriminant (b² - 4ac) for the quadratic equation x² - 4x + 4 = 0?
0
8
-8
16
For the equation x² - 4x + 4, a = 1, b = -4, c = 4. The discriminant is b² - 4ac = (-4)² - 4·1·4 = 16 - 16 = 0. A zero discriminant indicates a repeated real root. More on discriminants at .
Which organelle is known as the powerhouse of the cell?
Mitochondria
Ribosome
Golgi apparatus
Nucleus
Mitochondria generate ATP through cellular respiration, supplying energy to the cell, which is why they're called the powerhouse. The nucleus holds genetic material but doesn't produce energy. For detailed cell biology, visit .
In literature, what term describes an extreme exaggeration used for effect?
Alliteration
Simile
Irony
Hyperbole
Hyperbole is a figure of speech involving exaggeration for emphasis or effect, like "I've told you a million times." It differs from simile, irony, and alliteration. For literary devices, see .
Which event directly triggered the start of World War I in 1914?
Russian Revolution
Treaty of Versailles
Invasion of Poland
Assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand
The assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in Sarajevo on June 28, 1914, set off a chain of alliances and declarations of war. The Treaty of Versailles ended WWI, and the invasion of Poland started WWII. More context at .
If two triangles have all corresponding angles equal, what relationship exists between them?
They are congruent
They are isosceles
They are similar
They are right-angled
When all corresponding angles of two triangles are equal, the triangles are similar, meaning their sides are in proportion. Congruent triangles also require equal side lengths. Similarity criteria are explained at .
In a redox reaction, the loss of electrons by a species is called what?
Hydrolysis
Oxidation
Reduction
Combustion
Oxidation refers to the loss of electrons from an atom or ion in a reaction. Reduction is the gain of electrons. Redox reactions involve both oxidation and reduction. For more details, see .
A projectile is launched horizontally from a height. Which component of its velocity remains constant during flight (neglecting air resistance)?
Overall speed
Horizontal component
Acceleration
Vertical component
In projectile motion without air resistance, only gravity acts vertically, so the vertical velocity changes. The horizontal component has no force acting and remains constant. More on projectile motion at .
What is the midpoint of the line segment joining the points (2, 3) and (8, 7)?
(4, 3)
(10, 10)
(6, 4)
(5, 5)
The midpoint formula is ((x1 + x2)/2, (y1 + y2)/2). Substituting gives ((2+8)/2, (3+7)/2) = (5, 5). This divides the segment into two equal parts. More at .
According to the Hardy-Weinberg principle, if a population is in equilibrium, what does p² represent?
Frequency of the homozygous dominant genotype
Frequency of the heterozygous genotype
Allele frequency in the population
Frequency of the homozygous recessive genotype
In Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium, p represents the frequency of the dominant allele and q the recessive allele. p² gives the frequency of individuals with two dominant alleles (homozygous dominant). The heterozygote frequency is 2pq, and q² is homozygous recessive. See .
What is the equation of the circle passing through the points (0, 0), (3, 0), and (0, 4)?
x² + y² - 3x - 4y = 0
x² + y² - 6x - 8y = 0
x² + y² + 3x + 4y = 0
x² + y² + 6x + 8y = 0
The general circle equation x² + y² + Dx + Ey + F = 0 must satisfy all three points. Substituting (0,0) gives F = 0. Using (3,0) and (0,4) yields D = - 3 and E = - 4. Thus the circle is x² + y² - 3x - 4y = 0. See .
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Study Outcomes

  1. Identify Core Syllabus Topics -

    Understand the main subjects and themes covered in the 10th grade syllabus quiz, from literature and algebra to science and history.

  2. Assess Knowledge Strengths and Gaps -

    Analyze your quiz results to pinpoint which topics you've mastered and which areas need further review before exams.

  3. Apply Targeted Study Strategies -

    Use insights from your syllabus quiz performance to create focused study plans and improve retention of key concepts.

  4. Enhance Test-Taking Skills -

    Familiarize yourself with online syllabus quiz formats and timing to boost confidence and efficiency during real exams.

  5. Review Essential Grade 10 Concepts -

    Recall and reinforce critical ideas in literature, mathematics, and science through interactive quiz questions.

  6. Track Progress and Set Goals -

    Monitor your improvement over multiple attempts and establish clear learning objectives for comprehensive curriculum mastery.

Cheat Sheet

  1. Master the Quadratic Formula -

    Review the quadratic formula x = (-b ± √(b²−4ac)) / (2a) for solving ax² + bx + c = 0, as detailed on Khan Academy. Practice identifying a, b, and c in sample equations and apply the formula step by step. Use the mnemonic "Pop Goes the Weasel" (P- b, O- of, P- b, G- squared)² to recall the b² term under the radical.

  2. Identify Key Literary Devices -

    Familiarize yourself with symbolism, metaphor, and irony, drawing examples from classic texts like Shakespeare's plays (Folger Shakespeare Library). Spotting that the "green light" in The Great Gatsby represents hope helps you analyze themes deeper. Regularly annotate passages to train your eye before taking a literature-focused syllabus quiz.

  3. Understand Cell Division Processes -

    Differentiate mitosis (for growth and repair) from meiosis (for gamete formation) using diagrams and animations on Britannica. Note that mitosis results in two identical diploid cells, while meiosis produces four unique haploid cells after two divisions. A handy tip: Mitosis has a single "M" phase, whereas Meiosis has "Me and Se" (two separate divisions).

  4. Apply Circle Theorems -

    Memorize that an angle in a semicircle is 90°, and opposite angles in a cyclic quadrilateral sum to 180°, as explained by MathIsFun. Sketch circles and label chords, radii, and tangents to see these rules in action. When tackling your 10th grade syllabus quiz, drawing a quick diagram speeds up solving geometry problems accurately.

  5. Recall Newton's Three Laws -

    Learn the core principles: inertia (1st law), F = ma (2nd law), and action - reaction pairs (3rd law), supported by resources from HyperPhysics. Assign real-world examples, like a shopping cart's push (F=ma) or rocket thrust (3rd law), to anchor concepts. Connecting laws to everyday phenomena boosts retention and confidence on test day.

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