Resources of the Earth

True or False: The Earth is the source of all materials we use.

• a) True

• b) False

What is one way we use natural gas?

• a) For making clothes

• b) For cooking food

• c) For growing plants

• d) For making toys

Where do many useful materials like oil, natural gas, and metals come from?

• a) The supermarket

• b) The Earth's rocks

• c) The sky

• d) Outer space

Which of the following is NOT a useful material derived from natural resources?

• a) Rubber

• b) Glass

• c) Paper

• d) Plastic

Answer explanation

The correct choice is d) Plastic because plastic is not a useful material derived from natural resources as it is a synthetic material made from chemicals.

Plastics are made from:

• a) Trees

• b) Rocks

• c) Oil

• d) Water

Why is it important to learn about where materials come from?

• a) Because it's fun

• b) Because it helps us understand how to take care of the Earth

• c) Because it's not important

• d) Because it's easy

Answer explanation

Learning about where materials come from helps us understand how to take care of the Earth by promoting sustainable practices and reducing environmental impact.

What is one thing made from metal?

• a) Trees

• b) A bicycle

• c) Water

• d) Rocks

Why do you think it's important to learn about where materials come from? How does this knowledge help us?

Can you name one thing made from metal? Why do you think metal is an important material in our everyday lives?

Imagine a world where we didn't have oil or natural gas. How do you think things would be different? What are some things we might not have or might have to use instead?