Understanding Units of Measurement

Jessi from SciShow Kids receives a call from The Giant Squid, who is curious about the distance measurement unit 'mile.' Jessi explains that miles and kilometers are units from different measurement systems, similar to different languages. The Imperial System, used in the U.S., measures in miles, while the Metric System, used globally, measures in kilometers. Jessi highlights the Metric System's prevalence in science and everyday life, like in soda measurements. The Giant Squid advises Jessi to drink more water, and they discuss visiting each other, ending the lesson on a light note.

Who called Jessi during the SciShow Kids episode?

• A scientist

• The Giant Squid

• Jessi's friend

• A teacher

What is a mile used to measure?

• Weight

• Distance

• Volume

• Time

Why are there different ways to measure the same thing?

• Because of different systems of measurement

• Because of different languages

• Because of different cultures

• Because of different countries

Which system of measurement uses inches, feet, and miles?

• Metric System

• Imperial System

• Customary System

• International System

What are the units of distance in the Metric System?

• Pounds, ounces, grams

• Inches, feet, miles

• Centimeters, meters, kilometers

• Yards, miles, feet

Which system of measurement is most popular worldwide?

• International System

• Imperial System

• Metric System

• Customary System

What is a liter used to measure?

• Time

• Distance

• Weight

• Volume

What is the equivalent of 12 ounces in the Metric System?

• 2 liters

• 0.5 liter

• 0.35 liter

• 1 liter

What advice does the Giant Squid give about drinking?

• Drink more soda

• Drink more milk

• Drink more juice

• Drink more water

What food does the Giant Squid ask about?

• Pasta

• Salad

• Toast

• Pizza