Unit 2: Properties of Materials

Water is a ________ because it takes the shape of its container.

• liquid

• solid

• material

A sponge can _____ water, making it wet.

• flexible

• absorb

• describe

A rock is a _______ because it has a definite shape.

• liquid

• solid

• texture

The ________ of a material can be rough, smooth, or bumpy.

• texture

• colors

• liquids

Rubber is _______ because it can bend without breaking.

• strong

• hard

• flexible

Which of the following is a property of a solid?

• A) It takes the shape of its container.

• B) It has a definite shape.

• C) It flows easily.

• D) It can be poured.

Which material is likely to be strong and used for building?

• paper

• steel

• cloth

• foam

What does it mean if a material is flexible?

• A) It can break easily.

• B) It can stretch or bend without breaking.

• C) It absorbs a lot of water.

• D) It has a rough surface.

Which of the following has a smooth texture?

• sandpaper

• a brick

• silk

• gravel

What does it mean when we say a material is strong?

• a. It is very light

• b. It is very colorful

• c. It can hold heavy things without breaking

• d. It bends easily