Exploring Materials and Their Observable Properties

Which material is known for its flexibility?

• Rubber

• Metal

• Glass

• Wood

What makes fabrics and rubber suitable for clothing?

• They are heavy

• They are flexible

• They are waterproof

• They are strong

What property makes plastic a good choice for making umbrella shields?

• It's transparent

• It's heavy

• It's waterproof

• It's brittle

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

What characteristic is essential for materials used in umbrellas?

• Strength and waterproofness

• Transparency and brittleness

• Flexibility and heaviness

• Lightness and opacity

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

Why is glass used for windows?

• Because you can see through it

• Because it's waterproof

• Because it's strong

• Because it's flexible

Tags

CCSS.RI.3.10

CCSS.RI.4.10

CCSS.RI.5.10

CCSS.RI.6.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

Why is wood not used for making windows or reading glasses?

• It's too heavy

• It's not transparent

• It's too expensive

• It's not strong enough

Which material helps you stay cool on a hot day?

• Wool

• Cotton

• Plastic

• Metal

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.1

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

What would be the consequence of wearing a T-shirt made of metal?

• It would be too warm

• It would be too cool

• It would restrict movement

• It would be too light

Tags

CCSS.RI.4.8

CCSS.RI.5.8

CCSS.RI.6.8

CCSS.RL.4.5

CCSS.RL.6.1

Why are houses not built with paper?

• It's too heavy

• It's not strong enough

• It's too common

• It's too expensive

What property of materials is crucial for building houses?

• Transparency

• Waterproof

• Strength

• Flexibility