Measuring Length: Essential Tools and Techniques for Kids

What is the length of a standard ruler?

• 50 feet

• 1 meter

• 3 feet

• 12 inches

How many feet are there in a yard, as represented by a yardstick?

• 1 foot

• 2 feet

• 3 feet

• 4 feet

What makes a plastic tape measure unique?

• It can bend to measure curvy objects.

• It is the longest measuring tool available.

• It is used for measuring large distances.

• It can measure straight lines only.

Which measuring tool can measure objects that aren't perfectly shaped?

• Metal tape measure

• Plastic tape measure

• Yardstick

• Ruler

What is the maximum length a metal tape measure can extend to?

• 50 feet

• 100 feet

• 200 feet

• 20 feet

Which tool is best for measuring a nail?

• Ruler

• Yardstick

• Plastic tape measure

• Metal tape measure

For measuring around a soccer ball, which tool would you use?

• Metal tape measure

• Ruler

• Yardstick

• Plastic tape measure

Why is a ruler not suitable for measuring a soccer ball?

• It's not flexible.

• It can't measure curved surfaces.

• All of the above

• It's too long.

To measure a door, which tool is more appropriate?

• Ruler

• Plastic tape measure

• Metal tape measure

• Meter stick

What is the best tool to measure the length of a house?

• Plastic tape measure

• Metal tape measure

• Ruler

• Yardstick