Exploring the Physical Properties of Matter

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What property describes how something feels?

   A. Color

   B. Texture

   C. Shape

   D. Size

2. Which of the following is NOT a physical property of matter?

   A. Hardness

   B. Odor

   C. Reactivity

   D. Color

3. What is the state of matter that has a definite shape and volume?

   A. Gas

   B. Liquid

   C. Solid

   D. Plasma

4. Which of these is an example of a liquid?

   A. Ice

   B. Water

   C. Air

   D. Metal

5. How would you describe the property of 'mass'?

   A. Amount of space an object takes up

   B. How heavy something is

   C. Color of an object

   D. How fast something moves

Fill-in-the-Blank Activities

1. A solid has a definite and .

2. The state of matter that takes the shape of its container is called .

3. Light passes through materials.

4. The of an object is how heavy it is.

Open-ended Question

1. Explain how you can identify an object's physical properties using your senses? Give three examples.

Answer Key

Multiple Choice Questions

1. B

2. C

3. C

4. B

5. B

Fill-in-the-Blank Activities

1. shape

2. volume

3. liquid

4. transparent

5. weight

Open-ended Question

1. Students should list and explain using senses like sight (color), touch (texture), and smell (odor), and provide three examples that demonstrate their understanding.

Notes

    This worksheet helps students identify and understand basic physical properties of matter, aligning with 3.6A and 3.65D objectives.

Each section is designed to be engaging and age-appropriate for 3rd grade students, catering to diverse learning needs.