Matter Quiz

How are liquids and gases alike?

• A. They both have their own shape

• B. They can both take the shape of their containers.

• C. They do not have mass.

• D. They are both solids.

2. What has the greatest mass?

• A. a speck of dust

• B. a boulder

• C. a mountain

• D. a pebble

3. Which of these has the least mass?

• A. a crayon

• B. a gallon of milk

• C. a bicycle

• D. a laptop computer

In the illustration, which is an example of a gas?

• The glass

• The Straw

• The drink

• The bubbles

5. What would probably happen if you poured a liquid onto a solid table?

• A. It would turn into a gas.

• B. It would spread out all over the table

• C. It would keep the same shape.

• D. It would turn into a solid.

Which item belongs in the liquid column?

• Oil

• Rocks

• Helium

• Wood

What are the properties of a dime?

• A. soft, warm, copper

• B. shiny, metal, silver

• C. hard, fuzzy, white

• D. cool, wet, heavy

3. What can you use to measure the volume of a liquid?

• Balance

• Thermometer

• Measuring cup

• Clock

Which kind of matter has its own shape?

• Solids

• Liquids

• Gasses

• Water

The pan balance would be most helpful in answering which question?

• How much mass does a piece of metal have?

• What is the temperature of a container of soil?

• Does a brass key sink or float in water?

• Is an iron nail attracted to a bar magnet?