Combining Materials Practice

What property makes the wood a good material for the boat?

• It is brown.

• It is rough.

• It is durable.

• It is smooth.

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A student used a plastic bag to put his money in on a trip to the waterpark. Why was the plastic a good choice?

• It is clear.

• It is easy to bend.

• It is slippery.

• It is waterproof.

A student wants to make a waterproof bracelet for her friend. What materials should she use?

• plastic beads and rubber bands

• paper strips

• yarn and beads

• strips of cloth

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A student needs to pick 3 materials to build a boat that carries 20 pennies down a stream. Which materials have properties that would make a strong, waterproof boat?

• glass, glue, and yarn

• tissue paper, metal, and tape

• foil, popsicle sticks, and tape

• index cards, tissue, and rocks

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A student made baskets with paper, cardboard, and foil to test how many marbles each material could hold. Which material was the best?

• paper

• cardboard

• foil

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The third little pig wants to make his house out of brick. What property will help him make sure it will be a good material?

• texture - it is rough

• strength - it will hold up to 50 pounds

• color - it is brown

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The architects want to order materials for the windows of this house. What material will be clear, durable, and waterproof?

• glass

• foil

• brick

• wood

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