Rocks

Small round pieces of rock are called ...

• granite

• pebbles

Rocks are used for buildings because they are ...

• soft

• hard

It is made from sand. It is strong and not easily broken down. What is it?

• sandstone

• marble

• chalk

It is white, soft and wears away easily. We use it to write on blackboards.

• slate

• granite

• chalk

It is white, attractive and easily shaped and polished.

• marble

• granite

• pebble

It is very hard, waterproof and attractive. It is used on the front of the building, but not to build all of it.

• slate

• granite

• pebble

It is waterproof and breaks easily into sheets. People use it for roof tiles.

• slate

• sandstone

• chalk

It is dark brown. Water drains well. Ideal to grow plants.

• Loam

• Chalky soil

• Sandy soil

It is light brown with white pieces. Water drains quickly. It has got lots of holes, full of air.

• Clay

• Chalky soil

• Sandy soil

It's colour is light. It has got lots of holes, full of air. Water drains quickly. It feels dry.

• Clay

• Chalky soil

• Sandy soil