Exploring 2nd Grade Fractions

Matthew is hungry and wants pizza, but his sister Kelly also wants some. He learns to share by cutting the pizza into two equal halves. When more family members arrive, he further divides the pizza into four equal parts, ensuring everyone gets a fair share. This teaches the concept of fractions and equal distribution.

What does Matthew decide to do when he realizes both he and his sister want pizza?

• Cut the pizza into two equal parts

• Leave the pizza for his sister

• Eat all the pizza himself

• Order more pizza

What fraction of the pizza does Matthew get after initially sharing with his sister?

• One half

• One whole

• One third

• One fourth

Why does Matthew need to cut the pizza into four pieces?

• To store it for later

• Because the pizza was too big

• To share with his cousins Brooke and Bradley

• Because he is still hungry

What fraction of the pizza does Matthew get after his cousins arrive?

• One half

• One whole

• One fourth

• One third

What does everyone get after the pizza is divided for the cousins?

• Nothing

• A small bite

• Leftovers

• A fair share