Needs vs. Wants in Daily Life

Needs vs. Wants in Daily Life

Assessment

Interactive Video

Created by

Lucas Foster

Life Skills, Education

3rd - 6th Grade

Hard

The video tutorial explains the difference between needs and wants, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between them. Needs are essentials required for survival, such as food, clothing, and shelter, while wants are non-essential items that enhance comfort and enjoyment. Through examples and a story about a boy named Praveen, the video illustrates how to categorize items as needs or wants. It also highlights that what may be a want for one person could be a need for another, depending on individual circumstances. The tutorial concludes with an exercise to help viewers practice identifying needs and wants in their own lives.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of this lesson?

Understanding the difference between needs and wants

Learning how to use a tablet

Exploring different types of food

Discussing the importance of school uniforms

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a need?

Food

Clothes

Shelter

PlayStation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which item is considered a need?

Pizza

Water

Phone

Movies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are wants?

Things we require to survive

Basic necessities like food and water

Things we can do without but make life enjoyable

Items necessary for school

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of a want?

Toothpaste

Designer dress

School shoes

Vegetables

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Praveen's mom ask him to do before buying new items?

Make a list of his needs and wants

Ask his friends for advice

Clean his room

Check the prices online

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a need for Praveen?

Pens

New fancy bottle

New fancy bag

Branded cricket bat

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Kevin need a branded cricket bat?

His parents want him to have it

His old bat is broken

He is on the school cricket team

He likes branded items

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a want for Praveen but a need for Kevin?

Fancy bottle

Branded cricket bat

New school shoes

Lunchbox

10.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What should you ask yourself before buying something?

Will my friends like it?

Do I need this item or do I just want it?

Is it on sale?

Is it the latest model?

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