Grade R Mathematics Concepts Quiz

What is the first skill involved in counting?

• Counting objects

• Recognizing shapes

• Understanding numbers

• Describing skills

What is the difference between rote counting and rational counting?

• Rote counting is counting with fingers, rational counting is counting with toes.

• Rote counting is counting backwards, rational counting is counting forwards.

• Rote counting is verbal counting, rational counting is object counting.

• Rote counting is counting objects, rational counting is counting words.

Why is it important to use concrete materials in Grade R?

• They are cheaper than other materials.

• They help learners understand counting better.

• They can be used for art projects.

• They are fun to play with.

What does being numerate mean?

• To understand how to use numbers in life.

• To understand how to read.

• To be able to write numbers.

• To memorize number sequences.

What is the last number said in counting called?

• Count

• Cardinality

• Quantity

• Total

What is an example of a counting principle?

• Counting can start from any object.

• Counting is not important.

• Counting must always start from one.

• Counting is only for numbers.

What is subitising?

• Counting very slowly.

• Instantly seeing how many.

• Writing numbers down.

• Singing counting songs.

What is ordinal counting?

• Counting in multiples.

• Counting backwards.

• Counting in order of position.

• Counting in groups.

What is estimation?

• Writing down numbers.

• Singing counting songs.

• Counting every object.

• Making a guess about a number.

What is the purpose of a number line in the classroom?

• To help with counting and ordering numbers.

• To hang decorations.

• To write stories.

• To display art.