Understanding Temperature and Thermometers

What instrument is used to measure temperature?

• Barometer

• Thermometer

• Weighing scale

• Ruler

What unit is commonly used to measure temperature?

• Gram

• Degrees Celsius (°C)

• Litre

• Metre

What is the freezing point of water in degrees Celsius?

• 100°C

• 0°C

• 50°C

• -10°C

What is the boiling point of water in degrees Celsius?

• 100°C

• 0°C

• 50°C

• 500°C

If the temperature outside is -5°C, what does this mean?

• It is very hot.

• It is below freezing point.

• It is warm.

• It is exactly freezing.

If the temperature is 25°C, how would you describe the weather?

• Very cold

• Cold

• Warm

• Freezing

Which of the following is the hottest temperature?

• 35°C

• 20°C

• 37°F

• • - 5°C

If the temperature changes from 18°C to 10°C, what has happened?

• The temperature increased.

• The temperature stayed the same.

• The temperature decreased.

• It became hotter.

Which of the following temperatures is likely to be recorded on a snowy winter day?

• 30°C

• 15°C

• -5°C

• 50°C

Which of these activities is best suited for a temperature of 35°C?

• Ice skating

• Swimming

• Wearing a winter jacket

• Drinking hot chocolate