Understanding Matter

What is the definition of matter?

• Anything that is visible to the human eye

• Anything that has mass and occupies space

• Anything that can be touched

• Anything that is solid

Which of the following is an example of matter occupying space?

• A beam of light

• Water filling a glass

• A shadow on the ground

• A sound wave

Why might a larger object not always be heavier than a smaller one?

• Because smaller objects are denser

• Because size and weight are unrelated

• Because mass, not size, determines weight

• Because larger objects are always hollow

Which characteristic of matter describes its form?

• Texture

• Color

• Shape

• Size

What is an example of a characteristic that does not apply to all matter?

• Mass

• Space

• Volume

• Color

How can texture be described?

• By its weight

• By how it feels to the touch

• By its size

• By its color

Which of the following is an example of an odorless object?

• A lemon

• Pure water

• A piece of bread

• A rose

What does the activity section aim to reinforce?

• The future of matter

• The history of matter

• The characteristics of matter

• The definition of matter

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of matter?

• Texture

• Odor

• Sound

• Taste

What is the purpose of the activity section in the lesson?

• To provide entertainment

• To test understanding of the lesson

• To introduce new concepts

• To summarize the lesson