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Converting Metric Units of Mass and Capacity

Anthony Clark

Created by Anthony Clark

19 questions

5th Grade

Math

This Grade 5 mathematics worksheet helps students convert metric units of mass and capacity, including kilograms and grams as well as liters and milliliters. Across 19 questions—17 multiple-choice items and 2 fill-in-the-blank items—students identify metric unit types, choose multiplication or division when moving between larger and smaller units, convert whole-number measurements, and work with decimal values such as 1.6 liters and 4.75 liters. Context-based questions ask students to interpret capacities and masses in practical situations. The worksheet is designed for Grade 5 math instruction, guided practice, independent review, or assessment of metric conversion fluency. Students also apply the relationship between mixed units, such as converting 6 kilograms 230 grams into grams, and complete a fractional-liter conversion into milliliters. It is available as a free printable worksheet with a complete answer key, giving teachers a ready-to-use resource for checking understanding of mass and capacity conversions.

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Converting Metric Units of Mass and Capacity

Total questions: 19

Name
Class
Date
1.

1,000 g = _______ kg

a)

1

b)

100

c)

0.1

d)

100,000

2.
The box below can hold 6 kilograms 230 grams. How many grams can it hold?

The box below can hold 6 kilograms 230 grams. How many grams can it hold?

a)

600 grams

b)

830 grams

c)

6,000 grams

d)

6,230 grams

3.

A jug holds 3 liters. Which expression could be used to find the capacity of the jug in milliliters?

a)

3 x 10

b)

3 x 100

c)

3 + 1,000

d)

3 x 1,000

4.

When converting measurement from a smaller unit of measure to a larger unit of measure what math operation do we use?

a)

multiplication

b)

subtraction

c)

division

d)

addition

5.
1.6 L = _______ mL

1.6 L = _______ mL

a)

16

b)

1,600

c)

16,000

6.
4,750 mL = _______ L

4,750 mL = _______ L

a)

4.75

b)

4,750

c)

475

7.
16 L = _______ mL

16 L = _______ mL

a)

16

b)

1,6000

c)

16,000

8.
950 mL = _______ L

950 mL = _______ L

a)

95,000

b)

0.0095

c)

0.95

9.
How many of these cups would it take to fill a 1 litre bottle?

How many of these cups would it take to fill a 1 litre bottle?

a)

6

b)

8

c)

4

d)

2

10.

When converting from a larger unit of measure to a smaller unit of measure what math operation do we use?

a)

addition

b)

subtraction

c)

division

d)

multiplication

11.

Kilograms is what kind of metric unit of measure?

a)

length

b)

weight/mass

c)

time

d)

volume/capacity

12.
The mass of a bicycle is 15kg How many grams is this?

The mass of a bicycle is 15kg

How many grams is this?

a)

150 grams

b)

1,500 grams

c)

15,000 grams

d)

150,000 grams

13.
4 kilograms = ______________ grams

4 kilograms = ______________ grams

a)

400 grams

b)

4,000 grams

c)

40 grams

d)

4 grams

14.
1 L = 1,000 mL 9 L = ________ mL

1 L = 1,000 mL

9 L = ________ mL

a)

9 mL

b)

9,000 mL

c)

90 mL

d)

900 mL

15.

convert. 18/100 liters = (a)   milliliters

16.

A Cat weighs 6975 g. What is its mass in kilograms?

(a)  

17.

2 kg 700 g = ________ g

a)

2,000700 g

b)

2,007 g

c)

2,700 g

d)

2,000 700 g

18.

Convert the unit of capacity below.

15 L = ___ mL

a)

1,500 mL

b)

15,000 mL

c)

1.5 mL

d)

0.015 mL

19.

Convert the unit of capacity below. 427 L = ___ mL

a)

4,270 mL

b)

0.427 mL

c)

4.27 mL

d)

427,000 mL

WaygroundAnswer Key

Converting Metric Units of Mass and Capacity

Total questions: 19

1.
a)

1

2.
d)

6,230 grams

3.
d)

3 x 1,000

4.
c)

division

5.
b)

1,600

6.
a)

4.75

7.
c)

16,000

8.
c)

0.95

9.
c)

4

10.
d)

multiplication

11.
b)

weight/mass

12.
c)

15,000 grams

13.
b)

4,000 grams

14.
b)

9,000 mL

15.
180, 180 L
16.
6.975, 6.975 kg
17.
c)

2,700 g

18.
b)

15,000 mL

19.
d)

427,000 mL

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FAQs

What does this worksheet cover?

This Grade 5 worksheet covers converting metric units of mass and capacity between kilograms and grams and between liters and milliliters. Its 17 multiple-choice questions and 2 fill-in-the-blank items ask students to select the correct operation, convert whole numbers and decimals, interpret mixed units, and apply conversions to practical mass and capacity situations. Completing these items builds accuracy with the factor of 1,000 and with decimal representations such as 0.95 liters and 4.75 liters.

How can I use this worksheet to teach metric mass and capacity conversions?

Introduce the worksheet by reviewing the relationships 1 kilogram = 1,000 grams and 1 liter = 1,000 milliliters, then have students explain why division is used from a smaller unit to a larger unit and multiplication in the reverse direction. Work through one mass example and one capacity example before assigning the multiple-choice items, prompting students to estimate whether an answer should become larger or smaller. Use the mixed-unit and real-life capacity questions to discuss how conversion rules apply beyond isolated equations.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this metric conversion worksheet?

Watch for students reversing the operation: dividing when converting kilograms or liters to smaller units, or multiplying when converting grams or milliliters to larger units. Students may also misplace the decimal in items such as 1.6 liters to milliliters or 4,750 milliliters to liters, or drop part of a mixed measurement such as 6 kilograms 230 grams. Check that they distinguish mass units from capacity units and do not confuse kilograms with liters.

How do I assign and grade this worksheet?

You can assign this worksheet as a printable PDF or use it as a digital quiz on Wayground. It includes a complete answer key for the 17 multiple-choice and 2 fill-in-the-blank questions, and printable student work can be graded by scanning it with the Wayground for Teachers app. The printable version also supports classrooms that want to reduce screen time.

How can I differentiate this metric conversion worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing and font size to make the conversion equations, answer choices, and fill-in-the-blank items easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font for the numeric and instructional text, or translate the worksheet’s directions and questions into another language. These file-level options can make the mass and capacity conversion tasks more accessible without changing the skills assessed.

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