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Needs, Wants, and Resources

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 11mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

A sport car is a ....

a)

need

b)

want

2.

Water is a ....

a)

need

b)

want

3.

All of these are NEEDS, except for ....

a)

protein: This is important for having good health. It provides valuable nutrients.

b)

shelter: If you don't have this you could possibly die in cold weather

c)

chocolate: People like to eat this as a sweet treat, some may think it's delicious.

d)

clothes: You wear these to stay warm and out of jail.

4.

If you asked for a new bike, which of the following reasons would you tell your parents that it's a NEED?

a)

You need it so you can go to your friends house whenever you want.

b)

You need it because your friend just got a new bike and you want to be like them.

c)

You need it so you can get fresh air and exercise while you go to school by yourself.

d)

You need it because the one that you have now isn't as nice looking anymore.

5.

Which of the following items best describe a WANT for someone going on a trip to the beach? PICK 2 ANSWERS.

a)

Beach Towel

b)

Beach Ball

c)

Sunscreen

d)

Selfie Stick

6.

Which of the following reasons best describe why you NEED a new book?

a)

There's a movie version of the book that is coming out.

b)

Your English teacher requires you to read the book.

c)

Your friend told you that you should read the book.

d)

Many people at school have recommended it.

7.

What might be some good reasons that a computer is a NEED and not a want? PICK 2 ANSWERS.

a)

To check on Facebook

b)

To play games on the internet

c)

To do homework

d)

To watch Netflix

e)

To listen to teacher's explanation in an online meeting

8.

According to Dr. Glasser, tick all the things that are included in BASIC HUMAN NEEDS.

a)

Survival

b)

Fun

c)

Freedom

d)

Luxury bags

e)

Love and belonging

9.

People who use their skills to produce a good or service are considered as ... resources.

a)

capital

b)

human

c)

natural

10.

Resources that are from nature and are used in their natural form are considered as ... resources.

a)

capital

b)

human

c)

natural

11.

Resources that are used to make other goods or services are considered as ... resources.

a)

capital

b)

human

c)

natural

12.

Put a tick on all the things considered as capital resources.

a)

Machines

b)

Security Guard

c)

Truck

d)

Water

e)

Receptionist

13.

Put a tick on all the things considered as human resources.

a)

Tree

b)

Computer

c)

Building

d)

Scientist

e)

Manager

14.

Put a tick on all the things considered as natural resources.

a)

Coal

b)

Teacher

c)

Doctor

d)

Sun

e)

Van

15.

Mention 1 thing THAT YOU DO which shows that you use and manage the resources wisely.

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