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Understanding Needs and Wants

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 7mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

The best definition of a need is...

a)

something essential for life that you must have to survive

b)

something not essential for life that you do not have to have to survive

2.

Something that makes you happy and more comfortable is...

a)

a want

b)

a need

3.

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

a)

sunscreen

b)

selfie stick

c)

beach towel

d)

beach ball

4.

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

a)

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

b)

Your friend told you that you should read the book.

c)

Your English teacher is requiring you to read the book.

d)

Many people at school have recommended it.

5.

What might be some good reasons that a computer is a need and not a want? (Pick 2)

a)

To check Facebook

b)

To do work for a job

c)

To do homework

d)

To play games on the internet

e)

To watch Netflix

6.

Which one of these items is a need and why?

a)

DVD's: to entertain you when you get bored

b)

a pool: to keep you cool and so you can relax

c)

a million dollars: so you can be rich and possibly famous

d)

a doctor: to provide medical help when needed

7.

Which of these explains a want, not a need?

a)

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

b)

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

c)

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

d)

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

8.
a)

WANTS

b)

NEEDS

9.
a)

Want

b)

Need

10.
a)

Want

b)

Need