Assess students’ knowledge of basic observable properties of matter with a printable Properties of Matter quiz.
Start Small By Observing the Properties of Matter
Understanding matter begins with recognising the everyday objects around us and describing their observable properties. When studying matter, students explore how to classify objects based on characteristics like colour, texture, shape, size, and hardness. They learn to sort materials and identify differences in objects and matter using their senses. By starting small with familiar items, you can help your students build a strong foundation in recognising and describing matter in scientific terms.
Basic Observable Properties of Matter Quiz
This printable resource is the perfect tool for assessing your students’ knowledge and ability to observe and describe objects using basic observable properties. It features a variety of questions that have students identifying properties that apply to multiple objects, single objects, and objects in their environment. Some of the fundamental properties of matter that are included in this assessment are:
- Texture – rough, bumpy, smooth, etc,
- Weight – heavy, light
- Temperature – hot, cold
- State – solid, liquid, gas
- Shape – rectangular, round, triangular
- Flexibility – bendy, rigid
- Luster – shiny, dull
This resource includes a two-sided quiz and answer key. We recommend printing double-sided to conserve paper.
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This resource was created by Brittany Collins, a teacher and Teach Starter collaborator.
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