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Absorbent or waterproof quiz for Grade 1 students

Hey there, future scientists! 👋 Let's learn about materials that soak up water and those that keep water out. It's like magic, but it's all science! ✨ Get ready for a fun quiz to test what you've learned!
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david.dougherty Dec 28, 2025

📚 Quick Study Guide

  • 💧 Absorbent Materials: These materials soak up water like a sponge. Think of a paper towel cleaning up a spill!
  • 🚫 Waterproof Materials: These materials don't let water through. Like a raincoat keeping you dry in the rain!
  • 🧽 Examples of Absorbent Materials: Paper towels, cotton balls, sponges.
  • Examples of Waterproof Materials: Plastic wrap, rubber boots, glass.
  • 🧪 How to Test: Pour a little water on the material. If it disappears into the material, it's absorbent. If the water stays on top, it's waterproof!

Practice Quiz

  1. Which of these materials is most absorbent?
    1. A. Plastic bag
    2. B. Paper towel
    3. C. Glass window
  2. Which material would be best to use for a raincoat?
    1. A. Cotton shirt
    2. B. Wool sweater
    3. C. Rubber boots
  3. If you spill juice, what should you use to clean it up?
    1. A. Sponge
    2. B. Metal spoon
    3. C. Ceramic plate
  4. Which of these is a waterproof material?
    1. A. Newspaper
    2. B. Wax paper
    3. C. Washcloth
  5. What happens when you pour water on an absorbent material?
    1. A. The water stays on top.
    2. B. The water disappears into the material.
    3. C. The water turns into ice.
  6. Which of these keeps water OUT?
    1. A. Towel
    2. B. Plastic wrap
    3. C. Tissue
  7. Which is a good material for drying your hands?
    1. A. Aluminum foil
    2. B. Hand towel
    3. C. Cardboard
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  1. B
  2. C
  3. A
  4. B
  5. B
  6. B
  7. B

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