1 Complete the sentences about the properties of materials. resistant absorbent flexible fragile rigid waterproof
a. A kitchen sponge
b. An umbrella
c. A can
absorbent
is
is
because it repels water.
is
because it does not change shape easily.
d. A rubber band
e. A glass jar
f. A stone wall
because it can soak up water.
is
because it changes shape easily.
is
because it breaks easily.
is
because it does not break easily.
2 Choose the correct word to make sentences about mixtures. a. I can / can’t see the different materials in saltwater. b. I can / can’t see the different materials in a salad. c. I can / can’t see the different materials in a milkshake. d. I can / can’t see the different materials in a cup of coffee with milk. e. I can / can’t the different materials in a bowl of cereal with milk.
7 Label the different types of energy in the picture. a. light and thermal energy
d.
b.
c.
f. e.
g.
8 Correct the sentences about electrical conductors and insulators. Change one word in each sentence. a. Electricity passes through electrical insulators very easily. Electricity passes through electrical conductors very easily. b. Electrical conductors don’t allow electricity to pass through them.
c. Metals and water are very good electrical insulators.
d. Wood and plastic are very good electrical conductors.
e. It is important to cover electrical cables in metal.