Plants: Growth & Needs — Answer Key
Part A: Trace the Words
Trace each word carefully by following the dotted lines.
1. roots
2. stem
3. leaf
4. seed
5. vine
6. bud
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. The roots grow under the ground.
Roots hold the plant and drink water from soil.
2. The stem holds up the plant tall.
The stem supports leaves and carries water up.
3. Green leaves catch the sunlight.
Leaves use sunlight to help the plant make food.
4. The flower is often pretty and colorful.
Flowers help the plant make new seeds.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. Roots grow above the ground.
True False
Roots grow down into the soil, not up in the air.
2. Leaves are usually green.
True False
Most leaves are green from a stuff called chlorophyll.
3. A flower can make new seeds.
True False
Flowers turn into fruits that hold the seeds.