Plants: Growth & Needs — Answer Key
Part A: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. The roots drink water from the soil.
Roots soak up water like a straw from soil.
2. The stem carries water up to the leaves.
Water moves through the stem to feed leaves.
3. Leaves use light from the sun to make food.
Sunlight gives leaves energy to make plant food.
4. The stem holds the plant up tall and strong.
The stem supports leaves and flowers above.
5. Flowers help the plant make new seeds.
Flowers turn into fruits that hold the seeds.
6. Roots also keep the plant from falling over.
Roots anchor the plant so wind cannot blow it.
7. Leaves take in air from the air for food.
Leaves use a gas in air to help make food.
8. Most leaves are green because of chlorophyll.
Chlorophyll helps leaves catch sunlight energy.
9. Plants make their own food using sun and air.
Plants do not eat dirt; they make food in leaves.
Part B: Matching
Match each item on the left to the correct answer on the right.
1. Match each item to its correct answer.
Roots
→ Drink water from the soil
Drink water from the soil
Stem
→ Holds the plant up tall
Holds the plant up tall
Leaves
→ Make food using sunlight
Make food using sunlight
Flower
→ Makes new seeds for plant
Makes new seeds for plant
Each plant part has one special job to help.