Weight & Capacity — Answer Key
Part A: Sort the Words
Sort each word or number into the correct category box.
1. Sort each item as light (measured in ounces) or heavy (measured in pounds).
Light (ounces)
strawberryfeatherpaperclip Heavy (pounds)
watermelonbowling balldog Tiny items like a strawberry or paperclip are measured in ounces. Bigger, heavier items like a dog or watermelon use pounds.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. A small light object is measured in ounces.
Ounces are for small, light items.
2. A big heavy object is measured in pounds.
Pounds are for heavier objects.
3. A watermelon is usually weighed in pounds.
Watermelons weigh several pounds.
4. A slice of bread is best measured in ounces.
Bread slices are only a few ounces.
5. There are 16 ounces in one pound.
One pound equals sixteen ounces.
Part C: True or False?
Read each statement. Circle True or False.
1. A feather is heavier than a bowling ball.
True False
Feathers are very light compared to bowling balls.
2. A dog is measured in pounds, not ounces.
True False
Dogs usually weigh many pounds.
3. A paperclip weighs about one pound.
True False
Paperclips weigh only a few ounces or less.
4. A strawberry is best measured in ounces.
True False
Strawberries are light, so ounces fit best.