Needs vs Wants — Answer Key
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. Sam is thirsty. Which item should he pick first at the store?
A) Milk carton
B) Toy plane
C) Sticker book
D) Bouncy ball
Milk gives Sam water and food, while the rest are only wants.
2. Winter is here and Sam shivers. What should he buy next?
A) A toy hat
B) A warm coat
C) Three lollipops
D) A balloon
Coats keep Sam warm, which is a real need during cold weather.
3. Sam has three coins left. He has reading homework. Best pick?
A) Candy bar
B) Toy truck
C) A reading book
D) Sticker pack
Books help Sam learn, meeting a school need before fun wants.
4. Sam saw a kite, milk, soap, and bread. Which item is a want?
A) Soap bar
B) Milk carton
C) Bread loaf
D) Bright kite
Kites are for fun play, while soap, milk, and bread are needs.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. Sam used his coins to buy a warm coat.
This needs-vs-wants choice helps kindergarten learners decide between essential and extra items.
2. A budget helps us plan our money each day.
This needs-vs-wants choice helps kindergarten learners decide between essential and extra items.
3. We pick needs first before we choose wants.
This needs-vs-wants choice helps kindergarten learners decide between essential and extra items.
4. Sam saved his coins inside a special jar.
This needs-vs-wants choice helps kindergarten learners decide between essential and extra items.
5. Buying milk first was a very wise choice.
This needs-vs-wants choice helps kindergarten learners decide between essential and extra items.