Materials can be classified based on their properties, such as ___ and ___.

Materials can be classified based on their properties, such as 

"transparency

 and 

solubility".

True or False: Rubber is an example of a material that cannot bend.

False. Rubber can bend.

What is the primary reason we use glass for making windows?

Because it is clear and lets light in.

Riddle: I can be hard or soft, clear or opaque, and I can bend or break. What am I?

A material

Short answer: What types of materials are considered soft?

Cotton and rubber are examples of soft materials.

Fill in the blank: Understanding the different types of materials helps us choose the right one for a ___ job.

Particular

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a property used to classify materials? A) Color B) Weight C) Temperature D) Texture

C) Temperature

What materials are commonly used in making everyday objects?

Common materials include paper, wood, cloth, glass, metal, plastic, and clay.

Fill in the blank: The oldest pottery found in India dates back to ___ to ___ years ago.

7,000 to 8,000

True or False: The Harappan Civilization is known for its use of wheel-turned pottery and decorative slips.

True

Riddle: I am used to make dishes and jars, shaped on a wheel and baked in a kiln, what am I?

Terracotta

What processes are involved in preparing clay for pottery?

Clay is selected, cleaned, sieved, kneaded, and shaped on a potter's wheel before being baked in kilns.

Which modern-day museum houses large storage jars from the Harappan Civilization?

The National Museum in New Delhi.

What are some uses of clay in historical contexts?

Clay was used in pottery, bricks, sculptures, and decorative items.

Fill in the blank: Metal is used in construction, machinery, utensils, and ___.

Tools