Materials in Our Surroundings Quiz - CBSE Class 4 Science

Free practice quiz: Materials in Our Surroundings (CBSE Class 4 Science). 19 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

This CBSE Class 4 Science practice quiz has 19 multiple-choice questions on Materials in Our Surroundings, and 19 of them come with an explanation. Try the 5 sample questions below (tap an option to check yourself), then play the full quiz online. No sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. Which of the following is a natural material?

   1. Plastic
   2. Wood
   3. Glass
   4. Metal
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   Answer: B. Wood

   Wood comes from trees and is a natural material, while plastic, glass, and metal are processed materials.

2. What is a characteristic of metals?

   1. They are non-lustrous
   2. They can be shaped
   3. They are poor conductors
   4. They cannot rust
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   Answer: B. They can be shaped

   Metals are malleable and ductile, which means they can be shaped easily.

3. Which material is often used for making windows?

   1. Plastic
   2. Glass
   3. Wood
   4. Rubber
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   Answer: B. Glass

   Glass is used for making windows because it is transparent and allows light to pass through.

4. What is the most abundant natural material on Earth?

   1. Water
   2. Soil
   3. Wood
   4. Iron
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   Answer: A. Water

   Water covers about 71% of the Earth's surface making it the most abundant natural resource.

5. How do plants contribute to the environment by using materials?

   1. They release oxygen
   2. They absorb sunlight
   3. They provide shade
   4. They produce carbon dioxide
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   Answer: A. They release oxygen

   Plants absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen during photosynthesis, benefiting the atmosphere.

More questions in this quiz

Answers and explanations are in the full quiz.

1. What kind of material is used for making toys?
2. Which of these materials is a conductor of electricity?
3. What does biodegradable mean?
4. Which of the following is not a characteristic of plastic?
5. What is the primary component of glass?
6. What is a property of rubber?
7. Which of the following materials is most often used for electrical wiring?
8. Which material can be recycled to make new paper?
9. What is the process of changing a liquid into a gas called?
10. Which material is least likely to float on water?
11. What is the main environmental concern with plastic?
12. Which layer of the Earth is primarily made of metals?
13. Why is it important to recycle materials like plastic?
14. Which of the following is not a use for metals?

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