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Needs vs. Wants Sort Worksheet

📝 Worksheet easy ⏱️ 12 minutes 8 problems
Needs vs. Wants Sort Worksheet
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Directions
  • Fill in each blank carefully.
  • Circle or mark the best answer for each multiple-choice question.
  • Use the larger space to show your thinking on word problems.
1. Food is a __.
2. Which is usually a want?
3. Something people must have is a __.
4. Which choice shows a want?
5. A toy you would like but do not need is a __.
6. Why might a family buy food before dessert treats?
7. Which sentence is true?
8. Clothing in cold weather can be a __.
📋 Teacher Answer Key
1. need
2. new game
3. need
4. buying extra stickers
5. want
6. because food is a need
7. Needs help people live and stay healthy.
8. need

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