Worked example
A person is thirsty. Which directly meets that basic need?
Answer & why
Answer: safe drinking water
Drinking water directly addresses thirst.
Grade 1 · Social studies
Distinguish basic needs from optional wants
Identify the resource that meets the specific basic need described.
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All 8 authored questions for this skill.
Question 1
A person needs rest. Which directly helps?
- a safe place to sleep
- a new game
- a decorative sticker
- a fancy toy
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: a safe place to sleep
A safe sleeping place supports rest.
Question 2
A person needs protection from heavy rain. Which directly helps?
- a decorative sticker
- a waterproof covering
- a fancy toy
- a new game
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: a waterproof covering
The covering provides protection from the stated rain.
Question 3
A person is thirsty. Which directly meets that basic need?
- a decorative sticker
- a new game
- safe drinking water
- a fancy toy
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: safe drinking water
Drinking water directly addresses thirst.
Question 4
A person needs a safe place to stay during a storm. Which meets that need?
- a decorative sticker
- safe shelter
- a new game
- a fancy toy
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: safe shelter
Shelter provides protection from the storm.
Question 5
A person needs nourishment. Which directly meets that need?
- a new game
- a fancy toy
- suitable food
- a decorative sticker
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: suitable food
Food supplies nourishment.
Question 6
A person needs protection from cold weather. Which directly meets that need?
- warm clothing
- a fancy toy
- a decorative sticker
- a new game
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: warm clothing
Warm clothing helps protect the person from cold.
Question 7
A family needs a secure place to live. Which directly addresses that need?
- a decorative sticker
- a fancy toy
- a new game
- safe housing
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: safe housing
Safe housing provides a place to live.
Question 8
A person needs to clean their hands. Which directly helps?
- a decorative sticker
- a new game
- water and soap
- a fancy toy
A hint
People also value comfort and interests; this question asks which choice directly meets the named basic need.
Answer & why
Answer: water and soap
Water and soap help clean hands.