Using a Metric Ruler
Practice using a metric ruler to measure lengths in centimeters for Grade 1 students.
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CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.1.MD.A.2
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mathmeasurementmetric rulercentimetersgrade 1
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Using a Metric Ruler
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Read each question carefully and use your metric ruler to measure the objects. Write your answers in centimeters (cm).
1. What is the length of the line below?
2. How long is this line?
Use your ruler to measure the length of the ruler illustration below.

Length of the ruler illustration: cm
Draw a line that is 7 cm long.
1. Which unit do we use to measure small objects with a metric ruler?
a
inches
b
feet
c
centimeters
d
pounds
1. A metric ruler measures in .
2. When you measure, you start at the mark on the ruler.