Exploring Architecture

A worksheet for 3rd graders to learn about different types of architecture and their features.

Grade 3 Social studies Community & CulturesArchitecture

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SS.3.G.1.1SS.3.G.1.2architecturebuildingssocial studiescommunity

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Exploring Architecture

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions may ask you to identify parts of a building or describe different architectural styles.

1. What is the main purpose of a house?

To play games

To provide shelter

To store cars

To grow plants

2. Which of these is NOT a common material used to build houses?

Wood

Bricks

Clouds

Concrete

3. An architect is a person who designs .

4. The top part of a house that keeps out rain and snow is called the .

5. A tall building with many floors is often called a .

6. All houses look exactly the same.

True

False

7. Different cultures have different styles of architecture.

True

False

8. Describe one way a building in a cold climate might be different from a building in a hot climate.

9. What is your favorite building you have ever seen and why?