Instructions
Read each question carefully and write your answers in the space provided. Show your work where necessary!
Part 1: Understanding Fractions
1. What is a fraction? Write your own definition.
2. Identify the numerator and the denominator in the fraction 3/5.
Numerator:
Denominator:
Part 2: Equivalent Fractions
3. Write two equivalent fractions for 1/2.
Equivalent Fraction 1:
Equivalent Fraction 2:
Part 3: Comparing Fractions
4. Which fraction is larger? 3/4 or 2/3. Explain your answer.
Part 4: Adding and Subtracting Fractions
5. Calculate the following:
a) 1/4 + 1/4 =
b) 3/5 - 1/5 =
Part 5: Word Problem
6. Sarah has 1/2 of a pizza. She gives 1/4 of the pizza to her friend. How much pizza does she have left?
Part 6: Fun Activity
7. Draw a picture to represent the fraction 3/4. Use a circle or rectangle to show your work below.