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Year 1 Measurements - Capacity
Capacity means how much something can hold, like the sand held in this bucket.

Year 1 Measurements - Capacity

In KS1 Maths, capacity compares how much containers hold. Learn words like full, empty, and half full, then measure fairly using the same cup each time.

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Fascinating Fact:

Use the same cup when comparing amounts so the test stays fair. Use the 200 ml cup for both containers.

In KS1 Maths, capacity means how much a container can hold. Pupils compare and measure using standard units like millilitres and litres, start with practical pouring tasks, and record results in simple tables.

Key Terms

  • Capacity: How much a container can hold.
  • Millilitre (ml): A small unit for measuring liquid, 1,000 ml equals 1 litre.
  • Estimate: A sensible guess before measuring properly.

Try a quick practice: compare and measure with the Numeracy Game to build confidence before the quiz.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is capacity in Year 1 maths?

Capacity is how much a container can hold. Children compare containers using words like full, empty, more, and less, then use ml or litres to measure.

How do we make a fair test when measuring capacity?

Use the same measuring cup or spoon each time, keep the pour level, and measure both containers in the same way so results can be compared fairly.

What is the difference between ml and litres?

Millilitres (ml) measure small amounts, litres measure larger amounts. There are 1,000 ml in 1 litre.

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Question 1
All these containers can hold the same amount of liquid even though they are different ___ .
shapes and sizes
colours
materials
liquids
Even though it might look impossible, they all hold the same amount of liquid!
Question 2
This basket is ___ of apples.
empty
full
washed
lost
There are a lot of apples in this basket!
Question 3
Which of these statements is true?
The container on the left has a smaller capacity
The container on the left holds more than the container on the right
The container on the right has a larger capacity
The container on the right holds more than the container on the left.
The box is much bigger and so holds more
Question 4
These bottles have the same ___ .
plastic
liquid
owner
capacity
They are the same size and shape and hold the same amount of liquid
Question 5
A truck has a smaller capacity than ______ .
a lake
a tea cup
a shampoo bottle
a plastic bag
A lake has a much bigger capacity than the truck
Question 6
Capacity is all about ___ .
playing with liquid
how much a container can hold
drinking juice
plastic bottles
It's all about how much something can hold!
Question 7
This jug has about the same capacity as ___ .
a bath
an egg cup
a bottle of lemonade
a swimming pool
You could pour a bottle of lemonade into the jug - they are about the same
Question 8
This glass is ____ .
empty
half full
full
broken
The liquid only half fills the glass
Question 9
Which basket has the smallest capacity?
They all have the same capacity
The one in the middle
The one on the left
The one on the right
The one on the right is the smallest and will have the smallest capacity
Question 10
This box is ___ .
blue
half full
full
empty
There is nothing at all inside the box, so it is empty
You can find more about this topic by visiting BBC Bitesize - What is capacity?

Author:  Angela Smith (Primary School Teacher & KS1 Quiz Writer)
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