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Critical Thinking – Categorizing

Critical Thinking · Level 1 · Worksheet 2 of 5 · CCSS: SL.1.1, RI.1.7 · Practice Set 10

Level 1 ⭐

1 Which One Doesn't Belong?

🤔 Circle the one that does NOT belong and explain WHY.

2 Sort Into Groups

📦 Sort these items into 3 categories.

Items cupcakeschoolcrayoncookiehospitalpenpielibrarymarker

3 Name the Category

📄 These items go together. What is the GROUP name?

Items	Category Name
inch, foot, yard, mile
robin, sparrow, cardinal, blue jay
recycle, reduce, reuse, repair
gentle, kind, honest, patient
subway, taxi, bus, train

4 Create Your Own Categories

✍️ Think of 3 items that belong together. Write the category name and items.

Category Name	Item 1	Item 2	Item 3

+ Bonus Thinking Practice

Use this quick challenge for Set 10.

Riddle: What kind of room has no doors or windows?

Explain how you knew.