Rules and Laws

Grade 1 Social Studies Worksheet

Circle the answer.

1. 1.

   Is this a rule or a law? “Walk in the hall.”

   • law
   • rule
2. 2.

   Why do we have this rule? “Stay in your seat.”

   • So the bus goes faster.
   • So the driver can chat.
   • So you can see out the window.
   • So you stay safe when the bus moves.
3. 3.

   The rule is: “Walk on the wet floor.” Who follows it?

   • Sam walks by the pool.
   • Sam races a friend by the pool.
   • Sam slides on the wet floor.
   • Sam runs by the pool.
4. 4.

   Where do you use this rule? “Take turns on the slide.”

   • on the playground
   • in class
   • in the library
   • in the cafeteria
5. 5.

   Is this a rule or a law? “Buckle your seat belt in a car.”

   • rule
   • law
6. 6.

   Why do we have this law? “Stop at a stop sign.”

   • So the road stays clean.
   • So signs last longer.
   • So cars use less gas.
   • So cars do not crash.
7. 7.

   The law is: “Buckle your seat belt in a car.” Who follows it?

   • Tara rides with the belt off.
   • Tara unbuckles while the car moves.
   • Tara buckles her seat belt.
   • Tara sits on the belt.
8. 8.

   Is this a rule or a law? “Use a quiet voice.”

   • rule
   • law
9. 9.

   Why do we have this rule? “Listen when the teacher talks.”

   • So you can talk next.
   • So you can learn.
   • So you can leave early.
   • So the teacher can rest.
10. 10.

    Where do you use this rule? “Stay in your seat.”

    • at the pool
    • on the bus
    • at the park
    • on the playground