Rules and Laws
Grade 1 Social Studies Worksheet - Building Confidence

Circle the answer.
The rule is: “Raise your hand to talk.” Who follows it?
- Ana talks while Jo is talking.
- Ana raises her hand to talk.
- Ana shouts out the answer.
Why do we have this rule? “Walk in the hall.”
- So you get there first.
- So the teacher can see you.
- So no one gets hurt.
Where do you use this rule? “Use a quiet voice.”
- in the library
- at a soccer game
- at the pool
The rule is: “Stay in your seat.” Who follows it?
- Leo walks down the aisle.
- Leo stands up while the bus moves.
- Leo stays in his seat.
Why do we have this rule? “Take turns on the slide.”
- So the teacher can watch you.
- So everyone gets to play.
- So the slide stays clean.
Where do you use this rule? “Walk on the wet floor.”
- in the library
- at the pool
- at the park
Is this a rule or a law? “Take turns in a game.”
- rule
- law
The rule is: “Listen when the teacher talks.” Who follows it?
- Nia listens to the teacher.
- Nia looks out the window.
- Nia talks to a friend.
Why do we have this rule? “Wash your hands before you eat.”
- So dinner is ready sooner.
- So germs stay off your food.
- So the sink gets clean.
Is this a rule or a law? “Stop at a stop sign.”
- rule
- law