1. Grade 4
Problem Solving Performance Task
Write a mathematical problem based on the characters and plot of your fantasy story.
Be sure that it can be solved using logical reasoning as a strategy.
Problem:
Ozwick, Melisa, Melisa’s daughter, Ozwick’s son, andOzwick’s grandson all have
different hobbies. One of them is good at fighting, another at making potions, another
at spells, another at art, and another at music.
Which character is skilled at each hobby?
Clues:
- Ozwick hates expolosions.
- Melisa likes to use her wand a lot.
- Melisa’s daughter likes to use her wand as a paint brush.
- Ozwick’s son can turn his wand into a flute.
Grid:
Spells Art Potion Music Fighting
Melisa   
Ozwick     
   
 

Melisa’s     
daught    
er 
 
Ozwick’    
grands   
on

2. Ozwick’    
s son    
