Sound Waves Lesson

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes how particles move in a sound wave?

• They move back and forth in the same direction as the wave.

• They move in circles.

• They move up and down only.

• They stay completely still.

Open Ended

Why do you think understanding sound waves is important in our daily lives?

Multiple Choice

Which medium allows sound to travel the fastest?

• Solid

• Liquid

• Gas

• Vacuum

Open Ended

Explain the relationship between frequency and pitch in sound waves.

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements are true about amplitude and volume?

• Amplitude is the height of the wave.

• Greater amplitude means a louder sound.

• Volume is the loudness of sound.

• Lower amplitude means a higher pitch.

Fill in the Blanks

The Doppler Effect is a change in

due to the motion of the sound source.

Fill in the Blanks

Sound is a

wave caused by vibrations.

Open Ended

How would you explain the concept of a sound wave to someone who has never studied it before?

Open Ended

Did the actual sound from the air horn change, or just how you perceived it?