This model shows the forces applied to a box. However, this model DOES NOT show ________________________.

the actual amount of the forces

the forces acting in opposite directions

that student B is pushing harder

Students are playing tug-of-war. If group B pulls the rope to the right with a force of 400 N and group A pulls the rope to the left with a force of 250 N, what will happen to the ribbon in the middle of the rope?

The ribbon will move to the right and group B will win the tug-of-war.

The ribbon will move to the left and group A will win the tug-of-war.

The ribbon will move to the left and group B will win the tug-of-war.

The ribbon will move to the right and group A will win the tug-of-war.

A cyclist traveling at 25 km/hr turns sharply to the left while continuing to move 25 km/hr. This means the forces involved are_____________________.

Unbalanced, because his direction changed.

Balanced, because the cyclist's speed did not change.

Balanced, because he was still moving forward.

Unbalanced, because it's the same bicycle.

An airplane is travelling North through the sky at a constant speed when turbulence causes it to take a different route, changing its direction. Explain the forces at work on this plane.

Unbalanced, because the speed is constant and there is a change in direction

Unbalanced, because the plane is moving forward, not backwards

Balanced, because the plane is not falling to a lower altitude

Unbalanced, because the plane is in motion

An airplane is travelling at a constant speed of 540 mph. Explain the forces at work on the plane.

Balanced, because the speed is constant and there is no change in direction

Unbalanced, because the plane is moving forward not backards

Balanced, because the plane is not falling to a lower altitude

Unbalanced, because the plane is in motion

Force & Net Force

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Physics

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6th Grade

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Medium

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NGSS.MS-PS2-2, CCSS.HSN.VM.A.3, NGSS.HS-PS2-1

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This quiz focuses on forces and net forces, fundamental concepts in middle school physics appropriate for 6th grade students. The questions systematically assess students' understanding of how to calculate net force by combining individual forces, distinguish between balanced and unbalanced forces, and predict the resulting motion of objects. Students need to master several core concepts to succeed: understanding that net force equals the sum of all forces acting on an object (considering direction), recognizing that balanced forces result in no change in motion while unbalanced forces cause acceleration or changes in direction, and applying Newton's First Law of Motion to predict whether objects will remain at rest or move. The quiz progresses from basic force calculations and motion predictions to more complex scenarios involving real-world applications like tug-of-war, cycling, and airplane flight, requiring students to analyze force diagrams and connect force concepts to everyday experiences. Created by Tara Pearson, a Physics teacher in the US who teaches grade 6. This comprehensive assessment serves multiple instructional purposes throughout a forces and motion unit, functioning effectively as a formative assessment to gauge student understanding before moving to more advanced topics, a review tool before summative testing, or homework practice to reinforce classroom learning. The varied question types, from straightforward calculations to real-world scenario analysis, make it particularly valuable for differentiated instruction and identifying students who need additional support with force concepts. Teachers can use individual questions as warm-up problems or discussion starters, while the complete quiz provides thorough coverage for unit review. The content aligns with NGSS 6-8.ETS1-1 and supports middle school physical science standards focusing on forces, motion, and the relationship between unbalanced forces and changes in motion, preparing students for more advanced physics concepts in later grades.

20 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Calculate the net force of the object in the image shown.

20N

35N

5N

25N

Tags

CCSS.HSN.VM.A.3

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Is this a balanced or unbalance force?

Balanced

Unbalanced

Neither one

Both

Tags

NGSS.3-PS2-1

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 1 pt

Which direction will the object move?

Up

Down

Right

Left

Tags

CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4A

CCSS.HSN-VM.B.4B

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Calculate the net force of the object.

10N

2N

15N

5N

Tags

CCSS.HSN.VM.A.3

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Is this a balanced or unbalanced force?

Balanced

Unbalanced

Neither

Both

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1A

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which direction will the object move?

Right

Left

Up

Down

Tags

CCSS.HSN.VM.A.3

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the net force of this object?

0N

50N

25N

5N

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS2-2

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Calculate the net force of the object in the image shown.

Is this a balanced or unbalance force?

Which direction will the object move?

Calculate the net force of the object.

Is this a balanced or unbalanced force?

Which direction will the object move?

What is the net force of this object?

Is this a balanced or unbalanced force?

This model shows the forces applied to a box. However, this model DOES NOT show ________________________.

If a force causes an object to move, it's considered a(n) __________________ force.

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