Simple Machines

A(n) inclined plane consisting of a spirally grooved or threaded cylinder is known as a __.

• pulley
• lever
• screw
• wedge

A wheel with a grooved rim around that fits a rope, cord, or chain to change direction that when raised lifts a load is a __.

• fulcrum
• lever
• wedge
• pulley

A flat supported surface with a tilted angle with one end higher than the other used to raise or lower a load is __.

• incline plane
• wheel & axle
• load
• force

How many classic simple machines are there?

• 6
• 3
• 8
• 1

Which of these could also be known as a ramp?

• incline plane
• screw
• pulley
• axle

Using an inclined plane one could move a heavy load a greater distance with __.

• more force
• less force
• a heavier load
• less height

A simple machine is a device that

• gets work done by itself.
• makes work easier for a person.
• is called a computer.
• is known as an elevator

A fork would be considered which simple machine?

• screw
• utinsil
• lever
• inclined plane

What type of simple machine is shown in the picture?

• lever
• inclined plane
• wedge
• fulcrum

What is the name of the part  that is shown by the blue triangle?

• lever
• load
• effort
• fulcrum