Avery- Simple Machine Quiz

What is the simplest of the simple machines?

• Wedge

• Screw

• Inclined Plane

• Pulley

Which simple machine can help you lift a heavy load to a higher level?

• Wheel and axle?

• Lever

• Screw

• Inclined Plane

What is the original simple machine?

• Wedge

• Lever

• Screw

• Pulley

Which simple machine is used for splitting or separating things?

• Pulley

• Lever

• Wheel and axle

• Wedge

Which simple machine transforms energy from turning into up-and-down energy?

• Inclined plane

• Screw

• Pulley

• Lever

On a screw, the inclined plan is called the __________?

• Crowbar

• Gear

• Thread

• Ramp

By turning a __________, you can lift things up, push things down, and hold things together.

• Screw

• Pulley

• Wedge

• Lever

Which simple machine is a straight bar or rod that turns on a pivot point, or fulcrum?

• Lever

• Screw

• Inclined plane

• Wheel and axle

You can use _________ to lift heavy loads, pry things open, and hurl projectiles.

• Pulleys

• Wedges

• Screws

• Levers

Seesaws, crowbars, bottle openers, baseball bats, and brooms are all examples of __________.

• Wheel and axle

• Lever

• Pulley

• Inclined plane