Simple Machines

Lucas is using a simple machine to lift a heavy box. The type of simple machine he is using is (a)  

• Pulley
• Wedge
• Inclined Plane
• Wheel and Axle

The type of simple machine shown in the image is _____

What type of simple machine is shown in the image?

• Screw

• Lever

• Pulley

• Wedge

Activity: Match the following simple machines with their functions:

• Screw

• Pulley

• Wheel and Axle

• Wheel and Axle

• Inclined Plane

• Inclined Plane

• Lever

• Screw

• Pulley

• Lever

What is an inclined plane?

A ramp is an example of an _________.

• inclined plane

• lever

• wheel and axle

• pulley

What is a wheel and axle made of?

What is the function of a screw?

• To cut materials

• To hold items together

• To lift objects

• To measure length

Which of the following images represents a lever?

• Image of a lever

• Image of a pulley

• Image of a wheel

• Image of a screw

Identify the correct representation of an inclined plane.

• A flat surface

• A sloped surface

• A vertical surface

• A curved surface