Big & Small Forces

What can force NOT do to an object?

• Push an object forward

• Pull an object down

• Change an object's shape

• Make an object disappear

Which is an example of using a small force?

• A rocket flying to space

• A bird picking a worm

• A horse pulling a cart

• A train pulling 100 carts

What unit do we use to measure force?

• Newton

• Gravity

• Force meter

• Kilogram

_______ objects will need ______ forces to be able to move.

• light / big

• light / small

• heavy / small

• heavy / little

Which picture shows the biggest force?

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What simple instrument can we NOT use to measure force?

• A balloon

• An elastic band

• A rock

• A foam board

If you use an elastic band to pull these objects, which one will stretch the elastic band the least?

• A box full of books

• A paperclip

• A dog

• A big bottle of water

Write an example of where you use a small force.

Write an example of where you use a big force.

Check ALL the examples that name a PUSH force.

• Riding a bicycle

• Picking up your bag

• Walking your dog

• Washing dishes