Understanding Push and Pull Forces

When two toy cars collide, what might happen to their shape?

• They will change color.

• They will change shape.

• They will make a sound.

• They will disappear.

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Which of the following is an example of a push?

• Pulling a rope

• Kicking a ball

• Lifting a book

• Dropping a pen

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Match the following actions with their effects on the toy car's motion.

• Spin the toy car on a turntable.

• It will move slower.

• Gently push the toy car.

• It will stop moving.

• Hold the toy car still.

• It will move faster.

• Push the toy car harder.

• It will move in circles.

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Plan an investigation to find out what happens when you push a soft clay ball against a wall. What should you observe?

• The clay ball will bounce back.

• The clay ball will change shape.

• The clay ball will change color.

• The clay ball will disappear.

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What happens to a sponge when you squeeze it?

• It changes color.

• It changes shape.

• It makes a sound.

• It disappears.

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Which action is an example of a pull?

• Pushing a door open

• Pulling a drawer open

• Kicking a ball

• Dropping a book

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How can you demonstrate the effect of a stronger push on a swing?

• Push the swing gently and observe.

• Push the swing harder and observe.

• Pull the swing towards you.

• Let the swing stand still.

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Design a simple experiment to show how the strength of a push affects the distance a toy car travels. What should you do first?

• Measure the car's weight.

• Push the car with different strengths.

• Change the car's color.

• Pull the car backwards.

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Match the following actions with their effects on a rubber band.

• Heating the rubber band.

• It disappears.

• Plucking the rubber band.

• It makes a sound.

• Stretching the rubber band.

• It changes color.

• Using a magic trick on the rubber band.

• It changes shape.

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(a)   is an example of a push and pull happening at the same time.

• Opening a door
• Playing tug-of-war
• Throwing a ball
• Dropping a pencil

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