Bubble Powered Rocket

What is the main activity described in the passage 'Build a Bubble-Powered Rocket!'?

• Building a model rocket

• Launching a bubble-powered rocket

• Designing a space shuttle

• Creating a water-powered rocket

Which of the following materials is NOT listed as needed to build a bubble-powered rocket?

• Scissors

• Glue

• Paper

• Water

According to the passage, what should you keep in mind about the weight and air resistance of your rocket?

• The weight should be minimized and air resistance should be maximized.

• The weight should be maximized and air resistance should be minimized.

• Both weight and air resistance should be minimized.

• Both weight and air resistance should be maximized.

The purpose of the effervescing (fizzing) antacid tablet in the rocket experiment is to:

• create pressure to propel the rocket

• provide color to the rocket

• act as a stabilizer

• reduce the weight of the rocket

Fill in the blank: You must first decide how to cut your paper. You may cut it the short way or the long way to make the body of the _______.

• kite

• airplane

• boat

• hat

It is important to place the lid end of the canister down when making the rocket because:

• it ensures the rocket launches properly.

• it prevents the canister from leaking.

• it makes the rocket more stable.

• it allows for easier ignition.

What is the first step in the 'Blasting Off' instructions for the pop-rocket experiment?

• Fill the canister one-third full of water.

• Put on your eye protection.

• Turn the rocket upside down and remove the canister’s lid.

• Drop one-half of an effervescing antacid tablet into the canister.

Fill in the blank: In the pop-rocket experiment, after filling the canister with water, you should _________.

• Drop one-half of an effervescing antacid tablet into the canister.

• Seal the canister with a lid immediately.

• Shake the canister vigorously.

• Place the canister in a freezer.

The pop-rocket works by:

• using compressed air to launch

• utilizing a chemical reaction

• employing a spring mechanism

• harnessing solar energy

What law of physics is demonstrated by the pop-rocket experiment?

• Law of Gravity

• Law of Conservation of Energy

• Law of Action and Reaction

• Law of Thermodynamics