ATL QUIZ 1 GRADE 8 - 2025

What is the main purpose of a DIY grabber?

• To move objects using a mechanical arm

• To measure distances

• To create sound

• To store objects

Which of the following materials is commonly used to create a DIY grabber?

• Wood

• Metal

• Plastic

• All of the above

In a DIY grabber mechanism, what is the function of the motor?

• To power the grabber’s movement

• To store energy

• To provide heat

• To control the object's weight

Which of the following mechanisms is typically used to open and close the grabber?

• Hydraulic piston

• Lever

• Gears

• Electric motor

What is the main principle behind how a DIY grabber works?

• Electrical conduction

• Simple machines and force application

• Chemical reactions

• Air pressure

What is the first step in the design thinking process?

• Prototype

• Test

• Empathize

• Define the problem

Why is rapid prototyping important in the design process?

• It saves money

• It allows testing of ideas quickly and effectively

• It helps make the product stronger

• It creates a final product immediately

What does 'empathizing' in design thinking mean?

• Coming up with a solution

• Understanding the user’s needs and challenges

• Building the prototype

• Testing the product

Which of the following tools can be used for rapid prototyping?

• 3D printer

• Paint

• Hammer and nails

• Paper and pencil

In the design thinking process, what is the purpose of testing a prototype?

• To finalize the design

• To understand its usability and fix problems

• To sell the product

• To make the product cheaper