Year 7 Forces Quiz

What is a force?

• A type of energy

• A type of material

• A push, pull, or twist

• A measure of mass

Michael is trying to open a heavy door by pushing it. What is Michael applying to the door?

• A type of energy

• A type of material

• A Force via Pushing

• A measure of mass

How are forces represented in diagrams?

• With squares

• With arrows

• With circles

• With lines

What is a contact force?

• A force that only acts in air

• A force that only acts in water

• A force when one object is in contact with another

• A force that acts at a distance

Olivia pushes a box across the floor. What type of force is Olivia using?

• A force that only acts in air

• A force that only acts in water

• Contact force

• A force that acts at a distance

What is the net force?

• The sum of all forces acting on an object

• The force of gravity

• The force of magnetism

• The force of friction

What does gravity do?

• Increases the speed of objects

• Stops objects from moving

• Pulls objects with mass towards each other

• Pushes objects away

What is mass measured in?

• Pounds

• Newtons

• Kilograms

• Liters

What is weight a measure of?

• The size of an object

• The speed of an object

• The force of gravity pulling an object down

• The amount of material in an object

Emma stands on a weighing scale and notices the number it shows. What is the scale actually measuring?

• The size of an object

• The speed of an object

• The force of gravity pulling an object down

• The amount of material in an object