Elastic Boat Adventures

What energy type powers the elastic boat?

• Solar

• Elastic/Potential

• Kinetic

• Chemical

What variable affects the boat’s speed the most?

• Paint color

• Wind direction

• Number of rubber bands

• Paddle length

Which of these is NOT a force?

• Gravity

• Buoyancy

• Speed

• Friction

Which part stores the most energy?

• Elastic band

• Paddle

• Water

• Hull

What is the likely result of increasing mass on your boat?

• It will fly

• It may slow down

• It will hover

• It will speed up

What happens to elastic potential energy when released?

• It turns to noise

• It disappears

• It becomes kinetic energy

• It explodes

Which part of the boat experiences buoyancy?

• Motor

• Hull

• Paddle

• Elastic band

Testing multiple times in science is important because:

• it helps ensure results are reliable and accurate.

• it makes experiments more expensive.

• it allows scientists to skip steps in the process.

• it guarantees a specific outcome every time.

Australia’s immigration policy includes:

• Border control

• Holiday discounts

• Space travel

• Farming subsidies

Why might someone flee their home?

• Holiday plans

• Safety concerns

• Weather change

• Job interview