Understanding Forces and Motion

Which of the following is NOT an effect of force?

• Changing the shape of an object

• Changing the color of an object

• Changing the direction of a moving object

• Stopping a moving object

Which force pulls objects toward the Earth?

• Friction

• Gravity

• Magnetism

• Push

What type of force is used when pulling a drawer open?

• Magnetic force

• Gravitational force

• Pulling force

• Frictional force

Friction is a force that:

• Speeds up motion

• Acts only on liquids

• Opposes motion

• Makes objects fly

Which object uses magnetic force to work?

• Broom

• Washing machine

• Compass

• Fan

Friction helps you walk without slipping.

Forces can only push, not pull.

Gravity acts between the Earth and all objects with mass.

Friction always makes things move faster.

Magnetism is a type of force that only attracts wood.