Understanding Friction and Boat Movement

Understanding Friction and Boat Movement

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video explains why it is more difficult to pull a boat on the beach than on the sea. This is due to friction, a force that opposes motion. Friction is greater on rough surfaces like sand, making it harder to move the boat on the beach. In contrast, the sea provides a smoother surface with less friction, making it easier to pull the boat.

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7 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it more challenging to pull a boat on the beach compared to the sea?

The boat is designed for sea travel only.

The beach has more friction due to sand.

The boat is heavier on the beach.

The sea provides more resistance.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary function of friction in motion?

To oppose the motion of an object.

To increase the speed of an object.

To change the direction of an object.

To accelerate an object.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the relationship between friction and the direction of motion?

Friction has no relation to the direction of motion.

Friction acts in the opposite direction to motion.

Friction acts in the same direction as motion.

Friction can act in any direction.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the texture of a surface affect friction?

Smooth surfaces increase friction.

Rough surfaces decrease friction.

Rough surfaces increase friction.

Texture has no effect on friction.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role do sand particles play when pulling a boat on the beach?

They reduce the weight of the boat.

They have no effect on the boat's movement.

They increase friction, making it harder to pull.

They make the boat float.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it easier to pull a boat on the sea?

The sea has a rough surface.

The sea offers less friction as a liquid.

The boat is lighter on the sea.

The sea has more friction than the beach.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following statements is true about friction on the beach?

The beach and sea offer the same amount of friction.

The beach offers more friction due to sand particles.

The beach offers less friction than the sea.

Friction is not present on the beach.