Boat Building Challenge and Propulsion Methods

Boat Building Challenge and Propulsion Methods

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun, Design, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Olivia Brooks

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The video presents a challenge to build a self-propelled boat that can cross a pond before ice cream melts. Participants can use materials from an ice cream truck. The video details the design process, including using banana boat dishes for steering and experimenting with dry ice and fan propulsion. Reflections on the challenge highlight potential improvements, such as a longer course and better propulsion methods. The video concludes with insights on creating challenges and personal reflections on intelligence.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main objective of the boat building challenge?

To design a boat that can withstand strong winds

To create a boat that can cross a pond before ice cream melts

To build a boat that can carry the most weight

To construct a boat using only recycled materials

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What material was used to help guide the boat straight?

Wooden planks

Rubber bands

Metal rods

Plastic banana boat dishes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial propulsion method attempted for the boat?

Solar panels

Dry ice

Wind sails

Electric motor

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the dry ice propulsion method abandoned?

It was too dangerous

It didn't provide enough push

It melted too quickly

It was too expensive

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What alternative method was used after abandoning dry ice?

Magnetic levitation

Fan effect

Paddle wheels

Jet propulsion

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one suggested improvement for the challenge?

Adding more obstacles

Having a longer course

Using a different type of ice cream

Using a larger boat

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a noted challenge during the boat's journey?

Strong currents

Low visibility

Headwind

Heavy rain

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