Challenges in Transportation and Materials

Challenges in Transportation and Materials

Assessment

Interactive Video

Physics, Engineering, Design, Life Skills

7th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Amelia Wright

FREE Resource

The video follows Paully's plan to move a boat up a mountain to build a party barge. Challenges arise with the pontoons and time management. The team discusses the vision, resources, and logistics needed for the project. Communication and safety are emphasized, especially when handling the delicate aluminum structure.

Read more

8 questions

Show all answers

1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Paully's initial plan for the day?

To build a house

To repair a car

To go fishing

To move a boat up a mountain

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern with the pontoons?

They are not waterproof

They are too expensive

They are too heavy

They might not withstand the stress

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What resources does the team have to complete the project?

Expert consultants

Unlimited time

A clear vision, manpower, machinery, and materials

A large budget

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge in transporting the boat?

Finding a suitable vehicle

Navigating around trees

Lack of fuel

Unfavorable weather conditions

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the team plan to communicate during the transportation?

Using a loudspeaker

Using hand signals

Using walkie-talkies

Using mobile phones

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the weight of the machine used for transportation?

20,000 lb

30,000 lb

40,000 lb

50,000 lb

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main concern with the aluminum material?

It is not durable

It can only flex a limited number of times

It is too heavy

It is too expensive

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could happen if the aluminum pontoons flex too much?

They will become heavier

They will rust

They will snap in half

They will become more flexible