Watermelon Launch: Fun and Physics

Watermelon Launch: Fun and Physics

Assessment

Interactive Video

Fun

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Lucas Foster

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The video explores a fun experiment involving launching watermelons with a catapult. It begins with setting up the experiment and discussing the impact of watermelon density and type (seedless vs seeded) on the results. The team tests the catapult, observing the outcomes and sharing humorous reactions. The video concludes with tips on running techniques.

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6 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the initial discussion in the video?

The unpredictability of watermelons in experiments

The nutritional benefits of watermelons

The design of the apocalypse vehicle

The history of catapults

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which factor is NOT mentioned as affecting the watermelon launch?

The type of watermelon (seeded vs. seedless)

The load of the watermelon

The color of the watermelon

The density of the watermelon

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is discussed as a potential difference between seeded and seedless watermelons?

Their taste

Their color

Their effect on the launch

Their size

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What humorous concern is raised about the watermelon launch?

The watermelon might hit someone in the face

The watermelon might turn into juice

The watermelon might explode

The watermelon might not launch at all

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What skill is suggested to be important during the watermelon launch?

Mathematical calculations

Cat-like reflexes

Cooking skills

Singing ability

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What advice is given for running during the experiment?

Run with your eyes closed

Move your arms while running

Run backwards

Jump while running