How To Make A Popsicle Stick Catapult

Jesse guides viewers through building a catapult to celebrate National Inventors Day. The tutorial covers constructing the base using popsicle sticks, creating the arm with bamboo skewers, and assembling the parts into a functional catapult. The video concludes with testing the catapult using light objects as projectiles.

What is the first step in building the catapult base?

• Gluing the popsicle sticks together

• Taping popsicle sticks to form a triangle

• Cutting the popsicle sticks

• Painting the popsicle sticks

How many triangles are needed to complete the base of the catapult?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What materials are used to construct the arm of the catapult?

• Plastic tubes and string

• Metal rods and glue

• Bamboo skewers and a straw

• Popsicle sticks and rubber bands

What is the purpose of the straw in the catapult arm?

• To hold the projectiles

• To create a hinge effect

• To decorate the arm

• To add weight

How is tension added to the catapult arm?

• By using a spring

• By wrapping a rubber band

• By adding more tape

• By using a metal clip

What type of object is recommended for testing the catapult?

• A glass marble

• A metal coin

• A Styrofoam ball

• A heavy rock

What is the final step before testing the catapult?

• Removing the tape

• Gluing the base

• Adding a container for projectiles

• Painting the catapult