People ride "Rotor Ride" in amusement park in Montreal, Quebec

People ride "Rotor Ride" in amusement park in Montreal, Quebec

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Physics, Science, Fun

6th - 8th Grade

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The video tutorial describes a popular water ride from the Festival of Britain that operates on the principle of centrifugal force. As the ride rotates, the floor drops away, creating a sensation of defying gravity. Riders experience walking, sitting, or dangling in the air, while a cameraman remains tied to the center pole. The ride presents unique challenges, such as the inability to reach one's mouth, adding to the thrill of the attraction.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle does the water ride from the Festival of Britain operate on?

Gravitational pull

Buoyancy

Centrifugal force

Magnetic attraction

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens to the floor when the ride starts to rotate?

It drops away

It remains stationary

It spins faster

It rises up

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the unique experience described for those on the ride?

Flying through the air

Walking, sitting, or dangling on air

Swimming in water

Climbing a steep hill

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is not affected by the sensation of dangling on air?

A ride operator

A thrill seeker

A cameraman tied to the center pole

A passenger

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge does the daring man face on the ride?

He cannot see the view

He cannot find his seat

He cannot hear the music

He cannot reach his mouth